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Pentagon to 'rush' Patriot missiles to Ukraine
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 01:24:45 GMT

The $6bn package will include air defence munitions but no new Patriot batteries.

At last some cautious optimism after the royal gloom
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 02:35:12 GMT

Buckingham Palace has broken the long silence over the King's health with some positive messages.

BBC returns to beach where five migrants died
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:55:02 GMT

Andrew Harding saw migrants board an overcrowded boat in Wimereux, northern France, on Tuesday.

British man injured in Tobago shark attack
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 02:41:14 GMT

The 64-year-old was 10 metres off the shore when he was attacked by a bull shark, a local official says.

'I had no idea my son's body was buried in the garden'
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 01:38:53 GMT

Yvonne Valentine sat having a Christmas drink with her son's partner, unaware she had killed him.

The explosions of colour that painted a Glasgow estate
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 21:52:18 GMT

Sony’s 2006 “Paint” advert is widely considered one of the most ambitious in history - but how was it made?

Why Antarctic wildlife is being ‘sunburnt’
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 23:12:11 GMT

A wildfire-fuelled ozone hole leaves Antarctic wildlife exposed to potentially damaging levels of UV.

Oil tanker damaged in Houthi missile strike
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 01:55:16 GMT

The Yemeni rebel group says its latest attack targeted the Andromeda Star.

Trump insiders on the stand at the hush-money trial
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 22:52:38 GMT

The BBC's Nada Tawfik on what the court heard from close Donald Trump allies, including his former assistant.

Slot to become Liverpool manager after deal agreed with Feyenoord
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 20:55:27 GMT

Liverpool agree a £9.4m deal with Feyenoord to allow Arne Slot to become the new Reds manager, succeeding Jurgen Klopp.

Post Office paid widow in instalments for silence
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:35:42 GMT

The Horizon scandal inquiry reveals details of the biggest miscarriage of justice in UK legal history.

Sadiq Khan apologises to Chief Rabbi
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:04:26 GMT

Mr Khan says he is "sorry for any hurt" caused over remarks he made in a recent interview.

Baby orca free after month trapped in Canadian lagoon
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:23:20 GMT

The orphaned calf swam from British Columbia after several rescue attempts by a First Nations community.

The papers: 'Return of the King' and 'teacher shortage crisis'
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 23:01:35 GMT

The King's return to public duties, a report on the lack of teachers in schools, and chicken 'megafarms' lead the papers.

Will winning a confidence vote be enough to save Yousaf?
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 21:40:36 GMT

The future of Scotland's first minister is far from secure after a week of turmoil.

'I felt like a freak because I didn't want children'
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 02:24:38 GMT

Caroline Mitchell said the "cultural expectation" to have children has often made her feel excluded.

Curtice: What could the local elections mean for the general election?
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 02:18:15 GMT

The polls are the last big test of the Westminster government's popularity before the next election.

See how Gaza campus protests spread across the US
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 20:04:03 GMT

What started a week ago at Columbia University has led to hundreds of arrests at multiple college campuses.

Dead whistleblower accused Boeing of safety breaches
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 01:26:14 GMT

John Barnett had been giving a formal legal deposition against the plane manufacturer before his sudden death.

Indian students have died in the US – the community wants answers
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 23:03:48 GMT

A spate of unconnected deaths of Indian students in the US has set off safety concerns within the community.

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Taylor Swift hits number one and breaks records
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:16:27 GMT

The star's latest album tops the UK charts after a week in which she clocked up a number of firsts.

See images of the Pink Moon spotted across the US
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:12:18 GMT

While the moon doesn't look particularly pink, it's named after pink flowers called wild ground phlox.

Emma Stone wants people to use her real first name
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:45:29 GMT

Emma chose the name change because Emily Stone - her real name - was taken by another actor.

Hard to comprehend school stabbing, teachers say
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:13:15 GMT

Teachers Fiona Elias, Liz Hopkin and a pupil were injured at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford.

Peter Kay 'can't believe' new arena's latest delay
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 13:02:56 GMT

The comedian's appearances at Manchester's troubled Co-op Live venue are postponed for a second time.

John Lewis job applicants get questions beforehand
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:40:29 GMT

The retail group hopes giving candidates sight of questions will make process fairer.

Most Army horses to return to duty 'in due course'
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 20:53:09 GMT

Two military horses were seriously injured and "continue to be closely observed" the Army says.

Leicester promoted to Premier League after Leeds lose
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 21:10:36 GMT

Leicester City are promoted back to the Premier League after Leeds United are beaten at Queens Parks Rangers.

Liverpool agree £9.4m Slot deal with Feyenoord
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 20:55:27 GMT

Liverpool agree a £9.4m deal with Feyenoord to allow Arne Slot to become the new Reds manager, succeeding Jurgen Klopp.

'Different' England can 'dial up' for Grand Slam
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:01:44 GMT

England face France in Bordeaux on Saturday in a third Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider in a row.

Bairstow century leads Punjab to record T20 run-chase
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:22:22 GMT

Jonny Bairstow's astonishing 108 from 48 balls leads Punjab Kings to the highest-ever successful T20 run-chase.

Farrell clinches win over Bath as Saracens go second
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 21:42:30 GMT

Saracens move into second in the Premiership with a 15-12 victory over Bath.

'Disgusted' Milkins throws cue after missed red
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 13:25:25 GMT

Robert Milkins throws his cue to the ground in disgust after missing a red during his World Snooker Championship second-round match against David Gilbert.

What on earth is going on with Scottish politics?
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:19:00 GMT

Humza Yousaf says he won’t resign ahead of a confidence vote

Paris Olympics 2024: The make or break year for the Games?
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 08:50:00 GMT

What Parisians think about the event and the legacy it could leave

Who gets 15 hours of free childcare and how do I apply?
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:15:50 GMT

Parents in England can now access 15 hours of free weekly childcare for their two-year-olds.

How much is the state pension worth now?
Mon, 08 Apr 2024 16:36:08 GMT

Payments to pensioners have risen by 8.5% following the government's "triple lock" pledge.

What to do if you are in debt and need help
Wed, 03 Apr 2024 10:30:38 GMT

What help and options are available to people struggling with debt repayments?

Can my landlord put up my rent, keep my deposit or evict me?
Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:07:55 GMT

UK renters have seen increases of 10% and two million are behind or struggling to pay.

How much are prices rising for you? Try our calculator
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 06:38:51 GMT

Use our calculator to find out how much the cost of living is going up in your household.

How do interest rates affect me?
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:04:59 GMT

Bank of England interest rates have an impact on the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.

MP hits out at 'spoilt middle-class climate clowns'
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:38:34 GMT

A Cumbrian MP's office is plastered in posters by Just Stop Oil protesters, leading to arrests.

'Questions for PSNI' over Simpson investigation
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:39:14 GMT

Katie Simpson, 21, died in Altnagelvin Hospital following an incident in Lettershandoney in August 2020.

Will winning a confidence vote be enough to save Yousaf?
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 21:40:36 GMT

The future of Scotland's first minister is far from secure after a week of turmoil.

Cider giant chops down orchard to sell land
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 21:59:48 GMT

The UK's largest cider blames a drop in demand on its decision to uproot thousands of trees.