New Zealander returns home after suspected poisoning in Laos

Starmer says UK 'isn’t working’ as he announces jobs push

The government plans include overhauling job centres, but reforms to benefits are delayed until next year.

Published: 2024-11-26 08:04:18

'I want to get a job but I don't know how'

The BBC speaks to young people yet to enter the workforce as well as those who have chosen to leave it.

Published: 2024-11-26 08:11:34

Russian deserter reveals war secrets of guarding nuclear base

A combat alert was in place on the day Russia invaded Ukraine, he tells the BBC.

Published: 2024-11-26 00:13:09

Trump vows day-one tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China

The president-elect said he plans to impose 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada and an additional 10% on China on his first day in office.

Published: 2024-11-26 06:59:52

More rain forecast after Storm Bert hits UK

At least five people died as the storm brought heavy rain, wind and snow over the weekend.

Published: 2024-11-25 22:13:10

Rod Stewart to play Glastonbury's legends slot

The Scottish rock star will follow in the footsteps of Kylie Minogue, Dolly Parton and Shania Twain.

Published: 2024-11-26 08:00:20

MPs brand UK financial regulator 'incompetent'

A report by a group of MPs and peers called for the Financial Conduct Authority to be overhauled.

Published: 2024-11-26 04:13:24

Woman faced travel insurance refusal after US car accident

Jane Rubens' family say they faced accepting her return to the UK or having her insurance cancelled.

Published: 2024-11-26 01:51:39

Gangsters block aid distribution in south Gaza

Aid workers say armed gangs operating within sight of Israeli forces are looting supplies, amid severe shortages.

Published: 2024-11-25 21:45:47

Nothing changed before Novichok death, says widow of ex-Russian spy

Marina Litvinenko "couldn't believe" another fatal poisoning happened after her husband's death.

Published: 2024-11-26 06:00:16

Two Britons among 16 missing after Red Sea tourist boat sinks

Egyptian officials say 28 people from the vessel have been rescued after it sank on a five-day trip.

Published: 2024-11-25 18:44:51

What will definition of a woman judgement mean for UK society?

The Supreme Court is to rule on a legal challenge which could affect how women and trans people are treated.

Published: 2024-11-26 06:12:23

The Papers: 'No more tax rises, insists Reeves' and 'PM in jobs push'

The Chancellor ruling out more tax rises and the PM's pledge to "overhaul" job centres leads the papers.

Published: 2024-11-26 04:46:17

Storm Bert: Football team swims in flooded pitch

Football players from Gloucestershire refused to let Storm Bert stop them from taking the pitch.

Published: 2024-11-26 03:44:17

Is Namibia going to elect its first female leader?

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is the candidate for the dominant Swapo party but its popularity has waned.

Published: 2024-11-26 00:16:18

Barbara Taylor Bradford: An author of substance

The life of the prolific writer, famous for family sagas with female characters as strong as herself.

Published: 2024-11-25 11:04:54

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Published: 2024-08-20 11:35:33

Menendez brothers' resentencing hearing delayed until January

Ever since two young men were jailed for killing their wealthy parents in 1989, the case has gripped the US.

Published: 2024-11-25 23:33:00

Myles Smith, Elmiene and Good Neighbours up for Brits Rising Star

Either Myles Smith, Elmiene or Good Neighbours will follow 2024 winners The Last Dinner Party.

Published: 2024-11-26 07:57:44

Thousands defy Pakistan police in support of Imran Khan

The jailed former leader is calling on the protesters to stay in Islamabad until their demands are met.

Published: 2024-11-26 07:36:22

New Zealander returns home after suspected poisoning in Laos

Six tourists who were in Laos have died from suspected methanol poisoning in recent weeks.

Published: 2024-11-26 06:28:47

More than 30 stranded whales rescued

None of the rescued whales were re-stranded, but three adults and one calf died, authorities said.

Published: 2024-11-25 22:55:56

Reeves My Lips, No New Taxes (On Business)

Chancellor tells businesses she is “not coming back with more borrowing or more taxes”.

Published: 2024-11-25 20:34:00

Angela Merkel on Putin’s dog and Trump’s handshake

The BBC's Katya Adler sits down with the former German chancellor

Published: 2024-11-25 09:55:00

'I'll do my job, he can do his' - Root on Lehmann

Joe Root says Darren Lehmann is "entitled to say what he wants" after the former Australia coach claimed England's leading runscorer is a "rung below" the all-time greats.

Published: 2024-11-26 06:48:11

Salah selfish for contract comments - Carragher

Mohamed Salah is "selfish" for publicly expressing his disappointment at Liverpool's failure to offer him a new contract, says former Reds defender Jamie Carragher.

Published: 2024-11-25 21:29:31

Banda voted BBC Women's Footballer of the Year

Zambia and Orlando Pride forward Barbra Banda is voted BBC Women's Footballer of the Year.

Published: 2024-11-26 06:30:05

A decade on - how individual toll of Hughes' death still haunts Australia

How Australia cricket is still affected - and will continue to be so - by the death of Phillip Hughes 10 years ago.

Published: 2024-11-25 16:32:07

'A huge result' - could West Ham win at Newcastle be turning point for Lopetegui?

Could West Ham's win and 'huge result' at Newcastle be the turning point for manager Julen Lopetegui's reign?

Published: 2024-11-25 23:38:59

Bellew and McNeil face off in gaming truck

Everton forward Dwight McNeil talks to former boxing world champion and Blues fan Tony Bellew about life at Goodison Park, being rejected by Manchester United and his love of video games.

Published: 2024-11-26 06:10:41