Angela Merkel defends ties with Russia and blocking Ukraine from Nato

New cash for job centres in plan to boost workforce

The government reveals a £240m investment plan to increase the number of people working in Britain.

Published: 2024-11-26 00:14:20

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

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

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

Woman with brain injury faced insurance refusal

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

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

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

Trump threatens China, Mexico and Canada with new tariffs

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 01:09:12

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

Man arrested after eight-year-old girl shot in car

A girl is undergoing surgery and a man, 34, has been left with potentially life-changing injuries.

Published: 2024-11-25 20:45:45

Reeves tells firms no more tax rises as she defends Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves tells the CBI conference she is "not coming back with more borrowing or more taxes".

Published: 2024-11-26 00:22:28

Prosecutors demand 20-year jail sentence for husband in mass rape trial

Dominique Pelicot, 72, is facing the maximum sentence for rape in a case that has horrified France.

Published: 2024-11-25 20:47:43

Israel and Lebanon close to ceasefire deal, Israeli officials say

Israel's cabinet will meet on Tuesday to discuss a possible deal, as the US cautions, "we're not done yet".

Published: 2024-11-25 19:58:32

Supreme Court to hear case on definition of a woman

Judges will consider a legal challenge which could affect how women and trans people are treated.

Published: 2024-11-25 23:03:43

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: 2024-11-25 23:38:53

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

‘I had no idea being a social drinker would damage my liver by 31’

BBC journalist Hazel Martin was told she had liver fibrosis and must go teetotal or she could die.

Published: 2024-11-25 05:56:34

How service charges in flats spiralled out of control

Bills for leaseholders have risen by 44% since 2016. Is Labour's new plan really the solution?

Published: 2024-11-25 01:54:25

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

First Lady receives White House Christmas tree

Jill Biden, accompanied by her grandson Beau, welcomed the arrival of the festive fir hailing from North Carolina.

Published: 2024-11-25 23:50:02

Emergency crews tackle flood waters in rescue operations

More than 100 flood warnings are in places across the country, with homes, businesses and roads being impacted.

Published: 2024-11-25 17:33:23

Elton John album on hold because he 'can't see'

He says he "can't see anything, I can't read anything, I can't watch anything" after an eye infection.

Published: 2024-11-25 17:50:22

People should intervene if they see women at risk of spiking, minister urges

Jess Phillips says people should ask women is "everything alright" if they appear unsafe during the Christmas party season.

Published: 2024-11-25 19:13:21

Malaysia government told to return seized LGBT watches

A court ruled the government, which said the watches had "LGBT elements", did not have authority to seize them.

Published: 2024-11-25 12:18:44

£1.25 a night Welsh tourism tax may start in 2027

Hotels, B&B and self-catered accommodation guests would pay if councils introduce it in their areas.

Published: 2024-11-25 15:24:18

Angela Merkel defends ties with Russia and blocking Ukraine from Nato

The former German chancellor, who quit politics three years ago, speaks to the BBC in a rare interview.

Published: 2024-11-25 10:20:08

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

Bethell to bat at three on England Test debut

Jacob Bethell will bat at number three on his Test debut in England's series opener against New Zealand in Christchurch on Thursday.

Published: 2024-11-25 22:48:32

Root 'a rung below' Smith and Kohli - Lehmann

England batter Joe Root needs to score a century in Australia to be considered an all-time great, says Darren Lehmann.

Published: 2024-11-25 17:01:55

General Motors agrees deal to enter F1 in 2026

US car giant General Motors reaches an agreement in principle to enter Formula 1 in 2026 with its Cadillac brand.

Published: 2024-11-25 18:34:18

'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

'As open as it has ever been' - is this the tightest Premier League?

Liverpool are eight points clear at the top, but below them just one point separates second to fifth in what appears an open race to finish in the European spots.

Published: 2024-11-25 23:43:00

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