MPs brand UK financial regulator 'incompetent'

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

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

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

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 04:27:29

Nothing changed before Novichok death - spy widow

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

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

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

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

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

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

Israel cabinet to meet to discuss Lebanon ceasefire deal

The ceasefire would reportedly be for an initial 60 days and include the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanon.

Published: 2024-11-26 03:12:31

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

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

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: 2024-11-26 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

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

‘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

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

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

More than 30 stranded whales rescued in New Zealand

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

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

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

Something old: Top award for recycled bridal gowns

Glasgow Kelvin College was one of two UK institutions recognised at the international Green Gown awards.

Published: 2024-11-26 06:13:23

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

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