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Andrew moves out of Royal Lodge home

Andrew moves out of Royal Lodge home

February 04, 2026

The former prince left Royal Lodge on Monday night and is living in a temporary property on the Sandringham Estate, the BBC understands.

Mandelson investigated by police over claims he leaked information to Epstein

Mandelson investigated by police over claims he leaked information to Epstein

February 03, 2026

The former Labour minister faces allegations of misconduct in public office when he was business secretary.

Chris Mason: Mandelson revelations a scandal on another level

Chris Mason: Mandelson revelations a scandal on another level

February 04, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer's decision to send Lord Mandelson to Washington a year ago gives this row political salience, the BBC's political editor writes.

Three quarters of patients will survive cancer by 2035, government promises

Three quarters of patients will survive cancer by 2035, government promises

February 03, 2026

There are plans for earlier diagnosis and faster treatment in England but experts worry about lack of staff.

Investigator 'did unlawful stuff' regarding Harry, court hears

Investigator 'did unlawful stuff' regarding Harry, court hears

February 04, 2026

In written evidence, Dan Portley-Hanks said the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday were his "best client and biggest payer".

Watch: BBC joins Colombian commandos fighting 'never-ending battle' against drug gangs

Watch: BBC joins Colombian commandos fighting 'never-ending battle' against drug gangs

February 03, 2026

As the US and Colombian presidents meet, Orla Guerin joins a police unit tasked with finding and destroying jungle cocaine labs.

Trial of Norway crown princess's son hears tearful account in rape trial

Trial of Norway crown princess's son hears tearful account in rape trial

February 03, 2026

The first alleged victim begins giving evidence in Marius Borg Høiby's trial for rape and more than 30 other alleged offences.

Police told to reinvestigate man's death after suspected blackmail on Grindr

Police told to reinvestigate man's death after suspected blackmail on Grindr

February 04, 2026

A new report says police missed opportunities to gather evidence and took too long to deal with complaints.

Government pledges 10,000 new foster care places in England

Government pledges 10,000 new foster care places in England

February 04, 2026

Rule changes aim to create thousands of new foster places and help full-time workers.

Bus driver who was sacked for punching thief protected me, says theft victim

Bus driver who was sacked for punching thief protected me, says theft victim

February 03, 2026

Kartalin Kaszas is grateful to bus driver Mark Hehir for intervening in a "terrifying" situation.

'I was thinking about mum': Boy, 13, swims for hours to save family swept out to sea

'I was thinking about mum': Boy, 13, swims for hours to save family swept out to sea

February 03, 2026

Austin Applebee recounts his 'superhuman' swim which saved the lives of his mother and siblings in Australia.

Sarah Ferguson emails to Epstein show increasing desperation

Sarah Ferguson emails to Epstein show increasing desperation

February 03, 2026

The messages from the former Duchess of York appear to show her saying she feels "traumatised and alone".

Thousands of Epstein documents taken down after victims identified

Thousands of Epstein documents taken down after victims identified

February 03, 2026

The US Department of Justice faces criticism from victims after names and unredacted images included in latest release.

Police assess allegation Epstein sent second woman to UK for sex with Andrew

Police assess allegation Epstein sent second woman to UK for sex with Andrew

February 03, 2026

The encounter allegedly occurred at the former prince's residence, Royal Lodge, in 2010.

Who is in the Epstein files?

Who is in the Epstein files?

February 03, 2026

Millions of Epstein-related documents released by the US justice department include the names of the world's rich and powerful.

How we decluttered our home and you can too

How we decluttered our home and you can too

February 04, 2026

Four people who have successfully reduced the amount of stuff they have explain how they did it.

No-one knows what to expect when you're dying - but hospices helped me

No-one knows what to expect when you're dying - but hospices helped me

February 04, 2026

Hospices caring for people at the end of their lives are at risk because funding is "unsustainable".

'Cops probe Mandelson' and 'Princes of Darkness'

'Cops probe Mandelson' and 'Princes of Darkness'

February 04, 2026

Police probe Lord Mandelson's alleged Epstein links and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's departure from Royal Lodge lead Wednesday's papers.

The Chinese planemaker taking on Boeing and Airbus

The Chinese planemaker taking on Boeing and Airbus

February 03, 2026

Comac's passenger jet is attracting customers in South East Asia where demand for affordable aircraft is growing.

'Never imagined this': Indian village grapples with interfaith couple's killing

'Never imagined this': Indian village grapples with interfaith couple's killing

February 04, 2026

Police say they were beaten to death, allegedly by the woman's three brothers, who have been arrested.

The Scottish estate transformed by King Charles' green vision

The Scottish estate transformed by King Charles' green vision

February 03, 2026

A landmark documentary examines the King's "harmony" principles around protecting the environment.

Watch: Florida iguanas are 'cold stunned' and falling from trees

Watch: Florida iguanas are 'cold stunned' and falling from trees

February 04, 2026

A rare cold snap across the state has made the reptiles immobile and ripe for capturing, says the state's wildlife agency.

US says it shot down Iranian drone flying towards aircraft carrier

US says it shot down Iranian drone flying towards aircraft carrier

February 03, 2026

A US military spokesman says the drone was shot down while approaching an American vessel in the Arabian Sea.

Trump hails White House talks with 'terrific' Petro, after months of trading barbs

Trump hails White House talks with 'terrific' Petro, after months of trading barbs

February 03, 2026

Colombia's leader says he urged Trump to work with him to target drug kingpins. Trump says they "got along very well".

Ban on phones in schools backed by House of Lords

Ban on phones in schools backed by House of Lords

February 04, 2026

The move comes just weeks after peers supported legislation to ban under-16s in the UK from social media.

Two men killed in light aircraft crash, police say

Two men killed in light aircraft crash, police say

February 03, 2026

A team from the Air Accidents Investigation Branch is at the scene of the crash in Littleborough.

Fourteen migrants dead after collision with Greek coastguard boat

Fourteen migrants dead after collision with Greek coastguard boat

February 03, 2026

The coastguard said a pursuit was under way at the time of the collision, near the island of Chios.

Chappell Roan says revealing Grammys outfit wasn't 'that outrageous'

Chappell Roan says revealing Grammys outfit wasn't 'that outrageous'

February 03, 2026

The US pop star drew attention for her breast-baring chiffon Mugler dress at Sunday's ceremony.

Gazans returning through Rafah crossing describe checks by Palestinian militia

Gazans returning through Rafah crossing describe checks by Palestinian militia

February 03, 2026

One Palestinian woman said members of the Israel-linked militia searched them and their belongings at an Israeli checkpoint inside Gaza.

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Epstein Files: Mandelson Reported To The Police

Epstein Files: Mandelson Reported To The Police

February 02, 2026

Latest Epstein files suggest Mandelson sent government information to Epstein.

Americanswers… On 5 Live! Do the new Epstein files "absolve" Trump?

Americanswers… On 5 Live! Do the new Epstein files "absolve" Trump?

February 02, 2026

And why is the president threatening to sue Grammy host Trevor Noah over an Epstein joke?

'Years in the making' - are Arsenal ready to shed 'nearly-men' tag?

'Years in the making' - are Arsenal ready to shed 'nearly-men' tag?

February 03, 2026

Arsenal have moved a step closer to winning their first major silverware since 2020 by beating Chelsea 4-2 on aggregate in the Carabao Cup semi-final.

England sweep Sri Lanka series in low-scoring thriller

England sweep Sri Lanka series in low-scoring thriller

February 03, 2026

England successfully defend a target of 129 to win by 12 runs against Sri Lanka in an enthralling contest, completing a 3-0 T20 series sweep.

'It hurts me' - Guardiola vows to speak up on conflicts

'It hurts me' - Guardiola vows to speak up on conflicts

February 03, 2026

Pep Guardiola has spoken passionately about children being killed and injured in conflict zones across the world, saying the footage he sees "hurts me".

Chelsea adopt Match of the Day tactic to stop Arsenal set-piece threat

Chelsea adopt Match of the Day tactic to stop Arsenal set-piece threat

February 03, 2026

Despite losing their Carabao Cup semi-final, Chelsea attempted a new way of stopping Arsenal set-pieces - just days after a similar suggestion on Match of the Day.

LIV hits out despite getting world ranking points

LIV hits out despite getting world ranking points

February 03, 2026

The top 10 finishers at an event will be awarded points because the Official World Golf Rankings "recognises a number of areas where LIV does not meet the eligibility standards".

'I don't want regrets' - Vonn hopes to compete at Olympics despite ACL injury

'I don't want regrets' - Vonn hopes to compete at Olympics despite ACL injury

February 03, 2026

Lindsey Vonn has ruptured her left anterior cruciate ligament but is still "very hopeful" she can compete at the Winter Olympics.