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February 09, 2018
England's mayors to get power to impose tourist tax

England's mayors to get power to impose tourist tax

September 10, 2026

Hospitality leaders warn the uncapped levy would risk jobs and push prices up for families holidaying in England.

Trump says every adult American would get $5,000 if Republicans win midterm elections

Trump says every adult American would get $5,000 if Republicans win midterm elections

September 10, 2026

Speaking at a party convention, the US president gave no details on how the plan would work or where the money would come from.

Watch: Is Trump's $5,000 election pledge legal?

Watch: Is Trump's $5,000 election pledge legal?

September 10, 2026

The US president has said every American will get $5,000 (£3,700) if the Republican Party wins November's midterms.

Why some experts increasingly fear AI will take over

Why some experts increasingly fear AI will take over

September 10, 2026

AI agents went on an uncontrolled hacking spree, leaving some in the industry worried

Catherine joins William at suicide prevention campaign

Catherine joins William at suicide prevention campaign

September 10, 2026

The prince's new project aims to use the reach of sport to raise awareness about suicide and to show people the help available in a crisis.

RNLI reviews security after volunteers targeted online

RNLI reviews security after volunteers targeted online

September 10, 2026

Volunteers were targeted online after it assisted in the rescue of people crossing the Channel on Sunday.

Badenoch denies housing benefit cuts plan would make people homeless

Badenoch denies housing benefit cuts plan would make people homeless

September 10, 2026

The Conservatives say £4bn could be cut from the housing benefit bill to help fund increased defence spending.

'My cancer spread while I waited months for surgery': The cost of England's cancer wait times

'My cancer spread while I waited months for surgery': The cost of England's cancer wait times

September 10, 2026

Cancer care has got worse since the government announced plans to speed up waiting times and save more lives, BBC analysis shows.

Russia's new jet-powered drones outpacing Ukraine's air defences with daily launches

Russia's new jet-powered drones outpacing Ukraine's air defences with daily launches

September 10, 2026

The new models can travel at speeds of up to 300mph, faster than Ukraine's air defence interceptors.

Five dead and 86 missing as 'heartbreaking' fire breaks out on Philippines ferry

Five dead and 86 missing as 'heartbreaking' fire breaks out on Philippines ferry

September 10, 2026

Rescuers are searching for survivors after the vessel travelling from the mainland to a popular tourist destination caught fire.

Primark finally set to launch home deliveries

Primark finally set to launch home deliveries

September 10, 2026

The retailer launches the service four years after making its first foray into internet shopping.

We spent £23,000 on fertility treatment - now our embryos will be destroyed

We spent £23,000 on fertility treatment - now our embryos will be destroyed

September 10, 2026

Nat and Nik Fraser-Edwards want a change in the law so once an embryo has been made, a donor can't withdraw consent.

Four takeaways from Trump's speech at first Republican midterms convention

Four takeaways from Trump's speech at first Republican midterms convention

September 10, 2026

The US president covered many of the subjects he has returned to time and again - with a few surprises thrown in.

'It started as a joke, a fantasy' - F1 heads to football-obsessed Madrid

'It started as a joke, a fantasy' - F1 heads to football-obsessed Madrid

September 10, 2026

After F1’s explosion in popularity away from its European heartland the sport is coming home. Why Madrid? Because it is beautiful… and has a very big expo centre on the outskirts.

How a community living under demolition orders from Israel view UK sanctions

How a community living under demolition orders from Israel view UK sanctions

September 09, 2026

BBC's Middle East Correspondent Lucy Williamson visits the Palestinian community of Khan al Ahmar in the so-called E1 area, and the neighbouring Israeli settlement of Maale Admumim.

The one thing you need to do to succeed - according to top bosses

The one thing you need to do to succeed - according to top bosses

September 10, 2026

What makes someone stand out in a crowded workplace? Six business leaders tell us what they look for.

Menstrual fitness: Why some women are 'cycle-syncing' their workouts

Menstrual fitness: Why some women are 'cycle-syncing' their workouts

September 10, 2026

Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say.

American football is coming to Australia - can it succeed?

American football is coming to Australia - can it succeed?

September 09, 2026

The LA Rams will face the San Francisco 49ers in the first regular season American football game to be played Down Under.

Drug use may have begun 25,000 years ago in Indonesia, research finds

Drug use may have begun 25,000 years ago in Indonesia, research finds

September 10, 2026

Scientists have found evidence that early human foragers in Indonesia were using the betel nut as a drug.

August joint-hottest month on record as climate change and El Niño drive heat

August joint-hottest month on record as climate change and El Niño drive heat

September 10, 2026

Climate change and the rising influence of El Niño saw August reach the record for warmest month.

Funeral for second officer killed in A66 crash to be held

Funeral for second officer killed in A66 crash to be held

September 10, 2026

PC Tom Clough's family say they are grateful for the public's support.

Ex-Tory campaign chief pleads guilty over election bet

Ex-Tory campaign chief pleads guilty over election bet

September 10, 2026

Anthony Lee passed confidential information to his wife Laura Lee about when the 2024 election would be held.

Russian drone incursion delays Zelensky flight

Russian drone incursion delays Zelensky flight

September 10, 2026

The unmanned aircraft entered Moldovan airspace on Tuesday afternoon as the plane was on the runway.

Migraines and acne among five more conditions pharmacists can treat

Migraines and acne among five more conditions pharmacists can treat

September 10, 2026

Pharmacies in England will soon offer treatments for a total of 12 common conditions which save people going to their GP first.

Two friends who died on mountain ridge tried calling 999, inquest hears

Two friends who died on mountain ridge tried calling 999, inquest hears

September 10, 2026

A 999 call from the Eddie Hill and Jayden Long from Yr Wyddfa - Snowdon - was not properly escalated.

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Is This The Biggest Row Between Israel And The UK?

Is This The Biggest Row Between Israel And The UK?

September 09, 2026

What counter-measures has Israel taken against the UK?

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why is Lindsay Clancy’s mistrial dividing America?

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why is Lindsay Clancy’s mistrial dividing America?

September 07, 2026

And will Trump succeed in limiting mail-in voting before the midterms?

Spurs should be awarded 2016-17 title - Pochettino

Spurs should be awarded 2016-17 title - Pochettino

September 10, 2026

Mauricio Pochettino believes Chelsea should be stripped of the Premier League title for 2016-17, when his Tottenham team finished runners-up.

Top four seeds in historic semi-final line-up

Top four seeds in historic semi-final line-up

September 10, 2026

For the first time since 1975, the top four seeds in the women's US Open singles draw have reached the semi-finals.

'Get a life' - non-league club condemn man impersonating manager

'Get a life' - non-league club condemn man impersonating manager

September 10, 2026

Gainsborough Trinity condemn a person who has been approaching players while falsely claiming to be their manager.

France wants to transform Fifa after withdrawing Infantino support

France wants to transform Fifa after withdrawing Infantino support

September 10, 2026

French football leaders have proposed to seek ways to transform how Fifa is run after the country's football body became the latest to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino's presidency.

How history points to another Solheim Cup thriller

How history points to another Solheim Cup thriller

September 10, 2026

With no more than one point separating the teams at the past three Solheim Cups played in Europe there is every reason to expect that this week's contest will be just as exciting, writes Iain Carter.