February 09, 2018
UK working to identify exposure after global cyber-security warning
October 22, 2026
Governments and companies are scrambling to protect their websites, as Amazon says it experienced attacks before the warning was made public.
Rosenberg: US diplomatic push offers little hope for imminent Ukraine peace
October 21, 2026
President Vladimir Putin does not feel under pressure right now to end the war, the BBC's Russia Editor writes.
Criminals who skip sentencing will face solitary confinement or lose social visits
October 22, 2026
Judges will be given new powers to impose tougher prison punishments on offenders who refuse to face their victims' families during sentencing.
Diabetes and ADHD drugs to be tested on Alzheimer's patients in new study
October 22, 2026
Drugs will be tested simultaneously, which it's hoped will speed up the process of finding new treatments for this common type of dementia.
The real reasons US politicians are getting older
October 22, 2026
No country for young men and women: why do older politicians seem to have such a tight grip on the US political system?
UK's gaps in Arctic defence leave it open to Russian attacks, committee warns
October 22, 2026
A report by MPs urges the UK to address capability gaps including a lack of Royal Navy warships and submarines, as Russia seeks to dominate the region.
Dame Judi Dench: 'I can't do a play, a film or read anymore'
October 22, 2026
Dame Judi Dench tells BBC Radio 4's Today programme about how her eye condition has affected her life.
The 'trillion pound' oil fund the government believes Britain could have built
October 22, 2026
For the first time, the Treasury calculates how much the UK could have raised by investing North Sea proceeds.
Burnham defends Jackdaw decision as Badenoch urges PM to overturn ban on new oil and gas licences
October 21, 2026
The UK government says the field, which is opposed by environmental campaigners, could be producing gas by the end of this month.
Four locations in the running to be UK City of Culture 2029
October 22, 2026
The winner, announced in early 2027, will receive £10m to deliver a year of cultural activities.
Only one female scientist named in GCSEs, research finds
October 22, 2026
A new study finds Rosalind Franklin is the only woman named in Key Stage 4 science specifications.
'Targeted' attack on much-loved MP leaves Australian town heartbroken
October 21, 2026
Locals describe the MP, who had to have both legs amputated, as a genuinely kind person who fought for the community.
The grads ditching the UK for a fresh start abroad
October 22, 2026
With graduate jobs hard to come by, more young adults are reported to be considering emigrating.
What is PHP and why did it spark a global cyber-security scramble?
October 22, 2026
AI uncovered long-hidden programming flaws, triggering a rare global cyber-security response.
'Betrayed by my body': The taboo health issue women are talking about on social media
October 22, 2026
Women are sharing their experiences with chronic urinary tract infections on social media in an effort to break the stigma surrounding UTIs.
Japan is known for world-class events - but the Asian Games were chaotic
October 21, 2026
Hotel chaos, transport mishaps and diplomatic blunders cast a spotlight on organisers and the firm hired to deliver the games.
The Papers: 'Drill, Andy Drill!' and a Budget for 'bloody-minded entrepreneurs'
October 22, 2026
Several of today's papers continue to follow the "storm" surrounding Andy Burnham's decision to approve a new gas field and what that will mean for future ones.
Celebrity shark defies authorities, returns to South Korean canal
October 22, 2026
Authorities had hoped the female shark would swim back to sea after being led out of the canal.
Chip muffin? Bacon and egg soda? How Just Eat's AI struggled to depict Britain's regional dishes
October 21, 2026
A spokesperson said it was removing inaccurate AI images and pausing the rollout of the tool.
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September 09, 2026
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Pope does not need further treatment after lung cancer surgery
October 21, 2026
Test results have confirmed his diagnosis as a lung adenocarcinoma that was localised.
Fernandes rounds on Carrick after Man Utd humiliation
October 21, 2026
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes blames head coach Michael Carrick for the tactics that led to an embarrassing 4-1 defeat by Como in the Champions League.
Airbnb hosts can no longer make guests strip beds and wash dishes under new rules
October 21, 2026
The updated policy will apply to all reservations booked on the accommodation site on or after 20 November.
Don't Stop Believin'! - high school musical Glee set for reboot
October 21, 2026
Ryan Murphy's popular musical comedy-drama is set to return on Hulu and Disney+ after a decade away.
Missiles hit Kyiv after Russia agrees to US call to resume Ukraine peace talks
October 21, 2026
Moscow says it is "ready in principle" to resume peace talks and US President Donald Trump says the world is "the closest we've been" to ending the war.
US orders some diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks escalate
October 22, 2026
The warning to US officials comes as at least three people die in the latest strikes at an airport and an oil field.
Jailed former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson being investigated over alleged rape inside Parliament
October 21, 2026
While not naming the disgraced former MP, the Metropolitan Police has issued a statement confirming a 63-year-old man is being investigated.
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Fernandes rounds on Carrick after Man Utd humiliation
October 21, 2026
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes blames head coach Michael Carrick for the tactics that led to an embarrassing 4-1 defeat by Como in the Champions League.
Man Utd humbled by four-goal Como to pile pressure on Carrick
October 21, 2026
Manchester United suffer a heavy defeat to a Como side playing just their third ever game of Champions League football, as Nico Paz stars for the hosts to pile the pressure on Michael Carrick.
Saka injury 'does not look good' - how will Arsenal cope?
October 21, 2026
Mikel Arteta says the quadriceps injury Arsenal's Bukayo Saka picked up in the Champions League draw with Bayern Munich "does not look good at all".
Goal, assist... goal-kick - Kane underlines Ballon d'Or credentials
October 22, 2026
Why Declan Rice backs his England team-mate Harry Kane to win the Ballon d'Or after Arsenal's draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
Rice strikes to earn Arsenal draw at Bayern
October 21, 2026
Declan Rice scores a late equaliser as Arsenal and Bayern Munich play out an entertaining draw in the league phase of the Champions League while Bukayo Saka limps off with an early injury.
Vickery's journey from World Cup winner to bodybuilder at 50
October 22, 2026
Why England Rugby World Cup winner Phil Vickery has started entering bodybuilding competitions at the age of 50.
