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Nine people in critical condition among 100 injured in fatal Bedford train crash

Nine people in critical condition among 100 injured in fatal Bedford train crash

June 20, 2026

British Transport Police says the collision, which killed a train driver, is being investigated.

Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast

Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast

June 20, 2026

After Andy Burnham’s by-election victory, support for the prime minister is evaporating, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Extreme heat warning expanded as 36C heatwave approaches UK

Extreme heat warning expanded as 36C heatwave approaches UK

June 20, 2026

After a slightly cooler Saturday, temperatures will rise again, possibly touching 36C by Tuesday with a Met Office amber extreme heat warning set to come into force.

Five injured in suspected anti-Muslim attacks after armed man roamed Edinburgh streets

Five injured in suspected anti-Muslim attacks after armed man roamed Edinburgh streets

June 20, 2026

Two people were injured close to a mosque and a man was later seen battering the door of a pizzeria as members of the public run away.

Meloni tells Trump to 'focus on your own popularity' as row escalates

Meloni tells Trump to 'focus on your own popularity' as row escalates

June 20, 2026

The US president earlier questioned Meloni's popularity after suggesting she "begged" for a photo at G7 summit

Watch: BBC reports from the site as investigators give update

Watch: BBC reports from the site as investigators give update

June 20, 2026

A train driver dies and 100 people are injured in the crash on Friday.

What we know so far about the crash and emergency response

What we know so far about the crash and emergency response

June 20, 2026

Nine people are in a critical condition out of a total of 28 still in hospital on Saturday, emergency services say.

'People flew from their seats': Passengers describe how collision unfolded

'People flew from their seats': Passengers describe how collision unfolded

June 20, 2026

The East of England Ambulance Service says nearly 90 people were injured, over 30 of them seriously.

Why Harry Kane is different at this tournament

Why Harry Kane is different at this tournament

June 20, 2026

Former England captain Alan Shearer explains what has changed for Harry Kane since his struggles at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage

Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage

June 20, 2026

Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size.

Sibling rivals line up for different teams

Sibling rivals line up for different teams

June 20, 2026

Sibling rivals are lining up for different teams at the World Cup, with seven pairs of brothers in total at this tournament.

Nervy, optimist, die-hard: What sort of fan are you?

Nervy, optimist, die-hard: What sort of fan are you?

June 20, 2026

Take our World Cup quiz and discover your fan personality type.

Popping a cocktail of supplements every day might be doing you more harm than good

Popping a cocktail of supplements every day might be doing you more harm than good

June 20, 2026

While many of us take supplements regularly, there are some risks people may not be aware of.

Steve Rosenberg: Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home

Steve Rosenberg: Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home

June 20, 2026

There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.

Love Pride but hate big parades? These places are doing it differently

Love Pride but hate big parades? These places are doing it differently

June 20, 2026

From Glasgow to Salford, smaller, unique events are celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.

The rise of girl group XG: From sisterhood and survival to stardom

The rise of girl group XG: From sisterhood and survival to stardom

June 20, 2026

The Japanese pop group have become global stars, after being recruited before they were teenagers.

How to stay safe swimming outdoors - and still have fun

How to stay safe swimming outdoors - and still have fun

June 20, 2026

Pick designated swimming spots, learn about riptides and don't use inflatables at the beach, experts say.

BBC sees destroyed villages in Israeli-occupied southern Lebanon

BBC sees destroyed villages in Israeli-occupied southern Lebanon

June 20, 2026

Travelling with a humanitarian convoy, BBC's Hugo Bachega has been given rare access to a part of Lebanon under Israeli occupation.

Zelensky returns highest Polish honour after award stripped

Zelensky returns highest Polish honour after award stripped

June 20, 2026

Ukraine's president said his country was open to "engagement" about "difficult and painful chapters of our shared past".

Boy, 17, stabbed to death in south London prompting murder investigation

Boy, 17, stabbed to death in south London prompting murder investigation

June 20, 2026

The 17-year-old was found fatally injured near Lavender Hill in the early hours of Saturday.

Root drags England fight into final day against NZ

Root drags England fight into final day against NZ

June 20, 2026

Joe Root stands between England and defeat in the second Test against New Zealand on a day when absent captain Ben Stokes makes 95 for Durham.

Bolivian president declares state of emergency after weeks of protests

Bolivian president declares state of emergency after weeks of protests

June 20, 2026

The move comes after weeks of anti-government protests that have caused a shortage of basic goods in Bolivia.

Lebanese turtle conservationist Mona Khalil killed by Israeli strike

Lebanese turtle conservationist Mona Khalil killed by Israeli strike

June 20, 2026

Mona Khalil, who had refused to leave the beach she had spent years protecting, died from her injuries after the Israeli strike.

A fox, a gannet and a space warrior - why election candidates wear fancy dress

A fox, a gannet and a space warrior - why election candidates wear fancy dress

June 20, 2026

Candidates like Count Binface are motivated to run for different reasons, but their role in politics is a longstanding tradition.

'My dog Gertie saved my life by helping to find my breast cancer'

'My dog Gertie saved my life by helping to find my breast cancer'

June 17, 2026

Lesley Goodburn is hoping her story will encourage others to check for signs of the cancer.

Paddington musical set for Broadway debut

Paddington musical set for Broadway debut

June 16, 2026

The production will launch in the US at New York's Al Hirschfeld Theatre in March 2027.

Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for help after earthquake

Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for help after earthquake

June 17, 2026

A Nepalese Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for their fundraising efforts.

Snake takes surprise trip to seaside in car engine

Snake takes surprise trip to seaside in car engine

June 17, 2026

The corn snake is thought to have travelled around 17 miles from its owner's house in Bridlington.

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Burnham Wins in Makerfield - So What Happens Now?

Burnham Wins in Makerfield - So What Happens Now?

June 19, 2026

Burnham wins Makerfield by-election, paving way for leadership challenge against Starmer.

Jill Biden reveals how she really felt about Joe Biden’s health whilst he was president

Jill Biden reveals how she really felt about Joe Biden’s health whilst he was president

June 17, 2026

And Trump wants to give America’s top legal job to his former personal lawyer

Two chancers bluff their way into weddings to meet women

Two chancers bluff their way into weddings to meet women

June 13, 2026

Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn star in this classic 2005 comedy

Watch: Today at the Test - fourth day highlights

Watch: Today at the Test - fourth day highlights

June 20, 2026

Day 4 highlights from the second Test match between England and New Zealand.

Root drags England fight into final day against NZ

Root drags England fight into final day against NZ

June 20, 2026

Joe Root stands between England and defeat in the second Test against New Zealand on a day when absent captain Ben Stokes makes 95 for Durham.

Saka trains alone as England prepare for Ghana game

Saka trains alone as England prepare for Ghana game

June 20, 2026

Bukayo Saka was the only player not present in group training as England continued their preparations for their second World Cup match against Ghana.

Root stands firm as England head towards final‑day defeat

Root stands firm as England head towards final‑day defeat

June 20, 2026

Watch the highlights as Joe Root stands between England and defeat in the second Test against New Zealand where a world record of 463 runs is needed to win at The Oval.