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UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford incident, police say

UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford incident, police say

October 01, 2026

The 25-year-old man was arrested in Westminster, London, marking the sixth arrest in connection with Sunday's incident near the airbase.

Christa Pike in critical condition after surviving two lethal injections, lawyer says

Christa Pike in critical condition after surviving two lethal injections, lawyer says

October 01, 2026

Pike’s lawyers have asked for her death sentence to be commuted following the botched execution.

US says Europe should ready fuel supplies as Trump threatens diesel ban

US says Europe should ready fuel supplies as Trump threatens diesel ban

October 01, 2026

President Donald Trump has threatened to ban diesel exports in a bid to ease prices in the US ahead of the November elections.

Why Andy Burnham's about-turn on Manchester City matters

Why Andy Burnham's about-turn on Manchester City matters

October 01, 2026

The prime minister's comments on Man City were revealing on several levels - and leapt on by many in football.

HMRC urged to scrutinise tax implications of Man City case

HMRC urged to scrutinise tax implications of Man City case

October 01, 2026

The Treasury Committee, which is responsible for overseeing HMRC, has urged the body to scrutinise tax implications of the Manchester City verdict.

Putin warns West that Russia is ready to use every weapon to protect Kaliningrad

Putin warns West that Russia is ready to use every weapon to protect Kaliningrad

October 01, 2026

The Russian leader insists Moscow is "not threatening anyone" and is merely responding to statements by Western leaders.

Chaos, coffins and 'Claudiapatra' steal the show in Celebrity Traitors

Chaos, coffins and 'Claudiapatra' steal the show in Celebrity Traitors

October 01, 2026

There is paranoia, confusion and a battle to survive among the celebrities as they fight for survival.

Watch: Celebrity Traitors series two kicks off with a wild curveball

Watch: Celebrity Traitors series two kicks off with a wild curveball

October 01, 2026

The BBC's Noor Nanji on the gameshow's new twist and a traitor's shocking admission.

Netanyahu says Flydubai flight attacker 'underwent Islamist radical indoctrination'

Netanyahu says Flydubai flight attacker 'underwent Islamist radical indoctrination'

October 01, 2026

Israel's prime minister says the pilot who tried to take over the Flydubai plane clearly intended to "down the plane".

Fires break out at French schools as students protest over funding

Fires break out at French schools as students protest over funding

October 01, 2026

The French government holds a crisis meeting as demonstrations grow and become violent in places.

PM warned Rosebank oil field could breach West Bank sanctions

PM warned Rosebank oil field could breach West Bank sanctions

October 01, 2026

Campaigners and Green Party leader Zack Polanski raise concerns about Rosebank's ties to an Israeli firm.

Hundreds of criminals start leaving prison under new early release scheme

Hundreds of criminals start leaving prison under new early release scheme

October 01, 2026

Around 4,500 inmates are expected to be released early by June 2027 under a scheme designed to stop prisons becoming full.

What's gone wrong at Nike? How the world's sportswear giant lost its mojo

What's gone wrong at Nike? How the world's sportswear giant lost its mojo

October 01, 2026

Several self-inflicted mistakes have cost the biggest sportswear brand on the planet in recent years.

What we know about Christa Pike’s condition after failed execution

What we know about Christa Pike’s condition after failed execution

October 01, 2026

The BBC’s Ione Wells reports from outside the Tennessee hospital where Pike is said to have arrived Wednesday night after surviving two lethal injection attempts.

'My boss stabbed me then left prison early, but no one told me for months'

'My boss stabbed me then left prison early, but no one told me for months'

October 01, 2026

Hannah Pritchett said she was not told for five months that her attacker had been freed from prison.

Why the Cornell University frat house rape investigation was reopened

Why the Cornell University frat house rape investigation was reopened

October 01, 2026

The woman alleges she was drugged and raped at a fraternity house at the university two years ago.

What role would you play in the Traitors castle? Take our quiz to find out

What role would you play in the Traitors castle? Take our quiz to find out

October 01, 2026

Navigate the early stages of the series with our interactive

Bill Nighy wins best host at British Podcast Awards

Bill Nighy wins best host at British Podcast Awards

October 01, 2026

The actor has become an agony uncle in what award organisers called an "irresistibly endearing series".

'I love the sheep and the people' - Knitters flock to Shetland's wool week

'I love the sheep and the people' - Knitters flock to Shetland's wool week

October 01, 2026

The annual event is marking its 17th year and draws visitors from all over the world.

Trump's AI rebrand causes 'unprecedented' demand for Slovenian website names

Trump's AI rebrand causes 'unprecedented' demand for Slovenian website names

October 01, 2026

The president wants AI to be called super intelligence - or SI - the same initials used by Slovenian domains.

Drumcree talks resume at Hillsborough as residents' legal challenge postponed

Drumcree talks resume at Hillsborough as residents' legal challenge postponed

October 01, 2026

The Orange Order and members of the Garvaghy Road Residents Coalition have arrived at Hillsborough Castle for further talks over the Drumcree parading dispute.

Renee Good: Family of US woman killed by ICE agent sues Trump officials

Renee Good: Family of US woman killed by ICE agent sues Trump officials

October 01, 2026

Lawyers for Good's family say US officials created "an unprecedented environment for state sponsored violence" in Minneapolis.

Travelodge failed sex assault victim 'at every stage', review finds

Travelodge failed sex assault victim 'at every stage', review finds

October 01, 2026

Room intrusions were still being reported at one-in-10 Travelodge hotels this summer, a review finds.

Lib Dem MPs criticise Davey over pension triple lock response

Lib Dem MPs criticise Davey over pension triple lock response

October 01, 2026

Sir Ed questioned the PM's plans to change the triple lock, telling the BBC removing it "would put more pensioners into poverty".

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Breast Cancer Scandal: Exposing the Harm

Breast Cancer Scandal: Exposing the Harm

September 18, 2026

BBC Health correspondent Sharon Barbour investigates a deepening breast cancer scandal.

HMRC urged to scrutinise tax implications of Man City case

HMRC urged to scrutinise tax implications of Man City case

October 01, 2026

The Treasury Committee, which is responsible for overseeing HMRC, has urged the body to scrutinise tax implications of the Manchester City verdict.

England avoid Australia & India in World Cup draw

England avoid Australia & India in World Cup draw

October 01, 2026

England avoid defending champions Australia and world number one-ranked side India in the group-stage draw for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup.

Man City not 'above the rules', says No 10 after backlash to Burnham remarks

Man City not 'above the rules', says No 10 after backlash to Burnham remarks

October 01, 2026

The prime minister said he would be "really concerned" if the club's owners sell up after Premier League rule breaches.