Disabled people in England to get 24-hour free bus travel

Disabled people in England will be able to travel by bus for free at any time of day from April, the government has announced.

Heavy showers and thunderstorms bring risk of flash flooding to UK

Heavy showers and thunderstorms bring risk of flash flooding to UK

Ex-workers tell of 'chaotic atmosphere' at new £400m prison

Ex-workers tell of 'chaotic atmosphere' at new £400m prison

US-Canada trade talks 'intense' as new tariff deadline looms

" Intense" trade talks are going down to the wire as Canada seeks to avoid a fresh round of tariffs from the Trump administration due to come into effect in less than 48 hours.

Young adults are taking prescription drugs instead of alcohol - and it's dividing experts

By Isabel Shaw BBC Global Health and Jacqui Wakefield BBC Global Health

To joke or not to joke?: How to write a good out-of-office message

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Guardiola-Walker fallout revealed in new documentary

A new documentary shows the moment Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola told his players that he was "incredibly sad" that captain Kyle Walker had asked to leave the club.

Part of a key firearms law lapsed following a federal court decision. What happens now?

A Sure Fire firearm sound suppressor, commonly referred to as a silencer, is displayed during the National Rifle Association (NRA) Annual Meeting in Houston, Texas on May 28, 2022. A recent court r…

Burnham scraps restrictions on disabled people’s bus passes in England

Disabled people across England will be able to use their free bus passes at any time of day from next April, as Andy Burnham expands a policy he introduced as mayor of Greater Manchester.

Jason Arday's family 'still coming to terms' with his death as vigil held

In their statement, his family said: " What has become clear over the past 72 hours is the profound impact he had on people".

Former federal prosecutor is suing DOJ for 'unlawful and retaliatory' firing

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Democrat Rep. Jimmy Gomez being investigated over sexual misconduct allegations

Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-Calif., speaks during a House Select Intelligence Committee hearing on March 19, 2026. The House Ethics Committee says it is investigating allegations of sexual misconduct again…

Lamour leaves Fifa after Infantino plan criticism

Fifa's chief operating officer Kevin Lamour has left the governing body less than three weeks after he strongly criticised its president Gianni Infantino's aborted plan to sell stakes in competitio…

LIV cancels final event to focus on 'next chapter'

LIV Golf has cancelled its Team Championships in Michigan after weeks of speculation, saying it needs to focus on "building its next chapter".

Huge number of children would fall into poverty under Reform’s benefits plans, say campaigners

Hundreds of thousands of children would be tipped into poverty and destitution under plans unveiled by Reform UK to slash £50bn a year from the UK benefits bill, campaigners have warned.

Over 8,000 affected by water supply disruption

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Australia's Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is appealing - here's what you need to know

Figure caption, Why is Australia's mushroom murder back in the headlines?

Ministers drop plan to relax affordable housing rules after negative response

Ministers have dropped plans to relax affordable housing rules for developers in England after a backlash from housing experts who warned it could drastically cut the number of cheaper homes availa…

Stag put down after attacking man in Richmond Park

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Russia's prominent anti-war politician jailed for 11 years

Russia's prominent anti-war politician Lev Shlosberg has been sentenced to 11 years and one month in a penal colony for "discrediting" the country's armed forces and "spreading false information" a…

Labour MP suspended as party launches investigation into Covid loans

A Labour MP has been suspended from the party after a newspaper report questioned whether he had tried to avoid repaying a government Covid loan.

Youthful Pocognoli the brave choice for Scotland job

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Trump Threatens To Bomb "The S*** Out Of" Oman

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Did you solve it? A new goat for puzzledom’s GOAT

Earlier today I set you a new twist on the Monty Hall problem, which is (according to AI) the most discussed recreational maths puzzle in history.

Supreme Court again rejects Trump's bid to overturn E Jean Carroll sex abuse case

For a second time, the US Supreme Court has declined President Donald Trump's bid to overturn a federal civil jury verdict that found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming writer E Jean Carr…

Top album releases linked to rise in fatal crashes as ‘distracted’ drivers access music

The release of a new album by Taylor Swift might be a cause for celebration among her fans, but such events have also been linked to a more sombre phenomenon: an increase in fatal car crashes.

Reform’s Tice says people should stop fighting climate crisis and ‘enjoy’ heat

Reform’s deputy leader has dismissed efforts to tackle climate breakdown as futile, as he urged British people to “enjoy” the warmth of the recent heatwaves.

What England can expect from captain Root

Root has won more matches as Test captain than anyone else in England's history, though some will point to his longevity.

Emotional farewell to 'global, iconic superstar' Bonnie Tyler

Emotional farewell to 'global, iconic superstar' Bonnie Tyler

UK government ‘irresponsible’ for not publishing emergency drought plans

The UK government has been accused of a lack of transparency and of acting irresponsibly for refusing to publish the emergency drought plans that are produced by water companies.

DHS defends investigating agency critics and giving them warning notices

Two federal agents in blue jackets stand on David Streever's porch at his home in Rochester, N. Y. David Streever hide caption

Is All Blacks' tour of South Africa a new chapter for rugby union?

Is NZ tour of South Africa a new chapter for rugby union?

Pocognoli 'feels connection' with 'passionate' Scotland

New Scotland boss Sebastien Pocognoli says the passionate nature of Scottish football was a key factor in his taking the job.

What is Ebola and why is the outbreak in DRC causing so much concern?

Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are losing their battle to contain the country’s deadliest Ebola outbreak.

Scottish FA withdraws support for Fifa president Infantino

The Scottish Football Association has lost confidence in Gianni Infantino and will not be voting for his re-election as president of Fifa, chief executive Ian Maxwell has told BBC Sport.

Viral vodka brand Au set to sell for £500m to BuzzBallz owner

The viral Welsh vodka firm Au Vodka is nearing a £500m sale to Southern Comfort and Buzz Ballz owner Sazerac.

AI eyes in the sky: new satellites and artificial intelligence are transforming wildfire detection

The fires in Spokane, Washington, this summer are the latest reminder that when a wildfire is detected can be just as important as where it starts. A blaze found within minutes can often be contain…

USS Washington to relieve USS Lincoln. And, Jared Kushner to meet with Netanyahu

Relief Enroute To USS Lincoln, Ukraine's Drone Barrage On Russia, Kushner Gaza Talks

Douglas Gordon by Douglas Gordon review – a brave glimpse inside the mind of the Scottish artist

Here is a brave and not entirely orthodox artist documentary; not so much a dates-and-shows-and-talking-heads profile, but resembling something of an act of art in itself. The subject is Douglas Go…

Consultation ending on controversial Rosebank oil field

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Woman jailed for trying to murder toddler by giving her adult medication

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Muir resignation demand is 'not personal' says UFU

Image caption, Ulster Farmers' Union president John McLenaghan rejected a claim that the UFU was trying to dictate government police

Marra and Fagan to contest Scottish Labour leadership

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Jenrick says Reform would make long-term benefits claimants clean up high streets – UK politics live

Long-term benefit claimants will have to clean up high streets and do charity work if they want to keep benefits, Jenrick says

Aid shortages and fears of starvation as Indonesia reels from deadly earthquake

There are hundreds of disaster victims in Dampek village - but only one doctor.

Virgin takes step towards running Channel Tunnel rail services

Virgin's plans to run rail services between London and Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam have moved closer after it was granted track access by the UK regulator.

Burnham exchanged messages with person posing as Trump's chief of staff

Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messages with a person posing as the chief of staff to US President Donald Trump.

In pictures: Hayden Panettiere's life and career, from child actor to Scream star

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Hayden Panettiere, who starred in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' dies at 36

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Cambridge chancellor criticises 'racist feeding frenzy' around Jason Arday

In a statement following the professor's death, Lord Smith said: " I do believe it is possible to hold to two principles at the same time: to believe in the importance of academic integrity, and wh…