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Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:56:28 GMTTrump files $5bn defamation lawsuit against BBC over Panorama speech edit
The US president has requested $5bn (£3.7bn) in damages, according to court documents filed in Florida.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 08:26:00 GMTUK unemployment rate rises slightly to 5.1%
Unemployment rises slightly as job vacancies flatline in a "subdued labour market"
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 01:25:32 GMTChildren with cancer scammed out of millions fundraised for their treatment, BBC finds
Huge amounts appear to have been raised for seriously ill children who never received the money.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 23:22:51 GMTWhole-of-society effort needed to deter Russia threat, armed forces chief says
Sir Richard Knighton says more families will know what "sacrifice for our nation means" as the threat from Russia worsens.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:04:18 GMTUK launches taskforce to 'break down barriers' for women in technology
It comes after the government was urged to help close the UK tech sector's gender gap in order to meet its ambitious AI goals.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 22:00:24 GMTEpstein's UK flights had alleged British abuse victims on board - BBC investigation
Lawyers representing victims say it is “shocking” there has never been a “full-scale” UK inquiry.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:01:18 GMTThousands of drivers wrongly fined for speeding since 2021
An anomaly identified by National Highways caused thousands of incorrect speed camera activations.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 08:00:47 GMTI'm part of Labour's new generation, Welsh FM says
Eluned Morgan says a "new team" will set a "very different agenda" for Labour in Wales.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:54:33 GMTDoctors vote to go ahead with this week's five-day strike in England
It comes after ministers made fresh offer amid warning the walkout is risky as NHS battles wave of flu.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:13:47 GMTLiverpool parade attacker lied about 'panicking' and drove at crowds in rage, court told
The Liverpool parade attacker considered himself "the most important person" in the area, a court hears.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:35:25 GMTUK chief rabbi says cousin hid for 15 'terrifying' minutes in Bondi attack
Sir Ephraim Mirvis says nothing will stop Jews celebrating their faith in public following shooting in Sydney.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:06:00 GMTFurlough not perfect but prevented mass unemployment, Sunak says
The former PM, who was chancellor during the crisis, says there was no "playbook" of how to respond to the pandemic.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 08:59:39 GMTUK and South Korea strike trade deal
UK pharmaceuticals, car manufacturing and financial services are expected to benefit.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:59:06 GMTSir Cliff Richard reveals prostate cancer treatment
The 85-year-old singer says his cancer has "gone at the moment", but calls for better screenings.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:21:43 GMTGrand Theft Auto game creator sacked us for trying to unionise
Former staff at the Grand Theft Auto creator are seeking an employment tribunal over alleged "union-busting".
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:36:20 GMTMedicinal cannabis company to create 100 jobs in Scottish expansion
Sydney-based Breathe Life Sciences will manufacture and distribute cannabis medicines from the Borders site.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:03:27 GMTMore victims in NHS child abuse probe, say police
Probe into historical abuse at former units in Sussex could lead to more alleged victims coming forward.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:54:32 GMTTravel disruption and flooding as heavy rain hits Wales
Fire crews rescued a person from a car stuck in floodwater in south Wales on Monday morning.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:21:45 GMTPigeon feeders at market are selfish, says council
Norwich City Council says it is considering enforcement action against people who feed the pigeons.
Sun, 14 Dec 2025 11:37:54 GMTViolence against women a national emergency, Mahmood says
Specialist rape and sexual offence investigation teams will be introduced to every police force in England and Wales by 2029.
Sun, 14 Dec 2025 14:23:47 GMTMore than 700 migrants crossed Channel on Saturday
Home Office figures show 737 people arrived in Dover on 11 boats after a four-week gap in crossings.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:13:10 GMTBiffy Clyro bass player quits tour over addiction and mental health issues
James Johnstone wrote to fans on the band's social media, saying he had recently started receiving professional help.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:44:25 GMTTories to scrap petrol car ban if they win next election
The Conservative Party leader says the policy is "destructive" and "economic self-harm".
Sun, 14 Dec 2025 17:35:55 GMTHistoric rail bridge collapses into River Spey
The Spey Viaduct forms part of the Speyside Way trail and is popular with both walkers and cyclists.
Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:56:39 GMTRed post box sent to Antarctic - on King's orders
The King sends a Royal Mail post box to the remote station, where letters are seen as a "real lift".
Sun, 14 Dec 2025 14:36:05 GMTWoman dies and man critically ill after house fire
A 25-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene and the man, in his 60s, was taken to hospital.
Sun, 14 Dec 2025 20:27:37 GMTStrictly finalists confirmed after dance-off decider
The three remaining couples will compete for the glitterball trophy in the final next weekend.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:55:44 GMTMI6 chief warns 'we are in a space between peace and war'
The new head of Britain's overseas spy agency has warned about an interlocking web of security challenges.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:23:21 GMTChris Martin surprises couple with performance at their wedding
The Coldplay singer lands by helicopter to play at a wedding in Staffordshire.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:49:24 GMTPublic footage catches thousands of reckless drivers
Footage recorded by the public has led to more than 7,000 drivers being caught in 2025 in West Yorkshire.
Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:22:36 GMTWatch: Moment stolen puppies are reunited with mum
Cavalier King Charles spaniel Mabel is seen welcoming home two of her four stolen Cavapoo puppies.
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:33:10 GMT'A dream can become real,' says world record holder, 11
Max has become the youngest male video game developer after his four-hour attempt in May.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:50:29 GMTHow common is a white Christmas where you are?
Many of us probably dream of a white Christmas but how often have you actually seen one? Simon King takes a look at new analysis.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 01:52:16 GMTThe Papers: 'Tears, flowers and silence' in Bondi and 'Streeting's fury'
The aftermath of the Bondi Beach attack in Australia continues to dominate the front pages of Tuesday's papers.
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:18:04 GMTDominatrix turns tech founder to combat revenge porn
After the humiliation of clients leaking her intimate images, Madelaine Thomas decided to take action.
Sun, 14 Dec 2025 04:13:32 GMTWe asked Mormons what they really think about The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives
Those in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Britain tell BBC News about their lives, after the Disney+ show was laced with scandal.
Sun, 14 Dec 2025 01:04:07 GMTSupermarket skincare dupes could save you hundreds. But do budget beauty products work?
Budget-friendly alternatives to high-end products often have similar names and packaging, but the ingredients can vary significantly.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:03:19 GMTMan died from sepsis after 34-hour medication delay
The man could have survived had he been given the correct antibiotics, a report finds.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:41:52 GMTAsylum hotel firm hands back almost £14m in profits amid anger over service
Mears, which provides services in Northern Ireland, Scotland and the north of England, made more profit than its contracts allow.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:29:05 GMTJustice Secretary to face no confidence vote in grooming gangs row
Opposition parties have accused Angela Constance of misrepresenting the position of a leading expert on grooming gangs.
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:27:23 GMTWorkers were exposed to toxic chemicals in firefighting foam
For decades it was 3M's biggest outside the US, and the factory made nappy fastenings and video tape.