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Harry and Meghan join Aboriginal walking tour in Melbourne 16 Apr 2026, 4:16 am

During their visit down under, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have chosen to learn more about First Nations Australians' history.

The Papers: 'Summer of shortages' and 'War windfall' 16 Apr 2026, 3:54 am

Fears the Iran war could lead to UK supermarket shortages this summer and news of big oil windfalls lead Thursday's papers.

'Unprecedented' fire at Australian oil refinery to impact nation's petrol supplies 16 Apr 2026, 3:45 am

The fire has deepened fears over the nation's petrol supplies amid a global crunch.

Russian attacks leave three dead in Ukraine 16 Apr 2026, 3:26 am

Meanwhile, a Ukrainian drone attack killed two children in Russia, officials say.

China's economy grows faster than expected despite Iran war 16 Apr 2026, 2:29 am

The better-than-expected GDP data comes as Asian countries have been hit hard by the impact of the conflict.

Mahmood promises action against 'sham lawyers' abusing asylum system after BBC investigation 16 Apr 2026, 2:01 am

An undercover investigation revealed how law firms and advisers are helping migrants pretend to be gay to stay in the UK

Nebraska police shoot knife-wielding woman who abducted child from Walmart 16 Apr 2026, 12:46 am

The 31-year-old woman randomly abducted a three-year-old boy out of the Omaha supermarket at knifepoint, police say.

BBC at the site of Trump's planned 'triumphal arch' 16 Apr 2026, 12:08 am

BBC's Ione Wells explains where the 250ft structure would be built and why it's controversial.

Arteta wanted fire but Arsenal limp to semis - does style matter? 16 Apr 2026, 12:07 am

Mikel Arteta wanted "fire" from his Arsenal players but instead got a sluggish performance as the Gunners did what was needed to reach the Champions League semi-finals.

Seven goals, fastest strike & two red cards - Bayern-Real delivers drama 15 Apr 2026, 11:28 pm

The quickest strike in this season's Champions League, seven goals, two red cards and the competition's 15-time winners exiting in anger - once again the knockout stages of European club football's elite tournament has delivered drama in spades.

Seven goals, fastest strike & two red cards - Bayern-Real delivers drama 15 Apr 2026, 11:28 pm

The quickest strike in this season's Champions League, seven goals, two red cards and the competition's 15-time winners exiting in anger - once again the knockout stages of European club football's elite tournament has delivered drama in spades.

Real Madrid set for rare trophyless season - will Arbeloa pay the price? 15 Apr 2026, 11:21 pm

After losing out to Bayern Munich in a thrilling Champions League quarter-final, Real Madrid face the prospect of a trophyless season that could cost Alvaro Arbeloa his job.

Move over wind farms: why some argue cutting costs is the best way to cut carbon 15 Apr 2026, 11:20 pm

From heat pumps to offshore wind, the UK’s net zero push is facing growing scrutiny. Are rising costs undermining climate goals?

Nine universities start legal action over student loan error row 15 Apr 2026, 11:08 pm

About 22,000 students in England were told they were given loans by mistake and must immediately pay the money back.

Back to books - Sweden's schools give up digital learning 15 Apr 2026, 11:06 pm

Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector.

The city where primary school places come with a toilet-training guide 15 Apr 2026, 11:06 pm

Teachers say more children are starting school without skills like basic communication and potty training.

Horse urine perfume: why online bargains may be dangerous 15 Apr 2026, 10:57 pm

Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules.

Ticketmaster-owner Live Nation ran a monopoly and overcharged fans, jury finds 15 Apr 2026, 10:56 pm

The lawsuit said the firm's practices had led to higher ticket prices and worse service for customers.

More big energy users to get help as support plan expanded 15 Apr 2026, 10:33 pm

A scheme to cut bills for firms that are heavy energy users is being extended to cover an additional 3,000 businesses.

Howl recordings and an AI image: Inside South Korea's long hunt for an escaped wolf 15 Apr 2026, 10:09 pm

Hundreds have been deployed to find Neukgu, a young wolf that has eluded capture for a week and counting.

Bank of England boss tells BBC he won't rush interest rate rises 15 Apr 2026, 9:51 pm

Bank of England governor says the Iran war energy shock makes the next rate decision "very very difficult".

Bayern strike late to beat Real Madrid in seven-goal thriller 15 Apr 2026, 9:41 pm

Bayern Munich leave it late in a back-and-forth classic to beat Real Madrid 4-3 to set up a meeting with Paris St-Germain in the semi-finals of the Champions League.

Players told LIV Golf to run 'for many years' amid collapse rumours 15 Apr 2026, 9:34 pm

Sergio Garcia says LIV Golf's players were told earlier this year the event would run for "many years" as rumours swirl the Saudi-backed venture is on the verge of collapse.

Social media leaders called to Downing Street over children's safety 15 Apr 2026, 9:30 pm

Top executives from firms such as Meta and YouTube will be asked what they are doing to protect children.

Lyse Doucet in Iran: Under fragile ceasefire, Iranians wonder if US deal can be done 15 Apr 2026, 9:10 pm

The BBC's chief international correspondent reports from Iran as diplomatic efforts to avoid a return to war intensify.

Former champion Brecel misses out on Crucible spot 15 Apr 2026, 8:44 pm

Former winner Luca Brecel fails to qualify for the 2026 World Snooker Championship, losing to Wales' Jak Jones in the last qualifying round.

US war on Iran was a 'mistake', says Reeves 15 Apr 2026, 6:58 pm

The chancellor's criticism follows a report that the conflict will hit the UK harder than other big economies.

Frank Gardner: What is China's role in the Iran war? 15 Apr 2026, 6:54 pm

BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the world's second-largest economy fits into the Gulf conflict.

Israeli triple-tap strike kills three paramedics in Lebanon, officials say 15 Apr 2026, 6:48 pm

Lebanon's government condemns as a "flagrant crime" the killing of the paramedics, one of whom featured in a BBC report.

Ekitike to miss rest of season and World Cup - Deschamps 15 Apr 2026, 6:46 pm

France manager Didier Deschamps confirms striker Hugo Ekitike will miss the rest of the season and World Cup after suffering a suspected Achilles injury during Liverpool's Champions League quarter-final defeat by Paris St-Germain on Tuesday.

Has Trump given up on the midterms? 15 Apr 2026, 5:22 pm

The president is losing public support over the Iran war.

Man arrested climbing into Israeli embassy had arrived on small boat twice, court hears 15 Apr 2026, 4:09 pm

Abdullah Albadri denies charges preparing terrorist acts and being in possession of two knives.

BBC to cut almost one in 10 staff to make £500m savings 15 Apr 2026, 4:04 pm

The BBC's interim director general says the cuts will require "some big and some difficult choices".

Leo Woodall and Kate Winslet join new Lord of the Rings cast 15 Apr 2026, 3:49 pm

Jamie Dornan also joins the franchise for The Hunt for Gollum, alongside returning stars Sir Ian McKellen and Elijah Wood.

Jessie Ware on the 'hyper-surreal' high of her first arena tour 15 Apr 2026, 2:30 pm

The singer will play three UK arenas later this year, 14 years after her first album came out.

Tracking the ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz 15 Apr 2026, 1:12 pm

Since the start of the US blockade on Monday, 15 vessels have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, nine of which have links to Iran, BBC Verify analysis of ship-tracking data suggests.

Trump's rift with Pope is playing out in public - it's costing him valuable support 15 Apr 2026, 11:25 am

Leading conservative Catholics tell the BBC why they back the American pontiff in his spat with Trump.

Bogus websites, staged protests and pretend atheists: Inside the fake asylum industry 15 Apr 2026, 10:40 am

In the second part of an undercover investigation, the BBC exposes elaborate deceptions being used to bolster fake asylum claims.

Can we afford to keep the UK safe? 14 Apr 2026, 7:31 pm

Former Nato chief warns UK's national security 'in peril'.

An epic gangster biopic of the Kray brothers, starring Tom Hardy 12 Apr 2026, 12:57 am

The rise and decline of the Kray twins, London's most legendary gangsters.

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