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Olivia Dean crowned new UK queen of pop as Brit Awards hit the north 28 Feb 2026, 11:29 pm

The singer won four awards, including best artist and album, as the Brits headed to Manchester.

Watch: How US-Israel strikes on Iran unfolded 28 Feb 2026, 10:56 pm

Iran launched retaliatory attacks in the Middle East after US-Israel strikes across the country.

Starmer speaks to Trump after UK joins defensive operation in Middle East 28 Feb 2026, 10:37 pm

Sir Keir Starmer says protections for British bases and personnel have been stepped up to their highest level.

Flights cancelled as travel warnings issued after strikes on Iran 28 Feb 2026, 10:36 pm

BA, Virgin Atlantic and Wizz Air are among major airlines to overhaul their schedules in light of the attacks.

Carrick not interested in personal Glasner duel 28 Feb 2026, 10:35 pm

Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick comes up against one of the major contenders for the permanent job when Oliver Glasner's Crystal Palace go to Old Trafford on Sunday.

Free-scoring Semenyo takes burden off Haaland 28 Feb 2026, 10:18 pm

Manchester City have often been accused of being too reliant on Erling Haaland this season. There are signs that could be changing.

What we know so far: Supreme Leader Khamenei killed, Trump says, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes 28 Feb 2026, 10:12 pm

Iran has retaliated with a missile barrage towards Israel, while explosions have been heard in Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and the UAE.

Man, 49, dies taking part in skydive at airfield 28 Feb 2026, 9:26 pm

Police say they were called to Dunkeswell Aerodrome at about 13:00 GMT on Saturday.

New set-piece kings Liverpool can still achieve 'something beautiful' 28 Feb 2026, 8:38 pm

Liverpool boosted their Champions League hopes with a 5-2 win against West Ham, helped by three goals from set-pieces in the first half.

'Not the sign of a top team' - Newcastle take huge step backwards 28 Feb 2026, 8:16 pm

Newcastle are languishing in 12th place in the Premier League for a reason - they have conceded 23 goals since they last kept a clean sheet in any competition.

Minister Josh Simons resigns after Labour Together claims 28 Feb 2026, 8:14 pm

Simons faced claims the think tank he used to run commissioned a report which looked into the background of journalists.

Brits red carpet in pictures: Arrivals of Harry Styles, Olivia Dean and Lola Young 28 Feb 2026, 7:46 pm

Stars including Olivia Dean, Lola Young and Rosalía turned out for the Brit Awards in Manchester.

Iran retaliation raises questions about US air defences 28 Feb 2026, 7:34 pm

Iran's strike on US Navy base in Bahrain will worry Washington and its allies in the region.

Celtic & Rangers face double jeopardy in derby like no other 28 Feb 2026, 6:37 pm

BBC Scotland chief sportswriter Tom English sets the scene going into a compelling Old Firm spectacle on Sunday.

Luxury Dubai hotel hit as Iran launches retaliatory strikes across region 28 Feb 2026, 6:15 pm

Smoke and flames rose from Dubai's Fairmont The Palm hotel as civilian targets came under fire along with the US military bases across the Middle East.

US and Israeli strikes on Iran in maps 28 Feb 2026, 6:09 pm

Israel and the US have launched strikes across Iran, with Iran retaliating with strikes across the region.

Burnham would probably have won by-election, Labour deputy leader says 28 Feb 2026, 5:10 pm

Lucy Powell tells the BBC that Labour needs to make more use of the Greater Manchester mayor.

Global News Podcast: US and Israel carry out joint attacks on Iran 28 Feb 2026, 3:18 pm

President Trump confirms a 'major operation' underway as Tehran targets US military bases

We quit our 9-5 jobs and are now living the dream in a caravan 28 Feb 2026, 3:11 pm

The couple have no rent, no bills, plus perks such as free golf membership and cheap bar drinks.

Man appears in court over Churchill statue damage 28 Feb 2026, 2:29 pm

Caspar San Giorgio, 38, appeared at Westminster Magistrate's Court via video-link earlier.

Polanski and Farage don't agree. But they have more in common than you might think 28 Feb 2026, 10:44 am

Despite huge political differences, the Green and Reform leaders have much in common, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

First full Moon of spring set to rise in UK skies this week 28 Feb 2026, 9:50 am

How and when to see the 2026 Worm Moon in March.

The third man who links Andrew with Jeffrey Epstein 28 Feb 2026, 6:00 am

For nearly a decade, David Stern acted as a key conduit between Jeffrey Epstein and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Bill Clinton asked about hot tub photo and testifies he knew 'nothing' of Epstein crimes 28 Feb 2026, 3:43 am

The former president told the committee that he would never have flown on Epstein's plane if he "had any inkling of what he was doing".

Rent tops £1,000 a month in more areas - find out where 28 Feb 2026, 12:14 am

The cost of renting privately has surged in the last five years, but tenants may now see a slowdown.

'It feels like my brain is trying to be the class clown' - the reality of Tourette's 28 Feb 2026, 12:01 am

After a week of Tourette's in the spotlight, BBC News speaks to people with the condition about what it's like to live with.

Captured off guard: The art of the snatched backseat car photo 28 Feb 2026, 12:00 am

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is the latest in a long line of famous people photographed in the back of a car.

By-Electioncast: Greens Win Gorton and Denton 27 Feb 2026, 8:20 am

Hannah Spencer is the new Green MP for Gorton and Denton.

Dog gives birth to record litter of 17 puppies 27 Feb 2026, 6:06 am

Owners of the two-year-old Irish Setter called Marigold say she has recovered well from the births.

Award-winning short thriller set on a farm 27 Feb 2026, 6:00 am

Jamie, Ruth's son, threatens to kill his parents if they don't give him part of the farm.

First writing may be 40,000 years earlier than thought 26 Feb 2026, 12:02 pm

Scientists believe they have found evidence of written thoughts of Stone Age people on ancient objects.

Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves star in this action thriller 26 Feb 2026, 1:56 am

An undercover cop pursuing a gang of bank robbers is seduced by the LA surf scene.

Stolen spaniel found by police 160 miles from home 24 Feb 2026, 9:29 am

The brown and white spaniel, called Honey, was handed back to her "very happy" owners, police said.

'I love the look on his face' - The mum who takes her baby on wilderness adventures 22 Feb 2026, 3:43 am

Experienced mountaineer Morag Skelton has taken Hamish on skiing expeditions and an island-hopping camping trip.

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