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MSP rules out reintroducing assisted dying bill after election 18 Mar 2026, 12:58 pm

Liam McArthur said it was time to pass the baton to someone else after five years of work on the now-rejected bill.

Afcon final chaos - key questions answered 18 Mar 2026, 12:54 pm

Our Ask Me Anything team look at why the 2025 Afcon final result has been overturned - and what it means.

Senegal government alleges corruption after Morocco awarded Afcon title 18 Mar 2026, 12:54 pm

The Senegalese government calls for an "independent international investigation" at the Confederation of African Football after it stripped Senegal of the Africa Cup of Nations title.

Senegal say 'fight is far from over' after Africa Cup of Nations win overturned 18 Mar 2026, 12:54 pm

The Senegalese government calls for an "independent international investigation" at the Confederation of African Football after it stripped Senegal of the Africa Cup of Nations title.

King greets Nigerian president for first UK state visit in 37 years 18 Mar 2026, 12:47 pm

President Tinubu was also met by the Prince and Princess of Wales at a luxury spa hotel in Windsor.

Ex-MP Crispin Blunt charged with drugs offences 18 Mar 2026, 12:47 pm

The former MP for Reigate is charged after police searches of his home in Horley, Surrey in 2023.

Iranian footballers return home after dropping Australian asylum bids 18 Mar 2026, 12:34 pm

They had initially sought sanctuary after declining to sing Iran's anthem, prompting fears for their safety.

People don't need to buy a vaccine, health secretary says 18 Mar 2026, 12:02 pm

Vaccines are being offered to 5,000 students at the University of Kent, where there is a outbreak, from Wednesday.

Bolton bids to host 'biggest ever' Ryder Cup 18 Mar 2026, 11:41 am

Greater Manchester's mayor hopes funding infrastructure could strengthen Bolton's bid.

Two teenagers missing after car enters river 18 Mar 2026, 11:36 am

Police divers are searching for a male and a female who are unaccounted for.

What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread? 18 Mar 2026, 11:04 am

Two people have died following an "unpredecented" outbreak of meningitis in Kent.

US judge orders Trump administration to reopen Voice of America 18 Mar 2026, 11:01 am

Some 85% of VOA staff were laid off by Trump who accused the international broadcaster of bias.

Dune releases new trailer as it gears up for box office battle with Avengers 18 Mar 2026, 10:33 am

The final part of the sci-fi trilogy is set to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the year.

Why ex-Palace winger Olise is now in Ballon d'Or contention at Bayern 18 Mar 2026, 10:26 am

Michael Olise has been in superb form for Bayern Munich this season, has the French winger put himself in contention for the Ballon d'Or?

Woman who learned to walk again after 130ft fall meets 'incredible' rescuers 18 Mar 2026, 9:26 am

Leah Matthews has been reunited with the teams who saved her from a gorge in Waterfall Country.

Angela Rayner's explosive speech reignites leadership speculation 18 Mar 2026, 9:21 am

The ex-deputy PM did not name Keir Starmer in her attack on Labour's direction and policies - but she did not have to.

Israel strikes and destroys building in heart of Beirut 18 Mar 2026, 9:14 am

There are no known casualties so far from the strike near downtown, as Israel said it targeted a building affiliated with Hezbollah.

Was response to outbreak too slow? 18 Mar 2026, 8:47 am

Questions are being asked about whether the NHS and authorities should have raised the alarm sooner.

Temperatures forecast to reach 20C in warmest day of the year so far 18 Mar 2026, 8:22 am

Temperatures are on the rise again and it will feel like spring has returned.

Dubai withdrawal criticism ridiculous - Sabalenka 18 Mar 2026, 8:07 am

World number one Aryna Sabalenka dismisses criticism of her late withdrawal from the Dubai Championships and says she may not play at the tournament again.

Ukraine faces missile shortage due to Middle East war, says Zelensky 18 Mar 2026, 7:56 am

In an exclusive interview with the BBC, the Ukrainian president says Putin wants a "long war" between the US and Iran.

Celtic's Schmeichel 'could've played last game' 18 Mar 2026, 7:45 am

Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel may have played his "last football game" with surgery required on his shoulder but he is eager to "fight" to regain fitness.

School phone bans not enough to cut screen time alone, researchers say 18 Mar 2026, 7:31 am

New research suggests efforts to suppress screen time need to go further than the school gates to be effective.

The 'anti-Lamine' backed to be one of best in world 18 Mar 2026, 6:18 am

Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall renews hostilities with Barcelona star Lamine Yamal on Wednesday night and team-mate Kieran Trippier believes he has "all the attributes to be one of the best left-backs in the world".

Has the military's investigative crime unit improved justice for sex assault victims? 18 Mar 2026, 6:10 am

The Defence Serious Crime Command (DSCC) removes the complaints process from the chain of command.

'It's not a waste of time' - young people defend the humble gap year 18 Mar 2026, 6:09 am

Gwen and Mia are among thousands of young people each year who opt to take a gap year before university

I've applied for 500 jobs in two months since graduating 18 Mar 2026, 6:05 am

Charlotte Briggs has applied for hundreds of jobs and cannot find work, despite achieving a 2:1 degree.

Adoption system leaves too many parents isolated, government admits after BBC investigation 18 Mar 2026, 5:57 am

The children and families minister for England apologises to families who have received "support from services that isn't good enough".

Death of Ali Larijani deepens crisis at heart of Iran's leadership 18 Mar 2026, 4:36 am

Larijani has long been seen as one of the Islamic Republic's most experienced and influential policy makers.

Mean Girls actress says being cast as Regina George is 'monumental' 18 Mar 2026, 4:25 am

Vivian Panka is the first black actress to play the character full-time in in the UK production of Mean Girls.

Why the B-52s are trading their Love Shack for Downton Abbey 18 Mar 2026, 2:42 am

The new wave pranksters plan a final visit to the UK, with detours to their favourite TV show sets.

Dog owners to face unlimited fines if their pets attack livestock under new law 18 Mar 2026, 2:26 am

Police will have new powers to seize and detain dogs that have attacked or chased farm animals.

Higgs boson breakthrough was UK triumph, but British physics faces 'catastrophic' cuts 18 Mar 2026, 1:57 am

Britain is preparing to cancel its contribution to one of the Large Hadron Collider's next major upgrades.

Trump says Nato making 'foolish mistake' over Iran 18 Mar 2026, 12:35 am

The US president expresses frustration that US allies are not helping secure the Strait of Hormuz.

Total repression and air strikes bring unrelenting dread for Iranians 18 Mar 2026, 12:07 am

Tehran residents tell the BBC they're caught between US-Israeli bombing and an Iranian regime trying to reassert its power.

Ad for AI editing app which said it could 'remove anything' banned 18 Mar 2026, 12:00 am

The UK regulator said the ad condoned "digitally altering and exposing women's bodies without their consent."

Starmer Turns His Attention To Ukraine (Or Tries To) 17 Mar 2026, 8:39 pm

Zelenksy comes to parliament, as Trump hits out at Starmer (again).

Woman describes her symptoms before being rushed to hospital 17 Mar 2026, 7:23 pm

Speaking from her hospital bed, the 21-year-old woman said her symptoms included a headache, hot and cold sweats, achey bones and vomiting.

The Global Story: How does war affect a child’s brain? 17 Mar 2026, 10:00 am

Veteran war reporter Fergal Keane on PTSD among children in conflicts worldwide.

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