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Allen too good for Williams at Masters, Zhao also through 12 Jan 2026, 9:55 pm

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen wins five frames in a row as he comes from behind to defeat Wales' Mark Williams on day two of the 2026 Masters.

Spurs set to beat Villa to £35m Gallagher 12 Jan 2026, 9:49 pm

Tottenham expect to complete a 40m euros (£35m) deal for former Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher after moving ahead of Aston Villa in the race for the England international's signature.

Four NHS trusts declare critical incidents over high demand 12 Jan 2026, 9:48 pm

The NHS trusts in Surrey, Kent and Sussex cite increased flu and norovirus cases, and staff sickness.

Police to no longer have routine access to rape victims' counselling notes 12 Jan 2026, 9:44 pm

Requests to access victims' personal records can only be granted when necessary and proportionate, under new guidance.

Trump to meet Venezuelan opposition leader Machado at the White House 12 Jan 2026, 8:51 pm

Machado, the winner of 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, had offered to share the honour with Trump, an award the president has long coveted.

Tories say Zahawi peerage request turned down before defection to Reform UK 12 Jan 2026, 8:50 pm

Zahawi is the latest former Conservative MP to join Nigel Farage's party, as a Tory source claims he had approached Kemi Badenoch seeking a nomination for the Lords.

Koepka to make PGA return in January under new scheme 12 Jan 2026, 8:37 pm

Five-time major champion Brooks Koepka will make his comeback on the PGA Tour in January under a new returning member programme, following his departure from LIV Golf.

Americanswers...On 5 Live! What do Americans really think of Donald Trump? 12 Jan 2026, 7:56 pm

And does Trump have a plan for Iran?

'They just kept killing': Eyewitnesses describe deadly crackdown in Iran 12 Jan 2026, 7:54 pm

The BBC has received eyewitness accounts of security forces attacking anti-government protesters across the country.

Why Alonso's reign is over at Real Madrid 12 Jan 2026, 7:54 pm

After Xabi Alonso's departure as Real Madrid manager, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague looks into where it all went wrong.

What a new law and an investigation could mean for Grok AI deepfakes 12 Jan 2026, 7:38 pm

Elon Musk's chatbot is under fire for altering images of women to remove their clothes without their consent.

UK to bring into force law to tackle Grok AI deepfakes this week 12 Jan 2026, 7:31 pm

It is currently illegal to share deepfakes, but the law against creating them has not yet come into force.

Is Carrick the right man for Man Utd? 12 Jan 2026, 6:56 pm

Michael Carrick is favourite to be named Man United's next interim manager. Simon Stone assesses if he is the right fit for the job.

Macclesfield to host Brentford in FA Cup fourth round - see full draw 12 Jan 2026, 6:56 pm

Sixth-tier Macclesfield are rewarded with a home tie against Brentford in the FA Cup fourth round after their shock win over holders Crystal Palace.

The Sadiq Khan Interview 12 Jan 2026, 6:21 pm

Sadiq Khan speaks to Newscast about crime in London, social media and Europe.

Former Conservatives joining Reform is not without risk for Farage 12 Jan 2026, 6:20 pm

Former Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi is the latest - and most senior - figure to defect to Reform UK.

Lyse Doucet: Iran's rulers face biggest challenge since 1979 revolution 12 Jan 2026, 5:53 pm

The authorities are responding to protests with a ferocious security crackdown and near total internet shutdown.

UK not as ready as we need to be for conflict, says military chief 12 Jan 2026, 5:50 pm

Sir Richard Knighton refuses to confirm the existence of a £28bn shortfall in defence spending plans.

'Miracle baby' born in a tree above Mozambique floodwaters dies aged 25 12 Jan 2026, 5:39 pm

Rosita Salvador Mabuiango's mother was sheltering for days before giving birth perched above the water.

Landmark Rohingya genocide case against Myanmar heard at top UN court 12 Jan 2026, 5:35 pm

The Gambia accuses Myanmar's leadership of carrying out "brutal and vicious violations" against the Muslim minority group.

Former Fed chairs condemn criminal investigation into Jerome Powell 12 Jan 2026, 5:27 pm

Three former heads of the central bank say the probe seeks to undermine the Fed's independence and "has no place" in the US.

Manager Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid after eight months 12 Jan 2026, 5:24 pm

Xabi Alonso leaves his position as Real Madrid manager after less than eight months in charge as former Liverpool team-mate Alvaro Arbeloa is appointed as replacement.

Labour MPs urge minister to reject Chinese mega embassy 12 Jan 2026, 5:22 pm

Nine MPs raise security concerns about the proposed site, just days before the deadline for a decision.

Why are there protests and what has Trump said about US action? 12 Jan 2026, 5:00 pm

Hundreds of people are believed to have been killed, as days of large demonstrations threaten the regime. Here's what you need to know.

Watch: Mortuary videos show how deadly Iran crackdown has become 12 Jan 2026, 4:45 pm

BBC Verify has been examining disturbing footage from a mortuary in Tehran, showing scores of bodies. These images could hold clues about what’s happening inside Iran.

Watch: What we know about the crackdown 12 Jan 2026, 4:29 pm

The BBC's diplomatic correspondent, Caroline Hawley, looks into the latest events unfolding in Iran.

Daughter of taxi driver killed in Bolton crash 'in shock' 12 Jan 2026, 2:49 pm

Humayra Ali says her first thought was the fear her father must have felt before he died in Bolton.

Trump faces extraordinary moment in spat with Fed chair 12 Jan 2026, 12:54 pm

Jerome Powell's public response to a DoJ investigation could be a seismic moment for Donald Trump's presidency.

Referee and student among hundreds killed 12 Jan 2026, 12:20 pm

More than 500 people have been killed during anti-government protests, a US-based human rights group says.

Watch: Moment skier and dog swept along by avalanche 12 Jan 2026, 10:47 am

Footage recorded by Spanish skier Ares Masip shows the incident on Pic de l'Hortell, a mountain in Andorra.

Huge Roman villa uncovered under popular park in ‘amazing discovery’ 12 Jan 2026, 6:13 am

The largest Roman villa ever found in Wales lies less than a metre under Margam Country Park.

Vets under increasing pressure to make money for corporate owners, BBC told 12 Jan 2026, 6:03 am

Questions have been raised about whether the pet-care market is giving customers value for money.

Hailee Steinfeld's bump and Jessie Buckley's blue dress - Golden Globes red carpet photos 12 Jan 2026, 2:45 am

Ariana Grande, Hailee Steinfeld and Paul Mescal were among the stars pictured ahead of the ceremony.

Why the NHS still wastes billions on patients who don't need to be in hospital 12 Jan 2026, 12:08 am

The delayed discharge challenge throws up deeper questions about the care system, co-ordination - and whether some patients are over-treated

Revolutionary eye injection saved my sight, says first-ever patient 12 Jan 2026, 12:00 am

Nicki's eye had collapsed in on itself, but a new gel injection method has saved her vision.

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