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Apple names new chief executive to replace Tim Cook 20 Apr 2026, 10:55 pm

John Ternus will take over running the technology giant as Cook steps up to become executive chairman.

Spurs lifeline or good step for West Ham - who's favourite for drop? 20 Apr 2026, 10:54 pm

With five games remaining, BBC Sport looks at which side is most likely to take the third relegation spot.

US singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder in death of missing teen girl 20 Apr 2026, 10:53 pm

Prosecutors say the singer, real name David Anthony Burke, could face life in prison due to the nature of the case, if convicted.

Wilson produces superb fightback to beat Moody, 19 20 Apr 2026, 9:55 pm

Kyren Wilson recovers from 6-2 and 7-3 down by winning seven frames in a row to deny 19-year-old Stan Moody a memorable victory on his World Championship debut at the Crucible.

Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran 20 Apr 2026, 9:52 pm

The US president's comments come amid uncertainty over whether Iran will attend peace talks in Pakistan this week.

Four arrests made during Epsom rape protest 20 Apr 2026, 9:12 pm

Police say there is no evidence immigrants or asylum seekers were involved in the alleged rape.

Home Office blocks anti-Islam influencer from entering UK 20 Apr 2026, 9:03 pm

Valentina Gomez, a US-based influencer, said she intended to travel to the UK to attend a rally next month.

Why Wolves' relegation had been coming after slow decline 20 Apr 2026, 8:56 pm

Wolves have been relegated from the Premier League after just three wins in their first 33 games of the season.

Wolves relegation from Premier League confirmed - and why it had been coming 20 Apr 2026, 8:56 pm

Wolves have been relegated from the Premier League after just three wins in their first 33 games of the season.

Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans 20 Apr 2026, 8:53 pm

Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".

Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized 20 Apr 2026, 8:33 pm

Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.

What we know about the Iranian ship seized by the US 20 Apr 2026, 8:04 pm

The US has intercepted an Iranian ship entering the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, US President Donald Trump has said.

Blue Origin rocket grounded after satellite 'mishap' 20 Apr 2026, 7:56 pm

The firm founded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is investigating the failed launch.

MPs Grill Starmer Over Mandelson (Again) 20 Apr 2026, 7:21 pm

PM defends his actions over the appointment of Mandelson.

Attempted murder charge after car hit pedestrians 20 Apr 2026, 6:33 pm

A 30-year-old woman is in a critical condition following the incident on Sunday morning in Soho.

Trump tariff refunds begin but consumers likely to miss out 20 Apr 2026, 6:25 pm

Businesses can apply online through a portal for refunds expected to total $160bn.

Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says 20 Apr 2026, 6:06 pm

The PM tells the Commons that if he had known the peer failed security vetting he would not have been appointed.

F1 makes changes to address new engine rules concerns 20 Apr 2026, 5:47 pm

Formula 1 makes a series of rule changes to address concerns about the new engine regulations that were introduced for this season.

Police gunfight with favela gang traps 200 tourists on hilltop 20 Apr 2026, 5:34 pm

The access route to Morro Dois Irmãos was blocked during the operation in Vidigal, leaving scores of alarmed sightseers stuck on the hill.

FBI Director Kash Patel files $250m lawsuit against The Atlantic 20 Apr 2026, 5:04 pm

Patel alleges that the magazine published false and harmful claims about his conduct, including accusations of excessive drinking and unexplained absences from duty.

Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement 20 Apr 2026, 5:00 pm

The prime minister has been back in the Commons after it emerged the Labour peer failed vetting.

Adoptive father 'sexually abused and smothered baby' 20 Apr 2026, 4:55 pm

A man is on trial accused of murdering 13-month-old Preston Davey in Blackpool.

What to do about Rew? England's dilemma 20 Apr 2026, 4:25 pm

James Rew's start to the season makes him a strong contender for an England call-up, but how would he fit into the Test team?

Rose agrees to succeed Iraola at Bournemouth 20 Apr 2026, 4:15 pm

Marco Rose agrees to take over at Bournemouth when manager Andoni Iraola leaves at the end of the season.

Cashier stole from vulnerable customers to fund trips to Paris, Tuscany and Dubai 20 Apr 2026, 4:15 pm

Facebook posts showed Kelly Kershaw skiing and sailing, as well as taking numerous trips abroad.

'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve 20 Apr 2026, 4:07 pm

Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.

Days of Our Lives and Starship Troopers actor Patrick Muldoon dies aged 57 20 Apr 2026, 3:51 pm

The actor and producer also appeared in Melrose Place and Saved By the Bell.

Can Iran and the US find middle ground to make a deal? 20 Apr 2026, 3:24 pm

The BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet is reporting from Tehran on condition that none of her material is used on the BBC's Persian Service. These restrictions apply to all international media organisations operating in Iran.

'Worst I've seen' - Leicester face relegation again 20 Apr 2026, 2:32 pm

BBC Sport takes a look at what Leicester City need in their seemingly doomed fight for Championship survival.

Desmond Morris, whose book The Naked Ape inspired and scandalised, dies aged 98 20 Apr 2026, 2:12 pm

Morris, who was also a surrealist painter and broadcaster, was best known for his 1967 book The Naked Ape.

Are insider traders making millions from Trump's announcements? 20 Apr 2026, 12:14 pm

The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.

US releases video of forces seizing Iranian ship 20 Apr 2026, 7:29 am

The US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said.

Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz? 20 Apr 2026, 6:46 am

Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?

Spat at, threatened and kidnapped: British Jews tell of rising antisemitism 20 Apr 2026, 5:00 am

British Jews have described to BBC Panorama how they are experiencing a rise in antisemitism.

Frustration, apathy and hope: Birmingham divided as extraordinary election looms 19 Apr 2026, 11:19 pm

Is the UK's second city about to see the biggest political shake-up in more than a decade?

India has splurged billions on metro trains. But where are the commuters? 19 Apr 2026, 11:12 pm

Without better last-mile connectivity and affordable fares, metro use is unlikely to improve quickly, say experts.

'They told me he was dead': Children born near army base learn truth about UK soldier dads 19 Apr 2026, 11:07 pm

A DNA and legal project has identified the fathers of 20 children born near a military base in Kenya.

Have the Democrats found a new strategy to scare Trump? 17 Apr 2026, 10:55 am

Why an oyster fisherman with a controversial past is splitting the Democrats

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