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'The older I get, the more I enjoy it' - Mullins etches name in Aintree folklore 11 Apr 2026, 6:28 pm

It is a Grand National to savour for Irish trainer Willie Mullins as he celebrates his third consecutive victory in the race at Aintree - equalling the record set by legendary trainer Vincent O'Brien.

England far from perfect but Red Roses machine marches on 11 Apr 2026, 6:12 pm

England star Ellie Kildunne says a record Women's Six Nations crowd of 77,120 at Allianz Stadium against Ireland is now becoming "the norm".

More than 200 arrests at Palestine Action protest 11 Apr 2026, 5:48 pm

Event organisers said it would show the "resistance" to the ban on the group was "stronger than ever".

Fuel tankers regain access to Irish oil refinery 11 Apr 2026, 5:09 pm

Demonstrations due to high prices caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran are affecting traffic on several roads.

'Big punch in the face' - could Arsenal really blow title from here? 11 Apr 2026, 4:50 pm

Nine points clear with six games to play - could Arsenal still really blow the Premier League title from that position?

US-Iran Peace Talks + Artemis II Returns 11 Apr 2026, 3:56 pm

It’s a historic day.

Coachella kicks off with Sabrina Carpenter and surprise guests 11 Apr 2026, 3:45 pm

The festival in California was also forced to cancel a set by DJ Anyma on Friday because of strong winds.

Grand National 2026: I Am Maximus becomes two-time winner 11 Apr 2026, 3:16 pm

I Am Maximus wins the Grand National for the second time for trainer Willie Mullins at Aintree - pulling off a feat last achieved by Red Rum in doing so.

Woman, 19, killed in dog attack at house 11 Apr 2026, 2:14 pm

A man, 37, is arrested in relation to the incident and remains in custody, police say.

Two teenagers die in M1 crash as 'car leaves bridge' 11 Apr 2026, 1:37 pm

Four people in a minibus were also taken to hospital, Leicestershire Police say.

Eamonn Holmes recovering in hospital after stroke 11 Apr 2026, 12:40 pm

The 66-year-old broadcaster is "responding well to treatment", his employer GB News said in a statement.

Murder arrest over Primrose Hill stabbing 11 Apr 2026, 12:17 pm

Finbar Sullivan, 21, who has been described by his father as "exceptional", was stabbed on Tuesday.

Watch: Beirut residents deal with aftermath of deadly Israeli attacks 11 Apr 2026, 10:10 am

BBC Middle East Correspondent Hugo Bachega hears from people affected by this week's attacks.

NHS to offer second dose of MenB vaccine after Kent outbreak 11 Apr 2026, 8:35 am

Vaccines were offered to thousands of people who may have been exposed, including university students and school pupils in the area.

Artemis crew home safely after completing historic mission to the Moon 11 Apr 2026, 7:53 am

Four astronauts splashed down in the Pacific after a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans.

Concerns after satellite provider restricts Iran images following US pressure 11 Apr 2026, 5:40 am

Planet Labs says it is restricting coverage of Iran and parts of the Middle East indefinitely.

Artemis II: Return to the Moon 11 Apr 2026, 5:00 am

Four astronauts. One historic mission. Venturing further from Earth than ever before.

This idyllic US town was full of police families - and a serial killer in their midst 11 Apr 2026, 1:19 am

For years, rumours swirled about who could be behind the bodies being discovered on the shores of Gilgo Beach.

Your guide to the UK's music festival season for summer 2026 11 Apr 2026, 1:14 am

Glastonbury is having a fallow year but there are huge line-ups at many other festivals this year - and something different if you fancy that too.

JD Vance takes on a perilous mission - could it backfire? 11 Apr 2026, 12:54 am

As the US vice-president leads peace talks with Iran, he must balance warring factions, a demanding boss and his own political future.

Artemis II mission was a triumph. Now comes the hard part 11 Apr 2026, 12:38 am

The mission was almost flawless but there are considerable obstacles ahead before a Moon landing.

Back to Earth: What happens to the Artemis II astronauts now? 11 Apr 2026, 12:38 am

The astronauts will have medical checks and will be reunited with their families.

Final push for votes as challenger to Hungary's Orbán senses victory 11 Apr 2026, 12:17 am

As Péter Magyar's opposition movement leads in the polls, tens of thousands of anti-Orbán supporters fill Heroes' Square in Budapest.

Lyse Doucet: Historic US-Iran talks must bridge deep distrust 10 Apr 2026, 11:46 pm

Face-to-face talks would mark the highest-level engagement between Iran and the US since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Hundreds contact BBC about mystery skin condition 'hell' - but doctors can't agree it exists 10 Apr 2026, 11:41 pm

Some think it's a severe case of eczema. Others say it's a condition called TSW. But doctors are stuck in a dilemma.

The parents using play to stop children getting 'trapped' by screens 10 Apr 2026, 11:41 pm

Researchers say more speech and interaction around children can aid the development of young brains.

I got a £10,000 loan for my nursing degree. Now they say it's an error and I have to pay it back 10 Apr 2026, 11:40 pm

Students and graduates have described their shock at being told they were not eligible for the loans they received.

The five big sticking points in US-Iran talks 10 Apr 2026, 6:13 pm

Peace talks between the US and Iran are due to begin in Pakistan on Saturday.

Six-year-old who called 999 to save mum hailed a hero 10 Apr 2026, 5:01 am

Pearl's mother Carole suffered a bleed on the brain at their home in Croydon last summer.

Unpack all the latest drama from Race Across the World 9 Apr 2026, 7:55 pm

Celebrity superfans and travel expert Alfie Watts join Tyler West to discuss the episode!

Bored retiree creates supersized household objects 9 Apr 2026, 5:17 am

He lives in his home among huge objects including a giant pencil, clothes peg and a 13-amp plug.

Repair Shop restores Britain's first black ballerina's shoes 8 Apr 2026, 2:49 pm

Julie Felix has now had her shoes repaired 40 years after her first professional solo performance.

'Miracle' as lost cat returned home after five years 7 Apr 2026, 5:19 am

Danielle Arme says she "burst into tears" when she heard the news that Bodhi was safe and well.

How young men's lives are influenced by the manosphere 12 Nov 2025, 6:00 am

James Blake enters the manosphere, joining men seeking status, wealth and relationships.

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