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Ukraine denies drone attack on Putin's residence 30 Dec 2025, 11:43 am

Russia has accused Ukraine of targeting a presidential residence, which President Zelensky called "typical Russian lies".

French right pushes for national tribute to film star Brigitte Bardot 30 Dec 2025, 11:20 am

A petition for a national homage to Brigitte Bardot - who died on Sunday - attracts more than 23,000 signatures.

Octopus Energy to spin off $8.65bn tech arm Kraken 30 Dec 2025, 11:04 am

The energy firm sells a $1bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger.

A sombre and sobering end to the year - Bunce on fatal crash 30 Dec 2025, 10:59 am

BBC Radio 5 Live's boxing analyst Steve Bunce on the fatal car accident that killed two of Anthony Joshua's close friends.

How South Africa conquered Test cricket in 2025 30 Dec 2025, 10:57 am

BBC Sport reflects on a stellar year for South Africa which threatens to be overshadowed by a lack of home Test cricket.

Turkey detains 357 suspected IS members in nationwide raids 30 Dec 2025, 10:38 am

The arrests come just a day after three police officers were killed during a siege in the town of Yalova.

We’ll use AI to help GB athletes win medals, says UK Sport chair 30 Dec 2025, 10:38 am

Great Britain's Olympic and Paralympic teams are going to need to harness AI and work together more closely in order to continue their success at recent Games, UK Sport chairman Nick Webborn says.

Ice skating duo Torvill and Dean to receive damehood and knighthood 30 Dec 2025, 8:26 am

Ice skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean become a dame and knight in the New Year Honours list, while England women's manager Sarina Wiegman is made an honorary dame.

Torvill & Dean and England boss Wiegman recognised in New Year Honours 30 Dec 2025, 8:26 am

Ice skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean become a dame and knight in the New Year Honours list, while England women's manager Sarina Wiegman is made an honorary dame.

How does the UK honours system work? 30 Dec 2025, 8:11 am

How the New Year, King's Birthday, and other honours are decided and awarded.

Foreign Office orders review of 'failures' in British-Egyptian activist case 30 Dec 2025, 8:08 am

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says she and Sir Keir Starmer were unaware of Alaa Abd El Fattah's "abhorrent" historical tweets.

Anthony Joshua in stable condition after Nigeria car crash that killed two friends 30 Dec 2025, 7:45 am

The British heavyweight boxer suffered minor injuries in the crash, which killed two team members and close friends.

Archer named in England T20 World Cup squad 30 Dec 2025, 7:00 am

Jofra Archer is named in England’s squad for the T20 World Cup despite missing the last two Ashes Tests.

Bereaved mum who is campaigning for law change appointed MBE 30 Dec 2025, 6:06 am

A mum campaigning for better online safety for children is one of 11 Gloucestershire recipients.

Why did Edinburgh become the home of Hogmanay? 30 Dec 2025, 6:01 am

The history of New Year's Eve street parties in Edinburgh goes back centuries.

Bangladesh's first female prime minister Khaleda Zia dies aged 80 30 Dec 2025, 5:14 am

For decades, Zia and ousted PM Sheikh Hasina were bitter rivals - and their feud defined Bangladesh's politics.

Trump hopes to reach phase two of Gaza ceasefire 'very quickly' 30 Dec 2025, 5:04 am

The US president also warns Hamas will have "hell to pay" if it does not disarm, after talks with Netanyahu.

'Is it jury duty? I don't have time for that': Bobby Seagull on receiving MBE letter 30 Dec 2025, 5:02 am

The broadcaster and maths teacher is appointed an MBE for his services to public libraries.

Swedish workers trial 'friendship hour' to combat loneliness 30 Dec 2025, 4:04 am

The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends.

What growing up in war does to a child's brain - and how it really affects them years later 30 Dec 2025, 3:25 am

Fergal Keane has met thousands of traumatised children while reporting on conflicts. Here, he researches the long-term effect on them - and what, if anything, can help.

Idris Elba knighted as Sarina Wiegman and Lionesses lead New Year Honours 30 Dec 2025, 3:07 am

Ice skaters Torvill and Dean, and members of the winning Lionesses and Red Roses receive gongs.

Alpacas, buses and pints: Five laws you may have missed in 2025 30 Dec 2025, 1:34 am

More than 30 new laws have been created this year, including these lesser-known bits of legislation.

Great white sharks face extinction in Mediterranean, say researchers 30 Dec 2025, 1:15 am

Overfishing and illegal fishing are contributing to the loss of sharks, including great whites.

Cabinet Office withdraws Andrew papers after 'error' 30 Dec 2025, 1:04 am

Documents mentioning Andrew were briefly released before being withdrawn from the National Archives.

Do saunas really boost your health? 30 Dec 2025, 1:01 am

Saunas and cold water swims are booming, but what does science actually say about the benefits?

Photographing the hidden world of slime mould 30 Dec 2025, 12:51 am

Meet Barry Webb and his award-winning images of the tiny world of slime mould.

Coups, elections and protests - a difficult year for democracy in Africa 30 Dec 2025, 12:39 am

Post-election violence in Tanzania and more coups were part of a turbulent 12 months on the continent.

Russia's losses in Ukraine rise faster than ever as US pushes for peace deal 30 Dec 2025, 12:12 am

A steep rise in soldiers' obituaries is documented by the BBC as part of its work in counting Russian war losses.

The big acts with new music on the way - what 2026 has in store 30 Dec 2025, 12:05 am

Music correspondent Mark Savage previews the biggest albums, tours and festivals of the coming year.

Littler booed during and after win over Cross 29 Dec 2025, 11:08 pm

Defending champion Luke Littler thanks booing crowd for "paying my prize money" as he battles past previous winner Rob Cross to reach PDC World Championship quarter-finals.

Littler thanks booing crowd for 'paying for my prize money' as he reaches quarter-finals 29 Dec 2025, 11:08 pm

Defending champion Luke Littler thanks booing crowd for "paying my prize money" as he battles past previous winner Rob Cross to reach PDC World Championship quarter-finals.

Oldest Post Office scandal victim made OBE 29 Dec 2025, 10:30 pm

Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.

Cynthia Erivo's journey from nativity play solo to MBE 29 Dec 2025, 10:30 pm

The London-born superstar is made an MBE in the New Year's Honours list for her musical and acting work.

Claudia Winkleman to host new chat show on BBC One 29 Dec 2025, 8:10 pm

It will be produced by So Television, which is also behind Graham Norton's award-winning chat show.

Sutton's predictions v singer-songwriter & Sunderland fan Tom A Smith 29 Dec 2025, 5:17 pm

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer-songwriter and Sunderland fan Tom A Smith - and AI - with his predictions for this week's Premier League fixtures.

Some of the best TV in years is to come 29 Dec 2025, 4:27 am

We look ahead to 18 notable shows and events to look out for in 2026, from drama to sport.

Bold colours and tassels - the style trends set for the high street 28 Dec 2025, 12:54 am

These are some of the biggest trends you can expect to see hitting stores in the new year.

Wuthering Heights and other stand out films 28 Dec 2025, 12:45 am

We look ahead to 20 notable films to watch for in 2026, from Oscar hopefuls to potential blockbusters.

Hotly anticipated books to see you through the year 25 Dec 2025, 1:14 am

Fictional gems, debut thillers, cracking biographies and everything in between.

The Newscast Review of the Year 2025 24 Dec 2025, 12:00 pm

The biggest events of the year and what it was like on the inside as they happened.

Were our 2025 predictions right? 24 Dec 2025, 7:00 am

The Americast team open the annual end-of-year time capsule.

The blockbuster action movie with Tom Holland and Zendaya 23 Dec 2025, 6:00 pm

Peter Parker wants people to forget he is Spider-Man, but Dr Strange’s spell goes wrong.

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