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Italian FA head and Buffon quit over World Cup failure 2 Apr 2026, 3:44 pm

Gabriele Gravina resigns as head of Italy's football federation after they fail to qualify for a third World Cup in a row, while ex-goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon quits his role with the national team.

Funeral director who kept bodies for months admits 30 counts of preventing lawful burial 2 Apr 2026, 3:27 pm

Robert Bush pleads guilty to charges relating to Legacy Independent Funeral Directors in Hull.

Oil jumps and shares fall after US president address 2 Apr 2026, 3:26 pm

The US president said he'll bring Iran "back to the Stone Age" but gave no detail on ending the war.

Baby shot dead in pram in New York City, police say 2 Apr 2026, 3:20 pm

The seven-month-old child is the unintended victim of a suspected gang-related shooting, officials say.

BBC boss Tim Davie says it was 'very clear' Scott Mills had to go 2 Apr 2026, 3:17 pm

Outgoing BBC boss Davie says on his final day Scott Mills' sacking "was a real shock to the organisation".

Lecturer who called Israel a terrorist state to remain Plaid Cymru candidate 2 Apr 2026, 2:51 pm

Plaid Cymru says that a university lecturer who called Israel a "terrorist state" will remain a candidate.

Fewer UK adults posting on social media, Ofcom finds 2 Apr 2026, 2:38 pm

Some experts believe it highlights a social media shift as platforms boost short video.

Refugee's death after release by US immigration authorities ruled homicide 2 Apr 2026, 2:20 pm

The determination does not imply intent to cause harm or death or indicate criminality.

Ancient golden helmet recovered more than a year after Dutch heist 2 Apr 2026, 2:20 pm

The helmet and three golden bracelets were stolen in January 2025, but one bracelet is yet to be found.

What nearly went wrong on Nasa's space mission - and what still could 2 Apr 2026, 2:04 pm

The Artemis II crew are now hurtling around the Earth's orbit, carrying out final tests and checks before they head towards the Moon.

Iran's focus on survival means same regime still firmly in place 2 Apr 2026, 1:45 pm

Tehran is showing resilience despite Trump's claims of regime change, writes BBC Persian editor Amir Azimi.

Kerr's uncertain future - should Chelsea keep striker? 2 Apr 2026, 1:26 pm

The future of Chelsea striker Sam Kerr remains uncertain - but would it be a wise decision to let her leave on a free transfer this summer?

The $11k World Cup final ticket - what we learned from first open sale 2 Apr 2026, 1:10 pm

The first open sale of tickets for the 2026 World Cup showed Fifa is charging up to $10,990 (£8,333) to be at the final.

Fifa is charging up to $10,990 for World Cup final tickets in first open sale 2 Apr 2026, 1:10 pm

The first open sale of tickets for the 2026 World Cup showed Fifa is charging up to $10,990 (£8,333) to be at the final.

Guardeno in intensive care after collision with vehicle 2 Apr 2026, 1:10 pm

Spanish cyclist Jaume Guardeno is in intensive care after suffering "serious injuries" in a collision with a vehicle.

Iranian Nobel laureate suffered suspected heart attack in prison, family says 2 Apr 2026, 12:44 pm

Narges Mohammadi's brother says he fears her life is in imminent danger and she needs to be transferred to a hospital.

Alpine condemn Colapinto abuse and deny 'sabotage' 2 Apr 2026, 12:40 pm

Alpine condemn the social media abuse targeted at Franco Colapinto and deny the "unfounded" suggestions they are favouring team-mate Pierre Gasly.

UK says Iran holding world economy 'hostage' with Hormuz attacks 2 Apr 2026, 12:34 pm

Yvette Cooper is chairing a virtual summit looking at ways to get energy exports moving through the shipping lane.

Watch: Macron calls Trump's remarks on his marriage 'inelegant' 2 Apr 2026, 12:33 pm

French President Emmanuel Macron has said Donald Trump's comments about his marriage were "neither elegant nor up to standard".

Artemis II is in orbit - what happens next? 2 Apr 2026, 12:20 pm

What are the mission's four astronauts doing and when will they go to the Moon?

King and Queen give away money in ancient Easter tradition 2 Apr 2026, 11:52 am

It is only the second time the Maundy service has been held in Wales in its 800-year history.

Reform housing spokesman sacked over Grenfell remarks 2 Apr 2026, 11:02 am

A group representing the bereaved of Grenfell call Simon Dudley's comments "ignorant and callous".

Storm Dave set to batter UK with gales and blizzards over Easter weekend 2 Apr 2026, 10:57 am

Damage and travel disruption are likely in the north of the UK with a Met Office named storm expected to sweep through on Saturday.

We thought we'd buried my grandma, but her body was still at the funeral home 2 Apr 2026, 10:54 am

Families of the dead tell of the agony caused by "horror show" funeral director Robert Bush.

Club-by-club guide to the 2026 County Championship 2 Apr 2026, 10:19 am

BBC local radio cricket commentators take a look at each County Championship side's prospects for the 2026 season.

Everything you need to know about Nasa's Artemis II mission 2 Apr 2026, 10:08 am

The Artemis II mission is planned to last about 10 days and take its astronauts further into space than anyone has been before.

How a chance meeting shaped Canadian Jeremy Hansen's mission to the Moon 2 Apr 2026, 9:28 am

Inspired by a picture of Neil Armstrong, the Ontario-born astronaut has dreamed of space since he was a child.

Officials correct not to give Amad penalty - panel 2 Apr 2026, 9:14 am

The Premier League's KMI Panel says both referee and VAR were right not to give a penalty to Manchester United's Amad Diallo at Bournemouth.

'Oh my goodness, oh my goodness': Watch BBC science editor react to launch 2 Apr 2026, 8:40 am

Nasa's Artemis II has blasted off and is now orbiting Earth, before continuing on to circle the Moon.

Man dies in Athens storm as Saharan dust shrouds Crete 2 Apr 2026, 7:54 am

A man dies in flooding near Athens as rain lashes several regions in Greece, while a Saharan dust storm enveloped Crete.

Wee collected at festivals could help with a project to grow a new forest 2 Apr 2026, 7:31 am

Scientists behind a project to turn human wee into plant fertiliser hope to grow their first forest.

Blind marathon runner to be guided by smart glasses 2 Apr 2026, 5:05 am

Clarke Reynolds will tackle the Brighton marathon with the help of a network of virtual guides.

Dozens more people tell BBC of 'alarming' safety breaches at Travelodge hotels 2 Apr 2026, 5:02 am

Dozens of people tell their stories to the BBC after a woman was attacked in her hotel bed in 2022.

Anonymous letter-writer could help solve who killed doctor and five children, police say 2 Apr 2026, 4:41 am

Police are keen to speak to the writer of an anonymous letter relating to the arson attack.

Trump leaves key questions unanswered as he seeks to calm nerves over war 2 Apr 2026, 3:22 am

There were some glaring omissions in the US president's primetime address, writes the BBC's Gary O'Donoghue.

Carol Kirkwood: Why the time is right for me to retire - and what's next 2 Apr 2026, 12:42 am

The weather forecast stalwart tells BBC News she's experienced loss in her life recently, but she's looking forward to what's to come.

Doctors lose new jobs package as strike to go ahead 1 Apr 2026, 11:29 pm

The offer of 1,000 more training posts has been withdrawn after the union refused to scrap the planned six-day strike.

Motability drivers 'horrified' by compulsory black-box trackers 1 Apr 2026, 11:09 pm

The boxes will monitor driving habits, such as speed and braking, and will provide a weekly rating.

We entered Race Across the World to honour dying wish 1 Apr 2026, 11:08 pm

Margo Oakley and her brother-in-law Mark Blythen bonded when their sister and wife Julia was terminally ill.

Where responsibility lies when social media inspired mountaineers get into trouble 1 Apr 2026, 11:08 pm

Who is responsible for safety in our mountains?

Trump v Supreme Court: The battle over birthright citizenship 1 Apr 2026, 7:52 pm

The case could affect the legal status of millions of Americans.

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