Wednesday, 31 July 2024

What does Haniyeh's killing mean for Gaza ceasefire?

As Hamas's political leader, Ismail Haniyeh was a key interlocuter in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clly4v4l13vo

Video shows Haniyeh in Iran hours before his death

The Hamas leader was killed in Tehran, after attending the inauguration of President Masoud Pezeshkian.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c724p9pe9z3o

Huw Edwards in court for indecent image hearing

The former BBC newsreader is charged with three counts of making indecent images of children.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cmj260e54x7o

Tuesday, 30 July 2024

Giant Zoom calls fuel record fundraising behind Harris campaign

Big donors helped push Biden out. Now ordinary people have the spotlight as they fundraise for Harris via video calls.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp0843v200lo

Monday, 29 July 2024

Thousands hit by N Korea floods as Kim calls 'emergency'

A photograph taken by state media shows Kim Jong Un travelling through a flooded area in a Lexus.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c84jnn9llgzo

A day in the life of a weather forecaster

Sarah Keith-Lucas takes us through a typical working day at the BBC Weather Centre in London.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/weather/videos/ckmgppzgp3ro

Sunday, 28 July 2024

Convicted rapist Van de Velde booed on Olympic debut

Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde is booed as he makes his Olympic beach volleyball debut to a mixed reaction in Paris.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/olympics/articles/cpd9e0r2dxmo

The Palestinians heading to Paris to represent their people

A small number of Palestinians are going to take part in the Olympics, despite the ongoing war.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz475vdd97qo

Saturday, 27 July 2024

PC to face criminal investigation over airport kick video

A PC is to be investigated over an alleged assault on a man at Manchester Airport, the police watchdog says.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c19ky4z8kjmo

Questions surround German man sentenced to death in Belarus

A heavily choreographed video shows Rico Krieger apparently confessing to planting explosives, but there is no direct evidence shown.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c28eym731zjo

Canadians mourn as Jasper, jewel of the Rockies, burns

The wildfire destruction to Jasper National Park has reverberated across all of Canada.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp68rz0zrrwo

Friday, 26 July 2024

Harris tells Netanyahu it is time to end war in Gaza

The US vice-president says she made clear to the Israeli PM her "serious concerns" about casualties in Gaza.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg3eppp0n57o

Thursday, 25 July 2024

Murray out of Olympic singles but will play doubles

Andy Murray withdraws from the singles in the Olympics but will play doubles in what will be the final event of his career.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/cjr4pzdlk77o

UK getting more hot and more wet days – Met Office

The increase in the number of 'very hot days' of 30C or more has also been dramatic.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c147v82gxp2o

Wednesday, 24 July 2024

GB's Dujardin given provisional ban and out of Games

Charlotte Dujardin, Britain's joint-most decorated female Olympian, has been provisionally suspended by the FEI.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/equestrian/articles/cd16ll5z086o

Tuesday, 23 July 2024

Ukrainian attack on ferry kills one in Russian port

The attack, which left several injured, occurred on a port near the illegally-annexed Crimean peninsula.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgrldn8d65wo

Monday, 22 July 2024

Engravings reveal Pepys' lifelong love of fashion

The diarist's fashion print collection reveals his anxiety about dressing appropriately, says expert.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cxe2xzxl5evo

Hollywood and chart stars praise Biden and rally round Harris

Famous faces are quick to pay tribute to the US president, after he says he won't stand for re-election.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1e5x1yyj5xo

Sunday, 21 July 2024

British woman and husband found dead after trying to cross Atlantic

Sarah Packwood and husband Brett Clibbery had set off from Nova Scotia and were heading for the Azores on their yacht, Theros

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c84jxgy8nmlo

Bangladesh court scraps most job quotas after deadly unrest

More than 100 people have died in the unrest, with at least 50 people killed on Friday alone.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c6p27g628k6o

In photos: Colonial India through the eyes of foreign artists

A show in Delhi showcases colourful, rare artworks of colonial India by well-known foreign artists.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c28ejl4nvgyo

Saturday, 20 July 2024

Who could replace Biden as Democratic nominee?

Several rising stars in the party could enter the 2024 fray if Joe Biden steps aside.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c80ekdwk9zro

Friday, 19 July 2024

Dr Alex George awarded honorary degree

Dr Alex George was "moved to tears" when he received the letter offering him an honorary degree.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cw0yw4pzeepo

Donald Trump's convention speech: ‘I had God on my side’

The former president described the moment he was shot.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002143w

Thursday, 18 July 2024

What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?

It has taken evidence from politicians, officials and experts in London, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-57085964

Ucas scraps personal statements for university admissions

Ucas says the change will encourage applicants from disadvantaged backgrounds to apply to higher education.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cger11kjk1jo

Suspected arson attack in Nice kills 7 including children

Seven people have died, including three children, in a fire that broke out in the early hours of Thursday.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c51yjpmk70go

Wednesday, 17 July 2024

How quickly are prices rising in the UK?

The rate at which prices are rising has fallen from record highs, meeting the 2% target.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12196322

Gay Village mural defaced with homophobic graffiti

A mural of drag star Divina De Campo in Manchester's Gay Village has been defaced.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgr51ey0dyno

Tuesday, 16 July 2024

What is the King's Speech and why is it important?

Charles will deliver the King's Speech as part of the State Opening of Parliament on 17 July 2024.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-32816450

Star speaks about 'distressing' Strictly incidents

Zara McDermott, who was partnered with Graziano Di Prima, says she's "gained the strength" to speak up.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ck5g1d74je6o

Monday, 15 July 2024

England fan does not regret 'Euro winners' tattoo

Dan Thomas has urged other England fans to get their own tattoo ahead of the Euros 2028.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cw0y92zr77do

Car bomb kills Somalis watching Euro final at a cafe

"I saw injured people screaming for help - it was terrifying," one survivor tells the BBC in Mogadishu.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd163e4yll4o

'Serial killer' arrested after bodies found in Kenya dump

The 33-year-old confessed to having killed at least 42 women since 2022, police say.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cql8e90gggno

New dig begins in search for body of UK's first kidnap for ransom victim

Muriel McKay was abducted and murdered more than 54 years ago at a farm in Hertfordshire.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5x2x1xx0zo

Sunday, 14 July 2024

What are the big security threats coming down the track?

Our BBC Security Correspondent, Frank Gardner, looks at the next foreign policy challenges for Starmer's government.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cv2g4pjj2gwo

Saturday, 13 July 2024

MPs' safety 'keeps me awake at night,' says Speaker

Sir Lindsay Hoyle says he has "never seen anything as bad" as the level of threats against MPs.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cl5yj83jq2no

Man arrested after human remains found in suitcase

The 24-year-old was detained by armed officers in Bristol in the early hours of Saturday.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0xj9vlg763o

Friday, 12 July 2024

Can we change how our brains age? These scientists think it’s possible

Lara Lewington searches for the tech secrets that researchers hope will unlock eternal youth.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0www3qvx2zo

As Keir Starmer heads to the US, Labour readies for a possible Trump presidency

If Donald Trump returns to the White House the US could become more isolationist

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn05yyn941qo

Democrats look to Kamala Harris - but could she beat Trump?

As Joe Biden fights to stay as his party's nominee, some say his unpopular vice-president is the right person to take over.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgerg7z9vwro

After France's election shock comes the real power struggle

France’s left-wing bloc has won the election - now the real battle begins, writes Andrew Harding.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0vel0q7jv9o

Thursday, 11 July 2024

Koeman accuses VAR of 'breaking football' after Netherlands exit

Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman criticises the use of video assistant referees for "breaking football" after England were awarded a contentious penalty in their Euro 2024 semi-final on Tuesday.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c4ngd96570zo

Wednesday, 10 July 2024

President's daughter hopes coming out will change anti-gay laws

Brenda Biya says her family in Cameroon was angry when she posted a photo of her kissing a woman.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1we656754eo

The secret hospitals offering criminals new faces

The Philippine hospitals are equipped with hair transplant tools and dental implants.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cv2g7x318r6o

Tuesday, 9 July 2024

What to know as Alec Baldwin's Rust shooting trial begins

The actor maintains he never pulled the trigger, which will be a key claim at the centre of the trial.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz47qr0z17lo

Sunak names new top team as Lord Cameron resigns

The interim shadow cabinet features some new names after 12 former cabinet ministers lost their seats.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crgm3g37klko

Monday, 8 July 2024

UK music needs 'the next Zayn', says Simon Cowell

The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent boss starts his search for the next big UK boyband in Liverpool.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3gwx3x1xllo

India event organiser arrested after fatal crush

Nearly 121 people died in a crush at a religious gathering in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c725dxwdx19o

Sunday, 7 July 2024

PNG minister charged with assault in Australia

Jimmy Maladina says he is cooperating with police following reports of domestic assault.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cyr7x7r26e0o

Saturday, 6 July 2024

Behind the scenes of election night with Sir John Curtice

John Curtice stays awake for 36 hours analysing the election results.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m00216tt

Electioncast Results: Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer

The Labour prime minister makes his first speech in Downing Street.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0j8lrjf

Friday, 5 July 2024

Could the 'flying piano' help transform air cargo?

A Texas start-up is developing cargo gliders that would be towed behind a jet.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0kk4lxe702o

Thursday, 4 July 2024

Mbappe v Ronaldo: Real Madrid galacticos past & future meet

Growing up, Kylian Mbappe had Cristiano Ronaldo posters on his wall. On Friday they will meet as France play Portugal at Euro 2024.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cjl6zr7lp1po

EU hits Chinese electric cars with steep tariffs

The move poses a challenge to Beijing, which hopes EVs will help revive the country's flagging economy.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy99z53qypko

Tracy-Ann Oberman to return to EastEnders

The actress has already started filming for the scenes, which will air in autumn.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd17dg7wj4zo

Wednesday, 3 July 2024

Jeffrey Donaldson sent for trial on sex offence charges

The ex-MP is charged with rape, four counts of gross indecency and 13 counts of indecent assault.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cql8qyqlj2eo

What we know about the India crush that killed 121

The incident that took place during a religious gathering is among the deadliest crushes in India in a decade.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cyr7kjvme44o

Grief and anger after India crush kills 121

Most of the dead were women - killed as crowds left a packed religious gathering in Uttar Pradesh state.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c6p231q5gpro

Tuesday, 2 July 2024

How a Gaza 'stunt' divided Australia's parliament

A senator says she has been "exiled" for voting against her party to recognise Palestinian statehood.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c880l1ddpzgo

Biden says court verdict on Trump undermines rule of law

The US president condemns a Supreme Court ruling that gives his predecessor partial immunity from prosecution.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c51yx1n15y4o

Monday, 1 July 2024

Emotional Usher accepts lifetime achievement award

In his acceptance speech, Usher said "getting here hasn't been easy, but it's been worth it".

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce789wyny88o

Watch: Ed Davey bungee jumps in latest stunt

The Lib Dem leader takes part in the extreme activity as part of his election campaign.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c4ngpj07rpjo

Glastonbury 2024: 15 magical and memorable moments

From Camila Cabello's ice lollies to Dua Lipa's dreams coming true, Glastonbury Festival had it all.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0ve1zn9wlyo

Louis Tomlinson brings TV to Glastonbury to watch England

The singer didn't want to miss out on seeing England play against Slovakia in Euro 2024.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cpd9zjv8kero