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Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says (Mon, 20 Apr 2026)
The PM tells the Commons that if he had known the peer failed security vetting he would not have been appointed.
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Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The prime minister has been back in the Commons after it emerged the Labour peer failed vetting.
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Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".
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Attempted murder charge after car hit pedestrians (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A 30-year-old woman is in a critical condition following the incident on Sunday morning in Soho.
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Spat at, threatened and kidnapped: British Jews tell of rising antisemitism (lun, 20 apr 2026)
British Jews have described to BBC Panorama how they are experiencing a rise in antisemitism.
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Amy Winehouse's dad loses court case over auction (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Mitch Winehouse accused two friends of profiting from items sold at auctions in the United States.
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'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.
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Adoptive father 'sexually abused and smothered baby' (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A man is on trial accused of murdering 13-month-old Preston Davey in Blackpool.
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Outrage over Israeli soldier's vandalism of Jesus statue in Lebanon (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The Israeli military says it views with "great severity" the actions of the soldier, as the US ambassador demands "swift" consequences.
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Days of Our Lives and Starship Troopers actor Patrick Muldoon dies aged 57 (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The actor and producer also appeared in Melrose Place and Saved By the Bell.
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Can Iran and the US find middle ground to make a deal? (lun, 20 apr 2026)
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.
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US releases video of forces seizing Iranian ship (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said.
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Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.
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Tehran will never cede control of Strait of Hormuz, senior Iranian politician tells BBC (dom, 19 apr 2026)
Lyse Doucet speaks to Ebrahim Azizi, who says Iran "will decide the right of passage" through the crucial shipping route.
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Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz? (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?
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'They told me he was dead': Children born near army base learn truth about UK soldier dads (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A DNA and legal project has identified the fathers of 20 children born near a military base in Kenya.
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Desmond Morris, whose book The Naked Ape inspired and scandalised, dies aged 98 (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Morris, who was also a surrealist painter and broadcaster, was best known for his 1967 book The Naked Ape.
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Are insider traders making millions from Trump's announcements? (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.
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India has splurged billions on metro trains. But where are the commuters? (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Without better last-mile connectivity and affordable fares, metro use is unlikely to improve quickly, say experts.
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Frustration, apathy and hope: Birmingham divided as extraordinary election looms (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Is the UK's second city about to see the biggest political shake-up in more than a decade?
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Trump tariff refunds begin but consumers likely to miss out (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Businesses can apply online through a portal for refunds expected to total $160bn.
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Home Office blocks anti-Islam influencer from entering UK (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Valentina Gomez, a US-based influencer, said she intended to travel to the UK to attend a rally next month.
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Super-slim Welsh house sells for just £45,000 (lun, 20 apr 2026)
It's only 7.5m wide but the end of terrace in Rhondda Cynon Taf attracted lots of interest at auction.
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Cashier stole from vulnerable customers to fund trips to Paris, Tuscany and Dubai (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Facebook posts showed Kelly Kershaw skiing and sailing, as well as taking numerous trips abroad.
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Elon Musk snubs interview summons by French prosecutors amid X probe (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The Paris prosecutor's office told the BBC it had "taken note of the absence of the people summoned".
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Police gunfight with favela gang traps 200 tourists on hilltop (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The access route to Morro Dois Irmãos was blocked during the operation in Vidigal, leaving scores of alarmed sightseers stuck on the hill.
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Victory slips away as marathon runner celebrates too soon (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The dramatic end to the Delaware Marathon occurred when the lead runner slowed in celebration before a trailing marathoner sprinted toward the finish line .
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Is The Strait Of Hormuz Actually Open (Or Shut) Right Now? (dom, 19 apr 2026)
Plus, the government digs in over the Mandelson vetting row.
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Have the Democrats found a new strategy to scare Trump? (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Why an oyster fisherman with a controversial past is splitting the Democrats
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F1 makes changes to address new engine rules concerns (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Formula 1 makes a series of rule changes to address concerns about the new engine regulations that were introduced for this season.
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Rose agrees to succeed Iraola at Bournemouth (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Marco Rose agrees to take over at Bournemouth when manager Andoni Iraola leaves at the end of the season.
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'Worst I've seen' - Leicester face relegation again (lun, 20 apr 2026)
BBC Sport takes a look at what Leicester City need in their seemingly doomed fight for Championship survival.
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What to do about Rew? England's dilemma (lun, 20 apr 2026)
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?
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How money is talking as Fitzpatrick turns up volume (lun, 20 apr 2026)
With reports that the LIV money taps may soon be turned off and Matt Fitzpatrick silencing the locals on the PGA Tour, Iain Carter analyses another tumultuous week in golf.
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BBC News

Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The PM tells the Commons that if he had known the peer failed security vetting he would not have been appointed.
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'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.
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Zoologist and author Desmond Morris dies aged 98 (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Morris, who was also a surrealist painter and broadcaster, was best known for his 1967 book The Naked Ape.
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Attempted murder charge after car hits pedestrians (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A 30-year-old woman is in a critical condition following the incident on Sunday morning in Soho.
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Adoptive father 'sexually abused and smothered baby' (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A man is on trial accused of murdering 13-month-old Preston Davey in Blackpool.
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Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".
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Cashier stole from vulnerable customers to fund trips to Paris, Tuscany and Dubai (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Facebook posts showed Kelly Kershaw skiing and sailing, as well as taking numerous trips abroad.
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Amy Winehouse's dad loses court case over auction (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Mitch Winehouse accused two friends of profiting from items sold at auctions in the United States.
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Morrisons store manager says he was sacked for tackling shoplifter (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Sean Egan says the repeated shoplifter became aggressive while being escorted from the supermarket.
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Home Office blocks anti-Islam influencer from entering UK (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Valentina Gomez, a US-based influencer, said she intended to travel to the UK to attend a rally next month.
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Drug driving arrest after boy, 6, killed by car (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A man is held on suspicion of drug driving after the boy was struck in Ellesmere Port.
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I'm learning to swim for an Ironman triathlon in memory of my wife (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Dumfries man Alan Johnstone lost his wife Anneka to a brain tumour when she was aged just 33.
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Super-slim Welsh house sells for just £45,000 (lun, 20 apr 2026)
It's only 7.5m wide but the end of terrace in Rhondda Cynon Taf attracted lots of interest at auction.
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Travelodge 'extremely sorry' for giving stranger key to couple's room (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Woman says she was left feeling shaken and believes the chain needs to do more to improve security.
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Fears for 1,000 breeding toads after reservoir drained by water company (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Volunteers who helped more than 1,500 toads cross a busy road to a breeding ground fear they have died.
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Woman, 86, convicted after car insurance typo error (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The pensioner was criminally prosecuted after she had written one wrong number plate letter.
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London Tube strikes: What you need to know (lun, 20 apr 2026)
London Underground drivers who are RMT members are set to strike in April, May and June over working hours.
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Health visitors call for limits on 'impossible' 1,000-family caseloads (lun, 20 apr 2026)
BBC analysis shows the number of health visitors in England has almost halved in the last 10 years.
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Woman arrested after 14-week-old baby girl dies (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The baby was found at a home in Reddish, Stockport, but later died in hospital, police say.
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Two arrested over Kenton synagogue attack (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A bottle containing a type of accelerant was thrown at the synagogue in Harrow, north-west London.
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Reform pledges to review all asylum claims for past five years if it wins power (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The current Labour government has already announced major crackdowns on immigration, including disrupting gangs.
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Why the UK is preparing for food shortages due to Iran war (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The BBC's Emma Simpson explains why fizzy drinks, salad and meat could be affected by the Gulf conflict.
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Watch: Reporter told to fake domestic abuse claim to remain in the UK (gio, 16 apr 2026)
Some migrants are being encouraged to fabricate abuse allegations in order to stay in the UK.
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Watch: What are Harry and Meghan doing in Australia? (mar, 14 apr 2026)
BBC News journalist Simon Atkinson explains how the couple's tour will be different compared to their last visit.
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The moment large bird of prey is rescued at caravan site (sab, 11 apr 2026)
The footage was captured at Morfa Bychan Holiday Park in Ceredigion.
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Spat at, threatened and kidnapped: British Jews tell of rising antisemitism (lun, 20 apr 2026)
British Jews have described to BBC Panorama how they are experiencing a rise in antisemitism.
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How can I register to vote in May's elections before the deadline passes? (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.
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Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Mandelson vetting row shows Westminster continues to have the power to surprise, writes Chris Mason.
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'I warned of violent attacks before Diane Sindall murder' (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A former detective says he warned of violent attacks in the area but was told not to investigate.
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'They told me he was dead': Children born near army base learn truth about UK soldier dads (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A DNA and legal project has identified the fathers of 20 children born near a military base in Kenya.
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Inside the Crucible: Where snooker turns into a marathon of the mind (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Sheffield's Crucible Theatre was a regional arts centre with a polarising reputation before snooker came along, by chance, to make it a globally famous venue. What makes it so special?
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Adoptive father 'sexually abused and smothered baby', court told (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A man is on trial accused of murdering 13-month-old Preston Davey in Blackpool.
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Former Police Ombudsman appointed despite security service concerns, claims DUP leader (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Gavin Robinson made the allegation in the Commons about the former Conservative government’s appointment of Marie Anderson.
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Police hunt for 'dangerous' grandson of woman murdered in street (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Elizabeth Colligan died after being found injured on Cardowan Road, in the Carntyne area of Glasgow.
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Cashier stole from vulnerable customers to fund trips to Paris, Tuscany and Dubai (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Facebook posts showed Kelly Kershaw skiing and sailing, as well as taking numerous trips abroad.
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BBC News

The insider trading suspicions looming over Trump's presidency (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The BBC has found a pattern of spikes in trades ahead of public announcements by the US president.
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Another flight leaves passengers behind due to border delays (lun, 20 apr 2026)
New European border rules have caused delays at airports across the continent, affecting flights.
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Trump tariff refunds begin but consumers likely to miss out (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Businesses can apply online through a portal for refunds expected to total $160bn.
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Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.
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How the Iran war affects your money and bills (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
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Why your recycled clothes could end up in this South American desert (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Old garments from around the world are being discarded in the South American country.
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What's happening to UK petrol and diesel prices? (lun, 20 apr 2026)
UK petrol and diesel prices have started to fall after 46 consecutive days of rises at the pump.
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'Croatia, but cheaper': The quirky holiday spots on trend for 2026 (dom, 19 apr 2026)
Montenegro and Albania are among the places rising in popularity for Britons seeking a holiday away from tourist traps.
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Aer Lingus cancels some flights from summer schedule (dom, 19 apr 2026)
The airline said the "vast majority of customers" are being accommodated on same-day services.
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Faisal Islam: What people in power think the impact of the Iran war will be (sab, 18 apr 2026)
Faisal Islam talks to some of the world's most powerful people about the conflict and the economy.
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Mortgage rates show signs of falling after Iran war peak (sab, 18 apr 2026)
Major lenders make rate reductions as markets take some heart from a possible truce in the Iran war.
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Finance ministers and bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cyber-security weaknesses.
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Tinder and Zoom offer 'proof of humanity' eye-scans to combat AI (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The tech aims to identify people's irises and stop the rise of fake accounts and malicious scams.
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Rising value of Pokémon cards sparks smash and grab crime spree (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Small shops across the UK are being targeted by thieves stealing collectibles worth thousands of pounds.
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UK petrol and diesel prices fall after weeks of rises (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Drivers have seen weeks of increases as the US-Israeli war with Iran pushed up wholesale oil prices.
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AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The Science, Innovation and Technology Secretary this week unveiled a £500m fund to boost British AI firms.
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What is Claude Mythos and what risks does it pose? (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The company's claim the AI tool can outperform humans at some hacking and cyber-security tasks has sparked fears in the financial world.
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Chinese carmaker patents voice-controlled 'in-vehicle toilet' (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Seres' plans show how stiff competition in the EV space is putting pressure on carmakers to innovate.
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Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars seized on UK roads (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Seizure numbers hit a 17-year high as an estimated 300,000 uninsured vehicles are driven each day.
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Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings to step down as chairman (gio, 16 apr 2026)
Hastings set up the company in 1997, when it rented DVDs to customers and delivered by post.
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No issues with UK fuel supply, says Reeves (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The chancellor was speaking at the end of the International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington.
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Europe has 'maybe six weeks of jet fuel left', energy boss warns (gio, 16 apr 2026)
Flights could soon be cancelled if supplies from the Gulf remain blocked, says the International Energy Agency.
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UK economy grew faster than expected in February ahead of Iran war (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The economy saw its biggest monthly rise in more than two years just before the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran.
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UK prepares for food shortages in worst case scenario as Iran war continues (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The UK could face some food shortages by the summer under a worst case scenario drawn up by government officials.
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Cheaper Doritos and Lays helps PepsiCo win back struggling snackers (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The snack giant cut some of its prices by up to 15% ahead of the Super Bowl in February.
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Horse urine perfume: Why online bargains may be dangerous (gio, 16 apr 2026)
Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules.
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Allbirds shares soar 580% after pivot from shoes to AI (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The company is selling off its shoe brand as it plans to shift to providing technology infrastructure.
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Could a digital twin make you into a 'superworker'? (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Firms say digital twins make staff more productive, but are they a potential legal minefield?
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Back to books - Sweden's schools cutting back on digital learning (gio, 16 apr 2026)
Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector.
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Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win? (mar, 14 apr 2026)
With some promising computing companies in the field, could Europe be a leader in quantum tech?
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The Dutch village at risk of being demolished (lun, 13 apr 2026)
Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation.
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'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers (sab, 11 apr 2026)
A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.
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TV for dogs booms but are they watching? (ven, 10 apr 2026)
TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.
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The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison (gio, 09 apr 2026)
Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.
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The US refinery now processing Venezuelan oil (mer, 08 apr 2026)
Chevron is now importing 250,000 barrels of crude per day from Venezuela.
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How the Iran war affects your money and bills (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
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Debt problems in seaside town among UK's worst (lun, 20 apr 2026)
A debt charity believes the town's seasonal job market is in part to blame.
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'My school cannot afford free breakfast club' (dom, 19 apr 2026)
Barbara Middleton says she cannot afford to staff the government's free breakfast clubs.
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'With four jobs in London I couldn't afford rent so I'm going to Manchester' (dom, 19 apr 2026)
Lauren Elcock is among the young Londoners who say rising rents are forcing them to quit the capital.
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I'm a carer but I can't afford to go to work because of fuel prices (dom, 19 apr 2026)
The conflict in the Middle East has caused rapid price rises for both petrol and diesel.
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Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like (dom, 19 apr 2026)
Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
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The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high (sab, 28 mar 2026)
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
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Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly (gio, 26 mar 2026)
The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.
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Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers (ven, 20 mar 2026)
Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
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The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse (dom, 11 gen 2026)
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
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New media space opens in Hull to help city's creatives (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Hull’s creative scene has a new home, with green screens, cameras and a mini radio studio.
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Are insider traders making millions from the Iran war? (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.
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Car recall warning: could yours be at risk of fire? (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Car recall warning: could yours be at risk of fire? Consumer expert Louise Minchin shares the details.
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How to know if you're on an energy price cap tariff (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Martin was shocked to learn how many people didn't know if they were on an energy price cap.
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The fake images behind AI insurance scams (ven, 17 apr 2026)
An insurer reports a 71% rise in fraudulent claims, driven partly by an increase in faked images.
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BBC News

Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The PM tells the Commons that if he had known the peer failed security vetting he would not have been appointed.
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Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The prime minister has been back in the Commons after it emerged the Labour peer failed vetting.
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Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".
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Reform pledges to review all asylum claims for past five years if it wins power (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The current Labour government has already announced major crackdowns on immigration, including disrupting gangs.
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Frustration, apathy and hope: Birmingham divided as extraordinary election looms (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Is the UK's second city about to see the biggest political shake-up in more than a decade?
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'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.
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Home Office blocks anti-Islam influencer from entering UK (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Valentina Gomez, a US-based influencer, said she intended to travel to the UK to attend a rally next month.
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Ex-Scottish Labour leader Dugdale appointed as Stonewall chairwoman (dom, 19 apr 2026)
Dugdale, who is currently chairwoman of Shelter in Scotland, said she was "thrilled and honoured" to secure the post.
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Starmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, ministers say (dom, 19 apr 2026)
The prime minister says he only learned of security concerns around the ex-US ambassador earlier this week.
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'Staggering' I was not told Mandelson failed vetting, says PM (sab, 18 apr 2026)
The PM is facing calls to resign over the revelation that Lord Mandelson did not pass security checks.
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AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The Science, Innovation and Technology Secretary this week unveiled a £500m fund to boost British AI firms.
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UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times - but at what cost? (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The UK is adopting a "ruthlessly pragmatic" approach to becoming closer to its European neighbours, the UK's EU minister tells the BBC.
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Home Office investigating after BBC finds migrants making false claims to stay in UK (gio, 16 apr 2026)
No 10 says the government is working to ensure "anyone potentially abusing our immigration system is held accountable".
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Swinney denies SNP grocery price cap is 'potty gimmick' (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The first minister defends his party's plans to impose a limit on the cost of "essential" items.
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Starmer sacks top Foreign Office official after Mandelson vetting revelations (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Sir Olly Robbins has effectively been sacked after his department did not inform the prime minister that Lord Mandelson had failed security vetting.
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Migrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation finds (gio, 16 apr 2026)
In the third part of an undercover investigation, the BBC reveals how rules aimed at protecting abuse victims are being exploited.
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No issues with UK fuel supply, says Reeves (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The chancellor was speaking at the end of the International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington.
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Minister considers banning over-the-counter flea treatments for pets (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Ministers are considering restricting spot-on treatments and collars to prescriptions from vets and medical professionals.
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UK prepares for food shortages in worst case scenario as Iran war continues (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The UK could face some food shortages by the summer under a worst case scenario drawn up by government officials.
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Things can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bosses (gio, 16 apr 2026)
It comes as the government continues to consult on whether to ban under-16s from social media in the UK.
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UK economy grew faster than expected in February ahead of Iran war (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The economy saw its biggest monthly rise in more than two years just before the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran.
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US war on Iran was a 'mistake', says Reeves (mer, 15 apr 2026)
The chancellor's criticism follows a report that the conflict will hit the UK harder than other big economies.
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Starmer challenged over defence investment plan delay (mer, 15 apr 2026)
The prime minister is facing growing pressure to spell out when the funding blueprint will be published.
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Starmer says he's 'not going to yield' to pressure from Trump on Iran war (mer, 15 apr 2026)
It follows a warning from the US president that America's trade deal with the UK "can always be changed".
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Biometric checks after 179 prisoners released in error in year to March (mer, 15 apr 2026)
New data shows 179 prisoners were set free in error from prisons in the year to March.
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Ex-Labour councillor pleads not guilty to blackmail in 'honeytrap' case (mer, 15 apr 2026)
Oliver Steadman will remain on unconditional bail until the trial in October 2027.
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How do I register to vote in the May 2026 elections? (gio, 19 mar 2026)
Here’s what you need to know about how you register to vote and when.
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Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson mess (sab, 18 apr 2026)
The decision to send Peter Mandelson to Washington has become a scandal that just won't go away for Labour.
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What we know about Mandelson's vetting and security clearance (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.
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Bogus websites, staged protests and pretend atheists: Inside the fake asylum industry (mer, 15 apr 2026)
In the second part of an undercover investigation, the BBC exposes elaborate deceptions being used to bolster fake asylum claims.
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Legal advisers help migrants pose as gay to get asylum, undercover BBC investigation finds (mer, 15 apr 2026)
The BBC exposes a shadow industry charging migrants thousands of pounds to help them cheat the asylum system.
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A simple guide to every new constituency in Wales - and all the election candidates (mer, 15 apr 2026)
How we vote is changing Wales - here's what you need to know about the new Senedd constituencies.
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Criticism of complacency on defence spending will sting government (mar, 14 apr 2026)
The government faces tough questions about the ability to defend the UK, writes Jonathan Beale.
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Messy and unpredictable: What I learned from election tour of the UK (dom, 12 apr 2026)
BBC Radio 5 Live's Matt Chorley talks to voters in England, Scotland and Wales to get the real story on May's elections.
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Is the Trump-Starmer bromance over? (ven, 10 apr 2026)
The disintegration of the pair's friendship has benefits - and the PM is getting steadily more comfortable at taking advantage.
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Comedians tell ministers lack of funding is no laughing matter (dom, 05 apr 2026)
Culture Minister Ian Murray has agreed to work with the comedy industry to boost support after talks.
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Marmalades may need to be relabelled under post-Brexit food deal (ven, 03 apr 2026)
The breakfast favourite will be legally renamed when Britain aligns with new EU labelling rules.
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Why the benefit used by more than 8 million people may not be fit for the future (mar, 31 mar 2026)
Can Universal Credit and the work and benefits system more generally reshape itself to meet a new reality?
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What could six fictional voters teach us about how social media really works? (mar, 31 mar 2026)
On the run-up to a landmark election, we look at what Welsh voters could be seeing on social media.
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Council tax bills in England to rise in April - see how yours compares (mer, 25 mar 2026)
It will rise by 4.9% on average across England from next month, new figures show.
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Why the 7 May elections matter (mar, 24 mar 2026)
BBC's Chris Mason explains what's at stake in the upcoming elections across the UK.
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Chris Mason: How will the UK respond to US court ruling on social media? (gio, 26 mar 2026)
Will the decision of a Los Angeles jury have an impact on the UK government as it considers potential future regulations on social media, writes the BBC's political editor.
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Health, education, tax and more - Has the SNP delivered on its promises at Holyrood? (gio, 26 mar 2026)
As parties draw up their election manifestos, has the SNP ticked off the goals it set out in 2021?
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Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers (ven, 20 mar 2026)
Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
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Faisal Islam: Iran war is having a dramatic effect on the UK economy (gio, 19 mar 2026)
The knock-on effects of the war in the Gulf go beyond a hold on interest rates and are set to reverberate for months.
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Analysis: Is government going wobbly on its migration plans? (gio, 19 mar 2026)
Chris Mason asks if the UK government will stick to its big immigration shake-up or water it down.
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Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Mandelson vetting row shows Westminster continues to have the power to surprise, writes Chris Mason.
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Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes.
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Chris Mason: Ministers have to close asylum loopholes while protecting genuinely vulnerable (gio, 16 apr 2026)
There has been a stickiness to the electorate's concerns about issues of immigration and asylum, Chris Mason writes.
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Chris Mason: Iran war has trapped Labour in a vicious circle (mer, 15 apr 2026)
A subdued economy makes trade-offs and choices over public spending more difficult, Chris Mason writes.
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Chris Mason: How Lammy and Vance's unlikely friendship is being leveraged (mar, 14 apr 2026)
Their relations remain warm just as those between their leaders seems decidedly chilly, Chris Mason writes.
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Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson mess (sab, 18 apr 2026)
The decision to send Peter Mandelson to Washington has become a scandal that just won't go away for Labour.
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As Starmer faces war overseas, his party can't find peace at home (sab, 21 mar 2026)
British politicians tend to stick together during dangerous moments abroad. In 2026? Not so much.
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Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran (mar, 03 mar 2026)
European nations say they want to work better together but have differing priorities
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One giant boys' club? Why Westminster can still feel like a man's world (sab, 14 feb 2026)
The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson has prompted soul searching about women’s role in government, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
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Why China views the UK visit as part of something bigger (mer, 28 gen 2026)
Sir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to Beijing
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Watch: Starmer faces MPs as Mandelson row drags on (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Sir Keir Starmer addressed MPs in the Commons about Peter Mandelson's vetting for his job as US ambassador.
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Why are the 2026 local elections so significant? (ven, 17 apr 2026)
BBC West Midlands political editor Elizabeth Glinka explains the significance of 14 local elections.
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Why Starmer is under renewed pressure over Mandelson scandal (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Political correspondent Harry Farley reports as new information emerges about the former US ambassador's appointment to the role.
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Party leaders say how they engage young people in politics (gio, 16 apr 2026)
Party leaders each face questions from an audience of voters in Llandudno.
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What changes people want to see in Swindon (gio, 16 apr 2026)
We asked what issues people in Swindon cared about most going into the local elections.
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BBC News

Fears for 1,000 breeding toads after reservoir drained by water company (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Volunteers who helped more than 1,500 toads cross a busy road to a breeding ground fear they have died.
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Artemis II crew: 'We left as friends - we came back as best friends' (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The four crew members gave their first press conference since they splashed down nearly a week ago, and emphasised hope and unity.
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Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny
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Butterfly numbers are dropping but here are five species you may see more of (mer, 15 apr 2026)
A warming climate has helped some to flourish, researchers say, but the outlook is troubling.
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New footage shows moment Orion capsule hatch is opened at sea (mar, 14 apr 2026)
Newly released video shows the moment the hatch of Artemis II's Orion capsule is unlocked to a joyful reunion with the four astronauts.
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Golden eagles' return to English skies gets government backing (dom, 12 apr 2026)
The birds could be reintroduced as early as next year following a £1m injection from the government.
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Fire at protected nesting site treated as arson (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Conservationists say the blaze on Sunday evening has destroyed three acres used by nesting birds.
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Nigerian wins global prize for trying to save bats in a country that shuns them (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Many Nigerians associate bats with witchcraft but that did not deter ecologist Iroro Tanshi.
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Fears for 1,000 breeding toads after reservoir drained by water company (lun, 20 apr 2026)
Volunteers who helped more than 1,500 toads cross a busy road to a breeding ground fear they have died.
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'We want to give a voice to Lough Neagh', singers say (dom, 19 apr 2026)
Campaigners gathered at several locations around Lough Neagh to come together to 'Sing for the Lough'.
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'It would break my heart' - wind farm plans leave people divided (dom, 19 apr 2026)
People have contacted BBC Your Voice about plans for onshore wind farms across Wales.
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Artemis II Moon mission lifts children's ambitions (sab, 18 apr 2026)
Seeing Artemis has made space careers a reality for children, says a woman who promotes STEM jobs.
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'Unbelievable adventure': Artemis II crew describes journey (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The crew held its first press conference since splashing down from their historic 10-day mission around the Moon.
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Artemis commander tells BBC about 'powerful' moment crater named after his late wife (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Reid Wiseman’s two daughters were in Nasa’s mission control room for the naming of the “Carroll” crater in honour of the commander’s late wife.
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Artemis II crew: 'We left as friends - we came back as best friends' (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The four crew members gave their first press conference since they splashed down nearly a week ago, and emphasised hope and unity.
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Artemis II crew describes Moon mission and splashdown moment (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The crew held its first press conference since splashing down from their historic 10-day trip.
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Butterfly numbers are dropping but here are five species you may see more of (mer, 15 apr 2026)
A warming climate has helped some to flourish, researchers say, but the outlook is troubling.
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The doomsday seed collectors fighting to save Wales' native species (dom, 12 apr 2026)
Should the apocalypse arrive, Wales as we know it may depend on these two conservationists.
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'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers (sab, 11 apr 2026)
A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.
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What are El Niño and La Niña, and how do they change the weather? (gio, 09 apr 2026)
Global temperatures and rain patterns are affected by a climate phenomenon known as El Niño/La Niña.
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What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself? (mar, 07 apr 2026)
How dangerous is UV radiation and how can you protect yourself when levels are high?
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BBC Inside Science (gio, 16 apr 2026)
What was learnt from the Chernobyl disaster and how has it shaped UK energy production?
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BBC Inside Science (gio, 09 apr 2026)
What have we learnt from Artemis II?
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BBC Inside Science (gio, 02 apr 2026)
Why men have nipples and how gravity slingshots work; your science questions answered.
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BBC Inside Science (lun, 30 mar 2026)
Humans are returning to the Moon - hear about it on the BBC’s space podcast, 13 Minutes
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From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon (dom, 12 apr 2026)
BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle reflects on how it felt to watch history being made.
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The 40 minutes when the Artemis crew loses contact with the Earth (lun, 06 apr 2026)
As the astronauts pass behind the Moon they will experience a moment of silence and solitude as communication with the Earth is blocked.
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First stop, the Moon. Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters (lun, 30 mar 2026)
Lunar discoveries and a space race with China is seeing the US invest time and money to get to the Moon - and beyond.
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Artemis II: Nasa targets early April for Moon mission (gio, 12 mar 2026)
Nasa says technical problems that have delayed the rocket are fixed and it is ready for launch.
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Nasa announces change to its Moon landing plans (ven, 27 feb 2026)
It is adding an extra mission to its Artemis programme before landing astronauts on the Moon.
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Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero (gio, 16 apr 2026)
The question of how important making our electricity clean is to going green is coming under increasing scrutiny
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Higgs boson breakthrough was UK triumph, but British physics faces 'catastrophic' cuts (mer, 18 mar 2026)
Britain is preparing to cancel its contribution to one of the Large Hadron Collider's next major upgrades.
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The science of soulmates: Is there someone out there exactly right for you? (ven, 13 feb 2026)
For many, the idea of soulmates still shapes how love is understood.
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The debate about whether the NHS should use magic mushrooms to treat depression (ven, 02 gen 2026)
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results
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COP30: Trump and many leaders are skipping it, so does the summit still have a point? (lun, 10 nov 2025)
The US president is notably absent from these UN climate talks, as are other world leaders, all of which prompts questions about the purpose of COP today.
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BBC News

Elon Musk snubs interview summons by French prosecutors amid X probe (lun, 20 apr 2026)
The Paris prosecutor's office told the BBC it had "taken note of the absence of the people summoned".
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White House and Anthropic hold 'productive' meeting amid fears over Mythos model (sab, 18 apr 2026)
The discussion is a sign the AI firm's technology may be too critical for even the US government to do without.
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Tinder and Zoom offer 'proof of humanity' eye-scans to combat AI (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The tech aims to identify people's irises and stop the rise of fake accounts and malicious scams.
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What is Claude Mythos and what risks does it pose? (ven, 17 apr 2026)
The company's claim the AI tool can outperform humans at some hacking and cyber-security tasks has sparked fears in the financial world.
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Could a digital twin make you into a 'superworker'? (ven, 17 apr 2026)
Firms say digital twins make staff more productive, but are they a potential legal minefield?
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Things can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bosses (gio, 16 apr 2026)
It comes as the government continues to consult on whether to ban under-16s from social media in the UK.
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Booking.com customers warned of 'reservation hijacking' after hack (mer, 15 apr 2026)
The travel platform said it had changed Pins to protect customers but would not say how many were affected.
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Google to punish sites that trap people in with back button tricks (mer, 15 apr 2026)
The tech giant said it will punish sites that block back button navigation from June.
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Man charged with attempted murder over attack on home of OpenAI's Sam Altman (mar, 14 apr 2026)
The Texas man, who also faces federal felony charges, allegedly had documents advocating for violence against AI executives.
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Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win? (mar, 14 apr 2026)
With some promising computing companies in the field, could Europe be a leader in quantum tech?
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GTA-maker Rockstar Games hacked again but downplays impact (lun, 13 apr 2026)
The incident marks the second time the games giant has been hacked by young, English-speaking hackers.
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Roblox defends expanded age‑checks after parents raise concerns over errors (lun, 13 apr 2026)
With 144m daily users, the gaming company is extending its tech to introduce two age‑specific accounts.
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OpenAI boss Sam Altman's home targeted with Molotov cocktail (ven, 10 apr 2026)
San Francisco police have arrested a 20-year-old suspect after a perimeter gate was set alight.
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Tech Life (mar, 14 apr 2026)
Can pedestrians, runners and cyclists safely share the road with self-driving vehicles?
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Tech Life (mar, 07 apr 2026)
Is there a way to fix AI's problem with trust?
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Tech Life (mar, 31 mar 2026)
Attribution science is becoming an increasingly important tool in climate lawsuits.
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Tech Life (lun, 30 mar 2026)
Humans are returning to the Moon - hear about it on the BBC’s space podcast, 13 Minutes
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Tech Now (sab, 04 apr 2026)
Shiona McCallum tours Blenheim Palace, exploring the tech aiding its restoration.
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Tech Now (sab, 28 mar 2026)
How research linking climate change and extreme weather events is being used in lawsuits.
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Tech Now (sab, 21 mar 2026)
Alasdair Keane visits the underground insect farm turning food waste into animal feed.
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Tech Now (sab, 14 mar 2026)
Paul Carter checks out the newest phones, gadgets and trends from MWC Barcelona.
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