Gran punched by pregnant attacker at funeral disgusted at sentence

Danielle Oliver was given a suspended sentence for her assault on Belinda Stickland, 65, at a wake.

Ukrainians raise flag to show BBC the fight goes on in city claimed by Russia

Ukraine barely has a hold on Pokrovsk, but its forces are keen to show they are still resisting Russia's advance.

Why are Thailand and Cambodia fighting at the border?

The roots of the South East Asian neighbours' dispute go back more than a century.

Does Scotland's 'Instagram Highway' need a reboot?

Highland communities and businesses will have their say on the NC500's future after overtourism concerns.

UN environment report 'hijacked' by US and others over fossil fuels, top scientist says

The US and other governments derailed agreement on a global environment study, it's co-chair says.

Ben & Jerry's brand could be destroyed, says co-founder

Ben Cohen was speaking about his concerns for the independence of Ben & Jerry's board.

Winless Wolves are breaking records - but how bad can things get?

Wolves have had a nightmare start to the Premier League season but can they avoid Derby's unwanted record?

2026 World Cup 'Pride Match' to feature Egypt and Iran

A 2026 World Cup fixture designated by organisers as an LGBTQ+ 'Pride Match' will feature two countries where homosexuality is illegal.

Birds of a Feather star Pauline Quirke's son sets out on 140km dementia charity walk

Charlie Quirke's fundraising walk will take in "iconic" locations from his mum's life and career.

Joey Barton gets suspended sentence over X posts

The ex-footballer sent "grossly offensive" posts about Jeremy Vine, Lucy Ward and Eni Aluko, a court hears.

Elon Musk's X bans European Commission from making ads after €120m fine

The EU regulator had fined the social media platform over its "deceptive" blue tick badges.

Government promises 50,000 new apprenticeships - so how much do you get paid?

Apprentices split their time between training and working - and are paid by their employer.

The story of Britain’s biggest mass poisoning

When tap water turns toxic in Cornwall, a public health disaster leads to accusations of a cover-up

How a high-flyer’s charm became a tool of deception

Unmasking the Somerset high-flyer who conned his school friends and hundreds more.

Salah involved in Liverpool training after outburst

Mohamed Salah takes part in Liverpool's training session on Monday following his explosive interview at the weekend.

I lost £13k after my second-hand EV turned out to be a clone car

Sevak Maljian says he carried out all recommended checks when buying a used car.

Storm Bram named with severe weather warnings for rain and damaging winds

Damaging winds and flooding rain will sweep across the UK on Tuesday with Storm Bram as Simon King explains

Watch: Syrians share their thoughts one year on from the fall of Assad

The BBC's Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega speaks to Syrians about how life has changed since the revolution.

Japan protests after Chinese fighter jets lock radar on Japanese planes

Tokyo has vowed a 'calm and resolute' response as tensions with Beijing continue to escalate.

England's 'Bazball' message dead - Agnew column

If Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum are questioning the mentality of the England players, they need to look at themselves, says Jonathan Agnew.

Woman who blackmailed Son Heung-min gets four years in jail

The woman claiming she was carrying the ex-Tottenham captain's child and extorted $200,000 from him.

Disruption at Heathrow Airport after emergency services attend incident

Trains to and from the airport were halted but are now running with delays, National Rail has said.

'A wonderful miracle' - how Messi & Beckham made Miami shine

In the world of team sport, no-one adores the achievements of its most accomplished individuals more than America's sports-mad fans, writes Guillem Balague.

Police did not mean to imply Jewish community supported Tel Aviv fan ban, force says

A West Midlands Police chief told MPs Jewish community members supported the ban on Maccabi fans.

Atkinson dismissed cheaply as England near second Test defeat

Gus Atkinson is dismissed for three runs after pulling his shot directly to Australia captain Steve Smith at mid-wicket, as England lose their third wicket in four overs to slump to 231-9 on day four of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.

Smith takes 'brilliant catch' to break England's resistance

Steve Smith takes a brilliant diving catch at first slip to dismiss Will Jacks for 41 as Australia take the first wicket of day four in the evening session as England fall to 224-7 in the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.

Pavarotti statue frozen knee-deep in ice rink strikes wrong note in Italy

The opera legend's widow said the town had made an "absurd decision" after it also encouraged skaters to high five the statue.

Severe weather forces closure of storm-hit port terminal

Terminal 5 at Holyhead has been temporarily closed, but the port will maintain a “full sailing schedule”.

Barmy Army go wild as England avoid losing wicket in first over

The travelling fans go wild as England avoid losing a wicket in the first over for the first time in this Ashes series.

Cummins 'good to go' for third Ashes Test

Australia captain Pat Cummins says he will be "good to go" for the third Ashes Test against England after recovering from injury.

Windies hit second-highest fourth-innings total ever to earn epic draw

Justin Greaves scores a Test career-high 202 not out as West Indies frustrate New Zealand to draw the series opener in Christchurch.

'Vibes of Johnson' - Starc continues to 'break England hearts'

Mitchell Starc dominates with bat and ball to put Australia in control of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.

Five takeaways from the blockbuster Netflix-Warner Brothers deal

It might seem like a simple merger deal, but it's got all the ingredients of a Hollywood drama.

How to decorate your Christmas tree to create joy

When you should put the tree up and how whether it's real or fake should change how you decorate it.

Green makes 'huge error' as Carse bowls him for 45 to give England hope

Cameron Green 'gifts' England a wicket, opening up and exposing the stumps to Brydon Carse as Australia sit on 291-4 on day two of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.

They're sweets, but not as you know them - why freeze-dried candy is trending

Big confectionery makers are rolling out freeze-dried sweets after they become an online sensation.

Residents remain out of 200 homes in major incident

Two people were arrested on Thursday before 200 homes were evacuated.

'A wonderful miracle' - how Messi & Beckham made Miami shine

In the world of team sport, no-one adores the achievements of its most accomplished individuals more than America's sports-mad fans, writes Guillem Balague.

Deep-sea mining tests impact over a third of seabed animals, scientists say

The findings contribute to a controversial debate that pits green technology against the environment.

'Absolutely plumb!' - Confident Archer ends Weatherald's innings

Jofra Archer bowls a brilliant yorker to dismiss Jake Weatherald lbw for 72, leaving Australia on 146-2 on day two of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.

'England's finest' - Root hits first century in Australia

Joe Root hits his 40th career Test century, and his first in Australia, as England move on to 256-7 on day one of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.

UK and Norway form naval alliance to hunt Russian submarines

The partnership is designed to protect undersea cables, which Western officials say are increasingly under threat from Moscow.

Watch: Newly released video shows Jeffrey Epstein's private island home

Democrats released a new tranche of materials obtained through a subpoena to the US Virgin Islands, where the residence is located.

Trump and Infantino - too close for comfort?

Friday’s World Cup draw in Washington DC will be the latest illustration of the ever-closer relationship between US President Donald Trump and Fifa president Gianni Infantino.

Porn company fined £1m over inadequate age checks

The penalty imposed on AVS Group Ltd is the biggest handed out so far under the Online Safety Act.

Team GB athletes given AI-based online abuse help

Team GB Olympic and Paralympic athletes are to be offered a new form of artificial intelligence-based protection from online abuse.

Facial recognition could be used more widely by police under plans

A new consultation aims to lead to new laws expanding the use of the technology by more police forces.

Energy investment of £28bn approved by regulator

Ofgem says the investment will help lower reliance on imported gas and make wholesale energy cheaper.

Spotify Wrapped: When will it launch, and other questions answered

The streaming giant gives users a summary of their listening habits every year.

Drunk raccoon found passed out on liquor store floor after breaking in

The intoxicated animal suffered no injuries and was released back into the wild by animal protection once sober.

WBC title bout for Sheeraz after Crawford stripped

Briton Hamzah Sheeraz will fight for the WBC super-middleweight world title after Terence Crawford was stripped of the belt.

How to see Thursday's full Cold Moon, the last supermoon of 2025

Elizabeth Rizzini has all the details of how to see Thursday's full Cold Moon, the last supermoon of 2025.

Mother of Sarah Everard 'still tormented' by murdered daughter's final hours

She says the family has been left with "an overwhelming sense of loss and of what might have been".

Australia leave door open for Cummins return

Australia delay naming their side for the second Ashes Test against England, meaning captain Pat Cummins could make a shock return on Thursday.

Where F1 title may be won and lost in three-way fight

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson looks at the key factors that may decide where the 2025 drivers' title is won and lost.

Injury-time Romero overhead kick rescues point for Spurs

Cristian Romero's superb 95th-minute overhead kick secures a dramatic point for Tottenham Hotspur against Newcastle United to ease the pressure on manager Thomas Frank.

Man charged with theft over claims he swallowed $19k Fabergé egg

The egg, which is set with 60 white diamonds and 15 blue sapphires, has not yet been recovered.

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Chinese and Japanese boats face off near disputed islands as feud worsens

Each side claims to have fended off an incursion in the disputed waters near Taiwan.

What will McLaren do if Verstappen set to win title? F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

'150th Open champion Smith needs more than a cool number plate'

Cam Smith admits "it's in my head" as he tries to deal with his career stalling since winning the 150th Open and then joining LIV, writes Iain Carter.

White House doctor releases Trump's 'perfectly normal' MRI results

The release comes as Democrats have been pushing to see the results amid concerns about Trump's age.

Trio shortlisted for Young Sports Personality

Michelle Agyemang, Luke Littler and Davina Perrin are on the shortlist for the 2025 BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year award.

'Just put on a helmet' - Pope's scooter advice to England

Ollie Pope tells his England team-mates to “put on a helmet” after they were caught riding e-scooters in Brisbane without them.

Fisk injury depletes England options in defence

Liverpool captain Grace Fisk is unavailable for England's final friendly match of the year after picking up a "small calf injury" in training.

US lawmakers demand answers over Hegseth Venezuela boat strike claims

Concern over media reports that the US military carried out a second strike killing survivors on a suspected drug boat prompts a bipartisan inquiry.

'Raise hell' - the fastest bowler you never heard of

The story of Duncan Spencer, the "frighteningly fast" bowler who could have played for England or Australia.

Multiple weather warnings for heavy rain and flooding across the UK

Parts of the UK could see a month's worth of rainfall in just one day.

BBC Scotland HQ evacuated after fire breaks out

Breakfast radio and TV bulletins were suspended after the blaze was detected in a rooftop equipment area at 06:30.

BBC Scotland HQ evacuated after fire breaks out

Breakfast radio and TV bulletins were suspended after the blaze was detected in a rooftop equipment area at 06:30.

Major waste firm warns vapes causing more than one fire a day

Six months after disposable vape ban, waste firm calls for stronger measures to control them being disposed of incorrectly.