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February 09, 2018
BBC sacked Scott Mills after learning alleged victim in police investigation was under 16

BBC sacked Scott Mills after learning alleged victim in police investigation was under 16

April 01, 2026

It comes as Mills released a statement saying he had "fully cooperated and responded" with the police investigation in 2018.

UK will seek closer ties with EU in light of Iran war, Starmer says

UK will seek closer ties with EU in light of Iran war, Starmer says

April 01, 2026

It comes as UK-US relations have been strained by the PM's refusal to be dragged further into the Iran war.

Travelodge boss was sent email by sex assault victim

Travelodge boss was sent email by sex assault victim

April 01, 2026

The victim of a sexual assault in a Travelodge - by a man given the key card to her room - sent an email to the chief executive soon after the attack.

The delicate question of where responsibility lies for safety on our mountains

The delicate question of where responsibility lies for safety on our mountains

April 02, 2026

Who is responsible for safety in our mountains?

Doctors lose new jobs package as strike to go ahead

Doctors lose new jobs package as strike to go ahead

April 02, 2026

The offer of 1,000 more training posts has been withdrawn after the union refused to scrap the planned six-day strike.

New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions

New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions

April 02, 2026

Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions 'at the click of a button', the government said.

CPS giving 'investigative advice' to police over Andrew and Mandelson probes

CPS giving 'investigative advice' to police over Andrew and Mandelson probes

April 01, 2026

Police are carrying out inquiries into Lord Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Motability drivers 'horrified' by compulsory black-box trackers

Motability drivers 'horrified' by compulsory black-box trackers

April 02, 2026

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

US Supreme Court appears sceptical of US birthright citizenship challenge

US Supreme Court appears sceptical of US birthright citizenship challenge

April 01, 2026

Trump attended the oral arguments in person on Wednesday, a rare move by a sitting president that underscored the high stakes of the case.

Record monthly rise in petrol and diesel prices, says RAC

Record monthly rise in petrol and diesel prices, says RAC

April 02, 2026

March saw the fastest rise in fuel prices on record in pence per litre, according to the motoring organisation.

'Spectacular!' - BBC journalist's emotional reaction to Artemis II launch

'Spectacular!' - BBC journalist's emotional reaction to Artemis II launch

April 02, 2026

Science editor Rebecca Morelle watched from just three miles away as the most powerful rocket ever built blasted off from Florida.

Suited up and ready to go: Watch the Artemis crew's journey to launch

Suited up and ready to go: Watch the Artemis crew's journey to launch

April 01, 2026

From spacesuit fitting to final communications checks in the rocket, the crew prepared for liftoff to begin their 10-day mission.

'We look at life differently' - the over-70s making their comedy debut

'We look at life differently' - the over-70s making their comedy debut

April 01, 2026

A group of would-be performers have been learning the ropes of stand-up from a professional comedian.

Carol Kirkwood: Why the time is right for me to retire - and what's next

Carol Kirkwood: Why the time is right for me to retire - and what's next

April 02, 2026

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.

'We entered Race Across the World to honour dying wish'

'We entered Race Across the World to honour dying wish'

April 02, 2026

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

Devastated Italians reckon with 'third apocalypse' of World Cup failure

Devastated Italians reckon with 'third apocalypse' of World Cup failure

April 01, 2026

Azzurri fans and management alike are pondering what went wrong after Italy fail to qualify for third World Cup in a row.

The Papers: 'Trump goes to war on Nato' and 'Scott breaks silence'

The Papers: 'Trump goes to war on Nato' and 'Scott breaks silence'

April 02, 2026

The US president's comments on considering withdrawing the US from Nato dominates Thursday's papers.

Bland or fan love letter? The Super Mario Galaxy Movie draws mixed reaction

Bland or fan love letter? The Super Mario Galaxy Movie draws mixed reaction

April 01, 2026

Reviews are in for the sequel to the mega-successful Super Mario Brothers Movie, but not everyone is convinced.

Palantir UK boss says it's up to militaries to decide how AI targeting is used in war

Palantir UK boss says it's up to militaries to decide how AI targeting is used in war

April 01, 2026

The company's AI platform Maven has reportedly been used by the US to identify targets in Iran.

Israel's perpetual war with Iran may be hard to win with military might alone

Israel's perpetual war with Iran may be hard to win with military might alone

April 01, 2026

The war with Iran has not yet resolved any of Israel's regional conflicts in the way its prime minister suggested it would.

Trump to give primetime address on Iran war as questions swirl over his next move

Trump to give primetime address on Iran war as questions swirl over his next move

April 01, 2026

The US president finds himself under growing pressure at home to avoid a protracted conflict.

What do Trump's latest comments on leaving Nato mean for the alliance?

What do Trump's latest comments on leaving Nato mean for the alliance?

April 01, 2026

Trump has criticised Nato members for showing a lack of support for US objectives in Iran.

'You're no longer my sister' - rows erupt as war divides Iranian families

'You're no longer my sister' - rows erupt as war divides Iranian families

April 01, 2026

People in Iran describe angry scenes and tense relationships as rifts open up over the war.

Alleged Bondi gunman loses court bid to suppress names of his family

Alleged Bondi gunman loses court bid to suppress names of his family

April 02, 2026

Lawyers for Naveed Akram had argued his mother, brother and sister live in 'constant fear'.

Rachel Reeves says she's angry at Trump's decision to launch war with Iran

Rachel Reeves says she's angry at Trump's decision to launch war with Iran

April 01, 2026

The chancellor says the US president does not have a "clear plan" to exit the conflict.

Stella McCartney's clifftop 'forever home' gets planning consent

Stella McCartney's clifftop 'forever home' gets planning consent

April 01, 2026

The fashion designer and her husband plan to build the house overlooking a sea loch in the Highlands.

Rescuers abandon hope for whale stranded off German island

Rescuers abandon hope for whale stranded off German island

April 01, 2026

The whale became stranded on a sandbank before it was rescued, only to swim into shallow waters further along the coast.

Two migrants die in Channel crossing attempt

Two migrants die in Channel crossing attempt

April 01, 2026

French authorities rescue eight people who get into difficulty boarding a small boat, but two of them died.

Navy investigated links between nuclear sub commander and MP

Navy investigated links between nuclear sub commander and MP

April 01, 2026

No disciplinary action was taken over the allegations of an inappropriate relationship with Scottish MP Joani Reid.

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Will Trump really leave Nato?

Will Trump really leave Nato?

April 01, 2026

Trump considers leaving Nato, as Starmer says he won't change his position on Iran.

Classic musical comedy about the ups and downs of true love

Classic musical comedy about the ups and downs of true love

March 14, 2026

Musical comedy about an optimistic dance hall hostess who longs for true love.

Bompastor angry with VAR after McCabe hair pull

Bompastor angry with VAR after McCabe hair pull

April 02, 2026

Chelsea boss Sonia Bompastor criticises VAR after Arsenal's Katie McCabe avoids a red card for pulling Alyssa Thompson's hair during their Women's Champions League quarter-final.

Woods declines US Ryder Cup captain role in 2027

Woods declines US Ryder Cup captain role in 2027

April 01, 2026

Tiger Woods turns down the role of United States Ryder Cup captain next year in Ireland, the PGA of America announces, as he steps away from golf following last week's car crash.

Foden not guaranteed World Cup squad spot - Tuchel

Foden not guaranteed World Cup squad spot - Tuchel

April 01, 2026

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden's is not guaranteed a place in England's squad for the 2026 World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel.

How Arsenal are building something 'special' in Europe

How Arsenal are building something 'special' in Europe

April 02, 2026

Arsenal had their fairytale ending in Europe last season - but can they produce something magical again?

Chelsea make biggest pre-tax loss in Premier League history

Chelsea make biggest pre-tax loss in Premier League history

April 01, 2026

Chelsea announce a Premier League‑record pre‑tax loss of £262m for the 2024‑25 season.

Captain Donnarumma vows to restore Italy after heartbreak

Captain Donnarumma vows to restore Italy after heartbreak

April 01, 2026

Italy captain Gianluigi Donnarumma says he "cried because of the enormous sadness" of not being able to lead the national side to the 2026 World Cup.