February 09, 2018
Starmer vows to fight on after historic Green by-election win
February 27, 2026
The result - in a seat Labour has held for nearly 100 years - heaps further pressure on the PM's position.
Henry Zeffman: Green victory shows insurgent parties are here to stay
February 27, 2026
The party's historic win in Gorton and Denton by-election is clearest sign yet of changing political landscape.
Bill Clinton asked about hot tub photo and testifies he knew 'nothing' of Epstein crimes
February 28, 2026
The former president told the committe that he would never have flown on Epstein's plane if he "had any inkling of what he was doing".
Boy assaulted by birth parents wins campaign for UK child cruelty register
February 27, 2026
Tony Hudgell, who lost both legs after his birth parents assaulted him, has fought to protect children.
Mahmood to press on with immigration reforms despite by-election defeat
February 27, 2026
The home secretary is to double down on plans for Danish-style restrictions on asylum seekers.
Trump 'not thrilled' with Iran after latest talks on nuclear programme
February 27, 2026
President Trump said he was not happy with Iran's stance, but had not yet decided whether to attack.
Anxious days inside Iran as speculation grows of US strikes
February 27, 2026
To many, Iran now seems to be hovering in a tense limbo where everything could change suddenly.
At least 11 killed after military plane carrying banknotes crashes in Bolivia
February 28, 2026
The cargo plane crashed while landing in the city of El Alto, reportedly hitting vehicles on a motorway.
Neil Sedaka, singer of Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, dies at 86
February 27, 2026
A skilled pianist nominated for five Grammy awards, Sedaka wrote hits through the 1950's and 60's.
I Swear director says Baftas 'let down' Tourette's campaigner
February 27, 2026
Kirk Jones says he initially thought a slur shouted during the ceremony was not broadcast.
Rent tops £1,000 a month in more areas - find out where
February 28, 2026
The cost of renting privately has surged in the last five years, but tenants may now see a slowdown.
Cruz Beckham launches music career, having fun amid family drama
February 27, 2026
Can David and Victoria's youngest son escape the "nepo baby" label and find success with his band?
The strange British phenomenon of the snatched backseat picture
February 28, 2026
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is the latest in a long line of famous people photographed in the back of a car.
The Papers: 'Starmer on ropes' and 'nightmare for Labour'
February 28, 2026
The results of the Gorton and Denton by-election and the fallout for Sir Keir Starmer and the Labour party dominate Saturday's papers.
Six things to look out for in tonight's Brit Awards ceremony
February 28, 2026
Will there be a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne? And will Taylor Swift break her losing streak?
'It feels like my brain is trying to be the class clown' - the reality of Tourette's
February 28, 2026
After a week of Tourette's in the spotlight, BBC News speaks to people with the condition about what it's like to live with.
These filmmakers know exactly how to get you hooked on bizarre one-minute dramas
February 27, 2026
The business depends on packing a punch right away because the first five to 10 episodes are free.
Formula 1's new golden age of celebrity may have just begun
February 28, 2026
As the eighth series of Netflix's hugely popular Drive To Survive is released this weekend, has Formula 1 become one big celebrity playground?
Resident Evil is back - can it redefine the survival horror genre once more?
February 28, 2026
Director Koshi Nakanishi says balancing action and horror within the game has been a huge challenge.
Animal charity reported to police after concerns
February 28, 2026
It comes after former Drone to Home volunteers raised concerns about the charity with the BBC.
Blind refugee found dead in New York after being released by immigration authorities
February 28, 2026
Immigration authorities say the Myanmar refugee was dropped at a "warm, safe" location, but New York officials say he was left outside a closed coffee shop.
Trump orders government to stop using Anthropic in battle over AI use
February 28, 2026
The move announced on social media comes after a standoff between Anthropic's boss and the Ministry of Defense.
Tram derails in Milan, leaving two dead and dozens injured
February 27, 2026
The crowded tram was travelling in the centre of Milan at rush hour when it appeared to crash into the side of a building.
Inside the £3.25m castle bought by Celebrity Traitors winner Alan Carr
February 27, 2026
The property in the Borders is described as one of Scotland’s "most important historic houses".
Aid groups in Gaza and West Bank thrown lifeline as Israel court pauses ban threat
February 27, 2026
Dozens of well-known groups faced shutdown under a new Israeli law, although the reprieve might be temporary.
Reform UK reports by-election 'family voting' concerns to police
February 27, 2026
It comes after election observers raised concerns about "extremely high" levels of family voting.
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By-Electioncast: Greens Win Gorton and Denton
February 27, 2026
Hannah Spencer is the new Green MP for Gorton and Denton.
The battle for Texas… can Democrats win it back from Trump?
February 27, 2026
Republican panic as voting starts in the Texas primaries
Award-winning short thriller set on a farm
February 27, 2026
Jamie, Ruth's son, threatens to kill his parents if they don't give him part of the farm.
Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves star in this action thriller
February 26, 2026
An undercover cop pursuing a gang of bank robbers is seduced by the LA surf scene.
Emery's title 'dream' over - but will Villa salvage top-five hopes?
February 27, 2026
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery concedes his Premier League title "dreams" are over, but will the club resurrect their Champions League hopes?
'Baz said play like Sehwag' - an England win that felt like the good times
February 27, 2026
England's win over New Zealand felt a return to the good times under Brendon McCullum but there are only so many times you can go to the well, writes Matthew Henry.
Usyk to defend title against kickboxer in Egypt
February 27, 2026
Oleksandr Usyk will return to the ring in May when he defends his WBC heavyweight title against former kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt.
Wolves beat Aston Villa to avoid Premier League fewest-points record
February 27, 2026
Watch highlights as Wolves dent Aston Villa's Champions League qualification hopes with a 2-0 home win, ensuring they better the worst Premier League points tally set by Derby County.
Messi tackled by pitch invader in Inter Miami game
February 27, 2026
Argentina captain Lionel Messi is hauled to the ground by a pitch invader during Inter Miami's friendly in Puerto Rico.
Chelsea v PSG, Man City v Real & Newcastle v Barca in Champions League last 16
February 27, 2026
Chelsea will play holders Paris St-Germain in the Champions League last 16 while Manchester City will face Real Madrid in the knockout stages for a fifth straight season.
