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Lebanon enters talks with Israel but with no cards to play
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:26:46 GMT
The Lebanese government go into peace talks with limited influence over the group. -
Former Nato chief to say UK's national security 'in peril'
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:13:47 GMT
Lord George Robertson will use a speech to accuse "non-military experts in the Treasury" of "vandalism". -
Five key failures of killer's parents and agencies ahead of Southport attack
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:46:41 GMT
Inquiry Chair Sir Adrian Fulford said the Southport attack could have been prevented if authorities and the killer's parents had acted more quickly. -
How Trump’s Jesus-like image and feud with the Pope are sparking backlash
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:45:42 GMT
BBC's Sarah Smith looks at how the president's most ardent supporters are reacting to his latest social media posts. -
Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia for four-day tour
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:14:27 GMT
It is the couple's first visit to Australia since 2018 when they were working royals. -
Oasis among record number of Brits entering Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:09:49 GMT
Sade, Phil Collins, Billy Idol and Joy Division/New Order are also among the recipients. -
Man faces attempted murder charges in attack on home of OpenAI's Sam Altman
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:05:54 GMT
The Texas man, who also faces federal felony charges, allegedly had documents advocating for violence against AI executives. -
BBC joins paramedics on duty in Lebanon after Israeli strikes
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:29:23 GMT
BBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega joins paramedics on duty in Nabatieh - a city that was once vibrant, but is now abandoned. -
Carney secures Liberal majority after special election wins
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:58:20 GMT
After a wave of defections to the Liberals from opposition parties, projected special election victories help solidify the Canadian PM's hold on power. -
Southport killer's parents failed in 'moral duty' to report son, public inquiry finds
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:26:15 GMT
Failing to appreciate the danger the killer posed led to "catastrophic consequences", an inquiry finds. -
Chagos deal paused over Trump opposition, minister confirms
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:15:36 GMT
Legislation ratifying the agreement will not progress this parliamentary term due to a stand-off with the White House. -
US blockade of Iranian ports explained in two minutes
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:33:26 GMT
The BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the US blockade of Iranian ports will work. -
This blockade is a gamble. Will it work?
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:27:43 GMT
The US military is gambling on the blockade denying Iran vital trade - but questions remain on whether the bet will pay off. -
Israelis war-weary but most oppose Iran ceasefire, poll suggests
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:20:08 GMT
The vast majority did not believe Hezbollah or Iran had been severely weakened by weeks of Israeli and US attacks, according to the poll. -
Tracking the ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:37:57 GMT
The first vessel has crossed the Strait of Hormuz after the US imposed a military blockade of Iran's ports. -
Trump threat to Iranian civilians 'wrong', Starmer says
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:46:53 GMT
The PM condemns the US president's threat that a "whole civilisation" would die unless Iran agreed to end the war. -
Doctors' strikes can have surprising benefits - but are they sustainable?
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:06:45 GMT
Some hospital trusts tell the BBC previous action has seen shorter waits, faster decisions and calmer corridors. -
The Papers: 'They didn't have to die' and 'You're not the Messiah'
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:53:07 GMT
Southport murder inquiry findings and Trump deletes Jesus-like AI image lead Tuesday's papers. -
‘I don’t know why they’re coming’: Australians on Harry and Meghan's visit
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:40:20 GMT
The BBC spoke to people in Sydney to hear their thoughts on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s trip to Australia. -
Euphoria is back with more shock and scandal, but mixed reviews
Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:03:12 GMT
Many critics say the third season of the hit HBO drama doesn't live up to its previous heights.