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News imageJames Comey

Comey surrenders over charge of threatening Trump's life in Instagram post

Prosecutors say a 2025 seashell photo posted by the former FBI director was a call for violence against Trump.

54 mins ago
US & Canada

News imageClose-up shot of sand with a bunch of shells and rocks spelling out 86 and 47

Comey's seashell post got him indicted. But experts are sceptical the government can win

Acting AG Todd Blanche said the case was investigated for months, adding "it's serious when you threaten the president."

1 hr ago
US & Canada
News imageOutgoing Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell wearing a white shirt and dark suit jacket readjusts his glasses while speaking to the press.

Four key takeaways from Jerome Powell's last rate decision as Fed chair

Powell's news conference after holding rates covered the US-Israel war with Iran, inflation, legal attacks, and the Fed's independence

1 hr ago
US & Canada

Supreme Court limits use of race in drawing electoral maps

The decision will make it more difficult to successfully challenge legislative maps for diluting the voting power of racial minorities.

6 hrs ago
US & Canada

King and Queen lay flowers at 9/11 Memorial in New York

King Charles and Queen Camilla on their state visit to the US visit the memorial in New York.

1 hr ago
UK

Stranded whale ferried out of German waters in barge

The final operation to save the whale is being closely followed, after the failure of earlier attempts.

4 hrs ago
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Police release body-worn footage of Golders Green arrest after terrorist incident declared

A 45-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. The victims, aged 76 and 34, are in a stable condition, police say.


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News imageSeveral hands hold computer windows with "X" and exclamation point warning signs over a desktop screen that says "AI" (Credit: Serenity Strull/ BBC/ Getty Images)

Why AI companies want you to be afraid of them

A tech company says it has built a new AI that's so powerful it's too dangerous to release into the world – luckily for us, they're keeping it locked up for now. They just wanted you to know.

News imageClassic Ford Customline automobile displayed outside a motel in Springfield, Missouri (Credit: Serenity Strull/ Getty Images)

Springfield: The Ozarks' city that gave Route 66 its name

Chicago and Santa Monica might be Route 66's iconic endpoints, but Springfield is where the legendary name was born.


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Champions League semi-final: Arsenal draw at Atletico after penalty controversy - reaction

Follow reaction as Arsenal draw 1-1 at Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final.


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News imageQueen Camilla, King Charles, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump stand in line, with the King and Trump conversing, while Melania smiles at the two.

Will King's US visit lead to lasting reset in relations with UK?

As applause fades and banquet plates are cleared, it's up to politicians to build on Charles's historic trip.

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News imageFormer New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, chairman of the National September 11 Memorial, King Charles III and Queen Camilla attend a ceremony at the National September 11 Memorial during a state visit on April 29, 2026 in New York City.

In pictures: King and Queen pay respects at the National September 11 Memorial

King Charles III and Queen Camilla continued their state visit to the US by attending a ceremony at the National September 11 Memorial in New York City.

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The BBC takes a look in charts at what the UAE's departure could mean for the oil cartel and more widely.

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News imageWomen react during the funeral of the victims following a reported strike on a school, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Minab, Iran, March 3, 2026.

Former US officials criticise Pentagon silence on deadly Iran school attack

In the two months since the deadly strike, the US defence department has said only that the incident is under investigation.

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'If it wasn't for us, you'd be speaking French': King and Trump joke at dinner

The King and the US president exchanged several jokes during their speeches at a state banquet.

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There's a ceasefire in Lebanon - but the fighting hasn't stopped

Israel and Hezbollah are still fighting in Lebanon despite a US-brokered ceasefire that began 12 days ago.

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Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.

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What it takes to become one of the world's top-paid nannies

Norland College produces elite child carers who work for royal families and can earn more than doctors.

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How the Golders Green attack unfolded

Two Jewish men were been stabbed in Golders Green, north London, as the Metropolitan Police formally declared it a terrorist incident.

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Jokes, gifts and a state dinner: Washington rolls out red carpet for King and Queen

During the White House state dinner, the King gifted the US president a bell from his WW2 submarine namesake, 'HMS Trump'.

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As the US-Iran has sent the world scrambling for fuel, China is positioned to benefit from its rapid shift into electric vehicles.

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Star Wars to The Devil Wears Prada 2: 10 of the best films to watch this May

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Some young people are trying to revive the landline phone for the digital era. Creator Cat Goetze explains what it's all about.


Travel

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Where to travel in Europe without high costs and massive crowds

From Latvia to the Balkan coast, these destinations offer the beauty, culture and atmosphere travellers want – without the price or crowds.
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New images show suspect taking selfies before Washington press dinner shooting

Prosecutors argue Cole Tomas Allen should remain in custody until trial on a charge of attempted assassination of President Donald Trump.

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News imageAtef Najib, former head of Political Security in Deraa under ousted president Bashar al-Assad, attends a trial session at the Palace of Justice, in Damascus, Syria (26 April 2026)

Syria trial seen as first step on long road for Assad's victims

There were highly charged scenes as former senior regime official, Atef Najib, appeared before a Damascus court.

Hungary's next PM says frozen EU funds will be paid out soon

Scottish influencer reported missing in Morocco found safe, family says

Madagascar detains French national over alleged plot to stir unrest


Business

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Oil price briefly hits $120 after reports of 'extended' Iran blockade

The price of crude oil has swung sharply as uncertainty over the war in the Middle East continues.

What is expected to happen to UK interest rates?

United Arab Emirates to quit oil cartel Opec

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Why Sam Altman and his former hero Elon Musk are taking their toxic feud to court

The battle between the AI big hitters has largely played out on social media. Now it is coming to the courtroom.

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Health

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From the most effective medications to the most common triggers to avoid, we examine science-backed advice that should reduce your seasonal suffering.

How enjoying your food could help you lose weight

Aspirin can reduce the risk of cancer - and we're starting to understand why

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Culture

News imageSir Stephen Fry in a pink shirt, gold tie and maroon jacket, at the premiere of Treasure during the 2024 Tribeca Festival

Stephen Fry sues tech conference for up to £100,000 after falling off stage

The star said he broke his leg, hip, pelvis and a "bunch of ribs" at the CogX convention in 2023.

Tupac's family files wrongful death lawsuit in LA

Laura Dern replaces Helena Bonham Carter in The White Lotus

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Travel

News imageA striking-looking dog, which is a pug and Chinese crested cross, sits on a white pillow on an aeroplane seat in front of a oval window through which the blue sky can be seen. The dog has wild, white fur, a long red tongue and big brown eyes. It is wearing a red hooded jumper.

Petition seeks rules change for pets on planes

A petition to change the rules is being back by the owners of one of Britain’s most famous dogs.

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Watch

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The border town that 'forgot' it was part of the US

In 1967, residents of a US-Mexico border town discovered they weren't Mexican citizens, but were actually American.
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Arts

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The English heiress who masterminded 'one of the largest art heists in history'

Rose Dugdale rejected her privileged background and joined the IRA. In April 1974, reported the BBC, she took part in "one of the largest art heists in history".

The enchanting history of Oxford University's 750-year-old library

10 intimate images of a lost, decadent 1930s Paris

Why this 16th-Century painting isn't what it seems


Earth

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It's 40 years since the Chernobyl disaster. This is what it has meant for wildlife living around the devastated nuclear power plant.

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Humpback whales were nearly wiped out. Now their numbers are skyrocketing

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