UK News
Ground breaking news courtesy of BBC News (World Edition).
Steve Rosenberg: Kremlin's tightening grip on internet fuels public discontent · Friday 24th April at 05:00
Throughout Russia, internet usage has become seriously restricted. Citizens are drawing comparison to Soviet censorship and today's digital blackouts.
Trump tells BBC that King's visit could 'absolutely' help repair relations with UK · Friday 24th April at 03:03
In a phone interview with the BBC's North America editor, the president discussed next week's visit and his relationship with the UK PM.
White House memo claims mass AI theft by Chinese firms · Friday 24th April at 00:58
A memo from Michael Kratsios says firms, mainly in China, are wrongfully distilling US AI models.
White House memo claims mass AI theft by Chinese firms · Friday 24th April at 00:58
A memo from Michael Kratsios says firms, mainly in China, are wrongfully distilling US AI models.
Headscarf with a beret: Muslim designers showcase floral dresses and boxy streetwear in Paris · Friday 24th April at 00:34
Some young attendees say the event demonstrated a more inclusive French culture taking shape.
US soldier charged after winning $400,000 betting on removal of Maduro · Friday 24th April at 00:21
Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says.
From scientist to silk farmer: India's silk industry renewal · Thursday 23rd April at 23:50
Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.
A rumour, a lynching in India and a long wait for justice · Thursday 23rd April at 23:30
A court has convicted 20 people for the 2018 mob lynching of two men falsely accused of kidnapping children.
Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage' · Thursday 23rd April at 23:05
Beatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day's Night.
Meta says it will cut 8,000 jobs as AI spending soars · Thursday 23rd April at 22:56
The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta's largest layoff since 2023.
Meta says it will cut 8,000 jobs as AI spending soars · Thursday 23rd April at 22:56
The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta's largest layoff since 2023.
Singer D4vd had 'significant amount' of child sex abuse images when arrested, prosecutors say · Thursday 23rd April at 22:37
The Tiktok star's attorneys have maintained his innocence and vowed to "vigorously defend" him.
US boards ship carrying Iran oil as Trump threatens mine-laying vessels · Thursday 23rd April at 20:45
Central Command said it has intercepted 33 vessels since imposing a blockade on ships coming to and from Iran.
US government watchdog to investigate Epstein files release · Thursday 23rd April at 20:40
The justice department's inspector general will review the withholding and overdue release of secret files.
Woman killed by bear in Polish forest, son and local government say · Thursday 23rd April at 18:16
In an extremely rare fatal encounter, the 58-year-old was killed as she was walking in a mountainous area, her son told rescuers.
Masked Iranian forces appear to seize ships in staged video · Thursday 23rd April at 18:15
Analysis indicates that parts of the video appear to have been filmed hours after the ships were reportedly seized.
Huge chunk of glacier blocks Everest route in peak climbing season · Thursday 23rd April at 16:52
Sherpas cannot prepare the route to the world's highest peak because a huge block of ice is in the way.
Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount's $111bn takeover · Thursday 23rd April at 16:15
The approval came as Donald Trump is to attend a dinner with billionaire Paramount backers the Ellisons.
South African police chief suspended over $20m health contract · Thursday 23rd April at 16:05
Cyril Ramaphosa said the suspension was because of the critical role Fannie Masemola plays in fighting crime.
More than 500 people killed in Tanzania election violence, inquiry finds · Thursday 23rd April at 15:33
Opposition parties accused security forces but the official report does not say who was responsible.
US-Kuwaiti journalist held in Kuwait over social media posts acquitted, lawyers say · Thursday 23rd April at 15:11
Ahmed Shihab-Eldin reportedly faced charges, including spreading false information, after he re-posted images related to the Iran war.
Two trains collide head-on in Denmark, leaving five critically hurt · Thursday 23rd April at 13:54
The accident happened early on Thursday at a level crossing north of Copenhagen.
MrBeast's company sued by ex-employee over sexual harassment claim · Thursday 23rd April at 13:32
Beast Industries has strongly denied claims of sexual harassment and workplace gender bias.
Trump administration reclassifies cannabis as less dangerous · Thursday 23rd April at 13:32
Medical marijuana was moved into a lower category of drugs in order to increase research and access.
UK Biobank health data listed for sale in China, government confirms · Thursday 23rd April at 11:45
The government said medical data of 500,000 people was affected but no personally identifiable information had been made available.
Pope Leo criticises Equatorial Guinea prisons as he winds up Africa tour · Thursday 23rd April at 11:42
The Pope gives a frank and passionate speech, the likes of which have characterised his tour of Africa.
South African court orders Zambia to return former president's body · Thursday 23rd April at 11:39
Zambia authorities and Edgar Lungu's family are in a dispute over where the former leader's remains should be buried.
In Tehran, money is short and a return to war looms over daily life · Thursday 23rd April at 11:26
The BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from Iran, where the buzz of busy shopping streets masks deep uncertainty over the country's future.
BBC visits migrant camp in northern France as new deal announced · Thursday 23rd April at 09:39
A proposed three-year deal with Paris is aimed at stopping migrants crossing the Channel on small boats.
US Navy chief leaving post 'effective immediately', Pentagon says · Thursday 23rd April at 08:37
Reports say Phelan, whose role was largely administrative, left amid tension over US shipbuilding.
Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in air strike · Thursday 23rd April at 04:25
Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of war crimes after IDF attacks on Red Cross vehicles also stopped rescuers from reaching the site.
Girl, 14, found in singer D4vd's car died of 'multiple injuries' · Thursday 23rd April at 00:39
The medical examiner said the 14-year-old's cause of death was determined months ago but was blocked from release.
He wasn't guilty but delays left this man jailed for five years without trial · Wednesday 22nd April at 23:37
At 17, Rasheed Wasiu was detained as security forces cracked down on protests against police brutality.
China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll · Wednesday 22nd April at 21:23
The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.
Billionaire backer sues Trump family's crypto firm over alleged extortion · Wednesday 22nd April at 18:10
Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.
EU approves €90bn loan for Ukraine as pipeline is turned on ending deadlock · Wednesday 22nd April at 17:48
Ukraine says it has reopened the Druzhba pipeline, after months of stalemate over stalled oil supplies to neighbouring Hungary.
Nigeria's suspected coup plotters deny treason charges · Wednesday 22nd April at 17:33
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced last year when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.
Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights as fuel prices surge · Wednesday 22nd April at 15:00
The airline is the latest to cut flights as the US-Israel war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring.
No cartels involved - but Mexico's pyramid attack prompts new concerns · Wednesday 22nd April at 14:50
The deadly shooting at a popular tourist site weeks before the World Cup has rocked Mexico.
Xbox cuts prices for Game Pass but ends day-one Call of Duty access · Wednesday 22nd April at 12:03
New Call of Duty games will be added to the subscription service "about a year" after release, Microsoft said.
Anthropic investigating claim of unauthorised access to Mythos AI tool · Wednesday 22nd April at 10:13
The AI company has said the model is too dangerous to release publicly because of its hacking capabilities.
UK gaming icon Peter Molyneux on AI, his final creation and a changing industry · Tuesday 21st April at 23:00
The creator of iconic series such as Fable says Masters of Albion will be the last game he makes.
Meta to track workers' clicks and keystrokes to train AI · Tuesday 21st April at 22:47
The firm will take data from the way employees work for its artificial intelligence models.
Tech Life · Tuesday 21st April at 20:15
How to say goodbye and pay tribute to a loved one - with a hologram.
Ofcom investigating Telegram over child sexual abuse material concerns · Tuesday 21st April at 13:59
The popular messaging service told the BBC in a statement it "categorically denies Ofcom's accusations".
How will Apple change under 'product guy' John Ternus? · Tuesday 21st April at 13:35
How Ternus responds to challenges facing Apple will go a long way to deciding the tech giant's future, writes Zoe Kleinman.
New era as Apple names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years · Tuesday 21st April at 05:57
Ternus will take over running the technology giant in September as Cook steps up to become executive chairman.
The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough · Monday 20th April at 23:09
A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work?
Hot air balloon makes emergency landing in California backyard · Monday 20th April at 20:26
"Look at that, wow!" - A couple in Temecula woke up to find a balloon boarded with 13 people behind their home on Saturday.
Blue Origin rocket grounded after satellite 'mishap' · Monday 20th April at 19:56
The firm founded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is investigating the failed launch.
Victory slips away as marathon runner celebrates too soon · Monday 20th April at 16:02
The dramatic end to the Delaware Marathon occurred when the lead runner slowed in celebration before a trailing marathoner sprinted toward the finish line .
Are insider traders making millions from the Iran war? · Monday 20th April at 12:14
The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.
US releases video of forces seizing Iranian ship · Monday 20th April at 07:29
The US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said.
Tech Life · Tuesday 14th April at 21:30
Can pedestrians, runners and cyclists safely share the road with self-driving vehicles?
Tech Life · Tuesday 7th April at 20:00
Is there a way to fix AI's problem with trust?
Tech Now · Saturday 4th April at 01:00
Shiona McCallum tours Blenheim Palace, exploring the tech aiding its restoration.
Tech Life · Tuesday 31st March at 20:00
Attribution science is becoming an increasingly important tool in climate lawsuits.
Tech Now · Saturday 28th March at 01:00
How research linking climate change and extreme weather events is being used in lawsuits.
Tech Now · Saturday 21st March at 01:00
Alasdair Keane visits the underground insect farm turning food waste into animal feed.
Tech Now · Saturday 14th March at 01:00
Paul Carter checks out the newest phones, gadgets and trends from MWC Barcelona.