We can't abolish leasehold outright, housing minister says

Matthew Pennycook rejects criticism the government is dragging its feet on leasehold reform.

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Ex-FBI director James 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.

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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.

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Draper out of French Open with knee injury

Britain's Jack Draper will miss the rest of the clay court season - including next month's French Open - with a knee tendon injury.

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More UK deaths than births expected every year from now on

The UK population is expected to grow at a slower rate than previously thought owing to a sharp fall in migration and declining fertility rates

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Path cleared for Everest climbers after huge ice block

Experts warn there are still risks of further ice collapses, and there are fears climbers will again have to queue to reach the summit.

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Swarm of 10,000 bees settles on bike outside Louvre in Paris

The swarm gathers underneath the saddle of a bike locked to the railings of a metro station.

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'A superstar in the making' - teen's journey from dog-sitting to World Cup

Who is England newcomer Tilly Corteen-Coleman, and what does she offer Charlotte Edwards as the team's third left-arm spinner?

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White House to review Trump's security

Questions have been raised about security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

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French coastguard rescues more than 100 migrants crossing Channel

A boat carrying 106 people broke down at sea, while others were rescued attempting to board the vessel.

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Footballer Lamine Yamal and Coldplay's Chris Martin help Polish influencer raise more than £50m for cancer patients

The YouTuber, Piotr Hancke, had celebrity backing for his nine-day, non-stop livestream.

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Players guilty of misconduct face two-shot penalty

R&A chief executive Mark Darbon says that players guilty of on course misconduct could receive a two-shot penalty at the Open in July.

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Fernandez fires Chelsea to FA Cup final showdown with Man City

Enzo Fernandez' first-half header gives Chelsea a 1-0 win over Leeds United in the semi-final of the FA Cup at Wembley Stadium.

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Sawe runs sub-two-hour marathon in London

Kenya's Sabastian Sawe becomes the first person in history to run a sub-two-hour marathon in race conditions as he wins the 2026 London Marathon.

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Why 'muted' England's dominance prompts concern

England were feeling "muted" after beating Wales but the defending champions remain on course for an eighth straight title.

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Has Salah played last Liverpool game? Slot says 'wait and see'

Liverpool will have to "wait and see" whether Mohamed Salah has played his final game for the club, says manager Arne Slot.

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Key figure in Mandelson vetting row will not appear to give evidence to MPs

The Foreign Affairs Committee says Ian Collard will only be giving evidence in writing.

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Zack Polanski calls for Trump to be 'kicked out' of his Scottish golf courses

Trump International responded calling the Greens leader an "imbecile" after he shared his personal opinion on the Holyrood campaign trail.

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Three Kosovo Serbs jailed over deadly gun battle and monastery siege

Kosovo's court sentences two men to life imprisonment and another to a 30-year term for the 2023 attack.

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Why I stayed at 'struggling' Man Utd and didn't think we'd be third now - Fernandes

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes speaks to club legend Wayne Rooney in a wide-ranging interview.

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Superb Murphy beats Xiao with session to spare

Former winner Shaun Murphy produces a fine performance to thrash China's Xiao Guodong 13-3 and become the first player into the 2026 World Championship quarter-finals.

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Meet the 19-metre octopus that prowled the seas 100 million years ago

Giant octopuses may have ruled the oceans 100 million years ago, according to fossil evidence.

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Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do?

Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.

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Jewish man called 'baby killer' in antisemitic attack

The victim says he feared for his life after being assaulted and subjected to antisemitic abuse.

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Grime artist Skepta cleared of drug-driving charge

The charges are dismissed after a court hears an expert cannot be sure the reading was accurate.

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Moldovan oligarch jailed in $1bn 'theft of the century' case

Vlad Plahotniuc, once Moldova's richest man, was found guilty of partaking in a fraud which involved around 12% of the country's GDP.

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Your pint could come with a surprising health benefit

Beer provides "substantial levels" of vitamin B6 into your diet, according to new research.

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Will anyone turn up in Islamabad for peace talks?

The BBC's Azadeh Moshiri is in Islamabad, where preparations for the peace talks continue, despite no confirmed date.

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O'Sullivan's 'rolling the dice' cue gamble pays off

For some snooker players, changing their cue would be a traumatic experience – not for Ronnie O'Sulivan, who cruised into the last 16 at the Crucible.

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No 10 had 'dismissive attitude' to Mandelson vetting, says sacked Foreign Office chief

Sir Olly Robbins has defended his decision to approve the peer's security clearance for the role.

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Two Palestinians killed during settler attack on West Bank village, officials say

A 14-year-old boy was among those shot dead, according to the mayor of al-Mughayyir.

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O'Sullivan in charge against China's He at Crucible

Ronnie O'Sullivan begins his quest for a record-breaking eighth World Championship title with a dominant opening session against He Guoqiang.

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Bellingham invests in Birmingham Hundred franchise

England and Real Madrid footballer Jude Bellingham purchases a 1.2% stake in Hundred franchise Birmingham Phoenix.

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Adoptive father 'sexually abused and smothered baby'

A man is on trial accused of murdering 13-month-old Preston Davey in Blackpool.

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Can Iran and the US find middle ground to make a deal?

The BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet is reporting from Tehran on condition that none of her material is used on the BBC's Persian Service. These restrictions apply to all international media organisations operating in Iran.

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Home Office blocks anti-Islam influencer from entering UK

Valentina Gomez, a US-based influencer, said she intended to travel to the UK to attend a rally next month.

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F1 makes changes to address new engine rules concerns

Formula 1 makes a series of rule changes to address concerns about the new engine regulations that were introduced for this season.

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Eight children killed in Louisiana shooting, police say

The children, aged from one to 14 years old, were killed in a shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, which police are describing as a "domestic disturbance".

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Eight activists charged after Crown Jewels and The Ritz targeted

Crumble and custard was flung at the Crown Jewels' display case and manure was poured on the floor of hotel in December 2025.

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Joy for Liverpool fans but huge summer ahead for Slot

Liverpool's 100th-minute winner at Everton moves the Reds closer to a Champions League spot - but issues still remain.

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Forest hat-trick hero plunges summer suitors Spurs into deeper danger

Morgan Gibbs-White's hat-trick for Nottingham Forest serves as another painful reminder of Tottenham's failed pursuit of the striker last summer.

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Bayern keen on Villa's Rogers - Sunday's gossip

Bayern Munich are keen on Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, Curtis Jones is preparing to leave Liverpool, and Real Madrid are considering appointing Jose Mourinho again.

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Howe's biggest Newcastle challenge yet? Can he survive?

Newcastle are languishing in 14th place in the Premier League following defeat by Bournemouth. Will manager Eddie Howe turn it around?

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'Rusty' to 'relentless' - Red Roses deliver statement win

Despite being without several World Cup winners, England produce a "relentless" display to thrash Scotland in the Women's Six Nations at Murrayfield.

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Fans feel 'gouged' by £111 World Cup train tickets

The Football Supporters' Association says fans are being "fleeced" and "gouged" by the high cost of train tickets to World Cup games in New Jersey.

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Andrew invited to relinquish Freedom of City

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received the historic honour in 2012 "by virtue of patrimony".

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'My son died alone, scared, and in pain'

A Dudley nursery, its owner and nursery worker are being sentenced over baby Noah Sibanda's death.

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No issues with UK fuel supply, says Reeves

The chancellor was speaking at the end of the International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington.

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Lionel Messi buys fifth-tier Spanish club Cornella

Argentina World Cup winner Lionel Messi becomes the new owner of Catalan club Cornella.

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Biometric checks to be rolled out in prisons after mistaken releases

New data shows 179 prisoners were set free in error from prisons in the year to March.

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Is the US blockade of Iran working?

BBC Verify has been looking into whether the US blockade of Iran near the Strait of Hormuz is working.

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Theatre touring 'in crisis' as performances of plays drop 70%

The steep decline "is likely to reach a critical level without intervention", a report warns.

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Has Trump given up on the midterms?

The president is losing public support over the Iran war.

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Driver jailed after his crane hit mum pushing pram

A man is jailed after Rebecca Ableman, 30, was hit by loose equipment on the back of a truck.

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Southport killer's parents failed in 'moral duty' to report son

Failing to appreciate the danger the killer posed led to "catastrophic consequences", an inquiry finds.

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Trump deletes post depicting him as Jesus-like figure after backlash

Christian allies of the president call the AI-generated image offensive as Trump says he thought it showed him as a doctor.

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Palestine Action group cleared of violent disorder

The three defendants continue to face a charge of criminal damage.

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Anderson inspires Lancashire to dramatic win

James Anderson takes 4-18 as Lancashire dismiss Derbyshire for 108 to win by 29 runs at Old Trafford.

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Dan Walker to appear at tribunal as ex co-host brings bullying claim

ITN, which is also named as a respondent to Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije' case, said it is "denied in full".

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Dozens of Easyjet passengers left stranded in Milan due to border check queues

About 100 people missed their flights because of border control queues at Milan's Linate airport.

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Will Romero's tears become the enduring image of Tottenham's season?

Cristian Romero's tears at Sunderland could prove the lasting image of Tottenham's season if it ends with relegation, writes Phil McNulty.

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Will thrilling Scottish title race be decided on goal difference?

Rangers' 6-3 win over Falkirk extends the Ibrox side's advantage over leaders Heart of Midlothian and Celtic should the Scottish Premiership title be decided on goal difference.

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Scotland celebrate hard-fought victory over Wales

Scotland begin a new era under Sione Fukofuka with a 24-19 victory over Wales in Cardiff in the opening round of the Women's Six Nations.

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England far from perfect but Red Roses machine marches on

England star Ellie Kildunne says a record Women's Six Nations crowd of 77,120 at Allianz Stadium against Ireland is now becoming "the norm".

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More than 200 arrests at Palestine Action protest

Event organisers said it would show the "resistance" to the ban on the group was "stronger than ever".

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Met PC caught making 'appalling' remarks sacked

Charlie Cano was filmed during an undercover Panorama investigation at Charing Cross police station.

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Palestinian shot dead during Israeli settler attack on occupied West Bank village

The killing came as ex-security chiefs warned "government sponsored Jewish terrorism" was out of control.

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'My daughter, 14, was groomed after meeting man on gaming platform Roblox'

The victim's mother was "shocked, bewildered and angry" after finding messages from Carlo Tritta.

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OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation

The project was part of a package of tech investment promising the UK could become an AI superpower.

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Robertson to leave Liverpool at the end of the season

Andy Robertson will leave Liverpool at the end of the season when his contract expires in the summer, the club has announced.

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Transgender women banned from women's PDC darts

The Darts Regulation Authority bans transgender women from competing in its women's events with immediate effect.

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Cardoso takes nine wickets in T20 international

Brazil's Laura Cardoso becomes the first player ever to take nine wickets in a T20 international, recording figures of 9-4 against Lesotho.

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Rowland starts as much-changed England face Ireland

England utility back Helena Rowland will start at inside centre in a much-changed team for their Women's Six Nations opener against Ireland at Allianz Stadium on Saturday.

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Maguire on his major lows and belief he is still one of world's best

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire on how his mum defended him in his lowest moments, his return to form, new contract and bright future

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World Cup winners Packer & Galligan expecting baby

England World Cup winners Rosie Galligan and Marlie Packer announce they are expecting a baby together, with Galligan due to give birth in October.

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Masters tee-times for rounds one and two announced

Find out the tee-times for Thursday and Friday's first two rounds of the Masters at Augusta National in Georgia.

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Bayern face waiting game on 'very special' Kane

Bayern Munich are waiting on the fitness of "very special" Harry Kane to see if he can lead their challenge to overcome Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final.

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Monday Night Club

Mark Chapman and guests debate this week's football.

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Former BOA and Wada executive Reedie dies aged 84

Sir Craig Reedie, the former chair of the British Olympic Association and president of the World Anti-Doping Agency, dies at the age of 84.

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Critchley stars as Essex wrap up big win at Hants

Essex wrap up an innings and 137 run victory at Hampshire as Matt Critchley takes 5-9 to go with his knock of 173.

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Who is Viktor Orban, Hungarian PM fighting to stay in power after 16 years?

Since 2010, Orbán has transformed Hungary into what the European Parliament has denounced as a "hybrid regime of electoral autocracy".

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Liverpool's cup capitulation ramps up pressure on Slot

Nobody would have believed that 12 months on from Liverpool's title win, a fanbase so united behind its team and its manager would be, at best, apathetic as to whether Arne Slot remains in the job.

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What we know so far about the US fighter jet shot down over Iran

The pilot of the downed jet has been safely rescued, but a search and rescue operation is still under way for the jet's second crew member, US media reports.

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Haaland's 'old-school' lesson for Liverpool as FA Cup record falls

Manchester City have beaten Arsenal and taken apart Liverpool in their past two games and Erling Haaland's return to goalscoring form has laid down the gauntlet for the run-in.

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Isak could make injury return against Man City

Alexander Isak could feature in Liverpool's FA Cup quarter-final against Manchester City after missing more than three months through injury.

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McCullum & Key call county coaches amid unrest

England coach Brendon McCullum holds a call with his counterparts and directors from county cricket amid unrest between the domestic and international game.

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Captain Donnarumma vows to restore Italy after heartbreak

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.

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Woods had pills in pocket at crash scene, say police

Tiger Woods had two hydrocodone pills in his pocket as officers observed him acting "lethargic and slow" following his car crash in Florida last week, a police report says.

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