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Trump hints tariffs on China may drop as talks set to begin 8 May 2025, 10:01 pm

The US president's comments come as top trade officials from Washington and Beijing are due to meet.

'God loves Peru': Country celebrates new Pope as one of their own 8 May 2025, 9:46 pm

Robert Prevost is a source of pride for many Peruvians, who say he represents their country.

The Papers: US trade deal 'made by Brexit' and 'Holy smoke' 8 May 2025, 9:15 pm

The UK has won the global race to "shake off worst Trump trade tariffs" and a new pope is elected.

Continuity the key for Pope seen as unifier in the Church 8 May 2025, 9:00 pm

The new Pope is seen as someone who could unite traditionalist and progressive within the Church, writes the BBC's religion editor.

UK to announce fresh sanctions on Putin's 'shadow fleet' 8 May 2025, 8:30 pm

Officials say action will be taken against up to 100 oil tankers that have been carrying cargo.

'Enthusiasm and joy' in new Pope's hometown of Chicago 8 May 2025, 8:03 pm

Catholics are surprised and delighted in Chicago, where the church's influence persists despite declining numbers.

Who is Robert Prevost, the new pope? 8 May 2025, 6:30 pm

Pope Leo XIV has supported his predecessor and focus will turn on whether he continues Church reforms.

'There is no truce': Ukraine's soldiers and civilians on Russia's ceasefire 8 May 2025, 6:25 pm

The BBC's Yogita Limaye went to the Donetsk region of Ukraine to speak to soldiers about life on the frontline.

Pope Leo XIV marks new beginning for Catholic Church 8 May 2025, 5:58 pm

Excited crowds gathered in St Peter's Square to witness the historic election of the first American Pope.

Enforced skort rule in camogie 'screams sexism' 8 May 2025, 4:37 pm

The Camogie Association is facing pressure to relax the rule on skorts being mandatory for players.

The 2000s indie heroes who are back and bigger than ever 8 May 2025, 4:31 pm

After being dismissed as "indie landfill", many guitar bands are back with a vengeance after 20 years.

Inside the secretive world of Zara 8 May 2025, 4:30 pm

The BBC's Emma Simpson gets a rare glimpse behind the scenes of how the fashion brand operates.

Moon dust 'rarer than gold' arrives in UK from China 8 May 2025, 4:25 pm

First Moon samples collected in nearly 50 years and loaned by China for the first time are now in the UK.

'It's going to upset a lot of people' - Postecoglou hits back at critics 8 May 2025, 4:22 pm

Ange Postecoglou took aim at Tottenham's critics after they reached the Europa League final as he remains on course to continue his record of wining a trophy in his second season.

NHS plans 'unthinkable' cuts to balance books, health managers say 8 May 2025, 4:20 pm

Diabetes care, rehab centres, end-of-life services and talking therapies at risk in England.

UK must 'do everything' to rebuild trade with EU, says Bank boss 8 May 2025, 4:13 pm

Andrew Bailey told the BBC that as a public official he did not take a view on Brexit, but that reversing the post Brexit hit to UK-EU trade would be "beneficial".

Trauma and survivors’ guilt: First interview with two injured in Nottingham attacks 8 May 2025, 4:12 pm

Sharon Miller and Wayne Birkett were hit by a van driven by Valdo Calocane on 13 June 2023.

Hong Kong pro-China informer: 'Why I've reported dozens of people to police' 8 May 2025, 4:02 pm

Ex-banker Innes Tang has established a hotline for reporting behaviours deemed disloyal to Beijing.

Maresca excited to face 'football dad' in Conference League final 8 May 2025, 3:58 pm

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says he is excited to face his "professional dad" after Manuel Pellegrini-managed Real Betis qualified for the Conference League final.

Humphries edges past Littler for 'extra-special' Leeds win 8 May 2025, 3:49 pm

Luke Humphries beat Luke Littler 6-5 to win his first Premier League night in 10 weeks at Leeds' First Direct Arena.

Chris Mason: Starmer can claim limited win with America deal 8 May 2025, 3:30 pm

The government's diplomatic achievement in sorting this deal before anyone else delivers reprieve to carmakers.

12 from Leinster, two from Wales - the Lions squad in numbers 8 May 2025, 3:30 pm

The numbers in the squad and why Wales can take hope from history as the Lions class of 2025 is revealed.

Man Utd and Tottenham set up ‘titanic battle to salvage season’ 8 May 2025, 3:18 pm

When Manchester United and Tottenham face off it will be the sixth all-English final in a major European competition - with half of them involving Spurs.

Watch: Royals, veterans and politicians attend VE Day thanksgiving service and concert 8 May 2025, 3:10 pm

The service, held at Westminster Abbey, marks 80 years since the end of World War Two in Europe

Behind the smiles: Three things to watch as Xi meets Putin 8 May 2025, 2:56 pm

The BBC’s Laura Bicker explains what to look out for during the Chinese leader's state visit to Russia.

Swiatek breezes through to Italian Open third round 8 May 2025, 2:11 pm

Defending champion Iga Swiatek cruises through to the Italian Open third round with a straight-set win over Elisabetta Cocciaretto.

Bill Gates plans to give away most of his fortune by 2045 8 May 2025, 2:07 pm

Microsoft founder said he will speed up his charitable giving - and accused Elon Musk and Doge of "killing children" through aid cuts.

The First American Pope: Pope Leo XIV 8 May 2025, 1:55 pm

And, how big a deal is US and UK tariff agreement?

Watch: From white smoke to balcony speech, how the new pontiff was unveiled 8 May 2025, 11:30 am

Robert Prevost becomes the first American to be elected pope, following a two-day conclave in Vatican City.

Weekly quiz: Which star showed off her baby bump at the Met Gala? 8 May 2025, 11:06 am

How much attention did you pay to what has been going on in the world over the past seven days?

After-work drinks in decline outside London, peers told 8 May 2025, 9:42 am

A Lords committee hears Thursday is the new Friday for city-centre workers - but only in the capital.

Woman found not guilty of having illegal abortion in UK lockdown 8 May 2025, 8:54 am

Nicola Packer took abortion medicine at home when she was about 26 weeks pregnant, her trial heard.

'A tremendous honour' - Itoje named British and Irish Lions captain 8 May 2025, 6:55 am

Watch as British & Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell names Saracens forward Maro Itoje as captain for the 2025 tour of Australia.

Candles, wreaths, famous faces: VE Day at 80 in pictures 8 May 2025, 5:53 am

Events are taking place across the UK to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two in Europe.

Man charged with stalking former Friends star Jennifer Aniston 8 May 2025, 5:53 am

Jimmy Wayne Carwyle has been charged with stalking and vandalism after the incident at the actor's Hollywood home.

Joe Biden, VE Day and the politics of nostalgia 7 May 2025, 9:00 pm

How should we remember World War Two?

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