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Transgender women banned from women's PDC darts 9 Apr 2026, 10:21 am

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

Pub thief jailed for stealing handbag with £2m Fabergé egg inside 9 Apr 2026, 10:21 am

An "opportunistic" thief is jailed for stealing a handbag from a pub that happened to contain a £2.2m Fabergé egg.

Lebanon thought there was a ceasefire - then Israel unleashed deadly blitz 9 Apr 2026, 10:16 am

Israel says Lebanon is not included in the ceasefire the US agreed to halt the war with Iran.

UK says Russia ran submarine operation over cables and pipelines 9 Apr 2026, 10:09 am

Defence Secretary John Healey says there is "no evidence" of any damage to UK infrastructure in the Atlantic.

OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation 9 Apr 2026, 10:04 am

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

Man jailed after grooming girl he met on gaming platform Roblox 9 Apr 2026, 9:50 am

Carlo Tritta, now aged 19, encouraged the teenage girl to send sexually explicit images of herself.

New Zealand rider Watts banned for mid-race punch 9 Apr 2026, 9:07 am

New Zealander cyclist Kiaan Watts is banned for 25 days by cycling's global governing body after he punched a fellow rider in the head during a race last month.

'Endless fears': Even if fighting stops, the damage to Iran's children will endure 9 Apr 2026, 9:06 am

The BBC has been able to obtain testimony from parents and those trying to help children deal with the distress that comes with war.

Grand National pinstickers' guide to runners 9 Apr 2026, 9:03 am

Runners, riders, trainers and form - all the key details you need to know for Saturday's big race at Aintree.

Jo Malone hopes 'sense will prevail' in lawsuit over use of her name 9 Apr 2026, 8:45 am

The British perfume designer and Zara are being sued by Estée Lauder over a collaboration.

Arsenal's big summer - Arteta contract, £100m for Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly 9 Apr 2026, 8:36 am

Whatever happens this season, Arsenal are facing some big decisions in the summer over Mikel Arteta's contract and their transfer moves.

Woman killed sister and snatched Rolex, court told 9 Apr 2026, 8:20 am

Nancy Pexton, 69, denies murdering her sister Jennifer Abbott Dauward and stealing her Rolex.

French far-right leader romantically linked to Italian princess 9 Apr 2026, 8:05 am

Presidential hopeful Jordan Bardella was pictured on a Corsican beach with Princess Maria Carolina of Bourbon-Two Sicilies.

Canada's Mark Carney 'so proud' of astronauts in call to Artemis II 9 Apr 2026, 7:31 am

Jeremy Hansen received a call from the prime minister as Canada's first astronaut to travel into deep space as part of the Artemis II mission.

US plans to automatically register men for military draft eligibility 9 Apr 2026, 7:22 am

The proposed new rule would end decades of mandatory self-registration for Selective Service in the US.

BTS battle torrential rain to kick off $1bn world tour 9 Apr 2026, 6:59 am

The K-Pop band are battered by the elements as they launch their marathon world tour in Goyang.

Ships remain cautious approaching Strait of Hormuz amid fragile ceasefire 9 Apr 2026, 6:58 am

Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis.

Four people die trying to board boat in Channel crossing attempt 9 Apr 2026, 6:56 am

Authorities say 37 people are being treated in hospital, but around 30 others continued their journeys to the UK.

Petrol and diesel prices rise again as concerns grow over ceasefire 9 Apr 2026, 6:49 am

Motoring groups have warned drivers not to expect a significant drop in costs soon.

Seven games to go - how will De Zerbi try to save Spurs? 9 Apr 2026, 6:36 am

Clubs at risk of relegation tend to hire pragmatic coaches - but Spurs have not done that by appointing Roberto de Zerbi.

Defence secretary interview on Russian submarine operation 9 Apr 2026, 6:24 am

British warship and aircraft deployed to deter Russian submarine action.

Cardoso takes record nine wickets in T20 international 9 Apr 2026, 6:22 am

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

Amazon to end support for older Kindles, prompting user outcry 9 Apr 2026, 6:12 am

The move means owners of Kindles released before 2013 will be unable to download new e-books.

Has US achieved its war objectives in Iran? 9 Apr 2026, 6:11 am

Key US objectives at the start of the war were to stop Iran getting a nuclear weapon and degrading its arsenal.

Britain's 'most beautiful coin' sold for £110,000 9 Apr 2026, 6:03 am

Fewer than 300 of the gold "Una and the Lion" coins were produced, with one found in a Bangor estate.

Hundreds of dogs found crammed in living room 'doing really well', says RSPCA 9 Apr 2026, 4:42 am

The charity says many of the animals found at the home in January were in a poor condition with "matted and crusted coats" that required treatment.

Lidl begins building its first ever pub 9 Apr 2026, 4:29 am

The development is an unusual consequence of Northern Ireland's strict licensing laws.

Best-selling The Housemaid author Freida McFadden reveals true identity 9 Apr 2026, 2:35 am

One of the biggest mysteries in publishing is solved, as The Housemaid writer reveals her real name.

He's Australia's most decorated soldier. Now he's at the centre of a historic war crimes case 9 Apr 2026, 1:23 am

Ben Roberts-Smith's case is not only unprecedented for Australia but "extraordinary" for the globe too, scholars say.

BBC at the site of Israeli air strikes in Beirut 9 Apr 2026, 12:45 am

At least 182 people were killed and 890 others wounded, according to the Lebanese health ministry.

'I want my heart attack story to inspire people to live life' 8 Apr 2026, 10:35 pm

Faith Harrison survived a seven-hour heart attack at the age of 22.

22,000 students told to pay back 'mis-sold' maintenance loans 8 Apr 2026, 5:01 pm

Those affected have been told their courses were never eligible for maintenance or childcare loans

Five of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits - from new royal exhibit 8 Apr 2026, 4:04 pm

From fashion diplomacy in the US to a transparent raincoat, the late Queen's style was a powerful formula.

Trump pulls back from the brink...but for how long? 8 Apr 2026, 10:30 am

Trump’s threat to “wipe out” Iran has divided Republicans.

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