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Household energy bills to fall in April after charges shake-up 24 Feb 2026, 11:43 pm

Changes announced in the Budget mean all energy bills will see some kind of reduction, but it will vary.

'I'm proud of my heritage' - meet Britain's youngest F1 driver 24 Feb 2026, 10:43 pm

Arvid Lindblad tells BBC Sport about being shaped by his Indian and Swedish heritage and how he was fixated on reaching F1 from aged five.

Watch: Iran, Olympics and partisan divisions among takeaways 24 Feb 2026, 10:29 pm

The US president's speech to Congress included spats with political rivals and special guests.

The Papers: 'US shuns war anniversary' and 'Prince of Darkness' 24 Feb 2026, 10:18 pm

Lord Mandelson features on a number of front pages on Wednesday, following his arrest and subsequent release earlier this week.

I dropped to the floor and couldn't move - spiking can happen anywhere 24 Feb 2026, 10:08 pm

Tirion Richards was unable to see, move her legs or lift her head following the incident in Cardigan.

Ejections, shouting and hockey players: Key moments from Trump's big speech 24 Feb 2026, 10:03 pm

The speech came at a particularly pivotal time, with tensions flaring in Iran and Trump's global tariffs being thrown out.

BBC sees damage in Puerto Vallarta after Mexican cartel violence 24 Feb 2026, 9:57 pm

BBC's Will Grant visits Puerto Vallarta, a popular coastal resort town, to see the damage.

Analysis: Trump issues patriotic rallying cry with eye on crucial elections 24 Feb 2026, 9:56 pm

The BBC's Anthony Zurcher says the US president appealed to his base and taunted his opponents in a marathon speech.

German chancellor lands in Beijing for inaugural China trip 24 Feb 2026, 9:53 pm

Friedrich Merz said it would be a mistake to "decouple" Germany from China shortly before boarding a plane to Beijing.

Senegal PM proposes tougher anti-LGBT law, doubling prison terms 24 Feb 2026, 9:46 pm

The bill seeks prison terms of five to ten years for what it describes as "acts against nature".

Who is Abigail Spanberger, the Democrat who gave the State of the Union response? 24 Feb 2026, 9:28 pm

The rebuttal - first delivered in 1966 - is often given by rising stars in the opposition party.

Chris Mason: MPs take a new tone on Andrew – but how big is their appetite for radical changes? 24 Feb 2026, 6:45 pm

It was quite a moment when Sir Chris Bryant called the former prince "rude, arrogant and entitled" in the House of Commons, the BBC's political editor writes.

Threat of further violence looms after Mexican cartel rampage 24 Feb 2026, 6:10 pm

The BBC speaks to Guadalajara residents days after cartel members sought to avenge the killing of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera.

Will the new SEND reforms in England work? You have your say 24 Feb 2026, 5:21 pm

The government has unveiled its long-awaited plans for reforming SEND provision in England - but what do those most impacted make of the changes?

Drones hammer Sudan's gold and oil zone - the pivotal new front line 24 Feb 2026, 4:43 pm

Intensified attacks in the Kordofan region have led to mass casualties as peace remains elusive.

Disabled woman put in nursing home against her will says she feels 'betrayed' 24 Feb 2026, 4:41 pm

Lucinda Ritchie, who has full mental capacity, was transferred from a hospital bed despite her refusal.

Italian clubs on brink of historic Champions League embarrassment 24 Feb 2026, 4:35 pm

Italian clubs are on the brink of a historic Champions League embarrassment, with the prospect of none making the last 16.

'Bring it on' – Newcastle's message to Chelsea and Barcelona 24 Feb 2026, 4:12 pm

Jacob Murphy says Newcastle will relish whoever they face in the Champions League last 16 after progressing via the play-offs.

NHS secures bone cement rescue package so joint surgery can resume 24 Feb 2026, 4:08 pm

Joint operations were postponed after the main supplier suffered a critical incident at its plant.

What is the UK's new travel system and how are dual nationals affected? 24 Feb 2026, 4:05 pm

From 25 February, a new system will come into force which will affect many people, including British dual nationals.

One in four councils to miss food waste collection deadline - find out if yours is one 24 Feb 2026, 4:01 pm

Local authorities blame the delays on a lack of funding and a shortage of bin lorries.

Paramount boosts Warner Bros offer to rival Netflix in takeover bid 24 Feb 2026, 4:01 pm

Warner Bros says the latest proposal could convince it to abandon the deal it struck with Netflix.

'Historical moment' as Norway's Bodo/Glimt succeed against all odds 24 Feb 2026, 3:49 pm

Bodo/Glimt knock out last year's finalists Inter Milan in one of the biggest upsets in Champions League history and now the team from the Arctic Circle is dreaming of how far they can go after reaching last 16.

'Historical moment' as Bodo/Glimt succeed against all odds 24 Feb 2026, 3:49 pm

Bodo/Glimt knock out last year's finalists Inter Milan in one of the biggest upsets in Champions League history and now the team from the Arctic Circle is dreaming of how far they can go after reaching last 16.

Watch: Wilson hits audacious trick shot to reach 142 24 Feb 2026, 3:42 pm

Kyren Wilson makes a trick shot on the final black to win his match against Liu Hongyu at the Welsh Open.

West Brom sack head coach Ramsay after nine games 24 Feb 2026, 3:27 pm

West Bromwich Albion sack head coach Eric Ramsay after only nine games in charge at The Hawthorns.

Assisted dying on Welsh NHS a step closer as Senedd votes in favour 24 Feb 2026, 3:00 pm

In major vote Senedd backs legislation which could allow for terminally ill people to end their lives.

'The day Brook showed he is an England leader' 24 Feb 2026, 1:19 pm

After an immature winter, Harry Brook's mature and majestic century against Pakistan proved he is England's leader for the future, writes Matthew Henry.

MPs openly criticising Andrew reflects shift in tradition 24 Feb 2026, 12:29 pm

In the Commons, MPs shared their personal experiences of meeting the former prince – all of them were resoundingly negative.

UK temperatures expected to reach 18C after rainy start to 2026 24 Feb 2026, 12:20 pm

How high will temperatures reach and how long will stay mild? Darren Bett has the details.

Mandelson's lawyers say he was arrested over 'baseless' claim he was a flight risk 24 Feb 2026, 12:13 pm

The peer's lawyers say there is no truth in the suggestion he was planning to leave the UK.

Driver admits causing death of mother pushing pram 24 Feb 2026, 10:35 am

Rebecca Ableman was struck on the head by crane equipment dangling from a lorry, a court hears.

Man admits stealing Fabergé egg and watch worth £2m 24 Feb 2026, 9:48 am

Enzo Conticello stole a handbag, containing the items, in Soho, Southwark Crown Court hears.

BBL death investigation dropped after suspect dies 24 Feb 2026, 7:55 am

Mum-of-five Alice Webb died in 2024 after becoming unwell following cosmetic treatment.

A Woman's Hour and SEND in the Spotlight special 24 Feb 2026, 4:23 am

We hear from a range of voices on the impact of the government's SEND reforms in England.

Trump's big, long, State of the Union speech 16 Feb 2026, 9:21 pm

Can the president’s record breaking speech change voters’ minds ahead of the midterms?

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