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US says it 'supports' UK Chagos Islands deal 17 Feb 2026, 7:55 pm

US Department of State says it supports the UK's decision to 'proceed with its agreement with Mauritius concerning the Chagos archipelago'.

Stop dithering on Brazilian butt lift crackdown, say MPs 17 Feb 2026, 6:03 pm

A committee of MPs warns tighter restrictions on high-risk cosmetic procedures are needed immediately.

I used to hate my appearance. Here's how I learned to accept it 17 Feb 2026, 5:48 pm

Tilly and Charlotte share their experiences of body dysmorphic disorder and how they recovered from it.

'I do not trust them' - top streamers left concerned by Discord age checks 17 Feb 2026, 5:47 pm

The platform's plan to roll out global age checks has caused concern in streaming communities.

Reform plans to keep UK's budget watchdog 17 Feb 2026, 5:39 pm

Robert Jenrick will promise to reform the OBR, rather than abolish it, in a move to reassure financial markets.

Snow and rain warnings as cold snap continues 17 Feb 2026, 5:34 pm

The Met Office says there could be some flooding and disruption to travel.

'Just push us into the sea': The frustration of an area failed by politics 17 Feb 2026, 5:31 pm

In Horden, County Durham, Westminster slogans have long been left unmet as the population has plummeted.

The Papers: 'Pressure piles on Andrew' and 'Jesse Jackson dies at 84' 17 Feb 2026, 5:18 pm

Police accessing information from Stansted Airport private flights over Epstein ties leads a number of papers today.

Mourinho's 'big mistake' after 'disgusting' Vinicius incident 17 Feb 2026, 4:56 pm

Trent Alexander-Arnold calls the alleged racist abuse of team-mate Vinicius Junior a "disgrace to football", while opposition manager Jose Mourinho is criticised for his comments.

Under pressure from Trump, Venezuela's new president has aces up her sleeve 17 Feb 2026, 4:48 pm

Delcy Rodriguez knows its in America's interests for her to be a success

Climber on trial for leaving girlfriend to die on Austria's highest mountain 17 Feb 2026, 4:41 pm

Kerstin G's boyfriend is accused of leaving her unprotected and exhausted close to the summit during a blizzard.

I would scream in my sleep: Women from Syria's Alawite minority tell of kidnap and rape 17 Feb 2026, 4:20 pm

The BBC hears harrowing accounts of assaults appearing to target the sect of former President Assad.

Food prices are surging in Russia. Is the war hitting Russians in the pocket? 17 Feb 2026, 4:19 pm

Russia's economy is hanging between stagnation and decline, and ordinary Russians are beginning to feel the pinch.

Illegal skin lightening cream being sold in UK butchers, watchdog warns 17 Feb 2026, 4:00 pm

A trade body has warned illegal skin bleaching products are being sold in an increasingly wide range of places.

I invested £12,000 in Brewdog - I think I've lost it all 17 Feb 2026, 2:55 pm

More than 200,000 people bought Equity for Punks shares in the craft brewer but many now believe they are worthless.

Tories call for rethink of Parliament revamp 17 Feb 2026, 2:21 pm

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch says current plans to refurbish the Palace of Westminster are "out of control".

'Absolutely stunning!' Norway's Frostad wins 'best big air final of all-time' 17 Feb 2026, 2:14 pm

Austria's Matej Svancer, USA's Mac Forehand, and Norway's Tormod Frostad compete for the medals with the final three runs of a spectacular men's freestyle skiing big air final.

Dual nationals face scramble for British passports as new rules come into force 17 Feb 2026, 1:41 pm

Entry requirements to the UK for dual nationals are being overhauled as part of sweeping changes to the immigration system.

Iran says 'guiding principles' agreed with US at nuclear talks 17 Feb 2026, 1:38 pm

Tehran also says more work is needed to get a deal - the US is yet to comment on the issue.

Real Madrid tie halted over Vinicius racism allegation 17 Feb 2026, 1:31 pm

Real Madrid's Champions League knockout phase play-off tie at Benfica is halted for 10 minutes after Vinicius Junior reports alleged racist abuse.

Real Madrid tie halted over Vinicius racism allegation 17 Feb 2026, 1:31 pm

Real Madrid's Champions League knockout phase play-off tie at Benfica is halted for 10 minutes after Vinicius Junior reports alleged racist abuse.

Nine medals up for grabs - Wednesday's guide 17 Feb 2026, 1:10 pm

What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

Nine arrested in France over death of far-right student 17 Feb 2026, 1:08 pm

Quentin Deranque died on Saturday, two days after being beaten in Lyon by masked men believed to be far-left militants.

Police assessing Stansted Airport private flights over Epstein ties 17 Feb 2026, 12:52 pm

Essex Police says it is assessing information in relation to private flights into and out of the airport.

Ros Atkins on...unanswered Andrew questions 17 Feb 2026, 12:52 pm

The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at the questions around the way Buckingham Palace has responded to the various accusations against the King's brother.

GB curlers on brink of early exit after Canada defeat 17 Feb 2026, 12:46 pm

Team GB's Winter Olympics curling medal hopes are now in serious jeopardy after Bruce Mouat's world champions were beaten 9-5 by Canada in Cortina.

GB curlers on brink of early exit after Canada defeat 17 Feb 2026, 12:46 pm

Team GB's Winter Olympics curling medal hopes are now in serious jeopardy after Bruce Mouat's world champions were beaten 9-5 by Canada in Cortina.

Is There A Gen Z Jobs Crisis? 17 Feb 2026, 12:43 pm

Youth unemployment hits a more than 10 year high.

Teacher who lied about Cambridge degree banned 17 Feb 2026, 12:18 pm

Regulatory panel says teacher's conduct fell "significantly short of the standards expected".

Shein under EU investigation over childlike sex dolls 17 Feb 2026, 11:08 am

Europe is examining whether the fast fashion giant breached the Digital Services Act.

Russia & Belarusian athletes to compete under own flags at Winter Paralympics 17 Feb 2026, 10:23 am

Six Russian and four Belarusian athletes will compete under their nations' flags at the upcoming Winter Paralympics.

Cabinet secretary frontrunner faced multiple bullying complaints 17 Feb 2026, 10:22 am

Claims emerge after the Cabinet Office said there was only one complaint about Antonia Romeo's conduct which was dismissed after an inquiry.

'The search is soul-destroying': Young jobseekers on the struggle to find work 17 Feb 2026, 8:37 am

People aged between 16 and 24 are bearing the brunt of a weak employment market, figures show.

'A lightning rod for excitement' - Pollock starts in England reshuffle 17 Feb 2026, 8:24 am

Henry Pollock gets his first Test start as Steve Borthwick makes three changes to his XV for England's Six Nations game against Ireland on Saturday.

Lindsey Vonn 'yet to stand' but returns home to US 17 Feb 2026, 2:57 am

Lindsey Vonn is home in the United States after four operations on the broken leg she sustained at the Winter Olympics - but is yet to stand up nine days after the crash.

How Jesse Jackson paved way for Barack Obama - and helped change US 17 Feb 2026, 2:04 am

The US civil rights activist's influence spread from the churches of the Deep South to the White House.

The 61-year-old Glaswegian whose ice rink moonwalk went viral 17 Feb 2026, 12:00 am

Mark Callan has gone viral for his on-ice antics. But who is he and how did he end up at the Winter Olympics?

Will the US Supreme Court stand up to Trump? 13 Feb 2026, 7:15 am

Or will the court expand the US president’s power?

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