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The Papers: 'Hidden hand of Putin' and 'This lying PM' 12 Mar 2026, 10:08 pm

Putin accused of helping Iran and Tories say Starmer lied about Mandelson files - Friday's papers.

Russell tops China practice before sprint qualifying 12 Mar 2026, 9:45 pm

George Russell leads Kimi Antonelli to a Mercedes one-two in the only practice session at the Chinese Grand Prix before the sprint weekend starts to unfold.

Nepal election results - Balendra Shah's party wins in a landslide 12 Mar 2026, 9:10 pm

This election is the first since a violent youth-led uprising toppled the government in 2025.

How long will the cold weather last? 12 Mar 2026, 8:36 pm

Friday feels noticeably colder. Helen Willetts explains why there's been a change in temperature and looks at how long it may last.

KPop Demon Hunters to return as Netflix announces sequel 12 Mar 2026, 8:15 pm

The sequel brings back the co-directors of the first film, which was a smash-hit for the streaming service.

Oil price profiteering will not be tolerated, says Miliband 12 Mar 2026, 7:54 pm

Ed Miliband says the competition watchdog is primed to intervene if firms use the oil price shock to "rip off" customers.

Suspect dead after ramming vehicle into synagogue in Michigan 12 Mar 2026, 7:18 pm

The FBI said the incident is being investigated as a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community".

Churchill's granddaughter happy with his picture being replaced on £5 note 12 Mar 2026, 7:00 pm

Emma Soames rejected Nigel Farage's statement that the currency change was "wokery".

MPs 'deeply troubled' by BBC World Service funding uncertainty 12 Mar 2026, 6:47 pm

The current funding agreement between the BBC and the government expires at the end of this month.

Qantas agrees to pay $74m over Covid-19 travel voucher refunds 12 Mar 2026, 6:16 pm

The case relates to cancelled flights during the pandemic, for which customers were given credits instead of cash.

AI toys for young children need tighter rules, researchers warn 12 Mar 2026, 5:49 pm

In first study of its kind, Cambridge researchers found AI toys could misread some children's emotions.

Boy charged over stabbing of teenage girl at Norfolk school 12 Mar 2026, 5:28 pm

Armed police were scrambled to the scene and pictured as they entered classrooms.

French vote tests polarised electorate with right hoping to win control of Paris 12 Mar 2026, 5:15 pm

The highest-profile contest is for the mayorship of Paris - which has been under left-wing control for 25 years.

'I missed my chemo and have a £12,000 hotel bill': British holidaymakers stranded by Iran war 12 Mar 2026, 5:13 pm

Flights are restricted due to the conflict leaving people stuck running up bills for rooms and food.

PwC says young recruits are 'hungry' for careers and plans to hire more graduates 12 Mar 2026, 5:06 pm

Last year the consultancy cut its graduate intake, but UK boss Marco Amitrano says it is still worth getting a degree.

Lost Doctor Who episodes found in 'eclectic' collection 12 Mar 2026, 5:06 pm

The Doctor's assistant Peter Purves was invited to a screening of the episodes in Leicester.

Mission accomplished? The 2003 boast that haunts today's Iran conflict 12 Mar 2026, 5:04 pm

The echoes between the conflicts are certainly there but there are also profound differences.

Americans on Iran strikes: 'What if this turns into a forever war?' 12 Mar 2026, 5:03 pm

Six US voters tell the BBC how they feel about the major US military intervention in Iran.

Winners, Sinners and record breakers: 17 fun facts about this year's Oscars 12 Mar 2026, 5:02 pm

Sinners, Marty Supreme, Hamnet and One Battle After Another are among the films in contention this year.

UK asylum appeal backlog at record high of 80,000 12 Mar 2026, 4:57 pm

Home Office statistics show more than 80,333 people were waiting for appeals to be heard at the end of 2025, up from 41,987 a year earlier.

Fastest to 100 wins - Europa specialist Emery sets Villa record 12 Mar 2026, 4:38 pm

Unai Emery becomes the quickest of the three Aston Villa managers to reach 100 victories as his side defeat Lille in the Europa League last 16.

'It's how you speak to a mate' - Smith and Itoje brush off on-pitch row 12 Mar 2026, 4:30 pm

Fin Smith says his on-pitch disagreement with England captain Maro Itoje shows the depth of their relationship, rather than any disintegration of team unity.

UK to benefit from £937m Irish investment, says Starmer 12 Mar 2026, 3:30 pm

The £937m investment will create about 850 new jobs, according to prime minister Sir Keir Starmer.

Married at First Sight star says cancer has spread 12 Mar 2026, 1:32 pm

The dating coach was diagnosed with bowel cancer in December 2023 but says treatment has been unsuccessful.

PM says Mandelson appointment was mistake as No 10 denies cover-up 12 Mar 2026, 1:31 pm

Documents show Sir Keir Starmer was warned the peer's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein posed a "reputational risk".

UK troops at Iraq base shot down Iranian drones, Healey says 12 Mar 2026, 1:12 pm

British forces based in Iraq shot down two drones overnight, Defence Secretary John Healey has confirmed.

Iran’s New Supreme Leader (Sort Of) Speaks Out 12 Mar 2026, 11:59 am

Mojtaba Khamenei issues first message as Supreme Leader, but doesn’t appear in person.

Tracking the wave of ship attacks that has choked off Strait of Hormuz 12 Mar 2026, 11:19 am

Six ships have been reportedly attacked in the Gulf in less than 48 hours, bringing the total vessels attacked during the war to 18.

Weekly quiz: This dog was Best in Show at Crufts - what other prize did he win? 12 Mar 2026, 10:49 am

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Mullins complains about Cheltenham ground after Fact To File withdrawn 12 Mar 2026, 10:45 am

One of racing's most successful trainers has threatened not to bring horses to Cheltenham Festival in future over concerns about the quality of the ground.

My identity was stolen and someone is using it to catfish men - it's terrifying 12 Mar 2026, 10:22 am

For four years, Sasha-Jay’s photos have been stolen from social media to impersonate her online.

'Not appropriate' for Iran to be at World Cup - Trump 12 Mar 2026, 9:37 am

US president Donald Trump says Iran are "welcome" at the 2026 World Cup but it is not "appropriate" for them to be there.

What on earth is going on with the oil price? 12 Mar 2026, 9:30 am

Oil price moves have made headlines since the Iran conflict started - but why have there been such sharp swings?

How a lost suitcase led to a two-year £4,500 legal wrangle with Ryanair 12 Mar 2026, 2:55 am

Rosie McGrane says her case never arrived when she travelled from Edinburgh to Copenhagen with Ryanair in September 2023.

Taking Back Control: Why ‘Agency’ Could Be The Next Big Idea In Politics 11 Mar 2026, 11:00 pm

A top pollster explains how a sense of powerlessness amongst voters is shaping politics.

Tobey Maguire stars as Spider-Man in the classic 2002 film 22 Feb 2026, 8:44 am

Peter Parker gains superpowers, but it takes a tragedy to teach him how to be a hero.

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