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What makes Melissa such a dangerous storm
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:32:50 GMT

Melissa's 185 mph winds at landfall means it could eclipse all storms the island has experienced before.

Dog walker dies in triple stabbing as arrest made
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 21:40:51 GMT

A 22-year-old man was arrested at the scene and remains in police custody, the Met Police said.

Israel strikes Gaza after accusing Hamas of ceasefire violations
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:34:21 GMT

Hamas denies it was behind an attack on Israeli forces inside an area of Gaza under their control and condemns the strikes.

Reeves vows to 'defy' gloomy economic forecasts
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:10:31 GMT

The chancellor says investment is the answer to boosting the UK's productivity performance.

'Police failed to tell me about my partner's violent past - he ended up strangling me'
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:09:03 GMT

Delays have been widespread in a scheme protecting potential abuse victims, police data suggests.

Home Office has struggled to deal with crises, says Mahmood
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:04:20 GMT

The home secretary speaks to the BBC while overseeing a police operation in south London aimed at tackling illegal working.

Brigitte Macron's life 'deteriorated' after alleged cyber-bullying, daughter says
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:49:43 GMT

Tiphaine Auzière was testifying in the trial of ten people accused of cyber-bullying her mother, the French first lady.

Fifth Met Police officer sacked after BBC investigation
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:49:28 GMT

A Met Police sergeant was found guilty of gross misconduct over behaviour filmed in an undercover report by Panorama.

One of Britain's finest comic actors: Prunella Scales dies aged 93
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:58:40 GMT

The versatile actress, who has died aged 93, will be best remembered for her portrayal of Sybil Fawlty.

Illegal teeth-whitening industry exposed by BBC
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:06:25 GMT

A BBC investigation finds kits on sale with more than 500 times the legal limit of bleaches in them.

BBC 'deeply concerned' about journalist unable to leave Vietnam
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:27:22 GMT

The journalist has been in Vietnam for several months while authorities have withheld their renewed passport.

Windows blown in, trees uprooted and croc warnings - Hurricane Melissa batters Jamaica
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:19:34 GMT

The eye of the storm has passed over Jamaica but it is still battering the island - the eye is now heading towards Cuba.

Watch: Strong winds and flying debris as Melissa makes landfall
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:18:12 GMT

Storm surges of 13 feet (3.9m) above ground level and destructive waves are expected as the storm hits Jamaica.

'We are all terrified'
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:35:51 GMT

"I am trying to use my own manpower to stop the wind blowing in the door," a frightened mother tells the BBC.

How would you fare at a Traitors round table? Take our quiz to find out
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:04:30 GMT

It's the most important part of the day in The Traitors castle – the round table can make or break a player. How would you handle it?

The Papers: 'Storm of the century' and 'Farewell, Sybil'
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 01:13:14 GMT

Hurricane Melissa and the death of Fawlty Towers actress Prunella Scales make Wednesday's papers.

Watch Prunella Scales's memorable moments in Fawlty Towers
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 14:27:35 GMT

Fawlty Towers actress Prunella Scales, best known for playing hotel manager Sybil Fawlty, has died aged 93.

What are the government's options on asylum seeker accommodation?
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:13:17 GMT

Where to put asylum seekers has become one of the fiercest topics of political debate since last year's general election.

'No Trump! No China!': Caught in the middle, South Korea hosts rival superpowers
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 23:10:22 GMT

South Korea's President Lee is in for a diplomatic dance as he hosts the leaders of US and China.

The 79-year-old boxer whose moves have made him an unlikely TikTok star
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:57:03 GMT

Frank Gilfeather hung up his gloves more than half a century ago but is now an unlikely boxing superstar.

My wife died in childbirth but wasn't told she'd been given labour drug overdose
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 06:08:17 GMT

Jacqui Hunter died less than 24 hours after being told that her daughter had died in the womb.

Elderly woman left behind by cruise ship on Great Barrier Reef island found dead
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:34:29 GMT

The ship's crew realised the 80-year-old was missing several hours after they had left the island

Fawlty Towers star Prunella Scales dies aged 93
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:18:13 GMT

Scales played hotel manager Sybil Fawlty, the bossy wife of Basil, in the classic British sitcom.

Alleged stalker tells of tears outside McCann home
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:34:50 GMT

Julia Wandelt, charged with stalking the McCanns, tried to present the pair with a DNA report, a court is told.

Russian forces gain foothold in strategic Ukrainian town
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:34:44 GMT

Ukraine's president confirms Russian soldiers have taken up position inside the town of Pokrovsk.

Man charged with racially aggravated rape of woman
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:33:05 GMT

John Ashby, 32, is charged with one count of rape and sexual assault after an attack in Walsall.

Headlights to be reviewed after drivers complain of being 'blinded' at night
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 14:00:15 GMT

Concern over the glare from brighter headlamps is prompting the government to review vehicle design.

Doctor Who Christmas special confirmed for next year
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:09:03 GMT

The BBC says it remains "fully committed" to the sci-fi show after ending its partnership with Disney+.

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(Another) plan to close migrant hotels
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:41:00 GMT

Two military sites earmarked as asylum seeker accommodation.

Americanswers…on 5 Live! Will Kamala Harris (and Donald Trump) run for president again?
Mon, 27 Oct 2025 18:35:00 GMT

Harris and Trump have both said they’d be open to assuming the presidency after 2028.

Joe Swash meets young dads breaking stigmas
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Joe Swash meets young dads who are navigating the highs and lows of fatherhood.

Beever-Jones 'asking questions' - should she start for England?
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 23:12:42 GMT

Sarina Wiegman has had some tough decisions to make over England's strikers - and Aggie Beever-Jones has made it even harder after the 3-0 friendly win against Australia.

Rodgers v Desmond: Analysing the Celtic fallout
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:10:22 GMT

BBC Sport Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English breaks down the public statements of Dermot Desmond and Brendan Rodgers to try to get to the bottom of the claims and counter-claims at Celtic.

Norrie stuns Alcaraz for 'biggest win of career'
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:43:44 GMT

British's Cameron Norrie stuns world number one Carlos Alcaraz with a gritty comeback in the second round at the Paris Masters.

'Awful moment' as Agyemang is carried off injured
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:24:08 GMT

England striker Michelle Agyemang is carried off on a stretcher after an off-the-ball injury in the Lionesses' 3-0 win against Australia.

Super League in danger of 'train crash' - NRL chief V'landys
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:15:38 GMT

Super League is heading for a "train crash" if it does not find ways to grow its revenue, the head of Australia's NRL has warned.

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