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Venezuela has freed some American citizens from prison, US official says

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 06:36
A US state department official did not confirm the identities or number of prisoners released, but called the move "an important step in the right direction".

Who are the winners and losers from the Scottish budget?

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 06:18
BBC Verify has examined what we know about how the Scottish budget is likely to affect different groups across the country.

Care home creates own live action Traitors game, but no-one will be banished

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 06:17
Parkfield Grange residents will join in activities and games with a special afternoon tea as the prize.

Chef 'not embarrassed' by one-star hygiene rating at Michelin-starred restaurant

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 06:05
Chef patron Gareth Ward says his standards "never drop below 100%" at two-Michelin-starred Ynyshir.

Chef 'not embarrassed' by one-star hygiene rating at Michelin-starred restaurant

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 06:05
Chef patron Gareth Ward says his standards "never drop below 100%" at two-Michelin-starred Ynyshir.

Only Trump can stop Putin, Polish president tells BBC

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 05:58
Europe should do everything it can to help the US president in his efforts to end the war in Ukraine, Karol Nawrocki said.

Only Trump can stop Putin, Polish president tells BBC

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 05:58
Europe should do everything it can to help the US president in his efforts to end the war in Ukraine, Karol Nawrocki said.

Trump vows 'very strong action' if Iran executes protesters

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 05:44
Relatives of an arrested protester tell BBC Persian he is due to be executed on Wednesday, as the death toll from demonstrations reportedly exceeds 2,400.

First UK Town of Culture competition searches for 'unique stories'

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 05:34
The event is part the government's effort to "restore pride in communities" and showcase local communities.

First UK Town of Culture competition searches for 'unique stories'

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 05:34
The event is part the government's effort to "restore pride in communities" and showcase local communities.

Greenlanders brace for summit that could shape the Arctic's future - and their own

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 05:11
US Vice President JD Vance will host Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers for talks on Wednesday.

Greenlanders brace for summit that could shape the Arctic's future - and their own

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 05:11
US Vice President JD Vance will host Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers for talks on Wednesday.

US approves sale of Nvidia's advanced AI chips to China

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 04:11
Nvidia has been caught in a tug-of-war between the US and China as the countries compete for AI dominance.

Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged assault of ride-share driver

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 03:54
Investigators arrested the actor, star of 24 and Designated Survivor, in Hollywood early on Monday morning.

Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged assault of ride-share driver

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 03:54
Investigators arrested the actor, star of 24 and Designated Survivor, in Hollywood early on Monday morning.

Global temperatures dipped in 2025 but more heat records on way, scientists warn

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 03:44
The last three years were Earth's hottest on record, as humanity's carbon emissions continue to heat the planet.

Global temperatures dipped in 2025 but more heat records on way, scientists warn

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 03:44
The last three years were Earth's hottest on record, as humanity's carbon emissions continue to heat the planet.

US Supreme Court appears likely to uphold restrictions on transgender athletes

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 03:40
Lawyers for trans athletes told the conservative-leaning court they were not asking for an “unfair biological advantage”.

Chris Mason: The policy climbdowns are mounting up for Starmer

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 01:11
The government dropping the digital ID scheme's mandatory element is another climbdown for Downing Street, writes the BBC's political editor.

Chris Mason: The climbdowns stack up for Starmer

Wed, 14/01/2026 - 01:11
The government dropping the digital ID scheme's mandatory element is another climbdown for Downing Street, writes the BBC's political editor.

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