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US judge orders Trump administration to reopen Voice of America

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 11:01
Some 85% of VOA staff were laid off by Trump who accused the international broadcaster of bias.

Dune releases new trailer as it gears up for box office battle with Avengers

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 10:33
The final part of the sci-fi trilogy is set to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the year.

Why ex-Palace winger Olise is now in Ballon d'Or contention at Bayern

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 10:26
Michael Olise has been in superb form for Bayern Munich this season, has the French winger put himself in contention for the Ballon d'Or?

Woman who learned to walk again after 130ft fall meets 'incredible' rescuers

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 09:26
Leah Matthews has been reunited with the teams who saved her from a gorge in Waterfall Country.

Angela Rayner's explosive speech reignites leadership speculation

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 09:21
The ex-deputy PM did not name Keir Starmer in her attack on Labour's direction and policies - but she did not have to.

Angela Rayner's explosive speech reignites leadership speculation

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 09:21
The ex-deputy PM did not name Keir Starmer in her attack on Labour's direction and policies - but she did not have to.

Israel strikes and destroys building in heart of Beirut

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 09:14
There are no known casualties so far from the strike near downtown, as Israel said it targeted a building affiliated with Hezbollah.

Dubai withdrawal criticism ridiculous - Sabalenka

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 08:07
World number one Aryna Sabalenka dismisses criticism of her late withdrawal from the Dubai Championships and says she may not play at the tournament again.

Ukraine faces missile shortage due to Middle East war, says Zelensky

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 07:56
In an exclusive interview with the BBC, the Ukrainian president says Putin wants a "long war" between the US and Iran.

Celtic's Schmeichel 'could've played last game'

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 07:45
Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel may have played his "last football game" with surgery required on his shoulder but he is eager to "fight" to regain fitness.

Watch: Mother 'absolutely shocked' to find daughter had meningitis

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 07:40
Khali Goodwin's daughter Keeleigh is recovering after being admitted to hospital with meningitis.

School phone bans not enough to cut screen time alone, researchers say

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 07:31
New research suggests efforts to suppress screen time need to go further than the school gates to be effective.

Landlord hits out at 30 no-shows on Mother's Day

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 06:19
Connor Devine, who runs The Huntsman in Cheadle, said he booked extra staff for the annual occasion.

The 'anti-Lamine' backed to be one of best in world

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 06:18
Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall renews hostilities with Barcelona star Lamine Yamal on Wednesday night and and team-mate Kieran Trippier believes he has 'all the attributes to be one of the best left-backs in the world'

The 'anti-Lamine' backed to be one of best in world

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 06:18
Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall renews hostilities with Barcelona star Lamine Yamal on Wednesday night and and team-mate Kieran Trippier believes he has 'all the attributes to be one of the best left-backs in the world'

Has the military's investigative crime unit improved justice for sex assault victims?

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 06:10
The Defence Serious Crime Command (DSCC) removes the complaints process from the chain of command.

'It's not a waste of time' - young people defend the humble gap year

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 06:09
Gwen and Mia are among thousands of young people each year who opt to take a gap year before university

I've applied for 500 jobs in two months since graduating

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 06:05
Charlotte Briggs has applied for hundreds of jobs and cannot find work, despite achieving a 2:1 degree.

Government admits adoption system 'needs to improve' after BBC investigation highlights failures

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 05:57
The children and families minister for England apologises to families who have received "support from services that isn't good enough".

Government admits adoption system 'needs to improve' after BBC investigation highlights failures

Wed, 18/03/2026 - 05:57
The children and families minister for England apologises to families who have received "support from services that isn't good enough".

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