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Why Namibia's green energy dream could be a red flag for penguins

Thu, 12/03/2026 - 00:04
A near pristine desert and coastal wilderness in Namibia could soon host a huge hydrogen production facility.

Student loans inquiry to look at whether system is 'unfair to graduates'

Thu, 12/03/2026 - 00:03
The Treasury Committee will look at whether "the goalposts [have] been moved in a way which is unfair".

Inquiry into student loans launched by MPs

Thu, 12/03/2026 - 00:03
The Treasury Committee will look at whether "the goalposts [have] been moved in a way which is unfair".

What role has cyber warfare played in Iran?

Thu, 12/03/2026 - 00:02
Militaries are often cagey about their cyber activities. But the US has hinted at the role it has played.

Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a sick note over mental health concerns

Thu, 12/03/2026 - 00:01
The number of fit notes issued has been rising, with more than 11.2m approved in England last year.

Social media firms asked to toughen up age checks for under-13s

Thu, 12/03/2026 - 00:01
Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube and Roblox are among the platforms UK regulators say aren't putting children's safety at the heart of their products.

Most underrated player on the planet? Valverde steps up for Real

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 23:57
Jude Bellingham stood open mouthed in disbelief while Kylian Mbappe jumped out of his seat to celebrate as Real Madrid team-mate Federico Valverde scored a stunning hat-trick to sink Manchester City in their Champions League first-leg tie.

Chris Mason: There may be no knockout blows from Mandelson files but it's far from over

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 23:54
This first digital document drop about the prime minister's decision to appoint Lord Mandelson as US ambassador is interesting, but not explosive.

Chris Mason: Some nuggets but no huge revelations in first batch of Mandelson files

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 23:54
This first digital document drop about the prime minister's decision to appoint Lord Mandelson as US ambassador is interesting, but not explosive.

China's biggest political meeting is ending - what have we learned?

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 23:03
BBC correspondents give us their biggest takeaways from China's National People's Congress.

My identity was stolen and someone is using it to catfish men - it's terrifying

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 22:46
For four years, Sasha-Jay’s photos have been stolen from social media to impersonate her online.

Arsenal undone by own set-piece weapon as 100% record ends

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 22:34
"You do it too, eh?". Those were the words from Arsenal's set-piece coach Nicolas Jover to Bayer Leverkusen manager Kasper Hjulmand after the German side scored from a corner in the 1-1 Champions League last-16 first-leg draw between the two sides.

Valverde's brilliant first-half hat-trick stuns Man City

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 22:24
Real Madrid's Federico Valverde scores a first-half hat-trick as the Spanish giants beat Manchester City 3-0 in their Champions League last-16 encounter at the Bernabeu.

McIlroy hopeful on Sawgrass defence after injury

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 21:47
Rory McIlroy says he hopes to be able to defend his Players Championship title at TPC Sawgrass after withdrawing from a tournament through injury last week.

New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over 'undiplomatic remarks'

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 21:30
Leo Brent Bozell apologises after weighing in on a dispute rooted in the country's apartheid past.

Missing Brazilian academic may have taken boat, UK police say

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 21:29
Police believe the last sighting of Vitoria Figueiredo Barreto was on CCTV just after midnight on 3 March in Brightlingsea.

Spurs keeper Kinsky thankful for support after 'nightmare'

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 20:48
Antonin Kinsky thanks those who have sent messages of support after a "nightmare" display in Spurs' Champions League defeat at Atletico Madrid.

Pete Hegseth brings combative style as face of Trump's war in Iran

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 19:13
The former Fox host projects an image of unapologetic frontman for the world's most powerful military.

Boy, 15, arrested after girl is stabbed at school

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 19:04
Sources tell the BBC that pupils had to hide under their desks as the incident unfolded.

A 'weirdly rushed' appointment - and other key takeaways from Mandelson files

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 18:54
A batch of documents has revealed new details about the appointment of Lord Mandelson as ambassador.

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