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News imageIran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi

Iran accuses US of 'reckless military adventure'

Abbas Araghchi says the US attacks each time there is a diplomatic solution on the table.

11 hrs ago
World

News imagePeople wearing personal protective clothing disembark a plane.

Worldwide race to trace passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship

About 12 countries have so far been linked to the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius, as the UN health agency confirms at least five cases.

6 hrs ago
Health
News imageKeir Starmer speaks to a room of party members. He is standing in front of a Labour banner.

Starmer under pressure, as Labour suffers heavy election losses

Reform makes huge gains in England, as Labour loses power in Wales and the SNP wins fifth term in Scotland.

1 hr ago
Politics

Hovering objects and flashing lights: What we learned from UFO documents released by the Pentagon

The US has published transcripts, video clips and audio recordings about unidentified flying objects, also called unidentified anomalous phenomena.

5 hrs ago
US & Canada

Declassified footage shows 'unidentified anomalous phenomena'

The US government was unable to make a definitive determination on the alleged UFO sightings filmed around the world.

5 hrs ago
US & Canada

Return of IS-linked families sparks debate in terror-traumatised Australia

Most Australians do not want the women and children to come home, but advocates say they're in danger.

7 hrs ago
Australia

Sir David Attenborough: The risk-taker who changed how we see Earth

Through rarely-seen footage and photographs, we trace the 70-year broadcasting career of the world's most celebrated naturalist.


Weekend reads

News imageAn orange Vande Bharat Express sleeper train stands at a station platform as a boy takes a photo of it (Credit: Jamie Fullerton)

What it's like to ride India's new sleeper train

The first sleeper in India's semi-high-speed Vande Bharat fleet is drawing crowds, selfies and intense curiosity – but what is it actually like on board?

News imageA black and white image of Princess Elizabeth, Queen Elizabeth, Winston Church, King George VI and Princess Margaret waving from the balcony of Buckingham Palace on VE Day 1945 (Credit: Getty Images)

'One of the most memorable nights of my life': Queen Elizabeth II's secret night out on VE Day

VE Day on 8 May 1945 marked the end of World War Two in Europe. Forty years later, the Queen told the BBC how she slipped out of Buckingham Palace to join the joyous crowds.


Sir David Attenborough at 100

News imageSir David Attenborough stands holding a letter in a crowd. Prince William is next to him applauding

William hails Sir David Attenborough's 'remarkable milestone' at 100th birthday concert

The naturalist's seven-decade career was marked with a special concert at the Royal Albert Hall.

News imageKing Charles III writes a letter from a desk in front of a window in Buckingham Palace. He is wearing a blazer and a purple tie.

King Charles sends Attenborough a birthday message with help from 'friends'

In a video message from Buckingham Palace, wildlife helps the King deliver a birthday card for Sir David Attenborough.

News imageA black and white photograph of a man holding an upside down ox over his shoulder (Credit: Cherry Kearton)

The eccentric photographer who inspired Attenborough

As a child, Sir David Attenborough was transfixed by the work of Cherry Kearton, a photographer and filmmaker who almost single-handedly changed the way we view the natural world.

News imageSir David Attenborough being filmed in front of the sea and mountains for Life on Earth in 1979

From primates to climate - ten of David Attenborough's best documentaries

From hanging out with primates to early climate warnings, here's a selection of his trailblazing programmes.


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The Global Story

The AI chatbot users falling into delusional spirals

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Global News Podcast

Right-wing populist party makes big gains in UK elections

News imageWitness History, Witness History, David Attenborough's First Expedition

Witness History

David Attenborough's First Expedition

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Business Daily

The city that’s banned meat adverts

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What Makes Us Human

Sir David Attenborough: What Makes Us Human?

News imageWitness History, Witness History, Finding the world’s most complete T-rex fossil

Witness History

Finding the world’s most complete T-rex fossil

News imageCosting the Earth, Costing the Earth, In Conversation with David Attenborough

Costing the Earth

In Conversation with David Attenborough

News imageThe Interview, The Interview, Emma Grede, entrepreneur: Success needs trade-offs

The Interview

Emma Grede, entrepreneur: Success needs trade-offs

News imageThe Radio 3 Documentary, David Attenborough - World Music Collector

The Radio 3 Documentary

David Attenborough - World Music Collector

News imageThe Inquiry, The Inquiry, Are countries really running out of jet fuel?

The Inquiry

Are countries really running out of jet fuel?


Documentaries: Sir David Attenborough at 100

News imageZoo Quest in Colour

Zoo Quest in Colour

News imageAttenborough and the Giant Egg

Attenborough and the Giant Egg

News imageLife on Earth

Life on Earth

News imageLost Worlds, Vanished Lives

Lost Worlds, Vanished Lives

News imageThe Trials of Life

The Trials of Life

News imageLife in the Undergrowth

Life in the Undergrowth

News imageAttenborough's Ark

Attenborough's Ark

News imageDavid Attenborough's Natural Curiosities

David Attenborough's Natural Curiosities

News imageAttenborough's Fabulous Frogs

Attenborough's Fabulous Frogs

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Attenborough's Big Birds

News imageAttenborough and the Giant Dinosaur

Attenborough and the Giant Dinosaur

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Attenborough's Wonder of Eggs


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News imageKeir Starmer, in an open neck shirt and suit jacket, looking pensive

Analysis: Many Labour MPs are blaming the boss for elections body blow

UK PM Keir Starmer is facing what looks like a coordinated attempt to get him to set a timetable for his departure.

6 hrs ago
Politics
News imageA cardboard cutout of Pauline Hanson on the left with a man in an orange campaign t-shirt on the right in front of a polling station.

Australian by-election a litmus test for right-wing One Nation Party

Victory for the populist party in Farrer, New South Wales, would give it its first seat in Australia's national parliament.

4 hrs ago
Australia

Trump says Russia and Ukraine to observe three-day ceasefire

It comes as the two countries accused each other of violating separate ceasefires to cover the celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.

8 hrs ago
Europe

Anger and resignation in Tenerife as hantavirus ship approaches

Some on the Spanish island worry that the imminent arrival of the MV Hondius could pose a health risk.

2 hrs ago
Europe
News imageDolly Parton, wearing an American-flag themed outfit, stands next to a man in a white polo shirt who is holding a bald eagle

The race against time to find eagles escaped from Dollywood

Country star Dolly Parton helped rescue and rehabilitate bald eagles when they were on the verge of extinction.

3 hrs ago
US & Canada
News imageSuvendu Adhikari, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party and winning candidate from Bhawanipur and Nandigram assembly constituencies, speaks to the media after meeting West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal at the CEO office in Kolkata, India, on May 6, 2026.

From trusted aide to biggest rival: Suvendu Adhikari set to become West Bengal chief minister

A former ally of Mamata Banerjee, the BJP leader will be West Bengal’s next chief minister.

3 hrs ago
Asia
News imageA montage of Eurovision hopefuls Cosmó, Felicia, Boy George, Antigoni and Lion Ceccah, against the official colours of the 2026 contest

Anti-work anthems, Boy George and controversial lyrics: A guide to all 35 Eurovision songs

From dancefloor bangers to heartfelt ballads, here are the highlights and low points of Eurovision.

4 hrs ago
Europe

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Dressed for succession: What Kim Ju Ae's outfits tell us about North Korea

Kim Ju Ae's evolving fashion is one of the signs that she is being groomed as North Korea's next leader.

News imageWoman pointing at computer screen with a chart on it

The companies making billions from the Iran war

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

News imageAre our messages still private?

Instagram turns off privacy tech. What happens to your DMs?

Tech Now reports on a huge U-turn for big tech as Instagram stops end-to-end encryption.


Editor's Picks

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The country with the world's earliest wake-up time

Early birds: Why do Colombians tend to get up earlier than people from other countries around the world?

Culture & Experiences
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Japan's ancient philosophy that helps us accept our flaws

Kintsugi, Japan’s ancient art of repairing broken pottery, is in contrast to Western values of perfection.

Culture & Experiences
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Huldufólk: Iceland's mythical world of hidden people

BBC Reel finds out if Icelanders really believe in little hidden people.

Myths and Legends
News imageWhy do French men pee on the street?

Why do French men pee on the street?

Every year, Paris tries "revolutionary" new methods to stop men from peeing outside. What's behind this habit?

Travel
News imageWomen painting Nushu letters

Nushu: The secret Chinese language men don't know

Some 400 years ago, women in China's Hunan province created a secret language.

Culture
News imageThe Finnish secret to happiness: Avanto and Lu00f6yly

The Finnish secret to happiness

Nordic etiquette: Learn how to sauna and ice plunge like a Finn and feel great afterwards.

The SpeciaList
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Is this Italy’s smallest library?

One retired teacher is spreading the joy of books using his tiny mobile library.

Books
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Why Australians love going barefoot

If people were asked to typify aspects of Australian culture, barefoot would be in there.

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Arts

News imageComposite of Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon (left) and Henry Taylor's From Congo to the Capital and Black Again (Credit: The Museum of Modern Art, New York/ Auru00e9lien Mole/ Henry Taylor Courtesy the artist)

'Hideous': The controversy over Picasso's most shocking painting

Les Demoiselles d'Avignon was met with horror, then revered. A century later, the piece was reinterpreted by US artist Henry Taylor, and Picasso's masterwork remains contentious – why?
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Science

News imageA collage showing a woman wearing a t-shirt with a map of Cincinnati on it, holding her hand to her ear while another person's mouth appears to speak to her (Credit: Serenity Strull/ BBC/ Getty Images)

The skills that make you good at imitating accents, according to science

Some people can pick up new accents instantly. How do they do it?
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US & Canada News

News imageA stock photo of students in a classroom, with one woman jotting in her notepad

International cyber attack disrupts swathe of universities and schools

A hacking group breached the academic software Canvas, used by thousands of schools and universities across the globe.

Missing hiker killed in possible bear attack in Montana

Video of man throwing rock at seal in Hawaii sparks anger

White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor's Trump grave post


More World News

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Hungary's new PM to be sworn in during 'regime change' party

Nearly a month ago Péter Magyar steered his Tisza party to a landslide victory, sweeping away 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán.

Greece examines mystery naval drone found in Ionian Sea

Return of Palestine Marathon attracts thousands of runners

South Africa president faces call to resign after court ruling


Business

News imageEboni a woman in her 30s with curly brown hair standing above The Minack Theatre which is carved into the cliff face in Cornwall and covered in luscious green gardens with a view across turquoise sea

The UK is set for a staycation summer - and there are plenty of hidden gems

Seasoned staycationers share their favourite spots as Airbnb and Booking.com say interest in UK stays are up on last year.

US jobs data beats expectations for second month in a row

You might be owed money from your energy supplier…

US jet fuel could be used in Europe to ease possible shortages


Technology

News imageA smartphone being read, held in the hands of a woman with long, wavy, red hair and wearing a brown, orange, white and red-patterned shirt.

Instagram privacy tech is turned off today - what does this mean for your DMs?

By switching off end‑to‑end encryption, Instagram will now be able to access all the content of direct messages.

How sunburn inspired a new way to store energy

The no-nonsense judge calling the shots in Musk v Altman trial

How to stop AI from turning your brain to mush


Latest Sport audio

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Not by the Playbook

What happened next

News imageFootball Daily, The Commentators’ View: Euro success & Carol or Rachel?

Football Daily

The Commentators’ View: Euro success & Carol or Rachel?

News imageMore than the Score, More Than The Score, Does coverage of women's sport focus on personality over performance?

More than the Score

Does coverage of women's sport focus on personality over performance?

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The Wayne Rooney Show

What REALLY Happened at Derby? Wayne & Jagielka reveal all

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Football Daily

The Debrief: Villa & Palace make it to European finals

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Football Daily

Euro Leagues: UCL Final set & Marti Cifuentes on his career

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More than the Score

Fabio Wardley: From white collar boxing to world champion

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F1: Chequered Flag

Chequered Flag Extra: Hamilton's Drive For Opportunity In F1


Sport

News imageTommy Fleetwood playing a chip shot

Fleetwood one shot off lead at Quail Hollow

Tommy Fleetwood shoots a four-under round of 67 to put himself within a stroke of the lead after the second round of the Truist Championship.

Fernandes: The trophies, the assist record and his future

Portsmouth captain Pack signs new one-year deal

Saints charged by EFL with spying on Middlesbrough


Health

News imageA bare-chested man with a beard exercising outside wears a trackable system around his chest and checks a smartwatch (Credit: Getty Images)

Why an uneven heart rate could be a good thing

Micro-fluctuations in the time between heartbeats are proving a helpful indicator of mental health, stress levels, exercise capacity and even how well you are ageing.

Food labels are actually affecting your health

Magic mushrooms could help people quit smoking

Finding 'hidden sperm' in men deemed infertile


Culture

News imageNoel, crouching down, next to Liam sitting on a chair, unsmiling looking directly at the camera.

Oasis documentary to show first Gallagher brothers interview in 25 years

Liam and Noel Gallagher will feature in the concert movie focusing on their 2025 global reunion tour.

Tess Daly and Vernon Kay separating after 22 years of marriage

King and Queen lead tributes for David Attenborough's 100th birthday

Lord of The Flies' study of hate and division has never been more relevant


Travel

News imageA vintage-style woman covers her mouth beside a pixellated speech bubble reading "Sorry" against a read background (Credit: Getty Images /BBC/ Javier Hirschfeld)

All the different ways Brits say 'sorry' - and what each one actually means

"Sorry" is one of the UK's most overused and misunderstood words – here's how to decode the politeness minefield.

The tiny Tokyo shrine where people pray for concert tickets

Zambia: The world's walking safari capital

Oswestry: The English town that belongs in Wales


Watch

News imageNadine wrapped up in arctic gear. She has a fur coat, beaver fur gloves, and lots of equipment on her face.

How we reported in -30C temperatures in Canada's Arctic

BBC's Nadine Yousif and Eloise Alanna spent five days travelling with the country's military rangers through frostbite and sub-zero temperatures.
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Arts

News imageA composite of Heidi Klum at the 2026 Met Gala and Veiled Vestal by Raffaelle Monti (1846-47) that inspired her look (Credit: Getty Images/ Metropolitan Museum of Art)

The artworks that inspired eight Met Gala looks

From Heidi Klum as a veiled Vestal virgin to singer Ciara as a gold-encrusted bust of Nefertiti, here is the art behind the fashion at the Met Gala.

The Other Bennet Sister: Why Mary Bennet is the Austen heroine for today

The English heiress who masterminded 'one of the largest art heists in history'

The enchanting history of Oxford University's 750-year-old library


Earth

News imageSir David Attenborough holds a coiled fossil in his hands, with a rock imprint showing on another piece of stone by his side (Credit: BBC)

The thrilling fossil discoveries that sparked Attenborough's love for nature

Fossils fascinated Sir David Attenborough throughout his childhood. The BBC retraces the steps of Sir David's formative experiences roaming the British countryside.

Chernobyl’s wildlife: Surviving in a poisoned land

The abandoned vehicles in Chernobyl's 'dead zone'

Bees behaving strangely? It must be hurricane season


Video

News imageWhy Olivia Dean wasn't ready for Elton John's phone call

Olivia Dean wasn't ready for Elton John's phone call

Olivia Dean received a FaceTime call from Sir Elton John whilst making sausages on a camping trip in Wales.

Rewilding orphaned baby elephants in Zambia

The new at‑home tech helping stroke survivors in recovery

Chris Hemsworth's deeply emotional journey with his father


World's Table

News imageA thick T-bone steak sits against a black background, scattered with red peppercorns, rock salt and herb (Credit: Alamy)s

Which country can claim steak?

From Japan to Argentina to the US, nations around the world have put their own stamp on the mouthwatering meat – making beef a destination in itself.

Inside the Turkish city built on 'green gold'

The rare 'dinosaur egg' returning from extinction

Why farm-to-table isn't just a 'trend' in Atlanta


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