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Germany's far-right AfD set for big win in eastern state, just short of majority

Germany's far-right AfD set for big win in eastern state, just short of majority

September 07, 2026

Germany's AfD hails a "historic result" and is projected to win 44% of the vote in Saxony-Anhalt, far ahead of the conservatives on 17%.

Five dead after Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport

Five dead after Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport

September 07, 2026

Five people are dead and five seriously injured after a Boeing 767-300 cargo plane "overran" the runway and caught fire, officials say.

Chancellor to say UK economy 'turning a corner' despite debt concerns

Chancellor to say UK economy 'turning a corner' despite debt concerns

September 07, 2026

John Healey will detail plans to spread growth more widely across the UK, ahead of his first Budget.

BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri reveals she has blood cancer

BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri reveals she has blood cancer

September 06, 2026

Maryam Moshiri tells the BBC she wanted to reveal her diagnosis to raise awareness about the cancer.

Protesters block roads in Portsmouth as 140 migrants rescued

Protesters block roads in Portsmouth as 140 migrants rescued

September 07, 2026

The government condemns "thuggish behaviour" in the second major anti-migrant protest of the weekend.

Zelensky says he expects war to continue into winter after talks with US envoys

Zelensky says he expects war to continue into winter after talks with US envoys

September 06, 2026

There was no announcement of a major breakthrough, after Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner travelled to Kyiv.

Minister to meet Jaguar Land Rover boss as thousands of job cuts expected

Minister to meet Jaguar Land Rover boss as thousands of job cuts expected

September 06, 2026

Speaking to the BBC, Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds ruled out a bailout for the company.

Jamaica to bring slavery reparations petition to King Charles

Jamaica to bring slavery reparations petition to King Charles

September 06, 2026

The King will be asked to refer three questions to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council.

The £70 refund letter that isn't a scam

The £70 refund letter that isn't a scam

September 07, 2026

About one million people - mostly women - are owed pension tax relief and will be contacted by HMRC.

Rapist serving life may face more assault charges

Rapist serving life may face more assault charges

September 07, 2026

Zhenhao Zou was convicted of raping 10 women but he is thought to have committed further crimes.

Iran warns of 'faster, heavier, more painful response' to US attacks

Iran warns of 'faster, heavier, more painful response' to US attacks

September 06, 2026

The comments came a day after Washington said it had struck Iranian oil tankers in response to Tehran's attacks on US warships in the region.

Fifa president Infantino will stand for re-election

Fifa president Infantino will stand for re-election

September 06, 2026

Fifa president Gianni Infantino will stand for re-election in March, the world governing body has confirmed.

Andrew Scott feels the Pressure as 'unsung hero' in WW2 thriller

Andrew Scott feels the Pressure as 'unsung hero' in WW2 thriller

September 07, 2026

The actor says it was wonderful playing James Stagg, the "chilly" meteorologist key to D-Day's success.

Peace talks rich in symbolism but fundamental differences between Russia and Ukraine remain

Peace talks rich in symbolism but fundamental differences between Russia and Ukraine remain

September 06, 2026

Despite talks between US envoys and both Putin and Zelensky, the expectation in Kyiv is the fighting will continue, writes James Landale.

Drug rape killer should never have been freed, says victim

Drug rape killer should never have been freed, says victim

September 07, 2026

One of Richard Scatchard's victims says his killing of Kelly Faiers in 2023 could have been avoided.

Austria's Islamic headscarf ban in force as under-14s go back to school

Austria's Islamic headscarf ban in force as under-14s go back to school

September 07, 2026

The government says the law is intended to protect the rights of young girls, but critics say it is fuelling anti-Muslim feeling.

The Papers: 'Losing battle to halt Russia's 'hybrid' war' and 'Oh chute!'

The Papers: 'Losing battle to halt Russia's 'hybrid' war' and 'Oh chute!'

September 07, 2026

A warning from defence officials and a skydiving miracle lead Monday's front pages.

The volunteers risking their lives to defuse Indonesia's wildfire 'carbon bombs'

The volunteers risking their lives to defuse Indonesia's wildfire 'carbon bombs'

September 07, 2026

Peat fires in Borneo are releasing ancient stores of carbon - and sending a toxic smog across South East Asia.

The next James Bond: The (00)7 questions fans want answered

The next James Bond: The (00)7 questions fans want answered

September 06, 2026

Speculation has been building recently that an announcement about Daniel Craig's successor could be close.

Two killed as car hits group of cyclists

Two killed as car hits group of cyclists

September 06, 2026

Three people have been arrested in connection to the incident near Gravesend.

Volcano eruption leaves 170,000 passengers stranded in Indonesia

Volcano eruption leaves 170,000 passengers stranded in Indonesia

September 06, 2026

More than 170,000 airline passengers are stranded after ash was detected in airspace near Jakarta following the eruptions.

Dozens feared trapped in collapsed building in Delhi

Dozens feared trapped in collapsed building in Delhi

September 06, 2026

As many as 50 people are thought to have been inside the five-storey hostel when it came down.

Nigel Farage tells BBC he 'wasn't listening' during foreign donor talks filmed undercover

Nigel Farage tells BBC he 'wasn't listening' during foreign donor talks filmed undercover

September 06, 2026

The Reform leader also told the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg that his family are "begging" him to leave his job.

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How New Is Andy Burnham’s Labour?

How New Is Andy Burnham’s Labour?

September 06, 2026

The new chancellor prepares a speech as the PM tries to seperate the party from the past.

An insider's account of Trump's White House

An insider's account of Trump's White House

September 04, 2026

Jonathan Swan gained unprecedented access to Trump’s inner circle.

Inside Ella Toone’s life on and off the pitch

Inside Ella Toone’s life on and off the pitch

May 29, 2026

Go behind the scenes with the Manchester United and England footballer

Imagine a world where no one has heard of The Beatles

Imagine a world where no one has heard of The Beatles

August 14, 2026

An unsuccessful singer-songwriter wakes up in a world where no-one remembers The Beatles.

No new striker, no worries - Havertz and Odegaard torment Chelsea

No new striker, no worries - Havertz and Odegaard torment Chelsea

September 06, 2026

Nine points from three games, one goal conceded and big players stepping up - are Arsenal still ahead of the rest in the race for the Premier League title?

Two right-backs in midfield - are Chelsea short despite £349m spent?

Two right-backs in midfield - are Chelsea short despite £349m spent?

September 06, 2026

Chelsea ended Sunday's 2-1 defeat by champions Arsenal with two right-backs alongside each other in midfield - how did they get here?

Champions Arsenal come from behind to beat Chelsea

Champions Arsenal come from behind to beat Chelsea

September 06, 2026

Reigning champions Arsenal came from behind to beat big-spending Chelsea in a pulsating London derby at Emirates Stadium.

Antonelli 'walks over water' for win that will go down in F1 folklore

Antonelli 'walks over water' for win that will go down in F1 folklore

September 06, 2026

Kimi Antonelli delivered one of the great F1 drives to win the Italian Grand Prix and leave Mercedes' team-mate George Russell's title hopes almost a lost cause.

Dunkley century helps England sweep Ireland 3-0

Dunkley century helps England sweep Ireland 3-0

September 06, 2026

Sophia Dunkley hits 119 as England end their international summer with a 114-run thrashing of Ireland at Worcester.

Last-gasp Maitland-Niles stunner rescues point for Everton

Last-gasp Maitland-Niles stunner rescues point for Everton

September 06, 2026

Ainsley Maitland-Niles marked his return to English football by scoring a stunning stoppage-time equaliser as a resilient Everton came from behind twice to draw with Manchester United in the Premier League.

Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?

Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?

September 06, 2026

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?