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Racism and staff shortages factors in 'failing' maternity care, report finds

Racism and staff shortages factors in 'failing' maternity care, report finds

February 26, 2026

The interim report has identified problems "at every stage" of the maternity journey in England.

Watch: BBC on streets of Mexican city gripped by deadly cartel violence

Watch: BBC on streets of Mexican city gripped by deadly cartel violence

February 25, 2026

BBC international correspondent Quentin Sommerville travelled to Culiacán in northern Sinaloa state following an explosion in violence.

Jersey approves assisted dying law

Jersey approves assisted dying law

February 26, 2026

The Jersey vote means five parliaments across the British Isles are now debating assisted dying.

Cuba says it shot dead four people on US-registered speedboat

Cuba says it shot dead four people on US-registered speedboat

February 26, 2026

The passengers were Cuban nationals living in the US and intended to "carry out an infiltration for terrorist purposes", the Cuban government says.

This coastal idyll banned 'harmful' holiday lets. Eight years on, has it worked?

This coastal idyll banned 'harmful' holiday lets. Eight years on, has it worked?

February 26, 2026

A ban on new holiday homes sees more permanent residents but some say the policy harms tourism.

Israeli soldiers shot a Palestinian boy and stood around as he bled to death, video shows

Israeli soldiers shot a Palestinian boy and stood around as he bled to death, video shows

February 26, 2026

Israeli forces blocked Palestinian ambulances while a 14-year-old lay bleeding for at least 45 minutes.

Number of young people out of work or education edges closer to one million

Number of young people out of work or education edges closer to one million

February 26, 2026

People at the start of their careers are particularly affected by the UK's weak job market.

Nigeria to hold inquest into death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's toddler

Nigeria to hold inquest into death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's toddler

February 26, 2026

The internationally acclaimed writer has accused Nigerian hospital Euracare of negligence, which it denies.

Royal Mail bosses to be called to Parliament over letter delivery failures

Royal Mail bosses to be called to Parliament over letter delivery failures

February 26, 2026

It comes after hundreds of people contacted BBC Your Voice to express frustration over late deliveries.

Gorton and Denton by-election polls open

Gorton and Denton by-election polls open

February 26, 2026

There are 11 candidates battling to become the next MP for Gorton and Denton in Greater Manchester.

'Fear is everywhere': BBC reports from Mexican city turned into war zone by drug cartel feud

'Fear is everywhere': BBC reports from Mexican city turned into war zone by drug cartel feud

February 25, 2026

Culiacán in northern Mexico has seen a surge in violence as rival factions of the Sinaloa cartel battle for control.

Five tips to help you get your first job

Five tips to help you get your first job

February 26, 2026

Whether it's a Saturday job or your first full-time role, here are some expert tips to help you get on the career ladder.

There's a solution for e-bike parking chaos - but it's not problem-free

There's a solution for e-bike parking chaos - but it's not problem-free

February 26, 2026

Introducing dedicated parking bays has not completely solved the issue.

'I based horror game on working in a Scottish chippy'

'I based horror game on working in a Scottish chippy'

February 26, 2026

Developer James Muirhead said his old job provided the perfect setting for his latest creation.

Faisal Islam: Is the UK economy really turning a corner?

Faisal Islam: Is the UK economy really turning a corner?

February 25, 2026

The Chancellor is trying to use this moment as a launching pad for a wider attempt to gee up consumer and business confidence.

Yungblud festival goes international, but not everyone's convinced

Yungblud festival goes international, but not everyone's convinced

February 25, 2026

The third instalment is taking place in the Czech Republic after being held in Milton Keynes.

Shot in school uniform: BBC reveals police order led to Gen Z protest killings in Nepal

Shot in school uniform: BBC reveals police order led to Gen Z protest killings in Nepal

February 26, 2026

New evidence reveals what happened when 19 people were shot dead in Kathmandu last September.

US and Iran begin talks seen as crucial to prevent conflict

US and Iran begin talks seen as crucial to prevent conflict

February 26, 2026

The indirect negotiations in Geneva are seen as a last-ditch effort, but the chances of a nuclear agreement are unclear.

UK finalises post-Brexit border deal for Gibraltar

UK finalises post-Brexit border deal for Gibraltar

February 26, 2026

Travellers to the Rock will have to show their passport twice under a new UK-EU treaty.

North Korea could 'get along' with US, says Kim Jong Un

North Korea could 'get along' with US, says Kim Jong Un

February 26, 2026

Kim said they could get along if the US accepts that Pyongyang's nuclear weapons are here to stay.

Earth's heat to power 10,000 homes in renewable energy first for UK

Earth's heat to power 10,000 homes in renewable energy first for UK

February 26, 2026

Water super-heated by rocks will also provide the UK's first domestic supply of the critical mineral lithium.

Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs in cost-cutting drive

Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs in cost-cutting drive

February 26, 2026

The technology and online grocery group is cutting about 5% of its global workforce, with two-thirds of the losses in the UK.

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How Did A Tip-Off From Sir Lindsay Hoyle Lead To Peter Mandelson’s Arrest?

How Did A Tip-Off From Sir Lindsay Hoyle Lead To Peter Mandelson’s Arrest?

February 25, 2026

The Metropolitan Police apologises to Commons Speaker for sharing Mandelson tip-off.

A Woman's Hour and SEND in the Spotlight special

A Woman's Hour and SEND in the Spotlight special

February 24, 2026

We hear from a range of voices on the impact of the government's SEND reforms in England.

Bizarre VAR? Why Kelly's second yellow card became 'awful' straight red

Bizarre VAR? Why Kelly's second yellow card became 'awful' straight red

February 25, 2026

An 'awful' decision, or 'always going to be a red'? Why Juventus' Lloyd Kelly's second yellow card became a straight red in his side's Champions League exit at the hands of Galatasaray.

Real Madrid condemn fan for alleged Nazi salute

Real Madrid condemn fan for alleged Nazi salute

February 26, 2026

Real Madrid launch an investigation after a supporter allegedly performed a Nazi salute before the club's Champions League win against Benfica on Wednesday.

'I had some potential, but my personality was preventing me reaching it'

'I had some potential, but my personality was preventing me reaching it'

February 26, 2026

Thibaut Flament's unique journey to the top of rugby continued this year when he went public on his reason for missing France's Six Nations opener.

Trump joke 'overshadows' US women's Olympic success

Trump joke 'overshadows' US women's Olympic success

February 26, 2026

A "distasteful joke" by US President Donald Trump overshadows the achievement of female athletes at the Winter Olympics, says USA ice hockey gold medallist Hilary Knight.

Why Villa are this season's big overperformers

Why Villa are this season's big overperformers

February 26, 2026

Are Aston Villa wobbling?

Will drivers still make a difference in F1 in 2026?

Will drivers still make a difference in F1 in 2026?

February 26, 2026

Have F1's new rules damaged its status as the ultimate challenge? Andrew Benson assesses what the drivers are having to do differently and whether skill still matters.