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More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces
The UK government announces further air defence systems will be sent to countries in the region along with troops to operate them.

Teenage boy at centre of Scott Mills sexual offences investigation was under 16, police say
The case was dropped in 2019 after the CPS deemed there was insufficient evidence to bring charges, police say.

Diplomatic challenges facing King on US visit
King Charles will be expected to improve UK and US relations on his state visit next month.

British billionaire to donate £190m to Cambridge University
Hedge fund founder Chris Rokos said he wanted to "give something back" to the UK with the donation.

Amateur rapper whose XL bully killed his mother-in-law jailed for 10 years
Ashley Warren, who was the first person charged under new XL bully legislation, is sentenced.

Taylor Swift pays homage to Elizabeth Taylor with surprise music video
The star's new music video compiles clips from Elizabeth Taylor's movies and public appearances.

Labour suspends outspoken backbench MP Karl Turner
The Hull East MP says he was suspended because of his "robust" criticism of the government's policy on jury trials.

Tiger Woods had pills in pocket at crash scene, say police
Tiger Woods had two hydrocodone pills in his pocket as officers observed him acting "lethargic and slow" following his car crash in Florida last week, a police report says.

Woman without a womb helps to deliver her own baby
Laura Folan, born with a rare condition, recalls her journey to motherhood thanks to surrogacy.

UK and France extend talks over new small boats deal
A three-year deal to pay for more French patrols to intercept smuggling gangs was due to expire at midnight.

Oil nears highest price since start of Iran war
The US-Israel Iran war has halted almost all traffic in a key waterway and the price Brent crude has surged.

Hegseth calls on US allies to 'step up' over Strait of Hormuz
The defence secretary's comments came after US President Donald Trump told other nations to "go get your own oil".

Iran using children in security roles in war, reports and witnesses say
An 11-year-old is reported to have been killed in an air strike while manning a checkpoint in Tehran.

Inside the cockpit of RAF tanker during defensive mission against Iranian drones
Defence correspondent Jonathan Beale flies onboard a Royal Air Force Voyager as it refuels jets in the Middle East.

Israel says it will keep control over part of southern Lebanon after war with Hezbollah ends
Defence Minister Israel Katz also says houses in Lebanese villages near the Israeli border will be demolished.

'Something wasn't right': Wrong sperm given to UK families by IVF clinics in northern Cyprus
Families of seven children believe the wrong sperm or egg donors were used in their IVF treatment.

Who could replace Scott Mills as Radio 2's Breakfast Show host?
Vernon Kay, Claudia Winkleman, Greg James and Rylan Clark are among the names suggested to replace Scott Mills.

Cutting-edge designs of 'unsinkable' Titanic to be made public for first time
Titanic was the largest and most technically advanced ship of her day but sank on her maiden voyage.

Why the benefit used by more than 8 million people may not be fit for the future
Can Universal Credit and the work and benefits system more generally reshape itself to meet a new reality?

Huge fires at Russian oil facilities following Ukraine strikes, satellite images show
BBC Verify examines recent damage to three key Russian oil export facilities near the Baltic Sea.

'Fake landlord lied that his dad had died to scam my deposit'
The Met Police says it is investigating a number of suspected frauds in relation to flat rental.

The man who wants to bring human composting to the UK
Human composting is when a body placed in a sealed vessel containing organic matter turns into soil.

When is Nasa's Moon mission launch and what will Artemis do?
The first crewed Moon mission in 50 years could launch in April, ahead of a future lunar landing.

The personal items the crew are taking with them
The crew, who are accomplished pilots, engineers and scientists, reveal their hopes, fears and family sacrifices.

Trump sees 'America First' opportunity in going to the Moon
A competitive edge with China and a possible lunar gold rush are twin goals behind Artemis II, experts tell the BBC.

Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters
From a race with China to lunar discoveries, the US is investing time, effort and money to head to the Moon - and beyond.

Carey Mulligan awarded CBE at Windsor Castle
The star of Promising Young Woman and An Education says receiving the award is "extraordinary".

Tottenham Supporters' Trust says it cannot support De Zerbi appointment
Opposition to the appointment of new manager Roberto de Zerbi is growing among official Tottenham fans' groups, because of the Italian's controversial support of Mason Greenwood.

Islanders snap up free bananas after shop orders 38,000 by mistake
Tesco in Kirkwall gave away 380 boxes to schools and groups in just three days.

Housing market will soften if Iran war drags on, Nationwide says
The lender says the market regained momentum in March, but rising mortgage and energy costs could hit consumer confidence.

Delivery driver threatened at gunpoint to drive bomb to police station
A senior police officer says it is "highly likely" that dissident republicans are responsible for the attack.

Wolf bites woman in shock German attack in Hamburg shopping street
It is believed to be the first wolf attack on a human since the animals began to reestablish themselves in Germany decades ago.