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US discussing options to acquire Greenland, including use of military, White House says
It came as European allies rallied behind Denmark, which is pushing back against Trump's ambitions for the Arctic island.

UK and France to send troops to Ukraine if peace deal agreed
The announcement was made by UK PM Sir Keir Starmer after a meeting of Ukraine's allies in Paris.

Chris Mason: Greenland and Ukraine point to Trump's head-spinning unpredictability
This week has seen two case studies in how Europe is trying to bind the US into its future, writes the BBC's political editor.

Russia sends navy ships to guard oil tanker being pursued by US forces
US officials say that American forces plan to seize the Russian-flagged ship accused of breaking sanctions.

More snow and ice across nearly all of UK as cold snap continues
The Met Office warns about potential injuries from slips and falls as icy conditions continue.

Learner drivers face longer wait for tests as lower drink-drive limit proposed
A minimum learning period of up to six months could be introduced for learner drivers

The painful questions for Nato and the EU as Trump threatens Greenland
The White House has said that 'utilising the ‌US military is ‍always an option at the commander-in-chief's disposal'

Assisted dying campaigners request extra time for peers to scrutinise bill
Concern is growing among supporters the bill won't pass parliamentary hurdles in the allotted days.

BBC looks into the relationship between Cuba and Venezuela
The BBC's Cuba correspondent, Will Grant, explains what's the nature of the relationship between Venezuela and Cuba.

Police told wrong family teen had died in crash
South Yorkshire Police says it mixed up the identities of the teen with another male in the car.

Lego unveils tech-filled Smart Bricks - to play experts' unease
Lego says its new tech-enabled products are its "most revolutionary innovation" since it launched its mini-figurines in 1978.

Elon Musk's X should deal with 'appalling' Grok AI deepfakes, government demands
Grok is being used to digitally remove women's clothing - something victims describe as "dehumanising".

Trump's Venezuela raid has created chaos - and that is a risk for China
The US's seizure of Nicolás Maduro carries uncertainty for China, which is is no fan of chaos.

Opposition leader Machado says she should be in charge of Venezuela
President Trump has publicly dismissed the Nobel winner Machado saying she doesn't have local support and respect.

Trump says Venezuela will be 'turning over' up to 50m barrels of oil to US
Earlier the president said US oil firms could be "up and running" in the country within 18 months.

Venezuelan security forces detain journalists from foreign news organisations
Venezuelans describe their fear of speaking out as 14 media workers are detained and police check people's social media.

Trump supporters across US react to Venezuela operation
Trump supporters react after US forces seized Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro with some welcoming the move and others expressing caution about what it means going forward.

US action in Venezuela morally right, Badenoch says
The Conservative leader tells the BBC the military operation raises "serious questions about the rules-based order".

The Papers: 'Boots on the ground' and 'one for the road'
Plans for British troops in Ukraine and a tightening of drink-driving laws lead Wednesday's papers.

Why I now hug the man who killed my son with a single punch
Joan Scourfield joins forces with Jacob Dunne to highlight the benefits of restorative justice.

Is AI taking the fun out of fantasy football?
Some fans of FPL and other leagues are turning to chatbots and apps to get a leg up over other players.

I want to tell Jesy Nelson, there's hope, says mum of child with SMA
SMA is a progressive muscle-wasting disease that can cause death within two years if untreated.

Why does Trump want Greenland?
The US president's repeated demands to control Greenland could threaten the Nato military alliance.

How cold does it have to be for snow?
We spoke to Dr Sylvia Knight of the Royal Meteorologist Society to answer six very important cold weather questions.

Should I still walk my dog during cold weather?
Pets may need help to stay warm and safe when wintry conditions arrive.

What are cold weather payments and who can get them?
Some people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland can get help with heating costs during cold spells.

Award-winning actor 'regains feeling in feet' with new MND drug
Belfast actor Michael Campbell, also known as Michael Patrick, was diagnosed with the terminal disease in February 2023.

Poor decisions in extending prison lease, MPs say
A committee report says "poor commercial decisions" were made when the lease was signed.

Man who tried to save mum and daughter from sea could get posthumous award
Mark Ratcliffe died trying to save Sarah Keeling and her daughter, Grace, at Withernsea, say police.

Aldrich Ames, CIA agent who sold secrets to the Soviets, dies aged 84
The double agent compromised more than 100 operations and betrayed more than 30 agents spying for the West.

No conspiracy over Israeli football fans ban, West Midlands Police say
Senior police officers reiterate banning Israeli fans from the Villa game was "based on safety".

Actress Ashley Tisdale says she left her 'toxic mom group'
The High School Musical actress says she left the group of new mothers after being "brought to tears".