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We'll end children living in B&Bs, government says in child poverty pledge
The strategy also includes making childcare more accessible for families on Universal Credit.

How a 'fertility gap' is fuelling the rise of one-child families
The proportion of UK families with one child has grown since the turn of the century - with knock-on effects for society

Netherlands, Spain, Ireland and Slovenia boycott Eurovision after Israel allowed to compete
There had been calls for Israel's exclusion over the war in Gaza, as well as unfair voting accusations.

My husband would still be alive if he'd got Post Office compensation
The widow and daughter of Jonathan Armstrong tell the BBC about the toll the Horizon scandal took on his health.

Turkey breeder supplying luxury stores investigated over welfare
Farm workers are suspended over animal welfare and biosecurity concerns at a turkey breeding site.

Top scientist says research visa restrictions mean UK 'shooting itself in foot' economically
Prof Sir Paul Nurse says the UK is "shooting itself in the foot" with its visa system for researchers.

Anthony Zurcher: Boat strike briefings help Hegseth - but shipwreck video release may hurt
Republicans and Democrats agreed he didn't order killing everyone on an alleged drug boat. That's where the consensus ended.

60 delivery riders face deportation after illegal work crackdown
The Home Office says the group are among 171 riders arrested over seven days in November in a national "enforcement blitz".

'All Israeli people are with us', parents of last dead hostage in Gaza tell BBC
The body of Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old Israeli police officer, is the last not yet returned by Hamas from Gaza.

Have British spies learned lessons from the Skripal poisonings?
Rusia's ability to target a defector with nerve agent is almost certainly diminished but it may pose other threats, the BBC's security correspondent writes.

Why I'm terrified of motorways even though I've been driving for 20 years
A woman shares her experience of driving anxiety and a driving coach gives tips to combat this fear.

Weekly quiz: Where did shopkeepers find a drunk raccoon?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

We would sell books by AI, says Waterstones boss
James Daunt says booksellers instinctively have "disdain" for AI but it could be sold if clearly labelled.

The Papers: Russian assets 'deal' plan and 'Joe the GOAT'
A mixed range of stories feature on Friday's front page - but many picture England cricketer Joe Root after his heroics in the Ashes.

The World Cup draw is here - this is how it will work
Pots, quadrants, confederation constraints, group position grids ... the World Cup draw is not going to be straightforward.

What legal experts say about second US strike on Venezuela boat
Several legal experts have told BBC Verify that there was no legal basis for the second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat by the US military.

He’s King of romance, but what’s Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan’s marriage advice?
Shah Rukh Khan and fellow actor Kajol were in London for the unveiling of a new statue of them.

Ukraine sport chiefs express 'deep indignation' after diver switches to compete for Russia
The Ukrainian Diving Federation wants diver Sofiia Lyskun to be stripped of all awards after the European champion switched her international allegiance to Russia.

Faroe Islands scraps one of Europe's strictest abortion laws
Politicians in the self-governing Danish territory have voted to overturn legislation which banned abortion in most cases.

Police recover $19k Fabergé egg swallowed by NZ man
The man allegedly tried to steal the diamond-studded egg named after the James Bond film Octopussy.

Details of plan to keep pubs open longer for World Cup revealed
Licensing hours could be extended to 01:00 if a home nation reaches the final stages next summer.

Meta shifts some metaverse investments to AI smart glasses
The company has struggled to convince investors of the viability of the metaverse, a nascent technology.

US Supreme Court allows Texas to use redrawn voting maps in midterms
The electoral map could boost the Republican effort to shore up their majority in the coming 2026 midterm elections.

Man who killed ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe apologises to his family
Tetsuya Yamagami said during his trial that he felt '"deeply sorry" towards Abe's widow Akie.

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Porn and Masculinity: How to Teach Kids about Sex and Relationships
Musician Jordan Stephens on why we need sex education fit for the digital age.

Is Russia Really Ready For War With Europe?
And is the UK really ready to get closer to the EU?

Smith drop an early blow in tale of two Ashes keepers
Why wicketkeeper Jamie Smith's drop on day two of second Ashes Test is potentially worrying for England.

Frustration and anger - why 'huge question marks' hang over Man Utd
Ruben Amorim declares himself angry and frustrated as his Manchester United side again lose a lead - with consistency continuing to be an issue.

'Absolutely plumb!' - Confident Archer ends Weatherald's innings
Jofra Archer bowls a brilliant yorker to dismiss Jake Weatherald lbw for 72, leaving Australia on 146-2 on day two of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.

The World Cup draw is here - this is how it will work
Pots, quadrants, confederation constraints, group position grids ... the World Cup draw is not going to be straightforward.

Memorable O'Sullivan moments as snooker great turns 50
As Ronnie O'Sullivan turns 50, BBC Sport picks out 10 great moments from his career - and it could have been many more.