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. Trump says US Navy will protect ships in Middle East 'if necessary'
[35 hours old]: The US President said he was taking steps to keep energy supplies flowing as oil and gas prices continued to surge.

. The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetables
[345 hours old]: During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.

. The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
[1280 hours old]: There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?

. Why the railways often seem to be in such chaos over Christmas
[1761 hours old]: Parts of Britain’s rail network will close for engineering work over the festive period - but is that the right time to do it?


and in other news ...

- 'Every day feels like a month': Iranians describe life under US-Israeli strikes
[14 hours old]: Iranians are coping with daily strikes, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns - all while trying to stay in touch with loved ones.

* Cyprus criticises UK response to drone strikes ahead of Healey visit
[1 hours old]: The Cypriot government has criticised how the UK has handled information sharing after drone attacks.

- How depleted weapons stockpiles could affect the Iran conflict
[12 hours old]: Weapons stocks will not alone decide the outcome of this conflict, but it's certainly a significant factor, writes the BBC's Jonathan Beale.

- US Senate vote fails to rein in Trump war powers on Iran
[10 hours old]: The measure, passed largely along party lines, would halt US military action until approved by Congress.

- US sub sinks Iranian warship in Indian Ocean, Hegseth says
[3 hours old]: Sri Lanka's navy says around 140 people are feared missing after a military vessel went down off its southern coast.

* South East Water faces £22m fine for supply failures
[0 hours old]: The firm was unable to cope during high demand, Ofwat says, leading to "immense stress" for customers.

- Mahmood to set out curbs to asylum seeker support
[11 hours old]: The home secretary will say in a speech the move is required to restore "trust" to the asylum system.

- Dentists who failed to see enough NHS patients return £900m of government funding
[1 hours old]: Sum represents £1 out of every £7 they have been given by NHS as dentists opt to chase private work.

- Allergy training to become compulsory in schools in England
[4 hours old]: The plans, due to come into force in September, follow support for Benedict's Law, a campaign to improve allergy safety in schools.

- My natural way of playing has been coached out of me, says Raducanu
[2 hours old]: British number one Emma Raducanu says she wants to "bring my instincts back out" as she prepares for Indian Wells in California.

- Drug breakthrough for children with severe form of epilepsy
[11 hours old]: Families say the groundbreaking medicine is transforming the lives of children with Dravet syndrome.

- MP says she has seen nothing to suspect husband has broken law, after China spying arrests
[15 hours old]: The Met Police suspect three men of assisting Chinese intelligence services in the UK.

- The devastating conflict where both sides have reasons to keep fighting
[9 hours old]: A strong supply of weapons and a history of long wars make Sudan's conflict particularly troubling.

- I invested in Brewdog in my husband's memory. He would be turning in his grave
[3 hours old]: Early investors in Brewdog are sharing their stories after the company's collapse wiped out their stakes.

- Dirty laundry and chocolate bars: How Venezuelan prisoners smuggled messages out of jail
[9 hours old]: Prisoners recently released from detention in Venezuela describe the conditions under which they were held.

- The Papers: 'Trump's war goes global' and 'Labour ensnared by China spy probe'
[3 hours old]: Many of the papers on Thursday have honed in on an expanding war zone in the Middle East.

* Messy singer Lola Young back on stage and on form after taking break to 'work on myself'
[1 hours old]: The star hopes to come back stronger after a spell out of the spotlight following an on-stage collapse.

- We have more privacy controls yet less privacy than ever
[9 hours old]: Has online privacy become "a luxury not a right" for us all in 2026?

- We were sexually abused by our driving instructor
[3 hours old]: Two women want tighter regulations after being sexually assaulted by their driving instructor.

- First UK government flight for Britons stuck in Middle East yet to take off
[2 hours old]: The UK government says more than 130,000 British nationals have registered their interest in leaving the Middle East region.

- Iran targets headquarters of Iranian Kurdish forces in Iraq
[1 hours old]: Tehran's strikes come amid speculation that the US wants Iranian Kurdish groups to join the fight against Iran.

- How has Iran responded and which countries has it attacked?
[3 hours old]: Iran continues retaliatory strikes against Israel and across the Gulf, as US and Israeli attacks on Iran enter a fifth day.

- China sets lowest economic growth target since 1991
[6 hours old]: It is also the first time the target has been lowered since it was cut to "around 5%" in 2023.

- Spring sunshine means parts of the UK to bask in temperatures of 19C
[9 hours old]: Warm temperatures for many are expected on Thursday but spring is showing its fickle nature with the weather is set to change next week as Darren Bett explains.

- Harry Styles shares how Liam Payne's death made him relook at his life
[15 hours old]: The singer revealed the impact of losing his former bandmate while discussing his upcoming album.

- Venezuela's interim president says country will work with US on mining developments
[9 hours old]: Venezuela's interim president made the announcement after meeting with US interior minister Doug Burgum at the presidential palace in Caracas.

- What’s Happening Inside Iran?
[13 hours old]: US says it will strike deeper into Iran, but what’s happening in the country?

- Global News Podcast: US Senate blocks bid to limit Trump's powers for Iran war
[4 hours old]: A resolution aimed at reining in Donald Trump's war powers has failed in the US Senate

- 'Only one team tried to play' - Hurzeler criticises Arsenal
[9 hours old]: Was this the evening the villains of the Premier League title race became victors? BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty assesses the ramifications of a big night in Brighton.

- Honda engines risk nerve damage to drivers - Newey
[2 hours old]: Lance Stroll says he cannot do more than 15 laps before risking nerve damage to his hands, according to Aston Martin team principal Adrian Newey.

- My natural way of playing has been coached out of me - Raducanu
[2 hours old]: British number one Emma Raducanu says she wants to "bring my instincts back out" as she prepares for Indian Wells in California.

- Carrick looks for 'lessons' after first Man Utd loss
[9 hours old]: MIchael Carrick says he will take "lessons" from his first defeat in charge of Manchester United in the Premier League.

- 'England at crossroads as seismic India semi-final looms'
[15 hours old]: England, Harry Brook and Brendon McCullum need Jos Buttler now as much as ever as they face reigning champions India in the T20 World Cup semi-final.

- Iran war puts F1 races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia under threat
[2 hours old]: The Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix are under threat as a consequence of the US-Israel war with Iran.

- Stock markets and oil prices still volatile over fears Iran war may drag on
[14 hours old]: Experts have warned that if oil and gas prices remains elevated it could make goods and services more expensive.

- Musk tells jury 'people read too much' into his posts
[7 hours old]: The billionaire is accused of misleading investors in the run-up to his 2022 Twitter purchase.


- Higher tariffs likely this week, says US Treasury
[11 hours old]: Scott Bessent says that "likely sometime this week" the US will increase its global tariff on imports from the existing 10%.

- Father claims Google's AI product fuelled son's delusional spiral
[15 hours old]: The case is the first wrongful death case against Google over alleged harms caused by Gemini.

- Gas price cut for some Firmus Energy customers
[1 hours old]: Gas prices in the Ten Towns area will fall by just over 10% in April.


and in other older news ...

. Satellite images show Iranian navy and nuclear sites hit by US-Israeli strikes
[19 hours old]: US-Israeli strikes have destroyed at least 11 Iranian naval vessels, images reviewed by BBC Verify show.

. Shifting stories and unanswered questions about Trump's war on Iran
[19 hours old]: BBC's Analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at the mixed messaging given by President Donald Trump's administration for its actions in Iran.

. BBC News app
[7411 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests

. Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves star in this action thriller
[176 hours old]: An undercover cop pursuing a gang of bank robbers is seduced by the LA surf scene.

. Are UK interest rates still expected to fall soon?
[19 hours old]: The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

. Will petrol and diesel prices go up now?
[18 hours old]: If oil prices remain high for some time, the knock-on effects could affect the costs of fuel and food

. Remote work, offices shut: Tech giants scramble to respond as Iran war escalates
[18 hours old]: The region has been positioning itself as an AI hub, following billions of dollars in investment by tech giants.

. Use our tax calculator to see how Spring Statement forecasts may affect you
[33 hours old]: Wages are forecast to go up over the next five years but you could pay more tax because of frozen thresholds.

. Brewdog founder admits 'many mistakes' as hundreds lose jobs in sale
[21 hours old]: James Watt apologises to staff and investors after hundreds of jobs were lost with the sale of the brewer and pub chain.

. What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?
[39 hours old]: We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.

. What Spring Statement forecasts could mean for your money
[42 hours old]: Among the data and projections are key figures that shine a light on prospects for your finances.

. No new tax rises in Spring Statement, but don't be fooled - tax bills are still rising
[42 hours old]: There are measures, announced ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement, yet to take effect.

. Trump threatens to halt trade with Spain over military base access
[36 hours old]: Trump lashed out after Spain barred the US from using its military bases to carry out strikes on Iran.

. Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble on fears conflict could escalate
[36 hours old]: Markets react as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies and concerns grow over how long it will last.

. 'I make between £800 and £2,000 a month on zero-hours contracts. There's no consistency'
[44 hours old]: People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances as the chancellor delivers her Spring Statement.

. OpenAI changes deal with US military after backlash
[38 hours old]: Chief Executive Sam Altman said the group would prohibit the use of its systems to spy on Americans.

. Reeves says her plan is working as growth forecast cut for this year
[41 hours old]: The forecasts were made before the conflict in the Middle East broke out which could have a "very significant" impact, the OBR said.

. Amazon says drones damaged three facilities in UAE and Bahrain
[53 hours old]: The incidents highlight the vulnerability of key technology infrastructure during military conflicts.

. Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as US firm buys Brewdog in £33m deal
[63 hours old]: Beverage and cannabis company Tilray acquires the brewery, the brand and 11 bars after Brewdog went into administration.

. Limited flights leave UAE but disruption continues amid Iran strikes
[59 hours old]: The majority of flights to key Middle Eastern hubs have been cancelled for Monday as the conflict continues.

. UK launches consultation asking for views on under-16s social media ban
[83 hours old]: Discussions over what measures to implement to protect children's wellbeing will last for three months.

. Rent tops £1,000 a month in more areas - find out where
[129 hours old]: The cost of renting privately has surged in the last five years, but tenants may now see a slowdown.

. Spring Statement 2026: Key points at a glance
[43 hours old]: Chancellor Rachel Reeves updates MPs on her plans for the economy, as the latest forecasts are unveiled.

. Know when to fold them: the tech inspired by origami
[52 hours old]: Origami techniques can add strength to structures without adding bulk.

. Deepfake attack: 'Many people could have been cheated'
[75 hours old]: The boss of the Bombay Stock Exchange was recently targeted in what is a growing global problem.

. Why you can't get a signal at festivals and sports matches
[153 hours old]: Connecting up music and sports events to the internet is a massive undertaking.

. The family-owned soda firm that still uses returnable glass bottles
[177 hours old]: Soft drinks company Twig's Beverage has a loyal following for its old-fashioned approach.

. Orbital space race heats up in Arctic north
[225 hours old]: Europe lags far behind the US and China in orbital space launches, but new facilities are opening up.

. Are you cut out for living and working in Antarctica?
[249 hours old]: Jobs are available on the icy continent for chefs, plumbers, carpenters and even hairdressers.

. How do you modernise mango farming?
[321 hours old]: India's mango farmers are being urged to innovate as climate change makes cultivation "unpredictable".

. Reddit's human content wins amid the AI flood
[393 hours old]: Reddit says its human contributors are valued amid an internet awash with AI-generated content.

. Trump eyes Venezuela visit – but obstacles to his oil plan remain
[408 hours old]: The US president wants American energy firms to start extracting the crude but they are reluctant.

. Get a grip: Robotics firms struggle to develop hands
[489 hours old]: Developing a durable and affordable hand is one of the biggest challenges in robotics.

. Who is billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and how did he make his money?
[499 hours old]: The industrialist and Manchester United co-owner has apologised over comments he made about immigration.

. The US economy is growing - so where are all the jobs?
[489 hours old]: As hiring rates and job openings drop, some worry a tough job market could be here to stay.

. The Dutch love four-day working weeks, but are they sustainable?
[513 hours old]: The Netherlands has the lowest working hours in Europe, but some say it is harming its economy.

. Why food fraud persists, even with improving tech
[561 hours old]: Even with sophisticated technology it is still difficult to detect fake foods.

. Why are UK prices still rising?
[18 hours old]: UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.

. 'I fiddled the meter for a mate and the shop burnt down'
[27 hours old]: A BBC investigation speaks to electricians and families setting up illegal meter bypasses to steal power.

. Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?
[2298 hours old]: Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.

. Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?
[2409 hours old]: Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"

. The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis
[2497 hours old]: Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?

. Wales' richest man says Britain is 'uncomfortable place' for Jews
[50 hours old]: The billionaire says "anti-semitism is always in the air" with parallels to the persecution his ancestors faced.

. Edible Economics by Ha-Joon Chang (Omnibus)
[121 hours old]: Professor Ha-Joon Chang, “a hungry economist” explores why economics matters.

. Why you should consider fixing your energy tariff now
[141 hours old]: Martin Lewis explains what the upcoming change to the energy price cap means for your bills.

. 'Is this all bad debt or good debt?'
[159 hours old]: Karen has not only left the family in emotional turmoil but also in serious debt.

. Martin Lewis on what the new energy price cap means
[189 hours old]: Typical household energy bills will fall by 7% in April, regulator Ofgem has announced, following a shake-up in charges by the government.


 
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