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Spurs boost Europe hopes with Watford win

Tottenham move closer to qualifying for next season's Champions League with a scrappy win over Watford at Wembley Stadium.

Sainsbury's boss caught singing 'We're in the Money'

Mike Coupe was between TV interviews when he started singing "We're in the Money".

Stormy Daniels sues Trump over 'defamatory' tweet

Adult film star Stormy Daniels' lawyer says the US president made a false statement to denigrate her.

Disclosure 'failings' in rape case woman did not want prosecuted

Latest incident to highlight issues over provision of details to defence lawyers in England and Wales.

John Woodcock MP suspended over sexual harassment claims

Labour's John Woodcock is alleged to have sent inappropriate messages to a former female aide.

Israel says Iran breaking nuclear deal

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reveals what he says are "Iran's secret nuclear files".

Brexit: Government defeat in Lords over terms of meaningful vote

Peers vote to give Parliament the power to stop the UK from leaving the EU without a deal.

Jack the Ripper postcard sold for £22,000 at auction

The card is dated 29 October 1888, which was 11 days before Mary Kelly was murdered.

Woman with Asperger's removed from BFI cinema 'for laughing'

Tamsin Parker, who has Asperger's syndrome, was "forcibly removed" from the British Film Institute.

Russell Brand cancels tour after mum hurt in car crash

The comic praises the NHS and says tickets will be refunded and the shows "possibly" rescheduled.

Debut novelist reveals how sickle cell disease inspired her book

Debut novelist Adebayo Ayobami reveals how sickle cell disease inspired her book.

What could a female director mean for Star Trek?

Acclaimed TV director SJ Clarkson is tipped to helm the next Star Trek film.

Illegal immigration: Are ID cards the answer?

Two former Labour home secretaries call for ID card plans to be revived.

How cough syrup in Nigeria is creating a generation of addicts

The BBC's Ruona Meyer investigates the people making, selling and consuming opioid-based medicine in Nigeria.

BBC reporter Ahmad Shah killed in Afghanistan attack

Ahmad Shah is killed in the eastern province of Khost, on a day of deadly attacks on the media.

Barnier warns of no Brexit deal without border backstop

EU Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier urges rapid agreement by June on the thorny Irish border issue.

Trump attacks 'filthy' Michelle Wolf over White House dinner act

He lashes out at Michelle Wolf's blistering 'roasts' at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

Pelicans gatecrash university graduation

The birds swooped on students at the ceremony on the Californian coast.

Biggest ever Antarctic project to start

British and American scientists will assess the stability of one of Antarctica's biggest ice streams.

Syria war: Missile strikes on military sites 'kill pro-Assad fighters'

Unconfirmed reports say the attacks in Hama and Aleppo provinces killed a number of Iranians.

Legal row over who owns France.com domain

A man who has run the France.com website since 1994 is suing after it was given to the French government.

Prom dress prompts 'cultural appropriation' row

A US student's decision to wear traditional Chinese dress for prom has drawn criticism and support online.

Logan Paul ends daily YouTube vlog series

The popular video creator says he will no longer post daily updates after 536 uploads.

Twin Peaks: Teresa Banks actress Pamela Gidley dies, aged 52

The US actress, best-known for her role as Teresa Banks, has died aged 52, her family confirm.

Who is Sajid Javid?

The second-generation immigrant son of a bus driver who is now in charge of the UK's immigration policy.

Katrice Lee: German riverbank to be dug up in missing child search

A riverbank site in Germany close to where Katrice Lee disappeared is to be excavated.

Sophia Peters: Father gets life for strangling daughter with dressing gown cord

Robert Peters was ordered to spend at least 24 years in prison for murdering seven-year-old Sophia.

Ruaridh Brown: Father saves baby son's life with CPR

Just weeks after taking a first aid course, Alec Brown had to put his new skills into practice on his son.

Caravan migrants stuck at US-Mexico border

They are seeking asylum in the US, but have been told the border crossing near San Diego is full.

In pictures: Remembering photographer killed in Kabul

A selection of photographs by Shah Marai who has been killed in a bombing in Kabul.

Mystery over unused Euro 96 tickets found in suitcase

The tickets for all 31 matches at Euro 96 had a face value of £1,680 - but were never used.

Sajid Javid to be new home secretary

The communities secretary is promoted following Amber Rudd's resignation, with James Brokenshire also returning to the cabinet.

Rent costs full-time workers every penny earned until May

A year's rent takes every penny earned by full-time workers until the first week of May, study shows.

Police Scotland chief tried to 'suppress' conduct report

Secret police documents leaked to the BBC show attempts were made to suppress a critical report.

Kirsty Maxwell death: Friends in Benidorm to mark anniversary

The friends of a woman who died after falling from a balcony in Benidorm have gone back there to mark the one-year anniversary of her death.

Sainsbury's vows price cuts in Asda deal

The mega merger will also lead to no store closures and no job losses in stores, Sainsbury's boss says.

Barnier 'doesn't understand' unionist stance, says DUP

The EU's chief Brexit negotiator is visiting Ireland amid tensions over its border with the UK.

Kabul bombings: Photographer Shah Marai among 21 dead

At least 21 people die in two blasts in the Afghan capital, including AFP photographer Shah Marai.

North Korea: Chinese foreign minister to visit Pyongyang after historic talks

The visit is part of a diplomatic flurry between Friday's historic summit and Trump-Kim talks.

Amber Rudd: Why has the home secretary resigned?

The home secretary has resigned, saying she "inadvertently misled" MPs over targets for removing illegal immigrants.

News Daily: Amber Rudd resigns and Labour's pledge on loans

Your morning briefing for 30 April 2018.

Royal wedding: TV licence waived for community parties

Street parties can screen the wedding live without having to buy a licence, the BBC says.

A Gym Thing: The play with weighty issues

A Gym Thing is a new play, set during an hour-long workout, tackling the obsessive compulsive disorder bigorexia.

Why does the US still have 'debtors' prisons'?

Four in 10 Americans wouldn't have money to cover a $400 fine - so many serve time in jail instead.

Nigeria’s deadly codeine cough syrup epidemic

With thousands in Nigeria addicted to codeine cough syrup, BBC Africa goes undercover to investigate.

Caravans making a comeback

Cathy Chamberlain is bringing curvy caravans back in fashion.

Amber Rudd resigns: What went wrong for home secretary?

Amber Rudd's resignation is a huge change in fortunes for one of the Conservatives' rising stars.

Amber Rudd's resignation letter and Theresa May's response

Ms Rudd admits to the prime minister she "inadvertently misled the Home Affairs Select Committee".

Ostracised and fetishised: The perils of travelling as a young black woman

Ashley Butterfield has been around the world - but a visit to India brought home the challenges of being a lone black female tourist.

Are our online lives about to become 'private' again?

The new rules which might help stop private information being shared without our knowledge.

'It's a hacker's paradise out there'

How cyber security firm Darktrace was set up by former members of the UK security services and maths professors.

Labour pledges cap on overdraft fees and interest payments

Shadow chancellor John McDonnell says he wants to end the "national scandal" of poor families in debt.

The Papers: Rudd's resignation and 'DIY abortions'

Amber Rudd's resignation from the Home Office over the Windrush scandal dominates the front pages.

Amber Rudd resigns as home secretary

The home secretary quits, following claims she misled Parliament over targets for removing illegal migrants.

Glasgow Clydeside Expressway bus crash seriously injures two

The crash, close to the Clyde Tunnel, has left several other people injured, police say.

Weather: Rain and wind warnings for parts of UK

Some areas could see a month's rainfall and Monday's rush hour is expected to be disrupted.

Avengers: Infinity War estimated to break global opening weekend record

The superhero sequel is estimated to have the highest ever global opening weekend take of $630m.

T-Mobile agrees $26bn mega-merger with Sprint

The tie-up could help the US telecoms firms win more customers but it may face regulatory scrutiny.

Iranians launch banknote protest to get round censorship

A group of Twitter users launch a campaign to spread messages of dissent on banknotes.

Obituary: Michael Martin

Lord Martin symbolised for many in Labour the opportunities their party offered to working class people.

Red diesel trial collapse shows 'systemic disclosure failings'

The collapse is indicative of a "systemic failure" in disclosing evidence, a judge says.

Mullaghbawn: Wanted men 'kicked and beaten with iron bars'

PSNI say due to the "violent actions" of some, they had to redirect resources towards investigating a serious assault.

Solar plant built at site of Chernobyl nuclear disaster

How solar power is giving the site of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster a new beginning.

North Korea: 'Real opportunity' for nuclear deal, Pompeo says

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's comments came as North Korea said it was closing a nuclear test site.

Sir Vince Cable: Governments assume public are 'pretty bigoted'

The Lib Dem leader claims he tried to rein in Theresa May's "hostile environment" for illegal migrants.

Brazilian surfer Rodrigo Koxa breaks wave world record

Surf officials confirm the 80ft (24.4 metre) wave Rodrigo Koxa surfed was a world record.

Sheku Bayoh: Family sue Police Scotland's chief constable

Relatives of Sheku Bayoh are seeking £2m from Iain Livingstone over his death in custody.

Buckingham University aims to be UK's 'first drug-free campus'

Vice-chancellor Sir Anthony Seldon says institutions are "failing students on drugs".

White House tree: Emmanuel Macron's sapling disappears

The tree, planted by Presidents Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron, is no longer on the South Lawn.

Halsey: Shampoo in hotels ignores black people

Halsey has defended a tweet in which she called out hotels for not providing shampoo for 'people of colour'.

Games no longer where careers 'go to die'

Christopher Judge the actor who plays Kratos in the new God of War speaks to Newsbeat about the jump from the silver screen to games.

Sainsbury's and Asda merger 'must be investigated'

UK competition watchdog is urged by politicians to probe a potential merger of Sainsbury's and Asda.

Donald Trump attends rally instead of correspondents' dinner

The US president avoided the White House Correspondents' dinner, but was still the butt of the jokes.

Ex-Commons Speaker Lord Martin dies aged 72

The former Labour MP, who was Speaker before John Bercow, died on Sunday morning after a short illness.

Brandon Lewis insists Amber Rudd did nothing wrong

Labour accuses Amber Rudd's former deputy of "hiding behind semantics" in a bid to save her career.

Fortnite: 13-year-old is game's youngest professional player

Kyle Jackson from Sidcup in Kent is set to compete for cash prizes in events all over the world.

Diners hurt as ceiling collapses in Bolton restaurant

The diners were treated by paramedics in the "shocking" incident in Bolton on Saturday night.

Australia to fund Great Barrier Reef restoration and protection

The World Heritage site has lost 30% of its coral due to environmental degradation.

Four hurt in hit-and-run in Newport

Two of the four have received "potentially life changing injuries", say police.

White House Correspondents' dinner: Michelle Wolf roasts Trump

Host Michelle Wolf made controversial jokes at the annual dinner, which the president didn't attend.

Huggable heroes: 'Daddy cuddly toy helps my child cope'

Military wife Natasha Balfe says the "huggable hero" toy has helped her daughter sleep at night.

Rotten durian causes Melbourne university evacuation

The smell of gas reported in a students' library in Melbourne turned out to be a rotting durian.

Comedian's Sarah Sanders 'roast' stuns White House Correspondents' Dinner

President Trump's press secretary was visibly upset during a comedian's personalised takedown at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

The Briton fighting 'other people's wars'

John Harding, an ex-serviceman, first fought Islamic State and is now embroiled in the fighting in Ukraine.

North Korea nuclear test site to close in May, South Korea says

A South Korean spokesman says the closure will be done in public with foreign experts invited.

Windrush assurances should be written into law, say MPs

More than 200 MPs sign a letter to the government criticising its approach to the deportation row.

Manchester attack victim: 'I'll prove terrorists wrong'

A man paralysed in the Manchester Arena attack says he's determined to “prove the terrorists wrong” by taking part in the city’s 10k race.

Donald Trump renews criticism of 'lousy' London embassy

The US embassy in London moved from Grosvenor Square in Mayfair to Vauxhall earlier this year.

BMI and obesity: Where are you on the UK fat scale?

Use this calculator to find out how your BMI compares with the rest of the nation and get tips from health experts.

From Russian orphan to Team USA

Tatyana McFadden's won 17 Paralympic medals, but life was far from easy.

Women's suffrage: 10 reasons why men opposed votes for women

Women's hats and 'emotional temperament' were among the reasons given to oppose the 1918 vote.

Why you may have been eating insects your whole life

It is little publicised, but one of the most used red food colourings is made from crushed up bugs.

The shame felt by people who struggle to read and write

Readers share their experiences of what it is like to be an adult with literacy problems.

'Hiding at the back of the gym crying'

Craig Toley reveals how he dealt with a cancer diagnosis as men are urged to talk more about the illness.

The Scottish island where George Orwell created 1984

The famous author took himself to a remote Scottish island to finish his final masterpiece.

Reality Check: Does obesity cost more than police and fire service?

Is it true that the UK spends more on treating obesity than it does on police or the fire service?

How can you tell who's won the local elections?

Local elections take place in England on 3 May. How can you tell what the results mean?

Crackdown plan on Scottish limited partnerships

The UK government says Scottish limited partnerships have been exploited in complex "dirty money" schemes.

Fake five-star reviews being bought and sold online

A trade in false online reviews relied upon by millions is identified in a BBC investigation.

Burning Man founder Larry Harvey dies aged 70

Larry Harvey, who founded the huge countercultural event in 1986, dies in San Francisco aged 70.

The Papers: 'Farewell' Alfie Evans and Tory 'sex probe'

The death of toddler Alfie Evans leads the front pages as Sadiq Khan calls for Amber Rudd to resign.

Pamplona rape case: Protests over sentence go in to third day

Thousands turn out on third day of protests after so-called "wolf pack" of men were cleared of rape.

GB team promoted back to elite level

Great Britain return to ice hockey's elite level for the first time since 1994 after victory over Hungary.

Saudi Arabia 'sorry' for promotional footage of women wrestlers

State television broke off the broadcast of the WWE spectacle when the women appeared on screen.

Alfie Evans: Supporters release balloons to remember toddler

The 23-month-old toddler has died nearly a week after his life support was withdrawn.

Rescued bald eagle released into the wild in Canada

The female bird of prey was given a traditional Native American farewell in Canada.

Healthy Tasmanian devils discovered by scientists looking to save species

The find is said to be "very significant" as disease is threatening the survival of the species.

Sainsbury's and Asda in merger talks

Talks to combine the two British supermarket chains are at an advanced stage, the BBC confirms.

Hemel Hempstead autopilot seat switch driver banned

He said he was the "unlucky one who got caught" after being seen in the passenger seat, the court hears.

Play as a refugee in Syrian war video game

The BAFTA nominated video game trying to teach people about what it's like for refugees fleeing Syria.

16-year-old creates art from used lottery scratch cards

James Thomas, 16, said his work depicts his native East Sussex and his new home in Yorkshire.

Trump-Macron-Merkel body language analysed

A body language expert on the president's body language towards Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron.

Myanmar violence: Thousands flee fresh fighting in Kachin state

The UN sounds alarm as civilians face growing violence in a longstanding conflict in Kachin state.

Missing London rapper Kenny Mukendi 'threw himself into Brazil sea'

Kenny Mukendi disappeared in Rio de Janeiro after telling his girlfriend he was coming home.

Kanye West defends pro-Trump politics in new song

In his new track Ye vs. The People, the US rapper defends his pro-Trump political views.

Police officer 'sexually assaulted' by man

The officer was allegedly sexually assaulted after responding to reports of an attempted rape.

Will laundrette exhibition leave you in a spin?

Launderama is a photographic exhibition by David Drasdo, documenting laundrettes in Yorkshire.

Bangladesh's disappearing ear cleaners

They do in Bangladesh, but the once lucrative trade is dying out.

Why did Sinn Fein leader use the 'L-word'?

Is use of the word "Londonderry" by Sinn Féin's leader an attempt to reach out or a "charm offensive"?

Amber Rudd 'made a mistake but didn't mislead'

The home secretary is facing calls to resign after she was unaware of migrant removal targets.

Health warnings after toxic caterpillar outbreak in London

Hairs on the caterpillars can cause fevers and eye and throat irritations, officials say.

Étienne Terrus museum in Elne uncovers fake art in collection

More than half of the paintings in a museum in French artist Étienne Terrus' birthplace were fake.

Lions are being poisoned in Uganda's National Park

Can humans and wildlife live together in Uganda's Queen Elizabeth National Park? Recent incidents suggest that it's an uncomfortable relationship.

ICYMI: Babies, bots and blackouts

Here are a few stories you may have missed, and one you probably didn't.

Legal battle toddler Alfie Evans dies

We're heartbroken, say the parents of Alfie Evans, as they announce the 23-month-old died overnight.

Koreas summit: North Korean media hail 'historic' meeting

In a rare move, Pyongyang's state media hails declaration for peace and denuclearisation.

Challenging parole could get easier for members of the public

The government proposes changes to the parole process, in the wake of the John Worboys case.

Golden State Killer suspect: Joseph James DeAngelo appears in court

Joseph James DeAngelo, who is suspected of 13 murders and 51 rapes, appears in a wheelchair.

The 12-year-old girl who was banned from playing football

When Caroline Hulme was 12, football bosses told her she was no longer able to play football with the boys at her local club. But she took on the system and won.

Michael Cohen: Stormy Daniels case against Trump's lawyer put on hold

An adult film star's case against Michael Cohen is postponed as he is under criminal investigation.

Voter ID plans 'deeply flawed', says Electoral Reform Society

Plans to make people prove their identity before voting will create new problems, say campaigners.

Nearly 100 US people sick in lettuce-linked E. coli outbreak

Nearly 100 people in 22 states have become sick in the outbreak involving romaine lettuce.

The Papers: Rudd 'on the brink' and Korean 'history'

Amber Rudd's political future and the meeting between North and South Korea dominate the front pages.

Plastic pollution: Kayaks used to clean the sea

Kayaks made from plastic found in the sea are being used to clean up remote coastlines.

Follow these two into the world of competitive debating

These women wouldn't be the people they are today without learning how to debate.

Week in pictures: 21-27 April 2018

A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.

Five things you might be surprised affect weight

Why do some struggle more to lose weight than others?

SOS! Will Abba's new music live up to their legacy?

The stars have recorded their first new material in 35 years. Is there any chance it'll be any good?

Learning to speak Shakespeare like the actors do

How standing up and reading Shakespeare out loud can make it more fun and understandable for teenagers.

Illegal immigration: Has the 'hostile environment' worked?

BBC Reality Check looks at the effects of the hostile environment policy.

Koreas summit: Will historic talks lead to lasting peace?

Dr John Nilsson-Wright looks at the outcome of talks between North and South Korea's leaders.

TSB: How it all went so wrong for the bank

An IT crisis has left customers furious and MPs demanding answers. This is the story of TSB's nightmare week.

Amber Rudd 'didn't see' migrant memo

Home Secretary Amber Rudd apologises for not being aware of "specific" migrant removal targets.

Daughter left mum to die covered in own faeces

The body of Cecily Kurtz, 79, was found in clothes she had been wearing for a decade.

Katie Walsh: Jockey announces retirement after Punchestown win

Jockey Katie Walsh announces her retirement from the sport after riding a winner at the Punchestown Festival.

Ethics debate as pig brains kept alive without a body

Scientists raise ethical concerns as the brain cells of decapitated pigs are kept alive for 36 hours.

How previous presidents were greeted in UK

Donald Trump is set to become the 12th US president to visit the UK. Here's how his predecessors have fared.

Peru child sacrifice discovery may be largest in history

Researchers find 140 child victims of human sacrifice, killed in a single event some 550 years ago.

Simon Thomas leaves Sky Sports job to focus on caring for son

Sky Sports presenter Simon Thomas says he is "doing it for Ethan" after his wife Gemma's death last year.

Aston mosque hit-and-run injures two

Detectives said they have not ruled out the possibility the crash could be terror-related.

Daily Express paper apologises for Liverpool FC 'slur'

The Daily Express suspends a journalist after it published an "ill-informed" article about the club.

How many ABBA references can you squeeze into a minute?

When ABBA announced their first new material in 35 years, their back catalogue was more than evident in Entertainment Correspondent's Lizo Mzimba's report

Sentinel tracks ships' dirty emissions from orbit

The EU's new satellite pollution-tracker will be a powerful tool to monitor vessels' emissions.

Leaked memo 'suggests Rudd was told of targets'

Amber Rudd faces more calls to go after a leaked memo suggests she was told of migrant removal targets.

Casper and Corey Platt-May deaths: Driver high on cocaine is jailed

Casper Platt-May, two, and his brother Corey, six, had their lives "ripped away" by drug-driver Robert Brown.

DJ found in contempt of court after NHS compensation bid

Sandip Singh Atwal, who was caught exaggerating the effects of his injuries, could now face jail.

EU member states support near-total neonicotinoids ban

Member states vote in favour of an almost complete ban on the use of chemicals linked to harming bees.

Man, 86, foils burglary - then offers him lift

He made the offer after discovering the would-be thief in the bedroom of his home in Perth.

'I used YouTube to help deliver my baby'

Tia Freeman claims to have given birth to her baby alone in a hotel room with the aid of online videos.

Welcoming Kim with pomp and ritual

South Korea's Moon Jae-in has welcomed the North Korean leader with a series of symbolic rituals.

China stabbings: Seven students killed in Shaanxi

A knife-wielding man attacked 19 students as they were heading home, killing at least seven.

Labour activist expelled after remarks to MP at anti-Semitism event

Marc Wadsworth accused Ruth Smeeth at an anti-Semitism event of working with the media to hurt Labour.

Scots teenager falls to her death from Majorca apartment balcony

The 19-year-old Scottish woman was trying to climb from one apartment to another in Magaluf.

How US police line-ups jail the innocent

More people identified by witnesses from a row of suspects are having their convictions overturned.

200-year-old Battle of Trafalgar ship's biscuit to be auctioned

Left uneaten by a Battle of Trafalgar gunner, it's thought to be the oldest surviving "hard tack" snack.

Viewpoint: Spain rape case highlights enduring machismo

After a Spanish court fails to convict five men of raping a young woman, journalist and writer Eva Millet looks at the symbolism of the verdict.

Royal baby named Prince Louis

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge reveal the name of their new prince is Louis Arthur Charles.

ABBA announce first new music since 1982

The band say they've recorded two new songs, their first since 1982.

US singer speaks about concert miscarriage

The singer also reveals she plans to freeze her eggs so she can have children in future.

Wednesbury flood: Road turned into river by digger hitting pipe

An electricity contractor struck a water main causing a "spectacular eruption" which submerged cars.

How to handle the flood of GDPR privacy updates

How best to make sense of revamped privacy terms issued ahead of the EU's data protection shake-up.

Koreas make nuclear pledge after summit

The leaders of North and South Korea agree to work to rid the peninsula of nuclear weapons.

Moment Kim crossed border

He is the first North Korean leader to cross the military line into South Korea since the end of the Korean War.

UK economy in weakest growth since 2012

GDP growth fell to 0.1% in the first quarter of 2018 driven by a sharp fall in construction.

Wildlife photo competition disqualifies 'stuffed anteater' image

Wildlife Photographer of the Year excludes a winning image for featuring a taxidermy specimen.

Coroner ordered to change 'cab-rank' burial release policy

Senior coroner Mary Hassell had said she would not fast-track inquests based on religion.

Wales is first to offer safer Down's test

Pregnant women in Wales will become the first in the UK to receive a non-invasive test for Down's syndrome.

Theft probe GP found dead with girlfriend in Cape Verde

Titus Bradley fled Hastings shortly before a large quantity of NHS money was found to be missing.

Five times Kanye West took us by surprise

'I am a God' - Kanye West according to Kanye West

Migrant rules 'leaving NHS short of doctors'

Health bosses warning patients are facing delays and rotas going unfilled because of cap on non-EU workers.

Windrush: Who exactly was on board?

The Empire Windrush ship arrived in England on 21 June 1948 carrying hundreds of passengers from the Caribbean, among others. What do we know about them?

President Donald Trump 'likely' to meet Queen in UK visit

The US president will visit London in July, where he will be holding talks with Theresa May.

Bra tattoo changed woman's life after breast cancer

A 69-year-old breast cancer survivor gets her confidence back after having a bra tattoo.

Car park penalty tickets at record high

Management firms issue 5.65m notices to British drivers in a year, according to the RAC Foundation.

What would happen if Wembley Stadium was sold?

Fulham's billionaire owner Shahid Khan wants to buy Wembley Stadium for £900m - but not everybody is pleased.

Rail passengers suffer 'misery', say MPs

Public Accounts Committee says people are paying for a franchising model that doesn't work.

RBS profit trebles as costs fall

The majority state-owned bank reports a quarterly profit of £792m as it continues its recovery.

Golden State Killer suspect traced using genealogy websites

Investigators hunting the Golden State Killer say they matched DNA to data from ancestry websites.

Bait out: Kent schoolgirl the victim of online group

The teenage victim of an online "bait out" group tells of her humiliation.

The Papers: Wembley 'fury' and Trump's 'London ban'

The potential sale of Wembley Stadium and US president Donald Trump's planned UK visit lead the front pages.

News Daily: Historic Korea visit and doctor visa complaints

Your morning briefing for Friday 27 April 2018.

In search of artists like me

Photographer Alice Zoo sought solidarity with other creative artists.

Quiz: What did Macron give to Trump?

7 days quiz: It's the weekly news quiz - have you been paying attention to what's been going on in the world over the past seven days?

Sugar tax revolt: Meet the Ribena stockpilers

Some people hate the new Ribena so much, they've started to stockpile the last "classic" bottles.

Pregnant and in politics: How women make it work

The announcement of Ruth Davidson's pregnancy highlights how few children have been born in office.

Brexit and music: How leaving the EU could change gigs for artists and fans

How Brexit could change the music business - for good and bad - as described by those working in the industry.

'We are at the beginning of a revolution in healthcare'

Low-cost genetic testing coupled with health data analysis is promising to transform medicine.

Merkel visits Trump - will she envy Macron's bromance?

Tensions over trade, Iran and Nato cloud Chancellor Merkel's Washington talks with President Trump.

Meet the ex-miners who are now walking on water

One Chinese firm has transformed a mining disaster area into the world's biggest floating solar farm.

UK wants online porn ban for young people

Soon you'll have to prove you're 18 years old if you want to watch pornography online. Here is all you need to know.

Cricket fans stump up cash for Iceland national team

The Iceland cricket team will be sponsored by a Reddit community who raised money to support them.

Kim Jong-un to meet Moon Jae-in at Korean border for summit

North Korean leader will be first to enter South Korea since the end of the Korean war in 1953.

Amazon sales surge doubles profits

The online retailer beat expectations with a 43% rise in revenues during the first quarter.

Arsenal 1-1 Atletico Madrid

Antoine Griezmann's late goal salvages a draw for 10-man Atletico Madrid in the Europa League semi-final first leg at the Emirates.

Bill Cosby found guilty of sexual assault in retrial

The US comedian is convicted on all three counts of drugging and molesting a woman 14 years ago.

Wembley: Shahid Khan deal with FA could be completed in eight weeks

Fulham owner Shahid Khan says a deal to buy Wembley from the Football Association could be completed in eight to 12 weeks.

Drink-driver films journey on dashcam

Footage from a drink-driver's own vehicle showing her driving dangerously in East Sussex has been released by police.

Plastic recycling: Your questions answered

Answering your questions about what you can recycle, where and why.

Spain 'wolf pack' gang jailed for San Fermin sex attack

Five men are convicted of abusing, but not raping, a woman in a case seen as Spain's MeToo moment.

Avicii's family: He couldn't go on any longer

In an updated statement, DJ Avicii's family said that he really struggled and 'could not go on'.

Alfie Evans: Dad wants to build Alder Hey hospital relationship

Terminally ill toddler Alfie Evans has been at the centre of a legal battle over his treatment.

Save the Children suspends bids for taxpayers' money

UK boss Kevin Watkins said allegations of sexual harassment at the charity made his "stomach churn".

Double rainbow graces East of England skies

The splash of colour enthralled weather watchers across the East of England.

US President Donald Trump to visit the UK in July

US President Donald Trump is to visit the UK on Friday 13 July, the White House says.

Ruth Davidson announces she is pregnant

The Scottish Conservative leader says she will go on maternity leave in October but will return early next year.

Macron sees Trump dropping Iran nuclear deal

France's leader admits he may have failed to persuade his US counterpart to stick to the 2015 accord.

The Chuckle Brothers are back - here are 10 things you may not know about them

The TV legends are getting a new show - here are 10 things you may not know about them.

Snapchat releases new Spectacles 2.0

Over a year after they first launched, Spectacles 2.0 is being released with new features.

Rolling out a welcome for Kim Jong-un

South Korean social media split over plans to hold a guard of honour to welcome the North Korean leader.

Wembley: Football Association offered £800m to sell national football stadium

The Football Association receives an offer to sell Wembley Stadium, in a deal understood to be worth £800m.

Space agencies will study mission to return rocks from Mars

Nasa and Esa sign a letter of intent that could lead to the first "round trip" to the Red Planet.

Cliff Richard case: Police assisted BBC 'too much'

Ex-South Yorkshire Police chief describes his force's relationship with the BBC as a "shotgun wedding".

'Alcohol' pilots cleared after evidence blunder

The pair were accused of planning to fly an aircraft from Scotland to Canada while over the legal alcohol limit.

Abbas Edalat: British-Iranian academic 'arrested as spy'

The Foreign Office says it is "urgently looking into" Iranian news reports of Abbas Edalat's arrest.

African female bikers raising health awareness in Nigeria

Taking women's health awareness across Nigeria, on a motorbike.

Meghan Markle leaves Suits: Five stand-out moments

She does! Find out what happens to Meghan Markle during her final appearance on the US legal drama.

'Being born with red hair made me a world champion'

How a four-year-old was sent to taekwondo to avoid bullying - and went on to become an Olympic hopeful.

Burst Wednesbury water main turns street into river

One woman had to be rescued and pupils from several schools in the area were sent home for the day.

St Laurence O'Toole's heart found six years after theft

The 800-year-old relic is found undamaged in a Dublin park six years after heart heist.

Facebook accused of bullying by MPs

Executive apologises for threatening to sue the Guardian newspaper over privacy scandal probe.

Lionel Messi wins fight to register himself as trademark

A European court rules after a seven-year legal fight that the football superstar can trademark his name.

We put today's school pupils through an old tech challenge

Can they really not tell the time using an old fashioned clock?

Gun emoji disarmed as Microsoft follows Google toy switch

Microsoft plans to replace its revolver emoji with a water pistol, following similar moves by others.

Duke of Cambridge battles sleep as he sits next to Meghan Markle

The Duke of Cambridge struggles to keep his eyes open after the arrival of his third child.

William to be best man at royal wedding

Prince William to be Prince Harry's best man at his wedding to Meghan Markle, Kensington Palace says

Bookshop chain Waterstones sold to Elliott Advisors

The bookshop chain, which has 283 outlets, is snapped up by investment firm Elliott Advisors.

Liverpool-Roma clash: Italian men charged over Anfield violence

Two men are due in court following violence before Liverpool's Champions League game against Roma.

Knife crime up 22% in England and Wales

There was also an 11% rise in gun crime in 2017, according to the Office for National Statistics.

Home-schooling in the UK increases 40% over three years

Mental health and avoiding exclusion are among reasons given for removing children from classrooms.

Turner Prize 2018 rewards art activists tackling crime, rights and race

Forensic Architecture uncovers and exhibits facts about crimes and rights abuses.

Fake cancer causes belief 'rife', research suggests

Drinking from plastic bottles, food additives and microwave ovens are just some that people believe.

Olly Alexander: 'The landscape has changed for queer artists'

Olly Alexander says pop stars no longer have to worry about discussing their sexuality.

Home Office had migrant removal targets, report shows

Immigration enforcement teams were set numbers for removals in 2015, it has emerged, as the home secretary denies any current targets.

Companies sign up to pledge to cut plastic pollution

More than 40 firms including Coca-Cola have promised to reduce harmful packaging.

Kim Jong-un to meet Moon Jae-in at Korean border for summit

The pair will walk together to the Peace House for historic talks addressing hostilities on the peninsula.

Meet people who review Facebook's reported content

'Laura' worked as a content reviewer for Facebook. She describes some of the terrible things she saw.

School sex abuse: 'My son was raped on a play date'

Even primary-school-age children are capable of rape, the mother of a victim discovered.

Trump thanks Kanye West for Twitter compliments

The US rapper says he and the president share "dragon energy" and calls Mr Trump his "brother".

NHS needs '£50bn extra by 2030'

A top surgeon and ex-minister makes prediction as the government considers a long-term funding plan.

Brexit: MPs to debate decision to leave EU customs union

The government has been facing pressure from Brexiteers and was defeated in the House of Lords.

Alfie Evans: Parents and doctors to discuss sending toddler home

Terminally ill toddler Alfie Evans has been at the centre of a legal wrangle over his treatment.

Five times Macron ripped into Trumpism

President Emmanuel Macron used a speech to Congress to deliver several rebukes to his US counterpart.

Mesmerising footage shows lava lake overflow in Hawaii

Lava has risen above the crater floor in Hawaii's Kilauea volcano for the first time since 2016.

Kate Bush pens Emily Bronte tribute for Yorkshire moors memorial

The musician's words about the Wuthering Heights author will be carved in stone.

The Papers: 'Alfie's battle' and William 'nods off'

Headlines focus on the Alfie Evans case, a plastic packaging pledge, and a tired royal dad.

News Daily: Plastics pledge and California serial killer case

Your morning briefing for Thursday 26 April 2018.

Meghan Markle's Suits exit airs on TV in the US

The fiancée of Prince Harry makes her final appearance as Rachel Zane in the US legal drama.

How to Hanami: Chasing Japan's cherry blossom season

Japan's cherry blossom festival is a short-lived spring experience that draws millions of visitors.

Crossing Divides: Israeli school for both Jews and Arabs

How one school is bridging the gap between divided communities in Israel.

'Why I performed magic in North Korea'

A Singaporean magician explains how he ended up performing in a Pyongyang arts festival.

New mums dance with their babies at Newquay 'Sling Disco'

The monthly 'Sling Disco' is run by dance teacher Miranda Howard in a Newquay bar.

Photos that tell the story of the past 75 years

A new US exhibition shows off some of the most striking news photos of the past seven decades.

'I run for the family I'm not allowed to see'

Runner Salah Ameidan takes part in the Sahara Marathon every year - it's the closest he can get to his family, who live in territory governed by Morocco.

Can we trust BMI to measure obesity?

Our fat calculator has thrown up a range of questions from people on body mass index.

Korean talks: What will come from Kim-Moon meeting?

The talks are unlikely to rid Pyongyang of its nuclear weapons but could bring the countries closer.

I was a teenage 'money mule'

One young woman tells the BBC how she let her bank account be used for money-laundering scam.

Anthony Joshua v Deontay Wilder: Eddie Hearn tells Wilder 'show us the money'

Anthony Joshua wants to "see the money" before agreeing to Deontay Wilder's $50m unification fight offer, says promoter Eddie Hearn.

Facebook sales soar despite data scandal

The firm reports a near 50% revenue rise and says it is taking a broader review of its responsibilities.

Real Madrid control Champions League semi

Real Madrid take control of their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich with an away victory in the first leg.

Alfie Evans: Alder Hey Hospital defends staff against abuse

Alder Hey Hospital, where the toddler is being treated, has seen several protests in recent weeks.

Home Office 'knew of Windrush issues in 2016'

Home Secretary Amber Rudd says she "bitterly, deeply" regrets not seeing the scale of the problem.

Ex-officer arrested in US serial killer case

Police arrest Joseph James DeAngelo over the notorious Golden State murders from the 1970s-80s.

S Africa identifies body of missing horticulturalist

Horticulturalist Rodney Saunders and his wife disappeared in February, in a suspected IS kidnapping.

Highlands women 'rethink having babies'

A three-hour drive in active labour and a risky journey for a newborn: the reality of having a Highland baby.

Union leader says MPs are 'smearing' Corbyn

The Unite union leader says MPs who attack the Labour leader will be "held to account".

Girl has leg reattached backwards after cancer surgery

Amelia Eldred who lost her limb to bone cancer has rare procedure which could allow her to dance again.

US college says outdoors too risky for outdoors club

Pennsylvania State University's caving and scuba clubs have also been deemed unsafe.

Amazon Alexa to reward kids who say: 'Please'

A good manners feature will praise children if they ask questions politely.

Eurovision fans laugh at 'hilarious' list of items banned from the contest

Shopping trolleys, ladders, extension leads and golf balls are included on the prohibited list.

Macron attacks nationalism in speech to US Congress

The French president says nationalism and isolationism can only threaten global prosperity.

Auschwitz rap: German Echo music prize scrapped in anti-Semitism row

Germany's music industry abolishes its Echo prize after an outcry over its award to a rap duo.

Hotel door locks worldwide were vulnerable to hack

Cyber-security researchers found a way to unlock rooms across the world without leaving a trace.

Melania steps into spotlight for Macron visit

The first lady threw her first state dinner under the Trump administration by hosting the French president and his wife.

Royal wedding: Pampered Mirfield dog gets £5,000 kennel

The hand-painted kennel made for 10-year-old lhasa apso Archie is based on Windsor Castle.

Knotweed 'cannot be eradicated', Swansea Uni trial shows

The world's largest field trial was carried out over five years with 19 methods tested.

Windrush: Corbyn urges review of 'cruel' immigration policy

The Labour leader urges an end to "bogus" targets but Theresa May says the public backs her policy.

Mark Van Dongen acid attack: Berlinah Wallace 'has to pay for this'

Berlinah Wallace denies murdering Mark Van Dongen, who ended his life 15 months after the attack.

Shiney Row burning body murder pair get whole-life jail terms

Quyen Ngoc Nguyen was raped and tortured before being dumped in a car and set alight.

Cheeki Rafiki yacht director cleared over sailor deaths

James Male, Andrew Bridge, Steve Warren and Paul Goslin died when the Cheeki Rafiki capsized in 2014.

Rose McGowan: 'Weinstein tried to contact me'

The actress says she has received "texts [and] things like that" since going public with rape allegations last year.

Alfie Evans: When are parents denied the final say?

The 23-month-old's parents want to move their son to a hospital in Rome.

Arsene Wenger: Timing of Arsenal departure 'not really my decision'

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says that the timing of his departure from the club after nearly 22 years "was not really my decision".

Kim Wall murder: Danish inventor Peter Madsen given life sentence

The Danish inventor is given life in prison for killing the Swedish journalist on his submarine.

Cliff Richard case: BBC had 'strong reasons' to name singer

BBC director of news, Fran Unsworth, tells a High Court the story was in the public interest.

Hank Azaria 'willing to step aside' from Simpsons Apu role

The actor told Stephen Colbert it felt "the right thing do" amid racial stereotyping claims.

Mexican 'cowboy' stops armed robbery in Monterrey, Mexico

After a man walked in carrying a gun, it fell to one cowboy-hat wearing man to stop him.

Sky receives £22bn formal takeover offer from Comcast

The US TV giant's £22bn bid for Sky tops a £19bn offer from Rupert Murdoch's 21st Century Fox.

Galileo: UK plan to launch rival to EU sat-nav system

The UK is looking at its own sat-nav system if the EU locks it out of Galileo because of Brexit.

Child abuse inquiry: Institutions need change of culture - interim report

Institutions must take responsibility and prioritise child welfare, a report by the child sex abuse inquiry says.

After Grenfell: Building fire safety tests 'flawed'

The standard UK fire safety test of building materials fails to properly assess risk, new research suggests.

Alfie Evans: The people supporting his family

As the 23-month-old toddler is terminally ill in hospital, people have been gathering outside to support him.

Salford fatal fire: Mum out of coma and told of children's deaths

Michelle Pearson, who was in a coma for four months, learns her four children died in a house fire.

Toronto van attack: 'Love for all, hatred for none'

A vigil has been held in Toronto following the van attack that left 10 people dead.

Sierra Boggess: Broadway star pulls out of BBC West Side Story Prom

Sierra Boggess withdraws from a West Side Story performance after complaints about "whitewashing".

Anzac Day: Prince Harry lays wreath at dawn service

The prince is joined by his fiancee Meghan Markle at the service at Hyde Park Corner in London.

Avengers: Infinity War earns five-star reviews

Reviews for Marvel's superhero get-together applaud its ambition, though not every critic is a fan.

Liverpool 5-2 Roma: Win unlike any football I've seen before - Lawrenson

Liverpool played so well in their win over Roma that MOTD pundit and former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson could not comprehend it.

Labour vows to settle anti-Semitism complaints by July

But Jewish leaders say their meeting with Jeremy Corbyn was a "disappointing, missed opportunity".

Euromillions: UK ticketholder scoops £121m jackpot

The lucky ticket will see the holder become the country's third biggest lottery winner of all time.

WhatsApp to raise minimum age limit to 16 in EU

The messaging app is changing its rules ahead of the introduction of new data privacy regulations in May.

Kim Wall death - what we know so far

What we know so far about Kim Wall's death.

Trump and Macron hint at new Iran nuclear deal

The US and French presidents discuss how to overcome divisions over a key accord reached in 2015.

Times distorted Muslim foster case, regulator finds

Newspaper forced to publish correction after coverage of Christian child placed with Muslim carers.

TSB mobile and online 'up and running'

Customers can access their accounts, but only a limited number can get in at any one time.

New prostate therapy recommended on NHS

It's non-surgical and can treat an enlarged, non-cancerous condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia.

'Trucker wall' helps prevent man from jumping to his death

Thirteen truckers parked under an overpass after a man threatened to jump to his death from above.

The Papers: 'Le bromance' and junk food deal ban

Headlines focus on measures to tackle obesity. fire tests and the French president's visit to the US.

News Daily: Labour anti-Semitism latest and Alfie Evans case

Your morning briefing for Wednesday 25 April 2018.

Anzac Day marked in Australia and New Zealand

The day marking the countries' participation in World War One is a time of remembrance and national pride.

'We built our homes out of 'no blacks' signs'.

Two generations of Windrush children describe how they feel following the fallout from the Windrush scandal.

Food Photographer of the Year

See the colourful winners of this year's Pink Lady Food Photography competition.

Shark-spotting drones help keep swimmers safe

The drones sound an on-board siren to warn swimmers when spotting a nearby shark.

How can businesses tackle sexual harassment?

How companies deal with cases of sexual harassment in the workplace is being scrutinised like never before.

Reality Check: Who controls your data?

New rules on data come into force in May. Here’s what you need to know.

Will Salisbury ever recover from the Skripal poisoning?

Almost two months on, the city is still suffering the after effects of the Skripals' poisoning.

North and South Korea: The petty side of diplomacy

Both North and South Korea have been fighting their own "small-time" battles over the years.

How deadly is Miss Fisher’s Melbourne?

The BBC examines how the popular detective show, set in the 1920s, compares with real life.

Changing the world, one dinner at a time

Can posh restaurants and top chefs also win a competition for social activism?

Blossoms on the essence of cool

The indie band discuss their new album, Cool Like You, and why Noel Gallagher is a "freak of nature".

BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2018: Sam Kerr profile

BBC Sport profiles Australia forward Sam Kerr, a nominee for the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2018 award.

Trump and Macron's most touching moments

From air kisses to Oval Office grooming, the best bits from an unusually affectionate state visit.

Windrush: Albert Thompson gets date for cancer treatment

Albert Thompson was initially denied NHS treatment for prostate cancer until he proved his status.

Salah stars as Liverpool beat Roma at Anfield

Another Mohamed Salah masterclass helps Liverpool take control of their Champions League semi-final, though Roma score two late away goals.

Record concentration of microplastics found in Arctic

Discovery prompts fear that melting ice will allow more plastic to be released back into the oceans.

Gucci sales surge following major revamp

It follows a major revamp at the Italian label under creative director Alessandro Michele.

Corbyn anti-Semitism meeting 'disappointing', Jewish leaders say

Jewish leaders say the Labour leader did not agree to any of its suggested "concrete actions".

Alfie Evans parents cannot take sick toddler to Italy

A judge says his ruling "represents the final chapter in the case of this extraordinary little boy".

Police investigate serious assault outside Anfield

Merseyside Police say it happened shortly before Liverpool's semi-final with Roma.

Upskirting: Government considering creating specific offence

There is no specific law in England and Wales to prosecute someone who takes a photo under someone else's skirt.

German Jews urged not to wear skullcaps

A prominent community leader says Jews should exercise caution in big cities after recent attacks.

Royal births past and present

It's hard to escape certain conventions that the news of a new royal baby brings.

Toronto van attack: What is an 'incel'?

Reports say the suspect in the Toronto van attack called for "Incel Rebellion" on Facebook.

Toronto van attack: Moment suspect arrested

Alek Minassia pleaded "kill me" and claimed to have a gun but the police officer put his own gun away.

Brexit: May's 'customs partnership' idea cretinous, says Rees-Mogg

The leading Tory Brexiteer also accuses the prime minister of lacking "enthusiasm" for Brexit.

Young can 'only read digital clocks'

Teachers say traditional clocks are being taken out of exam halls for pupils who need digital formats.

Trump brushes 'dandruff' off 'perfect' Macron

The US president lavishes praise on his French counterpart - but there are disagreements on Iran.

Reality Check: How many UK statues are of women?

Suffragist Millicent Fawcett has become the first woman to be memorialised in statue form in Parliament Square.

Was Facebook data's value 'literally nothing'?

Aleksandr Kogan has been talking down the value of his data. Is he right to do so?

Toronto van attack: Alek Minassian charged with 10 counts of murder

Alek Minassian appears in court emotionless as he is charged with 10 counts of murder.

Trump threatens 'big problems' for Iran

“They’re not going to be restarting anything," Mr Trump vows of the Iran nuclear programme.

Britain powers on without coal for three days

National Grid says the 72-hour streak is the longest since the 1880s.

Shopkeeper fights off armed robbers with chilli powder

CCTV shows how a shopkeeper saw off three armed robbers with a tub of chilli powder.

Eric Bristow: Funeral held for former darts world champion

A celebration is held for the five-time world darts champion who died this month at the age of 60.

Royal wedding: Teenage cellist and gospel choir to perform

Teenage cellist, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, says Meghan phoned him herself to ask if he would perform at the service.

London Marathon: First paralysed man to walk London route

The moment Simon Kindleysides steps into history as the first paralysed man to walk the route.

Royal baby: 'New mums have so much unnecessary pressure'

After the Duchess of Cambridge left hospital to face the world's media, some mums shared their own post-pregnancy experiences.

Jacqueline Wilson calls for books industry plastics ban

Dame Jacqueline Wilson joins author Lauren St John's campaign calling for the book industry to ditch plastic.

Facebook 'in PR crisis' on data row

Dr Kogan also accused Cambridge Analytica boss Alexander Nix of fabrication.

Cliff Richard case: Editor has 'no concerns' over helicopter footage

A BBC editor says he has no concerns about the broadcasting of images of a raid on the singer's flat.

Streaming is music's biggest money-maker

For the first time, music streaming is making more money than sales of CDs and vinyl.

Woman calls for government to rethink plastic straws policy

Ellie Simpson, who has cerebral palsy, said the government had not given proper consideration to people with disabilities.

Vodafone rated worst mobile provider by Which? survey

The mobile phone giant is ranked lowest for the seventh year in a row by consumer body Which?.

Coffee chain Boston Tea Party 'first' to ban disposable cups

Boston Tea Party, which has 21 branches, will not sell coffee in disposable cups from June.

Universities minister's own student rent debt bailout

Universities minister Sam Gyimah says he could have been thrown out of university without a bailout for his rent.

Who was Millicent Fawcett?

Fewer than 3% of statues in the UK are of women. Rachael Thorn explains why Millicent Fawcett is getting one.

New ban on epilepsy drug in pregnancy

Valproate will no longer be given to girls and women of childbearing age unless they sign a consent form.

TSB online banking chaos continues for a fourth day

Customers demand information as they remain locked out of their accounts and are unable to make payments.

UK government borrowing lowest for 11 years

Government borrowing fell by more than expected to £42.6bn for the past financial year.

Avicii's family thanks fans and artists for support

Avicii's family has released a statement following the DJ's death on Friday.

Man released after joint enterprise conviction quashed

John Crilly appealed his murder conviction after the Supreme Court said the law had been wrongly interpreted.

Crossing Divides: How running is uniting old and young

Vivian combines exercise with tackling loneliness through regular runs to visit her 'coach' Dennis.

South Korean youths: 'We're too busy for reunification'

Young South Koreans aren't sure the two Koreas will become one again someday.

Toronto van attack: How is the suspect not dead?

The calm actions of a police officer who did not open fire have prompted praise and astonishment.

Unravelling the mystery of a motorcyclist's final moments

Unravelling the mystery of the motorcyclist's body found on the central reservation of the M4.

Toronto van attack: Suspect quizzed after 10 pedestrians killed

Alek Minassian, 25, was arrested after a rental van mowed down pedestrians, leaving 10 dead.

Jeremy Corbyn set for crunch meeting with Jewish leaders

The Labour leader has been accused of being too slow to act on anti-Semitism cases.

Alfie Evans' life support withdrawn, father says

The life support of seriously ill toddler Alfie Evans was withdrawn last night, his father says.

Millicent Fawcett: Statue of suffragist to be unveiled in London

The bronze of suffragist Millicent Fawcett is the first statue of a woman in Parliament Square.

Royal baby: How the day unfolded

How the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge introduced their second son to the world.

George H W Bush hospitalised a day after his wife's funeral

The 93-year-old former president fell ill the day after his wife Barbara's funeral in Houston, Texas.

Retail woes force hundreds of store closures

Almost 650 shops and restaurants have shut their doors since the start of the year, BBC analysis reveals.

Royal baby: Gun salutes to mark the prince's arrival

The prince, who is yet to be named, was born on Monday in London's St Mary's Hospital.

London Marathon death: MasterChef's Matt Campbell's fund tops £80,000

Matt Campbell was running the marathon in memory of his father who died 18 months ago.

Australian boy flies solo to Bali 'after row over holiday'

The child was found by police in Indonesia after booking the solo trip on his parents' credit card.

Horses 'fly-tipped and left to die', says RSPCA

Almost 1,000 horses were rescued by the RSPCA last year, the highest number in four years, the charity says.

News Daily: Deadly Toronto van 'attack' and royal baby name

Your morning briefing for Tuesday 24 April 2018.

The female boxer with cerebral palsy

Kate Farley has cerebral palsy, but that doesn't stop her packing a punch in the ring - on her knees.

In pictures: Sophie Raworth and the 150-mile desert ultra-marathon

The BBC News presenter ran 150 miles with about 1,000 other runners over the Sahara desert.

Listening to your heartbeat can help with your feelings

“I wish I could feel happy or excited” - Tom is trying a new treatment that could help people with autism to better recognise their emotions.

Crossing Divides: Two ex-child soldiers forge peace bonds

A Muslim and a Christian bond as they work together to build peace on the Indonesian island of Ambon.

Co-living in London: Friendship, fines and frustration

More than 80% of 18 to 34-year-olds living in Britain say they feel lonely. Could co-living be the answer?

How bacteria are changing your mood

Scientists think "mood microbes" are a new frontier for improving the health of the brain.

Where have the UK's 10,000 Syrian refugees gone?

Two years after pledging to take in 20,000 Syrian refugees, BBC analysis looks at the where the first 10,000 have gone

The veggie burger that bleeds when you cut it

The meat industry, a major contributor to CO2 emissions and deforestation, is facing competition.

Meet the team behind Spotify's viral music facts

The Genius Behind the Lyrics team write facts about thousands of songs, for your entertainment.

Britain's Fat Fight: Why we're losing

With Britain becoming the most obese country in Western Europe, chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall investigates.

Is Bollywood ready for #MeToo?

Actresses open up about sexual harassment in Bollywood and why more women haven't spoken out.

Newspaper headlines: Birth of royal baby celebrated

The royal birth is celebrated with pictures of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their new boy on the front pages.

Spotify tests filter to block swearing in songs

The trial feature skips explicit tracks but only works on Apple devices and lacks a parental lock.

Robot helps Jack McLinden, 14, to be Everton mascot

A robot carried on to the pitch feeds panoramic live images and sound back to Jack McLinden's tablet.

Royal baby: William and Kate emerge from hospital with prince

The world gets its first glimpse of the newborn boy who is fifth in line to the throne.

Windrush: UK citizenship fees and language tests waived

Compensation is also promised - as Labour warns against "token" sums for those affected.

Multiple pedestrians hit by van in Toronto

Numerous pedestrians hit by van that fled the scene in Toronto, extent of injuries unknown, police say

Stephen Lawrence Day to be held annually

A national commemoration of murdered teenager will take place on 22 April each year, the PM says.

Harry Potter show opens on New York's Broadway

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Lyric Theatre is an epilogue of Harry Potter's life.

Alfie Evans granted Italian citizenship in life support legal row

The Italian foreign office says it hopes the terminally ill toddler "can get immediate transfer to Italy".

Boy recovering well after five-organ transplant

Jay Crouch has two new kidneys, a liver, pancreas and small bowel and is learning how to eat.

US soldier gets world's first penis and scrotum transplant

The wounded veteran who received the organ transplant says he feels "finally more normal".

New Zealand's Hawera Cinema bans pyjamas and onesies

The ban comes after the cinema noticed increasing numbers of people showing up in nightwear.

The babies born on same day as new prince

The non-royal babies born shortly before the Duchess of Cambridge's third child.

Brexit: Why is the customs union so important?

The government again insists the UK will leave the customs union after Brexit.

The foods that might help with dementia

One man has 'got his mum back' from the ravages of Alzheimer's, partly thanks to a change in her diet.

Why the snobbery about superhero films?

Stars like Zoe Saldana and Chris Pratt are defending the genre against movie "snobs" but does it matter?

Alfie Evans: Protesters try to storm Alder Hey hospital

About 200 people gather outside Alder Hey Children's Hospital in support of the terminally ill toddler.

Serzh Sargsyan: Armenian PM resigns after days of protests

Serzh Sargsyan, who recently moved from president to PM, steps down after street protests against him.

Mo Salah: The 'Egyptian king' inspiring the Arab world

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is the first Egyptian to win the PFA Player of the Year award.

Royal baby: What's it like growing up as a third child?

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have had a third child, but what difference does birth order make?

Royal baby: Duchess gives birth to boy

Catherine's third child, who is fifth in line to throne, is born weighing 8lbs 7oz.

Paradise Papers: Ukraine crime gang hid proceeds in luxury London flats

Details from the Paradise Papers show millions were secretly invested in the UK via offshore firms.

London Marathon: Masterchef semi-finalist Matt Campbell dies

Chef Matt Campbell, 29, posted on Twitter that it was his second marathon in two weeks.

Brexit: Five steps to understanding the EU Customs Union

Five steps to understanding it, ahead of a symbolic vote on the issue this week.

How to perform CPR on a dog

BBC News NI reporter Louise Cullen is shown how to perform CPR on a dog.

Missing stag do man Liam Colgan's body 'found in river'

Liam Colgan, 29, had been reported missing on his brother's stag weekend in Hamburg in February.

Nashville Waffle House: James Shaw denies heroism

James Shaw Jr, who wrestled the gun from the attacker, says it was a "selfish act", not heroic.

Rain, hail or shine: 20 years of weather with Carol Kirkwood

A look back at some the best bits from two decades of presenting the weather on BBC Breakfast.

Woman 'fined $500 over free Delta Air Lines flight apple'

She says she was saving the fruit for her onward flight, but was caught by a random US customs search.

Man fined for hate crime after filming pug's 'Nazi salutes'

Mark Meechan put footage on YouTube of the dog reacting to statements such as "Sieg Heil" by raising its paw.

Shania Twain apologises after saying she would vote for Donald Trump

The country star apologises for her "awkward" confession that she would have voted for Donald Trump.

Green prize goes to US water activist

An activist who helped expose a water crisis in a US town has been awarded a prestigious environment prize.

Brexit: Government insists UK will leave customs union

Before a Commons debate this week, the government says it will not change its position.

Royal baby: Duchess of Cambridge goes into labour

She travelled with the Duke of Cambridge to St Mary's Hospital, London, for the birth of her third child.

Paris attack suspect Salah Abdeslam convicted in Belgium

Salah Abdeslam is found guilty of terror charges over a gunfight that led to his arrest in 2016.

Waffle House shooting 'hero': 'I was saving myself'

James Shaw Jr disarmed a gunman who killed four people at a Waffle House in Nashville, Tennessee.

Elderly dog helps save girl lost in Australian bush

The animal, Max, remained with the three-year-old girl as she took shelter in Australia.

France approves controversial immigration bill

The law shortens asylum application deadlines and doubles the time illegal migrants can be detained.

South Korea turns off loudspeaker broadcasts into North

South Korea says silencing the propaganda broadcasts will help set the mood for the inter-Korean summit.

£6m pledge for children of alcoholics

The government funding will go towards mental health services and outreach programmes for parents.

Capita to raise £700m as losses deepen

The outsourcing firm is undergoing a major overhaul but its boss says it is not the same as Carillion.

NZ PM: 'I don't mind the interest in my pregnancy'

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern talks exclusively to the BBC about how she'll juggle a baby with politics.

Canadian accused of murder is lynched in Peruvian Amazon

Police find the body of a Canadian man who was accused of murdering an indigenous spiritual leader.

Royal baby name: What is the third child likely to be called?

Traditional or left of field? The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have given nothing away so far.

'In six days I'll lose my voice forever'

Lonnie's tongue is about to be removed. What will he say to loved ones with his final words?

'Exploding ant' species found in South East Asia

The newly discovered canopy-dwelling ants are nicknamed after their bizarre defensive behaviour.

Climate change: Michael Bloomberg offers $4.5m for Paris deal

The former New York Mayor offers $4.5m to cover the lapsed US contribution to the climate agreement.

'Welcome to my plastic bottle castle'

Meet "Plastic King" Robert Bezeau and his four-storey castle made out of recycled bottles in Panama.

The British women who secretly served in the Cold War

The women who spent years protecting Britain in secret underground bunkers.

Hellblade: Psychosis story ‘mirrored mine’

The game Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice has won many awards and fans for its portrayal of psychosis, but what do those who experience hallucinations and delusions think of it?

Best of London Marathon 2018

Relive the inspirational stories, record breakers and marriage proposals at another eventful London Marathon.

Poppy Delevingne: Models face 'stigma' with acting

The actress portrays Marie-Therese Walter in a new dramatisation of Picasso's life.

How one woman started a cosmetics empire at 29

Australian entrepreneurship Jo Horgan turned a love of makeup into 87-strong chain of cosmetics stores.

Domestic abuse: 'He hunted me down when I thought I was safe'

When Holly fell pregnant with her ex-partner's child, he became violent and controlling.

Does being a UK City of Culture create a lasting legacy?

Hull is revelling in its success and handing the baton to Coventry - but is it worth it?

The £20m replica Shakespearean theatre that's being built on Merseyside

A £20m Elizabethan venue being built in Prescot is aimed at putting itself on the Shakespeare map.

What does a Trump-Macron bromance mean for the world?

The unlikely personal rapport between Emmanuel Macron and Donald Trump raises France's global profile.

TSB customers report online problems

One man was credited with £13,000 he didn't have, and could see details of someone else's account.

The Papers: 'Brexit showdown' and Facebook scams

Monday's papers cover a variety of stories, from pressures on EU trade to a landmark court case.

Meet the man who's survived a snake, bear and shark attack

A 20-year-old outdoorsman bitten by a shark had previously survived a bear attack and snake bite.

Chelsea reach FA Cup final

Goals from Olivier Giroud and Alvaro Morata help Chelsea beat Southampton to reach the FA Cup final against Manchester United.

Iran nuclear deal: Macron urges Trump to stick with 2015 accord

The French leader says there are no other options for the nuclear deal, which Mr Trump opposes.

London Marathon: Matthew Rees and David Wyeth reunited

Matthew Rees helped a struggling David Wyeth over the finish line in the 2017 London Marathon.

Britons killed in Saudi Arabia crash

British nationals were killed in a road crash in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, the Foreign Office says.

Naked gunman kills four in Nashville Waffle House

The man burst into the restaurant overnight and opened fire before his rifle was wrested away.

Windrush: Corbyn says PM ignored immigration policy warnings

The Labour leader says Theresa May is responsible for the effects of a "hostile" migration policy.

Verne Troyer: Austin Powers star's film and TV moments

Verne Troyer, who also appeared in Harry Potter as well as Celebrity Big Brother, has died at the age of 49.

Farah breaks British marathon record

Britain's Mo Farah finishes third at the London Marathon in a new British record as Kenyan Eliud Kipchoge wins for a third time.

Korean Air 'nut rage' sisters step down

The airline boss's daughters have lost their tempers in separate incidents that hit the headlines.

Windrush: Benjamin Zephaniah wants immediate action

Poet Benjamin Zephaniah is not convinced by promises of compensation for those affected by the scandal.

Nicaragua reporter killed during Facebook Live amid unrest

Ángel Gahona is gunned down on Facebook Live while reporting on a wave of anti-government protests.

Stephen Lawrence murder: Police should 'revisit' Macpherson lessons

Vigilance is needed to root out racial stereotyping which can lead to injustice says the Archbishop of York.

Afghanistan: Kabul voter centre suicide attack kills dozens

At least 31 people queuing to register to vote die in a suicide attack in Kabul, officials say.

Tom Daley: 'We're so, so excited' about new baby

The Olympic diver says the prospect of being a father has changed his perspective on life.

Avicii's ex-girlfriend posts tribute: 'I love you Tim'

Emily Goldberg wrote that during the two years they were together he was her "closest confidante".

Jeremy Hunt threatens social media with new child-protection laws

The health secretary wants action from the sites on underage use, bullying, and screen-time limits.

London Marathon: Race to take place in 'record-breaking heat'

Runners are being warned to take precautions as temperatures are expected to reach 23C (73.4F).

Security services 'to get more power to stop attacks'

Security services will get more powers to stop terror attacks, according to a leaked document.

Talks between Armenian leaders break down amid protests

The prime minister walks out of a televised meeting denouncing the opposition leader's "blackmail".

Corbyn speaks to Welsh Labour as Carwyn Jones quits

Welsh Labour conference delegates are still reeling from news that Carwyn Jones is standing down.

ICYMI: Baby love and a centenarian pianist

A baby gorilla and centenarian pianist are among the stories you might have missed this week.

Nasa engineer: Three facts about landing on Mars

A Nasa flight analyst explains three things you need to know about going to Mars.

Salisbury attack: Russian TV's claims about poisoning

What happened in Salisbury has been disputed by Russian journalists.

Palestinian lecturer and Hamas member killed in Malaysia

Malaysian officials say the suspects are believed to have links to a foreign intelligence service.

Is it easier or harder to live without plastic than 10 years ago?

Ten years ago I tried to live without plastic for a month. A decade on, would it be easier or harder?

The Papers: Stephen Lawrence's brother 'still fears killers'

Sunday's papers lead with demands on social media - and the anniversary of Stephen Lawrence's murder.

The dementia patient frightened to go into hospital

Tommy says hospital staff don’t always understand the needs of dementia patients.

Your pictures: Holes

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "holes".

Is 'bisexual lighting' a new cinematic phenomenon?

Is the lighting technique really about representing bisexual characters?

Pakistan's Ziarat: An ancient juniper forest and its living fossils

Mature trees at Ziarat in Balochistan are often thousands of years old, but many end up as firewood.

The vetting files: How the BBC kept out ‘subversives’

For decades the BBC denied job applicants were vetted by MI5 - but vetting continued at the corporation until the 1990s.

Crossing Divides: Why it's good to have friends who aren't 'just like us'

Why mixing only with people who are similar to us means we could be missing out.

Why a faecal transplant could save your life

Patient's lives are being saved by poo, but how far can microbial medicine go?

The master blender who is Scotch whisky's First Lady

Rachel Barrie is a rarity in the world of Scotch whisky - a female master blender.

'The largest foreign bribery case in history'

Brazil's Odebrecht scandal is one of the biggest corporate corruption cases in history.

The Lido author Libby Page on the power of uplifting fiction

Libby Page, author of The Lido, on why uplifting stories are needed right now.

Austin Powers actor Verne Troyer dies aged 49

The actor, who also appeared on a number of TV shows, was admitted to hospital earlier this month.

The Queen celebrates her 92nd birthday

Shaggy, Kylie, Frank Skinner, and Ed Balls help Her Majesty celebrate at the Royal Albert Hall.

Amir Khan knocks out Phil lo Greco in 40 seconds

Amir Khan's return to the ring lasts less than a minute as he knocks out Phil lo Greco in 40 seconds in Liverpool.

Dean Tate: Body found in search for missing man

Police believe the body on an island in the Bristol Channel is Dean Tate, 40, last seen two months ago.

Judah Adunbi charged with racially aggravated offence

Judah Adunbi was a former member of the Independent Advisory Group to Avon and Somerset Police.

Ahern walks out of interview over Mahon Tribunal questions

The former taioseach walks out of an interview after he is asked about the findings of the Mahon Tribunal.

Armenia leader intervenes in protest against predecessor

Armenia's president walks into a crowd of protesters to try to defuse a crisis about his predecessor.