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Georgina Chapman opens up in her first interview since allegations against her husband emerged.

Undercover police inquiry: Report to take at least eight years

The public inquiry was due to report this year but will now not be ready until at least 2023.

Cricketer Stuart Broad tops fantasy football league

England cricketer Stuart Broad leads the Fantasy Premier League's table for the week, ahead of almost six million other players.

Your questions answered on Iran and Israel relations

As tensions rise between Israel and Iran over the Golan Heights, the question is, what happens next.

Teenage girl 'plotted British Museum grenade terror attack'

A court heard the 17-year-old allegedly planned the attack after her Islamic State fiancé died.

R Kelly: Spotify removes singer from playlists

Spotify has removed the artist's music from its playlists and will no longer promote his work as part of a new policy.

Eurovision 2018: Meet the Israeli singing about empowerment

Netta Barzilai is one of the big favourites to win this year's song contest.

Royal wedding 2018: Harry's comrades 'nervous' about role

Prince Harry has invited 25 Army comrades to perform duties at his wedding to Meghan Markle.

Five ways to spot if someone has Alzheimer’s

What are the symptoms of dementia to look out for in a relative?

Check NHS cancer, A&E and operations targets in your area

Use our tracker to check whether your local services are meeting strict waiting-time targets for cancer, routine operations and A&E.

North Korea: How many political prisoners are there?

Three Americans have been released after being detained for months.

Trump-Kim Jong-un summit set for Singapore on 12 June

The first meeting between sitting North Korean and US leaders will take place on 12 June.

Fox killing inquiry: 'Smear campaign' against PC stalled investigation

The police officer has been cleared of having improper relationships with anti-hunting activists.

Man rebuilds life and becomes dad after stroke, aged 28

Dan Mole and his fiancee said they "struggled" with a lack of support for younger stroke patients.

Stoke-on-Trent house '30in too tall' risks demolition

The family home will be torn down unless a further £200k is spent on a replacement roof.

Coronation Street writer talks about 'honest' suicide storyline

The man behind Wednesday's powerful episode of Coronation Street talks about how it came together.

Chinese broadcaster censors LGBT symbols at Eurovision

Hunan TV allegedly censored LGBT symbols and tattoos during a broadcast of the song contest semi-final.

Carey Mulligan 'felt too lucky' to question pay

Carey Mulligan on why she was now more mindful about "being treated fairly".

BMW recall: What owners need to do

If you're worried about the implications for you and your car, here's everything you need to know.

Belhaj rendition: UK apology over Libyan dissident treatment

The government admits UK actions contributed to the kidnap and torture of Abdul Hakim Belhaj.

David Goodall: Scientist, 104, ends his life in Switzerland

The ecologist and botanist, who was not terminally ill, went to Switzerland to voluntarily end his life.

Cancer delays 'leave patients at risk'

UK struggling to hit cancer targets as number of cancelled operations hit record high in England.

Wayne Rooney: Everton forward agrees 'deal in principle' to join MLS side DC United

Wayne Rooney has agreed a deal in principle that could see him leave Everton for MLS side DC United this summer.

Soldier jailed for seven-and-a-half years for baby killing

Gordon McKay admitted shaking Hayley Davidson who suffered a serious brain injury and died in hospital.

Chris Brown sued after victim claims she was raped at his home

The singer is named in a lawsuit which alleges a woman was raped at his home in February last year.

Severn Trent boss is businesswoman of the year

Severn Trent boss Liv Garfield is among those honoured at the Veuve Clicquot Business Woman Awards.

Interest rates on hold as Bank cuts growth outlook

The Bank of England says the economy is going through a "temporary soft patch" as it keeps rates on hold.

App technology allows medics to view 999 patients

The emergency services can assess how seriously ill a person is before setting off to the scene.

The moment Max gets his new heart

Max Johnson waited seven months for a heart transplant. Now he could change the law.

Fining parents 'has no effect on school absence in Wales'

The number of unauthorised family holidays in Wales has increased since fines were introduced, a review finds.

Jojo Moyes steps in to save Quick Reads literacy scheme from closure

Jojo Moyes stumps up £360,000 to keep the under-threat Quick Reads adult literacy scheme going.

Coronation Street's suicide storyline has 'helped' others

Actor Shayne Ward says many people considering taking their own life say they've been helped.

The official briefing Tony Blair got on his first day in No 10

From not emulating Belgium's system of devolution... to the need to spend more on his and Cherie's clothes.

Israel strikes Iranian targets in Syria after rockets hit Golan Heights

Israel launches a massive wave of strikes on Iranian forces in Syria, after coming under rocket fire.

North Korea summit: Trump greets freed US detainees

President Trump welcomes home the US detainees, released ahead of his summit with Kim Jong-un.

BT cuts 13,000 jobs to slash costs

The telecoms giant will axe many back-office and middle management roles in the next three years.

EastEnders star Barbara Windsor diagnosed with Alzheimer's

The actress's symptoms of memory loss and confusion have grown worse recently, her husband says.

Ed Sheeran, Rita Ora and Calvin Harris jump up Sunday Times Rich List

Ed Sheeran, Rita Ora and Calvin Harris all rise up the Sunday Times Rich List.

Dorset FGM survivor says it shouldn’t be a taboo

Salimata, who lives in Bournemouth, was subjected to female genital mutilation in Senegal at the age of five.

Kenya dam burst 'causes huge destruction'

At least 20 people are feared dead after a dam burst in Kenya, engulfing hundreds of homes.

Gender pay: Hundreds of firms face action over non-disclosure

The Equality and Human Rights Commission says hundreds of firms have yet to report gender pay details.

Five to be charged with animal cruelty offences over fox cubs

Activists who installed hidden cameras say fox cubs were used to give hounds a taste for killing.

Malaysia's Mahathir Mohamad on course to be world's oldest elected leader

At 92, Mahathir Mohamad makes a shock return after defeating his former protégé in a bitter contest.

Brexit: Warning of rising food bills and disruption to supplies

Peers say it is "inconceivable" there will no be impact on supplies, even with a trade deal with EU.

Bank of England to decide on whether to raise rates

A slowdown in economic growth seems set to delay any interest rate rise until at least August.

Volcano erupts at end of man's garden

This Hawaii resident had a surprise when he returned home after fleeing the Kilauea eruption.

The Papers: Data 'U-turn' and 999 by video

Video 999 calls and a pause on the NHS sharing data with the Home Office make the front pages.

News Daily: US detainees come home and Barbara Windsor illness

Your morning briefing for Thursday 10 May 2018.

Watch the other Harry and Megan walk down the aisle

You're cordially invited to the wedding of Harry and Megan. OK, it's not the royal couple.

Slough trading estate given protected status

Seventeen buildings ranging from schools to blocks of flats get protected status from Historic England.

Backstreet Boys dress up as the Spice Girls in tribute

The boy band is back - and had an unusual tribute to the Spice Girls. It's like the 90s never ended.

What exactly is the Bank of England interest rate?

What exactly is the Bank of England interest rate? Well, for one thing, it could make your mortgage more expensive.

Meet the only female broker on New York's stock exchange

There's only one full-time female broker on New York's iconic stock exchange floor.

Travelling the risky roads of Iraq as election looms

Iraq is facing a pivotal election which could define how close its relationship with Iran is.

How this girl escaped from a carjacker

The thief ignored the girl's father banging on the window, so the 11-year-old took action herself.

The adopted children confused by love

Children who have suffered abuse can often become distressed at the thought of being loved

Gun crime: How do weapons appear on England's streets?

Offences are rising, having fallen for the past decade.

'I'm sad that I didn't have sex until I was 37'

Joseph didn't have sex until quite late in life - but he says his involuntary celibacy didn't make him angry towards women.

Sir Alex Ferguson out of intensive care

Sir Alex Ferguson no longer needs intensive care after undergoing emergency surgery on Saturday for a brain haemorrhage, Manchester United announce.

Cinema fizzy drinks contain 'concerning' bacteria levels

A BBC Watchdog investigation tested hygiene standards at Odeon, Vue and Cineworld chains.

Baby dubbed 'little superhero' due to Batman-like birthmark

Four-month-old Natalie Jackson was born with a distinctive black birthmark covering a third of her face.

World Cup 2018: Russia gives hooliganism assurances

About 10,000 England fans are due in Russia with authorities keen to avoid Euro 2016-style violence.

Outrage over death of young French mother after ambulance call mocked

An audio of the operator ignoring the woman's plea hours before her death sparks outrage in France.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's waxworks visit BBC

This is what happened when the 'royals' turned up at London's New Broadcasting House.

Beating baldness: How men came to terms with hair loss

Men who lost their hair early explain how they came to terms with their baldness in different ways.

Cannes 2018: Penelope Cruz 'didn't torture herself' for anguished mother role

The actress insists she didn't draw on her private life as Javier Bardem's wife to play her latest role.

Iran warns Trump: 'You've made a mistake' over nuclear deal

Leader Ali Khamenei also tells his government not to trust European leaders on the nuclear deal.

David Goodall: 'I no longer want to continue life'

The Australian scientist, 104, sets out his reasons for travelling to Switzerland to voluntarily end his life.

Angry Ed Miliband demands press inquiry

Ed Miliband says the government should implement part two of the Leveson inquiry into press standards.

Sophie Lionnet: French nanny murder trial 'stranger than fiction'

The prosecution has begun its closing statement in the Sophie Lionnet murder trial.

Visa clampdown 'hits cancer patients'

Cancer patients are being put at risk by tougher rules on immigration, say specialist doctors.

UK broadband speeds leap ahead, according to Ofcom study

Communications watchdog Ofcom says average download speeds rose 28% since its last yearly survey.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry waxworks on BBC News Channel

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wax lookalikes paid the BBC Afternoon Live presenter a visit on set.

Ask The Host: How much help is Jeremy Clarkson's new Millionaire lifeline?

The show's reboot sees contestants able to ask Jeremy Clarkson for help. With mixed results.

Five controversial music videos

Childish Gambino's This is America has got people talking - which other videos have caused a stir?

FKA twigs: Uterus tumours knocked my confidence as a woman

The singer says she was told the extra weight was like being six months pregnant.

Zimbabwe crocodile attack bride tells of renewed hope

Zanele Ndlovu reveals to the BBC the full horror of the attack - and how she found the strength for her wedding just days later.

Iranian politicians set fire to US flag in parliament

The public show of anger came after President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the nuclear deal.

Gina Haspel hearing: 9/11 'mastermind' asks to share information

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed asks to submit information as Gina Haspel faces her confirmation hearing.

Government sees off press enquiry bid

The government heads off a Commons defeat on re-launching the Leveson inquiry into press standards.

UK 'settles rendition case' with former Libyan dissident

Abdul Hakim Belhaj claims MI6 helped the US kidnap him in Thailand in 2004 to return him to Tripoli.

Asda petrol: Questions over pay at the pump charges

A woman who noticed an unexpected figure on her account says the system is an "absolute joke".

Brexit to 'force Airbus sat-nav work on Galileo out of UK'

An Airbus executive says future UK work on the Galileo sat-nav system would have to be moved to the continent because of Brexit.

North Korea frees three US detainees ahead of Trump summit

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is returning with "three wonderful gentlemen", Mr Trump tweets.

Bouncy Castle trial: Two guilty over girl's death

Couple convicted of manslaughter by gross negligence after the inflatable blew away with seven-year-old inside.

Iran nuclear deal: UK won't walk away, says Boris Johnson

The foreign secretary tells MPs the UK will "strive to preserve the gains" already made.

Prime Minister's Questions: The key bits and the verdict

Theresa May clashed with Jeremy Corbyn over Brexit and the customs union - here are the key bits.

Facebook and Twitter-inspired street signs in Oxford

The new signs include Snapchat End, Instagram Ave, Google Walk, Selfie Passage and WTF Lane.

Prince Charles and Camilla surprise newly-weds in Nice

Charles and Camilla met the newly-weds while touring a flower market in Nice.

Sichuan earthquake: The ghost town visited by millions

The devastating Sichuan earthquake which struck 10 years ago left around 87,000 people dead.

BMW recalls 300,000 cars that risk stalling completely

The BBC's Watchdog discovers a fault that that cause some vehicles to shut down while being driven.

Penistone hammer attack: Dad's life sentence increased

Owen Scott tried to kill his children and step-daughter with a hammer then crashed his car at 92mph.

University of Warwick suspends 11 students over rape jokes

The University of Warwick is investigating after screen shots of the group conversation emerged.

Concern for missing Indie band member

Scott Hutchison of Frightened Rabbit has not been seen since he left a hotel in South Queensferry.

'I was told I wouldn't see my 22nd birthday'

More UK Punjabis are reportedly seeking alcohol support after a survey found 27% had a family member with a problem.

Brexit deals: How many will there be?

The European Parliament's Brexit co-ordinator believes there could be up to 20.

HPV jab safe and effective, study finds

Trials show the vaccine is low risk and protects girls and young women against a virus linked to cervical cancer.

Mental health plans 'failing a generation', say MPs

Government's child mental health plan leaves hundreds of thousands without proper care, says report.

Belfast Marathon death: Stephen Heaney named

Mr Heaney collapsed at the Sydenham bypass, five miles into the race on Monday.

Meghan Markle waxwork revealed by Tussauds

The display will open to the public on 19 May - the day of the royal wedding.

Iran nuclear deal: What's next after US pulls out

With the US out, and Europe scrambling to keep Iran in, what's next for the nuclear pact?

Vodafone to buy Liberty Global European assets for €18.4bn

The UK telecoms group will acquire businesses in Germany, Hungary, Romania and the Czech Republic.

Perry offers actual olive branch to Swift

The two singers have been feuding since a reported row over backing dancers.

Care homes firm Sunrise to refund 'up-front fees' to residents

Sunrise Senior Living will pay more than £2m after the Competition and Markets Authority stepped in.

Southampton boss Mark Hughes says 'dark arts' motivated side at Swansea

Southampton boss Mark Hughes says the "dark arts" that disrupted preparations for Tuesday's game at Swansea motivated his side to secure victory.

Iran nuclear deal: Trump pulls US out in break with Europe allies

Calling it "decaying and rotten", he says the deal is "an embarrassment" to him "as a citizen".

Abrahams axed from shadow cabinet over bullying claims

Debbie Abrahams is "relieved" of her shadow cabinet post following a "thorough investigation".

Google Assistant to make phone calls for owners

The search giant unveils an experimental tool that can make appointments by calling businesses.

How to explain Yankees-Red Sox rivalry to foreigners

The most intense rivalry in Major League Baseball will come to London in 2019. Here's what you need to know.

Childish Gambino's new music video has sparked debate

His new music video has sparked debate because of graphic scenes of gun violence.

Cardiff council's Rolls Royce is driven once a year - to its MOT

Cardiff Council's 1963 Rolls Royce Phantom has only been driven to have its annual MOT.

PM's portrait taken down after Oxford student protests

A picture of Theresa May is removed at the University of Oxford to save it from protesting students.

Ditch cranberry juice for urine infections

There is no overwhelming evidence that it will help, says the health body NICE in new draft guidelines.

Zambia university apologises for 'half-naked' poster

A university library in Zambia has removed a notice telling female students to dress "modestly".

Dad shaves his head for daughter with alopecia

When someone commented on the way that his daughter looked on a trip to the park, this dad had an idea.

Review over forensic failures at Met Police

A review finds 33 criminal cases were wrongly investigated including sex attacks and violent crimes.

Audi admits more diesel emission problems

The German carmaker says another 60,000 diesel engine A6 and A7 models have emission software issues.

'Big hugs' note left for 'fantastic' ambulance service

Paramedics in Staffordshire returned to their vehicle to find a note saying they do a "fantastic job".

Spider trained to jump on demand

This is a regal jumping spider, and there are no prizes for guessing what it's good at.

Dr Dre loses trademark battle with a gynaecologist called Dr Drai

The hip-hop star is told he can't stop a gynaecologist from using the name Dr Drai.

Chronic fatigue: I was 'held hostage by ME'

Six years after being diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome, Lizzie tells Newsbeat what it's like living with ME.

NHS: How much does it spend on the private sector?

NHS spending on the private sector was just over £9bn last year.

Ireland abortion poll: Facebook to block foreign ads

The social media site cracks down on foreign ads relating to Ireland's referendum on abortion laws.

Matthew Moseley: Oswaldtwistle shooting killer jailed

Matthew Moseley, 50, handed a shotgun to his son and urged him to "tell them you've done it".

Major League Baseball coming to London

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox will play two Major League Baseball regular season games at the London Stadium in June 2019.

Iran nuclear deal: Trump to reveal US decision ahead of deadline

The president is set to announce whether the US will walk away from the international nuclear deal.

Labour MP Heidi Alexander to swap Commons for City Hall

Heidi Alexander's move means there will be a by-election in her Lewisham East seat.

Insurers pledge fairer premiums for long-term customers

Firms pledge a crackdown on "excessive" differences between premiums for new and existing customers.

Melania Trump faces new plagiarism row over cyber safety booklet

A cyber safety booklet released by the First Lady bears an uncanny resemblance to an Obama-era edition.

Met Gala: The stories behind six of the most captivating outfits

Deconstructing six of the most captivating costumes at the annual fashion extravaganza in New York.

Soldier watches baby's birth on FaceTime after flight delay

A popular post about a soldier FaceTiming his daughter's birth prompts others to share their stories

What can millennials get for £10,000?

Millennials should be given £10,000 each, according to a report. But would it help?

'People stared and laughed and I don't want others to go through that'

Taunting someone facially different is a hate crime and campaigner Rory McGuire wants everyone to know that.

Lava swallows car in Hawaii

The Kilauea volcano in Hawaii started erupting on May 3 and has so far destroyed 26 homes.

Maurane: Belgian singer dies days after comeback aged 57

The artist was found dead at her home days after she returned to performing after a two-year hiatus.

How a spider jumps on its prey - science has the answer

Scientists hope to learn how to build tiny jumping robots - by studying an extraordinary spider.

Italy faces fresh elections as coalition talks fail

Party leaders fail to reach agreement on a coalition government, paving the way for fresh elections.

Melania: 'Too often social media is used negatively'

First Lady Melania Trump unveiled a new programme aimed to tackle cyber-bullying among children.

Lebanon election: Hezbollah leader declares 'victory'

The militant Shia group and its allies are reported to have made significant gains in parliament.

Oxford shooting: Police and gunman in standoff

Police and the gunman exchanged fire after a shooting in Oxford left one person injured.

Woman wins $1.2m on $18 Kentucky Derby bet

Margaret Reid correctly picks the winners on five horse races to rack up a stunning payout.

Tourism's carbon impact three times larger than estimated

A new study says global tourism accounts for 8% of carbon emissions, far larger than previously thought.

Wealdstone shooting: Boy, 13, was 'innocent bystander'

The wounded boy was one of five people shot in London over a 24-hour period.

Prince Charles meets Nice terror attack victims' families

A man who attempted to stop the 2016 attack said the Prince of Wales called him "remarkable".

Man dies after collapsing at Belfast marathon

A man in his 50s has died after he collapsed at the Belfast marathon on Monday.

How to find the therapist for you

Like Minds: How do you find a therapist who can help?

Jay-Z's mum: ‘I was not free’ until I told son I was gay

The rapper's mum has said how supportive her son was when she told him she was gay.

Bank Holiday Monday: 'It feels like we're living in Spain'

What do the people out in the record-breaking sunshine think of the weather?

Tour de Yorkshire marshal: 'How did car miss me?'

Phillip Sullivan leapt to the side as a support car hit a traffic island where he was standing.

Trump backs CIA nominee Gina Haspel after she offered to quit

The president defends Gina Haspel after she came under fire over controversial interrogations.

Putin's long, lonely Kremlin walk to Russian inauguration

Russia's Vladimir Putin walks down long Kremlin corridors to get to his swearing-in ceremony.

Australia pledges cash to save declining koala population

New South Wales sets aside thousands of hectares of forest to secure the future of an Australian icon.

Gogglebox dog dies leaving Malone family 'heartbroken'

Shaun has posted on Instagram that they have had to put down their pet dog Frank at the age of eleven.

Air France shares drop sharply as strikes continue

The airline's shares drop 14% after the boss resigns and the government voices doubts over its future.

Woman with Down's contributes to Alzheimer's research

Amy is part of a Cambridge University study to find a treatment for Alzheimer's.

Second raped teenager set alight in India

The girl is fighting for her life after the second such incident in Jharkhand state in recent days.

Call for 'rights for grandparents' law

MPs want a change to the Children's Act to ensure extended family can see children after divorce.

Gun violence on London's streets 'must stop'

The mother of a dead teenager pleads for an end to the violence after a spate of shootings in London.

Iran nuclear deal: Johnson tells Trump 'don't walk away'

The UK foreign secretary warns against removing the "handcuffs" on Tehran's nuclear programme.

Kilauea: Hawaii volcano destroys dozens of homes

New fissures open overnight as Kilauea volcano spews lava into residential neighbourhoods.

Record-breaking temperatures forecast to end bank holiday weekend

Today could be the hottest May Bank Holiday Monday since it was introduced 40 years ago.

Putin to be inaugurated for fourth term as president of Russia

Vladimir Putin is due to be sworn in again as Russia's leader after 18 years in power.

UK parks boost quality of life by £34bn

It is also estimated green spaces save the NHS about £111m a year in prevented GP visits.

Lord Adonis apologises for Sajid Javid cartoon tweet

The Labour peer admits the cartoon is in "poor taste" as he apologises to the new home secretary.

Beach lifeguards train volunteer lifesavers in The Gambia

The RNLI says it has trained hundreds of lifesavers from developing countries in Africa.

Nestle pays Starbucks £5bn to sell coffee

The Swiss consumer goods group has bought the rights to market the Seattle chain's products.

#HotPersonInAWheelchair is fighting hate on Twitter

A wheelchair user angered by the tweet: 'Nothing sadder than a hot person in a wheelchair', started her own photo-led fight back.

Marylove Edwards: The 13-year-old 'Nigerian Serena'

At just 13, Nigerian tennis player Marylove Edwards is being tipped for future international success.

Can you make a community healthier?

Life expectancy in Fleetwood, Lancashire, is among the worst in the UK, with diseases linked to diet and drugs claiming lives.

Could Trump's 'Space Force' become a reality?

"We're getting very big in space," says the US president. What would a new branch of the military do?

Aeroplane makes emergency landing on Devon beach

A vintage light aeroplane has made an emergency landing on a beach after its engine failed.

I sold all I had to go to Europe - now I'm home, and broke

More than 3,000 Nigerian migrants who failed to reach Europe have been flown home by the UN - leaving many unsure how to face their families.

May Bank Holiday: How does sunscreen work?

The early May Bank Holiday is predicted to be the hottest on record.

Afrofuturism: Why black science fiction 'can't be ignored'

With the continuing success of Black Panther, "afrofuturism" is now more important than ever.

Revealed: The most-streamed songs of the 70s, 80s, 90s and more

Ed Sheeran and Drake might dominate the charts - but what are the most popular songs of years gone by?

Caste hatred in India - what it looks like

A recent photo exhibition documents the prejudice that remains a reality for millions of Dalits.

Britain's 'best and worst' train stations named

The most popular and unpopular stations in Britain are revealed in a transport watchdog's survey.

Tutankhamun 'secret chamber' does not exist, researchers find

After years of study, it turns out a secret burial chamber of Queen Nefertiti does not exist.

The Papers: Tory rebels 'furious' with PM and Britain bakes

Monday's newspapers report on the PM's hybrid customs plan causing anger and Britons enjoying the heat.

Sir Alex Ferguson: Arsene Wenger among Premier League managers to send messages of support

Premier League managers send messages of support to Sir Alex Ferguson, who remains in intensive care following surgery for a brain haemorrhage.

India police arrest main suspect after teen raped and burned alive

Police say 15 people have been arrested in connection with the rape and murder of the 16-year-old.

Near miss for Tour de Yorkshire volunteer

Phillip Sullivan was left shaken after leaping out of the path of the support vehicle.

Air France could 'disappear' as more strikes begin

France's economy minister says the national carrier could 'disappear', as staff begin another strike.

Doctor Foster star Suranne Jones pulls out of West End play

Suranne Jones says she is "so gutted and so sorry" after missing Frozen's final four shows.

Friendly seal nuzzles up to diver in Isle of Man

The playful mammal seemed to take a shine to Colin Peters.

Facebook privacy: Survey suggests continuing US loyalty

A Reuters/Ipsos survey indicates most US users remain loyal, despite the Cambridge Analytica row.

Boys aged 12 and 15 shot in north-west London

The shootings happened within minutes of each other in Wealdstone, north-west London, police say.

Arsenal score five in Wenger's Emirates farewell

Arsenal turn on the style to thrash Burnley in Arsene Wenger's final home game as manager.

Japan bus drivers: Strikes with a difference

As Japanese bus drivers refuse to take fares, here are some of the world's most unusual strikes.

Southern: 'Don't travel to Brighton' amid Gatwick 'chaos'

Southern tells people not to travel to Brighton as engineering works hit replacement rail services.

In pictures: Bank Holiday weekend brings blue skies and sunshine

Images from across the UK as the Bank Holiday weekend sees blue skies and glorious sunshine.

Sir Alex Ferguson: Former Manchester United boss remains in intensive care

Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson remains in intensive care after having emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage.

Tories urged to act in 'racist joke' row at Pendle Council

The Tories gained control of Pendle after a councillor suspended for a racist joke was reinstated.

US 'provocation' threatens peace, says North Korea

The North says tough words from Washington could ruin the atmosphere of Korean reconciliation.

Royal baby photo brings back precious memories for families

After seeing new royal baby photographs, families have sent pictures of their own babies cuddled by elder siblings

Stranger Things star Shannon Purser's OCD made her think: 'I don’t want to be alive'

The actress, who plays Barb in Stranger Things and Ethel in Riverdale, has written about having mental health issues.

The new face of London's poetry scene

The 24-year-old sees poetry as a powerful tool - and has ambitions to get more young people interested.

Turkey floods: Cars swept away in Ankara streets

Flash floods in the Turkish capital, Ankara, cause havoc in their wake.

Jamie Acourt accepts extradition from Spain

UK fugitive Jamie Acourt was arrested over alleged drug offences in Barcelona on Friday.

Andrew Marr to have kidney operation

The BBC presenter, who will go into hospital this week, is expected to make a "full recovery".

Is the Iran nuclear deal about to be killed off?

BBC's Paul Adams explains what the Iran nuclear deal is and whether its future will last.

Brexit: Theresa May insists UK will leave customs union

The PM restates her commitment to leaving the EU's single market and customs union after Brexit.

Iran's Rouhani warns Trump of 'historic regret' over nuclear deal

President Rouhani issues a warning with a week left for the US to decide whether to scrap the accord.

Stormy Daniels warns Trump on SNL 'storm's a coming baby'

The porn star appears as herself on Saturday Night Live and tells Mr Trump: "A storm's a coming."

Boy charged with GBH after drill attack on woman

A 17-year-old boy is charged after a 38-year-old woman is attacked with a cordless drill in Strabane.

Man, 20, killed in Liverpool city centre knife attack

The man was taken to hospital after the attack on Sunday morning, but died later from his injuries.

I was convinced my baby deserved a better mum

At the end of maternal mental health week, one mother details her experience of post-natal depression and the help she describes as a godsend.

Junior doctors' job offers withdrawn after blunder

Human error is blamed as up to 1,500 junior doctors have their job offers rescinded.

Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte seen at home in new photos

Louis is pictured at home with his sister three days after his birth in photos taken by their mother.

Boy, 17, dies after being shot in London street

A 17-year-old boy has died after he was found with a gunshot wound on Saturday evening, police say.

French outrage after US President Trump mimics Paris attackers

French politicians react after the US president mimics the Paris attackers of November 2015.

Why a US church held a 'Beyoncé Mass'

More than 900 people attended a 'Beyoncé Mass' held at an Episcopal church in San Francisco, California.

Iran nuclear deal: Boris Johnson visits US for talks

The foreign secretary will try to convince the US to stick with the landmark weapons agreement.

Charity Tearfund reveals Malawi abuse incident

It has emerged an aid worker on a Scottish government-funded project was reported to police in 2009.

Harry and Meghan souvenir mugs are Derek's bestseller

Derek has been selling souvenirs near Windsor Castle for 37 years - and has even met the Queen.

Lebanon to elect its first new parliament since 2009

Lebanon elects its parliament for the first time since 2009, with a changed voting system.

Gaza explosion leaves six Palestinians dead

Israel's military says it was not involved in the explosion, which comes amid tensions on the border.

Sex workers to join Glasgow May Day march

Sex workers from the charity Scot-Pep will join thousands of others at the Glasgow march on Sunday.

The Papers: Fergie 'fights for life' and new prince photos

Sir Alex Ferguson's emergency surgery dominates, while Prince Louis pictures offer light relief.

Isla, 7, is creating her own legacy with painted stones

Isla Tansey, 7, can no longer walk and doctors have told her she has weeks to live.

'Pinhole photography' from our readers

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

Fishing nets and false teeth: Meet the beach debris hunters

The eco-friendly hobbyists trying to stem the rising tide of plastic in the seas.

The café staffed by disabled people

This new chain of coffee shops in Paris is almost entirely run by people with learning disabilities.

Survival and division in Iraq after IS

The BBC revisits Iraq to assess the human cost of the fight against the Islamic State group.

Palais de Tokyo: Paris gallery opens its doors to nudists

Visitors were able to view the gallery after they left their clothes in the cloakroom.

The 'Belsen boys' who moved to Ascot

After WW2 a group of Holocaust survivors came to recuperate in the UK - and became an unexpected sight in a town known for races attended by the rich and famous.

Is sex addiction a real condition?

Relationship charity Relate is calling for help to be made available on the NHS.

Why Utah now has first 'free-range' parenting law

Utah has a new law after years of national debate on the appropriate amount of freedom for children.

Remembering Eritrea-Ethiopia border war: Africa's unfinished conflict

Twenty years ago, a fight for control of a dusty town on the Ethiopia-Eritrea border began - and continues to this day.

Myanmar Rohingya refugees brace for monsoon deluge in Bangladesh camps

Desperate efforts are under way to make 900,000 refugees ready for the rain, writes Justin Rowlatt.

Blind customers locked out by bank web upgrades

HSBC, Halifax and Metro have all accidentally locked out blind customers by upgrading their bank websites

Teen's apology call over MP Michael Fabricant's tweet

Darcy Norgate says Michael Fabricant tried to "humiliate her" by call her an offensive word.

Sir Alex Ferguson: Former Manchester United boss has emergency surgery

Sir Alex Ferguson, who led Manchester United to 38 trophies during 26 years in charge, has emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage.

YouTube stars' fury as videos promoting cheating removed

Following a BBC investigation, YouTube has taken down hundreds of videos promoting an essay-writing company.

Tens of thousands march for Scottish independence

The All Under One Banner event saw thousands of people parade through the city centre of Glasgow.

Trump's London knife crime comments ridiculous, says surgeon

A doctor says London has a "serious issue" but the US president was wrong to see guns as a 'solution'.

Putin Navalny: Opposition leader held at Moscow protest

The opposition leader is detained at a rally in Moscow before the Russian president's inauguration.

Photos celebrate uplands country 'wow factor'

Landscapes, wildlife and a 5,000ft selfie feature in the uplands-themed photography competition.

Nasa's InSight rocket takes off for Mars

The US space agency has launched its latest mission, heading for the interior of the Red Planet.

Breast cancer screening programme 'does more harm than good'

A group of doctors say any women offered catch-up appointments should "carry on with their lives".

Bank holiday set for record temperatures

Parts of England could reach 28C on Monday - breaking the record of 23.6C set in 1999.

India girl, 16, burnt alive after Jharkhand rape

Police say 14 people have been arrested in connection with the rape and murder of the teenager.

Stoke City relegated after defeat

Stoke's 10-year stay in the Premier League comes to an end as they are consigned to the Championship by Crystal Palace's second-half resurgence.

Woman 'critical' after drill attack in Strabane

A 38-year-old woman is in a critical but stable condition after being attacked with a drill in Strabane.

Japan bullfighting: Women allowed into 'pure' ring after ban lifted

A ban on women in the "purified" space is lifted in a bid to modernise the traditional sport.

UK's biggest outdoor tulip crop creates blaze of colour

The millions of flowers have created a blaze of colour on the Norfolk landscape.

Mount Kilauea: Earthquakes follow Hawaii eruptions

The Big Island of Hawaii is shaken by a powerful tremor, a day after the eruption of the Kilauea volcano.

Mission to reveal interior of Red Planet for first time

InSight's science mission will reveal the interior of the Red Planet for the first time.

Karl Marx statue from China adds to German angst

The town of Trier unveiled the controversial monument on Saturday, 200 years after his birth.

US Navy resurrects Second Fleet in Atlantic to counter Russia

The fleet returns to its old base seven years after disbandment, to oversee forces in the North Atlantic.

Arsenal-Chelsea FA Cup final

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's FA Women's Cup final between Arsenal Women and Chelsea Ladies at Wembley.

Clinics for recalled Dr Michael Watt patients to begin

More than 2,500 of Dr Michael Watt's patients have been recalled after a case review by Belfast Trust.

'I'm called a role model because I'm female'

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes wants to be known as a coach not a "role model" as she prepares her side for Wembley while 33 weeks pregnant.

Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho says 'Why always Lukaku? Now you know'

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is scathing about some of his fringe players and his side's "attitude" as they lose 1-0 to Brighton.

Local election results 2018: No clear winner as Labour and Tories neck and neck

Analysis suggests the two main parties are neck and neck overall in terms of national vote share.

Nasa's InSight mission will target 'Marsquakes'

The InSight probe is due to launch this weekend to investigate the interior of the Red Planet.

TSB computer fiasco: 'Our 24 hours of moving chaos'

The Jones family's belongings were packed in a removals van, but TSB's computer fiasco put their move in doubt.

Domestic violence: 'My dog defends me from my abuser'

Domestic violence is a big problem in Spain with almost four women killed by their partners every month.

Hamoudi: the man who stood up to Islamic State group in Raqqa

Meet Hamoudi, kidnapped and tortured after standing up to Islamic State group in Raqqa.

The Papers: 'Everyone's a winner' and suit for Meghan's dad

The papers are mixed in their responses to the England council election results.

‘Poverty’s not our fault you know’

Four young people talk about growing up where unemployment is high and life expectancy has fallen.

'I play Minecraft with my eyes'

Becky has severe quadriplegic cerebral palsy, which means she can’t control the muscles in her body.

Week in pictures: 28 April - 4 May 2018

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

How VW tried to cover up the emissions scandal

Volkswagen's diesel emissions scandal went to "very top" of the firm, allege US prosecutors.

Essay cheating: How common is it?

Universities are dealing with rising levels of essay cheating, but how big a problem is it?

A wedding bomb, a letter and an unlikely suspect

When a bomb killed a young groom, police were short of clues until the hunt led to an unlikely suspect.

Jamie Acourt: 'Most wanted' man arrested in Barcelona

Jamie Acourt, a former Stephen Lawrence murder suspect, was detained by officers in a joint police operation.

Trump: Knife crime left London hospital 'like a war zone'

The president speaks of "blood all over the floors" of a London hospital, miming a stabbing motion.

Kilauea: Fresh eruptions from Hawaii volcano

Lava is being thrown 30m (100ft) into the air from several new fissures, the authorities say.

Brighton secure survival by beating Man Utd

Brighton secure their Premier League safety as they beat Manchester United with a goal awarded by goalline technology.

Harvey Proctor sues Met Police over false child abuse claims

The former MP says the accusations led to him losing his job and home and suffering from depression.

Goodbye to George's garden

Fans of the late singer George Michael have been paying their last respects before a memorial garden in London is closed.

Peaky Blinders creator in talks over ballet version

Stephen Knight, who created the hit Brummie gangster drama, has plans for three more series.

Car industry on alert over reports some hybrids face a ban

The SMMT trade body hits out after reports the government will target hybrids in a new emissions drive.

Breast screen error: 'People at the top need to admit to the problem'

Helen Jarvis has been affected by the breast cancer screening error. She said there were problems with the helpline.

North Korea changes its time zone to match South

Clocks will go forward 30 minutes to match the South in a step towards reunification, says state media.

Trump contradicts lawyer Rudy Giuliani over Stormy Daniels

The president said Rudy Giuliani was a "great guy" who just needed to "get his facts straight".

Hemsby home dragged back from crumbling cliff

Lance Martin's property was three feet away from falling to the beach below.

Stockport boy's artworks helps fund school zoo trip

The enterprising six-year-old's drawings raised £500 to help pay for a trip to Chester Zoo.

50 crocodiles seized at Heathrow airport

Border officers confiscated the year-old reptiles because they were not being transported correctly.

Donald Trump 'expected to visit Scotland'

The BBC understands current plans for the US president's trip to the UK include a visit to Scotland.

Paradise Papers: BBC, Guardian and Appleby agree settlement

Appleby, the Guardian and the BBC say differences have been resolved over the leaked documents.

Sir Paul and Dame Darcey honoured at palace

Sir Paul McCartney is made a Companion of Honour while Darcey Bussell is rewarded for her services to dance.

Callum Cartlidge: Boy, 8, 'failed' by Worcestershire hospital

A coroner said Callum Cartlidge's death would have been prevented if a blood test had been done.

Daryll Rowe admitted infecting men with HIV in Edinburgh

The Edinburgh hairdresser is jailed for eight years after he admitted having sex with four men knowing he was HIV positive.

Argentina raises interest rates to 40%

The central bank raises interest rates by nearly 13 percentage points in eight days as the peso plummets.

Reading elects one of the youngest councillors in UK

Labour's Ellie Emberson is one of the youngest councillors elected in the country.

Teen councillor Ellie Emberson to tackle issues affecting young people

Newly Reading councillor Ellie Emberson, 19, explains why young people 'deserve to be represented'.

'Black Death' comment plagues UKIP on Twitter

General secretary Paul Oakley compared his party to the plague after disastrous election results.

Royal wedding: Meghan Markle's father to walk her down aisle

All of Ms Markle's bridesmaids will be children, according to new details released about the wedding.

Help for 'mortgage prisoners' sought by FCA

The financial regulator says it wants to help borrowers who are unable to switch to a new mortgage deal.

Failings in learning disability deaths, report finds

A review, commissioned after the death of Connor Sparrowhawk, found failings in one in eight deaths.

Professor Sir John Curtice: What we learnt from local election results

The politics professor on three things we can learn from the local election results.

Harlow councillor elected by one vote after recounts

The vote is so close it takes three recounts before the result is declared.

What is GDPR? Technology explained

A new EU law that changes how companies use our personal information kicks in on 25 May.

Steven Gerrard: Rangers to name former Liverpool captain as their manager

Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard will be announced as the new manager of Rangers on Friday afternoon.

Russian spy poisoning: Up to 100g of nerve agent used - watchdog

The amount of nerve agent used suggests it was created as a weapon, an international watchdog says.

Regular fast food eating linked to fertility issues in women

Women who eat fast food regularly and not enough fruit are more likely to struggle to conceive, a study suggests.

Kuala Lumpur-Singapore named busiest international air route

Planes made 30,537 trips between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur in the year to February 2018.

Theresa May: We'll build on local election results

The prime minister visited Conservatives who retained control of the south London borough of Wandsworth despite a high-profile campaign from Labour.

UKIP official likens party to the Black Death after big losses

A party chief says it is "not all over" despite losing almost all of the seats it was defending.

Local Elections 2018: Anti-Semitism row 'caused' Barnet loss

The Labour group leader says the anti-Semitism row "made a difference" to the borough's results.

Mount Kilauea volcano erupts in Hawaii

The eruption near a residential area has prompted a local state of emergency and evacuations.

Britain's Best Home Cook: What did the critics say?

BBC One's new show, fronted by Mary Berry and Claudia Winkleman, premiered on Thursday night.

Chris Evans thanks listeners on radio return

"It's not the loss that gets you, it's the love," the DJ tells listeners following his mum's death.

Local election results 2018: The results in maps

After about a 100 councils declaring an election result Labour has failed to take target councils in London, while the Conservatives lost control of Trafford but have gains elsewhere.

Jeremy Corbyn: Much more to come from Labour

The Labour leader is happy with his party's council wins and says he's read for a general election.

Local election results 2018: Labour loses Nuneaton seats

The Conservatives won 10 of the 17 wards on Nuneaton and Bedworth Council.

Local elections 2018: Trafford lost by Conservatives

Trafford Council is now under no overall control, with Labour becoming its largest party.

Local elections 2018: Claire Perry accuses John McDonnell of 'failing'

Business minister clashes with the shadow chancellor as he predicts a 'good night for Labour'.

Nobel Prize for Literature postponed amid Swedish Academy turmoil

The Swedish Academy postpones the 2018 Literature award, amid a scandal over sexual assault claims.

Hottest early May Bank Holiday Monday expected

Parts of England could reach 27C on Monday - breaking the record of 23.6C set in 1999.

Mount Kilauea: Hawaii emergency declared over volcano eruption

The lava flow prompts the mandatory evacuation of some 1,700 local residents.

MH370 search uncovered shipwrecks from 19th Century

A trawl of the sea floor in 2015 located two vessels from the 19th Century, experts confirm.

Canadian man wins lottery on birthday as he retires

Vancouver's Ping Kuen Shum celebrated the new retirement nest egg with a meal of dim sum.

Analysis: How important was the Brexit effect?

Prof John Curtice looks at what the local election results mean for the state of the parties.

Polls close in local and mayoral elections across England

Results are expected to come in through the night and Friday in council and mayoral contests.

Twitter tells 330 million users to change their passwords

A glitch exposed some passwords to staff on the company's internal network, the social network says.

Grandmother's emotional return from Jamaica

Gretel Gocan was in Jamaica when her passport was stolen, leaving her trapped for eight years.

Undercover Met Police officer sacked over relationship

Det Con Jim Boyling had relationships with three women in a group he had infiltrated.

Chris Evans' message after mum's death

Chris Evans has told listeners of his Radio 2 breakfast show of his mother's death.

Donald Glover's Millennium Falcon tour: Star shows off cape wardrobe

The actor was keen to show off "where the magic happens" ahead of Solo: A Star Wars Story.

Bill Cosby and Roman Polanski expelled from Academy

Cosby was found guilty of sexual assault last week, while Polanski had sex with a 13-year-old in 1977.

How Liverpool and Real Madrid compare in seven charts

Real have the medals and a manager with a better record in finals - but do Liverpool's prolific frontline give them the edge?

Xanax: Children as young as 11 taking anxiety drug

Children are "self-medicating" with an anxiety drug often sold to them by schoolmates, the BBC finds.

Stabbed burglar Henry Vincent funeral: Teenager arrested

Tempers flared at the funeral of Henry Vincent, who was stabbed to death during a break-in.

Brexit: EU's Juncker urges Belgian citizenship for UK staff

The Commission chief wants Belgium to hand citizenship to staff worried about the impact of Brexit.

Bercow's behaviour unworthy of role, says ex-Black Rod

An ex-senior Parliament official says the Commons Speaker is "unworthy of public office".

Thousands of calls made to breast screen error helpline

It follows revelations that 450,000 women have not been invited for breast scans since 2009.

'She was bandaged from head to toe with eczema'

One mum's experience of her daughter's eczema drove her to set up a charity to help others.

Cambridge Analytica: Will data scandal firm return from dead?

The role of two London-registered operations - Emerdata and Firecrest Technologies - is questioned.

Afghan interpreters should be able to stay in UK - defence secretary

The defence secretary says he is confident those who served with British troops will be able to remain.

Acid death man 'told former partner to kill herself'

Berlinah Wallace denies murder and applying a corrosive fluid to Mark van Dongen in Bristol in 2015.

Free speech pledge for universities

The universities minister promises clearer rules to protect free speech and open debate on campuses.

Korean table tennis teams opt to unite

Sport once again demonstrates its ability to rebuild bridges, with a unified Korean side due to compete in the World Team Table Tennis Championships in Sweden.

Seal avoids 'slow and painful death' by air vent filter

Vets who treated the seal, which had a deep neck wound, had "never seen anything as severe".

Ancient city comes up for sale in Turkey

Owners want the government to step in to protect the site from theft and decay.

Breast screening: Is the NHS programme working?

Across the UK, women aged 50-70 should be automatically asked to have a mammogram every three years,

The Scottish retail empire struggling to strike back

The House of Fraser rose from humble beginnings to conquer the retail world but has its reign ended?

Stormy Daniels case: Trump denies campaign funds paid off porn actor

Mr Trump admits his lawyer was reimbursed for paying to silence the porn star, but says it was legal.

James Bulger’s mum doesn’t want Venables’ blood on her hands.

Denise Fergus say she doesn’t agree with her ex-husband’s legal bid to end Jon Venables’ anonymity.

Exeter University: 'Why I revealed my friends' racist WhatsApp messages'

A number of law students have been expelled from Exeter University after fellow student Arsalan Motavali posted screenshots of their "vile" comments.

Teens 'plotted Columbine-style attack' at North Yorkshire school

Prosecutors allege they "worshipped" students behind the Columbine High school shootings in the US.

Phone hacking: Mirror newspaper settles four more claims

Model Danielle Lloyd and actress Jennifer Ellison are among those to receive undisclosed damages.

Dogs at polling stations: Voters' pooches at the polls

The dog lovers across England exercising their democratic right - and their four-legged friends.

Elon Musk: No 'bonehead' analyst questions please

The Tesla boss snubbed "boring" questions from analysts after the firm's latest results.

Police storm Las Vegas gunman's room in bodycam video

Newly-released video shows officers entering Stephen Paddock's Mandalay Bay suite.

Rio Ferdinand refused boxing licence

Former Manchester United and England defender Rio Ferdinand says he is "disappointed" after being refused a professional boxing licence.

David Browning jailed over Jillian Howell 'bully' murder

David Browning stabbed Jillian Howell to death and wrote "bully" on her forehead.

Lockerbie bomber's conviction to be reviewed

The Scottish Criminal Cases Review Commission will decide whether the case should be referred for a fresh appeal.

Father visits missing toddler excavation site

Richard Lee says the visit to an excavation looking for his daughter Katrice was a "nightmare".

What makes this Girl Scouts group special?

Troop 6000 is a regular Girl Scouts group in New York - with one small difference.

Chris Evans, BBC Radio 2 presenter, pays tribute to mother

The Radio 2 presenter left his breakfast show before he went on air, after hearing his mum had died.

Vauxhall Zafira fires face criminal investigation

A government agency confirms a criminal probe into fires that affected the Vauxhall Zafira.

Trump repaid his lawyer the $130,000 used to silence Stormy Daniels, says Giuliani

The news seems to contradict Mr Trump's claim he knew nothing of $130,000 paid to the porn star.

Peter Wrighton murder: Alexander Palmer doctors 'warned' of knife hoard

Alexander Palmer's parents say they shared their fears before he stabbed an 83-year-old dog walker.

Breast screening error angers survivor and family of deceased

A man said his wife might have survived breast cancer if she had been scanned and diagnosed earlier.

Data firm closure won't stop Facebook probe

Cambridge Analytica is warned not to delete its data history ahead of an investigation.

Hidden fats: What’s underneath your skin?

Sushi, 29, is an average-sized, healthy woman on the outside - but what about on the inside?

Bath additives for child eczema ineffective, study finds

Experts say the findings suggest the NHS could better spend the £23m each year it costs for the treatment.

Orchestral musicians 'living on breadline'

Nearly half of the UK's classical musicians don't earn enough to live on, says the Musicians' Union.

Kew Gardens will reopen the world's largest Victorian glasshouse

The Temperate House at Kew Gardens, which was built in 1863, is home to some of the world's rarest plants.

'Synthetic' embryos could help fertility

They were made in a dish from mouse stem cells and resembled an embryo of about three days old.

Deadly dust storms kill dozens in India

Fierce dust storms and thundershowers kill at least 70 people in the north of India, injuring many more.

Ten hurt in Stamford Hill Jewish festival explosion

Ten people suffer minor injuries when a fire explodes at a Jewish festival in London.

What we know about North Korea's US detainees

The trio were held for 'hostile acts' in North Korea, but they may be closer to release.

Election 2018: Council polls to take place across England

Elections are being held in 150 English local authorities, as well as six mayoral contests.

The Papers: 'NHS breast cancer scandal' and heatwave

An NHS computer glitch which saw women not invited for breast cancer screening dominates the front pages.

News Daily: Cambridge Analytica probe 'to go on' and UN urges Trump to keep Iran deal

Your morning briefing for 3 May 2018.

What is it like to be sectioned?

Four people talk about their experiences of being detained under the Mental Health Act.

The US town prepping for 'devastating' disaster

A tiny town in Washington state fears a massive earthquake will wipe it out. But one man is leading the fightback.

How birds got their beaks - new fossil evidence

Scientists piece together the skull of an ancient bird, which had a primitive beak lined with teeth.

Reality Check: Are journalists increasingly under attack?

Targeted attacks left at least 10 journalists dead in Afghanistan, just days before World Press Day.

Tesla says it is on track despite losses

The firm lost more than $700m in the first three months of the year.

US releases Saudi Guantanamo Bay prisoner al-Darbi

Ahmed al-Darbi, who pleaded guilty to a bomb attack on an oil tanker, is sent back to Saudi Arabia.

Toronto police suspect pranksters dangled car off bridge

An empty Honda Civic was found hanging from a major overpass in Toronto on Wednesday morning.

Cambridge Analytica is shutting down

The firm at the centre of the Facebook data-sharing scandal is immediately ceasing operations, it says.

Theresa May requests 'revised' customs proposals

A succession of senior ministers challenge Mrs May over one of the UK's preferred customs options.

MPs vote against Windrush disclosures

MPs vote against an opposition motion calling on the Home Office to reveal papers on Windrush migrants.

Drone light show in China breaks world record

More than 1,000 illuminated dancing drones have set a new Guinness World Record in a 13-minute flight.

Starbucks race row: Black men arrested in Philadelphia cafe settle for $1

The two black men will each receive $1 and $200,000 for a youth employment programme.

The British fashion designers to watch out for

Liam Hodges and Rosh Mahtani are among the young designers getting funding through the British Fashion Council's NEWGEN scheme.

Hemsby teetering cliff-top home demolished

Work is under way to demolish the remaining chalets on the brink of falling into the North Sea.

TSB boss Paul Pester to give up £2m bonus amid IT mess

Chief executive Paul Pester says he is "truly sorry" and admits he does not know when it will all be fixed.

Iowa approves 'most restrictive abortion bill in US'

The Iowa bill, said to be strictest in the US, bans abortions once a heartbeat is detected.

Royal wedding: Harry and Megan choose carriage

The carriage and horses for their procession through Windsor have been selected by the couple.

Backlash over plan to give out 'modesty ponchos' at prom

US school is criticised for telling students who break the dress code they will have to wear a "modesty poncho".

David Goodall: Scientist, 104, begins trip to end his life

David Goodall is not terminally ill but wants to die, and resents that he cannot elect to do so in Australia.

Brexit: The government's customs options

The government's two suggested options for its customs relationship with the EU after Brexit.

Breast screening: What went wrong?

How does England's breast screening programme work and what went wrong?

Syria war: MoD admits civilian died in RAF strike on Islamic State

RAF drone strike hit a man on a motorbike when he crossed a target area in Syria at the last minute.

Man wrote 'bully' on murdered boss's forehead

University of Brighton-worker David Browning stabbed Jillian Howell to death.

Kanye slavery comments 'ignorant' - Will.i.am

The Black Eyed Pea says Kanye's comments about slavery "broke my heart" and were "harmful".

Hacker faces jail for stealing Just Eat data

Grant West, 26, stole data from the company's customers by sending bogus emails offering a voucher.

Four ways to get men into early years teaching roles

Head teachers' union NAHT says there need to be more male teachers for children aged five and under.

Local elections: The young people running to be councillors

With the average age of local councillors above 60, what is driving people in their twenties to run?

Breast scan error 'shortened up to 270 lives' - Hunt

Hundreds of women in England may have died prematurely after failing to receive breast scan invitations.

'I lost 19 stone but hate my saggy skin'

Amy lost 19 stone but tells Newsbeat the excess skin she was left with is making her unhappy.

House of Fraser to close stores in reorganisation

Department store chain announces turnaround plan and a new Chinese owner.

Bullying claims against Speaker John Bercow 'concerning', says No 10

Allegations of bullying by the Speaker should be properly investigated, the PM's spokesman says.

Prime Minister's Questions: The key bits and the verdict

Theresa May clashed with Jeremy Corbyn over Windrush and the local elections - here are the key bits.

Macron thanks Australian leader's 'delicious wife'

The French president's usually excellent English failed him for a moment in front of the cameras.

Sheffield burns survivor to launch beauty pageant

Rochelle Barrett suffered third degree burns and now plans a pageant for people with disfigurements.

Prof Stephen Hawking's multiverse finale

In his last paper, the Cambridge physicist tackles multiple universes and a cosmic paradox.

Abba have 'nothing to prove' with new songs, says Benny Andersson

Benny Andersson also tells BBC News the new songs "aren't finished yet".

George Michael: Family ask fans to remove tributes

Supporters have created memorial gardens outside his homes in Goring and Highgate.

Biohacker Aaron Traywick found dead in a spa

Aaron Traywick had made headlines for promoting unlicensed drugs to sick members of the public.

Queensbury Tube shooting: One dead and another hurt

The man died outside Queensbury Tube station, north-west London, just after 21:00 BST on Tuesday.

Kangaroos attacking carrot-bearing tourists spark warnings

Tourists flock to see wild kangaroos near Sydney - but feeding them can be dangerous.

Rochdale: 'Spanish Dale' to come to final game after fans raise money for his visit

'Spanish Dale' - a Rochdale superfan - is leaving Spain for the first time to watch his beloved team in their final game of the season after fans raised nearly £500.

'Staggering' clean-up of river polluted by metal mine

A pilot scheme which detoxified water from an old metal mine could help wildlife around the world.

Shocking numbers work while ill, report says

Employees have become much more likely to come to work while ill according to a new report.

Apple faces battery pledge complaints

Apple is accused of finding unnecessary faults with iPhones submitted for battery replacements.

Macron to Turnbull: 'Thank you and your delicious wife'

Mr Macron's usually excellent English failed him for a moment on camera.

Brexiteers send customs 'ultimatum' to Theresa May

The government is under pressure to drop one of its preferred options to manage customs after Brexit.

Mueller 'threatened Trump with subpoena' amid Russia probe

The president was warned he might be forced to testify as part of the Russia probe, reports say.

Commons Speaker John Bercow accused of bullying private secretary

The Speaker's former private secretary breaks a non-disclosure agreement to speak to Newsnight.

'Having sex five times a day wasn't enough'

Two sex addicts speak about the impact it has had on their lives.

Why the #MuteRKelly campaign is back

Time's Up is calling on businesses to boycott R Kelly following years of sexual assault allegations.

Kanye West suggests African-American slavery was 'a choice'

The rapper suggests the enslavement of African Americans over centuries may have been a "choice".

Weight loss and loose skin: Patients ‘forgotten’ by NHS

A surgeon says people who need surgery to remove excess skin after massive weight loss are being overlooked.

Donald Trump wrote own health letter, says physician Harold Bornstein

A 2015 note describing Donald Trump's "extraordinary" strength was "made up", says his former doctor.

The body collectors of Mosul

Why a group of volunteers is digging out bodies in Mosul's Old City.

TSB bosses set for showdown with MPs

The bank's IT fiasco will be put under the microscope by the Treasury Committee as problems persist.

Ariana Grande wants album to 'bring light'

The singer says her new album is "about bringing light to a situation" in her comeback interview.

UK's most polluted towns and cities revealed

Areas above the limit include London and Manchester, with the Welsh town Port Talbot the worst.

The papers: 'Tax haven u-turn' and Sheridan's engaged

The government's U-turn on tax havens and Sheridan Smith's engagement make the front pages.

News Daily: May's Brexit ultimatum and Trump 'dictated' doctor's letter

Your morning briefing for 2 May 2018.

Air Force Once and other White House typos

Since taking office, the White House has been plagued by spelling errors and countless typos.

Charlie Gard parents: We were trolled over son's death

Some of the abuse was sent on the day of the 11-month-old's death, they said.

Meet the kids learning to DJ at school

Austen and Scott Smart are professional DJs who have helped write the curriculum for the DJ course.

100 years on: The murder of the Russian Tsar and his family

The Russian Tsar Nicholas II and his entire family were killed by a firing squad in 1918.

Uganda mudslides: Why do villagers move back?

Villages buried, relatives killed, the area declared unsafe, and yet residents don't leave. Why?

Life in a prison with 5,500 other inmates

A prisoner at Manila City Jail, one of the world’s most overcrowded ones, describes what life is like there.

This is what coral reefs sound like

Sounds from the Great Barrier Reef have got quieter over the past five years.

The UK towns and cities with the highest and lowest wages

The towns and cities offering the best incomes aren't always the ones you'd expect.

RAF strikes on IS in Iraq 'may have killed civilians'

Doubt is cast on the MoD's claim it has seen no evidence that strikes against IS caused civilian casualties.

Holocaust row: Abbas accused of anti-Semitism

Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas's speech suggested Jews brought the Holocaust on themselves.

Paris police arrest 200 after violent May Day riots

Black Bloc rioters torch vehicles and a McDonald's, hijacking a peaceful rally against labour reforms.

Taj Mahal colour change worries India Supreme Court

'Perhaps you don't care,' the Supreme Court tells the government, ordering it to fix the problem.

'Hate speech button' confuses Facebook users

Some Facebook users mock the sudden appearance of the button under every post on the site.

Facebook F8: Zuckerberg unveils dating service plan

Facebook's chief has reflected on an "intense year" before revealing plans to match-make users.

Poet Benjamin Zephaniah: 'I hit my ex-girlfriend'

The poet describes how becoming politically active led him to change his behaviour towards women.

'I was stranded on a train in a wheelchair'

BBC reporter Alex Taylor on the difficulties of commuting to work as a disabled person.

House of Lords plays havoc with Brexit bill

Peers have defeated the government multiple times on key Brexit legislation - how far can they go?

YouTube stars paid to sell essay cheating

A BBC investigation has found that YouTube stars are being paid to sell academic cheating.

Exeter university students expelled over racist comments

The university said the "very severe consequences" had not been reached "lightly".

Worst pitch ever? Playing football in a rice paddy

Japanese children take part in a special match to encourage enjoyment of the outdoors.

Jaw scaffolding 'helps our baby breathe'

Noah Connell, who turns one this weekend, is the youngest person in the UK to have had the surgery.

Woman, 96, is Newcastle council election candidate

Florence Kirkby is believed to be one of the country's oldest candidates.

Who might replace Matthew Wright on The Wright Stuff?

As Matthew Wright stands down from The Wright Stuff, who could replace him and what could the show be called?

Disguised women sneak into Iranian football match

These Iranian women posed as men so they could watch a football match in Tehran.

Disappeared toddler: 'Heart in mouth for 37 years'

With police set to excavate a site in Germany near where Katrice Lee was last seen, her father says he remains "certain she was abducted".

Ministers back down on tax haven company registers

The amendment would force overseas territories to publish company ownership details.

Brazil fire: Sao Paulo tower block collapses

The 26-storey building collapsed 90 minutes after catching fire, killing at least one person.

Nurses syndicate from Cleland Hospital scoops £1m in lottery

The 15 members of the syndicate at a hospital in Motherwell, Lanarkshire, will pocket about £66,666 each.

Gladiators star smashes Dinnie Stones record

Strongman James Crossley, aka Hunter, was rock solid during his biggest challenge yet - the Dinnie Stones.

Spain 'wolf pack' case: Fury over verdict sparks #MeToo campaign

Thousands of women show solidarity with the victim by sharing cases of harassment and violent abuse.

Swedish meatball admission: They're Turkish

Scandinavian nation makes the gastronomic revelation via their official Twitter account.

RBS to cut 162 branches and 792 jobs

Royal Bank of Scotland is to close 162 branches in England and Wales, resulting in nearly 800 job losses.

Iran calls Netanyahu 'infamous liar' over nuclear documents

Iran calls Israel's PM an "infamous liar" over allegations of a secret nuclear weapons programme.

Parachute trial: Soldier 'thought he would get £120k death payout'

Emile Cillier is accused of trying to kill his wife by tampering with her parachute before a jump.

New problems with TSB standing orders

The bank - reeling from an IT fiasco - faces a tough two days, as MPs prepare to question executives.

Matthew Wright to leave The Wright Stuff

The TV presenter says he "wants to try his hand at something new".

When is it OK to do a 'power pose'?

An image of new Home Secretary Sajid Javid has sparked a debate about how to project authority and power.

Can a full Moon really affect your sleep?

One small study suggests it might be the case - but is it just another moon-based old wives' tale?

11 things we learned from Kim Kardashian's interview on Ellen

Tristan's cheating, no phone rules and Kanye playing Connect 4 during the birth of Chicago.

Is this Britain's most influential far-right activist?

Jim Dowson is a central figure in a Christian militant group operating in the UK and abroad.

Jamie Oliver: 'I don’t ban junk food at home'

The celebrity chef says snacks like biscuits and chocolate are a "treat" in his house.

Health trust recalls 2,500 patients

The recall comes after a review of a neurology consultant at the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust.

Salford fatal house fire siblings 'killed following feud'

Four siblings were trapped upstairs in their bedroom as flames engulfed the house, a court hears.

'Critical window' for learning a language

Scientists say there is a cut-off age for learning a language fluently.

Spotify playlists in Bank of England's sights

Music downloads could help the Bank of England understand consumers' moods, its chief economist says.

Free Rein: Ex-Hollyoaks writers win an Emmy for Netflix children's show

Two former Hollyoaks writers win the Emmy for best children's programme for Netflix's Free Rein.

Oldest winger in town going strong at 95

Easton Roy kicked his rugby career into touch at 85, but returned to the pitch ten years later.

Brexit: Liam Fox accuses peers of 'thwarting will of people'

Liam Fox rejects a Lords vote that would give Parliament a potentially decisive say over Brexit.

Sainsbury's boss sorry for singing We're in the Money

Mike Coupe apologises for singing "We're in the money" on the day of the company's biggest-ever deal..

Children's social services in Wales 'near crisis'

In nine years, there has been a 149% rise in court applications in Wales to remove children from their home.

Tackling cricket's gender pay gap

Recent pay rises for stars in the Indian women's team has drawn the issue into sharp relief.

Kezang Dorji: How Eminem inspired Bhutan's star rapper

Kezang Dorji, 28, rose from a poor background to become one of Bhutan's most loved rappers.

Why a US-China trade war could hurt Asia

The BBC's Karishma Vaswani explains how other countries could end up taking a direct hit from US tariffs.

Israel's Iran documents show nuclear deal was lies, says Mike Pompeo

The US secretary of state says documents presented by Israel show Iran "hid a vast atomic archive".

Cardinal Pell ordered to stand trial on sexual assault charges

The Vatican treasurer has formally pleaded not guilty to allegations against him in Australia.

Scotland ends cheap booze as minimum price starts

The new law sets a minimum price at which alcohol can be sold in a bid to tackle problem drinking.

Ashley Judd sues Harvey Weinstein for 'damaging' career

Actress Ashley Judd's lawsuit accuses the Oscar-winning producer of defamation and sexual harassment.

Roma v Liverpool: Police 'can guarantee fans' safety' if they stay within rules

Police say they can "guarantee the safety of Liverpool fans" in Rome for the Champions League semi-final as long as they stay within Italian rules.

How your diet could influence the age of your menopause

A study finds a diet rich in oily fish may help to delay natural menopause, while carbs hasten it.

Trump delays decision on steel and aluminium tariffs

In March, US President Trump imposed tariffs of 25% on US imports of steel and 10% on aluminium.

'Gay cake': Ashers Bakery case to be heard at Supreme Court

It's the latest legal challenge by a bakery found to have discriminated for refusing to make a 'gay cake'.

Father saves baby's life with CPR

Alec Brown used recently-acquired CPR skills and is now urging others to learn first aid.

Genetic secrets of the rose revealed

Take time to smell the roses, the saying goes, as a study shows they may smell even sweeter in future.

WhatsApp boss and co-founder Jan Koum to quit

Jan Koum says he wants to pursue new projects, but reports say he clashed with parent company Facebook.

Newspaper headlines: Javid's 'fresh start' and UK faces care crisis

Sajid Javid's appointment as home secretary and his pledge to "sort Windrush" dominates the front pages.

News Daily: UK backs Iran nuclear deal and Scotland raises alcohol price

Your morning briefing for 1 May 2018.

How a YouTube video foreshadowed a murder

Sixteen-year-old Jermaine Goupall was stabbed to death last year. His murderers outlined the killing in a violent YouTube video.

Women in Iraq's refugee camps taught to sew

Vulnerable women living in Iraqi refugee camps are being given new hope by old sewing machines.

Quiz: How much do you know about May Day?

Before you pop out to prance around the maypole on the village green - why not test yourself with this May Day quiz?

The people fighting pollution with plastic-free periods

Disposable tampons and menstrual pads can contain plastics and are often flushed into water systems.

'I learned my husband was dead on a police computer'

The police officer wife of Road Wars star PC James "Dixie" Dixon speaks about the impact of his death.

Will paying more for alcohol and sugary drinks make us healthier?