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Ukraine's foreign minister said Russia leading the UN Security Council is "the worst joke ever".
Lethal tornadoes sweep several US states, leaving at least 11 dead across several states.
Should we worry about artificial intelligence, or embrace the possibilities it brings, asks Laura Kuenssberg.
Ken Buchanan, Scotland's first undisputed world champion and arguably the country's greatest boxer, dies at the age of 77.
Triple Olympic champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce runs in her son's school sports day parents' race - with predictable results.
After months of protests, authorities make clear their enforcement of hijab rules on women.
The amateur fighter was taken to hospital after his bout but his condition deteriorated.
Ministers in England want to "make polluters pay" after more than 300,000 spills in waterways last year.
The bodies of Gary and Josh Dunmore were found in Cambridgeshire on Wednesday.
The 86-year-old was admitted to Gemelli Hospital in Rome on Wednesday with breathing difficulties.
Battersea Cats and Dogs Home receives more than £100,000 after the presenter's death.
What help and options are available to people struggling with debt repayments?
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Low-income households, pensioners and some disabled people can get extra help with energy bills.
Millions of households across the UK will see a sharp increase in council tax bills in April.
How are rising interest rates changing the housing market around the UK?
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The government is set to confirm the planned state pension age rise to 68 will not be brought forward.
Stand-ups share what it is like to make a living - and make people laugh - amid a cost of living crisis.
The BBC's Lora Jones tells you four things you can do, if your landlord asks for more money.
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The cost-of-living crisis continues to bite. Here are some things that can reduce the impact.
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Recruiters and charities give their advice for anyone wanting to get back into work.
The Dutch government is hosting 900 migrants and asylum seekers on the Silja Europa passenger ship.
The BBC's new education programme, Dars, is aimed at Afghan children who are banned from school.
A range of bills - from council tax to water - are going up, but the lowest earners also get a pay rise.
How criminals seemingly working for North Korea were able to plunder cashpoints in 28 countries.
The Duke listened and took written notes as his court fight with Associated Newspapers began.
Amateurs as well as TV crews filmed the tornadoes sweeping across several states.
Clubs to have their logos rejigged include Manchester City, Chelsea, West Ham, Forest, Ipswich and Norwich.
A selection of striking images from around the world, taken in the past seven days.
One of the last UK coal-fired power stations has closed and could make way for a fusion reactor.
The state visit to Germany has proved to be a success despite the inauspicious postponed start.
A police officer helped ducklings cross the road and gained a new nickname in the process.
As she left court after being cleared, Gwyneth Paltrow paused to speak to the man who sued her.
The rapper explains how a voice note from cousin Michaela Coel pushed him to turn the ordeal into art.
Trans man Teddy is a musical theatre performer recording differences in his voice as he transitions.
Gabriel Jesus scores his first Arsenal goals since October as the Gunners restore their eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a comfortable win over Leeds.
BBC Sport's chief football Phil McNulty reflects on Man City's 4-1 hammering of Liverpool in Premier League
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Former US President Donald Trump is being charged with a crime. Here is what the case is about.
The former US president is to fly from Florida and turn himself in while surrounded by federal agents.
US voters tell the BBC how they feel about the historic indictment of a former US president.
The adult film star pops the champagne as she says orders for T-shirts and other gear are "pouring in".
The former president's alleged night with a porn actress has turned into a mammoth legal battle.
As the former president faces arrest on criminal charges, here is what you need to know.
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The BBC's Daniela Relph looks back on King Charles' first overseas visit as monarch.
Olivia Pratt-Korbel's mum Cheryl leaves court after guilty verdict for murderer Thomas Cashman.
Colletta Smith tells you - in one minute - about changes to the discounts and payments available.
Climate change protests disrupt Humza Yousaf's first session of first minister's questions.
The King joked with his hosts as he impressed with his language skills at a lavish banquet.
A man has been found guilty of murdering Olivia Pratt-Korbel in Liverpool last August.
The monarch was visiting an organic farm in the village of Brodowin.
The deputy PM and deputy Labour leader face each other for PMQs in the Commons.
The TV presenter and comedian died "unexpectedly but peacefully" on Tuesday, his husband says.
The presenter and comedian, who has died at the age of 67, found fame as his drag queen persona.
Humza Yousaf won a majority of votes from MSPs to become the country's sixth first minister.
The driver was handed a two-year suspended sentence and ordered to pay £12,000 in compensation.
The new tunnel under the River Thames in London is 25km long was built at a cost of almost £5bn.
The Duke of Sussex is at the High Court as legal proceedings begin in a phone-tapping and privacy case.
If you want to close your street over the bank holiday weekend, you need to get your application in soon.
Fiona Bruce asks the Question Time audience if they believe the former PM told a committee of MPs the truth.
Lisa Telling says her friend Ruth was "under enormous stress before she died."
The former prime minister faces a committee of MPs on whether he intentionally misled parliament.
The former prime minster is pressed about Downing Street photos showing a lack of social distancing.
The former PM says Downing Street staff did not touch each other’s pens but passed drinks at events.
SNP MP Allan Dorans presses Boris Johnson about a photo appearing to show multiple bottles of alcohol.
The former PM is to face questions from parliament's Privileges Committee on Wednesday.
Baroness Casey's year-long review condemned systemic failures in London's police force.
Sir Mark Rowley responds after a review finds racism, misogyny, and homophobia at the heart of the force.
The BBC's Duncan Kennedy visits Hampshire to find out why scientists are appealing for help.
Gary Lineker will not present FA Cup quarter-final coverage as planned on Sunday after losing his voice.
The Love Island star says the British public was shocked by her case.
Alan Shearer describes "difficult situation” caused by Gary Lineker's impartiality row suspension.
The Angel Inn hotel in Sussex was housing Ukrainian refugees but no casualties have been reported.
The shadow chancellor is questioned over when a Labour government would implement the new childcare support.
Jeremy Hunt defends a higher tax burden to BBC Breakfast saying he has to be "responsible" with public finances.
Footage shows the moment the former world boxing champion is robbed for his £70,000 watch.
The BBC's Vishala Sri-Pathma breaks down how the government's spending plans might impact your pocket.
The economy is on the right track but chancellor remains vigilant for more action, Jeremy Hunt tells MPs.
Britain is the “sick man of Europe once again” says the Labour leader as he replied to the chancellor’s budget.
The director general is quizzed as Gary Lineker is set to return to screens this weekend.
Gary Lineker will be back on BBC screens this weekend.
Gary Lineker speaks to press outside his house as it seems there is still no resolution to the tweet row.
But Mark Thompson, who ran the BBC from 2004 - 2012, says impartiality rules do have "grey area".
A walkout by Match of the Day staff saw the show broadcast without commentary or pundits this weekend.
The company, which specialised in lending money to tech companies, was shut down by US regulators on Friday.
Watch Nomia Iqbal's interview with the BBC director general on the Gary Lineker crisis.
The Labour leader says the BBC is not acting impartially claiming it is "caving in" to Tory MPs.
Freezing conditions cause misery for motorists, but some in affected areas embrace the snow.
The television presenter compared language the government used to "that used by Germany in the 30s".
Mae Muller has been revealed as the UK's entrant for the Eurovision Song Contest.
Barry May has waved at trucks for 30 years, but in 2018 had to say goodbye to his passion.
The government is considering MDP Wethersfield in Essex, currently home to military police, as a centre for asylum seekers.
The UK’s only independent Sylvanian Families shop has drawn collectors and fans for 30 years.
Michael Peterson witnessed the phenomenon while feeding his sheep in snowy conditions.
Tomasz Schafernaker leads you through what you can expect from this latest cold snap.
Josh from Romford goes through all the emotions to get tickets for this year's contest, but was he successful?
The UK PM addresses reporters about new plans to crack down on people crossing the Channel in small boats.
The moment Mae Muller was revealed as the UK's representative for the 2023 Eurovision song contest.
The ex-Leeds Rhinos star was the 2,000th recipient of the award for outstanding individual volunteers.
Three people are found dead along a major route into the city after last being seen in the early hours of Saturday.
The Metropolitan Police has released video of Sarah Everard's killer visiting a McDonald's twice in February 2021.
BBC correspondent Sonja Jessup asks Bear if he had an apology for Ms Harrison ahead of his sentencing.
The Labour leader says Rishi Sunak "sat on his hands" as lockdown gatherings were held in Downing Street.
Ex-PM reacts as committee releases interim report into statements he made about lockdown events
The broadcaster thanks listeners and the BBC, despite its "occasional vagary", in his final broadcast.
Tory MPs are angry that the report's author, Sue Gray, is up for the job as Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff.
The BBC's Jonathan Blake examines why the former health secretary's Covid communications are in the spotlight.
The journalist released WhatsApps she obtained while working on the former health secretary's book.
Since Sean Dilley shared the story of his retiring guide dog, some 4,500 volunteers have come forward.
The Princess of Wales is awarded a golden trophy after winning the race at a leisure centre.
Eli Crossley, who has muscular dystrophy, explains now new technology is helping in his daily life.
The Northern Ireland secretary hails "an amazing achievement" after seven years which "cost me my mental health".
Rishi Sunak hails the "breakthrough" agreement in a joint speech with EU chief Ursula von der Leyen.
The UK and the EU reach an agreement over trading arrangements for Northern Ireland.
The search continues, but police say they are considering the possibility that the baby has been harmed.
Sunday night's impressive display was so vibrant it was seen from Kent and Cornwall.
It offers a glimpse of a ship that sank with a future king on board, killing hundreds of people.
Nadhim Zahawi says he "completely accepted the position of the prime minister", who fired him as party chairman.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has led the nation in silence from Downing Street.
Ynys Enlli achieves the highest designation from the International Dark Skies Association.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer have each set out five key priorities - how do they compare?
David Westwood and Becky Warren say their outgoings have halved since living in a house on wheels.
The four minute film is made by the studio behind Wallace and Gromit and will be shown in schools.
The former Conservative and Labour leaders say politicians should "redesign the state around technology."
The BBC's Nick Garnett visits the key places leading up to the discovery of the missing mother-of-two in the River Wyre.
Lancashire Police's Peter Lawson confirms a body found in the River Wyre is Nicola Bulley.
Detective Chief Superintendent Pauline Stables reads out a statement on behalf of Nicola Bulley's family.
All Quiet On The Western Front wasn't the only winner in town at 2023's Bafta Awards.
Some workers could be forced to work during a strike if the government's plans become law.
Steve Davies has designed a surfboard using fungi to make it more biodegradable.
The delightful building with unrivalled views was created to disguise a coastal village's water tower.
The BBC's Tom Symonds explains what David Smith did, and how he was stopped.
The comedian is opening a glamping site full of restored vintage vehicles in Derbyshire.
The star would prefer to play for a football club instead of owning one like his 'rival', Wrexham FC co-owner Ryan Reynolds.
The labour leaders speaks about Labour's position on Ukraine, while on a visit to Kyiv.
Scotland's first minister shared her view on the Tories, Jeremy Clarkson and controversial haircuts.
As Nicola Sturgeon resigns as Scotland's longest-serving first minister, BBC Scotland looks back on how she rose to the nation's highest office.
Lancashire Police say there is no evidence to suggest any third parties were involved in the disappearance.
Nicola Sturgeon announces that she is resigning after more than eight years as head of the Scottish government.
The pair say they work for the local council and removed the piece because they were "told to".
The asteroid was also seen in the sky above northern France.
Nobody was injured when the unplanned detonation happened in Great Yarmouth.
Single mother Lucie had to find somewhere new to live with her four children.