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US and UK pulling some personnel from Qatar base as US considers Iran action 15 Jan 2026, 1:31 am

US officials say it is a "precautionary measure" and comes as Donald Trump weighs up whether to take action against Iran.

X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash 15 Jan 2026, 1:20 am

Grok will no longer allow users to remove clothing from images of real people, a statement posted on X reads.

Serial houseplant killer? Here's how to keep them alive 15 Jan 2026, 12:30 am

The three easiest plants to keep alive and how to make sure you keep them healthy all year round.

Why the UAE has incurred the wrath of Somalia 15 Jan 2026, 12:27 am

The government in Mogadishu has accused the UAE of undermining its sovereignty.

Hearts 'underdogs by long shot' but still setting Premiership pace 15 Jan 2026, 12:23 am

If it seemed Hearts made a statement by winning with 10 men at Dundee on Sunday, they upped the ante against St Mirren four days later.

Zelensky declares state of emergency in Ukraine's energy sector 15 Jan 2026, 12:22 am

Thousands of Ukrainians are without power in temperatures well below freezing, due to ongoing Russian airstrikes.

Ugandans choose between pop star and veteran leader in presidential poll 15 Jan 2026, 12:19 am

The election is a rematch between Bobi Wine and Yoweri Museveni, who has been president for 40 years.

Sanchez mistakes 'on me' - Rosenior defends Chelsea keeper 15 Jan 2026, 12:01 am

Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior defends goalkeeper Robert Sanchez following two mistakes in his side's 3-2 defeat at home to Arsenal on Wednesday in their Carabao Cup semi-final first-leg tie.

The Papers: 'World on the brink' and Trump intent on 'conquering' Greenland 14 Jan 2026, 11:58 pm

The global tensions from Greenland and Iran feature prominently on Thursday's front pages.

Arsenal take step to ending semi-final nightmares - but regrets remain 14 Jan 2026, 11:51 pm

Arsenal's 3-2 win at Chelsea seizes control of their EFL Cup tie - and overcoming their poor record in semi-finals will be the big positive for Mikel Arteta.

A 6-2 sweep - Robertson & Trump complete bizarre Masters sequence 14 Jan 2026, 11:37 pm

Neil Robertson completes an unprecedented eighth 6-2 win in the first round of the Masters as he advanced past Chris Wakelin into the quarter-finals.

Denmark warns of 'fundamental disagreement' after White House talks on Greenland 14 Jan 2026, 11:13 pm

There was no major breakthrough during the meeting, and President Trump reiterated his interest in acquiring the island shortly afterwards.

From behind bars, Aung San Suu Kyi casts a long shadow over Myanmar 14 Jan 2026, 11:01 pm

The democracy campaigner has spent 20 years in total in detention, five of them since being overthrown by a coup.

Bayern's record-breaking Bundesliga season in numbers 14 Jan 2026, 10:29 pm

BBC Sport examines the stunning numbers behind Bayern Munich's record-breaking start to the Bundesliga season - and what records they could topple.

Nasa astronauts begin 'bittersweet' medical evacuation from space station 14 Jan 2026, 10:28 pm

The crew is expected to splash down off the coast of California in the early hours of Thursday local time.

Mane destroys Salah's Afcon dream again - will he get another chance? 14 Jan 2026, 9:56 pm

Mohamed Salah's Afcon dream was ended by Sadio Mane and Senegal on Wednesday night - but how many more chances will the Liverpool forward have to win the competition?

Hillsborough Law campaigners say they cannot back proposed bill 14 Jan 2026, 9:52 pm

They are concerned security services will be exempt from a law designed to stop cover-ups.

Moment cargo ship crashes into oil tanker in North Sea 14 Jan 2026, 9:50 pm

A jury has seen footage of a cargo ship crashing into an oil tanker, which triggered an explosion and killed a crew member.

Who is Erfan Soltani, Iranian protester reportedly facing execution? 14 Jan 2026, 9:39 pm

The 26-year-old shop owner was arrested in his home on 8 January in connection with protests in Iran.

US launches phase two of Gaza peace plan with new technocratic government 14 Jan 2026, 8:50 pm

It includes the establishment of a technocratic Palestinian government, as well as the reconstruction and demilitarisation of Gaza, US envoy Steve Witkoff says.

'I carried my wife's body for an hour and a half' - BBC hears stories of protesters killed in Iran 14 Jan 2026, 8:35 pm

BBC Persian has received dozens of accounts from inside Iran. Defiant despite potential repercussions, the witnesses said they wanted to ensure the rest of the world knew of the violence against the protesters.

Mahmood has no confidence in police chief after Israeli fan ban 14 Jan 2026, 8:24 pm

West Midlands Police apologises for errors, but makes no comment on its chief constable's future.

California investigates Grok over AI deepfakes 14 Jan 2026, 8:19 pm

The state attorney general urges xAI to take action over the "shocking" material as Musk denies the allegations.

White House defends Trump over middle-finger gesture at heckler 14 Jan 2026, 8:14 pm

Thousands of people have sent donations totalling nearly $700,000 (£521,000) to the heckler, who was suspended from his job at Ford.

Why banning of Maccabi fans raises questions about police integrity 14 Jan 2026, 7:08 pm

The decision to ban fans of the Israeli team from a UK game was based on a flawed assessment, a report has found.

Starlink reportedly made free in Iran - but protesters are taking huge risks by using it 14 Jan 2026, 6:15 pm

The satellite technology has become a vital communications lifeline after the government shut down the internet last week.

David Hockney says moving Bayeux Tapestry to UK is 'madness' 14 Jan 2026, 5:55 pm

The artist claims it is too much of a risk to transport the centuries-old artwork from France.

Reeves doesn't rule out wider business rates support across hospitality 14 Jan 2026, 5:38 pm

Chancellor says support for pubs is on its way and leaves the door open for further tweaks to business rates changes

Actor John Alford jailed for sex assaults on teens 14 Jan 2026, 5:21 pm

The former London's Burning and Grange Hill star bought vodka for the girls before assaulting them.

Julian Barnes on his last novel: 'I hope it's a good one to go out on' 14 Jan 2026, 5:00 pm

The award-winning author discusses his "final" novel, living with cancer, and the future of fiction.

UK ready to 'tighten chokehold' on Russia's shadow fleet 14 Jan 2026, 5:00 pm

The foreign secretary promised more "assertive action" to tackle sanction-busting oil tankers in Russia’s shadow fleet.

Tehran morgue videos show the brutality of Iran's crackdown on protesters 14 Jan 2026, 4:58 pm

Distressing footage reveals nearly 200 bodies with one victim identified as young as 16.

Sting pays Police bandmates £600,000 in royalties 14 Jan 2026, 3:05 pm

The musician discovered a "historic underpayment" after being sued in London's High Court.

Americanswers...On 5 Live! What do Americans really think of Donald Trump? 12 Jan 2026, 7:56 pm

And does Trump have a plan for Iran?

The Sadiq Khan Interview 12 Jan 2026, 6:21 pm

Sadiq Khan speaks to Newscast about crime in London, social media and Europe.

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