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  1. Ministers drop plans for mandatory digital ID to work in UK

    There will still be digital checks on those starting a new job, but people will not need to hold a digital ID.
  2. Chris Mason: The climbdowns stack up for Starmer with digital ID U-turn

    The government dropping the digital ID scheme's mandatory element is another climbdown for Downing Street, writes the BBC's political editor.
  3. First leukaemia patient to receive pioneering treatment on NHS says it is 'very sci-fi'

    Oscar Murphy has an aggressive form of the blood cancer and is the first to get CAR-T therapy in the UK.
  4. Greenlanders brace for summit that could shape the Arctic's future - and their own

    US Vice President JD Vance will host Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers for talks on Wednesday.
  5. Only Trump can stop Putin, Polish president tells BBC

    Europe should do everything it can to help the US president in his efforts to end the war in Ukraine, Karol Nawrocki said.
  6. Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged assault of ride-share driver

    Investigators arrested the actor, star of 24 and Designated Survivor, in Hollywood early on Monday morning.
  7. Global temperatures dipped in 2025 but more heat records on way, scientists warn

    The last three years were Earth's hottest on record, as humanity's carbon emissions continue to heat the planet.
  8. Chef 'not embarrassed' by one-star hygiene rating at Michelin-starred restaurant

    Chef patron Gareth Ward says his standards "never drop below 100%" at two-Michelin-starred Ynyshir.
  9. New Liverpool to Manchester rail link as government revives Northern Powerhouse Rail

    The scheme will be delivered in phases, starting with upgrades to lines between Leeds, York, Bradford and Sheffield.
  10. Bulger killer Jon Venables set for parole hearing

    Jon Venables, 10 when he killed James Bulger in 1993, failed in a previous bid for parole in 2023.
  11. Bowen: Authoritarian regimes die gradually then suddenly, but Iran is not there yet

    The regime's opponents will hope for more pressure to accelerate the process, writes the BBC's international editor.
  12. 'Now there's the threat of executions' in Iran

    An Iranian security official says 2,000 people have been killed so far after a crackdown on weeks of anti-government protests.
  13. Why are there protests in Iran and what has Trump said about US action?

    Hundreds of people are believed to have been killed, as days of large demonstrations threaten the regime. Here's what you need to know.
  14. Which countries do business with Iran and what could US tariffs mean?

    Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran after its deadly crackdown on anti-government protests.
  15. Why you're more like the Traitors than you think and how it could harm you

    We underestimate how often we bend the truth, but doing so can leave us isolated and anxious.
  16. The Papers: Trump tells Iran 'help is on its way' and 'the rail deal'

    Donald Trump's message to Iranians protesting against the regime dominates Wednesday's front pages.
  17. Stranger Things documentary-maker shares reason for last-minute finale script

    The making-of documentary gives fans an insight into the production process of the hit sci-fi show.
  18. University application deadline is today: How much does a degree cost?

    With rising tuition fees and living costs, do higher graduate earnings cover the cost of a degree?
  19. Canada's Mark Carney faces delicate balancing act in China visit

    The PM is seeking to deepen trade and repair ties with China after years of tense relations - without compromising national security or provoking the US.
  20. US approves sale of Nvidia's advanced AI chips to China

    Nvidia has been caught in a tug-of-war between the US and China as the countries compete for AI dominance.
  21. UK secures record supply of offshore wind projects

    The government needs to significantly boost its capacity of offshore wind projects if it is to meet its clean power targets.
  22. First UK Town of Culture competition searches for 'unique stories'

    The event is part the government's effort to "restore pride in communities" and showcase local communities.
  23. Schools shut again as water supply issues continue

    Several schools in Kent and Sussex say they will shut again because of the mass water supply problems.
  24. A Dubai chocolate-inspired dessert has taken S Korea by storm

    Shops are selling hundreds of cookies within minutes as the frenzy sends prices of ingredients surging.
  25. Venezuela has freed some American citizens from prison, US official says

    A US state department official did not confirm the identities or number of prisoners released, but called the move "an important step in the right direction".
  26. US Supreme Court appears likely to uphold restrictions on transgender athletes

    Lawyers for trans athletes told the conservative-leaning court they were not asking for an “unfair biological advantage”.
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  28. The Sadiq Khan Interview

    Sadiq Khan speaks to Newscast about crime in London, social media and Europe.
  29. Americanswers...On 5 Live! What do Americans really think of Donald Trump?

    And does Trump have a plan for Iran?
  30. Toby Jones presents must-see Dad's Army moments

    Watch Mainwaring dancing and sparring with Morecambe and Wise and a special tribute to Noel Coward
  31. Paul Young reflects on his journey through fame

    Paul Young looks back on a career that saw him capture the hearts of a generation of fans.
  32. 'The game has gone' - a bad night for VAR in semi-final

    Manchester City's 2-0 win over Newcastle in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final was overshadowed by a contentious decision to disallow a goal from Antoine Semenyo in the second half.
  33. Semenyo scores again - who are winners and losers of his arrival?

    Antoine Semenyo has taken to life seamlessly at Manchester City by hitting the ground running and is already beginning to repay the £62.5m fee Pep Guardiola handed to Bournemouth to sign him.
  34. More money and bigger say - are top-10 stars being reasonable?

    As another Grand Slam season dawns, many players still believe they are undervalued and denied a voice in key decisions made by the majors.
  35. What does Trump's foreign policy mean for World Cup?

    As a group of cross-party MPs calls on Fifa to consider expelling the USA from the World Cup, BBC Sport analyses what Donald Trump’s foreign policy means for the tournament.
  36. Kim 'good to go' for Winter Olympics despite dislocated shoulder

    Olympic champion snowboarder Chloe Kim says she will be fit to compete at the Winter Olympic Games next month despite dislocating her shoulder last week.
  37. Ofner's Australian Open despair after celebrating too early

    Sebastian Ofner is out of Australian Open qualifying after forgetting the rules and celebrating victory early - before going on to lose eight of the next nine points.
  38. Carrick confirmed as Man Utd caretaker head coach

    Manchester United appoint former player Michael Carrick as caretaker head coach until the end of the season.