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  1. Katya Adler: Europe's Nato allies push back at reported US threat to Spain

    On Friday morning, souring relations between Europe and the United States reared its Medusa-like head again, writes the BBC's Europe editor.
  2. 'Killing in prison is not difficult' - the rise in cold-blooded attacks behind bars

    Is a culture of prisoners intimidating inmates into inflicting pain on others too normalised to change?
  3. Falklands veteran hopes King can persuade Trump to 'back down'

    Simon Weston says reports the US is reviewing the UK's claim to the territory makes his sacrifice feel "irrelevant".
  4. King's 'high stakes' visit with Trump will be toughest test yet of his reign

    The state visit to the US looks fraught with difficulty - but could be key to rescuing the special relationship.
  5. Man charged with murder of Kamonnan Thiamphanit after extradition

    Kamonnan Thiamphanit, 27, who was also known as Angela, was stabbed in Westminster in 2024.
  6. I'm A Celebrity 'legend' crowned in heated live final

    Adam Thomas, Craig Charles, Mo Farah and Harry Redknapp were in the final of I'm A Celebrity... South Africa.
  7. Meet the men calling out 'masculinity' trends

    Influencers promoting looksmaxxing and narrow male beauty standards are being called out by a new wave of men on social media.
  8. Thousands at risk after multi-million dollar Everest flood warning system left to rust

    The flood warning system at Imja glacial lake has not been maintained since 2016, fearful locals tell BBC.
  9. China car giant BYD says it can thrive without US

    With the price of fuel rising China's BYD says it is positioning itself to benefit from the global shift away from fossil fuels.
  10. 31 sloths die in Florida before opening of attraction

    Many died due to conditions at a Florida warehouse where they'd been shipped, while others arrived from South America dead, authorities say.
  11. 'My living nightmare': Rob Reiner's son on how he found out parents were dead

    Jake Reiner says the grief of his parents' brutal deaths and the arrest of his own brother left him in a "trance".
  12. Who is making decisions in Iran?

    Iran's new supreme leader is supposed to have the final say, but in practice the picture is far murkier.
  13. Watch: 'A dangerous standoff' as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues

    The US and Iran's rival blockades of the Strait of Hormuz have become a "test of wills", says Lyse Doucet.
  14. Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain

    An internal Pentagon email reportedly outlines options to punish allies over a perceived lack of support for Iran war.
  15. Couple discovers Lebanon home destroyed by Israel from satellite image

    Joe Elias contacted BBC Verify following reports that his village was among several destroyed by Israeli forces.
  16. Touring is a costly struggle for bands like us. Now Harry Styles is helping

    Ticket money from some stadium and arena gigs is helping support struggling grassroots artists and venues.
  17. Loud eaters and phones nearly spoiled my cinema trip - and it's not just me

    Some people are being disruptive in cinemas - despite routine reminders to be considerate to others.
  18. The Papers: 'Falklands tell Trump to back off' and 'Harry does a Diana'

    Many of the papers lead on a leaked Pentagon memo, which suggests the US could back Argentine sovereignty of the Falklands.
  19. Heated Rivalry, The Housemaid and Fourth Wing: TikTok launches BookTok bestseller list

    The inaugural top 20 is entirely made up of female authors, with Chloe Walsh appearing most frequently.
  20. I moved 1,500 miles to be with my deported husband

    The spouses of illegal immigrants facing deportation must choose between separation or moving to a new country.
  21. US looks to Falklands as opportunity for diplomatic pressure on UK

    This story will make greater waves in the UK than in the US, which for Donald Trump is an opportunity for leverage, Joe Inwood writes.
  22. Chris Mason: A grim week for Starmer – but things could be about to get worse

    The Mandelson vetting row has reignited questions over the PM's future just two weeks before crucial elections in Scotland, Wales and England.
  23. How Australians celebrate Anzac Day with a bit of gambling

    Two-up is a coin toss betting game that was played by Australian soldiers during World War One - it’s now only legal across Australia on 25 April.
  24. Starmer plans new powers to ban state-backed terror groups

    The new powers would allow ministers to label Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps as a terror group.
  25. US justice department drops probe into Fed chairman Jerome Powell

    President Donald Trump had accused Powell of improper cost overruns in renovating the Fed's building.
  26. Giant leaves BBC's Gladiators after three series

    Jamie Bigg, known as Giant, says his departure "wasn't a decision I made".
  27. Stock markets are too high and set to fall, says Bank of England deputy

    It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements.
  28. Zack Polanski calls for Trump to be 'kicked out' of his Scottish golf courses

    Trump International responded calling the Greens leader an "imbecile" after he shared his personal opinion on the Holyrood campaign trail.
  29. Former Nigeria striker Eneramo dies during match

    Michael Eneramo, who won 10 caps for the Super Eagles, dies aged 40 after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest during a friendly game.
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  31. Will another week of Starmer drama impact the elections?

    We look at if the latest problems for the PM are impacting the campaign trail
  32. Donald Trump gets on the phone... with Americast’s Sarah Smith

    The president talks to Americast’s Sarah Smith about Starmer, the King and Iran.
  33. Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest

    Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.
  34. All eyes on Spurs & West Ham? 'Unbelievable' Forest edge towards safety

    After Nottingham Forest's stunning win at Sunderland, is the Premier League relegation battle now a two-horse race?
  35. Why I stayed at 'struggling' Man Utd and didn't think we'd be third now - Fernandes

    Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes speaks to club legend Wayne Rooney in a wide-ranging interview.
  36. Defending champion Alcaraz to miss French Open

    Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz says he will miss next month's French Open with an ongoing wrist injury.
  37. Bristol go fourth with big win at Newcastle

    Bristol Bears run in eight tries to move back into The Prem's top four with a 52-19 win at Newcastle Red Bulls.
  38. Leeds stay top with eight-try win over Catalans

    Leeds Rhinos stay top of Super League as they run in eight tries to steamroller Catalans Dragons at Headingley.
  39. 'Something special' - O'Sullivan & Higgins renew rivalry

    Thirty years after their first match at the Crucible, 50-year-olds Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins again go head-to-head on the biggest stage.