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  1. Idris Elba knighted as Sarina Wiegman and Lionesses lead New Year Honours

    Ice skaters Torvill and Dean, and members of the winning Lionesses and Red Roses receive gongs.
  2. Ice skating duo Torvill and Dean to receive damehood and knighthood

    Ice skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean become a dame and knight in the New Year Honours list, while England women's manager Sarina Wiegman is made an honorary dame.
  3. Anthony Joshua in stable condition after Nigeria car crash that killed two friends

    The British heavyweight boxer suffered minor injuries in the crash, which killed two team members and close friends.
  4. Fergal Keane: I've seen firsthand how growing up in war really affects a child

    Fergal Keane has met thousands of traumatised children while reporting on conflicts. Here, he researches the long-term effect on them - and what, if anything, can help.
  5. Who's releasing new music in 2026 and will Oasis play Knebworth?

    Music correspondent Mark Savage previews the biggest albums, tours and festivals of the coming year.
  6. Foreign Office orders review of 'failures' in British-Egyptian activist case

    Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says she and Sir Keir Starmer were unaware of Alaa Abd El Fattah's "abhorrent" historical tweets.
  7. Russia's losses in Ukraine rise faster than ever as US pushes for peace deal

    A steep rise in soldiers' obituaries is documented by the BBC as part of its work in counting Russian war losses.
  8. Trump hopes to reach phase two of Gaza ceasefire 'very quickly'

    The US president also warns Hamas will have "hell to pay" if it does not disarm, after talks with Netanyahu.
  9. Cabinet Office withdraws Andrew papers after 'error'

    Documents mentioning Andrew were briefly released before being withdrawn from the National Archives.
  10. Great white sharks face extinction in Mediterranean, say researchers

    Overfishing and illegal fishing are contributing to the loss of sharks, including great whites.
  11. Ukraine denies drone attack on Putin's residence

    Russia has accused Ukraine of targeting a presidential residence, which President Zelensky called "typical Russian lies".
  12. Alpacas, buses and pints: Five laws you may have missed in 2025

    More than 30 new laws have been created this year, including these lesser-known bits of legislation.
  13. Cynthia Erivo's journey from nativity play solo to MBE

    The London-born superstar is made an MBE in the New Year's Honours list for her musical and acting work.
  14. Oldest Post Office scandal victim made OBE

    Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.
  15. 'Is it jury duty? I don't have time for that': Bobby Seagull on receiving MBE letter

    The broadcaster and maths teacher is appointed an MBE for his services to public libraries.
  16. Bereaved mum who is campaigning for law change appointed MBE

    A mum campaigning for better online safety for children is one of 11 Gloucestershire recipients.
  17. How does the UK honours system work?

    How the New Year, King's Birthday, and other honours are decided and awarded.
  18. Do saunas really boost your health?

    Saunas and cold water swims are booming, but what does science actually say about the benefits?
  19. Why did Edinburgh become the home of Hogmanay?

    The history of New Year's Eve street parties in Edinburgh goes back centuries.
  20. Photographing the hidden world of slime mould

    Meet Barry Webb and his award-winning images of the tiny world of slime mould.
  21. Coups, elections and protests - a difficult year for democracy in Africa

    Post-election violence in Tanzania and more coups were part of a turbulent 12 months on the continent.
  22. The Papers: Anthony Joshua in 'horror crash' and honours for 'pride of England'

    Anthony Joshua survives fatal Nigeria car crash and the King's New Year Honours lead today's papers.
  23. Wuthering Heights and other stand out films

    We look ahead to 20 notable films to watch for in 2026, from Oscar hopefuls to potential blockbusters.
  24. Hotly anticipated books to see you through the year

    Fictional gems, debut thillers, cracking biographies and everything in between.
  25. Bold colours and tassels - the style trends set for the high street

    These are some of the biggest trends you can expect to see hitting stores in the new year.
  26. Some of the best TV in years is to come

    We look ahead to 18 notable shows and events to look out for in 2026, from drama to sport.
  27. Littler thanks booing crowd for 'paying for my prize money' as he reaches quarter-finals

    Defending champion Luke Littler thanks booing crowd for "paying my prize money" as he battles past previous winner Rob Cross to reach PDC World Championship quarter-finals.
  28. Mother and two children die in Boxing Day blaze

    One man, a serving police officer, escaped the fire but his wife and their two children died in the blaze.
  29. Claudia Winkleman to host new chat show on BBC One

    It will be produced by So Television, which is also behind Graham Norton's award-winning chat show.
  30. K-pop band NewJeans breaks up after bitter feud with record label

    Ador says it has dropped NewJeans member Danielle Marsh while the return of Minji remains uncertain.
  31. Swedish workers trial 'friendship hour' to combat loneliness

    The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends.
  32. Bangladesh's first female prime minister Khaleda Zia dies aged 80

    For decades, Zia and ousted PM Sheikh Hasina were bitter rivals - and their feud defined Bangladesh's politics.
  33. Beyoncé declared a billionaire by leading business magazine Forbes

    The star joins Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen and her husband Jay-Z with 10-figure fortunes.
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  35. The Newscast Review of the Year 2025

    The biggest events of the year and what it was like on the inside as they happened.
  36. Were our 2025 predictions right?

    The Americast team open the annual end-of-year time capsule.
  37. Cunk explores the traditions and trappings of Christmas

    Mockumentary starring Diane Morgan as Philomena Cunk
  38. The forgotten story behind the rise of Monopoly

    The true story of one of the world's most popular board games, Monopoly.
  39. Baz Luhrmann's epic Elvis biopic starring Austin Butler

    An epic, big-screen spectacle that explores the life and music of Elvis Presley.
  40. Guz Khan's modern-day Christmas story for the whole family

    The Farooqi family have a chaotic Christmas in Lapland after a surprise bonus for Dad.
  41. Torvill & Dean and England boss Wiegman recognised in New Year Honours

    Ice skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean become a dame and knight in the New Year Honours list, while England women's manager Sarina Wiegman is made an honorary dame.
  42. Archer named in England T20 World Cup squad

    Jofra Archer is named in England’s squad for the T20 World Cup despite missing the last two Ashes Tests.
  43. Tributes to Joshua team members after fatal crash as boxer 'stable'

    Tributes have been paid to two of Anthony Joshua's "close friends and team members" after they were killed in a crash in Nigeria, in which the British heavyweight boxer was injured.
  44. Littler booed during and after win over Cross

    Defending champion Luke Littler thanks booing crowd for "paying my prize money" as he battles past previous winner Rob Cross to reach PDC World Championship quarter-finals.
  45. 'Let's make history' - Miura, 58, joins new club

    Kazuyoshi Miura, who turns 59 in February and is the world's oldest professional footballer, has signed a loan deal until June with Fukushima United.
  46. Quiz: Name England players to score century in 2025

    Can you name the 13 England players to score a century for their country in 2025?
  47. Sutton's predictions v singer-songwriter & Sunderland fan Tom A Smith

    BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer-songwriter and Sunderland fan Tom A Smith - and AI - with his predictions for this week's Premier League fixtures.