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90s chart-topper unrecognisable as he takes to Eurovision stage

Unless you were living under a rock in 1999 you probably spent most of the summer with the annoyingly infectious Blue (Da Ba Dee) by Eiffel 65 stuck in your head. The track sold 8 million copies and...

Key detail in Labour's immigration plan that could 'open Britain's border to millions'

Labour has sparked fury over a "bombshell clause" in their immigration plan that could "throw open Britain's borders to millions". The Government is planning to allow refugees - approved by the UNHCR...

The 10 times Keir Starmer and his Cabinet opposed migration control

Sir Keir Starmer set out a series of measures aimed at slashing immigration at a press conference today. The Prime Minister said high net migration figures had caused "incalculable" damage to British...

Vladimir Putin's 'Satan II' 'deadliest' missile hailed as 'next generation warfare'

Russian President Vladimir Putin ignited fears of a potential World War 3 with the announcement that the world's most lethal nuclear missile was undergoing active testing seven years ago, yet...

The rare disease in a remote town where 'almost everyone is a cousin'

The rare disease in a remote town where 'almost everyone is a cousin'4 hours agoGiulia Granchi and Vitor TavaresBBC Brasil reporters sent to Serrinha dos PintosMariana Castiñeiras/Caroline...

The world's capital city with the 'worst quality of life' - not in Africa

A Middle Eastern city has been named as the capital with the worst quality of life by a new survey. The world's largest HR consultancy company - Mercer- publishes its Quality of Living Index every...

Woman from US gobsmacked over 'feral' habit Brits have at UK airports

We all get used to where we live or grew up, so travelling abroad to visit a new city or country can be an exciting and fulfilling adventure as you can immerse yourself into a different culture, try...

Sir David Frost's son reveals broadcaster's favourite hobby that kept him from work

English journalist and broadcaster David Frost on the set of The Frost Programme in 1968 (Image: Popperfoto via Getty Images)Legendary interviewer Sir David Frost used to love nothing more than...

The underrated capital city with Roman ruins and incredible food - £52 flights

Ankara, the capital of Turkey, is often overlooked by tourists, with many choosing to visit Istanbul instead. While Istanbul is known worldwide for its historical landmarks, bustling streets, and...

Inside the secretive world of Zara

Inside the secretive world of Zara 17 hours agoEmma SimpsonBusiness correspondentReporting fromGaliciaIt's going to be a very sexy summer, a touch of romantic, cowboy and rock and roll.That's...

Two porn sites investigated for suspected age check failings

Two porn sites investigated for suspected age check failings1 hour agoLiv McMahonTechnology reporterGetty ImagesOfcom has launched investigations into two pornographic websites it believes may be...

Watch: Pope Leo XIV's first Mass as pontiff

Watch: Pope Leo XIV's first Mass as pontiffNewly elected Pope Leo XIV has lead his first Mass as pontiff, in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel. The Pope was joined by cardinals for prayers and hymns, the...

Sycamore Gap tree vandals found guilty in Northumberland

Two former friends who mounted a “moronic mission” to cut down the world-famous Sycamore Gap tree in an act of “deliberate and mindless criminal damage”, face jail. Mindless Daniel Graham and...

A gaping hole and a double take: How park ranger alerted world to Sycamore Gap tree's fate

A gaping hole and a double take: How park ranger alerted world to Sycamore Gap tree's fate43 minutes agoMartin LindsaySenior Investigations ReporterPA MediaDaniel Graham and Adam Carruthers have been...

James Foley dead: Legendary Hollywood director dies after tragic brain cancer battle

James Foley, who directed several of Madonna's music videos as well as her 1987 film Who's That Girl, has died at the age of 71 after a year long battle with brain cancer his family confirmed. While...

Celebrate 80 years of Thomas the Tank Engine with original unseen pilot episode release

Choo choo! All aboard for the 80th anniversary of Thomas the Tank Engine. The little blue steam engine and his colourful friends on the Island of Sodor are celebrating the milestone birthday with the...

Inside the secretive world of Zara

Inside the secretive world of Zara 1 hour agoEmma SimpsonBusiness correspondentReporting fromGaliciaIt's going to be a very sexy summer, a touch of romantic, cowboy and rock and roll.That's according...

Trump calls election of first American pope a 'great honour'

Trump calls election of first American pope a 'great honour'50 minutes agoAna FaguyBBC News, Washington DCUS President Donald Trump has called the election of the first American pope, Robert Francis...

Watch: Moments past conclaves elected new popes

Watch: Moments past conclaves elected new popesSome 133 cardinals from around the globe will come together in Vatican City to elect the next pope, in a conclave starting on 7 May. When white smoke...

Heathrow Airport closure: Major update on fire that caused travel chaos <b class='text-danger'>worldwide</b>

Heathrow Airport closure: Major update on fire that caused travel chaos worldwide

Power was restored to Heathrow Airport's terminals seven hours before flights re-started on the day it was closed because of a substation fire, an investigation has found. An interim report by the...