Solar farms in the UK have been paid to switch off so a surge of sun doesn't overwhelm the grid, research shows. Overseen by Energy Secreatary Ed Miliband, the National Energy System Operator (NESO)...
Frantic search for survivors of Texas floods that killed 32, including 14 children21 minutes agoAna FaguyBBC NewsA frantic search for survivors is under way in central Texas after flash floods killed...
Heartfelt tributes poured in after the body of nine-year-old Renee Smajstrla was recovered in the wake of catastrophic flash flooding in the Texas Hill Country. The death toll has risen to 27,...
Diogo Jota and André Silva's funeral held in Portugal28 minutes agoSofia Ferreira SantosBBC NewsReporting fromGondomar, PortugalReutersFootballers Diogo Jota and André Silva have been honoured by...
This summer season is not all about linen clothing, there's also a craze for broderie and Roman shoppers are loving its Cotton Broderie Tiered Smock Dress. Priced at £40, the retailer is giving...
Temple Tavern at the Cavern Quarter Liverpool (Image: christopher megrath)Another Irish bar has popped up in the north of England, boldly promising the familiar craic that's echoed through numerous...
When picking an outfit for a flight, most people prioritise comfort and practicality, especially for long-haul ones.However, you may want to think twice before reaching for your tight jeans and...
I understand what Trump cares about, says Starmer30 minutes agoSam FrancisPolitical reporterSir Keir Starmer has said he "understands what anchors" US President Donald Trump, having built a...
How quickly would I be able to get seen in A&E if I smashed my head against the wall? And would I get seen any quicker if I explained it was due to reading through Labour's health plan which they...
Over 1,500 individuals have put their names to a petition urging Brent Council to "immediately halt" its proposal to twin with a city in Palestine. The instigator of the petition alleges that the...
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Algeria sentences French sports journalist to seven years' imprisonmentJust nowHugh SchofieldBBC News, Parisx.com/sofootFrench journalists' unions on Tuesday called on Algeria to release a French...
Sir Keir Starmer’s pledge to “smash the criminal boat gangs” is in tatters after the number of migrants illegally crossing the English Channel reached a new record for the first half of the...
MPs to vote on welfare bill as unrest rumbles on27 minutes agoHelen CattPolitical correspondentOttilie MitchellBBC NewsReutersMPs will vote on the government's planned reforms to welfare later - with...
Chris Mason: Labour still has a big persuasion job ahead13 minutes agoChris MasonPolitical editor•@ChrisMasonBBCReuters"I've not had as much quality time with my colleagues since the Brexit wars,"...