Getty ImagesSam DruryBBC Sport journalist9 May 2025Fifa has announced that the Women's World Cup will be expanded from 32 to 48 teams from the 2031 tournament.The Fifa Council voted unanimously for...
Nationwide has issued a crucial update on its £50 ‘Thank you’ payments after several customers claimed that they haven’t received their share and the money promised still hasn't been paid into...
Fraud and misuse of the UK’s Blue Badge scheme have skyrocketed by more than 1000% in under a decade, in what is now being labelled a "serious and growing problem" that threatens the integrity of...
"In mid-2023, African Parks was made aware of allegations of human rights abuses by eco-guards against the Baka community in Odzala-Kokoua National Park, Republic of Congo. To address these concerns,...
Interest rates expected to be cut by Bank of England34 minutes agoKevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentGetty ImagesInterest rates are widely expected to be cut on Thursday, with further falls...
WeightWatchers is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States to eliminate £860.6million ($1.15billion) in debt and focus on its transition plans. Parent company, WW...
Migrants claiming benefits or earning too little will be ordered to leave Britain to end “the crisis at our borders”, the Tories have declared.The Home Office, under the Conservatives, will be...
Deliveroo deal shows UK still can't hang on to big firms4 hours agoSimon JackBusiness editor•@BBCSimonJackPAThe takeover of Deliveroo by its US counterpart DoorDash is an illuminating example of...
A passport is a person's gateway to the great, big world with some holding more strength than others. For a passport to be deemed powerful, there are a number of factors it must adhere to, which...
Britain's most decorated war heroes took a final stand today before their gallantry gongs are removed from display. The “bravest of the brave” - holders of five Victoria Crosses and nine George...
Russia's turbulent economy has raised the risk of a run on its banks with depositors rushing to withdraw cash, according to a report. The Centre for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting...
Royal Mail takeover approved by shareholders3 hours agoMitchell LabiakBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesThe sale of Royal Mail's parent company to a Czech billionaire has been cleared by...
Warning shops could be forced to accept cash in future7 hours agoKevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentBBCShops and services may have to be forced to accept cash in the future to help protect...
Prince William and Princess Kate have chosen to spend their 14th anniversary on a Scottish island locals describe as being “magical”. The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay, as the couple are...
Sarah Smith: Trump's breakneck start is fraught with political risk8 hours agoSarah SmithNorth America editorWithin hours of taking his second oath of office, Donald Trump signed a flurry of...