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Who is in the royal box at Wimbledon as Stephen Fry and Strictly stars lead arrivals

Aryna Sabalenka is hoping to reach her fourth successive Grand slam final, with Iga Swiatek for day 11 of Wimbledon. They are the two big names ahead of the hotly anticipated ladies' singles...

I'm the cop who caught Raoul Moat - in his final hours he completely changed

Police officer David Rathband blind 2011Police officer David Rathband arrives with his wife Katherine Rathband and son Ash rathband (left) to give evidence in the Raoul Moat case at Newcastle Crown...

London remembers 7/7 bombings 20 years on as William lays flowers for victims

London remembers 7/7 bombings 20 years on as William lays flowers for victims5 hours agoMaia DaviesBBC NewsSean CoughlanRoyal correspondentThe names of the 52 people killed in London's 7/7 bombings...

'It was inhuman': 7/7 bus driver on witnessing bombing horror

7/7 bus driver: Olympic joy turned to barbaric day26 minutes agoTom EdwardsTransport correspondent, London•@BBCTomEdwardsBBCGeorge Psaradakis, partway through his bus route in central London on a...

Watch: Australia's mushroom murder case… in under two minutes

Watch: Australia's mushroom murder case… in under two minutesAustralian woman Erin Patterson has been found guilty of murdering three relatives and attempting to kill one other, after cooking them...

First responders recall 'sinister' moment during July 7 bombings

A police officer has spoken of the "pinch in the stomach" she felt as the full severity of the July 7 terrorist bombings dawned on her, 20 years after the devastating attacks.Superintendent Anna...

River Seine reopens to swimmers in Paris after century-long ban

River Seine reopens to swimmers in Paris after century-long ban24 minutes agoThomas MackintoshBBC NewsReutersThe River Seine in Paris has reopened publicly to swimmers for the first time since 1923...

The 10 easiest Schengen Countries to get a visa for this summer

With summer travel season up and running, many travellers are eager to explore the varied beauty and culture of Europe. However, securing a Schengen visa can sometimes feel daunting, with varying...

Nine million Brits can't swim at all - with some too terrified to get in the pool

Shocking new data has come to light showing that an astonishing nine million Brits are non-swimmers. The report highlights that one in five adults can't swim, and a third admit to feeling anxious...

The first player ever disqualified from Wimbledon – and their identity might surprise you

Centre Court this weekend ahead of The Championships 2025 (Image: ISI Photos via Getty)It’s been an integral part of British summertime for as long as any of us can remember. For two weeks a year,...

UK airports could ditch 100ml liquid rule but millions of plastic bags still in use

airport security (Image: )UK airports are eager to scrap the 100ml liquids rule for hand luggage going through security this summer. However, until such a change is implemented, holidaymakers must...

Masonry thrown at police in Portadown in fourth night of NI disorder

Masonry thrown at police in Portadown in fourth night of NI disorder3 hours agoCatherine DoyleBBC News NIReutersThere was disorder in Northern Ireland for the fourth night in a row but at a lower...

Masonry thrown at police in Portadown in fourth night of NI disorder

Masonry thrown at police in Portadown in fourth night of NI disorder2 hours agoCatherine DoyleBBC News NIReutersThere was disorder in Northern Ireland for the fourth night in a row but at a lower...

Pretty 'village' ruined by tourists - and the hidden gem to visit instead

Paris is not short of charming streets and picturesque quarters. For decades, Montmartre has been its postcard-perfect hilltop darling. With its cobbled lanes, accordion buskers, and panoramic views...

Jet2 rolls out more flights to popular European holiday destination for 1 key event

Jet2 has added extra flights and breaks to Rome in a potential boost to Six Nations rugby fans. After publication of the 2026 Six Nations fixtures on Monday (May 19), the budget carrier is offering...