Pope Leo XIV delivered a stirring address to a captivated audience of journalists and dignitaries at the Vatican, marking his inaugural press conference with a call for peace in communication.He...

'I'm a professional cuddler - let me tell you why a hug feels so good'40 minutes agoDanny FullbrookBBC News, BedfordshireDanny Fullbrook/BBCEvery fortnight, Samii Wood snuggles up with a group of...

As the warmer months roll in, gardeners everywhere are eagerly anticipating their blooms of roses and hydrangeas. However, achieving larger and more luxurious flowers can be challenging. Flowers...

The city of Xanthi in northeastern Greece has become so overrun by pigeons that it has been forced to enlist some unusual helpers. The local authority has launched an initiative in response to...

Prince Edward is travelling to Philadelphia for a two-day visit on April 30 and May 1, Buckingham Palace have announced. The 61-year-old will be travelling to the US for a series of special...

Temperatures to reach 29C in warmest start to May on record1 hour agoSimon KingLead Weather PresenterMaia DaviesBBC NewsPA MediaTemperatures could reach 29C (82F) this week, after the warmest day of...

An expert in Argentina has hit out at plans to extract millions of barrels from a giant oil field near the Falkland Islands. The venture, expected to cost £3 billion, is a partnership between...

UK investigators have taken the fight against small boat smugglers to Germany in a bid to stop essential maritime equipment ending up in the hands of the ruthless gangs.The National Crime Agency have...