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DWP issues official response to call to increase pay for new parents

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has responded to a campaign rockets past the 10,000 signatures milestone, demanding a substantial wage increase for new parents while on maternity or...

Razor that 'glides like butter' named 'best' by shoppers and is now less than £6

There's nothing more exasperating than being lured by sleek packaging and features, only to find out that the razor you've splashed out on is merely overpriced and over-stylised plastic. However,...

Meghan Markle finally gives verdict on whether she’ll run for US president

Meghan Markle has finally spoken about whether she will run for US President or not. The Duchess of Sussex's political aspirations have always been a subject of interest among royal watchers.Before...

Meghan Markle announces new guest as she releases next episode of podcast

Meghan Markle has welcomed her close friend Jamie Kern Lima as her next guest during episode four of her podcast series, Confessions of a Female Founder. Released on Tuesday, the Duchess sat down...

Widow sues council over pothole she blames for husband's death

A devastated widow has initiated High Court proceedings against a council, alleging that a deadly pothole was to blame for her husband's fatal motorbike accident. Tragically, 70 year old Robert...

US aircraft carrier loses plane overboard while 'evading Houthi fire'

A US Navy fighter jet was lost overboard from the USS Harry S Truman after an apparent emergency manoeuvre to evade a Houthi missile, raising new concerns about the threat posed by the Yemen-based...

Sex offenders to be denied asylum rights in new law

Sex offenders to be denied asylum rights in new law1 hour agoJennifer McKiernanPolitical reporter, BBC News•@_JennyMcKiernanPA MediaAsylum seekers will be denied the right to stay in the UK if they...

Plans to extend sugar tax to milkshakes

Plans to extend sugar tax to milkshakes50 minutes agoJames GregoryBBC NewsGetty ImagesThe sugar tax applied to fizzy drinks is set to be extended to milkshakes and other milk-based drinks under new...

Beautiful seaside town named 'beer garden capital of UK'

Southend-on-Sea has been officially crowned the beer garden capital of the UK, new research reveals. The bustling Essex seaside town, already famous for its beaches, traditional pier, and vibrant...

Police raids across France after wave of prison attacks

Police raids across France after wave of prison attacks5 hours agoJames GregoryBBC NewsGetty ImagesTwenty-five people have been arrested in early morning raids across France in response to a wave of...

UN's top court begins hearings on Israel's legal duties towards Palestinians

UN's top court begins hearings on Israel's legal duties towards Palestinians57 minutes agoAnna HolliganBBC News, Hague correspondentEFEThe UN's top court, the International Court of Justice (ICJ),...

BBC workplace review: Will bad behaviour now be called out?

BBC workplace review: Will bad behaviour now be called out?44 minutes agoKatie RazzallCulture and Media Editor•@katierazzGetty ImagesSamir Shah's anger was obvious, the BBC chairman's voice shaking...

Jess Phillips complains grooming gang inquiry fury hasn't been easy on her

Labour minister Jess Phillips has complained to MPs that her decision to reject an independent national inquiry into rape gangs has taken a toll on her personally. Speaking in the House of Commons on...

Russian economy meltdown as major US brand rules out return to country

The fast-food giant McDonald's has ruled out an imminent return to Russia in a major blow for the Kremlin. In the past few days there had been much speculation that the US company was preparing to...

Russia claims it has regained full control of Kursk from Ukraine

Russia claims it has regained full control of Kursk from Ukraine2 days agoEwan SomervilleBBC NewsEPARussia's military says it has regained full control of the country's western Kursk region - a claim...