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Ukraine tracks down and kills Russian agents who assassinated top colonel

Ukraine's security agency said on Sunday it tracked down and killed Russian agents suspected of shooting one of its senior officers in the Ukrainian capital. The security service of Ukraine, or SBU,...

ITV's Dr Hilary swerves NHS queue by travelling 360 miles for op

ITV's Dr Hilary Jones avoided local NHS queues by taking a 360-mile return journey for hip surgery. At age 72, the well-known television medic, from Kent, opted to have his second hip replacement at...

North Korea reaffirms support for Russia's war in Ukraine

North Korea reaffirms support for Russia's war in Ukraine7 hours agoStuart LauBBC NewsReutersNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un offered Moscow his "unconditional support" on the war in Ukraine,...

'Scenic route' in UK has 'stunning' views of coast and countryside that's a must-see

For a brief getaway, driving is the most convenient way to discover the marvels of Devon, especially the South, where there is an impressive collection of coves and beaches to explore. This coveted...

Spain holidays threatened by 'significant weather risk'

The British dream of a sunny day on the beach in Spain may be at risk this weekend as yellow and even orange weather alerts have been issued for several tourist regions and islands. Thunderstorms and...

‘I’ve been to the world’s most dangerous country and I think it’s one of the best'

A fearless tourist and travel company operator has dared to explore even the most risky of countries in the name of adventure, including a trip to a nation named the world's most dangerous to visit...

I visited European city that's so walkable I wheeled 3 suitcases from one end to the other

Milan, a vibrant city in Italy's northern Lombardy region, is a worldwide centre of fashion and design. It's home to the lively national stock exchange and is renowned for its luxurious restaurants...

BBC correspondent explains the role of fuel switches

BBC correspondent explains the role of fuel switchesThe preliminary report into the Air India crash in June has found that both fuel control switches, which are used to turn the engines off, were...

Warning issued as pensioners at increased 'risk' this weekend

A warning has been issued about the "increased risk" to pensioners this weekend as parts of the UK have been put under amber heat-health alertsas a result of a scorching heatwave. The UK Health...

Wizz Air launches huge in-flight change in boost for British holidaymakers

Wizz Air has rolled out a game-changing in-flight app feature designed to improve the passenger experience. The Hungarian budget carrier is enhancing its mobile app with "My Journey", providing...

'We would never have paid £36,000 for a caravan if we knew this would happen'

Alicia Mearns and her partner John Hayden allege they were coaxed into spending £36,600 on the caravan, which they now assert is "basically not worth anything" following a kitchen fit-out by John,...

Spain holiday warning to tourists between 11am to 3pm

Spanish health authorities have issued a warning to anybody in the country as sweltering temperatures get set to rise. Southern Europe is in the grip of an extreme heatwave which has seen...

Deadly new Russian drone and missile attack hits Kyiv

Deadly new Russian drone and missile attack hits Kyiv20 hours agoPaul AdamsBBC diplomatic correspondentReporting fromKyivJaroslav LukivBBC NewsReutersA massive overnight Russian attack has hit...

Ukrainian intelligence officer shot dead in Kyiv

Ukrainian intelligence officer shot dead in Kyiv13 hours agoAleks PhillipsBBC NewsReutersA senior Ukrainian intelligence officer has been gunned down in broad daylight in Kyiv, officials have...

Kurdish PKK to lay down arms in big step towards ending Turkey conflict

Kurdish PKK to lay down arms in big step towards ending Turkey conflict27 minutes agoAyse SayinBBC Turkish in AnkaraPaul KirbyEurope digital editorDELIL SOULEIMAN/AFPAfter 40 years of armed struggle...