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Putin, Kim and Xi are meeting in China: BBC correspondents explain why

Putin, Kim and Xi are meeting in China: BBC correspondents explain whyRussia's leader Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un are standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Chinese president Xi Jinping...

Brits caught up in Bali CHAOS as deadly riots leave seven killed in violent street battles

British holidaymakers planning trips to Bali have been hit with an urgent safety warning after violent riots erupted across Indonesia, leaving seven people dead and hundreds injured in the worst...

Nigeria secessionist activist jailed for terrorism in Finland

Nigeria secessionist activist jailed for terrorism in Finland15 minutes agoChukwunaeme Obiejesi in AbujaBBC News PidginSimon EkpaA court in Finland has sentenced a controversial leader of a Nigerian...

‘I’m a scam expert - British tourists fall for this £1k con every year’

Brits are being warned not to fall for a common scam this year while on holiday. Chris Thomas, from UK-Private Investigators, has warned British tourists that hiring a vehicle abroad can turn...

European banks hit by rogue PayPal payments worth 'billions'

European banks hit by rogue PayPal payments worth 'billions'1 day agoTom GerkenTechnology reporterGetty ImagesEuropean banks have seen widespread unauthorised direct debits from PayPal accounts, the...

Grandad opens yellow parking ticket and can't believe what's inside

A Liverpool grandfather believes he is being singled out over parking after discovering a menacing ticket on his vehicle.Rob Swaine, 68, has confronted Liverpool Council after he suspects he...

EastEnders star left 'penniless' as she suffers life-changing illness

Former EastEnders star Cheryl Ferguson has shared that she is currently recovering from a stroke in a spate of bad luck. The 59-year-old actress, best known for her role as loveable Heather Trott in...

'Do not pay £2 delivery fee' warning issued as UK bank accounts drained

Shipping companies are alerting Brits that criminals are exploiting online shoppers, with a surge of 'phantom parcel' scams currently spreading throughout the UK. The scam is straightforward yet...

Billy Connolly gives health update on Elton John as he makes rare appearance

Sir Billy Connolly has made a rare public appearance and has given fans a rare health update for Elton John. The Scottish comedian, 82, unveiled four new limited edition works under his Born On A...

Stop making one 'dangerous' travel mistake that brings thieves right to you

Sharing holiday moments on Instagram and Facebook has become second nature. Although posting updates about your travels may seem harmless, experts warn that revealing too much online while you're...

The UK’s smallest city is so tiny you can explore its pretty streets in 4 hours

If your idea of a perfect city break involves birdsong rather than honking traffic, St Davids will steal your heart. Tucked into the picturesque landscape of Pembrokeshire – just a mile from the...

Man furious as family lies to flight attendant to try and steal his plane seat

Unless you're willing to fork out for an upgrade, air travel can often be a gruelling ordeal. You may find yourself squashed into a tight space for hours on end next to a total stranger, and it's...

'Family told wild lie to get me to give them my business class seat but it backfired'

When it comes to air travel, everyone has their own seating preferences.Many passengers favour the window seat, while others opt for the aisle, leaving the middle seat as the least preferred option,...

Outlander star Sam Heughan’s urgent message to fans to ‘be careful’

Outlander's Sam Heughan has issued a stern warning to fans about online scammers, following an similar message earlier this year and an incident in 2024 when a woman lost £10,000 after being duped...

Handshakes and a shared limo: Our correspondents on the moment the presidents met

Handshakes and a shared limo ride: Our correspondents unpack greetingUS President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have touched down in Alaska. BBC North America correspondent...