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David Attenborough says 'almost out of time' in emotional statement before 99th birthday

Sir David Attenborough has issued a heartfelt statement ahead of his 99th birthday on May 8. In advance of the release of his new film Ocean, which will hit cinemas the same day he blows out his...

Merz's messy path to power raises questions for future government

Merz's messy path to power raises questions for future government1 hour agoJessica ParkerBBC NewsReporting fromBerlinEPAThe day Germany's new leader entered office will now forever be remembered for...

Attenborough at 99 delivers 'greatest message he's ever told'

Attenborough at 99 delivers 'greatest message he's ever told'34 minutes agoJustin RowlattClimate Editor•@BBCJustinRSir David Attenborough is launching what he says is one of the most important...

Unions Jacks fly at VE Day parade as Brits declare 'you shouldn't be embarrassed'

It was the moment we had all been waiting for — thousands of heads turned in unison as 13 of the Royal Air Force’s Red Arrows soared over the crowd, painting the sky red, white and blue. A grey...

Lip reader reveals what William told cheeky Louis after stealing show at VE Day event

A lip reader has revealed what Prince William told cheeky Prince Louis during a military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Louis was joined by his siblings, Prince George, 11, and...

How war veterans really feel about memorials – and it's not what you might think

Wreaths left following the National Service Of Remembrance At The Cenotaph (Image: Getty)Betty Webb MBE was a remarkable woman. When she died in March, aged 101, the outpouring of affection was...

Pakistan test fires ballistic missile as India WW3 fears soar

Pakistan has test fired a ballistic missile as tensions with India continue to mount after a fatal attack on tourists in the disputed Kashmir region. The Pakistani military said the...

Rats are terrorising Birmingham – so Angela Rayner steps up to make things worse

Labour’s Employment Rights Bill could see more towns and cities across the country go to rat and ruin, as bin strikes in Birmingham enter their eighth consecutive week with rubbish stacking up on...

Your guide to four days of VE Day 80 celebrations - from flypasts to street parties

Londoners jubilant as they celebrated VE Day in 1945 (Image: Getty)Millions across the UK will come together next week to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day. Four days of...

The Last of Us fans spot heartbreaking detail after Joel Miller death

WARNING: This article contains key plot points from The Last of Us season 2Devotees of The Last of Us are in mourning after the savage death of Joel Miller (portrayed by Pedro Pascal), following his...

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...

Eighty years on, survivors and families remember horrors of Bergen Belsen

Eighty years on, survivors and families remember horrors of Bergen Belsen22 hours agoDuncan KennedyBBC News at Bergen BelsenAFPThere had been rumours. There had been aerial photographs. There had...

Soap opera twists and fatherly love - but what next for Eubank and Benn?

Kal SajadBBC Sport at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium5 hours ago327 CommentsWhen the camera panned to a grinning Chris Eubank Sr stepping out of a black car, you half expected the Eastenders duff-duffs to...

My ginger Mr Darcy will break barriers, jokes Lowden

Ginger Mr Darcy will break barriers, jokes Lowden2 hours agoThomas MackintoshBBC News, LondonActor Jack Lowden has said he likes the idea of "breaking down barriers" by being a ginger Mr Darcy in a...

Pope Francis' funeral: A visual guide

Pope Francis' funeral: A visual guide17 hours agoLaura Gozzi and the Visual Journalism teamBBC NewsBBCThe funeral of Pope Francis will be simpler than those of previous popes, following instructions...