Latvian intelligence has uncovered evidence that Russia is preparing for war against NATO by conducting demonstrations of force and provocations.Finland and Norway could be under threat as well as...

Joe Biden on Trump: 'What president ever talks like that? That's not who we are'1 hour agoNick RobinsonToday programme presenterReporting fromDelawareBBCIn an exclusive and remarkably candid...

Households in England and across the UK are being urged to close curtains and blinds while the hot weather continues to bake the country. May 1 has already become the hottest day of the year on...

Australia PM Albanese makes stunning comeback with landslide win33 minutes agoTiffanie TurnbullReporting fromSydneyLabor's Anthony Albanese has defied the so-called "incumbency curse" to be...

Four ways the film Conclave sheds light on the secretive way popes are chosen7 hours agoJemma CrewBBC NewsAlamyThe 2024 film Conclave - a box office hit and Oscar winner - tells the story of a papal...

A leading Ukrainian economist has told the Express that the minerals deal signed with the US could act as "a powerful catalyst" for growth, helping to attract international investors to the country....

Why on earth hasn’t Glastonbury Festival cancelled Kneecap's appearance at this year’s event. Since surely hate-mongering is complete anathema to the festival’s peace and love credentials....

As Reform UK heads into Thursday’s local elections, opponents are turning to desperate measures to stem the party's momentum. Nigel Farage’s party has consistently been ahead of both Labour and...

As Conservative eyes look to Reform UK appearing to overtake them in popularity, they are perhaps not taking enough notice of another, quieter menace. Threat may not be the first word voters...

Hercule Poirot (David Suchet) enjoys his favourite tipple (Image: ITV/Shutterstock)We're all familiar with the stereotypes of crime fiction: the hard-bitten, increasingly world-weary detective...

We're all familiar with the stereotypes of crime fiction: the hard-bitten, increasingly world-weary detective searching for the bottle of something strong in the bottom drawer of their desk; or the...

Prison staff to demand electric stun guns in jails1 hour agoGeorge WrightBBC NewsPA MediaPrison officers are to demand that staff be immediately given electric stun guns to protect themselves while...

Prison staff to demand electric stun guns in jails57 minutes agoGeorge WrightBBC NewsPA MediaPrison officers are to demand that staff be given electric stun guns to protect themselves while guarding...