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Monstrous abuser who victimised kids dies unaware that he was serving time

A damning report has been released regarding the prison care of a monstrous paedophile who died while serving a 16-year sentence for sexually abusing three girls.Frederick Heard, 87, died from...

Five talking points from Lions squad announcement

Getty ImagesTom EnglishBBC Scotland's chief sports writer3 hours agoSo the first roar of the 2025 Lions has been heard - some old cats who have prowled this terrain before, some cubs who are...

Five talking points from Lions squad announcement

Getty ImagesTom EnglishBBC Scotland's chief sports writer1 hour agoSo the first roar of the 2025 Lions has been heard - some old cats who have prowled this terrain before, some cubs who are...

Tributes paid to two riders killed in 11-bike British Supersport Championship crash

British SuperbikesTom MallowsBBC Sport journalist6 May 2025, 13:04 BSTUpdated 12 minutes agoTributes have been paid to the two motorcycle riders who were killed in a crash during a British Supersport...

Two riders die in British Supersport Championship race

Getty Images5 May 2025, 18:12 BSTUpdated 37 minutes agoTwo riders have died after an 11-bike crash during a British Supersport Championship race at Oulton Park on Monday.Englishman Owen Jenner, 21,...

Truth of Shakespeare's marriage revealed in letter

Truth of Shakespeare's marriage revealed in letter58 minutes agoJames DiamondBBC News, BristolPA MediaThe relationship between William Shakespeare and his wife Anne Hathaway may have been happier...

Revolutionary blood test can detect common cancers with 99% accuracy — UK trial launched

Thousands of patients will be offered a cutting-edge blood test that can detect 12 of the most lethal and common cancers with 99% accuracy, the Health Secretary will announce on Wednesday. The test...

Fraudster crackdown after two jailed for scamming savers out of £13.7million

Spain-based pair Alan Barratt, 62, and Susan Dalton, 66, who tricked 245 people into transferring their pension pots into fraudulent schemes, were last week put behind bars for their crimes.Mr...

Trans women should use toilets based on biological sex, Phillipson says

Toilet use based on biological sex, says Phillipson58 minutes agoAleks PhillipsBBC NewsTrans women should use toilets according to their biological sex, the equalities minister has said.In response...

Francis was a vocal critic of the powerful, his influence felt far beyond faith

Francis was a vocal critic of the powerful, his influence felt far beyond faith16 minutes agoAleem MaqboolReligion editorBBCOver 12 profoundly consequential years for the Catholic Church, Pope...

Police 'concerned for welfare' of girl and boy who vanished together four days ago

Thames Valley Police have launched an urgent public appeal to help locate two missing children as concerns for their welfare grow.Officers across the force are searching for Elise and Elliot, who...

Mapped - Is there a local election in your area on May 1?

This year’s local elections will be a major test for all four major party leaders. The votes across England for council, mayor and the Runcorn by-election will finally prove whether the national...

Stunning location is a 'great base' for exploring the hills and water in the Lake District

Described as the "adventure capital of the UK", a visit to the Lake District is a great destination for explorers craving a more active holiday this year. When visiting the Lake District for the...

Sudan's siege city - BBC smuggles in phones to reveal hunger and fear

Sudan's siege city - BBC smuggles in phones to reveal hunger and fear35 minutes agoHeba BitarBBC Eye Investigations, el-GeneinaHafiza"She left no last words. She was dead when she was carried away,"...

Trump signs order to 'make America's showers great again'

Trump signs order to 'make America's showers great again'2 hours agoJemma CrewBBC NewsReutersDonald Trump is going to "make America's showers great again" by easing rules restricting water flow, the...

The incredibly beautiful <b class='text-danger'>1600</b>-mile seaside Atlantic road trip that's one of Europe's best

The incredibly beautiful 1600-mile seaside Atlantic road trip that's one of Europe's best

If an exhilarating drive on the open road is what you like, this incredible route has everything you could want. Complete with windswept beaches, rugged cliffs, and quaint villages, breathtaking...

Full list of Morrisons supermarket closures in 2025 - check if yours is closing

Morrisons is to begin shutting more than a dozen supermarkets across the UK in a matter of days to "reinvigorate" the company, the retailer confirmed. The supermarket has announced the exact...

Ruth Langsford's mum rushed to hospital as star issues worrying health update

Loose Women presenter Ruth Langsford has shared a concerning update about her mother's health just months after she was rushed to hospital with a fractured pelvis. Taking to her Instagram Stories,...

Will Southampton become the worst team in Premier League history?

Getty ImagesEmily SalleyBBC Sport journalist4 hours ago"If we didn't laugh we'd cry."When Derby County completed the 2007-08 campaign with a mere 11 points - the lowest tally in Premier League...

Texas bull rider, 24, killed after being trampled on at youth rodeo

A professional bull rider was tragically killed in Texas after being trampled by a bull during an event, according to the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association.Dylan Grant, 24, originally from...