Private school VAT 'discriminatory', court hears1 hour agoVanessa clarkeEducation correspondentReporting fromRoyal Courts of JusticeBBCThe government's policy of adding VAT to private school fees...
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has furiously thrown Donald Trump's words back in his face as the US President threatens to ignite a trade war by imposing sweeping tariffs in...
Mandalay was the 'city of gold' - now it reeks of death18 minutes agoKelly NgBBC NewsReporting fromSingaporeBBC BurmeseReporting fromMandalayBBC BurmeseMandalay used to be known as the city of gold,...
My daughter was bitten by an XL bully. I met an owner to ask why you'd have one?17 minutes agoNJ ConveryBBC NewsJim ConnollyBBCA year ago, seven-year-old Lydia was walking to post a letter with her...
Britain is becoming the sick man of leading developed nations when it comes to rates of claims health and disability-related benefits, a leading economic think-tank has found.According to the...
A massive overhaul of recycling and bin collections, affecting every household in England, has been detailed. The date for the Simpler Recycling in England plan, set to be implemented after March 31,...
Treatment of Sea Life penguins introduced by Steph SpyroCampaigners have raised concerns about a “pitiful” penguin habitat at a London Aquarium which meets minimum enclosure standards. Fifteen...
'I met her for 30 seconds, she stalked me online for four years'35 minutes agoAlan PriceDarragh MacIntyreBBC PanoramaThe meeting between motivational speaker Brad Burton and Sam Wall lasted less than...
Half of job centres reducing support over shortages9 minutes agoCharlotte EdwardsBusiness reporterGetty ImagesMore than half of job centres are reducing support for people claiming Universal Credit...
Shoppers will buy fewer Easter eggs this year but aim to splash out on lamb for a seasonal roast, according to research.A study found 39% will purchase fewer chocolate eggs in April, with 29% citing...
The great Conservative Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli once opined, “Power has only one duty – to secure the social welfare of the people”.Holding governments accountable is integral to the...
If you're dreaming of whitewashed houses, calm waters, and sun-drenched serenity but want to escape the tourist crowds of Mykonos, there's a hidden gem of the Aegean waiting to be discovered:...
One "unspoiled" beach in Cornwall with crystal waters and fewer crowds has been dubbed the "best in the UK." Located in remote West Cornwall, the small and secluded beach oozes Cornish charm, with...
The Deputy Prime Minister's "landmark" workers' rights bill could be watered down over concerns that it will hinder growth - despite Angela Rayner insisting it was "pro business". The proposed...
Mysterious disappearances spook residents of Caribbean island10 hours agoGemma HandyReporter, St John's, AntiguaCourtesy of Patricia JosephThe worst part is the mental torture, Patricia Joseph says....
The budget watchdog has warned the Chancellor’s move to raise capital gains tax will leave a £23 billion hole in the public purse. Analysis of official forecasts suggests Rachel Reeves’ tax raid...
Asia's official "best beach" is a tropical island paradise with golden sands and temperatures that can reach 34C in March. The utopia won Tripadvisor's 'Best of the Best' title in the Travellers’...
Eric Clapton playing a charity gig in 2020 (Image: Gareth Cattermole / Getty)Eric Clapton is nothing if not a survivor. As he turns 80 tomorrow – with a major series of concerts in Japan, Europe...
Big drop in child surgery for swallowed objects7 hours agoMichelle RobertsDigital health editor, BBC NewsGetty ImagesSociety's move to cashless payments may have had an unintended positive side...
Violent criminals serving long prison sentences could be let out early under Labour’s sentencing overhaul, Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood has admitted. Ms Mahmood backed Labour’s sentencing...