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Some of the hardest yards of the entire war... and they weren't on the Eastern Front

A knocked-out US Sherman along a Normandy hedgerow in June 1944 (Image: Ullstein Bild via Getty)At the end of June 1944, Lance Corporal Ken Tout was still waiting to be allocated a new Sherman tank....

The UK seaside town so pretty it's now the 'best' place to visit - not in south of England

As the weather gets warmer, millions of Brits flock to the coastline for a day trip or a weekend break for a much needed change of scenery. One UK village has been crowned the ultimate seaside hidden...

What Reform might do with its newly won power

What might Reform do with its newly-won power?3 hours agoJennifer McKiernanPolitical reporter•@_JennyMcKiernanKate WhannelPolitical reporterGetty ImagesFollowing this week's local elections, Reform...

Labour and Tories digest Reform UK election surge

Labour and Tories digest Reform UK election surge3 hours agoSuzanne LeighBBC News UKReutersThe Labour and Conservative parties are digesting the results of England's local and Mayoral elections after...

Nigel Farage is cock-a-hoop but he's about to be slapped round the face by 1 big problem

Oh, they’ll be some sore heads today - of that there is no doubt. The Champagne corks will have been popping last night to celebrate the newly elected tranche of Reform councillors across the...

'Abandoned' area in Wales boasts enchanting views and is 'frozen in time'

Tourists are raving about an "abandoned" part of Wales that boasts stunning scenery and is almost "frozen in time". It came to light after a video was shared online showing its charm and beauty.The...

Amanda Holden wore a summer LWD (Little White Dress) – find your style now

Amanda Holden is known for her glamorous outfits both on and off screen, and her Heart FM radio show is no exception. The 52-year-old embraced the glorious weather this week to show off her bronzed...

When will we know the results?

When will we know the results?56 minutes agoJennifer ClarkeBBC NewsBBCPolls have closed in local council and mayoral elections across parts of England.These are the first local elections since the...

One spice has 'similar effects to Metformin' in lowering blood sugar levels

Studies indicate that curcumin can enhance insulin sensitivity, similarly to some medication (Image: Getty)Health specialists have identified a common kitchen spice that could have blood...

Eat your way to healthier blood pressure with superfood fish's 'powerhouse' vitamins

Salmon is regarded as a healthy option for reducing blood pressure (Image: Getty)A certain 'superfood' fish has been found to significantly aid in maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. Thanks to...

Robins will keep returning to your garden if you own one specific item

For those who adore the charming robin redbreast and wish to see them return to their gardens time and again, there's one essential purchase you should consider – and it's conveniently easy to...

Is there an election in my area and where can I vote?

When are the 2025 local elections and who can vote?22 hours agoJennifer ClarkeBBC NewsBBCVoters in some parts of England will elect councillors and mayors on Thursday 1 May.These are the first local...

'We don't care': A defiant China looks beyond Trump's America

'We don't care': A defiant China looks beyond Trump's America 3 hours agoLaura BickerChina correspondentReporting fromYiwu"We don't care about sales to the United States," says Hu Tianqiang as one of...

Ed Miliband is tearing Labour apart AGAIN - and Nigel Farage is loving it

Ed Miliband’s frontline political career began in betrayal, leapfrogging his older, more talented and more electable brother David to seize the Labour leadership in 2010. That act split the party...

Border crossings, egg prices and jobs - Trump's speech fact-checked

Border crossings, egg prices and jobs - Trump's 100 days speech fact-checked2 hours agoJake Horton & Lucy GilderBBC VerifyGetty ImagesPresident Trump used a rally in Michigan to mark what he...

Xi's real test is not Trump's trade war

Xi's real test is not Trump's trade war2 hours agoLaura BickerChina correspondent•BBCLBickerBBCIf you say the name Donald Trump in the halls of wholesale markets and trade fairs in China, you'll...

What caused the mass power cut in Spain and Portugal? The unanswered questions

Spain rules out cyber attack - but what could have caused power cut?3 hours agoGeorgina RannardClimate and science reporterHafsa KhalilBBC NewsGetty ImagesThe Spanish grid operator has ruled out a...

Spain rules out cyber attack - but what could have caused power cut?

Spain rules out cyber attack - but what could have caused power cut?2 hours agoGeorgina RannardClimate and science reporterHafsa KhalilBBC NewsGetty ImagesThe Spanish grid operator has ruled out a...

Four dead after car crashes through after-school camp

Four dead after car crashes through after-school camp30 minutes agoMike WendlingBBC News, ChicagoCBS NewsFour people, including children, were killed and several others injured when a vehicle drove...

Police raids across France after wave of prison attacks

Police raids across France after wave of prison attacks5 hours agoJames GregoryBBC NewsGetty ImagesTwenty-five people have been arrested in early morning raids across France in response to a wave of...