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They were the 'Forgotten Army'... but they helped win the war against the Japanese

The war in Burma has been dismissed by some as a strategic sideshow, in the sense that winning or losing was not decisive in ending the conflict. This began with the ‘Germany First’ policy agreed...

Eurovision 2025 start date, list of contestants, UK entry and who is favourite to win

The 2025 Eurovision Song Contest is soon set to begin, with 37 countries competing to be crowned the winner of the international music competition.This year's event is due to take place in Basel,...

Ruth Langsford issues worrying health update as she pulls out of live TV show

Loose Women star Ruth Langsford has pulled out of a live TV appearance after falling ill with a "horrible tummy bug". The 65-year-old mum of one announced she wouldn't be able to appear on her...

Hottest ever start to May as temperatures hit 29C

Hottest ever start to May as temperatures hit 29C4 hours agoSean SeddonBBC NewsMatt TaylorBBC WeatherBBCA new record was set for the hottest start to any May on record on Thursday, with temperatures...

Harrods latest retailer to be hit by cyber attack

Harrods latest retailer to be hit by cyber attack 31 minutes agoTom GerkenTechnology reporterGetty ImagesThe luxury department store Harrods says it is the latest retailer to have been targeted by a...

Fury in Cornwall town as locals rage against 'Putin-esque' plans

A row has erupted in West Cornwall over Cornwall Council’s controversial proposal to demolish a much-valued community centre in Penzance to make way for a 72-flat care complex, a plan branded...

BBC Escape to the Country's Jonnie Irwin returns to screens in emotional episode

Escape to the Country graced television screens again on Thursday (1st May), featuring a poignant episode from series 22 with the late presenter Jonnie Irwin, who sadly passed away from cancer in...

Trump breakthrough on Ukraine as US finally places blame on Russia for 'full scale' war

Donald Trump's administration has finally agreed that Russia’s war on Ukraine was a “full-scale” invasion. Leaked documents outlining a new minerals deal between Washington and Kyiv suggest the...

Dramatic moment paedophile, 21, linked to neo-Nazi abuse cult is arrested

A misogynistic paedophile who was found with a horde of indecent images of children before being linked to an online neo Nazi criminal gang that blackmailed young teenage girls into livestreaming...

After 20 years, family favourite The Gruffalo set for new adventure

After 20 years, family favourite The Gruffalo set for new adventure4 hours agoIan YoungsCulture reporterAxel Scheffler/Macmillan Children's BooksAfter more than 20 years roaming the deep dark wood,...

Jeremy Corbyn backs ‘murder MP’ Kneecap band amid anti-terror investigation

Jeremy Corbyn’s Peace and Justice Project has published a statement backing Kneecap’s right to continue playing at Glastonbury, despite the ongoing anti-terror police investigation. Taking to X...

British woman, 115, becomes world's oldest person after death of nun blessed by Pope

A 115-year-old British woman who was born just eight years after the death of Queen Victoria has been crowned the world's oldest person. Supercentenarian Ethel Caterham was born in 1909 and is...

The only royal to publicly respond to Prince William and Princess Kate's anniversary photo

The Prince and Princess of Wales marked their 14th wedding anniversary this week in a sweet way on social media, and there was only one royal who publicly responded to them. Prince William and...

King Charles forced to close Sandringham Estate due to 'emergency'

King Charles's beloved Sandringham Estate has been forced to close its doors to visitors today due to an "emergency plumbing issue". The royal estate in Norfolk is closed to the public because the...

Royal baby makes balcony debut at key family event

Adorable baby Princess Ines of Sweden made her royal balcony debut at her grandfather, King Carl XVI Gustaf's birthday celebrations. On April 30, Sweden's King rang in his 79th birthday, which came...

Counter-terrorism police investigating Kneecap videos

Counter-terrorism police investigating Kneecap videos37 minutes agoAbigail TaylorBBC News NIPA MediaThe Metropolitan Police's counter-terror officers will investigate online videos showing rap trio...

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

Is there a local election in my area and where can I vote?3 days agoBBCOn Thursday 1 May elections will be held for 23 councils and six mayors in England.Around a third of electors in England are...

The underrated UK seaside city set to be transformed with huge £53m revamp

A seaside city in the UK is set for a huge £53m regeneration project. The City Centre North transformation will see hundreds of homes built, the creation of a community space, cafés, shops,...

Local elections 2025: The forms of ID you can use to vote

As millions across England head to the polls today for the local elections, it's important to remember that you must bring valid photo identification in order to vote in person. This requirement has...

Tesla denies contacting headhunters to replace Musk

Tesla denies contacting headhunters to replace MuskJust nowMitchell LabiakBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesTesla has denied reports that it has contacted recruitment firms to launch a search...