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Bank of mum and dad 'helps half of first-time buyers'

Bank of mum and dad 'helps half of first-time buyers'2 hours agoKevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentGetty ImagesMore than half of first-time buyers received financial help from their family to...

Sopranos and The Wire actor dead at 84 as fans pay tribute

The daughter of Charley Scalies, best known for his roles in The Wire and the Sopranos, has confirmed that the actor has died after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. The star portrayed...

What it's like marrying a man who still has a wife - and she's at your wedding

Polygamy and pageantry on display at a mass wedding in South Africa9 hours agoKhanyisile NgcoboBBC News, ZuurbekomNhlanhla PhillipsThe bride, Evelyn Sekgalakane, sparkled in white as she walked down...

Historical UK city named worst place for a short break despite 'amazing' cathedral

Historical UK city named worst place for a short break despite 'amazing' cathedral (Image: Getty)When it comes to UK city breaks, everyone has their preferences, whether it's a vibrant nightlife,...

'Charles will be devastated by Harry's harsh words - how can he ever trust him again?'

Bristling with anger, Prince Harry declared that he wanted to be reconciled with the rest of the Royal family. There was, he said, no point in continuing to fight. But, in what was another...

Co-op cyber attack affects customer data, firm admits, after hackers contact BBC

Co-op hackers stole 'significant' amount of customer data54 minutes agoJoe TidyCyber correspondent, BBC World ServiceGetty ImagesCyber criminals have told BBC News their hack against Co-op is far...

Russia in economic freefall as GDP 'crashes' and oil and gas revenues plummet 17%

Russia’s economy is grinding to a halt as the structural limits of its war-driven expansion become clear, a Ukrainian banker has warned. Kyrylo Shevchenko, former governor of the National Bank of...

Conservatives will try to change the law to ban under-16s from Instagram

Teenagers under 16 could be banned from social media services such as Instagram under laws proposed by Conservatives. They want legislation preventing social media companies from using personal...

Ukraine LIVE: Russia taunts Zelensky after Putin’s ‘PR move’ to 'impress US'

Russia's declaration of a 72-hour unilateral ceasefire on "humanitarian" grounds has been criticised as an attempted "PR move" to "deceive the US". Vladimir Putin announced the temporary ceasefire...

Furious campaigners demand Donald Trump is banned from addressing UK Parliament

Furious campaigners have demanded that Donald Trump be barred from addressing the UK Parliament during his upcoming state visit, accusing the US President of a “consistent disregard for democratic...

Conclave to elect new pope to begin on 7 May, Vatican says

Conclave to elect new pope to begin on 7 May, Vatican says1 day agoThomas MackintoshBBC News, LondonGetty ImagesCardinals will meet next month in a secret conclave to elect the next pope, the Vatican...

European politician suggests getting rid of Belgium and dividing it up

A senior Dutch politician has reportedly suggested dividing up Belgium between France and the Netherlands, effectively eliminating the country. Martin Bosma, president of the Dutch Parliament...

Fury as 311 MPs refuse to give phone numbers so constituents can contact them

House of Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle has been urged to intervene after it emerged more than 300 MPs are refusing to provide phone numbers allowing constituents to contact them. Every MP is...

What happens next after Liberals claim victory?

Carney's Liberals won. What happens next?6 hours agoAna FaguyBBC News, TorontoMillions of Canadians voted on Monday in a snap federal election that has largely focused on how the candidates would...

Images of Pope Francis's tomb released

Images of Pope Francis's tomb released1 day agoAleks PhillipsBBC NewsReutersImages of Pope Francis's tomb at the Santa Maria Maggiore church in Rome have been released.A single white rose was...

Conclave to elect new pope to begin on 7 May, Vatican says

Conclave to elect new pope to begin on 7 May, Vatican says6 hours agoThomas MackintoshBBC News, LondonGetty ImagesCardinals will meet next month in a secret conclave to elect the next pope, the...

Rosenberg: What's Putin trying to achieve by calling a three-day ceasefire?

Rosenberg: What's Putin trying to achieve by calling a three-day ceasefire?2 hours agoSteve RosenbergRussia EditorEPAWhen is a ceasefire a genuine attempt to secure peace? And when is it simply...

Steve Rosenberg: What's Putin trying to achieve by calling a three-day ceasefire?

Rosenberg: What's Putin trying to achieve by calling a three-day ceasefire?2 hours agoSteve RosenbergRussia EditorEPAWhen is a ceasefire a genuine attempt to secure peace? And when is it simply...

Human hearts grown in space will save lives says top astronaut

Human hearts could be grown in space to use in transplants and save lives on planet earth, British astronaut Tim Peake said. It’s one of the amazing scientific breakthroughs that are only possible...

'They aimed to kill' - BBC identifies security forces who shot Kenya anti-tax protesters

'They aimed to kill' - BBC identifies security forces who shot Kenya anti-tax protesters11 hours agoBertram Hill & Tamasin FordBBC Africa EyeBBCThe members of Kenya's security forces who shot...