Four ways the film Conclave sheds light on the secretive way popes are chosen7 hours agoJemma CrewBBC NewsAlamyThe 2024 film Conclave - a box office hit and Oscar winner - tells the story of a papal...
The British high street has been dealt a fresh blow with WHSmith set to close two more of its stores this weekend, speeding up the retailer’s withdrawal from town centres across the UK. Branches in...
Jury shown film of suspect stabbing man during sex5 hours ago Albert Alfonso/FlickrA jury has been shown footage of an alleged killer attacking a man in a "frenzied stabbing" while having sex with...
Russia's turbulent economy has raised the risk of a run on its banks with depositors rushing to withdraw cash, according to a report. The Centre for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting...
Man killed couple then froze remains, court hears13 minutes agoEllie PriceBBC NewsReporting fromOld Bailey Albert Alfonso/FlickrA man murdered a couple, dismembered their bodies and then froze some...
Just as MPs warn that shops and services may need to accept cash to protect vulnerable customers, a new agreement will allow millions of bank users to access vital banking services at their local...
The Tories have warned Glastonbury Festival that it must withdraw its invitation to Kneecap to perform this year, or face accusations that they condone incitement to murder. Shadow Home Secretary...
Warning shops could be forced to accept cash in future7 hours agoKevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentBBCShops and services may have to be forced to accept cash in the future to help protect...
CDs and vinyl records, once thought to be relics of a bygone era due to the advent of MP3s and global streaming services, are making a comeback. Nostalgia is now a lucrative business, with people...
Millions of Britons who’ve scrimped and saved over decades are now seeing the value of their retirement pots crumble.Those in drawdown are particularly hard hit, suddenly unable to withdraw the...
Trans former judge plans to challenge gender ruling at European court59 minutes agoDominic CascianiHome and Legal Correspondent•@BBCDomCAvalonThe UK's only ever judge to publicly say they are...
Nicola Sturgeon and John Swinney have been savaged by members of their own party after a landmark Supreme Court ruling on transgender people. Falkirk East MSP Michelle Thomson broke ranks to demand...
Meghan Markle has been caught using her 'HRH' title on a gift card, flouting the agreement made with the late Queen Elizabeth as part of the Megxit conditions. The 43 year old Duchess sent a gift...
The airline TAP Air Portugal has urged passengers intending to fly from Lisbon to avoid the city's airport until further notice. Portugal and Spain were hit by widespread blackouts on Monday, leaving...
Video footage has emerged of cars nearly ploughing into a city bus in the centre of Madrid, as a major power cut continues to cause chaos across the Iberian Peninsula and southern France. The short...
An iconic Supermarine Spitfire (MK Vb) pictured in 1941 (Image: Getty)That the defeat of Germany and victory in Europe was possible at all in 1945 was not something that hinged solely upon the...
'Our community is grieving,' say Vancouver festival organisersOrganisers of the Vancouver Lapu Lapu Day festival where a car ramming attack killed 11 people have said they are "heartbroken" and...
RuPaul’s Drag Race star Jiggly Caliente has sadly died after being rushed to hospital with a severe health setback which forced her leg to be amputated. The 44-year-old star, who hails from the...
Greens call for single-sex guidance to be withdrawn1 hour agoBecky MortonPolitical reporterInterim guidance on single-sex spaces is "ill-considered and impractical" and should be withdrawn, the Green...
UN agency runs out of food aid in Gaza after Israeli blockade11 hours agoDavid GrittenBBC NewsReporting fromJerusalemMallory MoenchBBC NewsReporting fromLondonGetty ImagesThe UN World Food Programme...