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The Global Story: How Pakistan became the peacemaker
Talks are expected between the US and Iran in Islamabad.
The Global Story: How Pakistan became the peacemaker
Talks are expected between the US and Iran in Islamabad.
Petrol thefts surge as Iran war pushes up fuel costs
One petrol retailer says he is experiencing about five drive-offs a week at each forecourt, costing him thousands.
Japan loosens arms export rules in break from post-WW2 pacifism
Eight decades of pacifism looks to be dismantling since Sanae Takaichi became Prime Minister in October 2025.
Japan loosens arms export rules in break from post-WW2 pacifism
This clears the way for Japan to sell weapons to more than a dozen countries.
King says late Queen may have been 'troubled deeply' by world we live in
The final design for a statue of the late Queen Elizabeth is to be unveiled, 100 years after her birth.
Wembanyama wins NBA award with 100% of vote
San Antonio Spurs centre Victor Wembanyama is named the first unanimous winner of the NBA's defensive player of the year award.
Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans
Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".
Red Bull's difficult start and 1976 cars compared with 2026 - F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions.
Two children die in stabbings each month, study finds
The average age of fatal knife attacks against children is 14 years old, a new study has revealed.
Bolt advises Gout not to forget track and field
Usain Bolt urges Australian sprinter Gout Gout not to forget track and field and find a good support network to keep him focused on his career.
UK unemployment rate sees surprise fall to 4.9%
Most analysts had predicted the rate would remain unchanged at 5.2%.
Why stakes are so high in England's hottest title race
BBC Sport explores the hottest title race in English football, and examines why the consequences are so big for the teams involved.
Apple names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years
Ternus will take over running the technology giant in September as Cook steps up to become executive chairman.
Funding cuts turning beautiful Loch Lomond into 'rubbish dump'
Lost funding means a community group is no longer able to empty bins on the Loch Lomond tourist route.
'He worked his little socks off' - mum's anger at NHS recruitment freeze
The mother of a physiotherapy graduate says she is heartbroken to see him working in Starbucks.
How mum inspired 'goofy' Mendoza to brink of NFL stardom
Fernando Mendoza is almost certain to be the first pick in the NFL Draft after rising from obscurity and his mother, who lives with multiple sclerosis, has been his main source of inspiration.
Ranking the most successful world record transfers of the past 50 years
Stumping up world record sums doesn't always guarantee success, but plenty of football's most expensive players have delivered on their hefty fees - here are the top 10.
Ranking the most successful world record transfers of the past 50 years
Stumping up world record sums doesn't always guarantee success, but plenty of football's most expensive players have delivered on their hefty fees - here are the top 10.
WW2 veteran who served in Navy despite seasickness dies aged 109
Frank Chester is praised by his family following his death nine days after his birthday.