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Starmer announces £53m to help households hit by rising heating oil costs

The money will be for "vulnerable" households who have faced a sharp rise in energy bills since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran.


Jessie Buckley, Michael B Jordan and One Battle After Another reign at Oscars

Paul Thomas Anderson's political thriller wins six prizes including best picture and best director.


See the Oscars winners list in full

Find out which films and stars have won the famous golden statuettes at the ceremony in Los Angeles.


TikTok and Meta risked safety to win algorithm arms race, whistleblowers say

Companies allowed more harmful content on user’s feeds, knowing their algorithms ran on outrage, BBC hears.


Alcohol-free beer and houmous used to measure inflation as UK shifts to healthier living

Houmous and motorhomes are also added to the basket of goods and services used to chart the rising cost of living.


Travelodge changes policy after attacker given room key

The woman was attacked by Kyran Smith, who was given a key to her hotel room by staff.


How US groups are driving a new generation of anti-abortion activism in the UK

The killing of Charlie Kirk galvanised a transatlantic campaign against abortion. But will it succeed in shifting Britain's pro-choice consensus?


Schoolgirl 'traumatised' after being wrongly sent to England for abortion

The teenager could have been treated in Northern Ireland, but was sent to London due to confusion over the services available.


Fears of two-tier health system as more turn to private care, says watchdog

The patient watchdog warns of two-tier service as polling shows numbers paying for care is on the rise.


Key Oscars moments as snubbed Chalamet becomes butt of jokes

Here's what happened inside the winners room and other insights from the biggest night in Hollywood.


In pictures: Stars and fashion from the red carpet

Hollywood's biggest stars turn on the style as they walk the red carpet for the glittering ceremony.


Creed to Sinners: Michael B Jordan's road to Oscars recognition

The 39-year-old has spent more than two decades acting and picked up the award for best actor at the Oscars.


Historic firsts, emotional speeches, and a tie: Watch the top Oscars moments

One Battle After Another dominated the night with six awards, while Sinners and Frankenstein weren't far behind.


What are the symptoms of meningitis and is there a vaccine?

Two people have died following an outbreak of meningitis, including one student at the University of Kent.


Injuries, blown tyres and repair bills - frustration over 'spike' in potholes

One woman who tripped over a "dangerous" pothole says she fears for the safety of other road users.


Six talking points from final round of Six Nations

England's indiscipline, "cheat code" Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Irish and Scottish positives, and Welsh confidence returns - talking points from the final round.


Is this product 'human-made'? The race to establish an AI-free logo

The backlash to the growing use of the tech has led to an explosion in attempts to come up with 'AI-Free' logo that could be used globally.


We'll never know how Dad's body became so decomposed

Ronald Parkin's case prompts calls from his family for the government to regulate the funeral sector.


Far-left and far-right gains throw French mainstream parties into a quandary

Awkward choices emerge for mainstream parties after the first round of mayoral elections.


'We will go wherever they hide': Rooting out IS in Somalia

Somalia became a key part of IS's global network after fighters were driven out of strongholds in Syria and Iraq.


Who wants what from the Iran war?

Most people, although not everybody, want this war to end as quickly as possible. But on what terms?


Iran taking steps to prevent anti-establishment protests, Tehran residents tell BBC

Residents describe new security checkpoints around the capital, where they say people are stopped and searched.


What Iranians are being told about the war

Iranian state media's coverage of the war includes inflations of enemy casualties and digital manipulation intended to glorify Iran.


How passenger planes keep flying during a war

Airspace over Iran and the Gulf remains severely restricted following missile strikes, putting additional pressure on airlines.


India hopeful Iran talks will ease Hormuz route for its ships

Foreign Minister S Jaishankar told FT there was no "blanket arrangement" for Indian ships to pass through the strait.


Starmer warned over assisted dying bill by more than 100 Labour MPs

More than 100 Labour MPs warn that failing to pass the legislation would undermine trust in politics.


Three arrests after man found dead in wheelie bin

Two men and a woman are detained on suspicion of murder following overnight arrests in Blackpool.


Five taken to hospital after 15-vehicle crash on motorway

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service sent four fire appliances and a heavy rescue unit to the scene just before midnight.


One-off £2,000 grant gives care leavers head start, study finds

Participants were less likely to become homeless or spend time in hospital or prison, researchers say.


Police investigate 'death to the IDF' chants led by Bobby Vylan at rally

Around 1,000 officers managed protesters and counter-protesters on opposite sides of the River Thames.


'We're at war' - Ecuador deploys 75,000 soldiers and police to combat drug gangs

Citizens of the most violent-wracked provinces have been warned the government is "at war" with the gangs.


French national jailed for 10 years in Azerbaijan for spying

Martin Ryan was accused of collecting secret information about Baku's military co-operation with Turkey and Pakistan.


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Will Starmer Help Trump In The War?

Trump wants help to secure the Strait of Hormuz but will the UK join him?


Is Cuba Trump’s next target after Iran?

The US president threatens Cuba with a “friendly takeover”


Another compelling Players - but why is it unlikely to ever be a major?

Golf already has four majors and does not need a fifth one, especially given three are already played in the United States, writes Iain Carter.


We have to wake up - Szoboszlai warning sums up Liverpool plight

Liverpool have been here far too often this season. Another late, late goal costing them points as they drew 1-1 with struggling Tottenham.


Six talking points from final round of Six Nations

England's indiscipline, "cheat code" Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Irish and Scottish positives, and Welsh confidence returns - talking points from the final round.


Sinner matches Federer & Djokovic with Indian Wells win

Jannik Sinner said it "means a lot to me" after he becomes the youngest man to complete the set of hard-court trophies with victory over Daniil Medvedev in the Indian Wells final.


Head coach Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls

Head coach Alan Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls as former Wales fly-half Stephen Jones takes over for the rest of the season.


Norrie replaces Draper as British number one - but for how long?

Cameron Norrie replaces Jack Draper as the British men's number one after Indian Wells, but top spot could change hands several times this year.