Covid inquiry: What is it investigating and how does it work?

The second round of public hearings examining the UK's handling of the pandemic starts on 3 October.

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The Papers: 'More Ukraine support' and 'Tory conference looms'

Politics leads several of the Sunday papers on the day the Conservative Party conference begins.

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Slovakia elections: Liberals win against pro-Moscow party - exit polls

There were fears that victory for populist Robert Fico would end military support for Ukraine.

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Last supermoon of the year captured on camera

A space enthusiast in Kathmandu, Nepal films the spectacle with his mobile phone through a telescope.

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US one step closer to avoiding government shutdown

The House of Representatives approves a temporary funding solution - which excludes aid for Ukraine.

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Trump co-defendant pleads guilty in Georgia election interference case

Scott Hall has agreed to a plea deal that requires him to testify in the election interference case.

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Sycamore Gap: 'We are devastated - it's so sad to see the tree gone'

Members of the public have been sharing memories of the 300-year-old tree in Northumberland, after it was cut down this week.

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New York City: State of emergency declared over flash flooding

Subway systems in New York City have flooded and a terminal at LaGuardia Airport is closed.

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Life of Dianne Feinstein, the senator who defied CIA and White House

The Senate's longest-serving woman broke gender barriers, but her age was an issue late in her career.

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The slow and delicate aircraft taking on spy missions

Light aircraft that can fly and loiter at very high altitudes could provide back-up for spy satellites.

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Police find DNA lead in 1983 Aberdeen taxi driver murder

Taxi driver George Murdoch was brutally murdered in Aberdeen in 1983 and his killer has not been caught.

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My Dad Wrote a Porno enters podcasting Hall of Fame

The "most successful podcast in British history" is the first into the British Podcast Awards' Hall of Fame.

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Sweden gangs: PM summons army chief after surge in killings

Ulf Kristersson says "everything is on the table" after three people are killed in 12 hours.

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How six women trapped in a refrigerated lorry were saved

BBC reporter Khue Luu helped track down the vehicle after receiving a distress call about the lorry.

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Sir Michael Gambon: A career in pictures

A look back at the work of the award-winning star of stage and screen

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Justin Trudeau apologises after Nazi veteran honoured in parliament

The prime minister says it was a mistake that "deeply embarrassed parliament and Canada".

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ChatGPT can now access up to date information

The chatbot's knowledge previously only included data up to September 2021, but not any more.

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Trump and Biden woo striking workers in preview of 2024

The duelling appearances are an early skirmish in the battle for working Americans' vote next year.

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'Drug consumption room will cut terrible amount of deaths'

Hugh shows the BBC where he goes to use drugs as the UK's first consumption room was approved.

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New doc explores UFO and Wales' alien 'Bermuda Triangle'

The UK's largest reported extraterrestrial "encounter" is featured in a new Netflix series.

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Spain 5-0 Switzerland: Aitana Bonmati scores two for world champions

Spain turn on the style in their first match on home soil since winning the Women's World Cup to crush Switzerland in Cordoba.

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How was Storm Agnes named and how did we know it was coming?

The first named storm of the season, which is set to bring 80mph winds, was first spotted in the Atlantic Ocean.

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Shakira accused of tax crimes for the second time

Spanish prosecutors claim the singer has defrauded the state of more than €6m.

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Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss

In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation and Harry and Meghan.

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Newspaper headlines: Fresh Russell Brand allegations and call for asylum reform

New claims against comedian Russell Brand and an upcoming speech by the home secretary lead the papers.

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US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms.

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School strikes: Support staff to walk out at 24 Scottish councils

Thousands of pupils will stay at home on day one of Unison's three-day strike in a dispute over pay.

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Taylor Swift attends Kansas City Chiefs game

Swift attended the game on invitation of Chiefs player Travis Kelce and watched it seated next to his mother.

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Metaverse: What happened to Mark Zuckerberg's next big thing?

Two years ago, the metaverse was billed as the next big thing - but many in the tech world have already moved on.

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Over 340 first responders have died from 9/11 illnesses

As many have now died from complications as died in the attacks, the Fire Department of New York says.

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UCU university strikes: When are the next walkouts?

Five days of strike action will fall in Freshers' Week for many students.

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The Papers: 'Army on standby' after armed officers down guns

The Met's request for help from the Army after officers put down their guns is widely reported in Monday's papers.

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Man Utd's Marcus Rashford not injured after car crash

Manchester United and England striker Marcus Rashford is unhurt after being involved in a car crash on Saturday night.

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Sick toddler Theo to fly home from Portugal, says mum

She says after a "shambolic" experience a flight has been arranged to bring her son back to Wales.

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Niger coup: Macron says France to withdraw troops and ambassador

French president says ambassador will leave and all military cooperation will end in "the months to come".

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Woman's body found in jaws of 13ft Florida alligator identified

A witness raised the alarm after seeing the large animal clutching human remains in a canal.

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The Papers: 'Axe looms' over HS2 as Tories plan new policies

Sunday's papers continue to discuss the potential scrapping of a leg of HS2 - and a number of new policies the PM is said to be working on.

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Rugby World Cup: Wales, Australia fans ready for Lyon's den

Supporters of Wales and Australia prepare for Rugby World Cup showdown in the French city of Lyon.

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Burnley 0-1 Man Utd: Bruno Fernandes scores winner in vital victory for Red Devils

Bruno Fernandes' stunning volley gives Manchester United a much-needed victory as they edge past Burnley in the Premier League.

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Bristol care proposals: Disabled people fear losing right to live at home

Disabled residents in Bristol fear proposed changes to care could see them moved to care homes.

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Kylie Minogue on taking off on TikTok

Kylie Minogue says she was shocked to see her latest single, Padam Padam, go viral.

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Russell Brand makes first comments since sexual assault allegations

He says the week since the claims were reported has been "extraordinary and distressing".

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England 2-1 Scotland: Lionesses hold off fightback to win first Women's Nations League game

England hold on against Scotland at Stadium of Light to win their first Women's Nations League match.

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Bereavement: How do you navigate grief as a child?

Two schoolboys from Belfast describe how they are dealing with the pain of losing loved ones.

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Police left man barefoot outside Iceland before hit-and-run death

Gareth Roper was killed after being dropped outside an Iceland store with no money or mobile phone.

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Russian TV teases launch of Tucker Carlson show

The ex-Fox News anchor appears in a trailer on state-run Rossiya 24 but exact details are not clear.

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Wigan Casino: Northern Soul finds a new crowd on nightclub's 50th anniversary

It's 50 years since Wigan Casino hosted the first of its legendary Northern Soul all-nighters.

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Traitors US season two cast includes Ekin-Su Culculoglu and John Bercow

The second season of the murder-mystery game sees the Love Island winner and ex-Commons Speaker compete.

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US police find drugs in trapdoor at fentanyl daycare

A "large quantity" of narcotics are found at the New York nursery where a boy aged one died.

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Booker Prize 2023: The Bee Sting and Western Lane make short list

The short list includes writers from the UK, Ireland, US and Canada.

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Tamil Nadu: The Indian men who photographed dead bodies

Two photographers from Tamil Nadu recall what it was like taking pictures of the dead for a living.

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Police seek nursery owner's husband in child fentanyl death

Video footage shows the man removing full shopping bags and fleeing before police arrived.

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King Charles III makes French-language toast at star-studded banquet

The monarch raises a toast to his hosts in Versaille, President Macron and his wife Brigitte.

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Inside Tiktok's real-life frenzies - from riots to false murder accusations

Former staff and users tell the BBC the app's algorithm has encouraged harmful real-life behaviour.

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King's France visit mixes PR, politics and security

The royal state visit is intended to reinvigorate the relationship between France and Britain.

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Bayern Munich 4-3 Man Utd: Harry Kane on target as Red Devils poor form continues

Manchester United are given a taste of what could have been as Harry Kane helps Bayern Munich to victory over Erik ten Hag's struggling side in their Champions League opener.

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In Pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla visit France

The couple are on a three-day visit, with a state dinner among the highlights of the first day.

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New footage shows historic World War II shipwrecks in the Pacific

An underwater mission spotted never-seen remnants from three ships from the Battle of Midway.

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Hunter Biden to plead not guilty to gun charges

A lawyer says the US president's son wants to appear in court remotely, but prosecutors are opposed.

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Ros Atkins on… the India-Canada murder row

The BBC's analysis editor looks at why India and Canada have entered a diplomatic spat over the murder of a Sikh activist.

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Manchester City 3-1 Red Star Belgrade: Julian Alvarez double helps European champions come from behind

European champions Manchester City come from behind to beat Red Star Belgrade in the opening game of their Champions League defence.

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Diane Abbott attacks Labour investigation as 'fraudulent'

The MP has been suspended from the party pending an inquiry into comments she made about racism.

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Why do rape and sexual assault victims find it hard to go straight to police?

Victim-blaming culture and a lack of confidence in the police can deter victims from speaking out.

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Ambulance worker thanks patient and nurse who helped save his life

When Shaun McBride suffered a cardiac arrest a 72-year-old patient raised the alarm and a nurse did CPR.

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Debris found in search for F-35 jet - authorities

The F-35B fighter jet went missing on Sunday after a "mishap" caused the pilot to safely eject.

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Marilyn Manson fined for blowing nose on concert photographer

The singer will perform 20 hours of community service and pay $1,400 in fines for the "egregious" act.

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Nottingham Forest 1-1 Burnley: Callum Hudson-Odoi stunner on his debut earns home side a draw

Callum Hudson-Odoi scores a glorious equaliser on his Nottingham Forest debut to salvage a Premier League draw against Burnley.

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India could be behind killing of Canadian Sikh - Trudeau

Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead outside of a Sikh temple on 18 June in British Columbia.

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Danish artist told to repay museum €67,000 after turning in blank canvasses

Jens Haaning was given €71,000 by a Danish museum to create art, but sent it blank frames.

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Ryanair and family locked in £165 check-in row

Damian Lloyd says his family had checked in for a flight in advance but Ryanair says they had "unchecked" themselves.

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Libya floods: The bodies left unrecognisable by disaster

Doctors are struggling to identify the remains which have been found as the death toll rises.

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England 34-12 Japan: England run in four tries to beat Brave Blossoms

England edge closer to the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, but do little to impress in a scrappy 34-12 win over Japan in Nice.

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Ronnie MacKinnon: Former Rangers and Scotland centre-half dies at 83

Former Rangers and Scotland defender Ronnie MacKinnon passes away at the age of 83.

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Sudan conflict: Risking lives to bury the dead in Omdurman

Zeinab Mohamed Salih writes about how dangerous it was to bury her grandmother in war-hit Sudan.

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The Libyan city that's become a barren wasteland with a smell of death

With lives in Libya washed away, anger mounts as people ask why they were told to stay at home.

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Trevor Noah jumps into fan's car to beat traffic in Johannesburg

The ex-Daily Show host's ordeal played out live on air as he ran late for an interview in Johannesburg.

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Libyan official rejects blame for flood disaster

An official tells the BBC people in Derna were told to flee but some did not take the threat seriously.

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Windsor Castle crossbow intruder apologises to the King

Jaswant Singh Chail has admitted charges relating to the Christmas 2021 break-in at Windsor Castle.

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New Zealand 71-3 Namibia: All Blacks run in 11 tries but Ethan de Groot sent off

New Zealand storm to their 50th win at the Rugby World Cup as they thrash Namibia, but lose Ethan de Groot to a late red card for a dangerous collision.

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The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 87 seconds

Spain's Women's World Cup success has been overshadowed by the actions of Luis Rubiales during celebrations.

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Marks & Spencer scraps plastic for paper bags

Marks & Spencer said the move should cut plastics use.

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Vogue World: British stars hit red carpet for London fashion event

Dame Anna Wintour is joined by Sienna Miller, Kate Winslet and Stormzy at the London fashion event.

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Greenland cruise ship pulled free after three days stuck in mud

The Ocean Explorer with 206 people on board had been stuck since Monday, with some catching Covid.

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Diana's jumper fetches more than $1m at auction

The jumper caused a stir - and speculation about the black sheep's symbolism - before her 1981 wedding.

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Astronomy Photographer of the Year: See the winning images

Winning images of the amazing parts of our Universe go on display in London.

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Seattle officer recorded joking about woman killed by a police car

Video appears to show a Seattle police officer laughing about an Indian student killed by a patrol car.

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Newspaper headlines: Starmer 'plots to take EU migrants' and 'desperate despots'

Thursday's front pages focus on Labour's immigration plans, if it wins the next general election.

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People trafficking should be treated on a par with terrorism, says Keir Starmer

The Labour leader seeks a new security deal with Europe, as he accuses the government of failing.

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Isa Balado: Anger in Spain after man appears to grope reporter live on air

Isa Balado was broadcasting live on air when the man walked up and appeared to touch her.

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Morocco earthquake turns mountain village to field of boulders

Rescuers find that few homes remain in the devastated village of Douzrou, where 100 have died.

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Princess Martha Louise: Norway's princess sets date to wed shaman

The self-proclaimed shaman and the princess are known for their controversial alternative beliefs.

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Government defeated over axing pollution rules

Labour leads a Lords rebellion on removing restrictions on water pollution to build new homes.

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Chris Mason: The big questions on the future of the triple lock

BBC Political Editor Chris Mason looks at the politics and perils of rising state pensions.

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How dangerous is vaping - and why the concern over young vapers?

Calls are growing for a ban on cheaper disposable vapes as it becomes more popular with youngsters.

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Labour set to vote against scrapping home building pollution rules

The party is preparing to vote against the government plan aimed at boosting housebuilding.

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First Wilko store closures begin on Tuesday

Some 24 of the chain's shops will shut after it failed to find a buyer, with hundreds more to close.

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Spotify denies 30-second trick could make you rich

The streaming giant quashes a theory that listening to a song on repeat will rake in the royalties.

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Murder arrest after girl found in Kingsley pond dies

A woman in her 40s is in custody for questioning after the toddler went missing from her home.

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Ukraine claims to retake Black Sea drilling rigs from Russian control

The four strategically important oil and gas platforms were seized by Russia in 2015.

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Man charged after military truck 'driven at police'

Geoff Marshall, 41, faces multiple charges including dangerous driving and criminal damage.

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Mark Dickey: US man trapped in Turkey cave nears surface

Rescuers hope he will reach the surface sometime on Monday evening or on Tuesday local time.

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Covid booster: Who can get another jab this autumn?

Covid vaccine rules are changing, but those most at risk will be offered another jab in the autumn.

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US and Vietnam get a friendship upgrade

The US and Vietnam are becoming better friends - and that's a troubling prospect for China.

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Home Secretary seeks 'urgent advice' on banning American Bully XL dogs

The Home Secretary says the breed is a clear and lethal danger, particularly to children.

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Luis Rubiales resigns as president of Spanish FA over Jenni Hermoso kiss

Luis Rubiales resigns as president of the Spanish Football Federation after widespread criticism for kissing forward Jenni Hermoso at the Women's World Cup.

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US Open 2023 men's final: Novak Djokovic faces Daniil Medvedev seeking revenge and history

Novak Djokovic will seek revenge for his 2021 US Open final loss to Daniil Medvedev as he chases a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title.

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Rugby World Cup: Nervous Wales fans await 'toughest game'

Fans in Bordeaux are wary of Fiji's threat, an opponent all too familiar to Wales.

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Stopping the scammers who target online jobseekers

Fraudsters are using fake job ads to try to get people to give them money or their personal data.

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Morocco earthquake death toll rises above 2,000

The death toll from a huge quake nearly doubles as Morocco's king orders three days of national mourning.

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Two men arrested under Official Secrets Act - Met Police

One of the men is alleged to have spied for China while working as a parliamentary researcher, the Sunday Times reports.

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Jagtar Singh Johal: Sunak raises the detention of Scot with Indian PM

Scottish campaigner for Sikh rights Jagtar Singh Johal has been held by the Indian authorities since 2017.

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Georgia grand jury recommended charging three US senators

But prosecutors decided not to indict Lindsey Graham and others on election charges alongside Donald Trump.

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Roblox coming to PlayStation 4 and PS5

The popular children's gaming platform has more than 60 million players a day, according to the firm.

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Andrew Flintoff: Former England captain pictured for first time since Top Gear accident

Former England captain Andrew Flintoff is pictured for the first time since he was injured in an accident while filming Top Gear in last year.

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British man fighting in Ukraine found dead in water

Jordan Chadwick, 31, from Burnley, was found with his hands bound behind his back.

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Young brothers are golf’s 'wee wonders'

Evan Macaulay and his brother Lucas won prestigious UK golf titles on the same day.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Prison cuts row' and 'baby deaths cover-up'

Almost all of Friday's papers continue to cover the story of missing terror suspect Daniel Khalife.

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Ezra Collective win Mercury Music Prize 2023

They won the £25,000 for their album Where I'm Meant To Be, which is the first-ever jazz album to win.

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Rishi Sunak makes 'historic' G20 visit to India

He will be the first British prime minister of Indian heritage to visit the country.

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Peter Navarro: ex-Trump adviser found guilty of contempt of Congress

Peter Navarro flouted a summons by a committee investigating efforts to reverse the 2020 election.

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Two Brewers: Man arrested over alleged homophobic attack

Detectives investigating an alleged homophobic attack in south London arrest a man on suspicion of GBH.

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Actor Danny Masterson sentenced to 30 years to life for two rapes

The star of That '70s Show sat in court as the two women he raped described the impact of his crimes.

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Why Vancouver is letting go of green lawns

The Canadian city is choosing sustainability over aesthetics as it deals with a severe drought.

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The 82-year-old who plays cricket wearing an oxygen tank

Alec Steele has a terminal illness but he is determined to carry on playing cricket.

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Freddie Mercury: Queen star's piano and other items sold at Sotheby's

Thousands of personal items belonging to the late Queen frontman are sold at a Sotheby's auction.

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Trump suffers loss in second E Jean Carroll defamation case

A judge has ruled that Donald Trump is liable for defaming the writer who accused him of rape.

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The Papers: 'Birmingham bankrupt' and 'benefits revamp'

Many of Wednesday's papers report on new plans for sickness and disability benefit claimants.

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Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio jailed for 22 years for Capitol riot

An emotional Enrique Tarrio, 39, tells the court he is "ashamed" of his role in the US Capitol riot.

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Sand dredging devastating ocean floor, UN warns

Around six billion tonnes of sand is dredged from the world's oceans every year, a new report says.

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13 schools with RAAC had building work scrapped

The schools were among those that lost out when Building Schools for the Future was cancelled.

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Jill Biden: US first lady tests positive for Covid-19

She is experiencing mild symptoms, the White House says, while President Joe Biden tested negative.

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Dogs perform Mozart with orchestra in Denmark

Three dogs participated in a performance of the Hunting Symphony, a piece by Mozart's father Leopold.

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UK weather: Heat-health alert in place as temperatures to hit 32C

The health alert is in force across most of England until Sunday, with temperatures peaking midweek.

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Watch: Gavin Williamson apologises over bullying

The former cabinet minister says he regrets using inappropriate language in texts sent to Wendy Morton.

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Sewage: Mum says daughter got E. coli after swimming in polluted sea

Jayne Etherington said her daughter Caitlin fell ill after swimming in the sea off the Welsh coast.

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Crystal Palace: Man arrested after alleged racist abuse of Wolves player during match

A man in his 60s is arrested after allegedly racially abusing a Wolves player at Crystal Palace's Selhurst Park during Sunday's Premier League game.

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US Open 2023 results: Coco Gauff ends Caroline Wozniacki's comeback run

Coco Gauff shows why she is one the favourites at the US Open with a gutsy win over Caroline Wozniacki to reach the quarter-finals.

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Torrential rain in Spain causes major flooding

Atletico Madrid and Seville's football match was called off as a red alert was issued in the capital.

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Cambridgeshire: Dolphin dies after inland rescue effort

The distressed animal was put down after a rescue attempt was unsuccessful.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'recycled'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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Spanish club hope to help Mason Greenwood find 'best level'

Getafe manager Jose Bordalas says the Spanish club are going to help England forward Mason Greenwood "recover his best level" after his season-long loan move from Manchester United.

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Port Talbot: UK offers Tata Steel £500m to fund green steel switch - report

Stephen Kinnock MP welcomed funding talks but said any plan needed the support of workers.

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Gboyega Odubanjo: Family raise £40,000 in memory of 'beloved' poet

The money will be used to create a foundation for low-income black writers.

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Tharman Shanmugaratnam: Singapore picks a president who could've been much more

Voters chose Tharman Shanmugaratnam for a ceremonial role but many felt it was a waste of potential.

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Mason Greenwood transfer news: Getafe sign Manchester United forward

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood joins Spanish top-flight side Getafe on a season-long loan.

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Businessman Mohamed Al Fayed dies aged 94

Mohamed Al Fayed was former Harrods owner whose son Dodi was killed alongside Diana, Princess of Wales in car crash.

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Tennessee woman sets record for world's longest mullet

Tami Manis, who sports a mullet that is 5ft 8in, says her hair was inspired by a 1980s music video.

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Steve Lamacq to scale back BBC Radio 6 Music show

The DJ scales back his afternoon shows from five days a week to one, saying he's "a bit knackered".

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