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The full feasibility study will look in detail at how hosting the Games in northern England could work.

BBC Sport · 23 hrs ago

Leading restaurateur says Gulf countries actively help businesses set up, while east Asia has a better work ethic Some of London’s top restaurants are opening branches in Dubai because of a “tax tsunami” in the UK and better work ethic abroad, according to a leading restaurateur. James Robson, a co-owner of Fallow in St James’s Market, regarded as the capital’s hottest restaurant, serving 1,000 people a day, has…

The Guardian · 23 hrs ago

New British number one Katie Boulter loses 6-1 6-4 to Czech doubles specialist Katerina Siniakova in the Japan Open semi-finals.

BBC Sport · 23 hrs ago

The children were subsequently rescued from the water, police say.

BBC News · 1 day ago

Mother, 36, died after current off North Bimini reportedly swept away two boys, who were later rescued, police say A British woman has died in the Bahamas while trying to rescue her two sons after a current swept them away as they were snorkelling. The Royal Bahamas police force said it had launched an investigation after the death of a 36-year-old woman on Tuesday. Continue reading...

The Guardian · 1 day ago

A 2-0 series defeat for the Red Roses, their record 39-match winning streak and 41-match unbeaten run ended, and consecutive losses for the first time since 2016 - England are not invincible.

BBC Sport · 1 day ago

Heavy rain and strong winds are expected during the second named storm to hit in two days, with gusts of up to 80mph forecast.

BBC News · 1 day ago

Vertical dramas are a global phenomenon made in bite-sized addictive chunks to watch on phones. But Channel 4 has made a slow-release syrupy tale in five parts – without tension or actual drama Vertical dramas – that is, short-form content made specifically for phones – are big business in 2026. They are particularly popular in countries such as China and India, and the global market is expected to be worth $26bn…

The Guardian · 1 day ago

England beat France 82-0 to maintain their hopes of reaching the Men's Rugby League World Cup semi-finals.

BBC Sport · 1 day ago

Season will be less vibrant with trees such as birches, which usually offer a striking burst of yellow leaves, already bare Among a canvas of copper, red and purple autumn leaves on display at Wisley garden in Surrey, south-east England, one tree stands conspicuously naked. “The birch has lost all its leaves,” says Guy Barter, the chief horticulturist at the Royal Horticultural Society. “That’s the effect of…

The Guardian · 1 day ago

Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau suffers another injury blow after just one game back with Cardiff.

BBC Sport · 1 day ago

England suffer back-to-back defeats for the first time in a decade as Canada win 31-22 in Ottawa, including a hat-trick for captain Sophie de Goede.

BBC Sport · 1 day ago

An amber weather warning has been issued for much of Scotland, parts of Northern Ireland and northern England, as Storm Boelo approaches.

BBC News · 1 day ago

For skiers looking to reduce their carbon footprint, rail travel from the UK to the Alps has never been quicker or easier. Here’s how to get there Speeding effortlessly towards the slopes by train, you might wonder why you ever flew to a ski resort. On paper, it seems a short hop by plane; in reality, airport queues, cramped flights and long transfers can mean the journey eats up a whole day. Measured…

The Guardian · 1 day ago

Corinne Bailey Rae and Jorja Smith are among the performers at a Back to Black tribute show. Plus, Cynthia Erivo completes SNL UK’s excellent second run. Here’s what to watch this evening 9.35pm, BBC Two A fitting tribute to the late star’s breakout album 20 years after its release, this special concert was held at the Roundhouse in north London earlier this week. It’s led by a team close to Winehouse’s music,…

The Guardian · 1 day ago

Jack Ross was contracted to do social media work for the party until earlier this year, the BBC has been told.

BBC News · 1 day ago

Do British pensioners have it better or worse than those in other countries?

BBC News · 1 day ago

The chancellor will unveil AI spending aimed at shoring up the UK's defences in Wednesday's Budget.

BBC News · 1 day ago

A second storm, Storm Boelo, is expected to hit Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England on Saturday bringing more wild weather.

BBC News · 2 days ago

Sadler’s Wells, London Alina Cojocaru astonishes in John Neumeier’s Ghost Light, an ethereal meditation on time, while Glen Tetley’s Firebird has much to cherish A ghost light is the name for a single lamp left on stage when a theatre is dark, and one glows throughout John Neumeier’s ballet Ghost Light. Also never not glowing is Alina Cojocaru, superlative ballerina and guest dancer with London City Ballet, who…

The Guardian · 2 days ago

Samoa score 14 unaswered tries as they thrash Wales 76-0 to secure their first win in Pool A at the 2026 Women's Rugby League World Cup, whilst the result leaves Wales with two defeats from two.

BBC Sport · 2 days ago

Green leaders have been given until Sunday to disown their party's "Zionism is racism" conference vote.

BBC News · 2 days ago

Jamie Miller is the first Welsh artist since 2011 to earn a UK Number 1 single - after Sian Evans' feature on DJ Fresh's Louder.

BBC News · 2 days ago

Anthony Lee passed confidential information to his wife Laura Lee about when the 2024 general election would be held.

BBC News · 2 days ago