Driver jailed for killing student in van crash

Christopher Jackson is jailed for killing Aalia Mahomed, 20, by crashing into her with his van.

6th, March 2026, 02:15pm

Patience key for England against Iceland - Wiegman

England manager Sarina Wiegman says it is "very important" her team are patient if goals do not come quickly in their 2027 Women's World Cup qualifier against Iceland on Saturday.

6th, March 2026, 02:09pm

BBC says broadcast of racial slur at Baftas was 'genuine mistake'

Director general Tim Davie also says the BBC is looking into why the ceremony remained on iPlayer.

6th, March 2026, 02:00pm

'Worst night' of Israeli strikes so far, Tehran residents tell BBC

Iranians in the capital tell the BBC of "constant explosions", as the US warned attacks will intensify.

6th, March 2026, 01:53pm

Surge in jet fuel prices could push up air fares, analysts warn

Disruption to supplies from the Gulf due to the Middle East conflict has pushed the cost up by more than 80%.

6th, March 2026, 01:10pm

Price of first class stamps to rise to £1.80

Royal Mail says the increase reflects the rise in delivery costs, but the move angers consumer groups.

6th, March 2026, 01:05pm

Sheep are disappearing from our hills - and our dinner plates

Have we have passed "peak sheep" in the UK?

6th, March 2026, 12:57pm

Xbox confirms new console is coming - but can it revive the brand?

Microsoft is the first big company out of the gates with Project Helix - a "next-generation" console.

6th, March 2026, 12:56pm

Azerbaijan furious with Iran as war spills over its border

President Ilham Aliyev says drone strikes are an "act of terror" as he places the armed forces on high alert.

6th, March 2026, 12:39pm

Lenders lift mortgage rates as Iran war hits borrowing costs

Nationwide, HSBC and Coventry Building Society are all putting some mortgage rates up.

6th, March 2026, 12:21pm