Why don’t I have a father? Cathy is 10 years old when she starts asking questions. The secret her mum Maggie is forced to reveal changes everything. Years later, when lawyers and a geneticist turn up in their hometown in Kenya to take DNA samples, Maggie hope…
Steven Thompson presents highlights from the day's fixtures in the Scottish Premiership.
Catherine West tells the BBC if a leadership hopeful does not put themselves forward she will try to trigger a contest.
Swinney reaches out and Reform get the cold shoulder
Katy Daley-McClean, Ruby Tui & Sara Orchard react to England's 61-33 thrashing of Italy.
At 93, Paul Biya is the oldest head of state in the world. In June he will have been the leader of Cameroon for 44 years and is currently serving his eighth consecutive term. It was announced in April that for the first time in Biya's leadership, the position…
Andrew Rogers explores the latest tech being trialled to help people stay underwater for longer and Joe Tidy reports on a huge U-turn for big tech as Instagram stops end-to-end encryption.
As Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday, we bring together conservationists and film-makers to discuss the impact of his long career, and the influence he has had on how we think about nature. We hear how his tv programmes and books have reach…
A new report says Irish language speakers should be "proactive" in planning for Irish unity.
Labour suffers historic losses across UK elections.
What the results mean for Labour, Sarwar and independence.
This week you’re all cordially invited to join us for King Charles’ state visit to Donald Trump’s White House. Please dress to impress. We’ll also be digging into the state of the nation ahead of the upcoming elections on 7th May. Plus, what do we think about…
Get the latest news and election results for Glasgow Southside in the 2026 Scottish Parliament election from BBC News
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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball react to European success for Arsenal & Villa.
Thousands of people have taken part in the Palestine Marathon, which returns to Bethlehem after a two-year pause over the Gaza War.
The US president targets his political enemies in Kentucky and Indiana
When conversation drifted into fantasy, one man grabbed a hammer and prepared for war.
David Hinton, the chief executive of South East Water, is to leave after a transition period.
Reform UK gains and Labour losses in the early English local election results.
Looking ahead to the weekend fixtures with Andy Burke, Scott Allan and Andy Halliday.
Wales election results 2026: Plaid ‘stands ready’ to lead Welsh government, leader says after election successbbc.co.uk
Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.
Sir David, who lives in Richmond upon Thames, often speaks of his affection for London.
Wayne meets Phil Jagielka, from their playing days to surviving Derby County chaos.
The Lib Dems hold Sutton and Richmond-upon-Thames with Labour holds Hammersmith and Fulham and Merton.
Thirty years after the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, some convicted perpetrators are returning to the communities they once devastated. Felin Gakwaya travels to eastern Rwanda to meet both survivors and perpetrators living side by side again. He hears…
Reaction as Aston Villa and Crystal Palace secure their shots at European silverware.
Voting is over in the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections.
A judge said the case was not about a few rogue employees but showed serious and systemic failure.
2 tense Champions League semi-finals and Marti Cifuentes discusses his managerial career.
We explore whether Pluto should regain its title as the solar system’s ninth planet
Issy Wong makes England’s T20 World Cup - waiting for the call, bootcamp chaos and more!
Two survivors who caught the hantavirus years earlier told the BBC they both felt lucky to be alive.
Chi Leung "Peter" Wai used the main immigration database to track Hong Kong dissidents in the UK.
Rob Reaney did not secure enough votes from fellow party members to continue as deputy leader.
The 54-year-old, of Cheltenham, attacked the woman in her flat after a night out in May 2022.
As plans are revealed for its future, we take a look at this iconic building's past
At 11 years old, Alex thought he was going on holiday. Instead, he vanished for six years.
Harry Benjamin looks into the efforts being made to create more opportunity in F1.
Misha Glenny and his guests discuss the most famous oratorio of George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) and his librettist Charles Jennens (1700-1773). For his libretto, Jennens drew from Old and New Testament texts: prophecies about the coming of Jesus, the Messi…
National Rail says the issue relates to how train drivers and signallers communicate, and warns passengers to expect cancellations and delays.
Will we ever be able to live on a planet that isn't Earth? A science and space journalist explainss the latest research and data collected from planet TRAPPIST-1e. Neil and Becca teach you some new language to understand this potentially habitable planet.Find…
With some on the up and others under pressure, we look at how August will look for bosses.
The energy giant reports profits of $6.92bn for the first three months of the year.
The Kremlin’s pursuit of a “sovereign internet” has raised fears of a digital Iron Curtain. After months of mobile internet shutdowns, Russian authorities have moved to block major platforms like YouTube and Telegram, along with the VPNs people rely on to byp…
It will be PSG against Arsenal in the Champions League final
'We had people come just to see it': Amazon delivers its first UK parcels by dronebbc.co.uk
Sara, Kat Merchant and Philippa Tuttiett debate the size 4.5 ball and preview round four.
They do not have symptoms but contacted health officials after being on the MV Hondius cruise ship struck by the outbreak.
Dr Tuhina Lloyd led a team that managed Nottingham attacks killer Valdo Calocane for two years.
Adam, Laura, Chris, James and Felicity bring you one last update before the polls open.
Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Ulster and Ireland international Brittany Hogan.
Or has the US president lost control?
A 17-year-old has admitted murdering John McNab.
The Care Quality Commission says three wards run by an NHS trust "require improvement".
The stores were purchased by Modella Capital last year, and then rebranded under the name TGJones.
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A BBC report revealed some immigration advisers are helping asylum seekers pretend to be gay to stay in the country.
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Jordan Linden stood down as leader of North Lanarkshire Council in 2022 after the allegations emerged.
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"I can not allow [the boat] to enter the Canaries," says Fernando Clavijo - he is seeking an urgent meeting with the Spanish government in Madrid.
Airlines have removed nearly two million seats from flights over the month, data from Cirium shows.
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With only three games left are Rangers out of the title hunt? We get the fans' viewpoint.
Tom & Andy discuss Jamie Ritchie joining the Warriors and preview Scotland v France
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The Israeli strike, which Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said targeted a senior Hezbollah commander, is the first to hit Beirut's suburbs since the April ceasefire.
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Artemis II astronaut, Jeremy Hansen, reflects on the mission, adapting to life back on Earth after journeying to the far side of the Moon, and looks ahead to future Artemis missions. The Canadian astronaut, who first spoke to 13 Minutes from quarantine before…
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Reaction as Arsenal reach their first Champions League Final for 20 years.
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Haiti's top marksman on the World Cup, Scottish weather and fleeing Iran.
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The US is working to get ships through the Strait of Hormuz as a "favour to the world," The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said in the news conference. Also in the programme: Why staff at Google DeepMind in Britain are unionising over Google's policie…
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Cruise ship with hantavirus outbreak to sail to Canary Islandsbbc.co.uk
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A sleep apnoea wearable. Plus, tech to free up hospital beds and a breast health app.
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Birmingham City’s Martha Harris and Crystal Palace’s Hayley Ladd chat WSL promotion!
Is the US-Iran ceasefire under threat after repeat attacks in Strait of Hormuz?
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There have been extra jitters in UK government debt markets ahead of Thursday's local and national elections.
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Why one major retailer wants stricter regulation of the industry.
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth says the ceasefire in the Gulf is 'not over' despite attacks in Strait of Hormuz Also in the programme: Son of last and only Lebanese leader to meet an Israeli premier, says current Lebanese President Joseph Aoun should m…
Bristol explosion: Jo Shaw died after ex Ryan Kelly 'forced way into house'bbc.co.uk
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