Farage's rivals rule out standing in Clacton by-election
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:04:42 GMT
The Reform UK leader says he wants an "establishment versus the people by-election" but Labour calls it a "circus".
Chris Mason: Farage attempts to seize back the agenda
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:22:27 GMT
His aim throughout the forthcoming campaign is to clearly frame this by-election as "the people versus the establishment".
US launches strikes on Iran after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:18:26 GMT
The US says the strikes are intended to impose "heavy costs", while Iran warns it will "take decisive measures" in response.
Amber heat-health alerts in effect as UK set for one of longest-lasting heatwaves since 1976
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:10:07 GMT
Temperatures are set to rise as high as 36C (97F) for parts of southern England this week.
'Extreme' marine heatwave expected for parts of UK
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:45:07 GMT
Scientists fear that high sea temperatures could have wide-ranging consequences for marine life.
Nato allies announce £37bn for new missile project
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:12:00 GMT
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will convene around a dozen leaders to discuss the programme in Ankara.
Why replacing leasehold may be easier said than done
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:13:38 GMT
The government wants to abolish leasehold, but replacing it could prove far more complicated
Egypt fume at 'injustice' and make Messi favouritism claims after exit
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:33:21 GMT
BBC Sport unpicks a game that will go down in World Cup history for featuring a team who were two goals down so late on, but who went on to win without needing extra time.
Package holidays to Dubai and Egypt cheaper as European prices creep up
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:34:45 GMT
Family deals to many non-European destinations are cheaper this summer than last, as travel nerves have slowed bookings.
'It is not normal' - but extraordinary Djokovic defies odds once again
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:46:39 GMT
It is worth remembering that what you are watching is not normal - but Novak Djokovic is anything but ordinary in another thrilling Wimbledon match.
