Lord Mandelson released on bail after arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office
Tue, 24 Feb 2026 02:25:41 GMT
The Metropolitan Police says a 72-year-old man has been released on bail pending further investigation.
Watch: Lord Mandelson arrives at home after being released on bail
Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:16:47 GMT
Lord Mandelson has been released pending further investigation, the Metropolitan Police says, hours after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
First British baby born using transplanted womb from deceased donor
Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:39:50 GMT
Grace Bell, who was born without a viable womb, says her little boy is "simply a miracle".
Chocolate kept in anti-theft boxes as retailers warn it's being stolen to order
Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:07:42 GMT
Retailers and police forces tell the BBC that thieves are targeting chocolate and selling it on.
GPs to get £3,000 bonus to maximise weight loss drug prescriptions
Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:04:42 GMT
Bid to improve access to Mounjaro in England, but experts warn eligibility still tightly restricted.
Lib Dems in bid to release files on Andrew trade role
Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:56:34 GMT
The party wants documents on the former prince's appointment in 2001 to be published by ministers.
Mexico sends thousands of soldiers to stop violence after death of drug lord
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:12:47 GMT
A wave of violence has erupted across Mexico since a powerful drug cartel boss died following his capture by special forces.
BBC sorry for airing racial slur shouted by guest with Tourette's at Baftas
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:52:52 GMT
Actors Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage at the time during the award ceremony in London.
Rape suspect freed from jail in error now abroad
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:19:31 GMT
The man was awaiting trial when he was released from HMP Wormwood Scrubs and has now left the UK.
Probe underway after illness kills 72 tigers in Thai tourist park
Tue, 24 Feb 2026 03:45:47 GMT
Authorities said samples showed canine distemper virus, but have not confirmed where it came from.
