Household energy bills to fall in April after charges shake-up
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:49:24 GMT
Changes announced in the Budget mean all energy bills will see some kind of reduction, but it will vary.
Trump's theatrical State of the Union address offers little hint of any change in course
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:11:20 GMT
The BBC's Anthony Zurcher says the US president appealed to his base and taunted his opponents in a marathon speech.
Fact-checking Trump's longest ever State of the Union
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:40:47 GMT
President Donald Trump said the US "is winning again" - making a series of claims about his record in a speech which lasted almost two hours.
Disabled woman, 33, put in nursing home against her will feels 'betrayed'
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:41:34 GMT
Lucinda Ritchie, who has full mental capacity, was transferred from a hospital bed despite her refusal.
Harry and Meghan arrive in Middle East for summit on refugees' needs
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:42:09 GMT
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's trip to Jordan is their first international tour as a couple since August 2024.
BBC sees damage in Puerto Vallarta after Mexican cartel violence
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:57:14 GMT
BBC's Will Grant visits Puerto Vallarta, a popular coastal resort town, to see the damage.
Actor Martin Short's daughter Katherine dies at 42
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:31:16 GMT
The actor says his daughter "will be remembered for the light and joy she brought into the world".
Emperor Penguins moult to survive, but scientists fear it may now be killing them
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:01:53 GMT
The birds moult to protect themselves, but in a warming world, it could be endangering them.
Watch: Key moments from the president's annual speech
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:29:49 GMT
The US president's speech to Congress included spats with political rivals and special guests.
Trump lied, scapegoated, and distracted, say Democrats in response
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:28:54 GMT
The rebuttal - first delivered in 1966 - is often given by rising stars in the opposition party.
