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Andrew and Epstein asked exotic dancer for 'sex acts,' legal letter claims

Lawyers for the unnamed woman claim she was 'treated like a prostitute' at Jeffrey Epstein's home.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 12:56    View Full Story...

Severe rail disruption continues after derailment

Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express rail routes are severely disrupted after a derailment.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 15:56    View Full Story...

I needed to face Letby in court, says victim's mum

The mother of one of the babies murdered by Lucy Letby breaks her silence in a Netflix documentary.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 06:21    View Full Story...

Three quarters will survive cancer by 2035, government promises

There are plans for earlier diagnosis and faster treatment in England but experts worry about lack of staff.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 10:42    View Full Story...

Mahmood defends immigration reforms amid Labour opposition

Around 40 Labour MPs have raised concerns about the impact of the government's proposals.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 16:10    View Full Story...

Further arrests made after baby killed in XL bully dog attack

A man and woman, both from Chepstow, were arrested on suspicion of subverting the course of justice.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 16:05    View Full Story...

Beach huts worth £250k get buried in sand

Harsh winter storms leave the owners needing more than a bucket and spade to dig them out.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 13:38    View Full Story...

'I've never hit anything so hard': What it's like to be attacked by a shark

Peter Smith and his wife were on holiday in the Caribbean when a beautiful swim suddenly changed.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 05:58    View Full Story...

Court system on 'brink of collapse', former senior judge warns

An independent review made 130 recommendations - including creating a new criminal justice adviser to the PM - to improve the efficiency of the system.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 04:28    View Full Story...

Alleged bullying, harassment and toxic culture at hospital revealed in leaked report

A leaked review uncovers "bullying and harassment" and "violent behaviour" at Wales' largest hospital.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 05:57    View Full Story...

Government pledges 10,000 new foster care places in England

Rule changes aim to create thousands of new foster places and help full-time workers.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 00:34    View Full Story...

Investigator 'did unlawful stuff' regarding Harry, court hears

In written evidence, Dan Portley-Hanks said the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday were his "best client and biggest payer".
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 01:51    View Full Story...

Police told to reinvestigate man's death after suspected blackmail on Grindr

A new report says police missed opportunities to gather evidence and took too long to deal with complaints.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 00:36    View Full Story...

Ban on phones in schools backed by House of Lords

The move comes just weeks after peers supported legislation to ban under-16s in the UK from social media.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 03:15    View Full Story...

'I've never taken drugs or drunk alcohol,' says Polanski

The Green Party leader reiterates his backing for "legalising and regulating" drugs.
BBC News - Published Sun Feb 1 2026 14:12    View Full Story...

Could weight-loss jabs be behind rising gallbladder removals?

Last year, there was a 15% annual increase in the operations and surgeons want more research.
BBC News - Published Fri Jan 30 2026 00:03    View Full Story...

'I get nightmares': Child tells BBC of botched surgery by disgraced GOSH surgeon

12-year-old Vivaan Sharma was one of 94 patients harmed by surgeon Yaser Jabbar
BBC News - Published Fri Jan 30 2026 09:05    View Full Story...

He calls me sweetheart and winks at me - but he's not my boyfriend, he's AI

George is an avatar on my mobile but claims to know what makes me tick.
BBC News - Published Fri Jan 30 2026 11:39    View Full Story...

Inside Reform: Laura Kuenssberg follows Farage's party as it experiences the glare of scrutiny

The BBC has spent time interviewing senior figures and witnessing Reform's work at the largest council it runs.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 05:58    View Full Story...

Chris Mason: Mandelson revelations a scandal on another level

Sir Keir Starmer's decision to send Lord Mandelson to Washington a year ago gives this row political salience, the BBC's political editor writes.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 02:14    View Full Story...

Woman's narrow escape from serial killer Steve Wright

Steve Wright's attempted kidnap victim arms herself with a stick and hides from him during a close encounter.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 06:11    View Full Story...

How we decluttered our home and you can too

Four people who have successfully reduced the amount of stuff they have explain how they did it.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 00:40    View Full Story...

Murder arrest after student stabbed near campus

An 18-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of murder and currently in police custody.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 16:46    View Full Story...

Police officer names published on courts website

The officers who are named are taking legal action against the PSNI in relation to a major data breach in 2023.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 14:35    View Full Story...

MSP behind assisted dying bill backs change to eligibility rules

The proposals would restrict assisted dying in Scotland to people with six months or less left to live.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 14:42    View Full Story...

Further arrests made after baby killed in XL bully dog attack

A man and woman, both from Chepstow, were arrested on suspicion of subverting the course of justice.
BBC News - Published Wed Feb 4 2026 16:05    View Full Story...

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