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. Trump says US Navy will protect ships in Middle East 'if necessary'
[17 hours old]: The US President said he was taking steps to keep energy supplies flowing as oil and gas prices continued to surge.
. The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetables
[327 hours old]: During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.
. The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
[1262 hours old]: There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
. Why the railways often seem to be in such chaos over Christmas
[1744 hours old]: Parts of Britain’s rail network will close for engineering work over the festive period - but is that the right time to do it?
and in other news ...
* Video of US torpedo hitting Iranian warship released by Pentagon [1 hours old]: US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said the US military has sunk "an Iranian warship" in the Indian Ocean with a torpedo.
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Shifting stories and unanswered questions about Trump's war on Iran [2 hours old]: BBC's Analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at the mixed messaging given by President Donald Trump's administration for its actions in Iran.
* Satellite images show Iranian navy and nuclear sites hit by US-Israeli strikes [1 hours old]: US-Israeli strikes have destroyed at least 11 Iranian naval vessels, images reviewed by BBC Verify show.
* First government flight for UK nationals due to leave Middle East tonight [0 hours old]: Some British nationals are being invited to board the flight from the capital of Oman later on Wednesday.
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How has Iran responded and which countries has it attacked? [3 hours old]: Iran continues retaliatory strikes against Israel and across the Gulf, as US and Israeli attacks on Iran enter a fifth day.
* MP says she has seen nothing to suspect husband has broken law, after China spying arrests [1 hours old]: The Met Police suspect three men of assisting Chinese intelligence services in the UK.
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Starmer defends Iran response as Badenoch calls for more action [1 hours old]: It comes after Trump criticised the PM for refusing to allow the use of UK bases in the initial US-Israel strikes.
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Man on trial for rape that saw Andrew Malkinson wrongfully jailed [1 hours old]: Paul Quinn denies raping a woman in a case that led to one of the "very worst" miscarriages of justice.
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Ant and Dec win court order to trace 'secret profits' from Banksy deals [3 hours old]: A court heard that an art consultant working for the TV hosts took "secret and unauthorised profits".
* Al Fayed abuse should be investigated as human trafficking, says former senior Met officer [0 hours old]: Investigation into claims of sex abuse by the late Harrods owner should include trafficking, says former head of Met's Anti-Trafficking Unit.
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Brewdog founder admits 'many mistakes' as hundreds lose jobs in sale [3 hours old]: James Watt apologises to staff and investors after hundreds of jobs were lost with the sale of the brewer and pub chain.
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David and Victoria Beckham wish Brooklyn happy birthday despite feud [3 hours old]: "I love you so much," Victoria says, two months after her son posted about the family breakdown.
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Pregnant women's brains shed grey matter to prime them for motherhood, study suggests [9 hours old]: It is time to move beyond the “baby brain” cliche, say scientists who scanned dozens of women’s brains.
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My son lived in squalor with his dying mother - the system failed him [9 hours old]: Leo came to Scotland for a better life but ended up living in squalor in a house surrounded by empty bottles and takeaway containers.
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Harry Styles album review: The funkiest existential crisis in pop [10 hours old]: The star's fourth album finds him in limbo, second-guessing both his relationships and his career.
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Key takeaways from Texas primaries, as Talarico beats Crockett in Democratic race [3 hours old]: Contests in the southern state are signalling which way the Republicans and Democrats are heading.
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In maps: Five days of strikes across the Middle East [4 hours old]: Israel has continued strikes across Iran and Lebanon as Donald Trump warns action could continue for weeks
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UK stock market calms but oil prices rise over fears Iran war may drag on [2 hours old]: European markets are trading a little higher but gas and crude prices remain volatile.
* Israel tells people in large parts of southern Lebanon to leave ahead of attacks [1 hours old]: Civilians are being displaced, taking shelter in tents, parks and cars, as Israel retaliates to Hezbollah rocket attack.
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'No to war': Pedro Sánchez hits back as Trump threatens full trade embargo on Spain [3 hours old]: Spain's prime minister delivers a strong rebuttal to US President Donald Trump's threat to end trade with his country.
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Watch: Footage from across Iran shows scale of strikes [4 hours old]: Footage verified by the BBC and news agencies shows large explosions in Iran following US and Israel strikes.
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Runners to be given prize money after being led off course [5 hours old]: Three athletes who were led off course when leading the US half marathon championship will receive compensation after ultimately finishing well outside the top three.
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Three men connected to Police Federation arrested on suspicion of fraud [3 hours old]: The City of London Police's corruption unit says it has carried out a "significant investigation" into alleged fraud.
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Video game Highguard axed weeks after release [2 hours old]: It comes after the free-to-play game was given top billing at The Game Awards in December.
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Nigerian doctors suspended over death of author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's son [1 hours old]: The author's 21-month-old son died in January after complications during medical procedures at a private hospital in Lagos.
* Maguire given reduced 15-month suspended sentence [1 hours old]: Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has his suspended sentence reduced to 15 months at a retrial following an incident in Greece in 2020.
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Man who killed woman's whole family freed early and deported [9 hours old]: Summer Mace says the speeding driver who killed three of her relatives should have stayed in prison.
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'I fiddled the meter for a mate and the shop burnt down' [9 hours old]: A BBC investigation speaks to electricians and families setting up illegal meter bypasses to steal power.
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Donald named Europe captain for third time [2 hours old]: Luke Donald will attempt to become the first captain to win three Ryder Cups in a row after his third term as European skipper is confirmed for next year.
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Fletcher banned for six games for homophobic slur [3 hours old]: Manchester United midfielder Jack Fletcher apologises for using a homophobic slur that has led to him receiving a six-match ban.
* 'Drive to Survive got me into F1 - now I work at Williams' [1 hours old]: Williams wind tunnel systems engineer Christina Sullivan tells BBC Sport about her unlikely route in to F1.
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Liverpool top-five failure 'could cost £120m' [3 hours old]: Failure to qualify for the Champions League would have financial implications for Liverpool. How much would it impact them?
* Will petrol and diesel prices go up now? [0 hours old]: If oil prices remain high for some time, the knock-on effects could affect the costs of fuel and food
* Higher tariffs likely this week, says US Treasury [0 hours old]: Scott Bessent says that "likely sometime this week" the US will increase its global tariff on imports from the existing 10%.
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Are UK interest rates still expected to fall soon? [2 hours old]: The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
and in other older news ...
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Use our tax calculator to see how Spring Statement forecasts may affect you [16 hours old]: Wages are forecast to go up over the next five years but you could pay more tax because of frozen thresholds.
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BBC News app [7394 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests
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Trump 'Not Happy' With Starmer Over Iran [20 hours old]: Trump criticises Starmer saying “This is not Winston Churchill we’re dealing with”.
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Global News Podcast: Trump warns of more US deaths in Iran war [58 hours old]: Iran's retaliatory strikes have killed three US service members
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Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves star in this action thriller [158 hours old]: An undercover cop pursuing a gang of bank robbers is seduced by the LA surf scene.
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What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed? [21 hours old]: We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.
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What Spring Statement forecasts could mean for your money [24 hours old]: Among the data and projections are key figures that shine a light on prospects for your finances.
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No new tax rises in Spring Statement, but don't be fooled - tax bills are still rising [24 hours old]: There are measures, announced ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement, yet to take effect.
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Trump threatens to halt trade with Spain over military base access [18 hours old]: Trump lashed out after Spain barred the US from using its military bases to carry out strikes on Iran.
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Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble on fears conflict could escalate [18 hours old]: Markets react as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies and concerns grow over how long it will last.
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'I make between £800 and £2,000 a month on zero-hours contracts. There's no consistency' [26 hours old]: People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances as the chancellor delivers her Spring Statement.
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OpenAI changes deal with US military after backlash [20 hours old]: Chief Executive Sam Altman said the group would prohibit the use of its systems to spy on Americans.
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Reeves says her plan is working as growth forecast cut for this year [23 hours old]: The forecasts were made before the conflict in the Middle East broke out which could have a "very significant" impact, the OBR said.
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Amazon says drones damaged three facilities in UAE and Bahrain [36 hours old]: The incidents highlight the vulnerability of key technology infrastructure during military conflicts.
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Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as US firm buys Brewdog in £33m deal [45 hours old]: Beverage and cannabis company Tilray acquires the brewery, the brand and 11 bars after Brewdog went into administration.
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Limited flights leave UAE but disruption continues amid Iran strikes [42 hours old]: The majority of flights to key Middle Eastern hubs have been cancelled for Monday as the conflict continues.
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UK launches consultation asking for views on under-16s social media ban [65 hours old]: Discussions over what measures to implement to protect children's wellbeing will last for three months.
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Rent tops £1,000 a month in more areas - find out where [111 hours old]: The cost of renting privately has surged in the last five years, but tenants may now see a slowdown.
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Spring Statement 2026: Key points at a glance [25 hours old]: Chancellor Rachel Reeves updates MPs on her plans for the economy, as the latest forecasts are unveiled.
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A firm hiring blind staff went bust - but its mission lives on [78 hours old]: The business had been running for over 150 years before it collapsed, so one former employee took matters into her own hands.
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Could a huge data centre revitalise Ayrshire - or ruin it? [78 hours old]: Controversial proposals to turn land near HMP Kilmarnock into a technology hub are being advanced by energy company ILI Group.
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Oil and gas prices jump as conflict escalates [42 hours old]: Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.
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The third man who links Andrew with Jeffrey Epstein [106 hours old]: For nearly a decade, David Stern acted as a key conduit between Jeffrey Epstein and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
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Trump orders government to stop using Anthropic in battle over AI use [108 hours old]: The move announced on social media comes after a standoff between Anthropic's boss and the US Department of Defense.
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What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news [114 hours old]: If Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.
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Brewdog expected to announce sale early next week [118 hours old]: Staff are told Brewdog's German arm is not included in the sale and will now be liquidated but bars will trade as normal this weekend.
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Know when to fold them: the tech inspired by origami [34 hours old]: Origami techniques can add strength to structures without adding bulk.
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Deepfake attack: 'Many people could have been cheated' [57 hours old]: The boss of the Bombay Stock Exchange was recently targeted in what is a growing global problem.
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Why you can't get a signal at festivals and sports matches [136 hours old]: Connecting up music and sports events to the internet is a massive undertaking.
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The family-owned soda firm that still uses returnable glass bottles [160 hours old]: Soft drinks company Twig's Beverage has a loyal following for its old-fashioned approach.
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Orbital space race heats up in Arctic north [208 hours old]: Europe lags far behind the US and China in orbital space launches, but new facilities are opening up.
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Are you cut out for living and working in Antarctica? [232 hours old]: Jobs are available on the icy continent for chefs, plumbers, carpenters and even hairdressers.
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How do you modernise mango farming? [304 hours old]: India's mango farmers are being urged to innovate as climate change makes cultivation "unpredictable".
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Reddit's human content wins amid the AI flood [376 hours old]: Reddit says its human contributors are valued amid an internet awash with AI-generated content.
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Trump eyes Venezuela visit – but obstacles to his oil plan remain [390 hours old]: The US president wants American energy firms to start extracting the crude but they are reluctant.
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Get a grip: Robotics firms struggle to develop hands [472 hours old]: Developing a durable and affordable hand is one of the biggest challenges in robotics.
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Who is billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and how did he make his money? [481 hours old]: The industrialist and Manchester United co-owner has apologised over comments he made about immigration.
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The US economy is growing - so where are all the jobs? [472 hours old]: As hiring rates and job openings drop, some worry a tough job market could be here to stay.
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The Dutch love four-day working weeks, but are they sustainable? [496 hours old]: The Netherlands has the lowest working hours in Europe, but some say it is harming its economy.
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Why food fraud persists, even with improving tech [544 hours old]: Even with sophisticated technology it is still difficult to detect fake foods.
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Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour? [2280 hours old]: Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.
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Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful? [2392 hours old]: Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
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The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis [2480 hours old]: Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?
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Wales' richest man says Britain is 'uncomfortable place' for Jews [32 hours old]: The billionaire says "anti-semitism is always in the air" with parallels to the persecution his ancestors faced.
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Edible Economics by Ha-Joon Chang (Omnibus) [103 hours old]: Professor Ha-Joon Chang, “a hungry economist” explores why economics matters.
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Why you should consider fixing your energy tariff now [124 hours old]: Martin Lewis explains what the upcoming change to the energy price cap means for your bills.
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'Is this all bad debt or good debt?' [141 hours old]: Karen has not only left the family in emotional turmoil but also in serious debt.
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Martin Lewis on what the new energy price cap means [171 hours old]: Typical household energy bills will fall by 7% in April, regulator Ofgem has announced, following a shake-up in charges by the government.