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The US says both the PLO and the Palestinian Administration continue to support "terrorism".
31-07-2025 19:32
Majd, 15, was almost killed by an Israeli tank shell last February. He has finally arrived in the UK for reconstructive surgery.
31-07-2025 18:07
It is believed to be longest that an embryo has been frozen before resulting in a successful live birth.
31-07-2025 13:13
A new "supersized" species of stick insect that is roughly as heavy as a golf ball has been discovered in Australia.
31-07-2025 10:58
The proposal includes a ban on alcohol sales in supermarkets, restaurants and on public transport.
31-07-2025 09:33
A boy and his mother are among the dead and Kyiv says it has seen the biggest number of child casualties of the war.
31-07-2025 07:30
Israel says it is examining the incident, but is "unaware" of casualties from Israeli gunfire.
31-07-2025 05:20
As Canada joins France and the UK with plans to recognise a Palestinian state, the US stands firmly with Israel - but does Trump have a long-term plan for Gaza's future?
31-07-2025 01:44
Mark Carney says the move depends on Palestinian democratic reforms and elections without Hamas.
30-07-2025 23:10
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel meets certain conditions.
30-07-2025 18:12
Famine has been declared in areas of Darfur, an region particularly hard hit by the ongoing civil war.
30-07-2025 16:36
A tearful Sharon Osbourne accompanies Ozzy's coffin through Birmingham, watched by a large crowd.
30-07-2025 14:49
They are barred from areas like mobile money transfers, tour guiding, small-scale mining and curio shops.
30-07-2025 14:22
Two-time Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier dies aged 31 after a mountaineering accident in Pakistan.
30-07-2025 13:56
Nasa-Isro joint mission Nisar will record the minutest of changes in the land, sea or ice sheets.
30-07-2025 12:42
"People are fed up, hunger is rife," activists tell the BBC as thousands join protests in Luanda.
30-07-2025 11:47
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Ofcom said on Friday that more than 6,000 porn sites would begin verifying users, but it believes some are ignoring the new rules.
31-07-2025 12:29
The Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp-owner is pumping billions of dollars into artificial intelligence projects.
31-07-2025 01:03
The UAE and Saudi Arabia are partnering with the US to position themselves as AI hubs.
30-07-2025 23:14
Huda Kattan is accused of "using her massive platform to spread vile antisemitic conspiracy theories".
30-07-2025 16:16
It comes after a hack which exposed thousands of members' images, posts and comments.
30-07-2025 10:01
The Australian government says the world-first ban is aimed at protecting youth from online harm.
30-07-2025 01:24
Minister Peter Kyle claims that by opposing online safety laws the Reform UK leader is siding with sex offenders.
29-07-2025 11:28
UK mobile network operators are already required to ensure only adults can access adult content while using their network.
29-07-2025 10:57
Some packaging firms say aluminium could be used more widely in packaging, but cost may hold it back
28-07-2025 23:04
The new tool marks a significant change for the search giant but raises questions for advertisers.
28-07-2025 23:01
Experts say free versions of such apps or services may carry potential security and privacy risks.
28-07-2025 14:25
Experts say free versions of such apps or services may carry potential security and privacy risks.
28-07-2025 11:55
The mobile phone service provider says it carried out work overnight after customers reported problems.
26-07-2025 19:02
Despite the law some remain sceptical about the effectiveness of porn age checks.
25-07-2025 11:30
Big food firms are phasing out artificial colours, so tech firms are rushing to fill the gap.
24-07-2025 23:01
The government says "EE and BT digital voice calls to 999 have now been restored."
24-07-2025 20:40
ScienceJump to World news, Hi-Tech, Health
A Chinese-led research team captures pictures of life at depths of more than 9km in the northwest Pacific Ocean.
31-07-2025 00:02
The woman, aged about 50, was buried in a Siberian ice cave and discovered millenia later.
30-07-2025 23:36
Prof Michele Dougherty is the first woman to be appointed to the influential post.
29-07-2025 23:05
Flights are getting bumpier, thanks in part to climate change. But new studies are looking into innovative potential ways to turbulence-proof wings - using AI and owls
29-07-2025 23:00
Experts warn the move will severely curb the federal government's ability to combat climate change.
29-07-2025 18:42
The government increases the maximum price it will guarantee wind farm developers for electricity.
24-07-2025 16:34
Testing programmes affected include those monitoring the impact of drought.
24-07-2025 03:12
The decision from the world's highest court has been welcomed by developing nations at most risk from climate change.
23-07-2025 17:33
A new system fills in missing words from ancient inscriptions carved on monuments and everyday objects.
23-07-2025 15:01
Terror birds could be taller than a human and had powerful legs and hooked, flesh-ripping beaks.
23-07-2025 03:17
Households will pay ?1 a month towards the construction of the UK's second new nuclear power plant.
22-07-2025 11:11
A major review of the water industry also suggests compulsory smart meters and scrapping the regulator Ofwat.
21-07-2025 15:37
The wide-ranging review was launched amid growing public concern about sewage spills and rising bills.
21-07-2025 10:07
Companies can release raw sewage during bad weather, but it poses risks to human health and wildlife.
20-07-2025 20:10
Environment Secretary Steve Reed says the government is preparing a "water revolution" and that the water sector is broken.
20-07-2025 10:16
The world's race to decarbonise has led to the rise of electric cars - and with it, soaring demand for lithium, which is required for the batteries
19-07-2025 23:05
HealthJump to World news, Hi-Tech, Science
Royal College of Nursing wants urgent talks on way NHS contract works, warning nurses feel undervalued.
31-07-2025 11:23
The comedian talks about some of the things she has struggled with as a new mother in her forties.
31-07-2025 10:56
But the health secretary says he will not negotiate on pay, adding that the union has lost goodwill with their five-day walkout.
30-07-2025 21:03
NRS Healthcare, which provides wheelchairs, hoists and other equipment, is expected to run out of cash by the end of the week, the BBC understands.
30-07-2025 16:07
But the health secretary says he will not negotiate on pay, adding that the union has lost goodwill with their five-day walkout.
30-07-2025 15:00
Parents should wash their children's hands with soap and warm water before food, say health officials.
30-07-2025 13:33
With doctors returning to work after five-day walkout, is there an opportunity for talks to re-start?
30-07-2025 06:02
The two-year project involves 70 patients recruited in north Staffordshire and Birminmgham.
30-07-2025 05:08
People with experience of compulsive buying say more NHS help is needed to tackle the issue.
30-07-2025 02:01
Tim Hull, who has a rare neurological condition, says his quality of life is "very, very low".
30-07-2025 01:13
The new group will run alongside an existing service which allows trans and non-binary people to take part
30-07-2025 00:34
With doctors returning to work after five-day walkout, is there an opportunity for talks to re-start?
29-07-2025 23:00
NHS England finds "significant'' concerns about services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
29-07-2025 13:10
The screening is part of the drive to fight superbugs that are resistant to common antibiotic drugs.
29-07-2025 10:38
An NHS spokesperson is thanking teams in the region for their hard work over the weekend.
29-07-2025 05:10
Mixed martial artist Sammy-Jo Luxton explains the difficulties of fighting with PCOS and endometriosis.
28-07-2025 16:17