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Israel identifies bodies of two hostages returned by Hamas

Israel's military says the bodies of two hostages returned by Hamas on Tuesday have been identified as Aryeh Zalmanovich and Master Sergeant Tamir Adar.Mr...

Hospital neglect contributed to vulnerable woman’s death, coroner says

Alison HoltSocial affairs editor andJames MelleySenior social affairs producerFamily handout"I knew it was bad," Cerys's mother Rebecca told the BBC, "but listening to the...

Sanae Takaichi makes history as Japan’s first female prime minister

Shaimaa KhalilJapan correspondent andYvette TanSingaporeAt the age of 64, Takaichi is no stranger to Japanese politics. A known ally of Abe, she has held...

Prince Andrew dropping title is victory for Virginia Giuffre, co-author says

Getty ImagesVirginia Giuffre would have viewed Prince Andrew giving up his titles "as a victory", the ghostwriter of her posthumous memoir told BBC Newsnight.The...

Reform UK suspends four Kent councillors after video leak

Councillor Kemkaran was heard in the clip shouting at councillor Thomas during an exchange on local government reorganisation.Kent's 14 councils are set to abolish...

Chancellor blames Brexit deal for long-term damage to economy

Rachel Reeves chose to stress the long-term damage done to the UK economy by the 2020 Brexit deal, in her remarks at a key...

Women’s World Cup 2025: England advance to semis with most important win of Charlotte Edwards era

England did not need to win this game to reach the semis - they play Australia next on Wednesday, who look close to unbeatable,...

US says Hamas is planning ‘imminent’ attack on civilians

Frank GardnerBBC Security Correspondent, Jerusalem andYang TianGetty ImagesThe US says it has "credible reports" that Hamas is planning an "imminent" attack on civilians in...