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The government dropping the digital ID scheme's mandatory element is another climbdown for Downing Street, writes the BBC's political editor. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c14regjvk6no?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-14 01:11:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Oscar Murphy has an aggressive form of the blood cancer and is the first to get CAR-T therapy in the UK. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62r56zzzq4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-14 00:12:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

A US-based rights group says it has confirmed the killing of 1,850 protesters during a crackdown by authorities, as the US president urges Iranians to keep demonstrating. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr57vmznmd9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-13 21:16:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

About 23,000 properties are still facing supply issues in Kent and Sussex, South East Water says. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c150nxlwnqzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-13 18:53:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Membership of the Freemasons or similar organisations became declarable in December. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1m7zln0x3eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-13 16:54:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Previous plans for a high-speed rail line between the cities were scrapped by Rishi Sunak's government. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c75xrwlw5n2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-13 14:21:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Eleven central banks have backed Jerome Powell after the US launched a criminal investigation into the US Fed. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c041dp0z95yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-13 11:51:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The world's biggest boy band are due to reveal their 2026 tour dates - why is it causing so much excitement? Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c17zdwvp198o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-13 09:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

As Iran's deadly crackdown on anti-government protests continue, the US president is considering how best to respond. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj6wr4kew08o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-13 05:04:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Some 180 writers, including former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, have withdrawn from the event. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgm4jkwz2z8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-13 04:10:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

A mix of stories on Tuesday's front pages, including soaring ADHD care costs and the Golden Globes. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgnvqqk9p9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-13 01:23:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen wins five frames in a row as he comes from behind to defeat Wales' Mark Williams on day two of the 2026 Masters. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/sport/snooker/articles/ce3e9gelewqo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-12 21:55:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Five-time major champion Brooks Koepka will make his comeback on the PGA Tour in January under a new returning member programme, following his departure from LIV Golf. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/sport/golf/articles/ce9yvp50ve8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-12 20:37:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The technology secretary said it would be illegal for companies to supply the tools designed to make them. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq845glnvl1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-12 18:11:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The former MP says the UK needs "glorious revolution", as the Conservatives describe Reform as a "party of has-been politicians". Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0lxn75gw1do?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-12 15:35:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Jacques Moretti is being held as a potential flight risk, Swiss media reports say. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1klvp4v8vjo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-12 12:56:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Two days on from Macclesfield's stunning FA Cup third-round win over Crystal Palace, the heroics are still sinking in for manager John Rooney. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c3wzd5l53wvo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-12 10:24:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

South East Water says 14 postcodes are affected, and Kent County Council declares a major incident. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1klvz7le29o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-12 07:46:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Sexualised images of real people generated by Grok have circulated on X in recent weeks. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg7y10xm4x2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-12 05:21:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Powell called the probe "unprecedented" and came after his refusal to lower interest rates after demands by Donald Trump. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c801k7rkkd7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-12 02:36:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The Golden Globes, one of Hollywood's leading awards ceremonies, is taking place in Los Angeles. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy59ekq0dq3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-12 00:34:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Existing law could be used to approve the use of military force to stop sanction-busting ships operated by Russia and Iran. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy8pn7jgy3no?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-11 22:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Medics at two hospitals tell the BBC more than 100 bodies have been brought in over a two day period. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2jek15m8no?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-11 19:13:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Reigning Masters champion Shaun Murphy is eliminated on day one of the 2026 event, losing 6-2 to China's Wu Yize in the first round. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/sport/snooker/articles/c93vy5j73vxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-11 16:46:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Three "wolf-dogs" found roaming the streets of Preston were first thought to be German Shepherds. Source link : https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93vngqg97ko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Author : Publish date : 2026-01-11 13:55:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.