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Norris, Verstappen, Russell - and will it be any good? Key F1 storylines

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 12:55
The new rules, Lando Norris' title defence, the George Russell-Max Verstappen dynamic and Aston Martin's unfolding nightmare set up an intriguing F1 season.

Timelapse shows change in the flow of ships in the Strait of Hormuz

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 12:38
A timelapse of marine traffic shows the flow of ships has decreased in the Strait of Hormuz.

Rachel Zegler nominated for Olivier after balcony performance of Evita

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 12:30
The US actress made headlines last year for leaving the stage each night to perform to passers-by.

BBC suggests licence fee could be cut if more people pay

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 12:05
Five of the BBC's 14-strong board, including the chairman, are currently appointed by the government.

BBC suggests licence fee could be cut if more people pay

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 12:05
Five of the BBC's 14-strong board, including the chairman, are currently appointed by the government.

Dogs arrive for Crufts 2026 - in pictures

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 12:05
The world's most famous dog show gets underway in Birmingham.

I drove four hours to go to a 6am coffee rave

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 12:04
Ravers enjoy a walk and then dance music with their morning coffee before going to work.

MP's husband and two men bailed after arrests over alleged China spying

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 11:54
One of those arrested is the husband of Scottish Labour MP Joani Reid.

MP's husband and two men bailed after arrests over alleged China spying

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 11:54
One of those arrested is the husband of Scottish Labour MP Joani Reid.

Osula stunner sinks Man Utd - 12 years after winning skills contest

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 11:54
William Osula won a Manchester United skills contest at the age of 11. More than a decade later, he scored Newcastle's winner against United.

Trying to get social care can be 'horrendous', Baroness Casey tells BBC

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 11:24
The chair of the independent commission on adult social care also says the care system relies on the exploitation of its workforce.

Trying to get social care can be 'horrendous', Baroness Casey tells BBC

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 11:24
The chair of the independent commission on adult social care also says the care system relies on the exploitation of its workforce.

Championship play-offs expanded from four to six teams next season

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 11:05
EFL clubs approve plans to expand the Championship play-offs from four to six teams for the 2026-27 season onwards.

Championship play-offs expanded from four to six teams next season

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 11:05
EFL clubs approve plans to expand the Championship play-offs from four to six teams for the 2026-27 season onwards.

South East Water faces £22m fine after customers left unable to shower and flush toilets

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 11:00
The firm was unable to cope during high demand, Ofwat says, leading to "immense stress" for customers.

Romantasy author Sarah J Maas announces two new novels in bestselling series

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 10:44
The writer, who has sold 75 million books so far, says her next two are released in October and January.

Romantasy author Sarah J Maas announces two new novels in bestselling series

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 10:44
The writer, who has sold 75 million books so far, says her next two are released in October and January.

Not enough done by police to protect women since Sarah Everard murder, Baroness Casey says

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 10:17
The Chair of the Independent Commission on Adult Social Care, says some progress has been made but more must be done.

'How many more children must die?' - Mum's call for UK-first school bus law

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 10:00
Stella McGinn's daughter Caitlin-Rose died a year ago after getting hit by a car when exiting a bus.

'Born to play at this level' - Care on rising England U20s star Friday

Thu, 03/05/2026 - 09:00
England Under-20 star Lucas Friday on his anterior cruciate ligament recovery and learning off Harlequins scrum-half Danny Care.

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