George Bush Senior dies at the age of 94

Former US President George HW Bush has died at the age of 94, his son George W Bush has announced.

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G20 Argentina: Saudi prince's international standing revealed

Meeting world leaders at the G20 summit was a test for Mohammed bin Salman to see who would snub him.

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Climate change: How slag can remove CO2 from the air

Scientists in Wales are looking at how slag heaps can be used to remove CO2 from the air in the fight against climate change.

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Animal welfare: Is it safe for cats to be vegan?

After the RSPCA warned owners of cats on vegan diets they could be prosecuted, the BBC looks at the debate.

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Why I wanted photographs of my husband’s funeral

How having pictures of a funeral can help the bereaved remember their loved ones.

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All systems go as Russia's Soyuz aims to erase space failures

The latest Soyuz mission comes two months after the last manned capsule was sent hurtling back to Earth.

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Nation's botanical treasure troves 'under huge threat'

The UK's herbaria are great scientific collections that must be safeguarded for the future, say scientists.

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Is the shopping centre ready to check out?

They were once visions of the future, but are shopping centres now past their sell-by date?

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France fuel protests: Who are the people in the yellow vests?

Protesters explain why they're so unhappy about President Macron's controversial fuel tax.

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Mexico's drug war: Has the tide been turned?

Mexico's new president is promising to renew efforts to tackle the country's drug cartels.

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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt reach custody agreement

The agreement ends a bitter row between the former couple over the custody of their six children.

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Want to shop online? Best have a mobile signal

Banks are introducing passwords sent to your mobile phone, a problem if you don't have coverage.

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Michelle Obama's memoir Becoming breaks sales record in 15 days

Michelle Obama's memoir sells more than two million copies in the US and Canada within two weeks.

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'I got paid less than my colleagues for doing the same work'

Resolution Foundation finds agency workers are paid £400 a year less than directly employed colleagues

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Space Odyssey helps launch first 8K TV channel

The classic film will be broadcast in super-high definition 8K on a new TV channel in Japan.

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The Papers: Another minister quits over Brexit deal

Saturday's papers start with a science minister resigning over Theresa May's withdrawal agreement.

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Microsoft beats Apple for biggest market value

Microsoft has reclaimed the title of world's most valuable company, overtaking Apple.

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UK plans sat-nav system to rival EU's Galileo

Britain will no longer seek access to the EU's answer to GPS for defence, after a row with Brussels.

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Owl phobia woman wins damages from religious doctor

Sally Brayshaw was left terrified of the birds after her GP religiously groomed her, a judge rules.

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Four-year-old girl saves mum's life by calling 999

Charlene Wright was having multiple seizures when Kaitlyn rang an ambulance for help.

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Alaska gets tsunami warning after powerful earthquake hits

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake causes people to run from buildings and prompts a tsunami alert for coastal areas.

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Air pollution: Madrid imposes tough measures on motorists

Driving restrictions introduced in the Spanish capital aim to reduce air pollution by up to 40%.

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Drag queen head teacher backed by school

Andrew Livingstone is the head of a school in Norfolk but also performs as Miss Tish Ewe.

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UK government in Google bidding war with Brexit deal opponents

Opponents of Theresa May's Brexit deal are trying to outbid the government for the top search spot.

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26-30 railcard: 'I'll be £450 worse off because of delay'

The launch of the new 26-30 railcard has been delayed slightly, meaning some millennials will miss out.

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I'm A Celebrity: Noel Edmonds claims he drives in bus lanes

The I'm A Celeb star says he drives in bus lanes - but his local council says he's not allowed to.

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Nanny fundraiser cancer mum leaves 'trove' of memories

Lisa Foster, who raised money for a nanny, recorded dozens of videos for her three children.

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India PM's G20 arrival 'announced with Apu meme'

An Argentine channel used The Simpsons' character to depict the Indian PM as he arrived at the G20.

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Empty houses: MOD homes standing empty across UK

More than 11,000 MOD homes across the UK are empty, costing the taxpayer more than £25m a year in rent and maintenance.

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Neighbours' Jim Robinson to make Christmas comeback

Actor Alan Dale will make a special appearance as Jim Robinson, 25 years on from leaving the show.

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Reality Check: Where does your train fare go?

Passengers spend £10bn a year but the industry says most of that goes back into the network.

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Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: The effect on children

Campaigners are calling for more research into how many children may be affected by Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

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Putin and Saudi crown prince high five

The Russian president was due to discuss the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi with Mohammed bin Salman.

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New Zealand stranded whales: Why are so many washing up on beaches?

Experts say climate change could be among the reasons whales are becoming stranded in New Zealand.

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Woman slapped as purse stolen in street robbery

The victim, in her early 40s, was slapped several times during the attack in Newham, east London.

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Colindale allotment murder: Man jailed for murdering grandmother

Rahim Mohammadi murdered Lea Adri-Soejoko with a lawnmower cord to "stop her complaining".

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Excess winter deaths highest since 1970s, says ONS

The ineffectiveness of the flu vaccine in older people and cold weather were likely factors in 2017-18.

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Trump defends Russia business links after ex-lawyer admits lying

The US president's dealings were thrown into focus after his ex-lawyer admitted lying to Congress.

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The teacher who doesn't want Christmas presents

Kate McLaughlin says she wants to teach her pupils a lesson about "the spirit of giving and kindness".

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Girl, 4, saves mum with 999 ambulance call

Kaitlyn Wright showed "wisdom beyond her years" talking to the call handler when her mum fell ill.

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Son transforms dad's brain-op stitches into Bond villain look

When brain surgery left Ed with a huge scar, his son decided to get creative with his camera.

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Emery: The football obsessive who 'makes you or breaks you'

Arsenal, undefeated in 18 matches, are being led boldly into their next era by Unai Emery. But just who is the Spanish manager?

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Police face down mob of 100 teenagers

About 100 youths surrounded officers and launched bricks and fireworks at them in Stanley, County Durham.

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UK shakes up Eurovision entry selection process

Fans will be given the choice of three songs - each performed by two different acts.

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How to save money on train fares

Seven ways to save some money on your train travel.

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World Aids Day: Reaction ‘humbling’ says HIV positive MP

Labour MP who told the Commons his HIV status says the reaction has been “very positive”

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Marriott hack hits 500 million guests

Marriott says details of up to 500 million guests may have been accessed in breach of its reservation database

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Stanley town centre mob of youths attacks officers

The bodycam footage shows officers in County Durham ordering the youths to "move back".

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Madagascar women jailed for crimes male relatives are accused of

Women in Madagascar are being put in prison for months - or even years - for crimes their male relatives are accused of.

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Norwich mum Louise Harvey died days after breast surgery

Louise Harvey developed a blood clot after the cosmetic enlargement procedure.

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Walsall chicken shop customer left with kidney failure

Muhammed Khan admitted safety failings after eight people suffered food poisoning from his takeaway.

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Snow leopard shot dead at Dudley Zoo after escaping area

Dudley Zoo said the door to Margaash's enclosure had been left open through "keeper error".

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Satellites warn African farmers of pest infestations

UK researchers develop an early warning system to prevent crops in Africa being devastated.

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Wisbech murder: Dzilva Butiene 'relied' on man that killed her

Dzilva Butiene spoke little English and was murdered by the man she "relied on".

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Ukraine bars Russian men from entering country

The measure is part of martial law imposed in 10 regions, amid fears of a Russian land invasion.

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Whale stranding: Another 50 pilot whales die off NZ

The mass stranding on Chatham Island means more than 200 whales have died off NZ in the past week.

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Ex-Autonomy boss Mike Lynch charged with fraud in the US

Founder of UK software giant is charged with fraud seven years after the firm's sale to Hewlett-Packard.

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Boy's letter to dad in heaven receives reply from Royal Mail

Royal Mail replied to the seven-year-old in West Lothian to say it had been delivered safely.

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Rail fares to rise by 3.1% in January

Rail passengers will have to pay an average of 3.1% more for train tickets in 2019.

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Russia-Ukraine crisis clouds G20 summit in Buenos Aires

Leaders gather in Argentina amid tension with Russia over Ukraine and a US trade row with China.

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News Daily: May sells Brexit at home and G20, and low-cal diabetes diet on NHS

Your morning briefing for 30 November 2018.

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Hunt as couple's car 'washes up' on beach

Susan and James Kenneavy's car was spotted on Drummore beach after a night of heavy rain and flooding.

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The tragedy that inspired a life-saving charity

Terrence Higgins's partner Dr Rupert Whitaker speaks to Witness about the man whose death was the first confirmed case of Aids in the UK

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Charlottesville driver Alex Fields Jr acted in anger, trial told

The trial opens of Alex Fields Jr, who drove a car into a crowd in Virginia in 2017, killing a woman.

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Smoking banned in Scottish prisons

It is estimated about 72% of Scottish prisoners smoke regularly but sales of tobacco ceased in last week.

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Climate change: Australian students skip school for mass protest

Thousands skip school to urge action on climate change, despite criticism from Australia's PM.

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How Disney's Wreck It Ralph is challenging Disney's stereotypes

Why Ralph Breaks The Internet is the Disney sequel that is not afraid of poking fun at a Disney stereotype.

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The French village that fears for its British community

Alet-les-Bains has benefited from a British influx and many there fear the aftermath of Brexit.

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EastEnders: Busting myths around sexual consent

EastEnders airs a special episode talking about the different opinions around sexual consent.

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'People find anything about the vagina hard to talk about'

An innovation surge and the lifting of health taboos is giving rise to an industry worth billions.

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'Hermione has taught me how to be angry'

The actress Noma Dumezweni, best known for playing Hermione Granger in the play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, says women need to learn how to be angry.

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Kit Harington: Focused on stage despite 'emotional' Thrones goodbye

The former Jon Snow is loving his return to the West End stage in a Sam Shepard tale of fraternal rivalry.

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Trump's trade war: Stakes are high at G20 summit

President Trump's threats of more tariffs against China dampen hopes of a breakthrough over trade at a meeting with Xi Jinping.

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Quiz of the Week: Where were two lost Morecambe and Wise tapes found?

It's the weekly news quiz - have you been paying attention to what's been going on in the world during the past seven days?

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'Miss Environment': The 11-year-old girl 'saving Lagos'

Misimi Isimi is an 11-year-old environmentalist on a mission to clean up Lagos.

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Type 2 diabetes: NHS to offer 800-calorie diet treatment

A diet of soups and shakes that can reverse type 2 diabetes is to be trialled by the NHS in England.

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Brexit: Liam Fox seeks to rally support for PM's deal

Critics have not faced up to the "tough choices" required to reach agreement, cabinet minister says.

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Merkel's plane makes unscheduled landing after technical hitch

The German chancellor will miss the start of the G20 in Argentina after her flight had to turn back.

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The Papers: NHS doctors and Tory MPs' festive threat

The front pages report an immigration rule change to fill health staff gaps and continue to look ahead to the Brexit deal vote.

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MeToo founder Tarana Burke: Campaign now 'unrecognisable'

Tarana Burke first used the phrase 12 years ago before it became a global movement last year.

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London's Metropolitan Police force considers armed foot patrols

The Metropolitan Police Commissioner says it would only be used in "extreme circumstances".

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Georgia woman jailed after cops mistake candy floss for meth

A Georgia woman was charged with meth trafficking after a police drug test went awry.

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Tea, cake and Brexit: What happened when Damon Albarn played a 200-capacity Geordie social club

Find out what happened when the Blur star performed for a tiny crowd in North Shields.

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Arsenal clinch top spot with win in Ukraine

Arsenal score three first-half goals to cruise past Vorskla Poltava in Kiev and secure top spot in Europa League Group E.

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Measles resurgence 'due to vaccine hesitancy', WHO warns

There were 110,000 measles related deaths last year, a worldwide report shows.

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Southwest Airlines apologises for mocking girl's name

Southwest Airlines has offered its "sincere apology" after staff mocked five-year-old Abcde Redford.

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Climate change: Can 12 billion tonnes of carbon be sucked from the air?

Is it remotely feasible to remove 12 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide from the air?

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Drunk Japan Airlines pilot jailed for 10 months

The pilot was nine times over the limit when he was arrested before he was due to fly from London.

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Syrian on 'sound and smell of freedom' after months in airport

Syrian Hassan al-Kontar had not been outside for nine months - but now has a new home in Canada.

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Carphone Warehouse faces Black Friday backlash

Problems with credit checks led some customers to be wrongly refused smartphone contracts.

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Brexit vote: Nine Tory tribes Theresa May needs to convince

Theresa May is trying to get her divided party to back her EU deal - here are nine factions she needs to convince.

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World Aids Day: Lloyd Russell-Moyle MP on HIV positive status

A Labour MP revealed he has been HIV positive for nearly 10 years, as the Commons debated World Aids Day.

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What are your rights on university initiation ceremonies

The dad of a student who died after a uni initiation is calling for expulsions, but what are the rules?

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Brexit Barometer: How are small businesses feeling?

5 Live is getting the views of people across the UK.

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Mother's legal fight to block sex abuser child access

Anne had a five-year legal fight to prevent social workers giving her ex-husband access to her children.

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Trump ex-lawyer 'to plead guilty'

Michael Cohen will reportedly admit misleading lawmakers about a Trump real estate project in Russia.

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G4S: Briton among six killed after Kabul compound attacked

Several people died and dozens were hurt when gunmen stormed the compound and a car bomb was detonated.

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Spalding shooting: 'Vital' to spot controlling behaviour, says review

Lance Hart, 57, killed his wife Claire, 50, and daughter Charlotte, 19, before killing himself.

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Hugh Jackman to tour with songs from The Greatest Showman

The Wolverine star will also perform songs from Les Miserables and other Broadway shows.

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Carl Sargeant told ministerial driver 'it's my fault'

Former communities minister Carl Sargeant was found dead just four days after being sacked.

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Heckling: How to deal with it during a comedy show

Comedian Ian Smith offers advice on how to handle a heckler during a gig.

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Teen jailed over friends' Basshunter MDMA deaths

Charlie Gregory's friends died after taking the MDMA he bought for £56 from the dark web.

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Man murdered widow, 80, in London allotment row

Lea Adri-Soejoko was strangled with a lawnmower flex in north London last year.

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Ukraine-Russia sea clash: Merkel rules out military solution

German leader urges "sensible dialogue" as Ukraine asks Nato to send ships after a clash with Russia.

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Woman's ovarian cyst 'weight of seven newborn babies'

When Keely Favell's was asked when her baby was due, she thought she was "just fat".

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Samuel Little: US serial killer 'admits 90 murders'

Samuel Little, 78, has shared information with the FBI about murdering women over several decades.

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'My mum's funeral costs were extortionate'

The UK's £2bn funeral sector now faces a major investigation by competition authorities as costs rise.

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BBC Brexit debate: Theresa May agrees to take part

But negotiations over the Labour party's involvement in the debate are still ongoing.

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Sammy Woodhouse: Rotherham rapist access petition hits 200,000 mark

Sammy Woodhouse is calling for rapists to be denied access to children conceived through their crimes.

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Like Ali v Frazier, how Magnus Carlsen kept his World Chess title after 50 hours and 12 draws

After fifty hours of tense play, world number one Magnus Carlsen beat world number two Fabiano Caruana in a tie-breaker event which contained 12 drawn games.

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UK migration steady as EU arrivals dip

A rise in immigration from Asia is filling the gap, as the number of EU citizens coming to the UK falls.

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Deutsche Bank headquarters raided over money laundering

Prosecutors raid Frankfurt headquarters of Germany's biggest bank in a money laundering investigation.

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Ed Farmer: Expel students who defy initiations ban, says dad

"Coercive" drinking rituals must end, says a man who's son died after an organised bar crawl in Newcastle.

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Theresa May: My focus is on getting Brexit deal passed

Theresa May urges MPs to ignore other options and focus on the "choice" they face on 11 December

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Rail delays after Manchester-Liverpool points failure

Services are being cancelled or delayed by up to 60 minutes across the North West.

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Why maternity leave can be harder and lonelier than you imagine

Maternity leave is often seen as an idyllic time but the reality is much harder, says BBC presenter Emma Barnett.

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News Daily: Brexit security warning and Ukraine asks Nato for help against Russia

Your morning briefing for 29 November 2018.

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Brexit: UK economy not ready for no deal, Mark Carney says

A transition period is needed to adapt to the departure from the EU, the Bank of England governor says.

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Estate agent 'demanding money to view properties'

Prospective tenants at one letting agency have been asked for money in order to view rental properties.

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Philippines drug war: Police found guilty of murdering Kian Delos Santos

Three police officers are jailed for the murder of a 17-year-old, a case that sparked public anger.

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Yemen war: US Senate advances measure to end support for Saudi forces

US Senators advance measures to end support for Saudi forces in Yemen, in a rebuke to President Trump.

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What happened when sextortion scammers targeted a BBC Trending reporter?

Investigating cyber criminals who use your password to threaten to expose you on social media

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Waterstones: Normal People by Sally Rooney named book of the year

Normal People, the Irish author's second novel, is named the year's best book by the UK chain.

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How long does it take to poo Lego out if a child eats it?

Parents naturally worry if their child swallows a small object but this experiment means they can relax a little.

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Serkis on Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle special effects

Andy Serkis has directed the new movie Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle using motion capture effects.

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The Romanian forest that's disappearing

Why one of Europe's last great beech forests is facing the chop.

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'Why I go to the Clutha pub where my partner died'

Mary Kavanagh was with her partner Robert on the night of the 2013 Clutha helicopter crash in Glasgow.

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Six charts on the immigrants who call the US home

The US is a country shaped by immigrants - but what do we know about those who live there now?

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'Dad's dementia broke me and I find him hard to love'

Hayley, 25, describes her dad as being a different person since he was diagnosed two years ago.

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The tiny German town fighting back against neo-Nazis

Ostritz has a few thousand residents, but has become a focal point for neo-Nazis. Now it's fighting back.

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Clare's Law: The women who risk their lives by refusing information

Many women are refusing information from police that could save their lives - why?

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Are free ports the future?

Can free ports spark a post-Brexit manufacturing boom? Jonty Bloom reports from Teesside, which plans to become the UK's first free port.

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Brexit: Security minister Ben Wallace warns of no-deal risk

The government says its deal maintains close UK-EU co-operation but Labour dismisses it as "flimsy".

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Shropshire baby deaths: Hospital trust 'has bullying culture'

Emergency and maternity services at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust are deemed unsafe by inspectors.

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Ukraine-Russia sea clash: Poroshenko urges Nato to send ships

The Ukrainian president urges Nato to send ships to the Sea of Azov after a clash with Russia.

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Unconditional offers used to 'get people through door'

A "disturbing" rise in the number of unconditional offers made by universities is revealed.

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Kellogg's gives in on government's 'traffic light' labels

The maker of Coco Pops and Corn Flakes will start to roll out new nutritional labelling in January.

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Au pairs in Australia 'exploited by families'

A majority of holidaymakers working as au pairs in Australia are being exploited, a study suggests.

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The Papers: Carney's Brexit economy warnings dominate

The front pages assess the official economic warnings of the impact of leaving the EU.

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G4S: Kabul compound attacked with bomb and gunfire

Ten die in an explosion and gunfire at one of the British security firm's bases in the Afghan capital.

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Huddersfield school refugee's sister 'also attacked'

A video of an alleged assault on the girl's brother at a Huddersfield school was widely shared.

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Tottenham 1-0 Inter Milan: Christian Eriksen scores late winner for home team

Tottenham can still qualify for the Champions League knockout stages after a late Christian Eriksen winner against Inter Milan.

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Spice Girls' Mel B on 'abusive' relationships and her green tank top

Spice Girls member Mel B spoke to Women's Hour about her new book Brutally Honest.

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Lion Air JT610 crash: What the preliminary report tells us

A preliminary report reveals that "several problems occurred simultaneously" during the flight.

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Huawei: Why has UK not blocked Chinese firm's 5G kit?

New Zealand's bar on the company's 5G kit raises questions about why the UK seems less concerned.

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Norwegian Magnus Carlsen retains World Chess Championship title

After 12 draws in 12 games, Magnus Carlsen beat US opponent Fabiano Caruana in a tie-breaker event.

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Small boy upstages the Pope

Pope Francis chuckles at the interruption, but later explains the child's "undisciplined" behaviour.

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Why disabled women can't access all refuges

Of the 131 councils that responded to an FOI request, 20 said they had no accessible spaces at all.

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Small boy interrupts the Pope's general audience

Pope Francis is charmed as a small boy interrupts his general audience.

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Stormy weather causes hundreds of homes to lose power

Strong winds and heavy rain has also caused travel disruption across Northern Ireland.

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Brexit: Referendum may be inevitable - John McDonnell

The shadow chancellor says it may be difficult to force an election even if MPs vote down Theresa May's Brexit deal.

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Economy could shrink 8% in no-deal Brexit - Bank

UK's economy could shrink by 8% in immediate aftermath of no-deal Brexit, Bank of England warns

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Ivanka Trump says her private emails not like Clinton's

Donald Trump's daughter says there is "no equivalency" between her personal email use and Hillary Clinton's.

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Carl Sargeant: FM gave warning over conduct and drinking

Carl Sargeant, the former communities minister, was sacked by the first minister days before he died.

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Gritty: How a NHL mascot became an internet sensation

Meet Gritty: a polarising seven-foot orange monster taking social media and the NHL by storm.

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Ukraine-Russia sea clash staged, says Putin

Russia's president accuses Ukraine of orchestrating a naval confrontation off Crimea.

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Margaret Atwood to write Handmaid's Tale sequel

The Canadian author says it will be inspired by the state of "the world we've been living in".

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Prime Minister's Questions: The key bits and the verdict

Theresa May clashed with Jeremy Corbyn over the economic impact of her Brexit plan - here are the key bits.

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Chess world championship heads towards Armageddon showdown

The World Chess Championship will be decided in a series of fast tie-breakers.

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'World's oldest rebel' dies

What do we know about World War Two veteran and political activist Harry Leslie Smith, who has died?

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Would you give up your mobile phone for a free meal?

Kids will eat free at Frankie & Benny's this week if their parents surrender their phones to staff.

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'I fought injury to win X Games BMX medal'

Alex Donnachie speaks about his win, overcoming his injury, and Scotland's thriving BMX scene.

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Prince William and Kate at helicopter crash site

The royal couple are at the site of a helicopter crash which killed five people, including Leicester City's chairman.

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Low pay and high stress: Survey lifts lid on life as a struggling performer

A survey suggests half of actors, dancers and musicians took on unpaid roles in the past year.

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Massage app exposes 'sex pest' clients

Urban Massage left thousands of customer records exposed, including complaints about its clients.

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Climate change: EU aims to be 'climate neutral' by 2050

The European Union says it wants to become the first major economy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

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Brexit: What is an economic forecast?

The government will publish a series of forecasts on Brexit, so how do they work?

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Harry Leslie Smith: War veteran has died son says

WW2 RAF pilot and campaigner Harry Leslie Smith has died following an illness, his son says.

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Huddersfield video: Police investigate 'racially-aggravated attack'

Footage shared online shows a boy, 15, being dragged to the floor before water is poured into his face.

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Rotherham grooming: Rapist Arshid Hussain 'gets chance to see victim's child'

Sammy Woodhouse calls for a law change after rapist Arshid Hussain is given the chance to see his son.

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Lion Air crash: Investigators say plane was 'not airworthy'

An initial report into the crash that killed 189 people says Lion Air should improve its safety culture.

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Cost of 118 calls to be capped after charges soar

Most popular directory enquiry service charges more than £11 for a 90 second call, regulator says.

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Post-natal PTSD: 'I relived childbirth over and over again'

A woman who suffered PTSD from a traumatic birth shares her story, as experts warn about misdiagnosis.

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Ian Wright: Ex-England striker on troubled childhood and becoming a pro

Ian Wright opens up on his childhood, having to deal with a cruel stepfather and the teacher that changed his life.

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News Daily: Economic impact of Brexit and Trump-Putin meeting in question

Your morning briefing for 28 November 2018.

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Chinese scientist defends 'world's first gene-edited babies'

He Jiankui shocked the world by claiming he had created the world's first genetically edited children.

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Republican wins Mississippi Senate vote marked by race row

Cindy Hyde-Smith holds off a strong Democratic challenge in a vote overshadowed by racial acrimony.

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Sydney storms: Hundreds call for help amid flash-flooding

Emergency crews respond to hundreds of calls on the city's wettest November day since 1984.

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Brexit deal: Treasury to publish economic impact analysis

The Treasury's Brexit forecasts are to be published as the PM heads to Scotland to defend her deal.

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Denmark's queen designs ballet costumes

Denmark's Queen Margrethe II designed costumes and scenery for a production of The Nutcracker.

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Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust remains 'inadequate'

Inspectors say patients were repeatedly failed as a charity calls for the government to intervene.

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Ukraine-Russia sea clash: Trump says may cancel G20 Putin talks

"I don't like the aggression," the US leader says after Russia seizes Ukrainian boats off Crimea.

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NHS crackdown on silk garment prescriptions

There is limited evidence they are effective for patients with eczema and dermatitis, draft guidance says.

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'Fraudsters exploited my angry tweet'

A writer thought he was dealing with a bank after complaining of poor service, but it was a con-artist.

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Prince William and Kate to honour Leicester helicopter crash victims

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will visit the site outside Leicester City's stadium where five people died.

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The people who return most of what they buy

Serial returners are raising costs for struggling shops, but why do they do it and what should shops do?

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Domestic abuse: 'Children are the hidden victims'

A teenager who grew up in a family with domestic abuse explains the impact this has had on her.

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Celeb diet tea: 'I was addicted and drank it every day for six months'

Jameela Jamil is campaigning on social media against influencers claiming they lost weight by with tea.

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John Allen Chau: Do missionaries help or harm?

In the wake of John Allen Chau's murder by a tribe, how should the world see missionary work?

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The fight over the right to name Australian places

Many Australians would like to see place names reflect a more modern, equal nation.

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'I was married and divorced in my 20s'

Three people explain how it feels to be a young divorcee in 2018?

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Why Brexit could threaten Dutch fishing industry

Many Dutch fisherman fish under UK flags, and a Brexit deal could jeopardise their livelihoods.

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The women in India building a road to a new life

Fed up with the inaccessibility to their villages, these Indian women constructed brick roads that changed lives.

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The two Swedish mums who want people to give up flying for a year

Two climate-conscious Swedish mums have launched a campaign urging people not to fly in 2019.

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Young Asian poets in the UK share their stories

Four young poets share their experiences about what life is really like for Asians in the UK.

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The Papers: Brexit advice 'block' and £5m Harry security

Theresa May's Brussels deal remains on several front pages but the tabloids focus on royal stories.

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The 82-year-old takeaway driver voted best in Britain

The West Yorkshire man won the title at the British Takeaway Awards in London.

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Grenfell Tower inquiry: Expert says fridge-freezer started blaze

An electrical expert tells the inquiry the fire probably started because of overheated wiring.

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Probe launched after club falsely reports player's death

An investigation is launched by the Leinster Senior League after a Dublin club falsely reports the death of one of its players.

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Tina Cantello: Man found guilty of debt collector murder

Geoffrey Hutton stabbed Tina Cantello 30 times after she called to collect his loan repayment.

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SpongeBob SquarePants creator Stephen Hillenburg dies aged 57

Stephen Hillenburg created the hugely popular animated series, which began in 1999.

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Actor Robert De Niro dines in Halifax restaurant

It's not clear whether the Hollywood star was landed with a "raging" bill at the end of the meal.

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Sophia Florsch: 17-year-old F3 crash driver on 'new chapter'

Sophia Florsch has left hospital after a horrific, high-speed, Formula 3 crash in the Macau Grand Prix.

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Footage shows people smuggling plans over Channel crossing

An undercover BBC reporter found people smuggling operations being organised at makeshift camps in northern France.

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MPs' fury over Mark Zuckerberg 'no-show'

Facebook executive Richard Allan faced the international committee on fake news and disinformation.

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Giant Santa causes traffic hold-up

The inflatable Father Christmas broke loose from a front garden and blocked a busy road.

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Brexit: Theresa May denies 'giving up' on better deal

The PM comes under attack from DUP leader Arlene Foster as she visits Northern Ireland.

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Gavin Ford: British radio host found dead at home in Lebanon

Gavin Ford was a popular voice on the airwaves in Lebanon, where he had lived for two decades.

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Climate change: CO2 emissions rising for first time in four years

Global efforts to tackle climate are off track says the UN, as it sees a rise in CO2 after years of decline.

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Food warehouses 'almost full' ahead of Brexit

Firms looking for places to store extra supplies in the run-up to Brexit may be too late, MPs are told.

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Terminally-ill Noel Conway loses Supreme Court appeal

Noel Conway said he was "extremely disappointed" as his court battle for assisted dying ends.

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Reality Check: Is Trump right about the Brexit deal?

Donald Trump says the Brexit deal may affect the UK's trade with the US.

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Edinburgh Zoo panda Yang Guang has testicles removed

Yang Guang is recovering from the surgery, which took place on Saturday at Edinburgh Zoo.

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France fuel protests: Macron drives ahead amid unrest

The French president strikes a conciliatory tone - but refuses to back down from his green policies.

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Universal Credit: Single mums take government to court

A dinner lady says she can't pay her rent and is falling into debt due to the "rigid" welfare system.

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The women launching Kyrgyzstan's first satellite

A female-only team from Kyrgyzstan are working to launch the country’s first satellite by 2020.

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Ukraine-Russia sea clash: Captured sailors shown on Russia TV

Three Ukrainians seized by Russia give statements on the flare-up in tensions off Crimea.

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Athlete 'bitter' over mesh that almost ended career

British athlete Dai Greene says he is "bitter and frustrated" after surgery to repair a minor hernia meant he lost five years of his career.

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Big Knickers, Australia's biggest steer, towers above the herd

He weighs 1,400kg and stands nearly two metres tall - meet Australia's biggest steer.

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Kiara Moore river death: Girl, 2, 'left for minutes' in car

Kiara Moore died a week before her third birthday when the family car rolled into a river.

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Fast fashion: 'How do you justify selling a £2 T-shirt?'

MPs quiz big clothes retailers about the environmental impact of so-called "fast fashion".

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Death crash Midland Red South bus company fined £2.3m

Midland Red ignored warnings about driver Kailash Chander before he crashed into a supermarket.

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Google challenged over location tracking

European consumer groups want Google investigated for collecting data on where people go.

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Oprah Winfrey pays tribute to late mother Vernita Lee

The US star thanks friends and fans on Instagram after her mother died last week.

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England player Ivor Broadis reunited with Wembley strip

The shirt had been borrowed for a charity match in southern Scotland in the 1960s and was never returned.

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Theresa May's Brexit deal is doomed - Sir Michael Fallon

The former defence secretary says Theresa May's EU agreement is the "worst of all worlds".

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New Zealand whale stranding: 'I will never forget their cries'

The two hikers who spotted 145 dying whales in New Zealand say the experience was "horrific".

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Toddler among nine rescued from boat off Dover coast

More than 100 people have reached the Kent coast so far this month, most claiming to be Iranian.

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Brexit: May challenges Corbyn to live TV debate

The PM accuses the Labour leader of having no working alternative to her plan to leave the EU.

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Thomas Cook still suffering from heatwave

The travel firm issues its second profit warning in two months after a slump in holiday bookings.

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Jailed academic Hedges returns home to UK

Matthew Hedges, British academic jailed for spying in UAE, arrives home in UK after being pardoned

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News Daily: Trump on Brexit deal and multiple emergency calls

Your morning briefing for 27 November 2018.

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'Asleep' pilot missed destination in Australia, officials say

The small plane went almost 50km (30 miles) too far before landing safely, officials say.

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Paul Manafort breached plea deal by lying - Special Counsel Mueller

The former Trump campaign chairman lied to the FBI, Special Counsel Robert Mueller says.

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Boy, 10, meets his 'superman' life-saver

Rupert has made a full recovery from a rare blood disease thanks to a bone marrow donor.

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Fentanyl in cocaine: The deadly truth of new drugs cocktail

A surge in cocaine deaths is being blamed on fentanyl, a synthetic opioid far stronger than morphine.

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The electric scooter scheme taking over Paris

Hundreds of the two-wheeled vehicles have appeared on the city's streets, but some residents have voiced concerns over the scheme.

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The White House unveils its Christmas decorations

First Lady Melania Trump designed them around a the theme of "American Treasures".

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Why is India's largest camel fair struggling?

A recent change in the law means many camel breeders in Rajasthan are struggling to find buyers.

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Indonesia tsunami: 'It’s an absolute miracle' my child survived

Hundreds of children were separated from their parents when a huge earthquake and tsunami hit the Indonesia island of Sulawesi. A few came back.

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The shifting power at the heart of the UK's 'spy' row

UK student Matthew Hedges may have been released by the UAE, but the balance of power has changed.

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How cooking and cleaning transformed a violent man

A grassroots programme in Rwanda is aiming to reduce domestic violence by challenging gender roles.

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#GivingTuesday: Generous gestures follow shopping sprees

#GivingTuesday is trending - but what is it, where did it come from and what are people doing?

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The agony over an American dream

They faced a perilous journey to reach the US. Now, there is a tortuous process to win asylum.

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Inside Sellafield's death zone with the nuclear clean-up robots

As Sellafield's Thorp nuclear reprocessing plant closes, the huge and dangerous clean-up begins.

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Why Ukraine-Russia sea clash is fraught with risk

The BBC's Jonah Fisher in Kiev looks at what led to Sunday's naval clash in the Sea of Azov.

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London dominates UK jobs growth over past decade

But the north-east of England saw the lowest percentage increase in new jobs, analysis shows.

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Mental health: Five people called Met Police 8,655 times in 2017

A national crisis in mental health care is putting an "intolerable burden" on police, a watchdog says.

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Trump talks tough to China before G20 meeting

Donald Trump says the US is likely to raise tariffs and tax more Chinese goods if talks fail.

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Mrs Brown's Boys and Luther set for a BBC Christmas

Les Miserables, Doctor Who and Strictly Come Dancing are also in the line-up.

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Cancer care: England still lagging behind the best

Experts say 10,000 lives a year could be saved if England was as good as the best-performing nations on cancer.

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Women gain higher earnings from degrees

University gives women a 28% pay advantage but a degree has much smaller gains for men.

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Obituary: Baroness Trumpington

Lady Trumpington - Nazi codebreaker and Thatcher minister who flicked a V-sign in the House of Lords - has died at the age of 96.

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Tory peer Baroness Trumpington dies at 96

Ex-minister and Bletchley Park code-breaker became widely known after making a V-sign in the Lords.

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Gamer arrested 'after rape overheard on gaming stream'

Daniel Enrique Fabian, 18, is facing two charges after allegedly being overheard assaulting a 15-year-old.

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The Papers: Trump 'sticks the boot in' on Brexit deal

Comments by the US president on a future US-UK trade deal attract front page headlines.

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Brexit: Trump hints May's Brexit could bar UK-US trade deal

The US president says the Brexit agreement is "great for the EU".

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Armageddon looms in World Chess Championship final

Two grandmasters vying for the €1m prize head to tiebreakers after drawing 12 games in a row.

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Trump: Brexit agreement is 'great deal for EU'

President Trump has cast doubt on whether the UK will be able to make a trade deal with the US.

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Mars InSight: The moment of touchdown

The touchdown confirmation came through shortly after 19:50 GMT.

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Trump on climate change report: 'I don't believe it'

"I don't believe it," the president said of his own government's report about global warming.

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Ukraine backs martial law after sea clash

Authorities can now restrict public rallies and regulate the media amid rising tension with Russia.

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South Yorkshire Police officer follows grandfather's footsteps

Insp James Sheard of South Yorkshire Police patrols the same beat as his grandfather, 90 years on.

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Mars: Nasa lands InSight robot to study planet's interior

The US space agency's robot is the first mission aiming to study the Red Planet's deep interior.

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Reality Check: Theresa May's Brexit letter

The prime minister has written a "letter to the nation", to sell her Brexit deal.

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Viewpoint: Are vegans really 'extreme'?

Selene Nelson faced anti-vegan abuse after the resignation of the Waitrose Food magazine editor. Here she wonders why.

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KLF's Jimmy Cauty: 'We don’t make records, we make pyramids out of dead people'

The enigmatic pop duo begin building a pyramid using bricks containing cremated human remains.

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EU court rejects Britons' anti-Brexit case

A group of British expats argued that by opening Brexit talks the EU had violated their rights.

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Why tensions between Russia and Ukraine are so high

Footage of a collision between a Russian and a Ukrainian boat was posted by the Ukrainian Interior Minister.

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The natural beauty of a rainbow swamp stuns social media

A Florida swamp walk leader said the rainbow sheen is the result of natural oils released by decaying vegetation

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Safety concerns raised over breast implants

Some makers of textured implants did not carry out adequate tests, an investigation finds.

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Footage shows Russian ship crashing into Ukrainian tug off the Crimean Peninsula.

The footage was posted on social media by the Ukrainian Interior Minister who claims it was filmed from a Russian ship.

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Spine therapy for children tested only on pigs and corpses

A therapy for children with curved spines was approved for general use after tests only on pigs and dead bodies, a Panorama investigation has revealed.

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Should you charge family for Christmas lunch?

Is asking friends or family for a financial contribution a good way to cope with the cost of hosting the festive meal?

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Brexit: Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn clash over withdrawal deal

The PM faces criticism of her planned deal from MPs - as Labour's leader calls for a "plan B".

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Can the 'broken' fashion industry become more sustainable?

Bosses of the UK's biggest fashion retailers to face MPs' questions about their environmental impact.

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Paul Massey and John Kinsella 'murdered in gangland feud'

Paul Massey and John Kinsella were shot dead in a feud between rival gangs, a court hears.

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Plymouth theatre's bronze sculpture will be 'UK's largest'

The nine-and-a-half-tonne installation will stand 7m tall and is inspired by an actor's pose.

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Sark electricity: The Channel Island that could lose its power

The Channel Island of Sark has no cars or streetlights - and by the end of the week might have no electricity either.

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Russell Bishop trial: Accused abused girl to 'belittle' her

Russell Bishop, a convicted paedophile, is on trial for a second time for killing two girls in 1986.

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HMS Dragon: Three tonnes of hashish seized in the Gulf

The Royal Navy's HMS Dragon was on patrol in the Gulf when it intercepted a suspicious vessel.

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MP Fiona Onasanya to face retrial in speed ticket case

Peterborough MP Fiona Onasanya denies a charge of perverting the course of justice.

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Solo rower Shirley Thompson starts Atlantic attempt

Shirley Thompson is attempting to become the oldest woman to row solo across the ocean.

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New £50 note scientist nominations released

The list of suggested scientists who might appear on the new £50 note includes Alan Turing and Ada Lovelace.

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Climate change: UK summers could be over 5C warmer by 2070

The chances of a summer as hot as 2018 could be as high as 50% by 2050 according to new Met Office study.

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Huge sandstorm hits Chinese city of Zhangye

Strong winds and a towering ‘sand wall’ of almost 100 metres hit the city of Zhangye.

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Swansea University vice-chancellor Prof Richard B Davies suspended

Prof Richard B Davies and three other members of staff have been suspended on full pay.

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More staff hired in shrinking pub industry

Employment in the sector is growing even though a quarter of pubs have closed since 2008, figures show.

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China baby gene editing claim 'dubious'

Significant doubts emerge over claims of twins altered as embryos to prevent them from contracting HIV.

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What is it like to live without any friends?

New research by the British Red Cross suggests one in five UK adults don't have any close friends.

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Rickie, Melvin and Charlie leave Kiss to replace Charlie Sloth on BBC Radio 1

Rickie, Melvin and Charlie will replace Charlie Sloth on the station's evening music slot from 2019.

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England complete historic whitewash with tense victory

England hold their nerve to complete a first series whitewash in Sri Lanka with victory by 42 runs in the third Test in Colombo.

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Jaydon James stabbing: Coventry teenager killed 'because of his postcode'

The sister of Jaydon James, 16, says he was targeted because of his neighbourhood

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Bernardo Bertolucci, Italian film director, dies at 77

The man behind Last Tango in Paris and The Last Emperor died of cancer, his spokeswoman confirms.

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Who will have regrets? And who is pushing the ceiling? Guscott's verdict on the autumn Tests

Jeremy Guscott runs the rule over England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland and picks his team of the autumn.

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Farrell to replace Schmidt as Ireland coach in 2019

Joe Schmidt is to stand down as Ireland coach after the 2019 World Cup and will be replaced by defence coach Andy Farrell.

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British academic pardoned by UAE

British academic Matthew Hedges, jailed for spying in the UAE, is pardoned with immediate effect

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Commonwealth Games 2022: ICC wants women's T20 at Birmingham Games

Cricket's world governing body submits a bid for women's Twenty20 cricket to be included at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

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Uber driver found guilty over passenger's death in Sydney

Samuel Thomas was fatally struck by a bus while trying to get out of the Uber in Sydney.

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News Daily: May faces MPs over Brexit deal, and Ukraine protests over Russia ship seizure

Your morning briefing for 26 November 2018.

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Rapist absconds from HMP North Sea Camp open prison

Police warn people not to approach Wayne Jones who went missing from HMP North Sea Camp on Sunday.

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Needle found in strawberry punnet in New Zealand supermarket

The country's second needle contamination incident follows almost 200 in neighbouring Australia.

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Queensland bushfires: Evacuations amid 'highly unusual' conditions

Hundreds evacuate their homes in Queensland amid "unprecedented" weather conditions, officials say.

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Protests in Kiev after Russia seizes Ukraine ships off Crimea

A car belonging to the Russian embassy is set alight in Kiev after protesters gather.

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Endometriosis diagnosis: 'A relief to know I wasn't mad'

A woman who waited years for an endometriosis diagnosis backs a report calling for earlier help.

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Independent rail complaints service is launched

Passengers who are unhappy with how their complaints are handled can now appeal through new service.

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'The Rolling Stones inspired me to go into business'

Seeing the British band live made Spencer Rascoff know what to do with his life, but it didn't involve joining a group.

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'Look after the detail and the business will flow'

If you look after the detail the business will flow, advises fashion chain boss Victoria Stapleton.

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'Virtual safari': Wildlife photos from around the world

A new exhibition highlights the work of the 2018 Nature’s Best Photography award winners.

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How to behave around dogs when you're frightened of them

Our reporter Jayde Pearson sought out some top tips to keep her calm around canines.

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Ghana's fantasy coffins: Taking the final journey in style

A car, a plane, or a chilli pepper - what kind of coffin do you want to be buried in?

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'The blackface scandal that rocked my campus'

The emergence of a photo of a student wearing blackface caused days of tension at Cal Poly university. Student journalist Megan Schellong was there.

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Five things to know for the week ahead

Your Monday briefing on some of the most important stories coming up over the next seven days.

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House of CB's Conna Walker: Meet the young British designer loved by Beyonce

Conna Walker went from selling clothes on eBay to creating House of CB, which is beloved by stars.

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Reality Check: What are the rules on building skyscrapers?

With another skyscraper planned for London, what are the rules on putting up high-rise buildings?

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How climate change could be causing miscarriages in Bangladesh

Rising sea levels mean women in Bangladesh are drinking ever saltier water, threatening unborn babies.

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Young in Iran: 'People think we're terrorists'

Sina, a musician from Tehran, spoke to the BBC about culture, travel, social media, and his rather unexpected job.

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Almost 150 whales strand and die on New Zealand beach

It's not clear why the two pods got washed up on the beach but it was not possible to save them.

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Brexit: Back my deal or risk more division, May tells MPs

The PM will tell critics opposed to her Brexit deal that the "British people want us to get on with it".

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Nasa's Mars InSight mission heads for '7 minutes of terror'

The InSight mission is about to make the hair-raising descent to the surface of the Red Planet.

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Why are Iranians crossing the Channel in dinghies?

More than 100 people, all claiming to be Iranian, have crossed the Channel this month - why?

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Sacked Welsh minister Carl Sargeant's inquest to start

Carl Sargeant was found dead in his home four days after being sacked by First Minister Carwyn Jones.

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Medical device rules need 'drastic change' to protect patients

One of Britain's most influential surgeons says the harms of some devices are unknown.

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Brexit blind dates: Dustin Lance Black and Ulrika Jonsson

"She's thoughtful, open-hearted and fierce." What happened when the pair discussed Brexit over dinner?

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The Papers: May's 'frantic fortnight' to sell Brexit deal

Most of Monday's front pages look ahead to Mrs May's plan to sell her deal to MPs and the British public.

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Migrant caravan: US fires tear gas at Mexico border

The US-Mexico border is closed at Tijuana, where thousands of migrants are waiting to cross.

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Russia 'fires on and seizes Ukraine ships'

Ukraine's navy said two crew members were injured amid worsening tensions near Crimea.

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'Britain's worst Christmas tree' replaced

Camborne unveils an "amazing" new tree after last year's fake one was branded "absolutely rubbish".

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Patients given potentially dangerous implants

Panorama investigation reveals how lax medical device regulation is failing patients.

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Facebook documents seized by MPs investigating privacy breach

Rarely-used Parliamentary powers were invoked to demand the documents from a US executive in London.

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Brexit: 'I'm never changing my mind' says Juncker

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker insists the Brexit deal agreed by the EU is the only one.

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What is the SNP's Brexit policy?

The SNP wants the UK to remain in the single market and the customs union. But what would that mean?

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John Allen Chau: Struggle to retrieve body of man killed by tribe

Indian police try to pinpoint the beach where a US missionary died, but later withdraw.

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Syria war: Aleppo 'gas attack' sparks Russia strikes

Moscow targets rebels near Aleppo after accusing them of launching a chemical attack on the city.

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Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe case: Jeremy Hunt on Tehran visit

Jeremy Hunt told the BBC's Andrew Marr about a visit to Tehran to check on the Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe case.

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Sturgeon hits out at PM's 'desperate' appeal

The first minister also says a new statement from EU leaders breaks promises made to the fishing industry.

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South Korea president unveils 'peace gift' puppies

North Korean "peace gift" dog Gomi gave birth two weeks ago, and the South has revealed the photos.

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Ukraine claims Russia 'rammed our tugboat' off Crimea

Russia says the Ukrainian tugboat entered its waters, calling the action "provocative".

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Las Vegas shootings: British soldier awarded for bravery

Ross Woodward was off duty when he rushed to the aid of people injured in the Las Vegas shooting last year.

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Boy, 16, killed in Coventry stabbing

Two other teenagers were also injured in the attack in Coventry on Saturday night, police say.

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Uganda party boat capsizes on Lake Victoria, killing 29

The vessel was carrying close to 100 people when it sank on Saturday near the capital, Kampala.

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Strictly Come Dancing: scoreboard causes chaos

Head judge Shirley Ballas had trouble reading out the scores due to a technical difficulty.

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Eight 'migrants' rescued after cross-channel air and sea search

Search teams found them in the Channel suffering from hypothermia after a two hour air and sea search.

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What's in the political declaration?

Chris Morris picks out key passages from the draft political declaration on the future relationship between the UK and the EU.

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EU leaders agree Brexit deal

After more than 18 months of negotiations, the EU approves the UK’s withdrawal deal.

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The magpie that says 'Merry Christmas'

First he made friends with a dog, now Mike the magpie has learned a festive greeting.

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Swiss vote on going it alone in sovereignty referendum

A right-wing party's proposal calls for Swiss law to override international law and treaties.

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Where World War One finally ended

In the days after the guns fell silent in Europe, fighting continued in Africa until the message got through.

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The Staircase lawyer David Rudolf backs not proven verdict

US attorney David Rudolf, who features in the TV documentary series, wishes not proven had been available in the US.

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Ricky Jay, American magician and actor, dies

The American was once described as "perhaps the most gifted sleight-of-hand artist alive".

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'The referee saw nothing wrong' - England coach Jones refuses to criticise Farrell tackle

England head coach Eddie Jones refuses to criticise captain Owen Farrell for a controversial tackle after his side beat Australia.

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Scotland must improve for Six Nations, says coach Townsend

Scotland will need to "play better" than they showed this autumn to make an impact in next year's Six Nations, says Gregor Townsend.

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Why LGBT Catholics want to change attitudes in Italy

Giulia and Edoardo are part of an informal group trying to change attitudes in Italy towards LGBT Catholics

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Top Mali jihadist Amadou Koufa killed in French raid - army

Radical preacher Amadou Kou, who headed a militant group, is said to have died on Friday.

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Man charged after 'knife attack' on London police officer

Daniel Adeyemi is accused of trying to kill the officer at Ilford railway station.

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Migrant caravan: Mexican officials deny US border deal

The denial comes as a tweet from Donald Trump suggests an agreement was reached.

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Boca Juniors v River Plate final in Copa Libertadores postponed after team bus attacked.

Clashes delay one of Argentina's biggest games, between Boca Juniors and River Plate.

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Brexit: Theresa May writes letter asking British public to back deal

As EU leaders prepare to formally sign off the Brexit deal, the PM writes a letter to the UK public.

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Women's World T20: Australia thrash England by eight wickets to claim title in Antigua

Australia claim an emphatic eight-wicket victory over England to secure their fourth Women's World Twenty20 title in Antigua.

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Anger over vandalism at Ladybower Reservoir's flooded village

Graffiti has been scratched on walls and buildings damaged at the rarely-seen site.

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Hundreds of babies born in Scotland addicted to drugs

Data from health boards shows 584 infants were delivered suffering from neonatal abstinence syndrome since 2015.

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Nasa Mars InSight lander mission to teach us more about Earth

Nasa's Mars InSight lander is due to arrive on the Red Planet's surface on Monday night. It will study the planet's interior so we can learn more about how it formed.

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What is life like after Eurovision?

Israeli singer Netta Barzilai won the Eurovision Song Contest 2018. Six months on she tells us what life is like.

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The London buildings that never were

A monorail on Regent Street, a pyramid in Trafalgar Square and an airport on the Thames...?

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The app that makes writing less lonely

An app is encouraging young authors to take up creative writing, by getting them to work in teams on their mobiles.

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Billionaire Boy: Girls Aloud writers adapt David Walliams book for the stage

The songwriters behind Girls Aloud on adapting a children's book for the stage.

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The friends who giggled their way to an incontinence business

Friends Judith and Anne turned insecurity after surgery into an environmentally friendly business.

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Should manufacturers have to pay more recycling costs?

The government's long-awaited waste strategy is expected to make manufacturers pay more for recycling.

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Is India's Ayodhya Hindu-Muslim dispute simmering again?

Why are hundreds of thousands descending on the disputed holy site in northern India once again?

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Carlos Ghosn: Five charts on the Nissan boss scandal

Five charts on the scandal surrounding Carlos Ghosn, whose downfall has shocked the global car industry.

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How an eerie abandoned US base near North Korea turned into an art haven

A deserted US Army base has found new life as a place of art, which the BBC's Stephen McDonell explored.

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Why wigs are becoming more and more popular

Social media influencers and beauty bloggers have been inspiring more young women to join the fashion of wearing wigs.

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She survived the deadliest US race riot

Olivia Hooker, who has died aged 103, went on to become the first black woman to join the US Coast Guard.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'in a box'

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "in a box".

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Newspaper headlines: Theresa May's Brexit 'letter to the nation'

Many of Sunday newspapers focus on Brexit and in particular Theresa May's direct plea to the public.

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Dangerous cocaine batch warning after man dies in Colchester

One man died and a woman is ill in hospital after police believe they took the drugs at a party.

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France fuel unrest: 'Shame' on violent protesters, says Macron

France's leader voices anger after violence at a march against fuel prices on the Champs-Élysées.

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Merseyside manhunt after woman stabbed to death

The 29-year-old victim was found having been stabbed repeatedly at an address in St Helens.

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Children trapped by tide rescued from sea cave in Dunbar

The 12-year-old boy and two girls aged 11 and 12 were cut off by the tide as they played in the Eye Cave at Dunbar.

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Ex-Zimbabwe President Mugabe 'unable to walk'

President Mnangagwa says his predecessor has been getting treatment in Singapore for the past two months.

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Rugby stars support Gareth Thomas with rainbow laces

Players from England, Wales, New Zealand, France and USA rally behind Thomas who was the victim of a hate-crime.

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Boy, 2, dies a week after window fall in Liverpool

The boy is believed to have been playing upstairs with other children before the fall.

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How has Calvin Harris kept his accent?

Why do some people change the way they speak soon after they leave their home town and others do not?

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Man Utd held by Crystal Palace at Old Trafford

Manchester United suffer more frustration as they are held to a goalless draw by a spirited Crystal Palace, and fail to win at Old Trafford for the sixth time this season.

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England 37-18 Australia: Eddie Jones' men end 2018 with third win of Autumn

England pull away in the second half to beat Australia 37-18 at Twickenham and claim their third victory of the autumn.

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Ancient Egyptian tomb unveiled

Mummies in two sarcophagi, found in a tomb in Luxor dating back 3,500 years, are revealed.

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Banksy art works seized in Belgium over lack of insurance

Art works worth €15m (£12m) are impounded as they may not have been insured.

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Brexit: Donald Tusk tells European Union to approve deal

The Spanish prime minister says he has received the guarantees he needs over the future of Gibraltar.

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Lewis Hamilton: Abu Dhabi pole for British world champion

Lewis Hamilton takes his 83rd career pole position for Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

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Obituary: Nicolas Roeg

Film director whose fragmented style bewitched and bewildered his audiences.

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Director Nicolas Roeg dies aged 90

Director Nicolas Roeg, whose films include Don't Look Now and Performance, has died aged 90, his family says

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Real thrashed by Eibar in Solari's first game as permanent boss

Santiago Solari's winning start as Real Madrid coach ends with a dismal defeat at Eibar as the Basque outfit claim their first La Liga win over their opponents.

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Legal aid lawyers win £23m pay rise after strike

The extra £23m comes after some complained they earned "less than the minimum wage" during trials.

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Police Scotland link robbery rise with UK benefits changes

A Police Scotland report says there is "anecdotal evidence" that universal credit has helped push up the number of robberies.

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Prince Harry and Meghan to move to Windsor Castle

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will move to Windsor Castle ahead of the birth of their first child.

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Sri Lanka v England: Tourists on top after hosts collapse on day two

England took control of the third Test with eight wickets in the final session of day two as Sri Lanka tamely collapsed in Colombo.

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Scotland v Argentina: Laidlaw warns Scots over wounded Pumas

Greig Laidlaw believes Scotland will face an Argentina side still hurting from their heavy defeat in the last meeting of the sides.

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Man dies after stabbing in east London

A man, believed to be in his twenties, was found with stab wounds in Kingsland Road, Hackney.

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Sweet shop shut down after drugs raid

Police took away jars of sweets from the village shop fearing they could be laced with amphetamine.

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France fuel protests: Police in Paris fire tear gas

French police fire water cannon and tear gas to disperse fuel price protesters in central Paris.

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'We can make history' - England captain Knight on World T20 final

England captain Heather Knight says beating Australia in the World T20 final is a "chance to cement ourselves in history".

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Man vs Fat: The footballers losing pounds, not matches

The team is only open to players who want to lose weight and get fitter.

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Amazon rainforest deforestation 'worst in 10 years', says Brazil

The rate of deforestation has risen 13.7% in a year, amid fears about the new president's policies.

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'The first time I had sex I contracted HIV'

Nathaniel Hall explains how he coped with learning he was HIV positive while he was still a child.

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Wales' Lydiate a doubt to face South Africa

Wales have a late fitness doubt over flanker Dan Lydiate for their final autumn series game against South Africa.

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Migrant caravan: Humanitarian crisis develops in Tijuana

The mayor of the Mexican border city of Tijuana declares a humanitarian crisis as migrants gather.

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France fuel protests: Man with grenade demands Macron meeting

The man wanted the French president to meet protesters demonstrating against rising fuel prices.

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British army chief: Russia 'far bigger threat than IS'

The new head of the British army says Russia is "indisputably" a greater threat to UK national security.

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Police officer stabbed outside London railway station

A man has been arrested, and the victim's injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

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Brexit: May heads to Brussels on eve of crucial EU summit

The PM hopes EU leaders will sign off her Brexit deal despite tension over Gibraltar.

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Raed Fares: Syria radio host shot dead in Idlib

Raed Fares spent years speaking out against Syria's government and militants. Now he has been silenced.

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Boy with rare condition "very upset" over missing cuddly toy

The mother of a boy who has a form of dwarfism appeals for help to find his cuddly kangaroo.

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Ipswich school triggers inquiry into 'pupil aged 30'

The Home Office has launched an inquiry into how the man was allowed to become a student.

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Mickelson wins $9m showdown with Woods after 22 holes

Phil Mickelson claims the $9m winner-takes-all prize in a dramatic duel with Tiger Woods which goes to the 22nd hole.

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Brazil replaces leaving Cuban doctors - health ministry

Most vacancies left by departing Cuban doctors have now been filled, Brazil's health ministry says.

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Taiwan same-sex vote: Polls open in elections

The issue is among 10 voters are being asked to decide on - including one which has angered China.

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Should we still be giving gift cards this Christmas?

We spend £6bn a year on gift cards but waste £300m by forgetting to use them before they expire.

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Food Challenges: 'My cheat meal is a 185oz burger'

Andrey Sidorov and Kate Ovens both take on food challenges, eat gigantic-sized meals for fun.

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Truth Project: Child Sexual Abuse Inquiry calls for younger participants

Lucie, a survivor of child sexual abuse, is encouraging young people to confidentially share their stories.

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Punjab's drug menace: 'I wanted my son to die'

Drug-related deaths are surging in India's prosperous Punjab state. What's behind it?

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How Bet365's Denise Coates hit her own jackpot

Denise Coates - Bet365's driving force - was named the UK's best-paid boss this week. What's her system?

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John Allen Chau: What we could learn from remote tribes

The idea that all tribes are "nasty and brutish" is wrong, anthropologists say. Here's why.

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Thai labourers in Israel tell of harrowing conditions

A year-long BBC investigation has discovered widespread abuse of Thai nationals living and working in Israel.

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From sleeping on the bus to having my own home

After living in a hostel he hated, Emmanuel has worked hard to secure his own home.

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How I survived 49 days of being lost at sea

Indonesian teen tells his story of survival after being lost at sea for 49 days

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Week in pictures: 17-23 November 2018

A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.

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Volkswagen will recall 75,000 cars over seatbelt fault

The move follows a test that showed a rear seatbelt failing when cars turned sharply.

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Bear Grylls tests Gareth Southgate in TV mission

The TV adventurer takes the England manager to the wilderness to test his "composure and poise".

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Newspaper headlines: Moped gangs 'knockout blow' and EU summit

Photos of police ramming into mopeds and a look ahead to the Brexit summit features on the front pages.

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'This team is growing' - Slump made England stronger, says Jones

Coach Eddie Jones says six successive defeats earlier this year has made England stronger as they prepare to meet Australia on Saturday.

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Eurosceptic Tory MP John Hayes given knighthood

Labour suggests the timing of the honour could be an attempt to win support for the PM's Brexit deal.

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Louisiana lottery: Couple 'find winning ticket while cleaning'

Tina Ehrenberg found the winning ticket while she was cleaning her home for before Thanksgiving.

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Benin artworks: France to return thrones and statues

The thrones and statues were taken in 1892 during a colonial war against the Kingdom of Dahomey.

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Rodin's The Kiss sculpture has a temporary new home, in Ipswich

The Kiss, Rodin's sculpture of two fated lovers, has found a temporary new home in Ipswich.

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Brexit: Back to basics guide about the UK leaving the EU

Feeling a little lost about what is going on with Brexit? Here are answers to the simplest questions.

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Climate change: Report warns of growing impact on US life

Climate change could cost the US hundreds of billions of dollars and damage health, a major report warns.

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