NewsLIVETehran says 'no plans' for new talks after US seizes Iranian cargo shipDonald Trump says after the Iranian ship ignored warnings, the US navy "blew a hole" in its engine room. The US has released footage of the attack.US releases video of forces seizing Iranian shipThe US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said.8 hrs agoWorld'They told me he was dead': Children born near army base learn truth about UK soldier dadsA DNA and legal project has identified the fathers of 20 children born near a military base in Kenya.16 hrs agoAfricaLIVEStarmer says 'deliberate decision' made not to tell him of Mandelson's failed vettingStarmer is facing calls to resign from opposition leaders after saying "full due process" was followed when Lord Mandelson was made US ambassador in 2024.Japan on high alert for 'huge' second quake after issuing tsunami warningJapan's meteorological agency warns another, stronger earthquake may hit in the next week, 34 mins agoAsiaThe insider trading suspicions looming over Trump's presidencyThe BBC has found a pattern of spikes in trades ahead of public announcements by the US president.2 hrs agoBusinessMan kills seven of his children, and an eighth child, in Louisiana mass shootingThree boys and five girls, aged between three to 11, were killed in the shooting on Sunday, officials say. 3 hrs agoUS & CanadaSpat at, threatened and kidnapped: British Jews tell of rising antisemitismBritish Jews have described to BBC Panorama how they are experiencing a rise in antisemitism.10 hrs agoUKIranian woman arrested in US for allegedly trafficking arms to SudanTrump tariff refunds begin but consumers likely to miss outElon Musk summoned by French prosecutors amid ongoing X probeOutrage over Israeli soldier's vandalism of Jesus statue in LebanonRebel Wilson's claims against actress are 'malicious concoctions', Australian court hearsIran warWatch: Are insider traders making millions from Trump's announcements?The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.Tehran will never cede control of Strait of Hormuz, senior Iranian politician tells BBCLyse Doucet speaks to Ebrahim Azizi, who says Iran "will decide the right of passage" through the crucial shipping route.Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz?Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice? Fuel rations and free buses: How countries have responded to rising oil pricesGovernments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact of price increases.More to exploreNigerian wins global prize for trying to save bats in a country that shuns themMany Nigerians associate bats with witchcraft but that did not deter ecologist Iroro Tanshi.2 hrs agoAfricaWhy your recycled clothes could end up in this South American desertOld garments from around the world are being discarded in the South American country.16 hrs agoLatin AmericaRedesigned ball could reduce heading impact, scientists sayScientists believe footballs could be designed to reduce the impact of heading after new research discovered the action caused a previously unreported pressure wave energy transfer to the brain.2 hrs agoFootballAre insider traders making millions from the Iran war?The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.3 hrs agoWorldIndia has splurged billions on metro trains. But where are the commuters?Without better last-mile connectivity and affordable fares, metro use is unlikely to improve quickly, say experts.16 hrs agoAsiaArt on trial - a sculptor's arrest highlights new extremes for censorship in ChinaGao Zhen is being retroactively punished for 15 year-old-works, in a case that has alarmed rights groups.17 hrs agoAsiaMost watched1US releases video of forces seizing Iranian ship2Canada: Ties to US are 'weaknesses we must correct'3Are insider traders making millions from the Iran war?4Video shows trapped schoolboy dragged by bus in Australia5Couple who met on bus take double decker to weddingAlso in newsAmy Winehouse's dad loses court case over auctionMitch Winehouse accused two friends of profiting from items sold at auctions in the United States.4 hrs agoLondonMother and six children die in Pennsylvania house explosionFirefighters found the mother, 34, and her children, aged from three to 11, trapped inside the home, police say. 39 mins agoUS & CanadaPolice fire rubber bullets as Paraguay derby abandonedSix police officers were hurt, while dozens of fans were detained causing a Paraguay first division game to be abandoned after 29 minutes.7 hrs agoFootballAt least 25 killed in firecracker factory blast in IndiaMostly female workers have been killed in the blast, which occurred in Tamil Nadu state.9 hrs agoAsiaWatch: Skydiver crashes into jumbotron at US football gameA skydiver crashed into the massive scoreboard at Virginia Tech University's stadium, dangling from a parachute before first responders carried out a rescue without injury.33 mins agoUS & CanadaNew Zealand declares state of emergency in Wellington as floods hitFootage online shows vehicles submerged, trees uprooted and houses hit by landslides.10 hrs agoAsiaTwo arrested over synagogue attack in LondonA bottle containing a type of accelerant was thrown at the synagogue in Harrow, north-west London.1 hr agoLondonMost read1Japan on high alert for 'huge' second quake after issuing tsunami warning2The insider trading suspicions looming over Trump's presidency3Man kills seven of his children, and an eighth child, in Louisiana mass shooting4Rebel Wilson's claims against actress are 'malicious concoctions', Australian court hears5'They told me he was dead': Children born near army base learn truth about UK soldier dads6Super-slim Welsh house sells for just £45,0007Ontario Premier Doug Ford agrees to sell $21m private jet following outcry8Spat at, threatened and kidnapped: British Jews tell of rising antisemitism9Rumen Radev's party wins Bulgarian election10India has splurged billions on metro trains. But where are the commuters?SportRosenior feels '100%' support from Chelsea ownersChelsea head coach Liam Rosenior says he feels "100%" support from the club's ownership despite a run of four league defeats without scoring.1 hr agoChelseaShould Gabriel have been sent off for Haaland clash?Gabriel pushed his head towards Erling Haaland's face yet escaped with only a booking. Why did the VAR not intervene for a red card?3 hrs agoPremier LeagueHow money is talking as Fitzpatrick turns up volumeWith reports that the LIV money taps may soon be turned off and Matt Fitzpatrick silencing the locals on the PGA Tour, Iain Carter analyses another tumultuous week in golf.1 hr agoGolfRecord-breaking Bayern win Bundesliga - now for the TrebleFree-scoring Bayern Munich swept to the German title for the 35th time. Now their sights turn towards completing the Treble.20 hrs agoEuropean FootballF1 bosses to use 'scalpel rather than baseball bat' for changesF1 bosses will use "a scalpel rather than a baseball bat" in making changes to the sport's rules at a meeting on Monday, says Toto Wolff.3 hrs agoFormula 1LIVEWorld Championship live text - Higgins v Carter & Wu v LeiWatch live coverage and follow text updates as John Higgins takes on Ali Carter & Wu Yize takes on Lei Peifan in first round at the Crucible in Sheffield.Konate says he is close to signing new Liverpool dealIbrahima Konate says he is "close to an agreement" with Liverpool over a new contract and there is a "big chance" he will stay.4 hrs agoLiverpool
