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Three ways to watch the solar eclipse safely without glasses

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 18:29
With some shops running out of stock, it may be too late to buy eclipse glasses - but you can still safely watch the spectacle using some household items.

Three ways to watch safely without glasses

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 18:29
With some shops running out of stock, it may be too late to buy eclipse glasses - but you can still safely watch the spectacle using some household items.

Russia using North Korean missiles to strike Ukraine, Zelensky says

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 18:19
Ukraine's president says strikes in Zaporizhzhia - which killed seven people - involved ballistic missiles from Russia's ally.

Did President Trump Escape Air Force One In A Catering Truck?

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 18:13
The Washington Post has reported on a secret presidential plane swap.

A coup for Bezos and a windfall for FSG - where does deal leave Liverpool?

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 18:00
Why investment by a group including Jeff Bezos would not make a marked difference to Liverpool's spending power - and might sit uneasily with fans.

When do A-level results come out and what time does Ucas update?

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 17:49
Your full guide to A-level results day, including what to do if you are not happy with your grades.

Russia releases former US Marine reported in poor health

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 17:47
Robert Gilman, who was arrested in 2022 for kicking a police officer while drunk, had reportedly been in a catatonic-like state.

Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 17:32
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says town centres have been "hollowed out" by decades of decline.

Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 17:32
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says town centres have been "hollowed out" by decades of decline.

Lebanon parliament votes to abolish death penalty

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 17:24
The new law - which next goes to the cabinet for approval - would make Lebanon the first country in the Middle East to end capital punishment.

Thailand suspends new gun permits after mass shooting

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 17:11
Authorities promise tough new laws in the country, which has high levels of firearms ownership.

How the weather will affect your viewing

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 17:02
Look to the skies on Wednesday because one of the most spectacular solar eclipses for decades is coming the UK's way with likely optimum viewing conditions for many.

Ousted Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 16:50
The ex-president is convicted of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity during the country's civil war.

BBC Weather's monthly outlook

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 16:49
Our latest long-term UK forecast focusing on likely trends for the next four weeks.

Trump hid in catering truck in secret plane swap over Iran threat, reports say

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 16:47
The US president was reportedly part of a ruse where reporters were falsely told he was with them on Air Force One leaving a Nato summit in Turkey.

Summer 2026 on course to be UK's hottest on record, says Met Office

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 16:23
Only average conditions are needed for the remainder of August to break the record, which was set just last year.

France bans unsolicited telemarketing calls

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 16:19
Cold calling is coming to an end in France, with one consumer group calling the ban a "small revolution".

Eclipse chasers scramble for glasses as stocks run low

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 16:10
Specialist glasses are all but sold out online ahead of the UK's most significant eclipse since 1999.

Unhappy PSG given extra Super Cup dressing room

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 16:06
Champions League winners Paris St-Germain were unhappy with the space they were given at Red Bull Arena.

Rocky Flintoff hits first professional century for Lancs

Mar, 11/08/2026 - 16:06
Rocky Flintoff, the 18-year-old son of legendary former England all-rounder Andrew, hits his first professional century for Lancashire.