Moscow’s mayor says 450 drones were downed during the overnight barrage, in which two people died. Read full story Author:
Ed Sheeran admits ‘mistakes’ at first show since Macklemore controversy
The singer spoke about Israel and Gaza after Macklemore was dropped from his tour for making pro-Palestinian remarks on stage. Read full story Author:
The deadly new drugs making Scotland’s fight against addiction even harder
Experts warn potent new substances are making an already deadly crisis more dangerous. Read full story Author:
Ed Davey calls for immediate 10p cut to fuel duty
Sir Ed blamed Donald Trump’s war with Iran for damaging the UK economy and pushing fuel prices up. Read full story Author:
Our head teacher was an abuser. We joined forces to get justice – now we’re married
Students spent years collecting evidence against their Indonesian principal, before falling in love. Read full story Author:
Sex and dating for the sandwich generation – Sharon Horgan on her latest comedy Youth
“It’s really weird watching yourself age on screen because that’s not fun,” Horgan reveals. Read full story Author:
Cultural treasures are being destroyed by war, and people want justice
A cauldron of conflicts is bubbling across the world, with cultural monuments being destroyed. These people are fighting against it. Read full story Author:
‘People forget we exist’: Why older LGBTQ+ people fear losing identity
A report suggests older LGBTQ+ people experience more social isolation than their heterosexual peers. Read full story Author:
Trump escalates media fight after week of setbacks
An embattled Trump has injected his fight with the news media with new acrimony, writes the BBC’s Anthony Zurcher. Read full story Author:
‘I don’t even know if my parents are alive’ – the war heroes jailed 25 years ago
The children of key politicians jailed 25 years ago without a trace in Eritrea want answers. Read full story Author:
Billionaire Man United owner loses moral high ground after tax exile, Labour chair says
The billionaire businessman told the BBC he has lost confidence in the UK due to a combination of high taxes and high immigration. Read full story Author:
Homes evacuated over fears fire at seaside hotel weakened building’s structure
Residents living near Folkestone’s Grand Burstin Hotel relocated after safety inspectors’ concerns. Read full story Author:
German elections under way which could decide fate of Chancellor Merz
The chancellor is facing intense political pressure which will increase if his party struggles in Sunday’s polls. Read full story Author:
Trump says US will form ‘AI Force’ and appoint an artificial intelligence tsar
The president said his administration “will not in any way hinder or stifle the growth” amid amid warnings about the emergent technology. Read full story Author:
Strictly returns with new hosting trio as celebrities find out dance pairings
Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe take over from long-running presenting duo Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. Read full story Author:
Maddy Cusack’s family still waiting for answers on third anniversary of her death
The third anniversary of Maddy Cusack’s death falls during a pause in the footballer’s inquest. Read full story Author:
Twin’s stillbirth inspires grieving father’s children’s book
Richard Ganjavi says you never get over the loss of a child but hopes his book will be her legacy. Read full story Author:
The Meta glasses revolution – is it okay to film people in public?
Meta glasses, made by the company behind Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram, have made it easier for people to film discreetly in public. Read full story Author:
I got paid $5,000 to move to a place I’d never heard of
Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big cities for a cheaper, quieter life. Read full story Author:
Asian hornet hunt leads to nest discovery
Bee keepers and inspectors used GPS trackers to follow the insects and find the nest in Oldham. Read full story Author: