Quiz of the week: Oscars fashion, superyacht and Dyson's new gizmo

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

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In pictures: Behind the shop facade

Photographer Jim Grover looks back at the life of Maurice Dorfman, who ran a fashion shop in Clapham.

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World Cup 2022: How has Qatar treated stadium workers?

Qatar has used thousands of foreign workers to build its World Cup facilities. Many may have died.

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UK farmers call for weedkiller ban over Parkinson’s fears

Some farmers say studies suggest Paraquat could be a factor in the onset of Parkinson's Disease.

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Energy price cap: Bill shock for millions as rises hit

A host of essential bills - dominated by energy - are rising from now with warnings of more to come.

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The Papers: 'April Cruel Day' as prices rise on 'Bleak Friday'

Friday's front pages focus on the rise in energy and other household bills.

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Ukraine war: Cars appear to drive around landmines placed in road near Kyiv

A video posted on social media appears to show cars carefully driving around landmines near Kyiv.

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Ukraine round-up: Russia sets gas deadline for West and troops leave Chernobyl

President Putin demands roubles for gas supplies, as Russian troops redeploy around Ukraine.

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Ex-hostage recounts ordeal at trial of Islamic State jihadist

An Italian aid worker says he was beaten and given dog names by his Islamic State captors in Syria.

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Covid: Can I catch Omicron twice?

As Covid continues to spread rapidly, are many people catching Omicron for a second time?

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The UK video games market is worth a record £7.16bn

Gamers in the UK spent more last year than they did during the height of lockdown.

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Ukraine War: Putin demands Mariupol surrender to end shelling

Russia's defence ministry has since announced a one-day ceasefire on Thursday to let civilians leave.

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The Papers: Childbirth 'not safe' in England and Beckham raid

Thursday's front pages focus on fallout of the Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust maternity scandal.

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Ukraine round-up: Little progress in peace talks as shelling continues

No breakthrough, says Russia, while Ukraine says Russia has broken a promise to pull back troops.

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Ukraine conflict: Russia to allow unauthorised imports from West

The decision is in response to Western sanctions and surging inflation since the war in Ukraine.

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Ronin Network: What a $600m hack says about the state of crypto

The hack of the Ronin Network crypto platform leaves thousands out of pocket and plenty of questions.

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Joe Biden signs anti-lynching bill in historic first

The US Congress has previously failed to pass anti-lynching legislation more than 200 times.

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Ukraine peace talks: The West calls for actions not words from Russia

The West calls for actions not words after the first sign of progress in peace talks.

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Covid: Free parking for NHS hospital staff in England to end this week

From Friday, many NHS hospital staff will need to pay for parking as a government scheme ends.

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Rules on free lateral flow and PCR Covid tests published

The list of who can get free tests after 1 April in England is now out, but most people will have to pay.

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Why the Red Cross has to be neutral in the Ukraine conflict

The ICRC is worried that its operations might be undermined by misinformation about its work.

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Six month warning over £20 and £50 paper notes

People are being urged to spend or deposit paper notes as they are replaced with plastic ones.

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The Papers: Abramovich poisoning and first Partygate fines

The alleged chemical poisoning of the Russian tycoon and fines for Downing Street parties lead the papers.

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Knoydart community owns Britain's remotest mainland pub

Locals succeed in their bid to buy The Old Forge on the Knoydart Peninsula in a landmark deal.

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Batley man jailed for son's murder 21 years after attack

Alan Bird's son Lewis died in 2019 after being smothered as a toddler in 2001.

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Filey paraglider breaks man's nose in cliff-top crash

The pilot of the craft flew off after hitting a walker on the North Yorkshire coast, police say.

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Brothers, 12 and 13, wanted for raiding top London hotels

A warrant for the pair, who are accused of burgling Claridges and the Four Seasons, is issued.

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Oscars fashion: Red carpet in pictures

See which stars impressed on the famous red carpet on Hollywood's biggest night.

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Schools white paper to include maths and English targets

Critics say the plans for England's schools lack ambition and could leave poorer pupils further behind.

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Big regional divide on some energy bill charges

Rises in standing charges on electricity bills will vary significantly according to where people live.

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The long fight to prosecute our father for rape

Sisters Alex and Chyann saw their case rejected three times as they tried to get justice.

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Ukraine: UK lawyer appointed to probe war crime claims

The former International Criminal Court judge will advise Ukraine's prosecutor, attorney general says.

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Afghanistan: Taliban bars BBC TV programmes from schedules

Radio and online are unaffected as the regime stops local TV showing international partner content.

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Ferry firms to meet officials over P&O fallout

Bosses from DFDS and Stena Lines will meet transport officials to discuss fallout from P&O's sackings.

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Verstappen wins GP after late overtake

Max Verstappen wins an intense race-long battle with Charles Leclerc to take his first victory of the season in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

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Man found buried in garden died from stab wound to neck

A post-mortem examination was carried out on the remains of 42-year-old Nicholas Billingham.

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Grass fires: Wales' resources stretched by 'burn season'

Crews waste their time by attending fires started on purpose - but legally - by landowners.

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War in Ukraine: Musicians perform emotional concert in Kharkiv metro station

Musicians performed the concert at a metro station in Kharkiv, being used as a makeshift shelter.

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World freedoms at stake, President Biden tells US troops

President Joe Biden tells US troops in Poland that global democracy is at risk amid Ukraine war.

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Spotify stops streaming in Russia over safety concerns

New laws threaten jail for people accused of spreading "fake news" about Russia's armed forces.

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England in West Indies: Joshua da Silva nudges hosts into ascendency on day two

West Indies edge into the ascendency in the third Test against England by opening a slim first-innings lead in Grenada.

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War in Ukraine: Change of emphasis or admission of failure by Moscow?

Moscow now says the main aim is to "liberate" eastern Ukraine - a change of emphasis or more?

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Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will go ahead after missile 'attack'

The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will go ahead as planned after a missile attack on an oil facility near the track in Jeddah.

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Next stop Kyiv - the battle on the capital's outskirts

In Irpin, only a few civilians remain as volunteers bolster defences a few miles from Kyiv.

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Ukraine war: Return to Irpin, the town destroyed in the battle for Kyiv

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen returns to Irpin, where Ukrainian forces say they're pushing back Russians.

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Ukraine daily roundup: World leaders show united front at major summits

It was a busy day of international diplomacy on Thursday, with several emergency summits taking place.

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The Papers: Biden's chemical weapon warning and 'Shame on' P&O

Rising tensions with Russia and criticism of a ferry firm boss are among a mix of stories in the papers.

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Lower energy bills for people near wind turbines considered

The government is looking at lowering people's energy bills based on how close they are to onshore wind turbines.

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Rishi Sunak denies link to Russia through firm part-owned by wife

An Indian software giant part-owned by the chancellor's wife has kept its presence in Moscow.

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Lord Michael Grade chosen as Ofcom chairman

The UK media regulator is to get a new supremo in the ex-BBC chairman, after a two-year search.

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Small business owners: 'We're taking the hit'

Many entrepreneurs are struggling to balance soaring costs and keep their businesses profitable.

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Ukraine war: BBC World Service granted emergency funding

The government grants more than £4m to the World Service to help fight Russian disinformation.

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The Papers: 'No heat to eat' as 'Sunak told: slash more taxes'

Thursday's front pages respond to Chancellor Rishi Sunak's Spring Statement.

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Madeleine Albright: First female US secretary of state dies

Tributes are being paid to the Czech immigrant who became the first woman to hold the top post in US diplomacy.

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Spring Statement: One family's cost of living experience

The Fords are a busy family and, like many, they’ve noticed the impact of rising prices.

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Goldman Sachs boss David Solomon set to DJ Lollapalooza

Goldman Sachs boss David Solomon will play the four-day music festival in Chicago.

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A bomb hit this theatre hiding hundreds - here's how one woman survived

The BBC speaks to survivors of the Mariupol theatre attack, who describe for the first time what happened.

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P&O Ferries says it didn't break law over sackings

The firm shares details of compensation payouts, in which around 40 seafarers will get £100,000 each.

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US rolls back Trump-era tariffs on UK steel

The deal follows similar agreements the US has reached with allies including the European Union.

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Cabinet split over changing planning law to allow more wind farms

Ministers are preparing plans to produce more energy in England but are at odds over how to do it.

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Driver in pick-up truck flipped by Texas tornado

Watch the moment the vehicle is tossed in the air by the twister as storms swept across Texas.

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Amanda Bynes: Judge ends former actress's nine-year conservatorship

The former child star was placed under the legal guardianship after drug and mental health problems.

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The 3 Russian cyber-attacks the West most fears

US intelligence says Russia could launch cyber-attacks on the West. What is the worst-case scenario?

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Video clip of hoax call with UK minister Ben Wallace published

The UK blames Russia for the call targeted at Ben Wallace during a visit to Poland last week.

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Woman stranded on Newquay cliffs rescued

Emergency services renew warnings to stay safe in the water and check tide times.

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UK government mulls move to take over Gazprom unit

The BBC understands the UK division of Russian gas giant Gazprom could be placed into administration.

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The Papers: Putin's Mariupol threat and Gove 'target of plot'

The invasion of Ukraine leads many front pages while others focus on an alleged plot to kill Michael Gove.

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Ukraine war: Russian soldiers fire on Kherson protesters

Protesters in Kherson scattered as explosions are heard and shots were fired by Russian soldiers.

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A young soldier's funeral and a city facing starvation - Ukraine war daily round-up

Fears that Russia wants to starve Mariupol into surrender, and a young soldier isolated from his family is buried.

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Multiple Apple services suffer outages

The firm's system status page shows issues with services including Maps and Apple TV

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E-waste: Royal Mint wants to turn your old phone into gold

The Royal Mint has found a way to turn old circuit boards from phones, computers and TVs into gold.

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Kenya’s Killer Roads: Dodgy driving licences and dangerous vehicles in Kenya

Kenya’s road accidents and deaths are on the rise, Africa Eye reveals cracks in Kenya’s road safety systems.

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William and Kate dance and taste chocolate during day two of Belize tour

"They were shaking their waists like nobody's business," said a local woman who danced with the duke.

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Isle of Wight e-scooter complaints exceed 1,000

Complaints include riding on the pavement, anti-social behaviour and underage use.

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Breakdancing changed my life

A dancer from Vietnam says breaking kept him away from drugs and helped him deal with family problems.

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P&O treatment of workers a disgrace, says Donaldson

The DUP leader says his party will do "everything in our power" to ensure workers get support.

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Middlesbrough 0-2 Chelsea: Blues beat Championship side to reach FA Cup semi-finals

Romelu Lukaku scores his 12th goal of the season as Chelsea beat Championship side Middlesbrough to reach the FA Cup semi-finals.

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Street fighting in Mariupol and hypersonic missiles: Ukraine war daily round-up

Fierce fighting on Mariupol's streets, and Russia denies its cosmonauts wore Ukrainian colours in space.

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From waitress to cafe owner, all while still a teenager

Chloe Campbell was 15 when she got a job in a Moray cafe - four years later she is the new boss.

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Week in pictures: 12 - 18 March 2022

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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P&O Ferries security ‘treated staff like criminals’

Sacked P&O Ferries crew "felt intimidated" when security guards were deployed on ship.

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Ukraine war: Empty prams lined up in Lviv for children killed in war

Each of the 109 prams in Lviv are a tribute to the number of children who have died in the war so far.

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Deepfake presidents used in Russia-Ukraine war

Videos of Putin and Zelensky declaring the war is over have been circulating online.

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Abramovich's jet among 100 planes grounded by US

The US government has grounded 100 Russia-affiliated aircraft believed to have violated US export controls

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Sarah Everard vigil: Met Police appeal against High Court ruling

Scotland Yard says the decision to appeal "is important for policing and the public".

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Russian oligarch Strzhalkovsky's super yacht stuck in Norway

The Ragnar is owned by Vladimir Strzhalkovsky, who has been linked to Vladimir Putin.

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Ukraine conflict round-up: Putin's peace demands and a new 'Russian wall'

Rescue workers search for survivors of the Mariupol theatre bombing as Russia's advance grinds on.

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Staffordshire charity saving dogs from Ukraine

Rescuer Elina Olifaruk said 25 dogs were arriving in the UK this week for adoption.

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Boy, 12, denies burglary spree of top London hotels

The boy, who cannot be named, is accused of targeting Claridge's and the Four Seasons among others.

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On Ukraine's front line, resisting Russian attack

BBC's Quentin Sommerville reports from alongside the troops defending Ukraine's second city.

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In pictures: 2022 Sony World Photography Awards

The winners of the Open category of the 2022 Sony World Photography Awards have been announced.

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Special access inside Big Ben's newly refurbished clock tower

The restoration project of Big Ben is almost over and scaffolding around the clock has been removed.

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Anoosheh Ashoori: Daughter and wife say they'll welcome him with cake and beer

Anoosheh Ashoori's wife and daughter spoke to the BBC as he flew home after years in an Iranian prison.

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Man United's Pogba reveals burglary at his home

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba says his home was burgled during his side's Champions League game against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday.

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War in Ukraine: Fourth Russian general killed - Zelensky

The news raises questions on why senior Russian officers are getting so close to the fighting.

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Manchester United 0-1 Atletico Madrid (agg 1-2): Renan Lodi puts Diego Simeone's side into quarter-finals

Renan Lodi's first-half header puts Manchester United out of the Champions League and sends Atletico Madrid into the quarter-finals.

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War in Ukraine: What happened on day 20 of Russia's invasion

Three PMs visit Kyiv, while staff at a hospital in Mariupol say they are being held like hostages.

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Ukraine refugees: Bringing my mother to the UK

Marianne filmed her experiences of using the Home Office's Ukraine Family Scheme in Poland.

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Met Police apologise after officers strip-search Hackney schoolgirl

A safeguarding report concluded the search was unjustified and racism was a "likely" factor.

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Hertfordshire gardener smashes own tomato growing record

Douglas Smith grew more than 1,000 tomatoes on a single stem, breaking his own record.

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Queen holds afternoon tea for Canada's governor general after missing service

The monarch, 95, greeted Canada's governor general the day after the Commonwealth Service.

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Potholes near Sir Rod Stewart's Essex home to be fixed in April

The local authority announces a plan of action after Sir Rod posts videos of himself with a shovel.

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Ukraine war: Protester interrupts Russian TV news show

A woman with a placard reading 'no war' appeared behind a newsreader on Russian state-controlled TV.

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Russia-Ukraine war: British Fox News journalist injured

Benjamin Hall, 39, was reportedly news gathering outside Kyiv at the time of Monday's incident.

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Putin changes law on leased jets to keep them flying

The Russian president signs new law allowing foreign-leased jets to keep flying in Russia.

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UK's most premature twins both home with family

Harley Crane is discharged after 140 days in hospital, a week after her brother Harry.

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Baftas 2022: Encanto director takes glasses campaigner to London ceremony

12-year-old Lowri was invited to the Baftas after asking Disney to portray more characters in glasses.

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William Hurt: Oscar-winning actor dies at 71

His roles ranged from acclaimed 1980s dramas to playing General Thaddeus Ross in five Marvel films.

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Unions warn of job losses if rail firms close ticket offices

Train operators are talking to unions about how to address job changes in a bid to modernise the railways

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War in Ukraine: What happened on day 18 of Russia's invasion

A military base near the Polish border is attacked, and the UK announces a scheme to house refugees.

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Poland feels the strain of Ukraine's refugees

The eastern town of Zamosc has welcomed thousands of refugees but locals wonder how long they can cope.

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Brent Renaud: Friend of US journalist killed in Ukraine speaks to BBC

Mea last spoke to Brent four days ago, and says he was excited to work on a documentary in Ukraine.

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Bafta Film Awards 2022 red carpet in pictures

Stars of the big screen have been at the Bafta Awards, the biggest night in the UK film calendar.

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Bafta Film Awards 2022: Stars step out on the red carpet

The stars turn out on the red carpet at the Bafta Film Awards 2022.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'urban landscape'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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The first sex worker strike: 'We are just women and mothers'

When 200 French sex workers took refuge in a church, it started a movement

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War in Ukraine: 'No one wants to die' - meeting Ukraine's teenage soldiers

Young volunteers swap their studies for assault rifles as they prepare to defend Kyiv from Russian forces.

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England in West Indies: Spirited tourists have to settle for draw in first Test

England have to settle for a draw in the first Test against West Indies despite a spirited performance on the final day in Antigua.

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Six Nations: Ireland see off brave 14-man England

Ireland keep their hopes of a Six Nations title alive as they finally see off a valiant, spirited England.

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Brexit: Micheál Martin and Boris Johnson discuss NI Protocol

Micheál Martin and Boris Johnson met prior to attending the Ireland-England rugby match on Saturday.

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Manchester United 3-2 Tottenham Hotspur: Cristiano Ronaldo scores hat-trick in thriller

Cristiano Ronaldo scores a hat-trick as Manchester United beat Tottenham to move into the Champions League places.

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Rod Stewart fixes potholes near his Harlow home

The singer shovels gravel on the road and claims his Ferrari cannot get through the potholes.

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The Papers: Kyiv faces siege and UK under fire over refugees

The coming battle for Ukraine's capital and the ongoing fallout from conflict dominate the headlines

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Ukraine: What happened on day 16 of Russia's invasion

Vladimir Putin paves the way for foreign fighters to join the war, while Russia widens its attacks.

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British Pie Awards: Gluten free pie crowned winner

This is the first time the free-from category produced an overall winning pie.

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Battle for Mykolaiv: 'We are winning this fight, but not this war'

In the southern city of Mykolaiv, Ukrainian forces are battling to stop the Russian advance.

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Queen pulls out of attending Commonwealth Service

The Queen will not attend next week's service at Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace says.

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Ukraine war: Fact-checking Russia's biological weapons claims

The BBC finds no evidence for Russian claims that Ukraine is developing biological weapons with US support.

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WATCH: Disposal experts defuse unexploded bomb in Ukraine

An unexploded 500kg (1102lb) bomb was discovered in Chernihiv in northern Ukraine.

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Ukraine: What sanctions are being imposed on Russia?

Western nations have imposed severe sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.

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'Death railway' veteran Jack Jennings turns 103 with sing-along

Jack Jennings was one of 60,000 prisoners forced to build a railway between Thailand and Myanmar.

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Classic Queen cover art for A Day at the Races sells for £28k

The piece was by David Costa, an artist who worked with Elton John, The Beatles and Queen.

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Plato and Aristotle inspire Belfast pupils

Philosophy has become part of Holy Cross pupils' lives in and out of school.

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The Papers: 'Barbaric' children's hospital bombing 'a new low'

A picture of a pregnant woman being carried from the wreckage in Mariupol dominates the papers.

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Ukraine war: Children of the Soviet era running from Russia

A veteran of the Soviet-Afghan war is among many older Ukrainians now seeking refuge abroad.

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Ros Atkins on... food price rises and the Ukraine war

Ros Atkins looks at why global food price rises appear inevitable as a consequence of Russia invading Ukraine.

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Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day 14

A hospital is attacked as civilians try to escape. Here is your guide to the 14th day of fighting.

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Absent UK soldiers may have travelled to Ukraine - Army

The Army says it's "actively and strongly encouraging" the soldiers to return to the UK.

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Ukrainian actor Pasha Lee killed in Russian bombardment

Pasha Lee, 33, had signed up to defend his country at the start of the war.

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Parents' joy at premature twin returning home

One of two twins thought to be the most premature to survive in the UK is home with his parents.

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Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day 13

Some civilians are finally able to escape Russian bombardment. Here's your guide to day 13 of the war.

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Ukraine: Travel curfew halts Irish student's escape attempt

A 19-year-old Irish woman living in Sumy is observing a travel curfew as she tries to leave Ukraine.

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Zelensky's moments: From TV star to wartime leader

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, a comedian who had no experience of politics when elected, has emerged as a convincing war leader.

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In full: Ukrainian President Zelensky's message to UK

President Zelensky makes an historic address in the House of Commons about the invasion by Russia.

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Ghislaine Maxwell: Juror admits 'mistake' not revealing abuse

He failed to disclose on a jury sheet that he had been abused, so Maxwell's lawyers are demanding a retrial.

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War in Ukraine: Five times Russians have stood up for Ukraine

Videos from social media show some Russian citizens, at home and abroad, protesting the war in Ukraine.

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Iowa tornadoes: Seven people killed, including two children

Seven people are dead after tornadoes packing winds of up to 138 mph (222kph) tore through Iowa.

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Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day 12

Russia is still bombarding cities despite offering escape routes. Here's your guide to day 12 of the war.

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Ukraine war: Chernobyl workers' 12-day ordeal under Russian guard

The nuclear power plant was seized on day one of Russia's invasion, and workers have not left since.

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McDonald's and Coca-Cola boycott calls grow over Russia

Food and drink giants have been criticised on social media for failing to speak out on Ukraine's invasion.

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Ukraine invasion: The children with cancer fleeing war at home

The NGO Herosi are trying to find places for the patients in medical care across Europe.

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The Papers: 'Running for their lives' as terror 'rains down'

Civilian attempts to flee Ukrainian cities being targeted by Russian forces lead Monday's papers.

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Zeebrugge disaster: Memorial service for 193 victims marks 35 years

People gather at a church in Kent to mark the 1987 ferry disaster which claimed 193 lives.

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War in Ukraine: Taking cover in a town under attack

Jeremy Bowen was on the frontline in Irpin, as residents came under Russian fire while trying to flee.

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Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day 11

More than 1.5 million Ukrainians have fled the country. Here's what you need to know after day 11 of the war.

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TikTok stops new content being uploaded in Russia

The video streaming platform says it is protecting users while it assesses Russia's new "fake news" laws.

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Ukraine invasion: Military couple marry on the frontline

Lesya and Valeri, both civil defence volunteers, tied the knot at a checkpoint near Kyiv.

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BBC Ukrainian editor: 'My mother called to say she'd managed to buy bread'

In the second week of war, the BBC's Ukrainian editor says empty shelves are an increasing reality.

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Ukraine: We are at war - what do we tell our children?

In Ukraine, families are having to adapt to being at war. But what do you tell the children?

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Ukraine crisis: The free world fights back against Putin

Several US presidents have failed to get the measure of him but now Europe has joined the fray things may change.

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The Papers: 'Merciless Putin' and PM's six-point plan

The Russia shelling of the Ukrainian city Mariupol is among Sunday's lead stories.

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Ukraine war: Invaded people will be our judge, says Boris Johnson

The PM calls for a renewed effort from world leaders to tackle Vladimir Putin's "barbarous assault".

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Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day 10

Residents remain trapped in besieged cities. Here's what you need to know after day 10 of the war.

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Highland hermit makes surprise film festival visit

Ken Smith left his log cabin for the premiere of a documentary about his 40 years in isolation.

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Game Of Thrones actor John Stahl dies aged 68

The Scottish actor was also well known for playing Inveradarroch in soap opera Take The High Road.

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Why Tears For Fears' new album took seven years to make

The band say there were several "false dawns" on the road to making The Tipping Point.

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Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day nine

Europe’s largest nuclear plant seized. Here's what you need to know after day nine of the war.

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UK bank accounts frozen over 'oligarch links'

A judge has frozen UK accounts run by Graham Bonham-Carter over alleged links to Oleg Deripaska.

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War in Ukraine: Russians on boycotts, sanctions and cancellations

Russia is being hit by a global backlash after it invaded Ukraine. How does it feel to be shunned?

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Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day eight

Cities under relentless bombardment. Here's what you need to know after day eight of the war.

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Ukraine conflict: Before and after images reveal Russian destruction

These images show the aftermath of devastating Russian missile attacks on civilian areas across Ukraine.

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Ukraine conflict: Telling my children why dad joined the war - Kyiv mother

Olena Gnes says it is important for her children to know their father joined Ukraine's defence unit.

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Ukraine: Why has Russia's 64km convoy near Kyiv stopped moving?

Russian forces advancing on the Ukrainian capital appear to have stalled, US and UK officials say.

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Ukraine conflict: Russia's plan not going as they wanted - Ben Wallace

The defence secretary says that Russia's attempt to present itself as Ukraine's liberator has failed.

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Banksy works sell for millions at auction

The two pieces, owned by Robbie Williams, went under the hammer in London on Wednesday.

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Essex lorry deaths: Smuggler to pay £6,000 to victims' families

A total of 39 Vietnamese people were found dead after a failed people-smuggling operation in 2019.

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'Putin has to be stopped' - the Britons preparing to fight in Ukraine

We talk to some of the people responding to President Zelensky's appeal for foreigners to join in the defence of his country

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Owners evicted from Argyll castle after 22-year fight

Marian Van Overwaele has been fighting eviction from Knockderry Castle in Argyll since 1997.

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Ukraine conflict: Donations pile high at London centre

A Polish social club in London launched an appeal for donations to send to Poland and Ukraine.

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Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day six

TV tower attacked in Kiev and horror in Kharkiv. Here's what you need to know after day six of the war.

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Ship carrying 4,000 luxury cars sinks off the Azores

A ship carrying thousands of luxury cars has sunk nearly two weeks after it caught fire.

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Colwyn Bay man died after 200-coffee caffeine overdose

Personal trainer Tom Mansfield died after miscalculating the amount of caffeine powder in drink.

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'Don't judge my cooking, it's not Bake Off,' quips William

Prince William struggles in the kitchen on a St David's Day trip to Wales.

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Sainsbury’s to close 200 cafes putting 2,000 jobs at risk

The supermarket chain says it is planning to close 200 of its in-store cafes next month.

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