Is attacking Ukraine's power grid a war crime?

Western leaders say Russia's attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure are illegal, but what does the law say?

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The Papers: 'Royal race row' and Covid jabs warning

Thursday's papers focus on the race row embroiling Buckingham Palace, and a warning over Covid in the UK.

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US President Joe Biden plans to meet Prince William and Catherine in Boston

Prince William and Catherine arrive in the US ahead of the Earthshot Prize award ceremony.

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Mobo Awards: Little Simz and Knucks tie for best album prize

Little Simz and Knucks tie for the main prize, while Craig David wins outstanding contribution.

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San Francisco to allow police 'killer robots'

The measure permits police to deploy robots equipped with explosives in extreme circumstances.

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Analysis: Palace row raises awkward questions about race

A Buckingham Palace reception is overtaken by a racism row that could scarcely have come at a worse time.

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Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter, dies aged 79

The singer-songwriter, behind some of the group's biggest hits, dies after an illness, her family says.

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Girls Aloud: It's 20 years since pop greats were born on Popstars The Rivals

It's two decades since a talent show launched one of the most successful girl bands in chart history.

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Ros Atkins on... China's crackdown on Covid protests

The BBC's Ros Atkins looks at how authorities have clamped down on protests against Covid measures.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Rampant England march on' and Alzheimer's progress

Wednesday's papers hail England's victory, and a landmark moment for Alzheimer's research.

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Analysis: A poignant moment for talented Rashford

Marcus Rashford is showing his return to form after a painful road is almost complete, writes Phil McNulty

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Leader of US far-right militia guilty of sedition

Founder Stewart Rhodes and one other member, Kelly Meggs, were both found guilty on the rare charge.

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Onshore wind: Grant Shapps criticised for 'nonsense' claims

The business secretary says wind turbines are now "so big" they cannot be built on land.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Battle of Britain' and end of 'golden era' with China

Tuesday's papers look ahead to the first all-British World Cup match between England and Wales.

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Emergency energy plan not going ahead on Tuesday

National Grid decides not to activate a scheme to help avoid power cuts after being poised to do so.

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Artemis: Nasa's Orion capsule breaks distance record

The spacecraft travels further from Earth than any previous vehicle built for astronauts.

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The papers: China rocked by protests and Hancock out of jungle

Monday's papers lead with the protests in Chinese cities over Beijing's strict zero-Covid policies.

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Palliative care: 'My dad should not have been expected to die in office hours'

Most of the UK lacks consistent round-the-clock care for the terminally ill, research suggests.

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Matt Hancock on I'm A Celebrity: Has the controversial MP been forgiven?

The ex-health secretary was eliminated from I'm a Celebrity, so was his appearance a failure?

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Matt Hancock: MP finishes third on I'm A Celebrity

The former health secretary was beaten by footballer Jill Scott and actor Owen Warner in the final.

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World Cup 2022: Spain 1-1 Germany: Niclas Fullkrug equaliser after Alvaro Morata opener

A late Germany equaliser against Spain boosts their chances of qualifying for the World Cup last 16.

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Tiny Nativity scene in the eye of a needle on display in Birmingham

The artist says he takes drugs to slow his heart and creates the tiny engravings between heartbeats.

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Royal Mail: When are the postal strikes ahead of Christmas?

About 115,000 postal workers are taking part in the dispute with Royal Mail.

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Climate change: Could centuries-old wheat help feed the planet?

Scientists are searching through a museum's wheat collection to find the crop of the future.

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The papers: 'Thousands in 12-hour A&E wait' and Brexit 'blow'

The Sunday Telegraph reports about 4,000 patients a day are waiting more than 12 hours in A&E.

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Doddie Weir: Tributes paid to rugby hero hailed 'a force of nature'

The ex-Scotland rugby international dies six years after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease.

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Daughter cannot watch execution of Kevin Johnson, judge rules

Kevin Johnson faces execution in Missouri on Tuesday for the killing of a police officer.

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Argentina 2-0 Mexico: Lionel Messi & Enzo Fernandez score in crucial win

Lionel Messi scores a superb goal as Argentina get a vital victory over Mexico to boost their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup last 16.

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London Fire Brigade institutionally misogynist and racist - report

London Fire Brigade officers "sexually taunt female colleagues constantly", a report finds.

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World Cup: Iran protesters confronted at World Cup game against Wales

Some fans had flags and T-shirts confiscated while others were shouted at and harassed.

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Black Friday sales rebound as shoppers seek bargains

Figures show sales beat 2021 volumes, with energy-efficient products in high demand.

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Why Donald Trump isn't returning to Twitter (for now)

How the former US president might lose money if he starts tweeting.

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The Papers: 'Student visa crackdown' and record migrant levels

Plans to limit foreign student numbers and figures showing net migration at 504,000 lead the papers.

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Nurses to strike for two days before Christmas

Royal College of Nursing members are set to stage their biggest-ever NHS walkout on 15 and 20 December.

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Ashford bacteria outbreak: Primary school pupil dies with infection

A second child is taken to hospital and pupils and staff are being prescribed antibiotics.

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Liz Truss and Boris Johnson join Tory wind farm rebellion

A Tory MP says the former prime ministers are backing his bid to overturn a ban on new turbines.

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Sports Direct owner buys historic Savile Row tailor

The boss of Frasers Group said the move secured "a long-term future" for the 250-year-old Gieves & Hawkes.

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Watchdog apologises after MPs' Christmas parties row

Parliament's expenses body says it was wrong to tell MPs they could claim for festive gatherings.

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Awaab Ishak: Parents want law to stop further mould deaths in homes

The two-year-old died from a respiratory condition caused by exposure to mould in his family's flat.

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The little-known nut that may save at-risk rainforests

Growing sales of an Indonesian nut called kenari is helping to reduce deforestation.

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Holiday swindlers: The rise of digital travel scams

Social media is helping travel agents to impress clients, and sometimes to scam them.

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Ukraine war: Mourning newborn baby killed in Russian missile strike

The newborn baby's grandmother speaks of her death in an attack on a maternity hospital in Ukraine.

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World Cup 2022: ITV pundit Nadia Nadim reveals mother's death after leaving broadcast

Nadia Nadim says her mother died after being hit by a truck, after the Denmark forward had to leave an ITV broadcast.

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Ukraine war: Blackouts across Ukraine amid wave of Russian strikes

There latest barrage of Russian strikes kill six in Ukraine and impact neighbouring Moldova too.

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Shamima Begum: Stripping of UK citizenship was unlawful, lawyers say

Decision to remove UK citizenship from woman who went to Syria when schoolgirl is being challenged.

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Royal Mail: Strikes over Christmas and Black Friday to go ahead

Royal Mail said it had made its "best and final offer" and accused the union of "holding Christmas to ransom".

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Black Friday deals: Why bigger discounts may come next month

With too much inventory and a possible squeeze on demand, retailers may offer deeper price cuts in December.

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Manchester United: Glazer family owners consider selling Premier League club

Manchester United's American owners the Glazer family say they are considering selling the club as they "explore strategic alternatives".

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Trump taxes: Supreme Court clears Democrats to see returns

Congressional Democrats have been chasing access to Mr Trump's financial records for three years.

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World Cup 2022: England captain Harry Kane set to have scan on right ankle on Wednesday

England skipper Harry Kane is set to have a scan on his right ankle before Friday's World Cup game with the United States.

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Housing target vote faces delay over Tory revolt

It comes as Michael Gove is expected to meet Tory MPs amid the threat of a backbench rebellion.

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UK visas: How does the points-based immigration system work?

Most people wanting to come to the UK to work need to apply via a points-based system.

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How many Covid cases does China have and what are its rules?

Covid-19 is flaring up in China, despite it having some of the toughest lockdown rules in the world.

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The Papers: Lions 'bare teeth' and Starmer's migration policy

England's World Cup win over Iran and a speech on migration by the Labour leader lead the papers.

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Energy bills: Patients prescribed heating as part of health trial

It is aimed at avoiding the cost of hospital care for patients whose conditions are worsened by the cold.

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World Cup 2022: Neco Williams played after suffering family bereavement

Defender Neco Williams reveals he played in Wales' opening World Cup game after being told his grandfather had died.

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Twitter charity partners condemn Musk's 'dangerous' changes

Two of Twitter's most important civil rights partners criticise reinstatement of Trump and West accounts

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World Cup 2022: Tears and emotion as Wales return

It is a day many fans feared they would never see, with 64 years of hurt finally coming to an end.

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Police release four men arrested after NI bomb attack

The men were arrested after the attack on two police officers in Strabane last Thursday.

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Cost of living: 'We both work but we can't afford the family rent'

A nurse is facing eviction with her family, and they can't find a new home within budget.

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The Papers: 'Lions of Arabia' and 'soft Brexit warnings'

The final countdown to England's World Cup kick off is causing much excitement on Monday's front pages.

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Awaab Ishak: Councils put 'on notice' following toddler's mould death

The housing secretary tells providers to improve conditions after Awaab Ishak's death due to mould in his home.

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Musk reinstates Trump's Twitter account

The ban against the ex-US president is lifted, but Trump says he sees no reason to return.

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Snowdonia: Walker found dead after mountain fall

The man in his 50s left a youth hostel on Wednesday and was reported missing the next day.

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Safe haven laws and the surrendered infants in US

Michelle told no-one she was pregnant. So when she gave birth by the roadside, she did something she came to regret.

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The Papers: 'Come on you Lions' and Fifa boss speech 'outrage'

Plenty of stories on Sunday's front pages look forward to the World Cup finally kicking off in Qatar.

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COP27: UN climate talks go into the night amid tense negotiations

Representatives at COP27 in Egypt have been locked in negotiations for far longer than expected.

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Scotland disruption to continue after severe flooding

Sepa says there will be a residual impact of Friday's weather as river levels peak on Saturday.

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The Papers: 'They think it's all sober' and PM's fears for women

Saturday's front pages cover the last-minute decision to stop alcohol being sold at World Cup stadiums.

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Rishi Sunak speaks of safety fears for daughter

The PM says the case of Olivia Pratt-Korbel "brought home" to him the importance of street safety.

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Iran spreading 'bloodshed and destruction' around world, says foreign secretary

James Cleverly will reaffirm the UK's commitment to stopping Iran from producing nuclear weapons.

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Doctor Who: Millie Gibson revealed as Ncuti Gatwa's companion

The 18-year-old Coronation Street actress will play Ruby Sunday in the long-running sci-fi drama.

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Strikes to hit airports and ports over Christmas

Public sector workers including passport controllers are to strike over the Christmas period.

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Taylor Swift tour: Excruciating to watch Ticketmaster ticket chaos, says pop star

The US pop star says she had been told Ticketmaster could handle demand, despite the chaos this week.

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Gaza: At least 21 killed in Jabalia refugee camp fire

At least 10 children have died in a building in the Jabalia refugee camp - the biggest in Gaza.

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Ukraine war: 10 million without power after Russian strikes

At least seven are killed in a new Russian missile barrage, days after an even bigger bombardment.

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Awaab Ishak: Rochdale Boroughwide Housing boss rejects call to resign

Gareth Swarbrick has rejected calls to quit his £185,000 job after the toddler's death.

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Postal workers to strike on six more days in run-up to Christmas

Industrial action is scheduled for six days in December, including Christmas Eve.

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Benjamin Mendy was a predatory serial rapist, prosecutor tells court

Manchester City player Benjamin Mendy assumed women at parties were "good for sex", a prosecutor says.

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Leonid meteor shower: When, where and how to catch a glimpse of the shooting stars

Those in the south and west will have the best chance of catching a glimpse, with clearer skies forecast.

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Rupert Murdoch pays £11,000 for Boris Johnson to visit

The media tycoon paid for flights and accommodation for the former PM to visit Montana last month.

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Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt to unveil spending cuts and tax rises

Pensions and benefits will rise with prices but energy support is expected to be scaled back, the BBC understands.

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Chinese buyout of Newport microchip plant a 'security risk'

The UK government says Nexperia's takeover of Newport Wafer Fab creates national security risks.

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Prince William asked who is his winning World Cup team

The Prince of Wales says he'll be supporting both England and Wales in this year's competition in Qatar.

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Plastic Pollution: Waste from across world found on remote British Island

A tide of plastic debris from all over the world has washed up on Ascension Island, says researchers.

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Hostile states are targeting you, Speaker warns MPs

Mobile phones "potential goldmine" of sensitive information, a letter from Sir Lindsay Hoyle says.

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Qatar World Cup: TV 2 Denmark reporter forced off air

Security staff are seen covering the camera as a TV 2 Denmark reporter tries to broadcast.

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England 1-1 Norway: Lionesses complete 2022 unbeaten despite Ellie Roebuck error

European champions England complete their historic 2022 unbeaten following a 1-1 friendly draw with Norway in Murcia.

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Ryan Reynolds speaks Welsh during awards acceptance

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have been given an award by S4C for promoting Wales.

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Hitmen jailed after gangster rap shooting boast in Glasgow

John McCann and Anton Brannigan blasted two men with a sawn-off shotgun as they sat in a parked van.

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Civil service union urges complaints reform amid bullying claims

The call from the FDA comes after bullying allegations against Justice Secretary Dominic Raab.

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Ukraine war: US and Russian spy chiefs meet face-to-face in Turkey

William Burns meets his Russian counterpart in Turkey following continued nuclear threats from Moscow.

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GTA: Rockstar rejected Eminem movie deal, says insider

A friend of Grand Theft Auto creators the Houser brothers says Hollywood wasted its one chance.

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Day in the life of a struggling single dad: 'I can't take any more of this'

Samuel from Bristol struggles to feed and bathe his two young sons amid the cost of living crisis.

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Cost of living: 'We've got to sell our family home due to mortgage rise'

A mother-of-three says she can't see any option than selling her house due to mortgage rates rising.

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Frasers Group said to be close to buying Savile Row tailor - report

The Sports Direct owner is reported to be advanced talks to buy Savile Row tailor Gieves & Hawkes.

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Faisal Islam: The repair Budget to defuse a financial timebomb

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's key message this week will be about restoring stability and controlling price rises.

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Disability and the cost of living: 'It's our son's life'

Six-year-old Cohen survives off the machines in his home and his mum's energy bills could rise to more than £3,000 a year.

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The Papers: 'Tax rises for all' and 'last chance' to save NHS

Government plans to hike taxes while cutting spending and problems facing the health service lead the front pages.

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Suella Braverman to sign revised deal with France on Channel migrants

The home secretary will finalise a deal with the French to try to curb Channel crossings in small boats.

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Strictly Come Dancing: Tony Adams withdraws with an injury

Judge Shirley Ballas says the sportsman has become one of the nation's favourite entertainers.

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Gwent Police to face misogyny, corruption and racism probe

Gwent Police is investigated after "abhorrent" messages between serving and retired officers emerged.

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The Papers: 'Truss budget' cost £30bn and 'Rishi revives Thatcherism'

The impact of the "disastrous" mini-budget and the spending cut plus tax rises plans to fix it lead the Sunday papers.

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Natasha Jonas beats Marie-Eve Dicaire on points to win IBF light-middleweight title

Unified champion Natasha Jonas outclasses Marie-Eve Dicaire in Manchester to add the IBF title to her WBC and WBO light-middleweight belts.

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King gives up to £600 to staff to help with cost of living crisis

The monarch will use part of his private income to fund the single payment on top of his staffs' salaries.

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Iranian who made Paris airport home for 18 years dies

Mehran Karimi Nasseri, who inspired a Hollywood film, died in Charles de Gaulle airport on Saturday.

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Keith Levene: The Clash guitarist and founding member dies aged 65

Levene was one of the most influential guitarists of all time, his friend and author Adam Hammond says.

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Migrant channel crossings top 40,000 this year

More than 100 migrants came ashore on Saturday, say eyewitnesses, meaning the 40,000 mark is surpassed.

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Ballymoney: Toddler Noah McAleese dies in farm incident

Noah McAleese, 2, was taken to hospital after the incident at Rosepark Farm on Friday afternoon.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Rumble in the jungle' and 'route out' from Raab

Matt Hancock's Covid grilling on I'm a Celebrity and civil servants avoiding the justice secretary are among Saturday's front page stories.

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Which new laws have been held up or shelved?

There are question marks over some high-profile legislation, including on online safety and renters' reform.

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I'm A Celebrity: Matt Hancock asks for forgiveness

The former health secretary was being grilled by campmates about his actions during the pandemic.

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Queen's legacy creates more diverse Order of Merit

Royal honours for arts and sciences are announced, with four of six new members from ethnic minorities.

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Ukraine war: Celebrations as Kyiv takes back key city Kherson

An official says Ukraine's troops are "almost fully in control" after Russia completed its retreat.

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Batman voice actor Kevin Conroy dies aged 66

Conroy voiced Batman in animated TV shows, feature films and video games for nearly 30 years.

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Midterm elections results: Rivalry spills open as Trump lashes out at DeSantis

The ex-president calls Florida's governor "desperate" in the first draw of a metaphorical pistol.

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The Papers: 'Kwarteng blames Truss' and Walliams' 'vile slurs'

An interview with ex-chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng and leaked remarks from TV's David Walliams lead the papers.

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Labour vows to lift ban on onshore wind

A Labour government would ease planning rules for new onshore wind farms, Sir Kier Starmer says.

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I'm A Celebrity: Matt Hancock told breaking Covid rules was 'slap in face'

An I'm a Celebrity campmate challenges the MP about his behaviour which led to his resignation.

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Brussels: Police officer killed in knife attack

Two officers were attacked near Brussels North railway station on Thursday evening.

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Rishi Sunak 'confident' of NI Protocol talks breakthrough

Speaking after meeting Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Rishi Sunak says he wants a "negotiated solution".

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Christmas adverts toned down during cost of living crisis

John Lewis says the cost of living crisis was "front of mind" as it joins other big brands launching festive campaigns.

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US sees 'real problems' for Russia in Ukraine

Russia is retreating from Kherson, the only regional capital it captured during the invasion.

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Boy George's tears as Hancock enters I'm a Celeb camp

The singer says his mother was in hospital during the pandemic, and he thought she was going to die.

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Boomtown Rats guitarist Garry Roberts dies aged 72

The Irish rock group described Roberts as "the guy who summed up the sense of who The Rats are".

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Bristol abattoir workers murdered and mutilated two men, court hears

Ionut-Valentin Boboc and Jacob-Bebe Chers are accused of a double murder in Bristol in 2021.

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Benjamin Mendy: Footballer is a danger to women, jury told

Benjamin Mendy gets it "terribly wrong" regarding consent to sex, the prosecution tells his trial.

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When will we know the results?

Officials have called on voters to be patient as the results of the 8 November midterm are certified.

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The Papers: 'Williamson forced out' and Hancock enters jungle

Gavin Williamson's resignation over bullying claims and Matt Hancock's I'm A Celeb debut lead the papers.

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Matt Hancock says I'm A Celebrity survival is political metaphor

The former health secretary tells viewers they will see the "human side of the guy behind the podium".

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World Cup 2022: Qatar ambassador comments on homosexuality 'harmful and unacceptable'

A Qatar World Cup ambassador calling homosexuality "damage in the mind" is "harmful and unacceptable", says Human Rights Watch.

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COP27: Time to pay the climate bill - vulnerable nations

Giving up means "consigning us to a watery grave" Bahamas PM tells UN climate summit COP27.

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Why an old train could point to a clean energy future

Progress is being made on systems to make hydrogen more economical to store and transport.

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Will The Crown make the young dislike the monarchy?

Younger audiences could see the new royal drama as a history lesson and not fiction, experts warn.

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Gavin Williamson denies fresh bullying allegations

The senior minister is already facing a probe over expletive-laden texts to the ex-chief whip.

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Chris Mason: What are Sunak's instincts as a world leader?

Expensive promises are being made in Egypt but budgets are being squeezed back in the UK.

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COP27: Jailed activist Alaa Abdel Fattah begins 'water strike'

Alaa Abdel Fattah's family have urged Rishi Sunak to secure his release at the COP27 climate summit.

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Apple: iPhone shipments delayed over China Covid lockdown

Tech giant warns customers to expect longer wait times for its new iPhone line due China's Covid lockdown.

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Ebay urges shoppers to pick old over new this Black Friday

This Black Friday the online marketplace is promoting used items to avoid unwanted spending and waste.

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Aaron Carter: Backstreet Boys star leads tributes to late brother

Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter blames "addiction and mental illness" for the death of his sibling.

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Peter Kay announces return to stand-up during I'm A Celebrity

The comedian's comeback was announced during an ad break in Sunday's I'm A Celebrity launch episode.

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COP27: Sunak urges global push to boost clean growth

The PM will urge world leaders at the COP27 summit to stick to their green commitments.

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Made.com expected to go into administration on Monday

Around 500 staff are expected to lose their jobs after the online furniture store failed to find a buyer.

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Standoff as Italy stops male migrants from disembarking rescue ship

The new far-right government allows only vulnerable people to leave a migrant ship stuck for two weeks.

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Nurses set to hold biggest-ever strike

The NHS is braced for the walkout by Royal College of Nursing members in a dispute over pay.

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Twitter confirms fee for blue-tick verification after Musk takeover

Controversially Twitter says blue-tick status will be open to those who pay a monthly $7.99.

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Cardiff head teacher who faced racism fights for change

There are 1,245 head teachers in Wales but Reena Patel is one of only five from an ethnic minority.

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Multiple Tornadoes hit southern US states

One dead and several injured as powerful storms hit Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas

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Thousands join London protest calling for general election

Demonstrators also want action on low pay and the repeal of "anti-union" laws.

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UK Youth Parliament: ‘We have fire in us to create change’

This is the first time members of the UK Youth Parliament have debated in the House of Commons since 2019.

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HSBC UK customers unable to access online banking

The bank says it is investigating after customers reported they were unable to pay for their shopping.

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Greenpeace protesters who blocked Russian oil found not guilty

A district judge says the protest in Grays, Essex, disrupted what "could be described as terrorism".

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Powerball: Lotto fever grips US for $1.6bn world record prize

One in 292 million odds of winning have not deterred hopeful Americans from snapping up their tickets.

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Twitter: Elon Musk blames 'activist groups' for earnings drop

Elon Musk, the new owner of Twitter, makes the accusation as the tech firm makes sweeping job cuts.

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Ukraine war: Putin allows former criminals to be conscripted

Russian murderers and drug dealers who have served their time face being sent to serve in Ukraine.

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Imran Khan speaks publicly for first time since surviving shooting

In his first comments since the attack, Pakistan's former PM says two shooters tried to kill him.

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Tower Hamlets: Children stop play space from being dismantled

Children in pyjamas and wellies stave off a second council attempt to remove a "pop-up playground".

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Billions being spent in metaverse land grab

Corporations, speculators and individuals have spent nearly $2bn (£1.75bn) on virtual plots.

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Cost of living: Second-hand shopping in vogue as prices rise

Attitudes towards pre-owned goods are changing and sustainability advocates welcome the shift.

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French parliament stopped over 'racist' remark

A far-right MP denies telling a black colleague to "go back to Africa" as he talks about immigration.

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Israel elections: Outgoing PM Lapid congratulates Netanyahu on victory

Final results confirm a dramatic comeback for the former prime minister, backed by the far right.

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Paintballs to be shot at Dutch wolves in bid to make them less tame

The decision comes after a video showed a wolf strolling past a family in a park.

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Will people sign up for Netflix's cheaper ad service?

The streaming platform has launched a less expensive streaming option with commercials.

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James Corden and Ricky Gervais: Can you steal a joke?

The Late Late Show comedian claims he inadvertently used a joke originally performed by Ricky Gervais.

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Taronga Zoo: Five lions escape exhibit at Sydney zoo

The zoo was put in lockdown and one animal had to be tranquillised during the brief emergency.

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Manston migrant centre like a zoo, says asylum seeker

Up to 130 people were forced to share a tent, a former resident at the Manston centre tells the BBC.

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Ruthin: Four in hospital after helicopter crashes in woods

Police said none of them was believed to have suffered life threatening or life changing injuries.

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£400 energy support vouchers going unclaimed

Many customers with non-smart prepayment meters have not cashed in vouchers aimed at helping with bills.

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The Papers: 'Predators' join police and 'king of the bungle'

Many papers focus on fury over Matt Hancock joining TV show I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!

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Netanyahu in lead, Israel election exit polls say

Former PM Benjamin Netanyahu looks to have won a majority, forecasts say as polls close.

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