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Astronauts enjoy zero-gravity Olympics 27 Jul 2024, 10:36 am

As the Olympics kicks off on earth, astronauts working on the International Space Station wish athletes well.

Olympic flag raised upside down during opening ceremony 27 Jul 2024, 10:01 am

Watch as the Olympic flag was raised upside down in the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics

Edwards v Muhammad - big fight predictions 27 Jul 2024, 9:58 am

Fighters and pundits offer their predictions with Britain's Leon Edwards set to defend his welterweight title against Belal Muhammad at UFC 304 in Manchester this weekend.

What medals are up for grabs today? 27 Jul 2024, 9:24 am

Your day-by-day guide to what is happening when - and who to watch out for - at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Szoboszlai goal gives Slot first win as Liverpool boss 27 Jul 2024, 9:19 am

Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai scores against Real Betis in Pittsburgh to give Arne Slot a first win in the post-Jurgen Klopp era.

Watch: Poole paddleboarder's 'jackpot' encounter with dolphins 27 Jul 2024, 8:19 am

Ben Felton and his friend Nick Woods are joined by the small pod of dolphins.

'My body just keeps swelling and swelling' 27 Jul 2024, 8:16 am

Chloe Davies has "spontaneous swelling attacks", which can be life-threatening.

The rise of creators making weddings Insta-worthy 27 Jul 2024, 8:12 am

A growing number of couples are booking a content creators to capture their special day.

Shop stops selling luxury items as thefts rise 27 Jul 2024, 8:09 am

Julie Ruscitto says she has taken security measures and stopped selling high-end products.

The story behind the largest maternity review in the NHS 27 Jul 2024, 8:04 am

The review followed hundreds of baby deaths and injuries at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust.

Inside the $5bn World Cup stadium hosting Man Utd v Arsenal 27 Jul 2024, 7:44 am

Inside the $5bn SoFi stadium in LA that will host Manchester United against Arsenal this weekend in part to prepare for the opening game of the World Cup in 2026.

The Papers: 'Olympics sabotaged' and 'La Farce!' 27 Jul 2024, 6:21 am

Many of Saturday's papers lead with sabotage attacks on France's high-speed rail network.

France travel disruption expected to last all weekend 27 Jul 2024, 5:51 am

Thousands more passengers could face delays or cancellations after an arson attack on France's train network on Friday.

Relive a wild month in US politics in about two minutes 27 Jul 2024, 2:57 am

An assassination attempt against a former president and an incumbent drops out - the last few weeks have been unprecedented.

She conquered Everest 10 times - and escaped an abusive marriage 27 Jul 2024, 2:48 am

Lhakpa Sherpa, who has climbed Everest more than any other woman, wants to inspire women and girls.

Venezuela holds elections on Sunday. Could real change be coming? 27 Jul 2024, 1:58 am

An economic crisis has forced millions to flee Venezuela. Could Sunday's election bring real change?

Vulnerable, messy and bratty: The pop girlies having a moment 27 Jul 2024, 1:54 am

Sabrina Carpenter, Charli XCX and Chappell Roan are all about vulnerable lyrics and existential questions - and it's really working for them.

'Atomic bomb hell must never be repeated' say Japan's last survivors 27 Jul 2024, 1:50 am

Victims of Hiroshima and Nagasaki believe their horrific past must act as a warning for the future.

My family went to help landslide victims and ended up dead 27 Jul 2024, 1:47 am

Meselesh Gosaye's home area in Ethiopia was hit by two landslides that buried hundreds under the mud.

Butterflies, Balloons and Paris Olympics: Photos of the week 27 Jul 2024, 1:46 am

A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week.

‘My day in a Liverpool alley with 35 drag queens’ 27 Jul 2024, 1:41 am

Queen by Magnus Hastings is a "one of a kind" drag photography exhibition.

Are you feeling rubbish all the time? 27 Jul 2024, 1:36 am

Why some people are saying they've been ill all year.

Questions surround German man sentenced to death in Belarus 27 Jul 2024, 1:22 am

A heavily choreographed video shows Rico Krieger apparently confessing to planting explosives, but there is no direct evidence shown.

Are the UK's finances really worse than expected? 27 Jul 2024, 1:09 am

Rachel Reeves is set to reveal a public finances shortfall of billions on pounds after a snap audit.

How cartel leader 'El Mayo' Zambada was lured to US in elaborate sting 27 Jul 2024, 1:08 am

The last of an original generation of drug lords, the Sinaloa boss evaded capture for decades. Until now.

Celine Dion dazzles Olympics after four-year health absence 27 Jul 2024, 12:45 am

It's the superstar singer's first performance since revealing a serious health condition two years ago.

Olympics opening ceremony wows rain-soaked Paris crowds 27 Jul 2024, 12:43 am

The 2024 Olympics opens with teams parading along the River Seine in boats and performances from Celine Dion and Lady Gaga.

Celine Dion and headless opera singers - best of opening ceremony 27 Jul 2024, 12:37 am

Watch the best bits of the Paris 2024 opening ceremony featuring cameos from Zinedine Zidane, Lady Gaga, Minions, Rafael Nadal and Celine Dion.

Spectacular photos from the Paris 2024 opening ceremony 27 Jul 2024, 12:33 am

A selection of eye-catching moments from the opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

Billy Connolly inspired £1,750 designer banana boots 26 Jul 2024, 11:57 pm

A Scottish fashion designer has sold out of his take on Billy Connolly's iconic banana boots in just 24 hours.

Summer holiday getaway: How to beat the queues 26 Jul 2024, 11:40 pm

Tips to make travelling as smooth as possible, whether you’re going by road, plane, train or ferry.

Trump running mate defends 'childless cat ladies' comment 26 Jul 2024, 11:27 pm

Donald Trump's vice-presidential candidate says his 2021 comments about Democrats were "sarcastic".

Families pay tribute to four friends killed in crash 26 Jul 2024, 11:05 pm

Andrei Tudorov, Lyuben Gogov, Narcis Titianu, and Ioan Toma died when their car hit a tree.

Three ways Trump is trying to end the Harris honeymoon 26 Jul 2024, 10:38 pm

Kamala Harris is riding a wave of momentum, but Republicans sense vulnerabilities they can exploit.

England target 'big runs' after 'special' Atkinson delivers 26 Jul 2024, 9:30 pm

Despite losing three wickets late on day one of the third Test, England can still pile on "big runs" against West Indies at Edgbaston, says Chris Woakes.

Canada used drones before and Tokyo gold could be 'tarnished' 26 Jul 2024, 9:09 pm

Canada Soccer's chief executive confirms drone use prior to Paris 2024, including at the recent Copa America.

Holder stars as late wickets leave third Test finely poised 26 Jul 2024, 8:18 pm

Watch highlights as Jason Holder hits 59 and takes two catches as England surrender the initiative to reach 38-3 at stumps on day one of the third Test against West Indies.

Councillor blames INLA for homeless centre attack 26 Jul 2024, 7:02 pm

Ron McDowell condemns the "gross hypocrisy" of republican paramilitaries due to their drugs record.

McLaren fastest in FP2 as Verstappen takes grid penalty 26 Jul 2024, 6:53 pm

McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri seal a one-two in second practice at the Belgian Grand Prix - with Max Verstappen set for a 10-place grid drop.

Wax museum removes Sinéad O'Connor figure 26 Jul 2024, 4:04 pm

The National Wax Museum say it will remake a waxwork of the late Irish singer after an unveiling.

Scottish bog gets world heritage status 26 Jul 2024, 12:48 pm

After an almost 40-year campaign, a little-known UK landscape has been awarded world heritage status.

How to follow the Games across the BBC 26 Jul 2024, 10:49 am

BBC TV channels and times, plus radio and online coverage details for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

Olympics: Is Paris poised for success? 26 Jul 2024, 9:00 am

France grapples with politics, climate and security as the Games begin

Mary Beard on power, succession and rebellions 25 Jul 2024, 7:00 am

Amol and Nick get a classical take on current US and UK politics.

The 24 British stars to watch at Paris 2024 24 Jul 2024, 7:15 am

From Olympic golden oldies to fresh-faced debutants, BBC Sport picks out 24 of the Team GB athletes to particularly focus on during Paris 2024.

We don't know how many people are having babies - a headache for schools 24 Jul 2024, 2:37 am

Working out how many school pupils to budget for may well prove to be a headache for the government.

The quiet man capable of making big noise in Paris 23 Jul 2024, 8:47 am

Duncan Scott might have a low profile, but might Team GB's most decorated swimmer can come to the forefront again in Paris?

Conspiracy theories swirl about geo-engineering, but could it help save the planet? 21 Jul 2024, 2:10 am

If we can’t control rising global temperatures by drastically cutting carbon emissions, could something called geo-engineering be a way to cool the planet?

Unfathomable errors and 'cinnamon bun' strategy: Political end-of-term report cards 20 Jul 2024, 3:04 pm

As Parliament approaches summer recess, Laura Kuenssberg reflects on how they've performed over a dizzying few months.

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