Monday, February 28, 2022
Ukraine crisis: Google Maps live traffic data turned off in country
The live service has been shut down temporarily to protect users, but navigation features still work.
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Ukraine crisis: Ukrainians prepare to go home to fight
A growing number of Ukrainians living in Britain are headed for the front lines in their homeland.
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Sunday, February 27, 2022
Ukraine invasion: Putin puts nuclear forces on high alert
The president blames "unfriendly" Western actions towards Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.
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Liverpool beat Chelsea on penalties to win Carabao Cup
Liverpool beat Chelsea 11-10 on penalties to win the Carabao Cup after a breathless final ended in a goalless draw at Wembley.
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Ukraine conflict: Settled Ukrainians relatives able to come to UK
Boris Johnson tells a church congregation the UK will not "turn our backs in Ukraine's hour of need".
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Glasgow's homeless given free haircuts
A barber from Bearsden has been cutting the hair of homeless people.
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Saturday, February 26, 2022
Ukraine conflict: Children on their own, parents stay behind
Mothers and grandmothers lead their children into the unknown as men aged 18 - 60 must stay behind.
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Zelensky: The comedian president who is rising to the moment
Ukraine's president had no experience of politics when when elected in 2019, but has emerged as a convincing war leader.
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Roman Abramovich gives trustees Chelsea 'stewardship'
Chelsea's Russian owner Roman Abramovich says he is "giving trustees of Chelsea's charitable foundation the stewardship and care" of the club.
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Friday, February 25, 2022
Ukraine: Who is not on the UK sanctions list?
Some Russian individuals and companies have been sanctioned by the US but not the UK.
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Ukraine conflict: BP under pressure to sell stake in Russian firm
The oil giant's boss is warned of UK government concerns about its "overexposure to Russian interests".
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Ukraine: Woman confronts armed Russian soldier
The woman angrily asks the soldier, seen holding a large machine gun, why he has come to the city.
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Thursday, February 24, 2022
Boris Johnson wrong on jobs claim, says statistics watchdog
The UK Statistics Authority says the number of those in work is fewer than before the pandemic.
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Ukraine crisis: Warning UK energy bills could top £3,000 a year
The conflict in Ukraine could push the energy price cap to £3,238 a year from October, a report warns.
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Wednesday, February 23, 2022
The Queen's Platinum Jubilee: Ticket ballot to open for palace concert
George Ezra is the first performer on the line-up for the Platinum Party at the Palace on 4 June.
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Burnley FC football fan 'gobsmacked' by lift plea response
Burnley fan Christopher Coxhead, who has Parkinson's disease, appealed for help getting to matches.
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Tuesday, February 22, 2022
Ukraine: Putin tells Russia's spy chief to speak plainly
Russian president presses Sergei Naryshkin during a meeting with top security officials.
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Boots to sell £6 Covid tests ahead of rule change
Four-packs of lateral flow tests will be on sale for £17 from Wednesday despite free tests remaining until 1 April.
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Monday, February 21, 2022
Russia recognises Ukraine separatist regions
The move from Vladimir Putin raises fears that Russian troops could be sent into the regions in eastern Ukraine.
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Assisted dying: Two arrested over death of campaigner
Sharon Johnston previously told of her intention to travel to Switzerland to end her life.
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Angel Lynn: Court to review pair's kidnap sentences
Angel Lynn suffered serious head injuries when she fell from a van after being kidnapped.
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Storm Eunice: Baby born on hard shoulder near Felixstowe
Lauryn and Josh Vartan say they considered the name Eunice but decided to stick with Florence.
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Sunday, February 20, 2022
Home Office probes immigration contractor Mitie over racist text claims
The Home Office investigates claims racist messages were sent by immigration staff at a firm it pays.
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Credit Suisse denies wrongdoing after big banking data leak
A new investigation identifies thousands of foreign customers who stashed their money at the bank.
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Missing dog Zoey reunited with owners after 12 years
Zoey went missing in 2010 when her owners went shopping but she was identified by her microchip.
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Buckingham Palace eases concerns over Queen's Covid case
Reassurances about mild symptoms mark a rare opening up about the monarch's health, says our correspondent.
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Saturday, February 19, 2022
Ukraine will not respond to provocations, Zelensky says
But President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine is ready to defend itself, amid a deadly rise in fighting.
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Friday, February 18, 2022
Ukraine conflict: Russia accused of creating fake crisis in breakaway region
Tensions are escalating over a breakaway region, as rebels say they have ordered people to evacuate.
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Drivers rescue ambulance stuck in snow on 999 call
A 10-month-old baby was being rushed to hospital with breathing difficulties when the vehicle became stuck.
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Thursday, February 17, 2022
Ukraine: Satellite images show Russian military activity
The images show that Ukraine is surrounded on three sides by Russian hardware and troops.
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Rylee Foster: Liverpool goalkeeper on 'miracle' recovery after car accident
Liverpool goalkeeper Rylee Foster says she has experienced "dark" moments in her recovery from a car accident in October but has been given hope of a return to football.
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Canada protests: Police warn protesters to leave amid plans to clear blockade
Prime Minister Trudeau is defending his decision to invoke the Emergencies Act to end the protests.
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Storm Eunice: A guide to preparing
Practical ways you can prepare for Storm Eunice.
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Wednesday, February 16, 2022
US accuses China of 'serious harm' to workers through trade
The US Trade Representative has accused Beijing of repeatedly failing to live up to commitments on trade.
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Brazil: Torrential rain triggers deadly mudslides in Brazil
Landslides and flash flooding have left a trail of destruction and many dead in Petrópolis, Brazil.
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Batman scene funeral for Only Fools and Horses fan in Essex
An Only Fools and Horses-themed funeral with its famous Batman scene is held for a fan of the show.
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Prince Andrew's statement seems to contradict answers he gave me - Emily Maitlis
The BBC Newsnight presenter compares Prince Andrew's latest statement with the defence he offered in their 2019 interview.
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Tuesday, February 15, 2022
Derbyshire twins thought to be UK's most premature to survive
Harley and Harry Crane were born at 22 weeks in October and their mum hopes they can go home soon.
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Undercover footage reveals evidence of animal abuse on farm
Footage shared with BBC Panorama reveals cows being hit and kicked on a large dairy farm in Wales.
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Winter Olympics: What are the drugs test rules and what did Kamila Valieva do?
A 15-year-old Winter Olympic figure skater has failed a drugs test, so why can she still compete?
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Monday, February 14, 2022
Milton Keynes: Teenager charged with murder of 16-year-old
Ahmednur Nur, 16, was fatally stabbed near Milton Keynes College on Friday afternoon.
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Killer murdered three people 'in campaign of crime'
Anthony Russell has admitted killing a mum and son plus a pregnant woman he is accused of raping.
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Ukraine: Social media videos show Russian military equipment on the move near border
Social media clips show military vehicles on the move - despite Russia's denials of an attack.
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Sunday, February 13, 2022
Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia within 48 hours to discuss build-up
Ukraine accuses Russia of ignoring requests to explain its troop build-up, and calls for a meeting.
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Saturday, February 12, 2022
France survive Ireland fightback to maintain unbeaten start
France cement their position as Six Nations favourites by holding off Ireland in a pulsating heavyweight encounter at the Stade de France.
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Six Nations 2022: Ireland's Mack Hansen scores from kick-off against France
Mack Hansen catches the France defence "snoozing" to score from an Ireland kick-off in a thrilling Six Nations encounter.
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Friday, February 11, 2022
Russia-Ukraine crisis: UK nationals told to leave Ukraine
Boris Johnson tells world leaders he fears for the security of Europe amid tensions with Russia.
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BBC Centenary: BBC Weather’s most memorable moments
As BBC Weather celebrates its centenary here are some of the biggest meteorological moments in its history.
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Thursday, February 10, 2022
Apple moves to stop AirTag tracking misuse
The company will introduce a range of measures, after concerns AirTags were being used by stalkers.
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Cressida Dick to step down as Metropolitan Police chief
The head of London’s force quits in the wake of a series of controversies involving the organisation.
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Kids Company was mismanaged, Charity Commission finds
Kids Company repeatedly failed to pay tax and workers, a report by the Charity Commission finds.
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Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Ambassador Bridge protest: Truckers block vital Canada-US border crossing
Business associations warn that the closure of the Ambassador Bridge threatens the US and Canadian economies.
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PMQs: Fact-checking claims on fraud, Brexit and the economy
At Prime Minister's Questions, there were claims on fraud, Brexit and the economy.
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Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Brit Awards 2022: The head-turning outfits on the red carpet
Many stars opted to wear a black cut-out dress but there were still plenty of pops of red carpet colour.
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Future Queen Camilla makes her first public trip since Consort title revealed
This is the Duchess of Cornwall's first public appearance since the Queen revealed her future title.
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Oscars 2022: Find out about the top 16 films in the awards race
With the gong-giving season picking up steam, we look at the nominees for the big awards.
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Monday, February 7, 2022
Keir Starmer: Two arrested after protesters surround Labour leader
Police and protesters clash after the Labour leader is heckled by demonstrators at Westminster.
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Jimmy Carr: Pressure grows over comedy routine but what do the fans think?
The Traveller Movement is writing an open letter to the streaming service, the BBC understands.
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Sunday, February 6, 2022
Senegal win Africa Cup of Nations on penalties
Sadio Mane nets the winning spot-kick as Senegal beat Egypt 4-2 on penalties to clinch their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations after a 0-0 draw.
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Ukraine crisis: Macron says a deal to avoid war is within reach
France's leader calls for a "new balance" to protect European states while affording Russia respect.
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Doctor murder: Hundreds at Gary Jenkins Cardiff vigil
Organisers want the gathering to show unity against intolerance after the homophobic killing.
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Saturday, February 5, 2022
Northern Lights photographed off Norfolk coast by aurora hunters
The Aurora Borealis makes a rare appearance off the Norfolk coast, delighting photographers.
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Six Nations 2022: Scotland beat England 20-17 to retain Calcutta Cup
Watch highlights as Scotland claim a nerve-shredding Six Nations victory over England to secure successive Calcutta Cup wins for the first time since 1984.
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Six Nations: Scotland awarded penalty try to level score
England's Luke Cowan-Dickie is shown a yellow card and a penalty try is awarded to Scotland for a deliberate knock-on.
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Friday, February 4, 2022
Transport for London: Funding deal extended by a fortnight
Unions have warned London's public transport will grind to a halt without a long-term financial plan.
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US couple sue clinic after DNA kit reveals fertility mix-up
A US couple is suing after discovering that their daughter is not biologically related to her father.
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Grand Theft Auto 6: Rockstar announces it is working on the game
The studio said development of the next entry in the Grand Theft Auto series is "well under way."
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Six Nations: Scotland's great expectations against England as hope of impending joy met with suspicion
The day that hope lived, or the day that hope died? Scotland's Six Nations great expectations against England are met with suspicion, writes Tom English.
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Thursday, February 3, 2022
Jeff Bezos' superyacht will see historic bridge dismantled
Rotterdam says the world's richest man will foot the bill to remove part of the historic bridge.
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Don't ask for a big pay rise, warns Bank of England boss
Andrew Bailey says a 'painful' period of prices rising faster than wages is needed to control inflation.
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Two senior aides to Boris Johnson resign from No 10
Jack Doyle quits as communications chief shortly after No 10's policy head steps down over the PM's Savile comments.
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Falsely accused ex-MP Proctor makes complaint against VIP inquiry officer
Harvey Proctor says a former senior Met Police officer's role in the probe amounted to misconduct.
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Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Pret raises the price of its coffee subscription by 25%
Some customers say the 25% rise is too steep but Pret says its costs are rising sharply.
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CNN's Jeff Zucker resigns over undisclosed relationship
The network president told staff he was "wrong" to not report the consensual relationship.
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UK hotel bill for 37,000 migrants is £1.2m a day, MPs told
The Home Office says it is developing better ways of working with councils to find permanent homes.
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Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Ex-teacher Hannah Lowe's sonnets about students win Costa Book of the Year
The Kids, a collection of modern sonnets by Hannah Lowe, is named the Costa Book of the Year.
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UK weather: Why January 2022 was a record breaker
The start of the year has bucked trends and brought extreme conditions from warmth and sunshine to low rainfall, cloud and storms.
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Angel Lynn: 'The fact that she's alive is hope'
Angel Lynn suffered life changing injuries after being kidnapped by her ex-boyfriend.
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