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French cinema actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91

The actress was a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s but became increasingly controversial after making homophobic and racist slurs.

3 hrs agoEurope

In pictures: The life and career of Brigitte Bardot

The French actress redefined cinematic allure, captivating the world before championing animal rights.

7 hrs agoEurope

French cinema actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91

The actress was a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s but became increasingly controversial after making homophobic and racist slurs.

3 hrs agoEurope

In pictures: The life and career of Brigitte Bardot

The French actress redefined cinematic allure, captivating the world before championing animal rights.

7 hrs agoEuropeLIVE

Zelensky says 'a lot can be decided before New Year' as he arrives in Florida for Trump talks

Ukraine has unveiled a 20-point peace plan, but the US president says nothing is agreed "until I approve it".

Fearing deportation, Hondurans in the US send more cash home than ever before

There's been a surge in remittances going back to Honduras amid Trump's immigration crackdown.

16 hrs agoWorld

Three killed in Sweden as major storm sweeps across Nordic countries

Thousands of homes in parts of Finland, Sweden and Norway have been left without power.

4 hrs agoEurope

Film lookahead: 20 highlights to watch out for in 2026

We look ahead to 20 notable films to watch for in 2026, from Oscar hopefuls to potential blockbusters.

16 hrs agoCulture

How frogs went from right-wing meme to anti-ICE protest symbol

The frog has become a frequent symbol at protests against the Trump administration.

16 hrs agoUS & Canada

Weekend reads

Seven global live music experiences for 2026

Think beyond the destination concert and choose a musical destination. From Helsinki to Tokyo, these shows and festivals are just the ticket.

The planet that shouldn't exist

Mercury has long baffled astronomers because it defies much of what we know about planet formation. A new space mission arriving in 2026 might solve the mystery.

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Premier League: Richarlison has Tottenham opener disallowed at Crystal Palace

Follow live as Crystal Palace host Tottenham in the Premier League.

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Renowned for her astounding range, the Italian mezzo-soprano's singing is a source of joy for adoring Opera fans.See more

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Polls close on first day of Myanmar's widely criticised 'sham' election

Observers say the vote, accompanied by a renewed crackdown on dissent, is meant to entrench the junta's power.

9 hrs agoAsia

Cruise ship hits reef on first trip since leaving passenger on island

The Coral Adventurer is under investigation for the death of Suzanne Rees, who was found dead on a remote island after being left behind by the ship.

12 hrs agoWorld

Egyptian dissident should be deported from UK, Tories say

Alaa Abdel Fattah flew to the UK on Friday after a travel ban imposed by Cairo was lifted.

1 hr agoPolitics

Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire begins after weeks of deadly clashes

Almost one million people were displaced when hostilities resumed earlier this month after the first truce broke.

1 day agoAsia

Rich and voiceless: How Putin has kept Russia's billionaires on side in the war

Western sanctions have failed to turn the uber-rich into opponents, and Putin's policies have turned them into silent backers.

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Watch 'Battle of the Sexes': Kyrgios wins first set v Sabalenka

More than 50 years after Billie Jean King’s era-defining victory over Bobby Riggs, Aryna Sabalenka takes on Nick Kyrgios in the latest 'Battle of the Sexes'.

Brazil's Bolsonaro undergoes medical treatment for hiccups

The 70-year-old had suffered with the spasms for nine months, his wife says, and was already in hospital for hernia surgery.

13 mins agoLatin America

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A mother tiger on a fierce hunt to feed her cubs

While her three offspring take a leisurely bath, this Bengal tiger mother must find food for the entire family.

Earth

Ten striking images of human impact on the Earth

From a shipwrecking yard in Bangladesh to a river of iron dioxide in Canada, here's a deep dive into photographer Ed Burtynsky's work.

Earth

How sex with Neanderthals changed us forever

We find out what we gained when Homo sapiens mated with Homo neanderthalensis many thousands of years ago.

Science

Rare Gobi bear's reaction to finding water

The critically endangered Gobi bears undertake arduous journeys of up to 100 miles (160km) to find water.

Natural wonders

BBC Talking Movies top 10 films of 2025

Talking Movies presenter Tom Brook looks back at 2025 to pick the top 10 films of the year.

Film & TV

Taylor Swift shows off engagement ring

The pop star describes the proposal from Travis Kelce that broke the internet.

Film & TV

Rosamund Pike hadn't seen a Bond film before her audition

The actress reveals that she turned up to her audition in the wrong attire for a Bond girl.

Film & TV

Leonardo DiCaprio reveals the films he can't stop watching

From Goodfellas to Bicycle Thieves, the actor shares the timeless titles he’s watched across decades.

Film & TV

Year in Review

The Salt Path and 2025's most scandalous books

In 2025, personal stories proved popular and powerful – but several controversies raised questions about the future of the memoir genre.

Seven quiet wins for climate and nature in 2025

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Why a K-pop film is taking the world by storm

Health and Wellness

The lifelong legacy of a baby's first poo

Research is unveiling the surprising, lifelong impact of what enters a baby's gut in the days after birth.

The bodybuilding supplement that could boost brainpower

Creatine is often taken by people looking to build muscle. Now scientists are investigating the effects this chemical has on our cognition and mood.

How to improve your memory

Some simple tricks that could have a positive effect on your memory.

Editor's Picks of 2025

Princess Margaret's forbidden first love

Elizabeth II's sister had to choose between ending her engagement and renouncing her title in 1955. Or did she? In 1978, the BBC talked to the war hero who almost married a princess.

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The 'freakosystem' accidentally created on Hawaii

Inside the rural Texas town where Elon Musk is basing his business empire

US & Canada news

New York blanketed in snow, sparking travel chaos

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled and more than 3,000 were delayed by the winter storm.

Annette Dionne, last surviving Dionne quintuplet, dies aged 91

Kennedy Center seeks $1m from musician who cancelled after Trump name added to venue

Quiz of the Year 2025, Part 3: What Instagram caption did Taylor Swift use to announce her engagement?

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Iranian cinema giant, Bahram Beyzai, dies aged 87

A restored copy of his film, Bashu, the Little Stranger, won an award at this year's Venice Film Festival.

Executions in Iran estimated to have doubled in 2025, report says

BBC visits Myanmar polling station as civil war rages on

Godfather of Ethiopian jazz plays his last live concert

Business

UK to insure Bayeux Tapestry for estimated £800m while it's loaned to British Museum

The huge embroidery will be covered under the government's indemnity scheme when it travels to the UK.

Don't rule out EU customs union, TUC boss tells Starmer

Ex-Malaysia PM Najib Razak given 15-year jail term over state funds scandal

Jingle bills: Arkansas Powerball player strikes $1.8bn jackpot on Christmas Eve

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Follow reaction as Dominic Calvert-Lewin's seventh goal in six games earns Leeds a draw at Sunderland in the Premier League.

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Mozambique beat Aubameyang's Gabon to claim first Afcon win

Ex-England and Glamorgan batter and ECB boss Morris dies

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Tech

Ghosts house 'protected' by digital mapping

West Horsley Place, which is Button House in Ghosts, is being digitally recreated by engineers.

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Is texting behind the wheel of a self-driving Tesla crazy?

Planning a festive swim? Warning not to rely on AI for advice on tides

Science & health

Is dark energy changing? The 'Big Crunch' debate dividing astronomers

A mysterious force called Dark Energy might be changing, in a way that challenges our current understanding of the nature of time and space.

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From a dino superhighway to origins of fire-making: The incredible discoveries in 2025

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Culture

Brigitte Bardot: The blonde bombshell who revolutionised French cinema

The cocktail of kittenish charm and continental sensuality who swept away the cinematic cobwebs of the 1950s.

Style trends to look out for in 2026: Bold colours, tassels and loud luxury

Quiz of the Year 2025, Part 4: Who was the mysterious fedora man pictured outside the Louvre?

15 viral moments that defined 2025

Arts

Seven of the greatest rivalries in art history

There is an art to rivalry. Mastering its rules has, since ancient times, shaped cultural history over millennia.

The ancient art of Japanese bonsai

The truth about Tudor England's 'most hated woman'

What ancient women really thought about sex

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Köttbullar: The secret behind the iconic Swedish meatballs

Ikea’s meatballs turn 40. We asked Swedes how Köttbullar became a global phenomenon.See more

Travel

A freeski champion's guide to Whistler

Canada's Mike Douglas stands at the vanguard of his hometown's ski culture. Here are his local favourites, from schussing down Peak to Creek to ahi poke at Sushi Village.

A local's guide to visiting Paris

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The Mexican beer you can only buy at Christmas

World's Table

Sorry, France, the world's best bubbly is British

Over the past decade, international chefs have swept French culinary competitions with unprecedented frequency.

Why travellers keep queueing for viral food

The controversial snack that fuels Norwegian trips

The hidden history of a classic American dish

Earth

The prehistoric shark found in a suburban town in Scotland

The fossil was so complete experts could see remains of the last meal it ate, 330 million years after it died.

India's solar boom faces a hidden waste problem

Why Britain has a deer problem - leaving damage that costs millions

Chronic water shortages dampen holiday mood in Tanzania's biggest city

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