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Barack Obama pays tribute to 'true giant' as Jesse Jackson dies aged 84

President Trump also remembers the civil rights leader as a "force of nature" with "lots of personality, grit and street smarts".

Watch: Jesse Jackson's life in civil rights, diplomacy, and politics

The civil rights leader, who ran for president twice in the 1980s, leaves a lasting legacy.

6 hrs agoUS & Canada

First day of Russia-Ukraine peace talks ends in Geneva

Negotiations will continue on Wednesday, but expectations for a breakthrough on ending the war are low.

11 mins agoWorld

FBI won't co-operate on Alex Pretti investigation, state officials say

Minnesota's Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says the FBI will not hand over any evidence it has gathered.

15 hrs agoUS & Canada

Iran says 'guiding principles' agreed with US at nuclear talks

Tehran also says more work is needed to get a deal - the US is yet to comment on the issue.

1 hr agoWorld

Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of Epstein files 'cover-up' in BBC interview

"Get the files out. They are slow-walking it," the former US secretary of state says. The White House says it has done "more for the victims than Democrats ever did".

11 hrs agoUS & Canada

How dark web agent spotted bedroom wall clue to rescue girl from years of harm

Detectives desperate to locate a 12-year-old, seen abused online, found a surprising lead.

21 hrs agoTechnology

Lunar New Year 2026: Celebrations around the world

Millions of people around the world are celebrating the start of the Lunar New Year, with festivities taking place from Hong Kong to Buenos Aires.

11 hrs agoWorld

Nancy Guthrie's family cleared as possible suspects, with search in its third week

Eleven killed in multiple strikes on alleged drug boats, US military says

Police identify suspect in Rhode Island ice rink shooting

Family of Zambia's ex-President Lungu dismiss poisoning allegation - lawyers

France releases suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker after fine paid

Winter Olympics

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Follow the Winter Olympics as some events impacted by weather

Follow live text, BBC coverage, radio commentary, reaction and updates of medals and results from Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

USA's Meyers Taylor makes history with monobob gold

Elana Meyers Taylor made history by winning monobob gold to become the oldest individual athlete to become Winter Olympic champion, all while empowering mothers and female athletes.

'A sad day' - curling cheating row at Winter Games unsettles Canadians

Both men's and women's Canadian curling teams have been accused of cheating at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

A big day for GB's men's curling team - Tuesday's guide

What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

Meet the 61-year-old moonwalking ice rink sensation

Mark Callan has gone viral for his on-ice antics. But who is he and how did he end up at the Winter Olympics?

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China is hitting Japan where it hurts. Will PM Takaichi give in?

From recalling pandas to cancelling tourist flights, China continues to retaliate after Takaichi's comments on Taiwan.

20 hrs agoAsia

Viral face depuffing tricks - skin experts reveal if they work

We look at three viral hacks to unpick fact from fiction - the effects are often at best, temporary, say experts.

4 hrs agoHealth

Ancient bone may prove legendary war elephant crossing of Alps

It would be the first hard evidence that elephants were used in battle by General Hannibal.

1 day agoScience & Environment

How the tide turned against the leader of South Africa's second-biggest party

John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.

18 hrs agoAfrica

The Martin Luther King protege who helped reshape America

The US civil rights activist's influence spread from the churches of the Deep South to the White House.

9 hrs agoUS & Canada

Could Bill Gates and political tussles overshadow AI safety debate in Delhi?

As global tech leaders meet Delhi, India hopes to level the playing field for countries outside the US and China.

8 hrs ago

Facing a demographic catastrophe, Ukraine is paying for troops to freeze their sperm

The law funds troops who want to freeze their eggs or their sperm, as Ukraine's population plummets.

18 hrs agoEurope

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Italian toddler in critical condition after transplanted heart 'burned by frostbite'

Several people are under investigation after the organ was reportedly damaged during transport between hospitals.

6 hrs agoEurope

Ex-winger Utai in serious condition after shooting

Former NRL star Matt Utai is in a "critical condition" after being shot multiple times outside his home in Sydney, Australia.

9 hrs agoRugby League

Long queues and confusion mar first day of India's landmark AI summit

The India-AI Impact Summit 2026 in Delhi is expected to be attended by top tech leaders from the world.

9 hrs agoAsia

Hyatt Hotels chairman steps down over Jeffrey Epstein ties

Billionaire Thomas Pritzker said he had exercised "terrible judgement" in keeping contact with Epstein.

15 hrs agoBusiness

US Senator Mark Kelly tells BBC he will 'seriously consider' White House run

The former Navy captain and astronaut says "we're in some seriously challenging times".

17 hrs agoUS & Canada

Singer and YouTuber who makes music with Furbys and Game Boys picked for UK at Eurovision

Synth artist Look Mum No Computer is described as "a bold and brave choice" to represent the UK.

3 hrs agoCulture

Five young people die in Spain apartment block fire

Firefighters say they do not know why the victims could not escape the blaze in the building's upper floor.

9 hrs agoEurope

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'A sad day' - curling cheating row at Winter Games unsettles Canadians

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Dual nationals face scramble for UK passports as new rules come into force

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US Senator Mark Kelly tells BBC he will 'seriously consider' White House run

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Iran says 'guiding principles' agreed with US at nuclear talks

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China is hitting Japan where it hurts. Will PM Takaichi give in?

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Teacher who had sex with two pupils struck off

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Pornhub to restrict access for UK users from next week

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Police identify suspect in Rhode Island ice rink shooting

Sport

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Champions League: Build-up as Real Madrid and PSG among teams in play-off action

Follow live text commentary of four Champions League play-off first leg games, with holders Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid among teams in action.

Six athletes to compete under Russian flag at Paralympics

Six Russian and four Belarusian athletes will compete under their nations' flags at the upcoming Winter Paralympics.

43 mins agoDisability Sport

'A lightning rod for excitement' - Pollock gets start

Henry Pollock gets his first Test start as Steve Borthwick makes three changes to his XV for England's Six Nations game against Ireland on Saturday.

3 hrs agoEngland

'We really messed up' - does European football need more balance?

One set of clubs dominate the Champions League, another win their domestic title every year but cannot compete - does European football have a problem?

12 hrs agoEuropean FootballLIVE

Winter Olympics: GB's men in curling action

Follow live text, BBC coverage, radio commentary, reaction and updates of medals and results from Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

Australia eliminated from T20 World Cup after Ireland-Zimbabwe washout

Ireland and Australia are both eliminated from the T20 World Cup as washes out the Group B game between the Irish and Zimbabwe.

7 hrs agoCricket

Arsenal make Saka best-paid player with new five-year deal

England winger Bukayo Saka commits his future to Premier League leaders Arsenal by signing a new five-year deal.

5 hrs agoArsenal