Nelson Piquet fined for racist and homophobic comments about Lewis Hamilton

Three-time Formula 1 world champion Nelson Piquet is fined for using racist and homophobic language about British Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton.

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Gandhi says disqualification 'politically motivated'

Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi says he "will not stop" after being stripped of his MP status.

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Tornadoes kill 19 and bring devastation to Mississippi

Hail the size of golf balls and strong wind brought destruction to rural areas on Friday night.

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Cost of living: Women feel trust was 'violated' on housing app

Women feel they are being forced to risk their safety when house hunting due to financial pressures.

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Mintz Group: 5 staffers detained in Beijing after raid

The incident comes ahead of a high-profile investor forum, to be held in Beijing this weekend.

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UK retail sales boosted by second-hand and discount stores

Retail sales rose strongly last month as cash-strapped shoppers looked for cheaper options.

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US bombs Syrian targets after deadly drone attack

The US says it hit Iran-linked militia after a drone attack killed a US contractor and injured others.

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Lawyers in Gwyneth Paltrow trial off to bumpy start

The actress is being sued by a retired optometrist who claims she caused a skiing collision in 2016.

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Rare tornado hits Los Angeles area

The storm ripped a roof off a building and was the strongest tornado to hit the area in decades.

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Post Office scandal victim hopes to get home back

Hundreds of sub-postmasters who exposed wrongdoing will now be able to recover their losses in full.

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Terran-1: 3D-printed rocket lifts off but fails to reach orbit

Despite failing to reach orbit, Relativity Space says the vehicle passed key objectives.

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Justin Roiland: Domestic violence charges against Rick and Morty creator dropped

Justin Roiland says he is "thankful" but is "deeply shaken by the horrible lies that were reported".

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The fight over TikTok explained in 60 seconds

Is the platform a security risk or just another piece in the larger fight between the US and China?

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Wales freeports for Milford Haven-Port Talbot, Anglesey

The two new areas will have tax and duty relief and simplified customs, with hopes for 20,000 jobs.

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Chris Mason: Boris Johnson's political future hangs in balance

The verdict of MPs investigating Boris Johnson has the potential to finish him, writes the BBC's political editor.

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Ex-Arsenal and Germany midfielder Mesut Ozil retires

Former Arsenal, Real Madrid and Germany midfielder Mesut Ozil retires from football at the age of 34.

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Israel's settlers change West Bank landscape with hilltop outposts

A string of unauthorised communities sit on hills near Palestinian villages, deep inside the territory.

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Why Trump supporters are wary of joining protests he called for

Donald Trump demanded protests over his possible arrest, but his supporters fear being set up.

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Chetan Kumar: The Indian actor arrested for a tweet - again

Chetan Kumar, who works in Kannada films, has often made headlines for his outspoken political views.

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World Baseball Classic final: Japan beat defending champions USA 3-2 to win third title

Japan earn a thrilling 3-2 victory over defending champions USA in Miami to win the World Baseball Classic for a third time.

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Inflation in surprise jump to 10.4% in February

The cost of living unexpectedly rises driven by sharp rises in food prices, official figures show.

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Tesco to cut the value of Clubcard rewards scheme

The supermarket says vouchers will be worth a third less from 14 June.

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Amritpal Singh: Punjab government promises strict action as search for separatist continues

A court in Punjab has questioned the government's efforts to find Amritpal Singh.

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Car-charging and dog hotels: Seven perks to lure you to the office

Companies are trying a variety of incentives to lure staff back to the office.

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Indonesia cough syrup deaths: Relief for families as court allows lawsuit

More than 200 children died from tainted cough syrup - now a court will let parents seek compensation.

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Here's what would happen if Trump were arrested

Could the former president the former President gets indicted? Our correspondent explains.

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Energy bill help drives UK borrowing to February record

The government borrowed its highest amount of any February to fund support for energy bills.

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Cloete Murray: South African corruption investigator shot dead

Cloete Murray was the liquidator for Bosasa, a company implicated in government contract scandals.

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William Hill: Gambling addict says bookmaker didn't help him stop

A teacher says William Hill should have done more to stop him betting when he was staking thousands.

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Prosecuting Donald Trump would be politically motivated, say Republicans

Members of the former US president's party claim prosecutors investigating him are part of the "radical left".

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Taliban officials must sack sons given government jobs

Afghanistan's Islamist leader says officials should replace appointed sons or nephews and hire other workers.

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Nigeria elections 2023: Counting under way in governor polls marred by violence

Violence has marred polling in several states including the commercial city of Lagos.

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Ukraine war: Putin pays visit to occupied Mariupol, state media reports

The Russian president toured the Ukrainian city devastated by Russian shelling, the Kremlin says.

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Southern Ecuador earthquake kills at least 12

A strong earthquake off Ecuador's southern coast left people trapped in collapsed houses.

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Russia and Ukraine extend grain deal despite disagreement

The renewed accord means exports can continue via Ukraine's Black Sea ports, but it is unclear how long for.

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Trump says he expects to be arrested on Tuesday

Prosecutors in New York are considering charges over alleged hush money payments to an ex-porn star.

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Imran Khan supporters clash with police outside court

Meanwhile police have entered the ground of the former PM's home in Lahore.

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France pension protests: Clashes with police in Paris as demonstrations continue

Demonstrators are angry at President Macron's decision to force through pension reforms.

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Abortion pills banned in Wyoming as Texas judge considers nationwide decision

The ban comes as a Texas judge considers revoking nationwide approval of a common abortion pill.

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Taiwan charges ex-MP and former admiral with spying for China

The pair are accused of organising free trips to mainland China for 48 retired military officers.

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What the Budget means for you and your money

Childcare, energy bill support, pensions and more will affect your finances. This is the impact on you.

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Aldi gives staff a further pay bump

The supermarket group has raised its national hourly wage to £11.40 and £12.85 for Greater London.

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Potatoes bury people after roof collapses in India

Rescuers search through piles of vegetables after the accident at the storage facility in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh.

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Stock markets rally as Wall Street swoops to rescue First Republic

Asia markets rise as US bank giants pump money into First Republic, easing fears of a banking crisis.

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Stock markets rally as Wall Street swoops to rescue First Republic

Asia markets rise as US bank giants pump money into First Republic, easing fears of a banking crisis.

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Budget 2023: Warning pension tax breaks may make some retire early

The Resolution Foundation, which focuses on low income earners, says the move is 'poor value for money'.

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TikTok to be banned on UK government phones

The company has denied passing users' information to the authorities in Beijing.

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Bakhmut: Quentin Sommerville near the frontline in Bakhmut

The BBC joins Ukrainian soldiers just 500 metres from Russian forces as they battle for the city in the Donbas region.

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John Lewis axes staff bonus again as losses surge

The department store operator and Waitrose owner says shoppers 'felt the pain of inflation'.

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Cocaine production reaches record levels as new trafficking hubs emerge

After Covid lockdowns hit both demand and supply, production is at record levels, the UN says.

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