England's mayors to be given power to introduce tourist tax
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

The government is expected to outline how local leaders will be able to impose levies on overnight stays.

Iran war will not end until after November US elections, says Trump
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

The president also said oil prices won't come down until after the November races, claiming without evidence that Iran wants to impact the election.

AI is becoming harder to control – can humans stay in charge?
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

AI agents went on an uncontrolled hacking spree, leaving some in the industry worried

Migraines and acne among five more conditions pharmacists can treat
Posted on Thursday September 10, 2026

Pharmacies in England will soon offer treatments for a total of 12 common conditions which save people going to their GP first.

Land in limbo: BBC visits West Bank village in area earmarked by Israel for settlement
Posted on Wednesday September 09, 2026

BBC's Middle East Correspondent Lucy Williamson visits the Palestinian community of Khan al Ahmar in the so-called E1 area, and the neighbouring Israeli settlement of Maale Admumim.