Trump orders India tariff hike to 50% for buying Russian oil
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 22:19:29 GMT
India, which now faces among the highest tariff rates imposed by the US, called the levy "unjustified and unreasonable".
Trump says 'good prospect' of summit with Putin and Zelensky after envoy's Russia visit
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 22:21:54 GMT
Expectations for a ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv are muted, despite the US president's threat of sweeping sanctions.
'I live in a peaceful corner of Bristol. But the house next door is empty and full of rats'
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 23:03:11 GMT
The number of vacant properties in England is rising, causing problems for residents and councils.
Flights resume after Birmingham Airport emergency landing closes runway
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 20:45:39 GMT
The plane has been removed, and Birmingham Airport's runway reopened shortly before 20:00 BST.
More teens to get their choice of uni even if they miss their grades, says Ucas
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 23:13:25 GMT
A record number of 18-year-olds will get into their first choice, even if they miss their grades.
Bank of England expected to cut interest rates
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 23:02:10 GMT
Borrowing costs are forecast to fall to 4%, the lowest since early 2023, despite higher inflation.
On Ukraine's front line, twisted wreckage shows sanctions haven't yet stopped Russia
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 21:17:24 GMT
In Kharkiv, investigators gather evidence of Russian attacks - and how it has dodged sanctions.
The secret system Hamas uses to pay government salaries
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:48:57 GMT
Observers are baffled at how Hamas can pay officials as Gaza is isolated and largely reduced to rubble.
MasterChef returns with sacked hosts but without their jokes
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 19:24:02 GMT
Gregg Wallace and John Torode were both sacked following a report into conduct on the BBC show.
People returned to live in Pompeii's ruins, archaeologists say
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 22:39:21 GMT
New evidence suggests an informal settlement was established after the eruption that buried much of the city.
