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In pictures: The dotty world of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who has died aged 97

Kusama was known for creating extraordinary immersive worlds that delighted millions of visitors.

27 Aug 2026 2:53 pm
Police investigating alleged assault in Carse incident

An incident during which Brydon Carse was handcuffed is being investigated by Derbyshire Police, who say they are looking into allegations of assault.

27 Aug 2026 2:49 pm
Delap joins Forest for 50m bidding to rebuild career

BBC Sport examines what went wrong for Liam Delap at Chelsea and how he could bounce back in new surroundings.

27 Aug 2026 2:35 pm
Norway's royal family gathers at King Harald's bedside as his condition worsens

The 89-year-old has been in hospital for over a week receiving treatment for a rare blood condition.

27 Aug 2026 2:29 pm
Liverpool close in on signing PSG forward Barcola

Liverpool are close to agreeing a deal with Paris St-Germain for Bradley Barcola for a fee that is expected to be in excess of 100m.

27 Aug 2026 1:40 pm
Residents need to feel safe after deadly crash and fire near Middlesbrough, council leader says

Alec Brown says Redcar and Cleveland Council is working tirelessly after nine people died in a crash and fire.

27 Aug 2026 1:22 pm
Collapsed glacier likely caused devastating Nepal-Tibet floods, scientists say

Preliminary investigations by scientists have pointed to a collapsed glacier as the cause, highlighting the issue of rapidly melting Himalayan ice.

27 Aug 2026 1:17 pm
Chelsea in talks to sign Atalanta defender Ahanor

Chelsea are in talks to sign 18-year-old Atalanta and Italy defender Honest Ahanor for 34.3m.

27 Aug 2026 12:58 pm
Why Herrera is playing for free in Spanish third division

Ander Herrera has represented some of the world's biggest clubs, but now he is back home playing for free in Spain's third tier - and this is why.

27 Aug 2026 12:32 pm
Anguish stalks Nepal flood survivors whose loved ones were swept away

One woman says her father, mother, sister and sister's children were carried away before her eyes.

27 Aug 2026 12:13 pm
People pulled from mud in Nepal amid rescue operations

At least 160 people have been killed along the Nepal-Tibet border as rescuers struggle to reach the disaster zone.

27 Aug 2026 11:32 am
Nepalese authorities say 33 UK nationals missing after floods

Police in Nepal say 826 people are missing, with over 529 tourists among them

27 Aug 2026 11:21 am
Is Saka getting back to his best at Arsenal?

Bukayo Saka has struggled to produce his best on a consistent basis in recent months, but could be getting back to top form this season.

27 Aug 2026 10:50 am
Watson to face fellow Briton Dart for US Open spot

Heather Watson will face compatriot Harriet Dart for a place in the US Open main draw as six British players reach the final qualifying round.

27 Aug 2026 10:46 am
Clash over Germany's Nazi past as far-right AfD poised for election breakthrough

Remembering its role in the World Wars is a key aspect of modern Germany's identity but the AfD argues it is time to take a more positive view of the past.

27 Aug 2026 10:45 am
Facebook seller mis-sold me a horse that kicked my daughter in the head

Five women tell the BBC they were mis-sold unsafe and injured horses by a seller on Facebook.

27 Aug 2026 10:35 am
Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97

The artist died earlier in August after a life devoted entirely to artistic creation, her company said.

27 Aug 2026 9:27 am
Trial date set for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed

His plea deal to avoid a death-penalty trial was rejected by a federal appeals court last summer.

27 Aug 2026 8:20 am
At least one dead after car crashes into crowd in northern France

One suspect was arrested after the incident in Caen, police said, following a reported fight at a nearby bar.

27 Aug 2026 5:11 am
Experts' five tips to make a rented property feel like home

Experts share tips on how to make a flat or house feel like your own without annoying the landlord.

27 Aug 2026 4:38 am
Want your job application to stand out? Employers say they look for these six skills

Experts have identified six key skills that will count as much as qualifications in getting and keeping a job in the coming decade.

27 Aug 2026 4:38 am
Scottish Highlands benefiting from 'coolcation' trend

Scotland and other northern European nations are seeing more tourists as people avoid the heat.

27 Aug 2026 4:38 am
Treatment involving patient's family cuts mental health hospital admissions, study finds

The approach focuses on the patient priorities, seeing the same clinicians, and involving people close to them.

27 Aug 2026 4:37 am
World's first patient to undergo live AI-assisted brain surgery has tumour removed

Without brain surgery guided by live AI assistance, Rhys Hibbert could have lost his sight to a tumour.

27 Aug 2026 4:37 am
Plug-in solar panels are coming to a shop near you - here's what to know

The UK government claimes panels could help homes significantly cut energy bills.

27 Aug 2026 4:36 am
How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts

While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.

27 Aug 2026 4:33 am
'Mini-Rodri' Gonzalez shown he will be loved at Newcastle

Nico Gonzalez is given a rapturous welcome before Newcastle's Carabao Cup win against West Brom following the 52m midfielder's arrival from Manchester City.

27 Aug 2026 4:22 am
The Papers: 'Britons lost in Nepal flood' and 'Regal had landed'

The devastating flash flood and mudslides along the Nepal and Tibet border dominates Thursday's papers.

27 Aug 2026 4:03 am
Liverpool v Spurs & Man Utd v Brighton - full EFL Cup third-round draw

Liverpool face Tottenham in the third round of the EFL Cup, Manchester United play Brighton and Manchester City draw Norwich.

27 Aug 2026 3:03 am
Burnham calls summit of Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish first ministers

The announcement comes as Burnham holds his first official visit to Wales since becoming prime minster.

27 Aug 2026 3:02 am
Woman who died in fire with niece, 7, was 'beautiful soul', mother tells BBC

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder over the fire in Middlesborough, police say.

27 Aug 2026 2:59 am
Uefa to push to remove Infantino after dropping boycott

Uefa dropped their plans to boycott Fifa tournaments on Wednesday, but will still move forward with efforts to remove Gianni Infantino.

27 Aug 2026 2:34 am
Vrancken's side come of age as Hearts bid goodnight Vienna

After some early season setbacks, proud Wouter Vrancken believes Hearts are getting their rewards by securing Conference League progress.

27 Aug 2026 2:24 am
Canal killer who dismembered victims dies in jail

John Sweeney was serving a whole-life sentence after being convicted in 2011 of the two murders.

27 Aug 2026 1:42 am
Villa close to 65m move for Chelsea's Jackson

The striker is nearing a move to Villa Park after three years at Chelsea.

27 Aug 2026 1:16 am
Parrot eggs hatch after suspected Thai smuggler arrested at South African airport

A 50-year-old Thai suspect was arrested with the eggs in a homemade incubator carried as hand luggage.

27 Aug 2026 12:49 am
New thunderstorm warnings for parts of UK as rain set to continue

The Met Office has issued fresh thunderstorm warnings for Thursday with the potential for England and Wales to see flash flooding as the unsettled weather continues.

27 Aug 2026 12:45 am
Littler suffers another setback with semi-final exit at PC28

Luke Littler's hopes of qualifying for the Players Championship finals suffers another setback as he is beaten by Brendan Dolan in the semi-finals of PC28 in Leicester.

27 Aug 2026 12:21 am
The life of Rocky Horror star Tim Curry

English actor Tim Curry, best known for playing the outlandish Frank-N-Furter in film musical The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at the age of 80.

26 Aug 2026 11:49 pm
What we know about deadly Nepal-Tibet floods

Hundreds are feared to have died in flooding and landslides on the border of Nepal and Tibet.

26 Aug 2026 11:22 pm
Meta to pay up to $18bn to settle claims its platforms harm children

The deal has been reached during a California federal court trial over claims brought by US states.

26 Aug 2026 11:14 pm
US designates Palestine Action a terrorist group

Supporting Palestine Action became illegal in the UK in 2025 after the government banned it under anti-terror legislation.

26 Aug 2026 11:01 pm
Itauma 'million times better' than Fury and Joshua - Hamed

British boxing legend Prince Naseem Hamed has described Moses Itauma as a million times better than Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury.

26 Aug 2026 10:57 pm
Funeral held for renowned Palestinian artist Sliman Mansour

The 79-year-old was best known for paintings depicting the Palestinian landscape and cultural scenes featuring Palestinian symbols of identity.

26 Aug 2026 10:28 pm
Rocky Horror star Tim Curry dies at 80

Curry was best known for playing the outlandish Frank-N-Furter in cult film The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

26 Aug 2026 10:19 pm
Portrait of Ann Widdecombe put up in Parliament for MPs' return

The framed photograph forms part of work by MPs to install a permament memorial for the former minister.

26 Aug 2026 10:10 pm
Root shows off-field leadership - now for on-field

Joe Root has shown himself to be the off-field leader England need - now comes a chance to show his credentials as captain on-field.

26 Aug 2026 10:01 pm
Prince Harry and Meghan Land In The UK

What will Prince Harry and Meghans new life in the Cotswolds look like?

26 Aug 2026 9:57 pm
Fundraiser for A66 crash police officers tops 1m

Cleveland Police Federation says it will split the money between the two officers' families.

26 Aug 2026 9:56 pm
Olympic champion Liu announces break from competition

Women's Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu confirms that she will not compete during the 2026-27 season.

26 Aug 2026 9:55 pm