English mayors will get new powers to levy tourist taxes
Politics 2025-11-26 04:00
Mayors will be given the power to charge tourists a tax for staying overnight in their towns and cities.

Ex-wife of Dubai royal says she fears arrest as custody battle escalates
World 2025-11-26 04:00
Zeynab Javadli's ex-husband has lodged a criminal complaint with Dubai police, accusing her of kidnapping their three daughters.

Farage's racism denials are dishonest, says ex-classmate
Politics 2025-11-26 03:00
Peter Ettedgui tells the BBC Nigel Farage targeted antisemitic abuse at him when they were teenagers.

Over 21s to get £12.71 an hour in minimum wage rise
Business 2025-11-26 03:00
The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.

Fifa to keep top seeds apart in World Cup draw
Top Stories 2025-11-26 02:00
The top four seeded countries will not be able to meet each other until the semi-finals of next year's World Cup for the first time in the tournament's history.

Make the art you want to see, says Bafta Breakthrough actor
Entertainment & Arts 2025-11-26 02:00
The What it Feels Like For a Girl star says his career changed when he posted Instagram videos.

Rachel Reeves will be hoping this Budget buys her some time
Politics 2025-11-26 02:00
Deep unpopularity in the country and jittery Labour MPs is the prism through which both the countdown to this Budget and its aftermath should be seen.

Who is Trump's 'drone guy' Dan Driscoll, taking key role in Ukraine talks?
World 2025-11-26 02:00
The youngest-ever US army secretary has been thrust into the spotlight as the face of renewed efforts to end the years-long war.

Israel receives coffin that Hamas says contains Gaza hostage's body
World 2025-11-26 02:00
The remains will be transferred to Israeli forces, who will take them to Israel's forensic medicine institute for identification.

Help to Save scheme to be offered to more people
Business 2025-11-26 01:00
The government gives a 50% bonus after two and four years, to encourage those on low incomes to save.
