Care home closure meant my brother had to move away to die

George Mackay was diagnosed with cancer the year after the care home in his remote crofting village had closed.

10th, February 2026, 06:11pm

One hundred flood warnings as heavy downpours persist

With more rain in the forecast, BBC Weather presenter Simon King looks at what's been causing the very wet year so far.

10th, February 2026, 05:39pm

'A convicted sex offender befriended me, then bombarded me with explicit images'

Ben Gunnery was sentenced to 12 months suspended for two years on Monday.

10th, February 2026, 03:17pm

'A hug, a quick kiss': How to reconnect after having children

Relationships often change after children. Here are ways to help get your partnership back on track.

10th, February 2026, 02:29pm

'We are just parents, not a couple': How to reconnect after having kids

Relationships often change after children. Here are ways to help get your partnership back on track.

10th, February 2026, 02:29pm

British Museum to keep pendant linked to Henry VIII

The museum says it has reached a fundraising goal so it can permanently display the artefact.

10th, February 2026, 02:21pm

Australia police defend actions after violence at protest over Israeli president visit

Videos from the rally appear to show officers punching protesters and dragging praying men away.

10th, February 2026, 02:12pm

Trump threatens to block opening of US-Canada bridge

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, which connects Michigan to Ontario, is set to open this year.

10th, February 2026, 02:03pm

Chris Mason: Labour sticks with Starmer for now but this is not over

The prime minister has come through a political near-death experience, the BBC's political editor writes.

10th, February 2026, 01:46pm

Catherine O'Hara's cause of death confirmed as blood clot

The Schitt's Creek and Home Alone actress died last month in a US hospital, at the age of 71.

10th, February 2026, 01:26pm