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Paul O'Grady: TV presenter and comedian dies aged 67
The TV presenter and comedian died "unexpectedly but peacefully" on Tuesday evening, his husband says.

UK asylum plans: Plan to house migrants in ex-military bases to be unveiled
Immigration minister Robert Jenrick will announce a new accommodation strategy in the Commons later.

Renting: Number of UK homes available down by a third
UK lettings agencies have 10 places to rent on average, compared to 16 before 2021, Zoopla data shows.

Nashville shooter sent a former classmate messages moments before attack
"I'm still trying to wrap my head around what we're going through," former classmate Averianna Patton told the BBC.

King Charles's first state visit: What to expect from Germany trip
Improving relations with Europe is the priority, as the King's first state visit heads for Germany.

Bodycam footage shows response to school shooting
The video shows Nashville officers confronting and shooting the attacker in the Covenant School.

Diesel 17p more per litre than petrol despite oil price falls
Difference between price per litre is "scandalous" given similar wholesale costs, RAC says.

Next says prices to rise by less than expected this year
Lower shipping costs and factory prices means price rises will be lower this year, retailer says.

Climate change: England not prepared for impact
The government's advisers urge a "step change" in climate adaptation policy to avoid an increased risk to life.

NHS: Public satisfaction with health service drops to record low
Just 29% of Britons say they are satisfied, citing waiting times and lack of staff as key concerns.

Baroness Casey urges Met Police chief to accept problems are institutional
Baroness Casey challenges police chief to fully accept her report, in a BBC debate.

Rent prices: How much have they gone up in your area?
Use our interactive tool to find out what the average rent is in your area.

Renting: Three ways to win the race to securing a property
From being first in the queue to being more flexible, here are some tips on how to get ahead in the rental race.

Cost of living: What are your rights as a tenant when you're renting?
With one in five people now renting in the UK, it's important to understand your rights as a tenant.

Rent increases: What you can do about a rise from your landlord
The BBC's Lora Jones tells you four things you can do, if your landlord asks for more money.

'It's tougher than ever to be a comedian'
Stand-ups share what it is like to make a living - and make people laugh - amid a cost of living crisis.

Cost of living: How can I save money on my food shop?
The cost-of-living crisis continues to bite. Here are some things that can reduce the impact.

What is the UK inflation rate and why is the cost of living rising?
The rate at which prices are rising has jumped again, driven by soaring food prices.

Cost of living: What payments are available and how do you claim?
Low-income households, pensioners and some disabled people can get extra help with energy bills.

Mortgages: What happens if I miss a payment?
Homeowners are worried about higher mortgage costs, but lenders must help those struggling.

Energy bills: What can I do if I can't afford to pay?
If you're struggling to afford your gas and electricity bills, what options are available?

Cost of living: Derbyshire chip shop that opened in 1961 to close
Dennis Jackson, 84, will hang up his apron on 8 April and says it will be an emotional day.

UK interest rates: What the rise means for you
The Bank of England has raised the rate from 4% to 4.25%, creating higher mortgage costs.

Mortgage calculator: how much will my mortgage go up?
Use our calculator to find out how much mortgage payments could go up for your household.

Six tips for getting a job if you're over 50
Recruiters and charities give their advice for anyone wanting to get back into work.

Paul O'Grady: A life in pictures
His career spanned more than three decades - from drag acts in London, to an MBE and beyond.

Who is Scotland's new first minister, Humza Yousaf?
Humza Yousaf won a majority of votes from MSPs to become the country's sixth first minister.

Do Instagram and TikTok mean banks are less safe?
The fastest bank run in US history was enabled by the speed of social media combined with digital banking.

Dermalogica founder's five words of advice
Jane Wurwand, who co-founded the skincare brand Dermalogica, shares her advice for our CEO Secrets series.

Martine Vik Magnussen: Billionaire’s son admits role in death to BBC
Farouk Abdulhak, who fled to Yemen after the death of a student in London, admits his involvement.

Israel crisis a battle for country's identity
The Jewish state is at a critical point as opposing sides seek to shape its future.

Nazare: Love and pain on the world's biggest wave
For generations of locals, Nazare's giant waves meant only death and danger. Now, they have fuelled a big-wave surfing boom in the town.

Jeremy Corbyn: The left-wing veteran outcast by his party
The ex-Labour leader's long political career hangs in the balance after being stopped from standing as an MP.

Music star Angélique Kidjo says the Grammys 'need diversity'
"We are working on it," says the star, who sits on the awards' board of trustees.

Harry's power play: Why has the prince turned up at court?
The prince's appearance at London’s High Court took many by surprise.

Inside Britain's biggest sewer under London's River Thames
The new tunnel under the River Thames in London is 25km long was built at a cost of almost £5bn.

Lebanon crisis: The Syrian refugees recycling to stay alive
Companies pay tiny amounts for recyclable waste in Beirut. Deiri Fayyad dives into bins to find it.

Reach for the Stars: The perils of being a 90s pop star
Exhaustion, fist fights and no money: A new book, Reach For The Stars, uncovers pop's dirty secrets.

Good Friday Agreement: Gerry Adams praises David Trimble's peace bravery
Former Sinn Féin president says he only recently realised how difficult it was for the UUP leader.

Paternoster lift at Essex university is TikTok hit
Videos demonstrating the 1960s lift at the University of Essex have been watched millions of times.

The tech helping driverless cars see round corners
A trial in London used existing street cameras to help an autonomous car navigate city streets.

Coronation street party deadline is looming
If you want to close your street over the bank holiday weekend, you need to get your application in soon.

Israel judicial reform: Why is there a crisis?
Israel is facing one of the biggest internal crises in its history - here's why.

Nitrous oxide: What is it and how dangerous is it?
How is laughing gas used and what does it do to your body?

Gwyneth Paltrow ski crash trial: Who's who
Paltrow's accuser Terry Sanderson will testify on Monday, as will three members of her family,

Scotland 2-0 Spain: Steve Clarke's classy and clinical side give coming of age show
Scotland deliver a performance for the ages to vanquish a new-look Spain on an unforgettable night at Hampden, writes Tom English.

Wales boss Robert Page says his side have shown future can be bright
Robert Page says his Wales side have exceeded expectations by taking four points from their opening two European Championship qualifiers to top their group.

Women's Ashes 2023: Australia include Phoebe Litchfield in 15-player squad
Australia include teenage batter Phoebe Litchfield in their 15-player squad for the Women's Ashes against England.

Women's Six Nations 2023: England's Poppy Cleall and Amber Reed unavailable for Italy
England forward Poppy Cleall and centre Amber Reed will be unavailable for Sunday's Women's Six Nations match against Italy after sustaining knee injuries against Scotland.

Anthony Joshua v Jermaine Franklin: Behind the scenes at Texas training camp
Tony Bellew visits Anthony Joshua and new trainer Derrick James at the fighter's camp as he prepares for his comeback bout against Jermaine Franklin.

Women's Champions League: 'Arsenal can beat anyone' says boss Jonas Eidevall
Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall says his side are capable of beating anyone as they attempt to overturn a first-leg deficit in the Women's Champions League against Bayern Munich.

Can Humza Yousaf unite the SNP?
Humza Yousaf faces several challenges as he takes over as SNP leader and Scotland's first minister.

Who is the new SNP leader?
He was widely seen as the preferred candidate of the SNP establishment - including Nicola Sturgeon.

Humza Yousaf: What do young people want from new SNP leader?
BBC Newsbeat spent a week finding out what youth voters think about big issues in Scottish politics.

Humza Yousaf: We will be the generation that delivers independence for Scotland
Humza Yousaf has called on the party to unite behind him after he was elected as new leader of the SNP.

Nicola Sturgeon's legacy as first minister in eight charts
As she prepares to leave office, what do the numbers tell us about Ms Sturgeon's record on the key issues?

Chris Mason: Old tensions to remain for SNP's new leader
The election of Humza Yousaf gives the SNP a softer political landing than a Kate Forbes victory.

How will Scotland's new first minister be appointed?
Humza Yousaf will face a vote in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday before being confirmed as the country's sixth first minister.