Senegal government alleges corruption after Morocco awarded Africa Cup of Nations following appeal
Posted on Wednesday March 18, 2026

The Senegalese government calls for an "independent international investigation" at the Confederation of African Football after it stripped Senegal of the Africa Cup of Nations title.

Angela Rayner's explosive speech reignites leadership speculation
Posted on Wednesday March 18, 2026

The ex-deputy PM did not name Keir Starmer in her attack on Labour's direction and policies - but she did not have to.

MSP rules out reintroducing assisted dying bill after election
Posted on Wednesday March 18, 2026

Liam McArthur said it was time to pass the baton to someone else after five years of work on the now-rejected bill.

Ukraine faces missile shortage due to Middle East war, says Zelensky
Posted on Wednesday March 18, 2026

In an exclusive interview with the BBC, the Ukrainian president says Putin wants a "long war" between the US and Iran.

Adoption system leaves too many parents isolated, government admits after BBC investigation
Posted on Wednesday March 18, 2026

The children and families minister for England apologises to families who have received "support from services that isn't good enough".