Breast cancer checks missing most women under 50 who are at risk, says study
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Up to 95% of younger women who are at higher risk of developing breast cancer are being missed by current NHS checks, researchers warn.

More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel, French authorities say
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to the French maritime prefecture of the Channel and North Sea.

Analysis: Trump challenged by cold reality from top allies
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

A president used to bending US politics to his will faces two stinging losses in a matter of days, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.

There's a reason child vaccination rates are falling - and it's not social media
Posted on Monday August 03, 2026

As child immunisation rates fall across the UK, one clinic in west Yorkshire is taking aggressive steps to boost immunisations

BP's $5.7bn profit highest since 2022 as Iran war pushes up oil price
Posted on Tuesday August 04, 2026

Higher oil prices boost the energy giant's results while environmental groups accuse it of profiteering.