High Street mini-marts selling cocaine, cannabis and prescription drugs, BBC secret filming reveals
Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.
Watch: BBC goes undercover at mini-mart selling drugs
BBC UK editor Ed Thomas confronts a shopkeeper secretly filmed selling cannabis and cocaine to one of our researchers.
Riot police to deploy on French beaches under new deal to stop illegal Channel migrant crossings
The three-year agreement will see at least 50 riot-trained police officers drafted in to tackle violence and “hostile crowds”.
Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in air strike
Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of war crimes after IDF attacks on Red Cross vehicles also stopped rescuers from reaching the site.
The furious debate over building houses on golf courses
Are golf courses the right places to build housing, or are they simply a soft target?
Ban 'forever chemicals' in uniforms and frying pans, MPs urge
School uniforms and non-stick pans are some of the everyday products that should stop using chemicals called PFAS, MPs say.
Girl, 10, finds rare Mexican axolotl under Welsh bridge
Evie and her mother were enjoying a day trip to south Wales when they came across the amphibian.
No Fifa plans for Iran-Italy swap at World Cup
Fifa stands by comments made last week by president Gianni Infantino in which he said that "the Iranian team is coming, for sure".
Two trains collide head-on in Denmark, leaving five critically hurt
The accident happened early on Thursday at a level crossing north of Copenhagen.
Prince Louis holiday photo released to mark eighth birthday
The portrait was taken by photographer Matt Porteous in Cornwall earlier this month.
How Russell is surprising himself in title race - and the positives of F1's new rules
George Russell tells BBC Sport how he would enjoy more competition for the F1 title and why his approach to racing is the same as when he was 10 years old.
Stars line red carpet at London premiere of Devil Wears Prada 2
Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt were among the actors who appeared on the red carpet.
'My instinct was to help him': Runners help exhausted man finish Boston Marathon
The BBC spoke to Boston marathon runner, Ajay Haridasse, who was helped over the finish line by two strangers.
Labour MPs are increasingly restless – but aren't ready to oust Starmer yet
Labour MPs say that while the prime minister is unpopular, a contest is unlikely as there isn't a candidate ready to replace him.
Mythical shapes and the impact of oil: Meet the nominees for the art world's prestigious prize
Judges said the four shortlisted artists presented "a compelling reflection of contemporary British art".
'I can't stop using it' - under-16s have their say on possible social media ban
Thirty three children discussed possible limits the government are considering on social media.
'My baby scratches and scratches': Families say their homes are making their children sick
A cross-party report has called for safer conditions for the record number of families living in temporary accommodation.
Girl, 14, found in singer D4vd's car died of 'multiple injuries'
The medical examiner said the 14-year-old's cause of death was determined months ago but was blocked from release.
UK borrowing lowest for three years but Iran war clouds outlook
The improvement in government finances is unlikely to last, analysts say, with the impact of the Iran way yet to hit.
Ruth Slenczynska, last surviving pupil of Rachmaninoff, dies aged 101
Ruth Slenczynska was a child prodigy who played with five US Presidents and recorded into her 90s.
'It's like someone waved a magic wand': Girl, 6, has sight restored by gene therapy
Saffie's mum says Luxturna therapy at Great Ormond Street has been like "someone waved a magic wand".
Teen boy held at young offenders' institution dies
The child was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital, where he died on Monday.
US Navy chief leaving post 'effective immediately', Pentagon says
Reports say Phelan, whose role was largely administrative, left amid tension over US shipbuilding.
Lonely veterans' activity fund spent on Royal British Legion building upgrade
A branch in County Armagh was awarded £140,000 from a charity to deliver three projects for veterans, but internal reports show that only £41,000 went on these schemes.
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Exposed: The High Street Crime Crisis
From illegal cigarettes to cocaine - we go undercover on Britain's high streets.
Keir Starmer v The Civil Service
What effect has the Mandelson saga had on the PM’s relationship with the civil service?
Democrats fight back against Trump in Virginia… and win
Has Trump’s plan to redraw America’s political map backfired?
Discover the surprising wildlife of London
Sir David Attenborough explores the surprising wildlife of his hometown – London.
How Russell is surprising himself in F1 title race
George Russell tells BBC Sport how he would enjoy more competition for the F1 title and why his approach to racing is the same as when he was 10 years old.
No Fifa plans for Iran-Italy swap at World Cup
Fifa stands by comments made last week by president Gianni Infantino in which he said that "the Iranian team is coming, for sure".
Pietersen criticises Cook for Bethell comments
Kevin Pietersen rekindles an old feud with Alastair Cook by defending Jacob Bethell’s continued presence at the Indian Premier League.
Best friends with Hamilton - the man 'ruffling feathers' in fencing
BBC Sport speaks to Miles Chamley-Watson, the man behind the World Fencing League, which launches on Saturday in Los Angeles.
Blackburn legend Parkes dies aged 76
Former Blackburn Rovers player and coach Tony Parkes has died, aged 76.
Mid-race seizure to marathon mission - Warner-Judd's second chance
Great Britain's Jess Warner-Judd will make her London Marathon debut less than two years after a mid-race seizure left her fearing her career might be over.
