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16:39

Iran protests continue despite crackdown

Six O"Clock News ·

2026/01/10

The BBC has heard reports of hospitals being overwhelmed in Iran as officials have issued fresh warnings to those taking part in the anti-government protests that have spread across the country for almost a fortnight.Kyiv's energy supply is cut for emergency repairs to infrastructure hit by Russian air strikes as temperatures in Ukraine fall even lower.And there's FA Cup euphoria for Macclesfield as the non-leaguers beat Premier League club and FA Cup holders, Crystal Palace

30:22

Elon Musk's social media platform limits access to...

Six O"Clock News ·

2026/01/09

Downing Street has expressed outrage at changes introduced by the social media platform, X, to address concerns about its AI tool Grok. Also: Iran's Revolutionary Guard has warned it won't tolerate the current unrest in the country, as protests continue for a thirteenth day. And the National Grid says it is working to restore power to tens of thousands of homes after Storm Goretti brought heavy snow to parts of Wales and England.

30:24

Storm Goretti hits the UK

Six O"Clock News ·

2026/01/08

The Met Office has put in place a rare red weather warning for this evening in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, meaning there is a danger to life. Also: Protesters have clashed with federal agents in the US city of Minneapolis, where a woman was shot dead by immigration officers. And the England cricketer, Harry Brook, has apologised after being involved in an altercation with a nightclub bouncer.

30:45

The US boards and seizes a Russian-flagged oil tanker...

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2026/01/07

The United States says it has apprehended two oil tankers which are part of a "ghost fleet" linked to Venezuela. One flying under a Russian flag was seized in the North Atlantic, with the assistance of the British military. Also: The American Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, says he'll meet Danish officials about Greenland next week, after President Trump renewed his threat to seize the territory. And despite England's woeful Ashes performance, the head coach and the director of cricket look set to

30:49

Major European powers offer strong support for Greenland

Six O"Clock News ·

2026/01/06

Greenland's Prime Minister welcomes support from European leaders in the face of the Trump administration's warning it could take over the territory. Also: The authorities in the Swiss ski resort where dozens of people died during a blaze at a bar admit there wasn't a fire safety inspection for five years. And a "major incident" has been declared in Aberdeenshire as snow continues to grip the north of Scotland.

30:04

The ousted Venezuelan President, Nicolas Maduro,...

Six O"Clock News ·

2026/01/05

The ousted Venezuelan President, Nicolas Maduro, has appeared in court in New York, two days after he was seized by US special forces during a raid in Caracas. Also: 10 people have been found guilty of cyberbullying the French President's wife, Brigitte Macron. And there will be a public holiday in Scotland to celebrate the country's return to the men's football World Cup.

16:36

Rubio: America "not at war" with Venezuela

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2026/01/04

The Trump administration has warned Venezuela's remaining leaders to "do what is right" or "pay a big price". But the Venezuelan military has vowed to confront American aggression. Also: Sir Keir Starmer tells the BBC he wants closer alignment with parts of the EU. And a memorial service is held for the victims of the Crans-Montana fire in the Swiss Alps.

16:37

Trump: US will "run" Venezuela

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2026/01/03

US launches strikes on Venezuela, captures its president, Nicolas Maduro, and takes him to New York. President Trump says he'll face "the full might of American justice" for alleged drug-trafficking offences. Venezuela condemns the attack but the opposition leader, Maria Corina Machado, says the country's "hour of freedom" has arrived. But Mr Trump has dismissed the idea of her leading Venezuela.

30:15

Officials say they believe sparklers caused fire...

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2026/01/02

Swiss officials say they believe the fire that killed 40 people in a bar in Crans-Montana during New Year's celebrations was "caused by sparklers attached to champagne bottles."

13:32

A fire at a Swiss ski resort kills around 40 people

Six O"Clock News ·

2026/01/01

Officials in Switzerland say around 40 people have been killed, after a fire broke out in a bar in the ski resort of Crans-Montana. 115 people were injured; many of them are being treated in specialist burns and respiratory units across the country. An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway, but the region's chief prosecutor said there was "no question" of an attack. At a briefing this afternoon the Swiss President - Guy Parmelin - said this was "one of the worst tragedies" his

15:47

Queen praises Hunt family's bravery after triple murders

Six O"Clock News ·

2025/12/31

Queen Camilla has praised the courage of BBC racing commentator John Hunt and his family - after his wife, Carol, and two daughters, Louise and Hannah, were killed by Louise's ex-partner.Israel's ban on almost 40 aid agencies working in Gaza and the West Bank is described as "unacceptable" by countries including the UK. The Israelis say the organisations must vet their staff more thoroughly.Plus: our political editor Chris Mason reflects on the prospects for Labour and the Prime Minister in

15:45

Channel Tunnel confusion, chaos and cancellations

Six O"Clock News ·

2025/12/30

Thousands of travellers have their New Year plans disrupted by a power failure that closed the Channel Tunnel. Alaa Abd El-Fattah, the British-Egyptian activist who apologised yesterday for historical social media posts, is alleged to have endorsed new claims that he is the victim of a "smear campaign" initiated by Zionists and spies. Plus the world's oldest professional footballer – 58-year-old Kazuyoshi Miura in Japan – joins a new club.

14:38

Tories call for action over British-Egyptian activist

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2025/12/29

The Conservatives call on the Home Secretary to take action over the British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah, who has apologised for past tweets about killing Zionists and the police. Also: Russia revises its stance on peace negotiations, after accusing Ukraine of targeting one of President Putin's official residences. And the next instalment in our series about next year's local and devolved elections in England, Scotland and Wales.

16:43

The French actress and singer, Brigitte Bardot, has died

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2025/12/28

Brigitte Bardot, the French actress and singer who became an international sex symbol, has died at the age of ninety-one. The French president, Emmanuel Macron, called her a "legend of the century". She rose to fame in the 1950s and starred in almost fifty films before turning her back on celebrity to devote her life to animal welfare, saying she was sick of being beautiful. But she continued to court controversy with her outspoken remarks on race and homosexuality.

16:11

Scotland's biggest hospital suspends mortuary staff

Six O"Clock News ·

2025/12/27

A full NHS investigation is under way after Scotland's biggest hospital released the wrong body for a cremation. The mistake was made by mortuary staff at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow. They have been suspended. The error involved incorrect labelling. It emerged only after the funeral service and cremation had taken plac

16:10

26/12/2025 Zelensky to meet Trump this weekend

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2025/12/26

Ukraine's President Zelensky says he'll meet Donald Trump in Florida this weekend for talks on ending the war with Russia

15:20

President Zelensky sets out a new peace plan

Six O"Clock News ·

2025/12/24

President Zelensky has set out a new 20-point peace plan to end the war in Ukraine, and has indicated for the first time that he is willing to negotiate with Russia about territory. Also: European countries have denounced travel bans on five people the White House has accused of censoring US social media platforms. And it's been 100 years since one of the world's most famous children's characters, Winnie the Pooh, first appeared in a printed story.

30:12

Two men are found guilty of planning a gun attack on...

Six O"Clock News ·

2025/12/23

Two men have been found guilty of planning a gun attack on the Jewish community in Manchester. Also: The latest release of documents relating to the late sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein, contains a number of references to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and President Trump. And the Government waters down inheritance tax plans for farmers.

30:29

The singer and musician Chris Rea dies at the age of 74

Six O"Clock News ·

2025/12/22

The musician Chris Rea, whose hits include the festive song, Driving Home for Christmas, has died at the age of 74. Also: Russia says it's investigating whether Ukraine was responsible for a car bomb that killed a senior general in Moscow. And 15 people had to be rescued after a large hole opened in a canal in Shropshire.

15:34

US reportedly intercepts third oil tanker off...

Six O"Clock News ·

2025/12/21

US forces are reported to have intercepted an oil tanker in international waters near Venezuela. The South American country has accused the US of international piracy. The Trump administration says the vessels were carrying sanctioned oil. Also: Australia’s Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, is booed at an event held to remember the victims of the Bondi Beach attack. Israel approves 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank. In Cricket, England’s winless run continues, losing the Ashes in three

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