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Are Trump's Asia tariffs a 'full-frontal assault' on China?
on 3 April 2025 at 08:15
There were five Asian nations in the 10 countries and territories hit with the highest tariffs.
World leaders criticise Trump tariffs as 'major blow'
on 3 April 2025 at 07:08
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says US tariffs will see "uncertainty spiral" as world leaders react to Trump's announcement.
Myanmar leader heads to Bangkok as quake deaths climb to 3,000
on 3 April 2025 at 06:20
Min Aung Hlaing is scheduled to attend a summit of the seven countries that border the Bay of Bengal.
US tariffs on China, EU and more, at a glance
on 3 April 2025 at 06:00
A 10% rate of import tax will apply globally - with higher rates for a list of Trump's "worst offenders".
Three things to know about Trump's tariffs announcement
on 3 April 2025 at 01:49
The BBC's Michelle Fleury breaks down what the import taxes mean for the US and countries around the world.
Marine Le Pen's ban outraged France's far right - and they may well take revenge
on 2 April 2025 at 23:06
Could the National Rally retaliate in parliament by attempting to bring down the fragile coalition government?
How aid becomes a weapon in Myanmar's war zone
on 2 April 2025 at 21:59
Rescue and relief workers seeking access to some of the worst quake-hit areas are being blocked by the military.
Watch: Key moments in Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs announcement
on 2 April 2025 at 20:49
The US president said universal 10% tariffs would go into effect for all countries starting 5 April.
Slovakia backs plan to shoot 350 bears after man killed in attack
on 2 April 2025 at 18:40
Around a quarter of the country's brown bears will be culled after a man was attacked in a forest.
Tesla sales plunge after Elon Musk backlash
on 2 April 2025 at 18:35
The car maker's sales slide has been attributed to competition and controversy around its boss.
Gaza bakeries shut and painkillers on ration after month of Israeli blockade
on 2 April 2025 at 17:51
Many Palestinians say they are going hungry after Israel stopped all aid deliveries to put pressure on Hamas.
Inside Mandalay: BBC joins rescuers searching for earthquake dead in Myanmar
on 2 April 2025 at 17:27
The BBC’s Yogita Limaye is the first foreign journalist to enter the country since the disaster struck.
Judge permanently dismisses criminal case against NYC mayor
on 2 April 2025 at 17:07
The decision comes nearly two months after the Trump administration first sought to drop the case against Eric Adams.
Survivor challenges Israeli account of attack on Gaza paramedics
on 2 April 2025 at 16:28
Palestinian paramedic Munther Abed rejects Israel's assertion that the vehicles approached troops with their lights off.
US cancels visa of Nobel Peace Prize winner Oscar Arias
on 2 April 2025 at 16:24
The ex-president of Costa Rica has compared Donald Trump's behaviour with that of a Roman emperor.
Inside Mandalay: BBC finds huge devastation and little help for Myanmar quake survivors
on 2 April 2025 at 16:04
Yogita Limaye is the one of the first foreign journalists to enter Myanmar since a huge earthquake hit the war-torn country.
Myanmar military announces temporary ceasefire
on 2 April 2025 at 14:49
It says the truce will be in effect from 2-22 April to speed up relief efforts after last week's deadly earthquake.
Young Sicilian woman killed in broad daylight by stalker
on 2 April 2025 at 14:00
A 27-year-old man has confessed to the murder of university student Sara Campanella but has not said why.
Hollywood remembers 'wonderful' actor Val Kilmer
on 2 April 2025 at 13:49
He starred in some of the biggest movies of the 1980s and 90s, including Top Gun and The Doors.
Mexican band has US visas revoked for 'glorifying drug kingpin'
on 2 April 2025 at 13:16
The band Los Alegres del Barranco had shown an image of a cartel leader on stage during a concert.

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Three ways the move may affect you and your money
on 3 April 2025 at 08:53
The UK has been hit with 10% tariffs by the US, but there is uncertainty as to the impact of them.
'It's a huge blow to Scotland's whisky industry' - UK firms react
on 3 April 2025 at 08:48
Business in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland tell us what US tariffs could mean for them.
Union boss says ministers sitting on hands over Birmingham bin strike
on 3 April 2025 at 08:36
Unite boss Sharon Graham tells deputy PM Angela Rayner talks on the industrial action are farcical.
Verstappen liking Lawson 'panic' post 'speaks for itself'
on 3 April 2025 at 07:22
Max Verstappen says it "was not a mistake" that he liked a comment on social media criticising Red Bull's decision to demote Liam Lawson.
Faisal Islam: This is the biggest change to global trade in 100 years
on 3 April 2025 at 07:13
The impact of the tariffs will be huge, with significant changes to long-standing global avenues of trade.
Myanmar leader heads to Bangkok as quake deaths climb to 3,000
on 3 April 2025 at 06:20
Min Aung Hlaing is scheduled to attend a summit of the seven countries that border the Bay of Bengal.
'The Goose' chases golds before return to dental school
on 3 April 2025 at 06:13
Olympic 1500m medallist Yared Nuguse's ambition has always been to become an orthodontist, but a career as a professional athlete has put those plans on hold - for now.
The countries hit hardest by new US tariffs - the plan at a glance
on 3 April 2025 at 06:00
A 10% rate of import tax will apply globally - with higher rates for a list of Trump's "worst offenders".
Would-be home buyers lose thousands on unfinished flats
on 3 April 2025 at 05:24
The developer says people lost their "reservation deposits" because buyers failed to exchange.
Revenge porn victim 'constantly paranoid' after topless images shared online
on 3 April 2025 at 05:02
A record number of victims of so-called revenge porn reported intimate image abuse to a dedicated UK helpline last year.
Chris Mason: UK relief but not delight at tariff plans
on 3 April 2025 at 04:43
How the world responds to the tariffs will have economic and political consequences for the UK, writes our political editor.
The Papers: 'World faces economic war' and 'TikTok talks'
on 3 April 2025 at 03:40
Most of Thursday's front pages lead on Trump announcing universal 10% tariffs on all imports into the US.
Trump's tariffs are a longtime goal fulfilled, and his biggest gamble yet
on 3 April 2025 at 02:10
The president acknowledged that he will face pushback from some, but he urged Americans to trust his instincts.
Watch: What you need to know after announcement
on 3 April 2025 at 01:49
The BBC's Michelle Fleury breaks down what the import taxes mean for the US and countries around the world.
'I was a Premier League referee, but now I'm learning to walk again'
on 3 April 2025 at 01:24
Uriah Rennie uses a wheelchair after a rare condition left him paralysed from the waist down.
UK charities launch Myanmar Earthquake Appeal
on 3 April 2025 at 01:21
More than 3,000 people have died and thousands have been displaced in Myanmar.
Councils in England putting homeless children at risk, MPs find
on 3 April 2025 at 00:48
An inquiry says children are living in "appalling conditions" and suffering impacts to their health.
'Reckless' tackle & 'offside' goal - were Liverpool-Everton officials wrong?
on 2 April 2025 at 23:20
A possible red card and potential offside in the build-up to the winner - did the officials get it wrong in the Merseyside derby?
Assisted dying: California man invites BBC to witness his death as MPs debate new law
on 2 April 2025 at 23:14
Wayne Hawkins believes terminally ill people should be able to die when they choose, but others in the state disagree.
'It's high, it's dangerous, it's red!' - Tarkowski's lucky escape
on 2 April 2025 at 23:11
Match of the Day's Micah Richards and Joe Hart discuss James Tarkowski's "Merseyside tackle of old" on Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister, and say Everton "were fortunate to still have 11 players on the pitch".