Francia Márquez, the country’s first Black vice-president, opens up about the strains in her relationship with the president and the obstacles she has faced: ‘The Colombian state is a racist state’ In the historic centre of Colombia’s capital, Bogotá, a gallery of portraits at the vice-president’s official residence displays the ...
Month: April 2026
When the ‘Dubai dream’ goes wrong – podcastWhen the ‘Dubai dream’ goes wrong – podcast
Journalist Will Coldwell tells the story of how a British businessman was imprisoned in Dubai – and how his family finally got him home When Albert Douglas found out he was facing a long prison sentence in Dubai, he tried to escape the UAE … and failed. What followed was ...
Ticket to ride? Fifa premium makes this the World Cup that actively hates you | Jonathan LiewTicket to ride? Fifa premium makes this the World Cup that actively hates you | Jonathan Liew
The $95 bus trip to Foxborough highlights a tournament unique in modern times – one that ultimately makes no secret of its disdain for the paying public Like any journalist with an unerring nose for an offbeat feature, my interest was sharply piqued by this week’s announcement of the $95 ...
Greer: Trump administration wants to be ‘pragmatic’ on ChinaGreer: Trump administration wants to be ‘pragmatic’ on China
The News US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer pushed for a “pragmatic” approach to China, a warmer stance than many analysts have expected ahead of a visit by President Donald Trump. Tensions have been mounting between the US and China ahead of next month’s Beijing summit, though Greer voiced confidence the ...
Middle East crisis live: Trump says Israel and Lebanon to hold talks Thursday; US hits Iran’s oil sector with new sanctionsMiddle East crisis live: Trump says Israel and Lebanon to hold talks Thursday; US hits Iran’s oil sector with new sanctions
New meeting to come after rare direct talks between the countries mediated by US; Netanyahu earlier says Israel about to ‘overwhelm’ part of southern Lebanon US and Iran in indirect talks to extend two-week ceasefire Here are some of the latest images coming in from the Middle East amid growing ...
Migrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation findsMigrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation finds
In the third part of an undercover investigation, the BBC reveals how rules aimed at protecting abuse victims are being exploited. ...
Watch: Reporter told to fake domestic abuse claim to remain in the UKWatch: Reporter told to fake domestic abuse claim to remain in the UK
Some migrants are being encouraged to fabricate abuse allegations in order to stay in the UK. ...
Lyse Doucet in Iran: Under fragile ceasefire, Iranians wonder if US deal can be doneLyse Doucet in Iran: Under fragile ceasefire, Iranians wonder if US deal can be done
The BBC’s chief international correspondent reports from Iran as diplomatic efforts to avoid a return to war intensify. ...
Move over wind farms: Why some argue cutting costs is the best way to cut carbonMove over wind farms: Why some argue cutting costs is the best way to cut carbon
From heat pumps to offshore wind, the UK’s net zero push is facing growing scrutiny. Are rising costs undermining climate goals? ...
Nine universities start legal action over student loan error rowNine universities start legal action over student loan error row
About 22,000 students in England were told they were given loans by mistake and must immediately pay the money back. ...