Widespread protests erupt in Iran as currency collapse and soaring inflation push citizens into the streets. Students, traders, and demonstrators demand political change. Read the latest developments.
Protests over Iran's plummeting currency and soaring inflation enter a fourth day, with demonstrators attempting to storm a government building. Authorities offer dialogue as economic pressure mounts.
University students in Tehran have joined widespread protests over Iran's economic crisis, with inflation hitting 42.5% in December 2025. The rial has lost half its value against the dollar. Read the latest developments.
Iran's government seeks talks with protest leaders after widespread demonstrations over the plummeting rial and soaring living costs. President Pezeshkian vows economic reforms.
Iran mourns Bahram Beyzaie, the legendary filmmaker who wove myth and feminism into cinema. His banned works, now restored, screen in London this February. Explore his defiant legacy.
A major security breach at Ubisoft forced Rainbow Six Siege offline after hackers distributed billions in credits. Servers are back, but the marketplace remains closed. Read the latest.
A little-known police training programme is helping to reduce fatal overdoses across the United States. Discover how Crisis Intervention Training changes law enforcement's approach to addiction.
Confused by V-Bucks and Robux? Our guide explains how to buy virtual currency for Fortnite, Roblox & Minecraft as last-minute Christmas gifts. Learn exchange rates and what to watch for.
Harvard and Yale law professors argue the US Supreme Court has lost its legitimacy under Trump and must be replaced to prevent oligarchic rule. Discover the case for radical reform.
Iranian judiciary arrests two organisers of a marathon on Kish Island after images show women competing without headscarves, amid growing internal pressure over hijab law enforcement.
The UK government faces pressure to take tougher action on the baby formula crisis, as families still struggle with high costs. New reforms are a start, but campaigners demand more.
Jailed Iranian director Jafar Panahi premieres a darkly comic critique of state violence and bribery at Cannes. His film 'It Was Just an Accident' hits UK cinemas 5 December.
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe recounts her six-year detention in Iran in a powerful BBC Two documentary, 'Prisoner 951: The Hostages' Story'. Discover her shocking experience and the wider political context.
New report reveals 30% decline in new play productions since 2019, while audience attendance for new work surges by 50%. Discover why theatres must embrace bold programming now.
Discover four compelling translated fiction works including Frode Grytten's poignant Norwegian tale and speculative Iranian futures. Explore these literary gems today!
New research shows children prefer virtual currency and cosmetics over traditional games this Christmas. Discover the shifting trends in gaming gifts and what it means for parents.
BBC drama Prisoner 951 exposes Britain's handling of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's six-year Iranian ordeal. Watch now on iPlayer for this powerful true story.
French independent winemakers issue an urgent plea for government aid as a catastrophic sales slump, Trump tariffs, and the worst harvest in 70 years threaten the industry. Read more.
Discover why 12.9 million Mexicans are collecting the stylish 50 peso axolotl banknote, removing $150 million from circulation. Learn about the cultural significance of this endangered species.
Tehran faces an unprecedented water emergency with just 1mm of rain this year. Discover the desperate measures, from mass prayers to cloud seeding, as Iran confronts a potential capital evacuation.
Hands-on review of the G'aim'e Time Crisis lightgun console bringing Namco classics to modern TVs. Discover how this Kickstarter project recreates arcade magic with authentic hardware and gameplay.
Learn how UK businesses can protect their 2026 budgets from currency market turbulence. Discover four key strategies for managing FX risk and maintaining financial stability.
NHS England data reveals record October A&E waits, with 40% of patients delayed over 4 hours. Health chiefs warn of severe winter pressures amid rising flu and doctor strikes.
As gang violence and climate collapse converge, over 1.4 million Haitians have fled their homes. Explore the human cost of this escalating humanitarian emergency.
New BBC drama Prisoner 951 reveals Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's six-year Iranian imprisonment. Stars Narges Rashidi and Joseph Fiennes discuss bringing this harrowing true story to screen.
The US Mint in Philadelphia presses its final one-cent coin after President Trump cancels it due to soaring production costs. Discover the impact on retailers and the future of US currency.
Homelessness charity Crisis will become a landlord for the first time, calling the UK housing situation a 'catastrophic scenario'. A former Shelter trustee urges them to follow suit.
Western US states fail to agree on Colorado River water management plan, threatening supplies for 40 million people. Urgent action needed as climate crisis worsens.
Former PM Paul Keating delivers explosive comments on the 1975 constitutional crisis, drawing parallels to current political tensions. Read his full analysis.
An Iranian man's extraordinary second attempt to reach Britain by small boat ends with his return to France, highlighting the ongoing Channel migration crisis and raising questions about border policies.