Kremlin signals no breakthrough after Ukraine talks with US

Five hours of talks between Putin and US negotiators were “constructive”, Kremlin officials say, but “a lot of work lies ahead”.

Ukrainians in war-ravaged Donbas weigh prospects of peace deal

While many Ukrainians believe they have sacrificed too much for their country to lose territory to Russia, others are desperate for the war to end.

Government racks up £100m bill responding to Covid inquiry

BBC analysis shows cost to taxpayer is 50% higher than thought, with inquiry's own costs at £192m.

'Carspreading' is on the rise - and not everyone is happy about it

In the UK and across Europe, cars are becoming longer, wider and heavier.

MPs warn China spy trial failures could happen again

A damning report finds a “shambolic” system could lead to future espionage cases being dropped.

Watch: Driver hoisted to safety from truck dangling over West Virginia bridge

A man was hoisted to safety and uninjured after his truck partly skated off an icy bridge road in the US

Trans girls can no longer join Girlguiding, organisation says

Girlguiding says the move is in response to the Supreme Court ruling that said sex meant biological sex in equality law.

Catherine sends Christmas message of love in 'uncertain times'

The Princess of Wales hails the importance of "time, care and compassion" given to others, ahead of her carol concert.

Airbus to inspect some planes over 'quality issue' with panels

The announcement comes days after a massive recall affecting thousands of the firm's A320 fleet.

Reform politician's racist Chinese slur 'caused a lot of hurt'

Members of Wales' Chinese community say seeing a politician use a racist slur is "very upsetting".

As lead changes in knife-edge Honduran election, will Trump fail to get his way?

Former vice-president Salvador Nasralla has a small lead over his rival, the conservative former mayor of Tegucigalpa, Nasry Asfura.

Franklin the Turtle and Sabrina Carpenter in tiff with Trump administration

Trump administration officials used Carpenter's song and Franklin the Turtle's image in social media posts about deportation and killing drug traffickers.

Cyclone catastrophe in Sri Lanka awakens volunteer spirit

Fishing boats deliver relief supplies to flooded suburbs as community kitchens churn out food aid.

The Papers: 'No justice' over Hillsborough and 'Holly's guilt over crash'

Wednesday's front pages focus on the Hillsborough disaster report and the fine given to TV presenter Holly Willoughby for driving without due care.

Strangled, beaten and enslaved by my in-laws

"Sara" was told if she left the house, she would be attacked and raped by British people.

The controversy over the collapsed China spy case explained

The government is facing questions about why the case collapsed just weeks before a trial was due to go ahead.

Why is Trump threatening Venezuela's Maduro?

We look at what is behind the deployment of a large US military force to within striking distance of Venezuela.

National Guard shooting suspect charged with murder

According to a criminal complaint, Rahmanullah Lakanwal shouted "Allahu Akbar" as he fired and was reloading when a Guard member shot him.

Chinese mega embassy could bring security advantages, says No 10

Some believe China's mega-embassy could be a hub for espionage in the heart of London.

Presenter Woods 'OK' after collapsing on TV

Presenter Laura Woods says she is "OK" after collapsing while leading television coverage of England's friendly against Ghana on Tuesday.

Army fixing 6,000 support trucks grounded over safety issues

Defence Minister Luke Pollard tells MPs fixing safety issues when they are reported is standard practice.

'We will never get justice,' say Hillsborough families as report finds fundamental police failures

A report finds 12 ex-police officers would have faced gross misconduct cases over the disaster under today's laws.

Jury trials scrapped for crimes with sentences of less than three years

The reforms are being brought in to tackle unprecedented delays in the Crown Court.

Rare Fabergé egg fetches record £22.9m at London auction

The Imperial Winter Egg with 4,500 diamonds was commissioned by Russia's Tsar Nicholas II in 1913.

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The Jury’s (Kind Of) Out

Jury trials scrapped for crimes with sentences of less than three years.

Americanswers… On 5 Live! Why has the US been accused of war crimes off the Venezuelan coast?

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has called the claims “fake news”

Preview Julia Donaldson's joyful tale of love

Two devoted scarecrows plan the perfect wedding – until a rival threatens everything

Ridley Scott's masterful epic of betrayal and vengeance

Maximus Decimus Meridius, favoured general of the Roman emperor, is betrayed and enslaved.

Your first look at Guz Khan's new comedy, landing this Christmas

The Farooqi family have a chaotic Christmas in Lapland after a surprise bonus for Dad.

Chaos at the Cottage - can Man City fix defensive issues?

Manchester City just about hold on as Fulham fight back from 5-1 down to 5-4 - no wonder Pep Guardiola is concerned by his team's leaky defence.

'As if she won Champions League' - Kendall's special night for England

Lucia Kendall's night could not have felt more special and England boss Sarina Wiegman said her goal celebration was "like winning the Champions League".

Newcastle penalty 'absolute VAR mistake' - Frank

Thomas Frank says awarding Newcastle a penalty after a holding incident between Dan Burn and Rodrigo Bentancur was an "absolute mistake" by VAR.

Serena Williams says no comeback, despite filing paperwork

Serena Williams files the necessary paperwork for a return to tennis - but then denies she is returning to the sport.

Eleven and hell - the cost of Newcastle's dropped points

Newcastle United have dropped more points from winning positions than any other side in the Premier League this season - the tally now stands at 11 after Tuesday's 2-2 draw with Tottenham.

Hadjar promoted and British teenager Lindblad gets F1 drive

Red Bull will promote Isack Hadjar to their senior team and hand Briton Arvid Lindblad, 18, a debut Formula 1 season in 2026.

Man City hold off incredible Fulham fightback as Haaland passes milestone

Erling Haaland becomes the quickest player to reach 100 goals in Premier League history as Manchester City ramp up pressure on leaders Arsenal by fending off Fulham's impressive fightback in a nine-goal thriller.