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Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office as King says 'law must take its course'

A composite image showing Andrew Mountbatten at the wheel of a car, and the police next to cars at Wood Farm, Sandringham, on the day he was arrested.

Why has Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor been arrested?

Vehicles arrive at Sandringham Estate in Norfolk

Read King and police statements in full after Andrew arrest


Top news

A woman in black in Iran walks near a mural that depicts the US flag with skulls instead of stars

White House presses Iran to make deal, while ramping up military presence

US media reports that Trump has discussed attack options with advisers, and a strike could happen as early as Saturday.

11 hrs ago
World

A US Air Force KC-135 refuelling tanker in flight (file pic)
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More US military flights seen over Europe as images show fortification at Iran facility

Latest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.

Lindsay, left, who has blonde mid length hair and is wearing a red dress, next to her husband Craig, who is wearing a mauve t-shirt with a white print. Both are smiling in the sun in front of a blue pool.

Detained Briton describes life in Iran jail to BBC hours before sentencing

Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 and were sentenced to 10 years on Wednesday.

6 hrs ago
Middle East

South Korea's ex-president jailed for life over martial law attempt

Yoon Suk Yeol's December 2024 martial law bid fundamentally damaged South Korea's democracy, a judge told the court.

7 hrs ago
Asia

Hamas is reasserting control in Gaza despite its heavy losses fighting Israel

Gazans say Hamas is again extending its control over security, tax revenue and government services.

17 hrs ago
Middle East

US kids talk about chasing Olympic glory alongside elite figure skaters

They skate in the same rink as Ilia Malinin, and they're dreaming of their shot at Olympic medals.

2 hrs ago
US & Canada

BBC plans David Attenborough celebration for 100th birthday

The corporation will look back on the veteran wildlife broadcaster's career for his birthday in May.

7 hrs ago

Only from the BBC

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The historic US home that embodied the super-rich

The largest privately owned home in the US, Biltmore House was an "American chateau built on the scale of a European palace". It reveals much about the dreams of the US's one per cent.

Aerial view of crowds of people crossing the street in Madrid, Spain (Credit: Getty Images)

Extreme ways countries are combatting overtourism

As global travel surges toward 1.8 billion arrivals, destinations are testing controversial new measures to control the crowds.


Winter Olympics

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Winter Olympics: Updates from day 13

Follow all the action from the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

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Gaffe-ridden Olympic commentary prompts Italy's Rai sport chief to resign

Paolo Petrecca, whose gaffe-ridden commentary of the event went viral, stands down from his job.

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What is ski mountaineering?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains what ski mountaineering is ahead of its debut at the 2026 Winter Olympics

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GB aim for curling semis & Atkin starts halfpipe medal bid - Thursday's guide

What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.


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A UN fact-finding mission issued the report after investigating the capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces.

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Liverpool head coach Arne Slot says "we should always try to do more" after Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr allegedly received racist abuse from Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni in the first leg of their Champions League play-off tie.

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Health and Wellness

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Often seen as a sign of rudeness or not paying attention, compulsively jiggling your knee, fiddling with a pen or tapping your fingers might bring some surprising benefits.

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US & Canada news

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It's been days since 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie disappeared in the middle of night from her home in Arizona.

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'We're still on edge': Toy firms look to US Supreme Court as tariffs hit profits

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Science

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The French fortress of a celibate sect

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