Watch: Drop in small boats crossings forces smugglers to adapt

A BBC investigation has found smuggling gangs are running low on small boats, forcing rival gangs to have to work together to meet demand for crossings.

With crossings at a six-year low, it includes loading more migrants on larger vessels, as the 'mega-dinghies' that were first seen last month.

The gangs claim more are being prepared.

Watch: Trump 'happy' that Prince Harry and Meghan left the US

President Donald Trump said he was not a fan of the couple and added that they treated the Royal Family with "great disrespect".

Buckingham Palace guards play '9 to 5' in honour of Dolly Parton

The Band of the Coldstream Guards played the track during the Changing of the Guard ceremony, drawing crowds of tourists who stopped to listen.

The Royal Family's Instagram account posted the video, with a message "remembering the late, great Dolly, who brought joy, comfort and inspiration to so many".

Californians react to Harry and Meghan's return to the UK

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Sussex have been living in the state since March 2020 after stepping away from their royal roles.

Watch: What does Harry's return mean for his fractured relationship with William?

The brothers have had a fractured relationship for a number of years.

Watch: What will happen to Harry and Meghan's security arrangements?

Prince Harry and Meghan are expected to remain private individuals, but security has long been a point of tension.

Why are Harry and Meghan returning to the UK?

BBC culture correspondent Noor Nanji looks at why the move raises questions over security detail, royal duties Harry's relationship with King Charles and Prince William.

Couples could marry at the pub or in a hot air balloon under new plans

Couples in England and Wales will be able to marry at home, at a pub or on a cruise ship, under what the government is calling the biggest shake-up to weddings law in almost 200 years.

Widdecombe seen in interview believed to be 20 minutes before attack

The former Conservative minister turned Reform UK spokeswoman gave the interview around 20 minutes before police believe she was attacked.

'I would love to get my hands on Federer's hair'

Wimbledon master barber Karina Swann makes sure the players' hair is as sharp as their serves.

Watch: What is in the defence spending plan... and what isn't

Security correspondent looks at what the long-awaited Defence Investment Plan covers, and areas where savings are being made.

Lightning strikes lit up the sky across the UK during the early hours of Friday as thunderstorms were triggered by the intense heat.

The UK is bracing for more unusually hot weather on Friday.

How fans in 'Little Scotland' celebrated win

Video shows jubilant scenes in Corby, Northamptonshire, as people watched Scotland's 1-0 win over Haiti.

Watch: A veil, gowns and umbrellas at a rainy royal wedding

Princess Anne's son Peter Phillips married NHS nurse Harriet Sperling in a private ceremony.

Why we keep hiking after our friend's death

Two men who watched best friend Jack Carne fall to his death off Glyder Fawr won't stop adventuring.

Simon King explains how long the heatwave will last.

Watch: Top tips for staying safe in the sun

As the UK experiences a spell of scorching May weather, the BBC's Elizabeth Rizzini has some useful advice.

Why did I put myself through the pain of going to court, rape victim tells BBC

A girl who was raped by two teenage boys has told the BBC that a judge's decision to spare them jail sentences was like a "rock straight in my face".

'I saved lives', says man who chased Golders Green suspect

Jewish security volunteer Isaac, told the BBC 'we run towards danger, we don't run away'.