Mario Vargas Llosa: Giant of Latin American literature, dies aged 89
Mario Vargas Llosa, who has died at the age of 89 in his native Peru, was a towering figure in Latin American literature and culture who rarely shied away from…
Lost Lionesses play ‘is coming home’, writer says
A theatrical production about the rebellious, unofficial England side that competed in the 1971 Women’s World Cup was “coming home”, its playwright said. Nicole Lockwood-West was inspired to write The…
Those struggling in Medway can claim share of £4m
Households in Medway struggling to meet the cost of living can claim a share of £4m. The cash is from the Household Support Fund, introduced in October 2021, which the…
Pram appeal as charity sees rising demand
A city baby bank has issued an urgent appeal for prams and baby travel systems after seeing increasing demand from people in need. Baby Godiva was set up to support…
Was China the reason Guyana faced higher Trump tariff?
The Caribbean nation of Guyana is breathing a sigh of relief after US President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on the introduction of higher tariffs on a number of…
Are record-equalling Hibs Scotland’s third force?
Hibernian hammered Dundee 4-0 to equal a club-record league unbeaten run Watch Hibernian v Dundee highlights 13/4/2025 On a Saturday night in late November, as the rain teemed down at…
Houlden wins maiden World Cup gold in Canada
Houlden reached the Olympic final in Paris where he finished fifth Britain’s Jordan Houlden claimed the first global title of his career as he won gold in the Diving World…
‘A long time coming’ – BBC Sport NI’s interview with McIlroy
This video can not be played BBC Sport NI’s Stephen Watson speaks to Masters champion Rory McIlroy after his dramatic play-off win at Augusta National to complete the career Grand…
Clippers and Timberwolves win to secure NBA play-off spot
The LA Clippers have never reached the NBA Championship game The LA Clippers and the Minnesota Timberwolves each secured a play-off spot with victories on the final day of the…
Can Swiatek emulate Alcaraz to start clay season in style?
In the latest edition of Second Serve, our new weekly snapshot of the tours, BBC senior journalist Amy Lofthouse looks at how the start of the clay-court season has unfolded.…