Spain tackles housing ‘social emergency’ as rents double in a decade
Blanca Castro puts on a builder’s helmet before opening the door to her kitchen. Inside it, the ceiling has a large hole that is dripping water and it looks as…
How might tariffs change the price of Nike’s iconic trainers?
The Nike Air Jordan 1 is, in some ways, the iconic US trainer. It’s a popular line by a large American brand, created four decades ago for homegrown basketball legend…
Masters – dates, tee times, favourites & how to follow on the BBC
The Masters was first contested in 1934 and won by American Horton Smith The 89th Masters takes place 10-13 April, with defending champion Scottie Scheffler among a field featuring an…
Starmer’s response to Trump tariffs is both to slow down and go faster
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer watched in his flat. Chancellor Rachel Reeves saw it in her study. The Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds, accompanied by staff and pizza, took in President…
Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might – the fallout will be messy
President Donald Trump has built another wall, and he thinks everyone else is going to pay for it. But his decision to impose sweeping tariffs of at least 10% on…
Gladiators final and The Banksy Story is back: What’s coming up this week
This week, Gladiators and contenders gear up as the grand final of the competition takes place on BBC One. But that’s not all the week has in store. The Banksy…
Olivier Awards: The red carpet in pictures
Adrien Brody, Cate Blanchett and Idris Elba were among the stars walking the red carpet ahead of Sunday’s Olivier Awards. The event is the biggest night in UK theatre, celebrating…
Meghan’s divisiveness may well work to her advantage
Five years on from Megxit, as the Duchess of Sussex builds her new lifestyle empire, her viewing figures are high but, in the UK at least, popularity levels are low.…
This City is Ours: James Nelson-Joyce on the ‘Scouse Sopranos’
In This City Is Ours, Liverpool actor James Nelson-Joyce plays a leading gang member who is struggling to balance his criminal career and family life, against a backdrop of changing…
Olivier Awards: John Lithgow’s doorstops, Zumba classes and other moments from the night
Lesley Manville, John Lithgow and Imelda Staunton were among the winners at the Olivier Awards 2025. Here are five things we learned at UK theatre’s most prestigious night. Lithgow was…