The News - Thursday, 13 August 2026

BBC News

Results day dawns for A-level, T-level and BTec students

Another record number of students are expected to secure a place at their first choice of university.

Once-in-a-generation solar eclipse wows millions in UK and Europe

More than 95% of the Sun was covered by the Moon in Cornwall, while parts of Spain experienced the magic of a total eclipse.

Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC

In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov says the Kremlin leader can only “destroy Ukraine, not conquer it,” with the war now in its fifth year.

Travis Kelce shares first details from his wedding to Taylor Swift - 'Best night of my life'

In the comments, Kelce called Swift his "wife" for first time and said it was a "childhood dream" to wed at Madison Square Garden.

Leading doctor rebukes NHS chiefs over transplants

NHS Blood and Transplant's medical director says waiting lists for organ operations are unfair but leaders are not solving the issue.

ICE plans to equip agents with gloves that can deliver electric shocks

The US immigration agency is spending $20m on gloves that deliver a sharp electric shock intended to compel subjects to comply.

Major Russian grain export terminals hit in Ukraine Black Sea port attack

Grain exports from both Russia and Ukraine are falling as both countries attack each other's shipping facilities and ports.

BTS star V reveals hearing loss battle during livestream

The K-pop star says he has suffered hearing issues for over two years before revealing it publicly this week.

First 100% British chocolate bar made since 1932

Master's student Maha Khan created the chocolate bar by harvesting and processing Reading-grown cocoa.

Ayra Starr on her secret relationship and teasing Stevie Wonder

The musician shares the personal stories behind her third album, and the time she teased a legend.

'If you're not conservative, don't come here': The town making missiles for Trump

The president's approval numbers may be down, but in this Tennessee town, his support is as strong as ever.

Millions watch 'surreal' solar eclipse in UK and Europe

More than 90% of the Sun was covered by the Moon in the UK, while a full eclipse was visible in Spain and Iceland.

Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trend

Some see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle.

The Papers: 'The Sun, the Moon' and 'The greatest show on Earth'

The once in a generation solar eclipse across the UK and Europe dominates Thursday's front pages.

Why are 'human fridges' being sold in Japan?

As Japan swelters through extreme summer heat, BBC Tokyo correspondent Kurumi Mori tries out a new way to cool down.

Acting pals Cumming and Henderson put 40-year friendship onto paper

Alan Cumming and Shirley Henderson's acting relationship goes back a long way, mirroring the show the pair have been reunited on.

Trump says White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt to leave post

Leavitt will depart from her role to spend time with her young children and family, the president says.

New indictment alleges Nick Reiner was lying in wait before killing parents Rob and Michele Reiner

The allegation makes Reiner eligible for the death penalty - which has been paused in the state. Prosecutors have not said if they will pursue it.

Woman pulled alive from rubble 36 hours after Colombia quake

Following a 10-hour rescue operation, emergency workers pulled the 32-year-old from beneath slabs of concrete.

Ebola outbreak on track to be deadliest ever, WHO chief says

The outbreak, declared on 15 May, has caused more than 2,000 deaths, with thousands more reported cases.

Burnham urges shops not to sell disposable BBQs over wildfire risks

The PM wants the public to avoid using single-use grills during the current spell of extremely dry weather.

Scottish Labour leader hopefuls warn against party divisions

Monica Lennon, Joe Fagan and Michael Marra are competing to fill the post vacated by Anas Sarwar.

Results, appeals and resits - what to do if your A-levels don't go to plan

Your full guide to A-level results day, including what to do if you are not happy with your grades.

How to get the most out of university clearing on results day

From listing potential outcomes to picking up the phone, these are some top tips for getting through clearing.

I've been fighting wildfires while I wait for my A-level results

Grades for A-levels and a number of vocational qualifications will be published on Thursday.

Everything you need to know about university costs

With rising tuition fees and living costs, do higher graduate earnings cover the cost of a degree?

How do I apply for an apprenticeship and what will I get paid?

Apprentices split their time between training and working - and are paid by their employer.

Bournemouth Echo

A31 to remain closed until late next week as fire crews continue to tackle blaze

The A31 will remain closed until next week, National Highways has said.

When MTV's Pimp My Ride came to Poole for an incredible makeover

Twenty years since a battered local Kia Pride was transformed into a neon-orange masterpiece complete with a built-in nail salon in the boot.

Windows Central

"If it was opt in ... nobody would opt-in." Twitch CPO squirms, admits everyone hates its new AI training 'feature'

Twitch's Chief Product Officer accepts that everyone hates its AI "features," but is going to double down on it anyway.

Euro Truck Simulator 2 for Xbox and PS5 gets some BIG news and it might be playable for the first time soon

Fans eagerly awaiting Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Xbox and PS5 have their first piece of big news, with its creator SCS Software announcing it might be playable at an event coming soon.

Snapdragon X Plus laptops make mincemeat out of homework and exams, and one of our favorites is now on sale in time to help struggling students

The ASUS Zenbook A14, a reliable and sturdy laptop once held back by a steep price tag, is now offered at a reasonable discount to give students an edge in tackling schoolwork without breaking too much of their budget.

Limited Edition Gears of War: E-Day Xbox controllers have been revealed, and they're some of the sickest-designed Xbox gamepads I've seen in ages

To get players hyped up for Gears of War: E-Day more than they already are, Xbox has revealed new limited-edition Gears of War: E-Day-inspired Xbox controllers, which are now available for pre-ordering.

New research shows Windows 11 keeps undermining basic browser choice with harmful design tactics

A survey from the Browser Choice Alliance says Windows 11 makes changing default browsers harder than it should be. Most users want one‑click control, but many report resets, prompts, and links opening in Edge anyway.

Quote of the day by NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang: "Moore's law is dead. It's completely over" — Will GPUs ever be affordable again?

Prices climb as Moore's Law seemingly dies, and AI demand rises, all while NVIDIA dominates. PC builders are left wondering if affordable GPUs will ever return.

Itsfoss

VLC is Wrongly Blamed for Microsoft Defender's Clumsiness

VLC takes a long time to play MP3 on Windows? Blame it on Microsoft Defender, not VLC.