TikTok has finalised a deal to allow its American business to continue, by creating a new US entity separate from its global operations. The BBC's Asia Business Correspondent Suranjana Tewari breaks down what this could mean.
Board of Peace, Zelensky and Musk - What happened before Trump left Davos?
Jan. 22nd, 2026 09:19 pmThe US president held a charter-signing ceremony for his "new international oversight body", though several key allies were not present.
Social media firms have come to ban 'kicking and screaming', says Australia eSafety boss
Jan. 23rd, 2026 07:01 amAs other nations consider similar laws, Julie Inman Grant told the BBC the ban is already exceeding expectations.
Botched insulation scheme was 'doomed to fail', say MPs
Jan. 23rd, 2026 07:00 amInstallers should be investigated by the Serious Fraud Office, an influential parliamentary committee has said.
Vietnam's leader returns to power with bold promises. Can he deliver?
Jan. 23rd, 2026 06:59 amTo Lam resumes the role of communist party chief, the post he currently holds, for the next five years.
'He's my son' - Emery on pushing Tielemans
Jan. 23rd, 2026 06:54 amAston Villa manager Unai Emery plays down a heated touchline incident with midfielder Youri Tielemans after substituting him against Fenerbahce.
A 'reckless teenager' misusing his confidence - the making of Pimblett
Jan. 23rd, 2026 06:38 amPaddy Pimblett's journey from reckless teenager to UFC superstar could be completed in Las Vegas on Saturday when he faces Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324.
'Emotionally all over the place' - gritty Sabalenka wins
Jan. 23rd, 2026 06:09 amWorld number one Aryna Sabalenka says she was "emotionally all over the place" as she squeezes into the Australian Open fourth round.
US president stepped back over Greenland threat because he heard UK’s concerns, says Lammy
Jan. 23rd, 2026 05:59 amThe deputy PM says the US President rowed back on threats after UK stood up for Denmark's sovereignty.
Exchanges!
Jan. 22nd, 2026 09:52 pmI don't think I posted about Amperslash when it revealed, but I got a lovely gift!
The Ties that Bind Us (Biggles, slightly ambiguous Biggles/EvS)
A very fun, sensual fic in which they are trying to squirm out of ropes tying them together, while also talking about Feelings.
And I got THREE gifts in Holiday Airdrop, the Biggles exchange I run! This time around, all are gen and Algy & EvS-focused.
Soft Landings, a wonderfully well realized, hurt/comforty AU in which Algy is the first person on the team to encounter Erich during Buries a Hatchet.
A Silver-Topped Cane is a lovely little post-Terai bit of comfort and bonding, in which Erich offers advice and maybe a little commiseration while Algy is healing.
Forge is deliciously iddy and visceral h/c in which EvS and Algy are handcuffed together in the desrt.
Between the two exchanges, I wrote five fics, including some pairings I don't normally write! I'm looking forward to getting to 'fess up to them.
The Ties that Bind Us (Biggles, slightly ambiguous Biggles/EvS)
A very fun, sensual fic in which they are trying to squirm out of ropes tying them together, while also talking about Feelings.
And I got THREE gifts in Holiday Airdrop, the Biggles exchange I run! This time around, all are gen and Algy & EvS-focused.
Soft Landings, a wonderfully well realized, hurt/comforty AU in which Algy is the first person on the team to encounter Erich during Buries a Hatchet.
A Silver-Topped Cane is a lovely little post-Terai bit of comfort and bonding, in which Erich offers advice and maybe a little commiseration while Algy is healing.
Forge is deliciously iddy and visceral h/c in which EvS and Algy are handcuffed together in the desrt.
Between the two exchanges, I wrote five fics, including some pairings I don't normally write! I'm looking forward to getting to 'fess up to them.
'Not again' - Medvedev battles back from brink
Jan. 23rd, 2026 06:21 amDaniil Medvedev lives up to his billing as a five-set expert with a comeback victory over Fabian Marozsan to reach the Australian Open fourth round.
Ukraine is battling to keep the lights on, this nuclear plant is vital in the fight
Jan. 23rd, 2026 05:57 amThe BBC gains rare access to the Khmelnytsky plant as Russian pummels Ukraine's energy grid.
The Papers: Zelensky's 'fiery' Davos speech and 'Operation Stop Burnham'
Jan. 23rd, 2026 05:56 amMore developments in Davos and the PM's allies moving to stop a potential leadership bid feature on Friday's front pages.
TikTok closes deal to split US app from global business. Here's what to know
Jan. 23rd, 2026 05:17 amThe app was due to be banned in the US a year ago if its Chinese owner didn't sell its business in America.
Trump withdraws Canada's invite to 'Board of Peace'
Jan. 23rd, 2026 05:16 amTrump did not provide a reason for the decision, which comes after Canada's PM Mark Carney warned of a "rupture" in the US-led global order.
'I was in bed': How British actor Delroy Lindo heard about Oscar nomination
Jan. 23rd, 2026 04:08 amLindo and his Sinners co-star Wunmi Mosaku are the only two UK actors nominated for an Oscar this year.
Teens among missing after landslide at New Zealand campsite
Jan. 23rd, 2026 02:50 amThe search continues for missing people after a landslide hit a popular campsite in Mount Maunganui.
Behind the scenes of Help 2, the star-studded charity album
Jan. 23rd, 2026 12:16 amOlivia Rodrigo, Arctic Monkeys and Pulp are among the artists who recorded new songs for War Child.
From write-off to right on track - what is next for Rohl's Rangers?
Jan. 23rd, 2026 12:15 amBBC Sport Scotland examines Rangers' turn in fortunes recently under Danny Rohl.