The volunteers were detained at a Russian checkpoint, according to an aid organisation.

Black children are viewed as "less innocent" and more adult-like, a report says.

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.

Footballer Mason Greenwood is to remain on bail after his arrest on suspicion of rape and assault.

A growing number of businesses, especially in construction and hospitality, are in a critical position.

It may hurt, but exercise is beneficial for joints, experts say in guidance for doctors and patients.

A UK-wide hormone-replacement therapy crisis has seen women turning to the black market.

PC Ireland Murdock allegedly attacked his victim in Lambeth while he was off duty.

Police say a man was assaulted at Lakeside Shopping Centre in Essex and died at the scene.

The British overseas territory's premier, Andrew Fahie, is detained by agents posing as cartel traffickers.

The university's vice chancellor says they have been asked to plan for funding cuts of up to 15%.

A neighbour told Andrei Kirilenko his mother could not be buried due to the danger from shelling.

Local elections in England, Wales and Scotland, and a general election in Northern Ireland, will happen on 5 May.

Students at a college attended by Mark Knopfler and Reshmin Chowdhury share their election thoughts.

Voters are choosing councillors in England, Scotland and Wales, and a government in Northern Ireland.

National elections in Northern Ireland and local elections in the rest of the UK happen on 5 May 2022.

Your introduction to the local council elections taking place on 5 May.

Parties make pledges but the nature of Northern Ireland's government means they're harder to honour.

Elections in England this year will reflect voters' views on the cost-of-living crisis, says the BBC's Alex Forsyth.

People fasting for the first time during Ramadan discuss what the past month has been like.

Like some other trans pupils, 13-year-old Felix would prefer to use unisex facilities.

More awareness of the region's history and calls for slavery reparations have changed sentiment.

One woman said HRT made her feel like herself again after being "crippled" by symptoms of menopause.

The club, where Madonna played her first UK gig was gutted by fire. Now it's rewriting the rules of live music.

Bills on the Northern Ireland Protocol and Channel 4 privatisation could be among the proposed new laws.

Drink-spiking victims talk about its impact on them after MPs warn of the long-term consequences.

The BBC gets an exclusive look at a new project to help students deal with rising climate anxiety.

A shortage of some hormone-replacement therapy has left some women struggling with menopause symptoms.

Families across the country have struggled to get hold of passports in time for their trips abroad.

A poll suggests 227,000 renters in England have faced 'no fault' eviction notices in recent years.

Jason Williams turned his balcony in Manchester into a "cloud garden" during the pandemic.

Frances and Patrick Connolly landed a £115m jackpot and have donated more than half their winnings.

The Trussell Trust charity expects food poverty to worsen in the UK as the cost of living crisis deepens.

The party has adopted new approaches under Doug Beattie in a bid to win over voters.

First-time voter James Lamb is a descendant of one of 200 men who walked 300 miles for jobs.

The photos of stars and galaxies were mainly taken from his back garden for a university project.

Jess Insall, 19, collapsed in a Glasgow pub and woke up with no recollection of what had happened.

Claims about Angela Rayner have been dismissed as sexist, but is it a sign of a wider problem in Westminster?

Queen's University researchers find daydreaming is inevitable but can affect the ability to learn.

The Nationality and Borders Bill, currently being debated in Parliament, has sparked controversy.

A mystery, a film crew and a trip to France are all part of Downton Abbey's second film outing.

Just Like Us ambassadors say avoiding LGBT+ discussions in schools can be dangerous.

Animal sanctuary staff in Sheffield say more pets than ever are being given up as prices increase.

Voters in Southampton discuss their key issues ahead of the local elections.

In May 1972 five children were killed when the Big Dipper in Battersea Park crashed.

Joel Remy-Parkes of kids tableware company Bamboo Bamboo shares his business advice for CEO Secrets.

The death of an ex-British solider in Ukraine and new claims of harassment in Westminster lead the papers.

Lisa Peck came to the aid of a mother after her pushchair rolled into cold water in Leicester.

Two year groups are offered more hours, but some say extending it to the whole school would be hard.

From Sunday, public health advice will change to a "stay at home" message for people who are unwell.

The bank says mortgage lending remains strong, up 25% compared to the first quarter of 2021.

Dorset Wildlife Trust said the impact on animal habitats had been "huge".