What we know so far about the collision and emergency response
Two passenger trains collided, leaving a driver dead and dozens of passengers and crew hurt.
Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast
After Andy Burnham’s by-election victory, support for the prime minister is evaporating, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
Steve Rosenberg: Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home
There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.
Popping a cocktail of supplements every day might be doing you more harm than good
While many of us take supplements regularly, there are some risks people may not be aware of.
Harry and Meghan offered royal accommodation during UK visit
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to visit the UK with their children next month, for the first time since 2022.
'People flew from their seats': Passengers describe how collision unfolded
The East of England Ambulance Service says nearly 90 people were injured, over 30 of them seriously.
Video shows scene of crash as passenger describes aftermath
Passenger Pete Knapp said the crash "felt like [he'd] been in a bomb explosion".
Flawed but relentless Scotland show themselves as men of substance
Morocco threatened to blow Scotland away early on, but Steve Clarke's squad showed their resilience despite defeat, writes Tom English.
World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up
While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti.
Paraguay's Almiron first player sent off for covering mouth
Paraguay's Miguel Almiron is the first player to be shown a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent - doing so during the World Cup match against Turkey.
Nervy, optimist, die-hard: What sort of fan are you?
Take our World Cup quiz and discover your fan personality type.
Love Pride but hate big parades? These places are doing it differently
From Glasgow to Salford, smaller, unique events are celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.
Japanese pop group XG went from brutal five year training to global pop stars
The Japanese pop group have become global stars, after being recruited before they were teenagers.
A fox, a gannet and an intergalactic space warrior - why UK election candidates dress up
Candidates like Count Binface are motivated to run for different reasons, but their role in politics is a longstanding tradition.
How to stay safe swimming outdoors - and still have fun
Pick designated swimming spots, learn about riptides and don't use inflatables at the beach, experts say.
New video game console aims to get kids moving
The cube-shaped console will cost £269 (€319) when it is released on 22 June in the UK and Ireland.
PM under pressure from Labour MPs and ministers to set timetable for exit
The BBC has been told that the transport secretary is among those advising Starmer to set out a timetable.
Israel and Hezbollah continue strikes despite ceasefire agreement
Deaths are reported in southern Lebanon, with the IDF saying it hit "Hezbollah terrorist targets" after the group fired over 50 projectiles at Israeli forces.
Cooler Saturday gives brief relief before heat returns
After a slightly cooler Saturday, temperatures will rise again, possibly touching 35C by Tuesday with a Met Office amber extreme heat warning set to come into force.
Tourist dies in Dominican Republic luxury resort fire
Nearly 1,700 people were evacuated from the huge blaze at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe, a popular resort town on the Caribbean coast.
Child attacked by crocodile critical two days on: Here's what we know so far
A 30-year-old man is bailed after a child ended up in a crocodile enclosure at a farm zoo.
Four in hospital after bare-chested man with weapon roams around Edinburgh
A man was seen battering the door of a pizzeria as members of the public run away on Friday night.
'My dog Gertie saved my life by helping to find my breast cancer'
Lesley Goodburn is hoping her story will encourage others to check for signs of the cancer.
Paddington musical set for Broadway debut
The production will launch in the US at New York's Al Hirschfeld Theatre in March 2027.
Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for help after earthquake
A Nepalese Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for their fundraising efforts.
Snake takes surprise trip to seaside in car engine
The corn snake is thought to have travelled around 17 miles from its owner's house in Bridlington.
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Burnham Wins in Makerfield - So What Happens Now?
Burnham wins Makerfield by-election, paving way for leadership challenge against Starmer.
Jill Biden reveals how she really felt about Joe Biden’s health whilst he was president
And Trump wants to give America’s top legal job to his former personal lawyer
Two chancers bluff their way into weddings to meet women
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Flawed but relentless Scotland show themselves as men of substance
Morocco threatened to blow Scotland away early on, but Steve Clarke's squad showed their resilience despite defeat, writes Tom English.
Almiron first player sent off for covering mouth
Paraguay's Miguel Almiron is the first player to be shown a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent - doing so during the World Cup match against Turkey.
Rousey and Paul taunt UFC over White House viewing figures
Ronda Rousey and Jake Paul taunt the UFC and Dana White for failing to break Most Valuable Promotions' MMA record audience figure with the White House event.
Spain vs Saudi Arabia: World Cup 2026 – Yamal, prediction, watch, kickoff
Spain face Saudi Arabia in need of a win to take control of Group H. Can they rediscover their attacking edge?
Why Tunisia’s renewable energy strategy is facing resistance
Giving concessions for renewable projects to foreign corporations will not help solve the country’s energy crisis.
An Israeli court has convicted seven men over the 2021 lynching of Sa’id Mo
An Israeli court has convicted seven men over the 2021 lynching of Sa’id Moussa, ending a five-year trial.
Slave trade reenacted on Juneteenth as leaders demand reparations
Ghana has been hosting a conference to advance the UN resolution declaring slavery the ‘gravest crime against humanity.'
MSF says conditions in Lebanon’s Nabatieh resemble a ‘death trap’
Israel has stepped up attacks on parts of southern Lebanon, including Nabatieh, since midnight on Friday.
German journalist held in Syria back home, family says
Eva Maria Michelmann's brother says she had been held in the Syrian city of Raqqa since January.
India’s revolution in women’s cricket
In cricket-obsessed India, a women’s World Cup win and a glitzy new league are transforming the lives of female players.
What the US-Iran peace deal means for the ‘Team Melli’ World Cup campaign
Experts hope the 'extra animosity' towards Team Melli will subside as the agreement comes into being.
Morocco fans dream of World Cup glory after Scotland win
This is what Morocco’s fans are saying after winning their first match at the 2026 World Cup.
Families storm Ebola treatment centre in DRC, remove patients
Families of suspected Ebola patients in DR Congo stormed a quarantine centre, removing patients.
Trump’s Iran deal, Israel’s meltdown
The precarious memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran.
Which teams have qualified for the World Cup 2026 knockouts, round of 32?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage format, criteria and rules for qualification. Find out who's in and who's out.
Two roadside bombs kill at least seven in northwestern Pakistan
No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attacks.
Parents and two daughters killed in Israeli strike in Gaza
Israel has repeatedly violated the October ceasefire brokered by the US.
World Cup 2026: Netherlands vs Sweden prediction, schedules, key highlights
World Cup day 10 features Netherlands-Sweden as the USA reach the knockout stage and Brazil move closer to qualification
Mona Khalil, Lebanon’s turtle advocate, dies after Israeli attack
Khalil spent more than two decades protecting the nests of endangered turtle species in southern Lebanon.
Australia pledges action on H5N1 after bird flu case confirmed
Australia confirmed its first mainland H5N1 bird flu case in a seabird near Esperance, WA.
Israeli strikes kill 22 in Lebanon, putting US-Iran peace talks in peril
US media are reporting that Witkoff and Kushner are preparing for negotiations with Iran after talks were postponed.
‘We tasted the horrors of war’: Stories of refugees who returned home
In 2025, nearly 15 million displaced people returned - the largest surge of returns recorded by the UN.
Iran war day 113: Tehran presses US over Lebanon ceasefire
Iran presses US over Lebanon as Israeli strikes test fragile ceasefire and broader peace efforts.
What pushed the number of displaced people down?
Global displacement fell for the first time in a decade. On World Refugee Day, AJLabs looks at what drove millions home.
Turkiye knocked out of World Cup 2026 after 1-0 defeat to 10-man Paraguay
Turkiye suffered their second successive defeat in North America, bringing an end to their World Cup campaign.
Inferno rips through Dominican Republic beach resort
Inferno rips through Dominican Republic beach resort
Israel fetes Somaliland’s leader as it seeks to expand Red Sea influence
Six months after recognition, Israel and Somaliland say they are moving from symbolism to strategic cooperation.
UN meeting erupts over sexual violence allegations against Israel
“You will be quiet.” A UN meeting descended into a heated exchange.
Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative
China schedules next moonshot this year: developer
China's 2026 defense budget set at 1.94 trillion yuan: spokesperson
NPC deputy suggests optimizing vacations, breaks to stimulate domestic consumption
NPC deputy suggests better informing patients of fertility risks before treatment
Chinese courts step up crackdown on cyber crimes
From Pegasus to Blades of the Guardians, film IPs fuel Xinjiang's tourism boom, NPC deputy tells GT
CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Olympics delegation
No case of Nipah virus disease detected in China so far: China's disease control authorities
S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice
Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference
China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan
Civic groups in Taiwan protest Lai's arms push, oppose being dragged toward battlefield
Kuliang bond forges 'hometown affection' across the Pacific
Chinese premier arrives in Johannesburg for 1st G20 summit in Africa
Chinese scientists document first evidence of tool use in giant pandas
Multiple regions roll out autumn breaks for primary, secondary schools, stimulating local tourism
GT on the spot: UN officials praise bird conservation efforts at Poyang Lake in Jiangxi
China's cosmic ray observatory uncovers mystery of cosmic 'knee'