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'Staggering' I was not told Mandelson failed vetting, says PM
The PM is facing calls to resign over the revelation that Lord Mandelson did not pass security checks.

Key questions facing government over Mandelson checks
It's emerged that Lord Mandelson did not pass inital security vetting checks ahead of taking up the role of ambassador to the United States.

Paul Quinn guilty of 2003 rape that saw innocent man jailed for 17 years
Paul Quinn, 52, is found guilty of the rape for which Andrew Malkinson was jailed for 17 years.

Former Radio 1 DJ and Live Aid presenter Andy Kershaw dies aged 66
The broadcaster was known for his eclectic taste and for helping champion world music on BBC Radio 1.

No evidence Epsom rape took place as reported, say police
The reported attack had caused concern and prompted protests calling for more details from police.

Nursery worker jailed over death of toddler restrained during nap time
Noah Sibanda died "alone, scared and in pain", his mother says.

Kensington Gardens shut after claims of drones near Israeli embassy
It comes after a group claimed to have targeted the Israeli Embassy in an online video post.

Lamborghini among 160,000 cars seized as uninsured driving reaches 17-year high
Seizure numbers hit a 17-year high as an estimated 300,000 uninsured vehicles are driven each day.

Hope Street actor Finnian Garbutt dies aged 28
The actor, known for his role in BBC police drama Hope Street, has died "peacefully at home".

Finance ministers and top bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model
Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cyber-security weaknesses.

Conservative US town grapples with potential ICE detention centre
Residents from both political parties in Social Circle, Georgia, are rejecting a proposed plan by the Department of Homeland Security to transform an empty warehouse into a detention centre.

How two ceasefires and 'opening' of Hormuz could boost Iran talks
Some kind of diplomatic progress is now under way, but is it enough to prevent a return to war?

Oil prices plunge as Iran says Strait of Hormuz 'open' during ceasefire
Brent crude sinks by a tenth after Iran says the key waterway is open for commercial ships for the rest of the ceasefire.

Some Iran-linked ships have crossed US blockade, data suggests
At least four vessels tracked from Iranian ports appear to have crossed a US blockade line in the Gulf of Oman, analysis of ship-tracking data suggests.

Ceasefire with Israel brings respite to Lebanon, but obstacles to peace remain
The halt to weeks of fighting is being celebrated in Lebanon, but it will be difficult to ensure it lasts.

Iranian footballers say Australia has given them 'hope' for safe future
The duo had sought aslyum after their football team did not sing the national anthem during a match.

Avengers reassemble and Ariana meets the Fockers - Hollywood studios preview new movies
Some of the most hotly anticipated new films of the next couple of years are previewed at CinemaCon.

How developed vetting works - and what happens when someone fails it
The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.

Mum describes nightmare after son died during nursery naptime
Noah Sibanda died after being put down for a nap at a Dudley nursery.

Can Oli Sykes still scream? Bring Me The Horizon re-recording debut 2006 album
The band is revisiting debut deathcore album Count Your Blessings to mark its 20th anniversary.

What is Claude Mythos and what risks does it pose?
The company's claim the AI tool can outperform humans at some hacking and cyber-security tasks has sparked fears in the financial world.

What it's really like to try to make it to F1
BBC Sport explores the financial reality of two drivers with experience of trying to climb the motorsport ladder to reach Formula 1.

Weekly quiz: What did Trump say about the Pope?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Woman arrested over death of girl found in pond
South Yorkshire Police say a woman in her 30s has been arrested following Nyla May Bradshaw's death.

Harry and Meghan meet Bondi shooting survivors
On the fourth day of their Australian visit, the royal couple pay tribute to the 15 people killed in the Bondi shooting.

Rising value of Pokémon cards sparks smash and grab crime spree
Small shops across the UK are being targeted by thieves stealing collectibles worth thousands of pounds.

Three charged with arson on Persian media offices
Two teenagers and a 21-year-old man appear in court charged with arson with intent to endanger life.

Peacock terrorises 92-year-old farmer's chickens
The peacock initially got along with the chickens before running riot on the farm, the farmer says.

Three young people contract meningitis in Weymouth
Young people are to be offered the MenB vaccine after three cases of meningitis were confirmed.

XL bully owner jailed after man, 84, 'savaged'
Sean Garner's dog had to be shot 10 times by police after attacking his elderly neighbour.

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Have the Democrats found a new strategy to scare Trump?
Why an oyster fisherman with a controversial past is splitting the Democrats

Mandelson Failed Security Vetting...The Prime Minister Speaks Out
Keir Starmer says it's 'staggering' he wasn’t told Mandelson failed security vetting.

Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest
Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.

Russell 'would understand' if Verstappen leaves F1
George Russell says Formula 1 "would not want to lose" Max Verstappen - but would "understand" if the four-time world champion decided to leave the sport.

Arteta lights training ground fire to inspire players
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta lights a fire at their London Colney training ground to motivate players before crucial week.

Website part-owned by Boehly offers Chelsea FA Cup tickets for £1,705
A US-based website linked to Todd Boehly is selling Chelsea tickets at inflated prices, leaving the club's fans angry.

MacIntyre not fazed by criticism of Masters behaviour
Scotland's Robert MacIntyre insists he is not fazed by criticism of his behaviour at the Masters, but says he is working to keep his emotions in check.

What does the Saudi Arabia PIF's change in approach mean for Newcastle?
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) set out to disrupt, but the fund has sent tremors through the world of sport in a very different way this week.

What it's really like to try to make it to F1
BBC Sport explores the financial reality of two drivers with experience of trying to climb the motorsport ladder to reach Formula 1.

Al Jazeera

Record number of Rohingya refugees died at sea last year, UNHCR says
The UN refugee agency has warned of an 'unmarked graveyard for thousands of desperate Rohingya refugees' in South Asia

Southern Lebanon’s only functioning hospital damaged by Israeli strikes
Al Jazeera’s Obaida Hitto reports from Tibnin Hospital - the only functioning hospital in southern Lebanon.

Ukraine’s long-range strikes prompt new Russian threat against Europe
Ukraine has penetrated Russian airspace with unprecedented numbers of drones, denying Russia windfall oil profits.

Men caught competing as women in prestigious South African marathon
Two women runners initially finished outside the top 10 in the Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town before bib swap spotted.

Controversy as Lebanese banker Sehnaoui is praised for supporting Israel
Trump envoy Morgan Ortagus says Antoun Sehnaoui is a committed Zionist, even as Israel attacked Lebanon.

Can Pakistan secure Iran-US nuclear compromise, as Trump says deal ‘close’?
Pakistan's civilian and army leaders shuttle between key capitals as Trump says he may visit Islamabad to sign a deal.

Manchester City vs Arsenal: Guardiola says defeat ends Premier League race
Manchester City host Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday with the chance to close to within three points of leaders.

‘Waiting without answers’: Gaza mother’s fear for her three imprisoned sons
As Palestinians mark Prisoners' Day, Inaam al-Dahdouh waits for news of her three sons, taken by Israel two years ago.

Iran foreign minister says Strait of Hormuz ‘completely open’
Iran says 'passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz' open during the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.

The three clocks of the Iran war
Trump is racing against the midterms, Iran is betting on endurance, and Netanyahu needs a war with no end.

World Cup 2026: Saudi Arabia sack coach Herve Renard
Frenchman Herve Renard, who won AFCON with Zambia and Ivory Coast, departs Saudi role despite World Cup qualification.

How the Lebanon ceasefire is viewed in Israel
Al Jazeera’s Tony Cheng describes how people and the press in Israel are reacting to the ceasefire with Lebanon.

Bulgaria elections: Who’s running and what’s at stake?
Bulgaria has held seven national elections in the past four years because of political and social divisions.

Macron and Starmer host allies for summit on Hormuz maritime security
US not part of France- and UK-led talks on a post-war Hormuz maritime force, but Europe's role remains limited.

Can Hungary wean itself off Russian energy, as its new leader has promised?
Magyar’s pitch to Hungarian voters was to turn away from some of Orban’s policies, including Russian energy imports.

Pope Leo calls on Cameroonians to reject violence as 120,000 join Mass
Preaching at a packed stadium in Douala, Pontiff shares a message of hope, peace and faith during Africa trip.

The Iran war has exposed the limits of neutrality
From Gulf energy shocks to divisions among allies, the conflict has made strategic ambiguity harder to sustain.

Tennis: Djokovic pulls out of Madrid Open over injury concerns
Former No 1 Djokovic, who has struggled with a shoulder issue, will miss the clay-court tournament in Madrid, Spain.

Could the Lebanon ceasefire lead to US-Iran talks breakthrough?
Al Jazeera's Tohid Asadi discusses the prospect that the ceasefire in Lebanon could lead to a US-Iran peace deal.

Lebanese celebrate return to homes as 10-day ceasefire begins
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has come into effect.

Israeli attacks kill several over two days in Gaza despite ‘ceasefire’
As Gaza violence continues, activist says Israeli settlers torch vehicles, attack homes in occupied West Bank.

What we know about the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
US President Donald Trump announced the 10-day ceasefire between the two countries.

Lebanese return to devastated south as fragile 10-day truce takes hold
Hezbollah warns it has its 'finger on the trigger' in case of Israeli violations of the temporary ceasefire.

Canada T20 World Cup game in India under ICC scrutiny amid corruption claim
Canada's match against New Zealand at T20 World Cup among allegations of corruption against country's cricket set up.

Australia scrambles to secure energy as war on Iran fuels uncertainty
Heavily dependent on imported oil, Australia looks for quick fixes from regional diplomacy to free train rides.

Global Times

Local Insights: At the 13th Baku Global Forum, global participants look to China for new path of multilateralism and stability

Over 3,000 protests staged across US on one month of strikes against Iran, scale 'suggests mounting public dissatisfaction that risks more chaos': expert

China schedules next moonshot this year: developer

Nearly 4.9 million visits from Taiwan to mainland in 2025 with one-third made by young people: CPPCC member

NPC deputy calls to make comprehensive sex education a formal part of China's basic education curriculum

Renowned scholar and political advisor expresses confidence in China's AI development, computing power

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

China's astronaut center addresses challenges of long-term human survival on exoplanets: political advisor and China's first female taikonaut to enter space station

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

Chinese, Iranian diplomats meet before US-Iran nuclear talk; move reflects Teheran's willingness to seek intl support: Chinese expert

China stresses Taiwan at 'core of core interests' after Xi-Trump call; Room for 'relying on US for independence' illusion will only shrink further: expert

Uruguayan president visits Great Wall, Palace Museum on 2nd day of China trip; Chinese expert says growing interest in CPC history shows wish to learn from China

Trump claims India will buy Venezuelan oil, welcomes China's investment; Chinese expert notices remarks 'unilateral,' no confirmation from Indian side

Takaichi skipping of TV debate due to 'hand injury' sparks dissatisfaction from Japanese politicians, netizens, saying Takaichi avoids key questions including Unification Church scandal

Chinese FM holds strategic dialogue with Russia's Shoigu; Wang warns the world 'faces risk of regressing to law of jungle'

No case of Nipah virus disease detected in China so far: China's disease control authorities

China's first Type 054B frigate reaches operational capability, official media reveals amid warship's first commissioning anniversary

PLA Navy's Type 055 large destroyer boosts anti-submarine capabilities with confrontational exercise in South China Sea

S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice

Shenzhou-20 taikonauts make 1st public appearance after safe return following debris incident, recounts details

The Irish Taoiseach's visit to China in 14 years could be a 'touchstone' for China-EU relations: expert

ROK president arrives in Beijing with 200 business delegates, hails full restoration of bilateral ties 'the greatest achievement'

Witnesses of Struggle: GT visits Hump Route crash site in Xizang, retracing enduring memory of wartime sacrifice and friendship

China imposes countermeasures against 20 US companies, 10 senior executives in response to US arms sales to Taiwan

Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference

Chinese FM strongly condemns $11b US arms sales to Taiwan; DPP authorities 'thanking' Washington slammed by island netizens

Chinese Embassy in UK urges London to recognize reality, adopt correct mindset following Starmer's China-related remarks

No 'slave's peace'

HK to set up judge-led independent commission to investigate deadly fire; Chief Executive vows accountability to be pursued to very end

China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan

2025 Understanding China Conference opens in Guangzhou, spotlighting 15th Five-Year Plan and China's global initiatives

Practitioner's Insights: Large-scale Chinese-built wind power projects in S.Africa turn stable, abundant electricity supply for locals from luxury into reality

Civic groups in Taiwan protest Lai's arms push, oppose being dragged toward battlefield

Never alone in times of crisis: HK and mainland stand in solidarity to aid rescue and relief in high-rise fire

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

GT investigates: From political opportunist to militarist advocate: An expose of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's radical path

GT investigates: How Japan's PM revives bellicism mindset, perpetuates 'victim narrative' pushed by right-wing forces since WWI

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'

Practitioners' Insights: How a project building cross-border digital bridge for connectivity embodies Chinese wisdom to enhance global firms' efficiency

GT on the spot: Pudong as a microcosm of Shanghai's drive to build a trusted foreign-related legal system

Chinese Vice Premier, FM hold talks with Norwegian FM

As long as we talk in a way others can understand, a friendship that crosses mountains and oceans will grow: Zambian vlogger and actor