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Thames Water closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal
The environment secretary says the deal does not do enough for consumers or the environment.

'Daylight robbery but worth it' - what fans are spending on World Cup
Fans in the US, Canada and Mexico are spending big on tickets, transport and accommodation - is it worth it?

What UK social media ban means for gaming and YouTube
A ban is coming - but it's still not clear what it will mean for sites including Roblox, YouTube and WhatsApp.

Woman left traumatised by swinging says website 'facilitated abuse'
She wants to warn others after her husband pressured her into sex she did not want, she says.

Prince George to attend Eton College from September
He will follow in the footsteps of his father, the Prince of Wales, who also attended the private school.

Starmer pleased 'justice has been done' after arson attacks on property connected to him
The prime minister said he was "very pleased for my family's sake" that two men had been convicted of the 2025 arson attacks.

Williams sisters will play Wimbledon doubles after receiving wildcard
Serena Williams is given a wildcard to play alongside older sister Venus in the Wimbledon women's doubles.

Musk's SpaceX buys AI coding start-up for $60bn days after IPO
Elon Musk's rocket company has agreed to buy Cursor, which uses AI to automate the process of writing code.

'Little hero', 12, rescued drowning friend from the sea by her hair
Tamika and Sofia-Ann were cut off by the tide and pulled under water by the waves at Abergele.

Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Robert Kuzovkov, who used the pseudonym Semyon Skrepetsky, has been known for his caricatures of politicians including Vladimir Putin.

Chalobah replaces injured Livramento for World Cup
Newcastle United full-back Tino Livramento is out of England's World Cup campaign with a calf injury and is replaced by Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.

Iran 'most oppressed' team in tournament, head coach says
Head coach Amir Ghalenoei says his Iran side are the "most oppressed in the World Cup" after having last-minute travel restrictions imposed on them.

From dazzling winger to veteran who barely runs - the evolution of Messi
Lionel Messi is set for his sixth World Cup with Argentina. Guillem Balague looks at how the Argentine has evolved.

'Not a model' - Uruguay coach Bielsa refuses to engage with photoshoot
Uruguay and former Leeds coach Marcelo Bielsa defends his stony-faced appearance in the official World Cup photoshoot.

What one country's experiment says about attempts to boost birth rates
Why did Hungary’s pronatalist approach deliver an early rise in births only then to fall back? And what lessons does it offer to other countries desperate to lift fertility?

Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu
Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.

When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected?
The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat banned for UK teens early in 2027.

Recovery of Ebola patients offers rare moments of joy at epicentre of outbreak
There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170.

No, there’s no plot to make you allergic to meat
Viral conspiracy posts claim there is a secret effort to spread ticks on US farms to trigger an allergy to red meat.

Man bailed after woman pushed into path of bus on Putney Bridge
A man is bailed after being arrested in the case of a woman who was pushed into the road in 2017.

Swedish man jailed for four years for coercing wife into sex with 120 men
The 61-year-old was found to have coerced his wife into sexual acts with men he found online in exchange for payment.

Man thought stabbed girl was 'messing around'
The man who found the girl and called 999 told the court he found her face down and covered in blood.

Watch: California wildfires rage near passing vehicles
The fires in Riverside County cover over 2,000 acres, say authorities.

FBI thwarted plot targeting White House UFC event, Patel says
US media say the plan would have involved a drone attack. The FBI boss says multiple suspects are in custody.

Donaldson sex abuse allegations cannot be 'brushed under the carpet any longer', jury told
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former Democratic Unionist Party leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, including one count of rape, all of which he denies.

Newsreader Tina Daheley to leave Radio 2 breakfast show
The move comes just a couple of weeks before Sara Cox takes over the show in July.

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Social Media Ban For Under-16s
Under-16s to be banned from social media Keir Starmer announces.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Trump still fit for the job on his 80th birthday?
Donald Trump is now the second oldest president in US history

Chalobah replaces injured Livramento for World Cup
Newcastle United full-back Tino Livramento is out of England's World Cup campaign with a calf injury and is replaced by Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.

Root to captain game-by-game but is 'envious' of Stokes-McCullum dynamic
Joe Root says he is taking the England captaincy on a "game-by-game basis" but admits he has been "slightly envious" of Ben Stokes for getting to work alongside Brendon McCullum.

Tuchel's England deal includes performance clause
Thomas Tuchel's England contract extension is subject to a performance clause, says FA chief executive Mark Bullingham.

Williams sisters to play together at Wimbledon
Serena Williams is given a wildcard to play alongside older sister Venus in the Wimbledon women's doubles.

Meet the Iraq player set to make history for Pakistan
Zidane Iqbal, a former Manchester United player, will make history when he plays for Iraq this summer, becoming the first player of Pakistani heritage to feature at a men's World Cup.

What does the future hold for Rashford?
Barcelona decided not to trigger the option that would have allowed them to sign Marcus Rashford for £26m, so what does the future hold for the England World Cup star?

Al Jazeera

Lebanese rush back to their devastated homes in south after US-Iran deal
Thousands return to their homes following Iran-US deal despite Israel saying it won't end its occupation of Lebanon.

Iran coach says team ‘oppressed’ by travel chaos after World Cup NZ draw
Amir Ghalenoei made the comment after Iran were forced to leave the US for their Mexico base after their opening match.

‘Mistrust’ leaves ebola patients receiving treatment too late
A growing sense of mistrust is hampering efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Israeli court rules to keep prominent Palestinian doctor in detention
The Palestinian doctor demanded his release last week after months of imprisonment and visible signs of torture.

‘There’s divergence between US and Israeli objectives in the region’
‘There’s divergence between US and Israeli objectives in the region’

Geneva to host Iran-US deal event: What other pacts have been signed there?
Geneva is widely recognised as the 'Peace Capital' of the world.

Red Cross warns Ebola outbreak in DRC not yet peaked, could last a year
The Red Cross says it is 'very difficult' to know the extent at which the epidemic is spreading. 

India blocks Telegram until Monday due to student exam fraud concerns
A viral youth satirical protest movement, the Cockroach Janta Party, has emerged following exam cancellations last month

Families return to shattered towns as fragile ceasefire holds in Lebanon
Southern Lebanon’s displaced face dire conditions as they return to salvaged belongings amid ceasefire uncertainties.

Gaza children running out of time to treat blast-induced hearing loss
Gaza children increasingly developing hearing impairments due to repeated exposure to blasts.

Suffragettes to Palestine Action: A history of direct-action protest in UK
Analysts say Britain is responding to civil disobedience with unprecedented severity.

Messi, Argentina begin World Cup title defence against Algeria: All to know
Superstar Lionel Messi is back for a sixth World Cup and leads Argentina into their group match debut against Algeria.

Trump tells Netanyahu to be ‘more responsible with respect to Lebanon’
US president also made unusually critical comments about Israel's military offensive in Lebanon.

Will a US-Iran deal unlock $300bn in investment fund for Tehran?
The Trump administration has been adamant the investment fund is not a payout for Iranian enriched uranium.

Trump says ‘hell will rain down’ if Iran gets nuclear weapons
Trump says ‘hell will rain down’ if Iran gets nuclear weapons

Qatar’s Emir hails Iran deal and touts US investments in Trump meeting
Qatar’s Emir hails Iran deal and touts US investments in Trump meeting.

Australia warns El Nino weather pattern set to be strongest in decades
Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology says forecasts have pointed towards a 'very strong El Nino event'.

China offers staunch support to Myanmar president during his state visit
The two countries sign 18 cooperation deals, including on free trade and assistance in the event of natural disasters.

World Cup: Can Senegal stun France again? Predictions, schedule on Day 6
France take on Senegal in a repeat of their famous 2002 opener while Messi's Argentina face Algeria in Kansas City.

Iran says Israeli occupation in Lebanon would breach US deal
Iran says any continued Israeli occupation in Lebanon would be a breach of the Memorandum of Understanding with the US.

Trump says he will push for peace in Ukraine after meeting Zelenskyy at G7
US president says he will do what he can to end the Russia-Ukraine war after a 'very good' meeting in France.

Iran fans react to team’s first World Cup match amid political schisms
Iran fans react to team’s first World Cup match amid political schisms

What to know about this week’s US primary elections
Primaries are set to take place in Alabama, California, Oklahoma, Georgia, and the capital, Washington, DC, on Tuesday.

Football fans celebrate the World Cup across continents and cultures
Fans in jerseys and painted faces gather to watch World Cup matches, celebrating unity and rivalry alike.

Former CAR president on trial in absentia over crimes against humanity
The alleged crimes committed by Bozize's security forces include murder, enforced disappearance, torture and rape.

Global Times

Chinese expert criticizes Filipino FM's claim that Japan-Philippines delimitation 'nothing to do' with China, warns move serves ulterior purposes beyond bilateral talks

Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative

DC gala shooting suspect voices grievances against US administration in writings to family: media reports

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

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

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

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