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Oil prices slide after Pakistan announces deal between US and Iran
Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.

Starmer set to ban under-16s from major social media platforms
The prime minister promises "bold action" ahead of Monday's announcement on restrictions for children.

Roy Hattersley, former Labour deputy leader, dies aged 93
Paying tribute, Sir Keir Starmer said Lord Hattersley "was a giant of the Labour movement".

Royal Marines board Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in English Channel
Marines were joined by National Crime Agency officers in the six-hour long operation in the early hours of Sunday.

Thunderstorms threaten Trump's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn
Thousands are expected at the mixed martial arts fight, which coincides with Trump's 80th birthday.

Assisted dying returns to Parliament as MP urges peers to 'finish the job'
Lauren Edwards says she will bring the exact same bill which was narrowly passed by the Commons but ran out of time in the Lords.

UK electric car sales target set to be weakened
The new target hasn't yet been decided, with different numbers under consideration, the BBC understands.

Watch: Protesters clash with police ahead of G7 summit in Geneva
Swiss police deployed a water cannon and fired tear gas to disperse anti-G7 protesters after clashes.

11 skydivers and pilot killed in US plane crash
The plane had just taken off in the US state of Missouri, but failed to gain altitude, according to local emergency responders.

Farage vows to ban foreign nationals from social housing
The Reform UK leader says tenants would have three months to find a new home or face potential deportation.

Japan come from behind twice to draw with Netherlands
Daichi Kamada's late header rescues a deserved point for Japan against the Netherlands in their opening World Cup game in Dallas.

How will Scotland approach Morocco game after opening win?
How will Scotland approach Group C games against Morocco and Brazil after a tense opening victory over Haiti in Boston?

BBC Sport pundits choose England World Cup XIs - who would you pick?
Thomas Tuchel will pick his first England World Cup team on Wednesday, when the Three Lions take on Croatia. BBC Sport pundits choose their starting XIs - who would you pick?

Jubilation as Scotland fans celebrate win
Supporters gathered in bars and venues across the country in the early hours to watch the match against Haiti.

Roy Hattersley: Labour politician who helped start the party's modernisation
Able Labour politician, often at odds with his party, who became a successful author and columnist.

The Papers: 'Australia plus' social media ban and 'Russian incursion'
A number of the papers preview the announcement of a ban on social media for under-16s on Monday.

Why you might not be buying the right pain relief for period cramps
Many women are buying less effective pain medication for period cramps, supermarket data suggests.

Jurors, lawyers and social workers face 'resilience test' in inaccessible courts
Access issues faced by wheelchair users in courts include broken lifts, “unsafe” ramps and unsuitable toilets.

As more US business owners retire many are selling up to their staff
Some six million bosses of American firms will be entering retirement between now and 2035.

Our newborn baby died four years ago and we still don't know why
Kianty and Conor Simpson have yet to scatter son Jacob's ashes as no inquest has been held for him.

Millions of people can get discounts on their bills - here's how
Lower social tariffs allow many people on benefits to get cheaper deals for water, broadband and phone.

Summer warmth to return this week but rain will linger for some
A warmer week is ahead, though rain remains in the forecast for some.

Mark Carney visits ancestral village in Mayo
Mark Carney will meet his cousins on Sunday in Aughagower - the village his grandparents, Robert and Nora Moran, left when they emigrated to Canada in 1925.

UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal
Japanese firms will spend billions on UK infrastructure and offshore wind, Downing Street says.

Lewis Hamilton wins first grand prix for Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton takes his first victory for Ferrari in a compelling Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix as championship leader Kimi Antonelli retires.

Tourist train overturns and injures 17 during Cártama tapas festival
Nobody was seriously hurt as a result of the accident in the Spanish town, local authorities say.

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Royal Marines Take Control Of Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker
Royal Marine Commandos boarded a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel.

The battle in rural America against AI data centres
Utah approves the world’s largest data centre (62sq miles) but opposition is growing

Hamilton's first Ferrari win a statement to himself and rest of F1
Lewis Hamilton's win in Barcelona was a moment of redemption after a first season at Ferrari that left him questioning himself, and others questioning him.

'The new Emma' - positives Raducanu can take from Queen's to Wimbledon
Emma Raducanu falls agonisingly short at Queen's after losing in Sunday's final - but there are huge positives to take with Wimbledon just around the corner.

Japan come from behind twice to draw with Netherlands
Daichi Kamada's late header rescues a deserved point for Japan against the Netherlands in their opening World Cup game in Dallas.

Al Jazeera

Iran’s Ghalenoei, Taremi decry US treatment before first World Cup game
Striker Mehdi Taremi says US travel policies are dampening the usual joy that the football tournament ignites.

Stock markets soar, oil falls as US, Iran confirm deal to end war
Asian stock markets surge as Washington and Tehran announce agreement to end hostiles and reopen Strait of Hormuz.

Claims Israel’s Beirut strike pushed Trump on Iran announcement
US diplomat Alan Eyre says despite the US-Iran ceasefire announcement, there is no deal until it has been formalised.

World Cup nations slam UEFA chief for ‘disappointing’ 48-team criticism
'There's no such thing as an unimportant World Cup match,' 13 World Cup participant nations say in a statement.

BREAKING: US, Iran announce ceasefire agreement
US President Donald Trump has announced a ceasefire agreement with Iran.

US-Iran ‘peace deal’ announced; Trump says Strait of Hormuz reopening
Trump announces that a ceasefire deal with Iran has been agreed, and that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen for shipping.

Japan deny Netherlands by fighting back twice in World Cup opener
Asia's most successful side, Japan, twice come from behind to draw 2-2 with Netherlands in Group F opener.

Lamine Yamal fit to start on bench for Spain vs Cape Verde at World Cup
‌Victor Munoz is also fit to play, as coach Luis de la Fuente says he has no concerns over his players' fitness.

India beat Pakistan by 64 runs to open Women’s T20 World Cup campaign
Smriti Mandhana scored 68, and Deepti Sharma took five wickets as India thrashed Pakistan in front of a sellout crowd.

LIVE: Ilia Topuria vs Justin Gaethje title fight at Trump’s UFC Freedom 250
Title fights, Topuria-Gaethje and Pereira-Gane, to be staged in front of US President Donald Trump at the White House.

Gaza mourns four killed in Israeli strike
Cries of grief echoed through Gaza City for four Palestinians killed near the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza.

Violence erupts during anti-G7 protests in Geneva on eve of summit
Violence erupts during anti-G7 protests in Geneva on eve of summit.

Swiss right-wing plan to cap population rejected by narrow margins
Swiss voters reject a proposed population cap that would cap the country’s population at 10 million.

Medical teams in Goma face mistrust from relatives of Ebola victims
Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo have spiked up to 782.

Six people killed as helicopters collide over Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro
Two helicopters collided in midair before crashing into car park of electric vehicle dealership, fire service says.

Lewis Hamilton wins first F1 race with Ferrari in Barcelona
Seven-time world champion's maiden victory for the Italian manufacturer is also his first F1 win in nearly two years.

The president, the billionaires and the news
A media industry weakened by marauding billionaires is dealing with a US president eager to bend it further.

Twelve killed in plane crash in US state of Missouri
Plane crashes near Butler Memorial Airport near Kansas City, with authorities reporting skydivers on board.

Germany hit Curacao for seven to open their World Cup
Four-time winners Germany thrash World Cup debutants Curacao 7-1 in their first group game on Sunday.

Israel welcomes Somaliland president in ‘historic’ visit
Israel hosted Somaliland's President on a landmark visit to Jerusalem after recognising it as an independent state.

Israel expands military control in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria by 1,000sq km
AJ probe: Israel expands military control by 1,000sq km on three fronts, using land grabs to mask strategic failures.

‘Losing three years set us back 20’: Palestinian football’s future in peril
The suspended Palestinian league is squeezing a generation of footballers, with little certainty about the future.

Trump says Israeli attacks on Beirut unjustified, puts Iran deal at risk
Trump has commented on Truth Social, condemning Israeli attacks on Beirut as the cease fire is to be extended.

Ibram X. Kendi: Is the US inherently racist?
Has America failed to confront its racial past? Ibram X. Kendi on race, identity and the anti-racism backlash.

Is the G7 still relevant?
G7 country leaders meet in France this week for their annual summit amid changing geopolitical dynamics.

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