Bowen: Strait of Hormuz standoff raises risk of sliding back into all-out war
The US and Iran's determination to keep the pressure on each other has put the fragile Gulf ceasefire in serious jeopardy.
Woman, 35, died in explosion after ex-partner 'forced entry' into her home
Police officers are treating the death of Jo Shaw as a homicide.
Hate crime prosecutions to be fast-tracked after antisemitic attacks
The director of public prosecutions has told prosecutors in England and Wales to bring charges more quickly.
Hantavirus may have spread between passengers on cruise ship, WHO says
Two cases of the virus, which rarely spreads between humans, have been confirmed on the ship, and three people have died.
Palestine Action activists guilty of criminal damage
The group of four activists were accused of breaking into the Elbit Systems factory near Bristol.
Watch: Captain of stranded ship in Strait of Hormuz tells BBC of 'pressure'
Capt Raman Kapoor's ship is one of several to be stranded in the strait in the midst of the power struggle between the US and Iran.
No obligation to declare £5m gift, Farage says
The Reform UK leader says the gift was "purely private" and "wasn't political in any sense at all".
Lidl's new loyalty scheme less generous, shoppers say
Under the changed system customers collect points rather than reward coupons, with £1 spent equalling one point.
UK long-term borrowing costs reach 28-year high
There have been extra jitters in UK government debt markets ahead of Thursday's local and national elections.
Nissan to close one UK production line and cut 900 jobs in Europe
Nissan says it is considering working with a third party to fully utilise its Sunderland plant.
Murder-accused teacher 'begged medics to save baby', court hears
Preston Davey was abused and murdered after being adopted by two men, a jury has been told.
Cruise passengers tell of life on board stranded ship after hantavirus outbreak
While passengers onboard the MV Hondius say the situation is calm, they face days at sea as officials warn the disease may have spread.
The family sacrifices that helped Wu become world champion
Wu Yize discusses the sacrifices made by his family on his journey to becoming China's second world snooker champion.
The most talked-about looks at this year's Met Gala
The theme for 2026 Met Gala fundraiser is "Costume Art", exploring fashion as an embodied art form.
The Scottish town where vape shops are booming despite locals' concerns
New research has shown a 28% growth in shops selling vape products in Scottish towns and cities - concentrated in the most deprived areas.
Vodafone sold us a dream to take on shops - the reality was different
Two women from Lincolnshire are among 62 former franchisees taking the phone company to court.
Israeli court extends detention of two Gaza flotilla activists
Thiago Ávila and Saif Abu Keshek were detained by Israeli forces who intercepted the flotilla's boats near Greece last week.
Mission is to preach peace, says Pope in response to Trump attacks
Trump lashed out at the pope for condemning the conflict in the Middle East, as his secretary of state heads to the Vatican.
Police officer tells of operation to retrieve human remains from crocodile
DNA tests are underway to confirm whether remains found inside the crocodile match that of a missing man.
Pornhub to become accessible again for some UK users
UK iPhone users who have completed Apple's device-based age checks will no longer be blocked from the site's adult content.
Nottingham killer was discharged as NHS staff 'could not find him'
Emma Robinson tells an inquiry staff "couldn't work with" or find Valdo Calocane when he was discharged.
US to safety test new AI models from Google, Microsoft, xAI
New agreements between the companies and the Commerce department build on Biden-era pacts.
Russian attacks kill more than 20 ahead of rival ceasefires proposed by Kyiv and Moscow
Kyiv said it would begin a truce on 6 May and then "act symmetrically" after Moscow declared a pause for its Victory Day parade.
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Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup after striking tour deal
Jon Rahm will be eligible for next year's Ryder Cup in Ireland after striking a deal to continue playing on the DP World Tour.
'In a better place but not 100%' - Raducanu out of Rome as wait for return continues
Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Italian Open because of the post-viral illness that has kept her off the WTA Tour for two months.
Everton fan arrested for alleged Semenyo racist abuse
An Everton fan is arrested by Merseyside Police during his side's match with Manchester City for allegedly racially abusing Antoine Semenyo.
Sing returns as Red Roses rejig back three against Italy
Emma Sing, Ellie Kildunne and Mia Venner comprise a new-look back-three combination for England's Women's Six Nations game against Italy on Saturday.
Mauritania’s plan to close private schools sparks backlash
Mauritania’s plan to shut most private primary schools and move students into free public schools is sparking backlash.
US plans to hike tariffs on EU cars to 25% will hit luxury market the most
US says it will hike tariffs to 25% because the EU has not complied with trade deal last year that set tariffs at 15%.
Miscalculation over Strait of Hormuz could ‘bring an all-out war’
Neither the US nor Iran are willing to compromise on the Strait of Hormuz, increasing the chance of miscalculation.
Sudan recalls Ethiopia ambassador after strikes on Khartoum
Sudan has recalled its ambassador to Addis Ababa, accusing Ethiopia of being behind attacks on Khartoum’s airport.
Video: Trump says Iran should ‘wave the white flag’
US President Donald Trump said Iran should ‘wave the white flag of surrender’ in the war.
US push for Lebanon and Israel leaders to meet could inflame tensions
Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun is under pressure to meet with Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu on a US visit this month.
UK convicts four Palestine Action activists over break-in at Israeli firm
Members of the now-banned Palestine Action group raided Elbit's facility in Bristol months into Israel's war on Gaza.
Microsoft, Google, xAI give US access to AI models for security testing
The deal comes days after the Pentagon announces an agreement with seven tech giants to use AI in classified systems
UAE comes under Iranian attacks for second consecutive day: Ministry
Iran says the country's forces 'have not carried out any missile or drone operations against the UAE in recent days'.
Ukraine, Russia exchange drone strikes ahead of V-Day ‘ceasefire’
Ukraine strikes multiple sites in Moscow, following Russia’s strikes on a Ukrainian gas production facility.
West Bengal Chief refuses to resign after ‘dirty’ election
West Bengal’s Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has firmly rejected stepping down after her party’s defeat.
Iran’s judiciary vows action against ‘enemy’s mercenaries’ amid executions
Authorities target accused foreign agents, citing national security, as executions and confiscation of assets intensify.
Boko Haram attack kills 23 soldiers in Chad’s Lake Chad region
Chad's army says the attack by the Nigeria-based armed group came on the island of Barka Tolorom.
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What’s the significance of UAE’s Fujairah, hit on Monday?
If confirmed, it would be Iran’s first attack on the UAE since the US-Iran ceasefire took effect on April 8.
What’s happening in Mali one week after attack by armed groups? All we know
Mali’s military government, Assimi Goita, has taken on the role of defence minister.
Sudan accuses Ethiopia, UAE of being behind recent drone attacks
Sudan claims it has evidence that four drone attacks have been launched from Ethiopia with UAE-supplied drones.
Hegseth says US ‘hasn’t capitulated on anything’ regarding Iran
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told a reporter the US had not capitulated on its demands from Iran.
US-Iran ceasefire holds despite Hormuz standoff: Pentagon chief Hegseth
Trump aide says the US has established a security 'dome' for ships over Hormuz, but traffic in strait remains stalled.
Why Europe’s car industry is at the centre of a new US trade war
Trump has threatened to increase tariffs on EU cars and trucks exported to the US from 15 percent to 25 percent.
Map of dominance: Why Iran can’t afford to give up Hormuz control
The vital passageway is key for Tehran as it seeks to leverage in negotiations with Washington.
Smotrich says he promised his son ‘more destruction’ in Lebanon
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said he promised his son there would be ‘more destruction’ in Lebanon.
Mapping Mali’s gold and natural resource wealth
The West African country holds Africa's third-largest gold reserves, plus vast lithium and uranium deposits.
DRC protest in support of US sanctions against former president
DRC protest in support of US sanctions against former president
Hegseth says US blockade on Iran ‘gift to the world’
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the US has gifted the world a ‘powerful red, white, and blue dome’.
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
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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
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