No 10 had 'dismissive attitude' to Mandelson vetting, says sacked Foreign Office chief
Sir Olly Robbins has defended his decision to approve the peer's security clearance for the role.
Henry Zeffman: Robbins's revelations are a dangerous moment for Starmer
Drawing a line under Lord Mandelson's appointment is proving impossible for the prime minister.
Boy, 17, pleads guilty to synagogue arson attack
Accelerant was thrown through the window of Kenton United Synagogue on Saturday night.
Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed
The "landmark" legislation aims to stop anyone born after 1 January 2009 from taking up smoking to create a smoke-free generation.
Court challenge over Met Police's use of live facial recognition lost
The claim was brought over concerns the technology can be used in an arbitrary or discriminatory way.
Migrant first to be convicted under new crossing law
Tajik Mohammad pleaded guilty to piloting an overcrowded dinghy across the Channel in bad weather.
Two Palestinians killed during settler attack on West Bank village, officials say
A 14-year-old boy was among those shot dead, according to the mayor of al-Mughayyir.
No 10 considered giving Starmer aide diplomat job, sacked official says
Sir Olly Robbins says he felt "uncomfortable" after No 10 discussed finding a role for Lord Doyle.
Man admits rape and religiously aggravated abuse of Sikh woman
John Ashby, 32, initially denies the attack but changes his plea one day after the trial begins.
Trapped nerve and wee stops - running the Boston Marathon 22 weeks pregnant
British athlete Calli Hauger-Thackery says running the Boston Marathon 22 weeks into her pregnancy was the toughest achievement in her career.
Michael Jackson film is a 'whitewash' and 'ghoulish', critics say
A new biopic, titled Michael, sees the singer's nephew Jaafar Jackson portray his uncle's rise to fame.
Iran sees mass redundancies from war with US and Israel
The impact is being felt by manufacturers, retailers and the digital sector, amid warnings it could get worse if the war resumes.
After the departure of Tim Cook, how will Apple change under 'product guy' John Ternus?
How Ternus responds to challenges facing Apple will go a long way to deciding the tech giant's future, writes Zoe Kleinman.
Key evidence from sacked official at heart of Mandelson vetting row
Sir Olly Robbins has defended his actions amid a row over the vetting of the former US ambassador.
Carey Mulligan on the Gen Z v millennial feud at the heart of Netflix's Beef
Mulligan and Oscar Isaac play a couple who get into a dramatic row with a pair of younger employees.
The 20-somethings juggling three jobs to make ends meet
While the UK unemployment rate stands at 4.9%, increasing numbers of those in work have more than one job.
Popemobile child clinic yet to reach Gaza one year after Francis's death
One of the late pope's last wishes was for his vehicle to be used for children in Gaza, but a charity is still waiting for an entry permit.
Israeli soldiers punished over vandalism of Jesus statue in Lebanon
Two soldiers will be removed from combat duty and receive 30 days of military detention, Israel's military says.
Air fares soar by nearly 25% as Iran war forces flights to re-route
Airspace restrictions caused by the conflict sent plane ticket prices higher, research shows.
Teacher 'had dark thoughts about abused baby'
Jamie Varley is accused of the murder of 13-month-old Preston Davey, who he adopted.
Unemployment rate unexpectedly falls as fewer students look for work
The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.
Mass trial for 486 alleged gang members begins in El Salvador
Footage released by the attorney general's office shows large groups of men in prison attending the trial via video link.
Woman in court after car hits pedestrians in Soho
Gabrielle Carrington is accused of causing grievous bodily harm to two people who were hit by a car.
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The Global Story: How Pakistan became the peacemaker
Talks are expected between the US and Iran in Islamabad.
Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is insider trading corrupting Trump's White House?
And will new claims about FBI Director Kash Patel’s behaviour get him fired?
Bellingham invests in Birmingham Hundred franchise
England and Real Madrid footballer Jude Bellingham purchases a 1.2% stake in Hundred franchise Birmingham Phoenix.
O'Sullivan in charge against China's He at Crucible
Ronnie O'Sullivan begins his quest for a record-breaking eighth World Championship title with a dominant opening session against He Guoqiang.
Championship clubs reject bringing in VAR next season
Championship clubs have turned down the chance to introduce a challenge system of VAR for the 2026-27 season.
Which Premier League players are out of contract this summer?
With a World Cup summer fast approaching, BBC Sport looks at which Premier League stars may be looking for new clubs.
Trapped nerve and wee stops - running a marathon 22 weeks pregnant
British athlete Calli Hauger-Thackery says running the Boston Marathon 22 weeks into her pregnancy was the toughest achievement in her career.
What’s the bill to rebuild Gaza, and who will pay?
UN-EU report says $71bn needed over 10 years.
Israeli sexual violence helping push Palestinians from West Bank: Report
NGO finds at least 16 cases of conflict-related sexual violence attributed to Israeli settlers and soldiers.
EU court rules Hungary’s LGBTQ law violates human rights
European Court of Justice says measure by PM Viktor Orban's government breaches EU law 'on a number of separate levels'.
LIVE: Real Madrid vs Alaves – La Liga
Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, ahead of our text commentary stream of the match in Madrid.
Video: Moment hikers get caught in Guatemala volcano eruption
A group of hikers were forced to flee as Guatemala’s Santiaguito Volcano erupted.
Rabbi accused of war crimes selected for Israel’s national celebration
Rabbi Avraham Zarbiv has filmed himself demolishing Palestinian buildings in Gaza while reciting religious verses.
Video: US forces board sanctioned tanker in Asia Pacific
The Department of War has released a video it says shows US forces boarding a sanctioned tanker in the Asia Pacific.
Trump says he opposes extending Iran ceasefire amid talks uncertainty
US president says Iran has 'no choice' but to show up to the negotiations in Pakistan and accept a 'great' deal.
Why is the EU under pressure to suspend its trade agreement with Israel?
Divided EU nations debate suspending Israel deal as pressure mounts over rights violations in Gaza and the West Bank.
Nigeria charges six people with ‘terrorism’, treason over 2025 coup plot
Nigerian authorities have charged six military officers over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu.
Iran’s World Cup participation depends on team’s safety in the US: Minister
Iran's team is preparing for the FIFA World Cup but may not travel to the tournament, Sport Minister Donyamali says.
Israeli soldiers and settlers kill 11 Palestinians across Gaza, West Bank
In Hebron, a 16-year-old is struck by a vehicle escorting an Israeli minister and killed.
Palestine weekly wrap: Coordinated attacks and evictions in Gaza, West Bank
The killings of Palestinians in Gaza and settler violence across the West Bank are both continuing to surge.
Shot by Israeli forces, Hala, 18 and Mohammad, 13 fight for their lives
A Gaza bride-to-be and a 13-year-old West Bank boy fight for their lives after being shot in the head by Israeli forces.
Pakistan races against time to get Iran back to US talks as truce end nears
But a series of escalations by the US is complicating those efforts, say analysts.
EU credibility is on the line over Israel, says Spanish foreign minister
Spain warns EU credibility at risk without unified stance on Israel, urges consistency with its Russia policy.
Iran-US war: Four scenarios for what’s next as talks stumble
Between an expiring ceasefire and a possible deal lies a range of ways in which the war could proceed, analysts say.
Are we heading into a world divided by AI tribes?
Four thinkers join Mohamed Hassan to explore how AI is reshaping our politics, culture and collective thinking.
What was the Iran nuclear deal Trump dumped in search of ‘better’ terms?
Trump withdrew the US from the JCPOA in 2018, branding it 'the worst deal ever' and seeking stronger terms.
Mass trial for nearly 500 alleged gang members in El Salvador
Mass trial for nearly 500 alleged gang members in El Salvador
Strait of Hormuz: How a threat became a playbook
How the Strait of Hormuz became a system of control, shaping power and the global economy.
Afghans displaced by Pakistan conflict survive in tent camps
Tens of thousands of Afghans have been displaced by recent fighting along the Pakistan border, forced into tent camps.
Is China a winner of the Iran war or facing economic risks?
China's economy beats expectations despite the Iran war, but weak demand and structural risks remain.
Clean electricity meets all new demand, curbing fossil fuels, says Ember
2025 was the beginning of the end for coal and gas power, says think tank, but the world is still warming rapidly.
Germany and Italy block bid to suspend EU-Israel trade pact
Spain, Slovenia, Ireland pushed EU foreign policy chief Kallas to ditch pact over Israeli ‘human rights’ violations.
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'