'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.
Chris Mason: Mandelson saga is a messy palaver - and the questions continue to swirl
Sir Keir and the top official at the Foreign Office at the time are expected to face questions from MPs next week.
A man wrongfully served 17 years for rape. Now another man has been convicted
Malkinson had his rape conviction quashed in 2023 after fresh DNA analysis linked a new suspect to the offence.
'I'm the lucky one' - more than one in three young men now live with their parents
Last year, the highest proportion of men aged 20-34 were still living at home since at least 2007 as the rising cost of living takes hold.
Swinney predicts SNP majority at Holyrood election
The first minister has told BBC News that his party will return at least 65 seats at next month's vote.
Pregnancy vaccine reduces baby hospital admissions for RSV by 80%
A study confirms the vaccine gives excellent protection for babies against life-threatening chest infections.
Irish fugitive and alleged crime boss Daniel Kinahan arrested in Dubai
Kinahan, in his 40s, was arrested in Dubai on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish courts.
Mortgage rates show signs of falling after Iran war peak
Major lenders make rate reductions as markets take some heart from a possible truce in the Iran war.
Orbán's era was over in a flash and Hungary's next PM is a man in a hurry
Péter Magyar and his Tisza party are wasting no time preparing for the transfer of power after their dramatic landslide victory.
Clair Obscur takes top Bafta Games Award but misses out on clean sweep
The French role-playing game is crowned at another ceremony - but takes just a handful of awards home.
Japan comes up with new word for days hotter than 40C after blistering summer
The term - kokushobi - translates to "cruelly hot", "brutally hot" or "severely hot", and comes after Japan's hottest summer on record.
A moment of risk and opportunity: How two ceasefires could boost US-Iran talks
Some kind of diplomatic progress is now under way, but is it enough to prevent a return to war?
What people in power think the impact of the Iran war will be
I have been chatting with some of the world's most powerful people about the conflict and the economy. Here's what they said.
UK and France to lead defensive mission in Strait of Hormuz
Sir Keir Starmer has said further details of the plan will come after a meeting in London next week.
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.
Endangered British dishes - and the home cooks reviving them
Carrageen pudding and Staffordshire clangers might no longer be household staples, but some home chefs are bringing them back.
Starmer faces 'judgement day' and 'Breakthrough in the Strait'
Pressure is building on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer as Lord Mandelson's vetting dominates Saturday's papers.
My weekly juggling act - being a teacher to other children and a mum to my own
Many teachers say they struggle to balance the pressures of their job with the demands of being a parent.
Coachella campers are turning tents fancy - and not all Brits are happy
Campers are being judged for over-the-top tent set ups at this year's festival in California.
'Mums thank me for changing the narrative': How motherhood in rugby has evolved
Lark Atkin-Davies and Abbie Ward - two of four pregnant England Women's Rugby World Cup winners - discuss how motherhood in rugby is changing.
How Coventry earned Premier League return after 25 years
After a quarter of a century out of the Premier League, groundshares and administration, Frank Lampard has led Coventry City back to the top flight.
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.
AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work
The Science, Innovation and Technology Secretary this week unveiled a £500m fund to boost British AI firms.
Prisoners handcuffed and executed: The war crime charges against Australia's most-decorated soldier
Fresh court documents reveal details of the five murder charges against the Victoria Cross recipient.
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.
British man pleads guilty to conspiring to steal $8m in virtual currency
The Scottish 24-year-old admits defrauding at least a dozen companies and their employees across the US.
Fears over rogue parking by sunrise-chasers at national park after overnight ban
Authorities in Eryri want to crackdown on anti-social behaviour, but there are concerns people would park on local roads.
Nursery worker jailed over death of toddler restrained during nap time
Noah Sibanda died "alone, scared and in pain", his mother says.
'Embassy drone threat' closes Kensington Gardens
It comes after a group claimed to have targeted the Israeli Embassy in an online video post.
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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.
How Coventry earned Premier League return after 25 years
After a quarter of a century out of the Premier League, groundshares and administration, Frank Lampard has led Coventry City back to the top flight.
Bournemouth close to appointing Rose
Bournemouth are close to appointing Marco Rose as Andoni Iraola's replacement as head coach.
One of Arsenal's greatest unsung heroes - Keown's tribute to Manninger
Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown pays tribute to his old friend and former Gunners team-mate Alex Manninger, who has died at the age of 48.
Carrick leaves door open for Rashford return
Michael Carrick says there has been no decision made on the Manchester United future of Marcus Rashford, who has spent the season on loan at Barcelona.
O'Sullivan chasing eighth Crucible title aged 50
In 2001, Ronnie O'Sullivan won his first World Snooker Championship. Now, a quarter of a century later, the Rocket is aiming for a record-breaking eighth title.
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.
Mental stress led to anti-doping charge - Vondrousova
Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova is charged with refusing a doping test by the ITIA in an incident the Czech player said happened as she had "reached a breaking point after months of physical and mental stress".
Al-Noor centre: A lifeline for blind children in Gaza
Al-Noor is a UNRWA centre in Gaza providing education and support for visually impaired children.
New Jersey announces $150 transit tickets to reach the World Cup
Transit fares from New York to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey for World Cup matches will rise to $150.
Lebanese man removes Israeli flag from castle in southern Lebanon
A Lebanese man who returned to southern Lebanon removes the Israeli flag from Beaufort Castle (Qalaat al-Shaqif).
Trump thanks Gulf states for their ‘tremendous’ support
‘This will be a great and brilliant day for the world’ Donald Trump said as Iran fully opens the Strait of Hormuz.
UN aid chief warns of possible ‘full-scale famine’ in South Sudan
UN aid chief Tom Fletcher says that South Sudan is at risk of slipping into 'full-scale famine and collapse’.
Iran war live: Tehran says US blockade of ports must end as strait to open
Tens of thousands of people forcibly displaced by Israeli attacks on Lebanon use first day of ceasefire to return home.
Pressure mounts on Peru’s election authorities amid presidential race delay
The vote count continues to determine who will join conservative Keiko Fujimori in Peru's presidential run-off in June.
US judge blocks Justice Department bid to seize voter data in Rhode Island
Ruling is latest loss for Trump administration, which has sought access to state voter data ahead of the US midterms.
Trump seeks ‘resolution’ of his $10bn lawsuit against IRS, spurring concern
Critics warn that Trump could arrange his own settlement by negotiating with a US Justice Department under his control.
Iran rejects Trump claim on deal to surrender nuclear material stockpiles
Iran has rejected suggestions by Donald Trump that it has agreed to hand over its stockpile of enriched uranium.
Lebanon president says country is no longer a pawn amid Israel ceasefire
President Joseph Aoun promised to work to preserve Lebanon's sovereignty and freedom.
Starmer rejects calls to quit as pressure mounts over Mandelson vetting
Top Foreign Office official takes fall for fiasco and resigns; Starmer promises to deliver 'relevant facts' on Monday.
Will the ceasefire in Lebanon hold?
Lebanon and Israel are holding first direct talks in decades.
Displaced family reunited with grandfather in Lebanon’s Tyre
A grandfather was reunited with his son and grandchildren in Tyre, southern Lebanon.
World Cup 2026: FIFA chief Infantino defends pricing and tickets in US
Gianni Infantino responds to criticism for pricing of 2026 edition highlighting 'very special' US market as factor.
Why Marie-Louise Eta’s appointment should be the norm, not the exception
As the German coach makes history, experts believe her appointment should not be an exception in men’s football.
UN warns South Sudan at risk of ‘full-scale famine’ as fighting intensifies
UN aid chief Tom Fletcher says hunger is tightening its grip amid rising humanitarian needs and intensifying fighting.
US Congress extends controversial surveillance power under FISA for 10 days
The measure has long been criticised for allowing US intelligence agencies to collect citizen data without a warrant.
World reacts to Strait of Hormuz reopening amid US-Iran conflict
Politicians and industry welcome reopening of the vital waterway after throttling of traffic caused oil prices to spike.
US confirms transit fare spike to $150 for World Cup fans in New Jersey
Fares confirmed at nearly 12-time hike to get from Manhattan’s Penn Station to the Metlife Stadium in East Rutherford.
Scholar Rumeysa Ozturk returns to Turkiye following Trump deportation push
Ozturk says she made the decision to avoid 'losing more time to the state-imposed violence and hostility' under Trump.
Shipping firms seek clarifications before crossing Hormuz
Shipping companies said several things had to be clarified, including the presence of mines, Iranian conditions.
What has Trump said before possible US-Iran talks and what could it mean?
In rapid-fire posts, Trump says Iran will give up nuclear material and 'never close' Hormuz, but questions remain.
Fifteen South American people deported from the US arrive in DR Congo
The deportees from South America are the first to be sent to the DRC in a deal agreed between Washington and Kinshasa
Inside Kharg Island, Iran’s oil lifeline under threat
With the US blockading Iran’s ports, Kharg Island is in focus. How are civilians caught in the middle?
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'