Mandelson's lawyers say he was arrested over 'baseless' claim he was a flight risk
The peer's lawyers say there is no truth in the suggestion he was planning to leave the UK.
Andrew 'rude and arrogant', minister says as MPs back release of trade role files
The former prince travelled the globe as the UK's trade representative between 2001 and 2011.
Russian soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders' orders
Four men expose the horror and brutality of conditions in the Ukraine war, with two saying they saw soldiers being shot for refusing orders.
BBC edited a second racial slur out of Bafta ceremony
The BBC's chief content officer Kate Phillips says a slur that aired was the result of a genuine error.
Man 'caused wife's death by controlling her', jury told
Christopher Trybus denies the manslaughter of his wife Tarryn Baird who took her own life in 2017.
GPs told to guarantee same-day appointments for urgent cases
New contract will require patients in England to be given immediate appointment if needed.
'I wanted to save her life' - the moment twin sisters learned they were identical
The surprise discovery meant Grace Leggett could not be a stem cell donor for her sister Caitlin.
UK temperatures expected to reach 18C after rainy start to 2026
How high will temperatures reach and how long will stay mild? Darren Bett has the details.
Nancy Guthrie's family offers $1m reward to bring home missing mother
Fighting back tears, the missing woman's NBC host daughter says they accept she may be dead.
Driver admits causing death of mother pushing pram
Rebecca Ableman was struck on the head by crane equipment dangling from a lorry, a court hears.
Phillipson defends student loan change and says average repayments will rise by £8 a month
Some graduates in England say "punishing" student loan repayments have led them to cut their hours at work.
Reform by-election activist suspended over posts
Adam Mitula, who has been campaigning ahead of the Gorton and Denton by-election, made the posts on X.
Ukraine remembers its dead as war enters a fifth year
Events were held across Ukraine to mark four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion.
'Anyone who runs is shot': Watch Russian soldiers describe killings of troops who refuse orders
The men, who are on the run, told of the horrors they witnessed on the Russian side of the front lines in Ukraine.
Bowen: Why Ukraine remains defiant and does not feel close to defeat
This month marks four gruelling years since the full‑scale invasion began and a genuine ceasefire still feels far from assured
Why it's going wrong for Aston Martin ahead of the new Formula 1 season
The combination of Adrian Newey, Honda and Fernando Alonso was highly promising but Aston Martin are in trouble. Andrew Benson explains why.
Rose Wylie: The 91-year-old art world rebel in her prime
The artist is the first female British painter to have a show in the main galleries of the Royal Academy.
MPs openly criticising Andrew reflects shift in tradition
In the Commons, MPs shared their personal experiences of meeting the former prince – all of them were resoundingly negative.
Trump to address a changed America at vital moment for his presidency
Few of Donald Trump’s speeches to Congress have had as much riding on them as the one on Tuesday night.
'Snoop Dogg performed private gig in our canteen'
The US rapper performed back to back classics, ahead of attending his first Swansea City game.
Man admits stealing Fabergé egg and watch worth £2m
Enzo Conticello stole a handbag, containing the items, in Soho, Southwark Crown Court hears.
BBL death investigation dropped after suspect dies
Mum-of-five Alice Webb died in 2024 after becoming unwell following cosmetic treatment.
Court backlog will continue to rise even with new reforms, Lammy says
The justice secretary says every crown court in England and Wales will be funded to hear as many cases as possible next year.
Government relaunches green payment scheme for farmers after sudden closures
Long-awaited detail of funding for environmental farming schemes is announced at the NFU conference.
Inaction on warrant a 'serious failure' before Nottingham attacks, says police chief
Valdo Calocane killed three people and seriously injured three others in Nottingham on 13 June 2023.
Mexico hunts 23 inmates sprung from jail during wave of violence
The prisoners escaped from a jail in Puerto Vallarta after armed men rammed one of the gates.
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Stunning Brook century leads England into T20 World Cup semis
Harry Brook's majestic century leads England into the T20 World Cup semi-finals with a two-wicket victory over Pakistan.
'It would be catastrophic' - are Spurs too big to go down?
Tottenham's heavy north London derby defeat against Arsenal on Sunday just confirmed what everyone already knew - Igor Tudor's team are in serious trouble. BBC Sport assesses their precarious situation, what relegation might bring and asks if they are too big to go down?
'Equal in decay' - Mayweather v Pacquiao is another boxing 'carnival'
Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao fight in September in a rematch of their 2015 blockbuster, but with both men nearning 50 years old, is it a fight that can deliver?
Why Champions League return is crucial to Man Utd
Up to fourth in the Premier League after Monday's win at Everton, Champions League qualification would be a big boost to Manchester United's finances after two years outside Europe's elite club competition.
Warner Bros gets new offer from Paramount but still recommends Netflix bid
If Warner’s board changes course and deems Paramount’s latest offer superior, Netflix will be able to revise its bid.
Yemen’s ‘Mogadishu’: Somali refugees face poverty, instability in Aden
Generations of refugees in Aden endure poverty, lack identity, and cling to fading memories of Somalia's distant shores.
Ex-UK ambassador Peter Mandelson arrested over alleged Epstein links
Ex-UK ambassador to the US Peter Mandelson was arrested for alleged misconduct tied to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Familiar moments mark four years of Russia’s war on Ukraine
Shows of solidarity and moments of mourning marked yet another anniversary of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Indonesia mosque gives out 3,800 free meals every night of Ramadan
The Jogokariyan Mosque in Indonesia distributes thousands of free meals each night of Ramadan.
Israel’s opposition leader voices support for ‘broad’ Middle East expansion
Yair Lapid says expansionist view for Israel taking over the Middle East is based on Zionist and biblical foundations.
England beat Pakistan by two wickets to enter T20 World Cup semifinals
Brook's century guides England home in chase of 165 with Pakistan staring at the prospect of a tournament exit.
US re-asserts 2025 strikes ‘obliterated’ Iran’s nuclear programme
The White House comment comes after a senior Trump aide said Iran is a week away from having material for nuclear bomb.
How Epstein tried to buy a Moroccan palace months before his death
As US federal charges loomed for Epstein, newly released documents show offshore structuring, rejected bank transfers.
Iran’s government stresses ‘red lines’ as students protest in universities
Some protesting students have already been suspended, and the office of the prosecutor general is now overseeing cases.
Real Madrid vs Benfica: Champions League – team news, start, lineups
Benfica look to overturn one-goal deficit after first leg marred by allegations of racist abuse against Vinicius Jr.
Lebanon’s army tells soldiers to act after post comes under Israeli fire
Israeli attack carried out near Lebanese observation post being constructed in the Marjayoun area, Lebanese army says.
Three myths about the Russia economic war
Has Moscow really overcome the sanctions regime? It is time to talk facts, not fiction.
The killing of Mexican drug lord El Mencho: How it unfolded
A major cartel boss is dead. How did Mexican forces locate and kill El Mencho, the country’s most notorious drug lord?
What people in India are saying about Modi’s Israel visit
‘We should not support a country that is committing genocide.’
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UN delegates walk out during Russian ambassador’s speech
Dozens of delegates walked out of Russian ambassador Gennady Gatilov’s speech to the UN conference on disarmament.
Iran cannot defeat US military might, but it can still win
Capitulation in the form of a deal will not stave off US aggression. Defiance through regional alliances could.
Epstein files: The arrests and the resignations
Al Jazeera breaks down all the arrests and resignations since the second part of the Epstein files were made public.
Palestinians in Gaza endure flooded tents during Ramadan
Thousands of tents have been flooded across Gaza during the first winter storm since Ramadan began.
‘We asked UK gov’t to declare what’s happening in Gaza as a genocide’
Irish children’s author Chris Haughton warns that silencing authors on Gaza threatens free expression.
Egyptian drama sparks outrage in Israel over Gaza war portrayal
Egyptian series ‘People of the Land’ has stirred backlash from Israelis over its retelling of Israel’s crimes in Gaza.
Epstein files fallout: Muted US response vs political reckoning in Europe
The newly released Epstein files have triggered political fallout in the UK and parts of Europe, but far less in the US.
Video: Ukraine’s Zelenskyy receives standing ovation from EU Parliament
Politicians at the European Parliament gave Ukrainian president Zelenskyy a standing ovation.
Young Palestinian artists turn Gaza’s ruins into art
Young Palestinian artists in Gaza are turning the city’s ruins into a canvas through ‘Breathe and Paint’.
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'
Chinese Vice Premier, FM hold talks with Norwegian FM
Cooperating with China means walking with opportunities: S.African entrepreneur and brand ambassador
Investigative report on 'Taiwan independence' separatist Shen Pao-yang released
China successfully launches Shenzhou-21 crewed spacecraft, carrying civilian taikonaut, 'space mice'
PLA Southern Theater Command, CCG step up law enforcement around China's Huangyan Dao
Japan, South Korea leaders meet in Gyeongju; avoid sensitive historical issues
Most desired vision of GGI is a future of fairness: Chinese FM
China ready to tap potential of economic and trade cooperation with Singapore: Premier
Mourners from all walks of life pay final tribute to late Nobel laureate Chen Ning Yang