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Personal decision for Starmer on whether to fight leadership contest, minister says
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy tells the BBC that the prime minister has "shown before that he's up for a fight" and she "wouldn't write [him] off".

The UK is churning through leaders. Is the country becoming harder to govern?
Discontent with the political class is greater than ever - has the UK become ungovernable?

Trump warns 'clock is ticking' for Iran as peace progress stalls
Iranian media reports the US has not made concrete concessions in response to Tehran's latest proposals.

How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo?
An outbreak in DR Congo has been declared a health emergency, with almost 250 suspected cases reported.

Scotland rugby great Scott Hastings dies at 61
One of Scotland's best and most loved rugby union players, Scott Hastings, has died at 61.

Eurovision winner Dara arrives to screaming fans in Bulgaria
The 27-year-old's tune Bangaranga won Bulgaria its first ever title in the song contest.

Swatch stores close for second day after rush for new watch sparks safety concerns
The launch of a new £335 pocket watch has drawn criticism after queues of shoppers built up again.

England see off spirited France to clinch Six Nations
England combine nerve and accuracy to overcome France and a raucous record crowd and clinch their eight successive Women's Six Nations title in Bordeaux.

London mayor warning over northern Olympic bid
The government has commissioned UK Sport to conduct an "initial strategic assessment" into a potential bid for the north of England to host the Olympics and Paralympics in the 2040s.

UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant
The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".

Saturday Night Live UK has (mostly) won over a sceptical crowd
Many predicted a transatlantic SNL would crash and burn - but as its run comes to a close, the consensus from fans and critics has been mostly positive.

'Look Mum, one point': How the UK keeps getting Eurovision wrong
After four years of flops, the BBC has to think hard about how it approaches Eurovision in 2027.

Secret police and propaganda: The Chinese agents spying on expats in US
Experts say two espionage cases in the US highlight China's attempts to peddle influence globally over the past decade.

'Half the month I want to live, the other I want to die': The hidden condition affecting 1m women
Women diagnosed with premenstrual dysphoric disorder discuss how it impacts their lives.

He paid £700 to skip the driving test queue. Now the system is changing
The government is cracking down on third parties who use bots to buy tests and resell them at inflated prices.

This new Irish trad band haven't released a record - but could be the next big thing
The all-female supergroup has sold out venues across the UK and Ireland, toured stadiums with Ed Sheeran, and built a global following - all without releasing a debut record.

Why international tourists are turning away from India's party capital
Foreign visitors to Goa have nearly halved from their pre-Covid peak even as domestic tourism is booming.

The British White Lotus? A group trip goes wrong in BBC drama Two Weeks in August
The cast of the new BBC drama say the series explores what happens when a ‘group holiday goes wrong’.

Large-scale Ukrainian drone attack kills three in Moscow region, says Russia
Ukraine's president says the strikes are a "justified" response to deadly Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities.

Lights, camera, Bangaranga: Highlights from Eurovision
Bulgarian singer Dara stormed to victory in the contest, while Ukraine broke the record for the longest note ever sung at Eurovision.

Forty-three arrests after £4.5m police operation to keep rival London protests apart
Serious clashes between Unite the Kingdom and pro-Palestinian protesters were avoided on Saturday.

Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight
Eight people were injured, four seriously, before passers-by gave chase and stopped the man.

Two police officers 'seriously injured' and 14 arrests during Celtic disorder
Riot police had to clear the streets after thousands of fans gathered in Glasgow to celebrate a fifth successive Scottish Premiership title.

Hezbollah drone strike videos show evolving tactics against Israel
BBC Verify has examined dozens of videos of fibre-optic drone attacks carried out by the Lebanese armed group.

Probe over claims royal police officers slept on duty
Officers protecting the Royal Family in Berkshire investigated over allegations of sleeping on duty.

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Wes Streeting and Andy Burnham have said they want the UK to rejoin the EU.

Why Democrats are panicking about losing California
Has America’s largest state become ungovernable?

A cross-cultural rom-com about an assisted marriage
Her best friend's journey into marriage, challenges Zoe's own attitude toward relationships

England 'go to the trenches' to silence doubters
England's had to "go to the trenches" during their Women's Six Nations title defence and "fronted up" to prove to their doubters wrong, says captain Meg Jones.

Fans fury as West Ham on brink of drop - how have they got here?
It was less than three years ago that West Ham were lifting a European trophy in Prague. But they are now on the verge of relegation from Premier League.

Osula stars as Newcastle increase West Ham's relegation worries
William Osula scores twice as Newcastle soundly defeat West Ham United 3-1, to leave Nuno Espirito Santo's side on the brink of relegation from the Premier League.

Sinner speeds into history by completing 'Golden Masters'
Jannik Sinner wins the Italian Open in Rome to become only the second man in history - and easily the youngest - to claim all nine ATP Masters titles.

How 'force of energy & positivity' Hastings left indelible mark on rugby
Scotland rugby legend Scott Hastings was a colossus on and off the field, writes Tom English.

Al Jazeera

‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues threat to Iran amid stalled talks
The US president has pressured Iran to concede to demands including dismantling nuclear programme and missile stocks.

Israel kills at least five in Lebanon after ‘ceasefire’ extended
At least five people have been killed in Israeli air attacks on several locations in southern and eastern Lebanon.

DRC struggling to contain Ebola outbreak as cases spread
The Democratic Republic of Congo has faced repeated Ebola outbreaks.

Will the latest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda spread further?
The World Health Organization declares the epidemic a global health emergency.

Mexican officials announce 10 dead in early-morning shooting in Tehuitzingo
Officials blamed the shooting on 'armed individuals', though no details were provided about attackers or their motives.

Israel kills three Palestinians in strike on an aid kitchen in Gaza
Israel bombed a kitchen that provided meals to the displaced in Gaza, killing three and injuring others.

Peruvian authorities confirm Fujimori and Sanchez advance to runoff
Candidates will face off on June 7 election after first round of voting marred by logistical errors, fraud allegations.

France listening to 10 ‘new’ suspected victims of Epstein: Prosecutor
French magistrates investigate possible offences involving French perpetrators who facilitated Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.

Sudanese army advances in Blue Nile state deepen displacement crisis
The Sudanese army has made advances in Blue Nile state, with renewed fighting forcing families into overcrowded camps

Italy’s leaders visit victims of Modena car-ramming, stabbing attacks
The attacks carried out by 31-year-old Salim El Khoudri appear related 'to a situation of psychiatric distress'.

Three community kitchen workers among eight killed by Israel in Gaza
Israeli attacks on Gaza have killed at least 871 Palestinians since the so-called ceasefire started last year.

Canadian FM: Is the US still a reliable ally?
Anita Anand discusses Donald Trump, NATO, Israel, China and Canada’s international role.

DRC faces deadly Ebola resurgence amid worsening humanitarian crisis
The new Ebola outbreak has been reported in the towns of Rwampara, Mongwalu, and Bunia in northeastern DRC

Iranian civilians get defence training
Defence training sessions on light weapons were held for Iranian men and women in mosques in several cities.

US college graduates face harsh job market amid economic uncertainty
Gov't funding cuts, war, tariffs and AI advancements intensify competition among recent graduates seeking stable jobs.

Taiwan not to give up ‘free way of life under pressure’: President
Lai says Taiwan will not provoke conflict with China, but will not forsake its dignity or democratic values.

What to know about Panama at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Panama are World Cup-bound for a second time in eight years, but in 2026, they're not there to just make up the numbers.

What to know about Georgia’s primary as Republicans set sights on Senate
Republicans hope to reclaim Ossoff's Senate seat after 2020 upset; Democrats will pick champion for governor's race.

Is Christian Zionism in the US on a decline?
Support for Israel among young American conservatives is weakening. That might not bode well for Christian Zionism.

Fabio Di Giannantonio wins shortened Catalan MotoGP after Marquez crash
Race marred by two red flags and multiple crashes, including a serious incident involving Alex Marquez and Pedro Acosta.

Drone strike sparks fire on perimeter of UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant
Authorities say radiation levels remain normal, operations not affected.

Son of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas elected to top Fatah body
Businessman Yasser Abbas, 64, secured a place on the central committee despite spending most of his time in Canada.

How will Izz al-Din al-Haddad assassination impact Hamas’s Gaza operations?
Israel's killing of Hamas's top commander Izz al-Din al-Haddad tests the Gaza ceasefire as the group pledges to adapt.

New wave of Israeli strikes pound Lebanon despite ceasefire
New wave of Israeli strikes pound Lebanon despite ceasefire

Pro-Palestine protest held at oldest colonial building in South Africa
To commemorate the Nakba, protesters in Cape Town staged a demonstration in solidarity with Palestinians.

Global Times

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

GT on the spot: Pudong as a microcosm of Shanghai's drive to build a trusted foreign-related legal system