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UK looking at 'any options' to secure key oil route through Strait of Hormuz
The energy secretary also hinted at the possibility of sending minesweeping drones to the region.

Two students die in university meningitis outbreak
Around 11 University of Kent students are also seriously ill in hospital, the BBC understands.

Police investigate 'death to the IDF' chants led by Bobby Vylan at rally
Around 1,000 officers managed protesters and counter-protesters on opposite sides of the River Thames.

Iran captain latest footballer to drop asylum bid, Iranian state media says
Five of the seven members of the women's football delegation who originally sought to stay in Australia have now chosen to return home.

William shares unseen photo of Princess Diana for Mother's Day
The Prince of Wales captioned the previously unseen photo: "remembering my mother, today and every day".

What to expect and who will win
Sinners, One Battle After Another and Hamnet will all be vying for Hollywood's highest honour on Sunday.

How to watch awards-tipped films
Hamnet, Avatar and Marty Supreme will face One Battle After Another as the awards race heats up.

Nominees list in full
This year's list of Oscar nominees includes One Battle After Another, Sinners and Hamnet.

Sculpting jaws, giving scores: Inside the world of looksmaxxing
Growing numbers of young men are going to great lengths to achieve what they see as the perfect face.

An eccentric new friend entered her life. Then things took a strange, expensive turn
What began as a dog-sitting favour ended with boutique owner Bridget Hutchcroft being owed more than £1.6m.

How Iranians are evading internet blocks to contact family abroad
Iranians are finding tech-savvy ways to get through the regime's restrictions on phone and internet connections.

My letter to my dead daughter - after forgiving the man who killed her
The mother of Ann Grosmaire, 19, who was shot dead by her boyfriend, explains why she chose restorative justice.

The women bringing chess into the 21st Century with 'bullet' matches and viral videos
Women content creators are helping chess shake its image as an "old man's game" and bring it into the digital age.

Zelensky accuses EU allies of 'blackmail' in oil pipeline row
Volodymyr Zelensky says restoring the flow of Russian oil via Ukraine into the EU would be like lifting sanctions on Russia.

We will intervene on energy bills if necessary, says Miliband
Oil and gas prices have surged due to the US-Israel war in Iran, with fears over the cost of living.

Police share details of tattoos as they trace man found dead in bin
Police issue a description of his distinctive tattoos as their efforts to identify him continue.

French police detain brothers over 'lethal and antisemitic' plot
A loaded gun, hydrochloric acid and an Islamic State flag were found in their car, prosecutors say.

Kimi Antonelli wins his first Formula 1 race at Chinese Grand Prix
Kimi Antonelli takes his first Formula 1 victory in leading team-mate George Russell to a Mercedes one-two in the Chinese Grand Prix.

Israeli forces kill Palestinian couple and two of their children in occupied West Bank
Mohammed, aged five, and Othman, aged seven, were killed alongside their parents, the Palestinian health ministry says.

UK must build own nuclear missiles to end reliance on US, say Lib Dems
Sir Ed Davey is calling on the government to start work on a "fully independent British nuclear deterrent".

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Will Starmer Help Trump In The War?
Trump wants help to secure the Strait of Hormuz but will the UK join him?

Is Cuba Trump’s next target after Iran?
The US president threatens Cuba with a “friendly takeover”

'Best racing ever' or 'a joke'? The row over the new F1
Have F1's new rules produced a "battery world championship" or "the best racing ever"? Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso sum up the paradox at the heart of the sport.

Rooney calls for Carrick to get permanent Man Utd job
Wayne Rooney calls on Manchester United to give Michael Carrick the manager's job after boosting their hopes of Champions League qualification.

Serial winners Chelsea block out noise to triumph again
No matter what form Chelsea are in, winning trophies feels inevitable - and they did it again in the Women's League Cup.

Have Old Firm wrested title momentum away from Hearts?
After wins for Celtic and Rangers and a defeat for leaders Hearts, what next in the captivating Scottish Premiership title race?

Al Jazeera

Two brothers survive after Israeli troops kill family in occupied West Bank
Two Palestinian brothers are the only survivors after Israeli troops killed their parents and two siblings in Tammun.

Different parties ‘on the rise’ within the anti-Netanyahu right
Political analyst Dahlia Scheindlin explains why Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's popularity is fluctuating.

US Senator Van Hollen: Trump ‘has no idea where this war is going’
Democratic US Senator Chris Van Hollen argues that US-Israel war on Iran ‘is making America and our allies less safe'.

Video shows dozens of migrants being rescued in the Mediterranean Sea
More than 120 migrants, including at least 20 minors, were rescued in the central Mediterranean over the past 48 hours.

Jan Egeland: Millions displaced as Middle East conflicts deepen
The NRC chief warns millions are fleeing and aid systems are being pushed beyond the breaking point.

Why is NYC’s Mamdani facing criticism over response to attacks on wife?
Mayor's wife criticised for past work related to Palestine, while Mamdani's response rebuked by some supporters.

Manchester United beat Aston Villa 3-1 to tighten hold on third place
Bruno Fernandes reaches 100 assists in all competitions after setting up two goals in crucial 3-1 win over Villa.

Jamal Rayyan, the first face of Al Jazeera, dies at 73
The Palestinian presenter delivered the network's first-ever bulletin when it went on air in 1996.

Strategic oil release may calm markets but cannot fix Hormuz disruption
Record oil release steadies markets, but war-driven disruption in the Strait of Hormuz keeps energy supplies uncertain.

Trump calls for naval coalition to open Strait of Hormuz: Can it work?
Analysts say US president's solution to secure the strait is fraught with problems.

Moment Iranian missile hits Tel Aviv
CCTV footage released by Israeli police shows the moment an Iranian missile struck a street in Tel Aviv.

Spain vs Argentina ‘Finalissima’ match in Qatar cancelled because of war
Fixture, part of Qatar Football Festival, cancelled after alternative dates and venues could not be agreed, UEFA says.

Captain of Iran’s women’s team withdraws Australia asylum bid: State media
Zahra Ghanbari is fifth football player to withdraw her request after seven squad members sought asylum in Australia.

What do the first two weeks of the war on Iran portend for the future?
New, critical dynamics are emerging in the region that could reshape it in dramatic ways.

Keisuke Honda loses US advertising deal over Iran support at World Cup
Japanese football legend says his opinion prompts US company to cancel advertising campaign before FIFA World Cup.

France offers to broker Lebanon-Israel talks: What do we know?
Diplomatic efforts come amid threat of an Israeli ground invasion in southern Lebanon and sustained air raids.

ICC judge says US sanctions left her without bank cards and Google accounts
An ICC judge says sanctions imposed by the Trump administration are punishing her for carrying out her judicial duties.

How Trump’s unchecked power has changed the world
Diplomatic norms, law and institutions have proven no hindrance to the US president. Can he really do anything he wants?

‘We killed dogs’: Israeli troops kill two children, parents in West Bank
Each person shot in the head in the village of Tammun, while two other children of the deceased couple sustain injuries.

Oscars 2026: Nominees, predictions, start time and how to watch
The 98th Academy Awards will take place at the Dolby Theatre, with the ceremony set to start at 23:00 GMT.

Iranian govt reveals scale of civilian casualties from US-Israeli strikes
Govt spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani says US-Israeli strikes have damaged more than 42,000 civilian sites across Iran.

Iran claims US and Israel using copycat ‘Lucas’ drones to frame it
Iran claims US and Israel using copycat 'Lucas' drones to frame it for regional attacks.

Israeli attacks kill 4 people in Lebanon as deadly strikes continue
Lebanese media and authorities report deadly attacks as efforts continue to find a diplomatic solution to the conflict.

Manchester United vs Aston Villa 3-1: Premier League – as it happened
All the football updates as Casemiro, Cunha and Sesko score to give United crucial 3-1 win over Villa at Old Trafford.

Thousands in Paris protest military actions in Iran, Lebanon and Palestine
Thousands in Paris protest military operations in the Middle East. One of more than 85 protests across France.

Global Times

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

Civic groups in Taiwan protest Lai's arms push, oppose being dragged toward battlefield

Never alone in times of crisis: HK and mainland stand in solidarity to aid rescue and relief in high-rise fire

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

Chinese Vice Premier, FM hold talks with Norwegian FM

As long as we talk in a way others can understand, a friendship that crosses mountains and oceans will grow: Zambian vlogger and actor

Cooperating with China means walking with opportunities: S.African entrepreneur and brand ambassador

Ministry of Education issues measures to reduce non-teaching workload on primary and secondary school teachers