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Foreign Office to review Mandelson's US ambassador pay-off
No 10 sources have called for Mandelson to return the money or give it to a charity that supports victims.

Don't drop PM over Mandelson, minister urges Labour MPs
Pat McFadden says Sir Keir Starmer made a mistake - but ditching him would destabilise the country.

My car was stolen. Here are six important things I learned
Keyless thefts are on the rise and car crime is increasingly organised and high-tech.

Dozens of flood warnings in England after days of non-stop rain
Rain has fallen in south-west England and south Wales every day of 2026 so far, the Met Office said.

US news anchor Savannah Guthrie says 'we will pay' in plea for mother's return
"We received your message," the US news anchor says in the latest video plea for the return of her mother Nancy Guthrie, 84, who is believed to be abducted.

Russia names three suspects over shooting of general
The suspects include the alleged gunman, Lyubomir Korba, whom Russia says fled to the UAE after the attack.

Vonn crashes in downhill as Johnson wins gold
American skier Lindsey Vonn crashed in the women's downhill competition at the Winter Olympics as compatriot Breezy Johnson won an emotional gold in Cortina.

Team GB cannot wear new skeleton helmets after they were ruled wrong shape
The British skeleton team - among Team GB's best hopes for medals at the Winter Olympics - will not be able to wear their new helmets after the Court of Arbitration for Sport said they do not comply with the sport's rules around shape.

GB's medal hope Brookes starts campaign - Sunday's guide
What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

Fried chicken is booming in Britain - and fish and chips is losing out
Crunch by crunch, US-style fried chicken shops are on the rise on British High Streets, fuelled by an internet craze.

Famous but deadly kite flying festival returns after 19-year ban
After injuries and fatalities caused by sharp strings, falls and celebratory gunfire, an event that dates back centuries returns.

Why Prince William's Saudi Arabia visit is a diplomatic maze
The Prince of Wales has been on many official visits - but few places are as sensitive or controversial as Saudi Arabia.

Super Bowl countdown almost over as Bad Bunny prepares for historic show
After a week of frenzied build-up in the San Francisco Bay Area, Super Bowl 60 - America's biggest game - takes place on Sunday night.

No big names. No big budget. But Heated Rivalry is a big hit
The made-on-a-shoe-string, Canadian-produced series is taking the world by storm.

Japan's governing party projected to win snap election majority
A coalition led by current Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to clinch a decisive win, according to media projections after polls closed.

ICE protester says she was 'disgusted' after fake arrest image shared by White House
The White House posted an edited image of Nekima Levy Armstrong after she was arrested for organising a protest in a church.

Hillsborough parents in 'last battle' to correct official records for daughters
Jenni and Trevor Hicks are leading a new campaign to correct official court records from the 1990s.

Husband reported wife missing, then her body was found in wedding dress bag
When the body of an unknown woman is found in a suitcase, forensics step in to solve the mystery.

I turned myself into an AI-generated deathbot - here's what I found
A Cardiff University researcher recreated her own voice using a deathbot - but found it strange.

Best pals 'living dream' in boyband December 10
Danny Bretherton and Josh Olliver, 17, were handpicked by Simon Cowell to join the new boyband.

What happened to the baby born in an army truck in the 1996 big snow?
The Roper family will never forget the heaviest February snowfall on record in south-west Scotland.

Chappell Roan collaborates with Fortnite one year after Radio 1 plea
The US pop star has been announced as the latest icon for the video game's next festival season.

Art venue's flamboyant toilets win national award
The Sherborne in Dorset is honoured at the 2025 Loo of the Year Awards.

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The week: the King, the prime minister and the Epstein files
Continuing revelations from the Epstein Files create challenges for both the Royal Family and the government.

Children in Care: How to Fix the Fostering Crisis
Foster carer Louise Allen says the problem isn’t the children, it’s the system.

Michael B. Jordan leads in a powerful story of justice and redemption
Based on the true story of a lawyer who fights to free wrongly convicted men on death row

A timeless love story with Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams
In the run-up to WWII, a young couple's relationship falls foul of class prejudice.

England deny Nepal in final-ball thriller at World Cup
England fight from the brink to avoid a major shock and beat an inspired Nepal by four runs in their opening match of the T20 World Cup in Mumbai.

Vonn crashes in downhill as Johnson wins gold
American skier Lindsey Vonn crashed in the women's downhill competition at the Winter Olympics as compatriot Breezy Johnson won an emotional gold in Cortina.

Vonn crashes out of Winter Olympics downhill
American skier Lindsey Vonn crashes in the women's downhill competition at the Winter Olympics, nine days after rupturing her left anterior cruciate ligament.

Al Jazeera

India and Malaysia pledge to bolster trade, defence collaborations
Both countries emphasize comprehensive partnerships spanning semiconductors, defence, healthcare and food security.

From blackouts to food shortages: How US blockade is crippling life in Cuba
US pressure pushes island nation's 11 million people to the brink as Cuba imposes emergency measures amid fuel crisis.

Lindsey Vonn ⁠crashes out; Breezy Johnson wins downhill at Winter Olympics
Skiing icon Vonn cried in anguish and pain after her awful fall high up the course days after sustaining an ACL injury.

Video: Israel returns unidentified Palestinian bodies to Gaza
Israel has returned the bodies of dozens of Palestinians to Gaza, without providing any information on who they are.

Protests against ICE and Israel at Winter Olympics in Milan
Protests erupted in Italy against the Winter Olympics to condemn Israel’s participation and the presence of ICE agents.

Russia says second suspect in general’s shooting arrested in Dubai
Lyubomir Korba is extradited from the UAE, where he fled hours after Friday's attack, Russia's FSB says.

Afghanistan lose to New Zealand in T20 World Cup opener
Tim Seifert and Glenn ‍Phillips rally in the middle order to help New Zealand overcome Afghanistan in Chennai, India.

Hamas leader rejects disarmament while Israeli occupation of Gaza continues
Meshaal describes discussion around Hamas handing over weapons as continuation of a policy to neutralise resistance.

Hope and scepticism as Yemen’s Saudi-backed gov’t announces a new cabinet
Saudi-backed government announces new 35-member cabinet as it is set to govern a divided nation racked by years of war.

Head of Hamas abroad says ‘resistance is a right’ for occupied people
Khaled Meshaal, the head of Hamas abroad, has spoken at the Al Jazeera Forum on the rights of Palestinians to resist.

Week in Pictures: From Israeli air raids on Lebanon to bombing in Pakistan
A global roundup of some of last week’s events.

Pro-Palestine groups to protest Israeli president’s visit to Australia
Isaac Herzog to commemorate Bondi Beach mass shooting victims, but activists say he shouldn't escape scrutiny over Gaza.

Portugal votes in first presidential run-off in 40 years
The far right's score will be watched closely, with the vote being held as heavy storms continue to lash the country.

Japan election results live: Takaichi’s coalition poised to secure majority
The PM's LDP set to win 274 to 328 of the 465 seats in Japan's lower house, according to exit polls.

Families ‘inconsolable’ in Gaza as Israel returns more unidentified bodies
Palestinian medics say several of the 54 bodies were found to be mutilated and showed extensive signs of abuse.

Somalia is the missing pillar of Red Sea and Gulf of Aden stability
Somalia’s stability is essential to securing global trade corridors and regional security.

Washington Post CEO resigns after sweeping layoffs
Will Lewis acknowledges 'difficult decisions' made during his rocky, two-year tenure.

Saudi Arabia denounces ‘foreign interference’ in Sudan after RSF attacks
Riyadh condemns RSF attacks in Kordofan, blames foreign fighters and weapons for fuelling Sudan's three-year conflict.

Iran-US talks in Muscat bought time, not a deal
The negotiations reopened diplomacy, but mistrust and military pressure raise the question of how much time remains.

LIVE: Nepal vs England – T20 World Cup 2026
All our updates as England beat Nepal by 4 runs at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Israel is killing far more civilians than fighters in Gaza
The Palestinian civilian death toll in Gaza is far worse than Netanyahu claims.

Dear Tomorrow: Inside Japan’s loneliness crisis
Struggling with loneliness, people in Japan use an online chat service for mental health support and social connection.

Timeline of past Bangladesh elections and the country’s leaders
Ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was the longest-ruling leader in the country's history.

Somalia’s Mohamud slams Israel’s ‘interference’, rejects base on Somaliland
Somali president promises to confront Israeli military presence amid reports of base plan in breakaway Somaliland.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,445
These are the key developments from day 1,445 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Global Times

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

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

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

Royal troubles

Japan, South Korea leaders meet in Gyeongju; avoid sensitive historical issues

New Japan PM to face 'big test' as US president arrives for first visit in six years; defense, trade could be thorny issues: expert

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

Jilin-1 releases high-resolution satellite images of Taiwan island, showcasing mainland's tech capacities and warning 'Taiwan independence' separatists: expert

Mourners from all walks of life pay final tribute to late Nobel laureate Chen Ning Yang

China ratifies Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration