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Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says
The PM tells the Commons that if he had known the peer failed security vetting he would not have been appointed.

Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement
The prime minister has been back in the Commons after it emerged the Labour peer failed vetting.

Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans
Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".

Attempted murder charge after car hit pedestrians
A 29-year-old woman is charged with attempted murder, GBH, dangerous driving and drink driving.

Spat at, threatened and kidnapped: British Jews tell of rising antisemitism
British Jews have described to BBC Panorama how they are experiencing a rise in antisemitism.

Amy Winehouse's dad loses court case over auction
Mitch Winehouse accused two friends of profiting from items sold at auctions in the United States.

'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve
Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.

Adoptive father 'sexually abused and smothered baby'
A man is on trial accused of murdering 13-month-old Preston Davey in Blackpool.

Outrage over Israeli soldier's vandalism of Jesus statue in Lebanon
The Israeli military says it views with "great severity" the actions of the soldier, as the US ambassador demands "swift" consequences.

Days of Our Lives and Starship Troopers actor Patrick Muldoon dies aged 57
The actor and producer also appeared in Melrose Place and Saved By the Bell.

Can Iran and the US find middle ground to make a deal?
The BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet is reporting from Tehran on condition that none of her material is used on the BBC's Persian Service. These restrictions apply to all international media organisations operating in Iran.

US releases video of forces seizing Iranian ship
The US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said.

Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.

Tehran will never cede control of Strait of Hormuz, senior Iranian politician tells BBC
Lyse Doucet speaks to Ebrahim Azizi, who says Iran "will decide the right of passage" through the crucial shipping route.

Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz?
Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?

'They told me he was dead': Children born near army base learn truth about UK soldier dads
A DNA and legal project has identified the fathers of 20 children born near a military base in Kenya.

Desmond Morris, whose book The Naked Ape inspired and scandalised, dies aged 98
Morris, who was also a surrealist painter and broadcaster, was best known for his 1967 book The Naked Ape.

Are insider traders making millions from Trump's announcements?
The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.

India has splurged billions on metro trains. But where are the commuters?
Without better last-mile connectivity and affordable fares, metro use is unlikely to improve quickly, say experts.

Frustration, apathy and hope: Birmingham divided as extraordinary election looms
Is the UK's second city about to see the biggest political shake-up in more than a decade?

Trump tariff refunds begin but consumers likely to miss out
Businesses can apply online through a portal for refunds expected to total $160bn.

Home Office blocks anti-Islam influencer from entering UK
Valentina Gomez, a US-based influencer, said she intended to travel to the UK to attend a rally next month.

Super-slim Welsh house sells for just £45,000
It's only 7.5m wide but the end of terrace in Rhondda Cynon Taf attracted lots of interest at auction.

Cashier stole from vulnerable customers to fund trips to Paris, Tuscany and Dubai
Facebook posts showed Kelly Kershaw skiing and sailing, as well as taking numerous trips abroad.

Elon Musk snubs interview summons by French prosecutors amid X probe
The Paris prosecutor's office told the BBC it had "taken note of the absence of the people summoned".

Police gunfight with favela gang traps 200 tourists on hilltop
The access route to Morro Dois Irmãos was blocked during the operation in Vidigal, leaving scores of alarmed sightseers stuck on the hill.

Victory slips away as marathon runner celebrates too soon
The dramatic end to the Delaware Marathon occurred when the lead runner slowed in celebration before a trailing marathoner sprinted toward the finish line .

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Is The Strait Of Hormuz Actually Open (Or Shut) Right Now?
Plus, the government digs in over the Mandelson vetting row.

Have the Democrats found a new strategy to scare Trump?
Why an oyster fisherman with a controversial past is splitting the Democrats

F1 makes changes to address new engine rules concerns
Formula 1 makes a series of rule changes to address concerns about the new engine regulations that were introduced for this season.

Rose agrees to succeed Iraola at Bournemouth
Marco Rose agrees to take over at Bournemouth when manager Andoni Iraola leaves at the end of the season.

'Worst I've seen' - Leicester face relegation again
BBC Sport takes a look at what Leicester City need in their seemingly doomed fight for Championship survival.

What to do about Rew? England's dilemma
James Rew's start to the season makes him a strong contender for an England call-up, but how would he fit into the Test team?

How money is talking as Fitzpatrick turns up volume
With reports that the LIV money taps may soon be turned off and Matt Fitzpatrick silencing the locals on the PGA Tour, Iain Carter analyses another tumultuous week in golf.

Al Jazeera

UAE reports dismantling of Iran-linked ‘terror’ cell
Arrests come after United Arab Emirates bore the brunt of Iranian attacks on Gulf neighbours.

Germany summons Russian ambassador citing ‘direct threats’
Berlin calls undefined threats 'an attempt to undermine support for Ukraine and test our unity'.

Woman charged in US with trafficking arms to Sudan for Iranian government
US accuses Iranian citizen of brokering arms deals, including for drones and ammunition, with Sudan Ministry of Defence.

‘Nothing left’: Hong Kong fire survivors return to burnt homes
Hong Kong fire survivors return to Wang Fuk Court five months after a blaze killed 168 people.

These are difficult times for the world, so what will Pakistan do?
The talks between the United States and Iran mediated by Pakistan have not failed. They do face significant challenges.

US launches tariff refund system as thousands of importers line up
More than 330,000 importers paid up to $166bn in tariffs on 53 million shipments ​of imported goods.

Lebanon, Israel to meet again Thursday for direct talks, US says
US confirms second round of negotiations between the two countries as the Israeli military annihilates Lebanese towns.

‘Everyone must calm down’, Macron urges as US-Iran talks near
French President Emmanuel Macron said that “everyone must calm down” and maintain the US-Israel-Iran-Lebanon ceasefire.

At least 21 killed as bus crashes into Kashmir gorge
The overcrowded bus skidded as it navigated a sharp curve in the mountainous region.

Ugandan and Congolese forces rescue 200 from ISIL-backed ADF
Soldiers rescued the civilian captives who were being held by the Allied Democratic Forces, a group linked with ISIL.

Iran expands limited internet access but restrictions remain for most
More Iranians being sold 'privilege' of limited internet access, but most remain in the dark.

Former Afghanistan cricketer Shapoor Zadran battles life-threatening disease
Former pace bowler Zadran is receiving treatment for HLH, a rare immune system disorder, at a hospital in India.

Palestinians not welcome as Israel marks Memorial Day
As Israel remembers its war dead, critics say it reinforces one-sided narrative of sacrifice that excludes Palestinians.

Lebanon Latest: Israel establishes ‘yellow line’ in south
Al Jazeera’s Zeina Khodr brings you the latest on the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.

Iranian FM spokesman says ceasefire ‘violated’ by US in shipment seizure
Iran is accusing the US of ‘ceasefire violations’, with Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Esmail Baghaei.

‘Israel never talked me into the war with Iran,’ Trump says
US president suggests attacking Iran was his own decision as war struggles to garner public support amid energy crisis.

Bulgaria’s former President Radev wins election: All you need to know
Former President Rumen Radev wins big in Bulgaria’s eighth election on an 'anti-corruption' ticket.

Cloud over US-Iran talks: What are the key sticking points?
Trump announces new talks with Iran as fragile Pakistan-brokered ceasefire raises stakes for future negotiations.

Powerful states are trying to sabotage decarbonisation of shipping
Pacific Island states cannot and will not allow key climate shipping agreement to be watered down.

Tight security in Islamabad as US-Iran talks set to go ahead
Security is on lockdown in Islamabad where preparations are being made for new US‑Iran talks.

India in ‘extremely high’ doping risk bracket: Athletics Integrity Unit
India ranked among the top two in athletics' most anti-doping rule violations between 2022 and 2025, AUI says.

What we know about the US capture of Iranian vessel near Hormuz
US releases video showing the capture of Iranian-flagged ship near Hormuz, Trump says it tried to breach its blockade.

Iran says it has ‘no plans’ for negotiations with the US
Iran says it has ‘no plans’ for negotiations with the US

Iraq’s ruling Shia bloc races to choose PM as US, Iran watch
Ismail Qaani's visit came at the request of PM al-Sudani amid internal divisions in the Shia parliamentary bloc.

Russia claims Ukraine-linked bomb plot foiled, German woman arrested
Russia's FSB accuses the woman, found with a bomb in her backpack, of taking part in a plot hatched by Ukraine.

Global Times

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

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