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?
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.
'Look Mum, one point': Why does the UK keep getting Eurovision wrong?
After four years of flops, the BBC has to think hard about how it approaches Eurovision in 2027.
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.
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency
The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.
Saturday Night Live UK met a sceptical crowd - but has it won them over?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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’.
Probe over claims royal police officers slept on duty
Officers protecting the Royal Family in Berkshire investigated over allegations of sleeping on duty.
Labour leadership jostling puts Brexit back under political spotlight
The UK's relationship with the EU is shaping up as a key issue for a possible Labour leadership contest and the coming by-election in the Makerfield.
Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight
Eight people were injured, four seriously, before passers-by gave chase and stopped the man.
Bangaranga! Bulgaria wins Eurovision - but UK comes last
Bulgarian singer Dara is a surprise winner beating Israel in second place, while the UK's Look Mum No Computer gets just one point.
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.
Fuel theft couple caught after locals help track them down
Locals turned into amateur investigators to help police track down the fuel thieves in the seaside town.
Edinburgh Zoo's new baby sloth named after David Attenborough
Zookeepers at Edinburgh Zoo named the baby Atty to mark Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday.
I built my own prosthetic leg for swimming
Amputee Alex Young creates his second home-made limb after previously building a running blade.
Moment brazen thief steals entire Mini Egg chocolate display
Ashley Daley is jailed after a three-week shoplifting spree costing businesses £4,000.
Painting by Dame Judi Dench raises thousands for charity
The painting by Dame Judi Dench, patron of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre sells for almost £7,000.
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Q+A: Burnham Says He'd Save Labour, But Can He Win Makersfield?
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Why Democrats are panicking about losing California
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A cross-cultural rom-com about an assisted marriage
Her best friend's journey into marriage, challenges Zoe's own attitude toward relationships
'We share same ambition' - Alonso named Chelsea's third boss in year
Former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso is appointed as Chelsea manager - a day after their FA Cup final defeat by Manchester City.
McIlroy, Rose & Rahm in mix as US PGA set for thrilling finale
Thirty players are within five shots of surprise leader Alex Smalley as Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm make big moves in the third round of the US PGA Championship.
Rousey seals perfect ending with 15-second comeback win
Ronda Rousey rolls back the years as she submits Gina Carano with a trademark armbar inside 15 seconds of their much-anticipated comeback fight.
Israel comes second at Eurovision amid boycotts and backlash
Bulgaria won Eurovision, pushing Israel into second place amid boycotts and protests over Israel’s war on Gaza.
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC, Uganda a global emergency: What to know
DRC outbreak causes more than 80 deaths and spreads to neighbouring Uganda.
Republican Senator Cassidy loses Louisiana primary after opposing Trump
Bill Cassidy is among seven Republican senators who voted to convict Trump after the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
Javier Bardem says condemning the Gaza genocide has led to more work
Javier Bardem says condemning the Gaza genocide has led to more work
The strike that changed the geometry of war
Israel's attacks on Doha and Tehran demonstrate a new capability that may make warfare more unpredictable.
Two Nepali Sherpa climbers break own records on Mount Everest
Kami Rita Sherpa sets new record with 32nd summit as Lhakpa Sherpa breaks her own women's record with 11th summit.
Egyptian teen Amina Orfi beats El-Sherbini to win PSA world squash title
Orfi, 18, beats compatriot Nour El-Sherbini in a five-game thriller to win the PSA World Championship title in Giza.
How Arsenal or Man City can clinch Premier League title with two games left
Arsenal are two points ahead of City but have a slightly inferior goal difference as the season enters its final week.
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia kill at least five
Russian authorities say three people killed in the Moscow region and one in Belgorod in Ukrainian attacks.
Conor McGregor to fight Max Holloway in UFC return on July 11
MMA legend will compete for the first time in five years at UFC 329 in the United States.
Al Jazeera reports from Strait of Hormuz on Iran’s plan to manage shipping
Al Jazeera’s Tohid Asadi reports from the strait and explains Tehran’s newest plan to manage shipping.
Bulgaria wins Eurovision for first time; Israel comes second amid boycott
Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia stage biggest political boycott in Eurovision history over Gaza war.
Sardar Azmoun left out as Iran announce World Cup 2026 squad
Veteran striker Azmoun was not named in the 30-man squad, which will be trimmed to 26 by June 1.
Federal funding for Trump ballroom in trouble after Senate ruling
Republicans seek to allocate $1bn in public funds for Secret Service security upgrades linked to the plans.
Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager on four-year deal
Former Real Madrid coach replaces Liam Rosenior at the end of a difficult season for the Premier League club.
Modest fashion’s global turn
From Instagram to Paris catwalks, modest fashion is booming as the global Muslim market heads toward $433bn by 2028.
India’s Tata and Dutch giant ASML sign semiconductor deal during Modi visit
Prime Minister Modi says his talks with the Dutch PM also focused on expanding cooperation in defence and security.
Could a leadership change undo Israel’s international isolation?
Opposition leaders hope to end Israel's isolation, even as they retain policies towards Palestinians that led to it.
Iran war day 79: Tehran to unveil Hormuz toll plan; Israel bombs Lebanon
Iran says it will soon reveal the plan as Trump warns Tehran it will have a 'very bad time' if deal not reached soon.
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, Uganda a global health emergency
DR Congo accounts for all but two of the suspected cases, both of which were reported in neighbouring Uganda.
FIFA holds ‘positive’ talks with Iranian football officials on World Cup
FIFA offers solutions for each of Iran's concerns before games in US, Iran's football chief says.
‘Timmy’ the rescued humpback whale confirmed dead
‘Timmy’ the rescued humpback whale confirmed dead, found off Danish coast.
Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano fight: Rousey wins with a 17-second submission
Rousey won the fight with her signature armbar lock, forcing Carano to submit just 17 seconds into the bout.
Algeria’s USM Alger beat Egypt’s Zamalek to win CAF Cup
Algeria's USM Alger beat Egypt's Zamalek to win CAF Cup.
Activists troll far-right UK rally with giant pro-immigration clip
Led By Donkeys has snuck a big screen streaming pro-immigration messages into a far-right rally in the UK.
Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative
China schedules next moonshot this year: developer
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
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
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'