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Starmer says it's the 'end of my political journey' at his final Prime Minister's Questions
MPs on all sides of the House of Commons paid tribute to the departing PM, traded jokes and shared anecdotes.

Watch Starmer sign off final PMQs to standing ovation
The prime minister received applause and cheers from his party and other MPs after giving his final answer.

Iran threatens to block more trade routes as US launches fresh strikes
US President Donald Trump vowed to strike Iran's bridges and power plants next week if the country does not return to talks.

Man arrested over social media post threatening to shoot Farage
Met Police says a man in his 20s was held in south London this week on suspicion of sending threatening communications to an MP.

Three men who raped woman on Brighton beach jailed
The rapists carried out a "cynical, predatory and callous" attack, jurors were told.

Tourists warned of methanol poisoning risks in new campaign
Holidaymakers are urged to understand the dangers and symptoms of methanol poisoning.

UK's extreme weather is the new normal, Met Office says
The latest report on the UK's climate warns cold mountainous areas are also being lost.

After record heat, could the Atlantic make Britain's weather even more extreme?
As temperatures rise, scientists are investigating whether a changing Atlantic could bring more volatile weather to the UK

Seven Britons among those killed in Spain wildfires
Twelve of the 13 victims were foreign nationals, Spanish authorities said on Tuesday.

Midnight social media curfew proposed for UK teens aged 16 and 17 - but they can opt out
The government says it will improve teenagers' lives but campaigners call it a "missed opportunity".

Russian attacks kill eight as Ukraine hits Black Sea oil tankers
Civilian casualties are reported in four Ukrainian regions, while Kyiv hits 20 Russian vessels in the Black Sea.

England close in on immortality with biggest match since 1966
England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday - and BBC Sport's Phil McNulty explains why it is the Three Lions' biggest match since 1966.

Fan has huge £550 tattoo declaring England World Cup winners
Sean Carrington said if the Three Lions fail to bring the trophy home he will add the words "only joking".

Mates, mate and freedom - how Argentina got the best out of Messi
Guillem Balague examines how the Argentina squad is built around Lionel Messi as they prepare to play against England in the World Cup semi-finals.

I still feel pain of '98 but this can be different for England, says Shearer
England's defeat by Argentina at the 1998 World Cup still burns deep for Alan Shearer, but he explains why this team can take their chance to change their lives forever.

How will Buy Now Pay Later changes affect you?
Consumers should be better protected as Buy Now Pay Later lenders now require authorisation to operate.

Don't panic - five ways to stop your kids' endless scrolling
Parenting experts share their tips on how to keep children's screen time under control.

Trump retreat over Hormuz tolls suggests he is struggling to end Iran war
The abrupt about-face from the US president was the latest twist in a conflict that has now lasted more than four months.

I changed jobs 10 times in 10 years to get the career I wanted
The lily-padding trend sees young people repeatedly move jobs to try to advance in the workplace.

Hosepipe ban in force for millions of households - is your area affected?
More than eight million households have been placed under hosepipe bans - which has raised questions about how effectively water resources are being managed.

Reform UK proposes £100m 'round-the-clock' security plan for MPs
The policy was announced after police said party spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe was killed in a "targeted attack".

Mum who murdered son, 5, before his body was dumped in river wants conviction reviewed
Logan Mwangi, five, suffered 56 external injuries and catastrophic internal damage at the hands of Angharad Williamson.

Tommy Robinson says he 'got it wrong' over man he falsely accused of filming children
UK-born Quoroum Beg was actually filming an anti-immigration demonstration which had earlier forced him and his children to leave a Glasgow park.

Heatwave prompts Italy's delivery riders to strike for extra rights
Delivery riders in Milan, Bologna and Florence want to protect their health and their wages.

Vigil to be held after family found dead in house in Ballymena
Prayers have been said for the family during a church service in Ballymena on Wednesday morning.

Xbox workers stunned after jobs 'bloodbath'
The video game giant owned by Microsoft plans to let 3,200 workers go. Will it be a big reset or a system crash?

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The £10bn wasted on Covid PPE
How did the government waste £10 billion on Covid PPE?

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Mitch McConnell breaks his silence, will it stop the conspiracy theories?
A photo of the US senator has gone viral after he hadn’t been seen for weeks

England's biggest match since 1966 as Three Lions close in on immortality
England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday - and BBC Sport's Phil McNulty explains why it is the Three Lions' biggest match since 1966.

We shouldn't confuse politics and football - Scaloni
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni says he is "not going to mix" football and politics before his side's World Cup semi-final against England.

Portmarnock 'pretty close' to hosting first Open outside of UK
Chief executive Mark Darbon says the R&A is "getting pretty close" to bringing the Open Championship to Portmarnock Golf Club in Dublin.

What happened to David Batty, who shook off penalty miss against Argentina?
England midfielder David Batty quickly shook off his penalty miss against Argentina in 1998. As the two teams prepare to meet in the World Cup knockout stage again, BBC Sport asks: what happened to him?

Keane was Kane's England team-mate - this week they are on different paths
Will Keane and Harry Kane used to be team-mates for England Under-19s - but this week the former strike partners are on very different paths.

Stokes set for first game since England retirement
Former England captain Ben Stokes is set to play for Durham against Derbyshire in the One-Day Cup next week.

Al Jazeera

My Twitter, not X
As Twitter, then X, marks 20 years since its launch, a journalist journeys through revolutions and wars.

Legal challenge says Trump ICC sanctions tread on US citizens’ rights
Groups charge that sanctions against ICC, Palestinian rights organisations stifle freedom of speech and expression.

Iraq’s prime minister carries the title, but not the power
Al-Zaidi’s Washington visit exposed the pressure reshaping Baghdad’s politics, security and economy.

What DOGE saved, and what it cost
The US government project that slashed foreign aid died on July 4. AJLabs looks at the cost in lives around the world.

World Cup final Lamine Yamal: What to know about teenage Spain prodigy
One of the best players in the world, Spain's 19-year-old Lamine Yamal, is gearing up for his first World Cup final.

Far-right Israeli lawmaker raids Palestinian school and threatens shutdown
Israel’s education committee head stormed a school in Jerusalem, vowing to shut it down over Palestinian symbols.

Protest in Pakistan’s Kashmir stalls after nine killed in clashes
At least 28 people have been killed since protests began in June, as the region braces for a major protest march.

Spain’s Oscar-winning actor raises Palestine flag at World Cup match
Spain's Oscar-winning actor Javier Bardem had a message for Palestinians as he raised Palestine flag during World Cup.

US strikes marine control tower in Iran
US strikes marine control tower in Iran

As the US restarts war on Iran, is its weapons stockpile running low?
The US has expended a significant number of munitions since the war began in February.

Utah man arrested after allegedly targeting Muslim kiosk worker in stabbing
Rights groups condemn the attack and warn against recent anti-immigration rhetoric.

Will Lindsey Graham’s death affect Israel’s standing in Washington?
It might in the short term, but not in the long term.

Israeli air attack on Gaza apartment kills family of three
One child survives hit on Deir el-Balah home as Israel escalates attacks across territory despite October 'ceasefire'.

DRC Ebola cases surpass 2,000 as more health workers begin strike
Health workers in Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ituri province strike over unpaid wages as death toll rises to 754.

India-UK trade deal comes into effect: What’s cheaper in each country now?
The deal cuts tariffs on thousands of goods and widens access for services firms and ​professionals in both markets.

Why has Lindsey Graham’s sister inherited his Senate seat after his death?
The late senator's sister, the politically inexperienced Darline Graham Nordone, has inherited his office and powers.

‘Cycle of chaos’: Israel killing Gaza civil officials to derail its future
Israel's relentless Gaza attacks aim to sabotage the 'ceasefire' and ensure perpetual chaos, analysts warn.

Could the US take control of Iran’s southern islands?
Operation would be a dramatic military spectacle but would carry costs analysts doubt Washington is willing to incur.

What are the Israeli withdrawal ‘pilot zones’ in southern Lebanon?
What are the Israeli withdrawal ‘pilot zones’ in southern Lebanon?

Cody Bellinger stars at MLB All-Star game, wins MVP award
With his father - former big leaguer Clay Bellinger - in attendance, the New York Yankees player earned MVP honours.

Gibraltar border controls lifted: Is it part of Schengen, the UK – or both?
A new treaty signed by Britain and the EU includes the removal of border checks between Spain and Gibraltar. 

FIFA World Cup: England vs Argentina prediction, schedule, road to final
Spain booked its place in the World Cup final while England and Argentina prepare for the game at Atlanta stadium.

Crowds cross between Spain and Gibraltar following UK-EU treaty
A large crowd crossed between Spain and Gibraltar in the early hours of Wednesday morning, celebrating the UK-EU treaty.

World Cup: Djed Spence, England’s first Muslim player, lifts hopes
Britain swells with pride over the 25-year-old, the first Muslim to wear the England jersey at a FIFA World Cup.

Bangkok pub fire death toll rises to 32 with 15 in intensive care
Officials confirm two more deaths as 30 people remain in hospital, including 15 in intensive care units.

Global Times

China to introduce new train timetable from July 1, including high-speed train service between Beijing and Urumqi

Chinese expert criticizes Filipino FM's claim that Japan-Philippines delimitation 'nothing to do' with China, warns move serves ulterior purposes beyond bilateral talks

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

Chinese FM holds strategic dialogue with Russia's Shoigu; Wang warns the world 'faces risk of regressing to law of jungle'

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

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

ROK president arrives in Beijing with 200 business delegates, hails full restoration of bilateral ties 'the greatest achievement'

The Irish Taoiseach's visit to China in 14 years could be a 'touchstone' for China-EU relations: expert

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'