Challenge Starmer by Monday or I will, Labour MP tells cabinet
Catherine West tells the BBC if a leadership hopeful does not put themselves forward she will try to trigger a contest.
Is Starmer's leadership under serious threat?
Downing Street is trying to ignore the challenge from a former minister, but it has raised eyebrows around Westminster.
How Reform won votes from Swansea to Sunderland
Many voters have turned to Reform UK with devastating consequences for the main two parties, Labour and the Conservatives.
Tenerife medics poised for arrival of virus-hit cruise ship
BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from the port in Tenerife where the MV Hondius is soon to dock, after a deadly hantavirus outbreak.
Steve Rosenberg: This year's Victory Day parade in Moscow felt very different
The BBC's Russia editor reports from a Red Square with none of the military hardware which the Kremlin normally showcases to project power internationally.
Antisemitism 'a problem for all of us to fix', religious leaders say in letter
In recent months, there have been a string of attacks at synagogues and other Jewish sites.
Teachers in England to vote on striking over pay
The National Education Union says it will hold a formal ballot this autumn without "urgent action".
How the winner-takes-all voting system has turned on Labour and the Tories
The first-past-the-post system favoured Reform in this English local elections
Green gains see Labour lose control of Lewisham and Lambeth
The Greens become the largest party in two former Labour strongholds in south London.
SNP leader John Swinney rules out Holyrood talks with Reform UK
The nationalists secured 58 seats in their fifth consecutive election win, but that is short of an overall majority.
Plaid Cymru wants to run Welsh government on its own, leader says
Rhun ap Iorwerth said he will try to run a minority government after his party's Senedd election triumph.
Our relationship with food is messed up - let's sort it out, says Stanley Tucci
The new season of Tucci in Italy sees the actor travel the country finding out why there's a lot more to food than you might think.
Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
Adolescence, Amandaland and Traitors stars ready for Bafta TV Awards
Big names and rising stars will be honoured on the biggest night in the British TV calendar.
Lebanon says Israeli strikes killed 39
Israel and Hezbollah have continued to trade fire despite a ceasefire deal being announced last month.
The Papers: 'Plot to oust Starmer' and 'Gord help us all'
Sunday's papers lead on the fallout from the local elections and Gordon Brown's return to politics.
How could extreme weather affect World Cup 2026?
With almost a month to go until the start of the World Cup Simon King looks ahead to the weather's potential to disrupt the tournament this summer.
Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'
The Russian leader sees potential for Ukraine negotiations, but condemns the West's backing for President Zelensky.
Man arrested after car hit group in Nottinghamshire town
One person suffered life-threatening injuries and four others were hurt in the incident.
I will serve - not rule over Hungary, says new PM
Nearly a month ago Péter Magyar steered his Tisza party to a landslide victory, sweeping away 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán.
Warm weekend forecast before Arctic air brings cold spell next week
Colder conditions will dominate next week after a brief hit of warmer weather for some this weekend as Matt Taylor explains.
The car garage that became an unusual fashion house... for Kim Kardashian
A Kent bodyshop painted the striking orange breastplate she wore to the Met Gala after previously fixing its designers' car.
Farmer's shock as sheep gives birth to seven lambs - one shy of world record
While twins and triplets are common, seven lambs being born to one ewe is said to be "incredibly rare".
Boy, 8, showered with gifts after calming plane passenger with singing and football cards
Phoenix has been sent gifts from as far away as Germany after his actions prevented the flight being diverted.
'Bumpy' the orphaned baby hippo to be hand-reared at Kenyan sanctuary
The calf was just days old when it was found desperately nudging its dead mother at a lake last weekend.
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Electioncast: The winners and the losers
Labour suffers historic losses across UK elections.
Trump takes his revenge on disloyal Republicans
The US president targets his political enemies in Kentucky and Indiana
Fast-paced, witty and smart coming-of-age comedy
Two booksmart girls try to cram in four years of fun on the eve of their graduation.
An insight into the secretive 'matchstick men' painter
The secretive artist revealed as never before, with his voice lip-synced by Ian McKellen.
'The goals are coming' - is Doku keeping Man City in title race?
Jeremy Doku said last month that he needed to add more goals to his game to be considered one of the best wingers in the world, so is he part of that conversation now?
Dubois survives two knockdowns to dethrone Wardley
Daniel Dubois survives two knockdowns to dethrone Fabio Wardley in the 11th round of a thrilling heavyweight classic and become a two-time world champion.
Boos, no intensity and no identity - what is Slot's Liverpool?
More boos at Anfield highlight why Liverpool must change their style during a seismic summer for Arne Slot.
Hearts fans drunk on drama as intoxicating title race takes twist
Hearts' mentality monsters dig deep for a point in a frenetic game at Motherwell that sums up this Scottish Premiership title race for the ages.
Four-try Packer 'doesn't go away' as England set up Grand Slam decider
Four-try veteran flanker Marlie Packer "doesn't go away" as she eyes a fitting England finale in Bordeaux's Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider.
Lacking depth, little threat - Man Utd will not find replacing Casemiro easy
Manchester United have failed to win any of the four Premier League games Casemiro has failed to start this season, leaving Michael Carrick to ponder how to replace him when he leaves this summer.
Race for Europe: How it stands and remaining games
As the Premier League season nears its conclusion, who are favourites to secure a place in Europe next season, and how many English teams could qualify?
‘No Kings’ protest outside Buckingham Palace
British anti-royals have staged a ‘No Kings’ protest outside Buckingham Palace in London.
Satellite images show likely oil slick off Iran’s Kharg Island
Satellite images have captured a suspected oil slick spanning dozens of square kilometres near Iran’s Kharg Island.
Iran war live: IRGC warns US against attacks on ships; Israel bombs Lebanon
US-Iran ceasefire holds as Tehran warns Washington against attacks on tankers and Israel kills 24 people in Lebanon.
WHO chief says Hantavirus outbreak ‘is not COVID’
WHO chief says Hantavirus outbreak ‘is not COVID’
Brazil judge bars law that could reduce Bolsonaro’s 27-year prison sentence
Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes suspends use of law to reduce prison sentences, pending further review.
One killed in Gaza as Turkish FM talks peace efforts with Hamas official
Israel continues to violate a 'ceasefire' agreed to in October with hundreds more killed across the Strip.
For the first time, Putin says he’s open to meeting Zelensky outside Russia
Vladimir Putin changes tone, says for first time he will meet Zelenskyy in a third nation.
Palestinian family says settlers forced them to exhume father’s body
A Palestinian family in Jenin says Israeli settlers forced them to exhume their father hours after his funeral.
Three police officers killed in car bomb attack in northwest Pakistan
Bomber and several fighters detonate explosives-laden vehicle near security post in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Should we be worried about the hantavirus outbreak?
The incident has drawn comparisons to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Venezuela’s Delcy Rodriguez heads to The Hague for land dispute case
Trip to be first time Rodriguez has left Caribbean since Maduro abduction, will attend ICJ case on Guyana land dispute.
Israeli settlers force Palestinian family to exhume and rebury their father
UN condemns confrontation in occupied West Bank as 'appalling and emblematic of the dehumanisation of Palestinians'.
Missing Singaporeans Located Near Mt. Dukono Crater Rim
Indonesian authorities locate missing Singaporeans after Mount Dukono eruption.
Man City beat Brentford to close gap to Arsenal to two points in title race
Manchester City score three in the second half of their Premier League match against Brentford to maintain title hopes.
Tucker Carlson’s pivot
From MAGA loyalist to antiwar dissident - is Tucker Carlson’s pivot sincere or a savvy reinvention?
Syria and Lebanon make ‘significant progress’ at talks on joint interests
In Damascus, Lebanese prime minister and Syrian president discuss issues including security, transport and energy.
Parent company of Trump’s Truth Social site reports $400m loss this year
Losses driven largely by depreciation of cryptocurrency assets as prices of digital currencies tumble.
“Nowhere left to go”: Gaza residents return to rubble after Israeli strike
Al Jazeera’s Tareq Abu Azzoum reports from Al-Shati Refugee Camp after overnight Israeli airstrikes.
Israeli attacks across Lebanon kill at least 24
No letup in Israeli attacks despite a US-brokered ceasefire, with a new round of talks expected next week.
Péter Magyar Takes Office, Marking the Official End of the Orbán Era
Peter Magyar has officially been sworn in as Hungary’s new prime minister, almost a month after defeating Viktor Orban.
‘On level of atomic bomb’: Iran highlights Hormuz importance amid US talks
The strait represents 'a capability that can affect the entire global economy with a single decision', politician says.
Niger suspends nine French media bodies: Watchdog slams ‘abusive’ decision
Niger's military government has banned dozens of local and foreign reporters since seizing power in 2023.
Palestinians run West Bank freedom marathon along separation wall
Palestinians ran alongside the separation wall today, a structure that cuts them off from their land and their families.
One dead in US after being struck by taking off Frontier Airlines plane
Authorities say individual jumped fence at Denver International Airport in Colorado before being struck.
Israel to release two detained Gaza flotilla activists
Lawyer representing Saif Abu Keshek and Thiago Avila tells Al Jazeera they will be 'released to their home countries'.
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'