Billionaire West Ham co-owner accused of abusing his power and preying on women for sex
Women say David Sullivan told them they needed to have sex with him to feature in his newspapers.
Who is David Sullivan - football boss, 'king of porn' and alleged sexual predator?
The ex-West Ham boss has long boasted of sexual conquests, but is now accused of exploitative behaviour.
Sikh group calls for inquiry into Henry Nowak death
Dabinderjit Singh of the Sikh Federation has written to the government calling for an inquiry.
New drug to stop 'Ozempic butt' muscle loss
A third of the weight loss from obesity jabs can come from muscle, say experts.
Stokes and Atkinson investigated over nightclub incident
An incident at a nightclub involving England cricket captain Ben Stokes, pace bowler Gus Atkinson and a Saracens academy player is being investigated by the England and Wales Cricket Board and the Prem Rugby club.
Watch: Southern Lights timelapse filmed from space
This occurrence of aurora australis, or Southern Lights, was captured by NASA astronaut Jessica Meir.
Epstein victim says she had dinner at Andrew's palace apartment
Testimony to US Congress members is the first time a woman abused and trafficked by the late financier has publicly spoken of attending royal residences.
At least 35 dead after major earthquake strikes southern Philippines
The magnitude-7.8 quake triggered small tsunami waves in the Philippines, Indonesia and Japan.
Nottingham attacks inquiry revealed miscarriage of justice, victim's mother says
The bereaved families of the victims of Valdo Calocane speak at a press conference in London.
Christian Eriksen at home and 'doing well' after collapse
Christian Eriksen says he is "doing well" and is at home with his family following his collapse in Sunday's game against Ukraine.
Don't try to make James Bond woke, Idris Elba says
The British star also said some audiences would not accept a black male actor playing 007.
The top five-a-day foods your heart needs, according to new study
Not all fruit and veg is equal for getting nutrients called flavanols, say researchers.
Schoolchildren run from collapsing roof as ground shakes in Philippines quake
Pupils could be heard screaming as the earthquake struck the city of Digos, but the school said nobody was injured in the incident.
What the Dutch can teach us about tackling youth unemployment
The Netherlands has one of the world's lowest rates of 16 to 24-year-olds not in education, employment or training.
Trump denies promising 'no new wars' – but he campaigned on that
President Trump denies having promised 'no new wars'. BBC Verify has found multiple examples of him saying this during the 2024 US election campaign.
Iran's strike on Israel suggests the regime's sense of resilience is growing
Iran's decision to risk jeopardising peace talks may reflect how its leaders view their current position, writes BBC Persian editor Amir Azimi.
How Christian Eriksen's heart device kicked into action
Denmark's team doctor said an ICD implanted into the footballer's chest responded as it should after he collapsed on Sunday.
Friendship or leverage: Why is Xi Jinping in North Korea?
Beijing is trying to reassert influence over a strategically vital yet deeply unpredictable partner.
Recycling plant fire causes severe rail disruption
About 100 firefighters are tackling flames and rail services through the area have come to a halt.
Donaldson told police sex abuse allegations were 'unbelievable'
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has pleaded not guilty to 18 sex abuse charges and his wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, denies five charges related to aiding and abetting.
Starmer tells Apple and Google to ban nude images on children's phones
Firms will be expected to activate built-in features to stop children accessing sexually explicit images.
Jailed crypto founder Sam Bankman-Fried seeks Trump pardon
The former leader of crypto platform FTX, currently serving a 25-year sentence, on Monday officially applied to be pardoned.
Care worker who helped boss with child abuse jailed for 25 years
Malcolm Phillips, 93, is given an absolute discharge, while Linda Brunning is jailed for 25 years.
Ex-Olympian's wife 'feared he would kill her'
Curtis Robb, 54, is accused of repeated or continuous controlling and coercive behaviour.
Significant changes to new GSCEs in Wales likely after burnout concerns
The exams watchdog said it supported the decision to address concerns raised by teachers.
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Jess Phillips On The Explicit Image Ban For Children
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Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why did Trump walk out of his TV interview with Meet The Press?
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Billionaire West Ham co-owner accused of abusing his power and preying on women for sex
Women say David Sullivan told them they needed to have sex with him to feature in his newspapers.
Stokes & Atkinson investigated over nightclub incident
An incident at a nightclub involving England cricket captain Ben Stokes, pace bowler Gus Atkinson and a Saracens academy player is being investigated by the England and Wales Cricket Board and the Prem Rugby club.
Eriksen at home and 'doing well' after collapse
Christian Eriksen says he is "doing well" and is at home with his family following his collapse in Sunday's game against Ukraine.
Man City and Chelsea remain in talks over Maresca
Manchester City are continuing negotiations with Chelsea to appoint Enzo Maresca as their new manager.
Rashford 'dead cert to start for me' - Walcott
Former England winger Theo Walcott is "most psyched" about Marcus Rashford for the Three Lions at the World Cup.
Norway boss brands Scotland's Clarke 'unprofessional'
Steve Clarke is branded "unprofessional" by Norway counterpart Stale Solbakken after Scotland cancelled a training-ground friendly before the World Cup.
‘We basically lost’: Tel Aviv residents react after Israel-Iran strikes
Residents in Tel Aviv voiced mixed reactions after a day of missile exchanges between Israel and Iran.
Gaza cancer patient waits for a chance at life
A school director and novelist in Gaza needs urgent life-saving cancer surgery that she cannot access inside the Strip.
How significant is Xi Jinping’s visit to North Korea?
Beijing is Pyongyang's main political and economic backer.
France and Germany scrap fighter jet in hit to European defence cooperation
The termination of the plan comes as Washington increases pressure on Europe to become more militarily independent.
Will the FIFA World Cup be the economic bonanza US cities were promised?
Cities remain optimistic despite lagging hotel bookings and high ticket prices that might deter foreign travellers.
CCTV captures moment of deadly strike on Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine
CCTV footage captured the moment a missile struck Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, killing two people and injuring 23.
US congressman demands probe into Israel’s 1967 attack on USS Liberty
Thomas Massie suggests the deadly assault was not an accident and calls on the US government to honour its survivors.
Floods tear through homes and farmland in China’s Guizhou province
Drone footage shows entire neighbourhoods, roads and farmland submerged by floodwaters in China's southwestern Guizhou.
China’s Xi Jinping and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un meet in Pyongyang
Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met on Monday at a rare summit in Pyongyang.
Albanian PM Rama vows to push on with Kushner-linked luxury resort
Albanian Prime Minister Rama vowed to press ahead with a billion-dollar luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner.
Southern Philippines hit by 7.8-magnitude earthquake
Offshore quake rocks Mindanao, killing at least 35 and injuring more than 200.
NATO jets shoot down drone over Latvia, extending Ukraine spillover fears
The drone entered Latvian airspace due to 'Russian electronic warfare', the military says.
US imposes restrictions on 100 Nicaraguan officials after activist’s death
The death of Indigenous leader Brooklyn Rivera has prompted calls from UN experts for an independent investigation.
Moment Israeli helicopter fires missile on Gaza City target
Footage shows the moment an Israeli helicopter launched a missile at an unknown target in the Gaza City neighbourhood.
WHO chief lauds Uganda’s response to Ebola outbreak
Tedros said the country had responded promptly and capably, but called for it to reopen the border with DR Congo.
Airline profits plummet as US fuel costs nearly double
IATA forecasts $350bn airline fuel bill for 2026, with profits dipping to their weakest margin since the COVID-19 years.
UN watchdog, Western nations call on Iran to restart nuclear cooperation
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi urges Tehran to re-engage. US and E3 demand information on whereabouts of uranium.
FIFA World Cup: the politics and profits of the beautiful game
The World Cup has yet to start, but politics, war, and controversy are already competing with football.
Nuclear risks rise as powers expand and modernise arsenals: SIPRI study
Nuclear states walking away from disarmament commitments amid heightened escalation dangers, leading institute warns.
US judge strikes down Trump’s $100,000 H1-B visa fee
In a ruling on Monday, a federal judge said the fee was a tax that Trump did not have the authority to impose.
Race tied between left- and right-wing rivals in Peru’s presidential vote
The split illustrates deep political polarisation in the South American country.
Three rescued, one killed in Russian drone strike on Ukraine block
Three rescued, one killed in Russian drone strike on Ukraine block.
7.8 magnitude earthquake leaves dozens dead in the Philippines
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines off the island of Mindanao, killing at least 32.
How Lebanon became the breaking point for the Iran war ceasefire
Iran has switched from projecting power via its proxies to using its own firepower to protect them, analysts say.
‘Strategic doctrine’: Iran hails military shift after Beirut raid response
Iranians describe attacks on Israel as part of military approach prioritising 'taking initiative and offensive power'.
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'