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Some protests may need to stop, PM suggests, after calls for pause on pro-Palestinian marches
The PM tells the BBC he is concerned about the "cumulative" effect of marches on the Jewish community.

Winners, losers and a PM on the brink - what to expect in next week's elections
Believe it or not, Thursday’s local elections aren’t just about the PM’s fate - there’s plenty more at stake.

US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz
The decision to reduce the US deployment to Germany comes amid a row between the two allies over Iran.

Celebrity Traitors line-up announced - 21 famous faces set to enter castle
Miranda Hart, Maya Jama, and Eastenders legend Ross Kemp are among the stars who will go head-to-head in the second series of The Celebrity Traitors.

'I bought a baseball cap to hide my kippah': Jews observe first Shabbat after Golders Green attack
British Jews tell the BBC they are agonising over whether to stick to their usual routine this Sabbath.

These twins were born within minutes of each other - but have different dads
Lavinia and Michelle are the only case of twins with different fathers to be recorded in the UK.

Princess Charlotte beams in new 11th birthday portrait and video
Sharing the image on social media, Kensington Palace said: "Wishing Charlotte a very happy 11th birthday!'

My shopping addiction hijacked my life. Now I realise what caused it
Children's author Sally Gardner finally found an explanation for her extravagant shopping sprees after hearing a podcast.

Five tips to get you through exam season
Teachers and tutors share tips for students to get through exam season.

Meryl Streep's key condition for agreeing to star in Devil Wears Prada 2
The sequel's stars on what's changed since the original, and why the film still resonates with women.

Is this the real face of Anne Boleyn?
A computer science team believes they have discovered a previously unknown sketch of King Henry VIII's second wife - but not everyone is convinced.

Australia wants to become the first country to eliminate a cancer - can it?
For the first time, Australia has recorded no new cervical cancer diganoses in women under 25.

Peter Kay show to go ahead after bomb hoax arrest
A teenage man remains in custody and police say no items of a suspicious nature were found.

Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says
Four women and a child are among the dead, as fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire.

Chris Mason: PM seeks to draw contrast with critics within his party and beyond
In his interview with the Today Programme, Sir Keir Starmer addressed the whirlwind of recent events, from wars to rising antisemitism.

Ex-F1 driver and Paralympic champion Zanardi dies
Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at the age of 59.

Russell Crowe among Highlander stars bringing Hollywood buzz to Scotland
Henry Cavill, Karen Gillan and Russell Crowe are in Scotland filming a remake of the cult 1980s film.

Bermuda welcomes King Charles with boats, dancing and cake-cutting
Schoolchildren turn out to meet the monarch, with exotic birds and Bob Marley music all part of the welcome.

Who shot a Secret Service officer at the Trump press dinner?
Court papers do not explicitly accuse the suspect of shooting the officer, even as officials say it was not "friendly fire".

'If we sleep, they bite': Rats and weasels infest camps for displaced Gazans
In the Gaza Strip, the daily battles are now with rats, weasels, and other pests spreading diseases.

Police station car bomb accused appears in court
A 66 year old appears in court a week after a bomb exploded outside Dunmurry Police Station.

Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war
The president writes that hostilities "have terminated" because of the ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorisation.

Red squirrels 'close to extinction' in England
A petition set up by campaign group Save Our Reds, has attracted more than 75,000 signatures.

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The Week: The Price Of The Iran War
Could financial uncertainty from the Iran war stop a Starmer leadership challenge?

LIVE at Maida Vale studios… How popular is Donald Trump in the US?
And why isn't there more support for Democrats?

Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling star in an award-winning musical
An aspiring actress and a dedicated jazz musician fall in love in modern-day Los Angeles.

The remarkable life of Zanardi, a 21st century hero who inspired millions
Alex Zanardi was a 21st century hero - a man who inspired millions through his unquenchable spirit in the face of unbelievable adversity, writes Andrew Benson.

Al Jazeera

LIVE: Arsenal vs Fulham – Premier League
Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, ahead of our text commentary stream.

The United States of Conspiracy
Another assassination attempt on Donald Trump reveals mistrust in the media and conspiracy theories fill the gap.

The dark side of Gaza’s new fancy cafes and restaurants
The new establishments popping up in the devastated Strip reveal a new genocidal reality.

Mali probes soldiers suspected of involvement in military base attacks
Five army personnel, including three active-duty soldiers, identified as suspects in last week's coordinated attacks.

Israeli air strikes kill 10 people in southern Lebanon
Drones and planes hit several towns despite 'ceasefire' since April 17 as Hezbollah pledges to continue its attacks.

Flotilla activists return to Istanbul after Israel detains them at sea
Global Sumud Flotilla activists have arrived in Istanbul after Israel intercepted their Gaza-bound aid convoy at sea.

Rallies under way as workers gather for International Labour Day
Workers, activists and trade unions around the world marked May Day with rallies on Friday.

NATO assessing details of US troop withdrawal from Germany
US says it plans to pull about 5,000 troops out of Germany over next six to 12 months amid feud with European allies.

Trump says US Navy acting ‘like pirates’ to enforce Iran blockade
The US president says the ongoing naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is 'a very profitable business'.

Ex-Formula One driver turned Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies aged 59
Zanardi, who lost his legs in a racing crash, was credited with helping transform the perception of disability in Italy.

Japan’s Takaichi pledges deeper energy cooperation with Vietnam
Takaichi signs six agreements with Vietnam, including on technology, agriculture and space, during a trip to Hanoi.

Spirit Airlines begins ‘wind-down’, cancels all flights over fuel crisis
The collapse of the US-based budget carrier due to a doubling in jet fuel prices will cost thousands of jobs.

UK’s Starmer eyes banning some pro-Palestine protests
PM Keir Starmer says the phrase 'globalise the Intifada' should be 'completely off limits'.

Who Is Nayib Bukele? El Salvador’s ‘coolest dictator’
At 44, Bukele has built the world’s highest imprisonment rate and scrapped presidential term limits. What comes next?

China’s UN Envoy: Hormuz closure will dominate Trump-Xi talks
China's UN Ambassador Fu Cong says maintaining the ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz are “urgent” priorities.

Nepal celebrates return of stolen 13th-century Buddha statue from New York
The Himalayan nation restores centuries-old statue, stolen in the 1980s, to its original temple in capital Kathmandu.

Man Utd vs Liverpool: Premier League – preview, team news, start, lineups
Man United just need two points to secure qualification, while Liverpool can draw level with the Red Devils with a win.

China urges reversal of UNIFIL departure from Lebanon as conflict escalates
The UNIFIL mission has faced a growing number of casualties as Israel and Hezbollah continue to fight.

Iran war: What’s happening on day 64 as Trump rejects Tehran’s proposal
US President Donald Trump says the latest Iranian peace proposal includes demands he 'can’t agree to'.

Pistons and Raptors survive while LA Lakers progress in NBA playoffs
Pistons mount astounding comeback against Magic, Lakers finally see off Houston, Raptors set up decider against Cavs.

US embassy warns citizens in UK as threat level raised to ‘severe’
US embassy in UK has advised citizens to avoids schools, churches, tourist locations and vary their travel routes.

Trump says US forces are ‘like pirates’ taking Iranian oil
Donald Trump says US forces are ‘like pirates’ taking over Iranian ships and cargo near the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran war protester speaks to Al Jazeera from top of Washington bridge
A 45-year old man is occupying the top of Washington’s Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge to protest the war on Iran.

Havana slams new Trump sanctions as ‘collective punishment’ of Cuban people
The Cuban government has firmly rejected the recent sanctions levied by US President Donald Trump.

Peru probes trafficking of citizens to fight for Russia in Ukraine
Peru's public prosecutor says many of their citizens are victims of deception, lured by ⁠the promise of jobs.

Global Times

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

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

Never alone in times of crisis: HK and mainland stand in solidarity to aid rescue and relief in high-rise fire

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

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