Women who died in sea off Brighton were sisters
Paying tribute, their father says "no words can truly describe the pain of losing three daughters".
Fuel duty freeze extended until the end of the year
Fuel duty was initially cut by 5p in March 2022, under the Conservative government.
Supermarkets hit back over pressure to cap price of milk, bread and eggs
A minister confirms talks have taken place but says there will be no mandatory cap on essential food prices.
Channel 4 boss 'deeply sorry' over MAFS UK rape allegations
Priya Dogra says a Panorama which included allegations from former cast members was "very troubling" to watch.
Men given life terms after woman shot dead at wake
Michelle Sadio was caught in the crossfire as shots were fired at mourners outside a wake.
Kylie Minogue reveals she had second cancer diagnosis in 2021
In a new documentary, the star says she "got through it, again" following successful treatment in 2005.
UK waters down new Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise
The change reflects increasing supply concerns over certain fuels due to the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Authorities missed chances to protect 'beastie house' abuse victims, report says
A review was carried out after the conviction of seven people involved in the abuse of children between 2012 and 2019.
Scheme to trial scrapping fit notes to get people back to work
The government says the system is "broken", with too many people signed off work with no help to return.
Harry Styles tour to review staging after fan complaints
BBC Newsbeat understands changes will be made in time for the star's London shows in June and July.
Watch: Did Trump and Putin get the same treatment in China?
Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russia's Vladimir Putin with a near-identical ceremony to Trump's last week.
Adenomyosis may be invisible, its impact is not
One in 10 women live with adenomyosis yet sufferers say their pain is often dismissed.
Empty rooms and Fifa cancellations - US hotels fear World Cup washout
The 2026 Fifa World Cup was supposed to provide a tourism boom for the United States, but now the fear is that may never materialise.
'I made Venezuela Fury's 40ft wedding train - it was too big for my workshop'
Lancashire seamstress Emily Green had to use a church hall to lay out and hand sew the 40ft (12m) train.
Enhanced Games: 'Steroid Olympics' force sport to confront tough questions
The Enhanced Games, the 'Steroid Olympics' which take place this weekend, are forcing sport and wider society to confront some challenging questions.
Temperatures could reach 30C in bank holiday weekend heatwave
The warmest weather of the year is forecast over the bank holiday weekend as some places may reach the earliest 30 Celsius in the UK since 1952.
Inflation falls to 2.8% but is expected to rise from here
Energy prices were lower due to the government's energy bill support package and lower wholesale prices before the Iran war.
Barney Frank: One of the first openly gay US congressmen dies aged 86
After a decades-long career in Congress, he spent his final weeks at his home in Maine living in hospice.
Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump
Two presidential visits days apart is how Xi Jinping wants the world to see him: talking to everyone, tied to no-one.
More die of suspected Ebola as WHO warns that numbers will rise further
In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.
Mandatory digital ID launch called 'a fiasco' by scrutiny committee
The government has now shifted to a voluntary digital ID scheme which it says will allow people to access services more easily.
Lady Donaldson found unfit to stand trial over aiding sex abuse charges
Lady Donaldson is declared unfit to stand trial on mental health grounds and will instead face what is known as a trial of facts.
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The £100Bn HS2 Debacle
HS2 could now cost over £100bn, but government vows to deliver project “to completion”.
Americanswers... on 5 Live! Has Zohran Mamdani achieved a miracle in New York?
The new mayor says he’s rescued NYC from its budget crisis
Southampton hit out at 'disproportionate' Spygate punishment
Southampton say they have appealed against their removal from the Championship play-offs for spying as it is "manifestly disproportionate to every previous sanction in the history of the English game".
Saka calls out critics as players celebrate title at Emirates at 5am
Arsenal have had to wait 22 years to celebrate a title win, and both the club's players and fans made sure to savour every second of it.
Man Utd-Forest referee not selected for final day
The referee for Manchester United's win over Nottingham Forest last Sunday has not been selected for any match in the final round of Premier League fixtures.
Emery eyes fifth Europa crown but denies being 'king' of competition
Aston Villa are aiming to end a 30-year trophy drought in Istanbul on Wednesday.
Empty rooms and Fifa cancellations - US hotels fear World Cup washout
The 2026 Fifa World Cup was supposed to provide a tourism boom for the United States, but now the fear is that may never materialise.
Gough questions England's appointment of North
Darren Gough questions the appointment of Marcus North as England’s new selector, saying the arrival of the Australian will further divide the national team from the domestic game.
Enhanced Games is finally here - causing dismay and intrigue
The Enhanced Games, the 'Steroid Olympics' which take place this weekend, are forcing sport and wider society to confront some challenging questions.
Massie defeated: The Israel lobby’s pyrrhic victory in Kentucky
The campaign to unseat Thomas Massie exposed a growing Republican backlash against pro-Israel political influence.
‘Multipolar world’: What Xi and Putin announced after Beijing summit
The Russian and Chinese leaders agreed on bilateral cooperation during Putin's visit to China.
Will Trump kill the $14bn Taiwan arms deal?
Will Trump kill $14bn Taiwan arms deal?
Israel’s ambassador to Christians gives rose-coloured spiel
George Deek, Israel’s ‘ambassador to Christians’ released a statement on X, to Christians in the region and globally.
Israel’s Ben-Gvir publishes video taunting detained flotilla activists
Israel’s Ben-Gvir publishes video taunting detained flotilla activists
North Korean women win in South to reach Asian Champions League final
Naegohyang Women's FC record a historic 2-1 win over Suwon FC Women on a rare trip to South Korea.
New York City hotels avert labour strike threat before FIFA World Cup
Hotel operators avoid a 'very real threat' by signing a deal with 25,000 workers as the city hosts the 2026 tournament.
WHO says 600 suspected cases, 139 deaths in growing Ebola outbreak
Numbers are expected to rise, the WHO warns, as European officials emphasise the risk of a European outbreak is low.
Israeli lawmakers advance bill to dissolve parliament
Netanyahu is under mounting pressure as his fractious right-wing coalition submitted the bill to dissolve parliament.
US imposes sanctions on Gaza flotilla organisers: Why it matters
Nearly all flotillas over 20 years have been intercepted by Israel. Hundreds remain missing after latest interdiction.
Why Ebola keeps returning to DRC: A heartbreaking human toll
Families in Mongbwalu grieve as Ebola returns, exposing serious gaps in healthcare and outbreak preparedness.
Which teams will make their debut at World Cup 2026?
Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan will take part in football's premier showpiece for the first time.
Trump-critic Thomas Massie loses Kentucky primary to AIPAC-backed Gallrein
Trump-critic Thomas Massie loses Kentucky primary to AIPAC-backed Gallrein
Why are nearly 50,000 Samsung workers about to strike in South Korea?
Workers' union says protest over bonuses will continue for 18 days.
Trump critic Massie defeated: Takeaways from US primary election results
Here are the key takeaways from Tuesday’s US primaries in Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Oregon and Pennsylvania.
Arsenal’s first Premier League title in 22 years: How did they do it?
Set pieces, a mean defence and unorthodox motivation methods are some of the key factors behind Arsenal's success.
UK eases sanctions on Russian oil imports as fuel prices soar
The move will allow the UK to import Russian crude oil refined in third countries, such as India and Turkiye.
Philippines top court rejects bid to block arrest of senator wanted by ICC
Senator dela Rosa, whose whereabouts are unknown, is wanted by the ICC for his role in Duterte's bloody 'war on drugs'.
US and Israel planned to install Ahmadinejad as Iranian leader, NYT says
The 'audacious plan' quickly unravelled and Ahmadinejad's whereabouts are unknown, US officials told the newspaper
Kenya transport strike paused after deadly protests
Transport operators halt strike over fuel price hikes after several killed and mass arrests.
Women’s football coach who secretly filmed players banned for life
Petr Vlachovsky, a Czech women's football club coach who filmed players in changing rooms, has been banned for life.
Modi avoids Norway media: How that led to storm over India’s press freedom
India is currently ranked 157th out of 180 countries in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index.
Is Russia ‘simulating diplomacy’ because of war losses in Ukraine?
Putin has talked about a truce, but some analysts say it's a ploy to buy time while Moscow's soldiers are on back foot.
San Diego mosque shooting: Who were the victims?
Authorities say victims Amin Abdullah, Mansour Kaziha and Nader Awad played a role in responding to the attackers.
Italy summons Israel’s envoy after Ben-Gvir taunts flotilla activists
At least 87 activists, who were abducted by Israeli forces from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, have begun a hunger strike.
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'