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Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship not start of pandemic, UN health agency says
Ther World Health Organization says it is not in the same situation as with Covid-19 because hantavirus spreads differently.

UK immigration officer among two men guilty of working for Chinese intelligence
Chi Leung "Peter" Wai used the main immigration database to track Hong Kong dissidents in the UK.

David Attenborough says he is 'overwhelmed' by 100th birthday messages
The legendary wildlife broadcaster thanks fans in a message the day before he reaches his centenary.

Rosenberg: Russia's Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan
For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow.

Police say man arrested over 'intimidating behaviour' near Andrew's home
A man is being held on suspicion of a public order offence and possessing an offensive weapon.

Major rail disruption expected in southern England until end of day
A radio fault has been resolved but passengers could continue to face long delays, warns National Rail.

Portugal and Italy will not suspend digital border checks for Brits
Reports had suggested the countries were set to follow the example of Greece, which effectively suspended biometric checks for UK nationals.

Meta brings High Court challenge over Ofcom fees
Meta said Ofcom's calculations were "disproportionate"; the regulator said it would defend its position.

Superdry co-founder James Holder jailed for rape
James Holder's victim told her attacker he took her "choice, dignity and body".

What you need to know about the elections in England, Scotland and Wales
Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.

Do I need a photo ID and my polling card to vote in the elections?
Voters in England only will have to show photo ID while polling cards are not essential.

Who can I vote for in my area?
Elections are taking place across the UK. Find out whether there is one where you live and who you can vote for.

Curious canines and patient pups - it's dogs at polling stations
Pictures of dogs at polling stations are now a part of election day - here are some of the best we have seen.

How does the BBC report polling day?
The BBC cannot report on campaigning or election issues while polls are open on Thursday 7 May.

Hantavirus survivor says sickness was like 'hell on earth'
Two survivors who caught the hantavirus years earlier told the BBC they both felt lucky to be alive.

How worried should we be about hantavirus?
Some passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus have already taken flights to numerous countries.

Ukraine war 'led me to surrogacy' to earn money but a new law could end those plans
Ukraine is considering a law that would effectively ban foreigners from accessing surrogacy in the country.

My daughter donated her hand to a stranger – holding it again has given me comfort
Jackie Kirwan says meeting the recipient of her daughter's hand has been "amazing".

When Scotland qualified for the World Cup... but didn't go
Scotland waited 28 years to be part of this year's World Cup - back in 1950 they turned it down.

Who is Kumanjayi Little Baby and why has her death caused outrage in Australia?
The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger.

Inmate said Watkins attack would 'make me famous'
Rashid Gedel is accused of murdering Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins at HMP Wakefield in October.

Morrisons supermarket fined £750k for dirty bakery
A judge said the case was not about a few rogue employees but showed serious and systemic failure.

Government wins legacy case at UK Supreme Court
Judges in London ruled parts of the 2023 Legacy Act did not lead to victims' rights being diminished.

Fears of renewed Gaza war as Hamas disarmament talks stall
Israeli media reports suggest Israel is preparing to resume fighting because of the impasse in talks with Hamas.

US judge releases Jeffrey Epstein's purported suicide note
Epstein's former cellmate claims he found the note, which has not been verified by the BBC.

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Electioncast: It’s Time To Vote!
Adam, Laura, Chris, James and Felicity bring you one last update before the polls open.

Is Donald Trump close to finishing his war with Iran?
Or has the US president lost control?

Paul McCartney’s 'lost bass’ and its remarkable return after 51 years
The story of Paul McCartney’s original Höfner bass and the fan-powered quest to find it.

Australian North set to be England selector
Marcus North, a former Australia international and Durham's director of cricket, is set to become the first foreigner in charge of selecting the England men's team.

Rider dies in North West 200 Superbike incident
A rider dies after an accident in Superbike qualifying for the North West 200 international road race in Northern Ireland on Thursday.

'I'll collect the trash' - Dubois on Wardley's bin-man jibe
Daniel Dubois responds to fellow British heavyweight Fabio Wardley's "bin-man" jibe by vowing to make the world champion pay for the "disrespect".

Chelsea favourites to sign Shaw as Man City exit nears
Chelsea are favourites to sign striker Khadija Shaw on a free contract as an exit from Manchester City nears this summer.

Al Jazeera

Can China help end the Iran war?
Chinese and Iranian foreign ministers meet while a tense ceasefire holds.

Inside the Israeli bloc that could topple Netanyahu
Netanyahu’s rivals unite ahead of elections, but is this alliance strong enough to actually unseat him?

ISIL-linked Australian women arrested at airports
Three ISIL-linked Australian women have been arrested at airports in Melbourne and Sydney.

Israel’s attacks and pressure sowing seeds for division in tense Lebanon
Analysts say Israel aiming to exploit Lebanon’s divisions to force concessions amid military and political pressures.

Brazil’s Lula meets Trump amid efforts to avert new US trade tariffs
Brazilian officials are hoping for the best outcome from the meeting, given tensions over Trump's tariff policy.

Man pleads guilty to Colorado firebombing, groups call for family reprieve
June 2025 attack targeted supporters of Israeli captives in Gaza; Advocates say family of assailant unjustly targeted.

US sanctions Iraqi minister accused of aiding Iran oil sales
US sanctions target Iraq's deputy oil minister for allegedly aiding Iran in bypassing restrictions on oil exports.

Protests in Bolivia escalate amid economic turmoil and policy demands
Clashes erupt in La Paz as workers protest against rising fuel prices and damaged vehicles caused by subsidy cuts.

EU closely monitoring hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship
The EU says it is closely monitoring suspected hantavirus cases aboard the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius

Superbike rider killed in crash during qualifying in Northern Ireland
Rider is 20th fatality at North West 200 but first since 2016, race due to celebrate its centenary in 2029.

Why has the US sanctioned Iraq’s deputy oil minister for helping Iran?
The US accuses Ali Maarij al-Bahadly of helping Iran avoid sanctions and export its oil through Iraq.

Trump calls for ‘incitement’ charges against top Democrat Hakeem Jeffries
US president says House minority leader should be indicted over 'maximum warfare' remarks in relation to election maps.

WHO confirms five cases of hantavirus linked to cruise ship
Hantaviruses are a group of viruses carried by rodents that can cause severe disease in humans.

US pushing Israeli de-escalation ahead of new talks: Lebanese official
Talks between Lebanese and Israeli delegations to be held in Washington, DC, next week, the official tells Al Jazeera.

Lebanon Latest Israeli strikes Beirut despite ‘ceasefire’
Israel has carried out its first airstrike on Beirut’s southern suburbs since the April 16 US-brokered ceasefire.

Iran’s president says he has spoken to the country’s Supreme Leader
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says he has met with Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.

The BJP’s Bengal victory exposes the erosion of Indian democracy
The BJP's victory after sweeping electoral roll revision raises profound questions over the integrity of the vote.

Iran’s President Pezeshkian seeks to quash divided leadership narrative
Tehran emphasises solidarity among top officials as Washington pressures Iran during Strait of Hormuz disputes.

US judge releases purported Jeffrey Epstein suicide note
Judge does not make claim on authenticity of document, filed in court as part of criminal case of former cell mate.

What’s ‘Mbappe Out’, and why are fans demanding Real Madrid star’s exit?
An online petition calling for Mbappe's ouster has gone viral and collected 33 million signatures.

International Olympic Committee recommends ending Belarus restrictions
International Olympic Committee urges sports to let Belarusian athletes compete again without vetting as neutrals.

US-Israel war on Iran leaves Jordan’s Petra nearly empty of tourists
Middle East war devastates tourism in Petra, leaving sites empty and Jordanians facing severe loss of income.

PSG’s Champions League win marred by night of violence and riots in Paris
Paris Saint-Germain claimed a 6-5 Champions League semifinal win over Bayern Munich, but it erupted in domestic trouble.

Humanoid robot becomes Buddhist monk in South Korea
A Buddhist temple in Seoul introduced South Korea’s first humanoid robot monk.

Chad declares national mourning after deadly Boko Haram ambush
The killing of two generals near Lake Chad follows a recent Boko Haram attack in the same region that left dozens dead.

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