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I made 'serious mistake' advising Starmer to appoint Mandelson, PM's ex-top adviser McSweeney says 28 Apr 2026, 5:33 pm

Morgan McSweeney says the peer did not give the "full truth" about his relationship with Epstein.

America's special relationship 'probably Israel', says UK ambassador to US 28 Apr 2026, 5:31 pm

The remarks, made in February and first reported by the Financial Times, came to light during the King's state visit.

More UK deaths than births expected every year from now on 28 Apr 2026, 5:22 pm

The UK population is expected to grow at a slower rate than previously thought owing to a sharp fall in migration and declining fertility rates

'A superstar in the making' - teen's journey from dog-sitting to World Cup 28 Apr 2026, 5:07 pm

Who is England newcomer Tilly Corteen-Coleman, and what does she offer Charlotte Edwards as the team's third left-arm spinner?

Path cleared for Everest climbers after huge ice block 28 Apr 2026, 4:59 pm

Experts warn there are still risks of further ice collapses, and there are fears climbers will again have to queue to reach the summit.

United Arab Emirates to quit oil cartel Opec 28 Apr 2026, 4:24 pm

The UAE's decision, after nearly 60 years of membership, is seen as a potential death knell for the oil cartel.

Faisal Islam: Why the UAE's exit from Opec is a big deal 28 Apr 2026, 3:55 pm

It will have little effect on the current oil blockades, but it could change everything afterwards.

Why Sam Altman and his former hero Elon Musk are taking their toxic feud to court 28 Apr 2026, 3:38 pm

The battle between the AI big hitters has largely played out on social media. Now it is coming to the courtroom.

Dances with Wolves star Nathan Chasing Horse jailed for at least 37 years for sexual assault 28 Apr 2026, 3:36 pm

The 49-year-old exploited his position as a spiritual leader to prey on Indigenous women and girls, the US court heard.

Man City left frustrated by fixture pile-up 28 Apr 2026, 3:26 pm

Manchester City face a fixture pile-up of four games in 11 days next month after the Premier League confirmed the rescheduled dates for two of their key matches in the race for the title.

Suspected gunman aged 89 held in Greece after five wounded 28 Apr 2026, 2:59 pm

Five people were left with non-life-threatening injuries, according to Greece's state broadcaster ERT.

France murder victim identified after 20 years and suspect arrested 28 Apr 2026, 2:52 pm

Hakima Boukerouis is the fifth woman to be identified through an international police campaign.

Nostalgia wasn't enough: What went wrong at Claire's 28 Apr 2026, 2:41 pm

Experts says Claire's suffered from a perfect storm of issues which has spelled the end for the accessories chain.

GP struck off over garlic oil 'cancer cure' claims 28 Apr 2026, 2:35 pm

Mohsen Ali charged cancer patients up to £15,000 for bogus "cures", a tribunal hears.

Third Ukrainian strike hits Russian oil refinery and prompts evacuations 28 Apr 2026, 2:32 pm

Residents near a burning refinery in Tuapse are told to leave, and the Kremlin accuses Kyiv of destabilising global energy markets.

Swarm of 10,000 bees settles on bike outside Louvre in Paris 28 Apr 2026, 2:13 pm

The swarm gathers underneath the saddle of a bike locked to the railings of a metro station.

Sinner beats Norrie to equal historic winning run 28 Apr 2026, 1:20 pm

World number one Jannik Sinner's brilliant form continues as he reaches the quarter-finals of the Madrid Open with a straight-set win over Britain's Cameron Norrie.

'I lived all my dreams' - Stones to leave Man City 28 Apr 2026, 1:15 pm

England defender John Stones says he "lived all my dreams out" at Manchester City after confirming he will leave at the end of the season.

Watch: Jimmy Kimmel defends 'expectant widow' joke after first lady criticism 28 Apr 2026, 1:10 pm

First Lady Melania Trump described the joke as "hateful and violent", with the White House urging ABC to fire the comedian.

Russian superyacht sails through Strait of Hormuz despite blockade 28 Apr 2026, 12:03 pm

The 141m-long vessel, linked to a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, cleared the waterway despite an ongoing blockade.

Three key statements Starmer made to MPs about Mandelson vetting 28 Apr 2026, 12:01 pm

BBC Verify looks into some of the statements the prime minister made about the appointment of Lord Mandelson as UK ambassador to the US.

Brighton plan Europe's first purpose-built £80m women's football stadium 28 Apr 2026, 12:00 pm

Brighton and Hove Albion release plans for Europe's first purpose-built women's football stadium, which will cost £75-80m.

Road-rage driver caught on his own dashcam knocking motorist out 28 Apr 2026, 11:36 am

John Lee was caught on his own vehicle's camera attacking another driver in Conwy.

The other life of US soldier accused of betting on Maduro's removal 28 Apr 2026, 9:33 am

The Army officer charged with using classified information to win $400,000 is also a real estate investor with rave reviews on Airbnb.

The man who exposed hundreds of British Museum thefts - but didn't live to see justice 28 Apr 2026, 7:25 am

Dr Ittai Gradel made global headlines after exposing the thefts of many artefacts from the British Museum.

In pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla at garden party and White House on US state visit 28 Apr 2026, 5:33 am

King Charles III and Queen Camilla were greeted by a military band and honour guard as they arrived for their four-day trip.

Welsh party leaders gear up for live debate ahead of tightly contested Senedd election 28 Apr 2026, 5:11 am

Leaders will be looking to sell themselves - but live TV debates are not without their peril.

Ranking the players who could decide Champions League semi-finals 28 Apr 2026, 4:54 am

Which players will prove key to their team’s chances in the Champions League last four? We've ranked the top 10 - now it's your turn.

The King Arrives In The US, But Can He Mend The Special Relationship? 27 Apr 2026, 7:57 pm

The King lands in Washington for four day state visit.

Who is Trump’s 'would-be assassin' and were there security failings at DC shooting? 26 Apr 2026, 11:14 pm

The US president was evacuated from the White House Correspondents Dinner

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