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A moment of risk and opportunity: How two ceasefires could boost US-Iran talks 17 Apr 2026, 7:59 pm

Some kind of diplomatic progress is now under way, but is it enough to prevent a return to war?

Mental stress led to anti-doping charge - Vondrousova 17 Apr 2026, 7:28 pm

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova is charged with refusing a doping test by the ITIA in an incident the Czech player said happened as she had "reached a breaking point after months of physical and mental stress".

Key questions facing government over Mandelson checks 17 Apr 2026, 7:24 pm

It's emerged that Lord Mandelson did not pass inital security vetting checks ahead of taking up the role of ambassador to the United States.

Kensington Gardens shut after claims of drones near Israeli embassy 17 Apr 2026, 7:01 pm

It comes after a group claimed to have targeted the Israeli Embassy in an online video post.

Three young people contract meningitis in Weymouth 17 Apr 2026, 6:48 pm

Young people are to be offered the MenB vaccine after three cases of meningitis were confirmed.

Oil prices plunge as Iran says Strait of Hormuz 'open' during ceasefire 17 Apr 2026, 6:32 pm

Brent crude sinks by a tenth after Iran says the key waterway is open for commercial ships for the rest of the ceasefire.

UK and France to lead defensive mission in Strait of Hormuz 17 Apr 2026, 6:27 pm

Sir Keir Starmer has said further details of the plan will come after a meeting in London next week.

Thousands celebrate open-air Mass with Pope Leo in Cameroon - in pictures 17 Apr 2026, 6:25 pm

Pope Leo XIV is on his third day in Cameroon before he heads to Angola on Saturday.

Japan comes up with new word for days hotter than 40C after blistering summer 17 Apr 2026, 6:19 pm

The term - kokushobi - translates to "cruelly hot", "brutally hot" or "severely hot", and comes after Japan's hottest summer on record.

Kanye West concert in Poland cancelled over antisemitic comments 17 Apr 2026, 6:19 pm

The UK government blocked the rapper from entering the country over his history of making pro-Nazi and racist statements.

Irish fugitive and alleged crime boss Daniel Kinahan arrested in Dubai 17 Apr 2026, 5:48 pm

Kinahan, in his 40s, was arrested in Dubai on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish courts.

Fans being fleeced by £111 World Cup train tickets - FSA 17 Apr 2026, 5:47 pm

The Football Supporters' Association says fans are being "fleeced" and "gouged" by the high cost of train tickets to World Cup games in New Jersey.

One of Arsenal's greatest unsung heroes - Keown's tribute to Manninger 17 Apr 2026, 5:36 pm

Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown pays tribute to his old friend and former Gunners team-mate Alex Manninger, who has died at the age of 48.

One of Arsenal's greatest unsung heroes - Martin Keown's tribute to Alex Manninger 17 Apr 2026, 5:36 pm

Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown pays tribute to his old friend and former Gunners team-mate Alex Manninger, who has died at the age of 48.

Bournemouth close to appointing Rose 17 Apr 2026, 5:11 pm

Bournemouth are close to appointing Marco Rose as Andoni Iraola's replacement as head coach.

A man wrongfully served 17 years for rape. Now another man has been convicted 17 Apr 2026, 4:39 pm

Malkinson had his rape conviction quashed in 2023 after fresh DNA analysis linked a new suspect to the offence.

'Staggering' I was not told Mandelson failed vetting, says PM 17 Apr 2026, 4:23 pm

The PM is facing calls to resign over the revelation that Lord Mandelson did not pass security checks.

Arteta lights fire at training ground to inspire Arsenal players 17 Apr 2026, 4:23 pm

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta lights a fire at their London Colney training ground to motivate players before crucial week.

Man guilty of 2003 rape that saw innocent Andrew Malkinson jailed for 17 years 17 Apr 2026, 4:02 pm

Paul Quinn, 52, is found guilty of the rape for which Andrew Malkinson was jailed for 17 years.

How developed vetting works - and what happens when someone fails it 17 Apr 2026, 3:54 pm

The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.

No evidence Epsom rape took place as reported, say police 17 Apr 2026, 3:54 pm

The reported attack had caused concern and prompted protests calling for more details from police.

Hope Street actor Finnian Garbutt dies aged 28 17 Apr 2026, 3:47 pm

The actor, known for his role in BBC police drama Hope Street, has died "peacefully at home".

Ultra-marathon champion who died running Cape Wrath trail was two weeks away from wedding 17 Apr 2026, 3:37 pm

Jade Lau said her partner David Parrish was "full of life, funny and loving" and that he was "buzzing" in the weeks leading up to the run.

Mandelson Failed Security Vetting...The Prime Minister Speaks Out 17 Apr 2026, 3:33 pm

Keir Starmer says it's 'staggering' he wasn’t told Mandelson failed security vetting.

Nursery worker jailed over death of toddler restrained during nap time 17 Apr 2026, 3:26 pm

Noah Sibanda died "alone, scared and in pain", his mother says.

Mum describes nightmare after son died during nursery naptime 17 Apr 2026, 2:59 pm

Noah Sibanda died after being put down for a nap at a Dudley nursery.

Conservative US town grapples with potential ICE detention centre 17 Apr 2026, 2:39 pm

Residents from both political parties in Social Circle, Georgia, are rejecting a proposed plan by the Department of Homeland Security to transform an empty warehouse into a detention centre.

Some Iran-linked ships have crossed US blockade, data suggests 17 Apr 2026, 2:36 pm

At least four vessels tracked from Iranian ports appear to have crossed a US blockade line in the Gulf of Oman, analysis of ship-tracking data suggests.

Ceasefire with Israel brings respite to Lebanon, but obstacles to peace remain 17 Apr 2026, 2:31 pm

The halt to weeks of fighting is being celebrated in Lebanon, but it will be difficult to ensure it lasts.

Russell 'would understand' if Verstappen leaves F1 17 Apr 2026, 2:29 pm

George Russell says Formula 1 "would not want to lose" Max Verstappen - but would "understand" if the four-time world champion decided to leave the sport.

What is Claude Mythos and what risks does it pose? 17 Apr 2026, 1:41 pm

The company's claim the AI tool can outperform humans at some hacking and cyber-security tasks has sparked fears in the financial world.

Woman arrested over death of girl found in pond 17 Apr 2026, 12:43 pm

South Yorkshire Police say a woman in her 30s has been arrested following Nyla May Bradshaw's death.

Former Radio 1 DJ and Live Aid presenter Andy Kershaw dies aged 66 17 Apr 2026, 12:08 pm

The broadcaster was known for his eclectic taste and for helping champion world music on BBC Radio 1.

Have the Democrats found a new strategy to scare Trump? 17 Apr 2026, 10:55 am

Why an oyster fisherman with a controversial past is splitting the Democrats

Avengers reassemble and Ariana meets the Fockers - Hollywood studios preview new movies 17 Apr 2026, 8:30 am

Some of the most hotly anticipated new films of the next couple of years are previewed at CinemaCon.

Lamborghini among 160,000 cars seized as uninsured driving reaches 17-year high 17 Apr 2026, 7:01 am

Seizure numbers hit a 17-year high as an estimated 300,000 uninsured vehicles are driven each day.

Weekly quiz: What did Trump say about the Pope? 16 Apr 2026, 7:04 pm

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest 12 Apr 2026, 10:35 am

Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.

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