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Starmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, says Lammy 19 Apr 2026, 7:25 am

The prime minister says he only learned of security concerns around the ex-US ambassador earlier this week.

Australia's most-decorated soldier vows to fight war crime charges 19 Apr 2026, 5:12 am

Ben Roberts-Smith has given his first statement since he was charged with five counts of the war crime of murder last week.

Newspaper headlines: 'Starmer accused of Mandelson cover up' and 'Time for Strait talking' 19 Apr 2026, 4:15 am

Criticism of Downing Street's handling of Lord Peter Mandeslon's vetting scandal remains prominent on Sunday's front pages.

Police treating arson attack as antisemitic hate crime 19 Apr 2026, 12:15 am

It comes as a man attempts to ignite a plastic bag containing containing fluid in north-west London.

Rude names, railways and a mass trespass - how the Peak District became a tourist attraction 18 Apr 2026, 11:36 pm

It became the UK's first national park 75 years ago, but has been attracting visitors for longer.

Carrick silences doubters as Man Utd close on Champions League 18 Apr 2026, 11:18 pm

Manchester United beat Chelsea to move closer to a Champions League return and silence the growing Michael Carrick doubters.

'The weapons were loud, but there was always music': Sudanese band play on through the war 18 Apr 2026, 11:09 pm

One of Sudan's most popular bands, Aswat Almadina, recall being in the studio when the war broke out three years ago.

Harry and Meghan's trip felt like a royal tour - except many Aussies weren't interested 18 Apr 2026, 11:09 pm

The Sussexes' four-day tour of Australia appears to have fallen flat with some.

'Croatia, but cheaper': The quirky holiday spots on trend for 2026 18 Apr 2026, 11:08 pm

Montenegro and Albania are among the places rising in popularity for Britons seeking a holiday away from tourist traps.

Chernobyl's last wedding: The couple who married as a nuclear disaster unfolded 18 Apr 2026, 11:05 pm

Serhiy and Iryna married 40 years ago, unaware a nuclear reactor had exploded less than 3 miles away.

Protests and another costly loss - pressure mounts on Rosenior's Chelsea 18 Apr 2026, 11:05 pm

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior admits his side face a "mountain to climb" as their campaign unravels at a crucial juncture following defeat by Manchester United.

Should you really trust health advice from an AI chatbot? 18 Apr 2026, 11:04 pm

Abi has had very mixed results when asking a chatbot for guidance about her health issues.

Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like 18 Apr 2026, 11:02 pm

Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?

New charity to remember Queen Elizabeth 100 years since her birth 18 Apr 2026, 11:00 pm

The Royal Family will be remembering the late monarch at events on Tuesday - on what would have been her birthday.

The South Korean authors rising above a tide of hate to become bestsellers 18 Apr 2026, 10:32 pm

A quiet revolution is unfolding as women writers carve out space in the wake of an anti-feminist backlash.

Grand National winner Noble Yeats dies 18 Apr 2026, 10:15 pm

Noble Yeats, who won the Grand National as a 50-1 outsider in 2022, dies after a bout of colic.

Grand National winner Noble Yeats dies 18 Apr 2026, 10:15 pm

Noble Yeats, who won the Grand National as a 50-1 outsider in 2022, dies after a bout of colic.

Wild celebrations to verge of tears - time running out for Spurs 18 Apr 2026, 10:14 pm

Scenes of celebration turned to bitter disappointment as Tottenham's hopes of avoiding relegation from the Premier League were dealt a devastating blow against Brighton.

Champion Zhao defeats Highfield after Virgo tributes 18 Apr 2026, 9:58 pm

China's reigning world champion Zhao Xintong defeats England's Liam Highfield on an emotional opening day of the tournament at the Crucible.

'We're not teaching them to order baguettes' - languages enjoy a renaissance in schools 18 Apr 2026, 8:50 pm

After a long decline, the number of pupils taking language GCSEs in Wales rises for two years.

How Hampton's heroics bailed out Lionesses in win against Iceland 18 Apr 2026, 8:48 pm

Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton says she just "did my job" in pulling off three crucial late saves as England held on to beat Iceland 1-0.

Miettinen dies in seven-car crash during Nurburgring race featuring Verstappen 18 Apr 2026, 8:37 pm

Racing driver Juha Miettinen dies following a seven-car crash during the qualifiers for a race in Germany.

At least six killed in Kyiv as gunman opens fire and takes hostages 18 Apr 2026, 6:09 pm

The attacker, who took hostages inside a supermarket, was killed after a shoot-out with police, officials say.

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.

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

Shakespeare's 'missing' home mapped with discovery 16 Apr 2026, 5:02 am

A Shakespeare expert identifies the location and size of the property the playwright bought in1613.

'A red kite took my mother-in-law's sausage rolls' 15 Apr 2026, 10:07 am

A man believes he has the answer to where a red kite got hold of the savoury snack in Banbury.

Baby abandoned by roadside is now changing lives 14 Apr 2026, 5:24 pm

Becky Chaplain, an occupational therapist, is now helping burns patients in West Africa.

'I wouldn't be here without RNLI volunteers' 14 Apr 2026, 5:18 am

Chris Haffenden meets one of the RNLI volunteers who saved him after he was trapped by the tide.

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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