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What is hantavirus and how does it spread? Key questions after outbreak 6 May 2026, 4:57 pm

The Andes strain of the virus has been confirmed in some passengers, which can rarely be passed from person to person.

Fifa impose worldwide ban on Benfica's Prestianni 6 May 2026, 4:37 pm

The winger admitted using homophobic language towards Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr during a Champions League match in February.

People urged not to cancel flights over fuel shortage fears 6 May 2026, 4:11 pm

Airlines have cut 13,000 flights globally in May as jet fuel prices soar due to the conflict in the Middle East.

Oil prices drop and stock markets rise after reports of deal to end Iran war 6 May 2026, 4:11 pm

Reports have raised hopes of an agreement between the US and Iran after days of escalation.

Rope swing death a 'shocking accident', coroner says 6 May 2026, 3:47 pm

Brooke Wiggins, 12, died in 2024 after a tree branch snapped and crushed her in Banstead, Surrey.

Ted Turner, media mogul who revolutionised TV news by launching CNN, dies at 87 6 May 2026, 3:46 pm

The media mogul pioneered the modern 24-hour news culture when he launched the Cable News Network in 1980.

Up to 150 former WHSmith high street stores to close 6 May 2026, 3:22 pm

The stores were purchased by Modella Capital last year, and then rebranded under the name TGJones.

Political parties make final pitches ahead of key elections 6 May 2026, 3:16 pm

A final push for votes is under way on the last day of campaigning ahead of elections across England, Scotland and Wales.

Dual-national baby refused entry to UK after passport rule change 6 May 2026, 2:23 pm

The eleven-month-old was born in Scotland but has an Austrian passport.

Injury row, yacht trip & petition - what's going on with Mbappe? 6 May 2026, 2:20 pm

It's been a difficult second season for Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid. What's gone wrong?

Trump pauses plan to escort ships through Hormuz after just 50 hours - what happened? 6 May 2026, 1:39 pm

The US president pauses the military operation to get ships through the Strait of Hormuz two days after he announced it.

Wait to name England selector ridiculous - Vaughan 6 May 2026, 12:18 pm

Former captain Michael Vaughan says it is "ridiculous" England are yet to appoint their new national selector.

Woman stabbed in heart before explosion, court told 6 May 2026, 12:02 pm

Annabel Rook was stabbed multiple times by her partner, who admits manslaughter but denies murder.

Massive Alaska megatsunami was second largest ever recorded 6 May 2026, 12:00 pm

New research suggests glacier melt driven by climate change is increasing the risk of giant waves.

Robot wars - what an operation in Ukraine tells us about the battlefield of the near future 6 May 2026, 11:59 am

After Ukraine's President Zelensky said territory had been captured using just robots and drones, what is the future of unmanned warfare?

Russia ignores Ukraine's unilateral ceasefire and attacks kindergarten 6 May 2026, 11:53 am

Ukraine's president says Russia has "spurned the ceasefire" and Kyiv is deciding on further action to take.

Cruise passengers tell of life on board stranded ship after hantavirus outbreak 6 May 2026, 11:52 am

While passengers onboard the MV Hondius say the situation is calm, they face days at sea as officials warn the disease may have spread.

Strictly Come Dancing: Five pros to leave the show as line-up confirmed 6 May 2026, 11:39 am

Five members of the show's professional line-up, including the long-serving Karen Hauer, are leaving.

Was Arsenal ecstasy justified or a 'bit too much'? 6 May 2026, 11:37 am

Arsenal have reached the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years but did they over-celebrate Tuesday's win over Atletico Madrid?

Former council leader jailed for sexually assaulting young men 6 May 2026, 11:27 am

Jordan Linden stood down as leader of North Lanarkshire Council in 2022 after the allegations emerged.

Two people arrested after BBC asylum investigation 6 May 2026, 11:23 am

A BBC report revealed some immigration advisers are helping asylum seekers pretend to be gay to stay in the country.

Spanish superstar Rosalía reaches for heaven as her tour hits London 6 May 2026, 7:34 am

The Spanish star delights fans as she brings her highly anticipated Lux tour to the UK.

DeChambeau to focus on YouTube if LIV Golf fails 6 May 2026, 6:22 am

Bryson DeChambeau says he will focus on growing his YouTube channel and only "play tournaments that want me" if LIV Golf does not survive.

How Ipswich Town's promotion to Premier League could help club and county 6 May 2026, 5:54 am

The Blues' promotion to the Premier League could boost the team's chances and Suffolk's prosperity.

Smaller balls for women's rugby 'worst decision ever' 6 May 2026, 5:36 am

England fly-half Zoe Harrison says the introduction of smaller balls for this autumn's WXV Global Series is "the worst decision someone has ever made".

Where do Bayern's prolific trio rank in greatest front threes ever? 6 May 2026, 5:19 am

Bayern Munich's attack of Harry Kane, Luis Diaz and Michael Olise has hit 100 goals this season. With the second leg of the Champions League semi-final with PSG coming up, BBC Sport compares the two front threes.

Removing 30% of my penis saved my life – this is why I let the surgery be filmed 6 May 2026, 5:17 am

Alastair Munro's surgery features on the series Surgeons: At the Edge of Life on BBC Two on Wednesday.

Campaigning sprint finish ahead of elections around Britain tomorrow 6 May 2026, 12:15 am

A mesmerising mix of results are expected after candidates make their final pitches, our political editor writes.

Dressed for succession: What Kim Ju Ae's outfits tell us about North Korea 5 May 2026, 10:44 pm

Kim Ju Ae's evolving fashion is one of the signs that she is being groomed as North Korea's next leader.

Is the US-Iran War Restarting? 5 May 2026, 5:37 pm

Is the US-Iran ceasefire under threat after repeat attacks in Strait of Hormuz?

Who could lead the Democrats into 2028? 4 May 2026, 5:00 am

The Americast team answer your questions live on stage!

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