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Canada's Carney has enjoyed a long political honeymoon. Now comes the test 26 Apr 2026, 11:04 pm

Global acclaim and domestic political gains have defined Mark Carney's first year as Canada's PM. He now faces pressure to deliver on his bold promises.

'It lit a fire in me' - the barrister who was told she'd never amount to much 26 Apr 2026, 11:02 pm

Leonie Hughes was expelled from school aged 15. Now, she's joined the Bar - and become a viral star.

Trump and officials 'likely' targets of press dinner shooting suspect, authorities believe 26 Apr 2026, 10:43 pm

The suspect is expected to be charged with assault of a federal officer and using a firearm during a crime of violence, officials have said.

The Chinese sports brand taking on Nike and Adidas 26 Apr 2026, 10:24 pm

Now one of the biggest sportswear firms, Anta's rise follows a playbook adopted by many Chinese giants.

O'Sullivan-Higgins match set for thrilling finish 26 Apr 2026, 10:16 pm

The World Championship last-16 tie between Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins is set for a dramatic end after the Scot closed the deficit to two frames.

'Four days of hell in hospital' - Kearns on miscarriage 26 Apr 2026, 10:15 pm

Aston Villa and England midfielder Missy Bo Kearns says she spent "four days of hell in hospital" after suffering a miscarriage and contracting sepsis.

Korda returns to world number one with Chevron win 26 Apr 2026, 10:06 pm

Nelly Korda returns to the top of the world rankings with a dominant win at the LPGA Chevron Championship.

Man becomes seventh Millionaire jackpot winner 26 Apr 2026, 9:00 pm

Roman Dubowski, of Stockport, says he knew the answer to the 15th question in the ITV show "straight away".

Mali defence minister killed as country hit by wave of rebel attacks 26 Apr 2026, 8:56 pm

A wave of coordinated attacks by jihadist militants and separatists has spread through the country.

Southport dads finish London Marathon side by side 26 Apr 2026, 7:22 pm

Sergio Aguiar and David Stancombe complete the course in a time of four hours and 36 minutes.

Did Trump save eight Iranian women from execution? 26 Apr 2026, 7:16 pm

The US president says he saved eight Iranian women from execution, but Iran says otherwise.

Arsenal 'on a mission' - is another special season on the horizon? 26 Apr 2026, 6:54 pm

The Gunners are one game away from a second successive Women's Champions League final, and are also still in the Women's Super League title race.

King's US visit will go ahead as planned, Buckingham Palace says 26 Apr 2026, 6:33 pm

The decision was made "after discussions on both sides of the Atlantic through the day", the Palace says.

Arson arrest after fire at packed-out LGBT+ club 26 Apr 2026, 6:17 pm

An eyewitness says "thousands" of people were evacuated from the club.

Hire, fire, final - Chelsea's player power may be ugly, but it wins 26 Apr 2026, 6:14 pm

Chelsea are in another FA Cup final - but only after their players showed up in a way they were no longer doing for Liam Rosenior, writes Phil McNulty.

Fernandez fires Chelsea to FA Cup final showdown with Man City 26 Apr 2026, 6:03 pm

Enzo Fernandez' first-half header gives Chelsea a 1-0 win over Leeds United in the semi-final of the FA Cup at Wembley Stadium.

Car bomb explosion at police station treated as attempted murder 26 Apr 2026, 6:02 pm

The police believe the attack may have been carried out by the dissident republican group known as the New IRA.

What we know about the incident 26 Apr 2026, 5:05 pm

Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were rushed from a ballroom after gunfire was heard.

Starmer insists 'majority' of Labour MPs back his leadership 26 Apr 2026, 3:50 pm

This week has seen increasing speculation among Labour MPs about Sir Keir's judgement and leadership.

Shooting raises questions about Trump security 26 Apr 2026, 3:20 pm

The shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner is the third time in three years Trump has been at the centre of a major security incident.

Woman released on bail after fatal house fire in Wolverhampton 26 Apr 2026, 3:01 pm

Police said two boys, aged one and three, died at the scene. A woman in her 30s was arrested.

Suspected gunman identified as 31-year-old Californian 26 Apr 2026, 1:59 pm

The man arrested at the event attended by President Trump has been named in US media as Cole Tomas Allen from California.

Higher prices could last for eight months after Iran war, minister says 26 Apr 2026, 1:58 pm

Officials are monitoring stock levels and planning for any potential disruptions to the supply chain.

Series of wildfires across Scotland during 'extreme' alert 26 Apr 2026, 12:52 pm

The Scottish Fire and rescue Service (SFRS) said an 'extreme' wildfire warning for Western Scotland would remain until midnight.

Councillor apologises for telling call handler to speak English 26 Apr 2026, 12:44 pm

A councillor apologises and is reprimanded after telling a council call handler to "speak English".

Sawe smashes two-hour mark to 'move goalposts for marathon running' 26 Apr 2026, 12:39 pm

Sabastian Sawe makes history at the London Marathon as the first person to run a sub-two-hour marathon in a competitive race.

Sabastian Sawe breaks two-hour barrier to make history at London Marathon 26 Apr 2026, 12:39 pm

Sabastian Sawe makes history at the London Marathon as the first person to run a sub-two-hour marathon in a competitive race.

Watch: How gunfire sparked chaos at Trump press dinner 26 Apr 2026, 9:43 am

President Trump and Vice-President Vance were rushed off the stage, after gunshots were heard at the event at the Washington Hilton hotel.

In pictures: Chaos as gunfire heard in Washington DC ballroom 26 Apr 2026, 6:24 am

Armed Secret Service agents flood the ballroom of a Washington DC hotel as President Trump is rushed off stage.

I was in the room with Trump and heard the low thudding sound of gunfire 26 Apr 2026, 4:22 am

The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue describes the moment he and others dived for cover as shots rang out at the venue.

We thought Gen Z weren't drinking. But these cocktails in a ball may suggest otherwise 26 Apr 2026, 12:02 am

Gen Z is starting their nights with sugary canned cocktails - even if the taste proves divisive.

I didn't tell my boyfriend my age when we started dating. I worried he might end things 25 Apr 2026, 11:03 pm

Two couples tell BBC News about overcoming social stigma in their age-gap relationships.

Will another week of Starmer drama impact the elections? 24 Apr 2026, 10:55 am

We look at if the latest problems for the PM are impacting the campaign trail

Donald Trump gets on the phone... with Americast’s Sarah Smith 23 Apr 2026, 7:51 pm

The president talks to Americast’s Sarah Smith about Starmer, the King and Iran.

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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