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Trump says US to pause operation to guide vessels through Strait of Hormuz 6 May 2026, 2:18 am

"Project Freedom", which began on Monday, will be halted because progress has been made toward a deal with Iran, the US president says.

Oil prices ease as US pauses Project Freedom to seek deal with Iran 6 May 2026, 1:47 am

President Donald Trump raised hopes of an agreement between the US and Iran after days of escalation.

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.

Apple to pay $250m to iPhone buyers over AI features lawsuit 6 May 2026, 12:15 am

Claims from last year said the tech firm’s advertising of Apple Intelligence fooled iPhone buyers.

Catherine to return to overseas visits with Italy trip 6 May 2026, 12:04 am

The Princess of Wales will go to Italy next week on her first official overseas engagement for more than three years.

Cruise ship with hantavirus outbreak to sail to Canary Islands 6 May 2026, 12:01 am

Spain's health ministry said the MV Hondius is expected to arrive within three to four days.

The Papers: 'Borrowing costs hit 28-year high' and 'Come cry with me' 5 May 2026, 11:34 pm

The upcoming local elections on Thursday and jet fuel shortages dominate Wednesday's papers.

The league is the dream - but is this Arsenal's moment in Europe? 5 May 2026, 11:29 pm

All the talk has been about Arsenal's Premier League title challenge - but is this now the Gunners' time to conquer Europe?

The league is the dream - but is this Arsenal's moment in Europe? 5 May 2026, 11:29 pm

All the talk has been about Arsenal's Premier League title challenge - but is this now the Gunners' time to conquer Europe?

Finding soldier Tom: Solving family mystery of WW2 Soviet prisoner of war 5 May 2026, 11:24 pm

He was saved by a Jersey family after escaping a Nazi labour camp, but after the war he disappeared in the Soviet Union.

UK government discusses hosting Olympics in 2040s 5 May 2026, 11:01 pm

The UK government says it is in "discussions about supporting potential bids" to host the Olympics and Paralympics in the 2040s.

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.

How did Heidi Klum become a living Met Gala sculpture? 5 May 2026, 10:11 pm

Prosthetic make-up designer Mike Marino reveals how he created the supermodel's show-stopping costume for the annual event in New York.

'No ego, no noise, just consistent excellence' - humble Halfpenny retires 5 May 2026, 10:02 pm

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny will leave a lasting legacy after announcing he will hang up his boots at the end of the season.

Man charged with attempted Trump assassination indicted for assaulting Secret Service officer 5 May 2026, 10:01 pm

Cole Tomas Allen is now facing charges from a grand jury indictment, which supersedes his previous charges.

'Nothing will bring back my son': How 10 minutes of bombing by Israel shattered lives in Lebanon 5 May 2026, 9:22 pm

The bombs started falling at 14:15 in the afternoon - bringing chaos and destruction across the country.

Mission is to preach peace, says Pope in response to Trump attacks 5 May 2026, 8:30 pm

Trump lashed out at the pope for condemning the conflict in the Middle East, as his secretary of state heads to the Vatican.

Israeli court extends detention of two Gaza flotilla activists 5 May 2026, 7:10 pm

Thiago Ávila and Saif Abu Keshek were detained by Israeli forces who intercepted the flotilla's boats near Greece last week.

'In a better place but not 100%' - Raducanu out of Rome as wait for return continues 5 May 2026, 6:52 pm

Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Italian Open because of the post-viral illness that has kept her off the WTA Tour for two months.

Watch: Captain of stranded ship in Strait of Hormuz tells BBC of 'pressure' 5 May 2026, 6:28 pm

Capt Raman Kapoor's ship is one of several to be stranded in the strait in the midst of the power struggle between the US and Iran.

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?

Woman, 35, died in explosion after ex-partner 'forced entry' into her home 5 May 2026, 5:25 pm

Police officers are treating the death of Jo Shaw as a homicide.

Hate crime prosecutions to be fast-tracked after antisemitic attacks 5 May 2026, 4:56 pm

The director of public prosecutions has told prosecutors in England and Wales to bring charges more quickly.

Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup after striking tour deal 5 May 2026, 4:38 pm

Jon Rahm will be eligible for next year's Ryder Cup in Ireland after striking a deal to continue playing on the DP World Tour.

Lidl's new loyalty scheme less generous, shoppers say 5 May 2026, 4:30 pm

Under the changed system customers collect points rather than reward coupons, with £1 spent equalling one point.

UK long-term borrowing costs reach 28-year high 5 May 2026, 4:30 pm

There have been extra jitters in UK government debt markets ahead of Thursday's local and national elections.

Everton fan arrested for alleged Semenyo racist abuse 5 May 2026, 4:24 pm

An Everton fan is arrested by Merseyside Police during his side's match with Manchester City for allegedly racially abusing Antoine Semenyo.

Murder-accused teacher 'begged medics to save baby', court hears 5 May 2026, 4:21 pm

Preston Davey was abused and murdered after being adopted by two men, a jury has been told.

Cruise passengers tell of life on board stranded ship after hantavirus outbreak 5 May 2026, 3:40 pm

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

Is Gibbs-White favourite to start as England's number 10 at World Cup? 5 May 2026, 3:33 pm

Morgan Gibbs-White has enjoyed an impressive resurgence in 2026, so is the Nottingham Forest attacking midfielder now the leading contender for the number 10 role with England at the World Cup?

Sing returns as Red Roses rejig back three against Italy 5 May 2026, 1:58 pm

Emma Sing, Ellie Kildunne and Mia Venner comprise a new-look back-three combination for England's Women's Six Nations game against Italy on Saturday.

Bowen: Strait of Hormuz standoff raises risk of sliding back into all-out war 5 May 2026, 11:38 am

The US and Iran's determination to keep the pressure on each other has put the fragile Gulf ceasefire in serious jeopardy.

LIVE at Maida Vale studios… How popular is Donald Trump in the US? 30 Apr 2026, 11:01 pm

And why isn't there more support for Democrats?

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