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Why defence funding deal offered to Healey wasn't enough to keep him 9 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Jonathan Beale Defence correspondent Reuters The surprise thing about John Healey's resignation is that he never looked like a quitter. He has always been a loyal minister and Lab…

Elon Musk delivers a speech during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on 22 January 2026. Photograph: Harun Ozalp/Anadolu via Getty Images View image in fullscreen Elon Musk delivers a speech during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on 22 Janu…

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Rapist jailed for trafficking and abusing girls 38 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Victoria Scheer at Sheffield Crown Court South Yorkshire Police Bawan Harwe was sentenced at Sheffield Crown Court on Thursday A shop worker who groomed and trafficked seven girls aged between 12 and…

A herd of sheep graze near solar panels in Saltillo, Texas. Photograph: Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News via Getty Images View image in fullscreen A herd of sheep graze near solar panels in Saltillo, Texas. Photograph: Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News via Getty Images Solar generates more …

Police attempt to disperse people near Newtownabbey in Belfast on Wednesday. Photograph: Peter Morrison/AP View image in fullscreen Police attempt to disperse people near Newtownabbey in Belfast on Wednesday. Photograph: Peter Morrison/AP Northern Ireland secretary condemns ‘racist thuggery’ after f…

Cheng's comments come as Taiwan awaits approval on a $14 billion arms package from the U.S., and as uncertainty lingers over Washington's long-term commitment to the island's defense.

Police attempt to clear protesters near Newtownabbey in Belfast. Photograph: Peter Morrison/AP View image in fullscreen Police attempt to clear protesters near Newtownabbey in Belfast. Photograph: Peter Morrison/AP Police warned for months about addresses targeted in Belfast riots Exclusive: PSNI re…

Space Exploration Technologies’ site in Hawthorne, California. The IPO is oversubscribed by three or four times. Photograph: Patrick T Fallon/AFP/Getty View image in fullscreen Space Exploration Technologies’ site in Hawthorne, California. The IPO is oversubscribed by three or four times. Photograph…

The reboot highlights a dire problem for the country's nuclear program. Japan is running out of space to store spent nuclear fuel and lacks plans for radioactive waste disposal.

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The National Museum of Korea is home to the Room of Quiet Contemplation, which features two of South Korea's most treasured artworks: gilt-bronze bodhisattva statues from the 6th and 7th centuries.

Healey said the defence investment plan ‘falls well short of what is required for defence and the country at this dangerous time’. Photograph: Toby Melville/Reuters View image in fullscreen Healey said the defence investment plan ‘falls well short of what is required for defence and the country at t…

Police officer, 19, dies from crash injuries 7 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Tom MacDougall and Mark Denten , North East and Cumbria Northumbria Police Jess Turnbull joined Northumbria Police in September last year A 19-year-old police officer hurt in a crash while responding to …

Five winning images from a photo contest show scientists at work and capture the wonder of research and discovery.

In the 9th century, Muhammad ibn Musa al-Kharizmi helped solidify the concept of algorithms in mathematics and popularized algebra and the use of the zero.

The New York Knicks made a record comeback from 29 points down and moved to the brink of their first championship since 1973 by beating the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 on Wednesday night.

Met Police calls on tech firms to make stolen phones unusable Just now Share Save Add as preferred on Google Yang Tian Getty Images The Metropolitan Police is calling on tech firms to make stolen phones harder to reuse and prevent criminals from profiting. Met Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has…

Andy Burnham on the campaign trail in Makerfield, where ‘people are genuinely quite shocked when he turns up to see them in person’. Photograph: Jon Super/AP View image in fullscreen Andy Burnham on the campaign trail in Makerfield, where ‘people are genuinely quite shocked when he turns up to see t…

BBC tours UFC arena at White House UFC Freedom 250 is set to take place on the White House's South Lawn on 14 June, US President Donald Trump's 80th birthday, and is also part of celebrations to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The BBC's White House repor…

Mirren, who played Israeli prime minister Golda Meir in a 2023 biopic, was speaking at the Taormina film festival. Photograph: Daniele Venturelli/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Mirren, who played Israeli prime minister Golda Meir in a 2023 biopic, was speaking at the Taormina film festival. P…

A candlelight vigil for Melissa and Mark Hortman outside the capitol building in Saint Paul, Minnesota, on 18 June 2025. Photograph: Steven Garcia/NurPhoto/Shutterstock View image in fullscreen A candlelight vigil for Melissa and Mark Hortman outside the capitol building in Saint Paul, Minnesota, on…

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The approval by the MHRA makes the UK the third country to authorise the pills, behind the US and the UAE. Photograph: Bloomberg/Getty Images View image in fullscreen The approval by the MHRA makes the UK the third country to authorise the pills, behind the US and the UAE. Photograph: Bloomberg/Gett…

By Nick McPheat BBC Sport Scotland In the days following Unai Emery's appointment as Aston Villa head coach, John McGinn was north of the border catching up with some old friends. Some classic west of Scotland pessimism set in. "He's going to think 'Who's this wee Scottish guy?'" he told his mates i…

The data, released for the first time, shows the scale of a practice the president of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine has called a ‘national scandal’. Photograph: Lankowsky/Alamy View image in fullscreen The data, released for the first time, shows the scale of a practice the president of th…

Jilted bride who went ahead with wedding gets engaged 10 hours ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Nicholas Bourne , BBC Wales and Leigh Boobyer , BBC Wales Kayley Stead Rather than cancel the £12,000 wedding day, Kayley decided to continue after her former partner failed to turn up When Kayle…

Arbroath and Broughty Ferry: A tale of two high streets 8 hours ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Graeme Ogston , Tayside and Central reporter and Louise Cowie BBC Broughty Ferry's Brook Street is the bustling shopping centre of the town Take a stroll along the high street in Broughty Ferry …

Mis-Teeq on reuniting, UK garage and Alesha Dixon's ad libs 49 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Pete Allison and Ian Murphy , BBC Newsbeat Simon Jones PR (L-R) Su-Elise Nash, Sabrina Washington and Alesha Dixon were known for blending UK garage with R&B A lot has changed for noughti…

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Published 11 June 2026, 11:11 BST Updated 6 minutes ago Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's has been curtailed as her playing partner Victoria Mboko has withdrawn with a left knee injury. The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, 44, made her return to tennis on Tuesday after almost four yea…

With a record 48 teams and 1,248 players, there's an endless number of stats about the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here are a few to get you started.

U.S. launches a second-round of strikes against Iran, inflation jumps to its highest level in more than three years, 2026 World Cup kicks off in Mexico.

Lightning over the Florida coast. Safety regulations state that a strike within 10 miles of a stadium triggers a 30-minute suspension of a game. Photograph: Wirestock, Inc./Alamy View image in fullscreen Lightning over the Florida coast. Safety regulations state that a strike within 10 miles of a st…

Social media on trial: Four important cases to watch 11 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Kali Hays Technology reporter, San Francisco Getty Images Social media is under intense legal scrutiny When social media started to take over the internet 20 years ago, it was widely hailed as a…

Victoria police believe Orijol Rukaj is still in the metropolitan Melbourne area, after the accused drug importer escaped custody while attending his brother’s funeral. Photograph: Kzenon/Alamy View image in fullscreen Victoria police believe Orijol Rukaj is still in the metropolitan Melbourne area,…

'Have you lost control?' - BBC sports editor asks Fifa chief Infantino To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. This video can not be played 'Have you lost control?' - BBC sports editor asks Fifa chief Infantino Close 6 9 BBC sports editor Dan Roan quizzes Fifa president Gia…

Healey quits as defence secretary amid military spending row 1 hour ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Richard Wheeler , Political reporter and Joshua Nevett , Political reporter EPA/Shutterstock John Healey has quit as defence secretary amid a battle within government over funding for a long…

Counter-terrorism police leading school stabbing inquiry 6 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Richard Baker North West BBC Two pupils and a teacher were hurt at the school on Plant Hill Road, Manchester Counter-terrorism police have taken over the investigation into a stabbing at a Ma…

The US attack on the MT Settebello came on the same day as a strike on another Indian-crewed vessel sailing under the flag of Guinea-Bissau (pictured). Photograph: CENTCOM View image in fullscreen The US attack on the MT Settebello came on the same day as a strike on another Indian-crewed vessel sai…

A study of more than 2,300 9- to 10-year-olds found that socioeconomic factors explained most differences in the preteens' brain development.

Keir Starmer’s reputation on defence lies in tatters after John Healey’s resignation. Photograph: Oli Scarff/Reuters View image in fullscreen Keir Starmer’s reputation on defence lies in tatters after John Healey’s resignation. Photograph: Oli Scarff/Reuters Analysis Global wars, a depleted military…

Jeffrey Donaldson arriving at court for his trial on Thursday. Photograph: Charles McQuillan/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Jeffrey Donaldson arriving at court for his trial on Thursday. Photograph: Charles McQuillan/Getty Images Alleged rape of girl ‘simply not true’, Jeffrey Donaldson tells…

Image source, Getty Images Published 16 minutes ago It is a dilemma plenty of people in the UK will be wrestling with over the next few weeks - stay up for the match, or catch up the morning after. But how do you find out what's happened overnight at the World Cup without any spoilers? Well, we are …

BBC tours UFC arena at White House UFC Freedom 250 is set to take place on the White House's South Lawn on 14 June, US President Donald Trump's 80th birthday, and is also part of celebrations to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The BBC's White House repor…

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El Niño under way and threatens weather extremes, scientists say 6 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Matt McGrath , Environment correspondent , Simon King , Lead Weather Presenter and Mark Poynting , Climate reporter EPA/Shutterstock El Niño - the natural Pacific weather pattern that…

Image source, PA Media Image caption, Martin O'Neill led Celtic to the Scottish Premiership title and Scottish Cup last season By Tom English BBC Scotland's chief sports writer Published 19 minutes ago Once Martin O'Neill indicated a desire to carry on as Celtic manager, it would have taken a brave …

Security experts have linked the attack at Erawan Shrine to anger over Thailand’s deportation of more than 100 Uyghurs to China weeks earlier. Photograph: Sakchai Lalit/AP View image in fullscreen Security experts have linked the attack at Erawan Shrine to anger over Thailand’s deportation of more t…

England’s Declan Rice passes the ball during a pre-World Cup friendly against Costa Rica. Photograph: John Raoux/AP View image in fullscreen England’s Declan Rice passes the ball during a pre-World Cup friendly against Costa Rica. Photograph: John Raoux/AP ITV says World Cup will be ‘six-week Super …

'Hidden house' farmer slams contempt conviction 6 hours ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google George Torr East Midlands Derbyshire Dales District Council The unauthorised dwelling was concealed inside an agricultural barn A farmer found in contempt of court for failing to remove a "hidden house"…

A herd of sheep graze near solar panels in Saltillo, Texas. Photograph: Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News via Getty Images View image in fullscreen A herd of sheep graze near solar panels in Saltillo, Texas. Photograph: Angela Piazza/The Dallas Morning News via Getty Images Solar generates more …

Thai court sentences two men to death over Bangkok shrine bombing 3 hours ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Jonathan Head South East Asia correspondent, Bangkok Reuters There have been questions over whether justice has been served by the verdict A court in Thailand has found two men guilty …

London is widely regarded as the phone-snatching capital of Europe, with between 200 and 300 devices stolen each day. Photograph: Jeffrey Blackler/Alamy View image in fullscreen London is widely regarded as the phone-snatching capital of Europe, with between 200 and 300 devices stolen each day. Phot…

Three Indian sailors killed in US strike on oil tanker 29 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Cherylann Mollan Centcom Centcom posted what it said was footage of the strike on the ship's engine room Three Indian sailors who were reported missing have been killed after the US military s…

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Ja'Kobe Tharp is in his junior year at Auburn University By Ben Collins BBC Sport journalist Published 7 minutes ago Ja'Kobe Tharp broke the 110m hurdles world record during heats at the American college championships on Wednesday. The 20-year-old, from Aubu…

Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with children 9 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Faarea Masud Business reporter Getty Images Ryanair is being investigated by the UK's competition watchdog over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their child on flights. The…

Bins set alight on the Crumlin Road area of Belfast, as disorder flared during an anti-immigration demonstration. Photograph: Claudia Savage/PA View image in fullscreen Bins set alight on the Crumlin Road area of Belfast, as disorder flared during an anti-immigration demonstration. Photograph: Claud…

The sight of men and boys with dark clothing and covered faces posing as defenders of their communities echoed the Troubles. Photograph: Paul Faith/AFP/Getty Images View image in fullscreen The sight of men and boys with dark clothing and covered faces posing as defenders of their communities echoed…

Four days of rain slashed population of world's rarest orangutans, study says 36 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Gavin Butler Getty Images The rare Tapanuli orangutan was only discovered in 2017 - but researchers fear it could be headed for extinction Four days of extreme rain and …

Brett Blundy’s investment firm, BBRC International, owns about 13% of Victoria’s Secret lingerie brand, well-known for its recently reinstated annual fashion show, pictured. Photograph: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Victoria's Secret View image in fullscreen Brett Blundy’s investment firm, BB…

Retired film-maker Peter Weir accepts the Australian Film Television and Radio School lifetime achievement award at Sydney film festival. Photograph: Tim Levy View image in fullscreen Retired film-maker Peter Weir accepts the Australian Film Television and Radio School lifetime achievement award at …

Activists protesting against sexual violence outside court in Avignon in 2024 during Dominique Pelicot’s trial. Photograph: Yoan Valat/EPA View image in fullscreen Activists protesting against sexual violence outside court in Avignon in 2024 during Dominique Pelicot’s trial. Photograph: Yoan Valat/E…

The Liberal leader, Angus Taylor, has been urged by Tony Pasin, a conservative Liberal from rural South Australia and a shadow minister on Taylor’s frontbench, to ‘work hand-in-glove’ with One Nation to defeat Labor. Photograph: Asanka Ratnayake/Getty Images View image in fullscreen The Liberal lead…

Former Labor minister Gareth Evans says Aukus is a doubling down on Australia’s commitment to the US alliance and paints a target on the country’s back in the event of a military conflict. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP View image in fullscreen Former Labor minister Gareth Evans says Aukus is a doubling…

A World Cup guide for new football fans 1 day ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Kwasi Gyamfi Asiedu Washington DC Getty Images Christian Pulisic of the US men's team gets some air time during a friendly match against Germany It's difficult to miss the buzz and excitement surrounding the Fifa…

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Thomas Tuchel's England have won both of their World Cup warm-up games, against New Zealand and Costa Rica By Phil McNulty Chief football writer Published 7 minutes ago England's final friendly before the World Cup was delayed by violent storms rattling arou…

Published 6 June 2026 The 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico is almost here. It is the biggest World Cup in history with 48 teams taking place. Here's a list of the games and where you can watch and listen to them in the UK. Related topics Football FIFA World Cup 2026 More on thi…

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Donald Trump speaks during a signing ceremony for the Secure America Act in the White House in Washington DC on 10 June 2026. Photograph: Aaron Schwartz/Pool/Aaron Schwartz - Pool/CNP/Shutterstock View image in fullscreen Donald Trump speaks during a signing ceremony for the Secure America Act in th…

Dozens of children put at risk after gender care failures at GP clinic, inquiry finds Just now Share Save Add as preferred on Google Alison Holt , Social affairs editor and Jim Reed , Health reporter BBC Dozens of children questioning their gender, including some under 13 years old, were inappropria…

Jay Clayton in New York, New York on 8 June 2023. Photograph: Jeenah Moon/Bloomberg via Getty Images View image in fullscreen Jay Clayton in New York, New York on 8 June 2023. Photograph: Jeenah Moon/Bloomberg via Getty Images Trump nominates Jay Clayton as top US intelligence official after pushbac…

The lawsuit seeks damages and a court order requiring OpenAI to automatically terminate ChatGPT conversations about self-harm. Photograph: Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto via Getty Images View image in fullscreen The lawsuit seeks damages and a court order requiring OpenAI to automatically terminate ChatGPT …

A wooden cross engulfed in flames as it leans against a tree in Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois, on 9 July. Photograph: Keinika Carlton/AP A wooden cross engulfed in flames as it leans against a tree in Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois, on 9 July. Photograph: Keinika Carlton/AP Chicago officials sear…

Pentagon floors on lockdown after 'hazardous materials' incident 14 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Getty Images Several floors in the Pentagon building have been placed on lockdown following the detection of an "air quality issue", prompting hazardous material (hazmat) response te…

Fatima Jabbe-Bio has been listed on the tenancy with Southwark council since 2007. Photograph: Ahmed Jallanzo/EPA View image in fullscreen Fatima Jabbe-Bio has been listed on the tenancy with Southwark council since 2007. Photograph: Ahmed Jallanzo/EPA London council seizes social housing flat rente…

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Teenager Kimi Antonelli has won five consecutive races this season and has also been on pole position four times By Andrew Benson F1 Correspondent Published 22 minutes ago Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli says he still has a lot to prove despite the imposing c…

Andy Burnham campaigning in the Makerfield constituency this week. Photograph: Anthony Devlin/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Andy Burnham campaigning in the Makerfield constituency this week. Photograph: Anthony Devlin/Getty Images Andy Burnham rules out paying compensation to Waspi women Lab…

'I haven't left my house, I'm scared' says Mean Girls actor as Belfast shows cancelled over violence 17 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Peter Coulter BBC News NI Paul Coltas Vivian Panka (centre) was due to play Regina George in the Mean Girls musical in Belfast One of the lead cas…

Asylum appeal backlog at record high, new figures show 17 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Tom Edgington and Rob England , BBC Verify BBC/PA Media The backlog of asylum appeal cases has reached a new record high, according to Ministry of Justice figures. Nearly 87,500 appeals to ove…

The ‘painted ladies’ in San Francisco on 20 August 2024. Photograph: Ethan Swope/Getty Images View image in fullscreen The ‘painted ladies’ in San Francisco on 20 August 2024. Photograph: Ethan Swope/Getty Images AI wealth boom sending San Francisco home prices surging: ‘It’s ridiculous’ Employees a…

David Sullivan resigned as a West Ham director and co-chair of the recently relegated men’s club before the publication of the claims about his conduct. Photograph: Mike Egerton/PA View image in fullscreen David Sullivan resigned as a West Ham director and co-chair of the recently relegated men’s cl…

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Charlie Dalin revealed he had cancer when he published his book in October By Ben Collins BBC Sport journalist Published 19 minutes ago French sailor Charlie Dalin - the most recent winner of the non-stop round-the-world Vendee Globe race - has died aged 42 …

A visitor walks past a giant euro sign inside the headquarters of the European Central Bank in Frankfurt Photograph: Kirill Kudryavtsev/AFP/Getty Images View image in fullscreen A visitor walks past a giant euro sign inside the headquarters of the European Central Bank in Frankfurt Photograph: Kiril…

By Alex Bysouth BBC Sport senior journalist Published 5 hours ago It's a daunting task. Trying to whittle down thousands of players from 22 tournaments spread over almost a century to pick the top 10 World Cup legends of all time. To my mind, the top six or seven are obvious - even if the order is d…

Donald Trump said said Tehran would ‘pay the price’ for stalled negotiations. Photograph: Ken Cedeno/AFP/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Donald Trump said said Tehran would ‘pay the price’ for stalled negotiations. Photograph: Ken Cedeno/AFP/Getty Images First Thing: US and Iran trade fire aft…

Most cases were among unvaccinated children aged 10 and under, UKHSA said. Photograph: Lourdes Balduque/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Most cases were among unvaccinated children aged 10 and under, UKHSA said. Photograph: Lourdes Balduque/Getty Images Two children die from measles as England …

Jeffrey Donaldson takes the stand in sex abuse trial 34 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Julian O'Neill Crime and justice correspondent, BBC News NI PA Media Sir Jeffrey Donaldson arriving at Newry Crown Court on Thursday The former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has taken the wit…

Episode details News , · 11 Jun 2026 , · 39 mins The Democrats fight back Trump-style in Maine… but have they messed up? Americast Play Bookmark Bookmark Subscribe Subscribe Available for over a year There are new allegations against Graham Platner, the confirmed Democratic senate candidate in Maine…

The UK government nationalised the British Steel works, fearing its closure would put up to 2,700 jobs at risk. Photograph: Ryan Jenkinson/Getty Images View image in fullscreen The UK government nationalised the British Steel works, fearing its closure would put up to 2,700 jobs at risk. Photograph:…

Good morning. Hilary Benn , secretary for Northern Ireland , has accused people online of trying to incite disorder in Belfast after two days of unrest in the city after a knife attack. This comes after a second night of violent unrest in the area, where police used a water cannon to disperse a crow…

Scotland fans arrive in the US as World Cup anticipation builds 3 hours ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Megan Bonar and Kayleigh Harvey , BBC Scotland, Boston Jim Stewart Jim Stewart (second left) and friends watched the pre-tournament friendly with Bolivia Thousands of Scotland fans are d…

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Rob Edwards made more than 100 appearances for Wolves as a player By Nick Mashiter Football reporter Published 21 minutes ago Wolves have sacked head coach Rob Edwards after just seven months following their relegation from the Premier League. The club had p…

Pope Leo heads to Canary Islands to highlight perilous journeys of migrants 58 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Sarah Rainsford Southern and Eastern Europe correspondent , Canary Islands BBC Bakary Jaiju left behind his wife and child, crossing the Atlantic for the Canary Islands to…

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Karl-Anthony Towns added 13 points for the Knicks By Ben Collins BBC Sport journalist Published 7 minutes ago NBA legend Charles Barkley branded the San Antonio Spurs "the dumbest basketball team in the history of civilisation" after the New York Knicks pull…

Canada proposes teen social media ban - with workaround for tech firms 6 hours ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Nadine Yousif Senior Canada reporter Getty Images The proposed law comes ahead of next week's G7 summit, where world leaders are expected to discuss measures to protect children f…