US, Iran clash in Hormuz as war escalates: What happened, why it matters
EXPLAINER US, Iran clash in Hormuz as war escalates: What happened, why it matters A ceasefire between the US and Iran has been in place since April 8. Both sides…
UK identifies new suspected hantavirus case on remote island
UK identifies new suspected hantavirus case on remote island The UK confirms two British cases on board a cruise ship and a suspected infection on the Tristan da Cunha island.…
Yemen fuel price hikes deepen hardship as transport costs rise
Yemen fuel price hikes deepen hardship as transport costs rise Rising fuel costs in Yemen force drivers to raise fares, as passengers struggle with worsening financial burdens. Save Motorcyclists queue…
UK’s Labour set for heavy losses in elections as Reform makes early gains
UK’s Labour set for heavy losses in elections as Reform makes early gains Nigel Farage’s populist party Reform UK has made early gains in local elections with wins in Labour…
John Curtice: Early results show how fragmented UK politics has become
John Curtice: Election results show politics in the UK has fragmented 9 minutes agoSir John CurticeProfessor of politics, Strathclyde University BBC The overnight local election results have confirmed that, for…
Quiz: Which facial feature almost stopped Attenborough’s TV career?
Sir David Attenborough turns 100. How well do you know the broadcaster’s life and career?
UK elections – early results and takeaways; will Starmer have to resign?
EXPLAINER UK elections – early results and takeaways; will Starmer have to resign? Ruling Labour party has suffered early losses with Reform and Greens gaining in local council elections. Save…
Russia, Ukraine trade fire, blame despite Victory Day ceasefire
Russia, Ukraine trade fire, blame despite Victory Day ceasefire Warring sides accuse each other of violations as attacks continue across front lines. Save Firefighters extinguish burning vehicles at a site…
Indonesia volcano kills three as search for 20 missing hikers under way
Indonesia volcano kills three as search for 20 missing hikers under way Mount Dukono erupts on Halmahera island, trapping hikers who went to the area despite it being closed since…
Amid Ukraine’s daring assaults, Russia scales back Victory Day celebrations
Amid Ukraine’s daring assaults, Russia scales back Victory Day celebrations An important date in the Russian calendar, May 9 will be a slimmed-down affair with less military showcasing. Save Russian…