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Modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead in Paris suburbs
Daniel Siad, whose name appears in the Epstein files thousands of times, had previously denied knowledge of the threat Jeffrey Epstein posed.…
U.S. and Iranian attacks continue as tensions mount on a key waterway in the Red Sea
The attacks overshadowed diplomatic efforts in Pakistan, one of the conflict's mediators, where a senior Iranian official held talks potentially aimed…
Graphic evidence shown as D4vd murder hearing begins
Hearing in singer D4vd's murder case begins.…
Lebanese army deployed in ‘pilot zone’ as families wait to return home
Lebanese army deployed in ‘pilot zone’ as families wait to return home…
Austria turns Adolf Hitler’s birthplace into police station
Austrian politicians hope the change will prevent neo-Nazis from visiting the building as a place of pilgrimage.…
America’s decades-old bipartisan consensus on Israel has been shattered
The Democratic establishment has faced growing pressure to change its stance on Israel. It has finally begun to do so.…
Andy Burnham's (un)funded tax cut
Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans for a “cost of living government”.…
From singing in a bar to performing as an alien in new Supergirl film
Winnie Ama couldn't believe her luck when she had the chance to sing her original song in the new Supergirl movie - but there was a catch.…
Ossoff challenges Hegseth on cost and duration of Iran war
Ossoff challenges Hegseth on cost and duration of Iran war…
Russia reports injuries after top online retailer Wildberries hit again
Company CEO says logistics centres in Krasnodar and Nevinnomyssk evacuated days after workers killed in earlier attack.…
Trump ally pledges to ‘work with people’ he disagrees with after Arizona primary win – US politics live
Andy Biggs – a hard-right congressman endorsed by Donald Trump – won the Republican nomination for Arizona governorHello and welcome to the US politic…
Australia to warn China it won’t be bulled by ‘provocative‘ actions as it builds military and nuclear arsenal
Foreign minister Penny Wong will deliver speech criticising China’s recent launch of a nuclear-capable submarine-launched missileGet our breaking news…
Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa retires after 22-year career
The 41-year-old, who played in six FIFA World Cups, announces he will retire from both club and country.…
Where are Newcastle in bid to be the best by 2030?
As the fifth anniversary of Newcastle's takeover approaches, BBC Sport assesses whether the project to be "the best" is still on track.…
Iran, Gulf hit as Hormuz, Bab al-Mandeb close: What’s the latest?
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth tells US senators that the war has cost the US $37.5bn so far.…
Prince George poses in suit for new photo as he becomes a teenager
It's a big year for the young prince, who will start secondary school at the elite Eton College in September.…
Adversity to history - Agyarko's world title dream
Belfast's Caoimhin Agyarko's dream is to become Ireland's first black professional boxing champion and he can reach his goal when he challenges Josh K…
India opposition leader Gandhi freed after detention at student-led protest
Demands from young people and Cockroach Janta Party pose one of the biggest challenges to PM Modi's government.…
Algeria: Toxic colonisation
The French army’s illegal use of chemical weapons in Algeria’s war of independence, as revealed by testimony and documents.…
Air defences activate in Iran and flames rise from US attacks
Explosions could be heard over Tehran as the US army said it had completed its 11th consecutive day of strikes on Iran.…
US ‘open’ to negotiations with Iran but Tehran not ‘serious’, Rubio says
US Secretary of State says Iranian control over Strait of Hormuz sets 'dangerous precedent', as attacks continue.…
EU bids to finalise new Russia sanctions amid discontent from some member states – Europe live
EU ambassadors head to Brussels aiming to sign off on 21st package of sanctions, after previous attempts ended without successin DniproSome much-await…
PC Harper killers' potential early release is an 'insult', says his mother
PC Harper, 28, sustained fatal injuries while responding to a quad bike theft in Berkshire in 2019.…
Nottingham attacks NHS trust faces manslaughter probe
The hospital trust treated Valdo Calocane before he killed three people in the city in 2023.…
Ukrainian drones hit Russian online retailer Wildberries, media and governor say
Logistics hubs belonging to Wildberries in Krasnodar and Stavropol were struck overnight on Tuesday.…
Iran toll in Hormuz would set ‘dangerous precedent’ says Rubio
Iran toll in Hormuz would set 'dangerous precedent' says Rubio…
Military kit still failing women, troops say
Servicewomen still face shortages of properly fitting kit, five years after a landmark report.…
Middle East crisis live: US renews strikes on Iran as Trump threatens to attack nuclear site ‘very heavily’
US military completes 11th night of strikes as attacks overshadow diplomatic efforts in Pakistan to salvage interim ceasefire dealHouthis threaten att…
Newcastle closing in on Liverpool forward Kiernan
Newcastle United are in advanced talks to sign Republic of Ireland forward Leanne Kiernan from Liverpool.…
Mamdani says New York City can't arrest Netanyahu but the federal government should
New York Mayor Mamdani said the city would not be able to execute an arrest warrant issued by the top war-crimes court for Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu…