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UK culture minister quits X over ‘abuse and misinformation’
UK Department of Culture, Media and Sport will also stop using social media platform.…
Trump administration aims to cut regulations on US commercial fishing
Scallop fishing had been banned in the New England waters since 1994 on account of overfishing.…
Sciver-Brunt leads superb England into World Cup final
England roar into Sunday's T20 World Cup final against Australia with a superb 40-run victory against South Africa at The Oval.…
Trump administration renews pressure on International Criminal Court
The US says it will reject any effort by court to assert authority over citizens, days after judges sue over sanctions.…
LIVE: Portugal vs Croatia – FIFA World Cup 2026
Live coverage and text updates, with team news, from our commentary stream as Ronaldo's Portugal target the last 16.…
I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham
The Makerfield MP also rejects attacks on his economic stance, insisting he would not be "indisciplined" on finances.…
Christian missionaries have found a new (virtual) mission territory
The room may be virtual, but the prayer — and the evangelism — are not.…
Violent clashes as Albania’s anti-government protests continue
Violent clashes as Albania’s anti-government protests continue…
Mini-mart at centre of BBC investigation closed down
The Cradley Market shop, in Sandwell, is closed for three months following an investigation.…
US Olympian indicted after Trump alleged ‘vandalism’ at DC reflecting pool
Canoeist David Hearn was arrested in June after touching a peeling piece of liner in the pool from renovation projectDavid Hearn, a three-time US Olym…
Nine Buddhist monks killed by child driving truck in Thailand
Nine Buddhist monks were killed after a truck driven by an 11-year-old boy struck a pilgrimage procession in Thailand.…
Supermarket chaos for air conditioner sale in France amid heatwave
Supermarket chaos erupted in France as shoppers raced to buy Lidl's discounted air conditioners and fans…
Burnham promises to ease cost of living pressures if he becomes prime minister
Makerfield MP said he would consider reducing business rates as part of a package that could also include freeze on private rentsAndy Burnham promised…
Infrastructure cuts to pay for defence will cost UK 10,000 jobs, analysis shows
Exclusive: Findings cast doubt on Starmer claims that reallocation of funds to MoD will boost British jobsKeir Starmer’s decision to cut billions of p…
Burnham ‘coronation’ will anger some Labour members, party bosses warned
NEC told it must take steps to address fears – including not hiring Everton stadium to announce new leader before nominations even openLabour chiefs h…
‘Miracle’: Trapped man rescued eight days after Venezuela earthquakes
Attention has turned to the humanitarian response after at least 2,295 people are confirmed dead, and 13,000 homeless.…
What to know about the Society of St. Pius X, the schismatic group excommunicated by the Pope
The Society of St. Pius X was excommunicated by Pope Leo for ordaining bishops without his permission. Its issues with the church run far deeper.…
‘Hugely significant’: those affected by forced adoptions welcome apology but demand more remedy
Victims say hearing Keir Starmer’s acknowledgment of their suffering was emotional but want more mental supportThis summer’s World Cup fever vividly t…
Outrage over ‘cruel’ Florida move to ban undocumented students from college
Critics condemn decision by education board aligned with hard-right Ron DeSantis to block access to college systemImmigration advocates in Florida hav…
Culture secretary quits X in protest at 'misinformation'
Lisa Nandy says her department is also leaving Elon Musk's platform, which she claims "isn't healthy for our democracy".…
Defra breached law when it let farmers use bee-killing pesticide, watchdog says
Office for Environmental Protection finds failures by department when it granted emergency authorisation in 2023 and 2024The UK government breached en…
Politician's call for rabbit owner training courses labelled 'hare-brained'
Mike Hedges said people should be restricted from being owners until "they understand the needs of rabbits".…
Maddy Cusack's coach her 'nemesis', mum tells inquest
Cusack would still be alive if the coach of the women's team had not been employed, her mother says.…
What is the Society of St Pius X? Why Pope Leo excommunicated its bishops
The Vatican declares 'schism' in Catholic Church after bishops were ordained without Pope Leo XIV's approval.…
Boy rapists given custody sentences by Court of Appeal
Two teenage boys convicted of rape had initially been given non-custodial sentences.…
Nigel Farage reported to standards watchdog over ‘crypto lobbying’
Commissioner asked to investigate Reform UK leader after private meeting with Bank of England governorThe standards watchdog has been urged to investi…
How Labour diverted billions from NHS services to appease Trump – The Latest
The NHS will divert billions of pounds from essential services to pay for new medicines, under the terms of the US-UK trade deal agreed in December, w…
WHO says Hantavirus outbreak linked to ship is over
The World Health Organization's director general says no further cases have been reported since 25 May.…
AOC endorses progressive Democrat in closely watched Michigan race for US Senate seat
El-Sayed, backed by Bernie Sanders, leads polls ahead of Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow in primaryUS politics live – latest updatesAlexandria Ocas…
Lisa Faulkner reveals she's 'all clear' after breast cancer diagnosis
The actress, presenter and food writer says she had a 'big op' but was 'feeling so much better'.…