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Khamenei’s funeral procession moves through Tehran
Crowds filled the streets of Tehran as the funeral procession for Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, began.…
Funeral procession for Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei under way
Iranians mourn along procession route before burial in Mashhad during weeklong ceremonies.…
Farage says he's 'done no wrongdoing' after benefits from ally not declared
The Liberal Democrats have asked the Reform UK leader to be "straight with the British people".…
Sudan’s maternity wards reopen, bringing hope amid post-war struggles
Sudan’s maternity wards reopen, bringing hope and safe deliveries to mothers navigating post-war economic hardships.…
Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 11 on eve of NATO summit, authorities say
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had warned of a likely attack ahead of meeting with US President Donald Trump.…
Trump won spending promises from NATO last year. This week, he'll try to enforce them
President Donald Trump is heading to Ankara, Turkey, for the annual NATO summit. Last year, he pushed NATO allies to spend more on defense. This year,…
China tests long-range missile in Pacific in move Australia condemns as ‘destabilising to region’
Australian government confirms it was informed by China of its intent to conduct the test on Monday China has conducted a long-range missile test in t…
Millions join funeral procession for Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei
Crowds grew as they moved through Tehran as mourners wore black and carried flags with the slogan ‘we will rise’A millions strong crowd assembled on M…
Mexico's World Cup run ends early again with loss to England at Estadio Azteca
Playing at altitude with the passionate backing of 80,824 fans at Estadio Azteca, and with a man advantage for most of the second half, Mexico scored …
Haaland inspired Norway stun Brazil in historic World Cup knockout win
Norway fans celebrate with viking rows from outside the stadium in New Jersey to Oslo as the team stuns Brazil.…
Is the US really preparing to drop Israel?
With relations between Israel and the US fraught, some are speculating whether the special relationship may be at an end…
Haaland rewrites history by carrying Norway into World Cup quarterfinals
Haaland has emerged from the shadows of Messi, Mbappe and Ronaldo to rewrite World Cup history for Norway.…
Watch fans react to every goal of England v Mexico game
Watch as fans across the UK and in Mexico City cheer each goal of the England v Mexico World Cup match.…
Nine killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv on eve of Nato summit in Turkey
Crews are racing to find survivors under rubble as Russia targets Kyiv in air strikes for the second time in a week.…
London Diamond League is pricing us out, say families
Some call the UK's flagship athletics meet "exorbitant", with analysis showing events elsewhere are cheaper.…
Pizza Express held inquiry into Andrew's Woking claim
BBC Newsnight has learnt the pizza chain held an internal investigation into the former prince's assertion that he had visited its Woking branch.…
Thousands of forgotten Punjabi WW1 soldiers recognised for first time
Nearly 10,000 soldiers' names are being added to the official database of war dead, a cherised step for many of their ancestors.…
Ukraine hopes to sign ‘drone deals’ with seven Nato countries by end of year
Kyiv offers expertise on how to develop radar systems and ground stations as it turns from buyer to security providerUkraine hopes to sign major defen…
OPEC+ countries say they will expand monthly oil production
Seven OPEC+ members, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, to increase output by 188,000 barrels per day.…
Russia launches deadly missile and drone attacks on Kyiv
At least seven killed in the Ukraine capital in the second major assault on the city and its surrounds in less than a weekRussia struck Ukraine’s Kyiv…
Bellingham inspires ten-man England in 3-2 last-16 thriller against Mexico
England hands Mexico their first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach 2026 quarterfinals.…
Australian PM apologises for 'inappropriate' comments about Kylie Minogue
Albanese has apologised 'unequivocally' after his remarks were met with a wave of backlash.…
US sanctions target Rwandan firms linked to conflict minerals funding M23
The move underscores growing scrutiny of the conflict mineral trade fuelling violence in eastern DR Congo.…
Ronaldo’s last World Cup? We will see, says Portugal star before Spain clash
'I will finish when I choose,' Ronaldo reveals amid speculation about his World Cup future ahead of the last-16 match.…
Tuareg fighters claim to have shot down a Russian helicopter in Mali
Tuareg fighters in Mali have released footage claiming to have shot down a Russian Africa Corps Mi-24 helicopter.…
Bellingham heads England into the lead against Mexico
Jude Bellingham gives England the lead over Mexico with a header at the back post during their last 16 at the Mexico City Stadium.…
Iran war live: Tehran prepares for Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession
Millions expected at funeral procession for Iran's slain supreme leader in Tehran today.…
Wegovy weight loss pill now available in UK - here's what you need to know
The once-a-day pill, from the makers of the Wegovy weight-loss jab, can now be bought privately in UK pharmacies.…
Police leadership needs fundamental overhaul, review finds
Development and recruitment processes in the service need reforming, an independent report says.…
Belgium ‘astonished’ at FIFA’s U-turn on Balogun red card for USA match
Belgium's football federation is 'investigating all potential options' to safeguard football after FIFA's U-turn.…