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Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy


The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time

Apr 22, 2026

No 10 had 'dismissive attitude' to Mandelson vetting, says sacked Foreign Office chief


Sir Olly Robbins has defended his decision to approve the peer's security clearance for the role.

Apr 22, 2026

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins


The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.

Apr 22, 2026

Why police are seeking to arrest billionaire K-pop mogul behind BTS


Bang Si-hyuk, who created the supergroup, denies defrauding investors before his $7.3bn company went public.

Apr 22, 2026

How Leicester went from Premier League champions to League One in a decade


Ten years ago, Leicester were days away from winning the Premier League. Next season, they will play in League One. How?

Apr 22, 2026

Ideal conditions to see peak of Lyrid meteor shower in UK


The Lyrid meteor shower is the oldest recorded and Wednesday brings near perfect weather conditions to see them as they peak. Simon King explains.

Apr 22, 2026

Boy, 17, pleads guilty to synagogue arson attack


Accelerant was thrown through the window of Kenton United Synagogue on Saturday night.

Apr 22, 2026

Migrant first to be convicted of endangering others under new crossing law


Tajik Mohammad pleaded guilty to piloting an overcrowded dinghy across the Channel in bad weather.

Apr 22, 2026

O'Sullivan starts well as Murphy squeezes through


Ronnie O'Sullivan begins his quest for a record-breaking eighth World Championship title with a dominant opening session against He Guoqiang.

Apr 22, 2026

Court challenge over Met Police's use of live facial recognition lost


The claim was brought over concerns the technology can be used in an arbitrary or discriminatory way.

Apr 22, 2026

Mass trial for 486 alleged gang members begins in El Salvador


Footage released by the attorney general's office shows large groups of men in prison attending the trial via video link.

Apr 22, 2026

Foo Fighters interview: 'We're a different band without Taylor Hawkins'


The band talk about life without their drummer, their "angry" new album, and their backstage Lego habit.

Apr 22, 2026

I was left with an £8,000 vet bill when my insurer cancelled my pet policy


Thousands of people have got in touch with BBC Your Voice over concerns about rising pet insurance costs and poor cover.

Apr 22, 2026

The Papers: 'Starmer on the ropes' and 'Sobbin' Robbins spills the beans'


The papers are dominated by the fallout for the prime minister from the failed vetting of Lord Mandelson for his role as British ambassador to the US.

Apr 22, 2026

Henry Zeffman: Robbins's revelations are a dangerous moment for Starmer


Drawing a line under Lord Mandelson's appointment is proving impossible for the prime minister.

Apr 22, 2026

Key evidence from sacked official at heart of Mandelson vetting row


Sir Olly Robbins has defended his actions amid a row over the vetting of the former US ambassador.

Apr 22, 2026

Furious Rosenior questions Chelsea's desire


Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior strongly criticises his players after they suffer a fifth loss in a row without scoring for first time since 1912.

Apr 22, 2026

UK gaming icon Peter Molyneux on AI, his final creation and a changing industry


The creator of iconic series such as Fable says Masters of Albion will be the last game he makes.

Apr 22, 2026

Dwayne Johnson wrestling film to be made into stage musical


Fighting With My Family, released in 2019, starred Florence Pugh as a young wrestler making her name.

Apr 22, 2026

Oil prices fluctuate as status of US-Iran peace talks remains unclear


US President Donald Trump said he will extend a ceasefire with Iran until peace talks have progressed.

Apr 22, 2026

Democratic congresswoman resigns after campaign finance charges


An investigation found she committed more than 20 ethics violations, including breaking campaign finance laws.

Apr 22, 2026

Unemployment rate unexpectedly falls as fewer students look for work


The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.

Apr 22, 2026

No 10 considered giving Starmer aide diplomat job, sacked official says


Sir Olly Robbins says he felt "uncomfortable" after No 10 discussed finding a role for Lord Doyle.

Apr 22, 2026

Man arrested outside Israeli embassy describes dangerous boat crossings to UK


Abdullah Albadri from Kuwait twice entered Britain on a small boat from France, the Old Bailey heard.

Apr 22, 2026

Trump participates in marathon Bible reading


Amid a quarrel with the Pope and criticism for a social media image, Trump shared a passage during a week-long event of reading the Bible.

Apr 22, 2026

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Apr 22, 2026

The Global Story: How Pakistan became the peacemaker


Talks are expected between the US and Iran in Islamabad.

Apr 22, 2026

The Prime Minister v Olly Robbins


Sacked Foreign Office chief describes 'dismissive' attitude to Mandelson vetting.

Apr 22, 2026

'Indefensible' and 'unacceptable' - furious Rosenior questions Chelsea's desire


Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior strongly criticises his players after they suffer a fifth loss in a row without scoring for first time since 1912.

Apr 22, 2026

How Leicester went from Premier League champions to League One in a decade


Ten years ago, Leicester were days away from winning the Premier League. Next season, they will play in League One. How?

Apr 22, 2026

O'Sullivan starts well as Murphy squeezes through


Ronnie O'Sullivan begins his quest for a record-breaking eighth World Championship title with a dominant opening session against He Guoqiang.

Apr 22, 2026

Brighton beat Chelsea to heap more pressure on Rosenior


Brighton heap more pressure on Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior as they ease to a comfortable 3-0 win thanks to goals from Ferdi Kadioglu, Jack Hinshelwood and Danny Welbeck.

Apr 22, 2026

Players can celebrate how they want - Guardiola


Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his players can "celebrate however you want" in response to criticism for their reaction to beating Arsenal.

Apr 22, 2026

Bellingham invests in Birmingham Hundred franchise


England and Real Madrid footballer Jude Bellingham purchases a 1.2% stake in Hundred franchise Birmingham Phoenix.

Apr 22, 2026

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