The drones "posed an immediate threat to regional maritime traffic" in the Strait of Hormuz, US Central Command says.

A US soldier patrols the Arabian Sea. Photo: 20 april 2026

US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sites

England just needed to avoid defeat against Spain - instead they suffered their heaviest loss in 17 years, but it is not time to panic yet.

Spain expose England's flaws in heavy defeat that 'hurts'

Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Canada vs Republic of Ireland in the Friendlies

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Canada v Republic of Ireland

The Bulgarian singer says her historic victory in Vienna came close to never happening.

Dara is holding Eurovision's glass microphone trophy after winning the competition in Vienna in May. She is wearing a pink top with her shoulders uncovered, showing several tattoos. She has blonde highlights in her otherwise dark hair and is open-mouthed with excitement. She has pink eyeshadow with dark eyeliner and thick eyelashes. She is talking into a black microphone.

I wanted to quit Eurovision twice - then won it, says Bangaranga singer Dara

A committee of MPs has been formed to look at the case against Cyril Ramaphosa, but he may survive a vote.

A head-and-shoulders image of Cyril Ramaphosa. He is wearing a dark suit and the white collar of his shirt can just be seen. Some flags are out of focus in the background.

The cash-in-the-sofa saga that just won't go away for South Africa's president

Swifties worldwide are looking for clues about the superstar's nuptials to American football star Travis Kelce.

Singer Taylor Swift tilts her head up while sitting next to fiance Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs at Game Three between the New York Knicks and the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals.

When will Taylor Swift get married - fans have some ideas

Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third term despite falling domestic support.

A crowd of people, appearing to be mainly men, wave flags and placards, with many raising their arms. They are identified as supporters of Strong Armenia, the party of billionaire Russian-Armenian businessman Samvel Karapetyan.

Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government

One of the most violent chapters in EVE Online history wiped out an empire that had taken years to build.

A detailed space combat scene from EVE Online showing a large, spherical space station or defence platform with protruding cannons and antennae suspended in orbit near a planet. In the foreground, a sleek, armoured spacecraft is being struck and erupting in a bright orange explosion, with fragments and debris scattering outward. Multiple red laser beams streak across the scene from left to right, aimed toward the exploding ship. Surrounding the central action are several other spacecraft of varying sizes, partially silhouetted against a green nebula backdrop filled with stars and drifting clouds of gas. A curved planetary surface is visible along the left edge, while harsh lighting from the explosion and weapon fire highlights metallic textures and creates strong contrast against the darker vacuum of space.

How a virtual space battle lost gamers £400,000

The Israeli military says Friday's "incident is under review", expressing "deep sorrow for any harm caused".

A Palestinian father stands in a Hebron hospital emergency room with his clothes stained with blood. His his seven-month-old baby was killed by Israeli forces, the Palestinian health ministry said. Photo: 5 June 2026

Palestinian baby killed by Israeli gunfire in West Bank, health ministry says

Fifa says fans will be able to bring sealed disposable water bottles into World Cup stadiums following criticism over a decision to ban reusable bottles.

England fans arrive at the stadium prior to during the World Cup Qatar 2022 Group B match between England and Iran

Fifa clarifies water bottle stadium rule

The new drama centres on Alice discovering best friend Steve is dating her 26-year-old daughter.

Nicola Walker as Alice holding a shotgun in her hand 

Your middle-aged friend starts dating your daughter - drama explores what happens next

England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are all vying for places at the Women's World Cup - but how can they get there with one round of group games left in European qualifying?

Sarina Wiegman on the touchline, wearing a light blue top, during England's 4-0 defeat by Spain

How England can still qualify for the Women's World Cup

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just around the corner, why not catch a bit of the action from a more surprising location? 

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From a castle ruin to historic baths - unusual places to watch the World Cup

Germany forward Lennart Karl is ruled out of the 2026 World Cup with a thigh injury.

Germany forward Karl ruled out of World Cup

In the long, inglorious history of political self-destruction the Ulster Unionist Party record takes some beating.

A composite showing Doug Beattie on the left and Jon Burrows on the right. Both men are wearing a blazer and shirt. 

Feuding within Ulster Unionists 'would make an Eastenders' scriptwriter blush'

Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Puerto Rico vs Saudi Arabia in the Friendlies

Puerto Rico v Saudi Arabia

Zuffa Boxing's first show in the UK, featuring Chris Billam-Smith, appears set to take place on Saturday despite legal action from rival promoter Boxxer.

Chris Billam-Smith with Boxxer promoter Ben Shalom after victory against Brandon Glanton

Billam-Smith fight set to proceed despite legal challenge

Isro scientist Nandini Harinath wore the sari on the "single most critical day" of India's Mars mission.

Nandini Harinath's sari as displayed in the gallery

A sari for Mars: Outfit worn by Indian 'rocket woman' at US museum

Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Paraguay vs Nicaragua in the Friendlies

Paraguay v Nicaragua

Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents - and it’s costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars.

On the left, a woman with dark hair and a dark jumper sits on a red couch. On the right, a mass of small furry mice is visible.

Why are devastating mice plagues happening in Australia?

Scotland stay top of their World Cup qualifying group on goal difference from Belgium amid fears of a serious injury to key midfielder Erin Cuthbert.

Erin Cuthbert in a previous Scotland international

Advantage Scotland as they await Cuthbert injury news

Former Northern Ireland captain Marissa Callaghan says that Turkey striker Busem Seker "had to be sent off" after she controversially handled the ball before later scoring the winner during their 2-1 victory over Michael McArdle's side. 

'Absolute madness' - Callaghan on red card decision 

The Law Commission recommends new burial methods are approved through secondary legislation.

A woman in a dark jacket is seen pouring what appear to be ashes into a body of water. Alongside if an urn typically used to hold ashes

Human composting and water cremation considered to tackle burial space shortages

It has worked in the European Alps, but could a free shuttle bus tackle traffic issues in Eryri?

A lake and trees in the Eryri national park 

Nightmare parking issues in beauty spot could be tackled by free tourist buses

An action plan published last year by Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) favoured returning services to public ownership. 

A bus arriving at a Glasgow bus shelter on a rainy day, with several people waiting, with their hoods up

'Reversing a cycle of decline': What does the future hold for Glasgow's buses?

Mary Crowley was wrongly diagnosed with terminal cancer - and husband David could not cope with their ordeal.

Mary and David Crowley smiling at the camera, she is wearing a red and black dress, he is wearing a dark jacket over a blue shirt and blue jeans.

'Our mum survived cancer misdiagnosis - but dad then took his own life'

Denise Mina's The Long Drop returns to the stage as the closing show of the revamped Citizens Theatre programme.


A black and white image from 1958 showing Peter Manuel - a man with thick dark hair in a dark suit with white, spread-collar, shirt - handcuffed to a prison officer, who is in uniform and looking at the camera. They are behind a chain fence and in front of a stone wall. The left arm of another officer can just be seen on the far left of frame. He too is handcuffed to Manuel.

The Peter Manuel murders: Reviving the story of Glasgow's psychopath killer

The Nasdaq saw its biggest daily fall since early 2025.

A sculpture of a bull in New York City synonymous with the stock market and Wall Street.

US stocks slump as fears over Big Tech shake Wall Street

A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.

Front pages of the Western Mail and Daily Post in a collage

DVLA worker altered records in £1.3m swindle and 'My little sea hero'

Watch as Scotland thump Israel 6-0 in World Cup qualifying Group B4, with captain Caroline Weir scoring a hat-trick.

Watch: Weir hat-trick as Scotland thump Israel

A round up of Friday's T20 Blast action which included Jonny Bairstow and Moeen Ali inspiring Yorkshire to a 106-run win over Lancashire Lightning.

Jonny Bairstow raises his bat after a blistering half-century against Lancashire

T20 Blast round-up: Bairstow inspires Yorkshire to record Roses win

Fire leaves section of roof collapsed on a production line Tata Steel says is offline until next week.

'You first thought is, is that the end of Port Talbot?': Steelworker's fears as fire breaks out

England's World Cup campaign is also in the middle of a busy summer transfer window, but how much of a distraction is it?

Marcus Rashford and Anthony Gordon of England interact as they walk out for a training session

Will transfers be a distraction for England at World Cup?

Riley Dean scores 18 points on his Bradford Bulls debut to secure victory over York despite a hat-trick for Knights winger David Nofoaluma.

Bradford Bulls player Jayden Nikorima, in white with black, red and gold trim, holds up both hands in the sign of the horns and grimaces to celebrate a try against York Knights, with a team-mate and a York player in the background

Dean's dream debut helps Bradford see off York

Josh Smith scores two second-half tries as Warrington struggle past Hull FC to move level on points with Leeds at the top of Super League.

Josh Smith in blue Warrington shirt runs onto the pitch

Smith helps Wire beat Hull FC to keep pace at top

Leigh continue their march up the Super League table with a fifth victory in six games as Adam Cook's gift try sinks Castleford.

Adam Cook goes over the line to score the crucial try for Leigh at Castleford

Cook try gives Leigh victory over Castleford

The city council says the seafront is facing pressures of ageing infrastructure and climate change.

An AI-generated image of what an art gallery could look like on the seafront.

Plans to transform Brighton and Hove seafront unveiled

Real Madrid are lining up a £130m move for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, Arne Slot turns down Fulham after being sacked by Liverpool, Newcastle United are close to making their first summer signing, plus more.

Real Madrid plan Olise bid - Saturday's gossip

England head coach Thomas Tuchel says reports about the state of the pitch at the venue for his side's friendly against New Zealand will not influence team selection.

Tuchel will not let Tampa pitch affect selection

Republic of Ireland keep their hopes of achieving automatic qualification for the World Cup alive as they beat Netherlands 3-2 in their penultimate qualifier at a rain-soaked Pairc Ui Chaoimh in Cork.

Republic of Ireland keep top spot dream alive with Dutch win

Watch as Mark Sidebottom explains how Katie Taylor's Croke Park dream became reality.

How Taylor's Croke Park dream became reality

Sutton United sign experienced defender Jordan Moore-Taylor from fellow National League side Forest Green Rovers.

Jordan Moore-Taylor clenches his teeth in determination on the field for Forest Green Rovers

'Leader' Moore-Taylor signs for Sutton United

Watch highlights as Turkey claim a controversial 2-1 win over Northern Ireland in their World Cup qualifying game.

Highlights of Turkey's win over Northern Ireland

Highlights: Turkey edge out Northern Ireland in qualifier

Ethan Ampadu is delighted to have signed a new contract at Leeds United.

Ampadu delighted with new Leeds deal

Having been denied a second goal, Wales were left with red faces when Jasna Djokovic levelled late on.

Wales 'not good enough' in Montenegro - Wilkinson

Uefa Conference League qualifiers Penybont secure "significant new investment" and appointed two new directors to its board.

Penybont players and fans celebrate their Play-Off win over Haverfordwest

Europe-bound Penybont's 'significant new investment'

Leader Elfyn Evans says the World Rally Championship is "wide open" at the halfway point of the season.

Evans plays down World Rally Championship lead

Should Turkey's Busem Seker have been shown a red card in the first half before scoring the winner against Northern Ireland?

Should Turkey's Seker have seen red in win over NI?

Ezri Konsa says England's players will get used to the US heat as they prepare for the World Cup.

Konsa on the World Cup heat

Michael Vaughan "feels sorry" for batters over the state of the Lord's pitch after 33 wickets fell on the opening two days of the first Test between England and New Zealand.

Vaughan 'feels sorry' for batters on poor Lord's pitch

The boat skipper Tom Nicholson Jr pled guilty at Hamilton Sheriff Court to an offence under maritime health and safety regulations.

Tom Nicholson Jr has short brown hair and wears a dark navy suit with a blue shirt and grey tie outside Hamilton Sheriff Court

Skipper admits failure to provide food and rest for foreign seamen

Rhian Wilkinson disappointed with Wales draw

Wilkinson fumes at disappointing Wales draw

Test Match Special statistician Andy Zaltzman explains why England batter Jacob Bethell was so unlucky on day two at Lord's.

Test match special statistician Andy Zaltzman 

Jacob Bethell really was incredibly unlucky... 

A rapist has been jailed for the 2003 attack in Salford for which Andrew Malkinson wrongly served 17 years in prison.

Police mugshot of Paul Quinn he has short brown hair and a short beard

Man jailed for 24 years for 2003 rape in Salford

The US vice-president wrote the "only response is righteous anger" when referring to Henry Nowak's death on X. 

Downing Street hits out at 'people seeking to stir division' after Vance's Nowak post

Michael Vaughan and Katey Martin give there predictions for the outcome of the first Test between England and New Zealand.

'England easily' - pundits in no doubt on Test result

Paul Quinn, 52, was given a 24-year sentence for attacking a woman in the Little Hulton area of Salford in 2003.

A judge seen wearing a wig, robes and glasses, reads from his laptop

Judge calls victim a 'hero' after rapist given 24-year sentence

England's Emilio Gay shares words of encouragement received from teammates Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum.

England's Emilio Gay talks about team spirit in post-match interview

McCullum encouraged me to play my own game - Gay

England have a golden opportunity for victory in the first Test against New Zealand despite a chaotic collapse of four wickets for one run in 11 balls on the second day at Lord's.

Gus Atkinson celebrates a wicket with his team-mates

17 wickets fall as England take control on another action-packed day

The former CIA official has been charged with theft of public funds relating to timesheet claims he made.

Gold bars, worth hundreds of thousands of dollars each, sit in a vault at the United States Mint at West Point in West Point, New York in 2013.

Ex-CIA official accused of stashing $40m in gold bars is 'master manipulator', prosecutors say

Police were told he was making threats towards another man on the street outside.

A stock image of a male police officer taken from behind to obscure his identity. He wears a hi-vis jacket and black hat.

School forced into lockdown as man wields knife

Blackburn Rovers appoint Tony Mowbray as their new head coach for a second spell in charge.

Tony Mowbray wearing a blue cardigan looks to his left

Mowbray returns as Blackburn head coach

The US president said on Friday he expects to meet the leaders of top AI companies next week.

US President Donald Trump, at the top of a staircase up to Air Force One, pointing to the right. He is wearing a navy blue suit, white short and red neck tie.

Trump to meet AI leaders to discuss US investment in their companies

Michael McArdle suffers his first defeat as Northern Ireland boss as his side are controversially beaten by Turkey in their penultimate World Cup qualifier in Istanbul.

NI suffer controversial defeat against Turkey

A woman who uses a wheelchair says the state of pavements in her town often forces her into the "dangerous" situation of having to use the road.

Woman in a wheelchair wearing a pattern jumper 

'I'm being put in danger by unsafe pavements'

Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Portugal vs Latvia in the Women's WC Qualification Europe

Portugal v Latvia

17 wickets fall on another incredible day at Lord's

His party has formed a minority administration with the Greens and Better Birmingham Independent Group.

A man with short grey hair, wearing glasses and a suit, pictured from the shoulders up with windows and a statue behind him.

Lib Dem Roger Harmer new Birmingham City Council leader

The British actor, best known for his roles including Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Ted Lasso, and Little Britain, has died at the age of 72.

Anthony Head smiling and wearing sunglasses

A look back at Anthony Head's career

Hannah Cain has rued a lack of composure in front of goal for Wales as they drew 1-1 in Montenegro

Cain rues missed opportunities

When 16-year-old Larissa’s mother, Karen, calls the police, it is to report that her daughter has run away after an argument at home.

A girl with pulled back brown hair is wearing a high-necked black top with red and white decoration on it, and a red jacket.

'My gut is telling me something's not right'

GQ's Style Editor Mahalia Chang talks to Naga Munchetty about the best dressed footballers at the moment.

Virgil van Dijk is wearing a white short-sleeved shirt and dark trousers

GQ's Style Editor on the best dressed footballers

Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Germany vs Norway in the Women's WC Qualification Europe

Germany v Norway

Crews are called to fight the flames after dozens of buses catch fire.

A double-decker bus engulfed in flames, with smoke billowing from it.

Major fire at bus depot creates huge smoke cloud

Actors have had their voices cloned by an AI fueled disinformation campaign that's targeting Armenia.

Street poster of a man wearing a blue suit doing a heart sign with his hands

Fake videos of actors target Armenia election

In a post on Instagram, her daughter India described her mother as "truly the last of her kind". 

Lady Pamela Hicks in a pink coat with a gold brooch on the shoulder, and a large white hat. 