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Rayner issues 'last chance' warning to Starmer and backs Burnham to return
In her first comments since Labour's election defeats, the ex-deputy PM calls for bolder action from the prime minister.
Sun, 10 May 2026 18:17:14 GMT

Plane carrying virus-stricken cruise ship passengers lands in UK
British nationals who were aboard the HV Hondius will now be sent to a Merseyside hospital to quarantine for 72 hours.
Sun, 10 May 2026 20:29:12 GMT

Trump calls Iran response to US proposal to end war 'totally unacceptable'
No details have been released of Iran's response - or the US proposals - designed to bring the war to an end.
Sun, 10 May 2026 20:27:37 GMT

Adolescence makes history at Bafta TV Awards
The best shows and stars of the past 12 months are honoured at the Bafta TV Awards ceremony in London.
Sun, 10 May 2026 20:20:49 GMT

His father had just been buried. Then West Bank settlers forced him to dig up the body
The UN human rights office condemns incident as "'appalling and emblematic of the dehumanisation of Palestinians" in the West Bank.
Sun, 10 May 2026 19:56:45 GMT

Thousands gather for protest against antisemitism in London
In recent months, there have been a string of attacks at synagogues and other Jewish sites.
Sun, 10 May 2026 16:10:59 GMT

Man charged as three Jewish people assaulted
Two men, aged 58 and 26, and a 53-year-old woman were left with minor injuries from the attack.
Sun, 10 May 2026 18:15:10 GMT

Biggest VAR call ever? Four chaotic minutes that may define the season
The most consequential decision in the history of VAR in the Premier League is played out over four minutes 11 seconds of drama at London Stadium.
Sun, 10 May 2026 20:08:27 GMT

How hotels are stopping the 'dawn dash' for sunbeds after man wins payout
Some resorts enforce allocation rules from check-in to prevent people reserving loungers with towels in the "sunbed wars".
Sun, 10 May 2026 19:04:13 GMT

Beatles' early years drama starts filming in Germany
Six-part drama Hamburg Days charts the band's early era with members Stuart Sutcliffe and Pete Best.
Sun, 10 May 2026 14:32:31 GMT

'True gent', 91, killed in garage bungalow explosion
The family of Derek Poole say he loved cars and used to be a grass track racer. An investigation is under way.
Sun, 10 May 2026 19:16:48 GMT

Can Starmer survive as PM? Seven scenarios for what might happen next
Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to fight on despite growing calls for him stand down from his own MPs and the threat of a leadership contest.
Sun, 10 May 2026 16:20:26 GMT

How the winner-takes-all voting system has turned on Labour and the Tories
The first-past-the-post system favoured Reform in this English local elections
Sat, 09 May 2026 23:35:22 GMT

Tories are still biggest party on the right, claims Cleverly
Leading Tory brands Reform a "cult of personality" but Reform deputy leader says its electoral success has shaken up politics.
Sun, 10 May 2026 12:28:54 GMT

Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth willing to 'take the fight' to Keir Starmer
The Plaid leader says he will "call out" the UK government, if that is needed, as first minister.
Sun, 10 May 2026 14:26:49 GMT

Sarwar says he will 'absolutely' stay on as Labour leader
The Scottish Labour leader defended his party's campaign after a poor result in Thursday's election.
Sun, 10 May 2026 12:48:53 GMT

Stars on red carpet at Bafta TV Awards - in pictures
The biggest names in British TV walk the red carpet as they arrive for the prestigious Bafta Television Awards ceremony in London.
Sun, 10 May 2026 19:48:32 GMT

Lidl says customers can turn points into pastries. But shoppers want the old app back
With food prices rising rapidly, do loyalty schemes still have any connection to loyalty?
Sun, 10 May 2026 07:56:51 GMT

I stood on a dog biscuit - it left me in a wheelchair
An apparently minor injury led to Jayme Stephen having a leg amputed as a result of her diabetes.
Sun, 10 May 2026 14:31:13 GMT

Our relationship with food is messed up - let's sort it out, says Stanley Tucci
The new season of Tucci in Italy sees the actor travel the country finding out why there's a lot more to food than you might think.
Sun, 10 May 2026 00:59:02 GMT

Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
Sat, 09 May 2026 23:03:37 GMT

Australia's right-wing One Nation party scores historic parliamentary win
One Nation gains its first seat in the lower house, in a by-election seen as a key test for the populist party.
Sun, 10 May 2026 14:37:16 GMT

Israel deports two activists detained on board Gaza flotilla
Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Ávila were detained by Israel after sailing in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla.
Sun, 10 May 2026 11:55:09 GMT

How could extreme weather affect World Cup 2026?
With almost a month to go until the start of the World Cup, Simon King looks ahead to the weather's potential to disrupt the tournament this summer.
Sun, 10 May 2026 02:56:30 GMT

Dress made from 500 loaves stuns African film awards
Celebrities, filmmakers and creators put up a performance at Africa's biggest night of film and fashion.
Sun, 10 May 2026 14:29:45 GMT

Two arrested over arson attack at former synagogue
The 45-year-old man and 52-year-old woman were arrested on Sunday and taken into police custody.
Sun, 10 May 2026 13:28:31 GMT

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Electioncast: Could Catherine West Really Bring Down Keir Starmer?
The Labour MP says she’ll challenge the PM’s leadship if cabinet members don’t move first
Sun, 10 May 2026 13:01:00 GMT

Trump takes his revenge on disloyal Republicans
The US president targets his political enemies in Kentucky and Indiana
Fri, 08 May 2026 12:31:00 GMT

Fast-paced, witty and smart coming-of-age comedy
Two booksmart girls try to cram in four years of fun on the eve of their graduation.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:42:32 GMT

An insight into the secretive 'matchstick men' painter
The secretive artist revealed as never before, with his voice lip-synced by Ian McKellen.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Biggest VAR call ever? Four chaotic minutes that may define the season
The most consequential decision in the history of VAR in the Premier League is played out over four minutes 11 seconds of drama at London Stadium.
Sun, 10 May 2026 20:08:27 GMT

Celtic eye own fairytale as Hearts' story continues to captivate
Celtic have taken care of Rangers and are coming for Hearts. Can Derek McInnes' side hold them off in the final days of a tumultuous campaign?
Sun, 10 May 2026 17:39:50 GMT

Why Man City would be foolish to let Shaw leave
Khadija Shaw needed just 12 minutes to prove why Manchester City must not let her leave in the summer.
Sun, 10 May 2026 19:31:29 GMT

Dean drags England to one-wicket win over NZ
Charlie Dean and 18-year-old debutant Tilly Corteen-Coleman salvage a tense one-wicket victory for England in the first one-day international against New Zealand.
Sun, 10 May 2026 18:00:23 GMT

The reasons West Ham face relegation - and why they are unlucky
When the dust settles on the West Ham goal that was ruled out against Arsenal, the cold reality is they are now probably facing relegation.
Sun, 10 May 2026 20:21:13 GMT

Anderson shows character to go with talent after personal loss
Elliot Anderson's crucial equaliser against Newcastle for Nottingham Forest was even more admirable given the huge personal loss he has suffered.
Sun, 10 May 2026 18:31:23 GMT