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US justice department drops probe into Fed chairman Jerome Powell

President Donald Trump had accused Powell of improper cost overruns in renovating the Fed's building.

No 10 says Falklands sovereignty rests with UK after report of US 'review'

An internal Pentagon document reportedly raised the prospect of a change in position in retaliation for the UK not joining the Iran war.

West Brom docked two points for PSR rule breaches

West Bromwich Albion are given a two-point penalty by the English Football League for breaching profit and sustainability rules.

Defending champion Alcaraz to miss French Open

Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz says he will miss next month's French Open with an ongoing wrist injury.

Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain

An internal Pentagon email reportedly outlines options to punish allies over a perceived lack of support for Iran war.

The assisted dying bill has failed but the debate isn't over

In June 2025 MPs backed the legislation but now it has run out of time to become law.

Watch: How the Kremlin's internet crackdown is frustrating Russians

Officials say the restrictions are for public safety, but businesses and the public are feeling the impact.

Man given life sentence for rape and religiously aggravated assault of Sikh woman

A judge tells John Ashby, 32, that he will serve at least 14 years in prison for the attack.

Former Nigeria striker Eneramo dies during match

Michael Eneramo, who won 10 caps for the Super Eagles, dies aged 40 after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest during a friendly game.

Trump says he speaks 'for the UK more than Prince Harry'

The US president's comments come ahead of a state visit from King Charles III and Queen Camilla.

Jeremy Clarkson re-ignites planning battle at farm to extend ‘temp’ car park until 2030

The star faced a much-publicised battle with the council to resolve car parking woes at his Diddly Squat Farm as visitors flocked to the site due to the success of television series Clarkson’s Farm

UK cyber chiefs say it's time to ditch passwords for passkeys - what are they?

Passwords have long been the default way we secure accounts online but the NCSC has said passkeys are a better option.

Legendary Football Focus presenter blasts the BBC for ditching the iconic show

The ex-Arsenal goalie, who joined the Beeb to present footie for two decades, said it was “crazy” for Aunty to be axing such a loved programme

Self-service checkouts are leading “good, honest people” to shoplift, says supermarket boss

Marks & Spencer chairman Archie Norman said self-service technology needs to be “easier for people to use” to avoid rising rates of shoplifting

Poisoning suspected after 18 wolves found dead in Italian national park

An investigation has been launched after the deaths of at least 18 wolves and several other wild ‌animals found in recent days in an Italian national park.

Chris Mason: A grim week for Starmer – but things could be about to get worse

The Mandelson vetting row has reignited questions over the PM's future just two weeks before crucial elections in Scotland, Wales and England.

Netanyahu successfully treated for prostate cancer

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he's been successfully treated for prostate cancer.

Falklands is a pressure point for the UK – and the US knows it

This story will make greater waves in the UK than in the US, which for Donald Trump is an opportunity for leverage, Joe Inwood writes.

Bracewell used cocaine after day's County Championship play

Former New Zealand all-rounder Doug Bracewell has admitted using cocaine after the first day of Essex's final County Championship match last year.

Benfica's Prestianni banned for homophobic conduct in Real Madrid tie

Gianluca Prestianni is given a six-game ban by Uefa for homophobic conduct during Benfica's Champions League knockout play-off match with Real Madrid in February.

Benfica player handed six-game ban for homophobic conduct towards Real star Vinicius Junior

Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni has been banned for six matches by UEFA for homophobic conduct towards Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match.

Brit mum ends life in Swiss assisted dying clinic despite not being terminally ill

British woman Wendy Duffy, 56, flew to the Pegasos clinic in Switzerland to end her life following the tragic loss of her only son Marcus four years ago - she is without a terminal illness

Four people in court over Jewish ambulance arson

Three men and a teenage boy appear at the Old Bailey over a fire that destroyed charity ambulances.

Championship side get apology after club badge featured in kids' racism booklet showing KKK character

Millwall have received an apology after the club's badge featured in a children's booklet intended to "illustrate the historic problem of racism within football".

UK mobile phone driving fines hit £14m as over 70,000 motorists caught out

More than 70,000 UK drivers have been issued fines for using their mobile phone behind the wheel over the past three years, with Greater Manchester Police issuing the most penalties

Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer

The Israeli prime minister says he is "in excellent physical condition" after having a malignant tumour removed.

Poisoning suspected in deaths of 18 wolves in Italian national park

After the carcasses of 10 wolves were found last week, another eight have been found in recent days.

Nearly half of runners say their runs 'don't count' if they're not tracked

Research shows nearly half of runners admit they don't count a run if they haven't tracked it on a fitness device

Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do?

Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.

Will another week of Starmer drama impact the elections?

We look at if the latest problems for the PM are impacting the campaign trail

Giant leaves BBC's Gladiators after three series

Jamie Bigg, known as Giant, says his departure "wasn't a decision I made".

Pentagon's Falklands email makes Charles's US visit even more challenging

Mention the Falklands War and dig up the issue of America's support over them and something deep inside the British psyche goes off like a landmine. 

NHS doctor accused of inviting support for Hamas appears in court - as details of alleged messages heard

An NHS doctor has appeared in court charged with inviting support for Hamas, including an allegation that she posted a message to "free the world from Jewish supremacy" on social media.

Watch: Powerful tornadoes barrel through northern Oklahoma

Ten people were injured and dozens of homes damaged as the twister hit the city of Enid.

Man charged with murder of headteacher

A man has been charged with murder after a headteacher was knocked off his bike.

Watch: 'A dangerous standoff' as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues

The US and Iran's rival blockades of the Strait of Hormuz have become a "test of wills", says Lyse Doucet.

How Lineker and Neville became rival media moguls

BBC sports editor Dan Roan examines how Gary Lineker and Gary Neville became two of the biggest players in a rapidly changing media industry.

How Lineker and Neville became rival media moguls

BBC sports editor Dan Roan examines how Gary Lineker and Gary Neville became two of the biggest players in a rapidly changing media industry.

Stock markets are too high and set to fall, says Bank of England deputy

It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements.

We paid our builder £44k - then he had us arrested

Victims tell how Steve Figg left their homes – and relationships – on the verge of collapse.

Driver who killed woman in smart motorway crash avoids jail

A motorist who killed a woman after crashing into the back of a broken-down car on a smart motorway has avoided jail.

Insider emails and credit card bills expose crisis under ex-CEO of UK’s largest Pride event

Christopher Joell-Deshields was fired from Pride in London following an investigation into his conduct.

Who will win the title? Reporters, fans and pundits make their predictions

Will it be Manchester City or Arsenal for the Premier League title? BBC Sport gets pundits, reporters and fans to predict each of their remaining fixtures - and who will win the league.

Epstein housed victims in London flats after Met chose not to investigate him, BBC reveals

The revelations intensify concerns about repeated police decisions not to investigate 2015 trafficking claims.

Couple discovers Lebanon home destroyed by Israel from satellite image

Joe Elias contacted BBC Verify following reports that his village was among several destroyed by Israeli forces.

Headscarf with a beret: Muslim designers showcase floral dresses and boxy streetwear in Paris

Some young attendees say the event demonstrated a more inclusive French culture taking shape.

Running marathons for our girls has made us closer, say dads of Southport victims

Sergio Aguiar and David Stancombe run the London Marathon together in memory of Alice and Elsie.

Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage'

Beatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day's Night.

Racist who raped Sikh woman jailed

A man has been jailed for life with a minimum term of nearly 14 years after the religiously aggravated rape of a Sikh woman.

Man jailed for rape of woman almost 50 years ago after DNA breakthrough

David Sharp was convicted of rape and indecent assault following a DNA cold case review by West Yorkshire Police, nearly five decades after he attacked a woman

Why is Cuba a US target again? | Sky News Explains

It's no secret that Donald Trump's focus is turning to Cuba.

'African tribe' leader deported from UK after 'lost tribe' evicted from Scottish woods

Kofi Offeh, who called himself King Atehene and led the self-styled 'Kingdom of Kubala', has been deported back to Ghana after a Scotland immigration case that saw his group evicted from a Scottish Borders woodland

Donald Trump gets on the phone... with Americast’s Sarah Smith

The president talks to Americast’s Sarah Smith about Starmer, the King and Iran.

NHS trust 'failed to warn mum of home birth risks' before week-old baby Poppy died

A coroner found that the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust failed to inform Poppy Lomas's mother of the risks involved in a home birth

Police update on Epsom church rape investigation after protestors clashed with cops

Surrey Police have said they are “confident there was no offence” following an investigation into an alleged rape outside a church in Epsom that sparked protests

Andrew Windsor's bodyguards 'had no clue' about Epstein's sex crimes during New York trip

A former royal protection officer claims Andrew Mountbatten Windsor's security team didn't know Jeffrey Epstein was a sex offender during an infamous New York visit

Migrant gang rapist was already on run for murder before coming to UK on small boat

An Egyptian fugitive wanted for murder entered the UK on a small boat before gang-raping a woman on Brighton beach as he and his accomplices now face deportation

Weekly quiz: What did Madonna lose at Coachella?

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

This minute-long clip of RFK Jr. breathing closely into his senate hearing mic inspired some of Twitter’s funniest work in years

If you’ve been waiting for RFK Jr. ASMR, have we got a treat for you. The man who’s voice sounds like a gargling garbage disposal was caught on a hot mic during his senate hearing. It appears just breathing for the head of HHS was enough to cut through the question being asked in this […]

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Karoline Leavitt blamed Joe Biden for a discount airline facing bankruptcy and these 15 comebacks were simply business class

When it comes to blaming other people for their problems, nobody does it better than the current White House. The most recent scapegoating moment came from Karoline Leavitt. The US Press Secretary was asked about bailing out fledgling Spirit Airlines which currently faces the very real threat of bankruptcy and is turning to the Trump […]

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Sexual predator who deliberately infected vulnerable men with HIV learns his fate

Adam Hall, 43, was convicted of five counts of rape and seven counts of GBH with intent after deliberately infecting vulnerable men with HIV between 2016 and 2023. He 'set out to infect as many as he could'

Girl, 10, finds rare amphibian 5,500 miles from home in UK river in world first

Melanie Hill's daughter Evie had been playing down by the River Ogmore in Bridgend, South Wales., when she made the incredible find on April 10.

Two schoolboys hospitalised after 'fireworks thrown' in Glasgow street

A large emergency presence and a bomb disposal unit were spotted on Dixon Avenue in the Govanhill area on Thursday afternoon, with two pupils from Holyrood Secondary School reportedly injured

RFK Jr reckons AI can cure dog cancer and the illogical conclusion he drew from this had people worried sick

The health of the American people is in the hands of a deranged conspiracy theorist. It’s dangerous for so many reasons it’s hard to keep track which one is the most detrimental to the public’s survival. In a normal world, when the head of Health and Human Services shows up for a hearing to defend […]

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Karoline Leavitt put on her bravest face after she was asked about Iran’s relentless mockery of Donald Trump and absolutely no-one was buying it

The United States Press Secretary is supposed to be a conduit between the President and the American people. The role requires a deft communicator who can share the most important policies of the Oval Office. Prove that the Commander in Chief has the best interests of the American people in mind with every crucial decision. […]

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Brits spend just 84 minutes outside per day – see how your age group compares

A new study has found the average amount of time UK adults spend outdoors each day, with one in five Brits rarely getting a full day outside – and it turns out your age makes a big difference

Brits delay GP appointments due to fear of bad news and embarrassment

From headaches to sore throats, new research shows Brits are avoiding seeking medical advice – but could be risking their health

Which Brit city lasts longest in the bedroom as perfect 'sex duration' revealed

A new survey has rated the best places in the UK to head to for a bonk - with residents in one city lasting an impressive 29 minutes and 41 seconds

This 20-point guide why English is so hard to learn just went viral for reasons which will presumably become obvious

How hard it is to learn English? This hard, if this 20-point guide that just went viral on Twitter is any fink to go by. It was posted by @simongerman600, who was born in Germany but now lives in Melbourne, Australia and, well, best have a read for yourself. As a non-native English speaker I […]

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HMRC to send letters telling thousands of people to claim £2,200

Hundreds of thousands of people have money waiting to be claimed

People shared the ‘most bizarre luxuries’ they have seen enjoyed by the super-rich – 17 proper jaw-droppers

They say money can’t buy you happiness, but that hasn’t ever stopped rich people from trying. So exactly how far have the uber-wealthy pushed it in pursuit of joy? Redditor u/LyraRayne went straight to the source when they asked: People who have worked for the wealthy/rich, what is the most bizarre luxury you’ve heard of? […]

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Someone asked for the best pub quiz team names they’ve ever heard – 22 jackpot-winning answers

The pub quiz is a fine British tradition. Us Brits are very fond of both trivia and booze, and the combination of both in a pub setting is an absolute winner. We can’t help thinking that Only Connect and University Challenge could both be improved by the teams involved being a bit sloshed. Pub quizzes […]

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People have been sharing their nominations for the ‘single funniest moment in TV history’ – 23 straight from the very top drawer

It all began when the good films and TV folk of @TheCinesthetic asked people for their nominations for the ‘single funniest moment in this history of TV’. What do you think is the single funniest moment in the history of TV? — cinesthetic. (@TheCinesthetic) April 19, 2026 And it prompted no end of suggestions. We’ve […]

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This influencer entrepreneur had a top tip for wannabe millionaires everywhere and it was a most unfortunate schoolboy error – 14 high-earning takedowns

Like us you might not have come across @LeilaHormozi before. She appears to be a Las Vegas based entrepreneur and influencer who has built up quite the fortune and had a tip for her Twitter followers who wanted to do something similiar. Except that’s not quite right. And when we say not quite right, what […]

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‘What have you purchased as an adult that your parents have judged you negatively for?’ – 23 people who should mind their own business

Whether you adore your parents or couldn’t wait to get the heck out of their house, there’s no denying that there is a lot of joy to be found in being an adult and not having them on your back all the time. Or is there? Because it seems that some parents don’t stop sticking […]

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This peak boomer takedown of ‘young people today’ wasn’t the slam dunk they thought it was – 14 A++ comebacks

To the generational divide on Twitter now, where this peak boomer takedown of young people today has been getting all sorts of attention for reasons that may or may not be obvious. Don’t forget, this is the same generation that wants $18 an hour minimum wage… pic.twitter.com/FaN1RpnblI — (@Demo4fhs) April 20, 2026 But it’s fair […]

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A Reform government would compel all schools to fly the Union Flag and display a picture of the King – 17 less than enthusiastic replies

Ok, so the UK may not be doing terribly well at the moment. Rising fuel prices, inflation increasing, long NHS waiting lists and the increasingly bleak prospects of our young ‘uns to be able to ever afford a house of their own. But it’s reassuring to see that at least one political party has their […]

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This Italian’s forensic examination of the difference between ordering a coffee in Italy and America is both very funny and totally on-point

Time now to return to the cultural divide between America and the rest of the world. Specifically, in this instance, between America and Italy and the difference between the two countries when it comes to going out and ordering a coffee. It’s a fabulous comparison between the two posted by @DanDeFiEd over on Twitter and […]

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People have been sharing the things they find ‘weird’ about America and this response basically covered every base

There’s America and there’s the rest of the world, basically. Because there is so much about America which simply doesn’t make sense to outsiders. We say this after this request just went out on Twitter. What do you find weird in US? — Jenni (@hashjenni) April 21, 2026 And while it prompted no end of […]

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A celebrity real estate agent predicts we’ll all have AI robots with Michelin-star chef skills and medical expertise in 10 years – 18 generous servings of chinny reckon

You may be familiar with the multi-millionaire celebrity estate agent Jason Oppenheim, who – with his twin brother Brett – is featured on Selling Sunset and Selling the OC. The twins recently appeared on the Iced Coffee Hour podcast, where they discussed the future of AI. Jason Oppenheim reveals EVERYONE will be able to afford […]

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RFK Jr claimed that Trump has ‘a different way of calculating percentages’, and maths entered the chat – 21 responses that sum up the problem

The US secretary of health and human services, Robert F Kennedy Jr (RFK Jr) has been appearing before the Senate Finance Committee to answer questions on his department’s policy, messaging, and budget. He addressed the TrumpRx site, which directs customers to manufacturer for large discounts on prescription medicines …impossibly large discounts, in fact. WARREN: So […]

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First-time buyers said they’d sell used socks to get on the property ladder

Nearly half of hopeful homeowners are taking on side hustles to raise a deposit — with some even considering “social media witch” gigs and flogging worn socks.

This women’s tennis team White House photo-op didn’t just speak volumes about the Trump government, it screamed “You cannot be serious!” – 22 ace callouts

The champion tennis players of the University of Georgia women’s team made a trip to the White House on Wednesday, where they posed for a photo with their all-male coaching team, the male directors of the university’s athletics associations, and – of course – Donald Trump. Congratulations, Georgia Women’s Tennis! 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/v10nwRskuU — Margo Martin […]

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Starmer addresses the nation as PM says 'when times get tough, we pull each other up'

Sir Keir Starmer has addressed the nation as he marked St George’s Day after some MPs had called for the PM to resign following the scandal over Peter Mandelson

Salmonella warning to Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury's shoppers over salad item

The popular salad topper is being recalled due to a "possible presence of salmonella" and shoppers who have bought the Good4U Super Sprouts Super Greens are urged to return it to the store where it was bought

EasyJet's Tenerife flight diverts to London Gatwick following onboard 'welfare issue'

EasyJet flight EZY3201 departed Edinburgh Airport bound for Tenerife but was diverted to London Gatwick Airport due to a welfare issue on board, with the airline confirming it plans to continue the journey

Iran say Trump 'misled' after he claimed execution of protestors stopped at his request

US President Donald Trump is claiming victory after he has claimed that Iran has respected his request in stopping the executions of eight female protestors, as the country denies it was going to happen

Klaudia Glam's mum says 'there is hope still' as influencer 'critical' after Soho crash

Klaudia Zakrzewska, known as social media personality Klaudiaglam, remains in a 'critical condition' following a crash in Soho, as her mum has now issued a heartbreaking message to her followers

Donald Trump claims he could have won Vietnam ‘very quickly’ – 15 epic comebacks from which there was no hiding place

Donald Trump wants everyone to know that he ends wars. The number of wars he’s ended in his short (yet tedious) Presidency fluctuates, but it usually hovers around 8 or so. Now he’s revising history to solve wars that have already been solved. Only he claims he could’ve done it faster. And better. Here is […]

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Tucker Carlson apologised for his role in getting Trump elected and basically the entire internet responded as one

The Maga media machine has been churning out slop for over a decade now, all with one express purpose: get Donald Trump in charge and keep him there so America can become “great” again. Everyone watching from afar could see this was a horrendous plan that would only yield catastrophic results. But those inside the […]

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People have been sharing the hilarious ‘fake British sayings’ they casually slip into conversation and these 17 are simply magnificent

It all started when comedian Stuart Laws shared on Twitter the ‘fake British sayings and words’ he’s been slipping into conversation with his American partner. I’ve been casually slipping in fake British sayings and words into conversation with my American partner – here’s the one’s she believes: — Stuart Laws (@thisstuartlaws) April 22, 2026 “That’s […]

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Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest

Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.

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