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Ex-Nato chief behind defence review says Starmer’s military spending plan is too little, too late
George Robertson warns defence investment plan fails to meet scale of challenge facing the UKThe former Nato chief who led the government’s defence re…
9.1m watch England's epic win over Mexico
A peak audience of 9.1 million tuned in overnight to watch England beat Mexico to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup.…
Egypt coach makes impassioned plea for Palestine in pre-match conference
Egypt coach makes impassioned plea for Palestine in pre-match conference…
Public to be asked who should pay for social care as part of major review
Baroness Louise Casey, who is leading the review, has called the current system "impossible".…
Woman suspected of Monaco bombing found shot dead near Kyiv
Anastasiia Berezovska was being sought by police over attack that seriously injured a Ukraine-born businessmanA woman suspected of carrying out last w…
Woman accused of using hairdryer to kill her baby daughter
Courtney Gartshore has denied culpable homicide, along with other charges, at the High Court in Aberdeen.…
Meet 'Project 2029' — and its war on the annoyance economy
Remember Project 2025? Democrats are building their own governing blueprint, and one proposal takes aim at the "annoyance economy": robocalls, endless…
Explosions in Damascus during Macron visit: What we know
Blasts occurred near hotel French president was reportedly staying in shortly after he departs for presidential palace.…
BTS take credit for England football win in first UK show since 2019
The pop group claim they're a good luck charm for the England team, as they return to London.…
UK High Court to rule in Prince Harry’s Daily Mail privacy case
UK High Court to rule on a privacy case brought by Prince Harry against Daily Mail publisher.…
What is the new Gaza administration as Hamas dissolves government?
The NCAG will oversee civilian affairs such as health and education, as well as security.…
Ukrainian drones hit Russian fuel tankers
Ukrainian drones hit Russian fuel tankers…
Bangladesh landslides kill nine, including eight Rohingya in refugee camp
Hillsides collapse at four locations at camps in Cox's Bazar in southeastern Bangladesh amid monsoon rains.…
The Responsibility to Protect doctrine can be resurrected
The legal norm has been manipulated and forgotten. But today it is needed more than ever…
Graham Platner faces calls to leave Maine Senate race after sexual assault allegation
Graham Platner is facing growing pressure to end his campaign for U.S. Senate in Maine after Politico reported an allegation of sexual assault. Platne…
Woman suspected of Monaco bomb attack found dead in Ukraine
Police had been hunting Anastasiia Berezovska after a Ukrainian millionaire was injured in the blast.…
Half of Americans struggle to afford groceries and gas, exclusive poll finds
About 57% of polled Americans also believe economy is worsening in grim portrait of cost of living crisis, according to Harris survey for the Guardian…
Runner becomes fastest woman to complete the three peaks challenge on foot
Trish Patterson, 41, from Hythe is the fastest woman to complete the three peaks on foot.…
Report into mother and baby homes to be published
The report will contain a number of findings and recommendations, including on areas for an upcoming public inquiry to look into further.…
Syria’s capital rocked by blasts during Macron visit
Syria’s capital rocked by blasts during Macron visit…
Israeli officer shown throwing stun grenade into car during West Bank raid
Border police officer under investigation after CCTV footage shows him shouting at car’s occupants and throwing deviceIsraeli police have opened an in…
Explosions rock Damascus, wounding 4, as French President Macron visits Syria
The French president's office said that Macron was safe and that his meeting with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa would continue as scheduled.…
Trump's NATO pressure campaign continues as summit begins
President Trump's arrival in Ankara kicks off another potentially tense meeting for NATO.…
As climate change damages streets and highways, the road ahead may be expensive
Heat waves are becoming more common and intense as a result of climate change — and roads are suffering as a result. Are the nation's roads up to meet…
Heirs of 'odious' 167-year-old Supreme Court ruling see modern parallels
Descendants of Dred Scott and Chief Justice Roger Taney spoke about reconciliation at a church in the shadow of the Supreme Court last week as the hig…
FIFA World Cup: Argentina vs Egypt, Ronaldo exit and Mbappe condemns racism
Argentina continue their knockout journey against Egypt as Switzerland and Colombia also fight for progression.…
Watch: Moment rare tornado lashes central Chinese cities
Videos shared with the BBC show debris flying through the air as the storm swept through Ezhou and Huanggang in Hubei province.…
The Odyssey stars wow red carpet at world premiere in London
Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Tom Holland and Matt Damon were among the stars who walked the carpet in London for the premiere of Christopher Nolan's adapta…
After Iran war upheaval, global shipping eyes return to status quo
Industry known for its resilience is likely to emerge from war relatively unchanged, analysts say.…
Switzerland vs Colombia: World Cup last 16: Prediction, start time and news
Colombia, the World Cup's dangerous outsiders, take on Switzerland in Vancouver for a place in the quarterfinals.…