Iran Declares Strait of Hormuz Open but Warns of Potential Closure Amid US Blockade
Iran opens Strait of Hormuz to commercial vessels but warns of closure if US blockade continues; Trump claims Iran agreed never to close it again.
Category : Politics
Dame Stella Rimington, First Female MI5 Chief, Dies at 90
Dame Stella Rimington, first female MI5 chief, dies aged 90. She broke barriers as the first publicly named head of the Security Service.
We Must Not Teach Children a 'Thanks for the Land' Version of Australian History
Sisonke Msimang argues that sanitised acknowledgments of country in schools teach children a false, dangerous version of Australian history.
Over 70 Migrants Feared Dead in Mediterranean Boat Capsizing
Boat carrying up to 700 migrants capsizes off Lampedusa; 28 rescued, 24 bodies recovered, hundreds feared dead.
Child Labour Laws Lag Behind Social Media Kidfluencers, Experts Warn
Child influencers earn millions on social media, but California's child labour laws are not applied to them, sparking calls for reform.
Loose Women Feud Rumours Intensify as Co-Stars Snub Andrea McLean's Book Launch
Andrea McLean's book launch snubbed by former Loose Women co-stars amid feud rumours; McLean also reveals past financial ruin.
Scottish FA Blasts ‘Hysterical Media’ After Referee Needs Police Protection
Scottish FA condemns 'hysterical media' after referee John Beaton and family need police protection following controversial penalty decisions.
Swiss Seize £57m in Luxury Cars Tied to Panama Papers
Swiss authorities seize £57m in luxury cars linked to Panama Papers tax evasion and money laundering investigation.
Hampshire Padel Club Faces Noise Abatement Order Amid Neighbour Complaints
Winchester Racquets and Fitness faces noise abatement order after neighbours complain about padel court noise likened to gunshots.
Remains of WWII US airman missing since 1944 laid to rest in Florida
Remains of US navy airman Robert Cyr Jr, missing since WWII crash in 1944, identified by DNA and buried in Florida with military honours.
Nearly 600 Immigrant Children Held Beyond Legal Limit at Texas Facility, Court Documents Reveal
Nearly 600 immigrant children held beyond 20-day limit at Texas facility, with conditions including lack of food, medical care, and suicide attempts, court documents show.
Meghan Markle Urges Global Action on Children's Online Safety in Geneva Speech
Meghan Markle delivers emotional speech in Geneva, urging global leaders to prioritise children's online safety as a public health issue.
Sturgeon Says 'National' in SNP Name 'Hugely Problematic'
Nicola Sturgeon admits the word 'national' in the SNP name could be 'hugely problematic', but insists the party is about self-government, not insularity.
'Sadistic' Paedophile Jailed for 32 Years in Global Online Abuse Case
Matthew Falder, a Cambridge graduate and former academic, jailed for 32 years for blackmailing 46 victims over the dark web in a sadistic online abuse case.
Met Police Braces For London Protests On October 7 Anniversary
Met Police prepare for large-scale far-right and pro-Palestine protests in London on the same day as the FA Cup final, with extra powers granted to officers.
Matt Brittin Tipped as Frontrunner for BBC Director General
Matt Brittin, former Google executive, expected to be named BBC director general within days, as board meets to discuss appointment.
Matt Brittin Confirmed As BBC's New Director General
Former Google executive Matt Brittin appointed BBC director general, replacing Tim Davie amid funding negotiations and tech challenges.
UK and EU Face Flight Cancellations Over Jet Fuel Shortage Risk
Airports warn of jet fuel shortages within three weeks if Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, risking UK and EU flight cancellations.
WADA Considers Ban on US Officials Including Trump from LA Olympics Over Unpaid Dues
WADA considers banning US officials, including Trump, from LA 2028 Olympics over unpaid dues. Proposal criticised as unenforceable.
Trump-Backed Candidates Lead in Louisiana Senate Primary
Trump-backed candidates lead Louisiana Senate primary as incumbent Bill Cassidy trails after impeachment vote.
Kneecap’s Fenian: How Court Case and Fans Shaped New Album
Kneecap discuss how a court case and fan support influenced their new album 'Fenian', and clarify U.S. visa situation.
British Football Coach Jailed for 25 Years in Dubai Over CBD Vape Liquid
British football coach Billy Hood sentenced to 25 years in Dubai for CBD vape liquid; family appeals.
The Cage: A Gritty Dive Into Addiction and Desperation
The Cage is a gritty thriller about two casino employees robbing their workplace, exploring addiction, poverty, and redemption in modern Britain.
Trump Intensifies Truth Social Campaign for White House Ballroom
Trump bombards Truth Social with posts backing White House ballroom, stalled by lawsuit; public support at 28%.
Trans Woman Wins Landmark Case Against Giggle For Girls
Federal court upholds ruling that Giggle for Girls app discriminated against trans woman Roxanne Tickle, doubling damages to $20,000.
Brazil Supreme Court Bans Bolsonaro from Elections Until 2030
Brazil's Supreme Electoral Court bans Jair Bolsonaro from elections for eight years for abusing power and undermining democracy.
Three US Troops Killed in Escalating Middle East Strikes
Three US troops killed in Operation Epic Fury against Iran; five wounded. Strikes continue amid rising tensions and anti-war protests.
Tuchel Grants England Players Day Off in Florida Ahead of World Cup
Thomas Tuchel gives England players day off in Florida, trusting them not to abuse privilege. Jude Bellingham could play as striker in World Cup.
Obscurity Awaits Bashar al-Assad in Moscow After Putin Offered Personal Escape Route
Deposed Syrian president Bashar al-Assad and his family are expected to live a secluded life in Moscow after Putin offered a personal escape route.
Delays to defence investment plan have damaged UK’s credibility, say MPs
MPs criticise delays to UK defence investment plan, citing credibility damage; navy's hunter-killer submarines reportedly all docked.
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