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OKC Thunder bury LA Lakers to take 3-0 NBA Playoff series lead

Thunder use an explosive second half to beat LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 131-108 as Ajay Mitchell scores 24.

Syria sees first government reshuffle since al-Assad’s ouster

The reshuffle by President Ahmed al-Sharaa comes amid protests over alleged poor governance.

JNIM and Tuareg fighters join forces

AJ's Defence Editor breaks down the latest threat to Mali’s government and the rapid retreat of Russian forces there

Iran war day 72: Tehran yet to reply to US plan; Israel bombs Lebanon

Israel kills at least 24 people in Lebanon in one day as Tehran's response to US proposal to end the war is awaited.

‘The Secret Agent’ Sweeps 13th Premios Platino While Netflix’s Ambitious Argentine Series ‘The Eternaut’ Dominates TV Prizes

For the second year in a row, a Brazilian feature swept top honors at the annual Ibero-American awards event Premios Platino, dubbed the Platinos Xcaret after its venue in the…

Ireland 'still hungry to get better' - Bemand

A lot has changed in the past two years for Scott Bemand and his youthful Ireland squad.

Lakers one game from exit as Thunder and Cavs win

The Oklahoma City Thunder move to the brink of another Western Conference Finals appearance with a dominant victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.

Virus-hit cruise ship arrives in Tenerife as medics await passengers

The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from Tenerife where the MV Hondius has arrived, after a deadly hantavirus outbreak.

Hantavirus cruise ship arrives in Tenerife for evacuation

Passengers with symptoms could be sent to isolation on the island, health officials warn

Saudi Aramco profits rise as oil price surge and pipeline offset Iran war hit

East-west pipeline allows world’s biggest oil company to circumvent the Strait of Hormuz and keep pumping

Saudi Aramco reports higher profits despite Iran war

East-west pipeline allows oil company to circumvent the Strait of Hormuz and keep pumping

Strickland vs Chimaev – UFC 328: Strickland downs Chimaev on split decision

Sean Strickland won 48–47, 48–47 and 47–48 against Khamzat Chimaev in a fight that failed to live up to its hype.

Indian Film Star Vijay Sworn In as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister After Days of High Drama

Actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar was sworn in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday morning at Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, becoming the…

OpenAI trial lays bare rivalries behind start-up’s $852bn rise

Lawsuit brought by Elon Musk heads into final week in court, with Sam Altman due to testify

Dubois stops Wardley in 11th round to take WBO heavyweight boxing title

Daniel Dubois recovered from two knockdowns to win a second World Heavyweight title with a stoppage of Fabio Wardley.

Copy of ❤️ CMC, Olivia Culpo expecting second child

The San Francisco 49ers star and former Miss Universe announced that they are expecting their second child.

Kerr agrees to 2-year deal to stay with Warriors

Steve Kerr agreed to a two-year contract to return as head coach of the Golden State Warriors, Dan Eveloff and Rick Smith of Priority Sports told ESPN on Saturday.

Tenerife medics poised to receive virus-hit cruise ship passengers

BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from the port in Tenerife where the MV Hondius is soon to dock, after a deadly hantavirus outbreak.

Barcelona have been running Lamine Yamal into the ...

Lamine Yamal is the best teenager ever, and it makes him more susceptible to injury than the likes of Messi or Neymar ever were.

Tucker Carlson on ‘SNL’ Critiques the Met Gala and Slams the ‘Michael’ Movie for Ignoring ‘The Part When He Was a White Man’

What are we doing? Come on. Is this who we are now? “Saturday Night Live” featured player Jeremy Culhane once again showed up on “Weekend Update” in his…

Person dies after being hit by plane at Denver airport

A Frontier Airlines plane has hit and killed a person at Denver’s international airport.

More than half of US voters disapprove of Trump’s handling of economy — FT poll

Iran war and inflation hit US president’s approval ratings and weigh on Republican midterm prospects, survey shows

European carmakers take €8bn hit from Trump tariffs

US president has threatened to raise levies to 25% if EU does not implement last year’s trade deal

Germany in fresh push to buy Tomahawks after Trump row

Defence minister plans Washington trip after Chancellor Friedrich Merz falls out with US president

Iran war boosts Panama Canal’s revenues by up to 15%

CFO Victor Vial says world trading routes will be permanently reshaped after the conflict

The ‘surname ceiling’ holding back family companies

Many of the brightest workers steer clear of such businesses because promotions are scarcer and rewards lower

America’s right and left have perfected each other’s tricks

Both extremes now have an affinity for cancel culture and conspiracy theories

Aziz Ansari Hits the ‘SNL’ Bar With Matt Damon, Colin Jost to Battle the “War Against Male Loneliness”

Damon served as the second-to-last host of season 51, where he was joined by Noah Kahan as musical guest.

Pete Hegseth, Kash Patel and Justice Kavanaugh Hit the Bar Together to Celebrate Iran War, Alcohol on ‘SNL’ Cold Open

Three of President Trump’s most alcohol-inclined confidants walk into a bar… That was the premise behind the cold open of the May 9 episode of “Saturday Night Live,” which found…

Sally Field Credits Jack Nicholson With Reviving Career After ‘The Flying Nun’ Ensured She “Couldn’t Get In A Room To Audition”

Throughout the years, two-time Oscar-winning actress Sally Field has made her distaste for her breakout, titular role in The Flying Nun known, but while opening up to People, she…

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.

The most prestigious role in AI has no job description

Everyone from Anthropic to tiny startups is hiring for the “member of technical staff” — but does anyone know what it means?

Harbaugh: Decision on OBJ could wait until camp

Giants coach John Harbaugh said he spoke to Odell Beckham Jr. three to four times in the past week as they remain in touch about reuniting. But they will "play it out over the…

UCLA's Grant launches NCAA-record 38th homer

UCLA slugger Megan Grant set the single-season home run record for Division I softball when she hit her 38th of the season Saturday afternoon in the third inning of the Big Ten…

Dua Lipa Files $15 Million Suit Against Samsung for Using Her Face to Sell TVs

Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, alleging that the electronics manufacturer used her likeness to sell TVs without paying her and without permission.…

'Save him' - reaction to Dubois' stoppage of Wardley

Fabio Wardley took some significant punishment as Daniel Dubois beat him to take the WBO heavyweight title on Saturday. Should the fight have been stopped sooner?

Results: Round 11 knockout sees Dubois become two-...

Daniel Dubois became a two-time heavyweight world champion on Saturday, beating Fabio Wardley with a Round 11 knockout to finish what was a brutal, pulsating clash.

Charlie Cox Reflects On Disney’s Initial ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Creative Pivot & Credits Marvel For Listening: “We’re Indebted To Them”

Charlie Cox is giving credit where credit is due, saying he and Daredevil: Born Again co-star Vincent D’Onofrio are “indebted” to Marvel for listening to the…

Iran war live: IRGC warns US against attacks on ships; Israel bombs Lebanon

US-Iran ceasefire holds as Tehran warns Washington against attacks on tankers and Israel kills 24 people in Lebanon.

WHO chief says Hantavirus outbreak ‘is not COVID’

WHO chief says Hantavirus outbreak ‘is not COVID’

Indian model's understated Met Gala debut revives debate on cultural representation

Bhavitha Mandava’s Met Gala debut has brought a new wave of attention to her - and to her understated aesthetic.

Man Utd need 'swift clarity' on Carrick to attract new signings - Rooney

Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney says the club need to decide quickly whether to appoint Michael Carrick as their permanent manager, as the uncertainty could lead to…

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.

So you’ve heard these AI terms and nodded along; let’s fix that

The rise of AI has brought an avalanche of new terms and slang. Here is a glossary with definitions of some of the most important words and phrases you might encounter.

‘SNL U.K.’ Cold Open: Peter Serafinowicz Guest Stars as Nigel Farage in Time-Traveling Downing Street Sketch

Peter Serafinowicz, who has starred in “Guardians of the Galaxy” and Star Wars prequel “The Phantom Menace,” opened “Saturday Night Live U.K.”…

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Brazil judge bars law that could reduce Bolsonaro’s 27-year prison sentence

Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes suspends use of law to reduce prison sentences, pending further review.

‘Saturday Night Live UK’ Finally Takes On Nigel Farage With Cold Open Cameo From Well-Known British Comic

It took Saturday Night Live UK seven episodes to take on Donald Trump’s good pal Nigel Farage but we finally have it from British comic Peter Serafinowicz. Making a cold…

Lebanon says Israeli strikes killed 39

Israel and Hezbollah have continued to trade fire despite a ceasefire deal being announced last month.

One killed in Gaza as Turkish FM talks peace efforts with Hamas official

Israel continues to violate a 'ceasefire' agreed to in October with hundreds more killed across the Strip.