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Higgins builds slender semi-final lead over Murphy

John Higgins opens up a slender 13-11 advantage over Shaun Murphy heading into the final session of their World Championship semi-final.

Trump talks up his push to lower costs, as analysts see bruising midterms for GOP due to economic worries

President Donald Trump on Friday delivered a wide-ranging speech that focused in part on his efforts to lower taxes and other costs, as analysts predict defeats for his party in…

US warns Europe of delays to arms shipments as Iran war drains stockpiles

Deferred deliveries could include those used in Ukraine’s defence against Russia

Diego Luna Joins Disney’s Live-Action ‘Tangled’

After starring in multiple Star Wars projects, including Disney+ and Lucasfilm’s lauded recent series Andor, Diego Luna is expanding his relationship with Disney as one of…

Trump expands red snapper fishing as critics warn of overfishing

Anglers in Florida, Georgia, and Carolinas gain more fishing control with Trump's red snapper permit approval.

At least 12 killed in latest Israeli attacks on Lebanon

Israel's strikes continue, with more than 2,600 killed since March 2, despite an ongoing ceasefire.

It now costs $160 to fill up America’s top-selling vehicle as the Iran war nears its 10th week

Regular unleaded gas is up almost 50% since the start of the Iran war, to $4.42 a gallon late Friday morning, according to GasBuddy.

Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi hospitalised as health deteriorates

Mohammadi has lost consciousness twice and suffered a severe cardiac crisis, her foundation has announced.

Trump’s Iran war leaves US with sharpest fuel shock in G7

Petrol and diesel prices are rising more swiftly in America than other major economies including the UK and Canada

May Day rallies sweep US, demanding reforms for working-class rights

May Day events include calls to 'tax the rich' and abolish ICE amid $70bn proposed funding for immigration enforcement.

Gophers QB Lindsey arrested for fake ID, alcohol

Minnesota starting quarterback Drake Lindsey, 20, was arrested early Friday in Arkansas for underage alcohol possession and possession of a fake ID.

A Dark-Money Campaign Is Paying Influencers to Frame Chinese AI as a Threat

Build American AI, a nonprofit linked to a super PAC bankrolled by executives at OpenAI and Andreessen Horowitz, is funding a campaign to spread pro-AI messaging and stoke fears…

Barcelona in sight of La Liga title a week before El Clasico with Real

Barcelona face Osasuna in La Liga on Saturday where a win will heap more pressure on Real Madrid at Espanyol on Sunday.

Where's my Oscar? Eight times Academy Awards trophies have gone missing

From burglary to ransom, Oscar-winners like Frances McDormand, Jared Leto, Whoopi Goldberg and Olympia Dukakis have lost their coveted statuettes.

US judge bars Trump from ending protected status for Yemeni nationals

Trump administration has sought to cancel temporary protections for 13 countries as part of immigration crackdown.

Avi Nesher to Direct Adaptation of Best-Seller ‘Sons and Soldiers’ for Jagman Productions (EXCLUSIVE)

Jagman Productions and producer Josh Green have acquired the rights to adapt Bruce Henderson’s “Sons and Soldiers,” with acclaimed Israeli filmmaker Avi Nesher set to…

Apple just gave a subtle clue that a splashy AI acquisition may be in the cards

Apple is officially retiring its net-cash-neutral target, and some suspect the iPhone maker is preparing for a major acquisition to close the gap in the AI race.

‘Why do Americans think we can do socialism?’ asks hedge-fund manager Ken Griffin

The hedge-fund manager’s recent comments came after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, singled out Griffin’s ownership of a $238 million penthouse.

‘Why do Americans think we can do socialism?’ says hedge-fund manager Ken Griffin

The hedge-fund manager’s recent comments came after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, singled out Griffin’s ownership of a $238 million penthouse.

The world wants to eliminate cervical cancer - how Australian scientists led the way

For the first time, Australia has recorded no new cervical cancer diagnoses in women under 25. To get there, they vaccinated young men.

Zendaya to Miss 2026 Met Gala Amid Busy Year of Releases

The actress, who has attended the fashion event seven times, has had a packed year, with 'The Drama' and 'Euphoria' season three already released and 'The Odyssey,' 'Spider-Man:…

All the evidence revealed so far in Musk v. Altman

The Musk v. Altman trial is underway, and that means exhibits, or the evidence to be presented in court, are being revealed piece by piece. So far, email exchanges, photos, and…

Spirit Airlines prepares to cease operations as bailout talks founder

Donald Trump says US still ‘looking’ at a rescue for bankrupt budget carrier, but would only proceed ‘if it’s a good deal’

Hunain's clutch 20th over sends Hyderabad Kingsmen into PSL final

Earlier, Usman Khan's 61 had set Islamabad United a competitive target of 186

Pickleball gets its largest-ever investment: $225 million. ‘It’s still a growth sport — it’s not just a fad.’

As valuations in major sports leagues like the NFL have surged, institutional investors have turned to smaller, fast-growing sports.

Trump says he will raise tariff on EU vehicles to 25%

Levies on cars and trucks exported to US will be imposed ‘next week’ unless companies manufacture at American plants

‘We are old school’: I’ve been married for 40 years. Should I have kept my money separate?

“We have all of our financial accounts joint except for our IRAs.”

Trump says Iran seeks terms he ‘can’t agree to’ in latest peace proposal

Trump says the Iranian offer sent via Pakistan contains terms he's not satisfied with.

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.

Trump announces 25 percent tariffs on European Union cars, trucks

US president says EU ‘not complying’ with current trade deal, launches new tariffs to begin next week.

EU hits back at 'unacceptable' Donald Trump over plans to increase tariffs

The European Union's trade chair has hit back at Donald Trump after he announced plans to increase tariffs on vehicles exported to the US.

Oscars: Film Academy Cracks Down on AI, Opens Up International and Acting Categories

The organization also announced changes impacting a host of other categories and its Governors Awards.

If Spirit ends up shutting down, these airlines stand to benefit

A shuttered airline would open up precious airport slots, gates and routes, and could create opportunities for other carriers to expand.

Roderick leads Pears fightback against Northants

Gareth Roderick hits an unbeaten 164 as Worcestershire recover from 137-7 to total 306 against Northants, who are 40-0 at the end of day one.

Private credit group Ares draws nearly $20bn from investors

Real estate and infrastructure commitments help offset weakness in group’s core business

Slater puts Notts on top against Leicestershire

Opener Ben Slater hits 178 as Nottinghamshire score 405-4 on the opening day of their Championship game against Leicestershire.

Whitney Cummings to Host ‘Marriage Market’ Unscripted Series at Fox

The show will follow single people who turn over matchmaking responsibilities to their families.

US warns shippers against paying Strait of Hormuz tolls, ‘donations’

Latest warning comes as Iranian state media reports Tehran has presented new peace proposal to US.

Amazon stuck with months of repairs after drone strikes on data centers

AWS stops billing Middle East cloud customers as repairs to war damage drag on.

Michael Jackson’s biopic and what it leaves out

A new biopic revisits Michael Jackson - but what’s left out of his story, and who decides his legacy?

What will Trump’s war on Iran mean for global trade?

Take part in a live Ask an Expert Q&A with our trade columnist on Thursday May 7 at 1pm (BST)

Severe Linux Copy Fail security flaw uncovered using AI scanning help

Nearly every Linux distribution released since 2017 is currently vulnerable to a security bug called "Copy Fail" that allows any user to give themselves administrator privileges.…

Sinner beats Fils to reach Madrid Open final

World number one Jannik Sinner remains on course for a record fifth consecutive Masters 1,000 title after reaching the Madrid Open final with a straight-set win over Arthur Fils.

Scorpions go terminator mode and reinforce their weapons with metal

Different hunting patterns seem to dictate different distributions of metal.

Turkish police arrest more than 500 people at May Day rallies

Turkey sees significant police deployments on 1 May each year, when marches led by workers and unions are held.

Bangladesh eye rare double-series win over New Zealand in rainy Dhaka

The weather could have a big, even a decisive, say in the third T20I but if there is play, Bangladesh would fancy their chances against an under-strength New Zealand

MBZ, the Emirati sheikh who shook up the Gulf

From foreign interventions to abandoning Opec, the UAE’s leader is charting a different path for his country

Trump says he will raise tariff on European vehicles to 25%

Levies on cars and trucks exported to US will be imposed ‘next week’ unless EU companies manufacture at American plants

EU trade deal with South America’s Mercosur bloc takes provisional effect

The long-awaited deal creates one of the world’s largest free trade areas with 720m potential consumers.

ACM Awards Add Ella Langley, Zach Top, Red Clay Strays, Jordan Davis and Others as Performers for Telecast

The Academy of Country Music has announced a round of performers for the upcoming ACM Awards in Las Vegas, including two of the top nominees, Ella Langley and Zach Top, along with…