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Starmer could announce exit next week, some ministers believe

UK prime minister under intense pressure to set out departure timetable after Andy Burnham’s by-election win

Every moment ached with importance as Northampton win compelling final

Northampton show their grit and unity to prevail in a tussle of a Prem final with Exeter and secure their third English title.

How Duncan Jones Made ‘Rogue Trooper’ Look Like a Studio Epic on an Indie Budget

“There’s AI — the film has no AI,” says director-writer Duncan Jones emphatically about his latest feature, “Rogue Trooper.” The subject comes up as producer Stuart Fennegan talks…

How easily could Britain rejoin the EU?

As Labour toys with the idea, Brussels warns it needs clear commitment and will not accept cherry-picking

Suspect arrested after anti-Muslim stabbing rampage in Scotland

Bystanders captured the moment police arrested a machete-weilding man, suspected of anti-Muslim stabbing rampage.

Kemp and Gibson power England to 38-run win against Scotland

Freya Kemp and Dani Gibson produce an unbroken 61-run partnership off just 21 deliveries in England's 38-run victory over Scotland in an ICC Women's T20 World Cup Group Two match…

Impressive England beat Scotland to close on semis

England's batting sparkles again as the hosts close on a place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals with an 38-run victory over Scotland at Headingley.

Tongue: England have missed Stokes in The Oval Test

England go into day five needing 281 runs to beat New Zealand with five wickets in hand

Root stands firm as England head towards final‑day defeat

Watch the highlights as Joe Root stands between England and defeat in the second Test against New Zealand where a world record of 463 runs is needed to win at The Oval.

Are UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s political days numbered?

British PM resisting intensifying party pressure to step aside.

Stokes hits 95 for Durham while England struggle

Dropped England captain Ben Stokes makes 95 for Durham against Northamptonshire as the national side seemingly slip towards defeat by New Zealand in the second Test.

Scotland bowl, England pick Dunkely to replace injured Sciver-Brunt

Scotland made two changes with Sproul and Rainey stepping in for Lister and Slater

Haynes century maintains Notts dominance at Essex

Jack Haynes' century helps Nottinghamshire continue their dominance against Essex on day two of their County Championship game.

Chief whip warns Starmer that growing number of MPs want exit timetable

Prime minister is spending the weekend discussing his future with allies and colleagues

Nine left in critical condition after UK train collision that killed driver

More than 80 people received treatment after the crash and 28 remain in hospital.

UK condemns Israeli minister over inflammatory Lebanon remarks

UK foreign secretary slams Israeli minister's inflammatory remarks amid regional tensions and fragile ceasefire.

Alcohol bans as Europe swelters - with temperatures of up to 44C forecast

An ongoing heatwave has triggered weather warnings across Europe, with several nations - including the UK - bracing for what could be one of the hottest June days on record.

Transfer rumors, news: Man City ahead of Man Unite...

England midfielder Elliot Anderson is looking more likely to join Manchester City than Manchester United this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Big Tech is stoking unrest in the UK. Why?

Elon Musk’s amplification of anti-immigrant sentiment in Belfast, Southampton and beyond cannot be explained by ideology alone

Nigel Farage’s Brexit rallies were funded from the EU budget

European monies paid for anti-immigrant posters during ‘Say No to EU’ tour

Should Scotland have had two penalties & been playing against 10 men?

Were Scotland hard done by in Boston in losing 1-0 to Morocco in their second game of the World Cup finals?

'Nightmare start for Scotland' - Morocco score after 71 seconds

Morocco's Ismael Saibari stuns Scotland with a superb finish after just 71 seconds in their World Cup Group C game in Boston.

Women's T20 World Cup top run-scorers & wicket-takers

BBC Sport lists the best performing batters and bowlers from the Women's T20 World Cup in England.

George MacKay on Learning to Fish With Callum Turner for Time Travel Movie ‘Rose of Nevada’ and Why He’d Rather Play a Bond Villain: You ‘Get the Best Scenes and Then Get Killed!’

British mainstays like George MacKay are quickly getting used to fielding questions about James Bond casting rumors, with everyone from the likes of Tom Francis to MacKay’s…

The UK: No. 10 Revolving Door

UK PM Keir Starmer faces growing pressure after Andy Burnham’s by-election win.

The Global Rush to Ban Kids From Social Media Has Begun. Will It Work?

As Britain and Canada follow Australia’s lead on under-16 social media bans, experts warn the measures may be easy to evade and hard to enforce.

Starmer under growing pressure to quit after Burnham’s by-election victory

Prime minister faces mutiny in his cabinet after outgoing Greater Manchester mayor sees off Reform UK in Makerfield

Injuries reported as two trains collide north of London

Local media say multiple injuries reported after crash near Bedford, but emergency services did not provide details.

Lancashire batters struggle again at Derbyshire

Derbyshire bowl out Lancashire for 161 at Chesterfield before closing day one of their County Championship game on 197-5.

Goldsworthy shines for Somerset but Warwicks on top

Lewis Goldsworthy musters a battling 90 to keep Somerset afloat on day one of the County Championship match against Warwickshire at Taunton.

Gloucestershire warm to task thanks to Hammond hundred

Beyers Swanepoel pick of the home attack as Worcestershire feel heat after dropped catches

England feel the heat with New Zealand in total control of third Test

Henry Nicholls finishes unbeaten on 119 as New Zealand end day three with a lead of 352, and still seven wickets in hand as they take complete control of the second Test against…

England hit by Rew drops and Nicholls century

England’s parlous position in the second Test against New Zealand is compounded by drops from debutant wicketkeeper James Rew and a superb century by Henry Nicholls.

Beau Webster's four-wicket burst puts Warwickshire on top

Lewis Goldsworthy makes 90 but Somerset up against it in Taunton

Patterson-White takes 6-43 as Notts dominate Essex

Liam Patterson-White takes a career-best 6-43 as Nottinghamshire dominate against Essex on day one of their County Championship game.

Fery's Queen's run ended by Cerundolo in narrow loss

Britain's Arthur Fery narrowly misses out on another career milestone as he falls to Francisco Cerundolo in the Queen's quarter-finals.

Durham bemused by Stokes doubts as England captain finds home comfort

Durham chief executive Tim Bostock says he is "bemused" about doubts around England Test captain Ben Stokes' "state of mind" following an incident in a London nightclub.

Transport secretary calls on Starmer to go

Cabinet member urges prime minister to set timetable for departure after Andy Burnham’s victory in Makerfield

‘Slow Horses’ Star Christopher Chung on Balancing Ego and Empathy as Fan-Favorite Roddy Ho: ‘You Never Play It for the Joke, Everything Is Just Genuine’

“Slow Horses” may be headed by Gary Oldman’s dishevelled MI5 agent Jackson Lamb but it was Roddy Ho, played by Christopher Chung, who took the reins in Season 5.…

Durham chief 'bemused' by doubts around Stokes

Durham chief executive Tim Bostock says he is "bemused" about doubts around England Test captain Ben Stokes' "state of mind" following an incident in a London nightclub.

Latest Hundred 2026 squads as wildcard signings announced

Find out who has signed for which team for the 2026 men's and women's Hundred competitions.

Stick or twist? Rashford and Guehi are Tuchel's big dilemmas

Before England's World Cup match against Ghana on Tuesday, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at Thomas Tuchel's big selection dilemmas.

Starmer’s future hangs in balance after Burnham’s Makerfield election win

Ashton-in-Makerfield, a town few knew of until recently, has potentially chosen the UK's next prime minister.

Could the HPV vaccine eliminate cervical cancer deaths?

The HPV vaccine has reduced the risk of cervical cancer death before age 30 to effectively zero in the United Kingdom.

Arsenal's first bid for Monga rejected - Friday's gossip

Arsenal's opening bid for Jeremy Monga rejected by Leicester, Gunners also preparing bid for Bradley Barcola, RB Leipzig make contact with Everton over Barry.

Burnham storms to by-election victory in challenge to Starmer

Greater Manchester mayor defeats Farage’s Reform UK in pivotal Makerfield poll

BBC Cancels Ashley Cain Series After Presenter Allegedly Called Women “Sluts” & “Slags”

The BBC has pulled Season 2 of documentary series Ashley Cain: Into The Danger Zone after The Guardian newspaper uncovered the presenter’s alleged historical misogynistic remarks.…

Burnham’s win should worry Farage

Fear of a Reform victory led Makerfield voters — including some 2024 Conservatives — to tactically vote Labour

How could Andy Burnham become UK prime minister?

Newly elected MP has made clear that he intends to challenge Keir Starmer — but the prime minister’s response will shape the timeline

Burnham by-election victory sets up challenge to Starmer

Greater Manchester mayor’s victory in Makerfield clears path for attempt to become Labour leader and prime minister

Starmer says he would stand in a Labour leadership race

Greater Manchester mayor’s victory in Makerfield clears path for attempt to become Labour leader and prime minister

Vote counting begins in high-stakes UK by-election

Ballots are being counted in the UK’s closely watched Makerfield by-election.

Latest Hundred 2026 squads as wildcard signings announced

Find out who has signed for which team for the 2026 men's and women's Hundred competitions.

UK court convicts two men for spying for Hong Kong, China

The men, dual Chinese-British nationals, are believed to be the first people convicted of spying for China ‌in Britain.

'He was playing so well' - Duckett run out as NZ make breakthrough

England lose their first wicket as Ben Duckett is run out for 36 by New Zealand's Nathan Smith on day two of the second Test at The Oval, with the home side 45-1 in their first…

Dropped England captain Stokes to play for Durham

Ben Stokes will make his return to action for Durham after being named in their squad for the County Championship match against Northamptonshire on Friday.

Fatima Sana lands Hundred wildcard deal for Birmingham Phoenix

Allrounder earns deal having impressed in defeat against South Africa in Women's T20 World Cup

Piers Morgan’s ‘World Cup Uncensored’ & ‘The Royals Uncensored’ Spin-offs Heading To Paramount’s 5

Piers Morgan is deepening his relationship with Paramount UK network 5 by bringing his World Cup and royals shows to the network. World Cup Uncensored sees the presenter analyze…

The UK Will Scan Asylum-Seekers’ Faces for Age Checks—Despite Knowing the Tech Is Flawed

Internal Home Office tests of age-verification technology show the risks of life-altering errors. It’s moving forward anyway.

BA owner warns EU competition rules make easyJet bid ‘very difficult’

IAG chief Luis Gallego calls for overhaul of how bloc evaluates airline takeovers

How Brexit still divides British voters

In the Makerfield by-election, Andy Burnham is trying to win over an area that voted heavily for Leave

Jamie Bell on ‘Half Man,’ Fatherhood and Wanting to Make a Tap-Dancing Movie After Fred Astaire Biopic Fell Apart

Jamie Bell is still dancing. Twenty-five years ago, an 11-year-old boy from northeast England filmed a small movie about a coal miner’s son who wanted to dance ballet. Three…

Spurs join clubs interested in Newcastle's Tonali

Tottenham Hotspur have joined the list of clubs who are interested in Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali.

Bellingham scores early in second half to put England 3-2 up

Jude Bellingham gives England a flying start to the second half against Croatia, scoring in the 47th minute to put Thomas Tuchel's side 3-2 ahead at the Fifa World Cup.

Ex-Nigeria oil minister cleared in UK bribery trial

Diezani Alison-Madueke had been accused of receiving bribes from oil tycoons but was found not guilty by a jury at Southwark Crown Court.

Fi Morris' all-round show lifts struggling Lancashire

Allrounder scores 57 then takes four wickets to hand Blaze rare defeat

Nat Sciver-Brunt ruled out of England's next two matches in major World Cup blow

Scans reveal England's captain suffered a repeat strain of her left calf muscle against Ireland on Tuesday

Harris, Barnes rout Warwickshire batting as Somerset surge

Stunning collapse opens door for Learoyd's cruise to victory at Exmouth

Transfer Big Board: Best players in each position ...

The transfer window is open in Premier League and will be soon in Europe, so who is available? It's our big board!

'How did that get there?!' - Bethell's brilliant catch removes Latham

Jacob Bethell takes a stunning diving catch to remove New Zealand captain Tom Latham for 27 off the bowling of Jofra Archer as the tourists fall to 58-2 on the opening morning of…

Paramount’s 5 Pacts With WBD’s TNT Sports For Tour De France Highlights

Paramount-owned UK broadcaster 5 has agreed a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery’s TNT Sports to become the UK home of free-TV highlights of the Tour de France. It takes over…

Why UK’s Makerfield by-election matters far beyond one parliamentary seat

Thursday's contest could pave the way for Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to challenge Keir Starmer's premiership.

‘Thelma & Louise’ Musical Reveals Full Cast for Young Vic World Premiere

London’s Young Vic has unveiled the complete cast for its upcoming world premiere of “Thelma & Louise,” filling out the ensemble around previously announced…

Top Creator Agents Question YouTube Inclusion In UK Social Media Ban

EXCLUSIVE: The UK has become the second English-speaking country to outlaw social media for under-16s, but the inclusion of YouTube on the banned list has raised eyebrows among…

JLR to target US ‘millionaires and billionaires’ with hybrid and petrol cars

Chief executive PB Balaji says America offers the British carmaker its biggest growth opportunity

Sciver-Brunt plays down injury scare but England captain set for scan

A major injury scare around captain Nat Sciver-Brunt overshadows England's four-wicket victory over Ireland at the T20 World Cup in Southampton.

England beat Ireland by four wickets as Sciver-Brunt retires

Watch highlights as England beat Ireland by four wickets but the victory was overshadowed by captain Nat Sciver‑Brunt retiring with calf tightness in the Women's T20 World Cup in…

'Warning fire went up': Couple on board yacht describe encounter with Russian warship

The Russian frigate fired warning shots near a British retired couple on a yacht in the English Channel.

Meet the striker who doesn't score often - but Scotland win when he does

Lyndon Dykes has taken a long road to a major finals with Scotland but he's bald, belligerent and up for the battle against Morocco.

UK investigating reports Russian warship fired warning shots near yacht in English Channel

BBC News understands the yacht had drifted towards the Admiral Grigorovich, a Russian frigate which has been operating in the Channel.

Russian warship fires warning shots towards yacht in English Channel

UK says incident is not linked to Britain’s interception of an oil tanker that is part of Moscow’s shadow fleet

Best shots as GB's Norrie beaten by Davidovich Fokina

Watch the best shots as Britain's Cameron Norrie falls to Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the Round of 32 at Queen's.

Russian saboteurs hired third operative for UK attacks

Footage points to the role of an unidentified man spraying anti-Muslim graffiti in London

Russian warship accused of firing warning shots towards yacht in Channel

Ministry of Defence says it is ‘investigating reports of incident’

Westwood happy for Bears to be in Championship hunt

Warwickshire head coach Ian Westwood says he is happy his side are among the County Championship title contenders.

Route announced for 2026 Tour of Britain

The men's cycling race starts in Lincolnshire, with further stages in Yorkshire and Scotland.

UK seizes Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker – what that means

UK's Royal Marines conduct first-of-its-kind operation in the English Channel, causing other tankers to turn around.

Private equity bosses warn of AI threat to bets on law and accountancy

Buyout groups that have invested heavily in professional services face disruption from developing technology

VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch'

Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an…

Can a social media ban protect young users?

The UK says it's banning access to social media for those under age 16.

GB's Jones misses match points in Nottingham loss

Britain's Francesca Jones misses two match points in a narrow defeat by Talia Gibson in the Nottingham Open first round.

Hain helps Warwickshire earn draw with Yorkshire

Sam Hain scores 69 as Warwickshire thwart Yorkshire for the second time this season to earn a draw in their County Championship match at Scarborough.

Tuesday at T20 World Cup: New Zealand eye first win; Ireland run into England

Southampton will host the double-header on Tuesday, with Ireland and Sri Lanka also searching for first points

UK court convicts two over PM-targeting plot run by mysterious Russian

Unverified reports say attacks were part of a campaign of sabotage and misinformation run by the Russian state.

Homes in illegal Israeli settlements promoted at London property show

Sky News has obtained exclusive images that demonstrate illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank were being advertised at a controversial property show that attracted large…

NBA Finals winner Anunoby predicts UK basketball boom

London-born forward OG Anunoby played a starring role in the New York Knicks' NBA Championship-winning season, and believes basketball in the UK is "going to grow more and more".

Arson attacks targeting Keir Starmer properties originated in Russia

The Russian connection behind the firebombing of the prime minister's flat

Clinical Somerset hand Notts first defeat of season

Somerset wrap up a 306-run victory over Nottinghamshire to hand the defending county champions their first loss of the season.

Stones goes from brink of retirement to World Cup 'pure joy'

John Stones' selection for England's World Cup squad may have raised a few eyebrows but the player says he had to "dig deep" to secure his place in the 26-man travelling party.

Britain announces sweeping social media ban for under-16s

PM warns social media platforms are exposing children to content that is 'dangerous' and 'designed to be addictive'.

The UK Places a Sweeping Ban on Social Media for Kids Under 16

The UK government is introducing a ban on social media for children and a minimum age for some chatbots in an attempt to shield young people from dangerous corners of the web.

Under-16 social media ban announced by UK government

The UK is the latest country to follow Australia in implementing a total social media ban for children under 16, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced. The ban, which could…

U.K. to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16

The U.K. is moving ahead with a social media ban for children under 16, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday. If passed in parliament, the ban will go into effect by…

UK may ban social media for children under 16

The U.K. seems to be following Australia's lead in banning a wide swath of social media for teens.

Yorkshire push for victory against Warwickshire

Yorkshire set Warwickshire an unlikely victory target of 453 as they push for a County Championship victory.

Sussex go top after beating Glamorgan

James Coles follows up his double century with three wickets as Sussex beat Glamorgan by an innings and 98 runs in the County Championship.

Wigan return to top as Leeds and York also win

Wigan maintain their 100% record in 2026 as they run in 10 tries against Huddersfield to win 56-12 and return to the top of the Women's Super League.

Did a medieval flying monk spot Halley's comet, twice? It's complicated

University of Leicester historian thinks Eilmer of Malmesbury saw two different comets: in 1018 and 1066

‘Unacceptable’: London protesters slam illegal Israeli settlement land sale

Demonstrators denounce event promoting Israeli settlement land and property sales as a violation of international law.

‘Grantchester’: 10 Seasons of ‘Gorgeous’ Vicars, So Many Murders and What’s in Store for Its Final Season: ‘I’m Going to Defy Anyone Not to Openly Weep’

“Grantchester” begins its final season on June 14, with crime-solving vicars who seem to face far too many murders for one small British village. Variety spoke with the core cast…

British 1-2-3 at Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix - first since 1968

Sir Lewis Hamilton has won his first Formula 1 Grand Prix victory with Ferrari, while George Russell and defending champion Lando Norris made it the first all-British podium since…

BBC Sport pundits choose England World Cup XIs - who would you pick?

Thomas Tuchel will pick his first England World Cup team on Wednesday, when the Three Lions take on Croatia. BBC Sport pundits choose their starting XIs - who would you pick?

UK court to rule on Palestine Action ‘terrorist’ label: What we know

Court of Appeal to rule whether government's proscription of action group was unlawful.

UK forces seize suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker in English Channel

The UK Ministry of Defence says it captures the vessel Smyrtos in an operation that lasts six hours.

‘On the Sea’ Review: A Piercingly Observed Queer Love Story Set in a Hyper-Masculine Welsh Fishing Community

Barry Ward plays a middle-aged mussel farmer, with Lorne MacFadyen as the younger itinerant worker who sparks desires he has spent most of his life hiding.

Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 to mark a winning return to the World Cup

John McGinn's deflected goal gives the Scots a World Cup win for the first time since 1990.

'She's absolutely livid' - Batters clash after dreadful run-out

Qiana Joseph walks into her captain Hayley Matthews after she's run out early on against New Zealand in their opening match of the ICC T20 World Cup in Southampton.

Thousands attend anti-racism rally in Belfast

Thousands joined anti-racism demonstrations across the UK after days of anti-immigration unrest.

Kathryn Bryce's all-round heroics lead Scotland to maiden T20 World Cup win

She followed up a 39-ball 60 with two wickets in a captain's performance

Scotland beat Ireland to claim first T20 World Cup win

Scotland make history at Old Trafford with a dominant 40-run victory over Ireland to secure their first ever win in a women's T20 World Cup.

Scotland beat Ireland to earn first T20 World Cup win

Scotland secure their first T20 World Cup win thanks to a 40-run victory over Ireland in the Old Trafford opener.

‘Right to protest genocide’ denied: Scotland’s Palestine Action supporters

As the banned group fights its proscription in London, similar battles are playing out in Edinburgh.

UK court jails Palestine Action activists on ‘terrorism’ charges

UK court has sentenced four pro-Palestine activists to jail for a raid on an Israeli arms factory near Bristol in 2024.

David Hockney depicted a 'peaceful, gay paradise' when homosexuality was a crime

The painter broke social taboos by celebrating same-sex relationships in his art.

'Mummy hundred' gives Wyatt-Hodge her deserved day in the sun

Danni Wyatt-Hodge gives England's T20 World Cup campaign lift-off with a 'mummy hundred', writes Matthew Henry.

'What a moment' - Wyatt-Hodge gives England perfect start

Watch the best shots as Danni Wyatt-Hodge hits an unbeaten 105 to guide England to an 85-run win against Sri Lanka, and give the hosts the perfect start to the ICC Women's T20…

Best shots as Boulter stuns Rybakina

Watch the best shots as Britain's Katie Boulter stuns top seed Elena Rybakina to book her Queen's semi-final spot.

'One of the catches of the tournament!' - Wyatt-Hodge's moment to remember

After scoring an unbeaten century, Danni Wyatt-Hodge takes a stunning catch in the field as Sri Lanka fall to 22-2 against England, chasing 220 to win in the opening match of the…

UK court jails Palestine Action activists on ‘terrorism’ charges

Quartet convicted on criminal damage and GBH charges, but judge insists raid on Israel arms company was 'terrorist act'.

King leads tributes to 'giant of the art world' David Hockney

The artist, who has died at the age of 88, "was one of life's true originals", King Charles says.

Middlesex and Worcs in tight tussle on day one

Leus du Plooy hits 85 for Middlesex as they reach 291-8 at stumps against Worcestershire on day one of their County Championship match.

Cox ton puts Essex in charge against Leicestershire

Jordan Cox celebrates his call-up to the England squad with an unbeaten 184 as Essex overcome a rocky start to dominate Leicestershire.

Lancashire's Livingstone takes five wickets against Kent

Liam Livingstone takes 5-55 on day one of Lancashire's clash with Kent in his first County Championship game since 2021.

Meet 'the Ostrich' - Exeter's flying wing from out of Africa

Exeter's Campbell Ridl was playing university rugby last season, but has been one of the breakout stars of the season at the centre of Exeter's renaissance

David Hockney, Legendary British Artist, Dies at 88

Hockney "passed away peacefully at home on 11 June," just one month before his 89th birthday, his publicist has said.

David Hockney: Art's great innovator whose vivid paintings made him a household name

The proud Yorkshireman, who also painted iconic pictures of America, was routinely described as Britain's greatest artist.

Why T20 World Cup matters to England and wider game

Charlotte Edwards' first true test and a chance to correct a missed opportunity - the 2026 T20 World Cup is a crucial moment for England.

Warrington go top with win at St Helens

Warrington Wolves move back to the top of the Super League table as they come from behind to beat St Helens.

Minister condemns ‘racist thuggery’ as violence returns to Northern Ireland

The return of unrest to the province, which suffered decades of sectarian violence, has provoked deep concern.

Williams' Queen's run over as injured Mboko withdraws

Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's is curtailed as her playing partner Victoria Mboko withdraws with a left knee injury.

Crucial knock meant huge amount - Hampshire's Orr

Hampshire batter Ali Orr says his match-saving half-century against Surrey meant "a huge amount" as he attempts to cement a first-team spot.

UK defence secretary resigns over spending plan

John Healey says Keir Starmer ‘unable’ and Treasury ‘unwilling’ to provide essential budget

Dalglish, Souness & Rod Stewart - Scotland's World Cup '86 remembered

Remembering Scotland's 1986 World Cup campaign, their fourth successive appearance at the tournament.

‘Doctor Who’ Set To Be Off Air For Years Amid A Creative Regeneration That’s Failing To Spark Early Enthusiasm Among Producers

EXCLUSIVE: The Doctor is famed for having powers of regeneration, but the shape-shifting Time Lord’s next transformation could well be the most challenging yet. That’s…

Latest Hundred 2026 squads as captains and injury replacements named

Find out who has signed for which team for the 2026 men's and women's Hundred competitions.

UK, Australia, Canada launch $4m peace fund for Israel-Palestine conflict

Fund will provide humanitarian support to Palestinians, crack down on Israeli settlers and support Gaza peace plan.

Ryanair is under investigation over charging parents to sit with their kids

European economy airline Ryanair is under investigation in the UK for charging parents mandatory fees to sit with their children. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said…

‘Thuggery’: Belfast police fire water cannon at anti-immigration protests

Far-right anti-immigration demonstrations in Northern Ireland turn violent for a second night after stabbing attack.

Police in Belfast use water cannon as anti-immigrant unrest continues

Clashes come as family of knife attack victim calls for calm and condemns violence targeting immigrants.

Bellingham at number 10? Will Saka start? It's decision time for Tuchel

England's World Cup preparations are complete, so who will now make it into Thomas Tuchel's team to face Croatia?

Arsenal in hunt for Williams - Thursday's gossip

Arsenal in the hunt for Nico Williams, Juventus open talks with Aston Villa over deal for Emiliano Martinez, Paris St-Germain chase Bayern Munich's Michael Olise.

Manager McKenna leaves promoted Ipswich

Ipswich Town announce that Kieran McKenna has decided to resign, before the club's Premier League campaign.

Scotland's Super Mario and social butterfly who emerged from Man Utd cocoon

From unappreciated at Manchester United to idolised at Scotland and Napoli - but who is the real Scott McTominay?

Sciver-Brunt finds form as England overcome India

Nat Sciver-Brunt spends valuable time in the middle as England beat India in their final warm-up match before the Women's T20 World Cup starts on Friday.

‘Doctor Who’ Christmas Special Not Going Forward This Year at BBC as Russell T Davies and Bad Wolf Exit Series

The BBC is no longer going ahead with a “Doctor Who” Christmas special this year as planned and is seeking new production partners. Showrunner and writer Russell T…

Suthar joins Warwickshire for two County Championship matches

He will be available for the games against Yorkshire in Scarborough and Somerset in Taunton

Model who alleges Kanye West choked her tells BBC she felt 'suffocated and scared'

West claims the encounter on a music video set was part of a "provocative theatrical performance".

Protesters torch cars, buildings in Belfast after knife attack

Unrest comes after a Sudanese man was arrested over a stabbing attack in north Belfast, UK.

England face up to two rounds of World Cup play-offs

England beat Ukraine 3-0 on Tuesday night but it did not matter what they did as automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup was out of their hands.

Williams rolls back the years on return at Queen's

Serena Williams rolls back the years at Queen's with a winning performance on her comeback to tennis after 1,375 days away from the sport.

Dani Gibson to captain Sunrisers Leeds in Women's Hundred

England allrounder was most-expensive signing at £190,000 in Hundred auction

Lord's pitch rated 'unsatisfactory' by ICC

The Lord's pitch for the first Test between England and New Zealand is rated "unsatisfactory", with the historic venue given one demerit point.

Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Formally Investigated By UK Competition Watchdog

The UK’s antitrust authority has launched a formal investigation into the $110 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). The Competition and Markets…

U.K. Begins Formal Review of Paramount-Warner Bros. Megadeal

The deadline for the Competition and Markets Authority to decide on a possible phase 2 investigation is Aug. 7.

Kent sign Bangladesh paceman Mahmud

Kent sign Bangladesh fast bowler Hasan Mahmud for six of their remaining eight County Championship matches.

Why a U.K. pharma giant is paying a 40% premium to pivot back to oncology

U.K. pharmaceutical giant GSK on Tuesday struck a $10.6 billion deal to buy U.S.-listed biotech company Nuvalent, its biggest acquisition in eight years as it seeks to bolster the…

GSK to buy US cancer biotech Nuvalent for $10.6bn

New chief Luke Miels makes his mark at GSK with one of UK drugmakers’ biggest deals

Aamir Khan, Arundhati Roy Film and ‘Goodness Gracious Me’ Reunion to Headline London Indian Film Festival’s 17th Edition (EXCLUSIVE)

Bollywood actor and filmmaker Aamir Khan will appear in conversation at BFI Southbank on July 16 as the closing gala of the London Indian Film Festival’s 17th edition, which…

Sciver-Brunt fails in T20 warm-up defeat by Australia

England lose their first T20 World Cup warm-up to Australia by five wickets in Cardiff.

Edward Bluemel to Star in Young Hercule Poirot Series for BritBox, BBC

'Hercule' will chronicle the younger days of Agatha Christie's iconic detective character.

‘What It Feels Like For A Girl’ Star Ellis Howard Says Selling Historic BBC Show To U.S. Is A “Revolutionary Act”

EXCLUSIVE: The star of Prime Video’s latest queer drama What It Feels Like for a Girl has declared Amazon’s decision to buy the show in the U.S. “a revolutionary act,…

Uber tells London to get ready for robotaxis

Uber is getting ready to put robotaxis on London's streets, opening an interest list for riders who want to be among the first to hail one of Wayve's autonomous vehicles when the…

Bairstow keen to avenge Warwickshire mauling

Yorkshire captain Jonny Bairstow is relishing their County Championship match against Warwickshire at Scarborough.

Warwickshire can win Championship - Mousley

Warwickshire all-rounder Dan Mousley says the squad believes they can end this season with their ninth County Championship title.

Bellingham has fight to start for England - Tuchel

Jude Bellingham has a fight on his hands to feature in England's starting line-up at the World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel.

A ‘big bang’ reversal of Brexit is both unrealistic and unnecessary

Going back would create some big new problems but Switzerland provides an alternative model

Webster's maiden T20 ton ends Warwickshire's winless Blast run

Defending champions Somerset slip to fourth consecutive defeat despite posting 215

Blaze & Somerset boost Women's T20 Blast finals bid

Tammy Beaumont hits a half-century as The Blaze beat Lancashire Thunder in a low-scoring match to go top of the Women's T20 Blast table.

'Another one!' Tongue strikes early as England close in on victory

Josh Tongue makes an early breakthrough on day four for England as he traps New Zealand's Tom Blundell lbw for four on day four of the first Test at Lord's, with the tourists…

Belief but work to do – Wales' two years under Bellamy

BBC Sport Wales looks at Craig Bellamy's time in charge of Wales as he reaches the midway stage of his four-year deal with the Football Association of Wales.

Clarke has 'some decisions to make' - but what are they?

Scotland head coach Steve Clarke has "some decisions to make" when it comes to his starting XI for their World Cup opener against Haiti on Sunday, but what are they?

Expensive oil is making electric vehicles look positively cheap

Petrol retails for £1.58 a litre in the UK, up about 20% since the start of the year

Three Britons plead guilty after restaurant owner killed in unpaid bill row

Three British men have pleaded guilty after a Canadian restaurant owner died following a row over an unpaid bill.

Scotland score four in first half to beat Bolivia

Watch the goals as Scotland score four in the first half to beat Bolivia in their final World Cup warm-up.

Thunder to face Lightning or Pulse in Grand Final

AO Manchester Thunder are the first team to book a place in the Netball Super League Grand Final after beating London Pulse on Saturday.

Was this the season that got away for Glasgow Warriors?

After defeat by the Bulls in the URC semi-finals - was this the season that got away for Glasgow Warriors?

Patrick Godfrey Dies: ‘Ever After’ & ‘Les Misérables’ Actor Was 93

Patrick Godfrey, the actor known for roles in Ever After (1998) and Les Misérables (2012), has died. He was 93. The actor’s London-based agency Markham, Froggatt & Irwin…

Patrick Godfrey, ‘Ever After: A Cinderella Story’ Star, Dies at 93

Patrick Godfrey, an English actor who played Leonardo da Vinci in the 1998 fantasy film “Ever After: A Cinderella Story,” died on Thursday. He was 93. Godfrey’s death was…

England move closer to win on wet day at Lord's

England make use of the limited time available on a rain-affected day three to move towards a much-needed victory over New Zealand in the first Test at Lord's.

‘House of the Dragon’ Showrunner on Season 3’s Battle of the Gullet: ‘This Sequence Is Unlike Anything That’s Ever Been Done in Television Before’

“House of the Dragon” showrunner and co-creator Ryan Condal told a whooping audience at Shoreditch Town Hall in East London that Season 3 would deliver on the promise of the…

Glasgow stunned by Bulls fightback in URC semi-final

Glasgow Warriors endure more heartbreak as the Bulls recover from an 18-point deficit to win their URC play-off semi-final.

Sullivan steps down at West Ham in wake of allegations

West Ham United co-owner David Sullivan steps down as joint chairman of the club with immediate effect following a joint investigation by BBC Panorama and the Times newspaper into…

Keir Starmer to host Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders for talks

‌Sir Keir Starmer will host Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Number 10 for talks on the Russia and Ukraine conflict.

Technical issue detected on one of UK's biggest warships

A technical issue has been detected on one of the UK's largest warships as it was docked in Norway, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) said.

Tributes to Buffy and Ted Lasso star Anthony Head after death aged 72

The British actor, who also appeared in Merlin and Little Britain, died of complications from pneumonia.

On yer bike! Freud and middle-aged men in Lycra

The ever-present fear of ridicule among cycling’s weekend warriors tells us a thing or two about human nature

“Unlike Anything That’s Ever Been Done on Television Before”: ‘House of the Dragon’ Battle Secrets Revealed at SXSW London

Showrunner Ryan Condal, Steve Toussaint, Abigail Thorn and the cast on building The Battle of the Gullet, the most expensive, most dangerous and most gloriously irresponsible…

‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Cast Pay Tribute to Anthony Head: “There’s a Hole in the World”

Following the announcement of the British actor's death on Friday, Sarah Michelle Gellar, David Boreanaz, James Marsters and more reacted to the loss of Head, who died at 72.

T20 Blast round-up: Bairstow inspires Yorkshire to record Roses win

A round up of Friday's T20 Blast action which included Jonny Bairstow and Moeen Ali inspiring Yorkshire to a 106-run win over Lancashire Lightning.

From Nescafe to Ted Lasso: Anthony Head's life in pictures

Anthony Head, who first came to public attention for his role in 1980s Nescafe ads, has died at the age of 72.

Anthony Head Dies: ‘Ted Lasso’ & ‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer’ Star Was 72

Anthony Head, the British actor best known for roles in Ted Lasso and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died at 72. Head’s daughters, actors Emily and Daisy, told BBC News that…

Nazi salutes, Sikhs abused: Tensions grip UK after Henry Nowak’s murder

Although the victim's father has warned against exploiting his family's tragedy, far-right groups are rallying.

Moeen Ali says he was advised not to join Yorkshire

Moeen Ali says many people advised him against moving to Yorkshire following the Azeem Rafiq racism case.

International Insider: Reality TV Summit UK; Netflix’s Euro Rights Warning; ‘Buena Vista’ Interview

Good afternoon Insiders, happy Friday and welcome back to the Insider. Max Goldbart here steering you through. Sign up here. Reality TV Summit UK @ SXSW London The reality of it…

Kanya King Dies: Founder Of The UK’s MOBO Awards Was 57

Kanya King, the founder of the UK’s popular Music of Black Origin awards show, colloquially known as the MOBOs, has died. She was 57.  King’s death was announced this morning…

Football regulator faces 'defining test' over potential Derby investment

English football's independent regulator faces a "defining test" as Saudi Arabian government official Turki Al-Sheikh attempts to invest in Derby County, says Amnesty…

Arsenal trio & Fernandes on PFA men's player of the year shortlist

Declan Rice, Gabriel, David Raya, Bruno Fernandes, Erling Haaland and Rayan Cherki are nominated for the Professional Footballers' Association men's player of the year award.

BBC Studios Sends Karl Warner To L.A. For Global Formats Role

BBC Studios has forged a newly-created global formats role for Karl Warner in L.A. Warner is relocating to the U.S. and being tasked with “identifying, partnering with, and…

World Cup quiz: Name every player in England's squad

There are just 12 days until England play their World Cup opener against Croatia - but can you name ever member of the squad picked by Thomas Tuchel?

BBC ‘Newsnight’ Presenter Victoria Derbyshire Faced Workplace Conduct Investigation

EXCLUSIVE: Victoria Derbyshire, one of the BBC’s most prominent news presenters, was the subject of a workplace conduct investigation over her interactions with multiple…

Did BP miss CRH warning signs before hiring Albert Manifold?

Former colleagues say businessman’s management style should have raised concerns as oil group weighed him as chair

Superdrug removes skincare brand amid concerns over Israeli settlement products

Superdrug, the UK's second-largest beauty and health retailer, has blocked a skincare brand from its website after suspected cosmetic ingredients were seen at an Israeli…

Burnham confirms he will seek to replace Starmer as UK prime minister

Greater Manchester mayor says he will aim to join a Labour leadership race if he wins upcoming by-election

GB's Hunter Bell fights back to win 1500m in Rome

Great Britain's Georgia Hunter Bell times her race perfectly, winning the 1500m in a season's best time of three minutes 58.63 seconds at the Diamond League event in Rome.

Robinson's perfect return gives England edge over NZ

England's Ollie Robinson marked his return to Test cricket with four wickets at Lord's as New Zealand closed day one on 61-6, trailing the home side by 79 runs.

Stunning Robinson return gives life to England

Ollie Robinson takes three wickets in his first over for England in more than two years to breathe life into their post-Ashes rebuild on day one of the first Test against New…

Like father like son - international goals run in the family

After Lewis Koumas followed in father Jason's footsteps to score for Wales, BBC Sport showcases the famous father-son footballers who have scored goals at international level.

Brook counterattack can't prevent New Zealand seizing control at Lord's

New Zealand made inroads in second session as rain creates stop-start contest

RFU council member punished for post about Alphonsi

A member of the RFU council has been stripped of perks of his position for seven months – including tickets to England games, free meals and travel expenses – after posting…

British 'mafia boss' kidnapped by law enforcement, lawyer claims

Lawyers for one of Europe's top "mafia bosses" have accused law enforcement of "kidnapping" the fugitive as part of an international underworld extradition saga.

Man City consider legal action after Haaland claim

After a candidate in Real Madrid's presidential election unveils an Erling Haaland shirt on live TV, Manchester City dismiss the suggestion their striker will move to Spain.

Man City consider legal action over Real candidate's promise to sign Haaland

After a candidate in Real Madrid's presidential election unveils an Erling Haaland shirt on live TV, Manchester City dismiss the suggestion their striker will move to Spain.

U.S. Studios Bristle At Proposals For Them To Support The BBC In Collecting Its Revenue

EXCLUSIVE: The Motion Picture Association (MPA), the trade body that represents U.S. studios including Netflix and Disney, is lobbying against proposals in the UK that could…

UK far-right accused of exploiting killing of Henry Nowak

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer accused right-wing figures of exploiting the killing of Henry Nowak for political gain.

Emilia Clarke on Moving Forward After Suffering Two Brain Hemorrhages: ‘Recovery Is as Important as Survival’

“Game of Thrones” star Emilia Clarke gave a moving speech while being honored at Variety‘s Power of Women London, presented by Lifetime, about surviving two…

Surrey race to eight-wicket win over Middlesex in Blast

Ollie Pope strikes his first half-century of this year's T20 Blast as Surrey coast past Middlesex in a one-sided South Group derby at The Oval.

England will not enforce World Cup social media ban

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt says they will not be replicating the social media ban that was in place for the 2017 World Cup for this year's T20 version.

Former world champion Doherty announces retirement

Former world champion Ken Doherty announces his retirement from professional snooker to end his 36-year career.

Strict IPL stance could make things messy for England - Stokes

Captain Ben Stokes warns that players could abandon international cricket if England take a hardline stance on the Indian Premier League.

Norwegian teen was in UK to 'undertake a hit', court hears

Johannes Natland was due to carry out a shooting on behalf of a Swedish criminal group, trial hears.

Arsenal Star Bukayo Saka Sets Documentary ‘The Time Is Now’: It’s the ‘Chance to Tell My Story in a Way I Never Have Before’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Having recently been instrumental to Arsenal’s most successful campaign in more than 20 years, soccer star Bukayo Saka — one of the most gifted British footballers playing…

Does UK’s new far-right party, Restore, pose a threat to Farage’s Reform?

Restore Britain’s manifesto has pledged to implement the 'most ambitious programme of mass deportations'.

Who needs what in World Cup qualifying?

England will seal a place at next summer's World Cup if they avoid defeat against Spain on Friday, but who else can secure a spot in Brazil?

Outrage over UK police arrest video of dying student

Footage of police arresting a dying student has set off heated protests in the UK.

Will the Middle East crisis save Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos empire?

Some bond investors believe the group’s debt is unsustainable, but others think its scale and edge will see it through

Bellamy sees Koumas future at centre-forward

Wales head coach Craig Bellamy believes Lewis Koumas' international future will be as a centre-forward.

'Keir Starmer made us promises - and we thought they'd be kept'

Two boys from Gaza who received medical treatment in the UK have said the prime minister has "broken a promise" to reunite them with their families and bring over hundreds of…

Capsey and Knight star as England seal record-breaking series win over India

Alice Capsey hits 82 whilst Heather Knight finishes unbeaten on 70 as England chase down 181, the highest run-chase in women's T20 history in England, to secure a six-wicket win…

Brilliant Capsey seals series win and gives England selection poser

Alice Capsey leaves England with a huge selection call and Heather Knight finds form as the hosts sign off for the T20 World Cup with victory over India.

Capsey & Knight star as England seal series win

Alice Capsey leaves England with a huge selection call and Heather Knight finds form as England sign off for the T20 World Cup with victory over India.

British couple lose Iran jail sentence appeal, family says

Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 during a global motorbike journey.

British couple jailed in Iran lose appeal, family says

A British couple jailed on spying charges in Iran have lost an appeal against their convictions, their family has said.