Carrick: Mainoo deal 'getting closer'
Michael Carrick says Kobbie Mainoo is "getting closer" to signing a new deal at Manchester United.
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Scores Killed in Nigerian Military Strikes as Clashes With Militants Intensify
A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper like those used to track potential targets in Nigeria. The one shown was in Puerto Rico last year.
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An Underwater Phantom Is Killing Fish and Breaking Hearts
A mysterious algal bloom has haunted South Australia’s coast for more than a year, killing marine life and unsettling communities that cherish the ocean.
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Deep-fried food banned in new plans for school dinners
Schools are being told to cut down on sugary desserts, and provide more vegetables and whole grains.
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These are people Israel killed in Lebanon on a single day
In a matter of minutes, Israel killed more than 350 people across Lebanon on Wednesday, April 8.
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New Mainoo deal closer, says Man Utd boss Carrick
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is getting closer to agreeing a new contract with the club, head coach Michael Carrick says.
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Fried nuggets and steamed sponges off menu in school food overhaul in England
Campaigners welcome first update of school food standards in 13 years, which aims to help lower obesity ratesThe government is to announce an overhaul to school food standards in England that will...
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Swinney says Scottish independence referendum could be held in 2028
The SNP leader made the claim in the BBC's televised debate ahead of next month's Scottish election.
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Israel’s War
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was instrumental in taking the U.S. to war with Iran. Now, he is trying to prolong the fighting.
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Nigerian artisans preserve handwoven fabric amid rising global demand
Resisting mechanisation, Nigerian artisans uphold the authenticity of aso-oke, now a staple in global fashion markets.
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Could the Iran war pose lasting risks to global food security?
United Nations warns impact could last well beyond conflict.
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World reacts to election defeat for Viktor Orban, Hungary’s longtime PM
Prime Minister Viktor Orban concedes defeat as early results show his Fidesz party losing parliamentary majority.
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What’s next for the US-Iran peace process after talks end without a deal?
Sources in Pakistan say “progress has been made” in talks between the US and Iran – even though they ended with no deal.
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'A truly historic moment': BBC reports from Hungary as Viktor Orbán concedes election
Rajini Vaidyanathan broadcasts from outside Hungary's parliament as crowds hear about the prime minister's concession.
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Hungary’s Viktor Orban concedes defeat in parliamentary elections
Hungary’s Viktor Orban has conceded defeat to opposition leader Peter Magyar after 16 years as prime minister.
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Iran’s Underground Air Force Base Was Hit Earlier in the War
Satellite imagery shows impact craters at and near the tunnel entrances to aircraft shelters at Iran’s remote “Eagle 44” base.
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How shaky is the Iran-US ceasefire?
Will the Iran-US truce lead to peace, or more war?
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Overton's career-best 141 helps Somerset to beat Essex
Somerset closed out a dominant 10-wicket win over Essex at Chelmsford for a first Rothesay County Championship victory of the new campaign.
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'Disaster' as McIlroy double bogeys the fourth
Overnight joint leader Rory McIlory struggles with his putter on the fourth hole and ends with a double bogey to gift the lead to Cam Young on the final day of the 2026 Masters at Augusta.
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Polls close in Benin with finance minister expected to win election
Former President Patrice Talon has stepped down after two five-year terms.
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Viktor Orban Loses Re-election in Hungary to Peter Magyar
Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Budapest on Sunday after the announcement of the partial results of the general election.
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Rose kicks off final round with brilliant chip-in birdie
Justin Rose starts his final round at The Masters with a superb chip-in birdie on the first at Augusta.
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Hungary election: Early results show Magyar’s Tisza ahead of Orban’s Fidesz
Peter Magyar’s upstart party on course to win victory.
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Cuba’s President Projects Defiance in Standoff With the U.S.
President Miguel Díaz-Canel of Cuba in Havana last month. He told “Meet the Press” on Sunday, “We’ll defend ourselves, and if we need to die, we’ll die.”
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No need for hard stares as Paddington: The Musical triumphs at the Olivier awards
West End spectacular about Michael Bond’s beloved bear wins seven prizes, while Rachel Zegler, Rosamund Pike, Paapa Essiedu and James Graham are all recognisedIt was a night of sweet victory for Mi...
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Sunderland sink Spurs in De Zerbi's opening game in charge
Sunderland's Nordi Mukiele scores the only goal in the Black Cats 1-0 home win against Tottenham, handing Roberto De Zerbi a loss in his first game in charge as Tottenham manager. The result leaves...
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Rescuers dig through rubble after deadly Israeli strikes in south Lebanon
Rescuers are digging through rubble after a new wave of Israeli strikes across southern Lebanon killed at least 13.
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Civilians feared killed after reports of air strike on Nigerian market
The Nigerian Air Force has not addressed reports it struck a village market while targeting militants.
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Brand suffers neck pain after fan collision in Paris-Roubaix
Lucinda Brand of the Netherlands collides with a spectator during the women's Paris-Roubaix, which was won by Germany's Franziska Koch.
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Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade threat raises risks and leaves predicaments unchanged
The conflict is now a test of wills - Iran’s capacity to absorb strikes versus Trump’s tolerance for the war's costs.
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Inflation and growth set to dominate IMF and World Bank meetings
Plus, Wall Street lenders kick off earnings season, Chinese GDP and European inflation figures
ft.com
Sinner reclaims world No 1 from Alcaraz after Monte Carlo triumph
Jannik Sinner has returned to world No 1 after beating Carlos Alcaraz in straights sets in the Monte-Carlo Masters final.
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PCK Dance: Into the Light review – future moves towards a low-key apocalypse
The Place, London This double bill from choreographers James Pett and Travis Clausen-Knight features fluent steps, tension and expression, but their expressed human connection to an AI-driven world...
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Global economic outlook darkens as policymakers count cost of Iran war
Central bankers and economists prepare to meet in Washington to assess conflict’s damage
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Asha Bhosle, One of India’s Most Beloved Singers, Dies at 92
Asha Bhosle was cited by the Guinness World Records for the most studio song recordings by any artist.
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Iranian authorities remain defiant, urge supporters to stay in streets
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who led Iran's delegation in talks to end the war, said US delegation 'failed to gain trust'.
aljazeera.com
Sinner back to world No 1 with Monte Carlo final victory over Alcaraz
Highlights of the Monte Carlo Masters match between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
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Seven ways America can win the ceasefire and end the war
Trump needs to take decisive action to secure regional peace and a win in the midterm elections.
aljazeera.com
Van Aert beats Pogacar in thrilling Paris-Roubaix sprint
Wout van Aert beats four-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar in a thrilling sprint finish to win the Paris-Roubaix title.
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Transfer guard Vaaks chooses Illinois, agents say
Transfer guard Stefan Vaaks, one of the surprise freshmen in college basketball this season who starred at Providence, has committed to Illinois, his agents at Excel Sports Management told ESPN on...
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Oil prices expected to rise as hope fades of end to Iran war
Crude had stabilised on optimism that a deal could be reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
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Sinner beats Alcaraz to return to world top spot
Jannik Sinner is back to world number one after beating Carlos Alcaraz in the final in Monte Carlo.
bbc.com
TechCrunch Mobility: Who is poaching all the self-driving vehicle talent?
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.
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Edna Foa, Who Pioneered Exposure Therapy to Treat PTSD, Dies at 88
Edna Foa in 2001. Dr. Foa developed prolonged exposure therapy, which studies have shown is an effective approach to easing the aftereffects of trauma.
nytimes.com
Enter stage right: the Olivier awards 2026 arrivals – in pictures
Cate Blanchett, Rachel Zegler, Bryan Cranston and a host of stars arrive for the Olivier awards, marking their 50th anniversary, at the Royal Albert Hall in London Continue reading...
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Holders Bordeaux beat Toulouse to set up Bath semi-final
Reigning champions Bordeaux beat French rivals Toulouse to set up a Champions Cup semi-final against Prem holders Bath.
bbc.com
Britain could adopt single market rules without MPs’ vote as part of UK-EU reset
Exclusive: Ministers planning new legislation for alignment without full parliamentary scrutiny if in national interestMinisters are planning to fundamentally reshape Britain’s relationship with th...
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Voting for populist parties in local polls will put NHS at risk, says Streeting
Exclusive: Health secretary warns of dangers of protest vote as he pitches NHS as key battleground in May electionsVoters in May’s local and devolved elections risk putting the NHS in jeopardy if t...
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Wood's return from injury feels like a new signing - Pereira
Nottingham Forest manager Vitor Pereira praises Chris Wood's character and connection with his teammates, after the New Zealand striker returned from a six month injury layoff in Forest's 1-1 draw...
bbc.com
Garcia spoken to by Masters officials after LASHING out and breaking tee box!
Sergio Garcia was spoken to by a tournament official after the former Masters champion lashed out at the tee box during his final round at Augusta National.
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Trump announces Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran peace talks end
US Navy to enforce blockade, Trump says after condemning Iran for blocking waterway, complaining of no deal in Pakistan.
aljazeera.com
Peru votes for ninth president in less than decade
Voters to choose from 35 presidential candidates, including a comedian, a media baron and a political dynasty heiress.
aljazeera.com
Global Sumud Flotilla sets sail from Barcelona for Gaza
Thousands gathered at Barcelona’s port as the largest ever Global Sumud Flotilla prepared to depart for Gaza.
aljazeera.com
Wigan see off Wakefield to reach Challenge Cup semi-finals
Wigan Warriors recover from conceding two early tries to beat Wakefield Trinity 26-22 in the quarter-finals of the Challenge Cup at the DIY Kitchens Stadium.
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FIFA rejects Iran’s request to relocate World Cup games amid US-Israel war
Mexican President Sheinbaum says FIFA will not relocate Iran's fixtures from US despite repeated requests.
aljazeera.com
Scotland beat Namibia thanks to McMullen masterclass
Brandon McMullen takes three wickets and hits a superb century to lead Scotland to victory over Namibia in World Cup League Two.
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From LLMs to hallucinations, here’s a simple guide to common AI terms
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.
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Iowa State's Momcilovic entering NBA draft, portal
Iowa State star forward Milan Momcilovic is entering the NBA draft and the transfer portal, he announced on Sunday.
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At the HumanX conference, everyone was talking about Claude
Anthropic was the star of the show at San Francisco's AI-centric conference.
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Voters cast ballots in pivotal Hungarian election
Hungarians could see opposition leader Peter Magyar oust Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who has ruled for 16 years
aljazeera.com
Joz Norris review – weird, unhinged, inadequate, and other pointers to artistic character
Soho theatre, London In his show You Wait. Time Passes, the comedian energetically distils his approach to pursuing futile creative choices with philosophy and silly jokes thrown inHow do you know...
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BIG goal! Williams' superb strike brings Forest level before the break
Neco Williams equalised for Nottingham Forest before half time in their Premier League clash with Aston Villa.
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At least 30 dead in stampede at Haiti’s historic Citadelle Laferriere
The fortress was packed before the annual celebration at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, authorities say.
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Blackpool fan dies following medical emergency
Blackpool Football Club pay tribute to supporter Graham Sharman who died following a medical emergency at Bloomfield Road on Saturday.
bbc.com
Trump announces naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz as Iran peace talks fail
Reopening the critical waterway is a sticking point in negotiations as oil supply bottlenecks prompt a global energy crisis
ft.com
Welsh election not about independence, Plaid Cymru candidate says
Plaid has promised not to hold a referendum if it gets into government, but would commission research into independence.
bbc.com
Slate Auto: Everything you need to know about the Bezos-backed EV startup
Slate auto burst onto the scene in April 2025. Here is a timeline that covers its origins, backers, product, and other new details.
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Slade holds nerve to kick Exeter into semi-finals
Nerveless Henry Slade kicked a 79th minute penalty against Benetton to book Exeter a European Challenge Cup semi-final.
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Prograis announces retirement following Benn loss
Two-time super-lightweight world champion Regis Prograis announces his retirement from boxing at the age of 37.
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Three-time All-Star, former manager Garner dies
Phil Garner, a three-time All-Star infielder who went on to manage the Astros to their first World Series appearance, has died. He was 76.
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Palestinians condemn storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israel’s Ben-Gvir
Israel’s far-right security minister storms mosque compound with protection, drawing condemnation from Palestinians.
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Somerset race to 10-wicket win at Essex
Somerset bowl out Essex for 245 before easing to a target of 47 to win by 10 wickets on day three of their County Championship match.
bbc.com
Explaining Benin’s presidential election
Benin is voting for its next president. Al Jazeera’s Ahmed Idris is in Cotonou, explaining what’s at stake.
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Hull KR to face Wolves in Challenge Cup semi-finals
Holders Hull KR are drawn to play Warrington Wolves in the semi-final of the 2026 Challenge Cup.
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Lessons from the Iran war
The past month and a half have shown that the nature of modern warfare is shifting.
aljazeera.com
Drama as Katsuta wins to take WRC lead over Evans
Toyota's Takamoto Katsuta claims the lead of the World Rally Championship after being handed a dramatic victory at Rally Croatia by Thierry Neuville's crash.
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A messy garden is a glorious garden. We need to stop tidying, titivating and paving them over | Emma Beddington
I’ve just watched another of my neighbours rip up everything green and growing around their home. It’s enough to make David Attenborough weepIt’s noisy outside. I forget over winter how loud the ga...
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Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of breaching Easter ceasefire
The warring sides trade barbs over truce as Kremlin says Russia will not extend it unless Kyiv agrees to its terms.
aljazeera.com
After Iran talks falter, will Trump escalate or negotiate?
The world waits for Trump's verdict after the talks failed to yield a deal, writes the BBC's Lyse Doucet.
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US-Iran ceasefire talks: What are the key sticking points?
Talks between Iran and the US expose deep divisions, prolonging uncertainty during a two-week ceasefire.
aljazeera.com
Sinner outduels Alcaraz to retake No. 1 ranking
Jannik Sinner reclaimed the world No. 1 ranking by overpowering Carlos Alcaraz to win the Monte-Carlo Masters final.
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Who should challenge for Carlos Ulberg's championship first?
Carlos Ulberg won the UFC light heavyweight championship, but an obstacle may prevent him from defending it anytime soon.
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Who is running US foreign policy? Varsha Gandikota and Jeremy Scahill
Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla asks journalist Jeremy Scahill who will benefit from the US-Israel war on Iran.
aljazeera.com
‘The Audacity’ Is the Broligarchy Takedown You Were Waiting For
AMC’s new black comedy about a manchild tech titan spinning out of control is a skewering Silicon Valley’s billionaire class deserves.
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Sparks acquire All-Star Atkins in trade with Sky
The Sky traded two-time All-Star and Olympic gold medalist Ariel Atkins to the Sparks on Sunday for 2024 No. 4 overall pick Rickea Jackson.
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The ‘Islamabad Peace Talks’ Are Over. What Now for Pakistan?
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan, right, with Vice President JD Vance, ahead of the peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Saturday.
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Israel Launches New Attacks in Lebanon, Days Ahead of Rare Direct Talks
A building in the Lebanese capital, Beirut destroyed after Israeli strikes on the city.
nytimes.com
Monte-Carlo Masters final: Alcaraz vs Sinner at 2pm with world No 1 on the line LIVE!
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Israeli army raids across the occupied West Bank overnight
Israeli army raids across the occupied West Bank overnight
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Indian music legend Asha Bhosle dies aged 92
Two-time Grammy nominee was one of Bollywood’s most versatile and celebrated voicesThe Indian singer Asha Bhosle, whose voice defined Bollywood music through the 1970s and 80s, has died aged 92, he...
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Is AI the greatest art heist in history?
New technologies of reproduction are plundering the art world – and getting away with itIn 2026, its easy to see why generative AI is bad. The internet has nicknamed its excretions “slop”. The CEO...
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Home Office to announce closure of 11 asylum hotels in next week
Exclusive: closures are part of pledge by Labour to end all use of hotels for asylum seekers by end of this parliamentThe Home Office is to announce the closure of 11 asylum hotels this week as par...
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‘Reverse-gentrify the country’: how Black and Indigenous intentional communities are reclaiming land
From California to Alabama, people of color are building communal spaces rooted in care and traditionZappa Montag steps outside his home to a thicket of redwoods, Pacific madrones and oak trees. Do...
theguardian.com
In Hungary, Orbánomics is on the ballot
The country’s economic model has stoked inflation and weighed on growth
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Ex-Ohio St. WR Ginn arrested, to miss UFL game
Former NFL wide receiver and current Aviators coach Ted Ginn Jr. was charged with driving while intoxicated in Tarrant County, Texas, on Saturday.
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Benin holds presidential election amid deteriorating security situation
Benin is facing harsh economic conditions and security challenges that its new leader will have to address.
aljazeera.com
US-Iran talks ending without deal disappointing, Streeting says
The health secretary says the UK - which is not involved in the talks - wants to see a deal that ends Iran's nuclear ambitions.
bbc.com
Salome review – righteous fury and dynamic clarity give Regents Opera its head
York Hall, London Directed with gangsterish overtones by Mark Ravenhill, the tempered musical weight of this lean production of the Strauss classic brings greater focus on the roles’ contrasting dr...
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Netanyahu Says War With Iran is ‘Not Yet Over’
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel in Jerusalem last month.
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Wes Streeting attacks Trump’s ‘outrageous’ Iran war rhetoric
Health secretary says failure of peace talks ‘disappointing’ and that UK-US relations have undoubtedly been strainedMiddle East crisis – live updatesWes Streeting has criticised Donald Trump’s rhet...
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Legendary Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92
Bhosle recorded more than 12,000 songs in multiple Indian languages over a seven-decade career.
aljazeera.com
Hungarian voters turn out in force for biggest test of Orbán era
Election follows bitter campaign that has energised both government loyalists and opposition behind Péter Magyar
ft.com
More than 500 people arrested at London rally for Palestine Action
Protest organisers accuse UK government of complicity in Gaza genocide as arrests made at Trafalgar Square rally.
aljazeera.com
Teen sprint star Gout powers to 200m win in 19.67 seconds
Gout Gout breaks the under-20 world record for 200m, while also making him faster than Usain Bolt at the same age.
aljazeera.com
Eta becomes first female head coach in men's top five European leagues
Marie-Louise Eta has become the first female head coach in the men's top five European leagues after being announced as Union Berlin's new boss.
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Peru Votes for President, With 35 Names on the Ballot
A campaign event for Rafael López Aliaga, leader of the Popular Renewal Party, in Lima, Peru, on Thursday.
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The Escalating Global A.I. Arms Race
Anduril’s autonomous air vehicle, Fury, which recently began production at the company’s new factory outside Columbus, Ohio.
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Rejected by Dozens of Emergency Rooms: South Korea’s Medical Crisis
Emergency workers at a hospital in Seongnam, a city outside Seoul.
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‘Death star’ chandeliers and disco dancefloors: making this year’s most dazzling theatre shows
On productions ranging from Les Liaisons Dangereuses to John Proctor Is the Villain, an army of technical wizards help ensure London’s stage productions are believable and spectacularWhat does it t...
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Shoplifting rife, police overwhelmed, an angry public … the trail leads back to one person: Theresa May | Dal Babu
I have seen up close the fallout of the disastrous policing decisions May made as home secretary. We urgently need to restore the force to what it once wasDal Babu is a former chief superintendent...
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Why Ozempic doesn’t work for everyone: Scientists just found a hidden reason
A new study reveals that popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may not work as effectively for about 10% of people due to specific genetic variants. These individuals appea...
sciencedaily.com
Congress returns Monday with a long list: Iran war funding, airport security and more
Congress is back Monday with a big to-do list: DHS funding, renewal of section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, and 1.5 trillion dollars for the Department of Defense.
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Asha Bhosle: The sound of Bollywood dies aged 92
Her infectious voice got fans dancing and singing, becoming the soundtrack for generations of Indians.
bbc.com
What happened in 40 days of war on Iran
Who got hit in the war on Iran? The attacks, the damage and the people caught in between.
aljazeera.com
Politics chat: Vance says talks with Iran haven't reached an agreement
Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. and Iran did not reach an agreement to end the war after meeting on Saturday. Control over the Strait of Hormuz remains a flash point in the war.
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Iran war: What is happening on day 44 of the US-Iran conflict?
US-Iran talks in Islamabad end without a deal, with each side blaming the other for the failure.
aljazeera.com
Watch: Match of the Day
Highlights from five Premier League games as the season enters the final stretch.
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'Keep my belt warm!' - Benn lines up Garcia for world title shot
Conor Benn made clear his desire to fight WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia next after beating Regis Prograis on Saturday.
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Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Fail to Agree on Peace Deal, Vance Says, Leaving Cease-Fire’s Fate Uncertain
Vice President JD Vance said the Iranian delegation had not accepted American terms for ending the war after a marathon session in Pakistan.
nytimes.com
110,000-year-old discovery rewrites human history: Neanderthals and Homo sapiens worked together
The first-ever published research on Tinshemet Cave reveals that Neanderthals and Homo sapiens in the mid-Middle Paleolithic Levant not only coexisted but actively interacted, sharing technology, l...
sciencedaily.com
The NFL draft's biggest risers: Seven players who have boosted their stock
Dillon Thieneman and Monroe Freeling have drastically boosted their stock since the start of last season. Who else has climbed the board?
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How aggressive breast cancer turns off the immune system
Researchers are launching a new project to crack the mystery of aggressive breast cancer, where predicting disease progression remains a major hurdle. By studying how tumors interact with and suppr...
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Neymar has to prove his fitness for Brazil’s World Cup squad: Ancelotti
Brazil's coach says Neymar could be in contention for the squad if he attains full fitness in the next two months.
aljazeera.com
Hidden weak spots in HIV and Ebola revealed with breakthrough nanodisc technology
A new nanodisc-based platform lets scientists study viral proteins in a form that closely mimics real viruses, revealing how antibodies truly recognize them. This approach uncovered hidden interact...
sciencedaily.com
A festival of young European photography
The Circulation(s) photo festival has returned to Paris for its 16th edition. On show are works by 26 young European photographers. The projects capture the pulse of young European photography, its...
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Wandering Star – a photo essay
Photographer Vanessa Vettorello’s project Wandering Star investigates double vision, an often misunderstood and complex condition that is rarely discussed openlyImagine a world where judging distan...
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Hungarians vote as PM Orban faces toughest election challenge in years
The parliamentary election could end Prime Minister Viktor Orban's 16-year hold on power.
aljazeera.com
No Deal: U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad collapse
The United States and Iran failed to reach an agreement after a day of highly anticipated face-to-face peace talks, Washington's lead negotiator Vice President J.D. Vance announced on Sunday.
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Pakistan urges US and Iran to uphold ceasefire after talks end
Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has insisted the US and Iran must uphold their ceasefire agreement.
aljazeera.com
US and Iran fail to reach peace deal after marathon talks in Pakistan
Vice President JD Vance says Iran chose not to accept US terms while Iran says it did not expect deal in first meeting
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Musician performs inside melting glacier to highlight climate crisis
Swiss musician To Athena has performed inside a cave in a melting glacier to highlight ice loss in the Alps.
aljazeera.com
Oil tankers exit Strait of Hormuz amid fragile US-Iran ceasefire
Three supertankers laden with oil exit waterway amid global energy crunch, shipping data shows.
aljazeera.com
Wales told to show up in Albania qualifiers
Rhian Wilkinson tells Wales they must "show up" in their Women's World Cup qualifying double-header against Albania in bid to finish top of group.
bbc.com
Transfer rumors, news: Carrick pushing for Man United to sign Rogers
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has recommended Morgan Rogers as a target this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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Why did US-Iran talks end without an agreement in Pakistan?
Despite high-level talks for the first time in years, the US and Iran couldn't reach agreement on terms to end the war.
aljazeera.com
'We need real peace': Easter truce fails to lift grim mood in war-torn Ukraine
Easter festivities are muted in Kharkiv as Ukrainians expect fighting to flare up again after a weekend truce.
bbc.com
What to Know as Hungary Votes in Elections Watched by the World
Viktor Orban, Hungary’s prime minister of 16 years, campaigning in Szekesfehervar, Hungary, on Friday.
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Many Polls Say Orban Will Lose. But He Has an Edge Even Before Voting Begins.
Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary addressing his supporters during an election rally on Friday.
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Who Is Peter Magyar, the Main Rival to Viktor Orban in Hungary’s Election?
Peter Magyar at a rally last month for his party, Tisza, in Keszthely, Hungary. He has promised to improve relations with the European Union.
nytimes.com
Jailed for Love Songs? Yes, and Still Singing.
Nguyen Van Loc was persecuted for performing Hanoi’s old romantic music during (and after) the Vietnam War. He can’t stop. He won’t stop.
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Commodity traders lost ‘billions’ in early days of Iran war
Firms that normally profit from volatility were caught out by sudden rise in energy prices, new report finds
ft.com
The historic Iranian palaces caught up in US-Israeli strikes
World Heritage sites including Tehran’s Golestan Palace were damaged in bombings
ft.com
Wall Street banks set to report $40bn trading haul as Iran war rekindles volatility
Five largest US lenders expected to unveil highest combined trading revenues since at least 2014
ft.com
Switzerland’s Zug becomes bolt-hole for Gulf-based wealth
Small Swiss town is welcoming individuals and companies seeking refuge from war in the Middle East
ft.com
Iran must not be allowed charge tolls in Strait of Hormuz, UN watchdog says
In interview with Al Jazeera, International Maritime Organization chief says world should reject tolls in waterway.
aljazeera.com
How Hungary's knife-edge election could impact the US and Russia
The BBC's Europe Editor Katya Adler reports from Prime Minister Victor Orbán's home town of Felscút.
bbc.com
The Universe is expanding too fast and scientists still can’t explain it
A major international effort has produced an ultra-precise measurement of the Universe’s expansion rate, confirming it’s faster than early-Universe models predict. By linking multiple distance-meas...
sciencedaily.com
Middle East war live: US vice-president Vance says no deal reached
Two sides held talks in Islamabad over the weekend
ft.com
The Last Ship review – Sting’s sincere but cloying musical stars the man himself – and Shaggy
Glasshouse Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts CentreSting plays a Wallsend foreman navigating the threat of his shipyard’s closure, bringing a renewed version of his musical to Brisbane’s newest t...
theguardian.com
Palestinians appalled as Israel approves settlements in occupied West Bank
Israel has approved 34 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, Palestinians are terrified they will lose their land.
aljazeera.com
Badly hobbled, Ulberg KO's Prochazka to win title
Moments after injuring his right knee, Carlos Ulberg rocked Jiri Prochazka with a left hook and scored a knockout victory to become the new light heavyweight champion Saturday night at UFC 327
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Why this disillusioned Trump voter spends hours searching Epstein files
Many who support the president have expressed frustration with how Trump's former attorney general Pam Bondi handled the Epstein files.
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The Masters: R4 pairings and Sunday's tee times
Groupings and tee times for the final round of the 90th Masters tournament, held at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.
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India refuses to criminalise marital rape. This new series shines a light on it
Chiraiya, which has drawn an audience of millions, has prompted conversations on social media around consent and misogyny.
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Iran war live: Historic face-to-face talks with US continue in Islamabad
Iran and US continue direct talks in Islamabad, with the Strait of Hormuz believed to be a key sticking point.