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Corteen-Coleman, 18, in England T20 World Cup squad

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 10:14
Uncapped left-arm spinner Tilly Corteen-Coleman, 18, is included in England's squad for the Women's T20 World Cup starting in June.

No way to raise Mandelson concerns, former senior official says

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 10:12
Sir Philip Barton says he was worried Lord Mandelson's links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein "could be a problem".

Musk v Altman: Why the tech billionaires and former friends are now facing off in court

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 10:10
The battle between the AI big hitters has largely played out on social media. Now it is coming to the courtroom.

Japan Airlines trials humanoid robots as ground handlers

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 10:03
These robots may in future help clean cabins and operate ground support equipment.

Hot Chocolate founder and You Sexy Thing co-writer Tony Wilson dies

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 09:58
The Trinidad-born musician wrote soulful hits including You Sexy Thing and Emma in the 1970s.

Police to step up patrols after car bomb attack

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 09:37
Assistant Chief Constable Davy Beck says the public can expect to see increased vehicle checkpoints and patrols following a car bomb attack at the weekend.

Megan Thee Stallion pulls out of Moulin Rouge show

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 09:36
The US rapper ends her Broadway run almost three weeks early after her break-up from NBA star Klay Thompson.

The other life of US soldier accused of betting on Maduro's removal

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 09:33
The Army officer charged with using classified information to win $400,000 is also a real estate investor with rave reviews on Airbnb.

Ineos to harness AI with new team name and podium ambition

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 09:31
Ineos Grenadiers agree a lucrative new deal with data business Netcompany, with AI the focus for a return to success.

Valve's £85 Steam Controller divides gamers ahead of May launch

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 09:16
The pad will be compatible with PCs, Valve's handheld console, the Steam Deck as well as its upcoming gaming PC.

England's next opener? Durham's Gay stakes his claim

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 09:13
After his match-winning century for Durham, BBC Sport assesses whether Emilio Gay has the skills to be England's next Test opener.

Man, 92, charged with murder after woman found dead at house

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 08:56
Laurence Billam is due in court after the death of 87-year-old Shirley Billam in Exeter.

LIV could reschedule June's New Orleans event

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 08:43
LIV Golf could postpone its event in New Orleans in June amid continued questions over its future.

NZ axes plan for WW2 sex slaves statue after Japan protest

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 08:03
Tokyo had warned that installing the structure in Auckland could jeopardise diplomatic relations.

NI to be first part of UK to offer free sign language classes for deaf children

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 07:44
The bill will put a duty on Stormont to provide free classes for deaf people under-25 and their close families, guardians, and carers.

Broken cheekbone but Croatia back Modric for World Cup

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 07:31
Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic says he believes Luka Modric will be fit to lead his side at this summer's World Cup after the AC Milan midfielder had surgery on a broken cheekbone.

The man who exposed hundreds of British Museum thefts - but didn't live to see justice

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 07:25
Dr Ittai Gradel made global headlines after exposing the thefts of many artefacts from the British Museum.

Antiquities dealer who exposed British Museum thefts dies aged 61

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 07:25
Dr Ittai Gradel made global headlines after exposing the thefts of many artefacts from the British Museum.

Antiquities dealer who exposed British Museum thefts dies aged 61

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 07:25
Dr Ittai Gradel made global headlines after exposing the thefts of many artefacts from the British Museum.

'Some form' of social media restrictions for under-16s, minister promises

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 07:12
Education Minister Olivia Bailey says the government will introduce “age or functionality restrictions”.

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