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France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 18:16
Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power.

Daily Mail royal editor denies seeking Prince Harry flight details

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 18:06
Rebecca English denies asking a freelance journalist for flight details, saying the information came from other sources.

Daily Mail royal editor denies seeking Prince Harry flight details

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 18:06
Rebecca English denies asking a freelance journalist for flight details, saying the information came from other sources.

Starmer seeks to carve out distinct UK approach to this conflict

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 18:05
This is delicate terrain for the prime minister both in the UK and among international leaders too.

Mbappe set for tests on knee but no surgery planned

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 17:57
Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe is set to have further assessments on a knee problem but will not have surgery at this stage.

Sutton's predictions v singer-songwriter & Chelsea fan Noah Kahan

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 17:40
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer-songwriter Noah Kahan plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this week's midweek Premier League fixtures on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Refugee status becomes temporary in asylum shake-up

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 17:27
Adults and accompanied children claiming asylum will only receive refugee status for 30 months under the changes.

Domestic abuser convicted of killing wife who jumped from bridge

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 17:24
The prosecution of Lee Milne over the death of his wife Kimberley in Dundee is the first of its kind in Scotland.

Starmer criticises Trump, saying UK 'does not believe in regime change from skies'

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 17:22
The PM told MPs that Trump had expressed his disagreement with the decision not to get involved in the initial strikes.

Rayner felt 'great concern' at threats, court told

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 17:18
A woman from Luton admits leaving "grossly offensive" voicemails to the ex-deputy prime minister.

Long lost painting revealed to be early work by Rembrandt

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 16:54
The painting, created by the Dutch master in 1633, had disappeared after being sold in 1961.

Suggested 'Welsh speakers only' condition on housing estate deemed illegal

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 16:50
A community council wanted a clause to only rent or sell the houses to Welsh speakers.

Saturday Night Live criticised for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketch

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 16:43
The condition is "not a joke", the Tourette Action charity says, as the Baftas fallout continues.

Saturday Night Live criticised for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketch

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 16:43
The condition is "not a joke", the Tourette Action charity says, as the Baftas fallout continues.

How can football's lawmakers fix Premier League corner chaos?

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 16:20
Holding, wrestling, battling - call it what you will. Corner kicks in the Premier League are becoming dominated by it. Can anything be done?

At least 169 people killed in South Sudan attack

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 16:11
Peacekeepers are sheltering about 1,000 civilians near their base and providing emergency care.

Man guilty of murdering Saudi Arabian student

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 16:10
A man is found guilty of stabbing a student who was studying at a summer school in Cambridge.

Spurs given suspended ticket ban over fans' Nazi salutes in Germany

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 15:58
Uefa fine Tottenham Hotspur and give them a suspended ban from selling away tickets after three supporters made Nazi salutes towards Eintracht Frankfurt fans.

Brewdog bought for £33m by US beverage and cannabis company

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 15:54
Beverage and cannabis company Tilray acquires the Aberdeenshire brewery, the brand and 11 bars for £33m.

Tour or residency? Jade, CMAT and Wolf Alice on live music debate

Mon, 03/02/2026 - 15:29
Jade, CMAT and Wolf Alice share thoughts on residencies versus touring and what this means for fans.

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