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More than 30 killed in blast at Pakistan mosque, officials say

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 14:15
Almost 170 were injured in the explosion, which took place during Friday prayers in the capital Islamabad.

BBC at scene where Russian general was shot in Moscow

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 14:14
Russia editor Steve Rosenberg reports from the outskirts of the Russian capital, where Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev was shot and wounded.

Winter Olympics 2026

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 14:00
Coverage of the team event in the figure skating competition at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Head of firm founded by Mandelson to quit

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 13:58
Benjamin Wegg-Prosser concluded his association with Lord Mandelson - and references to them both in the Epstein files - was doing the business Global Counsel harm.

14-year-old Suryavanshi hits 'blockbuster' 175 in U19 World Cup final

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 13:56
India teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi makes a stunning 175 from just 80 balls in the Under-19 World Cup final against England.

TikTok told to change 'addictive design' by EU or face massive fines

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 13:55
TikTok says it plans to challenge the "categorically false and entirely meritless" accusations.

Three things that could bring Starmer down - and what might save him

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 13:55
Sir Keir's survival as Labour leader and prime minister hangs in the balance, writes Nick Eardley.

Why should I not express how I feel about conflicts? - Guardiola

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 13:45
Pep Guardiola defended his stance of speaking up about global conflicts by asking, "why should I not express what I feel, just because I am a manager?"

More baby formula products recalled over toxin fears

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 12:57
Danone has recalled 15 more batches of Aptamil and Cow&Gate first infant milk because a toxin called cereulide may be present.

TikTok told to change 'addictive design' by EU or face massive fines

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 12:53
TikTok says it plans to challenge the "categorically false and entirely meritless" accusations.

Sir Elton calls press intrusion into his baby son 'truly sickening'

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 12:45
The musician says his privacy was breached in relation to health issues and the birth of his son.

Feyi-Waboso out of England's Six Nations opener

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 12:35
Wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso is ruled out of England's Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday after suffering a leg injury in training.

'Not a massive fan' - in-game adverts rile fans on Six Nations debut

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 12:28
In-game adverts made their UK television debut in Thursday night's Six Nations match between Ireland and France - to the irritation of many.

Flood warnings in effect across UK as relentless rain continues

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 12:25
As the rain continues to fall, numerous flood warnings have been issued with the Environment Agency advising that river levels will continue to rise, as Helen Willetts explains.

Flood warnings in effect across UK as relentless rain continues

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 12:25
As the rain continues to fall, numerous flood warnings have been issued with the Environment Agency advising that river levels will continue to rise, as Helen Willetts explains.

Man jailed for trying to rape woman on flight to Edinburgh

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 12:18
Nicola Cristiano repeatedly grabbed the woman by the hand and neck during a late evening flight last year.

Fisherman fleeing elephants killed by crocodile in Zambia

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 11:54
The fisherman ran into a stream near the river after he and two friends encountered a herd of elephants.

Coin portrait of late Queen draws criticism in Australia

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 11:53
The Royal Australian Mint has defended the design of the coins, which mark 100 years since Queen Elizabeth II's birth.

Coin portrait of late Queen draws criticism in Australia

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 11:53
The Royal Australian Mint has defended the design of the coins, which mark 100 years since Queen Elizabeth II's birth.

TV licence fee to rise by £5.50 to £180 from April

Fri, 02/06/2026 - 11:49
The cost of a TV licence currently increases in line with inflation each year until 2027.

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