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55,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed in war with Russia, Zelensky says
The Ukrainian president also said a large number of people were "officially missing", meaning the total death toll is thought to be much higher.
US and Iran agree to hold nuclear talks in Oman on Friday
The talks had appeared to be in jeopardy, with the two countries at odds over the location and parameters.
Silence and inaction - how audio helped prove captain guilty of North Sea tanker crash
The top detective investigating the tanker collision says there were early signs of gross negligence from Vladimir Motin
The 'striking silence' that convinced police a captain was at fault for the North Sea tanker crash
The top detective investigating the tanker collision says there were early signs of gross negligence from Vladimir Motin
Japan cherry blossom festival cancelled over badly behaved tourists
"Overtourism" during Japan's iconic blossom season makes life for locals in Fujiyoshida town unmanageable, authorities say.
Rain has hit some parts of England and Wales every day this year
It's certainly been a damp and dull start to 2026 as Helen Willetts explains.
Cargo ship captain jailed for six years over deadly North Sea tanker crash
Vladimir Motin is sentenced after crew member Mark Angelo Pernia died in the crash in 2025.
55,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed in war with Russia, Zelensky says
The Ukrainian president also said a large number of people were "officially missing", meaning the total death toll is thought to be much higher.
The 'incredible story' of the British coach at Super Bowl
Aden Durde's journey to Sunday's Super Bowl is not just unusual, it's unique. The Briton's love of the NFL began with a 1986 video cassette - now he is coaching in sport's biggest game.
UK's £8bn research fund faces 'hard decisions' as it pauses new grants
UKRI boss Ian Chapman said it had been told by the government to "focus and do fewer things better".
Are Chelsea-Strasbourg transfer deals bad for football?
Chelsea and Strasbourg have completed 12 transfer deals this summer. Is it out of the ordinary, and might Fifa get involved?
Teenage son admits killing his mother, court told
The body of 45-year-old Angela Shellis was discovered in the Morfa area of Prestatyn.
Duke faces more allegations relating to estranged wife
The 70-year-old has also been charged with controlling or coercive behaviour, court documents show.
Duke faces more allegations relating to estranged wife
The 70-year-old has also been charged with controlling or coercive behaviour, court documents show.
Rees-Zammit at full-back for Wales against England
Wales name Louis Rees-Zammit at full-back for their Six Nations opener against England at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham on Saturday.
Deaths of at least 30 in UK's worst small boat disaster were avoidable, inquiry finds
Inquiry chair Sir Ross Cranston said "systemic failures" by authorities had led to the deadliest Channel small boat incident on record.
Nuclear constabulary officer exchanged sexual images with girl, 12
A court heard that Aiden Love contacted the girl on social media and told her he was a teenage boy.
'Doesn't seem fair' - Rahm criticises LIV rankings call
Jon Rahm says a ruling that will see only the top 10 finishers at LIV Golf events awarded world ranking points "doesn't seem fair".
Italy foils 'Russian cyber-attacks' at Winter Olympics
Italy has foiled "Russian origin" cyber-attacks targeting the Winter Olympics, says Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.
Warning of long airport queues under new EU border control system
Airport organisation says queues could last up to six hours over the summer holidays.