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First round of US-Iran talks ends with encouraging progress, mediators say

First round of US-Iran talks ends with encouraging progress, mediators say

June 22, 2026

The US-Iran talks began on Sunday in Switzerland, after last week's agreement, which includes a commitment to reach a final deal within 60 days.

Paedophile nursery worker could have been stopped sooner, says former colleague

Paedophile nursery worker could have been stopped sooner, says former colleague

June 22, 2026

Staff member who raised concerns about nursery worker Nathan Bennett was "ignored" for months.

Russian troop build-up threatens city seen as key to seizing Ukraine's Donbas

Russian troop build-up threatens city seen as key to seizing Ukraine's Donbas

June 22, 2026

If Kostyantynivka falls, Russian forces would be able push towards Ukraine's last remaining strongholds in the east.

Injured ticket inspector who helped others in Bedford train crash hailed a hero

Injured ticket inspector who helped others in Bedford train crash hailed a hero

June 22, 2026

A passenger praises a member of railway staff who, despite being in pain, helped the injured.

Wowcher sorry for 'unacceptable' crocodile attack email

Wowcher sorry for 'unacceptable' crocodile attack email

June 21, 2026

The firm's marketing email appeared to reference an incident involving a toddler at a zoo.

Three dead in high school shooting in Philippines

Three dead in high school shooting in Philippines

June 22, 2026

Police say they are investigating bullying as a potential motive.

Trump-backed political outsider wins Colombia election, initial count shows

Trump-backed political outsider wins Colombia election, initial count shows

June 22, 2026

Abelardo de la Espriella appears to have narrowly defeated his rival Iván Cepeda, who says the preliminary count is "not yet official or binding".

CCTV shows moments leading up to arrest in anti-Muslim attacks probe

CCTV shows moments leading up to arrest in anti-Muslim attacks probe

June 21, 2026

A topless man can be seen driving erratically in Edinburgh before abandoning his car and attacking a black man and a delivery rider.

EasyJet rejects £4.7bn takeover offer from US investment firm

EasyJet rejects £4.7bn takeover offer from US investment firm

June 22, 2026

The airline described the latest bid approach from Castlelake as "highly opportunistic".

Trump says repairs to algae-plagued Reflecting Pool will begin immediately

Trump says repairs to algae-plagued Reflecting Pool will begin immediately

June 22, 2026

Despite a multi-million dollar renovation, the Washington DC landmark has peeling paint and algae. Trump claims vandals are partly to blame.

How do you stop Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane?

How do you stop Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane?

June 22, 2026

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane look to be on lethal form in this World Cup. So how can you stop them in their tracks?

Salah's World Cup pain ends as he fires Egypt to historic win

Salah's World Cup pain ends as he fires Egypt to historic win

June 22, 2026

Mohamed Salah fires Egypt to their first ever World Cup win - 92 years on from their tournament debut.

One of World Cup's great stories - can Cape Verde become legends?

One of World Cup's great stories - can Cape Verde become legends?

June 22, 2026

Cape Verde's impressive World Cup continues with a draw against two-time winners Uruguay - and they will now be looking to make the last 32.

Ten-man Belgium remain winless after draw with Iran

Ten-man Belgium remain winless after draw with Iran

June 21, 2026

Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand made a string of impressive saves to keep alive Iran's hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, as they earned a hard-fought point against 10-man Belgium.

Saka trains with England squad before Ghana match

Saka trains with England squad before Ghana match

June 22, 2026

Bukayo Saka trains with the England squad to provide a fitness boost to Thomas Tuchel before their second World Cup match against Ghana.

Lamine Yamal shows why this could be his World Cup

Lamine Yamal shows why this could be his World Cup

June 21, 2026

Spain looked an instantly better team with Lamine Yamal in the side, with the 18-year-old showing why this could be his World Cup.

The records that look set to be broken

The records that look set to be broken

June 21, 2026

The 2026 World Cup may only be 10 days old but the tournament has already rewritten football history. BBC Sport takes a look at the records already broken, or set to be.

All three England keepers played there - Carlisle's role in trio's rise

All three England keepers played there - Carlisle's role in trio's rise

June 21, 2026

From west Cumbria to the World Cup, Carlisle is England's goalkeeper factory, with all of Thomas Tuchel's goalkeepers passing through the club.

How many World Cup Golden Boot winners can you name?

How many World Cup Golden Boot winners can you name?

June 21, 2026

How many World Cup top goalscorers from down the years can you name?

Kids were made to eat dog biscuits off the floor - pupils speak out after school abuse payouts

Kids were made to eat dog biscuits off the floor - pupils speak out after school abuse payouts

June 22, 2026

Former pupils describe staff pelting them with footballs and pouring pints of blackcurrant over them.

The BTS fans losing thousands as scammers cash in on comeback tour ticket war

The BTS fans losing thousands as scammers cash in on comeback tour ticket war

June 22, 2026

As ticket demand outstrips supply by a ratio of 15 to one, desperate fans have become easy targets.

Remote town doesn't have a bank anymore and the nearest is an hour’s drive away

Remote town doesn't have a bank anymore and the nearest is an hour’s drive away

June 22, 2026

When 84-year-old Maggie Dodd discovered that the last remaining bank in Lochgilphead was closing, she began to panic.

The Papers: 'Starmer expected to announce exit' and 'Game over'

The Papers: 'Starmer expected to announce exit' and 'Game over'

June 22, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer's political future dominates Monday's front pages as pressure grows on him to quit.

Currency crash and visa crackdowns force Indian students to rethink studying abroad

Currency crash and visa crackdowns force Indian students to rethink studying abroad

June 21, 2026

A weaker rupee and tougher immigration rules are pushing Indian students away from popular destinations like the US and UK.

How to protect yourself from common scams, from fake romance to missed deliveries

How to protect yourself from common scams, from fake romance to missed deliveries

June 22, 2026

Romance and investment fraud is at record levels but what can you do to prevent being caught out.

Largest ever cocaine bust in Australia after police raid underground bunker

Largest ever cocaine bust in Australia after police raid underground bunker

June 22, 2026

Police seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated A$816m after searching a property in western Sydney.

More than half of France under red alerts as heatwave intensifies

More than half of France under red alerts as heatwave intensifies

June 22, 2026

The health minister warns many citizens "will suffer", with temperatures set to peak on Monday.

Toy Story 5 scores record opening weekend for franchise

Toy Story 5 scores record opening weekend for franchise

June 22, 2026

The film's opening is a return to form for Disney and Pixar after facing notable challenges in recent years.

Japan quintuples visa fees in first price hike since 1978

Japan quintuples visa fees in first price hike since 1978

June 22, 2026

Authorities say they do not expect the hikes to have an "immediate impact on inbound tourism".

Murder arrest after woman fatally stabbed

Murder arrest after woman fatally stabbed

June 22, 2026

Police say a 72-year-old woman found with stab wounds was pronounced dead at the scene.

Strict school dress codes can affect self-esteem, academic warns

Strict school dress codes can affect self-esteem, academic warns

June 22, 2026

Dr Elizabeth Nassem from the University of Bradford says school uniforms are increasingly out of step.

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Why Keir Starmer’s resignation looks more likely than ever

Why Keir Starmer’s resignation looks more likely than ever

June 21, 2026

The government message about the PM’s future has changed.

Jill Biden reveals how she really felt about Joe Biden’s health whilst he was president

Jill Biden reveals how she really felt about Joe Biden’s health whilst he was president

June 17, 2026

And Trump wants to give America’s top legal job to his former personal lawyer

Two chancers bluff their way into weddings to meet women

Two chancers bluff their way into weddings to meet women

June 13, 2026

Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn star in this classic 2005 comedy

Salah's World Cup pain ends as he fires Egypt to historic win

Salah's World Cup pain ends as he fires Egypt to historic win

June 22, 2026

Mohamed Salah fires Egypt to their first ever World Cup win - 92 years on from their tournament debut.

In the foothills of the Dolomites, a champion was made

In the foothills of the Dolomites, a champion was made

June 22, 2026

Jannik Sinner is the world's best tennis player. This is the journey that forged a champion.

Clark blocks out New York jeers to win US Open title

Clark blocks out New York jeers to win US Open title

June 22, 2026

Wyndham Clark says "New York didn't really like me" after dealing with jeers from the fans to win a second US Open title.

How do you stop Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane?

How do you stop Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane?

June 22, 2026

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane look to be on lethal form in this World Cup. So how can you stop them in their tracks?

One of World Cup's great stories - can Cape Verde extend dream run?

One of World Cup's great stories - can Cape Verde extend dream run?

June 22, 2026

Cape Verde's impressive World Cup continues with a draw against two-time winners Uruguay - and they will now be looking to make the last 32.

Does it matter if Scotland lose and still make history?

Does it matter if Scotland lose and still make history?

June 21, 2026

Does the performance, even the result, matter as long as Scotland qualify for the group stage of the World Cup after Wednesday's game against Brazil? Tom English ponders.

Liverpool reject £21.7m Inter Milan offer for Jones

Liverpool reject £21.7m Inter Milan offer for Jones

June 21, 2026

Liverpool reject a verbal offer of 25m euros (£21.7m) from Inter Milan for midfielder Curtis Jones.