Two men charged with murder over torso find

The man's remains were found near a bunker at a nature reserve three weeks ago.

Yousaf: New leader needed to repair SNP

Mr Yousaf had been facing two votes of no confidence later this week that he was not certain to win.

Watch: Humza Yousaf resigns as first minister

Humza Yousaf has resigned as first minister of Scotland, triggering a leadership contest.

Joshua targets September return at Wembley

British heavyweight Anthony Joshua believes his next fight will be in September, at Wembley Stadium in London.

Bread and biscuit prices may rise due to wet weather

Poor wheat crops mean food producers may have to import ingredients, potentially increasing costs.

The rise and fall of a first minister

A profile of Humza Yousaf, who has announced his resignation as SNP leader and Scottish first minister.

Teachers urged to warn pupils of sextortion risk

The National Crime Agency issued fresh warnings as young boys are increasingly targeted by gangs.

Loan shark, 83, ordered to repay thousands

Tabitha Richardson threatened vulnerable people and charged "extortionate" interest rates.

Kenya dam burst kills more than 40

Heavy rain and flooding has caused a dam to burst, with fears that the death toll could rise.

Chris Mason: Decision follows SNP political timebombs

Humza Yousaf has realised the numbers don't add up and has concluded it's better to resign than lose.

Spain's PM will not resign after allegations against wife

Last week, Pedro Sánchez denounced what he called a "harassment campaign" against his wife.

British-Irish meeting overshadowed by asylum issue

The administrations have clashed over the legacy law, with the Irish government opposing the act.

Tensions rise as UK refuses to take asylum seeker returns from Ireland

The UK government wants the EU to accept that it can return asylum seekers to France.

Slow motion footage shows robin flying towards food

The bird is captured launching off a wall and landing on a jar of food in Kenilworth.

England's Vunipola fined after arrest in Majorca

England number eight Billy Vunipola is arrested in Spain following an alleged incident in a bar in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Three million disabled people face end to regular benefits cash

Disability payments that help with extra living costs could be scrapped in favour of more tailored support as the government looks at overhauling the benefits system Proposals include disabilities.

Cubs batter launches his bat into stands

Chicago Cubs batter Miguel Amaya accidentally launches his bat into the stands as he strikes out against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

MP says he was deported from Africa over China criticism

Tory MP for East Worthing and Shoreham Tim Loughton says he was barred from entering Djibouti.

Charity workers say park killer warnings ignored

Charity workers say they raised "repeated" concerns about Forbury Gardens killer Khairi Saadallah.

Record 840,000 applicants in ballot for next year's London Marathon

More than 840,000 applications are received, smashing the previous record set by last year's ballot.

Roman object that has baffled experts goes on show

The 12-sided object, found in Norton Disney, is being shown as part of the Lincoln Festival of History.

End of the road for 'Banksie' pothole campaigner

Daventry Banksie says she is stepping back as she has achieved what she wanted - road repairs.

Kasatkina 'given guarantees' on safety of gay players in Saudi

Daria Kasatkina, one of the few openly gay players on the WTA Tour, says she has been “given guarantees” about her safety should she compete in Saudi Arabia.

Humza Yousaf resigns as Scotland's first minister

Yousaf says he "underestimated" the level of hurt after ending a power-sharing deal with the Scottish Greens last week.

At least five dead after tornadoes hit central US

Clean up operations are under way in states including Oklahoma and Iowa following the severe storms.

Australians call for stricter laws on violence against women after killings

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the issue was a national crisis.

What matters most to the Gen-Z descendants of Basildon Man?

How important are various areas of council business to younger voters?

Young people no longer have hope, says Hanif Kureishi

The award-winning novelist's book, The Buddha of Suburbia, has been adapted for the stage.

Stowaway cat accidentally mailed in returned package

Galeana is back home in the US state of Utah and in good health after spending six days in a box.

A president declared an emergency over rape. What happened next?

Despite Sierra Leone declaring sexual violence a national emergency, perpetrators are rarely punished.

One meal a day living in a tent, reporting on the war in Gaza

BBC Arabic‘s Adnan El-Bursh covered the conflict as he and his family were displaced multiple times.

New law aims to protect devices from hackers

Speakers, fitness trackers and other internet-connected devices sold in the UK now have to meet new requirements.

'Invisible in our own country': Being Muslim in Modi's India

Since Narendra Modi's BJP took power in 2014, India's 200 million Muslims have faced turmoil.

Tobago shark attack victim ‘able to communicate’

Peter Smith's wife has thanked friends who fought the shark during the attack on Tobago's coast.

Palestinian leader appeals to US to stop Israel's Rafah offensive

Mahmoud Abbas says any attack on city could see large numbers of Palestinians flee Gaza entirely.

'Wild and free' Kidman collects Hollywood achievement award

Nicole Kidman says it has been a privilege to play unconventional women as she picks up a prestigious prize.

The US doctor who cannot forget what he saw in Gaza

Dr Sam Attar found himself having to decide who could be saved, and who was beyond hope.

Conservative Defects!

Dr Dan Poulter MP quits the Tories & joins Labour

'Arsenal survive painful flashbacks to maintain title push'

Arsenal survive painful flashbacks of giving up handsome leads last season to maintain their Premier League title push at Tottenham, writes Phil McNulty.

Paris Olympics 2024: The make or break year for the Games?

What Parisians think about the event and the legacy it could leave

Who gets 15 hours of free childcare and how do I apply?

Parents in England can now access 15 hours of free weekly childcare for their two-year-olds.

Train strikes: How May's disruption affects you

Train drivers are staging strikes and an overtime ban around the May Bank Holiday.

Abu Dhabi’s largest Islamic bank in talks to buy $1.1 bln stake in Indonesian lender

Reuters exclusively reported that Abu Dhabi’s largest Islamic bank is in talks to buy a minority stake valued at around […]

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Billing software firm Zuora explores sale after takeover interest

Reuters exclusively reported that Zuora, which makes subscription management software for businesses, is exploring options that include a sale after receiving […]

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Vietnam mounts ‘unprecedented’ $24 billion rescue for bank engulfed in giant fraud

Reuters exclusively reported that Vietnam has mounted an “unprecedented” rescue of Saigon Joint Stock Commercial Bank (SCB), a lender engulfed in […]

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Lockheed wins US missile defense contract worth $17 bln

Reuters exclusively reported that Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $17 billion contract to develop the next generation of interceptors that would […]

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How to get a job: Six expert tips for finding work

More than 10m people out of work in the UK, so if you're searching for a job you're not alone. Here are some tips on how to get started.

Russia and China trade new copper disguised as scrap to skirt taxes, sanctions

Reuters exclusively reported that Russian copper producer RCC and Chinese firms have avoided taxes and skirted the impact of Western […]

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OPEC woos Namibia as African nation prepares to produce from 2030

Reuters exclusively reported that the OPEC+ oil producers group, having lost Angola and other players in recent years, is eyeing […]

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Russia-Ukraine Black Sea shipping deal was almost reached last month

Reuters exclusively reported that Russia and Ukraine negotiated for two months with Turkey on a deal to ensure the safety […]

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UAE’s ADNOC recently eyed BP as takeover target 

Reuters was first to report that UAE state-owned energy giant ADNOC had weighed a bid for BP but decided against […]

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Local elections 2024: Who can I vote for?

Use our lookup to see if there is an election in your area and who you can vote for on 2 May

EU’s new tech laws are working – small browsers gain market share

Reuters exclusively reported that Independent browser companies in the European Union are seeing a spike in users in the first […]

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Biden, Kishida likely to discuss Texas bullet train project, sources say

Reuters exclusively reported that President Joe Biden is seeking to revive interest in a plan to build the first high-speed […]

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Can my landlord put up my rent, keep my deposit or evict me?

UK renters have seen increases of 10% and two million are behind or struggling to pay.

Five ways to save on train tickets as fares rise

As rail fares rise on Sunday, we find the ways passengers can keep journeys as cheap as possible.

The most beautiful sections of China's Great Wall

Having lived in Beijing for almost 12 years, I've had plenty of time to travel widely in China.

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Look of the Week: Blackpink headline Coachella in Korean hanboks

Bringing the second day of this year's Coachella to a close, K-Pop girl group Blackpink made history Saturday night when they became the first Asian act to ever headline the festival. To a crowd of, reportedly, over 125,000 people, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé used the ground-breaking moment to pay homage to Korean heritage by arriving onstage in hanboks: a traditional type of dress.

Still haven't filed your taxes? Here's what you need to know

So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022.

Markets digest bank earnings after recent turmoil

Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back

Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis.

Analysis: Fox News is about to enter the true No Spin Zone

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Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color

When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds.

'I was up to my waist down a hippo's throat.' He survived, and here's his advice

Paul Templer was living his best life.

Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

In 1998, Michael Jordan laced up a pair of his iconic black and red Air Jordan 13s to bring home a Bulls victory during Game 2 of his final NBA championship — and now they are the most expensive sneakers ever to sell at auction. The game-winning sneakers sold for $2.2 million at Sotheby's in New York on Tuesday, smashing the sneaker auction record of $1.47 million, set in 2021 by a pair of Nike Air Ships that Jordan wore earlier in his career.

How Playboy cut ties with Hugh Hefner to create a post-MeToo brand

Hugh Hefner launched Playboy Magazine 70 years ago this year. The first issue included a nude photograph of Marilyn Monroe, which he had purchased and published without her knowledge or consent.

They bought an abandoned 'ghost house' in the Japanese countryside

He'd spent years backpacking around the world, and Japanese traveler Daisuke Kajiyama was finally ready to return home to pursue his long-held dream of opening up a guesthouse.

Here's the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

We all know the routine by heart: "Please ensure your seats are in the upright position, tray tables stowed, window shades are up, laptops are stored in the overhead bins and electronic devices are set to flight mode."

'A definitive backslide.' Inside fashion's worrying runway trend

Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it's clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats.

Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

Due to its remoteness and short summer season, Mongolia has long been a destination overlooked by travelers.

Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study.

The surreal facades of America's strip clubs

Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs.

Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN's Hero of the Year

Celebrities and musicians are coming together tonight to honor everyday people making the world a better place.

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These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report.

Not only is Lake Powell's water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows.

Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by putting solar panels on roofs. Why aren't more of them doing it?

As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls.

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