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Ukraine drone attack shuts Moscow airports, says Russia
Moscow's mayor says at least 19 Ukrainian drones heading to Moscow have been destroyed.
Met Gala 2025: Stars don their tailored best in suits, feathers and ties
The theme for this year's event is "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," the first since 2003 to focus exclusively on menswear.
VE Day 80: Poignant thank you to a heroic generation
VE Day 80 sees big crowds supporting surviving veterans of World War Two, our correspondent writes.
Americans used to be steadfast in their support for Israel. Those days are gone
To many, the close relationship between the US and Israel seems permanent and unshakeable.
Attenborough at 99 delivers 'greatest message he's ever told'
Sir David says his new film Ocean is one of the most important of his career.
Rihanna reveals she is pregnant with third child
Partner A$AP Rocky confirms the news on the red carpet, telling reporters the couple were "happy".
'We were happy to be invited', only survivor of toxic mushroom lunch tells court
Ian Wilkinson was left seriously ill after the meal, which led to the deaths of his wife and two relatives.
More than 1,000 GP surgeries to get share of £102m to modernise
The Department of Health and Social Care said it is the biggest public investment in facilities in five years.
Merz government to be sworn in as Germany ends months of stalemate
The conservative leader won elections in February and has agreed a coalition deal with the centre left.
Video shows 'very chill' wild beaver after 400-year absence
Naturalist Iolo Williams said the clear sighting was one of the best things he had ever witnessed.
Red Arrows, royals and a packed Mall - the celebrations in pictures
Commemorations opened with a military procession and flypast watched by WW2 veterans, royals and huge crowds, and ended with tea parties around the country.
Royals watch Red Arrows flypast and have tea with veterans for VE Day anniversary
After a procession and flypast over the Palace, the King and Queen sit down for tea with veterans.
Conclave: Inside the world's most secret ballot
Cardinals are set to gather later this week to take part in a highly guarded vote for a new pope.
The people refusing to use AI
Worried about the environment and the loss of skills, some people are resisting the rise of AI.
Is Trump's plan to reopen notorious Alcatraz prison realistic?
Experts say the federal government would have to overcome enormous hurdles to turn Alcatraz back into a prison.
India worried about Chinese 'dumping' as trade tensions with Trump escalate
Experts warn that a flood of cheap Chinese goods could hurt the competitiveness of Indian exports.
The Papers: 'A day to remember' and 'PM prepares' for Russia attack
Most of the papers feature photographs from the VE Day celebrations at Buckingham Palace on Monday.
What Canada's Mark Carney can expect when he meets Trump
The BBC's Anthony Zurcher looks at how past Oval Office meetings could set the tone for the prime minister's visit to Washington.
What will Trump's film tariffs mean for Hollywood - and the UK?
As Trump turns his attention to what he calls the "dying" US film industry, his solution has provoked strong reactions.
Air traffic controllers at New York airport briefly lost contact with planes, union says
The incident led to multiple employees being on trauma leave, contributing to hundreds of delayed or diverted flights.
Wildfire destroys 12,500 acres of land on Dartmoor
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said it is still investigating the cause of the fire.
French minister apologises to Liverpool fans over Champions League chaos
Gérald Darmanin admitted it was a "mistake" to point the finger at Liverpool fans for the security breakdown at the 2022 final.
UK and India agree trade deal after three years of talks
The deal will improve access for UK whisky and cars to the Indian market, and cut taxes on India's clothing and footwear exports.
Labour MPs' rage over election results simmers on
Anger over the party's drubbing in last week's local elections has not dissipated over the weekend.
Sycamore Gap accused thought it was 'just a tree'
Adam Carruthers says he did not fell the tree and was surprised at the global outrage.
'No food when I gave birth': Malnutrition rises in Gaza as Israeli blockade enters third month
Five-month-old Siwar can barely cry, her voice so hoarse from the lack of milk she needs to survive.
King and Queen unveil Coronation portraits
The two portraits will be on display at the gallery until they are moved to Buckingham Palace in June.
Germany's Merz becomes chancellor after surviving historic vote failure
The conservative leader is sworn in, having won a parliament vote to become chancellor at the second attempt.
Israel attacks main airport in Yemen's capital Sanaa
Three civilian planes, the departures hall, the runway and a military air base were hit, reports say.
Mark Gordon to represent himself in court, baby death retrial told
Mark Gordon and Constance Marten deny the gross negligence manslaughter of their daughter Victoria.
What have we learned from Grand Theft Auto 6's second trailer?
After pushing the much-anticipated sequel into 2026, developer Rockstar gives fans a new glimpse of the game.
Deliveroo's takeover by US rival shows UK still can't hang on to big firms
The takeover by a US firm shows the differing fortunes and attractions of US and UK stock markets.
27 of the best looks from Met Gala 2025
The theme for this year's event was "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style", the first since 2003 to focus exclusively on menswear.
Attenborough at 99 delivers 'greatest message he's ever told'
Sir David says his new film Ocean is one of the most important of his career.
Online orders still paused and spaces on shelves – what we know about the M&S cyber chaos
Online orders paused, food items missing from shelves - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.
Walkie talkies and total lockdown: How the conclave stays the world's most secretive vote
Cardinals are set to gather later this week to take part in a highly guarded vote for a new pope.
Americans used to be steadfast in their support for Israel. Those days are gone
To many, the close relationship between the US and Israel seems permanent and unshakeable.
Abuse victims question if Pope Francis did enough to stop predators
A Catholic priest abused Alexa MacPherson for six years. Did Pope Francis do enough on child abuse?
Poppies pour across Tower of London to mark VE Day
The ceramic flowers have been positioned to resemble a cascading "wound" at the heart of the castle.
Visa crackdown on nationalities considered most likely to overstay in UK
People from Pakistan, Nigeria and Sri Lanka may find it more difficult to come to the UK, under new plans.
No 10 resists growing calls within Labour for winter fuel rethink
Calls to abandon cuts to the pensions top-up have grown in the wake of local election losses last week.
Rebekah Vardy must pay £1.4m of Coleen Rooney's 'Wagatha' legal costs
A judge says the ruling is "the end of a long and unhappy road" for Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy.
Scotland's first minister vows action on GP appointment 'lottery'
Scotland's first minister says the NHS will be at the heart of his government's plans for the coming year.
Delivery delays and empty shelves at Co-op after cyber attack
The retailer says "sustained malicious attempts by hackers" is affecting its IT systems.
Man and woman charged with murder of baby
The pair are charged with murder as well as a charge of causing or allowing the death of a child.
Formula 1
TECH WEEKLY: Has Red Bull’s new Miami floor paved the way for them to get back in the fight with McLaren in 2025?
The new floor introduced by Red Bull in Miami on the car of Max Verstappen represented general development in adding aero load to the car but was not specifically targeted at improving the balance problems the team have suffered so far this season.
Wolff singles out praise for Antonelli as he explains where Mercedes are struggling compared to McLaren
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff singled out Kimi Antonelli for a job well done in Miami, while explaining where the Silver Arrows are lacking compared to McLaren as third-placed George Russell finished over 30 seconds behind the frontrunning duo of Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.
‘You’re going to feel like you’re in the seat’ – Kerry Condon on the excitement of the ‘F1’ movie and what’s in store for audiences
Kerry Condon, one of the stars of the upcoming F1 movie, believes audiences will feel “like you’re in the seat” of an F1 car when they see the film.
GALLERY: All the biggest celebrities and artists at the Miami Grand Prix
The 2025 Miami Grand Prix was as star-studded an event as ever, with countless celebrities, sports stars and music artists in attendance as McLaren's Oscar Piastri took his fourth win of the season.
MUST-SEE: Watch as Roddy Ricch takes on a thrilling Hot Lap in Miami
With anticipation building ahead of the release of Apple Original Films' F1 movie, plenty of stars involved with the project were in attendance at the recent Miami Grand Prix weekend.
POWER RANKINGS: Who shone brightest for our judges during an eventful Sprint weekend at the Miami GP?
It was a successful weekend for McLaren at the Miami Grand Prix, with Lando Norris claiming victory in a dramatic wet-dry Sprint before Oscar Piastri took the spoils in Sunday’s main race. But who else impressed in the sunshine state? Check out the latest Power Rankings scores and overall leaderboard below...
OBITUARY: Remembering the life and career of the ‘tough and popular’ Jochen Mass
Bavarian-born former sailor Jochen Mass was one of a small cadre of men – Denny Hulme, Peter Revson, Emerson Fittipaldi and James Hunt being his illustrious companions – who won a Grand Prix for McLaren in the 1970s.
Ocon vows Haas will 'keep at it’ as he laments bad luck during Miami Grand Prix
Esteban Ocon finished the Miami Grand Prix in 12th place after starting in the top 10 following his first Q3 appearance of the season. The Frenchman just did not have enough pace to keep some faster cars at bay, with luck not on his side either.
F1 NATION: Piastri wins again, Antonelli's 'seismic moment' and why Williams were faster than Ferrari – it’s our Miami GP review
Oscar Piastri won his third race in a row with victory in Miami, the McLaren man doing so from fourth on the grid. His team were totally dominant, with Lando Norris in second meaning both papaya cars finished over half a minute clear of the rest.
Gasly admits Alpine ‘need answers’ after difficult weekend in Miami as Doohan reflects on Lap 1 collision with Lawson
Pierre Gasly has conceded that Alpine “definitely need some answers” prior to the next race on the calendar at Imola after a tough weekend for the squad in Miami that saw the Frenchman cross the line in 13th, while team mate Jack Doohan suffered a race-ending collision on Lap 1.
Windows Central
Bungie vaulting Destiny 2 content backfires with the latest Red War lawsuit court ruling
As a direct result of Bungie vaulting older Destiny 2 content releases, a copyright infringement lawsuit centered around the game's Red War campaign is now moving forward.
Xbox price hikes hurt its value against PS5, a Microsoft PM roasts Windows 11, and Bing gets unexpected praise — top tech stories
Recently we saw Xbox raise prices above PS5, Windows 11 get roasted by a Microsoft PM, and Bing receive unexpected praise.
Gears of War: Reloaded remasters the game once again for Xbox, Game Pass, PC, and now, PS5 as well
Gears of War: Reloaded is a new remaster of the classic third-person shooter, coming to Xbox, PC, and PS5 in Summer 2025.
This critically acclaimed debut indie game is an early game of the year contender, and you can play it on Xbox Game Pass right now
Blue Prince, available now on Xbox, PC, and Game Pass, is a narrative and environmental puzzle game with roguelike elements that will delight and frazzle even the most astute puzzle game fans.
Are you buying the new Surface Pro 12-inch or Surface Laptop 13-inch? — Discussion 💬
The new Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch are more affordable and portable than their flagship siblings. Have they piqued your interest? I want to know!
Grand Theft Auto 6's second trailer is up now with a surprise drop
Grand Theft Auto 6's second trailer is here, showing more of Vice City and the lives of protagonists Lucia and Jason.
I can't believe I'm enjoying Call of Duty: Warzone's new weed-themed limited time game mode this much
The latest game mode in Call of Duty: Warzone may well be weed-themed, but it's the most fun I've had in the game all year.
Surface Laptop 13-inch vs. Surface Laptop 7: Which Copilot+ PC is better for you?
Microsoft unveiled a new 13-inch Surface Laptop as a more portable alternative to the Surface Laptop 7. I take a look at how the devices compare to help you choose.
Microsoft unveils new Start menu for Windows 11 with customizable layout and Phone Link integration
First leaked last month, the Windows 11 Start menu is getting a more customizable layout with a collapsible Phone Link panel, and it's now official.
Surface Pro 12-inch vs. Surface Pro 11: Which 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC is better for you?
Microsoft just unveiled a Surface Pro 12-inch designed with mobility in mind. I compare it to the flagship Surface Pro 11 to ensure you get the right 2-in-1 PC.
Microsoft announces new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop with smaller screens, lower starting prices, and surprising design changes
Microsoft is launching a Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch today, starting at $799 and $899, with pre-orders available now.
Windows 11's Settings app is getting an AI agent that can configure options on your PC for you
The Windows 11 Settings app is set to gain a new AI agent that will make configuring your PC even easier.
Microsoft unveils "new generation of Windows experiences" — here's what's on the way to Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs
Microsoft just announced major Windows 11 and Copilot+ PC updates, adding a bunch of exclusive features and AI capabilities.
I tested this superb gaming laptop, and it proves that NVIDIA's RTX 5090 is still a massive waste of money
I've been playing my favorite games and running benchmarks on the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 for a few weeks. It's a great laptop, but the RTX 5090 doesn't impress.
Xbox has become a Game Pass machine and nothing more — Is it enough to justify Microsoft's console over a costly gaming PC?
I can't think of many reasons to buy an Xbox over competing platforms when Microsoft has dwindled its appeal to one place: Game Pass.
PlayStation: PS5's top 3 selling games in April 2025 wereallfromXbox
Sony announced that Oblivion Remastered, Minecraft, and Forza Horizon 5 were the PlayStation 5's top three best-selling games in April, which are all owned by Sony's competitor, Microsoft.
Windows 7 would boot much slower if you used specific wallpapers — A veteran Microsoft engineer links the bug to a "simple programming error"
A veteran Microsoft engineer recently described how Windows 7 took longer to load when users selected certain desktop wallpapers due to a simple programming error.
Google DeepMind CEO says "AGI is coming and I'm not sure society is ready" as the prospects keep him up at night
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis recently highlighted alarming concerns about the rapid progression and advances in AI, including the prospects of AGI that keep him up at night.
Laffgaff
Which country’s name is derived from the Latin for ‘silver’?
Argentina.
Suit Of Armor
Single suit of armor now half price. For one knight only.