Two Britons self-isolating in UK after leaving hantavirus cruise ship early
Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026

They do not have symptoms and health officials say the risk to the general public remains very low.

What is hantavirus and how does it spread? Key questions after outbreak
Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026

The Andes strain of the virus has been confirmed in some passengers, which can rarely be passed from person to person.

Israel strikes Beirut for first time since Hezbollah ceasefire
Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026

Israel says it targeted a senior Hezbollah figure in the capital, the first strike of its kind since mid-April.

Can CCTV really stop children being abused in nurseries?
Posted on Wednesday May 06, 2026

With reports of abuse and deaths fuelling concern among parents, questions are growing over whether CCTV can offer real protection for children - or not.

Iran considering US proposal as Trump says war will be 'over quickly'
Posted on Thursday May 07, 2026

Mediator Pakistan says it is "endeavouring to convert this ceasefire into a permanent end to this war".