The race to replace Starmer is on - but he still faces a momentous choice
Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026

Labour is consumed by drama, but the PM still faces big decisions - and what could be his final choice.

Tens of thousands descend on London for rival protests
Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026

A heavy police operation is in place for the Unite the Kingdom march, organised by Tommy Robinson, and a separate pro-Palestinian protest.

Rescue diver dies during search for bodies of Italians who drowned in Maldives caves
Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026

Staff Sgt Mohamed Mahdhee died while diving in the search-and-rescue operation, the Maldives government tells the BBC.

Senior IS leader killed in joint operation, US and Nigeria say
Posted on Saturday May 16, 2026

President Donald Trump said the operation eliminated "the most active terrorist in the world", Abu-Bilal al-Minuki.

Tonight's the Eurovision final. Here's what you can expect
Posted on Friday May 15, 2026

A guide to the stand-out moments of Eurovision 2026, ahead of Saturday night's final in Vienna.