Chris Mason: Potential leadership challengers jostle for position
Posted on Thursday May 14, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer and his backers argue a leadership contest would paralyse the government for months.

UK economy sees surprise growth in March despite Iran war
Posted on Thursday May 14, 2026

The economy grew by 0.3% in the month, official figures show, confounding analysts' forecasts of a small contraction.

Watch: What happened on day one of Trump's China visit?
Posted on Thursday May 14, 2026

China welcomed US President Donald Trump with cheering children and a troop parade on Thursday, before a nearly two-hour long meeting with Xi-Jinping.

Hezbollah support endures in south Lebanon as ceasefire fails to stop war with Israel
Posted on Wednesday May 13, 2026

Despite continuing Israeli attacks and occupation, many people in the south still believe the armed group is the only force capable of defending them.

Madonna, Shakira & BTS to headline World Cup half-time show
Posted on Thursday May 14, 2026

Madonna, Shakira and K-pop boy band BTS will headline the Super Bowl-style half-time show at this summer's World Cup final.