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

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

Pomp and pageantry: Key moments from day one of Trump's visit to China
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.

Met Police prepares armoured vehicles and 4,000 officers for dual London protests
Posted on Wednesday May 13, 2026

It comes as a Unite the Kingdom rally is taking place in central London on the same day as the annual Nakba march.

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.