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No 10 had 'dismissive attitude' to Mandelson vetting, says sacked Foreign Office chief

Sir Olly Robbins has defended his decision to approve the peer's security clearance for the role.

I was left with an £8,000 vet bill when my insurer cancelled my pet policy

Thousands of people have got in touch with BBC Your Voice over concerns about rising pet insurance costs and poor cover.

Why police are seeking to arrest billionaire K-pop mogul behind BTS

Bang Si-hyuk, who created the supergroup, denies defrauding investors before his $7.3bn company went public.

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins

The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.

How Leicester went from Premier League champions to League One in a decade

Ten years ago, Leicester were days away from winning the Premier League. Next season, they will play in League One. How?

Ideal conditions to see peak of Lyrid meteor shower in UK

The Lyrid meteor shower is the oldest recorded and Wednesday brings near perfect weather conditions to see them as they peak. Simon King explains.

Meta to track workers' clicks and keystrokes to train AI

The firm will take data from the way employees work for its artificial intelligence models.

World's biggest maker of condoms set to raise prices due to Iran war

Malaysia-based Karex produces more than five billion condoms a year and supplies global brands like Durex and Trojan.

Virginia approves redistricting, giving Democrats edge in midterms

The new maps in Virginia could make it easier for Democrats to take control of the US House of Representatives in November.

O'Sullivan starts well as Murphy squeezes through

Ronnie O'Sullivan begins his quest for a record-breaking eighth World Championship title with a dominant opening session against He Guoqiang.

Mass trial for 486 alleged gang members begins in El Salvador

Footage released by the attorney general's office shows large groups of men in prison attending the trial via video link.

Foo Fighters interview: 'We're a different band without Taylor Hawkins'

The band talk about life without their drummer, their "angry" new album, and their backstage Lego habit.

Phone tracking shows how Colombian mercenaries backed Sudan's RSF - report

The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.

The Papers: 'Starmer on the ropes' and 'Sobbin' Robbins spills the beans'

The papers are dominated by the fallout for the prime minister from the failed vetting of Lord Mandelson for his role as British ambassador to the US.

Henry Zeffman: Robbins's revelations are a dangerous moment for Starmer

Drawing a line under Lord Mandelson's appointment is proving impossible for the prime minister.

Key evidence from sacked official at heart of Mandelson vetting row

Sir Olly Robbins has defended his actions amid a row over the vetting of the former US ambassador.

Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy

The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time

UK gaming icon Peter Molyneux on AI, his final creation and a changing industry

The creator of iconic series such as Fable says Masters of Albion will be the last game he makes.

Dwayne Johnson wrestling film to be made into stage musical

Fighting With My Family, released in 2019, starred Florence Pugh as a young wrestler making her name.

Oil prices dip as Trump extends Iran war ceasefire

The president also said the US will continue to blockade Iran's ports until peace talks progress.

Domestic workers legally recognised in Indonesia after '22-year struggle'

The country is home to some 4.2 million domestic workers - of which almost 90% are women.

'It will kill this town': High street to close for six weeks with 50-mile diversion

Traders in Sanquhar say a six-week closure of the A76 in the summer could be "catastrophic".

Democratic congresswoman resigns after campaign finance charges

An investigation found she committed more than 20 ethics violations, including breaking campaign finance laws.

Unemployment rate unexpectedly falls as fewer students look for work

The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.

No 10 considered giving Starmer aide diplomat job, sacked official says

Sir Olly Robbins says he felt "uncomfortable" after No 10 discussed finding a role for Lord Doyle.

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The Global Story: How Pakistan became the peacemaker

Talks are expected between the US and Iran in Islamabad.

The Prime Minister v Olly Robbins

Sacked Foreign Office chief describes 'dismissive' attitude to Mandelson vetting.

'Indefensible' and 'unacceptable' - furious Rosenior questions Chelsea's desire

Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior strongly criticises his players after they suffer a fifth loss in a row without scoring for first time since 1912.

How Leicester went from Premier League champions to League One in a decade

Ten years ago, Leicester were days away from winning the Premier League. Next season, they will play in League One. How?

O'Sullivan starts well as Murphy squeezes through

Ronnie O'Sullivan begins his quest for a record-breaking eighth World Championship title with a dominant opening session against He Guoqiang.

Brighton beat Chelsea to heap more pressure on Rosenior

Brighton heap more pressure on Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior as they ease to a comfortable 3-0 win thanks to goals from Ferdi Kadioglu, Jack Hinshelwood and Danny Welbeck.

Players can celebrate how they want - Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his players can "celebrate however you want" in response to criticism for their reaction to beating Arsenal.

Bellingham invests in Birmingham Hundred franchise

England and Real Madrid footballer Jude Bellingham purchases a 1.2% stake in Hundred franchise Birmingham Phoenix.

Haberman reveals why Trump attacked judge and his family in speech

CNN political contributor Maggie Haberman explains the reasoning behind Donald Trump's attacks on the judge and his family during a speech at his Mar-a-Lago resort after he was arraigned on felony charges.

Video shows moment of deadly explosion at cafe in Russia

A well-known Russian military blogger, Vladlen Tatarsky, was killed in an explosion at a cafe in St. Petersburg, authorities said. CNN's Matthew Chance reports.

Suspected Chinese spy balloon was able to transmit information back to Beijing

The suspected Chinese spy balloon that transited the US earlier this year was able to capture imagery and collect some signals intelligence from US military sites, a source familiar with the matter tells CNN.

Beijing promised to 'fight back' over Taiwan leader's US visit. But this time it has more to lose

An anticipated meeting between Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen and US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California this week has sparked concerns of a repeat of the pressure campaign China launched last year when then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taipei.

'Scary, cold, hungry and lonely': Volunteer soldier shares experience on front line

A young volunteer soldier, Akula, who signed up for the war at the beginning of the Russian invasion is now dealing with the trauma of war. He spoke to CNN's David McKenzie about his time on the front lines and how it has affected his mental health.

The four astronauts NASA picked for the first crewed moon mission in 50 years

Astronauts who will helm the first crewed moon mission in five decades were revealed on Monday, queuing up the quartet to begin training for the historic Artemis II lunar flyby that is set to take off in November 2024.

French minister under fire for Playboy magazine cover

French government minister Marlene Schiappa has come under fire from members of her own party after appearing on the front cover of Playboy magazine.

Why did Finland's PM lose? Reporter explains the key issue voters cared about

Finland's left-wing Prime Minister Sanna Marin conceded defeat in the country's parliamentary election as the opposition right-wing National Coalition Party claimed victory in a tightly fought contest. CNN's Laila Harrak spoke with New York Times' Chief Diplomatic Correspondent Steven Erlanger to discuss how the popular politician lost the election.

Britain's pound is beating every other major currency this year

The British pound crashed to a record low last fall as investors rebelled against budget plans by former Prime Minister Liz Truss. Now, it's enjoying a comeback.

Finland's Prime Minister Sanna Marin concedes election

Finland's left-wing Prime Minister Sanna Marin conceded defeat on Sunday in the Nordic country's parliamentary election as the opposition right-wing National Coalition Party (NCP) claimed victory in a tightly fought contest.

The $500 billion beauty industry's 'green' ambitions are a patchwork at best. And they're falling short

The escalating climate crisis is shifting many people's purchasing patterns and this extends to the $500 billion dollar global beauty industry which is grappling with a range of sustainability challenges across product manufacturing, packaging and disposal.

A new approach to a Covid-19 nasal vaccine shows early promise

Scientists in Germany say they've been able to make a nasal vaccine that can shut down a Covid-19 infection in the nose and throat, where the virus gets its first foothold in the body.

Video shows moment man throws yogurt on two women in Iran

Video shows an incident at a store in the Iranian city of Shandiz where a man approached two unveiled women before proceeding to grab a tub of yogurt from the store and throw it, hitting both women in the head. The video then appears to show a male staff member removing the suspect from the store. CNN is not able to verify what was said immediately before the confrontation.

Israeli military veterans, a backbone of protest movement, vow to keep demonstrating

In a sea of Israeli flags, Yiftach Golov holds one that looks a little different.

Erdogan's political fate may be determined by Turkey's Kurds

Turkey's persecuted pro-Kurdish party has emerged as a kingmaker in the country's upcoming election, playing a decisive role that may just tip the balance enough to unseat two-decade ruler Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Dogecoin jumps after Elon Musk replaces Twitter bird with Shiba Inu

Twitter's traditional bird icon was booted and replaced with an image of a Shiba Inu, an apparent nod to dogecoin, the joke cryptocurrency that CEO Elon Musk is being sued over.

Micron Technology: China probes US chip maker for cybersecurity risks as tech tension escalates

China has launched a cybersecurity probe into Micron Technology, one of America's largest memory chip makers, in apparent retaliation after US allies in Asia and Europe announced new restrictions on the sale of key technology to Beijing.

Man rides out tornado inside van. See the footage

Cody Coombes recounts riding out a tornado in Little Rock, Arkansas, inside his pest control van. The National Weather Service reported that an EF-3 tornado had roared through Pulaski and Lonoke counties with estimated peak winds of 165 mph, killing one person in North Little Rock and four people in Wynne.

China Renaissance suspends trading, delays results after founder's disappearance

China Renaissance, a top dealmaker in the country's tech industry, said it would suspend trading of its shares and delay the release of its annual results because it still can't get in touch with its founder.

HSBC's top execs face tense shareholders calling for a breakup

HSBC's top brass defended their strategy Monday to frustrated shareholders in the lender's largest market, as Europe's biggest bank continued to face calls to be split up.

Lawmaker speaks out about his struggle with depression

Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) spoke to CBS about battling with depression after winning a tight election.

CEOs are tired of being held responsible for gun regulation

Americans have grown used to corporate executives treading the well-worn paths of the Northeast corridor to convene alongside elected officials in Washington, DC, and discuss geopolitics, policy and all that's in-between.

What pet cemeteries reveal about being human

Why do we bury our departed loved ones in a cemetery? A primary purpose is to provide survivors with an opportunity to grieve and gain a sense of closure. The cemetery is a place for the living as much as it is a place for the dead.

Scientists film deepest ever fish on seabed off Japan

Cruising at a depth of 8,336 meters (over 27,000 feet) just above the seabed, a young snailfish has become the deepest fish ever filmed by scientists during a probe into the abyss of the northern Pacific Ocean.

What OPEC's surprise oil cut means for gas prices

OPEC and its allies' surprise move to slash oil production will soon be felt at US gas pumps.

Palestinian taxi driver recounts surviving attack by right-wing protesters

A Palestinian taxi driver describes surviving a violent attack by a right-wing mob in Jerusalem earlier this week as Israel continues to see protests against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's judicial overhaul spread. CNN's Nic Robertson reports.

Giving Marjorie Taylor Greene a platform isn't good for America

Last year, GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia spoke at a white nationalist event organized by Holocaust denier Nick Fuentes that caused Republican leaders to denounce her.

These are the animals people most want to see photographed

Originally a term used by trophy hunters in Africa, the "Big Five" described the animals most challenging to shoot and kill: the lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, and buffalo. Nowadays, it is more loosely used to refer to some of Africa's largest and most iconic animals.

Syrian refugee elected mayor of German town, years after fleeing war

A Syrian who arrived in Germany as a refugee in 2015 has won a mayoral election in the southwestern German state of Baden-Württemberg.

Study finds slightly higher risk of autism diagnosis in areas with more lithium in drinking water, but experts say more research is needed

A new study found a moderately higher risk of autism spectrum disorder in children born to pregnant people exposed to tap water with higher levels of lithium, but experts caution that this association does not show a direct link between the two.

Kwame Brathwaite, photographer of 'Black is Beautiful' movement, dies at 85

Kwame Brathwaite, the pioneering activist and photographer whose work helped define the aesthetics of the "Black is Beautiful" movement of the 1960s and beyond, died on April 1, aged 85.

This boiled bag of offal is banned in the US. In Scotland it's a fine-dining treat

Anthony Bourdain loved haggis. But even the late, great American chef, writer and television host recognized that Scotland's national dish, with its "sinister sheep parts" wrapped in a shroud of mystery and half-invented history, could be a hard sell.

Musk's Twitter promised a purge of blue check marks. Instead he singled out the New York Times

Some VIP Twitter users woke up on Saturday expecting to have lost their coveted blue verification check marks in a previously announced purge by Elon Musk. Instead, Twitter appeared to target a single account from a major publication Musk dislikes and changed the language on its site in a way that obscures why users are verified.

See the world's deepest fish

Scientists captured the unknown snailfish species at a depth of more than 27,000 feet, as part of an expedition in trenches off Japan.

Emma Heming Willis shares family photos as daughter Mabel turns 11

Bruce Willis' wife, Emma Heming Willis, has celebrated their elder daughter's birthday with a trip down memory lane.

Some fans whistle as Lionel Messi's name is announced as Paris Saint-Germain's season hits new low

Paris Saint-Germain's miserable season went from bad to worse on Sunday as the team suffered a second straight home defeat with a 1-0 loss to Lyon.

Chelsea searches for new manager as Premier League breaks record for most sackings in a single season

It was just six months ago that Graham Potter was deemed the man to usher in a fresh, exciting era at Chelsea.

See 'Star Wars' legend react to Acosta's Darth Vader impression

Actor Mark Hamill joins CNN's Jim Acosta to discuss his thoughts about a potential spinoff series based around his legendary "Star Wars" character Luke Skywalker.

Angel Reese defends gesture directed towards Caitlin Clark after LSU national title win; calls out double standard after being 'unapologetically' her

LSU star Angel Reese defended the gesture she aimed at Iowa Hawkeyes' Caitlin Clark near the end of the Tigers' first NCAA women's basketball national championship victory on Sunday, saying "I don't take disrespect lightly."

Teenage swimmer breaks two world records in four days

Sixteen-year-old Summer McIntosh broke the world record for the 400m individual medley at the Canadian swimming trials on Saturday -- just days after breaking the world record for the 400m freestyle.

The haunting Masters meltdown that changed Rory McIlroy's career

Slumped on his club, head buried in his arm, Rory McIlroy looked on the verge of tears.

A snowboarder got buried upside down in snow. See skier's quick reaction.

Skier Francis Zuber sprang into action when he noticed a snowboarder had become trapped upside down in a tree well. Zuber, whose reaction has been applauded as a textbook example of what to do in such a situation, urged others to take up rescue courses.

2023 March Madness: Will UConn or San Diego State triumph in the national championship game that 'means everything?'

After a March Madness filled with twists and surprises -- all four No. 1 seeds failed to reach the Elite Eight for the first ever time in NCAA men's basketball tournament history -- it is time for the grand finale as UConn faces San Diego State on Monday for the title.

Shania Twain calls for equal pay and more diversity in country music

Shania Twian is standing up for others in country music.

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