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  1. US strikes Iranian fast boats as Iran attacks UAE oil facility

    Shipping company Maersk says one of its US-flagged commercial vessels has successfully exited the Strait of Hormuz under US military protection.
  2. Two killed and many injured after car driven into crowd in German city of Leipzig

    A 33-year-old German citizen was detained following the incident, the authorities say.
  3. Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle lawsuit over It Ends With Us film

    The settlement comes just ahead of a trial slated to begin in May, where both stars were expected to testify.
  4. Three dead in suspected hantavirus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship

    The operator of the MV Hondius ship says a Dutch husband and wife, as well as a German national, have died but the cause has not yet been established.
  5. Two arrested over arson attack at Golders Green memorial

    A memorial wall was damaged by fire on 27 April in north London, with counter-terror police involved in the investigation.
  6. Wu beats Murphy in decider to win world title

    Wu Yize becomes the second-youngest player to be crowned a Crucible champion, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a compelling World Championship final.
  7. Peter Kay bomb hoax accused removed from court

    Birmingham's Utilita Arena was evacuated on Friday night with the comedian ushered off stage.
  8. Potholes fuel voter frustration before elections - so what can be done?

    The state of the roads will be at the top of many voters' agenda at this week's local elections in England.
  9. Spain seizes record amount of cocaine in Atlantic Ocean, authorities say

    The Civil Guard found between 30,000 and 45,000kg of the drug on a freighter headed to Libya.
  10. Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving after arrest

    The 44-year-old will avoid jail time after her arrest in California earlier this year.
  11. Met Gala 2026: How to watch, the price of tickets and this year's theme

    Beyoncé, who last attended the Met Gala in 2016, is returning as a co-chair of fashion's biggest night.
  12. She was an award-winning Broadway star - but still struggled to land roles

    Broadway icon and Disney princess Lea Salonga has paved the way for Asian actors - but it hasn't been easy.
  13. What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' in Strait of Hormuz

    What does the operation entail and could it lead to a resumption of hostilities?
  14. I found a 1940s treasure trove under the floorboards of my new flat

    Kirsty Geddes found the artefacts under the floorboards of a Dumfries attic.
  15. What an empty car park tells us about the UK's debt problem

    The BBC has been speaking to people living in one of England's poorest communities.
  16. Princess Eugenie expecting third child this summer

    "His Majesty The King has been informed and is delighted with the news," Buckingham Palace said.
  17. Dolly Parton cancels Las Vegas residency over health issues

    The 80-year-old country music star said it will take some time for her to be "stage-performance ready" again.
  18. Temperatures to fall this week after the bank holiday

    After last week's warmth, the first full week of May will be noticeably cooler.
  19. Reform pledges to open migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas

    The Green Party has accused Reform of "making abhorrent announcements in attempts to distract voters".
  20. UK joining Ukraine loan scheme would be good for EU ties, Starmer says

    The UK is "discussing participating" in a £78bn (€90bn) European Union loan scheme to support Ukraine, the prime minister says.
  21. Police probe over 'antisemitic' post of Jewish actress with devil horns

    The image was posted by the Scottish Palestine Solidarity Campaign as part of its petition to cancel Maureen Lipman's upcoming performance in Aberdeen.
  22. Bank of Dave star spots Warburtons fire from helicopter

    Dave Fishwick was flying over Burnley in his helicopter when he spotted the fire at the bread factory.
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  24. The Week: The Price Of The Iran War

    Could financial uncertainty from the Iran war stop a Starmer leadership challenge?
  25. LIVE at Maida Vale studios… How popular is Donald Trump in the US?

    And why isn't there more support for Democrats?
  26. Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling star in an award-winning musical

    An aspiring actress and a dedicated jazz musician fall in love in modern-day Los Angeles.
  27. A remarkable finale - but will 13 chaotic minutes cost Man City title?

    A chaotic 13-minute spell from Man City in the second half of a six-goal thriller at Everton could prove to be the visitors' undoing in the Premier League title race.
  28. China's Wu, 22, beats Murphy in deciding frame to win world title

    Wu Yize becomes the second-youngest player to be crowned a Crucible champion, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a compelling World Championship final.
  29. 'Pure theatre puts Hearts on cusp of title fairytale'

    BBC Scotland chief sports writer Tom English sums up the chaos and cacophony of Hearts' win over Rangers at Tynecastle.
  30. The high-quality relegation battle more like a title race

    The battle for Premier League survival is hotting up with Nottingham Forest, Tottenham and West Ham fighting for their lives.
  31. Man City's title hopes dented despite late Doku stunner in six-goal thriller

    Jeremy Doku's 97th-minute equaliser salvages a draw for Manchester City in a six-goal thriller at Everton.
  32. What Champions League failure means for 'broken club' Chelsea

    After a sixth-straight league loss, Chelsea are almost certain to miss out on Champions League qualification - a bitter blow which is likely to have far‑reaching consequences.
  33. Robinson in contact with England as he eyes Test recall

    Bowler Ollie Robinson confirms he has been in contact with both England head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director Rob Key as he eyes a recall to the Test side.