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Enhanced Games is finally here - causing dismay and intrigue

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:47am
The Enhanced Games, the 'Steroid Olympics' which take place this weekend, are forcing sport and wider society to confront some challenging questions.

Why the Enhanced Games will force sport to confront tough questions

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:47am
The Enhanced Games, the 'Steroid Olympics' which take place this weekend, are forcing sport and wider society to confront some challenging questions.

More die of suspected Ebola as WHO warns that numbers will rise further

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:46am
In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.

Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:42am
Two presidential visits days apart is how Xi Jinping wants the world to see him: talking to everyone, tied to no-one.

Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:42am
Two presidential visits days apart is how Xi Jinping wants the world to see him: talking to everyone, tied to no-one.

Drakeford links Welsh Labour's collapse to lack of new powers from UK government

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:22am
The former first minister said a lack of new powers for Wales was significant in Labour's election defeat.

Man Utd-Forest referee not selected for final day

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:20am
The referee for Manchester United's win over Nottingham Forest last Sunday has not been selected for any match in the final round of Premier League fixtures.

Temperatures could reach 30C in bank holiday weekend heatwave

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:08am
The warmest weather of the year is forecast over the bank holiday weekend as some places may reach the earliest 30 Celsius in the UK since 1952.

Lithuania's leaders take shelter during drone air alert

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 5:53am
Flights were suspended and people were urged to take shelter after a suspected drone was detected near the Belarus border.

Inflation falls to 2.8% but is expected to rise from here

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 5:34am
Energy prices were lower due to the government's energy bill support package and lower wholesale prices before the Iran war.

MPs ask Channel 4 for answers over 'horrifying' Married At First Sight allegations

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 5:31am
A committee of MPs says claims about the show raise "serious concerns" about reality TV practices.

Trump exerts iron grip on Republican Party with Massie defeated

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 4:49am
Victory over a Republican rebel in Kentucky shows the president's strength but his power comes with risks for the midterms.

Trump tightens grip on Republican Party with Massie defeat

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 4:49am
The defeat of a Republican rebel by a Trump-backed challenger in Kentucky shows the strength of the president, writes Anthony Zurcher.

TV presenter says abusive ex gave her no access to her own money

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 4:45am
Ruth Dodsworth's former husband was jailed for coercive and controlling behaviour and stalking.

Kylie Minogue reveals she had second cancer diagnosis in 2021

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 4:25am
In a new documentary, the star says she "got through it, again" following successful treatment in 2005.

Kylie Minogue reveals she had second cancer diagnosis in 2021

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 4:25am
In a new documentary, the star says she "got through it, again" following successful treatment in 2005.

Empty rooms and Fifa cancellations - US hotels fear World Cup washout

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 4:03am
The 2026 Fifa World Cup was supposed to provide a tourism boom for the United States, but now the fear is that may never materialise.

Empty rooms and Fifa cancellations - US hotels fear World Cup washout

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 4:03am
The 2026 Fifa World Cup was supposed to provide a tourism boom for the United States, but now the fear is that may never materialise.

Inflation falls to 2.8% but is expected to rise from here

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 2:57am
Energy prices were lower due to the government's energy bill support package and lower wholesale prices before the Iran war.

NRL star Arrow retires at 30 after MND diagnosis

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 2:23am
South Sydney Rabbitohs forward Jai Arrow announces his immediate retirement after being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at the age of 30.

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