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Gonorrhoea and syphilis hit record levels in Europe

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 7:19am
STIs have surged thanks to record cases and gaps in testing and prevention, a health agency reports.

Chris Mason: VAT cut on summer fun - the announcement that didn't leak

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 7:11am
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils measures aimed at helping families with the cost of living - but is it enough?

Wes Streeting pledges wealth tax as part of leadership pitch

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 6:42am
He proposes equalising capital gains tax with income tax, in a reform he estimates could raise £12bn a year.

A reluctant winner in ballot to create new laws

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 6:39am
Last session's winner was Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, who brought forward the Assisted Dying Bill.

UK migration drops to 171,000 - almost half 2024's figure

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 6:27am
The prime minister says his government is delivering on its promise to restore control to the borders.

Premier League winner on Tuesday, GCSEs on Thursday

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 6:25am
Max Dowman is the youngest player in Premier League history and had to take his GCSE exams just days after sealing the title.

NHS trust sacks staff over attacks victims' records

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 6:23am
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust says investigations are ongoing.

China says US should stop 'threats' against Cuba after ex-leader charged

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 6:22am
It comes after the US charged Cuba's ex-leader with murder, the latest move putting pressure on the regime.

Track UK's latest migration numbers - net migration, visas, asylum and small boats

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 6:07am
Use our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UK

EasyJet boss says summer flights won't be hit by jet fuel shortages

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 6:03am
The airline has seen no problems with fuel, but says people are booking later because of uncertainty caused by the Iran war.

In, or out? The joy and despair of World Cup squad selection

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 6:01am
BBC Sport football pundits Micah Richards, Joe Hart, Theo Walcott, Stephen Warnock share their stories of what it is like to get a call before a major tournament telling you if you are in or out of the England squad.

Katie Price to testify in ex-husband's child rape trial

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 5:48am
Kieran Hayler, 39, is charged with three counts of rape and one of sexually assaulting the girl.

Burnham: 'People in Britain can't afford a good life'

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 5:20am
Andy Burnham was speaking in a series of interviews with the candidates for the Makerfield by-election.

Nvidia's record result fails to impress investors

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 4:40am
The chip giant reported more stellar results but its shares fell after-hours as investors wonder if it can keep up its pace of growth amid greater competition.

How protesters are set for Ireland's parliament over Yves Sakila's 'disturbing' death

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 4:30am
Yves Sakila, who was 35, died on one of Dublin's busiest shopping streets after an alleged shoplifting incident.

FA opens Southampton investigation over Spygate

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 3:29am
The Football Association opens an investigation into Southampton's conduct after the club admit to spying on three clubs during the Championship season.

EasyJet boss says summer flights won't be hit by jet fuel shortages

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 3:23am
The airline has seen no problems with fuel, but says people are booking later because of uncertainty caused by the Iran war.

UK agrees £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 3:19am
The deal will remove an estimated £580m worth of tariffs from British exports, but rights groups are critical

The World Cup squad dilemmas facing Tuchel

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 3:14am
England manager Thomas Tuchel names his World Cup squad on Friday. What are the big decisions he has faced in selecting a final 26?

The World Cup squad dilemmas facing Tuchel

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 3:14am
England manager Thomas Tuchel names his World Cup squad on Friday - although some of those not included already know their fate. What are the big decisions he has faced in selecting a final 26?

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