Australia clinch thrilling World Cup opener against New Zealand
Australia beat New Zealand 24-22 in a dramatic Rugby League World Cup opener in Sydney, with debutant Jack Bostock sco…
Seven sailors missing after drones strike tankers near Romania’s Black Sea coast
Nato source says drones came from Russia, while Romania’s president says attacking commercial ships ‘is unacceptable a…
Maduro pleads not guilty to new torture-related charges in New York
"I reject this document entirely," Maduro said in court, responding to newly added torture-related charges.
UK Green member behind anti-Zionism motion ‘receives death threats’
Lubna Speitan, who has Palestinian roots, believes messages and emails are part of an effort to intimidate her.
Serb player banned until 2050 for tennis match-fixing
Stefan Milicevic is given a 24-year suspension from tennis - one of the most severe punishments outside of a lifetime …
John Healey poised to raise taxes on banks in budget
Exclusive: Chancellor to target sector in his first budget to help offset damage caused by Iran war on public finances…
School headscarf ban sparks rare protests in Azerbaijan and row with Turkey
Protests have taken place over the rules which have seen pupils wearing hijabs turned away from schools.
Thames Water asks for £2.4bn more to avoid going bust this year or early 2027
Water company tells creditors it will not survive long enough to agree refinancing deal without more moneyThames Water…
Pensioner pleads guilty to raping woman drugged by husband
Graham Brougham, 74, was one of a number of men invited to sexually assault victim while she was unconsciousA man from…
Trump calls off livestream for Fort Hood shooter's execution by firing squad
Trump said some would "rather not watch" the execution of Nidal Hasan, the first military execution in over 60 years.
Red card, suspension and a conspiracy - what's up with Vini Jr?
Vinicius Jr speaks to the press after being handed a four-match ban following his red card against Villarreal.
British Cycling to act after 'toxic' survey responses
British Cycling is to launch an "action plan" following a survey in which some responses reportedly described its Worl…