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* Second hantavirus case confirmed after three die in suspected cruise ship outbreak
[1 hours old]: The operator of the MV Hondius ship says a Dutch couple and a German national have died.

- Potholes fuel voter frustration before elections - so what can be done?
[3 hours old]: The state of the roads will be at the top of many voters' agenda at this week's local elections in England.

. Airlines can cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages under new plans
[41 hours old]: Ministers hope move would help avoid last-minute flight cancellations for passengers this summer over Middle East fuel supplies.

. Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly
[961 hours old]: The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.

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and in other news ...

* US strikes Iranian fast boats as Iran attacks UAE oil facility
[0 hours old]: Shipping company Maersk says one of its US-flagged commercial vessels has successfully exited the Strait of Hormuz under US military protection.

- Two killed and many injured after car driven into crowd in German city of Leipzig
[5 hours old]: A 33-year-old German citizen was detained following the incident, the authorities say.

* The most talked-about looks at this year's Met Gala
[0 hours old]: The theme for 2026 Met Gala fundraiser is "Costume Art", exploring fashion as an embodied art form.

- Starmer to host Downing Street summit to address antisemitism
[1 hours old]: The prime minister will meet leaders from a number of sectors at Downing Street on Tuesday.

- Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle lawsuit over It Ends With Us film
[4 hours old]: The settlement comes just ahead of a trial slated to begin in May, where both stars were expected to testify.

* Explosion at China fireworks factory kills 21 people
[0 hours old]: A blast at a fireworks factory in Hunan province has killed 21 people and injured 61, state media report.

- Two arrested over arson attack at Golders Green memorial
[9 hours old]: A memorial wall was damaged by fire on 27 April in north London, with counter-terror police involved in the investigation.

- Wu beats Murphy in decider to win world title
[4 hours old]: Wu Yize becomes the second-youngest player to be crowned a Crucible champion, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a compelling World Championship final.

* Poverty and technology fueling record levels of slavery in UK
[1 hours old]: An independent report warns cost of living pressures are driving up exploitation levels in Britain.

- 'We won't see her because she's Asian': How Lea Salonga fought to be seen on Broadway
[4 hours old]: Broadway icon and Disney princess Lea Salonga has paved the way for Asian actors - but it hasn't been easy.

- The Papers: 'Rivals circle Starmer' and bid to reopen Hormuz pushes region 'to the brink'
[2 hours old]: Several of the papers focus on Sir Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour party.

- What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' in Strait of Hormuz
[8 hours old]: What does the operation entail and could it lead to a resumption of hostilities?

- Widow of falsely accused murder suspect plans to sue Scottish authorities
[4 hours old]: Sapna Mukherjee said her husband Sougat's life was "irreversibly destroyed" after he was labelled a suspect.

* British pubs closing at a rate of almost two per day in 2026
[0 hours old]: The British Beer and Pub Association says 161 pubs have closed in the first three months of this year.

- Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving after arrest
[9 hours old]: The 44-year-old will avoid jail time after her arrest in California earlier this year.

- Peter Kay bomb hoax accused removed from court
[14 hours old]: Birmingham's Utilita Arena was evacuated on Friday night with the comedian ushered off stage.

- Dolly Parton cancels Las Vegas residency over health issues
[5 hours old]: The 80-year-old country music star said it will take some time for her to be "stage-performance ready" again.

- Reform pledges to open migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas
[13 hours old]: The Green Party has accused Reform of "making abhorrent announcements in attempts to distract voters".

- Bank of Dave star spots Warburtons fire from helicopter
[6 hours old]: Dave Fishwick was flying over Burnley in his helicopter when he spotted the fire at the bread factory.

- A remarkable finale - but will 13 chaotic minutes cost Man City title?
[3 hours old]: 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.

- China's Wu, 22, beats Murphy in deciding frame to win world title
[4 hours old]: Wu Yize becomes the second-youngest player to be crowned a Crucible champion, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a compelling World Championship final.

- 'Pure theatre puts Hearts on cusp of title fairytale'
[6 hours old]: BBC Scotland chief sports writer Tom English sums up the chaos and cacophony of Hearts' win over Rangers at Tynecastle.

- The high-quality relegation battle more like a title race
[6 hours old]: The battle for Premier League survival is hotting up with Nottingham Forest, Tottenham and West Ham fighting for their lives.



- Man City's title hopes dented despite late Doku stunner in six-goal thriller
[4 hours old]: Jeremy Doku's 97th-minute equaliser salvages a draw for Manchester City in a six-goal thriller at Everton.

- What Champions League failure means for 'broken club' Chelsea
[8 hours old]: 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.

- Robinson in contact with England as he eyes Test recall
[5 hours old]: 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.

- US denies Iranian report warship was struck by missiles
[13 hours old]: It comes as the US said on Monday it will begin to help "guide" vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz.

- GameStop makes .5bn takeover offer for eBay
[11 hours old]: GameStop's boss Ryan Cohen says he sees potential to make eBay a much bigger rival to Amazon.

- Robots move in as waste firms struggle to find staff
[2 hours old]: Humanoid robots are being added to the automation of waste sorting.

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and in other older news ...

. What an empty car park tells us about the UK's debt problem
[21 hours old]: The BBC has been speaking to people living in one of England's poorest communities.

. Princess Eugenie expecting third child this summer
[16 hours old]: "His Majesty The King has been informed and is delighted with the news," Buckingham Palace said.

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. The Week: The Price Of The Iran War
[102 hours old]: Could financial uncertainty from the Iran war stop a Starmer leadership challenge?

. LIVE at Maida Vale studios… How popular is Donald Trump in the US?
[99 hours old]: And why isn't there more support for Democrats?

. Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling star in an award-winning musical
[837 hours old]: An aspiring actress and a dedicated jazz musician fall in love in modern-day Los Angeles.

. Samsung family pays off record bn inheritance tax bill
[22 hours old]: The bill is tied to the estate left by the firm's late chairman Lee Kun-hee, who died in October 2020.

. The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages
[27 hours old]: What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?

. Amsterdam bans public adverts for meat and fossil fuels
[27 hours old]: Local politicians say the move is in line with the Dutch capital's environmental targets.

. Struggling High Streets fuel sense of neglect for voters ahead of local elections
[48 hours old]: Failing High Streets fuel a wider sense of political discontent which could prove crucial in the upcoming elections for English councils in May.

. Spirit Airlines shutting down after rescue talks collapse
[51 hours old]: The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a 0m bailout.

. Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing?
[40 hours old]: How much Donald Trump can do with the time he has left as president will depend massively on the cost of living.

. In five charts: How UAE's exit could affect Opec's influence over the oil price
[38 hours old]: The BBC takes a look in charts at what the UAE's departure could mean for the oil cartel and more widely.

. Mortgages, jobs and energy bills - how the Iran war will affect your money
[77 hours old]: The Bank of England's latest report reveals some interesting details on how our finances will be affected due to the Iran war.

. Trump says he will hike tariffs on EU cars to 25%
[78 hours old]: The current level of tariffs charged on goods entering the US from the EU is 15%, under a deal negotiated last July.

. The Real Greek rescued by Cote Brasserie-owner
[81 hours old]: All but nine of the Mediterranean chain's 28 outlets are being taken over by the family-owned Karali group.

. Pentagon says US military to be an 'AI-first' fighting force
[77 hours old]: The US military has agreed eight new contracts with big tech firms as it expands its artificial intelligence capabilities.

. Crayola toys recalled over possible asbestos contamination
[83 hours old]: People should stop using the products immediately and keep out of the reach of children, the government says.

. No evidence of widespread fuel price-gouging, watchdog says
[83 hours old]: Profit margins were "broadly unchanged" between February and March, the UK's competition watchdog says.

. Billions of meals at risk due to Iran war, says fertiliser boss
[85 hours old]: A shortage of fertiliser due to the Iran conflict could reduce crop yields and push prices higher, says the boss of Yara.

. 'There were letters I didn't want to open': Rise in unpaid debt court cases
[99 hours old]: The number of county court judgements rose by 17.5% in the first quarter of this year compared to last, data suggests.

. Will AI lead to more accurate opinion polls?
[99 hours old]: It's cheaper and faster to collect people's opinions using AI, but will it make polls more accurate?

. The kelp producer who wants to get Americans eating seaweed
[123 hours old]: Marine farmer Suzie Flores also hopes the crop can revitalise the US's small fishing towns.

. Why Spotify has no button to filter out AI music
[171 hours old]: Music streamer Deezer allows users to filter out AI music, so why does Spotify not offer the same?

. How climate change threatens the economic backbone of the Pacific
[195 hours old]: Tuna populations around the Pacific Islands could move away as ocean temperatures increase.

. From scientist to silk farmer: India's silk industry renewal
[266 hours old]: Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.

. How a pivot to hair accessories led to business success
[291 hours old]: Jenny Lennick's colourful hair clips are sold across the US and around the world.

. What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news
[274 hours old]: If Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.

. The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough
[339 hours old]: A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work?

. 'I had to pay £14k after my cat was run over'
[20 hours old]: People with and without pet insurance are facing large bills when their animals get sick or injured.

. 'I earn £36k but I can't afford to buy a house'
[86 hours old]: Shelter Cymru says privately rented homes are unaffordable for most people across Wales.

. How the Iran war affects your money and bills
[86 hours old]: The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

. How will car finance compensation payments work?
[87 hours old]: Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.

. Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like
[387 hours old]: Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?

. The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high
[908 hours old]: Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why

. Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers
[1106 hours old]: Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?

. Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter?
[136 hours old]: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.

. What do shoppers think about the future of their high street?
[137 hours old]: Freshney Place is being renovated to include a new food hall and five-screen cinema.

. Why Elon Musk and Sam Altman are fighting over OpenAI
[180 hours old]: Musk, who co-founded the company that created ChatGPT with Altman, wants more than 0bn in damages.

. High street drug dealer sells cannabis to undercover reporter
[272 hours old]: Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.