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WORLD

Iran-US war latest: Israel launches massive strikes on Lebanon as Hegseth claims US have won ‘capital V’ victory
Pete Hegseth claims Iran ‘begged’ for ceasefire deal to end onslaught and threats from Trump
Route 66, the quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100
All we know about Iran’s 10-point peace plan after agreeing two-week ceasefire with US
Israel strikes Beirut with no warning after saying Iran ceasefire doesn’t apply there

UK

JD Vance claims Britons pay too much for gas and electricity – after US started war that sent prices skyrocketing
Starmer says UK will do ‘all we can’ to support US-Iran ceasefire as he heads to Gulf
Former Channel 4 chair Sir Ian Cheshire chosen to steer Ofcom
Royal Mail raises price of stamps again – despite failure to meet targets
Gladiators star Barney Walsh banned from driving for speeding in Mercedes

SPORTS

Borussia Dortmund plot third Jadon Sancho signing after troubled Manchester United spell
Grand National 2026 runners, riders and latest odds
Gary Woodland opens up on PTSD struggles after brain surgery on eve of Masters return
When is the Grand National 2026? Start time and how to watch on TV
Antoine Griezmann’s Atletico legacy is secure but can he finally achieve his Champions League dream?

BUSINESS

Boss of Leon says Labour is ‘killing the restaurant industry’
Young’s to snap up Cubitt House pubs in £30m deal
What Iran ceasefire means for fuel prices, inflation and interest rates in the UK
A zero-waste approach that works for real people
Construction firms report record inflation jump as Iran war hits new orders

TECH






SCI

DNA analysis of Shroud of Turin reveals new detail about artefact’s origin
The pre-workout supplement that may be wrecking your sleep
World’s ‘oldest’ octopus is not actually an octopus, new scans reveal
Accidental lab discovery reveals bed bugs are terrified of this simple thing
Raccoons solve puzzles just for fun – even when there’s no treat reward at the end

POLITICS

JD Vance claims Britons pay too much for gas and electricity – after US started war that sent prices skyrocketing
Starmer says UK will do ‘all we can’ to support US-Iran ceasefire as he heads to Gulf
US is no longer a reliable ally and the special relationship is over, former national security adviser warns Starmer
In The Room | Silent discos, kickabouts – can MPs catch a break?
Analysis: Why are some politicians cringeworthy online, while others get away with it?

HEALTH

Married NFL coach Mike Vrabel and reporter Dianna Russini speak out after photos show them holding hands at luxury hotel
I hired a nutritionist to help me prep for the London Marathon. This is what I found
Aubrey Plaza expecting first child with partner Christopher Abbott one year after death of husband Jeff Baena
The common kitchen design mistakes most people make and how to avoid them
Three physiotherapy experts weigh in on whether crossing your legs is bad for your body

ENTERTAIN

BBC breached editorial standards over racial slur incident at Baftas, investigation finds
From Tate McRae to Addison Rae: Why does Gen Z love nonchalant pop music?
Anna Wintour poses with Devil Wears Prada double Meryl Streep as she addresses Miranda Priestly similarities
Former Channel 4 chair Sir Ian Cheshire chosen to steer Ofcom
Country music legend Ray Stevens, 87, breaks neck after fall in Nashville
 
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