Press — 2026-05-14

The deaths of three young women in the sea in Brighton were "tragic and horrendous", the city's council leader has said. Labour's Bella Sankey said it was "the most devastating news" Brighton had received "for a very long time". The Brighton & Hove City Council leader also said the women were yet to…

Why are World Cup tickets so expensive?  The 2026 World Cup is not only the biggest World Cup in history. It’s the most expensive. With dynamic pricing and rising travel costs, the game may be global, but access isn’t to your average football fan. So who gets to be in the stands? Al Jazeera’s Samant…

What we are witnessing this morning is the jostling on the expected start line of a race to be our next prime minister. The jostling is evident everywhere: from the prime minister's supporters, not least the Chancellor Rachel Reeves, telling BBC Breakfast that a contest would be "plunging the countr…

Madonna, Shakira and BTS will headline the half-time show at the final in New Jersey Madonna, Shakira and K-pop boy band BTS will co-headline the Super Bowl-style half-time show at this summer's World Cup final. The tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, conclud…

One person has been killed and dozens wounded after Russia launched a massive wave of strikes against Ukraine overnight, officials have said. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko said it was an "especially difficult night for Kyiv", where rescuers are searching through the rubble of a residential buildin…

Donald Trump was greeted by a troop parade and cheering children, ahead of a two-hour long meeting with China's leader Xi-Jinping, and a tour of the Temple of Heaven. Follow our live coverage here. The French president stood up during a conference in Kenya to tell the audience to quieten down, sayin…

US Vice President JD Vance says progress is being made in talks with Iran to end the war as President Donald Trump begins his state visit to China. Save Share United States Vice President JD Vance has said he believes progress is being made in negotiations with Iran, despite President Donald Trump r…

In Pictures Trump visits Beijing for high-stakes summit with Xi as Iran, trade and Taiwan strain US-China ties. Save Share United States President Donald Trump is in Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping aimed at easing deep tensions between the rival superpowers. Visiting …

Thousands of people cheered Team Melli as Iran’s World Cup kit was unveiled before the team’s training camp in Turkiye. Save Share Crowds gather in Tehran to send off Iran’s World Cup team Iran hosted a departure rally for its FIFA World Cup squad, witnessed by thousands of fans in Tehran’s Enqelab …

Cleveland Cavaliers beat Detroit Pistons 117-113 in overtime on the back of Harden’s 30 points in Game 5 of the series. Save Share James Harden scored 30 points and Donovan Mitchell added 21, including seven in ‌overtime, as the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied to beat the Detroit Pistons 117-113 and tak…

TAIPEI, May 14 (Reuters) - Taiwan's government said on Thursday it was considering resubmitting to parliament a request for items cut by lawmakers from a special defence budget ‌given how crucial they are to the island's security. Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament last week ‌approved only tw…

Coldplay’s Chris Martin will curate the show during the July 19 final at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, FIFA says. Save Share Madonna, Shakira and K-pop megastars BTS will headline a Super Bowl-style half-time show at the World Cup final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, FIFA has conf…

Farmer Marshall Wylie thought nothing of it when he cut his arm, sorting wood in August 2023. And he thought even less of it when he felt ill over the next 48 hours. But the following week, he said he clinically died due to sepsis, and eventually his legs had to be amputated. Farmers are at particul…

A disabled man who was wrongly sacked after being spied upon by his bosses said he felt "justice had been done" after his former employer agreed to pay him £329,000 in damages and lost earnings. Alan Jones, now 59, had been forced to go sick from his team leader role at St Helens glass-making giant …

A woman who nearly died after injecting herself with a weight loss drug she had bought from a "friend of a friend" is warning others of the potential dangers of unregulated jabs. Chloe (not her real name), from Liverpool, ended up in intensive care and was off work for three months after just one do…

Seventeen years after the birth of her daughter, Geeta Nayar is still living with bowel incontinence. She suffered a third-degree tear during a forceps delivery and her first episode of incontinence soon afterwards - but was discharged home without support. Geeta said she stopped leaving the house, …

Children aged eight and nine returning to the UK from abroad will be able to use e-gates at airports and other re-entry points from 8 July, the Home Office has announced. They need to be at least 120cm (3ft 11in) tall so they can be seen by the biometric scanners and must be accompanied by an adult.…

Kyiv building collapses after Russian strike, reportedly trapping residents Russia attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv with drones and missiles early on Thursday, officials said, damaging several buildings, including one which partially collapsed with residents likely trapped under rubble. Save Shar…

Trump, Xi speak ahead of talks to make relations ‘better than ever’ Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump say they’re looking forward to US-China talks that are expected to tackle divisive issues ranging from the US-Israeli war on Iran, trade, technology, and Taiwan. This is Trump’s first trip to C…

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Cuba has completely run out of diesel and fuel oil, the country's Energy Minister Vicente de la O Levy has said. In an interview with state-run media, de la O Levy said there were limited amounts of gas available, but that Cuba's energy system was in a "critical" state as a US-led blockade of oil to…

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Students block main highway in Caracas to demand release of political prisoners Students from Venezuela’s leading universities blocked the main highway in Caracas to demand the immediate release of political prisoners. Demonstrators said more than 450 people remain imprisoned despite government prom…

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If you’re between ages 40 to 65, this singular habit can boost bone health, mood, longevity and more — yet not enough people prioritize it. This article originally appeared on HuffPost.

From buckets of fried chicken to a single honey bun, the final meals of infamous serial killers ranged from strangely ordinary to deeply unsettling. Hi, I’m Crystal, a Senior Editor based in Los Angeles and creator of BuzzFeed’s “That Got Dark” newsletter. Warning: Graphic content ahead, including s…

Xi Jinping welcomes Donald Trump with ceremony ahead of high-stakes meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping is welcoming US President Donald Trump to Beijing for high-level talks. Tariffs, competition over tech, the US-Israeli war on Iran, and Taiwan are all on the agenda for the two-day visit. Save Sh…

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The foreign ministers meeting is taking place before the 2026 BRICS summit in India in September. Save Share India is hosting a meeting of foreign ministers from BRICS nations on May 14-15 in a precursor to the 18th BRICS summit, which New Delhi will host in September. The meeting, which starts on T…

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Nick Wright reacts to the scuffle involving Caitlin Clark in the Indiana Fever vs. Connecticut Sun game. He breaks down whether Clark’s rising stardom is making her a target on the court and what it means for her future in the WNBA. Caitlin Clark was assessed with her first technical foul of the sea…

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Families demand release of Pakistani crew captured by Somali pirates Families of 10 Pakistani crew members taken hostage by Somali pirates have rallied in Karachi to demand their release. The crew of the Honour 25 have been held for more than three weeks. Hijackings off the coast of Somalia are on t…

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A congressional panel investigating late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has released transcriptions of interviews with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Ted Waitt, the billionaire co-founder of Gateway computers. Lutnick discussed having three interactions with Epstein - a neighbour of his in N…

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The Duke of Sussex has warned of a "deeply troubling" rise in antisemitism in the UK which has led to "lethal violence" against the Jewish community. Acknowledging the importance of "legitimate protest" against the actions of a state, Prince Harry said people must be more "clear" about where they ar…

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This video can not be played A huge moment in the Scottish Premiership title race Even in the early minutes of a tumultuous night that saw Scottish football's mad-o-meter blow up in smoke, there were scenes that suggested another extraordinary chapter in the Hearts versus Celtic title story was nigh…

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Alex Lasry, CEO of the NYNJ Host Committee, discusses the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in New York and New Jersey. He details plans for free fan experiences across five boroughs and New Jersey, emphasizing public transit solutions for 1.2 million fans. Lasry confirms real grass will be insta…

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Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref said Tehran’s ‘right’ to the Strait of Hormuz is ‘established and the matter is closed’, state media reports. Al Jazeera Live Save Share

Trump and Xi’s summit comes at a crucial moment for the global economy, as the war on Iran continues to disrupt trade. What Trump and Xi want from China visit Save Share

‘Late Night’ host Stephen Colbert revealed the one thing he’ll miss the most about his CBS show, which is slated for cancellation next week, during a special episode of the “Strike Force Five” podcast with fellow late-night hosts Seth Meyers, John Oliver, Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon. “I think one …

President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping begin their talks in Beijing. President Donald Trump opened his high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping by predicting a "fantastic future together" — striking an unusually warm tone as his administration pursues new trade and inve…

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Chinese President Xi Jinping greets President Donald Trump at the Great Hall of the People. President Donald Trump was greeted with pomp and circumstance by the Chinese as he met China's President Xi Jinping ahead of a high-stakes bilateral meeting between the two nations.  After arriving in his arm…

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Kyle Whittingham sounded off on the reality of $50M rosters in college football, raising serious questions about where the sport is headed. The College Football Playoff was supposed to provide some certainty in a sport that, for too long, based its rewards on unreliable polls. And to the extent that…

Alex Lasry, CEO of the NYNJ Host Committee, discusses the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in New York and New Jersey. He details plans for free fan experiences across five boroughs and New Jersey, emphasizing public transit solutions for 1.2 million fans. Lasry confirms real grass will be insta…

Fox News national correspondent Bryan Llenas discusses Middle East tensions and U.S. policy towards Iran. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt details a ceasefire extension for Iran's regime. Bryan Llenas reports on U.S. efforts to clear the Strait of Hormuz of Iranian mines. Former Secretar…

Jesse Proudman, founder and CTO of Venice.AI, warns that recent tax policy developments in the Evergreen State have affected companies moving out of the area. A prominent Washington tech entrepreneur is joining the growing exodus of business leaders fleeing the Evergreen State, citing a "dramatic" s…

Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. Jeff Probst isn't afraid to "outwit, outplay, outlast" fans, but also recognized that the tribe has spoken out against "Survivor 50." The longtime, Emmy Award-winning host took qualms with superfans spinning a narrative that the show…

Comedian and actress Margaret Cho told the "I Never Liked You" podcast that her fears of ICE detention stopped her from joining the hit series "Heated Rivalry." Actress and comedian Margaret Cho blamed President Donald Trump and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for missing out on a rol…

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