United KingdomArtemis II astronauts praise moonship performance, especially heat shield during reentry
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission have given high marks to their Orion spacecraft following its lunar voyage, with particular praise for the heat shield's performance during reentry. The mission has been credited wit...
United KingdomSoaring oil prices linked to Iran war threaten to deepen hunger crisis in Haiti
A new IPC report indicates the number of people facing acute hunger in Haiti is expected to fall slightly, but officials warn the situation remains critical. Any gains could be quickly reversed due to soaring oil prices ...
United KingdomAP's top photos of the week: April 10–16, 2026
The Associated Press has released its selection of the most compelling photojournalism from the week of April 10 to 16, 2026, capturing key events from around the world....
United KingdomNoem's DHS replacement draws outrage over remarks about the 'right kind of immigrants'
Markwayne Mullin, nominated to replace Kirstjen Nielsen at the Department of Homeland Security, sparked outrage after suggesting the US should attract the 'right kind of immigrants.' The DHS said Mullin was referring to ...
United KingdomDEA informant avoids prison after admitting he paid no taxes on nearly $4 million in earnings
A long-serving DEA informant has escaped a prison sentence after pleading guilty to failing to pay taxes on close to $4 million earned for undercover work on behalf of the agency. The case raises questions about oversigh...
United KingdomTrump's clash with Pope Leo seen as dangerous for the US president
Analysis suggests that US President Donald Trump's ongoing confrontation with Pope Leo carries significant political risks for the president. The clash is described as rooted in fundamentally different moral and politica...
United KingdomMinnesota officials push forward with investigations into federal officers after immigration crackdown
State officials in Minnesota are continuing to investigate federal law enforcement officers involved in the Trump administration's immigration raids in the Twin Cities. The probes come months after the crackdown drew sig...
United KingdomTijuana River pollution linked to health problems for thousands of residents
Over 100 billion gallons of raw sewage mixed with industrial chemicals and trash have flooded the Tijuana River since 2018, according to the International Boundary and Water Commission. The ongoing pollution has been lin...
United KingdomSuspect pleads guilty to robbery in case of missing Navajo grandmother Ella Mae Begay
A man charged in connection with the disappearance of Navajo grandmother Ella Mae Begay has entered a new guilty plea to robbery as part of a second plea agreement. The case concerns the unresolved disappearance of Begay...
United KingdomUS pushes 'trade over aid' plan at UN amid warnings against privatising assistance
The Trump administration is lobbying UN member states to endorse a 'trade over aid' development model, signalling a shift away from donor-led foreign assistance towards private investment. The UN has cautioned against th...
United KingdomPrince Andrew Invited to Relinquish Freedom of the City of London
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been invited to give up his Freedom of the City of London, an honour he received in 2012 by virtue of his lineage. The move reflects continued efforts to distance the royal family from the ...
United KingdomStarmer Faces Questions Over Mandelson's Reported Security Vetting Failure
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under pressure following reports that Peter Mandelson failed security vetting, with the Foreign Office alleged to have overridden the recommendation. The government's spokesperson stated...
United KingdomNorth Sea Drilling Won't Lower UK Energy Bills, Experts Say
Despite calls from figures including Nigel Farage, the Conservatives, and right-wing media, energy experts warn that new North Sea oil and gas extraction would not reduce UK energy prices. The argument centres on how glo...
United KingdomNaval Reservist Accused of Killing Wife and Hiding Remains in Freezer Before Fleeing Country
A naval reservist has been accused of murdering his wife, Lina M. Guerra Echavarria, and concealing her remains in a freezer before fleeing the country. Her family had previously raised concerns about his controlling and...
United KingdomAmazon to Introduce New Fees for US and Canadian Users Due to Tariffs
Amazon has announced new fees affecting American and Canadian users, which the company says are temporary in response to trade tariffs, though no end date for the charges has been given....
United KingdomHockey Hall of Famer Chris Pronger Turns to Writing in Post-NHL Career
NHL Hall of Fame defenceman Chris Pronger has added author to his post-playing career pursuits, writing a book as part of a varied journey since his ice hockey days came to a close....
United KingdomPete Hegseth Quotes Pulp Fiction Bible Verse Wrongly Attributed to Ezekiel During Sermon
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth quoted what he described as Ezekiel 25:17 during a sermon, but the passage bore a striking resemblance to Samuel L. Jackson's fictional monologue in the 1994 Quentin Tarantino film Pulp ...
United KingdomCounter-Terror Police Probe London Arson Attacks on Iranian and Jewish Targets
Counter-terrorism investigators are examining a series of arson attacks in London targeting Iranian dissident media and Jewish sites. Al Jazeera reports police arrested a 16-year-old boy and two men aged 19 and 21 on sus...
United KingdomSouth African Politician Julius Malema Sentenced to Five Years in Prison
Julius Malema, leader of South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters opposition party, has been sentenced to five years in prison for violating firearm laws after firing rifle shots at a political rally....
United KingdomAt Least 18 Killed After Minibus Catches Fire on Zimbabwe Highway
At least 18 people died after a minibus taxi caught fire on a highway near Bulawayo, Zimbabwe's second-largest city, according to police. The cause of the blaze is under investigation....