Copa del Rey final: Real Madrid vs Barcelona – Los Blancos boycott build-up
Real Madrid shun all pre-Copa del Rey activities after referee for final stages his own news conference on Friday.
World leaders descend on Vatican for Pope Francis’s funeral
World leaders paid their respects to Pope Francis Friday, ahead of his funeral Saturday.
‘This is one minute to midnight’: British MP visits occupied West Bank
British MP Shockat Adam travelled to the occupied West Bank to see Israel's treatment of Palestinians.
UK court defines ‘woman’. Trans women left in limbo
UK court rules 'woman' means biological sex, a decision that could limit trans women’s access to services and rights.
About 250,000 mourners pay final respects to Pope Francis, Vatican says
Vatican says about 250,000 mourners filed through St Peter's Basilica during a three-day lying in state.
As Trump looms over Canadian elections, affordability a key factor
As Canada goes to polls on Monday, Trump threats are key as are cost of living issues.
UN says its food stocks in Gaza completely ‘depleted’ amid Israeli blockade
More than 400,000 people who rely on UN-supplied meals will be affected, WFP warns.
Trump eyes diplomacy in Rome at Pope Francis’s funeral
US President Donald Trump says he expects to meet with foreign leaders while he’s in Rome for Pope Francis’s funeral.
Putin, Witkoff discuss possible direct Russia-Ukraine talks, Kremlin says
Russia and Ukraine have not held direct talks since the early weeks of the war, which started in February 2022.
‘Ciao Papa’: Rome gears up to bid farewell to Pope Francis
Hoteliers field a surge in bookings while Romans, religious pilgrims and migrants reflect on the death of “a good man”.
Who is attending the pope’s funeral?
Dozens of heads of state - some of whom had better relations with the pope than others - will be in attendance.
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What to expect as Iran and US head for more nuclear talks in Oman
The expert-level technical talks could determine the specifics of nuclear and sanctions commitments by the two sides.
Syria’s new three-starred flag raised at UN
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani raised the country’s new three-starred flag at the United Nations headquarters.
Death, debris and anger about Trump after Russia’s strike on Kyiv
Shaken and war-weary, residents of the city call on allies to uphold security guarantees.
What is the No 1 killer of college-age people in US? Data says gun violence
Firearms are the leading cause of death for US young people aged 18 to 25, surpassing drug poisoning and other causes.
Copa del Rey final referee breaks down over Real Madrid TV pressure
Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea emotionally responds to Real Madrid TV pressure before refereeing the Copa del Rey final.
Venezuelans in ‘state of uncertainty’ over US temporary protected status
Trump's push to end status shielding foreign nationals from deportation to dangerous countries has 'everyone afraid'.
‘Putin doesn’t worry about Trump walking away from Ukraine deal’
Russian President Vladimir Putin knows that Donald Trump wants a deal so he “can afford” to keep striking Ukraine.
Iran to sign $4bn oilfields deal with Russia in bid to bolster ties
Seven Iranian oilfields will be developed in cooperation with Russian firms, according to Iran's oil minister.
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Will Trump-Bukele ties worsen the threat to migrant rights?
Redi Tlhabi speaks with experts on fears of human rights abuses during Trump’s immigration crackdown.
Could Canada really become the US’s 51st state?
Could Canada become the 51st US state? Redi Tlhabi speaks with Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations, Bob Rae.
Brazil’s ex-President Collor de Mello arrested after corruption sentence
Collor, 75, held by federal police in the northeastern city of Maceio, capital of Alagoas state, lawyer says.
Eubank fined after missing weight limit before Benn showdown
Chris Eubank Jr fined £375,000 after missing the weight limit for Saturday's grudge match with Conor Benn.
Car bomb outside Moscow kills Russian lieutenant general
Surveillance cameras captured the moment a blast outside Moscow killed Russian Lieutenant General Yaroslav Moskalik.
Car bomb kills senior Russian general near Moscow
A home-made explosive device blows up in a parked car, killing Lieutenant-General Yaroslav Moskalik, authorities say.
Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes near coast of Ecuador
This is a breaking news story, more details to follow.
‘We’re cursed’: Kashmiris under attack across India after Pahalgam killings
India blames Pakistan for the killing of 26 tourists. But on city streets, Kashmiris are facing Indians' anger.
Mummy found in Peru could be 5,000 years old
Archaeologists have uncovered the preserved body of a woman, who they believe is up to five thousand years old.
Thunder rally for record comeback to defeat Grizzlies in Game 3 of Playoffs
Oklahoma City Thunder produce a record comeback in their playoff to claim three-game lead against Memphis Grizzlies.
Israeli forces erect metal gates cutting off Jenin refugee camp
Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank have installed metal gates cutting off the Jenin refugee camp.
US-Iran nuclear talks explained | Start Here
Trump, Iran and everything you need to know about the nuclear talks.
Copa del Rey 2025 final: Real Madrid vs Barcelona – start, teams, favourite
Barcelona and Real Madrid clash in a mouth-watering King's Cup final featuring the two giants of Spanish football.
Could a US-banned pesticide be behind mass sterilization?
A US-banned pesticide used on Costa Rican banana farms is tied to sterility claims. Decades later, workers seek justice.