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06/05/2026 00:01 GMT
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06/05/2026 00:06 GMT
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06/05/2026 00:30 GMT
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European leaders are defying Trump. At what cost?
More European leaders are publicly opposing Trump. But they still need him.
06/05/2026 04:01 GMT
US "Project Freedom" paused
The US operation to guide vessels through the Strait of Hormuz halted.
06/05/2026
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
The big political issues of the day.
Political parties sprint for the line
It's the last full day of campaigning for elections in England, Scotland and Wales.
06/05/2026 13:01 GMT
Hantavirus strain 'can be passed between humans' - health officials
The strain has killed three people on board a cruise ship from Argentina
Ahead of the elections in England, Scotland and Wales, our experts answer your questions.
Electioncast: It’s Time To Vote!
Adam, Laura, Chris, James and Felicity bring you one last update before the polls open.
06/05/2026 20:01 GMT
Newshour in Baltimore
We look at a defining domestic issue in President Trump's second term- immigration
British cruise ship passengers self-isolating at home
Two passengers aboard the ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak are back in the UK
Close to an Iran peace deal - again?
Donald Trump claims, again, that the US and Iran are close to making a peace deal.