
IDF says "Operation Gideon's Chariots" aims to defeat Hamas, as Hamas-run health ministry says hundreds of people killed since Thursday.
Another seven people are injured in Ukraine's north-eastern Sumy region, local officials say.
Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce a broad agreement on the issue at a summit on Monday.
The charges relate to a period between 14 August 2024 and 16 February 2025, police say.
After seven breathless days of diplomatic hurly burly, we have a clearer idea of the US president's global ideology - and the limits of his 'art of a deal'.
Martyn Sadler, Jennie Logan and David Chester died in the fire at the Bicester Motion business park.
Trump accused Comey of using the seashells to incite the president's assassination "loud and clear".
A BBC reporter's trip to Madrid was going smoothly until she landed and things unravelled.
Monday's summit may not rewrite the Brexit agreement but the government hopes it might smooth a few wrinkles, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
Staff say they are often unable to teach as large groups of students roam the school.
Over four days on the stand, Cassie Ventura became the star witness in the trial against the rapper and music mogul.
Doom is one of the most well-known series in gaming but it still has to work to find new players.
The R&B star and a second man have both been charged over an alleged assault at a London nightclub.
Thousands of people will be affected if Brockwell Park's festivals are called off, the NTIA warns.
The Royal Family shared a video of the performance by The Band of the Irish Guards on X.
The inmates ripped a toilet from the wall and escaped through a hole before running across a highway.
One of the men, who dived overboard, was arrested eight hours later wandering around barefoot, NCA says.
Meet the five artists who are tipped to take the Eurovision trophy, as Saturday's final draws near.
The chief magistrate rules Japan has a case to extradite Kaine Wright and Joe Chappell.
Authorities say they never allowed Jimmy Donaldson to film at pyramid heritage sites for profit.
Jamie Roberts says he is ready to become a doctor and complete his medical training in the NHS.
The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at how world leaders are responding to Israel's blockade of Gaza.
The public antivenom programme saving lives in a place where, the joke goes, everything wants to kill you.
Peter Wilson says his wife Beverly Sand, who had terminal cancer, took her own life in 2022.
Jessica Thorpe on her five-year fight after a patient lied by claiming she was carrying his baby.
First Moon samples collected in nearly 50 years and loaned by China for the first time are now in the UK.
Andrew Norfolk's work revealed a pattern of abuse which led to changes in the law around convictions.
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And, an emergency press conference after its revealed prisons are at 99% capacity.
Casandra Ventura has taken the stand as the prosecution's key witness in Diddy's trial
Can Crystal Palace beat seven-time winners Manchester City to claim their first FA Cup?
Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner eyes history with a first trophy in the FA Cup against Manchester City - and is already breaking records at the club.
A furious Shane Lowry lashed out at the course and Tyrrell Hatton swore at his own club as tempers frayed at the US PGA Championship.
The "peaceful" garden includes colourful, sweet-smelling flowers and an area for under-fives.
There will be an additional service between Shrewsbury and Birmingham, among other changes.
There are watch parties happening across the West Midlands this evening.
Estate managers say humane traps were used to control squirrels and apologise for any upset.
Fire crews arrive to find flames coming through the roof and windows, and billowing black smoke.
The developers will now look to cut the number of homes and lodge another application for Tibberton.
The French feline travels three countries and seven counties, in a 1,200-mile round trip.
Parents write to health bosses because the cash is no longer specifically for mother and baby care.
Men Walking & Talking was founded in Telford and now has 35 groups across 16 counties.
The fires follow a long spell of dry weather, and prolonged dry winds coming from the east.
Bailey Thompson said she was inspired by the midwives who looked after her family when her daughter was born prematurely.
A post-mortem report into the deaths of two swans is posted online in a bid to combat rumours.
Nicholas Peacock, convicted of misconduct last year, is serving an 18 month jail sentence.
Dawn Husemann says Reform UK will be a hard-working group on Shropshire Council.
Shrewsbury Town sign Doncaster Rovers defender Tom Anderson on a two-year deal.
Shrewsbury Town and Stoke City pay tribute to their former manager Chic Bates after his death at the age of 75.
Liam Davies is returning to the sport on Saturday after suffering his first defeat.
Relegated Shrewbury Town release eight players including midfielder Jordan Shipley, defender Aaron Pierre and goalkeeper Jamal Blackman following their drop into League Two for next season.
AFC Telford boss Kevin Wilkin says promotion back to National League North will take time to "sink in" after their 4-2 win over Kettering in play-off final.
Last month a car ploughed through the window of a shop in Oswestry.
The person who'll run Shropshire Council for the next four years has been revealed.
Pupils at Lakelands School in Ellesmere have been marking the 80th Anniversary of VE Day.
May 8th 1945, Ellesmere's Sally Baggelly travelled to London for the celebrations.
Ceri-Lee Galvin was sexually abused by her father.
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2. A legacy of compassion and courage. Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, passed away at the age of 88, leaving a lasting legacy of humility, compassion, and courageous leadership. Elected in 2013 as the first pope from the Americas and the first Jesuit pope, he brought a fresh, human touch to the papacy. Throughout his tenure, he championed the poor, promoted social justice, and made environmental stewardship a moral priority. His leadership, marked by simplicity and a focus on mercy over judgment, opened the Catholic Church to a more inclusive and compassionate future. Pope Francis urged dialogue across faiths and cultures and confronted global challenges with courage and grace. In a time of division and uncertainty, he remained a powerful voice for peace, dignity, and hope. His influence extended far beyond the Church and will continue to shape the world for generations to come. Editor
3. IMF slashes UK growth forecast. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered its forecast for UK economic growth in 2025, cutting it from 1.6% to 1.1%. The downgrade comes amid growing concerns about a potential global trade war and rising inflation, which the IMF says pose serious threats to the UK economy. In addition to the UK revision, the IMF also reduced its global growth forecast by 0.5 percentage points to 2.8%, citing uncertainty over current U.S. trade policies. Despite the downgrade, Chancellor Rachel Reeves pointed out that the UK is still expected to be the fastest-growing G7 economy in Europe next year. Sky News
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5. Does it still pay to work 9–5? For decades, the 9–5 workday was seen as the foundation of a stable, successful career. Hard work, overtime, and loyalty to an employer were often rewarded with promotions, security, and status. But times are changing. Many Gen Z employees are pushing back against traditional expectations, saying no to overtime, and embracing “quiet quitting” — doing their job well, but refusing to sacrifice their personal time. They prioritise balance, well-being, and flexibility over climbing the corporate ladder at all costs. In a world where technology enables remote work and new career paths, does the old 9–5 model still pay off? Or are new ways of working now the smarter path to success and happiness? We’d love to know what you think in this week’s poll. VOTE HERE
6. How are your New Year’s goals holding up? At TEN LTD, we believe leadership isn’t about how you start - it’s about how you finish. Back on 31 January, we shared 10 ways leaders stay on track with their goals. If your Q1 review shows you’re off course, don’t worry - this is the perfect time to reset and recommit. The ten leadership habits still apply, such as focus on systems, not just outcomes, reconnect with your purpose, celebrate small wins, adjust without drama, and more. Great leadership is built in moments like this - not when it’s easy, but when it’s necessary. We know first-hand: energy fades, distractions creep in, but the leaders who stick to the plan - and keep adapting - are the ones who win the long game. You can revisit the full article here: READ MORE 7. Word’s busiest international airports. London's Heathrow was the world's second busiest international airport in 2024, handling 79.2 million passengers, a 5.7% increase from the previous year, according to Airports Council International. Amsterdam's Schiphol ranked fifth, with 66.8 million passengers, followed by Paris, Charles de Gaulle on 64.5 million. Dubai International Airport maintained its position as the world's busiest for international travel in 2024, handling 92.3 million passengers. Including domestic travel, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson in the US was the world's busiest, recording 108.1 million passengers. The report noted a strong global travel rebound, with total passenger traffic rising 9% to 9.5 billion, surpassing pre-pandemic levels by 3.8%. CBS 8. Cancellations up, prices up, spirits down. It’s been a rough ride for Britain’s rail passengers - or rather, a rough wait on the platform. New figures from the Office of Rail and Road reveal that train cancellations have jumped 13% year-on-year, with a staggering 384,000 services partly or fully cancelled in the 12 months to April. That’s over 1,000 trains a day that just didn’t fancy turning up. Adding insult to injury, March saw ticket prices rise by 4.6%, meaning commuters are now paying more for the privilege of going absolutely nowhere. Rail bosses assure us they’re working hard to improve the service - presumably by cancelling trains even faster. With figures like these, it’s starting to feel like the only thing arriving on time these days is passenger frustration. Editor 9. Britons still judging accents. Turns out, it’s not what you say - it’s how you say it. A new YouGov poll of almost 5,000 adults found that 68% of Britons believe a person’s accent impacts how they’re treated and the opportunities they get. One in five reckons it makes a “great deal” of difference, while a plucky 4% live in a fantasy land where accents don’t matter at all. As someone who once endured Royal Navy elocution lessons before being unleashed on the fleet flagship, I can confirm: the right vowels can open doors - or at least stop them being slammed in your face. One moment you’re shouting “Aye aye!” like a pirate, the next you’re suavely requesting “more vol-au-vents on the quarterdeck.” So if you ever wonder why life feels like an uphill struggle, it might just be your Rs, not your CV. Editor 10. The bottom line. Government borrowing for the year ending in March hit £151.9bn, the Office for National Statistics said, nearly £15bn above forecasts. It is an increase of £20.9bn from the year before. Borrowing for March also slightly overshot expectations. UK public debt now stands at 95.8% of GDP, levels not seen since the 1960s. BBC |
We have yet to hear of the ‘Silver Curtain’ two stage armistice solution to the Ukrainian conflict. It is very simple and non-violent and can be applied at any stage of any war.
Stage one:. When a violent incursion occurs a silver curtain of total predetermined economic, sporting and political sanctions drops down between the aggressor nation and the rest of the law abiding world.
Stage two: When the aggressor retreats to the previously defined border the curtain is raised. The lifting of the Silver curtain could also be subject to the full payment of reparations and any outstand war crime cases being heard in The Hague
Crucially the sanctions are applied unilaterally by the free world and would not be linked to any peace negotiations which may or may not be equitably to either party.
What is different from the present sanctions? Putin does not know that the Silver Curtain sanctions would continue into the peace and last until he retreats. Potentially this could go on decades or until the Russian people weary of him or them.
Surely war must never be allowed to pay. Aggressive expansionist nations such a Russia and China have to know that they cannot win a war in the long term.
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