Formula 1

Motor racing-Mercedes in 'no-man's land', says Hamilton

IMOLA, Italy (Reuters) - Mercedes are in 'no-man's land', seven times world champion Lewis Hamilton said after finishing Sunday's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix sixth and 35 seconds behind Red Bull's race winner Max Verstappen. Team mate George Russell came seventh and Mercedes have fallen further behind in the Formula One constructors' standings -- fourth overall on 79 points while third-placed

Anti-tourist protests could bring busy airport to a ‘standstill’ during summer holidays

Anti-tourist protests could bring busy airport to a ‘standstill’ during summer holidays - A ‘citizen’s assembly’ discussed the next steps in the island’s fight against mass tourism

Family of Black boy, 16, sent to electric chair in 1930 and exonerated in 2022 sues county that prosecuted him

Family of Black boy, 16, sent to electric chair in 1930 and exonerated in 2022 sues county that prosecuted him - Alexander McClay Williams was convicted of murder in the October 1930 icepick stabbing of a white woman in her cottage on grounds of reform school

'Yellowstone’ finally begins production on the end of season 5

The final episodes of 'Yellowstone' are set to premiere in November

Ross Barkley set to join Premier League club after Luton relegation

Big resurgence for the former Chelsea star!

Oil little changed after death of Iran's president, Saudi king's ill health

By Natalie Grover LONDON (Reuters) - Oil prices steadied on Monday amid political uncertainty in major producing countries after Iran's president died in a helicopter crash and Saudi Arabia's crown prince deferred a trip to Japan on account of his father, the king's, health. Brent was down 24 cents at $83.74 a barrel by 0958 GMT. The U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for June, set to

Helicopter crash could reverberate across the Middle East, where Iran's influence runs wide and deep

Helicopter crash could reverberate across the Middle East, where Iran's influence runs wide and deep - The apparent crash of a helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the country’s foreign minister and other officials is likely to reverberate across the Middle East

Jet2 flight 'goes into lockdown' heading from Spain to UK

The airline confirmed that Port Health officials boarded flight LS302 to investigate the situation

'Possessed' nun's 17th-century 'letter from the devil' has finally been deciphered

On 11 August 1676, a 31-year-old nun was found on the floor of her convent cell, her face doused in ink, clutching a note scrawled in an unintelligible mix of symbols and letters. The sister, named Maria Crocifissa della Concezione, said the letter was penned by the devil himself, in a bid to get her to turn away from God towards evil, according to...

Tributes pour in as 90s nu-metal drummer dies aged 53

London pupils win 'life changing' scholarships to top US universities

London pupils win 'life changing' scholarships to top US universities - Three girls from one of the capital’s most deprived boroughs win scholarships worth £1million between them for Harvard and Princeton

Trump trial live: Hush money judge clears the courtroom after defense witness ‘stares him down’

Trump trial live: Hush money judge clears the courtroom after defense witness ‘stares him down’ - Judge Juan Merchan says closing arguments will now take place next week

Taylor Swift stops acoustic set to help fans needing medical attention during concert

Taylor Swift is being praised after stopping her acoustic set to check in on fans that needed help. In a clip shared to Twitter/X, Swift pauses her set, asking into the microphone, "Someone in the front row, can you tell me yes or no to this question: When you guys are putting a bunch of flashlights up in a group, does that mean people need help?" ...

Fact check: New Yorker article about Lucy Letby is not available in the UK for legal reasons

Fact check: New Yorker article about Lucy Letby is not available in the UK for legal reasons - The magazine said it was following ‘a court order’ when it limited access to an article about the convicted murderer in the UK.

Gold surges to record high after Iran’s president killed in crash

Gold jumped to fresh record highs after Iran’s president was killed in a helicopter crash. Bullion jumped as much as 1.1pc to hit $2,440.59 an ounce after Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and all the other passengers onboard died when the aircraft came down in northwest Iran. His death has added to tensions ...

Now video game giant is buyout target: £2bn deal for London-listed firm

The board of Aim-listed Keywords Studios yesterday said it would accept a £2bn offer from Swedish buyout giant EQT.

Russian attack on recreational base near Kharkiv: Death toll rises to 7

The death toll has risen to 7 after Russia attacked a recreation center near Kharkiv, according to the head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration Oleh Syniehubov. "Units of the diving service of the SES (State Emergency Service - ed.) in the village of Cherkaska Lozova found fragments of a man's body. The data is being established," Synie...

Aftermath of Russian strike on Kharkiv

Russia's latest offensive in the Kharkiv region has further stretched Ukraine's outmanned and outgunned forces.

Scarlett Johansson says she was ‘shocked’ and ‘angered’ by ChatGPT voice ‘imitation’

Scarlett Johansson says she was ‘shocked’ and ‘angered’ by ChatGPT voice ‘imitation’ - The ‘Black Widow’ star revealed that she had previously been approached by OpenAI chief executive officer Sam Altman

Ukraine says it downs 28 out of 29 drones launched by Russia overnight

KYIV (Reuters) - Ukrainian forces shot down 28 out of 29 drones used by Russian forces in an overnight attack on seven regions, Ukraine’s air force said in a statement on Tuesday. The drone attack damaged four private residences, 25 trucks and buses in Kharkiv, injuring five people, according to the region's governor Oleh Syniehubov and Ukrainian Internal Affairs Ministry's statements on the

Infected Blood disaster was no accident, says Sir Brian Langstaff

Rugby’s concussion lawsuit will not go to trial until 2025 at earliest

A trial date in the concussion lawsuit involving dozens of players including World Cup winners Steve Thompson, Phil Vickery and Mark Regan against rugby union’s authorities will not be set until 2025 at the earliest. On Monday at the Royal Courts of Justice, Senior Master Cook rejected an application for a group litigation order (GLO) as he admonis...

At least 150 dead in flash floods triggered by heavy rain

Water company’s response to Brixham parasite outbreak is ‘contemptible’ – MP

Water company’s response to Brixham parasite outbreak is ‘contemptible’ – MP - Conservative MP Anthony Mangnall said South West Water had failed to ‘safeguard public health’.

'Extraordinary' results after device causing 'strange sensation' trialled on paralysed people

A device that sends an electrical "buzz" through the skin could allow people who were paralysed several decades ago to regain movement in their arms and hands.

Planning rules waived for farm shops under ‘Clarkson clause’

Farmers are now allowed to convert disused agricultural buildings into homes and shops without planning permission under a new “Clarkson’s clause”. The Government has cut red tape to allow farmers to more easily diversify their businesses by putting old buildings to new uses. The reforms are inspired by Jeremy Clarkson’s battles with West Oxfordshi...

Map reveals where thunderstorms will strike parts of the UK tomorrow

If you’re reading this and live in the UK, you already know what we’re about to say: don’t forget to bring an umbrella tomorrow. The skies above Scotland and Northern Ireland are set to be filled with purple, lilac and green lights as people get a second chance to see the aurora borealis. Life, however, is all about balance. Expect gloomy grey skie...

Kate Middleton makes ‘return’ as she issues first major update on project since cancer diagnosis

Kate Middleton makes ‘return’ as she issues first major update on project since cancer diagnosis - The video on mental health was produced by the Prince and Princess of Wales

Case against Assange is ‘offensive’, his wife says after bid to appeal granted

The full appeal is now expected to take place later this year.

Theatre director and playwright go on trial in 'absurd' case over 2020 play

A theatre director and a playwright have appeared in court accused of justifying terrorism with a play they first staged in Moscow back in 2020.

Manchester United 2024/25 kit: When new home, away and third kits will be released and available

Some Premier League teams have already begun releasing their kits for next season but Man Utd are yet to unveil any new strips.

Hit BBC series returning to screens 36 years after first air date

ATP Rankings: Novak Djokovic to spend birthday at No 1, Zverev at highest since 2022, Chileans on the march

This way for your latest ATP Rankings.

Former South Africa president banned from running in election

South Africa's former president Jacob Zuma has been banned from running in the country's election next week because of a previous criminal conviction.

Deadly Texan storm leaves 1,000,000 without power

How Demi Moore became a new fashion darling at 61

At the Cannes Film Festival, iconic actresses always command the spotlight. Brigitte Bardot, Grace Kelly, Catherine Deneuve, Jane Birkin, Sharon Stone, Cate Blanchett, to name some, have, in previous years, made global headlines basking in the paparazzi’s glow at the world’s most glamorous film festival. Now, it is Demi Moore’s turn. That was decid...

Ukraine President Zelenskiy speaks to Reuters in exclusive interview

KYIV (Reuters) - President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told Reuters in an exclusive interview in Kyiv on Monday that Ukraine's Western allies were taking too long to make decisions on military support for his country. Following are key quotes from the interview: ON BATTLEFIELD "A very powerful wave (of fighting) is going on in the Donbas." ON KHARKIV INCURSION "Today the situation is under control. A

Rio Ferdinand names Man Utd star 'who shouldn't be at the club' anymore

United's miserable league season came to an end on Sunday.

Labour lead over Tories falls as economy recovers

Labour’s lead over the Tories has fallen as the public sees greater signs of economic recovery, according to a new poll. The latest Ipsos poll, conducted between May 8 and 14, put Labour on 41 per cent and the Conservatives on 20 per cent – cutting Labour’s lead from 25 points to 21. Labour was down by three points and the Tories were up by one poi...

Duke of Westminster: Billionaire Hugh Grosvenor set for ‘society wedding of the year’ with William as usher

Duke of Westminster: Billionaire Hugh Grosvenor set for ‘society wedding of the year’ with William as usher - Grosvenor, 33, has a net worth of £10.1 billion

First look at Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey in The Last of Us season 2

We're so excited for this

'Now world knows about cover-up'

A report has found the infected blood scandal was 'no accident', it concludes, with 'downright deception' by the government and the NHS.

The poisonous problem that could spark the Premier League’s downfall

The poisonous problem that could spark the Premier League’s downfall - 2023/24 REVIEW: The Premier League endured a farcical situation with multiple clubs suffering points deductions, writes Miguel Delaney, and change is needed to avoid European rivals bridging the gap to ‘the best league in the world’

Sing falsetto, skip the chorus: How ageing rock stars keep their voices in shape

Following an appearance at a house-full Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, on April 19 2022, Jon Bon Jovi did something he rarely does – he read the subsequent review in the city’s leading newspaper. Long aware that his band, Bon Jovi, are the kind of outfit beloved of millions of people rather than a smaller constituency of broadsheet music crit...

Oleksandr Usyk to be stripped of world title after Tyson Fury victory

Oleksandr Usyk is the new undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, but he is set to be stripped of the IBF title ahead of his rematch with Tyson Fury

'Devastated' staff made redundant as popular food court set to close for five months

Three major food vendors have reportedly been asked to leave

'Squid Game' season 2: Everything we know so far

All the info on the second season of the hit Netflix series from South Korea

Attempt on Fico's life: Doctors on Slovak prime minister's condition

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico remains under medical supervision at the F.D. Roosevelt University Hospital in Banská Bystrica, citing Aktuality. On Monday morning, Roosevelt Hospital provided a brief statement about the current condition of Prime Minister Robert Fico. "After today's consultation, the patient's condition is stable. His clinical c...

Father 'relieved' as daughter's body returns to Israel

Sky's Alistair Bunkall spoke to Shani's father Nissim.

Ian Wright says goodbye to Match Of The Day – and nearly reduces Lineker and Shearer to tears

Ian Wright has left Match of the Day with an emotional send off in which Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer came close to tears. Telegraph Sport understands that Wright had been close to leaving Match of the Day two years ago, the demands on his time too much every Saturday, but was persuaded to stay on by Lineker and Shearer. When they said they would ...