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Scotland has suffered nearly 7,000 days of failure under SNP, Findlay says
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'King Charles' triumph during US state visit may create new dawn for Trump relations'
The Mirror's royal editor Russell Myers believes that over a few short days standing alongside President Trump in the United States, the King has paved the way for the US to mend its fractured relationship with the UK
Trump says there is possibility U.S. could strike Iran again
Trump says there is possibility U.S. could strike Iran again
States scramble to redistrict after Supreme Court limits Voting Rights Act
Alabama and Tennessee are the latest states rushing to redraw congressional districts after a Supreme Court ruling that further weakens the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Nikole Killion reports.
Trump says U.S. Navy is "sort of like pirates" in Strait of Hormuz
President Trump compared the U.S. Navy to pirates, as it enforces the blockade of Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. also warned shipping companies that they could face penalties for paying tolls to Iran to safely pass through the critical waterway. Ramy Inocencio has more.
Man Charged in Trump dinner assassination attempt seeks end to jail suicide watch
Man Charged in Trump dinner assassination attempt seeks end to jail suicide watch
Rising oil prices cause political headache for Trump administration
Saturday marked 61 days since the start of the war with Iran, and gas prices continue to soar. Olivia Gazis reports on how rising prices are causing new political issues for President Trump.
Pete Hegseth ‘emboldened’ by firing of top military officials as he moves to ‘consolidate control’: report
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsPete Hegseth ‘emboldened’ by firing of top military officials as he moves to ‘consolidate control’: reportThe Defense Secretary remains defiant following nine hours of congressional testimony, and is now ‘more confident than ever in his job’Jasmine Fernández in Austin Saturday 02 May 2026 23:26 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmar...
Ukrainian commander claims Russia 'preparing to use tactical nuclear weapons'
A Ukrainian military commander has issued a stark nuclear war warning, claiming Russia is preparing tactical nuclear weapons for deployment as Putin looks to esculate the war.
Iran rejects long truce, seeks 30-day deal in 14-point plan to US
Iran rejects long truce seeks day deal in point plan to US
What Iran offered Trump: Hormuz reopens if US lifts blockade, nuclear talks later
What Iran offered Trump Hormuz reopens if US lifts blockade nuclear talks later
Rohit Jain appointed as RBI deputy governor
Rohit Jain, an executive director with three decades of experience at the Reserve Bank of India, has been appointed as Deputy Governor. His three-year term begins on or after May 3, 2026, succeeding T Rabi Sankar. Jain, who previously oversaw banking supervision, joins SC Murmu as an internal promotion to the DG post, with departments likely to be reshuffled.
Paul Merson tells Arsenal they have finally found their own Erling Haaland
Arsenal eased past Fulham 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday evening to reclaim control in the Premier League title race with one star being key to the Gunners’ display
Unfriendly steps of North Macedonia prevent commission’s meeting — Russian ambassador
Dmitry Zykov says North Macedonia has sided with all the EU restrictive measures against Russia since the start of the special military operation in Ukraine
Cyclist father, 29, dies after hit and run as police hunt driver and family pays tribute to 'kindest soul'
Cyclist father, 29, dies after hit and run as police hunt driver and family pays tribute to 'kindest soul'By SABRINA PENTY, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 22:54, 2 May 2026 | Updated: 22:54, 2 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Kimi Antonelli beats Max Verstappen to F1 Miami GP pole with Lando Norris fourth
Antonelli seals third straight pole in tight contestMercedes star narrowly pips Verstappen; Leclerc in thirdKimi Antonelli took pole position for the Miami Grand Prix with a strong lap, but only by narrowly beating a resurgent Max Verstappen and Red Bull into second place.Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton were in third and sixth for Ferrari, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in fourth and seventh for McLaren, while Antonelli’s Mercedes teammate George Russell could manage only fifth, four-10t...
Keir Starmer hijacks King and Queen’s royal plane in SNL UK sketch
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Prime Minister's niece selected as Labour candidate after being 'parachuted into safe seat'
The Prime Minister's niece is contesting a council seat in one of London's most reliably Labour areas. in what critics claim to be a product of nepotism.Ellie Sandover, in her mid-twenties, is running in Croydon's Bensham Manor ward on May 7, prompting accusations from frustrated local party members that she has been "parachuted into a safe Labour seat".Ms Sandover's mother, Katy Swabey, is one of the Sir Keir's three siblings, and works as a care sector nurse.It was Ms Swabey to whom Keir Starm...
Iran handed over roadmap to reach agreement to the US — news agency
According to a report by Fars, the document contains Tehran’s requirements and a "clear-cut roadmap" for reaching the agreement
Prasoon Joshi appointed as Prasar Bharati chairman
Prasoon Joshi, a renowned lyricist and communications expert, has been appointed as the new chairman of Prasar Bharati, filling a crucial leadership gap. His extensive experience in advertising, cinema, and public communication is expected to bring fresh energy and a creative voice to the public broadcaster as it embraces digital transformation and evolving audience tastes.