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The Papers: Epstein files photo 'bombshell' and 'Iran war spirals'

Sat, 14/03/2026 - 01:27
The Middle East war and a photo Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor with Jeffrey Epstein and Peter Mandelson dominate Saturday's front pages.

Watch: Why Kharg Island is a lifeline for Iran

Sat, 14/03/2026 - 01:21
BBC Security Brief's Mikey Kay breaks down why Kharg Island is so strategically important for Tehran.

More US Marines and warships to be moved to Middle East, reports say

Sat, 14/03/2026 - 00:53
The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner.

Is Dubai's glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so

Sat, 14/03/2026 - 00:02
Dubai has been seen as a safe haven by expats, tourists and influencers - but that's now being tested.

She spent 16 hours on Instagram in a day. It's up to a jury to decide if Meta is to blame

Sat, 14/03/2026 - 00:02
A landmark lawsuit will set the stage for thousands of people who say social media platforms are intentionally addictive.

She spent 16 hours a day on Instagram. It's up to a jury to decide if Meta is to blame

Sat, 14/03/2026 - 00:02
A landmark lawsuit will set the stage for thousands of people who say social media platforms are intentionally addictive.

How the Iran war exposed cracks in Trump's Republican coalition

Sat, 14/03/2026 - 00:02
The president's most dedicated supporters are on his side - but significant numbers of Republicans have serious doubts.

Wood 'improving' but thinking of life after cricket

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 23:19
England bowler Mark Wood says his injured knee is improving but admits he has started thinking about life after cricket for the first time.

Wood 'improving' but thinking of life after cricket

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 23:19
England bowler Mark Wood says his injured knee is improving but admits he has started thinking about life after cricket for the first time.

'Tigers and flies': Millions of officials later, why is Xi's corruption purge still going?

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 23:08
Critics say Xi's purges reveal a ruthless drive for absolute loyalty and total control of the military.

Xi's anti-corruption drive began 14 years ago. Why are the purges still going?

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 23:08
Critics say Xi's purges reveal a ruthless drive for absolute loyalty and total control of the military.

Why do Glasgow's historic buildings keep catching fire?

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 22:52
The fire that devastated a building on Union Street is the latest in a series of blazes to strike the city's historic sites.

We're not profiteering on fuel. But my staff still face abuse

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 22:42
Independent retailer Goran Raven says the higher oil price is "horrific" for him as well as his customers.

'We're not profiteering on fuel. But my staff still face abuse'

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 22:42
Independent retailer Goran Raven says the higher oil price is "horrific" for him as well as his customers.

Ethics adviser rejects Tory call for inquiry into PM over Mandelson appointment

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 22:17
Sir Laurie Magnus said the relevant process appeared to have been followed when Lord Mandelson was made ambassador.

Ethics adviser rejects Tory call for inquiry into PM over Mandelson appointment

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 22:17
Sir Laurie Magnus said the relevant process appeared to have been followed when Lord Mandelson was made ambassador.

Ethics adviser rejects Tory call for inquiry into PM over Mandelson appointment

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 22:17
Sir Laurie Magnus said the relevant process appeared to have been followed when Lord Mandelson was made ambassador.

Under drone fire, exiled Kurds wait to confront Iranian regime

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 22:02
A group of fighters based in Iraq say they are "ready to go home", as they face drone attacks from Tehran.

Pink Floyd guitar sold for record-breaking $14.6m

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 21:50
The guitar was used by David Gilmour on some of Pink Floyd's best-known albums, including Dark Side of the Moon.

Pink Floyd guitar sold for record-breaking $14.6m

Fri, 13/03/2026 - 21:50
The guitar was used by David Gilmour on some of Pink Floyd's best-known albums, including Dark Side of the Moon.

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