The statement reiterated China’s stance that is open to talks, but also that Beijing is determined to fight if it must.

South Korea is holding an early presidential election on June 3 after conservative president Yoon Suk Yeol was ousted over his imposition of martial law. Mr Han had been appointed prime minister, the ...

Just four votes are thought to separate Reform and Labour in a seat which Sir Keir Starmer’s party held with a majority of almost 14,700 in 2024.

Detailed army plans for a potential military parade on US President Donald Trump’s birthday in June call for more than 6,600 soldiers, at least 150 vehicles, 50 helicopters, seven bands and possibly a ...

The strike came after days of clashes between pro-Syrian government gunmen and fighters who belong to the Druze minority sect.

The criminal case against comedian and actor Russell Brand is set to be heard in court after he was charged with sexual offences, including rape. Brand was charged by post last month with one count ...

Miriam Haley, giving evidence for a third day at Weinstein’s retrial, was grilled about her decision to hire a lawyer and go ...

The parents of children with Dravet syndrome taking part in a clinical trial at Sheffield Children’s Hospital have reported life-changing results.

US President Donald Trump’s tariffs were a common factor in demonstrations across the world to honour International Workers’ ...

The Supreme Court ruling on gender has been interpreted to mean that transgender women can be excluded from female toilets.

National Fire Chiefs Council urges legal duty for fire crews to respond to water emergencies after boy, 16, drowned.

Figures show that the number of working-age adults in England claiming health-related benefits has risen by about 40 ...