Kenya's Sabastian Sawe becomes first person to run marathon in less than two hours
Sabastian Sawe smashed the men’s world record by 65 seconds in winning the London Marathon in one hour, 59 minutes and 30 seconds on Sunday.
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Who is Cole Allen? What we know about White House press dinner shooting suspect
The man arrested in the shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner, attended by US President Donald Trump, has been identified by US media as a mechanical engineer from California.
Latest news bulletin | April 26th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 26th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Germany suspects Russia of Signal phishing attacks targeting politicians
Russia has often been accused of carrying out cyberattacks and acts of sabotage across Europe, allegations that Moscow has repeatedly denied.
Security video appears to show suspect running towards White House correspondents' dinner
Security footage posted by President Donald Trump on social media appears to show the shooting suspect running toward White House Correspondents' dinner. Moments later, officials evacuated the area as gunshots were reported outside the ballroom.
Striking souvenir from 2nd century AD Hadrian's Wall in UK found in Spain
Researchers from the CSIC and the National Archaeological Museum have published a study of the 'Berlanga cup', an exceptional Roman piece from the 2nd century AD made in Britain and found in Soria. It's the only one of its kind with data from the eastern flank of Hadrian's Wall.
Moment Trump rushed to safety as gunshots heard at White House Correspondents' Dinner
US President Donald Trump was quickly escorted to safety from the White House Correspondents' Dinner after gunshots were heard at the venue.
Trump evacuated after shots fired near White House Correspondents' Dinner
Following the incident, US President Donald Trump posted a picture of the alleged suspect who reportedly opened fire near the ballroom where the annual Correspondents' Dinner was being held.
This 9-seat plane takes off in 50 meters. Norway hopes it will connect people in remote areas
Flying directly across terrain and waterways, the new hybrid aeroplane will “dramatically reduce travel times,” according to the partners of the Norwegian project.
‘Nature has performed a factory reset’: Chernobyl has flourished into an unlikely wildlife refuge
On the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl nuclear disaster, the site remains too dangerous for humans – but wildlife has moved back in.
Opinions divided across UK on historic anti-smoking law
The UK is moving ahead with a landmark plan to ban cigarette sales for anyone born after 2008, aiming to create a 'smoke-free generation'. Public reaction is mixed: some welcome it as a good step for public health, while others raise concerns about personal freedom.
Europe fuel prices before the Iran war and after the ceasefire: Where did they rise most?
Fuel prices in Europe rose rapidly following the US–Israel strike on Iran and peaked shortly afterwards. While prices declined moderately after the ceasefire, both diesel and petrol remain notably higher than pre-strike levels.
Latest news bulletin | April 26th, 2026 – Morning
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New hotels in Japan: The standout openings to book in 2026
From Kyoto heritage stays to a converted prison in Nara, Japan’s newest hotels reflect a shift towards design, identity and experience-led travel.
BBC visits Chernobyl ghost city 40 years after world's worst nuclear accident
The BBC's Jessica Parker visits Pripyat, which was abandoned in 1986 after an explosion at the nearby Chernobyl nuclear power plant.
Orbán steps down from Hungarian parliament after landslide defeat
The outgoing prime minister will not take up his seat after leading his party back into opposition.
Palestinians vote in West Bank and central Gaza municipal elections, the first since war started
The elections, held in the Israeli-occupied West Bank and in Gaza's Deir al-Balah, are taking place against the backdrop of a highly volatile political and security environment.
Hope in Gaza as 300 couples get married at one time
The 300 couples were selected in a draw of nearly 2,000 people to be a part of the joint celebration.
Latest news bulletin | April 25th, 2026 – Evening
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Drone crashes in Romania as Russia strikes neighbouring Ukraine
Two British fighter jets were scrambled and 200 people were evacuated on Saturday after a drone crashed in Romania during a barrage of Russian strikes on its neighbour Ukraine.
Russian strikes kill at least seven and injure dozens across Ukraine
Most of those killed and injured in Russian overnight attacks were in the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro, where an attack killed at least five and injured more than 30.