10 h. ago Ukrainian man claims he climbed Everest from sea level to summit in record four days

Ushakov slept at home in a hypoxic tent that simulates high-altitude conditions before heading to Nepal

Politics

15 h. ago British MP makes history as he scales Everest just five days after leaving London using gas to help acclimatise for ascent that usually takes two months

A British minister has climbed to the summit of Mount Everest in just five days, thanks to a special gas that dramatically cut his prep time and allowed him to make a record-breaking ascent. 

Society

29 h. ago Harvard says Trump administration’s block on international student enrollment ‘unlawful’ – US politics live

In a major escalation between Trump and Harvard, homeland security secretary Kristi Noem says move to halt enrollment should ‘serve as a warning’Trump administration halts Harvard’s ability to enroll international studentsIsrael’s foreign minister, Gideon Sa’ar, has accused unnamed European officials of “toxic antisemitic incitement” he blamed for a hostile climate in which the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington took place, Reuters reports.Israel has faced a blizzard of criticism from Europe of late as it has intensified its military campaign in Gaza, where humanitarian groups have warned that an 11-week Israeli blockade on aid supplies has left the Palestinian territory on the brink of famine. Continue reading...

Society

30 h. ago Trump administration halts Harvard’s ability to enroll international students – live

In a major escalation between Trump and Harvard, homeland security secretary Kristi Noem says move should ‘serve as a warning’Israel’s foreign minister, Gideon Sa’ar, has accused unnamed European officials of “toxic antisemitic incitement” he blamed for a hostile climate in which the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington took place, Reuters reports.Israel has faced a blizzard of criticism from Europe of late as it has intensified its military campaign in Gaza, where humanitarian groups have warned that an 11-week Israeli blockade on aid supplies has left the Palestinian territory on the brink of famine. Continue reading...

Society

35 h. ago More than 9,000 children treated for malnutrition in Gaza, says Unicef – Middle East crisis live

Figures come as Palestinian health minister says there have been 29 ‘starvation-related’ deaths in the last few daysIsraeli foreign minister Gideon Saar accused unnamed European officials on Thursday of “toxic antisemitic incitement” he blamed for a hostile climate in which the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staff members in Washington DC took place.Israel has faced criticism from Europe as it has intensified its military campaign in Gaza, where humanitarian groups have warned that an 11-week Israeli blockade on aid supplies has left the Palestinian territory on the brink of famine.There is a direct line connecting antisemitic and anti-Israel incitement to this murder.This incitement is also done by leaders and officials of many countries and organisations, especially from Europe.These libels about genocide, crimes against humanity and murdering babies pave the way exactly for such murders. Continue reading...

Society

37 h. ago Israeli army issues evacuation warning for 14 areas in northern Gaza – Middle East crisis live

AFP says army released statement in Arabic claiming it was ‘operating with intense force’ in a number of areasIsraeli foreign minister Gideon Saar accused unnamed European officials on Thursday of “toxic antisemitic incitement” he blamed for a hostile climate in which the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staff members in Washington DC took place.Israel has faced criticism from Europe as it has intensified its military campaign in Gaza, where humanitarian groups have warned that an 11-week Israeli blockade on aid supplies has left the Palestinian territory on the brink of famine.There is a direct line connecting antisemitic and anti-Israel incitement to this murder.This incitement is also done by leaders and officials of many countries and organisations, especially from Europe.These libels about genocide, crimes against humanity and murdering babies pave the way exactly for such murders. Continue reading...

Events

38 h. ago Peppa Pig family accused of 'child exploitation' as they somehow pay £10k Lindo Wing fee

Peppa Pig and her family welcomed a new addition this week, but the announcement has left many wondering just how the cartoon creatures got their assumed wealth

Economics

39 h. ago This has been Scotland's sunniest spring ever and it is not even over yet

There may be over a week left before we hit the summer months, but Scots have already seen more hours of spring sunshine than ever before.

Politics

44 h. ago Israeli politician critiques the Gaza war's toll on Palestinians and sparks an outcry

An Israeli center-left opposition party leader and former general sparked an outcry this week when he made rare criticism of the toll of the war on Palestinian civilians in Gaza

Politics

56 h. ago Tom Cruise ridiculed for the VERY unusual way he eats popcorn: 'It is freaking me out!'

After an outing last week, many were left gobsmacked over the unique way he munches on the popular cinema snack.

Politics

60 h. ago A renowned mountain guide puts clients on Everest summit less than a week after they left London

An expert mountain guide has put four of his clients on top of Mount Everest less than a week after they left London, one of the fastest ascents on record of the world’s highest peak

Politics

3 d. ago Fury as residents left 'trapped' in iconic London tower block after the lifts break for nearly a week

Those living on the top floor of the Grade II listed Balfron Tower have had to trek 84 metres up and down stairs - the height of 17 double-decker London buses - every time they need to leave their homes.

Politics

3 d. ago Southampton close in on appointment of Will Still as head coach

Englishman has just left Ligue 1 side LensSaints host Arsenal in final game of the seasonSouthampton are accelerating plans to appoint Will Still as their head coach. If Saints make sufficient progress in the coming days, they hope the 32-year-old will be in the stands when they host Arsenal on Sunday. Still, born in Belgium to English parents, left the Ligue 1 side Lens last week citing personal reasons and a desire to be closer to family in England. He took his steps into coaching at Preston’s academy, during an internship from a college course, but has spent all of his professional career in Belgium and France, also working at Sint-Truiden, Beerschot, Lierse and Reims. Continue reading...

Politics

3 d. ago Southampton hope to appoint Will Still as head coach before Arsenal game

Englishman has just left Ligue 1 side LensSaints host Gunners in final game of the seasonSouthampton are accelerating plans to appoint Will Still as their head coach. If Saints make sufficient progress in the coming days, they hope the 32-year-old will be in the stands when they host Arsenal on Sunday. Still, born in Belgium to English parents, left the Ligue 1 side Lens last week citing personal reasons and a desire to be closer to family in England. He took his steps into coaching at Preston’s academy, during an internship from a college course, but has spent all of his professional career in Belgium and France, also working at Sint-Truiden, Beerschot, Lierse and Reims. Continue reading...

Sport

3 d. ago This British climber has climbed Mount Everest 19 times. Now he wants to do it again

The 51-year-old scaled the 8,849-metre (29,032-foot) peak on Sunday along with several other climbers

Politics

3 d. ago ITV Coronation Street spoilers as Eileen devastated at funeral and criminal plan exposed

Coronation Street is set for another dramatic week in Weatherfield with Eileen Grimshaw left devastated at Julie's funeral as a criminal plan is exposed and her son returns

Events

3 d. ago Hollyoaks legend sparks exit fears as fans say 'it makes perfect sense'

Hollyoaks spoilers have revealed that five characters will be left in danger next week as the Channel 4 soap's exploitation storyline comes to a dramatic conclusion

Politics

3 d. ago Four ITV Emmerdale spoilers for week ahead as one villager gets devastating news

Emmerdale is set to air dramatic scenes this week with one character left with devastating news, and John and Aaron's wedding is left hanging in the balance.

Politics

3 d. ago BBC EastEnders confirms 'victims' of car smash as they fight for survival

EastEnders spoilers have confirmed that a number of residents will be involved in a horror car crash stunt next week, with a number of lives left hanging in the balance

Events

5 d. ago British climber sets new record with 19th Everest summit, the most by any non

A British mountain guide has scaled Mount Everest for the 19th time, breaking his own record for the most ascents of the world’s highest mountain by a non-Sherpa guide

Politics