Signal

US warns Europe of delays to arms shipments as Iran war drains stockpiles

Financial Times · Sat 02 May, 10:51

Deferred deliveries could include those used in Ukraine’s defence against Russia

Financial Times

Trump’s Iran war leaves US with sharpest fuel shock in G7

Petrol and diesel prices are rising more swiftly in America than other major economies including the UK and Canada

Financial Times

US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in dispute over Iran conflict

Donald Trump retaliates against Friedrich Merz over chancellor’s criticism of US-Israeli war effort

Financial Times

Why markets are surging in spite of war

Even amid a supply shock, tech stocks continue to drive indices higher. Is the optimism justified?

Financial Times

The physical world strikes back

The Iran war is a reminder that geographic facts rather than digital tech shape our lives

BBC News

Some protests may need to stop, PM suggests, after calls for pause on pro-Palestinian marches

The PM tells the BBC he is concerned about the "cumulative" effect of marches on the Jewish community.

BBC News

Winners, losers and a PM on the brink - what to expect in next week's elections

Believe it or not, Thursday’s local elections aren’t just about the PM’s fate - there’s plenty more at stake.

BBC News

US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz

The decision to reduce the US deployment to Germany comes amid a row between the two allies over Iran.

BBC News

Celebrity Traitors line-up announced - 21 famous faces set to enter castle

Miranda Hart, Maya Jama, and Eastenders legend Ross Kemp are among the stars who will go head-to-head in the second...

The Economist

How to capitalise on London’s thriving financial industry

How to capitalise on London’s thriving financial industry The Economist

The Economist

The UAE doubles down on Israel and America

The UAE doubles down on Israel and America The Economist

NYT Europe

Francisco de Zurbarán: Paintings So Real, You Can Hardly Resist Believing

An exhibition of works by Francisco de Zurbarán at London’s National Gallery highlights the painter’s ability to...

NYT Europe

Shipwreck Reveals Fate of Vanished World War I Coast Guard Cutter

The Tampa disappeared in 1918 with 131 British and American personnel and civilians aboard. It was the largest...

The Telegraph

The best children’s theatre shows in London (and beyond) to book now

Looking for inspiration? Check out our picks of the best West End and other family shows – from toddlers to teenagers

The Telegraph

Lando Norris takes Miami GP sprint pole to deny Mercedes for first time in 2026

Wales

BBC Wales

Second home tax turned woman's 'dream into nightmare' but others back rules

Sally Howdle does not understand how she has ended up owning two second homes which attract a hefty bill.

BBC Wales

Matthew Rhys on his new horror-comedy and the town it is 'heavily based on'

Matthew Rhys portrays the mayor of a quaint New England town in new Apple TV series Widow's Bay.

BBC Wales

Teen who took laughing gas before driving into couple outside club guilty of murder

Shelley Davies died in hospital three weeks after Kian Bateman drove into her and her partner.

BBC Wales

Sewage having 'alarming' impact on underwater forests along UK coast

Scientists found seagrass meadows affected by sewage had far fewer small invertebrates, like crabs.

Sport

Formula 1

Race Miami GP Sun 03 May

BBC Sport · Formula

Ex-F1 driver and Paralympic cycling champion Zanardi dies

Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at the age of 59.

BBC Sport · Football

US consortium takes over Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday have announced that US consortium Arise Capital Partners has completed a takeover of the club.

BBC Sport · Boxing

Usyk helping Joshua plot path to beat Fury

Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk believes Anthony Joshua will beat Tyson Fury and has been helping him...

BBC Sport · Football

PSG and Bayern in 'different world' to Premier League teams - Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says Champions League rivals Paris St-Germain and Bayern Munich are in a "different...

The Race

Gary Anderson's memories of Alex Zanardi

Gary Anderson remembers the explosive talent of Alex Zanardi - who has died aged 59 - at the start of his F1 career

The Race

Racing legend Alex Zanardi dies aged 59

Motorsport legend Alex Zanardi has passed away aged 59

The Race

Ferrari has made halo wing legal - but expect 2027 ban

Ferrari's halo wing has made a return at Miami - but will likely only be legal this year

The Race · F1

F1 Miami GP 2026 sprint race starting grid with one demotion

Take a look at the starting grid for the second sprint race of the 2026 F1 season in Miami

Formula 1 Official

Best Qualifying bets for the Miami Grand Prix

The countdown to Qualifying is on in Miami, so we’ve hand-picked the best odds available to bettors.

Formula 1 Official

Miami Sprint predictions and betting odds analysed

We’ve picked the best bets available on the market to help you make your Miami Sprint predictions.

ESPN Cricinfo

'He wants to prove a point' - Bishop impressed with Starc's 'firepower' on IPL return

Meanwhile, Kyle Jamieson said a 'bit of planning' with Starc had gone into how to keep Jaiswal and Sooryavanshi quiet

ESPN Cricinfo

Lennox makes T20I debut as NZ bowl; Saifuddin in for Bangladesh

NZ also brought in fast bowler Ben Sears for Ben Lister in the XI

Science

New Scientist

Our verdict on Red Mars: Mostly great, with a few quibbles

The New Scientist Book Club read Kim Stanley Robinson's acclaimed science fiction story about the first settlers on...

New Scientist

Ann Leckie continues to shine with new sci-fi novel Radiant Star

Set on a planet whose population lives underground, Radiant Star is Ann Leckie's latest Radch-universe novel. Its...

New Scientist

2026 will be the hottest year on record, leading scientist predicts

The second half of this year will almost certainly see the start of an El Niño phase that could lead to extreme heat...

New Scientist

Why the keto diet could be a revolutionary way to treat mental illness

You may think of the high-fat, low-carb eating plan as a faddish way to lose weight. But the keto diet is now being...

Nature

Author Correction: Titration of RAS alters senescent state and influences tumour initiation

Nature, Published online: 01 May 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10601-9Author Correction: Titration of RAS alters...

Nature

Briefing Chat: Stressed mitochondria spawn new 'organelles' in cells

Nature, Published online: 01 May 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01439-2Nature staff discuss some of the week's top...

Nature

The imperfect legacy

Nature, Published online: 01 May 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01075-wNot a bug, but a feature.

Nature

US faculty members report high levels of anxiety

Nature, Published online: 01 May 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-01252-xSurveys show the importance of social, familial...

Technology

The Verge