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

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.

Following an impressive night for English teams in Europe, attention turns back to the weekend’s Premier League action ...

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 ...

The world number one has yet to taste victory in 2025 after surgery on a hand injury suffered while preparing Christmas dinner.

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

David Beckham turns 50 on May 2. Here, the PA news agency looks at some memorable moments from his extraordinary footballing career. Beckham helped Manchester United win the domestic double in 1995-96 ...

The bank holiday weekend is set to bring largely dry but noticeably cooler weather across the UK following the hottest day of the year so far, forecasters said. While much of the country will avoid ...

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

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