Iran says it has agreed Strait of Hormuz shipping route with Oman
A foreign ministry spokesman did not give details but said an agreement with the Gulf nation was "in the final…
Month: August 2026
Trump administration pays back $100bn in ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs to businesses
It represents roughly 60% of all tariff revenue collected under the policy, with billions still to be repaid. Source: BBC…
Student loan repayment rates an ‘unsustainable burden’, chancellor told
More than 120 MPs and peers have asked John Healey to carry out an "urgent review" of repayments. Source: BBC…
After deadly Kyiv strike, Ukraine warns interceptor shortage is costing lives
Without Patriot interceptors, Ukraine's skies are wide open and people are fully exposed to Russia's missile barrages. Source: BBC News
Left-wing political outsider wins Democratic Senate primary in Michigan
Abdul El-Sayed, the son of Egyptian immigrants, would be the first Muslim US senator if elected in November. Source: BBC…
Drone carrying explosives found at German airport, police say
The drone was found near Ukrainian cargo planes before another object collided with a cargo aircraft in mid-air. Source: BBC…
Charli XCX on lying, Love Island and life post-Brat
Charli XCX sits down with Radio 1's Jack Saunders to discuss the release of her new album. Source: BBC News
Gary Glitter appears in court over historical sex offence charges
The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court via video. Source: BBC News
Disney agrees deal to let TikTokers use its films and TV shows in videos
A deal between will allow some creators to use clips from Disney films and TV shows in their videos. Source:…
Traitors star Joe Marler to become BBC’s first celebrity Gladiator
The former rugby star will be known as Mauler when the fourth series airs in 2027, the BBC confirmed. Source:…