Matt Chorley: Local elections might lack glamour – but they matter
The 5 live host considers what’s at stake on a trip to the heart of some of the big battles on 1 May....
Month : April 2025
Deadline nears to register to vote in local elections
There are local elections to 24 of England’s 317 councils and mayoral authorities on 1 May....
Direct US-Iran talks would lead to peace, hopes Rubio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday the United States will hold direct talks with Iran tomorrow to discuss Iran's nuclear programme.The talks...
Unsecured penguin caused helicopter crash in South Africa
Pilot lost control after bird in cardboard box slid off a passenger’s knee and knocked controls, aviation authority finds....
New Zealand rejects rights bill after widespread outrage
The controversial Treaty Principles Bill had sought to reinterpret the country’s founding document....
Israel to include Rafah in Gaza ‘security zones’ – defence minister
The Israeli defence minister says the military is leaving Gaza “smaller” and “more isolated” to press Hamas into releasing hostages....
Minister affirms Qatar’s unwavering support to Sudan
HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser al- Misnad, reaffirmed the Qatar's unwavering commitment to continue supporting the brotherly people...
Prada to buy rival fashion brand Versace for $1.36bn
The deal to unite the two Italian brands has an estimated value of $1.36bn (£1.06bn)....
Who can vote in the May local elections?
Voters in parts of England will elect councillors and mayors on 1 May....
Tesco braces for grocery price war with rivals
Shoppers could benefit as the supermarket giant said competition with rivals over prices had intensified....