Nuray Bulbul

<p>Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces a tough time at the next election if the latest polls are to be believed</p>
Politics
24m

UK general election: When is the next one?

Should an election not be called by December 17, 2024, Parliament would automatically dissolve

8 May 2024
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UK
33m

When do GCSE exams start in 2024?

The first exam takes place this week, opening GCSE exam season for schools

8 May 2024
<p>The UK’s Olly Alexander performs his  song Dizzy during the dress rehearsal for the first semi-final </p>
Music

Eurovision: semi final 1 running order revealed

The first semi-final kicks off tonight

7 May 2024
<p>Drivers had been warned of disruption during the first planned daytime closure of the M25 </p>
UK

When are the next M25 closures and what diversion routes are in place?

It is the first time all lanes of the M25 closed since it first opened in 1986

7 May 2024
<p>John Swinney’s political career began when he joined the SNP in his teens</p>
Politics

Who is John Swinney, the new SNP leader?

The experienced politician, 60, could provide calm leadership amid political turmoil for Scotland’s governing party

7 May 2024
<p>Israel has signalled that a ground invasion will take place in Rafah </p>
World

Why is Rafah important in the Israel-Gaza conflict?

Israel’s leader said ‘no-one in the world’ could stop plans to attack the densely populated location where thousands of civilians shelter

7 May 2024
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UK

What are the single-sex toilets rules?

The law only applies to England

7 May 2024
<p>Eurovision 2024 is here</p>
Music

Eurovision 2024: Countdown to semi-final 1 begins

There is growing tension over Israel's participation in this year’s competition

7 May 2024
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Transport

M25 closed this weekend: When is it closed, where, how to get around

This year, the M25 will close for three more weekends

7 May 2024
<p>Train drivers will stage fresh strikes at the beginning of May in a long-running pay dispute </p>
Transport

London train strikes May 2024: all you need to know

Commuters are advised to plan their journeys and allow extra time for them amid the Aslef walkouts

7 May 2024
<p>Friends enjoy a picnic</p>
UK

2024 bank holidays: How to get the most from your holiday allowance

How to make the most of your annual leave this year

3 May 2024
<p>The Bank of England </p>
UK

When is the next interest rates announcement and will they increase?

The UK central bank began raising interest rates as the pandemic came to an end and energy costs began to rise

3 May 2024
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Music

How much are Billie Eilish UK tickets?

Tickets are available now to the public – but how much will they set you back?

3 May 2024
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Film

Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac to star in new vampire thriller

The film will be set in glitzy 1980s Los Angeles

3 May 2024
<p>RideLondon-Essex offers rides of 100, 60 or 30 miles for participants of all abilities</p>
London

Registrations open for RideLondon 2024 – when, where, how to take part

The major cycling event takes place in May and has something for everyone, from casual riders to elite sportswomen

3 May 2024
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Showbiz

Gavin and Stacey: What have the cast been up to?

One final episode from the beloved show will air later this year

3 May 2024
<p>Prince William with George at an Aston Villa game</p>
UK

Prince William gets emotional during Aston Villa match

As a self-described Clarets fan, the Prince of Wales couldn’t miss out on one of the team's most memorable nights

3 May 2024
<p>Kate Forbes got 48 per cent of votes in the second round of the leadership contest in 2023</p>
Politics

Kate Forbes rules out SNP leadership bid

The former finance secretary has announced she will not be running for the SNP leadership

2 May 2024
<p>Rishi Sunak's position as prime minister remains under significant pressure</p>
Politics

Who could replace Rishi Sunak? Rebel Tory MPs call for PM to quit

A former Tory minister reportedly reveals more discontent about the embattled PM’s leadership, raising the spectre of a future no-confidence vote

2 May 2024