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Trump and officials 'likely' targets of press dinner shooting suspect, authorities believe
The suspect is expected to be charged with assault of a federal officer and using a firearm during a crime of violence, officials have said.

Watch: How gunfire sparked chaos at Trump press dinner
President Trump and Vice-President Vance were rushed off the stage, after gunshots were heard at the event at the Washington Hilton hotel.

Suspected gunman identified as 31-year-old Californian
The man arrested at the event attended by President Trump has been named in US media as Cole Tomas Allen from California.

King's US visit will go ahead as planned, Buckingham Palace says
The decision was made "after discussions on both sides of the Atlantic through the day", the Palace says.

Mali defence minister killed as country hit by wave of rebel attacks
A wave of coordinated attacks by jihadist militants and separatists has spread through the country.

Israeli strikes kill 14 in Lebanon amid ongoing ceasefire
The US announced three days ago that the ceasefire was extended by three weeks after talks.

Sabastian Sawe breaks two-hour barrier to make history at London Marathon
Sabastian Sawe makes history at the London Marathon as the first person to run a sub-two-hour marathon in a competitive race.

Arson arrest after fire at packed-out LGBT+ club
An eyewitness says "thousands" of people were evacuated from the club.

Car bomb explosion at police station treated as attempted murder
The police believe the attack may have been carried out by the dissident republican group known as the New IRA.

Series of wildfires across Scotland during 'extreme' alert
The Scottish Fire and rescue Service (SFRS) said an 'extreme' wildfire warning for Western Scotland would remain until midnight.

Councillor apologises for telling call handler to speak English
A councillor apologises and is reprimanded after telling a council call handler to "speak English".

Shooting raises questions about Trump security
The shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner is the third time in three years Trump has been at the centre of a major security incident.

What we know about the incident
Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were rushed from a ballroom after gunfire was heard.

I was in the room with Trump and heard the low thudding sound of gunfire
The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue describes the moment he and others dived for cover as shots rang out at the venue.

In pictures: Chaos as gunfire heard in Washington DC ballroom
Armed Secret Service agents flood the ballroom of a Washington DC hotel as President Trump is rushed off stage.

'It lit a fire in me' - the barrister who was told she'd never amount to much
Leonie Hughes was expelled from school aged 15. Now, she's joined the Bar - and become a viral star.

The Chinese sports brand taking on Nike and Adidas
Now one of the biggest sportswear firms, Anta's rise follows a playbook adopted by many Chinese giants.

With presidents, cowboys and A-listers - King Charles in US over the years
The British monarch returns to the US on Monday, a country he has been visiting for decades.

We thought Gen Z weren't drinking. But these cocktails in a ball may suggest otherwise
Gen Z is starting their nights with sugary canned cocktails - even if the taste proves divisive.

Did Trump save eight Iranian women from execution?
The US president says he saved eight Iranian women from execution, but Iran says otherwise.

Canada's Carney has enjoyed a long political honeymoon. Now comes the test
Global acclaim and domestic political gains have defined Mark Carney's first year as Canada's PM. He now faces pressure to deliver on his bold promises.

Starmer insists 'majority' of Labour MPs back his leadership
This week has seen increasing speculation among Labour MPs about Sir Keir's judgement and leadership.

Southport dads finish London Marathon side by side
Sergio Aguiar and David Stancombe complete the course in a time of four hours and 36 minutes.

Woman released on bail after fatal house fire in Wolverhampton
Police said two boys, aged one and three, died at the scene. A woman in her 30s was arrested.

Man becomes seventh Millionaire jackpot winner
Roman Dubowski, of Stockport, says he knew the answer to the 15th question in the ITV show "straight away".

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Will another week of Starmer drama impact the elections?
We look at if the latest problems for the PM are impacting the campaign trail

Donald Trump gets on the phone... with Americast’s Sarah Smith
The president talks to Americast’s Sarah Smith about Starmer, the King and Iran.

Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest
Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.

Hire, fire, final - Chelsea's player power may be ugly, but it wins
Chelsea are in another FA Cup final - but only after their players showed up in a way they were no longer doing for Liam Rosenior, writes Phil McNulty.

O'Sullivan-Higgins match set for thrilling finish
The World Championship last-16 tie between Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins is set for a dramatic end after the Scot closed the deficit to two frames.

Sawe smashes two-hour mark to 'move goalposts for marathon running'
Sabastian Sawe makes history at the London Marathon as the first person to run a sub-two-hour marathon in a competitive race.