Italy's foreign ministry said the group had been exploring underwater ⁠caves in the Vaavu Atoll at a depth ⁠of around 50 metres (165ft) on Thursday. It gave no further details about the victims' identities or the cause of the accident, but said all five were Italian nationals and an investigation was under way. The University of Genoa named four of the victims as professor of ecology Monica Montefalcone, her daughter Giorgia Sommacal, who was a student, research fellow Muriel Oddenino, and marine biology graduate Federico Gualtieri. In a statement posted on its website, the university said: "The sympathy of the entire university community goes out to the families, colleagues and students who shared their human and professional journey." Montefalcone was an award-winning marine biologist, well known for her TV appearances and commitment to conservation projects, and was previously interviewed on Sky TG24. "I have dedicated my entire life to discovering and studying the wonders that live beneath the surface of our seas," she told a local TV station, according to Sky TG24, after receiving the 2022 Atlantide Prize for her contribution to the understanding of marine ecosystems and her commitment to marine conservation. The fifth victim was named in Italian media reports as boat operations manager and diving instructor Gianluca Benedetti. The divers were reported missing at around 1.45pm by the crew of a diving vessel they were travelling on, when the group failed to resurface. Conditions were described as unfavourable at the time, with a yellow weather alert in effect. A large-scale search and rescue operation was launched by the Maldivian Coast Guard and the Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF). Boats, aircraft and dive teams were deployed to the area. Read more from Sky News:Trump: Xi and I agree on Iran'Most wanted' Brit arrested in Spain "A body has been found among the five divers who dived in Vaavu Atoll," the MNDF said in a statement to Italian news agency ANSA. "The body was found inside a cave. The other four divers are believed to be inside the same cave, which extends to a depth of approximately 60m." Search teams were preparing for a second dive on Friday to locate the remaining four divers. Italy's foreign ministry added that the Italian ⁠embassy in Sri Lanka was ⁠working to contact the ​victims' families and provide ​consular assistance.

Auditions have been taking place in the past few weeks, according to entertainment business outlet Variety, meaning fans' five-year wait for a new film could end soon. Amazon would not comment on whether auditions had started, and in a statement, said it does not "plan to comment on specific details during the casting process". The last James Bond film, No Time to Die, was released in 2021. The next film, the first since Amazon took creative control of the franchise, will be directed by Denis Villeneuve, whose credits include Dune, Blade Runner 2049 and Sicario. Amy Pascal and David Heyman will be producing via Pascal Pictures and Heyday Films, respectively, while the script is being written by Steven Knight. Amazon said the creative team behind the next film had been taking shape over the past several months. Speculation about who will star as the new 007 has been rife, with Variety reporting that famous casting director Nina Gold is leading the hunt. She has worked on Game of Thrones, The Crown, and five films in the Star Wars franchise. Read more from Sky News:Teenage e-bike rider jailed for killing great-grandmotherCIA chief visits Cuba amid US demands Who are the bookmakers' favourites? Callum Turner - The 36-year-old actor is the favourite for the role. He has previously starred in Fantastic Beasts, Masters of the Air and The Capture. He's also engaged to pop superstar Dua Lipa. Harris Dickinson - Recognised for his roles in Iron Claw, Triangle of Sadness and The King's Man, could this 29-year-old actor, writer and director be the next Bond? Aaron Taylor-Johnson - Originally soaring to fame in Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging, the 35-year-old has since starred in 28 Years Later, Kick-Ass and Bullet Train. Jacob Elordi - Shooting to global fame in Euphoria, the 28-year-old made headlines for his roles in Saltburn and the new Wuthering Heights and Frankenstein films. Henry Ashton - Known for his roles in My Lady Jane and A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, Ashton only pivoted to acting in his late 20s, making speculation around him all the more impressive. Theo James - A 41-year-old actor and producer, he is famous for his roles in The White Lotus, Allegiant and The Gentlemen. Amazon MGM Studios announced in February 2025 that it would develop the next chapter of the Bond franchise.

The interest rate investors demand on 10-year loans to the state, known as bonds, hit 5.168%, surpassing a previous decade-long high set on Tuesday. Not since June 2008 has the government borrowing cost been so high. Major global economies, such as the US and Germany, have also seen borrowing price increases in recent weeks due to inflationary fears triggered by the war in Iran. Oil and gas supply disruption has made energy more expensive, sparking fears of a new round of inflation and higher interest rates as a result. Money blog: Major pensions reform becomes law But the UK is facing rises above that of other states. While the country is more exposed to energy price shocks due to its reliance on imports of oil and gas, it appears the challenge by Mr Burnham is fueling this sharp rise. Mr Burnham issued a statement on Thursday night saying he would seek permission from the Labour Party to stand in the Makerfield by-election to return to parliament, with the incumbent Labour MP making way for him. It is thought that he intends to launch a leadership bid to oust Sir Keir as prime minister once he is back in the House of Commons. From the end of trading on Thursday night to Friday afternoon, the 10-year bond yield, the interest rate investors demand to lend to the state, rose 3.5%, a steep increase for bonds. Longer-term borrowing costs, too, saw significant increases and blew past recent highs, reaching 5.84%. The last time the interest rate on 30-year bonds was this high was May 1998. Why? Investors seeking a higher return to lend to the UK signify greater concern about its ability to repay debts. Questions around who will lead the country, what support they may have and what their policies may be can contribute to the perception of risk. Mr Burnham said last year the country had to put behind it the idea of "being in hock to the bond markets".

Wardley floored Dubois twice in the early rounds of their fight in Manchester on Saturday night, but the Ipswich boxer lost his WBO heavyweight title in an 11th-round stoppage defeat. Promoter Frank Warren confirmed to Sky Sports that a rematch clause had been put in place and Wardley has now enforced a return bout with Dubois which is expected to take place later this year. Harrison: Fabio Wardley needs more time for Dubois rematchGet Sky Sports or stream with no contract on NOWDownload the Sky Sports app for expert analysis, best video & more Warren described Wardley vs Dubois as the "best heavyweight fight I have ever put on" and the defeated champion has vowed to deliver another epic battle with his British rival in the rematch. The 31-year-old is even more motivated and focused to avenge that loss to Dubois, telling Sky Sports: "The boxing world knows my character, and Saturday night proved that without a shred of doubt. "It was a fight for the ages, but I made some mistakes that I will rectify in the rematch. Congratulations to Daniel, but I'm coming for you… and my belt!" Promoter Queensberry confirmed: "Fabio Wardley has activated the rematch clause following his defeat in last week's WBO world title fight against Daniel Dubois at the Co-op Live in Manchester. "All parties will now work towards a rematch of their fight of the year contender for later in 2026." Wardley did not require hospital treatment at the weekend and is recovering from the facial injuries he suffered in the bout.

Alina Burns, then aged 18, attacked Mohammed Mahmoodi, an Iranian Kurd, in Bedminster, Bristol, on 2 August last year as he was chatting with a friend. Bristol Crown Court heard Burns had been motivated by neo-Nazi extremism and had been in contact with far-right groups. CCTV from inside the shop showed the 27-year-old turning and ducking at the last minute as she swung an axe at his neck. Mr Mahmoodi, who was much bigger than the 5ft 2in Burns, managed to wrestle the axe away from her before she could strike him again. A nearby police officer heard the commotion and went to the scene in East Street and arrested Burns. They found a scalpel and several darts on her. Burns nodded when the arresting officer asked her if she had swung the axe at the man. When he asked her why, she replied: "I wanted to cut his neck. I would do it again, but to succeed." Read more from Sky News:Teenage e-bike rider jailed for killing woman, 86, at zebra crossingUK borrowing costs hit fresh financial crash-era high After Burns was arrested, police discovered her links to far-right groups and extremism. They later found an email she had written to a man she met on a dating app, saying: "Kill all Jews and Muslims in Britain, please." At her home, detectives came across handwritten notes about the "spread of Islam", and how to use fertiliser to make explosives and nuclear weapons. She was also found to have searched for information online about Jihad, the Southport stabbings and Nazi Germany. Burns had used the Telegram messaging app to contact a representative of the British far-right group Patriotic Alternative. Additionally, there were notes about German SS units serving in the Second World War, Adolf Hitler's book Mein Kampf and the nationalist novel The Turner Diaries. At Bristol Crown Court on Friday, a judge imposed a custodial sentence on Burns of 15-and-a-half years with an additional four-year period on licence once she is released. Serena Gates KC, prosecuting, told the court: "The prosecution case is that the defendant had an extreme right-wing mindset and wanted Jews and Muslims to be killed, and non-whites to flee or be expelled from the UK. "The day before the attack, the defendant was watching videos of SS marches and sent an email called 'The dawn of civil war'." At a previous hearing, Burns, of Lynton Road, Bristol, pleaded guilty to attempted murder and three charges of having an article with a blade or point - specifically an axe, a scalpel and two darts. She had denied a charge of engaging in conduct in preparation of terrorist acts, contrary to the Terrorism Act. The Crown argued that despite accepting the pleas, there remained a terrorist motivation to the attack, which the judge, Mrs Justice Lambert, accepted. Passing sentence, the judge said: "I have no doubt that you are a dangerous offender and you remain deeply entrenched in your abnormal belief system."

It's an unlikely moment of agreement between the singers, who have famously feuded in the past. Writing on X on Wednesday, Minaj wrote on X: "The UK is truly one of a kind. They will portray her in film & TV one day…just like they did with Margaret Thatcher." Trinidad and Tobago-born rapper Minaj, best known for hits including Super Freaky Girl, Anaconda and Starships, has previously described herself as Republican president Donald Trump's "number one fan". Meanwhile, Banks who has spoken of her admiration for Ms Badenoch before, wrote on X: "Sorry i made fun of you guys in Britain, i rolled over and realized its actually no longer a laughing matter and I shouldnt be making jokes. I hope you all vote conservative and Listen to Kemi Badenoch." She went on to offer her advice on British domestic security. In a later post, Banks said of Ms Badenoch: "She is a star". Last month, the 32-year-old shared a clip of Ms Badenoch speaking in the House of Commons on X, with the message: "Kemi Badenoch is f**king iconic. World leaders will respect her Professionalism alot more than goofball Nigel [Farage]." Read more from Sky News:Streeting resigns without launching leadership bidStudent stabbed to death with 'extremely large' knife Minaj and Banks both went to the same LaGuardia High School in New York, with their original beef arising in 2012 after Azealia reportedly turned down the chance to tour with Nicki to work on her album Broke With Expensive Taste. New York rapper Banks won wide acclaim for her single 212, but has since become better known for her Twitter outbursts and ongoing feuds with numerous celebrities, including Minaj, Zayn Malik and Lana Del Rey. Despite losses in the local elections, Ms Badenoch has insisted that the Conservatives "are coming back to get Britain working again". Meanwhile, the Labour Party is in turmoil, with Health Secretary Wes Streeting the latest minister to resign, and many predicting an imminent leadership challenge against Sir Keir Starmer.

Andy Burnham, Angela Rayner, Wes Streeting – the list of potential names to challenge Keir Starmer is growing, but the leadership race is not on... yet. Jess Phillips, who resigned from the government this week, tells Beth why she's backing Wes Streeting in a future race. She says Andy Burnham needs to be careful he doesn't look entitled as he searches for a parliamentary seat and gives a devastating verdict on the prime minister, telling Beth he "finds it hard to listen" in her first interview since resigning. Plus, as one Labour MP resigns in Makerfield so Burnham can stand, can the "King of the North" win a by-election? Or is he gambling his job on a seat he can't win? And can Starmer keep a lid on it all? Got a question for the burner phone? WhatsApp 07934 200 444 or email electoraldysfunction@sky.uk. And if you didn't know, you can also watch Beth, Ruth and Harriet on YouTube.

Mbappe was returning from a hamstring injury after missing the Clasico defeat on Sunday which ultimately secured the LaLiga title for arch-rivals Barcelona, and came off the bench midway through the second period for homegrown forward Gonzalo Garcia, who had started - and scored - alongside Vinicus Junior and Franco Mastantuono. Mbappe has been the subject of much anger from Real Madrid fans, and become something of a scapegoat with the club enduring a second consecutive season without silverware. Over 30m people signed a petition calling for Real to get rid of the striker, who came under fire for his decision to go on holiday to Sardinia while recovering from a hamstring injury. Got Sky? Watch the Premier League and more on the Sky Sports app📱Not got Sky? Get instant access with no contract📺How to watch EVERY remaining PL game LIVE! "I'm 100 per cent fine," Mbappe said after Thursday's match. "I didn't play because the coach [Alvaro Arbeloa] told me I'm the fourth-choice forward in the squad behind [Franco] Mastantuono, Vinícius [Júnior] and Gonzalo. I accept it and play the time I'm given. I think I played well," he told reporters after the game. "I was ready to start, it's his decision and it always has to be respected. I have no problem at all with ​Arbeloa. You have to accept the coach's philosophy and I have ​to do better to play ahead of Vini, Gonzalo and Mastantuono." Mbappe had started all of Real's previous six games, scoring three times, prior to his injury and has been out of the starting line-up on only four previous occasions when available for Arbeloa in the 26 matches since the head coach took over from Xabi Alonso in mid-January. Arbeloa was questioned over Mbappe's comments following the game and said he felt it was not possible for the forward to come straight back into the line-up following his hamstring injury, and denied his claims of being the club's fourth-choice forward - before revealing he will start Real's next game against relegation-threatened Sevilla this Sunday. He said: "I had a conversation with him before the game and I ​don't know what he could have interpreted. "For ⁠me it is very clear that a player who four days ago could not be on the bench (against Barcelona), today should not start. ⁠Especially because ​it's not a final, it's not ​a game of life or death. "I can understand that Mbappe isn't happy about not playing, but it's a decision based on the circumstances. It was the most logical and natural thing to do, the most common-sense thing. "If you want, you can show me Kylian's mixed zone [comments] and we can discuss it. Until I hear what he said, I'm not going to comment on every single sentence. As long as I'm in this position, I decide who plays and who doesn't. I don't care what their names are." Mbappe shrugged off the boos he receive from the infamously ruthless Real support. "It's life," he said. "You can't change people's minds when they're angry. I shouldn't take it personally. It's the life of a Real Madrid player, and a famous player like me. They're not happy. That's the only way to understand the whistles." Will Mourinho be the one to solve the Mbappe conundrum? Jose Mourinho may have to smooth over relations between Mbappe and the Real Madrid support, with the Portuguese believed to be increasingly likely to become the next head coach at the Bernabeu. Jose Mourninho increasingly likely to become Real Madrid boss The current Benfica boss was asked for his view on the public issues between Mbappe and Arbeloa ahead of their game with Estoril on Saturday and said: "It makes me sad because Arbeloa is a friend, he is one of those who gave soul and life when he was a player of mine. "Now that he is the Real Madrid manager, our connection is even stronger, just like my connection to the club. I want things to go well for him. Being a player is always easier than being the manager. But he won the game yesterday and I'm sure he is happy today," Despite the Portuguese's insistence that he is not personally speaking to the Spanish giants while Benfica's season is still alive, Sky Sports News understands work is going on behind the scenes on his behalf with the intention to make a move happen. President Florentino Perez has continued to be a huge admirer of Mourinho since his first spell at the Bernabeu between 2010 and 2013, and they have remained close. Perez is believed to want to make Mourinho Real's next head coach and try to arrest some of the disorder that has been going on at the club in recent weeks, including in the dressing room.