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Israel and Hezbollah continue strikes despite ceasefire agreement
At least 20 people have reportedly been killed by Israeli air strikes as the Israeli military said Hezbollah had fired at Israeli troops in southern Lebanon.
Global framework for reparatory justice adopted at landmark Ghana conference
Call for formal apologies from countries that benefited from transatlantic trade slave included in 19-point roadmap More than money: the logic of slavery reparations A global framework for reparatory justice has been adopted at a conference in Ghana, as African and Caribbean ...
Nervy, optimist, die-hard: What sort of fan are you?
Take our World Cup quiz and discover your fan personality type.
Extreme heat warning expanded as 36C heatwave approaches UK
After a slightly cooler Saturday, temperatures will rise again, possibly touching 36C by Tuesday with a Met Office amber extreme heat warning set to come into force.
Video shows scene of collision as passenger describes aftermath
Passenger Pete Knapp said the crash "felt like [he'd] been in a bomb explosion".
What we know so far about the crash and emergency response
Nine people are in a critical condition out of a total of 28 still in hospital on Saturday, emergency services say.
'People flew from their seats': Passengers describe how collision unfolded
The East of England Ambulance Service says nearly 90 people were injured, over 30 of them seriously.
The Fed is forcing Wall Street to do the heavy lifting. Use these benchmarks to find your footing.
Fed watching is looking very different now. Two charts can help you in the Warsh era.
US to stop funding HIV programmes in South Africa
More than eight million South Africans are living with HIV – the highest number of any country in the world.
Italy's Meloni says Trump 'made up' story that she 'begged' him for photo at G7
The highly public exchange is an indication that their earlier close ties have frayed since Trump's decision to go to war with Iran.
Attorney general tells department to stop using X amid UK disinformation concerns
Exclusive: Richard Hermer’s office understood to be first in government to restrict use after recent riots The attorney general for England and Wales has told his office to no longer post on X, making it the first UK government department to stop ...
Boy, 3, hurt at zoo was attacked by a crocodile
Police say a man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder has been bailed.
US-Iran talks postponed as Israel launches deadly strikes in Lebanon
JD Vance has not travelled to Switzerland as the Israeli military said it was targeting Hezbollah and that four of its own soldiers had been killed.
Christina Aguilera! Marc Anthony! Tom Hanks! Oprah! The Biggest Stars at the Opening of the Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center celebrated its grand opening on June 18, welcoming a sprawling crowd of politicians, celebrities, and other well-wishers to its 19-acre campus on Chicago’s South Side.
'I'd be put off if he asked to split it': Who should pay on a first date?
Some insist on splitting the bill, others say the asker should pay, while many still see a man paying as romantic.
Obama moved to tears by wife Michelle's speech at presidential centre
The couple were opening a site in Chicago, which the former president described as a "celebration of community".
Gunmen attack Niger airport, killing 11 soldiers and 2 civilians, officials say
Authorities in Niger say that an attack at the airport in Niger's capital has killed 11 soldiers and two civilians, while 22 of the attackers have been killed by security forces
The ‘midlife crisis’ is overblown – it’s actually an opportunity
We often think of midlife as terrible or uneventful. This psychologist says we can be optimistic For years, midlife has been associated with one word: crisis. Margie Lachman wants us to see opportunity instead. Lachman, a lifespan developmental psychologist , has been ...
What Iran and US get from deal and why both could struggle to keep it
BBC analysts assess the claims by both Washington and Tehran to have won a victory with the deal to end their war.
WATCH: Barack and Michelle Obama open Obama Presidential Center with Springsteen, Stevie Wonder
Former President Barack Obama, joined by three former presidents, celebrated the opening of his presidential museum in Chicago in an extraordinary event Thursday that brought together politicians, A-list celebrities, athletes and other internationally known figures.
WATCH: Vance holds White House briefing after Trump signs Iran war agreement
Vice President JD Vance on Thursday said the U.S. Navy has, as part of the agreement to end the war, lifted its blockade on Iranian ports by allowing more than a dozen ships to pass through.
'Do not travel' advice for Dubai dropped
Thousands of Brits were left stranded in the Middle East when the US-Iran war broke out in early 2026.
‘If you hate it after 15 minutes, it’s OK to go home’ – your running questions answered by our experts
From the best shoes, to tips for getting motivated to the most beautiful runs in the world … running experts Kieran Alger and Sarah Marsh answered your questions Read more from the The Filter IscoBusquet asks: My first full marathon was a ...
Moscow oil refinery struck in Ukraine’s biggest air raid on city since start of war
Kyiv says attack, which also forced evacuation at Russia’s biggest airport, was in response to strike on historic monastery Explainer: how significant was attack on Moscow? Ukrainian drones have hit several locations across Moscow in Kyiv’s biggest air raid on the city ...
Thirty-five killed as gunmen attack Niger's biggest airport
Niger has been fighting a militant Islamist insurgency for a decade and in January suspected jihadists attacked the same airport.
What to study in the AI age - from big tech bosses
Sundar Pichai, Jensen Huang and Jack Clark share their advice with the BBC.
Pentagon chief lashes out at NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has criticized NATO allies for not taking more responsibility for their own security
Intel’s stock jumps 11% — even as analysts say new Apple chip deal might start small
Intel “is steadily expanding its domestic capacity and converting political and strategic tailwinds into concrete foundry wins,” an analyst says.
Amber heat health alerts in place as temperatures set to soar above 30C
Very warm weather is set to return to parts of the UK, with a potential heatwave set to develop this weekend.
Trump signs Iran peace plan, claiming deal averts ‘worldwide depression’
Details of the 14-point agreement revealed as senior US officials claim ‘major win’ despite significant concessions to Tehran Reaction: Donald Trump’s Iran deal met with anger, relief and incredulity Analysis: Trump’s Iran deal is result of unrealistic ambitions for an untenable war ...
Trump administration pays $765 million to kill more offshore wind projects, including one off California
The Trump administration on Wednesday said it will pay developer Invenergy $765 million to walk away from four U.S. wind leases, including one off the coast of California, and invest instead in geothermal and fossil fuel projects.
Warsh to review how Fed works after holding US interest rates at first meeting
The Federal Reserve held rates between 3.5% and 3.75% after Kevin Warsh's first meeting in charge of the central bank.
UN experts demand Iranians free Foremans
They said proceedings against Lindsay and Craig Foreman had been marked by grave irregularities.
Interest rates held as Bank warns of impact of high energy prices
The Bank last cut interest rates in December but upheaval in the Middle East has stalled any further reductions.
Young women now have 'close to zero' risk of cervical cancer death after HPV jab
A new study finds that hundreds of lives have been saved since school-age girls were offered the HPV jab in 2008.
What's in the US-Iran agreement?
The 14-paragraph memo includes an end to fighting, an agreement that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon, and a $300bn redevelopment package for Iran.
Is the stock market closed today for Juneteenth? Will the post office deliver mail?
The June 19 federal holiday falls on a Friday this year. Here’s how trading hours and other services are affected.
Trump pauses spy chief confirmation in Congress
The US Senate Intelligence Committee chair said Jay Clayton's hearing is "unfortunately postponed".
Saul Williams Recruits Robert Del Naja, Kamasi Washington for New Album Leap Life
Carlos Niño, Gonjasufi, and Moor Mother also appear on the project
Trump delays Clayton’s nomination for intelligence director, extending lapse of powerful US surveillance tool – live
In rare break with the US president, Republican Tom Cotton criticizes Trump’s ‘regrettable’ decision to order Jay Clayton to not appear for confirmation hearing Trump derails confirmation process for Jay Clayton Sign up for the Breaking News US email Donald Trump also ...
AI will create more jobs for humans, not replace them, Amazon founder Bezos says
The Amazon founder, who now has robotics and space travel companies, thinks AI will create a labour shortage.
'Get him out of here': Judge sends Gilgo Beach killer to prison for rest of life
In fiery exchange, judge sentenced him to three life sentences plus 25 years to life on four other charges, all running consecutively.
Does more money make you happier? Yes – but not for the reasons you think, this money coach says
After years of anxiety and burnout, finance expert Shang Saavedra says the path to financial freedom may start with your mindset Shang Saavedra was an immigrant family’s dream: She earned stellar grades and made her way to Harvard . Upon graduation she ...
At Café Rue Dix, a Senegalese-French Restaurant in Brooklyn, the World Cup Is About More Than Football
“It’s so much more than sports,” says the restaurant’s co-owner Nilea Alexander. “It’s politics, it’s fashion, it’s triumph, it’s so much.”
Clayton confirmation hearing postponed as Trump tries to push Senate on voter ID bill
A key Republican senator, Tom Cotton, had vowed to push forward with a hearing anyway, but Trump eventually directed Clayton to not appear for his confirmation proceedings, forcing Cotton, the chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, to announce that the hearing was ...
WATCH: FEMA, TSA nominees testify in confirmation hearing before Senate Homeland Security panel
Cameron Hamilton, President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Federal Emergency Management Agency, pledged to senators Wednesday to be "fair and reasonable" in assessing requests for disaster aid as he seeks to run an agency roiled by the administration's threats to dismantle ...
WATCH: Trump holds news conference as G7 summit in France wraps up
Leaders at the Group of Seven summit on Wednesday threw their support behind U.S. President Donald Trump's tentative agreement with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and further extend a shaky ceasefire — even though he's offered scant specificity about how ...
‘Vegetarian Nigella’ and flirty hair flips: John Early and Kate Berlant take on diet culture in new influencer satire
In his directorial debut Maddie’s Secret, Early plays a food influencer with bulimia in a wild flip on the modern melodrama They don’t make film heroines quite like Maddie Ralph any more. As the creation of comedian and actor John Early , ...
Donald Trump speaks at G7 summit after Macron hails ‘real progress’ on Ukraine – Europe live
The US president earlier hailed Macron’s ‘beautiful job’ in hosting summit, after greeting leaders with the words ‘I’m the boss’ at morning session Rutte says the adjustment in the US pledge to the Nato Force Model is “not primarily about where forces ...
Trump derails confirmation process for Jay Clayton as US intelligence chief
Move will allow Trump’s controversial pick, Bill Pulte, to assume role and remain in place for at least several weeks Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump abruptly diverted the confirmation process ...
Middle East crisis live: US will ‘probably go back to bombing’ Iran if it does not honour deal, says Trump
US president claims deal ‘achieves everything we set out to accomplish’ Trump backs G7 leaders’ call for wider talks on Iranian missile programme Analysis: Where does Iran deal leave US-Israel relationship? Trump also addressed media reports of a leaked US-Iran deal (see ...
Bystanders rush to rescue aircraft passengers after fiery Texas crash
One of the six people on board died in the crash, a local official said. The five survivors were taken to hospital and are in a stable condition.
Historic NBA Finals ratings and Fox’s $22 billion Roku deal show live sports are key to winning the streaming wars
“In this streaming-first world, live, shared moments are a rare thing. Sports is where that still exists.”
Gen Z’s ‘chicken before the egg’ credit problem: How to build your score when lenders keep saying no
Half of Gen Z-ers say they don’t have enough access to the credit they need to reach their financial goals
Inside the push to weaken Washington’s toughest financial watchdog
The SEC used to intimidate corporate wrongdoers. Now its own commissioners are gutting its leverage.
The $124 trillion Great Wealth Transfer is real — but the IRS or a nursing home might get your family’s money first
From Medicaid cuts to an IRA tax trap, here are the real threats to your family’s inheritance and what to do about them.
Can Bellingham become England's superstar once more at the World Cup?
After tough love from England head coach Thomas Tuchel, Jude Bellingham's World Cup build-up points to a special talent who can be a key figure in their quest to win the World Cup.
Iran sends tankers loaded with oil past US military blockade
Three Iranian tankers loaded with crude oil have passed the US blockade line in the Gulf of Oman, ship-tracking data shows.
'It's very Bond': Fashion experts on the England squad's off-pitch look
What experts make of the men's team's official off-duty fashion as they prepare for their first World Cup match.
A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this week
Franklin Roosevelt helped launch the modern system of presidential libraries in the late 1930s
A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this week
Franklin Roosevelt helped launch the modern system of presidential libraries in the late 1930s
Tom Holland confirms marriage to Zendaya following speculation and viral AI pics
Photos appearing to show Tom Holland and Zendaya getting married in Italy have had millions of likes - but they’re not real.
'They came with machetes' - deadline looms for migrants to leave South Africa
Protesters have set 30 June as the date for all undocumented migrants to leave the country.
Jeremy Clarkson reveals prostate cancer diagnosis on farming show
The former Top Gear presenter did not clarify what type of cancer he had been diagnosed with.
Kelela Can’t Work It Out With A.K. Paul on New Single “Outta Time”
It was originally written for her 2017 album, Take Me Apart
England fans arrive in Dallas for game against Croatia
The BBC spoke to England fans in Dallas ahead of the team's first World Cup game.
Streeting says he would be prepared to trigger leadership contest as early as next week
But the former health secretary told BBC Newsnight he would prefer for the prime minister “to take a decision on his own terms”.
England will not adapt style despite USA heat, Tuchel says
Thomas Tuchel says he is "not ready to adapt" England's playing style at the World Cup despite the heat - as it would "give up" the team's strengths.
Social media has risks but has given us opportunities too, teen influencers say
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the ban will give children more time, security and freedom to grow up. But how do under-16s feel?
Sean Penn to direct Warner Bros. movie about a police officer at Jan. 6 Capitol riot
Sean Penn will direct a movie about a police officer who was at the Jan. 6 Capitol riot in 2021, Warner Bros
Toronto police link dozens of shootings to ‘multilayered’ gun-for-hire network
Young adults and teens are being recruited through apps like Telegram and paid to carry out attacks, officials say Police investigators in Toronto have said that dozens of shootings – including one at the US consulate in March – are linked to ...
Trump delays Clayton's nomination for intelligence director to try to push Congress on voter ID bill
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he was delaying federal prosecutor Jay Clayton's nomination to lead the U.S. intelligence community in a bid to force Congress to act on a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support for passage.
Pizza Hut restaurant chain to be sold for $2.7 billion
Pizza Hut, the 68-year-old chain that has long struggled with growing competition and outdated restaurants, will be sold for $2.7 billion by parent company Yum Brands
Five big questions about the UK's under-16s social media ban
A ban is coming - but it's still not clear what it will mean for sites including Roblox, YouTube and WhatsApp.
British couple describe having warning shots fired near them by Russian warship
The retired couple tell BBC Newsnight they tried to show the warship they had changed course in the English Channel before the shots were fired.
Crude oil prices fall again, while US stocks drift near their all-time highs
Oil prices are sinking again and dipped below $80 per barrel for the first time since early March, while the U.S. stock market drifts near its all-time high
‘He liked that people were scared of him’: my year unpicking fantasy and reality with a veteran of Italy’s football ultras
I’ve met many hardcore, violent fans, but the hostage-negotiating, cocaine-smuggling, Marxist-Leninist Alessandro Casolari still stood out I had heard the name Alessandro Casolari on and off for years. From 2016 onwards, when I was researching my book on Italy’s ultras – a ...
California's Newsom alleges justice department is investigating wife and ex-staff
A source familiar with the investigations says they had been ongoing for "roughly a year".
‘We own our home outright’: I am 67 and earn $100,000. Do I take my $30,000-a-year Social Security now or wait?
“We have combined savings of $950,000 in retirement plans, Roth IRAs and Treasuries.”
Future Reveals New Album The Real Me
So that’s what Spotify has been teasing the last week
Want to improve your credit score? Here’s how to ask for a credit-limit increase.
A credit-limit increase can help strained borrowers improve how their financial picture looks on paper.
Eight dead after US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in California
The incident occurred on Monday morning while the aircraft had been on a routine test mission.
Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal
The environment secretary says the deal does not do enough for consumers or the environment.
Trump may release US-Iran deal before Friday, Vance says
The US vice-president says the agreement is "about a page and a half" and "very general", meaning many details will be worked out later.
Anthropic to meet White House over AI tool suspension
The sudden meeting was called after Anthropic had to block users from just-released AI models.
A Russian barrage in Ukraine kills 11 and damages a landmark cathedral
A Russian bombardment of Ukraine's biggest cities has set ablaze part of an Eastern Orthodox landmark and killed 11 people
How could the US-Iran deal affect oil prices and the cost of food?
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.
From Bloomsbury to Whitehall: new play reimagines life of John Maynard Keynes
The Standard of Living by James Graham traces economist’s influence on British politics and culture After exploring the rise of Rupert Murdoch and the emergence of Gareth Southgate’s England team , James Graham has turned his attention to one of the most ...
Social media firms hit back as Starmer announces ban for under-16s in UK
Meta, YouTube and Snapchat say ban, which would stop children using their platforms, will drive them to ‘less safe services’ UK politics live – latest updates How will the ban work? UK parents: how do you feel about the ban? Britain’s plans ...
Middle East crisis live: Trump claims ships carrying oil are moving out of strait of Hormuz after US and Iran agree deal
Initial deal expected to be signed on Friday but Israel has ruled out withdrawing from Lebanon Peace deal between US and Iran announced, with strait of Hormuz expected to reopen Explainer: what do we know about the US-Iran peace deal? The agreement ...
Violent attacks on schools, pupils and staff around the world up by 40%, says study
Cases reported in 83 countries, with at least 10,600 students and staff killed, injured, abducted or arrested, GCPEA says Attacks on education globally have surged by 40% with more than 8,556 recorded incidents and 10,600 students and staff killed, injured, abducted, arrested ...
Russian strikes kill 11 and set historic cathedral in Kyiv ablaze
A Ukrainian drone attack in the Russian city of Tula, south of Moscow, killed three people.
US musician Oliver Tree dies in helicopter collision in Brazil
The singer-songwriter is among six people presumed dead in air crash over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday.
Trump arrives in France for 1st G7 summit since US-Iran war began
Held in Évian-les-Bains, France from June 15-17, this will be the president’s fifth time physically attending the conference, and comes amid heightened global turmoil.
Iran live updates: Iran says strait is closed over deadly attacks on Lebanon
President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected?
The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat banned for UK teens early in 2027.
Oil prices fall and shares jump after US-Iran deal announced
Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.
Why I sold my business to my staff
As more US company owners reach retirement age many are selling up to their employees.
Financial losses from scams hit £1.3bn a year as criminals turn to AI
On average, nearly eight cases of fraud in which money is stolen are reported in the UK every minute.
Côte d’Ivoire 1-0 Ecuador: World Cup 2026 – as it happened
Amad Diallo breaks Ecuador hearts with last-ditch strike as Elephants make winning start in Group E 2 min It’s 90 degrees Fahrenheit. If you prefer Celsius … good for you. Caicedo sends an ambitious effort well wide, almost as if to send ...
Protesters clash with police ahead of G7 summit in Geneva
Swiss police deployed a water cannon and fired tear gas to disperse anti-G7 protesters after clashes.
New attempt to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales
Lauren Edwards says she will bring the exact same bill which was narrowly passed by the Commons but ran out of time in the Lords.
In Georgia, Senate hopeful Mike Collins celebrates being Trump's latest 'MAGA' pick in GOP primaries
In the closing stretch of Georgia's Republican U.S. Senate runoff, Rep. Mike Collins is celebrating his 11th-hour endorsement from Donald Trump
Knicks Legend Walt “Clyde” Frazier’s Suits Are Amazing—And Made in New York
Frazier, who led the Knicks to two championships in the 1970s, is known for his flashy suits. His looks throughout the NBA Finals are an ode to the New York Garment District.
Pilot and 11 skydiving passengers killed in private plane crash in Missouri
Crash reportedly occurred shortly after departure from Butler Memorial airport on Sunday morning Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Twelve people were killed in a plane crash near Butler, Missouri , on Sunday. According to Bates county emergency management, ...
US musician Oliver Tree, 32, killed in helicopter crash in Brazil
Alternative singer and internet personality among six who died when two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro The American musician Oliver Tree has died in a helicopter crash in Brazil at the age of 32, according to reports. Two helicopters collided over ...
Eleven skydivers and pilot killed in US plane crash
The plane had just taken off in the US state of Missouri, but failed to gain altitude, according to local emergency responders.
Trump and thousands of others watch UFC fight on White House lawn
Justin Gaethje beat Ilia Topuria to win the lightweight championship in the main event.
US-Iran peace deal could see strait of Hormuz open on Friday ‘under Iranian arrangements’, says state media – Middle East crisis live
The US president confirmed the agreement as Pakistan’s prime minister said the official signing will be in Geneva on 19 June Full report: peace deal between US and Iran, Pakistan says, with strait of Hormuz to reopen Iranian hardliners in vociferous push ...
Swiss voters reject 10 million population cap
Nearly 55% of participants voted against the proposal to cap population by cutting migration, results show.
Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee
Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full.
Alabama's GOP dismisses a residency challenge to Tuberville's bid for Alabama governor
The Alabama Republican Party says U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville will remain the party's gubernatorial nominee
Baby formula sold at Target recalled after multistate infant botulism outbreak
Nara Organics has recalled its organic baby formula sold at Target stores and online due to a multistate outbreak of infant botulism
Author Chimamanda Adichie accuses hospital of stalling review into son's death
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's 21-month old son died in a Lagos hospital, which she says is trying to stop an inquest into the circumstances of his death.
Knicks win 1st NBA championship in 53 years, NYC lights up with excitement
The New York Knicks beat San Antonio Spurs Saturday in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, winning their first NBA Championship in 53 years.
Trump and Pakistan say Iran deal could be signed Sunday but Tehran signals more time is needed
Momentum for a deal to end the Iran war is growing
US kills leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang in air strike, Trump says
Niño Guerrero was killed in a "swift and lethal kinetic strike," the US President wrote in a social media post.
Staying up to watch the match? Here's how to survive an all-nighter
Forget blocks and tackles, this is the tactical plan you need for the football.
Tren de Aragua gang leader killed in US military strike, Trump says
The leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua has been killed in a U.S. military strike, President Donald Trump said in a social media post Friday night.
Authors Blackman and Donaldson made dames in honours list
Noughts & Crosses author Malorie Blackman and Gruffalo creator Julia Donaldson are made dames, as the rugby league star is knighted.
Online racism is significantly affecting mental health, First Nations people say: ‘It’s like carrying a bully in your pocket’
Australian Human Rights Commission has called for a digital duty of care to prevent social media algorithms from incentivising ‘racist’ content Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast For the past week and half, the social media ...
Court denies emergency appeal to retain Trump’s name on Kennedy Center
Justice department lawyers had appealed to stay a judge’s order to remove Trump’s name from facade An appeals court in Washington DC rejected an emergency appeal seeking to pause the removal of Donald Trump’s name from the facade of the Kennedy Center ...
World Cup kicks off in the US with performances from Katy Perry, Future and Tyla
Earlier, Canada hosted its own opening ceremony in Toronto, featuring singers Alanis Morrisette and Michael Bublé.
Israel carries out air strikes on Lebanon, state media says, as Iran claims deal with US near
The strikes come as Iran's foreign minister says a deal to end fighting with the US is close.
Warning of cuts to medical services, L.A. County health officials ask state for emergency funds
Measure ER isn't enough, according to the head of L.A. County's Department of Health Services, which has joined other California health systems in lobbying for emergency funds.
Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire as SpaceX valuation passes $2tn in first stock market trading – business live
One economist says Musk’s world-first level of extreme wealth highlights massive economic disparities and could have profound effects on society SpaceX’s shares will be supported by a number of “forced buyers”, such as tracker funds. Richard Hunter, head of markets at interactive ...
David Hockney, pioneering British artist famed for his pools and portraits, dies aged 88
The peroxide blond painter from Yorkshire made his name with sunkissed visions of California and never stopped breaking barriers, going on to become one of contemporary art’s most important figures • ‘David Hockney caught the look of the modern world’ • David ...
Autistic children being injected with unapproved stem cell treatments supported by RFK Jr
Desperate US parents paying up to $20,000 a session for a procedure scientists say could be bogus Autistic children as young as 18 months old are being injected with human stem cells derived from umbilical cords in unapproved, unproven and potentially harmful ...
SpaceX to list on US stock market at historic $1.77tn valuation
Initial public offering for aerospace and AI company made Musk the world’s first trillionaire as share prices jumped Share your views on SpaceX’s stock market debut SpaceX made the biggest stock market debut in history on Friday after nearly two and a ...
King leads tributes to 'giant of the art world' David Hockney
The artist, who has died at the age of 88, "was one of life's true originals", King Charles says.
Trump's quiet crackdown: Fewer ICE raids, harsher rules push immigrants to leave
Along with focusing on deportations, the administration is deploying other tactics to deter legal, as well as illegal, immigration.
Global oil prices end at 3-month low after Pakistan says a U.S.-Iran peace deal has been reached
Brent crude on Friday settled at its lowest level since the early days of the U.S.-Iran conflict. after Pakistan said a peace deal between the nations had been reached.
Elon Musk's SpaceX raises $75bn ahead of world's biggest stock market launch
The public sale is also expected to make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.
'I spent uni savings on getting my teeth fixed' - the real cost of NHS dentist shortage
People tell BBC Your Voice the rising cost of private dentistry is putting them in a difficult position.
Tehran says 'nothing' finalised after Trump claims deal to end Iran war near
Iran says reports of a deal are "speculative" after the US president says a "great settlement" to end the conflict has been reached.
Measles has no treatments. Changing that may not be easy
Vaccination remains the priority, but some researchers are looking for drugs to fight the virus in people who don't get the shot.
World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, dancing, and protests
There was a star-studded opening ceremony, and some sporadic clashes between police and protesters around the Azteca stadium.
SpaceX IPO hype is massive — and the FOMO can ruin your retirement
A stock that dips is a blip at 30. But for older investors in or near retirement, it’s a portfolio disaster.
Trump threatens to take 'total control' of Iran's oil industry as ceasefire teeters
U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to launch major strikes on Iran and seize control of its oil and gas industries as continuing attacks between the warring countries pushed the Middle East closer to the resumption of a full-scale war
Taylor Swift, Timothée Chalamet and Haim among fans at New York's NBA Finals
Wednesday's result means the team are now just one win away from a famous Finals win.
Exclusive: Alana Haim on Custom-Making Taylor Swift’s ‘Stevie Knicks’ Shirt for the NBA Finals
Haim purchased the royal blue Gildan shirts from Michael’s for $2.99 each, applying Speedball orange screen-printing ink with puff additive in it for Wednesday’s big game.
When Taylor Swift Wears This Beauty Look, She Wins
Trust that the star thinks about everything—lucky charms included.
Middle East crisis live: Trump cancels tonight’s ‘scheduled strikes and bombings’ on Iran as Iranian source says nothing agreed
US president says ‘discussions with Iran have been brought to the highest level of leadership and approved’ as Iranian state media denies any documents have been agreed Full report: Trump says US and Iran on verge of signing peace agreement Three Indian ...
‘Dangerous for being free’: Mon Laferte on calling out injustice as Chile’s biggest pop star
The musician opens up about her mental health, government corruption and why conservative backlash won’t stop her speaking her mind Mon Laferte has a sore throat. Halfway through our conversation, in a studio with no windows at the Sony offices above New ...
'Mum was killing me': England's Declan Rice on sunburn for his World Cup photoshoot
The Arsenal midfielder admits he was a touch pink in pre-tournament photos as players try to adjust to scorching conditions.
‘This is honest art. Like Dostoevsky’: Tim Allen and Tom Hanks on Toy Story 5, tech peril and the joy of rusty nails
Pixar’s new film tells young viewers that technology has stolen their childhood and that parents need to wise up fast. Its stars answer your questions on the series’ radical new message What is the thing you’ve learn ed most from this new ...
WATCH: Senate Banking Committee holds hearing on artificial intelligence
The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee is holding a hearing Thursday on artificial intelligence, titled "AI and the American Dream: Promoting Innovation, Affordability, and American Dominance."
Olivia Rodrigo sings about heartbreak but she's already chosen her wedding song
The pop star discusses the difficulty of writing happy songs, and her Glastonbury anxiety attack.
New candy stores are popping up across NYC. Why?
While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.
Trump says 'I love the inflation' as US prices rise at fastest rate in three years
The US president later said he had meant that he actually loved that inflation was not higher.
As the World Cup begins, researchers warn sports bettors may be gambling with their grocery money
A report released just days before the start of the FIFA World Cup finds a correlation between sports betting and not having enough to eat.
Find your local World Cup hero with our postcode lookup
Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool
Micron, Marvell drag the tech sector into a new bearish phase. Will the correction last this time?
The selloff in the tech sector that has heightened investor anxiety over the past week graduated to a new phase on Wednesday: The pullback is over, and it’s now officially a correction.
US and Iran exchange strikes across Middle East for second day in a row
Iran says it responded to US strikes by targeting American assets in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain, which reported damage to its capital city overnight.
New York Knicks make record comeback to beat San Antonio Spurs
Celebrities packed Madison Square Garden as the Knicks hosted the Spurs in NBA Finals Game 4.
We Are Crowdsourcing the Panopticon
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Kim Kardashian's hair stylist Chris Appleton joins Strictly line-up
The British stylist has also worked with Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry and Ariana Grande.
Weight-loss drug users save more than £400 a year on food as take-up triples
Research suggests households that include a GLP-1 user collectively spent £780m less on grocery bills Business live – latest updates Weight-loss drugs are saving users’ households more than £400 a year on grocery bills, according to a survey, which found use of ...
First charges laid over deadly Hong Kong fire
The Wang Fuk Court blaze last year was the deadliest that Hong Kong had seen in 70 years, killing 168 people.
Inflation rises to a 3-year high on spiking gas prices, squeezing Americans financially
Consumer prices probably jumped in May for the third straight month, heightening concerns for the inflation fighters at the Federal Reserve and underscoring the threat rising costs pose for the Trump administration as midterm elections near
SpaceX wants regular investors to help its stock launch. Here's what to know.
When SpaceX makes its debut on the U.S. stock market, it wants smaller-pocketed, mom-and-pop investors to play a big role in what may be the biggest IPO ever
Wall Street points toward another tech sell-off while oil prices jump after US attack on Iran
The technology sell-off on Wall Street dragged into another day and oil prices rose after the U.S. military launched attacks against Iran
Police blast water cannons at Belfast protesters as unrest flares again after stabbing
Police have used water cannons on protesters in Northern Ireland after violence erupted a second night over a stabbing in Belfast
Multiple attackers kill 12 people and wound 9 in a late-night shooting in South Africa
South African police say multiple attackers killed 12 people and wounded at least nine in a late-night mass shooting in the city of Johannesburg
The coming IPO wave — and SpaceX’s, in particular — is a secret weapon for the U.S. dollar
A remarkable back-of-the-envelope calculation from a currency strategist shows just how big SpaceX’s initial public offering could reverberate in global markets.
How to enjoy the World Cup - and keep your boss on side
Football fans and bosses share their strategies to balance late night kick offs with work the next day.
BBC cancels Doctor Who Christmas special and Russell T Davies announces exit
The BBC said the decision was made "after careful consideration" and had "not been taken lightly".
Texas teen sentenced to 35 years for killing fellow student at athletics event
The fatal incident during a high school athletics event in a Dallas suburb drew national attention.
Graham Platner wins Maine primary, setting up face-off with longtime Senator Collins
Voters also headed to the polls in primary elections in Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina ahead of the midterms.
Middle East crisis live: US says second day of Iran strikes ‘completed’; Tehran claims it has targeted US base in Bahrain
US military says commercial ships are continuing to transit the strait of Hormuz, contradicting claims from Iran that the strait has been closed US strikes Iran for second day, as ceasefire appears close to collapse If the US genuinely wants a deal ...
SoFi Stadium workers union announces labor deal, averting strike during World Cup
The union representing 2,000 food and beverage workers at SoFi Stadium announced they reached a tentative agreement with Legends Hospitality Monday.
Williams rolls back the years on return at Queen's
Serena Williams rolls back the years at Queen's with a winning performance on her comeback to tennis after 1,375 days away from the sport.
When a World Cup team loses, its country’s stock market also goes down. Here’s the weird reason why.
Soccer’s premier tournament brings a hidden danger to your investment portfolio.
Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years for murder in Texas track meet stabbing
The deadly stabbing occurred at a Frisco Independent School District stadium on April 2, 2025, during a track and field competition.
US strikes Iran in response to downing of military helicopter
President Donald Trump earlier accused Iran of shooting down the US helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz and vowed to respond.
‘We are comfortable financially’: My husband is in his 60s and has $500,000 life insurance. Is this a good time to cancel?
According to MarketWatch's source item, ‘We are comfortable financially’: My husband is in his 60s and has $500,000 life insurance. Is this a good time to cancel?, “Our kids are grown and independent.” The development sits in VINI's Markets file for readers ...
I’m 60, retired with $3 million. My fiancée, 55, only has $1 million and plans to keep working. Are we compatible?
“Although she is quite frugal, she has not been particularly diligent with investing.”
This new California NIMBY-busting law could create a million new apartments and condominiums
A new state law that allows denser housing development near major transit stops goes into effect in July, opening the door to construction of more than 1 million new units in California's urban centers.
A digital reckoning against smartphones in schools has spread to Sweden
Sweden is set to ban mobile phones in schools from the next academic year as part of a broad reversal on the use of screens in classrooms
Middle East crisis live: Donald Trump says Iran shot down military helicopter and US ‘must’ respond
‘The United States must, of necessity, respond to this attack’, the US president said in a social media post Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu are close allies with a deeply complicated and often strained relationship that has shown signs of fracturing over ...
'Please send help': Crew's distress call after ship hit by US missile
The crew of a sanctioned oil tanker were rescued off Oman after it was struck by a missile fired from a US fighter jet.
Man reportedly shot at Kenya protest against US Ebola quarantine centre
Protesters are concerned about cross-border infection risks and the lack of transparency from the government about the treatment centre.
Signal One review – Dennis Quaid and David Thewlis ballast high-concept, low-risk first contact yarn
Sci-fi about the inventor of a device to communicate with aliens, in which scientists spend too much time talking astrophysics at each other Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day is not alone in the universe. It is now joined by another sci-fi about Earth’s ...
Fifa working to resolve revoked Iran tickets
Fifa has said it is working to "maximise opportunities for Iranian supporters to attend matches" after the country's World Cup group-stage ticket allocation was revoked just days before the tournament.
Trump tells BBC Netanyahu did not defy him
In a call with the US president, the BBC’s Sarah Smith asked Trump about the war in Iran and his relationship with the Israeli leader.
What to Wear to the World Cup—7 Outfits to Cheer Your Favorite Team
Whether you’ve secured tickets for a live match or plan host to a watch party, Vogue shares outfit inspiration for what to wear to watch the World Cup.
AI giants' race to raise funds heats up as ChatGPT-owner plans stock market debut
The company behind ChatGPT files its plans one week after Anthropic did the same.
A powerful inflation storm is brewing — and your portfolio isn’t ready
Looming El Niño shock threatens to drive up global commodity prices. These investments can help protect your purchasing power.
Jon Stewart Slams Donald Trump as an ‘Incredibly Fragile Man-Baby’ for Storming Out of ‘Meet the Press’ Interview
On Monday night’s episode of “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart slammed President Donald Trump for walking out of his recent “Meet the Press” interview in the face of relentless fact-checking from interviewer Kristen Welker. “Now, you could view this as the hissy-fit ...
Apple unveils new AI features with privacy focus at last developers conference
Apple unveiled new artificial intelligence features at its annual developers conference beginning Monday, the last one featuring CEO Tim Cook before he turns his post over to John Ternus in September
Somali referee Artan barred from entering US
Omar Artan, who was set to be the first Somali to referee at the World Cup finals, is dropped from the list of officials after he was denied entry to the United States.
Iran and Israel say they will pause strikes but warn of retaliation if ceasefire breached again
Israel's PM says his country is holding fire "at the moment", after Iran's armed forces said they had stopped military action.
WATCH: Rollins holds update as USDA confirms more screwworm cases, including 1 outside Texas
Two more cases of the New World screwworm have been confirmed hundreds of miles apart in Texas, demonstrating the difficulty of stopping the spread of a pest that could potentially devastate the nation's cattle industry.
Idris Elba: 'Don't try to make James Bond woke'
The British star also said some audiences would not accept a black male actor playing 007.
Stormzy and Oritsé Williams join tributes to musician stabbed to death in east London
Singer-songwriter Talay Riley worked on tracks for stars including Tinie Tempah, Britney Spears and Craig David Stormzy and Oritsé Williams are among the artists who have paid tribute to the singer-songwriter Talay Riley, who was stabbed to death in Silvertown, east London. ...
Stock markets fall as concerns persist over tech firms at heart of AI boom
Drops follow sharp sell-off of US tech stock last week while oil prices seesaw after Iran and Israel exchange strikes Business live – latest updates Stock markets have fallen amid concern about the prospects for tech stocks, while oil prices have risen ...
'City's gonna be crazy:' Knicks run electrifies NYC, as Trump's attendance locks down arena
The Knicks' stunning winning streak has energised New York as the team prepares for the third game of the NBA Finals at home.
Stormzy among stars remembering killed Grammy winner
The musician whose real name was Mark Orabiyi - was "a gem", rapper Wretch 32 said.
Eli Lilly stock rises after late-stage trial of next-generation weight-loss drug
Eli Lilly shares gained on Monday, after a late-stage trial of its next-generation weight-loss drug impressed analysts.
My golf buddy worked as a financial adviser. Here’s how I knew his friendship was fake.
According to MarketWatch's source item, My golf buddy worked as a financial adviser. Here’s how I knew his friendship was fake., “He always mentioned how popular I was.” The development sits in VINI's Markets file for readers following markets, companies, finance, insurance, ...
Iran live updates: Trump says US-Iran have reached a deal, opening Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
At least 35 dead after major earthquake strikes southern Philippines
The magnitude-7.8 quake triggered small tsunami waves in the Philippines, Indonesia and Japan.
Eriksen at home and 'doing well' after collapse
Christian Eriksen says he is "doing well" and is at home with his family following his collapse in Sunday's game against Ukraine.
Nottingham attacks inquiry revealed miscarriage of justice, victim's mother says
The bereaved families of the victims of Valdo Calocane speak at a press conference in London.
Xi and Kim push for greater ties between China and North Korea
Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have underscored their commitment to deepen cooperation in a closely watched summit
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Slams Scott Pelley as ‘Completely Out of Touch’ for Claiming ‘60 Minutes’ Firing Was a Surprise
FCC boss Brendan Carr went after journalist Scott Pelley for claiming in his recent New York Times profile that it “hadn’t occurred" to him that he would be fired from “60 Minutes." “One of the reasons why trust in media is so ...
A 7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 35, collapses buildings and sparks tsunami
A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked the southern Philippines, killing at least 35 people
Powerful earthquake in southern Philippines leaves at least 37 dead
People told not to enter damaged buildings for fear of aftershocks from magnitude-7.8 quake At least 37 people have died and hundreds have been injured after a magnitude-7.8 earthquake shook part of the southern Philippines early on Monday, collapsing buildings and triggering ...
Xi Jinping arrives in Pyongyang on trip to revitalise China-North Korea ties
Kim Jong-un welcomes Chinese leader on visit to renew relations strained amid Pyongyang’s closeness with Russia Xi Jinping has arrived in North Korea for a two-day trip, his first in nearly seven years, as China’s leader looks to revitalise ties with his ...
Report: California Independent Medical Review Overturned Most Treatment Requests
Nearly nine-in-10 workers' compensation treatment request denials in California were overturned by independent medical review, a new report shows. The California Department of Industrial Relations and its Division of Workers' Compensation released the annual report on the department's IMR program. & 8230;
California Governor Issues Executive Order to Prep Workers, Businesses for AI Disruption
California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to attempt to deal with the impacts of artificial intelligence on workers and businesses. The order directs the state to explore policies that include severance standards, employment insurance and transition support for & 8230;
Washington Commissioner Issued $167K in Fines in 2Q
A Yakima insurance agent and an unauthorized insurance company are barred from doing business in Washington after Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer issued cease-and-desist orders in April. Those were two enforcement actions during the first quarter in which Kuderer issued fines & 8230;
'We don't look at the sky any more': The Air India crash victims who were not on the plane
A grandfather, a survivor, a witness: one year after the crash, the people on the ground tell their stories.
Stock market jitters remain amid tech fears and renewed Middle East attacks
Markets in Asia are hit by a tech sell-off, and oil is volatile as Iran and Israel launch attacks on each other.
A 7.8 magnitude quake in Philippines kills at least 32, sets off tsunami
A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked the southern Philippines, killing at least 32 people
You may be saving for retirement without realising it. Here's how to check
One simple check could ensure you are not missing out on free money which could help in later life.
Women lured by illegal sperm donor services on social media
A BBC investigation paid £100 for one donor’s “baby batter” delivered by post with a carton of passata.
Nithya Raman advances over Spencer Pratt in Los Angeles mayoral race
Los Angeles City Councilmember Nithya Raman has overtaken Spencer Pratt in the closely watched Los Angeles mayoral primary election.
Eriksen conscious after collapsing in Denmark game
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine but is now conscious, says the Danish Football Association.
Middle East crisis live: Israel says it has struck targets in central and western Iran
IDF says it struck military targets in fresh attacks launched after Donald Trump called Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu urging him not to strike back Full report: Iran launches missiles at Israel Donald Trump also aggressively pushed back against claims that he ...
Broadway revivals and 'Liberation' win big at the Tony Awards, hosted by Pink
According to ABC News's source item, Broadway revivals and 'Liberation' win big at the Tony Awards, hosted by Pink, "Schmigadoon The development sits in VINI's Technology file for readers following technology, science, product policy, markets, infrastructure, and the public consequences of innovation. ...
Australian doctor who underwent world-first brain tumour treatment dies
The melanoma doctor's brain cancer treatment experiment has sparked hope for a breakthrough.
S&P 500 companies can’t stop talking about higher oil prices. But few say they’ll actually hurt profits.
Only seven companies cited oil prices as a reason for cutting or not updating their profit outlooks for the year.
Watch Ariana Grande Launch Her First Tour Since 2019
The Oakland Arena show featured live debuts of a number of songs and the return of older hits like “Break Free” and “Into You”
Zelensky's close European allies set out five conditions for peace talks
The Ukrainian president's meeting with his staunchest European allies came as US President Donald Trump's focus shifts to the war with Iran.
Rob Sand rallies with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats aim to flip Iowa governor seat
Rob Sand rallied a crowd for the first time as the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor on Sunday
Huge crowds throng Madrid streets for Pope's open-air Mass
The pontiff waved at those gathered from his popemobile as he arrived at the Plaza de Cibeles.
Manhunt continues after 12 people shot near festival in Ohio
Police in Toledo say it appears that two people fired weapons and they were "probably shooting at each other".
Cake sheds are making bakers £1,000 a week - but the dream might be over
They may have captured the public's imagination, but are councils coming for the cute cake cupboards?
My husband won’t sell his home so we can live together full time. Is this a red flag after a decade of marriage?
“Our homes are 20 miles apart, and he still drives back and forth almost daily.”
Police officer turned Love Island US contestant faces hometown backlash
Sean Reifel's joined the cast of the popular reality series less than a year after he joined his hometown's police force.
Andreeva wins French Open as Chwalinska fairytale ends
Teenager Mirra Andreeva fulfils her huge potential with a first Grand Slam title as Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska is denied a fairytale French Open victory.
‘How do we know you won’t be the next John Fetterman?’: bruised Democrats weigh how to win back voters
The party may reclaim the US House and even Senate, but primary candidates are far from united on how to move forward Across the country, in front yards and on main streets, at dairy breakfasts and inside breweries, voters are delivering a ...
Iran says staff blocked from entering US after players given World Cup visas
Iranian officials say technical staff have been denied visas, hours after the US said players could enter the country.
A new exchange of fire with Iran in the Gulf tests the fragile ceasefire
Iran has fired ballistic missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait, according to Bahrain's government
Your middle-aged friend starts dating your daughter - drama explores what happens next
The new drama centres on Alice discovering best friend Steve is dating her 26-year-old daughter.
Late night and 'full throttle' - the World Cup watch parties going all out
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just around the corner, why not catch a bit of the action from a more surprising location?
Armenia votes as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government
Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third term despite falling domestic support.
US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire
The US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sites. Tehran responds by targeting US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.