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2 roadside bombs in northwest Pakistan kill at least 7
Authorities in Pakistan say two roadside bombs in the northwestern region have killed at least seven people
Pope Leo XIV heads to northern Italy to honor St. Augustine and migrant saint Cabrini
Pope Leo XIV is traveling to northern Italy to honor St. Augustine and Mother Frances Cabrini
Ukrainian officials criticize Polish president's decision to strip Zelenskyy of honor
Polish President Karol Nawrocki has decided to strip Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Poland's highest state honor
Top banker tried to sway Pope Leo XIV on rare earth mining
The head of Latin America's top development bank has made a case to Pope Leo XIV about the potential of rare earth mining
2 freight trains collide in Germany, sending 2 wagons plunging off bridge; 1 dead
Two freight trains collided on a railway bridge in Germany overnight
India's Cockroach Party supporters bang plates to call for education minister's resignation
Supporters of India's viral Cockroach Janta Party have banged steel plates with spoons in a protest demanding the education minister's resignation
Russia strikes an apartment block in Ukraine's Kharkiv city, killing 1
Russian guided bombs struck an apartment block in Kharkiv, Ukraine, killing at least one person and injuring nine, including a child
Founder of Assassin's Creed maker Ubisoft killed in a plane crash in western France
A founder of Ubisoft, the global gaming company behind Assassin's Creed, has been killed in a plane crash in western France
Russia frees 24 Filipinos after Marcos talks with Putin
Russia has freed 24 Filipinos detained for months without charges in Siberia
Ghost of far-right paramilitaries hovers over Colombia’s presidential runoff vote
Colombians will choose on Sunday between two men whose lives have been very differently shaped by the militias, and whose visions for the country are poles apart Whoever wins Sunday’s presidential runoff vote in Colombia, the country’s next leader will have a ...
Chabria: Behested payments aren't illegal, but they are a problem. Especially for Newsom
Media and pundits pounced on millions in charity payments Gov. Gavin Newsom has solicited for nonprofits, including ones his wife is involved in.
Tourist dies in Dominican Republic luxury resort fire
Nearly 1,700 people were evacuated from the huge blaze at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe, a popular resort town on the Caribbean coast.
Zelensky returns highest Polish honour after award stripped
Ukraine's president said his country was open to "engagement" about "difficult and painful chapters of our shared past".
Bolivian president declares state of emergency
The move comes after weeks of anti-government protests that have caused a shortage of basic goods in Bolivia.
Iran says Strait of Hormuz will be closed over Israel attacks on Lebanon
Iran said Israel's continued attacks in Lebanon are a breach of Tehran's agreement with the US to end the war.
Sibling rivals line up for different teams
Sibling rivals are lining up for different teams at the World Cup, with seven pairs of brothers in total at this tournament.
Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage
Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size.
Why Harry Kane is different at this tournament
Former England captain Alan Shearer explains what has changed for Harry Kane since his struggles at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Watch: BBC reports from the site as investigators give update
A train driver dies and 100 people are injured in the crash on Friday.
Meloni tells Trump to 'focus on your own popularity' as row escalates
The US president earlier questioned Meloni's popularity after suggesting she "begged" for a photo at G7 summit
Five injured in suspected anti-Muslim attacks after armed man roamed Edinburgh streets
Two people were injured close to a mosque and a man was later seen battering the door of a pizzeria as members of the public run away.
Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast
After Andy Burnham’s by-election victory, support for the prime minister is evaporating, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
Nine people in critical condition among 100 injured in fatal Bedford train crash
British Transport Police says the collision, which killed a train driver, is being investigated.
Australia confirms first case of H5N1 bird flu as virus reaches every continent
Australia was previously the only continent where the H5N1 bird flu strain had not yet been found.
African and Caribbean nations call for formal apology for transatlantic slavery
The leaders have asked for apologies from the countries that benefited from the slave trade, as well as debt relief and financial compensation.
Watch: World Cup fans react to US defeating Australia to reach knockout round
US supporters were delighted after their team won 2-0 against the Socceroos while Australian fans were left disappointed but still hopeful.
Nigerian migrants returning from South Africa face the same economic issues they left behind
Nigerians repatriated from South Africa following a series of anti-migrant marches and reported attacks on some foreign nationals are struggling to settle into a new life back home
Popping a cocktail of supplements every day might be doing you more harm than good
While many of us take supplements regularly, there are some risks people may not be aware of.
Paraguay's Almiron first player sent off for covering mouth
Paraguay's Miguel Almiron is the first player to be shown a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent - doing so during the World Cup match against Turkey.
World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up
While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti.
Flawed but relentless Scotland show themselves as men of substance
Morocco threatened to blow Scotland away early on, but Steve Clarke's squad showed their resilience despite defeat, writes Tom English.
Harry and Meghan offered royal accommodation during UK visit
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to visit the UK with their children next month, for the first time since 2022.
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.
A boat with migrants capsized north off Libya, leaving 51 dead or missing, group says
A monitoring group says a boat carrying dozens of migrants bound for European shores capsized off the coast of Libya last week, leaving 51 people dead or missing
British police are responding to reports of a train collision north of London
British police say they are responding to reports of a train collision north of London
Police respond to reports of two trains colliding north of London
British police say they are responding to a report of a collision between two trains in the Bedford area north of London
Mourners bury 6-month-old Ebola victim, marking third orphanage death in outbreak
Mourners in eastern Congo have gathered to bury a 6-month-old girl who died from Ebola earlier this week
Polish president strips Zelenskyy of honor over naming army unit after WWII group
Polish President Karol Nawrocki has decided to strip Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Poland's highest state distinction
Ghana conference urges slave-trade nations to issue apologies and reparations
African and Caribbean leaders in Ghana are urging former slave-trading nations to issue apologies and reparations for the trafficking of enslaved Africans
Authorities find 4 bodies outside Mexico City while searching for a missing American
Mexican authorities were working Friday to identify four bodies found on the outskirts of Mexico City as part of the search efforts to locate a married couple who disappeared in May while living in Chicago and Mexico, a local prosecutor told The ...
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 ...
Zelensky stripped of highest Polish honour over WW2 name of army unit
Ukraine has denounced the move, calling it a "strategic mistake" and "disrespectful".
Nervy, optimist, die-hard: What sort of fan are you?
Take our World Cup quiz and discover your fan personality type.
The US star who couldn't be an American under Trump's plan
Folarin Balogun scored two goals on his World Cup debut, but he is the type of person President Trump is trying to ban under birthright citizenship.
Scotland fans dejected after loss to Morocco at World Cup
Fans at home and at the World Cup in the US watched as Scotland lost 1-0 to Morocco.
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.
Why candidates dress up and run in major UK elections
Candidates like Count Binface are motivated to run for different reasons, but their role in politics is a longstanding tradition.
Israel and Hezbollah agree ceasefire, US says, as more Lebanon strikes reported
The agreement followed concerns that continued clashes would undermine the deal to end the war between the US and Iran.
PM under pressure from Labour MPs and ministers to set timetable for exit
The BBC has been told that the transport secretary is among those advising Starmer to set out a timetable.
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.
Driver dead and 33 people seriously injured as Bedford train crash declared major incident
The crash, which happened at about 17:15 BST, has left almost 90 people hurt.
Weather tracker: Severe thunderstorms sweep Europe and east Asia
Strong winds and heavy rain batter Slovenia, while France experiences atypical heatwave Severe thunderstorms swept across the Balkans last week, bringing widespread destruction to parts of the region. The storms developed as unstable hot air lingered over the Adriatic Sea while a ...
Asia's richest man Ambani announces what could be India's biggest share sale
India's largest telecom operator is expected to raise around $4bn (£3.02bn), according to media reports.
Boy, 12, wins hearts after trying to check sick chicken into Ethiopian hospital
Markos's beloved hen was not responding to any treatments - so he did the only thing he could think of.
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi to stand trial for rape
French prosecutors confirm Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, in accusations dating back to 2023.
Six-year-old Ebola patient taken from DR Congo hospital found and 'doing well'
Health facilities have come under attack during the current outbreak as a result of misinformation and fear.
Mexico advances in the World Cup and other top photos
June 12-18, 2026 Mexico became the first country to reach the knockout stage of the World Cup, beating South Korea 1-0. Merlín the duck is celebrated as the team mascot. Conservative Keiko Fujimori leads progressive Roberto Sánchez as votes are slowly counted ...
Vietnamese man deported from U.S. to South Sudan is repatriated after months in detention
A Vietnamese national deported to South Sudan by the Trump administration under its controversial third-country deportation program was repatriated to Vietnam on Friday after spending more than a year in detention
Dragon Boat Festival links modern China to traditions more than 2,000 years old
The Dragon Boat Festival is a more than 2,000-year-old Chinese holiday celebrated across mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan
Meloni slams Trump's claim she 'begged' for a photo with him
The Italian government is pushing back after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed Premier Giorgia Meloni had "begged" for a photo with him during the recent G7 meeting
Police in Bali foil an attempt to trade protected 21 live green sea turtles
Authorities in Bali have foiled an illegal trade of 21 protected green sea turtles
Conflict over cattle in Brazil's Amazon highlights tensions for Indigenous peoples
In northern Brazil, a debate over cattle and conservation is unfolding on Bananal Island
ICC prosecutor temporarily suspended from British bar
The British bar association has temporarily suspended Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, pending disciplinary proceedings
Canadian auto parts magnate Frank Stronach found guilty of sexual assault
Austrian-Canadian billionaire Frank Stronach has been found guilty of sexual assault and indecent assault
Armenia's opposition faces arrests as it contests the ruling party's election win
Several opposition members have been arrested in Armenia as a top pro-Russia party has asked the top court to annul the election win by the ruling party led by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan
Farage blames Makerfield defeat on anti-Starmer votes
The Reform UK leader says he is "disappointed" with his party's performance in the key by-election.
Thousands of HGV drivers given bogus medical tests in the back of vans
Trading Standards said Doctors on Wheels promised tests for "just under £60" undercutting competitors.
Thirty rioters sentenced for disorder which saw police officer set on fire
The deaths of teenagers Kyrees Sullivan and Harvey Evans sparked a night of violence in Cardiff in 2023.
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.
Minimum age of 11 set for UK puberty blocker trial
Gender-questioning children will have to be at least 11 years old to take part in a clinical trial of puberty-blocking drugs.
Amber extreme heat warning issued as 35C heatwave approaches
Temperatures are expected to peak in the mid-30s Celsius on Monday and Tuesday with impacts on health and a risk of disruption to travel.
Why Morocco game could be greatest of all for Scotland
Scotland will need their best display since Steve Clarke took over to achieve the result against Morocco that will secure knockout tournament football for the first time, writes Tom English.
Historic by-election win sends message to Labour and SNP, says Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch hailed the Scottish Conservatives' first by-election win since 1973, after the party took Aberdeen South from the SNP.
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.
Henry Zeffman: What does Keir Starmer do next after Andy Burnham's Makerfield win?
Discussion about the prime minister's future ramps up after Makerfield by-election.
About 300 children and teachers rescued after fire breaks out at Tokyo school
Officials say a fire broke out at an elementary school in downtown Tokyo, but that all of the roughly 300 students and teachers were evacuated or rescued
Cambodian Supreme Court upholds incitement conviction of opposition politician in charged case
Cambodia's Supreme Court has upheld the incitement conviction of prominent opposition politician Rong Chhun but suspended the remainder of his prison sentence, allowing him to remain free while barring him from politics for years
In Trump's shadow, Vance becomes face of Iran deal
His fierce defence of the Iran plan amid mounting criticism comes as speculation intensifies about a possible 2028 presidential run.
Zimbabwe MPs pass bill to extend president's time in power
The proposal would extend Emmerson Mnangagwa's term by two years and scrap direct presidential elections.
Do it at home too, women tell Japanese fans who cleaned World Cup stadium
Some see a double standard: Japanese men who clean in public while their wives do all the housework.
Long list of U.S. concessions to Iran raises specter of a 'lost war'
Details of the framework peace agreement were finally shared with the public, revealing a raft of compromises with Tehran long opposed by Republicans.
Plans to end gazumping with binding agreements in house sales shake-up
Sales agreements will be legally binding sooner and making sellers provide more home information up front are part of the planned changes.
Scotland fans fly 22 hours in tiny plane to World Cup
David Smith and Fraser MacIntyre flew across the Atlantic, with stops in Iceland, Greenland and northern Canada.
London Marathon to be two-day event in 2027
The London Marathon will be held across two days in a special one-off edition of the event in 2027, organisers have confirmed.
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.
Sir John Curtice: Burnham's win against Reform represents remarkable personal success
Andy Burnham not only retained the share of the vote Labour won in the seat in 2024 but increased it.
Scottish Conservatives win first Westminster by-election in more than 50 years
The Tories take Aberdeen South, while the SNP wins in Arbroath and Broughty Ferry.
Burnham says 'tonight could be the turning point' in his victory speech
Andy Burnham delivers his victory speech after Makerfiled by-election.
Chris Mason: Emphatic win leaves Starmer with big decision on leadership
The PM will see the stonking scale of Andy Burnham's victory - will it shift his outlook, his defiance, so frequently recently expressed?
Barbados prime minister announces manifesto for slavery reparations
Updated document, which emphasises harm done to African women, is being considered by other Caribbean countries Barbados’s prime minister, Mia Mottley, has announced a new manifesto from Caribbean leaders asserting the “moral, ethical and legal case” for reparations over damage caused by ...
CDC to tap $107m in emergency funding for Ebola response in DRC and Uganda
Number of people infected now tops 1,000 though health officials say the global risk remains low Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will tap $107m in emergency funding for Ebola outbreak ...
Parents of Serbia's teenage school shooter given jail terms in retrial
The boy was 13 when he killed eight girls, a boy and a school guard at Vladislav Ribnikar school in Belgrade in 2023.
Macron's diplomatic efforts bring Trump closer to European views
French President Emmanuel Macron's effort to court U.S. President Donald Trump culminated in a surprise moment at the Versailles Palace
Peru’s president announces that Pope Leo will visit in early November
Peruvian President José María Balcázar has announced that Pope Leo XIV will visit Peru in early November
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".
Mom of pregnant teen with cancer who died challenges Dominican Republic abortion ban
The mother of a teenage girl who died after doctors in the Dominican Republic delayed treating her for cancer because she was pregnant is challenging the country's strict abortion ban
Puerto Rico roiled by widening political crisis as top official comes under fire
The administration of Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer González is mired in a new political crisis tied to a top government official that serves as her chief of staff
BBC pulls new Ashley Cain series after sexist language accusations
The BBC said it has "no future projects" with Cain planned as it pulls his BBC Three documentary series Into the Danger Zone
Brexit cost 6% of UK economy, Bank of England company data suggests
Analysis showed how much the UK could have grown if it had not exited the EU.
The pressure on the Church of England to ditch its slavery reparations plan
Will the Church's commitments still be delivered, or do shifting political winds mean there is no longer the will to do so?
US lifts naval blockade as Iran's supreme leader says Trump made deal 'out of desperation'
Iran's supreme leader says he disagrees with the deal and Donald Trump signed it "out of desperation".
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
Church of England apologizes for role in forced adoptions as recent as the mid-1970s
The Church of England has apologized for its role in forced adoptions as recent as the mid-1970s
Putin and leaders of Southeast Asia agree to bolster ties at a summit in Russia
President Vladimir Putin is hailing Russia's ties with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as he hosts a summit intended to strengthen economic and political ties with the bloc
Poland arrests a suspect in daylight killing of a Russian artist critical of Putin
Polish authorities have arrested a man suspected of fatally shooting a Russian activist critical of President Vladimir Putin
Residents return to war-ravaged southern Lebanon with hope and sorrow after the US-Iran deal
Many Lebanese from the country's south hope the U.S.-Iran deal marks the start of better times but their hopes are mixed with skepticism - there had been too many ceasefires that had failed to halt the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah
As Hungary’s Magyar joins EU summit, sidelined Orban meets with far-right allies
European Union leaders are meeting in Brussels without Hungary's Viktor Orbán for the first time in 16 years
UK border official and former Hong Kong cop jailed for spying on behalf of China
A former U.K. border official and a retired Hong Kong police officer have been sentenced for spying on dissidents in Britain
Ebola cases increase almost 40% in a week as death toll passes 200
The Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has claimed 204 deaths, with 894 confirmed cases, Africa's Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said
South African men sentenced in ‘world’s largest’ rhino horn trafficking case
‘Mastermind’ Dawie Groenewald given fine of 2m rand or four-year jail term almost 16 years after arrest Two traffickers of rhino horns have been sentenced by a South African court in what police said was the world’s largest such case, partly bringing ...
Lawyer in high-profile Ugandan treason case charged with related offence
Uganda's military chief had boasted of "the hurt and pain" he would inflict on Erias Lukwago, who was arrested earlier this week.
Bird flu kills more than 75% of baby seals on remote Australian island, study finds
Scientists say 13,000 southern elephant seal pups on Heard Island have died of the H5N1 strain.
Jury fails to reach verdict in Norwegian 'hitman' trial
Johannes Natland, 19, was remanded in custody and will now face a retrial.
Suspected gang leader shot dead in flower bouquet ambush at airport
The gunmen concealed their weapons behind flowers and stuffed toys while waiting for the victim outside Guayaquil airport.
Weapons, money and ships: How is this Iran deal different from others?
BBC Verify examines how the new deal between the US and Iran affects three key areas.
British man dies in paragliding accident in Spain
Authorities in Catalonia confirmed that the 63-year-old died in the Palau de Noguera area on Wednesday.
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.
Mexico hopes to put nerves behind it against South Korea in key World Cup match
After letting emotions hamper their precision during an emotional World Cup opener, Mexico is pushing for a sharper effort against South Korea on Thursday.
Drug users don't lose their gun rights, Supreme Court rules
A unanimous Supreme Court ruled for gun rights and against drug laws in a flip of longstanding federal law that prohibited drug users from possessing a gun.
Kane is England's greatest striker, says Lineker
Gary Lineker thinks Harry Kane is "the greatest English striker we've ever had" after the England captain equalled his record of 10 World Cup goals.
GTA 6 pre-order date and cover art revealed by Rockstar
The developer has said pre-sales of the hugely anticipated game will begin on 25 June.
Hegseth renews Nato criticism and says US will review presence in Europe
The US defence secretary's move follows a US decision to scale back its commitments to a high readiness force within the alliance.
Vulnerable patients' lives made 'miserable' by abuse, Muckamore inquiry finds
The long-awaited final report is expected to reveal the extent of the mistreatment of patients at the hospital.
'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.
Moscow residents complain of black rain after largest Ukrainian attack hits oil refinery
A refinery and a shopping centre burned after almost 200 Ukrainian drones struck an area to the south-east of the Russian capital.
Teacher who murdered adopted baby son Preston Davey given whole life prison sentence
Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.
Bowen: US-Iran deal raises inescapable question of what the war was for
While the human cost is clear, the Iranian regime has not just survived the war, it has been empowered.
Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after boy injured in crocodile enclosure
A three-year-old boy was taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital with critical injuries and is in a stable condition, Cambridgeshire Police said.
Trump says he will visit India as frosty relationship with Modi thaws
Trump made the announcement during chat where he also vowed to protect India.
Japan ramping up defence is 'critical' to prevent war, Defence Minister Koizumi tells BBC
Japan needs to revisit the pacifist posture that has defined it since World War Two, Shinjiro Koizumi says.
A special election in the UK could hasten the rise of Andy Burnham and the end for Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer's future as Britain's prime minister is on the line in a special election in Makerfield in northwest England
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.
An ancient oak tree said to have sheltered legendary Robin Hood has died
The 1,200-year-old Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, linked to the legend of Robin Hood, is believed to have died
From one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after first game
All 48 teams at the World Cup have now played once. BBC Sport's experts have ranked them all, from best to worst. Who is top? Not defending champions Argentina.
Why are Scotland fans putting traffic cones on statues in Boston?
The practice is familiar to anyone from Glasgow, where the Duke of Wellington statue has been wearing a jaunty orange hat since the 1980s.
'If we lose, we lose in our way' - how Tuchel inspired 'fearful' England
England players were on the receiving end of a half-time reproach from manager Thomas Tuchel as their World Cup campaign got off to a victorious start against Croatia.
Harry Kane explains the strategy behind his stuttered penalty run-up
Harry Kane was able to give England the lead against Croatia from the penalty spot - but only thanks to the video assistant referee.
Voters head to the polls for Makerfield by-election
There are 14 candidates vying to be the Greater Manchester constituency's new MP.
Number of job vacancies hits five year-low
Latest figures suggest companies are becoming more cautious about taking on new staff.
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.
Ex-Nigeria oil minister cleared in UK bribery trial
Diezani Alison-Madueke had been accused of receiving bribes from oil tycoons but was found not guilty by a jury at Southwark Crown Court.
Equatorial Guinea government resigns after missing targets, vice president says
Equatorial Guinea's government has resigned after achieving only about 10% of its goals, according to Vice President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue
Trump has nothing but praise for Modi at G7 after tensions over US military strike, trade
U.S. President Donald Trump described Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as his loyal friend, despite tensions over trade and oil sanctions
Titan sub: design flaws and company groupthink central to catastrophe, report finds
Canadian officials find structural defects in material used for hull and say firm failed to fully test ‘novel’ design Canadian safety officials have issued a damning report on the catastrophic final voyage of the Titan submersible, finding that the US company behind ...
Cannabis commercialisation not decriminalisation drives up usage, study finds
Review reveals rise in users and rates of psychosis in countries where cannabis is sold commercially Decriminalising the possession of cannabis or strictly regulating access to the drug do not appear to drive up usage, but when the drug is sold commercially ...
Watch: Fans celebrate England's 4-2 World Cup victory over Croatia
Supporters for both sides turned out in droves to watch England v Croatia in their opening match of the World Cup.
This was an England we haven't seen for years - and it was fun
Fun to watch and full of intent - this was an England we have not seen for years, writes Phil McNulty.
UN experts demand Iranians free Foremans
They said proceedings against Lindsay and Craig Foreman had been marked by grave irregularities.
Passport 'mega queue' strands Ryanair passengers in Greece
A flight from Athens to Luton leaves without "angry" passengers who are stuck at passport control.
The Ring and Lilo & Stitch actress Daveigh Chase dies aged 35
Chase died from sepsis following a bout with meningitis in a Los Angeles hospital, her longtime manager told the BBC.
Simpler, older version of Stonehenge found three miles from famous site
The structure consisted of two posts that lined up with the solstices 5,000 years ago.
ChatGPT can be made to generate sexualised and violent images, researchers find
But researchers say its still possible to trick the AI chatbot into producing graphic content.
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.
UK military investigates after Russian warship fires warning shots near yacht in the Channel
A Russian warship has fired warning shots near a U.K.-registered pleasure yacht in the English Channel
Microhistory pioneer Carlo Ginzburg, who gave voice to the marginalized, dies at 87
Carlo Ginzburg, a renowned Italian historian, has died at 87
Killing of Russian artist in Poland has hallmarks of political assassination, prime minister says
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says the killing of a Russian artist critical of President Vladimir Putin looks like a political assassination
Japanese fair trade officials raid 6 ice cream makers on suspicion of price fixing
Six major Japanese ice cream makers have been raided by the government fair trade watchdog officials on suspicion of price fixing
Migrants clash with police at a deportation site in South Africa where thousands have gathered
Police have fired rubber bullets and used stun grenades against migrants protesting near a community hall in South Africa where thousands are being processed for deportation
15 countries in Kenya adopt the Mombasa declaration to fight illegal fishing
Fifteen countries have adopted the Mombasa declaration to combat illegal fishing, which experts say costs the global economy up to $50 billion annually
Mangione's lawyers plan psychiatric defence in state murder trial
They will argue he was suffering from "extreme emotional disturbance" at the time UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson was killed.
Uganda court charges lawyer for jailed Ugandan opposition leader with concealing treason
A court in Uganda has charged Erias Lukwago, an attorney for jailed opposition leader Kizza Besigye, with concealing treason
Nigerian man jailed for storing human faeces outside his home
Neighbours said the stench from the property had become so overwhelming that it was impossible to relax at home.
'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.
Aurora Phelps, who lured older men with dating apps, sentenced to 37 years in retiree's disappearance
Aurora Phelps, a 44-year-old American who used dating apps to charm older men, and then looted their finances, has been sentenced to 37 years in prison in a Mexican court for the disappearance of an American retiree whose body was found dumped ...
The Croatia players England should look out for
England face Croatia in their World Cup opener. BBC Sport takes a look at the Croatian players to look out for.
Final push for votes in high stakes Makerfield by-election
Candidates are making their final pitch for votes in the Makerfield by-election in a contest that could determine who becomes the next prime minister.
Ex-health worker tried to sell Catherine's medical records
The individual tried to access the princess' records while she was having abdominal surgery.
BBC announces 550 job cuts as first part of £500m savings plan
In an email to staff, the corporation laid out proposals for the initial 200 job losses in the news division.
Barabak: Gerrymanders, judges and an alley-oop: A look at the midterm fight for control of Congress
With the redistricting battle just about over, Republicans come out ahead but are still at serious risk of losing the House. Democrats face an uphill fight to win the Senate, but their odds have improved.
Vietnam police rescue hundreds of cats stolen for meat by crime ring
Major operation launched after spate of pet thefts in Ho Chi Minh City, according to local media Police in Vietnam have rescued more than 400 cats in a bust of a cat meat crime ring in Ho Chi Minh City, according to ...
Brazil convicts Jair Bolsonaro's son of pursuing US help in father's legal battle
Eduardo Bolsonaro called the conviction "baseless and senseless".
Lululemon apologises after Japanese drum row at Great Wall yoga event
Online uproar follows Canadian brand’s use of taiko drum at sponsored festival held to celebrate Chinese culture The activewear brand Lululemon has apologised after a promotional event held on the Great Wall of China appeared to mistakenly feature a Japanese drum, prompting ...
Leader of South Africa's second biggest party wants his predecessor sacked as minister
John Steenhuisen is one of South Africa's best-known politicians after leading the DA for seven years.
Equatorial Guinea government resigns after failing to meet targets
The vice-president says the government had barely reached 10% of its targets, without specifying them.
Bolivia signs $20m deal with US to fight drug trafficking, foreign ministry says
Under its new president, Bolivia is re-establishing severed ties with the US to combat organised crime.
Lives and incomes lost as Ebola takes toll on Bunia’s public-facing workers
A headteacher, a motorcycle taxi driver and a travel agent are among those who are counting the human and economic cost of the virus Justin Keno watches more than 400 pupils stream through the Nelson Mandela school’s gate each morning, and wonders ...
Australian shock jock wins A$12m payout after radio station tore up contract
Kyle Sandilands was sacked after an on-air spat with his co-host, who accused him of bullying.
Sudan’s young women return to international soccer as war and taboos linger
Sudan's under-17 women's national soccer team has made its first international appearance since civil war erupted in the country
Norway's crown princess undergoes successful lung transplant, palace says
Crown Princess Mette-Marit, who suffered from pulmonary fibrosis, will now spend several weeks recovering in hospital.
Ebola outbreaks complicated by victims who prefer traditional healers over hospitals
Whenever Ebola comes, some of those stricken choose the road to the nearest hospital
Search for six-year-old Ebola patient after armed men storm DR Congo hospital
Health facilities have come under attack during the current outbreak as a result of misinformation and fear.
Status quo at Jerusalem's holiest site under threat as Israeli nationalists flout rules
Israeli nationalists are increasingly flouting a convention on how faiths share the al-Aqsa mosque compound.
Seven-year-old Abdiqadir was hit in a US airstrike. Without a $750 operation, he may lose his ability to walk
Abdiqadir Salah was pierced by shrapnel in a bombing that killed 12 in Somalia. But as the US denies civilians were hurt they face no hope of compensation Read more: Killed walking home from school: why did Somali children become targets of ...
Africa's clean energy projects face financing barrier from credit rating rules
Billions pledged for Africa's clean energy transition are failing to translate into projects on the ground as high financing costs deter investors
As crime surges in some Latin American countries, a far-right backlash is brewing
At the start of this decade, Latin America leaned left as progressive politicians gained power amid public outrage over inequities worsened by the pandemic
Police rescue hundreds of cats from being eaten in Vietnam
Police in Vietnam seized more than 400 cats in a major bust of an animal theft ring
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has received a lung transplant
Norway's royal house says Crown Princess Mette-Marit has undergone a successful lung transplant
Spain's former PM Zapatero faces questioning by judge in corruption probe
Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero has appeared before a judge in Madrid
Protesters block copper exports to China from Rio Tinto mine in Mongolia
Protesters have blocked copper exports from a Rio Tinto mine in Mongolia, partially disrupting supply of a mineral important to China's renewable energy sector
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.
UK prime minister calls actions of Russian warship reckless but not sinister
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the crew of a Russian warship of acted recklessly in firing a warning shots near a British yacht in the English Channel
Philippine Senate president allied with Duterte removed ahead of his daughter's impeachment trial
A leadership standoff in the Philippine Senate has ended with the removal of an ally of former President Rodrigo Duterte as Senate leader
Kenya accused of deporting Taiwanese conference delegates on China's behalf
Taiwan has blamed China for pressuring the Kenyan government to deny Taiwanese scholars entry to attend a global oceans conference and for deporting them
Zelenskyy says G7 leaders pledge more vital help for Ukraine against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has secured key support from world leaders at the Group of Seven summit in France
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.
Government to apologise to victims of forced adoptions in England
An apology will be issued on behalf of the state over the historic practice, the education secretary says.
Abuse hurled at judge as first group of rioters sentenced for Ely disorder
The deaths of teenagers Kyrees Sullivan and Harvey Evans in 2023 sparked hours of violence and vandalism.
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.
TV personality Ashley Cain accused of using sexist and misogynistic language
The former footballer is known for presenting BBC Three's Ashley Cain: Into the Danger Zone.
Harry and Meghan to bring children to UK next month
It will be the first time the Duke of Sussex has brought his children to the UK in four years.
Israel launches fresh strikes on Lebanon despite Trump criticism
Speaking on Tuesday, Trump said Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu needed "to be more responsible with respect to Lebanon".
'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.
PM warns Burnham against immediate leadership challenge if he wins by-election
Keir Starmer says Labour should focus on a subsequent Manchester mayoral race if Andy Burnham wins in Makerfield.
Germany and Poland to sign a new defense deal as balance of power in Europe shifts
Germany and Poland are expected to sign a new defense agreement to strengthen European military cooperation amid tensions with Russia
Jair Bolsonaro’s son sentenced to four years in jail for seeking US interference in father’s Brazil coup trial
Brazil supreme court finds that Eduardo Bolsonaro – who resides in the US - tried to get sanctions put on judges trying ex-president over coup plot Brazil’s supreme court has sentenced Eduardo Bolsonaro to four years and two months in prison after ...
Ghana to advance reparatory justice at first major gathering since landmark UN resolution
Heads of state and participants from more than 80 countries at three-day event in Accra to pursue actionable commitments to reconciliation and restitution Ghana is hosting a conference to advance the continent’s push for reparatory justice after the adoption of the landmark ...
Sierra Leone’s first lady refuses to condemn FGM without ‘reliable data’ on harms
Exclusive: health professionals, survivors and politicians voice concerns in open letter over comments by Fatima Maadi Bio, who denies supporting the practice The first lady of Sierra Leone has denied that she supports female genital mutilation amid rising anger around her perceived ...
'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.
Project Mbappe - the road to becoming France's record scorer
Kylian Mbappe has become France's all-time record scorer, aged just 27. BBC Sport takes a closer look at how he got here.
Cadbury chocolate-owner Mondelez defends staying in Russia
Mondelez boss Dirk Van de Put says it was the "right decision" to remain after the war with Ukraine.
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.
Swedish court imprisons man convicted of pressuring his wife to sell sexual services
A Swedish court has convicted a man of charges including aggravated procurement for pressuring his wife into selling sex to a large number of other men
Brazil's top court convicts son of former President Bolsonaro for coercion
Brazil's Supreme Court convicted former lawmaker Eduardo Bolsonaro on Tuesday for coercion
Iran war is a 'wake-up call' for Southeast Asia's energy sector, report says
The International Energy Agency says Southeast Asia's power sector is too open to risks from its dependence on imports of oil and gas from a limited number of suppliers
Toronto police say gun-for-hire networks linked to US Consulate shooting
Toronto police have linked multiple shootings, including one at the U.S. Consulate in March, to complex gun-for-hire networks
South Africa marks 50 years since Soweto uprising, but challenges linger
South Africa marks the 50th anniversary of the Soweto uprising by students, a pivotal moment in the fight against apartheid
Uffizi Gallery unveils new arrangement for Botticelli's 'Birth of Venus' and 'Primavera'
The Uffizi Gallery has repositioned Sandro Botticelli's masterpieces "The Birth of Venus" and "Primavera."
Monumental cave art on Paris' oldest bridge finally opens, as the public steps and sniffs inside
French street artist JR has transformed Paris' oldest bridge, the Pont Neuf, into an artificial cavern
A Russian artist who was critical of Putin is killed near his home in Poland
Polish prosecutors say a 44-year-old Russian artist who has been critical of President Vladimir Putin was shot and killed at close range near his home in eastern Poland
Nations in Kenya urge quick execution of a key treaty protecting oceans
African and Commonwealth nations have called for a swift implementation of a landmark treaty protecting the high seas
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.
Briton on around-the-world walk since 1998 refused access to Channel Tunnel for final leg
Karl Bushby says he is prepared to swim the channel in order to complete his 28-year journey.
German broadcaster removes TV intro after Elon Musk takes legal action
ZDF TV responded to a "cease and desist" letter after the tech trillionaire condemned the broadcaster's "outrageous lies".
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?
Watch: Why is Trump furious with Netanyahu over strikes on Lebanon?
The BBC's Tom Bateman looks at the US president's reaction to what he called "vicious" strikes.
Somaliland opens Jerusalem embassy after Israel's recognition of its independence
The move comes six months after Israel became the first country to recognise the breakaway East African state.
Cuba tourism collapses as US pressure campaign bites
The number of foreign visitors is down by 58% compared to last year, Cuban officials say, amid sanctions and an effective oil blockade.
Swedish man jailed for four years for coercing wife into sex with 120 men
The 61-year-old was found to have coerced his wife into sexual acts with men he found online in exchange for payment.
Hundreds of cats stolen for food in Vietnam rescued by police, welfare group says
Police have arrested nine people and rescued more than 400 cats destined for slaughter, with more than 40 reunited with their owners.
Venezuela signs deal with US energy giant to rebuild power grid
The deal with General Electric is the latest sign of co-operation between US firms and Venezuela's interim government.
Fujitsu chair resigns after ‘woman-related inappropriate conduct’
Japanese technology company at centre of Post Office IT scandal is negotiating settlement with UK government over faulty software Business live – latest updates The chair of Fujitsu, the Japanese technology firm at the centre of the Post Office IT scandal, has ...
France's oldest female detainee, 79, goes on trial for in-law's grisly murder
A dismembered body found in a chain-bound trunk in the Seine in 1995 was only recently connected to the defendant by DNA evidence.
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