Ex-head monk of China's 'kung fu temple' jailed for embezzlement
Shi Yongxin is sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and bribery.
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Canadian 'poison seller' pleads guilty to aiding suicides by selling toxic chemical online
Families say he should also be charged in Britain after he sold toxic substances to people across the world, including the UK.
'Controversial' North Korean invasion setting for next Call of Duty game
Developer Infinity Ward said the game will be "grounded in the military authenticity" the series is known for.
Former US attorney general Pam Bondi testifies in congressional Epstein probe
The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.
What does Blue Origin rocket mishap mean for Nasa's Moon mission?
Science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains why the explosion is a setback for space exploration.
A court in Kenya blocks U.S. plan to keep American Ebola patients in Africa
A facility built by the U.S. military on a Kenyan air base was intended to isolate Americans exposed to Ebola during the growing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Exploding rocket casts doubts over Nasa's Moon plans
Explosion of Blue Origin rocket is a setback for the company and for Nasa's Moon plans.
Eight students arrested in Kenya after suspected deadly school arson attack
Sixteen pupils died in the fire that ripped through a dormitory while they were asleep.
After a brutal winter, Ukraine’s drones are breaking Russian defenses
Russia’s advance has suddenly stalled, and Ukraine is fighting on its own terms — a comeback credited to Kyiv’s efforts to steadily strengthen the capabilities of its UAVs.
Mother-in-law of Indian bride whose death set off media frenzy arrested
Twisha Sharma's death on 12 May has sparked rival claims of murder and suicide and dominated headlines.
Watch: Moment 14-year-old wins US national spelling bee
A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition.
Nato condemns Russian 'recklessness' after drone hits Romanian residential block
Romania will hold an emergency meeting following the incident, in which two people were injured.
Moment Blue Origin rocket explodes during test in Florida
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on a launch pad at Cape Canaveral in Florida on Thursday night.
Netanyahu says he has directed IDF to increase control of Gaza to 70%
The expansion in control by Israel would contradict the terms of the ceasefire Israel and Hamas agreed to in October 2025.
Italy restores lucky testicles on bull mosaic worn down by tourists
The artwork is the centre of a tradition that involves visitors performing three spins on it for good fortune.
Survival before safety for Delhi's poor as temperatures hit 45C
As temperatures peak, Delhi’s informal workers continue working despite growing health risks.
How did this novel about food win a Booker Prize this year?
Taiwan Travelogue is the first novel translated from Mandarin Chinese to win the prestigious award.
US and Iran 'very close' to deal but 'not there yet', Vance says
US officials earlier told the BBC that the framework of a ceasefire extension deal had been agreed, pending the approval of Trump and Iran's leadership.
Man jailed for 15 years over plot to attack Taylor Swift concert in Vienna
A 21-year-old Austrian man is found guilty of planning the attack and other terrorism-related offences.
Portugal breaks hottest May day record as Europe swelters in heatwave
French students are taking their exams in baking schools, while red alerts are issued in Italy.
Learning from Ukraine war, Hezbollah is now using fibre-optic drones to hit Israel
Fibre-optic drones are now Hezbollah's primary weapon against Israel's soldiers and civilians.
Gaza City hospitals say several killed in strike, as Israel targets Hamas leaders
At least five children were reportedly killed in the strike, which appears to have targeted a Hamas commander.
