Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin spurns Trump's truce bid
Almost every district in the capital sustained damage after Russia fired a record 550 drones, Ukraine says.
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Roadblocks replace rallies as Serbian protesters demand new elections
After months of rallies, Serbian protesters are calling for people to join a campaign of civil disobedience.
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom confirm split
The couple said they were "shifting their relationship" to "focus on co-parenting”.
Gaza doctor’s death in Israeli strike devastates medical community
Marwan al-Sultan, director of Gaza’s Indonesian Hospital, provided harrowing accounts of how the health care system collapsed over the course of the war.
Australia navigates uncertainty of U.S. agreements in the Trump era
The Pentagon is reviewing AUKUS, a strategic military deal between the United States, Britain and Australia. Australian officials remain confident it’s a good deal.
Russia becomes first state to recognise Afghanistan's Taliban government
The foreign minister in Kabul called Moscow's decision "courageous".
American teen pilot detained on small island in Antarctica
Ethan Guo, 19, had flown his plane across the six other continents before he was arrested, according to his social media.
Trump looks for a win on Israel-Gaza peace deal during Netanyahu visit
Trump’s decision to bomb Iran exposed cracks in his MAGA base. Now he needs a Gaza ceasefire. But whether Israel is ready to commit to peace is unclear.
Oasis 'sounding huge' as comeback tour launches
The band will play the first of 41 highly anticipated dates in Cardiff, after a break of 16 years.
Boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr arrested by US immigration
The boxer, who fought against Jake Paul on Saturday, is accused of ties to the Sinaloa drug cartel.
Congress passes Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' cutting taxes and spending
The president wins over sparring factions within his own party to get the bill passed after months of wrangling.
Gaza aid contractor tells BBC he saw colleagues fire on hungry Palestinians
The Israel- and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has strongly denied the allegation.
Reservoir Dogs actor Michael Madsen dies aged 67
The actor, a near-constant presence in Quentin Tarantino movies, is believed to have died of cardiac arrest.
Austria to change two streets named after Nazi supporters
The move follows a historian's report that said that keeping the names was unconstitutional.
Julio César Chávez Jr., former world champion boxer, detained by ICE
Chávez, formerly the world middleweight champion, was detained by immigration officials in California. He is wanted on organized crime charges in Mexico, DHS said.
Dozens killed in Gaza as Israel intensifies bombardment, rescuers say
Many children and women were reportedly among those killed when a school in Gaza City and a tent in al-Mawasi were hit.
Trump gets major win now - but it comes with risks down the road
The mega-bill helps the president deliver on promises, but also contains the seeds of political peril, writes Anthony Zurcher.
At least 5 dead after ferry sinks on its way to Bali
Some 30 people remain missing, Indonesian authorities said. The death toll could rise as search efforts continue.
Death of Liverpool forward Jota leaves football world in shock
The football world is mourning the death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota, aged 28, in a car crash.
Wildfires rage on Greek island of Crete amid deadly European heat wave
Blazes are burning in countries including Spain, Greece and Turkey in the wake of record-setting temperatures across much of the continent.
Four dead, 14 injured in drive-by shooting outside Chicago nightclub
The crowd was leaving the nightclub following an album release party for rapper Mello Buckzz.
Ethiopia has finished building mega-dam on Nile, PM says
The dam on the Blue Nile has caused major tensions with Egypt and Sudan, and raised fears of war.
Angélique Kidjo first black African to get Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Africa's "premier diva" has been honoured after more than 40 years in the industry.
UN expert calls for companies to stop doing business with Israel
Francesca Albanese also accuses companies which equip Israel of complicity in war crimes.
Denmark takes rare step of adding women to draft amid Russia war fears
Starting this week, Danish women turning 18 will be eligible to be entered into a draft lottery for military service that was previously mandatory for only men.
Kilmar Ábrego García alleges torture and abuse in El Salvador prison
The 29-year-old is now detained in Tennessee after being returned to the US and is awaiting trial on human smuggling charges.
Bangladesh beat hosts Myanmar 2–1 to qualify for 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup
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'A symbol of hope & inspiration - Jota was a Portuguese hero'
Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash aged 28, has been described as a symbol of hope and inspiration by Portugal football expert Marcus Alves.
US Supreme Court to review bans on trans athletes in female sports
The top court will hear challenges to state laws banning transgender athletes in female sports, in a case that could have nation-wide implications.
This French astronaut’s food in space? Foie gras and lobster bisque.
French astronaut Sophie Adenot will take food from Michelin-starred chef Anne-Sophie Pic to the International Space Station during her 2026 European Space Agency mission.
Bear kills motorcyclist in Romanian mountains
The man was dragged down a steep ravine, and despite wearing a helmet and protective clothing, his injuries were "extremely severe", officials say.
Lovebugs vex South Korea, covering hiking trails and sidewalks
The non-native insects have no natural predators and have grown in numbers in recent years. Experts say warming temperatures could be a factor in their proliferation.
Top Russian naval commander latest general to be killed by Ukraine
Maj. Gen. Mikhail Gudkov is one of the highest-ranking Russian commanders killed in the war. His death comes as the U.S. seeks to pause military aid to Ukraine.
Vietnam’s deal with the U.S. will complicate trade with China
Vietnam finds itself caught between its two biggest trading partners as the Trump administration tries to stop Chinese exporters using Vietnam as a way station.
Diogo Jota, Liverpool soccer star, dies in car crash at 28
The Portuguese forward died with his brother André Silva in a car crash in Cernadilla, northern Spain, police said. Jota had married less than two weeks earlier.
Ryanair cancels flights for 30,000 passengers due to French strike
Airlines and France's transport minister has condemned the strikes as unacceptable, at the start of summer holidays.
Big shake-up in Nigerian politics as heavyweights join forces
The two main opposition leaders have split from their parties to contest the next election under a new banner.
