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South Korea, Japan reaffirm pledge to denuclearise Korean peninsula
This comes despite Pyongyang’s repeated pledges to expand its nuclear arsenal.
Portugal gains 725 super-rich residents in five years. Why is it a magnet for wealth?
In recent years, Portugal has seen a sharp rise in the number of ultra-wealthy residents, fuelled by property investment, international capital flows and the appeal of the Portuguese way of life.
Latest news bulletin | June 28th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 28th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
People under 50 are ‘ageing faster’ than previous generations, study finds
As cancer rates continue to climb among people under 50, new research suggests ‘accelerated ageing’ could play a part.
A ‘strategic mistake of colossal proportions’: Why Trump is losing the war on renewables
Donald Trump’s efforts to push polluting coal onto Americans appear to be failing, as more households opt for rooftop solar.
The chicest designer beach club pop-ups in Europe this summer
From Burberry and Dior to Jacquemus and Missoni, these are all the branded takeovers you need to know about in 2026.
China strips generals, ex-financial regulator, politburo member of lawmaker posts
A notice from the National People's Congress Standing Committee provided no reason for the dismissals.
A mayor is taking maternity leave in Japan. Some men are furious
Yawata mayor Shoko Kawata plans to take maternity leave, the first mayor in Japan to do so.
Virtual AI police chief introduced in Osaka amid rising imposter scams
This comes as victims have been swindled out of money by scammers posing as police officers.
Poland's Route 666 to Hel makes its first journey
The famous 666 bus route to the Polish town of Hel is officially back after being dropped in 2023 over concerns about its satanic associations, delighting curious passengers and tourists.
Quantic Dream's Star Wars: Eclipse is struggling: 'We're understaffed,' say devs
The studio's first foray into open-world gaming is facing new hurdles.
A year after losing pandas, western Japan town seeks to rebuild tourism
The number of tourists dropped immediately after the pandas’ departure in June 2025.
U.S. source: Israel-Lebanon deal is roadmap for goals set out in U.S.-Iran memorandum
The source says Friday's agreement ensures 'genuine sovereignty and territorial integrity for Lebanon, and a permanent end to the conflict'
Malaysia vows smooth borders for Johor polls – here’s what voters in Singapore need to do
With polling day falling on a Saturday, traffic from Singapore to Johor is expected to be heavy.
U.S. military deploying additional resources to Venezuela as earthquakes death toll mounts
The U.S. military is sending additional resources to Venezuela, as the death toll continues to mount and tens of thousands of people are still believed to be missing following a pair of devastating earthquakes. U.S. South Command (Southcom) announced on Saturday that a
Bad Bunny: Latin star lights up London with history-making stadium show
Pride and a party as the Puerto Rican becomes the first Latin artist to headline a UK stadium.
Letlow wins GOP nod in Louisiana Senate race
Rep. Julia Letlow (R-La.), buoyed by President Trump’s endorsement, is projected to defeat Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming in the GOP runoff for Sen. Bill Cassidy’s (R-La.) seat, according to Decision Desk HQ. Letlow and Fleming were forced into a runoff after the May
Voting begins in delayed New Caledonia provincial elections
SYDNEY, June 28 - New Caledonia began long-delayed provincial elections on Sunday, with polling stations in the French-ruled Pacific islands under heavy security to ensure safety, New Zealand public broadcaster RNZ reported.
US and Iran exchange strikes and accuse each other of violating ceasefire
Iran says it has launched retaliatory attacks at US infrastructure in Kuwait and Bahrain after the US said it hit multiple targets across Iran.
NSW beaches to get dawn-to-dusk drone patrols in $34m anti-shark program
Premier Chris Minns says he wants to restore confidence to beachgoers after series of shark sightings and attacks Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Shark-spotting drones will fly from dawn to dusk
These women said no to having kids - here's why
From financial constraints to worries about the environment, women tell the BBC why they do not want kids.
Sort Your Life Out: The four most common cluttering mistakes and how to fix them
Tidying expert Dilly Carter shares her best tips on organising your kitchen, lounge and clothes.
I'm in therapy for my 14-hour-a-day phone addiction and I'm determined to beat it
Addiction treatment centres say more clients are coming for help with "out-of-control" phone use.
Expect DEI to be a non-factor in the horse race for Jamie Dimon’s JPMorgan successor
Despite Dimon’s embrace of constructs like DEI over the years, the place is at bottom a meritocracy.
Africa: Africa at the World Cup: Talent Is Not the Problem--The System Is
[allAfrica] Every time the FIFA World Cup comes around, Africa dreams. From the streets of Lagos to the townships of Johannesburg, from the neighborhoods of Casablanca to the villages of Senegal, millions of children watch the world's biggest football tournament believing that
Shark attacks prompt daily drone monitoring of Sydney beaches
A total of 38 beaches in Sydney will be covered, while many regional beaches will also receive extra monitoring.
California state senator running to succeed Pelosi calls out ‘harassment’ at trans march
California state Sen. Scott Wiener (D), who earlier this month advanced to the November general election to succeed former House Speaker Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), said on Saturday that he was “harassed, threatened, and physically intimidated” while attending a march for
‘Every Year After’ Renewed for Season 2 at Amazon; Will Focus on Charlie’s Story From ‘One Golden Summer’ Sequel Book
Get ready to return to Barry’s Bay: “Every Year After” has been renewed for a second season at Amazon’s Prime Video less than a month after its debut. Based on Carley Fortune’s bestselling novel “Every Summer After,” the first season of the drama tells the
Legendary Artist Sheila Hicks, at 92, on the Secret to Creative Vitality
Art, Georgia O’Keeffe believed, springs from “the desire to make the unknown known… and keeping the unknown always beyond you.” We seem to have drifted lightyears away from that motive force, the majority of our epoch’s cultural production aiming to render the market maximally
What news reports from 1600s tell us about life in Mughal India
Thousands of forgotten news reports are reshaping our understanding of Aurangzeb and the Mughal world.
As we stare down more $80 games, it rules that Star Wars Zero Company is $50
Thrifty gaming ain't dead yet.
Jonah Hill’s ‘Cut Off’ Comedy With Kristen Wiig Still Without Release Date Amid “Unreleasable” Claim
The Oscar nominee has previously described the film as a “classic comedy,” comparing it to 'Step Brothers,' 'Clueless' and 'Trading Places.'
Millie Bobby Brown and Louis Partridge on belly laughs, sibling vibes and Enola Holmes
Brown talks to the BBC about having her "hands and heart" all over the detective adventure series.
Tech firms are blaming AI for mega device and console price rises
Xbox consoles, Nintendo's new Switch 2 and Valve's Steam Deck are just some of the gadgets seeing price hikes in recent months.
Why Kim Jong Un never talks about his mother - or her controversial bloodline
Very few North Koreans know about her, as her origin could threaten the regime’s legitimacy.
6.1-magnitude quake jolts north-eastern Japan, no tsunami warning issued
The focus of the 5.21am (4.21am Singapore time) quake was in the Pacific off Iwate prefecture at a depth of 40km.
Orphan Black is waiting to be rediscovered on Netflix
Orphan Black is one of the best biopunk TV shows, exploring the lives of clones and a corporation's pursuit of them
Female baboons keep family bonds strong: Research reveals the benefits
Baboons are one of the most widespread of Africa's primate groups. They range across sub-Saharan Africa and into the Arabian Peninsula. Baboons' ability to spread across such a vast geographic area is based on their great ecological adaptability and dietary flexibility. This
To get Thief Remastered's cutscenes right, Nightdive brought on the dev behind the 1998 originals
Dan Thron is in the house.
US carries out fresh strikes against Iran after tanker struck in Hormuz, escalating hostilities
By Jana Choukeir and Jasper Ward DUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 28 (Reuters) - The U.S. military said it struck Iran again, hours after a tanker was hit in the Strait of Hormuz, in the worst escalation since the two sides signed an interim peace deal two weeks ago. Each of the warring
Centcom: US conducts additional strikes on Iran
U.S. Central Command (Centcom) said on Saturday that U.S. forces conducted additional strikes against multiple Iranian targets in response to an attack against a Panama-flagged tanker near the Strait of Hormuz. “CENTCOM forces launched strikes today in direct response to