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50 items · updated Jun 29, 2026, 06:40 PM
Ukrainian charged in Germany over Nord Stream blasts
Jul 1, 2026, 06:19 PM
A Ukrainian citizen has been charged in Germany over the Nord Stream pipeline blasts. Ukraine denies involvement in the case, which could have serious implications for its relationship with Germany.
Greek politician's mother dies of wounds after arson attack
Jul 1, 2026, 05:56 PM
The mother of a Greek politician has died of her wounds following an arson attack, one of three separate attacks involving petrol bombs and other improvised devices in Thessaloniki in the early hours of Wednesday. Authorities are investigating the incidents.
Businessman goes on trial over murder of Maltese journalist
Jul 1, 2026, 05:15 PM
A businessman has gone on trial over the murder of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. Yorgen Fenech denies any involvement in her assassination in 2017.
Man guilty of attempted murder of three children in Dublin
Jul 1, 2026, 04:59 PM
A man was found guilty of the attempted murder of three children in Dublin. Riad Bouchaker had denied attempting to murder the children and assaulting four other people on 23 November 2023.
Syria's president names final 70 lawmakers to new post-Assad parliament
Jul 1, 2026, 04:44 PM
Syria's president named the final 70 lawmakers to complete the country's new post-Assad parliament, with fifteen women appointed. This follows criticism that only six female candidates were selected by regional electoral colleges last October.
Fire kills five at Antwerp apartment block
Jul 1, 2026, 04:12 PM
A fire at an apartment block in Antwerp, Belgium killed five people. A man was seen climbing through a window to escape black smoke in the building, home to around 200 residents.
Controversial bishops ordained as Pope warns of 'schism' in Catholic Church
Jul 1, 2026, 04:10 PM
The breakaway Society of Saint Pius X ordained new bishops at a ceremony in the Swiss Alps attended by thousands of worshippers, as the Pope warned of a growing 'schism' within the Catholic Church. The ordinations deepen tensions between the traditionalist group and the Vatican.
Trump made more than $1bn from crypto in first year back in office
Jul 1, 2026, 04:04 PM
US President Donald Trump earned more than $1 billion from cryptocurrency ventures in his first year back in office, far outpacing his income from real estate and Trump-branded merchandise. The figures highlight the scale of his family's crypto business expansion during his presidency.
'Time for him to pay' - Carroll calls on Trump to pay $5m after president's appeal fails
Jul 1, 2026, 03:48 PM
Writer E. Jean Carroll's lawyers say President Trump is trying to delay paying the $5 million in damages a jury awarded her after finding him liable for sexual abuse and defamation, following the failure of his appeal. Carroll says it is time for Trump to pay.
Canada to make Eurovision Song Contest debut in 2027
Jul 1, 2026, 12:30 PM
Canada will make its Eurovision Song Contest debut in 2027, becoming the first new participant since Australia joined in 2015. The announcement marks an expansion of the contest beyond its traditional European base.
Three die in Mexico City World Cup celebrations
Jul 1, 2026, 11:01 AM
Three people died during World Cup celebrations in Mexico City after more than one million people took to the streets to celebrate the country's win over Ecuador. The scale of the celebrations led to safety incidents across the capital.
Sudan's RSF committed crimes against humanity in el-Fasher, Amnesty says
Jul 1, 2026, 06:29 AM
Amnesty International says Sudan's Rapid Support Forces committed crimes against humanity in el-Fasher, adding to mounting evidence of atrocities in the city. The UN has said the violence there bore the hallmarks of genocide.
Three-year-old rescued and taken to hospital six days after Venezuela quake
Jul 1, 2026, 06:03 AM
A three-year-old child was rescued from rubble six days after a major earthquake struck Venezuela's La Guaira state. Video footage showed rescuers cheering as the child was pulled out and taken to hospital.
US Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship in blow to Trump
Jul 1, 2026, 05:32 AM
The US Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, dealing a major setback to President Trump's immigration agenda. The ruling has been welcomed by civil rights groups.
Anthropic says US lifts export ban on its advanced AI tools
Jul 1, 2026, 03:39 AM
The United States has lifted an export ban on Anthropic's advanced AI tools, Fable and Mythos, which had been abruptly suspended in June over concerns they could be exploited by hackers. The reversal allows the company to resume exporting the tools.
Afghan Taliban launch strikes on border with Pakistan as tensions escalate
Jun 30, 2026, 11:49 PM
Afghan Taliban forces launched strikes on the border with Pakistan as tensions between the two countries escalate. Pakistan's military said it shot down four rudimentary drones and warned it would respond to further provocations.
A plane crashed into a tower in Beijing but China is not saying what happened
Jun 30, 2026, 11:24 PM
A plane collided with a tower in Beijing, leaving visible holes in its side, but Chinese authorities have not disclosed what happened. Beijing has since scrubbed other visible traces of the incident from public view.
US Supreme Court has dealt heavy defeats to Trump, while expanding his power
Jun 30, 2026, 10:29 PM
The birthright citizenship ruling brings to a close a Supreme Court term marked by heavy defeats for Trump on several fronts, even as the court expanded presidential power in other areas. Analysts weigh the mixed record for the administration this term.
Firefighters struggle to contain deadly Greek wildfire
Jun 30, 2026, 08:25 PM
More than 100 firefighters are struggling to contain a deadly wildfire near Thessaloniki, Greece, which has already claimed at least two lives. The fire continues to threaten the surrounding area.
Americans react to Supreme Court upholding birthright citizenship
Jun 30, 2026, 07:36 PM
The BBC gathered reactions from Americans after the US Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship for babies born in the country. The ruling addresses a contested policy issue that had drawn strong public attention.
Roof collapse kills 14 children at Pakistan tuition centre
Jun 30, 2026, 07:36 PM
A roof collapse at a tuition centre in the Kahna suburb of Lahore, Pakistan, killed 14 children. Two people have been taken into custody following the incident.
What are US and Japanese soldiers doing in the middle of the Australian bush?
Jun 30, 2026, 06:37 PM
The BBC's Katy Watson explains why US and Japanese soldiers are training together in remote parts of the Australian bush, thousands of kilometres from any active conflict zones. The exercises reflect deepening allied military cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
US envoys in Doha to meet mediators but not Iranians, Qatar says
Jun 30, 2026, 03:40 PM
US envoys are in Doha to meet mediators but not Iranian officials, Qatar said. Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman confirmed no high-level meetings or direct talks between the US and Iran are scheduled.
US Supreme Court upholds bans on transgender women in female school and college sports
Jun 30, 2026, 03:15 PM
The US Supreme Court upheld state laws banning transgender women and girls from competing in female school and college sports. The ruling allows states to restrict participation based on sex assigned at birth.
Thousands of anti-migrant protesters march in South Africa amid heavy police presence
Jun 30, 2026, 03:09 PM
Thousands of anti-migrant protesters marched in South Africa amid a heavy police presence. Some foreigners had already left the country ahead of a deadline set by anti-migrant groups.
Supreme Court's birthright ruling is major blow to Trump
Jun 30, 2026, 02:37 PM
The US Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling on birthright citizenship that is seen as a major blow to President Trump. A BBC correspondent explains what the decision means for the president.
Senegalese MPs move to clip presidential powers as tensions mount
Jun 30, 2026, 02:35 PM
Senegalese MPs voted by a majority to advance constitutional changes that would curb presidential powers amid rising political tensions. The proposed reforms sparked protests outside parliament.
Manhunt after bomb injures Ukrainian oligarch in Monaco
Jun 30, 2026, 01:22 PM
A bomb injured a Ukrainian oligarch in Monaco, prompting a manhunt by authorities. The explosive device appeared to contain bolts and pellets, according to the head of Monaco's government.
Canadians share hopes and wishes for America's 250th birthday
Jun 30, 2026, 12:21 PM
The BBC asked Canadians across their country what they would say and give to the United States ahead of its 250th birthday. The piece collects their hopes and wishes for their southern neighbour.
Flooding hits Ghana's capital killing 13 people - with another storm forecast
Jun 30, 2026, 11:20 AM
Flooding in Ghana's capital Accra has killed 13 people, with authorities warning of another storm on the way. Residents have been urged to relocate to high ground or stay indoors.
Founder of Asian super-app Gojek sentenced to years in jail for corruption
Jun 30, 2026, 11:16 AM
Gojek founder Nadiem Makarim, who built the Asian super-app, was sentenced to years in jail for corruption. The case relates to a laptop procurement deal made during his term as Indonesia's education minister.
Why are South Korean fans so angry at their football coach?
Jun 30, 2026, 08:26 AM
South Korea's national football coach Hong Myung-bo has resigned after the team failed to advance to the World Cup knockout stages. The exit triggered anger among South Korean fans.
Watch: Young bald eagle takes first flight in California
Jun 30, 2026, 05:59 AM
A juvenile bald eagle nicknamed Luna took its first flight in California, captured on a popular live stream run by the Friends of Big Bear Valley. The moment drew wide attention from the stream's followers.
Aftershock frays nerves as many Venezuelans left to fend for themselves
Jun 30, 2026, 04:21 AM
An aftershock has heightened fears in Venezuelan areas devastated by twin earthquakes, with many residents left to fend for themselves. People are using crowbars, pickaxes and their bare hands to reach survivors.
Angry Venezuelans accuse government of negligence over earthquake response
Jun 30, 2026, 03:53 AM
Angry Venezuelans have accused their government of negligence over its response to twin earthquakes. People in the devastated areas say they need far more support than they are receiving.
Chinese tycoon sentenced to 30 years in US jail
Jun 30, 2026, 02:08 AM
Chinese exiled tycoon Guo Wengui was sentenced to 30 years in a US prison. He had branded himself as a critic of China and gained followers who backed his fraudulent financial schemes.
What do we know about the shooting in Stade, Germany?
Jun 30, 2026, 12:17 AM
A shooting in Stade, northern Germany, killed six people. The BBC reports from the scene as details about the attack emerge.
What to know about the looming deadline on North American free trade
Jun 29, 2026, 11:32 PM
The US, Canada and Mexico were due to decide by 1 July whether to extend their North American free trade pact. All signs point to the three countries missing that deadline.
Why $20 durians are now being sold at half price - or given away for free
Jun 29, 2026, 11:17 PM
Malaysian durians are being sold at half price or given away for free amid a glut in the market. The collapse in prices has left farmers worried about their livelihoods.
Lilo & Stitch star Daveigh Chase's cause of death was Aids
Jun 29, 2026, 09:21 PM
The cause of death of actress Daveigh Chase, known for Lilo & Stitch and The Ring, was confirmed to be Aids. She died in Los Angeles this month at the age of 35.
'No one move!': The agonising silence as Venezuela rescuers listen for survivors
Jun 29, 2026, 09:19 PM
Rescue teams in Venezuela call for total silence as they listen for survivors trapped beneath rubble after a devastating earthquake. Tens of thousands of people are still believed to be missing.
One big win and three defeats for Trump in dramatic day at Supreme Court
Jun 29, 2026, 08:34 PM
President Trump had a mixed day at the US Supreme Court, winning a ruling that expands presidential power to remove and replace regulators. However, other decisions delivered major setbacks to his administration.
Rescuers keep up search for survivors at collapsed La Guaira building
Jun 29, 2026, 08:22 PM
Rescuers are continuing their search for survivors at a collapsed building in La Guaira, Venezuela. At least 1,700 people are known to have died in the disaster, but hope remains that more can be found alive.
Putin makes rare admission of fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian strikes
Jun 29, 2026, 05:28 PM
Russian President Vladimir Putin made a rare admission that Ukrainian strikes are causing fuel shortages in Russia. He acknowledged the attacks were creating problems but denied the shortages were critical.
Sixth person dies after shooting at youth welfare centre in Germany
Jun 29, 2026, 04:24 PM
A sixth person has died following a shooting at a youth welfare centre in Germany. Police say four women and a man were killed at the scene, with the sixth victim dying later in hospital.
Pakistani strikes kill at least 28 civilians in Afghanistan, UN says
Jun 29, 2026, 03:46 PM
The UN says Pakistani strikes killed at least 28 civilians in Afghanistan. Pakistan claims it targeted militants near its border, but the Taliban government denounced the strikes as an atrocity.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's appeal of E Jean Carroll's sexual abuse case
Jun 29, 2026, 03:30 PM
The US Supreme Court rejected President Trump's appeal in E Jean Carroll's sexual abuse case. The decision means Trump must now pay her the $5m in damages he had been ordered to.
US says it has agreed to 'stand down' after exchange of strikes with Iran
Jun 29, 2026, 02:52 PM
The US said it has agreed to stand down after a weekend exchange of strikes with Iran. Both sides accused each other of violating the existing ceasefire agreement.
DR Congo bans mass gatherings in the capital to prevent spread of Ebola
Jun 29, 2026, 02:40 PM
The Democratic Republic of Congo has banned mass gatherings in its capital to prevent the spread of Ebola. Opposition politicians accuse the government of exploiting the outbreak to block a planned protest.
Supreme Court blocks Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook
Jun 29, 2026, 02:33 PM
The US Supreme Court blocked President Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook. The decision, seen as a win for central bank independence, sends the removal fight back to the lower courts.