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Israel carries out air strikes on Lebanon, state media says, as Iran claims deal with US near

Israel carries out air strikes on Lebanon, state media says, as Iran claims deal with US near

June 13, 2026

The strikes come as Iran's foreign minister says a deal to end fighting with the US is close.

Switzerland to vote on plan to cap population at 10 million

Switzerland to vote on plan to cap population at 10 million

June 13, 2026

The right-wing Swiss People's Party calls the plan a "sustainability initiative", but opponents say it is a recipe for chaos.

Married at First Sight Australia stars not told partners had drug and violence convictions

Married at First Sight Australia stars not told partners had drug and violence convictions

June 13, 2026

Stars of the hit TV show say they did not know their on-screen husbands had previous convictions.

Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debut

Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debut

June 13, 2026

Musk is now worth $1.11tn according to the Bloomberg rich list, while SpaceX listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with a value of $2.2tn.

Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa

Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa

June 12, 2026

Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remaining on concourses.

US kills leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang in airstrike, Trump says

US kills leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang in airstrike, Trump says

June 13, 2026

Niño Guerrero was killed in a "swift and lethal kinetic strike," the US President wrote in a social media post.

Anthropic suspends new AI tools over US government security concerns

Anthropic suspends new AI tools over US government security concerns

June 13, 2026

Anthropic's Claude Fable 5, released publicly this week, sparked concerns about cybersecurity and hacking.

Warner Bros $111bn sale to Paramount approved by US justice department

Warner Bros $111bn sale to Paramount approved by US justice department

June 13, 2026

The approval marks a key development in the merger that will reshape media, allowing the continue of the takeover of the Hollywood studio, which owns CNN and HBO.

King leads tributes to 'giant of the art world' David Hockney

King leads tributes to 'giant of the art world' David Hockney

June 12, 2026

The artist, who has died at the age of 88, "was one of life's true originals", King Charles says.

French town buries murdered child as questions mount over police failings

French town buries murdered child as questions mount over police failings

June 12, 2026

The prime suspect in the killing of Lyhanna, 11, was reported to police nine months prior but never questioned.

More time needed for deadly Air India crash inquiry, officials say

More time needed for deadly Air India crash inquiry, officials say

June 12, 2026

A statement says "significant progress" has been made into investigating the crash, in which 260 people died a year ago.

South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss

South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss

June 12, 2026

The taunting reflects anger from parts of the continent over reports of xenophobia in South Africa.

Mother finds body of missing son two days after Kenya's Ebola quarantine centre protests

Mother finds body of missing son two days after Kenya's Ebola quarantine centre protests

June 12, 2026

Sylvester Muigai Ndung'u was in Nanyuki to fetch a school uniform on Tuesday, his mother says.

Discovery of €1.2m jewellery prompts fresh probe into former Spanish PM

Discovery of €1.2m jewellery prompts fresh probe into former Spanish PM

June 12, 2026

José Luis Rodriguez Zapatero is suspected of being unable to show proof he paid import duties on the jewellery.

David Hockney depicted a 'peaceful, gay paradise' when homosexuality was a crime

David Hockney depicted a 'peaceful, gay paradise' when homosexuality was a crime

June 13, 2026

The painter broke social taboos by celebrating same-sex relationships in his art.

The college scam that promised students fleeing war a new life in Finland

The college scam that promised students fleeing war a new life in Finland

June 13, 2026

BBC speaks to students from war-torn Myanmar who say they were cheated after paying to study abroad.

Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever

Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever

June 12, 2026

From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.

What do Puerto Ricans think of the viral song about their homeland?

What do Puerto Ricans think of the viral song about their homeland?

June 12, 2026

People from Puerto Rico reflect on how the catchy tune has attracted attention to where they live.

'I will come home safely': Indian sailor's last words to wife before a US strike killed him

'I will come home safely': Indian sailor's last words to wife before a US strike killed him

June 12, 2026

Patnala Suresh and his wife were looking forward to celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary this month.

David Hockney: Art's great innovator whose vivid paintings made him a household name

David Hockney: Art's great innovator whose vivid paintings made him a household name

June 12, 2026

The proud Yorkshireman, who also painted iconic pictures of America, was routinely described as Britain's greatest artist.

More than 50 Iranian military bases damaged in US strikes since start of war, satellite images show

More than 50 Iranian military bases damaged in US strikes since start of war, satellite images show

June 12, 2026

Bases across Iran have been hit by US strikes, with experts identifying damage to jets and warships.

The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup

The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup

June 13, 2026

The World Cup officially kicked off this week - but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.

Niagara Falls: Is there a better spot to watch a World Cup game?

Niagara Falls: Is there a better spot to watch a World Cup game?

June 13, 2026

Football fans gathered at a FIFA World Cup watch party at Niagara Falls for the Canadian and USA teams' opening matches.

Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup?

Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup?

June 13, 2026

All three leaders of the North America host nations have missed the tournament opening matches.

Watch: Four UFO videos newly declassified by US government

Watch: Four UFO videos newly declassified by US government

June 12, 2026

The eyewitness footage shows bright orbs in the sky over an undisclosed location in the northeastern US.

Flip flop or deliberate? - Unpacking Trump’s strategy on Iran

Flip flop or deliberate? - Unpacking Trump’s strategy on Iran

June 11, 2026

The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the US president's mixed messaging over the war and the questions it raises.

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