France’s latest record heatwave forces politicians to debate whether cooling systems should be subsidised, sparking a divide between left and right.

Brent crude slips to pre‑Iran war levels as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz picks up, signalling easing geopolitical tension and fresh implications for the global energy market.

After the federal crackdown’s return, Minnesota residents still experience anxiety, economic damage, and uncertainty about immigration status.

Anthropic says Alibaba used fake accounts to steal its Claude model’s advanced functions, urging Congress to intervene. The fight spotlights growing AI espionage concerns.

A new US‑Iran agreement has cleared the Strait of Hormuz, allowing 172 vessels to pass in 24 days – a sign that oil trade is stabilising amid geopolitical tensions.

Europe faces a record‑breaking heatwave. Citizens and cities respond with cool‑down spots, chalked windows, free cinema access and other creative reliefs.

The Irish government will allocate £197 m from its Shared Island Fund to upgrade rail infrastructure and increase hourly services between Dublin, Belfast and Derry.

Qantas will launch a 22‑hour nonstop Sydney‑London flight in 2027, charging 20% more than a normal layover. The proposal prompts debate on passenger comfort and fare pricing for ultra‑long‑haul journeys.

Tokyo hikes travel costs for foreigners to 15,000 yen for single‑entry visas, sparking debate over tourism impacts and aligning fees with other G7 nations.

US singer Oliver Tree’s body has been returned to California after a fatal helicopter crash in Rio, with family announcing a charity in his name.

At 17, Lourdes Heredia stood in Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium, watching Diego Maradona’s infamous 'Hand of God' goal—an event still debated 40 years later.

A 17‑year‑old recounts how she became part of history at the 1986 World Cup, the controversial Hand of God and the second goal that still electrifies football fans.

During a live BBC News segment, a passionate Cape Verde fan reacts to his nation’s historic first World Cup goal against Uruguay, captured in real‑time emotion.

BBC News captures a Cape Verde fan’s wild celebration after his nation scores its first ever World Cup goal in 2026.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hits fastest List‑A half‑century, eclipsing a 13‑ball record, and eyes an international debut despite missing the ODI squad.

Aspiring to see their K‑pop idols, fans across Southeast Asia have fallen prey to online scams, losing a combined $100k as ticket demand for BTS's comeback tour explodes.

The late US singer Oliver Tree is back in California following a helicopter collision in Rio, as families honor his final wish with a charitable foundation.

In Ibadan, twin brothers and twin sisters tie the knot in a rare joint ceremony that reflects the Yoruba love for twins.

Billion‑dollar music mogul Clive Davis passes away at 94 after a 60‑year career that shaped the careers of Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and many others.

A brand‑aimed anti‑sexist ad in China sparked outrage and boycott demands, leading Dettol to pull the spot and issue a public apology.

A deep dive into Britain’s new rules for under‑16 users and the debate about whether the US should adopt a similar policy.

At 17, Lourdes Heredia stood in Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium, watching Diego Maradona’s infamous 'Hand of God' goal—an event still debated 40 years later.

A brand‑aimed anti‑sexist ad in China sparked outrage and boycott demands, leading Dettol to pull the spot and issue a public apology.

AI startup offers free apartment cleaning in NYC, but each session gathers data to train robots, sparking privacy concerns.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly accused Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of repeatedly begging him for a photo at the recent G7 summit, stirring tensions between the two leaders.

A powerful twin quake leaves thousands dead in Caracas as the nation grapples with leadership shifts, military domination of disaster response, and acute shortages.

After a 14‑year‑old shooter at Tacloban High was linked to the violent game Gorebox, the Philippines’ cyber‑security agency blocked the app pending review, sparking calls for stricter youth‑gaming controls.

Key figure in South Africa police graft case, Cat Matlala, pleads guilty to bribery and laundering, offering testimony against senior officials under a plea deal.

A brutal heatwave sweeps from Spain and France to Germany and the Czech Republic, prompting record temperatures, health alerts and emergency responses.

Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch, known for campaigning against enforced disappearances, has been jailed for life after a controversial court ruling.

A brutal heatwave sweeps from Spain and France to Germany and the Czech Republic, prompting record temperatures, health alerts and emergency responses.

From foil blankets to cooling vests, discover how Brits are staying cool during July's extreme heatwave with creative, low‑cost hacks.

Kerala’s new elder‑care department tackles loneliness amid rising migration and an ageing population.

France confirms its first European Ebola case – a doctor returning from Congo, highlighting the risk to healthcare workers and the need for vigilant contact tracing.

High temperatures spark a heated debate in France over expanding air‑conditioning, with politicians and environmental groups dividing on the best response to soaring heat.

Anthropic says Alibaba used fake accounts to steal its Claude model’s advanced functions, urging Congress to intervene. The fight spotlights growing AI espionage concerns.

A controversial gaming app was temporarily banned as Philippine authorities probe a school shooting involving minors and online influence.

Meta enlists Indian entrepreneur Kunal Shah to steer WhatsApp’s global expansion beyond messaging.

During Stanford’s commencement, graduates disrupted the ceremony over AI concerns, sparking debate about technology’s role and ethics among the new cohort.

Alibaba files lawsuit to remove itself from U.S. defense blacklist, arguing It is wrongly linked to China’s military. The move could reshape tech-company relationships with U.S. defense contractors.