Friday, June 30, 2023

Anita Anand: Presenter interviews Canadian minister with same name

The BBC presenter and Canadian politician joke about all the times they have been mistaken for each other.

Smoke and heat warnings affect more than 170m in US

Scorching temperatures are expected in the US west as the East Coast grapples with wildfire smoke.

Finland's economy minister resigns after 10 days over Nazi references

The nationalist Finns Party member lasted just 10 days in office after the extremist remarks emerged.

France shooting: How a teenager's death sparked riots

The 17-year-old's shooting during a traffic stop has provoked anger across the country.

Kevin Spacey: Jurors told actor is a 'sexual bully' during sex assault trial

The actor denies 12 charges covering sex assault allegations made by four men spanning more than a decade.

Poland charges Russian ice hockey player with spying

The suspect, a Russian national playing in Poland's major league, faces up to 10 years in prison.

Thursday, June 29, 2023

France shooting: Who was Nahel M shot by police in Nanterre?

He was learning to be an electrician and played rugby league but died at a police check near Paris.

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend welcome fourth child via surrogate

Teigen, who spoke about losing a baby in 2020, thanked their surrogate for an "incredible gift".

Rwanda policy: Asylum charity welcomes Court of Appeal asylum decision

The government suffers a setback as judges say Rwanda is not a safe third country for asylum seekers.

Mother of teenage boy speaks after Paris police shooting

Seventeen-year-old Nahel M was shot by police during a traffic stop in Nanterre, a suburb of Paris.

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Chess player Hans Niemann's $100m lawsuit over cheating claims dismissed

Lawyers for American grandmaster Hans Niemann say they will pursue his claims in state court.

Daniel Penny pleads not guilty in NY subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely

Daniel Penny, 24, denies counts of second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide.

Thai court acquits five charged with blocking Queen's convoy

The protesters were part of youth-led pro-democracy rallies in 2020 calling for royal reforms.

Hajj: Price rises making pilgrimage increasingly unaffordable

The pilgrimage to Mecca is becoming increasingly unaffordable for many Muslims across the world.

Donald Trump countersues writer E Jean Carroll for defamation

The former president alleges the writer falsely accused him of rape after a jury found he sexually abused her.

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Monday, June 26, 2023

Horse airlifted to safety from deep Italian pit

The dramatic moment a horse stranded down a four metre-deep Italian pit is hauled free by helicopter.

Tucker Carlson: Fox News names Jesse Watters to replace star anchor

Jesse Watters, who joined the network in 2002, will host the channel's primetime evening slot.

Colorado Club Q shooting: Attacker pleads guilty to murder and attempted murder

Anderson Lee Aldrich, 23, opened fire with an assault rifle at Club Q in Colorado Springs.

Russia still investigating Wagner boss Prigozhin for treason

The Kremlin initially said charges against Prigozhin would be dropped in a deal to end his rebellion.

Syria war: Nine killed as Russia air strike hits Idlib market

The UN expresses deep concern about escalating hostilities after Russian jets bomb rebel-held Idlib.

New images show Chinese spy balloons over Asia

BBC Panorama worked with an artificial intelligence company to sift through millions of satellite pictures.

US woman shoots Uber driver she believed was kidnapping her

The Kentucky woman fatally shot the driver she thought was taking her to Mexico.

Glastonbury: Watch the final day's acts in 93 seconds

Lil Nas X, Elton John and Blondie are among the stars to have performed on the festival's final day.

Sunday, June 25, 2023

Ros Atkins on... five impacts of the Wagner mutiny

The BBC’s Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at what the consequences are of the failed Wagner mutiny.

Fentanyl: More people injecting drugs worldwide says UN

Nearly 40 million people now suffer from drug-related disorders, says a report on the illegal trade.

Wagner Prigozhin Putin and Shoigu: Bitter rivalries that led to a rebellion

The Wagner mutiny was years in the making, as Russia's system of competing powers finally collapsed.

Rollercoaster accident in Sweden leaves one dead

Nine others were injured when the ride at a Stockholm amusement park partly derailed, witnesses say.

Julian Sands: Remains found in California area where British actor disappeared

The 65-year-old disappeared in mountains north of Los Angeles after hiking in bad weather in January.

Wagner: Tracking the mercenary group's day of rebellion in Russia

The US secretary of state calls the actions of the mercenary group a "direct challenge to Putin's authority".

What will Putin do next? And other key questions

What happens to Wagner? What will Putin do next? And how will it affect war in Ukraine? Key questions answered.

Saturday, June 24, 2023

Wagner chief's 24 hours of chaos in Russia

Wagner's mercenary boss threatened an armed rebellion but pulled back from marching on Moscow.

The Ashes 2023: England's Tammy Beaumont hits record 208 but Australia build lead in one-off Test

Australia take control of the one-off Ashes Test at Trent Bridge despite Tammy Beaumont's record-breaking 208 for England.

Prigozhin: The day Wagner chief went rogue in 83 seconds

Yevgeny Prigozhin has called for a rebellion against the Russian military and entered Rostov-on-Don.

Yevgeny Prigozhin: From hot dog seller to Wagner boss

The BBC's Ros Atkins looks at Yevgeny Prigozhin's unusual rise through the military ranks.

Putin under pressure as ally Yevgeny Prigozhin turns rebel

The Russian leader vowed to punish Yevgeny Prigozhin after his Wagner forces seized a key Russian city.

Friday, June 23, 2023

Titan sub CEO dismissed safety warnings as 'baseless cries' emails show

Warnings over the sub's safety were dismissed by OceanGate's CEO, emails seen by the BBC show.

Victims lose 3.5m in child abuse extortion scam

The gang sent people fake court summonses, accusing them of viewing images of children being sexually abused.

Germany passes law to attract skilled migrant workers amid fierce debate

The measure, intended to address a labour shortage, will lower hurdles for migrants to the country.

Yevgeny Prigozhin: Wagner chief blames war on defence minister

Yevgeny Prigozhin claims Vladimir Putin and the country have been deceived by Sergei Shoigu.

Greece boat disaster: 350 Pakistanis were on board minister says

Hundreds are feared drowned after a boat crowded with migrants capsized off Greece on 14 June.

Titanic sub: What debris has been found and what does it mean?

The BBC's Jonathan Amos evaluates what parts of the Titan submersible have been found deep at sea.

Thursday, June 22, 2023

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Paris explosion: Seven critically injured after blast

Sixteen people are injured after an explosion in the capital's fifth arrondissement, police say.

Titanic submersible: How tapping sounds might reach rescue teams

Jonathan Amos explains how passengers of the missing sub could try to communicate with the outside world.

Belize declared free from malaria by health chiefs

Belize is the second country in Central America to eradicate malaria in the past five years.

Could Russia really play nuclear roulette in Ukraine?

Steve Rosenberg looks at how discussion of the use of nuclear weapons has crept into Russian media.

Watch: Huge fire burns by Las Vegas highway

No injuries were reported after the fire broke out at a block of flats under construction.

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Four Israelis shot dead near West Bank settlement

Another four were injured when gunmen opened fire at a petrol station outside Eli, medics say.

Hunter Biden to plead guilty to tax and gun offences

President Biden's son is set to plead guilty to illegally owning a gun while a drug user, plus tax charges.

Japan sterilisation law victims included nine-year-olds

Parliament discloses for the first time children as young as nine were victims of an eugenics law.

Women's World Cup: Players put 'at risk' at qualifiers

Football union Fifpro reveals "shocking" lack of pay and medical supervision in qualifying rounds.

Paris 2024 Olympics: French police raid organisers' headquarters

It is unclear what prompted the search but French media links it to how contracts have been awarded.

Monday, June 19, 2023

Moldovan court bans pro-Russian party Sor

Moldova's president welcomed the decision, saying the party posed a 'threat to the constitutional order'.

Adipurush: Indian film dialogue sparks Bollywood ban in Nepal cities

Two Nepal cities have banned screenings of Bollywood films over a line in epic film Adipurush.

Sunday, June 18, 2023

What's drawing so many Indians to Australia?

Indians are the second-largest migrant group in Australia, and their numbers are continuing to rise.

Myanmar: Young Burmese confront dashed dreams in exile

Young Burmese who once hoped for a freer country have now fled their homes in fear.

Canadian Grand Prix: Max Verstappen wins to equal Ayrton Senna victories total

Red Bull's Max Verstappen equals Ayrton Senna's career total of 41 victories with a dominant win at the Canadian Grand Prix.

Greece boat disaster: Tracking data sheds light on migrant shipwreck

BBC Europe correspondent reveals data challenging the Greek authorities' account of boat disaster.

Woman who knocked on coffin at her funeral dies after week in hospital

The Ecuadorean woman died days after mourners at her funeral were shocked to find her alive in her coffin.

Vienna Pride parade attack foiled Austrian police say

Police say the three people arrested - one a boy of 14 - were suspected Islamist sympathisers.

Saturday, June 17, 2023

Spain drought forces Fuente de Piedra flamingos to find new home

Spain has witnessed its hottest spring since 1961, with high temperatures likely to continue for months.

Ukraine war must end South African President Ramaphosa tells Putin

Cyril Ramaphosa and other African leaders met the Ukrainian and Russian presidents in their peace bid.

Rare earthquake damages French homes schools and churches

Hundreds of buildings in western France are declared uninhabitable following the rare earthquake.

South Korea: Police clash with officials over Daegu LGBT event

City workers led by the mayor tried to block the annual pride event, but police intervened.

Sudan crisis: Five children among 17 killed in air strikes

Twenty-five homes were destroyed in the densely populated area of Yarmouk, where civilians are trapped.

Trooping the Colour: Charles's first birthday parade as King in 59 seconds

This is Charles's first Trooping the Colour, a ceremony that marks his official birthday, as king.

Why Spotify's big bet on Meghan fell flat

The end of the Duchess of Sussex's podcast on Spotify is a sign of wider change in the industry.

Friday, June 16, 2023

Minneapolis police routinely used excessive force US Justice Department finds

Systemic issues within the police made what happened to George Floyd possible, an investigation finds.

Japan redefines rape and raises age of consent in landmark move

The laws redefine rape and raise the age of consent from 13, after public anger over rape acquittals.

Massive Swiss rockfall stops short of evacuated village of Brienz

Brienz was evacuated last month when geologists warned the rockface above it was due to collapse.

Hans Zimmer proposes to partner during O2 Arena live show

The Oscar-winning composer brought Dina De Luca on stage at London's O2 Arena to pop the question.

Greece boat disaster: Officials deny coastguard rope led to migrant tragedy

A series of reports suggest the migrant boat went down after it was tied to a coastguard vessel.

Watch: Rescuer swims through rough seas to save stranded dog

The dog's owner says she is doing well after she fell off a cliff and was rescued by the coastguard.

Pope Francis leaves hospital after hernia surgery

The 89-year-old is discharged from the Gemelli health centre in Rome and is said to be in good spirits.

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Peru archaeology: Ancient mummy found under rubbish dump

Archaeologists first spotted the hair of the 3,000-year-old mummy at the site of a rubbish dump.

Australian Senator David Van faces sexual misconduct claims

David Van has denied two allegations, but has been removed from the main opposition Liberal Party.

Sudan conflict: West Darfur governor killed after genocide claim

Khamis Abakar blamed paramilitary forces for West Darfur's ethnic violence hours before his abduction.

Anger at Israeli army probe into fatal shooting of Palestinian toddler

Mohammed Tamimi's parents condemn a report blaming a mix-up for his killing by an Israeli soldier.

Southern Baptists expel US churches with female pastors

'This is a sad day for Southern Baptists,' says Pastor Linda Barnes Popham of a now-expelled church.

Greece boat disaster: Capsized boat had 100 children in hold - reports

Survivors from a fishing boat that sank off Greece say as many as 750 people may have been on board.

Ukraine war: Video shows woman pulled alive from rubble in Ukraine

Ukrainian police released footage showing the end of what it said was an hours-long rescue mission.

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Theranos fraudster Elizabeth Holmes says she cannot afford to pay back victims

The former Silicon Valley tycoon cannot afford to pay $250 a month in restitution, say her lawyers.

Israeli troops will not face criminal charges over Palestinian-American's death

The soldiers gagged and bound 80-year-old dual US citizen Omar Asad, who then died of heart failure.

Rust weapons supervisor was likely hungover on set prosecutors claim

A cinematographer was fatally shot on the set, and the expert is facing an involuntary manslaughter charge.

Ukraine war: At least three killed in Odesa strikes Kyiv says

Officials says a missile fired by a Russian warship in the Black Sea hit a food warehouse in the city.

International drugs ring smuggled cocaine in surfboards

Police disband a gang which stashed surfboards full of cocaine and sent them from Uruguay to Europe.

Valery Zaluzhny the man behind Ukraine's counteroffensive

Gen Valery Zaluzhny is Ukraine's handpicked army boss and mastermind of the unlikely successes over Russia.

At least 32 dead as migrant boat capsizes off Greece

At least 32 people have drowned after their fishing vessel capsized off the coast of southern Greece.

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Ethiopia repatriates Ugandan cult members who went there to starve

Their pastor allegedly told them that they would "meet Jesus Christ" after fasting for 40 days.

US sprinter died from complications in childbirth

American sprinter Tori Bowie, who died in May at the age of 32, died from complications in childbirth, her agent says.

Nine injured in mass shooting after Denver Nuggets NBA win

The suspected gunman was shot and is in custody, according to Denver Police Department.

Guinness World Records: Hilda Baci's non-stop cooking record confirmed

Hilda Baci caused a sensation last month after cooking non-stop for four days.

Colombia plane crash: New video shows lost children found in Amazon

Footage shows rescuers tending to the children after they survived 40 days in the Amazon.

Donald Trump due in court to face charges over classified files

He is expected to deny dozens of charges relating to the handling of US government secrets.

Monday, June 12, 2023

Sunday, June 11, 2023

The women fighting Japan’s sexual violence stigma

Rina Gonoi was sexually assaulted when serving in Japan's army. She refused to stay silent.

Ukraine counter-offensive liberates three villages in

The villages in the Donetsk region would represent the first major gains of Kyiv's new advance.

How 4 children survived 40 days in hostile Colombian jungle

The youngsters defied the odds in a part of the Amazon rainforest home to jaguars and wild dogs.

Michael Travis Leake, US musician, detained in Russia

Michael Travis Leake has been accused of selling drugs to young people, AFP reports.

Philadelphia Interstate 95 freeway partially collapses following underpass fire

Aerial images show the partial disintegration caused by an oil tanker fire underneath the I-95 highway.

Ukraine war: Russia moves to take direct control of Wagner Group

It appears to be the latest in a public falling out between the Wagner boss and Russian officials.

Diego Garcia: The tropical island ‘hell’ for dozens of stranded migrants

They set sail to flee persecution, they say - but ended up on an isolated island in the Indian Ocean.

Donald Trump still headline act for Republicans, despite charges

The former US president appeared unfazed by his indictment at a party convention in North Carolina.

Saturday, June 10, 2023

Dragos Tigau: Romania recalls Kenya ambassador over racist monkey slur

Dragos Tigau made a racist comment at a meeting in April but has only now been disciplined.

Sudan ceasefire brings uneasy calm to Khartoum

People in the capital city buy food and medicine as warring generals agree a brief ceasefire.

Pope Francis: Pontiff to miss weekly Sunday blessing after operation

Doctors say the Pope is recovering from abdominal surgery, but will remain in hospital for another week.

Watch: How Colombia children jungle rescue unfolded

Four children have been found alive, weeks after a plane crash in the Amazon jungle.

MKE Explosives Factory blast kills five in Turkey's capital Ankara

It happened after a "chemical experiment" at the state-owned explosives factory, an official said.

Annecy stabbings suspect held over attempted murders

Four children and two adults were attacked in a park in France's Alpine region on Thursday.

Pearl Beach hotel: Islamists kill nine in Somalia attack

Police say they ended a six-hour siege at the site in Mogadishu, killing all seven attackers.

Friday, June 9, 2023

Ukraine's counter-offensive against Russia under way

It's been talked of for months, now it looks like Ukraine is finally launching its plan to recapture land.

France knife attack: 'Backpack hero' praised for facing attacker

Catholic pilgrim Henri said he simply followed his instincts when confronting the Annecy attacker.

Legendary Mozambican ruby sells for record price

The world's largest ruby, described it as a "once-in-a-lifetime" jewel, fetches $34.8m at auction.

Train smashes through truck stuck on railway crossing

The truck driver got away in time and no injuries were reported.

Drone footage shows impact of burst Ukrainian dam

Thousands of people have been evacuated as their homes became submerged in water in south Ukraine.

Ros Atkins on... LIV, PGA and how Saudi Arabia bought into golf

BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins explains why a surprise deal between golf’s two main tours and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has sent shockwaves through men’s professional golf.

Thursday, June 8, 2023

Why Imran Khan has disappeared from Pakistan's media

It's hard to find mentions of the ex-PM after a blackout across networks following protests over his arrest.

Eurozone in recession as rising prices hit spending

Revised data shows the eurozone's economy contracted at the end of last year and the start of 2023.

El Niño planet-warming weather phase has begun

Storms, droughts and record high temperatures lie ahead as US scientists confirm that El Niño has arrived.

Religious US broadcaster Pat Robertson dies at 93

The evangelical Christian ran for president and helped put religion at the heart of Republican politics.

Is climate change fuelling Canada's wildfires?

Smoke from wildfires has enveloped Toronto and New York. We look at the role of a changing climate.

Air quality: How to protect yourself from Canada wildfire smoke

With toxic air quality in parts of North America likely to persist, here's what you can do to stay safe.

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Difficult questions remain despite 'remarkable' golf truce

Golf's shock merger is a stunning example of the shift in power that Saudi Arabia's investment in sport is bringing about.

Ukraine dam breach: Tears and a hug as people rescued

The BBC's James Waterhouse witnesses an evacuation in the Ukrainian city of Kherson.

Ukraine dam: Hundreds of thousands without drinking water, says Zelensky

Ukraine's president says hundreds of thousands have no access to drinking water after the dam disaster.

Lionel Messi to join Inter Miami after leaving PSG

Argentina legend Lionel Messi will join MLS side Inter Miami after leaving Paris St-Germain.

Mexico violence: Bodies found dumped in ravine are missing call centre workers

Dozens of bags containing human remains were found dumped in a ravine in Jalisco last week.

Missouri man executed for killing two in botched jailbreak

Michael Tisius, 42, was denied clemency despite several jurors in his case speaking up for him.

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Iran hails 'new era' as embassy reopens in Saudi Arabia

The Iranian deputy foreign minister hails "a new era", seven years after the rivals severed ties.

Ukraine war: Wagner boss rubbishes Russian claims of Ukrainian casualties

Moscow says it inflicted 3,700 casualties on Kyiv on Monday, but Yevgeny Prigozhin called the claim "absurd".

'Ducking hell' to disappear from Apple autocorrect

One of the most common swear words will no longer be automatically changed when you type out a message.

US sues Coinbase as crypto crackdown widens

The Securities and Exchange Commission says the company has not followed financial rules.

Astrud Gilberto: The Girl from Ipanema singer dies at 83

She was only in the studio as a translator, but ended up singing on the hit song and becoming a star.

Haiti floods: Dozens killed as torrential rains flood Léogâne

Thousands of homes are flooded as rivers burst their banks following torrential rainfall.

Monday, June 5, 2023

Ex-Vice-President Mike Pence joins White House race

Mr Pence, 63, joins a field of Republicans vying to unseat frontrunner Donald Trump, his old boss.

Ukraine war: Holy Trinity painting on display in Moscow

A fragile historic painting was moved from a museum to a church. What does it say about the war?

Linda Yaccarino replaces Elon Musk as Twitter boss

Ms Yaccarino, previously head of advertising at media giant NBCUniversal, has started earlier than expected.

Ukraine war: 'Offensive actions' under way in east, Kyiv says

Ukrainian military sources say a series of small-scale operations are under way, including in Bakhmut.

Apple expected to launch mixed-reality headset at WWDC

The "Reality Pro" headset release is among announcements expected at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference.

Dom Phillips: Fresh charges over murder of British journalist

The British journalist was killed along with an Brazilian indigenous expert in the Amazon last year.

Ukraine war: Wagner detains Russian officer over 'drunk' attack

In a video posted online, the officer says he fired on a Wagner vehicle because he dislikes the group.

Sunday, June 4, 2023

Zlatan Ibrahimovic retires: Swedish great ends football career at 41

Swedish forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic makes the announcement after AC Milan's final game of the season.

India train accident: Workers remove wreckage from tracks

Rescue efforts have concluded at the site of the country's worst train crash in over two decades.

Ukraine war: Anti-Putin fighters say two Russian soldiers 'captured'

The head of Russia's Belgorod border region agrees to meet the captors if the soldiers are still alive.

Poland protest: Hundreds of thousands demand change in Warsaw

Politicians including main opposition leader Donald Tusk led crowds calling for a change of direction.

GaaSyy: Japan YouTuber arrested over celebrity threats

Yoshikazu Higashitani, aka GaaSyy, returns to Japan months after Tokyo police issued his arrest warrant.

Li Shangfu: War with US would be unbearable disaster, says China defence minister

Defence Minister Li Shangfu says Beijing is open to dialogue in his first major speech in the role.

Succession actor Brian Cox on why he hasn't watched finale

The actor revealed a few spoilers when he spoke to Laura Kuenssberg about the show's ending.

Saturday, June 3, 2023

Sudan conflict: Caesarean by phone light - giving birth in a warzone

Women in Sudan's few remaining maternity wards are having babies to the sound of gunfire.

Ukraine war: Twenty injured after Russian strike on Dnipro

Five of those hurt are children, of whom three are in a serious condition, a Ukrainian official says.

India train accident: 'Distress and chaos' at hospital treating injured passengers

A collision between three trains in Odisha state left at least 288 people dead and over 800 injured.

French Open 2023: Elena Rybakina withdraws from Roland Garros through illness

Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina pulls out of the French Open shortly before her third-round match because of illness.

India train accident: Modi vows punishments over deadly Odisha crash

At least 288 people were killed in the collision of two passenger trains and a goods train in Odisha.

Eyewitnesses describe pain and agony of India train crash

The train collision in India's Odisha state on Friday evening is the country's worst this century.

Three Israeli soldiers killed near Egypt border

The incident came after a drug smuggling operation was thwarted at the border, the army says.

Friday, June 2, 2023

Elon Musk's Twitter loses second trust and safety chief

Ella Irwin is the second person to leave the role since Mr Musk bought Twitter in October 2022.

US judge backs settlement with family of Rust cinematographer Halyna Hutchins

Alec Baldwin reaches final settlement with the family of a woman he accidentally shot on a film set.

US Air Force denies AI drone attacked operator in test

A virtual experiment was described by a senior official at a conference, but he now says he "mis-spoke".

How referee got accosted by irate fans after Euro final... in 60 seconds

Anthony Taylor is a target of fans' frustrations after Jose Mourinho's side lose the Europa League on penalties.

Senegal shuts social media as protesters die after Sonko sentencing

Police surround the home of the opposition leader, who faces a two-year jail term.

Drug traffickers smuggling crystal meth past South East Asia security - UN

Gangs in South East Asia have learnt to evade authorities to sell crystal meth overseas, a report says.

Iran prisoner spends 1,000 days in solitary confinement

Amnesty International says Vahid Afkari was wrongly convicted and should be immediately released.

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Taylor Swift fans report 'amnesia' following Eras show

Psychologists say emotions and time may be behind the perfectly normal phenomenon.

Lionel Messi: PSG manager Christophe Galtier confirms forward's departure

Paris St-Germain manager Christophe Galtier says forward Lionel Messi will play his final game for the club against Clermont on Saturday.

Why soldier's defamation case loss raises next question... in 83 seconds

The BBC explains why an Australian soldier lost a war crimes defamation case - and what could happen next.

Kim Cattrall to appear in And Just Like That series finale

Samantha Jones was noticeably absent from the first series of the hit drama's spin-off show.

Jerusalem Sbarro pizza bombing victim dies after 22 years in coma

Chana Nachenberg, a US-Israeli citizen, was 31 at the time of the deadly attack on a pizzeria.

Armie Hammer: US actor will not be charged with sexual assault

The US actor faced an accusation of rape an allegations he sent a string of explicit messages online.