World
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Powerlifting racism row: 'I feel unsafe' says Sonita Muluh
A powerlifter who was disqualified following an alleged racially motivated act has said she "does not feel safe" when competing, and says black athletes are frequently booed in competitions.
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‘Just an easy cash grab’: why Jetstar is charging customers for carry-on luggage
Add-on fees such as the new overhead locker baggage charge can make it harder to compare air fares, experts say
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New Mexico sues Trump’s DOJ for access to Epstein files for Zorro Ranch investigation
Justice Department ‘actively hurting’ state’s criminal investigation by delaying release of unredacted documents, attorney general says
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Broadmasters Festival: Police back use of controversial live facial recognition
Devon and Cornwall Police will use the technology for the first time at Boardmasters Festival in Newquay this weekend
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Woman arrested after four men stabbed in London’s Covent Garden
Metropolitan police say 47-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of possession of offensive weapon and assault
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Ex neo-Nazi activist withdraws as Tory election candidate
Kemi Badenoch says Joshua Bonehill-Paine will now advise the Conservatives on tackling extremism.
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Protestors clash with Wisconsin cops hours after memorial for Corey Ruiz was removed
Police spokesperson said protestors at the encampment began lighting fires with some even hurling memorial candles
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Former neo-Nazi activist withdraws as Tory local election candidate after backlash
Joshua Bonehill-Paine said Kemi Badenoch had offered him an alternative role as an adviser ‘on how young men become radicalised’
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New Mexico sues Trump’s DOJ for access to Epstein files for Zorro Ranch investigation
Justice Department ‘actively hurting’ state’s criminal investigation by delaying release of unredacted documents, attorney general says
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Trump says deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday
U.S. President Donald Trump says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday
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Progressives leave primaries as victors - but its not the night they hoped for
Abdul El-Sayed pulled off a victory for the left thanks to Democratic voter frustration. But it was not on the level progressives wanted, Eric Garcia writes
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Appeals court says fishermen's claim in lobster defamation suit raises First Amendment questions
A federal appeals court has signaled that it might not allow a lawsuit brought by New England fishing businesses and industry groups against a California aquarium to proceed because of the case’s potential impact on free speech
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Scientists discover primates regularly form friendships with other animals
The cases we reviewed involved 88 primate species and their interactions with 127 other animal species
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The Leipzig drone bomb marks a dangerous escalation for Europe
Initial evidence suggests the drone, which was found near Ukrainian cargo planes at the German airport, came from Russia
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Trump professes his love of TiVo in weird tangent during interview
The beloved digital recording service launched in the 90s and was discontinued last year
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Leftist El-Sayed defeats establishment Democrat in Michigan primary
Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan comes as the Democratic party struggles to define itself in the Trump era.
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Michigan nominates first trans woman for state legislature
Joanna Whaley, ex-megachurch pastor who endured years of conversion practices, comfortably bested her opponents
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See the Sun like never before with most detailed images yet
New images and footage of the Sun show "whirlpools" of activity that it has not been possible to see before.
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Jury gives verdict on jailed grandfather’s prison death after asylum hotel riots
Peter Lynch was found dead in his jail cell in October 2024
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Trump is pioneering the role of commentator-in-chief when issues grow thorny
The president is constantly assigning motives, identifying heroes and villains, and telling his audience what to think
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France is banning unsolicited telemarketing calls starting next week
France is banning unsolicited telemarketing calls starting next week following years of people's complaints
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Kansas woman battles for her life after she was bitten by a spider
Doctors could not confirm what type of spider bit the mother of four, but Kansas is home to only two venomous spider species: the black widow and brown recluse
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Strong miners offset weak Asia-focused financials
Next gained 5.7% as it raised profit guidance once again.
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Wildfire near Athens leaves rescuers scrambling to reunite hundreds of animals
A wildfire that swept across mountains and coastal areas west of Athens has left hundreds of animals displaced
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Uganda team manager has 'no idea' why boxers have disappeared
Commonwealth Games chef de mission Godwin Kayangwe says he hopes the athletes will return home before their visas expire in October.
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Suspect in Washington state wildfire was questioned about blazes last year
Aaron Farinacci is accused of starting the Old Trails fire that has destroyed homes and forced thousands to flee
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Matt Chorley's Urgent Questions - Which PM punched John Simpson? - BBC Sounds
Plus… what did Andy Burnham's wife say about his leadership bid?
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Farage’s popularity is plummeting. In Clacton, voters say they are losing faith
Nigel Farage’s popularity is at its lowest point since the 2024 election, and next week he faces a by-election of his own making. Nicole Wootton-Cane speaks to voters in Clacton about why they are losing faith in the Reform UK leader
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Video. Mass funeral held in Gaza for victims of 2023 air strike
Video. Funeral held in Gaza after crews recover 112 bodies from the site of a deadly 2023 air strike, with many victims still missing beneath rubble.
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Man jailed for rape of woman in caravan after Royal Windsor Horse Show
Ryan Dinnage, 32, has been jailed for more than eight years
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Mike Johnson shrugs off allegations of Max Miller’s abuse as ‘domestic events’
The Republican House Speaker says that ‘it’s not my business to get engaged in it’
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Dodo was actually smart – but trust in humans led to its downfall
Dodos approached humans without alarm and gathered around distressed members of their own group, enabling hunters to kill large numbers quickly and earning a reputation as foolish birds, new study finds
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Zelensky asks allies for more missile defences after 17 killed in Kyiv
Kyiv says that Ukraine has been supplied with a third of the air defence missiles it was given in 2025
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New Mexico sues justice department for ‘stonewalling’ Epstein investigation
Filing by attorney general Raúl Torrez comes after DoJ appears to have ignored deadline for key Epstein ranch files
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Trump admin accused of ‘destroying’ pool evidence after lawsuit reveals damage
Foundation suing over Trump’s renovations to the landmark want access to the site before recently revealed damage is ‘lost forever’
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Sean Hannity questions Fox News’ poll showing Democrat leading Texas Senate race
Recent polls show Talarico narrowly leading Ken Paxton in Texas or have the two candidates tied
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Disgraced reality TV star Stephen Bear admits sex offenders register breaches
The 36-year-old was placed on the register after sharing a private sex tape of his ex-girlfriend Georgia Harrison
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Abdul El-Sayed's victory sends tremors through Democratic Party
His win in Michigan sets up a high-stakes contest in November, testing a left-wing candidate's popularity in a swing state.
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Nearly 1,500 properties bought using Australia’s first home buyers' 5% deposit scheme converted into investments
New data shows the federal government scheme has been used by high-income borrowers, including one couple earning an annual $674,000
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Pakistani authorities ban international media from reporting in most of country
Rules brought in soon after killing of dozens of protesters, news of which was reported only by overseas outlets
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Olympian Freddie Woodward was 'hooked on porn for 10 years'
A former Team GB diver says he was addicted to online adult content for more than half of his life.
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Mohamed Salah: Turkish club Trabzonspor set to sign former Liverpool forward
Turkish club Trabzonspor are set to confirm the signing of Egypt captain and former Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah.
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Disney agrees deal to let TikTokers use its characters in videos
A deal between will allow some creators to use clips from Disney films and TV shows in their videos.
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Head of drone manufacturer critically injured in car bomb in Russia
Assassination attempt demonstrates Ukraine’s ability to continue clandestine operations deep inside Russian territory
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Millions of gallons vanish as Puerto Rico braces for water crisis
Puerto Rico will implement water rationing measures in San Juan and other major cities as a drought grips the U.S. territory with no relief in sight
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Italy to place all 27 of its major cities on highest heat alert
Move comes as fourth heatwave of summer intensifies, edging temperatures in some areas close to 40C
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North Carolina congressman Edwards quits reelection bid after committee recommends his censure
North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards has withdrawn from his reelection campaign days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides
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The serial candidates standing against Farage in Clacton
BBC Verify takes a look at the serial candidates standing in Clacton, how they fared in previous elections, and whether they have ever won enough votes to get their deposits back.
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Pictured: Girl, 9, who died after being found injured during family camping trip
The girl’s family described her as ’beloved, absolutely incredible and beautiful’
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Tottenham: Roberto de Zerbi hopes to drag Spurs up from Premier League depths
Through his self-confessed love of the transfer window, Tottenham boss Roberto de Zerbi hopes he can guide his club back up the Premier League table.
