Former Federal Reserve chairman Alan Greenspan passes away aged 100; a centenarian who steered the American economy for two decades, leaving a legacy of growth and controversy.

Japan raises single‑entry visa fees to 15,000 yen and multi‑entry to 30,000 yen – the first hike since 1978 – citing inflation and exchange rate changes.

Meta replaces veteran WhatsApp boss Will Cathcart with Indian fintech founder Kunal Shah as the platform seeks growth in India’s booming market.

Music mogul who launched the careers of Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and many others has died.

British hygiene brand Dettol apologises after a China ad meant to critique sexism is criticised for objectifying women and called for a boycott.

Oliver Tree’s body has returned to California after a fatal helicopter crash in Brazil; his family will honor his final wish by establishing a charity.

Japan hikes visa fees five times in 50+ years, moving from 3,000 to 15,000 yen for single-entry and 6,000 to 30,000 yen for multi‑entry. What it means for travelers and tourism.

A massive blaze at a VIP beach resort kills a tourist and prompts the evacuation of almost 1,700 guests in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic.

A fire at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach resort killed one tourist and forced evacuation of almost 1,700 guests, authorities say.

An 18-year-old tourist from India died after falling from a horse-drawn carriage in NYC’s Central Park, raising concerns over public safety and animal welfare.

See a Cape Verde fan erupt in joy as his nation nets its first-ever World Cup goal – captured live on BBC News during the 2026 match against Uruguay.

A Cape Verde fan erupts in celebration as his team nets its first World Cup goal against Uruguay during a live BBC News segment.

India A prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hits fastest List A fifty in 11 balls, eclipsing the previous record, amid hopes for his ODI debut after missing England squad.

King Willem‑Alexander, Queen Maxima and Princess Ariane shared a historic World Cup day, supporting the Netherlands and Curaçao in separate matches.

Japanese football fans, celebrated for cleaning World Cup stadiums, are now being called out at home for gender‑skewed housework.

A rare wedding in Ibadan saw twin brothers marry twin sisters, showcasing the rich twin heritage of Yoruba tradition.

Music mogul who launched the careers of Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and many others has died.

British hygiene brand Dettol apologises after a China ad meant to critique sexism is criticised for objectifying women and called for a boycott.

Legendary record executive Clive Davis, who shaped the careers of Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and others, passes away at 94.

A unique celebration in Ibadan saw fraternal twin brothers Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye wed identical twin sisters Taiwo and Kehinde Adediran, sparking joy across the city.

A new AI company offers free cleaning services in NYC, but gathers extensive data to train robots.

Former US president Trump accuses Italy’s premier of begging for a joint photo at the G7 summit, sparking a diplomatic spat.

Japanese football fans, celebrated for cleaning World Cup stadiums, are now being called out at home for gender‑skewed housework.

A latest US‑Iran memorandum of understanding shines a light on why the February 28 war unfolded and the implications for the region.

Japanese football fans are praised for sweeping stadiums after World Cup matches, but social media users question why they leave household chores to wives.

Former president Donald Trump declares work on Washington’s iconic Reflecting Pool will start right away amid vandalism allegations and green algae blooms.

Former Federal Reserve chairman Alan Greenspan passes away aged 100; a centenarian who steered the American economy for two decades, leaving a legacy of growth and controversy.

Japan raises single‑entry visa fees to 15,000 yen and multi‑entry to 30,000 yen – the first hike since 1978 – citing inflation and exchange rate changes.

Colombia’s presidential runoff ends with a narrow win for Abelardo de la Espriella, supported by former U.S. President Donald Trump, signaling a right‑wing shift.

A record‑breaking heatwave has triggered red alerts across Western and Central Europe, bringing temperatures above 40°C to France, Italy and Spain – with schools closed and casualties reported.

A record‑breaking heatwave has triggered red alerts across Western and Central Europe, bringing temperatures above 40°C to France, Italy and Spain – with schools closed and casualties reported.

A brutal gang rape in Begusarai, Bihar, has sparked outrage and reminded India of the 2012 Delhi assault that ignited global protests, exposing systemic failures in policing and medical care.

When a ransomware attack hit 100 Romanian hospitals in February 2024, medical teams recovered by logging patient care on paper while security experts cut off the ransomware.

Kenya’s Health Minister Aden Duale is facing contempt of court for ignoring a halt on a 50‑bed U.S. funded Ebola quarantine centre amid protests that left three dead.

France bracing for a record heatwave: 49 of 96 regions in red alert, schools shut, and the national music festival banned for alcohol.

13 dead and 66 injured after a technical accident at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG plant, lighting Doha’s skyline orange.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has appointed Kunal Shah, founder of fintech startup Cred, as WhatsApp head as Will Cathcart exits leadership.

When a ransomware attack hit 100 Romanian hospitals in February 2024, medical teams recovered by logging patient care on paper while security experts cut off the ransomware.

Meta reshuffles WhatsApp leadership, letting long‑time boss Will Cathcart step back while Indian fintech founder Kunal Shah steers the global messaging app into India’s booming market.

A technical accident at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG plant sent flames over the skyline, claiming 13 lives and wounding 66 residents.