Alibaba sues the U.S. DoD over a Pentagon blacklist claim linking it to China’s military. The lawsuit challenges the decision and its economic impact.

German rail operator Deutsche Bahn halted nationwide services for 2½ hours after a GSM‑R network failure.

A shocking explosion at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG facility killed 13 and injured 66, sparking investigations amid an already volatile regional context.

A fatal Tesla crash that ripped a house in Texas is now the subject of a special NHTSA inquiry into its automated driving system.

British hygiene brand Dettol apologises after a Chinese ad calling out sexism backfires, sparking angry backlash and boycott calls.

German rail operator Deutsche Bahn halted nationwide services for 2½ hours after a GSM‑R network failure.

Cities across Europe are tackling record‑setting temperatures with cool‑downs, chalk shields, free cinema, and heat‑refuge hubs.

The Irish government has pledged £197 m (€228 m) to upgrade rail infrastructure and services between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, boosting connectivity across the island.

Australia’s Qantas plans a nonstop 22‑h flight to London in 2027, charging ~20% more. Will travellers trade price for convenience?

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.

The 2026 World Cup’s new head‑to‑head tiebreaker and added third‑place table are turning group play – are these rules creating uneven games?

A Mexican teenager’s first football experience in 1986 turned into a lifelong memory of Maradona's legendary Hand of God.

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.

Fans across Southeast Asia lose thousands in a wave of ticket‑scam frauds as BTS's comeback world‑tour sells out—here's why and how to stay safe.

US singer Oliver Tree’s body has been returned to California after a fatal helicopter collision in Rio de Janeiro; his Instagram confirms a final wish to set up a charity.

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.

British hygiene brand Dettol apologises after a Chinese ad calling out sexism backfires, sparking angry backlash and boycott calls.

Britain restricts teens’ social media use. U.S. viewers discuss whether a similar ban should be introduced.

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

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.

EU travellers warn of up to six‑hour waits as the new Entry/Exit System requires biometric checks at every Schengen border crossing.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup saw nearly a quarter of players representing countries they weren’t born in – a surge that reflects changing migration patterns and new rule‑sets.

Ukrainian drones hit Sevastopol’s main power substation, shutting lights and forcing fuel rationing in Crimea’s key port.

At Stanford, the year‑old class reacted to a restrained AI reference by Googles CEO, sparking a walk‑out protest over political and ethical concerns about the tech industry.

The Supreme Court of Appeal rules that Edgar Lungu’s remains stay in South Africa, ending years of legal sparring with the Zambian government.

After a brutal shark bite at Coogee Beach, 34‑year‑old Leah Stewart wakes from an induced coma, sparking hope as she faces a long road to recovery.

A severe heatwave triggers record temperatures across western Europe, killing 40 people in France since June 18 and prompting emergency measures.

Cities across Europe are tackling record‑setting temperatures with cool‑downs, chalk shields, free cinema, and heat‑refuge hubs.

Kenya’s Health Minister has abruptly stopped building a 50‑bed Ebola quarantine facility after a court found him in contempt for ignoring a judge’s ruling.

Europe’s scorching heat reaches lethal levels, with 40 drownings in France alone as red alerts sweep France, Spain and Italy.

Indian fintech pioneer Kunal Shah has been named head of WhatsApp, signalling Meta’s shift toward a more product‑centric leadership.

At Stanford, the year‑old class reacted to a restrained AI reference by Googles CEO, sparking a walk‑out protest over political and ethical concerns about the tech industry.

Alibaba sues the U.S. DoD over a Pentagon blacklist claim linking it to China’s military. The lawsuit challenges the decision and its economic impact.

German rail operator Deutsche Bahn halted nationwide services for 2½ hours after a GSM‑R network failure.

A fatal Tesla crash that ripped a house in Texas is now the subject of a special NHTSA inquiry into its automated driving system.