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Watch: Moment earthquakes hit airport and buildings in Caracas
Video filmed by BBC reporters, contributors and locals shows the aftermath, as frantic residents evacuate.

How to cope in a heatwave - according to you
From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat.

Ryanair says it will reluctantly let parents sit with children for free
The airline had typically charged adults a fee of £8 each way to sit with their young children.

Jail time and unlimited fines planned under conversion practices ban
The government says a new Bill will protect LGBT people from "abusive acts" to change who they are.

How brands banned from the World Cup became the story
When we try to suppress something, we often make it more visible - and Fifa is living that in real time with its sponsors.

Education secretary says she'll turn Tory leader's insult into a T-shirt
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch's called Bridget Phillipson a 'spiteful class warrior' at PMQs.

Bodies found in state of 'advanced deterioration' at under-fire trust
An inspection of Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust mortuaries found 10 shortfalls, the Human Tissue Authority said.

Council sorry for parking fines after train crash
Stranded passengers find fixed penalty notices on their cars at Bedford railway station.

Austrian GP declared heat-hazard race amid heatwave
This weekend's Austrian Grand Prix is declared a heat-hazard race by Formula 1's governing body the FIA.

Trump describes Burnham as the 'mayor of a town' and 'extremely liberal'
The US president gives his first public reaction to the man widely expected to be next UK prime minister.

'I thought I was going to die' - Venezuelans describe earthquake panic
Buildings were flattened in the capital Caracas, where voices have been heard calling from the rubble.

What we know so far
The two quakes have killed at least 164 people and injured nearly 1,000, with more feared trapped under rubble.

How hot will it be today?
Today's weather forecast will be sunny and hot for many, with June temperature records set to be broken again.

June's temperature record set to be broken again
Thursday is expected to be a hotter day for parts of England and Wales with June's record temperature set to be broken for a second day in a row as Simon King explains.

The 'constant fear' of living in an overheated home with a baby
Jackson Bylett and his wife, who live in a flat in east London with their baby, fear for the future.

Why this heatwave feels worse than the last one
A combination of factors is making this heatwave more uncomfortable than some we have had in the past, as Simon King explains

Find out which university degrees could earn you most across your lifetime
New data suggests which university degrees have the highest and lowest financial returns over a lifetime.

GTA 6 - all you need to know about Rockstar's blockbuster game
Rockstar's sixth game in the franchise is set to be the biggest game release of the year.

I've spent 30 years in recruitment - this is how to get a job
The recruitment agency boss shares his tips on getting noticed in a tougher jobs market.

'From excitement to emptiness': Families affected by largest NHS maternity scandal tell their stories
Families explain how they became part of the biggest maternity scandal in NHS history.

The woman who fought for Pakistan's disappeared men now faces life in jail
The Nobel Peace Prize nominee has spent years demanding answers about the missing in Balochistan province.

What do Scotland need to make World Cup knockouts?
After their 3-0 defeat by Brazil, BBC Sport looks at what Scotland require to reach the knockout phase.

Best World Cup stadium? BBC Sport experts have their say
BBC Sport reporters have their say on the best stadium experiences at the 2026 World Cup.

Obesity cases rising fastest in young adults
Experts say the cost of living, pandemic and boom in unhealthy food are behind the rise in cases.

Reeves urges Burnham to 'stick to what I'm doing' on economy
The chancellor throws her support behind the MP for Makerfield despite reports he could demote her if he becomes PM.

Trump asks Congress for billions for Iran war, after tension with Republicans
But the budget faces an uphill battle as the president spars with some members of his own party over the issue.

Oil price falls back to pre-Iran war levels
Signs that traffic through the key Strait of Hormuz shipping route is gradually resuming has helped to push the oil price down.

IBM hails new 'block of flats' design breakthrough for ultra tiny chips
IBM says it has created the world's first known chip tech below 1 nanometre - but it will be some time before it's ready for production.

Price cuts on family summer days out come into force
The government is reducing VAT from 20% to 5% on attractions and kids' meals as schools begin to break-up.

Preston Davey review 'should include second murdered baby'
Damion Russell was examined in the same hospital that failed to raise the alarm about Preston's injuries.

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What The UK's Biggest Maternity Review Tells Us About Maternity Care
A review has found “systemic failures” in maternity care at a hospital in Nottingham.

Can Trump convince Republicans he’s won the war on Iran?
Republicans are critical of the US lifting sanctions against Iran

Inside the OnlyFans machine
Amber Haque reveals how OnlyFans models suffer widespread exploitation by their managers.

Vinicius Jr stops the fun and leaves Scots down... but are they going out?
Scotland's party stops at the hands of Brazil in Miami, but might they still find themselves in the last 32?

Austrian GP declared heat-hazard race amid heatwave
This weekend's Austrian Grand Prix is declared a heat-hazard race by Formula 1's governing body the FIA.

Burnley and West Ham to meet on first Championship weekend
Relegated Burnley and West Ham will meet on the opening weekend of the Championship season on Sunday, 16 August.

Best World Cup stadium? BBC Sport experts have their say
BBC Sport reporters have their say on the best stadium experiences at the 2026 World Cup.

French footballer Kies dies from drowning
French footballer Kenzo Kies has died at the age of 21 after drowning in the Rhone river.

How brands banned from the World Cup became the story
When we try to suppress something, we often make it more visible - and Fifa is living that in real time with its sponsors.

Al Jazeera

US push for unified Libyan government tests Tripoli factions
A US-backed initiative aiming to unify Libya's divided institutions tests political loyalties in the country's west.

Why Britain devours its prime ministers
Weak leaders are only part of the story. Restless MPs and volatile voters have made Downing Street harder to survive.

Israeli forces kill Palestinian man during raid on his home
Israeli forces kill Palestinian man during raid on his home

How minesweeping in the Strait of Hormuz works: A visual guide
Clearing mines is a slow, high-risk operation that involves finding and destroying them using specialised techniques.

Watch World Cup Day 14: South Africa advance, with Morocco, Mexico, Brazil
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.

Rubio tells Gulf allies that Iran deal will ensure their security
Rubio's Gulf tour is the first high-level diplomatic mission since the US-Iran framework agreement last week.

Europe faces another day of extreme heat after more temperature records set
France under extreme heat alert as 63 million endure 30+C temperatures, with widespread power outages in Brittany.

As Ukraine seizes ‘first chance to win’, war horrors come home to Russia
President Putin has hinted at peace talks as the economy fails, people flee cities and toxic 'oil rains' fall.

Venezuela earthquakes: Why is Central America so vulnerable to tremors?
Venezuela and Japan are both hit by strong quakes, but Venezuela faces higher risks due to weaker building standards.

Oil prices back to pre-war levels on rising Middle East supply
The price of Brent crude has reached its lowest since February 27, before the war started.

US says Iran will buy its goods: What could US-Iran trade look like?
Before the 1979 revolution in Iran, Washington and Tehran had close trade ties. Could a peace deal revive them?

In pictures: Aftermath of twin earthquakes in Venezuela
Communities in northern Venezuela struggle after deadly quakes as rescuers race against time to find survivors.

World reacts as devastating Venezuela earthquakes kill at least 164
Global leaders express solidarity with Venezuela as dual earthquakes kill at least 164 and leave widespread devastation.

Which teams have qualified for the World Cup 2026 knockouts, round of 32?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage format, criteria and rules for qualification. Find out who's in and who's out.

Iran warns against Hormuz crossings without authorisation
An oil tanker navigates the strait, reportedly hugging the western coast, despite threats from Revolutionary Guards.

Magnitude 6.9 earthquake strikes northern Japan
Magnitude 6.9 earthquake strikes northern Japan

Moments of panic as earthquakes strike Venezuela
Video captured the first moments of two earthquakes striking Venezuela, triggering panic as people fled for safety.

Mexico fans celebrate three World Cup group-stage wins in a row
Mexico fans celebrate three World Cup group-stage wins in a row

Iran war day 118: IRGC rejects new Hormuz route; Rubio to meet GCC leaders
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns against alternative route in Strait of Hormuz as top US diplomat to meet Gulf leaders.

South Africa fans hail historic World Cup knockout entry after Korea win
The nation’s shock win against South Korea quelled criticism back at home after doubts about coach Hugo Broos’ team.

South Africa celebrates reaching World Cup knockout stage for first time
South Africa’s team has celebrated reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time after defeating South Korea.

ICC judges sue Trump over sanctions, call measures unlawful
Judges argue sanctions aimed to punish and coerce ICC decisions on US and Israeli war crimes cases.

‘We hugged each other and ran’: Venezuelans recount earthquake horror
Survivors describe panic and collapsing buildings during two strong quakes as thousands of people feared dead.

In New York’s Astoria neighbourhood, Arab nations unite in World Cup joy
Historic World Cup match wins for Egypt, Morocco and Algeria bring together fans from the Middle Eastern diaspora.

Rescuers pull survivors from rubble after Venezuela earthquakes
A major search-and-rescue effort is underway in Venezuela after two earthquakes levelled buildings and left many trapped

Global Times

China to introduce new train timetable from July 1, including high-speed train service between Beijing and Urumqi

Chinese expert criticizes Filipino FM's claim that Japan-Philippines delimitation 'nothing to do' with China, warns move serves ulterior purposes beyond bilateral talks

Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative

DC gala shooting suspect voices grievances against US administration in writings to family: media reports

Local Insights: At the 13th Baku Global Forum, global participants look to China for new path of multilateralism and stability

Over 3,000 protests staged across US on one month of strikes against Iran, scale 'suggests mounting public dissatisfaction that risks more chaos': expert

China schedules next moonshot this year: developer

Nearly 4.9 million visits from Taiwan to mainland in 2025 with one-third made by young people: CPPCC member

NPC deputy calls to make comprehensive sex education a formal part of China's basic education curriculum

Renowned scholar and political advisor expresses confidence in China's AI development, computing power

China's 2026 defense budget set at 1.94 trillion yuan: spokesperson

NPC deputy suggests optimizing vacations, breaks to stimulate domestic consumption

NPC deputy suggests better informing patients of fertility risks before treatment

Chinese courts step up crackdown on cyber crimes

China's astronaut center addresses challenges of long-term human survival on exoplanets: political advisor and China's first female taikonaut to enter space station

From Pegasus to Blades of the Guardians, film IPs fuel Xinjiang's tourism boom, NPC deputy tells GT

CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Olympics delegation

Chinese, Iranian diplomats meet before US-Iran nuclear talk; move reflects Teheran's willingness to seek intl support: Chinese expert

China stresses Taiwan at 'core of core interests' after Xi-Trump call; Room for 'relying on US for independence' illusion will only shrink further: expert

Uruguayan president visits Great Wall, Palace Museum on 2nd day of China trip; Chinese expert says growing interest in CPC history shows wish to learn from China

Trump claims India will buy Venezuelan oil, welcomes China's investment; Chinese expert notices remarks 'unilateral,' no confirmation from Indian side

Takaichi skipping of TV debate due to 'hand injury' sparks dissatisfaction from Japanese politicians, netizens, saying Takaichi avoids key questions including Unification Church scandal

Chinese FM holds strategic dialogue with Russia's Shoigu; Wang warns the world 'faces risk of regressing to law of jungle'

No case of Nipah virus disease detected in China so far: China's disease control authorities

China's first Type 054B frigate reaches operational capability, official media reveals amid warship's first commissioning anniversary

PLA Navy's Type 055 large destroyer boosts anti-submarine capabilities with confrontational exercise in South China Sea

S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice

Shenzhou-20 taikonauts make 1st public appearance after safe return following debris incident, recounts details

The Irish Taoiseach's visit to China in 14 years could be a 'touchstone' for China-EU relations: expert

ROK president arrives in Beijing with 200 business delegates, hails full restoration of bilateral ties 'the greatest achievement'

Witnesses of Struggle: GT visits Hump Route crash site in Xizang, retracing enduring memory of wartime sacrifice and friendship

China imposes countermeasures against 20 US companies, 10 senior executives in response to US arms sales to Taiwan

Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference

Chinese FM strongly condemns $11b US arms sales to Taiwan; DPP authorities 'thanking' Washington slammed by island netizens

Chinese Embassy in UK urges London to recognize reality, adopt correct mindset following Starmer's China-related remarks

No 'slave's peace'

HK to set up judge-led independent commission to investigate deadly fire; Chief Executive vows accountability to be pursued to very end

China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan

2025 Understanding China Conference opens in Guangzhou, spotlighting 15th Five-Year Plan and China's global initiatives

Practitioner's Insights: Large-scale Chinese-built wind power projects in S.Africa turn stable, abundant electricity supply for locals from luxury into reality

Never alone in times of crisis: HK and mainland stand in solidarity to aid rescue and relief in high-rise fire

Civic groups in Taiwan protest Lai's arms push, oppose being dragged toward battlefield

Kuliang bond forges 'hometown affection' across the Pacific

Chinese premier arrives in Johannesburg for 1st G20 summit in Africa

Chinese scientists document first evidence of tool use in giant pandas

GT investigates: From political opportunist to militarist advocate: An expose of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's radical path

GT investigates: How Japan's PM revives bellicism mindset, perpetuates 'victim narrative' pushed by right-wing forces since WWI

Multiple regions roll out autumn breaks for primary, secondary schools, stimulating local tourism

GT on the spot: UN officials praise bird conservation efforts at Poyang Lake in Jiangxi

China's cosmic ray observatory uncovers mystery of cosmic 'knee'