US conducts strikes on Iran after attack on cargo ship
US Central Command says it has struck missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar positions.
Home Office to introduce new asylum routes to UK
The home secretary said "capped safe and legal" routes would help to restore confidence in the asylum system.
Hottest June day record broken for third day in row as temperature hits 37.3C
Suffolk saw the highest temperature on Friday - but many will feel the heatwave begin to ease over the weekend.
Venezuela earthquakes kill 920 people as families desperate for news
Hundreds are still feared trapped under the rubble, as international rescue teams start to arrive.
Three unusual things about the King's tax bill
King Charles paid £12.9m in tax for 2024-2025 - here's what we know about his unique tax situation.
Madonna was 'jealous of Kylie' - and more things we learned in her Graham Norton interview
All the revelations from Madonna's chat with Graham Norton, including a big hint about Glastonbury.
Meloni and Trump: A very public fall-out that is proving very hard to fix
Italy's PM was not long ago being called the "Trump whisperer", but their relationship has gone from public attacks to personal insults.
Trump threatens 100% tariff on European nations over tech tax
The US president says "Numerous European countries" have been discussing bringing in such a levy.
How messages between two dads helped expose the largest NHS maternity scandal
Among the hundreds of affected families in Nottingham, two sets of parents led the fight to get answers.
Harry and Meghan accept offer to stay at royal estate during UK visit
The royal residence the pair will use has not been made public, but they will also be staying in private accommodation during the trip.
Conservatives offer tax incentive as part of 50,000 reservist pledge
Labour accused the Conservatives of trying to "rewrite history" after making defence cuts while in power.
UK search team joins Venezuela earthquake rescue effort
The 68-strong team left Brize Norton airbase on Friday onboard an RAF plane carrying aid supplies.
Watch: Moment woman pulled from rubble alive
First responders and volunteers pulled a survivor from under the rubble of a collapsed building in La Guaira.
Quake reveals challenges facing country's battered infrastructure
The twin quakes come less than six months after Venezuela's then-leader Nicolás Maduro was seized by US forces.
What we know so far
The quakes killed at least 589 people and injured more than 2,980, with more feared trapped under rubble.
Are we in for a summer of serial heatwaves?
Forecasters have suggested that summer is likely to be warmer than average with an increased chance of more heatwaves, as Simon King explains.
Europe's deadly heatwave breaks German record and halts public events
Germany's highest ever temperature of 41.3C is recorded provisionally in Saarbrücken, over the border from France.
Watch: Lightning strikes seen across UK
Lightning strikes lit up the sky across the UK during the early hours of Friday as thunderstorms were triggered by the intense heat.
UK forecast for the week ahead
Will more comfortable temperatures replace the heatwave soon? Darren Bett has the details.
See it, say it, not sorted. I was let down when I reported my train sexual assault
After reporting an incident on a train, Esme Rice waited 13 hours for a response from the British Transport Police.
'Burnham election call' and 'Too hot for tennis'
Andy Burnham and the record-breaking heatwave across the UK and Europe is prominent across Saturday's papers.
Two years ago, she was delivering parcels - now KWN is an R&B star
The R&B singer broke out with the single Worst Behaviour, which she sold on a custom-built website.
They quit the West for Russia's traditional values, but it wasn't what they expected
The BBC asks Westerners who moved to Russia if life there lives up to expectations.
Going to a festival as a neurodivergent person can be tough - but there are ways to recharge
Some festivals are rolling out calm spaces and noise-cancelling headphones, but there are calls to go further.
Why GTA 6 will launch without a disc - and what it means for gamers
Music and films are now largely digital-only - does the lack of a disc for GTA 6 mean gaming is going the same way?
The first non-stop London to Sydney flight is coming - with challenges
Some analysts say the first non-stop London to Sydney flight is a major milestone - but would you buy a ticket?
Rainbow flags await Egypt and Iran at awkward Pride Match
Iran's coach refuses to discuss pride celebrations in Seattle, where his country face Egypt in a crucial Group G match.
How completing the World Cup sticker book is like having a second job
From car park meet ups to Facebook groups, how families try to complete the set on a budget.
Do Kane, Saka, or Pickford have roots near you? Try our postcode lookup
Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool
Alan Carr doesn't want them, do you? Contents of comedian's castle to be sold
The sale includes dozens of items from a "concrete menagerie" of animals, figures and rural scenes.
A smartphone ban in English schools is coming into force. What's changing?
Schools must now follow government guidance that says schools should be phone-free for the entire day.
Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to mishandling classified documents
Bolton faces a prison sentence of up to five years and has agreed to pay $2.25m in fine, prosecutors say.
PSNI officer 'had intelligence on Donaldson abuse a year before complaint'
A BBC investigation has been told a detective and a child safeguarding expert identified Donaldson after speaking to a victim.
Hit South African show gets the world talking about polygamy and cheating
The Zulu-language series about a man with multiple wives is a worldwide hit.
Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement after US-brokered talks
Hezbollah is not party to Friday's agreement, and previous ceasefires between Israel and Lebanon have still seen near-daily cross-border strikes.
Religion row as Texas makes Bible stories required reading in schools
Critics say the new reading requirements infringe on religious freedoms and blur the separation of church and state.
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Boiling point: The week of extreme heat
Danger to life warnings and record heat: how the UK and Europe struggled to cope.
The King (sort of) reveals his finances
King Charles has become the first monarch to reveal their tax bill, paying £12.9m.
Gripping, star-studded environmental thriller
Past ties drag corporate lawyer Rob into conflict with a company he usually assists.
England qualify for World Cup knockout stage
England's place in the knockout stages of the World Cup is confirmed by other results before they face Panama in their final group game on Saturday.
Cape Verde's incredible World Cup journey continues after Saudi draw
Cape Verde deliver a valiant performance to earn their third draw of the group stage, a result that means they qualify for the last 32 in their World Cup debut while Saudi Arabia crash out.
Rescue efforts turn to recovery as aftershocks shake Venezuela
Rescue workers in one Caracas neighbourhood say no help has arrived, two days after twin quakes tore through the city.
Spain beat Uruguay 1-0 to clinch World Cup Group H top spot
Spain wins World Cup group, beating Uruguay 1-0 as Fernando Muslera’s error sends two-time champions home.
Cape Verde qualify for World Cup Round of 32, set up date with Argentina
Cape Verde's third draw gives them a second-place finish in Group H and pits them against the world champions in the knockouts.
Newly released video exposes Henry Nowak killer’s lies
Newly released footage has exposed the series of lies that led UK police to arrest a dying stabbing victim.
Trump justifies strikes on Iran amid ceasefire
The US has struck Iran in retaliation for what it says was an Iranian attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran war live: US strikes Iran after attack on vessel in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's IRGC says it targeted US military in region after Trump administration launched attack on the country.
Paris Diamond League to go ahead with safety measures amid heatwave
Only competitions involving professional athletes will be held, with all other activities cancelled.
US judge holds prosecutor in contempt in Charlie Kirk murder case
Judge says comments to the media by prosecutors about defendant violate rules of what can be said outside of court.
Venezuela shaken by magnitude 4.9 tremor days after major earthquakes
The country is still reeling from devastating pair of earthquakes that killed hundreds of people earlier this week.
Egypt vs Iran LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026
Live updates, score and commentary stream as Mohamed Salah's Egypt play Iran in the final group match in Seattle.
What is the framework agreement signed by Israel and Lebanon?
Deal comes after months of US-brokered direct talks, but Israel continues to occupy Lebanese land.
Desperate families search for missing loved ones in Venezuela
Families are sharing details about their loved ones online as more than 50,000 people remain missing in Venezuela.
Why did Africa boycott the 1966 World Cup?
Al Jazeera’s Samantha Johnson looks at why Africa boycotted the 1966 World Cup.
Heavyweight champion Usyk says vacating heavyweight world title belts
Usyk, who had held the WBA, WBC and IBF belts, has been the world undisputed cruiserweight and heavyweight champion.
Senegal score 5-0 win over 10-man Iraq, keep World Cup knockout hopes alive
Senegal currently hold the fifth-best record of third-place teams based on their plus-2 goal differential.
Dembele scores hat-trick as France beat Norway 4-1 at World Cup 2026
Dembele's first-half hat-trick helps France to a 4-1 win over second-string Norway to finish top of Group I.
Thousands of migrants flee South Africa ahead of anti-immigrant protests
Thousands of migrants flee South Africa ahead of anti-immigrant protests
Burkina Faso cuts diplomatic ties with former colonial ruler France
The military government, in power since 2022 coup, accused France of having 'neo-colonial ambitions'.
US strikes Iran in response to drone strike on commercial ship
The new strikes come in response to an Iranian drone attack on the Ever Lovely in the Strait of Hormuz.
UN rights chief calls for probe into migrant deaths in US detention centres
Deaths of immigrants held in US detention centres have surged during Donald Trump's second term.
Mistrial declared in federal arson case related to California wildfires
New trial set to take place in October after jury fails to reach decision in closely-watched case on Palisades Fire.
Hezbollah will not support Israel-Lebanon framework deal
Al Jazeera brings you the latest from Beirut as the US announces a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon.
After progressive US primary wins, Trump takes aim at ‘godless communists’
Trump has repeatedly conflated democratic socialists and communists; no communist are running on the Democratic ticket.
Uruguay 0-1 Spain: FIFA World Cup 2026 – at it happened
All the updates, with post-match coverage from our text commentary stream, as Lamine Yamal's Spain beat Uruguay.
US federal judge questions DOJ decision to drop Adani charges
Judge says DOJ's reasoning for dropping Adani charges lacks clarity; orders detailed explanation from prosecutors.
Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative
China schedules next moonshot this year: developer
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
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
No case of Nipah virus disease detected in China so far: China's disease control authorities
S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice
Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference
China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan
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
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'