'Poison seller' who sold toxic chemicals online to people across world admits aiding suicides
Kenneth Law admitted charges relating to Canadian victims - but families say he should also be charged in the UK over 79 deaths in Britain.
Nato condemns Russian 'recklessness' after drone hits Romanian residential block
Romania will hold an emergency meeting following the incident, in which two people were injured.
Exploding rocket casts doubts over Nasa's Moon plans
Explosion of Blue Origin rocket is a setback for the company and for Nasa's Moon plans.
Child among three dead in tower block fall
A man, a woman and a child were pronounced dead at the scene in Elephant and Castle.
Trump holding meeting to make 'final determination' on Iran deal
The US president says he is meeting his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal.
Top UK chefs call for cutting VAT for pubs and restaurants to 10%
Tom Kerridge, Yotam Ottolenghi, Ravneet Gill and Simon Rogan told BBC Newsnight VAT should be halved to ease mounting pressure on the hospitality industry.
No second retrial for men accused of airport brawl
Muhammad Amaad and Mohammed Fahir Amaaz denied assaulting a Greater Manchester Police officer in 2024.
One in four first class letters delivered late
Royal Mail says its service is improving and that it is on track to hit the regulator Ofcom's reduced targets
US judge halts Trump's $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund
In a two-page order on Friday, the judge barred the justice department from taking any steps to stand up or operate the fund.
Badenoch tells Blair not to waste his time calling for Labour to change
The Tory leader sends an open letter to former Labour PM Sir Tony Blair following his critique of the government.
Greek national charged with assisting 'Iran spies'
The Metropolitan Police said the allegations relate to the targeting of a UK-based journalist working for Iran International.
Champions League final still not free to air despite pressure
Fans will need a subscription to watch the Champions League final between Arsenal and PSG after TNT Sports decides against making the match free to air.
'Choreographers are the new DJs': The art of the viral dance routine
Videos of fans copying the moves to hits from artists like Zara Larsson and PinkPantheress are going viral.
Endless yellow corridors started as an internet meme - now it's a Hollywood horror film
YouTuber Kane Parsons' eerie YouTube series has been adapted for a film called Backrooms.
Watch: AI versions of Churchill, Kahlo and Gandhi on Question Time
An unusual start to the programme, which this week debates concerns around artificial intelligence.
'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop
The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill patients.
I spent most of career in pain because of degenerative condition, says Nadal
Rafael Nadal had one of the greatest tennis careers the game has ever seen. He also spent nearly all of it in pain.
Weekly quiz: Which tennis star dazzled the French Open with an 'Eiffel Tower' dress?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Are 'heat spikes' becoming more common?
The heatwave that has gripped much of England and Wales this week brought with it record May temperatures. But it has also been exceptional for how quickly it developed as Simon King explains.
Ex-head monk of China's 'kung fu temple' jailed for embezzlement
Shi Yongxin is sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and bribery.
Coroner hopes inquest will 'stop speculation' over deaths of sisters in sea off Brighton
Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters, and Rebecca Walters died off Brighton beach on May 13.
Sea Life penguins kept in basement to get better home with daylight
The aquarium's owner will also stop breeding gentoo penguins at its London and Birmingham sites.
Former US attorney general Pam Bondi testifies in congressional Epstein probe
The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.
Two jailed over fatal 130mph crash in 30 zone
The driver and passenger were inhaling from a balloon as they filmed themselves before the crash.
'Golf ball-sized' hailstones damage roofs and cars
Residents in Melksham and the surrounding areas are counting the cost after a sudden "rare" hailstorm.
'Controversial' North Korean invasion setting for next Call of Duty game
Developer Infinity Ward said the game will be "grounded in the military authenticity" the series is known for.
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Are the Democrats ready to win in Texas?
The Senate race in Texas could determine which party controls Congress.
Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson star in a heart-warming tale
WWII veteran Bernard sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary of D-Day
A powerful film about the rise and tragic fall of a wrestling family
Based on a true story of brothers who made history in the world of professional wrestling.
Mourinho signs three-year deal to return as Real Madrid boss
Jose Mourinho signs a three-year deal to become Real Madrid head coach for a second time.
Every VAR error: How Arsenal escaped red cards and penalties
Arsenal and Chelsea were the biggest beneficiaries of video assistant referee and on-field errors this season.
Champions League final still not free to air despite pressure
Fans will need a subscription to watch the Champions League final between Arsenal and PSG after TNT Sports decides against making the match free to air.
Vallejo criticised for saying woman should not have umpired match
Adolfo Daniel Vallejo is criticised for saying his French Open second-round match should not have been umpired by a woman.
England must accept Ashes backlash, says McCullum
Head coach Brendon McCullum says England must deal with the “backlash” to their dismal 4-1 defeat in Australia.
Five killed in Lebanon as Israeli forces advance across key Litani River
Attacks come ahead of security talks between Lebanese and Israeli military delegations at the Pentagon.
Israel strikes building in Gaza’s Shati refugee camp
Israel strikes building in Gaza’s Shati refugee camp.
Eid and sacrifice in Gaza
Eid al-Adha in Gaza this year marked the third Eid in a row without animal sacrifice or Hajj.
On the road to Rogun Dam, Tajikistan’s ‘greatest dream’
Al Jazeera visits the site of the Rogun dam construction, Tajikistan's 'project of the century'.
Colombia’s ‘Total Peace’ plan: A failure or unfinished business for Petro?
As Colombia prepares to elect a new president, candidates are debating the legacy of Gustavo Petro's signature policy.
US federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s ‘anti-weaponisation fund’
The nearly $1.8bn fund stemmed from a recent IRS settlement with Donald Trump over his leaked tax records.
PSG vs Arsenal: Champions League final – teams, start time, lineups
PSG seek to defend the title they won for the first time, while Arsenal hope for first Champions League trophy lift.
Just what are Israel’s long-term plans for Gaza?
Despite an apparent ceasefire, Israel's leaders continue to hint at annexation and ethnic cleansing.
Eight girls arrested on suspicion of arson after Kenya school fire
The fire broke out at the Utumishi Girls Academy Senior School in Gilgil, killing 16 people and wounding 79 others.
Kambo: What is the frog poison ‘spiritual ritual’ killing detoxers?
Indigenous groups have warned against the use of kambo by non-specialist practitioners.
Sudan medical group says RSF-affiliated fighters kill 27 civilians
The attacks come as nearly 19.5 million Sudanese face severe hunger amid the country’s deepening humanitarian crisis.
QUAD to build Fiji port: A new US-China flashpoint?
Quad kicks back to life in Asia Pacific, looking to develop ports in Fiji, in a counter to China's rise.
Following Syria’s broken tracks from Baniyas to Aleppo
From Baniyas to Aleppo, a 24-hour freight train journey reveals Syria’s shattered rail network and resilient workers.
Israeli plan to extend control in Gaza provokes German concern
Comments mark a shift in Berlin’s stance towards one of its key allies, of which it has long been a strong supporter.
Harvard Medical School graduate dedicates speech to Lebanon and Palestine
Harvard Medical School graduate Leen Ezzeddine dedicated her graduation speech to Palestine and Lebanon.
Firefighters work to free riders stuck atop a rollercoaster in Texas
Firefighters work to free riders stuck atop a rollercoaster in Texas
UN urges ‘urgent’ action to protect children online
Call comes amid a global push for greater accountability and oversight of social media platforms.
World Cup 2026: How France created football’s deepest talent pool
France overcame decades of underachievement to create a football talent system unmatched anywhere in the world.
French prosecutors to probe Israeli treatment of flotilla activists
Foreign minister asserts abuse against French nationals likely to amount to criminal offences if proven.
Australian court sets August date for ‘mushroom murderer’ appeal hearing
Erin Patterson was found guilty of killing three family members as she served them a lunch laced with poisonous fungi.
‘Dangerous colonial occupation’: Israel’s digital West Bank land register
A digital register of land ownership in the West Bank is seen as an escalation of Israel's occupation.
WHO chief visits DRC amidst Ebola crisis
WHO chief visits DRC amidst Ebola crisis and urges international community to increase support.
US-Iran 60-day proposal: What we know
US-Iran memorandum of understanding reportedly covers Strait of Hormuz, sanctions relief and enriched uranium limits.
Kenyan court suspends US Ebola quarantine facility plan
The plan to send Ebola-exposed US nationals to Kenya, which has no known cases of the virus, has provoked a backlash.
How the end of the nuclear file could reshape Iran, and the region
A generation of nuclear ambition shaped the Islamic republic. Its end could undo the damage.
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'