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In Caracas, this feels like the hardest moment in Venezuela's modern history
Rescue teams are working ceaselessly to reach those trapped under rubble. But as hope fades, anger is growing.

Hundreds of Heathrow and Gatwick flights delayed due to thunderstorms
More than 800 flights have been delayed at Heathrow and Gatwick, many due to stormy weather south of the UK.

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.

Mahmood announces new refugee sponsorship route into UK
The home secretary says "capped safe and legal" routes would help to restore confidence in the asylum system.

US strikes Iran after attack on cargo ship
Iran accuses the US of violating their deal and says it struck targets linked to American forces in response.

Is Andy Burnham Labour's saviour, or just its best bet?
Labour insiders give Laura Kuenssberg their take on the man tipped to replace Keir Starmer as PM.

Who are the Panama players England need to look out for?
BBC Sport analyses the key players for Panama who will be aiming to cause a World Cup upset against England in their final Group L fixture.

Iran takes swipe at US' 'unfair treatment' and throws down gauntlet to Fifa
Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei says his nation have been treated unfairly by the United States during the World Cup

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.

Scotland's World Cup hopes at 0.07% - these are results they need
Defeat against Brazil left Scotland in a precarious position, but little has gone their way since either.

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They quit the West for Russia's traditional values. It wasn't what they expected
The BBC asks Westerners who moved to Russia if life there lives up to expectations.

What happened when I told police I was sexually assaulted on a train
After reporting an incident on a train, Esme Rice waited 13 hours for a response from the British Transport Police.

What can a festival do when the noise becomes too much?
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?

Could you handle a 20-plus hour flight? This airline is banking on it
Some analysts say the first non-stop London to Sydney flight is a major milestone - but would you buy a ticket?

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.

Raducanu quits practice as Wimbledon fitness fears grow
Emma Raducanu's chances of being fit for Wimbledon look to be in considerable doubt after the Briton cut short her practice on Saturday.

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.

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.

Body found in search for teenage swimmer in lake
The boy, 15, was reported missing after last being seen swimming in Testwood Lakes on Wednesday.

Two years ago, she was delivering Amazon parcels - now she's an international star
The R&B singer broke out with the single Worst Behaviour, which she sold on a custom-built website.

We host strangers for dinner every month - now we have 60 new friends
After 2 years in Belfast, Nidhi Pal and Vik Parashar found a creative way to make new friends - a monthly dinner party with strangers.

I'm 98 but I still do my 40 press-ups every day
Bill Kober, who lives in Woodbridge, is proving that age is just a number... one press-up at a time.

Banned swimmer's daughters to realise family's Commonwealth Games dream
Annette Cowley was not allowed to compete at the 1986 Games as she was caught in a political storm.

Rescued sewage work eggs hatch into five ducklings
The eggs were spotted in a nest at risk of toppling over on the surface at a sewage treatment works.

Amber extreme heat warning extended before cooldown ends record-breaking heatwave
The record-breaking heatwave is set to end with cooler and more unsettled weather by Sunday.

Lightning causes fires and serious house damage
Six blazes caused by strikes have been dealt with by crews across Kent, East Sussex and West Sussex.

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.

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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.

Russell claims controversial pole after Verstappen crash
Mercedes driver George Russell controversially steals pole position at the Austrian Grand Prix from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc with the last lap of the session.

Raducanu quits practice as Wimbledon fitness fears grow
Emma Raducanu's chances of being fit for Wimbledon look to be in considerable doubt after the Briton cut short her practice on Saturday.

Wales beat Barbarians as North signs off in style
Wales beat Barbarians 33-31 at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham but the day belongs to two-try George North in his last rugby match.

Who are the Panama players England need to look out for?
BBC Sport analyses the key players for Panama who will be aiming to cause a World Cup upset against England in their final Group L fixture.

'I leave nothing' - the end of 'toxic' Bielsa's Uruguay reign
With Uruguay eliminated from the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport looks at what has gone wrong for them under colourful coach Marcelo Bielsa.

Scotland's World Cup hopes at 0.07% - these are results they need
Defeat against Brazil left Scotland in a precarious position, but little has gone their way since either.

Al Jazeera

With water cuts looming in Arizona in US, locals fight data centres
Arizona residents have campaigned against state’s data centres as they seek a share of the shrinking water supply.

Sabalenka defends Wimbledon prize protest, says it’s for struggling players
The world number one is in a group of players seeking a greater prize return at Grand Slams.

Bodycam shows driver offering armed police a lift mid-chase
Bodycam video showing a van driver offering an armed officer a lift to catch a fleeing suspect has gone viral in the UK.

Toxic Bielsa leaves ‘nothing good’ behind as Uruguay suffer World Cup shock
Uruguay's outgoing Argentinian coach Marcelo Bielsa has previously described himself as a 'toxic perfectionist'.

Cape Verde break record as smallest nation to reach World Cup knockouts
Cape Verde set sights on Lionel Messi's Argentina in last 32 as dream run continues at 2026 edition of FIFA's showpiece.

Israel-Lebanon deal ties ceasefire to Hezbollah disarmament: Will it work?
Hezbollah chief calls the deal 'null and void', raising questions if the latest agreement can lead to peace in Lebanon.

Venezuela leader jeered as rescue efforts hampered
Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez has been jeered by residents devastated by the earthquakes.

‘Pick up the phone’: IRGC appears to rebuff US Strait of Hormuz ‘hotline’
Iran's IRGC appears to have rejected US claims of a military hotline will operate between the two countries.

Three killed as Ukraine and Russia trade attacks overnight
Moscow's attacks are reported to have killed two, while Kyiv's attacks on Russia killed one.

Childhood interrupted: Family awaits justice 8 years after baby was raped
A Delhi family is trapped between a stalled legal system, fraught family ties, and the struggle to protect their child.

Exclusive: Infiltrating Myanmar’s scam syndicates
101 East goes undercover to expose the playbook of Myanmar’s notorious scam industry.

No school, living in a tent, but it’s exam time in Gaza
Dana Shabat, 18, has to walk an hour every day to go to a cafe to take her high school exams in the Gaza Strip.

Ronaldo, Portugal play Colombia in World Cup: Prediction, kickoff, schedule
Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal and Luis Diaz's Colombia clash in Miami, with both sides vying for the top spot in Group K.

Could Israel’s coming election see an end to Netanyahu’s political career?
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces mounting political, legal and US pressure ahead of crucial elections.

US, Iran trade strikes: What to know, will it unravel the MoU?
As the latest confrontations are aimed at control of the Strait of Hormuz, analysts say the deal is at risk of collapse.

Joy, disappointment, protests: A view from Egypt-Iran World Cup tie
Egyptians hail historic qualification as Iranians voice appreciation to Team Melli who may still make it to next round.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Saturday schedule, Round of 32 standings, predictions
Six World Cup games, knockout places on the line, Cape Verde make history and Iran wait for a place in the Round of 32.

Venezuelans dig for earthquake survivors as 72-hour rescue window nears end
At least 920 people are confirmed dead and more than 51,000 missing after two quakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday.

Watch World Cup Day 16: Spain, Egypt, Cape Verde advance to Round of 32
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.

Thai police arrest Australian over killing of teenager found in suitcase
Suspect was stopped at Bangkok's main airport as he allegedly tried to fly home.

Germany braces for record-breaking temperatures as heatwave moves east
Several countries including the UK and Switzerland have posted record June temperatures, with deaths reported in France.

Somali intelligence helps US arrest alleged leader of Minnesota fraud
US prosecutors reach into Somalia for a suspect in US fraud case.

Iran war day 120: Tehran condemns US strikes, says it violates MoU
US says it targeted Iranian missile and drone storage locations while IRGC said it hit US military sites in the region.

Who profits from Africa’s gold?
African governments seek greater control over gold, but much of its value continues to flow abroad.

Belgium reach World Cup knockouts as New Zealand exit tournament
A double strike from Arsenal's Leandro Trossard against New Zealand carried Belgium to top of Group G, ahead of Egypt.

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'