EU 'strongly' regrets US plan to double steel tariffs

The 27-member bloc says Donald Trump's move undermines efforts to reach a deal, warning of "countermeasures".

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White House Unveils New Details of Stark Budget Cuts

By Tony Romm from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4knO8VE

Trump, Bashing the Federalist Society, Asserts Autonomy on Judge Picks

By Charlie Savage from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3ZL9Vy3

US says China trade talks have stalled as Trump tariffs temporarily reinstated

The US treasury secretary says Trump and Xi Jinping may need to get directly involved in talks.

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It's Musk's last day - what has he achieved at the White House?

The tech billionaire and Doge have spearheaded dramatic changes in the US government and Washington.

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Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and assault

The broadcaster appears at a plea hearing after being accused of five charges relating to four women.

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New Banksy mystery location revealed

The new piece of street art depicts the shadow of a lighthouse emerging out of a bollard.

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Smokey Robinson files $500m case against rape accusers

The case accuses four ex-housekeepers of fabricating allegations as part of an "extortionate" lawsuit.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3HvLZbF

Harvard Says Many of Its Foreign Students Are Seeking to Transfer

By Vimal Patel from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4khJaty

Chinese paraglider pulled 8,000m high into clouds

Peng Yujiang was pulled 8,500m above sea level by a rare updraft called a 'cloud suck'.

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Iran investigates 'missing' Indian nationals

The families of the men, who are from Punjab state, allege they have been kidnapped in Iran.

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Musk 'disappointed' by Trump's tax and spending bill

As the former Doge chief, Musk had worked to reduce government spending which he says this bill contradicts.

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Kenyan president apologises to Tanzania over deportation row

It follows growing criticism from Kenyans targeting Tanzania's president over the recent deportation of activists.

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Slovakia approves sale of brown bear meat to public

Brown bears are a protected EU species but the government has launched a cull after recent attacks.

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South Africans pay tribute to acting 'icon' Chweneyagae who died age 40

Presley Chweneyagae, the star of Oscar-winning 2005 film Tsotsi, died from natural causes, his family says.

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Why is King Charles in Canada, and what is the throne speech?

On Tuesday, the parliament in Ottawa will be opened by a monarch for the first time in decades.

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For Trump, Civil Rights Protections Should Help White Men

By Erica L. Green from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4kzSA34

Head of controversial Israel-backed Gaza aid group resigns

The UN has said the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's plan would make "starvation a bargaining chip".

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Japan flight made emergency landing after man tried opening door

Police said the man was "having a medical crisis" and was restrained by fellow passengers and crew.

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Americans remember George Floyd on fifth anniversary of death

As the cities where Floyd grew up and died hold commemorations, the US "reckoning" with racism seems to be fading.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/45punYU

Bodies of five skiers found near Switzerland resort

Mountain rescue recovered the five bodies a day after they were alerted to multiple pairs of abandoned skis.

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Second suspected sabotage in France as power cut hits Nice

Officials say the blaze that caused the power outage is probably of "criminal origin".

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4k87DRN

Criticism of Trump Was Removed From Documentary on Public Television

By Marc Tracy from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/3ZsNvkX

Ugandan activist alleges she was raped while in Tanzanian detention

Tanzanian authorities are not commenting on the allegations, which include sexual assault.

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Israeli strike kills nine of Gaza doctor's children, hospital says

A British surgeon working in Nasser Hospital said he had operated on the doctor's surviving 11-year-old.

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Amazon tribe sues New York Times over story it says led to porn addict claims

The lawsuit claims a report portrayed the Marubo people as "unable to handle" basic internet exposure.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4mpSKfr

Shock at Harvard After Government Says International Students Must Go

By Jenna Russell and Miles J. Herszenhorn from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4jcdkNj

New satellite photos show damaged North Korean warship

Kim Jong Un has called the shipyard accident a "criminal act" and vowed to find those responsible.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4jkTKyH

Activist freed in Tanzania after Kenyan government demand

Kenya had earlier said it had been denied access to Boniface Mwangi and expressed concern over his health.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4kyN54U

Nike to raise prices as firms face tariffs uncertainty

The US sportswear giant says its price increases are part of "seasonal planning".

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Apple iPhone designer Jony Ive joins OpenAI in $6.5bn deal

OpenAI says partnering with the "greatest designer in the world" will allow it to re-imagine what a computer can do.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/43t91rh

Pete Hegseth Leads Christian Prayer Service in the Pentagon

By John Ismay from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4dt7gP6

R&B star Chris Brown released on bail after London assault charge

The US singer is accused of assault at a nightclub in central London in 2023.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4drBWAz

Ukrainian ex-top official shot dead outside Madrid school - reports

The man, named by Ukrainian and Spanish sources as Andriy Portnov, had just dropped his children off at the school, reports say.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4jZrqCZ

Tennis' French Open is days away - what do players need to succeed on clay?

Sliding, slicing and a powerful forehand - BBC Sport assesses what makes a good clay-court player.

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West Nile virus detected in UK mosquitoes for first time

A UK Health Safety Agency spokesperson said the risk to the general public is "very low".

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Spain clamps down on Airbnb as tourism backlash returns for summer

The Spanish government calls for the removal of almost 66,000 property listings saying they breach tourism rules.

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Zelensky accuses Russia of 'buying time' to stall truce talks

It follows Donald Trump saying Russia and Ukraine will "immediately" start negotiating, after a two-hour phone call with Vladimir Putin.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/43Db64Y

Spain Orders Airbnb to Take Down 66,000 Rental Listings

By Liz Alderman from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3F0YlYN

South Africa to pursue appeal against Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape

Timothy Omotoso, who denies assaulting women from his church, has reportedly returned to Nigeria.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4dyzvft

Watch: Cat caught smuggling drugs into Costa Rica prison

The feline was found carrying 235.65g of marijuana and 67.76g of heroin, authorities say.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/43xzm8F

‘Watch Me,’ Biden Said. But Hearing Him in Hur Interview Is More Revealing.

By Lisa Lerer from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4ktLptt

Federal Courts’ Emerging Bottom Line: Due Process Rights for Immigrants

By Alan Feuer and Abbie VanSickle from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3YTiG94

All hospitals in north Gaza out of service, says health ministry

Hamas-run ministry says Indonesian hospital besieged by Israeli forces.

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Watch: Saunas, espresso and null points: A look back at Eurovision 2025

A nail-biting finish saw Austrian singer JJ win the contest in Switzerland at the very last minute.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3SFoI9x

Five dead after tornado tears through St Louis

The tornado uprooted trees, knocked down power lines and damaged about 5,000 properties.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3S9bKAL

'To Easy LoL' - New Orleans jail break may have been inside job

The inmates ripped a toilet from the wall and escaped through a hole before running across a highway.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3SEnHyz

Russia jails Australian man for fighting alongside Ukraine

Oscar Jenkins, 33, is sentenced to 13 years by a Russian-controlled court in eastern Ukraine.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4jX2pYW

Polish voters set for tight presidential race after 10 years of Duda

Sunday's first-round is expected to set up a run-off between Warsaw's liberal mayor and a conservative historian.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3SGJVzW

Bondi Sold Millions in Trump Media Stock the Day Trump Imposed Vast Tariffs

By Glenn Thrush from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4j82ibZ

Son files criminal complaint over alleged blackmail plot

Tottenham captain Son Heung-min files a criminal complaint with the South Korean police for being the victim of an alleged blackmail plot.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/43iSdDc

TikTok Influencer in Mexico Is Shot Dead While Livestreaming

By Jonathan Wolfe from NYT World https://nyti.ms/4mcv51H

US and Iran close to nuclear deal, Trump says

Speaking in Qatar, the US President said that Iran has "sort of" agreed to the terms of a deal.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4j6leYK

Pregnant Israeli woman killed in West Bank shooting attack

Tzeela Gez died from her injuries, but doctors were able to deliver her baby.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/43fKwNT

Peru's prime minister resigns ahead of no-confidence vote

Gustavo Adrianzén's resignation is another blow to President Dina Boluarte amid anger over rising crime.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4j66Hfs

Bailey gets restraining order against 'abusive' ex

She alleges rapper DDG has been violent towards her since their break-up. He has not yet commented.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3S4hKuM

What did Erik and Lyle Menendez do and when could they be released?

On Tuesday, a Los Angeles judge reduced Lyle and Erik's murder sentence, making them eligible for parole.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/43osWYq

Military rulers in Mali dissolve all political parties

All political meetings have also been banned as the junta intensifies its grip on power.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4ddHYoa

How Healthy Are Mangoes?

By Caroline Hopkins Legaspi from NYT Well https://nyti.ms/42VTiSw

Zambia warns diplomats after US reveals 'systematic' aid theft

The foreign minister says raising concerns publicly amounts to interference in domestic affairs.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4djg8qH

Karma Comes for Kennedy

By Michelle Goldberg from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/4iVAebD

Menendez brothers' long-awaited resentencing hearing to begin

It will determine whether they should receive a lesser sentence, which could ultimately lead to their paroled release.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4dcVPuS

Crates full of Nazi documents found in Argentine court's basement

The crates, dating back to 1941, contain Nazi party membership booklets and Nazi propaganda material.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3RWMEoN

U.S. and China Agree to Temporarily Slash Tariffs in Bid to Defuse Trade War

By Daisuke Wakabayashi and Amy Chang Chien from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/4dgT3VJ

Entire Gaza population at critical risk of famine, UN-backed assessment says

Famine is not currently occurring in Gaza, the assessment says, but it calls for urgent action to increase humanitarian aid.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4matR71

First white South Africans flying to US under Trump refugee plan

Donald Trump says they are victims of "racial discrimination", which is strongly denied by South Africa.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4dnidSA

Watch: Crowds cheer as Pope holds first Sunday address

Worshippers packed St Peter's Square as Pope Leo XIV called for an end to global conflicts.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4m6WXVb

Reluctant at First, Trump Officials Intervened in South Asia as Nuclear Fears Grew

By David E. Sanger, Julian E. Barnes and Maggie Haberman from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4iU7gJ5

What Trump does next on Ukraine is key - and he could go either way

Neither Putin nor Zelensky want to be seen by Trump as the obstacle to peace, writes Frank Gardner.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4jQNCze

European leaders call Trump to discuss 30-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

France, Britain, Germany and Poland met President Vlodomyr Zelensky to discuss an unconditional ceasfire.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/43atVuU

Taylor Swift criticises Lively-Baldoni court summons

The singer's representatives say the court summons was designed to create "tabloid clickbait".

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4kgecS1

White House 'actively looking at' suspending habeas corpus

Miller comments come as judges have sought to challenge some recent detentions made by the Trump administration in an effort to combat illegal immigration

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4m4GJvv

Three things we learned from Putin's Red Square parade

BC Monitoring's Russia Editor Vitaly Shevchenko reflects on the Victory Day spectacle in Moscow.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3F4kFk3

Watch: Pope Leo XIV's first Mass as pontiff

Cardinals joined the newly appointed pope in the Sistine Chapel, in a service that began with a prayer.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/42On0J2

Putin 'back on world stage' at Victory Day parade

The Russian president welcomed 27 world leaders to the event in Red Square.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4k8yoFh

Ukraine labels Russian ceasefire a farce after reports of hundreds of violations

A three-day truce was called by Vladimir Putin ahead of Russia's World War Two Victory Day celebrations.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3GWWQuW

Israel PM 'uncertain' over condition of three Gaza hostages

Benjamin Netanyahu said he knew "with certainty" that 21 hostages were alive but the status of "three more" were unclear.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3GIO57T

Watch: Moments past conclaves elected new popes

See the moments previous popes were elected by conclaves past, from 1939 to 2013.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/44vRwZy

Airports closed, eerie silence in Indian-administered Kashmir

In Srinagar in Indian-administered Kashmir, a road, normally busy with tourists and travellers, lies deserted.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4iUUxpR

'World Cup can be incentive for Russia to end war', says Trump

'World Cup can be incentive for Russia to end war', says Trump

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4m0lgnH

Israel tells people to evacuate from Yemen's main airport

An IDF spokesman warned "failure to evacuate and stay away from the area puts you in danger."

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3EVJK0y

Newsom Asks Trump to Work With Him on $7.5 Billion Tax Credit for Hollywood

By Shawn Hubler, Matt Stevens and Nicole Sperling from NYT Movies https://nyti.ms/42Ls54X

Merz defeat 'an obstacle not a catastrophe'

The man expected to be Germany's next foreign minister reacts after Friedrich Merz fell short in a parliamentary vote to be named chancellor.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3F3PkxP

Peru imposes curfew in province where 13 mine workers were killed

A local prosecutor says there is a "war" raging in the area between illegal and legal gold miners.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3Yv6tXT

Popemobile to become health clinic for Gaza children

One of the famous vehicles is being refitted as a frontline clinic on wheels, following a request by the late pontiff.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4iRrtj1

Trump Says ‘I Don’t Know’ When Asked About Due Process and Upholding Constitution

By Jonathan Swan from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/431MEZw

Ancient Indian skeleton still waiting for home

The find could shed light on how Indians lived 1,000 years ago - but is without a museum because of red tape.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3GEz7zP

Israel security cabinet approves plan to expand Gaza offensive

The Israeli military has called up tens of thousands of reservists, saying it is aiming to increase pressure on Hamas.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4m2HVj6

Australia's opposition left reeling after crushing election defeat

Peter Dutton has been ousted from parliament after Anthony Albanese's landslide win.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4m1yyQF

Elon Musk's Starbase in Texas will officially become a city

Residents approved incorporating a patch of land as the new municipality in an election on Saturday.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/3GyOsBZ

Chicago Museum Director Under Investigation After Airplane Incident

By Robin Pogrebin from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/3GSLs3d

Paramilitaries strike Port Sudan for first time, army says

It is the first time RSF attacks have reached the city, which is the de-facto capital of the army-led government.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4iWO5yE

Australian PM wins second term with increased majority

Anthony Albanese's Labor has seen swings towards it in almost every area of the country.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/42GNJHr

Tunisia jails ex-prime minister on terrorism charges

Ali Laarayedh is the latest high-profile critic of the president to be jailed as campaigners slam "sham trials".

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4iLWMLY

Trump Seeks to Eliminate the National Endowment for the Arts

By Michael Paulson from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/3ERTf0K

Tariffs on car parts entering the US come into force

Import taxes were eased after carmaker outcry, but it's "still a big tariff", analysts say.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4lZD3es

Hong Kong police arrest family of pro-democracy activist, reports say

Anna Kwok's father and brother have been accused of helping the US-based pro-democracy activist with her finances, local media report.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4lYqiRs

South African woman convicted of kidnapping daughter Joshlin Smith

Joshlin Smith's disappearance last year sent shockwaves across South Africa. She is yet to be found.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/42ENQTN

Anger as Uganda president's son says he's holding opposition bodyguard

The bodyguard of opposition leader Bobi Wine went missing five days ago, leading to fears for his safety.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4jGSQgM

Charles Koch Says Many in the Country Are ‘Abandoning’ Its Principles

By Theodore Schleifer from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3RMc7B9

DR Congo seeks to remove ex-President Kabila's immunity

He is accused of backing M23 rebels in the east but he has previously denied links to the group.

from BBC News https://bbc.in/4jXcYea

Snake halts Japanese bullet trains after wrapping around power line

The famously punctual train service was suspended for almost two hours.

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