The world in a glance.

Demands grow for closure of US detention centre over inhumane conditions

A group of US lawmakers are joining protesters in demanding a controversial immigration detention centre be shut down.

Disney accuses Trump's media regulator of 'unlawfully' supressing free speech

Disney has accused Donald Trump's media regulator of an "unlawful" attempt to suppress free speech after it was forced to apply for early licence reviews for its eight ABC TV…

Trump administration sues states for denying ICE agents undercover plates

The Department of Justice has argued that states are obliged to give ICE vehicles confidential licence plates.

Three wounded in Swiss train station stabbing labelled ‘act of terror’

Swiss authorities arrest suspect who had come to authorities' attention in 2015 for distributing ISIL propaganda.

What’s behind South Africa’s anti-migrant protests?

Thousands of foreign workers are under increasing pressure to leave the country.

Rebuilding US weapons stockpile may ‘take years’ post-Iran war

Restoring pre-war stockpiles of critical US munitions will take at least two years, according to CSIS report.

How War Changed Eid in Lebanon

After nearly three years of war and displacement, Eid in Lebanon no longer feels like celebration for many families.

Israel hits Lebanese capital in 'targeted strike'

Beirut had until now largely been spared even as both Israel and Hezbollah accused each other of breaking last month's ceasefire.

UN ‘adds Israel to blacklist’ for conflict-related sexual violence

Israeli ambassador to the UN says Tel Aviv will cut ties with UN chief Antonio Guterres over the upcoming report.

Portugal breaks hottest May day record as Europe swelters in heatwave

French students are taking their exams in baking schools, while red alerts are issued in Italy.

Are US and Iran close to peace or sliding back to war?

Neither side seems interested in a return to all-out conflict, despite the latest exchange of strikes.

US inflation surges to three-year high amid tensions with Iran

Heightened petrol prices led the inflationary pressures, with prices that jumped 5.5 percent in April.

US justice department launches criminal investigation into Trump accuser E Jean Carroll

The case centres on whether the former columnist lied about the funding she received for her civil lawsuit against the US president.

Smoke rises over Beirut after Israeli strike

Footage shows smoke billowing over south Beirut following an Israeli attack on the Lebanese capital.

Hundreds flee India crackdown on undocumented migrants

Hundreds flee India crackdown on undocumented migrants

Learning from Ukraine war, Hezbollah is now using fibre-optic drones to hit Israel

Fibre-optic drones are now Hezbollah's primary weapon against Israel's soldiers and civilians.

Man arrested after three injured in stabbing at Swiss train station

A 31-year-old Swiss man has been arrested, police say, as images from the scene show parts of the station cordoned off.

Gaza City hospitals say several killed in strike, as Israel targets Hamas leaders

At least five children were reportedly killed in the strike, which appears to have targeted a Hamas commander.

US, Mexico, Canada announce Ebola-related travel measures for World Cup

World Cup hosts agree steps to counter Ebola threat after WHO declares public health emergency ​of international concern

EU fines Temu €200m for allowing sale of illegal products

The European Commission says the Chinese-owned online retailer failed to take account of risks from baby toys and faulty chargers sold on its platform.

Poisonous invasion: What is the ‘devil’s trumpet’ harming crops in Iraq?

The spread of datura is forcing the Iraqi Interior Ministry to urge farmers and citizens to report if spotted.

Sinner shocked in French Open exit as Cerundolo recovers from two-sets down

World number one Jannick Sinner beaten by 56th-ranked Argentinian opponent Juan Manuel Cerundolo at Roland Garros.

South African president to face impeachment probe over ‘Farmgate’ scandal

Impeachment committee to hold first meeting next week as President Cyril Ramaphosa challenges findings in court.

Why has Trump threatened to bomb Oman, amid Iran war escalation?

The US president has issued a stark warning to a US ally, in a sign of rising tensions over Strait of Hormuz.

Israel kills children in strikes on Gaza as fear taints Eid joy

As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid, Palestinians in Gaza are facing fear, grief, and deadly attacks.

Man arrested after three stabbed at Swiss train station

A man stabbed and wounded three people at a Swiss train station, police said.

Israeli attack on Gaza City kills at least 10, including four children

More than 20 others were injured in the attack, which came hours after the funeral of the head of Hamas’s armed wing.

World Cup delegation compliant with US Ebola protocols, DR Congo says

'The Leopards are ready, they are safe, and the ​US will embrace ⁠this team,' DRC's ambassador to the US says.

Australia charges alleged ISIL-linked woman after return from Syria

Case follows repatriation of women and children held for years in Syrian camps without trial.

Morocco tops Africa’s industrialisation index for first time

North Africa leads Africa’s industrialisation, but continent-wide gains remain slow and uneven.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hailed as a once-in-a-lifetime talent after IPL blitz

Cricket greats, writers and broadcasters hail 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals opener after his 29-ball 97 in IPL playoffs.

Ebola outbreak: What travel restrictions have countries imposed?

Some countries ban arrivals from affected countries while others step up screening in bid to contain rare strain.

US strikes Iran targets for second time in three days

The hostilities come during a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran, and protracted negotiations to end the three-month war.

Ghana welcomes home citizens evacuated from South Africa

The first flight carrying around 300 Ghanaians evacuated from South Africa following anti-immigrant tensions.

Israel issues evacuation order for swathes of southern Lebanon

The military says areas south of the Zahrani River are now "combat zones" as it threatens Hezbollah with fresh strikes.

Duterte ICC trial to start on 30 November: What you need to know

Duterte is facing charges relating to a long and bloody war on drugs in which thousands were killed.

Aid cuts and climate change drive deadly malaria surge in Zimbabwe

A surge in malaria cases in Zimbabwe is exposing fragile health systems and growing treatment shortages in rural areas.

Google worker charged with using internal data to make $1.2m on bets

The longtime Google employee was charged in New York for allegedly breaking insider trading laws.

Parisians defy swimming ban to cool off as record heat hits Europe

Parisians cooled off in the city’s Saint-Martin canal as an unprecedented heatwave pushed temperatures across Europe.

Jill Biden says she thought husband was 'having a stroke' during 2024 debate

The former US first lady told CBS News that she was frightened by Joe Biden's performance against Donald Trump.

Why Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices

New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations.

US returns Palestinian rights expert Francesca Albanese to sanctions list

Trump administration has sought to pressure international officials who scrutinise reported abuses by Israeli forces.

Iran war live: US strikes Iranian site; Kuwait targeted by missiles, drones

Kuwait's military says air defences are battling 'hostile' missiles and drones, as alarms sound across the country.

Jill Biden worried husband Joe was ‘having a stroke’ during 2024 US debate

The former US first lady said she had never seen former President Joe Biden act the way he did on the 2024 debate stage.

Bolivia’s president warns ‘time is running out’ amid protest crisis

Bolivia’s president has warned protesters “time is running out” amid a weeks-long standoff.

We analysed thousands of Trump's posts - here's what we found

The BBC's Ros Atkins and BBC Verify sifted through thousands of the president's posts.

Is 'out of control' US tipping culture spreading overseas?

With US waiting staff getting cross at receiving less than 20%, tips are also on the rise elsewhere.

Paul McCartney on playing guitar with Paul Mescal: 'He knew it better than I did!'

The music legend on delivering "memory songs" for his 20th solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane - and why he's intrigued by the new Beatles biopics.

In court as Matthew Perry's assistant sentenced

BBC's Shaimaa Khalil was in the room as Kenneth Iwamansa, who injected Perry with ketamine, was sentenced to 41 months in prison.

The world's carmakers are struggling to compete with China

The BBC visited China’s EV factories and found they are dominating the ecosystems shaping the global auto industry.