The world in a glance.

Waymo pauses robotaxis in five US cities after cars drive into flooded roads

A Waymo spokesperson said it had expanded the temporary pause "out of an abundance of caution".

Western nations warn Israel to end illegal settlement expansion, violence

Nine countries including UK, Germany and France warn settlements in occupied West Bank a 'breach of international law'.

WHO raises Ebola health risk to ‘very high’ in DR Congo

Provincial gov't in Ituri province, the epicentre of the outbreak, has banned public gatherings to stop spread of virus.

WHO raises Ebola public health risk to ‘very high’ in DR Congo

Provincial gov't in Ituri province, the epicentre of the outbreak, has banned public gatherings to stop spread of virus.

Rubio tries to reassure Nato allies over US troop deployments

President Donald Trump says he wants to send more troops to Poland, a week after his officials cancelled a similar deployment.

UK scientists developing Ebola vaccine that could be ready for trials in months

The rare species of Ebola involved - known as Bundibugyo - kills around a third of those infected and has no proven vaccine yet.

Ukrainian strike on dormitory in Russian-occupied Starobilsk kills four

A Ukrainian strike collapsed a five-storey college dormitory in the Russian-occupied city of Starobilsk, killing four.

Why is Trump deploying 5,000 troops to Poland?

Poland's right-wing president has welcomed Trump's announcement.

Ebola outbreak 'spreading rapidly' - as vaccine from UK scientists 'months away'

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is "spreading rapidly", the director-general of the World Health Organisation (WHO) has said, as UK scientists work on…

Israeli attacks kill several in Lebanon, with health workers targeted

More than 400 people have been killed since the ceasefire came into effect in mid-April.

An Indian bride dies. Rival claims of murder and suicide set off media frenzy

Twisha Sharma, a model and actor, had been married for just five months when she was found dead.

British troops train for war with Russia from the London Underground

British soldiers are fighting a Russian invasion from a platform on the London Underground in a wargame that reveals the UK must invest much more in defence - or risk defeat.

Gang violence kills at least 25 in Honduras

The attacks by gunmen come as the government continues a drive to crack down on organised crime.

AI used to fake evidence that ended Korean actor's career, say police

Police are seeking an arrest warrant for a YouTuber who allegedly fabricated evidence to defame actor Kim Soo-hyun.

Why thousands of stock trades tied to Trump are raising eyebrows

The BBC's Michelle Fleury looks at trades disclosed by the president.

'A monstrous crime': Russia blames Ukraine after four killed in drone strike on school

Russia has accused Ukraine of carrying out a "monstrous crime" after an overnight drone attack on a school killed at least four and left 35 children wounded.

Angry crowd sets Ebola hospital tents on fire in DR Congo

Grieving relatives and friends of a suspected Ebola victim were prevented from taking his body for burial.

US sanctions Tanzanian police official over 'torture' of rights activists

The sanctions come amid growing scrutiny of Tanzania’s human rights record in recent years.

US navy chief says $14bn arms sale to Taiwan paused due to Iran war

Hung Cao told a Senate hearing they were "doing a pause" on the sale to make sure they had munitions for the Iran war.

Africa summit in India postponed over Ebola outbreak fears

The India-Africa summit was set to be held next week in Delhi after more than a decade.

US raises threat of military action against Cuba

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Cuba poses a national security threat.

Iran war day 84: US-Iran talks advance amid mediation push

US and Iran continue mediated talks, exchanging draft proposals aimed at reaching a formal agreement.

Knicks move two wins from the NBA Finals with 109-93 victory over the Cavs

New York Knicks use an explosive third quarter to take a 2-0 lead over Cleveland in the NBA Eastern Conference finals.

Turkish opposition leader vows to stay after court ousts him

Turkiye’s main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has vowed not to leave party headquarters.

US to send 5,000 more troops to Poland, Trump says

The announcement comes a week after the Pentagon cancelled a planned deployment of 4,000 troops to the country.

Musk's SpaceX postpones Starship launch as mega share sale looms

It comes just a day after the firm revealed plans for a record-breaking stock market debut.

Malaysia orders TikTok to address ‘defamatory’ content about king

Watchdog instructs social media giant to strengthen moderation following circulation of 'grossly offensive' content.

Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid

Irish activist Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid

Greenlanders protest opening of new US consulate in Nuuk

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Nuuk as the United States opened a new consulate in Greenland’s capital.

'No means no': Greenlanders protest against Trump outside new US consulate

The inauguration of the new consulate comes amid a push by the US president for greater control over the island.

Turkish court ousts leader of main opposition party

Ankara court overturns results of leadership election won by Republican People's Party head Ozgur Ozel.

Fans react to Stephen Colbert’s final show

The late-night host will appear behind his CBS desk for the final time after the network announced last summer that the show would end after 11 seasons.

Gaza flotilla activists deported from Israel as backlash over treatment grows

A video showing a far-right Israeli minister taunting activists who were kneeling with their hands tied behind their backs has been widely condemned.

The opposition leader who has thrown Africa's oldest surviving political party into disarray again

In 2012, Africa's oldest surviving political party expelled South African opposition leader Julius Malema for "bringing the party into disrepute" and "sowing internal divisions".…

Board of Peace envoy warns ‘permanent’ Gaza divide under current status quo

UN Security Council urged to press for Israeli obligations and Hamas disarmament under Gaza 'ceasefire' roadmap.

Ronaldo scores twice to seal Saudi Pro League at last with Al-Nassr

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al-Nassr to Saudi Pro League title in last game before World Cup 2026.

Flotilla activists recount Israeli violence as they arrive in Turkiye

Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in Istanbul on Thursday and described Israeli violence.

US sanctions elected Hezbollah MPs and Lebanese security officials

Hezbollah says the sanctions will have 'absolutely no effect' on its strategy amid ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon.

Ebola tensions rise as treatment centre torched in DR Congo’s Ituri

Residents in DRC torch facility over burial disputes, spotlighting challenges in tackling Ebola outbreak.

Do aid flotillas make a difference for Palestinians under Israeli blockade?

Israeli minister's mistreatment of abducted activists sparks global condemnation.

UK launches ‘Great British Summer Savings’ to ease family costs

Families to benefit from reduced VAT to help lower costs at theme parks, theatres, zoos, and museums.

Who are the 10 best FIFA World Cup players of all time?

The all-time greats who have shone on the biggest stage and written their names in football World Cup folklore.

Poll finds nearly three-quarters of Democratic voters oppose aid to Israel

The US ally has seen support plummet in recent years amid widespread anger over its genocidal war on Gaza.

Displaced Lebanese woman bakes 3,000 loaves daily for war-hit community

Soubhiye Zeiter vowed to feed people affected by war even after being displaced from her home.

Shocked Maguire posts on Insta that he is not in England’s World Cup squad

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has announced on social media that he is not going to World Cup 2026.

Top UN court rules workers’ right to strike ‘protected’ in key treaty

The nonbinding ruling is expected to be hailed as a victory by workers' groups and influence global labour relations.

Trump says he’ll speak to Taiwan’s leader: Why that is significant

Analysts say the remarks are less a sign of closer US-Taiwan ties than another example of Trump’s unpredictability.

Charges dismissed against official at school where 6-year-old shot teacher

The child fired a single shot at a teacher, who had to have surgery after the incident in 2023.

Putin and Lukashenko monitor joint Russia-Belarus nuclear exercises

Moscow and Minsk hold strategic nuclear drills with the two countries' leaders participating via video conference.

Ebola outbreak spreading as crowd sets fire to treatment centre in DRC

Fears are growing that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is gathering momentum, as a treatment centre is set alight by an angry crowd.