The world in a glance.

Where did Eurovision go wrong?

Eurovision has long claimed to be apolitical. This year, that claim may be its most contested performance yet.

Man dies after shark attack in Australia

A man has died after being bitten by a shark in a tourist hotspot in western Australia - the second fatal shark attack in the country this year.

US charges alleged Iran-backed ⁠Kataib Hezbollah suspect – What we know

The US Justice Department has arrested and charged an Iraqi national and senior commander of an Iran-backed armed group

Outbreak of rare strain of Ebola claims at least 65 lives in DR Congo

Sixty-five people have died in a new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo's Ituri province with 246 suspected cases.

New outbreak of Ebola kills 80 in eastern DR Congo

Africa's top health agency says around 246 cases have been reported - a case has also been reported in Uganda.

Israel launches deadly air strikes on Gaza City apartment building

At least seven Palestinians were killed when Israeli air strikes hit a residential building and a vehicle in Gaza City.

Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence, hours after summit with China's Xi

The US president says he wants Beijing and Taipei to "cool down" tensions over the self-governing island.

UK artist defends ‘Drawings Against Genocide’ after show cancelled

UK artist Matthew Collings says his exhibition “Drawings Against Genocide” has been falsely depicted as anti-Semitic.

Trump says freeing activist Jimmy Lai jailed in China is 'tough'

Donald Trump has said that freeing Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence in China, would be "tough".

Iran war live: Israel continues Lebanon attacks after ‘ceasefire’ extended

Lebanon's Health Ministry says Israeli attacks have killed 2,951 people since March 2, with at least 8,988 wounded.

Lebanon says six killed in Israeli strike as US announces ceasefire extension

President Trump announced the truce last month, but Israel and Hezbollah have continued to exchange fire since then.

What is a 'safe death'? Mentally ill woman asks for assisted dying in Canada

Canada has twice delayed access to medically assisted dying for those with mental illness. Claire Brosseau says she cannot wait any longer and wants the courts to decide.

Switzerland to open secret files on Auschwitz 'Angel of Death' Mengele

Mengele fled Europe after the war but for years there were rumours he spent time in Switzerland.

Who's behind bizarre Eurovision song hoping to end UK's 29-year drought?

The UK appears to have gone for broke at this year's Eurovision final, choosing one of its most leftfield entries in years.

Trump and Xi conclude 'very successful' talks but few deals confirmed

There were plenty of choreographed ceremonies but no trade breakthroughs after the two-day visit.

Trump says 20-year nuclear programme suspension by Iran would be enough

The US president says Tehran has to show "real" commitment to removing nuclear fuel and stopping uranium enrichment.

Mahmoud Khalil calls for deportation to be halted in light of new evidence

Lawyers say new evidence suggests Trump admin 'engineered' outcome of case against pro-Palestine Columbia student.

Seven killed in Gaza on Nakba Day as Israel says it targets Hamas member

Three women and a child among civilians killed in Israel's latest attacks on Gaza City.

Trump calls journalist’s Iran reporting ‘treasonous’

Trump called New York Times journalist reporting on the Iran war as “treasonous” while claiming a 'victory'.

What China critics in Maga movement make of Trump's Beijing trip

Trump’s softer approach towards China is one that experts say will likely trickle down to the wider MAGA base.

Is the US dialling down its support for Taiwan?

Donald Trump does not commit to arms sale during China visit.

Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence, hours after summit with China's Xi

The US president says he wants Beijing and Taipei to "cool down" tensions over the self-governing island.

CIA chief visits Cuba as energy crisis worsens

The reported visit to Havana came after the US renewed an offer of aid to ease the effects of its oil blockade.

Trump departs China touting deals, but little clarity on Iran or Taiwan

Trump tells reporters he is still deciding fate of new Taiwan weapons package, says not "asking for any favors" on Iran.

Russia pounds Kyiv as its advance in eastern Ukraine slows to a crawl

Ukraine has prevented Russian arms and fuel from reaching the front line in a successful disruption campaign.

Hantavirus: how scared should we be?

Three deaths linked to a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship have revived memories of COVID-19. What has the world lear

FA Cup final: Chelsea vs Manchester City – teams, start, lineups

Manchester City will continue their hunt for a domestic treble when they face Chelsea in Saturday's FA Cup final.

New York Times defends journalist after Israel threatens to sue

Israel's prime minister says he has ordered legal action over an article which alleged Israeli security officials raped Palestinian detainees.

California county scam ad lawsuit adds to mounting Meta legal woes

Santa Clara accuses Meta of failing to regulate scam adds, months after landmark ruling against social media giants.

'I'm on panic mode', says health official as Ebola outbreak declared global emergency

A senior health official says he is in "panic mode" because of an Ebola outbreak linked to 88 suspected deaths, which the World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared a "public…

New Ebola outbreak in Congo kills more than 60

A new Ebola outbreak has been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with 65 deaths recorded so far, according to Africa's top public health body.

New Ebola outbreak 'kills 80' in Democratic Republic of Congo

A new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has resulted in 80 deaths, the country's health ministry has said, according to the Reuters news agency.

New Ebola outbreak kills more than 60

A new Ebola outbreak has been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with 65 deaths recorded so far, according to Africa's top public health body.

WHO declares global public health emergency over Ebola outbreak

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern".

‘Half of British Muslims are under 25’: Report shows shifting demographics

Most Muslims are young and many have a degree, but some are disadvantaged in housing while lone-parent families rise.

Historical reckoning: The push for the US to acknowledge the Nakba

On the 78th anniversary of the mass expulsion of Palestinians, experts say US 'political amnesia' continues.

Pressure mounts on embattled UK PM Keir Starmer as rivals circle

Wes Streeting, a key Starmer rival, backed Manchester's Andy Burnham as among the best options to challenge Starmer.

Trump-Xi summit: China, US disagree on what they agreed on

US touted trade deals; China said it warned Washington over Taiwan. Neither side confirmed the other's claims.

Watch: What did we learn from Trump's visit to China?

President Trump has concluded a two-day visit to Beijing at a high-stakes summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

Philippines vows to hand fugitive senator to ICC following shootout

Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa wanted for alleged role as top enforcer of ex-president Duterte's deadly drug war.

Ronaldo judged on form not age for Portugal at World Cup, says Martinez

Ronaldo will play in his fifth World Cup and is the record scorer at international level with 143 goals for Portugal.

Prisoner swap goes ahead as Kyiv mourns 24 killed in Russian strike on flats

Among the victims in Kyiv was 12-year-old Lyubava Yakovleva, whose father was killed during the war.

Boy, 15, shot dead in France as prosecutors blame drug war

Prosecutors in Nantes say the shooting was drug-related, but the victim's aunt says he was not involved.

David Beckham becomes first British billionaire sportsman

Beckham and his wife Victoria's collective wealth reached the milestone this year, according to Sunday Times Rich List.

Why is Ireland not taking part in this year's Eurovision?

Ireland's boycott is the latest in a series of moves that has seen the country at odds with Israel over its war in Gaza.

This is the Palestinian Nakba, measured in land taken

On May 15, Palestinians mark 78 years since the Nakba. The count of land Israel has taken keeps growing today.

Trump and Xi move towards business-first relationship after Beijing summit

The two leaders did not resolve differences on key issues like Iran and Taiwan, despite push to extend truce.

Xi takes Trump on tour of Communist Party's seat of power as China visit ends

Trump and Xi toured Zhongnanhai, the heavily guarded compound where China's top leaders live and work.

How Xi-Trump summit failed to yield Iran war breakthrough

US officials have nudged China to do more on the blocked Hormuz strait. President Xi doesn't appear to have budged.

New outbreak of Ebola kills 65 in eastern DR Congo

Africa's top health agency says around 246 cases have been reported.