The world in a glance.

Timberwolves win, tie playoff series after Spurs’ Wembanyama ejected

Edwards's 36 points give Minnesota 114-109 win and tie the Western Conference semifinals 2-2 against San Antonio Spurs.

Risks and rewards in France-Kenya partnership

Nairobi's partnership with Paris has sparked criticism, with many worried Kenya's interests will be subordinated.

Fraud risk as World Cup frenzy begins, fans warned

Football fans are being urged to be alert to fraud ahead of the World Cup, with victims of ticket scams losing £215 on average.

Thailand’s Thaksin Shinawatra released from prison

Influential former prime minister released on parole after spending about eight months behind bars.

Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes

The pop star's legal team alleges a photograph of her face was used on Samsung television boxes without permission.

Trump calls Iran response to US proposal to end war 'totally unacceptable'

No details have been released of Iran's response - or the US proposals - designed to bring the war to an end.

What next for Real Madrid after Barcelona’s La Liga and Clasico triumph?

Barca sealed their La Liga title defence in the best way possible on Sunday, but where do Real go now, after their loss?

Remains of US soldier who fell off cliff in Morocco found in ocean

The remains of a US soldier who went missing during training exercises in Morocco have been recovered in the Atlantic Ocean.

BBC speaks with civilians inside Iran struggling with impact of war

Iranian authorities have imposed an internet ban but using trusted sources, special correspondent Fergal Keane hears from those traumatised by conflict and government repression.

Trump to discuss Iran with Xi Jinping during China visit: Officials

US president will likely 'apply pressure' to China for buying Iranian oil during war.

Israeli weapon fires tiny metal cubes into people in Lebanon, like Gaza

Tiny tungsten cubes from Israeli bombs are causing devastating internal injuries to people in Lebanon.

Iran activists tell BBC how threat of war intensifies trauma of repression

A dissident in Tehran says she feels helpless and under immense psychological pressure.

US Jewish leader, Israel advocate Abe Foxman dies at 86

Israeli officials hail Foxman, who led the ADL advocacy group for nearly three decades, as warm and passionate.

Indian film star Vijay becomes chief minister of Tamil Nadu

Indian actor C Joseph Vijay has been sworn in as Tamil Nadu’s chief minister after his TVK Party won in elections.

His father had just been buried. Then West Bank settlers forced him to dig up the body

The UN human rights office condemns incident as "'appalling and emblematic of the dehumanisation of Palestinians" in the West Bank.

French national shows symptoms on return from hantavirus-hit ship

Five passengers of the MV Hondius will be quarantined in Paris "until further notice", France's prime minister says.

South Korea says ship was struck by ‘unidentified flying objects’ in Hormuz

South Korea says it is investigating an incident on May 4 when two unidentified objects struck a Korean-operated cargo s

Gaza volunteers plant olive trees at devastated al-Shifa Hospital

Volunteers at al-Shifa Hospital cleared rubble and planted olive trees in the courtyard as a symbol of hope.

Medics among 51 killed in Israeli attacks on Lebanon in past 24 hours

Israeli attacks are intensifying in southern Lebanon, with 552 killed since the 'ceasefire' started on April 16.

Iran may ‘give assurances on the use of nuclear facilities’

Iran may negotiate on nuclear facilities, but it 'won't destroy uranium or allow it to be moved'

FIFA triples World Cup ticket prices to more than £24,000

The cost of the best available tickets for the World Cup final has been tripled by FIFA, less than five weeks before the tournament starts.

Putin hints at ending Russia’s war in Ukraine, but why now?

Amid a US-backed ceasefire, Putin signals peace talks could progress, but broader negotiations remain stalled.

With food benefit cuts looming in the US, Californians eye billionaire tax

US gov't cuts to food stamps will hit thousands of Californians. The state is set to vote on billionaire tax to make up.

Iran sends response to US ceasefire proposal via Pakistan

Tehran has been saying negotiations should focus on ending hostilities, securing guarantees against future attacks.

Army parachutes onto remote island to help Briton with suspected hantavirus

The specialist team parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha, a remote British overseas territory, to treat them.

Australia's right-wing One Nation party scores historic parliamentary win

One Nation gains its first seat in the lower house, in a by-election seen as a key test for the populist party.

Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'

The Russian leader sees potential for Ukraine negotiations, but condemns the West's backing for President Zelensky.

Stories of those killed in a single day of Israeli strikes on Lebanon

Israeli strikes have killed at least 39 people in a single day of attacks across Lebanon during a so-called ‘ceasefire.’

‘Ukraine has momentum in war with Russia’

‘Ukraine has momentum in war with Russia’

Can Asian economies cope with the fallout from the Iran war?

Fuel costs, inflation and debt pressures are testing Asian economies.

Bodies of missing hikers found in each other's arms after volcano erupts

Bodies belonging to two hikers missing after a volcano erupted in Indonesia have been found. 

Atef Najib faces at least 10 charges in landmark Syria trial

Cousin of former President Bashar al-Assad faces charges that include murder, torture and responsibility for massacres.

Can central banks curb inflation as energy costs rise?

Central banks hold rates steady as energy shock tests inflation fight.

Why is being a mother so expensive in the United States?

On Mother’s Day, Al Jazeera details the high cost of motherhood in the US compared with the rest of the world.

The genocide is still taking Gaza’s mothers

It now wants to take mine.

El Clasico: Kylian Mbappe not in Real Madrid squad to face Barcelona

French forward to miss the crucial fixture despite training with teammates on Friday following his recovery from injury.

Why is Iran taking time to respond to the US proposal to end the war?

Iran continues to review the proposal as Tehran's nuclear programme and Strait of Hormuz remain main sticking points.

Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of breaking ceasefire

Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of breaking a US-brokered ceasefire between the warring nations.

Libya’s Zawiya refinery resumes full operations

Refinery closed for about two days after fighting near the facility 40km west of Tripoli.

AFC Asian Cup 2027: Japan to face defending champions Qatar in tough draw

Saudi Arabia will host the 2027 tournament from January 7 to February 5 and will face Palestine, Kuwait and Oman.

OKC Thunder bury LA Lakers to take 3-0 NBA Playoff series lead

Thunder use an explosive second half to beat LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 131-108 as Ajay Mitchell scores 24.

Syria sees first government reshuffle since al-Assad’s ouster

The reshuffle by President Ahmed al-Sharaa comes amid protests over alleged poor governance.

JNIM and Tuareg fighters join forces

AJ's Defence Editor breaks down the latest threat to Mali’s government and the rapid retreat of Russian forces there

Iran war day 72: Tehran yet to reply to US plan; Israel bombs Lebanon

Israel kills at least 24 people in Lebanon in one day as Tehran's response to US proposal to end the war is awaited.

Virus-hit cruise ship arrives in Tenerife as medics await passengers

The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from Tenerife where the MV Hondius has arrived, after a deadly hantavirus outbreak.

Strickland vs Chimaev – UFC 328: Strickland downs Chimaev on split decision

Sean Strickland won 48–47, 48–47 and 47–48 against Khamzat Chimaev in a fight that failed to live up to its hype.

Dubois stops Wardley in 11th round to take WBO heavyweight boxing title

Daniel Dubois recovered from two knockdowns to win a second World Heavyweight title with a stoppage of Fabio Wardley.

Tenerife medics poised to receive virus-hit cruise ship passengers

BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from the port in Tenerife where the MV Hondius is soon to dock, after a deadly hantavirus outbreak.

Person dies after being hit by plane at Denver airport

A Frontier Airlines plane has hit and killed a person at Denver’s international airport.

How could extreme weather affect World Cup 2026?

With almost a month to go until the start of the World Cup Simon King looks ahead to the weather's potential to disrupt the tournament this summer.