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Watch: Man attacked by bear at steel works in Japan
BBC World • Jun 3, 2026
The bear, who injured four people in the attack on Tuesday, remains on the loose within the factory compound.
The Papers: 'Plea for calm ignored' and 'Arrest that outraged nation'
BBC World • Jun 3, 2026
The aftermath of the sentencing of Vickrum Digwa for the murder of Henry Nowak dominates Wednesday's papers.
Trump administration drops $1.8bn 'compensation fund'
BBC World • Jun 3, 2026
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's announcement to abandon the fund comes amid pushback from top Republican lawmakers.
War Games and Warnings on Strait of Hormuz Went Unheeded by Trump
NYT World • Jun 2, 2026
Over the past two decades, Iran repeatedly threatened to close down the waterway. President Trump underestimated Iran’s ability to do so.
Could lifting weights actually help you live longer?
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Regular weight training can significantly reduce the risk of early death, research suggests.
Sailors stressed and exhausted after months trapped by Strait of Hormuz blockade
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
The uncertainty has weighed heavily on the 20,000 seafarers trapped in the Iran war zone.
More heatwaves likely as warmer-than-normal summer forecast
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Long-range summer forecasts have been issued and they point to warmer and drier condtions compared to average, as Simon King explains
Putin remains uncompromising on Ukraine, but is public discourse on war changing in Russia?
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Russia is intensifying attacks in Ukraine but more than four years of war are causing concern even among Putin loyalists.
iPhone Ultra to sport a liquid metal hinge
GSMArena • Jun 2, 2026
Apple's first foldable smartphone, widely rumored to be coming this fall under the name iPhone Ultra, is now said to sport a liquid metal hinge. This…
Three quarters of workers not on track for 'moderate' pension income, report suggests
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
A newly-published report suggests a moderate lifestyle in retirement costs £32,700 for one person and £45,400 for two.
Puffin and bumblebee among 18 creatures shortlisted to feature on banknotes
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
The Bank of England is asking the public which animals should appear on future banknotes.
Never any doubt about Knight's England spot - Edwards
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
England head coach Charlotte Edwards praises Heather Knight's resilience after the former captain's timely return to form before the T20 World Cup.
Search operation launched after fishing boat sinks
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
One person was rescued by a local boat and there is an ongoing operation on Carlingford Lough to recover the second person.
Man Utd agree £35m fee for Atalanta's Ederson
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Atalanta's Brazilian midfielder Ederson is set to become Michael Carrick's first signing after Manchester United agreed a £35m deal for the 26-year-ol…
Ex-BBC presenter John Humphrys on being drunk during live Nixon resignation report
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
The former Today presenter has released a new podcast in which he talks about growing up in Cardiff.
Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US.
US says it fired missile at Iran-bound oil tanker
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
The US military says the vessel's engine room was hit after the crew "ignored repeated warnings".
Keane v O'Neill: Celtic's big decision?
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Martin O'Neill and Robbie Keane are reportedly the main contenders to become Celtic manager next season.
Brilliant Capsey seals series win and gives England selection poser
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Alice Capsey leaves England with a huge selection call and Heather Knight finds form as England sign off for the T20 World Cup with victory over India…
Spain bans DR Congo World Cup warm-up due to Ebola fears
Al Jazeera • Jun 2, 2026
Spanish mayor bans DR Congo pre-World Cup 2026 game in La Linea de la Concepcion due to Ebola fears.
White House Correspondents' Dinner rescheduled after shooting incident
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
The annual dinner, which was held in April this year, was interrupted when a gunman stormed a security checkpoint.
Microsoft says new quantum chip 1,000 times more reliable than predecessor
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
The tech giant predicts it will have a quantum computer that can solve commercially useful problems by the end of the decade.
Newscast
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Starmer says he 'felt sick' watching footage of Henry Nowak's arrest.
'Whole of Ukraine is in grief' after attacks, but life in Kyiv goes on
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Residents of the capital are shocked to see their neighbourhoods devastated by Russian attacks as they emerge from underground shelters.
Who are the best young players to watch at FIFA World Cup 2026?
Al Jazeera • Jun 2, 2026
Al Jazeera counts down the top young footballers who could emerge as global names at the tournament in North America.
Key moments from police bodycam footage
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
BBC Verify has analysed bodycam footage that was released by the police of Henry Nowak after being stabbed by Vickrum Digwa.
No more delayed flag? Fifa adds new offside tech for World Cup
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
The delayed offside flag could almost become a thing of the past after Fifa unveiled new technology to be used at the 2026 World Cup.
Henry Nowak arrest footage raises 'serious questions for police', PM says
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Sir Keir Starmers says the question of "how accusations of racism informed decision making" must be addressed.
Brazil thrash Panama in World Cup send-off
New Age • Jun 2, 2026
Brazil thrash Panama in World Cup send-off
BTV to finalise WC broadcast rights today
New Age • Jun 2, 2026
BTV to finalise WC broadcast rights today
Starmer uses disappearing messages on his phone, No 10 confirms
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
A batch of messages between ministers and Lord Mandelson were published on Monday - but there were only a few from the prime minister.
'Difficult' day for passengers due to Tube strike
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Transport for London apologises as commuters face another planned walkout on Thursday.
Reform Makerfield candidate admits making 'crass' comments in past
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Robert Kenyon says he was not involved in politics when he made remarks unearthed during the campaign.
King told me Post Office scandal was 'dreadful', says oldest victim
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.
King told me Post Office scandal was 'dreadful', says oldest victim
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.
Canada-U.S. Trade Visit Starts With Another Trump ‘51st State’ Post
NYT World • Jun 2, 2026
The Canadian trade minister is visiting Washington on Tuesday to meet with the U.S. Trade Representative.
UN tells world to brace for extreme weather as El Nino looms
Al Jazeera • Jun 2, 2026
Potential impacts, including floods, drought and heatwaves, could 'hit even harder' this year, UN chief warns.
Konate close to joining Real Madrid after Liverpool exit
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
France defender Ibrahima Konate is in advanced talks with Real Madrid about joining the La Liga club on a free transfer.
Married at First Sight UK allegations 'deeply disturbing', says watchdog
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Ofcom says it is taking the the allegations against the Channel 4 programme "very seriously".
Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US.
British couple lose Iran jail sentence appeal, family says
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 during a global motorbike journey.
South West Water fined £1.8m over Devon parasite outbreak
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Four people were hospitalised and there were more than 140 cases of sickness and diarrhoea in Devon.
Silva to leave Fulham as he closes in on Benfica move
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Fulham manager Marco Silva confirms he will leave the Cottagers after five years in charge, with the 48-year-old close to agreeing a deal to take over…
Bellingham is No 10 in England World Cup squad
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
England's squad numbers for the World Cup have been announced - but how much do the choices hint at Thomas Tuchel's thinking?
Kostyuk dedicates historic win to Ukraine
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Marta Kostyuk dedicates her match against compatriot Elina Svitolina to Ukraine after becoming the first woman from her nation to reach the singles se…
Ukraine rescuers pull dead from rubble after Russian strikes kill 22 people
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
An eight-year-old boy killed in a strike on an apartment block are among the dead, officials say.
Bashir returns to England team for first Test
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Spinner Shoaib Bashir is backed as England’s first-choice spinner for the first Test against New Zealand after being overlooked for the entire Ashes s…
Police bodycam shows officers handcuffing stabbed student as he lay dying
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Henry Nowak was handcuffed after his killer Vickrum Digwa lied and claimed he was racially abused by the teen.
Murrell used fake invoices to cover up £400,000 spending spree
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
The former SNP chief executive is facing a lengthy jail sentence after admitting embezzling funds from the party.
British couple lose Iran jail sentence appeal, family says
BBC World • Jun 2, 2026
Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 during a global motorbike journey.