UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat
The UK government says it is "disrupting and deterring shadow fleet vessels" in accordance with the law.
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French ambassador to CAR accused of misconduct at official residence faces disciplinary action
The accusations against Bruno Foucher prompted investigations into a potential security breach.
French ambassador to CAR accused of bringing women to official residence faces disciplinary action
The accusations against Bruno Foucher prompted investigations into a potential security breach.
Japan PM says Putin's visit to disputed islands 'absolutely unacceptable'
It was the first time the Russian leader had visited the Kuril islands, according to state media.
More troops to be sent to West Bank village besieged by Israeli settlers
Two Palestinian families in the village of Qusra say they have been trapped in their homes, with water and power cut off, since Sunday.
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Twitch faces backlash over Amazon using content to train AI
Users of the popular streaming platform criticised allowing Amazon to use their data by dafault.
Indian actor's video with endangered gibbon sparks investigation
A deleted video of Tamil star Vikram cuddling an endangered gibbon has triggered an inquiry into how the animal entered India.
Twitch users can block Amazon from using content for AI
Fans of the streaming platform criticised Twitch for letting Amazon use their content for AI training.
Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC
In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov says the Kremlin leader can only “destroy Ukraine, not conquer it,” with the war now in its fifth year.
Japan protests against Putin visit to disputed islands
The Russian leader visited the Kuril islands for the first time, according to state media.
Japan protests Putin visit to disputed islands
The Russian leader visited the Kuril islands for the first time, according to state media.
BTS star V reveals hearing loss battle during livestream
The K-pop star says he has suffered hearing issues for over two years before revealing it publicly this week.
Twitch users can now block Amazon from using their content to train AI
The streaming platform's users criticised the move to allow the use of channel content for AI training.
Australian army whistleblower released on parole after more than two years in jail
David McBride was jailed after pleading guilty to leaking military secrets about Afghanistan.
Ebola outbreak on track to be deadliest ever, WHO chief says
The outbreak, declared on 15 May, has caused more than 2,000 deaths, with thousands more reported cases.
Travis Kelce shares first details from his wedding to Taylor Swift: 'Best night of my life'
In the comments, Kelce called Swift his "wife" for first time and said it was a "childhood dream" to wed at Madison Square Garden.
Iran has shaken Trump's support - is his loyal base sticking with him?
Munitions for the war are made in Kingsport, Tennessee, where some of the president's most loyal supporters are wrestling with higher prices.
Iran has shaken Trump's Republican support - is his base sticking with him?
Munitions for the war are made in Kingsport, Tennessee, where some of the president's most loyal supporters are wrestling with higher prices.
Devotion to Trump stays strong in town making missiles for US war in Iran
Polls suggest Republicans nationally are souring - but in Kingsport, Tennessee, they don’t blame the president.
'If you're not conservative, don't come here': The town making missiles for Trump
Trump's poll numbers appear to be down, but in this town, his support is as strong as ever.
Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trend
Some see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle.
Why Japanese firms are being so slow to use AI
Japanese risk aversion and conservatism blamed for slow AI take-up by the country's business sector.
Travis Kelce shares first details from his wedding to Taylor Swift - 'Best night of my life'
In the comments, Kelce called Swift his "wife" for first time and said it was a "childhood dream" to wed at Madison Square Garden.
Why are 'human fridges' being sold in Japan?
As Japan swelters through extreme summer heat, BBC Tokyo correspondent Kurumi Mori tries out a new way to cool down.
ICE plans to equip agents with gloves that can deliver electric shocks
The US immigration agency is spending $20m on gloves that deliver a sharp electric shock intended to compel subjects to comply.
Three men will be executed on the same day as death penalties rise in US
Despite growing opposition to the death penalty, one state is behind the rising numbers.
Trump says White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt to leave post
Leavitt will depart from her role to spend time with her young children and family, the president says.
Australia's game-changing disability support is in crisis – what went wrong?
The programme was game-changing for its users - but as costs balloon, its success has led to its downfall.
Under strain, Australia's world-leading disability support faces major restructure
The NDIS was game-changing for its users - but as costs balloon, its success has led to its downfall.
US immigration officers to be equipped with gloves that deliver electric shocks
The US immigration agency is buying enforcement officers and agents $20m worth of gloves, which the maker says are safe when properly used.