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Norwegian crown princess's son found guilty of two counts of rape · Monday 15th June at 10:27
Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette Marit, has been found guilty of two counts of rape and given four years in jail.
Brazil woman dies after rope-jumping instructors fail to attach cord · Monday 15th June at 10:24
Three men have been arrested after instructors failed to attach a rope to her before helping her jump from a bridge.
South African TV star arrested after allegedly kidnapping man in girlfriend dispute · Monday 15th June at 10:21
Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye is accused of trapping a taxi driver in a car and firing a gun in the man's direction.
When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected? · Monday 15th June at 10:00
The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat blocked for UK teens early in 2027.
Russian strikes kill nine and set historic cathedral in Kyiv ablaze · Monday 15th June at 09:39
A Ukrainian drone attack in the Russian city of Tula, south of Moscow, killed three people.
Trump and thousands of others watch UFC fight on White House lawn · Monday 15th June at 08:46
Justin Gaethje beat Ilia Topuria to win the lightweight championship in the main event.
China detains two leaders of influential underground church · Monday 15th June at 07:56
More than 30 members of Early Rain Covenant Church were taken for interrogation midway through Sunday service.
Oil prices fall and shares jump after US-Iran deal announced · Monday 15th June at 07:38
Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.
US musician Oliver Tree dies in helicopter collision in Brazil · Monday 15th June at 06:47
The singer-songwriter is among six people presumed dead in air crash over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday.
Man apologises for making racist gesture at Korean in World Cup match · Monday 15th June at 03:31
He was caught pulling the corners of his eyes at a South Korean influencer during the match in Mexico.
Trump heralds Iran deal but questions - and risks - remain · Monday 15th June at 02:41
The announcement of an Iran deal was a welcome birthday gift for the president – but its success or failure may hinge on the details.
Delhi's temperature showed 43.5C. Why did it feel hotter? · Monday 15th June at 02:04
We spent a day out in the city with a thermal camera, recording surface temperatures indoors and outdoors.
Unclear if US-Iran agreement will provide respite to Lebanon · Monday 15th June at 01:37
Pakistan says the deal includes Lebanon, but recent ceasefires there have failed to take hold.
Why I sold my business to my staff · Sunday 14th June at 23:26
As more US company owners reach retirement age many are selling up to their employees.
Is the convertible heading into the sunset? · Sunday 14th June at 23:25
UK drivers have taken a shine to the SUV but could the fate of the convertible be reversed?
Olé, olé, olé, olé - What makes a memorable World Cup song? · Sunday 14th June at 23:03
Northern Ireland's contribution to the World Cup song includes tournaments in Mexico, Spain and Italy.
UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal · Sunday 14th June at 20:29
Japanese firms will spend billions on UK infrastructure and offshore wind, Downing Street says.
Protesters clash with police ahead of G7 summit in France · Sunday 14th June at 19:46
Swiss police deployed a water cannon and fired tear gas to disperse anti-G7 protesters after clashes.
Swiss voters reject 10 million population cap · Sunday 14th June at 18:23
Nearly 55% of participants voted against the proposal to cap population by cutting migration, results show.
'Boyfriend duties call,' Trudeau says after skipping Canada match to watch Perry · Sunday 14th June at 14:52
Cameras caught Perry running off stage to greet the former Canadian leader with a kiss.
Teen shot and buses torched in Manhattan after historic NBA win for Knicks · Sunday 14th June at 14:08
At least 63 people were arrested in the disorder after the Knicks beat the Spurs to clinch the title.
Tourist train overturns and injures 17 during Cártama tapas festival · Sunday 14th June at 12:04
Nobody was seriously hurt as a result of the accident in the Spanish town, local authorities say.
Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee · Sunday 14th June at 09:00
Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full.
Armed men kidnap high-ranking security official in Haiti · Sunday 14th June at 08:07
James Boyard's abduction is the highest-ranking abduction in the violence-wracked country in recent years, according to reports.
US kills leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang in air strike, Trump says · Sunday 14th June at 06:39
Niño Guerrero was killed in a "swift and lethal kinetic strike," the US President wrote in a social media post.
'The greatest day of my life' - Knicks fans celebrate in San Antonio · Sunday 14th June at 06:34
New York's basketball team won the NBA championship for the first time in over 50 years after beating the Spurs in Texas.
Why the US economy keeps defying the odds · Sunday 14th June at 05:14
Why has the American economy continued to outperform so many of its peers, despite facing the same global shocks?
Author Chimamanda Adichie accuses hospital of stalling review into son's death · Sunday 14th June at 01:08
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's 21-month old son died in a Lagos hospital, which she says is trying to stop an inquest into the circumstances of his death.
Russian families use AI to 'resurrect' loved ones killed in Ukraine · Saturday 13th June at 23:19
The highly controversial trend lies at the intersection of Russia's war on Ukraine, new AI technologies and grief.
Norway braces for verdict in rape trial of crown princess's son Høiby · Saturday 13th June at 23:11
Marius Borg Høiby will appear via video link, almost three months after his trial came to an end on 40 charges, including four counts of rape.
Vincent's parents 'never say he's good enough' - so he turned to a middle-aged couple online · Saturday 13th June at 22:05
A niche group of content creators called "virtual parents" have become hugely popular among young people.
The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup · Saturday 13th June at 06:21
The World Cup officially kicked off this week - but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.
Niagara Falls: Is there a better spot to watch a World Cup game? · Saturday 13th June at 01:13
Football fans gathered at a FIFA World Cup watch party at Niagara Falls for the Canadian and USA teams' opening matches.
Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup? · Saturday 13th June at 00:56
All three leaders of the North America host nations have missed the tournament opening matches.
Elon Musk's stratospheric rise to trillionaire status - in charts · Friday 12th June at 23:05
The BBC breaks down how the tech mogul's fortune has grown.
The college scam that promised students fleeing war a new life in Finland · Friday 12th June at 22:08
BBC speaks to students from war-torn Myanmar who say they were cheated after paying to study abroad.
Who is Elon Musk and what is his net worth? · Friday 12th June at 16:44
The boss of X, Tesla and SpaceX, already the world's richest person, is now also its first trillionaire.
Watch: Four UFO videos newly declassified by US government · Friday 12th June at 14:59
The eyewitness footage shows bright orbs in the sky over an undisclosed location in the northeastern US.
Social media on trial: Four important cases to watch · Thursday 11th June at 05:02
Social media firms face thousands of lawsuits, the BBC looks at four which could be significant.
Kalshi to make some users reveal job details to tackle insider trading · Tuesday 9th June at 22:32
After issues with insider trading, the prediction betting platform is adding new rules.
Tech Life · Tuesday 9th June at 20:00
Check before check-in. What's behind a new safety campaign about power banks on aircraft?
Version of AI tool 'too powerful for public' released to public · Tuesday 9th June at 18:35
Claude Fable 5 is a version of Anthropic's Claude Mythos, an AI program which caused a stir among technology, finance, and government leaders.
Farage says Reform has contacted X 'to highest level' over fake AI ads · Tuesday 9th June at 16:45
The fake ads feature the governor of the Bank of England - the Bank has urged people to report them.
EU orders Meta to open WhatsApp to rival AI chatbots · Tuesday 9th June at 16:16
Meta has accused the EU of "regulatory overreach" and says its decision will allow tech giants like OpenAI free access to WhatsApp.
AI giants' race to raise funds heats up as ChatGPT-owner plans stock market debut · Tuesday 9th June at 08:02
The company behind ChatGPT files its plans one week after Anthropic did the same.
Could humanoid robots be heading for the battlefield? · Monday 8th June at 23:06
Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.
Apple unveils Siri AI makeover as Tim Cook bids farewell · Monday 8th June at 21:08
The technology giant also revealed a series of new child safety features amid widespread scrutiny over "nudification" apps.
Jailed crypto founder Sam Bankman-Fried seeks Trump pardon · Monday 8th June at 17:18
The former leader of crypto platform FTX, currently serving a 25-year sentence, on Monday officially applied to be pardoned.
Starmer tells Apple and Google to ban nude images on children's phones · Monday 8th June at 15:30
Firms will be expected to activate built-in features to stop children accessing sexually explicit images.
Tech Life · Tuesday 2nd June at 19:30
The tech company announces its new Majorana 2 chip.
Tech Now · Saturday 30th May at 01:00
Shiona McCallum visits Fifa HQ in Zurich to see new tech being used in the World Cup.
Tech Life · Tuesday 26th May at 19:30
What is the role of a teacher once AI arrives in the school classroom?
Tech Now · Saturday 23rd May at 01:00
Shiona McCallum meets a medical expert testing out the future of prosthetics.
Tech Life · Tuesday 19th May at 20:00
We talk to an expert about the risks from AI hackers
Tech Now · Saturday 16th May at 01:00
Adrienne Murray explores how new 3D imaging is supporting heart procedures.
Tech Now · Saturday 9th May at 01:00
Andrew Rogers explores new tech trials helping people stay underwater for longer.