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Henry Nowak's family deserve answers after 'disturbing and tragic' footage, UK home secretary says

Nowak, a student in Southampton, was handcuffed and arrested as he lay dying on the ground. He told officers he had been stabbed and couldn't breathe.


News imageA police image of a man lying on the floor with his hands being handcuffed behind his back.

Murder victim told police 'I can't breathe' while handcuffed

An independent investigation into why Henry Nowak was handcuffed by police as he was dying is ongoing.

7 mins ago
England
News imageUkrainian mother and child walk through rubble and damaged cars amid Russai's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv on June 2nd 2026

Ukraine rescuers pull dead from rubble after Russian strikes kill 18 people

An eight-year-old boy and a woman killed in a strike on an apartment block are among the dead, officials say.

27 mins ago
Europe

Prepare for El Niño, UN warns - it could be the strongest yet

Scientists fear the combined effects of El Niño and human-caused climate change could reshape weather around the world.

Two people shot dead amid Kenya protests against US Ebola quarantine centre plan

The US plan has sparked public anger and led to demonstrations near the site of the proposed treatment facility.

2 hrs ago
Africa

No, Trump's name hasn't been removed from the Kennedy Center

An AI video of President Trump’s name being ripped off the front of the building has been seen by millions online.

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US & Canada

Clashes continue in Lebanon despite Israel and Hezbollah accepting US partial ceasefire plan

A cessation of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah is seen as crucial to the peace process with Iran.

6 hrs ago
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Nine of the most striking images of 2026 so far

An expert's guide to the some of the most eye-catching photographs of the year – and how they echo masterpieces from art history.

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The fish species that's survived for 100,000 years without males

All-female species have been long thought of as evolutionary dead ends – but one fish has defied the odds to live without males, revealing new clues to how genomes stay healthy.


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News imageUS musician and actress Sabrina Carpenter poses on the red carpet for the Met Gala in May 2026

Sabrina Carpenter gets restraining order against man who showed up at her home

The singer reported a series of "deeply alarming" incidents at her house to Los Angeles police.

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'Mornings and nights no longer exist' at 47C: A day in the hottest place in India

What a day in India's hottest district reveals about life on the frontline of extreme heat.

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Analysis: Trump needs this war to end but Iran is not backing down

Under pressure from the polls and Gulf allies, the White House is pushing for a deal but Iran wants concessions, writes BBC's international editor.

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Denmark's Mette Frederiksen to form government after months of negotiations

The leader of Denmark's Social Democratic Party is forming a centre-left coalition minority government, giving her a third term as prime minister.

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Europe
News imageMayoral candidate Spencer Pratt hosts a campaign "block party" event on 10th Avenue in Los Angeles

He was a reality show villain. Can he be the mayor of one of America's largest cities?

Republican Spencer Pratt, known for his TV role on The Hills, appears to be in a tight race with two Democrats in Los Angeles.

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Instagram AI chatbot tricked by hackers to give access to others' accounts

Some reports have linked the incident to recent cases of high-profile Instagram accounts being hijacked.

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Technology
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AI giant Anthropic plans to sell shares in US as valuation nears $1tn

The AI company behind Claude is set to offer the public the chance to buy and sell shares in the firm later this year.

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Ghana's anti-LGBTQ+ bill to be scrutinised before approval, president says

Passed by MPs, the bill proposes prison sentences for people identifying as part of the LGBTQ+ community.

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Moment a meteor creates sonic boom over Massachusetts

According to Nasa, the meteor released the equivalent to about 300 tons of TNT when it broke up.

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Marilyn Monroe 'lookalikes' gather to celebrate her 100th birthday

Fans set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been the legendary actress’ centenary.

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Huge crowds formed outside a shopping centre in China to see actor Zhang Linghe.

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'I could not see him one last time': A family's grief a year after Air India crash

There were 242 people on board the flight on 12 June 2025, and all but one died in the crash.

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Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police following the Champions League final.

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Cuba’s blackouts leave high-rise residents with constant uncertainty

Will Grant spoke to a 70-year-old widow who says the inability to use her building's elevator during a power outage trapped her and her husband when he needed medical care.

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'I will sleep with fear': Romanians shaken after block of flats hit by drone

A Russian drone hit a block of flats in Romania on Friday, causing a fire and injuring two people, Romanian officials say.

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Can Americans spell the National Spelling Bee’s winning words?

Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, won the competition this year after correctly spelling 32 words in a 90-second lighting round tiebreaker.

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Arts

News imageMarilyn Monroe with a beach towel around her shoulders, photographed on a beach in Santa Monica, California (Credit: Photo: George Barris u00a9 INHOLLYWOODLAND u2013 The George Barris Estate)

The story of Marilyn Monroe's intimate final photos taken weeks before her death

On the 100th anniversary of her birth, images from the Hollywood icon's final photoshoot reveal a carefree joyfulness that's far removed from the shocking tragedy of her death.


Health

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The people who are addicted to daydreaming

Some people daydream for hours on end, playing out a single storyline for decades – and it can be hugely distressing. Here's how to tell when your daydreaming has gone too far.


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Six people killed in Iowa domestic dispute, police say

The suspected shooter was found dead near a bridge with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities say.

Missing lab worker found dead in New Mexico nearly a year after disappearing

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Man given life sentence for murdering his mother

Annie Heyneman was murdered at her home in County Cavan in January 2025

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Business

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Absa CEO calls for regional response to global energy crisis

East Africa urged to unite and collaborate on infrastructure in response to the global energy price volatility.

Post Office scandal victim dedicates OBE to 'sub-postmasters we have lost'

Steph Curry signs with Chinese brand after Under Armour split

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New satellite networks promise phone signal anywhere, transforming how we stay connected globally.

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YouTuber arrested for allegedly using AI to defame Korean actor

Champion ethical hacker warns AI tools like Mythos will make competing harder


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Health

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Culture

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Idris Elba and Torvill and Dean receive honours at Windsor Castle

Actress and comic Meera Syal was among the other stars to receive honours from King Charles on Tuesday.

Toy Story 5 shows 'terror' of children's screen addiction, says Tom Hanks

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Dua Lipa marries Callum Turner in low-key London ceremony


Travel

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Fine dining in Zambia has long meant replicating European techniques. But chef Sungani Phiri's new home restaurant is boldly elevating Zambia's ingredients – and its culinary profile.

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Watch the killer snail that hunts with toxic bullets

In the Great Barrier Reef, a venomous snail catches and devours its prey in a silent, lethal game of ambush.
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Arts

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10 of the best books of 2026 so far

From a darkly comic tale of revenge to a beautiful contemplation on friendship, here are the year's most acclaimed works of fiction so far.

Whistler Mother is a US icon - here's why the artist would've hated its success

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Earth

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The real story of the Amazon's 'lost city'

This sprawling ancient metropolis in the jungle of Ecuador has revealed a unique form of urbanism. The BBC visits the site for the story of this mysterious civilisation.

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How light is erasing one of Earth’s darkest places

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