WhatsApp chief Will Cathcart exits; Meta brings Indian fintech founder Kunal Shah as new head, marking a fresh strategy for the messaging giant.

Music mogul Clive Davis, known for shaping Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and others, dies at 94, leaving a lasting legacy in pop culture.

A technical accident at Ras Laffan LNG site left 13 dead and 66 injured, while Qatar’s energy output faces temporary disruption.

After US Vice‑President JD Vance announced a possible IAEA visit, Iran’s foreign ministry says it has not pledged new nuclear site inspections, amid a 60‑day sanctions waiver.

Meta announces Will Cathcart’s exit and appoints Kunal Shah as WhatsApp head, marking a pivotal leadership shift amid India’s booming user base.

Japan raised single- and multi-entry visa fees fivefold from July 1, sparking debate over tourism affordability amid a post‑pandemic rebound.

A deadly blaze at a luxury resort in the Dominican Republic killed a 46‑year‑old Italian tourist and forced the evacuation of 1,700 guests.

A blaze at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach resort killed an Italian tourist and forced the evacuation of almost 1,700 people.

A private jet crashed onto a Texas motorway, injuring six, one fatal. Locals used shovels and sledgehammers to rescue passengers while investigators begin probe.

Behind scorching roads and rising fuel prices, Balochistan riders ferry Iranian petrol to Pakistan, risking fire, war and violence for survival.

A Cape Verde fan erupts on live BBC coverage when his country nets its debut World Cup goal against Uruguay in the 2026 tournament.

Witness the instant Cape Verde hits its first World Cup goal and a fan erupts in joy on live BBC News – a moment that will echo in football history.

India 15‑year‑old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lights up Sri Lanka A with a blistering 11‑ball fifty, breaking List A history and earning a spot on the national T20 team.

The Dutch monarchy watches two underdog triumphs in one World Cup matchday, from a 5‑1 Holland rout to Curacao's first‑ever point.

Japanese football supporters are lauded for sweeping stadiums after World Cup matches, yet social media upsets reveal men are neglecting housework at home.

In a joyful joint ceremony in Ibadan, two sets of twins tie the knot, a rare marriage that has captured the hearts of thousands of wedding guests.

Music mogul Clive Davis, known for shaping Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and others, dies at 94, leaving a lasting legacy in pop culture.

Twin brothers Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye marry twin sisters Taiwo and Kehinde Adediran in a joyous joint ceremony in Ibadan, celebrating Yoruba twin culture.

The California‑born pop star’s remains have been flown home after a fatal helicopter collision in Brazil, bringing closure for his family and fans.

Fans across Southeast Asia lose over $100,000 as scammers cash in on BTS ticket demand.

Trump blames Italian PM Meloni for "begging" a photo after G7 summit clash, sparking a tense diplomatic exchange.

Japanese football supporters are lauded for sweeping stadiums after World Cup matches, yet social media upsets reveal men are neglecting housework at home.

Fans praised for stadium clean‑ups face backlash for leaving housework to wives. Data shows Japanese men spend far less time on chores.

The newly signed US‑Iran pact unravels Washington’s costly strategy, exposing the human, economic and geopolitical fallout of a brief but devastating war.

India’s football ambitions clash with historic barriers. With grassroots programs faltering and heavy reliance on cricket, analysts debate whether the 1.4‑billion‑strong nation will break into the World Cup.

Economist Alan Greenspan, former Fed chairman credited with shaping decades of U.S. growth, dies at 100, leaving a mixed legacy of policy successes and crisis controversies.

Karua was denied entry to Uganda while en route to support a colleague in a treason case, sparking calls for clarity from Kenyan legal bodies.

Abelardo de la Espriella, a political outsider backed by former US President Donald Trump, edged out left‑wing candidate Iván Cepeda in a close runoff, shaping Colombia’s security future.

Russian troops now occupy Kostyantynivka, threatening Ukraine's eastern defence and opening a path to the remaining strongholds in Donbas.

A UN report details 702 civilian deaths in Myanmar’s violent election period, highlighting air‑strike horrors, child casualties and a sharp decline in aid.

Millions affected as France, Italy, Spain and other countries brace for 40°C highs; red heat alerts activate school closures, train delays and an alcohol ban.

A horrific gang rape in Begusarai, Bihar, echoes the brutal 2012 Delhi assault, exposing persistent police apathy and the limits of India’s anti‑rape law.

The nationwide ransomware attack knocked out 100 Romanian hospitals, forcing staff to revert to manual processes while experts worked to contain the threat.

Kenya's health minister Aden Duale was convicted of contempt after continuing construction of a US‑backed Ebola quarantine centre despite a court halt, leading to protests and a death toll in Nanyuki.

The government has prohibited alcohol consumption at the Fete de la Musique celebrations as temperatures soar, citing public safety concerns amid a record heatwave.

A technical accident at Ras Laffan LNG site left 13 dead and 66 injured, while Qatar’s energy output faces temporary disruption.

Meta announces Will Cathcart’s exit and appoints Kunal Shah as WhatsApp head, marking a pivotal leadership shift amid India’s booming user base.

The nationwide ransomware attack knocked out 100 Romanian hospitals, forcing staff to revert to manual processes while experts worked to contain the threat.

Meta hires Kunal Shah to lead WhatsApp after Will Cathcart steps down, signalling a focus on India's growing user base.

A deadly blast at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG facility killed at least 13 people and injured dozens, raising concerns over operational safety and regional tensions that could threaten worldwide LNG exports.