Texas teen sentenced to 35 years for killing fellow student at athletics event

The fatal incident during a high school athletics event in a Dallas suburb drew national attention.

Posted on: 10 June 2026 | 7:28 am

Trump-backed candidate Steve Hilton advances in California governor's race

If British-born Hilton wins in November, will be the first Republican governor in 15 years.

Posted on: 10 June 2026 | 6:17 am

Will this scandal-plagued outsider help save or sink the Democrats?

Graham Platner, who won his Maine primary on a left-wing, anti-establishment message, now faces a formiddable Republican in key Senate race.

Posted on: 10 June 2026 | 5:55 am

Graham Platner wins Maine primary, setting up face-off with longtime Senator Collins

Voters also headed to the polls in primary elections in Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina ahead of the midterms.

Posted on: 10 June 2026 | 5:52 am

Three questions Bill Gates could face as he testifies to Congress on Epstein

The Microsoft co-founder has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing or knowledge of his former associate's illegal activity.

Posted on: 10 June 2026 | 5:40 am

World Cup referee denied US entry arrives home to hero's welcome in Somalia

Omar Artan vows to officiate at the 2030 tournament instead, following his ban from entering the US.

Posted on: 10 June 2026 | 4:50 am

Model who alleges Kanye West choked her tells BBC she felt 'suffocated and scared'

West claims the encounter on a music video set was part of a "provocative theatrical performance".

Posted on: 10 June 2026 | 12:02 am

Sea drone rescues US army helicopter crew near Strait of Hormuz

The uncrewed vessel - which looks similar to a speedboat - rescued the two soldiers from an Apache helicopter that went down on Monday.

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 6:35 pm

Watch: Is the US ready to host the 2026 World Cup?

The BBC’s Nada Tawfik reports on readiness concerns in the New York-New Jersey region, where eight matches will take place.

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 4:33 pm

'There is no one else' - Platner voters on backing the controversial Democrat

The BBC spoke to voters in Maine on election day on who they want to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins.

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 3:47 pm

Bowen: Trump and Netanyahu wanted to reshape the Middle East - now they risk a permacrisis

The US and Israeli leaders have lost control of the consequences after miscalculating the Iran war.

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 3:14 pm

Nasa reveals crew for Artemis III mission

The crew, who are all men, are scheduled to blast off in 2027 to test systems ahead of a planned Moon landing.

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 1:44 pm

Version of AI tool 'too powerful for public' released to public

Claude Fable 5 is a version of Anthropic's Claude Mythos, an AI program which caused a stir among technology, finance, and government leaders.

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 1:35 pm

Watch: Moment Trump is booed during the national anthem at NBA Finals

The US president later insisted the reaction inside the arena was "mostly cheers", describing the atmosphere as "loud" and "enthusiastic".

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 1:14 pm

Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup?

With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup?

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 12:55 pm

Nasa names next astronauts for Artemis Moon programme

Nasa names its next Artemis crew, though they will not be walking on the Moon or even going anywhere near it.

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 12:46 pm

Nasa has named the Artemis III crew - what is their mission?

Artemis III will help test crucial systems needed for the planned Artemis IV Moon landing in 2028.

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 12:45 pm

'Gridlock alert days' and a race for tickets as US prepares to host World Cup

Is the US ready to handle the pressure of co-hosting what many see as the biggest global sporting event?

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 11:48 am

Air Canada pilot accused of flying for 17 years without correct licence

Police said the pilot was discovered to have flown with forged credentials since he was promoted to captain in 2009. He faces several fraud-related charges.

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 11:18 am

Why super-sized and politicised World Cup comes at a cost

Whatever one's perspective, it seems certain that away from the on-field spectacle, this super-sized World Cup could be among the most contentious ever.

Posted on: 9 June 2026 | 12:57 am

SpaceX's stock market blast-off could be Musk's biggest gamble yet

SpaceX is preparing for a stock market debut that could transform the company, the wider market and Elon Musk's fortune.

Posted on: 8 June 2026 | 6:22 pm

Trump tells BBC Netanyahu did not defy him

In a call with the US president, the BBC’s Sarah Smith asked Trump about the war in Iran and his relationship with the Israeli leader.

Posted on: 8 June 2026 | 5:34 pm