Auction house Sotheby’s returns Buddha jewels to India after uproar
The Piprahwa Gems were due to be auctioned in May, but the sale was called off after diplomatic intervention. BBC News
Gilbert Arenas arrested for hosting illegal poker games
Former NBA player is among six indicted on US federal charges for conducting illegal gambling at his California mansion. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Red Bull set to complete Newcastle Falcons takeover
Red Bull’s takeover of Newcastle Falcons is close to going through, with the club set to be renamed Newcastle Red Bulls. BBC News
Kinghorn and Ryan in for final Lions Test
British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell makes two changes for the final Test against the Wallabies in Sydney on Saturday. BBC News
Axing of The Late Show reveals how monopolisation has gutted US media
CBS’s sacking of Stephen Colbert exposes a media system where corporate control crushes journalism and silences dissent. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Arsenal’s young talent stealing the show on tour
Arsenal have signed six players so far this summer, but it is a 15-year-old catching the eye on their tour of Asia. BBC News
British 999 caller’s voice cloned by Russian network using AI
A BBC Verify investigation has revealed that the identities of British public sector workers have been cloned using AI by a Russian-linked disinformation campaign. BBC News
Cambodia seeks release of 20 soldiers held by Thailand after border clashes
Thailand’s military said the detained Cambodian troops will be returned home after ‘legal procedures’ are completed. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
‘No land, no home, no future’: Himalayan Lepchas fear new dam
A glacial lake outburst flood in October 2023 washed away the Teesta III dam, displacing thousands of people. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
‘Endless battle’: Fighting the crime gangs taking over the High Street
People say they’re terrified of going to the shops, with reports of intimidation and open drug dealing. BBC News
Record number of Democrats join failed bid to block weapons sales to Israel
US Senate vote highlights growing split among Democrats over support for Israel’s war in Gaza. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Finger painting by artist with nerve injury wins Australian art award
“Without a brush, painting was almost painless,” said Filipina-Australian artist Loribelle Spirovski. BBC News
Lionel Messi returns as Inter Miami beat Atlas in Leagues Cup
The Argentinian star impressed following a one game suspension to record two assists against Atlas in Leagues Cup opener. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Canada plans to recognize Palestinian state in September, PM Carney says
Canada plans to recognize a Palestinian state in September during a meeting of the United Nations, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Wednesday. “We are working ourselves, with others,…
The Papers: ‘Prince of Sadness’ and ‘Air we go again’
The final public farewell for Ozzy Osbourne and air traffic chaos across the UK dominate Thursday’s papers. BBC News
US senator plans trip to Taiwan as Trump’s interest in island cools: Report
Report says US Senator Roger Wicker may visit Taiwan after President William Lai Ching-te cancelled Latin America trip. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
Arkansas man charged with capital murder after killing parents in front of daughters at Devil’s Den State Park
The Arkansas Department of Public Safety announced they have made an arrest on Wednesday in connection with the killing of a married couple in front of their children at Devil’s…
Ford says Trump tariffs to cost it about $2bn this year
It is the latest indication of the impact of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on big American firms. BBC News
Airlines demand answers after air traffic control failure
More than 150 flights were cancelled and thousands more grounded on Wednesday. BBC News