Rap, memes, graffiti: Bangladesh’s new political tools, a year after Hasina
Young Bangladeshis are using the same weapons that helped them uproot Sheikh Hasina to hold today’s rulers accountable. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
Native Hawaiian man could face longer prison sentence after conviction for hate crime against white man
A Native Hawaiian man who was convicted of a hate crime against a white man must be re-sentenced, a U.S. appeals court ruled on Thursday, potentially leading to additional years…
UK-France migrant deal ‘robust’ against legal challenges, Cooper says
The home secretary says the government will resist any attempts to block the deal agreed with France this week. BBC News
US, Russian top diplomats hold fresh talks on Ukraine at ASEAN meeting
‘Positive trend’ in US-Russia ties remains despite Washington’s ‘zigzag’ policy, Moscow says. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Gunmen in Pakistan kidnap, kill nine bus passengers, officials say
Separatist Baloch fighters have in past claimed responsibility for attacks in the southwestern Balochistan province. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Life in occupied West Bank “miserable” as settler violence rises
Issa Amro on life in the occupied West Bank becoming increasingly miserable for Palestinians. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Teenage boy found dead in lake
Police say the boy was reported missing on Thursday evening and an “extensive search” ensued. BBC News
UK economy shrank unexpectedly in May
The economy shrank by 0.1%, the second month in a row it has contracted. BBC News
Fitness concerns remain before Djokovic-Sinner semi
Concerns remain over Novak Djokovic’s fitness after he cancels a scheduled practice session before his Wimbledon semi-final against Jannik Sinner. BBC News
Justin Bieber releases surprise new album
Canadian singer Justin Bieber has surprised fans by releasing his first new album in four years. BBC News
Son of drug lord ‘El Chapo’ set for guilty plea in US trafficking case
Ovidio Guzman Lopez plans to change his not guilty plea during a hearing after arrest in 2023. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Taylor v Serrano – the rivalry that changed boxing
Katie Taylor holds a 2-0 advantage over Amanda Serrano as they prepare to meet in New York on Friday, but this third bout is fully warranted. BBC News
Hosepipe ban frustration as leaks continue
Yorkshire Water customers say they understand a ban but question the firm’s efforts to fix leaks. BBC News
Cedar climbed by Beatles on tree awards shortlist
Nominees include the Lollipop Tree on Salisbury Plain, which features in Sam Mendes’ WW1 film. BBC News
Starmer and Macron plead for patience in an impatient world
The UK and France have agreed a “one in, one out” deal for migrants crossing the Channel. BBC News
TV doctor and IVF pioneer quits BMA over strikes
The Labour peer says the strikes could damage public trust in doctors. BBC News
‘Crimes against humanity’ in Sudan’s Darfur: ICC deputy prosecutor
The Hague court’s Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan warns civil war ‘has reached an intolerable state’. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Delays and shortages in UK’s F-35 jet fleet, watchdog says
Delays and personnel shortages are “undermining the armed forces’ warfighting capability”, a report says. BBC News
War crimes are likely being committed in Sudan, ICC finds
The court says there are “reasonable grounds” to believe claims of war crimes in western Sudan. BBC News