Heatwave to peak this weekend as temperatures soar to 34C
Parts of the UK are already experiencing heatwave conditions which could continue into early next week. BBC News
The US helped successfully tackle Aids – now cuts put that at risk
A woman tells the BBC about her anxieties after a US-funded clinic that gave her medication closed. BBC News
Sexual abuse claims against former bishop and vicar investigated
Church in Wales sex abuse claims investigated by police BBC News
Children queuing for supplements killed in Israeli strike in Gaza, hospital says
Eight children were among 15 people reportedly killed when a queue for nutritional supplements was hit in Deir al-Balah. BBC News
Backstreet Boys’ AJ McLean on what helped him overcome being a ‘chronic relapser’ after narrowly avoiding jail
Though AJ McLean has had his share of public ups and downs, the Backstreet Boy star — who has been open about his struggle with addiction throughout the years —…
What are microschools and why is the education model growing in Indiana?
Microschooling institutions are growing in Indiana and are projected to expand within the state because parents are “upset” with the public school options in their school district, Gov. Mike Braun…
Want better relationships? Try adding more emojis to your texts
Ever wondered why some texts just feel warmer and more engaging? The secret might be in those tiny, colorful emojis you sprinkle into your messages. Emojis aren’t just playful add-ons;…
UK faces rising and unpredictable threat by Iran, report warns
A wide-ranging report by an intelligence committee has set out the risks Iran poses to the UK. BBC News
Plan for electricity bills based on region dropped
Zonal pricing supporters say the proposal would have meant lower bills, but critics say it could have scared off investment. BBC News
Messi scores two goals, sets new MLS record in Inter Miami win
Lionel Messi sets a new MLS record as first player to score multiple goals in four straight league games. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
England too strong for Wales? Brown-Finnis’ Euros predictions – final group games
Former England goalkeeper and BBC pundit Rachel Brown-Finnis gives her predictions for the final round of group games at the 2025 European Championship. BBC News
Construction workers reach safety after Los Angeles industrial tunnel partially collapses: ‘Everyone is safe’
Officials are breathing a sigh of relief after more than 30 construction workers in an industrial tunnel in Los Angeles reached safety after it partially collapsed. The cave-in occurred between…
Teachers union reveals true colors behind closed doors at annual convention
The National Education Association (NEA), the nation’s largest teachers union, just held its annual convention in Portland, Oregon, and laid bare its transformation into a brazenly political organization. Far from…
Should you try hypnosis to stop drinking? Here’s what the experts say
While some people may be skeptical of hypnosis, experts say it’s a legitimate therapy that can help with a range of physical and mental challenges — including, possibly, alcohol use…
Family of Canadian woman detained by ICE pleads for her releaseAlessia Simona Maratta
Paula Callejas, 45, has been detained by ICE three months, moving between multiple detention centres and costing her family $25,000 in legal fees.
I worked for the most successful third party in decades. Elon Musk has a lot to learn from it
Let’s talk about language. Because in politics, language isn’t just what you say — it’s what people hear. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned from decades of helping brands…
MORNING GLORY: When the ‘conspiracy’ just isn’t there
When Jeffrey Epstein took his own life on August 10, 2019, the circumstances were so bizarre that, instantly, conspiracy theories were hatched as to who had had him killed and…
Farrell on bench for final Lions game before Tests
Owen Farrell is named on the bench for the British and Irish Lions’ final tour match before the start of the Test series against Australia. BBC News
‘A huge explosion-like sound’ – Survivors recall moment India bridge collapsed
At least 15 people were killed on Wednesday after part of a bridge collapsed into a river in India’s Gujarat state. BBC News