Trump retreat over Hormuz tolls suggests he is struggling to end Iran war

The abrupt about-face from the US president was the latest twist in a conflict that has now lasted more than four months.

LIVE: Trump says ‘strikes on Iran will continue until I say enough’

Iran's bridges, power plants possible targets, Trump said as IRGC says it attacked US forces in Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan.

Spain fans erupt as team reaches World Cup final

Fans erupted in celebration after Spain beat France 2-0 in the semifinals, securing their place in the 2026 Finals

How a former 'street kid' is key to South Africa's police corruption inquiry

Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala, due to appear at the Madlanga Commission, grew up hustling to make a living.

From Wimbledon towels to Scotch: What India-UK trade deal could mean for shoppers

The free trade agreement between the world’s fifth and sixth largest economies has come into effect – can it deliver?

Outspoken Moroccan rapper Mehdi El Youbi arrested in Casablanca

Activists say Moroccan authorities are intensifying repression of critical voices and the Gen Z protest movement.

Wife describes moment husband nearly sucked out of Ryanair plane

A man was nearly sucked head-first out of a cabin window mid-air on a Ryanair plane.

Watch: The clash between US and Iran for control of the Strait of Hormuz

The BBC’s Barbara Plett Usher examines the latest tensions over the key international shipping channel.

Why the England shirt feels complicated for some fans this World Cup

The World Cup has ignited debate in the UK over wearing or displaying the England flag.

World Cup semifinal: Key players to watch in England vs Argentina clash

Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane will be among the stars on show during Wednesday's match in Atlanta.