What to know about the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, take two

Perennially controversial dinner is back, with Trump set to attend, after a gunman derailed the proceedings in April.

Tanzanian lecturer arrested over anti-government protests charged with terrorism

He is among more than 130 people detained over planned protests calling for democratic reforms.

Spain’s De la Fuente slams Argentina’s World Cup conduct as ‘unacceptable’

While Argentina faced criticism through World Cup 2026, post-final altercations are now being investigated.

Spain declares national emergency over wildfires

At least 10,000 people have been evacuated following wildfires in the central region of Madrid.

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigns

Shahabuddin, 76, cited health reasons for leaving two years before his five-year term was meant to expire.

US summons Malaysia envoy over Israel policy

Malaysia does not have any diplomatic ties with Israel and has long maintained its support for the Palestinian cause. 

Australia World Cup star Volpato faces speeding, cocaine charges

Cristian Volpato, who switched from Italy to Australia before World Cup 2026, failed a roadside drug test in Sydney.

At least 11 killed in Ukraine as Moscow and Kyiv continue to trade attacks

Six people also killed in Ukrainian attack on Russia’s Kirov, and Wildberries warehouses hit again.

South Africa's president wins bid to temporarily halt impeachment inquiry over 'Farmgate'

Ramaphosa has faced scrutiny following the theft of large sums of cash from his private farm in 2020.

Watch: Are Trump's tariffs delivering on his objectives?

The BBC’s Samira Hussain explains how President Trump’s tariffs affect US economy, who pays the price, and whether they’re working.