Meta appoints Kunal Shah, founder of Cred, as head of WhatsApp, a move that puts an Indian tech entrepreneur at the helm of a 3‑billion‑user service expanding into payments and AI.

Alibaba files a lawsuit in California to remove itself from a Pentagon blacklist that labels it a military‑civil fusion contributor.

Deutsche Bahn suspended all trains for over two hours when its digital radio system failed, causing widespread delays and cancellations.

A Tesla crash in Texas on June 19 sent an elderly woman to her death after the vehicle broke into a house. The incident is now under a formal NHTSA investigation.

British hygiene brand apologises after a satirical ad about sexism alienates Chinese consumers.

Deutsche Bahn suspended all trains for over two hours when its digital radio system failed, causing widespread delays and cancellations.

From Amsterdam’s cool‑down venues to chalk‑coated classrooms, European cities counter rising temperatures with inventive hot‑weather measures.

Qantas launches a 22‑hour nonstop Sydney–London route, 20% pricier than layovers. BBC asks whether travellers are willing to pay for ultra‑long‑haul comfort.

Japan increases single and multi‑entry visa costs to 15,000 and 30,000 yen, citing inflation and currency shifts amid a post‑pandemic tourism surge.

US singer Oliver Tree has been repatriated to California following a fatal helicopter collision in Rio de Janeiro, with family confirming his final wishes

The 2026 World Cup’s new head‑to‑head tie‑breaker and first‑time third‑placed berth can mean teams are eliminated early or pull off a lucky draw.

In 1986, a 17‑year‑old Mexican woman saw the infamous Hand of God goal—an experience that sparked lifelong fascination with football and international rivalry.

A Cape Verdean fan erupts in celebration during a live BBC News broadcast as his team scores its first World Cup goal against Uruguay – a viral moment.

A Cape Verde supporter erupts in disbelief during a BBC News broadcast when his country records its first World Cup goal against Uruguay.

India A star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks List A record with an 11‑ball 50 off Sri Lanka A, leaving the cricket world in awe.

Fans fighting for BTS comeback tour tickets are falling prey to scammers, losing thousands of dollars in Southeast Asia.

The late US singer‑songwriter’s remains have been brought home, with his family saying he can "finally rest" and pledging to honour his charity wish.

Record executive Clive Davis, who shaped careers of legends from Aretha Franklin to Alicia Keys, passes away after a long battle with respiratory illness.

Music mogul who signed Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and others passes away.

Clive Davis, who launched careers of Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and many others, dies at age 94.

British hygiene brand apologises after a satirical ad about sexism alienates Chinese consumers.

Britain is banning social media for kids under 16. U.S. voters weigh the pros and cons of a similar move amid concerns over privacy, addiction, and First Amendment rights.

In 1986, a 17‑year‑old Mexican woman saw the infamous Hand of God goal—an experience that sparked lifelong fascination with football and international rivalry.

AI startup Shift offers free cleaning in exchange for filmed footage, raising privacy concerns amid New York's tech surge.

President Trump accuses Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni of demanding a photo at the G7 summit and blocking US military flights in Iran, sparking a diplomatic spat.

EU’s Entry/Exit System forces biometric checks on UK and other non‑EU visitors, causing delays at airports, ferries and trains across the region.

France's record-breaking heat prompts debate over widespread AC use, pushing Greens and the National Rally into new positions.

At least 172 vessels crossed the Strait of Hormuz since the new US‑Iran deal, with rising traffic and easing sanctions, but safety concerns over mines still affect flow.

Rafael Grossi confirms IAEA inspections in Iran as part of a new US‑Iran agreement, signaling diplomatic progress in nuclear monitoring.

A record 23 % of players in the 2026 World Cup hail from abroad, reshaping football’s view on nationality and sparking debate worldwide.

After a week in coma following a shark bite on Coogee Beach, Leah Stewart briefly awakens, sparking hope amid rising Australian shark incidents.

A French doctor treated for Ebola after returning from DR Congo, marking the continent's first confirmed case.

More than half of France is under a red heat alert as temperatures hit record highs, sparking power cuts, wildfires and even museum curfew changes.

Western Europe hit record temperatures 30‑35°C as a southwest heatwave kills 40 people in France. Authorities rush to protect the public.

From Amsterdam’s cool‑down venues to chalk‑coated classrooms, European cities counter rising temperatures with inventive hot‑weather measures.

Meta appoints Kunal Shah, founder of Cred, as head of WhatsApp, a move that puts an Indian tech entrepreneur at the helm of a 3‑billion‑user service expanding into payments and AI.

Students staged a walk‑out when Google CEO Sundar Pichai slipped a brief AI reference into his speech, carrying signs linking Google to political scandals.

Alibaba files a lawsuit in California to remove itself from a Pentagon blacklist that labels it a military‑civil fusion contributor.

Deutsche Bahn suspended all trains for over two hours when its digital radio system failed, causing widespread delays and cancellations.

A Tesla crash in Texas on June 19 sent an elderly woman to her death after the vehicle broke into a house. The incident is now under a formal NHTSA investigation.