New IFS research shows that the value of a degree varies: medicine can add up to £400k over a lifetime, while creative arts may offer little return.

France reels from record‑breaking heat, sparking political battle over installing air‑conditioning as schools, hospitals face deadly heat.

Brent crude drops below $72.48 a barrel – the lowest since before the Iran conflict – as shipping resumes through the Strait of Hormuz.

In Minnesota, the abrupt end of Operation Metro Surge hasn’t erased the trauma, economic losses or looming uncertainty faced by many residents and refugees.

U.S. AI firm Anthropic alleges Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba illegally siphoned Claude model data via fraudulent accounts, sparking calls for congressional action.

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.

Japanese group XG climbs the charts after brutal training, breakthrough shows and an eye-opening gender‑identity statement.

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.

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.

A Philippine court temporarily blocks the violent video game Gorebox after a 14‑year‑old shooter admitted playing it before a deadly school shooting.

South African police corruption probe takes a twist as key figure Vusimusi 'Cat' Matlala pleads guilty and agrees to testify against high‑ranking officials.

Europe’s heatwave spreads eastward, France lifts its health alert to the highest level, while Germany, Czech Republic and others brace for record temperatures.

Ryanair relents, allowing parents to sit with their kids at no extra seat cost as part of a CMA investigation into its family seating policy.

Dr Mahrang Baloch, a leading human‑rights campaigner, was handed a life sentence by Pakistan’s anti‑terrorism court for alleged murders. Her family vows to appeal and conflict‑seeking Balochistan residents await justice.

UK faces record‑breaking summer heat; locals reveal quick tips from foil blankets to cooling vests to stay chill.

Kerala's new agency plans community‑based care, social programs and a certified caregiver network to stop seniors from ageing alone.

A French doctor on a humanitarian mission from the DR Congo tests positive for Ebola – marking the continent’s first confirmed case amid a growing outbreak.

France's record‑high temperatures spark a heated political debate over widespread air‑conditioning adoption.

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

U.S. AI firm Anthropic alleges Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba illegally siphoned Claude model data via fraudulent accounts, sparking calls for congressional action.

The Philippines blocks Gorebox after a 14‑year‑old suspect in a high‑school shooting was found playing the violent game.

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.

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.