Fans across Southeast Asia fell victim to ticket‑scam schemes during BTS's massive comeback tour, losing thousands as fake resellers cash in on the frenzy.

Japan raises visa fees fivefold, marking the first hike in almost five decades. Single‑entry visa cost jumps from 3,000 to 15,000 yen.

Former Federal Reserve chair Alan Greenspan, 100, passed away after a 20-year tenure that shaped US economic policy and sparked debate over regulation.

A sharp rupee fall and stricter visa rules are sparking a surge of Indian students questioning overseas plans.

Amid soaring gas prices, German politicians weigh coaxing coal re‑introduction as a short‑term solution while balancing climate goals.

Japan raises visa fees fivefold, marking the first hike in almost five decades. Single‑entry visa cost jumps from 3,000 to 15,000 yen.

A fire at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe has killed a 46‑year‑old Italian tourist and forced nearly 1,700 guests to leave the resort.

A fire at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe claims one tourist’s life and forces 1,700 guests to evacuate. Authorities are investigating and repatriating victims.

A teenager from India died when he fell from a horse‑drawn carriage in Central Park after the driver stepped away for a photo.

A private jet crashed onto a Texas motorway, leaving passengers trapped. Bystanders and first responders spring into action to pull survivors out of the wreckage.

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.

Dutch royalty celebrate a 5‑1 win over Sweden and Curacao’s first World Cup point against Ecuador in a single, unforgettable day of football.

Japanese football fans sweep World Cup stands, but debate sparks over men’s minimal household chores and gender disparities in Japan’s home life

A 68‑year‑old pétanque player dies after a disputed metal boule strike during a rivalry in Mimizan. Authorities investigate the tragic incident.

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

Thousands of fans lose money to scammers while desperate to secure tickets for BTS’s high‑profile comeback tour.

Britain’s iconic artist David Hockney died at 88. His funeral, attended only by two mourners, sparked tributes from the royal family, Prime Minister and fellow artists while plans for future memorials begin.

French authorities ban alcohol at the annual music festival as temperatures soar under a red heatwave alert.

At Las Vegas’s biggest true‑crime convention, families grapple with grief while spotlighting unsolved cases and advocacy, amid critics who fear exploitation.

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.

Japanese football fans sweep World Cup stands, but debate sparks over men’s minimal household chores and gender disparities in Japan’s home life

A new memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran lifts sanctions and opens the Strait of Hormuz, yet it pauses the core dispute over the war’s aim.

Japanese fans’ stadium clean‑ups during the World Cup spark praise, yet social media backlash highlights a home bias against men’s housework.

A fresh look at the deal that ended the conflict and the hidden motives that shaped the clash in the Middle East

US VP JD Vance confirms Iran agreed to re‑open nuclear inspections and lists steps toward a wider peace deal.

Japan raises visa fees fivefold, marking the first hike in almost five decades. Single‑entry visa cost jumps from 3,000 to 15,000 yen.

Kenyan ex‑Justice Minister Martha Karua denied entry to Uganda amid legal dispute; lawyers' society says she must return home.

Former Federal Reserve chair Alan Greenspan, 100, passed away after a 20-year tenure that shaped US economic policy and sparked debate over regulation.

Colombia’s election is dominated by escalating violence, with Iván Cepeda and Abelardo de la Espriella vying for control over national security and the future of the state.

French authorities ban alcohol at the annual music festival as temperatures soar under a red heatwave alert.

In response to a severe heatwave threatening record highs, France has prohibited alcohol at its annual Fête de la Musique events to safeguard public health.

The United States has announced a phased drawdown of its $400m annual aid for South Africa’s HIV programmes, citing policy disagreements and a push for self‑reliance.

A brown skua was found to carry H5N1 in Western Australia, marking the first time the highly contagious bird flu strain appears on the continent and confirming global reach.

A six‑year‑old girl infected with Ebola was rescued from a hospital raid; the child is now stable as local doctors report.

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

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani announces Jio Platforms IPO, potentially raising $4bn, marking a landmark listing for India's telecom sector.

Apple will hike device prices as rising memory chip costs, driven by AI demand and supply disruptions, potentially adding up to $150 for new models.

Close to 200 drones and 4 missiles strike Moscow, creating smoke, injuries and flight disruptions.

Robots on sidewalks raise safety concerns, protests, and city bans worldwide, with residents warning of collisions and job impacts.