Trump claims victory as he signs controversial budget and tax bill into law
The bill extends tax cuts, slices welfare programmes and surges immigration funds in a victory for Trump’s agenda.
Oasis ‘sounding huge’ as comeback tour launches
The band will play the first of 41 highly anticipated dates in Cardiff, after a break of 16 years.
Trump gets major win now – but it comes with risks down the road
The mega-bill helps the president deliver on promises, but also contains the seeds of political peril, writes Anthony Zurcher.
Ketamine helped me escape my negative thoughts – then it nearly killed me
Two young women speak to the BBC about why ketamine has become such a popular drug.
The “One Big Beautiful Bill” is ugly
“If I had a world of my own, everything would be nonsense. Nothing would be what it is, because everything would be what it isn’t.
At least 13 dead in Texas following flash floods
Months worth of heavy rain fell in a matter of hours on south-central Texas, killing at least 13 people and leaving more than 20 girls attending
Hamas says it’s given ‘positive’ response to U.S. ceasefire proposal, but more talks needed
Hamas says it has given a “positive” response to the latest proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza but said further talks were needed on implementation.
Man’s ghastly festering ulcer stumps doctors—until they cut out a wedge of flesh
If you were looking for some motivation to follow your doctor’s advice or remember to take your medicine, look no further than this grisly tale.
xAI data center gets air permit to run 15 turbines, but imaging shows 24 on site
After months of backlash over alleged pollution concerns, xAI has finally secured an air permit covering some of the methane gas turbines powering its Colossus
At least 6 dead and more missing in Texas Hill Country after severe flash flooding
Texas Hill Country was beset by death and disaster Friday as at least six people were killed and about 20 girls attending a summer camp
At least 13 people confirmed dead and more than 20 missing from girls camp in Texas flooding
At least 13 people have been killed in the US state of Texas after heavy rain caused flash flooding, according to local media reports.
Zohran Mamdani’s New York primary win sparks the ire of Modi’s supporters
Experts say Mamdani, a mayoral candidate, has attracted criticism on the Hindu right for his faith and outspoken views.
Hercules the hero as Fluminense beat Al Hilal in Club World Cup quarters
Brazil’s Fluminense earn hard-fought 2-1 victory over Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal to book place in semifinals.
Hamas responds to US-backed Gaza ceasefire proposal in a ‘positive spirit’
Palestinian group’s reply boosts chances of 60-day Gaza ceasefire, but Israel hasn’t responded publicly to the proposal.