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Brazil's Supreme Court has convicted Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, for lobbying the US government to interfere in his father's coup trial. He was sentenced to four years and two months in prison and barred from public office for eight years.
The BBC has pulled its documentary series with presenter Ashley Cain following revelations about his history of abusive and misogynistic social media posts. The corporation acknowledged its vetting procedures failed, and reports also detail alleged misconduct during a Las Vegas production.
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal, becoming France's all-time top scorer with 58 goals and moving to 14 career World Cup goals, two behind record-holder Miroslav Klose. Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye also found the net in a Group I clash.
The FBI announced that it thwarted a plot to attack the White House during a UFC event on June 14, with multiple arrests made. Officials described a coordinated plan involving explosive-laden drones, snipers, and a potential second wave to storm the White House gate. The investigation is ongoing, with at least five people charged.
Semyon Skrepetsky, a Russian artist known for satirizing Vladimir Putin, was shot dead in eastern Poland. Polish authorities have detained two Belarusian nationals and later a suspect using a Georgian passport. Prime Minister Donald Tusk called the killing a likely political murder.
A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California on June 15, killing all eight people on board during a routine test mission. The base has grounded operations while the cause remains under investigation. The long-serving strategic bomber has been used in multiple conflicts over decades.
India's temporary ban on Telegram over exam paper leak concerns has sparked a legal challenge from the messaging app and widespread protests. The ban, upheld by the Delhi High Court, aims to prevent cheating in the NEET retest, but critics argue it infringes on free speech and fails to address the root causes of exam fraud.
Elon Musk has announced legal action against German public broadcaster ZDF over a report that he says misrepresented his position on anti-migrant protests in Northern Ireland. ZDF has removed the disputed passage, conceding the wording was 'misleading.' The protests followed a knife attack in Belfast that left a man seriously wounded.
Kim Leadbeater, sister of murdered MP Jo Cox, says political hatred in the UK is likely worse now than before the 2016 Brexit referendum. Her comments come amid concerns over far-right unrest, social media amplification, and the legacy of Cox's call for 'kinder, gentler politics.'
Ugandan opposition lawyer and former Kampala mayor Erias Lukwago has been charged with complicity in treason after being detained by security forces, an incident that has sparked condemnation from opposition leaders and human rights advocates. The army chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, boasted about the detention on social media, while Lukwago's family and legal bodies have called for accountability.
The US-Iran ceasefire agreement has left Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing a political dilemma, with critics from across the Israeli spectrum accusing Washington of betrayal and questioning his security legacy. Netanyahu's silence on the deal has fueled speculation about his next move as Israel continues military operations in Lebanon.
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has confirmed the dismissal of 18 staff members in eastern Chad following allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse of Sudanese refugees. An internal report documented 59 allegations, including cases involving underage girls and exchanges of food or jobs for sex.
The UK government has announced a ban on social media access for children under 16, set to take effect in 2027. The measure follows Australia's model and is part of a global push to protect children online, but has drawn criticism from tech experts and some young users.
More than 100 Stanford graduates walked out during Google CEO Sundar Pichai's commencement address to protest Project Nimbus, Google's cloud contract with Israel. The protest reflects broader student concerns about AI and the tech industry's role in global conflicts.
Somaliland's President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi made his first state visit to Israel, where he met Israeli leaders and opened Somaliland's embassy in Jerusalem. The visit comes months after Israel became the first country to recognize Somaliland's independence. The trip also included receiving the Friends of Zion Award, while Somaliland's defense minister denied reports of an Israeli military base in the region.
Michael Grade, the recently departed chair of Ofcom, has accused critics of GB News of trying to limit free speech to a 'liberal, Islington consensus.' His comments have drawn criticism from former Ofcom figures over the regulator's handling of the rightwing channel.
Diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran have produced a framework agreement including oil export waivers and asset releases, even as Israeli military operations in Lebanon and exchanges of fire with Iran threaten the process. Israeli leaders have rejected any requirement to withdraw from southern Lebanon, drawing public criticism from President Trump. Multiple outlets report the conflict has entered its fourth month with ceasefire arrangements under severe strain.
Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million by 2050, according to early projections. The initiative, put forward by the Swiss People's Party, was defeated with around 55% of voters opposing it.
Celebrations after the New York Knicks' first NBA championship in over 50 years turned chaotic in Manhattan, with a World Cup shuttle bus set alight, a 17-year-old shot in the foot, and dozens arrested. Police described crowds as 'increasingly destructive' as fans clashed with officers in Midtown.
The US Department of Justice has approved Paramount Skydance's $111bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, concluding the deal is unlikely to harm competition. The merger faces ongoing scrutiny from state and UK regulators, and has drawn criticism from industry professionals and Senator Elizabeth Warren.