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Donald Trump's legal team has refused to provide financial information sought by the BBC in his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the broadcaster, according to court filings cited by the Financial Times. The BBC had subpoenaed the Donald J Trump Revocable Trust, managed by Trump's eldest son, as part of its defense, while Trump's lawyers called the request a 'fishing expedition.'
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has turned green again just days after a $14.2m renovation, despite the Trump administration's claims of success. Visitors offer mixed reviews, and the administration has compared its battle with algae to its war with Iran.
Former US National Security Adviser John Bolton has reached a deal to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified information, potentially avoiding prison time. The agreement includes a $2.25 million fine and is set to be entered at a re-arraignment on June 26.
A Nigerian court has sentenced four men to death for their roles in the 2022 attack on St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, which killed at least 41 people. The verdict has brought mixed feelings among survivors, who call for further investigation into alleged sponsors.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to implement a ceasefire contingent on Hezbollah halting fire and withdrawing from southern Lebanon, with pilot security zones to be established. Residents in Beirut express cautious skepticism, while Hezbollah condemns the US-brokered framework.
Activists from the Free Marwan Now campaign attempted to place a statue of Marwan Barghouti, a Palestinian leader imprisoned in Israel since 2002, in London's Parliament Square. Police intercepted the statue, which was later removed. The campaign compares Barghouti to Nelson Mandela, while Israeli media and officials highlight his murder convictions.
Newly released bodycam footage showing 18-year-old Henry Nowak being handcuffed by police as he lay dying from stab wounds has sparked violent protests in Southampton and a national debate over policing, race, and justice. The killer, Vickrum Digwa, was sentenced to life in prison after falsely claiming he was the victim of a racist attack. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned the protests and called for a police investigation into the handling of the case.
Three British Royal Navy crew members died when a Merlin Mk4 helicopter crashed during a training exercise near Sourton, Devon, on Wednesday. The victims have been identified, and an investigation is underway into the cause, with poor weather conditions reported at the time.
A man who barricaded himself inside a Chase Bank in Bakersfield, California, with hostages and a suspected explosive device was shot and killed by FBI agents, ending a 12-hour standoff. All hostages were freed unharmed, according to police. The suspect's identity and motive remain unclear.
CBS News has terminated longtime 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley after a clash with new management. Pelley accused editor-in-chief Bari Weiss of 'murdering' the show, while the network cited his conduct in a staff meeting. The firing is part of a broader shakeup that has raised concerns about editorial independence.
Reports of a heated phone call between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel's planned strike on Beirut have been disputed by an Israeli source, who said the disagreement centered on public messaging rather than personal insults. The call came amid heightened tensions as Iran threatened to suspend peace talks with the US, and Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
The murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak by Vickrum Digwa, who was carrying a kirpan, has sparked calls from Hampshire's police and crime commissioner for a review of religious exemptions on carrying knives. The case has also renewed debate over the classification of kirpans and the law's application, with Sikh organisations condemning the murder and distancing the community from Digwa's actions.
Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen will lead a new centre-left minority coalition government after months of negotiations following March's inconclusive election. The coalition, comprising her Social Democrats and three other parties, holds 82 of 179 seats and faces challenges including US pressure over Greenland and domestic issues.
Florida's attorney general has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging the company prioritized profit over safety and that ChatGPT has endangered children, aided mass shooters, and contributed to suicides. The suit cites two recent shootings in Florida in which suspects allegedly consulted the chatbot. OpenAI says it has implemented industry-leading protections for minors.
Israel has ordered strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs following Hezbollah rocket attacks, escalating a conflict that has killed thousands in Lebanon and displaced over a million. A US-brokered ceasefire has failed, with both sides exchanging threats of further retaliation.
A BBC Verify analysis of satellite images and videos reveals that Iran has damaged at least 20 US military sites across eight Middle Eastern countries since the conflict began in February. The findings challenge official US assertions of Iranian military weakness, while President Trump claims US strikes have destroyed 55% of Iran's restored capabilities.
Five patients have recovered from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, offering hope amid an outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain. Meanwhile, suspected cases have been reported in Brazil and Italy, and the Africa CDC says a vaccine could be ready by the end of 2026.
South Africa's national football team faced a delayed departure for the 2026 World Cup due to visa complications, drawing sharp criticism from Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie. The squad eventually left for Mexico, but an assistant coach remained behind, and an emergency meeting was called to address the matter.
Ethiopians cast ballots in parliamentary and regional elections expected to deliver a landslide victory for Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party, despite conflicts, opposition concerns, and security incidents. Voting was extended by six hours in areas of high turnout, but 143 polling stations did not open due to security issues, and Tigray was excluded from the vote.
A powerful explosion in a village in northeastern Myanmar, under the control of the Ta'ang National Liberation Army, has killed at least 45 people and injured around 70, according to rescue workers and media reports. The blast occurred at a facility storing mining explosives, though the exact cause remains under investigation.