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Watch: Man attacked by bear at steel works in Japan

BBC World • Jun 3, 2026

The bear, who injured four people in the attack on Tuesday, remains on the loose within the factory compound.

The Papers: 'Plea for calm ignored' and 'Arrest that outraged nation'

BBC World • Jun 3, 2026

The aftermath of the sentencing of Vickrum Digwa for the murder of Henry Nowak dominates Wednesday's papers.

Trump administration drops $1.8bn 'compensation fund'

BBC World • Jun 3, 2026

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's announcement to abandon the fund comes amid pushback from top Republican lawmakers.

Could lifting weights actually help you live longer?

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Regular weight training can significantly reduce the risk of early death, research suggests.

Sailors stressed and exhausted after months trapped by Strait of Hormuz blockade

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

The uncertainty has weighed heavily on the 20,000 seafarers trapped in the Iran war zone.

More heatwaves likely as warmer-than-normal summer forecast

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Long-range summer forecasts have been issued and they point to warmer and drier condtions compared to average, as Simon King explains

Putin remains uncompromising on Ukraine, but is public discourse on war changing in Russia?

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Russia is intensifying attacks in Ukraine but more than four years of war are causing concern even among Putin loyalists.

Three quarters of workers not on track for 'moderate' pension income, report suggests

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

A newly-published report suggests a moderate lifestyle in retirement costs £32,700 for one person and £45,400 for two.

Puffin and bumblebee among 18 creatures shortlisted to feature on banknotes

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

The Bank of England is asking the public which animals should appear on future banknotes.

Never any doubt about Knight's England spot - Edwards

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

England head coach Charlotte Edwards praises Heather Knight's resilience after the former captain's timely return to form before the T20 World Cup.

Search operation launched after fishing boat sinks

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

One person was rescued by a local boat and there is an ongoing operation on Carlingford Lough to recover the second person.

Man Utd agree £35m fee for Atalanta's Ederson

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Atalanta's Brazilian midfielder Ederson is set to become Michael Carrick's first signing after Manchester United agreed a £35m deal for the 26-year-ol…

Ex-BBC presenter John Humphrys on being drunk during live Nixon resignation report

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

The former Today presenter has released a new podcast in which he talks about growing up in Cardiff.

Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US.

US says it fired missile at Iran-bound oil tanker

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

The US military says the vessel's engine room was hit after the crew "ignored repeated warnings".

Keane v O'Neill: Celtic's big decision?

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Martin O'Neill and Robbie Keane are reportedly the main contenders to become Celtic manager next season.

Brilliant Capsey seals series win and gives England selection poser

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Alice Capsey leaves England with a huge selection call and Heather Knight finds form as England sign off for the T20 World Cup with victory over India…

White House Correspondents' Dinner rescheduled after shooting incident

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

The annual dinner, which was held in April this year, was interrupted when a gunman stormed a security checkpoint.

Microsoft says new quantum chip 1,000 times more reliable than predecessor

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

The tech giant predicts it will have a quantum computer that can solve commercially useful problems by the end of the decade.

Newscast

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Starmer says he 'felt sick' watching footage of Henry Nowak's arrest.

'Whole of Ukraine is in grief' after attacks, but life in Kyiv goes on

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Residents of the capital are shocked to see their neighbourhoods devastated by Russian attacks as they emerge from underground shelters.

Key moments from police bodycam footage

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

BBC Verify has analysed bodycam footage that was released by the police of Henry Nowak after being stabbed by Vickrum Digwa.

No more delayed flag? Fifa adds new offside tech for World Cup

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

The delayed offside flag could almost become a thing of the past after Fifa unveiled new technology to be used at the 2026 World Cup.

Henry Nowak arrest footage raises 'serious questions for police', PM says

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Sir Keir Starmers says the question of "how accusations of racism informed decision making" must be addressed.

Starmer uses disappearing messages on his phone, No 10 confirms

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

A batch of messages between ministers and Lord Mandelson were published on Monday - but there were only a few from the prime minister.

'Difficult' day for passengers due to Tube strike

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Transport for London apologises as commuters face another planned walkout on Thursday.

Reform Makerfield candidate admits making 'crass' comments in past

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Robert Kenyon says he was not involved in politics when he made remarks unearthed during the campaign.

King told me Post Office scandal was 'dreadful', says oldest victim

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.

King told me Post Office scandal was 'dreadful', says oldest victim

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.

Konate close to joining Real Madrid after Liverpool exit

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

France defender Ibrahima Konate is in advanced talks with Real Madrid about joining the La Liga club on a free transfer.

Married at First Sight UK allegations 'deeply disturbing', says watchdog

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Ofcom says it is taking the the allegations against the Channel 4 programme "very seriously".

Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US.

British couple lose Iran jail sentence appeal, family says

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 during a global motorbike journey.

South West Water fined £1.8m over Devon parasite outbreak

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Four people were hospitalised and there were more than 140 cases of sickness and diarrhoea in Devon.

Silva to leave Fulham as he closes in on Benfica move

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Fulham manager Marco Silva confirms he will leave the Cottagers after five years in charge, with the 48-year-old close to agreeing a deal to take over…

Bellingham is No 10 in England World Cup squad

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

England's squad numbers for the World Cup have been announced - but how much do the choices hint at Thomas Tuchel's thinking?

Kostyuk dedicates historic win to Ukraine

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Marta Kostyuk dedicates her match against compatriot Elina Svitolina to Ukraine after becoming the first woman from her nation to reach the singles se…

Ukraine rescuers pull dead from rubble after Russian strikes kill 22 people

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

An eight-year-old boy killed in a strike on an apartment block are among the dead, officials say.

Bashir returns to England team for first Test

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Spinner Shoaib Bashir is backed as England’s first-choice spinner for the first Test against New Zealand after being overlooked for the entire Ashes s…

Police bodycam shows officers handcuffing stabbed student as he lay dying

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Henry Nowak was handcuffed after his killer Vickrum Digwa lied and claimed he was racially abused by the teen.

Murrell used fake invoices to cover up £400,000 spending spree

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

The former SNP chief executive is facing a lengthy jail sentence after admitting embezzling funds from the party.

British couple lose Iran jail sentence appeal, family says

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 during a global motorbike journey.

England's Archer may not be ready for second Test

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Jofra Archer may not be ready to play for England in the second Test against New Zealand after missing the first following his stint at the Indian Pre…

More black men to benefit from prostate cancer screening trial

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Experts are trying to find the best way to screen for prostate cancer, since blood tests alone are not accurate enough for most men.

More black men to benefit from prostate cancer screening trial

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Experts are trying to find the best way to screen for prostate cancer, since blood tests alone are not accurate enough for most men.

Severely disabled people can now consent to care arrangements, Supreme Court rules

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

The judgement, which was triggered by a case brought by the Attorney General for Northern Ireland, will apply across the UK.

Does Southampton Spygate boss Eckert deserve a second chance?

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

BBC Sport explores the future of Southampton manager Tonda Eckert after he admitted his role in the Spygate scandal.

Five questions left unanswered by the Mandelson files

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

A second batch of files relating to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador has been released.

Idris Elba and Torvill and Dean receive honours at Windsor Castle

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Actress and comic Meera Syal was among the other stars to receive honours from King Charles on Tuesday.

Idris Elba and Torvill and Dean receive honours at Windsor Castle

BBC World • Jun 2, 2026

Actress and comic Meera Syal was among the other stars to receive honours from King Charles on Tuesday.

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