A new IFS study reveals startling differences in lifetime earnings across university courses, from £400k benefit in medicine to potential losses in creative arts.

As France records its hottest day ever, politicians are reevaluating air‑conditioning – a move that splits left and right and raises concerns over energy use.

Brent crude falls below $72 for first time since Iran war, with shipping lanes opening and U.S. sanctions easing.

Operation Metro Surge left lingering trauma, economic damage, and a perpetual sense of uncertainty among Minnesota’s immigrant community.

AI firm Anthropic alleges Alibaba used a massive distillation attack to harvest its Claude model, threatening U.S. tech dominance.

Cities across Europe are responding to soaring temperatures with cool‑down shelters, chalked windows and free cinema tickets to keep residents safe and comfortable.

Qantas will launch a nonstop 22‑hour route from Sydney to London in 2027, charging 20% more than traditional connections. Public opinion on extra fares heats up.

Japan hikes visa costs fivefold, raising single-entry fees to 15,000 ¥ and multi-entry to 30,000 ¥ as authorities aim to match international standards.

US singer‑songwriter Oliver Tree's body arrives home, as family honours his final wish to launch a charity foundation.

A devastating blaze at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach resort in Bayahibe killed an Italian guest and evacuated nearly 1,700 travelers.

The new head‑to‑head tiebreaker and a revival of the third‑placed playoff may turn the final week of World Cup group stages into a game of chance rather than skill.

A 17‑year‑old recounts the unforgettable day at the Azteca Stadium that turned a World Cup match into a global legend.

A Cape Verde fan erupts with joy during a live BBC broadcast when his team scores its first World Cup goal against Uruguay in 2026.

A Cape Verde fan erupts in joy during a live BBC segment as his nation scores its first World Cup goal in 2026, marking a historic moment.

Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi roasts 94 runs in just 29 balls, setting a new record for the fastest half‑century in List‑A cricket.

Japanese pop group XG braves five‑year training, viral hits and a bold gender‑identity announcement to become a global sensation.

Scammers cash in on BTS comeback tour ticket frenzy, losing fans tens of thousands in Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines.

US‑born pop artist Oliver Tree’s body returned to California after a fatal helicopter crash in Brazil, as family honors his final wish with a charitable foundation.

A rare double union in Nigeria sees two sets of twins marry in one joyous ceremony in Ibadan.

The music industry mourns the loss of Clive Davis, the executive who launched the careers of Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and many others.

British hygiene brand apologises after a Chinese ad aiming to condemn sexism backfires, leading to boycott calls and social‑media outrage.

The U.K. is set to outlaw social‑media access for users under 16, prompting questions whether the U.S. should adopt similar restrictions.

A 17‑year‑old recounts the unforgettable day at the Azteca Stadium that turned a World Cup match into a global legend.

A Dettol commercial meant to critique gender stereotypes in China backfired, leading to calls for boycotts and a company apology.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump accused Italian PM Giorgia Meloni of begging for an on‑stage photo at the G7, igniting a sharp political exchange.

Twin earthquakes devastate Venezuela amid political turmoil, prompting President Delcy Rodríguez to call for unity and international aid.

The Philippines temporarily blocks the violent game Gorebox following a 2026 high‑school shooting that killed three people and wounded 20.

Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala admits guilt in a plea deal that could result in an eight‑year sentence while he turns whistle‑blower against high‑ranking police officials.

Heatwave sweeps from Spain, France and the UK to Germany and the Czech Republic, prompting extreme conditions and France’s highest health alert to protect vulnerable populations.

Ryanair’s family seating policy changes after CMA scrutiny, letting parents seat next to children without extra fee in a move seen as a ‘minor tweak’ by the airline.

Heatwave sweeps from Spain, France and the UK to Germany and the Czech Republic, prompting extreme conditions and France’s highest health alert to protect vulnerable populations.

A French doctor returns from a humanitarian mission in DR Congo and tests positive for Ebola, sparking alert in Europe amid ongoing outbreak.

France’s scorching 40°C heatwave fuels a fierce debate: right‑wing leaders push EU‑wide AC, while left‑wing activists grapple with climate‑fresh solutions.

A Sydney mother bitten by a shark at Coogee Beach wakes momentarily after a week in critical care, sparking hope for her recovery.

France confirms first European Ebola case after a doctor returned from Congo, with authorities reassuring low risk.

AI firm Anthropic alleges Alibaba used a massive distillation attack to harvest its Claude model, threatening U.S. tech dominance.

After a 15‑year‑old shooter and a 14‑year‑old suspect linked to a violent game, Manila’s cyber‑security team temporarily blocked Gorebox and launched a probe.

Kunal Shah, founder of Cred, is appointed head of Meta’s WhatsApp, marking a landmark for Indian entrepreneurship and the brand’s pivot into payments and AI.

This year’s Stanford commencement saw a student walkout when AI tech leaders talked, sparking a debate on the future of artificial intelligence in Silicon Valley.

Alibaba challenges Pentagon’s 1260H label that ties it to China’s military, arguing it serves only civilian commerce and cloud services.