Saturday, June 13, 2026 8:41 AM ET
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Switzerland to vote on plan to cap population at 10 million -- The right-wing Swiss People's Party calls the plan a "sustainability initiative", but opponents say it is a recipe for chaos.3 hours ago
US kills leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang in airstrike, Trump says -- Niño Guerrero was killed in a "swift and lethal kinetic strike," the US President wrote in a social media post.2 hours ago
Married at First Sight Australia stars not told partners had drug and violence convictions -- Stars of the hit TV show say they did not know their on-screen husbands had previous convictions.7 hours ago
Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debut -- Musk is now worth $1.11tn according to the Bloomberg rich list, while SpaceX listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with a value of $2.2tn.14 hours ago
Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa -- Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remaining on concourses.14 hours ago
Warner Bros $111bn sale to Paramount approved by US justice department -- The approval marks a key development in the merger that will reshape media, allowing the continue of the takeover of the Hollywood studio, which owns CNN and HBO.9 hours ago
King leads tributes to 'giant of the art world' David Hockney -- The artist, who has died at the age of 88, "was one of life's true originals", King Charles says.18 hours ago
French town buries murdered child as questions mount over police failings -- The prime suspect in the killing of Lyhanna, 11, was reported to police nine months prior but never questioned.20 hours ago
More time needed for deadly Air India crash inquiry, officials say -- A statement says "significant progress" has been made into investigating the crash, in which 260 people died a year ago.21 hours ago
South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss -- The taunting reflects anger from parts of the continent over reports of xenophobia in South Africa.1 day ago
David Hockney depicted a 'peaceful, gay paradise' when homosexuality was a crime -- The painter broke social taboos by celebrating same-sex relationships in his art.2 hours ago
The college scam that promised students fleeing war a new life in Finland -- BBC speaks to students from war-torn Myanmar who say they were cheated after paying to study abroad.2 hours ago
Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever -- From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.1 day ago
What do Puerto Ricans think of the viral song about their homeland? -- People from Puerto Rico reflect on how the catchy tune has attracted attention to where they live.20 hours ago
'I will come home safely': Indian sailor's last words to wife before a US strike killed him -- Patnala Suresh and his wife were looking forward to celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary this month.1 day ago
The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup -- The World Cup officially kicked off this week - but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.5 hours ago
Niagara Falls: Is there a better spot to watch a World Cup game? -- Football fans gathered at a FIFA World Cup watch party at Niagara Falls for the Canadian and USA teams' opening matches.11 hours ago
Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup? -- All three leaders of the North America host nations have missed the tournament opening matches.6 hours ago
Watch: Four UFO videos newly declassified by US government -- The eyewitness footage shows bright orbs in the sky over an undisclosed location in the northeastern US.21 hours ago
Flip flop or deliberate? - Unpacking Trump's strategy on Iran -- The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the US president's mixed messaging over the war and the questions it raises.1 day ago
Israel carries out air strikes on Lebanon, state media says, as Iran claims deal with US near -- The strikes come as Iran's foreign minister says a deal to end fighting with the US is close.1 hour ago
ICE detains wife of US veteran in latest detention of military spouse -- Arelys Barahona Martinez was arrested during a check-in, her husband, retired Staff Sgt Warren Trujillo, told the BBC17 hours ago
One dead and at least 10 others wounded in Texas shooting -- There are 11 known victims, local officials said, and the gunman is deceased.18 hours ago
Trump 'anti-weaponisation' fund indefinitely blocked as judge wants guarantee it's abandoned -- The proposed "anti-weaponisation" fund was announced to settle a lawsuit by Trump against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns.18 hours ago
Mother finds body of missing son two days after Kenya's Ebola quarantine centre protests -- Sylvester Muigai Ndung'u was in Nanyuki to fetch a school uniform on Tuesday, his mother says.19 hours ago