Thursday, April 30, 2026

Five takeaways from the King's historic address to Congress

There were some lines in the speech that may have buoyed Democrats – and raised eyebrows in the White House.

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Canada's Carney launches a sovereign wealth fund. What is it?

The fund - which Canadians can invest in directly - will help pay for major infrastructure projects in the country, the prime minister says.

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Tuesday, April 28, 2026

'Are we about to die': Performer describes locking eyes with Trump as they ducked for cover

Oz Pearlman - a self-described "mentalist" - was speaking to Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and press secretary Karoline Leavitt as the attack happened.

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What to expect as Trump hosts the King

King Charles's trip to the US comes at a time of strained relations between Washington and London over the Iran war.

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Monday, April 27, 2026

Trump said RFK Jr could run 'wild' with health policy. Instead he's reined him in

Some MAHA voters are frustrated with Kennedy's concessions on key issues, as he pivots away from vaccines.

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With presidents, cowboys and A-listers - King Charles in US over the years

The British monarch returns to the US on Monday, a country he has been visiting for decades.

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Trump and officials 'likely' targets of press dinner shooting suspect, authorities believe

The suspect is expected to be charged with assault of a federal officer and using a firearm during a crime of violence, officials have said.

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Sunday, April 26, 2026

US justice department drops probe into Fed chairman Jerome Powell

President Donald Trump had accused Powell of improper cost overruns in renovating the Fed's building.

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Epstein survivor: Meeting the King would be a 'grand step'

A Buckingham Palace source confirmed the Royals will not meet with survivors of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during their state visit to the US.

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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Raiders take Mendoza with first pick of NFL Draft

Mendoza is just third player in history to be a Heisman Trophy winner, a national champion and the first overall draft pick in the same year.

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Friday, April 24, 2026

Fire crews thaw rapper Drake’s giant ice installation in Toronto

Officials say the frozen blocks are being melted due to "dangerous and unsafe activities" after they were set up to promote the singer's album.

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US Navy chief leaving post 'effective immediately', Pentagon says

Reports say Phelan, whose role was largely administrative, left amid tension over US shipbuilding.

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Thursday, April 23, 2026

From Epstein to sock puppets: Key takeaways from Kevin Warsh's Fed confirmation hearing

He denied making a deal with Donald Trump on interest rates and backed "policy regime change" at the central bank.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Lori Chavez-DeRemer out as US labour secretary

Lori Chavez-Deremer's tenure leading the department was overshadowed by allegations of wrongdoing.

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Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Why are gray whales dying in San Francisco's waters? US scientists search for clues

Climate change and shifting migration patterns are bringing rare research opportunities and new mysteries.

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US singer D4vd charged with murder stemming from death of missing teenage girl

Prosecutors say the singer, real name David Anthony Burke, could face life in prison due to the nature of the case.

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Monday, April 20, 2026

What does it take to survive in the Arctic? These rangers have an idea

The BBC spent time with the Canadian military in the country's northernmost region - this is what they taught us about dealing with extreme conditions.

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Sunday, April 19, 2026

Watch: Obama and Mamdani sing with children in New York

The former US president and New York City mayor meet for the first time at a child care centre in the Bronx.

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Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering teenage girl

The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.

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All construction of Trump's White House ballroom can resume, appeals court says

Construction is expected to continue at the White House until the next hearing which is due to take place in June.

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Saturday, April 18, 2026

US lawmakers reject measure to block Trump from striking Iran

The measure, a mostly symbolic gesture, lost by a single vote in the closely-divided House of Representatives.

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Officer on horseback chases suspect through New York streets

The suspect was accused of purse-snatching and has been charged with larceny and providing false information.

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Artemis II crew: 'We left as friends - we came back as best friends'

The four crew members gave their first press conference since they splashed down nearly a week ago, and emphasised hope and unity.

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Friday, April 17, 2026

Fifa blamed for $100 World Cup trains from New York

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill accuses Fifa of failing to provide funding, which means fans must foot the bill for high transport costs at the World Cup this summer.

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Thursday, April 16, 2026

Watch: Moment gunman tackled by school principal

CCTV footage shows a high school principal charging towards a former student who was armed in Oklahoma.

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Starmer says he's 'not going to yield' to pressure from Trump on Iran war

It follows a warning from the US president that America's trade deal with the UK "can always be changed".

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Democrats were already scrambling in California's governor race. Then Swalwell dropped out

California Democrats were already fretting about the race due to troubling polls and low name recognition

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The US blockade of Iran is a gamble. Will it work?

The US military is gambling on the blockade denying Iran vital trade - but questions remain on whether the bet will pay off.

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Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Pope Leo responds to Trump, saying he will continue to 'speak out'

Trump attacked the first American leader of the Roman Catholic Church after he condemned the US president's threat against Iran.

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Trump's blockade threat raises risks and leaves predicaments unchanged

The conflict is now a test of wills - Iran’s capacity to absorb strikes versus Trump’s tolerance for the war's costs.

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Monday, April 13, 2026

Manhattan prosecutor investigates abuse claims against congressman Eric Swalwell

The high-profile Democrat, a leading contender in California's governor race, firmly denies the accusations.

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Knifeman calling himself 'Lucifer' slashes three at NYC's Grand Central

Police fatally shot the assailant after he ignored at least 20 demands to drop the weapon, NYPD says.

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Sunday, April 12, 2026

Calls grow for Swalwell to quit California governor race after sexual assault allegations

The Democratic congressman, a leading candidate in the race, has strongly denied the accusations saying he will fight with "facts".

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Melania Trump's speech propels Epstein crisis back to forefront

She has now placed herself squarely into the Epstein story and at odds with the administration, which wants to end the investigation.

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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Dancer with ALS performs on stage again through digital avatar

Breanna Olson said brainwave tech was able to re-establish the expression and connection she felt had gone.

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Has US achieved its war objectives in Iran?

Key US objectives at the start of the war were to stop Iran getting a nuclear weapon and degrading its arsenal.

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Friday, April 10, 2026

'Cold as ice': Serial killer admits to eight murders in case that haunted Long Island for years

Rex Heuermann's plea ends a case that police took 13 years to solve, frustrating the public and victims' family.

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Thursday, April 9, 2026

Best-selling The Housemaid author Freida McFadden reveals true identity

One of the biggest mysteries in publishing is solved, as The Housemaid writer reveals her real name.

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Watch: Pope Leo XIV spins basketball on his finger, with help from Harlem Globetrotters

US exhibition squad, the Harlem Globetrotters, met the pontiff in the Vatican, helping him to spin a basketball on the tip of his finger.

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Artemis crew returning to Earth with 'all the good stuff' from Moon discoveries

The four astronauts said they were returning to Earth with "so many more pictures, so many more stories".

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Key moments in the Gilgo Beach serial killings case

Rex Heuermann has pled guilty in the murder of eight women killed between 1993 and 2010 on Long Island.

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'Ketamine Queen' sentenced to 15 years in Matthew Perry overdose death

Jasveen Sangha was found guilty of selling drugs that killed Friends actor Matthew Perry who had struggled with addiction for years.

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Tuesday, April 7, 2026

'Absolutely spectacular': Artemis II crew see first glimpse of far side of Moon

Astronauts on the Artemis II mission are on the third day of their journey around the far side of the Moon.

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US Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White House

Officials said "a heightened security posture is in place", but no injuries were reported and no suspects had been identified.

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Monday, April 6, 2026

Trump declares victory in Iran war after rescue, but threats to US operation still loom

The rescue could impact how Trump views a ground operation to take Kharg Island or to seize enriched uranium sites.

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'Absolutely spectacular': Artemis II crew see first glimpse of far side of Moon

Astronauts on the Artemis II mission are on the third day of their journey around the far side of the Moon.

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Sunday, April 5, 2026

US and Iran trade threats to unleash 'hell' as search for missing US airman continues

Donald Trump wants Iran to strike a deal and to open the strategic Strait of Hormuz whose closure has led to a spike in oil prices.

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Rescue team in Iran face 'harrowing and dangerous' search for US crew member

A former US marine tells the BBC the priority of any recovery team would be to look for signs of life.

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Saturday, April 4, 2026

Bodycam footage shows moment of Woods arrest

Bodycam footage from the Martin County Sheriff's Office shows the moment Tiger Woods is arrested for driving under the influence after a car crash in Florida.

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Friday, April 3, 2026

Trump leaves key questions unanswered as he seeks to calm nerves over Iran war

There were some glaring omissions in the US president's primetime address, writes the BBC's Gary O'Donoghue.

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Artemis II is in orbit - what happens next?

What are the mission's four astronauts doing and when will they go to the Moon?

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

'Something needs to be done' - Americans struggle as petrol prices surge

The average price at the pump has topped $4 in the US for the first time since 2022 as the Iran war continues to push up fuel prices.

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026

How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island

Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.

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Cuba accuses US of building 'fraudulent case' for military action

Havana's foreign minister says a report that it has acquired attack drones is part of justification for US "aggression". fro...