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Celebrated British artist David Hockney dies aged 88
Hockney, one of the UK's most important and influential artists, has died at the age of 88.

Ministers want 60% of children walking or cycling to school by 2035
Thousands of safer paths and crossings are promised to help people become more active in England's towns and cities.

Grooming survivors left with criminal records still being failed, BBC told
Victims who were abused and prosecuted as children are still being failed, says grooming report author.

Donaldson denies meeting sex abuse accuser to 'nip in the bud' allegations
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, including one count of rape, all of which he denies.

London council takes possession of property linked to Sierra Leone's First Lady
Southwark Council in south London takes possession of a property linked to Sierra Leone's Fatima Bio.

Taylor Swift makes tearful 21-minute speech as she joins Songwriters Hall of Fame
The singer thanks her family as she becomes the youngest woman to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

My friends always want to split the bill equally, how do I say no?
It is never easy to speak up when a fellow diner says "let's just divide it!"

Israeli tech firm accused of targeting First Minister John Swinney in election
Accounts linked to tech firm BlackCore are alleged to have carried out 'digital interference operations' against John Swinney.

'No-one knows it's on' - NBA Finals feed US World Cup apathy
With the World Cup under way, how excited are people across the United States - and do they even know it is on?

From near death to tournament hero - Jimenez's tears for Mexico
From nearly dying on the pitch to scoring for Mexico at the World Cup - Raul Jimenez has completed a remarkable comeback.

Bollywood star prepares for Canada's opening ceremony with song of unity
The Canadian-born artist will be performing her official Fifa song at the Toronto opening ceremony.

The World Cup of adverts: How brands are competing to entertain, not simply sell
Kim Kardashian, Timothée Chalamet and Susan Boyle feature in ambitious ads ahead of the World Cup.

Tartan Army feels the heat in Boston as World Cup kicks off
Visitors are facing 31C temperatures in the city, with the soaring heat expected to continue into Saturday when Scotland's men face Haiti.

'I've never been this good' – revolutionary immune reset puts lupus in remission
Patients on the trial have not needed medication to manage their condition.

British artist David Hockney's life in pictures
The Bradford-born artist, who has died at 88, was one of the most influential artists of the modern era.

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.

'I spent uni savings on getting my teeth fixed' - the real cost of NHS dentist shortage
People tell BBC Your Voice the rising cost of private dentistry is putting them in a difficult position.

Palestinian anger at rise in Israeli demolitions in East Jerusalem
Palestinian homes are being pulled down in occupied East Jerusalem to make way for a park.

Weekly quiz: Which Sesame Street character got in trouble with New Yorkers?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

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.

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.

Nineteen now arrested over Northern Ireland disorder with house targeted in arson
Thursday night was relatively quiet although police say an arson attack in north Belfast is linked to the disorder.

Summer warmth to return for weekend but heatwave chances fade
After a wet start to June it will be drier and warmer for the weekend, as Ben Rich explains.

UK signals it may block payout to British Steel owner
Chinese firm Jingye is seeking compensation after the government decided to nationalise the company.

Families mark a year since Air India crash with vigils and prayers
Family members of victims visited the crash site, carrying portraits of the loved ones they lost last year.

Our sons are playing for two different countries at the World Cup
Jack and Heather Souttar are heading to the US to support their sons, who play for Scotland and Australia.

Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies after more than three years in coma
Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the king's eldest daughter, collapsed in December 2022 while exercising her dogs.

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Why Has Defence Secretary John Healey Resigned?
Defence Secretary John Healey resigns in latest blow to Starmer.

The Democrats fight back Trump-style in Maine… but have they messed up?
New scandals and allegations emerge against Democrat Graham Platner in Maine

Williamson ends New Zealand career during series with England
Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson - his country's all-time leading run-scorer - retires from all international cricket with immediate effect.

Gasly's Monaco third place reinstated after appeal
Pierre Gasly is reinstated into third place in the Monaco Grand Prix, after the stewards rescind the two penalties he received for pit-lane speeding.