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World News Headlines
- Andreeva wins French Open as Chwalinska fairytale ends
on June 6, 2026Teenager Mirra Andreeva fulfils her huge potential with a first Grand Slam title as Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska is denied a fairytale French Open victory.
- US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire
on June 6, 2026The US military strikes Iranian drones and radar sites and Tehran says it has targeted US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
- Ukrainian drones target St Petersburg in attack Russia calls 'unprecedented'
on June 6, 2026The city's governor urges residents to remain indoors for the first time since the beginning of the war.
- Iran says staff blocked from entering US after players given World Cup visas
on June 6, 2026Iranian officials say technical staff have been denied visas, hours after the US said players could enter the country.
- Lebanon says three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on car
on June 6, 2026The Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.
- Man dies after shark attack in Western Australia, police say
on June 6, 2026The man was spearfishing off Michaelmas Island with his family, according to local reports.
- Tributes to Buffy and Ted Lasso star Anthony Head after death aged 72
on June 6, 2026The British actor, who also appeared in Merlin and Little Britain, died of complications from pneumonia.
- Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government
on June 6, 2026Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third term despite falling domestic support.
- Canada bans Texas cattle over flesh-eating screwworm outbreak in US
on June 6, 2026The ban came as a second infected calf was identified in Texas, and the US state declaring a state of disaster over the outbreak.
- Giant banquets rile radical left in France
on June 6, 2026The feasting phenomenon run by Le Canon Français has become a hot political issue.
- Rumours and speculation as fans forecast date of Taylor Swift's wedding
on June 6, 2026Swifties worldwide are looking for clues about the superstar's nuptials to American football star Travis Kelce.
- I wanted to quit Eurovision twice - then won it, says Bangaranga singer Dara
on June 5, 2026The Bulgarian singer says her historic victory in Vienna came close to never happening.
- The cash-in-the-sofa saga that just won't go away for South Africa's president
on June 5, 2026A committee of MPs has been formed to look at the case against Cyril Ramaphosa, but he may survive a vote.
- Palestinian baby killed by Israeli gunfire in West Bank, health ministry says
on June 5, 2026The Israeli military says Friday's "incident is under review", expressing "deep sorrow for any harm caused".
- A sari for Mars: Outfit worn by Indian 'rocket woman' at US museum
on June 5, 2026Isro scientist Nandini Harinath wore the sari on the "single most critical day" of India's Mars mission.
- Why are devastating mice plagues happening in Australia?
on June 5, 2026Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents - and it’s costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars.
- Fall in official Ebola numbers appears to be good news but it's not that simple
on June 5, 2026There are now 380 confirmed cases of Ebola in DR Congo, far lower than initial estimates of suspected cases, writes Fergus Walsh.
- US stocks slump as fears over Big Tech shake Wall Street
on June 5, 2026The Nasdaq saw its biggest daily fall since early 2025.
- Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt
on June 5, 2026Russian attempt to repair tunnel area sparks safe-haven procedure for five other astronauts onboard.
- Everest guide survived six-day ordeal by eating chocolate and 'chewing ice'
on June 5, 2026Dawa Sherpa was spotted alive by a cleaning crew as he slid slowly down the world's tallest mountain and spoke to the BBC from hospital.
- From Nescafe to Ted Lasso: Anthony Head's life in pictures
on June 5, 2026Anthony Head, who first came to public attention for his role in 1980s Nescafe ads, has died at the age of 72.
- Putin says there is 'no point' meeting Zelensky over ending Ukraine war
on June 5, 2026The Russian president's refusal comes after his Ukrainian counterpart wrote an open letter calling for face-to-face talks.
- Norway's crown princess on lung transplant waiting list, palace says
on June 5, 2026Mette-Marit's condition, which stiffens the lungs, making it hard to breathe, has deteriorated, the royal household says.
- Hospitality jobs boom as US prepares for World Cup
on June 5, 2026It is the third month in a row US jobs figures have beaten expectations.
- Nearly 50 people die of thirst in Sahara desert after lorry breaks down
on June 5, 2026Only two survived after trekking more than 50km (30 miles) across the desert to alert the authorities.
- Three jailed over heist of ancient golden helmet from Dutch museum
on June 5, 2026The men are sentenced to 47 months each for stealing the 2,500-year-old Romanian Coțofenești helmet.
- Ukraine strikes cargo ships and admits Romania drone blast
on June 5, 2026Ukraine says it struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and in coastal waters of Russian-occupied territories.
- Is there an AI stock market bubble, and is it ready to burst?
on June 5, 2026Despite the Iran war, inflation and debt fears, US markets keep hitting record highs, fueled largely by AI. BBC's Samira Hussain looks into whether that bubble will burst.
- Fury in France after child murder suspect's criminal record released
on June 5, 2026A man suspected of murdering an 11-year-old girl had previously been identified as a potential child molester, records show.
- US journalist pleads guilty to working as China's agent
on June 5, 2026Thomas Weir Pauken II, 50, knowingly worked with people employed by the Chinese government for years.