Air conditioning creates political divide after France records hottest dayFrance is being forced to re-think its longstanding reservations about air-conditioning as temperatures soar. 1 hr agoEuropeClean sweep for Mamdani-backed candidates in New York's Democratic primary Brad Lander unseats Dan Goldman in a race that laid bare the city's divisions over the Israel-Gaza war. 2 hrs agoUS & CanadaCongress passes war powers measure for first time, breaking with Trump over IranThe resolution passed on Tuesday was largely symbolic, but it adds to pressure on the White House to end the conflict once and for all.11 hrs agoUS & CanadaStanford graduates rethink their futures as AI transforms techThe BBC spoke with Stanford University graduates about what they really think about artificial intelligence.16 hrs agoUS & CanadaWhat does it mean to be an American in 2026?The BBC asked citizens across the United States about their identity ahead of the country's 250th anniversary.10 hrs agoUS & CanadaTen years on, Brexit's economic impact is becoming clearerA decade ago, many economists argued the UK would sustain longer-term economic damage by leaving the EU. So what did happen?16 hrs agoBBC InDepthGTA 6 will cost $80 - and physical edition will not contain a discRockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game.3 hrs agoTechnologyOnly from the BBCHow brutally tortured 3rd-Century saint Sebastian became a gay iconA Roman soldier who was killed for his Christian beliefs, Saint Sebastian has been a hero for gay men over the centuries – from Oscar Wilde to Keith Haring. Here's why.A British etiquette expert's tips on hotel mannersFrom being noisy in corridors to thieving toiletries, William Hanson reveals the hotel habits that horrify him most.Weather and ClimateFrom cool-down spots to chalk on windows: How Europe is coping with the heatPeople across the continent are taking measures to cope with the searing temperatures gripping Europe.The risk of a 'super' El Niño is rising. Here's what it means for North AmericaThe Pacific weather event will have far-reaching impacts across hurricane season, food harvests and weather in the US and Canada in the coming months.What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstrokeKnow the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.How to exercise safely in hot weatherScientists say it is important to find ways to exercise when temperatures soar to protect your long-term health. Here's how you can keep going when things hot up.Discover the WorldInside James Turrell's 100th and most ambitious SkyspaceThe BBC gets access to James Turrell's highly anticipated new Skyspace, housed in a striking dome in Denmark.See moreRecommended AudioThe Global StoryThe kid-fluencers selling younger looking skinSaveGlobal News PodcastLebanon won't accept any deal unless Israeli troops withdrawSaveYou're Dead to MeAnnouncing Series 12SaveThe Documentary PodcastBrexit Ten Years On (part 2)SaveThe InterviewPatricia Cornwell, novelist: Imagination saved meSaveBusiness DailyFounders: Duolingo's billionaire boss on rejecting Bill GatesSaveWitness HistorySid the seagull and the Slip Slop Slap campaignSaveWitness HistoryBrexit: Ireland watches the vote unfoldSaveThe Documentary PodcastBrexit Ten Years On (part 1)SaveBusiness DailyFollow the money: The chips powering AISaveDocumentariesBrexit: A Very British Civil War20262 episodesTV-MAThe turbulent story of the political battles, debates and division that culminated in the consequential 2016 Brexit referendum.View seriesMore newsPower outages hit France as record heatwave set to peakAbout 68,000 homes in Brittany have been affected, with electricity unlikely to be fully restored until Wednesday night.1 hr agoEuropeUN nuclear chief says inspectors will visit Iran sites as part of war dealRafael Grossi says the IAEA is "working on modalities" but an Iranian minister says such access would only be part of a final deal with the US.2 hrs agoWorldScotland primed for game of their lives against fallible BrazilScotland don't know what they need against Brazil to reach the World Cup knockout phase, but will know they need to improve on the previous two games, writes Tom English. 9 hrs agoScotland MenFrench woman allegedly held captive by husband for 12 years rescued in PakistanYasmina alleges she was held along with her five children, and they were all cut off from the outside world.6 hrs agoAsiaFrance confirms first Ebola caseThe French doctor had been working in DR Congo, where more than 260 people are known to have died.4 hrs agoWorldSydney woman wakes from induced coma more than a week after shark attackLeah Stewart, 34, had one of her arms amputated after she was bitten while swimming at Coogee Beach.13 hrs agoAustraliaAnisimova plots Wimbledon sequel with happier endingMany wondered how long it would take Amanda Anisimova to recover from last year's Wimbledon final. About six weeks was the answer.9 hrs agoTennisWorld CupEngland to face Scotland? World Cup knockout stage as it standsUse BBC Sport's projections tool with in-game updates to plot your country's route through the World Cup knockouts.World Cup's best matches, moments, goals & players so far - rankedAfter two rounds of fixtures, BBC Sport ranks the best matches, moments, players and goals of the World Cup so far.'I'm back': Record-breaking Ronaldo answers critics Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo provides the perfect response to those that doubted him as he becomes the first player to score at six World Cups. Spence appears not to shake hands with ParteyFootage circulating on social media appears to show England's Djed Spence not shaking hands with Ghana's Thomas Partey before their World Cup group match in Boston.Must watch'They were very passive': England fans lament Ghana drawEngland remain top of Group L, but will now have to wait until their game against Panama to ensure qualification for the World Cup knockout phase.EnglandTemperatures hit record levels in western EuropeFrance, Spain and Italy, have been hardest hit by the heatwave so far.EuropeFootball fans celebrate in Ghana after draw with EnglandGhana correspondent Thomas Naadi reports from Black Star Square in Accra.AfricaHow Washington DC's Reflecting Pool became a global talking pointPresident Trump says the pool is probably going to be drained again, two weeks after a multi-million dollar renovation was completed.US & Canada'We're begging': Savannah Guthrie pleads for help as details of her mother's case emerge Savannah Guthrie spoke on NBC's Today show about a note sent to the media in February regarding her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie, which claimed she had died.US & CanadaWhy was JD Vance in a luxury Swiss resort for talks with Iran?BBC correspondent Jessica Parker explains some key points of the direct talks between the US vice-president and Iran.Middle EastWhat does Trump want from a new UK prime minister?The US president was once considered to have a close friendship with Keir Starmer, but that quickly fell apart with the war in Iran.US & CanadaA day of big changes and mixed emotions for LabourAndy Burnham is sworn in as MP for Makerfield hours after Keir Starmer announces his resignation as Labour Party leader.PoliticsKeeping tabsWhy this could be the beginning of the end for your screensSome tech leaders have a vision for a world where you spend a lot less time looking at your phone. Is it the solution to screen time, or just a new dystopia?US & Canada NewsEight sentenced to 450 years in prison over anti-ICE riot where officer was shotAn officer was shot in the neck during the Texas disorder by "Antifa Cell operatives", prosecutors said.Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba sues US government over defence blacklistMontreal shooting suspect identified as 25-year-old from AlbertaRansom note claims Nancy Guthrie died after abductionMore World NewsKenya to charge students with murder over deadly school fireSixteen pupils, aged between 15 and 18, died when a fire broke out in a dormitory at Utumishi Girls' School last month.Here's how Rubio's Mideast trip could affect the Iran dealCross border rail passengers warned of further delaysDecriminalise all personal use drug possession, Irish committee saysBusinessTrump accuses oil firms of price gouging at petrol pumpsThe president's remarks come as global oil prices have fallen but remain higher than before the US-Israel war with Iran.Council tax debt rises to £9bn but here's how you can get helpWhy are there holiday delay warnings over the EU's new border system?Who could be the UK's next chancellor?TechnologyKunal Shah: The Indian entrepreneur taking charge of WhatsAppKunal Shah has been a recognisable figure in India's startup ecosystem for a while but now he faces global spotlight.Meta halts worker tracking for AI training due to privacy fearsHow 100 hospitals switched to pen and paper to defeat a national cyber-attackWhy an AI company cleaned my New York City apartment for freeLatest Sport audio606World Cup 606 - England Goalless Against GhanaSaveFootball DailyWorld Cup: England stall against Ghana – 5 Live ReactionSaveMore than the ScoreWorld Cup 2026: Is Canada a soccer nation now?SaveFootball DailyWorld Cup: England, Ronaldo & Humble PieSaveMore than the ScoreWorld Cup 2026: Messi makes historySaveTest Match SpecialDrones, toupees, and trees: Ask the umpire with Ian Gould.SaveFootball DailyWorld Cup: Thomas Tuchel & Declan Rice ahead of Ghana matchSaveFootball DailyWorld Cup: Messi, Mbappe, Haaland & Jamie FoxxSaveSportLIVEWorld Cup: Are Scotland good enough to progress?All the latest news as Scotland bid for history against Brazil and three others games take place on the first night of final deciding group games.Tuchel's England are opposite to Southgate's - and built to beat top teamsStokes reveals 'highest pressure' of England captaincySpurs' Tonali hunt shows chasm Newcastle must bridgeHealthHow often should you brush your hair?The secret to luscious locks depends on everything from your hair type to the design of your comb.'Pregorexia': The hidden danger facing expectant mothersHow weight lifting can help you stay healthier as you ageWhat the penis can reveal about a man's healthCultureJesy Nelson 'outraged' after MPs debate muscle condition that affects her twinsThe singer says children face a "postcode lottery", as testing for the disease is staggered.10 of the best TV shows to watch this JulyAshley Cain says he's 'not proud' of sexist languageClive Davis, music mogul behind Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, dies aged 94TravelThe snake-wrangling 84-year-old who lives on a remote islandOnce called the "wildest woman in America", this fearless knife-wielding naturalist has lived off the land for 53 years, fighting to preserve Cumberland Island for future travellers.The places fighting to be taken off the World Heritage ListWhat life is like in the world's safest countries for 2026Why travellers are exploring Europe after darkWatchThe haunting mask that hints at the Aztec empire's fateA striking jewel-encrusted Aztec mask depicts the deadly disease that reshaped the fate of the empire.See moreArtsThe five details that unlock the genius of Van Gogh's original 'starry night' Vincent van Gogh transformed an ordinary city square into something special with his first "starry night" painting in 1888. Here's how he did it, and what it means.Why David Hockney's 1967 masterpiece is newly poignant after his death'A dark and violent scene': The 1927 painting that foretold Germany's downfallThe woman 'who beat Disney by a decade'EarthThe Amazon farms that feed a community - then disappearFor 4,500 years, indigenous communities have grown food in plots that turn back into rainforest. What can the world learn from this ancient system?Why rescuing a stranded whale could do more harm than goodThis Bond film set is a hotel - but only for astronomers'The deep sea will come to me': The diver photographing creatures of the deepVideoExtreme traveller recounts brush with death in AfricaDanish adventurer Thor Pedersen set himself a challenge to visit 1,001 regions around the world in his lifetime.The hunt for 'dark' vessels exploiting the world's oceansWhat animal deities reveal about Cleopatra's fading powerThe man who visited every country on Earth without flyingWorld's Table10 winning pictures from the World Food Photography Awards 2026From a Soviet-era sanatorium to a floating market in Bangladesh, this year's World Food Photography Awards capture the many ways food shapes daily life around the world.Why Sri Lankans hand out free food to strangers on the side of the roadThe prized Chinese green tea that can cost $8,800 per kilogramWhich country can claim steak?Discover More from the BBCIn History See the past come to life through the BBC's unique archive, in your inbox every Thursday.Download the BBC appClick here to download the BBC app for Apple and Android devices.Stream the best of British TVEndlessly entertaining. Delightfully different. Enjoy worlds of wit, mystery and drama with BritBox.Health FixTrusted insights for better health and wellbeing rooted in science, every Wednesday to your inbox.Register for a BBC accountDon't have time to read everything right now? Your BBC account lets you save articles and videos for later. Sign up for The Essential ListThe week's best stories, handpicked by BBC editors, in your inbox every Tuesday and Friday.