Blinken says US will ‘always be there’ for Israel
The US secretary of state also urges restraint as concerns mount for civilians caught in crossfire....
France bans all pro-Palestinian demonstrations
The move comes as European governments fear a rise in antisemitism triggered by the Israel-Hamas war....
US House paralysed as Scalise scrambles for votes
House Republicans are unsure whether their choice for Speaker has earned enough support in the party....
International Olympic Committee suspends Russian Olympic Committee ‘with immediate effect’
The Russian Olympic Committee has been suspended “with immediate effect”, according to the International Olympic Committee....
Bernie Ecclestone pleads guilty to fraud
The ex-F1 boss is given a suspended sentence and will pay back £653m to HMRC over a tax case....
California player wins $1.76bn Powerball jackpot
A single ticket, sold north of Los Angeles, is the second-largest lottery win in history....
Gabon coup: Wife of deposed President Ali Bongo detained
Sylvia Bongo was under house arrest, but a judge says she should be held in jail ahead of a trial....
Eras Tour: Watch what happened at Taylor Swift’s film premiere
The star greeted fans for the world premiere of the film Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour in Los Angeles....
Hollywood strike: Talks between actors and studios break down
The suspension of negotiations means production will remain paused for some shows and movies....
Poland election: Bitter campaign splits country ahead of key vote
It’s seen as the most important vote since communism’s end in 1989. What direction will Poland take?...