Science, Technology
Scientist Denies Breaking Rules in Nikon Photo Contest
Nikon holds an annual photo competition called Small World In Motion. It celebrates images of tiny subjects taken using microscopes and special filming techniques.
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Sports
Argentina Plays First Match of a New Era, Without Messi
Argentina's national football team will play its first big match against Bolivia since the end of the Lionel Messi era. The game will take place in the city of Córdoba.
Health, Business
Cheese Recall Across the US After E. Coli Illnesses
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a nationwide recall of cheese products in the United States. The recall is linked to a multistate outbreak of E. coli that has already sickened 13 people.
Politics
Report: Catholic Clergy Abused Nearly 1,000 Children in Massachusetts
A new report from the Massachusetts attorney general's office says more than 270 Catholic clergy sexually abused nearly 1,000 children.
Sports, Politics
English Players Urged to Reconsider Afghan T20 Tournament
English cricketers who want to play in a new men's T20 franchise tournament in Afghanistan have been urged to reconsider. The Afghanistan Cricket Board is organising the event.
Nature, Travel
Hurricane Polo's Moisture Brings Flood Risk to Texas
Remnants of Hurricane Polo are moving moisture into Texas, raising fears of more flooding.
Politics
Dutch Defence Chief Warns of Europe’s ‘Window of Vulnerability’ Until 2030
The Dutch chief of defence, General Onno Eichelsheim, has warned that Europe faces a 'window of vulnerability' lasting until 2030.
Entertainment, Technology
GTA 6: Rockstar Reveals Weather System and Animals
Rockstar Games has revealed new details about its upcoming video game, Grand Theft Auto VI, set in a location called Leonida.
Politics
South Korea Demands Apology After Landmine Injures Soldiers
South Korea has demanded an apology from North Korea after a landmine blast injured three South Korean soldiers near the border between the two countries.
Sports
Padres Add Joe Musgrove to Playoff Roster After Two Years Out
The San Diego Padres have named pitcher Joe Musgrove to their wild-card playoff roster. Musgrove has not appeared in a Major League Baseball (MLB) game for two years.
Politics, Business
Australia's Treasurer Blames Rising Prices on Fuel Costs and End of Energy Rebates
Australia's treasurer, Jim Chalmers, has spoken about rising prices in the country. He said two main causes were behind the recent rise in inflation.
Sports
United States vs. Chile: International Friendly Match
The United States national football team will play against Chile in an international friendly match.
Technology, Business
OpenAI Shows New AI Assistant, Delays Bigger Model
OpenAI chief Sam Altman spoke at a major event for tech developers in San Francisco. The event is held every year and brings together people who build software using OpenAI's tools.
Sports
Guinea-Bissau Beat Nigeria 3-0 in AFCON Qualifier
Guinea-Bissau achieved a surprising 3-0 victory over Nigeria in a recent Africa Cup of Nations qualification match. The result has shocked football fans across the continent.
Politics
Supreme Court Lets Trump Resume Deportations to Third Countries
The Supreme Court, the highest court in the United States, has allowed the Trump administration to resume deporting people to third countries.
Entertainment
Family of Sir Ranulph Fiennes Say They Cannot Visit Him
Relatives of Sir Ranulph Fiennes, one of Britain's best-known explorers, have told the BBC that not being able to visit him is 'very painful.'
Technology
Spotify Down: Thousands Report Problems With Music App
Spotify, one of the world's most popular music streaming apps, faced widespread problems on Tuesday. Thousands of users reported issues with the service.
Politics
Rayner: Councils to Get More Power to Fight Homelessness
Angela Rayner, the UK's housing secretary, has announced that local councils will be given more power to tackle homelessness.
Business
Mortgage Rates Reach 7%, Housing Market Feels the Pressure
Mortgage rates in the United States have climbed to 7%, adding new pressure to an already fragile housing market. A mortgage is a loan people use to buy a home, and higher rates mean bigger monthly payments.
Politics
Russia Strikes Port in Ukraine's Odesa Region
Russia carried out overnight strikes on Ukraine's Odesa region, damaging port facilities and other sites.
