Australia’s opposition left reeling after crushing election defeat
Peter Dutton has been ousted from parliament after Anthony Albanese’s landslide win.
Jewels linked to Buddha remains go to auction, sparking ethical debate
Buddha’s sacred jewels, unearthed in 1898, head to auction at Sotheby’s, raising ethical concerns.
Clair Obscur: How a passion project became 2025’s most talked-about game
The makers of a video game that even impressed the French president tell the unusual tale of its development.
How Katy Perry became the Hot and Cold popstar
The US singer says she feels “bruised” after weeks of online backlash – what’s sparked the change?
Young men were getting a haircut ahead of Swedish festival – then they were shot dead
The Swedish city Uppsala broke into party spirit this week – but the killing of hair salon customers still wearing their capes left many shaken.
Romania reruns controversial election after earlier vote annulled
Romania’s previous presidential election was cancelled over allegations of campaign fraud and Russian interference.
How Carney’s election win will change direction of trade war
In his exclusive BBC interview, the Canadian Prime Minister indicates how he plans to tackle Trump.
Europe marks VE Day with Trump on its mind
As Western alliances unravel, Europe is entering an era that seems distant from what VE Day represented, the BBC’s Katya Adler writes.
Warren Buffett, 94, stepping down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO
The veteran investor known as the Sage of Omaha told his company’s annual meeting that he would hand over the reins to Vice-Chairman Greg Abel.
Crowds flock to free Lady Gaga concert in Brazil
Lady Gaga fans gather for a massive concert on Copacabana beach, paid for by Rio de Janeiro city to help boost the economy.
