US and Canada

Donald Trump has claimed vandals are responsible for issues with the Reflecting Pool in Washington DC following a refurbishment costing more than $14m (£10.5m). On Saturday, the US president said there had been “multiple arrests” of people who he said had vandalised the “magnificent” pool on the National Mall. He …

“For more than five decades, Burrows was one of the most influential and beloved directors in television history. As a legendary director, mentor, and creative force, he helped shape generations of comedy and brought immeasurable joy to audiences around the world.” BBC News

The refurbished Boeing 747-8 will be used to transport the US president once it completes a final test phase. BBC News

Despite Ismaël Koné’s injury, the 6-0 thrashing of Qatar has put Canada fans in dreamland. BBC News

A family’s pet duck called Merlin has become Mexico’s “ambassador” for the Fifa World Cup. Merlin went viral after videos were shared showing the two-year-old duck waddling through the streets of Mexico City wearing the Mexican team’s jersey and custom socks. The BBC’s Will Grant was amongst the fans who …

Daveigh Chase, the voice of Lilo in Disney’s animated film Lilo & Stitch, has died aged 35.  Chase, a former child star also known for her role as the villain in the 2002 US remake of the Japanese horror film The Ring, reportedly died on Tuesday from complications of bacterial …

His fierce defence of the Iran plan amid mounting criticism comes as speculation intensifies about a possible 2028 presidential run. BBC News

The defence team reverse course a day after saying they would argue he suffered “extreme emotional disturbance”. BBC News

The defence team reverse course a day after saying they would argue he suffered “extreme emotional disturbance”. BBC News

Former US President Barack Obama has said America was founded on the principle that “there will be no kings” at the opening of his presidential centre in Chicago. The star-studded dedication was attended by three former presidents, with music from performers including Jennifer Hudson, Bruce Springsteen and Stevie Wonder. Obama …

Last month, US officials arrested an Iraqi national, 32-year-old Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi, for allegedly planning more than a dozen attacks in North America and Europe targeting Jewish institutions and US interests, including the one at the US consulate in Toronto. BBC News

Thousands of fans flooded the streets of New York for the Knicks parade, celebrating their first NBA title in more than 50 years. The Knicks clinched the best-of-seven series 4-1 with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs on 13 June. Amid jubilant scenes across the city, supporters spoke …

The New York Knicks won the NBA Finals on Saturday, generating a citywide energy that culminated in a massive parade on Thursday. BBC News

The campus opens to the public this weekend with a museum, community amenities and more to honour the 44th US president. BBC News

Bricks & Figs shops around the US have been receiving threats due to the missing Star Wars Lego set, the company says. BBC News

The horse bolted and toppled over after the carriage driver stepped down to take a picture of the passengers. BBC News

A teenager has died after being thrown to the ground in a horse-drawn carriage accident in New York City’s Central Park. The 18-year-old was riding in the carriage with three other passengers when the horse bolted away from its driver just before 3pm on Wednesday, according to police. At least …

In covering Trump, the past day has been one of the wildest days. The meandering and staggeringly contradictory news conference, and the trumpeting of a “deal” that amounts to something so far short of that. Read more: What’s in the US-Iran agreement? And then, just as the day ended, we …

Chase died from sepsis following a bout with meningitis in a Los Angeles hospital, her longtime manager told the BBC. BBC News

It is one of the most divisive debates since the country legalised the end-of-life policy a decade ago. BBC News