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 …
Read More »James Burrows, legendary director of Cheers and Friends, dies aged 85
“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
Read More »Trump unveils Qatari luxury jet for Air Force One fleet
The refurbished Boeing 747-8 will be used to transport the US president once it completes a final test phase. BBC News
Read More »Thumping win cements Canada's place as a 'soccer nation'
Despite Ismaël Koné’s injury, the 6-0 thrashing of Qatar has put Canada fans in dreamland. BBC News
Read More »Mexico has crowned a pet duck Merlin their World Cup ‘ambassador’
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 …
Read More »Daveigh Chase, star of Lilo & Stitch and The Ring, dies aged 35 | US News
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 …
Read More »In Trump's shadow, Vance becomes face of Iran deal
His fierce defence of the Iran plan amid mounting criticism comes as speculation intensifies about a possible 2028 presidential run. BBC News
Read More »Mangione's lawyers reverse course on psychiatric defence in state murder trial
The defence team reverse course a day after saying they would argue he suffered “extreme emotional disturbance”. BBC News
Read More »Mangione's lawyers reverse course on psychiatric defence in state murder trial
The defence team reverse course a day after saying they would argue he suffered “extreme emotional disturbance”. BBC News
Read More »Obama hails democracy in speech at presidential centre opening
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 …
Read More »New arrest in Toronto US consulate shooting as authorities probe foreign ties of gunmen
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
Read More »Knicks parade through New York City after NBA win
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 …
Read More »'City united after so long': New Yorkers rejoice in Knicks' championship parade
The New York Knicks won the NBA Finals on Saturday, generating a citywide energy that culminated in a massive parade on Thursday. BBC News
Read More »'Living celebration of community': Obamas open presidential centre in Chicago
The campus opens to the public this weekend with a museum, community amenities and more to honour the 44th US president. BBC News
Read More »An ultra-rare Star Wars Lego collection went missing – it's sparked viral conspiracies
Bricks & Figs shops around the US have been receiving threats due to the missing Star Wars Lego set, the company says. BBC News
Read More »Teenager dies in horse-drawn carriage accident in New York
The horse bolted and toppled over after the carriage driver stepped down to take a picture of the passengers. BBC News
Read More »Teenager dies in horse-drawn carriage accident in New York City’s Central Park | US 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 …
Read More »Trump’s war with Iran has been a tragic and expensive waste of time | US News
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 …
Read More »The Ring and Lilo & Stitch actress Daveigh Chase dies aged 35
Chase died from sepsis following a bout with meningitis in a Los Angeles hospital, her longtime manager told the BBC. BBC News
Read More »Canada should 'indefinitely exclude' people with mental illness from assisted dying, report says
It is one of the most divisive debates since the country legalised the end-of-life policy a decade ago. BBC News
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