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Gerry Adams Wins Libel Case Against BBC Over Murder Claim

The former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams was accused by BBC of having approved a murder. "Gross defamation", Adams meant and sued the British public service company for libel.
Gerry Adams Wins Libel Case Against BBC Over Murder Claim

Russell Brand Denies Rape and Assault Charges in Court Appearance

Russell Brand denied the allegations of rape and sexual assault when he was brought before the court, reports news agency PA. The trial will continue on June 3.
Russell Brand Denies Rape and Assault Charges in Court Appearance

Hamas to Reject US Ceasefire Proposal in Gaza

Hamas will reject the US's latest proposal for a new ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages, a senior Hamas leader tells BBC. .
Hamas to Reject US Ceasefire Proposal in Gaza

Authors Urge Immediate Ceasefire and Aid in Gaza

CultureTT 380 authors and organizations have come together and are demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Among the signatories of the appeal are authors such as Zadie Smith, Ian McEwan, and Irvine Welsh, writes BBC.
Authors Urge Immediate Ceasefire and Aid in Gaza

Sherpa Kami Rita Sets Record with 31st Mount Everest Ascent

Kami Rita has done it again. For the 31st time, more than anyone else, the sherpa has climbed the world's highest mountain, Mount Everest.
Sherpa Kami Rita Sets Record with 31st Mount Everest Ascent

Liverpool Car Incident: No Life-Threatening Injuries Reported

The man who drove into a crowd in Liverpool on Monday evening is suspected of attempted murder. None of the nearly 50 people taken to hospital have life-threatening injuries, and most have been discharged.
Liverpool Car Incident: No Life-Threatening Injuries Reported

Car Drives Into Crowd in Liverpool Injuring 27 Man Arrested

A car has driven into a crowd in central Liverpool. 27 injured have been taken to hospital, but no people were killed, according to British police at a press conference.
Car Drives Into Crowd in Liverpool Injuring 27 Man Arrested

Netanyahu Criticizes Western Leaders Over Israel-Gaza Conflict

France, the United Kingdom and Canada are "on the side of mass murderers and rapists", claims Israel's Prime Minister. Benjamin Netanyahu lashes out wildly at Western leaders who have criticized Israel's warfare in Gaza.
Netanyahu Criticizes Western Leaders Over Israel-Gaza Conflict

Trump Shows Wrong Image in Genocide Claim to South Africa President

It was called an ambush and got big headlines – but one of the images that the USA's Donald Trump showed to South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa did not at all depict the alleged "genocide" of white South Africans. It was in fact a screenshot from a video filmed in the Congo-Kinshasa, reports Reuters.
Trump Shows Wrong Image in Genocide Claim to South Africa President

Charli XCX Wins Songwriter of the Year at Ivor Novello Awards

The British pop artist Charli XCX is awarded as the songwriter of the year at the Ivor Novello gala, reports BBC. .
Charli XCX Wins Songwriter of the Year at Ivor Novello Awards

UK Transfers Chagos Islands Sovereignty to Mauritius

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, has signed an agreement where the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands is transferred to Mauritius. .
UK Transfers Chagos Islands Sovereignty to Mauritius

Water Voles Tracked with Edible Glitter in Conservation Effort

The water vole that was previously common in southern Wales is now largely extinct, except in a few places. To track the shy animals, wildlife managers have taken an unusual method, reports BBC.
Water Voles Tracked with Edible Glitter in Conservation Effort

Calls for Eurovision Cheating Probe Grow Amid Israel's Controversial Second Place

Israel's second place in the European Championship continues to be questioned due to the events in Gaza. More TV companies are now demanding that the EBU investigate cheating in the voting.
Calls for Eurovision Cheating Probe Grow Amid Israel's Controversial Second Place

Chris Brown Released on Bail After Assault Charge in London

Chris Brown is released from custody after being granted a bail of 5 million pounds, 65 million Swedish kronor. The American R'n'B star was supposed to be detained until at least June 13, suspected of assault.
Chris Brown Released on Bail After Assault Charge in London

Indian Activist Banu Mushtaq Wins International Booker Prize

The Indian author, lawyer and activist Banu Mushtaq has been awarded the International Booker Prize, for her collection of short stories "Heart lamp". .
Indian Activist Banu Mushtaq Wins International Booker Prize

UK Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Mediterranean Human Trafficking

A human smuggler has been sentenced to 25 years in prison in the United Kingdom for organizing boat trips across the Mediterranean, reports BBC. In total, he has risked nearly 3,800 people's lives.
UK Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Mediterranean Human Trafficking

UN: 14,000 Gaza Infants Face Acute Malnutrition Crisis

Around 100 UN trucks with emergency aid have been permitted to roll into Gaza on Tuesday. The UN estimates that 14,000 infants are suffering from acute malnutrition.
UN: 14,000 Gaza Infants Face Acute Malnutrition Crisis

Three Arson Attacks Linked to Keir Starmer Lead to Three Arrests

Three fires were set within a few days at properties and a car linked to the UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Now a third suspect has been arrested, announces the London police.
Three Arson Attacks Linked to Keir Starmer Lead to Three Arrests

Netanyahu's Gaza Aid Plan Criticized as "Perverse" by Relief Chief

Israel is to allow a very limited amount of emergency aid into Gaza after nearly eleven weeks of blockade. The plan is then to bypass trusted aid organizations and let private security firms handle the deliveries.
Netanyahu's Gaza Aid Plan Criticized as "Perverse" by Relief Chief

Gary Lineker to Leave BBC After Instagram Post Controversy

Gary Lineker is leaving BBC. The English football icon, the highest paid of the channel's programme leaders, is jumping ship after the recent weeks' hard criticism following a post on Instagram.
Gary Lineker to Leave BBC After Instagram Post Controversy

Rooney and Wright Criticize VAR After Controversial FA Cup Final Decision

A missed red card for Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson in the FA Cup final against Manchester City gets football legends like Wayne Rooney and Ian Wright to rage. Abolish VAR, says Rooney.
Rooney and Wright Criticize VAR After Controversial FA Cup Final Decision

Authentic 1300 Magna Carta Document Discovered at Harvard

It was stained and faded and had long gathered dust in an archive at Harvard University's library in Massachusetts. But what was considered a copy of the English charter Magna Carta turned out to be genuine, written in 1300.
Authentic 1300 Magna Carta Document Discovered at Harvard

Reddit Co-Founder Alexis Ohanian Invests in Chelsea Women's Team

Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of the internet forum Reddit, becomes a shareholder and part of the board in Chelsea's women's team, which won the WSL, the English football league, over the weekend, reports BBC. .
Reddit Co-Founder Alexis Ohanian Invests in Chelsea Women's Team

Nottingham Attacker Taiwo Awoniyi Wakes from Coma After Surgeries

The Nottingham attacker Taiwo Awoniyi has awoken after being placed in an induced coma, reports BBC. .
Nottingham Attacker Taiwo Awoniyi Wakes from Coma After Surgeries
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