USA & Canada
Attorney General Ken Paxton routs veteran incumbent Cornyn in Texas Senate primary
The race will help determine whether Democrats can win back control of the US Senate for the last half of the Trump presidency.
The race will help determine whether Democrats can win back control of the US Senate for the last half of the Trump presidency.
One killed and others missing after chemical explosion at US paper mill
Nine others were injured and another nine are missing after a tank ruptured at a paper mill in Longview, Washington.
Trump administration wants federal workers to sign NDAs
US government personnel officials say non-disclosure agreements are part of an effort to stop leaks to the media.
White House erects UFC cage ahead of US 250th anniversary celebrations
Workers were seen assembling domed arches and a staging area on the South Lawn in preparation for next month's event.
Woman killed when umbrella blows into her at restaurant
The woman was dining on the patio with her husband when a strong and sudden wind blew the umbrella.
Republicans in South Carolina defy Trump to reject voting map changes
With the midterms less than six months away, there is a battle under way over the redrawing of voting maps.
Adams & Robinson in US squad for World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino includes Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams and Fulham left-back Antonee Robinson in his USA squad for the World Cup.
Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base
Nasa plans to send hopping drones and roving vehicles to the Moon as part of plans for a permanent Moon base.
Watch: Nasa shows renderings for planned permanent moon base
The plans include permanent human habitation on the Earth's only natural satellite by 2032.
Robert F Kennedy Jr grabs writhing snakes on a Florida patio
The US health secretary's serpent wrangling has gone viral, but wildlife officials warn people to avoid the reptiles.
Iran condemns US strikes as 'gross violation' of ceasefire
The attacks took place while Iranian and Qatari negotiators were in Doha for peace talks.
Knicks reach NBA Finals for first time in 27 years
The New York Knicks reach the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years with a commanding 130-93 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Jazz legend Sonny Rollins dies aged 95
Known as the "saxophone colossus", Rollins had a lauded career spanning decades.
Watch: Trump to have annual medical exam ahead of 80th birthday
The BBC’s Bernd Debusmann explains the routine medical check of the president of the US.
US marks Memorial Day with wreaths, bagpipes and salutes
In ceremonies across the nation, the Americans who died while serving in the US military are remembered.
Watch: Only world record broken at Enhanced Games won't be recognised
The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explains why the achievement by Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev will not be accepted by official sporting bodies.
It's like the Olympics - except steroids are allowed
The first ever Enhanced Games are taking place this weekend in Las Vegas, with big names, big money and much controversy.
