One man’s hunger strike changed India’s map. Can it still change politics?
Why hunger strikes still shape Indian politics, from Gandhi to Sonam Wangchuk.
I thought we’d grow old together, says band leader whose girlfriend died in Thai bar inferno
Athipat Wichan tells BBC Thai he regrets bringing his girlfriend Nahathai into his indie band Thotsakan.
As heatwaves strike, Europeans turn to prized Chinese air-conditioner
Previously little-known in Europe, the Midea PortaSplit has become a household name this summer.
Blasts reported in Iran as US launches new wave of strikes
The US says its attacks aim to “further degrade Iranian military capabilities”, as fighting continued for the sixth day in a row.
Rain causes ceiling leak at SEA Airport
A storm caused water to leak from a ceiling at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. No flights were affected and repairs are underway.
JD Vance accuses Israel of ‘manipulating’ US public opinion to prolong Iran war
The US vice president says he thinks some Israeli politicians are trying to detail efforts to end the conflict.
Kris Jenner’s mother Mary Jo dies aged 91
Mary Jo ‘MJ’ Campbell was featured on multiple episodes of Keeping Up with the Kardashians over the years.
Thunderstorms delay flights at SEA Airport
A ground stop at SEA Airport for arriving flights was canceled around 1:20 p.m.
White House teleprompter operator accused of making $100k off Trump speech bets
A White House staffer has been accused of using inside knowledge of speeches to make nearly $100,000 on Kalshi.
Watch: What to know as Genoa bridge disaster trial ends
More than 50 defendants have been on trial in Italy over the 2018 bridge collapse which killed 43 people.
