Bus driver in deadly Virginia crash charged with involuntary manslaughter
Police say Jing S Dong was driving a tour bus in a "criminally negligent manner" when he plowed into cars and killed five people.
US, UK and Australia to develop underwater drone technology
The technology, developed under the Aukus military pact, is aimed at protecting undersea cables and boosting naval defence.
Oscar-winning Star Wars editor Marcia Lucas dies aged 80
The film editor and ex-wife of director George Lucas was widely recognised as a pivotal creative force behind the original space trilogy.
US not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence, says Hegseth
The US defense secretary is questioned about US commitment, including further arms deals, at an Asian security summit in Singapore.
'Poison seller' who sold toxic chemicals online to people across world admits aiding suicides
Kenneth Law admitted charges relating to Canadian victims - but families say he should also be charged in the UK over 79 deaths in Britain.
Exploding rocket casts doubts over Nasa's Moon plans
Explosion of Blue Origin rocket is a setback for the company and for Nasa's Moon plans.
Marilyn Monroe 'lookalikes' gather to celebrate her 100th birthday
Fans set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been the legendary actress’ centenary.
What does Blue Origin rocket mishap mean for Nasa's Moon mission?
Science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains why the explosion is a setback for space exploration.
Watch: Moment 14-year-old wins US national spelling bee
A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition.
Why Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices
New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations.
Watch: Community gathers as workers remain missing after chemical blast
At least one person is dead and nine others missing after a chemical explosion at a paper mill in the US state of Washington, authorities said.
'Men written by women': How ice hockey romances like Off Campus became TV's hottest new genre
The Amazon Prime adaptation of Elle Kennedy's ice hockey romance book is an early hit with viewers.
California teen wins US spelling bee - but could you compete? Take our quiz
Nine kids have battled it out in the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee finals - can you spell as well as they did?
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