Thursday, 21 May 2026

Gonorrhoea and syphilis hit record levels in Europe

STIs have surged thanks to record cases and gaps in testing and prevention, a health agency reports.

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Fans react to Stephen Colbert’s final show

The late-night host will appear behind his CBS desk for the final time after the network announced last summer that the show would end after 11 seasons.

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Moment Cybertruck driver intentionally drives into Texas lake

Rescuers removed the vehicle from near the shoreline and police arrested the driver, who was attempting to use the vehicle's "wade mode".

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Wednesday, 20 May 2026

Watch: BBC in Cuba after US announces criminal charges against Raúl Castro

BBC correspondent Will Grant reports from Havana, hours after the US charged former Cuban leader with conspiracy to kill US nationals and other crimes.

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From AI to interceptors, Ukraine is trying to drone-proof its skies

After four years of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine has become far more successful at fighting off air raids.

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Samsung strike on hold - but the fight isn't over yet. Why?

The walkout, which was due to start on Thursday, has been suspended while union members vote on a tentative deal.

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Selling children to survive: Afghan fathers forced to make impossible choices

In Afghanistan today, a staggering three in four people cannot meet their basic needs.

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