River Seine reopens to swimmers in Paris after century-long ban
For the first time in more than 100 years people will be able to swim legally in three sections of the river. Read More
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Australian actor Julian McMahon dies aged 56
“Julian loved life,” said the wife of the actor best known for roles in Nip/Tuck, FBI: Most Wanted and Fantastic Four. Read More
Watch: Deadly Texas flooding causes destruction
Dozens of people are missing as flash floods sweep away mobile homes, vehicles and holiday cabins. Read More
Ketamine helped me escape my negative thoughts – then it nearly killed me
Two young women speak to the BBC about why ketamine has become such a popular drug. Read More
Trump signs sweeping tax and spending bill into law
A signing ceremony at the White House on Friday afternoon kicked off celebrations for 4 July. Read More
Hamas says it delivered ‘positive response’ on Gaza ceasefire plan
The group said it was ready to begin negotiations immediately after Donald Trump said Israel had accepted conditions for a 60-day ceasefire. Read More
Notorious Swedish gang leader arrested in Turkey
Ismail Abdo, the leader of the Rumba crime gang, has been at the centre of a violent turf war with a rival gang in Sweden. Read More
Congress passes Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ cutting taxes and spending
The president wins over sparring factions within his own party to get the bill passed after months of wrangling. Read More
Several killed as flash flooding hits central Texas
Others are missing following “catastrophic flooding” in several areas, authorities say. Read More
Kenyan leader to build huge church at presidential office
“The devil might be angry and can do what he wants,” President William Ruto said in response to criticism. Read More