US actor Matthew Perry, best known for playing wisecracking Chandler Bing in the hit ’90s TV sitcom Friends, has died at the age of 54. The actor was found dead…
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Ukraine war: Biden tells Zelensky his country will never stand alone
President Joe Biden has told President Volodymyr Zelensky the US will stick by Ukraine “for as long as it takes” in its war with Russia. “You will never stand alone,”…
Pele: Brazil great’s cancer has advanced, says hospital
Brazil great Pele’s cancer has advanced, according to the hospital where the 82-year-old is being treated. The three-time World Cup winner has been in hospital for just over three weeks.…
Coup attempt foiled in The Gambia
The Gambia’s government says it has thwarted an attempt to stage a coup. Four soldiers had been arrested and three alleged accomplices were on the run, a statement said. It…
Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss left suicide note hinting at past challenges
Stephen “tWitch” Boss left at least one clue as to what his struggles were leading up to his suicide – it came in a note alluding to challenges he’s faced in…
Dave Chappelle: US comedian attacked on stage in Los Angeles
US stand-up comedian Dave Chappelle was attacked on stage on Tuesday during a performance at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Clips shared on social media showed someone running into the…
Ukraine war: Russia halts gas exports to Poland and Bulgaria
Russian energy giant Gazprom says it has halted gas exports to Poland and Bulgaria over the countries’ refusal to pay for supplies in roubles. The firm said services will not…
Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44bn
The board of Twitter has agreed to a $44bn (£34.5bn) takeover offer from the billionaire Elon Musk. Mr Musk, who made the shock bid less than two weeks ago, said…
French election result: Macron defeats Le Pen and vows to unite divided France
Emmanuel Macron has won five more years as France’s president after a convincing victory over rival Marine Le Pen, who nevertheless secured the far right’s highest share of the vote…
Nigeria in trauma after Imo refinery deaths – President Buhari
Nigeria’s president has said the country is in “shock and trauma” following the deaths of at least 100 people from an explosion at an illegal oil refinery. President Muhammadu Buhari…