Colombian pop star Shakira settles tax fraud case with Spanish prosecutors, paying a €7.5m fine.

SpaceX’s successful second test flight of its Starship rocket shows significant progress in its development, despite technical issues that cut the flight short.

US and China agree to address climate change by increasing cooperation on reducing methane emissions and supporting renewable energy, but do not commit to ending fossil fuel use.

AI is revolutionizing manufacturing by increasing efficiency, reducing waste, and improving product quality.

Starbucks workers plan walkout on busy day, demanding fair pay and improved work conditions.

Boeing 747 cargo jet forced to turn back after horse escapes stall mid-flight.

The south-western peninsula of Iceland could face decades of volcanic instability, with the small fishing town of Grindavik already evacuated due to earthquakes and fears of an impending eruption.

AI can predict hurricane landfall earlier and more accurately than traditional methods, but climate change may pose challenges.

YouTuber Tom Kelsey left his job to play Football Manager full time and now earns double his previous salary.

Nepal bans TikTok, citing its detrimental impact on social harmony and spreading malicious content.

Amazon Games cuts 180 jobs in gaming industry due to restructuring, following a trend of layoffs in the sector.

Delhi government considers cloud seeding to combat air pollution, but experts question its effectiveness and long-term impact.

David Holmes, the stunt double for Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter films, reflects on his life-changing accident and the importance of friendship and resilience in his documentary, hoping to inspire others to embrace challenges and find strength in difficult times.

Weakening currencies in Sub-Saharan Africa drive up cost of living, impacting businesses and consumers.

King Charles III celebrated his 75th birthday with a party at Highgrove House, surrounded by friends and celebrity guests.

John Oliver’s controversial campaign helped the pūteketeke, or Australasian crested grebe, win New Zealand’s Bird of the Century title in a record-breaking poll.

Brazil is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with red alerts issued for nearly 3,000 towns and cities across the country, and record-breaking temperatures recorded.

Ryanair’s humorous and provocative TikTok content has gained a large following, but experts argue that addressing sustainability concerns is crucial for maintaining a positive brand perception.

Asia’s winners of the Earthshot Prize are leading the way in finding innovative solutions to repair the planet, from developing metal dryers to combat crop waste to creating eco-friendly lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.

Ghanaian artist Amoako Boafo, known for his portraits of black subjects, has returned to his home country where one of his self-portraits is being exhibited.