Paolo Villanueva

A major blaze at Chevron's El Segundo refinery lit up Los Angeles on 2 October. The fire was contained to a jet-fuel unit, no injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

Newly released 911 calls capture the desperate moments after Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska was fatally stabbed on a Charlotte light rail train, as passengers pleaded for help and tried to save her life.

Bashar al-Assad, the deposed Syrian president living in exile in Moscow, has reportedly survived a suspected poisoning attack amid claims it was an attempt to embarrass the Russian government.

Detroit rapper Dank Demoss (real name Dajua Blanding) has won a confidential settlement against Lyft after a driver told her she was too big to ride in his car, sparking debate about weight discrimination rights in Michigan.

Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny will make history as the first Latino male to headline the Super Bowl 2026 halftime show, sparking praise for cultural representation and criticism from Trump supporters who fear a political statement on immigration.

Jimmy Kimmel ridiculed a string of AI-generated deepfake videos falsely announcing his death by bringing his father on stage, highlighting the growing dangers of synthetic media.

Las Vegas man Logan Gifford, 26, has been declared the legal father of his younger brother after revealing years of sexual abuse by his mother, sparking wider discussion on male survivors of assault and justice for victims.

Lance Twiggs, once seen as a promising student and gifted pianist, is now under scrutiny for his ties to Charlie Kirk's killer, Tyler Robinson. Conflicting accounts from friends, relatives, and educators paint a complex picture of his life.

Mexican cartel operative Martha Alicia Mendez Aguilar, known as 'La Diabla', has been jailed after allegedly running a horrific baby-selling and organ trafficking ring, exposing the brutal tactics of CJNG and fuelling debate over US terror designations for cartels.

Camila Cabello surprised fans in Iowa after crashing a wedding to perform her hit ballad 'First Man' live, following a chance meeting with the bride at a hotel bar the night before.

The New Jersey governor's race between Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli is emerging as one of America's most expensive state contests, with millions already spent — and analysts saying it could serve as a bellwether for the 2026 Midterms.

Dublin Airport faces a third day of disruption after a ransomware attack crippled Terminal 2's check-in and baggage systems, forcing airlines into manual workarounds as experts rebuild servers from scratch.

Billionaires are pouring millions into Andrew Cuomo's campaign to stop socialist frontrunner Zohran Mamdani, but polls show the insurgent candidate still leading New York City's mayoral race.

Priscilla Presley has laid bare her long-held grievances over Lisa Marie Presley's marriage to Michael Jackson, calling him manipulative and accusing him of hiding behind a 'public mask' in her upcoming memoir Softly, As I Leave You: Life After Elvis.

Barack Obama urged Americans to 'extend grace' after Charlie Kirk's assassination, calling the US 'at an inflection point' during a talk in Erie, as Congress honoured Kirk and prosecutors charged 22-year-old Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder.

Mexican boxer Jesús Iván 'Rafaguita' Mercado Cabrera, 21, was found dead wrapped in a blanket by a roadside near San Luis Río Colorado on 15 September; authorities are investigating, with no official link to cartel violence confirmed.

Three police officers were killed in York County, PA, after 24-year-old Matthew Ruth ambushed them with an AR-15 in a 'domestic violence' shootout.

The FBI is investigating Ermiya Fanaeian, founder of the pro-gun trans group Armed Queers SLC, over possible ties to Charlie Kirk's alleged assassin Tyler Robinson, with concerns over advocacy for violent resistance and broader security implications.

Colossal Biosciences had announced a significant milestone in its quest to revive extinct species, successfully cultivating pigeon cells linked to the 300-year-lost dodo bird, following earlier claims of bringing back the dire wolf.

Donald Trump and Melania Trump's arrival at Windsor Castle for a state visit sparked debate after they did not bow or curtsy to King Charles and Queen Camilla, though royal protocol confirms such gestures are optional.

Utah prosecutors revealed new details in the Charlie Kirk murder case, confirming Tyler Robinson faces aggravated murder charges that could bring the death penalty, as his parents and partner shed light on his alleged motives and online radicalisation.

Grooveberries Frozen Yogurt in Utah is selling Charlie Kirk memorial cups that have gone viral. The tribute has sparked a mix of support and backlash, with the owners vowing to continue honouring Kirk's legacy.

Delta State student Trey Reed, 21, was found hanging from a tree on campus, igniting questions about whether he died by suicide. Police report no foul play, and the coroner says evidence points to self-inflicted death as the investigation continues.

Washington and Beijing have reportedly agreed a framework for the US takeover of TikTok, with final confirmation expected this week as both governments seek to resolve national security concerns.

IMAX CEO Richard Gelfond faces a $4.5m lawsuit from ex-wife Linda Stein, who claims his alleged alcohol and drug use made him uninsurable and breached their divorce settlement.

Conflicting reports emerged about whether Charlie Kirk's wife Erika Frantzve and children were present during the Utah Valley University shooting, with BBC correction highlighting ongoing uncertainty about the family's whereabouts.

Speculation about a 'droopy' right side of US President Donald Trump's face at the Pentagon's 9/11 ceremony has fuelled stroke rumours, but no medical evidence supports the claim.

Tyler Robinson, a Utah State University student, has been identified as the suspect in Charlie Kirk's killing after his father surrendered him to authorities, following a nationwide FBI-led manhunt.

The FBI has released photos of a person of interest and offered a $100,000 reward after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at Utah Valley University, as unverified online theories spread beyond the facts.