Her arrest follows the White House’s crackdown on what it has classified as antisemitism on US campuses.
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‘Enthusiasm and joy’ in new Pope’s hometown of Chicago
Catholics are surprised and delighted in Chicago, where the church’s influence persists despite declining numbers.
Bill Gates plans to give away most of his fortune by 2045
Microsoft founder said he will speed up his charitable giving – and accused Elon Musk and Doge of “killing children” through aid cuts.
Trump names Fox News host as top Washington DC prosecutor
Jeanine Pirro replaces Trump’s previous pick, who lost Republicans support over the US Capitol riot.
Mistrial declared in case against officer in fatal shooting of black motorist
The killing of Patrick Lyoya during a traffic stop in Michigan sparked widespread protests, renewing questions around police brutality.
Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at Columbia University
The university asked for police help after protesters occupied part of the main library on Wednesday.
‘He’s one of us’ – Americans react to first US-born pope
Robert Prevost is originally from Chicago, where he served as an altar boy and was ordained as a priest in 1982.
Canada has been ‘over reliant on the US for too long’, says Joly
Canada’s foreign minister told BBC News that her country wants to be closer to the UK and the EU.
Smokey Robinson denies sexual assault allegations
In a statement, the singer’s lawyer says the abuse allegations are an attempt to “extract money”.
Trump calls election of first American pope a ‘great honour’
Pope Leo was born in Chicago and attended university outside Philadelphia before becoming a missionary in Peru.
Who is Robert Prevost, the new Pope Leo XIV?
After a conclave that lasted only three sessions and 24 hours, 133 cardinals have elected Robert Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV.
Ex-police officers acquitted of murder charges in Tyre Nichols beating death
The fatal beating of a black motorist in Memphis triggered nationwide protests against police brutality.
What is in the UK-US tariff deal?
The two nations announce a deal to reduce tariffs – here’s what’s in it.
Denmark summons US ambassador over Greenland spying report
US spy agencies have been told to step up espionage around Greenland, according to The Wall Street Journal.
WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy as fat-loss jabs boom
The firm is struggling with debt and tough competition from weight-loss drugs.
Trump appeasing Putin with pressure on Ukraine, Biden tells BBC
In his first interview since leaving office, the 82-year-old criticises his successor’s handling of the war and is challenged on his own record.
Fed holds rates because of tariff ‘uncertainty’
The Federal Reserve said Trump’s barrage of tariffs were generating too much uncertainty to predict its next moves.
Arizona man shot to death in road rage ‘returns’ to address his killer
With the help of artificial intelligence, a man was ‘brought back to life’ at his killer’s sentencing to deliver a victim’s statement himself.
What do Canadians make of Carney’s meeting with Trump?
The prime minister reiterated that Canada “is not for sale” during Tuesday’s meeting at the White House.
Second US fighter jet falls overboard from Truman aircraft carrier
Crew members sustained minor injuries after the latest mishap involving the carrier in the Middle East.
US may soon deport migrants to Libya – reports
Migrants may be flown to the troubled North African nation as part of the US’ immigration crackdown.
Smokey Robinson accused of sexual assault by four women
The Motown legend is being sued for $50m by four women who accuse him of sexual assault and rape.
Carney tells Trump that Canada ‘won’t be for sale, ever’
The Canadian PM responds firmly as the president proposes a “wonderful marriage” of incorporating Canada into the US.
JD Vance’s brother advances in run for Cincinnati mayor
Cory Bowman, who was endorsed by Vance, will face off with the city’s Democratic incumbent mayor after finishing second in Tuesday’s primary.
‘Approach, are you there?’ – Audio reveals moment air traffic radar goes dark
The incident traumatised air controllers, and triggered delays at one of New York’s busiest airports.
US and China to start talks over trade war this week
Global trade experts have told the BBC they expect the negotiations to take several months.
Five takeaways from Biden’s BBC interview
The former president defended his decision to drop out of the 2024 campaign when he did, in a wide-ranging interview with the BBC.
Biden: Withdrawing from 2024 race earlier ‘wouldn’t have mattered’
The former US president says he has no regrets over his late withdrawal in the contest against Donald Trump.
Joe Biden on Trump: ‘What president ever talks like that? That’s not who we are’
Exclusive: The former president tells Nick Robinson his verdict on his successor’s first 100 days and his “grave concern” for the future of the Atlantic Alliance
Trump says US to stop attacking Houthis in Yemen as group has ‘capitulated’
Oman’s foreign minister says a “ceasefire” between the US and the Iran-backed group has been reached.