Dubai airport chaos as Gulf hit by deadly stormsThe world's second-busiest airport warns that "recovery will take some time" after its runway was submerged amid flash floods.Middle EastDid cloud seeding cause the Dubai flooding?Dubai has been hit by record floods, sparking misleading speculation about cloud seeding.Science & EnvironmentPrehistoric sea reptile 'twice as long as bus'Scientists say a fossilised jawbone found in England may be from one of the biggest sea creatures ever.Science & EnvironmentIvy League college head slams campus antisemitismNemat Shafik also defended her handling of Israel-Gaza war protests, during a congressional hearing.US & CanadaBiden calls for tripling tariffs on Chinese metalsIt is the latest protectionist policy to be embraced by the White House in an election year.BusinessDid cloud seeding cause the Dubai flooding?Dubai has been hit by record floods, sparking misleading speculation about cloud seeding.Science & Environment'I’m in pieces' - Israeli hostage's agony over husband held by HamasAviva Siegel tells the BBC of the brutal conditions she, Keith and others faced in Hamas captivity.Middle EastSenate dismisses impeachment case against MayorkasIt was the first time in almost 150 years the chamber had considered a US cabinet secretary's impeachment.US & CanadaGuns and gold seized in Canada bullion heist probeAlleged driver and gun-runner arrested in probe into C$20m of gold stolen from a Toronto airport.US & CanadaPrehistoric sea reptile 'twice as long as bus'Scientists say a fossilised jawbone found in England may be from one of the biggest sea creatures ever.Science & EnvironmentUS man accused of shooting Uber driver caught in scamUS & CanadaGaza truce talks hit stumbling block, Qatar saysMiddle EastWATCHWatch: Volcano in Indonesia spews lava and smokeAsiaBoeing whistleblower says he was put through 'hell'US & CanadaTikTok quizzed over new app that pays users to watchEuropeFeatures & analysis'Do I stop coming to church?': Tensions run high in multi-faith SydneyThe stabbing of an Assyrian Christian bishop in Sydney's multi-faith heartland sparks reciprocation fears.Australia'We're living on duty free' say tourists stranded in DubaiA couple with a six-month-old say they've run out of baby food and nappies as flood chaos continues.Middle EastInside Thailand's town of exiles, revolutionaries and fearMae Sot has become an uneasy refuge for Burmese on the run, akin to Cold War-era Berlin or Casablanca.AsiaSinger Lucy Rose couldn't lift her baby after collapsingThe musician broke her back in eight places after giving birth, but struggled to be taken seriously.Entertainment & ArtsHow city of light changed the OlympicsThe 2024 Paris Olympics mark 100 years since the French capital last played host. From art competitions to the Chariots of Fire legend, it was a Games of many firsts and lasts.'We're living on duty free' say tourists stranded in DubaiA couple with a six-month-old say they've run out of baby food and nappies as flood chaos continues.Middle EastI thought it was beginner's luck - but I'm a whisky supertasterMegan Brown usually picks up more flavours than more experienced male counterparts at whisky tastings.Edinburgh, Fife & East Scotland50,000 Russian soldiers confirmed dead by BBCIn the second 12 months on the front line the body count was nearly 25% higher than in the first year.WorldInside Thailand's town of exiles, revolutionaries and fearMae Sot has become an uneasy refuge for Burmese on the run, akin to Cold War-era Berlin or Casablanca.AsiaMost watched1WATCHAirport runway submerged in Dubai flash floods2WATCHRunaway circus elephant stops traffic in Montana3WATCHBallerinas break world record standing 'en pointe'4WATCHWatch: Volcano in Indonesia spews lava and smoke5WATCHColumbia University president answers on antisemitismAlso in newsNew carpets got rid of Downing Street fleas - HuntChancellor Jeremy Hunt says he replaced the No 11 carpets Liz Truss claimed were infested with fleas.UK PoliticsBallerinas break world record standing 'en pointe'Ballerinas from around the world gather to break Guinness World record for 'en pointe' dancers.US & CanadaNigerian socialite charged for throwing money in airCubana Chief Priest is the latest celebrity to fall foul of a crackdown on "abusing" banknotes.Africa'I miss her hugs': Star Wars actor Warwick Davis's tribute to wifeThe Star Wars actor describes his wife Samantha as his "favourite human" after she dies aged 53.Entertainment & ArtsNBA stars James, Durant & Curry in USA Olympic teamThe USA announce a star-studded basketball squad for Paris 2024 - with LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry included.BasketballBallerinas break world record standing 'en pointe'Ballerinas from around the world gather to break Guinness World record for 'en pointe' dancers.US & CanadaRunaway circus elephant stops traffic in MontanaViola, the elephant, was startled by the sound of a nearby car and ran away while having a bath.US & CanadaBanned in Russia after anthem for stray animals goes viralArtist Ap$ent became popular across Eastern Europe after his song about fleeing Belarus went viral as an anthem for strays.EuropeNigerian socialite charged for throwing money in airCubana Chief Priest is the latest celebrity to fall foul of a crackdown on "abusing" banknotes.AfricaMost read1Dubai airport chaos as Gulf hit by deadly storms2Did cloud seeding cause the Dubai flooding?3US man accused of shooting Uber driver caught in scam4Boeing whistleblower says he was put through 'hell'5Guns and gold seized in Canada bullion heist probe650,000 Russian soldiers confirmed dead by BBC7Prehistoric sea reptile 'twice as long as bus'8'We're living on duty free' say tourists stranded in Dubai9Lawmakers to vote soon on stalled Ukraine aid10Tesla pushes for $56bn pay deal for Elon MuskSportMan City knocked out of Champions League by Real MadridHolders Manchester City are knocked out of the Champions League by Real Madrid, losing 4-3 on penalties in their quarter-final second leg.European FootballArsenal need 'support and love' after exit - ArtetaMikel Arteta says he must show his Arsenal side "support and love" after they were knocked out in the Champions League.ArsenalNadal's comeback in Barcelona ended by De MinaurRafael Nadal's latest injury comeback - in what could be his final season before retirement - ends with a second-round defeat at the Barcelona Open.Tennis'Inefficiency & luck' costs Rangers in Dundee drawRangers suffer a second blow to their Scottish Premiership title hopes within three days as they are held to a goalless draw away to Dundee.Scottish PremiershipBeever-Jones wants to 'give right people headaches'Chelsea forward Aggie Beever-Jones says she wants to "give the right people headaches" as she scores her eighth goal of the season in the 3-0 win over Aston Villa.Women's FootballArsenal need 'support and love' after exit - ArtetaMikel Arteta says he must show his Arsenal side "support and love" after they were knocked out in the Champions League.ArsenalHow city of light changed the OlympicsThe 2024 Paris Olympics mark 100 years since the French capital last played host. From art competitions to the Chariots of Fire legend, it was a Games of many firsts and lasts.Porter banned for life by NBA for betting violationsToronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter is given a lifetime ban by the NBA for breaching the league's betting rules.BasketballNadal's comeback in Barcelona ended by De MinaurRafael Nadal's latest injury comeback - in what could be his final season before retirement - ends with a second-round defeat at the Barcelona Open.Tennis