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What is kratom, the 'gas station heroin' alarming officials in the US?
Kratom, found during an investigation into the deaths of two college students, has been sold in the US for around a decade.
September 25, 2026Lindsay Clancy's lawyer asks judge to investigate juror and check his phone
The attorney wants the court to look at the juror's mobile phone use and answers on questionnaires.
September 22, 2026Lindsay Clancy holdout juror had no doubt she deliberately killed her children
It is the first time the juror, who refused to side with the others and acquit Clancy, has spoken publicly about his decision.
September 18, 2026Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour after 'Free Palestine' speech
The US rapper was condemned by Jewish groups after making comments criticising Israel.
September 14, 2026Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy murder case, after jury deadlocks
The mistrial now puts the murder case - and Clancy's future - in limbo as to whether she will be held criminally liable in the deaths of her three kids.
September 4, 2026What happens next after Lindsay Clancy's murder case ends in a mistrial?
The US mother accused of murder is likely to remain in a mental health facility as lawyers weigh their next steps.
September 4, 2026Transplanted pig kidney works in US man's body for record 271 days
A man has lived for a record nine months with a transplanted pig kidney while waiting for a human transplant.
September 3, 2026Why wait? Business grads buying firms to install themselves as CEO
Impatient to be the boss of an established company they are borrowing money to fund their purchases.
September 2, 2026Watch: Jury still unable to reach unanimous decision in Lindsay Clancy case
For a second time in two days, jurors told the judge they could not agree on a verdict in the murder trial.
September 2, 2026The jury's options in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial
Jurors have five options before them as they decide the fate of the former nurse charged with killing her three children.
August 31, 2026Lindsay Clancy suffering 'command hallucination' when she killed children, court hears
The defence brought their final witness - a forensic psychiatrist - to the stand to testify about the effects of postpartum psychosis.
August 22, 2026Lindsay Clancy begged for help before her children's killings, mother-in-law testifies
Lindsay Clancy has admitted killing her daughter and two sons but has pleaded not guilty to murder, saying she was experiencing postpartum psychosis.
August 18, 2026Massachusetts anti-hunger advocate fasts to protest Trump food stamp cuts - Reuters
Massachusetts anti-hunger advocate fasts to protest Trump food stamp cuts Reuters
August 16, 2026eBay agrees $56m settlement with bloggers over harassment case
Former eBay executives carried out "unprecedented" harassment over a critical newsletter.
July 28, 2026Booker Prize longlist: See the 13 'dynamite' novels up for this year's prestigious award
Elizabeth Strout, Douglas Stuart and Marlon James are among the 13 authors recognised this year.
July 28, 2026US mother's mental health spiralled before her children's murders, ex-husband says
Prosecutors say Lindsay Clancy "knew exactly what she was doing" and made a "calculated" decision to kill her three small children.
July 27, 2026Trial opens for US mum who says postpartum issues led her to killing own children
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer and her husband say she suffered hallucinations and delusions after giving birth.
July 21, 2026'We're still standing': Americans on the state of the nation in its 250th year
The BBC spoke to US citizens across the country ahead of its big anniversary celebration this weekend.
July 1, 2026What does it mean to be an American in 2026?
The BBC asked citizens across the United States about their identity ahead of the country's 250th anniversary.
June 24, 2026What in the World
It’s an effort to combat disease-carrying bugs
June 8, 2026Campaigners call for ban on use of weedkiller glyphosate at harvest time
Campaigners are calling for a ban on the use of the weedkiller over health concerns.
May 10, 2026US Senator Tillis says he's ready to advance confirmation of Warsh as Fed chair - Reuters
US Senator Tillis says he's ready to advance confirmation of Warsh as Fed chair Reuters
April 26, 2026GE Vernova lifts 2026 outlook as AI boom fuels power equipment demand - Reuters
GE Vernova lifts 2026 outlook as AI boom fuels power equipment demand Reuters
April 22, 2026What is the Fisa law Trump wants extended and why are lawmakers resisting?
Both Republicans and Democrats are pushing to reform the law, saying it allows "warrantless searches" of Americans' digital communications.
April 18, 2026Acting ICE director Todd Lyons to leave agency
Lyons, who oversaw hundreds of thousands of deportations, will step away from the role after 31 May.
April 17, 2026This coat cost $248 in illegal tariffs. Will he ever get the money back?
Importers are in line for tariff refunds. But whether everyone who paid the for the tariffs will get money back is a trickier question.
April 10, 2026Judge blocks RFK Jr's changes to US childhood vaccine schedule
Kennedy had slashed the number of recommended vaccines from 17 to 11, sparking a backlash from health experts.
March 17, 2026FCC chair threatens to revoke broadcasters' licences over Iran coverage
After Trump criticised media coverage of the Iran war, Carr says he can remove licences if they do not serve the public interest.
March 15, 2026Bowen: Trump has called for an Iran uprising but the lessons from Iraq in 1991 loom large
The US president might learn that starting wars is much easier than ending them, writes the BBC's international editor.
March 11, 2026Live Nation reaches settlement in US monopoly case
The live events company, which owns Ticketmaster, will open parts of its business to rival companies.
March 9, 2026US judge dismisses case by deported student who declined flight back - Reuters
US judge dismisses case by deported student who declined flight back Reuters
March 6, 2026Top Republican in Congress shrugs off economic risks of Iran war ahead of U.S. midterms - Reuters
Top Republican in Congress shrugs off economic risks of Iran war ahead of U.S. midterms Reuters
March 4, 2026'Exciting' or 'Frustrating'? - East coast locals and tourists react to record snow
At least 40 million people are under a blizzard warning and more than 600,000 homes and business are without power due to the storm.
February 23, 2026More than 5,000 flights cancelled as US east coast digs out of record snow
A major snowstorm walloped the US north-east, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations.
February 23, 2026Watch: US TV reporters battle snowy conditions as a major storm hits east coast
One journalist describes it as feeling 'like we are standing in a snow globe'.
February 23, 2026Powerful winter storm targets US northeast as NYC issues travel ban
The nor'easter storm has led to travel restrictions in multiple areas, including a full travel ban in New York City.
February 22, 2026Blizzard conditions set to bring major disruption to East Coast
Blizzard conditions are set to bring major disruption across the northeastern United States, with wind gusts of up to 70mph expected.
February 22, 2026