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Commentator Katie Zacharia picked as new White House press secretary
The conservative commentator currently works as a communications adviser at Trump Media & Technology Group.
October 9, 2026Mark Zuckerberg has an image problem - so why is Meta's business booming?
A new film paints the Meta founder as a villain. But the tech firm seems immune to bad publicity, writes our North America tech correspondent.
October 8, 2026Surrogate who refused abortion over heart defect takes custody battle to US Supreme Court
She fled to Texas where abortions are illegal and now wants custody of the four-week-old baby.
September 11, 2026If Meta loses this trial, Instagram and Facebook could change forever
Thirty US states have sued Meta to force an overhaul of its platforms for young users.
August 16, 2026Merger deal between Paramount and Warner Bros paused by judge
US court temporarily stops Paramount and Warner Bros merging after 12 states launched legal action.
July 20, 2026California-led states sue to block Paramount’s $110 billion Warner Bros Discovery deal - Reuters
California-led states sue to block Paramount’s $110 billion Warner Bros Discovery deal Reuters
July 13, 2026Robots available for rent: But what can they do?
Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.
July 6, 2026What do people in the US hope for the country's future?
As the US celebrates its 250th birthday, the BBC asked people across the country for their top aspiration.
July 3, 2026The gamers taking on the industry to stop it switching off games
Stop Killing Games is challenging the idea publishers can shut down a game without making sure it's still playable.
June 6, 2026Hantavirus ship, Putin talks war end and Congo misinformation killings - Reuters
Hantavirus ship, Putin talks war end and Congo misinformation killings Reuters
May 10, 2026Cyber attack disrupts swath of US universities and schools nationwide
A hacking group breached the academic software Canvas, used by thousands of schools and universities acrosst the US
May 8, 2026US 'won't dictate terms' of free trade talks, says PM Carney
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, meanwhile, warned Canada's boycott of US alcohol over tariffs might require "enforcement action".
April 22, 2026Billionaire backer sues Trump family's crypto firm over alleged extortion
Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.
April 22, 2026Virginia approves redistricting, giving Democrats edge in midterms
The new maps in Virginia could make it easier for Democrats to take control of the US House of Representatives in November.
April 22, 2026Mexico demands answers after another migrant dies in ICE custody
President Sheinbaum vows to take action after the death of a Mexican last week at a California facility.
March 30, 2026Trump-backed television merger moves forward
Critics fear the consolidation will add to strains facing local news and degrade coverage.
March 20, 2026US states sue Trump over his move to scrap greenhouse gases ruling
The lawsuit seeks to overturn the Trump administration's reversal last month of the 2009 ruling that underpins all US policies aimed at lowering emissions.
March 19, 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, 2026What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news
If Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.
February 27, 2026With tariffs ruling, Supreme Court reasserts its power to check Trump - Reuters
With tariffs ruling, Supreme Court reasserts its power to check Trump Reuters
February 21, 2026