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It's like the Olympics - except steroids are allowed
The first ever Enhanced Games are taking place this weekend in Las Vegas, with big names, big money and much controversy.
May 24, 2026Starbucks Korea sacks CEO over controversial 'Tank Day' promotion
Starbucks withdrew the campaign for its drink tumblers after many said it referenced a bloody crackdown.
May 19, 2026Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
May 9, 2026White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor posts Trump gravesite image - Reuters
White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor posts Trump gravesite image Reuters
May 7, 2026Palestinian FA chief hits out at Israeli federation VP at FIFA Congress - Reuters
Palestinian FA chief hits out at Israeli federation VP at FIFA Congress Reuters
April 30, 2026Trump plans new arch twice as tall as Lincoln Memorial - this is where it would go
The BBC's Ione Wells explains where the 250ft structure would be built and why it's controversial.
April 16, 2026South Korea jails American YouTuber for public nuisance
Johnny Somali sparked outrage after kissing a statue representing World War Two sex slaves.
April 15, 2026Brazil judge blocks Sugarloaf Mountain zipline
The project to build a zipline linking the popular Rio tourist spot to Morro da Urca proved controversial.
April 1, 2026South Africa's police chief to appear in court over controversial health contract
South African authorities declined to disclose the charges he will face when he stands in the dock.
March 25, 2026The Bachelorette's messy break-up with its unlikely star Taylor Frankie Paul
The TikTok and reality TV star was a risky choice for the squeaky clean franchise - and ended up being a wrong one.
March 21, 2026Watershed moment as Russia's sporting exile ends
Sports Editor Dan Roan analyses Russia's controversial return to global sporting action at the Winter Paralympics and what it might mean for other sports.
March 4, 2026Jurassic Park palaeontologist parts ways with university after Epstein emails
Jack Horner says he regrets not investigating Epstein's background, after emails showed he visited the convicted sex offender's ranch.
March 3, 2026