Billionaire Bill Gates testified in a closed-door hearing before the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft. one of the world's most prominent philanthropists, told members he had no knowledge of Epstein's crimes and that Epstein attempted to use information about his personal life to pressure him.
During his opening statement, Gates said he exercised poor judgement in meeting Epstein. was "one of many people who regret ever knowing him".
The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue breaks down the relationship between Gates and Epstein, and how lawmakers reacted to his testimony.
The BBC spoke to voters in Maine on election day on who they want to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins.
Strong winds, intense rain and hailstones the size of golf balls pelted the city and the surrounding area on Monday.
Firefighters rescued the trapped riders after four hours with no injuries reported.
A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition.
No injuries were reported after the 5.4-acre blaze ripped through a section of the state's Livermore Valley wine region.
New York. New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations.
The BBC's Ros Atkins and BBC Verify sifted through thousands of the president's posts.
BBC's Shaimaa Khalil was in the room as Kenneth Iwamansa. who injected Perry with ketamine, was sentenced to 41 months in prison.
At least one person is dead. nine others missing after a chemical explosion at a paper mill in the US state of Washington, authorities said.
Sarah Smith visits places across the US capital where the president has hung banners. renamed a site or is rebuilding something.
BBC's Carl Nasman was at the event, where he asked enthusiasts about World Cup ticket prices. what the sport means to the US.
The massive structure will host a cage fight as part of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.
The plans include permanent human habitation on the Earth's only natural satellite by 2032.
The Department of Homeland security said in a statement that the detainees receive "medical, dental,. mental health services as available".
Texas police say a father tried to cross a flooded road after heavy rains inundated the area. urging motorists not to do the same. Neither the driver nor the baby was hurt.
Cristo Fernández. well known for playing a footballer in the popular TV series Ted Lasso, tells the BBC it is a "dream come true" to sign with a US pro football team.
The BBC’s Bernd Debusmann explains the routine medical check of the president of the US.
In ceremonies across the nation, the Americans who died while serving in the US military are remembered.
Orange County residents had to evacuate following the threat of a failing chemical tank exploding.
The inaugural Enhanced Games will feature dozens of elite athletes using performance-enhancing drugs.
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