What we learned from Bill Gates' deposition on Epstein

What we learned from Bill Gates' deposition on Epstein 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 and 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 and 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. 5 hours ago Bill Gates Jeffrey Epstein United States Share Save 'There is no one else' - Platner voters on backing the controversial Democrat The BBC spoke to voters in Maine on election day on who they want to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins. US & Canada Watch: Massive hailstones pound Denver in powerful storm Strong winds, intense rain and hailstones the size of golf balls pelted the city and the surrounding area on Monday. US & Canada Watch rescue after rollercoaster stalls 100ft in the air Firefighters rescued the trapped riders after four hours with no injuries reported. US & Canada Watch: Moment 14-year-old wins US national spelling bee A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition. US & Canada California winery blaze erupts in scorching fireballs No injuries were reported after the 5.4-acre blaze ripped through a section of the state's Livermore Valley wine region. US & Canada Why Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations. US & Canada We analysed thousands of Trump's posts - here's what we found The BBC's Ros Atkins and BBC Verify sifted through thousands of the president's posts. US & Canada What it was like inside court as Matthew Perry's assistant was sentenced BBC's Shaimaa Khalil was in the room as Kenneth Iwamansa, who injected Perry with ketamine, was sentenced to 41 months in prison. US & Canada Watch: Community gathers as workers remain missing after chemical blast At least one person is dead and nine others missing after a chemical explosion at a paper mill in the US state of Washington, authorities said. US & Canada How Trump is transforming Washington - by adding his face everywhere Sarah Smith visits places across the US capital where the president has hung banners, renamed a site or is rebuilding something. US & Canada Fans rally behind US men's national soccer team as World Cup roster revealed BBC's Carl Nasman was at the event, where he asked enthusiasts about World Cup ticket prices and what the sport means to the US. US & Canada Watch: UFC arena construction begins at White House ahead of fight The massive s