US halts construction of giant wind farm off New York coast
The pause is a major blow to the US's wind energy industry which has been targeted by President Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ak...
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Zelensky accuses US envoy Witkoff of spreading 'Russian narratives'
Witkoff appeared to suggest that a peace deal hinged on the status of five Ukrainian regions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0yWxr95
Six injured in shooting at Florida State University
One person was taken into custody after the shooting on Thursday, according to CBS News, the BBC's US partner. from BBC News https://i...
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
The truth about life on other planets - and what it means for humans
Could discoveries of alien life ever change the human psyche in how we view ourselves and each other? from BBC News https://ift.tt/9zJFnp4...
Watch: Michigan town forms human chain to move 9,100 books for shop
Community members in the small town of Chelsea passed the books one-by-one to the bookstore's new location a block away. from BBC News...
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Moment elephants huddle to protect calves during earthquake
The behaviour is known as an 'alert circle', a formation meant to protect elephant calves from threats. from BBC News https://ift....
Monday, April 14, 2025
5.2-magnitude earthquake hits California near San Diego
There are no reports of injuries or major damage after the quake struck on Monday morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xBGFwO0
Watch from launch to landing: All-female crew travels into space
The flight, carrying celebrities like Katy Perry and Gayle King, reached a height of about 60 miles (96.6km) above Earth. from BBC News ht...
Sunday, April 13, 2025
In Canada's car capital, auto workers brace for the worst
The auto sector in Windsor, Ontario, has employed generations of Canadians. Now the future is uncertain and US tariffs are "like a stab...
BBC visits scene of destruction in Sumy after Russian attack
The BBC's James Waterhouse describes the scene of a Russian strike that has killed at least 34 people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jB...
Saturday, April 12, 2025
'Russians are even trying to ban our holidays' - women speak out from occupied Ukraine
Ukrainians in Russian-held land tell the BBC about the difficulties of life under occupation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CNfGWcA
Rourke leaves Big Brother after 'unacceptable behaviour'
The Hollywood actor was formally warned by the show earlier this week over "offensive" language he had used. from BBC News https...
Tanzania's main opposition party banned from election
The move comes days after its leader and presidential candidate was arrested and charged with treason. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mpjYPu...
Friday, April 11, 2025
From Dubai to Lidl: How one woman's pregnancy craving launched a craze
The story behind the Can’t Get Knafeh of It chocolate bar, which combines the flavours of chocolate, pistachio and tahini with shredded past...
Judge allows Columbia graduate Mahmoud Khalil's deportation
Mahmoud Khalil was arrested in March for his role in pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University from BBC News https://ift.tt/itETULw ...
A bitter price hike in US coffee shops after tariffs
Higher prices are worrying independent US coffee shops, which import almost all their beans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NStdvgz
US pastor kidnapped during church service in South Africa
Police say four armed and masked men abducted the pastor in his car on Thursday evening. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lDc92HF
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Palestinian teen attacker freed after nine years in Israeli prison
Amnesty International says Ahmed Manasra endured "shocking ill-treatment" after he was imprisoned at the age of 13 in 2015. from...
Israel to include Rafah in Gaza 'security zones' - defence minister
The Israeli defence minister says the military is leaving Gaza "smaller" and "more isolated" to press Hamas into releasi...
At least one dead in Hudson River helicopter crash
It is unclear how many people were on board the helicopter at the time of the crash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1rmakCT
Watch: Pope seen without usual papal attire
Pope Francis visits St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, still with an oxygen tube, as he continues to recover from ill health. from BB...
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Trump steps back from cliff edge of all-out global trade war
The US is now making nice – or at least nicer - with nations that had faced their retaliatory trade fire, writes Anthony Zurcher. from BBC...
War has changed Zelensky - but now is the time for him to transform again
As the "coalition of the willing" meets at Nato headquarters today, pledging to support Ukraine with a peacekeeping force, how hav...
US stocks surge after White House pauses some tariffs for talks
But Trump also raises tariffs on goods from China to at least 125% "effective immediately". from BBC News https://ift.tt/QoM0E5m...
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
AI chips not ice creams - minister's dig at Indian start-ups sparks debate
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says Indian start-ups need to focus more on deep-tech innovations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LHKx52q
Can the US return man deported to El Salvador? Immigration lawyers think so
Lawyers and experts say the case has the potential to upend due process for immigrants in the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2tiSeJN
US court orders White House to restore access for AP journalists
The AP was prevented from accessing the White House over its continued use of the term "Gulf of Mexico" in its coverage. from BB...
Iran says it is ready for nuclear deal if US stops military threats
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran will "never accept coercion" ahead of Saturday's talks in Oman. from BBC News http...
Monday, April 7, 2025
Watch: Plume of black smoke over Parisian skyline after 'major' fire
A fire at a waste disposal centre caused smoke to rise above buildings in the French capital city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qfVloP1
US in direct nuclear talks with Iran, says Trump
The US president says negotiations have taken place at a "very high level" between the two countries. from BBC News https://ift....
Trump threatens new 50% tariffs on China
The US president said he will introduce the extra tariff unless China withdraws its own 34% counter-tariff on American goods. from BBC New...
Red Crescent calls for inquiry into Israel's killing of Gaza paramedics
The organisation says the attack by Israeli troops on a convoy of ambulances constitutes a "fully-fledged war crime". from BBC N...
Sunday, April 6, 2025
Australia PM candidate ditches plan to end work from home
Peter Dutton's Liberal-National coalition had said the move would improve efficiency in the public sector. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Israeli strike on Gaza City school kills 27, health ministry says
Palestinian authorities say children were among the dead, while Israel says it hit a Hamas command-and-control centre. from BBC News https...
Defiant Trump officials vow to stay course as countries scramble over tariffs
The US commerce secretary says a 10% "baseline" tariff on imports will definitely stay in place for weeks. from BBC News https:/...
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Israel admits mistakes over medic killings in Gaza
Israeli forces shot dead 15 emergency workers in a convoy of ambulances near Rafah on 23 March. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HhOaTLB
Anti-Trump protests in cities across US declare 'hands off'
Thousands of protesters have gathered for the most visible opposition movement of Trump's second term. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QY...
Flooding sweeps away 9-year-old as storms slam central US
High winds and heavy rain were expected to continue into Sunday, delaying clean-up efforts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WXUg2JL
Friday, April 4, 2025
Trump's tariffs could be death knell for US-Africa trade pact
Some African countries got privileged access to US markets, but the future of that deal is uncertain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z3vIoi1...
Worst week for US stocks since Covid crash as China hits back on tariffs
The US president, who has vowed to remake the global trade order, dismissed concerns, noting the US jobs market is strong. from BBC News h...
Judge rules US must return man deported to El Salvador in 'error'
Kilmar Abergo Garcia, a legal US resident who was deported to an El Salvadorian prison, must return by Monday, the judge ruled. from BBC N...
Trump extends deadline to keep TikTok running in US
The president has granted the app a second 75-day extension to comply with a law that requires it to either sell its US assets or face a ban...
Thursday, April 3, 2025
'Grateful and honoured': Tom Cruise pays tribute to Val Kilmer
At CinemaCon in Las Vegas, Cruise led the crowd in a moment of silence to honour Kilmer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dGW9Ju5
Indonesia volcano eruption creates huge column of ash
Mount Marapi erupted on Thursday, sending a column of ash towering into the sky. from BBC News https://ift.tt/as2lVQf
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Gaza bakeries shut and painkillers on ration after month of Israeli blockade
Many Palestinians say they are going hungry after Israel stopped all aid deliveries to put pressure on Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
The man mourning 170 loved ones lost in Myanmar's earthquake
Scores of Muslims died in Sagaing when their mosques collapsed during Friday prayers at the end of Ramadan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T...
Virginia Giuffre grateful for 'love and support' after car crash
Ms Giuffre 'remains in serious condition' in hospital following a collision with a school bus, her family say. from BBC News https...
'We still have hope': Searching for quake survivors in Mandalay
The BBC speaks to people in Mandalay close to where Myanmar's deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wmy...
At least 322 children killed since Israel's new Gaza offensive, Unicef says
Since the war began, more than 15,000 children have reportedly been killed, the agency says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MBGTAHm
Monday, March 31, 2025
BBC Verify: What satellite images reveal about Myanmar's quake
Myanmar's military government says at least 2,000 people were killed in last week's 7.7 magnitude quake. from BBC News https://ift...
Five Israeli men acquitted of rape charge in Cyprus
The woman told police she was sexually assaulted and raped by the five men in September, 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S8yPbxT
Israel orders evacuation of southern Gaza city of Rafah
It is the biggest such order since Israel resumed its offensive in the Palestinian territory earlier this month. from BBC News https://ift...
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Trump wants India to buy US corn - but here's why it probably won't
India feeds over a billion people, yet low yields and poor infrastructure keep agriculture lagging. from BBC News https://ift.tt/et7vpIh
Decision day in court for Marine Le Pen's French presidential hopes
Accused of misusing EU funds, Monday's verdict could determine whether the far-right National Rally party leader can run for French pres...
Trump 'very angry' with Putin over ceasefire negotiations
It marks the first time Trump has seriously threatened Russia with consequences for dragging its feet in Ukraine ceasefire negotiations. f...
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Taliban releases detained US citizen Faye Hall
The US's former envoy to Kabul said that Ms Hall is now in the care of Qatari officials and would "soon be heading home". fr...
Myanmar quake toll passes 1,600 as people dig for survivors with bare hands
An acute lack of equipment, patchy communications and wrecked roads are hampering the search for survivors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K...
Friday, March 28, 2025
Polish presidential candidate ridiculed for donning disguise to promote book
Karol Nawrocki has faced ridicule after it emerged that several years ago he donned a disguise to promote his own book on TV. from BBC New...
'It's going to get worse': American car buyers brace for sweeping auto tariffs
"The prices in the wholesale market have skyrocketed already and it's going to get worse," one car seller told the BBC. from...
Vance scolds Denmark during Greenland trip
Denmark's prime minister said the visit by the US VP and other top officials showed a "lack of respect". from BBC News http...
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Australia to hold federal election on 3 May
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will be seeking to fight off a resurgent opposition and win a second term. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WD...
Canada PM Mark Carney says old relationship with US 'is over'
The Canadian leader said his country's relationship with the US had changed due to Trump's tariffs, jeopardising future cooperation....
N Korea's Kim inspects test of 'AI suicide attack drones'
Analysts said the development of the technology was likely assisted by Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6wHk7PI
Six dead after tourist submarine sinks in Red Sea
Another 39 people were rescued after the vessel sank in the Red Sea on Thursday morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Im8jBGy
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Niger coup leader sworn in as president for five years
Gen Abdourahamane Tchiani is promoted to the highest rank in the army, and dissolves all political parties. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P...
Malcolm in the Middle's brother recast for revival
Erik Per Sullivan, who played Malcolm's younger brother Dewey, will not return to the show. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B97xrXO
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
UN fears war as barrel bombs dropped in South Sudan
The UN issues a stark warning following fighting between the army and the White army militia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CkMlEef
Two French air display jets crash in rehearsal
The three occupants of the two Alpha Jets that collided ejected and were "found alive and conscious". from BBC News https://ift....
Monday, March 24, 2025
Friend recalls final moments of South African pilot before air show crash
Decorated test pilot James O'Connell was in a "good frame of mind" prior to the crash, the BBC is told. from BBC News https:...
Russia accused of 'hollow' peace talks as fresh strike injures dozens
Russian missiles hit the city of Sumy as negotiators met the US delegation in Saudi Arabia for talks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/48WZsmK...
Sunday, March 23, 2025
India-China relations: Modi's hope for a thaw amid uncertain geopolitics
India and China are natural competitors but developments in strained ties can help with easing diplomatic tensions. from BBC News https://...
Israeli strike at Gaza hospital kills Hamas official and aide
Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry said medical staff had been injured and some of the hospital destroyed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Moment police chase ends in four car pile-up in Paris
Thirteen people - 10 of them police officers - have been injured after a car chase in the French capital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o57...
Protesters in Turkey rally 'for justice' after mayor's arrest
Protesters have taken to the streets for a fourth night after Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was detained. from BBC News https://ift....
Canada can win trade war with US, foreign affairs minister Mélanie Joly says
Canada is among the countries waiting to see what Trump's 2 April reciporcal tariffs look like. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NYF0UOK
At least two dead as wildfires rage in South Korea
Two people were found dead as multiple fires raged across the country on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9weIS7z
Friday, March 21, 2025
Dear Daughter: I too feel ugly sometimes
Bollywood actor Kalki Koechlin advises her five-year-old on how to navigate the pressure to appear beautiful. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
'We will rescue anyone': BBC accompanies Syria's White Helmets after deadly attacks
The BBC accompanies the civil defence group as they respond to violence in Syria's coastal region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RUhDz4...
Prince William rides in tank during Estonia visit
The Prince of Wales has visited troops at a strategically important army base on Russia's border from BBC News https://ift.tt/qEfbCza ...
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Trump administration 'evaded' providing deportation flight information, judge says
The judge has given the government until Friday to provide an update from someone directly involved in the discussions. from BBC News http...
Ukraine's 'chaotic' withdrawal from Russia, in its soldiers' words
Artem Kariakin and his unit would regularly cross into Russia - until last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/siv5oFp
Fingerprints identify Paraguayan woman seven years after death
Ainoha Izaga Ibieta Lima, 33, was found dead in a poultry shed attached to a farmhouse in Spain's Girona province in 2018. from BBC Ne...
Zelensky tells Russia to drop 'unnecessary' demands ahead of peace talks
Ukraine's leader also says taking Nato membership off the table would be a "big gift to Russia". from BBC News https://ift.t...
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Tesla's challenges run deeper than 'toxic' controversy around Elon Musk
The company is still valued at more than 100 times its earnings - but it faces problems that experts say go beyond questions around its CEO ...
'It's him, it's him!' - Mother spots son deported from US in mega-prison footage
Some relatives of accused and deported gang members say their sons have been wrongly swept up in a Trump administration crackdown. from BB...
Trump hails 'very good' phone call with Zelensky
The US president says peace efforts are "very much on track" after an hour-long conversation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y4VD5...
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
BBC Verify: Mapping Israel's wave of strikes
More than 400 people have been killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. BBC Verify’s Nick Beake has be...
Missing South African girl was wanted for her 'eyes and skin'
Witnesses reveal shocking details into the disappearance of a young South African girl. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AKVlp7h
Monday, March 17, 2025
King meets Carney in symbolic support for Canada
The King, who is also head of state of Canada, meets the country's new prime minister Mark Carney amid a trade war with the US. from B...
No evidence for Trump claim about 'void' Biden pardons and autopen
President Trump claims 'many' of Biden's pardons are void because they were signed automatically and not by hand. from BBC New...
Sunday, March 16, 2025
British daughter of Gaza hostage says burying father 'incredibly meaningful'
Sharone Lifschitz said it was important all families were reunited with their relatives, both dead and alive from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Fifty-three killed in US strikes on Yemen, Houthis say
The US said it launched a "decisive and powerful" wave of air strikes on Houthi targets on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.t...
'I lost everything' - Survivors and relatives speak of their grief
Survivors and relatives of those who died in a fire in North Macedonia speak of their grief. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i7XbfvI
Trump and Putin to hold call on ceasefire deal soon, US envoy says
Steve Witkoff, who recently met Putin, says he expects the presidents to have a positive discussion. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ub20ypE ...
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Arlington Cemetery strips content on black and female veterans from website
The Army-run cemetery said it is working to follow Trump's orders on ending diversity while restoring information. from BBC News https...
US launches wave of air strikes on Yemen's Houthis
US President Donald Trump cited the armed group's recent attacks in the Red Sea as justification. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OJhTGxB...
Tens of thousands attend anti-government protest in Serbia
The collapse of a station canopy that killed 15 people has galvanised anger towards the government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/30Mk2do
Friday, March 14, 2025
14 things the Trump administration did this week
This week in the White House, the US president escalated his global trade war and tried to broker peace in Ukraine. from BBC News https://...
Greenland's politicians unite against Trump
In an unusual show of unity, party leaders say they "cannot accept the repeated statements about the annexation of Greenland." f...
Germany is back, says Merz after historic spending deal
Germany's conservative leader clinches an major financial agreement ahead of a crunch vote in parliament. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
'Terrifying and exhausting' - passengers describe escape from burning plane
Witnesses share their exhausting and terrifying escape after a plane forced to make an emergency landing caught fire. from BBC News https:...
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Trump threatens 200% tariff on alcohol from EU
Wine and spirits will be taxed, Trump says, if the EU does not remove tariffs on US whiskey. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gZ14owf
Putin sets out conditions for Ukraine ceasefire
The Russian president agrees fighting must end, but calls for the removal of the "root causes" of the crisis. from BBC News http...
Duda: US nuclear weapons in Poland would be 'deterrent' for Russia
Andrzej Duda tells the BBC's Jeremy Bowen he is confident Donald Trump has a plan to handle Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TGhNu...
Is Putin ready for a ceasefire or playing for time?
Russia is ready for a halt in fighting, says Vladimir Putin, but he says there are "nuances". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cf6LX...
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
BBC Verify: Ukraine loses territory to Russia in Kursk
An analysis of verified footage reveals Moscow is taking back territory in Kursk, the area of Russia that Ukraine attacked in 2024. from B...
Iran rejects nuclear talks as UAE delivers Trump's letter
The US president says he has proposed talks on a deal to prevent Iran acquiring nuclear weapons and to avert military action. from BBC New...
EU hits back at Trump tariffs and warns against trade war
For consumers, higher prices loom on supermarket shelves, but for businesses and industry the risks are higher. from BBC News https://ift....
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
It's Russia that may now be feeling the pressure
It's time for Russia's intentions towards Ukraine to be tested in public, writes the BBC's Paul Adams. from BBC News https://i...
Whole families dead in recent Syria violence, says UN
The UN human rights office has verified the killing of 111 civilians in the coastal region, but says the actual figure is far higher. from...
BBC Verify examines moments before cargo ship and oil tanker collision
Ship tracking data sheds light on what happened before the two vessels, the Solong and Stena Immaculate, collided in the North Sea. from B...
Monday, March 10, 2025
What we know about the oil tanker and cargo vessel collision
BBC Verify examines how a ship carrying a highly-toxic chemical hit a tanker in the North Sea transporting jet fuel. from BBC News https:/...
Sunday, March 9, 2025
Early summer could spell trouble for India's farms and factories
Across India anxiety is growing about the early onset of summer and its impact on the economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4NSyghX
Musk and Rubio spar with Polish minister over Starlink in Ukraine
The three went back and forth in an exchange of posts on X over Starlink being cut off in Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pwz25IG
Romanian far-right presidential hopeful barred from poll rerun
Calin Georgescu took an unexpected first place in December's election, which was then annulled. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VXcJ5MC
Israel to cut off electricity supply to Gaza, minister says
Eli Cohen's announcement on Sunday came one week after Israel cut off all aid supplies to the territory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Not so demure any more: The rise of 'free the nipple' fashion
Stars like Charli XCX have made see-through outfits all the rage at big events, but not everyone's a fan. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
What is hantavirus, disease which killed Gene Hackman's wife?
Betsy Arakawa died from a respiratory illness linked to a rare virus transmitted by infected rodents. Here's what to know about the dead...
Friday, March 7, 2025
Party drug MDMA may have protected survivors of Nova attack from trauma, study suggests
Neuroscientists in Israel find signs that the drug helped festival survivors in the attack and the aftermath. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
South Africa rejects 'megaphone diplomacy' with US
Pretoria refuses to respond directly to the latest criticism of the country from President Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hLX2f6z
Syrian government still faces threat from Assad loyalists
Clashes between Syrian forces and Assad loyalists in the dictator's former heartlands show the risks ahead, writes Middle East correspon...
'We're gutted' - Make-A-Wish trip cancelled after Eurostar bomb disruption
Toni Mannion was looking forward to making "special memories" with her terminally ill daughter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qax...
Thursday, March 6, 2025
As US and Canada trade barbs, it's so far so good for Mexico's Sheinbaum
Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau's clear tensions are a stark contrast to the Mexican leader's approach to the White House. from BB...
Listen: Pope Francis shares voice message from hospital
The 88-year-old had not been seen or heard by the public since he was admitted to hospital on 14 February. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mI...
Five jailed over plot to kidnap German minister
The group wanted to create civil war-like conditions in Germany and overthrow the government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dQOPRwi
Sudan takes UAE to world court over 'complicity in genocide'
The UAE has strongly rejected Sudan's allegations, calling the case a "cynical publicity stunt." from BBC News https://ift.t...
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Serbia's opposition under fire for smoke and flare protest in parliament
Police gather evidence against MPs who let off smoke bombs and flares in a protest over claims of corruption. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
What pausing US intelligence means for Ukraine's military operation
Without US intelligence, Ukraine will not be able to make such effective use of long-range Western weaponry, writes Paul Adams. from BBC N...
US confirms direct talks with Hamas over Gaza hostages
Israel was consulted prior to the talks, according to the White House, after reports said the two sides were discussing the release of hosta...
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Don't complain about use of New Zealand's Māori name, MPs told
It comes after the deputy prime minister tried to ban lawmakers from calling the country Aotearoa in parliament. from BBC News https://ift...
Monday, March 3, 2025
The revellers making Trinidad's carnival more sustainable
There are efforts under way to recycle and reuse more at what has been dubbed "the greatest show on Earth". from BBC News https:...
India's fighter jet battle: US v Russia in the skies
India faces a crucial choice in modernising its air force. But is a cutting-edge US fighter jet the answer? from BBC News https://ift.tt/3...
Sunday, March 2, 2025
'Are you aware of truce reports?' - BBC's Laura Kuenssberg asks Zelensky
Ukrainian President Zelensky tells the BBC he is "aware of everything" after European summit in London. from BBC News https://if...
Belfast factory to supply 5,000 missiles to Ukraine
The deal is worth up to £1.6bn and will involve recruiting 200 additional staff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fzlLImu
Saturday, March 1, 2025
'They don't belong in the Med': Future of homeless orcas still uncertain
Animal rights campaigners and marine zoo official say Mediterranean is 'too warm' for killer whales. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
R&B hitmaker Angie Stone dead in car crash
The Wish I Didn't Miss You singer was involved in a collision in Alabama following a performance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UL97PpC...
Vance took the lead attacking Zelensky. Why?
Is the US vice-president doing Trump's bidding or looking to the future? from BBC News https://ift.tt/fZLTz7t
Friday, February 28, 2025
DR Congo conflict: 500 mpox patients flee clinics after rebel looting
Officials say they are concerned that they will spread the contagious disease to the wider community. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5neGEBp...
Three dead as 'brutal' cyclone sweeps through Reunion
The tropical cyclone left more than 180,000 homes without power and 170,000 without running water. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qBA26UL
Furious Trump accuses Zelensky of 'gambling with World War Three'
The US president clashes with Ukraine's leader in fiery Oval Office exchange over ending the war with Russia. from BBC News https://if...
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Five years since deadly Delhi riots, many police cases are falling apart
In many cases, courts criticised the police for lapses in investigation, even "falsely implicating" people. from BBC News https:...
Cook Islands China deal riles allies as West's grip loosens
The recent spree of deals between the two is upsetting traditional allies wary of Beijing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cmk4ASu
Katy Perry to head to space on Blue Origin all-women flight
The American singer will be joined by Lauren Sanchez, whose fiancee Jeff Bezos owns Blue Origin. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nJrvDjZ
Israel's military publishes first report on 7 October 2023 failures
The report says the military "failed in its mission to protect Israeli civilians" during Hamas's attack. from BBC News https...
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
What an AI-generated video of Gaza reveals about Trump tactics
US President Donald Trump sparked a social media frenzy when he posted a video of Gaza generated by artificial intelligence on his site Trut...
What an AI-generated video of Gaza reveals about Trump tactics
US President Donald Trump sparked a social media frenzy when he posted a video of Gaza generated by artificial intelligence on his site Trut...
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
'They took all the women here': Rape survivors recall horror of DR Congo jailbreak
Women recall being raped in prison in DR Congo, as chaos broke out after rebels advanced on Goma city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M4xQSG...
Chile power outage leaves millions without electricity
An area covering most of the country is being impacted by an ongoing power outage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7MgBWj4
Dead body placed beside Australian couple on flight
Cabin crew placed the body of a passenger who died mid-flight in an empty seat beside the pair. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Z2KfmH
BBC Verify: How much has the US spent on aid to Ukraine?
US President Donald Trump claims the US has outspent Europe on aid to Ukraine by over $200bn. BBC Verify's Nick Eardley fact-checks Trum...
Monday, February 24, 2025
Ex-surgeon admits 'despicable acts' in French child abuse trial
Joel Le Scouarnec is accused of assaulting or raping 299 people, the vast majority under 15 years old. from BBC News https://ift.tt/09KFzW...
Killing Me Softly singer Roberta Flack dies aged 88
The star's other hits included The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and Feel Like Makin' Love. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h30l1Sr...
Starbucks axes 1,100 jobs in bid for US turnaround
It is also simplifying the menu, including dropping the Royal English Breakfast Latte in the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8LDvg53
Sunday, February 23, 2025
List weekly accomplishments or resign, Musk tells US federal workers
The weekend email comes as Elon Musk leads an effort to aggressively curtail the government workforce. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FgxM7Q...
Watch: A real-life flying car takes to the skies
From science-fiction to the real world, flying cars are here - but could the concept actually take off? from BBC News https://ift.tt/qtmyH...
Germany's Friedrich Merz: The risk-taker who flirted with far right
A look at the conservative leader who broke a German taboo by accepting support from the AfD. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KpDj8f2
Pope's condition 'remains critical', Vatican says
The pontiff "continues to be alert and well oriented" and has not had any further respiratory crises, the Vatican said. from BBC...
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Family of Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas says new returned body is hers
It comes as a six hostages and over 600 Palestinian prisoners are exchanged on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rhf4o3Z
California asks US government for billions in fire relief funds
Governor Gavin Newsom said the requested funds will help in immediate and long-term recovery work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dCFfXW9
Friday, February 21, 2025
Salman Rushdie attacker found guilty of attempted murder and assault
Hadi Matar stabbed the renowned British-Indian author multiple times on stage at a New York lecture. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NBUrSHD ...
'The smallest coffins are the heaviest': Israel grieves youngest hostages
The return of the children in coffins, and their mother's absence, is being painfully felt across the country. from BBC News https://i...
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Three buses explode in Israel in 'suspected terror attack', police say
There have been no reports of casualties at this stage, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sjw13EO
Watch: Tourists warned to stay away from Mount Etna lava
Italian authorities say people have been injured after venturing too close to the red-hot lava. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9mpBKLF
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
SpaceX rocket debris crashes into Poland
Debris from a Space X Falcon 9 rocket lit up skies across Europe before crashing into Poland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KVzLj4D
Russian mafia money-laundering ring broken up in Spain
Police say they arrested 14 people in raids in Spain and Portugal last month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jhFVLdy
'Help us': Hundreds deported from US held in Panama hotel
Indians, Afghans and Sri Lankans are among the undocumented migrants unable to leave the hotel after being deported. from BBC News https:/...
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Israeli troops stay inside south Lebanon after withdrawal deadline
Soldiers will stay in five places around the border, Israel says - a move condemned by Lebanon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6iwbWyD
Pope Francis has pneumonia in both lungs, Vatican says
It said lab tests, a chest X-ray and the Pope's clinical condition "continue to present a complex picture". from BBC News ht...
'Everyone must go': New Zealand's tourism drive draws ire
What was meant as a catchy tagline has been dubbed tone-deaf amid high emigration and unemployment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3zRsEnh
Monday, February 17, 2025
Why Saudi Arabia is the venue of choice for Trump talks on Ukraine
The kingdom has gone from pariah to potential peacemaker in recent years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZsdrLXo
Can Europe and UK persuade Trump they're relevant to Ukraine's future?
Europe's hastily convened security summit in Paris is proof of leaders' anxiety about their role in defending Ukraine, the BBC's...
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Illegal and unseen: Nine surprising facts about Indians in the US
Indians make up only a small share of the overall unauthorised migrant population in the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MHJ8SeZ
Ukraine not invited to US-Russia peace talks, source tells BBC
A Ukrainian government source told the BBC Kyiv would not be present at the proposed peace talks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Rs5Ty2
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Cover up or pay a fine, Portugal's Albufeira warns
Wearing bikinis and going shirtless may soon be banned in the city, as it fights against badly behaved tourists. from BBC News https://ift...
Friday, February 14, 2025
Ukraine end game: What each side wants from a peace deal
Donald Trump's phone call with Putin has shocked both Ukraine's president Zelensky and allies alike, but is it enough to start peace...
DR Congo M23 rebels close in on second major city
The militants' rapid progress comes despite calls for a ceasefire and a resumption of peace talks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N7tHCr...
Pope to be admitted to hospital for bronchitis
The Pope has had bronchitis symptoms for several days leading to other officials reading his speeches. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wCfQvO...
JD Vance attacks Europe over free speech and migration
The vice-president's speech at the Munich Security Conference was denounced by several European leaders. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Thursday, February 13, 2025
€5m worth of cocaine seized in Kildare
Approximately 72 kilos of cocaine was discovered following a stop and search in the Allenwood area of Kildare from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Santorini fears for summer tourist season as earthquakes hit island
The Greek island's most important industry will bounce back, but staffing is a worry say hoteliers from BBC News https://ift.tt/f7kLcy...
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Salman Rushdie testifies he thought he was dying after stabbing
The author says he felt like he was lying in "a lake of blood" after he was attacked on stage in New York state. from BBC News h...
Stripey-faced fish named after warrior princess San
The newly discovered fish has stripes on its face like the Studio Ghibli warrior princess. from BBC News https://ift.tt/viRsH2m
Elderly hostage in Gaza was killed in 7 October attack, Israel says
The 86-year-old is one of the hostages meant to be freed by Hamas within the next three weeks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9XvwiRp
Monday, February 10, 2025
Romania president resigns after impeachment pressure over cancelled vote
His exit comes as political opponents had sought to remove him over remaining in office beyond the end of his term. from BBC News https://...
Saudi PhD student freed after being jailed over posts, activists say
Leeds University student Salma al-Shehab was jailed over social media posts critical of Saudi Arabia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KWt6Cvk...
South Africa mourns pioneering female nuclear scientist
Senamile Masango, dubbed by some as the "queen of science", set out to inspire a younger generation. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Sunday, February 9, 2025
Doge will look at military spending, says Trump as he defends Musk
The president dismissed conflict-of-interest concerns and promised more cuts 'maybe in 24 hours'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cHO...
Bodies of migrants found in Libya mass grave, authorities say
It comes just days after another mass grave with 19 bodies was found on a farm nearby. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZsDwK1y
Kosovo PM's party leading but short of majority, exit poll shows
Alvin Kurti's party is on track to come first in Kosovo's parliamentary election but not be able to govern alone, an exit poll predi...
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Dozens killed in bus crash in southern Mexico
The bus operator says 48 people had been travelling on the Cancun to Tabasco bus service. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xzryAT6
Musk's Doge takes aim at US consumer protection agency
The billionaire aide to Donald Trump indicates he wants to see the end of an agency founded after the financial crash of 2007-8. from BBC ...
African summit urges immediate DR Congo ceasefire
Leaders from east and southern Africa call on all warring parties - including the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels - to meet within five days. fro...
Friday, February 7, 2025
15 things Trump and his team did this week
In his third week back in office, Trump took action on issues from transgender competitors in women's sports to Gaza. from BBC News ht...
Trump suspends tariffs on small packages from China
The order ending duty-free shipment of packages from China worth less than $800 had caused chaos. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cEaHUzG
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Mandatory jail for Nazi salutes under new Australia laws
The new laws come amid a wave of high profile antisemitic attacks which have become a heated topic of debate. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Player was 'overwhelmed' after World Cup kiss, court hears
Teammates of Jenni Hermoso have testified in a trial over a kiss between her and former football chief Luis Rubiales. from BBC News https:...
Man launches fight against fine for loudspeaker call at French station
The outraged passenger hires a lawyer to dispute the fine over a public phone call in Nantes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XNDkIWi
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
BBC Verify: Can Trump really take ownership of Gaza?
BBC Verify examines international law to understand if the US has the authority to "take over" the Gaza Strip. from BBC News htt...
Analysis: Trump's real-estate instincts clash with his America First worldview
This isn't the first time he has seen a foreign policy problem as a business opportunity, writes Anthony Zurcher. from BBC News https:...
Hunger-striking journalist challenges Georgia's government from jail
Mzia Amaglobeli is accused of slapping a police chief but her detention has made her a symbol of resistance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
'Both sides suffer' - Shanghai residents on tensions over tariffs
Residents of China's largest city gave their thoughts on Trump's tariffs and their nation's response. from BBC News https://if...
Monday, February 3, 2025
Guillain-Barre syndrome: India faces outbreak of creeping paralysis
GBS is a rare disorder where the immune system attacks nerve cells, causing paralysis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s8itvrc
BBC joins Gazan girl, 2, on leg of trip to Jordan for life-saving treatment
Two-year-old Habiba al-Askari needs advanced medical treatment for a rare disease. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G38OkEy
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawyers spar during first court hearing
Each lawyer claimed the other was attacking their client outside of court. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ip4njLh
Sunday, February 2, 2025
Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX win early Grammys
The first of 94 trophies is handed out in Los Angeles, as the 67th Grammy Awards get underway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NY2RkPZ
Around 160,000 protest against far-right in Berlin
The protests came after some parties voted alongside the far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), over a non-binding resolution on im...
Victims of Philadelphia air ambulance crash named
Investigators have not been able to locate the aircraft's black box yet, which could provide clues into the cause of the crash. from B...
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Nasa needs saving from itself – but is this billionaire right for that job?
The success of SpaceX, Blue Origin and other private-sector space firms are throwing up hard questions about the direction of America's ...
Four dead in Russian strike on Kursk school, Ukraine says
The Ukrainian army said four people were killed and dozens injured in the Kursk region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pwJV2d5
Friday, January 31, 2025
Trump's tariffs hit China hard before - this time, it's ready
Trump has threatened a 10% levy from 1 February - but his campaign included 60% tariffs against Chinese imports. from BBC News https://ift...
Canada, Mexico and China face tariffs on Saturday, White House says
Canadian oil will be hit with a lower levy of 10%, likely by mid-February, President Trump says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EI8uF4S
At least 700 killed in DR Congo fighting since Sunday - UN
The UN estimates another 2,800 were injured as M23 rebels captured the eastern city of Goma. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tW0blD7
Thursday, January 30, 2025
Combative Trump takes aim at diversity policies after air tragedy
The president started as "consoler-in-chief" as he addressed the nation, but quickly pivoted into political blame, writes the BBC...
Palestinian born after father was jailed hugs him for first time
There were jubilant scenes in the West Bank as more Palestinians were released on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tB9AiON
Eight Israeli and Thai hostages released from Gaza
Israel freed 110 Palestinian prisoners from its jails - prompting scenes of celebration in Ramallah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s3ZGa8b ...
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Massive avalanche kills skier in French Alps
The Brazilian-Portuguese national was found dead by mountain rescuers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/evqTd6U
Three military-run states leave West African bloc - what will change?
In a huge blow to Ecowas, Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger are leaving to forge ahead with their own group. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UYiE5...
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Doomsday Clock moved closest ever to destruction
The symbolic clock is set at 89 seconds to midnight, with nuclear threats, AI misuses and climate change being the key factors. from BBC N...
Israel says Netanyahu invited to meet Trump at White House next week
The 4 February meeting would come after comments from Trump on relocating Palestinians to Egypt and Jordan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v...
Danish PM in whirlwind EU trip as Greenland unease grows
The Danish PM's tour of three capitals betrayed the nervousness felt in Denmark over Trump's repeated comments. from BBC News http...
Monday, January 27, 2025
Backlash in Kenya over livestock vaccines and belching cows
Why there is growing scepticism in Kenya over a plan to vaccinate the national herd. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n0cFoH1
Is China's AI tool DeepSeek as good as it seems?
The artificial intelligence (AI) tool has shocked US markets after bursting onto the scene. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZtL8rPO
Survivors of Auschwitz deliver warning from history as memories die out
World leaders rubbed shoulders with 56 survivors of Hitler's death camp as they marked 80 years since its liberation. from BBC News ht...
Denmark to spend billions more on Arctic security
The move comes after President Donald Trump said he wants to acquire Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. from BBC News https://ift....
Sunday, January 26, 2025
Three children drown every day in India's wetlands. But mothers are fighting back
Mothers in the harsh Sundarbans delta are battling the rising tide of child drownings. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1SjNnwA
Six hostages to be freed and Gazans to be allowed north - Israel
The hostages include Arbel Yehud - the civilian at the centre of a row which has led to Israel blocking the return of Gazans to north Gaza. ...
My opponents choose jail and exile, Lukashenko tells BBC
On election day, the unchallenged Belarus leader exchanges arguments with the BBC Russia editor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LHGQM5v
Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Colombia as deported migrant flights denied
It comes after Colombian President Gustavo Petro denied entry on Colombian soil of US military planes carrying deported migrants. from BBC...
Saturday, January 25, 2025
200 Palestinian prisoners released to jubilant scenes in West Bank
The prisoners were released in exchange for four female hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1hTUiKX
Trump fires at least a dozen government watchdogs
Democrats described Trump's late-night firing of the federal agency inspectors general as an 'attack on Democracy'. from BBC N...
Palestinians' return on hold as Israel accuses Hamas of breaching truce deal
Israel says it will not open a key road until plans are in place for the release of an Israeli civilian. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UH4L...
Friday, January 24, 2025
Rig disaster families welcome critical study
The families of those killed are reacting to a new report which found they were failed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zuKQxeh
US issues pause on foreign aid, leaked memo says
The State Department notice appears to affect everything from development assistance to military aid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fn4hWvq...
Slovak opposition protests as PM Fico warns of coup
Tens of thousands come onto the streets, as Robert Fico threatens to deport foreigners he says are fomenting a coup. from BBC News https:/...
Bulgarian woman based in UK denies spying for Russia
Katrin Ivanova denied knowing that information she gathered would be sent to Moscow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HCrjlMZ
Thursday, January 23, 2025
Afghan refugees feel 'betrayed' by Trump order blocking move to US
Several Afghans tell the BBC the US has "turned its back" on them, despite years of working alongside Americans in Afghanistan. ...
US government workers told to report DEI efforts or face 'consequences'
Government employees received emails threatening "consequences" if they did not report DEI work to the White House. from BBC New...
Purdue and Sackler family agree $7.4bn opioid settlement
Under the terms, the opioid maker agreed to pay $900m, and the family behind it agreed to pay up to $6.5bn. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E...
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
'We have been ready for so long': Thailand legalises same-sex marriage
It means LGBT couples now have the same rights as any other couple - the culmination of a decades-long campaign. from BBC News https://ift...
Trump tells Putin to end 'ridiculous war' in Ukraine or face new sanctions
The US president says he is offering Moscow a "big favour" by helping Russia and Ukraine reach a deal. from BBC News https://ift...
New fast-growing wildfire erupts near Los Angeles
The out-of-control blaze has grown to more than 5,000 acres in just two hours fuelled by strong winds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bOv0I9...
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
US exit from WHO could see fifth of budget disappear
Trump has long been critical of how the Geneva-based institution handled the Covid-19 pandemic. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zVfRNHG
BBC Verify: Can Donald Trump really rename the Gulf of Mexico?
The new US President wants to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. How would that work? from BBC News https://ift.tt/KBrxNqh ...
Ukrainian chief army psychiatrist arrested on $1m corruption charge
The man owned several properties as well as four BMW luxury cars, the Ukrainian security service said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KPhwTX...
Monday, January 20, 2025
'In every street there are dead': Gaza rescuers reckon with scale of destruction
Gaza's Civil Defence agency said it feared there were more than 10,000 bodies still buried under rubble. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Donald Trump promises 'golden age' in first speech as 47th US President
The US president spoke about his plans for the second Trump administration, as well as criticising the 'corrupt establishment'. fr...
Influencers, tech bros, MMA fighters: Trump's inauguration guests
The inauguration guestlist features unlikely names including MMA fighter Conor McGregor and influencer Jake Paul. from BBC News https://if...
Sunday, January 19, 2025
Watch: Three freed Israeli hostages arrive in Israel
Doron Steinbrecher, 31, Emily Damari, 28, and Romi Gonen, 24, were seen getting out of a Red Cross vehicle, in footage released by the Israe...
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Fuel tanker explosion kills dozens of people in Nigeria
People had rushed to collect fuel from the tanker after it overturned in a crash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mRHU2FT
Two Iranian supreme court judges shot dead
The attacker reportedly used a handgun to shoot both judges, before killing himself. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jF7AoHl
Trump illegal migrant raids to start on day one
Tom Homan, the incoming "border tsar", has promised a big raid on illegal immigrants in Chicago and elsewhere. from BBC News htt...
Friday, January 17, 2025
US grounds SpaceX's Starship after test flight explosion
The rocket's upper stage disintegrated over the Caribbean, forcing airline flights to alter course. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zDRPW...
'Once-in-a-century' discovery reveals spectacular luxury of Pompeii
A huge private bathhouse is found after lying hidden for 2,000 years under volcanic rock and ash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z1B2NmF
Russia and Iran move to strengthen military ties
The two countries sign a 20-year treaty covering areas ranging from defence and technology to energy and trade. from BBC News https://ift....
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Bowen: Long-overdue ceasefire may stop the killing but won't end the conflict
The truce should get Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners home, but the conflict remains as bitter as ever. from BBC News https://if...
Ghanaian music legend who founded Afro-rock band Osibisa dies
Osibisa was one of the first African bands to gain international recognition, in the 1970s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/81F2pwM
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Watch: Huge clouds of water and fire retardant dumped on LA wildfires
Fire crews have been dropping water and fire retardant on blazes around Los Angeles since last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NCuvrBz ...
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Why India is reaching out to the Taliban now
Last week, India’s top diplomat met a senior Taliban minister, the highest-level engagement since Kabul's fall. from BBC News https://...
US to remove Cuba from state sponsors of terror list
President Biden moves to reverse the designation introduced by Donald Trump before he returns to office. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rKnU...
Monday, January 13, 2025
Rare comet may be visible for first time in 160,000 years
Comet C/2024 G3 could shine as bright as Venus due to its close proximity to the Sun. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vv4gHQs
Ghana to investigate controversial $400m cathedral project
Critics say the money could be put to better use in at a time when the country is struggling economically. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pu...
Sunday, January 12, 2025
The truth behind your £10 dress: Inside the Chinese factories fuelling Shein's success
Workers making clothes for the fast fashion giant tell the BBC they labour for up to 75 hours a week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Xv4V2r...
Canada the 51st US state? Trudeau says 'not going to happen'
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canadians are "very, very proud of being Canadian". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pq3diCf
Austrian woman kidnapped by unknown assailants in Niger
The woman has lived in Niger for over two decades and is a fixture in her community, reports say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tJGo08E
Saturday, January 11, 2025
'I got death threats when men thought I put feminist gesture in video game'
Young male gamers thought it resembled a gesture used by a radical feminist community to poke fun at the size of men’s penises. from BBC N...
Jack Smith resigns from Justice Department
His exit comes amid a dispute over his report into Donald Trump's handling of classified documents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wba8B...
Dozens injured after Strasbourg tram collision
Two trams collide at the French city's main train station, a prefecture spokesperson says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kiIZy8B
Friday, January 10, 2025
In court with the '9/11 mastermind', two decades after his arrest
Legal disputes leave Khalid Sheikh Mohammed in limbo as the population dwindles at Guantanamo Bay from BBC News https://ift.tt/BgSZnOE
Meta axes diversity programmes joining US corporate rollback
It joins Walmart, McDonald's and other companies in a similar move regarding diversity efforts since Trump's re-election. from BBC...
Passengers evacuate plane on snowy tarmac amid storm
The Delta flight, with more than 200 passengers on board, was suspended shortly after takeoff due to engine issues. from BBC News https://...
Gaza war death toll could be significantly higher, researchers say
A study in The Lancet suggests Gaza ministry of health figures over a nine-month period might be too low. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tIe...
Thursday, January 9, 2025
The '9/11 mastermind' wants to plead guilty. Why is the US trying to stop him?
A day before the pleas are due, there is disagreement among victims' families, US officials and legal teams from BBC News https://ift....
Residents return to burned homes as LA fires rage on
Families are assessing the damage to their properties and communities as some of the fires are 0% contained. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Danes struggle with response to Trump Greenland threat
Copenhagen's grey winter skies match the mood among politicians and business leaders in the face of a crisis. from BBC News https://if...
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Ros Atkins on...Trump's threats to Greenland
The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins takes a look at why President-elect Donald Trump is talking about annexing Greenland. from BBC Ne...
BBC reporter surrounded by LA fire destruction
Emma Vardy assesses the damage along Pacific Coast Highway, as winds continue to worsen the fires in the area. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Explosive fertiliser in Ivory Coast harbour nothing to fear, officials say
Abidjan residents and environmentalists raise concerns after part of the same shipment was dumped in the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Europe leaders criticise Musk attacks
Although some of Europe's leaders have found favour with the billionaire, others are worried by his interventions. from BBC News https...
Trump threatens "very high" tariffs on Denmark over Greenland
Donald Trump also vows to change the Gulf of Mexico's name and repeats promises to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico. from BBC News ...
Monday, January 6, 2025
Trump Jr to visit Greenland after father repeats desire for US ownership
The president-elect says US control of Greenland is an "absolute necessity". from BBC News https://ift.tt/K29w6ls
Trump asks court to postpone sentencing ahead of inauguration
Trump's lawyers said they would appeal the decision as sentencing in his New York criminal case looms from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zgc...
Apple says it will update AI feature after BBC complaint
One of Apple's new artificial intelligence feature is facing criticism for generating inaccurate news alerts. from BBC News https://if...
Why the Trudeau era has come to an end now
A self-described fighter, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ignored calls for him to step down - until he couldn't. from BBC News https://...
Sunday, January 5, 2025
Hamas lists 34 hostages it may free under ceasefire
The list is released as new Israeli air strikes kill dozens in Gaza over the weekend. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8ud4qWo
Saving a species: The slow return of the Iberian lynx
After edging close to extinction, there are now some 2,000 Iberian lynxes in Spain and Portugal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Y3Xhma
Channel migrants: The real reason so many are fleeing Vietnam
More Vietnamese attempted small-boat crossings in early 2024 than any other nationality - what makes them risk this dangerous journey? fro...
New Orleans attacker wore Meta smart glasses - what else do we know?
He placed explosives in the area before changing clothes and driving into pedestrians. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M46HuqX
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Austria's chancellor to quit as coalition talks collapse
Karl Nehammer says he will resign in the coming days after talks on forming a government without the far right break up. from BBC News htt...
The year China's famous road-tripping 'auntie' found freedom
Su Min, 60, became a feminist icon after she left her abusive husband and started travelling through China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z...
Watch: Michael J Fox, Bono and Anna Wintour awarded Medal of Freedom
President Joe Biden gave the US's highest civilian honour to 19 people, including Denzel Washington and Hillary Clinton. from BBC News...
Washington Post cartoonist quits after Bezos satire is rejected
The newspaper decided not to run Ann Telnaes' cartoon of tycoons kneeling before Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Q7yNCL
Friday, January 3, 2025
Last hope for Indian nurse on death row in Yemen: pardon from victim's family
Time is running out for Nimisha Priya, who was convicted for the murder of a Yemeni man in 2017. from BBC News https://ift.tt/09MvKGZ
Johnson re-elected as House Speaker in razor-tight margin
Republican Mike Johnson could only lose two votes from his own party in his bid for speaker re-election, and he nearly did. from BBC News ...
China's overqualified youth taking jobs as drivers, labourers and film extras
With high youth unemployment rates, Chinese graduates are resorting to working as waiters, cleaners and movie extras. from BBC News https:...
Trump to be sentenced over hush money case but judge signals no jail time
Trump had attempted to use his presidential election victory to dismiss the case against him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uOnrAfW
Thursday, January 2, 2025
Watch: Mixed emotions as people return to street of New Orleans attack
As businesses and bars re-open, the BBC's Carl Nasman talks to people returning to Bourbon Street. from BBC News https://ift.tt/keOFM0...
Rosita Missoni, co-founder of Italian label, dies aged 93
Lombardy's president, who confirmed the news, says Missoni's death is "a great loss for Italy". from BBC News https://if...
Person in exploded Cybertruck believed to be elite soldier
Las Vegas police said the the person found in the vehicle with a gunshot wound to the head was Green Beret Matthew Livelsberger. from BBC ...
Names of 425,000 suspected Nazi collaborators published
The names of Dutch people investigated for working with the Nazis during World War 2 are available online for the first time. from BBC New...
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Watch: How day of deadly New Orleans attack unfolded
The FBI is investigating after a man drove a truck into a crowded party district, killing 15 and injuring dozens. from BBC News https://if...
One killed as cybertruck explodes at Trump Las Vegas hotel
The driver was killed and seven people were injured in the explosion, police said without naming any suspects. from BBC News https://ift.t...
What we know about the New Orleans attacker
The man who drove into a large crowd in the French Quarter was identified as Shamsud Din Jabbar, a US citizen and Army veteran. from BBC N...
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
FBI makes what may be its biggest bomb find ever
More than 150 explosive devices are discovered during a raid on a farm in Virginia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J1o69fu
Ukraine to end transit of Russian gas into Europe
President Zelensky said his country would not allow Russia to "earn additional billions on our blood". from BBC News https://ift...
Police identify woman set on fire in deadly New York City attack
Authorities identified Debrina Kawam, 61, of New Jersey as the victim of the 22 December attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5n4CaQU
Monday, December 30, 2024
Jimmy Carter's legacy... in his own words
A look back through the BBC archive of interviews with the former president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F5OG2iC
Tears as families reunited in Russia-Ukraine prisoner exchange
The BBC's Will Vernon reports amid emotional scenes as freed prisoners arrive in Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fOt9aLg
Iran confirms arrest of Italian journalist
Cecilia Sala could be used as "political leverage" after an Iranian citizen was detained by Italy, a US state department spokesman...
Sunday, December 29, 2024
Watch: A look back at Jimmy Carter's life
The former US president and Nobel Peace Prize winner has passed away at the age of 100. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mt1GEgx
Tourist killed in shark attack off Egyptian coast
Egypt's environment ministry says the attack occurred in "deep waters outside of the designated swimming area". from BBC New...
Nigerians take to the streets for Calabar Carnival
Pictures of revellers from the Calabar Carnival marking Christmas in the southern Nigeria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rTjtwV6
Saturday, December 28, 2024
Watch: Huge waves strike Peruvian coastline
Videos show waves reported to be up to four metres high upending boats and deluging towns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LNrWmnB
Model Dayle Haddon dies in carbon monoxide leak
The 76-year-old appeared on the front of magazines including Sports Illustrated and Vogue Paris. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e8LNZXm
S Korean president accused of ordering use of guns to stop martial law vote
Yoon Suk Yeol told authorised soldiers to break down doors and drag politicians out of parliament, prosecutors say. from BBC News https://...
Friday, December 27, 2024
Cracks appear in Maga world over US foreign worker visas
Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk argue for skilled visas - but Trump and other supporters disagree. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B9ZFi7z
Man charged with murder, arson in NYC subway killing
Sebastian Zapeta is accused of setting a woman on fire and fanning the flames. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PzJkCcK
Houthis vow to continue attacking Israel despite strikes on Yemen
An official says the Yemeni group will not stop until the war in Gaza ends, as Israel's PM says it is "just getting started". ...
Thursday, December 26, 2024
The Nigerian watch-lover lost in time
For years repairing watches was a booming business, but a Kaduna horologist now has time on his hands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R8IGqc...
Indian show renews interest in 1970s dance style from America's gay clubs
Waack Girls tells the story of six women who discover themselves as they learn the dance form waacking. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LhZMg...
Two die in Sydney to Hobart yacht race
The two crew members died in separate incidents, both after being hit by a boat's boom. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RzkCqtw
Israeli strikes hit Yemen airport and power station
Video shows chaos inside an airport terminal in Sanaa, as passengers flee the strikes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yNthf4g
Wednesday, December 25, 2024
Illegal trade booms in South Africa's 'super-strange looking' plants
A biodiversity hotspot has become the stomping ground of poachers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VlMEkS8
Bird flu kills 20 big cats at US animal sanctuary
The animals - including a Bengal tiger, cougars and bobcats - have died of the virus over the past several weeks. from BBC News https://if...
Hundreds escape Mozambique prison amid election protests
The prisoners took advantage of ongoing political unrest triggered by disputed poll results, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kNQF...
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
Modernism and Islamic motifs: How Indian artists envisioned Christ's birth
Over the centuries, painters in India have depicted Jesus's birth from a uniquely local perspective. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hpWM...
Pope opens Holy Door to kick off special jubilee year
More than 30 million Catholic pilgrims are expected to head to Rome for the jubilee, which takes place once every 25 years. from BBC News ...
Monday, December 23, 2024
Spacecraft attempts closest ever approach to Sun
It will plunge into our star's outer atmosphere to uncover its secrets from BBC News https://ift.tt/wD9j4zP
Israeli confirms it killed Hamas leader Haniyeh in Tehran
Ismail Haniyeh was Hamas's most prominent leader until his death in July. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZGfPapT
Scientists unveil 50,000-year-old baby mammoth remains
"Yana" is the latest pre-historic discovery in a crater in a remote region of Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zHVTd5k
Sunday, December 22, 2024
Heroism attributed to suspect Luigi Mangione alarming - Mayorkas
The US Homeland Security Secretary says rhetoric about the murder suspect is concerning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tFIbL4w
Watch: Police officer dressed as the Grinch leads drug raid
An officer in Peru smashed a suspected drug dealer's door in, while clad as Dr Seuss' famous character. from BBC News https://ift....
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Lara Trump withdraws name from consideration for US Senate
The president-elect's daughter-in-law had been spoken of as a replacement for Senator Marco Rubio. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LAPjDw...
Blake Lively accuses co-star Justin Baldoni of smear campaign
Mr Baldoni's lawyer says the allegations are "categorically false" and a "desperate attempt to 'fix' her negative...
Watch: Germany grapples with another Christmas market attack
The BBC's Bethany Bell reports from the empty Magdeburg market, on what should be one of the busiest nights of the season. from BBC Ne...
Friday, December 20, 2024
Video shows arrest of German Christmas market attack suspect
Footage from German broadcaster MDR shows police confronting a man lying on the floor by a car. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dh6tRn3
Volkswagen agrees deal to avoid German plant closures
VW and a union have, however, agreed to cut more than 35,000 jobs across the country by 2030. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y5FO6fI
Car driven into crowd at German Christmas market, reports say
At least one person has been killed, Magdeburg's local public broadcaster reports, citing police. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zYMSHda...
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Syria rebel leader dismisses controversy over photo with woman
Both liberals and conservatives criticised Ahmed al-Sharaa, after he asked the woman to cover her hair before the picture. from BBC News h...
Congress in disarray and shutdown looms as Trump, Musk slam spending deal
The president-elect and Elon Musk rejected the bipartisan spending plan that would prevent a government shutdown. from BBC News https://if...
Paul Pogba's brother jailed for extorting ex-footballer
Five other men received sentences of between four and eight years for extorting the French footballer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zDgbEr...
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
United Front: China's 'magic weapon' caught in a spy controversy
The UFWD is a decades-old - and increasingly controversial - arm of China's Communist Party. What does it do? from BBC News https://if...
Syria not a threat to world, rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa tells BBC
In an interview with Jeremy Bowen, the leader of the rebel group HTS says sanctions on Syria should be lifted. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Embattled Liberian speaker questioned by police over parliament fire
A huge fire breaks out at Liberia's Capitol building a day after it was the scene of a bitter dispute. from BBC News https://ift.tt/an...
Thirteen dead after naval speedboat hits ferry off Mumbai
Three navy personnel are among the dead, while more than 100 people have been rescued, an official said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cCxV...
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Fire erupts after lightning strike ruptures gas line in Tennessee
The damaged pipeline sparked a massive fire prompting road closures and emergency responses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Ql7cx4
Ros Atkins On... Igor Kirillov's death
The BBC's Analysis Editor, along with BBC Verify, takes a look at material from the scene to assess what we know. from BBC News https:...
Garage CCTV shows moment earthquake hits Vanuatu
Footage shows people running and items falling off shelves as the earthquake strikes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZSCD5y7
Monday, December 16, 2024
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz loses confidence vote
Despite losing, the result was the outcome the SDP leader wanted and paves the way for early elections. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OdPAK...
Kenyan gets 50 years for murder of LGBTQ+ activist
Jacktone Odhiambo fell down and cried after the judge sentenced him for killing Edwin Chiloba. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZbIReAO
Fear of a reckoning simmers in Assad's Alawite heartland
Quentin Sommerville is on patrol with HTS in Latakia, as they pledge to protect minorities. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M8hqGTP
Sunday, December 15, 2024
US officials in 'direct contact' with victorious Syria rebels
Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirms contact with the HTS group, despite it still being on the US terrorism list. from BBC News http...
'We just need peace': BBC speaks to Syrians watching Israel's incursion
As Israel unveils plans to expand its Golan Heights settlements, Syrians living nearby say they want an end to conflict. from BBC News htt...
Several hundred feared dead after Mayotte cyclone
A local official warns the full extent of the damage is still being assessed, with entire communities devastated. from BBC News https://if...
Australia says 'Bali Nine' drug smugglers have returned home
The five remaining members of the drug ring have returned home after almost 20 years in Indonesian prison. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5s...
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Fears of heavy death toll after cyclone hits island Mayotte
There are reports of severe damage on the French Indian Ocean territory after it was struck by Cyclone Chido. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Last bone surgeon in northern Gaza killed, Palestinians say
Dr Sayeed Joudeh had come out of retirement to help during the war between Israel and Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tQRgNpT
Watch: BBC sees "anger and frustration" on streets of Tbilisi
Large crowds of protesters gather outside the Georgian parliament to object to the appointment of a new president. from BBC News https://i...
Ukraine demands Fifa apology over Crimea map
The country criticises a map shown at a Fifa presentation that appeared to exclude Crimea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mzU2YWO
Friday, December 13, 2024
Nancy Pelosi in hospital after injury on overseas trip
The former House speaker suffered an unspecified injury while on an official trip to Luxembourg, her office says. from BBC News https://if...
Bolivia extradites former anti-drugs chief to US on drug trafficking charges
Maximiliano Dávila is accused of facilitating cocaine smuggling to the United States. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OyTa5JF
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Children as young as 10 will face adult jail time in Australian state
Queensland's new laws will see children found guilty of serious crimes given harsher penalties. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eOcaJZ3
Selena Gomez announces engagement to Benny Blanco
The singer and actress wrote "forever begins now" as she posted an engagement ring picture on Instagram. from BBC News https://i...
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
The 50 men accused in mass rape of Gisèle Pelicot
The men accused of raping Gisèle Pelicot have been dubbed Monsieur-Tout-Le-Monde as they broadly represent a microcosm of French society. ...
S Korea ex-minister linked to martial law move attempts to take his life
Former South Korean defence minister Kim Yong-hyun has attempted to take his life, an official said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bfn8cYM ...
Israel seizing on Syria chaos to strike military assets
Israel has attacked Syrian military assets and has troops operating in the Golan buffer zone and slightly beyond. from BBC News https://if...
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Murdoch loses bid to change trust in real-life 'Succession' battle
The court says Murdoch acted in "bad faith" by trying to give control of his empire to his eldest son. from BBC News https://ift...
Jamie Foxx reveals he had a stroke in 2023
The Hollywood star said he cannot remember the first 20 days following the stroke in April last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dZMgJkQ...
Monday, December 9, 2024
Assad's police threatened to bury me and my reporting. Now I'm back, and free
The BBC's Lina Sinjab - who fled Damascus 2013 as it was engulfed in war – reflects on her return to the city. from BBC News https://i...
Jay-Z accused with Diddy in lawsuit of raping girl, 13, in 2000
Jay-Z has dismissed the action as a "blackmail attempt", while Diddy has denied the claims against him. from BBC News https://if...
Comeback victory confirmed for Ghana's John Mahama
The man who led Ghana from 2012 to 2017 is once again elected president, official results show. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qv5SxNQ
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Raygun musical cancelled after viral Olympian's legal threat
Creator Steph Broadbridge says lawyers for Rachael Gunn sent a cease and desist letter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YirV1Sh
Footage shows people emerging from Assad's notorious prisons
Rebels have freed thousands of detainees from jails as they swept across the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/24fO8Qg
Raygun musical cancelled after viral Olympian's legal threat
Creator Steph Broadbridge says lawyers for Rachael Gunn sent a cease and desist letter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YirV1Sh
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Where is Bashar? Rumours swirl despite official denials
Rumours surround the whereabouts of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, as rebels make advances into the capital city's suburbs. from BB...
Prince William meets Trump at Notre-Dame reopening
William joins other world leaders in Paris for the ceremonial reopening of the world-famous cathedral. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Yn63jN...
Dorothy's ruby slippers to be auctioned off
The shoes, which could fetch as much as $3m, were worn by actress Judy Garland in the classic 1939 movie The Wizard of Oz. from BBC News h...
Vote counting begins in Ghana as new president awaits
The West African nation is guaranteed a new leader as Nana Akufo-Addo steps down after serving two terms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZkN...
Friday, December 6, 2024
Romania's cancelled presidential election and why it matters
A court ruling follows intelligence allegations of Russian interference promoting a far-right candidate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fK9E...
S Korea president ordered arrest of own party leader
The head of President Yoon's party called for his suspension in a sign it may back moves to impeach him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Syria in maps: Where have anti-Assad rebels taken control?
A visual guide to the latest developments as advancing Syrian fighters set their sights on Damascus. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WLP1fOK ...
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Canada man jumps on polar bear to defend wife from attack
The man suffered serious but non-life threatening injuries during the incident in the country's far north. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Ivory Coast’s beloved staple food gains UN cultural heritage status
Attiéké is made from fermented cassava flour and has become popular across West Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QkY5LVy
Mattel sued over porn site misprint on Wicked dolls
A South Carolina mother claims her daughter visited the adult website on the doll's packaging. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nBa94Ov
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
From freedom fighter to Namibia's first female president
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has experienced exile, detention and a quarter of a century in top government posts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l...
Unknown flu-like disease kills at least 79 people in DR Congo
Authorities say those infected have symptoms including headaches, fever and a runny nose. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0IHn7gR
Guinness supplies being limited after demand soars
Guinness-maker Diageo has placed limits on wholesale distribution of the stout to pubs in Great Britain after "exceptional demand"...
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Musk's record $56bn pay deal rejected for second time
The judge upheld her previous decision, saying board members who set the pay were too heavily influenced by Mr Musk. from BBC News https:/...
Police officer uses child's bike to chase suspect on scooter
The suspect, wanted for felony theft, was later apprehended and charged. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i32xRl4
Monday, December 2, 2024
Bowen: Syria's rebel offensive is astonishing - but don't write off Assad
The country's president has already shown he is prepared to go to brutal lengths to save his regime. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dDE3...
Sunday, December 1, 2024
Snoop Dogg helps Kai Cenat reclaim Twitch subscriber record
The American has been streaming continuously for 30 days to try reclaim the record he set last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MVwJ10n ...
Belgium's sex workers get maternity leave and pensions under world-first law
They will be entitled to official employment contracts, health insurance and sick days. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SzoMTq7
Fireworks used against riot police during protests in Georgia
Fireworks used against riot police during protests in Georgia from BBC News https://ift.tt/06jOfs8
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Thousands visit site of Hassan Nasrallah's assassination
At the site of a crater left by the Israeli air strike that killed him, Nasrallah's supporters wept and chanted his name. from BBC New...
Food charity pauses Gaza work after car carrying staff hit by Israeli strike
Israel said the target of the strike was involved in the October 7 attacks and also worked at the charity World Central Kitchen. from BBC ...
World Beekeeping Awards axe honey prize due to fraud
A report found that 46% of sampled honey products had likely been bulked out with cheaper sugar syrups. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dg8Ik...
Five reported killed in Israeli strike in Gaza
Israel said the target of the strike was involved in the October 7 attacks and also worked at the charity World Central Kitchen. from BBC ...
Friday, November 29, 2024
Israel warns against returning to 60 Lebanon villages
The warning comes as Israel and Hezbollah accuse each other of breaking the fragile ceasefire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zZcSA8h
Kremlin critic jailed for three more years over Ukraine war opposition
Former Moscow councillor Alexei Gorinov had already been serving a seven-year sentence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z423rEa
Malian singer detained in Belgium in child custody row
The 50-year-old is being held after being extradited from Italy, according to reports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DT5MCNy
Thursday, November 28, 2024
Colombian navy intercepts narco-subs taking new route to Australia
A semi-submersible packed full of cocaine is the latest of a number to be seized in the Pacific Ocean. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pa458G...
Romania orders election recount after TikTok bias claims
TikTok denies it gave preferential treatment to any candidate in Romania's presidential election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EmL3sR0...
Liberia's notorious rebel-turned-senator Johnson dies
Prince Johnson oversaw the torture and killing of the then-president but was later elected to the senate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L0m...
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Missing hiker found alive after more than five weeks in wilderness
Experienced hiker Sam Benastick was reported missing 19 October in a rugged, remote part of Canada from BBC News https://ift.tt/bYPDdiC
Three Americans released in US-China prisoner exchange
The exchange was reportedly months in the making, and included the release of at least one Chinese citizen in US custody. from BBC News ht...
Numerous bomb threats made against Trump cabinet nominees
Police are investigating a wave of incidents which happened on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KldDHu5
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Watch: Netanyahu explains why Israel agreed ceasefire deal
His announcement comes after more than a year of conflict between Israeli and Hezbollah forces. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R69rGxi
Key Russian air defence system hit in Ukraine Atacms strike
In a rare admission, Russia's defence ministry says its equivalent of the US Patriot system was damaged. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Aftermath of Israeli strikes on Beirut neighbourhoods
Israel launches extensive air strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs after its military issued evacuation orders in the area. from BBC N...
Monday, November 25, 2024
Eight migrants including children drown off Greek coast
It is believed about 50 people were onboard the vessel which sank in the Aegean Sea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EdVerXf
One dead and three injured in Lithuania cargo-jet crash
The Boeing 737 crashed near a house as it was making its final approach for landing, local authorities say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V...
Sunday, November 24, 2024
'Don't drink the spirits': Laos backpackers avoid shots after suspected poisonings
The deaths of six tourists sent shock waves through the backpacker scene in Vang Vieng. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0oPfWzE
Dozens killed in Pakistan sectarian violence
More than 80 die in a tribal area of Pakistan riven by tensions between Shia and Sunni communities. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EnHFYk4
Sudan in danger of becoming a failed state, aid chief warns
Sudan is disintegrating after more than 18 months of civil war, aid chief Jan Egeland warns from BBC News https://ift.tt/GYIXa07
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Children shot dead after joining pot-banging protests in Mozambique
The southern African state has been a shaken by a wave of protests and killings since disputed elections. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UME...
'Are we not humans?': Anger in Beirut as massive Israeli strike kills 20
The death toll from the strike on a multi-storey building in central Beirut's Basta district is expected to rise. from BBC News https:...
Hamas says female hostage killed in northern Gaza
The woman's identity has not been revealed and it is unclear how or when she is said to have died. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PNWxKf...
Friday, November 22, 2024
Biden says ICC war crimes arrest warrant 'outrageous'
US President Joe Biden calls the issuing of warrants against Israeli officials including Benjamin Netanyahu "outrageous". from B...
Putin says Russia will use new missile again in 'combat conditions'
Ukraine's President Zelensky has urged a "serious response" to Moscow's use of its Oreshnik ballistic missile from BBC N...
People smugglers who promoted Tripadvisor-style video reviews caught
The smugglers offered the migrants bronze, silver, gold and platinum packages, depending on risk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v8DPgpd
COP29 overruns as poor countries seethe over climate cash
Developing nations said a new cash offer from rich nations showed "contempt for our vulnerable people". from BBC News https://if...
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Illinois Supreme Court overturns Jussie Smollett conviction for alleged hoax
Smollett, who is black and gay, was accused of lying about being the victim of a racial attack in Chicago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UL...
Thousands rush to US border before Trump takes office
Migrants from Central America are making their way to the US to avoid new immigration controls. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vyewmd5
Dozens reportedly killed in Israeli strikes on northern Gaza
Several crowded buildings in Beit Lahia and Gaza City were hit overnight, medics and local media say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P51oO4s...
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Ugandan opposition figure taken to military court after Kenya expulsion
Kizza Besigye is charged in a Ugandan military court after his wife says he was kidnapped while in Kenya. from BBC News https://ift.tt/axe...
Vatican in row at climate talks over gender rights
Charities worry it could block a crucial deal giving women more support in the face of climate change. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B1IKCW...
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Mali wins $160m in gold mining dispute after detaining British businessman
Resolute Mining's British boss Terry Holohan and two other staff were unexpectedly detained 10 days ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Gisèle Pelicot condemns rape accused and says French society must change
She has waived her right to anonymity so the entire trial can be heard in public. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5wsJjL3
Son of Norwegian princess arrested on suspicion of rape
The 27-year-old, who is the stepson of the heir to the throne, is in detention in Oslo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gAZeJm8
Monday, November 18, 2024
Fury in Russia at 'serious escalation' of missile move
What really counts is what President Putin does next, writes the BBC's Steve Rosenberg. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uKrOUYn
Delhi air pollution reaches 'severe plus' levels
India's capital Delhi is experiencing one of its most polluted days this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6LxcoRT
Sunday, November 17, 2024
Final phase for mass rape trial that has horrified France
Fifty-one men are on trial in a case that focuses on a formerly married couple, Dominique and Gisèle Pelicot. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Xi says he will work with Trump in last meeting with Biden
The incoming Trump administration loomed over Chinese President Jinping Xi's final meeting with outgoing US president Joe Biden. from ...
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Police blockade on South African miners lifted
A court says emergency workers must be allowed to enter a mine where hundreds are thought to be without food and water. from BBC News http...
Senators call for federal probe into Musk's contact with Russia
Musk’s reported relations with Russia “pose serious questions” about US national security, the Democratic senators argue. from BBC News ht...
Eight dead after stabbing at school in eastern China
A 21-year-old man has been arrested after a stabbing incident in the city of Wuxi, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3jlbeMC
Parents 'grabbed any child they could' save from Indian hospital fire
People broke windows trying to reach their children at the neonatal ward in Jhansi, local media report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pTBNt...
Friday, November 15, 2024
North Korean troops in Ukraine ‘grave escalation’, Scholz tells Putin
The German chancellor spoke to Russia's leader for the first time in nearly two years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7BU4oek
Pro-Russia bill triggers protests in Georgia breakaway region
Protesters stormed parliament and are calling for the president to resign over a Russian investment bill. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BEK...
At least 15 rescue workers killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon
It is one of the deadliest attacks of its kind involving emergency responders since the war began. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2Ojhrk8
Ten dead in fire at Spanish care home
The fire broke out in the town of Villafranca de Ebro in north-eastern Spain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SQVFLjx
Thursday, November 14, 2024
Suspects nabbed for 'man in bear suit' insurance scam
Four people are accused of using footage of a fake bear damaging luxury cars to file false insurance claims in California. from BBC News h...
The Onion buys Alex Jones's Infowars at auction
Infowars was auctioned as part of a defamation ruling after Jones falsely called the Sandy Hook School shooting a hoax. from BBC News http...
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Why is Elon Musk becoming Donald Trump's efficiency tsar?
The tech billionaire joins the incoming administration to "dismantle government bureaucracy" - but what's in it for both of th...
What a Republican trifecta means for Trump's second term
Republicans have won control of both chambers of Congress, yielding Trump limited congressional oversight for at least 2 years. from BBC N...
Trump will understand Chagos deal, UK government says
The Reform UK leader said the agreement to hand over the islands is opposed in the United States. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PQ6VlAp
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Israel has missed US deadline to boost Gaza aid, UN agency says
But Israel says it has greatly increased deliveries since being warned of cuts to military assistance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TsK7rH...
Silence falls for Armistice Day commemorations
Those who died in two world wars and other conflicts are remembered on Armistice Day across the UK and internationally. from BBC News http...
Monday, November 11, 2024
Mauritius prime minister accepts 'huge defeat' in election
"The population has decided to choose another team," says Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XTpJsMf ...
Who is Elise Stefanik, Trump's pick for UN ambassador?
Stefanik has been critical of the UN for what she argues is a lack of sufficient support for Israel's war against Hamas. from BBC News...
Sunday, November 10, 2024
Massive sex tape leak could be a ploy for power in Equatorial Guinea
Dozens of videos involving a senior civil servant in Equatorial Guinea have flooded social media, shocking people in the country. from BBC...
Power in the Palms: Inside the pilgrimage to Mar-a-Lago
Political hopefuls flock to Donald Trump's Florida home as the president-elect assembles his cabinet. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7it...
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Pompeii to cap daily tourist numbers at 20,000
Nearly 4 million people visited the ruins of the Roman city of Pompeii in 2023, a third more than the previous year. from BBC News https:/...
Candyman actor Tony Todd dies aged 69
His Candyman co-star has called him an "angel" and a "truly poetic man". from BBC News https://ift.tt/UgInSjM
Huge protest demands Valencia's governor resign
People are angry at the authorities' handling of floods which killed more than 200 people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tZoXGPw
Friday, November 8, 2024
Susie Wiles: Who is Trump's new chief of staff?
The 67-year-old - whose father was an American football star - will be the first woman in the job. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pJEM75C
COP29 chief exec filmed promoting fossil fuel deals
Undercover filming shows COP29 chief exec discussing new oil and gas projects ahead of climate summit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4WPUXq...
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Three charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
One Direction star Payne, 31, died after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bhoFuTD
US cuts interest rates as Trump election raises uncertainty
Donald Trump's plans for tax cuts and tariffs raise questions about much further the Fed might cut. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2OFKd...
Israel passes law to deport relatives of attackers, including citizens
Opponents say the legislation, which would apply to close family members, is unconstitutional. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mRyEegi
South Korean president sorry for controversies surrounding wife
The first lady is accused of accepting a luxury Dior handbag and stock manipulation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/graj49S
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Moldova cleans up its act to attract foreign businesses
Deputy PM admits former Soviet state was until recently a 'highly corrupt country' - but insists things are changing fast. from BB...
German coalition on brink of collapse after Scholz fires key minister
The chancellor said he would call a vote of confidence in his government early next year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KEbQrLu
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Algeria silent after civil war book wins top French award
Algerian Kamel Daoud wins the Prix Goncourt for his novel Houris, a searing account of his country’s 1990s conflict. from BBC News https:/...
Netflix Europe offices raided in tax fraud probe
The raid is part of an investigation in France and the Netherlands that began in November 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fn0iFJq
Monday, November 4, 2024
Mozambique presidential runner-up escapes alleged assassination attempt
Venâncio Mondlane says people tried to kill him after he went into hiding in South Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KyqtR5c
Trial begins over beheading of teacher who showed Prophet Muhammed cartoon
The history teacher was killed after giving a lesson on freedom of speech to a class of young teenagers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H1L2...
Watch: Barcelona airport and highways hit by flooding
Video shows a flooded terminal inside El Prat airport and partially submerged cars on a highway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZDir1Ew
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Queen Letizia in tears on visit to flood-hit Valencia
As anger flared in the stricken town of Paiporta, the Queen of Spain, with mud smeared on her face, was seen crying. from BBC News https:/...
Russia-friendly candidate ahead in Moldovan vote amid claims of Kremlin meddling
Alexandr Stoianoglo, backed by the pro-Russian Party of Socialists, has promised a closer relationship with Moscow. from BBC News https://...
Watch as crowd chant 'murderer' and throw objects at Spanish king
Spain's King Felipe VI is visiting the Valencia region, which has been hit by unprecedented floods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PZEfG...
Saturday, November 2, 2024
'This is my city, I have to help' - huge volunteer response in flood-hit Valencia
There has been a growing outpouring of solidarity in and around Valencia to help those affected by catastrophic flooding. from BBC News ht...
Outpouring of unity in Spain as anger grows over slow response to floods
Hundreds of volunteers take up buckets and brooms in Valencia as the government bolsters its response to the devastating floods. from BBC ...
Kim Jong Un is China's ally - but has become the 'comrade from hell'
Beijing is caught between its sanctioned neighbours, whose new alliance is causing concern. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0EsVIeT
Trapped in cars and garages: Why Valencia floods proved so deadly
Drivers trapped in cars, poor planning and extreme rainfall worsened by climate change are likely to have contributed. from BBC News https...
Friday, November 1, 2024
Spain floods: Before and after images show devastation
Satellite images and on-the-ground photos show the scale of destruction caused by the floods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8CHzs1e
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Drone strikes on civilians suggest new Russian tactics of fear in Ukraine
Ukrainians tell of their fear as BBC Verify analyses videos appearing to show drone strikes on civilians. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jqN...
Spain mourns as death toll passes 150 in catastrophic floods
At least 158 people have died in Spain's worst flooding disaster in decades as rescuers race to find victims. from BBC News https://if...
BBC visits flood devastated Paiporta where dozens have died
The BBC has visited Paiporta, Valencia, where dozens of people have been confirmed dead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y4dsyuF
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
China declares success as its youngest astronauts reach space
The BBC’s Laura Bicker sees the Shenzhou 19 spacecraft take off in a record year of space exploration. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BDxC3R...
Tensions rise in Beirut after influx of displaced people
An influx of refugees fleeing Israeli strikes risks exacerbating sectarian divisions in the Lebanese capital. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Scientists say climate change made Spanish floods worse
Climate change had a role in making the storm that hit Spain more intense and deadly, say scientists from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZQM3Gpj ...
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
France backs Morocco in dispute over Western Sahara
Paris's change of heart on the question of sovereignty over Western Sahara has angered Algeria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/omyGxDk
What is Unrwa and why has Israel banned it?
The agency provides aid for Palestinians in Gaza and elsewhere, and has long been criticised by Israel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3CaVe...
Monday, October 28, 2024
Attack on Chad military base kills at least 40 soldiers
No suspects have been named but the president has ordered a counter-mission to root out the culprits. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5hOYJZT...
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Japan's ruling party loses its majority after snap election
The prime minister announced a snap election despite voter apathy and low approval ratings. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LY0qxeM
Chaos and political drama rock Japan's snap election
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba made a political gamble, and it backfired, leaving a weakened ruling party. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pQx...
Iran leader says Israeli attack should not be 'exaggerated or downplayed'
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei refrained from pledging immediate retaliation while President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran did not seek war. from ...
Georgia's PM hails 'landslide' vote condemned as rigged by president
Irakli Kobakhidze tells the BBC he rejects vote-rigging claims, as opposition parties say they will boycott parliament. from BBC News http...
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Georgia's ruling party leads pro-EU opposition in crucial vote - projection
A partial projection by Georgia's central election commission gives the ruling party almost 53% of the vote. from BBC News https://ift...
Gaza war's 'darkest moment' unfolding in north, UN says
Volker Türk has called on world leaders to act, saying states had a duty to ensure respect for international humanitarian law. from BBC Ne...
Friday, October 25, 2024
Menendez brothers should be freed on parole, says top prosecutor
Erik and Lyle Menendez were convicted of killing their parents in a case that gained worldwide attention. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oe1...
Kurdish militant group behind attack on Turkish aerospace firm
The PKK says it targeted the defence manufacturer because the weapons it produced had killed "thousands" of Kurds. from BBC News...
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Gaza ceasefire talks to resume in coming days
The US believes the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar may open the door to an agreement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NMyUWEJ
Top LA prosecutor backs resentencing of Menendez brothers
The brothers were convicted of killing their parents in a case that gained worldwide attention. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oe1vLRT
Watch Steve Rosenberg challenge Vladimir Putin over Ukraine war
The Russian president gave a news conference after hosting a summit of world leaders in Kazan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BUJXOEp
Venice extends tourist entry fee to 2025
The fee, which only applies to daytrippers, will be in force on weekends and public holidays from April to July. from BBC News https://ift...
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Liberation theology icon and champion of the poor Gutiérrez dies
Gustavo Gutiérrez founded liberation theology, both revered and reviled in the Catholic Church. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4NKBGkJ
US top diplomat issues warning to Israel over Gaza aid
Antony Blinken has told Israel there may be consequences if more aid does not flow to civilians in northern Gaza. from BBC News https://if...
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
McDonald's burgers linked to E. coli outbreak in the US
At least 49 people have been sickened and one person has died, according to the CDC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r6Mf1kA
German police raid pizzeria serving side order of cocaine
The number 40 pizza was one of the Düsseldorf restaurant's most popular pizzas, police said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2cF3Kah