Israeli shells kill 10 at north Gaza food distribution centre, Unrwa says
Reports say tank shells hit a crowd in Jabalia refugee camp, as Israel's ground offensive continues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Lrg...
Monday, October 14, 2024
BBC Verify analyses footage from Gaza strikes
BBC Verify analyses video and images from Israeli strikes in Gaza over the weekend. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MQmXD6G
Moment Nasa spacecraft blasts off to hunt alien life
It is set to arrive in 2030 - and what it finds could change what we know about life in our solar system. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pue...
Sunday, October 13, 2024
Watch: Why is the latest SpaceX rocket test a big deal?
The BBC's Pallab Ghosh explores why this world first test is a big deal for space exploration. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u7rKXoP
Over 60 injured in drone attack on Israel
Hezbollah says it targeted a training camp of the Israeli Defence Forces' Golani Brigade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SVUWArk
Empty bars and bookshops: How Israeli strikes transformed Lebanon's buzzing capital
There's no music or dancing in central Beirut bars as fear spreads and displaced people fill the streets. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Family rushed to hospital after eating toxic mushrooms
The local fire department said the family became sick after eating wild mushrooms that one of them "found in the woods". from BB...
Saturday, October 12, 2024
International arrest warrant for rugby star Rocky Elsom
The ex-Wallabies captain was given a five-year sentence for embezzlement in France, local media say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/42tKns8
Key moments Alex Salmond's life and career... in 107 seconds
A look back at some of the key moments from the life and career of former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond. from BBC News https://ift....
Fifth peacekeeper wounded in southern Lebanon, UN says
The UN said a peacekeeper in the city of Naquora was injured on Friday amid "military activity" nearby. from BBC News https://if...
Friday, October 11, 2024
Watch: Northern lights over Iceland in sped-up footage
Time-lapse images show the northern lights on the outskirts of the capital Reykjavik. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FhNxM3a
Africa health chief criticises US Marburg travel advice
Rwandan officials say the country's outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus is under control. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6wlHhvm
Violent protests force Martinique airport to close
Public gatherings are also banned on the French Caribbean island amid unrest that injured 26 officers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TZjKLNG
Thursday, October 10, 2024
EU delays introduction of border check system again
The EU pushes back introducing new biometric border checks that were due on 10 November. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xFVONU6
Watch: Floridians assess hurricane damage after harrowing night
The deadly storm brought tornadoes, floods and storm surges, destroying homes and leaving millions without power. from BBC News https://if...
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Hospitals move patients as Israeli tanks encircle Jabalia camp
The Israeli military is carrying out its third ground offensive in the area since the Gaza war began. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x9DvwmL
Netanyahu's appeal to Lebanese people falls on deaf ears in Beirut
Beirut residents tell the BBC what they made of the Israeli PM's appeal to take back their country from Hezbollah. from BBC News https...
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Five takeaways from Melania Trump's new book
The book discusses abortion rights, her first date with Trump and the first assassination attempt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vdSzGm2
Schoolboy shooter testifies at parents' trial in Belgrade
A 14-year-old boy who killed nine children and a security guard gives evidence behind closed doors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TpsG20B
Monday, October 7, 2024
Spacecraft launches towards knocked-off-course asteroid
The mission aims to re-visit the asteroid Nasa diverted when it crashed a probe into it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mUyqLKb
‘Daily challenge to get stories out of Gaza’ - BBC's Rushdi Abualouf
The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf sheds light on the challenges of reporting the war from inside and outside of Gaza. from BBC News https://if...
Girl who lost eye in Israeli raid that killed father carries ‘pain mountains can't bear’
As the war in Gaza enters its second year, the BBC revisits three families whose lives have been fragmented by the conflict. from BBC News...
Sunday, October 6, 2024
Tunisia's president seeks new term in election he's all but sure to win
President Kais Saied, accused of suppressing democracy, only has two challengers and one is in jail. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AYkxN8W
Bowen: Year of killing and broken assumptions has taken Middle East to edge of deeper, wider war
Twelve months on from the 7 October attacks which led to Israel's war in Gaza, our international editor says the region is on the edge o...
'I felt like my heart was going to explode': Beirut reels from heaviest night of strikes
A doctor tells the BBC of the moment she found out her clinic was next to an Israeli target building. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jtl9h1G
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Watch: Moment huge explosion shakes Beirut
Watch: Moment huge explosion shakes Beirut from BBC News https://ift.tt/gJUIDpS
Watch: BBC reporter in the midst of rocket fire into Israel
The BBC's Nick Beake reports from northern Israel, where Hezbollah continues to fire rockets into Israel. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Tennis star and style icon Lea Pericoli dies
The formidable Italian player made it to Wimbledon three times, turning heads with every outfit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fXmD5qL
Friday, October 4, 2024
Watch: View from above as Iran fires missiles towards Israel
Video footage filmed inside a plane on Tuesday night shows missiles launched from Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9hgMpN7
Paul Pogba doping ban reduced to 18 months after appeal
Paul Pogba's four-year ban for a doping offence has been reduced to 18 months after winning his appeal to the Court of Arbitration for S...
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Watch: Jeremy Bowen presses Hamas deputy leader on 7 October attacks
One of the most senior leaders of Hamas - a group designated a terrorist organisation by the UK and others - speaks to the BBC's Jeremy ...
How shy Aussie kid Ricciardo became F1 golden boy
Ricciardo leaves F1 as one of its most successful and popular drivers and a legend of Australian sport. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M4V02...
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
How a mega dam has caused a mega power crisis for Zambia
A drought has caused an electricity crisis as Zambia heavily relies on the hydro-powered Kariba Dam. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P78dEV0
Blast from unexploded US bomb grounds flights at Japanese airport
The bomb is thought to have been dropped during World War Two to halt "kamikaze" missions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rV1KegQ
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
'I'm not playing games' on port strikes, union boss says
Harold Daggett vows union is "going to win", as Joe Biden backs "meaningful" dockworker pay rise. from BBC News https:...
Six killed in shooting and knife attack in Tel Aviv
Police said two attackers were "neutralised" after they opened fire in the Jaffa neighbourhood from BBC News https://ift.tt/ahix...
Monday, September 30, 2024
Campaigner who ignited euthanasia debate in Hungary dies
The prominent human rights lawyer campaigned to legalise euthanasia in Hungarian and European courts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pcJaEyx
Joyful welcome by stranded astronauts for SpaceX capsule crew
A capsule sent to bring back two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station has docked. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ob6vMiC
Sunday, September 29, 2024
SpaceX docks at ISS to collect stranded astronauts
The craft will return Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams - stranded since June - to Earth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4lzvSJ0
US country music star Kris Kristofferson dies, aged 88
The celebrated singer-songwriter was also famous for acting roles in A Star is Born and Blade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nTmlg5c
Israeli strikes may have displaced million people - Lebanon PM
Lebanese PM Najib Mikati says it is "the largest displacement movement that may have happened" in his country. from BBC News htt...
Young Lebanese girl left fighting for life after Israeli strikes
Noor Mossawi, aged six, is one of a number of people in critical condition in a hospital in eastern Lebanon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Saturday, September 28, 2024
'The worst moment the country has passed through': Fear on the streets of Beirut
Lebanon is a country that knows war - but for some Israel’s recent escalation already feels worse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ks9xZS4
Drone video shows Hurricane Helene's path of destruction
Drone video shows Hurricane Helene's path of destruction from BBC News https://ift.tt/76K9ejt
Iran warns Hezbollah leader's blood 'will not go unavenged'
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei announces five days of mourning in response to the “martyrdom" of his ally. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q0Deo...
Friday, September 27, 2024
Kashmir hopes for a voice after first election in 10 years
As elections are held after a 10-year gap, people in Kashmir say they have waited long to be heard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VmioZlt
Watch: Reporter captures moment air strike hits Beirut
BBC reporters capture the moment and aftermath of an Israeli air strike in southern Lebanon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Aecuq7Z
Pope says church must be ashamed of Belgium sexual abuse
Belgium's King Philippe levelled direct criticism at the pontiff, saying it had "taken far too long for the cries to be heard and a...
Thursday, September 26, 2024
The NYC mayor's dramatic day in under 60 seconds
Eric Adams is charged with five counts of criminal offenses, including bribery, wire fraud, and illegal campaign donations. from BBC News ...
BBC surveys damage following Israeli strike on Beirut
Israel says a Hezbollah air unit commander was killed in the operation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QqY1Sib
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
We danced with joy then hid among the dead – Nova survivors recall Hamas massacre
A new BBC documentary provides a harrowing glimpse into the Hamas attack at the Nova music festival in Israel, in which hundreds of people w...
Watch: Hijacked bus chased by long line of police cars through downtown LA
A passenger is shot dead before a Swat team deployed flash-bang grenades and arrested the suspect. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G89Un02
Russia planning to target nuclear plants, Zelensky says
Ukraine's president warns the UN about the possibility of "nuclear disaster". from BBC News https://ift.tt/QqA4e28
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Biden struggles to contain conflict as Israel and Hezbollah on the brink
As the US president called for restraint in a speech at the UN, Israel's leader vowed to continue striking Hezbollah. from BBC News ht...
Journalist's apology not enough to satisfy Ghanaian king
Media personality Afia Pokua grovelled to the Ashanti king on her knees but it was not enough. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ezHgJVv
Sri Lanka's new president dissolves parliament
Anura Kumara Dissanayake calls a general election, dissolving the parliament where his party only holds three seats. from BBC News https:/...
Monday, September 23, 2024
Tigers and crocs make mangrove preservation tough work
To help preserve mangrove forests researchers have to take on demanding field work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HQ3WDkG
US to ban Chinese tech in cars
Officials say they are worried the technology could allow enemies to "remotely manipulate cars". from BBC News https://ift.tt/76...
Cold military logic takes over in Israel-Hezbollah conflict
Israel’s campaign is a high-risk strategy, in which Hezbollah’s ability to respond cannot be ignored. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W95fLtX
Sunday, September 22, 2024
Australia supermarkets sued over fake discount claims
The cost of living crisis has put the grocery chains under increasing scrutiny in the past year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mOYq7le
Abba's Björn Ulvaeus marries in Copenhagen
The wedding took place in Copenhagen in the presence of close friends and family. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PBskCj3
Checkmate for Russia as global chess ban upheld
Russia's chess team is to remain banned from international competitions, officials have ruled. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LabGoX4
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Macron unveils new right-wing French government
The new cabinet pulls in allies from the centre and right, despite left-wing parties winning France's election. from BBC News https://...
Trump says too late for another debate as Harris pushes for second clash
Kamala Harris had "gladly" accepted CNN's invitation to debate two weeks before the election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L...
Watch: Hundreds of paratroopers leap to mark daring WW2 offensive
Veterans watched the jump, at Ginkel Heath near the Dutch town of Ede, to commemorate Operation Market Garden. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Watch: Russia dissident freed in prisoner swap vows to return
A dissident freed by Russia in the biggest prisoner swap since the Cold War vows to return to the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AC...
Friday, September 20, 2024
Flight diverted after passenger finds live mouse in meal
The furry stowaway forced a Scandinavian Airlines plane to make an emergency landing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GyePUid
'Our husbands didn't go to war for Ukraine so we can sit around crying'
A study suggests 54% of Ukrainians suffer from PTSD as Russia's war of conquest grinds on. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jceJ6Pq
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Trans woman killed in Georgia day after anti-LGBT law passed
Activists said Kesaria Abramidze had been a "trailblazing" transgender leader in the South Caucasus country. from BBC News https...
Surgeon 'became robotic' to treat sheer volume of wounded Lebanese
Elias Jaradeh worked for almost 24 hours on the wounded, many of whom lost eyes or the use of their hands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NR...
Guinea stadium massacre fugitive extradited from Liberia
Claude Pivi, Guinea's most wanted fugitive, has been on the run since last year's dramatic prison break. from BBC News https://ift...
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Ros Atkins on Trump suspect viral conspiracy theory
The BBC's analysis editor looks at the false link between Ryan Routh and a US investment firm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/McTi6Re
Watch: Timelapse of supermoon rising over California
A supermoon lights up the sky across the world along with a rare partial lunar eclipse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E4zmRGU
Walkie-talkie explosions spark fresh day of chaos in Lebanon
A second wave of communication device explosions killed at least 20 people, Lebanese officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cv05smL
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
In Ukraine, Trump plot suspect remembered as a 'delusional' reject
Ryan Routh became fixated on the war to an "unhealthy level", despite being turned down by Ukraine’s International Legion in Kyiv....
Video appears to show pager explosion at Lebanon supermarket
BBC Verify has examined dozens of videos after reports of thousands injured and several killed by handheld pagers exploding in Lebanon. fr...
Bystander shot in head as NY police tackle subway fare-evader
Officers fired during a clash with a man who pulled a knife after being stopped for fare evasion, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Monday, September 16, 2024
Iran's morality police will not 'bother' women, president says
It comes as the UN warns Iranian women still face violent punishment for not wearing the hijab. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wfb750n
Jane's Addiction cancel tour after on-stage brawl
The US band say they have made the "difficult decision to take some time away as a group" following the fight. from BBC News htt...
Pipeline explosion in Texas causes pillar of fire
Firefighters are battling the blaze in La Porte, near Houston, as residents near the area were urged to evacuate. from BBC News https://if...
Airborne rescues as Europe hit by floods
Emergency services have been deployed to rescue and evacuate residents stranded by floods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kqah76l
Sunday, September 15, 2024
What we know so far about Trump 'assassination attempt'
A suspect is in custody and has been identified by security sources in the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oTkythR
Police cars block traffic near Trump golf course
Donald Trump says he is "safe and well" after a suspect was arrested following what authorities have called an apparent assassinat...
Sheriff describes moment suspect apprehended at Trump golf course
Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw told reporters that a Secret Service agent had spotted an AK-47-style weapon poking out of the bushes...
Trump 'safe' after gunshots near his Florida golf course
The US Secret Service confirmed in a post on X that they were investigating a "protective incident" involving Trump. from BBC Ne...
Saturday, September 14, 2024
A skull was stolen from a Tasmanian morgue - 150 years on it's still dividing a city
Tasmania is grappling with the legacy of a surgeon who allegedly mutilated an Aboriginal man's remains. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c...
Floods devastate parts of Romania and Czech Republic
Flash flooding brought by storm damaged thousands of homes and buildings across parts of Europe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XLOYpDd
Funeral held for US-Turkish activist killed in West Bank
Israel says it is “highly likely” the 26-year-old activist was killed by its forces last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YqxhwHQ
Friday, September 13, 2024
'I tried to say no repeatedly': More men accuse ex-Abercrombie boss over sex events
New witnesses tell the BBC fresh details about the sophisticated operation they say exploited them for sex. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D...
Trump vows mass deportations from town rocked by 'pet-eating' lies
Trump says Springfield in Ohio has been "destroyed" and repeats baseless claim that migrants are behind pet disappearances. from...
US imposes new sanctions on Russian state media
Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused the outlet RT of engaging in "global covert activities." from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Morocco confirms first mpox case in current outbreak
Mpox has spread to at least 14 African countries and has been declared a public health emergency. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IweaWmP
Ex-Ticketmaster boss sentenced for hacking rival company CrowdSurge
British national Stephen Mead stole sensitive CrowdSurge data, contributing to the firm’s collapse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2VvlCna
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Harris and Trump both attend 9/11 memorial in New York
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump shook hands again on Wednesday at the event, hours after their debate showdown. from BBC News https://ift.t...
What the world thought of US debate
How the Harris-Trump debate was seen from Putin's Kremlin, Ukraine's frontlines and Taliban-run Afghanistan. from BBC News https:/...
Self-medicating gorillas may hold new drugs clues
Plants eaten by wild gorillas have medicinal properties that could be harnessed in drug discovery, say scientists. from BBC News https://i...
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Beyoncé explains why she stopped making videos
The singer created some of pop's most memorable music videos, then suddenly stopped. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v60xGLe
Inmate awarded $100m in default judgement against Sean 'Diddy' Combs
The inmate had accused the rapper of drugging and sexually assaulting him nearly 30 years ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JqPys2k
Neighbours criticise German move to extend border controls
Poland's prime minister says Berlin's decision to impose controls on all land borders is unacceptable. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Monday, September 9, 2024
US veteran makes 'incredible' progress after world's first eye transplant
Aaron James has been able to resume normal life after receiving a partial-face and whole-eye transplant. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Toy...
US says leaders of white supremacist group plotted global attacks online
Two people have been charged with running the so-called "Terror Collective" on Telegram. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pfnyO0P
New abuse allegations emerge against once-venerated French priest
A French priest is to be expunged from his worldwide charity following revelations of his sexual abuse of women. from BBC News https://ift...
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Pope Francis welcomed in remote Vanimo in Papua New Guinea
In Vanimo, a town near the border with Indonesia, the Pope donned a traditional Bird of Paradise feathered headdress. from BBC News https:...
Kendrick Lamar to headline Super Bowl half-time show
The Grammy-award winning musician said he wants to remind the world why rap music is the "most impactful genre to date". from BB...
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Has Macron fixed France's political mess?
France’s leader has struggled to frame the July election as anything but a humiliating personal defeat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kd6Q9...
An 'argument over notebooks' led to murder at an Indian school - and set a city ablaze
The killing of a Hindu boy, allegedly by his Muslim classmate, sparked religious tensions in an Indian city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Friday, September 6, 2024
Thieves snatched his phone in London - it was in China a month later
Akara tells the BBC about the journey his phone took after it was snatched from his hands by thieves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/otUpgEf
Space station timelapse captures stunning 'orbital sunrise' over Earth
The footage - captured by a Nasa astronaut - shows the skies brighten as the International Space Station passes over Europe. from BBC News...
Italian minister quits after appointing ex-lover as adviser
The culture minister admits to hiring his ex-lover as an consultant, after starting an affair with her in May. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Trump's criminal sentencing delayed until after election
Justice Merchan to sentence Republican candidate on November 26, after his lawyers fought to delay original date in September. from BBC Ne...
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Michel Barnier's journey from Mr Brexit to French PM
France's new prime minister is best known even in his native France as the EU’s chief Brexit negotiator. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Nigerian brothers jailed in US for sextortion scam targeting teenagers
Michigan teenager Jordan DeMay killed himself less than six hours after being tricked into sharing explicit images online. from BBC News h...
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Canada's NDP pulls support for Trudeau's Liberals
The end of the deal puts Mr Trudeau's minority government at risk of falling in a non-confidence vote. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fo...
Mother and daughters killed in new wave of strikes on Ukraine
The strike came as Ukraine was still reeling from the deaths of at least 50 people on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tiL3Pb1
France sees Channel migrant deaths as a problem of Britain's making
Many in France deeply resent the way their own lives have been transformed by a crisis they see as British-made. from BBC News https://ift...
Drought dries up lake to reveal sunken Greek village
It is only the second time the village's ruins have been visible since it was abandoned decades ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w3iv...
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
UAE pardons Bangladeshis jailed for protesting
Three of the 57 defendants had received life sentences in a country where protests are effectively illegal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n...
Monday, September 2, 2024
'Why defile it?' Parisians divided over Olympic ring plan for Eiffel Tower
Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo says she wants the rings to stay on the iconic monument indefinitely. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WqeTlfw
Netanyahu asks 'forgiveness' over hostage deaths as protests continue
It comes as Hamas said more hostages could be "returned to their families in shrouds" if a ceasefire isn't reached. from BBC...
Extremist settlers rapidly seizing West Bank land
The number of illegal outposts has risen in the past five years to 196, BBC analysis has found. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vIJj5QZ
Sunday, September 1, 2024
Russian 'spy whale' found dead off Norway
The beluga whale - nicknamed Hvaldimir - is suspected of having been trained as a spy by Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IM96sft
Children die in building collapse after Nigeria flooding
Intense floods are battering the West African country - so far at least 179 people have died. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aL2ehM1
At least 41 hurt in Russian air strikes on Kharkiv
The regional head accused Moscow of targeting civilians after a supermarket and sports complex were hit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gwDQ...
Saturday, August 31, 2024
Kamala Harris criticises Trump over Arlington Cemetery dispute
Harris said the cemetery is "not a place for politics" in her first remarks on the incident. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Yx8vQHo
UN agencies to start rollout of Gaza polio vaccines
The drive comes after the first confirmed case of the disease in 25 years was discovered in Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OnZz428
Families leave Jenin camp in Israel West Bank push
Civilians trickle out of Jenin refugee camp, sealed off for almost four days by an Israeli operation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mjnOYxg
Norway's Princess Märtha Louise weds American shaman
The Norwegian princess has tied the knot with Durek Verrett in a union that has divided the public. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eTAcqnz
Friday, August 30, 2024
Brazil Supreme Court orders suspension of X
The social media giant says it refused to comply with a judge's order to appoint a legal representative. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Trump angers abortion opponents with comments on six-week ban
Donald Trump criticised Florida's six-week ban when he was asked about a state referendum on expanding abortion rights. from BBC News ...
Harris unscathed after walking careful line in first interview
There was no new ammunition for Republicans, but it highlighted the challenge she faces in pitching herself as a change candidate. from BB...
Thursday, August 29, 2024
MMA in Afghanistan? Too violent for the Taliban
Officials say mixed martials arts poses a risk of death and is incompatible with Islamic law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A8VTBzb
Ukraine F-16 destroyed during Russian attack, BBC told
The incident happened just weeks after Kyiv took delivery of the supersonic aircraft. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oFlOqjv
Norway princess and US shaman's wedding begins after years of 'turmoil'
Norwegian Princess Martha Louise is set to wed Durek Verrett in a three-day ceremony among the fjords. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r2AxTZg
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Supreme Court blocks Biden's latest try at student debt relief
It was another blow after the court struck down his attempt to cancel as much as $400bn in loans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CvYadAy
UN says Gaza aid operations continuing after staff forced to evacuate
The UN paused deliveries on Monday after an Israeli evacuation order affected premises in Deir al-Balah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ciy6...
Self-proclaimed healer found with 24 human skulls in Uganda
Police tell the BBC he may have been using them for human sacrifice and could face life in prison. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0QXGHT7
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Why Harris campaign is fighting for unmuted debate mics
They will be muted when it's the other candidate's turn to speak - but Ms Harris's team are pushing back. from BBC News https:...
Belarus filmmaker pleads with Serbia not to send him back
Andrei Gnyot says he faces "inevitable torture and inevitable death" if he is sent back. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iEYb0Gx
Monday, August 26, 2024
Macron rules out leftist PM as crisis continues
The French president says the New Popular Front coalition could not win a confidence vote in parliament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aNbX...
Nostalgic Indians flock to cinemas to watch old hits
Dozens of Indian films, some made more than 20 years ago, are being released again in cinemas - why? from BBC News https://ift.tt/JVb56eC
'ABC is a disgrace' - Trump on the looming debate
During a campaign stop in Virginia, Donald Trump spoke about the anticipated debate occurring on ABC, from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z91GXdO
Sunday, August 25, 2024
Gains in Russian territory shape Ukraine independence celebrations
Ukrainians celebrated Independence Day and Ukraine's recent incursion into Russia's Kursk region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hlc...
Two trapped after ice collapses in Iceland glacier
Two people in a tour group were also injured when ice collapsed in Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C3QBZb2
Telegram says arrested CEO Durov has 'nothing to hide'
Telegram says it is "absurd" to claim a platform or its owner is responsible for abuse of that platform. from BBC News https://i...
Ingebrigtsen & Duplantis break world records
Jakob Ingebrigtsen smashes the 3,000m world record before Armand Duplantis breaks his own pole vault world record at the Diamond League even...
Saturday, August 24, 2024
Cities on high alert as Brazil wildfires kill two
A crisis cabinet has been set up by the state government to deal with the wildfires. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wAElWOT
Germany deadly stabbing: Police make second arrest
A man is detained at a refugee centre near the attack site in the western city of Solingen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hQO5Lap
SpaceX will return stranded astronauts next year
Nasa said Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore would not return to Earth until February 2025. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bMD7PxB
Friday, August 23, 2024
Several reported killed in Germany knife attack
A man randomly stabbed passers-by during a festival in the city of Solingen, German media report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9lfWZeg
Pokrovsk: Ukraine's vital eastern town in Russian sights
Pokrovsk is a major logistics hub with a railway station and lies at the intersection of important roads. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yTP...
RFK Jr suspends campaign for White House and supports Donald Trump
The third-party candidate said he no longer has "a realistic path to victory in the face of systematic censorship". from BBC New...
The Gaza protests at the DNC in 50 seconds
Thousands of demonstrators marched in support of Gaza outside the Democratic National Convention this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E...
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Venezuelan court upholds Maduro’s disputed victory
The country's highest court agrees with election authorities despite the absence of full voting tallies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Body of UK tech tycoon recovered but daughter still missing
UK tycoon Mike Lynch's body is recovered from the wreck of the yacht Bayesian, but his daughter Hannah is still missing. from BBC News...
Rattled Trump lashes out as DNC attacks throw him off message
The biggest concern for aides is keeping him focused on the issues and off controversial personal attacks, writes Katty Kay. from BBC News...
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Oil tanker on fire and adrift in Red Sea after multiple attacks
The Greek-flagged Sounion was hit by gunfire from small boats and three unidentified projectiles. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ADjvehr
Hezbollah rockets hit Golan Heights after Israel strikes deep in Lebanon
Fears are growing that the cross-border hostilities could escalate into an all-out war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/heG8Ocy
Divers find five bodies in wreck of Sicily yacht
The grim discoveries come two days after the Bayesian sank in a freak storm off Sicily. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C6FQKPR
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
No foreign holidays for Gabon government officials
The interim president says he wants to "immerse" politicians in the realities of ordinary people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A...
Recovered body believed to be luxury yacht's chef
Recaldo Thomas, an experienced and respected sailing chef, was saving money to restore his late parents' house. from BBC News https://...
Russian forces claim another town captured in east Ukraine
Ukraine does not confirm the loss of Niu-York, saying Russian forces are attacking near the town. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bl8dpuq
Monday, August 19, 2024
Milwaukee woman jailed for 11 years for killing her abuser
Chrystul Kizer agrees a plea deal to avoid life term for shooting dead Randall Volar, whom she said was her sex-trafficker. from BBC News ...
Firefighter crawls across ladder above floods to save woman
Two people are reported missing in Oxford, Connecticut, after flooding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QRmfDWU
'For two seconds I lost my baby in the sea' - Sicily yacht survivor
Charlotte Golunski used all her strength to hold her baby above the surface of the water after the Bayesian yacht sank. from BBC News http...
Sunday, August 18, 2024
Harris arrives in Chicago for Democratic convention
The US vice-president spent Sunday campaigning in the battleground state of Pennsylvania. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p8ZuSkz
Gaza threatens to divide Democrats as convention kicks off
The Democratic National Convention is set to begin as Gaza protests threaten a show of party unity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3vaQoN0
'Treated like slaves' on Scottish fishing boats
Dozens of workers from around the world may have been trafficked by a family-owned Scottish fishing firm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0ol...
Saturday, August 17, 2024
How Raygun made it to the Olympics and divided the breaking world
The Australian hip-hop community has been shaken by the reaction to Raygun's efforts in Paris. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zbwj8mY
Sniper shot Trump gunman's weapon and delayed him - report
A police sniper potentially saved lives by shooting the rifle of the would-be assassin, a congressional report says. from BBC News https:/...
X suspends business in Brazil over censorship row
The social media platform says its legal representative was threatened by a supreme court judge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1vl7kWq
US Republican George Santos to plead guilty in fraud case - reports
Santos, who was expelled from the US Congress, faces multiple charges alleging fraud and misuse of campaign funds. from BBC News https://i...
Friday, August 16, 2024
Watch: Moment brawl breaks out in Turkish parliament
A debate over the status of a jailed Turkish opposition figure led to widespread fighting between opposing MPs. from BBC News https://ift....
Ukraine incursion destroys key Russian bridge
Ukraine destroys a bridge over the river Seym as it continues its incursion into Russia's Kursk region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C...
Gaza ceasefire mediators in bid to ‘narrow gaps’
The US, Qatar and Egypt say talks will resume in Cairo next week with the aim of agreeing a deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IOdaHfK
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Despair as the sea slowly swallows a Kenyan beauty spot
Local authorities are seeking to build a seawall to prevent further intrusion of the ocean to the village. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3w...
Australian breakdancer Raygun opens up about 'devastating' hate online
The Australian b-girl said she "gave her best" during her performance at the Paris Olympics from BBC News https://ift.tt/a0NDHSI
Ukraine sets up military office inside Russia
The office has been created "on the territories controlled by Ukraine", says its top military chief. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Father says baby twins killed by Israeli strike in Gaza as he registered births
The twins were just four days old when their home was reportedly hit in an Israeli strike. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HJ9nyje
US man held in Moscow for attacking police - local media
A criminal case has been opened against the man, who could face up to five years in prison. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R71k6UW
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Fresh evacuation alert as Greek wildfire threat continues
Hundreds of firefighters have been tackling blazes, with efforts continuing through the night. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VwhpSKB
Israeli minister denounced over call for Jewish prayer at Jerusalem holy site
Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the al-Aqsa Mosque compound with Israelis who defied a ban on Jewish prayer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eH16Xfu
Olympic flag arrives in Los Angeles
The countdown for LA 2028 has begun as the Olympic flag arrived in the city of angels. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7K8yZHX
Monday, August 12, 2024
4.4 magnitude earthquake hits Los Angeles area
The epicentre hit near Highland Park, a neighbourhood in Los Angeles County not far from the famous Hollywood sign. from BBC News https://...
Bodycam video shows police response to Uvalde shooting
Footage and 911 calls show the police response to one of the deadliest school shootings in the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ByVxInQ
Ukraine claims to control 1,000 sq kms of Russian territory
Russian leader Vladimir Putin has described the cross-border offensive as a "major provocation". from BBC News https://ift.tt/CO...
Emotional Miley Cyrus accepts Disney Legend award
The singer thanked fans as she became the youngest ever star to reach Disney Legend status. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jKVqwiU
Sunday, August 11, 2024
'On verge of an explosion': Policeman's killing part of spiralling West Bank violence
More than 600 Palestinians and at least 17 Israelis have been killed in the West Bank since October. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EyscxXe
Man seen climbing Eiffel Tower above Olympic rings
Man seen climbing Eiffel Tower above Olympic rings from BBC News https://ift.tt/wUJB6G0
Residents flee Greek wildfire as heatwave persists
Forty fires have broken out in Greece since Saturday, with firefighters still battling seven. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lLDK3Mo
Man's viral sanding videos helped turn life around
Danny Stenhouse says he hopes his success will inspire others. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uhCbMqd
Saturday, August 10, 2024
Trolling of viral Olympics breaker 'disappointing'
Rachael Gunn failed to score a single point with the judges as she lost all three of her breaking round-robin battles. from BBC News https...
Friday, August 9, 2024
Does Japan's megaquake alert mean the 'big one' is coming?
An alert issued this week has caught the attention of a country used to earthquake warnings. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RChvdi0
Five Olympic moments from Paris you won't have seen on TV
The fans have provided plenty of non-sporting highlights with their passion, patriotism - and peculiarity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dj...
Plane with 62 on board crashes in Brazil's Sao Paulo state
The passenger plane came down in the town of Vinhedo, Brazilian airline Voepass says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lVjxv2d
Iconic banyan tree showing signs of life after Maui wildfire
The tree, which was shipped from India as a gift, is once again sprouting due to the efforts of arborists. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r9...
Thursday, August 8, 2024
What we know about military records of Walz and Vance
Walz's military record has been under scrutiny after a series of claims made by veterans and leading Republicans. from BBC News https:...
San Diego debuts first giant pandas from China in decades
Xin Bao and Yun Chuan are the first giant pandas in 21 years to enter the US from China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VPLesIc
Hunter Biden allegedly paid in Romanian 'influence' plot
The president's son is charged with evading taxes while spending millions on a lavish lifestyle. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GRQWYLh
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Why has Ukraine launched a cross-border attack on Russia?
Vladimir Putin called the attack a "provocation", but Kyiv's objectives are not immediately clear. from BBC News https://ift...
Taylor Swift Vienna concerts cancelled after attack threat
The cancellations follow the arrest of two people suspected of planning attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gNC4nxK
Two held in Vienna over Taylor Swift concert threat
Security measures at the singer's gigs are tightened after the arrest of two people suspected of planning attacks. from BBC News https...
Gaza to get 1.2m polio vaccines amid outbreak fears
The agency's chief called for a ceasefire and "total freedom of movement" so the vaccine programme can be rolled out. from B...
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
'There is no law and order. And Hindus are being targeted again'
Hindu properties and shrines have been attacked after ex-PM Sheikh Hasina fled Bangladesh. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wG9oLNb
Hamas names Yahya Sinwar as new overall leader
Hamas has named Yahya Sinwar as its new political chief, replacing Ismail Haniyeh who was killed last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g...
Monday, August 5, 2024
Google's monopoly of online searches is illegal, US judge rules
The decision could reshape how technology giants do business in the future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/87b3tK0
Somali police seize hundreds of veils amid security fears
Security forces in Somalia's Jubaland state are waging a "fight" against the niqab, a police boss says. from BBC News https:...
Sunday, August 4, 2024
France's record haul & 100m fine margins - day nine in Paris
Great Britain add another four medals to their Paris 2024 tally, France break their own record, while Noah Lyles took men's 100m gold. ...
Belgium out of triathlon relay as athlete falls ill
Belgium pull out of the team triathlon event after one of their athletes falls ill. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JBMXUNO
Casualties after third Israeli strike on school in a week
Rescuers in Gaza say most of the dead were women and children, but Israel insists it targeted Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/783D6ZC
Saturday, August 3, 2024
World's biggest iceberg spins in ocean trap
A frozen block of ice far bigger than Greater London is captured in a vast pool of rotating water. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2qhkBHe
Snoop Dogg: America's cheerleader at the Olympics
NBC hired Snoop Dogg as a special correspondent, but he has shown up for US athletes at the Olympics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a2uSceR
Venezuela opposition leader emerges despite arrest threat
Maria Corina Machado appears at a protest in Caracas, defying threats of arrest from President Maduro. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ORc1Cpr
US urges citizens to leave Lebanon on 'any available ticket'
The UK also told citizens to leave “while commercial flights are running.” from BBC News https://ift.tt/T5wKHEz
Friday, August 2, 2024
Toddler rescued after falling down 10-ft pipe
A 14-month-old boy has been rescued after falling down a 10-ft (3m) pipe while playing outside his home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4I8h...
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Russian prisoners arrive in Moscow following swap
The former prisoners have been greeted by President Vladimir Putin as they walk out of the plane. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DAnhq25
‘Their brutal ordeal is over’ - Biden on prisoner swap
The US president thanked his allies, who he says played a key role in the prisoner exchange. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VsotL89
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
'Is she black or Indian?': Trump attacks Harris' racial identity
The Republican suggested Vice-President Kamala Harris changed her identity from Indian and "became black". from BBC News https:/...
Bowen: Israel's killing of Haniyeh deals hammer blow to ceasefire prospects
The Hamas leader was assassinated in Tehran, and it is widely believed Israel was behind the killing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sPaInOg
Hezbollah confirms commander died in Israeli strike
Israel had accused Fuad Shukr, a top Hezbollah commanders, of masterminding operations against Israel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5FeAu3a
Trump on Harris: 'Is she Indian or is she black?'
Donald Trump questioned the vice-president's racial identity while speaking at a conference for black journalists. from BBC News https...
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
The new face of homelessness in Australia
Mary is a frail pensioner who is living out of her car after losing her rental property. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7aVUJjl
Monday, July 29, 2024
Caracas echoes with loud protests against Venezuela's disputed election result
Protesters tell the BBC President Maduro should leave power because he is "destroying everything". from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Israeli protesters enter army base after soldiers held over Gaza detainee abuse
The Sde Teiman base has been at the centre of reports of serious abuses against Palestinians from Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tDvyp...
'Fire devils' spotted as California fire doubles in size
Firefighters battle a growing wildfire, the largest blaze in California this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n3U8XLr
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Timing, luck or talent - what makes a billionaire?
Are billionaires good or bad for society - or simply very very rich? The BBC's Simon Jack investigates. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u...
Watch: Moment Robert Downey Jr revealed at San Diego Comic Con
The actor will make his comeback as Dr Victor Von Doom, a prominent villain in the comic books that spawned the popular Marvel film series. ...
Rocket strike puts Israel-Hezbollah on brink of all-out war
Fears mount that the deadly attack on the occupied Golan Heights could trigger a major conflict. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6DIEdOq
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Trump courts crypto industry votes and campaign donations
Donald Trump tells cryptocurrency leaders he will fire the head of the US Securities and Exchange Commission if he's re-elected presiden...
Top five stories from day one of Paris Olympics 2024
Great Britain claim their first opening day medals since 2004 as the Paris Olympics get under way. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SizN4gI
Ten dead in rocket attack on Israeli-occupied Golan
Dozens more are injured in the attack, on a football pitch used by children and teenagers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5UxSEQw
Canada deducted points and coach banned over drone
Canada's Olympic women's football team are deducted six points and coach Bev Priestman is banned for a year by Fifa over a drone spy...
Friday, July 26, 2024
Three ways Trump is trying to end the Harris honeymoon
Kamala Harris is riding a wave of momentum, but Republicans sense vulnerabilities they can exploit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VtnIcA5
Timberlake 'not intoxicated' during arrest, lawyer says
Police made several errors and should not have arrested the popstar, his lawyer Edward Burke said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CAotubP
Who could have attacked France's high-speed rail?
France's interior minister vows the attackers will be arrested fast, but does not say who was to blame. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C...
Poland's firearm bill sparks human rights concerns
The bill will allow troops to open fire on migrants crossing the border when soldiers feel under threat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ylMQ...
Thursday, July 25, 2024
'Monster' wildfire may have destroyed half of Canadian town
The mayor of Jasper said fast-moving flames have "ravaged our small, tight-knit mountain community". from BBC News https://ift.t...
How drones and the battle for Ukraine are changing the future of warfare
Drone technology has made the war more immediate and more deadly – and opened up a new battleground. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dx7jBGC
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Pilot survived Nepal crash after cockpit split from plane
The plane's cockpit split from its fuselage leaving pilot as the sole survivor of crash that killed 18. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L...
Yellowstone blast sends visitors fleeing for cover
A hydrothermal explosion of rock and debris erupted near Old Faithful at Yellowstone National Park. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rPUhqg0
What one Moscow square says about Russia's worsening relations with West
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin has signed an order renaming Europe Square Eurasia Square. from BBC News https://ift.tt/edKPkHx
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Watch: Celine Dion in Paris amid rumours of Olympic performance
In December 2022, the singer revealed she had been battling Stiff Person's Syndrome (SPS) and cancelled all of her upcoming shows. fro...
150,000 have fled Gaza's Khan Younis since Monday, UN says
Israel has renewed its offensive in the city, saying Hamas is reassembling its forces there. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n0fJDkj
Senator Bob Menendez to quit after bribery conviction
Democrat had resisted calls to resign for accepting gifts, including gold bars, to aid foreign states. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OjeZlbo
Ten years since the Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Watch: Dancing tea cakes, a giant Nessie and Karen Dunbar - the Glasgow Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony 10 years on. from BBC News htt...
Monday, July 22, 2024
CrowdStrike shares hit again as IT disruption continues
Shares in the cybersecurity firm drop a further 13% after last week's global IT outage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hd1SiJQ
Lawmakers call on US Secret Service boss to resign
Both parties called on Kimberly Cheatle to resign during a bruising hearing about security lapses that led to the Trump rally shooting. fr...
Biden's legacy of accomplishment is unmatched - Harris
The US Vice-President praised Joe Biden's track record as US president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lp9y6sx
Kamala Harris: From prosecutor to possible president
The vice-president is vying for the Democrats' presidential nomination after Joe Biden left the race. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cnQ...
Sunday, July 21, 2024
Who will replace Biden as Democratic nominee?
Mr Biden has endorsed his Vice President Kamala Harris to take his place. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iZ86dG5
US President Joe Biden says it has been 'greatest honour' to serve as he ends campaign
He said standing down was "in the best interests of my party and the country". from BBC News https://ift.tt/WbGm916
Uganda protest organisers playing with fire, president says
Police have banned a planned march to parliament on Tuesday to protest against corruption. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uMXONET
Saturday, July 20, 2024
Thousands gather for Trump's first rally since shooting
Trump and running mate JD Vance are scheduled to address a crowd in Grand Rapids, Michigan on Saturday evening. from BBC News https://ift....
France recalls contaminated Olympic-branded water bottles
The consumer recall agency, Rappel Conso, says they contain a harmful chemical, Bisphenol A. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vamub5E
Friday, July 19, 2024
Global services slowly recovering after bug causes IT chaos
The incident has sparked concern over the vulnerability of the world's interconnected technologies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1s7Nx...
Judge sets Harvey Weinstein retrial date for November
The ex-film mogul will be retried for rape after his conviction was overturned on appeal in April. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tj0zl6J
Living in cars and motels - what it's like to work at the 'Happiest Place on Earth'
Workers at Disneyland are considering a strike because pay at the 'Happiest place on Earth' has left many unable to meet rent. fro...
Belarus sentences German medic to death, activists say
Rico Krieger, 30, was convicted of six crimes, including terrorism, in a closed trial in June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p3eETdg
Thursday, July 18, 2024
American comedian Bob Newhart dead at 94, publicist says
The legendary deadpan comic won numerous awards over his decades-long career. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yiclwfv
Rwanda's president smashes his own election record
Paul Kagame wins with more than 99% of the vote, showing Rwanda's lack of democracy, his critics say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rRK...
'Is this some kind of fantasist?' Behind the viral BBC video
Gary O'Donoghue reveals his initial disbelief when an eyewitness described seeing Trump gunman on roof. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9...
Super bowl winner 'wrongly handcuffed' on United flight
The airline has apologised to Terrell Davis and says it has removed the flight attendant from duty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/51bOrLW
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Baby Reindeer and The Crown scoop Emmy nominations
Baby Reindeer's Richard Gadd and Jessica Gunning are among the stars in the running for Emmy Awards. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7gdD...
Families mark 10 years of pain since MH17 flight disaster
Relatives of the 298 victims on board the plane join memorial services to mark the anniversary. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cjwhG0C
Boys rescued in Zambia after circumcision abductions
One of those being held in the bush was on HIV medication and had not taken his drugs for two weeks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WrXaeAY
Watch: Huge fire breaks out at Chinese shopping centre
Footage shows thick black smoke towering above the 14-storey building. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pagkdPE
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Toronto reels from floods and power cuts after severe storms
Record rainfall leaves large areas of city flooded, drivers stranded and 170,000 without power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P9M1sJe
Trump security boosted weeks ago over Iran plot to kill him
There is no known link between the plot and Saturday's attack, but the disclosure raises questions over how a gunman got so close. fro...
Israeli strikes in south and central Gaza reportedly kill 50
One of the deadliest attacks occurred in the designated humanitarian zone of al-Mawasi. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6M9gmtr
Vance choice heightens European fears over Trump presidency
Donald Trump's choice of a running mate raises concerns in European capitals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3mj4oVE
Monday, July 15, 2024
Copa America - the 'party that almost became a tragedy'
What went wrong at the 2024 Copa America tournament and what can be learned from the chaotic scenes that marred the final? from BBC News h...
Stranger Things season five teaser excites fans
The cast and crew of the hit show are halfway through filming its highly anticipated final season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VgnY6tS
Sunday, July 14, 2024
Zambia made education free, now classrooms are crammed
The government is boosting investment to try and ensure everyone can benefit from good schooling. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JgfS02z
Videos show how gunman shot at Trump despite public alerting police
BBC Verify examines footage, eyewitness testimony and satellite imagery showing how the attack unfolded. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O9UP...
How conspiracy theories and hate dominated social feeds after assassination attempt on Trump
As a frenzy has gripped all sides of the political spectrum following the assassination attempt on Trump, falsehoods have taken off online. ...
Remembering Shannen Doherty, the Beverly Hills 'badass'
The US actress, who had breast cancer, starred in TV shows like Beverly Hills 90210 and Charmed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lOSFY4Q
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Pictures from Trump rally where shots fired
Donald Trump rushed off stage during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after loud bangs were heard from BBC News https://ift.tt/oM0SnBz
Video shows moment Trump ducks and swarmed by security
The former US president and supporters around him are seen crouching after loud bangs are heard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8OdH0zu
Friday, July 12, 2024
Hackers steal call records of 'nearly all' AT&T customers
FBI launches investigation after around 109 million customers had call and text information taken. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RXlx52n
Children killed in Nigeria school collapse
Emergency services say rescuers are working through the rubble of the school in central Plateau state. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k2tljTe
French rugby players charged with raping woman in Argentina
The rugby players, who deny rape, are accused of attacking a woman in a hotel room after an international match. from BBC News https://ift...
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Kenyan president sacks cabinet after anti-tax protests
The president says he will now consult widely in order to form a broad-based government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3cyDPOu
Canadian serial killer found guilty in emotional murder trial
A judge rejected the defence case that Jeremy Skibicki was not criminally responsible for killing four indigenous women. from BBC News htt...
US to resume shipments of 500lb bombs to Israel
But higher-impact 2,000lb bombs will remain on hold, a US official tells the BBC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5XTsvD2
Liverpool footballer Núñez clashes with Colombia fans
Liverpool footballer Darwin Núñez clashes with Colombia fans from BBC News https://ift.tt/diMYBtp
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Starmer meets Biden: Special relationship 'stronger now than ever'
The UK's new prime minister has met the US president for the first time on a trip to Washington DC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YJiKa...
Nato vows 'irreversible path' to Ukraine membership
Members also set out plans for more military aid for the Ukrainian army, including F-16 fighter jets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9tLNhFK
Baldwin 'played make-believe' with gun, Rust trial hears
Prosecution claims he disregarded gun safety, while defence portrays an actor who trusted his crew's competence. from BBC News https:/...
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Two armies accused of backing DR Congo's feared rebels
Uganda is supporting the M23 rebels and Rwanda has 4,000 troops on Congolese soil, a UN report alleges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gmGJr...
Monday, July 8, 2024
Liberian president cuts his salary by 40%
President Boakai says the move is intended to show "solidarity" with Liberians who are struggling financially. from BBC News htt...
After France’s election shock comes the political deadlock
France’s left-wing bloc has won the election - now the real power struggle begins, writes Andrew Harding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/81Z...
Sunday, July 7, 2024
National Rally's Bardella: 'Dishonourable alliance' prevented victory
National Rally (RN) leader Jordan Bardella, who'd hoping to be France's next PM, reacts to the result. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Saturday, July 6, 2024
Forget Ethiopia's Spice Girls - this singer salutes the true queens
Singer Gabriella Ghermandi dismisses suggestions that Ethiopians need to be taught about empowering women. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8G...
Ukraine lorry collides with minibus killing 14
Twelve passengers and two drivers die in a horrific accident in Rivne region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0QB2FJo
French far right seeks vote win but deadlock looms
France votes in one of its most crucial elections in years, with the far right hoping for victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hokCVuJ
Friday, July 5, 2024
France ends ugly campaign and draws breath before historic vote
France’s sometimes violent election campaign closes with appeals from leaders ahead of Sunday’s vote. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HDG7KTs
Watch July 4 fireworks misfire into Utah crowds
Eyewitness video shows the malfunction that led to multiple injuries and several hospitalisations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Po1BnYr
World media reacts to UK election
Labour's landslide victory has been followed closely by media commentators around the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/grVFD3h
Pope Francis critic excommunicated by the Vatican
The ultra-conservative archbishop was found guilty of splitting with the Catholic church. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xq9ykjG
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Flames, chains and grains: Africa's top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S5joxrN
Violent attacks shock France ahead of crunch vote
A number of candidates are targeted in the run-up to Sunday's tense parliamentary elections. from BBC News https://ift.tt/frtB2qo
Hezbollah fires 200 rockets and drones into Israel
Hezbollah launched the barrage in response to Israel's killing of one of its senior commanders. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pun37X1
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Blazing wildfires force evacuations in California
Low humidity, gusty winds, and a dangerous heatwave are exacerbating fire risks in the northern part of the state. from BBC News https://i...
Pay rise freeze for Kenyan MPs after public anger
Protesters last week forced William Ruto to scrap planned tax rises, saying public money was being wasted. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7S...
Belarus frees five political prisoners in rare amnesty
Activists say three men and two women were released, in a move signalled by Alexander Lukashenko on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Talks with the Taliban - no women allowed
Diplomats say the first talks with Afghanistan's rulers since they seized power were productive. from BBC News https://ift.tt/alvuZzJ
Texas Democrat openly calls on Biden to leave presidential race
Rep. Lloyd Doggett called for Biden to make the "difficult to decision to withdraw" from the race. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Hungary's Orban urges ceasefire on Kyiv visit
He is a critic of Western support for Ukraine and is seen as the European leader closest to Russia's Vladimir Putin. from BBC News htt...
Monday, July 1, 2024
The Malawi music icon who became a 'soldier for the poor'
Lucius Banda, who has died aged 53, became known as the "soldier" for the voiceless. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DzofIBZ
Biden says ruling on Trump undermines rule of law
The US president condemns a Supreme Court verdict giving his predecessor partial immunity from prosecution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v...
Justices 'fear for democracy' in dissent on Trump immunity
The three liberals, led by Sonia Sotomayor, painted a dark picture of absolutist power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HVoBAeI
Trump win as top court deals blow to Jan 6 case
The former president achieves his immediate objective of delaying the trial until after November's election. from BBC News https://ift...
Sunday, June 30, 2024
Will Biden's green jobs policy help him win votes?
The US president has invested heavily in helping to create renewable energy jobs across the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B0MDhya
I recognised my sister in video of refugees captured in Sudan war
Eritreans tell the BBC their relatives are being detained incommunicado by Sudan's military. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mSBNLEe
Analysis: France's far right now dominant political force
The right-wing National Rally is projected to top the first vote - but all is still to play for. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CbXFyKW
More wounded Palestinians tell BBC the Israeli army forced them onto jeep
Two more Palestinian men tell the BBC they were shot and forced onto the bonnet of an Israeli jeep. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NgJkhL1
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Zelensky renews long-range arms call after attack
The Ukrainian president says more missiles and air defences are needed after a Russian strike kills seven. from BBC News https://ift.tt/63...
India beat South Africa in thriller to win T20 title
India end their 13-year wait for a world title by fighting back for a thrilling seven-run win over South Africa in the T20 World Cup final. ...
Far right hopes to make history in snap French poll
Jordan Bardella and Marine Le Pen's National Rally hopes to assume power for the first time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CYhqIbw
Friday, June 28, 2024
Final Fantasy and the changing face of one of gaming's biggest series
Director Naoki Yoshida says the new release is a significant moment for the Final Fantasy franchise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gniYjNS
Katty Kay: Reality sinks in as Democrats weigh Biden's future
Democratic officials, political operatives and people close to the president paint a picture of an anxious party after the debate. from BB...
Can Biden be replaced as Democrat nominee?
A poor debate performance has fuelled Democrat unease about Mr Biden's candidacy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IsDX3xC
Kenya protesters traumatised by abductions - lawyer
Some spoke of having phones confiscated by agents and enduring horrific experiences in dark rooms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QPR5pDA
Thursday, June 27, 2024
At least five dead after train and bus collide at Slovakia level-crossing
Another five have reportedly been injured following the crash about 80km east of Bratislava. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7gKLHDU
Bolivia unrest: Coup or no coup?
Gen Juan José Zúñiga's storming of the presidential palace revives memories of military rule. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BUIwj3c
SA president hits out at coalition partner in fierce row
South Africa's coalition partners are at loggerheads just weeks after agreeing to share power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/icuYSWs
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Bolivian president warns army after soldiers seen in capital
Unverified videos showed armoured vehicles and soldiers in the centre of the capital La Paz. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9TMZqae
$100m assets linked to 1MDB to be returned to Malaysia
The US said artworks by artists Andy Warhol and Claude Monet and a luxury flat in Paris would be liquidated and assets worth $67m released. ...
Honduras ex-president gets 45 years for drug crimes
Juan Orlando Hernández was convicted of conspiring to import cocaine into the US and machine gun possession. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Protests flare in Nairobi over new tax laws
At least five people have been killed, according to the Kenya Medical Association. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HQBjrku
Kenya's president faces tough choices following protests
Protests over the Kenyan president's new finance bill have spread across the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JIjxEXP
Monday, June 24, 2024
Russia pins Dagestan attack on Ukraine, ignoring religious tensions
Despite years of Islamist attacks in Dagestan, Moscow wants to blame external actors for Sunday's attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Ship leaves port three months after Baltimore bridge crash
Some members of the Dali's 21-member crew are expected to leave for home in coming days. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eMswDkg
Sunday, June 23, 2024
China and EU to hold talks on electric car tariffs
The EU and China still disagree about the import taxes, but have agreed to discuss them further. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zQ4Rnh6
At least 1,301 people died during Hajj - Saudi Arabia
Most were unregistered pilgrims who walked long distances in intense heat, officials said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cwo7KkD
Deadly attacks on Dagestan synagogue and churches
Unidentified gunmen in the southern Russian republic kill six police officers and wound 12 more. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GNo8rkt
Saturday, June 22, 2024
Watch: Wild Thang is officially the world's ugliest dog
The annual competition for the World's Ugliest Dog crowns an eight-year-old Pekingese as its winner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MXUx...
Iranian rapper's death sentence overturned
The Supreme Court orders a retrial for Toomaj Salehi, who was convicted for supporting protesters in 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0R...
Friday, June 21, 2024
Balkans hit by blackouts as heatwave persists
Albania, Bosnia, Croatia and Montenegro suffer simultaneous power cuts as the region swelters in a heatwave. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Volunteer firefighter dies battling Greece blaze
The 55-year-old man was injured in a blaze in the region of Ilia on the Peloponnese peninsula and later died in hospital. from BBC News ht...
Barcelona mayor vows to abolish holiday lets
Socialist Jaume Collboni said he does not plan to renew any of the 10,101 tourist licenses granted to landlords when they expire. from BBC...
UK's richest family convicted of exploiting servants
Four family members were given prison sentences ranging from four to four-and-a-half years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SLVdINr
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Watch: Donald Sutherland on a career that defied convention
Actor Kiefer Sutherland announced the death of his father, Donald, in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Deadly explosions rock Chad after ammunition depot fire
At least nine people died and at least 46 others were injured in the blasts overnight in N'Djamena. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yZXKg...
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Bacon ice cream and nugget overload sees misfiring McDonald's AI withdrawn
The voice recognition system seems not to have recognised what customers were really ordering. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OWVq2kn
Putin arrives in North Korea ahead of talks with Kim Jong-un
The Russian leader is making his first trip to North Korea in more than 24 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gY2pqys
Monday, June 17, 2024
China should pay for propping up Putin's war - Nato chief
Jens Stoltenberg tells the BBC China should face "costs" for supporting Russia's war in Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Scooter Braun retires as music manager after 23 years
The entrepreneur, 42, said he has stepped back to focus on his role as a father. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ViUQpKS
Watch: 'There goes the trampoline, goodbye'
Thunderstorms thrashed parts of the US state of Michigan, ahead of an anticipated heatwave this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HLPiSD6
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Too much of a good thing? Spain's green energy can exceed demand
Spain is looking at storing electricity or increasing demand to solve electricity oversupply. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eH8ruc9
At least 14 Hajj pilgrims die in intense heat
Jordan's foreign ministry said its nationals had died "after suffering sun stroke due to the extreme heatwave". from BBC New...
Saturday, June 15, 2024
What happened to the women who took on the Taliban?
Afghan women tell the BBC they were beaten and tortured for protesting against the Taliban. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G3kMN6S
Why a hit show is calling it quits after two series
Some consider award-winning animation Arcane the best videogame adaption ever - so why is it ending? from BBC News https://ift.tt/hXn67q4
Six swing states set to decide the US election
Experts say Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin could hold the key to the White House. from BBC News https://if...
Votes, fashion and cubes: Photos of the week
A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t5BuhVN
Friday, June 14, 2024
Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected South African president
It follows a coalition deal between the governing African National Congress and opposition parties. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xkoJMh1
Protests across Brazil over divisive abortion law
Thousands gather in several cities to protest a law change that could equate abortion to homicide. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JemgOlL
President toppled in Niger coup loses immunity
It clears the way for Mohamed Bazoum, 64, to be tried on treason charges by a military court. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bh7s9to
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Nasa astronaut distress message broadcast in error
Space agency says the clip was from a training exercise which was accidentally put on YouTube, from BBC News https://ift.tt/AvhQnPB
G7 agrees $50bn loan for Ukraine from Russian assets
The funds will help Ukraine to fight invading Russian forces, while Moscow condemns the move as "theft". from BBC News https://i...
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Parents of ex-hostage tell BBC of his 'miracle' return
Eugenia and Michael Kozlov gave an emotional account of how they heard the news that their son was free. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WPgC...
Hezbollah fires dozens of rockets into Israel after strike kills commander
Israel's military says it struck southern Lebanon in response to the launches, which sparked fires. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4zuUw...
Opposition party agrees to join SA unity government
This is the first official indication that a government of national unity has been agreed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TZ7l8ij
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
US lifts weapons ban on Ukraine's Azov brigade
The brigade, whose origins were mired in far-right controversy, hails the move as blow to Russia's propaganda. from BBC News https://i...
Hamas seeks 'complete halt' to war in Gaza proposal response
The group told the BBC that it still required a commitment to a permanent ceasefire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cRbiId7
Key Sudanese city could fall to rebels imminently - US
The US envoy to Sudan tells the BBC that America would never recognise an independent Darfur. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QOVERrS
Monday, June 10, 2024
Apple boosts Siri with ChatGPT in AI overhaul
The company has been slower to roll out generative AI features than rivals including Google and Microsoft. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GE...
Drugs, alcohol and a gun: Inside Hunter Biden's trial
The BBC's Bernd Debusmann Jr reports from court on what's at stake for the US president's son. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cn...
Czech PM blames failed arson attempt on Russia
Petr Fiala accuses Russia of running a campaign of sabotage against European countries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7jX51Kf
Hardliners dominate Iran presidential candidates
Hardliners look set to hold on to the presidency after Ebrahim Raisi's death in a helicopter crash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dPDxb...
Sunday, June 9, 2024
Calling France snap election is a gamble for Macron
Calling a snap election is a huge surprise for France, and a huge risk for President Macron. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Lf0znZ2
Narendra Modi sworn in for third term at grand ceremony in Delhi
Modi's NDA alliance won the Indian election with a reduced margin while the opposition saw a resurgence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz quits emergency government
The decision lays bare the deep political divisions in Israel over the war in Gaza from BBC News https://ift.tt/8jFc1Vg
Attack on Danish PM not politically motivated, police say
A 39-year-old suspect has been remanded in custody until 20 June, Copenhagen police said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N18bmJL
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Price hikes and boycotts: Is trouble brewing at Starbucks?
The coffee giant is suffering as customers "lose it" over price hikes and other controversies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UTpq...
Reunions and celebrations as Israeli hostages freed
The hostages were rescued by the IDF during a daylight operation deep inside Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yb7kFXH
Friday, June 7, 2024
Kagame critic barred from Rwanda's presidential race
Diane Rwigara says she feels cheated for a second time from being able to campaign. from BBC News https://ift.tt/30Ke4dZ
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Hunter Biden's ex-girlfriend 'panicked' after finding gun
Hallie Biden gives testimony in his gun crimes trial, telling the court she got rid of the weapon as she feared for his safety. from BBC N...
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Biden border plan attacked by Republican rivals
The president has hit back at critics after unveiling plans to curb record migrant arrivals at the US-Mexico border. from BBC News https:/...
Amanda Knox reconvicted in slander case
The American acquitted of Meredith Kercher's murder will not go to prison, having already served time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j8...
Finland and Sweden move to relax strict alcohol laws
Both countries currently have some of the strictest alcohol laws in Europe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ET7pbMv
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
'Vote or face war': Poland PM's stark warning ahead of EU election
Donald Tusk is urging Poles to vote for his coalition, to best protect against Russian aggression. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O6jSY0e
Why India's Modi failed to win outright majority
Mr Modi has lost some of his aura of invincibility and the results mean the opposition is back. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4Qj8z9V
Monday, June 3, 2024
Gazans returning to Jabalia describe 'horrifying' destruction
Palestinians returning to the camp in northern Gaza express shock at the level of devastation they found. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nfY...
Imran Khan acquitted in state secrets case
A high court acquits Khan in one case, but he will remain in prison because of another conviction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w2OVGMp
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Will using Western weapons on Russia help Ukraine change the war?
The latest Russian advance in the Kharkiv region has convinced Kyiv’s allies to change their policy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qQc1ZtJ
The artist 'not surprised' to be a best-seller
Ivory Coast's Aboudia beat the likes of Damian Hirst to the top spot of a best-sellers list. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FX2uheL
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Will using Western weapons on Russia help Ukraine change the war?
The latest Russian advance in the Kharkiv region has convinced Kyiv’s allies to change their policy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gwl9UzY
China spacecraft to try to land on Moon's far side
The mission hopes to bring rocks back to earth from the far side of the Moon for the first time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0B4qKDT
Trump would run for president from jail, his lawyer says
Alina Habba says Donald Trump will run for office even if he is jailed and "nothing will change" following his conviction for fals...
Friday, May 31, 2024
Biden unveils Israeli proposal to end Gaza war
It would begin with a six-week ceasefire and the withdrawal of IDF forces from populated areas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RfcQtTu
French police arrest man over plot to attack Olympics
The 18-year-old Chechen wanted to attack a football stadium in Saint-Étienne, officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YnAirUZ
ANC looks set to share power after historic election loss
South Africa's ruling party is set for its worst results since coming to power 30 years ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iHuvxTo
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Watch: Trump calls trial 'a disgrace' after guilty verdict
The former US president was found guilty on all 34 counts on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EZFrszS
Ukraine allowed to hit some targets in Russia with US weapons
The US gives Ukraine permission to use US-supplied weapons to strike targets in Russia, but only near Kharkiv. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Model sues over Cannes red carpet 'assault'
Sawa Pontyjska is one of several film festival guests filmed in encounters with a security guard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4UsBYXb
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Delhi 'unbearable' as temperatures near 50C
The Indian capital's power demand also soars to an all-time high as residents try to cope with the heat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Hard choices as Ukraine faces worst crisis since war began
The BBC's Jeremy Bowen explains why there could be a dangerous summer ahead in Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IsyutaP
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Spain, Norway and Ireland recognise Palestinian state
The three European nations aim to refocus attention on finding a political solution to the Gaza war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bJh1fW4
Dutch ex-spy chief Dick Schoof named as PM-candidate
After 14 years of Mark Rutte as Dutch prime minister, a former domestic spy chief is picked to replace him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z...
Luxury perfumes linked to child labour, BBC finds
The BBC witnessed children picking jasmine in Egypt, a major exporter of the flowers’ oil. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XtQeKEO
Monday, May 27, 2024
Luxury perfumes linked to child labour, BBC finds
The BBC witnessed children picking jasmine in Egypt, a major exporter of the flowers’ oil. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XtQeKEO
Pope allegedly used derogatory term for gay people
The Pope was speaking at a meeting of bishops on whether gay men should be allowed to become priests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4R5lHNx
At least 16 dead as cyclone hits Bangladesh and India
Nearly a million people have been evacuated as Cyclone Remal destroys thousands of homes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gzx6L8s
Deadly strike on Rafah a tragic mishap, Netanyahu says
Scores were killed in the camp for displaced Palestinians which Israel says targeted "senior Hamas terrorists". from BBC News ht...
Sunday, May 26, 2024
'We saw the flight attendant just go up in the air'
People from a Dublin-bound plane from Doha describe scenes on board during severe turbulence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R6gnOC1
Some 160 villagers reported taken in deadly raid in Nigeria
Nigerian officials say gunmen spent hours in the village and had time to drink tea before abducting people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0...
130 people die at Sudan hospital amid city siege
Hospitals and markets in El Fasher are experiencing "violent artillery shelling", a resident says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Clive Myrie: ‘Mass shootings undermined my love for the US’
The BBC star also discussed his family, who came to the UK as part of the Windrush generation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xs6C8SO
Nicki Minaj freed after arrest at Amsterdam airport
The rapper was due to play a concert at Manchester's Co-op Live venue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xInYB2R
Watch: BBC's Jeremy Bowen at the site of Kharkiv strike
The BBC's international editor explains how Russia is seizing the opportunity to hit Ukraine in new deadly strikes. from BBC News http...
Watch: Smoke and flames at deadly India arcade fire
At least 22 people, including children, have died in a fire at a games arcade in India, local officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Friday, May 24, 2024
CCTV reveals lion taking dog from family home
Jaci the rottweiler had been with the family for nearly two years and leaves her twin Laser behind. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E24fPHg
Super Size Me director Morgan Spurlock dies at 53
The film-maker famously lived on a diet of McDonald’s food for an entire month for the 2004 movie. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oAZXyV0
Pomp and drama as deposed Nigerian emir returns to throne
Muhammadu Sanusi II is reinstated after being dethroned four years ago for "insubordination". from BBC News https://ift.tt/MQPCq...
Thursday, May 23, 2024
US names Kenya major ally as Russian influence grows
Kenyan President William Ruto is currently on a US state visit, the first in 16 years for an African leader. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Pope clears way for London teenager to become first millennial saint
Carlo Acutis, who was born in London, is set to become the first millennial to be canonised. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s8MvpPB
Genetically modified mosquitoes released to fight malaria
The genetically-engineered and non-biting mosquitoes are hoped to stop the spread of the invasive Anopheles stephensi species. from BBC Ne...
Macron halts reform that sparked island 'insurrection'
He says local leaders should engage in dialogue to find a new deal for the archipelago's future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/17ldymI
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Nikki Haley says she is voting Trump for president
Ms Haley was once Mr Trump's UN ambassador and was the last of his major Republican primary rivals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1lCth...
Families of Uvalde victims reach $2m settlement with city
They are also suing 92 state police officers for "shocking and extensive" failures in the 2022 shooting. from BBC News https://i...
Austrian man discovers mammoth bones in wine cellar
A winemaker makes the extraordinary discovery of bones dating back 30,000 years ago during renovations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k49lq...
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Passenger describes moment turbulence hit flight
Jerry, who was flying to his son's wedding, says it was the worst day of his life. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yIU9MKL
Armies of young insurgents are changing the course of a forgotten war
The BBC's Quentin Sommerville spent a month with revolutionary forces at jungle bases and on front lines in Myanmar. from BBC News htt...
German novel Kairos wins International Booker
Jenny Erpenbeck is the first German writer and Michael Hofmann the first male translator to win £50,000 prize. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Monday, May 20, 2024
What next for Iran after President Raisi's death?
Raisi's death will test a system where hardliners dominate all branches of power, Lyse Doucet writes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CpN...
War and popularity keep Zelensky in power despite term expiring
Martial law and a desire for stability keeps the Ukrainian leader in power without new elections. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y2eSmvp
Delhi sizzles as temperatures cross 45C
Parts of northern India are reeling under an intense heatwave that's set to last through the week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nhmS6jc
Sunday, May 19, 2024
'Stop threatening Taiwan', its new president tells China
He urged Beijing to replace confrontation with dialogue, shortly after being sworn in on Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/myF4CPc
How should countries deal with falling birth rates?
As the UK and US continue to see falling birth rates, options to deal with the issue are limited. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DPn4sv2
US security adviser urges Netanyahu to connect war to 'political strategy'
Jake Sullivan's visit comes as Israeli forces continue military operations in Gaza, including in Rafah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7...
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Israel war cabinet minister vows to quit if there is no post-war plan for Gaza
Recent weeks have seen an increasingly public rift over how Gaza should be governed after the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sz36gLQ
Tunisia says 23 people missing in Mediterranean sea
The national guard says it has informed the navy and search and rescue operations are under way. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lBiU4XQ
Iran Nobel laureate says she faces new trial
Narges Mohammadi, 52, speaks out in a message from Evin prison where she is being held. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7eEDmYU
Body of hostage recovered from Gaza, says IDF
The Israeli military said Ron Benjamin was found alongside the bodies of three other hostages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TJzv2QH
Friday, May 17, 2024
Lawmakers clash after 'fake eyelashes' comment
The fiery exchange kicked off when Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene criticised Democrat Jasmine Crockett. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tI...
Messi's napkin contract promise sells for £762,400
The napkin on which 13-year-old Lionel Messi's first Barcelona contract was signed is sold at auction - for £762,400. from BBC News ht...
Paul Pelosi attacker sentenced to 30 years
David DePape still faces life imprisonment if convicted of separate state charges for the 2022 attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gjp8n3J
Mass wedding for Nigeria orphans sparks outcry
Nigeria's women's minister says she has filed a court order to stop the ceremony planned for next week. from BBC News https://ift....
Thursday, May 16, 2024
What did ICJ ruling mean in South Africa's genocide case against Israel?
The ICJ ruling has come under intense scrutiny, centring on the word "plausible". What did the court mean? from BBC News https:/...
Israel's Eurovision team accuse rivals of 'hatred'
Its national broadcaster says it faced hostility simply because "we are Israelis and we were there". from BBC News https://ift.t...
South Africa seeks halt to Israel's Gaza offensive
It says Israel must be forced to stop its operation in Rafah, in a fresh bid to the UN's top court. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r3K2U...
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Israeli protesters block aid trucks destined for Gaza
Unverified video shows protesters throwing food packages onto the ground before stomping on them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R7CwDIP
Israeli minister attacks Netanyahu over Gaza future
There are growing signs of divisions within Israel's war cabinet over who should government Gaza after the war. from BBC News https://...
After six months, Dutch parties reach government deal
Anti-Islam populist Geert Wilders says he and three other leaders have agreed terms for a coalition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bBDyjEx
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Bad behaviour shuts Dublin-New York portal
Organisers say they are working on solutions to address bad behaviour near the art installation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cB1A5kg
Blinken visits during moment of peril for Ukraine
The front line has turned from a relative stalemate to a major Russian offensive in a week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ylYXEP1
Nobel Prize winning author Alice Munro dies aged 92
Canadian writer Alice Munro was known as the "master of the contemporary short story". from BBC News https://ift.tt/DLUaTMp
Monday, May 13, 2024
Proud mullet-wearers embrace their style at festival
More than 200 people attended the European mullet festival in Quievrain, Belgium from BBC News https://ift.tt/1prHsFy
Why has Putin removed key ally as defence minister?
Steve Rosenberg considers possible reasons behind Sergei Shoigu's replacement in the middle of a war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qIk...
Dissident filmmaker flees Iran after jail sentence
Mohammad Rasoulof was sentenced over his new film, which is to be premiered at the Cannes festival. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AFq9u2K
Students walk out at Seinfeld graduation speech
Pro-Palestinian students booed the comedian who has been a vocal supporter of Israel during the war in Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Internet outage felt across East Africa
A key cable linking the region to South Africa was cut on Sunday morning, an industry expert says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mFwqAis
Man who received first pig kidney transplant dies
The US hospital which carried out the operation said Rick Slayman's death was not a result of the transplant. from BBC News https://if...
Tunisia lawyer arrested during live news broadcast
There has been growing criticism on the restrictions on free speech under President Kais Saied. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eRQbG4W
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Thousands evacuated due to British Columbia wildfire
Fort McMurray residents in neighbouring Alberta, Canada are also under an evacuation alert due to a blaze. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IJ...
Dutch contestant disqualified from Eurovision
The singer, Joost Klein, had been among the favourites to win the contest in Malmö, Sweden. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IhOamQj
Friday, May 10, 2024
These solar flares may lead to rare Northern Lights
Unusual geomagnetic storms may make aurora borealis visible in places where it is not usually seen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CJb3Lf7
Mbappe announces he will leave Paris St-Germain
France striker Kylian Mbappe says he will leave Paris St-Germain at the end of the season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w82Fbmk
At least 50 killed in Afghanistan flash flooding
More than 100 people are injured, according to officials, as torrents of water sweep through entire villages. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Unrwa closes East Jerusalem compound after attacks
The head of the UN agency says the perimeter of its building was set fire to twice on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TmPaSAk
Passengers flee burning plane that skidded off runway
Footage posted to social media shows chaotic scenes in Senegal's capital, Dakar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BGHhXbw
UN says 80,000 have fled Rafah as strikes intensify
Israeli tanks reportedly mass close to built-up areas of the south Gaza city amid constant shelling. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hIy3lSX
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Brazil floods: 'We've never experienced anything like it'
Residents of the Brazilian city of Porto Alegre describe the devastation caused by recent floods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H3tcfDN
Russia ramps up attacks on Ukraine’s power plants
BBC Verify has been tracking Russia's attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/To3cwuG
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
'A real headache': How Cohen makes or breaks Trump trial
Cohen is the prosecution's star witness but his record gives the defence plenty ammo to undercut the case. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Indians brave scorching temperatures to vote
As India's election nears the halfway mark, voters say a gruelling heatwave is getting to them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rnMkz9l
26 of the most eye-catching looks from the Met Gala
Zendaya, Sabrina Carpenter and Gigi Hadid were among the stars walking the red carpet in New York. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EWUs1HR
The rise of Sweden's super rich
Why the Nordic nation, despite its reputation for social equality, has so many billionaires. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Xqv04Hm
Monday, May 6, 2024
US soldier arrested in Russia accused of theft
The sergeant, who was held on 2 May, is accused of stealing from a woman, reports the BBC's partner CBS. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Everything you need to know about Met Gala 2024
A short story by British author JG Ballard serves as the annual fashion extravaganza's latest theme. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sQRw...
Hundreds ill after eating bánh mì in Vietnam
More than 560 Vietnamese people are taken to hospital with suspected food poisoning after eating the sandwiches. from BBC News https://ift...
Gazans celebrate after Hamas says it accepts ceasefire
Video shows people jumping for joy and chanting joyously outside Al Aqsa hospital in Central Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gmVz2f4
Sunday, May 5, 2024
From teenage cyber-thug to Europe’s most wanted
Kivimaki rose through teen cyber gangs to become a Most Wanted criminal responsible for one of the most shocking hacks in history. from BB...
Is Zimbabwe zigzagging into further currency chaos?
Traders suffer a case of déjà -vu as any savings are wiped out with a new currency called the Zig. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sbDYAt5
Eurovision hopefuls put on the style in Malmo
The world's biggest song contest reaches its finale on Saturday and contestants have arrived in style. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Oa...
From likes to votes: How influencers are changing Indian politics
Politicians are roping in influencers to woo voters like never before. But is this a good thing? from BBC News https://ift.tt/PtOyDzm
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Sweden prepares for Eurovision with heightened security
The celebration of pop is set to take place amid protests at Israel's involvement in the competition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zeo...
German election candidate attacked on campaign
Matthias Ecke was seriously injured after being kicked and hit in a suspected politically-motivated attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9...
Palestinian doctor dies in Israeli prison
Israeli authorities said they were investigating the death of orthopaedic surgeon Dr Adnan Al-Bursh. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QBFpb9m
Friday, May 3, 2024
Russian forces sharing base with US troops in Niger
The Russians are said to be sharing a wing of Niger's main airport, but not mingling with US troops. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d8WX...
A record number of sea lions gather in San Francisco
More than one thousand of the animals visited a city pier - the region's biggest spike in 15 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O6M79...
Governments not protecting press freedom, report says
Governments are failing to protect journalism from political attacks, according to Reporters Without Borders. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Nigerian paints nails for three days in world record bid
The 19-year-old technician says she painted 4,000 nails in an attempt to break the world record. from BBC News https://ift.tt/45yd0fn
Police clear out UCLA's pro-Palestinian encampment
Officers in riot gear tore down makeshift barriers and set off flash bangs as they dismantled the site. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UFhNj...
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Ghana celebrates as looted artefacts put on display
Some of the royal artefacts were stolen by British colonisers during the 19th Century Anglo-Ashanti war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8mUL...
Watch: Russians flock to see captured Western tanks
The exhibition was on display in Moscow's Victory Park, it included British hardware given to Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fd...
Blinken says 'time is now' for Israel-Hamas deal in Gaza
Hamas has not yet responded to the latest proposal, which reportedly includes a 40-day ceasefire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FwcuoW2
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Watch: Biden roasts Trump at correspondents' dinner
The US president made fun of his and Donald Trump's age at the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner. from BBC New...
North Carolina police officers remembered as heroes
They were killed when a suspect with an automatic AR-15 "fired several rounds in a matter of seconds". from BBC News https://ift...
More than 100 arrested in Spain over WhatsApp scam
A gang of scammers stole almost a million euros pretending to be relatives in distress, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2fBHRTN
Monday, April 29, 2024
How Gaza campus protests spread across the US
What started a week ago at Columbia University has led to hundreds of arrests at multiple college campuses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H...
Tesla shares jump after reports of China deal
A reported deal with Chinese search giant Baidu will help pave the way for a rollout of Tesla's self-driving technology. from BBC News...
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Portugal debate over colonial and slavery role resurfaces
President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa reignited a row by suggesting making amends for past "crimes". from BBC News https://ift.tt/la...
'Invisible in our own country': Being Muslim in Modi's India
Since Narendra Modi's BJP took power in 2014, India's 200 million Muslims have faced turmoil. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xFAsfae
World Central Kitchen to resume food aid in Gaza
The aid organisation had stopped distributing food in Gaza after an Israeli strike killed seven workers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fQd7...
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Why is the US going after TikTok?
The BBC's Suranjana Tewari considers what the future holds for the hugely popular social media app. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kB8Kn...
Possible Trump VP pick defends killing her dog
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem recalls shooting a dog and a goat in a soon-to-be released memoir. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QulNzqB
Friday, April 26, 2024
What's behind a dramatic fall in Indian families' savings
Indians, traditionally known as avid savers, are now stashing away less money and borrowing more. from BBC News https://ift.tt/woNaDCj
Ballet dancers and yawning lions: Africa's top shots
A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S7rJ8Rb
Major Gaza protests at US universities
Protests have erupted across more than two dozen campuses, including New York, Texas and California. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ge4cDRQ