Iran students stage first anti-government protests since deadly crackdown
The student protesters honoured thousands of those killed when nationwide mass protests were put down last month. from BBC News https://if...
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Giant tortoises return to Galápagos island after nearly 200 years
The native species was driven to extinction by sailors in the 1800s. Now, 158 juvenile giant tortoises have been reintroduced to the island....
Friday, February 20, 2026
Tariffs ruling is major blow to Trump's second-term agenda
The Supreme Court has weakened Trump's hand in dealing with other nations, writes Anthony Zurcher. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XO3ibw...
Trump brings in new 10% tariff as Supreme Court rejects his global import taxes
The Supreme Court decision striking down some of Trump's most sweeping tariffs injects new uncertainty into global trade. from BBC New...
Venezuelan opposition politician released after amnesty law passed
Juan Pablo Guanipa announces that he has been freed after "almost nine months" of imprisonment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fRe...
Thursday, February 19, 2026
US build-up of warships and fighter jets tracked near Iran
A second US aircraft carrier appears to be heading towards the Middle East, as Washington puts pressure on Iran. from BBC News https://ift...
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Wave of arrests over killing of French nationalist piles pressure on far left
Eleven people are in detention in connection with the killing of far-right student activist Quentin Deranque. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
I would scream in my sleep: Women from Syria's Alawite minority tell of kidnap and rape
The BBC hears harrowing accounts of assaults appearing to target the sect of former President Assad. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cuS5Q1o ...
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
France releases suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker after fine paid
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said the vessel was departing Marseille after a payment of "several million euros". fro...
Police identify suspect in Rhode Island ice rink shooting
Two people were killed and three others were injured at a shooting at a high school hockey game in Pawtucket. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Monday, February 16, 2026
'It's never too late': Savannah Guthrie's new plea for mother's release as FBI analyses glove
The FBI says it recovered a DNA sample from the glove, which was found in a field a few miles from Guthrie's home. from BBC News https...
US attorney general criticised after saying all Epstein files have been released
Lawmakers, including those who wrote the law requiring their publication, argue the release is insufficient. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Sunday, February 15, 2026
What is the dart frog toxin allegedly used to kill Alexei Navalny?
The toxin, epibatidine, can be found in frogs in the wild in South America or manufactured in a lab. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JoT85HA ...
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Six possible effects of Trump's climate policy change
The announcement on Thursday removes the legal bedrock for much of US environmental legislation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uGCcnhw
Indian man admits plot to kill US-based Sikh separatist leader
Nikhil Gupta faces a possible 40-year sentence in a murder-for-hire plot targeting Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s...
Friday, February 13, 2026
Bangladesh Nationalist Party sweeps to victory in first election since Gen Z uprising
Voters are hoping for a return to democracy after 15 years of authoritarian rule under Sheikh Hasina. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g0DCLz5...
Leak damages 19th Century painting in latest Louvre setback
A catalogue of incidents at the world's most visited museum have placed museum bosses come under increasing scrutiny. from BBC News ht...
Thursday, February 12, 2026
'My son is dead': Swiss bar owners confronted by fire victim families
Jessica and Jacques Moretti are under criminal investigation for involuntary manslaughter, as well as bodily harm and arson through negligen...
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
The Dutch love four-day working weeks, but are they sustainable?
The Netherlands has the lowest working hours in Europe, but some say it is harming its economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dnv4A9j
Police identify 18-year-old as suspect in Tumbler Ridge shooting
Six people were killed and at least 25 others were injured at a school, and two others were found dead at a nearby home. from BBC News htt...
Four takeaways from Pam Bondi's fiery Epstein testimony
Lawmakers accused Bondi's justice department of making improper redactions to Epstein files as she fired back. from BBC News https://i...
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Kenya to confront Russia over 'unacceptable' use of its nationals in combat
Nairobi says it has shut down illegal recruiters and will urge Moscow to sign a deal banning conscription. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ho...
Monday, February 9, 2026
Bad Bunny makes history as Trump criticises 'terrible' Super Bowl show
Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny makes history with his entirely Spanish set on the sporting world's biggest stage. from BBC News https:/...
Norway police investigate diplomat over Epstein links
Mona Juul and her husband Terje Rød-Larsen - who played a vital role in the Oslo Accords - are being investigated for "aggravated corru...
Sunday, February 8, 2026
Christchurch shooter seeks to overturn guilty plea
Brenton Tarrant is serving a life sentence after murdering 51 people in the March 2019 attack on two mosques in New Zealand. from BBC News...
No big names. No big budget. But Heated Rivalry is a big hit
The made-on-a-shoe-string, Canadian-produced series is taking the world by storm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IubqBi6
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Will Sunday's snap election gamble pay off for Japan's first female premier?
Sanae Takaichi is popular - but inflation and a diplomatic row with China weigh on voters' minds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cRM7bAS...
The woman tasked with kicking Australian kids off social media
After decades working in the private tech industry, Julia Inman Grant now finds herself on the other side. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dO...
'I don't want to imagine what happened' - Shock and disbelief in area Nancy Guthrie went missing
The disappearance of the 84-year-old mother of news anchor Savannah Guthrie has left a community searching for clues and hoping for her safe...
Friday, February 6, 2026
What the Super Bowl means to American fans
NFL fans have flocked to California for Super Bowl LX, where the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will face off at Levi's Stadi...
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Meet the women protecting India's snow leopards
The women brave biting cold to count and conserve a predator once seen as a threat in their villages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a1enoqH...
Norway investigates former PM Jagland over alleged Epstein links
Police say Thorbjørn Jagland is suspected of "aggravated corruption", requesting for his immunity to be revoked. from BBC News h...
Starmer apologises to Epstein victims for believing Mandelson's 'lies'
The PM says the depth of the pair's relationship was not known when he was appointed US ambassador. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eHYro...
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Trump says America should move on from Epstein - it may not be that easy
The justice department says its review of the files is over, but the story is again proving to have a life of its own. from BBC News https...
Fears of new arms race as US-Russia nuclear weapons treaty due to expire
The New Start treaty has limited the number of deployed strategic nuclear warheads for both countries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nEx9ZA...
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
'Record number of missiles' hit Ukraine leaving thousands with no heating in -20C
The attack - which reportedly consisted of more than 70 missiles and 450 drones - comes after a so-called "energy truce" expired a...
Gazans returning through Rafah crossing describe checks by Palestinian militia
One Palestinian woman said members of the Israel-linked militia searched them and their belongings at an Israeli checkpoint inside Gaza. f...
Monday, February 2, 2026
Shanties in a Lagos lagoon: Bulldozed and burnt
Residents suspect the demolitions are aimed at gentrifying the waterfront in Nigeria's biggest city, but officials deny this. from BBC...
BBC reports from Oslo court ahead of rape trial of Crown Princess's son
Norway's royal family has been embroiled in recent scandals, including Crown Princess Mette-Marit links with Epstein. from BBC News ht...
Ghana suspends citizenship process for people of African descent
Since 2016, those who can prove their ancestors came from Africa have been able to get Ghanaian nationality. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Sunday, February 1, 2026
Starbucks bets on robots to brew a turnaround in customers
Chief executive Brian Niccol explains why he thinks AI will help the coffee giant regain its buzz. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NtJrM89
Teenager dies from Swiss bar fire injuries, bringing death toll to 41
The 18-year-old Swiss national died at a hospital in Zurich, the local prosecutor said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YhsrWoi
Saturday, January 31, 2026
US government partially shuts down despite last minute funding deal
The soonest the US House of Representatives can vote on the funding deal and end the shutdown is Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gn9u...
Friday, January 30, 2026
Music legend Fela Kuti becomes first African to get Grammys Lifetime Achievement Award
Almost 30 years after he died, the Nigerian will posthumously receive a Lifetime Achievement Award. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zH6DyR4
Ukraine sees quieter night as Trump says Putin will not attack its cities
Russia said the US president requested a pause in strikes on Kyiv until 1 February, a move Trump said was prompted by the cold weather. fr...
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Syria's defiant Kurds vow to 'fight until last breath' despite government push
The US fought IS with the Kurds for years. Now, Donald Trump is siding with Syria's new leader. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MeCRUtl
Talks ramp up to avert US government shutdown after Minneapolis shooting
Democrats are pushing to remove funding for the Department of Homeland Security unless new measures are implemented. from BBC News https:/...
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
'I don't let bullies win,' says US congresswoman Omar after substance thrown at her
The Minnesota Democrat was uninjured and continued to speak at her event, after being sprayed with an unidentified liquid. from BBC News h...
During heated hearing, Rubio insists US action in Venezuela will lead to prosperity and security
The US Secretary of State remained robustly on message when asked about the legality of Maduro's removal, plans for oil sales, and the f...
Iran's internet is returning - but not for everyone
The country cut off internet access on 8 January following a government crackdown on protesters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PLdb9RG
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Firefighters battle 'emergency level' blazes in Australia heatwave
Firefighters in Victoria are battling at least six major fires amid a record-breaking heatwave. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tMd2jvp
India and EU announce 'mother of all trade deals'
The long-awaited deal comes as both Delhi and Brussels contend with economic and geopolitical pressure from the US. from BBC News https://...
Monday, January 26, 2026
Spain slashes speed limit on popular train route after fault found
The discovery of a crack on the Madrid-Barcelona line follows two recent deadly crashes in the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KLPJs...
Trump abandons attack mode as Minneapolis shooting backlash grows
The White House has shifted how it talks about Alex Pretti's killing as more Republicans express concern over the deadly encounter. fr...
Gunmen storm Mexico football pitch and kill at least 11 people
The incident happened in Salamanca, a city particularly subject to gang-related violence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7iphqnQ
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Winter storm grips US as millions face power outages and disruption
A powerful winter storm swept across the country, with heavy snow, ice and dangerously low temperatures affecting millions. from BBC News ...
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Germany arrests suspected Hamas member over alleged attack plot
The Lebanese man helped helped plan attacks on Jewish and Israeli institutions in Europe, prosecutors say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AK...
How Soviet urban planning is helping Russia freeze Ukraine
Thousands of people are affected when heating plants are targeted by Russian forces. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TUDEoJa
Friday, January 23, 2026
Stuck between the US and Russia, Canada must prove it can defend its Arctic territory
Canada has been boosting its forces in the Arctic in the face of new threats - and US concerns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NjsK0Fv
Danish PM in Greenland for 'show of support' after Trump threats
Mette Frederiksen visits the territory after weeks of tension over the US president's warnings that he could take control of it. from ...
Thursday, January 22, 2026
UK holds off joining Trump's Board of Peace over Putin concerns
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says the Russian president has shown no commitment to peace in Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hCHxQ...
Two dead and several missing in New Zealand landslides
Heavy rains have ravaged the country's North Island, with a minister comparing it to a "war zone". from BBC News https://ift...
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
What we know about Spain's worst rail disaster in over a decade
What caused the train to derail remains unclear but officials say an investigation has been launched. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o0rmAzj...
Photos leaked to BBC show faces of hundreds killed in Iran's brutal protest crackdown
The images from one mortuary in Tehran were shown to families who went to identify their loved ones. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pO61QMB ...
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Second lady Usha Vance announces she is pregnant with fourth child
Vance posted on social media that she is looking forward to welcoming a boy in late July. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MqI4Nr8
Ukraine's parliament and half of Kyiv with no heating after Russian strikes
President Zelensky says Russia has started using "far more" ballistic missiles in its attacks on Ukraine. from BBC News https://...
Trump's full messages with European leaders – and what they tell us
Experts tell BBC what to read into private messages between US President Donald Trump and European leaders that have been shared publicly . ...
Monday, January 19, 2026
Watch: Spain train crash survivors describe 'absolutely terrifying' scene
Passengers recount the moment two trains collided between Málaga and Madrid on Sunday evening. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RJqNMHI
At the scene of Spain's worst rail disaster in over a decade
The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe visited the scene, where a large police cordon is in place. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6cdioDN
Sunday, January 18, 2026
EU weighs response to Trump's tariff threat over Greenland
Europe is split between hitting back at Trump's tariff threat or holding fire to avoid a damaging trade war. from BBC News https://ift...
Israel pushes back on Trump's picks for executives on Gaza 'Board of Peace'
Israel says it is unhappy it was not consulted, and Palestinians have also been critical. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YmDctRv
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Trump tariff threat over Greenland 'unacceptable', European leaders say
The US president says several European allies opposed to his plans to buy Greenland will face 10% tariffs from February. from BBC News htt...
Paracetamol is safe in pregnancy, says study refuting Trump autism claims
Researchers say their gold-standard review should put an end to the debate over use of the common painkiller during pregnancy. from BBC Ne...
What a seventh term for 81-year-old leader means for Uganda
Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy. from BBC ...
Friday, January 16, 2026
From camouflage to tracksuits - Guinea's junta leader poised to become civilian president
Junta chief Mamadi Doumbouya, set for a seven-year term, has to prove himself as a democratic leader. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X4myrsS...
'Anger and frustration': BBC reports from Iranian-Armenian border
BBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from the Iranian-Armenian border as internet shutdown continues following deadly protests...
Thursday, January 15, 2026
US forces seize a sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker in Caribbean Sea
The tanker, Veronica, was seized in a predawn operation "without incident", the US military's Southern Command says. from BB...
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Tehran morgue videos show the brutality of Iran's crackdown on protesters
Distressing footage reveals nearly 200 bodies with one victim identified as young as 16. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UEzSu6W
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
What message do Greenlanders have for Trump?
The BBC's Europe editor Katya Adler hears from Greenlanders, whose island is embroiled in a geopolitical storm. from BBC News https://...
'Now there's the threat of executions' in Iran
An Iranian security official says 2,000 people have been killed so far after a crackdown on weeks of anti-government protests. from BBC Ne...
Monday, January 12, 2026
Jailed Venezuelan politician's son says Trump shouldn't be 'fooled' by pledge of prisoner releases
Ramón Guanipa's father was accused of treason for challenging the disputed 2024 presidential election result. from BBC News https://if...
'They just kept killing': Eyewitnesses describe deadly crackdown in Iran
The BBC has received eyewitness accounts of security forces attacking anti-government protesters across the country. from BBC News https:/...
Meta blocks 550,000 accounts under Australia's social media ban
The new law, which came into effect in December, is aimed at protecting children from online harm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5S0xsiN
Sunday, January 11, 2026
Watch: Backlash against Musk's Grok AI explained
Technology editor Zoe Kleinman explains the row over changes made by X to it's Grok AI image edits, after the UK government called it ...
Thousands of tourists stranded in Lapland as cold grounds flights
All flights out of Kittila airport in northern Finland were cancelled on Sunday with temperatures falling as low as -38C. from BBC News ht...
Saturday, January 10, 2026
Swiss search souls and question government after ski resort fire
The New Year's Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana killed 40 people and injured 116. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cp8HRid
Friday, January 9, 2026
US seizes fifth oil tanker linked to Venezuela, officials say
The tanker, the Olina, is on multiple countries' sanctions list and is "suspected of carrying embargoed oil", US officials say...
EU reaches South America trade deal after 25 years of talks
Some farmers in Europe opposed the deal, but the EU Commission said it had listened to their concerns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JN6ERi...
Trump's warning looms over Iran protests response
Iranian authorities appear to be unusually restrained in reacting to mass protests, a possible result of Donald Trump's threat to interv...
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Minnesota officials say FBI blocked their access to ICE shooting probe
Hundreds of people have taken to the streets of Minneapolis to protest the killing of 37-year-old Renee Good. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Huge anti-government protests in Tehran and other Iranian cities, videos show
Rallies on major roads in the capital and in Iran's second city were peaceful and not dispersed by security forces. from BBC News http...
Two starkly opposed Americas laid bare by deadly ICE shooting
The incident is threatening to inflame a deeply contentious debate over immigration enforcement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2ygPj9U
Bowen: Trump risks pushing world back to age of empires
Donald Trump wants and needs quick victories. Taking Maduro is the decisive win he has craved, writes Jeremy Bowen. from BBC News https://...
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Thousands flee clashes between Syrian government and Kurdish fighters in Aleppo
At least 12 people have reportedly been killed in the city, where the army is demanding Kurdish fighters leave two neighbourhoods. from BB...
UN rights chief says Israeli policy in West Bank 'resembles apartheid system'
Israel says Volker Türk's office makes "absurd" accusations in a report that details what the UN calls "systemic discrimi...
Cambodia extradites alleged scam mastermind to China after arrest
Chen Zhi is charged with turning his business into a front for fraud hubs that stole from people around the world. from BBC News https://i...
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Zelensky replaces Ukraine's powerful security service chief
The Ukrainian president has come under heavy criticism for his reshuffling of one the country's most successful security agencies. fro...
BBC looks into the relationship between Cuba and Venezuela
The BBC's Cuba correspondent, Will Grant, explains what's the nature of the relationship between Venezuela and Cuba. from BBC News...
'It seems unjust to me' - Views on Maduro's seizure from Caracas
BBC Mundo has spoken to Venezuelans in the country's capital about the latest US military operation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rl7o...
US may intercept and seize oil tanker heading for Europe, reports say
US officials have a warrant to seize the Russian-flagged ship accused of breaking sanctions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rCHZkP7
Monday, January 5, 2026
Watch: What it was like in the courtroom at Maduro's hearing
The BBC's Madeline Halpert was inside the room as the former Venezuelan president addressed the judge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X6...
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Spies, drones and blowtorches: How the US captured Maduro
An extraordinary mission dubbed "Operation Absolute Resolve" saw elite troops breach the Venezuelan president's fortified comp...
Saturday, January 3, 2026
Saudi Arabia calls for Yemeni factions to attend 'dialogue' in Riyadh
It comes after clashes and an independence bid in southern Yemen bring Saudi and UAE-backed forces into confrontation. from BBC News https...
Missile attack on Kharkiv kills two including child, authorities say
Russian officials say reports of the missile strike are untrue, suggesting the explosion was caused by Ukrainian ammunition. from BBC News...
Friday, January 2, 2026
Four challenges facing New York City Mayor Mamdani
Can the Democratic socialist deliver on the big cost-of-living promises that propelled him to victory? from BBC News https://ift.tt/s0tmOE...
How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse
Inside the K-beauty industry that has made South Korea a major player in worldwide beauty market. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pml4Jgw
Watch: Earthquake interrupts Mexico's president during press conference
The 6.5 magnitude trembler shook buildings and set off the country's earthquake alert system. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gkdJus0
Thursday, January 1, 2026
Americans brace to start New Year without healthcare
More than 20 million Americans are preparing for steeper healthcare costs in the New Year because of expiring subsidies. from BBC News htt...
Two killed in clashes between protesters and security forces in Iran
Videos on social media showed cars set on fire during running battles as protests entered their fifth day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cn...
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Finnish police seize ship suspected of sabotaging undersea cable
Police arrested 14 crew members on the ship sailing from St Petersburg, Russia, to the Israeli port of Haifa. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Jailed HK tycoon's 'teeth rotting and fingernails falling off', daughter tells BBC
The daughter of Jimmy Lai tells the BBC that her father's health is deteriorating in prison. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t9NFAaU
Fireworks, drums and light shows: How the world is welcoming 2026
Countries around the world celebrated the new year with colourful shows and long held traditions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F9g0kHd
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Watch: Underwater chess champions compete for world title
Using weighted pieces and magnetic boards, players of the hybrid sport must complete each move in one breath. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Trump hopes to reach phase two of Gaza ceasefire 'very quickly'
The US president also warns Hamas will have "hell to pay" if it does not disarm, after talks with Netanyahu. from BBC News https...
Monday, December 29, 2025
John Simpson: 'I've reported on 40 wars but I've never seen a year like 2025'
It has been a year of multiple major conflicts - and there are geopolitical implications of unparalleled importance from BBC News https://...
Why Israel's recognition of Somaliland as an independent state is controversial
Somaliland wants international recognition - here's why, and what could have driven Israel to recognise it now. from BBC News https://...
'There are many challenges': Syrians in Turkey consider return after fall of Assad
Syrians in Turkey are weighing up whether it is the right time to return to their homeland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q9xwAn4
Sunday, December 28, 2025
Nine people, including five children, stabbed to death in Suriname
Police detained the male suspect after shooting him in the leg, while two others are seriously injured. from BBC News https://ift.tt/geAF7...
Brazil's Bolsonaro undergoes medical treatment for hiccups
The 70-year-old had suffered with the spasms for nine months, his wife says, and was already in hospital for hernia surgery. from BBC News...
Saturday, December 27, 2025
Snow-capped Mount Etna erupts as skiers glide down slopes
Scientists say volcanic activity at the site, which frequently erupts, had intensified this week, with craters continuously emitting ash. ...
Friday, December 26, 2025
Her husband's kidnapping became Malaysia's biggest mystery. Then came a stunning confession
Nine years after her husband disappeared, Susanna Liew had a stunning legal win in one of Malaysia's biggest mysteries. from BBC News ...
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Sean 'Diddy' Combs files appeal asking for immediate prison release
Combs argues his sentence was improperly decided and asked that his conviction also be thrown out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pj6EfNI
Zelensky hails 'new ideas' on peace after talks with US envoys
Ukraine's leader gives an upbeat assessment after discussing the plan with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. from BBC News https://ift....
Officials discover a million more documents potentially related to Epstein case
The US Department of Justice says reviewing the material could delay the full release of Epstein documents by a "few more weeks". ...
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Two dead after Pennsylvania nursing home explosions
Authorities are investigating whether a gas leak was to blame for the twin blasts and fire, which caused a partial collapse. from BBC News...
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Israel extends order allowing closure of foreign broadcasters
A bill passed by parliament expands temporary powers introduced during the Gaza war to shutter outlets seen as a security threat. from BBC...
Monday, December 22, 2025
Bondi gunmen 'meticulously' planned attack for months, police allege
Police release a tranche of documents allegedly tracing the suspects' movements prior to the deadly shooting. from BBC News https://if...
Trump's appointment of Greenland envoy sparks fresh row with Denmark
The BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale explains how Trump's appoinment of a special envoy to Greenland has shaken diplomat...
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Survivors 'nervous and sceptical' about release of remaining Epstein files
US lawmakers who pushed for the documents to be made public have criticised the initial release as incomplete. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Australian state plans to ban intifada chants after Bondi shooting
New South Wales will look at passing hate speech laws after Australia's deadliest shooting in almost 30 years. from BBC News https://i...
Engineer becomes first wheelchair user to go to space
"It was the coolest experience!" said Michaela Benthaus after the 10-minute Blue Origin flight. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l5E...
Friday, December 19, 2025
Putin tells BBC Western leaders deceived Russia
BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg had the opportunity to ask Vladimir Putin about his plans for the future of the country. from BBC News h...
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Trump Media to merge with fusion energy firm in $6bn deal
The company behind President Trump's Truth Social platform makes a surprising move into the energy sector. from BBC News https://ift.t...
'She's a superhero': The acts of bravery as Bondi horror unfolded
A father tells the BBC he owes the life of his child to a stranger forced into an impossible decision. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lPnBXH...
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Miss Finland's viral 'slanted-eyes' photo stirs racism firestorm
Ex- Miss Universe contestant Sarah Dzafce has drawn backlash in East Asia and in her own country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xk6Xtpj
Spain to open network of climate shelters
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says the shelters will be in public buildings across the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9UjlEry
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Ukraine struggling to keep lights on under Russian attack, says energy boss
DTEK boss Maxim Timchenko says the intensity of Russian strikes is so frequent there is no time to recover. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H...
Monday, December 15, 2025
Epstein's UK flights had alleged British abuse victims on board, BBC finds
Lawyers representing victims say it is “shocking” there has never been a “full-scale” UK inquiry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hStpLN6
How the Bondi Beach shooting unfolded
Eleven minutes of video capture the moment Bondi beach turns into a scene of horror. Eleven minutes of video capture the moment Bondi beach ...
Sunday, December 14, 2025
John Cena takes his final bow, after last ever WWE fight
The actor and wrestler brought the curtain down on a 24-year career that saw him become one of wrestling's biggest stars. from BBC New...
He was an Uber driver in the US. Now he's scared of jihadists after deportation to Somalia
As some Somali migrants fear what might happen next, the BBC speaks to one deportee in Mogadishu. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fk2SOnQ
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Manhunt continues after two killed in shooting at Brown University
The gunman is at large after opening fire in a building where exams were taking place at the campus in Providence, Rhode Island. from BBC ...
Cambodia shuts border crossings with Thailand as fighting continues
It comes despite US President Donald Trump saying both sides had agreed to a ceasefire deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QmbRPgB
BBC captures celebrations as Belarus frees political prisoners
Southern & Eastern Europe correspondent Sarah Rainsford reports from Lithuania, where some of the released prisoners were taken. from ...
Friday, December 12, 2025
Taylor Swift shown breaking down in tears after she met UK attack families
Backstage footage shows the singer in tears after meeting survivors of the attack during her world tour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1Ecb...
Ghanaian influencer charged over $8m scam targeting elderly Americans
He is accused of using romance scams to defraud $8m, with the profits flaunted on Instagram. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LeAD9q5
Thursday, December 11, 2025
From Iran to China to Venezuela - how tanker seized by US hid true location
A seized tanker accused of smuggling sanctioned oil has long hidden its true location. BBC Verify examines how. from BBC News https://ift....
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Sarkozy releases prison diaries about his 20 days behind bars
The former French president was jailed for taking part in an election campaign funding conspiracy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rkgrb6C
US judge blocks Trump's National Guard deployment in Los Angeles
The judge has ordered control of the the troops, which were deployed in June, to be returned to California's governor. from BBC News h...
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Ukrainians raise flag to show BBC the fight goes on in city claimed by Russia
Ukraine barely has a hold on Pokrovsk, but its forces are keen to show they are still resisting Russia's advance. from BBC News https:...
These young Australians grew up with social media - what do they think of the ban?
The BBC took to the streets of Sydney to find out what young people aged between 18 and 20 think of Australia’s under-16s social media ban. ...
Monday, December 8, 2025
A wage for housework? India's sweeping experiment in paying women
Some 118 million women in 12 Indian states receive unconditional cash transfers, one of the world’s largest experiments. from BBC News htt...
How Australia found itself battling big tech over social media for children
Australia's policy is the culmination of years of pressure on tech companies over online safety, experts say. from BBC News https://if...
Three-year-old girl killed in Gaza by Israeli forces, local sources say
Israel says it is unaware of a strike, but is investigating the reported death of the child in southern Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Hunt under way for Benin coup plotters as two hostages reportedly freed
Nigeria sent fighter jets to help oust the mutineers from the national broadcaster and a military camp. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AQmya...
Sunday, December 7, 2025
White South Africans divided on US refugee offer
Donald Trump says white South Africans are being persecuted and so qualify for asylum but black farmers are also being killed. from BBC Ne...
Death of Venezuelan opposition figure in custody 'vile', US says
Alfredo DÃaz, 56, died in prison cell on Saturday, human rights groups say, prompting opposition outcry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/STN7...
Trump criticises Democrat he pardoned over not switching political parties
Texas Representative Henry Cuellar is running for re-election as a Democrat after Trump pardoned him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IOCaW9c...
Saturday, December 6, 2025
National Guardsman 'slowly healing' after being shot in Washington DC
Andrew Wolfe, 24, is expected to remain in acute care with a head wound for a few more weeks, his family says. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Can you ban kids from social media? Australia is about to, but some teens are a step ahead
The law comes into effect this week but critics worry it can't be enforced - and shouldn't be either. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Friday, December 5, 2025
Boycotts and arguments - can the Eurovision Song Contest survive its biggest crisis?
The biggest crisis in the Eurovision Song Contest's history raises major questions about its future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pAWS...
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Alert sent for Nevada earthquake that did not happen
An erroneous alert warning of a major Nevada earthquake reached as far as California before being withdrawn. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Trump hosts signing of peace deal between leaders of DR Congo and Rwanda
The US president hopes that a peace deal will pave the way for greater American investment in the resource-rich region. from BBC News http...
South Korea developing app that shows real-time location of stalkers
Critics have voiced concern over the pervasiveness of stalking and violence against women in South Korea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/12a...
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Watch: What Tennessee's special election means for the Republican party
Republican Matt Van Epps won, but his margin of victory was less than half of what it was just over a year ago for President Trump in the sa...
Stop wasting the world's time, Ukraine tells Putin after US talks in Moscow
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha spoke after high-stakes talks on ending the war failed to produce tangible results. from BBC New...
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Cyclone catastrophe in Sri Lanka awakens volunteer spirit
Fishing boats deliver relief supplies to flooded suburbs as community kitchens churn out food aid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5edZkhL
Bulgaria ditches budget plan after tens of thousands join protests
Demonstrators said the plan - the country's first in euros - attempted to hide widespread government corruption. from BBC News https:/...
What is Honduras ex-president accused of and why has Trump pardoned him?
Juan Orlando Hernández, once called the key figure in a drug trafficking scheme that flooded America with over 400 tonnes of cocaine, walks ...
Monday, December 1, 2025
Australia's social media ban explained... in 60 seconds
Australia is banning social media for everyone under the age 16 - but will it actually work? Here's everything you need to know. from ...
Dozens missing as deadly landslide hits two boats in Peru
Rescue efforts in Peru's central Ucayali region are being hindered by strong currents on the river, one official said. from BBC News h...
Sunday, November 30, 2025
Three children among four killed in shooting at 'birthday party' in California
Officials say 11 others are injured in what they believe is a "targeted" shooting at a children's birthday party. from BBC N...
Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia
The two ships struck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A0XyjFO
Saturday, November 29, 2025
Why I spend hours painstakingly repairing banknotes
Fixing cash is a thriving new business in Gaza after Israel stopped transfers of banknotes and banks were destroyed and looted. from BBC N...
Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia
The two ships stuck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A0XyjFO
Flights returning to normal after Airbus warning grounded planes
Around 6,000 planes were affected after an issue that could corrupt data was discovered. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5UC83Ku
Friday, November 28, 2025
How were Afghan evacuees vetted under Biden?
BBC Verify looks into claims that the Afghan national suspected of shooting two National Guard members in Washington DC entered the US unvet...
Hungary's Orban defies EU partners and meets Putin again in Moscow
Russia's leader praised what he called Orban's "balanced position on the situation in Ukraine". from BBC News https://if...
Thursday, November 27, 2025
Video shows speed fire spreads in Hong Kong tower block
Footage geolocated by BBC Verify show the blaze taking hold in Wang Cheong House. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4whcvsn
General named new Guinea-Bissau leader a day after coup
Gen Horta N’Tam is sworn in during a ceremony at the army headquarters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ODTzX7G
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
US transportation secretary wants more civility in air travel. Not everyone is on board
Experts say a public service campaign is missing the mark as US airports brace for the busiest holiday season in years. from BBC News http...
Stone-hurling anger unnerves Zambia's 'fix-it' president
After 2021's landslide win, Hakainde Hichilema has nine months to convince voters he deserves a second term. from BBC News https://ift...
'I am devastated': Hong Kong residents in disbelief after fire destroys blocks of flats
Efforts to control the blaze are continuing as locals wait for news of missing loved ones. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ghRP1eW
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Who killed our children? Indian parents ask as 'house of horrors' convict acquitted
Twenty years after police found the bodies of 19 women and children in Nithari, the case is back in the spotlight. from BBC News https://i...
German 'hammer gang' trial for seven accused of extreme-left violence
The trial in Dresden comes shortly after the US designated the Antifa Ost group as a terrorist organisation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Trump envoy denies bias as he pushes for Sudan peace plan
Efforts to negotiate an end to the war, which has displaced 12 million people, remain unfruitful. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0H9afPZ
Monday, November 24, 2025
S Korea's most prolific online sex criminal sentenced to life in prison
"Pastor" Kim Nok-wan, 33, ran a cybersex ring that exploited hundreds of victims including minors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Bollywood's 'He-Man' Dharmendra dies at 89
Best known for the iconic role of Veeru in the all-time great Sholay, Dharmendra was India's "most handsome actor". from BBC...
Sunday, November 23, 2025
Chinese land, US radar and ties to Taiwan: The geopolitics rattling a tiny Pacific nation
Palau's strategic location and diplomatic ties with Taiwan have made it a focus of US-China rivalry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cAqT...
US hails 'tremendous progress' at Ukraine peace talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says more work is needed to finalise a US-Ukraine deal that will then need Russia's agreement. from BBC...
Ukraine's Aonishiki becomes sumo champion in Japan
Aonishiki wins the November sumo tournament in Japan and becomes the first person from Ukraine to claim an elite-level sumo championship. ...
Saturday, November 22, 2025
Trump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene to quit Congress after Epstein files feud
A falling out with the US president erupted amid her relentless calls to release documents on the late paedophile. from BBC News https://i...
Irish fashion designer Paul Costelloe dies aged 80
His family issued a statement on Saturday saying they are "deeply saddened to announce the passing of Paul Costelloe following a short ...
Friday, November 21, 2025
Zelensky warns Ukraine risks losing US support over White House peace plan
Vladimir Putin says the plan could be the "basis" for peace but warns Russia is prepared to fight on. from BBC News https://ift....
'A lot of fighting': Fossil fuel row breaks out at UN climate summit
A row over fossil fuels has broken out at COP30 but this is also likely to be a negotiating tactic. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6pLGSBT
US judge resigns after being disciplined for wearing Elvis wig in court
In court, Judge Thornhill would play the singer's music from his phone and make "irrelevant" references to him. from BBC New...
Thursday, November 20, 2025
India's delayed action plan raises eyebrows at COP30 climate summit
India says it has met a key target of its previous climate action plan, but many say it needs to do more. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pmz...
BBC visits US-led Gaza ceasefire monitoring centre in Israel
Soldiers from more than 20 countries, diplomats and aid workers are based at the Civil-Military Coordination Centre (CMCC). from BBC News ...
'Huge columns of smoke': BBC at the scene of massive fire at COP30
Climate Editor Justin Rowlatt was at the UN climate talks in Brazil when a fire broke out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2aWPZUs
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Klimt painting second most expensive artwork sold at auction
The portrait of Austrian heiress Elisabeth Lederer was looted by the Nazis and almost destroyed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9pG6I75
Italy to extradite Nord Stream blast suspect to Germany
Former Ukrainian military officer Serhiy Kuznetsov will face a charge of anti-constitutional sabotage in Berlin. from BBC News https://ift...
Trial opens into North Macedonia nightclub fire that killed 63
Thirty-five people and three institutions are on trial. Prosecutors say years of failings turned the venue into a death trap. from BBC New...
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Ex-Harvard president Larry Summers steps back from public role after Epstein email release
The former US treasury secretary says he is "ashamed" of his emails to the late sex offender. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f7jUK...
Zelensky to meet Trump envoy in Turkey in bid to 'intensify' peace talks
There were no plans for the Russian side to join the talks, the Kremlin said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N2VjgZJ
Monday, November 17, 2025
Jury in high-profile Australian trial visit beach where murder victim found
Rajwinder Singh denies stabbing the 24-year-old to death in October 2019. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZSnj1yI
Ukraine to import US liquefied natural gas via Greece
Vital supplies are due to start flowing from the Balkans as energy infrastructure faces sustained Russian attack. from BBC News https://if...
Sunday, November 16, 2025
The oil pipeline feud testing Canada's global ambitions
The rift between two provinces at odds over a proposed pipeline is straining Canada's unity as it seeks to become an energy superpower. ...
Federal agents launch immigration crackdown in city of Charlotte
Operation "Charlotte's Web" is part of Donald Trump’s attempt to deliver "the largest deportation programme" in US h...
Saturday, November 15, 2025
The US will help South Korea build nuclear 'attack' submarines - here's what that means
The agreement comes amid a period of growing geopolitical tensions on the Korean Peninsula. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mhY9H7S
Iran confirms it seized tanker in Strait of Hormuz
The Talara tanker was travelling from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Singapore. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qStyOn4
Zelensky vows energy sector overhaul after $100m corruption scandal
State-owned energy firms will be fully audited and new management brought in, the Ukrainian PM says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XKfVRvy ...
Friday, November 14, 2025
Pakistan's army has always been influential - now its chief has new powers
Critics say the move, which entrenches the military's hold on power, paves the way toward autocracy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4J8F...
Record settler attacks in West Bank opening up rifts within Israel
In October more than 260 settler attacks resulted in Palestinians casualties or property damage according to the UN. from BBC News https:/...
Tanzania president promises probe into election protest deaths
The opposition says that hundreds of people were killed during the unrest but there is no official death toll. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Thirteen hours by touch – inside one of the world's longest exam days
South Korea's national college entry exam is notoriously hard - but blind students face unique challenges. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
What we know about new Epstein emails that mention Trump
In emails released by Democrats, Epstein says Trump "knew about the girls". The White House says they are an attempt to "smea...
Delhi blast was terror incident, Indian government says
India's government says it unequivocally condemns the "dastardly and cowardly act" that killed eight people. from BBC News h...
French relief as Algeria frees jailed novelist at centre of diplomatic crisis
Almost a year to the day after Boualem Sansal was arrested, the Algerian president grants him a pardon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zhv6i...
At least 37 killed in Peru after bus plunges into ravine
The bus was carrying 60 passengers when it collided with a truck and careered off the road in the Arequipa region. from BBC News https://i...
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Moment newly opened bridge partially collapses in China
Local authorities in the southwestern province of Sichuan say there are no reports of casualties following the collapse. from BBC News htt...
Ghana's Asante king welcomes return of artefacts from the UK and South Africa
They include items looted by British colonial soldiers and others from the AngloGold Ashanti mining firm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N9R...
Monday, November 10, 2025
Dozens of inmates found hanged in Ecuador prison
Prison guards found 27 bodies hours after another four inmates were killed in clashes between rival gangs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oS...
Ros Atkins on... the BBC resignations
The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at the resignations of BBC bosses - and how this crisis didn't come out of nowhere. fro...
A jailed hacking kingpin reveals all about the gang that left a trail of destruction
One of the world's most prominent cyber-criminals speaks to the BBC in an exclusive interview. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BA4zYV0
Sunday, November 9, 2025
British man dies after being shot during robbery in Ghana
A manhunt is under way for the 68-year-old's killer and other suspects who were at the scene in Tema. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h34...
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Israel says body of Lior Rudaeff has been returned from Gaza
Lior Rudaeff died defending Nir Yitzhak kibbutz during the Hamas attack on 7 October 2023, the Israeli military said. from BBC News https:...
US cleaning woman shot and killed after arriving at wrong home
Police say they found Maria Florinda Rios Perez, 32, dead after she was shot on the front porch of a home in an Indianapolis suburb. from ...
Friday, November 7, 2025
Four held after protesters set off flares during Israeli orchestra concert in Paris
Clashes broke out during one of three disruptions to the performance featuring conductor Lahav Shani. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Es9JhMl...
Thursday, November 6, 2025
Louvre criticised for spending money on art instead of security in years before heist
Three weeks after the spectacular jewel theft at the Louvre, the museum is accused of neglecting safety and security. from BBC News https:...
Afghan opium crop plummets after Taliban ban, UN survey finds
Afghanistan used to produce more than 80% of global opium but a Taliban ban has cut that to a fraction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5L39m...
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Democrats hit back and a winning message - four election night takeaways
It was an encouraging night for the Democratic Party who scored some decisive wins. Here's what we learned. from BBC News https://ift....
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Drone strike hits funeral in Sudan, killing many mourners
The paramilitary RSF has been blamed for the attack as fighting in the oil-rich Kordofan area intensifies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Br...
China sentences infamous Myanmar scam mafia members to death
The Bai family is among notorious crime gangs ensnared in a crackdown on scam networks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D5P8n9r
Curfew lifted in Tanzania's main city after election unrest
Families continue to search for or bury relatives, a day after President Samia Suluhu Hassan was sworn in. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6w...
Sunday, November 2, 2025
Hurricane Melissa: Aerial view of 'ground zero' destruction
The BBC's Will Grant witnessed the devastation in the town of Black River, as he joined an aid helicopter flight over the island. from...
Young Russians are being seduced by a cheap, dangerous weight-loss pill called Molecule
Those taking the drug, which contains a substance banned in many other countries, are experiencing severe side effects. from BBC News http...
Saturday, November 1, 2025
Police seize €1.3bn from Campari owner over alleged tax evasion
The spirit manufacturer's parent firm is accused of failing to declare a similar amount in tax during a merger. from BBC News https://...
Friday, October 31, 2025
US strikes on alleged drug boats violate law, UN human rights chief says
Volker Türk said the strikes were "unacceptable" and urged Washington to halt them immediately. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FWd...
US judge blocks Trump administration from halting Snap food benefits
A federal judge said the plan to suspend food aid to millions of Americans during the ongoing US government shutdown is likely unlawful. f...
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Sudan RSF chief promises investigation as anger mounts over el-Fasher killings
The announcement comes after growing reports of mass killings, including of patients at a hospital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sqpt2U5
Trump's Asia tour sees deals, knee-bending and a revealing final meeting
His five-day tour displayed the power of his presidency - but also, at times, that power's limitations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P...
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 104, health ministry says, after Hamas accused of killing soldier
US President Trump says "nothing" will jeopardise the two-week-old ceasefire despite the flare-up of violence. from BBC News htt...
Investigation after woman left behind by cruise ship dies on island
Crew of Coral Adventurer only realised the 80-year-old Australian was missing hours after they left Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef....
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Strong winds and flying debris as Hurricane Melissa makes landfall
Storm surges of 13 feet (3.9m) above ground level and destructive waves are expected as the storm hits Jamaica. from BBC News https://ift....
Confederate statue torn down during anti-racism protests reinstalled in Washington
General Albert Pike's statue, toppled during George Floyd protests in 2020, is restored under orders from President Donald Trump. from...
Monday, October 27, 2025
Cameroon's 92-year-old president wins controversial eighth term
Paul Biya retains his title as the world's oldest head of state, in an election marred with violence and allegations of fraud. from BB...
Ivory Coast president, 83, secures fourth term after two rivals barred
Alassane Ouattara's win is unsurprising as his biggest rivals were barred from the election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/05ebn2G
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Hurricane Melissa strengthens as it barrels towards Jamaica
The rare highest-strength storm is set to hit Jamaica by Tuesday, having already caused two deaths in Haiti. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Russia says it has tested nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile
The experimental weapon is hailed as having a potentially unlimited range - though Western experts have questioned its value. from BBC New...
Saturday, October 25, 2025
Hundreds of smartphones intensified India bus blaze - reports
The bus was carrying 234 smartphones that likely ruptured, exacerbating the fire, officials told local media. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
'I'm not done', Kamala Harris tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg
The former vice president made her strongest suggestion to date that she will make another presidential bid in 2028 - after losing to Donald...
Connolly declared president of Ireland after landslide win
The result, long clear from early tallies, was officially announced at Dublin Castle. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LkIrNxa
Friday, October 24, 2025
Ontario to stop running anti-tariff advert that angered Trump
The advertisement will be paused from Monday so "trade talks can resume", Doug Ford says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sWXF1Bt
NBA stars and mafia among dozens arrested in illegal gambling crackdown
It follows a sweeping FBI investigation into illegal sports betting and rigged, mafia-linked poker games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QK0...
Thursday, October 23, 2025
France backing away from pledge to intercept migrant boats, sources tell BBC
The commitment has been hit by delays, with political turmoil in France partly to blame. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w4CscDF
The decades-old exemption that lets Trump fast-track White House rebuild
The White House and several other buildings are exempt from the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T...
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
US forces kill two in strike on alleged drug boat in the Pacific
This is the eighth US strike on alleged drug trafficking vessels near Latin America, the first on the Pacific side. from BBC News https://...
Cameroon judges reject election-rigging complaints
Results will be announced on Monday, prolonging the uncertainty with the opposition claiming victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ThQmIeg...
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Gaza ceasefire deal going better than expected, Vance says
The US vice-president's visit comes after a flare-up of violence between Israel and Hamas that threatened to derail the 12-day-old truce...
Watch: Dozens of giant pumpkins hit the water for rowing race
The 'squashbucklers' climbed into their hollowed out giant gourds, which are grown locally in the US state of Oregon. from BBC New...
Monday, October 20, 2025
US strikes on Latin American 'drug boats': What do we know, and are they legal?
Experts have suggested several attacks launched by the US may be illegal under international law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fgMEK69
Brazil grants oil exploration licence in Amazon region
The project by state oil giant Petrobras has faced dismay and opposition from conservationists. from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/art...
Israel receives body Hamas says is Gaza hostage
Before Monday, Hamas had handed over all living hostages and 12 out of 28 deceased hostages under a ceasefire. from BBC News https://www.b...
Sunday, October 19, 2025
Why John Bolton case is more serious than those against other Trump critics
Bolton argues his case is an example of "weaponisation" but legal experts say the charges are serious. from BBC News https://ift...
Giuffre thought she might 'die a sex slave' at hands of Epstein and his circle, memoir reveals
The BBC obtained a copy of Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir ahead of its publication on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o4Ig...
Saturday, October 18, 2025
'We are orphans': Kenyans bid farewell to ex-PM Odinga in his political heartland
Kisumu mourners flock to see Raila Odinga's body as Barack Obama remembers "a true champion of democracy". from BBC News htt...
Friday, October 17, 2025
US governor wins $1.4m playing blackjack in Las Vegas
Billionaire JB Pritzker won the sum while on holiday with friends and family. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6lmyKSc
Airline apologises for asking dead flight attendant for paperwork
The woman's death has triggered widespread anger in Taiwan following speculation that she was overworked. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Titan submersible imploded due to poor engineering, say US officials
The submersible disappeared from sensors on its journey to the wreck of the Titanic, killing all five people on board. from BBC News https...
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Bangladesh garment factory fire kills at least 16
The dead have been burned beyond recognition and officials have warned that the toll could rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r8IxXde
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Israel identifies bodies of four dead hostages returned by Hamas
The first four deceased hostages to be returned are Guy Illouz, Bipin Joshi, Yossi Sharabi and Daniel Peretz. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Monday, October 13, 2025
'Indescribable happiness' as detainees return to Gaza
Israel says it has released 1,968 prisoners and detainees as part of a ceasefire deal with Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h7qyMzp
Sunday, October 12, 2025
'She left trail of fairy dust': Tributes pour in for Diane Keaton
First Wives Club co-star Goldie Hawn says Diane Keaton left "memories beyond imagination" following her death aged 79. from BBC ...
Saturday, October 11, 2025
No survivors found after Tennessee explosives plant blast
With 18 people unaccounted for, the tragedy is "even more devastating than we thought", says a sheriff. from BBC News https://if...
Watch: North Korea shows off huge missile at military parade
Named the Hwasong-20, its size suggests that it could carry multiple nuclear warheads. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wr4g6jG
'We are inventing captivity medicine': Hospital prepares for freed Israeli hostages
Several of the hostages will be brought from Gaza to the Rabin Medical Center in Petah Tikva. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S70UFa9
Friday, October 10, 2025
Can the world's oldest president keep his title and woo a nation of young voters?
Cameroon's Paul Biya promises young voters "the best is yet to come" as others hunger for "young blood". from BBC ...
Qatar to build air force facility in Idaho, US says
The facility in Idaho will be used to train Qatari pilots to fly F-15 fighter jets, the US defence secretary says. from BBC News https://i...
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Naked mole rats' DNA could hold key to long life
The bald, subterranean rats are the world's longest-lived rodent. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5HJtgDa
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Have Russians set up a military base in my childhood home?
Satellite images show the house where the BBC's Vitaly Shevchenko grew up could now be a Russian base. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PW...
Macron will nominate new French prime minister in 48 hours
Sébastien Lecornu, the outgoing prime minister, said MPs recognise the pressing need to pass a budget by the end of the year. from BBC New...
No more veggie burgers? EU parliament votes to ban meat names for plant-based foods
Pressure to ban meat labels for plant-based products comes from Europe's livestock farmers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JHGCngL
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Fifa accuses Malaysia of faking foreign-born players' eligibility
The alleged forgery was done to comply with Fifa's 'grandfather rule' for foreign-born players. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v...
Everest hikers guided to safety after being stranded by blizzard
Hundreds of hikers have been guided to safety in Tibet after becoming trapped over the weekend by heavy snowfall. from BBC News https://if...
Monday, October 6, 2025
What are the key sticking points in Trump's Gaza peace plan?
Negotiators from Israel and Hamas are heading to Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, to start indirect talks about ending the Israel-Gaza war. from BB...
New Zealand pays Samoa millions after naval ship crash
HMNZS Manawanui started leaking oil into the ocean after it sank in Samoan waters a year ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/98Fq2dD
Trump and Brazilian President Lula have 'friendly' call
Brazil's government said the two "reminisced about the good chemistry" they had at the UN in New York. from BBC News https:/...
Sunday, October 5, 2025
Trump sends troops from California to Portland after court denies deployment
The move appears aimed at circumventing a court order that barred deploying troops in Portland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GaY2eRn
Al-Shabab militants dress as soldiers to storm Somali jail
An explosion and gunfire were heard coming from the jail, located near the presidential palace in Mogadishu. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Congress remains deadlocked on shutdown ahead of Monday vote
The Senate will meet again Monday to try to pass a bill to reopen the government but the chances of it passing appear slim. from BBC News ...
Georgia protesters try to storm Tbilisi presidential palace
Police used pepper spray to disperse demonstrators amid growing turmoil in the Caucasus country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JrjH1E4
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Netanyahu says he hopes to announce hostage release in the 'coming days'
Hamas will disarm "the easy way or the hard way", Israel's PM says after the group gave its response to a peace plan. from B...
Who is Japan's 'Iron Lady' Sanae Takaichi?
The conservative politician is set to be Japan's first female prime minister. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3SDx2un
Watch: Protesters attempt to storm Georgia's presidential palace
Water cannon and pepper spray was used by authorities to disperse protesters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wQDn98V
Friday, October 3, 2025
Blackout in Spain and Portugal 'first of its kind', report finds
The massive blackout that hit the Iberian peninsula is the first known blackout caused by overvoltage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I4V7Oo...
Fatal attack revives debate over controversial shark nets in Australia
The use of controversial shark nets was about to be scaled back in Sydney when a surfer was killed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1aMo923
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Senior member of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang arrested
The alleged head of the gang's armed wing was arrested in an operation between Colombia, the US and the UK. from BBC News https://ift....
'Find common ground', tourists in Washington tell lawmakers amid shutdown
Several museums and landmarks, including the US Capitol and Washington Monument, have closed to visitors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ok3...
Captain of tanker linked to Russian 'shadow fleet' charged in France
The Chinese national faces a count of refusing to follow naval instructions while piloting the vessel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QmLn8K...
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Watch: Jane Goodall tells BBC how she became interested in animals
The animal rights activist has died aged 91, after a pioneering career studying chimps. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4hI3jCJ
Jobs, travel, national parks - what impact will US shutdown have?
Washington's political gridlock could inflict wide-ranging miseries, as anything deemed non-essential will be put on hold. from BBC Ne...
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
South Africa's top diplomat in France found dead near Paris hotel
The circumstances around Nathi Mthethwa's death are being investigated by the French authorities. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1oJfgBR...
Three dead, dozens trapped after Indonesian school collapses on students
The rescue was temporarily halted on Tuesday as authorities say the building is at risk of further collapse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Monday, September 29, 2025
Watch: Trump and Netanyahu outline peace plan to end war in Gaza
The deal proposes an end to military operations, a release of Israeli hostages by Hamas and the immediate delivery of aid to Gaza. from BB...
Investigators search for motive in deadly Michigan church attack
Officials have interviewed more than 100 people as they work to establish why a gunman attacked a church and set it on fire. from BBC News...
Sunday, September 28, 2025
The picturesque Dutch village set to charge tourists an entry fee
Zaanse Schans, popular for its windmills, has a population of just 100 people - but more than two million tourists will have visited this ye...
US citizen released by Taliban after nine-month detention
Amir Amiry is expected to return to the US after months of negotiations for his release, which were led by Qatari mediators. from BBC News...
Three dead and several injured after shooting at US waterfront bar
The attacker opened fire from a boat at a crowded waterfront bar in Southport, North Carolina, officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Police break up ring trafficking Kenyans to fight for Russia in Ukraine
Recruitment materials, travel documents, and job offer letters were seized during the raid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PEGRiU1
Friday, September 26, 2025
Tony Blair in discussions to run transitional Gaza authority
The former prime minister has been in high-level planning talks over the territory's future, the BBC understands. from BBC News https:...
Drone attacks leave Denmark exposed - and searching for response
In an era of hybrid warfare, there is a sense of embarrassment that Denmark's critical infrastructure has become vulnerable. from BBC ...
Thursday, September 25, 2025
From former president to future prisoner: Sarkozy's conviction divides France
Sarkozy is back where he used to be – dominating the news and dividing the nation, writes the BBC's Hugh Schofield. from BBC News http...
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Typhoon Ragasa makes landfall in China after 17 killed in Taiwan
Ragasa is the world's strongest storm this year and has been roaring over the South China Sea for days. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g...
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Macron calls Trump after motorcade blocks his car
Macron and Trump were in New York for the 80th UN General Assembly from BBC News https://ift.tt/M6IWa1X
Monday, September 22, 2025
France formally recognises Palestinian state
Speaking at the UN in New York, President Emmanuel Macron said "the time for peace has come". from BBC News https://ift.tt/tNWD2...
Copenhagen airport shut after drone sightings, police say
Take-offs and landings at the airport have been suspended since around 20:30 local time (19:30 BST). from BBC News https://ift.tt/iSaOY0h ...
Sunday, September 21, 2025
California bans most law enforcement including ICE from wearing masks
Law enforcement officials will also be required to identify themselves while conducting duties by both name and badge number. from BBC New...
My three boys starved to death. I hope angels bring them home, says Afghan mother
The deaths of Ghulam and Nazo’s children are evidence of a silent wave of mortality engulfing Afghanistan, where malnutrition is at unpreced...
Watch: Keir Starmer says UK recognises Palestinian state
Prime Minister Starmer says the move will "revive the hope of peace" but Israel says it is "nothing but a reward for jihadist...
Saturday, September 20, 2025
'No sugar-coated cinema for me': Indian director who scripted history at Venice
Songs of Forgotten Trees, which won the Orizzonti Award at Venice, marks the first such win by an Indian director. from BBC News https://i...
White House outlines TikTok deal that would give US control of algorithm
The White House said a deal could be signed "in the coming days", but Beijing is yet to comment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FK...
British couple held by Taliban arrive in UK after release
Their son tells the BBC he is "overwhelmed" by release after nearly eight months in prison. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mItbGRp...
Friday, September 19, 2025
How a man's affair with his mother-in-law became a viral film in Indonesia
Norma, a movie based on a viral true story from TikTok, has become a nationwide obsession. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yvSCUdG
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Sarah Smith: Trump visit showed UK's warm relations - and limited influence
The good-natured state visit demonstrated strong relations, but no ally is likely to change the US president's mind. from BBC News htt...
US deportees sue Ghana over 'illegal' detention
Despite opposition to the deal, Ghana's president says 40 more deportees will arrive from the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VBfs8nS...
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Madeleine McCann suspect freed from German prison
Christian Brückner has never been charged with any crime in relation to the McCann case. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pgkFbBG
Major Scottish gangland figures arrested in Dubai
Steven Lyons, Ross McGill, Stephen Jamieson and Steven Larwood were taken into custody following a co-ordinated operation. from BBC News h...
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Malawians await presidential poll result in vote dominated by economic woes
If no candidate wins more than half the votes, the top two contenders will head to a run-off. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w4xp0ze
Chinese-linked mining firms sued over 'ecological catastrophe' in Zambia
Million of litres of highly acidic waste spilled into rivers in a copper-mining area, farmers say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uL6CNh1
'Completely different, yet genuinely get on' - BBC correspondents on Starmer and Trump
The BBC's Political Editor Chris Mason and North America Editor Sarah Smith discuss what's at stake for both sides during the trip. ...
Monday, September 15, 2025
Watch: Soda truck falls into sinkhole in Mexico City
Initial reports suggested the sinkhole was caused by a collapsed drainage system, according to Iztapalapa's mayor. from BBC News https...
Boss of degrading sex-trade ring in Dubai's glamour districts unmasked by BBC
Young Ugandan women tell BBC they are being lured to Dubai to take part in extreme sex acts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8B6NxrC
Does Israel face a 'South Africa moment' over Gaza?
BBC diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams looks at parallels between reactions to Israel and apartheid-era South Africa. from BBC News https...
Sunday, September 14, 2025
US farmers are being squeezed - and it's testing their deep loyalty to Trump
Why so many corn belt Americans continue to back Trump, even while feeling economic pressure driven partly by his trade policy from BBC Ne...
Zulu king challenges professor to stick fight
Prof Musa Xulu tells the BBC he has received threats from hired assassins and has complained to the police. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l...
Kirk suspect 'not co-operating' with authorities, governor says
He adds that "much more evidence and information" will become available once charges are filed in the case. from BBC News https:...
Saturday, September 13, 2025
'We knew the family:' Utah town in disbelief after neighbour accused of killing Charlie Kirk
Authorities have accused Washington, Utah local Tyler Robinson of killing the conservative activist from BBC News https://ift.tt/TArgD2F
Bowling and curling among tests for tram driver world championship
Twenty five tram driving teams from all over the world battle it out in Vienna. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k2YKRrw
New Nato mission to bolster eastern flank after Russia drone incursion
France, Denmark and Germany will send jets to Poland after Russian drones flew into its airspace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cXBSYe2
Friday, September 12, 2025
Who is Tyler Robinson, the suspect in custody for shooting Charlie Kirk?
The FBI says a family member recognised the 22-year-old man from Utah from surveillance images released to the public. from BBC News https...
UK says 'great news' British national freed in Belarus release deal
Julia Fenner was given a long jail term after being detained while entering Belarus in March 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pgFuH1V
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Nasa bans Chinese nationals from working on its space programmes
Earlier this month, Chinese nationals working with Nasa suddenly found themselves denied access. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fX7YivC
Killing of Trump ally lays bare America's bloody and broken politics
Charlie Kirk's killing is another episode of gun violence in America and the latest in a line of recent political violence. from BBC N...
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Bowen: Diplomacy in ruins after Israel strikes Hamas leaders in Qatar
The Doha attack signals that Benjamin Netanyahu will press forward hard on all fronts, writes Jeremy Bowen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2...
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Russian air strike kills 24 in pension queue, Ukraine says
The attack targeted the eastern village of Yarova, officials say, a few kilometres from the front line. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ymV7u...
Surprise as Ivory Coast's ex-first lady cleared to contest presidency
Simone Gbagbo will run against President Alassane Ouattara, who is seeking a controversial fourth term. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FxU46...
Monday, September 8, 2025
South Korean worker tells BBC of panic during US immigration raid at Hyundai plant
Some 400 US agents took part in the immigration raid on the Hyundai facility, detaining hundreds of workers, many South Korean nationals. ...
Trump asks Supreme Court to allow billions in foreign aid cuts
The administration is seeking an emergency order as it tries to claw back funds allocated by Congress. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0wdKpb...
France in fresh political crisis after MPs oust prime minister
François Bayrou is out, and President Emmanuel Macron now faces the same problem four prime ministers have failed to solve. from BBC News ...
Sunday, September 7, 2025
Argentine rights activist Rosa Roisinblit dies aged 106
A leading member of the Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo, she helped convict men who abducted hundreds of babies. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Teen gamer who 'performed miracles' becomes first millennial saint
Before his death at 15, Carlo Acutis was known for his love of technology and had created a website to document miracles. from BBC News ht...
Timelapse shows Blood Moon rising around the world
s the Moon passes through the Earth's shadow, it will take on a deep red hue, creating a striking "Blood Moon". from BBC New...
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Seoul holds emergency meeting after citizens detained in US Hyundai raid
US immigration officials detained 475 workers on Thursday - most of them South Korean nationals - saying they were working illegally. from...
Lisbon funicular worker among those killed in crash
Four employees of a non-profit organisation and a transport worker are among those who died. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZoaiuAh
Friday, September 5, 2025
Three ways Epstein scandal could go for Trump
This week the victims of Epstein's crimes came forward to demand more information, piling pressure on the White House. from BBC News h...
Thursday, September 4, 2025
How the death of a delivery driver ignited Indonesia
Protests over corruption and inequality have spiralled into violence, arson and deaths. from BBC News https://ift.tt/51jyRF6
'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration centre can stay open, appeals court rules
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis welcomes the ruling and declares the Everglades site "open for business". from BBC News https://if...
'The hit was very hard': Eyewitness in second carriage shares video of crash moment
The incident in Lisbon's funicular has left 16 dead and multiple injured. from BBC News https://ift.tt/za7H3gA
Boy, 3, pulled from funicular crash that has shocked Portugal
It is unclear what caused the crash in which 16 people died and more than 20 were injured, including many foreign nationals. from BBC News...
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Trump says 11 killed in US strike on drug-carrying vessel from Venezuela
The Trump administration has signalled a willingness to use military force against drug cartels. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WdxYLgh
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
What do we know about Kim Jong Un's daughter - and potential successor?
Kim Ju Ae's visit to China with her father is likely to further fuel speculation she may succeed him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4to...
Trump addresses online health rumours in Oval Office
In response to a reporter's question, the president said he was ‘very active’ over the Labor Day weekend. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Afghan quake victims buried on mountain top as aftershocks continue
The BBC's Yama Bariz travelled to a region devastated by the 6.0 magnitude earthquake. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j2MFg8S
Monday, September 1, 2025
US suspends most visas for Palestinian passport-holders, reports say
The new restriction comes after a group of Palestinian officials were refused visas for a key UN meeting in New York. from BBC News https:...
Czech opposition leader hit in head with crutch during rally
Andrej Babis's party blamed the government for creating a climate of hate against the ex-PM. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yCJLFH6
Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee
The food giant says Laurent Freixe had an "undisclosed" relationship with "a direct subordinate". from BBC News https:...
Sunday, August 31, 2025
Man arrested after crashing car into Russian consulate in Australia
Police say an officer injured their hand but no other injuries were reported. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eGYCvRS
Reeling from Trump's tariffs, India and China seek a business reboot
India's prime minister hopes to draw nearer to some of the world’s largest economies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yvkxIGC
Saturday, August 30, 2025
How Tokyo is using AI video to prepare for a Mt Fuji eruption
Tokyo authorities say they released the AI-generated video to raise awareness and help people prepare for disaster - but how likely is Mt Fu...
Reeling from Trump's tariffs, India and China seek a business reboot
India's prime minister hopes to draw nearer to some of the world’s largest economies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yvkxIGC
Trump administration moves to fire most Voice of America journalists
Termination notices have been issued to more than 500 employees of VOA's parent agency. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oWBRYDt
Watch: The best looks from the Venice red carpet so far
Actor Julia Roberts makes her Venice Film Festival debut promoting her new movie After The Hunt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7wamP1A
Friday, August 29, 2025
Manhunt in Australian bush brings long-dismissed conspiracy theorists to the fore
Two officers were shot dead in a small, rural town, allegedly by a man with links to the "SovCit" movement. from BBC News https:...
Why has Kamala Harris' security detail been withdrawn?
The overstretched Secret Service is required to provide 6 months of protection to former vice-presidents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nqf...
Thursday, August 28, 2025
'India put us on the boat like captives - then threw us in the sea'
Rohingya refugees tell the BBC they were flown from Delhi and forced into the sea off the coast of Myanmar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v...
Cases of flesh-eating screwworm on the rise in Mexico
The parasites mainly infest cattle but there have also been dozens of cases involving people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o39yEWc
BBC reports from scene of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv
Russia launched a major attack on Ukraine's capital in the early hours of Thursday evening, killing at least 19 people, including four c...
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Watch: How the Catholic school shooting unfolded in Minneapolis
Two children, aged eight and 10, have been killed and 17 other people injured following a shooting during Mass. from BBC News https://ift....
South African influencer apologises over viral Russian job videos
There has been a backlash over the recruitment scheme and a government warning to young people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GvMJXcf
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
How the double strike on Gaza's Nasser Hospital unfolded
BBC Verify analyses footage from the attack and its aftermath to piece together the timeline of events and what it reveals. from BBC News ...
Teen avoids jail over plot to attack Taylor Swift Vienna concert
Mohamed A will serve an 18-month suspended sentence after sending bomb-making instructions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/koTWNZQ
Monday, August 25, 2025
French helicopter crew survive crash into lake
The helicopter was attempting to collect water to fight wildfires at the time of the crash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1uUkbCL
Sunday, August 24, 2025
North Korean leader oversees new missile test, state media says
Two new air defence missiles with "superior combat capability" have been fired in a test observed by Kim Jong Un. from BBC News ...
More than 30 jihadists killed in air strikes, Nigerian military says
Concern is mounting about "war-time levels of slaughter" in Nigeria, including a resurgence of jihadist activity. from BBC News ...
Saturday, August 23, 2025
South Korea fires warning shots at North Korean troops crossing border
Pyongyang's state media call the shots a "deliberate provocation", as the South Korean leader begins visit to US and Japan. ...
Prison conduct, remorse and contraband: What we learned from Menendez parole hearings
Phones, candles and behaviour by the long-term US inmates factored into the refusal of their release. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tm2KWXP...
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts creating lava fountain
Kilauea, on Hawaii's Big Island, started spewing fresh lava on 22 August, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said. from BBC News https:/...
Friday, August 22, 2025
Why India's Election Commission is facing a test of credibility
The polling monitor is facing heat over voter roll revision and allegations of vote theft, that it has denied. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Will Serena Williams's weight-loss admission help shed stigma of anti-obesity drugs?
Could her comments instil a new sense of confidence in those using the drugs and quieten the critics? from BBC News https://ift.tt/AIy6Z1W...
How Israel's policies created famine in Gaza
Israel has systematically obstructed food entering Gaza, aid agencies say, as a UN-backed body confirms a famine. from BBC News https://if...
Thursday, August 21, 2025
The 95-year-old Korean POW who wishes to return to the North to die
Ahn Hak-sop, whose wishes to return to North Korea before he dies, failed his attempt on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wHRU1zF
Texas approves new electoral map favouring Republicans
Facing opposition from Democrats who fled the state to stall the vote, Republicans hope the new maps will lead to more seats in Congress. ...
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Oregon crews race to douse fire in one of the world's tallest trees
With about 50 ft already lost, the fire may impact the Doerner Fir's standing in global height rankings, officials say. from BBC News ...
Why Donetsk matters so much for Ukraine's defences
For Ukraine to lose western Donetsk would mean the fall of a bulwark against any future Russian advance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MLnG...
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Investigation into 'horrifying' death of French streamer
Raphaël Graven, also known as Jeanpormanove, was found dead at a residence in Contes, a village north of Nice, prosecutors said. from BBC ...
Netanyahu accuses Australian PM of 'betraying' Israel
Relations between the two countries have frayed since Australia said it planned to recognise a Palestinian state. from BBC News https://if...
China and India should be partners, not adversaries, says foreign minister Wang Yi
Yi's India visit comes days before PM Modi's trip to China, and signals a further thaw in relations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
I saw a kaleidoscopic light before going blind, says survivor of Laos methanol poisoning
Calum Macdonald and the families of three people who died in South East Asia call on the Foreign Office for clearer travel advice. from BB...
Monday, August 18, 2025
Watch: Destruction in Pakistan after flash floods that have killed hundreds
The majority of fatalities were recorded in the northwest Buner district, where at least 200 people were killed. from BBC News https://ift...
Key takeaways so far from Ukraine talks in Washington
Ukraine's President Zelensky managed to avoid another disastrous Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0...
Sunday, August 17, 2025
Resignation and betrayal: What handing Donbas to Putin would mean for Ukraine
Donald Trump is reportedly planning to urge Ukraine to surrender the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as part of negotiations over an end to the ...
Trump posted a photo of me sitting by my tent - then a bulldozer arrived
DC's largest homeless encampment was destroyed after the president called for a crackdown. What happened to its residents? from BBC Ne...
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Erin rapidly intensifies to category five hurricane
The "extremely powerful" storm "explosively deepened and intensified" overnight, say forecasters from BBC News https:/...
Macron condemns 'act of hatred' after tree memorial for murdered Jew is cut down
The French president said the felling of the tree honouring Ilan Halimi was "an attempt to kill him a second time". from BBC New...
Gazan woman flown to Italy dies of malnutrition
The woman was one of 180 Gazans evacuated by Italy in response to the humanitarian crisis from BBC News https://ift.tt/o2DYaQy
Friday, August 15, 2025
One dead and several injured as Danish train hits tanker and derails
Local media report crash at railway crossing in southern Jutland involved lorry transporting farm waste. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ILau...
Watch: Moment Trump and Putin meet in Alaska for Ukraine talks
This is the moment Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin exchange handshakes as they meet for a summit in Alaska. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w...
'Our children are dying': Rare footage shows plight of civilians in besieged Sudan city
Parents are struggling to feed their children in war-hit Sudan's Darfur region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iv2rLfh
'It's coming home' - the undignified row over the body of Zambia's ex-president
Edgar Lungu, who died in June, is yet to be buried - the debate over what next exposes deep divisions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mCMV4N...
Thursday, August 14, 2025
BBC defends investigation of Kenya child-sex trafficking after 'hoax' claims
The exposé was in the "public interest", the BBC says, following criticism from senior Kenyan politicians. from BBC News https:/...
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Aerial footage shows aftermath of massive train derailment in Texas
Video shows mangled train cars piled on top of each other on the tracks, as emergency crews attended the scene from BBC News https://ift.t...
Europe expresses hope after call with Trump on Putin summit
Trump, who described the call as "a ten", was urged to keep Ukraine's interests at the forefront when he meets Putin on Friday...
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Inside Australia's billion-dollar bid to take on China's rare earth dominance
Recent moves by Beijing have got businesses worried - and Australia is looking to offer an alternative. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a25LG...
Watch: Europe's wildfires seen from above
Aerial video shows the extent of devastation caused by wildfires in a number of European countries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AdYJRmg
Zelensky rules out ceding Donbas region as Russians make fresh advance
The Ukrainian leader was speaking ahead of a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. from BBC News https://if...
Monday, August 11, 2025
China rams own warship while chasing Philippine vessel
The crash in the disputed Scarborough Shoal rendered a Chinese warship "unseaworthy", Manila said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Bowen: Israeli settlers intensify campaign to drive out West Bank Palestinians
In the shadow of the Gaza war, violence is rising in the occupied territories as radical settlers seize land with the backing of the governm...
Sunday, August 10, 2025
Jubilant scenes but bumpy road ahead in post-Hasina Bangladesh
Bangladesh marked a year since Sheikh Hasina fled with promises of renewal, but little mention of its problems. from BBC News https://ift....
Netanyahu defends Gaza plans as Israel heavily criticised at UN Security Council
Israel's Prime Minister also claimed Israeli hostages held in Gaza were "the only ones being deliberately starved". from BBC...
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Jerusalem protesters converge on PM Netanyahu's residence
BBC correspondent Emir Nader speaks to demonstrators against the Israeli prime minister's plans for Gaza, including a former soldier who...
Putin gives Trump envoy award for CIA official's son killed fighting in Ukraine
Michael Gloss, 21, who was killed in Ukraine last year, was the son of Juliane Gallina, a CIA deputy director, from BBC News https://ift.t...
Teenager arrested after three shot in New York City's Times Square
An 18-year-old woman grazed by a bullet in the neck was among the injured as gunfire rang out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CPLcp8h
Friday, August 8, 2025
Why Hiroshima and Nagasaki are safe to live in today
BBC science reporter Esme Stallard explains why the radiation from the 1945 atomic bombings is undetectable. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Mushroom murderer tried to kill husband with pasta, cookies and curry, court was told
One alleged attempt left Simon Patterson in a coma, with his family twice told to say their goodbyes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gx3S4Pn...
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Six dead in Kenya medical small plane crash, official says
The plane lost signal just three minutes after take off according to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QZRs...
United Airlines passengers in US delayed after tech glitch halts flights
The company said late on Wednesday that its flights were no longer grounded, but that disruption was ongoing. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Russian attacks on Ukraine double since Trump inauguration
Missile and drone attacks on Ukraine are now at their highest, despite Trump's promise to end the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kC...
Bear chases hockey mascot during photoshoot
The Seattle Kraken mascot, who was filming a promotional video with team forward John Hayden, safely escaped the encounter. from BBC News ...
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
How a Texas showdown could reshape Congress - and Trump's presidency
A dramatic redistricting fight could spread to other states before next year's crucial midterm elections. from BBC News https://ift.tt...
Monday, August 4, 2025
Irish missionary and child, 3, among nine kidnapped from Haiti orphanage
Gena Heraty and a three-year-old child were taken in the middle of the night in a "planned act", officials say. from BBC News ht...
Danish zoo asks for unwanted pets to feed its predators
Aalborg Zoo says the unique scheme is aimed at mimicking what its predators would eat in the wild. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5EbduQa
Democrats flee Texas to block Republican redistricting map backed by Trump
The redistricting would create five new Republican-leaning seats in the US House of Representatives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KAPpGFl ...
Sunday, August 3, 2025
Hackers, secret cables and security fears: The explosive fight over the UK's new Chinese embassy
It will be the biggest embassy in Europe, if approved. But its opponents fear it brings with it certain risks and dangers from BBC News ht...
Ukraine officials held in military drone corruption probe
The arrests come just two days after Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies had their independence restored. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
Saturday, August 2, 2025
Trump fires lead official on economic data as tariffs cause market drop
The move comes as a weaker-than-expected jobs report stoked fears about tariffs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dyWHAuV
Chess grandmaster Carlsen wins at Esports World Cup
World number one Magnus Carlsen takes home $250,000 (£188,000) for winning the online competition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cqS3KFf
Friday, August 1, 2025
Trump's global tariffs 'victory' may well come at a high price
The US president considers it a win - but if this all triggers a foundational realignment, the results may not break in his favour from BB...
Thursday, July 31, 2025
How a sinkhole revived a debate about migrant workers' rights in Singapore
A group of workers who rescued a driver from a sinkhole have drawn praise - and reignited debate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y7ueKVi
More than 30 killed in nursing home hit by Beijing floods
Local officials admit "loopholes in emergency planning" and say the incident is a painful lesson that serves as "a wake-up ca...
Olympic star Dahlmeier dead after climbing accident
Two-time Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier dies aged 31 after a mountaineering accident in Pakistan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cDuRAYp
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Canada follows France and UK with plan to recognise Palestinian state
Mark Carney says the move depends on Palestinian democratic reforms and elections without Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QIsl2Mo
Russian missile hits Ukrainian training unit, killing and wounding servicemen
Ukraine's military says three people were killed as Russia posted video of what it said was the strike. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I...
What does recognising a Palestinian state mean?
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel meets certain condit...
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Watch: How did Gaza get to the brink of starvation?
The BBC's diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams explains how the people of Gaza have reached a point of starvation. from BBC News https:...
Human dignity must be protected from rise of AI, Pope says
The pontiff warns about emerging technologies during the Vatican's first Mass for social media influencers. from BBC News https://ift....
Monday, July 28, 2025
Seventeen killed as gunmen attack bar in Ecuador
Police say a boy, 12, was among the victims of the latest mass shooting in a country plagued by drug violence. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Seventeen killed as gunmen attack bar in Ecuador
Police say a boy, 12, was among the victims of the latest mass shooting in a country plagued by drug violence. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Watch: BBC's Jeremy Bowen goes onboard a plane dropping aid into Gaza
The BBC's international editor was on a Jordanian flight as it dropped supplies into Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t8KlSrV
Sunday, July 27, 2025
The Caribbean islands that give you a passport if you buy a home
Five of the region's island nations offer such citizenship by investment for as little as $200,000. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L7F5C...
EU and US agree trade deal, with 15% tariffs for European exports to America
US President Donald Trump and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen confirm the deal after "tough negotiations" in Scotland. from BBC Ne...
Several reported killed in German train derailment
German media report deaths and injuries in crash near Stuttgart, south-west Germany. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CGAjchq
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Greece battles wildfires, evacuating residents near Athens
Residents just 30km away from Athens have fled their homes, as Greece's temperatures are forecast to reach 44C on Sunday. from BBC New...
Israel to open Gaza humanitarian corridors as aid drops begin
IDF says it wants to improve humanitarian response in Gaza after days of pressure and growing reports of starvation. from BBC News https:/...
Canadian wildfires prompt New York air quality alert
Authorities warn air quality is 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' in many parts of New York state on Saturday. from BBC News https:...
Friday, July 25, 2025
'I witnessed war crimes' in Gaza, former worker at GHF aid site tells BBC
A retired US soldier reveals why he quit working at Israel and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aid hubs. from BBC News https://ift....
Taiwan holds controversial vote targeting 'pro-China' lawmakers
The vote could alter the balance of power in Taiwan, which has seen months of political deadlock. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O52Wuli
220 MPs call for Starmer to recognise Palestinian state
The PM says recognition of a Palestinian state must be part of a "wider plan" to ensure peace in the region. from BBC News https...
Almost a third of people in Gaza not eating for days, UN food programme warns
Israel faces increasing pressure from Western allies to lift restrictions into the flow of aid into Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XHr...
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Watch: Trump jokes he wants Powell to lower interest rates in awkward exchange
The US president and Federal Reserve chair bickered over the cost and timeline of the Fed’s headquarters renovation project during a tour. ...
Five ice hockey players found not guilty in Canada sexual assault case
The verdict marks the end of the highly publicised case, in which the men were accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 2018. from BBC Ne...
Blood, sweat and tears: Look back at the highs and lows of Hulk Hogan
The all-American hero of wrestling also had a Hollywood career and was one of Donald Trump's biggest fans. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Watch: 'Living is how I honour them' - Families address Idaho murderer
Relatives of Bryan Kohberger's victims delivered emotional impact statements before he was sentenced to life in prison for killing four ...
Ten workers killed battling wildfires in Turkey
Forestry workers and rescuers were trapped by fire following a change in the wind direction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PdyOKoc
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Ozzy Osbourne death: 'He was one of nature's good guys'
The BBC's David Sillito looks back at the life of Ozzy Osbourne, the frontman of heavy metal band Black Sabbath, who has died at the age...
Ozzy Osbourne dies, weeks after farewell show
The star, who helped to invent heavy metal, died surrounded by his family, at the age of 76. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J0GVmEO
Wild life of Ozzy Osbourne, rock's 'prince of darkness'
The singer helped invent both heavy metal and the image of the wild rock star, before unlikely reality TV fame. from BBC News https://ift....
Monday, July 21, 2025
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, The Cosby Show star, dies aged 54
Warner drowned on Sunday while on vacation in Costa Rica, US media reports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4qrnPam
Watch: At the final checkpoint before the 'dangerous' road to Suweida city
Government forces say it is too dangerous for journalists and aid trucks to enter Suweida city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mGhqE9n
Sunday, July 20, 2025
WW2 veteran and TikTok star 'Papa' Jake Larson dies aged 102
Tributes are being paid to the American D-Day veteran and social media star. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bpd8uOz
British woman dies after rafting incident in French Alps
The woman fell from her raft in Briancon and was later found on a riverbank in a serious condition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r2mB9Sv
Ellen DeGeneres: I moved to the UK because of Trump
The TV star makes her first public appearance since moving to the UK the day after Trump's re-election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S...
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Social media revamp by 92-year-old president struggles to woo young Cameroonians
Paul Biya is the world's oldest president and wants to show he is on the pulse, but many are not convinced. from BBC News https://ift....
Ukraine seeks new round of talks with Russia
The offer comes amid renewed fighting and seeks to resume negotiations that were halted in early June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kUC8eY...
Friday, July 18, 2025
Why Prada – and other luxury brands – keep getting India wrong
A controversy involving Prada has put the spotlight on how global fashion giants engage with India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ijyM2nl
Trump sues Murdoch for libel over Jeffrey Epstein letter story
Trump had threatened to force Murdoch to "testify in my lawsuit against him and his 'pile of garbage' newspaper". from B...
El Salvador and US negotiate prisoner swap with Venezuela
Some 250 Venezuelans deported from the US to El Salvador were exchanged for 10 Americans held by Caracas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nk3...
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Watch: Why is Donald Trump asking Coca-Cola to change its recipe?
The US president says it's better to make the fizzy drink with cane sugar, but why might that be? from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZQhWB4q...
Citizen Kane sled saved from destruction sells for nearly $15m
It is one of at least three wooden sleds made for the filming of the classic 1941 film. from BBC News https://ift.tt/81WGbka
British spies and SAS named in Afghan data breach
The personal details of spies and soldiers were included in a data leak that also named 19,000 Afghans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K5o3T...
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
'It's just better!' Trump says Coca-Cola to change key US ingredient
Coca-Cola said they "appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm", without confirming they plan to make the tweak. from BBC News...
Trump's Epstein strategy could pit him against loyal supporters
In defending how his administration is handling supposed files on Jeffrey Epstein, he said "stupid" Republicans fell for a hoax. ...
Fire engulfs main stage of Tomorrowland festival, two days before opening
Footage on social media shows flames ravaging the Belgian festival's main stage, just two days before it opens. from BBC News https://...
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Man who murdered British backpacker Peter Falconio dies
Bradley Murdoch, the Australian man convicted of murdering British backpacker Peter Falconio in 2001, has died. from BBC News https://ift....
Mike Waltz grilled over Signal leak at UN ambassador hearing
President Trump's former national security adviser was pressed on the inclusion of a journalist on a sensitive group chat discussing war...
Trump claims tariff deal with Indonesia
Trump says the US will lower its tariffs threatened on goods from Indonesia to 19% from a planned 32%. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2CIlbS...
French PM looks to scrap two public holidays in bold bid to cut national debt
MPs will vote on François Bayrou's budget plan in the autumn, in a moment of high risk for the government. from BBC News https://ift.t...
Monday, July 14, 2025
Motorists rescued as new flash flood warnings hit Central Texas
The heavy rain has forced rescuers to halt search operations for victims of the deadly floods that occurred in the region just over a week a...
Sunday, July 13, 2025
The deepening water shortage row between the US and Mexico
The US is accusing its southern neighbour of breaking a long-held water sharing agreement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JhygUS9
Two women killed at Kentucky church as gunman opens fire after shooting officer
Investigators believe the suspect, who was shot dead by police, had a connection to individuals at the place of worship. from BBC News htt...
SA police minister suspended over organised crime allegations
Senzo Mchunu - who denies the claims - is put on immediate "leave of absence" by President Cyril Ramaphosa. from BBC News https:...
RSF storms cattle market and prison in 'death trap' Sudanese city
It is the first time RSF fighters have entered el-Fasher in such numbers since a siege began in May 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WM3...
Saturday, July 12, 2025
When an unsung Indian helped Austrian Jews escape the Nazis
Kundanlal risked all to rescue Jewish families during Europe's darkest hour and bring them to India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/maUp...
Gaza hospital says 24 people killed near aid site as witnesses blame IDF
Witnesses say Israeli troops opened fire as people were trying to get food. The IDF says there were no known injuries. from BBC News https...
The mushroom killer was obsessed with true crime. Now true crime fans are obsessed with her
A jury found Erin Patterson guilty on all charges - but the frenzy of speculation has only intensified. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ahNEB...
Friday, July 11, 2025
'They were just kids': Mother mourns sons killed in Israeli strike while waiting for aid
Two of Iman al-Nouri's five sons were killed outside a clinic in Deir al-Balah on Thursday, while a third was seriously wounded. from ...
The beauty and brutality of life in the shadow of Kashmir killings
BBC visits ground zero of the April attack in Pahalgam where locals are picking up the pieces of their broken lives. from BBC News https:/...
BBC correspondent explains the role of fuel switches
The BBC's Theo Leggett explains that the two switches were moved which caused the crash from BBC News https://ift.tt/y2rfju0
Trump surveys damage in Texas as search continues for 160 missing
At least 120 were killed when flash flooding devastated areas in central Texas last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VYHcPxt
Thursday, July 10, 2025
'We're worried about our future': Srebrenica massacre's tensions still felt 30 years on
While communities in Sarajevo mark three decades since the massacre, denial of the genocide in on the rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z...
Judge blocks Trump's birthright order after Supreme Court ruling
The White House vowed to fight the judge's ruling, which once again paused a priority for Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/og4xYS1 ...