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:…

Emmanuel Macron Backs Social Media Restrictions for Children

French lawmakers are expected next month to discuss a ban on social media for children. In his New Year’s Eve address, …

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. …

The C.I.A. Strike on Venezuela: What to Know

The drone attack, said to be on a dock where drugs were being prepared for loading on boats, represented a further esca…

'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…

Trump, Pressing Ahead on Ukraine-Russia Talks, Confronts Difficult Realities

The U.S.-led negotiations have made some progress, but still face fundamental challenges, including over security guara…

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…

The Best of Culture

Our culture and lifestyle editor looks back at the year’s top pop culture moments. from NYT > World News https://i…

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 sur…

As Some Boycott Myanmar’s Flawed Election, Others Hope for Change

The voting for Parliament is almost sure to favor the ruling military junta, which is stage-managing the polls. Still, …

How Oil, Drugs and Immigration Fueled Trump’s Venezuela Campaign

New details of deliberations show how aides with overlapping agendas drove the United States toward a militarized confr…

Thailand and Cambodia Reach Cease-Fire in Brutal Border War

The 72-hour cease-fire could pave the way for an end to the fighting, which has killed dozens and displaced thousands o…

Annette Dionne, Last of the Celebrated Quintuplets, Dies at 91

She was the first to crawl, the first to cut a tooth, the first to recognize her name, and the last to die. And, like h…

Israel Recognizes Somaliland, Drawing International Rebukes

The development carries potential benefits for both sides but still faces stiff international opposition, 34 years afte…

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 http…

Remembering Those Who Died This Year

We look back at the lives of some of the artists, innovators and thinkers we lost in 2025. from NYT > World News h…

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 …

Bomb blast in packed Nigerian mosque kills five

Another 35 people were injured in the explosion during evening prayers in the city of Maiduguri, police say. from BBC…

Honduras Declares Nasry Asfura, Trump Ally, Winner of Presidential Election

Nasry Asfura, a conservative, was endorsed by President Trump in a contentious vote that took weeks to conclude. from…

Venezuela accuses US of 'extortion' over seizure of oil tankers

An emergency meeting of the UN Security Council was called to discuss the US seizure of two tankers. from BBC News ht…

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 securi…

Thousands fleeing DR Congo violence face 'dire conditions' in Burundi - aid agencies

Those particularly affected are children and pregnant women - some going without food for days. from BBC News https:/…

U.K. Man and 5 Others Charged With Sexual Offenses Against His Wife

Philip Young, 49, is accused of drugging and raping his now ex-wife over a 13-year period. from NYT > World News h…

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 Greenlan…

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 B…

The Sibling Bond

Parenting is closely studied, but sibling relationships have gotten much less attention. from NYT > World News htt…

U.S. Coast Guard Is Pursuing an Oil Tanker Linked to Venezuela

U.S. forces had boarded a different tanker on Saturday. The actions signaled a crackdown on such vessels. from NYT &g…

Imran Khan and wife given further jail terms after state gift fraud case

Pakistan's former PM, who is already serving time in prison, plans to challenge the verdict. from BBC News https:…

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. fr…

Hundreds of Swimmers and Surfers Honor Bondi Beach Victims

Hundreds of swimmers and surfers paddled out and held a moment of silence for the 15 victims killed and dozens injured …

Australia was seen as a world leader in gun control - Bondi has exposed a more complicated reality

It introduced stricter gun laws after the 1996 Port Arthur massacre, but some say they now need to be tightened further…

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 B…

'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 …

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…

2 U.K. Police Forces Pledge to Arrest People Who Chant ‘Globalize the Intifada’

The police in London and Manchester said they would take a “more assertive” approach after the Bondi Beach massacre and…

Polar bear mother adopts cub in rarely documented case

It's only the 13th known case of adoption out of the 4,600 bears studied for nearly five decades in the northern Ca…

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 …

Rob Reiner's son Nick arrested for murder after director and wife found dead

The couple's son is in custody after the couple was found dead in their home on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift…

How the Pandemic Lockdowns Changed a Songbird’s Beak

For ecologists, the Covid-19 pandemic has presented a remarkable natural experiment in what can happen to wild animals …

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 th…

A Hanukkah Attack in Sydney

Gunmen killed at least 15 people attending a Jewish celebration at the city’s popular Bondi Beach in what Australian of…

U.S. Rabbis React to Deadly Hanukkah Attack in Sydney

After gunmen opened fire at a Hanukkah celebration in Australia, rabbis across the United States reflected on how to pr…

AfD Pushes to Publish German Information That Officials Say May Help Russia

Opponents of AfD lawmakers say that their push to publish sensitive details about national security could benefit Russi…

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://if…

Six U.N. Peacekeepers Killed in Drone Strike in Sudanese Battle Zone

The strike on a United Nations base in the southern Kordofan region was the deadliest single episode for the body’s per…

BBC captures celebrations as Belarus frees political prisoners

Southern & Eastern Europe correspondent Sarah Rainsford reports from Lithuania, where some of the released prisoner…

Dozens Killed in Hospital Strike in Myanmar

Myanmar’s junta bombed a hospital compound in Rakhine State, killing dozens, according to aid workers and rebel forces.…

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 New…

African Treasures Return Home

The Benin Bronzes, taken from what is now Nigeria, have become a symbol in the effort to return looted artifacts to the…

What Does the Oil Tanker Seizure Mean for Venezuela’s Economy?

Seizures of more tankers could put a stranglehold on Venezuela’s economy, which is exceptionally dependent on oil to ke…

U.S. Helped to Weaken Report at U.N. Environment Talks, Participants Say

American officials joined Russia, Saudi Arabia and Iran in objecting to language on fossils fuels, biodiversity and pla…

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 http…

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. …

Australia’s Social Media Ban for People Under 16 Takes Effect

The measure is one of the most sweeping efforts in the world to safeguard children from the harms of the platforms. f…

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-1…

Pups in Kimonos Receive Blessings During Japanese Holiday

Pet owners dressed their dogs in kimonos and custom belts to receive blessings at a Shinto shrine last month. This was …

Three-year-old girl killed in Gaza by Israeli forces, local sources say

The child was reportedly playing near her family's tent in Mawasi Rafah when she was shot. from BBC News https://…

Jerusalem Authorities Raid UNRWA Compound and Raise Israeli Flag

Municipal officials say the action was about unpaid taxes. The U.N. relief agency for Palestinians says it is exempt fr…

Death of Venezuelan opposition figure in custody 'vile', US says

Alfredo Díaz, 56, died in prison cell on Saturday, human rights groups say, prompting opposition outcry. from BBC New…

The New Syria

The country certainly still faces many challenges. But some things are now going right there — and those are worth our …

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 h…

Leak Highlights Poor State of Louvre Infrastructure

Up to 400 documents have been damaged by the leak, according to Francis Steinbock, the deputy administrator of the muse…

Zelensky signals progress in talks with US on peace plan

The Ukrainian president says he is "determined" to continue working with US, as strikes on Ukraine continue. …

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 BB…

Arrest over fire petition stirs public debate in Hong Kong

Miles Kwan was detained after he launched a petition demanding answers from Hong Kong authorities. from BBC News http…

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 New…

Israeli Strike Kills Several People at a Gaza Encampment

An Israeli attack on an encampment in Khan Younis killed several people and injured many more, a Palestinian health off…

Ludwig Minelli, Founder of Swiss Assisted-Suicide Group, Dies at 92

Dignitas has helped more than 3,000 people take their own lives, an act that Mr. Minelli maintained was a fundamental e…

Yegor Ligachev, Gorbachev’s No. 2 Who Turned Foe, Is Dead at 100

As the Kremlin’s hard-line Communist ideologist, he initially embraced his boss’s modernizing reforms before turning ag…

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 re…

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. …

Reckoning With a New Era of Deadly Floods

The floods and landslides that have killed more than 1,350 people in recent weeks are a grim reminder of the risks of a…

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 …

Trump Becomes the Wild Card in Razor-Thin Honduras Election

President Trump warned that if his favored candidate didn’t win, the United States would “not be throwing good money af…

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 sa…

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 birthda…

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://i…

Russia Attacks Ukraine in a 10-Hour Deadly Assault

A Russian air assault across Ukraine on Saturday killed at least two people and injured dozens more, according to the U…

Ex-president's daughter resigns over allegations she duped South Africans to fight for Russia

Her resignation comes as a South African allegedly recruited to fight in Ukraine recounts the horrors of war to the BBC…

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…

Trump Spoke by Phone Last Week With Maduro, Venezuela’s Leader

They discussed a possible meeting between the two of them, but nothing has been scheduled, and the administration conti…

A.I. and the Trillion-Dollar Question

Even the companies building the technology don’t seem exactly sure where it’s headed. from NYT > World News https:…

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/GoiKl5q

Hong Kong Fire Shared Similarities With Grenfell Tower Fire in London

In the Grenfell Tower blaze, a combustible element called cladding that ran up the outside of the 24-story building all…

Bamboo Scaffolding May Have Contributed to Hong Kong Fire, Like Grenfell Tower

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'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.…

BBC Accused of Censoring Trump by Dutch Historian Rutger Bregman

Rutger Bregman said his comment that President Trump was the “most openly corrupt president in American history” was re…

At Miss Universe, Miss Norway’s Salmon Costume Steals the Show

The designer behind Miss Norway’s wild outfit was not surprised at the attention it received. “The original plan was to…

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…

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 ac…

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 …

Denmark Offers Lessons as Europe Toughens Up on Immigration

Like other European leaders, British Labour politicians are borrowing from Denmark’s restrictive asylum policy. One of …

The Danish Model for Immigration Crackdown

For European governments, Denmark’s hard-line immigration policy is a model for how to get a grip on contentious issue …

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. fr…

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 Costell…

Zelensky Faces a ‘Difficult Choice’ With Trump’s Proposed Plan

The Trump administration has proposed a 28-point peace plan designed to end the Russia-Ukraine war. President Volodymyr…

The U.S. Tightens the Vise on an Already Besieged Zelensky

The Ukrainian president’s options are narrowing as he is confronted with a 28-point proposal drafted by American and Ru…

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 t…

Ferry Crashed From Distracted Operator Looking At Phone, Officials Say

The ferry was carrying 267 passengers and crew members on board when it struck a rocky islet in South Korea on Wednesda…

'Huge columns of smoke': BBC at the scene of 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.…

Northern Ireland Must Change How Its Schools Teach Religion, Court Says

The Supreme Court of the United Kingdom said Northern Ireland’s public schools must include the study of faiths other t…

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…

Poland Pins Railway Sabotage on Russian-Backed Ukrainians

Poland said two Ukrainians working with Russia were responsible for two devices on the train tracks of a main supply li…

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/ZYrRJut

What Questions Do You Have About U.S. Immigration Policies?

“Ask a Correspondent” will take your questions to Hamed Aleaziz, our immigration reporter. from NYT > World News h…

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/X6p9mM1

Latest U.S. Strike on Boat in Pacific Kills 3, Southern Command Says

The United States has carried out at least 21 strikes on boats the Trump administration accuses of smuggling drugs, kil…

Your Questions About Climate Change, Answered

You asked Somini Sengupta, our international climate reporter, about the science and the politics. She responded from C…

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 pr…

Britain’s Labour Government Plans New, Tougher System for Asylum Seekers

Under the new rules, people granted asylum would have to wait 20 years, rather than the current five, before applying f…

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 ht…

Torrential Rain Floods Tent Camps in Gaza, Bringing More Devastation

Heavy rain and chilling winds have swept through Gaza since Friday, exacerbating the challenges facing people who have …

Trump Plan Could Limit Green Cards for Immigrants From Travel Ban Countries

The policy change is a major expansion of the administration’s push to crack down on immigration from countries that it…

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. …

At U.N. Security Council, Russia Counters Trump Gaza Plan With Its Own

The Trump administration wants the Security Council to adopt a resolution that has the 20-point U.S. plan annexed, effe…

Trump Plan Could Limit Green Cards for Immigrants From Travel Ban Countries

The policy change is a major expansion of the administration’s push to crack down on immigration from countries that it…

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 B…

Family of Fisherman Killed in U.S. Military Strike Says It Wants Justice

Colombia was a top U.S. ally in Latin America until the Trump administration began deadly strikes in international wate…

As Belgium Races to Save U.S.A.I.D. Contraception, Some Supplies Are Reported Ruined

The Belgian government is in talks with the Trump administration to save birth control stranded in a warehouse, but ano…

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…

Algeria Pardons Writer Boualem Sansal at Germany’s Request

Boualem Sansal, an Algerian-French writer, was arrested on accusations of undermining national security during a visit …

Trump Threatened to Sue the BBC for $1 Billion. What Are His Chances?

Legal experts say President Trump’s litigation track record offers both hope and warning to the British public broadcas…

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 Ne…

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 http…

BBC Chair Apologizes After Bias Accusations

The chair of the BBC board, Samir Shah, apologized on Monday after two top executives resigned over claims of misleadin…

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 Ne…

BBC Director Tim Davie and CEO Deborah Turness Quit Following Trump Documentary Turmoil

The abrupt moves followed controversy over claims that a documentary had been edited to suggest that President Trump ha…

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. …

Anthony Grey, Journalist Held Hostage by China for Two Years, Dies at 87

A correspondent for Reuters, he became a global symbol of China’s isolation and of the anti-foreigner hysteria spawned …

France advises citizens to leave Mali urgently amid jihadist fuel blockade

The blockade, imposed by jihadists, has upended daily life in the landlocked nation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VsL…

What Scientists Are Learning From Brain Organoids

Lab-grown “reductionist replicas” of the human brain are helping scientists understand fetal development and cognitive …

COP30: World leaders take aim at Trump for climate inaction

World leaders address COP30 climate summit in Belém and take aim at Trump record on climate change. from BBC News htt…

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 …

FIFA Will Award Its Own Peace Prize Next Month in Washington

Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, has built a close relationship with President Trump, who has groused about not…

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/…

TikTok and Optimism: How Rob Jetten Won Over the Netherlands

Sleek social media posts and a shift rightward on immigration helped a center-left party win last week’s election. But …

Key town faces 'multi-thousand' Russian force, top Ukraine commander admits

Oleksandr Syrskyi says special forces have been deployed but denies Russian reports Ukrainian troops are surrounded in …

Defense Lawyers Demand Dismissal of Abuse Case Against Israeli Soldiers

The chief legal officer of Israel’s military resigned after authorizing the leak of a video in the case involving grave…

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.…

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. f…

Britons to be evacuated from Jamaica as UK sends Hurricane Melissa aid

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has said the UK's first chartered flight from Jamaica to the UK will depart late on…

Political Protests Turn Deadly in Tanzania

Post-election violence continued for the third day in Tanzania. At least 10 people have been killed, according to the U…

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 Ne…

Does Trump's nuclear testing raise the stakes - or are we already in an arms race?

Experts tell the BBC a US resumption of nuclear weapons testing would be a radical shift and spark a nuclear arms race.…

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 …

Ultra-Orthodox Community Protests Israel’s Military Draft

Hundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews demonstrated against the military draft in Israel. from NYT > World N…

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…

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 th…

U.S. Military Kills 14 More People Accused of Smuggling Drugs on Boats

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that the three strikes hit four boats in international waters and that there had be…

Russian forces gain foothold in strategic Ukrainian town

Ukraine's president confirms Russian soldiers have taken up position inside the town of Pokrovsk. from BBC News h…

Map: 6.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Turkey

View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/VOWGgH2

Ivory Coast president, 83, secures fourth term after two rivals barred

Alassane Ouattara's win is unsurprising as his biggest rivals were barred from contesting the election. from BBC …

Russia Aims Drone Attacks at Civilians, a War Crime, U.N. Inquiry Says

In the city of Kherson, in southern Ukraine, small drones routinely target ordinary people by dropping hand grenades, a…

The U.N. food agency fears it will not have enough to feed people in Haiti.

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Burevestnik Nuclear Missile Tests Successful, Russia Says

Because of its power source, the Burevestnik can remain airborne far longer than other nuclear-armed missiles. from N…

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 …

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 BB…

'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 - a…

Francisco Pinto Balsemão, 88, Dies; Portuguese Prime Minister and Press Champion

In the wake of a revolution, he helped found a leading political party and tried to conciliate warring left and right f…

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/SK…

Trump to Investigate Whether China Abided by 2020 Trade Deal

The administration announced its trade investigation on Friday, ahead of a summit between U.S. and Chinese leaders. f…

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 Ne…

Pakistan Bans Radical Islamist Party After Deadly Clashes

The move underscores the country’s struggle to contain religious extremism without provoking influential clerics who ca…

China names new second highest-ranking general after military purge

Zhang Shengmin heads anti-corruption efforts in the army and is seen as a trusted loyalist of President Xi. from BBC …

Congress Members Question Defense Department’s Delay in PFAS Cleanup

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has asked the military to explain why cleanup of PFAS chemicals at bases nationwide has…

Russian Missiles Hit Apartments, School and Power Plant in Ukraine

The barrage came hours after President Trump said he was putting off a planned meeting with President Vladimir Putin of…

Cameroon judges reject election-rigging complaints

Results will be announced on Monday, prolonging the uncertainty with the opposition claiming victory. from BBC News h…

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…

G.M. to Stop Making Electric Vans in Canada Amid Trump Tariffs

The announcement, which will eliminate about 1,200 jobs, came less than a week after the carmaker Stellantis said it wo…

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 O…

Map: 5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan

View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area. from NYT > World News https://www.nytimes.com/interacti…

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:/…

The Contagious Gen Z Revolutions

It’s a good time to start paying attention to the youth-led protests that are spreading around the world and that have …

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 New…

Louvre Robbery: What Was Stolen

The stolen items include glittering royal tiaras, necklaces and earrings. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/4m0…

US to repatriate survivors of strike on 'drug-carrying submarine', Trump says

The latest attack is at least the sixth US strike on ships in waters off Venezuela in recent weeks. from BBC News htt…

'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"…

Wrongfully imprisoned for more than 40 years, US man now faces deportation to India

Subramanyam "Subu" Vedam was freed from prison after being wrongfully convicted for a 1980 murder. from BBC…

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/psDLl62

Polish judge refuses to extradite Ukrainian Nord Stream blasts suspect

The judge ordered his release, after a ruling that was met with a ripple of surprise in court and a smile from the Ukra…

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 BB…

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. …

Kanchha Sherpa, Last Member of the Team That First Conquered Everest, Dies at 92

A trip to India to find work led to a career climbing the world’s highest mountain. from NYT > World News https://…

Syria's Sharaa meets Putin in Moscow for first time since fall of Assad

Syria's leader suggested he would continue to allow Russia access to its military bases in Syria. from BBC News h…

What to Know About the Protests in Madagascar

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Israel identifies bodies of four dead hostages returned by Hamas

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Rescuers search for missing in Mexico's flooded towns

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'Indescribable happiness' as detainees return to Gaza

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Shamans openly using psychedelic drugs for treatment in South Africa

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Why Now? The Lost Chances to Reach a Hostage Deal, and a Cease-Fire, Months Ago

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No survivors found after Tennessee explosives plant blast

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Dozens Killed in Strikes at Shelter in Besieged Sudanese City

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We're grateful for what Trump is doing for peace, Nobel winner tells BBC

María Corina Machado tells Trump of her appreciation for "what he's doing... around the world for peace".…

Watch: North Korea shows off huge missile at military parade

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María Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize Despite Trump’s Campaign

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Iran, a Longtime Hamas Backer, Signals Support for Truce Deal With Israel

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Jeremy Bowen: There's now a realistic chance of ending the war - but it's not over yet

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Macron will nominate new French prime minister in 48 hours

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Four Workers Killed in Madrid Building Collapse

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Five takeaways from Pam Bondi's tense, partisan Senate hearing

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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 …

Hunter Biden Pursued a Deal to Sell Land Around the U.S. Embassy in Romania

The proposed transaction, stemming from relationships that started while his father was vice president and involving a …

Shoe thrown at India's top judge in religious row

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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://i…

Appeal Trial Opens in Gisèle Pelicot Rape Case

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Syria Chooses a Parliament of Revolutionaries

In the first elections since the Assad regime was ousted, there was no popular vote and women and minorities won few se…

Pakistan Fights Its Fiercest Taliban Insurgency in a Decade

Pakistan uprooted the Taliban with U.S. help in the 2010s. But the insurgency has resurfaced with assistance from the A…

Israel and Hamas Show Signs of Embracing Parts of Trump’s Cease-Fire Deal

Both sides have reacted positively to a U.S. proposal to release Israeli hostages as part of a cease-fire agreement, bu…

Drones, Democracy and the War in Ukraine

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Netanyahu Defends Wartime Leadership, Saying Hostage Deal Is Within Reach

In a speech that lasted just minutes, the Israeli prime minister boasted that he had defied his critics to secure the r…

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 htt…

Here’s the latest.

The militant group responded to a proposal by President Trump to end the war in Gaza. from NYT > World News https:…

How Trump Used Fury Over Israel’s Qatar Attack to Push Netanyahu on Gaza

President Trump unveiled a proposal to end the war in Gaza and gave Hamas until Sunday to agree, after which he has sai…

Deadly Car Ramming and Stabbing at U.K. Synagogue Is Declared Terrorist Attack

The police said a man drove a car into people in front of the synagogue in Manchester, England, and stabbed others. The…

Rescuers Stop Search for Survivors in Indonesia School Collapse

Rescuers said that they detected no more signs of life from under the rubble and would now focus on recovering bodies, …

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 …

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/…

Activists Say Israel Has Intercepted Boats Headed to Gaza With Aid

The vessels are part of a flotilla carrying activists, including Greta Thunberg, who are trying to deliver humanitarian…

Rescuers Search for Survivors After Deadly Philippines Quake

Dozens were killed after a 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck in the Cebu Province of the Philippines on Tuesday. from N…

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…

U.N. Security Council Approves Larger Security Force to Fight Gangs in Haiti

The vote on Tuesday would establish a force of up to 5,500 soldiers and police officers. It was unclear what countries …

Nicole Kidman Files for Divorce From Keith Urban After Nearly 20 Years

The couple married in Australia in 2006. Their breakup surprised many fans. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/N…

Canada Post Strike: What to Know

Postal workers walked off the job to protest cost-cutting measures ordered by the government that are likely to lead to…

Read the Full Text of the Gaza Plan Released by the White House

“If both sides agree to this proposal, the war will immediately end,” the White House proposal says. from NYT > Wo…

Afghanistan telecom blackout as Taliban shuts off internet

Phone and internet connections are down nationwide after the Taliban cut fibre-optic connections to prevent "immor…

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 media…

Q&A: Our New Global Newsletter Host on Creating an ‘Antidote to the Overwhelm’

Katrin Bennhold is the host of The World, a New York Times newsletter for readers around the globe. It launches this we…

Afghanistan Frees a U.S. Citizen Held in Prison

The move comes as the country seeks to break the international isolation it has faced since the Taliban seized power in…

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 BB…

Instagram vs reality: Bali is becoming a victim of its own success

Millions flock to Bali to Eat, Pray, Love. They also get crowds, traffic and the cacophony of construction. from BBC …

The US navy killed 17 in deadly strikes. Now Venezuela is giving civilians guns

Tensions between the two countries have increased after the US Navy targeted boats off the coast of Venezuela. from B…

Jerome Cohen, Lawyer Who Saw a Future in China, Dies at 95

After pioneering the study of Chinese law in America, he was among the first foreigners to practice commercial law in C…

Iranians Brace for Economic Impact of New U.N. Sanctions

Already suffering a 40 percent inflation rate and critical shortages of power and water, many in Iran expect conditions…

Assata Shakur, black liberation activist exiled in Cuba dies at 78

She fled to Cuba after being convicted in the killing of a police officer but she denied shooting the officer. from B…

Dozens Protest Netanyahu’s Speech at the United Nations

Prime Minister Netanyahu defended Israel’s attacks in his address to the United Nations as dozens of leaders walked out…

New York office gunman had low-level CTE, medical examiner finds

Shane Tamura killed four while targeting NFL offices in July from BBC News https://ift.tt/bk9nX2O

Palestinian Authority Ready to Take Responsibility for Gaza, Abbas Says

Mahmoud Abbas, the president of the Palestinian Authority, said Hamas will not govern Gaza and called on the group to l…

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.…

Malawi's ex-president wins election in comeback at age 85

Peter Mutharika defeated the incumbent, Lazarus Chakwera, the election commission announces. from BBC News https://if…

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 …

From escalators to teleprompters, Trump piles on criticism at the UN

In a wide-ranging speech, President Trump slammed the world body and singled out many of the countries in attendance. …

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/a4vIWZB

Fact-Checking Trump’s Speech at the U.N. General Assembly

The president made inaccurate claims about the economy, renewable energy and the mayor of London. from NYT > World…

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 ht…

Zelensky Urges ‘Powerful Pressure on Russia’ at U.N. General Assembly

In a social media post, Ukraine’s president pushed leaders gathering in New York to strengthen their efforts to get Mos…

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 n…

Why China Might Give Up TikTok

Beijing may be buying itself room to negotiate on the matters it cares about most: tariffs, technology and Taiwan. fr…

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 …

Nepal to Investigate Killings and Arson in Student Protests

It is a first effort by the country’s new government to understand the sequence of violent events that led to the abrup…

Republican senator says US TV regulator acted like 'mafioso' on Jimmy Kimmel

The Texas senator affected a mobster accent to criticise how ABC was pressed to take action on the late-night host. f…

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 h…

Justice Alito, in Rome, Says Religious Liberty Is Under Siege

Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr., a conservative Catholic, has visited Rome for decades, often teaching or participating in …

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Hard-Fought Treaty to Protect Ocean Life Clears a Final Hurdle

The global High Seas Treaty, decades in the making, will become international law. It aims to create vast maritime cons…

Trump Administration Will End Deportation Protections for Thousands of Syrians

A homeland security official said it was “contrary to our national interest to allow Syrians to remain in our country.”…

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…

Map: 7.8-Magnitude Earthquake 7.8 Off Russia Prompts Tsunami Advisory in Alaska

View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/FMP68jG

Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon

Israel said it was targeting Hezbollah positions, while Lebanon's PM called for pressure on Israel to stop attacks.…

Major Scottish gangland figures arrested in Dubai

Steven Lyons, Ross McGill, Stephen Jamieson and Steven Larwood were taken into custody following a co-ordinated operati…

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…

Israel’s Push Into Gaza City

We bring together pieces of Times journalism to help you understand the big picture. from NYT > World News https:/…

Israeli Ground Forces Move Into Gaza City, Sowing Chaos

The long-anticipated military assault is aimed, the Israelis said, at routing the militants of Hamas, but it deepened t…

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. …

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://if…

Young People Suing Trump Over Climate Have Their Day in Federal Court

They claim Trump’s executive orders are unconstitutional. The government says their lawsuit should be thrown out. The t…

What Malnutrition Has Done to Gaza’s Children

The enclave is experiencing some of the highest levels of malnutrition since the fighting began. Even children who reco…

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 …

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. …

Far-Right Rally in London Draws Huge Crowd and a Counterprotest

The divisive anti-immigrant agitator Tommy Robinson organized what he said was a free-speech festival for his supporter…

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…

Unusual Climate Case Accusing Oil Giants of Racketeering Is Dismissed

Citing laws more commonly used against organized crime, the lawsuit argued that fossil fuel companies were responsible …

What We Know About Bolsonaro’s Conviction

Brazil’s top court convicted former President Jair Bolsonaro on charges of plotting a coup to remain in power after los…

World's first AI minister will eliminate corruption, says Albania's PM

Named Diella, the new minister will help Albania "leapfrog" bigger, more advanced countries, says Edi Rama. …

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 http…

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 v…

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 …

Israeli military orders all Gaza City residents to evacuate ahead of ground assault

Prime Minister Netanyahu says recent strikes on high-rises are "only the beginning of the main, intensive operatio…

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…

Protests in Nepal Force Prime Minister to Resign

Young demonstrators, targeting symbols of Nepal’s governing elite, set fire to the Parliament building as a second day …

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…

Hamas discussing US 'ideas' for Gaza ceasefire after Trump's 'last warning'

Hamas says it received "some ideas" from the US through mediators on how to reach a Gaza ceasefire deal. fr…

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…

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 …

Brazilians Protest as Bolsonaro Coup Trial Nears Verdict

Tensions are heating up in Brazil as the nation enters the final week of former President Jair Bolsonaro’s trial on att…

Houthi Drone Hits Israeli Airport After Warning System Failure

The strike by the Yemeni militants followed the Israeli killing of several of their top leaders a week ago. from NYT …

Millions of Londoners Brace for Transit Disruption as Tube Strike Begins

A strike on the London Underground began Sunday over pay and conditions, threatening to upend commuter journeys for mos…

Timelapse shows Blood Moon rising around the world

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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 work…

Snapped cable caused Lisbon funicular crash, first report says

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At Least 300 Pro-Palestinian Protesters Charged With Terrorism in London

They were demonstrating in support of Palestine Action, an activist group that the British government designated a terr…

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://if…

Energy Secretary Attacks Offshore Wind and Dismisses Climate Change

Chris Wright, who travels to Europe next week to promote American gas, called climate change “not incredibly important.…

With Jair Bolsonaro on Trial, Brazil Braces for U.S. Sanctions

While the Supreme Court weighs the fate of the former president on charges of plotting a coup, Brazil’s government is p…

Watch: Ex-VP Mike Pence says he has 'great concerns' over Trump's tariffs

In an interview with BBC Newsnight, the former vice-president to Donald Trump said he would like to see negotiations to…

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The United States has deployed eight warships, several surveillance planes and one attack submarine to the region as te…

Time Is Running Out for Lebanon to Disarm Hezbollah, U.S. Officials Warn

The United States, Israel and the Gulf Arab states are pressuring Lebanon’s government to act decisively against the gr…

'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/OqJvMfY

Ebola Outbreak Is Declared in Kasai Province of Congo

Health officials have recorded 28 suspected cases and 15 fatalities so far in the latest outbreak of the deadly virus, …

At Least 15 Dead After Lisbon Funicular Derails, Officials Say

The funicular line, one of three in Lisbon, is a popular tourist attraction. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/…

China's Xi steals the limelight in a defiant push against US-led world order

President Xi shows off his power and influence in an open challenge to US supremacy and the world order. from BBC New…

Antigovernment Protests Continue in Indonesia

Indonesian soldiers patrolled Jakarta, the capital, as protesters in several cities continued demonstrating against the…

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.…

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. …

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:…

Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee

The food giant says Laurent Freixe had an "undisclosed" relationship with "a direct subordinate". …

Houthis Vow Revenge After Israeli Attack Kills Senior Officials

Israel’s assassination of top officials last week is likely to make the Iranian-backed militia even more hawkish, Yemen…

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.t…

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.t…

Xi Uses Summit, Parade and History to Flaunt China’s Global Pull

With the leaders of Russia and India visiting, China’s president will show how he can use statecraft, military might an…

Trump administration moves to fire most Voice of America journalists

Termination notices have been issued to more than 500 employees of VOA and its parent agency. from BBC News https://i…

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:…

Many of Trump’s Punishing Tariffs Are Illegal, Appeals Court Rules

The decision is a big blow to President Trump’s trade policies, but the judges left the duties in place for now to allo…

Madeleine McCann suspect to be released in less than three weeks

Christian Brückner is still dangerous, the German prosecutor leading the investigation into the toddler's disappear…

Transportation Dept. Cancels $679 Million for Offshore Wind Projects

The Trump administration’s campaign against wind power continued as it targeted funding for marine terminals and ports …

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://i…

Buried by Princess Diana, Time Capsule Brings Back the ’90s Far Too Soon

The capsule was opened early because of a construction project. It revealed a Kylie Minogue CD, a pocket television and…

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 peo…

'Exhausted, hungry, and scared': What it's like to be a journalist in Gaza

Palestinian journalists give the BBC first-hand accounts of the hardship and dangers they face while reporting on the w…

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 …

German cabinet backs voluntary military service, opening door to conscription

The defence minister wants to increase soldiers in service from 182,000 to 260,000 by the early 2030s. from BBC News …

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 reve…

Macron Defends Call for Palestinian Statehood in Letter to Netanyahu

President Emmanuel Macron of France also pushed back against accusations by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he h…

Bruce Willis' wife Emma says he is in great health but brain is failing

The Die Hard star's partner also says she hopes to advocate for fellow carers in her new book. from BBC News http…

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…

Five Journalists Among Dead in Israeli Attack on Gaza Hospital

Two Israeli strikes hit a hospital in southern Gaza on Monday, killing at least five Palestinian journalists, a rescue …

Abrego Garcia Detained Again After Administration Signaled It Would Re-Deport Him

The move came three days after Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia was freed from custody in the federal criminal case that wa…

Inside Donetsk as residents flee attacks on Ukrainian region Putin wants to control

Quentin Sommerville follows volunteers carrying out evacuations in eastern Ukraine as drone attacks rage. from BBC Ne…

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…

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 activ…

UK's Chagos Islands deal 'significant victory', says Pope

Pope Leo XIV said he hoped Mauritian authorities would ensure the refugees are able to return home. from BBC News htt…

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 visi…

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. …

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 h…

Is the Trump Administration Building Up to a Military Confrontation With Venezuela?

A major increase in U.S. naval forces in the south Caribbean Sea has been underway since President Trump signed a direc…

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 …

Vance Recounts Telling Zelensky to ‘Behave’ in Trump Meeting

It was not the first time that the vice president had addressed Ukraine’s leader with words more commonly spoken to tod…

Watch: JD Vance heckled meeting National Guard troops in Washington DC

Protesters shouted at Vance, Pete Hegseth and Stephen Miller as they entered DC's largest rail hub. from BBC News…

Once a Source of Life and Renewal, Monsoon Brings Death to Pakistan

With villages swept away and Pakistan’s largest city assailed by monsoon floods, climate change has brought a catastrop…

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…

Netanyahu accuses Australian PM of 'betraying' Israel

Relations between the two countries have frayed since Australia said it planned to recognise a Palestinian state. fro…

Russia Reaffirms Opposition to NATO Troops in Ukraine

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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 …

Here’s the latest.

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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 res…

Zelensky Brings Backup to the White House as Trump Aligns More Closely With Putin

European leaders are joining a trip to Washington to make sure the trans-Atlantic alliance remains intact. from NYT &…

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&…

New I.R.S. Rules for Large Wind and Solar Projects Released

The move comes as the Trump administration has issued a barrage of new restrictions on renewable energy across the coun…

Suspected French spy arrested in alleged Mali coup plot

The French national is accused of working "on behalf of the French intelligence service" in Mali. from BBC …

Friday Briefing: Ukraine’s Fate

Plus: To appreciate a dancer, watch the hands. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/gy4oAhE

Air Canada Cancels Flights Ahead of Possible Flight Attendant Strike

The dominant air carrier in Canada set in motion a process that could ground 130,000 passengers a day by Saturday. fr…

Russia and Ukraine Continue Drone Attacks Before Putin-Trump Meeting

The Kremlin signaled that apart from Ukraine, it was also interested in discussing other subjects with the U.S., like e…

Top Iranian Official Visits Lebanon as Hezbollah Bucks Calls to Disarm

The visit by Ali Larijani, the head of Iran’s top security body, came as the Lebanese government moves to disarm Hezbol…

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 B…

US announces criminal charges against Haitian gang leader Barbecue

He heads the group Viv Ansanm, which controls much of Haiti's capital and is accused of multiple murders, kidnappin…

Mexico Sends 26 More Captured Cartel Operatives to U.S.

The transfer follows news that President Trump ordered the Pentagon to begin using military force against certain Latin…

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 htt…

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. fro…

Indian Lawmakers Detained for Protesting ‘Electoral Irregularities’