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Iran accuses US of 'reckless military adventure'
Fri, 08 May 2026 16:11:06 GMT
Abbas Araghchi says the US attacks each time there is a diplomatic solution on the table.
Trump says Russia and Ukraine to observe three-day ceasefire
Fri, 08 May 2026 18:59:58 GMT
It comes as the two countries accused each other of violating separate ceasefires to cover the celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.
Worldwide race to trace passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship
Fri, 08 May 2026 21:02:52 GMT
About 12 countries have so far been linked to the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius, as the UN health agency confirms at least five cases.
Greece examines mystery naval drone found in Ionian Sea
Fri, 08 May 2026 17:53:25 GMT
Greek media say the drone, which reportedly had explosives, could be either Ukrainian or linked to the Russia-Ukraine war.
Hovering objects and flashing lights: what we learned from UFO documents released by the Pentagon
Fri, 08 May 2026 22:04:55 GMT
The US has published transcripts, video clips and audio recordings about unidentified flying objects, also called unidentified anomalous phenomena.
International cyber attack disrupts swathe of universities and schools
Fri, 08 May 2026 16:04:01 GMT
A hacking group breached the academic software Canvas, used by thousands of schools and universities across the globe.
Three dead after volcano erupts on Indonesian island
Fri, 08 May 2026 11:54:14 GMT
Officials had previously issued warnings on climbing the active volcano due to safety concerns.
White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor's Trump grave post
Fri, 08 May 2026 11:14:17 GMT
The Star Wars actor apologised and deleted the post, which contained an AI image of the president in a shallow grave.
Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait
Fri, 08 May 2026 08:43:55 GMT
US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.
South Africa president faces call to resign after court ruling
Fri, 08 May 2026 13:35:56 GMT
The Constitutional Court says MPs were was wrong to block impeachment proceedings against Cyril Ramaphosa.
Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, UK government says
Fri, 08 May 2026 17:57:28 GMT
Five cases of hantavirus have been confirmed in total, including one of the three passengers on the MV Hondius who died.
US jet fuel could be used in Europe to ease possible shortages
Fri, 08 May 2026 14:42:13 GMT
An international air body suggests wider acceptance of US-grade jet fuel could help to head off any supply problems.
Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence
Thu, 07 May 2026 22:15:51 GMT
Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.
Rebel Wilson accused of 'complete revision of history' as defamation case closes
Fri, 08 May 2026 06:33:35 GMT
The Bridesmaids star claims an actress retracted a complaint about sexual harassment by a producer.
Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity
Fri, 08 May 2026 05:07:55 GMT
A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.
Ethiopian woman's joy at rare quintuplets after 12 years trying for a baby
Fri, 08 May 2026 06:48:20 GMT
The woman, 35, says she was praying for a baby and was "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five at once".
World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty
Fri, 08 May 2026 04:10:45 GMT
Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.
Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US
Thu, 07 May 2026 23:11:35 GMT
Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.
US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt
Fri, 08 May 2026 02:57:48 GMT
Parents who have outstanding debt of more than $2,500 (€1,844) in child support payments could be impacted.
Fears of renewed Gaza war as Hamas disarmament talks stall
Thu, 07 May 2026 14:22:20 GMT
Israeli media reports suggest Israel is preparing to resume fighting because of the impasse in talks with Hamas.
Rwandan singer dies as he was being released from prison
Thu, 07 May 2026 16:12:50 GMT
The former university lecturer was a vocal critic of the government and ruling Rwandan Patriotic Front party.
US judge releases Jeffrey Epstein's purported suicide note
Thu, 07 May 2026 11:14:59 GMT
Epstein's former cellmate claims he found the note, which has not been verified by the BBC.
China announces suspended death sentences for former defence ministers
Thu, 07 May 2026 12:24:55 GMT
The announcement follows recent ousting of several top officials in China's military.
Disturbances and 127 arrests mar Paris party after PSG Champions League victory
Thu, 07 May 2026 12:19:53 GMT
Fans took to the streets to celebrate the Paris team's qualification for the final, but celebrations were marred by disturbances.
German tourist wins payout after losing sun lounger race
Thu, 07 May 2026 00:41:21 GMT
The man sued his tour operator for allowing people to reserve sun loungers with towels despite a hotel ban on the practice.
The companies making billions from the Iran war
Fri, 08 May 2026 08:13:07 GMT
Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.
Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension
Fri, 08 May 2026 03:45:06 GMT
The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.
Rosenberg: Russia's Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan
Thu, 07 May 2026 16:00:05 GMT
For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow.
Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll
Thu, 07 May 2026 22:20:56 GMT
An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.
'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia'
Thu, 07 May 2026 23:54:06 GMT
Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.
One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does
Thu, 07 May 2026 22:59:31 GMT
A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.
How worried should we be about hantavirus?
Thu, 07 May 2026 15:01:07 GMT
Some passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus have already taken flights to numerous countries.
Return of Palestine Marathon attracts thousands of runners
Fri, 08 May 2026 17:23:28 GMT
Thousands of people have taken part in the Palestine Marathon, which returns to Bethlehem after a two-year pause over the Gaza War.
Huge plumes of ash rise as Indonesia's Mount Dukono erupts
Fri, 08 May 2026 13:15:14 GMT
Officials said the group had been hiking up the active volcano despite a climbing ban.
Marco Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump over Iran war
Thu, 07 May 2026 19:06:43 GMT
Leo, the first American pontiff, drew Trump's ire after becoming a firm critic of the war and the administration's hardline immigration policies.
Crowds cheer China's new snooker star on return from championship win
Thu, 07 May 2026 20:59:43 GMT
Wu Yize, 22, receives a rock star's welcome after becoming second-youngest player to win a world title.
How operation to disembark passengers on virus-hit cruise will work
Thu, 07 May 2026 20:01:43 GMT
The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe reports from Tenerife, where some locals fear the ship's arrival could bring health risks.
Who is Kumanjayi Little Baby and why has her death caused outrage in Australia?
Thu, 07 May 2026 19:03:39 GMT
The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger.
Tenerife resident calls docking of hantavirus ship 'reckless'
Thu, 07 May 2026 12:37:14 GMT
People on Tenerife in the Canary Islands have told the BBC they are concerned about the arrival of MV Hondius.