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Sunday, July 19, 2026 2:25 PM ET

BBC News - Top Stories

Russia launches major ballistic missile attack on Ukrainian cities -- Eight people die and dozens are injured as several cities are hit by missile and drone attacks, while Kyiv continues its own assault on Russian infrastructure. -- Europe

15 minutes ago

Watch closing ceremony and build-up before Spain face Argentina in World Cup final -- Follow live as Spain face Argentina in the World Cup final in New York.

34 minutes ago

Trump presence means tight security for World Cup final -- Supporters faced long queues to get into New York New Jersey Stadium amid heightened security for the 2026 World Cup final. -- World Cup

34 minutes ago

Grandmother, 82, wins law change so she can enjoy Happy Hour at care home

5 hours ago

Cuban dissident Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara goes into exile in US

5 hours ago

The 1975's Matty Healy marries model Gabbriette Bechtel in Los Angeles

3 hours ago

American boxer Hannah Rapp, 26, dies after being hit by car while cycling

3 hours ago

Messi on the brink of history - will it be his last World Cup game? -- Argentina captain Lionel Messi will play his 34th World Cup match in Sunday's final, but will it be his last appearance?

8 hours ago

England's best World Cup for 60 years - but how should it be judged? -- England have secured their best men's World Cup finish since winning the tournament 60 years ago. Is their performance at the 2026 edition being under-appreciated?

17 hours ago

16 World Cup viral moments - from Posh Spice's nonchalance to Haaland's bromance -- We look at some of the most memorable scenes during the 2026 World Cup that set the internet alight.

22 hours ago

I had to stop modelling because I kept passing out from crippling endometriosis -- Three women describe how endometriosis has affected their careers, as an inquiry takes place.

5 hours ago

Can Burnham's casual style survive contact with No 10? -- When Burnham becomes PM, he'll find it harder to wear the wardrobe that's central to his political brand. -- Politics

17 hours ago

The man who balances bikes, ladders and sheds on his chin -- Salford builder Tobey Newall plans to set the world record for balancing large items on his chin. -- Manchester

12 hours ago

Control, threats, disfiguring surgery: My life inside Jeffrey Epstein's 'cult' -- "Anya" gives the BBC a rare account of how sex-criminal financier Epstein lured and abused his "assistants". -- US & Canada

1 day ago

The hidden cost of the night shift and how to sleep it off -- More than three million people in the UK work night shifts, which can greatly impact their health. What can be done to help them? -- BBC InDepth

17 hours ago

What this desert city can teach the world about tackling heat deaths -- Maricopa County in Arizona has some of the hottest temperatures, but it has reduced the number of heat-related deaths. -- US & Canada

1 day ago

He made history in Congress - then the Supreme Court changed its mind -- Residents say they're afraid that if Shomari Figures loses his seat, their federal-funding could disappear with him. -- US & Canada

1 day ago

Marathon runners compete on drifting sea ice at North Pole

4 hours ago

Helicopters dump water as huge Norway fire destroys homes

1 day ago

Timelapse shows World Cup final stadium nearly vanish in smoky haze

2 days ago

'A 10-goal thriller': England fans react to 6-4 win over France

11 hours ago

Firefighters 'doing everything they can' to extinguish wildfire

1 day ago

Ferry carrying 133 passengers and crew sinks off Guyana coast -- Fifteen children are among 67 people rescued, officials say, with dozens still missing.

34 minutes ago

Chinese firm seeks compensation over British Steel nationalisation -- Jingye said it will take action "through legal means to the very end" after the UK government nationalised British Steel.

3 hours ago

Indian activist on hunger strike for 20 days forcibly taken to hospital -- Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has now begun an indefinite fast in Sonam Wangchuk's place.

1 day ago

Hungary's president agrees to stand down after parliament backs removal -- Tamás Sulyok, seen as an Orbán loyalist, had until Saturday night to agree to end his term.

16 hours ago

Neighbours actor Terence Donovan dies aged 90 -- His son, actor Jason Donovan, posted to social media that his father died on Saturday night peacefully in Melbourne, Australia

34 minutes ago

German politician resigns over surrogacy child controversy -- Jens Spahn faced criticism over his use of a surrogate, a ban on which he previously backed.

20 hours ago

Tate brothers arrested in US as further UK charges take total to 59

8 hours ago

US and Iran trade fire after two US soldiers killed in Jordan

5 hours ago

Health officials identify source of US explosive diarrhoea outbreak

2 hours ago

Private jets flock to Montana - but locals can't afford the trailer park

18 hours ago

Birthmark no barrier for young footballing TV star

14 hours ago

Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy

18 hours ago

Laos says it can't determine cause of tourist deaths linked to methanol

1 day ago

Why the World Cup half-time show may be a taste of things to come

16 hours ago

Curran removes Kohli to put England on course for series win v India -- Follow live text, BBC Radio 5 Live commentary and in-play video highlights as England play India in the third one-day international at Lord's.

34 minutes ago

LIVE - The Open final round: Fox birdies last to win Claret Jug - reaction - Live radio commentary and text updates of the final round at Royal Birkdale as the champion golfer of the year is decided.

34 minutes ago

'Legend' or 'regrets'? A final that will define Lamine Yamal's World Cup -- Lamine Yamal may not have had a sparkling World Cup but victory for Spain in Sunday's World Cup final would write a very different narrative.

34 minutes ago

Has Saka shown Tuchel he's too good to leave out? -- Bukayo Saka's World Cup hat-trick against France reignited the selection debate and Thomas Tuchel's decision to leave him out of the semi-final.

6 hours ago

Antonelli wins to extend lead after Russell crashes out -- Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli re-establishes a comfortable championship lead with victory in the Belgian Grand Prix while team-mate George Russell crashes out. -- Formula 1

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