Wednesday, August 05, 2026 12:57 AM ET
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US congressman refuses to drop re-election bid over ex-wife's abuse claims -- Ohio Republican Max Miller's former father-in-law, a US senator, wants him removed from Congress.15 minutes ago
Top Fifa official Wenger says scrapping World Cup plan 'absolutely necessary'7 hours ago
AI used new levels of 'autonomy and deception' to trick people in safety test2 hours ago
US revokes Brazil ambassador's visa as diplomatic tensions escalate5 hours ago
Watch: Moment passenger train crashes into trailer carrying straw bales4 hours ago
Video shows Russian drone chasing Ukrainian street vendor in 'human safari' attack12 hours ago
'My grandmother subjected my baby to female genital mutilation behind my back' -- In Colombia, where FGM is still practised by some members of an indigenous group, a landmark bill banning the practice has been enacted. -- World5 hours ago
'The fire's right there' - Families recount fleeing Washington state wildfires -- Some have returned to find their homes reduced to ash and rubble, with only the charred trunks of trees rising from the smouldering ground.2 hours ago
What will happen when a SpaceX rocket collides with the Moon? -- Our satellite has endured countless blows over millions of years - and astronomers think this one could be a useful accident.1 hour ago
How to avoid the worst of the Italian heat -- From supermarkets to night-time tours, experts share how to make the most of Italy during this latest heatwave.8 hours ago
The cost of being single – and how friends are teaming up to beat it -- Many singles face extra costs for housing, bills, food and holidays but there are ways to ease the burden.4 hours ago
Are summer sandals killing your feet? -- They may keep your feet cool but some styles could be doing more harm than good.3 hours ago
Mysterious elephant deaths in Kenya raise questions around pesticides -- A wave of Kenyan elephant deaths has been blamed on pesticides, but experts tell the BBC they are doubtful.3 hours ago
Watch: Evacuations as Guatemala volcano erupts11 hours ago
Ukrainian vegetable seller targeted in 'human safari' drone attack9 hours ago
'Like a bomb' - Residents react after Spokane fires destroy hundreds of homes8 hours ago
Moment pilot caught with 70,000 ecstasy pills at Indonesian airport19 hours ago
Mass funeral in Gaza for 112 Palestinians killed in 2023 Israeli strike -- The bodies - belonging to members of two extended families - have only recently been recovered from under rubble in Gaza City. -- Middle East12 hours ago
Arrests in Egypt after people allegedly impersonate judges -- Egyptian authorities say the alleged scam involved fabricated scenes in court as part of a plot to defraud people. -- World48 minutes ago
Afghan boxer arrested in connection with death of Scottish woman in Greece -- Sharif Ahmadzai, from Afghanistan, is expected to appear in court in Athens on Wednesday.6 hours ago
Guatemala volcano eruption sends lava spewing into the air -- The Fuego stratovolcano is one of the most active in Central America and popular with hikers.12 hours ago
Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' if Hormuz Strait not open soon as oil prices fall1 hour ago
Washington wildfire arson suspect twice linked to other blazes, authorities say2 hours ago
The avalanche that killed a climbing legend - and a generation of record-setting guides4 hours ago
Armed man arrested near Trump's golf course ahead of president's visit4 hours ago
Princess Eugenie gives birth to baby girl in Portugal10 hours ago
'I feel like I dug my own grave': The workers caught in the AI transition6 hours ago
SpaceX's first-ever earnings show higher revenues and huge spending7 hours ago
Burnham 'looking into' conducting Epstein inquiry, says victims minister1 hour ago
Saudi-led group completes $55bn purchase of gaming giant EA15 minutes ago
Turkish club Trabzonspor begin talks to sign Salah -- Turkish club Trabzonspor say they have begun negotiations to sign Mohamed Salah.5 hours ago
Mourners line streets of Milan for legend Baresi's funeral -- Thousands gather on the streets of Milan for the funeral of legendary former AC Milan and Italy defender Franco Baresi.17 hours ago
Athletes go 'missing' after Commonwealth Games ends -- Police Scotland said it had received reports of various athletes "unaccounted for" in the aftermath of the Games, which concluded on Sunday.10 hours ago
Drinking culture embedded in cricket - Stokes -- Ben Stokes says drinking is embedded in cricket, but does not believe the England team he led has a problem with alcohol.16 hours ago
Arsenal in talks to sign Newcastle's Guimaraes -- Arsenal open direct talks with Newcastle United to sign captain Bruno Guimaraes.14 hours ago
Le Clos' home destroyed by fire after he sets Commonwealths record -- Chad le Clos reveals his apartment in South Africa was destroyed by a fatal fire in a "heartbreaking tragedy" - the night after he became the most decorated athlete in Commonwealth Games history.5 hours ago