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Saturday, August 08, 2026 3:19 PM ET

BBC News - Top Stories

Child among three killed in Russian missile attacks near Kyiv -- Russia continued its overnight attacks after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of Ukraine's dwindling supplies of missile interceptors. -- Europe

14 hours ago

Madonna pays tribute to 'genius, otherworldly' producer William Orbit -- The Queen of Pop worked with Orbit several times over the years, most notably on her genre-bending, Grammy Award-winning album Ray of Light. -- Culture

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Australia is the planet's extinction hotspot, but one animal offers a glimmer of hope -- The country is home to some of the world's most unique species - but it is losing them at an alarming rate.

12 minutes ago

Fast-moving Canada wildfire doubles in size forcing thousands to flee homes

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Digital cameras and wired earphones are back - and 'a bit more real' -- We're surrounded by more advanced tech in 2026, so why are young people going back to basics?

5 hours ago

'Wiped out' - BBC reports from Spokane neighbourhood devastated by fires

1 day ago

Irish government jet travels to UAE for Kinahan extradition -- Daniel Kinahan was arrested in Dubai under a warrant issued by the Irish courts in April but has fought attempts to extradite him.

12 minutes ago

Thai PM vows to introduce stricter gun laws after eight killed in shooting -- Eight people were killed when a 14-year-old opened fire at his home and school before shooting himself dead. -- Asia

21 hours ago

Book hidden in fireplace returned to Australian library 150 years overdue -- It is thought an apprentice stonemason who worked on the Houses of Parliament in London borrowed it. -- Australia

1 day ago

Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness

3 hours ago

NBA forward Clarke's death due to effects of drugs

2 hours ago

US offers $1bn to Colombia on new right-wing president's first day of office

2 hours ago

Infantino denies claims that Europe's football governing body paid off alleged 'lover'

7 hours ago

How a former British Olympian curbed his porn problem -- Experts share the signs to look out for if you are worried about your porn use, and how to seek help.

16 hours ago

What is birthright citizenship and how common is birth tourism in the US? -- The Trump administration is trying to restrict access to US citizenship for some people through attempts to end birth tourism and tighten other criteria.

18 hours ago

'I ran because I knew I would die': Russian drones target medics in Ukraine -- Ukrainian emergency workers warn of growing Russian attacks on hospitals and ambulances.

16 hours ago

Watch: Moment opposition MP throws eggs at Kosovo's acting PM

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Watch: Water thrown at Kosovo PM in parliament

1 hour ago

Hunter Biden opens up to the BBC about father's cancer battle, pardon and politics

22 hours ago

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested: How the morning unfolded

1 day ago

Is football AI-proof? Why tech investors wanted a slice of the World Cup - What was the thinking of the investors backing the now-canned plan, and are such proposals in the future inevitable? 5 hrs ago

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Widdecombe police reopen investigation into incident at Farage's home, BBC understands -- Counter-terror police investigating the ex-MP's death say they are looking into an "attempted burglary" last year.

10 hours ago

US appeals court halts Trump ballroom project paving way for Supreme Court showdown -- "Whether or not a ⁠massive ballroom should be constructed is for Congress to decide," the appeals panel's ​majority said. -- US & Canada

14 hours ago

Man, 32, died after cyst was 'missed' by doctors

23 hours ago

Trump's ex-lawyer Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as US attorney general

6 hours ago

He's been frozen on Everest for 30 years, now 'Green Boots' may finally be coming home

18 hours ago

Scale of devastation shocks US city's fire-seasoned residents

14 hours ago

The phone book that led us to Assad's spy chief in hiding

19 hours ago

Hunter Biden tells BBC his pardon was 'not good' for US or his father's legacy

6 hours ago

Spain imposes border controls against Italy as row over Ceuta migrant influx intensifies

21 hours ago

I went for a full body MOT and the results came as a shock

13 hours ago

'Tidy debut' for Tielemans - how Man Utd rated against PSG - Manchester United came from behind to draw their pre-season encounter with PSG in Gothenburg. How did Michael Carrick's players rate?

1 hour ago

Garcia hopes long-term friend Alonso's Chelsea finish second to Liverpool -- As two Liverpool legends meet in pre-season, Luis Garcia says he hopes Xabi Alonso's Chelsea finish behind their former club in the Premier League.

1 hour ago

Gallagher scores late as Spurs draw against Getafe - Conor Gallagher scores late on as Spurs come from behind to earn a draw against La Liga side Getafe.

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Vollering wins stage to claim Tour lead before final day -- Demi Vollering races clear to win stage eight of the Tour de France Femmes and snatch the leader's yellow jersey with just one stage remaining.

23 minutes ago

Athletes from bankrupt track league have now been paid - Johnson -- Four-time Olympic champion Michael Johnson speaks publicly for the first time since Grand Slam Track went bankrupt, and clarifies details of payments to himself and athletes.

5 hours ago

Arsenal sign Guimaraes from Newcastle in £75m deal -- Premier League champions Arsenal sign Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United for £75m.

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