Thursday, January 01, 2026 6:21 PM ET
7 hours ago
US military says five killed in latest strike on alleged drug boats -- The latest strike comes as the US Coast Guard searches for survivors of another that happened a day earlier.11 hours ago
Zelensky says peace deal is 90% ready in New Year address -- Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.7 hours ago
What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg8 hours ago
Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital after Nigeria car crash22 hours ago
UK to 'robustly' defend decision to strip citizenship from woman who married Islamic State fighter13 hours ago
Bulgaria joins the euro after rocky path to new currency23 hours ago
Brazil legend Roberto Carlos recovering in hospital7 hours ago
Disbelief as tragedy hits Swiss ski resort on New Year's Day -- BBC's Silvia Costeloe says the fire happened in the beating heart of lively Crans-Montana.34 minutes ago
Video shows fire spreading across Swiss bar ceiling -- The moment a Swiss bar was set ablaze appears to have been captured on video.34 minutes ago
Fireworks, drums and light shows: How the world welcomed 2026 -- Countries around the world celebrated the new year with colourful shows and long-held traditions. -- World11 hours ago
The £3m race to save polar explorer Shackleton's villa -- The building was used as a base by Shackleton while he orchestrated the famous rescue of his stranded crew -- Tayside & Central Scotland1 day ago
I always wanted Paul Mescal to play Shakespeare, says Hamnet writer -- Hamnet author Maggie O'Farrell says the Irish actor "stood out a mile" long before break out Normal People role. -- Culture5 hours ago
Housing, Europe ties, economy... what Canadians are hopeful for in 2026 -- The BBC spoke to people in Toronto and Montreal to find out what they're optimistic about heading into the new year. -- US & Canada1 day ago
China brings in 13% tax on contraceptives in bid to boost birth rates -- Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt. -- Asia58 minutes ago
Tsitsipas considered retirement in injury-hit 2025 -- Stefanos Tsitsipas admits he seriously considered retiring from tennis because of serious back pain during the 2025 season. -- Tennis5 hours ago
Trump says he is withdrawing National Guard troops from some US cities -- It comes after the Supreme Court ruled against his use of troops for domestic law enforcement. -- US & Canada1 day ago
Disney worker hurt stopping 180-kg fake boulder from hitting audience in Florida -- The worker is "recovering" after he was seen on video being knocked off his feet by the 400-lb (180kg) rubber Indiana Jones prop. -- US & Canada1 hour ago
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim New York City Mayor -- The Democratic politician took his oath over a Quran in the disused Old City Hall subway station. -- US & Canada10 hours ago
Finnish police seize ship suspected of sabotaging undersea cable -- Police arrested 14 crew members on the ship sailing from St Petersburg, Russia, to the Israeli port of Haifa. -- Europe10 hours ago
Remains of Texas teen missing since Christmas Eve identified, police say19 hours ago
Around 40 dead in Swiss ski resort bar fire, police say34 minutes ago
Americans brace to start New Year without healthcare8 hours ago
Netherlands police face 'unprecedented' New Year's violence10 hours ago
What we know about the Switzerland ski resort fire11 hours ago
'I hid from a wall of heat': Eyewitnesses describe escape from Swiss bar inferno5 hours ago
Two killed in clashes between protesters and security forces in Iran4 hours ago
Stranger Things draws to an epic and emotional close13 hours ago
How choirboy who led Prince Charles' procession became global conman21 hours ago
Premier League: Reaction as Man City drop points at Sunderland, Spurs draw with Brentford - Reaction as Sunderland hold Manchester City to a goalless draw in the Premier League, while Tottenham are also held by Brentford.17 minutes ago
Johnson agrees to join Palace in £35m move -- Tottenham attacker Brennan Johnson will undergo the first part of his medical on Thursday after agreeing to join Crystal Palace in a deal worth £35m.5 hours ago
Government suspends Gabon team and bans Aubameyang - Gabon's sports minister announces a series of punishments after the national team's "disgraceful performance" at the Africa Cup of Nations. 5 hrs ago34 minutes ago
'Heavy metal? It's not even aluminium foil football' -- As Liverpool are booed off following a goalless draw against Leeds, it was hardly the start to the New Year that Arne Slot's side would have wanted.58 minutes ago
Littler races into semis but Humphries knocked out -- Luke Littler beats Krzysztof Ratajski to reach the PDC World Championship semi-finals, before second seed Luke Humphries loses to Gian van Veen.17 minutes ago
Rosenior leading contender for Chelsea job -- Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior is the leading contender to be the next Chelsea manager, but others remain under consideration.5 hours ago
Khawaja to retire after fifth Ashes Test -- Australia batter Usman Khawaja will retire from international cricket following the fifth Ashes Test against England in Sydney this week.1 hour ago