Tuesday, September 15, 2026 1:58 PM ET
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Denmark says Russian warship fired flares at military helicopter -- The Danish prime minister has accused Russia of "reckless" behaviour, while the Kremlin is yet to comment. -- Europe1 hour ago
Iran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirms -- The inspector also found a bottleneck in resupply, despite President Donald Trump's claims that US supplies are "virtually limitless". -- World1 hour ago
Canada is a 'safe harbour' for global finance, Carney says -- The prime minister is hosting a major global investment summit, with the goal of attracting money into the country amid a trade war with the US. -- Just now -- US & Canada17 minutes ago
Warning of space arms race as US confirms weapons in Earth's orbit -- The US has confirmed it deployed a space weapon in Earth's orbit, the first time it has acknowledged such offensive capabilities.17 minutes ago
Just now -- Judge rejects bid to put Trump's name on Kennedy Center building -- The judge ruled that memorials for President Donald Trump at the Kennedy Center cannot be installed without approval from Congress. -- Just now17 minutes ago
What weapon could the US have put into space? -- The announcement by the US points to a developing field of modern warfare in the Earth's orbit. -- World3 hours ago
Ed Sheeran says it was 'not my decision' to drop Macklemore from tour -- The star says tour promoters took the decision, after Macklemore made pro-Palestinian statements on stage.1 hour ago
Ash from Mount Etna grounds flights at Sicily airport -- All flights are suspended from one of Italy's busiest airports until Tuesday night.3 hours ago
Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes Emmy Awards history with double win -- He becomes the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the prestigious TV ceremony.14 hours ago
British woman abducted in Malawi, police say -- The mother of two young children was kidnapped in the middle of the day in the main city, Blantyre.2 hours ago
More than 100,000 people in Japan are now aged 100 or older -- Figures show 88% of the centenarians are women as the population continues to age and shrink.4 hours ago
Satellite image reveals major damage that shut crucial Saudi oil pipeline -- Experts tell BBC Verify the pipeline's closure could cut oil supplies by as much as 3.6 million barrels per day.40 minutes ago
Ukraine's postal workers deliver lifeline under Russian fire -- The state post service delivers pensions, medicine and letters to people just miles from the front.12 hours ago
Russians seek answers over hundreds missing after Ukraine's 2024 incursion -- Officials say more than 300 Russians remain missing after the 2024 Kursk offensive, but no-one really knows the true figure.2 days ago
Questions mount over what an AI 'slowdown' would look like -- While pacing AI development might sound like a quick fix, it is far from an easy solution.1 day ago
Mass nesting brings swarms of turtles to Mexican beach -- Thousands of turtles arrived at La Escobilla beach in Oaxaca within 48 hours, sanctuary officials said.10 hours ago
Superstars and broken records: 2026 Emmy highlights -- The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were hosted by Law & Order star Mariska Hargitay at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.12 hours ago
'Great' or 'alarming' - Should AI be reined in? -- The BBC asked people in Washington DC about the technology's rapid development and whether it poses a threat to humanity, as some experts warn.20 hours ago
Suspected sabotage causes major Netherlands rail disruption -- Trains were cancelled or delayed on Tuesday after objects were found on tracks at multiple locations.8 hours ago
Trump criticises Supreme Court after justices block mail-in ballot restrictions -- The president assailed the justices for blocking his plan to allow delivery of ballots only to voters on lists of citizens.40 minutes ago
Nick Reiner will not face death penalty if convicted of killing parents, prosecutors say -- Nick Reiner is accused of murdering his parents, Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Reiner.1 hour ago
Two sailors missing after tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz, Oman says -- Iran says El Gaia caught fire after hitting mines, but the US says the oil tanker was struck by a missile and then a drone.4 hours ago
'Maybe they'll shoot you' - Carney recalls Trump's gift of White House key -- The Canadian prime minister said the exchange "sums up" the Canada-US relationship.2 hours ago