Friday, August 07, 2026 2:13 PM ET
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Mexico and Peru restore diplomatic relations after asylum row -- Relations broke down after former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chávez sought asylum in the Mexican embassy in November 2025.2 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.16 minutes ago
'We have nowhere to return to': How Russia is seizing homes in occupied Ukraine9 hours ago
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign defence pact -- Pakistan says an attack on any of the three will amount to an attack against all, amid conflict in the Middle East.2 hours ago
Meta fined $567m in largest child safety ruling against social media giant -- The ruling is in addition to $375m in fines Meta was already ordered to pay in the case, for a total of $942m.12 hours ago
Spanish police arrest 78 people in bust of 'one of largest' smuggling networks -- The group moved synthetic drugs from Spain to Algeria, then used the return journey to smuggle migrants and weapons.1 hour ago
Trump again tries to limit US birthright citizenship with new executive orders -- The executive orders ban birth tourism and expand the existing definition of people whose children are not eligible for US birthright citizenship.19 hours ago
A new youth agitation grips an Indian state after 'cockroach' protests -- Weeks after the CJP protests shook Delhi, a new youth-led movement over jobs and recruitment is gathering force in Jharkhand.9 hours ago
Trump administration to pay German firm $1.2bn to halt US wind projects -- The RWE payout is the latest in a string of deals cancelling wind energy projects, a power source long derided by Trump.4 hours ago
Australian aviation crew carries out daring midwinter Antarctica rescue -- Team evacuated a patient from McMurdo Station after landing plane in total darkness and temperature of -43°C.16 hours ago
Trump denies US weapons shortage and says information 'leakers' being 'hunted down' -- While precise data is classified, publicly available information suggests the US has used up many difficult-to-manufacture weapons.1 day ago
German airport drone-bomb: Could Russia be involved? -- The BBC has seen evidence from previous cases that Russian-linked proxies not only handled drones and explosives, but also delivered them to Germany.9 hours ago
Sudan's invisible children - born in war with no legal identity -- Babies born as a result of rape are often unable to get a birth certificate, meaning a life-time of problems.17 hours ago
'Put your phone down': K-pop band weighs in on concert etiquette -- Cortis's plea has drawn mixed reactions in a fandom that's obsessed with capturing every moment.17 hours ago
India is a nation of walkers - but its cities forgot them -- India's top court has put the spotlight on unsafe footpaths and the country's forgotten pedestrians.19 hours ago
Does Africa still back Infantino as Fifa president? -- The African confederation has yet to take an official stance, but where do the key African footballing nations stand on the Infantino saga?1 day ago
Moment earthquake shakes hospital operating room in Japan -- Security camera footage shows doctors shielding a patient on the operating table as last month's magnitude 6.8 quake shook Kumamoto General Hospital.11 hours ago
'Wiped out' - BBC reports from Spokane neighbourhood devastated by fires -- Officials are still working to contain the blazes that have burned down at least 860 buildings, including hundreds of homes.17 hours ago
Watch: Nasa astronauts conduct 6.5-hour spacewalk outside ISS -- Astronauts Anil Menon and Jessica Meir ventured out to install a mounting hardware for the future addition of solar arrays to the space station.20 hours ago
Why was Taiwan's president evacuated in the middle of the night? -- President William Lai took part in an emergency evacuation drill as part of Taiwan military exercises preparing for a potential Chinese invasion.13 hours ago
Where is Jackie? Beloved live cam eagle in critical condition -- The bald eagle, who has gained worldwide fame as the protagonist of a nest live-stream in California, has been diagnosed with anaemia.7 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.2 hours ago
What we know so far about the deadly Thailand shooting -- At least seven people have died after a teenage boy shot his grandparents before opening fire on a school in Bangkok.55 minutes ago
Big Macs v Supermac's: Irish burger chain wins UK trademark case -- Supermac's and McDonald's have been embroiled in a long running legal battle over the right to use brand terms including "Mac".1 hour ago
US Senator Cassidy will vote to confirm Blanche for AG, likely saving teetering nomination -- Earlier, Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski said she opposed Trump's pick to lead the justice department2 hours ago
Seven killed after Thai student opens fire at home and school -- Authorities say the 14-year-old killed his grandparents before gunning down five teachers at his school.2 hours ago
Campaigners call for Jared Leto's concerts to be cancelled after criminal sexual conduct claims -- The musician - who denies the claims - is due to perform with his band at two of the UK's biggest arenas next year.3 hours ago
I was standing in front of my teacher when she was shot, Thai pupil says -- The student says she feared never seeing her mother again after the attack killed five teachers.6 hours ago
Surprise fall in US jobs last month as slow summer continues -- Analysts had expected an uptick in the number of jobs created, but the number of roles fell by 23,000 in July.5 hours ago