Wednesday, July 22, 2026 4:50 AM ET
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Ukrainian drones hit more Russian online retailer Wildberries sites -- Logistics hubs belonging to Wildberries in the Krasnodar and Stavropol regions were struck overnight.7 minutes ago
Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but some women say it's 'leg hair harassment' -- The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.8 hours ago
Iran war has cost US $37.5bn so far, Hegseth says, as Pentagon seeks billions more -- The hearing was disrupted by protests and a shouting match as Hegseth testified at a pivotal time in the war.4 hours ago
India's Modi government under growing pressure as 'cockroach' protests intensify -- The CJP got a boost on Tuesday when the opposition Congress party demonstrated outside the PM's house.20 minutes ago
France passes law banning under-15s from social media -- The law will require social media platforms in France to verify all users age from January.4 hours ago
US renews strikes on Iran as Trump threatens to attack underground nuclear site -- The US president's threat to target a key Iranian nuclear site came ahead of the 11th consecutive night of attacks.4 hours ago
Michelin-starred restaurateur faces jail for using ants as dessert garnish -- Officials say the restaurant in South Korea used some 49,000 ants in various dishes over four years.4 hours ago
Rebel Wilson cleared in defamation case brought by actress in her own film -- Wilson was accused of defaming young Australian actress Charlotte MacInnes, but cleared by a Sydney court.3 hours ago
Gruesome images in D4vd hearing are 'worst nightmare' for teen girl's family -- The court hears the singer ordered a body bag, chainsaws and an inflatable pool to dispose of the teen's body.5 hours ago
Tunnel collapse in India kills 12 workers -- Rescue operation is ongoing but hazardous conditions have hampered efforts to reach those still inside.2 hours ago
Meet the women breaking world records in lumberjack sports -- The BBC finds out what is driving the sports' increasing popularity with women and what it takes to be the best.3 hours ago
Why Iran is risking so much over the Strait of Hormuz -- None of the choices facing Iran's leaders offer a clear path to victory, as the conflict with the US continues.17 hours ago
Why are thousands protesting for education reform in India? -- Thousands of mostly young people tried to march on India's parliament to demand changes to how the education system is run.22 hours ago
'All I think about is her': Families demand answers as Nigeria's boat disasters keep happening -- Hundreds of lives are lost each year in Nigeria as a result of boat accidents yet nothing seems to change.1 day ago
Why WhatsApp usernames could upset Somalia's anti-terror fight -- People will be able to chat without revealing their contact number once the new feature is rolled out.8 hours ago
Beluga whales relocated from closed Canadian marine park arrive in US -- Six beluga whales have arrived in the US after being moved from a Canadian marine park that could no longer care for them.2 hours ago
Watch Texas police officer pull man from burning car -- Bodycam and dashcam footage shows a police officer rescue a man seconds before his car was engulfed in flames in Texas.18 hours ago
Watch: Flooded towns and evacuations as Chile hit by heavy rain -- A "state of catastrophe" has been declared in Coquimbo and Huasco following the downpour.21 hours ago
From hundreds to thousands: How India's 'cockroach' protest movement has grown -- BBC's Azadeh Moshiri reports as thousands attempt to march to India's parliament in support of the Cockroach Janta Party's demand for education reforms.1 day ago
Mixed reviews as Japan urges men to wear shorts to work -- Some commentators enjoy the relaxed rules. Others say the policy is unfair to women since they are still expected to wear tights when showing a part of their legs.20 minutes ago
Japan temperatures soar over 40C, marking first 'cruelly hot day' -- The term was introduced in April by the weather agency to describe days when temperatures reach 40C.1 hour ago
Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days of protests -- Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after backlash over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.10 hours ago