Sunday, August 02, 2026 12:24 PM ET
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At least 13 killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza after Hamas agree disarmament deal -- Israel says it was targeting military operatives in the strikes on Gaza City, Khan Younis and Deir el-Balah.11 minutes ago
Trump cancels Iran strikes subject to deal being made 'rapidly' -- The US president claims Iran and other Middle Eastern countries asked Washington to hold off on any attack as the "perimeters" of a deal had been agreed.2 hours ago
Five dead, 41 missing, after Indonesia ferry catches fire -- The vessel with at least 250 people on board caught fire off Madura island.5 hours ago
Young guns for hire - the teenage hitmen recruited to kill across Europe -- The Foxtrot Network is thought to be responsible for about 35 murders in Europe, and uses violence-as-a-service tactics.17 hours ago
Tourist plane crashes in Peru, killing 13 -- The small plane was flying over the Nazca Lines archaeological site when it crashed, according to local reports.18 hours ago
Italy putting nearly all major cities on highest heat alert -- Some 19 major Italian cities - including Rome, Milan and Naples - are already on red alert, and by Monday all but two will be.22 hours ago
The Sopranos star Vincent Pastore dies aged 80 -- Pastore, who played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero in the hit US show, was found at his home in New York City, US media report.17 hours ago
Why Uganda seems to be winning the battle against Ebola as virus spreads in DR Congo -- Uganda discharged its last Ebola patient from hospital roughly two weeks ago.17 hours ago
Three killed after bomb detonated at Moscow restaurant, state media say -- Security officials said a woman tried to enter the restaurant with explosives but was stopped by a security guard.19 hours ago
A bruising 24 hours - what next for Fifa and under-pressure Infantino? -- Pressure is building on Gianni Infantino. Can he survive as Fifa president after the implosion of the controversial World Cup investment plan?8 hours ago
How Australia combines modern tech and Indigenous knowledge to fight wildfires -- As Europe faces its worst wildfires in decades, Australia offers lessons in disaster preparedness.10 hours ago
Solitude as a new aspirational lifestyle: 'We are not lonely' -- A growing number of so-called "loneliness influencers" are spotlighting solo living without children or friends - and it's spurring debate.1 hour ago
Ginger hair portraits show unexpected 'golden thread' connecting Americans -- For Kieran Dodds, photographing people with red hair has become something of an obsession over the past decade or more.16 hours ago
Death row inmates desperate to escape execution in Saudi Arabia call the BBC -- Dozens of Ethiopians are awaiting execution - some called the BBC to tell their stories.1 day ago
Fastest runner to cross the Alps says it was an incredible experience -- Sophie Woods ran the Via Alpina through storms, heat of up to 37C and dodged floods and wildfires across eight countries.4 hours ago
Wildfires scorch Washington state as thousands evacuated and emergency declared -- State officials said wildfires across more than 250,000 acres have led to widespread evacuations and power outages.1 hour ago
Crowds line Amsterdam's canals for Pride boat parade -- Costumed participants danced and waved from a colourful flotilla of 80 decorated vessels as they made their way through the city's waterways.19 hours ago
Watch: Why Fifa dropped plans to sell stakes in the World Cup -- The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explains why Gianni Infantino has backed down on his controversial investment proposal.1 day ago
Watch: Tens of thousands of migrants enter Spain's Ceuta from Morocco -- Most migrants who reached Spain's North African territory of Ceuta from Morocco have returned, officials said.1 day ago
Ukraine says major Russian oil refinery and airfield hit, as Moscow reports eight deaths -- Russia's military says it attacked Ukraine's ports and vessels in the Black Sea overnight.23 minutes ago
Who is Nirmal Purja, the famed mountaineer killed in Broad Peak avalanche? -- The British-Nepali climber is one of the most recognised figures in mountaineering.3 hours ago
How Spain's migrant crisis created a political storm - whipped up by social media -- The Ceuta crossings have shaken Europe politically, exposing divisions over the sensitive issue of migration, the BBC's Sarah Rainsford writes.15 hours ago
Island residents fear delays to emergencies amid changes to fire service -- The fire service on Arranmore will not keep two paid firefighters positions once the postholders retire.10 hours ago