Monday, June 01, 2026 2:01 AM ET
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Huge blast kills dozens in rebel-held village in Myanmar -- Insurgents say it was caused by explosives being used for mining close to the Chinese border.12 hours ago
Israel seizes castle in Lebanon as it expands ground offensive -- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls the capture of the strategic fortress a "decisive shift" in Israel's campaign against Hezbollah, as European governments criticise the escalation.7 hours ago
Poland's controversial 'Highway to Hel' 666 bus revived -- Poland's seaside resort called Hel is getting its 666 bus service back, despite earlier opposition from Christian groups.2 hours ago
South Africa made to look like fools over World Cup visa issues, says minister -- After a day of uncertainty, the government confirms the team will depart for Mexico on Monday.12 hours ago
Colombia presidential runoff pits leftist senator against pro-Trump rival -- Left-wing senator Iván Cepeda will face Trump admirer Abelardo de la Espriella at the final ballot on 21 June. -- Latin America5 hours ago
Hundreds arrested and dozens of police injured after Champions League riots in France -- Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police which saw 219 people injured, including 57 police officers.18 hours ago
Dead whale towed ashore in Denmark ahead of autopsy -- "Timmy" was found dead off the coast of Anholt despite multiple attempts to rescue it.10 hours ago
Nicaraguan indigenous leader dies after three years in prison -- Rights groups condemn the death of Brooklyn Rivera, 73, following his long arbitrary detention by the governing regime.7 hours ago
Laos cave survivors help with plan to find last two missing men -- So far, five men have been freed from the narrow, flooded cave but efforts are ongoing to locate two more.18 hours ago
Japan defence minister denies militarism and criticises China's 'huge arsenal' -- Shinjiro Koizumi makes some of Tokyo's most pointed remarks yet in the dispute over Japan's military build-up.22 hours ago
A year of grief and waiting: What remains when a plane falls from the sky -- A mother still speaks about her son who died in the Air India crash in the present tense and a brother waits for answers.14 minutes ago
The drivers risking death on Ukraine's most dangerous bus routes -- Russian drones are targeting public buses in Kherson, killing three transport workers so far this year.6 hours ago
Grammy-winning director explores his Nigerian grandfather's role in the Biafran war -- Filmmaker Meji Alabi directs a landmark BBC Africa Eye documentary about Nigeria's civil war.4 hours ago
Secret tunnels and unregistered workers: China's coal mine disaster is a reminder of darker days -- China's worst coal mining disaster in 15 years comes amid an ambitious pivot towards green energy.6 hours ago
Caribbean hot sauce producers warn of shortages and higher prices -- Manufacturers in Jamaica say the key chilli peppers they need are in limited supply.4 hours ago
Between celebration and confrontation: Paris after PSG victory -- Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police following the Champions League final.8 hours ago
'I will sleep with fear': Romanians shaken after block of flats hit by drone -- A Russian drone hit a block of flats in Romania on Friday, causing a fire and injuring two people, Romanian officials say.1 day ago
How did tattoo artists become legal in South Korea? -- The BBC is in Seoul, where tattooist from all over the country have gathered to celebrate their art, following decades of underground work.1 day ago
Why Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices -- New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations.4 days ago
Can Americans spell the National Spelling Bee's winning words? -- Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, won the competition this year after correctly spelling 32 words in a 90-second lighting round tiebreaker.2 days ago
Iran attacks damage 20 US military sites since start of war, satellite images show -- Analysts told BBC Verify that that Tehran's strike were more extensive than publicly acknowledged.14 minutes ago
Polls open in Ethiopia, but not everyone can vote -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party is expected to dominate the election as conflicts overshadow the vote.1 hour ago
Trump seeking edits to US-Iran deal, US media report -- The requested changes are related to the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of highly enriched uranium, according to US media.6 hours ago