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Sunday, August 16, 2026 5:10 PM ET

BBC News - World

Russia says at least seven killed in largest Ukrainian attack of 2026 -- Moscow also launched deadly strikes against Ukraine overnight, sparking fires across the capital Kyiv.

5 hours ago

Thousands displaced by deadly Indonesia earthquake as rescue efforts continue -- Hundreds of homes and public buildings have been severely damaged with at least 53 people killed.

8 hours ago

Europe's tallest Virgin Mary statue unveiled in rural Poland -- The 55.6-metre (182ft) concrete figure is head-and-shoulders above Rio de Jaineiro's Christ the Redeemer.

9 hours ago

Qatar denies capturing three Iranian pilots after downing fighter jets -- Iran claims they have been held since Qatar downed two fighter jets at the start of the US-Iran war.

23 hours ago

Twelve killed as Polish bus veers off Hungarian motorway -- Dozens more are seriously injured after the tourist bus overturned in the early hours of Sunday morning.

13 hours ago

Four 'extraordinary' Renaissance paintings stolen from Italian museum -- The works were taken overnight without alarms being triggered, raising suspicion of a professional hit.

7 hours ago

Belgian wildfire doubles in size on third day tearing through nature reserve -- Hundreds of firefighters are trying to contain the flames consuming the major park.

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Morocco detains dozens of migrants trying to cross into Ceuta, reports say -- Security had been stepped up amid suggestions on social media of a second mass crossing on Saturday.

19 hours ago

Many Canadians are boycotting the US, so this is where they're travelling instead -- From exploring their own backyard to travelling abroad, many Canadians are spending their money elsewhere to send a message to the US president.

1 day ago

Five years after the Taliban swept to power, does the West have any influence? -- Five years after the Taliban swept to power, many are asking whether the West has any bargaining chips left

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Secondhand book sales are booming. Is it because of AI? -- Booksellers are reporting mysterious bulk orders. It's thought the books are being used to train AI - and ending up pulped.

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'I shot Mr Thompson'- What it was like inside court as Mangione pleaded guilty -- It marked the first time a court had heard Mangione describe how he committed a crime that garnered worldwide attention.

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Europe's scorched landscapes seen from space after summer heatwaves -- From glaciers shrinking to an exposed shipwreck, satellites capture the impact of extreme heat and drought.

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BBC visits smouldering Kyiv market after Russian strikes -- Six people were injured in the strike on the market selling second-hand records, posters, toys and tools.

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Why is Australia's mushroom killer back in court this week? -- The BBC's Katy Watson explains why triple-murder Erin Patterson is back in court this week trying to overturn her conviction.

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World's Ugliest Dog contest crowns 2026 winner -- The annual contest has been taking place in Santa Rosa, California.

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Moment family rescued after 16 hours floating on jet ski off Thailand -- A 50-year-old father and his two sons were found floating off Koh Samui island, a local official told AFP on Saturday.

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How is parkour helping these seniors avoid injuries? -- In one of the world's fastest aging countries, older people are finding creative ways to stay healthy.

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US commander says mental health a 'priority' on USS Lincoln -- Adm Brad Cooper acknowledged that navy service at sea for long periods is "uniquely challenging and tough", following a visit to the warship.

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Five teenagers dead and four injured after car drives on wrong side of motorway -- The collision occurred on on the M9 Northbound at about 03:00 local time on Sunday in County Kildare.

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Trump envoy Kushner meets Hamas leader to push Gaza peace plan -- The rare meeting comes a week after Israel rejected Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza.

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Two dead and hundreds evacuated after twin fires break out on Greek island -- About 200 firefighters worked to keep the fires from converging on Salamina, with one now under control.

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Teen suspect in Virginia campus shooting found hiding in closet -- The attack left five injured outside a halls of residence, and the suspect was not a student there, say police.

2 hours ago

One dead, homes swept away after Hurricane Lala lashes Hawaii -- A search-and-rescue operation is under way after properties were uprooted from their foundations.

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