Tuesday, August 18, 2026 3:23 AM ET
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Norway's king admitted to hospital and put on sick leave -- The 89-year-old - one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs - is suffering from a rare blood condition. -- Europe59 minutes ago
Tributes to actress Hayden Panettiere as coroner finds 'no signs of trauma' -- The US actress, who has died at the age of 36, starred in the TV shows Heroes and Nashville. -- US & Canada1 hour ago
Tupac murder trial: 'All hell broke loose' night of rapper's shooting, witness says -- After he was shot multiple times, Tupac Shakur refused to cooperate with police and told an officer "we'll take care of it", an officer testified.1 hour ago
Inside secret police warehouse as Germany targets small boats gangs -- German authorities seize dinghies and life jackets during their first raids under a new law that cracks down on smuggling.2 hours ago
Watch: Why has Trump shifted on North Korea? -- Trump said the US will "substantially reduce" joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his "very good relationship" with Kim Jong Un.59 minutes ago
Russia's prominent anti-war politician jailed for 11 years -- Lev Schlosberg is found guilty of "discrediting" Russia's army - a verdict he condemns as punishment for his political position.14 hours ago
Trump threatens to bomb US ally Oman if it 'gets in the way' over Iran deal -- Trump's threat on Oman, which has been holding its own talks with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, comes as a 60-day window for peace negotiations expires.2 hours ago
French PM heckled over wildfire response as blazes continue across Europe -- The prime minister announced on Monday €12m worth of aid to French regions that had been worst affected by the fires.12 hours ago
Russia and Ukraine trade more deadly strikes -- Moscow says nine people have been killed in the past 24 hours, while Kyiv reports four deaths.17 hours ago
US hiker dies after being struck by lightning on Mount Etna -- The 30-year-old was on the active volcano when a thunderstorm developed, local media report.18 hours ago
What it's like to be on a warship like the USS Abraham Lincoln -- Concerns have mounted about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed since 11 December.2 hours ago
Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is appealing - here's what you need to know -- The Australian, who notoriously poisoned her family members, is trying to overturn her conviction.11 hours ago
'Ghana was the crime scene': The country leading the demand for slavery reparations -- Ghana has become Africa's leading voice in telling the world that Western nations owe reparations1 day ago
Thailand has a gun problem - 10 million of them -- Recent shootings have highlighted the country's troubled relationship with guns, with laws doing little to curb the violence.1 day 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.3 days ago
Watch: What we learned from opening statements in Tupac murder trial -- The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil breaks down the key arguments as the long-awaited trial gets under way.2 hours ago
'I want my brother back' - Tupac's brother tells BBC murder trial won't bring justice -- The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil sat down with Mopreme Shakur ahead of the trial for his brother and late rapper's 1996 murder.1 day ago
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.1 day ago
Why is Australia's mushroom killer back in court this week? -- The BBC's Katy Watson explains why triple-murderer Erin Patterson is back in court this week trying to overturn her conviction.1 day ago
Doctors remove 3.1kg stone from man's bladder and claim record -- The bladder stone, which weighs as much as a full-term baby, is believed to be the largest on record.11 minutes ago
Russia says UK 'will pay' for supplying drones to Ukraine -- An MoD spokesperson responds by saying Britain stands "shoulder to shoulder" with Ukraine.11 minutes ago
Zambia's president wins second term with 60% of the vote -- Hakainde Hichilema said he was "truly humbled" by the victory and promised to work for all Zambians.1 hour ago
China censors public mourning as it holds former premier's funeral -- While hailing Zhu's legacy, authorities are wary that the nostalgia could lead to criticisms of Xi's rule.2 hours ago
Why Indian law students don't want top judge at their graduation ceremony -- Students from two premier law universities say they don't want Chief Justice Surya Kant to attend their convocations.2 hours ago