Friday, January 02, 2026 1:48 PM ET
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Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential office -- Kyrylo Budanov has led the Hur military intelligence, which has claimed a number of highly-effective strikes against Russia.5 hours ago
Trump warns US will intervene if Iran kills protesters -- The US president says "we will come to their rescue" after days of demonstrations and clashes. -- World3 hours ago
Russia accuses Ukraine of killing 27 people in New Year attack in occupied Kherson region -- Ukraine says it only conducts strikes against military targets and adheres to international law.2 hours ago
China's BYD overtakes Tesla as world's top EV seller -- It marks the first time the Chinese firm has outpaced its American rival for annual sales.3 hours ago
Dozens missing after boat carrying 200 migrants sinks off Gambia -- It is the latest accident on one of the world's most dangerous routes used by West Africans trying to reach Spain.11 hours ago
Woman killed in suspected mountain lion attack in US -- Colorado officials said that it would be the first time in more than 25 years that a mountain lion killed a person in the state, if confirmed.1 hour ago
Trump says he takes higher daily dose of aspirin than doctors recommend -- In an interview about his health, the US president says: "I don't want thick blood pouring through my heart".10 hours ago
'You're invisible, you don't exist' - life without a birth certificate -- Millions around the world are living in the shadows as stateless people as they lack official papers.16 hours ago
Young Italian golfer feared dead: What we know about Swiss resort fire -- Authorities say 40 people died in the blaze in the resort of Crans-Montana.2 hours ago
Social media fuelled Mamdani's rise. Can he keep the momentum as New York mayor? -- To succeed in office he will need to keep his supporters engaged with day-to-day governing, experts say.1 day ago
Americans brace to start New Year without healthcare -- More than 20 million Americans are preparing for steeper healthcare costs in the New Year because of expiring subsidies.1 day ago
Passenger describes 'chaos' after head-on Machu Picchu train collision -- Tourist Niels Honkoop says shattered glass littered the carriage floor and injured people were lying in the aisles.2 days ago
Sailors saved from going over edge of huge dam -- According to reports, the boat had suffered motor failure before drifting to the edge of the dam4 hours ago
Watch: Moment 400-pound runaway prop injures Disney employee -- The incident took place during a live recreation of a scene from the film of Indiana Jones11 hours ago
What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg -- The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.1 day ago
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim New York City Mayor -- The Democratic politician took his oath over a Quran in the disused Old City Hall subway station.1 day ago
Watch: Historic Amsterdam church engulfed by fire on New Year's Eve -- The blaze was thought to have started just after midnight and was swiftly declared a major fire1 day ago
'Living a nightmare': Families of teens missing after ski resort fire desperate for news -- Families are appealing for information about children as young as 15 who are thought to have been at the bar.2 hours ago
Anthony Joshua's driver charged over Nigeria crash that killed two -- The former heavyweight champion was a passenger in the crash, which killed two of his team members on Monday.1 hour ago
Yemen clashes bring Saudi- and UAE-backed forces into confrontation -- The powerful Gulf allies back rival sides in an escalating conflict which threatens to divide Yemen.2 hours ago
US slashes proposed tariffs on Italian pasta imports -- The plan to impose steep tariffs on 13 producers could have seen major price rises for US consumers.4 hours ago
Survivor describes how she lost sight of friend while escaping flames -- Dozens of people have died in the fire and more than 100 left injured.4 hours ago