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Thursday, September 17, 2026 6:06 AM ET

BBC News - World

LIVE - Carney addressing European Parliament after proposal to make Canada 'associate member' of EU - The Canadian prime minister's speech comes after Donald Trump said the idea of Canada becoming an associate member of the EU was "laughable".

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Ninth woman's body found as South African police investigate string of deaths -- South Africa police have cautioned against assuming that all the killings are linked but many women are afraid.

9 minutes ago

Philippines' Duterte seen in person at International Criminal Court for first time -- He is due to be tried for crimes against humanity over thousands of deaths linked to his war on drugs.

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Assad regime planned US journalist's kidnap for weeks, BBC finds -- Austin Tice's abduction was approved by Syria's former leader Bashar al-Assad, a source claims. -- World

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Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter -- There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment. -- Europe

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River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue -- A river that is home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles is given the OK to host Olympic and Paralympic rowing and canoeing events at the 2032 Brisbane Games. -- Olympic Games

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Uncontrolled AI could lead to 'silicon species' rivalling humans, warns Microsoft -- Mustafa Suleyman says he believes rival AI firm Anthropic is in effect teaching Claude it "may be conscious".

1 hour ago

EU announces plan to restrict social media access for under-15s -- Under the plans, only children over 15 would be able to set up their own social media accounts.

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US interest rates raised for first time in three years -- Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut.

4 hours ago

Abducted South African journalist found dead with gunshot wounds -- The body of veteran broadcaster Owen Ndlovu was found hours after armed men kidnapped him near Johannesburg.

2 hours ago

One dead after torrential rain and flash floods hit Barcelona region -- Flooding has caused widespread disruption across Valencia and Catalonia in north-east Spain.

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International students, 'visa hoppers' and backpackers targeted in Australia migration crackdown -- The government wants to reduce net overseas migration to 225,000 people by 2028.

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Photos show widespread damage at US sites from Iranian attacks -- A wrecked air force plane and destroyed buildings are among the images obtained by the BBC's partner CBS News.

14 hours ago

Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC -- Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC.

1 hour ago

Why Trump is all-in on AI despite the warnings -- The US president has pushed the issue to the forefront of American politics - even at the risk of losing supporters.

1 day ago

Carney's new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump -- The Canadian PM is in Strasbourg this week seeking a "unique alliance" - and there is one clear catalyst.

13 hours ago

Satellite image reveals major damage that shut crucial Saudi oil pipeline -- Experts tell BBC Verify the pipeline's closure could cut oil supplies by as much as 3.6 million barrels per day.

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What weapon could the US have put into space? -- The announcement by the US points to a developing field of modern warfare in the Earth's orbit.

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Ukraine's postal workers deliver lifeline under Russian fire -- The state post service delivers pensions, medicine and letters to people just miles from the front.

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Inside Singapore's 'Fort Knox' for city's $2bn dirty money auction -- The BBC goes inside a fortified storage facility to view luxury goods seized by police that are now up for auction.

9 hours ago

Watch: Leaked photos reveal extensive damage at US bases in Gulf -- The photos, provided by active military personnel, show a severed radar jet, flattened trailers and severely damaged buildings as a result of Iranian strikes.

12 hours ago

Runaway horse captured by police on motorbikes -- The unharmed horse escaped from its owner before the start of a parade in New Mexico

1 day ago

Warning of space arms race as US confirms weapons in Earth's orbit -- The BBC's defence correspondent Jonathan Beale explains what an arms race in space might look like - and what it could mean for us on the ground.

1 day ago

US blocks Palestinian leader from UN meeting in New York for second year in row -- The US State Department extended visa sanctions after accusing Palestinian officials of failing to live up to peace process commitments.

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Algae bloom that crippled Israel's desalination plants raises water security concerns -- The "carpet" of microalgae stopped five of Israel's six desalination plants from working.

1 hour ago

Climate change played role in Nepal-Tibet flood, study finds -- More than 1,400 people were killed and thousands remain missing following the deluge on 26 August.

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India's biggest stock exchange launches mega share sale -- The National Stock Exchange's listing is expected to raise more than $2bn as it goes public on Thursday.

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