Monday, August 24, 2026 8:55 AM ET
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Iran faces 'greatest financial offensive ever', says US treasury secretary -- Scott Bessent says the US will sever all economic ties with the country and that any nation partnering with Iran financially will also be isolated.1 hour ago
King of Norway's health has worsened, palace says -- Norway's King Harald remains in hospital receiving antibiotics for a bloodstream bacterial infection.3 hours ago
Western missiles will help Ukraine - but won't win the war -- UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is handing over blueprints so Kyiv can build its own long-range missiles.4 minutes ago
'Full steam ahead on legacy bill', NI Secretary says -- Sir Chris is visiting Dublin for a series of engagements, meeting with government ministers as well as UK and Irish business representatives.4 minutes ago
LIVE - Burnham says UK will keep supporting Ukraine despite 'outrageous threats' from Russia - The prime minister is handing over blueprints so Kyiv can build its own long-range missiles - Moscow says the UK is "participating in this war".1 hour ago
Nearly three million Teslas recalled in China over hidden door handles -- Other brands affected by the recall include Chinese carmakers XPeng, Xiaomi and Geely.7 hours ago
Russia's second-biggest online retailer targeted in Ukrainian strikes -- Ozon says its warehouses across southern Russia, including in Dagestan and Krasnodar, were hit in the overnight strikes.1 hour ago
Four arrested over suspected poisoning of elephants in Kenya -- An investigation is looking into whether the deaths were caused by pesticides sprayed on tomato crops.1 hour ago
China probes use of formaldehyde to keep cabbages fresh -- Using the carcinogen to preserve food is prohibited in China, the world's largest producer of cabbages.6 hours ago
New Zealand to introduce bill for under-16s social media ban -- The government faces opposition to its proposals from MPs who believe a ban will not work.31 minutes ago
Ex-cricket captains urge 'proper medical care' for Imran Khan -- The former skippers say it is "basic decency" for Pakistan to comply with a court-ordered medical assessment.8 hours ago
Guinea rubbish landfill collapse kills 31 -- A mound of rubbish at a major waste site buried several homes in the capital, the government says.3 hours ago
Divorce, smartphones and control - BBC sees how Taliban run Afghanistan -- Five years after the Taliban's return, the BBC follows senior figures as the group reshapes the country.7 hours ago
'Half my business will be gone' - firms in Canada and US fear trade war -- Business owners in both countries are navigating uncertainty and worry as the tit-for-tat import taxes ratchet up.1 hour ago
Australian shark attack victim grateful for 'second chance at life' -- Leah Stewart was mauled by a shark in June, suffering multiple bites to her arms and legs.11 hours ago
The formidable challenges facing new Tata boss -- Corporate India's most coveted top job is open. But finding a new leader for Tata Sons is no easy task.2 hours ago
Robot boxing, football and sprinting at World Humanoid Games -- The second-edition of the five-day competition kicked off in Beijing, China, on Saturday.23 hours ago
'Scared to death': Thousands evacuate Nevada homes as wildfire spreads -- Tens of thousands of people in the US state have been warned to evacuate as the wildfire spreads in the outskirts of Reno.2 hours ago
What do locals think of IndyCar in Washington DC? -- US President Donald Trump was among hundreds of people who gathered to see the race through Washington DC streets on Sunday.7 hours ago
Watch: Moment humanoid robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m record -- The robot ran the distance in 9.39 seconds at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.1 day ago
Trump Mobile promoted a 'Made in the USA' phone - but the details kept changing -- BBC Verify tracks the changes in design, spec, manufacture and release date of the T1 phone from Trump Mobile.1 day ago
Robot horse and rider steal the spotlight at Chinese conference -- More than 300 companies are showcasing the latest advances in robotics at the five-day event in Beijing, China, organisers say.2 days ago
Burnham to hand long-range missile blueprints to Zelensky as he visits Kyiv -- It comes after Moscow warned of "consequences" over the reported use of British drones by Ukraine.7 hours ago
Nearly 90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada -- The fire has burned around 10,500 acres and is completely uncontained, officials say.3 hours ago
Zambia courts sealed off as election petition deadline looms -- Preparations for President Hakainde Hichilema's second inauguration appear to be continuing.2 hours ago
Dutch broadcaster Avrotros pulls out of 2027 Eurovision Song Contest -- It says contest can no longer be considered neutral while a participating country remains involved in a large-scale military conflict.1 hour ago