Wednesday, August 05, 2026 10:01 PM ET
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After deadly Kyiv strike, Ukraine warns interceptor shortage is costing lives -- Without Patriot interceptors, Ukraine's skies are wide open and people are fully exposed to Russia's missile barrages.7 hours ago
Why some scientists are thrilled that a SpaceX rocket has crashed into the Moon -- While the collision was an accident, it is a unique scientific gift for planetary geologists that could provide important data for future space missions.9 hours ago
Waste workers help winner find binned €1m lottery ticket in Italy -- The player only realised they binned the life-changing ticket after family told them the numbers he played for years had been drawn.8 hours ago
Infantino sorry for errors but stays Fifa president -- Gianni Infantino will remain as Fifa president after receiving the backing of senior executives, but "sincerely apologises" for errors made in his controversial private investment plans.2 hours ago
Ex-leader Hasina gambles on return to Bangladesh despite death penalty -- The 78-year-old has been convicted of crimes against humanity over a deadly crackdown on a 2024 uprising.6 hours ago
Youth protests have weakened Modi, Indian activist who went on hunger strike tells BBC -- The "cockroach" movement was one of the biggest public displays of dissent against India's prime minister in years.5 hours ago
UN rights chief alarmed by rise in Iran executions since March -- Volker Türk says 56 people have been executed on national security-related charges, including 27 in cases linked to January's protests.11 hours ago
South Africa plans new rules on ex-leaders' foreign trips after Zuma's visit to India -- Jacob Zuma was pictured with a businessmen allegedly at the heart of a corruption scandal in South Africa10 hours ago
Mexican influencer shot dead during livestream -- César Gastélum, who was known for comedy and lifestyle posts, was killed at close range by a man on a motorbike.12 hours ago
El-Sayed's victory sends tremors through Democratic Party -- His win in Michigan sets up a high-stakes contest in November, testing a left-wing candidate's popularity in a swing state.10 hours ago
'My grandmother subjected my baby to female genital mutilation behind my back' -- In Colombia, where FGM is still practised by some members of an indigenous group, a landmark bill banning the practice has been enacted.1 day ago
The avalanche that killed a climbing legend - and a generation of record-setting guides -- Their fellow guides say their deaths in Pakistan dealt a devastating blow to Nepal's mountaineering community.1 day ago
'I feel like I dug my own grave': The workers caught in the AI transition -- AI is reshaping the Philippines' outsourcing industry, raising questions over the future of the industry.1 day ago
'I was slut-shamed' - Indian women 'cockroach' protesters doxxed and abused -- Women tell the BBC how they were harassed for participating in the CJP protest and posting about it online.1 day ago
Watch: 'Scariest night' as Ukraine fails to intercept Russian attack -- Kyiv's depleted air defences meant many of the missiles were not intercepted - like the one that hit Anastasiia's home.6 hours ago
Record heatwave in South Korea as temperatures soar to 42.5C -- There have been at least 19 deaths related to the heatwave which has brought the country's hottest day since records began.14 hours ago
Ukrainian vegetable seller targeted in 'human safari' drone attack -- A video shows a Russian drone pursuing a street vendor in the Kherson region before exploding.1 day ago
Watch: Evacuations as Guatemala volcano erupts -- The Fuego volcano is located near Escuintla, Chimaltenango, and Sacatepéquez.1 day ago
Moment pilot caught with 70,000 ecstasy pills at Indonesian airport -- A Malaysian pilot was arrested at Jakarta airport after being found with around four stone (26kg) of drugs hidden in his luggage.1 day ago
Women in the team, which is recognised by Fifa, say football has given them freedom and independence.48 minutes ago
The meat has never been more expensive, due to supply shortages, but no-one is making more money.48 minutes ago
As weather events become more extreme, fake videos are being shared rapidly online, and it's causing real world problems in China.48 minutes ago
A rocket is believed to have crashed into the Moon, forming a new crater - but why haven't images been released yet?48 minutes ago
The account, filled with "uncensored marmot content", has generated over $5,000 in tips since it was launched.48 minutes ago
Armstrong's dreams of flying took off at this Ohio house as a boy, before he eventually became the first man to walk on the Moon in 1969.48 minutes ago
Lebanon's health ministry says one person was killed in the strikes, which the Israeli military says were a response to a Hezbollah ceasefire violation.48 minutes ago
The drone was found near Ukrainian cargo planes before another object collided with a cargo aircraft in mid-air.48 minutes ago
It represents roughly 60% of all tariff revenue collected under the policy, with billions still to be repaid.48 minutes ago