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BBC News

France's government under pressure after weekend of widespread violence

Political tension grips France after rioting marred protests over the cost of living and struggling public services, Katya Adler writes.

(Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:46:54 -0400)

Funding shortages force World Food Programme to cut aid to Gaza

The number of people helped by the UN agency in the Palestinian territory will drop by about a third - from 1.6 million to 1.1 million.

(Mon, 19 Oct 2026 02:00:18 -0400)

Inside the shadowy world of anti-Putin sabotage from within Russia

Two men tell of the work they say they have been doing to support Ukrainian intelligence during the war.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 20:06:25 -0400)

Major fire at Canada military base leaves four dead, dozens injured

Prime Minister Carney said military and emergency crews fought the flames throughout the night in "some of the worst conditions imaginable".

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 19:06:09 -0400)

Trump says suspension of Russia sanctions is to keep peace negotiations going

The US president blocked numerous sanctions on Russia two days before they were due to take effect.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 19:20:15 -0400)

Kenya pastor accused of ordering parents to starve their children to death faces verdict

Prosecutors say Paul Mackenzie lured the latest victims to their deaths by writing notes from his prison cell.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 23:44:02 -0400)

Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff survives shooting attempt in Mumbai

Videos showed gunmen firing shots at Shroff's car while it was moving slowly past a crowd.

(Mon, 19 Oct 2026 03:35:06 -0400)

Bomb threat forces Israel to Austria flight into emergency landing

The Airbus jet landed safely in Bulgaria and all passengers and crew aboard were unharmed, officials said.

(Mon, 19 Oct 2026 02:29:55 -0400)

Cindy Crawford 'beyond heartbroken' after death of son Presley at 27

Presley Gerber's death in September is being investigated as a suspected overdose.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:53:27 -0400)

Anthropic says it will commit 5% of its shares to 'public benefit fund'

The announcement comes as Anthropic lays the ground for a blockbuster stock market listing.

(Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:30:59 -0400)

EU tariffs aimed at China hitting Ukraine, steel boss says

The boss of one of Ukraine's biggest steel companies says the country has been "bundled together" in measures aimed at curbing cheap imports.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 19:28:45 -0400)

Australian Greens senator denies claims of misconduct towards women

Jordon Steele-John says the timing of the claims is motivated by "nasty political games" within the Greens.

(Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:54:25 -0400)

Oil facilities hit in deadly overnight attack on St Petersburg

At least one person was killed in the strikes, which also hit a data centre used by Russia's equivalent of Facebook.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:46:10 -0400)

Search for Amelia Earhart's plane resumes after stormy weather

An expedition to a remote Pacific island hoping to uncover the American aviator's wreckage was on hold for three days.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:47:07 -0400)

European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank

The Israeli military condemns the violence but the prime minister's office says it is part of a "smear" campaign.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 08:16:14 -0400)

Anti-government protesters battle with police in Albania

There were violent clashes between demonstrators and riot police throughout Saturday in the capital Tirana.

(Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:53:00 -0400)

A wave of homemade, synthetic drugs sweeps US and deepens crisis

BBC News hears from users, dealers, prison and recovery workers as the country battles with a deadly new drug epidemic.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 01:04:31 -0400)

'Very upsetting': Residents in shock after historic French town hall set alight

A historic town hall in the French city of Limoges has been damaged in an apparent arson attack following a day of nationwide protests

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:22:51 -0400)

Photos show luxury boat with 50m pool and water slides near Kim Jong Un's summer retreat

Satellite images give clues about how Kim spends his holidays - something far out of reach for most North Koreans.

(Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:09:50 -0400)

The uncertain future of Canada's 30 rescued belugas

An international rescue operation for the last 30 captive whales in Canada made headlines. Then five of them died.

(Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:18:08 -0400)

Toxic algorithms wouldn't let them go - now Australia wants an off switch

The Australian government hopes to protect social media users from being served content they don't want to see.

(Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:11:29 -0400)

A thousand slogans echoed here - but it could be the end for iconic Delhi protest site

Jantar Mantar, an 18th Century site almost synonymous with demonstrations in Delhi, has been denotified as a protest site.

(Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:41:58 -0400)

Trial of German steakhouse heiress that sparked a huge spy scandal

For 15 months, a high-security courtroom in Hamburg has been hearing the case of Christina Block, accused of ordering the abduction of her children.

(Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:07:18 -0400)

Inside Ukrainian offensive pushing Russia back - with Starlink playing a key role

The BBC joins Ukraine's Operation Vivaldi as it regains crucial territory in the Donbas, but optimism has been dampened by souring relations with President Trump.

(Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:30 -0400)

Inside Chicago's battle against the synthetic drugs flooding the US

The BBC's Quentin Sommerville reports from Chicago, where communities are battling a new wave of synthetic drugs.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:00:22 -0400)

Pope Leo XIV thanks wellwishers in first event after cancer surgery

The Pope's first event since his lung cancer diagnosis and surgery saw him recite the traditional Angelus prayer from the balcony of the Apostolic Palace.

(Sun, 18 Oct 2026 07:09:32 -0400)

Watch: Shops looted and restaurants gutted in Paris riots

Violence broke out across France, with more than half a million people taking to the streets over the weekend.

(Mon, 19 Oct 2026 02:40:35 -0400)

How day of protests unfolded as disorder breaks out across France

Demonstrations across the country turned violent, with cars and buildings set alight and shops ransacked.

(Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:33:17 -0400)

Watch: Will Ukraine get the support needed as tensions with US rise?

Zelensky thanked the "real leaders" ahead of a meeting with the EU in Brussels.

(Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:45:10 -0400)