Terrorism & Security

Cyber attack disrupts swath of US universities and schools nationwide

A hacking group breached the academic software Canvas, used by thousands of schools and universities acrosst the US

BBC World News May 8, 2026
Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Three dead after volcano erupts on Indonesian island

Officials had previously issued warnings on climbing the active volcano due to safety concerns.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor's Trump grave post

The Star Wars actor apologised and deleted the post, which contained an AI image of the president in a shallow grave.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor's Trump grave post

The Star Wars actor apologised and deleted the post, which contained an AI image of the president in a shallow grave.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

US jet fuel could be used in Europe to ease possible shortages

The price of jet fuel most European airlines currently use has jumped by half since the start of the war.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

South Africa president faces call to resign after court ruling

The Constitutional Court says MPs were was wrong to block impeachment proceedings against Cyril Ramaphosa.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaching Victory Day ceasefire

The two sides report responding to hundreds of drone attacks, just hours into a truce to cover celebrations of the Sovie...

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Three dead after volcano erupts on Indonesian island

Officials had previously issued warnings on climbing the active volcano due to safety concerns.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait

US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Ethiopian woman's joy at rare quintuplets after 12 years trying for a baby

The woman, 35, says she was praying for a baby and was "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five at once".

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Rebel Wilson accused of 'complete revision of history' as defamation case closes

The Bridesmaids star claims an actress retracted a complaint about sexual harassment by a producer.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Rebel Wilson accused of 'complete revision of history' as defamation case closes

The Bridesmaids star claims an actress retracted a complaint about sexual harassment by a producer.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, UK government says

The patient is on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, which was visited by the cruise ship in April.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, UK government says

The patient is on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, which was visited by the cruise ship in April.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity

A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

From oil giants to banks - these companies are making billions from Iran war

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

From oil giants to banks - these companies are making billions from Iran war

Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty

Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty

Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension

The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension

The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension

The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt

Parents who have outstanding debt of more than $2,500 (€1,844) in child support payments could be impacted.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait

US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire in Strait of Hormuz

Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas.

Terrorism & Security May 7, 2026

USAF Is Going To Explore What Will Finally Replace The B-52

The USAF plans to keep its B-52s until they are nearly a century old, but they cannot fly forever, and costs are already...

Terrorism & Security May 7, 2026

'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia'

Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.

Terrorism & Security May 7, 2026

Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity

A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.

Terrorism & Security May 7, 2026

Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US

Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.

Terrorism & Security May 7, 2026

One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does

A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.