Terrorism & Security
One man's hunger strike changed India's map. Can it still change politics?
Why hunger strikes still shape Indian politics, from Gandhi to Sonam Wangchuk.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
I thought we'd grow old together, says band leader whose girlfriend died in Thai bar inferno
Athipat Wichan tells BBC Thai he regrets bringing his girlfriend Nahathai into his indie band Thotsakan.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
As heatwaves strike, Europeans turn to prized Chinese air-conditioner
Previously little-known in Europe, the Midea PortaSplit has become a household name this summer.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Blasts reported in Iran as US launches new wave of strikes
The US says its attacks aim to "further degrade Iranian military capabilities", as fighting continued for the sixth day ...
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
JD Vance accuses Israel of 'manipulating' US public opinion to prolong Iran war
The US vice president says he thinks some Israeli politicians are trying to detail efforts to end the conflict.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Pele's 1958 World Cup final shirt sells for $4.9m
A shirt worn by Pele during the 1958 World Cup final has sold for $4.9m (£3.6m) at a Sotheby's auction in New York.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Marines Used Anti-Drone Netting During Recent Logistics Exercise
Across the globe, more militaries are relying on mesh netting to protect against the growing threat of small drones. The...
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Mary Jo, mother of Kardashian matriarch Kris Jenner, dies aged 91
Mary Jo Campbell was featured on multiple episodes of Keeping Up with the Kardashians over the years.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
White House teleprompter operator accused of making $100k off Trump speech bets
A White House staffer has been accused of using inside knowledge of speeches to make nearly $100,000 on Kalshi.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
White House teleprompter operator accused of making $100k off Trump speech bets
A White House staffer has been accused of using inside knowledge of speeches to make nearly $100,000 on Kalshi.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Watch: What to know as Genoa bridge disaster trial ends
More than 50 defendants have been on trial in Italy over the 2018 bridge collapse which killed 43 people.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Fifa 'assessing reports' over Falklands banner
Fifa is "assessing the match reports" before deciding whether to punish Argentina after players held a banner in support...
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
UK Unveils Storm Fighter Loyal Wingman Program
The new initiative revives Britain’s collaborative combat aircraft ambitions and is intended to fly alongside Typhoon,...
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
At least one dead in Texas floods ravaging same area where campers died
The same area devastated by floods last year - causing more than 130 deaths, including those at Camp Mystic - is once ag...
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Italian officials handed jail terms for Genoa bridge disaster that killed 43
The ex-head of Italy's motorway operator Giovanni Castellucci was handed a 12-year term over the 2018 bridge collapse.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
At least 1 dead in Texas floods ravaging same area where campers died
The same area devastated by floods last year - causing more than 130 deaths - is once again being targeted by life-threa...
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Navy Wants 1,000 Mile Combat Radius For Carrier Based Tactical Drone Fleets
The range requirement offers the first real window into the capabilities the Navy wants for its future carrier-based tac...
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
'Moment of joy' as Uganda discharges last Ebola patient
The good news from Uganda comes as the WHO chief warns the virus in DR Congo is spreading fast.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Zelensky's removal of popular defence minister sparks protests in Ukraine
A rift between Fedorov and Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi was apparently at the heart of Zelensky's decision.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
How bad are Canadian and US wildfires, and what is the air quality risk?
Wildfires in Ontario have blanketed US and Canadian cities with dangerous smoke.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
JD Vance says Welsh castle was 'coolest thing I've ever seen'
The US Vice-President writes in his new book that a visit to north Wales in 2013 changed his perspective.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Watch: What we know about newly discovered monkey species
New monkey species hailed as 'amazing discovery' by conservationist.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Teenager accused of carrying out sabotage actions in Poland for Russia
Polish security services say the aim was to incite ethnic tensions between Poland and Ukraine.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Teenager accused of carrying out sabotage actions in Poland for Russia
Polish security services say the aim was to incite ethnic tensions between Poland and Ukraine.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Italian officials handed jail terms for Genoa bridge disaster that killed 43
The ex-head of Italy's motorway operator Giovanni Castellucci was handed a 12-year term over the 2018 bridge collapse.
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
'A true miracle of destiny' - Messi and Yamal's incredible first meeting
BBC Sport explores a bond between two world-class footballers from different generations who appear bound by destiny
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Volunteer firefighter suspected of starting devastating France forest fire
President Macron said there would be no leniency for arsonists, as France - along with much of Europe - deals with a ser...
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
Volunteer firefighter suspected of starting devastating France forest fire
President Macron said there would be no leniency for arsonists, as France - along with much of Europe - deals with a ser...
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
US strikes first tanker with missiles as it enforces new blockade
The US military targeted an unladen oil tanker which it said was heading for the key Iranian oil terminal on Kharg islan...
Terrorism & Security
Jul 16, 2026
More than 800 Canadian wildfires burning as air quality alerts extend to US
The air quality in large parts of Michigan, Minneapolis and Minnesota is deemed "hazardous" by authorities.