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The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.
World News Headlines
- Three killed after LA news helicopter crashes while covering deadly bus collision
on September 16, 2026The NBCLA news helicopter was flying near the scene of a fatal bus crash.
- OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firms
on September 16, 2026Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.
- US limits visas for South African officials over alleged anti-white discrimination
on September 16, 2026Secretary of State Marco Rubio says South Africa has not addressed US concerns over racial inequality.
- Runaway horse captured by police on motorbikes
on September 16, 2026The unharmed horse escaped from its owner before the start of a parade in New Mexico
- All support acts on Ed Sheeran's US tour quit after Macklemore dropped
on September 16, 2026The star said he was not responsible for Macklemore being dropped from the line-up after he made pro-Palestinian statements on stage.
- Five takeaways from Canada's push to woo the world's richest investors
on September 15, 2026A $1tn sales pitch, more than 160 projects on offer, pivot to the EU amid a bitter trade war with the US - takeaways from the first Canada Investment Summit.
- Iran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirms
on September 15, 2026The inspector also found a bottleneck in resupply, despite President Donald Trump's claims that US supplies are "virtually limitless".
- Nigeria arrests alleged Mexican drug kingpin at international airport
on September 15, 2026Arturo Carrera Loaiza denies allegations he was involved in meth production, the Nigerian authorities say.
- South African president vows justice as more women's bodies found near Johannesburg
on September 15, 2026Police have not linked the deaths to a serial killer but are investigating this possibility.
- British woman abducted in Malawi, police say
on September 15, 2026The mother of two young children was kidnapped in the middle of the day in the main city, Blantyre.
- Warning of space arms race as US confirms weapons in Earth's orbit
on September 15, 2026The BBC's defence correspondent Jonathan Beale explains what an arms race in space might look like - and what it could mean for us on the ground.
- Suspected sabotage causes major Netherlands rail disruption
on September 15, 2026Trains were cancelled or delayed on Tuesday after objects were found on tracks at multiple locations.
- Two sailors missing after tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz, Oman says
on September 15, 2026Iran says El Gaia caught fire after hitting mines, but the US says the oil tanker was struck by a missile and then a drone.
- Ash from Mount Etna grounds flights at Sicily airport
on September 15, 2026All flights are suspended from one of Italy's busiest airports until Tuesday night.
- What weapon could the US have put into space?
on September 15, 2026The announcement by the US points to a developing field of modern warfare in the Earth's orbit.
- Satellite image reveals major damage that shut crucial Saudi oil pipeline
on September 15, 2026Experts tell BBC Verify the pipeline's closure could cut oil supplies by as much as 3.6 million barrels per day.
- More than 100,000 people in Japan are now aged 100 or older
on September 15, 2026Figures show 88% of the centenarians are women as the population continues to age and shrink.
- Colombian ex-foreign minister charged over nanny's lie detector test
on September 15, 2026Laura Sarabia is accused of ordering police to interrogate her nanny after cash allegedly went missing from her flat.
- Denmark says Russian warship fired flares at military helicopter
on September 15, 2026The Danish prime minister has accused Russia of "reckless" behaviour, while the Kremlin is yet to comment.
- Nato jets down drone that entered Lithuanian airspace
on September 15, 2026The origin of the drone is currently unknown, but authorities say it likely entered Lithuania from neighbouring Belarus, an ally of Russia.
- Superstars and broken records: 2026 Emmy highlights
on September 15, 2026The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were hosted by Law & Order star Mariska Hargitay at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.
- Ukraine's postal workers deliver lifeline under Russian fire
on September 15, 2026The state post service delivers pensions, medicine and letters to people just miles from the front.
- Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes Emmy Awards history with double win
on September 15, 2026He becomes the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the prestigious TV ceremony.
- AI regulation faces political deadlock as calls grow for Congress to act
on September 15, 2026With Trump opposed and Congress divided, new safety legislation on AI is unlikely to pass anytime soon despite mounting pressure.
- Mass nesting brings swarms of turtles to Mexican beach
on September 15, 2026Thousands of turtles arrived at La Escobilla beach in Oaxaca within 48 hours, sanctuary officials said.
- Donald Trump Jr and Bettina Trump say Putin ally paid for some wedding festivities as a 'gift'
on September 14, 2026An Instagram post from the couple said two nights of their wedding festivities in the Bahamas were partially funded by Umar Kremlev.
- Legendary costume designer Bob Mackie dies aged 87
on September 14, 2026The "Sultan of Sequins" created iconic and dazzling costumes for stars including Cher, Tina Turner and Elton John.
- Wild dogs record 2,500-mile trek across Zambia in search of a mate
on September 14, 2026Scientists say the record-breaking journey by three brothers offers hope wildlife can survive growing pressures.
- Questions mount over what an AI 'slowdown' would look like
on September 13, 2026While pacing AI development might sound like a quick fix, it is far from an easy solution.
- Russians seek answers over hundreds missing after Ukraine's 2024 incursion
on September 12, 2026Officials say more than 300 Russians remain missing after the 2024 Kursk offensive, but no-one really knows the true figure.