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The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.
World News Headlines
- Asha Bhosle: The sound of Bollywood dies aged 92
on April 12, 2026Her infectious voice got fans dancing and singing, becoming the soundtrack for generations of Indians.
- Justin Bieber headlines Coachella with nostalgia-fuelled set
on April 12, 2026The star spent much of the gig singing along to YouTube videos of early hits like Baby and Never say Never.
- After Iran talks falter, the big question is what happens next?
on April 12, 2026Twenty-one hours was not enough to end 47 years of hostility between Iran and the US, writes the BBC's Lyse Doucet.
- Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of hundreds of ceasefire violations
on April 12, 2026Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says his nation's forces would respond "symmetrically" to Russian attacks.
- 'We need real peace': Ukrainians have little faith in Easter truce
on April 12, 2026Easter festivities are muted in Kharkiv as Ukrainians expect fighting to flare up again after a weekend truce.
- The prophet and the mysterious death of Charmain Speirs
on April 12, 2026A BBC Disclosure investigation has uncovered significant questions about what happened at the hotel where Charmain died.
- At least 30 feared dead in crush at Haitian tourist site
on April 12, 2026The incident occurred at a "tourist event attended by many young people", Haiti's prime minister says.
- Prosecutor probes abuse claims against California governor candidate Swalwell
on April 12, 2026The high-profile Democrat, a leading contender in California's governor race, firmly denies the accusations.
- How Hungary's knife-edge election could impact the US and Russia
on April 12, 2026The BBC's Europe Editor Katya Adler reports from Prime Minister Victor Orbán's home town of Felscút.
- Why this disillusioned Trump voter spends hours searching Epstein files
on April 12, 2026Many who support the president have expressed frustration with how Trump's former attorney general Pam Bondi handled the Epstein files.
- India refuses to criminalise marital rape. This new series shines a light on it
on April 12, 2026Chiraiya, which has drawn an audience of millions, has prompted conversations on social media around consent and misogyny.
- We spoke to the man making viral Lego-style AI videos for Iran. Experts say it's powerful propaganda
on April 11, 2026"Slopaganda" is too weak a term to capture how powerful this "highly sophisticated" content is, one expert says.
- Iran war lands 'triple blow' to flood-ravaged Sri Lankans
on April 11, 2026The Iran war could not have come at a worse time for Sri Lanka, reeling from devastating floods and an economic crisis.
- 'It's a special thing to be on Planet Earth': Artemis crew welcomed home in Houston
on April 11, 2026The four astronauts flew around the Moon in a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans in history.
- Irish cabinet meeting to be held to discuss ongoing fuel protests
on April 11, 2026Hundreds of petrol stations in the Republic of Ireland have run out of fuel as the protests and blockades continued for a fifth day.
- Germany's far-right AfD adopts 'radical' manifesto ahead of key polls
on April 11, 2026The far-right party is riding high in the opinion polls in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt.
- Knifeman calling himself 'Lucifer' slashes three at NYC's Grand Central
on April 11, 2026Police fatally shot the assailant after he ignored at least 20 demands to drop the weapon, NYPD says.
- Coachella kicks off with Sabrina Carpenter and surprise guests
on April 11, 2026The festival in California was also forced to cancel a set by DJ Anyma on Friday because of strong winds.
- Trump unveils giant gold-accented victory arch design for US capital
on April 11, 2026The new monument, if approved, would be taller than the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial.
- Nearly 400 sentenced in Nigeria for links to militant Islamists
on April 11, 2026Judges handed down sentences ranging from five years to life imprisonment following mass trials.
- Still in shock, Beirut tries to heal after deadly Israeli attacks
on April 11, 2026BBC Middle East Correspondent Hugo Bachega hears from people affected by this week's attacks.
- Djibouti's president wins unprecedented sixth term with 97.8% of vote
on April 11, 2026Ismail Omar Guelleh, 78, has extended his already 27-year rule in a poll boycotted by the main opposition candidates.
- 'You are my god', Japan's PM tells British rock band Deep Purple
on April 11, 2026Hard rock enthusiast Sanae Takaichi beamed as she met the rockers in her Tokyo office.
- Artemis crew home safely after completing historic mission to the Moon
on April 11, 2026Four astronauts splashed down in the Pacific after a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans.
- Concerns after satellite provider restricts Iran images following US pressure
on April 11, 2026Planet Labs says it is restricting coverage of Iran and parts of the Middle East indefinitely.
- This idyllic US town was full of police families - and a serial killer in their midst
on April 11, 2026For years, rumours swirled about who could be behind the bodies being discovered on the shores of Gilgo Beach.
- Artemis II mission was a triumph - now comes the hard part
on April 11, 2026The mission was almost flawless but there are considerable obstacles ahead before a Moon landing.
- Melania Trump: 'I never had a relationship with Epstein'
on April 9, 2026Watch the first lady's full statement from the White House as she addresses her links to the late sex offender.
- Watch: BBC asks Artemis II crew a question in space
on April 9, 2026The BBC’s Science Editor Rebecca Morelle has spoken to the Artemis II crew ahead of their likely splashdown on Saturday.