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World News Headlines
- Trump denies limiting Ukraine access to Starlink network
on October 16, 2026Speed curbs limited Ukraine's defences against deadly Russian attacks on Tuesday night.
- What we learned from heated US midterm Senate debates
on October 16, 2026As the 3 November election approaches and both parties fight for control of Congress, some clear themes have emerged.
- Toxic algorithms wouldn't let them go - now Australia wants an off switch
on October 16, 2026Australia has proposed a switch to force social media platforms to let users turn off recommended content.
- Inside Ukrainian offensive pushing Russia back - with Starlink playing a key role
on October 16, 2026The 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.
- Watch: Will Ukraine get the support needed as tensions with US rise?
on October 16, 2026Zelensky thanked the "real leaders" ahead of a meeting with the EU in Brussels.
- Patients in chains rescued from suspected illegal rehab centre in South Africa
on October 16, 2026Some of the 200 patients were found with "sores all over their bodies" and in overcrowded rooms.
- Pope pictured for first time since surgery and cancer diagnosis
on October 16, 2026The pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer after having surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Tuesday.
- Albanian protests turn violent: What we know
on October 16, 2026Albania's capital Tirana has seen months of protests from an anti-government "Flamingo" movement, but what started on Tuesday this week was on a different scale.
- Palestinians and US journalist injured by Israeli settlers in West Bank harvest attack
on October 16, 2026The BBC sees masked settlers attack Palestinians trying to harvest olives, amid a surge in similar incidents.
- Dad fined after son, 2, died in Cyprus hotel fall
on October 16, 2026Joshua Foster "lost control" of his son while showing him the view of a water park from a window.
- Watch: Did Tesla really just unveil a flying car?
on October 16, 2026Tesla CEO Elon Musk showcased the vehicle at a facility owned by his SpaceX company, which helped develop the model.
- India's 'cockroach' party founder detained ahead of protest
on October 16, 2026The youth-led movement had called for a Delhi protest after mass detentions last week and the jailing of two leaders.
- Israeli settlers attack Palestinians in West Bank during olive harvest
on October 16, 2026Israeli settlers were seen attacking Palestinian farmers and setting fire to olive trees in the West Bank.
- China tells Israel to stop 'forced establishment' of West Bank settlements
on October 16, 2026Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke to Israeli President Isaac Herzog on the sidelines of a conference.
- 'It's really hard to believe' - How Oregon primary school shooting unfolded
on October 16, 2026Three children aged 5, 8 and 11 and a teacher were killed after a 16-year-old suspect opened fire in the city of Bend, local police say.
- Ship attack reports near Hormuz reach record high as oil exports slow
on October 16, 2026BBC Verify analysis of data from a UK maritime agency shows 12 vessels were struck in a week.
- They fled Russia, but the West sent them back
on October 16, 2026Over the past year there has been a stark rise in anti-government activists deported to Russia from the EU and US where they were seeking refuge.
- Houthi missile attack on Yemeni presidential palace kills five, minister says
on October 15, 2026Yemen's information minister says the prime minister and other ministers were unhurt when ballistic missiles hit al-Maashiq Palace.
- Tip-off foiled US teen suspect's plot to attack Hindu temple, police say
on October 15, 2026The alleged plot only failed because the 19-year-old suspect's gun jammed outside the place of worship, say police.
- Are student protests being manipulated ahead of France's presidential election?
on October 15, 2026France's prime minister has suggested that student anger is being weaponised, as the unions and other protesters prepare to take to the streets too.
- Letters with 'suspicious substances' sent to US senators and election offices
on October 15, 2026A number of states have confirmed they were targeted by the mailings, including Oklahoma, Ohio and Louisiana.
- Bus hits train stopped on French side of Channel Tunnel, with 19 injured
on October 15, 2026Two people were airlifted to hospital but no-one's life appeared to be in danger, officials said.
- Trump calls off livestream of Fort Hood attacker's execution by firing squad
on October 15, 2026Trump said some would "rather not watch" the killing of Nidal Hasan, the first military execution in over 60 years.
- Watch: What does Starlink have to do with the Ukraine-Russia war?
on October 15, 2026Ukraine's president has told Elon Musk that any restriction on the Starlink's system cost lives.
- Maduro pleads not guilty to new torture-related charges in New York
on October 15, 2026"I reject this document entirely," Maduro said in court, responding to newly added torture-related charges.
- Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking oil refinery after Zelensky says strikes to resume
on October 15, 2026Ukraine's president says a pause on striking energy sites is over following fresh Russian attacks.
- School headscarf ban sparks rare protests in Azerbaijan and row with Turkey
on October 15, 2026Protests have taken place over the rules which have seen pupils wearing hijabs turned away from schools.
- At least 33 pupils and teacher killed after school roof collapses in Pakistan
on October 15, 2026Children were buried under the debris after the roof crashed through three classrooms, police say.
- Seven crew missing after drone attack leaves tanker ablaze off Romania's coast
on October 15, 2026A search and rescue operation is under way in the Black Sea after the latest attack in the area.
- Why is Starlink internet so important on the battlefield in Ukraine?
on October 15, 2026It is the "backbone of military communications in Ukraine" that provides vital high-speed internet to forces across the country.