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World News Headlines
- Zambia's Hichilema re-elected president as main rival in hiding over alleged threats
on August 18, 2026Hakainde Hichilema says he was “truly humbled” by the victory and promised to work for all Zambians.
- Russia warns UK will pay for supplying drones to Ukraine
on August 18, 2026Russia accuses the UK of escalating the Ukraine war after British-made drones were used, but the MoD says it stands against Russian aggression.
- Hayden Panettiere's ex Wladimir Klitschko says family in 'profound shock and grief'
on August 18, 2026The former heavyweight boxing champion shares a child with the Heroes actress, who died on Sunday.
- IVF staff accused of misleading UK parents about sperm and egg donors in northern Cyprus
on August 18, 2026Multiple children are feared to have been conceived using sperm and egg donors which were not the ones selected by the parents.
- Indian student leader ends hunger strike after 16 days
on August 18, 2026Devendra Nath Mahto was part of a larger protest which began weeks ago, demanding exam reforms in Jharkhand state.
- China censors public mourning as it holds former premier's funeral
on August 18, 2026While hailing Zhu’s legacy, authorities are wary that the nostalgia could lead to criticisms of Xi’s rule.
- Doctors remove 3.1kg stone from man's bladder and claim record
on August 18, 2026The bladder stone, which weighs as much as a full-term baby, is believed to be the largest on record.
- Tupac murder trial: 'All hell broke loose' night of rapper's shooting, witness says
on August 18, 2026After he was shot multiple times, Tupac Shakur refused to cooperate with police and told an officer "we'll take care of it", an officer testified.
- What it's like to be on a warship like the USS Abraham Lincoln
on August 18, 2026Concerns have mounted about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed since 11 December.
- Inside secret police warehouse as Germany targets small boats gangs
on August 18, 2026German authorities seize dinghies and life jackets during their first raids under a new law that cracks down on smuggling.
- Why Indian law students don't want top judge at their graduation ceremony
on August 18, 2026Students from two premier law universities say they don't want Chief Justice Surya Kant to attend their convocations.
- Watch: What we learned from opening statements in Tupac murder trial
on August 18, 2026The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil breaks down the key arguments as the long-awaited trial gets under way.
- Student killed in Philippines Catholic school shooting
on August 18, 2026The alleged shooter, also a student, later took his own life.
- Watch: Why has Trump shifted on North Korea?
on August 17, 2026Trump said the US will "substantially reduce" joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his "very good relationship" with Kim Jong Un.
- How a goat given as a graduation gift went viral
on August 17, 2026Described as calm character, Promise Okoro's goat loves fried rice and has become celebrated locally.
- Norway's king admitted to hospital and put on sick leave
on August 17, 2026The 89-year-old - one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs - is suffering from a rare blood condition.
- Trump threatens to bomb US ally Oman if it 'gets in the way' over Iran deal
on August 17, 2026Trump's threat on Oman, which has been holding its own talks with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, comes as a 60-day window for peace negotiations expires.
- Trump says US to reduce military drills with South Korea after it stayed out of Iran war
on August 17, 2026Trump cites his "very good relationship" with North Korea's leader in deciding to downsize the exercises.
- Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is appealing - here's what you need to know
on August 17, 2026The Australian, who notoriously poisoned her family members, is trying to overturn her conviction.
- French PM heckled over wildfire response as blazes continue across Europe
on August 17, 2026The prime minister announced on Monday €12m worth of aid to French regions that had been worst affected by the fires.
- Russia's prominent anti-war politician jailed for 11 years
on August 17, 2026Lev Schlosberg is found guilty of "discrediting" Russia's army - a verdict he condemns as punishment for his political position.
- US hiker dies after being struck by lightning on Mount Etna
on August 17, 2026The 30-year-old was on the active volcano when a thunderstorm developed, local media report.
- 'I want my brother back' - Tupac’s brother tells BBC murder trial won’t bring justice
on August 16, 2026The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil sat down with Mopreme Shakur ahead of the trial for his brother and late rapper's 1996 murder.
- 'Ghana was the crime scene': The country leading the demand for slavery reparations
on August 16, 2026Ghana has become Africa's leading voice in telling the world that Western nations owe reparations
- BBC visits smouldering Kyiv market after Russian strikes
on August 16, 2026Six people were injured in the strike on the market selling second-hand records, posters, toys and tools.
- Why is Australia's mushroom killer back in court this week?
on August 15, 2026The BBC’s Katy Watson explains why triple-murderer Erin Patterson is back in court this week trying to overturn her conviction.