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- Zelensky says US intelligence sharing 'works now' after talks with Trump envoy in Oslo
on October 20, 2026Ukraine had accused the US of withholding key intelligence - a claim rejected as "scandalous" by Washington.
- Trump and Zelensky appear at loggerheads despite Oslo optimism
on October 20, 2026The Ukrainian leader's hug with Steve Witkoff in the Norwegian capital is unlikely to dispel misgivings about US policy towards his country, writes Paul Adams.
- Trump sued over Canadian tariffs in latest legal challenge
on October 20, 2026The lawsuit argues the White House exceeded its authority in imposing the latest tariffs on the country and caused "immediate harm to American businesses".
- Sudan army drones hit mourners and fuel market killing more than 300 people, sources say
on October 20, 2026A truck carrying people to a funeral and a market alleged to be supplying fuel to the RSF were targeted.
- 'Great result for Canada', says Carney as Alberta votes to reject separatism
on October 20, 2026The Canadian province has voted overwhelmingly to remain part of Canada, though deep political divisions endure.
- Suspect arrested after historic town hall set alight - French media
on October 20, 2026The spire of the clock tower at Limoges city hall dramatically collapsed as it was engulfed in flames on Saturday.
- Swimmer, 65, killed in shark attack off South Africa's east coast
on October 20, 2026Janine Lochrenberg, 65, was out on her daily morning swim with her club when she was attacked, her family tell the BBC.
- Houthi missile strike on Yemen camp kills 73 security recruits, local authorities say
on October 20, 2026Three missiles hit a camp in government-controlled Shabwa province on Monday that was being used as a training centre, Yemen's army says.
- Huge setback for Alberta's separatist movement after decisive defeat
on October 20, 2026Leaders of the movement for independence vow to push on but the margin of defeat could make that difficult.
- Kenya cult leader's children still being starved weeks before trial, son says
on October 20, 2026Dan Mackenzie initially defended his father but now says he felt he had to report his own grandmother.
- Marseille braces for more unrest after protests give way to 'apocalyptic' disorder
on October 20, 2026France's second city saw some of the worst violence as chaos gripped the country on Saturday.
- North Korea publishes photos of Kim Jong Un - why do rumours of his death keep coming back?
on October 20, 2026North Korean state media has published photos of the dictator with his daughter after the unsubstantiated rumour spread.
- Man charged with attack on Australian MP as suspect's father says she is family friend
on October 20, 2026Brendan Nugent's family say they have known Helen Haines, who remains in a critical condition, for more than 20 years.
- Why Israeli Gen Z voters are drawn to the far right
on October 20, 2026More than half a million young people will cast their ballots in Israel next week - and they could make all the difference.
- How is the US economy really doing under President Trump?
on October 20, 2026Ahead of the midterms Trump has boasted about the performance of the US economy. BBC Verify looks at inflation, jobs and economic growth in the country.
- Tourist found guilty after stealing Las Vegas flamingo from enclosure
on October 20, 2026The man testified that he snatched Peachy from its enclosure at the Flamingo hotel and casino after drinking 30 to 40 beers, but did not mean any harm.
- Seventh day of violent clashes between Albanian protesters and police
on October 20, 2026Almost 300 people have been injured, more than half of them police, as violent anti-government demonstrations show no sign of easing.
- Deadly fire at Canada military base moved a kilometre 'in 30 to 60 seconds'
on October 20, 2026The blaze that killed four men and injured dozens of others spread with alarming speed, accounts suggest.
- US church on front line of battle against drug known as 'tranq'
on October 20, 2026Synthetic opioids like fentanyl are more powerful and in plentiful supply, and they have transformed the drugs landscape.
- Morocco's first female prime minister caught between the king, clerics, and feminists
on October 19, 2026Will Fatima El Mansouri advance women’s rights amid religious and political barriers?
- Five ways El Niño is affecting the weather around the world
on October 19, 2026As the strongest El Niño on record continues to intensify, what impacts on weather patterns are already being felt across the globe? Sarah Keith-Lucas looks at the evidence.
- In pictures: Dussehra celebrated across India as triumph of good over evil
on October 19, 2026The festival, which commemorates the triumph of good over evil, is celebrated with different rituals across India.
- Clean up begins after French riots but police remain
on October 19, 2026Outside of Paris, Marseille saw some of the worst damage, with shop owners reporting more than 600 premises having been looted.
- Ex-OpenAI worker accused of planting bug had Saudi support, claims prosecutors
on October 19, 2026Abdulrahman Alfozan, who is accused of planting a recording device, has been denied bail.
- Tennis star Svitolina says emotional toll of Ukraine war led to Monfils separation
on October 19, 2026The two top tennis pros married in 2021 and have one child together.
- Ukraine says it carried out first drone airlift of wounded soldier from front line
on October 19, 2026The serviceman was surrounded by landmines and enemy drones so a ground rescue was not possible, Ukraine's military says.
- Mission blasts off for Mars to grab a piece of its moon
on October 19, 2026A spacecraft is set to launch on an ambitious mission to bring 10g of Martian moon dust back to Earth.
- Vinted blocks French looters listing stolen goods for sale
on October 19, 2026The platform said since the weekend it had "taken immediate action to identify and remove listings linked to looting".
- Obama blasts federal probe of Ilhan Omar as 'so appalling'
on October 19, 2026Obama says federal agents' search of the Democrat's home was an effort to intimidate a Trump critic.
- US airman dies as daredevil descent goes wrong before Texas college football game
on October 19, 2026The game continued after the incident. The American Conference said the decision was made before his death was known.