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The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.
World News Headlines
- Hezbollah rejects renewed ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanonon June 4, 2026
The United States announced the ceasefire agreement on Wednesday night following a fresh round of talks.
- John Bolton expected to plead guilty in classified documents case, sources confirmon June 4, 2026
Trump's former advisor turned critic had reached a deal with prosecutors, two people said.
- Why is this teen fashion brand closing its fitting rooms?on June 4, 2026
Brandy Melville's move has caused uproar among some young women who frequent its stores, with one calling it a "devastating news".
- Ex-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew missing, says lawyeron June 4, 2026
British lawyer David Haigh lost contact with Zeynab Javadli on Tuesday and the BBC has been told her home in Dubai is locked and empty.
- Israeli strikes kill 11 people in Gaza City, medics sayon June 4, 2026
Women and children were among those killed in the attacks on four residential buildings, which Israel's military says killed four Hamas security officials.
- Dutch police investigate suspected drugging and sexual assault of multiple womenon June 4, 2026
Police raided the suspects' homes after tip-offs from German and UK authorities.
- Marilyn Monroe auction features star's make-up and gowns on 100th birthdayon June 4, 2026
The auction has already brought in thousands in bids and includes intimate items from her life.
- Trump hits back at 'unpatriotic' vote after House rebukes him over Iranon June 4, 2026
The lower chamber of Congress passed a measure that seeks to halt further military action, in a vote seen as largely symbolic.
- Kushner-backed luxury resort plan sparks protests in Albaniaon June 4, 2026
Demonstrators say the project backed by Donald Trump's son-in-law would harm a protected environment.
- Charges dropped against Budapest mayor over 2025 Pride marchon June 4, 2026
Budapest's liberal Mayor Gergely Karacsony had been charged with helping to organise the banned 2025 march.
- Oscar-nominated Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies aged 56on June 4, 2026
The French-Iranian author and illustrator was known for her graphic novel series and Oscar-nominated film.
- Heavy gunfire in Somali capital as row over election delay escalateson June 4, 2026
The opposition has called for protests after the president's term in office was extended by a year.
- Ukraine accused of killing four in occupied Crimeaon June 4, 2026
At least 10 people have been injured in the attacks, according to Russian-backed officials.
- 'Nothing left to chance' for Bayeux Tapestry's journey to Londonon June 4, 2026
The 950-year-old work will be as safe "as a baby" during its move to London, French officials say.
- Bondi Beach shooting hero charged with assaulton June 4, 2026
Ahmed al Ahmed disarmed one of the alleged shooters during the deadly attack at a Jewish event.
- Watch: Lebanon-Israel ceasefire deal made in 'hope rather than expectation'on June 4, 2026
BBC correspondent John Sudworth reports from the Beirut stronghold of Hezbollah support, Dahieh.
- Trump says Eiffel Tower-like UFC structure may stayon June 4, 2026
President Donald Trump says he may choose to leave a purpose-built UFC arena standing at the White House because it is "attractive to a lot of people".
- Missing Sherpa guide found on Mount Everest after 'miracle' self-rescueon June 4, 2026
Cleaners found Dawa Sherpa crawling towards Base Camp six days after he went missing at a higher altitude.
- Can the US, Mexico and Canada set aside their differences as they co-host the World Cup?on June 4, 2026
The tournament comes after a period of fractious relations between the US, Canada and Mexico.
- Trump to nominate Blanche for attorney general on permanent basison June 4, 2026
If confirmed by the Senate, Trump's former personal lawyer would become the administration's number one prosecutor.
- Indian film union drops boycott call against Bollywood star Ranveer Singhon June 4, 2026
The producers of Don 3 had earlier complained that Singh's alleged exit from the film had caused major financial losses.
- Robodogs and helicopters: One Mexican city's approach to World Cup securityon June 4, 2026
In the shadow of cartel violence, BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security plans in Monterrey.
- China bans four New Zealand MPs over Taiwan visiton June 4, 2026
Upon their return from Taiwan last month, the lawmakers were told that China had banned them for a year.
- Watch: New footage shows moment Iranian drone struck Kuwait airporton June 4, 2026
One person was killed and more than 60 injured in the Iranian drone strike on Wednesday.
- Senate Republicans axe $1bn for Trump's new White House ballroomon June 4, 2026
The bill to fund immigration agencies has been delayed by opposition to Trump's 'anti-weaponisation fund'.
- Germany blames Russia for 'bitter defeat' in UN Security Council bidon June 4, 2026
Johann Wadephul said it was "no secret" Russia had stirred up sentiment against Germany over its support for Ukraine.
- Why Canadians can now get cheaper generic Ozempic - and Americans can'ton June 3, 2026
Canada is the first G7 country to approve the lower cost weight-loss drugs, which are rolling out in pharmacies this month.
- Costly fuel pushes more Indians to buy electric cars but challenges remainon June 3, 2026
High fuel prices are strengthening the case for EV adoption in the world's third largest auto market.
- Grab what you can while you can: The new reality in the South China Seaon June 3, 2026
After years of watching China create land to back its expansive claims, others are doing the same.
- One killed and dozens injured in Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait airporton June 3, 2026
Iran says the attack on Kuwait was in retaliation for earlier US strikes on an Iranian oil tanker and island.






























