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The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.
World News Headlines
- Millions urged to evacuate as powerful Typhoon Dujuan hits Japan
on September 21, 2026The country's meteorological agency had warned of an "imminent threat to life," but this has now been downgraded.
- Airlines criticise air traffic control as second glitch causes more disruption in UK
on September 21, 2026Prime Minister Andy Burnham said further issues today "cause even greater concern" about the UK's air traffic control and the head of the organisation that runs it.
- Death of Cindy Crawford's son Presley Gerber being investigated as suspected overdose
on September 21, 2026His family asked for privacy during a "very difficult and painful time" following the model's death.
- First UK charges brought over 1994 Rwanda genocide
on September 21, 2026Dr Vincent Brown, formerly Dr Vincent Bajinya, 65, will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday charged with seven offences.
- Two charged with woman's murder as South Africa police investigate eight other body finds
on September 21, 2026The body of Jabulile Ntimba was the ninth to be found recently in an area east of Johannesburg.
- Seven Ethiopian rebel groups form new alliance
on September 21, 2026The groups have been active in Ethiopia's most populous regions for years and now say they will work together.
- Merz vows to keep coalition together for Germany's 'democratic future'
on September 21, 2026The chancellor has come under increasing pressure after resounding state election defeats, but says the results "go far beyond my own person"
- Watch: Timelapse shows typhoon barrelling towards Japan
on September 21, 2026The typhoon is passing Japan's eastern coast, bringing major disruption and heavy rainfall in its wake.
- London Fashion Week 2026: The five trends we'll see in spring
on September 21, 2026As London Fashion Week comes to a close, here are the biggest trends for your wardrobe.
- CNN, MS NOW and Politico file lawsuit against Trump's White House ban
on September 21, 2026Major US networks later suspended White House TV coverage of Trump as he heads to New York for the UN summit.
- Xhaka under investigation over Covid-19 certificate
on September 21, 2026Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka is being investigated over an issue with his Covid-19 vaccination certificate.
- Yemenis flee across Red Sea as Houthis and Saudi-backed forces escalate war
on September 21, 2026The BBC's Frank Gardner speaks to some of those who have fled the war by crossing the Red Sea to Djibouti.
- Merz's political crisis threatens Germany's obsession with stability
on September 21, 2026Political shifts in Germany are being watched closely in Europe and beyond, Katya Adler writes.
- Google hit with €403m fine by Irish data watchdog over GDPR violations
on September 21, 2026The penalty follows an inquiry launched into the tech giant six years ago, following complaints from several European consumer rights organisations.
- US strikes on alleged drug boats could be crimes against humanity, says UN
on September 21, 2026A report says the attacks, of which there have been at least 68, were not self-defence.
- Inside Djibouti refugee camp for thousands fleeing Houthi advance in Yemen
on September 21, 2026Fighting on Yemen's west coast has prompted thousands of people to flee by boat across the Bab al-Mandab Strait.
- Sydney policeman allegedly disguised himself as Uber Eats rider before murders
on September 21, 2026Beaumont Lamarre-Condon has pleaded not guilty to the 2024 murder of his ex-partner and his new boyfriend.
- 'No surprises' as results emerge in Russian parliamentary election
on September 21, 2026Preliminary results suggest that Kremlin-backed United Russia is on course to retain its constitutional majority.
- 'Far from their best' to 'a joy to watch' - ranking Premier League teams' start to season
on September 21, 2026Five matches into the league season, which teams in the Premier League have impressed so far and who have disappointed?
- Lindsay Clancy's ex-husband says he forgave her so he would not be 'eaten up inside forever'
on September 21, 2026Patrick Clancy gives his first interview since his wife's mistrial over the killing of their three young children.
- US and China discuss AI safety plan ahead of Trump-Xi summit
on September 21, 2026Top US and Chinese officials held talks in New York on Sunday ahead of a Trump-Xi summit this week.
- UK should 'team up' with Canada in new Europe alliance, Canadian minister tells BBC
on September 21, 2026It comes after European Commission President proposed "opening the door" for Canada to become an associate member of the EU.
- Watch: Dramatic moment a cargo ship crashes into another vessel
on September 21, 2026Verified footage appears to show a cargo ship colliding with a fishing boat near Singapore, with investigators still working to establish exactly when and how the crash happened.
- Russia's elections had few surprises - but how the Kremlin uses the results will be crucial
on September 21, 2026Vladimir Putin will likely use the result to claim most Russians back the so-called special military operation in Ukraine, writes the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.
- Jailed teacher convicted of sexual abuse secretly released early in Indonesia, BBC finds
on September 20, 2026Undercover footage recorded by the BBC reveals he has been released after serving less than half his sentence.
- Workers came across human remains – and unearthed a mass grave of 572 people
on September 20, 2026Workers in northern Sri Lanka accidentally uncovered the country's largest mass grave – and reopened wounds from its civil war.
- Sister of Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan arrested
on September 20, 2026Aleema Khanum is accused of mobilising her brother’s supporters ahead of country-wide protests.
- Burnham hails Greenland deal ahead of expected first Trump meeting
on September 20, 2026While Burnham praised the agreement, Lib Dem leader Ed Davey called it a "pretend" victory for Trump.
- Trump says triumphal arch will be military complex with drones and snipers
on September 20, 2026Trump said the updated plans were at the request of the US military and for national security purposes.
- Largest attack on Moscow sees Ukraine fire hundreds of drones, mayor says
on September 20, 2026Moscow's mayor says 450 drones were downed during the overnight barrage, in which two people died.