BlueWorld.org is a world geography web site for people who want to know more about the regions and countries that make up our world. It was designed to help researchers, students, and laypersons find information and news from the many nations of our world, quickly, easily, and in one place. Use the menus above to get started.
The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.
World News Headlines
- Jo Malone sued for using her own name in collaboration with Zara
on March 12, 2026The perfumier sold the rights to her name in 1999 but has previously said she regretted the move.
- Senegal approves tougher anti-gay law as rights groups raise concerns
on March 12, 2026"Violence and fear" will spike and "equality and non-discrimination" will be trampled on, warn critics.
- Rapper-politician Balendra Shah's party wins Nepal election
on March 12, 2026The Rastriya Swatatantra Party has won a large majority in an election dominated by issues including corruption.
- 'I imagine they had a healthy sex life early on' - Jones and Grant in Austen-inspired drama
on March 12, 2026Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant star in new BBC comedy drama The Other Bennet Sister
- Death toll from Ethiopia floods and landslides rises to more than 100
on March 12, 2026Forecasters say storms are becoming more intense in the region, partly due to global warming.
- How Iran war laid bare the world's reliance on Gulf oil and gas
on March 12, 2026Countries around the world are feeling the impact of the conflict and the resulting energy price shock.
- Cartoonist freed after 15 years in prison without charge in Eritrea
on March 12, 2026Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.
- Nineteen jailed over deadly Moscow concert attack
on March 12, 2026Gunmen opened fire at Crocus City Concert hall near Moscow in 2024, killing 149 and injuring more than 500.
- 'What if we're left with ruins?': Doubts creep in for Iranians who supported war
on March 12, 2026Teachers, engineers and shopkeepers tell the BBC they fear Iran falling into chaos.
- Questions mount for Hegseth over possible US involvement in strike on Iranian school
on March 12, 2026Democrats have written to ask the defence secretary whether the US was responsible, but he says the issue is being investigated.
- Nasa spacecraft weighing 1,300lb re-enters Earth's atmosphere
on March 12, 2026Much of the Van Allen Probe was expected to burn up in the atmosphere, though Nasa said there was a "low" risk of people being struck by surviving components.
- Hozier, Jessie Buckley and Bruce Springsteen record Shane MacGowan tribute album
on March 12, 2026The album will also feature Primal Scream, David Gray, Jessie Buckley, Johnny Depp and Kate Moss.
- War in Ukraine spills into Hungarian election campaign
on March 12, 2026Hungary is going to the polls soon and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has one public enemy in his sights - Ukraine's president.
- Chinese national arrested over attempt to smuggle 2,000 queen ants from Kenya
on March 12, 2026The suspect had packed some ants in test tubes while others were concealed in tissue paper rolls, prosecutor says.
- China approves 'ethnic unity' law requiring minorities to learn Mandarin
on March 12, 2026The law states that children should be taught Mandarin before kindergarten, until the end of high school.
- What did we learn from China's biggest political meeting?
on March 12, 2026BBC correspondents give us their biggest takeaways from China's National People's Congress.
- The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women'
on March 12, 2026Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.
- Draper fights to 'mind-blowing' win over Djokovic
on March 12, 2026Jack Draper produces a superb fightback to beat Novak Djokovic and reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals - a result he believes could be "a real big moment" in his season.
- Video shows moment point-blank gunshot misses Indian politician
on March 12, 2026Senior Kashmir leader Farooq Abdullah escaped unhurt after the incident and the suspect is in custody.
- Noma head chef resigns from restaurant amid abuse allegations
on March 12, 2026René Redzepi had previously apologised after ex-employees of the Danish restaurant accused him of creating a toxic work environment.
- Bodies of two Chinese backpackers found in Australian floodwaters
on March 12, 2026The pair had been reported missing on Tuesday after failing to reach their destination.
- Kanye West ordered to pay $140K in Malibu mansion renovation lawsuit
on March 12, 2026A handyman had sought $1.7m (£1.267m) from the rapper over claims of unpaid work, medical expenses and being unfairly fired.
- Justified or not? US military families on fears of Iran war
on March 12, 2026BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith spoke to Gold Star mum Lynn, whose son died in the Iraq War, and veteran Jeremy.
- Epstein used modelling agent to recruit girls, Brazilian women tell BBC
on March 12, 2026Modelling agent used businesses to recruit girls and arrange US visas to visit Jeffrey Epstein, Brazilian women tell BBC.
- Volcanic fragments rain down as Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts
on March 11, 2026This eruption episode sent fragments made of ash, pumice, and pieces of volcanic glass into communities, forcing highway closures and the evacuation of tourists.
- Countries agree to record release of emergency oil reserves as prices surge
on March 11, 2026The G7 group of nations welcomes the idea of releasing oil in response to the surge in prices since the US-Israel war with Iran began
- No evidence Swiss bus fire was terrorism, officials say
on March 11, 2026Initial reports suggest a man with "psychological problems" set himself on fire on the bus, according to police.
- BBC visits key Dubai port in Iran's firing line
on March 10, 2026Trade at the Middle East's biggest port has been hit hard since Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz began.
- US missile hit military base near Iran school, video analysis shows
on March 9, 2026A US Tomahawk missile hit a military base near a primary school in southern Iran where Iranian authorities said 168 people were killed, expert video analysis shows.