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Germany's far-right poised for power in state election
Germany's AfD's TikTok-fueled rise in Saxony-Anhalt is raising fears the country could see its first far-right governor since World War II.…
Europe targeted by spiralling campaign of sabotage and Russia is the chief suspect
Germany has blamed Russia for an attack on Leipzig airport but there has been a series of suspicious incidents elsewhere.…
‘Astronomical’ fuel price surge hits farmers in UK and US
Intensification of Middle East conflict and ongoing Russian export ban sees diesel prices rise 10% in less than a weekFarmers are facing an “astronomi…
Why has the Philippines’ peso plunged to a record low?
The Southeast Asian country's currency has plummeted amid the fallout of the Iran war and economic challenges at home.…
Nepal-Tibet floods: two workers pulled alive from tunnel nine days after disaster
Officials say pair were rescued from Trishuli 3A hydropower tunnel in Nepal after being trapped in depth of 170 metresTwo people have been pulled out …
Russia maintains attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure – Europe live
The efforts are part of an ongoing attempt to cripple the country’s power grid ahead of winterRussia keeps targeting Ukraine’s energy facilities in it…
IRS targets private schools that help racial minority students
The Trump administration has said it will end the tax-exempt status for universities with programs that help racial minority students.…
Work set to begin in Trump's plan for triumphal arch
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with New York Times reporter Emily Badger about the Trump administration's plans to move forward with construction of a tri…
Trump already tried to hurt Iran with sanctions once - and it didn't work
President Trump is again hoping to use economic pressure to force Iran to the negotiating table.…
'Layer upon layer of miracles': How Nepal flood survivors were rescued from tunnel
From searching for a buried tunnel entrance to blowing up rocks the size of cars, rescuers had to surmount multiple challenges to reach survivors.…
Why Pakistan overhauled its military command structure after five decades
New legislation gives Pakistan's military chief sweeping command powers, raising questions about oversight.…
The price of diesel hits a record high
The price of diesel has reached an all-time high, a result of the war in Iran and Ukraine's attacks on Russian refineries. That will matter across the…
Video: Workers rescued from hydro tunnel nine days after Nepal flooding
Two workers have been pulled alive from a hydropower tunnel nine days after deadly flash flooding hit Nepal.…
South Korea pushes back on reports it is readying Hormuz deployment amid US pressure
Seoul reportedly seeking parliamentary approval to send military assets to Middle East but president’s office plays down claimsSouth Korea is reviewin…
Why Northern Ireland was the 'perfect place' for Robin Hood's death
The Death of Robin Hood, which stars Hugh Jackman and Jodie Comer, was filmed entirely in Northern Ireland.…
Steve Irwin's family celebrates 'superhero' dad, 20 years after shock death
The Australian icon was killed in 2006, after a stingray's barb pierced his chest during filming.…
British army told to halt non-essential training exercises to save money
Collective training exercises for UK-based units to be suspended for most of this year amid budget pressuresThe British army has been ordered to halt …
Nepal floods: How DNA identification of bodies works
DNA testing helps identify bodies that may be unrecognisable due to mutilation and decomposition.…
Two senior Reform UK officials step down after Channel 4 report
The party has launched an investigation after undercover filming by the broadcaster.…
Anger as human poo and 'maggot-infested' food left behind at beauty spot
A national park authority says there is "no justification" after the "worst example" of fly-tipping.…
After Gen Z, India’s Gen Alpha rises, demanding education reforms
School students across multiple states have held protests in recent weeks, seeking better conditions.…
Houthi attacks on Yemen’s Taiz escalate, triggering new displacement wave
Government-Houthi clashes in Taiz intensify, displacing thousands and threatening vital roadways to the Red Sea coast.…
In southern Lebanon, Israeli demolitions continue ‘day and night’
Explosions shake the ground in Froun as Israeli operations persist, disrupting daily life in southern Lebanon.…
No shelter or water, yet Lebanese return home, defying Israel.
Residents are returning to villages in southern Lebanon devastated by Israel’s invasion.…
2 trapped workers rescued from a hydropower tunnel 9 days after Nepal floods
Officials say rescuers in Nepal have pulled two workers alive from a tunnel Friday during an ongoing operation. The rescues come nine days after the A…
Argentina's Milei escalates Falklands dispute, seizing on Trump comments and oil tensions
Argentine President Javier Milei is escalating a dispute with Britain over the Falkland Islands with tougher sanctions targeting companies involved in…
Mladic’s body arrives to full military honours in Serbia
The body of war criminal Ratko Mladic has arrived in Belgrade, where he received a full military guard.…
Europe weighs solutions to curtail Russia’s growing hybrid warfare
Governments now moving faster to impose costs on Moscow for its increasing attacks over support for UkraineRussia’s suspected sabotage campaign across…
Three crucial questions facing Farage at Reform conference
Can the Reform UK leader put his policies into action, and become prime minister?…
Families move out of 'nightmare' new-build homes plagued by defects, damp and mould
Dozens have contacted BBC Your Voice as complaints to ombudsman have tripled in a year.…