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Injunction blocking publication of ex-SAS soldier’s book on counter-terror op extended
MoD claims book by soldier known as Christian Craighead contains alleged breach of confidentiality contractAn injunction preventing a former member of…
Netanyahu at UNGA over the years
Benjamin Netanyahu says there will be surprises in his UN General Assembly address.…
Has China received US F-35 parts by diverting an Australian shipment?
Australia and US investigate F-35 parts mistakenly sent to Hong Kong amid concerns over sensitive military technology.…
Fears of return to war as Tigray rebels launch offensive against Ethiopian army
Fighting escalates after TPLF forms new rebel coalition aimed at overthrowing Abiy Ahmed government There are growing fears of a return to civil war i…
Could the White House try its press ban again? A press freedom expert explains
A federal judge's ruling restored CNN, MS Now and Politico's access to the White House. Gabe Rottman says better procedure alone may not resolve the b…
Tunisia fuel strike highlights growing economic and political anger
A 48-hour strike in Tunis adds to mounting public frustration over worsening living conditions and basic services.…
Nine Kazakh soldiers die in Caspian Sea training incident
Nine confirmed dead after 19 Kazakh soldiers swept out to sea during naval training in western Mangystau region.…
Hurricane Polo brings fears of heavy rain and landslides in Mexico
Heavy rains could cause life-threatening flooding and landslides in Mexico, the US National Hurricane Center warned.…
Most migrant arrivals by small boat in single day of 2026
A total of 781 migrants arrive on Wednesday, but the yearly total is below the same point in 2025.…
Family of Iranian twins sentenced to death and decades in jail ask UN for help
Taraneh and Romina Rahimi were charged with ‘waging war against God’ after joining protests against Tehran regimeThe family of 21-year-old twins who h…
Trump rolls out red carpet for Xi as high-stakes summit begins
On Thursday, the two leaders will hold meetings where Trump and Xi are expected to talk about artificial intelligence, rare earths, trade and geopolit…
Trump-Xi summit live: Trade, AI, Iran and Taiwan top US-China talks
Xi’s first White House visit in more than a decade comes amid ongoing disputes over trade, AI, Taiwan and war in Iran.…
Ex-England striker Andy Carroll reveals he was sexually assaulted in 2021
Former England striker Andy Carroll reveals he was sexually assaulted in 2021, by a man who has subsequently been jailed for three years.…
Russia attacks Ukraine while Zelenskyy speaks at UNGA
Russia attacks Ukraine while Zelenskyy speaks at UNGA…
Belgium and Rwanda are talking again. Is DR Congo any closer to peace?
Belgium and Rwanda have restored diplomatic relations after an 18-month rupture over the war in eastern DR Congo.…
Japan’s Ohashi breaks 200m breaststroke world record at Asian Games
Shin Ohashi, 17, claims his second Asian Games gold with his record-breaking effort in front of a thrilled home crowd.…
OpenAI agents hack Australian government health data
Rogue OpenAI agents accessed an Australian government health data website, obtaining non-public information.…
Why is Iran threatening regional airports, and what could be the impact?
Tehran hints retaliation as Georgia and Azerbaijan suspend Iranian flights amid mounting US sanctions on airlines.…
Poland says fire at Starlink station is sabotage as Denmark warns of rising Russian threat
The satellite station is used in part to provide internet coverage to neighbouring Ukraine, the government says.…
Are we back in big tech's 'move fast and break things' era?
Despite promises to make safe AI, examples of bots behaving badly are now coming at us thick and fast.…
Australia launches urgent review after OpenAI program hacks government health portal
The BBC’s North America technology correspondent Lily Jamali explains how the Medicare breach happened, and why it matters.…
'I can't see it stopping' - Middlesbrough's young men discuss gangs after A66 crash
Last month's deadly A66 crash shone a light on organised crime and opportunities for young people in Middlesbrough.…
Russian attacks kill eight people across Ukraine as US steps up diplomacy
US and Russia engage in urgent talks to reduce war's impact on global energy during UN General Assembly.…
How an OpenAI ‘agent’ hacked Australia’s Medicare and what that means
Incident highlights growing concerns about AI's impact on cybersecurity and AI disclosure procedures, say experts.…
RAF pilots who ejected moments before crash expected to make full recovery
The Hawk T2 aircraft had been flying out of the RAF Valley station when it plummeted to the ground.…
Needy couples got cash and a spending plan. Results were good -- and bad
In Liberia, joint financial planning boosted cash aid's benefits. It also had an unexpected consequence for some families.…
How UK universities briefed BAE Systems on pro-Palestine campus protests
Several universities discussed protests with the weapons maker, raising concerns about influence and academic freedom.…
US Navy confirms ‘eight suicide attempts’ on USS Lincoln: What we know
The roughly 5,000-strong crew on board the Lincoln were at sea for more than nine months with only one brief port stop.…
Judge restores journalists' White House access. And, Tucker Carlson on his MAGA split
A judge has ordered that the Trump administration restore journalists' access to White House. And, Tucker Carlson sits down with Morning Edition's Ste…
Yemeni forces say they repel Houthi attacks in Taiz as fighting rages
Government forces say dozens of Houthis killed in southwestern governorate during battles for strategic highlands.…