Conflict & War
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Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup
Plans for a 64-team men's world cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying fo…
England want new coach before Pakistan - who could it be?
England will consider between six and 10 names as they look to replace Brendon McCullum as Test head coach, says ECB chief executive Richard Gould.…
Concern for renewed war in Iran as US attacks military, civilian targets
US military has significantly increased the scale of attacks on Iran in recent days as the Strait of Hormuz standoff boils over.…
Who will replace Trump ally Lindsey Graham in the US Senate?
The US president suggests he is considering a potential candidate to fill the late senator's seat in South Carolina.…
England facing defeat in Knight & Beaumont's farewell
Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight fall cheaply in their final innings for England as India close in on victory at Lord's.…
Scrapping early release for sex offenders could leave no capacity in jails, says David Lammy
Exclusive: Deputy PM says opponents have ‘no solutions’ to possible collapse of justice system in England and WalesDrugs, drones and heat: Amber Rudd …
Does Andy Burnham Have A New Plan For Tax?
And what will his premiership mean for your payslip?…
United States at 250: Seven tests of the American experiment
Seven stories test America’s promises of freedom, opportunity and power as the United States marks its 250th year.…
FIFA World Cup 2026: Day 31
Al Jazeera’s Basel Ghazoghli has your #FIFAworldcup26 day 31 recap, as England and Argentina reach the semi-finals.…
Iran war: US strategic success or diplomatic failure?
Marc Lamont Hill challenges former United States diplomat Heino Klinck on the US-Israeli war in Iran.…
‘Sheikh Hamad will be fondly remembered across the Gulf’
‘Sheikh Hamad will be fondly remembered across the Gulf’…
Funeral prayers held for Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad
Funeral prayers have been held for the Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Qatar’s national mosque.…
What to know about the cyclosporiasis outbreak hitting more than half of U.S. states
A surge of cases of the intestinal illness that causes diarrhea and nausea has been detected in 31 states, according to federal health authorities, bu…
UK Christians protest for Church of England to recognise genocide in Gaza
UK Christians are urging the Church of England General Synod to pass a motion to engage with Kairos Palelestine II…
Major incident declared in Wales as firefighters tackle wildfires across UK
Residents near the Conwy fire have been evacuated, with at least 10 other fires across the UK this weekend.…
UK ambassador remembers former emir of Qatar as humble and humorous
Former UK Ambassador to Qatar Sir Graham Boyce remembers the late Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani.…
Andrew Flintoff's Top Gear crash passenger sues BBC Studios
Expert driver Paul Rees is claiming personal injury, which BBC Studios is disputing.…
Meet the Cubans stuck in Mexico under Donald Trump’s deportation campaign
Cuba has often refused to accept deportations from the US. Where does that leave Cuban deportees under Trump?…
Syrian parliament convenes for first time following al-Assad’s overthrow
President Ahmed Al-Sharaa stresses that improving the economy and strengthening public services are key priorities.…
Ryu claims second major of season at Evian Championship
South Korea's Haeran Ryu says it feels like she was in an "unreal dream" after claiming her second major title in the space of two weeks by defeating …
The architect of Qatari autonomy
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani made Qatar safe by making it relevant.…
FIFA, Infantino, to examine 64-team World Cup for 2030 tournament
FIFA President Gianni Infantino considering a proposal to add a further 16 nations ahead of the World Cup in four years.…
What made US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham a controversial figure
Graham was known for his hawkish views on US defence and foreign policies.…
Israeli forces kill five Palestinians in latest attacks on Gaza
Since a US-brokered ceasefire in October, Israeli attacks have killed at least 1,098 Palestinians in Gaza.…
David Willey, esteemed BBC foreign correspondent, dies aged 93
Willey is best known for covering the Vatican, and reported on five popes during his long career.…
Marc Marquez dominates Germany MotoGP to close in on championship lead
Reigning champion won his 10th German Grand Prix and moves to within 18 points of the riders' championship lead.…
Friends turned foes: The split reshaping Senegal
Ousmane Sonko reveals what ended his political partnership with the president, sparking a constitutional standoff.…
Driven by desperation: Yemenis resort to dangerous energy alternatives
Solar energy systems are a good alternative to help Yemenis access electricity but there are hidden dangers.…
Ukrainian drone strikes force Russia to suspend shipping in Sea of Azov
Vital maritime corridor closes after 90 vessels – including shadow fleet oil tankers – are attacked in under a weekRussia has been forced to suspend s…
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy announces cabinet reshuffle, replaces PM Svyrydenko
Yulia Svyrydenko to step down amid government shake-up aimed at prioritising foreign policy and security goals.…