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Chinese economic slowdown deepens, official figures show

Published: October 18, 2024 02:50

Gross domestic product rose by 4.6% on an yearly basis, below the government's 5% annual target.

How Israel found and killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar

Published: October 17, 2024 21:42

Israel had hunted the architect of the 7 October atrocities for more than a year. A chance encounter in Rafah got him.

Kenya’s deputy president sacked while in hospital

Published: October 17, 2024 20:04

In a dramatic day in parliament, senators vote to oust Rigathi Gachagua following his impeachment.

US Secret Service has 'deep flaws' and must overhaul leadership, report says

Published: October 17, 2024 14:49

An independent panel reviewing the shooting at Donald Trump's rally calls for the agency to overhaul its leadership.

France to cut prices in Martinique over cost of living unrest

Published: October 17, 2024 13:04

However, the deal to cut food prices has been rejected by the group behind weeks of protests.

Trudeau accuses India of 'massive mistake' amid diplomatic row

Published: October 17, 2024 07:21

India says Canada has not given any evidence to back its claim that Delhi was involved in the murder of a Sikh separatist last year.

Teenage guns for hire: Swedish gangs targeting Israeli interests

Published: October 17, 2024 06:06

Gangs may be behind the recent attacks but Sweden believes Iran has had a hand in them.

US bombers target Houthi weapon sites in Yemen

Published: October 17, 2024 05:24

The Pentagon says it launched "precision strikes" against five weapons storage locations in parts of Yemen.

'I had to bulldoze my house' - Palestinians face spike in Israeli demolition orders in East Jerusalem

Published: October 17, 2024 05:10

Human rights groups say the number of homes demolished has nearly doubled since 7 October 2023.

Migrant deportations to increase, says EU chief

Published: October 16, 2024 23:55

The EU chief made the comments to member states, as Italy kicks off a contested migrant processing scheme.

US judge blocks Georgia order to count votes by hand

Published: October 16, 2024 22:50

The hand count mandate was passed by the pro-Donald Trump majority on the Georgia election board last month.

One Direction star Liam Payne dies after balcony fall, police say

Published: October 16, 2024 22:28

The singer fell from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, local media are reporting.

Italy bans couples from travelling abroad for surrogacy

Published: October 16, 2024 21:08

The move is seen by critics to target LGBT couples, who are not allowed to adopt or use IVF in the country.

Bowen: US threat to cut Israel military aid is sign of anger at broken promises

Published: October 16, 2024 19:50

The letter criticising Israel over Gaza aid is an attempt to redress the balance between the US and its ally, our international editor says.

Niger drops French place names to honour local heroes

Published: October 16, 2024 17:31

Avenue Charles de Gaulle in Niamey is now Avenue Djibo Bakary after the city's first post-independence mayor.

Mayor and 15 others killed in Israeli strike on Lebanon council meeting

Published: October 16, 2024 17:11

Sixteen people are dead following air strikes on municipal buildings in the city of Nabatieh.

Man rescued after 67 days adrift speaks of his survival

Published: October 16, 2024 17:02

A Russian whale watcher is found alive, along with two dead relatives, two months after he set off.

Are North Korean troops joining Russia’s war in Ukraine?

Published: October 16, 2024 16:45

Russia says no, but Ukraine and South Korea point to a deepening relationship between Pyongyang and Moscow.

UK and US urge India to co-operate with Canada amid row

Published: October 16, 2024 15:05

The UK says Delhi's co-operation is the "right next step" after Canada accused Indian agents of criminal activity in the country, which India denies.

Malaysia arrests hundreds more over child abuse claims

Published: October 16, 2024 13:52

A group facing allegations of sexual abuse carried out crimes even after a crackdown, say authorities.

Watch: Narrow escape as debris falls during Turkey quake

Published: October 16, 2024 12:41

Falling masonry just misses people standing in a street in the eastern Turkish city of Elazig, that was hit by an earthquake.

Mbappé shocked by Swedish rape inquiry - lawyer

Published: October 16, 2024 11:32

France's football captain has called the media reports "fake news" and his lawyers say he is stunned.

Zelensky presents 'victory plan' to Ukrainian parliament

Published: October 16, 2024 11:24

Key elements include a formal invitation to join Nato and a refusal to cede more territory.

Grand Egyptian Museum partially opens to public

Published: October 16, 2024 10:51

When complete, the museum will showcase more than 100,000 objects, including treasures from the tomb of King Tutankhamun.

Man arrested after dog abandoned during Hurricane Milton

Published: October 16, 2024 09:52

Giovanny Aldama Garcia could face prison time after the animal was found up to its chest in water.

US judge blocks Georgia order to count votes by hand

Published: October 16, 2024 08:13

The hand count mandate was passed by the pro-Donald Trump majority on the Georgia election board last month.

Hoax bomb threats spark panic for Indian airlines

Published: October 16, 2024 05:43

At least 10 Indian flights got hoax bomb threats over the past 48 hours, causing long delays and diversions.

Pivotal moment for Georgians with future in Europe at stake

Published: October 16, 2024 05:02

Georgia's elections on 26 October could be the most decisive since the country's revolution in 2003.

Russian man rescued after spending 67 days adrift

Published: October 16, 2024 00:46

Officials say Mikhail Pichugin was found with the bodies of his brother and his 15-year-old nephew.

Australia PM faces backlash over new A$4.1m beach pad

Published: October 16, 2024 00:34

The purchase comes months out from an election in which the cost of living and housing are key issues.

'They ransacked my home and left my town in ruins'

Published: October 15, 2024 23:31

The BBC's Mohanad Hashim returns to Omdurman to find what has been left of his neighbourhood since he left in 2023.

Pandas from China seen exploring new home at DC Zoo

Published: October 15, 2024 22:26

Bao Li and Qing Bao travelled nearly 9,000 miles to the US as the 'panda diplomacy' between both countries resumes.

Drones, threats and explosions: Why Korean tensions are rising

Published: October 15, 2024 22:02

The North has warned the South of "horrible consequences" if another drone crosses the border.

The powerful Indian gangster pulling strings from behind bars

Published: October 15, 2024 21:28

Once among India’s most wanted, Bishnoi has been in prison since 2015. But his influence endures.

UN urges probe into deadly Israeli strike on north Lebanon

Published: October 15, 2024 21:26

It says Monday's attack on Aitou raises "real concerns" with respect to international humanitarian law.

US gives Israel 30 days to boost Gaza aid or risk cut to military support

Published: October 15, 2024 20:53

The letter, sent on Sunday, amounts to the strongest known written warning from the US to its ally.

Fake vintage wine gang busted in France and Italy, police say

Published: October 15, 2024 20:40

The group is alleged to have made fake labels from famous French vineyards, using them to sell cheap wine.

Actor says Trump 'should be grateful' for controversial film

Published: October 15, 2024 18:41

The Apprentice, which focuses on Trump's early years as a real estate tycoon, is released this week.

Lufthansa hit with record penalty after barring Jewish passengers

Published: October 15, 2024 17:44

The German airline has agreed to pay $4m to resolve claims it discriminated against Jewish passengers.

Witnesses to Israeli strike on Gaza hospital compound saw 'so many people burning'

Published: October 15, 2024 16:42

The strike killed at least four people and injured dozens, mostly women and children, the Hamas-run health ministry said.

Israel's row with UN over Lebanon peacekeepers driven by long distrust

Published: October 15, 2024 16:38

Relations reach a new low with two sides at loggerheads amid the conflict in Lebanon.

Olivia Rodrigo says 'I'm OK' after falling into hole on stage

Published: October 15, 2024 15:57

"That was fun. I'm OK. Sometimes there's just a hole in the stage," she tells an audience in Melbourne.

How relations between India and Canada hit rock bottom

Published: October 15, 2024 13:56

India and Canada expelled diplomats as tensions rose over last year's killing of a Sikh separatist in Canada.

K-pop star gives tearful testimony on harassment

Published: October 15, 2024 11:31

The popular member of the chart-topping band spoke to South Korean lawmakers about her experiences

Al Pacino on near-death, The Godfather and his phone case

Published: October 15, 2024 07:15

The Hollywood actor talks about fatherhood, his film career, and a brush with death.

Moment North Korea blows up roads connecting to South Korea

Published: October 15, 2024 05:53

Pyongyang vowed to sever road and railway access to South Korea in a bid to “completely separate” the two countries.

Google turns to nuclear to power AI data centres

Published: October 15, 2024 04:54

The tech giant says it will use energy from small reactors to power its use of artificial intelligence.

'It's scary - but so's giving birth': The female unit gunning down Russian drones

Published: October 15, 2024 04:31

The Witches of Bucha, as they call themselves, help protect Ukraine's skies from Russian drones.

Harris courts black and Latino voters as polls suggest Trump gains

Published: October 15, 2024 02:41

Recent polling indicates Trump is having success with both groups, in part due to his message on the economy.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexually assaulting teenager in new lawsuits

Published: October 14, 2024 23:47

Six new lawsuits are filed in New York with allegations spanning from 1995 to 2021.

India and Canada expel top diplomats over murder accusations

Published: October 14, 2024 21:54

Canada accuses Indian government agents of involvement in "violent acts" aimed at intimidating Canadian Sikh separatists.

‘I say bye to my kids, in case we don’t wake up’ – two Gazans film a year under attack by Israel

Published: October 14, 2024 21:10

Over the past year, Aya and Khalid have been filming their lives for a BBC documentary.

Timelapse captures rare comet passing by Hawaii

Published: October 14, 2024 20:52

It is estimated the comet has made its closest approach to Earth at 44 million miles away, according to Nasa.

Drone attack on Israel puts spotlight on Iron Dome's limitations

Published: October 14, 2024 20:50

Drones are becoming a deadly headache for Israelis. How can its air defence system stop them?

Moment Nasa spacecraft blasts off to hunt alien life

Published: October 14, 2024 17:22

It is set to arrive in 2030 - and what it finds could change what we know about life in our solar system.

Marine Le Pen hits back in EU funds misuse trial

Published: October 14, 2024 17:03

Far-right politician Marine Le Pen denies misusing European parliamentary funds in her National Rally party.

Nigeria set to boycott Afcon 2025 qualifier in Libya

Published: October 14, 2024 14:34

Nigeria’s players say they will boycott their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Libya on Tuesday after being left stranded at an airport.

Five beheaded bodies found next to road in Mexico

Published: October 14, 2024 08:54

The rural area, which is plagued by violence, is largely under the control of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

‘I lost £165k to fraud in an hour’ - customers say they were let down by Revolut

Published: October 14, 2024 06:22

There were more reports of fraud naming Revolut last year than any other financial institution, BBC finds.

Australians sell 'farewell tour' merch before King visit

Published: October 14, 2024 00:43

Satirical posters, T-shirts and beer coasters urge Australians to "wave goodbye to royal reign".

Israeli shelling of Gaza school kills at least 15

Published: October 14, 2024 00:06

Gaza's Hamas-run Civil Defence Agency said the site was struck by a volley of artillery on Sunday.

Panna diamond dream: Generations dig for fortune in India's gem town

Published: October 13, 2024 23:49

In Panna, families hunt for diamonds hoping to strike rich and escape the cycle of poverty.

‘Try or die’ - one man’s determination to get to the Canary Islands

Published: October 13, 2024 23:34

BBC Africa Eye is told that a migrant dies trying to reach the beaches of the Spanish archipelago every 45 minutes.

Harris or Trump? What Chinese people want from US election

Published: October 13, 2024 23:22

People in Beijing tell the BBC's Laura Bicker their hopes and fears about who will win the White House race.

Man arrested near Trump rally had two guns and fake passports

Published: October 13, 2024 23:19

This is the third time someone with firearms has been either arrested or shot after being spotted near Trump.

Fighting Russia - and low morale - on Ukraine's ‘most dangerous front line’

Published: October 13, 2024 20:58

The BBC visits a key city under attack by Russia and finds eroded morale among its few remaining residents.

Watch: Why is the latest SpaceX rocket test a big deal?

Published: October 13, 2024 20:26

The BBC's Pallab Ghosh explores why this world first test is a big deal for space exploration.

Family rushed to hospital after eating toxic mushrooms

Published: October 13, 2024 18:00

The local fire department said the family became sick after eating wild mushrooms that one of them "found in the woods".

Shoppers killed in Sudan as air strikes hit busy market

Published: October 13, 2024 16:44

At least 23 people have been killed after Sudanese Armed Forces targeted a nearby paramilitary base.

UN says Israeli tanks forced entry into one of its positions in south Lebanon

Published: October 13, 2024 15:20

It comes as PM Netanyahu demands the peacekeeping force leave the area.

Watch: 'Astonishing' moment Starship booster caught in mid air

Published: October 13, 2024 12:52

It’s the first time the "chopsticks manoeuvre" has been attempted, with previous boosters landing in the ocean.

Ukraine denounces Russia's reported execution of captured troops

Published: October 13, 2024 12:24

Kyiv's human rights ombudsman has written to the UN, after reports that Russia executed Ukrainian PoWs.

'Like someone pressed pause on life': How Israeli strikes transformed Lebanon's buzzing capital

Published: October 13, 2024 10:24

There's no music or dancing in central Beirut bars as fear spreads and displaced people fill the streets.

Indian politician Baba Siddique shot dead in Mumbai

Published: October 13, 2024 08:19

Siddique was a senior political figure in Maharashtra state, which is due to hold elections next month.

Chris Brown concert shines spotlight on violence against women in South Africa

Published: October 13, 2024 06:41

A petition with over 19,000 signatures has been started to stop the singer's concert in South Africa.

Harris puts pressure on Trump over medical records

Published: October 13, 2024 00:32

The Democratic Party's presidential nominee accuses her Republican rival of a lack of transparency about his health.

Can illegal immigrants really vote in the US election?

Published: October 12, 2024 23:01

It is illegal for non-citizens to vote in the US election - but Donald Trump has repeatedly claimed illegal immigrants are going to.

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