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Boy, 12, dies from injuries after Sydney shark attack

Sat, 01/24/2026 - 05:10
Nico Antic was swimming in Sydney Harbour when he was attacked last Sunday.

Hundreds of Minnesota businesses close to protest ICE presence

Sat, 01/24/2026 - 03:55
Thousands of people have joined widespread protests against the weeks-long immigration crackdown in the state.

Hundreds of Minnesota businesses close to protest ICE presence

Sat, 01/24/2026 - 03:55
Thousands of people have joined widespread protests against the weeks-long immigration crackdown in the state.

US braces for 'extremely dangerous' winter storm

Sat, 01/24/2026 - 03:33
The National Weather Service warns the winter blast "will pose a life-threatening risk of hypothermia".

'A natural partner': US treasury secretary weighs in on Alberta separatism

Sat, 01/24/2026 - 03:20
Scott Bessent's comments come amid a war of words between Ottawa and Washington.

TikTok US venture to collect precise user location data

Sat, 01/24/2026 - 03:06
Details on the expanded access to location information was published in a new privacy policy for the popular social media app.

TikTok US venture to collect precise user location data

Sat, 01/24/2026 - 03:06
Details on the expanded access to location information was published in a new privacy policy for the popular social media app.

Stuck between the US and Russia, Canada must prove it can defend its Arctic territory

Sat, 01/24/2026 - 00:05
Canada has been boosting its forces in the Arctic in the face of new threats - and US concerns.

Spain was a rail superpower - after deadly collisions its reputation is on the line

Sat, 01/24/2026 - 00:03
Spain's vaunted reputation for its high-speed network has been humbled by disaster on the railways.

'Half of my friends were killed' - the girls returning to a school caught up in war

Sat, 01/24/2026 - 00:03
Twins whose classmates were killed by shelling say their deaths have made them determined to finish their studies.

Harry says sacrifices by Nato troops in Afghanistan deserve 'respect'

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 21:50
The US president's comments have been condemned by international allies, including UK veterans and politicians.

High stakes but low expectations for Ukraine talks with Russia and US

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 21:33
Donald Trump is pushing hard for a peace deal - but major issues between Russia and Ukraine are still unresolved, writes Sarah Rainsford.

Danish PM in Greenland for 'show of support' after Trump threats

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 19:25
Mette Frederiksen visits the territory after weeks of tension over the US president's warnings that he could take control of it.

Frank Gardner: Not only Americans risked life and limb to serve in Afghanistan

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 19:02
Brits, Canadians and Danes were among those who saw the toughest fighting, writes the BBC's security correspondent.

Not only Americans risked life and limb to serve in Afghanistan

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 19:02
Brits, Canadians and Danes were among those who saw the toughest fighting, writes the BBC's Frank Gardner.

Alleged drug kingpin and ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding arrested after years on the run

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 18:49
Wedding, who had been on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, is accused of running a transnational drug trafficking operation.

Alleged drug kingpin and ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding arrested after years on the run

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 18:49
Wedding, who had been on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, is accused of running a transnational drug trafficking operation.

Julio Iglesias sex assault investigation dropped by Spanish prosecutors

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 17:53
They say Spanish courts do not have the competence to investigate complaints committed overseas by non-residents.

Trump remarks about Nato troops in Afghanistan are 'insulting', says Starmer

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 17:42
The US president's comments have sparked outrage among UK veterans and politicians.

Somaliland president pitches business opportunities to Trump's son

Fri, 01/23/2026 - 16:59
He also met his counterpart from Israel which has recognised the independence of the breakaway region.

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