The world in a glance.

Trump is waging war based on instinct and it isn't working

One month into the conflict in Iran, Trump's gut-instinct approach is not proving effective.

Prison phone call recordings raise questions over ex-Abercrombie boss' fitness for trial

Mike Jeffries' lawyers argue that he is suffering with dementia and late onset of Alzheimer's disease.

How deepfake porn scandal surrounding TV star rocked Germany

Collien Fernandes has accused her ex-husband of spreading images of her online, but he has categorically denied it.

Think Love Island is bad? Wait until you see the AI fruit version

Like in Love Island, the characters - or fruits - compete for a chance to couple up and stay on the island.

Vice President JD Vance tops CPAC’s straw poll to be US president in 2028

Secretary of State Marco Rubio, however, made advances in this year's informal poll about who might succeed Trump.

Key moments in first month of US-Israeli war on Iran

One month after US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, the conflict has escalated across the Middle East.

Air strikes in Iraq kill three PMF fighters, two police

Iraq turning into 'expanding battleground' in war, which began on February 28 with US-Israeli strikes on Iran.

Large crowds attend 'No Kings' rallies against Trump across US

Tens of thousands of anti-Trump protesters have been attending "No Kings" rallies on Saturday across the US.

Reza Pahlavi pledges to ‘make Iran great again’ at 2026 CPAC conference

Iranian opposition leader calls on Trump administration to 'stay the course' as the US and Israel wage war on Iran.

Frosting, sprinkles and layers of fun: Giant cake picnic hits Sydney

Hundreds of bakers head to the city's botanic gardens to share and savour their colourful creations.

Could Ukraine’s drone expertise serve Gulf countries?

Gulf nations seek new defence partnerships as Iran war escalates.

Missiles hit southern Israeli city of Eilat

Israeli social media posts show a strike in the Israeli city of Eilat.

Two Cuba-bound aid ships found days after disappearing

The crew are safe and will complete their mission, a spokesman for the organisers said.

Potential Houthi threat to Red Sea shipping could further damage global economy

The Iran-backed group could bring a second crucial waterway to a standstill, writes Sebastian Usher.

Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike, say broadcasters

The Israeli military confirms it killed Ali Shoeib from the Hezbollah-affiliated Al Manar TV.

Thousands march through London in stand against the far right

Organisers say 'Together Alliance' event was the largest anti-far-right march in British history.

‘No Kings’ protests erupt across the US, with a Minnesota focus

Saturday's rallies mark the third round of 'No Kings' protests since President Trump took office for a second term.

Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli airstrike on car

All three people who died in an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon were television journalists, it has been confirmed.

As war rages, Iranian politicians push for exit from nuclear weapons treaty

While US-Israeli attacks hit key infrastructure, hardliners demand withdrawal from Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.

Senegal parade AFCON trophy, despite title being awarded to Morocco

Senegal parade AFCON trophy at Stade de France ahead of friendly against Peru, despite being stripped of the title.

Israeli forces intensify attacks on Beirut

Israeli forces launched renewed attacks in southern Beirut, as the UN warns of an imminent humanitarian catastrophe.

Three journalists killed in Israeli strike on marked press car in Lebanon

Lebanon's president condemns 'blatant crime', as Israeli strikes kill more journalists.

Twenty-two migrants die off Greek coast after six days at sea

Poor weather and a lack of food and water contributed to the deaths, the Greek coastguard says.

Morocco claims AFCON case closed, despite Senegal appeals to CAF and CAS

Morocco believe their successful appeal against their 1-0 defeat by Senegal means the case of the AFCON crown is closed.

Expectant mothers in Cuba struggle under fuel blockade

The BBC's Will Grant speaks to two women experiencing starkly different realities as the country's energy crisis impacts their pregnancies.

At least 22 migrants die off Greece after 6 days at sea

Survivors tell authorities the bodies of those who died were thrown overboard by people smugglers.

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff meet in Miami Open final

Sabalenka seeks tennis's 'Sunshine Double', while Florida's own Gauff has reached the final for the first time.

Iran warns neighbours not to let ‘enemies run the war’ from their land

President Pezeshkian's warning is the latest by Tehran to neighbours not to allow their territory to be used in the war.

Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular arrested on battery charge in Florida

Peters is accused of instigating a fight between two women and then posting a video of it online, authorities say.

Pakistan’s Naseem Shah under fire after criticism of politician’s PSL visit

Pakistan's Naseem Shah under fire for slamming politician's presence at start of closed-doors PSL game in Lahore.

Caster Semenya shapes up for new battle with the International Olympic Committee

For Caster Semenya, the new Olympics rules are not about providing clarity and protecting women's sport but caving into political pressure, and are discriminatory.

At least 15 US troops wounded in Iran strike on Saudi airbase: Reports

At least five soldiers are reported in serious condition following Iran attack that damaged refuelling aircraft.

Iran footballers pay tribute to victims of school strike at start of war

The Iran national team played for the first time since the Middle East conflict began, losing 2-1 to Nigeria.

Former US defence chief says more war won’t bring peace to Middle East

Leon Panetta, former US Secretary of Defence, says that there is no clear end to the war in Iran.

Protests in Yemen against US-Israeli attacks as Houthis warn of action

Protesters in Yemen took to the streets to voice support for Iran, Palestine, and Lebanon amid US and Israeli attacks.

Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 4 as deal to end war dims

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio voices openness to diverting weapons to Kyiv to support the US attack on Iran.

The war on Iran faces a MAGA backlash

A deep split in the MAGA movement threatens Trump’s Iran war.

Nepal’s ex-PM Oli detained over alleged role in deadly protest crackdown

New home minister says arrest of former leader is the 'beginning of justice'.

Tiger Woods released on bail hours after arrest on suspicion of DUI

US golfer arrested in relation to rollover crash in Florida that did not ⁠cause any significant injuries.

US-Israel war on Iran: What’s happening on day 29 of attacks?

Tensions continue to rise with Iran warning a 'heavy price' will be paid after Israeli air attacks.

Trump claims Iran wants to ‘make a deal’

US President Donald Trump claimed Tehran is seeking a deal and praised the strength of the the US military.

Yemen’s Houthis claim responsibility for a missile attack on Israel

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Nepal's ex-PM arrested over fatal protest crackdown

More than 70 people were killed during an uprising last year which ousted Oli's government.

US Secretary of State says war could conclude in ‘weeks, not months’

US secretary of state Marco Rubio told reporters that the US is seeking to conclude the war in a matter of weeks.

Doncic faces one-game ban after technical foul in Lakers win against Nets

Luka Doncic's 41 points against Nets was soured by his 16th technical foul of the season, triggering a one-game ban.

Tiger Woods released on bail after DUI arrest

Tiger Woods, the 15-time golf major champion, is released on bail following his arrest on charges of driving under the influence following a car crash in Florida.

Gaza peace doubts deepen as attention shifts to Iran

With the world focused on the Iran war, there is increasing uncertainty about what happens next for Gaza.

'Our home is gone': BBC speaks to displaced families in Lebanon

The BBC's Hugo Bachega speaks to families in Beirut as more than a million people have been displaced in Lebanon.

Israel’s unending attacks in Lebanon push country’s population to the brink

Four weeks into the US-Israeli war on Iran, many in Lebanon are suffering under yet another Israeli aggression.

How mothers raise newborn babies during Israel’s offensive in Lebanon

Israeli air strikes on Lebanon forced 29-year-old Hawraa Houmani to flee her village when she was nine months pregnant.