The world in a glance.

Nearly 1,200 children killed or injured in Yemen despite truce: NGO

Save the Children says nearly one in two child casualties are due to landmines and explosive remnants of war.

Eight ‌Muslim-majority countries 'strongly condemn' Israel's new death penalty law

Eight ‌Muslim-majority countries have "strongly condemned" a new Israeli law which makes death by hanging ​a default ‌sentence for Palestinians convicted…

How a year of tariffs cost Americans more than they saved

Trump’s tariffs were supposed to make the US richer. American households paid $1,500 more.

Holiday island is cloaked by Saharan dust storm - turning its blue skies blood red

The island of Crete, known for its blue skies, is seeing red - thanks to a cloud of Saharan dust.

World's oldest living land animal 'alive' after getting caught up in alleged crypto scam

A giant Seychelles tortoise, believed to be the world’s oldest living land animal, is alive and well after claims he had died turned out to be part of an alleged crypto scam.

‘It all depends on the crop’: Gulf crisis hits South Asia farmers

As sowing season approaches across the region, farmers face scarcity and rising cost of fertiliser.

Alleged Bondi Beach gunman loses bid to suppress identities of family

A terror suspect accused of killing 15 people in a shooting spree on Bondi Beach has lost a bid to protect the identities of family members.

Clear market uncertainty despite latest Trump attempt to soothe concerns

The latest attempt by Donald Trump to ease uncertainty over the US and Israel's war on Iran has only heightened investor concerns.

Trump urges countries ‘get involved’ in war on Iran if they can’t get fuel

US President Donald Trump says nations that rely on oil from the Strait of Hormuz should build up some delayed courage.

Gambia police fire tear gas at rally over rearrest of siblings

Police fired tear gas and water cannons at protesters in the Gambia who were demanding the release of two siblings.

Tiger Woods declines 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy; can leave US for treatment

The 15-time major winner will focus on health following his car crash and subsequent DUI arrest on Friday.

Magnitude 7.4 earthquake hits off Indonesia, killing one

The quake struck between the islands of Manado and Ternate. Tsunami warnings have now been lifted.

Trump leaves key questions unanswered as he seeks to calm nerves over Iran war

There were some glaring omissions in the US president's primetime address, writes the BBC's Gary O'Donoghue.

Magnitude 7.4 quake hits off Indonesia’s Ternate, tsunami warning lifted

The ​epicentre of the ⁠earthquake was about ⁠120km (75 miles) from Ternate, in Indonesia's North Maluku ‌province.

Artemis II successfully launches four astronauts into space

NASA successfully launched four astronauts into space on Wednesday evening, for a 10-day flight to the moon.

Watch the moment Artemis II blasts into space

After delays and technical issues, the first crewed Moon mission in 50 years finally took off from Florida and is now in Earth's orbit.

Watch the moment Artemis II blasts into space on historic mission

After delays and technical issues, the first crewed Moon mission in 50 years finally took off from Florida and is now in Earth's orbit.

NASA successfully launches historic Artemis II moon mission

The mission is a major step in NASA’s plan to return humans to the moon and eventually send astronauts to Mars.

Utah teen identified as victim of serial killer Ted Bundy

New DNA testing has solved the 51-year-old case of murdered teenager Laura Ann Aime, according to investigators.

US Supreme Court appears sceptical of Trump plan to limit birthright citizenship

Trump attended the arguments in person, a rare move by a sitting president.

NASA moon mission a ‘contrast’ to US war on Iran, says US senator

Astronauts have boarded NASA’s Orion capsule as they prepare for the first crewed lunar mission in more than 50 years.

SpaceX files to go public, paving way to make Elon Musk first trillionaire

Company has captured public attention through vast network of satellites and focus on space exploration.

What are the consequences of Israel’s death penalty law for Palestinians?

Israel has become the first country to vote in favour of capital punishment in the 21st century.

‘Which interests being served by war?’ Iran’s Pezeshkian asks US public

In open letter, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian urges people in US to see beyond 'flood of distortions' as war rages.

Burundi says at least 13 killed, dozens injured in military base blast

Army spokesperson says houses, buildings, vehicles ​and military equipment were destroyed in ammunition depot blast.

India begins counting its population in historic census

India has begun counting its around 1.4 billion population in the world’s largest census, its first since 2011.

'System malfunction' causes more than 100 driverless taxis to stop mid-traffic

A system failure caused more than 100 driverless cars to suddenly stop mid-traffic in China.

Palestinians in West Bank protest, strike against Israeli death penalty law

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas's Fatah party had called for the strike.

Memorial honours Indonesian UN peacekeeper killed in Lebanon

Families and colleagues held a memorial for UN peacekeeper Farizal Rhomadhon.

Why Iran says its universities are being targeted

Iran reportedly follows through on threat on American universities, after attacks on two Iranian research universities.

Iraq coach says World Cup can help ‘change perception’ of country

Over those past four decades, Iraq has faced a number of crises, including wars and separatist movements.

Iran authorities await war ‘victory’ as supporters mark 1979 anniversary

Officials, government supporters take to streets to mark Islamic Republic Day, even as US, Israel continue bombing.

What do Trump's latest comments on leaving Nato mean for the alliance?

Trump has criticised Nato members for showing a lack of support for US objectives in Iran.

Families cram into Greek court for trial into deadliest train crash

Fifty-seven people were killed when two trains collided in 2023 in the worst rail accident in Greek history, with 36 accused in a trial expected to last years.

UK to host meeting of 35 countries on reopening Strait of Hormuz

Before talks with 35 countries, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says reopening strait 'will not be easy'.

Iran denies Trump’s claim Iranian president requested ceasefire

Donald Trump says US will continue 'blasting Iran into oblivion' until Strait of Hormuz is reopened.

Ali Zafar wins defamation case against Meesha Shafi: Why it matters

Shafi’s 2018 sexual harassment allegations against Zafar are widely seen as Pakistan’s highest‑profile #MeToo case.

Peter Magyar, the former Orban ally vying for power in Hungary

Magyar represents the biggest threat to Viktor Orban's rule in Hungary since he won the first of four consecutive victories in 2010.

Russia imposing ban on all gasoline exports due to Iran war

Russia imposing ban on all gasoline exports due to Iran war

‘The World Cup curse’: Outcry as Italy miss out for third time in a row

Italy's sport minister says football federation boss should step down after national team loses playoff to Bosnia.

Devastated Italians reckon with 'third apocalypse' of World Cup failure

Azzurri fans and management alike are pondering what went wrong after Italy fail to qualify for third World Cup in a row.

How are NATO allies pushing back against Trump’s Iran war demands?

Trump says he is considering a NATO exit as allies resist cooperation in US-Israel war on Iran.

UK PM says Iran war will impact Britain’s future

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the war on Iran will shape Britain’s future.

Lamine Yamal angered by 'ignorant and racist' chants at Spain-Egypt friendly

Lamine Yamal has criticised "racist and ignorant" chants heard during Spain's friendly against Egypt that have led to a police investigation.

US Supreme Court to hear constitutional test of birthright citizenship

Advocates warn of fallout for immigrants as challenge Trump executive order is heard before US top court.

Mass robotaxi malfunction halts traffic in Chinese city

Baidu has not responded to a request for comment about the outage, which affected at least 100 cars.

Iraq celebrates qualification for FIFA World Cup 2026

The Lions of Mesopotamia secured their World Cup spot with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bolivia amid war backdrop.

Iran war economic shocks will last 'months', says Australia's PM

Anthony Albanese used a rare TV address to tell Australians that the "months ahead may not be easy" amid the global effects of the war.

Israel intensifies Lebanon attacks and hits areas not in Hezbollah's control

Attacks have continued as Israel has announced its intention to control swathes of south Lebanon.

Israel kills 7 people in Beirut, Hezbollah fights invasion in south Lebanon

The Israeli military says it aimed to kill a senior Hezbollah commander as it launched its latest attacks on Beirut.