Page Updated: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 11:38 AM ET

BBC News - World

Father-of-eight killed in San Diego mosque shooting hailed as hero -- Security guard Amin Abdullah, one of three killed in the attack, was described as "a shining light".

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Two bodies of missing Italians recovered from inside Maldives cave -- The two were among four divers located in the furthest chamber in the cave and their bodies were recovered by specialist divers.

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Uncontrolled California wildfires seen from space -- Some 750 firefighters are tackling the uncontrolled blazes supported by water-dropping helicopters.

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Victim or enabler? Epstein girlfriend who could face questions despite plea deal - Nadia Marcinko is relatively unknown but may soon be called before US legislators. 5 hrs ago

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Son of Mango boss arrested over father's fatal fall from cliff -- Isak, 71, died in December 2024 after falling from a ravine while walking in the Montserrat mountains near Barcelona. -- Just now

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Irish president continues first official UK visit -- It is President Connolly's first official visit to Great Britain since her inauguration in November.

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Israeli detention of President Connolly's sister 'unacceptable' - Irish PM -- Dr Margaret Connolly is among 12 Irish citizens on board the aid flotilla which was boarded by Israeli forces.

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Selling children to survive: Afghan fathers forced to make impossible choices -- In Afghanistan today, a staggering three in four people cannot meet their basic needs.

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Jackson Pollock painting sells for record $181m at auction -- The Abstract Expressionist's Number 7A, 1948 painting is now his most expensive artwork ever sold at auction.

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Two dead in Spain shooting, with babies reportedly among injured -- Police say a 25-year-old man is suspected of killing his parents and injuring four others in southern Spain.

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Tasmanian government apologises over stolen body parts scandal -- An investigation found that 177 human specimens from dozens of bodies were secretly kept by a museum.

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Starbucks Korea sacks CEO over controversial 'Tank Day' promotion -- Starbucks withdrew the campaign for its drink tumblers after many said it referenced a bloody crackdown.

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Trump says he called off new Iran attack at request of Gulf states -- The US president says he is holding off on an attack planned for Tuesday as "serious negotiations are now taking place".

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What really holds China and Russia together -- The relationship endures despite a power imbalance, with both sides recognising that it is too important to fail.

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The Republican who stood up to Trump is hoping for a big win against president -- Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie, who has crossed Trump on federal spending and the Epstein files, faces Republican voters.

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'FedEx says your parcel has drugs': The scam that trapped an Indian comedian -- Ankita Shrivastav is among millions of Indians who fall prey to cybercrimes every year.

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Trump told Taiwan not to 'go independent' - but does it want to? -- Taiwan independence is the reddest of red lines for China, which claims the island as its own.

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What is Ebola and why is stopping the latest outbreak so difficult? -- An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare strain and is in an area affected by conflict.

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Anti-government demonstrators and police clash in Bolivia -- Protesters have been calling for the president to resign after weeks-long unrest.

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'I sold it for over £1k': Swatch launch sparks 'chaotic' scenes -- Some shoppers have been trying to resell a new line of watches priced at £335 each for up to £16,000.

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Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air at US air show -- Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision.

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Eurovision winner Dara arrives to screaming fans in Bulgaria -- The 27-year-old's tune Bangaranga won Bulgaria its first ever title in the song contest.

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Lights, camera, Bangaranga: Highlights from Eurovision -- Bulgarian singer Dara stormed to victory in the contest, while Ukraine broke the record for the longest note ever sung at Eurovision.

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Watch: Crews battle blaze as thousands evacuated near Los Angeles -- The Sandy Fire ignited in the city of Simi Valley and spread across 1,364 acres (550 hectares) with minimal containment as of Tuesday, officials said.

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Watch: Can a Republican win an election while at war with Trump? -- Thomas Massie, the Republican congressman from Kentucky who led the release of the Epstein files, is running against a Trump-backed primary challenger.

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Israeli minister Smotrich says ICC prosecutor seeking warrant for his arrest -- The Hague-based court declines to comment, saying applications for warrants are classified as secret.

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Ebola outbreak may be spreading faster than first thought, WHO doctor warns -- Hundreds of cases are suspected in central Africa but experts fear the actual number may be much higher.

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American who contracted Ebola in DR Congo evacuated for treatment -- A medical group says an American doctor tested positive after being exposed while treating patients.

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