Page Updated: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 3:22 PM ET
BBC News - World
Tornado tears through French village, leaving dozens hurt and homes ravaged -- The south-western village of Pomas was hardest hit, with hundreds of homes damaged and fifteen people taken to hospital. -- Europe
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China hits out at 'illegal' new US sanctions on Iran and trading partners -- The US has threatened to isolate nations that continue to do business with Tehran, which sells much of its oil to Beijing.55 minutes ago
CIA chief travels to Moscow for unannounced talks, US media reports -- Flight tracking data confirms an American military aircraft travelled to Russia from the US via Latvia on Tuesday.2 hours ago
Brain disease in dead NFL players 'higher than previously shown' -- A new study says at least one in four ex-NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had a degenerative brain disease but the true figure could be much higher.5 hours ago
European rights court orders Turkey to free imprisoned businessman -- Philanthropist and activist Osman Kavala has spent almost a decade in jail over charges rights groups say are politically motivated.3 hours ago
Lockerbie bombing trial postponed days before it was due to start -- The trial of a Libyan man is delayed for a third time, after new evidence on the 37-year-old case came to light three days ago.13 hours ago
Swedish military seeks to take over Russian-owned estate near naval base -- The armed forces request the seizure of the plot near Muskö Naval Base citing threats from Russian drones.3 hours ago
French tourist dies in Death Valley after car gets stuck in mud -- The 68-year-old man was found dead in California's salt flats amid 116°F (46.6C) heat.17 hours ago
US firefighters say major blaze near Reno about a quarter contained -- But officials fear that winds could fan the flames for two more days, as many locals remain under evacuation orders.9 hours ago
Caste divide makes summer more scorching in dry Indian region -- Rising heat and water scarcity are deepening old caste inequalities in Bundelkhand region, activists say.11 hours ago
Beyond China's humanoid robots, a quieter machine revolution is unfolding -- There are more than two million robots working in China's factories - and they are scaling up fast.20 hours ago
How Canada could hit back to hurt the US economy - and Trump -- What leverage does Canada, which sells about 70% of its exports to the US, actually have in this spiralling trade dispute?6 hours ago
Divorce, smartphones and control - BBC sees how Taliban run Afghanistan -- Five years after the Taliban's return, the BBC follows senior figures as the group reshapes the country.1 day ago
'Half my business will be gone' - firms in Canada and US fear trade war -- Business owners in both countries are navigating uncertainty and worry as the tit-for-tat import taxes ratchet up.1 day ago
Moment tornado tears through southern France -- The tornado has injured more than 40 people and destroyed homes in villages.18 hours ago
'Scared to death': Thousands evacuate Nevada homes as wildfire spreads -- Tens of thousands of people in the US state have been warned to evacuate as the wildfire spreads in the outskirts of Reno.1 day ago
Is UK's Storm Shadow missile a game changer for Ukraine? -- Correspondent Joe Inwood breaks down the weapons technology that could make a difference in the Russia-Ukraine war.1 day ago
What do locals think of IndyCar in Washington DC? -- US President Donald Trump was among hundreds of people who gathered to see the race through Washington DC streets on Sunday.1 day ago
Watch: Moment humanoid robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m record -- The robot ran the distance in 9.39 seconds at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.3 days ago
Just now -- Spanish government says sorry to people of Ceuta for migrant crisis -- Several thousand migrants remain in the enclave after a mass crossing from Morocco in late July. -- Just now14 minutes ago
Dolly Parton: The life of a legendary country singer -- Iconic country musician Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on her social media.32 minutes ago
US to revoke visas of short-term visitors seeking asylum -- The state department says the number of revocations "remains dynamic" and would be carried out on a rolling basis.55 minutes ago
How do tornadoes form? -- A tornado has torn through the village of Pomas in south-west France, injuring 39 people and damaging hundreds of homes.55 minutes ago
Canada announces 'dollar-for-dollar' retaliatory tariffs on US as high as 50% -- The latest escalation in an ongoing trade war between the US and Canada will see new levies on goods from steel to furniture, fresh tuna and makeup.1 hour ago
Man charged with possession of Semtex near Irish boder granted bail -- Simon O'Donovan, 44, of Sperrin Road in Dublin 12 was granted bail during a hearing at the High Court.1 hour ago
Germany's Merz warns attackers will 'pay price' after drone incident -- A drone attack on Leipzig Airport highlights the "very real threat" faced by the country, the German chancellor says.2 hours ago
Two unvaccinated people die of measles in Pennsylvania -- Cases in the US have hit the highest point since the virus was eliminated, as vaccination rates decline.4 hours ago