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BBC News - World
Disbelief as tragedy hits Swiss ski resort on New Year's Day -- BBC's Silvia Costeloe says the fire happened in the beating heart of lively Crans-Montana.
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Stranger Things draws to an epic and emotional close -- Fans gathered at premieres in cities across the US and Canada to watch the finale on the big screen. -- Culture8 hours ago
Brazil legend Roberto Carlos recovering in hospital -- Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos is "recovering well" after undergoing what he describes as "a preventative medical procedure". -- Football8 hours ago
Netherlands police face 'unprecedented' New Year's violence -- Reports of fireworks and other explosives being thrown are widespread across the country.14 hours ago
Zelensky says peace deal is 90% ready in New Year address -- Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.21 hours ago
US military says five killed in latest strike on alleged drug boats -- The latest strike comes as the US Coast Guard searches for survivors of another that happened a day earlier.16 hours ago
New discovery may challenge theory Vikings built first Irish towns - researcher -- Dr Dirk Brandherm and his colleagues have identified more than 600 suspected house platforms in the Brusselstown Ring.12 hours ago
Condom tax and cheaper childcare: China's plan to boost birth rates -- Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.1 day ago
Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital after Nigeria car crash -- Two of the former world champion's closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.1 day ago
Bulgaria joins the euro after rocky path to new currency -- The move is dividing the nation - some welcome it as a bold leap forwards, but others fear it will lead to economic stagnation.1 day ago
Disney worker hurt stopping 180-kg fake boulder from hitting audience -- The worker is "recovering" after he was seen on video being knocked off his feet by the 400-lb (180kg) rubber Indiana Jones prop.23 hours ago
Social media fuelled Mamdani's rise. Can he keep the momentum as New York mayor? -- To succeed in office he will need to keep his supporters engaged with day-to-day governing, experts say.12 hours ago
What we know about the Switzerland ski resort fire -- Several dozen people are presumed to have died in the fire at a New Year party in the resort of Crans-Montana.15 hours ago
Passenger describes 'chaos' after head-on Machu Picchu train collision -- Tourist Niels Honkoop says shattered glass littered the carriage floor and injured people were lying in the aisles.1 day ago
In pictures: New Year welcomed around the world -- From spectacular firework displays to chilly sea dips, nations celebrate the start of 2026.1 day ago
The 'thorny' issues that threaten to derail a Russia-Ukraine peace deal -- Two of the main sticking points involve territory and the fate of Europe's biggest nuclear plant, which is currently occupied by Russia.2 days ago
What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg -- The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.1 day ago
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim New York City Mayor -- The Democratic politician took his oath over a Quran in the disused Old City Hall subway station.20 hours ago
Watch: Historic Amsterdam church engulfed by fire on New Year's Eve -- The blaze was thought to have started just after midnight and was swiftly declared a major fire18 hours ago
Fireworks, drums and light shows: How the world is welcoming 2026 -- Countries around the world celebrated the new year with colourful shows and long-held traditions.1 day ago
Watch: Stunning celestial events that lit up the skies in 2025 -- From meteor showers to supermoons, here are some of the sights that wowed stargazers this year.1 day ago
Trump says health is 'perfect' amid ageing concerns -- In an interview about his health, Trump talked about using hand makeup, getting by on little sleep and taking lots of aspirin.19 minutes ago
'You're invisible, you don't exist' - life without a birth certificate -- Millions around the world are living in the shadows as stateless people as they lack official papers.46 minutes ago
Deadly clashes between protesters and security forces as Iran unrest grows -- Videos on social media showed cars set on fire during running battles as protests entered their fifth day.46 minutes ago
'I hid from a wall of heat': Eyewitnesses describe escape from Swiss bar inferno -- One young man told the BBC he went into the bar to look for his little brother, who he thought was inside.10 hours ago
Retiring Khawaja criticises 'racial stereotypes' -- Australia batter Usman Khawaja says he has been treated unfairly by the media and former players as he announces his retirement from international cricket.3 hours ago
Around 40 dead in Swiss ski resort bar fire, police say -- A further 115 are injured, some severely, in a fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana ski resort, officials say.6 hours ago