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Trump hails Charlie Kirk as 'martyr' as thousands fill memorial service

Trump hails Charlie Kirk as 'martyr' as thousands fill memorial service

September 22, 2025

The US president broke with the forgiveness message of Kirk's widow, Erika, to say he hated his opponents.

Watch: Prayer, tears and a Trump-Musk handshake at Kirk memorial

Watch: Prayer, tears and a Trump-Musk handshake at Kirk memorial

September 22, 2025

The five-hour service saw top officials from the Trump administration pay tribute to the conservative activist.

UK says Israel must not retaliate against Palestinian statehood push

UK says Israel must not retaliate against Palestinian statehood push

September 22, 2025

Yvette Cooper spoke to the BBC as France and more countries prepare to follow the UK and recognise Palestinian statehood.

My three boys starved to death. I hope angels bring them home, says Afghan mother

My three boys starved to death. I hope angels bring them home, says Afghan mother

September 22, 2025

The deaths of Ghulam and Nazo’s children are evidence of a silent wave of mortality engulfing Afghanistan, where malnutrition is at unprecedented levels.

South Korea would accept a Trump-Kim deal to freeze nuclear programme, president tells BBC

South Korea would accept a Trump-Kim deal to freeze nuclear programme, president tells BBC

September 22, 2025

Lee Jae Myung tells the BBC he wants to restore trust with North Korea.

Super typhoon hits Philippines as thousands evacuate

Super typhoon hits Philippines as thousands evacuate

September 22, 2025

Ragasa has hit northern Philippines and is barrelling towards southern China.

Anger in Australia after telecom outage linked to deaths

Anger in Australia after telecom outage linked to deaths

September 22, 2025

The outage left hundreds of people unable to contact emergency services and has been linked to multiple deaths.

European airport disruption continues after weekend cyber-attack

European airport disruption continues after weekend cyber-attack

September 22, 2025

Brussels Airport asks airlines to cancel nearly half of their outgoing flights on Monday.

Outdoor brand Arc'teryx apologises for 'dragon' fireworks in Himalayas

Outdoor brand Arc'teryx apologises for 'dragon' fireworks in Himalayas

September 22, 2025

Officials are investigating the firm after the display drew backlash for its potential environmental impact.

Botswana declares public holiday after 'historic' athletics gold medal

Botswana declares public holiday after 'historic' athletics gold medal

September 22, 2025

President Duma Boko congratulates the men's 4x400m relay team for winning gold at the World Athletic Championships.

Trump pushes justice department to prosecute his political opponents

Trump pushes justice department to prosecute his political opponents

September 22, 2025

The president expresses frustration that "nothing is being done" and calls on Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate his opponents.

Bodies of three transgender people found in Pakistan

Bodies of three transgender people found in Pakistan

September 21, 2025

Police said the victims were shot dead by unidentified assailants in the southern city of Karachi.

I spent $8,000 to get back to US after fears over Trump visa deadline

I spent $8,000 to get back to US after fears over Trump visa deadline

September 21, 2025

US officials later clarified current H-1B holders were unaffected but immigration lawyers already advised people to return.

California bans most law enforcement including ICE from wearing masks

California bans most law enforcement including ICE from wearing masks

September 21, 2025

Law enforcement officials will also be required to identify themselves while conducting duties by both name and badge number.

Heathrow warns of second day of disruption after cyber-attack

Heathrow warns of second day of disruption after cyber-attack

September 21, 2025

The issue affecting check-in and baggage systems caused hundreds of delays and cancellations on Saturday.

BBC's Steve Rosenberg attends 'Russia's answer to Eurovision'

BBC's Steve Rosenberg attends 'Russia's answer to Eurovision'

September 21, 2025

Vietnam was among 23 countries competing in a glitzy Russian song contest, revived three years after Russia was banned from Eurovision.

Watch: Philippines anti-corruption protests turn violent

Watch: Philippines anti-corruption protests turn violent

September 21, 2025

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of the capital Manila, with some clashing with police.

Recognising Palestinian statehood opens another question - who would lead it?

Recognising Palestinian statehood opens another question - who would lead it?

September 21, 2025

With the president approaching 90 years of age and another possible candidate in jail, finding the right leadership would be a challenge

Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa shock: Why US may lose more than India

Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa shock: Why US may lose more than India

September 22, 2025

India may adapt, but the US risks losing skilled workers who have helped build the Silicon Valley and hospitals.

Global conflicts drive demand for war risk insurance

Global conflicts drive demand for war risk insurance

September 22, 2025

Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are fuelling take-up of cover against impact and damage.

Modi's tax cuts will give India a festive  spending boost

Modi's tax cuts will give India a festive spending boost

September 22, 2025

Lower consumer taxes are expected to ease some of the impact of Trump's 50% tariffs on India.

How Russian-funded fake news network aims to disrupt election in Europe - BBC investigation

How Russian-funded fake news network aims to disrupt election in Europe - BBC investigation

September 21, 2025

An undercover reporter discovers a network is offering to pay for social media posts undermining Moldova’s ruling party.

Watch: Is America divided? Charlie Kirk supporters weigh in

Watch: Is America divided? Charlie Kirk supporters weigh in

September 22, 2025

The BBC spoke to Americans who travelled to Arizona to attend the late conservative activist's memorial service.

Israel will occupy more West Bank land, but recognition matters, mayor tells BBC

Israel will occupy more West Bank land, but recognition matters, mayor tells BBC

September 21, 2025

Palestinians living in the West Bank describe the impact of Israel's occupying control.

Global conflicts drive demand for war risk insurance

Global conflicts drive demand for war risk insurance

September 22, 2025

Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are fuelling take-up of cover against impact and damage.

Modi's tax cuts will give India a festive  spending boost

Modi's tax cuts will give India a festive spending boost

September 22, 2025

Lower consumer taxes are expected to ease some of the impact of Trump's 50% tariffs on India.

I took a job on a whim on New Year's Eve - and ended up stranded at sea for six months

I took a job on a whim on New Year's Eve - and ended up stranded at sea for six months

September 21, 2025

What would you do if you were stuck on a ship, far from loved ones, and you had no idea how - or when - you’d get home?

Murdered Kenyan's friends want UK soldier to face justice

Murdered Kenyan's friends want UK soldier to face justice

September 21, 2025

Friends of the stabbed 21-year-old Kenyan woman recount to the BBC events on the night she went missing.

Watch: Prayer, tears and a Trump-Musk handshake at Kirk memorial

Watch: Prayer, tears and a Trump-Musk handshake at Kirk memorial

September 22, 2025

The five-hour service saw top officials from the Trump administration pay tribute to the conservative activist.

Watch: Keir Starmer says UK recognises Palestinian state

Watch: Keir Starmer says UK recognises Palestinian state

September 21, 2025

Prime Minister Starmer says the move will "revive the hope of peace" but Israel says it is "nothing but a reward for jihadist Hamas".

BBC's Steve Rosenberg attends 'Russia's answer to Eurovision'

BBC's Steve Rosenberg attends 'Russia's answer to Eurovision'

September 21, 2025

Vietnam was among 23 countries competing in a glitzy Russian song contest, revived three years after Russia was banned from Eurovision.

Watch: Philippines anti-corruption protests turn violent

Watch: Philippines anti-corruption protests turn violent

September 21, 2025

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of the capital Manila, with some clashing with police.

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