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Iran students stage first large anti-government protests since deadly crackdown

February 22, 2026

The student protesters honoured thousands of those killed when nationwide mass protests were put down last month.

Killing of nationalist student leaves French far left in deep trouble as elections loom

February 21, 2026

Far-left militants are suspected of being behind Quentin Deranque's death and the party of Jean-Luc Mélenchon is being widely condemned.

Nasa astronauts' moon mission delayed due to rocket issue

February 22, 2026

The mission to the far side of the Moon and back will be postponed after problems with were spotted with its rocket, a Nasa official said.

Divers recover bodies of seven Chinese tourists from bottom of Lake Baikal

February 21, 2026

A Russian driver also died when their mini-bus plunged under the ice to the bottom of the lake in Siberia.

Palestinian Authority in dire straits as Israel's hold on West Bank deepens

February 21, 2026

More than 30 years after its creation, there are increasing warnings that the PA is close to collapse.

Israeli strikes kill at least 10 in Lebanon, officials say

February 21, 2026

The strikes are among the deadliest in Lebanon since a ceasefire ended the war between Israel and Hezbollah.

Giant tortoises return to Galápagos island after nearly 200 years

February 21, 2026

The native species was driven to extinction by sailors in the 1800s. Now, 158 juvenile giant tortoises have been reintroduced to the island.

Family of Palestinian-American man killed in West Bank demand accountability

February 22, 2026

Nasrallah Abu Siyam was the sixth American citizen killed by Israeli settlers or soldiers in the West Bank in the last two years.

Anna Murdoch-Mann, writer and former News Corp director, dies aged 81

February 21, 2026

The author, journalist and philanthropist died at home in Florida, according to Rupert Murdoch's news outlets.

Katseye's Manon to take 'temporary hiatus' to focus on health

February 21, 2026

The six-person girl group say the decision was made following "open and thoughtful conversations together".

Trump says he is considering limited military strike on Iran

February 21, 2026

Trump's new threat came a day after he appeared to give Iran about 10 days to agree to a deal to curb its nuclear programme.

Avalanches kill five in Austrian Alps, officials say

February 21, 2026

A man skiing with his son was among the victims on Friday, bringing the region's avalanche death toll this season to at least 21.

Italian toddler dies after transplant with heart 'burned by frostbite'

February 21, 2026

The heart given to two-year-old Domenico was reportedly severely damaged during its transfer to hospital.

Tumbler Ridge suspect's ChatGPT account banned before shooting

February 21, 2026

OpenAI said the account's activity did not meet the threshold to flag it to authorities when it was identified.

Nasa targets early March to send humans back around the Moon

February 20, 2026

Nasa sets the launch date following a successful "wet dress rehearsal" of the Artemis II mission.

Venezuelan opposition politician released after amnesty law passed

February 20, 2026

Juan Pablo Guanipa announces that he has been freed after "almost nine months" of imprisonment.

Austrian climber found guilty after girlfriend froze to death on mountain

February 20, 2026

The woman died of hypothermia during a climbing trip on the Grossglockner mountain in January 2025.

Rare prison sentences handed to Cameroon soldiers after killing of 21 civilians

February 20, 2026

In a rare occurence, three soldiers were handed jail terms for killings in the troubled Anglophone region.

French soldier dies after being shot in head during 'game' with other soldiers

February 20, 2026

According to prosecutors, the game - known within the military - involves attempting to disarm a colleague and disable their weapon.

Dog trained to illegally dump rubbish, Italian authorities say

February 20, 2026

"Ingenuity can never become an alibi for incivility", the City of Catania warns.

Asos co-founder dies after Thailand apartment block fall

February 20, 2026

Quentin Griffiths co-founded Asos in 2000 and remained a significant shareholder after leaving the firm five years later.

Mother and infant burnt to death in Indian state over witchcraft allegations

February 20, 2026

Eyewitnesses say a mob stormed the woman's home after rumours spread that she was practising witchcraft.

Hamas holds vote to choose new interim leader, source tells BBC

February 20, 2026

The armed group is electing a new head after its top leaders were killed by Israel.

How will Trump's new global tariffs work and what's next?

February 21, 2026

The Supreme Court's decision has led questions over whether people can get a refund over the unlawful tariffs.

Civilians to soldiers: how four years of war has changed ordinary Ukrainians

February 21, 2026

Seven Ukrainian men and women in uniform reveal how Russia's invasion in 2022 has changed them.

Catch of the day: Pictures from spectacular Nigerian fishing festival

February 21, 2026

Days of competition culminate in a fishing contest rooted in efforts to cement local peace.

Iran's motorcycling midwife and rights campaigner is star of Oscar-tipped film

February 21, 2026

In a room of 1,500 men, Sara Shahverdi becomes the only female leader in her region of Iran - a new film joins her as she pushes for change.

How photography helped the British empire classify India

February 21, 2026

A new exhibition in Delhi showcases 200 rare photographs that fixed identities in colonial India.

How Eric Dane gave his final months to 'moving the needle' on ALS

February 20, 2026

The Grey's Anatomy star spent his last months campaigning towards a cure for the rare, incurable condition.

The Russian village that lost its men to war

February 20, 2026

In the remote village of Sedanka in Russia's Far East, almost all of its fighting-age men have left to join the Ukraine war.

Tariffs ruling is major blow to Trump's second-term agenda

February 21, 2026

The Supreme Court has weakened Trump's hand in dealing with other nations, writes Anthony Zurcher.

Trump's foreign policy dilemma laid bare by Iran tensions

February 20, 2026

The president’s calls for peace and willingness to exert military power can at times feel like competing impulses.

Trump tariffs ripped up global trade order. What now?

February 20, 2026

If you think the Supreme Court ruling heralds a return to pre-Trump business as usual - think again.

Giant tortoises return to Galápagos island after nearly 200 years

February 21, 2026

One hundred and fifty eight captive-bred juvenile tortoises were released on the Galápagos island of Floreana.

Why haven't more Americans faced charges in the Epstein case?

February 20, 2026

Sarah Smith explains why so far, no Americans, beyond Epstein and Maxwell, have faced criminal investigations.

Watch: The day Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested

February 20, 2026

The former prince spent the day at a police station in Norfolk, before being released under investigation.

Flying oranges: Italian town celebrates carnival with historic street battle

February 16, 2026

A town in northern Italy has started celebrating carnival with its annual Battle of the Oranges where people hurl the fruit at each other for fun.

Giant robot tribute to Brazil's President Lula comes last in carnival competition

February 19, 2026

Rio de Janeiro's iconic Carnival parades began with a tribute to Brazil's President Lula, illustrating his rise from poverty to power.

Watch: Moment crew docks at International Space Station

February 15, 2026

The crew blasted off from Cape Canaveral in a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft atop a Falcon 9 rocket.

Tribes grant the Colorado River legal personhood - can this help save it?

February 14, 2026

The river, which runs through seven US states that share it, is currently facing the worst drought in 1,200 years.

Gasps and disbelief in US as 'Quad God's' Olympic dream crumbles

February 14, 2026

The BBC visited the skating rink in Virginia where the ‘Quad God’ trains, as his closest friends and teammates expected to watch him win gold.