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Analysis and commentary on current events around the world.
Jeffries backs Hegseth impeachment as Democrats vow probes of Trump allies
Democratic lawmakers are mapping out their post-midterm agenda with pledges to lead committee investigations into Trump.
Iran war live: Trump says land blockade in effect; drone cuts power in Iraq
More than 70 percent of northern Iraq's Kurdish region is without power after a drone struck the Khor Mor gas facility,
Nvidia CEO’s affair sparks Chinese espionage probe
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has admitted to an affair with a woman suspected of spying for China.
Mexican mayor found alive after hours-long abduction
Rio Bravo mayor freed by captors after being abducted in Zacatecas state, known for cartel-linked violence.
Chancellor Merz to nominate Aigner as Germany’s first woman president
Ilse Aigner, speaker of the Bavarian state parliament, belongs to the Christian Social Union in Bavaria (CSU) party.
NASA is looking for astronauts to live and work on the Moon
NASA needs more recruits in order to return to the moon after being gone more than half a century.
Lopez double fires Barcelona to win at Atletico Madrid
Fermin Lopez brace has Barcelona come from behind to win 2-1 at Atletico Madrid to go three points clear in La Liga.
President Milei welcomes Pope Leo during historic visit to Argentina
Pope Leo XIV's visit marks the first papal trip to Argentina in nearly four decades, amid tensions with the government.
US chipmaker Nvidia investigates CEO Jensen Huang over affair
Jensen Huang confirmed to staff reports he had been having an affair with a woman accused of spying for China.
Doctor who treated victims of Krakow shooting speaks to the BBC
Two doctors were eating near the city's Main Market Square when a gunman began firing at random.
Why Trump wants UFC chief Dana White as his new White House press secretary
The two have business ties going back decades, and White has helped Trump reach out to younger voters.
Aramco Tower hit in heart of Saudi capital as Houthis launch fresh strikes
Footage authenticated by BBC Verify shows damage to the building in the capital's central financial district.
Deadly sand cliff collapses on displaced families in Gaza
Why Abdul El-Sayed’s ‘JD, habibi’ is going viral online
‘JD, habibi’ is going viral after Michigan Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed used the phrase to mock JD Vance in a speech.
Iran waiting to resume talks after US midterms ‘shock’Iranian Foreign Minis
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says there has been no progress in talks with the US.
Pope Leo XIV delivers homily to thousands in Uruguay
Rangoli makers adapt to rising costs to preserve colourful Diwali tradition
Rangoli makers in India are adapting to rising material costs by turning to organic alternatives.
Iran threatens to ‘rain down hell’ if US escalates war
President Trump warns that US forces are 'locked and loaded' and ready to strike, if necessary.