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China is trying to play peacemaker in the Iran war - will it work?

China is trying to play peacemaker in the Iran war - will it work?

April 01, 2026

It's a turnaround for Beijing, whose official response has been muted so far. Why is China stepping in now?

Iran using children in security roles in war, reports and witnesses say

Iran using children in security roles in war, reports and witnesses say

March 31, 2026

An 11-year-old is reported to have been killed in an air strike while manning a checkpoint in Tehran.

Israel says it will keep control over part of southern Lebanon after war with Hezbollah ends

Israel says it will keep control over part of southern Lebanon after war with Hezbollah ends

March 31, 2026

Defence Minister Israel Katz also says houses in Lebanese villages near the Israeli border will be demolished.

US journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Baghdad

US journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Baghdad

April 01, 2026

The US state department says a suspect in her abduction has ties to an Iran-backed militia group, Kataib Hezbollah.

Peacekeepers killed by roadside explosion in Lebanon, initial report finds

Peacekeepers killed by roadside explosion in Lebanon, initial report finds

April 01, 2026

The deaths of the two Indonesian nationals came less than a day after another UN peacekeeper - also Indonesian - was killed in Lebanon.

India begins counting more than a billion people in massive census

India begins counting more than a billion people in massive census

April 01, 2026

The two-phase exercise - the world’s most ambitious - will see three million officials count every Indian.

Italian Christmas meal tragedy turns into murder inquiry

Italian Christmas meal tragedy turns into murder inquiry

March 31, 2026

Tests results suggest the two women may have been killed with ricin, according to Italian media, but police still do not have a suspect.

Megan Thee Stallion taken to hospital during Moulin Rouge performance

Megan Thee Stallion taken to hospital during Moulin Rouge performance

April 01, 2026

The rapper "started feeling very ill" mid-way through the show in New York, her representative told US media.

'My six-year-old has nosebleeds': Chiang Mai air pollution sparks health fears

'My six-year-old has nosebleeds': Chiang Mai air pollution sparks health fears

April 01, 2026

It's peak fire season in the Thai city, which now ranks as one of the world's most polluted.

Tiger Woods to 'step away and seek treatment' after crash

Tiger Woods to 'step away and seek treatment' after crash

April 01, 2026

The golf champion was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after clipping a truck and rolling his car in Florida on Friday.

Judge temporarily halts construction of Trump's White House ballroom

Judge temporarily halts construction of Trump's White House ballroom

April 01, 2026

The Republican-appointed judge ruled that Trump was a "steward" of the White House, not the owner.

US Army pilots who flew near Kid Rock's home suspended and then reinstated within hours

US Army pilots who flew near Kid Rock's home suspended and then reinstated within hours

April 01, 2026

The crews of two military helicopters were suspended by the army, then told there would be "no investigation" by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Tech giant Oracle makes 'significant' job cuts

Tech giant Oracle makes 'significant' job cuts

April 01, 2026

It is thought that thousands of people may have lost their jobs at Oracle, one of the world's largest tech companies.

China bans storing cremated remains in empty 'bone ash apartments'

China bans storing cremated remains in empty 'bone ash apartments'

March 31, 2026

China bans 'bone ash apartments' where mourners are storing cremated remains instead of cemeteries.

Wolf bites woman in shock German attack on busy Hamburg shopping street

Wolf bites woman in shock German attack on busy Hamburg shopping street

March 31, 2026

It is believed to be the first wolf attack on a human since the animals began to reestablish themselves in Germany decades ago.

King's state visit to US to go ahead in April, but no Harry meeting

King's state visit to US to go ahead in April, but no Harry meeting

April 01, 2026

Despite political tensions between the US and UK, the King will travel to Washington next month.

Eurovision Song Contest launches first-ever Asia edition

Eurovision Song Contest launches first-ever Asia edition

March 31, 2026

Broadcasters from 10 countries, including South Korea and the Philippines, will be taking part.

Russian oil tanker docks in Cuba ending near-total blockade

Russian oil tanker docks in Cuba ending near-total blockade

March 31, 2026

A Russian oil tanker has docked in Cuba, providing temporary relief after months of shortages.

'Moonshots' and merch - what it's like to be on Florida's Space Coast ahead of Artemis launch

'Moonshots' and merch - what it's like to be on Florida's Space Coast ahead of Artemis launch

April 01, 2026

Huge crowds are gathering around the Kennedy Space Centre to see the launch of the historic moon mission.

'You're no longer my sister' - rows erupt as war divides Iranian families

'You're no longer my sister' - rows erupt as war divides Iranian families

April 01, 2026

People in Iran describe angry scenes and tense relationships as rifts open up over the war.

'A million things could go wrong' - why seizing Iran's uranium would be so risky for the US

'A million things could go wrong' - why seizing Iran's uranium would be so risky for the US

April 01, 2026

Seizing the stockpile would be one of the "most complicated special operations in history", a former defence official tells the BBC.

Asia's migrant workers debate if Gulf jobs are worth deadly risk of Iran war

Asia's migrant workers debate if Gulf jobs are worth deadly risk of Iran war

April 01, 2026

Iran's strikes on Gulf states have been especially hard for migrants who have long supported these economies to lift their families back home from poverty.

Who are the Artemis II astronauts heading to the Moon?

Who are the Artemis II astronauts heading to the Moon?

March 31, 2026

The crew, who are accomplished pilots, engineers and scientists, reveal their hopes, fears and family sacrifices.

How Pakistan won over Trump to become an unlikely mediator in the Iran war

How Pakistan won over Trump to become an unlikely mediator in the Iran war

March 31, 2026

Pakistan's role as intermediary in this conflict took many by surprise. But perhaps it shouldn't have.

After sex abuse claims, activists and lawmakers rethink Cesar Chavez Day

After sex abuse claims, activists and lawmakers rethink Cesar Chavez Day

March 31, 2026

California has renamed Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day after the labour-rights icon was accused of sexual abuse.

Inside the cockpit of RAF tanker during defensive mission against Iranian drones

Inside the cockpit of RAF tanker during defensive mission against Iranian drones

March 31, 2026

Defence correspondent Jonathan Beale flies onboard a Royal Air Force Voyager as it refuels jets in the Middle East.

Long queues in Myanmar as Iran war fuel crisis deepens

Long queues in Myanmar as Iran war fuel crisis deepens

March 31, 2026

Drivers are queuing for hours at petrol stations in Myanmar as the Iran war continues to send shockwaves across the globe.

How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island

How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island

March 30, 2026

Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.

Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month manhunt for Dezi Freeman

Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month manhunt for Dezi Freeman

March 31, 2026

Porepunkah has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.

First stop, the Moon. Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters

First stop, the Moon. Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters

March 30, 2026

From a race with China to lunar discoveries, the US is investing time, effort and money to head to the Moon - and beyond.

Fuel rations and free buses: How countries are responding to rising oil prices

Fuel rations and free buses: How countries are responding to rising oil prices

March 30, 2026

Governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact of price increases.

Tech CEOs suddenly love blaming AI for mass job cuts. Why?

Tech CEOs suddenly love blaming AI for mass job cuts. Why?

March 30, 2026

More tech leaders are pointing to job cuts caused by AI tools - and a need for more investment cash.

Why Chinese tech companies are racing to set up in Hong Kong

Why Chinese tech companies are racing to set up in Hong Kong

March 30, 2026

Mainland firms are using the territory to test products and as a springboard for global expansion.

Photos show heavily damaged US radar jet at Saudi base

Photos show heavily damaged US radar jet at Saudi base

March 29, 2026

US Central Command has not yet publicly commented on the incident.

One ant for $220: The new frontier of wildlife trafficking

One ant for $220: The new frontier of wildlife trafficking

March 29, 2026

The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.

'It's phenomenal!': Excitement in Florida ahead of Artemis launch

'It's phenomenal!': Excitement in Florida ahead of Artemis launch

April 01, 2026

BBC’s Leyla Khodabakhshi speaks to locals and visitors in Florida ahead of the Artemis II mission blast off.

Inside Nasa's moon spacesuit lab ahead of Artemis launch

Inside Nasa's moon spacesuit lab ahead of Artemis launch

March 30, 2026

The Artemis II spacesuits are designed to protect the astronauts during launch and landing, as well as possible emergency scenarios.

How Australia’s seven-month-long manhunt came to an end

How Australia’s seven-month-long manhunt came to an end

March 30, 2026

Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been wanted since he shot dead two police officers on his rural property in August last year.

Hundreds in Beirut mourn journalists killed in Israeli strike

Hundreds in Beirut mourn journalists killed in Israeli strike

March 29, 2026

BBC reports from the funerals of three journalists killed by a targeted attack in southern Lebanon.

Watch: Iconic global landmarks turn off lights for Earth Hour

Watch: Iconic global landmarks turn off lights for Earth Hour

March 29, 2026

France's Eiffel Tower and Barcelona's Sagrada Família Basilica were among the famous global landmarks that went dark for an hour on Saturday night.

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