BlueWorld.org is a world geography web site for people who want to know more about the regions and countries that make up our world. It was designed to help researchers, students, and laypersons find information and news from the many nations of our world, quickly, easily, and in one place. Use the menus above to get started.
The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.
World News Headlines
- Philippines' Duterte seen in person at International Criminal Court for first time
on September 17, 2026He is due to be tried for crimes against humanity over thousands of deaths linked to his war on drugs.
- EU announces plan to restrict social media access for under-15s
on September 17, 2026Under the plans, only children over 15 would be able to set up their own social media accounts.
- River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue
on September 17, 2026A river that is home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles is given the OK to host Olympic and Paralympic rowing and canoeing events at the 2032 Brisbane Games.
- One dead after torrential rain and flash floods hit Barcelona region
on September 17, 2026Flooding has caused widespread disruption across Valencia and Catalonia in north-east Spain.
- Uncontrolled AI could lead to 'silicon species' rivalling humans, warns Microsoft
on September 17, 2026Mustafa Suleyman says he believes rival AI firm Anthropic is in effect teaching Claude it "may be conscious".
- Abducted South African journalist found dead with gunshot wounds
on September 17, 2026The body of veteran broadcaster Owen Ndlovu was found hours after armed men kidnapped him near Johannesburg.
- International students, 'visa hoppers' and backpackers targeted in Australia migration crackdown
on September 17, 2026The government wants to reduce net overseas migration to 225,000 people by 2028.
- Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter
on September 17, 2026There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment.
- Assad regime planned US journalist's kidnap for weeks, BBC finds
on September 17, 2026Austin Tice’s abduction was approved by Syria’s former leader Bashar al-Assad, a source claims.
- US interest rates raised for first time in three years
on September 17, 2026Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut.
- Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC
on September 16, 2026Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC.
- Inside Singapore's 'Fort Knox' for city's $2bn dirty money auction
on September 16, 2026The BBC goes inside a fortified storage facility to view luxury goods seized by police that are now up for auction.
- Watch: Leaked photos reveal extensive damage at US bases in Gulf
on September 16, 2026The photos, provided by active military personnel, show a severed radar jet, flattened trailers and severely damaged buildings as a result of Iranian strikes.
- US House votes to hold billionaire Epstein associate Leon Black in contempt
on September 16, 2026Black - who had business ties to Epstein - declined to appear and provide documents related to the convicted sex offender.
- Trump chief of staff Susie Wiles announces she's cancer-free
on September 16, 2026The 69-year-old White House chief of staff is a powerful figure and particularly close to the US president.
- Photos show widespread damage at US sites from Iranian attacks
on September 16, 2026A wrecked air force plane and destroyed buildings are among the images obtained by the BBC's partner CBS News.
- Eight children among 21 killed after war-damaged Gaza building collapses, rescuers say
on September 16, 2026Some 10 families had reportedly been living in the six-storey building in Gaza City that was hit by an Israeli strike last year.
- Michelin-starred Seoul restaurant fined for using ants as garnish
on September 16, 2026The owner of the acclaimed establishment avoids jail but is made to pay 15 million won (£8,144; $10,965).
- Charlie Kirk's family alleges 'stunning failures' by Utah officials led to his shooting
on September 16, 2026The conservative activist was speaking to a crowd of thousands on the university campus when he was shot and killed by a gunman positioned on a roof.
- Eight German state premiers back Merz amid speculation over future
on September 16, 2026Christian Democratic Union leadership throws its weight behind the chancellor ahead of two state elections this weekend.
- US limits visas for South African officials over alleged anti-white discrimination
on September 16, 2026Secretary of State Marco Rubio says South Africa has not addressed US concerns over racial inequality.
- US accuses Russia of trying to kill Ukrainian allies overseas
on September 16, 2026The FBI says five men "conspired to intimidate, threaten, or murder people on US soil and around the world".
- Carney's new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump
on September 16, 2026The Canadian PM is in Strasbourg this week seeking a "unique alliance" - and there is one clear catalyst.
- Colombia and Brazil deadliest countries for environmental activists, report says
on September 16, 2026The two countries accounted for 52% of killings of environmental activists in 2025, according to Global Witness.
- OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firms
on September 16, 2026Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.
- Why Trump is all-in on AI despite the warnings
on September 16, 2026The US president has pushed the issue to the forefront of American politics - even at the risk of losing supporters.
- Saudi Arabia says it shot down Houthi drone south of Mecca
on September 16, 2026The Houthis deny targeting the Islamic holy city after the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen accuses them of a "disgraceful act".
- Runaway horse captured by police on motorbikes
on September 16, 2026The unharmed horse escaped from its owner before the start of a parade in New Mexico
- Warning of space arms race as US confirms weapons in Earth's orbit
on September 15, 2026The BBC's defence correspondent Jonathan Beale explains what an arms race in space might look like - and what it could mean for us on the ground.
- What weapon could the US have put into space?
on September 15, 2026The announcement by the US points to a developing field of modern warfare in the Earth's orbit.