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World News Headlines
- Politician brothers convicted in Brazil for ordering murder of prominent councillor
on February 25, 2026Marielle Franco's murder at the age of 38 in Rio de Janeiro sparked protests across Brazil.
- Spain declassifies files on 1981 attempted coup in effort to dispel conspiracy theories
on February 25, 2026In what appears an extraordinary coincidence, the coup leader has died on the same day as the document release.
- Pope Leo to visit four African countries in April
on February 25, 2026This is the first time that a pope will visit Algeria, whose population is mostly Muslim.
- German chancellor warns of trade imbalance with China during first Beijing trip
on February 25, 2026German business groups urged Merz to send a clear signal to China on competition and export controls.
- 'Fear is everywhere': BBC reports from Mexican city turned into war zone by drug cartel feud
on February 25, 2026Culiacán in northern Mexico has seen a surge in violence as rival factions of the Sinaloa cartel battle for control.
- Swiss bar fire victims to get solidarity payout
on February 25, 2026The so-called solidarity contribution will go to each of the 115 injured and the families of the 41 who died.
- Watch: Moment a sinkhole in Omaha traps cars and drivers
on February 25, 2026Several witnesses jumped into action helping both drivers get to safety while others directed traffic, according to police.
- Zimbabwe rejects 'lopsided' US health aid deal over data concerns
on February 25, 2026Access to biological samples raised flags for Zimbabwe as the US did not want to share the benefits of its research.
- Trump keeps world waiting on his plans for Iran after State of the Union
on February 25, 2026The next round of talks between the US and Iran in Geneva on Thursday could be decisive in the president's decision-making.
- Two charged with murder of Australian grandfather after 'mistaken identity' kidnapping
on February 25, 2026Chris Baghsarian, 85, was taken from his home and murdered, in what authorities believe was a case of mistaken identity.
- Louvre museum director resigns months after high-profile heist
on February 25, 2026Laurence des Carrs submitted her resignation to President Emmanel Macron, who said it was "an act of responsibility".
- Bill Gates 'took responsibility' over Epstein ties in staff meeting, foundation says
on February 25, 2026A newspaper reports Gates apologised to staff over his links to Epstein and said: "I did nothing illicit. I saw nothing illicit."
- Fact-checking Trump's longest ever State of the Union
on February 25, 2026President Donald Trump said the US "is winning again" - making a series of claims about his record in a speech which lasted almost two hours.
- Chinese dance group's tour triggers bomb threat against Australian PM
on February 25, 2026The group was told to cancel its performances or explosives would be set off at Anthony Albanese's house.
- Don't break up NewJeans and I'll forgo $18m payout, says ex-K-pop boss
on February 25, 2026Min Hee-jin has said she "can no longer bear to watch" the group get "torn apart".
- Japan to deploy missiles on island near Taiwan by 2031
on February 25, 2026The remote Yonaguni island lies on the frontlines of self-governing Taiwan's growing tensions with China.
- BBC sees damage in Puerto Vallarta after Mexican cartel violence
on February 25, 2026BBC's Will Grant visits Puerto Vallarta, a popular coastal resort town, to see the damage.
- Senegal PM proposes tougher anti-LGBT law, doubling prison terms
on February 25, 2026The bill seeks prison terms of five to ten years for what it describes as "acts against nature".
- Shein's elusive boss hails Chinese roots in rare public appearance
on February 25, 2026His speech follows years of the firm focusing away from China as it moved its headquarters to Singapore.
- Drones hammer Sudan's gold and oil zone - the pivotal new front line
on February 25, 2026Intensified attacks in the Kordofan region have led to mass casualties as peace remains elusive.
- Ukraine remembers its dead as war enters a fifth year
on February 24, 2026Events were held across Ukraine to mark four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion.
- 'Anyone who runs is shot': Watch Russian soldiers describe killings of troops who refuse orders
on February 24, 2026The men, who are on the run, told of the horrors they witnessed on the Russian side of the front lines in Ukraine.
- BBC's Will Grant on the atmosphere in Mexico following unrest
on February 24, 2026The BBC's Will Grant describes how locals are feeling in Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco, Mexico, after a wave of violence hit the streets.
- Bowen: Why Ukraine remains defiant and does not feel close to defeat
on February 24, 2026This month marks four gruelling years since the full‑scale invasion began and a genuine ceasefire still feels far from assured
- 'Burned and destroyed': Locals and tourists describe Mexico unrest
on February 24, 2026Violence has erupted across several states in Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho was killed on Sunday.