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The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.
World News Headlines
- Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait
on May 8, 2026US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.
- The companies making billions from the Iran war
on May 8, 2026Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.
- Ethiopian woman's joy at rare quintuplets after 12 years trying for a baby
on May 8, 2026The woman, 35, says she was praying for a baby and was "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five at once".
- Rebel Wilson accused of 'complete revision of history' as defamation case closes
on May 8, 2026The Bridesmaids star claims an actress retracted a complaint about sexual harassment by a producer.
- Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, UK government says
on May 8, 2026The patient is on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, which was visited by the cruise ship in April.
- Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire in Strait of Hormuz
on May 8, 2026Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas.
- Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity
on May 8, 2026A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.
- World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty
on May 8, 2026Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.
- Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension
on May 8, 2026The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.
- US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt
on May 8, 2026Parents who have outstanding debt of more than $2,500 (€1,844) in child support payments could be impacted.
- 'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia'
on May 7, 2026Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.
- Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US
on May 7, 2026Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.
- One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does
on May 7, 2026A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.
- Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll
on May 7, 2026An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.
- Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence
on May 7, 2026Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.
- Valverde cut head when he 'accidentally hit table' in Tchouameni row
on May 7, 2026Federico Valverde went to hospital after a dressing room row with Real Madrid team-mate Aurelien Tchouameni which left him with a head injury after he "accidentally hit a table".
- Five killed in huge fire at packed Mexico fairground
on May 7, 2026The blaze in the south-eastern city of Villahermosa erupted during a concert reportedly attended by some 135,000 people.
- Crowds cheer China's new snooker star on return from championship win
on May 7, 2026Wu Yize, 22, receives a rock star's welcome after becoming second-youngest player to win a world title.
- How operation to disembark passengers on virus-hit cruise will work
on May 7, 2026The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe reports from Tenerife, where some locals fear the ship's arrival could bring health risks.
- Marco Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump over Iran war
on May 7, 2026Leo, the first American pontiff, drew Trump's ire after becoming a firm critic of the war and the administration's hardline immigration policies.
- Who is Kumanjayi Little Baby and why has her death caused outrage in Australia?
on May 7, 2026The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger.
- 'I wouldn't pay it' - Trump on USA ticket price
on May 7, 2026US President Donald Trump says he "wouldn't pay it either" when asked about the potential ticket price to watch his country play Paraguay in their 2026 World Cup opener.
- Trump's 'irresponsible war' to blame for economic slowdown, German minister says
on May 7, 2026Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil blamed the US president's "irresponsible war in Iran" for harming the Germany economy.
- Rwandan singer dies as he was being released from prison
on May 7, 2026The former university lecturer was a vocal critic of the government and ruling Rwandan Patriotic Front party.
- Rosenberg: Russia's Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan
on May 7, 2026For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow.
- Superdry co-founder James Holder jailed for rape
on May 7, 2026James Holder's victim told her attacker he took her "choice, dignity and body".
- How worried should we be about hantavirus?
on May 7, 2026Some passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus have already taken flights to numerous countries.
- Fears of renewed Gaza war as Hamas disarmament talks stall
on May 7, 2026Israeli media reports suggest Israel is preparing to resume fighting because of the impasse in talks with Hamas.
- South Africa condemns 'fake videos' of alleged xenophobic attacks
on May 7, 2026As claims of xenophobia in South Africa mount, Ghana calls on the African Union to send a fact-finding mission.
- Tenerife resident calls docking of hantavirus ship 'reckless'
on May 7, 2026People on Tenerife in the Canary Islands have told the BBC they are concerned about the arrival of MV Hondius.