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The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.
World News Headlines
- BBC visits migrant camp in northern France as new deal announced
on April 23, 2026A proposed three-year deal with Paris is aimed at stopping migrants crossing the Channel on small boats.
- Two trains collide head-on in Denmark, leaving five critically hurt
on April 23, 2026The accident happened early on Thursday at a level crossing north of Copenhagen.
- US Navy chief leaving post 'effective immediately', Pentagon says
on April 23, 2026Reports say Phelan, whose role was largely administrative, left amid tension over US shipbuilding.
- Pope Leo criticises Equatorial Guinea prisons as he winds up Africa tour
on April 23, 2026The Pope gives a frank and passionate speech, the likes of which have characterised his tour of Africa.
- Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in air strike
on April 23, 2026Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of war crimes after IDF attacks on Red Cross vehicles also stopped rescuers from reaching the site.
- Girl, 14, found in singer D4vd's car died of 'multiple injuries'
on April 23, 2026The medical examiner said the 14-year-old's cause of death was determined months ago but was blocked from release.
- He wasn't guilty but delays left this man jailed for five years without trial
on April 22, 2026At 17, Rasheed Wasiu was detained as security forces cracked down on protests against police brutality.
- Zambia's government takes possession of ex-president's body in repatriation row
on April 22, 2026Zambia authorities and Edgar Lungu's family are in a dispute over where former leader's remains should be buried.
- China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll
on April 22, 2026The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.
- Billionaire backer sues Trump family's crypto firm over alleged extortion
on April 22, 2026Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.
- EU approves €90bn loan for Ukraine as pipeline is turned on ending deadlock
on April 22, 2026Ukraine says it has reopened the Druzhba pipeline, after months of stalemate over stalled oil supplies to neighbouring Hungary.
- Nigeria's suspected coup plotters deny treason charges
on April 22, 2026Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced last year when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.
- US and Iran in blockade standoff as Pakistan pushes for talks
on April 22, 2026The mood in the Strait of Hormuz remains combustible despite Trump's ceasefire extension.
- Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights as fuel prices surge
on April 22, 2026The airline is the latest to cut flights as the US-Israel war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring.
- No cartels involved - but Mexico's pyramid attack prompts new concerns
on April 22, 2026The deadly shooting at a popular tourist site weeks before the World Cup has rocked Mexico.
- Los Angeles becomes first major US school district to limit classroom screen time
on April 22, 2026The school district, which serves about half a million students, is looking to reduce its reliance on devices after the pandemic.
- Virginia approves redistricting measure, boosting Democrats' hopes for midterms
on April 22, 2026The new maps approved by the state's voters could allow Democrats to flip as many as four House seats.
- US charges anti-extremism organisation over payments to informants in hate groups
on April 22, 2026The Southern Poverty Law Center said it would "vigorously defend ourselves, our staff, and our work".
- South Korean fighter jets collided due to pilots taking pictures, report finds
on April 22, 2026One of the pilots has been fined thousands of dollars by the military to cover repair costs.
- Taiwan president cancels trip after African countries revoke flight permits
on April 22, 2026Taiwan has accused Beijing of putting pressure on African countries to close their airspace to Lai's plane.
- Thirteen killed in second India fireworks blast in three days
on April 22, 2026Earlier this week, an explosion at a firecracker factory in neighbouring state Tamil Nadu left at least 25 dead.
- UAE-backed Colombian mercenaries provided support to Sudan paramilitary, report says
on April 22, 2026The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.
- Domestic workers legally recognised in Indonesia after '22-year struggle'
on April 22, 2026The country is home to some 4.2 million domestic workers - of which almost 90% are women.
- US singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder in death of missing teen girl
on April 22, 2026Prosecutors say the singer, real name David Anthony Burke, could face life in prison due to the nature of the case, if convicted.
- Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy
on April 22, 2026The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time.
- Meta to track workers' clicks and keystrokes to train AI
on April 21, 2026The firm will take data from the way employees work for its artificial intelligence models.
- Why police are seeking to arrest billionaire K-pop mogul behind BTS
on April 21, 2026Bang Si-hyuk, who created the supergroup, denies defrauding investors before his $7.3bn company went public.
- Hotpot, bubble tea and sportswear: China's new exports take on the world
on April 21, 2026Made in China used to mean cheap, mass-produced goods but a new wave of Chinese brands is emerging.
- A Kashmir tourist hotspot became a bloodbath. A year on, the pain remains unbearable
on April 21, 2026A year after militants killed 26 people in Indian-administered Kashmir, families are trying to cope with their loss.
- From Epstein to sock puppets: Key takeaways from Kevin Warsh's Fed confirmation hearing
on April 21, 2026He denied making a deal with Donald Trump on interest rates and backed "policy regime change" at the central bank.