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World News Headlines
- Truce begins in Ukraine city where residents ate weeds to survive
on October 27, 2026The Oleshky ceasefire, which the White House said was secured by US First Lady Melania Trump, is meant to allow aid to get in and civilians to get out.
- Turnout so far highest in decades as Israelis vote in pivotal election
on October 27, 2026The elections - the first since the Hamas-led attacks on Israel and the wars which followed - are widely seen as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Mbappé dropped by major Chinese brands as backlash grows over Mao joke
on October 27, 2026He allegedly said the funniest "meme" about him is the one where they put his face on "a Chinese dictator".
- What does Israel's election mean for Gaza and the wider world?
on October 27, 2026The BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale reports from Jerusalem as ballots are cast.
- Why it could take time for a new Israeli government to form
on October 27, 2026Israel faces what many view as one of the most pivotal elections in the country's history.
- 'A dream come true' - Harry Kane on his Ballon d'Or win
on October 27, 2026It's the first time an English player has lifted the trophy since Michael Owen in 2001.
- Jay-Z to perform at Super Bowl half-time show
on October 27, 2026The rapper has been involved with the show for years but has never before performed at the NFL championship game.
- Meghan to co-host Junior MasterChef Australia
on October 27, 2026The Duchess of Sussex says she "can't wait" to take part in the programme, which will air next year.
- Jordan carries out deadly strike in Syria in retaliation for church attack
on October 27, 2026The attack on a village in Syria killed five people, including women and children, Syrian health officials said.
- Ex-FBI chief James Comey faces federal charges for third time
on October 27, 2026Comey's lawyers say the case stems from alleged disclosure of classified information to the New York Times in 2016.
- Lula's comeback in Brazil dents Trump's ambitions for Latin America
on October 27, 2026The Trump-Lula relationship may have thawed, but several issues could reignite tensions between the two leaders.
- Opposition leader María Machado returns from exile to a Venezuela reshaped by Trump
on October 27, 2026Machado returns with Trump's blessing, even if Washington is happy with Venezuela's existing leader - at least for the time being.
- 'Maxxing' selected as Dictionary.com word of the year
on October 26, 2026"Whatever we're doing, we want to push it further," said an expert on why Americans are embracing the term, which is short for maximising.
- Trump administration illegally fired James Comey's daughter, judge rules
on October 26, 2026Maurene Comey believes she was let go from her job as a federal prosecutor because her father is the former FBI director.
- Pope's South American trip to go ahead as planned after lung cancer surgery
on October 26, 2026The Pope underwent surgery in to remove a tumour on the lower part of his right lung and is gradually resuming his duties.
- Sydney's new $5bn airport has one big problem: Getting there is tough
on October 26, 2026The airport won’t have direct public transportation for a year. How do locals feel about getting there?
- Israel and the US are both going to the polls - the consequences will be global
on October 26, 2026The next fortnight sees two elections on different continents. The outcomes will shape geopolitics and the global economy, writes James Landale
- Anthropic warns of 'catastrophic risk' to humankind ahead of blockbuster share listing
on October 26, 2026The company will be the first true artificial intelligence company to go public as tech firms continue to invest heavily in AI.
- Catholic bishops apologise for 'exploited' Trump meeting
on October 26, 2026Two bishops in images that show them praying with Trump have said they believed the meeting was private.
- How 'Lula's Army' WhatsApp channel helped turn Brazil election around
on October 26, 2026Millions joined a 'Lula's Army' channel that helped to transform online enthusiasm into real-world mobilisation.
- Celebrations in Serbia after veteran ruler Vučić loses election to student-led protest movement
on October 26, 2026The populist right-wing leader of 12 years says it is "clear" his party has lost the vote billed as a referendum on the country's future.
- Who is Lula? From ex-worker and prisoner to Brazil's president again
on October 26, 2026The firebrand left-winger, who has at times been at odds with Trump, has won his fourth term as Brazil's president.
- Five ways Trump has changed immigration in the US
on October 26, 2026This is how his signature policy has played out after returning to power promising a closed border and mass deportations.
- Stunning photos capture October's Hunter's Moon around the world
on October 26, 2026October's full Moon, nicknamed the Hunter's Moon, lit up the night sky this weekend.
- China's big political meeting could see Xi 'tighten discipline' in party
on October 26, 2026The highly secretive four-day Plenum starts Monday in Beijing.
- Who should win the men's Ballon d'Or? BBC Sport pundits have their say
on October 26, 2026The Ballon d'Or winner will be announced in London on Monday - but who is going to claim the showpiece award?
- Watch: How President Lula turned it around to beat Flávio Bolsonaro
on October 26, 2026Brazil's left-wing President has been elected for a fourth term after narrowly beating right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro in a knife-edge vote.