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The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.
World News Headlines
- Europe's heatwave linked to 1,300 deaths, WHO says, as Germany hits record 41.7C
on June 28, 2026WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that Europe is not prepared for high temperatures.
- Three firefighters die battling huge wildfires on Colorado-Utah border
on June 28, 2026A number of blazes have been raging across Utah and Colorado, leading both governors to declare states of emergency.
- Eleven killed after plane carrying skydivers crashes in eastern France
on June 28, 2026The pilot and 10 passengers died in the incident, local officials said.
- Fourteen killed in Saudi Arabia helicopter crash
on June 28, 2026The aircraft belonged to state oil giant Aramco and the cause of the crash is being investigated.
- Uganda's leading media outlets shut down by army chief
on June 28, 2026NTV and Daily Monitor say their offices in the capital are under "military siege".
- Australian man charged with murder after girl found dead in suitcase in Thailand
on June 28, 2026The 17-year-old's body was found discarded near a railway track on Saturday, police say.
- Two boys rescued from Venezuela earthquake rubble after days of being trapped
on June 28, 2026Rescuers spent six hours carefully digging to reach one of the boys, as many residents continue searching through the rubble by hand, still waiting for heavy machinery to arrive.
- US and Iran exchange strikes and accuse each other of violating ceasefire
on June 28, 2026Iran says it has launched retaliatory attacks at US infrastructure in Kuwait and Bahrain after the US said it hit multiple targets across Iran.
- Bad Bunny lights up London with history-making stadium show
on June 28, 2026Pride and a party as the Puerto Rican becomes the first Latin artist to headline a UK stadium.
- Sort Your Life Out: The four most common cluttering mistakes and how to fix them
on June 28, 2026Tidying expert Dilly Carter shares her best tips on organising your kitchen, lounge and clothes.
- 117 dead dogs found at California 'no-kill' animal rescue - many with gunshot wounds
on June 28, 2026Hundreds more animals are still missing from the California facility as investigators continue excavating the grounds.
- What news reports from 1600s tell us about life in Mughal India
on June 27, 2026Thousands of forgotten news reports are reshaping our understanding of Aurangzeb and the Mughal world.
- Millie Bobby Brown and Louis Partridge on belly laughs, sibling vibes and Enola Holmes
on June 27, 2026Brown talks to the BBC about having her "hands and heart" all over the detective adventure series.
- Why Kim Jong Un never talks about his mother - or her controversial bloodline
on June 27, 2026Very few North Koreans know about her, as her origin could threaten the regime’s legitimacy.
- Australia to double maximum penalty for platforms in breach of social media ban
on June 27, 2026Children under the age of 16 have been prevented from 10 key social media platforms in Australia since December 2025.
- Israel strikes southern Lebanon as Hezbollah condemns new deal
on June 27, 2026Strikes have killed at least one person, state media say a day after Lebanon and Israel signed a framework agreement.
- Panic attacks and fractures - Venezuela hospital treats earthquake victims
on June 27, 2026The BBC travelled to a Caracas hospital that is treating people from the worst affected areas.
- Budapest's first Pride since Orban left power
on June 27, 2026Budapest held its first Pride march since the end of former prime minister Viktor Orban's 16-year government with thousands turning out to celebrate.
- Heatwave breaks records in Germany, Denmark and Czech Republic
on June 27, 2026An estimated 150 million people have been experiencing temperatures of over 35C across Europe.
- Trump's face is added to select US passports for America's 250th birthday
on June 27, 2026The commemorative special edition passports will be available on 6 July, and can only be applied for in person
- Watch: A race against the clock for Venezuela earthquake rescuers
on June 27, 2026There is a sense that the next few hours will be critical for saving anyone who is still trapped, says the BBC's Dan Johnson reporting from the border of Venezuela and Columbia.
- In Caracas, this feels like the hardest moment in Venezuela's modern history
on June 27, 2026Rescue teams are working ceaselessly to reach those trapped under rubble. But as hope fades, anger is growing.
- Newborn baby rescued from Venezuela earthquake rubble
on June 27, 2026Two powerful earthquakes rocked Venezuela within seconds of each other on Wednesday, killing at least 920 people.
- Watch: BBC reports from La Guaira, one of Venezuela's worst-hit areas
on June 26, 2026Vanessa Silva visited the coastal state, where rescuers are still working to find survivors under the rubble after twin earthquakes rocked the country.