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The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.
World News Headlines
- Spain starts evacuating virus-hit cruise ship in Tenerifeon May 10, 2026
Spanish passengers are the first to leave the MV Hondius, after an outbreak saw three people die and several infected.
- Suspected boat explosion injures 11 in Miamion May 10, 2026
Officials are investigating what caused the explosion at a popular marina in southern Florida.
- Buddhist monk arrested over alleged rape of teen in Sri Lankaon May 10, 2026
The Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Thero holds one of the most revered positions in the Buddhist world.
- How could extreme weather affect World Cup 2026?on May 10, 2026
With almost a month to go until the start of the World Cup, Simon King looks ahead to the weather's potential to disrupt the tournament this summer.
- Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'on May 10, 2026
The Russian leader sees potential for Ukraine negotiations, but condemns the West's backing for President Zelensky.
- Indian model's understated Met Gala debut revives debate on cultural representationon May 9, 2026
Bhavitha Mandava’s Met Gala debut has brought a new wave of attention to her - and to her understated aesthetic.
- Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by iton May 9, 2026
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
- Why Canada is seeing its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 yearson May 9, 2026
The country has seen its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 years, a major turnaround after years of falling behind on defence capabilities.
- Lebanon says Israeli strikes killed 39on May 9, 2026
Israel and Hezbollah have continued to trade fire despite a ceasefire deal being announced last month.
- Mexican parents criticise ending school year a month early for World Cupon May 9, 2026
The federal government faces widespread anger for saying the school year could end on 5 June to accommodate the football tournament.
- Iran demands guarantees for World Cup participationon May 9, 2026
The Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) has presented Fifa with 10 conditions for participation at the World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada.
- Greece conducts controlled blast of mystery naval drone explosiveson May 9, 2026
The unmanned vessel, suspected to be of Ukrainian origin, was found by fishermen in a cave on Thursday.
- Person killed after being hit by plane on runway at Denver airporton May 9, 2026
The unidentified individual had jumped a perimeter fence two minutes before being struck by the airliner.
- Steve Rosenberg: This year's Victory Day parade in Moscow felt very differenton May 9, 2026
The BBC's Russia editor reports from a Red Square with none of the military hardware which the Kremlin normally showcases to project power internationally.
- I will serve - not rule over Hungary, says new PMon May 9, 2026
Nearly a month ago Péter Magyar steered his Tisza party to a landslide victory, sweeping away 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán.
- Australia's right-wing One Nation party scores historic parliamentary winon May 9, 2026
One Nation gains its first seat in the lower house, in a by-election seen as a key test for the populist party.
- UK warship HMS Dragon heads to Middle East for potential Strait of Hormuz missionon May 9, 2026
The Ministry of Defence says the ship will prepare to join an international mission to safeguard shipping, but only when fighting in the region ends.
- Rosenberg: Scaled-back Victory Parade in Moscow's Red Squareon May 9, 2026
The BBC's Russia editor reports from Moscow, where the annual Victory Day display was quieter than usual.
- Japanese council votes to remove unconscious mayoron May 9, 2026
Kikuo Hatakeyama, 72, has served as the mayor of Hachirogata in north-east Japan since 2008, but fell ill in February.
- Iran accuses US of 'reckless military adventure'on May 9, 2026
Abbas Araghchi says the US attacks each time there is a diplomatic solution on the table.
- International cyber attack disrupts swathe of universities and schoolson May 9, 2026
A hacking group breached the academic software Canvas, used by thousands of schools and universities across the globe.
- Anti-work anthems, Boy George and controversial lyrics: A guide to all 35 Eurovision songson May 8, 2026
From dancefloor bangers to heartfelt ballads, here are the highlights and low points of Eurovision.
- Move over matcha. Hojicha is coming to a cafe near youon May 8, 2026
From lattes to ice-cream, the Japanese tea is popping up more and more on menus across the UK.
- Return of IS-linked families sparks debate in terror-traumatised Australiaon May 8, 2026
Most Australians do not want the women and children to come home, but advocates say they're in danger.
- Return of Palestine Marathon attracts thousands of runnerson May 8, 2026
Thousands of people have taken part in the Palestine Marathon, which returns to Bethlehem after a two-year pause over the Gaza War.
- Huge plumes of ash rise as Indonesia's Mount Dukono eruptson May 8, 2026
Officials said the group had been hiking up the active volcano despite a climbing ban.
- Crowds cheer China's new snooker star on return from championship winon May 7, 2026
Wu 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 workon May 7, 2026
The 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 waron May 7, 2026
Leo, 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, 2026
The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger.






























