How could US-Iran conflict end? Three experts give their views
Three experts give their views on whether an imminent end to the conflict is likely.
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How could Iran war end? Three experts give their views
Three experts give their BBC their thoughts on whether an imminent end to the conflict is likely.
After renewed US-Iran strikes - how could the conflict end?
Three experts give their BBC their thoughts on whether an imminent end to the conflict is likely.
'The Spanish government is weak' on Ceuta crisis, Spanish MEP says
Speaking on Europe Today, Spanish EPP MEP Antonio López-Istúriz said the government of Pedro Sanchez was ‘weak’ and should have reacted earlier to reports from the national police and intelligence services that had warned that thousands of irregular migrants were preparing to enter Ceuta.
Sweet-stealing capitalists and the definition of kissing: The 2026 Ig Nobel award winners
The annual awards highlight strange, funny and thought-provoking research. This year's ceremony took place in Europe, with “fungi” as the theme of the 36th edition.
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Louis Koo’s production firm disputes HK$149m lawsuit, says claim ‘incomplete’
Hong Kong film actor and director Louis Koo Tin-lok’s production company has defended against allegations that it owes HK$149 million (US$19 million) in outstanding debts to an offshore firm, saying the claim was incomplete and violated confidentiality principles. In a statement published on social media on Friday, One Cool Film Production said the civil lawsuit lodged by Sino Hero Ventures on Wed...
Nepal search teams rescue two workers from hydropower tunnel
'Miracle' rescue nine days after devastating flood raises hope that more people could still be found alive.
Greek marine fisheries 2025: Production worth €166.6 million, anchovy dominates
More than 42,000 tonnes of fishery products were caught, with the Northern Aegean accounting for just over two-thirds of production.
UK ministers hit back at Argentinian Falklands claim and insist islands remain British
Defence secretary says ‘winds of change’ remarks by Argentina’s president are more about domestic politicsUK politics live – latest updatesBritish ministers have hit back after the Argentinian president said “winds of change” favourable to his country’s claim to the Falklands were “blowing around the world”.Wes Streeting, the defence secretary, said the statement by Javier Milei on Thursday night ...
How natural disasters are putting China’s neighbourhood diplomacy to the test
Cross-border disasters along China’s frontiers are putting Beijing’s neighbourhood diplomacy to the test as climate shocks grow and expose strategic vulnerabilities. The stakes were highlighted last week after a sudden glacial collapse in the Himalayas unleashed a torrent of mud and flooding that ravaged nearby villages and the Gyirong Port between China and Nepal, leaving more than 1,250 dead in ...
‘Astronomical’ fuel price surge hits farmers in UK and US
Intensification of Middle East conflict and ongoing Russian export ban sees diesel prices rise 10% in less than a weekFarmers are facing an “astronomical” jump in the price of fuel needed to operate their vehicles and machinery after a surge in diesel costs in the UK and US.Renewed fighting between the US and Iran has driven up the price of crude oil, while last week Russia extended a ban on diese...
NERDs: The Gen Zers who believe they will never be able to retire
An increasing number of Gen Zers have stopped believing in pensions and are convinced they will never be able to stop working.
Frontloading EU loan not a 'silver bullet' for Ukraine, Chentsov says
Ukraine's Deputy PM Vsevolod Chentsov says frontloading the EU's €90bn loan is not a 'silver bullet' for Kyiv's budget gap, as it seeks help from non-EU partners too.
‘Growing differences between military, Zardari’: Self-exiled Pak politician makes big claim
‘Growing differences between military, President Zardari’: Self-exiled Pak politician makes big claim
Romanian prosecutors indict Andrew Tate for trafficking minors, money laundering – Europe live
Authorities formally indicted the controversial manosphere influencer along with his brother for a number alleged crimesAir Tanzania is the first airline to suspend flights to Moscow, attributing the decision to “a routine risk assessment of the operating environment along the route.”In a post on Facebook, the airline said it was “temporarily” suspending flights to Moscow, insisting that “safety c...
Why has the Philippine peso plunged to a record low?
The Southeast Asian country's currency has plummeted amid the fallout of the Iran war and economic challenges at home.
Why has the Philippines’ peso plunged to a record low?
The Southeast Asian country's currency has plummeted amid the fallout of the Iran war and economic challenges at home.
EU budget offers chance to loosen China's grip on critical raw materials for Europe
The EU says it wants to break its dependence on China for critical raw materials (CRM)—the next MFF (Multiannual Financial Framework) will test whether Brussels is serious about its sovereignty, argues Nora Kürzdörfer at the Munich Security Conference.
Despite rivalry, China-India coexistence is not a pipe dream
When Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, the encounter was short and carefully choreographed while the message was warm. Modi had earlier said that stable and predictable ties between the two largest nations on Earth matter for a multipolar Asia and world. The larger moment will come on Sep...
Scientists reveal 7 countries most likely to survive a global collapse by maintaining society and food production
In an intriguing analysis, two studies have spotlighted seven island nations poised to withstand global calamities. New Zealand emerges as the frontrunner, lauded for its geographic isolation and abundant local resources. Australia, on the other hand, shines in nuclear winter scenarios, showcasing its vast food production potential. Both countries, however, grapple with import dependency for vital...
Reform UK suspends two senior officials after undercover report on donations
Revelations are further blow to Nigel Farage ahead of conference speech, with Labour reporting party to policeReform has suspended two senior officials after they were filmed in an undercover investigation appearing to plot to avoid electoral laws on foreign donations.In a blow to Nigel Farage hours before his conference speech, the party said it had launched an investigation into the actions of J...
'Layer upon layer of miracles' to find tunnel survivors, Nepal rescue adviser tells BBC
From searching for a buried tunnel entrance to blowing up rocks the size of cars, rescuers had to surmount multiple challenges to reach survivors.
'Layer upon layer of miracles': How Nepal flood survivors were rescued from tunnel
From searching for a buried tunnel entrance to blowing up rocks the size of cars, rescuers had to surmount multiple challenges to reach survivors.
EU sanctions: a person must never be merely a means to an end
The EU is announcing its biggest wave of sanctions since the war in Ukraine began, says leading German free-speech lawyer Joachim Steinhöfel in this opinion piece for Euronews. He argues the measures violate human dignity and Germany's constitution.
South Korea weighs ‘contributions’ to Hormuz as US pressure mounts
South Korea is moving towards the possible deployment of naval assets to the Strait of Hormuz under mounting pressure from Washington, potentially making it one of the first US allies to contribute militarily to the strategically vital waterway, observers have said. The government has reportedly drawn up plans to deploy military assets, including a naval logistics support ship and P-8A maritime pa...
US House passes bill to stop federal funding of universities boycotting Israel
The US House has approved a bill aimed at halting federal support for universities that boycott Israel, marking a significant political shift that now awaits Senate approval. The vote reflected a mostly partisan divide, with some Democrats voicing concerns about free speech implications. Amid escalating protests against Israel's actions in Gaza, supporters assert that the legislation addresses ant...
Fake customer service drives 56% jump in phone scam losses to HK$900 million
Impersonating customer service staff is the “most rampant tactic” used by phone scammers, Hong Kong police have said, revealing the number of such fraud cases rose by 45 per cent to 4,830 in the first half of 2026 compared with a year ago. Despite the increase, deception cases overall fell slightly between January and June, dropping by 0.7 per cent compared with the same period last year, Superint...
Customer service a major ruse as phone scam losses up 56% in first half of year
Impersonating customer service staff is the “most rampant tactic” used by phone scammers, Hong Kong police have said, with the number of such frauds rising 45 per cent year on year in the first half of 2026 to 4,830 cases amid an overall decline in deception crimes. Superintendent Kwok Ching-yee of the Commercial Crime Bureau said police received a total of 20,613 deception cases in the first half...