The bikers battling extreme heat and armed conflict to smuggle Iranian fuel to Pakistan

It's so hot the fuel can catch fire - the bikers tell the BBC they must live with the risk of injury and death. from BBC News https://...

India: Why a country of 1.4 billion is not in the football World Cup

The world's most populous country is still missing from football's biggest stage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/coOfCv7 via BCC Ne...

Married at First Sight Australia allegations 'disturbing', says country's watchdog

The claims also prompted a response from UK media regulator Ofcom, who called them "deeply concerning". from BBC News https://if...

'Dancing girl's' bare torso restored in Indian textbook after backlash

A picture in a new school textbook had covered up the naked torso of the famous figurine with dark shading. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y...

Trump heralds Iran deal but questions - and risks - remain

The announcement of an Iran deal was a welcome birthday gift for the president – but its success or failure may hinge on the details. from...

Israeli air strikes hit Lebanese city of Tyre despite Iranian warning to stop attacks

Iran warned Israel on Monday that it could resume hostilities if attacks on its Lebanese ally Hezbollah do not stop. from BBC News https:/...

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un vow stronger ties as North Korea visit wraps up

Xi has wrapped up a two-day visit to Pyongyang, his first official trip to North Korea since 2019. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eBrnq0U ...

Steve Rosenberg: Lasting image of Russia's economic forum is plume of smoke over St Petersburg

The BBC's Russia editor saw Putin's flagship economic event overshadowed by Ukrainian drones attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Germany blames Russia for 'bitter defeat' in UN Security Council bid

Johann Wadephul said it was "no secret" Russia had stirred up sentiment against Germany over its support for Ukraine. from BBC N...

'They'll fix the building, but not our souls': Sleepy Kyiv neighbourhood hit in Russian strike

Scenes of devastation greet residents emerging from underground shelters after a major Russian attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xZwvAC...

Watch: Explosion at fireworks factory in Malta

Two men were injured in the explosion and were taken to hospital with minor injuries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4ar9FIx via BCC News

China cracks down on 'ghost kitchens' in food delivery apps

"Ghost kitchens", which are listed on apps but have no physical stores, have raised food safety fears. from BBC News https://ift...

Marilyn Monroe lookalikes gather to celebrate her 100th birthday

Fans set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been the legendary ac...

US, UK and Australia to develop underwater drone technology

The technology, developed under the Aukus military pact, is aimed at protecting undersea cables and boosting naval defence. from BBC News ...

Watch: Moment 14-year-old wins US national spelling bee

A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...