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South African airline behind daring stadium stunt cancels next flyby, regulator says

The civil aviation authority says it is also investigating last Saturday's aerial display.

Woman charged with juror intimidation in Lindsay Clancy trial

Dawn Light is accused of taking photos of jurors outside the Plymouth courthouse, a practice prohibited by the court.

India’s GDP Explosively Soars 7.8% – But a Ominous Data Dispute Signals Danger for Crypto Investors

On August 31, 2026, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) reported that India’s real GDP grew…

Norway Moves to Regulate 'Pervert Glasses,' Weighs Facial Recognition Ban

The country's consumer watchdog went further, urging retailers to stop selling the devices until the law is clear.

'Nothing but mud and silt' - the village swept away by deadly floods in Nepal

BBC South Asia correspondent Azadeh Moshiri spoke to a local, who is still waiting for his his wife's body to be…

India’s Market Setup Has Improved: But Is the Opportunity Already Priced In?

India’s market backdrop has improved, but recent gains suggest investors have priced part of that recovery into smaller…

Norway considers ban on camera-enabled wearable ‘pervert glasses’

The Nordic country says wearable camera headsets need to be regulated given their privacy risks.

EU and Nato vow to step up pressure on Russia after 'new escalation' in Germany

Russia is accused of growing increasingly reckless after Berlin blamed Russia for a failed drone attack on Leipzig…

Dutch central bank moves share of gold from U.S., Canada to London

‘It’s Their Problem’: Kiyosaki Says He’s $1.2B in Debt

Robert Kiyosaki says he’s $1.2 billion in debt on real estate, and he’s not worried, because he believes owing that much…

India’s GDP Is Booming at 7.8%: So Why Aren’t Nifty and Sensex Rallying?

India’s GDP expanded 7.8% year over year in the April-June quarter, beating the RBI’s 7% projection and the 7.1% market…

More than 900 killed in Gaza this year despite ceasefire, Hamas-run health ministry says

The ministry says the total number of people killed in the Strip since 10 October is now more than 1,300, including 301…

Rosenberg: Putin's veiled threat to UK part of Russia's campaign against West

The Russian president wants to keep Britain guessing - and stressing - over Moscow's real intentions.

Madagascar ex-Senate chief sentenced to hard labour over deadly Gen Z protest crackdown

At least 22 people were killed and more than 100 injured during last year's unrest, according to the UN.

What we know about reported strike on Iran wedding celebrations

BBC Verify looks at footage showing the aftermath of a strike on a building in southern Iran.

FIA wrong to lift Russia ban - Ukraine minister

The FIA was wrong to lift the ban on Russian competitors because nothing has changed since it was imposed, the Ukrainian…

Thousands still missing as Nepal-Tibet flood relief and recovery intensifies

More than 1, 000 people have died and thousands are missing, with communities relying on airlifted supplies.

G20 Backs Clear Regulatory Pathways for Digital Asset Innovation

The G20 indicated an increased emphasis on digital asset innovation while remaining cognizant of maintaining financial…

Banca Etica Suspends A/I's Account While Condemning the Sanctions Behind It

Sweden pauses Denmark power cable over EU grid rules

Sweden has paused construction of Konti-Skan Connect, a planned electricity cable with Denmark, in protest over EU rules…

Guinea-Bissau referendum approves new constitution that expands president's powers

The sweeping reforms come in the wake of last year's coup and ahead of a proposed return to civilian rule.

India’s Equity Premium Is Cracking: Why Global Investors Are Losing Faith While Indians Keep Buying

India’s stock market is currently facing a strange phase with significant pressure from an unusual source.

Why do US troops have history with this Thai city?

The BBC’s Jonathan Head looks at the links between the US troops and the resort city of Pattaya as an aircraft carrier…

Bus crash on Egypt's Red Sea coast kills 16

Another 28 people are injured in the accident in the South Sinai governorate, officials say.

HDFC Bank Dollar Bonds Hit Record Low: Here is the Terrifying Credit Market Signal Indian Traders are Ignoring

HDFC Bank Ltd.’s newly issued dollar bonds hit record lows after Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sashidhar Jagdishan…

South Korea jails disabled care home head for sexually assaulting residents

The man, surnamed Kim, was handed a 15-year prison term for abusing three residents at the facility near Seoul.

Israel expanding presence in Lebanon, officials say, as BBC visits occupied areas

A BBC team joined a humanitarian mission of the UN peacekeeping force, which says Israeli troops are fortifying…

Jailed HK activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to foreign collusion

Wong, 29, is already in prison on subversion charges under the controversial National Security Law.