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Today so far 2026-09-13 · 12:00 UTC

Russians are seeking answers over hundreds missing after Ukraine's 2024 incursion, highlighting the ongoing human toll of the conflict in Eastern Europe. Beyond the war, tragedy struck in Chile where a fire at a nursing home killed 16 residents, while a teen boy was rescued after days adrift in Alaskan waters in a separate maritime incident. Geopolitically, Russia is shifting 90% of its BRICS transactions to local currencies amid international sanctions, and North Korea is reportedly using foreign talent to infiltrate US companies.

Watch: What happens if Luigi Mangione pleads guilty?

Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York - but any plea deal in his federal case could impact a separate state trial.

2026-08-14 · 01:19 UTC
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Engine parts smashed Ryanair window that man's head was sucked out of, report says

2026-08-13 · 21:43

A preliminary report by US investigators says an engine fan blade broke on last month's flight from Greece to Germany.

BBC Verify speaks to woman who filmed ICE agent pointing gun at her

2026-08-13 · 20:37

BBC Verify has examined footage shared by a Virginia woman in which an ICE agent points his gun at her.

Family of Irish plane crash victim awarded $29m in damages

2026-08-13 · 19:08

A jury in Chicago in the US awarded the sum to Michael Ryan's family after his widow Naoise Connolly Ryan brought a…

Ukrainian drones wipe out entire US tank brigade in live war game

2026-08-13 · 18:31

Ukrainian drone pilots teach the US military and NATO hard battlefield lessons.

Air India to test all pilots for banned substances

2026-08-13 · 16:52

It comes after one of its planes suddenly lost altitude last week, with a number of passengers injured.

Mangione lawyers to meet federal prosecutors amid reports of plea deal

2026-08-13 · 16:45

Mangione faces two federal stalking crimes that carry a maximum penalty of life in prison without parole.

Conditions on US aircraft carrier at sea for more than 250 days raise alarms

2026-08-13 · 16:30

There are reports of food shortages, broken plumbing and other potential harms aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has…

Romania shuts only nuclear plant as heat causes huge drop in Danube River level

2026-08-13 · 16:05

The Cernavodă plant, which produces 20% of Romania's electricity, is not expected to be restarted within the next 10…

Presidential pardon for French alleged spy accused of plotting Mali coup

2026-08-13 · 15:50

France is yet to comment on Yann Vezilier's pardon and previously called the accusations "unfounded".

Person fined after using foghorn to wake sleeping polar bear

2026-08-13 · 15:30

Under local regulations in the region, "it is forbidden to needlessly disturb, attract or pursue a polar bear".

Who could potentially replace White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt?

2026-08-13 · 14:56

The job requires managing a complex relationship with the media - as well Trump's high expectations.

‘Justified’ or ’no business being there’? Tennessee munitions town loyal to Trump but divided on Iran

2026-08-13 · 13:20

Hear from voters in Kingsport, home to a munitions plant supplying the US military, as tensions over the Iran war spark…

Deutsche Bank becomes first foreign yuan clearing bank in Europe

2026-08-13 · 12:09

Deutsche Bank has been authorized by China's central bank to clear renminbi transactions from Frankfurt, becoming the…

Indian Retail F&O Traders Lost $40.36B in 5 Years, With Losses Every Year

2026-08-13 · 11:00

According to Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) research, Indian retail Futures & Options (F&O) traders…

Zambians voting as president bids for second term

2026-08-13 · 10:51

Hakainde Hichilema wants five more years but continued cost of living pressures have dented his appeal.

UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat

2026-08-13 · 09:52

The UK government says it is "disrupting and deterring shadow fleet vessels" in accordance with the law.

French ambassador to CAR accused of bringing women to official residence faces disciplinary action

2026-08-13 · 08:15

The accusations against Bruno Foucher prompted investigations into a potential security breach.

More troops to be sent to West Bank village besieged by Israeli settlers

2026-08-13 · 08:12

Two Palestinian families in the village of Qusra say they have been trapped in their homes, with water and power cut…

Indian actor's video with endangered gibbon sparks investigation

2026-08-13 · 07:05

A deleted video of Tamil star Vikram cuddling an endangered gibbon has triggered an inquiry into how the animal entered…

U.S. Debt Is About to Break a WWII-Era Record Without a World War. What’s Driving It?

2026-08-13 · 06:56

The United States is moving toward a debt burden last seen after WWII, but no similar military buildup explains today’s…

Fed Injects $5B Into U.S. Economy as Bitcoin Traders Watch Fresh Liquidity

2026-08-13 · 06:04

The Federal Reserve added approximately $5.179 billion to bank reserves through a scheduled Treasury bill purchase…

July CPI Cools to 3.4%, But Fed Hold Still Favored for September

2026-08-13 · 06:01

On August 12, 2026, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its July Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, showing…

Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC

2026-08-13 · 04:55

In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov says the Kremlin leader can only "destroy…

Japan protests Putin visit to disputed islands

2026-08-13 · 04:50

The Russian leader visited the Kuril islands for the first time, according to state media.

Australian army whistleblower released on parole after more than two years in jail

2026-08-13 · 02:23

David McBride was jailed after pleading guilty to leaking military secrets about Afghanistan.

'If you're not conservative, don't come here': The town making missiles for Trump

2026-08-12 · 23:26

Trump's poll numbers appear to be down, but in this town, his support is as strong as ever.

Why Can't You Find Canned Sardines?

2026-08-12 · 21:45

Canned sardines are facing widespread shortages across supermarkets due to a viral social media diet trend that has…

ICE equipping agents with gloves that deliver electric shocks

2026-08-12 · 21:13

ICE plans to spend up to $20 million to equip agents with GLOVE (Generated Low Output Voltage Emitter) gloves that can…

Three men will be executed on the same day as death penalties rise in US

2026-08-12 · 20:52

Despite growing opposition to the death penalty, one state is behind the rising numbers.

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