9 killed in one of Canada’s worst mass shootings
February 12, 2026
Nine people have been killed in a mass shooting at a high school in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada.
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US lawmakers slam Pam Bondi over administration’s handling of Epstein files
February 12, 2026
US attorney general was hammered over heavy redactions to Epstein-related documents, prosecution of political rivals.
Thousands celebrate 47th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution
February 12, 2026
Rallies across Iran marked the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, with many showing support for the government.
Marwan Barghouti’s son calls on UK to put father’s release at heart of Palestinian renewal
February 12, 2026
Cross-party UK MPs campaigning for senior Fatah leader’s release from Israeli jail, saying he is unifying figureThe son of Marwan Barghouti, the Palestinian prisoner often described as the Nelson Mandela of the Palestinian movement, has called on the B...
T20 World Cup: West Indies beat England by 30 runs to lead Group C
February 12, 2026
Rutherford's 76 and spinners' control help the two-time champions beat the 2022 winners at the Wankhede Stadium.
Alleged drones in El Paso airspace cast spotlight on Mexican cartels’ growing arsenals
February 12, 2026
Closure of airspace draws attention to crime groups’ high-powered weapons – and may give Trump an excuse to attackAn alleged incursion by Mexican cartel drones into US airspace and the sudden closure of El Paso’s airspace has drawn renewed attention to...
Has Jeff Bezos brought down the Washington Post?
February 12, 2026
The Amazon boss has gutted a third of the workforce at the iconic newspaper
Frank’s downfall: Inside his struggle to get players and fans onboard
February 12, 2026
Thomas Frank has been sacked as Tottenham manager after just eight months in charge. BBC Sport's Sami Mokbel takes a closer look at his tenure.
Libya issues rare oil exploration licences to foreign firms
February 12, 2026
Winning bidders include Chevron, Eni, QatarEnergy and Aiteo.
A Jan. 6 rioter pardoned by Trump was convicted of sexually abusing children
February 12, 2026
A handyman from Florida who received a pardon from President Trump for storming the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, was convicted on state charges of child sex abuse and exposing himself to a child.
Former Daily Mail editor tells trial he stopped use of private investigators
February 12, 2026
Paul Dacre told the High Court he put the "shutters down" on unlawful newsgathering techniques.
Bangladesh’s election tests the power of Gen Z
February 12, 2026
Bangladesh’s first post-uprising election tests whether a new generation can truly reshape power.
US reopens airspace over El Paso after claim of cartel drone infiltration
February 12, 2026
The Trump administration's swift reversal has provoked questions about the legitimacy of the foreign drone claims.
Labour can win political argument for closer EU ties, says Rachel Reeves
February 12, 2026
Chancellor says stronger alignment with Europe is ‘biggest prize’ for trade and economic growthRachel Reeves has insisted Labour can win the political argument for a closer relationship with the EU, calling it the “biggest prize” for UK economic growth...
Kenyan court charges cult leader Paul Mackenzie over 52 more deaths
February 12, 2026
Mackenzie has been charged with organised criminal activity, radicalisation, and facilitating 'terrorism'.
England too ‘careful’ in defeat by Windies – Brook
February 12, 2026
Captain Harry Brook says England's batters were "too careful" in their 30-run defeat by West Indies at the T20 World Cup.
‘It was terrifying’: Tumbler Ridge’s tight-knit community in shock after shooting
February 12, 2026
Members of the remote community have spoken of their fear and uncertainty after nine people were killed.
Congresswoman presses Pam Bondi to apologise to Epstein victims
February 12, 2026
US Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal pressed Attorney General Pam Bondi to apologise to Jeffrey Epstein victims.
Vonn ‘making progress’ after third leg operation
February 12, 2026
Lindsey Vonn says she is "making progress" after having a successful third surgery on the broken leg she sustained in a crash at the Winter Olympics on Sunday.
School stabbing suspect is former pupil, police say
February 12, 2026
Two boys, aged 12 and 13, are in a stable condition in hospital after the stabbing in a school in north-west London.
Russia says it will stick to limits of expired nuclear treaty if US does
February 12, 2026
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov did not say why he believed the US would respect the limits set out in New START.
PM says peer did not give ‘full account’ over links to sex offender
February 12, 2026
Sir Keir Starmer was asked at Prime Minister's Questions about his decision to award a peerage to Lord Doyle.
India vs Namibia – ICC T20 World Cup: Match time, teams, how to stream
February 12, 2026
World champions India will likely be without Abhishek Sharma as they face Namibia in New Delhi on Thursday.
Iran says missile programme non-negotiable as Tehran, Washington eye talks
February 12, 2026
Eyeing second round of US talks, Iranian officials say willing to talk nuclear, but draw red line on ballistic missiles.
Nordic combined – the only event in which women cannot compete
February 12, 2026
Nordic combined is the only Olympic sport at Milan-Cortina that does not have a women's event. BBC Sport takes a look at why.
Lyse Doucet: In Tehran, rallies for Iran’s revolution overshadowed by discontent and defiance
February 12, 2026
The BBC visits the Iranian capital for the first time since authorities used unprecedented force to put down protests last month.
I Heal You, You Heal Me | Ep 1 – Rwanda
February 12, 2026
In post-genocide Rwanda, fragile encounters see survivors and perpetrators face the past to reopen paths to coexistence.
French biathlete guilty of fraud wins Olympic gold while scammed teammate comes 80th
February 12, 2026
Julia Simon holds finger to lips as she crosses lineSimon found to have spent €2,000 on rival’s credit cardAn athlete convicted of committing credit card fraud against one of her national teammates has won an Olympic gold medal for France in the women’...
Marine Le Pen appeal trial ends with presidential race at stake
February 12, 2026
Judges’ verdict on embezzlement challenge will determine whether far-right leader can stand in 2027 electionDefence lawyers for Marine Le Pen have told a Paris appeals court she did not orchestrate a system to misuse European parliament funds, at the c...
What are the latest developments in the Jeffrey Epstein case?
February 12, 2026
Journalist Vicky Ward first profiled sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in 2003. She discusses the fallout from the millions of publicly released documents, and why this story took so long to come out.
Why is the issue of Syrian prisoner repatriation from Lebanon complicated?
February 12, 2026
The repatriation of Syrian prisoners from Lebanon comes with political baggage for both Syrians and Lebanese.
Twelve men charged with manslaughter of football fan
February 11, 2026
Simon Dobbin suffered a brain injury from the attack and was unable to walk or talk before his death.
Dancer Robin Windsor depressed after leaving Strictly, actress tells inquest
February 11, 2026
Actress Lisa Riley is among those giving evidence to the inquest of her late Strictly dance partner.
Iran’s president denies it seeks nuclear weapon and admits ‘shame’ after mass protests
February 11, 2026
Masoud Pezeshkian tries to convey message of national unity as negotiations with US hang in balanceUS politics live – latest updatesIran’s president insisted his country was not seeking a nuclear weapon as he acknowledged “great sorrow” after the autho...
Cyclone slams into Madagascar, killing at least 20 people
February 11, 2026
Officials in Madagascar say building collapses are responsible for many of the confirmed 20 deaths from Cyclone Gezani.
Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona: Copa del Rey – team news, start time, lineups
February 11, 2026
All to know as La Liga leaders Barcelona clash with Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semifinal.
Father of activist Anna Kwok convicted under Hong Kong national security law
February 11, 2026
Kwok Yin-sang arrested after he tried to end pro-democracy daughter’s insurance policy and withdraw fundsA Hong Kong court has found the father of a wanted activist guilty of a national security violation, after he tried to end her insurance policy and...
How British skeleton came back fighting after 2022
February 11, 2026
The 2022 Winter Olympics were a disaster for British skeleton - but they have bounced back with a vengeance since.