Niger coup: EU suspends security cooperation and budgetary aid
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-66337767?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 10:19 AM
It comes after the US declared its "unflagging support" for ousted president Mohamed Bazoum.
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Wagner could pose as migrants to enter EU, PM Morawiecki warns
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66347370?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 1:07 PM
Some Russian mercenaries are near the city of Grodno, close to Poland and Lithuania, Mr Morawiecki says.
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Iran sex tape scandal: Government says no prior knowledge of alleged behaviour
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-66349073?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 2:20 PM
A video - which is unverified - allegedly shows a regional head of Islamic guidance having sex with another man.
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Nine killed in Thailand fireworks warehouse explosion
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66349569?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 12:52 PM
At least 115 are seriously injured after blast in a market in Sungai Kolok, on the Malaysian border.
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Black bear cools off in California swimming pool
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66349101?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 1:06 PM
Police responded to the unexpected visitor splashing around in the backyard of a home in Burbank.
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Colombian president's son arrested in money laundering probe
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-66349570?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 2:22 PM
President Gustavo Petro ordered the investigation into his son Nicolas in March.
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Trump tells crowd he is the only Republican who can win 2024 election
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66333373?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 3:42 AM
Rivals Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis headlined the Republican party's Lincoln Dinner.
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Australia helicopter crash: Four military aircrew missing
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-66344550?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 12:28 AM
Police say debris has been found after the military aircraft crashed off Lindeman Island.
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Ukraine moves Christmas Day in snub to Russia
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66341617?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 7:12 PM
Ukraine will now mark Christmas Day on 25 December - the latest step to distance itself from Russia.
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Dnipro: Russian missiles hit apartment block and security service building
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66344549?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 6:23 AM
Nine people are injured and the top floor of an apartment block is almost completely destroyed.
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Greek fires at Nea Anchialos prompt blasts forcing F-16s to evacuate base
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66334787?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 1:56 PM
Residents escape by boat and the air force evacuates fighter planes as an ammunition depot explodes.
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Watch: Russia’s invasion of Ukraine through music by BBC Russia editor
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66334494?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 11:41 PM
Steve Rosenberg has written a score to chart life in Russia since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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The other American women's team at World Cup
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66330501?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 6:15 PM
A shock win by Philippines over New Zealand was forged thousands of miles away in the US.
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Lee Meng-chu: Taiwan businessman accused of spying in China is freed
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66289449?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 9:06 PM
A Taiwanese businessman's ordeal in China has underscored escalating tensions.
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Sudha Murty: Why her comment over spoons divided Indians
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-66336500?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 9:11 PM
Sudha Murty's life has been under increased scrutiny since son-in-law Rishi Sunak became PM of Britain.
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South Africa's Julius Malema celebrates 10 years of the EFF
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-66322447?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 3:26 AM
Julius Malema divides opinion like few other politicians but he is celebrating his party's 10th anniversary.
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Kenya cyber-attack: Why is eCitizen down?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-66337573?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 4:44 PM
A key government online platform has been down for several days and mobile money services are also affected.
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Niger coup: Simple guide to what's happening
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-66339528?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 5:36 PM
After the elected president is overthrown, here’s why it matters for the region, Russia and the West.
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Israel-Lebanon border tension raises fears of bloody escalation
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-66304498?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 8:34 AM
The Israeli-Lebanon front line holds ever-present risks of a new and devastating conflict.
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Africa's week in pictures: 21 - 27 July 2023
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-66323739?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 27, 2023, 11:11 PM
A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.
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Are arsonists behind Italy's devastating wildfires?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66332399?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 3:58 AM
Residents suspect most of the blazes blighting their stunning region are intentionally lit.
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Women's World Cup: Steel Roses outkick men in Chinese football
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-66313636?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 27, 2023, 9:32 PM
China's women's national team is a source of pride under a system that lavishes resources on men.
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Shush emojis and orders from the boss - new Trump charges in full
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66333592?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 4:06 PM
A revised indictment sets out new charges against Donald Trump, Walt Nauta and another employee.
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Elephant on the loose spotted outside supermarket in southern Italy
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66344561?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 29, 2023, 5:24 AM
Local media reports the animal escaped from a circus but has since been returned.
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Italy: Drone spots suspected wildfire arsonist
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66343164?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 5:21 PM
A man is detained in Italy after he was seen at the scene of a wildfire in Calabria.
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Greece wildfires trigger massive explosions at air force ammunition depot
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66334495?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 28, 2023, 9:29 AM
The blasts happened at an air force depo as firefighters continue to tackle wildfires in Greece.
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Why July is the 'world's hottest month'... in 61 seconds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-66332670?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 27, 2023, 6:49 PM
With July "virtually certain" to be the warmest month on record, BBC Weather has this analysis.
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Ousted president's party HQ set ablaze in Niger
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-66332360?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 27, 2023, 5:44 PM
Supporters of a coup take to the streets, with looting and demonstrations in the capital Niamey.
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Rhodes fires: View from Glystra beach
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66326435?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 27, 2023, 11:21 AM
The BBC's Azadeh Moshiri has been to Glystra beach near Kiotari, one of the areas worst affected by wildfires.
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Fire breaks out on cargo ship carrying 3000 cars off Dutch coast
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66319222?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 26, 2023, 4:48 PM
Videos from the Dutch coastguard show the vessel engulfed in smoke.
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