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US discussing options to acquire Greenland, including use of military, White House says

It came as European allies rallied behind Denmark, which is pushing back against Trump's ambitions for the Arctic island.

38 mins agoUS & Canada

The painful questions for Nato and the EU as Trump threatens Greenland

The White House has said that 'utilising the ‌US military is ‍always an option at the commander-in-chief's disposal'

3 hrs agoBBC InDepth

Six dead and hundreds of flights cancelled as snow causes chaos across Europe

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled in Amsterdam and Paris, with thousands of people stranded.

8 hrs agoEurope

At least 36 people killed during Iran protests, rights group says

More than 2,000 people have also been arrested during the unrest, activists say, which began 10 days ago and has spread to most of Iran's provinces.

3 hrs agoMiddle East

Trump's Venezuela raid has created chaos - and that is a risk for China

The US's seizure of Nicolás Maduro carries uncertainty for China, which is is no fan of chaos.

3 hrs agoWorld

Trump says Venezuela will be 'turning over' up to 50m barrels of oil to US

Earlier the president said US oil firms could be "up and running" in the country within 18 months.

2 hrs agoLatin America

UK and France to send troops to Ukraine if peace deal agreed

The announcement was made by UK PM Sir Keir Starmer after a meeting of Ukraine's allies in Paris.

4 hrs agoEurope

Lego unveils tech-filled Smart Bricks - to play experts' unease

Lego says its new tech-enabled products are its "most revolutionary innovation" since it launched its mini-figurines in 1978.

10 hrs agoTechnology

Swiss ski bar not inspected for five years before deadly fire, mayor says

US may intercept and seize oil tanker heading for Europe, reports say

Children killed after drone hits home in Sudan, medics say

Israel's foreign minister on historic visit to Somaliland

Iran anti-government protests spread to majority of provinces, videos show

US operation in Venezuela

BBC looks into the relationship between Cuba and Venezuela

The BBC's Cuba correspondent, Will Grant, explains what's the nature of the relationship between Venezuela and Cuba.

Venezuelan security forces detain journalists from foreign news organisations

Venezuelans describe their fear of speaking out as 14 media workers are detained and police check people's social media.

Trump supporters across US react to Venezuela operation

Trump supporters react after US forces seized Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro with some welcoming the move and others expressing caution about what it means going forward.

What is Maduro charged with and what is the evidence?

The 25-page charging document details a litany of allegations, including accusations that Maduro and his wife ordered kidnappings, beatings and murders.

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Why does Trump want Greenland and what could it mean for Nato?

The US president's repeated demands to control Greenland could threaten the Nato military alliance.

3 hrs agoWorld

Tomorrowland to hold its first ever Asia festival in Thailand

Founded 20 years ago, Tomorrowland has grown into one of the most iconic celebrations of electronic music.

16 hrs agoWorld

Skiers create heart-shaped tribute for Switzerland fire victims

Skiers formed a heart shape on the slopes of Crans-Montana, days after 40 people were killed in a fire at the Swiss ski resort town.

21 hrs agoEurope

How Geese took flight to become 'Gen Z's first great American band'

The New Yorkers, who are fourth in the BBC's Sound of 2026, say they're 'still processing' their rise.

20 hrs agoCulture

An Indian state wants to tackle hate speech with a law - can it work?

Karnataka has passed a bill to prevent hate speech and hate crimes but critics say it could erode civil liberties.

1 hr agoAsia

Selfies and smiles: South Korea seeks 'new phase' in ties with China

South Korea's Lee Jae Myung snapped selfies with China's Xi Jinping as he pursues better ties with China in a four-day visit.

24 hrs agoAsia

Watch: Trump says Maduro copied his dancing. Did he?

The US president on Tuesday claimed the ousted Venezuelan leader imitated his moves. Here's a side-by-side look at both men's dancing.

4 hrs agoWorld

'A moving moment' as Rosenior breaks barriers

Liam Rosenior's appointment as Chelsea manager is a "massive moment" for representation in the Premier League.

6 hrs agoChelsea

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Watch: Trump says Maduro copied his dancing. Did he?

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BBC looks into the relationship between Cuba and Venezuela

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Trump supporters across US react to Venezuela operation

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BBC Verify examines claims Venezuela 'stole' US oil

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'It seems unjust to me' - views from Caracas on Maduro's seizure

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Nvidia unveils self-driving car tech as it seeks to power more products with AI

The chip giant is looking for ways to move the AI revolution beyond software and into physical products.

16 hrs agoTechnology

Children killed after drone hits home in Sudan, medics say

At least 13 people, including eight children, have been killed in the strike in el-Obeid city, medics say.

14 hrs agoAfrica

US Congressman Doug LaMalfa dies unexpectedly at 65

The death of LaMalfa, a Trump ally, shaves the Republican majority in the US House of Representatives to just a few seats.

9 hrs agoUS & Canada

Dance music festival Tomorrowland to hold three-day event in Thailand

Founded 20 years ago, Tomorrowland has grown into one of the most iconic celebrations of electronic music.

16 hrs agoWorld

UK government demands Musk's X deals with 'appalling' Grok AI deepfakes

Grok is being used to digitally remove women's clothing - something victims describe as "dehumanising".

9 hrs agoTechnology

Netflix pulls Chinese drama after Vietnam's outcry over disputed map

An episode in the drama Shine on Me features a map depicting contested claims in the South China Sea.

19 hrs agoAsia

Man Utd hold talks with trio over caretaker role

Manchester United hold talks with former players Darren Fletcher, Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer about becoming the club's caretaker manager.

9 hrs agoMan Utd

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US discussing options to acquire Greenland, including use of military, says White House

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Trump's Venezuela raid has created chaos - and that is a risk for China

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The painful questions for Nato and the EU as Trump threatens Greenland

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Trump says Venezuela will be 'turning over' up to 50m barrels of oil to US

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Lego unveils tech-filled Smart Bricks - to play experts' unease

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Cuba defiant as it braces for post-Maduro era

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Bowen: Trump's action could set precedent for authoritarian powers across globe

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UK and France to send troops to Ukraine if peace deal agreed

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US may intercept and seize oil tanker heading for Europe, reports say

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Six dead and hundreds of flights cancelled as snow causes chaos across Europe

Sport

'An impossible task?' Winless run leaves West Ham facing drop

Booed off the pitch after conceding a late winner at home against their relegation rivals and on a 10-game winless run - these are desperate times for West Ham.

2 hrs agoWest Ham

Interim boss Fletcher sought Ferguson 'blessing'

Darren Fletcher says he sought the blessing of his old Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson before taking interim charge at the Old Trafford club.

4 hrs agoMan Utd

Algeria strike late in extra time to beat DR Congo at Afcon

Adil Boulbina scores a 119th-minute winner as Algeria beat DR Congo to reach the quarter-finals at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Rangers have dragged themselves back into title race - but Rohl wants more

Rangers have made a "statement" by moving to within three points of Scottish Premiership leaders Hearts - but head coach Danny Rohl says moving above Celtic into second place is "still not what we want".

3 hrs agoRangers

'A moving moment' as Rosenior breaks barriers

Liam Rosenior's appointment as Chelsea manager is a "massive moment" for representation in the Premier League.

6 hrs agoChelsea

Stokes suffers adductor injury in final Ashes Test

England captain Ben Stokes leaves with the field with a right adductor injury on day four of the fifth Ashes Test against Australia in Sydney

3 hrs agoEngland

Amad stars as Afcon holders Ivory Coast ease into last eight

Amad Diallo stars as defending champions Ivory Coast beat Burkina Faso 3-0 to reach the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.