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HomeNewsSportBusinessTechnologyHealthCultureArtsTravelEarthAudioVideoLiveWeatherNewslettersNewsNewsA fireball rises from the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted an area in Beirut's southern suburbsLIVE

Israel launches new strikes at Iran and Lebanon, as US says it has hit 16 Iranian mine-laying ships

Meanwhile, the UAE says its air defence systems are responding to a "missile threat".

A heavily stylised, high contrast composite image with a black-and-white photo of Jeffrey Epstein’s head in the centre and abstract red, orange, and beige shapes resembling suited figures on either side. The background includes dark horizontal bars with scattered, distorted alphanumeric characters. The overall effect is graphic and textured, with a mix of digital noise and collage-like elements.

Jeffrey Epstein had two key aides - why do they still control his money and secrets?

Richard Kahn and Darren Indyke administer Epstein’s estate - court filings allege complicity in his crimes.

4 hrs agoWorld

China and North Korea to resume passenger train service after six-year halt

Tickets for the first train departing on Thursday have reportedly sold out.

50 mins agoAsia

Steve Rosenberg: Russia seeks diplomatic and economic gains from Iran war

President Putin pits himself as a potential mediator but that's not an easy sell, writes the BBC's Russia editor.

8 hrs agoWorldA group of around 15 people, some seated, some standing, at the airport. Some with the Lion and Sun flag, which served as the official state flag before the Islamic revolution in Iran

Two more people connected to Iranian football team choose to stay in Australia

It is understood most of the team left Australia on Tuesday night, but that a player and a member of support staff have joined five players who chose to remain.

2 hrs agoWorldTwo young girls ring the New Year bell on the city wall of Nanjing on the first day of the Chinese Lunar New Year in Nanjing, China, on February 17, 2026.

'Investing in people': Can China's new push to boost spending revive the economy?

Beijing has spent decades relying on exports and innovation but that model is now under strain.

4 hrs agoAsiaSmoke plumes billow from the site of airstrikes near Azadi Tower in western Tehran on 10 March. The night sky and smoke are black. Below, lights are on in buildings and a tower is lit up.

'I just want to be able to sleep': Attacks in Iran rock cities and cut power

Iranians in Tehran and Karaj tell the BBC they are exhausted and struggling to sleep after 10 days of Israeli and US attacks.

15 hrs agoWorldMeghan wears a light pink and black dress and poses in front of a light blue background, smiling.

Meghan to headline 'girls' weekend' in Australia for 300 women

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are returning to Australia in April, their first visit since 2018.

3 hrs agoAustralia

At least six dead in Switzerland bus fire

Georgia race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene heads to a runoff

Zendaya's ring and Stella McCartney's horses - the sights and trends at Paris Fashion Week

Syrian ex-colonel in court on crimes against humanity charge

Russia's deportation of Ukrainian children amounts to crime against humanity, UN says

Iran war

Exterior damage to a room at the Ramada Plaza hotel following an Israeli strike that the Israeli military says killed four Iranian Revolutionary Guards, in Raouche, Beirut, Lebanon (8 March 2026)

War expands to central Beirut as Israeli strike kills Iranians in luxury hotel

Israel's military says it targeted Quds Force operatives after a return to war with Lebanon's Hezbollah movement, but Iran says they were diplomats.

An emergency worker in Tehran shields her face as black smoke rises behind her. She is wearing a red and white jacket and a face mask and standing in a sandy location. The image is imposed over the BBC Verify colours and branding.

Air strikes cause black rain and 'unprecedented' pollution in Tehran, scientists say

Air strikes have damaged at least four oil facilities since US-Israeli attacks on Iran began last month.

A shopper

Iran war cost will be passed to consumers, shipping giant boss tells BBC

The head of the world's second biggest shipping firm called for freedom of navigation to be restored.

Shipping in Strait of Hormuz - 6 March 2026 graphic

Strait of Hormuz timelapse shows fall in shipping traffic

The footage demonstrates the flow of ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz in the Gulf since the US-Israeli military offensive began against Iran on 27 February.

Pete Hegseth stands at a podium wearing a blue suit and a blue striped tie while point his right hand towrads reporters

US strikes minelaying ships in Iran after warning of 'intense' day of bombing

US intelligence assets believe Iran is preparing to deploy naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, the world's busiest oil shipping channel.

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A woman in silhouette sitting in front of a window looking at her phone

'Icky and heartbreaking': The $2 per hour worker behind the OnlyFans boom

The BBC talks to a Philippines-based woman paid to pretend to be an OnlyFans star in online chats.

4 hrs agoTechnologyA voter shows her inked thumb after casting her ballot at a polling station during Nepal's parliamentary election in Kathmandu

Vote counting continues in Nepal election - what is the latest result?

This election is the first since a violent youth-led uprising toppled the government in 2025.

23 hrs agoAsia

Bridgerton star on dealing with One Piece casting backlash

The decision to cast Charithra Chandran in the manga adaptation angered a vocal set of fans.

18 hrs agoNewsbeat

Has Hollywood golden boy Timothée Chalamet lost his shine?

Is the backlash against Timothée Chalamet about more than his views on ballet and opera?

1 day agoCultureA woman with long grey hair stands next to a man with a blue woollen hat. They are standing in front of an old brown car, which is on the back of a lorry.

From New Zealand to Orkney: Why we brought this classic car half way round the world

Dutchman Hans Compter travelled around the world to deliver the Austin to Cathleen Hourie in Orkney.

5 hrs agoNE, Orkney & ShetlandA woman is surrounded by flowers in the Death Valley.

Wildflowers cover Death Valley in best display since 2016

An unusually wet autumn hit one of the hottest places on Earth, soaking long-dormant wildflower seeds and washing off their protective coatings to trigger the riot of colour.

13 hrs agoUS & CanadaSlovakia's para-ice hockey team in a circle

Frozen out? The 'mixed' team event with one female player out of 135 entrants

Despite Para-ice hockey being a 'mixed' event at the Winter Paralympics, just one female player will compete at Milan-Cortina.

20 hrs agoDisability Sport

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Bridge over the Elbe River under construction. In the background across the river is the city centre, including the Frauenkirche and other landmarks.

Large parts of Dresden to be evacuated after 250kg WW2 bomb found

The city's biggest ever evacuation comes after the British flying bomb was discovered near a collapsed bridge.

6 hrs agoEuropeAlfredo Bryce Echenique in 1999 - a middle-aged man with black hair, round glasses and a moustache, and wearing a pin-striped suit and tie. There is a large lamp in the background behind him to his right.

Acclaimed Peruvian writer Alfredo Bryce Echenique dies aged 87

The author is best known for his novel A World for Julius, which chronicles the frivolous lives of the elite.

8 hrs agoLatin America

University tuition fees system is a 'mess', says Clegg

The ex-deputy PM told the BBC he would "take on the chin" any criticism surrounding his involvement

4 hrs agoFamily & Education

Lebanese man jailed in Germany for Hezbollah membership

The court heard how the 35-year-old had a key role procuring products for Hezbollah's drones programme.

13 hrs agoEuropePortrait of Maffeo Barberini by Caravaggio. Head and shoulders of a bearded man wearing a black hat and dark cloak.

Italy buys rare Caravaggio portrait for €30m

The purchase is part of wider plans to prevent major artworks from being bought by private collectors.

13 hrs agoEuropeSplitscreen. Left, a family look at the camera. Right, a man in glasses.

What do Georgians want from Marjorie Taylor Greene's replacement?

The special election to replace the congresswoman who resigned in January has resulted in a runoff between Republican Clayton Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris.

4 hrs agoUS & CanadaA hedgehog with its head pointing upwards, appearing to be alert, with a yellow flower in the green grass next to it.

Secret of hedgehog hearing discovered at far beyond human range

Researchers played a sountrack to hedgehogs to identify the frequency of sounds they can hear

4 hrs agoScience & Environment

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Sport

Igor Tudor looks on against Atletico Madrid

Is Tudor's Spurs reign almost up after only four games?

Igor Tudor's Spurs tenure could already be on the line after a disastrous defeat against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

4 hrs agoTottenhamTottenham goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky reacts during the Champions League game with Atletico Madrid

How Kinsky's horror night unfolded before 17th-minute substitution

Tottenham replace goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky in the 17th minute after conceding three goals inside the opening quarter of an hour of the Champions League last-16 tie at Atletico Madrid.

5 hrs agoTottenham

Sabalenka beats Osaka in Indian Wells last 16

World number one Aryna Sabalenka eases into the quarter-finals at Indian Wells with a 6-2 6-4 victory over Naomi Osaka.

7 hrs agoTennis

The Brits travelling in their thousands to 'Costa del Cheltenham'

Thousands of Britons have travelled to the Costa Blanca to enjoy Cheltenham Festival, the pinnacle event of the jump-racing calendar, from a distance.

11 hrs agoHorse RacingNewcastle United goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale after his side's 1-1 draw against Barcelona in the Champions League on 10 March, 2026

Sense of missed opportunity for Newcastle after late Barca blow

Eddie Howe's Newcastle were so close to a famous European victory, but now face a herculean second-leg task after Lamine Yamal's late penalty.

4 hrs agoNewcastleSteve Borthwick

Pressure of representing England has shown - Borthwick

England head coach Steve Borthwick says the shirt has "weighed heavy" on some of his players at times in a disappointing Six Nations campaign.

5 hrs agoEnglandOlise celebrates

Olise shines as Bayern hit Atalanta for six

Michael Olise shines in the absence of Harry Kane as Bayern Munich thrash Atalanta in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.

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