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Hundreds of drones swarm Ukraine nightly — soon there could be thousands Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
Ukraine is struggling to defend against growing drone attacks, and with Russia's mass production factories in full-swing there are fears thousands will soon be launched in a single night.Â
Climate conversation is stuck in a loop, but out in the world things are changing Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
We don't have to wait for moonshot technologies to reach our climate targets. Most of the solutions to the climate crisis are already around us.
After deadly floods in Bali, its people want answers. Many are blaming overtourism Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
Unexpected and deadly flooding rocked Bali last week, at a scale many had never experienced before. In the wake of this disaster, the search has begun for answers.Â
Way more wind, solar and EVs: The mammoth challenge to reach the 2035 target Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
Getting to even the bottom end of the government's 62 to 70 per cent emissions reduction target by 2035 will require drastic increases to solar and wind power capacity, electric vehicle take-up and an extension of the safeguard mechanism, according to the Climate Change Authority.Â
UK prime minister urges Trump to pressure Putin amid escalating 'recklessness' Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
Keir Starmer says recent incidents, including the incursion of Russian drones into Poland, showed the Russian president were "not the actions of someone who wants peace".
Seven key takeaways from Donald Trump's UK state visit Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
The US and UK leaders held a wide-ranging press conference after nearly two days of carefully crafted pomp and ceremony. Here's what they had to say.
Nationwide protests erupt in France over Macron's austerity policies Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
The CGT trade union claims more than a million people took part in demonstrations, while police say more than 90 people have been detained.Â
'Not here to replace people': AI-generated minister addresses Albanian parliament for first time Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
The world's first AI government minister was appointed last week by Albania's prime minister to oversee decisions on public tenders and to ease voter concerns about corruption.
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Trump berates suspended Jimmy Kimmel, Democrats lash regulator 'bullying' Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
Prominent leaders in the Democratic Party are accusing the US's communications regulator of "bullying" a network to take the long-running late night show off air.
Two dead after shooting at West Bank-Jordan border crossing Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
In a statement, the IDF said a person "arrived in a truck transporting humanitarian aid from Jordan, and opened fire".
Pope Leo says he has no intention of getting involved in US politics Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
Pope Leo says he recognises the influence of the United States on world affairs but makes clear he is not a supporter of US President Donald Trump.
Police officer found not guilty of assault during shopping centre scuffle Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
A New South Wales police officer is found not guilty of using unreasonable force while removing three girls and a woman from a scuffle at a shopping centre.
Man jailed for punching boy, threatening to use baby as human shield Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
Details of the 49-year-old's violent outburst at a WA school were revealed during his sentencing.
Star NT athlete, school staffer to stand trial on student sex charges Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
A Northern Territory sports star and school staffer will face the Supreme Court on charges of having sex with a student at the school where he worked.
UK and Lithuania arrest alleged Russian spies Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
British and Lithuanian authorities have detained people on suspicion of carrying out intelligence-related activities on behalf of Russia
Gout Gout, Torrie Lewis both miss 200m final at World Athletics Champs Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
Gout Gout and Torrie Lewis have missed the final of the 200m, both running to a hugely respectable fourth place in their semifinals.
ANU chancellor Julie Bishop formally responds to bullying allegations Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
ANU chancellor Julie Bishop provides a formal written response "categorically" denying allegations of bullying, harassment and hostile behaviour, levelled against her during a Senate committee hearing last month.
NT police charge man with Indigenous woman's domestic violence murder Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
Northern Territory police have charged a 32-year-old man with the murder of his 31-year-old partner, who died hours after she was found unresponsive in the front yard of a Palmerston home earlier this week.Â
Man charged with threatening to kill pro-Palestinian rally organiser Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
Queensland counter-terrorism detectives charge a man with making verbal threats via a carriage service to Remah Naji, a spokesperson for a Brisbane-based pro-Palestinian action group.
Former Broome pub manager convicted of raping staffer Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025
A District Court jury has found Stewart Patrick Burchell raped a former staff member and indecently assaulted several others during his time managing the Roebuck Bay Hotel.Â
News from the BBC World Service
Trump suggests Starmer could use military to control UK borders Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 The US president says illegal migration "destroys countries from within", as his two-day state visit to the UK comes to a close. Key takeaways from the PM and President's news conference Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 The US and UK leaders fielded questions on Ukraine, migration, free speech and Mandelson among other issues. First migrant deported to France under 'one in one out' deal Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 The man was removed on Thursday under the "one in, one out" agreement and has arrived in Paris. 'Cataclysmic' situation in Gaza City, UN official says, as Israeli tanks advance Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 A constant of stream of Palestinians flee southwards as Israeli tanks reportedly push further into Gaza's biggest urban centre. Corbyn and Sultana clash over new party membership Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 MP Zarah Sultana says she is a victim of a "sexist boys' club" in row over setting up new left wing party. Scientists pinpoint 'mileage clock' inside brain Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 They located this key area of function by recording the brain activity of running rats. No outside pressure to drop China spying charges against British men, says CPS head Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 He said his team had considered "alternative offences" but concluded "none were suitable". Two teenagers charged over Transport for London cyber attack Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 The police say the hack caused "significant disruption" and "millions in losses" for TfL. Author Sally Rooney says she could not collect prize in UK in case of arrest Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 The author has given her support to Palestine Action, who have been proscribed as a terrorist group. Planning approvals for new homes at record low, figures show Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 Planning approvals for new homes were at their lowest on record during Labour’s first year in office, figures show
Keely Hodgkinson makes winning start to 800m world title bid in Tokyo Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 Great Britain's Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson makes a winning start to her bid for a first world 800m title in Tokyo. In pictures: Chequers, scout groups and a dolls' house - day two of Trump's state visit Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 Day two of US President Donald Trump's second state visit Royals, Maga and tech CEOs: What we learned from state banquet guest list Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 The event is as much about diplomacy as it is about fine dining. Sweet treats for Kate and Melania as they host Scouts Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 Melania Trump also joined Queen Camilla for a tour around the grounds of Windsor Castle - including the Queen Mary's Dolls' House. US firms pledge £150bn investment in UK as tech deal signed Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 The UK government hopes the investment will create more than 7,600 "high-quality jobs". Why America is at a dangerous crossroads following the Charlie Kirk shooting Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 This moment has parallels with other periods of discord in US history, but it is more complicated than simply repeating them. DiCaprio on his latest film and 'divisiveness in our culture' Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 The actor says his latest film, One Battle After Another, "holds a mirror up to society". 'I'm taking life day by day, year by year': Tennis legend Bjorn Borg on cancer diagnosis Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 Tennis legend Bjorn Borg speaks to BBC Breakfast about his prostate cancer diagnosis and his rivalry-turned-friendship with John McEnroe. Fashion risks going backwards on diversity, says ex-British Vogue editor Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 Edward Enninful says being "super-thin" and European is often seen as "the norm" again. 'Slot-age time' - breaking down Liverpool's late success Posted on Thursday September 18, 2025 BBC Sport examines how and why Liverpool's thrilling late winners have come about.
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