World Watch

On September 10, Poland reported an incursion involving Russian drones, prompting several NATO members to enhance their military presence along the eastern flank. In the early hours of the day, Polish forces shot down three Russian drones that had entered its airspace, while others crashed and were subsequently discovered in eastern Poland. In response to […]

Tensions are rising in Kathmandu, Nepal, following recent protests against corruption that escalated to incidents of arson and violence. Reports indicate that the unrest has resulted in significant disturbances, prompting the deployment of Nepal’s army to patrol the streets. This situation marks one of the most severe waves of unrest the country has experienced in

On Wednesday, a large crowd gathered at Utah Valley University to hear Charlie Kirk, a right-wing activist and supporter of former President Trump, speak. During his address, Kirk was shot and killed. This tragic event has prompted investigative efforts to establish a timeline of the incident, led by BBC Verify, with contributions from multiple journalists.

The Irish state broadcaster RTÉ has announced it will not participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest if Israel takes part. RTÉ stated thatIreland’s involvement in the event “would be unconscionable given the ongoing and appalling loss of lives in Gaza.” Ireland has a history in the contest, having won seven times since its inception,

French authorities are investigating an incident in which pigs’ heads were placed outside multiple mosques in Paris and its suburbs, occurring on a recent Monday night. The police suspect that two foreign nationals may have acted under the direction of a foreign intelligence service, likely Russian. Authorities discovered the heads outside nine different mosques on

At least 35 people were reported killed in Israeli air strikes on Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen on Wednesday, as stated by the health ministry associated with the Iran-backed group. The Israeli military confirmed it targeted military sites in the capital, Sanaa, and al-Jawf province, which included what it labeled as “the Houthis’ military public relations

South Africa’s Constitutional Court has issued a ruling allowing husbands to adopt their wives’ surnames, effectively overturning existing legislation that prohibited this practice. This decision came as a result of a case brought forward by two couples, highlighting concerns regarding gender-based discrimination inherent in the previous law. Henry van der Merwe and his wife Jana

At least 14 individuals have died in Bali, Indonesia, following severe flooding described by officials as the worst the island has experienced in a decade. Torrential rains caused major flooding, leading to rivers overflowing. Although rainfall has ceased and water levels are beginning to recede, rescue efforts are ongoing, with two individuals reported missing in

On a sunny day at a Utah college, a large gathering of students attended an event featuring Charlie Kirk, a prominent figure in conservative campus politics. Kirk, 31, was engaging in a debate when a gunshot interrupted the proceedings, resulting in him being shot in the neck. Attendees initially reacted by cheering and protesting, but

Prince Harry recently met with King Charles at Clarence House in London, marking their first face-to-face encounter since February 2024. This meeting follows a period of speculation regarding their relationship, with various hints suggesting a potential reconciliation. During a BBC interview in May, Prince Harry expressed a desire to mend ties with his family, stating,