Powerful earthquake strikes off the coast of Japan, tsunami advisory issued
An earthquake of level 4 on the Shindo scale has struck north-eastern Japan. Authorities have issued a tsunami warning with waves up to one metre high.
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Video shows Super Typhoon Fung-wong bringing powerful winds and flooding to the Philippines
Super Typhoon Fung-wong has triggered mass evacuations across the Philippines as powerful winds and torrential rains threaten millions following the devastation of Typhoon Kalmaegi.
Rodrigo Paz sworn-in as Bolivia's new president ending 20 year dynasty of one-party rule
The newly sworn-in president has promised to restore economic stability to Bolivia. The country has been dealing with a crippling economic and cost of living crisis, the worst in four decades, causing widespread unease and discontent.
Legendary Orient Express returns in Paris show celebrating 100 years of Art Deco
A Paris exhibition marks a century of Art Deco design with the rebirth of the legendary Orient Express, symbolizing the glamour and innovation of 1920s travel.
US government shutdown enters 40th day as senators work through the weekend to find breakthrough
The longest federal government shutdown in US history continues into its 40th day as Democrat and Republican senators clash over health care funding. The shutdown has left critical programmes like food aid unfunded, federal employees unpaid and caused major disruptions to
Rare ‘Mellon Blue’ diamond expected to fetch up to $30 million at auction
Geneva’s November auctions will showcase the 9.51-carat “Mellon Blue” diamond, a Fancy Vivid Blue gem valued at up to $30 million, alongside the Glowing Rose pink diamond and historic jewels once owned by Napoleon.
Nearly one million people evacuated as the Philippines braces for Typhoon Fung-wong
The Philippines’ braces for the second major typhoon to strike in two weeks. Experts are predicting Super Typhoon Fung-wong to make landfall with the archipelagic nation late on Sunday or early Monday, carrying winds exceeding 185 kilometres an hour in speed.
'Lux' album review: Rosalía's musical gift to the world which keeps on giving
In a career defined by variety and the defying of boundaries, Rosalía’s LUX stands as a monumental achievement of an avantgarde musical vision. Jakub Dutkiewicz has been listening carefully.
Deep-sea mining waste could disrupt marine food chains and threaten global fisheries, study warns
Scientists warn deep-sea mining plumes could starve tiny marine life, disrupting food webs and threatening fisheries
The International Space Station celebrates 25 years of human life in space. Here’s a look back at it
Three American and Russian astronauts landed at the International Space Station for the first time in November 2000. We take a look back at some of the station’s biggest moments.
Equivalised net income across Europe: Where do households earn the most?
Despite shared values and culture across Europe, significant income disparities persist. The gap narrows when adjusted for purchasing power, but substantial differences remain.
Latest news bulletin | November 9th, 2025 – Morning
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Climate change is making flights bumpier. Here’s how one airline is using AI to predict turbulence
Given that experts say climate change is making the skies bumpier, airlines are looking for ways to ensure passengers’ safety and comfort.
Meme matters: Angelina Jolie's driver taken by Ukraine army goes viral on net
The famous Hollywood actress and UN Goodwill Ambassador visited the Ukrainian cities of Mykolaïv and Kherson this week. Her trip was marred by a row with the Territorial Recruitment Centre - but the internet was delighted.
Thousands take to Lisbon streets over proposed labour laws
The government wants to make it easier for employers to fire people and to limit some compassionate leave.
Researchers discover giant spider ‘Megacity’ in cave on Albania-Greece border
Scientists have uncovered a massive spider colony of more than 110,000 arachnids living inside a cave on the Albania-Greece border, possibly forming the largest web structure ever found.
Israel and Hamas carry out exchange of remains as Gaza death toll continues to rise
Israel on Saturday returned the remains of 15 Palestinians to Gaza, a day after Hamas militants returned the remains of one hostage to Israel.
Kazakhstan to join Abraham Accords as it signs critical minerals and trade deals with the US
US President Donald Trump held an Oval Office call with Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, expanding the Abraham Accords to include the central Asian nation.
Uzbekistan and the United States agree to multi-billion dollar investments after White House meeting
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and US President Donald Trump held bilateral talks at the White House, after which $34.5 billion in economic agreements and trade contracts were signed between the two countries, under which US companies are to implement projects in the
Drone footage shows widespread destruction after deadly tornado hits Brazil
Drone footage captures the aftermath of a powerful tornado in southern Brazil that killed six people and injured more than 400.
Latest news bulletin | November 8th, 2025 – Evening
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What Hungary's Orban did - and didn't - get from Trump
On the surface, the Hungarian PM's trip was exactly what he wanted, but the full picture is more complex, writes the BBC's Nick Thorpe.
Iran to cut Tehran water supply at night as historic shortage worsens
Iran’s government may begin cutting water supply at night in Tehran as the capital faces its worst shortage in decades, with dam levels at historic lows.
Six dead as Russia hits energy and residential sites in Ukraine
Overnight, 25 locations including Kyiv were hit, leaving many areas without electricity and heating.
Trump hands Viktor Orbán a win as Hungary locks exemption for Russian energy imports
White House sources say exemption for Budapest to continue buying Russian oil will apply for a year. The move represents a political win for Orbán heading into an election in April, with the Hungarian economy in dire straits. Low energy prices could be a determining factor in
Overnight Russian attacks on Ukraine's eastern city of Dnipro kills three and injures 12
Overnight Russian strikes targeting the eastern city of Dnipro killed three people and injured at least 12 civilians, including two children, as Moscow continues to show no desire to end its invasion of Ukraine, now well into its fourth year.
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Drone footage shows Pokrovsk as Russia and Ukraine battle for control of key Donetsk city
Drone footage captures Pokrovsk, a front-line city in the Donetsk region, where fighting between Russian and Ukrainian forces continues.
Fire at Turkey perfume warehouse kills six
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan offered his "deepest condolences to the families" and said the government was investigating.
