Overcrowded car plunges into lake in Brazil, killing ten, including five children
The Rio de Janeiro government confirmed ten dead, including five children. Brazilian media say a baby was among the victims.
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Erdoğan joins Aliyev for Azerbaijan’s Victory Day in Karabakh
Azerbaijan celebrated on Sunday its sixth Victory Day, marking the end of the Karabakh war. Turkey's Erdoğan joined the commemorations to underscore the strength of bilateral ties despite recent differences, with Aliyev declaring that "this unity will last forever".
Rosstat hack: data obtained suggests over 390,000 Russian deaths in Ukraine war
Hacker groups Cyberpartisans BY and Silent Crow say they hacked Rosstat and counted Russian losses since the invasion of Ukraine. Their tally: between 393,000 and 450,000 killed.
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Watch: Spectacular double waterspout forms off Italy's Capri island
A rare double waterspout formed over Capri's iconic Faraglioni rock formations on Saturday, as heavy clouds gathered above the Italian island.
At least four dead, 88 injured as two trains collide south of Cairo
The accident occurred about 52 kilometres south of Cairo, when one train hit the rear of another and one derailed. Egyptian President Abdelfatah al-Sisi has ordered an investigation to determine the causes and responsibility.
More than 200 tarantula sightings in Austria in two months
Tarantulas are particularly active in the autumn, when they search for sheltered spots to spend the winter.
UK pays tribute to armed services members fallen in conflicts on Remembrance Sunday
Remembrance Sunday is held on the second Sunday in November, nearest to Armistice Day on 11 November, the anniversary of the end of World War I, and is led by the monarch.
Russian strikes on Ukraine leave 850,000 without power as Zelenskyy reports drone attack on Komyshuvakha
Zelenskyy said Russia had launched a drone strike on the site of a recent attack on Komyshuvakha, where rescuers have been carrying out search operations following a bombing that killed at least 55 people on Monday.
Europeans to join Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi, says French FM Barrot
"No one will speak in our name", French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot says, adding that Europeans will join next week's Russia-Ukraine talks. He also accused hard left presidential candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon of echoing Kremlin propaganda.
Egypt reopens Tripoli embassy after 12 years and raises concerns over Turkey-Libya maritime deal
Egypt is seeking closer ties with Libya’s western government after years of backing its eastern rival. Talks in Tripoli covered energy projects and Egypt’s objections to Libya’s maritime deal with Turkey.
Condolences and solidarity: European and world leaders react to Krakow shooting.
The tragedy in Krakow sparked reactions worldwide. Leaders of Germany, France, Italy, Ukraine, the Baltic states, the EU and the US offered condolences, stressing: "Poland does not stand alone".
Egypt announces new Mediterranean gas field discovery estimated at 200 billion cubic feet
The Ministry of Petroleum attributed the positive results to higher investment and exploration activity, noting a better investment climate and progress in settling overdue payments to foreign companies in the energy sector.
US forces strike commercial vessel in Gulf of Oman after crew 'ignored repeated warnings'
The UKMTO maritime agency said late on Saturday that it had received a report of an incident involving a bulk carrier and military forces in the gulf.
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Canary Islands demand urgent government action amid surge in migrant arrivals
Between 1 and 6 November, 49 boats carrying a total of 4,587 migrants arrived in the Canary Islands, according to the regional government.
At least 21 dead after migrant boat capsizes off Senegal, authorities say
The United Nations' International Organization for Migration (IOM) says the dangerous Atlantic Route is a key pathway for West African migrants travelling to Europe.
Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève 2026: Rexhep Rexhepi wins prestigious Aiguille d’Or Prize
At this year's luxury watch awards, 84 timepieces and clocks were in competition across 14 categories, including sports, calendar and astronomy, jewellery and mechanical exception.
How the deadly shooting in Krakow unfolded
Video authenticated by BBC Verify shows the moment gunshots rang out in Krakow's main market square.
Netanyahu rival Eisenkot to be tasked with forming new government following Israeli elections
In Israel, a candidate tasked with forming a new government has 28 days to carry out the job. The president is able to extend this by a maximum of 14 days before giving the mandate to someone else.
What we know about the Krakow shooting that left six people dead
Police said the bodies of the suspect's 53-year-old father, 52-year-old mother and 21-year-old sister had also been found at his home.
Fjord Oslo: Norway’s capital celebrates peace at open-air light art festival
The Norwegian capital is hosting the fifth edition of Fjord Oslo, an international festival showcasing outdoor light art. This year's edition brings together artists from several countries to explore the meaning of peace through installations across the city.
What we know so far after Krakow gun attack
Six people were killed in a random shooting in Krakow's main square, and three bodies were later found at the home of the attacker.
Trump offers UFC boss White House press secretary role: 'Dana, please take the job!'
Trump and White have forged a close relationship over the years, with Trump a regular attendee at UFC events and White having spoken at a number of the president's rallies.
Where would you go in a time machine? Physicist says time travel only goes forward
Pack for tomorrow, not yesterday. A physicist says time travel to the past could be impossible.
‘We’re hardly producing any power’: Can Europe’s solar boom survive a cloudy winter?
A prolonged period of cloudy and windless weather can throttle Europe's solar and wind generations, often causing the grid to rely on polluting back-up sources.
Cheek kisses, shoes off and punctuality: European social etiquette rules travellers should know
From taking your shoes off indoors to being on time, a new survey reveals the social etiquette rules that travellers should know before heading to Europe.
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My parents chose to die together and I was left to grieve alone
Els and Jan sought medical intervention to end their lives after 50 happy years of marriage, leaving behind their only child.
Germans wrestle with what to do with Hitler's destroyed Eagle's Nest retreat
While some believe the site should be partially or completely rebuilt, others want it abandoned and all memory of its Nazi past forgotten.
Poland: Footage shows people taking cover as a gunman opens fire in Krakow
Footage shows people fleeing as cars speed away during a deadly shooting at Krakow's Main Market Square, which left six people dead and about 15 injured.
Ukraine: Russian strikes hit Kyiv region, damaging infrastructure
Russian strikes have damaged infrastructure in the Kyiv region and left a kindergarten in ruins in the Ukrainian capital. Firefighters battled a major blaze as Ukraine faced renewed attacks on its energy network.
Liverpool FC targets counterfeit pro-Palestinian shirts using altered club crest
On the internet, fake Premier League shirts with pro-Palestinian slogans are on sale, affecting, among other clubs, Liverpool F.C. The Reds are now taking action.
'I saw ambulances and armed police': BBC correspondent in Krakow
BBC correspondent Magda Mis reports from central Krakow after a deadly shooting.
Video shows people fleeing as gunman opens fire in Kraków, Poland
UGC footage shows people running for cover as a deadly shooting unfolds in Kraków, Poland, leaving at least six people dead and around a dozen wounded, according to police.
Moment police officer appears to shoot Krakow suspect
Footage taken at the scene appears to show the moment a police officer appears to shoot the Krakow suspect.
