Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek dies aged 48
The father of six starred in multiple popular shows and films in the late 1990s and early 2000s, including Dawson's Creek and Varsity Blues.
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Police identify 18-year-old as suspect in Tumbler Ridge shooting
A candlelit vigil was held on Wednesday night in the remote British Columbia town where six people were killed and dozens injured.
Mapping U.S. strikes in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific
An ongoing record of U.S. strikes in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific in the leadup to the attack on Venezuela and apprehension of President Nicolás Maduro.
Four takeaways from Pam Bondi's fiery Epstein testimony
Lawmakers accused Bondi's justice department of making improper redactions to Epstein files as she fired back.
Lyse Doucet: In Tehran, rallies for Iran's revolution overshadowed by discontent and defiance
The BBC visits the Iranian capital for the first time since authorities used unprecedented force to put down protests last month.
'It was terrifying': Tumbler Ridge's tight-knit community in shock after shooting
Members of the remote community have spoken of their fear and uncertainty after nine people were killed.
Powerful cyclone kills at least 31 as it tears through Madagascar port
Madagascar's disaster management says roads are inaccessible with trees uprooted, power poles down and ninety percent of roofs ripped off.
Mother of fire disaster victims speaks to Swiss bar owners at hearing
Leila Micheloud had gone to the court where Jacques Moretti was being questioned over the deadly Crans-Montana fire.
What are Canada's gun ownership laws?
A deadly mass shooting in British Columbia is likely to increase scrutiny of whether Canada's gun laws should be toughened.
Party balloon or cartel drones? Closure of El Paso airspace causes 'chaos'
The sudden 10-day closure of El Paso's airspace reportedly followed a spat over drone technology testing by the US military.
Vance visits Armenia, Azerbaijan as Trump eyes deals in Russia’s sphere
The vice president’s historic trip illustrates Trump’s transactional diplomacy and willingness to use economic muscle to elbow out rivals such as Russia and Iran.
Watch: BBC in Tehran sees government's 'political reply' to massive protests
Lyse Doucet is in Iran for the first time since the crackdown on nationwide anti-government protests.
Emergency call released of boy who swam for hours to save family
Austin Appelbee, 13, swam to get help for his mother and siblings after they were swept out to sea.
Göbeklitepe, Taş Tepeler and life 12,000 years ago exhibition opens in Berlin, Germany
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Göbeklitepe-Şanlıurfa, Turkey Image: Hamdigumus. On February 6, 2026, the "Gebaute Gemeinschaft - Göbeklitepe, Taş Tepeler and Life 12,000 Years Ago" exhibition opened at Berlin 's James-Simon-Galerie . Scheduled to be running until July 19,
Tumbler Ridge mass shooting: What we know so far
Eight people have been killed and 25 injured in the shootings at a school and home in a rural community in western Canada, police say.
Australia's opposition leader under pressure after key resignation
The resignation of a key colleague paves the way for a challenge to first female Liberal leader Sussan Ley.
Ghanaians embrace 'Fugu Day' after online mockery of traditional outfits
The iconic attire has been trending online for days following the banter between Ghanaians and Zambians.
At least 9 killed, many injured in shootings at Canada school and home
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was “devastated” by the shootings, which took place at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia and at a residence.
India orders social media firms to remove unlawful content within three hours
Critics worry the rules would be a compliance challenge for tech platforms and could expand censorship.
Her sons were killed by Islamist militants. She's among thousands who had to flee
Yameogo Aminata says her four sons were slaughtered and her daughter is missing.
Police release man detained in connection to Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Police had searched the home of the person, who was taken into custody at a traffic stop.
Trump tells Netanyahu Iran nuclear talks must continue
The US President said "nothing definitive" was agreed during the meeting between the two leaders at the White House on Wednesday as nuclear talks intensify.
Russian strike kills 3 Ukrainian toddlers and father, with pregnant mother injured
The bodies of two brothers, aged two, their one-year-old sister and father were pulled from the wreckage of a house in north-eastern Ukraine.
UK will bolster troops in Norway to counter Russian threat
British troops in Norway will rise from 1,000 to 2,000 to address Russia's "greatest" threat since the Cold War.
Britney Spears sells rights to entire music catalogue
She is said to have sold to independent music publisher Primary Wave on 30 December for around $200m.
US lawmakers tell BBC Andrew should testify over Epstein files
It comes after the King said the Royal Family were "ready to support" police in their inquiries.
'We are treated as outcasts': Acid attack survivor fights for justice and dignity
Malik recently petitioned India's top court to include survivors forced to ingest acid under disability law.
The ghost ships in the English Channel and the question of what to do about them
What can governments do when countries circumvent or flout the rules to export oil?
