BBC News - World
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January 1, 2026 - 18:24
Dozens of people are believed to have died after a fire broke out during New Year's Eve celebrations.
January 1, 2026 - 18:11
A currency collapse has led to protests breaking out across the country, with unrest reported in several cities.
January 1, 2026 - 17:15
The blaze was thought to have started just after midnight and was swiftly declared a major fire
January 1, 2026 - 17:15
The blaze was thought to have started just after midnight and was swiftly declared a major fire
January 1, 2026 - 17:12
Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos is "recovering well" after undergoing what he describes as "a preventative medical procedure".
January 1, 2026 - 17:12
Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos is "recovering well" after undergoing what he describes as "a preventative medical procedure".
January 1, 2026 - 15:37
The Democratic politician took his oath over a Quran in the disused Old City Hall subway station.
January 1, 2026 - 15:37
The Democratic politician took his oath over a Quran in the disused Old City Hall subway station.
January 1, 2026 - 15:37
The Democratic politician took his oath over a Quran in the disused Old City Hall subway station.
January 1, 2026 - 14:22
Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.
January 1, 2026 - 14:22
Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.
January 1, 2026 - 10:49
The worker is "recovering" after he was seen on video being knocked off his feet by the 400-lb (180kg) rubber Indiana Jones prop.
January 1, 2026 - 10:49
The worker is "recovering" after he was seen on video being knocked off his feet by the 400-lb (181kg) rubber Indiana Jones prop.
January 1, 2026 - 09:40
Marcus Alexander Muench Casanova, 19, who fatally fell 500 feet (150m) from a trail, was an "avid sailor and outdoorsman", his family says.
January 1, 2026 - 09:32
Two of the former world champion's closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.
January 1, 2026 - 09:17
The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.
January 1, 2026 - 09:17
The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.
January 1, 2026 - 08:07
Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.
January 1, 2026 - 08:07
Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.
January 1, 2026 - 07:05
The move is dividing the nation - some welcome it as a bold leap forwards, but others fear it will lead to economic stagnation.
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