Veteran dissident who refused exile released

BBC World News - 13 hours 31 min ago
Mikola Statkevich, who spent more than five years in prison in his native Belarus, is now recovering from a stroke at home, his wife says.
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Trump's Board of Peace members pledge $7bn in Gaza relief

BBC World News - 14 hours 57 min ago
Trump said it "looks like" Hamas will disarm, even though there are signs the group is regrouping.
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US-Iran tension: Why Tehran may choose confrontation over 'surrender'

BBC World News - 15 hours 20 min ago
The Iranian leadership is weighing up whether resisting US demands is the best option for its survival.
Categories: BBC World News

Japan Ski Resorts Test Free Lift Tickets

Japan Travel News - 16 hours 55 min ago
Ski resorts in Japan are experimenting with sharply contrasting pricing strategies—from free weekday lift tickets to premium passes costing 33,000 yen—in an effort to revive a declining ski population and stimulate local economies, as operators seek new ways to attract visitors amid rising costs. (News On Japan)
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Trump says world has 10 days to see if Iran deal reached

BBC World News - 17 hours 6 min ago
The US is surging forces to the Middle East amid negotiations with the Islamic Republic over its nuclear programme.
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JR East Unveils Faster Online Shinkansen Booking Service

Japan Travel News - 17 hours 8 min ago
JR East announced today that it will launch a new service around autumn this year allowing passengers to reserve Shinkansen seats in as little as one minute. (News On Japan)
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Son of Robert Mugabe arrested in South Africa on suspicion of attempted murder

BBC World News - 17 hours 17 min ago
Bellarmine Mugabe is in custody after a man who worked at the place where he was staying was shot and injured.
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Son of Robert Mugabe arrested in South Africa on suspicion of attempted murder

BBC World News - 17 hours 17 min ago
Bellarmine Mugabe is in custody after a man who worked at the place where he was staying was shot and injured.
Categories: BBC World News

Ruling Party Pushes Through Record 122 Trillion Yen Budget in 44 Hours

Japan Politics News - 17 hours 31 min ago
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who launched the second Takaichi Cabinet on February 18th, signaled strong determination to secure passage of next fiscal year’s budget within the current fiscal year, even as a proposal to drastically shorten parliamentary deliberations has triggered backlash from opposition parties accusing the government of disregarding the Diet. (News On Japan)
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Woman accused of using ChatGPT to plan drug murders

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 20:56
The 21-year-old woman is accused by authorities in South Korea of secretly administering drinks containing drugs to three men in their 20s.
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Over 1,000 Kenyans enlisted to fight in Russia-Ukraine war, report says

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 19:44
Investigators call the recruitment a well-organised trafficking ring involving immigration staff and security agencies.
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South Korea's ex-president jailed for life over martial law attempt

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 18:46
Yoon Suk Yeol's December 2024 martial law bid fundamentally damaged South Korea's democracy, a judge told the court.
Categories: BBC World News

South Korea's ex-president jailed for life over martial law attempt

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 18:46
Yoon Suk Yeol's December 2024 martial law bid fundamentally damaged South Korea's democracy, a judge told the court.
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Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 18:03
The president's comments come just a day after the US gave its official backing to the UK's Chagos deal.
Categories: BBC World News

Sudan atrocities are 'hallmarks of genocide', UN says

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 17:08
A UN fact-finding mission issued the report after investigating the capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces.
Categories: BBC World News

White House presses Iran to make deal, while ramping up military presence

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 15:08
US media reports that Trump has discussed attack options with advisers, and a strike could happen as early as Saturday.
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White House says Iran would be 'wise' to make deal, as US ramps up military presence

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 15:08
US media reports that Trump has discussed attack options with advisers, and a strike could happen as early as Saturday.
Categories: BBC World News

Float featuring Brazil's Lula comes last at Rio Carnival

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 13:44
See the floats from the famous festival as the city's top samba schools compete for first prize.
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Float featuring Brazil's Lula comes last at Rio Carnival

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 13:44
See the floats from the famous festival as the city's top samba schools compete for first prize.
Categories: BBC World News

Australian presenter apologises for drinking before slurred Olympics report

BBC World News - February 19, 2026 - 13:11
Danika Mason also blamed the cold, after talking about coffee and iguanas in her live cross.
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