Sign removed from British consulate in East Jerusalem amid closure plan
The sign at the British consulate in East Jerusalem has been removed as the diplomatic mission faces closure by the Israeli government, according to information accompanying a BBC report. The consulate was first established in 1838. Its planned closure…
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Palestinians in Gaza face Israeli strikes as ceasefire and peace plan stall
Palestinians in Gaza are continuing to face Israeli strikes despite a ceasefire, while a US-backed plan intended to end the war remains largely stalled, according to the BBC report. Many Palestinians are still living in cramped tent cities as the…
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Zimbabwe tycoon Sir Wicknell Chivayo remains a divisive figure after his death
Wicknell Chivayo, the Zimbabwean tycoon known as “Sir Wicknell”, divided opinion during his life and continues to do so after his death, according to the available report. His public reputation has prompted both admiration and criticism, making him a…
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New York court hears arguments in 9/11 families’ lawsuit against Saudi Arabia
A New York court has heard arguments in an ongoing lawsuit brought by families of victims of the 11 September 2001 attacks against Saudi Arabia. The families allege that men with links to the Saudi government helped those who carried out the attacks.…
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Toxic haze obscures Singapore landmarks as Indonesia faces severe wildfire season
A toxic haze linked to one of Indonesia’s worst wildfire seasons is affecting countries across South East Asia, with Singapore’s landmarks disappearing from view, according to a BBC report by Tessa Wong. The report examines how smoke and haze from the…
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Residents Report Eritrean Troops Moving South Through Ethiopia’s Tigray Region
Residents of Adigrat have told the BBC that truckloads of soldiers from Eritrea were seen moving south, indicating that Eritrean troops have moved deep into Ethiopia’s Tigray region. The residents reported seeing the soldiers transported in trucks…
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Israelis Demand Accountability Three Years After 7 October Attacks
Israelis are demanding accountability over the failures surrounding the 7 October attacks, three years after the attacks took place. The calls for answers have focused attention on responsibility for what happened and on whether there should be an…
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Republican candidates navigate a political tightrope over Trump
Republican candidates running in November’s elections are weighing whether to distance themselves from Donald Trump, whose unpopularity presents a political challenge even as he continues to dominate his party. The candidates face a difficult choice.…
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Nepali Families Left in Limbo as Flood Victims Remain Unofficially Dead
Many Nepalis swept away in floods have not been officially declared dead, leaving their relatives facing uncertainty, a lack of compensation and difficult administrative procedures, according to a report published by the BBC. The families are caught…
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Riot police clash with school protesters as demonstrations spread across France
Riot police have clashed with high-school protesters in France, with tear gas used during unrest as demonstrations spread across the country, according to a report from the BBC. The protests form part of a wider wave of demonstrations that has brought…
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Cornell rape allegations renew debate over drinking, consent and US law
Allegations involving rape at Cornell have prompted renewed scrutiny of how sexual assault laws in US states address drinking and consent, according to a BBC report. The BBC has spoken to experts about the current legal framework and why some believe…
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Warner Bros deal could reshape entertainment and news industries
A deal involving Warner Bros is expected to have consequences for the entertainment and news industries, while also raising questions about whether consumers could face higher prices for films, streaming services and related content. The potential impact…
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Death of Russian plague-lab worker prompts questions about pneumonic plague
The death of a worker from a Russian laboratory that researches plague has prompted questions about pneumonic plague and how the disease spreads. The information available does not identify the worker or provide details about the circumstances of the…
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British Airways plans record 106-seat business class on Airbus A380 jumbo jets
British Airways is building what it calls the “world’s largest” business-class cabin and ripping out dozens of coach-class seats, the starkest example yet of how airlines are betting their future on high-spending travelers. The changes are part of a…
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Home heating oil prices are soaring — and users’ winter bills could rise 21%, federal outlook shows
Americans who heat their homes with oil are expected to face sharply higher costs this winter, even as households that rely on natural gas or propane may get some relief. Home heating oil prices are expected to average $5.26 a gallon during the winter…
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USD/JPY Remains in an Uptrend as Intervention Risk Complicates Momentum
This currency paid has been within a long-term upwards track. However, financial institutions and large players who find themselves taking opposing positions and are trying to merely pursue the bullish trend often find that dangers and expensive losses…
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