Assad regime planned US journalist's kidnap for weeks, BBC finds

17. Sept. 2026, 05:00

Austin Tice’s abduction was approved by Syria’s former leader Bashar al-Assad, a source claims.

Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC

16. Sept. 2026, 23:41

Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC.

Photos show widespread damage at US sites from Iranian attacks

16. Sept. 2026, 18:36

A wrecked air force plane and destroyed buildings are among the images obtained by the BBC's partner CBS News.

International students, 'visa hoppers' and backpackers targeted in Australia migration crackdown

17. Sept. 2026, 05:05

The government wants to reduce net overseas migration to 225,000 people by 2028.

US interest rates raised for first time in three years

17. Sept. 2026, 00:40

Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut.

Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter

17. Sept. 2026, 05:00

There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment.

EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member'

17. Sept. 2026, 00:32

Trump, who has frequently clashed with Canada's PM, threatens to cut trade with the European Union in response to the proposal.

US House votes to hold billionaire Epstein associate Leon Black in contempt

16. Sept. 2026, 19:59

Black - who had business ties to Epstein - declined to appear and provide documents related to the convicted sex offender.