Iran's new supreme leader vows to block Strait of Hormuz in first statement

12. März 2026, 18:41

A message attributed to Mojtaba Khamenei also says Iran will continue targeting US bases in the region.

France's ghost car scandal that allowed one million illegal vehicles onto the roads

12. März 2026, 17:44

Fake dealerships were manipulating the state vehicle licensing agency's official records, France's auditor has found.

Parents accused of hiding daughter's HIV infection and neglect

12. März 2026, 16:58

The child did not see a doctor until she was six - and had not had any vaccinations, Italian media say.

Nineteen jailed over deadly Moscow concert attack

12. März 2026, 13:29

Gunmen opened fire at Crocus City Concert hall near Moscow in 2024, killing 149 and injuring more than 500.

Rapper-politician Balendra Shah's party wins Nepal election

12. März 2026, 15:25

The Rastriya Swatatantra Party has won a large majority in an election dominated by issues including corruption.

China approves 'ethnic unity' law requiring minorities to learn Mandarin

12. März 2026, 08:41

The law states that children should be taught Mandarin before kindergarten, until the end of high school.

Epstein used modelling agent to recruit girls, Brazilian women tell BBC

12. März 2026, 00:05

Modelling agent used businesses to recruit girls and arrange US visas to visit Jeffrey Epstein, Brazilian women tell BBC.

Noma head chef resigns from restaurant amid abuse allegations

12. März 2026, 04:09

René Redzepi had previously apologised after ex-employees of the Danish restaurant accused him of creating a toxic work environment.