Afghanistan: Record civilian casualties in 2021, UN reports
War in Afghanistan (2001-present) Afghan civilians were killed or injured at record levels in the first half of this…
US accused of demonising China in high-level talks
The US has been told to stop “demonising” China, in their most high-level talks under President Biden. China’s Vice Foreign…
India landslide: Nine tourists killed as boulders fall from hilltop
Nine tourists have been killed in northern India after the vehicle they were travelling in was hit by falling boulders.…
Meteor wows Norway after blazing through night sky
By Joshua Nevett BBC News Norwegians have been left awestruck by a bright meteor that illuminated the night sky in…
Sajid Javid apologises for ‘cower’ Covid remark
Coronavirus pandemic Health Secretary Sajid Javid has apologised after saying people should no longer “cower” from coronavirus. He made…
Tokyo Olympics: First gold of Games goes to China’s Yang Qian in shooting
Tokyo Olympic Games on the BBC Dates: 23 July-8 August Time in Tokyo: BST +8 Coverage: Watch live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC…
Australia Covid: Anti-lockdown protesters condemned
Coronavirus pandemic Australian politicians have condemned protests against coronavirus restrictions amid a rise in cases. Thousands marched through Sydney…
India monsoon: Rescuers search for survivors after heavy rains
Rescuers are scouring devastated parts of western India for survivors after heavy rains caused deadly floods. Tens of thousands of…
Olympics: Munich victims honoured for first time at opening ceremony
The victims of the terror attack at the Munich Olympics have been remembered during Tokyo’s opening ceremony, the first time…
China imposes sanctions on US officials
China is imposing sanctions on several US individuals and organisations in response to recent US sanctions on Chinese officials in…