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Magnitude 7.3 earthquake quake strikes off Mexico coastFri 17th Jul 2026 19:12 BST
Magnitude 7.3 earthquake quake strikes off Mexico coast

The US Tsunami Warning Center has recorded waves 0.3m (1.1 feet) high in Puerto Madero and Chiapas in Mexico after the quake.

Air conditioner sparked deadly blaze at children's orphanage - policeFri 17th Jul 2026 17:20 BST
Air conditioner sparked deadly blaze at children's orphanage - police

Eleven people, including children, died in the fire that also injured 19 others.

Second tanker in three months hijacked off Yemen by suspected Somali piratesFri 17th Jul 2026 18:01 BST
Second tanker in three months hijacked off Yemen by suspected Somali pirates

There have also been several unsuccessful attacks in a region where piracy appears to be making a comeback.

China hits out at British Steel nationalisationFri 17th Jul 2026 17:44 BST
China hits out at British Steel nationalisation

The UK government said taking the firm into public hands would safeguard "a vital national capability".

Trump alleges China meddled in 2020 election and questions voting security ahead of midtermsFri 17th Jul 2026 12:37 BST
Trump alleges China meddled in 2020 election and questions voting security ahead of midterms

China said Trump's claims were fabricated and US Democrats said he was paving the way to undermine November's elections.

Trump Media to sell instant access to 'market-moving' social postsFri 17th Jul 2026 08:25 BST
Trump Media to sell instant access to 'market-moving' social posts

Trump Media is launching a fast, paid feed to its most influential posts for Wall Street traders.

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