BBC News:
| Russia's prominent anti-war politician jailed for 11 years | Mon 17th Aug 2026 17:17 BST |
Lev Schlosberg is found guilty of "discrediting" Russia's army - a verdict he condemns as punishment for his political position. | |
| French PM heckled over wildfire response as blazes continue across Europe | Mon 17th Aug 2026 19:00 BST |
The prime minister announced on Monday €12m worth of aid to French regions that had been worst affected by the fires. | |
| US hiker dies after being struck by lightning on Mount Etna | Mon 17th Aug 2026 13:23 BST |
The 30-year-old was on the active volcano when a thunderstorm developed, local media report. | |
| Trump says US to reduce military drills with South Korea after it stayed out of Iran war | Mon 17th Aug 2026 19:39 BST |
Trump cites his "very good relationship" with North Korea's leader in deciding to downsize the exercises. | |
| What it's like to be on a warship like the USS Abraham Lincoln | Tue 18th Aug 2026 06:07 BST |
Concerns have mounted about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed since 11 December. | |
| Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is appealing - here's what you need to know | Mon 17th Aug 2026 19:03 BST |
The Australian, who notoriously poisoned her family members, is trying to overturn her conviction. | |


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