- Monday, 23 February 2026
BBC
Tesla China rival BYD sees profits and sales fall
Chinese car giant BYD has seen profits fall as it is hit by slowing demand for electric vehicles (EV) and a price war in the world's largest car market. The firm said it made $630m (£502m) in the first three months of the year, more than 47% lower than the previous quarter.
Indian MP's 'sex abuse' tapes spark outrage
Thousands of videos allegedly showing an Indian MP sexually abusing women have circulated in the southern state of Karnataka, sparking outrage. Police are investigating allegations against Prajwal Revanna who is accused of assaulting several women.
More than 40 killed in Kenya after dam bursts
More than 40 people have died in Kenya after a dam burst following heavy rains and flooding, officials have said. Homes were swept away and roads were cut off after the dam burst in Kamuchiri village in western Kenya.
Iraqi TikTok star Om Fahad shot dead in Baghdad
Iraqi social media influencer Om Fahad has been shot dead outside her home in Baghdad, according to local media reports. The attack happened in the capital's eastern Zayne neighborhood on Friday.
Conservation slowing biodiversity loss, scientists say
Conservation actions are effective at reducing global biodiversity loss, according to a major study. International researchers spent 10 years looking at measures, from hatching Chinook salmon to eradication of invasive algae.
Free beer and taxi rides to woo voters in Indian city
Many companies in the southern Indian city of Bengaluru are offering a host of incentives - from free food to taxi rides - to people voting in the general election. Located in Karnataka state, Bengaluru is often in the news for its low voter turnout.
The scavengers stalking the world's cities
From ibis to hyenas, a surprising variety of scavengers have been drawn to urban life. Here's how they're thriving in cities across the globe. On the road to Cape Point Nature Reserve, on the outskirts of the South African city of Cape Town, each day people must run the gauntlet of a gang with a habit of "car-jacking".
Searing heat shuts schools for 33 million children
Searing heat has forced 33 million children out of schools in Bangladesh, as temperatures in parts of the country soared to above 42°C (108 F). Schools and colleges will be shut for at least until 27 April. This is the second year in a row that authorities had to make such a move due to extreme weather.
Ten dead after Malaysia navy helicopters collide
Ten people have died after two navy helicopters collided in mid-air during a military rehearsal for a Royal Malaysian Navy parade.
Seven killed in Sri Lanka motor race crash
Seven people have been killed and 21 injured after a race car ploughed into spectators at a motor event in Sri Lanka. The crash occurred at the Fox Hill Supercross race on Sunday in Diyatalawa, an army base town.
American Idol singer Mandisa dies aged 47
Tributes are being paid after Grammy-winning American Idol singer Mandisa Lynn Hundley died at the age of 47. Paula Abdul, who was a judge during her Idol season in 2006, called her a "true beacon of light" in a statement to People.
Man who set fire to himself near Trump trial dies
A man who set himself on fire outside the Manhattan court where former President Donald Trump's hush-money trial is being held has died. Maxwell Azzarello, 37, doused himself in a liquid before throwing conspiracy-theory pamphlets into the air.
Oil price eases as Iran downplays attack
Oil and gold prices have eased after Iranian authorities appeared to downplay reports of an attack from Israel.
Deadly Africa heat caused by human-induced warming
A deadly heatwave in West Africa and the Sahel was "impossible" without human-induced climate change, scientists say. Temperatures soared above 48C in Mali last month with one hospital linking hundreds of deaths to the extreme heat.
Dubai airport chaos as Gulf hit by deadly storms
Heavy rain has continued to batter Gulf states, causing deadly flash floods and disrupting flights at the world's second-busiest airport. Dubai International Airport warned of "very challenging conditions" and advised some passengers not to turn up due to areas being inundated by water.
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