- Monday, 23 February 2026
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Japan earthquake death toll rises to 161
The death toll from Japan's devastating New Year's Day earthquake has risen from more than 160, authorities say. Efforts are continuing to find more than 100 people who remain missing a week later.
What life is like after 48 years wrongfully behind bars
Glynn Simmons took a long glance out the window of the car passenger seat as he drove with a friend along the freeway to Tulsa, Oklahoma. His gaze was fixated on the night sky, lit up with stars.
US airline grounds planes after window blows out
A passenger plane lost a section of its fuselage in mid-air, forcing it to make an emergency landing in the US state of Oregon on Friday. The Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 returned to Portland 35 minutes into its flight to California after an outer section, including a window, fell.
US Supreme Court to rule if Trump can run for president
The US Supreme Court has said it will hear a historic case to determine if Donald Trump can run for president. The justices agreed to take up Trump's appeal against a decision by Colorado to remove him from the 2024 ballot in that state.
Nearly 250 missing after Japan quake as hope fades
Rescuers in Japan are rushing to find 242 people missing after a devastating New Year's Day earthquake. A critical 72-hour period to find survivors from when the quake struck ended late on Thursday.
Fires and aftershocks hit Japan earthquake zone
Rescue efforts continue in Japan after at least 64 people were killed in a powerful earthquake that hit the country on New Year's Day. Homes collapsed, buildings caught fire and roads were extensively damaged, hindering the work of rescue services.
Hamas deputy leader killed in Beirut blast
Israel has insisted the assassination of a Hamas leader in Beirut was not an attack on Lebanon, as its enemies warned of "punishment" for his death.
Japan Airlines plane in flames on runway in Tokyo
A Japan Airlines plane was in flames as it landed on a runway at Tokyo's Haneda airport on Tuesday evening.
What a century of earthquakes has taught Japan
It's been nearly 13 years since the devastating earthquake and tsunami that triggered an accident at a nuclear plant in Fukushima.
Opposition leader stabbed in South Korea
The leader of South Korea's political opposition has been stabbed at a news conference in the southern port city of Busan. Lee Jae-myung, who narrowly lost the presidential elections in 2022, was stabbed on the left side of his neck on Tuesday morning.
Australia's David Warner retires from ODI cricket
Australian cricket veteran David Warner has announced his retirement from One Day International (ODI) cricket in the lead-up to his final test match. The 37-year-old previously announced his retirement from test cricket ahead of an ongoing series with Pakistan.
World's tallest wooden wind turbine starts turning
According to Modvion, the Swedish start-up that has just built the world's tallest wooden turbine tower, using wood for wind power is the future.
Afghans marry in mass ceremony in bid to cut costs
A mass wedding ceremony involving 50 couples has been held in Afghanistan. Such ceremonies have become more common as low-income couples seek to avoid the high costs of a traditional wedding.
Hamas says 70 killed in Israeli strike on camp
Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry says an Israeli air strike killed at least 70 people in the Al-Maghazi refugee camp in the centre of the strip. A spokesman said the death toll was likely to rise given the large number of families living in the area.
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Israel vows to continue 'difficult' Gaza operation
The Israeli military has vowed to continue its operation in Gaza, but admitted it is "protracted" and "difficult". A spokesman said over the weekend it was expanding its "ground operations in the southern and northern Gaza Strip".
