- Monday, 23 February 2026
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Ex-Thai PM Thaksin jailed after return from exile
Thailand's former PM Thaksin Shinawatra has been jailed upon returning to the country after 15 years in exile. But many believe he has struck a deal that will keep him from serving more than a short period in prison.
Sweden beat Australia to finish third at World Cup
Kosovare Asllani's stunning second-half strike sealed victory for Sweden as they beat Australia to finish third at the Women's World Cup.
Starvation deaths after Tigray aid halted - official
At least 1,400 people have starved to death in Ethiopia's northern Tigray since food aid was suspended because it was being stolen, an official has said. The UN's World Food Programme (WFP) and the US's leading aid agency halted food aid to Tigray about four months ago.
More rain, less snow are making Himalayas dangerous
Landslides and flash floods have already killed dozens in the area this month, burying homes and buildings. Parts of Nepal and Pakistan have also suffered damage. A new study has found that mountains across the globe, including the Himalayas, are now seeing more rainfall at elevations where it has mostly snowed in the past.
Private jet crashes onto Malaysia highway, killing 10
A private jet has crashed into a car and a motorbike on a highway in Malaysia, killing at least 10 people, police say. All eight people on the aircraft died along with two motorists on the ground.
Mob burns Pakistan churches over blasphemy claims
Thousands of Muslims in a city in Pakistan have set fire to at least four churches and vandalised the homes of Christians over claims that two men desecrated the Quran, police say.
Indian lunar mission inches closer to Moon
India's third lunar mission is inching closer to the Moon's little-explored south pole where it aims to set down a lander and rover on 23 August. On Thursday, the lander will detach from the propulsion module, which carried it close to the Moon, and "they will begin their separate journeys".
Petrol station inferno kills at least 30 in Russia
At least 30 people have been killed in an explosion and fire at a petrol station in Dagestan in southern Russia. The blast occurred in the regional capital Makhachkala, which sits on the coast of the Caspian Sea, at 21:40 local time (18:40 GMT).
More than 20 dead as heavy rains hit Indian state
More than 20 people have died in rain-related incidents in the past 24 hours in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, a top official said. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that heavy rains have triggered landslides and flash floods in the hill state.
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Australia beat France on penalties to reach last four
Co-hosts Australia reached the Women's World Cup semi-finals for the first time as they beat France in an incredible penalty shoot-out at Brisbane Stadium. Following a goalless 120 minutes, the Matildas triumphed 7-6 in a shoot-out which defied belief with its dramatic twists.
Dolphins, tigers and turtles in focus
Winners are chosen in the categories of Animal Behaviour, Animal Portraits, Conservation Focus, Creative Nature Photography, Wildscape & Animals in Their Habitat and Photographer of the Year - Portfolio.
At least 23 dead after Rohingya boat sinks
The bodies of 23 Rohingyas who were fleeing Myanmar's Rakhine state have been recovered after their boat sank. Thirty others are still missing, while eight people are reported to have survived the mishap.
Raging Hawaii wildfires kill 36 people
At least 36 people have died as fast-moving wildfires rage across the Hawaiian island of Maui, officials say. The fires have been fanned by strong winds from a passing hurricane, destroying hundreds of buildings and burning some areas to the ground.
Ecuador presidential candidate shot dead at rally
A candidate in Ecuador's forthcoming presidential election who has campaigned against corruption and gangs has been shot dead at a campaign rally. Fernando Villavicencio, a member of the country's national assembly, was attacked as he left the event in the capital, Quito, on Wednesday.
Man who threatened Biden shot dead in FBI raid
A man who posted violent threats against President Joe Biden and other officials online was shot dead during an FBI raid on Wednesday. Agents were attempting to serve an arrest warrant on Craig Robertson at his home in Utah, just hours ahead of a planned visit to the state by Biden.
