- Monday, 23 February 2026
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More than 280 dead in India train crash
At least 288 people are now known to have been killed and 850 injured in a multiple train collision in India's eastern Odisha state, officials say. More than 200 ambulances were sent to the scene in Balasore district, says Odisha's chief secretary Pradeep Jena.
Artificial intelligence could lead to extinction, experts warn
Artificial intelligence could lead to the extinction of humanity, experts including the heads of OpenAI and Google Deepmind have warned Dozens have supported a statement published on the webpage of the Centre for AI Safety.
Three dead as tourist boat sinks in Italy - reports
At least three people have died after a boat carrying more than 20 passengers, including tourists, sank in strong winds on Lake Maggiore in northern Italy, local media say. One person is still missing, according to reports.
Young boy among 11 dead in Pakistan avalanche
At least 11 people from a nomadic tribe, including a four-year-old boy, have been killed in an avalanche in northern Pakistan. The snow struck as the group crossed a mountainous area in the Shounter Pass with their goat herds.
Amazing pictures of new species found in Pacific Ocean
Underwater creatures: 5,000 new species found in the Pacific Ocean
Passenger arrested for opening plane door mid-air
A man has been arrested for opening the emergency door of an Asiana Airlines flight as it was landing in South Korea. All 194 passengers survived the flight, which landed safely at Daegu International Airport on Friday with its door open.
Mumbai thrash Lucknow by 81 runs in IPL Eliminator
Akash Madhwal had stunning figures of 5-5 as Mumbai Indians thrashed Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League Eliminator. Cameron Green made 41 from 23 balls and put on 66 with Suryakumar Yadav - who hit 33 from 20 - to set the five-time champions on their way to 182-8. Lucknow reached 69-2 in the ninth over of the chase but lost eight wickets for 32 runs to crumble to 101 all out.
Brain implants help paralysed man to walk again
A paralysed man has been able to walk simply by thinking about it thanks to electronic brain implants, a medical first he says has changed his life. Gert-Jan Oskam, a 40-year-old Dutchman, was paralysed in a cycling accident 12 years ago.
Star Wars and Thor actor Ray Stevenson dies at 58
The actor Ray Stevenson, who appeared in major TV shows such as Rome, Vikings and Dexter, has died aged 58. He was known for roles in the Thor films and the Divergent series, as well as several UK TV, shows like Band of Gold, Peak Practice and Murphy's Law.
Global warming set to break key 1.5C limit for first time
Our overheating world is likely to break a key temperature limit for the first time over the next few years, scientists predict. Researchers say there's now a 66% chance we will pass the 1.5C global warming threshold between now and 2027. The chances are rising due to emissions from human activities and a likely El Niño weather pattern later this year.
Jennifer Lawrence's secret filming in Afghanistan
The producer is the Oscar-winning actress, Jennifer Lawrence, who is telling the BBC why this moment in the film is so significant to her.
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Cyclone Mocha death toll rises sharply in Myanmar
At least 145 people are now known to have been killed in Myanmar (Burma) by a powerful cyclone, the country's military rulers have said. They say most of the victims of Cyclone Mocha which made landfall last Sunday were from the Rohingya minority.
Leopard attacks spark fear in Indian villages
Forest officials say that leopard attacks aren't uncommon in the area but that there has been a sudden rise in recent weeks. "The attacks have also become extremely aggressive," says Mahesh Chand Gautam, a forest official. "But why that is happening now is yet to be ascertained."
Italy's deadly floods force 13,000 from their homes
More than 20 rivers have burst their banks in Italy, leaving nine people dead and forcing 13,000 from their homes after six month's rainfall fell in a day and a half. Almost every river flooded between the northeast coast at Rimini and the city of Bologna, 115km (70 miles) away.
Major evacuations as cyclone threatens Bangladesh
Around half a million people are being evacuated to safer areas in southeast Bangladesh, ahead of a cyclone that could be extremely dangerous. Cyclone Mocha is predicted to make landfall on Sunday, with 170kph winds and storm surges of up to 12 feet.
