- Monday, 23 February 2026
BBC
Polarised politics are tearing Pakistan apart
Its economy is on the brink, society is politically polarised, millions are still recovering from last year's devastating floods, terrorist attacks are increasing and, as inflation soars ever higher, many are struggling to feed themselves and their children. While the country suffers, politicians and institutions have been pulled into a power struggle over who should run Pakistan.
Sudan faces 'catastrophe' as 100,000 flee war - UN
More than 100,000 people have fled Sudan since heavy fighting broke out between rival forces on 15 April, the UN has said. Officials warned of a "full-blown catastrophe" if fighting does not end. A further 334,000 people have been displaced within Sudan.
Japan to ban upskirting in stronger sex crime laws
Lawmakers are introducing Japan's first laws against taking sexually exploitative photos or videos of others without consent. The bill against "photo voyeurism" would prohibit acts such as upskirting and secret filming of sexual acts.
New record as 4.56m Indians take flights in a day
India's domestic air traffic has hit a record high, with 4.56m passengers flying on a single day. The milestone, which was reached on 30 April, came as 2,978 flights took off across the country.
Millions trapped or fleeing as Sudan ceasefire unravels
Despite international pressure to maintain Sudan's latest 72-hour ceasefire, this has not stuck, with fresh strikes reported in parts of the capital Khartoum. Millions of people remain trapped in the city, where there are shortages of food, water and fuel.
Singapore executes man for supplying cannabis
Singapore has executed a man for conspiring to traffic cannabis despite pleas for clemency from his family, activists and the United Nations. Tangaraju Suppiah, 46, was hanged at dawn on Wednesday over a plot to smuggle 1kg (35oz) of cannabis.
Unexplained ocean warming alarms scientists
Recent, rapid heating of the world's oceans has alarmed scientists concerned that it will add to global warming. This month, the global sea surface hit a new record high temperature. It has never warmed this much, this quickly.
Warring sides agree to ceasefire in Sudan
A ceasefire in Sudan so far appears to be holding after taking effect at midnight (22:00 GMT on Monday). It is at least the third suspension of fighting since violence erupted this month, but the others did not hold.
Second cheetah brought to India from Africa dies
A cheetah has died in India's Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh state, the second in less than a month. Forest officials said the cause of the six-year-old male animal's death was not immediately known.
Australia to fast track citizenship for New Zealanders
Australia has announced plans to make it easier for hundreds of thousands of New Zealanders living in the country to become Australian citizens. From 1 July, they can apply for citizenship as long as they have lived in Australia for four years or more and arrived after 2001.
Leaks suggest US spied on UN chief
The files suggest Washington has been closely monitoring Antonio Guterres. Several documents describe private communications involving Mr Guterres and his deputy.
Ukraine war: Leak shows Western special forces on the ground
According to the document, dated 23 March, the UK has the largest contingent of special forces in Ukraine (50), followed by fellow Nato states Latvia (17), France (15), the US (14) and the Netherlands (1).
Kentucky bank employee shoots dead five colleagues
Five people died when an employee opened fire at a bank in Louisville, Kentucky, and live-streamed the attack on Instagram, police say. The victims were aged between 40 and 64. Among nine others injured was a rookie police officer who had graduated from the force just two weeks ago.
Indian bride on the run after firing gun at wedding
Police in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh are on the lookout for a woman who fired a gun at her wedding. A video on social media showed the woman firing four rounds into the air while sitting next to her husband. Local police said they have registered a case against the woman, who has been missing since the incident.
Indian hospitals on alert as Covid-19 cases rise
India's health ministry is conducting mock drills to check the preparedness of hospitals to deal with rising Covid-19 cases. The drills are being held on Monday and Tuesday across the country.
