How aid becomes a weapon in Myanmar’s war zone
Rescue and relief workers seeking access to some of the worst quake-hit areas are being blocked by the military....
Month : April 2025
Trump poised to reshape global economy and how world does business
The BBC’s economics editor Faisal Islam explains why a US tariff on goods imported into America is such a big deal for both consumers and...
UK to keep pushing for deal after Trump imposes 10% tariff
“No one wants a trade war” but “nothing is off the table”, UK business secretary says....
UK finalising Chagos deal with Mauritius, says No 10
Government sources have indicated that the agreement will not need further approval from the US....
Deadly strikes in Gaza as Israel expands offensive to seize ‘large areas’
At least 19 people are reported killed in Jabalia as Israel’s defence minister says it is expanding ground operations....
Inside Mandalay: BBC finds huge devastation and little help for Myanmar quake survivors
Yogita Limaye is the first foreign journalist to enter Myanmar since a huge earthquake hit the war-torn country....
Death sentence for three Americans over DR Congo coup attempt overturned
The Americans are among 37 people sentenced to death last September by a military court....
Young Sicilian woman killed in broad daylight by stalker
A 27-year-old man has confessed to the murder of university student Sara Campanella but has not said why....
Myanmar military announces temporary ceasefire
It says the truce will be in effect from 2-22 April to speed up relief efforts after last week’s deadly earthquake....
‘National Insurance rise may force us to close’
Charities and childcare centres say they are being hit by the tax increase but cannot raise prices....