Drinking water has been scarce for over a decade in Taiz, but the problem has reached crisis levels in recent weeks as Iran-backed Houthi rebels besiege Yemen’s third-largest city in their escalating conflict with government forces. The needs of Taiz’s more than 1 million residents are now barely being met, humanitarian groups say, as access to wells is limited, desalination plants run low on fuel and water delivery trucks are largely prevented from entering the city. Families are rationing...

Have you ever wondered who helped secure the land for the UN headquarters? On UN Day, discover fascinating facts about the New York landmark.

A 24/7 livestream showing a litter of adorable puppies is this year’s slow TV smash hit in Finland – and the show is now going international.

Barack Obama joins Sherrod Brown and Abdul El-Sayed in crucial Senate election battlesFormer US President Barack Obama will campaign in Ohio and Michigan on Saturday to support Democratic Senate candidates ahead of November's midterm elections.According to The Associated Press, Obama will first...

Israel's military forces launched a days-long operation on Friday (Oct 23) involving searches and demolitions in the occupied West Bank after gunmen killed two soldiers, just days before elections in which security is a key issue.

A charming oil painting, thought to be created by Hendrik Gerritsz Pot, surfaced during an October auction after being held within a family collection for years. This artwork, illustrating a woman with a lute accompanied by a dog, has a dubious connection to Pot's Merry Company series. It astonishingly sold for £70,000, outpacing its initial estimate of £8,000, reflecting heightened bidder enthusiasm.

NAIROBI, Kenya — Rescuers were searching for seven people feared trapped after a multi-storey building under construction collapsed in Kenya’s capital on Friday, the interior minister said. Videos shared online showed a dramatic crash and huge clouds of dust as the 16-storey building came down in the densely populated business and residential area of Eastleigh.

Odisha Police arrested 470 people in two days during a crackdown on gambling ahead of Kumar Purnima in Ganjam and Berhampur. Officers also seized cash and busted gambling dens as authorities warned that enforcement would continue.

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — Authorities raided a suspected online scam hub here and found about 200 Vietnamese nationals who were allegedly involved in online financial scams and other cyber-enabled fraudulent activities. The operation was conducted at UPower Building 2 in Subic Gateway Park on Thursday by the National Bureau of Investigation Pampanga District Office, with

The operation lasted 12 hours and involved replacing a damaged section of the patient's spinal cord with tissue from a brain-dead donor.

Shopkeepers in Paris are taking measures to secure their businesses against possible renewed protests and violence. Authorities are increasing police presence, with around 70,000 officers deployed this weekend across France. Demonstrations are planned in several cities, amidst ongoing political tensions leading to protests against rising living costs. While some support the protests, others condemn the associated looting and vandalism.

Former CIA director General David Petraeus (retired) highlighted the need to know the difference between a complete overhaul and routine defence upgrades

Calls for change present a challenge to President Lula in the second round of the election on Sunday.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal asked the Indian students to think about ideas that would help attract Indian talent back to the country.

Cuba has struggled since 2020 with an economic and energy crisis. Its gross domestic product has shrunk, and its 10 million residents have endured blackouts, food shortages and inflation.

BBC Verify has tracked dozens of AI ads to assess how they are being used by campaigns in the midterms.

Taiz, a city in southwestern Yemen, faces a severe water crisis as Houthi rebels backed by Iran tighten their encirclement

Eating alone might sound like a lonely business, but what happens when you put your phone away and pay attention to the world around you? Libby Brodie books a table for one and discovers that the best company can sometimes be your own – until someone else pulls up a chair

As the world celebrates two decades of Winehouse’s second studio album, Lydia Spencer-Elliott speaks to the team behind the record sleeve about Amy’s warm wit, her radical vulnerability, and the day they created British music history

Although the marque has kept a low profile on these shores in recent years, the new Outlander’s reliance on old-school charm, comfort and durability makes it as tempting a hybrid model as any

The British actor’s Whitney biopic was supposed to make her a star. But it’s been her more offbeat roles – in ‘Mickey 17’ and ‘Blink Twice’ – that have turned her into one of our most exciting exports. As she stars in ‘Clayface’ and ‘I Love Boosters’, she speaks to Adam White about capitalism, the threat against original films, and her very proud father

Major museums in Paris are closed as authorities deploy a large police force for new protests across France

Burkina Faso's military government, led by Ibrahim Traore, has restored the death penalty for serious crimes and suspended beauty pageants nationwide.

The first shipment comprises three tankers carrying around 40,000 tonnes of diesel, equivalent to approximately 300,000 barrels.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on Cubans to collaborate with intelligence agencies for positive change. He criticized the Cuban regime for corruption and unmet promises, suggesting this moment is crucial for action. The CIA later released a recruitment video encouraging Cubans to provide information discreetly. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump mentioned potential military actions nearby, heightening tensions over the situation.

Meghan Markle is reeling from shocking allegations brought forth involving her father, Thomas Markle Sr. In a recent incident, her half-brother discovered explicit materials while clearing out their father's old residence in the Philippines. Meghan had earlier sent a letter outlining grave concerns to the London police. Investigations are ongoing, involving both the FBI and Philippine authorities. Meanwhile, Thomas Sr.

Excessive use of social media ranked among the top concerns raised by more than 2,000 parents and youths in an engagement by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information.

Sexual content, violent content and content facilitating vice and organised crime were the most prevalent types of harmful and inappropriate content found.

Student representatives say they are 'not satisfied' after meeting Macron and urge pupils to continue mobilising