17 Aug 2026
BBC News
Russia and Ukraine trade more deadly strikes
Moscow says nine people have been killed in the past 24 hours, while Kyiv reports four deaths.
17 Aug 2026 1:16pm GMT
US hiker dies after being struck by lightning on Mount Etna
The 30-year-old was on the active volcano when a thunderstorm developed, local media report.
17 Aug 2026 12:23pm GMT
16 Aug 2026
BBC News
Belgian wildfire doubles in size on third day tearing through nature reserve
Hundreds of firefighters are trying to contain the flames consuming the major park.
16 Aug 2026 8:01pm GMT