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WorldOne killed, eight injured in attack on Dammam's King Fahd International Airport
Saudi Civil Aviation Authority reported a resident killed and eight injured after an attack on Dammam airport, amid rising Houthi attacks on Saudi facilities.
22 Oct 2026
WorldUkraine and Russia Escalate Fighting Amid US Push to Resume Talks
Ukraine and Russia saw increased hostilities on Wednesday night, with a Russian strike on Kyiv and Moscow reporting 630 drones heading its capital, while US efforts to restart peace negotiations continue.
22 Oct 2026
SportChampions League: Bayern 2-2 Arsenal, Real Madrid thrashes Leipzig
The third Champions League round saw Bayern draw 2-2 with Arsenal and Real Madrid beat Leipzig 4-1, while Manchester United suffered a heavy loss to Como, per France 24 Arabic.
22 Oct 2026
WorldLibyan Parliament Approves 2019 Turkey-Libya Maritime Border Deal
Libya's parliament ratified the 2019 maritime border agreement with Turkey, ending a boycott since 2020. The move draws criticism from Greece, Cyprus, the EU, Egypt and Israel, while Turkey welcomes it.
22 Oct 2026
HealthAI illustrationWhooping cough virus raises concerns in Egypt
Concerns over whooping cough are growing in Egypt, yet the Health Ministry says infection rates are within normal seasonal levels. DW Arabic explains the disease and how it differs from other respiratory illnesses in children.
22 Oct 2026
PoliticsWanted: new No 10 adviser to help citizens deal with rise of AI
Andy Burnham advertises for policy experts in technology, economic growth and cost-of-living challengesAndy Burnham is to recruit a number of advisers to plug gaps in No 10, including an expert on how AI will affect society.The roles advertised by Downing Street give a glimpse into the biggest challenges facing the prime minister – and what he has decided to prioritise. Continue reading...
22 Oct 2026
SportFrom Bury to AC Milan: Bournemouth's journey to 'dreamland'
Fifteen years to the day after they lost at home to Bury in League One, Bournemouth host seven-time champions of Europe AC Milan in the Europa League.
22 Oct 2026
WorldExecution of Two Bangladeshis in Saudi Arabia Raises Legal Procedure Questions
Saudi Arabia executed a man and a woman from Bangladesh for an alleged immoral act in a Mecca mosque, without detailing the crime. Bangladesh was not notified beforehand, prompting concerns over consular notification and legal rights.
22 Oct 2026
BreakingAI illustrationPotential Shift: Reports Cite US-Israeli Plans for New Strikes on Iran Ahead of Midterms
According to DW Arabic, a New York Times report says the US and Israeli militaries have prepared plans for strong strikes on Iran as the US midterm elections approach. No specific targets or timelines were disclosed.
22 Oct 2026
PoliticsAngry scenes and protests at Senedd as Reform call for ban on Muslim face coverings
It is the latest heated debate in the Senedd on a Wednesday prompted by Reform MSs.
22 Oct 2026
WorldCookies and weapons: Women in Yemen’s Taiz find ways to help the city’s defence
Amid growing threats, a grassroots aid effort has transformed into an initiative to get more ammunition to the front.
22 Oct 2026
WorldAI illustrationUS orders departure of personnel from Saudi Arabia, citing Houthi threat
US State Department says Iran-aligned Houthis have 'increasingly engaged in hostilities' against Saudi Arabia.
22 Oct 2026
Premier LeagueGoal, assist... goal-kick - Kane underlines Ballon d'Or credentials
Why Declan Rice backs his England team-mate Harry Kane to win the Ballon d'Or after Arsenal's draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
22 Oct 2026
SportSaka injury 'does not look good' - how will Arsenal cope?
Mikel Arteta says the quadriceps injury Arsenal's Bukayo Saka picked up in the Champions League draw with Bayern Munich "does not look good at all".
22 Oct 2026
ImmigrationThe grads ditching the UK for a fresh start abroad
With graduate jobs hard to come by, more young adults are reported to be considering emigrating.
22 Oct 2026
UK NewsRoyal Navy lacks resources to counter Russian threat in high north, MPs warn
Committee cites shortfalls of submarines and warships and says ‘dramatic progress’ needed by end of decadeBritain risks failing to deter future Russian aggression in the high north beyond the UK because of shortfalls in the number and availability of Royal Navy submarines and warships, MPs on the defence select committee have said.The committee focused on the slow deployment of HMS Dragon to Cypru
22 Oct 2026
BreakingIran Reports Explosions in Hormozgan as Netanyahu Calls for Regime Collapse
Iranian media reported explosions in Hormozgan province, while Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu reiterated his demand to topple Tehran's regime. Source: BBC Arabic.
22 Oct 2026
SportMan United’s Carrick not worried about his job despite ‘unacceptable’ loss
'I have not given my own position any thought', Carrick said after United's 4-1 loss to Como in the Champions League.
22 Oct 2026
Sport'Simply not good enough - Warnock on Man Utd's Como display
Match of the Day pundits Nedum Onuoha and Stephen Warnock analyse Manchester United's performance after their 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como, and discuss midfielder Bruno Fernandes' criticism of team tactics.
21 Oct 2026
TechnologyWebsites taken down worldwide as critical cyber-security update issued
The vulnerabilities with PHP, a programming language widely used across the internet, have been described as the most significant ever found by AI.
21 Oct 2026
CultureCanadian publisher cuts ties with best-selling writer Orelien over AI use
Publisher Boreal says investigations confirmed the Haitian-Canadian Thelyson Orelien used AI in his breakthrough novel.
21 Oct 2026
EnvironmentWhy is a peat fire so bad? BBC is in Indonesia to find out
The BBC's Liza Tambunan is in central Kalimantan, to explain what peat is and why Indonesia is facing its worst wildfire season in a decade.
21 Oct 2026
SportReal Madrid rout RB Leipzig 4-1 to continue perfect Champions League start
Kylian Mbappe and Yan Diomande score stunners as Real beat Leipzig to make it three from three in the Champions League.
21 Oct 2026
WorldTehran displays mock installation of Trump behind bars
An Iranian performer in Tehran’s busy Tajrish Square has impersonated US President Donald Trump behind bars.
21 Oct 2026