Dutch broadcaster Avrotros pulls out of 2027 Eurovision Song Contest
It says contest can no longer be considered neutral while a participating country remains involved in a large-scale military conflict.…
Month: August 2026
Russia’s second-biggest online retailer targeted in Ukrainian strikes
Ozon says its warehouses across southern Russia, including in Dagestan and Krasnodar, were hit in the overnight strikes. Source: BBC…
Race Across the World star dies year after son
Former TV contestant, Jo Gardiner, 61, dies of cancer one year after her son's death in a crash. Source: BBC…
Race Across the World star Jo Gardiner dies
Former TV contestant, Jo Gardiner, dies of cancer one year after her son and co-star's death in a crash. Source:…
Pubs and hotels could see business rates reformed after review
The review of how rates are calculated in England and Wales could lead to reform of the system. Source: BBC…
Nearly 90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada
The fire has burned around 10,500 acres and is completely uncontained, officials say. Source: BBC News
Divorce, smartphones and control – BBC sees how Taliban run Afghanistan
Five years after the Taliban’s return, the BBC follows senior figures as the group reshapes the country. Source: BBC News
Nearly 3 million Teslas recalled in China over hidden door handles
Other brands affected by the recall include Chinese carmakers XPeng, Xiaomi and Geely. Source: BBC News
Shein aims for almost $27bn valuation in stock market debut
The fast-fashion giant's shares are due to start trading in Hong Kong on 1 September. Source: BBC News
Review launched into how pub and hotel business rates calculated
The review of how rates are calculated in England and Wales could lead to reform of the system. Source: BBC…