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How crypto criminals stole $700 million from people - often using age-old tricks 1 day ago

Jan 20, 2026

BBC There's something uniquely agonising about having your cryptocurrency stolen. All transactions are recorded on a digital ledger, known as a blockchain, so even if someone takes your money and puts it in their own crypto wallet, it is still visible online. more

The ultra-cold temperatures needed for epic nuclear science

Jan 20, 2026

BBC One of the world's most sophisticated scientific facilities is turning to ultra-low temperatures to try and unravel hidden secrets of our Universe. more

Canadian woman found dead surrounded by dingoes on Australian beach

Jan 20, 2026

BBC A 19-year-old Canadian woman has been found dead, with her body surrounded by a pack of dingoes on a popular Australian beach, according to local officials. more

US officials probing Minnesota ICE protest that disrupted church service

Jan 20, 2026

BBC The US justice department has said it is investigating protesters who disrupted a Sunday service at a Minnesota church because they believe a pastor there works for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). more

Australia parliament votes on tighter gun controls after Bondi shooting

Jan 20, 2026

BBC Australia's lower house of parliament has voted in favour of a national gun buyback programme and new checks on firearm licence applications, a month after the deadly shooting at Bondi Beach. more

Spain to hold three days of mourning for victims of high-speed train cras

Jan 20, 2026

BBC Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has announced three days of national mourning for victims of a high-speed train crash that killed at least 40 people. more

Surfer injured in fourth shark attack in Australian state in 48 hours

Jan 20, 2026

BBC A surfer has been bitten by a shark, the fourth attack along Australia's New South Wales (NSW) coastline in under 48 hours. more

Italian fashion designer Valentino dies aged 93

Jan 20, 2026

BBC Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani, known as Valentino, has died at the age of 93. more

Chip wreck! Thousands of chips wash ashore on beach

Jan 20, 2026

BBC Thousands of bags of chips have washed up on a beach in Sussex. more

Trump says he will '100%' carry out Greenland tariffs threat, as EU vows to protect its interests

Jan 20, 2026

BBC Donald Trump has vowed to "100%" follow through on his threat to impose tariffs on European countries who oppose his demand to take control of Greenland. more

Capital Governor holds talks with UK Ambassador, reaffirm close ties

Ties reviewed

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Officer honoured for saving life of citizen

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Vital role of ‘Maan’ praised

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Biker dies in Isa Town accident

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Ma'am Programme's 15 year milestone highlighted during NPRA visit

Security push

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Arab ties in focus

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Civil Defence Council reviews early warning system project

Capital Governorate inaugurates coffee and chocolate expo 2026 fifth edition in style