BBC breaks down Trump's latest shift on North and South Korea

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 08:42
Trump said the US will "substantially reduce" joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his "very good relationship" with Kim Jong Un.
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How a goat given as a graduation gift went viral

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 08:38
Described as calm character, Promise Okoro's goat loves fried rice and has become celebrated locally.
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Man Accused of Attempted Murder Goes Missing From Hospital

Japan Society News - August 18, 2026 - 08:22
A 77-year-old man charged with attempted murder has gone missing after apparently leaving a hospital in Hakodate, Hokkaido, where he had been admitted for medical treatment, prompting prosecutors and police to search for him. (News On Japan)
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Japan's Long-Term Yield Briefly Hits 2.945%, Highest in About 30 Years

Japan Business News - August 18, 2026 - 07:55
Japan's benchmark long-term interest rate briefly rose to 2.945% as government bonds were sold on August 18, reaching a fresh high not seen in about 30 years as uncertainty in the Middle East pushed up crude oil futures and fueled expectations that inflation could accelerate. (News On Japan)
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Takaichi Growth Strategy Faces Pressure As Economy Loses Momentum

Japan Politics News - August 18, 2026 - 07:53
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s economic agenda came under fresh pressure on August 18 after weaker-than-expected growth figures exposed the fragility of Japan’s recovery, sharpening the political stakes around the Bank of Japan’s next rate decision, the weak yen, and the government’s plan to cut the consumption tax on food. (News On Japan)
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Nikkei Recovers 69,000 as AI Shares Defy Weak GDP

Japan Business News - August 18, 2026 - 07:50
Tokyo stocks rose on August 17, with the Nikkei 225 closing at 69,220.25, up 506.45 points, as buying in artificial intelligence and semiconductor-related shares outweighed weaker-than-expected economic growth, rising bond yields and renewed concern over household spending. (News On Japan)
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Norway's king admitted to hospital and put on sick leave

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 06:34
The 89-year-old - one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs - is suffering from a rare blood condition.
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Norway's king admitted to hospital and put on sick leave

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 06:34
The 89-year-old - one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs - is suffering from a rare blood condition.
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Trump threatens to bomb US ally Oman if it 'gets in the way' over Iran deal

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 04:25
Trump's threat on Oman, which has been holding its own talks with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, comes as a 60-day window for peace negotiations expires.
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Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is appealing - here's what you need to know

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 03:03
The Australian, who notoriously poisoned her family members, is trying to overturn her conviction.
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Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is appealing - here's what you need to know

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 03:03
The Australian, who notoriously poisoned her family members, is trying to overturn her conviction.
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French PM heckled over wildfire response as blazes continue across Europe

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 03:00
The prime minister announced on Monday €12m worth of aid to French regions that had been worst affected by the fires.
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French PM heckled over wildfire response as blazes continue across Europe

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 03:00
The prime minister announced on Monday €12m worth of aid to French regions that had been worst affected by the fires.
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Russia's prominent anti-war politician jailed for 11 years

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 01:17
Lev Schlosberg is found guilty of "discrediting" Russia's army - a verdict he condemns as punishment for his political position.
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Russia's prominent anti-war politician jailed for 11 years

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 01:17
Lev Schlosberg is found guilty of "discrediting" Russia's army - a verdict he condemns as punishment for his political position.
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Trump envoy Kushner meets Netanyahu after Hamas talks on peace plan

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 01:02
US President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner is seeking to gain Israeli backing for the US-backed Gaza peace plan.
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Supreme Court again rejects Trump's bid to overturn E Jean Carroll sex abuse case

BBC World News - August 18, 2026 - 00:33
The US president has already paid the writer over $5m in damages in the assault and defamation case.
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Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it 'gets in the way' over Iran issue

BBC World News - August 17, 2026 - 23:59
The president also told Fox News the US had a direct backchannel with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps - something it denies.
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Top Zambian opposition figures arrested days after presidential vote

BBC World News - August 17, 2026 - 23:23
The leading opposition candidate calls allegations of a planned insurrection "total fabrications".
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Russia and Ukraine trade more deadly strikes

BBC World News - August 17, 2026 - 22:16
Moscow says nine people have been killed in the past 24 hours, while Kyiv reports four deaths.
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