Oregon teacher fought school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times'
Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026

The 16-year-old suspect previously attended the primary school and had targeted a special educational needs classroom, police say.

Trump waives several Russia sanctions as new US law takes effect
Posted on Saturday October 17, 2026

Trump says parts of a new law that aims to punish Moscow for its war against Ukraine are against US national interests.

Analysis: Zacharia was thrown into a whirlwind - and failed at a critical time for Trump
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026

The White House is facing growing adversity, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher, weeks before crucial midterm elections.

Five days, one briefing: How Katie Zacharia’s short tenure unfolded
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026

The White House says the new press secretary is "transitioning out" of the role just days after taking the job.

Chris Mason: Burnham and Swinney tussle over where power lies in Scotland
Posted on Friday October 16, 2026

UK political debate has a distinctly Scottish feel after SNP's annual conference, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.