Margaret Hamilton, whose software helped land Apollo 11 on the moon, dies at 90
The computer scientist behind groundbreaking research that helped land Nasa’s astronauts on the Moon, has died aged 90. Margaret Hamilton was a trailblazer in her field, leading the team who developed the software for Nasa’s Apollo missions,…
Saudi Arabia says it will retaliate after deadly Houthi attacks on airports
Saudi authorities said Wednesday that three people were killed in attacks on two of the kingdom’s international airports, including in the capital Riyadh, after Yemen‘s Houthis claimed to have fired on both transport hubs. The Iran-backed…
France’s school protests: what lies behind the anger
Since late September students across France have been holding protests against underfunding in education, and have been blocking access to many high schools. The movement has turned violent in places – hundreds of students, teachers and police officers…
Live: French high school, university students call for fresh protests as funding demands grow
Home France Live Issued on: 08/10/2026 – 05:28Modified: 08/10/2026 – 05:30 French high school students hold a French flag and placards as they gather outside the Lycee Lamartine high school in Paris, October 7, 2026 © Reuters French high…
Nana Patekar: Bollywood actor dies at 75 in Goa home
Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar, known for his intense performances and distinct dialogue delivery, has died at the age of 75 in Goa, his son Malhar told BBC Marathi. One of the most recognisable faces of Indian cinema, Patekar won three National Film…
France suspends stun grenade use at student protests after pupil loses hand
France has suspended the use of stun grenades by police at student-led demonstrations, the interior minister said Wednesday, as allegations of police brutality mounted after days of sometimes violent demonstrations across the country. Tens of thousands…
UN health agency wants more details from Russia on suspected pneumonic plague case
A top official with the World Health Organization said Wednesday it doesn’t know how a lab worker in Siberia died, and she urged Russia to provide more information about a case that prompted global concerns about suspected pneumonic plague. FRANCE…
Thousands protest Flavio Bolsonaro, fearing far-right return in Brazil
Thousands of people joined a student march Wednesday in downtown Rio de Janeiro to protest against election favorite Flavio Bolsonaro and the prospect of the far-right’s return to power in Brazil, as the campaign for a runoff election swung into…
What is pneumonic plague and how does it spread?
Pneumonic plague is a really serious lung infection, often described as the most virulent form of plague. There are two other types of plague: bubonic, which affects the lymph nodes; and septicaemic, which affects the blood. Pneumonic plague can occur…
No longer the same Israel? October 7th and the future of the Jewish State – The Debate
For now, it’s still Benjamin Netanyahu’s Israel. In 2023, in the immediate aftermath of the country’s worst day of bloodshed in its history, pundits predicted the quick demise of the right wing prime minister. On this the third anniversary of the…