World News
Twelve women have been killed in one part of South Africa since July. Here's what we know so far
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says the murders are a "stain on our national conscience".
Iran court upholds lashes sentence for singer who performed without hijab
Parastoo Ahmadi was convicted of "offending public decency" after singing while wearing a sleeveless dress during a livestreamed concert.
Paris court finds Swiftair guilty over 2014 Mali crash that killed 116
Spain's Swiftair was fined 225,000 euros in France for corporate manslaughter over 2014 Air Algerie disaster in Mali.
Russia strike sets National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine ablaze
A Russian drone struck the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine in central Kyiv, killing one person
People escape historic Kyiv building hit by Russian drone
The BBC's Paul Adams reports from the scene of the strike on Ukraine's National Academy of Sciences.
168 hours on the dance floor: Nigerian dancer chases Guinness World Record
Nigerian dancer Benjamin Daniel Gabriel is trying to dance for 168 hours straight in a bid to set a world record.
Business & Economy
The Trump administration weakens fuel efficiency standards for new cars
The Trump administration says easing these standards will make cars more affordable. Critics say it's not so simple and could be costly for the environment.
What we know about the suspected U.K. terror plot. And, why the Gulf remains in limbo
What we know — and still don't — about the suspected terror plot near a U.K. air base. Trump rejects Iran's offer to pause fighting. And CNN prepares for new owners with ties to Trump.
Oura puts a ring on Wall Street with one of this year's biggest IPOs
The leading smart ring manufacturer is betting its trove of health data will be a hit with Wall Street.
China posts weakest industrial profit growth this year, expanding 4.2% in August
Economists expect Beijing to lean harder on stimulus to stabilize corporate profitability, as consolidation accelerates in sectors facing sluggish demand and fierce competition.
Everyone is racing to create an AI device. Meta thinks it has one
Tech companies are betting that people will connect with AI using something other than smartphones. Meta is going all-in on glasses, after launching its new AI agent Muse.
Federal Reserve Board announces approval of application by Peoples Bancorp Inc.
Federal Reserve Board announces approval of application by Peoples Bancorp Inc.
Science & Technology
Watch: Starship splashdown ends in fireball
The mission was supposed to last 10 hours, but SpaceX announced it was ending after 90 minutes.
Fossil found on Welsh beach ends 'confusion' over 200-million-year-old fish teeth
Fossilised teeth across Europe had been wrongly identified until the latest find in south Wales.
Watch: From launch to fiery splashdown, Starship completes orbit test
A thunderous lift off, rapid satellite deployments and a fiery ending. That's how SpaceX's 14th launch of its Starship rocket panned out today.
Mexico's Pacific coast braces for Hurricane Polo
The category-three storm is approaching the state of Baja California Sur, on Mexico's northern Pacific coast.
Offshore wind plant to bring jobs boost to Montrose
The new facility will manufacture parts for offshore wind farms in Scottish waters and for overseas markets.
Nature spaces 'need to be next to where people live'
Campaigners are pushing for more wildlife-rich green spaces to be created within urban communities.
Health
Delaware Whooping Cough Cases Reach 13 This Year, Hitting Teens and Infants as Officials Stress Tdap in Pregnancy
Delaware has 13 whooping cough cases in 2026, including teens and infants. Learn how Tdap during pregnancy protects newborns and when a cough needs a doctor.
Fewer Than 3 in 10 Breast Cancer Patients Under 65 Stayed on Hormone Therapy for All Five Years
About 28% of breast cancer patients under 65 stayed on hormone therapy for five years after lumpectomy, an ASTRO 2026 insurance claims analysis found.
At Least Six Pennsylvania Babies Born with Measles, Two Needed Intensive Care, as Doctors Warn of Brain Risks
Doctors say at least six Pennsylvania babies were born with measles, and two needed intensive care. Learn about the brain risks and how parents can protect newborns.
Retatrutide Diabetes Results, Mounjaro Heart Data, and Wegovy Pill Switching Study Lead EASD 2026 Meeting Opening in Milan
EASD 2026 opens in Milan with retatrutide, Mounjaro heart, and Wegovy pill data due this week. Here is the schedule and what the numbers show.
Unvaccinated Lewis County Resident Confirmed with Measles as New York Cases Outside NYC Reach at Least 62
Lewis County, New York, confirmed measles in an unvaccinated resident as cases outside New York City reach at least 62. What families should know.
Phoenix and Tucson Flood Watches Begin as Hurricane Polo Moisture Raises Flash Flood Risk Through Tuesday Night
Flood watches cover Tucson from Monday morning and Phoenix-area high terrain from late Monday night as Hurricane Polo moisture raises flash flood risk.