France’s Muslim gathering ban overturned by courts
The Paris police department had argued that the four-day gathering was a security threat because it could be a target of terrorism.
Continue ReadingCategory: BBCI.CO.UK
When will the Iran war end? Tracing the Trump administration’s timelines
Experts say many US presidents have offered a timeline for a conflict – only to then shift their estimates.
Continue Reading‘This has got me worried’: Iranians fear what comes next after US strike on Karaj bridge
President Trump has warned Iran of strikes on bridges and electric power plants if its leaders do not agree to his terms to end the war.
Continue ReadingArtemis II astronauts speak from space
The Artemis II spacecraft has successfully left the Earth’s orbit on its way to view the far side of the Moon. The four astronauts on board shared their thoughts about the mission so far and what the experience of space has taught them. Victor Glover, the pilot on board, said: “Trust us you look amazing, […]
Continue ReadingResearchers spent years interviewing 160 Bigfoot hunters – this is what they learnt
There have been thousands of reported Bigfoot sightings since it rose to prominence in the 1960s.
Continue ReadingArtemis II blasts closer to the far side of the Moon
In the event of an emergency, the U-turn is the fastest way home in the first 36 hours after the TLI. After that it can be just as quick, and often simpler, to stay on course around the Moon and fall back to Earth, Orion programme manager Howard Hu said before the launch.
Continue ReadingIran war could make beer and bottled water pricier for Indians
According to a study by Data for India, about 15% of urban households and 6% of rural households depend on bottled water for their drinking needs. Relying on bottled water is expensive, especially for people in rural areas. But access to clean water remains a challenge in many parts of India, especially in summer, due […]
Continue ReadingWhy isn’t Artemis II landing on the Moon?
The most powerful rocket ever built by Nasa is carrying the first crewed mission to the Moon in more than 50 years. But it’s not actually landing on the lunar surface. That’s because the Artemis program is using this second mission, Artemis II, to prepare for a potential lunar landing by 2028 – as a […]
Continue ReadingRos Atkins on…the cost of the Iran war
The US-Israel war with Iran is into its second month – and there’s increased attention on how much money America is spending on the conflict. Recently, the Trump administration signalled it would be requesting further funds. But there are increasing demands for greater transparency over how much the war is costing. The BBC’s Analysis Editor […]
Continue ReadingIran’s two largest steel plants shut down due to strikes, companies say
Separately, on Thursday, a highway bridge linking the capital Tehran to the nearby city of Karaj was hit by air strikes, Iran’s semi-official Fars news agency reported. Two people were killed, according to the deputy for security at the Alborz governor’s office.
Continue Reading