Rare first Superman comic once stolen from Nicolas Cage sells for $15m

​ 120-150Fewer than 100 copies of Action Comics No 1, which introduced the world to Superman, are thought to exist. Read More On

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Historic comic & record saleA rare copy of Action Comics No. 1 — the 1938 comic that introduced the world to Superman and is considered the birth of the superhero genre — has **sold in a private deal for a record-breaking $15 million, making it the most expensive comic book ever sold

‘They just kept killing’: Eyewitnesses describe deadly crackdown in Iran

​ 120-150The BBC has received eyewitness accounts of security forces attacking anti-government protesters across the country. Read More On

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Protesters inside Iran report that security forces fired directly into crowds of largely unarmed demonstrators with assault-style weapons, killing people where they stood. Many witnesses described chaotic scenes in city streets with gunfire from security units and plainclothes personnel.

McCullum open to England ‘evolution’ but won’t give up control

​ 120-150If he is not “able to steer the ship”, head coach concedes, “maybe there is someone better” for job Read More On

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England head coach Brendon McCullum says he is open to an “evolution” in how the national team plays but insists he won’t relinquish control over his coaching philosophy and leadership role. McCullum emphasized that while adaptation and innovation are important, he remains committed to his core principles and vision for England’s cricket approach, especially in fast-paced formats like T20 and ODI. His comments underscore a balance between flexibility in tactics and steadfastness in overall strategy as the team prepares for upcoming major tournaments.

Colombia sees ‘real threat’ of US military action, president tells BBC

​ 120-150Gustavo Petro tells the BBC’s Ione Wells that the United States is treating other nations as part of a US “empire”, after Trump threatened Colombia with military action. Read More On

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Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro has warned that his country faces a “real threat” of U.S. military action, telling the BBC that recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump — including suggestions that a military operation in Colombia “sounds good” — have raised serious concerns in Bogotá. Petro criticised what he described as a growing U.S. approach that treats other nations as part of a U.S. “empire,” a stance he says could isolate Washington internationally. He also sharply accused U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) of behaviour he likened to “Nazi brigades,” deepening diplomatic strain. Though Trump and Petro held a phone call and plan to meet, Petro’s comments reflect escalating tensions over issues including drug trafficking, regional security and sovereignty.

Huge anti-government protests in Tehran and other Iranian cities, videos show

​ 120-150Rallies on major roads in the capital and in Iran’s second city were peaceful and not dispersed by security forces. Read More On

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Huge anti-government protests have erupted across Tehran and numerous Iranian cities, with videos — including footage verified by BBC Persian — showing thousands of demonstrators marching on major streets, chanting slogans against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and calling for political change. The unrest, now in its twelfth consecutive day, began amid economic anger over a collapsing currency and rising costs and has spread to more than 100 cities and towns nationwide. Protesters have been heard shouting phrases like “Death to the dictator” and “Long live the shah” and some have removed surveillance cameras in acts of defiance, even as authorities impose a nationwide internet blackout to restrict communications. Human rights groups report dozens of deaths and thousands of arrests as tensions between demonstrators and security forces intensify.

One dead, dozens trapped after giant landfill collapses in Philippines

​ 120-150Rescuers have pulled 12 injured sanitation workers from debris at the private landfill in Cebu City. Read More On

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A massive landfill collapse in Cebu City, Philippines has killed at least one person and left dozens trapped or missing after a towering mound of garbage gave way at a waste facility in the village of Binaliw. Rescue teams have pulled some workers alive, with many more still unaccounted for under the debris as search and rescue operations continue amid hazardous conditions. The incident has drawn emergency response from authorities and raised concerns about waste-site safety and disaster risks

ICC to Bangladesh: play in India or forfeit points

​ 120-150The BCB, though, has claimed no such ultimatum has been relayed to them by the governing body Read More On

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly rejected the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) request to relocate their 2026 T20 World Cup matches away from India despite security concerns raised by Bangladesh after tensions related to Mustafizur Rahman’s exclusion from the IPL. In a virtual meeting, the ICC is said to have insisted that Bangladesh must travel to India to play their scheduled games in Kolkata and Mumbai or risk forfeiting points, which would significantly harm their chances in the tournament. However, the BCB has denied receiving an official ultimatum and says it will continue dialogue with the ICC to resolve security issues while prioritising the safety of its team.