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Norway's king admitted to hospital and put on sick leave
The 89-year-old - one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs - is suffering from a rare blood condition.
August 17, 2026WHO says Hantavirus outbreak linked to ship is over
The World Health Organization's director general says no further cases have been reported since 25 May.
July 2, 2026Pope Leo visits Canary Islands to highlight perilous journeys of migrants
During his trip, the Pope will appeal for a humane approach and respectful welcome for migrants seeking a better life.
June 11, 2026Watch: Southern Lights timelapse filmed from space
This occurrence of aurora australis, or Southern Lights, was captured by Nasa astronaut Jessica Meir.
June 8, 2026Virus-hit cruise ship arrives in Tenerife as medics await passengers
The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from Tenerife where the MV Hondius has arrived, after a deadly hantavirus outbreak.
May 10, 2026Evacuation flights leave Tenerife after cruise ship virus outbreak - Reuters
Evacuation flights leave Tenerife after cruise ship virus outbreak Reuters
May 10, 2026WHO chief reassures Tenerife residents ahead of arrival of virus-hit cruise ship
"This is not another Covid," Tedros Ghebreyesus tells islanders before MV Hondius docks on Sunday.
May 9, 2026Anger and resignation in Tenerife as hantavirus ship approaches
Some on the Spanish island worry that the imminent arrival of the MV Hondius could pose a health risk.
May 9, 2026Watch: Iconic global landmarks turn off lights for Earth Hour
France's Eiffel Tower and Barcelona's Sagrada Família Basilica were among the famous global landmarks that went dark for an hour on Saturday night.
March 28, 2026Norway's King Harald taken to hospital in Spain - Reuters
Norway's King Harald taken to hospital in Spain Reuters
February 24, 2026