BBC News Briefing

29 April, 2026

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Alex Binley

Hello. Two Jewish men have been stabbed in the street in north London in what police have declared a terrorist incident. With just over six weeks to go until the men's football World Cup kicks off in Mexico, we go inside the capital's main airport amid concerns renovations won't be finished in time. And finally, watch as a robot rescues an elderly woman trying to flee Ukraine's frontlines.

TOP OF THE AGENDA

Terror incident declared after London attack

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Police said the suspect also tried to stab officers. Credit: EPA/Shutterstock

London's Metropolitan Police have said they are working with the security services and investigating whether the attack in Golders Green deliberately targeted the Jewish community. The head of the force said the suspect has a history of violence and mental health issues. The 45-year-old was Tasered and arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. The two men who were stabbed, aged 76 and 34, are both in stable conditions. Video captures how the attack unfolded - you can watch that here. A member of a Jewish security group told the BBC they were first on the scene and described what happened. Wednesday's attack comes just weeks after ambulances belonging to a Jewish medical charity were set on fire nearby. "What's going on?" Ben Grossnass asked. "How much more can we take?"

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AT THE SCENE

Mexico City, Mexico

Will Mexico City's airport be ready for the World Cup?

Five workmen wearing orange high-vis vests and helmets work in the centre of an airport. They have hoardings around them and behind the hoardings, crowds of people can be seen.

Work has been underway at the airport since last summer. Credit: Getty Images

With the 2026 World Cup just weeks away, Mexico City is finishing significant renovations at its main airport. Work is underway to modernise ageing infrastructure and increase its capacity ahead of the opening match of the tournament in the capital. However, logistical challenges and budget constraints have caused delays, putting crews in a race against time to complete the work.

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Benito Juárez International Airport has long been a problem. As recently as this year, users filmed rainwater pouring into the concourse. "An airport is supposed to be the first image of a country, and here you take a long time to collect your suitcases. You take a long time to transfer to your destination. It's very frustrating," says traveller Jaime Batiz.

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The airport handled around 45 million passengers last year, and an extra 800,000 visitors are expected to come to the Mexican capital for the World Cup. A massive $420m (£312m) renovation is underway and while there's plenty of confidence amongst the authorities that the work will get done on time, some users aren't so sure. "The truth is, it doesn't look like this will happen in time," says Jaime.

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