Thirty nations will take to the sky at the Youth Skyrunning World Championships - The International Skyrunning Federation

The spectacular, challenging terrain awaiting teams from 38 countries at the 2026 Skyrunning World Championships on the island of La Gomera, Canaries. ©Laura Ortiz World medallists and skyrunning superstars from across the globe are heading for the 2026 Skyrunning World Championships on the island of La Gomera in the Canary Islands, Spain, from September 18–20, 2026.

Thirty-five killed as gunmen attack Niger's biggest airport19 June 2026Chris Ewokor, Wedaeli ChibelushiandBBC HausaAFP via Getty ImagesThe sound of gunfire came from Niamey's airport, which was also attacked in January (file photo)Thirty-five people have been killed after gunmen struck Niger's largest airport on Thursday, officials say - the second attack in less than five months. Residents in the predominately Muslim country told the BBC they had just finished their morning prayers when explosions and gunshot sounds rang out from Diori Hamani international airport, located in the capital, Niamey. Niger's defence ministry said the fatalities comprised 22 assailants, 11 soldiers, and two civilians. Thursday's violence settled by mid-morning and security forces have since launched a manhunt for any remaining attackers. Lawalli Tsalha, who lives near the airport, which also hosts a military base, told the BBC: "We finished our prayer at about 05:50 (04:50 GMT) and shortly afterwards we heard a loud bang - like something had exploded, perhaps a tyre. "It was only a little later that we realised what was happening.

Canada will have a new national skyrunning series in 2027, with nine races at three western Canadian mountain events joined together under one points system. The Canadian Skyrunning National Series will feature races in Crowsnest Pass, Alta.; Apex Mountain Resort, B. C.; and Revelstoke, B. C. between June and August. Runners can tackle an array of races, from short, steep uphill races to a 50.5K SkyUltra, and are able to collect points toward an overall national ranking.