Jailed HK tycoon's 'teeth rotting and fingernails falling off', daughter tells BBC

The daughter of Jimmy Lai tells the BBC that her father's health is deteriorating in prison.

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Fireworks, drums and light shows: How the world is welcoming 2026

Countries around the world celebrated the new year with colourful shows and long held traditions.

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Watch: Underwater chess champions compete for world title

Using weighted pieces and magnetic boards, players of the hybrid sport must complete each move in one breath.

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Trump hopes to reach phase two of Gaza ceasefire 'very quickly'

The US president also warns Hamas will have "hell to pay" if it does not disarm, after talks with Netanyahu.

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'There are many challenges': Syrians in Turkey consider return after fall of Assad

Syrians in Turkey are weighing up whether it is the right time to return to their homeland.

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China holds military drills around Taiwan as warning to 'separatist forces'

The drills come days after the US announced the sale of one of its largest weapons packages to Taiwan.

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Nine people, including five children, stabbed to death in Suriname

Police detained the male suspect after shooting him in the leg, while two others are seriously injured.

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Brazil's Bolsonaro undergoes medical treatment for hiccups

The 70-year-old had suffered with the spasms for nine months, his wife says, and was already in hospital for hernia surgery.

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Spaniards hurl flour, eggs and fireworks in mock battle

The annual food fight festival ''Els Enfarinats'' has left the Spanish town of Ibi covered in flour and egg shells.

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Snow-capped Mount Etna erupts as skiers use its slopes

Volcanic activity at the mountain intensified on 27 December, according to Italian scientists.

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Her husband's kidnapping became Malaysia's biggest mystery. Then came a stunning confession

Nine years after her husband disappeared, Susanna Liew had a stunning legal win in one of Malaysia's biggest mysteries.

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Heavy rain storms in California leave three dead

A state of emergency is declared in Los Angeles and other southern counties after flash floods and mudslides.

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs files appeal asking for immediate prison release

Combs argues his sentence was improperly decided and asked that his conviction also be thrown out.

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Zelensky hails 'new ideas' on peace after talks with US envoys

Ukraine's leader gives an upbeat assessment after discussing the plan with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

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Officials discover a million more documents potentially related to Epstein case

The US Department of Justice says reviewing the material could delay the full release of Epstein documents by a "few more weeks".

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Venezuela accuses US of 'extortion' over seizure of oil tankers

An emergency meeting of the UN Security Council was called to discuss the US seizure of two tankers.

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Two dead after Pennsylvania nursing home explosions

Authorities are investigating whether a gas leak was to blame for the twin blasts and fire, which caused a partial collapse.

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Israel extends order allowing closure of foreign broadcasters

A bill passed by parliament expands temporary powers introduced during the Gaza war to shutter outlets seen as a security threat.

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Thousands fleeing DR Congo violence face 'dire conditions' in Burundi - aid agencies

Those particularly affected are children and pregnant women - some going without food for days.

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Trump's appointment of Greenland envoy sparks fresh row with Denmark

The BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale explains how Trump's appoinment of a special envoy to Greenland has shaken diplomatic with Denmark.

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Ghana official rejects 'Detty December' label

The term is widely used to describe Ghana and Nigeria's wild, end-of-year party seasons.

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Survivors 'nervous and sceptical' about release of remaining Epstein files

US lawmakers who pushed for the documents to be made public have criticised the initial release as incomplete.

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Imran Khan and wife given further jail terms after state gift fraud case

Pakistan's former PM, who is already serving time in prison, plans to challenge the verdict.

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Australian state plans to ban intifada chants after Bondi shooting

New South Wales will look at passing hate speech laws after Australia's deadliest shooting in almost 30 years.

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Australia was seen as a world leader in gun control - Bondi has exposed a more complicated reality

It introduced stricter gun laws after the 1996 Port Arthur massacre, but some say they now need to be tightened further.

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Putin tells BBC Western leaders deceived Russia

BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg had the opportunity to ask Vladimir Putin about his plans for the future of the country.

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Trump Media to merge with fusion energy firm in $6bn deal

The company behind President Trump's Truth Social platform makes a surprising move into the energy sector.

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'She's a superhero': The acts of bravery as Bondi horror unfolded

A father tells the BBC he owes the life of his child to a stranger forced into an impossible decision.

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Miss Finland's viral 'slanted-eyes' photo stirs racism firestorm

Ex- Miss Universe contestant Sarah Dzafce has drawn backlash in East Asia and in her own country.

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Polar bear mother adopts cub in rarely documented case

It's only the 13th known case of adoption out of the 4,600 bears studied for nearly five decades in the northern Canadian area.

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Spain to open network of climate shelters

Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says the shelters will be in public buildings across the country.

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Ukraine struggling to keep lights on under Russian attack, says energy boss

DTEK boss Maxim Timchenko says the intensity of Russian strikes is so frequent there is no time to recover.

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Rebels say they will withdraw from key DR Congo city at US request

The US accuses Rwanda of backing the rebel advance in breach of a deal brokered by President Trump.

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Smooth end to Messi India tour after Kolkata chaos

Messi's India tour had a chaotic start after angry fans in Kolkata damaged a stadium after failing to catch a glimpse of him.

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Eyewitness captures moment man tackles and disarms Bondi shooter

New South Wales Police say that 11 people were killed, plus one gunman, in a shooting at Bondi Beach targeting the Jewish community.

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Manhunt continues after two killed in shooting at Brown University

The gunman is at large after opening fire in a building where exams were taking place at the campus in Providence, Rhode Island.

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Cambodia shuts border crossings with Thailand as fighting continues

It comes despite US President Donald Trump saying both sides had agreed to a ceasefire deal.

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BBC captures celebrations as Belarus frees political prisoners

Southern & Eastern Europe correspondent Sarah Rainsford reports from Lithuania, where some of the released prisoners were taken.

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Inside the Colombian cathedral built 180m underground

The idea came from the miners building makeshift altars in the mine in the 1930s, to pray for their safety before starting their shifts.

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Severe disruption hits Portugal in first general strike for 12 years

PM Luís Montenegro appears to have been taken aback by the strength of feeling against his government's labour reforms.

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Ethiopia arrests 'indecently' dressed TikTok stars after awards ceremony

Adonay Berhane, Wongelawit Gebre Endrias and four others are accused by police of undermining public morality.

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Sarkozy releases prison diaries about his 20 days behind bars

The former French president was jailed for taking part in an election campaign funding conspiracy.

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EU investigates Google over AI-generated summaries in search results

It is examining whether the tech giant did not offer "appropriate compensation" to web publishers.

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Ukrainians raise flag to show BBC the fight goes on in city claimed by Russia

Ukraine barely has a hold on Pokrovsk, but its forces are keen to show they are still resisting Russia's advance.

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These young Australians grew up with social media - what do they think of the ban?

The BBC took to the streets of Sydney to find out what young people aged between 18 and 20 think of Australia’s under-16s social media ban.

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A wage for housework? India's sweeping experiment in paying women

Some 118 million women in 12 Indian states receive unconditional cash transfers, one of the world’s largest experiments.

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How Australia found itself battling big tech over social media for children

Australia's policy is the culmination of years of pressure on tech companies over online safety, experts say.

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Three-year-old girl killed in Gaza by Israeli forces, local sources say

The child was reportedly playing near her family's tent in Mawasi Rafah when she was shot.

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Ukraine's European allies press for more security guarantees

Volodymyr Zelensky and the leaders of France, Germany and the UK held talks in London to discuss the latest US efforts to end the war in Ukraine.

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White South Africans divided on US refugee offer

Donald Trump says white South Africans are being persecuted and so qualify for asylum but black farmers are also being killed.

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Death of Venezuelan opposition figure in custody 'vile', US says

Alfredo Díaz, 56, died in prison cell on Saturday, human rights groups say, prompting opposition outcry.

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Trump criticises Democrat he pardoned over not switching political parties

Texas Representative Henry Cuellar is running for re-election as a Democrat after Trump pardoned him.

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North American leaders take stage together for the first time

The World Cup draw marked the first time that Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has met Trump, and the trio briefly discussed trade.

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Boycotts and arguments - can the Eurovision Song Contest survive its biggest crisis?

The biggest crisis in the Eurovision Song Contest's history raises major questions about its future.

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Which European countries have mandatory or voluntary military service

The issue of forcing citizens to serve in the military is back as the war between Russia and Ukraine grinds on.

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South Korea developing app that shows real-time location of stalkers

Critics have voiced concern over the pervasiveness of stalking and violence against women in South Korea.

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Israel says Palestinian groups returned body of Thai hostage held in Gaza

The remains of agricultural worker Suthisak Rintalak were recovered by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad in northern Gaza.

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Watch: What Tennessee's special election means for the Republican party

Republican Matt Van Epps won, but his margin of victory was less than half of what it was just over a year ago for President Trump in the same district.

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Stop wasting the world's time, Ukraine tells Putin after US talks in Moscow

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha‎ spoke after high-stakes talks on ending the war failed to produce tangible results.

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Putin meets Trump negotiators in Moscow for Ukraine peace talks

Kremlin officials described the five hours of negotiations as "productive".

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Bulgaria ditches budget plan after tens of thousands join protests

Demonstrators said the plan - the country's first in euros - attempted to hide widespread government corruption.

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What is Honduras ex-president accused of and why has Trump pardoned him?

Juan Orlando Hernández, once called the key figure in a drug trafficking scheme that flooded America with over 400 tonnes of cocaine, walks free after the pardon.

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Australia's social media ban explained... in 60 seconds

Australia is banning social media for everyone under the age 16 - but will it actually work? Here's everything you need to know.

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Dozens missing as deadly landslide hits two boats in Peru

Rescue efforts in Peru's central Ucayali region are being hindered by strong currents on the river, one official said.

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Three children among four killed in shooting at 'birthday party' in California

Officials say 11 others are injured in what they believe is a "targeted" shooting at a children's birthday party.

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Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia

The two ships struck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia.

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Australian prime minister becomes first to wed in office

Anthony Albanese weds Jodie Haydon, after the couple became engaged on Valentine's Day last year.

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Flights returning to normal after Airbus warning grounded planes

Around 6,000 planes were affected after an issue that could corrupt data was discovered.

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How were Afghan evacuees vetted under Biden?

BBC Verify looks into claims that the Afghan national suspected of shooting two National Guard members in Washington DC entered the US unvetted.

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Hungary's Orban defies EU partners and meets Putin again in Moscow

Russia's leader praised what he called Orban's "balanced position on the situation in Ukraine".

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Video shows speed fire spreads in Hong Kong tower block

Footage geolocated by BBC Verify show the blaze taking hold in Wang Cheong House.

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General named new Guinea-Bissau leader a day after coup

Gen Horta N’Tam is sworn in during a ceremony at the army headquarters.

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Watch: Car nearly hits first responders in Midwest blizzard conditions

Winter storm alerts and hazardous weather outlooks have been issued for parts of the US ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Stone-hurling anger unnerves Zambia's 'fix-it' president

After 2021's landslide win, Hakainde Hichilema has nine months to convince voters he deserves a second term.

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'I am devastated': Hong Kong residents in disbelief after fire destroys blocks of flats

Efforts to control the blaze are continuing as locals wait for news of missing loved ones.

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German 'hammer gang' trial for seven accused of extreme-left violence

The trial in Dresden comes shortly after the US designated the Antifa Ost group as a terrorist organisation.

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Trump envoy denies bias as he pushes for Sudan peace plan

Efforts to negotiate an end to the war, which has displaced 12 million people, remain unfruitful.

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Ex-wife of Dubai royal says she fears arrest as custody battle escalates

Zeynab Javadli's ex-husband has lodged a criminal complaint with Dubai police, accusing her of kidnapping their three daughters.

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Bollywood's 'He-Man' Dharmendra dies at 89

Best known for the iconic role of Veeru in the all-time great Sholay, Dharmendra was India's "most handsome actor".

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Chinese land, US radar and ties to Taiwan: The geopolitics rattling a tiny Pacific nation

Palau's strategic location and diplomatic ties with Taiwan have made it a focus of US-China rivalry.

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Rubio hails 'tremendous progress' at Ukraine peace talks

The top US diplomat says more work is needed to finalise a US-Ukraine deal that will then need Russia's agreement.

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Ukraine's Aonishiki becomes sumo champion in Japan

Aonishiki wins the November sumo tournament in Japan and becomes the first person from Ukraine to claim an elite-level sumo championship.

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Trump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene to quit Congress after Epstein files feud

A falling out with the US president erupted amid her relentless calls to release documents on the late paedophile.

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Irish fashion designer Paul Costelloe dies aged 80

His family issued a statement on Saturday saying they are "deeply saddened to announce the passing of Paul Costelloe following a short illness".

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'A lot of fighting': Fossil fuel row breaks out at UN climate summit

A row over fossil fuels has broken out at COP30 but this is also likely to be a negotiating tactic.

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US judge resigns after being disciplined for wearing Elvis wig in court

In court, Judge Thornhill would play the singer's music from his phone and make "irrelevant" references to him.

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Ukrainian teen saboteurs recruited on Telegram to attack their own country

Russia is using Telegram to recruit Ukrainian children and teenagers to carry out sabotage and bombings according to the Ukrainian government.

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Klimt painting second most expensive artwork sold at auction

The portrait of Austrian heiress Elisabeth Lederer was looted by the Nazis and almost destroyed.

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Italy to extradite Nord Stream blast suspect to Germany

Former Ukrainian military officer Serhiy Kuznetsov will face a charge of anti-constitutional sabotage in Berlin.

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Trial opens into North Macedonia nightclub fire that killed 63

Thirty-five people and three institutions are on trial. Prosecutors say years of failings turned the venue into a death trap.

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Ex-Harvard president Larry Summers steps back from public role after Epstein email release

The former US treasury secretary says he is "ashamed" of his emails to the late sex offender.

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Zelensky to meet Trump envoy in Turkey in bid to 'intensify' peace talks

There were no plans for the Russian side to join the talks, the Kremlin said.

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Jury in high-profile Australian trial visit beach where murder victim found

Rajwinder Singh denies stabbing the 24-year-old to death in October 2019.

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Ukraine to import US liquefied natural gas via Greece

Vital supplies are due to start flowing from the Balkans as energy infrastructure faces sustained Russian attack.

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The oil pipeline feud testing Canada's global ambitions

The rift between two provinces at odds over a proposed pipeline is straining Canada's unity as it seeks to become an energy superpower.

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Federal agents launch immigration crackdown in city of Charlotte

Operation "Charlotte's Web" is part of Donald Trump’s attempt to deliver "the largest deportation programme" in US history.

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The US will help South Korea build nuclear 'attack' submarines - here's what that means

The agreement comes amid a period of growing geopolitical tensions on the Korean Peninsula.

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Iran confirms it seized tanker in Strait of Hormuz

The Talara tanker was travelling from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Singapore.

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Zelensky vows energy sector overhaul after $100m corruption scandal

State-owned energy firms will be fully audited and new management brought in, the Ukrainian PM says.

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Record settler attacks in West Bank opening up rifts within Israel

In October more than 260 settler attacks resulted in Palestinians casualties or property damage according to the UN.

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Mass killings probe in Sudan will hold culprits to account, vows UN

"There has been too much pretence and performance, and too little action," says UN human rights chief Volker Türk.

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Thirteen hours by touch – inside one of the world's longest exam days

South Korea's national college entry exam is notoriously hard - but blind students face unique challenges.

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Delhi blast was terror incident, Indian government says

India's government says it unequivocally condemns the "dastardly and cowardly act" that killed eight people.

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French relief as Algeria frees jailed novelist at centre of diplomatic crisis

Almost a year to the day after Boualem Sansal was arrested, the Algerian president grants him a pardon.

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US ends penny-making run after more than 230 years

Pennies today cost nearly four cents each to make - more than twice the cost of a decade ago.

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Moment newly opened bridge partially collapses in China

Local authorities in the southwestern province of Sichuan say there are no reports of casualties following the collapse.

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Ghana's Asante king welcomes return of artefacts from the UK and South Africa

They include items looted by British colonial soldiers and others from the AngloGold Ashanti mining firm.

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A jailed hacking kingpin reveals all about the gang that left a trail of destruction

One of the world's most prominent cyber-criminals speaks to the BBC in an exclusive interview.

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Iran faces unprecedented drought as water crisis hits Tehran

The government is pleading with Iranians to save water as reservoirs dry up and rainfall is at a record low.

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British man dies after being shot during robbery in Ghana

A manhunt is under way for the 68-year-old's killer and other suspects who were at the scene in Tema.

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Dozens missing after migrant boat sinks near Malaysia-Thailand border

Malaysian authorities are looking for more survivors after the vessel capsized near the resort of Langkawi.

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Israel says body of Lior Rudaeff has been returned from Gaza

Lior Rudaeff died defending Nir Yitzhak kibbutz during the Hamas attack on 7 October 2023, the Israeli military said.

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Four held after protesters set off flares during Israeli orchestra concert in Paris

Clashes broke out during one of three disruptions to the performance featuring conductor Lahav Shani.

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Louvre criticised for spending money on art instead of security in years before heist

Three weeks after the spectacular jewel theft at the Louvre, the museum is accused of neglecting safety and security.

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COP30: World leaders take aim at Trump for climate inaction

World leaders address COP30 climate summit in Belém and take aim at Trump record on climate change.

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Afghan opium crop plummets after Taliban ban, UN survey finds

Afghanistan used to produce more than 80% of global opium but a Taliban ban has cut that to a fraction.

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Democrats hit back and a winning message - four election night takeaways

It was an encouraging night for the Democratic Party who scored some decisive wins. Here's what we learned.

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China sentences infamous Myanmar scam mafia members to death

The Bai family is among notorious crime gangs ensnared in a crackdown on scam networks.

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Curfew lifted in Tanzania's main city after election unrest

Families continue to search for or bury relatives, a day after President Samia Suluhu Hassan was sworn in.

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Key town faces 'multi-thousand' Russian force, top Ukraine commander admits

Oleksandr Syrskyi says special forces have been deployed but denies Russian reports Ukrainian troops are surrounded in Pokrovsk.

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Young Russians are being seduced by a cheap, dangerous weight-loss pill called Molecule

Those taking the drug, which contains a substance banned in many other countries, are experiencing severe side effects.

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Police seize €1.3bn from Campari owner over alleged tax evasion

The spirit manufacturer's parent firm is accused of failing to declare a similar amount in tax during a merger.

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Britons to be evacuated from Jamaica as UK sends Hurricane Melissa aid

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has said the UK's first chartered flight from Jamaica to the UK will depart late on Saturday.

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'We saw people murdered in front of us' - Sudan siege survivors speak to the BBC

Harrowing accounts from people who have escaped an RSF assault on the besieged city of el-Fasher.

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K-pop group NewJeans loses legal battle against agency

A South Korean court rules that the act's contract with the label, which runs until 2029, is valid.

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Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 104, health ministry says, after Hamas accused of killing soldier

US President Trump says "nothing" will jeopardise the two-week-old ceasefire despite the flare-up of violence.

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Investigation after woman left behind by cruise ship dies on island

Crew of Coral Adventurer only realised the 80-year-old Australian was missing hours after they left Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef.

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Russian forces gain foothold in strategic Ukrainian town

Ukraine's president confirms Russian soldiers have taken up position inside the town of Pokrovsk.

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Confederate statue torn down during anti-racism protests reinstalled in Washington

General Albert Pike's statue, toppled during George Floyd protests in 2020, is restored under orders from President Donald Trump.

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Ivory Coast president, 83, secures fourth term after two rivals barred

Alassane Ouattara's win is unsurprising as his biggest rivals were barred from contesting the election.

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Argentina's Milei wins big in midterms with 'chainsaw' austerity

Milei's radical spending cuts have won favour with Donald Trump, but also attracted widespread criticism.

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Hurricane Melissa strengthens as it barrels towards Jamaica

The rare highest-strength storm is set to hit Jamaica by Tuesday, having already caused two deaths in Haiti.

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Russia says it has tested nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile

The experimental weapon is hailed as having a potentially unlimited range - though Western experts have questioned its value.

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'I'm not done', Kamala Harris tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg

The former vice president made her strongest suggestion to date that she will make another presidential bid in 2028 - after losing to Donald Trump last year.

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Connolly declared president of Ireland after landslide win

The result, long clear from early tallies, was officially announced at Dublin Castle.

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NBA stars and mafia among dozens arrested in illegal gambling crackdown

It follows a sweeping FBI investigation into illegal sports betting and rigged, mafia-linked poker games.

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Spectacular downfall of Georgia's ex-PM accused of having $6.5m in his flat

Irakli Garibashvili, who was a loyal lieutenant of Georgia's de facto leader, is accused of corruption.

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The decades-old exemption that lets Trump fast-track White House rebuild

The White House and several other buildings are exempt from the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.

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President Trump pardons Binance founder Changpeng Zhao

Zhao was sentenced to four months in prison in 2024 after pleading guilty to violating money laundering laws.

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NBA injuries, x-ray poker tables and the mafia: What we know about gambling arrests

Authorities said the "mind-boggling" fraud involved tens of millions of dollars and included members of organised crime.

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Cameroon judges reject election-rigging complaints

Results will be announced on Monday, prolonging the uncertainty with the opposition claiming victory.

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More than 40 dead after multi-vehicle crash in Uganda

The crash involved two buses, a lorry and a car, police say, with many also injured.

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Gaza ceasefire deal going better than expected, Vance says

The US vice-president's visit comes after a flare-up of violence between Israel and Hamas that threatened to derail the 12-day-old truce.

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Stolen Louvre jewellery worth €88m, prosecutor says

The historic items were taken in broad daylight and are now feared to have been broken down for parts.

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Watch: Dozens of giant pumpkins hit the water for rowing race

The 'squashbucklers' climbed into their hollowed out giant gourds, which are grown locally in the US state of Oregon.

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Ukrainian city in total blackout after 'massive' Russian assault

Across the wider region, four people are reported to have been killed and 10 others injured.

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US strikes on Latin American 'drug boats': What do we know, and are they legal?

Experts have suggested several attacks launched by the US may be illegal under international law.

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Brazil grants oil exploration licence in Amazon region

The project by state oil giant Petrobras has faced dismay and opposition from conservationists.

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Israel receives body Hamas says is Gaza hostage

Before Monday, Hamas had handed over all living hostages and 12 out of 28 deceased hostages under a ceasefire.

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Why John Bolton case is more serious than those against other Trump critics

Bolton argues his case is an example of "weaponisation" but legal experts say the charges are serious.

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China will soon have a new Five Year Plan. Here's how they have changed the world so far

Beijing's leaders are deciding on a blueprint that sets China's economic goals for the next decade.

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Giuffre thought she might 'die a sex slave' at hands of Epstein and his circle, memoir reveals

The BBC obtained a copy of Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir ahead of its publication on Tuesday.

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'We are orphans': Kenyans bid farewell to ex-PM Odinga in his political heartland

Kisumu mourners flock to see Raila Odinga's body as Barack Obama remembers "a true champion of democracy".

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Wrongfully imprisoned for more than 40 years, US man now faces deportation to India

Subramanyam "Subu" Vedam was freed from prison after being wrongfully convicted for a 1980 murder.

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US governor wins $1.4m playing blackjack in Las Vegas

Billionaire JB Pritzker won the sum while on holiday with friends and family.

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Airline apologises for asking dead flight attendant for paperwork

The woman's death has triggered widespread anger in Taiwan following speculation that she was overworked.

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Titan submersible imploded due to poor engineering, say US officials

The submersible disappeared from sensors on its journey to the wreck of the Titanic, killing all five people on board.

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Cracked windscreen forces US defence secretary's plane to make unscheduled landing in UK

The Pentagon says Hegseth and other military leaders on board, who were travelling back from a Nato meeting, are safe.

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Syria's Sharaa meets Putin in Moscow for first time since fall of Assad

Syria's leader suggested he would continue to allow Russia access to its military bases in Syria.

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Bangladesh garment factory fire kills at least 16

The dead have been burned beyond recognition and officials have warned that the toll could rise.

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Israel identifies bodies of four dead hostages returned by Hamas

The first four deceased hostages to be returned are Guy Illouz, Bipin Joshi, Yossi Sharabi and Daniel Peretz.

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Military says it has seized power in Madagascar after president moves to 'safe place'

The military promises elections within two years, but President Rajoelina insists he is still in charge.

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French pair sentenced in Iran on spying charges

The defendants are believed to be couple Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris, who were arrested in 2022.

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'Indescribable happiness' as detainees return to Gaza

Israel says it has released 1,968 prisoners and detainees as part of a ceasefire deal with Hamas.

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'She left trail of fairy dust': Tributes pour in for Diane Keaton

First Wives Club co-star Goldie Hawn says Diane Keaton left "memories beyond imagination" following her death aged 79.

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Gaza City clashes between Hamas and clan members leave 27 dead

The fighting is one of the most violent internal confrontations since Israeli troops withdrew from the area.

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Drone captures huge fire engulfing homes in Peru

According to local media, dozens of houses have been damaged and it's suspected the blaze was caused by an illegal pyrotechnics warehouse.

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No survivors found after Tennessee explosives plant blast

With 18 people unaccounted for, the tragedy is "even more devastating than we thought", says a sheriff.

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Watch: North Korea shows off huge missile at military parade

Named the Hwasong-20, its size suggests that it could carry multiple nuclear warheads.

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'We are inventing captivity medicine': Hospital prepares for freed Israeli hostages

Several of the hostages will be brought from Gaza to the Rabin Medical Center in Petah Tikva.

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Qatar to build air force facility in Idaho, US says

The facility in Idaho will be used to train Qatari pilots to fly F-15 fighter jets, the US defence secretary says.

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US to send 200 troops to Israel to monitor Gaza ceasefire

The US will establish a multinational force in Israel, likely to include troops from Egypt, Qatar, Turkey and the UAE, officials say.

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Jeremy Bowen: There's now a realistic chance of ending the war - but it's not over yet

For the first time since the Hamas attacks on Israel two years ago, there is a realistic chance of ending the horrors

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Naked mole rats' DNA could hold key to long life

The bald, subterranean rats are the world's longest-lived rodent.

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Have Russians set up a military base in my childhood home?

Satellite images show the house where the BBC's Vitaly Shevchenko grew up could now be a Russian base.

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Macron will nominate new French prime minister in 48 hours

Sébastien Lecornu, the outgoing prime minister, said MPs recognise the pressing need to pass a budget by the end of the year.

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No more veggie burgers? EU parliament votes to ban meat names for plant-based foods

Pressure to ban meat labels for plant-based products comes from Europe's livestock farmers.

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Fifa accuses Malaysia of faking foreign-born players' eligibility

The alleged forgery was done to comply with Fifa's 'grandfather rule' for foreign-born players.

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Everest hikers guided to safety after being stranded by blizzard

Hundreds of hikers have been guided to safety in Tibet after becoming trapped over the weekend by heavy snowfall.

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What are the key sticking points in Trump's Gaza peace plan?

Negotiators from Israel and Hamas are heading to Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, to start indirect talks about ending the Israel-Gaza war.

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New Zealand pays Samoa millions after naval ship crash

HMNZS Manawanui started leaking oil into the ocean after it sank in Samoan waters a year ago.

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Trump and Brazilian President Lula have 'friendly' call

Brazil's government said the two "reminisced about the good chemistry" they had at the UN in New York.

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Al-Shabab militants dress as soldiers to storm Somali jail

An explosion and gunfire were heard coming from the jail, located near the presidential palace in Mogadishu.

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Watch: Will President Trump get a Nobel Peace Prize?

The BBC asked Americans in Washington what they think the US president needs to do to earn the prestigious award.

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Georgia protesters try to storm Tbilisi presidential palace

Police used pepper spray to disperse demonstrators amid growing turmoil in the Caucasus country.

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Who is Japan's 'Iron Lady' Sanae Takaichi?

The conservative politician is set to be Japan's first female prime minister.

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Watch: Protesters attempt to storm Georgia's presidential palace

Water cannon and pepper spray was used by authorities to disperse protesters.

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Fatal attack revives debate over controversial shark nets in Australia

The use of controversial shark nets was about to be scaled back in Sydney when a surfer was killed.

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Trump wields axe over 'Democrat Agencies' as shutdown blame game rages

He said the shutdown could be an opportunity to "clear out dead wood", giving no hint of concessions to Democrats.

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Senior member of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang arrested

The alleged head of the gang's armed wing was arrested in an operation between Colombia, the US and the UK.

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'Find common ground', tourists in Washington tell lawmakers amid shutdown

Several museums and landmarks, including the US Capitol and Washington Monument, have closed to visitors.

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Captain of tanker linked to Russian 'shadow fleet' charged in France

The Chinese national faces a count of refusing to follow naval instructions while piloting the vessel.

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Jimmy Kimmel on the moment he found out he was going off air

His brief suspension came after his comments about the killing of Charlie Kirk.

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Three dead, dozens trapped after Indonesian school collapses on students

The rescue was temporarily halted on Tuesday as authorities say the building is at risk of further collapse.

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What we know about Michigan church shooting and arson attack

Officials have not yet named a motive for the shooter or the names of the four people killed.

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Afghanistan telecom blackout as Taliban shuts off internet

Phone and internet connections are down nationwide after the Taliban cut fibre-optic connections to prevent "immorality".

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Typhoon kills at least 11 as it sweeps through Vietnam

Dozens are missing or injured after Typhoon Bualoi made landfall in central Vietnam.

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US citizen released by Taliban after nine-month detention

Amir Amiry is expected to return to the US after months of negotiations for his release, which were led by Qatari mediators.

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Three dead and several injured after shooting at US waterfront bar

The attacker opened fire from a boat at a crowded waterfront bar in Southport, North Carolina, officials say.

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Thunberg denies claims Gaza flotilla is a publicity stunt

The Swedish activist tells the BBC that no one would "risk their life" purely to gain attention.

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Elon Musk and Prince Andrew named in new Epstein files

The documents by the estate of convicted paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein were released by Congressional Democrats.

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Assata Shakur, black liberation activist exiled in Cuba dies at 78

She fled to Cuba after being convicted in the killing of a police officer but she denied shooting the officer.

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New York office gunman had low-level CTE, medical examiner finds

Shane Tamura killed four while targeting NFL offices in July

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Notes suggest Dallas shooter targeted ICE but accidentally hit detainees - officials

One detainee was killed and two others critically injured after a shooting at a Dallas ICE facility on Wednesday.

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From former president to future prisoner: Sarkozy's conviction divides France

Sarkozy is back where he used to be – dominating the news and dividing the nation, writes the BBC's Hugh Schofield.

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Trump urges Turkey to stop buying Russian oil as Erdogan chases deal on F-35s

The US president suggests the US could lift sanctions on Turkey and allow it to buy F-35 jets.

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Typhoon Ragasa makes landfall in China after 17 killed in Taiwan

Ragasa is the world's strongest storm this year and has been roaring over the South China Sea for days.

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Macron calls Trump after motorcade blocks his car

Macron and Trump were in New York for the 80th UN General Assembly

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France formally recognises Palestinian state

Speaking at the UN in New York, President Emmanuel Macron said "the time for peace has come".

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ICC charges Rodrigo Duterte with crimes against humanity

The former president of the Philippines is accused of being involved in the deaths of dozens of people.

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Copenhagen airport shut after drone sightings, police say

Take-offs and landings at the airport have been suspended since around 20:30 local time (19:30 BST).

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California bans most law enforcement including ICE from wearing masks

Law enforcement officials will also be required to identify themselves while conducting duties by both name and badge number.

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Watch: Keir Starmer says UK recognises Palestinian state

Prime Minister Starmer says the move will "revive the hope of peace" but Israel says it is "nothing but a reward for jihadist Hamas".

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Recognising Palestinian statehood opens another question - who would lead it?

With the president approaching 90 years of age and another possible candidate in jail, finding the right leadership would be a challenge

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Republican senator says US TV regulator acted like 'mafioso' on Jimmy Kimmel

The Texas senator affected a mobster accent to criticise how ABC was pressed to take action on the late-night host.

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British couple held by Taliban arrive in UK after release

Their son tells the BBC he is "overwhelmed" by release after nearly eight months in prison.

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Notre-Dame's iconic towers reopen six years after fire

Notre-Dame's Medieval towers have been restored after a massive fire ravaged the cathedral in 2019.

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The motive behind Charlie Kirk's killing: What we know and don't know

Prosecutors have broadly outlined suspect Tyler Robinson's political views - but many questions remain.

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How a man's affair with his mother-in-law became a viral film in Indonesia

Norma, a movie based on a viral true story from TikTok, has become a nationwide obsession.

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Sarah Smith: Trump visit showed UK's warm relations - and limited influence

The good-natured state visit demonstrated strong relations, but no ally is likely to change the US president's mind.

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Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon

Israel said it was targeting Hezbollah positions, while Lebanon's PM called for pressure on Israel to stop attacks.

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US deportees sue Ghana over 'illegal' detention

Despite opposition to the deal, Ghana's president says 40 more deportees will arrive from the US.

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Major Scottish gangland figures arrested in Dubai

Steven Lyons, Ross McGill, Stephen Jamieson and Steven Larwood were taken into custody following a co-ordinated operation.

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Madeleine McCann suspect freed from German prison

Christian Brückner has never been charged with any crime in relation to the McCann case.

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Chinese-linked mining firms sued over 'ecological catastrophe' in Zambia

Million of litres of highly acidic waste spilled into rivers in a copper-mining area, farmers say.

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'Completely different, yet genuinely get on' - BBC correspondents on Starmer and Trump

The BBC's Political Editor Chris Mason and North America Editor Sarah Smith discuss what's at stake for both sides during the trip.

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Coup plot charges for former Romanian presidential candidate

Prosecutors say the right-wing former presidential candidate conspired to overthrow constitutional order in the country.

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Kenya issues arrest warrant for British national over young mother's murder

The 21-year-old was killed in 2012 and her body found in a septic tank in the garrison town of Nanyuki.

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Boss of degrading sex-trade ring in Dubai's glamour districts unmasked by BBC

Young Ugandan women tell BBC they are being lured to Dubai to take part in extreme sex acts.

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Does Israel face a 'South Africa moment' over Gaza?

BBC diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams looks at parallels between reactions to Israel and apartheid-era South Africa.

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US farmers are being squeezed - and it's testing their deep loyalty to Trump

Why so many corn belt Americans continue to back Trump, even while feeling economic pressure driven partly by his trade policy

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Zulu king challenges professor to stick fight

Prof Musa Xulu tells the BBC he has received threats from hired assassins and has complained to the police.

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Kirk suspect 'not co-operating' with authorities, governor says

He adds that "much more evidence and information" will become available once charges are filed in the case.

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'We knew the family:' Utah town in disbelief after neighbour accused of killing Charlie Kirk

Authorities have accused Washington, Utah local Tyler Robinson of killing the conservative activist

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Bowling and curling among tests for tram driver world championship

Twenty five tram driving teams from all over the world battle it out in Vienna.

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New Nato mission to bolster eastern flank after Russia drone incursion

France, Denmark and Germany will send jets to Poland after Russian drones flew into its airspace.

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UK says 'great news' British national freed in Belarus release deal

Julia Fenner was given a long jail term after being detained while entering Belarus in March 2024.

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Anti-apartheid hero's new inquest should lead to justice, Biko family tells BBC

Seen as a martyr in the struggle against white-minority rule, Steve Biko died in police custody in 1977.

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US joins UN Security Council condemnation of Israeli strikes on Qatar

The US traditionally blocks actions against its close ally Israel at the United Nations.

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South African rapist in bid to block Netflix documentary about his life

Thabo Bester, who allegedly faked his death in prison and escaped, says the documentary is defamatory.

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Ex-senator's wife sentenced to more than 4 years in bribery scheme

Nadine Menendez, whose husband is already in prison, was convicted for her role in a bribery scheme involving gold bars, cash and a Mercedes-Benz

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Bowen: Diplomacy in ruins after Israel strikes Hamas leaders in Qatar

The Doha attack signals that Benjamin Netanyahu will press forward hard on all fronts, writes Jeremy Bowen.

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Russian air strike kills 24 in pension queue, Ukraine says

The attack targeted the eastern village of Yarova, officials say, a few kilometres from the front line.

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Surprise as Ivory Coast's ex-first lady cleared to contest presidency

Simone Gbagbo will run against President Alassane Ouattara, who is seeking a controversial fourth term.

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Macron names ally Sébastien Lecornu as new French PM

It comes after a vote of confidence ousted François Bayrou after nine months in power.

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Pressure mounts on Bolsonaro as first of five judges finds him guilty

The Brazilian ex-president is accused of plotting a coup to cling to power, which he denies.

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South Korean worker tells BBC of panic during US immigration raid at Hyundai plant

Some 400 US agents took part in the immigration raid on the Hyundai facility, detaining hundreds of workers, many South Korean nationals.

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Trump asks Supreme Court to allow billions in foreign aid cuts

The administration is seeking an emergency order as it tries to claw back funds allocated by Congress.

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Supreme Court rules that immigration raids in LA can continue

US top court says that immigration agents can stop people based solely on their race, language or job.

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Argentine rights activist Rosa Roisinblit dies aged 106

A leading member of the Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo, she helped convict men who abducted hundreds of babies.

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Teen gamer who 'performed miracles' becomes first millennial saint

Before his death at 15, Carlo Acutis was known for his love of technology and had created a website to document miracles.

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Timelapse shows Blood Moon rising around the world

s the Moon passes through the Earth's shadow, it will take on a deep red hue, creating a striking "Blood Moon".

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Snapped cable caused Lisbon funicular crash, first report says

The rest of the mechanism worked properly, says a preliminary report into the crash which killed 16 people.

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Lisbon funicular worker among those killed in crash

Four employees of a non-profit organisation and a transport worker are among those who died.

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Israel destroys second high-rise as assault on Gaza City intensifies

Israel continues to expand its military operation in Gaza, urging Palestinians to leave Gaza City and move south.

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Rosenberg: What's behind Putin's uncompromising stance on Ukraine?

Moscow's diplomatic success in China, and Trump's lack of action, have emboldened Putin, reports Steve Rosenberg.

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Three ways Epstein scandal could go for Trump

This week the victims of Epstein's crimes came forward to demand more information, piling pressure on the White House.

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How the death of a delivery driver ignited Indonesia

Protests over corruption and inequality have spiralled into violence, arson and deaths.

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'The hit was very hard': Eyewitness in second carriage shares video of crash moment

The incident in Lisbon's funicular has left 16 dead and multiple injured.

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Watch: RFK Jr questioned during fiery hearing

US health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr faced questions on Covid deaths, vaccines and his record during an often heated Senate hearing.

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China's Xi steals the limelight in a defiant push against US-led world order

President Xi shows off his power and influence in an open challenge to US supremacy and the world order.

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Trump says 11 killed in US strike on drug-carrying vessel from Venezuela

The Trump administration has signalled a willingness to use military force against drug cartels.

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Afghan quake victims buried on mountain top as aftershocks continue

The BBC's Yama Bariz travelled to a region devastated by the 6.0 magnitude earthquake.

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Russia's Putin hails 'unprecedented' ties with China at talks in Beijing

The two leaders are seeking to promote "a more just and reasonable global governance system".

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Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee

The food giant says Laurent Freixe had an "undisclosed" relationship with "a direct subordinate".

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India's Modi has 'insightful' talks in Putin's limo

The two leaders - both under pressure from Donald Trump - spent 45 minutes inside the Russian leader's car.

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Man arrested after crashing car into Russian consulate in Australia

Police say an officer injured their hand but no other injuries were reported.

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UK closes embassy in Cairo after security barriers removed

The removal of the barriers is widely seen as retaliation for the arrest of a pro-Egyptian government activist in London last week.

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Reeling from Trump's tariffs, India and China seek a business reboot

India's prime minister hopes to draw nearer to some of the world’s largest economies.

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Trump administration moves to fire most Voice of America journalists

Termination notices have been issued to more than 500 employees of VOA and its parent agency.

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Watch: The best looks from the Venice red carpet so far

Actor Julia Roberts makes her Venice Film Festival debut promoting her new movie After The Hunt.

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Kim meets families of North Korea soldiers killed fighting in Ukraine

The North Korean leader met the families of soldiers killed fighting for Russia against Ukraine.

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Madeleine McCann suspect to be released in less than three weeks

Christian Brückner is still dangerous, the German prosecutor leading the investigation into the toddler's disappearance tells the BBC.

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Why has Kamala Harris' security detail been withdrawn?

The overstretched Secret Service is required to provide 6 months of protection to former vice-presidents.

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Body of Israeli hostage recovered in Gaza, IDF says

Ilan Weiss was killed during Hamas's attack in southern Israel on 7 October 2023.

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'India put us on the boat like captives - then threw us in the sea'

Rohingya refugees tell the BBC they were flown from Delhi and forced into the sea off the coast of Myanmar.

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Cases of flesh-eating screwworm on the rise in Mexico

The parasites mainly infest cattle but there have also been dozens of cases involving people.

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BBC reports from scene of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv

Russia launched a major attack on Ukraine's capital in the early hours of Thursday evening, killing at least 19 people, including four children.

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Watch: How the Catholic school shooting unfolded in Minneapolis

Two children, aged eight and 10, have been killed and 17 other people injured following a shooting during Mass.

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German cabinet backs voluntary military service, opening door to conscription

The defence minister wants to increase soldiers in service from 182,000 to 260,000 by the early 2030s.

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South African influencer apologises over viral Russian job videos

There has been a backlash over the recruitment scheme and a government warning to young people.

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French PM fights for survival as rivals refuse to support confidence vote

Opposition parties say they will not back Prime Minister François Bayrou after a he called the vote over deep budget cuts.

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Cook to sue Trump over order to fire her from Federal Reserve

The central bank governor says the US president "has no authority to do so" in defiance of Trump's escalatory move against the Fed.

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French helicopter crew survive crash into lake

The helicopter was attempting to collect water to fight wildfires at the time of the crash.

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Mexico cartel leader 'El Mayo' enters guilty plea

Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada was arrested in July 2024, and is due to be sentenced in the coming months.

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North Korean leader oversees new missile test, state media says

Two new air defence missiles with "superior combat capability" have been fired in a test observed by Kim Jong Un.

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More than 30 jihadists killed in air strikes, Nigerian military says

Concern is mounting about "war-time levels of slaughter" in Nigeria, including a resurgence of jihadist activity.

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Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts creating lava fountain

Kilauea, on Hawaii's Big Island, started spewing fresh lava on 22 August, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said.

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US government wants to deport Kilmar Ábrego García to Uganda

If a judge agrees with the government, the Salvadoran national could be soon deported to a country with which he has no known ties.

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What did Erik and Lyle Menendez do and when could they be released?

Lyle and Erik Menendez have been denied release by separate parole boards this week.

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Will Serena Williams's weight-loss admission help shed stigma of anti-obesity drugs?

Could her comments instil a new sense of confidence in those using the drugs and quieten the critics?

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New bodies found near site of Kenya's starvation cult burials

Nine bodies have been found in fresh graves near the site of the "Shakahola Forest Massacre".

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Ukrainian held in Italy over Nord Stream gas pipelines blast mystery

German prosecutors say the man was in a group that planted explosives in the Baltic Sea.

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Why Donetsk matters so much for Ukraine's defences

For Ukraine to lose western Donetsk would mean the fall of a bulwark against any future Russian advance.

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Netanyahu accuses Australian PM of 'betraying' Israel

Relations between the two countries have frayed since Australia said it planned to recognise a Palestinian state.

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Why Oval Office map has played crucial role in Trump's view of Ukraine war

Ukraine's leader has taken issue with the American map, because of the amount of control it gives Russia.

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Four key takeaways from Ukraine talks in Washington

Ukraine's President Zelensky managed to avoid another disastrous Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump.

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Watch: Destruction in Pakistan after flash floods that have killed hundreds

The majority of fatalities were recorded in the northwest Buner district, where at least 200 people were killed.

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Key takeaways so far from Ukraine talks in Washington

Ukraine's President Zelensky managed to avoid another disastrous Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump.

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'No-one was expecting this': European leaders rush to US to help Ukraine avoid 'capitulation'

The heads of state hope to stop Trump from threatening long-term European security, writes James Landale.

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Resignation and betrayal: What handing Donbas to Putin would mean for Ukraine

Donald Trump is reportedly planning to urge Ukraine to surrender the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as part of negotiations over an end to the war.

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Trump posted a photo of me sitting by my tent - then a bulldozer arrived

DC's largest homeless encampment was destroyed after the president called for a crackdown. What happened to its residents?

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Macron condemns 'act of hatred' after tree memorial for murdered Jew is cut down

The French president said the felling of the tree honouring Ilan Halimi was "an attempt to kill him a second time".

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One dead and several injured as Danish train hits tanker and derails

Local media report crash at railway crossing in southern Jutland involved lorry transporting farm waste.

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Watch: Moment Trump and Putin meet in Alaska for Ukraine talks

This is the moment Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin exchange handshakes as they meet for a summit in Alaska.

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Suspected French spy arrested in alleged Mali coup plot

The French national is accused of working "on behalf of the French intelligence service" in Mali.

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'It's coming home' - the undignified row over the body of Zambia's ex-president

Edgar Lungu, who died in June, is yet to be buried - the debate over what next exposes deep divisions.

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Aerial footage shows aftermath of massive train derailment in Texas

Video shows mangled train cars piled on top of each other on the tracks, as emergency crews attended the scene

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Europe expresses hope after call with Trump on Putin summit

European leaders are urging Trump to keep Ukraine and Europe's interests at the forefront when he meets Putin on Friday.

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Inside Australia's billion-dollar bid to take on China's rare earth dominance

Recent moves by Beijing have got businesses worried - and Australia is looking to offer an alternative.

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US announces criminal charges against Haitian gang leader Barbecue

He heads the group Viv Ansanm, which controls much of Haiti's capital and is accused of multiple murders, kidnappings and attacks on infrastructure.

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Watch: Europe's wildfires seen from above

Aerial video shows the extent of devastation caused by wildfires in a number of European countries.

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Zelensky rules out ceding Donbas region as Russians make fresh advance

The Ukrainian leader was speaking ahead of a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday.

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China rams own warship while chasing Philippine vessel

The crash in the disputed Scarborough Shoal rendered a Chinese warship "unseaworthy", Manila said.

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Trump deploys National Guard to Washington DC and pledges crime crackdown

The president also takes control of the city's police force, as the mayor rejects his claims of a crime wave.

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Bowen: Israeli settlers intensify campaign to drive out West Bank Palestinians

In the shadow of the Gaza war, violence is rising in the occupied territories as radical settlers seize land with the backing of the government.

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Jubilant scenes but bumpy road ahead in post-Hasina Bangladesh

Bangladesh marked a year since Sheikh Hasina fled with promises of renewal, but little mention of its problems.

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Netanyahu defends Gaza plans as Israel heavily criticised at UN Security Council

Israel's Prime Minister also claimed Israeli hostages held in Gaza were "the only ones being deliberately starved".

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Watch: Palestinian and Israeli representatives address UN meeting

Riyad Mansour, Permanent Observer of Palestine to the UN, and Jonathan Miller, Deputy Permanent Representative for Israel to the UN, address a UN Security Council meeting.

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Putin gives Trump envoy award for CIA official's son killed fighting in Ukraine

Michael Gloss, 21, who was killed in Ukraine last year, was the son of Juliane Gallina, a CIA deputy director,

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Putin gives Trump envoy award for CIA official's son killed fighting in Ukraine

Michael Gloss, 21, who was killed in Ukraine last year, was the son of Juliane Gallina, a CIA deputy director,

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Teenager arrested after three shot in New York City's Times Square

An 18-year-old woman grazed by a bullet in the neck was among the injured as gunfire rang out.

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US offers $50m reward for arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro

A reward for information leading to the capture of Maduro, who the US accuses of drug trafficking, has been doubled.

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Six dead in Kenya medical small plane crash, official says

The plane lost signal just three minutes after take off according to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority.

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United Airlines passengers in US delayed after tech glitch halts flights

The company said late on Wednesday that its flights were no longer grounded, but that disruption was ongoing.

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Russian attacks on Ukraine double since Trump inauguration

Missile and drone attacks on Ukraine are now at their highest, despite Trump's promise to end the war.

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Bear chases hockey mascot during photoshoot

The Seattle Kraken mascot, who was filming a promotional video with team forward John Hayden, safely escaped the encounter.

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How a Texas showdown could reshape Congress - and Trump's presidency

A dramatic redistricting fight could spread to other states before next year's crucial midterm elections.

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Netanyahu to propose full reoccupation of Gaza, Israeli media report

The plan will involve a complete takeover of Gaza, but reportedly faces opposition from military chiefs.

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Irish missionary and child, 3, among nine kidnapped from Haiti orphanage

Gena Heraty and a three-year-old child were taken in the middle of the night in a "planned act", officials say.

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Democrats flee Texas to block Republican redistricting map backed by Trump

The redistricting would create five new Republican-leaning seats in the US House of Representatives.

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Hackers, secret cables and security fears: The explosive fight over the UK's new Chinese embassy

It will be the biggest embassy in Europe, if approved. But its opponents fear it brings with it certain risks and dangers

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Manhunt intensifies for Montana bar shooting suspect as four victims named

Police say the suspect was "a regular" at the bar where he opened fire, and that a bartender and three patrons were among the victims.

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Ukraine officials held in military drone corruption probe

The arrests come just two days after Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies had their independence restored.

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Leaders condemn videos of emaciated hostages as Red Cross calls for access

Hamas said it would allow Red Cross access if humanitarian aid corridors were opened into Gaza.

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Trump fires lead official on economic data as tariffs cause market drop

The move comes as a weaker-than-expected jobs report stoked fears about tariffs.

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Chess grandmaster Carlsen wins at Esports World Cup

World number one Magnus Carlsen takes home $250,000 (£188,000) for winning the online competition.

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Trump's global tariffs 'victory' may well come at a high price

The US president considers it a win - but if this all triggers a foundational realignment, the results may not break in his favour

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More than 30 killed in nursing home hit by Beijing floods

Local officials admit "loopholes in emergency planning" and say the incident is a painful lesson that serves as "a wake-up call".

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Russian missile hits Ukrainian training unit, killing and wounding servicemen

Ukraine's military says three people were killed as Russia posted video of what it said was the strike.

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What does recognising a Palestinian state mean?

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel meets certain conditions.

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Watch: How did Gaza get to the brink of starvation?

The BBC's diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams explains how the people of Gaza have reached a point of starvation.

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Human dignity must be protected from rise of AI, Pope says

The pontiff warns about emerging technologies during the Vatican's first Mass for social media influencers.

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Israeli rights groups accuse Israel of genocide in Gaza

Israel's government rejects the allegations in the separate reports by B'Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights-Israel.

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The Caribbean islands that give you a passport if you buy a home

Five of the region's island nations offer such citizenship by investment for as little as $200,000.

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EU and US agree trade deal, with 15% tariffs for European exports to America

US President Donald Trump and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen confirm the deal after "tough negotiations" in Scotland.

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Several reported killed in German train derailment

German media report deaths and injuries in crash near Stuttgart, south-west Germany.

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Greece battles wildfires, evacuating residents near Athens

Residents just 30km away from Athens have fled their homes, as Greece's temperatures are forecast to reach 44C on Sunday.

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Israel to open Gaza humanitarian corridors as aid drops begin

IDF says it wants to improve humanitarian response in Gaza after days of pressure and growing reports of starvation.

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Canadian wildfires prompt New York air quality alert

Authorities warn air quality is 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' in many parts of New York state on Saturday.

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Taiwan holds controversial vote targeting 'pro-China' lawmakers

The vote could alter the balance of power in Taiwan, which has seen months of political deadlock.

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220 MPs call for Starmer to recognise Palestinian state

The PM says recognition of a Palestinian state must be part of a "wider plan" to ensure peace in the region.

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Watch: Protesters pack Tel Aviv square to demand Gaza ceasefire

Demonstrators urged Isreal's leaders to end the war and bring back the hostages.

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The story behind the photograph of a starving Gaza baby

Photographer Ahmed al-Arini told BBC Newshour he had to catch his breath between each photograph.

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Five ice hockey players found not guilty in Canada sexual assault case

The verdict marks the end of the highly publicised case, in which the men were accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 2018.

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Blood, sweat and tears: Look back at the highs and lows of Hulk Hogan

The all-American hero of wrestling also had a Hollywood career and was one of Donald Trump's biggest fans.

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Watch: 'Living is how I honour them' - Families address Idaho murderer

Relatives of Bryan Kohberger's victims delivered emotional impact statements before he was sentenced to life in prison for killing four students.

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Gazans 'wasting away' as mass starvation spreads, humanitarian groups warn

A joint statement says the Israeli government's "siege" has left aid supplies "totally depleted".

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Bryan Kohberger gets four life sentences for murdering Idaho college students

The defendant declined to speak at the hearing, leaving the families of his victims with unanswered questions about his motive.

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Ten workers killed battling wildfires in Turkey

Forestry workers and rescuers were trapped by fire following a change in the wind direction.

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Ozzy Osbourne death: 'He was one of nature's good guys'

The BBC's David Sillito looks back at the life of Ozzy Osbourne, the frontman of heavy metal band Black Sabbath, who has died at the age of 76.

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Wild life of Ozzy Osbourne, rock's 'prince of darkness'

The singer helped invent both heavy metal and the image of the wild rock star, before unlikely reality TV fame.

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US court orders new trial for man convicted of killing Etan Patz

The 1979 disappearance of the six-year-old boy rattled New York City and the nation.

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Malcolm-Jamal Warner, The Cosby Show star, dies aged 54

Warner drowned on Sunday while on vacation in Costa Rica, US media reports.

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Watch: At the final checkpoint before the 'dangerous' road to Suweida city

Government forces say it is too dangerous for journalists and aid trucks to enter Suweida city.

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WW2 veteran and TikTok star 'Papa' Jake Larson dies aged 102

Tributes are being paid to the American D-Day veteran and social media star.

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Bedouins tell BBC they could return to fighting Druze in Syria

More than 1,000 people in Syria have been killed in recent clashes between Bedouin and Druze fighters.

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Ellen DeGeneres: I moved to the UK because of Trump

The TV star makes her first public appearance since moving to the UK the day after Trump's re-election.

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British woman dies after rafting incident in French Alps

The woman fell from her raft in Briancon and was later found on a riverbank in a serious condition.

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Members only: India's rich and famous ditch old-school clubs for exclusive hangouts

A new generation of wealth creators has fuelled demand for private members-only clubs in Asia's third largest economy.

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Ukraine seeks new round of talks with Russia

The offer comes amid renewed fighting and seeks to resume negotiations that were halted in early June.

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Why Prada – and other luxury brands – keep getting India wrong

A controversy involving Prada has put the spotlight on how global fashion giants engage with India.

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Trump sues Murdoch for libel over Jeffrey Epstein letter story

Trump had threatened to force Murdoch to "testify in my lawsuit against him and his 'pile of garbage' newspaper".

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El Salvador and US negotiate prisoner swap with Venezuela

Some 250 Venezuelans deported from the US to El Salvador will be exchanged for 10 Americans held in Caracas, according to officials.

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Watch: Why is Donald Trump asking Coca-Cola to change its recipe?

The US president says it's better to make the fizzy drink with cane sugar, but why might that be?

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Israel regrets deadly strike on Catholic Church in Gaza

PM Benjamin Netanyahu says Thursday's strike on the Holy Family Church in Gaza City was a "mistake".

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Citizen Kane sled saved from destruction sells for nearly $15m

It is one of at least three wooden sleds made for the filming of the classic 1941 film.

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British spies and SAS named in Afghan data breach

The personal details of spies and soldiers were included in a data leak that also named 19,000 Afghans.

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Trump's Epstein strategy could pit him against loyal supporters

In defending how his administration is handling supposed files on Jeffrey Epstein, he said "stupid" Republicans fell for a hoax.

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Fire engulfs main stage of Tomorrowland festival, two days before opening

Footage on social media shows flames ravaging the Belgian festival's main stage, just two days before it opens.

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Mike Waltz grilled over Signal leak at UN ambassador hearing

President Trump's former national security adviser was pressed on the inclusion of a journalist on a sensitive group chat discussing war plans.

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Trump claims tariff deal with Indonesia

Trump says the US will lower its tariffs threatened on goods from Indonesia to 19% from a planned 32%.

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French PM looks to scrap two public holidays in bold bid to cut national debt

MPs will vote on François Bayrou's budget plan in the autumn, in a moment of high risk for the government.

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US tariff threat leaves Russia less rattled than relieved

The US is threatening Moscow with financial consequences if a deal to end the Ukraine war is not reached within 50 days.

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Trump weapons pledge marks major step forward for Ukraine

For the first time since returning to the White House, Trump pledges to make new weapons available to Ukraine.

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Motorists rescued as new flash flood warnings hit Central Texas

The heavy rain has forced rescuers to halt search operations for victims of the deadly floods that occurred in the region just over a week ago.

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Trump threatens Russia with tariffs while unveiling new Ukraine weapons plan

Under the new plan, the US will sell weapons to Nato countries who will send them to Ukraine.

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The deepening water shortage row between the US and Mexico

The US is accusing its southern neighbour of breaking a long-held water sharing agreement.

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Two women shot dead at Kentucky church

Investigators believe the suspect, who was shot dead by police, had a connection to individuals at the church.

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RSF storms cattle market and prison in 'death trap' Sudanese city

It is the first time RSF fighters have entered el-Fasher in such numbers since a siege began in May 2024.

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When an unsung Indian helped Austrian Jews escape the Nazis

Kundanlal risked all to rescue Jewish families during Europe's darkest hour and bring them to India.

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Gaza hospital says 24 people killed near aid site as witnesses blame IDF

Witnesses say Israeli troops opened fire as people were trying to get food. The IDF says there were no known injuries.

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The mushroom killer was obsessed with true crime. Now true crime fans are obsessed with her

A jury found Erin Patterson guilty on all charges - but the frenzy of speculation has only intensified.

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The mushroom killer was obsessed with true crime. Now true crime fans are obsessed with her

A jury found Erin Patterson guilty on all charges - but the frenzy of speculation has only intensified.

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'They were just kids': Mother mourns sons killed in Israeli strike while waiting for aid

Two of Iman al-Nouri's five sons were killed outside a clinic in Deir al-Balah on Thursday, while a third was seriously wounded.

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The beauty and brutality of life in the shadow of Kashmir killings

BBC visits ground zero of the April attack in Pahalgam where locals are picking up the pieces of their broken lives.

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BBC correspondent explains the role of fuel switches

The BBC's Theo Leggett explains that the two switches were moved which caused the crash

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Trump surveys damage in Texas as search continues for 160 missing

At least 120 were killed when flash flooding devastated areas in central Texas last week.

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'We're worried about our future': Srebrenica massacre's tensions still felt 30 years on

While communities in Sarajevo mark three decades since the massacre, denial of the genocide in on the rise.

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Judge blocks Trump's birthright order after Supreme Court ruling

The White House vowed to fight the judge's ruling, which once again paused a priority for Trump.

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Why is Trump targeting Brazil - and will it backfire for Bolsonaro?

The US president's threatened new tariffs on Brazil are likely to have major political ramifications in the country.

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Semenya's right to a fair hearing violated - ECHR

Double Olympic champion Caster Semenya wins a partial victory at the European Court of Human Rights in her long legal battle over athletics' sex eligibility rules.

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South Korea's ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol rearrested

Yoon is in detention for a second time over his failed martial law declaration last year.

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Search for survivors after Houthis sink second Red Sea cargo ship in a week

At least three of the 25 people on board the Eternity C were killed after it was attacked by the Iran-backed group.

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Greece suspends asylum applications for migrants from North Africa

The temporary measures come as Crete grapples with a 350% increase in arrivals compared to last year.

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Are India's skies safe? Air safety watchdog responds amid rising concerns

India’s skies remain safe, with accident rates below global averages, air safety regulator chief tells the BBC.

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Russian minister's death serves as warning to political elite

President Putin sacked his transport minister. Hours later, his body was found in a park with a gunshot wound to the head.

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From India to Britain and back: The cartoonist who fought censors with a smile

Abu Abraham’s sharp cartoons exposed power’s excesses during India’s 1975 Emergency crackdown.

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Trump announces 25% tariffs on South Korea and Japan

But Trump says US will start collecting the tariffs on 1 August - delaying his Liberation Day tariffs again.

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Trump accuses Brazil of 'witch hunt' against Bolsonaro

The former Brazilian president is on trial for his role in an alleged attempted coup, which he denies.

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Trump accuses Brazil of 'witch hunt' against Bolsonaro

The former Brazilian president is on trial for his role in an alleged attempted coup, which he denies.

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A video game on 'gold diggers' is fuelling a sexism debate in China

So heated was the criticism that creators quietly renamed the game Emotional Anti-Fraud Simulator.

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IDF says it killed Hamas commander in cafe strike that killed dozens of civilians

After Monday's attack, family members told the BBC of their shock at the scale of civilian casualties.

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A girls' summer camp cut short by deadly disaster

Camp Mystic, where young girls were having the "time of their life" just days ago, is now the site of one of the deadliest disasters.

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BBC witnesses destruction after house ripped from foundations in Texas floods

At least 32 people have been killed, including 14 children, officials said, after flash floods hit Kerr County.

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Key suspect arrested in shooting of Colombia senator

Police say Élder Arteaga masterminded the attempt on the life of presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe in June.

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Footballers and family lay flowers at funeral of Diogo Jota and André Silva

Jota, 28, was laid to rest alongside his brother, Silva, 25, after they died in a car crash on Thursday.

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Watch: Deadly Texas flooding causes destruction

At least 24 people have died and dozens of people are missing amid the flash flooding, authorities say.

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Watch: Moment Oasis take to the stage for first gig in 16 years

The Gallagher brothers play their first concert since reuniting, in front of a packed Cardiff stadium.

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Notorious Swedish gang leader arrested in Turkey

Ismail Abdo, the leader of the Rumba crime gang, has been at the centre of a violent turf war with a rival gang in Sweden.

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Several killed as flash flooding hits central Texas

Others are missing following "catastrophic flooding" in several areas, authorities say.

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Gaza aid contractor tells BBC he saw colleagues fire on hungry Palestinians

The Israel- and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has strongly denied the allegation.

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Austria to change two streets named after Nazi supporters

The move follows a historian's report that said that keeping the names was unconstitutional.

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Death of Liverpool forward Jota leaves football world in shock

The football world is mourning the death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota, aged 28, in a car crash.

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Ancient Egyptian history may be rewritten by DNA bone test

A DNA bone test on a man who lived 4,500 years ago sheds new light on the rise of Ancient Egypt.

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Michelin-starred chef's lobster bisque and foie gras heading to space

A menu by French chef Anne-Sophie Pic will travel with astronaut Sophie Adenot to the ISS next year.

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How 'blood gold' is fuelling conflict in West Africa

Gold appears to be a lifeline for military juntas and jihadist groups in the Sahel region, analysts say.

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Will Dalai Lama reveal succession plan as he turns 90?

The exiled spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhism is due to release a video message in his birthday week.

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As Squid Game ends, South Koreans return to the reality that inspired it

The show's themes of unemployment and inequality are all too relatable for Korean viewers.

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Police identify 20-year-old suspect in Idaho firefighter ambush

20-year-old Wess Roley deliberately lit a fire to lure first responders to a mountainous area near Coeur d'Alene, the BBC's US partner CBS News reports.

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Thousands in Norway told they won up to millions in lottery error

Norsk Tipping's CEO resigned a day after thousands received incorrect notifications, some saying they had become millionaires.

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Israel orders evacuations in northern Gaza as Trump pushes for ceasefire

At least 86 people were killed as the result of Israeli attacks in the 24 hours before midday Sunday, the Hamas-run health ministry said.

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A pioneering doctor remembers India leader Indira Gandhi's final moments

Sneh Bhargava, AIIMS New Delhi's only woman director, was called upon to treat Gandhi after she was shot in 1984.

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I feel like I've been gaslit - like the life I had before the war was made up

The private thoughts and reflections of a young woman whose life has altered course.

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'Proud to be gay': K-pop star on coming out to the world

Only a handful of K-pop artists have come out as gay, but none as publicly as Bain. Is this a turning point?

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At least 81 people killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says

Hospital staff and witnesses said at least 11 people were killed after a strike near tents housing displaced people on Friday.

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GHF boss defends Gaza aid operation after hundreds of Palestinians killed near sites

The Hamas-run health ministry says more than 500 Palestinians have been killed since the GHF took over aid distribution.

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Son of Norway's crown princess suspected of rape, police say

The 28-year-old, who does not have a royal title, has denied the three rape allegations.

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Kim Kardashian 'grandpa robber' dies month after trial

Didier Dubreucq, 69 years old, was diagnosed with lung cancer while in detention.

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Israeli strike at Gaza market kills 18 Palestinians, doctor and witnesses say

Witnesses said Israeli drones fired at Hamas police members dressed in civilian clothing and wearing masks.

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Armenia's PM offers to expose himself in escalating Church row

The bitter standoff between Nikol Pashinyan and the Church has seen arrests and an alleged coup plot.

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Sholay: Bollywood epic roars back to big screen after 50 years with new ending

Fifty years on, Sholay - arguably Hindi cinema’s most iconic film - makes a spectacular return.

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'I can see it's upsetting' - Trump asks BBC Ukrainian reporter about her family

The US president asks Myroslava Petsa about her husband on the frontline after she asks him about supplying air defences to Ukraine.

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At least 16 killed as Kenya protesters battle police, rights group says

Thousands of people march across the country against President William Ruto's government.

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Watch: Lorry driver trapped in cabin after China bridge collapse

Local authorities said the driver was rescued with no injuries after heavy rainfall caused landslides in the region.

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Watch: Air defences over Qatar as Iran attacks US airbase

Video footage from eyewitnesses captures lights in the sky over Doha during Iran's missile strike

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Watch: US strikes against Iran spark protests in North America

Protesters took to the streets in New York, LA, Washington DC and Toronto after the US hit Iranian nuclear sites.

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Watch: Moment helicopter flips and crash lands in Michigan

No injuries were reported after the aircraft abruptly turned on its side while landing in Clay Township.

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Florence's Uffizi tears into selfie-takers after priceless portrait damaged

The museum says it will impose restrictions on selfie-taking in the future.

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'Paralysed and constantly caught by surprise': Voices from Iran after US strikes

People inside Iran tell BBC Persian about their fear and anger after the US bombed key nuclear sites overnight.

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Satellite images and decoy planes: Behind the US attacks on Iran

It took months of planning and included over 125 planes, a submarine and 14 "bunker buster" bombs. BBC Verify explains how the US mission "Operation Midnight Hammer" took place.

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Watch: The US has joined the Iran-Israel war. What happens now?

The BBC's world news correspondent Joe Inwood answers three key questions after the US strikes in Iran.

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Rosenberg: Russian government clearly nervous as country faces economic challenges

Russian minister Maxim Reshetnikov has warned that the country's economy was teetering "on the brink of recession".

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Minnesota shootings suspect was a 'prepper', FBI says

After shooting two local politicians, Vance Boelter texted his wife "prepare for war", say investigators.

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BTS is back - but the K-pop superstars are returning to a changed industry

While the Korean superstars served in the military, their industry has seen stalled album sales and scandals.

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Tristan Tate faces probe over alleged Romanian election interference

Tate, 36, is the younger brother of controversial influencer Andrew Tate.

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Hurricane Erick hits Mexico resort towns killing two

Video shows communities in the affected areas dealing with flood waters and a messy clean-up.

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US joining Israeli strikes would cause hell, Iranian minister tells BBC

Saeed Khatibzadeh told the BBC that this is "not America's war".

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Israel strikes unfinished Arak heavy water reactor in Iran

The Israeli military says it targeted the reactor's core seal to stop it being used for "nuclear weapons development".

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Trump ends funding for LGBTQ youth option on national suicide hotline

The Trevor Project, an organisation involved in the service, called the change "incomprehensible".

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'They sang about my family's death': Father's anger exposes divide in Israeli society

An Iranian missile killed Kasem's family in an Arab-majority town in Israel. The response shone a light on deep social issues.

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Watch: How Trump looms over G7 despite early departure

The BBC's James Landale highlights the role of the US president at the summit as the conflict in the Middle East overshadows the gathering.

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Watch: Virginia police find alligator outside motel

The reptile was found just 20 minutes south of Washington DC.

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Watch: A trade deal, a family photo and the Middle East - Trump's short G7

The US president will cut short his time at the meeting and return to DC, citing the conflict between Israel and Iran.

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'Don't let beautiful Tehran become Gaza': Iranians tell of shock and confusion

Iranians say they are caught between their country's regime and Israeli destruction as the conflict intensifies.

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Minnesota assassination survivor and husband shot 17 times

Yvette Hoffman says she was shot eight times and her husband nine. The gunman is still at large.

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The reality behind Trump's incredible investment claims

The president's impact on investment in the US is far more incremental than he has claimed.

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'Nowhere feels safe': Iranians on life under Israeli attacks

Some of those in Iran who have spoken to the BBC use one word to describe life in there right now.

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Race to mine metals for EV batteries threatens marine paradise

Photographs appear to show how nickel mining damaged one the world's most diverse marine environments

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The women at the centre of Somalia's construction boom

Mogadishu's rapid expansion after decades of war is giving unexpected opportunities in a male-dominated society.

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'It's heavy on the heart': Israelis survey damage in city hit by Iranian missile

Two people were killed and several homes destroyed when a missile hit the city of Rishon LeZion early on Saturday.

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Museum's plea after couple break crystal-covered chair

An Italian museum says the special chair has since been restored, but the culprits haven't been found.

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The sound of jet engines was deafening - then it was chaos

The BBC speaks to eyewitnesses and survivors on the ground to reveal what happened when the Air India plane crashed.

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Hiding in the fields - farm workers fearing deportation stay in California's shadows

Immigration raids on American farms are having ripple effects across the agricultural industry.

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Explosions and huge plumes of smoke in Tel Aviv as Iran retaliates

Iran launched a fresh wave of missiles towards the country on Friday night, vowing to "inflict heavy blows".

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What satellite imagery and verified video tell us about the Israeli strikes on Iran

Israel's wave of strikes against Iran, which began on Thursday night, has continued through today. BBC Verify's Merlyn Thomas has been examining footage of the attacks and the damage they've caused.

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Air India plane crash - how the day unfolded

London-bound flight carrying 242 people crashed shortly after take-off in Ahmedabad, western India.

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What could have caused Air India plane to crash in 30 seconds?

Experts told the BBC that a flap issue, engine failure or a bird strike are among the possible causes of the crash.

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French antiques fraudsters found guilty of Versailles chair scam

Bill Pallot and Bruno Desnoues are given suspended sentences for selling fake 18th Century chairs.

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Boy whose father and nine siblings were killed in Israeli strike goes to Italy for treatment

Adam al-Najjar is evacuated to Milan, where surgeons can work to save his arm which was severely damaged in the attack.

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'Playing piano and singing takes me to another world' - Brian Wilson

The late Beach Boys co-creator spoke to the BBC's David Silitto in 2011 and looked back at his career.

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Schoolchildren swept away as heavy floods and snow hit South Africa

Three children have been found alive, with search and rescue operations suspended for the night.

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At least four dead in Colombia attacks, local media reports

The attacks come as the country grapples with an escalating security crisis.

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Watch: Austria in shock after school shooting in 'safe and peaceful place'

The BBC's Bethany Bell visited the scene in Graz, after ten people were killed in a school shooting.

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China's electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper - but is there a deeper cost?

The future for EVs will inevitably involve China. But where does that leave the UK and Europe markets – and what of the questions around national security?

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Watch: Moment Israeli forces board Gaza aid boat

Onboard security footage from the Madleen aid vessel shows activists throwing their tech overboard and putting up their hands.

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'Have my house' - Usyk invites Trump to witness Ukraine war

Ukrainian heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk offers his house to US president Donald Trump to experience the war in his country.

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Israel says Hamas Gaza chief Sinwar's body identified

The Israeli military says Mohammed Sinwar's body was discovered in a tunnel at a hospital.

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BBC on the ground as National Guard set up in Los Angeles

The BBC's Regan Morris reports from outside a federal building, where there have been violent clashes in recent days.

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Israel warns it will stop aid flotilla heading for Gaza

Israel's defence minister says climate protester Greta Thunberg and others on board are "Hamas propaganda spokespeople".

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How India's 'biggest art deal' buried MF Husain masterpieces in a bank vault

The paintings are set to go up for auction for the first time on 12 June in India's financial capital, Mumbai.

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Six killed by Israeli gunfire near Gaza aid site, Hamas officials say

Dozens of Palestinians have been killed close to the controversial supply centre in Gaza.

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Trump says relationship with Musk is over

The US president says Musk has been "very disrespectful" and he has no interest in mending ties with the tech billionaire.

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On board the driverless lorries hoping to transform China's transport industry

Driverless lorries are now operating across China - but public concern about these vehicles remains.

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Will Musk's explosive row with Trump help or harm his businesses?

Experts say his tech empire needs more of Musk's attention - but also the continued custom of the government.

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How Trump and Musk are still linked - despite falling out

Political contributions, government contracts and staff with divided loyalties mean the fallout may have only just begun.

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Police search for Washington man accused of killing his 3 daughters

Travis Decker is believed to be using his outdoor survival skills to hide in a remote part of Washington state.

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Israel strikes southern Beirut on eve of religious holiday

Israel's military says it was targeting an underground drone factory of armed group Hezbollah.

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Trump's new ban dodges pitfalls faced by last attempt, experts say

It appears the US president has learned lessons from a previous effort to ban entry from several nations.

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Three journalists among five killed in Israeli strike on Gaza hospital

The Anglican Church, which runs al-Ahli hospital, condemns the attack that Israel says targeted a Palestinian Islamic Jihad operative.

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