Ethics report into Matt Gaetz expected to be released

A draft details evidence of alleged drug use and payments for sex - which the former US congressman denies.

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Watch: Abseiling Santa descends from Guatemala bridge to deliver toys

A firefighter dressed as Santa abseils down a bridge in Guatemala City to give gifts to children.

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Market attack suspect appears in court as anger grows over security

Suspect appears in court after attack on German Christmas market that killed five and injured more than 200.

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US warplane shot down in Red Sea 'friendly fire' incident

Both pilots were rescued after ejecting safely from their F/A-18 fighter aircraft.

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Boy, 8, saves classmate with Heimlich manoeuvre

Thomas Conley was sitting next to Isaiah Rodriguez at lunch when he noticed something was wrong.

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Inside the abandoned homes of Assad's ruthless enforcers

The men who ruled Syria with an iron fist have fled - and some fear they may evade justice.

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Jogging memories: Why some Nigerians in London set up their own running club

Young Igbos in the UK meet up weekly to reconnect with their roots.

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Child dies in stabbing at Croatian primary school

The alleged attacker has been arrested, police say.

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Eight migrants drown after boat tries to evade Greek ship

So far 18 people have been rescued from the sea with many of the survivors suffering from injuries after the incident.

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Watch: Crowds boo President Macron in Mayotte

The French president spoke to residents on Mayotte while touring the devastation caused by Cyclone Chido.

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Watch: BBC sees 'complete devastation' in Mayotte

BBC Africa Correspondent Mayeni Jones reports from cyclone-hit Mayotte, as French President Emmanuel Macron visits to assess the damage.

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Children killed in crush at Nigerian funfair

The widely advertised event saw large numbers of children show up, leading to a deadly crush.

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Five jailed for covering up murder of rapper Canserbero

The Venezuelan rapper was stabbed by his manager in 2015, who made it look like a suicide.

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Nasa astronauts Butch and Suni's homecoming delayed again

Nasa says that the astronauts stuck on the space station will have to wait even longer to get home.

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Missing India woman found in Pakistan returns home after 22 years

Hamida Banu was promised a job in Dubai, but says the recruitment agent instead took her to Pakistan.

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What verified videos tell us about Igor Kirillov's death

Footage from the scene shows a blast targeting the Russian general as he left a Moscow apartment block.

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Anti-whaling activist Paul Watson released from jail in Greenland

Danish authorities reject a Japanese bid to extradite the campaigner because of his time spent in detention.

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Married couple among 11 Indians killed in Georgia gas poisoning

A man celebrating his birthday and a married couple are among the dead, relatives tell the BBC.

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Gaza ceasefire talks in final stage, Palestinian negotiator tells BBC

The official outlines a phased plan which would see hostages freed in step with Israeli pullouts.

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Watch: Cyclone Chido batters Mayotte leaving heavy damage

Video footage shows the devastation wrought by the strongest storm in decades to strike the French territory.

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Watch: BBC sees 'anger and frustration' on streets of Tbilisi

Large crowds of protesters gather outside the Georgian parliament to object to the appointment of a new president.

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South Korea has voted to impeach President Yoon - now what?

The BBC's Jean Mackenzie explains what happens next following the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol.

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West African bloc approves historic exit of military-run states

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger will leave the Ecowas group in January but have six months to return.

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Skulls and body bags: Searching for Syria's disappeared

The BBC's Lucy Williamson finds family members exhuming human remains in a desperate search for their lost relatives.

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South Korean MPs impeach president over martial law attempt

Thousands of protesters hailed the move as a victory for democracy but Yoon has vowed to fight on.

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Skulls and body bags: Searching for Syria's disappeared

BBC's Lucy Williamson finds family members exhuming human remains in a desperate search for their lost relatives.

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South Korea parliament votes to impeach president

Thousands of protesters celebrated the vote on the streets of Seoul, with singing and fireworks.

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Trump vows to end 'very costly' daylight saving time

Some have long called for the practice of changing the clock twice a year to end.

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Macron names centrist Bayrou as French PM in bid to end political instability

François Bayrou will be the fourth prime minister this year, after Michel Barnier was ousted last week.

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François Bayrou commands respect - but can he save France from crisis?

It is hard to see how he can avoid the same man-traps that felled his predecessor, writes Hugh Schofield.

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Net closing in on South Korea's president as MPs get death threats over impeachment vote

Yoon Suk Yeol - whose attempt to impose martial law backfired - faces another vote in parliament this weekend.

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'Thankless job' - why trainee Kenyan doctors are taking their own lives

A doctors' union says long hours for little or no pay is leaving trainee medics with poor mental health.

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S Korea's President Yoon vows to 'fight to the end'

President Yoon Suk Yeol said that he declared martial law to protect the country's democracy.

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Star luxury property brokers charged with sex trafficking in US

The Alexander brothers are accused of drugging, assaulting and raping dozens of women over more than a decade.

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Israel confirms attack on Syrian naval fleet

The BBC has verified videos showing blasts in the Syrian port of Latakia, as Israel conducts strikes across Syria.

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Luigi Mangione fights extradition to face charge of murdering CEO

The 26-year-old was arrested in Pennsylvania, and prosecutors are seeking to bring him to trial in New York.

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What just happened in Syria and who's in charge?

Syria's PM says his former cabinet is working with the rebels who toppled President Assad.

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Syria rescuers end search for secret cells in notorious prison

The White Helmets say it did not find any "unopened or hidden areas" after it was captured by rebels.

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Melbourne synagogue fire 'likely' terror act, police say

Three suspects are being sought over the fire, which injured one person and caused extensive damage.

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Soto set to sign reported £600m deal - biggest in history of sport

Baseball star Juan Soto is to reportedly sign the biggest contract in the sport's history after agreeing a $765m (£600m) deal over 15 years with the New York Mets.

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Watch: BBC reports from inside Damascus

The BBC's Barbara Plett-Usher says everyone in the Syrian capital is "waiting to see what will happen next".

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Five dead, more feared missing after The Hague flat explosions

Police say a car drove away "at very high speed" shortly after the explosions.

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Watch: BBC reports from inside Damascus

The BBC's Barbara Plett-Usher says everyone in the Syrian capital is "waiting to see what will happen next".

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Dominican Republic records largest-ever cocaine seizure

Authorities say the shipment, hidden in bananas, was destined for Europe.

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New president awaits Ghana as election day arrives

The West African nation is guaranteed a new leader as Nana Akufo-Addo steps down after serving two terms.

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Syrian rebels capture second major city after military withdraws

Hama is south of Aleppo, which the rebels seized last week after launching a lightning offensive.

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Romania hit by major election influence campaign and Russian cyber-attacks

Romania's intelligence service reveals details of what it says is an attempt from abroad to meddle in the country's presidential election.

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Moment Bahamas MP throws ceremonial mace out parliament window

Throwing a mace out a window has historic significance in the country and previously happened in 1965.

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How two hours of martial law unfolded in South Korea

MPs begin impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk Yeol after thwarting his bid to impose martial law.

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Filipino vessel 'sideswiped' by China Coast Guard

The incident happened near the disputed Scarborough Shoal and Beijing said it acted "in accordance with the law".

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Watch: How Jaguar's shifted gears with its concept car

The company has been at the centre of a media storm as a result of its radical revamp.

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‘Italian’ purees in UK supermarkets likely to contain Chinese forced-labour tomatoes

Some products described as “Italian” appear to contain Chinese tomatoes, BBC investigation suggests.

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Three dead and dozens sick after eating sea turtle stew

At least 32 people in the Philippines were admitted to hospital after consuming the endangered species.

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Statue of Syrian president's brother is torn down in Aleppo

The footage, which has muted sound, was filmed by Turkish journalist Ibrahim Bozan on 30 November 2024.

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Counting resumes in Irish general election

After securing re-election, Irish party leaders face the challenge of trying to form the next government.

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Actress Cate Blanchett: 'I'm deeply concerned about AI'

"I'm worried about us as a species", she tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg.

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Counting gets under way in Irish election

An exit poll shows a three-way race between the largest parties Sinn Féin, Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil.

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Major Canadian news outlets sue OpenAI

The suit, a first for Canada, alleges OpenAI's chatbot was illegally scraping news articles, which the firm denies.

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Power cut hits Zimbabwe's parliament after budget speech

Zimbabwe's parliament was plunged into darkness after the finance minister's budget speech.

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Chad cuts military agreement with France

The Central African nation cites "sovereignty" as it ends a years-long deal with its former colonial ruler.

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Lyse Doucet: Nowhere else on Earth are so many children on the run

The BBC's Lyse Doucet writes about the horrific effects of the 19-month civil war in Sudan.

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Why Russia's Africa propaganda warrior was sent home

A shadowy operative appears to overstep his mark in the battle for Russian influence in Africa.

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Russian deserter reveals war secrets of guarding nuclear base

A combat alert was in place on the day Russia invaded Ukraine, he tells the BBC.

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Prosecutors demand 20-year jail sentence for husband in mass rape trial

Dominique Pelicot, 72, is facing the maximum sentence for rape in a case that has horrified France.

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Angela Merkel defends ties with Russia and blocking Ukraine from Nato

The former German chancellor, who quit politics three years ago, speaks to the BBC in a rare interview.

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Three ways the Menendez brothers could be freed

Ever since two young men were jailed for killing their wealthy parents in 1989, the case has gripped the US.

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Hezbollah fires rocket barrages into Israel after deadly Beirut strikes

It is one of the heaviest bombardments of Israel since fighting intensified in Lebanon in September.

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Mystery drones seen over three US air bases in UK

The United States Air Force says it is unclear if the "small unmanned aerial systems" were hostile.

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Dozens killed in Pakistan sectarian violence

More than 80 die in a tribal area of Pakistan riven by tensions between Shia and Sunni communities.

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Beirut strike 'so powerful it was felt across the city'

An eight-storey building in Lebanon's capital was destroyed when it was struck without warning, the BBC's Hugo Bachega says.

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Kate Nash says OnlyFans will earn more than tour

The singer is selling photos of her bottom on the platform because "touring makes losses not profits".

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France alarmed by disappearance of writer in Algeria

President Macron joins calls for information about Franco-Algerian novelist Boualem Sansal, missing in Algiers.

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Satellite images show Russia giving N Korea oil, breaking sanctions

Satellite image analysis shows several North Korean tankers visiting Russia dozens of times since March.

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Moment world's tallest woman and shortest woman meet

The pair shared afternoon tea in London in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2024.

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Milhouse voice actress retires from The Simpsons

Pamela Hayden also voiced Ned Flanders' sons Rod and Todd and school bully Jimbo Jones.

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Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work?

The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s - but the proposal is divisive.

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Virtually no aid has reached besieged north Gaza in 40 days, UN says

The UN says bakeries and kitchens have shut down due to limited supplies in the region.

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Zelensky says Ukraine will lose war if US cuts funding

US President-elect Donald Trump has campaigned on a promise to end America's involvement in wars.

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MSF halts work in Haitian capital over attacks

The charity acts after an attack on its staff in the capital and the alleged killing of two patients by police.

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Trump picks ex-congressman and Fox host as transport secretary

Sean Duffy, one of Trump's most vocal defenders on cable news, will need to be confirmed by the Senate.

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Russia vows 'tangible' response if US missiles used against its territory

US approval for Ukraine to strike inside Russia is a key move in the war as it reaches its 1,000th day.

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Top Republican says Trump nominees are ‘disruptors’

As some appointments spark controversy, House Speaker Mike Johnson says choices have been made to "shake up the status quo".

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Russia's opposition takes to the streets of Berlin

The march was led by Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died in February.

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Musk rebuked after siding with Meloni on Italy's foreign migrant centres

There is increasing tension between Italy's ruling coalition and the judiciary over migrant centres.

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Trump, Musk and new cabinet nominees celebrate at UFC

The President-elect was joined by Robert F Kennedy Jr, Tulsi Gabbard and Vivek Ramaswamy.

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Volcanoes once erupted on the far side of the moon

Volcanic rock, dating back billions of years, has been detected in the first samples collected from the mysterious "dark side".

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United by loyalty, Trump's new team have competing agendas

This week has revealed much about Trump's ambition but also hinted at tests and headaches that may lie ahead.

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UN climate talks 'no longer fit for purpose' say key experts

Call for change comes after host country Azerbaijan's president calls oil and gas a "gift of God".

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S Africa's Mia le Roux pulls out of Miss Universe pageant

The 28-year-old made history as the country's first deaf representative at the beauty contest.

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Trump meets Argentina's Milei ahead of conservative summit

Argentina's president is the first foreign leader to meet Trump since his election victory on 5 November.

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Why is Kamala Harris still asking for campaign donations?

A week after losing the election, Kamala Harris's team are still appealing for funds.

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Man suspected of supplying boats for people smuggling arrested

A Turkish man, 44, was detained at Schipol Airport in Amsterdam on Wednesday.

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Moment MP leads haka to disrupt New Zealand parliament

Māori MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke led the haka and ripped up a copy of a contentious bill being voted on.

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Trump names Fox News host Pete Hegseth as defence secretary pick

Hegseth, who is also a former soldier without political experience, will lead the world's most powerful military.

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When horror hits China, the first instinct is shut it down

Chinese society is reeling from a series of deadly attacks. The reaction from authorities is often suppression.

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'Man of his word': Jan 6 rioters expect Trump will keep pardon promise

Several Capitol riot defendants have asked for hearings to be delayed in anticipation of pardons.

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New Zealand PM says sorry for 'horrific' care home abuse

The apology comes after a report found 200,000 children and vulnerable adults were abused for decades.

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World's longest detained journalist wins rights prize

Dawit Isaak has been held without trial in an Eritrean prison for 23 years.

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Moscow targeted as Ukraine and Russia trade huge drone attacks

Both countries say they shot down dozens of drones over their respective territories.

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Emergency official ordered storm crews not to help Trump voters

The director of the emergency agency says a supervisor has been fired for "reprehensible" actions.

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In Russia's shadow: The Baltics wait for Europe's strategic new railway

Building the link to western Europe has become more urgent as the Baltics see Russia as a threat.

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Music stars sing praises of team sweeping Ghana clean

Known as Buz Stop Boys, the group's leader says they want "a cleaner, healthier, and prouder Ghana".

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Beyoncé passes Jay-Z in all-time Grammy nominations

The pop star was previously tied with her husband for the most nominations ever on 88 each.

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Melania Trump, enigmatic first lady who might do it differently this time

Described by some as an "enigma", Mrs Trump is expected to return to her White House duties "on her own terms".

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What's at stake in the Irish general election?

After growing speculation, the Irish prime minister has called a general election.

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Watch: Moment road worker dodges high-speed truck crash

Footage shows a truck crash and almost hit a highway worker on the side of an Interstate in New York.

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Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki spews giant column of ash

New volcanic eruptions have spread fresh panic among residents on the island of Flores.

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Watch: How election night unfolded

Catch up on the key moments from election night.

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Quincy Jones: From 'street rat' to music mastermind

He was in a gang as a child but became Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra's favourite collaborator.

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At least 10 dead after volcano erupts in Indonesia

Officials say several villages have been evacuated after the eruption on Sunday.

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Spanish flood rescuers focus search on underground car parks

Teams are searching sites including a shopping centre car park for missing people.

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Quincy Jones on gangsters, David Bowie and Picasso

In an interview with BBC Newsnight in 2016, the legendary musician spoke about growing up in Chicago and his friendship with celebrities.

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Angry crowds confront Spanish king in flood-hit Valencia

Angry crowds shouted "murderer" at Felipe VI, who was also asked why nothing had been done to avoid the tragedy.

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Israel says Hezbollah operative captured in naval raid

The office of Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati said the country would submit a complaint to the UN Security Council.

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From courtroom to candidate: What Harris's years as a prosecutor tell us about her

She dealt with grisly murder cases and then became the state attorney general - the Democratic candidate's California career offers clues about how she might govern.

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World's largest crocodile in captivity dies

The huge saltwater crocodile Cassius was nearly 5.5m (18ft) long and lived in Australia.

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Andy Warhol artworks stolen in Dutch gallery heist

Two works in the Reigning Queens series were taken, according to the gallery's owner.

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Trapped in cars and garages: Why Valencia floods proved so deadly

Various factors, including drivers becoming trapped in their cars, poor planning by officials and extreme rainfall being exacerbated by climate change are all likely to have contributed.

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Instagram-famous squirrel seized by US authorities

Environmental authorities said they were responding to complaints of "potentially unsafe housing of wildlife".

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Valencia floods: 'There is just mud everywhere'

The BBC's Nicky Schiller says the La Torre area of the city has been completely devastated.

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Trail of destruction after Spanish floods

At least 95 people were killed following flash floods in southern Spain

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Ohtani-mania sweeps LA as Dodgers go on to win World Series

Ohtani fandom has boosted tourism in Los Angeles and more Japanese-language tours of Dodgers Stadium

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Valencia floods aftermath 'like a disaster movie'

The BBC's Nicky Schiller reports from the scene of Spanish flooding where cars are piled up.

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Biden tries to clarify 'garbage' comment after fresh US election row

The president is accused of denigrating Trump supporters - but says he was only attacking one comedian's remarks.

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Watch: Moment US ballot box found in middle of road

A sealed bin and bag of ballots fell out of an election worker's truck and were later found by a passing car.

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How this US election could change state of the world

Our chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet hears from leading experts about what's at stake ahead of the vote

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Hezbollah announces Naim Qassem as new leader

Hezbollah's leader Hassan Nasrallah and heir apparent Hashem Safieddine were killed in recent weeks.

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TikTok founder becomes China's richest man

Zhang Yiming's fortune has leapt to almost $50bn, according to a newly published rich list.

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Backlash after comedian calls Puerto Rico 'island of garbage' on stage at Trump rally

Republicans join Democrats to condemn Tony Hinchliffe for his comments at the New York event.

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Gerard Depardieu asks for delay to sex assault trial

Two women have accused the actor of sexual assault on the set of 2021 film Les Volets Verts.

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Evo Morales says his car was shot at in assassination attempt

His party said it held President Luis Arce's government responsible. Arce condemned violence in politics and pledged an investigation.

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Bowen: Iran faces hard choices between risks of escalation or looking weak

International editor Jeremy Bowen examines what Iran's response might be to Israel's latest attack.

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Moment singer swears on live TV during US anthem

Loomis has apologised for the incident, calling it a "mishap" in an Instagram video.

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Papal summit ends with call for leadership roles for women

The synod was the end of a four-year consultation aimed at gauging the views of Catholics.

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Bowen: Iran faces hard choices between risks of escalation or looking weak

International editor Jeremy Bowen examines what Iran's response might be to Israel's latest attack.

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Israeli strikes on Iran kill four soldiers, Iran says

The IDF says it struck military sites in "precise and targeted" strikes early on Saturday.

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Gaza war's 'darkest moment' unfolding in north, UN says

Volker Türk has called on world leaders to act, saying states had a duty to ensure respect for international humanitarian law.

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Strikes on Tehran another big escalation - Jeremy Bowen

Israel has launched air strikes on Iran, with blasts heard in the capital Tehran.

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Venezuela vents its anger at Brazil's Brics snub

Venezuela criticises Brazil's decision to veto its admission to the Brics group of emerging economies.

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Ketchup in space: 'You gotta squirt it out'

Nasa's Matthew Dominick demonstrates how astronauts eat ketchup aboard the International Space Station.

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Springsteen: I rarely see my bandmates - we've seen each other enough

The rock star on touring, his wife's cancer diagnosis and why he'll play "until the wheels come off".

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Lebanon: Satellite imagery reveals intensity of Israeli bombing

Israel damaged more buildings in two weeks than in a year of fighting with Hezbollah, data shows.

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India evacuating more than a million people as Cyclone Dana nears

Schools in coastal Odisha and West Bengal have been shut and trains and flights have been cancelled.

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IDF soldiers should refuse orders that may be war crimes, Israeli ex-security adviser tells BBC

A former senior security official tells Fergal Keane that Israel might be committing war crimes in northern Gaza.

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Dust tornado and lightning captured on camera in UAE

Drivers near the city of Sharjah stopped their cars to watch the spiralling spectacle.

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Moscow had high hopes for Trump in 2016. It's more cautious this time

The race for the White House presents Vladimir Putin with a dilemma, writes the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.

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South Africans shocked by Siya and Rachel Kolisi’s divorce

National rugby captain Siya Kolisi and his wife Rachel were one of South Africa's most loved couples.

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Australian teen: Oh my God, I just talked to the Queen

An Australian says "you can't get any better than that" after meeting King Charles and Queen Camilla in Sydney.

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Israel arrests second group of alleged Iran spies

The arrest of seven East Jerusalemites follows that of seven Israeli Jews allegedly acting for Iran.

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Woman reaching for phone gets stuck upside down in boulders

The woman spent seven hours upside down between the boulders, with only her feet visible to rescuers.

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Alexei Navalny's widow wants Putin 'to be in prison'

Vladimir Putin should live in prison in the same conditions as Alexei Navalny, says his widow.

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Liam Payne fans hold vigils around the world

Thousands of the One Direction star's followers have gathered globally in memory of the singer who died last week.

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Moldovans vote in pivotal election and EU referendum

Sunday's vote sees Moldovans facing a choice between pushing on with EU membership or keeping close ties to Russia.

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At least 87 killed in strike on northern Gaza, officials say, as UN warns 'nowhere is safe'

Israel says it is checking reports of casualties but added earlier - lower - figures from Hamas were "exaggerated".

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Mozambique opposition lawyer shot dead

Lawyer Elvino Dias and opposition party official Paulo Guambe were gunned down in broad daylight.

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Beirut rocked by fresh Israeli air strikes

At least 12 strikes were reported Saturday in Beirut in the heaviest attack Lebanon's capital saw in more than a week.

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Who will lead Hamas after killing of Yahya Sinwar?

Hamas officials told the BBC Khalil al-Hayya, Sinwar's deputy, is considered a strong candidate.

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British national and several Turkish citizens abducted in Kenya

Necdet Seyitoğlu, 49, said he and others were abducted in the capital city of Nairobi.

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The ever-shifting alliances that fuelled Kenya's impeachment drama

The unprecedented impeachment of his deputy leaves President Ruto holding all the cards - for now.

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Venezuela arrests five foreigners over alleged anti-government plot

Three Americans were arrested, with Venezuela accusing them of working with US spy agencies.

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N Korea to send troops to fight with Russia: Seoul

The first 1,500 troops have been sent to Russia, South Korea's spy agency has said.

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IDF drone footage 'shows Sinwar in final moments'

Drone footage released by the Israeli military on Thursday is said to show Sinwar in the moments before he was killed.

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Australia PM faces backlash over new A$4.3m beach pad

The purchase comes months out from an election in which the cost of living and housing are key issues.

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US Secret Service has 'deep flaws' and must overhaul leadership, report says

An independent panel reviewing the shooting at Donald Trump's rally calls for the agency to overhaul its leadership.

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France to cut prices in Martinique over cost of living unrest

However, the deal to cut food prices has been rejected by the group behind weeks of protests.

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Hoax bomb threats spark panic for Indian airlines

At least 10 Indian flights got hoax bomb threats over the past 48 hours, causing long delays and diversions.

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Man arrested after dog abandoned during Hurricane Milton

Giovanny Aldama Garcia could face prison time after the animal was found up to its chest in water.

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Witnesses to Israeli strike on Gaza hospital compound saw 'so many people burning'

The strike killed at least four people and injured dozens, mostly women and children, the Hamas-run health ministry said.

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K-pop star gives tearful testimony on harassment

The popular member of the chart-topping band spoke to South Korean lawmakers about her experiences

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Prague to ban organised night-time pub crawls

Travel agency-organised pub crawls will be banned in the Czech capital at night, the council says.

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What's behind China-Taiwan tensions?

China sees Taiwan as a breakaway province, but the self-ruled island sees itself as distinct.

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China holds new drills to 'punish' Taiwan president's remarks

Beijing says the exercise involves all parts of the military and simulates a full-scale attack on its neighbour.

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Mysterious 'blobs' are washing up on Newfoundland shore

The Canadian government is looking into the dough-like substance that is appearing on beaches in the province.

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What Israel's latest attacks tell us about Netanyahu's next move

A change in the political mood and a US election campaign means Israel senses change in the region.

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Trump electric vehicle attacks hit home for Michigan voters

Trump’s EV criticism is part of his broader economic message as he tries to appeal to voters in the key swing state.

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Teenager among four dead in latest Russian attack on Odesa

A two-storey building was hit in the fourth such attack on the Black Sea coastal region in five days.

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Drone footage shows Hurricane Milton damage in Florida

Video captured across the state shows the scale of destruction to homes and structures.

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The two forces at work on Biden-Netanyahu phone call

The US fears getting dragged into a war with Iran, while some Israelis want to deal it a body blow, Jeremy Bowen writes.

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YouTuber Yung Filly charged with raping woman in Australia

The 29-year-old is best known for being part of the YouTube collective Beta Squad.

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Eurovision failed to support us amid rows, winner says

Swiss singer Nemo says tensions over Israel's participation overshadowed the song contest in May.

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Brazil lifts ban on Musk's X after it pays $5m fine

The country's Supreme Court made the order after the platform also blocked certain accounts.

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Google DeepMind co-founder shares Nobel Chemistry Prize

The announcement was made by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Sweden.

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Kenyan MPs to vote on deputy president's impeachment

Rigathi Gachagua, 59, denies accusations of corruption and practising ethnically divisive politics.

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'Godfather of AI' shares Nobel Physics Prize

Two scientists share the Nobel Prize for Physics for their work on machine learning.

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Save the Children offices raided in Guatemala

The charity said it was aware of activity at its Guatemalan offices, and deny any wrongdoing.

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Mexican mayor murdered days after starting job

Alejandro Arcos is the second politician to be killed in a week in the city of Chilpachingo.

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Russian opposition activist killed fighting for Ukraine

Ildar Dadin was killed when his battalion came under Russian artillery fire in north-eastern Ukraine.

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Maldives to seek bailout from India despite strained ties

Mohamed Muizzu is expected to seek a bailout worth hundreds of millions of dollars during his India visit.

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Biden: 'I don't know' if Netanyahu is trying to sway US election

Some Democrats accuse Israel's PM of holding off on agreeing a Gaza ceasefire deal for political reasons.

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Dolly Parton announces $1m donation to Hurricane Helene recovery

The singer says she was "heartbroken" by the destruction wrought in the US by the powerful storm.

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Floods and landslides leave 16 dead in Bosnia

Towns and villages are cut off and homes almost submerged by flash floods in central Bosnia-Herzegovina.

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Children among 70 killed in Haiti gang 'massacre'

Members of one of the country's armed groups, the Gran Grif gang, raided a small town forcing residents to run for their lives.

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WHO approves first mpox test for quick diagnosis

Lack of testing and delays in getting the results have made curbing the virus's spread harder.

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Watch: Elephants escape floodwaters in Thailand

The elephants were evacuated from flash flooding at a sanctuary near Chiang Mai, Thailand.

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BBC crew run for cover after gunfire heard across Lebanon-Israel border

They were filming on the Israeli side of the border, close to where clashes had been reported.

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'I just broke down' - Hurricane Helene takes emotional toll on survivors

Entire communities in North Carolina are coming to terms with devastating losses after a historic, deadly storm.

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India's top court saves a poor student's college dream

Atul Kumar missed the deadline to pay his college fee by a few seconds - then a court stepped in to help him.

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Mexico's first female president vows 'it's time for women'

At her inauguration, the first female president of Mexico promises to focus on improving health and education.

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Chinese woman held in Germany for spying on arms firm

A Chinese woman has been arrested on suspicion of passing on information about Leipzig/Halle airport.

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Huge fireball seen as Israel strikes Yemen port

Footage appears to show Israeli strike on the Yemeni port of Hudaydah.

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Porridge recalled after three children die in South Africa

The company that makes the porridge says it is investigating whether its product is linked to the deaths.

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Largest haka breaks world record in New Zealand

Thousands took part in a Maori haka dance famously performed by the All Blacks before rugby matches.

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Far right in Austria projected to win election race

Austria's Freedom Party heads for an unprecedented poll victory under Herbert Kickl, projections say.

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Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan says 'it's good to be back' after award win

The Bollywood superstar returned to movies in 2023 after a hiatus lasting four years.

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What is Hezbollah and why is Israel attacking Lebanon?

Escalating cross-border hostilities have heightened fears of an all-out conflict.

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'A very dangerous and delicate moment for Lebanon'

BBC Middle East Correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from Beirut as the IDF says it has killed the Hezbollah leader.

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Republican governor candidate treated for burns after 'campaign incident'

Mark Robinson's campaign is mired in scandal after reports he had posted racist comments online.

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Dame Maggie Smith obituary: A piercing presence on stage and screen

One of Britain's best loved performers who was as much at home with comedy as with drama.

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Argentina records sharp rise in poverty

More than half of people in Argentina are now living in poverty, latest figures indicate.

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Myanmar rebels reject embattled junta's peace offer

The offer comes after battlefield losses and defections in the three-year-long civil war.

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Raging waters and rescues as Hurricane Helene hits Florida

The category four storm hammered Florida's coast, bringing heavy rains and strong winds.

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Iran faces dilemma of restraint or revenge for attacks on ally Hezbollah

Iran has sought to strike an unusually conciliatory tone in the face of attacks on its ally Hezbollah.

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Escalating Trump row looms over Zelensky's US visit

Republicans accused Zelensky of election interference, after he visited an arms factory with top Democrats.

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Storm Helene strengthens as it heads to Mexico and Florida

The tropical storm is forecast to strengthen into a category-three hurricane by Thursday.

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Will the US presidential election define the future of crypto?

Crypto currency firms are waiting to see how November's vote will impact upon them.

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Russia in satellite deal with West African military governments

They are for TV and radio, border security and responding to natural disasters, a minister says.

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Canadian alleges 'psychological torture' in Chinese jail

Michael Kovrig, whose arrest kicked off a diplomatic spat, says he was held in solitary confinement for months.

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Boss of Titan sub firm said: 'No-one is dying under my watch'

A transcript reveals the OceanGate chief in a heated exchange, years before he and four others died when the submersible imploded.

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Street battles in Bolivia as Evo Morales leads march to capital

Supporters of Evo Morales have clashed with followers of his rival ahead of 2025 election

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Cathay bans couple who started row over reclining seat

A Chinese woman said she was harassed by the couple seated behind her on a flight after reclining her seat.

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German far right eyes win in Scholz's state

The German chancellor's hopes of a second term could be in doubt as polls open in Brandenburg.

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Kenya to send 600 more police officers to Haiti

This will bring the Kenyan contingent helping Haitian police fight gangs up to 1,000.

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At least 51 dead in Iran coal mine explosion

At least 51 people are reported to have been killed after a gas leak sparked a blast in eastern Iran.

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NY police officer pulls man from 20-storey window ledge

The man in distress was barely holding on when emergency services arrived, according to police.

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Migrants say Germany's 'welcome culture' has soured as far-right parties rise

Migrants who arrived since 2015 say they feel unwelcome in Germany, where the far-right Alternative for Germany is gaining support.

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Paratroopers mark 80 years since Operation Market Garden

A commemorative parachute jump is to be held in the Netherlands to remember the 'bridge too far'.

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Pilot hostage freed by Papua rebels 'very happy' to go home

He was kidnapped by separatists in Indonesia's West Papua region and spent more than 19 months in captivity.

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Israel investigates after its soldiers filmed throwing bodies off roof

The IDF says the incident does not "conform" to its values, while Palestinian officials say it is a "crime".

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India rejects report on transfer of ammunitions to Ukraine as 'speculative'

A Reuters report claims that Indian-made artillery shells were diverted to Ukraine by some European countries.

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Businessman extradited from UK to South Africa on fraud charges

Michael Lomas is accused of manipulating massive contracts for work on a power station in South Africa.

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US goes big with first interest rate cut in four years

The Federal Reserve has cut its key lending rate by 0.5 percentage points - a larger cut than expected.

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Nintendo sues 'Pokémon with guns' video game firm

The Japanese company alleges that the Palworld video game "infringes multiple patent rights".

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How the Hezbollah exploding pagers attack unfolded

Twelve people, including a child, have been killed after pagers exploded, Lebanon's health minister says.

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India opposition leader resigns as Delhi's chief minister

Arvind Kejriwal has resigned from his post days after getting bail in a corruption case.

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Trump says he was bundled into golf cart after shots rang out

The ex-president details the moment Secret Service agents opened fire on a man suspected of plotting an attack.

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Disaster averted in Red Sea as burning tanker saved

The Greek-owned Sounion, carrying one million barrels of crude, was attacked by Yemen's Houthis.

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Watch: Baby Reindeer steals spotlight at Emmy Awards

The hugely popular but also controversial British TV hit, wins four major awards.

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Death toll rises in flood-hit central Europe

Several people have died across the Czech Republic, Austria, Romania and Poland following devastating floods.

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After a decade, Kashmir to vote in historic elections

This is the first assembly election since PM Modi's government revoked Kashmir's special status in 2019.

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Trump loses Electric Avenue song legal fight

The former president used the famous song in a 2020 campaign video.

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'Splashdown confirmed' - SpaceX crew arrives back on Earth

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn crew returns to Earth after five days in orbit, following an historic mission.

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Floods devastate parts of Romania and Czech Republic

Flash flooding brought by storm damaged thousands of homes and buildings across parts of Europe.

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Funeral held for US-Turkish activist killed in West Bank

Israel says it is “highly likely” the 26-year-old activist was killed by its forces last week.

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Cher drops bid for conservatorship over her son

The son's lawyers say the outcome allows them "to focus on healing and rebuilding their family bond".

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Russia and Ukraine announce swap of 206 prisoners

The Russian servicemen released include those captured during Ukraine's recent attack in Kursk.

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UK accounting giant PwC faces six-month China ban

The firm is being penalised for its role in the failure of property giant Evergrande.

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Central Europe braced for worst flooding in years

Sandbags are being prepared in Austria, Czech reservoirs emptied, and flash floods expected in Poland.

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Watch: US freight train crashes into military vehicle

Dash cam footage shows the moment a freight train crashes into a Howitzer in South Carolina.

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Moment Biden puts on red Trump 2024 hat

The President wore the red 'Trump 2024' cap as a gesture of "bipartisan unity", the White House said.

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Russia squares up to Ukraine on battle for control of chess

A vote at Fide general assembly in Hungary could fully reinstate Russia in international competition.

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Passengers stranded at main Kenya airport as staff protest

A protest against plans to lease JKIA - Kenya's main airport - to an Indian company sparks disruption.

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Rebecca Cheptegei: ‘An inspiration to girls in her community'

Rebecca Cheptegei's community have come together to mourn her after her ex-partner set her alight.

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Firefighter 'who wanted to be hero' arrested over deadly Chile blaze

The fire was Chile's deadliest, killing a total of 137 people and leaving many more homeless.

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Pope's mass in Timor-Leste draws 600,000 worshippers

Homes were recently demolished and families displaced in the area where the congregation is being held.

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Crowded market shelled in Sudan killing more than 20

Dozens were wounded in the attack which a doctors' union is blaming on the paramilitary RSF.

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Tanzania leader condemns killing of opposition figure doused in acid

President Samia Soluhu Hassan says she won't tolerate such "brutal acts".

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Typhoon Yagi collapses busy bridge in Vietnam

Yagi, Asia's most powerful storm this year, has killed at least 59 people since it made landfall in Vietnam.

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Kendrick Lamar to headline Super Bowl half-time show

The Grammy-award winning musician said he wants to remind the world why rap music is the "most impactful genre to date".

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Georgia shooting suspect's mother warned school of 'emergency', US media reports

The 14-year-old suspect is accused of shooting and killing four people at Apalachee High School.

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Sudan rejects UN call for peace force to protect civilians

The UN says that "harrowing" human rights violations have been committed during the civil war.

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Girls boarding school engulfed by fire in Kenya

Three children are injured days after 21 children died in a fire at another Kenyan school.

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More than 100 protests held across France against new PM

Left-wing parties called for protests after Michel Barnier was appointed as prime minister on Thursday.

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Woodhall claims Paralympic gold month after wife's Olympic triumph

American Hunter Woodhall storms to victory in the T62 400m at the Paralympics in Paris, a month after his wife Tara Davis-Woodhall won Olympic long jump gold.

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UK to send hundreds more missiles to Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked for more aid to "drive Russian forces off our land".

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Boy, 14, faces court over Georgia school shooting

The pupil has been charged with four counts of first degree murder and will be tried as an adult.

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Israeli forces pull out of Jenin after major operation

More than 20 Palestinians, including civilians, were killed in over a week of battles with militants.

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Uncertainty for families as China ends foreign adoptions

Beijing has given little reason for the change, only saying it was line with international agreements.

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Girl 'killed inside home' as Israeli West Bank operation continues

The father of Lujain Musleh, 16, says she was shot by Israeli forces as she looked through a window.

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A rare behind the scenes look at the Pacific power tussle

As the US, China and UK try to woo Pacific Islands for geopolitical reasons, nations are more concerned about climate.

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Teenager charged over shooting of NFL player Ricky Pearsall

The 17-year-old is accused of attempted murder over an attack on the 49ers rookie.

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A Ferrari, a Honolulu hideaway, salted duck - top NY official allegedly spied for China

US officials say China lavished Linda Sun with money and perks including meals prepared by a personal chef.

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Trump ordered to stop using Isaac Hayes' music

A judge says Trump must stop playing Hold On I'm Coming, while a permanent injunction is considered.

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Raygun apologises to Australian breakdancing community

Rachael Gunn says sorry after her zero score at the Olympics prompted ridicule and made global headlines.

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Ugandan athlete in hospital after Kenya petrol attack

The 33-year-old distance runner is currently receiving treatment for 75% burns, police say.

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Hostage killings leave Israeli protesters at 'breaking point'

The discovery of six hostages killed in Gaza has increased the pressure on Israel's prime minister.

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Scholz urges firewall against far right after election win

The German Chancellor called the results of Sunday's state elections "worrying" and "bitter".

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Watch: George Clooney praises 'selfless' Joe Biden

The actor had urged Mr Biden not to seek re-election in a opinion piece in the New York Times.

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Trump signals backing for Florida marijuana legalisation

The US presidential hopeful appeared to signal his support, placing him at odds with other Republicans.

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17 bodies found after Russian tourist helicopter crash

The helicopter was carrying 22 people, most of them tourists, when it disappeared from radar on Saturday.

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NFL player shot during attempted robbery in San Francisco

NFL player Ricky Pearsall has been shot in the chest during an attempted robbery in San Francisco.

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Gaza children being given polio vaccine

The aim is to vaccinate 640,000 children, weeks after the first polio case was detected in Gaza in 25 years.

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US rapper Fatman Scoop dies aged 53

The New Yorker, who has collaborated with artists like Mariah Carey, collapsed during a gig in Connecticut.

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Russia searches for missing helicopter with 22 on board

The helicopter went down while carrying tourists in Russia's far-east, officials say.

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China and Philippines trade blame as ships collide

The crash is the latest incident in an escalating row over key zones in the South China Sea.

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Doctor bailed over Matthew Perry drugs death

Dr Mark Chavez is among five people charged over the Friends star's death in Los Angeles last year.

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Nearly 40,000 people died home alone in Japan this year, report says

Of those 37,227 Japanese people who died alone in their homes in the first half of the year, some 3,939 went unnoticed for over a month.

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Fugitive Italian kidnapper arrested in Argentina

Police arrest a man wanted in Italy for decades for a kidnapping carried out by the Red Brigades.

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Homes bulldozed in Timor-Leste ahead of Pope visit

Government says thousands are living illegally in area where the pontiff will celebrate mass.

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Hiker rescued after workmates left him on mountain, says search crew

He survived stormy weather and multiple falls after reaching a Colorado mountain summit on his own.

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UN calls for de-escalation as Israeli West Bank raids continue

Israel says it killed five militants hiding in a mosque, on the second day of a major operation.

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HK journalists found guilty in landmark sedition case

This is the first sedition case against journalists in Hong Kong since the territory's handover in 1997.

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SpaceX delays first private spacewalk mission

Elon Musk's company said it would be delayed "due to unfavourable weather forecasted" in the capsule's splashdown areas.

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Why South Africans are flocking to a Chinese hospital ship

Cape Town residents queue for free medical care due to the poor state of the country's health sector.

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Ex-Democrat Tulsi Gabbard officially endorses Trump

The move caps off Ms Gabbard's remarkable political journey that began on the American progressive left.

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Canada hits China-made electric cars with 100% tariff

The move comes after similar announcements, including in the US and European Union.

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Zuckerberg regrets bowing to Biden 'pressure' over Covid

The billionaire says White House officials pressured Meta to remove content 'for months' in 2021.

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Who is Pavel Durov and what is Telegram?

Telegram is one of the world's most popular apps where groups of up to 200,000 users can exchange messages.

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Uber fined £246m for personal data transfer

The Dutch watchdog said the transfers were a "serious violation" of EU data protection regulation.

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Blake Lively's PR woes and how we talk about victims

Aggrieved viewers say the Hollywood star has promoted film like 'it's the sequel to Barbie'.

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Anthony Fauci recovering from West Nile virus

The former chief medical adviser is now recovering at home after suffering fever and chills.

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Reuters journalist missing after strike in Ukraine

The news agency says its team was staying in a hotel in Kramatorsk, which was struck by a missile.

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Italian burglar caught after sitting down with book

The would-be thief became distracted after picking up a book about Greek mythology on a bedside table.

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Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners after Kursk offensive

The swap is the first since Ukraine first began its incursion into Russia on 6 August.

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France investigating synagogue explosion as suspected terrorism

France's Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin called the incident "an obviously criminal act".

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Fourteen dead after Indian bus falls into river in Nepal

The bus, registered in India, was carrying around 40 passengers when it veered off a highway.

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Thailand confirms first Asian case of new Mpox strain

The European man flew into Thailand from an unnamed African country last week, officials say.

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World's second-largest diamond found in Botswana

A 2,492-carat stone has been unearthed, in the biggest find since the Cullinan diamond in 1905.

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Dad hacks database to fake death and avoid child support pay

The man, from Kentucky, has been jailed for what a judge in the US called his "cynical" actions.

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South Africa's last zoo elephant freed after 40 years

Charlie the elephant has been in captivity since 1984 when it was captured at two years

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Delon's family deny his request to euthanise dog

The French actor had asked for his pet dog to be humanely killed and laid in his grave.

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Yacht tragedy leaves Sicilian port reeling as divers search wreck

Divers trained to work in small spaces are flown in but strong winds are making conditions harder.

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Twelve killed in Israeli strike on Gaza school, civil defence says

Israel's military says it targeted a Hamas command and control centre inside the Gaza City school.

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Mpox not new Covid and can be stopped, expert says

The world must act now to ensure vaccines reach the areas most in need, the WHO's Dr Hans Kluge says.

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Watch: Rescue operations resume in Sicily for second day

A helicopter and divers were deployed at the scene where a yacht sank, as rescue operations continue.

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Tanzania police commander transferred over sex work comment

The commander was widely criticised after linking the alleged victim of a gang rape to sex work.

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Imran Khan applies to be uni chancellor from jail

The former Prime Minister of Pakistan, who is in currently prison, plans to apply for the role.

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Manhunt in Spain after boy killed playing football

The boy was attacked on a football pitch by a masked person with a sharp object, Spanish media report.

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Zaporizhzhia nuclear safety deteriorating, says UN

It follows a drone strike near the site's perimeter in Russian-occupied Ukraine.

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Russians tell BBC they are worried and angry at Ukraine invasion

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg in Aleksin meets Russians wondering how Ukraine's incursion could have happened.

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Israeli strike in Lebanon kills 10, health ministry says

Lebanon said the building was housing refugees, while Israel said it targeted a Hezbollah weapons depot.

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Grammy-winning producer seeks to dismiss rape lawsuit

The-Dream was accused of rape and sexual battery in June by a former protégé, Chanaaz Mangroe.

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Ukraine hopes its incursion into Russia changes outcome of war

Ukrainians say the foray into Kursk brings tactical advantages - and opens the door to ending the war.

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Supplies delivered to ISS as astronauts remain stranded

The crew aboard the International Space Station includes two Nasa astronauts stuck on a mission.

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Sabotage fears prompt water scare near German base

Officials have warned of possible attacks as Germany supports Ukraine in its war against Russia.

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Could Trump really deport one million immigrants?

The mass deportation of undocumented immigrants would face legal and practical challenges - and cost billions.

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Backlash after MP asks if husbands have 'sexual rights'

Robin Padilla made the remarks during a senate probe into sexual harrassment in the media industry.

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North Korea to reopen for tourism after five years

Two China-based tour operators say tourists will soon be allowed to visit Samjiyon city in the north.

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US soldier pleads guilty to selling secrets to China

Sgt Korbein Schultz was allegedly paid $42,000 in exchange for dozens of sensitive security data.

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Japan set for new PM as Kishida bows out as party leader

Support for Fumio Kishida has fallen amid a huge corruption scandal that hit his party.

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Family of mum who died saving baby in Bondi attack speaks

Ashlee Good died while saving her baby from the attack on a crowded Sydney shopping centre in April.

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Tanzania's opposition leaders freed on bail

About 520 people were arrested in a nationwide crackdown to prevent Chadema from holding a youth rally.

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FBI probes claims Iran hacked Trump campaign

The FBI confirmed it is investigating Trump's claims his campaign was hacked by Iranian agents.

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Ukraine and Russia trade blame over fire at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Both sides say there has been no detected radiation spike at the occupied Zaporizhzhia plant.

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Venezuela opposition urges global protest over poll result

The opposition says it will keep up the pressure on the Maduro government, which it accuses of election fraud.

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Musk's Trump interview caps months of warming relations

The two businessmen have sparred in the past - but in this election seem firmly on the same side.

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Cancer doctors and family with dog among Brazil plane crash dead

As investigations continue into the crash that killed 62 people, more details emerge about the victims.

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Landslide at Uganda rubbish dump kills 12

Rescuers are continuing to dig through the waste in the hope of finding more survivors.

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First deaf Miss South Africa crowned after divisive competition

Mia le Roux says she hopes to inspire those who feel excluded from South African society.

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Adam Britton: The ‘monster’ animal abuser who hid in plain sight

Even those who knew him best had no clue crocodile expert Adam Britton was torturing dozens of dogs to death.

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In pictures: Brazil's deadly plane crash

Three days of mourning have been declared for those killed in the Voepass flight which crashed in Vinhedo.

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Chinese port rocked by huge container ship blast

Surveillance footage captured the moment of the explosion at Ningbo-Zhoushan Port in Zhejiang.

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Rapper Travis Scott arrested in Paris over hotel violence

The US artist is accused of attacking a security guard who intervened in a fight with a bodyguard.

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New artefacts found on ‘holy grail of shipwrecks’ off Colombia

An anchor and glass bottles are among the treasures found in the "unprecedented" haul, researchers say.

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Western envoys shun Nagasaki event over Israel snub

The Japanese city's mayor says the decision to exclude Israel was not political, but will not change.

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Steve Rosenberg: Kursk incursion won't turn Russians against war

The attack on Kursk has led some Russians to call for a deeper military push into Ukraine.

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Russia seeks 15-year sentence for US-Russian ballerina

Ksenia Karelina pleads guilty to treason charge after February arrest for donating to pro-Ukraine charity.

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Thai court dissolves reformist party that won election

Move Forward won the most seats in last year’s election - but was blocked from forming a government.

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Polish man jailed for four months for punching Danish PM

The man, who said he was too drunk to remember the incident, will be deported and banned from Denmark for five years.

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Last missing Israeli victim of Hamas attack declared dead

Until now, no trace had been found of Bilha Yinon, whose house was burnt down on 7 October.

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The Nobel winner tasked with leading a nation out of chaos

Muhammad Yumus has been chosen to lead an interim government after the ouster of Bangladesh's ex-PM.

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What could Google monopoly ruling mean for you?

The US government says it wants 'structural relief' after a judge found the search giant broke the law.

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US funeral home fined $950m in decaying bodies case

Some 190 decaying bodies were discovered at the Return to Nature home by authorities last year.

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Sheikh Hasina: The pro-democracy icon who became an autocrat

Sheikh Hasina is credited for the country's economic progress but also accused of authoritarianism.

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Watch: Bangladesh protesters storm prime minister's palace

Bengali TV aired live footage of protesters storming Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's official residence.

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Three top contenders emerge in Kamala Harris' VP hunt

The vice-president interviewed at least three of her shortlist on Sunday at her home in Washington.

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Watch: Dawn spectacle as Mount Etna erupts

Europe's tallest volcano, Mount Etna, putting on a lava and smoke show over Sicily.

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Nigerian president demands end to deadly protests

He says he has heard Nigerians' pain but the demonstrations - set to last 10 days - must stop.

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Ukraine says it sank Russian submarine in Crimea

Ukraine's military said it destroyed the Rostov-on-Don attack submarine in a missiles attack on Friday.

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Iran says Haniyeh killed by short-range projectile

Iran provides its account of the killing of the Hamas leader in Tehran, blaming Israel.

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Trump agrees to Fox News plan for debate with Harris

Kamala Harris agreed to a debate on ABC and it is not clear whether she accepts the new plan.

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Watch: Supercell tornado sweeps through eastern Spain

There was "no major damage" caused by the tornado, according to the mayor of El Toro.

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Why Putin thinks he's the winner in prisoner swap

Eight Russian prisoners were released in the swap, including spies, agents and a convicted assassin.

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Nigerians hit with 24-hour curfews amid protests

Millions in the north have been ordered to stay indoors as nationwide anti-government protests continue.

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Mourners gather as Hamas leader Haniyeh is buried in Qatar

Ismail Haniyeh’s burial caps a week of soaring tensions in the Middle East.

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Killing of Hamas leader 'doesn't help' ceasefire talks, says Biden

The US president made the criticism in his first comments on the apparent Israeli assassination.

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‘Their brutal ordeal is over’ - Biden on prisoner swap

The US president thanked his allies, who he says played a key role in the prisoner exchange.

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How stage was set for biggest prisoner swap since Cold War

The signs were there that an East-West prisoner exchange was being discussed behind the scenes.

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Huge prisoner exchange under way after days of speculation

The exchange of 24 prisoners between Russia and the West will be the largest since the Cold War.

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'Slave auction' pupils to face disciplinary in South Africa

Viral footage appears to show schoolchildren in Cape Town "selling" off black classmates.

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Frustrated Nigerians vow 'days of rage' as hardships mount

Facing high living costs activists call for protests but the government says they should hold back.

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What does Haniyeh's killing mean for Gaza ceasefire?

As Hamas's political leader, Ismail Haniyeh was a key interlocuter in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations.

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Taylor Swift in ‘complete shock’ over knife attack at themed dance class

The singer says the attack at a workshop themed around her music left her " completely in shock".

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What's the problem with swimming in the Seine?

Parisians and visitors tell the BBC whether they would take a dip in the River Seine.

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Biden calls for Supreme Court term limits and ethics rules

The US president's proposals are unlikely to pass Congress but the aim is to galvanise Democratic voters.

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Bowen: Golan attack leaves border war's unspoken rules in tatters

How Israel retaliates could determine whether the conflict stays limited or explodes into something much worse.

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Man arrested over suspected French railway vandalism

Police sources told local media the 28-year-old was found acting suspiciously near a railway site.

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Watch: Venezuela's Maduro declared winner in disputed vote

Both Maduro and González, the opposition candidate, have claimed victory in this presidential election.

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What is Hezbollah and will it go to war with Israel?

A deadly attack on the Israeli occupied Golan Heights has heightened fears of full-on fighting.

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Convicted rapist Van de Velde booed on Olympic debut

Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde is booed as he makes his Olympic beach volleyball debut to a mixed reaction in Paris.

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France rail repairs completed after arson attacks

Full service is due to resume on Monday after the network was paralysed ahead of the opening of the Olympics.

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Nine die in DR Congo gospel concert chaos

Police and organisers face questions after reports of overcrowding at one of Africa's biggest stadiums.

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Olympian sorry to wife for losing wedding ring in Seine

The World Champion blamed "losing too many kilos" and "irrepressible enthusiasm" for the mishap.

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Three members of family gospel group die in plane crash

The youngest member of The Nelons - who was not on board - confirmed the death of her parents and sister.

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Israeli strike on Gaza school 'kills 30'

Israel said Hamas was using the school, but Gaza's health ministry said most victims were children.

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Death penalty fears for Niger ex-president - lawyer

A year on from the coup ousted President Mohamed Bazoum may face treason charges, his lawyers.

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S Africa police arrest Libyans at 'illegal' military camp

The camp, situated on a farm, was raided and 95 Libyans have been taken into custody, police say.

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Rural sabotage plays havoc with opening of Paris Olympics

There is tight security for the opening ceremony, but saboteurs struck rail lines miles outside the city.

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Crew 'held each other and jumped' as typhoon sunk ship

Survivors of the Tanzania-flagged Fu Shun said they swam "with all their lives" to shore.

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Debt-ridden India labourer digs up diamond worth $95,000

Raju Gound, who has been diamond-hunting for over a decade, finally got lucky this week.

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MrBeast hires investigators over co-host grooming claims

The YouTuber's co-host Ava Kris Tyson denies claims online she groomed a teenager when she was 20.

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Netanyahu seeks to bolster US support with Congress speech

The address comes as the relationship between Israeli leaders and leading US Democrats has grown tense.

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Watch: Emergency workers pick through wreckage of Nepal plane crash

A clean-up operation is underway after a plane crashed during takeoff in Kathmandu, Nepal, killing at least 18 people.

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Australian surfer's leg washes up after shark attack

Kai McKenzie, 23, was attacked by a three-metre-long great white shark in Australia on Tuesday.

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Six takeaways from Indian PM Modi's new budget

Indian PM Narendra Modi's new budget aims to tackle a deepening jobs crisis - but can he deliver?

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Seized Mexican cartel 'monster trucks' destroyed

The vehicles, which often feature homemade armour, are used as a show of force by cartels.

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The president's protectors are hardly noticeable - until things go wrong

The attempted assassination of Donald Trump has raised questions about the Secret Service's record.

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Secret Service chief faces grilling over Trump shooting

Senior Republican Mike Johnson says Ms Cheatle has "a lot to answer for" with regards to the attack.

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Bangladesh court scraps job quotas after deadly unrest

More than 100 people have died in the unrest, with at least 50 people killed on Friday alone.

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Prime drinks company sued by US Olympic committee

The drink is accused of using US Olympic trademarks without an agreement.

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Watch: Spire collapses as fire engulfs Texas church

A blaze at a historic church in Dallas has caused huge plumes of smoke to rise over the Texan city

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World's longest rowing boat to carry Olympic torch

The 24-seater boat will take the Olympic torch down a section of the River Marne on Sunday.

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How China swerved the worst of the global tech meltdown

Very few organisations will buy software from the US firm, partly thanks to its criticism of Beijing.

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US woman freed after 43 years in prison for murder she didn’t commit

Sandra Hemme has spent almost all of her adult life in prison for a 1980 murder in St. Joseph, Missouri.

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Scam warning as fake emails and websites target users after outage

Agencies in the UK and Australia are warning people to be vigilante to fake emails, calls and websites.

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San Diego Zoo pandas make official debut

Yun Chuan and Xin Bao are the first pandas to enter the US in 21 years.

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South Africa's calm opening of parliament heralds new era

President Cyril Ramaphosa outlines the government's plans after his party was forced into coalition.

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'Drill, baby, drill' - At the RNC as Trump charmed crowd

The BBC's Kayla Epstein watched on as Donald Trump addressed his supporters in Milwaukee.

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Namibia refuses to extend visa for Ugandan monarch

Namibian authorities are said to be unhappy at the harassment of their diplomatic officials.

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Thousands of rare bird eggs worth $500,000 seized in Australia

A collection of 3,404 rare eggs have been seized in Granton, Tasmania, after a European operation into the illegal bird trade.

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'They killed my son' - raw grief after Nigeria school collapse

Government promises to curb rogue building practices are too little, too late for grieving parents.

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Spain team chant 'Gibraltar is Spanish' at Euros celebration

Spain won Euro 2024 in a match against England on Sunday and returned to Madrid for a celebration.

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Southgate resigns after England's Euro 2024 loss

England manager Gareth Southgate resigns after eight years in charge following defeat by Spain in the Euro 2024 final.

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'World's rarest whale' washes up on NZ beach

Experts believe they have identified the animal but could wait weeks for DNA results to come back.

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Gambia’s parliament rejects bill to allow FGM

Human rights groups had urged MPs to block the bill, introduced after pressure from Muslim clerics.

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Five questions for Secret Service after Trump shooting

Former agents ask whether the event was properly resourced - and whether warnings about the gunman were passed on.

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'Serial killer' arrested after bodies found in Kenya dump

The 33-year-old confessed to having killed at least 42 women since 2022, police say.

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What we know so far about Trump shooting suspect Thomas Matthew Crooks

The man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump has been named by the FBI as Thomas Matthew Crooks.

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What we know so far about Trump shooting suspect Thomas Matthew Crooks

The man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump has been named by the FBI as Thomas Matthew Crooks.

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Video shows Trump rally shooter on roof

The former president was shot at during a rally in Pennsylvania, and has since returned home to New Jersey.

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Video shows moment Trump ducks and swarmed by security

The former US president and supporters around him are seen crouching after loud bangs are heard.

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Celebrity sex therapist Dr Ruth Westheimer dies at 96

Known as Dr Ruth, she advocated for open conversations about sex and intimate topics.

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Hamas says 71 killed in Israeli strike on Gaza humanitarian zone

An air strike hit a densely populated area of displaced people in the al-Mawasi area of Khan Younis.

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Eminem's The Death of Slim Shady 'a mixed bag'

The US rapper apparently kills off his alter ego Slim Shady on his hotly anticipated 12th album.

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'Relief' as Canadian serial killer found guilty in death of 4 women

A judge rejected the defence case that Jeremy Skibicki was not criminally responsible for killing the indigenous women.

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'Hard to imagine' Biden serving full term, says Michael Douglas

Two-time Academy Award winner and Democrat fundraiser Michael Douglas speaks to the BBC about President Biden.

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Moment slackline record attempt goes wrong

Jaan Roose fell short of claiming the world record in Italy after falling before the finish line.

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Shackleton's Endurance ship gets extra protection

Antarctic Treaty nations agree to a plan to preserve one of the world's greatest shipwrecks.

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What to know as Alec Baldwin's Rust shooting trial begins

The actor maintains he never pulled the trigger, which will be a key claim at the centre of the trial.

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Australia appoints special envoy to tackle antisemitism

The government said the advisory role will help allay rising community tension over the Israel-Gaza war.

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West African bloc risks 'disintegration' if juntas quit

The military leaders of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso say they are leaving Ecowas and forming a new alliance.

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Shock and horror at scene of Gaza blast

At least 16 people died and dozens were injured in the strike, according to early reports.

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Mass tourism protesters squirt water at Barcelona tourists

Thousands of people in the Spanish city have been taking part in demonstrations against mass tourism.

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After Covid and Olympics, Tokyo’s first female governor set for third term

Renho Saito, who was expected to be Yuriko Koike's closest rival, places third in the race.

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Kimchi blamed for mass sickness in South Korea

Around 1,000 people are suffering diarrhoea and vomiting linked to one city's school meals.

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Iran's new president gives hope to some women and younger voters

Voters backed the moderate with hopes that he can soften sanctions and improve women's rights.

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West Africa junta chiefs to cement alliance with first meeting

Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso hope to form closer ties and move away from the wider regional bloc, Ecowas.

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Shania Twain surprises superfan, 81, at show

Ken Northall got the chance to meet his idol when she played a festival in his hometown.

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Debris flies through air as tornado hits China city

Eyewitness footage shows a funnel-shaped column ripping through Shandong province.

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Kenya's president begins X Space debate with protesters

In a historic move, President Ruto hosts an online forum for young people to air their complaints.

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Tanzanian artist who burned president's picture jailed

The 24-year-old painter outraged some Tanzanians but critics say the punishment is too harsh.

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Israel examining Hamas response to ceasefire plan

Hamas is reported to have dropped its insistence on ending the war at the outset of a planned truce.

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Kris Jenner shares plans for removal of her ovaries

The 68-year-old speaks about her diagnosis in emotional scenes on reality show, The Kardashians.

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Ellen DeGeneres cancels four comedy stand-up dates

The US comic's tour lasts until mid-August and it is unclear why some of the dates were cancelled.

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India preacher denies blame for crush deaths

Bhole Baba, who led the festival where some 120 people died, will co-operate with investigations.

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Greece starts six-day working week for some industries

The country says the policy will help boost economic growth.

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'Worst hurricane ever' - Union Island resident describes Beryl destruction

Jeremie Tronet tells the BBC about the devastating destruction of the storm on the island where he has lived for 15 years.

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Iconic Parisian drag club Chez Michou closes

The club, famed for bringing drag entertainment to France in the 1950s, inspired the movie The Birdcage.

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Mother of rescued Israeli hostage Noa Argamani dies

Liora Argamani succumbs to brain cancer three weeks after her daughter was freed from captivity in Gaza.

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Kenya to borrow more after new taxes withdrawn - president

William Ruto says Kenya will need to increase borrowing after protests forced him to scrap planned taxes.

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Emotional Usher accepts lifetime achievement award

In his acceptance speech, Usher said "getting here hasn't been easy, but it's been worth it".

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World Cup glory a vindication for India cricket legends

India defeated South Africa by seven runs on Saturday to bring home a World Cup after 13 years.

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Five Wimbledon storylines to look out for

Raducanu returns, Draper looks to pick up Murray's baton, and more key things to watch out for when Wimbledon starts on Monday.

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Boy, 13, shot dead by New York police had replica gun, authorities say

Nyah Mway died after police mistook his replica gun for a real firearm and shot him in the chest.

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India beat South Africa in thriller to win T20 title

India end their 13-year wait for a world title by fighting back for a thrilling seven-run win over South Africa in the T20 World Cup final.

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Far right hopes to make history in snap French poll

Jordan Bardella and Marine Le Pen's National Rally hopes to assume power for the first time.

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Serbian officer shot with crossbow outside Israeli embassy

The policeman was wounded in the neck before shooting the attacker dead, officials say.

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Clashes break out near German far-right conference

Tens of thousands of protesters have gathered outside an Alternative for Germany (AfD) meeting in Essen.

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Iowa's top court upholds six-week abortion ban law

The court maintains a ban on abortions after six weeks, making exceptions in cases of incest or rape.

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Protesters set fire to Kenya's parliament - but also saved two MPs

Two legislators thank the parliamentary invaders for coming to their rescue during a two-hour orderal.

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North Korea cracking down on wedding dresses and slang - report

The South Korean report uses defectors' accounts to build a picture of human rights in the North.

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Trump evades debate questions on accepting election results

Throughout the debate, Trump also repeated falsehoods on voter fraud, abortion and the 6 January riot.

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Bolivia's failed coup attempt... in 75 seconds

It all started when the presidential palace in La Paz was stormed by soldiers.

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Night at the Museum actor Bill Cobbs dies aged 90

The actor also appeared in The Bodyguard and TV series including The Sopranos and The West Wing.

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Assange hugs wife and father on arriving in Australia

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has landed in Canberra, after walking free from a US court in Saipan.

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Zelensky sacks top general accused of incompetence

Lt-Gen Yuriy Sodol, from his post after public criticism about excessive casualties and accusations of incompetence.

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Afghanistan qualify for first World Cup semi-final

Afghanistan qualify for the semi-finals of a World Cup for the first time in their history after beating Bangladesh in a low-scoring classic in St Vincent.

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Malian singer detained in Italy in child custody row

Rokia Traoré has been involved in a long-running dispute with her ex-partner over custody of their child.

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Criminal charges recommended against Boeing

The US Department of Justice has until 7 July to make a final decision on whether to prosecute the firm.

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Seventeen: The K-pop band about to make history at UK festival

They're the biggest-selling act in the world, and they're about to play the Pyramid Stage.

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A year after mutiny, Kremlin controls Wagner remnants

Moscow has effectively replaced the mercenary group's influence in Africa and Ukraine, experts say.

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Diane von Furstenberg on 'magic' wrap dress and fearlessness

The acclaimed fashion designer says it taught her a lesson - that fear was not an option.

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Three missing in Swiss floods as Alpine resort Zermatt cut off

Heavy rain and melting snow leaves Zermatt completely isolated.

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Hawaii Five-0 star Taylor Wily dies aged 56

The actor had a recurring role as Kamekona Tupuola in the crime drama series.

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Naked swimmers mark Australia's winter solstice

Around 3,000 people took the plunge in the River Derwent in Hobart to mark the winter solstice.

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New faces of protest - Kenya's Gen Z anti-tax revolutionaries

Young people angered by tax storm Nairobi in a surprise revolt devoid of ethnic or political allegiances.

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AI frenzy makes Nvidia the world's most valuable company

The Californian firm's meteoric rise has been fuelled by its dominance of the "new gold" - AI chips.

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Why do German football fans sing the Loch Lomond tune?

Fans of FC Köln in Cologne love belting out a version of the classic Runrig song.

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Jordan Bardella could soon be French PM at 28. But for many he remains an enigma

Jordan Bardella's rise has been meteoric after being spotted by Marine Le Pen

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NK soldiers cross border prompting warning shots

Seoul believes the border violation was not intentional, as North Korea prepares for Putin's visit.

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US tourist found dead on Greek island during heatwave

A number of foreigners have gone missing as Greece suffers its earliest heatwave on record.

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Mourners killed by car in Malawi VP's funeral convoy

Saulos Chilima is being buried in his home village later, after being killed in a plane crash last week.

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Alarm in Hamburg as man with axe shot by police

The man, who police say made threats with a pickaxe and an "incendiary device", was seriously injured.

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Hamburg police shoot man with axe ahead of Euros match

Police say they shot and injured the man, ahead of a Euro 2024 match between the Netherlands and Poland.

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Malawians pay tribute to vice-president killed in plane crash

Saulos Chilima, 51, was seen as a breath of fresh air and was especially popular among young people.

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Hostage drama unfolds at Russian detention centre

At least two prison staff are freed after being taken hostage at a pre-trial detention centre.

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Votes, fashion and cubes: Photos of the week

A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week.

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Iranian convicted of war crimes freed in Swedish swap

Hamid Noury will return to Tehran in exchange for two Swedish citizens detained by Iran.

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Going down the 'rabbit hole' of wearable blood-sugar monitors

Continuous glucose monitors are on the rise. But do we need them?

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Kenyan magistrate dies after courtroom shooting by policeman

The chief justice says security protocols in court are being reviewed after Thursday's incident.

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US Supreme Court lifts ban on gun bump stocks

It rules the government does not have the right to ban the accessories, which were used in America's deadliest mass shooting.

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Is Elon Musk worth his £44bn Tesla pay package?

He is beloved by his millions of followers online, but would Musk's businesses have succeeded without him?

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Pope meets Jimmy Fallon and 105 other comics at Vatican

Other big names, including Whoopi Goldberg and Conan O'Brien, were also present at the audience.

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Chinese #MeToo journalist jailed for five years

Sophia Huang Xueqin had been one of the main #MeToo voices in China when she was arrested in 2021.

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Second person dies from mpox in South Africa

These are the first fatalities the country has recorded from the virus, previously known as monkeypox.

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Watch: Huge fire erupts at oil refinery in Iraq

Video shows plumes of smoke billowing into the air, as a fire engulfs a warehouse building.

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Hunter Biden’s addiction was laid bare, highlighting a national problem

The trial dredged up a dark chapter in Hunter Biden's life. Experts and advocates say it could help others.

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US assessing Hamas response to Gaza ceasefire plan

Hamas stressed the need for the war to end, which an Israeli official said amounted to a rejection.

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Warning shots from South as North Korea soldiers cross border

The incident at the DMZ comes at a time of heightened tensions between the two Koreas.

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Nigeria gunmen kill at least 25 in village raid, officials say

Dozens of gunmen on motorbikes stormed a village in the Kankara area on Sunday, the BBC has been told.

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The Malawi vice-president who was plucked from business

Saulos Chilima has died at the age of 51 in a plane crash.

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