Afghan women lose their 'last hope' as Taliban shuts down internet

For many women, the internet was their last resource. An internet shutdown threatens to end this.

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China sentences 11 members of mafia family to death

They were one of four families who turned a Myanmar town into a hub for gambling, drugs and scam centres.

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How Europe held off US to win sensational Ryder Cup

Captain Luke Donald cements his status as a bona fide Ryder Cup legend as Europe hold off a spirited US fightback to win in New York.

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Young Peruvians clash with police in anti-government protests

The "Gen Z march" was organised by students and young workers who were joined by taxi and bus drivers.

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Trump authorises 'full force' as Portland becomes latest city to see troops deployed

The president says the latest move is "necessary" to protect immigration detention facilities in the major US city.

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At least 39 dead in crush at political rally in India

Tens of thousands had gathered at a campaign event for actor-turned-politician Vijay in India's southern state of Tamil Nadu.

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'Hundreds' of drones and missiles fired at Ukraine by Russia

At least four people have been killed in Kyiv following a Russian aerial bombardment across Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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Dubai sex-trade ring boss held by police after BBC investigation

Charles Mwesigwa led a degrading network exploiting vulnerable women in glamorous parts of Dubai.

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Slovakia passes law to recognise only two sexes and restrict adoption

Critics warn the change will make life more difficult for LGBT people.

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The record-breaking Nigerian chef ready to take on the world

"It feels good to be an inspiration," double Guinness World Record breaker Hilda Baci tells the BBC.

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Why a tiny island's fate could decide Seychelles' next president

India, Qatari royals, China and ecologists have their own, very different, views on Assumption Island's future.

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Is the US-China TikTok deal done? Here's what you need to know

Donald Trump says a deal on the future of TikTok in the US has been made, but it’s not been confirmed by China or the app’s owner ByteDance.

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China launches campaign to keep killjoys off the internet

Pessimistic social media posts may now be targets of a fresh crackdown by the Chinese government.

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Nursery parents told to pay thousands for kids' art - sparking uproar and a midnight heist

The debt-ridden centre said the money would go towards paying overdue bills.

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Denmark says 'professional actor' behind drone incursions over its airports

But the defence minister says there is no evidence of Russian involvement after the latest incident.

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The Gen Z uprising in Asia shows social media is a double-edged sword

Anti-corruption demonstrations have toppled a government - will they lead to lasting change?

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'Why does China prefer war?' The K-drama line that infuriated the Chinese internet

China's ban on K-drama seemed to be easing - until Jun Ji-hyun's Tempest came along.

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Mass evacuations as southern China braces for strongest storm of the year

Ragasa is the strongest storm anywhere on Earth so far this year.

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British-Egyptian activist reunited with family after release from prison

Alaa Abdel Fattah, who was imprisoned in Egypt for six years, is reunited with his family in Cairo after being pardoned.

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Anger in Australia after telecom outage linked to deaths

The outage left hundreds of people unable to contact emergency services and has been linked to multiple deaths.

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France to recognise Palestinian state but Germany and Italy say not yet

President Emmanuel Macron, backed by several other European countries, described France's move as a "necessity".

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Watch: Philippines anti-corruption protests turn violent

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of the capital Manila, with some clashing with police.

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Key oceans treaty crosses threshold to come into force

Sixty states have ratified a global treaty to protect the oceans - it will become law in January.

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Trump adds $100,000 fee for skilled worker visa applicants

"Train Americans," the US commerce secretary told big companies, some of which have relied on foreign high-skilled workers for years.

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US forces strike third alleged drug vessel killing three, Trump says

Venezuela has condemned a series of strikes by US forces in the Caribbean targeting alleged drug traffickers.

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Israel demolishes more high-rise towers as Gaza City offensive ramps up

BBC Verify's Merlyn Thomas looks at the latest Israeli strikes on buildings in Gaza City city over the weekend.

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I have no relationship with Trump, Brazil's President Lula tells BBC

In an exclusive interview, Brazil's president says Trump is "not emperor of the world".

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Trump clashes with Australian journalist over business deals in office

The US leader said the journalist was "hurting Australia very much" as he said he would meet the country's PM "very soon".

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Syria's worst drought in decades pushes millions to the brink

The drought has slashed wheat harvests by 40% in a country where nearly 90% of the population already lives in poverty.

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Beaten and held in Russia for three years - but never charged with a crime

Russia imprisoned Dmytro shortly after its invasion of Ukraine in 2022. He was freed last month.

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Conor McGregor ends bid to be Irish president

The MMA fighter says the decision comes after "careful reflection" and consultation with his family.

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Conor McGregor ends bid to be Irish president

The MMA fighter says the decision comes after "careful reflection" and consultation with his family.

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India court stays key provisions of controversial new law on Muslim properties

The court refused to strike down the entire law saying "the grant of stay is only in the rarest of rare category".

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Trump 'ready' to sanction Russia if Nato nations stop buying its oil

The US president has repeatedly threatened tougher measures against Moscow, but has so far failed to take action.

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The Indian city that sparkles like Paris at night

In 21 months, citizens have lit up 92 Kolkata landmarks with a simple model: your property, their lights.

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Neo-Nazi Golden Dawn leader released from prison early

Nikos Michaloliakos, 67, who gave Hitler salutes at rallies, is allowed to serve the remainder of his sentence from home.

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Colombian court rules Meta was wrong to bar porn star's Instagram account

The nation's highest court says the tech firm removed Esperanza Gómez's account without clear justification.

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World's first AI minister will eliminate corruption, says Albania's PM

Named Diella, the new minister will help Albania "leapfrog" bigger, more advanced countries, says Edi Rama.

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From political outsider to a president like no other: Bolsonaro's rise and fall

The Brazilian ex-president has been sentenced to 27 years for plotting a coup, but an amnesty could be on the cards.

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South Korean workers detained in US raid arrive home

Media and some protesters gather at the airport as more than 300 workers detained in the US last week return.

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'Netanyahu, we're not leaving': Defiance in Gaza City as Israel shows aid sites planned for evacuees

As Israel insists the whole population of Gaza City must leave, the BBC visits new aid sites the army claims will help them.

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South African court rules that men can take wife's surname

The highest court rules that a law barring men from taking the surnames of their wives is discriminatory.

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Fatal dam collapse: 'How do you restart from nothing?'

Survivors of the flood tell the BBC they are still in need of government support.

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Russian air strikes get deadlier and bigger, hitting Ukraine's very heart

Ukraine says Russia deliberately hit the main government building in Kyiv with a missile last Sunday.

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Watch: Army patrols streets of Kathmandu after fierce protests

Charlotte Scarr reports from the Kathmandu where deadly protests against corruption and nepotism took place.

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Thai court rules ex-PM Thaksin must serve one year in jail

The Supreme Court ruling is yet another blow to the influential Shinawatra political dynasty.

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France is set to vote out another PM. Can anything break its political deadlock?

François Bayrou called a vote of confidence in himself after nine relatively ineffectual months in office.

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French doctor goes on trial for poisoning 30 patients, 12 fatally

Frédéric Péchier, considered by colleagues to be a highly-talented practitioner, maintains there is no proof of any poisoning.

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'Suitcase murder' trial begins in New Zealand

Hakyung Lee is accused of killing her two young children, whose bodies were found stuffed in suitcases.

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Why the world is watching RFK's fight with US health agency

The US health secretary's plans could have a huge impact on health policy not just in the US, but across the globe.

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New Bollywood romcom sparks debate over stereotyping south India

Param Sundari has reignited conversation on how India's most influential film industry represents non-Hindi speaking states.

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'No doubt' Russia will cross Nato border if Ukraine falls, former US VP says

Former US Vice-President Mike Pence calls for security guarantees in Ukraine to help deliver “just and lasting peace”.

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Watch: Key moments from RFK Jr's heated Senate hearing

The US health secretary faced questions on Covid deaths and vaccines a week after firing the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Watch: BBC correspondent at scene of Lisbon funicular crash

Local media reports suggest a cable came loose along the railway's route, causing it to lose control - a national day of mourning is being observed

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Who are the victims of the Lisbon funicular cable crash?

A transport worker is among those killed, while a three-year-old German boy is reported to have escaped with minor injuries.

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'A clear message to Trump': BBC correspondents react to China's military parade

The display of might comes as Beijing positions itself as a global counterweight to the United States.

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What new weapons on show at huge parade say about China's military strength

Beijing has unveiled a range of military hardware in a show of might to Western powers.

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Body seen in secret mortuary could solve 50-year mystery of vanished religious leader

Compelling evidence to suggest Lebanese Shia leader Musa al-Sadr was killed in Libya is uncovered by BBC.

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Israel committing genocide in Gaza, world's leading experts say

The world's leading association of genocide scholars cited several actions by Israel, including attacks on the healthcare sector and the killing of children.

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Arrest after fatal shooting of Ukrainian politician Andriy Parubiy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says "urgent investigations" are underway to establish what happened.

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Trump is sending a 'great friend' to India. Some see him as a 'slap in the face'

Gor's appointment comes at a time when India-US ties have become strained due to Trump's steep tariffs.

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Former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani injured in car accident

The former Trump adviser's car was struck from behind on a highway in New Hampshire, a statement said.

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