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Watch: New Zealand and Australia new year celebrations

Celebrations are being held as countries welcome in the new year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UScTPtE

Foreign fighters given senior Syrian army posts - reports

The move will raise concerns over the role radicalised foreign militants may play in Syria's future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YHpGN2J

An end to the war and lower food prices - what Russians want in 2025

People in Moscow speak to BBC Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg about their wishes for the New Year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jC8ROSv

At the scene of the South Korea plane crash investigation

The BBC's Asia correspondent visited the scene, where investigators are sifting through the fuselage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xL5J3Sr

Billionaire HBO creator Charles Dolan dies aged 98

The mogul who created Cablevision also owned Madison Square Garden, and the Knicks and Rangers sports teams. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MxeiHtC

179 people killed in deadliest plane crash in South Korea

Just two survivors were rescued after what is the country's deadliest ever air disaster. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uYU9N7I

Rebel Wilson marries Ramona Agruma in Sydney ceremony

The couple held a service in Sardinia in September and have now made it official in Wilson's hometown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SCiT0tP

Putin apologises for plane crash, without saying Russia at fault

Russia's leader apologises for the downing of an Azerbaijani plane in Russian airspace - without directly taking blame. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iXTV2vt

Azerbaijan plane survivors recall moments before crash

Three survivors of the downed Azerbaijani plane have described the moments on the flight before the crash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N8Wi6ps

Magnus Carlsen quits chess championship after being told to change jeans

The defending champion said he quit as a "matter of principle" after being told to change his jeans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VFBrpLS

India mourns ex-PM Manmohan Singh with full state funeral

Mourners gathered across Delhi to pay respects to a former PM many credit for India's economic reform. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MDplHka

What just happened in South Korea?

Lawmakers vote to impeach acting president Han Duck-soo, two weeks after voting to impeach the president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6i0oxSL

Israel orders Gaza's Kamal Adwan hospital to evacuate

The hospital's nursing director says ICU patients in comas and on ventilation machines are being forced out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aM4qjNB

Finland investigates Russia 'shadow fleet' ship after cable damage

Finland is investigating a tanker following the rupture of a transmission cable in the Baltic Sea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dUM4KmC

Russia warns against 'hypotheses' after Azerbaijan Airlines crash

The Russia-bound passenger plane went down in Kazakhstan with the loss of 38 lives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9PM0jCF

Five Gaza journalists killed in Israeli strike

A Palestinian TV channel says they were in a marked media van, but Israel says it was targeting militants. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7U8nKSo

Zelensky condemns 'inhumane' Christmas Day attack

Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cSHEjzP

Owner and architect of Turkey quake collapse hotel jailed

They received hefty sentences after 72 people were killed when the building fell in the 2023 quake. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u8TEBMI

Watch: ISS crew sends Christmas greetings from space

Astronauts on the International Space Station send a festive message from orbit, some 250 miles (400km) above Earth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oTdPHS3

Hong Kong offers rewards for arrest of six activists abroad

The police say they will give HK$1m to people who can help them find those accused of breaching security laws. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sf8iTC9

Dozens not thousands killed on Mayotte by Cyclone Chido - French PM

French Prime Minister François Bayrou believes dozens of people died after the cyclone hit the territory, rather than thousands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9EMr2Lb

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4gKARHo

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SNzVDgr

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gYZ21Hb

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

Both pilots were rescued after ejecting safely from their F/A-18 fighter aircraft. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gFnXtHp

Boy, 8, saves classmate with Heimlich manoeuvre

Thomas Conley was sitting next to Isaiah Rodriguez at lunch when he noticed something was wrong. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4wRasSF

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ayid172

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ezZ4hWV

Child dies in stabbing at Croatian primary school

The alleged attacker has been arrested, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RWBC1gw

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AmYnyik

Watch: Crowds boo President Macron in Mayotte

The French president spoke to residents on Mayotte while touring the devastation caused by Cyclone Chido. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4VacRki

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ageBy0m

Children killed in crush at Nigerian funfair

The widely advertised event saw large numbers of children show up, leading to a deadly crush. from BBC News https://ift.tt/leN3CYm

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hZvfeum

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NjpswES

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qhpd0eC

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wuig3Sp

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iqA85Kj

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TvbekMn

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yxm342O

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Juqi9Ps

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/obAOm2g

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MkBWNri

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u7A6CgD

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fuPI51s

South Korea parliament votes to impeach president

Thousands of protesters celebrated the vote on the streets of Seoul, with singing and fireworks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u7A6CgD

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9zdEnWN

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5HQycNr

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/42iYUtE

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f6s3oVr

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e6hH73J

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PTewCVh

Syria rebels burn tomb of Bashar al-Assad's father

Armed men are seen celebrating in Hafez al-Assad's burning mausoleum in the family's hometown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zYydaT8

Girl, 11, rescued in Med after three days clinging to tyre tubes

The girl from Sierra Leone said all the 44 migrants on board had died in the storms and high waves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WAOfKrz

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UhLgueS

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8O1v4g5

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XgeWbkP

Melbourne synagogue fire 'likely' terror act, police say

Three suspects are being sought over the fire, which injured one person and caused extensive damage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rIWE8n3

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1NDbyjJ

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/46IbK89

Five dead, more feared missing after The Hague flat explosions

Police say a car drove away "at very high speed" shortly after the explosions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nOQHYGg

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/mgpeqNz

Dominican Republic records largest-ever cocaine seizure

Authorities say the shipment, hidden in bananas, was destined for Europe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WZjc3At

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aTumGbc

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b5CuF4v

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cSMWeL7

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yQzxoVw

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hmv5xMX

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/gZypo6e

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vAOjSbs

‘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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AQ8X6Mi

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l1dJ5ZB

Trump picks loyalist ex-aide as FBI director

The president-elect also chooses a Florida sheriff to lead drug enforcement, and gives Ivanka's father-in-law a role. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ViUcFtN

Venomous snake slithers up driver's leg on Australia motorway

Police say the woman was "rattled" and "in a state of shock" when she looked down to find the deadly snake by her feet. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YhqrE0j

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KjYNX7n

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

"I'm worried about us as a species", she tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uomfklT

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wvq7c2i

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DgZHJq0

Power cut hits Zimbabwe's parliament after budget speech

Zimbabwe's parliament was plunged into darkness after the finance minister's budget speech. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XxtTbS6

Chad cuts military agreement with France

The Central African nation cites "sovereignty" as it ends a years-long deal with its former colonial ruler. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gy3L8c2

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o1vx8r9

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8ApmrIl

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8pZr70T

Harshita Brella's husband had been previously arrested for domestic abuse

The IOPC is examining how Northamptonshire Police responded to concerns raised by Ms Brella in August. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Se9BmHb

Laos hostel staff detained after suspected methanol deaths

Police continue to investigate the deaths of six tourists in the tourist town of Vang Vieng. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6f5xcS1

Russia expels British diplomat over espionage claims, media reports say

A Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman says the ministry has also summoned the British ambassador. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t9ioUuk

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z1sE8ag

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VbAaXEF

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y4xE86e

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z0O3T7I

Dozens killed in Pakistan sectarian violence

More than 80 die in a tribal area of Pakistan riven by tensions between Shia and Sunni communities. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AwIfLWj

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o6Efh2R

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/iRmHlzV

France alarmed by disappearance of writer in Algeria

President Macron joins calls for information about Franco-Algerian novelist Boualem Sansal, missing in Algiers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ClgaWj3

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LqnKTUm

Moment world's tallest woman and shortest woman meet

The pair shared afternoon tea in London in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OBQAFfw

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/27iMEuO

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y9peaTg

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WkNUMF2

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VJDuqGU

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JeVWsNv

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TavNe4E

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/dJEH7UO

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lcXawnG

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3T0YNU8

Trump, Musk and new cabinet nominees celebrate at UFC

The President-elect was joined by Robert F Kennedy Jr, Tulsi Gabbard and Vivek Ramaswamy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iVBsWJp

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/wqloWMp

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3EZMJgq

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/sZxp2iz

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t7cCmVe

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q6EaOmN

World’s largest coral found in the Pacific

The coral could be 500 years old and is bigger than a blue whale, scientists say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ldYuXmZ

Why is Kamala Harris still asking for campaign donations?

A week after losing the election, Kamala Harris's team are still appealing for funds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZyD1goj

Man suspected of supplying boats for people smuggling arrested

A Turkish man, 44, was detained at Schipol Airport in Amsterdam on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZRplHUm

Maori haka in NZ parliament to protest at bill to reinterpret founding treaty

The Treaty Principles Bill seeks to redefine the principles that have been used in support of Māori. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pHEzmRU

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VlAuGkc

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KoLbPpu

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a8fzNWY

World's longest detained journalist wins rights prize

Dawit Isaak has been held without trial in an Eritrean prison for 23 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/51TGb8F

Moscow targeted as Ukraine and Russia trade huge drone attacks

Both countries say they shot down dozens of drones over their respective territories. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Xp9jA4C

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kdpKqYt

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LaoACW7

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/QNLH4tk

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/QMTgEeb

What's at stake in the Irish general election?

After growing speculation, the Irish prime minister has called a general election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aIo4lPp

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6fWMlaH

No guarantees Trump will give Netanyahu all he wants

Trump's win has been welcomed by Israel but the change he brings may not be to its liking, writes Lucy Williamson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QDpV9yJ

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pAovy7x

Watch: How election night unfolded

Catch up on the key moments from election night. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JS0w6a7

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hYbqocL

At least 10 dead after volcano erupts in Indonesia

Officials say several villages have been evacuated after the eruption on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1OMyW3m

Spanish flood rescuers focus search on underground car parks

Teams are searching sites including a shopping centre car park for missing people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gmiFraY

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nmZB2bG

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GPfc2E6

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9L8Jt0G

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yH4iLU6

World's largest crocodile in captivity dies

The huge saltwater crocodile Cassius was nearly 5.5m (18ft) long and lived in Australia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vVDgopa

Andy Warhol artworks stolen in Dutch gallery heist

Two works in the Reigning Queens series were taken, according to the gallery's owner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tF3qPag

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1Lf6CiH

Instagram-famous squirrel seized by US authorities

Environmental authorities said they were responding to complaints of "potentially unsafe housing of wildlife". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kjbuiev

Valencia floods: 'There is just mud everywhere'

The BBC's Nicky Schiller says the La Torre area of the city has been completely devastated. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pr5mu24

Trail of destruction after Spanish floods

At least 95 people were killed following flash floods in southern Spain from BBC News https://ift.tt/qvCastQ

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 from BBC News https://ift.tt/zh3nDSc

Watch: Biden playfully bites baby during White House trick or treat event

The US President was handing out sweets to children during a Halloween celebration. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XAKM5zg

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L8i7etc

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IReh3K1

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r3Xjb7p

TikTok founder becomes China's richest man

Zhang Yiming's fortune has leapt to almost $50bn, according to a newly published rich list. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pz3Yc6g

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o3djUyi

Nato says North Korean troops deployed to Russia's Kursk region

Mark Rutte said the deployment represented a "dangerous expansion" of Russia's war in Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oVWu6Mt

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P9Q4sg6

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0IV1Qyg

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ctr7DNx

Moment singer swears on live TV during US anthem

Loomis has apologised for the incident, calling it a "mishap" in an Instagram video. from BBC News https://ift.tt/17yjq9n

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T4cxZQy

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ekMtJan

Strikes on Tehran another big escalation - Jeremy Bowen

Israel has launched air strikes on Iran, with blasts heard in the capital Tehran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w2YpVUS

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fX7yCkO

Ketchup in space: 'You gotta squirt it out'

Nasa's Matthew Dominick demonstrates how astronauts eat ketchup aboard the International Space Station. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vNMDWVf

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hk421nx

Dust tornado and lightning captured on camera in UAE

Drivers near the city of Sharjah stopped their cars to watch the spiralling spectacle. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TrlPIwd

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VFnOsAh

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yW8rcUT

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aq2kFTj

King's Australia visit ends on positive note

King Charles and Queen Camilla drew a warm reception from the crowds in Sydney's sunshine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jMlEIQ7

Israel arrests second group of alleged Iran spies

The arrest of seven East Jerusalemites follows that of seven Israeli Jews allegedly acting for Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KcqhRA9

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a7DBrE9

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WSVwmBD

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4SPkJhK

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XGdJFEs

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/YhNPM5s

Mozambique opposition lawyer shot dead

Lawyer Elvino Dias and opposition party official Paulo Guambe were gunned down in broad daylight. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iRBMwON

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g0dy2zm

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JEbFdiH

British national and several Turkish citizens abducted in Kenya

Necdet Seyitoğlu, 49, said he and others were abducted in the capital city of Nairobi. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ff5gva9

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TsR8L9i

Venezuela arrests five foreigners over alleged anti-government plot

Three Americans were arrested, with Venezuela accusing them of working with US spy agencies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gfYtD1b

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y0qRSZs

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jZ68RTf

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ULF5n1y

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VDON5Ys

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/moX2lhY

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/21GfYrP

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E7n1Qr4

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kPQMhGm

K-pop star gives tearful testimony on harassment

The popular member of the chart-topping band spoke to South Korean lawmakers about her experiences from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tk4FrtN

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yZJ3CGe

What's behind China-Taiwan tensions?

China sees Taiwan as a breakaway province, but the self-ruled island sees itself as distinct. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bcv3w5G

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rezoTNV

Ukraine denounces Russia's reported execution of captured troops

Kyiv's human rights ombudsman has written to the UN, after reports that Russia executed Ukrainian PoWs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u45tilP

Watch: 'Astonishing' moment Starship booster caught in mid air

It’s the first time the "chopsticks manoeuvre" has been attempted, with previous boosters landing in the ocean. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Onz5ekN

Columbus likely Spanish and Jewish, study suggests

A new study shines light on a hotly contested centuries-old mystery. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wN0Vq3M

Fifth peacekeeper wounded in southern Lebanon, UN says

The UN said a peacekeeper in the city of Naquora was injured on Friday amid "military activity" nearby. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4U3r7MA

International arrest warrant for rugby star Rocky Elsom

The ex-Wallabies captain was given a five-year sentence for embezzlement in France, local media say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CSw05HJ

'Surrender or starve': Attack on Jabalia hints at controversial Israeli plan for northern Gaza

Palestinians and aid groups suspect Israel is gradually adopting a new tactic known as the "Generals’ Plan", writes Jeremy Bowen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UKnkCwb

Navalny expected to die in prison, memoir reveals

The Russian opposition leader's posthumous memoir traces his final years, including his captivity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G0vMiPk

My Hurricane Diary: The week I nearly lost everything

As Hurricane Milton tore through Florida this week a family documented their journey to safety from BBC News https://ift.tt/0QSZMqD

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NKkeDFl

Everest climber's foot found after 100 years

The discovery could help solve one of mountaineering's greatest mysteries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9DV7tGI

Why is Hurricane Milton causing tornadoes in Florida?

Multiple twisters have been reported - including on a popular interstate as cars were on the road from BBC News https://ift.tt/wQH1pmy

New Zealand minister criticises trolling of sunk ship's female captain

HMNZS Manawanui ran aground off Samoa on Saturday, prompting a rescue and recovery operation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Ldv8qZ

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P9QtqxU

Google threatened with being broken up by US

The US Government considers whether Google should spin off the Android operating system and Chrome browser. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pMqEjoW

Google DeepMind co-founder shares Nobel Chemistry Prize

The announcement was made by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Sweden. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9n8zPIR

Kenyan MPs to vote on deputy president's impeachment

Rigathi Gachagua, 59, denies accusations of corruption and practising ethnically divisive politics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h3fRF0q

Argentina politician eyes breakaway province plan

A minister in Buenos Aires province sparks controversy by suggesting that it could become independent. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mIJTuqZ

'Godfather of AI' shares Nobel Physics Prize

Two scientists share the Nobel Prize for Physics for their work on machine learning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TU2KsiG

Save the Children offices raided in Guatemala

The charity said it was aware of activity at its Guatemalan offices, and deny any wrongdoing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3mOWYK8

Japan's government admits editing cabinet photo

A government spokesperson admitted "minor editing" had been made to the image after online speculation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8RPQWmc

Author to go on trial in France for downplaying Rwanda genocide

French-Cameroonian writer Charles Onana faces trial in Paris over a controversial book about the killings. from BBC News https://ift.tt/keGSOpa

'Bags of sweets amid rubble of flattened Beirut building'

'Bags of sweets amid rubble of flattened Beirut building' from BBC News https://ift.tt/OfLMTmX

New Zealand loses first naval ship to sea since WW2

The HMNZS Manawanui ran aground while surveying a reef off the coast of Samoa before sinking. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1KfV07B

Fresh faces in Mozambique's poll as independence era leaders bow out

A watershed poll will see a shift at the top with a new era of post-colonial leaders vying for power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FrJQeHv

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FbtnAol

Setback for black student punished over dreadlocks

Darryl George was suspended from his Houston-area high school over his dreadlocks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/59Hj8yz

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zGWZ16v

Lebanon hospitals close as Israeli strikes hit health facilities

The World Health Organisation says at least 37 facilities have shut and dozens of medical staff have died. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KUhlPyt

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kfq70nJ

Floods and landslides leave 14 dead in Bosnia

Towns and villages cut off and homes are almost submerged by flash floods in central Bosnia-Herzegovina. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aHDrfym

Watch: Elephants escape floodwaters in Thailand

The elephants were evacuated from flash flooding at a sanctuary near Chiang Mai, Thailand. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BjiVl5X

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ciDPeal

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pvgDiHq

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xPWR1FO

UN chief banned from Israel in row over Iran

Israel bars António Guterres for failing to condemn Tuesday's missile attack by Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hHpAdCM

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/it80cgb

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eS47jZi

VP debates rarely matter - the Walz v Vance showdown is different

In a tight US election race, every opportunity to generate positive attention and political momentum is precious. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UFi9f8w

Huge fireball seen as Israel strikes Yemen port

Footage appears to show Israeli strike on the Yemeni port of Hudaydah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eN6Jayn

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7WTrDIi

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4iXlqBJ

Far right in Austria projected to win election race

Austria's Freedom Party heads for an unprecedented poll victory under Herbert Kickl, projections say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zXeUEwn

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fer3tpP

What I found on the secretive tropical island they don't want you to see

BBC reporter gains access to the remote ocean territory despite UK and US attempts to stop her. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EnHzDjU

What is Hezbollah and why is Israel attacking Lebanon?

Escalating cross-border hostilities have heightened fears of an all-out conflict. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pSNnudM

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ct78ZKf

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pg7sKX0

Argentina records sharp rise in poverty

More than half of people in Argentina are now living in poverty, latest figures indicate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jJDLoVT

Myanmar rebels reject embattled junta's peace offer

The offer comes after battlefield losses and defections in the three-year-long civil war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HGPnfId

Raging waters and rescues as Hurricane Helene hits Florida

The category four storm hammered Florida's coast, bringing heavy rains and strong winds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CXevfRF

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7wLuCVG

Escalating Trump row looms over Zelensky's US visit

Republicans accused Zelensky of election interference, after he visited an arms factory with top Democrats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/APe8K9x

Storm Helene strengthens as it heads to Mexico and Florida

The tropical storm is forecast to strengthen into a category-three hurricane by Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UkyVjxB

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1XBcdbG

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CWyQiHR

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zp7Maxi

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NkTC3KM

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 from BBC News https://ift.tt/NKaWjEP

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xArSl9q

Kenya to send 600 more police officers to Haiti

This will bring the Kenyan contingent helping Haitian police fight gangs up to 1,000. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1RI3Twi

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rxZaIQu

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'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xeKHlkZ

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xc4IWa1

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/wShcZ9u

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W7HXS5t

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wP9B5s3

Nintendo sues 'Pokémon with guns' video game firm

The Japanese company alleges that the Palworld video game "infringes multiple patent rights". from BBC News https://ift.tt/foKhDEJ

How the Hezbollah exploding pagers attack unfolded

Twelve people, including a child, have been killed after pagers exploded, Lebanon's health minister says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UFTbqyL

Chased out by protesters, a political dynasty plots its comeback

The Rajapaksas had a vice-like grip on Sri Lanka until they were chased from power. Could they return? from BBC News https://ift.tt/BvZFi3c

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kKNrOcR

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/weYQxn3

Watch: Baby Reindeer steals spotlight at Emmy Awards

The hugely popular but also controversial British TV hit, wins four major awards. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JRAKsE2

Death toll rises in flood-hit central Europe

Several people have died across the Czech Republic, Austria, Romania and Poland following devastating floods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dg2A5Ui

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VOk3DbG

'I tried to say no repeatedly': More men accuse ex-Abercrombie boss over sex events

New witnesses tell the BBC fresh details about the sophisticated operation they say exploited them for sex. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ksdk61v

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JdWIKGa

Trump vows mass deportations from town rocked by 'pet-eating' lies

Trump says Springfield in Ohio has been "destroyed" and repeats baseless claim that migrants are eating pets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W8lrQi9

US imposes new sanctions on Russian state media

Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused the outlet RT of engaging in "global covert activities". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rlvw3YB

Myanmar hit by deadly floods after Typhoon Yagi

Myanmar's ruling junta has requested foreign aid as large areas are inundated, state-run media report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V0b3MAd

Israeli special forces 'raid missile site in Syria'

US media say the operation included special forces who rappelled down from helicopters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tw187SZ

Watch: US freight train crashes into military vehicle

Dash cam footage shows the moment a freight train crashes into a Howitzer in South Carolina. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FdVIym5

Biden wears Trump hat as 9/11 unity gesture, says White House

The US president borrows the trademark Republican cap after joking with fire fighters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Lwc2WbX

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ldA8Xaf

Clashes outside Argentine Congress after veto of pension rise

The protesters - many of them pensioners - tore down police barriers and hurled stones at police in Buenos Aires. from BBC News https://ift.tt/epKG631

Banana wine brings sweet taste of success to Malawi farmers

Emily Nkhana shares tips with the BBC on how to make banana wine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZtY0Jhl

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b68dAJH

Dozens arrested after clashes at Melbourne anti-war protest

Police said officers were targeted by demonstrators throwing rocks, manure and bottles containing acid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wx2fciN

US election polls: Who is ahead - Harris or Trump?

An in-depth look at the polls and what they can and can’t tell us about who will win the White House. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cprPbmO

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XUxWuEl

Tanzania leader condemns killing of opposition figure doused in acid

President Samia Soluhu Hassan says she won't tolerate such "brutal acts". from BBC News https://ift.tt/kCJiYRO

‘Tate raped and strangled us’ - women give first-hand accounts to BBC

Two women describe being attacked by the controversial social media influencer when he lived in Luton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R9xUuvW

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iCv6rOz

Chinese giant Chery could build cars in UK

Chery is weighing up the possibility of building cars in the UK, according to a senior executive. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sNYZdxc

Rise of far right in Germany’s east isn’t over yet

AfD support continues to rise in Germany, driven by anger over immigration and weapons for Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WBg7F51

Girls boarding school engulfed by fire in Kenya

Three children are injured days after 21 children died in a fire at another Kenyan school. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UFcK6JL

World order 'under threat not seen since Cold War'

MI6 and CIA warn of threats such as the war in Ukraine, Islamic State and the Israel-Gaza conflict. from BBC News https://ift.tt/snXTrfv

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iGmJhwk

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iGmJhwk

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vkalp6Y

Mixed jobs report adds to US economy concerns

Employers added 142,000 jobs in August, figures show, which was less than expected. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6X9ihBe

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SO0taLd

Uncertainty for families as China ends foreign adoptions

Beijing has given little reason for the change, only saying it was line with international agreements. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iLfquVT

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yK04vFX

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nJhcXYM

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wZh5cS8

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HWgfqVj

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6z7H5uL

Raygun apologises to Australian breakdancing community

Rachael Gunn says sorry after her zero score at the Olympics prompted ridicule and made global headlines. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5tEQvOB

Ugandan athlete in hospital after Kenya petrol attack

The 33-year-old distance runner is currently receiving treatment for 75% burns, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0gtfzsM

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vv7T0cb

Scholz urges firewall against far right after election win

The German Chancellor called the results of Sunday's state elections "worrying" and "bitter". from BBC News https://ift.tt/KHTwBsu

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iLKNqv3

Trump signals backing for Florida marijuana legalisation

The US presidential hopeful appeared to signal his support, placing him at odds with other Republicans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e2ca9gA

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/U9PHmqb

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9yKp1cL

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LzYtbwX

US rapper Fatman Scoop dies aged 53

The New Yorker, who has collaborated with artists like Mariah Carey, collapsed during a gig in Connecticut. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Xc48s1B

Russia searches for missing helicopter with 22 on board

The helicopter went down while carrying tourists in Russia's far-east, officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WUzHMCD

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ib3LrJz

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vBar2GU

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C8ql4cU

Fugitive Italian kidnapper arrested in Argentina

Police arrest a man wanted in Italy for decades for a kidnapping carried out by the Red Brigades. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5aNlnUp

Homes bulldozed in Timor-Leste ahead of Pope visit

Government says thousands are living illegally in area where the pontiff will celebrate mass. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hfM3IDV

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bpLdBGu

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Yz0MOT5

Telegram repeatedly refuses to join child protection schemes

BBC learns platform does not comply with industry norms as its boss remains under arrest in Paris. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SOAbUzu

Hostage rescued by Israel tells of 'cruel captivity'

Kaid Farhan Elkadi was rescued in a "complex operation" in Gaza, the Israeli military said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sb0uxV2

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pnwhkEy

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EdnbxX6

Canada hits China-made electric cars with 100% tariff

The move comes after similar announcements, including in the US and European Union. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cYHztC5

Zuckerberg regrets bowing to Biden 'pressure' over Covid

The billionaire says White House officials pressured Meta to remove content 'for months' in 2021. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eg7BTun

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jbyQYDM

Uber fined £246m for personal data transfer

The Dutch watchdog said the transfers were a "serious violation" of EU data protection regulation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FCjoBUA

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'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HbCVKrG

Anthony Fauci recovering from West Nile virus

The former chief medical adviser is now recovering at home after suffering fever and chills. from BBC News https://ift.tt/khWEQB7

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pM14OGI

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F308EJZ

Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners after Kursk offensive

The swap is the first since Ukraine first began its incursion into Russia on 6 August. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K41eLCY

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/glumvJb

Thailand confirms first Asian case of new Mpox strain

The European man flew into Thailand from an unnamed African country last week, officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AWXwurL

Night three at the DNC: Oprah, 'cat ladies' and coach Walz

The Democratic National Convention's third night in Chicago featured a folksy 'coach' Tim Walz, Oprah Winfrey and a host of other big names. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LPIADTU

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1jGdEIf

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0nJvB3z

Andrew Tate's Romania homes raided as inquiry widens

The internet personality's home was raided by Romanian police on Wednesday morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/038REsq

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 from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZPlFC7N

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QU8Hjfx

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2lumABC

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z8mVoWv

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1QNeknO

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/spwz2Ic

Hamas claims Tel Aviv bomb explosion as suicide attack

Israeli security forces said Sunday's blast killed the suspected attacker and injured a passer-by. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lIKS5Eg

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GAY4xp1

Watch: Russian earthquake triggers volcanic eruption

Homes shook and ash covered the roads after an earthquake caused the Shiveluch volcano to erupt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ogM5l1p

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JNdPoQF

Zaporizhzhia nuclear safety deteriorating, says UN

It follows a drone strike near the site's perimeter in Russian-occupied Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QI8Snma

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KcCtfb9

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wW7uxFO

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eM4yjB2

Supplies delivered to ISS as astronauts remain stranded

The crew aboard the International Space Station includes two Nasa astronauts stuck on a mission. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WsSdzBD

Sabotage fears prompt water scare near German base

Officials have warned of possible attacks as Germany supports Ukraine in its war against Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/INwpEgu

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7kOFXDi

Could Trump really deport one million immigrants?

The mass deportation of undocumented immigrants would face legal and practical challenges - and cost billions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1T730Sn

More than half of Puerto Rico without power as Hurricane Ernesto strengthens

Almost 1m buildings do not have access to electricity after Ernesto swept across the Caribbean island. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IfPMONJ

Columbia University president resigns after Gaza protests turmoil

Minouche Shafik's resignation comes a year after she took the position at the Ivy League university. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fcxVzMA

Argentina's ex-president accused of abusing partner

Alberto Fernández's ex-partner alleges psychological threats and physical aggression - charges he denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1xSdcHl

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2slLXxf

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CzkHul5

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/13tKmXd

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zxENyf5

Tanzania's opposition leaders freed on bail

About 520 people were arrested in a nationwide crackdown to prevent Chadema from holding a youth rally. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1Swe8QV

FBI probes claims Iran hacked Trump campaign

The FBI confirmed it is investigating Trump's claims his campaign was hacked by Iranian agents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eqFctk3

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DH20JEK

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZvemOG7

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nWYsR7Z

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q2uSmgU

Landslide at Uganda rubbish dump kills 12

Rescuers are continuing to dig through the waste in the hope of finding more survivors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A25rJBX

US athlete stripped of bronze as online abuse condemned

American gymnast Jordan Chiles has been stripped of the bronze medal she won in the women's floor final after a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cntLOag

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QDzbeHy

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WCRwhtA

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hUjH4es

Chinese port rocked by huge container ship blast

Surveillance footage captured the moment of the explosion at Ningbo-Zhoushan Port in Zhejiang. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZUicf5a

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uh8IlGb

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yYskr27

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7VLYTsW

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x4ErGvQ

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yMEkrql

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GZkroaC

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D3bWpOL

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/io3pGsu

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2f6akMd

Watch: Bangladesh protesters storm prime minister's palace

Bengali TV aired live footage of protesters storming Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's official residence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZrUdi9j

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pv87OkR

Watch: Dawn spectacle as Mount Etna erupts

Europe's tallest volcano, Mount Etna, putting on a lava and smoke show over Sicily. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IiPULWu

Nigerian president demands end to deadly protests

He says he has heard Nigerians' pain but the demonstrations - set to last 10 days - must stop. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yV5hqYg

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fG4qda6

Iran says Haniyeh killed by short-range projectile

Western media reports suggest Israel's secret service planted bombs inside the building Haniyeh was staying in. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9NRpgKh

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9YPR6cH

Watch: Supercell tornado sweeps through eastern Spain

There was "no major damage" caused by the tornado, according to the mayor of El Toro. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G3tnc56

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D7y9UCH

Nigerians hit with 24-hour curfews amid protests

Millions in the north have been ordered to stay indoors as nationwide anti-government protests continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4RoWVGw

Mourners gather as Hamas leader Haniyeh is buried in Qatar

Ismail Haniyeh’s burial caps a week of soaring tensions in the Middle East. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZQYeXdx

‘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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8crKYJQ

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dDY4I60

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RqXepBo

'Slave auction' pupils to face disciplinary in South Africa

Viral footage appears to show schoolchildren in Cape Town "selling" off black classmates. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vj8V75p

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VwnsJEv

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T9RPLXf

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". from BBC News https://ift.tt/2aJ53gI

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Un2hJiI

Taiwan and China reach deal over fishermen's deaths

It comes five months after two Chinese fishermen died following a sea chase by Taiwan's coast guard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ej8fqwK

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YtIp8d2

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xQqRY2K

Man arrested over suspected French railway vandalism

Police sources told local media the 28-year-old was found acting suspiciously near a railway site. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2jiS4zs

Watch: Venezuela's Maduro declared winner in disputed vote

Both Maduro and González, the opposition candidate, have claimed victory in this presidential election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B0lDzI9

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xo5MaVi

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TfaNlSG

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yTwkqjQ

Nine die in DR Congo gospel concert chaos

Police and organisers face questions after reports of overcrowding at one of Africa's biggest stadiums. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RYTALFk

First images of Jasper after 100m high wildfire hit

The fierce wildfire in the Canadian town melted cars to the road and turned homes to ash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K60xCew

Olympian sorry to wife for losing wedding ring in Seine

The World Champion blamed "losing too many kilos" and "irrepressible enthusiasm" for the mishap. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kdXjZPi

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lSjxsB0

Israeli strike on Gaza school 'kills 30'

Israel said Hamas was using the school, but Gaza's health ministry said most victims were children. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VjzTPW9

Death penalty fears for Niger ex-president - lawyer

A year on from the coup ousted President Mohamed Bazoum may face treason charges, his lawyers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d91oyL2

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VjE3D9H

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3voeCVr

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C3UPj9S

Swiss limit tourist access in bid to bring back edelweiss

Swiss authorities decide to fence off pastures from tourists in search of the perfect picture. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qx854zj

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W3Tyl1X

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IzaK3pC

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zsASxe7

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZYpr6GR

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? from BBC News https://ift.tt/GZyr2Yw

Seized Mexican cartel 'monster trucks' destroyed

The vehicles, which often feature homemade armour, are used as a show of force by cartels. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wn0AGOz

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ePCh4Rn

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Uso5Xum

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lzX3rZa

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 from BBC News https://ift.tt/mIQ4GrB

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Is5o7x9

How China swerved worst of global tech meltdown

Very few organisations will buy software from the US firm, partly thanks to its criticism of Beijing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SVzB59A

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cZgrAte

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/plIPYhg

San Diego Zoo pandas make official debut

Yun Chuan and Xin Bao are the first pandas to enter the US in 21 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XFz9ZRj

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TkPivdN

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g0yWGud

Namibia refuses to extend visa for Ugandan monarch

Namibian authorities are said to be unhappy at the harassment of their diplomatic officials. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FewhEKM

French priest accused of sexual assaults 17 years after death

The reputation of the revered anti-poverty campaigner Abbé Pierre, who died in 2007, has been tarnished by sex assault allegations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rvd3t86

Lewd tourist antics on Florence statue lead to outrage

The photos spark angry reactions from social media users, some of whom call for the woman's arrest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/78shIo3

Country star sorry for singing US anthem drunk

Ingrid Andress was widely derided for her erratic rendition before baseball's Home Run Derby. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FWEC2Bq

Indian man stuck in lift for 42 hours thought he would die

Ravindran Nair entered a hospital lift on Saturday afternoon. He was rescued on Monday morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K7853iH

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2xj18oF

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YyCiZ1R

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u24YX9W

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/scOgeQZ

Stars pay tribute to 'force of nature' Doherty

Co-stars remember Shannen Doherty as a "beloved" actress with "heart, courage and kindness". from BBC News https://ift.tt/jHAZf1K

Gambia’s parliament rejects bill to allow FGM

Human rights groups had urged MPs to block the bill, introduced after pressure from Muslim clerics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DyNK9ti

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gAIn2d9

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lWiVfEU

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CrNw5Xe

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nZd7VbG

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8tTlp7y

Celebrity sex therapist Dr Ruth Westheimer dies at 96

Known as Dr Ruth, she advocated for open conversations about sex and intimate topics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K4yHpiQ

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VmBJeco

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xKYoP4n

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DMy4OvB

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VC0dalT

Moment slackline record attempt goes wrong

Jaan Roose fell short of claiming the world record in Italy after falling before the finish line. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pVCPAv8

Shackleton's Endurance ship gets extra protection

Antarctic Treaty nations agree to a plan to preserve one of the world's greatest shipwrecks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GTUfYMi

Australia appoints special envoy to tackle antisemitism

The government said the advisory role will help allay rising community tension over the Israel-Gaza war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zlk0b9J

Israeli forces bombard Gaza City as tanks re-enter central areas

Residents say they are seeing some of the heaviest strikes since the war began nine months ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sBzw5m8

More senior Democrats privately say Biden should step aside

The group reportedly voiced concerns in a call about the president's fitness to win the US election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8zAgac3

Boeing to plead guilty to criminal fraud charge

Families of the people who died on the flights five years ago have criticised it as a "sweetheart deal". from BBC News https://ift.tt/512ALYW

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MSXA93q

Shock and horror at scene of Gaza blast

At least 16 people died and dozens were injured in the strike, according to early reports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z2grT6B

Mass tourism protesters squirt water at Barcelona tourists

Thousands of people in the Spanish city have been taking part in demonstrations against mass tourism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3yD56Za

Mass tourism protesters squirt water at Barcelona tourists

Thousands of people in the Spanish city have been taking part in demonstrations against mass tourism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3yD56Za

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h4XnTYm

Kimchi blamed for mass sickness in South Korea

Around 1,000 people are suffering diarrhoea and vomiting linked to one city's school meals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7metZwh

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/anUvR6u

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F7CsDo6

Debris flies through air as tornado hits China city

Eyewitness footage shows a funnel-shaped column ripping through Shandong province. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xfRlQud

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ep0ZhdF

Tanzanian artist who burned president's picture jailed

The 24-year-old painter outraged some Tanzanians but critics say the punishment is too harsh. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kJCjDuq

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pQcTobX

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SwPTlA1

India preacher denies blame for crush deaths

Bhole Baba, who led the festival where some 120 people died, will co-operate with investigations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/izockQA

Greece starts six-day working week for some industries

The country says the policy will help boost economic growth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AaD3PnN

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xPsVtjC

Iconic Parisian drag club Chez Michou closes

The club, famed for bringing drag entertainment to France in the 1950s, inspired the movie The Birdcage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/njBZoHe

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/znj4cpX

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TFfECki

Emotional Usher accepts lifetime achievement award

In his acceptance speech, Usher said "getting here hasn't been easy, but it's been worth it". from BBC News https://ift.tt/CM5h7Yt

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EmLkgcB

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a4fiQJ6

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CYX6IAH

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PlpOS5X

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lcpINf2

Serbian officer shot with crossbow outside Israeli embassy

The policeman was wounded in the neck before shooting the attacker dead, officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/geOcPBR

Clashes break out near German far-right conference

Tens of thousands of protesters have gathered outside an Alternative for Germany (AfD) meeting in Essen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4eG93OZ

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AB7YSa4

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e8tvLHA

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/24TjzFm

Trump evades debate questions on accepting election results

Throughout the debate, Trump also repeated falsehoods on voter fraud, abortion and the 6 January riot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x6gOCTV

EU leaders to agree on top jobs despite Meloni discontent

The Italian leader has made it clear she resents having been left out of a deal to divide up the EU's top jobs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KGpWyTD

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

It all started when the presidential palace in La Paz was stormed by soldiers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fzBPhjA

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4L8rpwZ

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Se542Vg

Zelensky sacks top general accused of incompetence

Lt-Gen Yuriy Sodol, from his post after public criticism about excessive casualties and accusations of incompetence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dSZFjck

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YMPjJ1b

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x9TihW0

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/umj3lSh

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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k0eZqbz