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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