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Watch: Furious fans invade pitch at Messi event in India

Thousands of adoring supporters had paid up to 12,000 rupees (£100; $133) to catch a glimpse of the football star. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uBovnbY

Turkish car ferry damaged in strike at Ukrainian port

Ukraine's president has blamed Russia for the attack as Turkey called for a suspension of strikes on shipping and ports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zeJcby0

A new Bollywood film is dividing opinions in India and Pakistan

An espionage thriller set in Pakistan, Dhurandhar has provoked a sharp debate over its political messaging. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5hqQ1kS

'It was little kids': Taylor Swift breaks down as she talks of Southport attack

The singer met met families and victims of the Southport stabbing attack, backstage during her Eras tour last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rjF8SQ1

Venezuelan Nobel winner tells BBC people risked their lives for her to come to Oslo

The Venezuelan opposition leader talked about she escaped Venezuela after months in hiding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jq7YkrJ

Moment skydiver's parachute wraps around plane wing

Footage shows the skydiver stuck on the wing before cutting himself free and continuing with dive. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3mzgqTj

Trump criticises 'decaying' European countries and 'weak' leaders

The UK praises Europe's "strength" after Trump says countries fail to control migration or take action to end the Ukraine war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w1RWctV

Zohran Mamdani confirms he will live in historic Gracie Mansion as New York mayor

It was not clear if he would stay in his rent-stabilised apartment in the borough of Queens. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lM3esOH

CCTV shows Matisse heist suspects making off with artworks on foot

Brazilian officials say thieves held up a security guard and an elderly couple before making off with the artworks on foot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SEYqsDf

Water leak in Louvre damages hundreds of books

The leak in the Egyptian department comes just weeks after a jewellery heist that put the museum's security infrastructure under scrutiny. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TLVHoug

Syrians share their thoughts one year on from the fall of Assad

The BBC's Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega speaks to Syrians about how life has changed since the revolution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XCZDEbP

Watch: Moment Hawaii volcano eruption engulfs camera

Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has been erupting intermittently since December last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rm4xbfs

Katy Perry goes Instagram official with Justin Trudeau

The pop star posted a string of photographs of herself and the former Canadian Prime Minster. from BBC News https://ift.tt/83a5SiW

Death toll from devastating Indonesia floods passes 900

More than 100,000 homes were destroyed when powerful rains lashed the South East Asian country last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Uuv0kCb

Watch: Moment Hawaii volcano eruption engulfs camera

Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has been erupting intermittently since December last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rm4xbfs

Lured by lucrative job offers and sent to fight for Russia - Kenyans want their sons back

Kenyan families whose sons have been duped into fighting for Russia demand they be brought home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w58URdo

Putin says Russia ready to supply 'uninterrupted' fuel to India

Deals have been signed in civil nuclear energy and critical minerals during the Russian PM's stay in India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TSoPawQ

Kenya signs landmark health deal with US despite data fears

Kenya becomes the first African country to secure US health funding since cuts to foreign aid by Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TGiP6Zd

Netflix reportedly closes in on Warner Bros deal

The streaming giant has emerged as the top bidder ahead of rivals Comcast and Paramount Skydance, reports say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GNr4XnI

Previously unseen images of Epstein's island released

The new images come as a deadline for the broader release of documents held by the US government looms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dlk9Zvf

'The apprehension is palpable': Minnesota's Somali community braces for immigration crackdown

Somali-Americans tell of their heightened fear after the US president intensified his criticism of the community. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ihWaAFo

Watch: Newly released video shows Jeffrey Epstein's private island home

Democrats released a new tranche of materials obtained through a subpoena to the US Virgin Islands, where the residence is located. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VvRycsO

Steve Rosenberg: Putin showing no signs of compromise

The BBC's Russia Editor shares his analysis after five hours of peace talks between the Russians and the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Ox9GjH

Australia is banning social media for kids under 16. How will it work?

The world-first law aims to reduce the risks children face online, but critics fear it may not work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5YLEUsj

Pope prays at Beirut port blast site on last day of Lebanon visit

Pope Leo XIV demanded justice for the more than 200 victims of the disaster, at the end of his three-day visit to Lebanon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RVA1ckT

Mangione in court as lawyers seek to rule out notebook, gun and other key evidence

A legal expert explains how the defence could stand to gain even if their longshot bid fails this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kDRM4yq

'Hung by my wrists and beaten': Israeli-Russian woman says Iraqi militants tortured her in captivity

Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was freed in September, tells the BBC that her two years in captivity left her physically and mentally scarred. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M3YihU2

Four dead in Russian attack as diplomatic efforts to end war continue

As US negotiating teams continue to hold talks with Moscow and Kyiv, Russia's attacks on Ukraine continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j2X0lto

More than 120,000 home cameras hacked for 'sexploitation' footage

The cameras were located in private homes, karaoke rooms, a Pilates studio and a gynaecologist's clinic. from BBC News https://ift.tt/khUDpVS

Benjamin Netanyahu seeks pardon from Israel's president

"An immediate end to the trial would greatly help lower the flames and promote broad reconciliation," Israel's PM says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DMnFB4A

Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146 as thousands pay respects

Authorities say they have completed searches of four of the towers as part of a criminal probe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5yqJjA7

More than 70,000 killed in Gaza since Israel offensive began, Hamas-run health ministry says

Two young brothers were among the latest killed - reportedly in an Israeli air strike as the Gaza ceasefire remains fragile. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZLir4US

Fall of Zelensky's top aide - reboot for Kyiv or costly shake-up?

A widening corruption scandal forced Ukraine's second most powerful person, Andriy Yermak, to resign. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tb5gvK9

Guinea-Bissau coup was a sham, West African political figures say

Senegal's prime minister and Nigeria's former leader say they do not believe the military takeover was genuine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4l0HSoq

Trump says he will pardon ex-Honduras president convicted of drug trafficking

Juan Orlando Hernández was sentenced in the US to 45 years behind bars for conspiring to smuggle cocaine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hcxy36I

Reform or rights rollback? India's sweeping labour law overhaul sparks debate

Companies have given the changes a thumbs-up but trade unions say the laws further weaken worker rights. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aw4crKA

Pope Leo arrives in Turkey on first foreign trip of papacy

He will gather with leaders of other Christian traditions in Nicaea and celebrate Mass in Beirut. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DG4rqQn

Police investigate theft of four dogs from Malawi presidential palace

Police search ex-President Chakwera's residence after a suspect said the dogs were being kept there. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sqozC8D

Can Canada wait out the trade war with the US?

Canada’s prime minister is weighing a trip to Washington after recently suggesting he is in no rush to reboot derailed trade talks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Yqo5KrI

Deadly fire engulfs Hong Kong apartment blocks

Video footage shows large plumes of smoke billowing up into the sky, as firefighters on cranes try and put out the blaze. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qQvCcMV

Tanzania cancels independence day celebrations after election unrest

The opposition has been rallying people to gather on that day to protest against post-poll killings. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kxen9Sd

Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff dies, aged 81

The musician was known for hits like You Can Get It If You Really Want and I Can See Clearly Now. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FJ03psS

Michelin-starred Australian chef Skye Gyngell dies aged 62

Skye Gyngell, a former private chef to Nigella Lawson and Madonna, was diagnosed with skin cancer last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o3s0qK9

Cameroon's opposition leader in The Gambia after fleeing for his safety

The Gambian government says it is hosting Tchiroma Bakary on humanitarian grounds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sFDaAjU

'No one will support it': Ukraine's soldiers react to US peace plan

Ukrainian soldiers at the front are angry, defiant and resigned after US plan became public. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NCQGHFl

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

Best known for the iconic role of Veeru in the all-time great Sholay, Dharmendra was India's "most handsome actor". from BBC News https://ift.tt/AygF1pe

Who killed young Chechen woman who fled Russia for a life of freedom?

Aishat Baimuradova fled her home this year in the hope of living the way she wanted, but she was then found dead in her rented flat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eNAwdEZ

Ukraine's allies voice concerns over US plan to end war

Leaders from Europe, Canada and Japan say the plan needs "additional work" but includes elements "essential for a just and lasting peace". from BBC News https://ift.tt/u9ZEkU5

Family of missing Colombian seek answers after US strike on alleged drug boat

Lizbeth Perez's uncle has not been seen since a boat was hit in international waters in September. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sPou452

Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev: Putin propagandist or key to peace with Ukraine?

Putin's envoy finds himself under the spotlight over a draft peace plan that emerged after he spent days with Steve Witkoff in Miami. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yDrHkiF

What do we know about the Epstein files?

US President Donald Trump has approved a bill that orders the release of material from investigations into Epstein, the late sex offender. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dAZXCj4

Turkey set to host COP31 after reaching compromise with Australia

Australia will now support the Turkish bid to host the climate talks in return for their minister chairing them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kjw9Bb7

Ripley's revealed as buyer of $12m golden toilet

The first edition of Maurizio Cattelan's work was stolen from Blenheim Palace in 2019. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dESpeQN

The only 'no' vote on releasing Epstein files

The resounding vote in favour of the Epstein bill, 427-1, marks a rare moment of bipartisanship on Capitol Hill that was - almost - unanimous. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nh6L2Cg

A Chinese firm bought an insurer for CIA agents - part of Beijing's trillion dollar spending spree

When an insurer for FBI and CIA agents was sold to a Chinese entity, it led the US to tighten investment laws. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0DOCWRo

Ukraine to get up to 100 French-made Rafale fighter jets

President Volodymyr Zelensky hails a "historic" deal aimed at boosting Ukraine's defences against deadly Russian air attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kbrUXBV

Moment Ex-Bangladesh leader Sheikh Hasina's sentence is announced

Hasina has called the court's decision "biased and politically motivated" in a statement released after the verdict. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HUfM3PV

Communist and far-right candidates head to Chile presidential run-off

The Communist Party's Jeanette Jara will face far-right candidate José Antonio Kast in the second round of voting in December. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lf8q4xv

Thirteen injured after demolition derby car hits crowd in Australia

The car was taking part in the race in New South Wales when it drove through a fence and hit the grandstand, police said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xF07eik

US and UK warn of major e-visa data breach in Somalia

Tens of thousands of people's personal data has been leaked online, according to the US embassy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j68keEI

Russian drone slams into block of flats in deadly wave of strikes across Kyiv

Six people are killed in Kyiv, and Ukraine targets one of Russia's biggest oil ports on the Black Sea coast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jN8eQJb

Second brother of French anti-drugs campaigner shot dead in Marseille

Investigators fear the murder of a second brother of Amine Kessaci is meant as a warning to him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2cSNjGv

Freed British-Egyptian activist not allowed to fly to UK, family says

Alaa Abdel Fattah was Egypt's best known political prisoner until seven weeks ago, when he was released from jail. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CvqX0sl

Australian schools shut over asbestos risk in children's sand

The Australian regulator has recalled several sand products used by children for play, but says the risk from them is "low". from BBC News https://ift.tt/StkAIvm

'There's a bit of anxiety': Stranger Things cast and creators on the show's end

After five seasons the show is coming to an end, but a spin-off is already in development. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Np4PDiu

Russia's AI robot falls seconds after being unveiled

Footage shows the moment Russia's first anthropomorphic robot fell just seconds after its debut from BBC News https://ift.tt/9Mfcia5

Brothers charged with South African rapper's murder after extradition

The Ndimande brothers returned after a lengthy battle to block their extradition from Eswatini. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7wNXQng

'There was blood everywhere': Delhi residents recount horror of huge car explosion

Eyewitnesses describe what they saw after the blast near the Red Fort in the Indian capital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/72Axz6g

Gaddafi's youngest son released after 10 years in Lebanese detention

The Lebanese authorities seized Mr Gaddafi, now 49, in 2015 and held him without trial. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O7g3YFZ

Ahead of the G20, is Johannesburg's city centre in ruins?

Some residents in the heart of the South African city are living amid sewage in derelict buildings run by criminal gangs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SB3Pktd

Thousands take to Lisbon streets over proposed labour laws

The government wants to make it easier for employers to fire people and to limit some compassionate leave. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0hu3F7g

'They went and never came back': Honouring Kenya's forgotten World War soldiers

Thousands of Kenyans, who fought for Britain, are buried in unknown locations and were never commemorated. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bNAyLXh

Viktor Orban's dilemma - Russian oil or Trump's favour

Trump's closest ally in Europe will head to Washington in the midst of a disagreement over Russian oil. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aDpbMAd

Miss Universe contestants stage walkout after organiser berates Miss Mexico

Miss Mexico, Fatima Bosch, said Nawat Itsaragrisil was 'not respectful' at a pre-pageant ceremony on Tuesday from BBC News https://ift.tt/KdUnySC

In Mamdani's New York win, India's Nehru finds an echo

At his New York victory rally, Zohran Mamdani gave a nod to Nehru’s iconic speech marking India's independence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CifQmqj

Antarctic glacier's rapid retreat sparks scientific 'whodunnit'

A new study suggests that changes to Hektoria Glacier are unprecedented - but not all scientists agree. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BIaNT2R

Nato 'will stand with Ukraine' to get long-lasting peace, senior official tells BBC

Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone tells the BBC the Russia-Ukraine war is bogged down, and it is "almost time to sit and talk". from BBC News https://ift.tt/XEGabn3

Justin Baldoni case against Blake Lively dismissed after deadline lapse

The actor and director's $400m lawsuit against his former co-star is formally ended by a US judge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h1Nv8k7

China to ease chip export ban in new trade deal, White House says

Nexperia chips are vital in car production and there were concerns from manufacturers about the damage a shortage could have. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ztsd4aD

Hurricane Melissa death toll rises to 28 in Jamaica

PM Andrew Holness warns of reports of possible fatalities still to be verified - suggesting the figure may yet rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uzMy8hx

Trump orders military to prepare plans for 'action' in Nigeria

The US president says his threat is over killings of Christians - though experts say there is no evidence they are disproportionately targeted. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zRjG5Np

Masked agents, tear gas, and raids: the tactics used in Trump's deportation drive

BBC Verify has gathered more than 70 videos to track how President Trump's illegal immigration crackdown has unfolded so far. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UkqFYs3

Defence of Donbas town a priority, Zelensky says, as special forces deployed

Army sources tell the BBC military intelligence special forces are being used to protect supply lines into Pokrovsk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BxK2HUI

Watch: Heidi Klum slithers into Halloween as Medusa

Stars turn out in their best Halloween costumes at Heidi Klum's annual party. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fa2w5NA

Japanese series that inspired Power Rangers to end after 50 years, reports say

The franchise is the inspiration for many other superhero shows that have aired in Asia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3uPA6b5

Russia's new nuclear weapons - real threat or Putin bluster?

This week alone, the Russian president unveiled two nuclear-capable weapons - but their value may be more symbolic than military. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tIhEsQ7

Jamaica's 'ground zero' - Assessing hurricane damage in Black River

The southwest of the island bore the full force Hurricane Melissa's 185 mph (295km/h) winds on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3jZgeyF

'Give your money away,' Billie Eilish tells billionaires

The singer called on the mega wealthy to donate more to charity, during a speech at the WSJ Awards attended by the likes of Mark Zuckerberg and George Lucas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HBYKAb9

Watch: US and China's different reports of their trade meeting

The BBC's Laura Bicker explains how the two nation's have reported on the trade negotiations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nE4Qh2P

Handshakes and whispers: Trump and Xi's meeting…in 73 seconds

Trump says the meeting with President Xi, which was their first face-to-face interaction since 2019, was a "great success". from BBC News https://ift.tt/LWZzF8P

Cameroon opposition leader to face legal action over election unrest, government says

The threat against Issa Tchiroma Bakary comes a day after he was declared the runner-up in disputed presidential polls. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e6ndPyW

Rare earths, Nobel nomination and cheers: Trump ends Japan leg of Asia tour

The red carpet was rolled out for Trump by Japan's Sanae Takaichi, who has only been prime minister since last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3qN6Q7s

Israel receives body Hamas says belongs to Gaza hostage

If confirmed by forensic testing, Hamas will have returned 16 of the 28 hostages it was holding before the start of the ceasefire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pk185oK

Inside Syria's jail for IS suspects as officials say attacks by group are rising

Kurdish counter-terrorism officials tell the BBC so-called Islamic State cells in Syria are regrouping and increasing attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rZIcjGV

Three killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv, officials say

At least 32 others were injured in the attack, including six children, the city's mayor says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EPmr9DU

'Brothers in the forest' - the fight to protect an isolated Amazon tribe

Peru's Mashco Piro face a struggle to survive in the 21st Century, but locals want to help them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nIrloQv

Ontario to stop running anti-tariff advert that angered Trump

The advertisement will be paused from Monday so "trade talks can resume" with the US, Doug Ford says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7gphwPO

Japanese tourist falls to death at Pantheon in Italy

Local media reports the 69-year-old had been sitting on a wall when he lost his balance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/250QUmF

'Mind-boggling' poker fraud used X-ray tables, high-tech glasses and NBA players

Prosecutors said the elaborate plot, which allegedly netted $7m from victims, belonged in a Hollywood film. from BBC News https://ift.tt/khd8xIp

We won't accept a stolen vote, Cameroon opposition leader tells BBC

Issa Tchiroma Bakary says he won the election and is not concerned about being arrested or put in jail. from BBC News https://ift.tt/53tYyKb

Huge noise then I yelled to get out - Louvre attendant recalls shock of heist

The attendant describes the moment thieves used an angle grinder to burst into the Gallery of Apollo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QAKLslz

EU set to endorse deal to turn frozen Russian assets into support for Ukraine

The contentious proposal would see Kyiv receive €140bn (£121bn) worth of frozen Russian state assets currently held in Belgium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fR3EiPp

EU set to endorse deal to turn frozen Russian assets into support for Ukraine

The contentious proposal would see Kyiv receive €140bn (£121bn) worth of frozen Russian state assets currently held in Belgium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fR3EiPp

Eight pupils suspended after video shows assault at South African school

The mother of one of the assault victims says he is a cancer survivor, according to reports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mUtnvbs

Israel identifies bodies of two hostages returned by Hamas

The recovery of Arie Zalmanowicz and Tamir Adar's remains means Hamas has returned 15 of the 28 deceased hostages held in Gaza before the ceasefire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zkLGj21

Louvre reopens three days after French crown jewels stolen

The world's most-visited museum shut its doors after jewels worth tens of millions were stolen on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DhsCuIk

Tornado hits Paris suburbs leaving one dead

A 23-year-old construction worked has been killed after a tornado tore through Val-d'Ois, north of Paris, on Monday, toppling three construction cranes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9Gq3leV

Toxic haze in Delhi despite 'green' Diwali

People in the city burst crackers late into Monday night, defying a court order to use only 'green' fireworks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sZholQP

'It's like a scene from a film' - Paris tourists surprised at Louvre jewel theft

The Louvre Museum in Paris remains closed to the public after robbers stole imperial jewels in broad daylight on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tjzfiV5

Everything we know about the Louvre jewellery heist

The world-famous museum in Paris is still closed on Monday after a masked gang raided one of its galleries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1OR7EDh

Colombia accuses US of 'murder' after strike on boat

President Gustavo Pedro says the vessel, which Donald Trump believes was carrying drugs, had its distress signal on when it was struck in September. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qSLCX2g

Mystery lingers weeks after missing schoolgirl found dead in pop star D4vd's Tesla

Questions around the up-and-coming TikTok star's connection to a teenage girl's death have eclipsed his career's rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3P6rXwg

Is this island the new Bali? Some think so - but not everyone's impressed

For locals, the promise of more tourism is a welcome opportunity - but they are also wary. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tCjug42

Father 'finally home', says daughter of dead hostage returned to Israel

The first of two bodies returned on Saturday has been identified as that of Ronen Engel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1XofkFs

'We're turning the tide on Gaza starvation crisis' - UN aid chief

Tom Fletcher told the BBC more aid trucks were entering Gaza, but that it was a "huge job" to get vital supplies to those in need. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i8rvVNs

'Have a great life!' Trump orders prison release of disgraced ex-lawmaker Santos

George Santos was jailed for seven years for stealing identities, including from members of his own family. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dhgn5Yl

'It's a joyous moment' - Brother of Prince Andrew accuser

Sky Roberts told BBC Newsnight the family has mixed emotions after the prince gave up his titles. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wM7kZ2n

Putin-Trump call a curveball for Zelensky ahead of White House meeting

The phone conversation, held while Zelensky was flying to Washington, stole a march on his big moment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2QuTkoN

US Governor wins $1.4m playing blackjack in Las Vegas

Billionaire JB Pritzker won the sum while on holiday with friends and family. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3oBWE8C

Venezuelan fishermen in fear after US strikes on boats in the Caribbean

At least 27 people have been killed in US strikes on alleged "narco-boats" in the Caribbean. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DWzV5BT

Clashes between police and Gen Z protesters in Peru leave one dead

The protests come just days after a new president was sworn in following Dina Boluarte's impeachment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vlH3gFU

Flights halted at Kenyan airport as thousands turn out to receive Odinga's body

A sudden influx of mourners prompted authorities to relocate the public viewing ceremony. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kBhWLIS

Row over bringing back military service splits German government

Plans to re-introduce military service have been thrown into chaos because of an 11th hour disagreement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2dgQnwb

'He transformed R&B forever' - Stars pay tribute to D’Angelo, after his death at 51

The Grammy-winning singer, who died of cancer, "transformed R&B forever", says Beyoncé. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8fGerqA

Bowen: Trump's role in Gaza ceasefire was decisive, but not a roadmap to peace

Trump's Middle East visit was a victory lap - but peace does not emerge just because a president decides it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L8EaShv

Watch: Freed prisoner finds family alive after thinking they had been killed

Shadi Abu Sido told the BBC an Israeli prison officer said his family had been killed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8sFBeUM

Cuban dissident begins US exile after release from jail

The outspoken critic of the Cuban government was released from jail after a request by the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mYNlBrh

Google to invest $15bn to build AI data hub in India

This is Google’s biggest investment outside the US , the firm's top executive says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YjFLRmS

Watch: Emotional moment mum video calls hostage son ahead of reunion

Einav Zangauker, the mother of a hostage freed from Hamas captivity and brought to Israel, spoke with him via video call for the first time in two years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YhIzkn3

Nuns escape fire at historic Italian monastery

Drone footage shows blaze destroying the historic Bernaga Monastery in Italy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yaj3MT5

Indian student captured by Ukraine joined Russian army to avoid drug charges, says mother

Gujarat’s Sahil Majothi joined the Russian army to avoid jail over alleged drug charges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6YSkbyh

Watch: North Korea shows off huge missile at military parade

Named the Hwasong-20, its size suggests that it could carry multiple nuclear warheads. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CbNKSHy

'They treated us like animals' - Inside the epicentre of deportations in New York City

Chaotic scenes have become routine in a federal immigration court in Manhattan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VAFUuBC

How Trump secured a Gaza breakthrough which eluded Biden

Trump's unique style and his relationships with key players helped but there were also factors beyond his control. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OWEDU4e

Macron will nominate new French prime minister in 48 hours

Sébastien Lecornu, the outgoing prime minister, said MPs recognise the pressing need to pass a budget by the end of the year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mwNt1qv

Burkina Faso junta detains NGO workers for 'spying'

The security minister says the NGO "collected and passed on sensitive security information" - which it denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hJ1Vs36

Watch: Moment helicopter crashes onto California interstate

One passenger was trapped under the aircraft and had to be rescued with the help of passing drivers who lifted the wreckage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t3ZhNEo

US Supreme Court rejects Ghislaine Maxwell appeal in Epstein case

The British socialite is serving a 20-year sentence on sex-trafficking charges related to Jeffrey Epstein. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HwWabl8

Tanzania issues social media warning after video calls for military 'action'

A purported air force captain urges the military chief to "take action" in a viral video. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PTJMHBh

Balloons used to smuggle cigarettes shut Lithuanian airport

Officials say 25 weather balloons carrying thousands of illicit cigarettes from Belarus were detected. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LYWa8Q7

Judge blocks Trump from sending troops from California to Portland

The decision late on Sunday comes a day after the same judge barred the deployment of troops from the state of Oregon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wyvrcdz

'I have everything to ruin you' - BBC tracks down sextortion scammer targeting teenage boys

The BBC challenges the scammers targeting teenagers like Evan Boettler, who took his own life just 90 minutes after being contacted. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hbjx83f

Shock in Gaza as Trump appears to welcome Hamas response to US peace plan

Hamas agreed to release the hostages and to the idea of handing over governing Gaza to Palestinian technocrats, but did not give a clear response to many other elements. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nCX6zdI

Billionaire populist Andrej Babis' party wins Czech parliamentary election

However, his ANO party falls short of an overall majority in preliminary results. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IshD9zi

Hamas response to US Gaza plan is significant - but there are key omissions

There is still a huge amount of detail to be worked through around how a ceasefire could be implemented. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wgUMqJZ

'When I stand, I feel dizzy': Deadly earthquake leaves Filipinos struggling in ghost towns

The powerful quake has killed 68 people, injured hundreds and destroyed homes and churches. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bjkqmRW

'It was very tough but I love life' - ex-hostage whose family were killed on 7 October

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The brutal torture and killing of the three women in Argentina sent shockwaves through the region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HteBpoV

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Young Peruvians clash with police in anti-government protests

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

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Thunberg denies claims Gaza flotilla is a publicity stunt

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At least 39 dead in crush at political rally in India

Tens of thousands had gathered at a campaign event for actor-turned-politician Vijay in India's southern state of Tamil Nadu. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5gEWH4S

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Slovakia passes law to recognise only two sexes and restrict adoption

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China launches campaign to keep killjoys off the internet

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

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Anger in Australia after telecom outage linked to deaths

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

President Emmanuel Macron, backed by several other European countries, described France's move as a "necessity". from BBC News https://ift.tt/rpbo0WQ

Watch: Philippines anti-corruption protests turn violent

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Key oceans treaty crosses threshold to come into force

Sixty states have ratified a global treaty to protect the oceans - it will become law in January. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KcXuDwf

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

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EU proposes curbs on trade with Israel over Gaza war

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

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

In an exclusive interview, Brazil's president says Trump is "not emperor of the world". from BBC News https://ift.tt/z37Jics

Trump clashes with Australian journalist over business deals in office

The US leader said the journalist was "hurting Australia very much" as he said he would meet the country's PM "very soon". from BBC News https://ift.tt/8cUP4eY

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

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Thousands of Palestinians flee as Israeli troops push into Gaza City

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

Russia imprisoned Dmytro shortly after its invasion of Ukraine in 2022. He was freed last month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uLeN93l

Conor McGregor ends bid to be Irish president

The MMA fighter says the decision comes after "careful reflection" and consultation with his family. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1RdBLpV

Conor McGregor ends bid to be Irish president

The MMA fighter says the decision comes after "careful reflection" and consultation with his family. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1RdBLpV

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

The court refused to strike down the entire law saying "the grant of stay is only in the rarest of rare category". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nl8pQh3

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

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The Indian city that sparkles like Paris at night

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ICE agent shoots dead man who tried to drive at agents, officials say

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

Named Diella, the new minister will help Albania "leapfrog" bigger, more advanced countries, says Edi Rama. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FS1D6Zu

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

The Brazilian ex-president has been sentenced to 27 years for plotting a coup, but an amnesty could be on the cards. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eRv9Iqc

South Korean workers detained in US raid arrive home

Media and some protesters gather at the airport as more than 300 workers detained in the US last week return. from BBC News https://ift.tt/egoKZMJ

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

As Israel insists the whole population of Gaza City must leave, the BBC visits new aid sites the army claims will help them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9WXCe7T

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

The highest court rules that a law barring men from taking the surnames of their wives is discriminatory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0DUCZ3H

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

Survivors of the flood tell the BBC they are still in need of government support. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VQNqX8v

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

Ukraine says Russia deliberately hit the main government building in Kyiv with a missile last Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sULQwiX

Watch: Army patrols streets of Kathmandu after fierce protests

Charlotte Scarr reports from the Kathmandu where deadly protests against corruption and nepotism took place. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UNlkC3J

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

The Supreme Court ruling is yet another blow to the influential Shinawatra political dynasty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9fHUC02

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

François Bayrou called a vote of confidence in himself after nine relatively ineffectual months in office. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eoV9xqf

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

Frédéric Péchier, considered by colleagues to be a highly-talented practitioner, maintains there is no proof of any poisoning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QPSgsJu

'Suitcase murder' trial begins in New Zealand

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

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

Former US Vice-President Mike Pence calls for security guarantees in Ukraine to help deliver “just and lasting peace”. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UjJfliL

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

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Who are the victims of the Lisbon funicular cable crash?

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

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

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

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

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Former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani injured in car accident

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Putin, Modi and other world leaders in China for summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are among the 20 world leaders attending a regional security summit in China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wQdu0nN

Brothers set new record for 9,000-mile Pacific row

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Zelensky rejects proposals for buffer zone to end Ukraine war

Ukraine's president says those suggesting a buffer zone do not understand the realities of modern warfare. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sQKdt4N

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Survivors of South Africa's horrific building fire now live in fear of guns

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Top official embroiled in Equatorial Guinea sex tape scandal jailed

A nephew of Equatorial Guinea's president is sentenced to eight years for embezzlement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GyH2sVv

Punches and slaps: Watch as Mexican Senate debate ends in brawl

A fight erupted in the senate involving two senior Mexican politicians. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K2uhSH7

South Korea bans phones in school classrooms nationwide

It is the latest country to restrict phone use among children and teens. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P46FNqm

Five journalists among 20 killed in Israeli double strike on hospital

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said it was a "tragic mishap" and promised a "thorough investigation". from BBC News https://ift.tt/kv3Sz4P

Who is Lisa Cook, and what is Federal Reserve governor accused of?

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Israeli hostage families and demonstrators hold day of protests

Families of hostages being held by Hamas are protesting across Israel in a day of marches, rallies and demonstrations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XCZMITK

Mexico cartel leader 'El Mayo' enters guilty plea

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South African women warned about viral Russian job videos

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Israel pounds Gaza City in preparation for planned offensive

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Watch: Solar-powered cars start epic Australian outback race

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Emmett Till lynching records unveil government response

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Pentagon fires intelligence agency chief after Iran attack assessment

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Man who alleged rapes and secret burials in Indian temple town arrested

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Nigeria deports Chinese scammers in crackdown on 'foreign-led' cyber crime

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US to review all 55 million visas to check if holders broke rules

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Bolsonaro planned to flee to Argentina, Brazil police say

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ICC 'deplores' new US sanctions on judges and prosecutors

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Walmart recalls possibly radioactive shrimp after public warned not to eat

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DR Congo rebels killed 140 civilians despite peace process, rights group says

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Texas police hunt convict 'mistakenly' freed from jail

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BBC witnesses West Bank attack by masked Israeli settlers

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Watch: Plane makes emergency landing on Australian golf course

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Once home to a cult, the Chilean tourist village haunted by torture and child abuse

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Far-right Israeli minister taunts prominent Palestinian prisoner

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Watch: Passengers escape car hit by drone in Russia

CCTV captured the moment a car was hit by a Ukrainian drone in the Russian city of Belgorod, governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said in his official Telegram channel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1ZY3EtU

Wife of South Korea's jailed ex-president arrested

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Gaza talks to focus on releasing hostages all in one go, Netanyahu hints

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Teens arrested for Brad Pitt burglary targeted other stars, say LA police

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US and China extend trade truce to avoid tariffs hike

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Ukraine's borders must not be changed by force, EU leaders say

The EU says "the people of Ukraine must have the freedom to decide their future." from BBC News https://ift.tt/MHNcRIB

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

Israel's Prime Minister also claimed Israeli hostages held in Gaza were "the only ones being deliberately starved". from BBC News https://ift.tt/6acUbFJ

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Watch: Chinese ships collide while pursuing Philippines boat

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Aerial footage shows devastation after deadly floods in China

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Mexico rules out Trump's reported military plan against drug cartels

The statement follows a report that Trump has secretly authorised use of military force against Latin American drug cartels. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lGUnK4V

Police officer dies after shooting near US's CDC headquarters

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Bus crash kills 25 people returning from funeral in Kenya

Police believe the passengers on board all belong to one family. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7uDqBg8

Eleven domestic workers arrested over illegal abortions in Hong Kong

Police stress they do not believe the women, in their 30s and 40s, are in a crime syndicate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nJBi28q

US shrugs off Gaza escalation - drifting further away from allies

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What we know about Israel's plan to take over Gaza City

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South African court rules that Zambia can repatriate body of ex-president

Edgar Lungu's family has been locked in a bitter dispute with Zambia's government over where to bury him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nDYRoHQ

Tears and outrage in South Africa as accused in pig farm murder walks free

Adrian de Wet says he was forced to throw the bodies of two black women into the pig enclosure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JjC4od0

France wildfire is 'catastrophe on an unprecedented scale', says PM

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Rescuers in Norway search for missing US climate journalist Alec Luhn

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Hiroshima: Ceremony marks 80th anniversary of atomic bombing

At the ceremony, Japan's PM urged all countries to work towards nuclear disarmament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ukymHNw

South African farm worker says he was forced to feed women to pigs

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F1 tycoon pleads guilty to abetting the obstruction of justice

Ong had given expensive gifts to a former minister, including an all-expenses paid trip to Qatar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VChzqnr

Watch: Police officer removes alligator from family's pool with bare hands

The reptile was retrieved by the officer and buckled into the back of a police car. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9wkt1Zj

Watch: Massive crowd greets Pope at Catholic youth event

Hundreds of thousands of Catholics from around the world poured into Rome for the special Jubilee holy year event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LJw4dM0

Aid group says worker killed by Israeli military in attack on Gaza HQ

The Palestine Red Crescent has accused Israel of a "deliberate" strike, but Israel said it has "no information" about it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S84RHgv

Hamas refuses to disarm until Palestinian state established

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Manhunt under way after 4 killed in Montana bar shooting

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Putin not swayed by Trump's Ukraine war ultimatum

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Radioactive wasp nest found at old US nuclear weapons site

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Zelensky demands tougher sanctions after Russian strikes kill 31 in Kyiv

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Watch: Huge stick insect discovered in Australia

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'I witnessed war crimes' in Gaza, former worker at GHF aid site tells BBC

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Adidas to raise prices as US tariffs costs rise by €200m

The German sportswear giant sources most of its products from Vietnam and Indonesia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JRnd7Ey

India and US set for launch of 'first-of-its-kind' satellite

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BBC visits Beijing region hit by deadly flood

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Beijing floods kill 30 as China sees summer of extreme weather

President Xi Jinping called for "all-out" rescue efforts and preparation for "worst-case" scenarios. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iSp96tq

Thailand and Cambodia agree to 'immediate ceasefire'

US President Donald Trump threatened to pause tariff negotiations until the hostilities stopped. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3NbdXai

Southern European heatwave fans multiple wildfires

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Churchgoers killed in DR Congo attack linked to Islamic State

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Firefighters battle to contain Greek wildfires

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Cameroon opposition leader banned from challenging world's oldest president

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Insurance giant says most US customer data stolen in cyber-attack

Hackers accessed "personally identifiable data" of the firm's customers, financial professionals and staff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a7ZgReQ

Gaza aid site offered a 'women only' day. It didn't stop the killing

Families say mothers Mary Sheikh al-Eid and Khadija Abu Anza were shot while seeking aid from GHF station in southern Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w3SrfIk

Hackers steal images from women's dating safety app that vets men

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Five killed as Ukraine and Russia trade drone attacks

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All week across the BBC we've been hearing from people in Gaza about their lives as food supplies are restricted leading to malnourishment and starvation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5rQq8mV

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Former DR Congo president on trial for treason

Joseph Kabila denies backing the M23 rebels, who have seized large parts of the mineral-rich east. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k0v9K7F

Why are Thailand and Cambodia fighting at the border?

The roots of the South East Asian neighbours' dispute goes back to more than a century ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xucOblZ

Two die in car during Cyprus wildfire as 44C heat expected

Local reports say the bodies, which are yet to be identified, belong to an elderly couple in the village of Malia, in the Limassol district. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l7sQASE

BBC and news agencies warn journalists in Gaza at risk of starvation

News organisations say local journalists are increasingly unable to feed themselves in Gaza, facing the same "dire circumstances as those they are covering". from BBC News https://ift.tt/QBS5DN2

Carney says Canada won't settle for a 'bad deal' on US tariffs

The Canadian prime minister said he was still negotiating in advance of a 1 August trade deadline set by Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6MIXocL

Hunter Biden lashes out at George Clooney over father's 2024 election exit

Joe Biden's son directs expletive-filled accusations at the Hollywood actor for his part in the former president quitting the campaign. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b20Jfak

Two Israelis questioned after attending Belgium's Tomorrowland festival

Police said the pair were detained after two pro-Palestinian groups alleged they had been waving flags from their army brigade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BKRl72N

Crackdown on Pakistan's illegal big cats after pet lion attack

BBC Pakistan correspondent Azadeh Moshiri joined wildlife officials on their raids. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M2npAWV

Bangladesh plane crash: 'I heard an explosion, saw fire'

A teacher describes the moment he saw a jet crash into the school campus in the capital, Dhaka. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dBVvtTL

At least 16 dead after military plane crashes into Dhaka school

The air force training aircraft crashed into a school campus in the capital Dhaka. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MXoa4ud

China begins building world's largest dam, fuelling fears in India

The dam is on a Tibetan river that flows into India and Bangladesh, and could affect millions downstream. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OLPuCG2

Moscow airports temporarily closed after Ukraine drone attacks

Russia's defence ministry says more than 230 Ukrainian drones have been downed over Russia since Saturday morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/StC63Fq

Japan's ruling party set to lose majority, exit polls suggest

The result could destabilise Japan's government at a pivotal moment in trade negotiations with the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DiJSyYw

'Cautious calm' reported in southern Syria after week of deadly tribal clashes

More than 1,000 people have been killed since sectarian fighting broke out a week ago, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZPqaWF6

South Africa building collapse that killed 34 was 'entirely preventable', minister says

Workers reported feeling vibrations in the partially built structure, and being told to cover up holes with sand. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oYCHhja

Several critically injured in LA after vehicle driven into crowd, emergency services say

At least 20 people are injured after a vehicle drove into a crowd on Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles, emergency services say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/94tfTV8

Libyan war crimes suspect arrested in Germany under ICC warrant

Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri is accused of murder, torture and rape at a prison in Tripoli. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zlyf2mz

What is Trump's vein condition and how serious is it?

The US president has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, according to the White House. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fAaymEn

Four dead, 1,300 evacuated as heavy rains hit South Korea

The record rainfall has prompted authorities to raise the weather-related disaster alert to its highest level. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8hdamF0

Sirens and evacuations as Taipei rehearses to counter China invasion threat

Taiwan's capital is holding one of its largest ever civil defence exercises. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C5n9pzs

Several injured after Gaza church struck, patriarchate says

The Israeli military said it was aware of the reports that the Church of the Holy Family was hit by Israeli artillery shells. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zB5ceZm

Tomorrowland organisers say festival will go ahead after fire destroys main stage

Tens of thousands of campers arrive at the Belgium site as festival managers focus on "finding solutions". from BBC News https://ift.tt/zh9sDPa

Ariana Grande says she's not abandoning music for film

The US singer insists there's still room for music after being cast in another film this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nE90IAh

The mysterious outback murder that shook Australia

Police say they will not stop searching for Peter Falconio's remains, after the man convicted of his murder died. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fFyVodb

Emma Watson banned from driving for speeding

The actress already had nine points on her licence before the speeding incident occurred last summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4mGxHUP

Suspect who fatally shot Minnesota lawmakers receives federal charges

Vance Boelter has not entered a plea for the deadly 14 June attacks, for which he also faces state charges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HDoyNw2

US says it has deported five 'barbaric' migrants to Eswatini

The five people convicted of serious crimes come from Vietnam, Jamaica, Laos, Cuba and Yemen, the US says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tSfUkKg

How Trump woke me up for surprise interview - and the key takeaways

The US president signalled a new tone on Nato, voiced his respect for Keir Starmer - and showed his reflective side. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wUg3HBf

World's 'oldest' marathon runner dies at 114 in hit-and-run

Police say Singh was walking in his village in India's Punjab state when an unidentified vehicle hit him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vDAOgXJ

First Indian astronaut to visit ISS heads back to Earth

The Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission with Shubhanshu Shukla is expected to splash down in just under 24 hours. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5bBo3Ia

Historic lodge destroyed in Grand Canyon blaze

Tens of thousands of acres of land have been burned by two separate wildfires in the US state of Arizona. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t9LfMpw

Body of former Nigerian leader Buhari to be flown home for simple burial

Muhammadu Buhari, who led Nigeria as both a military ruler and elected president, died in London on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GDdgTNv

Russia's agents killed after intelligence officer shot dead, says Ukraine

Kyiv says two people accused of working for Russia and shooting dead a Ukrainian intelligence officer were killed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M5b49JF

South Korea medical students end 17-month boycott of classes

It is not clear when the students will return, but the government has welcomed the news. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HXF26RC

Man, 25, dies in balcony fall on holiday island

Police were called to the hotel on the east of the island in the early hours of Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FOGSCLA

'Was this avoidable?': Families of Air India crash victims seek answers

Grieving relatives of some of the 260 victims are looking for more answers after a preliminary report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z432woW

Two Palestinians killed in West Bank settler attack, health ministry says

The two men, including a dual US citizen, were killed when Israeli settlers attacked the town of Sinjil, according to the Palestinian health ministry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JTUSrNV

Ukraine to receive US air defence systems, says Trump

The US president said he will send weapons to Nato, which he said would pay and then give the weapons to Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0zw8Vrf

Chris Brown pleads not guilty to more assault charges

The US singer attends a hearing in London over two charges relating to an alleged nightclub attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/juAvVqH

Mystery interstellar object could be oldest known comet

Scientists have been racing to discover the origins of 3I/Atlas since it was spotted last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kSCs8Rw

Secret Service suspended staff for failings over Trump assassination attempt

The new deputy director says his organisation was "totally accountable" for the violence at Trump's rally in 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BoSbKTn

China rejects German claim it targeted military plane with laser

Germany says a laser fired by a Chinese warship tried to disrupt a reconnaissance plane over the Red Sea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F2HEgzQ

US cuts visa validity for most Nigerian applicants

The United States announces sweeping changes to its non-immigrant visa policy for Nigeria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sp8PbgH

Bee attack leaves three in critical condition and dozens injured in France

Twenty-four people were stung when a swarm of bees attacked passersby in the town of Aurillac. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qCbFtd1

Acropolis closes as heatwave grips Greece

The popular Athens attraction is shutting temporarily as highs of 42C are forecast for parts of the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qExZe9k

Police officer who shot Aboriginal teen was 'racist', inquest finds

Kumanjayi Walker, 19, was shot three times by Constable Zachary Rolfe in Australia in 2019. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3uNlPg6

Love Island USA's Cierra leaves show after racism row

Cierra Ortega's parents say it's been a "painful" week after posts emerged featuring a racial slur. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vslYaeE

Watch: CCTV and phone recording shown to court in mushroom trial

Evidence shown in the trial of Erin Patterson has been shared by authorities after she was found guilty of murder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/htWAxqi

Archaeologists unveil 3,500-year-old city in Peru

Researchers believe Peñico served as a trading hub linking ancient Pacific coast communities with those living in the Andes and Amazon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/slPYEcX

Richard Gere joins Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebrations

The Hollywood attended alongside thousands of Tibetan Buddhists in the Himalayan town of Dharamsala. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EAva6YO

Uganda's 80-year-old president in bid to extend 40-year rule

Yoweri Museveni has been endorsed by the ruling party as its candidate in the 2026 election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mKFWBhY

US deports eight men to South Sudan after legal battle

The US Supreme Court had overturned a judge's decision that the men be allowed to contest their removal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EoWSg6i

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

Jota, 28, was laid to rest alongside his brother, Silva, 25, after they died in a car crash on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3ArF5Xv

US aid workers wounded, says Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

Militants threw grenades at an aid centre in Khan Younis, the controversial relief organisation says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LGDCkam

Diogo Jota and André Silva's funeral held in Portugal

The community in Gondomar grieves after the deaths of Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qpnM2U3

Australian PM vows 'full force of law' after arson attack at synagogue

“Antisemitism has no place in Australia,” Anthony Albanese said after the latest in a string of attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DhePqwJ

BBC on French beach as police slash migrant 'taxi-boat' heading to UK

Watch BBC footage of French police destroying a boat in the English Channel, a move the UK describes as "a significant moment". from BBC News https://ift.tt/FWU2e9z

BBC on French beach as police slash migrant 'taxi-boat' heading to UK

The BBC's Andrew Harding saw French gendarmes using knives to slash an inflatable small boat, packed with men, women and children. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ou1R7Wr

Hamas says it is consulting other Palestinian groups on Gaza ceasefire plan

The US president says he expects to know soon whether Hamas has agreed to a proposal for a 60-day truce. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OpT7kCj

'A symbol of hope & inspiration - Jota was a Portuguese hero'

Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash aged 28, has been described as a symbol of hope and inspiration by Portugal football expert Marcus Alves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3SMFYW4

Kilmar Ábrego García alleges torture and abuse in El Salvador prison

The 29-year-old is now detained in Tennessee after being returned to the US and is awaiting trial on human smuggling charges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DpkU3ul

Ancient Egyptian history may be rewritten by DNA bone test

A DNA bone test on a man who lived 4,500 years ago sheds new light on the rise of Ancient Egypt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ktKhHRO

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

A menu by French chef Anne-Sophie Pic will travel with astronaut Sophie Adenot to the ISS next year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3woZV64

'Diddy' cleared of sex trafficking and racketeering, convicted on two other charges

A New York jury clears Combs of the most serious charges, but finds him guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TN3St8C

Scorching European heatwave turns deadly in Spain, Italy and France

Two people are found dead by firefighters in Spain's Catalonia region, with heat-related fatalities in France and Italy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RqTVabU

Three killed in Ukrainian drone attack on central Russia

The attack on a factory in the city of Izhevsk was more than 1,000km (620 miles) from the border. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AB8g35L

Trump tightens US policy on Cuba

President Trump says a statutory ban on tourism to Cuba will be enforced more strictly. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yGTIXcb

Danish women to face conscription by lottery

The 18 year olds will join males in a lottery that could require them undergo a period of service. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wNurviL

Dozens of Ghanaians trafficked in football job scam rescued in Nigeria

The victims, mostly young men, were lured with promises of football contracts or other jobs abroad. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zgmlLeD

'A little bit melting': Intense heat across Europe

A new heat record for June of 46C was set in Spain this weekend as Europe experiences an intense heatwave. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vlTQpy5

'Unprecedented' alerts in France as blistering heat grips Europe

Several countries remain in the grip of a heatwave that has already broken several records. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8um4oXD

Hundreds of families displaced by wave of Israeli air strikes on Gaza, witnesses say

At least five people were reported killed in the overnight attacks, as fears of an intensified ground offensive grow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9DS3jyo

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

Norsk Tipping's CEO resigned a day after thousands received incorrect notifications, some saying they had become millionaires. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0ngHmwa

Trump on a high after 'tremendous' wins at home and abroad

The US president's week began with an angry outburst but ended with him celebrating four major political victories. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EPuzmHl

Southern Europe swelters as heatwave spreads

Spain, Italy and France are among the countries issuing warnings to protect health and stop wildfires. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1vrBczO

On the ground in Venice for Bezos's glitzy wedding

BBC Rome correspondent Sarah Rainsford reports from Venice, amid protests against the nuptials. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OsHbtXw

Watch: Anger and uncertainty in Iran as crowds mourn dead

Lyse Doucet witnesses a mass state funeral for prominent figures killed in the recent conflict with Israel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xUnDgV6

A month into Gaza's new aid system - gunfire and chaos are routine

A month into the resumption of aid distribution in Gaza there have been repeated reports of killings, with a BBC Verify analysis of dozens of videos showing chaos and panic as people head to get aid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wl3u1QY

Renowned food critic Chua Lam dies at 83

The Singapore-born Lam was one of Hong Kong's "four greatest talents". from BBC News https://ift.tt/pDyJ8bd

Three Palestinians killed during Israeli settler attack on West Bank village

Israel's military says its forces returned fire after being shot at by Palestinians, but the Palestinian foreign ministry blames settlers for the deaths. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fN2Z8XL

Astronaut to become first Indian to set foot on ISS

Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian on ISS when the mission docks with the orbiting laboratory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YTxr4FE

Watch: Firefighters rescue girl trapped in drain for seven hours

Rescue workers found the girl unharmed in the drain, after flooding stuck the area. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bQ0knMf

Eurostar passengers face severe delays and cancellations after cable theft

Passengers are being told to cancel or postpone their trips, following two track deaths and the theft of copper cables. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gi3IznU

Nato set to agree big spike in defence spending at 'historic summit'

Nato leaders are meeting in The Hague to decide on ramping up defence spending to 5% of their countries' economic output. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RqJzQBk

Deal or no deal? Zimbabwe still divided over land 25 years after white farmers evicted

Some white farmers accept compensation 25 years after land reform began - others fight on. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ujDczg0

US marine jailed for seven years for sexual assault in Japan

Jamel Clayton was given seven years, with a judge describing the physical attack as "vicious". from BBC News https://ift.tt/EzWLlDN

Trump uses expletive in warning to Iran and Israel

The US president expressed his frustration at the conduct of the two nations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zsf8Hby

Children killed in 'appalling' Sudan hospital attack - WHO head

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus appeals for attacks on health facilities to "stop everywhere". from BBC News https://ift.tt/5P7KgJL

'It took a direct hit' - BBC at scene of Beersheba missile strike

At least four people were killed when an Iranian missile hit a residential building, Israeli officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oXztEke

Rescuers search for Brazilian tourist on Indonesian volcano

Juliana Marins was hiking on the volcano on Saturday when she fell from a cliff near the crater. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aO9Xswn

Strait of Hormuz: What happens if Iran shuts global oil corridor?

Iran's threat to block the world's most vital oil transit point has raised fears of major global economic consequences. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YaB0emP

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

It took months of planning and included over 125 planes, a submarine and 14 "bunker buster" bombs. BBC Verify explains how the US mission "Operation Midnight Hammer" took place. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3wRDoST

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

The BBC's world news correspondent Joe Inwood answers three key questions after the US strikes in Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hCPVIB5

Belarus opposition leader's husband urges Trump to help other prisoners

After his unexpected release, Sergei Tikhanovsky broke down describing his five years in solitary confinement from BBC News https://ift.tt/HAzvPgQ

South African engineers freed after two years in Equatorial Guinea jail

Their families say they were arrested because assets belonging to Equatorial Guinea's vice-president were seized. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VTZ0Cdl

At least eight dead in hot air balloon accident in Brazil

The state governor said there were 21 people on board. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7gGYaOU

Tulsi Gabbard now says Iran could produce nuclear weapon 'within weeks'

This comes after US President Donald Trump said she was "wrong" for saying Iran was not building nuclear weapons. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ABDMwen

Niger military leaders to nationalise uranium firm

The company is majority French-owned, while the junta wants more local control of Niger's mineral wealth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pDkjn14

US basketball training for Senegal cancelled after visas rejected

Players will train in Dakar instead "in a sovereign and conducive setting", says the prime minister. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CgvAQMz

Police ban Budapest Pride march, but mayor vows it will go ahead

It's the latest twist in a cat-and-mouse confrontation between the government and Hungary's LGBTQ community. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0AbtQpZ

At least 12 Palestinians killed waiting for aid in Gaza, say medics

It is the latest in almost daily shootings near aid sites in Gaza, which have left hundreds dead overall. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QlgL2cF

Armenia's PM accuses head of Church of fathering child in febrile political row

The spat threatens to split society, affect elections and harm peace with neighbouring Azerbaijan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SflWUbt

Israeli hospital hit by Iranian missile strike

Israel called the attack "criminal", while Iran said it had targeted a site nearby and not the hospital itself. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FKWj86w

'What should we do?' Seeking clarity in Tehran as Israeli jets fly overhead

BBC Persian's Kasra Naji says his sister is among those who want to know where the conflict with Israel is leading. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fEDohry

Lone Air India survivor carries coffin of brother killed in crash

A visibly upset Ramesh was overcome with grief carrying his brother's coffin to the crematorium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DWvXaME

Lawyer who defended drug lord 'El Chapo' elected as judge

Silvia Delgado was one of the most controversial candidates to run in Mexico's judicial election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gqdfaN6

Uganda leader signs new law allowing military trials for civilians

A previous law that activists said was used to silence opponents was struck down by the Supreme Court. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QvTbFgc

Israeli forces kill 51 Palestinians waiting for flour at Gaza aid site, witnesses and rescuers say

It is potentially the deadliest of the almost daily shootings that have been taking place recently near aid distribution sites. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xM24uvl

No further damage seen at Iran nuclear sites, global watchdog says

The IAEA says radiation levels outside the Natanz and Isfahan facilities remain normal following Friday's Israeli strikes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S2zVgt4

Gunmen storm Mexican village hall and shoot dead mayor

The mayor is the latest local official to be killed in an area of Mexico where organised crime holds sway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cU9fbAR

Cape Town safety fears force parents to seek former white-only schools

A legacy of apartheid means some black students have to go the extra mile to get a decent education. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i81cLxY

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

Some of those in Iran who have spoken to the BBC use one word to describe life in there right now. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fR0yN1l

Manhunt in Minnesota lawmaker attacks widens to nearby state

Police broaden their search for the 57-year-old man to nearby South Dakota as a $50,000 reward is issued. from BBC News https://ift.tt/biyYVTj

Wait for bodies deepens pain of families after Air India crash

Officials said on Saturday that 11 victims had been identified so far based on their DNA samples. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kIedzEl

Footage captures exchange of attacks between Iran and Israel

Israel and Iran have continued to attack each other throughout the night from BBC News https://ift.tt/cGNAHV8

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

Two people were killed and several homes destroyed when a missile hit the city of Rishon LeZion early on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R4yzsv2

Museum's plea after couple break crystal-covered chair

An Italian museum says the special chair has since been restored, but the culprits haven't been found. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EaVjnHS

'Destruction all around': BBC reports from Israeli city targeted by Iran

Israeli authorities have indicated that this could be the beginning of a prolonged campaign against Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h3brmaU

Minnesota state lawmaker killed and another injured in targeted shootings

Hortman's husband was also killed and Hoffman's wife injured in what Governor Tim Walz called "targeted political violence". from BBC News https://ift.tt/95fG04a

Hossein Salami, Iran's Revolutionary Guards chief, killed by Israel

Just last month, Salami had warned that Tehran would "open the gates of hell" if attacked by Israel or the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dn59u3X

Pope names Chinese bishop as he keeps historic Vatican-Beijing accord

The 2018 accord sought to resolve the issue of who has authority to appoint bishops. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bSRAMa3

Six Gaza aid boat activists deported from Israel

Their boat had been intercepted as they attempted to break Israel's naval blockade on Gaza and deliver a symbolic amount of aid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5OZg3X9

What we know so far after Air India flight heading to London Gatwick crashes

More than 200 people were on board the flight to London Gatwick when it crashed shortly after take-off. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sm1SqwT

Polish PM Donald Tusk prepares for confidence vote

Tusk called for a vote of confidence after his political camp narrowly lost the presidential election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hMFyfx1

Four crew members missing as Singapore-flagged cargo ship burns off India coast

Two of the missing crew in the Singapore-flagged ship are from Taiwan, one from Myanmar and one from Indonesia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ITQ9tnm

BTS stars finish military service as fans await comeback

RM and V were discharged on Tuesday and all seven BTS members would have finished the requirement by the end of June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dh54FPq

Syria former prison guard – 'I showed them no mercy'

The BBC heard from dozens of former officials about their role enforcing the brutality of the Assad regime. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uS46xwj

Watch: Moment Israeli forces board Gaza aid boat

Onboard security footage from the Madleen aid vessel shows activists throwing their tech overboard and putting up their hands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ravM059

Italian citizenship referendum void after low turnout

Only about 30% of Italians cast a vote - well below the 50% threshold needed to make a poll binding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v1N8udb

Australian journalist hit by 'rubber bullet' while reporting from LA

Channel Nine's Lauren Tomasi appeared to be hit by a non-lethal round as she reported from the scene. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ySDHbf7

Chappell Roan's Apple dance, and other Primavera moments

Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, Haim, Wolf Alice and CMAT all performed at the festival in Barcelona. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RnSyB1H

As World Pride begins in Washington, some foreigners stay away

The global celebration of the LGBT culture takes place near the White House after big shifts in US policy under Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GbMC7LD

Polo-loving drug lord's double life catches up with him

Muhammed Hafeez lived a double life, rubbing shoulders with UK royals while also controlling a drugs empire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mCV1svG

Body of Thai hostage recovered from Gaza, Israel says

Nattapong Pinta was captured alive and was likely killed during the first months of captivity, the Israeli military says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Ujz5iy

'They have perfect dark skin': The African nation home to fashion's favourite models

Why models from South Sudan, a lush but troubled nation, are sought after by the big fashion brands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DigVCPm

Riot police and protesters clash after LA immigration raids

It came after federal raids in the city on Friday in which agents reportedly took dozens of people into custody. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hLDzX6Z

'We have a geriatric problem' - Democrats wrestle with age-old issue

Democrats are wondering what to do with aging candidates after revelations about Joe Biden's health. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cSRgNXB

Israeli army admits to Gaza strike after BBC Verify investigation

At least one Palestinian was killed and 30 others injured in the Israeli strike on tents in Khan Younis on Sunday, medics say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G954Xmn

'Very disappointed' and 'such ingratitude': How Trump-Musk feud played out

Watch how the two men's war of words escalated in comments at the White House and in posts on X. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qUSFEyl

Eight injured on Ryanair flight hit by 'severe turbulence', police say

The flight's captain called ahead for medical assistance and the plane "landed normally" in southern Germany. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s4i6cwn

Fans queue overnight for the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo's long-awaited Switch 2 has been released worldwide. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DxXly4G

Why were these 12 countries on Trump's travel-ban list?

The new restrictions primarily affect African and Middle Eastern nations, with a range of justifications given. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8PzpO1j

Held at gunpoint: BBC team detained by Israeli forces in southern Syria

BBC Arabic's Feras Kilani and his colleagues were held at gunpoint, bound and strip-searched while filming in the Golan Heights. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5nJ8wLt

Trump speaks with Putin about Ukraine and Iran

Putin told him that he will have to respond to Ukraine's recent drone attacks, Trump said in a social media post. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DpBd5SH

Eleven die in Bengaluru crush as fans gather for IPL victory parade

Thousands of people lined the streets on Wednesday to welcome the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0SfsyzW

Act now to save lives in Gaza, ICRC head urges world leaders

Mirjana Spoljaric has appealed to world leaders to intervene in the conflict in Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MlGbh8E

BBC rejects incorrect White House claims on Gaza coverage

The corporation says claims that a story was removed from its website are "completely wrong". from BBC News https://ift.tt/pERq1gV

Blake Lively drops two claims against Justin Baldoni

The actress's lawyers say they are "streamlining and focusing" her case. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yXcJtxO

Zebra crossing: Tennessee police search for animal on the loose

A zebra, described as a pet, is still running free after after being filmed on 31 May galloping on a road in Christiana. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0qx7b8t

Al-Qaeda linked group says it carried out huge attack on Mali's army

The army says it defended its post "vigorously" but eventually withdrew, as militants seized on their base. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GrD5azg

Woman accused of mushroom murders takes stand for first time

The Australian woman has pleaded not guilty to four charges - three of murder and one of attempted murder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EKGXQY0

Watch: Mount Etna in Sicily spews huge plumes of ash

Footage shows clouds of dark coloured smoke and ash billowing from the volcano on the Mediterranean island. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mxpd1WJ

Poland's conservative president-elect to be tough opponent for PM

Karol Nawrocki's new role is largely ceremonial, but he could still have a profound impact on Poland, including an early election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qwBWxU3

'I watched helplessly as water washed my family away' in Nigeria floods

Residents of a Nigeria town tell the BBC they are homeless and penniless after devastating floods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jPSVaUI

Footage shows aftermath of Russia bridge collapse

Fire crews were called to the scene after a road bridge came down in Bryansk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gMYQsfx

Desperate Housewives star Valerie Mahaffey dies aged 71

The star died in California on Friday after being diagnosed with cancer, her publicist says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RwskHt9

Hamas makes hostage pledge but demands changes to US Gaza ceasefire plan

The response is seen as neither an explicit rejection nor clear acceptance of the proposal, but US envoy Steve Witkoff has branded it "unacceptable". from BBC News https://ift.tt/cU3e5fy

EU 'strongly' regrets US plan to double steel tariffs

The 27-member bloc says Donald Trump's move undermines efforts to reach a deal, warning of "countermeasures". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ms3kiO9

It's Musk's last day - what has he achieved at the White House?

The tech billionaire and Doge have spearheaded dramatic changes in the US government and Washington. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PacvVSx

Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and assault

The broadcaster appears at a plea hearing after being accused of five charges relating to four women. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aQz5eRG

New Banksy mystery location revealed

The new piece of street art depicts the shadow of a lighthouse emerging out of a bollard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dtAWkp4

China trade talks have stalled, US treasury secretary says

The US treasury secretary says Trump and Xi Jinping may need to get directly involved in talks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7ltXf8B

Video footage shows paraglider's perilous accidental 8000m-high flight

Peng Yujiang, 55, was testing new equipment when a rare "cloud suck" pulled him higher into a cloud formation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JbILPlx

Smokey Robinson files $500m case against rape accusers

The case accuses four ex-housekeepers of fabricating allegations as part of an "extortionate" lawsuit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wh0ogFX

Chinese paraglider pulled 8,000m high into clouds

Peng Yujiang was pulled 8,500m above sea level by a rare updraft called a 'cloud suck'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z6xyYOR

Iran investigates 'missing' Indian nationals

The families of the men, who are from Punjab state, allege they have been kidnapped in Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lwTMkRH

South Africans pay tribute to acting 'icon' Chweneyagae who died age 40

Presley Chweneyagae, the star of Oscar-winning 2005 film Tsotsi, died from natural causes, his family says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ywq4gmX

Why is King Charles in Canada, and what is the throne speech?

On Tuesday, the parliament in Ottawa will be opened by a monarch for the first time in decades. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Eh9kQXT

Watch: Push in the face by wife was joke not domestic dispute, says Macron

Footage shows the moment Emmanuel Macron appears to be shoved in the face by his wife as they touch down in Hanoi, Vietnam. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I4MdCD1

Head of controversial Israel-backed Gaza aid group resigns

The UN has said the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's plan would make "starvation a bargaining chip". from BBC News https://ift.tt/d5xJ0W1

Japan flight made emergency landing after man tried opening door

Police said the man was "having a medical crisis" and was restrained by fellow passengers and crew. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CVUobAP

Americans remember George Floyd on fifth anniversary of death

As the cities where Floyd grew up and died hold commemorations, the US "reckoning" with racism seems to be fading. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3GTOoYv

Father of nine children killed by Israeli strike still in critical condition

Hamdi al-Najjar's "life remains in danger", a Bulgarian doctor working at Nasser hospital in southern Gaza tells the BBC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F7ATZnj

Second suspected sabotage in France as power cut hits Nice

Officials say the blaze that caused the power outage is probably of "criminal origin". from BBC News https://ift.tt/XoeGvOy

Ronaldo 'could play' in Club World Cup - Infantino

"There are discussions" over Cristiano Ronaldo playing at the Club World Cup despite his current club not qualifying, says Fifa president Gianni Infantino. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0unZczW

Ugandan activist alleges she was raped while in Tanzanian detention

Tanzanian authorities are not commenting on the allegations, which include sexual assault. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2nUTLGa

Israeli strike kills nine of Gaza doctor's children, hospital says

A British surgeon working in Nasser Hospital said he had operated on the doctor's surviving 11-year-old. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3qTI0cE

'We did not sign up for this': Harvard's foreign students are stuck and scared

Harvard has around 6,800 foreign students currently - a third are from China, and more than 700 are Indian. from BBC News https://ift.tt/49c0ptH

Amazon tribe sues New York Times over story it says led to porn addict claims

The lawsuit claims a report portrayed the Marubo people as "unable to handle" basic internet exposure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3CFwGNU

New satellite photos show damaged North Korean warship

Kim Jong Un has called the shipyard accident a "criminal act" and vowed to find those responsible. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w1Qc8Ln

Activist freed in Tanzania after Kenyan government demand

Kenya had earlier said it had been denied access to Boniface Mwangi and expressed concern over his health. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gdn5Bhv

Nike to raise prices as firms face tariffs uncertainty

The US sportswear giant says its price increases are part of "seasonal planning". from BBC News https://ift.tt/FgbWkMJ

Apple iPhone designer Jony Ive joins OpenAI in $6.5bn deal

OpenAI says partnering with the "greatest designer in the world" will allow it to re-imagine what a computer can do. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9bOYNeR

Ukrainian ex-top official shot dead outside Madrid school - reports

The man, named by Ukrainian and Spanish sources as Andriy Portnov, had just dropped his children off at the school, reports say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rlzpfgd

Tennis' French Open is days away - what do players need to succeed on clay?

Sliding, slicing and a powerful forehand - BBC Sport assesses what makes a good clay-court player. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dNIWcM4

West Nile virus detected in UK mosquitoes for first time

A UK Health Safety Agency spokesperson said the risk to the general public is "very low". from BBC News https://ift.tt/sG4qiAH

Spain clamps down on Airbnb as tourism backlash returns for summer

The Spanish government calls for the removal of almost 66,000 property listings saying they breach tourism rules. from BBC News https://ift.tt/76LDR8W

Iran's Khamenei doubts US nuclear talks will lead to agreement

"We don't think it will lead to any outcome," the supreme leader warns, saying the US is making "outrageous" demands on uranium enrichment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WRxQJcH

Pope Leo XIV holds Vatican talks with JD Vance

The Vatican says a meeting between the new Pope and US vice-president was "cordial". from BBC News https://ift.tt/2f4Z3su

France to open high-security prison in Amazon jungle

The €400 million high-security jail will be built in France's overseas region of French Guiana in South America. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zHyQx0Y

South Africa to pursue appeal against Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape

Timothy Omotoso, who denies assaulting women from his church, has reportedly returned to Nigeria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4U6zVTe

Watch: Cat caught smuggling drugs into Costa Rica prison

The feline was found carrying 235.65g of marijuana and 67.76g of heroin, authorities say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m1U8iAh

Russia launches biggest drone attack since invasion began, says Ukraine

The barrage came just a day after the first talks in three years between Russian and Ukrainian sides. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kl8wfzc

Kenya's ex-justice minister 'detained' in Tanzania

Karua was allowed into Tanzania last month but has been stopped this time ahead of the trial for Lissu. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sft54dp

All hospitals in north Gaza out of service, says health ministry

Hamas-run ministry says Indonesian hospital besieged by Israeli forces. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dwk3xUn

Five dead after tornado tears through St Louis

The tornado uprooted trees, knocked down power lines and damaged about 5,000 properties. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7bcKWig

'To Easy LoL' - New Orleans jail break may have been inside job

The inmates ripped a toilet from the wall and escaped through a hole before running across a highway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z5sAnNd

Russia jails Australian man for fighting alongside Ukraine

Oscar Jenkins, 33, is sentenced to 13 years by a Russian-controlled court in eastern Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PDatJOT

Gabon's ousted president and family freed after two years and fly to Angola

Sylvia Bongo and her son was freed from prison last week despite facing charges of embezzling public funds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NCU1bro

Polish voters set for tight presidential race after 10 years of Duda

Sunday's first-round is expected to set up a run-off between Warsaw's liberal mayor and a conservative historian. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5iNtSlP

Watch: Moment Ben & Jerry's co-founder interrupts RFK Jr speech

The co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, Ben Cohen, was part of a protest in the US Senate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qljWzeR

Son files criminal complaint over alleged blackmail plot

Tottenham captain Son Heung-min files a criminal complaint with the South Korean police for being the victim of an alleged blackmail plot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oExzyvg

Pregnant Israeli woman killed in West Bank shooting attack

Tzeela Gez died from her injuries, but doctors were able to deliver her baby. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CH7JK9p

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

On Tuesday, a Los Angeles judge reduced Lyle and Erik's murder sentence, making them eligible for parole. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t8WRT0L

Military rulers in Mali dissolve all political parties

All political meetings have also been banned as the junta intensifies its grip on power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eBMI7dT

Watch timelapse of Trump's marathon handshake session with Saudis

Dozens of senior officials, military leaders and businessmen queued to greet the US president in Saudi Arabia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YdRrsw3