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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

Germany arrests self-declared 'king' and bans his extremist group

Police arrest the leaders of Germany's largest Reichsbürger faction, that calls itself "Kingdom of Germany". from BBC News https://ift.tt/hcZg34Q

Zambia warns diplomats after US reveals 'systematic' aid theft

The foreign minister says raising concerns publicly amounts to interference in domestic affairs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5mbxUjc

Pope calls for journalists to be released from prison

The new pontiff expressed solidarity with journalists who had been jailed for "reporting the truth". from BBC News https://ift.tt/gNPjaXZ

Crates full of Nazi documents found in Argentine court's basement

The crates, dating back to 1941, contain Nazi party membership booklets and Nazi propaganda material. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G7e4AnJ

Entire Gaza population at critical risk of famine, UN-backed assessment says

Famine is not currently occurring in Gaza, the assessment says, but it calls for urgent action to increase humanitarian aid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cA0bfLx

First white South Africans flying to US under Trump refugee plan

Donald Trump says they are victims of "racial discrimination", which is strongly denied by South Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jGh3KVP

Taliban suspends chess over gambling concerns

Chess will be suspended until religious considerations are addressed, a spokesman said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ynpcw13

Three men held over suitcases stuffed with hermit crabs

The suspects are accused of attempting to smuggle 160kg of live crabs out of Japan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JDI4YZQ

Watch: Crowds cheer as Pope holds first Sunday address

Worshippers packed St Peter's Square as Pope Leo XIV called for an end to global conflicts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IQ8KDU3

What Trump does next on Ukraine is key - and he could go either way

Neither Putin nor Zelensky want to be seen by Trump as the obstacle to peace, writes Frank Gardner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oG73qls

European leaders call Trump to discuss 30-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

France, Britain, Germany and Poland met President Vlodomyr Zelensky to discuss an unconditional ceasfire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P17G3Wh

Taylor Swift criticises Lively-Baldoni court summons

The singer's representatives say the court summons was designed to create "tabloid clickbait". from BBC News https://ift.tt/nAkJd1g

White House 'actively looking at' suspending habeas corpus

Miller comments come as judges have sought to challenge some recent detentions made by the Trump administration in an effort to combat illegal immigration from BBC News https://ift.tt/tqDcgxI

Xi shows he wants to be close to Putin - but not too close

The relationship between China and Russia is no longer one of equals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v7qYmFX

Three things we learned from Putin's Red Square parade

BC Monitoring's Russia Editor Vitaly Shevchenko reflects on the Victory Day spectacle in Moscow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vWJ3BjL

Pope Leo XIV warns against lack of faith in first mass at Vatican

Chicago-born Robert Prevost, 69, is the first North American to be elected pontiff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LtxFq1W

Watch: Pope Leo XIV's first Mass as pontiff

Cardinals joined the newly appointed pope in the Sistine Chapel, in a service that began with a prayer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fBQS4OX

Ukraine labels Russian ceasefire a farce after reports of hundreds of violations

A three-day truce was called by Vladimir Putin ahead of Russia's World War Two Victory Day celebrations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gGMK5an

Israel PM 'uncertain' over condition of three Gaza hostages

Benjamin Netanyahu said he knew "with certainty" that 21 hostages were alive but the status of "three more" were unclear. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C9yqf5b

Watch: Moments past conclaves elected new popes

See the moments previous popes were elected by conclaves past, from 1939 to 2013. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jvV12wC

Airports closed, eerie silence in Indian-administered Kashmir

In Srinagar in Indian-administered Kashmir, a road, normally busy with tourists and travellers, lies deserted. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dCD3xgV

'World Cup can be incentive for Russia to end war', says Trump

'World Cup can be incentive for Russia to end war', says Trump from BBC News https://ift.tt/oH4vgBk

Israel strikes Yemen's main airport in Sanaa

An Israeli military spokesman earlier warned "failure to evacuate and stay away from the area puts you in danger". from BBC News https://ift.tt/0ibH5jp

Merz defeat 'an obstacle not a catastrophe'

The man expected to be Germany's next foreign minister reacts after Friedrich Merz fell short in a parliamentary vote to be named chancellor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B8ZJVGQ

Peru imposes curfew after kidnap and murder of 13 mine workers

A local prosecutor says there is a "war" raging in the area between illegal and legal gold miners. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4DQtiPf

Mexican mayor arrested over alleged links to cartel training camp

The mayor of Teuchitlán is suspected of colluding with the New Generation Jalisco Cartel, which he denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/psHbRfu

Popemobile to become health clinic for Gaza children

One of the famous vehicles is being refitted as a frontline clinic on wheels, following a request by the late pontiff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YhjxKwG

Israel security cabinet approves plan to expand Gaza offensive

The Israeli military has called up tens of thousands of reservists, saying it is aiming to increase pressure on Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KbdNVei

Brazil police thwart bomb attack on Lady Gaga concert

Police say the plan was orchestrated by a group promoting hate speech and the radicalisation of teenagers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QpMOVZ1

Elon Musk's Starbase in Texas will officially become a city

Residents approved incorporating a patch of land as the new municipality in an election on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OTpvNSD

Paramilitaries strike Port Sudan for first time, army says

It is the first time RSF attacks have reached the city, which is the de-facto capital of the army-led government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZIx7NJa

Seven killed in South Sudan hospital and market bombing, charity says

MSF said its hospital was attacked as fears grow of a return to civil war in South Sudan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zU0hgAN

Six people arrested over triple murder in Sweden

Police are investigating whether the shooting at a hair salon in Uppsala is related to a wave of gang violence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SmYQ6Ta

Australian PM wins second term with increased majority

Anthony Albanese's Labor has seen swings towards it in almost every area of the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KlSiCcW

Tunisia jails ex-prime minister on terrorism charges

Ali Laarayedh is the latest high-profile critic of the president to be jailed as campaigners slam "sham trials". from BBC News https://ift.tt/jO7PwJ8

Chile issues tsunami warning after earthquake

The warning is issued for parts of the remote Magallanes region after a 7.5 magnitude earthquake strikes off the coast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5SOugNR

South African woman convicted of kidnapping daughter Joshlin Smith

Joshlin Smith's disappearance last year sent shockwaves across South Africa. She is yet to be found. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oYFM7ul

Hong Kong police arrest family of pro-democracy activist, reports say

Anna Kwok's father and brother have been accused of helping the US-based pro-democracy activist with her finances, local media report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DsmYIht

Anger as Uganda president's son says he's holding opposition bodyguard

The bodyguard of opposition leader Bobi Wine went missing five days ago, leading to fears for his safety. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vl5gy9i

DR Congo seeks to remove ex-President Kabila's immunity

He is accused of backing M23 rebels in the east but he has previously denied links to the group. from BBC News https://ift.tt/53oDwg7

Snake halts Japanese bullet trains after wrapping around power line

The famously punctual train service was suspended for almost two hours. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mFHb538

Mystery in South Africa after police officers found dead in river

The three officers had been missing for six days before divers recovered their bodies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GZOkBtf

How Spain powered back to life from unprecedented national blackout

However diversified Spain's energy mix is, the blackout required an enormous effort to get back up and running. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BXYl14I

Sorrow and fury among Vancouver's Filipinos after attack on festival

The community is reeling after 11 were killed and dozens injured by a car ramming attack on a street event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6bZPl9J

Police raids across France after wave of prison attacks

Police make 25 arrests so far as officers target Paris, Marseille, Bordeaux and, the city of Lyon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xEGym4d

Greenland not a piece of property, says PM after Trump threats

Jens-Frederick Nielsen says the island must "stand together" with Denmark during a highly symbolic visit to Copenhagen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LuqcbT6

Beijing seizes tiny sandbank in South China Sea

State media releases pictures of five coastguard officials stood on the strategic reef with a Chinese flag. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HeVxwMm

Drag Race and Pose star Jiggly Caliente dies aged 44

The drag performer had part of her leg amputated on Thursday after a "severe infection", her family says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IULGKjF

Why the race to be the next pope is unpredictable

The BBC's religion editor Aleem Maqbool explains why it's so difficult to guess who will be the next Pope. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oR7Duic

'I'm voting for the first time after fleeing a dictatorship'

Ghayda and her husband Ahmad say they could never discuss politics in Syria - now, they will vote in Canada's election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H0sWNQf

Watch: Key moments from Pope Francis' funeral

Hundreds of thousands of mourners gather in Rome to pay tribute to the late pontiff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8uXBSbE

At least 500 injured in large explosion at Iran port

Footage shows wounded people lying on the street and others running away from the site from BBC News https://ift.tt/VEfpIg8

China has halted rare earth exports, can Australia step up?

Australia has proposed to create a strategic reserve of critical minerals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YfcH6gN

Health of Brazil's ex-president Bolsonaro has worsened, doctors say

The 70-year-old, who remains in intensive care, underwent intestinal surgery earlier this month - and currently faces coup charges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1PogAe4

Pakistan suspends visas for Indians after attack on tourists in Kashmir

It comes after India's retaliatory measures following a militant attack in Kashmir killed 26 tourists on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZsV9pXN

Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 26, Palestinian officials say

Nine people were reportedly killed when a police station that Israel said was a Hamas post was hit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yKu1bFJ

Benin admits that 54 soldiers killed in attack by al-Qaeda group

This is the deadliest known attack since insurgents began operating in Benin at the beginning of the decade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cjeg3k2

Suspension of Ghana's chief justice is 'abuse of power', says opposition

This is the first time in Ghana's history that a president has removed a chief justice from office. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nWgvKmN

Istanbul rocked by 6.2-magnitude earthquake

People could be seen fleeing from buildings as the quake rocked the Turkish city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0ROUIya

Nine killed in Russian attack on Ukraine bus

At least 30 were injured in the city of Marhanets in central-south Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fG2nVBO

Why Pope's death leaves Argentines 'orphaned' in more ways than one

Pope Francis was a source of pride for Argentina - but his failure to visit was a disappointment for many. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uhaKRp2

Man missing after rare shark attack in Israel

Footage posted online shows a swimmer flailing in the distance as beachgoers yell in shock. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y3Ay7Sd

New Israel-Gaza ceasefire plan proposed, Hamas source tells BBC

Egyptian and Qatari mediators suggest a truce of up to seven years and a permanent end to the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bRVxDWY

Final days of Pope who joined Vatican crowds at Easter despite doctors' advice

Francis did what he had always done, receiving visitors and meeting people from every walk of life. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vdkQaJC

Watch: The world mourns the death of Pope Francis

From mourners outside the Vatican to world leaders, tributes poured for Pope Francis who died aged 88. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nIvOtkP

Passengers evacuate Delta plane after engine fire

More than 200 people were on board the flight that was scheduled from Orlando to Atlanta, the airline said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SPJfaxm

DHL suspends high value US deliveries over tariffs

The postal giant will stop shipping packages to American consumers after a rise in red tape at customs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uBxsDra

Girl, 14, killed by lion in Kenya

The child was snatched from a residential compound on a ranch next to Nairobi National Park, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L9QiS2X

DR Congo bans ex-president's party over alleged rebel links

Joseph Kabila has reportedly returned to the country after spending two years in South Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/orR9Tgj

Pope appears on Easter Sunday after serious illness

Pope Francis has had a reduced presence this Easter as he rests following his release from hospital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OK3Rdjx

Pakistan expels tens of thousands of Afghans

Pakistan has accelerated its drive to expel Afghans who are undocumented or had temporary permission to stay. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zfwjmU1

Putin declares 'Easter truce', as Ukraine says he 'cannot be trusted'

The Russian president says he ordered his forces to "stop all military activity" until the end of Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HEQcXAz

Myanmar's capital Nay Pyi Taw to be redrawn following earthquake

The BBC has seen evidence indicating about 70% of government buildings were damaged by the quake in the capital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UV302l7

Five dead as huge waves hit Australia coast

Two other people are missing, as officials urge people to take caution as a surf warnings remain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FaASrkB

Former Credit Suisse boss to run for Ivory Coast president

Seasoned business executive Tidjane Thiam is named as the candidate for Ivory Coast's main opposition party. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9HRXBsY

Bluey's mum actor: My voice never gets recognised

BBC Newsround's presenter Ricky Boleto speaks to the voice actor who plays Bluey's mum, Chilli. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2L6axWK

Fire, fronds and flax: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond. from BBC News https://ift.tt/31ynHMN

Olympic legend shows no mercy to fellow parents at school sports day

The third-fastest woman in history, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, took part in sports day at her son's school in Jamaica. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vW96xKn

Ex-Russian general jailed for seven years over bribes

Lt Gen Vadim Shamarin was sentenced to seven years in a penal colony after being accused of taking bribes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/reVy1Jj

Watch: BBC joins retirees aboard China's 'silver trains' that aim to boost economy

China is encouraging it's retirees to spend their savings on fun initiatives to help boost its economy, as the country's trade war with the US rages on. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0abOklG

French row with Algeria escalates further with tit-for-tat expulsions

France recalls its ambassador to Algeria and orders 12 Algerian diplomats to leave as tensions continue to rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pQrWy92

Tuvalu unveils first cash machines in 'momentous' ceremony

Tiny cash-based Pacific nation gets electronic banking for the first time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UZeKREp

Racially charged row between Musk and South Africa over Starlink

The tech billionaire is embroiled in a row with the government over black empowerment legislation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hQ42aIi

Rare footage from Sudanese city under siege

El-Fasher residents Mostafa, Hafiza and Manahel film as their home city comes under fire in Sudan's civil war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E1rjXGJ

Hamas rejects Israeli ceasefire disarmament proposal - Palestinian official

The plan also gives no commitment to end the war in return for hostages, a Palestinian official says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BqyXe3b

Pope puts architect Antoni Gaudí on path to sainthood

The Spanish architect was a devout Catholic and is best known for Barcelona's Sagrada Familia basilica. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pKqGnl3

French prisons hit by wave of overnight attacks

Vehicles were set on fire in prison car parks outside several prisons across the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XW4xQfN

Watch from launch to landing: All-female crew travels into space

Watch from launch to landing: All-female crew travels into space from BBC News https://ift.tt/IJH50tf

Top former college athlete among six dead in New York plane crash

MIT graduate Karenna Groff, who was named Woman of the Year by the NCAA in 2022, was among the victims. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S7eCtHj

At least 32 people killed in Russian ballistic missile attack on Sumy

Photos and videos of the aftermath show bloodied bodies scattered in the streets around the impact of the missiles. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sGuMPRY

Peruvian president avoids impeachment over 'Rolexgate' scandal

President Dina Boluarte faced allegations she accepted Rolex watches as bribes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9CqA61Y

'Death is everywhere': Sudan camp residents shelter from attacks

One person in Zamzam described things as "extremely catastrophic" after three days of assaults. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AbD8L7J

Moment missile lands in Ukrainian city of Sumy

Footage shows moment missile lands in Ukrainian city of Sumy from BBC News https://ift.tt/45qRDrB

Nigerian bandit kingpin and 100 followers killed

The crime lord was hiding in a forest, authorities say, after dozens were kidnapped from a village. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kKaew9I

Nuclear talks between US and Iran begin in Oman

It is the highest level of talks since Trump's first term in office, but it's not clear if the two sides will sit in the same room. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XWO6b8M

Menendez brothers 'have exemplified growth and healing,' cousin says

The resentencing hearing of Menendez brothers can move forward despite opposition from the district attorney, a Los Angeles court has ruled. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OrMAnXi

Hundreds of flights cancelled in China as strong winds hit capital

State media outlets earlier warned that people weighing less than 50kg may be "easily blown away". from BBC News https://ift.tt/DtAzhHX

Why Beijing is not backing down on tariffs

Amid a trade war with the US, our China correspondent explains why Beijing doesn't need to change tact. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u8NOMis

Euphoria star Eric Dane diagnosed with ALS

The US actor, who was also in Grey's Anatomy, has the most common form of motor neurone disease. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IFmq7MO

Trump signs order to 'make America's showers great again'

The US president says he wants to "take care of my beautiful hair" as he eases water flow rules. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1lpgIVC

Sudan accuses UAE of 'complicity in genocide' at world court

Sudan's government alleges that the UAE is arming its civil war opponents, which it denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RT8YFyD

Woman jailed over £39 donation to Ukraine freed in US-Russia prisoner swap

Russian-American Ksenia Karelina was released by Moscow in return for the freeing of Russian-German Arthur Petrov. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j4bTH1f

Zimbabwe makes first compensation payments to white farmers over land grabs

This is the first payment under a deal aimed at helping Zimbabwe mend its relations with the West. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gDIy3B0

Despair as death toll from Dominican Republic nightclub collapse rises

Rescue workers are searching for survivors of the incident, which killed at least 113 people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vX4cyET

Royal Society of Biology mourns murdered scientist

A local mayor in Colombia offers a cash reward to help find Alessandro Coatti’s killers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BzmPHSL

Clean energy's share of world's electricity reaches 40%, report says

More clean electricity was generated in 2024 but there was a rise in the amount of coal and gas burnt too. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iwrnca7

Menendez brothers feel 'hope' for parole after decades in jail

The pair tell TMZ they are optimistic about their latest appeals over their parents' killing in 1996. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B64U9ez

Myanmar fighting continues despite post-earthquake ceasefires

The UN received reports that Myanmar's military had conducted attacks, while the military accused rebels of the same. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G83i1w5

Zimbabwe to scrap tariffs on US goods as it faces 18% Trump levy

President Mnangawa says he wants improved relations, days after Donald Trump said the US would impose an 18% tariff on Zimbabwe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xm7Qukj

Pope Francis waves to crowd in first public appearance since leaving hospital

The pontiff has not been seen in public since he left Rome's Gemelli hospital on 23 March, after undergoing treatment for pneumonia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0B7mEkF

Manhunt in Germany after three bodies found

German outlet Bild reports that a police helicopter has been deployed and vehicles entering and leaving the town are being checked. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1FZY08z

Flooding sweeps away 9-year-old as storms slam central US

High winds and heavy rain were expected to continue into Sunday, delaying clean-up efforts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TJRrmPG

Iranian president sacks deputy for 'lavish' Antarctic cruise

President says trip by Shahram Dabiri, the vice-president for parliamentary affairs, was "indefensible" while Iran's economy suffers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JvzgZGH

Video casts doubt on Israeli account of Gaza medic killings

The video was published by the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS), which said it was obtained from the phone of a paramedic who was killed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u9pP8Oz

Video footage appears to contradict Israeli account of Gaza medic killings

The footage was reportedly filmed by a Palestinian paramedic who was killed by Israeli forces along with 14 others in March. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FXlpoPM

Rosenberg: Trump takes US-Russia relations on rollercoaster ride

Trying to follow each twist between the US president and Moscow can leave you giddy, says the BBC's Steve Rosenberg. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rs0Fwl8

Israel-Turkey tensions escalate over Syria

Israeli air strikes on bases in Syria are a warning to Turkey to keep its military assets away. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3QcztGI

Libya expels aid groups accused of 'African' population plot

The groups, including the UN refugee agency, are accused of trying to change Libya's "demographic composition". from BBC News https://ift.tt/PMRWZ3B

Feasts, frogs and flowers: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oZsFQ0B

Russia not on Trump's tariff list

US media quotes the White House press secretary as saying this is because of sanctions on Moscow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xmqInPV

How were Donald Trump's tariffs calculated?

Analysts have questioned claims that new tariffs are reciprocal and based on those charged against the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Uiod8kl

Court gives Drake access to Kendrick's contracts

The star requested access to the sensitive documents in his defamation lawsuit over Not Like Us. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tIT7MFU

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti in court over tax charges

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti denies knowingly withholding parts of his salary on his tax returns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l7UEsB5

Myanmar military fires at Chinese Red Cross quake relief convoy

The Myanmar military said its troops fired shots in the air after the convoy did not stop. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1Afl9Jh

Outrage in Somalia after man says he married missing eight-year-old

Her family had not seen her for six months before she was found with a man claiming to be her husband. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DGx1B5t

Could Ukraine be about to hold an election?

Rumours are swirling that Ukraine may soon hold elections. Would that ever work during a war? from BBC News https://ift.tt/cpuR5DM

Myanmar quake: 'I feel guilty - our people need us the most now'

They fled war - now Myanmar's diaspora feel helpless watching their country struggle after the quake. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RMtSB9Z

Korean star Kim Soo-Hyun denies accusations by late actress' family

The South Korean star says he did not date his fellow actor when she was a minor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tGcYvfs

At least four killed in explosion at Spanish mine

Two others are missing after the blast at the mine in Asturias, northern Spain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WG8eOMX

Nurses cling on to newborn babies during earthquake

Friday's powerful earthquake in Myanmar was also felt in Ruili, a border city in neighbouring China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XkBgQ6J

Richard Chamberlain: Heartthrob king of the TV mini-series

Dashing American actor who was unrivalled in his ability to hold a television audience. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sVv8xW4

Watch: Rescuers dig through pile of concrete after Bangkok tower collapse

Dozens of workers were trapped when the building collapsed after a huge earthquake hit neighbouring Myanmar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KiuB4sH

In pictures: Eid celebrations around the world

Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the end of Ramadan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3oWg7SD

Partial eclipse darkens sky over UK and abroad

The eclipse won't be total anywhere in the world, but parts of Canada will come close. from BBC News https://ift.tt/THiIs0D

What caused the Myanmar earthquake - and why did it make a tower in Bangkok collapse?

The size of the earthquake and the length of the fault line it occurred on contributed to the devastation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p01d8sO

Top US vaccine official forced to resign, reports say

In his resignation letter, Peter Marks said his new boss, Robert F Kennedy Jr, favoured "misinformation and lies". from BBC News https://ift.tt/bqDHSlc

State of emergency declared in Myanmar after huge earthquake

The quake hit central Myanmar with strong tremors felt as far as south-west China and Thailand. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WOIaZSF

Putin floats idea of UN-led government in Ukraine

The move is seen as an attempt to challenge the legitimacy of the current authorities in Kyiv. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6WzFj54

Under-fire Zimbabwe president names new army chief

It comes ahead of planned protests by a group of war veterans who want Emmerson Mnangagwa to resign. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mwoABVH

Superfans and spiderman: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vgfNrLp

Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart join Avengers: Doomsday cast

The film is set for release in May 2026, with Robert Downey Jr already announced as playing Doctor Doom. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vMKciVU

Germany says it 'will not give in' as Trump announces 25% car tariffs

Major economies vow to retaliate, with China accusing Washington of violating international trade rules. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LY1MFoO

French-Algerian writer jailed over Morocco comments

Boualem Sansal, 80, told a far-right news outlet that colonial France gave too much land to Algeria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nel4zKJ

Why have the wildfires in S Korea been so devastating?

Strong wind, dry land and pine trees are a dangerous combination for wildfires, experts say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FGvSN7Z

South Korea admits to 'mass exporting' children for adoption

A report says the government is guilty of human rights violations in its overseas adoption programme. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lK1gAGT

Russia says sanctions must be lifted before Ukraine maritime ceasefire can start

Moscow and Kyiv appear at odds over when and how the US-brokered deal will come into effect. from BBC News https://ift.tt/98Gp2wq

The row that rocked K-pop: NewJeans on courage of speaking out

NewJeans talk to the BBC in their first interview since a court blocked their attempt to leave their record label. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WHwzeTO

Brazil's Supreme Court to decide whether to put Bolsonaro on trial

Jair Bolsonaro is accused of plotting a coup, but the ex-president says he is the victim of a witch hunt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/klPw8Bz

Grandparents arrested on suspicion of toddler's murder in French Alps

Emile Soleil mysteriously vanished in 2023, in a case that made headlines across France. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DGjU1tY

Car lost by Johnny Hallyday at poker sold for €132,000

The 1975 Panther De Ville given to him by his then-wife had mink seats, a gold disc on top of the grille and hubcaps carrying his initials. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UGRtqM4

Tate brothers report to Romania police after return from US

The brothers report to Romanian police as part of an ongoing criminal investigation after returning from the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dVc0RNK

First black Republican congresswoman Mia Love dies at 49

Love made history when she was voted into the House of Representatives for Utah, but was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cEWmbUu

A deal in the desert? US and Ukraine meet ahead of Russia ceasefire talks

US negotiators are holding talks in Saudi Arabia with Ukraine on Sunday, and separately with Russia on Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yKEFt1i

Israeli strike at Gaza hospital kills Hamas official and aide

Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry said medical staff had been injured and some of the hospital destroyed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TkwsyXx

Moment Pope Francis greets cheering crowds from hospital window

It's the first public appearance for the pontiff since he was admitted in February. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZxVDrkg

Canada can win trade war with US, foreign affairs minister Mélanie Joly says

Canada is among the countries waiting to see what Trump's 2 April reciporcal tariffs look like. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HOZkBqI

At least two dead as wildfires rage in South Korea

Two people were found dead as multiple fires raged across the country on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bzYvZ2M

Pope to be discharged from hospital on Sunday

Pope Francis was admitted to hospital for double pneumonia on 14 February. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1dxqcl6

Israel warns Lebanon after first rocket attack since ceasefire

Israel says three rockets fired from Lebanon were intercepted - the first attack since a November ceasefire with Hezbollah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WLpfaQn

Prince William rides in tank during Estonia visit

The Prince of Wales has visited troops at a strategically important army base on Russia's border from BBC News https://ift.tt/AGYjysN

Erdogan condemns Turkey protests as dozens arrested

Police arrested Istanbul's mayor, a key opposition figure, on Wednesday, sparking protests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cr0gqZI

Iceland minister who had a child with a teenager 30 years ago quits

Ásthildur Lóa Thórsdóttir had a relationship with a 15 year old when she was 22, she revealed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vMJrHc1

What does the US education department do - and can Trump dismantle it?

The US president is expected to order a shutdown of the department, which he has already cut back. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AjDWPSH

China executed four Canadians for drug crimes, says Ottawa

The Chinese embassy in Canada said evidence for the Canadians' crimes was "solid and sufficient". from BBC News https://ift.tt/a0wjHXi

Colombian police arrest Italian fugitive accused of being mafia boss

Police have described Emanuele Gregorini as "the head of the Italian mafia Latin America". from BBC News https://ift.tt/nyQTm8v

Ex-researcher sentenced to death for spying, China says

The researcher sold classified material at a "very low price" to a foreign spy agency, authorities say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n2xhoUT

Why Israel has bombed Gaza and what next for ceasefire deal?

The truce was already in trouble - now Israeli air strikes have dealt it a huge blow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ow0DvzT

'Once again, fear has gripped the people'

Gaza residents were woken by airstrikes hitting buildings as Israel shattered a two-month ceasefire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RPdQYgs

Germany votes for historic boost to defence spending

The move alters the German constitution, allowing the country to increase its military spending. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZmMDRsB

At least 12 dead in Honduras plane crash

Officials who took part in the emergency operations said that five people were rescued. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s2iDKHo

Cannes award-winning actress Dequenne dies at 43

Émilie Dequenne shot to fame when she won the best actress award at the film festival at the age of 18. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7TUKriE

Saakashvili handed further four years in jail

The former president of Georgia has been imprisoned since 2021 when he returned to the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WTnr1PB

Fisherman rescued after 95 days adrift eating turtles

Maximo Napa Castro set off for what should have been a two-week trip on 7 December - but was only found on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lgNsnIW

Trump silences Voice of America as staff put on leave

More than 1,300 staff including journalists and producers have been put on administrative leave. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l1yOUGa

Watch: Man films as tornado roars past his house

The roaring wind can be heard, as debris flies past the windows of the Mississippi property. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p0Ftqx1

Aid workers killed in Israeli air strike in Gaza, charity tells BBC

The Israeli military says it was targeting terrorists who "posed a threat to Israeli troops". from BBC News https://ift.tt/bcUOCEh

'Do you have communist links?' US sends 36 questions to UN aid groups

UN groups fear the move is a sign the US is planning to abandon humanitarian work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2q1wMjP

Musk says first mission to Mars will launch next year

The billionaire says an unmanned mission by his SpaceX "Starship" vehicle will be followed by human landings as early as 2029. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2rG1ygU

US rejects 'impractical' Hamas demands as Gaza truce hangs in balance

A Palestinian official tells the BBC that Israel and Hamas disagreed over a proposal to extend the fragile ceasefire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gvNE3Gl

Holi 2025: India comes alive with the festival of colours

The festival, celebrated in India and abroad, commemorates the victory of good over evil. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jBkDnXW

German spy agency supported Covid lab leak theory, reports say

China denies German media reports of an assessment carried out by spying agency BND in 2020 supporting the theory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xVLPpYJ

South Africa in 'uncharted waters' as budget splits coalition government

The finance minister's decision to push ahead with tax hikes puts him at odds with coalition partners. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ySHxboX

India arrests crypto administrator with Russia links wanted by US

Aleksej Besciokov is wanted by the US for allegedly laundering money and violating sanctions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lCFEfaj

Wombat row: See how you go with a baby crocodile - Australian PM

The Australian PM has criticised a US influencer after she stole a baby wombat from her mother. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ch0moZg

Six things that could get more expensive for Americans under Trump tariffs

Economists say the president's import taxes could result in higher prices for a range of products in the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GemO4VI

Amazon forest felled to build road for climate summit

The infrastructure required to host COP30 in Belém is undermining the cause, campaigners say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/psa5JeT

Moment inmates stage prison break in Indonesia

At least 53 inmates escaped a prison in Aceh, Indonesia, with officials acknowledging overcapacity issues at the facility. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4KRtGlQ

Passengers describe 'doomsday scenes' on hijacked train

More than 400 passengers were on board a train in south-west Pakistan when armed militants attacked. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rP8LoA3

Greenland's election: Why does it matter and how does it work?

Five of the six parties favour Greenland's independence from Denmark, differing only on how quickly that should come about. from BBC News https://ift.tt/czOdNjX

Pakistan militants attack train and take passengers hostage

Police say at least three people were injured in the attack and it is unclear how many people are being held hostage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4peirad

Sweden says Russia is greatest threat to its security

The nation's security service says there is a "tangible risk" of the security situation deteriorating further. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hCwfPbn

Uganda deploys troops to South Sudan to secure capital - military chief

The deployment comes as tensions rise between South Sudan's president and his deputy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oLB9gm2

Why this week is important for Ukraine's future

Donald Trump believes Kyiv is now ready to "move forward" with a ceasefire with Russia. BBC News correspondent James Waterhouse explains what it means for Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gXfGb2L

Vanuatu revokes citizenship of fugitive Indian ex-IPL cricket boss

Lalit Modi is wanted by Indian authorities in connection with corruption allegations, which he denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l4HS9mh

Secret Service shoots armed man outside White House

President Donald Trump was not in the White House at the time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aRc9tSE

DR Congo offers $5m bounties for rebel leaders

The M23 rebel group has seized large parts of the mineral-rich eastern DR Congo this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zyWBjD8

Mass blackouts in storm-hit eastern Australia

Residents are warned power may not return for days as further heavy rainfall is forecast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AWFCNrV

European leaders back 'realistic' Arab plan for Gaza

The foreign ministers of France, Germany, Italy and Britain welcomed the plan, which calls for Gaza to be rebuilt over five years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wm4dHb6

South Korea's impeached president Yoon released from detention

Yoon Suk Yeol still faces trial on insurrection charges for his failed attempt to impose martial law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mv1BjpU

Vital leprosy drugs due in Nigeria after year delay

Newly diagnosed patients may have suffered irreversible damage as a result of not having the drugs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QehTxb1

Afghan women who fled Taliban to study abroad face return after USAID freeze

US aid funding enabled thousands of Afghan women to study abroad or online, but many of these programmes are now suspended. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tEhTZ0p

Ros Atkins on... the week after the Oval Office row

The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins takes a look at the situation on the ground in Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4XVAOw7

Donald Tusk announces military training plan for all Polish men

Poland's prime minister said his government plans to have a model ready by the end of the year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iJU86cR

Olympian wanted by FBI on drug ring charges

Former Canadian snowboarder Ryan Wedding has been placed on the FBI's 10 most wanted fugitives list. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n9zsfSL

General's arrest violates South Sudan peace deal, opposition says

Two close allies of the vice-president, a bitter rival of the president, are arrested. from BBC News https://ift.tt/saVhTvX

Sweden is 'no longer a country that cannot be trusted'

Sweden and Finland's defence sectors are benefiting from their countries joining Nato. from BBC News https://ift.tt/961zEfm

US actor Jesse Eisenberg gets Polish citizenship

The star wrote and directed a a film about two cousins who travel to Poland to honour their grandmother. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5aIWA8G

Gaza food aid scarce after Israel halts entry

The UN said at least 80 community kitchens may run out of stock, and remaining food rations will soon run dry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3oaZdem

Fact-checking Trump's address to Congress

BBC Verify has looked into several claims made by Trump during his speech to Congress. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0rGXepE

Watch: Chaos as MPs throw smoke grenades in Serbian Parliament

At least three people were injured when politicians clashed with security in a show of support for anti-government protestors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f4aXkhq

Ukraine's shock over US military aid pause

One Ukrainian politician urged Trump "not to play with these dangerous issues because we're talking about lives". from BBC News https://ift.tt/vp7mEQf

What pause in US military aid could mean for Ukraine

It's a bitter blow for Ukraine and Europe - but not the first time the US has withheld aid, writes BBC's Jonathan Beale. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CEXBNmy

Watch: Stars celebrate at glitzy Oscars after party

Award winners and nominees headed for a night of partying across Los Angeles after the Oscars ceremony concluded. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nTEsmCD

Israeli police say one killed in train station knife attack

Several others were hurt in the rare attack by a member of Israel's Druze community, in Haifa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mFxSrhU

Hegseth orders pause in US cyber-offensive against Russia

The reported directive from the defence secretary comes during an American push to end the war in Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sgYCcTH

DR Congo accuses Rwanda of faking genocide suspects video

Rwanda-backed rebels said they captured fighters from a group that took part in the 1994 genocide. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6bqjQZO

Pope absent from St Peter's Square for third week

Pope Francis is unable to deliver his traditional Angelus prayer in person, with the Vatican publishing a text. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jPKCfFB

Watch: Protesters target JD Vance in Vermont

The vice-president and his family reportedly moved to an undisclosed location from their planned ski resort as a result. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TVOS9EQ

Private spacecraft Blue Ghost lands on Moon

It was launched by Firefly Aerospace in January with the mission of exploring the Sea of Crises. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UvsSj3x

Four dead and several missing after India avalanche

A rescue operation is under way after the avalanche swept away road construction workers in the village of Mana. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UB4ueap

Ukrainians back Zelensky after disastrous White House encounter

The more the country is attacked, the more unity there is, Ukrainians tell the BBC in Kyiv. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l726NPs

Steve Rosenberg: Vladimir Putin can afford to sit back and watch events unfold

A breakdown in relations between Ukraine and the US is potentially very serious for Kyiv, but very positive for Moscow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ta0MWQq

Dozens arrested in global hit against AI-generated child abuse

At least 25 people were detained during a worldwide operation, Europol says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YMlcw03

Hundreds in US climate agency fired in latest cuts

Around 880 workers - including weather forecasters - are reported to have lost their jobs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ia98ZEk

What we know about the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife

US investigators are trying to establish how Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy died. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F0R7Z4t

Volcano owners' conviction over deadly eruption thrown out

Twenty-two people died and others were badly injured in the 2019 Whakaari/White Island disaster. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2z6XoyT

Why are the Tate brothers heading to the US?

Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan have left Romania, where they were previously under a travel ban. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GOl5StT

Thailand deports dozens of Uyghurs to China

The move comes after rights groups warned the Uyghurs face torture and possibly death back in China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PCamRnY

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Gaza ceasefire deal impasse resolved by mediators, officials say

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Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Demi Moore and Timothée Chalamet were among the actors smiling for the camera. from BBC News https://ift.tt/csaDQip

Indian doctors remove teen's 'parasitic' twin in rare surgery

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Religious sect parents jailed over death of diabetic daughter

Elizabeth Struhs was denied insulin by her parents, who believed God would heal her. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HVB28ED

Spanish city 'adopts' migrants who intervened in homophobic attack

Ibrahima Diack and Magatte N'Diaye are given "adopted sons of the city" status in A Coruña. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yXIszG0

Race against time to save eight Indian workers trapped inside tunnel

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SAG Awards: Winners revealed on a glittering night in LA

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Love, loss and duty: Ukraine's photojournalists share stories of war

Moving accounts of some of the men and women behind the striking images that have encapsulated the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s6htC5e

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India bans two opioids behind crisis in West Africa

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French prisoner 'The Fly' arrested nine months after deadly van ambush

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Trans Euphoria star says new passport lists her as male

Hunter Schafer, a transgender woman, hits out at President Donald Trump's policies on gender. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pjC3MKy

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Exposing an Indian pharma firm fuelling West Africa's opioid crisis

An Indian drug maker tells a BBC undercover team its addictive cocktail drug is “very harmful” but “this is business”. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HtPQo62

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Argentina's president gifted Elon Musk a chainsaw to symbolise cuts to bureaucracy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EpvrN7b

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Watch: Moment man vandalises ancient Incan artefact

Peruvian police released footage showing a suspect pounding Cusco's 12-Angle Stone. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XQhbwEI

Russian ambassador 'not sure' Ukrainians would re-elect Zelensky

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Watch: Trump and Musk discuss conflict of interests

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'Died for stealing chocolate': Pakistan anger over death of child maid

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What key players want from Ukraine war talks

BBC reporters analyse what European powers in Paris, and Russian and US officials in Saudi Arabia aim to achieve. from BBC News https://ift.tt/msLPCyj

Five takeaways from the Munich Security Conference

The Munich conference exposed tensions between the US and Europe over Nato and Ukraine - the BBC's Frank Gardner explains why this was a watershed in relations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Z4CDHh

Trump appeals to Supreme Court over firing of US agency boss

The leader of an independent whistleblowing agency sued after he was fired by email this month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GXmV1BI

One year on: Did democratic opposition in Russia die with Alexei Navalny?

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Austria stabbing was Islamist attack, says minister

A 14-year-old boy was killed and five others were wounded in the attack in Villach. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tuRQ7eD

Dozens killed in Mali illegal gold mine collapse

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Families heartbreak after deadly Dehli railway station crush

Eyewitnesses and relatives of victims spoke of their pain and trauma after a crush at an overcrowded railway station claimed 18 lives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TucK2l1

Cover up or pay a fine, Portugal's Albufeira warns

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Vance's blast at Europe ignores Ukraine and defence agenda

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Accuser drops rape lawsuit against Jay-Z and Sean Combs

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Modi hails US-India 'mega partnership' in Trump meeting

Trump and Modi, who share warm personal ties, met in the shadow of trade tensions complicating US-India relations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tBy82HJ

DR Congo singer killed filming video in conflict city

Delcat Idengo, well-known for his songs critical of all sides in the fighting, died in Goma. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qDxMfUC

Confusion clouds efforts to save Gaza ceasefire

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Grenade attack in French bar injures 12

The motive is not clear but investigators say it "may be linked to a settling of scores". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tyt2lia

Fifty countries affected by USAID freeze, says WHO

HIV treatments and other services have been disrupted, says Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K0Mucm6

Dozens evacuated in Argentine skyscraper fire

Forty people were treated for smoke inhalation after the fire broke out in the Argentine capital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dlwGRn5

Paul Adams: Why the Gaza ceasefire is under growing strain

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CAR leader launches meme-coin 'experiment'

President Touadéra says it could "unite people" but many have lost money on similar investments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9Fv8xQO

How long could the Santorini 'seismic crisis' last?

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Parents sue TikTok over teen deaths in 'challenge' trends

The US-based Social Media Victims Law Center filed the wrongful death lawsuit on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kI4Pvbs

Man arrested after 'serious incident' in north Dublin

He was arrested in the Stoneybatter area of the city on Sunday and is currently being detained. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pPCB0IM

Sri Lanka hit by nationwide power cut

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Israel troops withdraw from corridor that split Gaza in two

Palestinians on cars and carts begin returning to northern Gaza - often to scenes of utter destruction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uhyej9l

Freed Israeli hostage's British family concerned over gaunt appearance

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Actor's grief after mum and husband die in France

Actor Callum Kerr said the family are grieving the loss of Andrew and Dawn Searle, who were found dead in France. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wzKOtXq

Judge blocks Musk team access to Treasury Department records

Nineteen state attorneys general sued the Trump administration after the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) was given access. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rw0ul5S

Jailed Singapore ex-minister moved to house arrest

Subramaniam Iswaran's case gripped the island nation that prides itself with its squeaky clean image. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tJmzSqb

Alaska authorities search for missing small plane

The craft carrying 10 people was on flight from Unalakleet to Nome when "its position was lost". from BBC News https://ift.tt/dSafHyv

Protesters set fire to ex-Bangladesh PM's family home

It was sparked by news Sheikh Hasina would address the country via social media from exile in India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sgt0cGH

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath announce final show

The band will reunite to play a charity show with metal legends Metallica, Anthrax and Slayer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WQpnBzJ

Moment tiger and boar rescued from well in India

Officials say the unlikely pair fell into the water when the tiger was chasing the boar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k7yd236

Belgian police hunt for gunmen in Brussels underground

At least two suspects wearing balaclavas were seen with weapons at Clemenceau station. from BBC News https://ift.tt/loAVz2j

Five people shot at school in central Sweden

The school shooting happened in Örebro 200km west of Stockholm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jRQDLdX

Five sentenced to death in Nigeria over 'witchcraft' murder

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Thousands evacuate Santorini amid earthquake fears

Hundreds of earthquakes have rattled the island since Sunday, leading emergency flights to be scheduled. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HfuAeFO

Pro-Russia paramilitary leader killed in Moscow blast

Armen Sargsyan, the leader of a paramilitary unit wanted by Ukraine, died from his injuries following an explosion on Monday morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K719sOp

Amy Allen becomes first woman to win best songwriter Grammy

She was nominated for her work on hits for Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo and Justin Timberlake. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PoiHQej

Teenage girl killed in shark attack in Australia

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Spain football kiss 'stained' World Cup win, player tells trial

Luis Rubiales went on trial in Madrid on Monday over the kiss, accused of sexual assault and coercion. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BV30Uvt

Watch: Punxsutawney Phil makes Groundhog Day weather prediction

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Santorini to shut schools as tremors rattle island

Greek authorities have advised against gatherings in enclosed spaces following "seismic activity". from BBC News https://ift.tt/bcVDTws

Thousands flee homes as floods hit Australia

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Trump says he ordered airstrikes on Islamic State group in Somalia

Trump says he ordered military airstrikes on a senior attack planner from the Islamic State group in Somalia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vP63UqW

Sick and wounded Palestinians leave Gaza as Rafah crossing reopens

The Rafah crossing reopened after eight months, allowing fifty medical patients into Egypt to receive treatment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cbk1iuM

Three Israeli hostages and dozens of Palestinian prisoners released

Saturday's handover was less chaotic than the exchange a few days ago, after concerns were expressed over safety. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NJBHKFl

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In total, 183 prisoners were released by Israel, after Hamas released three Israeli hostages who were taken to Gaza on 7 October 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E3uMV28

Rwanda illegally occupying DR Congo, minister tells BBC

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Ros Atkins on... what may have caused Washington DC plane crash

The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins on the unanswered questions around a fatal crash between a commercial airplane and a military helicopter near Washington DC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I6DTiRq

Merkel criticises her party leader after far-right vote

The former chancellor's comments come after the CDU put forward a proposal which was supported by the far-right AfD. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mFuP3Qf

Chaos and celebrations as eight more hostages released by Hamas

Three Israelis and five Thai nationals comprised the latest group of hostages released since the Gaza ceasefire was announced. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rbMxiDH

Five skiers killed in French Alps avalanches

Two separate avalanches killed four Norwegians and one Swiss skier. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vzsrx1N

Outgunning Congo - the evidence that shows Rwanda is backing M23 rebels

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BBC travels with first Jordanian helicopter delivering aid inside Gaza

The BBC is the first media to fly with a Jordanian aid flight into Israeli-held territory in southern Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S6eh4Xz

Serbian PM quits after months of mass protests

Milos Vucevic's resignation follows months of nationwide demonstrations over the collapse of a station roof which killed 15. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mAaWfQG

Peace calls mount amid conflict in DR Congo's key city

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Vigil held at 'death wall' in Auschwitz, 80 years on

Thousands of prisoners were executed by SS officers outside Block 11 in Auschwitz. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hVNAYzl

New Zealand eases visa rules to lure 'digital nomads'

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Nigerian star 2Baba announces separation from wife

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Trump says he wants Egypt and Jordan to take in Palestinians from Gaza

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S Korea's Yoon indicted for insurrection over martial law attempt

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Man jailed for 30 years for Charlie Hebdo meat cleaver attack

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Ukraine claims drone strike on Russian oil refinery

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German frontrunner vows permanent border controls after knife attack

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Meta denies forcing users to follow Trump accounts

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Kenya eases travel requirements for nearly all African visitors

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Ten dead in ski resort fire at Turkish hotel

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Indian man jailed for life for rape and murder of doctor

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South Korean impeached president's detention extended

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US firm that accused Adani Group of fraud shuts down

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Landslides kill at least 10 in Brazil's Minas Gerais state

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Oliviero Toscani, Benetton's shock photographer, dies aged 82

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Nigeria military kills 16 civilians in air strike 'mistake'

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Taliban 'do not see women as human', says Malala

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Trump wants to take Greenland: Four ways this saga could go

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Why Trump was spared a penalty in hush-money sentencing

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The woman got married to her partner as she believed it would boost his social media following. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ucV8L4z

Mel Gibson says his home burned down in LA fires

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Army chief elected Lebanon's president after years of deadlock

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Man with crocodile skull in luggage arrested at Delhi airport

He was stopped by airport officials during a security check at Indira Gandhi International Airport. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D7YzLvu

Panama Canal will stay in our hands, minister tells Trump

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Italian journalist Cecilia Sala freed by Iran

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Israeli strikes kills 19 in southern Gaza, health officials say

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Magdeburg Christmas market attack deaths rise to six

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Mozambique opposition leader says he will return home from exile

Venâncio Mondlane left Mozambique shortly before last October's elections, which he says he won. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RaDxwSZ

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Blanca Ojanguren García was gored to death while bathing the animal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qAjOB7a

Motorbike-sized tuna sold to Tokyo sushi restaurateurs for $1.3m

The huge bluefin, which was auctioned in Tokyo, will be served at restaurants across Japan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rYk5Wjl

Ukraine launches new offensive in Russia's Kursk region

The Russian Defence Ministry says efforts to fight back against Ukrainian forces are continuing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2LWIxDF

Rwanda-backed rebels seize key town in DR Congo

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Biden awards Wintour, Bono and Soros with Medal of Freedom

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World's oldest person Tomiko Itooka dies aged 116

Ms Itooka lived through two world wars and was credited with a sprightly spirit all her life. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DfUd1Wc

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Edward Pettifer, 31, is believed to be the stepson of Prince William and Prince Harry's former nanny. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tvCTboX

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Apple to pay $95m to settle Siri 'listening' lawsuit

The tech giant denies wrongdoing after being accused of eavesdropping on customers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pjy3E5a

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CCTV catches moment pick-up truck turns into a busy street in New Orleans killing several people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lDpa3jr

Hamas police chief among 11 killed in Israeli strike on Gaza, medics say

Three children and two women were also reportedly among the 11 killed at a tent camp. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n5Holfp

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The moment was captured on a webcam in the French Quarter of the city, moments after the attack happened. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ePqmNys

Watch: BBC visits scene of deadly New Orleans attack

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The two actors starred together in It Ends With Us, which was released last summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YXTwGQc

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