Police seize €1.3bn from Campari owner over alleged tax evasion

The spirit manufacturer's parent firm is accused of failing to declare a similar amount in tax during a merger. from BBC News https://...

'We saw people murdered in front of us' - Sudan siege survivors speak to the BBC

Harrowing accounts from people who have escaped an RSF assault on the besieged city of el-Fasher. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xHDJbsV

What is COP30 and why does it matter?

World leaders will soon gather for the annual UN meeting on how to tackle climate change. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QTg603r

Trump's Asia tour sees deals, knee-bending and a revealing final meeting

His five-day tour displayed the power of his presidency - but also, at times, that power's limitations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T...

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 104, health ministry says, after Hamas accused of killing soldier

US President Trump says "nothing" will jeopardise the two-week-old ceasefire despite the flare-up of violence. from BBC News htt...

Investigation after woman left behind by cruise ship dies on island

Crew of Coral Adventurer only realised the 80-year-old Australian was missing hours after they left Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef....

Strong winds and flying debris as Hurricane Melissa makes landfall

Storm surges of 13 feet (3.9m) above ground level and destructive waves are expected as the storm hits Jamaica. from BBC News https://ift....

Confederate statue torn down during anti-racism protests reinstalled in Washington

General Albert Pike's statue, toppled during George Floyd protests in 2020, is restored under orders from President Donald Trump. from...

Ivory Coast president, 83, secures fourth term after two rivals barred

Alassane Ouattara's win is unsurprising as his biggest rivals were barred from contesting the election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y...

Argentina's Milei wins big in midterms with 'chainsaw' austerity

Milei's radical spending cuts have won favour with Donald Trump, but also attracted widespread criticism. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Violent protests flare in Cameroon as results due in contested election

An opposition candidate is challenging the incumbent president's 43-year hold on power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gpm0zXV

Hurricane Melissa strengthens as it barrels towards Jamaica

The rare highest-strength storm is set to hit Jamaica by Tuesday, having already caused two deaths in Haiti. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

Russia says it has tested nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile

The experimental weapon is hailed as having a potentially unlimited range - though Western experts have questioned its value. from BBC New...

Hundreds of smartphones intensified India bus blaze - reports

The bus was carrying 234 smartphones that likely ruptured, exacerbating the fire, officials told local media. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

'I'm not done', Kamala Harris tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg

The former vice president made her strongest suggestion to date that she will make another presidential bid in 2028 - after losing to Donald...

Connolly declared president of Ireland after landslide win

The result, long clear from early tallies, was officially announced at Dublin Castle. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w9gL4SD

Warsaw Ghetto survivor who resisted the Nazis dies

Michael Smuss, an artist who helped make petrol bombs during the uprising, died in Israel aged 99. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IC5wOSi

NBA injuries, x-ray poker tables and the mafia: What we know about gambling arrests

Authorities said the "mind-boggling" fraud involved tens of millions of dollars and included members of organised crime. from BB...

The decades-old exemption that lets Trump fast-track White House rebuild

The White House and several other buildings are exempt from the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h...

US forces kill two in strike on alleged drug boat in the Pacific

This is the eighth US strike on alleged drug trafficking vessels near Latin America, the first on the Pacific side. from BBC News https://...

Cameroon judges reject election-rigging complaints

Results will be announced on Monday, prolonging the uncertainty with the opposition claiming victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RZKFdN5...

Mosquitoes found in Iceland for first time after record heat

Previously the country was one of the world's only mosquito-free zones. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9rHRDdP

Gaza ceasefire deal going better than expected, Vance says

The US vice-president's visit comes after a flare-up of violence between Israel and Hamas that threatened to derail the 12-day-old truce...

Watch: Dozens of giant pumpkins hit the water for rowing race

The 'squashbucklers' climbed into their hollowed out giant gourds, which are grown locally in the US state of Oregon. from BBC New...

US strikes on Latin American 'drug boats': What do we know, and are they legal?

Experts have suggested several attacks launched by the US may be illegal under international law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VzH4hYB

Brazil grants oil exploration licence in Amazon region

The project by state oil giant Petrobras has faced dismay and opposition from conservationists. from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/art...

Israel receives body Hamas says is Gaza hostage

Before Monday, Hamas had handed over all living hostages and 12 out of 28 deceased hostages under a ceasefire. from BBC News https://www.b...

Why John Bolton case is more serious than those against other Trump critics

Bolton argues his case is an example of "weaponisation" but legal experts say the charges are serious. from BBC News https://ift...

Giuffre thought she might 'die a sex slave' at hands of Epstein and his circle, memoir reveals

The BBC obtained a copy of Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir ahead of its publication on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6iJa...

'We are orphans': Kenyans bid farewell to ex-PM Odinga in his political heartland

Kisumu mourners flock to see Raila Odinga's body as Barack Obama remembers "a true champion of democracy". from BBC News htt...

Red Cross retrieves body of dead hostage in Gaza, Israel says

The Israeli military says "a coffin of a deceased hostage" is now on the way to its troops in the territory. from BBC News https...

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/0CiWN5E

Polish judge refuses to extradite Ukrainian Nord Stream blasts suspect

The judge ordered his release, after a ruling that was met with a ripple of surprise in court and a smile from the Ukrainian in the dock. ...

Airline apologises for asking dead flight attendant for paperwork

The woman's death has triggered widespread anger in Taiwan following speculation that she was overworked. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

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/2HVo4D...

Titan submersible imploded due to poor engineering, say US officials

The submersible disappeared from sensors on its journey to the wreck of the Titanic, killing all five people on board. from BBC News https...

Bangladesh garment factory fire kills at least 16

The dead have been burned beyond recognition and officials have warned that the toll could rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6YpCaxk

24 hours with Trump on diplomatic tornado through Middle East

The US president's single-day tour was a victory lap rather than an exercise in setting out detail, writes the BBC's Tom Bateman. ...

Israel identifies bodies of four dead hostages returned by Hamas

The first four deceased hostages to be returned are Guy Illouz, Bipin Joshi, Yossi Sharabi and Daniel Peretz. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

French pair sentenced in Iran on spying charges

The defendants are believed to be couple Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris, who were arrested in 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/70GMhv1 ...

'Indescribable happiness' as detainees return to Gaza

Israel says it has released 1,968 prisoners and detainees as part of a ceasefire deal with Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jlwP8CX

'She left trail of fairy dust': Tributes pour in for Diane Keaton

First Wives Club co-star Goldie Hawn says Diane Keaton left "memories beyond imagination" following her death aged 79. from BBC ...

No survivors found after Tennessee explosives plant blast

With 18 people unaccounted for, the tragedy is "even more devastating than we thought", says a sheriff. from BBC News https://if...

'We are inventing captivity medicine': Hospital prepares for freed Israeli hostages

Several of the hostages will be brought from Gaza to the Rabin Medical Center in Petah Tikva. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1bfq7Bg

Can the world's oldest president keep his title and woo a nation of young voters?

Cameroon's Paul Biya promises young voters "the best is yet to come" as others hunger for "young blood". from BBC ...

Qatar to build air force facility in Idaho, US says

The facility in Idaho will be used to train Qatari pilots to fly F-15 fighter jets, the US defence secretary says. from BBC News https://i...

South African farm worker describes how women fed to pigs to 'dispose of evidence'

Adrian De Wet tells the South African court that "when pigs are hungry enough, they'll eat anything". from BBC News https://...

Jeremy Bowen: There's now a realistic chance of ending the war - but it's not over yet

For the first time since the Hamas attacks on Israel two years ago, there is a realistic chance of ending the horrors from BBC News https:...

Naked mole rats' DNA could hold key to long life

The bald, subterranean rats are the world's longest-lived rodent. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0AOwEqM

Have Russians set up a military base in my childhood home?

Satellite images show the house where the BBC's Vitaly Shevchenko grew up could now be a Russian base. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ui...

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 New...

No more veggie burgers? EU parliament votes to ban meat names for plant-based foods

Pressure to ban meat labels for plant-based products comes from Europe's livestock farmers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/37suvzn

Five takeaways from Pam Bondi's tense, partisan Senate hearing

Nerves were raw in a hearing that covered much ground, and saw Trump's attorney general go on the attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Fifa accuses Malaysia of faking foreign-born players' eligibility

The alleged forgery was done to comply with Fifa's 'grandfather rule' for foreign-born players. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y...

Everest hikers guided to safety after being stranded by blizzard

Hundreds of hikers have been guided to safety in Tibet after becoming trapped over the weekend by heavy snowfall. from BBC News https://if...

What are the key sticking points in Trump's Gaza peace plan?

Negotiators from Israel and Hamas are heading to Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, to start indirect talks about ending the Israel-Gaza war. from BB...

Shoe thrown at India's top judge in religious row

A lawyer attacks India's Chief Justice BR Gavai, apparently over remarks he made about Hinduism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KeSvUpG ...

New Zealand pays Samoa millions after naval ship crash

HMNZS Manawanui started leaking oil into the ocean after it sank in Samoan waters a year ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j1G4lIu

Trump and Brazilian President Lula have 'friendly' call

Brazil's government said the two "reminisced about the good chemistry" they had at the UN in New York. from BBC News https:/...

Al-Shabab militants dress as soldiers to storm Somali jail

An explosion and gunfire were heard coming from the jail, located near the presidential palace in Mogadishu. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

Watch: Will President Trump get a Nobel Peace Prize?

The BBC asked Americans in Washington what they think the US president needs to do to earn the prestigious award. from BBC News https://if...

Congress remains deadlocked on shutdown ahead of Monday vote

The Senate will meet again Monday to try to pass a bill to reopen the government but the chances of it passing appear slim. from BBC News ...

Georgia protesters try to storm Tbilisi presidential palace

Police used pepper spray to disperse demonstrators amid growing turmoil in the Caucasus country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ciBklSC

Who is Japan's 'Iron Lady' Sanae Takaichi?

The conservative politician is set to be Japan's first female prime minister. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lR6iX5A

Watch: Protesters attempt to storm Georgia's presidential palace

Water cannon and pepper spray was used by authorities to disperse protesters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dVuQxO1

Fatal attack revives debate over controversial shark nets in Australia

The use of controversial shark nets was about to be scaled back in Sydney when a surfer was killed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ilfZOEa

Trump wields axe over 'Democrat Agencies' as shutdown blame game rages

He said the shutdown could be an opportunity to "clear out dead wood", giving no hint of concessions to Democrats. from BBC News...

Senior member of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang arrested

The alleged head of the gang's armed wing was arrested in an operation between Colombia, the US and the UK. from BBC News https://ift....

'Find common ground', tourists in Washington tell lawmakers amid shutdown

Several museums and landmarks, including the US Capitol and Washington Monument, have closed to visitors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JlK...

Captain of tanker linked to Russian 'shadow fleet' charged in France

The Chinese national faces a count of refusing to follow naval instructions while piloting the vessel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XZQhYO...

Jimmy Kimmel on the moment he found out he was going off air

His brief suspension came after his comments about the killing of Charlie Kirk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3fCHjK5

Three dead, dozens trapped after Indonesian school collapses on students

The rescue was temporarily halted on Tuesday as authorities say the building is at risk of further collapse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

Investigators search for motive in deadly Michigan church attack

Officials have interviewed more than 100 people as they work to establish why a gunman attacked a church and set it on fire. from BBC News...

What we know about Michigan church shooting and arson attack

Officials have not yet named a motive for the shooter or the names of the four people killed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rtdKkAi

Afghanistan telecom blackout as Taliban shuts off internet

Phone and internet connections are down nationwide after the Taliban cut fibre-optic connections to prevent "immorality". from B...

US citizen released by Taliban after nine-month detention

Amir Amiry is expected to return to the US after months of negotiations for his release, which were led by Qatari mediators. from BBC News...

Three dead and several injured after shooting at US waterfront bar

The attacker opened fire from a boat at a crowded waterfront bar in Southport, North Carolina, officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Thunberg denies claims Gaza flotilla is a publicity stunt

The Swedish activist tells the BBC that no one would "risk their life" purely to gain attention. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8e...

Elon Musk and Prince Andrew named in new Epstein files

The documents by the estate of convicted paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein were released by Congressional Democrats. from BBC News http...

Assata Shakur, black liberation activist exiled in Cuba dies at 78

She fled to Cuba after being convicted in the killing of a police officer but she denied shooting the officer. from BBC News https://ift.t...

New York office gunman had low-level CTE, medical examiner finds

Shane Tamura killed four while targeting NFL offices in July from BBC News https://ift.tt/FhmB12O

Over 1,000 children fall ill from free school lunches in Indonesia

The government's multi-billion-dollar "nutritious meals programme" has been plagued by food poisoning. from BBC News https:/...

From former president to future prisoner: Sarkozy's conviction divides France

Sarkozy is back where he used to be – dominating the news and dividing the nation, writes the BBC's Hugh Schofield. from BBC News http...

Trump urges Turkey to stop buying Russian oil as Erdogan chases deal on F-35s

The US president suggests the US could lift sanctions on Turkey and allow it to buy F-35 jets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IQbv0T3

Typhoon Ragasa makes landfall in China after 17 killed in Taiwan

Ragasa is the world's strongest storm this year and has been roaring over the South China Sea for days. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e...

Malawi's ex-president wins election in comeback at age 85

Peter Mutharika defeated the incumbent, Lazarus Chakwera, the election commission announces. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qKxlur5

From escalators to teleprompters, Trump piles on criticism at the UN

In a wide-ranging speech, President Trump slammed the world body and singled out many of the countries in attendance. from BBC News https:...

Macron calls Trump after motorcade blocks his car

Macron and Trump were in New York for the 80th UN General Assembly from BBC News https://ift.tt/s4IZ1uR

France formally recognises Palestinian state

Speaking at the UN in New York, President Emmanuel Macron said "the time for peace has come". from BBC News https://ift.tt/7pil6...

Copenhagen airport shut after drone sightings, police say

Take-offs and landings at the airport have been suspended since around 20:30 local time (19:30 BST). from BBC News https://ift.tt/g5dfQ7p ...

California bans most law enforcement including ICE from wearing masks

Law enforcement officials will also be required to identify themselves while conducting duties by both name and badge number. from BBC New...

Watch: Keir Starmer says UK recognises Palestinian state

Prime Minister Starmer says the move will "revive the hope of peace" but Israel says it is "nothing but a reward for jihadist...

Recognising Palestinian statehood opens another question - who would lead it?

With the president approaching 90 years of age and another possible candidate in jail, finding the right leadership would be a challenge f...

'No sugar-coated cinema for me': Indian director who scripted history at Venice

Songs of Forgotten Trees, which won the Orizzonti Award at Venice, marks the first such win by an Indian director. from BBC News https://i...

British couple held by Taliban arrive in UK after release

Their son tells the BBC he is "overwhelmed" by release after nearly eight months in prison. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RYE0wal...

The motive behind Charlie Kirk's killing: What we know and don't know

Prosecutors have broadly outlined suspect Tyler Robinson's political views - but many questions remain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u...

How a man's affair with his mother-in-law became a viral film in Indonesia

Norma, a movie based on a viral true story from TikTok, has become a nationwide obsession. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xdMAFRD

At least 10 dead in Lagos high-rise office building fire

Some commercial workers in Afriland Towers jumped out of the third and fourth floors when the fire started. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q...

US deportees sue Ghana over 'illegal' detention

Despite opposition to the deal, Ghana's president says 40 more deportees will arrive from the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ScIlEvF...

Major Scottish gangland figures arrested in Dubai

Steven Lyons, Ross McGill, Stephen Jamieson and Steven Larwood were taken into custody following a co-ordinated operation. from BBC News h...

Madeleine McCann suspect freed from German prison

Christian Brückner has never been charged with any crime in relation to the McCann case. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gFdo4U1

Israeli tanks push into major Gaza City residential area

The sight of tanks in Sheikh Radwan has caused widespread alarm among residents, with thousands fleeing south. from BBC News https://ift.t...

'The hungry can't stay silent' - behind deadly protests in oil-rich Angola

As the 50th independence anniversary approaches the country grapples with poverty and inequality. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AQpFx36

Charlie Kirk suspect confessed in hidden note to roommate, prosecutors allege

The 22-year-old has been charged with murder and is facing the death penalty if convicted at trial. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gNCKFru

Chinese-linked mining firms sued over 'ecological catastrophe' in Zambia

Million of litres of highly acidic waste spilled into rivers in a copper-mining area, farmers say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2716SNJ

'Completely different, yet genuinely get on' - BBC correspondents on Starmer and Trump

The BBC's Political Editor Chris Mason and North America Editor Sarah Smith discuss what's at stake for both sides during the trip. ...

Watch: Soda truck falls into sinkhole in Mexico City

Initial reports suggested the sinkhole was caused by a collapsed drainage system, according to Iztapalapa's mayor. from BBC News https...

Boss of degrading sex-trade ring in Dubai's glamour districts unmasked by BBC

Young Ugandan women tell BBC they are being lured to Dubai to take part in extreme sex acts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GTIwZn8

Does Israel face a 'South Africa moment' over Gaza?

BBC diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams looks at parallels between reactions to Israel and apartheid-era South Africa. from BBC News https...

US farmers are being squeezed - and it's testing their deep loyalty to Trump

Why so many corn belt Americans continue to back Trump, even while feeling economic pressure driven partly by his trade policy from BBC Ne...

Zulu king challenges professor to stick fight

Prof Musa Xulu tells the BBC he has received threats from hired assassins and has complained to the police. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T...

Kirk suspect 'not co-operating' with authorities, governor says

He adds that "much more evidence and information" will become available once charges are filed in the case. from BBC News https:...

'We knew the family:' Utah town in disbelief after neighbour accused of killing Charlie Kirk

Authorities have accused Washington, Utah local Tyler Robinson of killing the conservative activist from BBC News https://ift.tt/H9cvKJO

Bowling and curling among tests for tram driver world championship

Twenty five tram driving teams from all over the world battle it out in Vienna. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fQ735Bb

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

The US president has repeatedly threatened tougher measures against Moscow, but has so far failed to take action. from BBC News https://if...

New Nato mission to bolster eastern flank after Russia drone incursion

France, Denmark and Germany will send jets to Poland after Russian drones flew into its airspace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5WCbK79

UK says 'great news' British national freed in Belarus release deal

Julia Fenner was given a long jail term after being detained while entering Belarus in March 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/siMOqgF

Killing of Trump ally lays bare America's bloody and broken politics

Charlie Kirk's killing is another episode of gun violence in America and the latest in a line of recent political violence. from BBC N...

Bowen: Diplomacy in ruins after Israel strikes Hamas leaders in Qatar

The Doha attack signals that Benjamin Netanyahu will press forward hard on all fronts, writes Jeremy Bowen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I...

Surprise as Ivory Coast's ex-first lady cleared to contest presidency

Simone Gbagbo will run against President Alassane Ouattara, who is seeking a controversial fourth term. from BBC News https://ift.tt/za3lt...

South Korean worker tells BBC of panic during US immigration raid at Hyundai plant

Some 400 US agents took part in the immigration raid on the Hyundai facility, detaining hundreds of workers, many South Korean nationals. ...

Trump asks Supreme Court to allow billions in foreign aid cuts

The administration is seeking an emergency order as it tries to claw back funds allocated by Congress. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZAziJR...

Supreme Court rules that immigration raids in LA can continue

US top court says that immigration agents can stop people based solely on their race, language or job. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pNZ6Im...

Argentine rights activist Rosa Roisinblit dies aged 106

A leading member of the Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo, she helped convict men who abducted hundreds of babies. from BBC News https://ift.t...

Teen gamer who 'performed miracles' becomes first millennial saint

Before his death at 15, Carlo Acutis was known for his love of technology and had created a website to document miracles. from BBC News ht...

Timelapse shows Blood Moon rising around the world

s the Moon passes through the Earth's shadow, it will take on a deep red hue, creating a striking "Blood Moon". from BBC New...

Snapped cable caused Lisbon funicular crash, first report says

The rest of the mechanism worked properly, says a preliminary report into the crash which killed 16 people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z...

Lisbon funicular worker among those killed in crash

Four employees of a non-profit organisation and a transport worker are among those who died. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HRLQ5Tw

Rosenberg: What's behind Putin's uncompromising stance on Ukraine?

Moscow's diplomatic success in China, and Trump's lack of action, have emboldened Putin, reports Steve Rosenberg. from BBC News ht...

Thailand names third prime minister in two years

Multiple administrations have been deposed by court interventions and military coups in recent years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rK6PsFO...

Three ways Epstein scandal could go for Trump

This week the victims of Epstein's crimes came forward to demand more information, piling pressure on the White House. from BBC News h...

How the death of a delivery driver ignited Indonesia

Protests over corruption and inequality have spiralled into violence, arson and deaths. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DlkNC1z

'The hit was very hard': Eyewitness in second carriage shares video of crash moment

The incident in Lisbon's funicular has left 16 dead and multiple injured. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5GPT9A2

Boy, 3, pulled from funicular crash that has shocked Portugal

It is unclear what caused the crash in which 16 people died and more than 20 were injured, including many foreign nationals. from BBC News...

Watch: RFK Jr questioned during fiery hearing

US health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr faced questions on Covid deaths, vaccines and his record during an often heated Senate hearing. fr...

Trump says 11 killed in US strike on drug-carrying vessel from Venezuela

The Trump administration has signalled a willingness to use military force against drug cartels. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q7NGCVP

Trump addresses online health rumours in Oval Office

In response to a reporter's question, the president said he was ‘very active’ over the Labor Day weekend. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Russia's Putin hails 'unprecedented' ties with China at talks in Beijing

The two leaders are seeking to promote "a more just and reasonable global governance system". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ljUJw...

Afghan quake victims buried on mountain top as aftershocks continue

The BBC's Yama Bariz travelled to a region devastated by the 6.0 magnitude earthquake. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h9LDWgO

US suspends most visas for Palestinian passport-holders, reports say

The new restriction comes after a group of Palestinian officials were refused visas for a key UN meeting in New York. from BBC News https:...

Czech opposition leader hit in head with crutch during rally

Andrej Babis's party blamed the government for creating a climate of hate against the ex-PM. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tWhm9kV

Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee

The food giant says Laurent Freixe had an "undisclosed" relationship with "a direct subordinate". from BBC News https:...

India's Modi has 'insightful' talks in Putin's limo

The two leaders - both under pressure from Donald Trump - spent 45 minutes inside the Russian leader's car. from BBC News https://ift....

Man arrested after crashing car into Russian consulate in Australia

Police say an officer injured their hand but no other injuries were reported. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QGDiI6N

Rudy Giuliani injured in car accident, security guard says

The former Trump adviser's car was struck from behind on a highway in New Hampshire, a statement says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lO...

Reeling from Trump's tariffs, India and China seek a business reboot

India's prime minister hopes to draw nearer to some of the world’s largest economies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dpc9vVm

Trump administration moves to fire most Voice of America journalists

Termination notices have been issued to more than 500 employees of VOA and its parent agency. from BBC News https://ift.tt/87bermK

Watch: The best looks from the Venice red carpet so far

Actor Julia Roberts makes her Venice Film Festival debut promoting her new movie After The Hunt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SbIhkjN

Kim meets families of North Korea soldiers killed fighting in Ukraine

The North Korean leader met the families of soldiers killed fighting for Russia against Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W1jJaHI

Manhunt in Australian bush brings long-dismissed conspiracy theorists to the fore

Two officers were shot dead in a small, rural town, allegedly by a man with links to the "SovCit" movement. from BBC News https:...

Madeleine McCann suspect to be released in less than three weeks

Christian Brückner is still dangerous, the German prosecutor leading the investigation into the toddler's disappearance tells the BBC. ...

Why has Kamala Harris' security detail been withdrawn?

The overstretched Secret Service is required to provide 6 months of protection to former vice-presidents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N1H...

Minneapolis school attacker 'obsessed with idea of killing children', officials say

The two children killed in the shooting have been identified as Fletcher Merkel, eight, and Harper Moyski, 10. from BBC News https://ift.t...

Tourist pouring beer down elephant's trunk in Kenya sparks anger

Investigations have been launched following the footage posted to Instagram - which has since been deleted. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R...

Cases of flesh-eating screwworm on the rise in Mexico

The parasites mainly infest cattle but there have also been dozens of cases involving people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ys2kQD8

BBC reports from scene of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv

Russia launched a major attack on Ukraine's capital in the early hours of Thursday evening, killing at least 19 people, including four c...

Watch: How the Catholic school shooting unfolded in Minneapolis

Two children, aged eight and 10, have been killed and 17 other people injured following a shooting during Mass. from BBC News https://ift....

Denmark apologises to Greenland's victims of forced contraception scandal

Mette Frederiksen says sorry to to women who were fitted with devices, sometimes without their knowledge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Klt...

German cabinet backs voluntary military service, opening door to conscription

The defence minister wants to increase soldiers in service from 182,000 to 260,000 by the early 2030s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a18qbl...

South African influencer apologises over viral Russian job videos

There has been a backlash over the recruitment scheme and a government warning to young people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sWd0Sc8

Cook to sue Trump over order to fire her from Federal Reserve

The central bank governor says the US president "has no authority to do so" in defiance of Trump's escalatory move against the...

Trump threatens to deploy troops to Baltimore to 'clean up' crime

The deployment of military for domestic law enforcement has drawn backlash from Democrats, with one governor calling it an "abuse of po...

Mexico cartel leader 'El Mayo' enters guilty plea

Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada was arrested in July 2024, and is due to be sentenced in the coming months. from BBC News https://ift.t...

North Korean leader oversees new missile test, state media says

Two new air defence missiles with "superior combat capability" have been fired in a test observed by Kim Jong Un. from BBC News ...

More than 30 jihadists killed in air strikes, Nigerian military says

Concern is mounting about "war-time levels of slaughter" in Nigeria, including a resurgence of jihadist activity. from BBC News ...

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts creating lava fountain

Kilauea, on Hawaii's Big Island, started spewing fresh lava on 22 August, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said. from BBC News https:/...

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

Lyle and Erik Menendez have been denied release by separate parole boards this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tAeG8k6

How Israel's policies created famine in Gaza

Israel has systematically obstructed food entering Gaza, aid agencies say, as a UN-backed body confirms a famine. from BBC News https://if...

Will Serena Williams's weight-loss admission help shed stigma of anti-obesity drugs?

Could her comments instil a new sense of confidence in those using the drugs and quieten the critics? from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tes8qd9...

UK agrees to pay Kenyans affected by military fire

Thousands says they have suffered health problems or lost property after fire caused by British military. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gFJ...

New bodies found near site of Kenya's starvation cult burials

Nine bodies have been found in fresh graves near the site of the "Shakahola Forest Massacre". from BBC News https://ift.tt/frabI...

Three more species of giraffe than previously thought - can you spot the difference?

Giraffes have always been thought to be one species, but scientists now say there are four. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XCHUDI7

Ukrainian held in Italy over Nord Stream gas pipelines blast mystery

German prosecutors say the man was in a group that planted explosives in the Baltic Sea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z1Iu8pg

Why Donetsk matters so much for Ukraine's defences

For Ukraine to lose western Donetsk would mean the fall of a bulwark against any future Russian advance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Fv0...

Netanyahu accuses Australian PM of 'betraying' Israel

Relations between the two countries have frayed since Australia said it planned to recognise a Palestinian state. from BBC News https://if...

China and India should be partners, not adversaries, says foreign minister Wang Yi

Yi's India visit comes days before PM Modi's trip to China, and signals a further thaw in relations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

Watch: Destruction in Pakistan after flash floods that have killed hundreds

The majority of fatalities were recorded in the northwest Buner district, where at least 200 people were killed. from BBC News https://ift...

Key takeaways so far from Ukraine talks in Washington

Ukraine's President Zelensky managed to avoid another disastrous Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A...

'No-one was expecting this': European leaders rush to US to help Ukraine avoid 'capitulation'

The heads of state hope to stop Trump from threatening long-term European security, writes James Landale. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lDK...

Resignation and betrayal: What handing Donbas to Putin would mean for Ukraine

Donald Trump is reportedly planning to urge Ukraine to surrender the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as part of negotiations over an end to the ...

Trump posted a photo of me sitting by my tent - then a bulldozer arrived

DC's largest homeless encampment was destroyed after the president called for a crackdown. What happened to its residents? from BBC Ne...

Macron condemns 'act of hatred' after tree memorial for murdered Jew is cut down

The French president said the felling of the tree honouring Ilan Halimi was "an attempt to kill him a second time". from BBC New...

Gazan woman flown to Italy dies of malnutrition

The woman was one of 180 Gazans evacuated by Italy in response to the humanitarian crisis from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Xr8OkB

One dead and several injured as Danish train hits tanker and derails

Local media report crash at railway crossing in southern Jutland involved lorry transporting farm waste. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ozYU...

Watch: Moment Trump and Putin meet in Alaska for Ukraine talks

This is the moment Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin exchange handshakes as they meet for a summit in Alaska. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l...

'Our children are dying': Rare footage shows plight of civilians in besieged Sudan city

Parents are struggling to feed their children in war-hit Sudan's Darfur region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DbvUYsH

'It's coming home' - the undignified row over the body of Zambia's ex-president

Edgar Lungu, who died in June, is yet to be buried - the debate over what next exposes deep divisions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WjBGkR...

Aerial footage shows aftermath of massive train derailment in Texas

Video shows mangled train cars piled on top of each other on the tracks, as emergency crews attended the scene from BBC News https://ift.t...

Europe expresses hope after call with Trump on Putin summit

Trump, who described the call as "a ten", was urged to keep Ukraine's interests at the forefront when he meets Putin on Friday...

Inside Australia's billion-dollar bid to take on China's rare earth dominance

Recent moves by Beijing have got businesses worried - and Australia is looking to offer an alternative. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VkDo9...

US announces criminal charges against Haitian gang leader Barbecue

He heads the group Viv Ansanm, which controls much of Haiti's capital and is accused of multiple murders, kidnappings and attacks on inf...

Watch: Europe's wildfires seen from above

Aerial video shows the extent of devastation caused by wildfires in a number of European countries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UwxOKAz

Zelensky rules out ceding Donbas region as Russians make fresh advance

The Ukrainian leader was speaking ahead of a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. from BBC News https://if...

Zelensky could still attend Trump-Putin meeting, but rest of Europe is shut out

As things stand, there are no invites for the country being invaded, nor the continent it sits in, writes James Waterhouse. from BBC News ...

Trump deploys National Guard to Washington DC and pledges crime crackdown

The president also takes control of the city's police force, as the mayor rejects his claims of a crime wave. from BBC News https://if...

Bowen: Israeli settlers intensify campaign to drive out West Bank Palestinians

In the shadow of the Gaza war, violence is rising in the occupied territories as radical settlers seize land with the backing of the governm...

Jubilant scenes but bumpy road ahead in post-Hasina Bangladesh

Bangladesh marked a year since Sheikh Hasina fled with promises of renewal, but little mention of its problems. from BBC News https://ift....

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" and denied ...

Watch: Palestinian and Israeli representatives address UN meeting

Riyad Mansour, Permanent Observer of Palestine to the UN, and Jonathan Miller, Deputy Permanent Representative for Israel to the UN, address...

Jerusalem protesters converge on PM Netanyahu's residence

BBC correspondent Emir Nader speaks to demonstrators against the Israeli prime minister's plans for Gaza, including a former soldier who...

Trump nominates ex-Fox News host Tammy Bruce as deputy UN ambassador

Bruce, who is currently spokeswoman for the state department, has done "brilliantly" according to Trump. from BBC News https://i...

Putin gives Trump envoy award for CIA official's son killed fighting in Ukraine

Michael Gloss, 21, who was killed in Ukraine last year, was the son of Juliane Gallina, a CIA deputy director, from BBC News https://ift.t...

Teenager arrested after three shot in New York City's Times Square

An 18-year-old woman grazed by a bullet in the neck was among the injured as gunfire rang out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DpmetN7

Why Hiroshima and Nagasaki are safe to live in today

BBC science reporter Esme Stallard explains why the radiation from the 1945 atomic bombings is undetectable. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

Mushroom murderer tried to kill husband with pasta, cookies and curry, court was told

One alleged attempt left Simon Patterson in a coma, with his family twice told to say their goodbyes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t23sajn...

Six dead in Kenya medical small plane crash, official says

The plane lost signal just three minutes after take off according to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LMed...

Cacio e pepe: Good Food pasta recipe sparks fury in Italy

"Whoever uses cream does not know what cooking means!" said one Rome café owner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w5yYSRX

United Airlines passengers in US delayed after tech glitch halts flights

The company said late on Wednesday that its flights were no longer grounded, but that disruption was ongoing. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Russian attacks on Ukraine double since Trump inauguration

Missile and drone attacks on Ukraine are now at their highest, despite Trump's promise to end the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qH...

Bear chases hockey mascot during photoshoot

The Seattle Kraken mascot, who was filming a promotional video with team forward John Hayden, safely escaped the encounter. from BBC News ...

Ion Iliescu: Romania's first democratic leader with a divisive legacy

His three terms saw the tumultuous birth of modern Romania as it moved from communism to democracy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dMIY859

How a Texas showdown could reshape Congress - and Trump's presidency

A dramatic redistricting fight could spread to other states before next year's crucial midterm elections. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Irish missionary and child, 3, among nine kidnapped from Haiti orphanage

Gena Heraty and a three-year-old child were taken in the middle of the night in a "planned act", officials say. from BBC News ht...

Democrats flee Texas to block Republican redistricting map backed by Trump

The redistricting would create five new Republican-leaning seats in the US House of Representatives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MZFTG6r ...

Hackers, secret cables and security fears: The explosive fight over the UK's new Chinese embassy

It will be the biggest embassy in Europe, if approved. But its opponents fear it brings with it certain risks and dangers from BBC News ht...

Manhunt intensifies for Montana bar shooting suspect as four victims named

Police say the suspect was "a regular" at the bar where he opened fire, and that a bartender and three patrons were among the vict...

Ukraine officials held in military drone corruption probe

The arrests come just two days after Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies had their independence restored. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

Leaders condemn videos of emaciated hostages as Red Cross calls for access

Hamas said it would allow Red Cross access if humanitarian aid corridors were opened into Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sN13POS

Family condemns Hamas video showing emaciated Israeli hostage

Evyatar David's family says Hamas is starving him, as the group shows a video of him being kept in a tunnel. from BBC News https://ift...

Trump fires lead official on economic data as tariffs cause market drop

The move comes as a weaker-than-expected jobs report stoked fears about tariffs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GegBE1K

Hamas refuses to disarm until Palestinian state established

Negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire and the release of hostages stalled last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OMJeciV ...

Chess grandmaster Carlsen wins at Esports World Cup

World number one Magnus Carlsen takes home $250,000 (£188,000) for winning the online competition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zld8Jfv

Trump's global tariffs 'victory' may well come at a high price

The US president considers it a win - but if this all triggers a foundational realignment, the results may not break in his favour from BB...

Swedish jihadist jailed for life over IS murder of Jordanian pilot in Syria

The killing of Lt Moaz al-Kasasbeh by the Islamic State group was shown in a grim video circulated online in 2015. from BBC News https://i...

More than 30 killed in nursing home hit by Beijing floods

Local officials admit "loopholes in emergency planning" and say the incident is a painful lesson that serves as "a wake-up ca...

Russian missile hits Ukrainian training unit, killing and wounding servicemen

Ukraine's military says three people were killed as Russia posted video of what it said was the strike. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d...

Seven more die from malnutrition in Gaza, Hamas-run ministry says

On Tuesday, UN-backed global food security experts warned the worst-case scenario of famine is "currently playing out" in Gaza. ...

What does recognising a Palestinian state mean?

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel meets certain condit...

Bowen: Plan to recognise Palestinian state a big change for British foreign policy

PM Sir Keir Starmer has said the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel takes "substantive steps to end the a...

Watch: How did Gaza get to the brink of starvation?

The BBC's diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams explains how the people of Gaza have reached a point of starvation. from BBC News https:...

Famine 'currently playing out' in Gaza, UN-backed experts warn

It comes as aid agencies warn Israel's recent measures to increase aid supplies are not enough. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gfMAJkp

Human dignity must be protected from rise of AI, Pope says

The pontiff warns about emerging technologies during the Vatican's first Mass for social media influencers. from BBC News https://ift....

Watch: BBC's Jeremy Bowen goes onboard a plane dropping aid into Gaza

The BBC's international editor was on a Jordanian flight as it dropped supplies into Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d7ahL04

Seventeen killed as gunmen attack bar in Ecuador

Police say a boy, 12, was among the victims of the latest mass shooting in a country plagued by drug violence. from BBC News https://ift.t...

The Caribbean islands that give you a passport if you buy a home

Five of the region's island nations offer such citizenship by investment for as little as $200,000. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DbKQw...

EU and US agree trade deal, with 15% tariffs for European exports to America

US President Donald Trump and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen confirm the deal after "tough negotiations" in Scotland. from BBC Ne...

Several reported killed in German train derailment

German media report deaths and injuries in crash near Stuttgart, south-west Germany. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R8LIl3t

Greece battles wildfires, evacuating residents near Athens

Residents just 30km away from Athens have fled their homes, as Greece's temperatures are forecast to reach 44C on Sunday. from BBC New...

Israel to open Gaza humanitarian corridors as aid drops begin

IDF says it wants to improve humanitarian response in Gaza after days of pressure and growing reports of starvation. from BBC News https:/...

Canadian wildfires prompt New York air quality alert

Authorities warn air quality is 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' in many parts of New York state on Saturday. from BBC News https:...

Taiwan holds controversial vote targeting 'pro-China' lawmakers

The vote could alter the balance of power in Taiwan, which has seen months of political deadlock. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DA4WTLH

220 MPs call for Starmer to recognise Palestinian state

The PM says recognition of a Palestinian state must be part of a "wider plan" to ensure peace in the region. from BBC News https...

Watch: Protesters pack Tel Aviv square to demand Gaza ceasefire

Demonstrators urged Isreal's leaders to end the war and bring back the hostages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lT32CDW

Watch: Trump jokes he wants Powell to lower interest rates in awkward exchange

The US president and Federal Reserve chair bickered over the cost and timeline of the Fed’s headquarters renovation project during a tour. ...

France will recognise Palestinian state, Macron says

President Emmanuel Macron says the announcement will be made at the UN General Assembly in New York. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LkJzh9B ...

Five ice hockey players found not guilty in Canada sexual assault case

The verdict marks the end of the highly publicised case, in which the men were accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 2018. from BBC Ne...

Blood, sweat and tears: Look back at the highs and lows of Hulk Hogan

The all-American hero of wrestling also had a Hollywood career and was one of Donald Trump's biggest fans. from BBC News https://ift.t...

Watch: 'Living is how I honour them' - Families address Idaho murderer

Relatives of Bryan Kohberger's victims delivered emotional impact statements before he was sentenced to life in prison for killing four ...

Ten workers killed battling wildfires in Turkey

Forestry workers and rescuers were trapped by fire following a change in the wind direction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/emDtfBN

Ozzy Osbourne death: 'He was one of nature's good guys'

The BBC's David Sillito looks back at the life of Ozzy Osbourne, the frontman of heavy metal band Black Sabbath, who has died at the age...

Ozzy Osbourne dies, weeks after farewell show

The star, who helped to invent heavy metal, died surrounded by his family, at the age of 76. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mUaoPKy

Wild life of Ozzy Osbourne, rock's 'prince of darkness'

The singer helped invent both heavy metal and the image of the wild rock star, before unlikely reality TV fame. from BBC News https://ift....

Security committee launches inquiry into Afghan data leak

The Intelligence and Security Committee says all documents related to the case should be provided for review. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, The Cosby Show star, dies aged 54

Warner drowned on Sunday while on vacation in Costa Rica, US media reports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ucsPrCq

Watch: At the final checkpoint before the 'dangerous' road to Suweida city

Government forces say it is too dangerous for journalists and aid trucks to enter Suweida city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QvY2WcH

WW2 veteran and TikTok star 'Papa' Jake Larson dies aged 102

Tributes are being paid to the American D-Day veteran and social media star. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NyIYwvV

Bedouins tell BBC they could return to fighting Druze in Syria

More than 1,000 people in Syria have been killed in recent clashes between Bedouin and Druze fighters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fIXuVs...

British woman dies after rafting incident in French Alps

The woman fell from her raft in Briancon and was later found on a riverbank in a serious condition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jKVgby0

Ellen DeGeneres: I moved to the UK because of Trump

The TV star makes her first public appearance since moving to the UK the day after Trump's re-election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W...

Members only: India's rich and famous ditch old-school clubs for exclusive hangouts

A new generation of wealth creators has fuelled demand for private members-only clubs in Asia's third largest economy. from BBC News h...

US tech CEO resigns after Coldplay concert embrace goes viral

The company said its leader had not met the expected standard of conduct and accountability. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PnVoefO

Ukraine seeks new round of talks with Russia

The offer comes amid renewed fighting and seeks to resume negotiations that were halted in early June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LaiVNK...

Why Prada – and other luxury brands – keep getting India wrong

A controversy involving Prada has put the spotlight on how global fashion giants engage with India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uFKrVZL

US tech firm investigating after Coldplay concert embrace goes viral

Big screen footage of the two people went viral after reports they were colleagues and at least one was married to another person. from BB...

Trump sues Murdoch for libel over Jeffrey Epstein letter story

Trump had threatened to force Murdoch to "testify in my lawsuit against him and his 'pile of garbage' newspaper". from B...

El Salvador and US negotiate prisoner swap with Venezuela

Some 250 Venezuelans deported from the US to El Salvador were exchanged for 10 Americans held by Caracas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ot2...

Watch: Why is Donald Trump asking Coca-Cola to change its recipe?

The US president says it's better to make the fizzy drink with cane sugar, but why might that be? from BBC News https://ift.tt/DC52BnG...

Citizen Kane sled saved from destruction sells for nearly $15m

It is one of at least three wooden sleds made for the filming of the classic 1941 film. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xH9LMgZ

British spies and SAS named in Afghan data breach

The personal details of spies and soldiers were included in a data leak that also named 19,000 Afghans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vjxi0...

'It's just better!' Trump says Coca-Cola to change key US ingredient

Coca-Cola said they "appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm", without confirming they plan to make the tweak. from BBC News...

Trump's Epstein strategy could pit him against loyal supporters

In defending how his administration is handling supposed files on Jeffrey Epstein, he said "stupid" Republicans fell for a hoax. ...

Fire engulfs main stage of Tomorrowland festival, two days before opening

Footage on social media shows flames ravaging the Belgian festival's main stage, just two days before it opens. from BBC News https://...

Man who murdered British backpacker Peter Falconio dies

Bradley Murdoch, the Australian man convicted of murdering British backpacker Peter Falconio in 2001, has died. from BBC News https://ift....

Mike Waltz grilled over Signal leak at UN ambassador hearing

President Trump's former national security adviser was pressed on the inclusion of a journalist on a sensitive group chat discussing war...

French PM looks to scrap two public holidays in bold bid to cut national debt

MPs will vote on François Bayrou's budget plan in the autumn, in a moment of high risk for the government. from BBC News https://ift.t...

Motorists rescued as new flash flood warnings hit Central Texas

The heavy rain has forced rescuers to halt search operations for victims of the deadly floods that occurred in the region just over a week a...

Trump threatens Russia with tariffs while unveiling new Ukraine weapons plan

Under the new plan, the US will sell weapons to Nato countries who will send them to Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AGCYx7L

The deepening water shortage row between the US and Mexico

The US is accusing its southern neighbour of breaking a long-held water sharing agreement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MHgJZpd

South Africa's police minister suspended over organised crime allegations

Senzo Mchunu - who denies the claims - has been put on an immediate "leave of absence" by President Cyril Ramaphosa. from BBC Ne...

Two women shot dead at Kentucky church

Investigators believe the suspect, who was shot dead by police, had a connection to individuals at the church. from BBC News https://ift.t...

RSF storms cattle market and prison in 'death trap' Sudanese city

It is the first time RSF fighters have entered el-Fasher in such numbers since a siege began in May 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FQK...

When an unsung Indian helped Austrian Jews escape the Nazis

Kundanlal risked all to rescue Jewish families during Europe's darkest hour and bring them to India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y4ci...

The mushroom killer was obsessed with true crime. Now true crime fans are obsessed with her

A jury found Erin Patterson guilty on all charges - but the frenzy of speculation has only intensified. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SyrKC...

'They were just kids': Mother mourns sons killed in Israeli strike while waiting for aid

Two of Iman al-Nouri's five sons were killed outside a clinic in Deir al-Balah on Thursday, while a third was seriously wounded. from ...

The beauty and brutality of life in the shadow of Kashmir killings

BBC visits ground zero of the April attack in Pahalgam where locals are picking up the pieces of their broken lives. from BBC News https:/...

BBC correspondent explains the role of fuel switches

The BBC's Theo Leggett explains that the two switches were moved which caused the crash from BBC News https://ift.tt/iWtQVp7

Trump surveys damage in Texas as search continues for 160 missing

At least 120 were killed when flash flooding devastated areas in central Texas last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y259I0s

'We're worried about our future': Srebrenica massacre's tensions still felt 30 years on

While communities in Sarajevo mark three decades since the massacre, denial of the genocide in on the rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m...

Judge blocks Trump's birthright order after Supreme Court ruling

The White House vowed to fight the judge's ruling, which once again paused a priority for Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GCUBIE7 ...

Semenya's right to a fair hearing violated - ECHR

Double Olympic champion Caster Semenya wins a partial victory at the European Court of Human Rights in her long legal battle over athletics...

South Korea's ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol rearrested

Yoon is in detention for a second time over his failed martial law declaration last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZhbmtYS

Greece suspends asylum applications for migrants from North Africa

The temporary measures come as Crete grapples with a 350% increase in arrivals compared to last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tUMLxGp...

Are India's skies safe? Air safety watchdog responds amid rising concerns

India’s skies remain safe, with accident rates below global averages, air safety regulator chief tells the BBC. from BBC News https://ift....

Russian minister's death serves as warning to political elite

President Putin sacked his transport minister. Hours later, his body was found in a park with a gunshot wound to the head. from BBC News h...

From India to Britain and back: The cartoonist who fought censors with a smile

Abu Abraham’s sharp cartoons exposed power’s excesses during India’s 1975 Emergency crackdown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7fZ8x3K

Trump announces 25% tariffs on South Korea and Japan

But Trump says US will start collecting the tariffs on 1 August - delaying his Liberation Day tariffs again. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

Trump accuses Brazil of 'witch hunt' against Bolsonaro

The former Brazilian president is on trial for his role in an alleged attempted coup, which he denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IzhU1s...

Trump accuses Brazil of 'witch hunt' against Bolsonaro

The former Brazilian president is on trial for his role in an alleged attempted coup, which he denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IzhU1s...

A video game on 'gold diggers' is fuelling a sexism debate in China

So heated was the criticism that creators quietly renamed the game Emotional Anti-Fraud Simulator. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0kUDysp

Gaza ceasefire talks begin in Qatar as Netanyahu heads to Washington

Hamas said it has responded to the latest ceasefire proposal positively but there are still gaps to be bridged. from BBC News https://ift....

IDF says it killed Hamas commander in cafe strike that killed dozens of civilians

After Monday's attack, family members told the BBC of their shock at the scale of civilian casualties. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Xi...

A girls' summer camp cut short by deadly disaster

Camp Mystic, where young girls were having the "time of their life" just days ago, is now the site of one of the deadliest disaste...

BBC witnesses destruction after house ripped from foundations in Texas floods

At least 32 people have been killed, including 14 children, officials said, after flash floods hit Kerr County. from BBC News https://ift....

Key suspect arrested in shooting of Colombia senator

Police say Élder Arteaga masterminded the attempt on the life of presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe in June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K...

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/c38W...

Watch: Deadly Texas flooding causes destruction

At least 24 people have died and dozens of people are missing amid the flash flooding, authorities say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vo5RE...

Watch: Moment Oasis take to the stage for first gig in 16 years

The Gallagher brothers play their first concert since reuniting, in front of a packed Cardiff stadium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JwpG01...

Notorious Swedish gang leader arrested in Turkey

Ismail Abdo, the leader of the Rumba crime gang, has been at the centre of a violent turf war with a rival gang in Sweden. from BBC News h...

Several killed in severe weather in Texas and New Jersey

In New Jersey, three people died in a storm while in Texas, officials say there is "confirmed loss of life" due to "catastrop...

Gaza aid contractor tells BBC he saw colleagues fire on hungry Palestinians

The Israel- and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has strongly denied the allegation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OZbc9mu

Austria to change two streets named after Nazi supporters

The move follows a historian's report that said that keeping the names was unconstitutional. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dhJ5Z2z

Dozens killed in Gaza as Israel intensifies bombardment, rescuers say

Many children and women were reportedly among those killed when a school in Gaza City and a tent in al-Mawasi were hit. from BBC News http...

Diddy's secret world revealed in videos and his voice notes

Former staff expose details of "freak-offs" - drug-fuelled orgies held in luxurious international venues. from BBC News https://...

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/WsNxZMw

How 'blood gold' is fuelling conflict in West Africa

Gold appears to be a lifeline for military juntas and jihadist groups in the Sahel region, analysts say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mRsf...

Will Dalai Lama reveal succession plan as he turns 90?

The exiled spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhism is due to release a video message in his birthday week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uImrB58...

As Squid Game ends, South Koreans return to the reality that inspired it

The show's themes of unemployment and inequality are all too relatable for Korean viewers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NZOVjyM

Police identify 20-year-old suspect in Idaho firefighter ambush

20-year-old Wess Roley deliberately lit a fire to lure first responders to a mountainous area near Coeur d'Alene, the BBC's US partn...

Spain records temperature of 46C as Europe heatwave continues

Health warnings have been issued across many parts of Europe as temperatures soar to the mid-40s Celsius. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vga...

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 BB...

Israel orders evacuations in northern Gaza as Trump pushes for ceasefire

At least 86 people were killed as the result of Israeli attacks in the 24 hours before midday Sunday, the Hamas-run health ministry said. ...

A pioneering doctor remembers India leader Indira Gandhi's final moments

Sneh Bhargava, AIIMS New Delhi's only woman director, was called upon to treat Gandhi after she was shot in 1984. from BBC News https:...

'Proud to be gay': K-pop star on coming out to the world

Only a handful of K-pop artists have come out as gay, but none as publicly as Bain. Is this a turning point? from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

At least 81 people killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says

Hospital staff and witnesses said at least 11 people were killed after a strike near tents housing displaced people on Friday. from BBC Ne...

GHF boss defends Gaza aid operation after hundreds of Palestinians killed near sites

The Hamas-run health ministry says more than 500 Palestinians have been killed since the GHF took over aid distribution. from BBC News htt...

Trump says he would 'absolutely' consider bombing Iran again

The US president also reiterates his claim that Iran's nuclear facilities have been "obliterated". from BBC News https://ift...

Son of Norway's crown princess suspected of rape, police say

The 28-year-old, who does not have a royal title, has denied the three rape allegations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1NjqXyd

Kim Kardashian 'grandpa robber' dies month after trial

Didier Dubreucq, 69 years old, was diagnosed with lung cancer while in detention. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2yl1Fc5

Israeli strike at Gaza market kills 18 Palestinians, doctor and witnesses say

Witnesses said Israeli drones fired at Hamas police members dressed in civilian clothing and wearing masks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t...

Armenia's PM offers to expose himself in escalating Church row

The bitter standoff between Nikol Pashinyan and the Church has seen arrests and an alleged coup plot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NtXWxiq...

Sholay: Bollywood epic roars back to big screen after 50 years with new ending

Fifty years on, Sholay - arguably Hindi cinema’s most iconic film - makes a spectacular return. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XcDoSY3

'I can see it's upsetting' - Trump asks BBC Ukrainian reporter about her family

The US president asks Myroslava Petsa about her husband on the frontline after she asks him about supplying air defences to Ukraine. from ...

At least 16 killed as Kenya protesters battle police, rights group says

Thousands of people march across the country against President William Ruto's government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ezFhmMA

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The war has stirred within Iranians a mix of fear, despair and - among some - flickers of hope. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N85qPsL

Russian naval ship 'disguised' itself while passing through English Channel

The Boikiy emitted a fake ID signal while sailing through the waterway alongside two sanctioned oil tankers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

Watch: Lorry driver trapped in cabin after China bridge collapse

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Watch: US strikes against Iran spark protests in North America

Protesters took to the streets in New York, LA, Washington DC and Toronto after the US hit Iranian nuclear sites. from BBC News https://if...

Watch: Moment helicopter flips and crash lands in Michigan

No injuries were reported after the aircraft abruptly turned on its side while landing in Clay Township. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HXfD...

Florence's Uffizi tears into selfie-takers after priceless portrait damaged

The museum says it will impose restrictions on selfie-taking in the future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NoeDhr0

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/J...

Rosenberg: Russian government clearly nervous as country faces economic challenges

Russian minister Maxim Reshetnikov has warned that the country's economy was teetering "on the brink of recession". from BBC...

Minnesota shootings suspect was a 'prepper', FBI says

After shooting two local politicians, Vance Boelter texted his wife "prepare for war", say investigators. from BBC News https://...

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Tate, 36, is the younger brother of controversial influencer Andrew Tate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G8CJ26e

Hurricane Erick hits Mexico resort towns killing two

Video shows communities in the affected areas dealing with flood waters and a messy clean-up. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iYv5tPT

US joining Israeli strikes would cause hell, Iranian minister tells BBC

Saeed Khatibzadeh told the BBC that this is "not America's war". from BBC News https://ift.tt/3F7DABt

Trump to decide on US action in Israel-Iran conflict within two weeks

Trump's press secretary said the president believes there is a "substantial chance of negotiations" with Iran. from BBC News...

Trump ends funding for LGBTQ youth option on national suicide hotline

The Trevor Project, an organisation involved in the service, called the change "incomprehensible". from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

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'No-bra, no-exam' rule at Nigerian university sparks outrage

A video goes viral showing female students being checked to see if they were wearing bras. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WA63qDK

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The BBC's James Landale highlights the role of the US president at the summit as the conflict in the Middle East overshadows the gatheri...

Watch: Virginia police find alligator outside motel

The reptile was found just 20 minutes south of Washington DC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c2hziqP

Sudan in danger of self-destructing as conflict and famine reign

The war is in strategic stalemate, but Sudan is no-one's priority - an orphan in a region that is ablaze. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Watch: A trade deal, a family photo and the Middle East - Trump's short G7

The US president will cut short his time at the meeting and return to DC, citing the conflict between Israel and Iran. from BBC News https...

'Don't let beautiful Tehran become Gaza': Iranians tell of shock and confusion

Iranians say they are caught between their country's regime and Israeli destruction as the conflict intensifies. from BBC News https:/...

Watch: Explosions and damage across Israel as Iran launches fresh air strikes

Five people have been killed and dozens injured, according to Israel's national emergency service. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LHaxEs...

Minnesota assassination survivor and husband shot 17 times

Yvette Hoffman says she was shot eight times and her husband nine. The gunman is still at large. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9nOkYj7

The reality behind Trump's incredible investment claims

The president's impact on investment in the US is far more incremental than he has claimed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0nsxfyW

'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/0uzsek5

Race to mine metals for EV batteries threatens marine paradise

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Museum's plea after couple break crystal-covered chair

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The sound of jet engines was deafening - then it was chaos

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Explosions and huge plumes of smoke in Tel Aviv as Iran retaliates

Iran launched a fresh wave of missiles towards the country on Friday night, vowing to "inflict heavy blows". from BBC News https...

What satellite imagery and verified video tell us about the Israeli strikes on Iran

Israel's wave of strikes against Iran, which began on Thursday night, has continued through today. BBC Verify's Merlyn Thomas has be...

Air India plane crash claims at least 241 lives as one passenger survives

One British man, who was a passenger on the London-bound flight, survived the crash in Ahmedabad, western India. from BBC News https://ift...

Air India plane crash - how the day unfolded

London-bound flight carrying 242 people crashed shortly after take-off in Ahmedabad, western India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oVLE3Cv

How Trump's immigration raids sparked protests and unrest

The BBC's Carl Nasman explains how the ramping up of deportation efforts led to protests in many US cities. from BBC News https://ift....

French antiques fraudsters found guilty of Versailles chair scam

Bill Pallot and Bruno Desnoues are given suspended sentences for selling fake 18th Century chairs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ne4z9gS

Harvey Weinstein guilty of sexual assault after New York retrial

The jury found him not guilty of an additional sexual assault charge, and have yet to return a verdict on a charge of rape. from BBC News ...

'Playing piano and singing takes me to another world' - Brian Wilson

The late Beach Boys co-creator spoke to the BBC's David Silitto in 2011 and looked back at his career. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DC...

Schoolchildren swept away as heavy floods and snow hit South Africa

Three children have been found alive, with search and rescue operations suspended for the night. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ynT4xbi

At least four dead in Colombia attacks, local media reports

The attacks come as the country grapples with an escalating security crisis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6CpgGT7

Watch: Austria in shock after school shooting in 'safe and peaceful place'

The BBC's Bethany Bell visited the scene in Graz, after ten people were killed in a school shooting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4M5C...

RFK Jr sacks entire US vaccine committee

The US health secretary, a vaccine sceptic who has been criticised by health experts, said the panel was 'plagued' with conflicts of...

China's electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper - but is there a deeper cost?

The future for EVs will inevitably involve China. But where does that leave the UK and Europe markets – and what of the questions around nat...

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 Ne...

'Have my house' - Usyk invites Trump to witness Ukraine war

Ukrainian heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk offers his house to US president Donald Trump to experience the war in his country. from BBC...

BBC on the ground as National Guard set up in Los Angeles

The BBC's Regan Morris reports from outside a federal building, where there have been violent clashes in recent days. from BBC News ht...

Israel warns it will stop aid flotilla heading for Gaza

Israel's defence minister says climate protester Greta Thunberg and others on board are "Hamas propaganda spokespeople". fro...

How India's 'biggest art deal' buried MF Husain masterpieces in a bank vault

The paintings are set to go up for auction for the first time on 12 June in India's financial capital, Mumbai. from BBC News https://i...

Six killed by Israeli gunfire near Gaza aid site, Hamas officials say

Dozens of Palestinians have been killed close to the controversial supply centre in Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HFPVOUl

Trump says relationship with Musk is over

The US president says Musk has been "very disrespectful" and he has no interest in mending ties with the tech billionaire. from ...

Will Musk's explosive row with Trump help or harm his businesses?

Experts say his tech empire needs more of Musk's attention - but also the continued custom of the government. from BBC News https://if...

On board the driverless lorries hoping to transform China's transport industry

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How Trump and Musk are still linked - despite falling out

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Police search for Washington man accused of killing his 3 daughters

Travis Decker is believed to be using his outdoor survival skills to hide in a remote part of Washington state. from BBC News https://ift....

Israel strikes southern Beirut on eve of religious holiday

Israel's military says it was targeting an underground drone factory of armed group Hezbollah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nq1r0fz

Three journalists among five killed in Israeli strike on Gaza hospital

The Anglican Church, which runs al-Ahli hospital, condemns the attack that Israel says targeted a Palestinian Islamic Jihad operative. fro...

200-year-old condom 'in mint condition' says museum

The sheath is part of an exhibition on 19th Century prostitution and sexuality. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lh5QPq7

Saudi Arabia seeks to prevent heat deaths as Hajj pilgrimage begins

The kingdom has installed hundreds of coolers and cracked down on unregistered Muslim pilgrims, after 1,300 people died last year. from BB...

Tanzania announces shutdown of X because of pornography

The content is contrary to the nation's "laws, culture, customs, and traditions", the information minister says. from BBC Ne...

Family of Boulder suspect arrested by immigration officers

The wife and five children of Mohammed Sabry Soliman have been taken into custody by immigration authorities. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

South Korean opposition wins presidency after months of political chaos

Lee Jae-myung was voted in exactly six months after his predecessor made a failed martial law bid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eToJaS4

Watch: BBC on the ground in Seoul as new president is announced

Opposition's Lee Jae-myung will become South Korea's next president, winning the country's first election since impeachment chao...

Three things to know about South Korea's snap election

South Korea is voting for a new leader after the former president was impeached for imposing martial law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9C1...

UN calls for investigation into killings near Gaza aid distribution site

Antonio Guterres says he is "appalled" by reports of Palestinians being killed and injured while seeking aid in Gaza. from BBC N...

How Ukraine carried out daring 'Spider Web' attack on Russian bombers

On 1 June, more than 100 Ukrainian drones struck strategic targets deep into Russia in an elaborate and audacious operation. from BBC News...

Mormon wives on swinging scandals, friendship fallouts and religious backlash

Set in suburban Utah, the series follows a group of Mormon women, most of whom rose to fame on TikTok. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cye401...

Ukraine's audacious drone attack sends critical message to Russia - and the West

The BBC's Paul Adams reflects on the impact of Ukraine's major drone attack on Russian bombers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TB4lp...

Polish presidential election too close to call, exit polls suggest

One poll has pro-EU candidate Rafal Trzaskowski in the lead, while the other indicates conservative Karol Nawrocki will win. from BBC News...

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/bRXFA2q

Watch: A black eye and a gold key - Musk's last day at Doge

The tech mogul, whose time as a special government employee has ended, attributed the bruise to rough-housing with his five-year-old son. ...

French scientist behind abortion pill dies aged 98

Etienne-Emile Baulieu created the pill to give women a safe alternative to surgical abortion. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4uplO3t

Last hospital in North Gaza governorate evacuated after Israeli order

Al-Awda, the last functioning hospital in the North Gaza governorate, is out of service after the Israeli military ordered its evacuation. ...

Macron warns the West could lose credibility over Ukraine and Gaza wars

The French president spoke at the Shangri-la Dialogue, a high-level Asia defence summit in Singapore. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hvP2ZES...

Security breaks down in Gaza as desperate people search for food

Scenes of chaos and looting in parts of Gaza persist as food shortages continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d6BF4in

Trump tariffs reinstated as legal battle erupts

Tariffs will remain in place while a legal battle over Trump's tariffs continues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iAh9Dvj

Trial of Maradona's medical team collapses

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Gaza warehouse broken into by 'hordes of hungry people', says WFP

Video footage shows crowds breaking into the warehouse and taking bags of flour and cartons of food. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xX8E79h ...

Rosenberg: What a new Stalin statue says about Russia's attempt to reshape history

A brand new statue of of the Soviet dictator Josef Stalin has been unveiled at a Metro station in Moscow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9hm...

Giant of African literature Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o dies aged 87

The Kenyan author sent shockwaves through African literature by refusing to write in English. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jj2ANeK

Moment police capture two escaped New Orleans inmates

The two men were arrested after a high-speed chase in Texas, just days after they fled a Louisiana jail with eight other inmates. from BBC...

Crowds overrun US-backed group's new aid distribution site in Gaza

Videos show people walking over torn-down fences at the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's site in Rafah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fZB...

Russia's advance in Ukraine's north east may be bid to create 'buffer zone'

The advance may be linked to Moscow's attempts to create "buffer zones" along the border, Ukrainian regional authorities say. ...

Could Nigeria's careful ethnic balancing act be under threat?

Criticism is growing after several top positions go to members of the president's ethnic Yoruba group. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B4...

A simple guide to South Korea's presidential election

The vote comes after the impeachment and removal of former president Yoon Suk Yeol. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bf5jHaR

Ex-DR Congo president returns from self-imposed exile, party says

Joseph Kabila is now in rebel-held Goma, according to the M23 armed group and a party official. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HdhcEbp

Far-right marchers attack Palestinians as Israel marks taking of Jerusalem

Israeli opposition leaders condemned attacks on Palestinians as "racist" and a disgrace to Judaism. from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Elderly woman rescued from flood ravaged Australian home

Taree, a city in New South Wales, Australia has been among the worst impacted by record levels of rainfall. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g...

Iran summons French envoy over 'insulting' Cannes remarks

Iranian officials say the remarks are “blatant interference” in the country’s internal affairs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G5Mv2mi

US arrests man for allegedly trying to firebomb embassy in Israel

Officials say a 28-year-old with US citizenship had Molotov cocktails in his backpack and called for "death to America". from BB...

Someone stole my BBC broadcasting bike - it's like losing a friend

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Schumacher's 2001 Grand Prix-winning Ferrari sold for £13.43m

The Ferrari driven to victory by Formula One legend Michael Schumacher at the 2001 Monaco Grand Prix is sold for £13.43m at auction. from ...

Watch: Suspected sabotage causes Cannes power cut 'meltdown'

The prestigious film festival was disrupted, about 160,000 homes were without power and businesses were left without power. from BBC News ...

DR Congo ex-leader lashes out after immunity lifted for treason charges

Joseph Kabila made the remarks in a 45-minute speech live on YouTube from an unspecified location. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3O7xYBs

Several injured in Hamburg knife attack as woman arrested

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Robbery gang guilty of Kim Kardashian heist in Paris

The robbers have been given jail time for stealing millions of dollars' worth of jewellery belonging to the US celebrity. from BBC New...

As Israel faces diplomatic 'tsunami', Trump is staying quiet

This has been a tumultuous week for the Jewish state, the BBC's Paul Adams writes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kvJT3ni

Legendary photographer Sebastião Salgado dies at 81

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All six presidential candidates' names are banned in Starbucks stores to "maintain neutrality". from BBC News https://ift.tt...

Watch: German troops permanently sent to Lithuania's eastern border

The German military has not permanently stationed troops on foreign soil since World War Two. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uS5HNQX

Trump administration ends Harvard's ability to enrol international students

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Denmark to raise retirement age to highest in Europe

From 2040, Danish people born after 31 December 1970 will be eligible to retire at 70 years old. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iQaAoc4

Judge says US deportations to South Sudan violate court order

The Trump administration says it is deporting eight criminal "monsters", as immigration attorneys challenge the move. from BBC N...

'The mood is changing': Israeli anger grows at conduct of war

Support for the war in Gaza is waning, with some Israeli political and military figures criticising the conflict in recent days. from BBC ...

Anti-Hamas protests in southern Gaza enter third day

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Watch: Fatal storms flood the south of France

At least three people have died in the flooding which swept across southern France. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z624vO9

French paedophile surgeon says he is 'responsible' for deaths of two victims

Joel Le Scouarnec, who has been on trial since February, has admitted to sexually abusing hundreds of patients. from BBC News https://ift....

Russia and Ukraine to 'immediately' start ceasefire talks, says Trump

The US president holds talks with leaders of both countries in the latest efforts to end the fighting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tr4U2v...

US Supreme Court lets Trump end deportation protections for 350,000 Venezuelans

Temporary Protected Status allows people to live and work in the US legally if their home countries are deemed to be unsafe. from BBC News...

Who are the winners and losers from the UK-EU agreement?

A deal between the UK and European Union (EU) has been agreed at a post-Brexit leaders summit in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UTAq...

Austrian Eurovision winner JJ receives hero's welcome at Vienna airport

The 24-year-old took the title at the Eurovision competition with the song Wasted Love. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m3ODkwH

Warsaw's liberal mayor leads Polish presidential vote – exit poll

Rafal Trzaskowski is set to face conservative historian Karol Nawrocki in a second round run-off. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IdzHZTs

US officials investigating fatal Mexican Navy ship crash

Authorities are examining the site in New York to determine how the collision, which killed two, occurred. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iF...

India's forgotten actor who lost her legacy to caste oppression

PK Rosy, the first actress in Malayalam cinema, was hounded out of her home after playing the role of an upper caste woman. from BBC News ...

Police investigate fatal explosion near fertility clinic in Palm Springs

No one from a nearby fertility clinic was harmed, but one person was killed and several were injured. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IJbgR4e...

Five killed after helicopters collide in Finland

Police have not confirmed the number of deaths but said there were five people on board in total. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OFiWzgn

Trump says he will call Putin on Monday to discuss stopping Ukraine 'bloodbath'

The US president said he would also talk to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and Nato leaders. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wKkRf6l...

Melania Trump statue goes missing in Slovenia

The bronze depiction of the US First Lady is a replacement for a previous wooden version, which was set on fire in 2019. from BBC News htt...

Shock in Sweden at death of diplomat questioned for spying

The man, described as a high-ranking diplomat, was arrested on Sunday and released on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cfX53wq

Shock in Sweden at death of diplomat questioned for spying

The man, described as a high-ranking diplomat, was arrested on Sunday and released on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cfX53wq

Watch: UK surgeon shares footage from Gaza hospital after deadly Israeli strike

Tuesday's strike killed 28 people, the Hamas-run civil defence said. Israel says it was a precise strike on Hamas. from BBC News https...

Chris Brown arrested over alleged bottle attack

The singer was taken into custody in Manchester over an alleged altercation at a Mayfair nightclub. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T6wgvlG

Ukraine to attend peace talks as US says Trump and Putin needed for breakthrough

Marco Rubio says the "only way we’re going to have a breakthrough here is between President Trump and President Putin". from BBC...

Peru's prime minister resigns ahead of no-confidence vote

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Scared and malnourished - footage from Gaza shows plight of children and aftermath of Israeli strike

Israel says it targeted top Hamas militants hiding among civilians at the Khan Younis hospital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RXz4pgh

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/olIaihn

Trump touts $142bn arms deal on Saudi visit and lifts sanctions on Syria

President Trump's visit comes after years of strained relations between the Saudis and Joe Biden. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x4DI613...

'This is my closure': Emotional Kim Kardashian shares fears and forgives robber in court

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Poland says Russia recruited arsonists online for Warsaw fire

Polish minister Radek Sikorski tells the BBC that there is proof of Moscow's involvement, which the Kremlin denies. from BBC News http...

Rapper Tory Lanez stabbed in California prison

The Canadian hip-hop artist is serving a 10-year sentence for shooting and injuring Megan Thee Stallion. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mEzj...

Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander released by Hamas in Gaza

The 21-year-old is the first hostage to be released since a ceasefire came to an end in March. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NOs8C7b

Scepticism and cautious hope as PKK takes historic step to disband

There are calls for an amnesty for PKK prisoners, after the end of its 40-year insurgency against Turkey. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4Hp...

BBC team's tense encounter with sanctioned Israeli settler while filming in West Bank

Israeli settler Moshe Sharvit established a so-called 'outpost' in occupied West Bank from BBC News https://ift.tt/NBIJwZb

Hamas to release US-Israeli hostage as part of efforts to reach Gaza ceasefire

It comes as a senior Palestinian official confirms direct talks between Hamas and the US in Qatar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZbOIokz

Zelensky offers to meet Putin after Trump demands Ukraine hold direct talks with Russia

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Trump to receive luxury jet for Air Force One from Qatar

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How to win Eurovision, according to the experts

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India and Pakistan accuse each other of 'violations' after ceasefire deal

Delhi and Islamabad accused each other of breaching a ceasefire brokered after four days of cross-border attacks. from BBC News https://if...

Magic spells, innuendo and riddles: Your guide to all 37 Eurovision songs

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Mercenary and coup plotter Simon Mann dies

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Turkish Tufts University student Rumeysa Ozturk to be released

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India reports strikes on military bases, Pakistan denies any role

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Watch Pope Leo XIV's first public address - in full

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Denmark summons US ambassador over Greenland spying report

US spy agencies have been told to step up espionage around Greenland, according to The Wall Street Journal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M...

Israeli strikes on Gaza restaurant and market kill 33, health ministry says

The restaurant in Gaza City's Rimal neighbourhood had been recently been operating a community kitchen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k...

South African opposition politician hits out after failing to get UK visa

The UK Home Office was unable to process Julius Malema's application in time for his trip, the High Commission says. from BBC News htt...

The divides behind the scenes in the Vatican ahead of the conclave

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Carney tells Trump that Canada 'won't be for sale, ever'

The Canadian PM responds firmly as the president proposes a "wonderful marriage" of incorporating Canada into the US. from BBC N...

French hunter given suspended sentence for killing protected bear

The 81-year-old man said he had no choice but to shoot the animal after it attacked him during a hunt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SsNf89...

EU plans to end Russian gas imports by end of 2027

The European Union vowed to end energy relations with Russia after Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. from BBC Ne...

Watch: BBC reports from pier 33 - the gateway to Alcatraz

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Israel strikes Houthi targets in Yemen a day after missile attack near airport

A spokesman for the Houthi-run health ministry said at least 21 people were injured in the attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M9C45kZ

Ukraine claims strike in Russia's Kursk amid reports of fresh incursion

Kyiv says it struck a drone command centre in border village and insists forces remain inside Russian region from BBC News https://ift.tt/...

Peru kidnapping leaves 13 dead in gold mine

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Watch: How Lady Gaga's record-breaking concert almost ended in disaster

A large-scale bomb attack was thwarted by police before Gaga's first concert in Brazil since 2012. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C84wbW...

Trump says he won't seek a third term

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Spain rules out cyber attack - but what could have caused power cut?

The Spanish grid operator said the preliminary assessment suggests there was no cyber attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MIKNqw3

Fears of global instability drive Singapore voters into ruling party's arms

The People's Action Party won by a landslide in an election dominated by concerns over the cost of living and the economy. from BBC Ne...

Two dead after Peruvian navy ship hits oil platform in Amazon River

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Seven killed in tour bus crash near Yellowstone National Park

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US man gets 53 years for fatally stabbing Palestinian-American child

Joseph Czuba was convicted for targeting the child and his mother over their Muslim faith shortly after the start of the Israel-Gaza war. ...

North Korea: First road bridge to Russia 'significant' development

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Apple braces for $900m blow from Trump tariffs

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Hundreds arrested in crackdown on May Day protests in Istanbul

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Apple referred for possible criminal contempt investigation

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US and Ukraine inch towards critical minerals deal

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