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India: Why a country of 1.4 billion is not in the football World Cup

The world's most populous country is still missing from football's biggest stage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i6jwJK8

Brazil convicts Jair Bolsonaro's son of pursuing US help in father's legal battle

Eduardo Bolsonaro called the conviction "baseless and senseless". from BBC News https://ift.tt/YAyqj8m

'Warning fire went up': Couple on board yacht describe encounter with Russian warship

The Russian frigate fired warning shots near a British retired couple on a yacht in the English Channel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eHs58yV

A year on, six questions still haunt the Air India crash investigation

From fuel switches to engine failures, here are the biggest mysteries around the Air India crash inquiry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GaJiV2Y

Trump says deal to end war with Iran already signed and details to be released 'pretty soon'

Trump says Strait of Hormuz will be open from Friday but there is still confusion about the exact contents of the agreement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IrdefFg

Why Delhi feels hotter than what temperatures show

We spent a day out in the city with a thermal camera, recording surface temperatures indoors and outdoors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BwPM25s

Protesters clash with police ahead of G7 summit in Geneva

Swiss police deployed a water cannon and fired tear gas to disperse anti-G7 protesters after clashes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tMmEwYX

US kills leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang in airstrike, Trump says

Niño Guerrero was killed in a "swift and lethal kinetic strike," the US President wrote in a social media post. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cWmXSIN

Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup?

All three leaders of the North America host nations have missed the tournament opening matches. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uK0B7h5

King leads tributes to 'giant of the art world' David Hockney

The artist, who has died at the age of 88, "was one of life's true originals", King Charles says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UJ3Oqpb

Flip flop or deliberate? - Unpacking Trump’s strategy on Iran

The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the US president's mixed messaging over the war and the questions it raises. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bB1LgIV

World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, local performers and vibrant fans

A star-studded opening ceremony featured artists from the World Cup's official soundtrack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NeVySaO

Inside Myanmar, rebels are losing ground as military forces men into army

The BBC travels with rebels to frontline positions in Myanmar to see how the war is unfolding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yXMZqg7

Inside Myanmar, rebels are losing ground as military forces men into army

The BBC travels with rebels to frontline positions in Myanmar to see how the war is unfolding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yXMZqg7

Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup?

With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup? from BBC News https://ift.tt/cPNe8l7

Has Trump lost control of the Iran war?

For the first time since the start of a precarious ceasefire two months ago, Israel and Iran have traded missile strikes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b1UJ5jy

Watch: Southern Lights timelapse filmed from space

This occurrence of aurora australis, or Southern Lights, was captured by NASA astronaut Jessica Meir. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NDYiMIt

Last-minute visas and moving training camp: Iran's road to the World Cup

Iran's participation has become one of the most complex stories of the tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5uHI2Ub

Steve Rosenberg: Russia's economic forum overshadowed by drone attacks on St Petersburg

The BBC's Russia editor saw Putin's flagship economic event overshadowed by Ukrainian drones attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vxWnK94

Man dies after shark attack in Western Australia, police say

The man was spearfishing off Michaelmas Island with his family, according to local reports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/euJ7bzE

Why are devastating mice plagues happening in Australia?

Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents - and it’s costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WktL7wi

Missing Sherpa guide found on Mount Everest after 'miracle' self-rescue

Cleaners found Dawa Sherpa crawling towards Base Camp six days after he went missing at a higher altitude. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N4AkhYX

Director Wim Wenders withdraws 1975 film over actress's teen topless scene

Nastassja Kinski, who appeared in the film when she was 13, said the film-maker "didn't protect me". from BBC News https://ift.tt/JQ9A3T2

'Crazy' phone call between Trump and Netanyahu complicates Iran talks

Israel's PM laughed off reports of friction, but he has tested the patience of other US presidents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7rFMhcX

From butterflies to breast milk, Uber's list of lost items reveals wild backseat discoveries

The rideshare company's annual Lost & Found Index also reveals America's most forgetful city, and the most forgetful day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hgTZ4MS

Canada formally requests 16-year renewal of North American free trade pact

In a letter to his North American counterparts, US-Canada Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said the three countries should renew the USMCA trade deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TEZnXPz

White House Correspondents' Dinner rescheduled after shooting incident

The annual dinner, which was held in April this year, was interrupted when a gunman stormed a security checkpoint. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZrktEWo

No, Trump's name hasn't been removed from the Kennedy Center

An AI video of President Trump’s name being ripped off the front of the building has been seen by millions online. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C943Rwb

Two possible Ebola cases in Brazil ruled out as patients test negative

The two patients had recently returned from the DR Congo and Uganda respectively. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h1bcLIt

AI giant Anthropic says it plans to list on US stock market

The AI company behind Claude is set to offer the public shares of stock sometime this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6rg4jw5

Nicaraguan indigenous leader dies after three years in prison

Rights groups condemn the death of Brooklyn Rivera, 73, following his long arbitrary detention by the governing regime. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7U8tlDw

Between celebration and confrontation: Paris after PSG victory

Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police following the Champions League final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G5j3XmC

Laos cave survivors help with plan to find last two missing men

So far, five men have been freed from the narrow, flooded cave but efforts are ongoing to locate two more. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6pkVYnh

'It's like a decaying body': Australian farmers battle mouse plague

Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare destroying crops and invading homes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yzUtBaY

Trump's doctor says he's in excellent health - but are US presidents' health checks a PR exercise?

Every president in modern history - including Donald Trump this week - has taken an annual physical exam that is as much about messaging as it is about health. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GC9jqna

After decades risking arrest, South Korea's tattoo artists step into the limelight

Only licensed doctors were allowed to ink tattoos in Korea - breaking the law could lead to heavy fines or jail. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VH5qlLN

Trump holds meeting to make 'final determination' on Iran deal

The US president met his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F8AQ26k

How did this novel about food win a Booker Prize this year?

Taiwan Travelogue is the first novel translated from Mandarin Chinese to win the prestigious award. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mFuObdo

US and Iran reach tentative deal to extend ceasefire, US officials say

But there has been conflicting information from Tehran, with one news agency reporting that no deal has been finalised or confirmed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vBOWah9

US justice department launches criminal investigation into Trump accuser E Jean Carroll

The case centres on whether the former columnist lied about the funding she received for her civil lawsuit against the US president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gH8zM0R

Paul McCartney on playing guitar with Paul Mescal: 'He knew it better than I did!'

The music legend on delivering "memory songs" for his 20th solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane - and why he's intrigued by the new Beatles biopics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lUa5Hoy

The world's carmakers are struggling to compete with China

The BBC visited China’s EV factories and found they are dominating the ecosystems shaping the global auto industry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VioNuDq

Australia confirms first diphtheria death amid worst outbreak in decades

Most cases are in the Northern Territory with some also in Western Australia, South Australia and Queensland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q0KBQe5

Trump to undergo annual medical exam ahead of 80th birthday

The BBC’s Bernd Debusmann explains the routine medical check of the president of the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0fmdSJ4

'Blistering heat' in Delhi as temperatures reach 45C

The BBC's Sumedha Pal describes how difficult it is to be standing in the streets of Delhi as temperatures rise to 45C . from BBC News https://ift.tt/pvS0ouG

Netanyahu says Israel will intensify strikes against Hezbollah

The Israeli military hits targets in eastern Lebanon after the prime minister announces further strikes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pv3oTX0

How Saudi Arabia's spending spree reached the end of the line

MBS's Vison 2030 project seemed the stuff of science fiction. Now reality has bitten from BBC News https://ift.tt/b9Q1pHw

Man killed in shark attack off Australia's north-east coast

The 39-year-old was fatally injured at a shoal off the Cassowary Coast in Queensland, apparently while spearfishing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BxHmAeV

Trump tells US negotiators 'not to rush' into deal with Iran

The deal under discussion would involve a 60-day ceasefire extension during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, according to US media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vwRSd5q

Race for French presidency sees ex-PM Philippe as early favourite to beat populists

Latest polls suggest the centre-right figure is the only candidate who can defeat Marine Le Pen or Jean-Luc Mélenchon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p9TfeFq

Iran steps up claim to control Strait of Hormuz

Iran publishes a map claiming "armed forces oversight" across more than 22,000 sq km of the waterway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iptY4O3

Rubio says Cuba is threat to US as Havana accuses him of 'lies'

Cuba's foreign minister accused Rubio of trying to "instigate a military aggression". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ScLOhed

Dozens of vehicles burnt as Mali jihadists enforce blockade ahead of Eid holiday

The blockade has led to shortages of fuel and food ahead of next week's Muslim holiday of Eid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vBwq31g

Could a football match soften North Korea-South Korea relations?

A North Korean women's football team played in South Korea marking the first time athletes from the North have crossed the border in nearly 8 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wis2xDJ

Whale to be removed from Danish island after failed German rescue

Danish officials will conduct a post mortem examination on the whale, which was released into the sea from a barge more than two weeks ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OUfVvwF

Victim or enabler? Epstein girlfriend who could face questions despite plea deal

Nadia Marcinko is relatively unknown but may soon be called before US legislators. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mt3vqs6

Victim or enabler? Epstein girlfriend who could face questions despite plea deal

Nadia Marcinko is relatively unknown but may soon be called before US legislators. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mt3vqs6

Shakira wins £50m tax refund from Spanish government

The Colombian singer says the court ruling means the "narrative" that she was guilty now "crumbles". from BBC News https://ift.tt/CQdIGpZ

Musk loses OpenAI court battle after jury finds he waited too long to sue

Jurors spent weeks hearing about Musk's claim that Altman had "stolen a charity." from BBC News https://ift.tt/jC2Aq5H

From escaping child marriage 'to an old pervert' to becoming Sierra Leone's first lady

BBC World Service exclusive: the private world of one of Africa's most powerful political women. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UJ089IP

Eurovision winner Dara arrives to screaming fans in Bulgaria

The 27-year-old's tune Bangaranga won Bulgaria its first ever title in the song contest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QptUydZ

Toddlers among more than 50 schoolchildren kidnapped in Nigeria

No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attacks, which have devastated Mussa town in Borno state. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Oxk9hS

Canadian from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive

The individual is one of four former passengers on the MV Hondius isolating on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7MqbI3e

Man killed by 13ft shark in Western Australia

The attack occurred at Horseshoe Reef - north-west of the popular Rottnest Island near the city of Perth, local police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aZjQTnF

What China critics in Maga movement make of Trump's Beijing trip

Trump’s softer approach towards China is one that experts say will likely trickle down to the wider MAGA base. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YMyAJop

Rosenberg: Scaled-back Victory Parade in Moscow's Red Square

The BBC's Russia editor reports from Moscow, where the annual Victory Day display was quieter than usual. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yEV1TMP

Five Italians die during cave dive in Maldives

Italy says the incident happened at a depth of 50m. Maldivian rescuers have so far found one body. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4msoDxM

Hundreds of illegal motorbikes bulldozed in New York City crime crackdown

A moped had been used in the deadly stray-bullet shooting of a 7-month-old in Brooklyn last month, officials said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S0HuJov

Hezbollah support endures in south Lebanon as ceasefire fails to stop war with Israel

Despite continuing Israeli attacks and occupation, many people in the south still believe the armed group is the only force capable of defending them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ViqQhE9

Dali ship operator charged over deadly Baltimore bridge collapse

Six construction workers were killed and several vehicles plunged into the river after the cargo ship crashed into the bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hh4POw3

South Africa's top court bars repeat asylum applications

The home affairs minister hails the ruling as a "victory" against the "abuse" of the refugee system. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KCQgajc

Whales could be harmed by diverted ships avoiding Middle East, scientists warn

Ships have rerouted around the Cape of Good Hope since 2023 to avoid conflicts in the Middle East. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mJABHT9

Elon Musk and Tim Cook among CEOs expected to accompany Trump on China trip

A total of 17 US executives are set to join the president on his visit, where he will meet his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W5U0fb6

How hotels are stopping the 'dawn dash' for sunbeds after man wins payout

Some resorts enforce allocation rules from check-in to prevent people reserving loungers with towels in the "sunbed wars". from BBC News https://ift.tt/jgIU6oD

Greece conducts controlled blast of mystery naval drone explosives

The unmanned vessel, suspected to be of Ukrainian origin, was found by fishermen in a cave on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3qz2v0C

Person killed after being hit by plane on runway at Denver airport

The unidentified individual had jumped a perimeter fence two minutes before being struck by the airliner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ycvzTUW

Is hojicha the next matcha? The Japanese tea creeping onto menus

From lattes to ice-cream, Japanese hojicha tea has been creeping onto menus across the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M2XgLar

German tourist wins payout after losing sun lounger race

The man sued his tour operator for allowing people to reserve sun loungers with towels despite a hotel ban on the practice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D3rsmqy

How operation to disembark passengers on virus-hit cruise will work

The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe reports from Tenerife, where some locals fear the ship's arrival could bring health risks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M9XBvhQ

Who is Kumanjayi Little Baby and why has her death caused outrage in Australia?

The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rnBVPXy

Iran considering US proposal to end war, official says

The White House reportedly believes it could be closing in on a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OKcFQIw

'Enjoy the show. Ignore the war': Venice Biennale faces backlash after including Russia

Protests have taken place at the prestigious arts fair over the inclusion of Russia for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tly2Kh3

Explosion at China fireworks factory kills 26 people

A blast at a fireworks factory in Hunan province has killed 26 people and injured 61, state media report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/reaAzRH

Finding soldier Tom: Solving family mystery of WW2 Soviet prisoner of war

He was saved by a Jersey family after escaping a Nazi labour camp, but after the war he disappeared in the Soviet Union. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Th0oyYB

Offensive stage of Iran war is over, US Secretary of State Rubio says

As a spate of incidents in the Strait of Hormuz test the ceasefire, an Iranian official says, "We are just getting started". from BBC News https://ift.tt/KNLWARG

Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani recovering from pneumonia and 'now breathing on his own'

The ex-New York mayor 'remains in critical but stable condition', according to his spokesman. from BBC News https://ift.tt/629z5DS

Robots move in as waste firms struggle to find staff

Humanoid robots are being added to the automation of waste sorting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2lyawDu

The looks turning heads on the Met Gala carpet

The theme for 2026 Met Gala fundraiser is "Costume Art", exploring fashion as an embodied art form. from BBC News https://ift.tt/csZOI8f

Nigeria plans to repatriate nationals willing to leave South Africa after attacks

There has been a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, some of which have turned violent. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bY6MeFZ

Laufey on making jazz cool again (and the fish that brought out her inner rage)

The Icelandic star reflects on a phenomenal year, and the music video that let her go "primal". from BBC News https://ift.tt/XCBTAML

Israeli police arrest man after nun attacked in Jerusalem

The French nun was pushed over and kicked in the apparently unprovoked assault, amid a rise in harassment of Christians in the city by Jewish extremists. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S61OcEo

Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war

The president writes that hostilities "have terminated" because of the ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorisation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZqERG6k

'How are we going to get back home?' Islamist group tightens blockade on Mali capital

The blockade comes days after Mali's defence minister was assassinated in a series of nationwide attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5poWYmQ

Syria trial seen as first step on long road for Assad's victims

There were highly charged scenes as former senior regime official, Atef Najib, appeared before a Damascus court. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aHXFOgD

Suspect charged with attempted assassination of Trump at Washington dinner

Investigators say the 31-year-old California man wanted to kill as many high-level officials as possible. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ojuFtG0

Gunmen raid Nigerian orphanage and kidnap children

The attack saw 23 children and the facility's proprietress kidnapped by gunmen on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EsTCSgh

Inside Trump press dinner shooting suspect's court appearance

BBC reports from Washington DC, where Cole Tomas Allen was charged with attempting to assassinate Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nCl2gBY

Colombia offers record $1.4m-reward for rebel it blames for deadly bomb attack

Officials say a rebel leader known as "Marlon" ordered the attack in which 20 people were killed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1U8Z7yL

BBC visits Chernobyl ghost city 40 years after world's worst nuclear accident

The BBC's Jessica Parker visits Pripyat, which was abandoned in 1986 after an explosion at the nearby Chernobyl nuclear power plant. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sUi0TQF

Mali defence minister killed as country hit by wave of rebel attacks

A wave of coordinated attacks by jihadist militants and separatists has spread through the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/joXDWGM

Did Trump save eight Iranian women from execution?

The US president says he saved eight Iranian women from execution, but Iran says otherwise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vE6bMcV

'You just didn't know': Gary O'Donoghue describes confusion and fears at correspondents' dinner

Police say a man charged security outside of the dining room and was armed with multiple weapons. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K9bCSeQ

Trump cancels US envoys' trip to Pakistan for talks on Iran war

Iran had earlier said there were no plans for a direct meeting with a US delegation led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u6G42CI

Seven dead in major Russian attack on Ukraine

The city of Dnipro was hardest hit, with officials saying four died in a strike on a residential building. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YmiE6ft

Heated Rivalry, The Housemaid and Fourth Wing: TikTok launches BookTok bestseller list

The inaugural top 20 is entirely made up of female authors, with Chloe Walsh appearing most frequently. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n8JB2kH

Mandelson under formal investigation by EU's anti-fraud office

The EU's anti-fraud office confirms it has "sufficient information" to launch an investigation, but does not say if it involves fraud. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CXZs8Nh

Behind Nigeria's murky coup plot - the money, the prayers and a Nollywood arrest

What court papers and sources close to the investigation have told the BBC about the scope of the plan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ltQsFz6

Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage'

Beatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day's Night. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jth2SVv

US Navy chief leaving post 'effective immediately', Pentagon says

Reports say Phelan, whose role was largely administrative, left amid tension over US shipbuilding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6nfOr4M

US and Iran in blockade standoff as Pakistan pushes for talks

The mood in the Strait of Hormuz remains combustible despite Trump's ceasefire extension. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BdJ5FSD

Japan loosens arms export rules in break from post-WW2 pacifism

This clears the way for Japan to sell weapons to more than a dozen countries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hwRn92b

Why police are seeking to arrest billionaire K-pop mogul behind BTS

Bang Si-hyuk, who created the supergroup, denies defrauding investors before his $7.3bn company went public. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F3UvxXu

Mass trial for 486 alleged gang members begins in El Salvador

Footage released by the attorney general's office shows large groups of men in prison attending the trial via video link. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dtr2QJo

Police gunfight with favela gang traps 200 tourists on hilltop

The access route to Morro Dois Irmãos was blocked during the operation in Vidigal, leaving scores of alarmed sightseers stuck on the hill. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cUN4QI9

Victory slips away as marathon runner celebrates too soon

The dramatic end to the Delaware Marathon occurred when the lead runner slowed in celebration before a trailing marathoner sprinted toward the finish line . from BBC News https://ift.tt/yrBD4Na

Bodies of 50 infants dumped at Trinidad graveyard

Police say a preliminary investigation shows it may be a case of an "unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses". from BBC News https://ift.tt/whftTLj

Thousands of Parisians evacuated as WW2 bomb detonated

Residents within a 450m radius of the device were told to leave their homes while it was neutralised. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BdjVSka

Ontario Premier Doug Ford agrees to sell $21m private jet following outcry

After confirming the purchase on Friday, Ford drew critcism from political opponents who called it a "gravy plane" and "out of touch". from BBC News https://ift.tt/iVYR3wF

French peacekeeper killed in southern Lebanon

President Macron blames the attack on Hezbollah. The Iran-backed armed group denies "any connection" to the incident. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uBo9Odf

Watch: Fuel truck leaves trail of fire on road in Syria

Eyewitnesses captured the moment a burning fuel tanker drove through the centre of Hasakah, Syria, leaving a trail of fire behind it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0muFVtM

Orbán's era was over in a flash and Hungary's next PM is a man in a hurry

Péter Magyar and his Tisza party are wasting no time preparing for the transfer of power after their dramatic landslide victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5l0D7EF

Officer on horseback chases suspect through New York streets

The suspect was accused of purse-snatching and has been charged with larceny and providing false information. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1lXT56x

Watch: Rising prices threaten Minnesota's meat raffles

Popular in local bars across the US, the games are facing higher meat prices, squeezing some of the charities that benefit from them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ocni0Jt

Lawmakers clash with RFK Jr as he shifts focus away from vaccines

During a three-hour hearing, the US health secretary tried to focus on chronic disease while being pressed on vaccines. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sm8MLsV

Frank Gardner: What is China's role in the Iran war?

BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the world's second-largest economy fits into the Gulf conflict. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RljbhGP

Nazi search engine shows if ancestors were in Hitler's party

Christian Rainer told the BBC he found his grandfather within seconds using the online tool, which also helped clear other members of his family. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k8fuhGv

US drivers head to Native American lands for cheaper gas

Some of the cheapest fuel in the country can be found on tribal land due to tax exemptions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k2tzPes

Frostbite is least of worries for Canada forces grappling with new Arctic reality

Across 5,200 km of Canada's Arctic, some 1,300 members of Canada's military spent two winter months on a mission to meet the challenges of a changing north. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Uk3EtDL

What is a naval blockade and how would it work in Strait of Hormuz?

Donald Trump says that the US is going to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice? from BBC News https://ift.tt/ThEI8XA

'A truly historic moment': BBC reports from Hungary as Viktor Orbán concedes election

Rajini Vaidyanathan broadcasts from outside Hungary's parliament as crowds hear about the prime minister's concession. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hp2THid

'It's a special thing to be on Planet Earth': Artemis crew welcomed home in Houston

The four astronauts flew around the Moon in a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans in history. from BBC News https://ift.tt/duwOkj5

Melania Trump's speech propels Epstein crisis back to forefront

She has now placed herself squarely into the Epstein story and at odds with the administration, which wants to end the investigation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Djw5QT

Melania Trump denies ties to Jeffrey Epstein and urges hearing for survivors

She called rumours that Epstein introduced her to Donald Trump "mean-spirited attempts to defame my reputation". from BBC News https://ift.tt/QMbLFwl

Taiwan opposition leader meets Xi Jinping in Beijing

Cheng Li-wun is the Kuomintang's first sitting leader to visit China in a decade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cZUSqgf

Hot in the city: Energy crisis tests Singapore's air-con addiction

The rise in energy prices has hit Asia particularly hard as many nations are heavily reliant on Gulf oil. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BvE9zKn

Israel to hold direct talks with Lebanon, Netanyahu says

The announcement came after a massive wave of Israeli strikes on Lebanon on Wednesday which killed 303 people, according to health officials. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mZoxfpB

BBC at the site of Israeli air strikes in Beirut

At least 182 people were killed and 890 others wounded, according to the Lebanese health ministry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s2Lm57T

Best-selling The Housemaid author Freida McFadden reveals true identity

One of the biggest mysteries in publishing is solved, as The Housemaid writer reveals her real name. from BBC News https://ift.tt/snNCS7x

What we know about the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran

The provisional truce comes more than a month after the US and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gqhY3cO

He's Australia's most decorated soldier. Now he's at the centre of a historic war crimes case

Ben Roberts-Smith's case is not only unprecedented for Australia but "extraordinary" for the globe too, scholars say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OT5l6NM

Germany suspends military approval for long stays abroad for men under 45

The requirement to obtain permission had gone largely unnoticed until a German newspaper reported on it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kwrAYVu

Everything you need to know about BTS's comeback tour

The megastars kick off their grandest tour, the largest in K-pop history, in Seoul on Thursday after a nearly four-year hiatus. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lxGzMF1

Gambia appoints British barrister to prosecute gruesome Jammeh-era crimes

Ex-President Yahya Jammeh's 22-year rule was known for enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZECcrGe

What the US military could do if Iran fails to meet Trump's ultimatum

The US can do a lot of damage to civilian infrastructure but military experts say it's not feasible to carry out all Trump's threats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KMDj4B8

Iranians form human chains at bridges and power plants

Tehran had urged people to gather outside potential US and Israeli targets after Donald Trump threatened to attack civilian infrastructure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zNAolMf

The 40 minutes when the Artemis crew loses contact with the Earth

As the astronauts pass behind the Moon they will experience a moment of silence and solitude as communication with the Earth is blocked. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6TvFJjI

Trump issues expletive-laden threat to Iran over Hormuz Strait blockage

The US president says he will destroy Iranian power plants and bridges if the vital waterway is not reopened. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YQjOIZz

'We are at the edge of a battlefield': BBC reports near Strait of Hormuz

The BBC's Orla Guerin travels to the edge of the critical waterway that Iran has put a stranglehold on. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7uJ0fFn

Analysis: Trump declares victory in Iran war after rescue, but threats to US operation still loom

The rescue could impact how Trump views a ground operation to take Kharg Island or to seize enriched uranium sites. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uBJQaSN

After 16 years in power, could Viktor Orban finally be unseated?

Hungary is going to the polls in nine days - after 16 years in power, can Viktor Orban be unseated? from BBC News https://ift.tt/TdocGw2

Faced with new energy shock, Europe asks if reviving nuclear is the answer

As war drives up gas and fuel prices, Europeans turn again to the issue of energy independence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kLY9h6o

How elite US teams tackle combat rescue missions

Air force pararescue units who specialise in CSAR missions are among the most highly trained in the US military. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vxm1t0U

Unanswered questions remain after death of Australia's most wanted fugitive

Double-murderer Dezi Freeman evaded capture for seven months in the bush but police believe he had help. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7iRLdzj

Baby shot dead in pram in New York City, police say

The seven-month-old child is the unintended victim of a suspected gang-related shooting, officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Czs26ya

Trump removes US Attorney General Pam Bondi

Bondi's time as America's top law enforcement officer was overshadowed by the justice department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1aueELF

Why isn't Artemis II landing on the Moon?

The US is aiming to be the first country to land humans on the lunar surface again by 2028 - so what's this mission for? from BBC News https://ift.tt/ImRluTX

What do Trump's latest comments on leaving Nato mean for the alliance?

Trump has criticised Nato members for showing a lack of support for US objectives in Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WqNAI9V

Peter Magyar, the former Orban ally vying for power in Hungary

Magyar represents the biggest threat to Viktor Orban's rule in Hungary since he won the first of four consecutive victories in 2010. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KfMxN5k

World's oldest known tortoise, Jonathan, dies aged 193

The vet who cared for the giant tortoise said he had left behind a "legacy of resilience and longevity". from BBC News https://ift.tt/J2EaSvV

Eurovision Song Contest launches first-ever Asia edition

Broadcasters from 10 countries, including South Korea and the Philippines, will be taking part. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rRe8xak

Russian oil tanker docks in Cuba ending near-total blockade

A Russian oil tanker has docked in Cuba, providing temporary relief after months of shortages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gm49MRe

Céline Dion announces comeback shows in Paris after incurable diagnosis

The star was diagnosed with a rare condition that affects her singing voice and her ability to walk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OqN2vEZ

Two Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in Lebanon

It is the second fatal incident in the last 24 hours, Unifil says, after Israel expanded its operation against Hezbollah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ctsgV7K

Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse paintings stolen in Italian job

The paintings were taken from a museum in Parma by four masked men in the middle of the night, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IXuAMLT

Frosting, sprinkles and layers of fun: Giant cake picnic hits Sydney

Hundreds of bakers head to the city's botanic gardens to share and savour their colourful creations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hECdtB9

No Kings protests across the US rally against Donald Trump

The demonstrations against the Trump administration are set to sweep cities across the US on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9davYJg

Potential Houthi threat to Red Sea shipping could further damage global economy

The Iran-backed group could bring a second crucial waterway to a standstill, writes Sebastian Usher. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gqLlR4K

I escaped North Korea with my mum. Now I'm terrified she might be sent back

Geumseong made it safely to South Korea, but his mother is stuck in a Chinese prison and may be forcibly repatriated. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1mJyjD8

UN human rights chief calls on US to conclude probe into Iran school strike

The strike - which killed at least 168 people, mostly children - "evoked a visceral horror", Volker Türk said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tn7uROX

Guthrie on missing mother: 'We cannot be at peace without knowing'

In her first interview since the disappearance, Savannah Guthrie recounts the moment she learned her mother was missing and wrestles with the idea that her fame may have made her mother a target. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M5IREJB

Democrats flip Florida state seat that includes Trump's Mar-a-Lago home

Emily Gregory’s projected victory comes in a legislative district which a Republican candidate won by 19 percentage points in 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TMUZ2tG

Journalists at Australia's national broadcaster to strike over pay and possible use of AI

Staff at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation will strike for the first time in 20 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ombUWwe

What happened in the seconds before Air Canada plane crashed at LaGuardia

BBC Verify breaks down the moments before the deadly collision with a fire truck at the New York airport. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cdbH8hY

UN warns Earth's climate being 'pushed beyond its limits' as El Niño looms

The Earth's climate is further out of balance than at any time in recorded history, the UN's weather agency says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4HOSBvA

OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies at 43

Leo Radvinsky became a billionaire after investing in the site, known for its pornographic content. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w5YasGO

Pop megastars BTS electrify historic centre of Seoul with comeback concert

The world's biggest band returns after more than three years with a huge concert in the South Korean capital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OhAvd9Y

Iranian strikes on bases used by US caused $800m in damage, new analysis shows

Much of the damage was caused in initial retaliatory strikes by Iran in the week after the US and Israel launched its operation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kVnX17u

Watch: Thick smoke billows from South Korea car parts plant in deadly fire

Eleven people were killed and dozens injured when a huge blaze engulfed a car parts factory in the central city of Daejeon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XeRTAVt

Mexican teen dies while being held in US immigration custody

Royer Perez-Jimenez died amid a surge of migrant deaths under Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EMBYsJd

Leading anti‑racism activist in Tunisia jailed for eight years

Saadia Mosbah campaigned for migrants, particularly after President Kais Saied said they posed a demographic threat to the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/apyUB5E

Ukraine-Hungary oil pipeline row threatens EU loan

Kyiv and Budapest disagree on how badly damaged a hub in western Ukraine bombed by Russia really is, as its oil flow remains suspended. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lfPbksn

How Europe sleepwalked into yet another energy crisis

It is not the first time that there has been deep energy-linked frustration in the heart of Europe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mI8PBZO

Kevin Spacey and accusers settle before civil trial

The actor agrees an out-of-court settlement with three men who accused him of sexual assault. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tonRyjI

Five takeaways from Markwayne Mullin's Homeland Security confirmation hearing

The agency Mullin is vying to run entered its fifth week without funding, and concerns surrounding the budget loomed over questions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BKfltHa

Utah mother who wrote book about grief found guilty of poisoning husband

A jury found that Kouri Richins killed her husband in March 2022 by poisoning him with a fentanyl-laced drink. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uWbgOXq

US west coast prepares for 'dangerous' heatwave in early spring

Severe weather is plaguing the US from coast to coast, bringing a mix of extreme heat and bitter cold. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wt8P47B

Trump says presidents 'should not have learning disabilities' as he mocks Newsom's dyslexia

The National Center for Learning Disabilities said it was "disturbed" by the president's remarks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7yo6kRJ

Mexico City breaks Guinness Record with giant football training session

Mexico City set a Guinness record for the largest football training session as 9,500 participants filled the capital’s Zocalo square ahead of World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uG72omJ

Watch: Reunion resident gets close to lava from erupting volcano

Lava from the Piton de la Fournaise volcano reached the Indian ocean for the first time in 19 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/369vP1K

UN receives reports alleging torture of detainees in Venezuela continues

The UN is deeply concerned by allegations there have been incidents of torture after Nicolás Maduro's ouster. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OoTZQXJ

BBC visits aftermath of Israeli strike on Lebanon that killed family as IDF targets Hezbollah

A relative tells BBC those killed were civilians and not Hezbollah operatives, but the Israel Defense Forces says it was targeting "terrorist infrastructure". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hf2lPL3

How Iranians are evading internet blocks to contact family abroad

Iranians are finding tech-savvy ways to get through the regime's restrictions on phone and internet connections. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kwidG9b

Will Trump help or hinder Zimbabwe's white farmers in their compensation battle?

They have engaged a lobbying firm with close ties to the US president to argue their case. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q7ylekd

More US Marines and warships being moved to Middle East, reports say

The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Jglbf5

Three more Iran football team members change minds over asylum

Four of seven members of the women's football delegation who originally sought to stay in Australia have now chosen to return home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jNhMpWF

Cuba confirms negotiations with US as country faces effects of oil blockade

Cuba's president confirmed the talks in a national broadcast as the country also said it would release 51 prisoners in "goodwill" gesture. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KTOxLjq

Bahrain & Saudi Arabia Grands Prix to be cancelled

The Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix scheduled for next month are set to be cancelled as a result of the Middle East war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/POUWmj2

'What if we're left with ruins?': Doubts creep in for Iranians who supported war

Teachers, engineers and shopkeepers tell the BBC they fear Iran falling into chaos. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bTcIe5x

New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over 'undiplomatic remarks'

Leo Brent Bozell apologises after weighing in on a dispute rooted in the country's apartheid past. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9gajAyz

French aid worker among three killed in drone strikes in rebel-held DR Congo city

Witnesses say drone strikes hit a residential building frequently occupied by expatriates and aid workers in Goma. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oW2l3O8

Five Iranian footballers granted Australian visas after anthem protest

Concern has grown for team after one critic called them "wartime traitors" for failing to salute during the Iranian anthem. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X4zmxgE

US missile hit military base near Iran school, video analysis shows

A US Tomahawk missile hit a military base near a primary school in southern Iran where Iranian authorities said 168 people were killed, expert video analysis shows. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S4Uofin

Has Hollywood golden boy Timothée Chalamet lost his shine?

Is the backlash against Timothée Chalamet about more than his views on ballet and opera? from BBC News https://ift.tt/LIJhWHY

Bitter times for cocoa farmers as chocolate market slumps

Chocolate bars may have shot up in price but West Africa's cocoa farmers are facing economic ruin. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qlctKRs

Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader?

Many expect the 56-year-old, who has largely kept a low profile, to continue his father's hardline policies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nNfyc3Y

Dancers loved practising in this Singapore walkway. Then the complaints came

In super-organised Singapore, disputes over public space are a battle between control and chaos. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IBctgRk

Heavy rains and flooding kills at least 23 in Nairobi

Flights in and out of Nairobi Airport have been disrupted while some roads in the capital are submerged. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fmsRvua

Fatbikes are wreaking havoc in Sydney's wealthy beach suburbs

Teens are infuriating locals by riding over golf courses and doing wheelies on the Harbour Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7ZyPoXc

Trump cuts his losses on Noem after controversial tenure at homeland security

Noem was one of the administration's brightest stars when she stepped into the role, but has faced a mounting backlash in recent months. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GQjFlNs

Iran's high-risk war strategy seems to centre on endurance and deterrence

Tehran's approach appears to rest on a belief it can absorb strikes longer than its adversaries sustain pain and costs, writes BBC Persian's Amir Azimi. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ehvNfuq

How depleted weapons stockpiles could affect the Iran conflict

Weapons stocks will not alone decide the outcome of this conflict, but it's certainly a significant factor, writes the BBC's Jonathan Beale. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sSOtHgQ

'Every day feels like a month': Iranians describe life under 'constant' US-Israeli strikes

Iranians are coping with daily strikes, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns - all while trying to stay in touch with loved ones. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eHE8M3B

US sends planes to evacuate nationals from Middle East as Iran conflict spreads

The US State Department says Americans should "depart now via commercial means" as strikes continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vW1U4CG

Zelensky fears Trump's Iran war could hurt Ukraine

Ukraine fears what soaring oil prices and a shortage in air defences could mean for them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jBUy4Y7

New charges for son of Norway's crown princess on trial for rape

Marius Borg Høiby now faces a total of 40 charges at his trial and denies the most serious allegations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GO7836p

Oil and gas prices rise on new Iran threat to Gulf shipping

Iranian official threatens to "set fire" to any ships passing through the crucial Strait of Hormuz. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WeIh41v

Watch: The third day of the US-Israeli war with Iran

A fast-moving day saw the conflict widen in the region, with strikes being traded between opposing sides. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mw57t92

Watch: How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping

Ben Chu has been looking at what’s happened to marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade passage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4OM0yfr

Celebrations around the world after strikes on Iran

People in the UK, Spain and the United States celebrated on Saturday following news of the strikes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RSohrFn

Bill Clinton asked about hot tub photo and testifies he knew 'nothing' of Epstein crimes

The former president told the committee that he would never have flown on Epstein's plane if he "had any inkling of what he was doing". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jmie2EL

A 'delicate' balance for Canada and a 'win-win' for Modi as Carney visits India

The two countries are repairing a strained relationship as they also seek to reduce their trade reliance on the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xuic9gr

Why Trump means the Cuban Revolution faces its biggest threat yet

Will a worsening internal crisis create the conditions for the Cuban Revolution to unravel from within? from BBC News https://ift.tt/v9FnHLm

These filmmakers know exactly how to get you hooked on bizarre one-minute dramas

The business depends on packing a punch right away because the first five to 10 episodes are free. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ShsuKQ9

Moment cooling tower is demolished at German power plant

Onlookers watched as the cooling tower of the decommissioned Frimmersdorf power plant in Germany collapsed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TtUqjup

Japan to deploy missiles on island near Taiwan by 2031

The remote Yonaguni island lies on the frontlines of self-governing Taiwan's growing tensions with China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LdUWRQp

Floods and landslides in Brazil kill at least 25

Hundreds of people have been displaced and dozens are missing, with rescue operations still ongoing in Juiz de Fora. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gh2VWU6

US ambassador to France set for talks with foreign minister after row

Charles Kushner has spoken to France's foreign minister after failing to respond to a summons on Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TAKwrZg

Threat of further violence looms after Mexican cartel rampage

The BBC speaks to Guadalajara residents days after cartel members sought to avenge the killing of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7oWwJkb

'Burned and destroyed': Locals and tourists describe Mexico unrest

Violence has erupted across several states in Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho was killed on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ScTaHi0

Zelensky tells BBC Putin has started WW3 and must be stopped

Ukraine's president sat down with the BBC's Jeremy Bowen in Kyiv days before the four-year anniversary of the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IWwJqkb

Are you cut out for living and working in Antarctica?

Jobs are available on the icy continent for chefs, plumbers, carpenters and even hairdressers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wz6rV9b

Zelensky tells BBC Putin has started WW3 and must be stopped

Ukraine's president sat down with the BBC's Jeremy Bowen in Kyiv days before the four-year anniversary of the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IWwJqkb

'Affront to humanity': Sudan slams Uganda for hosting RSF paramilitary boss

Sudan accuses Uganda of flouting international law by meeting Rapid Support Forces boss Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cduh2Xw

Once mocked for being tacky, this Korean music genre is making a comeback

The traditional South Korean popular music genre is making headlines in the country once again. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x612sNg

Giant tortoises return to Galápagos island after nearly 200 years

One hundred and fifty eight captive-bred juvenile tortoises were released on the Galápagos island of Floreana. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qw07vAY

Giant tortoises return to Galápagos island after nearly 200 years

The native species was driven to extinction by sailors in the 1800s. Now, 158 juvenile giant tortoises have been reintroduced to the island. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pog74uh

Killing of nationalist student leaves French far left in deep trouble as elections loom

Far-left militants are suspected of being behind Quentin Deranque's death and the party of Jean-Luc Mélenchon is being widely condemned. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2FER1yL

Venezuelan opposition politician released after amnesty law passed

Juan Pablo Guanipa announces that he has been freed after "almost nine months" of imprisonment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oD2rUnF

Veteran dissident who refused exile released

Mikola Statkevich, who spent more than five years in prison in his native Belarus, is now recovering from a stroke at home, his wife says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8FmKlkg

US build-up of warships and fighter jets tracked near Iran

A second US aircraft carrier appears to be heading towards the Middle East, as Washington puts pressure on Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ynDl7J0

Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK

The US president says "it will be a blight on our great ally" if the islands are handed over to Mauritius. from BBC News https://ift.tt/laODg7q

You're never too old, says dancer, 71, cast in Taylor Swift video

Denise Sides was selected from hundreds of applicants to take part in the Opalite video. from BBC News https://ift.tt/csBdJIi

Turkey's president rejects Israel's recognition of Somaliland

He made the comment on an official visit to Ethiopia, saying it could prove dangerous for a volatile region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3rSpXFR

Wave of arrests over killing of French nationalist piles pressure on far left

Eleven people are in detention in connection with the killing of far-right student activist Quentin Deranque. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Re85dk2

Police identify suspect in Rhode Island ice rink shooting

Two people were killed and three others were injured at a shooting at a high school hockey game in Pawtucket. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fDFMWwR

'It's never too late': Savannah Guthrie's new plea for mother's release as FBI analyses glove

The FBI says it recovered a DNA sample from the glove, which was found in a field a few miles from Guthrie's home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1LVKY9Z

US attorney general criticised after saying all Epstein files have been released

Lawmakers, including those who wrote the law requiring their publication, argue the release is insufficient. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IJeRtgs

Motorbike raids on villages kill dozens in Nigeria

Armed men shot locals dead, set homes alight and abducted an "undetermined" number of people in Niger State. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BpWNQ4g

What is the dart frog toxin allegedly used to kill Alexei Navalny?

The toxin, epibatidine, can be found in frogs in the wild in South America or manufactured in a lab. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ajb29sX

Watch: Moment crew docks at International Space Station

The crew blasted off from Cape Canaveral in a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft atop a Falcon 9 rocket. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x1fnKjL

Six possible effects of Trump's climate policy change

The announcement on Thursday removes the legal bedrock for much of US environmental legislation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gmY5E8F

Indian man admits plot to kill US-based Sikh separatist leader

Nikhil Gupta faces a possible 40-year sentence in a murder-for-hire plot targeting Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C4r0u7i

Bangladesh Nationalist Party sweeps to victory in first election since Gen Z uprising

Voters are hoping for a return to democracy after 15 years of authoritarian rule under Sheikh Hasina. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oHOCTMN

Leak damages 19th Century painting in latest Louvre setback

A catalogue of incidents at the world's most visited museum have placed museum bosses come under increasing scrutiny. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6QrWhC9

'My son is dead': Swiss bar owners confronted by fire victim families

Jessica and Jacques Moretti are under criminal investigation for involuntary manslaughter, as well as bodily harm and arson through negligence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p81NdK7

The Dutch love four-day working weeks, but are they sustainable?

The Netherlands has the lowest working hours in Europe, but some say it is harming its economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CwKTAO9

Police identify 18-year-old as suspect in Tumbler Ridge shooting

Six people were killed and at least 25 others were injured at a school, and two others were found dead at a nearby home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QGu92HP

Four takeaways from Pam Bondi's fiery Epstein testimony

Lawmakers accused Bondi's justice department of making improper redactions to Epstein files as she fired back. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lvFBVMj

Kenya to confront Russia over 'unacceptable' use of its nationals in combat

Nairobi says it has shut down illegal recruiters and will urge Moscow to sign a deal banning conscription. from BBC News https://ift.tt/obGcFpe

Canadian mining firm says its abducted workers found dead in Mexico

Vizsla Silver Corp says that family members of some of the kidnapped workers have informed the company that their relatives were found dead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EgxkulX

Bad Bunny makes history as Trump criticises 'terrible' Super Bowl show

Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny makes history with his entirely Spanish set on the sporting world's biggest stage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AaUNci1

No big names. No big budget. But Heated Rivalry is a big hit

The made-on-a-shoe-string, Canadian-produced series is taking the world by storm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9QsayYG

Will Sunday's snap election gamble pay off for Japan's first female premier?

Sanae Takaichi is popular - but inflation and a diplomatic row with China weigh on voters' minds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aduOMy1

The woman tasked with kicking Australian kids off social media

After decades working in the private tech industry, Julia Inman Grant now finds herself on the other side. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u3wqHOv

'I don't want to imagine what happened' - Shock and disbelief in area Nancy Guthrie went missing

The disappearance of the 84-year-old mother of news anchor Savannah Guthrie has left a community searching for clues and hoping for her safe return. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qRPndai

What the Super Bowl means to American fans

NFL fans have flocked to California for Super Bowl LX, where the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will face off at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gh2NkXw

Savannah Guthrie's brother renews plea for proof mother is alive

Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of an NBC News presenter, is believed to have been abducted from her home in Tucson, Arizona. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EdzetiF

Meet the women protecting India's snow leopards

The women brave biting cold to count and conserve a predator once seen as a threat in their villages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5YpDKJO

Trump says America should move on from Epstein - it may not be that easy

The justice department says its review of the files is over, but the story is again proving to have a life of its own. from BBC News https://ift.tt/U4JjcRH

Fears of new arms race as US-Russia nuclear weapons treaty due to expire

The New Start treaty has limited the number of deployed strategic nuclear warheads for both countries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tFQ3Idm

Gazans returning through Rafah crossing describe checks by Palestinian militia

One Palestinian woman said members of the Israel-linked militia searched them and their belongings at an Israeli checkpoint inside Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FmZaqBJ

Shanties in a Lagos lagoon: Bulldozed and burnt

Residents suspect the demolitions are aimed at gentrifying the waterfront in Nigeria's biggest city, but officials deny this. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2b1OjUD

BBC reports from Oslo court ahead of rape trial of Crown Princess's son

Norway's royal family has been embroiled in recent scandals, including Crown Princess Mette-Marit links with Epstein. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bKv7HtZ

Ghana suspends citizenship process for people of African descent

Since 2016, those who can prove their ancestors came from Africa have been able to get Ghanaian nationality. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t0fvnId

Three West African juntas have turned to Russia. Now the US wants to engage them

The US signals that restoring democracy is no longer a priority and it is ready to work with Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q94n5Rw

Teenager dies from Swiss bar fire injuries, bringing death toll to 41

The 18-year-old Swiss national died at a hospital in Zurich, the local prosecutor said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fEMcZ7b

US government partially shuts down despite last minute funding deal

The soonest the US House of Representatives can vote on the funding deal and end the shutdown is Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kVsN0SR

Music legend Fela Kuti becomes first African to get Grammys Lifetime Achievement Award

Almost 30 years after he died, the Nigerian will posthumously receive a Lifetime Achievement Award. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M0adUtO

Syrian government reaches deal with Kurdish-led forces

The deal will see the gradual integration of Kurdish forces and administration into the Syrian state. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WQ7yORn

'I can breathe again' says Israeli hostage held for nearly 500 days in Gaza

In his first international interview, Sasha Troufanov tells the BBC how he thought he would die in captivity after he was taken hostage on 7 October 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fWiJPSd

Talks ramp up to avert US government shutdown after Minneapolis shooting

Democrats are pushing to remove funding for the Department of Homeland Security unless new measures are implemented. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Er1Rz7l

'I don't let bullies win,' says US congresswoman Omar after substance thrown at her

The Minnesota Democrat was uninjured and continued to speak at her event, after being sprayed with an unidentified liquid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YsxLVdX

During heated hearing, Rubio insists US action in Venezuela will lead to prosperity and security

The US Secretary of State remained robustly on message when asked about the legality of Maduro's removal, plans for oil sales, and the future of Venezuela. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4jcOVAx

Iran's internet is returning - but not for everyone

The country cut off internet access on 8 January following a government crackdown on protesters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TOy2lAr

Firefighters battle 'emergency level' blazes in Australia heatwave

Firefighters in Victoria are battling at least six major fires amid a record-breaking heatwave. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YCBJRxX

India and EU announce 'mother of all trade deals'

The long-awaited deal comes as both Delhi and Brussels contend with economic and geopolitical pressure from the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7BDo6jI

Spain slashes speed limit on popular train route after fault found

The discovery of a crack on the Madrid-Barcelona line follows two recent deadly crashes in the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NJ4Pmab

Trump abandons attack mode as Minneapolis shooting backlash grows

The White House has shifted how it talks about Alex Pretti's killing as more Republicans express concern over the deadly encounter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q1TRNDS

Kenya's ex-deputy president alleges assassination attempt in church attack

The interior minister condemned the attack, which police say they are investigating. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7jbiET1

Party backed by generals set for landslide as 'sham' Myanmar election ends

Many parties were banned and there was no voting in about half the country which is gripped by fear and civil war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BYkFIT7

Cyclist wins Australia race despite being knocked off by Kangaroo

Australian Jay Vine wins the Tour Down Under - despite being knocked off his bike in a crash caused by a kangaroo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3EQdHBJ

Germany arrests suspected Hamas member over alleged attack plot

The Lebanese man helped helped plan attacks on Jewish and Israeli institutions in Europe, prosecutors say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ONoWMF8

How Soviet urban planning is helping Russia freeze Ukraine

Thousands of people are affected when heating plants are targeted by Russian forces. from BBC News https://ift.tt/38bOJDW

Stuck between the US and Russia, Canada must prove it can defend its Arctic territory

Canada has been boosting its forces in the Arctic in the face of new threats - and US concerns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HLJfSzB

Danish PM in Greenland for 'show of support' after Trump threats

Mette Frederiksen visits the territory after weeks of tension over the US president's warnings that he could take control of it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vhnkd1F

Rapid rollback of Kurdish-led forces reshapes Sharaa's Syria

The retreat of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in the north-east marks the biggest change of control in Syria since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qLDE4KY

UK holds off joining Trump's Board of Peace over Putin concerns

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says the Russian president has shown no commitment to peace in Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wzQU3f2

What we know about Spain's worst rail disaster in over a decade

What caused the train to derail remains unclear but officials say an investigation has been launched. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sgVajfp

Cow astonishes scientists with rare use of tools

The discovery suggests cows may have far greater cognitive abilities than previously assumed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JsNp1th

New ceasefire in Syria after Kurdish-led forces pull out of camp for IS families

The government announces a four-day ceasefire with the SDF, which says it was "compelled" to withdraw its fighters from al-Hol camp. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zJcj27e

Ukraine's parliament and half of Kyiv with no heating after Russian strikes

President Zelensky says Russia has started using "far more" ballistic missiles in its attacks on Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nV1KLaq

Trump says he will '100%' carry out Greenland tariffs threat, as EU vows to protect its interests

Kaja Kallas, the EU's foreign policy chief, said the bloc has "no interest to pick a fight, but we will hold our ground". from BBC News https://ift.tt/6d3uFV7

At the scene of Spain's worst rail disaster in over a decade

The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe visited the scene, where a large police cordon is in place. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tWP1iyD

EU weighs response to Trump's tariff threat over Greenland

Europe is split between hitting back at Trump's tariff threat or holding fire to avoid a damaging trade war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ynQGqcx

'Europe won't be blackmailed,' Danish PM says in wake of Trump Greenland threats

The US president threatens to impose tariffs on countries that oppose his plans to take over the territory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vC1Gqxt

Trump tariff threat over Greenland 'unacceptable', European leaders say

The US president says several European allies opposed to his plans to buy Greenland will face 10% tariffs from February. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vK7Zf5b

What a seventh term for 81-year-old leader means for Uganda

Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HEhyz1m

CIA director had two-hour meeting with new Venezuelan leader in Caracas

The pair discussed economic opportunities and preventing Venezuela becoming a place for "America's adversaries", a US official said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W82Qbih

'Anger and frustration': BBC reports from Iranian-Armenian border

BBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from the Iranian-Armenian border as internet shutdown continues following deadly protests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DzlXfgu

US forces seize a sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker in Caribbean Sea

The tanker, Veronica, was seized in a predawn operation "without incident", the US military's Southern Command says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nOx1REj

Tehran morgue videos show the brutality of Iran's crackdown on protesters

Distressing footage reveals nearly 200 bodies with one victim identified as young as 16. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kdR06fe

A crumbling system is depriving India's young offenders of a 'second chance'

Experts say that children in conflict with the law are being let down by India's juvenile justice system. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FO51qcz

'Now there's the threat of executions' in Iran

An Iranian security official says 2,000 people have been killed so far after a crackdown on weeks of anti-government protests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Un0zNZu

Referee and student among hundreds killed in Iran protests

More than 500 people have been killed during anti-government protests, a US-based human rights group says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mht1Dea

Jailed Venezuelan politician's son says Trump shouldn't be 'fooled' by pledge of prisoner releases

Ramón Guanipa's father was accused of treason for challenging the disputed 2024 presidential election result. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I6GEaey

'They just kept killing': Eyewitnesses describe deadly crackdown in Iran

The BBC has received eyewitness accounts of security forces attacking anti-government protesters across the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lrH5Lb8

Watch: Backlash against Musk's Grok AI explained

Technology editor Zoe Kleinman explains the row over changes made by X to it's Grok AI image edits, after the UK government called it "insulting". from BBC News https://ift.tt/cQDYUC3

Thousands of tourists stranded in Lapland as cold grounds flights

All flights out of Kittila airport in northern Finland were cancelled on Sunday with temperatures falling as low as -38C. from BBC News https://ift.tt/stabeq7

Swiss search souls and question government after ski resort fire

The New Year's Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana killed 40 people and injured 116. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A0iq5zH

US seizes fifth oil tanker linked to Venezuela, officials say

The tanker, the Olina, is on multiple countries' sanctions list and is "suspected of carrying embargoed oil", US officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xOWb6j7

EU reaches long-sought South America trade deal

Some farmers in Europe opposed the deal, but the EU Commission said it had listened to their concerns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g1HvqBp

'How do we look Indian?': Student's killing puts spotlight on racism in India

The murder of Anjel Chakma has triggered protests in India and revived demands for an anti-racism law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rqm92b3

Minnesota officials say FBI blocked their access to ICE shooting probe

Hundreds of people have taken to the streets of Minneapolis to protest the killing of 37-year-old Renee Good. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wxBsIou

Two starkly opposed Americas laid bare by deadly ICE shooting

The incident is threatening to inflame a deeply contentious debate over immigration enforcement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IiqkvR8

Tracking the oil tankers seized by the US

The US has announced the seizure of two oil tankers: the Marinera formerly known as the Bella 1 in the North Atlantic and the Sophia in international waters near the Caribbean. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dG7kYI4

Thousands flee clashes between Syrian government and Kurdish fighters in Aleppo

At least 12 people have reportedly been killed in the city, where the army is demanding Kurdish fighters leave two neighbourhoods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7lWsqJZ

US seizes two 'shadow fleet' tankers linked to Venezuelan oil

The ships were boarded by US forces in predawn operations in the North Atlantic and the Caribbean Sea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Eu7yvjc

UN rights chief says Israeli policy in West Bank 'resembles apartheid system'

Israel says Volker Türk's office makes "absurd" accusations in a report that details what the UN calls "systemic discrimination" against Palestinians. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0gytEG8

'It seems unjust to me' - Views on Maduro's seizure from Caracas

BBC Mundo has spoken to Venezuelans in the country's capital about the latest US military operation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IU421K7

US may intercept and seize oil tanker heading for Europe, reports say

US officials have a warrant to seize the Russian-flagged ship accused of breaking sanctions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9XhdxNA

Watch: What it was like in the courtroom at Maduro's hearing

The BBC's Madeline Halpert was inside the room as the former Venezuelan president addressed the judge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nndt2UJ

US sharply criticised by foes and friends over Maduro seizure

The US taking of Venezuela's leader has faced strong criticism from both America's friends and foes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PCyZjXc

At least 30 killed in attack on Nigeria village

It is the latest in a spate of violent attacks in Niger state, and comes a day after officials said schools could reopen following a mass abduction last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PLCWUVk

Can Maduro's trusted lieutenant now work for Trump?

Delcy Rodríguez, a close ally of captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, has been named interim president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q0Y8u7v

Saudi Arabia calls for Yemeni factions to attend 'dialogue' in Riyadh

It comes after clashes and an independence bid in southern Yemen bring Saudi and UAE-backed forces into confrontation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iJNsIBj

Missile attack on Kharkiv kills two including child, authorities say

Russian officials say reports of the missile strike are untrue, suggesting the explosion was caused by Ukrainian ammunition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O2LjE91

Four challenges facing New York City Mayor Mamdani

Can the Democratic socialist deliver on the big cost-of-living promises that propelled him to victory? from BBC News https://ift.tt/J86v4dy

How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse

Inside the K-beauty industry that has made South Korea a major player in worldwide beauty market. from BBC News https://ift.tt/My2ANwf

Watch: Earthquake interrupts Mexico's president during press conference

The 6.5 magnitude trembler shook buildings and set off the country's earthquake alert system. from BBC News https://ift.tt/urpXECY

What images and videos tell us about why Swiss bar fire spread so quickly

How the blaze took hold with such ferocity, killing at least 40 people and leaving many more critically injured, is now a key focus for officials. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uPyYt7D

Americans brace to start New Year without healthcare

More than 20 million Americans are preparing for steeper healthcare costs in the New Year because of expiring subsidies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V0uOhzD