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Pope wanted to work until the end, archbishop tells BBC -- In an exclusive interview with the BBC, Archbishop Paul Gallagher says Pope Francis preferred to "die with his boots on".
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Diddy lawyers argue 'swinger lifestyle' not a crime ahead of trial -- The rapper's attorneys say his sexual encounters were appropriate, and deny they amount to sex trafficking. -- US & Canada3 hours ago
Love on the Spectrum cast questions RFK Jr's comments about autistic people -- Robert F Kennedy said people with autism "will never pay taxes, they'll never hold a job, they'll never play baseball," in remarks that are now being criticised. -- US & Canada3 hours ago
Trump administration reverses termination of visas for foreign students -- US & Canada3 hours ago
Mangione pleads not guilty to federal murder charge over CEO's killing -- US & Canada3 hours ago
Pope Francis's funeral presents chance for 'brush-by' diplomacy -- There may be opportunities for impromptu diplomacy at one of the largest gatherings of world leaders in years.5 hours ago
Pope Francis's funeral: A visual guide -- The procession, the ancient rituals and the symbolic changes - how Pope Francis will make his final journey.11 hours ago
Pope Francis's nephew remembers father figure 'Uncle Jorge' -- José Ignacio Bergoglio tells the BBC of the special relationship he had with his uncle who became Pope Francis.8 hours ago
Israel's muted response to Pope Francis's death signals tensions over Gaza -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office has sent condolences four days after the Pope's death.5 hours ago
'They destroyed our history': How war ravaged Sudan's museums -- Sudan's national museum is among the institutions that have been looted and vandalised during the war.1 hour ago
Mass food poisonings cast shadow over Indonesia's free school meals -- Nearly 80 students across two high schools fell sick after eating the meals this week. -- Asia1 day ago
Can Trump serve a third term as US president? -- Donald Trump is selling "Trump 2028" caps, and he's suggested there may be a loophole to the two-term limit.11 hours ago
Could South America benefit from Trump's trade tariffs? -- Countries in the continent may see exports rise as both the US and China need new suppliers.43 minutes ago
Why Trump keeps attacking the US central bank -- The US central bank is one of Trump's favourite punching bags. But how serious is the threat?9 hours ago
Watch: What do Americans make of the Canadian election?5 hours ago
BBC reporter asks Trump how Canada's election could influence tariffs2 days ago
Reeves: There is a deal to be done with the US16 hours ago
What would it mean for Ukraine to temporarily give up land?9 hours ago
What do Canadians really care about (beyond Trump)15 hours ago
Six police officers killed in Thailand plane crash -- The small plane hit the water around 100 metres from the shore near a coastal resort.5 hours ago
'My bananas were seized and destroyed' - Malawi-Tanzania trade row escalates -- Following the crackdown, some traders have resorted to selling their goods in secret, the BBC hears.8 hours ago
Senior Russian general killed by car bomb in Moscow -- Authorities confirm the general, Yaroslav Moskalik, was part of the Russian delegation for the 2015 Minsk agreements.5 hours ago
Sudanese eating charcoal and leaves to survive, aid agency warns -- People are trekking under "blistering" heat to escape "horrific circumstances", the BBC is told.11 hours ago
Warhol print accidentally thrown away by Dutch town hall -- A print of Queen Beatrix is among 46 artworks officials fear will never be recovered.43 minutes ago
California passes Japan as fourth largest economy -- The US state expresses worries that President Donald Trump's tariffs could stunt future growth.3 hours ago
Virginia Giuffre, Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein accuser, dies by suicide1 hour ago
How much has Elon Musk's Doge cut from US government spending?3 hours ago
Russia and Ukraine 'very close to a deal', says Trump3 hours ago
Border officers saw a couple behaving oddly with a baby - and uncovered a mystery3 hours ago
All smiles in the Kremlin as Putin sits down with Trump's deal-maker3 hours ago
Stunt pilot Rob Holland killed in plane crash before air show1 hour ago
Ex-congressman George Santos sentenced to seven years in prison11 hours ago
Police fatally shoot man at Toronto's international airport1 day ago
US judge arrested after allegedly obstructing immigration agents10 hours ago
Who is going to the Pope's funeral?3 hours ago
Eubank accuses Benn and team of 'derailing' weight cut -- Chris Eubank Jr suggests he wasn't allowed to urinate as he narrowly missed weight for his fight with Conor Benn.5 hours ago
Why Barcelona v Real Madrid won't just define trophies, but trajectories - Saturday's Copa del Rey final between Barcelona and Real Madrid is about more than just the trophy, writes Guillem Balague. 10 hrs ago - European Football1 hour ago
PSG beaten as Nice ruin dream of unbeaten league season - Paris St-Germain's bid to complete the first ever unbeaten Ligue 1 season ends with four games left as they lose at home to Nice.5 hours ago
Liverpool have 'big responsibility' to win title at Anfield - Slot -- Liverpool manager Arne Slot says his team have a "big responsibility" to secure the club's 20th top-flight title against Tottenham at Anfield.15 hours ago
Palmer's goalless run a mental thing - Maresca -- Chelsea forward Cole Palmer's recent struggles on the pitch are "a mental thing", says boss Enzo Maresca.5 hours ago
Real Madrid dismiss cup final fears after referee's tears -- The man who will referee Saturday's El Clasico Copa del Rey final breaks down in tears - and Real Madrid hit back at his comments.5 hours ago
FA Cup or Champions League qualification - which means more? -- As Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa and Man City play in the FA Cup semi-finals this weekend, what's more important - a trophy or a place in the Champions League?20 hours ago