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US kills 14 in strikes on four alleged drug boats in Pacific -- Mexico's navy is searching for the sole survivor of the latest attack on boats the US says were carrying drugs in both the Pacific and Caribbean.

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Trump appeals against conviction in hush-money case -- His lawyers invoked presidential immunity and claimed the prosecution was politically motivated.

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China controls the rare earths the world buys - can Trump's new deals change that? -- The agreements are a clear bid to reduce dependence on China, ahead of a key meeting with Xi Jinping.

22 hours ago

Amazon confirms 14,000 job losses in corporate division -- The company says the opportunities provided by AI means it needs to be "organised more leanly."

19 hours ago

Viktor Orban's dilemma - Russian oil or Trump's favour -- Trump's closest ally in Europe will head to Washington in the midst of a disagreement over Russian oil.

17 hours ago

Blue Jays see off Ohtani to level World Series -- The Toronto Blue Jays tie the best-of-seven World Series at 2-2 after a thumping 6-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in game four.

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Half of US states sue Trump administration over halting food stamps -- The states argue the Trump administration should use an emergency fund for the programme, which helps about 40 million people.

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Texas attorney general sues Tylenol makers over autism claims -- He accuses them of hiding alleged dangers from the drug, following the Trump administration's unproven claim it is linked to autism.

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Trump praises troops and tariffs aboard US carrier in Japan -- Donald Trump is in Japan and will fly to South Korea on Wednesday as part of a whirlwind tour of Asia.

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Dodgers outlast Blue Jays in World Series epic -- Freddie Freeman hits a walk-off home run in the bottom of the 18th inning as the Los Angeles Dodgers took a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven World Series, beating the Toronto Blue Jays 6-5 in an epic game.

22 hours ago

Brother of journalist killed in occupied West Bank says new report reveals cover-up -- Shireen Abu Akleh died after she was fired on during a raid at Jenin refugee camp in May 2022.

22 hours ago

Has Trump's 'peace deal' solved the Thailand-Cambodia dispute? -- Donald Trump has claimed to have ended another war, this time between Thailand and Cambodia. But what does this latest agreement actually amount to?

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Resignation, shock, approval: A mix of emotions as East Wing demolished -- The BBC asked people near the White House how they feel about the East Wing coming down to make room for a ballroom.

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'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 Trump last year.

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Satellite images show extent of demolition at the White House -- New satellite images show the White House East Wing has been completely demolished in order to make way for President Trump's ballroom.

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How Trump's comments on East Wing demolition evolved -- The building has been torn down to make way for the construction a new $250m (£186m) ballroom at the White House.

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A humming annoyance or jobs boom? Life next to 199 data centres -- Data centres were billed as a boon to Virginia's economy. Now, residents are concerned about their impact on real estate and electricity costs.

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What's in Reagan advert that's caused US-Canada trade talks collapse? -- Comparing the controversial advert quoting Ronald Reagan on tariffs with his original address.

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'Mind-boggling' poker fraud used X-ray tables, high-tech glasses and NBA players -- Prosecutors said the elaborate plot, which allegedly netted $7m from victims, belonged in a Hollywood film.

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The $500m slugger who helped Canada get to the World Series -- For the first time in 32 years, the Toronto Blue Jays are competing in the World Series, and they have Vladimir Guerrero Jr to thank.

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Warships, fighter jets and the CIA - what is Trump's endgame in Venezuela? -- President Trump says he wants to tackle the drugs trade but many believe he is trying to dislodge President Nicolas Maduro.

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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.

17 hours ago

How a Hollywood tour guide discovered an unknown celebrity grave -- The Bride of Frankenstein actress Elsa Lanchester will be celebrated on October 28, her 123rd birthday.

19 hours ago

Trump does not rule out seeking third term - but says he will not use VP loophole -- Trump rules out running for vice-president, an idea floated by supporters to circumvent the US constitution which bars him from running again.

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Charlie Kirk murder suspect can wear civilian clothes in court, judge says -- The judge acknowledged high interest in the case and cautioned against biasing future jurors.

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'We achieved our goal': Canada's Ford stands firm on Reagan anti-tariff ad -- The advert was viewed one billion times as Trump said he has no plans to meet with Canadian Prime Minister Carney.

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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.

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