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BBC News - World
US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire -- The US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sites. Tehran responds by targeting US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
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Canada bans Texas cattle over flesh-eating screwworm outbreak in US -- The ban came as a second infected calf was identified in Texas, and the US state declaring a state of disaster over the outbreak.7 hours ago
Tributes to Buffy and Ted Lasso star Anthony Head after death aged 72 -- The British actor, who also appeared in Merlin and Little Britain, died of complications from pneumonia.2 hours ago
Rumours and speculation as fans forecast date of Taylor Swift's wedding -- Swifties worldwide are looking for clues about the superstar's nuptials to American football star Travis Kelce.8 hours ago
Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government -- Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third term despite falling domestic support.12 hours ago
Iran's football team granted visas to enter US for World Cup, officials say -- The approval comes just 10 days before the Iranian squad's opening match against New Zealand in Los Angeles.8 hours ago
Palestinian baby killed by Israeli gunfire in West Bank, health ministry says -- The Israeli military says Friday's "incident is under review", expressing "deep sorrow for any harm caused".12 hours ago
Nearly 50 people die of thirst in Sahara desert after lorry breaks down -- Only two survived after trekking more than 50km (30 miles) across the desert to alert the authorities.1 day ago
Putin says there is 'no point' meeting Zelensky over ending Ukraine war -- The Russian president's refusal comes after his Ukrainian counterpart wrote an open letter calling for face-to-face talks.17 hours ago
US stocks slump as fears over Big Tech shake Wall Street -- The Nasdaq saw its biggest daily fall since early 2025.5 hours ago
Ukraine strikes cargo ships and admits Romania drone blast -- Ukraine says it struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and in coastal waters of Russian-occupied territories.20 hours ago
The cash-in-the-sofa saga that just won't go away for South Africa's president -- A committee of MPs has been formed to look at the case against Cyril Ramaphosa, but he may survive a vote.12 hours ago
From Nescafe to Ted Lasso: Anthony Head's life in pictures -- Anthony Head, who first came to public attention for his role in 1980s Nescafe ads, has died at the age of 72.5 hours ago
A sari for Mars: Outfit worn by Indian 'rocket woman' at US museum -- Isro scientist Nandini Harinath wore the sari on the "single most critical day" of India's Mars mission.13 hours ago
Giant banquets rile radical left in France -- The feasting phenomenon run by Le Canon Français has become a hot political issue.7 hours ago
Fall in official Ebola numbers appears to be good news but it's not that simple -- There are now 380 confirmed cases of Ebola in DR Congo, far lower than initial estimates of suspected cases, writes Fergus Walsh.21 hours ago
Is there an AI stock market bubble, and is it ready to burst? -- Despite the Iran war, inflation and debt fears, US markets keep hitting record highs, fueled largely by AI. BBC's Samira Hussain looks into whether that bubble will burst.23 hours ago
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.13 hours ago
'Extremely intelligent' bear on the run in Japan after injuring four people -- Authorities said that a bear in north-east Japan has eluded capture by opening a window.1 day ago
Watch: Guide stranded on Everest for six days rescued -- The BBC's Rajini Vaidyanathan pieces together how events unfolded.1 day ago
'It looks black' - Americans react to Reflecting Pool's completed paint job -- After weeks of renovation, water has begun refilling the historic pool, which has been coated in a colour named "American flag blue".1 day ago
Lebanon says three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on car -- The Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.42 minutes ago
Scores of Ukrainian drones target St Petersburg in attack Russia calls 'unprecedented' -- The regional governor urges residents to remain indoors for the first time since the beginning of the war.42 minutes ago
Man dies after bitten by shark in Western Australia, police say -- The man was spearfishing off Michaelmas Island with his family, according to local reports.3 hours ago
Downing Street hits out after Vance post about Henry Nowak -- The US vice-president wrote the "only response is righteous anger" when referring to Henry Nowak's death on X.8 hours ago