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BBC News - World
Iran accuses US of 'reckless military adventure' -- Abbas Araghchi says the US attacks each time there is a diplomatic solution on the table.
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International cyber attack disrupts swathe of universities and schools -- A hacking group breached the academic software Canvas, used by thousands of schools and universities across the globe.1 day ago
Greece examines mystery naval drone found in Ionian Sea -- Greek media say the drone, which reportedly had explosives, could be either Ukrainian or linked to the Russia-Ukraine war.21 hours ago
Hovering objects and flashing lights: what we learned from UFO documents released by the Pentagon -- The US has published transcripts, video clips and audio recordings about unidentified flying objects. -- US & Canada5 hours ago
Australia's right-wing One Nation party scores historic parliamentary win -- One Nation gains its first seat in the lower house, in a by-election seen as a key test for the populist party.1 hour ago
Three dead after volcano erupts on Indonesian island -- Officials had previously issued warnings on climbing the active volcano due to safety concerns.1 day ago
White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor's Trump grave post -- The Star Wars actor apologised and deleted the post, which contained an AI image of the president in a shallow grave.1 day ago
Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait -- US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.1 day ago
South Africa president faces call to resign after court ruling -- The Constitutional Court says MPs were was wrong to block impeachment proceedings against Cyril Ramaphosa.1 day ago
Return of IS-linked families sparks debate in terror-traumatised Australia -- Most Australians do not want the women and children to come home, but advocates say they're in danger.20 hours ago
Move over matcha. Hojicha is coming to a cafe near you -- From lattes to ice-cream, the Japanese tea is popping up more and more on menus across the UK.10 hours ago
Anti-work anthems, Boy George and controversial lyrics: A guide to all 35 Eurovision songs -- From dancefloor bangers to heartfelt ballads, here are the highlights and low points of Eurovision.16 hours ago
From trusted aide to biggest rival: Suvendu Adhikari becomes West Bengal chief minister -- A former ally of Mamata Banerjee, the BJP leader will be West Bengal's next chief minister.7 hours ago
Worldwide race to trace passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship -- About 12 countries have so far been linked to the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius, as the UN health agency confirms at least five cases.1 day ago
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.3 hours ago
Return of Palestine Marathon attracts thousands of runners -- Thousands of people have taken part in the Palestine Marathon, which returns to Bethlehem after a two-year pause over the Gaza War.22 hours ago
Huge plumes of ash rise as Indonesia's Mount Dukono erupts -- Officials said the group had been hiking up the active volcano despite a climbing ban.1 day ago
Marco Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump over Iran war -- Leo, the first American pontiff, drew Trump's ire after becoming a firm critic of the war and the administration's hardline immigration policies.1 day ago
Crowds cheer China's new snooker star on return from championship win -- Wu Yize, 22, receives a rock star's welcome after becoming second-youngest player to win a world title.1 day ago
'I will serve not rule over Hungary,' says new PM -- Nearly a month ago Péter Magyar steered his Tisza party to a landslide victory, sweeping away 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán.35 minutes ago
WHO chief reassures Tenerife residents ahead of arrival of virus-hit cruise ship -- "This is not another Covid," Tedros Ghebreyesus tells islanders before MV Hondius docks on Sunday.1 hour ago
Putin denounces Nato at scaled back Victory Day parade -- The Russian leader used his annual speech to justify his so-called special military operation in Ukraine.7 hours ago
Japanese council votes to remove unconscious mayor -- Kikuo Hatakeyama, 72, has served as the mayor of Hachirogata in north-east Japan since 2008, but fell ill in February.3 hours ago
The UFO community has been waiting for answers. Has the Pentagon delivered? -- Those within the UFO community spent their day scrutinizing the new documents, images and videos released by the Pentagon.12 hours ago
Anger and resignation in Tenerife as hantavirus ship approaches -- Some on the Spanish island worry the imminent arrival of the MV Hondius could pose a health risk.7 hours ago