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BBC News - World
Discovery of €1.2m jewellery prompts fresh probe into former Spanish PM -- José Luis Rodriguez Zapatero is suspected of being unable to show proof he paid import duties on the jewellery.
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Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa -- Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remaining on concourses.6 minutes ago
Just now -- Warner Bros $111bn sale to Paramount approved by US Justice Department -- The approval marks a key development in the merger that will reshape media, allowing the continue of the takeover of the Hollywood studio, which owns CNN and HBO. -- Just now6 minutes ago
Taylor Swift makes tearful 21-minute speech as she joins Songwriters Hall of Fame -- The singer thanks her family as she becomes the youngest woman to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. -- Culture51 minutes ago
Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies after more than three years in coma -- Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the king's eldest daughter, collapsed in December 2022 while exercising her dogs. -- Asia51 minutes ago
French town buries murdered child as questions mount over police failings -- The prime suspect in the killing of Lyhanna, 11, was reported to police nine months prior but never questioned.5 hours ago
More time needed for deadly Air India crash inquiry, officials say -- A statement says "significant progress" has been made into investigating the crash, in which 260 people died a year ago.6 hours ago
Mother finds body of missing son two days after Kenya's Ebola quarantine centre protests -- Sylvester Muigai Ndung'u was in Nanyuki to fetch a school uniform on Tuesday, his mother says.5 hours ago
'They destroyed the future': Palestinian anger at rise in Israeli demolitions in East Jerusalem -- Palestinian homes are being pulled down in occupied East Jerusalem to make way for a park.16 hours ago
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.4 hours ago
South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss -- The taunting reflects anger from parts of the continent over reports of xenophobia in South Africa.11 hours ago
David Hockney: Art's great innovator whose vivid paintings made him a household name -- The proud Yorkshireman, who also painted iconic pictures of America, was routinely described as Britain's greatest artist.5 hours ago
Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever -- From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.15 hours ago
What do Puerto Ricans think of the viral song about their homeland? -- People from Puerto Rico reflect on how the catchy tune has attracted attention to where they live.5 hours ago
'I will come home safely': Indian sailor's last words to wife before a US strike killed him -- Patnala Suresh and his wife were looking forward to celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary this month.12 hours ago
More than 50 Iranian military bases damaged in US strikes since start of war, satellite images show -- Bases across Iran have been hit by US strikes, with experts identifying damage to jets and warships.22 hours ago
Watch: Four UFO videos newly declassified by US government -- The eyewitness footage shows bright orbs in the sky over an undisclosed location in the northeastern US.6 hours ago
Watch: Three things to know about SpaceX's stock market debut -- The BBC's Samira Hussain explains everything you need to know about SpaceX's historic IPO.12 hours ago
'I was employee number one': SpaceX co-founder reacts to firm's market debut -- The BBC's Michelle Fleury spoke to Tom Mueller, who was one of the company's founders alongside Elon Musk in 2002.15 hours ago
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.21 hours ago
A sneak peek inside Mexico's iconic Azteca Stadium before World Cup kickoff -- The BBC's Will Grant got access inside the renovated venue ahead of the first game of the tournament.1 day ago
Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debut -- Musk is now worth $1.11tn according to the Bloomberg rich list, while SpaceX listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with a value of $2.2tn.27 minutes ago
Deal to end fighting would lead to Hormuz reopening, Iran says -- The deal which will pave the way for hostilities to end is close to being finalised, the US, Iran and mediators Pakistan say.51 minutes ago
ICE detains wife of US veteran in latest detention of military spouse -- Arelys Barahona Martinez was arrested during a check-in, her husband, retired Staff Sgt Warren Trujillo, told the BBC2 hours ago
One dead and at least 10 others wounded in Texas shooting -- There are 11 known victims, local officials said, and the gunman is deceased.3 hours ago
Trump 'anti-weaponisation' fund indefinitely blocked as judge wants guarantee it's abandoned -- The proposed "anti-weaponisation" fund was announced to settle a lawsuit by Trump against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns.4 hours ago
Tornadoes, severe weather hit US Midwest -- Severe weather has torn through the midwest, destroying homes, disrupting flights, and knocking out power for thousands across the region.5 hours ago