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BBC News - World
Iran faces 'greatest financial offensive ever', says US treasury secretary - Scott Bessent says the US will sever all economic ties with the country and that any nation partnering with Iran financially will also be isolated. 3 hrs ago - Business
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UK PM Burnham vows support for Ukraine despite 'outrageous threats' from Russia -- It comes after Moscow warned of "consequences" over the reported use of British drones by Ukraine. -- Europe44 minutes ago
King of Norway's health has worsened, palace says -- Norway's King Harald remains in hospital receiving antibiotics for a bloodstream bacterial infection. -- Europe5 hours ago
Tens of thousands urged to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada -- The blaze, which officials say was caused by people, was first reported on Saturday morning and Nevada's governor has declared a state of emergency.2 hours ago
Russia's second-biggest online retailer targeted in Ukrainian strikes - Ozon says its warehouses across southern Russia, including in Dagestan and Krasnodar, were hit in the overnight strikes. 6 hrs ago - Europe44 minutes ago
Trump threatens new tariffs on Canadian vehicles after trade talks collapse -- Prime Minister Mark Carney has promised "dollar for dollar" retaliatory measures to counter US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian goods.2 hours ago
Nearly three million Teslas recalled in China over hidden door handles -- Other brands affected by the recall include Chinese carmakers XPeng, Xiaomi and Geely.11 hours ago
Sonya Massey's killer Sean Grayson dies in US prison -- The former police officer, whose crime reignited the debate about US police brutality, was undergoing treatment for cancer.3 hours ago
Four arrested over suspected poisoning of elephants in Kenya -- An investigation is looking into whether the deaths were caused by pesticides sprayed on tomato crops.5 hours ago
China probes use of formaldehyde to keep cabbages fresh -- Using the carcinogen to preserve food is prohibited in China, the world's largest producer of cabbages.10 hours ago
Divorce, smartphones and control - BBC sees how Taliban run Afghanistan -- Five years after the Taliban's return, the BBC follows senior figures as the group reshapes the country.11 hours ago
'Half my business will be gone' - firms in Canada and US fear trade war -- Business owners in both countries are navigating uncertainty and worry as the tit-for-tat import taxes ratchet up.5 hours ago
Australian shark attack victim grateful for 'second chance at life' -- Leah Stewart was mauled by a shark in June, suffering multiple bites to her arms and legs.15 hours ago
The formidable challenges facing new Tata boss -- Corporate India's most coveted top job is open. But finding a new leader for Tata Sons is no easy task.6 hours ago
Robot boxing, football and sprinting at World Humanoid Games -- The second-edition of the five-day competition kicked off in Beijing, China, on Saturday.1 day ago
'Scared to death': Thousands evacuate Nevada homes as wildfire spreads -- Tens of thousands of people in the US state have been warned to evacuate as the wildfire spreads in the outskirts of Reno.6 hours ago
Is UK's Storm Shadow missile a game changer for Ukraine? -- Correspondent Joe Inwood breaks down the weapons technology that could make a difference in the Russia-Ukraine war.1 hour ago
What do locals think of IndyCar in Washington DC? -- US President Donald Trump was among hundreds of people who gathered to see the race through Washington DC streets on Sunday.11 hours ago
Watch: Moment humanoid robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m record -- The robot ran the distance in 9.39 seconds at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.1 day ago
Trump Mobile promoted a 'Made in the USA' phone - but the details kept changing -- BBC Verify tracks the changes in design, spec, manufacture and release date of the T1 phone from Trump Mobile.1 day ago
Prince Harry steps down from African wildlife charity board -- Last year the organisation African Parks admitted human rights abuses were committed by its rangers in Congo-Brazzaville.1 hour ago
Zambia courts sealed off as election petition deadline looms -- Preparations for President Hakainde Hichilema's second inauguration appear to be continuing.6 hours ago
Israel warns of 'forceful' response to kites flown from Gaza -- Hamas says the kites found in Israeli border communities in recent days were launched by children in Gaza.2 hours ago
'101-year-old great-grandmother' arrested for selling cannabis in Nigeria -- Esther Ogunmabo is accused of selling "retail sachets" of a strain of cannabis known as skunk.2 hours ago
Crash involving coach carrying German students injures 16 -- Eight people, including the driver of a delivery van, are seriously hurt, police say.3 hours ago
UK missiles offer may help Ukraine - but they are not what Zelensky needs most -- UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is handing over blueprints so Kyiv can build its own long-range missiles.3 hours ago