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BBC News - World
Workers paint Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool blue -- The renovation of the Washington DC monument is one of President Trump's efforts to beautify the capital ahead of the nation's 250th birthday.
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Army parachutes onto remote island to help Briton with suspected hantavirus -- The specialist team parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha, a remote British overseas territory, to treat them.5 hours ago
Israel deports two activists detained on board Gaza flotilla -- Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Ávila were detained by Israel after sailing in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla.6 hours ago
Dress made from 500 loaves stuns African film awards -- Celebrities, filmmakers and creators put up a performance at Africa's biggest night of film and fashion.1 hour ago
Lebanon says Israeli strikes killed 39 -- Israel and Hezbollah have continued to trade fire despite a ceasefire deal being announced last month. -- Middle East5 hours ago
Suspected boat explosion injures 11 in Miami -- Officials are investigating what caused the incident at a popular marina in southern Florida.2 hours ago
Buddhist monk arrested over alleged rape of teen in Sri Lanka -- The Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Thero holds one of the most revered positions in the Buddhist world.14 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 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.1 day ago
Iran demands guarantees for World Cup participation -- The Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) has presented Fifa with 10 conditions for participation at the World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada.23 hours ago
Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it -- Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.16 hours ago
Steve Rosenberg: This year's Victory Day parade in Moscow felt very different -- The BBC's Russia editor reports from a Red Square with none of the military hardware which the Kremlin normally showcases to project power internationally.1 day ago
Why Canada is seeing its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 years -- The country has seen its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 years, a major turnaround after years of falling behind on defence capabilities.18 hours ago
How could extreme weather affect World Cup 2026? -- With almost a month to go until the start of the World Cup, Simon King looks ahead to the weather's potential to disrupt the tournament this summer.11 hours ago
Indian model's understated Met Gala debut revives debate on cultural representation -- Bhavitha Mandava's Met Gala debut has brought a new wave of attention to her - and to her understated aesthetic.18 hours 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.1 day 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.2 days 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.2 days 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.2 days 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.2 days ago
Irish passengers from virus-hit ship flying home -- An Irish Air Corps jet is bringing home the two Irish passengers from MV Hondius.1 hour ago
Iran sends response to US proposals to end war -- No details have been released of Iran's response - or the US proposals - designed to bring the war to an end.3 hours ago
Countries airlift nationals evacuated from virus-hit cruise ship -- Spanish passengers are the first to leave the MV Hondius, after an outbreak saw three people die and several infected.1 hour ago
What is hantavirus and how does it spread? -- The Andes strain of the virus, which can rarely be passed from person to person, has been found among passengers of a cruise ship.1 hour ago
Pakistan car bomb attack kills 15 police officers -- A suicide bomber rammed a vehicle loaded with explosives into a checkpoint late on Saturday night, officials say.3 hours ago
Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end' -- The Russian leader sees potential for Ukraine negotiations, but condemns the West's backing for President Zelensky.17 hours ago