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BBC News - World
Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani in critical condition in hospital -- The long-time champion of Trump and former New York mayor is in hospital, according to his spokesman. -- US & Canada
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LIVE - US says military and cargo ships transit Strait of Hormuz after Trump's vow to free stranded ships - Iran responded to Trump's "Project Freedom" by threatening to attack US forces. Cargo ships from the UAE and South Korea have reported being hit in the strait on Monday.19 minutes ago
Ukrainian drone hits upmarket Moscow high-rise ahead of Victory Day celebrations -- The attack comes as the Kremlin prepares to hold a scaled-back military parade on Saturday.5 hours ago
European leaders converge on Armenia as Russia looks on -- Two European summits are being held in a country long considered Russia's closest ally in the region.15 hours ago
Antisemitism 'allowed to come into the open' says Bondi victim's daughter -- Sheina Gutnick was the first person to give evidence at the royal commission investigating the attack.10 hours ago
North Korean side to make rare trip to South Korea -- A team of North Korean footballers will make a rare visit to South Korea later this month.2 hours ago
Russian strikes kill 10 as Zelensky says Ukraine hits oil tankers and terminal -- Fatalities have been reported around Ukraine as Kyiv says Russian "shadow fleet" tankers were hit by drones.1 day ago
New alliances shakes up Nigerian political landscape -- Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, who came third and fourth respectively in the last elections, switch parties.4 hours ago
Police officer lowered into crocodile-infested river to recover human remains -- Police suspect the human remains belong to a businessman swept away by floodwater last week.23 hours ago
Amsterdam bans public adverts for meat and fossil fuels -- Local politicians say the move is in line with the Dutch capital's environmental targets.15 hours ago
BBC uncovers the scammers exploiting dogs to elicit donations from animal lovers -- Unwitting donors hand over money to save suffering animals but Ugandan con artists pocket the cash.2 hours ago
Met Gala 2026: How to watch, the price of tickets and this year's theme -- Beyoncé, who last attended the Met Gala in 2016, is returning as a co-chair of fashion's biggest night.2 hours ago
Kenya battles to stop the 'goons and guns' as fears of political violence grow -- More than 100 gangs are operating nationwide as the growing use of political thugs raises fears of election violence.1 day ago
Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing? -- How much Donald Trump can do with the time he has left as president will depend massively on the cost of living.1 day ago
Laufey on making jazz cool again (and the fish that brought out her inner rage) -- The Icelandic star reflects on a phenomenal year, and the music video that let her go "primal".1 day ago
Huge crowd attends free Shakira Copacabana beach concert -- Shakira's appearance followed shows by Lady Gaga and Madonna, who have also performed on Copacabana beach in previous years.1 day ago
How we reported in -30C temperatures in Canada's Arctic -- BBC's Nadine Yousif and Eloise Alanna spent five days travelling with the country's military rangers through frostbite and sub-zero temperatures.1 day ago
New CCTV footage appears to shows when shots were fired at Washington press dinner -- The video was released after claims that a secret service member sustained injuries in an act of 'friendly fire'.3 days ago
Why is China banning drone sales in Beijing? -- The BBC's Laura Bicker looks into why China has tightened regulations on drones, with authorities citing public safety concerns.4 days ago
Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship -- The operator of the MV Hondius ship says a Dutch husband and wife, as well as a German national, have died but the cause has not yet been established.1 hour ago
What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' aimed to help stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz -- What does the operation entail and could it lead to a resumption of hostilities?2 hours ago
Moment United Airlines flight strikes vehicle during landing -- Flight 169 from Venice, Italy, landed safely at Newark Airport with no reported injuries among the 231 passengers and crew. The lorry driver sustained minor injuries.1 hour ago
Israeli attacks kill dozens within days in Lebanon despite ceasefire -- The health ministry says 77 people have been killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon since Thursday.1 hour ago
At least 10 injured in shooting at lake party in Oklahoma, police say -- The shooting took place near Arcadia Lake, in Edmond, at around 21:00 local time on Sunday, police say.2 hours ago
Modi's BJP conquers Bengal, one of India's toughest political frontiers -- West Bengal's verdict could reshape not just the state's politics, but the future trajectory of Modi's BJP.2 hours ago
Nigeria plans to repatriate nationals willing to leave South Africa after attacks -- There has been a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, some of which have turned violent.7 hours ago