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LIVE - Trump says Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by three weeks, but he won't 'rush' Iran deal - Meanwhile, top Iranian figures speak of "iron unity" after Trump's claims that the country's leadership is embroiled in infighting.
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Trump tells BBC that King's visit could 'absolutely' help repair relations with UK -- In a phone interview with the BBC's North America editor, the president discussed next week's visit and his relationship with the UK PM.2 hours ago
Huge chunk of glacier blocks Everest route in peak climbing season -- Sherpas cannot prepare the route to the world's highest peak because a huge block of ice is in the way.10 hours ago
Meta says it will cut 8,000 jobs as AI spending soars -- The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta's largest layoff since 2023.2 hours ago
US boards ship carrying Iran oil as Trump threatens mine-laying vessels -- Central Command said it has intercepted 33 vessels since imposing a blockade on ships coming to and from Iran.5 hours ago
Masked Iranian forces appear to seize ships in staged video -- Analysis indicates that parts of the video appear to have been filmed hours after the ships were reportedly seized.8 hours ago
US soldier charged after winning $400,000 betting on removal of Maduro -- Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says.2 hours ago
Singer D4vd had 'significant amount' of child sex abuse images when arrested, prosecutors say -- The Tiktok star's attorneys have maintained his innocence and vowed to "vigorously defend" him.4 hours ago
Woman killed by bear in Polish forest, son and local government say -- In an extremely rare fatal encounter, the 58-year-old was killed as she was walking in a mountainous area, her son told rescuers.8 hours ago
US government watchdog to investigate Epstein files release -- The justice department's inspector general will review the withholding and overdue release of secret files.7 hours ago
White House memo claims mass AI theft by Chinese firms -- A memo from Michael Kratsios says firms, mainly in China, are wrongfully distilling US AI models.1 hour ago
More than 500 people killed in Tanzania election violence, inquiry finds -- Opposition parties accused security forces but the official report does not say who was responsible.14 hours ago
Headscarf with a beret: Muslim designers showcase floral dresses and boxy streetwear in Paris -- Some young attendees say the event demonstrated a more inclusive French culture taking shape.2 hours ago
A rumour, a lynching in India and a long wait for justice -- A court has convicted 20 people for the 2018 mob lynching of two men falsely accused of kidnapping children.3 hours ago
In Tehran, money is short and a return to war looms over daily life -- The BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from Iran, where the buzz of busy shopping streets masks deep uncertainty over the country's future.15 hours ago
Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage' -- Beatles star reveals all about his new country album, being a Sir and coming up with the phrase A Hard Day's Night.4 hours ago
China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll -- The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.1 day ago
BBC visits migrant camp in northern France as new deal announced -- A proposed three-year deal with Paris is aimed at stopping migrants crossing the Channel on small boats.17 hours ago
Hot air balloon makes emergency landing in California backyard -- "Look at that, wow!" - A couple in Temecula woke up to find a balloon boarded with 13 people behind their home on Saturday.3 days ago
Are insider traders making millions from the Iran war? -- The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.3 days ago
Victory slips away as marathon runner celebrates too soon -- The dramatic end to the Delaware Marathon occurred when the lead runner slowed in celebration before a trailing marathoner sprinted toward the finish line .3 days ago
US releases video of forces seizing Iranian ship -- The US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said.3 days ago
Couple discovers Lebanon home destroyed by Israel from satellite image -- Joe Elias contacted BBC Verify following reports that his village was among several destroyed by Israeli forces.13 minutes ago
From scientist to silk farmer: India's silk industry renewal -- Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.3 hours ago
'Missing scientist' cases have stoked wild speculation. For loved ones, the theories are hurtful -- Conspiracies are running rampant online after the deaths or disappearances of at least 10 people tied to sensitive US research.4 hours ago
Trump says Israel-Lebanon ceasefire to be extended by three weeks -- Envoys from the two countries met in Washington as the fragile truce was due to expire on Sunday.5 hours ago