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BBC News - World
Trump tells US negotiators 'not to rush' into deal with Iran - The deal under discussion would involve a 60-day ceasefire extension during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, according to US media. 2 hrs ago - World
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Turkish riot police storm opposition offices after leaders ousted -- Officers forced their way into the building days after the party vowed to defy a court ruling removing its leaders.6 hours ago
She was told to marry in a country which bans girls' education. So she got in a taxi and fled -- Nearly five years on from the school ban, young women say they have waved goodbye to their dreams.1 hour ago
BBC at the site of China's worst mining disaster in more than a decade -- At least 82 people have been killed after a gas explosion at the Liushenyu mine in China.12 hours ago
Man killed in shark attack off Australia's north-east coast -- The 39-year-old was fatally injured at a shoal off the Cassowary Coast in Queensland, apparently while spearfishing.7 hours ago
One killed and many feared trapped under collapsed building in Philippines -- A Malaysian man has died and about 20 people are feared trapped at the site near Manila, officials say.8 hours ago
Bolivian minister's convoy ambushed while overseeing roadblock clearance -- Security forces were met by resistance while attempting to clear highway barriers, amid unrest over the government's economic policies.10 hours ago
California declares emergency as fire crews race to contain toxic leak -- Thousands have been evacuated as officials warn a tank containing about 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate could explode.17 hours ago
Red Cross volunteers die from suspected Ebola in DR Congo -- They are thought to have caught the virus before the outbreak was identified, the Red Cross says.1 day ago
It's like the Olympics - except steroids are allowed -- The first ever Enhanced Games are taking place this weekend in Las Vegas, with big names, big money and much controversy.22 hours ago
Rosenberg: Luhansk strike sparks Russian accusations and vow to retaliate -- Eighteen people were killed and 42 others injured in the strike on the town in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine.22 hours ago
I survived a missile strike in the Strait of Hormuz, but my friend has not been found -- Sunil Puniya was on his first sea job when a missile struck the oil tanker Skylight at the start of the Iran war.23 hours ago
In Japan, divorce splits parents from children. Could a law change end sole custody? -- An amendment to Japan's Civil Code looks set to allow shared parenting for the first time.22 hours ago
East Africa wants to curb imports of used clothes. But it's not easy -- Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are major importers of used garments from the West and China.22 hours ago
Watch: Pitches, PlayStations and protein ice cream - A look inside Brazil's World Cup base camp -- BBC's Brandon Livesay toured the Columbia Park Training Facility in Morris Township, New Jersey that will host the team in the coming weeks.1 day ago
Moment SpaceX rocket explodes in the Indian Ocean after splashdown -- Elon Musk's SpaceX has successfully launched its Starship V3 rocket, which landed in a planned fiery explosion on Friday.1 day ago
Why thousands of stock trades tied to Trump are raising eyebrows -- The BBC's Michelle Fleury looks at trades disclosed by the president.2 days ago
Timelapse footage shows 'giant cave' inflating on Paris bridge -- The monumental structure was created by Parisan artist JR - often dubbed the French Banksy2 days ago
How Cuban-Americans feel about Raúl Castro's indictment -- The DOJ charged the former leader of Cuba with murder and other crimes for his alleged role in the downing of two civilian aircraft in 1996.2 days ago
Blast targeting train kills at least 20 in Pakistan -- Officials say the train had been transporting military personnel home for Eid when it was attacked by armed separatists.13 hours ago
RAF jet carrying defence secretary has signal jammed near Russian border -- Pilots on board had to use a different navigation system while the plane's GPS was disabled.1 hour ago
Social Democrats and Fine Gael win Irish by-election seats -- Two by-elections are being held to fill the vacant Dáil seats in Galway West and Dublin Central.2 hours ago
Large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine leaves four dead and dozens injured -- The Oreshnik missile, which reportedly travels over 10 times the speed of sound, was used, Russia has confirmed.13 hours ago
Suspect killed after opening fire on Secret Service near White House -- Officials say a suspect approached a checkpoint near the building and opened fire, and that a bystander was wounded.19 hours ago