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BBC News - World
US hits three Iranian oil tankers after saying its warships were targeted -- Iran's state media reported that Tehran has launched retaliatory attacks against three US-affiliated vessels; the US is yet to comment. -- World
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Europe targeted by spiralling campaign of sabotage - and Russia is the chief suspect -- Germany has blamed Russia for an attack on Leipzig airport but there has been a series of suspicious incidents elsewhere. -- Europe11 hours ago
Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy murder case, after jury deadlocks -- The mistrial now puts the murder case - and Clancy's future - in limbo as to whether she will be held criminally liable in the deaths of her three kids.22 hours ago
At least two dead in blast at Bolivia military barracks -- Authorities fear the death toll in Viacha will rise and warn people to stay away from the barracks due to a risk of further explosions.15 hours ago
What different world maps get right - and what they get wrong -- As the UN adopts a new world map to reflect Africa's true size, let's take a closer look at what different maps get right and wrong.7 hours ago
Nepal rescuers try to reach dozens trapped in tunnel after two found alive -- More than 1,300 people have died and thousands are missing, but rescuers' hopes have risen after finding survivors in a tunnel.1 day ago
Germany's far-right AfD bids for first taste of power in eastern vote -- If it wins an outright majority in Saxony-Anhalt, it would be the first time a far-right party has held state-level power in Germany since World War Two.22 hours ago
UN votes to adopt new world map to reflect Africa's true size -- The Togo-sponsored resolution was backed by 164 nations - with the US as the only nation to vote against it.20 hours ago
Russia hits Ukrainian security headquarters in drone attack, Zelensky says -- The unmanned aerial vehicle struck without warning in the heart of the Ukrainian capital.1 day ago
'A rare moment of joy': Nepal tunnel rescues bring hope for more flood survivors -- There are still hundreds of workers trapped in a network of tunnels that run along the Trishuli river.1 day ago
Lindsay Clancy murder trial has divided US on whether she's victim or criminal -- Some say the case shed light on the mental health struggles of mothers, while others argue it's no excuse for murder.14 hours ago
Why are European countries moving their gold out of North America? -- The Netherlands has relocated 86 tonnes of the shiny stuff - what's going on?16 hours ago
Nepal bet nearly everything on hydropower - the floods show why that's a problem -- More than 10% of Nepal's energy generation capacity was knocked out by last week's floods.23 hours ago
Is Russia proving better at protecting friends than fighting enemies in West Africa? -- Russian forces were brought in to help defeat jihadists but they also defend the military leadership in Niger.17 hours ago
Flock says its cameras make US safer - so why are they being sabotaged? -- The AI-powered cameras have been vandalised across the US, as citizens object to the growing surveillance network.20 hours ago
How might Lindsay Clancy's case have unfolded in another country? -- The US mother was on trial for strangling her three children. In other western countries, there's a specific law for mums who kill their young children.11 hours ago
How the Lindsay Clancy trial gripped America - and ultimately fell apart -- A Massachusetts judge has declared a mistrial in the murder case against the US mother after jurors were unable to reach a unanimous verdict.19 hours ago
Why did USS Lincoln turn up in Thailand looking so rusty? -- When the USS Abraham Lincoln docked in Thailand this week some people were quick to criticise the condition it was in.14 hours ago
'We expect our sons to be killed,' father of teen shot dead in West Bank tells BBC -- Palestinian teenagers Omar al-Naasan and Khalil Abu Alia were shot dead when Israeli settlers and soldiers entered a village in the occupied West Bank.1 day ago
How much can Canada fight back in its trade war with the US? -- The US may be the bigger trading partner, but Canada shouldn't be counted out quite yet in the escalating trade fight.19 hours ago
US envoys meet Putin in Moscow for Ukraine talks -- Footage shows Vladimir Putin greeting Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, before saying the current situation "is not so easy".2 hours ago
Boy, 12, who died in crash was 'talented young footballer' -- The crash that killed the child happened when a train collided with a car near Ballyhaunis.11 hours ago
Trump signs order to remove endangered species protection for grey wolves -- The US president says the move will help ranchers, but conservationists say it could derail efforts to recover populations.11 hours ago
Tate brothers officially indicted with trafficking and sex crimes in Romania -- Andrew and Tristan Tate are currently in a Miami jail fighting extradition to the UK over separate charges and deny all the allegations.13 hours ago
Trump's peace envoys to visit Moscow and Kyiv over weekend -- Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have led President Donald Trump's efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war - but talks have stalled.1 day ago