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BBC News - World
China cracks down on soft porn, violence and materialism in viral micro dramas -- Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.
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Hezbollah rejects renewed ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanon -- The United States announced the ceasefire agreement on Wednesday night following a fresh round of talks.19 hours ago
Ex-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew in custody, prosecutors say -- Zeynab Javadli had not been in contact with any of her friends since Tuesday.12 hours ago
Mangrove forests are healing after decades of human destruction -- Swampy mangrove forests are staging a surprise comeback - which is good news for coastal communities and the climate.9 hours ago
How Trump's White House ballroom plan has doubled in size and cost over a year -- BBC Verify examines how the biggest change to the White House in decades has transformed in the last year. -- US & Canada5 hours ago
US actor James Handy stabbed to death, with girlfriend's son arrested -- Handy, 81, is known for his roles in films including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick. -- Culture47 minutes ago
Xi Jinping to meet Kim Jong Un in rare visit to North Korea -- It is taking place weeks after Xi met the leaders of the US and Russia - two countries that loom large over North Korea's foreign policy.3 hours ago
Trump hits back at 'unpatriotic' vote after House rebukes him over Iran -- The lower chamber of Congress passed a measure that seeks to halt further military action, in a vote seen as largely symbolic.22 hours ago
US plans to fight flesh-eating screwworm outbreak with flies and dogs -- The insect, which has been found in America for the first time since 1966, is a growing concern in the southern US.9 hours ago
Marilyn Monroe auction features star's make-up and gowns on 100th birthday -- The auction has already brought in thousands in bids and includes intimate items from her life.17 hours ago
Tough cookies: How pop group Le Sserafim overcame band tensions and internet trolls -- The K-pop band say accepting their flaws and embracing humour took them to a new level of success.2 hours ago
Here's why counting votes in California is taking so long -- It could take weeks - or even a month - before we know who won elections in California and Los Angeles.3 hours ago
Why is this teen fashion brand closing its fitting rooms? -- Brandy Melville's move has caused uproar among some young women who frequent its stores, with one calling it a "devastating news".15 hours ago
Grab what you can while you can: The new reality in the South China Sea -- After years of watching China create land to back its expansive claims, others are doing the same.1 day ago
'Nothing left to chance' for Bayeux Tapestry's journey to London -- The 950-year-old work will be as safe "as a baby" during its move to London, French officials say.22 hours ago
'Extremely intelligent' bear on the run in Japan after injuring four people -- Authorities said that a bear in north-east Japan has eluded capture by opening a window.47 minutes ago
'It looks black' - Americans react to Reflecting Pool's completed paint job -- After weeks of renovation, water has begun refilling the historic pool, which has been coated in a colour named "American flag blue".12 hours ago
Watch: Guide stranded on Everest for six days rescued -- The BBC's Rajini Vaidyanathan pieces together how events unfolded.13 hours ago
Watch: Lebanon-Israel ceasefire deal made in 'hope rather than expectation' -- BBC correspondent John Sudworth reports from the Beirut stronghold of Hezbollah support, Dahieh.19 hours ago
Watch: New footage shows moment Iranian drone struck Kuwait airport -- One person was killed and more than 60 injured in the Iranian drone strike on Wednesday.1 day ago
UK in most dangerous period I've known, military chief says -- Russian incursions into UK defences risk crossing a line, Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Richard Knighton tells the BBC.5 hours ago
Nearly 50 people die of thirst in Sahara desert after lorry breaks down -- Only two survived after trekking more than 50km (30 miles) across the desert to alert the authorities.47 minutes ago
Judge urges Melbourne orchestra and pianist to resolve case over Gaza comments without him -- UK-Australian pianist Jayson Gillham says he was discriminated against over his comments at a 2024 show.1 hour ago
Zelensky proposes face-to-face talks in open letter to Putin -- Ukraine's president tells the Russian leader that only "direct engagement" between the two countries could end the war, with the US focused on Iran.12 hours ago
Bear opens window in factory escape, Japanese police say -- The bear had earlier attacked four people in an industrial part of Fukushima, in Japan's north-east.6 hours ago
Mount Everest climber recounts moment he lost guide who survived alone for six days -- Chris Thrall speaks about his last sighting of Dawa Sherpa, who was spotted alive by a cleaning crew as he slid slowly down the world's tallest mountain.8 hours ago