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LIVE - Rescuers searching rubble after Venezuela's strongest earthquake since 1900 - At least 164 people have killed, with the number expected to rise. More than 100 buildings have collapsed in the state of La Guaira alone, the UN says.
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'I thought I was going to die' - Venezuelans describe earthquake panic -- Buildings were flattened in the capital Caracas, where voices have been heard calling from the rubble. -- Latin America5 hours ago
Oil price falls back to pre-Iran war levels -- Signs that traffic through the key Strait of Hormuz shipping route is gradually resuming has helped to push the oil price down. -- Business2 hours ago
Earthquake is devastating blow to Venezuela at time of uncertainty -- The twin quakes come less than six months after Venezuela's then-leader Nicolás Maduro was seized by US forces. -- Latin America1 hour ago
Europe's heatwave shifts east as France raises health alert to highest level -- Temperatures in Germany could hit 40C in some areas while French officials say deaths linked to the heat are being seen among young people. -- Just now -- Europe18 minutes ago
IBM hails new 'block of flats' design breakthrough for ultra tiny chips -- IBM says it has created the world's first known chip tech below 1 nanometre - but it will be some time before it's ready for production.2 hours ago
World Cup build-up: Six games to decide groups, including Germany & Netherlands -- Six matches on Thursday will decide groups and impact third-placed teams hoping to progress, including Scotland.18 minutes ago
Ryanair says it will reluctantly not charge parents to sit next to children -- The airline had typically charged adults a fee of £8 each way to sit with their young children.1 hour ago
Police seal off key roads in Nairobi as Kenyans march to remember protest victims -- Protesters demand justice for more than 80 people killed during the 2024 demonstrations and last year's anniversary protests.3 hours ago
Philippines bans video game played by alleged high school shooter -- The rare school shooting that left three students killed and 20 others injured has shocked the country.12 hours ago
The ICE raids are over, but some Minnesotans say they still live in fear -- Months after the Trump administration's immigration crackdown officially ended, Minneapolis is still feeling the impact.18 minutes ago
This Indian state is trying to ensure no one grows old alone -- Kerala is searching for new ways to care for its ageing population as migration leaves more elderly people living alone.12 hours ago
How to cope in a heatwave - according to you -- From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat.6 hours ago
Find out which university degrees could earn you most across your lifetime -- New data suggests which university degrees have the highest and lowest financial returns over a lifetime.6 hours ago
The woman who fought for Pakistan's disappeared men now faces life in jail -- The Nobel Peace Prize nominee has spent years demanding answers about the missing in Balochistan province.10 hours ago
Watch: Moment earthquakes hit airport and buildings in Caracas -- Video filmed by BBC reporters, contributors and locals shows the aftermath, as frantic residents evacuate.6 hours ago
Temperatures hit record levels in western Europe -- France, Spain and Italy, have been hardest hit by the heatwave so far.1 day ago
'We're begging' - Savannah Guthrie pleads for help as details of her mother's case emerge -- Savannah Guthrie spoke on NBC's Today show about a note sent to the media in February regarding her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie, which claimed she had died.1 day ago
Why was JD Vance in a luxury Swiss resort for talks with Iran? -- BBC correspondent Jessica Parker explains some key points of the direct talks between the US vice-president and Iran.2 days ago
Man charged with murder of woman found dead -- Ali Sohrabi had been remanded in custody last month after he was charged with the murder of Masumeh Manojan.42 minutes ago
Key figure in South Africa police corruption scandal pleads guilty -- Prosecutors say Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala could provide evidence against "high-ranking officials".2 hours ago
Poland's Tusk calls for 'mutual respect' during row with Ukraine -- Ukraine's Volodmyr Zelensky skips major conference aimed at rebuilding his country after being stripped of a Polish state honour.2 hours ago
Trump asks Congress for billions for Iran war, after tension with Republicans -- But the budget faces an uphill battle as the president spars with some members of his own party over the issue.5 hours ago
Beaten and starved: Shock in India as police rescue men from bonded labour -- Bonded labour was outlawed in India in 1975, but it still continues in villages and small towns.6 hours ago
'He's always welcome': How a young Irish boxer befriended Kendrick Lamar -- Aaron McKenna recalled his unlikely friendship with the iconic rapper as he prepares for the biggest fight of his boxing career.6 hours ago
Thousands gather for the Great American State Fair -- The rally on the National Mall is one of a range of events planned by Donald Trump to celebrate America's 250th year of independence.8 hours ago