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BBC News - World
Death toll from Sri Lanka flood rises to more than 330, many more missing -- A state of emergency is announced as Sri Lanka grapples with its worst weather disaster in years.
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Benjamin Netanyahu seeks pardon from Israel's president -- He denies any wrongdoing in three ongoing trials over allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust.3 hours ago
Husband and wife accused of using spycam and earpieces to win almost £600k at Australian casino -- The husband and wife are alleged to have used a range of devices - including earpieces - to cheat card games over a number of weeks.5 hours ago
Dignitas founder dies by assisted suicide aged 92, group says -- Ludwig Minelli founded the group in 1998, which has since helped thousands of people to die.23 minutes ago
Hondurans vote in election shadowed by Trump aid threats -- The US president is threatening to cut aid to Honduras if his favoured right-wing presidential candidate does not win. -- Latin America3 hours ago
Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia -- The two ships struck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia.19 hours ago
Venezuela condemns Trump airspace closure warning -- The US says it is fighting drugs smuggling, but Venezuela says Donald Trump's aim is to topple President Nicolás Maduro.5 hours ago
More than 70,000 killed in Gaza since Israel offensive began, Hamas-run health ministry says -- Two young brothers were among the latest killed - reportedly in an Israeli air strike as the Gaza ceasefire remains fragile.20 hours ago
French farm has €90,000 worth of snails stolen -- The break-in was "a real blow", says L'Escargot Des Grands Crus, which was preparing deliveries for the holiday season.11 hours ago
The Wiggles issue statement after appearing in Ecstasy music video -- The popular Australian children's group says it "does not condone" drug use, after two of its members are shown dancing in a Keli Holiday video.21 hours ago
Nigerian villagers 'too scared to speak' after hundreds of schoolchildren kidnapped -- Parents of kidnapped children know where the bandits hide out, but are too scared to inform the authorities.10 hours ago
Drinking is a way of life in Ireland - can a warning label change that? -- From sober curious to dedicated pint-lovers, 20-somethings tell us about their outlook on drinking.6 hours ago
Why I spend hours painstakingly repairing banknotes -- Fixing cash is a thriving new business in Gaza after Israel stopped transfers of banknotes and banks were destroyed and looted.19 hours ago
Fall of Zelensky's top aide - reboot for Kyiv or costly shake-up? -- A widening corruption scandal forced Ukraine's second most powerful person, Andriy Yermak, to resign.1 day ago
We searched for a true Christmas market - and may have found one -- We visited festive markets in the UK and Germany to check which come closest to the real deal.1 day ago
Climate protesters in kayaks disrupt operations at Australian port -- Dozens have been arrested during climate protests at one of the world's biggest coal export ports.3 hours ago
Watch: Moment huge fireball destroys Sydney waste facility -- A large chemical tank was blown into the air by the inferno at North St Mary's in western Sydney, Australia.11 hours ago
Scores killed as floods sweep several Asian nations -- At least 80 people have died in Indonesia with another 56 dead in Sri Lanka in a week of extreme weather.2 days ago
Watch: Pope struggles to remove cloth covering plaque -- It took several attemps for Pope Leo and church clergy to unveil a plaque covered by a white sheet at an Istanbul cathedral.2 days ago
Video shows speed fire spreads in Hong Kong tower block -- Footage geolocated by BBC Verify show the blaze taking hold in Wang Cheong House.3 days ago
Three children among four killed in shooting at 'birthday party' in California -- Officials say 11 others are injured in what they believe is a "targeted" shooting at a children's birthday party.40 minutes ago
Indonesia searches for hundreds missing in deadly floods -- The death toll on the island of Sumatra has risen to more than 440, the government says.3 hours ago
Taoiseach calls for Herzog Park renaming plan to be withdrawn -- The park is named after Belfast-born and Dublin-raised Chaim Herzog, a former president of Israel.6 hours ago
Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146 as thousands pay respects -- Authorities say they have completed searches of four of the seven towers as part of a criminal investigation.6 hours ago
More than 400 killed in Indonesia flooding, officials say -- Hundreds have been killed across South East Asia, with monsoons exacerbated by cyclones also affecting Thailand and Malaysia.5 hours ago