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BBC News - World
Trump warns 'clock is ticking' for Iran as peace progress stalls -- Iranian media reports the US has not made concrete concessions in response to Tehran's latest proposals.
9 hours ago
'Everest Man' and 'Mountain Queen' break own records scaling world's tallest peak -- Kami Rita Sherpa and Lakpa Sherpa summited Everest for the 32nd and 11th time, respectively.7 minutes ago
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo an international emergency -- The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.14 hours ago
Large-scale Ukrainian drone attack kills three in Moscow region, says Russia -- Ukraine's president says the strikes are a "justified" response to deadly Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities.17 hours ago
UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant -- The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".11 hours ago
How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo? -- An outbreak in DR Congo has been declared a health emergency, with almost 250 suspected cases reported.14 hours ago
'This may be the last time you hear my voice': Political executions surge in Iran since start of war -- Since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it's verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners.4 hours ago
Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air at US air show -- Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision.2 hours ago
Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight -- Eight people were injured, four seriously, before passers-by gave chase and stopped the man.1 day ago
Hezbollah drone strike videos show evolving tactics against Israel -- BBC Verify has examined dozens of videos of fibre-optic drone attacks carried out by the Lebanese armed group.1 day ago
Taiwan insists it is independent after Trump warning -- Fresh from his summit in Beijing, the US president warned against a formal declaration of independence by the island.1 day ago
Trump-backed challenger defeats Republican senator who voted to convict president -- Trump threw his full support behind Julia Letlow in Louisiana's high-stakes contest, branding the incumbent "disloyal".1 day ago
Canadian from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive -- The individual is one of four former passengers on the MV Hondius isolating on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.1 day ago
Inside the 'kill-zone' on Ukraine's front line, where new weapons have transformed war -- Machines are increasingly replacing humans on the front line, but troops are still vital for defending territory.4 hours ago
From escaping child marriage 'to an old pervert' to becoming Sierra Leone's first lady -- The private world of one of Africa's most powerful political women is revealed in a BBC World Service exclusive.4 hours ago
Foreign tourists are falling out of love with Goa - here's why -- Foreign visitors to Goa have nearly halved from their pre-Covid peak even as domestic tourism is booming.1 day ago
Secret police and propaganda: The Chinese agents spying on expats in US -- Experts say two espionage cases in the US highlight China's attempts to peddle influence globally over the past decade.1 day ago
'Look Mum, one point': Why does the UK keep getting Eurovision wrong? -- After four years of flops, the BBC has to think hard about how it approaches Eurovision in 2027.1 day ago
Eurovision winner Dara arrives to screaming fans in Bulgaria -- The 27-year-old's tune Bangaranga won Bulgaria its first ever title in the song contest.9 hours ago
Lights, camera, Bangaranga: Highlights from Eurovision -- Bulgarian singer Dara stormed to victory in the contest, while Ukraine broke the record for the longest note ever sung at Eurovision.1 day ago
Watch: What did we learn from Trump's visit to China? -- President Trump has concluded a two-day visit to Beijing at a high-stakes summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.2 days ago
BBC on the ground during march through Jerusalem's Old City -- Tens of thousands of Israeli celebrants have marched through the area captured by Israel in the 1967 Arab-Israeli war.3 days ago
Hundreds of illegal motorbikes bulldozed in New York City crime crackdown -- A moped had been used in the deadly stray-bullet shooting of a 7-month-old in Brooklyn last month, officials said.3 days ago
Tributes flow after Australian shark attack victim named as father-of-two -- Steven Mattaboni, 38, died on Saturday after a shark attack while spearfishing at Rottnest Island.32 minutes ago
New York rail commuter chaos may be averted as unions and management head to mediation -- Authorities warn there is "no substitute" for the railroad, urging hundreds of thousands of commuters to work remotely if possible.1 hour ago
Fighter jet crews parachute safely after collision at US air show -- The crew members are in a stable condition after the jets crashed mid-air during a demonstration.3 hours ago