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At least 100 dead in Ebola outbreak as US doctor working in DR Congo tests positive, reports say - The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak an international emergency. 13 mins ago - World
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Jury tosses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its boss Sam Altman -- Jurors spent nearly a month hearing and viewing evidence in the high-profile trial, where Musk had accused Altman of "stealing a charity".1 hour ago
Shakira wins £50m tax refund from Spanish government -- The Colombian singer says the court ruling means the "narrative" that she was guilty now "crumbles". -- Culture4 hours ago
Death toll from Israeli strikes on Lebanon passes 3,000, officials say -- It marks a grim milestone in the conflict between Israel and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah since March, despite a nominal ceasefire.3 hours ago
Four killed in protests during Kenyan strikes over high fuel prices -- Thousands of commuters are stranded, with key roads in the capital Nairobi largely empty due to the protests over fuel costs.2 hours ago
Two men arrested over stunt at enclosure of famous monkey Punch -- Two US nationals have been arrested after one jumped the fence of the monkey, who went viral online, police say.2 hours ago
Bodies of missing Italian divers found in Maldives -- The bodies of all five Italian divers who died in the Maldives last week have now been found, officials tell the BBC.8 hours ago
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt booed by graduates at mention of AI -- The reaction underscores a growing anxiety among students over AI's impact on jobs and their future careers.5 hours ago
Judge rules gun and writings are admissible in Luigi Mangione's New York murder trial -- Other items found with Mangione at a Pennsylvania McDonald's will not be allowed to be presented in court, the judge ruled.3 hours ago
Israeli forces board Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus, activists say -- Live broadcasts from the Global Sumud flotilla show commandos boarding several boats trying to breach the Gaza maritime blockade.5 hours ago
Trump warns 'clock is ticking' for Iran as peace progress stalls -- On Monday Iran said it had responded to the latest US proposal and that exchanges with Washington were continuing.9 hours 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.20 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.19 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
'I sold it for over £1k': Swatch launch sparks 'chaotic' scenes -- Some shoppers have been trying to resell a new line of watches priced at £335 each for up to £16,000.2 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.18 hours 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.1 day 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.3 days ago
Trump administration unveils $1.7bn fund to compensate his allies as he drops tax lawsuit -- The settlement will go towards individuals who allege they were subjected to unfair investigations.29 minutes ago
Alex Murdaugh sues court clerk over jury tampering after murder convictions overturned -- Murdaugh's attorneys cited the South Carolina Supreme Court's ruling that a clerk biased the jury against him.1 hour ago
Irish president says King 'graciously accepted' state visit invitation to Ireland -- It is President Connolly's first official visit to Great Britain since her inauguration in November.2 hours ago
Man's conviction quashed for 2018 murder in County Louth -- Aaron Connolly had denied murdering 18-year-old Cameron Reilly on a night out in May 2018.3 hours ago
What is Ebola and why is stopping this outbreak so difficult? -- An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare strain and is in an area affected by conflict.5 hours ago