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BBC News - World
A faceless hacker stole my therapy notes – now my deepest secrets are online forever -- Meri-Tuuli Auer told her counsellor things about her life she didn't want her closest family to know.
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Exiled crown prince urges world to help protesters topple Iran's government -- Reza Pahlavi, a US-based opposition figure, called on the world to target Iran's Revolutionary Guards leadership.8 hours ago
Trump threatens new tariffs on countries opposed to Greenland takeover -- The president made the threat while a bipartisan group of US lawmakers were visiting Denmark in the hope of easing tensions over the territory.9 hours ago
Uganda's president heads for victory as his main rival cries foul -- President Museveni has about 75% of the vote with results in from more than half of all polling stations.7 hours ago
'I was hit in the face by pellets': Iranians on border describe violence and more protests -- The BBC speaks to Iranians at the border with Iraq, as authorities continue to block the flow of information with an internet blackout. -- Middle East10 hours ago
Paracetamol is safe in pregnancy, says study refuting Trump autism claims -- Researchers say their gold-standard review should put an end to the debate over use of the common painkiller during pregnancy. -- Health2 hours ago
Machado vows to lead Venezuela 'when right time comes' -- The opposition leader says she has a mandate to lead the country after the US seized its president.6 hours ago
CIA director had two-hour meeting with new Venezuelan leader in Caracas -- The pair discussed economic opportunities and preventing Venezuela becoming a place for "America's adversaries", a US official said.12 hours ago
China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi -- Canola oil and electric cars are at the centre of the deal agreed by Mark Carney and Xi Jinping after years of strained ties.10 hours ago
Myanmar begins defence in landmark genocide case at UN court -- Myanmar says The Gambia has failed to provide enough evidence of genocide against the Muslim-minority people.10 hours ago
US accuses South Africa military of 'cosying up to Iran' -- The defence minister orders an inquiry into reports the military flouted orders to expel Iran from naval drills.11 hours ago
Under fire from the sea, families in Odesa try to escape Russian barrage -- Ukraine's third largest city has come under sustained attack on its ports in a Russian bid to sap morale.2 hours ago
From camouflage to tracksuits - Guinea's junta leader poised to become civilian president -- Junta chief Mamadi Doumbouya, set for a seven-year term, has to prove himself as a democratic leader.2 hours ago
Israel moves Yellow Line deeper into Gaza, satellite images show -- Israel placed and later moved control markers in three areas, with some placed deeper inside Gaza than maps suggested.17 hours ago
Trump's Fed fight looks like something from another country -- Donald Trump's stand-off with the US central bank has recalled episodes in other countries - which ended badly for the economy.20 hours ago
South Korea's impeached president found guilty in first of four trials: What you need to know -- Yoon Suk Yeol is set to receive the first verdict on charges linked to his 2024 martial law attempt.20 hours ago
Why is there so much international interest in Greenland? -- The BBC's Europe Editor Katya Adler has been reporting from Greenland and dissects why the island has so much value in the eyes of President Trump.4 hours ago
'Anger and frustration': BBC reports from Iranian-Armenian border -- BBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from the Iranian-Armenian border as internet shutdown continues following deadly protests.4 hours ago
Who is Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last shah? -- He has been a prominent voice calling for protests against Iran's authoritarian regime to continue.12 hours ago
What happens in space during a medical emergency? -- BBC science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains what happens if an astronaut gets ill in space.16 hours ago
Morocco celebrates Afcon win: 'Today is about couscous not jollof' -- Moroccan fans celebrated through the night as their beloved Atlas Lions beat Nigeria to make it to the Afcon final.20 hours ago
US justice department investigating Minnesota Democrats over alleged obstruction of ICE -- It comes as fresh details emerged in the death of a Minneapolis woman shot last week by an ICE agent in the city.41 minutes ago
India's astrotourism boom draws urban stargazers beyond city limits -- Stargazing, once a niche hobby for astronomers and science clubs, has gone mainstream and is boosting astrotourism.1 hour ago
'Weird couple of years' for Stranger Things star -- The 24-year-old Irish actress joined the cast of Stranger Things in the fourth series.3 hours ago
A hotline to report vapers and caning if you're caught: Singapore's e-cigarette crackdown -- The city-state wants to stamp out e-cigarettes with harsh penalties including caning and fines.3 hours ago
Blair and Rubio among names on Gaza 'Board of Peace' -- The former UK prime minister and US secretary of state will sit on the "founding executive board", the White House says.3 hours ago