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BBC News - World
US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire -- The US military strikes Iranian drones and radar sites and Tehran says it has targeted US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. -- World
7 hours ago
Andreeva wins French Open as Chwalinska fairytale ends -- Teenager Mirra Andreeva fulfils her huge potential with a first Grand Slam title as Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska is denied a fairytale French Open victory. -- Tennis7 hours ago
Hegseth attacks Europe over 'invasion' of migrants on its beaches in D-Day speech -- The US defence secretary was speaking in Normandy, 82 years after allied forces launched their operation to liberate Nazi-occupied north-western Europe.4 hours ago
Funeral held for baby shot dead by Israeli troops in occupied West Bank -- The seven-month-old boy's shrouded body was wrapped in a Palestinian flag and carried by his father to the graveyard.3 hours ago
Pope begins Spain visit with praise for country's opposition to war and support for migrants -- On the first day of his official seven-day tour of Spain, the Pope praises the country's "active commitment to peace and solidarity among peoples".4 hours ago
Lebanese general among three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on car -- The Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.6 hours ago
Rumours and speculation as fans forecast date of Taylor Swift's wedding -- Swifties worldwide are looking for clues about the superstar's nuptials to American football star Travis Kelce.20 hours ago
Canada bans Texas cattle over flesh-eating screwworm outbreak in US -- The ban came as a second infected calf was identified in Texas, and the US state declaring a state of disaster over the outbreak.19 hours ago
I wanted to quit Eurovision twice - then won it, says Bangaranga singer Dara -- The Bulgarian singer says her historic victory in Vienna came close to never happening.1 day ago
US plans to fight flesh-eating screwworm outbreak with flies and dogs -- The insect, which has been found in America for the first time since 1966, is a growing concern in the southern US.1 day ago
Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government -- Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third term despite falling domestic support.1 day ago
The cash-in-the-sofa saga that just won't go away for South Africa's president -- A committee of MPs has been formed to look at the case against Cyril Ramaphosa, but he may survive a vote.1 day ago
From Nescafe to Ted Lasso: Anthony Head's life in pictures -- Anthony Head, who first came to public attention for his role in 1980s Nescafe ads, has died at the age of 72.17 hours ago
Giant banquets rile radical left in France -- The feasting phenomenon run by Le Canon Français has become a hot political issue.19 hours ago
Fall in official Ebola numbers appears to be good news but it's not that simple -- There are now 380 confirmed cases of Ebola in DR Congo, far lower than initial estimates of suspected cases, writes Fergus Walsh.1 day ago
Is there an AI stock market bubble, and is it ready to burst? -- Despite the Iran war, inflation and debt fears, US markets keep hitting record highs, fueled largely by AI. BBC's Samira Hussain looks into whether that bubble will burst.1 day ago
Why are devastating mice plagues happening in Australia? -- Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents - and it's costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars.1 day ago
'Extremely intelligent' bear on the run in Japan after injuring four people -- Authorities said that a bear in north-east Japan has eluded capture by opening a window.1 day ago
Watch: Guide stranded on Everest for six days rescued -- The BBC's Rajini Vaidyanathan pieces together how events unfolded.2 days ago
'It looks black' - Americans react to Reflecting Pool's completed paint job -- After weeks of renovation, water has begun refilling the historic pool, which has been coated in a colour named "American flag blue".2 days ago
Police officer turned Love Island US contestant faces hometown backlash -- Sean Reifel's joined the cast of the popular reality series less than a year after he joined his hometown's police force.11 minutes ago
'It was either killed or be killed' - ongoing nightmares of an ex-child soldier in Somalia -- Yusuf Ali, now 34, struggles with his memories living in Mogadishu surrounded by dark reminders of his past.11 minutes ago
Multiple people shot near festival in Ohio with suspect still at large, police say -- An active search for the "suspect or suspects involved" is underway, police say.11 minutes ago
Iran says staff blocked from entering US after players given World Cup visas -- Iranian officials say technical staff have been denied visas, hours after the US said players could enter the country.11 hours ago
Ragas and symphonies: Indian maestro Ilaiyaraaja is still reshaping music 50 years on -- Fifty years after his debut, Ilaiyaraaja remains one of the most celebrated composers in Indian cinema.1 hour ago
Ukrainian drones target St Petersburg in attack Russia calls 'unprecedented' -- Residents of Russia's second-largest city were urged to stay indoors for the first time since the war started.2 hours ago