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BBC News - World
Trump says US to scale back military drills with South Korea after it stayed out of Iran war - Trump cites his "very good relationship" with North Korea's leader in deciding to downsize the exercises. 39 mins ago - World
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Trump envoy Kushner meets Hamas leader to push Gaza peace plan -- The rare meeting comes a week after Israel rejected Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza.4 hours ago
Thousands displaced by deadly Indonesia earthquake as rescue efforts continue -- Hundreds of homes and public buildings have been severely damaged with at least 53 people killed.11 hours ago
US commander says mental health a 'priority' on USS Lincoln -- Adm Brad Cooper acknowledged that navy service at sea for long periods is "uniquely challenging and tough", following a visit to the warship.4 hours ago
Russia says at least seven killed in largest Ukrainian attack of 2026 -- Moscow also launched deadly strikes against Ukraine overnight, sparking fires across the capital Kyiv.9 hours ago
Two dead and hundreds evacuated after twin fires break out on Greek island -- About 200 firefighters worked to keep the fires from converging on Salamina, with one now under control.4 hours ago
Four 'extraordinary' Renaissance paintings stolen from Italian museum -- The works were taken overnight without alarms being triggered, raising suspicion of a professional hit.10 hours ago
Teen suspect in Virginia campus shooting found hiding in closet -- The attack left five injured outside a halls of residence, and the suspect was not a student there, say police.5 hours ago
Twelve killed as Polish bus veers off Hungarian motorway -- Dozens more are seriously injured after the tourist bus overturned in the early hours of Sunday morning.17 hours ago
About 100 homes swept away after Hurricane Lala lashes Hawaii -- The state's governor says there "amazingly" does not seem to have been any loss of life besides a car crash.23 minutes ago
Europe's tallest Virgin Mary statue unveiled in rural Poland -- The 55.6-metre (182ft) concrete figure is head-and-shoulders above Rio de Janeiro's Christ the Redeemer.2 hours ago
Qatar denies capturing three Iranian pilots after downing fighter jets -- Iran claims they have been held since Qatar downed two fighter jets at the start of the US-Iran war.1 day ago
Thailand has a gun problem - 10 million of them -- Recent shootings have highlighted the country's troubled relationship with guns, with laws doing little to curb the violence.2 hours ago
'Ghana was the crime scene' - the country leading the demand for slavery reparations -- Ghana has become Africa's leading voice in telling the world that Western nations owe reparations1 hour ago
Many Canadians are boycotting the US, so this is where they're travelling instead -- From exploring their own backyard to travelling abroad, many Canadians are spending their money elsewhere to send a message to the US president.2 days ago
Five years after the Taliban swept to power, does the West have any influence? -- Five years after the Taliban swept to power, many are asking whether the West has any bargaining chips left1 day ago
Secondhand book sales are booming. Is it because of AI? -- Booksellers are reporting mysterious bulk orders. It's thought the books are being used to train AI - and ending up pulped.1 day ago
BBC visits smouldering Kyiv market after Russian strikes -- Six people were injured in the strike on the market selling second-hand records, posters, toys and tools.12 hours ago
Why is Australia's mushroom killer back in court this week? -- The BBC's Katy Watson explains why triple-murder Erin Patterson is back in court this week trying to overturn her conviction.1 day ago
World's Ugliest Dog contest crowns 2026 winner -- The annual contest has been taking place in Santa Rosa, California.1 day ago
Moment family rescued after 16 hours floating on jet ski off Thailand -- A 50-year-old father and his two sons were found floating off Koh Samui island, a local official told AFP on Saturday.1 day ago
How is parkour helping these seniors avoid injuries? -- In one of the world's fastest aging countries, older people are finding creative ways to stay healthy.2 days ago
India built the world's biggest digital payments miracle. Now comes the bill -- India's UPI may finally face merchant fees, raising questions over who pays and whether users will resist.51 minutes ago
'I want my brother back' - Tupac's brother tells BBC murder trial won't bring justice -- The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil sat down with Mopreme Shakur ahead of the trial for his brother and late rapper's 1996 murder.51 minutes ago
Reform UK benefits ban for foreign nationals would include EU citizens -- The move would require renegotiating the UK's Brexit deal and could risk stripping British expats living in the EU of similar rights.2 hours ago
Five teenagers dead and four injured after car drives on wrong side of motorway -- The collision occurred on on the M9 Northbound at about 03:00 local time on Sunday in County Kildare.4 hours ago
Belgian wildfire doubles in size on third day tearing through nature reserve -- Hundreds of firefighters are trying to contain the flames consuming the major park.9 hours ago