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BBC News - World

'Poison seller' who sold toxic chemicals online to people across world admits aiding suicides - Kenneth Law admitted charges relating to Canadian victims - but families say he should also be charged in the UK over 79 deaths in Britain. 3 hrs ago - US & Canada

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EU hails Hungary's 'wind of change' and unlocks €16.4bn for new PM Magyar -- The deal is a significant boost for Hungary's leader, who has been in office for less than three weeks.

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Trump holds meeting to make 'final determination' on Iran deal -- The US president met his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal.

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Man accused of using hidden camera to spy on UK-based Iranian journalist -- The Greek national has been charged with assisting a foreign intelligence service believed to be linked to Iran.

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Nato and EU condemn Russia after drone hits Romanian residential block -- Romania says the Russian drone was likely hit over Ukraine by its air defences and altered its trajectory.

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Exploding rocket casts doubts over Nasa's Moon plans -- Explosion of Blue Origin rocket is a setback for the company and for Nasa's Moon plans.

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US and Iran 'very close' to deal but 'not there yet', Vance says -- US officials earlier told the BBC that the framework of a ceasefire extension deal had been agreed, pending the approval of Trump and Iran's leadership.

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'Controversial' North Korean invasion setting for next Call of Duty game -- Developer Infinity Ward said the game will be "grounded in the military authenticity" the series is known for.

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Former US attorney general Pam Bondi defends her handling of Epstein files in congressional probe -- The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.

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Eight students arrested in Kenya after suspected deadly school arson attack -- Sixteen pupils died in the fire that ripped through a dormitory while they were asleep.

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Ex-head monk of China's 'kung fu temple' jailed for embezzlement -- Shi Yongxin is sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and bribery.

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Netanyahu says he has directed IDF to increase control of Gaza to 70% -- The expansion in control by Israel would contradict the terms of the ceasefire Israel and Hamas agreed to in October 2025.

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Survival before safety for Delhi's poor as temperatures hit 45C -- As temperatures peak, Delhi's informal workers continue working despite growing health risks.

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Italy restores lucky testicles on bull mosaic worn down by tourists -- The artwork is the centre of a tradition that involves visitors performing three spins on it for good fortune.

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Mother-in-law of Indian bride whose death set off media frenzy arrested -- Twisha Sharma's death on 12 May has sparked rival claims of murder and suicide and dominated headlines.

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Learning from Ukraine war, Hezbollah is now using fibre-optic drones to hit Israel -- Fibre-optic drones are now Hezbollah's primary weapon against Israel's soldiers and civilians.

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We analysed thousands of Trump's posts - here's what we found -- The BBC's Ros Atkins and BBC Verify sifted through thousands of the president's posts.

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How my brother went from liberal Hollywood actor to manosphere 'messiah' -- The sister of Mexican influencer El Temach tells the BBC she does not recognise him any more.

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Is 'out of control' US tipping culture spreading overseas? -- With US waiting staff getting cross at receiving less than 20%, tips are also on the rise elsewhere.

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Duterte ICC trial to start on 30 November: What you need to know -- Duterte is facing charges relating to a long and bloody war on drugs in which thousands were killed.

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What does Blue Origin rocket mishap mean for Nasa's Moon mission? -- Science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains why the explosion is a setback for space exploration.

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Why Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices -- New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations.

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Moment Blue Origin rocket explodes during test in Florida -- A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on a launch pad at Cape Canaveral in Florida on Thursday night.

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Watch: Moment 14-year-old wins US national spelling bee -- A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition.

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How did this novel about food win a Booker Prize this year? -- Taiwan Travelogue is the first novel translated from Mandarin Chinese to win the prestigious award.

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US judge halts Trump's $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund -- In a two-page order on Friday, the judge barred the justice department from taking any steps to stand up or operate the fund.

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Irish village without water during hottest week of year -- The outage in Ballivor, County Meath, came as the island of Ireland recorded its hottest May day on record earlier this week.

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Israel put on UN sexual violence in warzones blacklist for first time -- Israel says it rejects allegations in a new report by the office of the UN secretary general.

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First of five men found alive in flooded Laos cave rescued -- The bedraggled man was led to safety by rescuers after nine days stranded in the cavern

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