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BBC News - World

Israeli strikes kill nine in Lebanon as Hezbollah fires rockets over border -- The incidents strain a partial ceasefire agreed by Israel and the Lebanese armed group on Monday.

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One killed and dozens injured in Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait airport -- Iran says the attack on Kuwait was in retaliation for earlier US strikes on an Iranian oil tanker and island. -- World

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Director Wim Wenders withdraws 1975 film over actress's teen topless scene -- Nastassja Kinski, who appeared in the film when she was 13, said the film-maker "didn't protect me". -- Culture

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'Crazy' phone call between Trump and Netanyahu complicates Iran talks -- Israel's PM laughed off reports of friction, but he has tested the patience of other US presidents.

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Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg as Putin's flagship economic forum opens -- Several long-range drones struck oil storage facilities near the city, days before Vladimir Putin is due to address the event.

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Foreign nationals among at least 21 killed in Delhi fire -- Many victims were South Asians who had travelled to India for treatment or to accompany relatives.

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US announces new tariffs over forced labour concerns -- It comes after the US Supreme Court struck down many of US President Donald Trump's previous duties in February.

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Four sentenced to death for killing worshippers at Catholic church in Nigeria -- A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.

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Norwegian teen was in UK to 'undertake a hit', court hears -- Johannes Natland was due to carry out a shooting on behalf of a Swedish criminal group, trial hears.

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Shell pumped oil through Nigeria pipeline for years despite pollution evidence, documents show -- The oil giant says the documents ignore the critical context of the complex operating environment at the time.

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Man shot dead by FBI after taking hostages at California bank -- Two hostages were released on Tuesday, and the remaining hostages released on Wednesday were unharmed, police said.

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From butterflies to breast milk, Uber's list of lost items reveals wild backseat discoveries -- The rideshare company's annual Lost & Found Index also reveals America's most forgetful city, and the most forgetful day.

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Putin remains uncompromising on Ukraine, but is public discourse on war changing in Russia? -- Russia is intensifying attacks in Ukraine but more than four years of war are causing concern even among Putin loyalists.

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The end of Trump's 'anti-weaponisation' fund is another sign Republicans are fighting back -- The $1.8bn fund would have paid people the Trump administration decided were unjustly and politically targeted.

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She watched a wildfire destroy her town, so she's building fire-proof bunkers -- Linda Cantey - and other US entrepreneurs - are channelling trauma into efforts to mitigate the damage of wildfires.

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Prepare for El Niño, UN warns - it could be the strongest yet -- Scientists fear the combined effects of El Niño and human-caused climate change could reshape weather around the world.

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Watch: Explosion at fireworks factory in Malta -- Two men were injured in the explosion and were taken to hospital with minor injuries.

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Watch: Glass doors break as fans scramble to see Pursuit of Jade star -- Huge crowds formed outside a shopping centre in China to see actor Zhang Linghe.

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Marilyn Monroe 'lookalikes' gather to celebrate her 100th birthday -- Fans set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been the legendary actress' centenary.

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Between celebration and confrontation: Paris after PSG victory -- Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police following the Champions League final.

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How is America celebrating its 250th birthday? -- A UFC fight on the White House lawn is among a range of events planned to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's founding.

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Ex-UK political aide and Biden cabinet secretary lead California governor primary vote count -- Another Democrat, billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer, is in third place as the tally continues.

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Eight killed after drone hits bus in Russian-occupied part of Ukraine -- The bus was hit in the eastern Donetsk region, an official says.

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CBS News fires correspondent Scott Pelley from 60 Minutes -- The veteran host had accused leadership of "murdering" the news show in a confrontation at a staff meeting this week.

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