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BBC News - World
Meloni tells Trump to 'focus on your own popularity' as row between leaders escalates -- The US president earlier questioned Meloni's popularity after suggesting she "begged" for a photo at G7 summit
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US to stop funding HIV programmes in South Africa -- More than eight million South Africans are living with HIV – the highest number of any country in the world.15 hours ago
Bolivian president declares state of emergency -- The move comes after weeks of anti-government protests that have caused a shortage of basic goods in Bolivia. -- Latin America11 minutes ago
Israel and Hezbollah continue strikes despite ceasefire agreement - Deaths are reported in southern Lebanon, with the IDF saying it hit Hezbollah targets after the group fired over 50 projectiles at Israeli forces. 2 hrs ago - Middle East49 minutes ago
Tourist dies in Dominican Republic luxury resort fire -- Nearly 1,700 people were evacuated from the huge blaze at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe, a popular resort town on the Caribbean coast. -- Latin America1 hour ago
James Burrows, legendary director of Cheers and Friends, dies aged 85 -- Best-known as co-creator of sitcom Cheers, Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of other classics including the Big Bang Theory and Will and Grace.11 hours ago
Boy, 12, wins hearts after trying to check sick chicken into Ethiopian hospital -- Markos's beloved hen was not responding to any treatments - so he did the only thing he could think of.1 day ago
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi to stand trial for rape -- French prosecutors confirm Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, in accusations dating back to 2023.1 day ago
Incredible images from the World Cup's opening week1 day ago
Thousands killed in US-Israeli war on Iran - but experts say true total may never be known -- Experts say internet, media and government restrictions have all hampered casualty reporting across the region.1 day ago
What Iran and US get from deal and why both could struggle to keep it -- BBC analysts assess the claims by both Washington and Tehran to have won a victory with the deal to end their war.1 day ago
Would you choose to take a 22-hour non-stop flight? -- The BBC asked Sydney locals if they would take the newly announced, longest ever commercial flight from Sydney to London.20 hours ago
Should the US impose a teen social media ban like the UK? -- The UK is enforcing a social media ban for children under the age of 16. The BBC asked Americans of different ages if they thought it was a good idea.2 days ago
Will Putin change tactics after Ukrainian drone attacks? -- Steve Rosenberg explains what Russia's next steps may be after frequent Ukrainian drone attacks.2 days ago
Moment Trump signs US-Iran agreement at Palace of Versailles -- The 14-point Memorandum of Understanding was signed at a post-G7 dinner in France.2 days ago
'Warning fire went up': Couple on board yacht describe encounter with Russian warship -- The Russian frigate fired warning shots near a British retired couple on a yacht in the English Channel.3 days ago
There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.3 hours ago
On one day in June the streets of Dublin come alive to celebrate Joyce's Ulysses7 hours ago
On one day every June, the streets of Dublin are transformed to a bygone era as James Joyce fans celebrate his work.7 hours ago
US supporters were delighted after their team won 2-0 against the Socceroos while Australian fans were left disappointed but still hopeful.11 hours ago
Australia was previously the only continent where the H5N1 bird flu strain had not yet been found.11 hours ago
The leaders have asked for apologies from the countries that benefited from the slave trade, as well as debt relief and financial compensation.11 hours ago
The Japanese pop group have become global stars, after being recruited before they were teenagers.14 hours ago
Ukraine has denounced the move, calling it a "strategic mistake" and "disrespectful".16 hours ago