Cow astonishes scientists with rare use of tools

The discovery suggests cows may have far greater cognitive abilities than previously assumed.

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New ceasefire in Syria after Kurdish-led forces pull out of camp for IS families

The government announces a four-day ceasefire with the SDF, which says it was "compelled" to withdraw its fighters from al-Hol camp.

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Ukraine's parliament and half of Kyiv with no heating after Russian strikes

President Zelensky says Russia has started using "far more" ballistic missiles in its attacks on Ukraine.

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Watch: Spain train crash survivors describe 'absolutely terrifying' scene

Passengers recount the moment two trains collided between Málaga and Madrid on Sunday evening.

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At the scene of Spain's worst rail disaster in over a decade

The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe visited the scene, where a large police cordon is in place.

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EU weighs response to Trump's tariff threat over Greenland

Europe is split between hitting back at Trump's tariff threat or holding fire to avoid a damaging trade war.

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'Europe won't be blackmailed,' Danish PM says in wake of Trump Greenland threats

The US president threatens to impose tariffs on countries that oppose his plans to take over the territory.

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Trump tariff threat over Greenland 'unacceptable', European leaders say

The US president says several European allies opposed to his plans to buy Greenland will face 10% tariffs from February.

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What a seventh term for 81-year-old leader means for Uganda

Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy.

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CIA director had two-hour meeting with new Venezuelan leader in Caracas

The pair discussed economic opportunities and preventing Venezuela becoming a place for "America's adversaries", a US official said.

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'Anger and frustration': BBC reports from Iranian-Armenian border

BBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from the Iranian-Armenian border as internet shutdown continues following deadly protests.

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US forces seize a sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker in Caribbean Sea

The tanker, Veronica, was seized in a predawn operation "without incident", the US military's Southern Command says.

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Tehran morgue videos show the brutality of Iran's crackdown on protesters

Distressing footage reveals nearly 200 bodies with one victim identified as young as 16.

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A crumbling system is depriving India's young offenders of a 'second chance'

Experts say that children in conflict with the law are being let down by India's juvenile justice system.

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'Now there's the threat of executions' in Iran

An Iranian security official says 2,000 people have been killed so far after a crackdown on weeks of anti-government protests.

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The Indian superstar taking a shot at political greatness

Vijay draws Gen Z crowds and fan devotion, but analysts question whether movie stardom can convert into votes.

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Jailed Venezuelan politician's son says Trump shouldn't be 'fooled' by pledge of prisoner releases

Ramón Guanipa's father was accused of treason for challenging the disputed 2024 presidential election result.

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'They just kept killing': Eyewitnesses describe deadly crackdown in Iran

The BBC has received eyewitness accounts of security forces attacking anti-government protesters across the country.

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Watch: Backlash against Musk's Grok AI explained

Technology editor Zoe Kleinman explains the row over changes made by X to it's Grok AI image edits, after the UK government called it "insulting".

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Thousands of tourists stranded in Lapland as cold grounds flights

All flights out of Kittila airport in northern Finland were cancelled on Sunday with temperatures falling as low as -38C.

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Swiss search souls and question government after ski resort fire

The New Year's Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana killed 40 people and injured 116.

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Video emerges of Minneapolis shooting filmed by ICE agent who opened fire

The clip shows the chaotic moments before gunfire rang out on a Minneapolis street.

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US seizes fifth oil tanker linked to Venezuela, officials say

The tanker, the Olina, is on multiple countries' sanctions list and is "suspected of carrying embargoed oil", US officials say.

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EU reaches long-sought South America trade deal

Some farmers in Europe opposed the deal, but the EU Commission said it had listened to their concerns.

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Minnesota officials say FBI blocked their access to ICE shooting probe

Hundreds of people have taken to the streets of Minneapolis to protest the killing of 37-year-old Renee Good.

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Two starkly opposed Americas laid bare by deadly ICE shooting

The incident is threatening to inflame a deeply contentious debate over immigration enforcement.

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Bowen: Trump risks pushing world back to age of empires

Donald Trump wants and needs quick victories. Taking Maduro is the decisive win he has craved, writes Jeremy Bowen.

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Tracking the oil tankers seized by the US

The US has announced the seizure of two oil tankers: the Marinera formerly known as the Bella 1 in the North Atlantic and the Sophia in international waters near the Caribbean.

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Thousands flee clashes between Syrian government and Kurdish fighters in Aleppo

At least 12 people have reportedly been killed in the city, where the army is demanding Kurdish fighters leave two neighbourhoods.

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US seizes two 'shadow fleet' tankers linked to Venezuelan oil

The ships were boarded by US forces in predawn operations in the North Atlantic and the Caribbean Sea.

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UN rights chief says Israeli policy in West Bank 'resembles apartheid system'

Israel says Volker Türk's office makes "absurd" accusations in a report that details what the UN calls "systemic discrimination" against Palestinians.

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'It seems unjust to me' - Views on Maduro's seizure from Caracas

BBC Mundo has spoken to Venezuelans in the country's capital about the latest US military operation.

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US may intercept and seize oil tanker heading for Europe, reports say

US officials have a warrant to seize the Russian-flagged ship accused of breaking sanctions.

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Watch: What it was like in the courtroom at Maduro's hearing

The BBC's Madeline Halpert was inside the room as the former Venezuelan president addressed the judge.

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US sharply criticised by foes and friends over Maduro seizure

The US taking of Venezuela's leader has faced strong criticism from both America's friends and foes.

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At least 30 killed in attack on Nigeria village

It is the latest in a spate of violent attacks in Niger state, and comes a day after officials said schools could reopen following a mass abduction last year.

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Can Maduro's trusted lieutenant now work for Trump?

Delcy Rodríguez, a close ally of captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, has been named interim president.

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Saudi Arabia calls for Yemeni factions to attend 'dialogue' in Riyadh

It comes after clashes and an independence bid in southern Yemen bring Saudi and UAE-backed forces into confrontation.

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Missile attack on Kharkiv kills two including child, authorities say

Russian officials say reports of the missile strike are untrue, suggesting the explosion was caused by Ukrainian ammunition.

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Four challenges facing New York City Mayor Mamdani

Can the Democratic socialist deliver on the big cost-of-living promises that propelled him to victory?

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How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse

Inside the K-beauty industry that has made South Korea a major player in worldwide beauty market.

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Watch: Earthquake interrupts Mexico's president during press conference

The 6.5 magnitude trembler shook buildings and set off the country's earthquake alert system.

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What images and videos tell us about why Swiss bar fire spread so quickly

How the blaze took hold with such ferocity, killing at least 40 people and leaving many more critically injured, is now a key focus for officials.

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Americans brace to start New Year without healthcare

More than 20 million Americans are preparing for steeper healthcare costs in the New Year because of expiring subsidies.

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Finnish police seize ship suspected of sabotaging undersea cable

Police arrested 14 crew members on the ship sailing from St Petersburg, Russia, to the Israeli port of Haifa.

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Jailed HK tycoon's 'teeth rotting and fingernails falling off', daughter tells BBC

The daughter of Jimmy Lai tells the BBC that her father's health is deteriorating in prison.

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Fireworks, drums and light shows: How the world is welcoming 2026

Countries around the world celebrated the new year with colourful shows and long-held traditions.

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