US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for death of soldiers

The US says the attacks were aimed at degrading Iran's capabilities to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Merger deal between Paramount and Warner Bros paused by judge

US court temporarily stops Paramount and Warner Bros merging after 12 states launched legal action.

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This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't

Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.

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Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time show

Robbie Williams and Jennifer Hudson also performed, with Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet among the celebrities in the crowds.

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Watch: Torrential rain hits New York and New Jersey triggering flash floods

Water cascaded into subway stations and flooded streets, with people seen wading through water.

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Why the World Cup half-time show may be a taste of things to come

The 2026 World Cup's spectacle is creating debate about the place of music in sport - and how it could infiltrate other tournaments.

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Private jets flock to Montana - but locals can't afford the trailer park

Rents in Bozeman, Montana have skyrocketed as wealthy out-of-towners flock to the city to experience the American West.

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More than 500 Rohingya vanished at sea - what happened?

Two boats carrying an estimated 530 Rohingyas have disappeared since leaving Myanmar on 29 June.

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As heatwaves strike, Europeans turn to prized Chinese air-conditioner

Previously little-known in Europe, the Midea PortaSplit has become a household name this summer.

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Watch: What to know as Genoa bridge disaster trial ends

More than 50 defendants have been on trial in Italy over the 2018 bridge collapse which killed 43 people.

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Trump retreat over Hormuz tolls suggests he is struggling to end Iran war

The abrupt about-face from the US president was the latest twist in a conflict that has now lasted more than four months.

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Wife describes moment husband nearly sucked out of Ryanair plane

A man was nearly sucked head-first out of a cabin window mid-air on a Ryanair plane.

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How US commerce secretary's Epstein links were uncovered by British whistleblower

Simon Andriesz made the discovery about Howard Lutnick in publicly released Epstein files.

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Watch: Horses evacuated as fire approaches riding centre near Paris

The Fontainebleau forest blaze, described by officials as of 'exceptional scale', continues to rage for the second day.

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Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies aged 74

He took power in 1996 after staging a bloodless coup against his father, and went on to transform Qatar into the gas-rich power it is today.

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South Africa says more than 53,000 foreigners deported in migration campaign

South Africa is cracking down on undocumented migrants following widespread anti-immigration protests.

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How a viral seal called Neil caused mayhem in Australia

The five-year-old elephant seal attracted global attention during his recent time ashore in southern Tasmania.

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Indian tourists among 15 killed as speedboat capsizes in Vietnam

Local media say 21 people were saved after the boat overturned in rough seas near an island in south Vietnam.

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Boxy forms and odd lights: US declassifies more UFO files

The US government published a fourth instalment of unresolved cases, promising to release more files on a rolling basis.

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China lands reusable rocket for first time, state media says

It follows similar landings of reusable rockets by US-owned companies SpaceX and Blue Origin.

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Watch: What links a bomb in Monaco and a shooting in Ukraine?

A Ukrainian intelligence agent who confessed to killing the woman suspected of trying to assassinate a multimillionaire in Monaco, has now claimed he did not pull the trigger.

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What's next for Iran after the funeral of their late supreme leader?

The BBC's chief international correspondent looks at how Iran's new leadership will respond to several issues affecting the country.

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Arizona toddler found alive in hospital morgue after declared dead from drowning

After he was discovered to still be alive, the 18-month-old was flown to another hospital and survived.

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Watch: Nato chief asked if there really is 'unity' in Nato

Nato's secretary general insists there is "unity" among Nato members, but the BBC's security correspondent asks if that is really the case.

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Watch: Moment rare tornado lashes central Chinese cities

Videos shared with the BBC show debris flying through the air as the storm swept through Ezhou and Huanggang in Hubei province.

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More than 1,000 arrested as part of global human trafficking crackdown

Interpol says the vast majority of the 2,070 victims or potential victims identified were women being trafficked for sex.

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Why a Diljit Dosanjh film vanished from streaming after two days

The film's troubled journey spans years of censorship disputes, court battles and an unexpected release on a streaming platform.

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Trump thanks Fifa for overturning USA striker's ban

Folarin Balogun is available to play for the United States in their World Cup last-16 tie against Belgium after his one-game ban is suspended by Fifa.

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Moment of destiny for France's Le Pen in verdict to decide her future in presidential race

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is appealing against a verdict which found her guilty of misusing EU funds.

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Funeral of Iran's former supreme leader 'intensely political moment'

Authorities expect up to 20 million people to attend ceremonies across Iran and Iraq over the coming days.

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Eala wins 'for all the girls with ruffled socks and chubby cheeks'

Alexandra Eala dedicates her stunning win over defending Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek to "all the girls with ruffled socks and chubby cheeks".

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German row over plan for workers to need sick note on first day of illness

A doctors' group says it "borders on madness" that patients will have to obtain the note in person.

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Anguished families left to identify Venezuela quake victims at makeshift morgue

The disaster has overwhelmed local services, with bodies put outside or in tents for identification.

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Nasa launches mission to save falling space telescope

A Nasa-funded robot has blasted off to catch a falling telescope in mid-orbit and blast it back to safety before it burns up.

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A mayor in Japan announced her maternity leave - and got the whole country talking

In the face of criticism, Shoko Kawata, 35, says she loves her job and is proud to be taking time off to have a baby.

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Aunt of Venezuelan boy pulled from rubble tells BBC she will give him 'mother's warmth'

Kleiber Moran, 2, was rescued on Wednesday, six days after last week's deadly earthquakes.

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People smuggler convicted in France found by BBC living in UK and seeking asylum

Once described as "the godfather" of French migrant camps, he has been working in a Leicestershire village.

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Businessman goes on trial over murder of Maltese journalist

Yorgen Fenech denies any involvement in the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia in 2017.

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Angry Venezuelans accuse government of negligence over earthquake response

People in areas devastated by twin earthquakes say they need more support from the government.

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