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Fourteen migrants dead after collision with Greek coastguard boat

The coastguard said a pursuit was under way at the time of the collision, near the island of Chios.

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Trial of Norway crown princess' son hears tearful account in rape trial

The first alleged victim begins giving evidence in Marius Borg Høiby's trial for rape and more than 30 other alleged offences.

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Spain announces plans to ban social media for under-16s

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says the move will protect children from the "digital Wild West".

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Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of ex-Libyan leader, reportedly killed

The 53-year-old, who was once widely seen as the second most powerful person in Libya, was killed on Tuesday according to Libyan media.

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Gazans returning through Rafah crossing describe checks by Palestinian militia

One Palestinian woman said members of the Israel-linked militia searched them and their belongings at an Israeli checkpoint inside Gaza.

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US says it shot down Iranian drone flying towards aircraft carrier

A US military spokesman says the drone was shot down while approaching an American vessel in the Arabian Sea.

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France teacher fighting for life after knife attack by pupil

A 14-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing in a classroom on Tuesday.

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BBC joins Colombian commandos fighting 'never-ending battle' against drug gangs

As the US and Colombian presidents meet, Orla Guerin joins a police unit tasked with finding and destroying jungle cocaine labs.

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BBC on the front line with Colombia's war on drugs

BBC Senior international correspondent Orla Guerin joined a special operation over Colombia's cocaine heartland, tasked with destroying crude cocaine labs hidden deep in the jungle.

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Bus carrying pilgrims overturns in Brazil killing 15 on board

Three children are among those who died in the accident, which happened on the return leg of their journey.

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Two arrested over attempted sabotage of German naval vessels

Two port workers are accused of trying to damage military ships, including by dumping gravel into an engine.

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Seven million cancers a year are preventable, says report

Scientists say there is a powerful opportunity to save lives because nearly 40% of cancers are preventable.

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Thousands of Epstein documents taken down after victims identified

The US Department of Justice faces criticism from victims after names and unredacted images included in latest release.

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Trump says Republicans 'should take over the voting' and 'nationalise' US elections

American elections are primarily run by state law, and voting is administered by local officials across the country.

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Restored angel fresco resembling Italian PM Meloni sparks investigation

The artist has denied modelling the fresco on the prime minister.

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Chappell Roan says revealing Grammys outfit wasn't 'that outrageous'

The US pop star drew attention for her breast-baring chiffon Mugler dress at Sunday's ceremony.

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'I was thinking about mum': Boy, 13, swims for hours to save family swept out to sea

Austin Applebee recounts his 'superhuman' swim which saved the lives of his mother and siblings in Australia.

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Russia ends 'week-long pause' with major attack on Ukraine energy sites

The attack - which reportedly consisted of more than 70 missiles and 450 drones - comes after a so-called "energy truce" expired at the weekend.

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Paris prosecutors raid France offices of Elon Musk's X

The Paris prosecutor says its cyber-crime unit is conducting a search of X's offices.

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Fifa president 'infantile' for wanting to lift Russia ban, Ukraine minister says

Ukraine's sports minister calls Fifa president Gianni Infantino "irresponsible" and "infantile" for saying it will look at lifting a ban on Russia.

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Iran's president says it will negotiate with the US

Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran would pursue "fair and equitable" talks, as the US builds up forces in the region.

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Air India grounds Boeing jet after pilot flags possible fuel control switch defect

The grounding comes amid an investigation into a crash last year involving an aircraft of the same model.

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Trump seeks $1bn in damages from Harvard

The announcement is the latest development in the White House's ongoing feud with the Ivy League institution.

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Son of Norway's crown princess goes on trial in tense moment for royal family

Marius Borg Høiby is accused of 38 charges including four counts of rape in one of the biggest cases in Norway for years.

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US judge temporarily blocks lifting of deportation protections for Haiti migrants

The judge said the Department of Homeland Security Secretary did not have facts or law on her side.

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Hope and uncertainty as India and US strike long-delayed trade deal

Indian industry has welcomed lower tariffs, but experts caution against celebration until details are clearer.

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China bans hidden car door handles over safety concerns

It makes China the first country to outlaw designs first popularised by Elon Musk's Tesla.

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Watch: Why is no-one being prosecuted over the Epstein files?

Gary O'Donoghue looks at why no prosecutions have yet come from the release of millions of documents.

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Clintons agree to testify on Epstein as vote looms to hold them in contempt of Congress

The couple bows to the House Oversight Committee's demands after arguing for months that its subpoenas were invalid.

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SpaceX to take over Elon Musk's AI firm

Musk's space exploration company and his AI start-up are merging.

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Shanties in a Lagos lagoon: Bulldozed and burnt

Residents suspect the demolitions are aimed at gentrifying the waterfront in Nigeria's biggest city, but officials deny this.

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After months of acrimony, Colombia's Petro is about to meet Trump

Despite some recent cordiality, the Colombian and Americans leaders have long traded barbs and accusations.

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Federal officers in Minneapolis to get body cameras 'effective immediately'

The decision follows bipartisan push for more accountablility after two US citizens were shot and killed by federal immigration officers in Minnesota.

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US and India reach trade deal, Trump says after Modi call

Tariffs will drop from 50% to 18% on Indian goods, while India has agreed to stop buying Russian oil.

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BBC reports from Oslo court ahead of rape trial of Crown Princess's son

Norway's royal family has been embroiled in recent scandals, including Crown Princess Mette-Marit links with Epstein.

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Ghana suspends citizenship process for people of African descent

Since 2016, those who can prove their ancestors came from Africa have been able to get Ghanaian nationality.

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Crown Princess's son arrested for alleged assault before rape trial in Norway

Marius Borg Høiby, who goes on trial on Tuesday, has been remanded in custody for four weeks after new allegations.

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Ukraine hails 'real results' after Musk restricts Russian Starlink use

Starlink-enabled drones have been linked to a number of recent deadly attacks by Russia on Ukraine.

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Watch: Punxsutawney Phil emerges for Groundhog Day

Legend has it that if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow there will be six more weeks of winter, if not, spring is around the corner.

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'Pay and smile' - Rome visitors face Trevi Fountain charge

Italy's capital city has introduced a €2 fee to access the viewing area of its iconic fountain, which had previously been free to visit.

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'Brave' boy, 13, swims 4km to save family stranded off Australia coast

The teenager is praised for his courage and bravery after swimming back to shore to raise the alarm.

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Beijing criticises Dalai Lama Grammy win as 'manipulation'

The Buddhist spiritual leader is recognised in the audiobook category for his meditations.

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Trump threatens to sue Trevor Noah over Epstein joke at Grammys

The US president labels Noah a "total loser" over a joke he told on stage during the awards ceremony.

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Australian woman dies after becoming snagged in ski lift in Japan

The 22-year-old became caught in a chairlift and was suspended in midair before having a heart attack, officials say.

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Eighty kidnapped Nigerians return home after escape

They were among 177 people seized last month from three churches in northern Kaduna state.

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Partial US government shutdown enters third day as funding standoff continues

Democrats want changes in funding to the Department of Homeland Security in light of the fatal shootings of two US citizens during immigration raids.

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Candidate tough on crime wins Costa Rica presidential election

Laura Fernández won the election outright in the first round amid concern about a rise in organised crime.

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Gaza's key Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopens

Only dozens of Palestinians and no goods will be able to cross in both directions each day.

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Watch: Snake at train station scares Sydney commuters

People were seen running away as soon as they came across the venomous snake.

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'Enemy' insults and questioning Putin: Steve Rosenberg on tightrope of reporting from Russia

The BBC's Russia editor reflects on the difficulties of working as a British journalist in Moscow.

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China executes four more Myanmar mafia members

China has executed four members of the Bai family mafia, which ran scam centres in Myanmar, state media report.

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Watch: Giant rat leads floating parade to kick off 2026 Venice Carnival

The grand opening took place on Sunday, with a variety of boats and floats making their way through the city's canals.

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Bad Bunny declares 'ICE out' as he wins Grammy

The Puerto Rican star gets political, as he's tipped to win the main prize, album of the year.

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India's snakebite crisis is killing tens of thousands every year

A new report has found that 99% of healthcare workers in India face challenges administering antivenom.

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Kennedy Center to close for two years for renovations, Trump says

The move follows several artists cancelling performances at the storied institution after it was recently renamed as the Trump Kennedy Center.

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Three West African juntas have turned to Russia. Now the US wants to engage them

The US signals that restoring democracy is no longer a priority and it is ready to work with Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger.

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Stars hit red carpet at Grammy Awards show

A collection of some of the best looks from Sunday's awards in Los Angeles.

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Syria's only female minister pushes for change: 'I'm not here for window dressing'

The BBC's Lyse Doucet follows Hind Kabawat as she confronts the challenges of fragmented, post-Assad Syria.

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Starbucks bets on robots to brew a turnaround in customers

Chief executive Brian Niccol explains why he thinks AI will help the coffee giant regain its buzz.

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Norway's PM agrees crown princess had 'poor judgement' over Epstein links

Jonas Gahr Støre says he agreed with Princess Mette-Marit's own remarks over her contacts with the late sex offender.

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'Do you think you're the devil himself?' Epstein questioned in newly released interview

The footage, which is part of millions of files released by the US Department of Justice, shows the late sex offender being questioned by an unnamed interviewer.

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KPop Demon Hunters make history as Grammys get under way

The Cure, Yungblud and FKA Twigs are the first British winners on the night in Los Angeles.

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Iranian protester Erfan Soltani released on bail, reports say

Reports in January had said he was due to be executed after his arrest in connection with anti-government protests.

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Boy, 5, and father detained by ICE return to Minnesota after release

A congressman confirmed that Liam Conejo Ramos had been released and was at home with his hat and backpack.

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Venezuela release rights activist Javier Tarazona

It is latest in a series of prisoner releases announced by the government amid US pressure for reforms.

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Twelve killed by Russian strike near bus in Ukraine, official says

Seven others were reported injured in the strike on Sunday, according to preliminary information.

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Aspiring Nigerian singer dies after being bitten by a snake

Ifunanya Nwangene, a former contestant in The Voice Nigeria, died after not getting the antivenom she needed.

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Epstein sent $75,000 to accounts linked to Mandelson, files suggest

Lord Mandelson says he has no record or recollection of receiving the sums and does not know if the documents are authentic.

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French tech giant Capgemini to sell US subsidiary working for ICE

The firm's move comes amid global scrutiny of the methods used by the US immigration enforcement agency.

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Teenager dies from Swiss bar fire injuries, bringing death toll to 41

The 18-year-old Swiss national died at a hospital in Zurich, the local prosecutor said.

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Israel to ban MSF from working in Gaza over refusal to provide staff list

Medical charity Medicine Sans Frontières said it would not share the list as it had not been able to ensure staff would remain safe.

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Melania director Brett Ratner pictured cuddling woman in Epstein files

The images of Ratner with Epstein and unidentified women were released the same day as his documentary about the US first lady.

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LA 2028 Olympics chief 'deeply regrets' flirty emails with Ghislaine Maxwell

Casey Wasserman's flirty emails were among millions of files published by the US Department of Justice on Friday.

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Iran in 'serious discussions' with US, Trump says, as military threat looms

Iran is expected to begin a live-fire naval exercise in the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.

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Rare earths and data centres: India pushes local industry as global tensions rise

India's budget focuses on infrastructure and defence spending and tax breaks for data-centre investments.

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Slovakia PM's national security adviser resigns over Epstein links

Miroslav Lajčák steps down after newly released exchanges showed him discussing girls and diplomacy with the late sex offender.

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Israeli air strikes kill at least 32 Palestinians in Gaza, rescue officials say

Israel's military confirmed the strikes, which come during a ceasefire that Israel and Hamas accuse each other of breaking.

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Pakistan military says it has killed 92 militants in Balochistan

It says 15 security personnel and 18 civilians were also killed after militants attacked many cities in Pakistan's province.

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Grammy Awards 2026: How to watch and who will win

Who's performing, who will win, and everything else you need to know about the 2026 Grammy ceremony.

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Rape trial puts Norway's royal family in unwelcome glare of public

Marius Borg Høiby, the crown prince's blond stepson, is accused of 38 charges in a case that has attracted global interest.

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After ICE raids... a once bustling Chicago neighbourhood has changed

Businesses in Little Village - known as the "Mexico of the Midwest" - are suffering after months of immigration raids.

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The king's speech - and why it has foreigners in South Africa worried

The Zulu king was trying to calm anti-migrant feelings but ended up using a highly derogatory phrase.

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Takeaways from the millions of newly released Epstein files

Three million new documents include hundreds of mentions of Trump and emails between Epstein and a person called "The Duke".

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Judge orders release of five-year-old detained by ICE in Minneapolis

The detention of pre-schooler Liam Conejo Ramos, pictured wearing a blue bunny-shaped hat and a Spider-Man backpack, sparked national outcry.

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Five killed in gas explosions in Iran, officials say

Fourteen people are reportedly injured after separate blasts were reported on Saturday.

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US Commerce Secretary Lutnick planned Epstein island visit, emails show

The emails show Lutnick and his family planned a trip to Little Saint James, a private island Epstein purchased in 1998.

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Federal judge denies request to block ICE surge in Minnesota

A judge said ICE activity could have "heartbreaking" effects but said the state hadn't proven its case.

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Pedro Pascal and Meryl Streep lead tributes to Catherine O'Hara

The Canadian comedic actress died in Los Angeles on Friday at the age of 71 following a brief illness.

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Musk's SpaceX applies to launch 1m satellites into orbit

The firm wants to create a network of "orbital data centres" to power artificial intelligence.

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Former CNN host Don Lemon charged in anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church

Lemon says he was just doing his job as a journalist reporting on the protests at the church.

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Canada's Poilievre sweeps Conservative party leadership test with 87.4%

The opposition leader received a strong show of support from party delegates, despite the recent electoral loss against the Liberals.

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Watch: Frozen river hosts dance party in Kyiv

Residents in the Ukrainian capital are finding joy in unusual places, despite power cuts caused by Russian attacks and freezing winter temperatures.

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More than 200 killed in mine collapse in DR Congo

The mine gave way after heavy rains on Wednesday, a local rebel spokesman says.

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Israel eyes regime change in Iran - and is counting on Trump to make it happen

Analysts believe PM Netanyahu is urging the US towards maximalist strikes.

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Pokémon cancels event at controversial Japan shrine following backlash

The event, advertised through official channels, was criticised in China for being held at a military memorial.

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Ukrainians brace for -20C despite energy truce: 'It will be a catastrophe'

Already facing electricity cuts, civilians are struggling to keep warm in their own homes as temperatures are set to plummet.

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Israel split over plans to bring back death penalty for deadly attacks

In a highly controversial move, some Israeli MPs are trying to introduce the death penalty for Palestinian attackers.

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US government partially shuts down despite last minute funding deal

The soonest the US House of Representatives can vote on the funding deal and end the shutdown is Monday.

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What we learned - and didn't - from the Melania documentary

Melania, directed by Brett Ratner, provides a fleeting glimpse into the life of the enigmatic first lady.

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Stay or go - what's next for coyote that escaped to Alcatraz?

The canine is surviving on a diet of birds after swimming to the isolated prison island.