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Crowds cheer 100th annual wild pony swim

The Chincoteague wild ponies have made their annual swim across the Assateague Channel in Virginia

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Steve Rosenberg: Russia is staying quiet on Trump's nuclear move

The US president said he's ordered two nuclear submarines to move closer to Russia, after a social media spat with Russia's ex-president.

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Mali charges ex-PM with undermining the state over post on X

Moussa Mara expressed solidarity with opposition figures held after political parties were dissolved.

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Watch: Hot dog spill clogs US highway

Thousands of hot dogs spilled onto a Pennsylvania highway after a lorry scraped a car.

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And Just Like That... Sex and the City reboot's third season to be its last

The season's finale will mark the end of the 'Sex and the City universe', its showrunner announced.

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Chess grandmaster wins first online competition at Esports World Cup

World number one Magnus Carlsen takes home $250,000 (£188,000) for winning the online competition.

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They escaped Ukraine's frontlines. The sound of drones followed them

As technology transforms the war in Ukraine, soldiers are experiencing a new form of trauma: "Droneophobia".

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Twelve years house arrest for Colombian ex-leader Álvaro Uribe

The 73-year-old is the first ex-president in Colombia's history to be convicted of a crime.

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Jeremy Bowen: 'Thank you, but it's too late': Why some Palestinians aren't convinced by Starmer's promise

Some say Britain's decision is an important first step – while others worry it won't make a real difference.

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Trump fires lead official on economic data as tariffs cause market drop

The move comes as a weaker-than-expected jobs report stoked fears about tariffs.

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North Korea sent me abroad to be a secret IT worker. My wages funded the regime

In a rare interview, a former North Korean IT worker reveals the secret scheme raising funds for Kim Jong Un’s regime.

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Manhunt under way after 4 killed in Montana bar shooting

The suspect, named as Michael Paul Brown, is believed to be "armed and dangerous", police say.

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A tug of war between planes and kites in Indonesia's skies

Authorities warn that kite-flying, a popular pastime in Indonesia, can be a deadly threat to planes.

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Wounded soldier escapes battlefield using e-bike delivered by drone

The Ukraine war has seen remarkable innovations in drone technology but it’s rare to see them saving lives.

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Budapest mayor questioned by police over banned pride march

Speaking on Friday, Karacsony told supporters: "Neither freedom nor love can be banned in Budapest".

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Italy plan to process migrants in Albania dealt blow by EU court

The court says the way Italy defines a "safe" country breaks EU law.

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Putin not swayed by Trump's Ukraine war ultimatum

The Russian president says Moscow's initial tough demands must be met, despite a looming US sanctions deadline.

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Trump moves nuclear submarines after ex-Russian president's comments

US President Donald Trump says two nuclear submarines are being deployed in the "appropriate regions".

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After a blown deadline, what next for US-Canada trade?

There are pressures on both sides to give businesses a reprieve, but the tone remains markedly downbeat.

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Ghislaine Maxwell moved to minimum-security women's prison in Texas

The move comes a week after Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking, met a top Justice Department official about the Epstein case.

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France suspends Gaza evacuations after student antisemitism row

The Palestinian student, who arrived in France in July, has had her university accreditation withdrawn.

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Confusion and anger in Switzerland - hit by highest tariffs in Europe

Trump threatened Switzerland with 31% tariffs but they ended up even higher, leaving the country asking why.

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Rhino horns turned radioactive to fight poachers in South Africa

The scheme is the latest innovation in decades of work aiming to protect South Africa’s rhinos.

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Zoo worker killed by tiger in Jerusalem

A worker has died after being attacked during a "behind-the-scenes tour" for visitors.

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Trump envoy visits controversial Gaza aid distribution site

The visit with the IDF follows near daily reports of deadly shootings in the vicinity of the sites.

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Zelensky demands tougher sanctions after Russian strikes kill 31 in Kyiv

It comes after the capital saw one of the most deadliest assaults since Russia's 2022 invasion.

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Watch: 'UFO' spotted in Australian skies identified as Chinese rocket

Astrophysicists said that the unusual lights spotted over Brisbane were tied to a satellite launch from China.

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Two girls shot in Gaza - BBC pieces together what happened and looks at dozens more child shootings

Layan and Mira were killed in proximity to IDF soldiers - the Israeli military says intentional harm to civilians is prohibited and their cases will be examined by the authorities.

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Flooded streets and subway systems as storms slam US East Coast

New York and New Jersey have issued a state of emergency for areas hit by the strong storm system.

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Shock, chaos and a hollow win: Chasing a tariff deal with Trump

It's been a fraught process for many countries - with little detail about what exactly has been agreed.

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White House unveils plans for new $200m ballroom

Donald Trump has been calling for the White House to build a new ballroom for nearly a decade.

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Trump's global tariffs 'victory' may well come at a high price

The US President considers it a win - but if this all triggers a foundational realignment, the results may not break in his favour

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Iran drives out 1.5 million Afghans, with some branded spies for Israel

Since a war with Israel in June, Iran has stepped up forcible returns. Some Afghans say they were beaten.

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Radioactive wasp nest found at old US nuclear weapons site

The nest with 10 times more radiation than permitted was found at a facility that once produced parts for US nuclear weapons.

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A sinkhole revives debate about migrant workers' rights in Singapore

A group of workers who rescued a driver from a sinkhole have drawn praise - and reignited debate.

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Young Ukrainians get their way as Zelensky overturns law to defuse crisis

Ukraine's parliament votes to restore the independence of two anti-corruption agencies after large-scale protests.

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US to deny visas to Palestinian officials

The US says both the PLO and the Palestinian Administration continue to support "terrorism".

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Kyiv toll rises to 16 as wave of Russian strikes defies Trump ceasefire demand

A boy and his mother are among the dead and Kyiv says it has seen the biggest number of child casualties of the war.

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US envoy to visit Gaza, as hospital says dozens killed seeking food

US special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit Gaza on Friday to inspect food distribution sites, the White House said.

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Gazan boy first to be treated in UK for war injuries

Majd, 15, was almost killed by an Israeli tank shell last February. He has finally arrived in the UK for reconstructive surgery.

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EU-US tariff deal not finished yet, say Europeans unhappy with Trump's terms

Discrepancies between the two sides' version of the deal have emerged, and key details of the agreement are yet to be negotiated.

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'Like a sci-fi movie': US baby born from 30-year-old frozen embryo breaks record

It is believed to be longest that an embryo has been frozen before resulting in a successful live birth.

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Swedish jihadist jailed for life over IS murder of Jordanian pilot in Syria

The killing of Lt Moaz al-Kasasbeh by the Islamic State group was shown in a grim video circulated online in 2015.

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More than 30 killed in nursing home hit by Beijing floods

Local officials admit "loopholes in emergency planning" and say the incident is a painful lesson that serves as "a wake-up call".

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Watch: Huge stick insect discovered in Australia

A new "supersized" species of stick insect that is roughly as heavy as a golf ball has been discovered in Australia.

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US allies break with Trump to force diplomatic shift on Gaza

As Canada joins France and the UK with plans to recognise a Palestinian state, the US stands firmly with Israel - but does Trump have a long-term plan for Gaza's future?

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Warning issued after US energy drink cans accidentally filled with vodka

The warnings impact certain varieties of High Noon vodka seltzers and Celsius energy drink cans.

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Tsunami alerts lifted after huge earthquake prompts evacuations across Pacific

Alerts were issued across the Pacific following the 8.8 magnitude quake in Russia's Far East, but no deaths were reported.

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What does recognising a Palestinian state mean?

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel meets certain conditions.

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Tanzania's ban on foreigners operating small businesses sparks Kenyan backlash

They are barred from areas like mobile money transfers, tour guiding, small-scale mining and curio shops.

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More than a dozen children die because of food shortages in Sudan camp - medics

Famine has been declared in areas of Darfur, an region particularly hard hit by the ongoing civil war.

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Why did Russian mega earthquake not cause more tsunami damage?

The earthquake was one of the strongest ever recorded, but its tsunami was not as bad as feared.

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Family and fans give Ozzy Osbourne emotional send-off

A tearful Sharon Osbourne accompanies Ozzy's coffin through Birmingham, watched by a large crowd.

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Olympic star Dahlmeier dead after climbing accident

Two-time Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier dies aged 31 after a mountaineering accident in Pakistan.

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India and US launch 'first-of-its-kind' satellite

Nasa-Isro joint mission Nisar will record the minutest of changes in the land, sea or ice sheets.

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Adidas to raise prices as US tariffs costs rise by €200m

The German sportswear giant sources most of its products from Vietnam and Indonesia.

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Watch: Major earthquake off Russia triggers widespread tsunami warnings

Tsunami warnings have been issued in Russia, Japan, Ecuador and Hawaii.

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Russian soldiers scammed and robbed of war cash on return from Ukraine

A number of cases emerge of servicemen targeted for their salaries and pay-offs by government officials.

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Why plane turbulence is becoming more frequent - and more severe

Flights are getting bumpier, thanks in part to climate change. But new studies are looking into innovative potential ways to turbulence-proof wings - using AI and owls

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UK to recognise Palestinian state unless Israel meets conditions

The PM announces there will be a shift in policy in September, unless Israel takes steps including agreeing a ceasefire in Gaza.

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Watch: Fighter jet swerves dramatically to avoid birds near packed beach

Footage shows a Spanish fighter jet narrowly missing a flock of birds during an air show in Gijon.

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A mistaken elevator, frantic emails and a run for help - how New York shooting unfolded

Workers barricaded doors and sent goodbye notes as a man roamed through a skyscraper killing people.

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Watch: How did Gaza get to the brink of starvation?

The BBC's diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams explains how the people of Gaza have reached a point of starvation.

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Bowen: Plan to recognise Palestinian state a big change for British foreign policy

PM Sir Keir Starmer has said the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel takes "substantive steps to end the appalling situation in Gaza".

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BBC visits Beijing region hit by deadly flood

The BBC's Stephen McDonell is in Miyun, one of the areas hardest-hit by the severe weather.

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Watch: Nursing home residents rescued from China floods

At least 30 people have been killed in floods that have inundated large parts of northeastern China.

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Watch: New York in shock after fatal office shooting

A New York City police officer is among the four people killed in a shooting inside a Midtown Manhattan high-rise building.

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Watch: BBC's Jeremy Bowen goes onboard a plane dropping aid into Gaza

The BBC's international editor was on a Jordanian flight as it dropped supplies into Gaza.

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EU and US agree trade deal, with 15% tariffs for European exports to America

US President Donald Trump and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen confirm the deal after "tough negotiations" in Scotland.

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Several reported killed in German train derailment

German media report deaths and injuries in crash near Stuttgart, south-west Germany.

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Jordan and UAE drop aid in Gaza as Israel begins 'tactical pause'

Israel's concession to aid come as it faces growing international pressure to alleviate mass starvation in Gaza.

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Bowen: Israel's aid measures a gesture to allies horrified by Gaza starvation

This might be a tacit admission by the Israelis that they need to do more - but more likely the measures are a response to allies.

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Churchgoers killed in DR Congo attack linked to Islamic State

Around 20 were taking part in a night vigil which was stormed by armed men, officials say.

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Firefighters battle to contain Greek wildfires

Greece is battling five major wildfires across the country amid a severe heatwave and high winds

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Cameroon opposition leader banned from challenging world's oldest president

Maurice Kamto came second to 92-year-old Paul Biya in the previous election amid allegations of fraud.

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Astronomer's 'clever' PR move embracing CEO scandal - featuring Gwyneth Paltrow

The company at the heart of the Coldplay 'kiss cam' scandal has released a video featuring the ex-wife of Chris Martin.

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Passengers use emergency slides to flee plane fire in US

One person was taken to hospital after a fire started during takeoff.

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Greece battles wildfires, evacuating residents near Athens

Residents just 30km away from Athens have fled their homes, as Greece's temperatures are forecast to reach 44C on Sunday.

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The last custodian: A Kashmiri artisan's battle to save a musical legacy

Ghulam Mohammed Zaz fears for the future of the hand-made santoor as there are no takers for the dying artform.

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Eleven injured in stabbing at Michigan Walmart, authorities say

One person is in custody following the incident in Traverse City, which police say was a "random act".

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Europe accused of going soft on Azerbaijan to avoid buying Russian gas

Critics say EU policy has given Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev a free hand during his crackdown on opponents.

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Screams and chaos: The moments after Bangladesh fighter jet hit a primary school

At least 31 people were killed, many of them schoolchildren, when a fighter jet crashed into a school in Dhaka.

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Israel to open Gaza humanitarian corridors as aid drops begin

IDF says it wants to improve humanitarian response in Gaza after days of pressure and growing reports of starvation.

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Canadian wildfires prompt New York air quality alert

Authorities warn air quality is 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' in many parts of New York state on Saturday.

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Trump calls on Thailand and Cambodia to stop fighting

As he golfs in Scotland, the US president talks to the Thai and Cambodia leaders about stopping fighting.

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Insurance giant says most US customer data stolen in cyber-attack

Hackers accessed "personally identifiable data" of the firm's customers, financial professionals and staff.

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Bowen: Air dropping aid is an act of desperation that won't end hunger in Gaza

Air drops can look good on television, but deliver very little aid and endanger civilian lives.

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Gaza aid site offered a 'women only' day. It didn't stop the killing

Families say mothers Mary Sheikh al-Eid and Khadija Abu Anza were shot while seeking aid from GHF station in southern Gaza.

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Hackers steal images from women's dating safety app that vets men

Thousands of women registered with Tea have had their images illegally accessed, the US firm says.

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Five killed as Ukraine and Russia trade drone attacks

Three people die in strikes on Dnipro in Ukraine, while two are killed in Russia's Rostov region.

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UK condemns Hong Kong cash offer for help in arresting activists

David Lammy and Yvette Cooper describe the bounties as "another example of transnational repression".

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Artist explores the toxic mining legacy of Zambia's 'black mountains'

A major exhibition about the dangerous lives of the boys and young men who scour slag heaps in search of copper.

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School-leavers losing their lives for Russia in Putin's war with Ukraine

Russia has promised that no 18-year-olds will be sent to fight in Ukraine, but the BBC finds many have already been killed.

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Thais and Cambodians slug it out on social media, as border tensions flare

A war of words is raging on social media, a years-long battleground for Thais and Cambodians.

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Tee time with Trump - striking balls and deals over 18 holes

For some US presidents, golf was a break from work - but for Trump, visiting Scotland this weekend, it is anything but.

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Southwest flight plummets, injuring flight attendants

The drastic manoeuvre was necessary to avoid collision with another plane, according to reports.

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​​What is inside the GHF aid box being distributed in Gaza

BBC Verify examines the meals handed out to Gazans - and their nutritional value is questioned by some experts.

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World's thirst for matcha dries up global supplies

Surging demand, smaller tea crops due to heatwaves and US tariffs on Japan are pushing up matcha prices.

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'I witnessed war crimes' in Gaza, former worker at GHF aid site tells BBC

A retired US soldier reveals why he quit working at Israel and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aid hubs.

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Taiwan holds controversial vote targeting 'pro-China' lawmakers

The vote could alter the balance of power in Taiwan, which has seen months of political deadlock.