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Elon Musk says Doge was 'somewhat successful' but he would not do it again - The Tesla boss says instead of leading the Department of Government Efficiency, he could have been working for his companies. 2 hrs ago

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Taliban warn Afghans who wore 'un-Islamic' Peaky Blinders outfits -- The friends were warned their clothing was "in conflict with Afghan and Islamic values", a Taliban spokesman told the BBC. -- Asia

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LIVE - Using verified video to track Thailand-Cambodia border clashes

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Trump vows to make US affordable again, as Americans feel the pinch -- The president says he is focused on "making America affordable again", as cost of living becomes a campaign issue. -- US & Canada

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Canadian airline Air Transat and pilot union reach tentative agreement -- The pilots' union had threatened to strike after contract talks stalled.

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Artist Nnena Kalu earns 'historic' Turner Prize win -- Kalu wins for her sculptures and drawings, becoming the first learning disabled artist to scoop the award.

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UK PM urges European leaders to reform human rights laws to tackle illegal migration -- The talks in Strasbourg are the most significant sign yet that international human rights law could be reinterpreted. -- Politics

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Meghan sends letter to estranged father in hospital

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Ukraine 'ready for elections' if partners guarantee security, Zelensky says -- He was speaking after US President Donald Trump repeated claims Kyiv was "using war" to avoid elections. -- Europe

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US jets tracked circling Gulf of Venezuela as tensions mount

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Gunfire as rebels target key DR Congo city despite Trump peace deal

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Man charged with attempted murder over shooting of NFL player

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Eileen Higgins elected as first Democratic mayor of Miami in three decades

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Kate Winslet says her family never watch The Holiday -- The Oscar-winning star says watching herself on screen is "an excruciating experience." -- Culture

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How long Britain could really fight for if war broke out tomorrow -- In the event of a war, one expert suggests the British Army could be incapable of fighting effectively on land within weeks, once committed - though 'much depends on the form of the conflict'.

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Why has the price of silver hit a record high? -- The price of the precious metal has topped $60 an ounce for the first time ever.

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Harry Potter to Eyes Wide Shut: 12 of the best alternative festive films - Fancy a change from The Muppet Christmas Carol? BBC journalists pick the films that get them in the holiday mood.

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How monogamous are humans? Scientists compile 'league table' of pairing up -- When it comes to monogamy, humans more closely resemble meerkats and beavers than our primate cousins.

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'It's insulting they think we can't handle it': The Australian teens banned from social media -- Millions of Australian teens will no longer be allowed to use social media. Who wins and who loses out?

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'My dad abused 130 boys - learning the truth was horrifying' -- The daughter of serial abuser John Smyth says time has not diminished the "horror" of his actions.

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'What's your name?' - Moment police confront Luigi Mangione at McDonald's

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Watch: Ozzy the dog sets Guinness World record for longest canine tongue

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Watch Australian teens test out social media on first day of ban

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These young Australians grew up with social media - what do they think of the ban?

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Watch: Here's what Trump has said on affordability

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Spat at, attacked and threatened by schoolkids - life as a bus driver in Britain -- The BBC has spoken to passengers, transport staff and bus drivers about a growing national trend of antisocial behaviour on public transport. -- Birmingham & Black Country

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McDonald's pulls AI Christmas ad after backlash -- McDonald's said the moment served as "an important learning" as it explored "the effective use of AI". -- Technology

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US could ask foreign tourists for five-year social media history before entry

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Author Sophie Kinsella dies aged 55

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Sperm from donor with cancer-causing gene was used to conceive almost 200 children

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Here's what Canadian provinces are doing with all the US liquor they pulled off shelves

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Mother collects degree for student who took his life after marking error

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Nobel Peace Prize winner will be in Oslo but won't make awards ceremony

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French far-right leader tells BBC he shares US warnings on Europe 'for most part'

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Canadian senator presses Ottawa on only land disputed between the US and Canada

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The man behind the headlines - Salah, by Klopp, Diaz and more -- BBC Sport explores Mohamed Salah's personality with help from the people who know him best. -- Premier League

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Biggest rule change ever and Brit teen - what's new in F1 in 2026? -- BBC Sport runs down the key things to look out for in the 2026 season, including fresh regulations, a new team and a British rookie joining the grid.

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Sledged on the beach - England's break in Noosa -- England cannot escape Australian sledging on their break from the Ashes series in the beach town of Noosa.

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BBC to show Scotland's first World Cup game since 1998 -- The BBC will broadcast Scotland's first World Cup match since 1998, when they take on Haiti on 14 June, plus their final group match against Brazil and England's group match against Ghana.

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'Battle of the Sexes' will not damage women's sport - Sabalenka -- Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios defend their controversial Battle of the Sexes-style match, saying the "fun" event will attract new fans to tennis. -- Tennis

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Australia captain Cummins back for third Ashes Test -- Pat Cummins, who has not played since July, will captain Australia in the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide next week. -- Australia

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'A sense of panic' - what's going on in Turkish football? -- A wide-ranging investigation into illegal gambling involving figures in Turkish football is underway with hundreds of players, club owners and referees under scrutiny, BBC Sport looks at what's going on. -- European Football

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