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Kidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa's lawless Sahel region -- Growing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.

20 hours ago

Saturday Night Live criticised for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketch -- The condition is "not a joke", the Tourette Action charity says, as the Baftas fallout continues.

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'I cheated head-injury assessment to play on in 2017 Lions Test' -- Former British and Irish Lions wing Anthony Watson says he memorised answers to circumvent head injury protocol in the 2017 series in New Zealand.

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Trump says US took 'last best chance' to hit Iran, as Tehran makes new threat to Gulf shipping -- A Iranian official warns Iran will "set fire to anyone who tries to pass through" the Strait of Hormuz - a crucial transit route for oil and gas.

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US jets shot down over Kuwait in 'apparent friendly fire incident', officials say -- The planes were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defences", but all crew survived, Centcom says.

8 hours ago

Inside the Mar-a-Lago war room as Trump monitored US-Israeli strikes on Iran -- BBC News breaks down what is revealed by the photos showing Donald Trump and his Cabinet as the air strikes on Iran unfolded.

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What is behind the strategy to take out Iran's leadership? -- Security analyst Gordon Corera looks at what is likely to happen after much of Iran's most senior leadership is killed.

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Videos of Bill and Hillary Clinton's Epstein testimonies released -- The footage reveals what happened in last week's behind-closed-door sessions with US lawmakers.

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At least 169 people killed in South Sudan 'surprise' attack -- Peacekeepers are sheltering about 1,000 civilians near their base and providing emergency care.

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Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as US firm buys Brewdog in £33m deal -- Beverage and cannabis company Tilray acquires the brewery, the brand and 11 bars after Brewdog went into administration.

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Watch: How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping -- Ben Chu has been looking at what's happened to marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade passage.

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Oil and gas prices jump as conflict escalates -- Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.

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Limited flights leave UAE but disruption continues amid Iran strikes -- The majority of flights to key Middle Eastern hubs have been cancelled for Monday as the conflict continues.

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Austin residents react to bar shooting -- The FBI said that there were indications in an SUV used in the shooting and on the suspect that suggested a "nexus to terrorism".

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Could Kim's teen daughter become North Korea's next leader? -- Kim Jue Ae is becoming more visible alongside her father, but much about her remains a mystery.

16 hours ago

Deepfake attack: 'Many people could have been cheated' -- The boss of the Bombay Stock Exchange was recently targeted in what is a growing global problem.

14 hours ago

Tour or residency? Top artists give their views on live music debate -- Jade, CMAT and Wolf Alice share thoughts on residencies versus touring and what this means for fans.

6 hours ago

New era of Formula 1 - what is changing in 2026? -- As Formula 1 steps into a new era with new rules, cars, engines and the addition of an 11th team, BBC Sport breaks down the changes for 2026.

14 hours ago

Michael B Jordan upends Oscars race as Sinners wins big at Actor Awards -- The US star's best actor win for Sinners leaves the Oscars race too close to call.

12 hours ago

'I'm done' - Hillary Clinton upset as deposition pauses over leaked photo

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Bill Clinton asked about hot tub photo during Epstein deposition

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Watch dramatic hot air balloon rescue 900ft in the air

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Watch: Devastation on Tehran street after strike

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Video appears to show US F-15 fighter jet crashing in Kuwait

12 hours ago

Carney to push his middle power strategy during Australia visit -- Defence, trade, and the global place of "middle powers" will be on the agenda as Prime Minister Mark Carney meets his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese.

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Australian Grand Prix to feel 'no impact' of travel chaos -- Australian Grand Prix organisers are "really confident" the travel chaos caused by the conflict in the Middle East will not impact the opening Formula 1 race of the season.

12 hours ago

South African TV personality who planned to take his life dies aged 61 -- Ian von Memerty had documented his choice to die in a 15-part Facebook series.

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Nuns admit six-year campaign of abuse at children's home -- Marie O'Gorman and Mary McGuire targeted seven vulnerable children who were in their care at Nazareth House in Glasgow.

9 hours ago

Jacinda Ardern's move to Australia renews spotlight on New Zealand's brain drain problem

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Trump's Iran endgame unclear after mixed messaging on war aims

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India and Canada reset ties with 'landmark' nuclear energy deal

10 hours ago

France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies

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Three days in, we still have no idea where this war is heading

3 hours ago

Why did US and Israel attack Iran and how long could the war last?

8 hours ago

'Everything has changed': Missile attacks shatter Dubai's safe haven image

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Scotland becomes first UK country to allow water cremations

8 hours ago

Texas authorities identify Austin bar shooting victims

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Rembrandt painting worth millions rediscovered after 65 years

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How can football's lawmakers fix Premier League corner chaos? -- Holding, wrestling, battling - call it what you will. Corner kicks in the Premier League are becoming dominated by it. Can anything be done?

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Mayweather to fight kickboxer before Pacquiao rematch -- Floyd Mayweather will fight veteran Greek kickboxer Mike Zambidis in an exhibition in June before his rematch with Manny Pacquiao.

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'I feel very safe now, I haven't always' - George on rugby's concussion issue -- England hooker Jamie George says that rugby's relationship with head injuries has changed dramatically during his career.

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LIVE - Championship: Targett helps Boro ease to win at Birmingham - Follow reaction and read the report after Matt Targett's double helps Middlesbrough to victory at Birmingham in the Championship.

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Why Archer may hold key for England against 'fearsome' India -- England have some reasons for hope before their T20 World Cup semi-final against India, but other issues show the difficulty of their task.

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'Clubs refused to look at me after my crash' - Antonio on Qatar move -- Michail Antonio says he had to "swallow his ego" after a near‑fatal car crash as he joins Qatari side Al‑Sailiya.

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