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Saturday, October 17, 2026 3:29 PM ET

BBC News - Top Stories

LIVE - 'No place for violence,' Macron says, as protesters clash with police in cities across France - Tear gas and water cannons have been fired at protesters in Paris, as a minister says more than half-a-million people attended demonstrations across the country.

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Pope discharged from hospital days after lung cancer surgery -- The pontiff will give the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter's Square on Sunday.

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Chelsea's Martinez taken to hospital for 'precautionary tests'

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At least 17 dead in stampede at Hindu festival event in India

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European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank

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Manzambi goal gives Villa victory at Newcastle -- Aston Villa stretch their unbeaten run to five games thanks to Johan Manzambi's winning goal to defeat Newcastle United.

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Kane scores in 100th Bundesliga game as Bayern thrash Leipzig -- Harry Kane scores on his 100th Bundesliga appearance while Luis Diaz netted a hat-trick as Bayern Munich thrashed RB Leipzig 6-1 to go top of the table.

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Champions Cup: Bath level with Montpellier, Munster lead Racing 92 -- Bath face Montpellier and Munster host Racing 92 to close out a busy day of Champions Cup action.

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Scottish Premiership: Both sides go close as Rangers face Dundee looking to go top -- Listen to Sportsound commentary and follow live text coverage and match stats from Dundee vs Rangers in the Scottish Premiership

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Alligator kills 71-year-old man fishing in Florida

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Trial of German steakhouse heiress that sparked a huge spy scandal

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Three men jailed for 158 years each for murdering Australian and US surfers in Mexico

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Analysis: Zacharia was thrown into a whirlwind - and failed at a critical time for Trump -- The White House is facing growing adversity, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher, weeks before crucial midterm elections.

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Not sure what to wear for Halloween? These outfits are set to be the most popular this year -- Freaky Nikki, Dolly Parton and whimsical costumes like gargoyles are popular among adults dressing up this year. -- Culture

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Toxic algorithms wouldn't let them go - now Australia wants an off switch -- The Australian government hopes to protect social media users from being served content they don't want to see. -- Australia

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The uncertain future of Canada's 30 rescued belugas -- An international rescue operation for the last 30 captive whales in Canada made headlines. Then five of them died. -- US & Canada

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Orcas v great white sharks: The brutal battle between the ocean's top predators - When scientists first found dead great whites near South Africa, the marks of mutilation pointed to the same culprit.

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What we learned from heated US midterm Senate debates -- As the 3 November election approaches and both parties fight for control of Congress, some clear themes have emerged. -- US & Canada

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Why is Alberta voting to separate from Canada, and how likely is it to happen? -- The oil-rich province will decide on Monday whether to stay part of Canada or trigger a binding independence referendum. -- US & Canada

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Why people who have never smoked are getting hooked on vapes -- More than one million people now vape who have never been smokers, according to the ONS. -- Health

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Watch: 'Mood has really shifted' as Paris protesters clash with police

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Which emergency foods should you stock up on?

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Watch: Did Tesla really just unveil a flying car?

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Five days, one briefing: How Katie Zacharia's short tenure unfolded

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Violent clashes between police and protesters in Albania

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Brazil sees record fall in Amazon deforestation as key election looms -- The Amazon rainforest is a crucial buffer against climate change - but deforestation had expanded under former president Jair Bolsonaro.

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Judge throws out child sex abuse charges against actor Timothy Busfield -- The judge in the case said on Friday that the prosecutor "failed to act in a fair and impartial manner".

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UK must protect against Russian 'hybrid attacks', ex-national security adviser says -- Lord Ricketts says more should be spent on improving the resilience of energy, transport, air traffic control and defence sites.

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Nursery owner in China jailed for life after hundreds of children poisoned

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School's 'sibling ban' row leaves family in tears

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Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies

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Teacher fought US school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times'

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Rare pink diamond goes on display in France 100 years after amateur heist

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Dame Judi Dench joins Archers Birmingham campaign

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Harry Styles debuts new track in memory of Liam Payne

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Boos and bananas on day of defiance at Man City - Manchester City fans boo the Premier League anthem before watching their side move six points clear at the top of the table. 1 hr ago - Man City

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Liverpool stage comeback to win at nine-man Brentford - Liverpool stage a second-half fightback to come from behind and beat nine-man Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium.

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