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US Homeland Security chief denies plan for livestreamed execution could fuel radicalisation -- Markwayne Mullin rejects concerns that broadcasting the execution of convicted killer Nidal Hasan could make him a martyr.

2 hours ago

Documents falsified to evade tax on Abramovich's wealth, BBC finds

14 hours ago

Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies aged 34

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American ranchers wrestle with soaring costs - and their loyalty to Trump

21 hours ago

Storm Rachel batters Southern California, brings flooding to Las Vegas

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Russell Brand appears in court for start of rape trial

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The Vikings who reached the Americas 500 years before Columbus - The BBC has delved into the "lost history" of the first Europeans to cross the Atlantic.

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Why the US is bringing back firing squads -- The execution of Fort Hood gunman Nidal Hasan would be the first time the US Army had used a firing squad since 1945. -- US & Canada

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Citroen revives the 2CV for an electric age -- The French firm is reinventing the classic model as carmakers come under pressure from Chinese rivals. -- Business

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Women's billion-dollar boom leaves players behind, says Fifpro -- Women's football is on course to become a billion-dollar industry, but many professional players are still earning low wages, working on insecure contracts and experiencing rising psychological stress, a Fifpro survey indicates. -- Women's Football

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Watch: What could Trump's energy ceasefire mean for Ukraine? -- The BBC's Dan Johnson reports from Kyiv, where Ukrainians face another winter with electricity outages. -- Europe

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Analysis: Trump's global headaches worsen weeks before crucial elections -- US President Donald Trump has had a whirlwind weekend, announcing a diesel deal with Russia and an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. With the midterms coming up, it looks like Trump is turning overseas for help. -- US & Canada

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Niners go 5-0 and a rare tie - five things from NFL week five -- The San Francisco 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings maintain their perfect starts to the season on another gripping Sunday in the NFL. -- American Football

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Why is it so hard to fight the Houthis?

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Which emergency foods should you stock up on?

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'Las Vegas streets have turned into a total river'

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BBC on the scene as agents search Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home

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Watch: Endangered orangutans released back into the wild after Borneo fires -- The critically endangered apes were rescued from intense wildfires that destroyed their habitat in August and September.

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Qantas flight grounded after bedbug outbreak -- The flight from Italy to Australia was cancelled after passengers on the plane's previous journey complained of bug bites. -- Australia

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AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president -- Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the "best position" to lead the charge. -- Business

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US detains man accused in multi-billion Venezuelan money laundering scheme -- US officials had been offering a reward of $10m (£7.5m) for information leading to Álvaro Pulido's arrest. -- Latin America

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UK PM tells MPs a new EU deal could boost growth and help tackle illegal immigration - The PM says a series of deals are "on the table" for a UK-EU summit next month, but the Conservatives criticise the focus on Brexit.

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Pupil arrested after two teachers shot at French school -- A 14-year-old was detained after the middle-school principal and teacher were injured.

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DP World Tour to refuse LIV players in 2027 season -- The DP World Tour will not allow LIV Golf players to compete at its events in the 2027 season.

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US actress Selma Blair accused of assault after incident with flight attendants

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Immigration agents search Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home

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Fridges in French supermarkets hit by cyber attack

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Tom Cruise film Digger forecast to become one of Hollywood's biggest flops

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Wildlife park fatal tiger attack - what we know so far

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On Yemen's desert battlefield, a war with global consequences is being waged

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Why Moscow is staying tight-lipped on Trump's energy ceasefire

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Firing squad execution to be livestreamed, Pentagon says

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Which war is having the biggest impact on diesel prices - Iran or Ukraine?

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LIVE - Premier League: Coventry put four past Newcastle to record memorable home win - Reaction as Coventry stun Newcastle to record a memorable Premier League home win.

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Hincapie and Zubimendi injured in post-match training session -- Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says it is "far from ideal" that Piero Hincapie and Martin Zubimendi were injured in a post-match training session.

7 hours ago

Jordan 'Last Dance' jersey sells for record £10.6m -- A Michael Jordan jersey from his 'Last Dance' season sells for $14m (£10.6m), a record for a piece of basketball memorabilia.

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Zverev secures year-end number one ranking -- Alexander Zverev is guaranteed to finish his 2026 season as the world number one after Carlos Alcaraz suffers a surprise defeat in Shanghai.

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Pope pulls out of controversial Afghanistan T20 league -- England batter Ollie Pope pulls out of the draft for the Afghanistan Premier League.

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Renshaw delivers again as Australia close on win -- Australia close on statement victory over South Africa in Durban after Matt Renshaw's dream Test continues.

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GB's Richardson withdrawn from World Championships -- Matt Richardson is withdrawn from the Great Britain squad for next week's World Track Cycling Championships amid reports he is under investigation for misconduct.

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