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LIVE -- Iran continues attacks after president's apology to Gulf, while Israel signals more Lebanon strikes -- Meanwhile, the BBC has learned that UK aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has been placed on advanced readiness.

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Rapper-politician Balendra Shah set to be Nepal's next prime minister -- Thursday's general election was the first since violent youth-led protests toppled the government in September. -- Asia

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Inside Venezuela's political transition two months after Maduro's ousting -- The BBC's Ione Wells reports from the country and speaks to recently freed opposition politicians about the government's future and relations with the US.

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LIVE -- Six Nations: Menoncello try gives Italy lead over England -- Follow Radio 5 Live commentary and text updates as England seek to avoid a first ever defeat by Italy.

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Rampant Scotland wreck French Grand Slam dreams -- Rampant Scotland wreck French Grand Slam dreams with a stunning seven-try victory at Murrayfield that throws the Six Nations wide open. -- Rugby Union

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'Exceptional' Dowman and Salmon make history as Gunners survive scare -- Arsenal needed their big guns to come off the bench to help them past Mansfield, but it was 16-year-olds Max Dowman and Marli Salmon who made history. -- Arsenal

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Why did Iran's president apologise? -- The apology may hint at a political repositioning inside Iran, writes BBC Persian's Amir Azmi.

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Iranian ambassador warns UK to be 'very careful' about further involvement in war -- Seyed Ali Mousavi says Iran has a "right to self-defence" if the UK directly joins US-Israeli attacks.

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AI-generated Iran war videos surge as creators use new tech to cash in -- The US-Israel war with Iran is being monetised by online creators with AI-generated misinformation.

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This iceberg was once the biggest in the world. Now it has just weeks left - A23a used to be twice the size of Greater London, but it's spectacularly disintegrated over the past year.

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Pakistani man found guilty in Iran-backed plot to kill US politicians -- A man with ties to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps is convicted in the US of murder for hire and attempted terrorism.

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UK aircraft carrier given five days to be ready to deploy -- This may raise speculation HMS Prince of Wales could be sent to defend British interests during the Middle East conflict.

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Trump wants to pick Iran's new leader - will a hostile regime under fire agree? -- The president's vision of Iran's future could meet fierce opposition, writes chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet.

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The final voyage of the Iranian warship sunk by the US -- The sinking of an Iranian ship by the US near Sri Lanka brings the conflict uncomfortably close to India.

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'We couldn't sleep because of fear': Residents flee as Israel pounds south Beirut -- Communities across huge swathes of Lebanon have been told by Israel to leave their homes due to military action against Hezbollah.

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Canada's Mark Carney tries to strike a balance on Iran -- The Iran war is posing a test for the Canadian prime minister's "pragmatic but principled" approach to world affairs.

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Bridgerton actor told disability could hold her back - then Netflix came calling -- Gracie McGonigal says fans have been "unbelievable" since the release of season four. -- Disability

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From a £1bn dream to a brutal collapse: How Brewdog hit the rocks -- The rise and fall of the garage start-up which set out to revolutionise the brewing industry. -- Scotland business

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From killing her dog to luxury jets: Six times Kristi Noem made headlines -- Noem boosted deportations during her first year, but her controversies reportedly frustrated Trump. -- US & Canada

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Watch: Obama, Biden and Clinton remember 'tenacious' Jesse Jackson -- The three former US presidents were among dozens of high profile figures present at the late civil rights activist's memorial.

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China spent years building ties in Latin America. Can Trump make room for the US? -- US President Donald Trump will meet with ideologically-aligned Latin American leaders to try and counter China's influence in the region.

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Trump sets his sights on crisis-hit Cuba after Iran action -- The US president has claimed the Cuban authorities "want to make a deal so bad".

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Watch: Moment of drone strike close to Dubai Airport

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Deadly storms and tornadoes strike US state of Michigan

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After Iran, will Trump turn his eyes to Cuba?

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Fires rage in Tehran as Mehrabad Airport hit

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BBC looks at how Cubans are living with fuel shortages

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Heavy rains and flooding kills at least 23 in Nairobi - Flights in and out of Nairobi Airport have been disrupted while some roads in the capital are submerged. 5 hrs ago - World

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Former 100m world champion Kerley banned for two years -- Former world 100m champion Fred Kerley is banned for two years for an anti-doping whereabouts violation.

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Soham murderer Ian Huntley dies after prison attack -- Huntley, who murdered two schoolgirls in 2002, had his life support switched off on Friday, the BBC understands.

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Russell takes Melbourne pole after Verstappen crash -- George Russell takes pole position as Mercedes dominate a qualifying session for the Australian Grand Prix in which Max Verstappen crashed.

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Swiss to vote on right-wing push to slash licence fee for public broadcaster -- The move is backed by the right-wing Swiss People's Party, which says the current fee is unjustified because of the high cost of living.

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Inside the 'chaotic' world of wife carrying -- The UK Wife Carrying Race returns in Dorking on Sunday, with about 70 people set to take part.

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Water park owner will drain lake unless trespassers stop swimming

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Withheld Epstein files with accusations against Trump released by justice department

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Footage shows US citizen shot dead by ICE agent in Texas traffic stop

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Timothée Chalamet triggers backlash over ballet and opera remarks

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Canada's PM calls for Andrew to be removed from line of succession

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Armed robots take to the battlefield in Ukraine war

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We've been speaking to Iranians during one week of war. Here's what they said

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Two of the world's rarest lions put to sleep at zoo

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Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' from Iran as Putin speaks with Iran's president

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US lands bomber at UK air base after warning of surge in strikes on Iran

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LIVE - Watch FA Cup fifth round: Championship Wrexham host Chelsea - Watch live as Wrexham host Chelsea before Newcastle United face Manchester City.

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'Perfect storm' for Russell but Norris unhappy with 'worst cars' -- George Russell knew his Mercedes was fast but was surprised by just how quick. Lando Norris was not so happy after Australian Grand Prix qualifying. -- Formula 1

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'Incredible' Bronze remains England's gold standard -- Lucy Bronze made her 145th senior appearance for England on Saturday. Few have been better performances. -- England Women

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Six Nations: Scotland beat France in 90-point epic but bonus point keeps French top - reaction - Watch and listen to live coverage plus in-play clips and follow live text updates as Scotland host France at Murrayfield.

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