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'My six-year-old has nosebleeds': Chiang Mai air pollution sparks health fears - It's peak fire season in the Thai city, which now ranks as one of the world's most polluted. 15 hrs ago - Asia

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Iran denies Trump's claim it requested ceasefire, calling it 'false and baseless' -- Donald Trump earlier said Iran's "New Regime President" had asked for a ceasefire - without specifying who he was referring to.

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Families cram into Greek court for trial into deadliest train crash -- Fifty-seven people were killed when two trains collided in 2023 in the worst rail accident in Greek history, with 36 accused in a trial expected to last years.

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Supreme Court justices appear sceptical over Trump's changes to US birthright citizenship rules -- The highest court is hearing arguments about whether children born in the US to non-resident parents have a constitutional right to citizenship.

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Nasa prepares to launch first crewed mission around Moon in more than 50 years -- Four astronauts are set to travel further from Earth than anyone before when they blast off from Florida on an historic 10-day mission.

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Russian military plane crash kills 29 in occupied Crimea

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How English-only condolences undid one of Canada's top CEOs

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Brazil judge blocks Sugarloaf Mountain zipline

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Megan Thee Stallion taken to hospital during Moulin Rouge performance

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US shuts historic Border Road near Alberta to Canadian traffic

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What it's like to be on Florida's Space Coast ahead of Artemis launch -- Huge crowds are gathering around the Kennedy Space Centre to see the launch of the historic moon mission.

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Weather looks favourable for Artemis launch despite cloud -- Artemis II is close to launch - Simon King explains the critical importance of the weather to its success.

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Trump sees 'America First' opportunity in Nasa mission to Moon -- A competitive edge with China and a possible lunar gold rush are twin goals behind Artemis II, experts tell the BBC.

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Inside the mission to fly humans further than ever

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'A million things could go wrong' - why seizing Iran's uranium would be so risky for the US -- Seizing the stockpile would be one of the "most complicated special operations in history", a former defence official tells the BBC.

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'God squad' waives animal protections to expand oil drilling in Gulf of Mexico -- Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth said exempting oil drilling was a matter of national security.

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Bland or fan love letter? The Super Mario Galaxy Movie draws mixed reaction -- Reviews are in for the sequel to the mega-successful Super Mario Brothers Movie, but not everyone is convinced.

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My daughter has childhood dementia and may not live past 16 -- Diagnosed just before her fourth birthday, Sophia, now 15, can no longer speak and cannot walk unaided.

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China is trying to play peacemaker in the Iran war - will it work? -- It's a turnaround for Beijing, whose official response has been muted so far. Why is China stepping in now?

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As Iran war continues, US farmers absorb rising costs -- The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue spoke to one farmer in Alabama who, despite facing intense financial pressures, continues to support President Trump.

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Israel intensifies Lebanon attacks and hits areas not in Hezbollah's control -- Attacks have continued as Israel has announced its intention to control swathes of south Lebanon.

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How will the Artemis astronauts go to the toilet in space?

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'It's phenomenal!': Excitement in Florida ahead of Artemis launch

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Watch: Carol Kirkwood's funniest moments on air

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'Something needs to be done' - Americans struggle as petrol prices surge

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'Art is a very powerful tool' - Golden toilet throne appears in DC

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Palantir UK boss says it's up to militaries to decide how AI targeting is used in war - The company's AI platform Maven has reportedly been used by the US to identify targets in Iran. 2 hrs ago

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South African army arrive in crime hotspots to help tackle gangs -- The army has been deployed to five of South Africa's nine provinces for a year-long operation.

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Trump to give primetime address on Iran war as questions swirl over his next move

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What do Trump's latest comments on leaving Nato mean for the alliance?

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Devastated Italians reckon with 'third apocalypse' of World Cup failure

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US Army pilots who flew near Kid Rock's home suspended and then reinstated within hours

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Peter Magyar, the former Orban ally vying for power in Hungary

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Mass robotaxi malfunction halts traffic in Chinese city

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Pair jailed for advertising small boat crossings

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Women's Champions League: Malard gives Man Utd lead to level tie against Bayern -- Follow live text commentary and score updates as Bayern Munich face Manchester United and watch live BBC coverage as Chelsea host Arsenal in the Women's Champions League quarter-finals.

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Captain Donnarumma vows to restore Italy after heartbreak -- Italy captain Gianluigi Donnarumma says he "cried because of the enormous sadness" of not being able to lead the national side to the 2026 World Cup. -- Italy

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Raducanu pulls out of another tournament after illness -- Emma Raducanu delays the start of her clay-court season as she continues to recover from a viral illness, according to her representatives. -- Tennis

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Failed experiment as England get grim glimpse of life without Kane -- England's World Cup hopes rest on captain Harry Kane after a grim taste of life without him in the defeat against Japan at Wembley, says chief football writer Phil McNulty. -- England Men

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Chelsea make biggest pre-tax loss in Premier League history -- Chelsea announce a Premier League‑record pre‑tax loss of £262m for the 2024‑25 season.

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BBC Sport's McNulty picks his England World Cup squad - do you agree? -- BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty picks his 26-man England World Cup squad - do you agree?

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Lamine Yamal condemns racist abuse aimed at Egypt -- Lamine Yamal says racist chants heard during Spain's 0-0 draw with Egypt in Barcelona on Tuesday were "disrespectful and intolerable".

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