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BBC News - Top Stories

Ebola treatments trial begins in the Democratic Republic of Congo -- According to WHO data, there have been 1,406 confirmed cases of the disease in DRC, with 301 suspected cases and 438 deaths. -- Africa

1 hour ago

Dangerous heatwave scorches US ahead of Fourth of July holiday -- Millions are enduring dangerous heat and humidity, with temperatures expected to stay at 38C (100F) for several days. -- US & Canada

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Sabrina Carpenter and Graham Norton spotted in NYC before rumoured Swift wedding celebrations

1 hour ago

LIVE - Portugal face Croatia with Spain waiting in World Cup last 16

15 minutes ago

Married at First Sight UK star arrested on suspicion of rape

7 hours ago

Vatican excommunicates followers of global Catholic sect

5 hours ago

Bomb blast at Damascus cafe kills six, Syrian state media say

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South Korean football is dead, say furious fans, as they demand sweeping reform -- An early World Cup exit has triggered what some say is a long overdue reckoning for the Korean Football Association.

15 minutes ago

Tuchel wants young England fans to stay up for 1am World Cup clash - but should they? -- England's must-win match against Mexico kicks off at 01:00 BST on Monday - disco naps and spoiler-free recaps may be needed.

53 minutes ago

First Afcon, now World Cup - Senegal trapped in 'football hell' -- Senegal's nightmarish year continues, with a heart-breaking collapse against Belgium featuring late penalty drama which was remarkably similar to events in this year's chaotic Afcon final.

2 hours ago

From friendship bracelets to wedding rings: A Taylor and Travis timeline -- Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to celebrate their wedding with a party at New York's Madison Square Garden this weekend.

12 hours ago

A mayor in Japan announced her maternity leave - and got the whole country talking -- In the face of criticism, Shoko Kawata, 35, says she loves her job and is proud to be taking time off to have a baby. -- Asia

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'Two weeks after her death I got a call': Gaza patients face agonising delays for evacuation -- An estimated 300 Palestinians referred for treatment abroad have died since the ceasefire began, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry. -- Middle East

17 hours ago

Trump presidency reignites its founding debate - how much power is too much? -- What would the revolutionaries who broke from the British monarchy 250 years ago make of the current head of state?

11 hours ago

Madonna's Confessions II is finally here - but is it worth the 21-year wait? -- The pop star's 15th album starts on the dancefloor, but ends with deep personal revelations.

14 hours ago

Did this AI anti-drug video make drugs look appealing? -- Hong Kong's Correctional Services Department removed an AI-generated K-pop video, after facing backlash that it made substances look too appealing.

6 hours ago

Watch: What Trump's Mount Rushmore aspirations reveal

1 hour ago

'Beautiful and terrible' - the world's thoughts on the US at 250

16 hours ago

Watch: Man rescued from rubble eight days after Venezuela earthquake

7 hours ago

Watch: Couple scale Empire State Building, get engaged and are arrested

18 hours ago

Watch: Catherine gives out tickets and meets public in surprise Wimbledon visit

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South Africa and Ghana in diplomatic row over alleged killing of migrant -- South Africa denies claims that a Ghanaian citizen was killed in anti-migrant protests in Cape Town.

53 minutes ago

The US deported them to Venezuela - hours later earthquakes struck -- They landed on Flight 164 just before the twin quakes. Family members are desperately searching for them.

19 hours ago

China says pilot crashed small plane into skyscraper for 'personal reasons' -- The 66-year-old, who died in the crash, had anxiety and referenced "ending his life" in his diary.

6 hours ago

Gary Glitter charged with historical sexual offences -- The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 5 August.

15 minutes ago

WHO says Hantavirus outbreak linked to ship is over -- The World Health Organization's director general says no further cases have been reported since 25 May.

5 hours ago

Former Olympian indicted for allegedly vandalising Washington Reflecting Pool

2 hours ago

Canadian boy, 11, dies of rabies after waking to bat on his face

19 hours ago

Venezuela quake survivor pulled out alive after eight days

8 hours ago

Why the expected fight over the North American trade deal never kicked off

11 hours ago

Killers of British couple in South Africa sentenced to life

2 hours ago

'Most massive' Russian attack on Kyiv kills at least 27

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Papuan rebels say they shot dead US pilot and burned his plane

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Spain beat Austria for first World Cup knockout win since 2010 - Spain win a knockout match at the men's World Cup for the first time in 16 years as they cruise past Austria in Los Angeles to reach the last 16.

53 minutes ago

'We want to win World Cup for him' - Portugal carry Jota's memory -- One year after his death, Portugal are using Diogo Jota's memory to help inspire them at the 2026 World Cup. -- World Cup

15 minutes ago

Dimitrov extends emotional Wimbledon return after last year's agony -- Grigor Dimitrov extends his emotional return to Wimbledon after his tearful exit 12 months ago by defeating 15th seed Jakub Mensik to reach the third round. -- Tennis

15 minutes ago

Secret location & sleep devices: England bid to combat noisy Mexico fans -- England are taking precautions to ensure boisterous locals do not disrupt their preparations in Mexico. -- England Men

2 hours ago

Sciver-Brunt leads superb England into World Cup final -- England roar into Sunday's T20 World Cup final against Australia with a superb 40-run victory against South Africa at The Oval. -- Women's Cricket

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Why Spurs' statement spending looks set to continue -- Tottenham are set to break their record transfer for the second time in a matter of days with the club's impressive performance off the field allowing greater flexibility for investment into the first-team squad. -- Tottenham

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