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Viktor Orbán ousted after 16 years in power as Hungarian opposition heads for election landslide -- The long-serving prime minister concedes defeat to Péter Magyar, who says Hungary has been "liberated".

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US military says blockade of Iran's ports to begin Monday, after Iran says it will not 'surrender' -- Centcom says it "will not impede" vessels in the Strait of Hormuz heading 'to and from non-Iranian ports'.

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Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of hundreds of ceasefire violations

11 hours ago

Easyjet leaves 100 behind in border check queues

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We spoke to the man making viral Lego-style AI videos for Iran. Experts say it's powerful propaganda

22 hours ago

Four arrested over murder of Scottish businessman in Kenya

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At least 30 feared dead in crush at Haitian tourist site

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After Iran talks falter, the big question is what happens next? -- Twenty-one hours was not enough to end 47 years of hostility between Iran and the US, writes the BBC's Lyse Doucet.

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Concerns after satellite provider restricts Iran images following US pressure -- Planet Labs says it is restricting coverage of Iran and parts of the Middle East indefinitely.

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Still in shock, Beirut tries to heal after deadly Israeli attacks -- BBC Middle East Correspondent Hugo Bachega hears from people affected by this week's attacks.

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I've been a sex educator for six years. Why did I start doubting my contraception choices? -- Misinformation about contraception has been spreading on social media, alongside the "very real frustrations" of women complaining about side effects.

19 hours ago

From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon -- BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle reflects on how it felt to watch history being made.

16 hours ago

The prophet and the mysterious death of Charmain Speirs -- A BBC Disclosure investigation has uncovered significant questions about what happened at the hotel where Charmain died.

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Iran war lands 'triple blow' to flood-ravaged Sri Lankans -- The Iran war could not have come at a worse time for Sri Lanka, reeling from devastating floods and an economic crisis.

14 hours ago

Faisal Islam: Why UK government is relaxed about Chinese car imports -- The UK government believes the rise of China's car industry could be good for UK consumers and industry.

14 hours ago

'We need real peace': Ukrainians have little faith in Easter truce -- Easter festivities are muted in Kharkiv as Ukrainians expect fighting to flare up again after a weekend truce.

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Sinner beats Alcaraz to return to world top spot -- Jannik Sinner is back to world number one after beating Carlos Alcaraz in the final in Monte Carlo.

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Prosecutor probes abuse claims against California governor candidate Swalwell -- The high-profile Democrat, a leading contender in California's governor race, firmly denies the accusations. -- US & Canada

16 hours ago

Baseball statue broken as it is unveiled in Seattle -- The mishap occurred as a tarp was pulled off a bronze figure immortalising Hall of Famer Ichiro Suzuki. -- US & Canada

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Juddering McIlroy simply can't stop riding Masters rollercoaster -- Rory McIlroy says he will have to play better on Sunday if he is to defend his Masters title after letting slip a six-shot lead at Augusta National. -- Golf

21 hours ago

More than 500 arrests at Palestine Action protest in London -- Event organisers said it would show the "resistance" to the ban on the group was "stronger than ever". -- England

19 hours ago

'It's a special thing to be on Planet Earth': Artemis crew welcomed home in Houston -- The four astronauts flew around the Moon in a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans in history. -- US & Canada

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Irish PM announces €505m in fuel-cost measures after days of protests -- Taoiseach (Irish PM) Micheál Martin said groups "with a self-declared" mandate have imposed blockades. -- Europe

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India refuses to criminalise marital rape. This new series shines a light on it -- Chiraiya, which has drawn an audience of millions, has prompted conversations on social media around consent and misogyny. -- Asia

21 hours ago

Knifeman calling himself 'Lucifer' slashes three at NYC's Grand Central

1 day ago

'A truly historic moment': BBC reports from Hungary as Viktor Orbán concedes election

1 hour ago

How Hungary's knife-edge election could impact the US and Russia

17 hours ago

Watch Zelensky having animated chat with Orban

1 hour ago

Charges filed after fire destroys Kimberly-Clark toilet paper warehouse

2 days ago

Iran chose 'not to accept our terms', US VP Vance says after negotiations

15 hours ago

Trump's blockade threat raises risks and leaves predicaments unchanged

2 hours ago

What is a naval blockade and how would it work in Strait of Hormuz?

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Justin Bieber headlines Coachella with nostalgia-fuelled set

11 hours ago

Asha Bhosle: The sound of Bollywood dies aged 92

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Civilians feared killed after reports of air strike on Nigerian market

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Dual national Londoner stranded by new border rule

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Why this disillusioned Trump voter spends hours searching Epstein files

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The Masters: McIlroy leads Scheffler and Rose by two with four to play - radio & text -- Follow live text updates and listen to BBC radio commentary from Augusta National where Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose are among those vying for the title.

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Man City smell blood - why Arsenal should fear title rivals -- Manchester City capitalise on Arsenal's latest slip-up in style - and now Pep Guardiola's side must be feared as the Premier League title race hots up. -- Man City

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New Mainoo deal closer, says Man Utd boss Carrick -- Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is getting closer to agreeing a new contract with the club, head coach Michael Carrick says. -- Man Utd

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'I'm not blind' - Howe 'accountable' for loss after three-week break -- Eddie Howe says he is "accountable" for Newcastle's defeat by Crystal Palace after three weeks without a game. -- Newcastle

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Will Romero's tears become the enduring image of Tottenham's season? -- Cristian Romero's tears at Sunderland could prove the lasting image of Tottenham's season if it ends with relegation, writes Phil McNulty.

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Will thrilling Scottish title race be decided on goal difference? -- Rangers' 6-3 win over Falkirk extends the Ibrox side's advantage over leaders Heart of Midlothian and Celtic should the Scottish Premiership title be decided on goal difference.

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