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US and Iran trade more strikes in Gulf as fears of escalation mount

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Houthi attacks raise fears of wider Middle East conflict and more global economic damage -- The Iran-backed group in Yemen has threatened to target Saudi vessels in a vital shipping route.

8 hours ago

One month after earthquakes, Venezuelans still search for loved ones and answers -- As families continue to look for missing loved ones, there is growing anger and resentment at the authorities.

2 hours ago

Lawmakers push for AI 'kill switch' after OpenAI models go rogue

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Tech titan ordered to pay ex-wife $644m in divorce settlement

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UK PM begins working from northern branch of No 10 in Manchester

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Gruesome images in D4vd hearing are 'worst nightmare' for teen girl's family

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Weekly quiz: What creepy-crawly cuisine could land a Michelin-starred restaurateur in jail? -- How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

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What tariffs has Trump introduced and why? -- Trump's volatile trade policy has thrown the world economy into chaos, and put some US prices up.

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Indonesian babies were trafficked to Singapore. What happens to them now? -- At least 12 babies have been trafficked from Indonesia to Singapore, but what will happen to them remains unclear.

8 hours ago

Heatwave anxiety can make you feel 'incredibly helpless' - here's how to manage it -- Extreme heat can take a toll on mental health - and young people and women are among the groups most at risk, according to one study.

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Could you run a country on just three hours of sleep? Japan's PM says she does

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Watch: Driver dressed as Spider-Man whisks man in a wheelchair across busy road

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Watch: Orcas ram into fish so hard they explode

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What's going on with the US-Saudi nuclear deal?

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Why have thousands taken to the streets? India's 'cockroach' protest explained

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Justice dept withdraws subpoenas over New York Times reports about Air Force One -- The journalists covered alleged security issues with the president's new plane, gifted by Qatar.

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UK 'ready to defend itself' after Iran says bases are 'legitimate targets' -- An Iranian military group has issued a warning to the UK over allowing US forces to use British bases for strikes on Iran.

11 hours ago

Sheikh Hasina ally to step down as Bangladesh's president -- President Mohammed Shahabuddin is one of former leader Sheikh Hasina's only allies left in power.

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Oil prices hit $100 for the first time since May -- The price of Brent crude rose more than 6% on Thursday as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.

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Google fined €890m by EU for favouring its own apps over rivals -- It is the first major enforcement action against the tech giant under the EU's new digital rules.

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France orders evacuation of tourist spot as hundreds flee wildfires by boat

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US hits dozens of countries with new wave of tariffs

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They became best friends – then discovered they were brother and sister

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Two Chinese win world's top Maths prize for solving century-old problems

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The $4.5bn bridge which became a symbol of a strained US-Canada relationship

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CJP protest: The youth movement India's Modi didn't see coming

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Fifty women tell BBC they were pressured into having sex with strangers

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Why Rogers and Palmer will thrive together in Alonso's Chelsea -- Why Morgan Rogers' skillset means he and fellow attacking midfielder Cole Palmer will prosper in Xabi Alonso's Chelsea. -- Chelsea

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Socceroos star allegedly tests positive for cocaine after speeding -- Socceroos World Cup star Cristian Volpato allegedly tests positive for cocaine after being twice caught for speeding in Sydney. -- Australia

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What's working - and what's not - for WSL fans? -- BBC Sport spoke to fans of the Women's Super League and England Lionesses to learn about their experiences in the game and discuss what could be improved. -- England Women

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Littler cruises into Matchplay semis with win over Rock -- World number one Luke Littler's World Matchplay title defence continues with a 16-7 quarter-final win over Josh Rock in Blackpool, as he averages 109.57. -- Darts

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The two days which could make or break Fury-AJ -- BBC Sport looks at how a proposed bout between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua hinges on a 24-hour-period between Friday and Saturday.

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Arsenal set to make £70m bid for Newcastle's Guimaraes -- Arsenal are set to make a £70m offer for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes.

14 hours ago

Italy confirm Ancelotti approach before Guardiola -- Italy held discussions with Carlo Ancelotti to become their national team manager before opening talks with Pep Guardiola.

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