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LIVE -- Israel and Iran exchange fresh attacks after Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei killed -- Israel says it is targeting sites "in the heart of Tehran", as fresh Iranian attacks are reported in Tel Aviv, Dubai, Doha and Bahrain's capital.

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One killed and 11 injured at Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports as Iran strikes region -- Falling debris from intercepted Iranian drones and missiles cause widespread damage across the Gulf.

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How Ayatollah Khamenei kept an iron grip on power for almost 40 years -- Iranian state TV confirms the supreme leader has been killed on the first day of massive US and Israeli air strikes on the country.

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Bowen: A dangerous moment, but US and Israel see opportunity not to be missed -- Israel and the US believe Iran's regime is vulnerable, dealing with an economic crisis and the aftermath of protests.

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US and Israeli strikes on Iran in maps -- Israel and the US have launched strikes across Iran, with Iran retaliating with strikes across the region.

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Inside Iran, panic as attacks unfold but for some it's a moment of relief -- Iranians talk about what is happening inside the country, despite an almost total internet blackout.

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Where have Nepal's 'nepo kids' gone as corruption takes centre stage in election? -- The excess of politicians' children was front and centre of the anger that drove protests that toppled the government last year. -- Asia

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At least 20 killed after military plane carrying banknotes crashes in Bolivia -- Police fire tear gas to disperse crowds allegedly trying to take banknotes from the crash site. -- Latin America

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A 'delicate' balance for Canada and a 'win-win' for Modi as Carney visits India -- The two countries are repairing a strained relationship as they also seek to reduce their trade reliance on the US. -- World

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Olivia Dean crowned new UK queen of pop as Brit Awards -- The singer won four awards, including best artist and album, as the Brits headed to Manchester. -- Culture

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Why is WhatsApp's privacy policy facing a legal challenge in India? -- A 2021 policy update requires users to share data with Meta for ads purposes to continue using the app. -- Asia

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The third man who links Andrew with Jeffrey Epstein -- For nearly a decade, David Stern acted as a key conduit between Jeffrey Epstein and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. -- US & Canada

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Formula 1's new golden age of celebrity may have just begun -- As the eighth series of Netflix's hugely popular Drive To Survive is released this weekend, has Formula 1 become one big star playground? -- England

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This man was abused for appearing on a Welcome to Heathrow poster. Then he met his trolls -- Syed Usman Shah says he was proud to appear in the campaign, but upset by what followed.

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I went to rural Wales to bathe in starlight and the Milky Way blew me away -- I join two tourists in the mountains to immerse ourselves in the wonders of the night sky with a star guide.

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Aid groups in Gaza and West Bank thrown lifeline as Israel court pauses ban threat -- Dozens of well-known groups faced shutdown under a new Israeli law, although the reprieve might be temporary. -- Middle East

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Olivia Attwood: 'We shouldn't glamourise being reliant on other people' -- The documentary host and presenter discusses female independence and snobbery about reality TV. -- Culture

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Would you say yes to a second-hand wedding dress? -- Researchers say many modern brides worry a pre-loved wedding dress might bring them bad luck. -- Wales

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Watch: Moment Iran's state TV announces Supreme Leader has been killed

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Celebrations around the world after strikes on Iran

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Watch: How US-Israel strikes on Iran unfolded

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Protesters across the US demonstrate against strikes on Iran

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What's unfolded in the Middle East so far, and what could come next

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Family of woman whose cells were 'stolen' settles second lawsuit -- Novartis is the second drug company to settle a lawsuit brought by the family of a woman whose cells have enabled huge advances in science. -- US & Canada

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Blind refugee found dead in New York after being released by immigration authorities -- Immigration authorities say the Myanmar refugee was dropped at a "warm, safe" location, but New York officials say he was left outside a closed coffee shop. -- US & Canada

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Joe Biden takes selfies with passengers as he flies commercial -- The former president was stuck at Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington DC, after an hour-long ground stop delayed departures. -- US & Canada

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DOJ charges 30 more people in Minnesota anti-ICE church protest -- Ex-CNN anchor Don Lemon was one of the original nine defendants arrested last month -- US & Canada

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Flight logs and hot tub photo among key moments from Bill Clinton's deposition -- The former US president, who is featured in photographs within the Epstein files, denies having any knowledge of the convicted sex offender's crimes. -- US & Canada

9 hours ago

Lyse Doucet: This is an extraordinary moment Iran has been preparing for

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Trump's bet on Iranian regime change could be his biggest gamble yet

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How the world has reacted to US and Israeli strikes on Iran

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Why did the US attack Iran? Is the US at war? Here's what to know

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Luxury Dubai hotel hit as Iran launches retaliatory strikes across region

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Wellness peptide craze: Why people are injecting drugs 'not for human consumption'

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What we know so far: Supreme Leader Khamenei killed, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes

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Flights in and out of Middle East cancelled and diverted after Iran strikes

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Iran retaliation raises questions about US air defences

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How responsible are climbers for each other's safety? Mountaineers react to manslaughter

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'Rohl's words set tone for Old Firm derby like no other - heaven help the loser' -- BBC Scotland chief sportswriter Tom English sets the scene going into a compelling Old Firm spectacle on Sunday. -- Football

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Free-scoring Semenyo takes burden off Haaland -- Manchester City have often been accused of being too reliant on Erling Haaland this season. There are signs that could be changing.

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Carrick not interested in personal Glasner duel -- Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick comes up against one of the major contenders for the permanent job when Oliver Glasner's Crystal Palace go to Old Trafford on Sunday.

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LIVE - T20 World Cup: South Africa face Zimbabwe and look to seal top spot in Group 1 - Follow live text, in-play video highlights and radio commentary as Zimbabwe face South Africa in the ICC T20 World Cup in Delhi.

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Britain's Kavanagh stuns ex-champion Moreno with three weeks' preparation -- Britain's Lone'er Kavanagh claims the biggest win of his career as he upsets former UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno in Mexico City.

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Predict F1 drivers' and constructors' championships -- With the 2026 F1 season ushering in a new era of cars and regulations, make your predictions for how the drivers' and constructors' championships will finish.

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