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'Poison seller' who sold toxic chemicals online to people across world admits aiding suicides - Kenneth Law admitted charges relating to Canadian victims - but families say he should also be charged in the UK over 79 deaths in Britain. 7 hrs ago - US & Canada

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No deal announced after Trump meeting to make 'final determination' on Iran -- The US president met his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal. -- Middle East

3 hours ago

Exploding rocket casts doubts over Nasa's Moon plans -- Explosion of Blue Origin rocket is a setback for the company and for Nasa's Moon plans. -- Science & Environment

22 minutes ago

Move over, Heated Rivalry - there's a new ice hockey romance obsession - The Amazon Prime adaptation of Elle Kennedy's ice hockey romance book is an early hit with viewers. 2 hrs ago

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Are the US and Iran close to reaching a peace deal... again? -- BBC's Sarah Smith looks at why both countries are in a tense cycle of negotiations, despite the progress President Trump consistently claims.

1 day ago

US and Iran 'very close' to deal but 'not there yet', Vance says -- US officials earlier told the BBC that the framework of a ceasefire extension deal had been agreed, pending the approval of Trump and Iran's leadership.

12 hours ago

Blue Origin rocket explodes into huge ball of flame on Florida launch pad -- Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos, who founded Blue Origin, said it was a "very rough day".

1 day ago

California teen wins US spelling bee - but could you compete? Take our quiz -- Nine kids have battled it out in the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee finals - can you spell as well as they did?

22 hours ago

What does Blue Origin rocket mishap mean for Nasa's Moon mission? -- Science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains why the explosion is a setback for space exploration.

15 hours ago

Watch: Moment 14-year-old wins US national spelling bee -- A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition.

22 hours ago

Why Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices -- New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations.

2 days ago

Watch: Community gathers as workers remain missing after chemical blast -- At least one person is dead and nine others missing after a chemical explosion at a paper mill in the US state of Washington, authorities said.

2 days ago

How Trump is transforming Washington - by adding his face everywhere -- Sarah Smith visits places across the US capital where the president has hung banners, renamed a site or is rebuilding something.

2 days ago

MAGA candidate's win in Texas primary may also help Democrats in Senate battle -- Ken Paxton's victory sets up what will be a closely watched contest in November's midterm elections.

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It's like the Olympics - except steroids are allowed -- The first ever Enhanced Games are taking place this weekend in Las Vegas, with big names, big money and much controversy.

6 days ago

How Trump's IRS settlement could block tax audits of him, his family and their businesses -- Some lawmakers and legal experts say the department has violated federal law with its addendum to the settlement agreement.

7 days ago

'We are resilient': As San Diego's Muslim community reels from mosque shooting, it refuses to be intimidated -- Thousands attend funeral prayers for the three victims of Monday's deadly shooting at the Islamic Centre of San Diego.

8 days ago

Trump is putting pressure on Cuba - why and to what end? -- The US has warned that a peaceful agreement with Cuba is unlikely, Havana insists this is a "fraudulent case" designed to justify military intervention.

7 days ago

The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.

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Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, won the competition this year after correctly spelling 32 words in a 90-second lighting round tiebreaker.

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The performing arts centre must also remain open despite Trump announcing a two-year closure for extensive renovations.

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Police say the bus failed to slow ahead of a work zone and struck six vehicles on the motorway.

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Artists including Young MC, Poison frontman Bret Michaels and country singer Martina McBride have raised concerns the event will be political.

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In a two-page order on Friday, the judge barred the justice department from taking any steps to stand up or operate the fund.

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Firefighters rescued the trapped riders after four hours with no injuries reported.

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The top federal prosecutor in Chicago has denied media reports that his office opened an investigation into E Jean Carroll.

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