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Canadian 'poison seller' pleads guilty to aiding suicides by selling toxic chemical online -- Families say he should also be charged in Britain after he sold toxic substances to people across the world, including the UK. -- Just now -- US & Canada

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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. 6 hrs ago - World

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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.

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Watch rescue after rollercoaster stalls 100ft in the air -- Firefighters rescued the trapped riders after four hours with no injuries reported.

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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?

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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". -- Science & Environment

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When trade soured, this American liquor maker moved to Canada -- Phillips Distilling lost 70% of its Canadian business after provinces banned the sale of US liquor. It has since found a way to sell its products in Canada again.

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US government prepares to print $250 note featuring Trump's face -- Federal law bars printing images of living people on US currency, but Trump allies in Congress are moving to make an exception.

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Police investigate motive in fatal attack outside man's Trump-themed home -- A 32-year-old suspect has pleaded not guilty and no motive has yet been determined for the assault.

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California winery blaze erupts in scorching fireballs -- No injuries were reported after the 5.4-acre blaze ripped through a section of the state's Livermore Valley wine region.

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Drag queen Pattie Gonia fights trademark lawsuit by Patagonia -- The outdoor apparel firm says the performer broke an agreement not to use its branding in merchandise.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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'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.

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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.

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Former US attorney general Pam Bondi testifies in congressional Epstein probe -- The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.

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

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California Attorney General sues 23andMe successor for 2023 data breach -- Attorney General Rob Bonta alleges the company lied about the breach's severity.

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