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Hospitality jobs boom as US prepares for World Cup - It is the third month in a row US jobs figures have beaten expectations. 18 mins ago - Business

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Despite the Iran war, inflation and debt fears, US markets keep hitting record highs, fueled largely by AI. BBC's Samira Hussain looks into whether that bubble will burst.

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The insect, which has been found in America for the first time since 1966, is a growing concern in the southern US.

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A UFC fight on the White House lawn is among a range of events planned to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's founding.

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The president is directing money into coal as the Iran war drives up energy costs for Americans.

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BBC Verify examines how the biggest change to the White House in decades has transformed in the last year.

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It could take weeks - or even a month - before we know who won elections in California and Los Angeles.

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After weeks of renovation, water has begun refilling the historic pool, which has been coated in a colour named "American flag blue".

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Trump's former advisor turned critic had reached a deal with prosecutors, two people said.

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Brandy Melville's move has caused uproar among some young women who frequent its stores, with one calling it a "devastating news".

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Primavera fans react after headline acts Doja Cat and Massive Attack cancelled over weather -- Fans have expressed their confusion that no back-up plan was put in place at the festival in Barcelona.

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US actor James Handy stabbed to death, with girlfriend's son arrested -- Handy, 81, is known for his roles in films including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick.

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US journalist pleads guilty to working as China's agent -- Thomas Weir Pauken II, 50, knowingly worked with people employed by the Chinese government for years.

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Trump hits back at 'unpatriotic' vote after House rebukes him over Iran -- The lower chamber of Congress passed a measure that seeks to halt further military action, in a vote seen as largely symbolic.

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What to know about Canada's new AI strategy -- Canada new roadmap for how it plans to adopt AI over the next decade includes "large-scale" data centres, free AI literacy programme and billions in funding.

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Can the US, Mexico and Canada set aside their differences as they co-host the World Cup? -- The tournament comes after a period of fractious relations between the US, Canada and Mexico.

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Who can buy shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX? -- From next week individual investors can take a stake in Musk's rockets-to-AI company.

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Marilyn Monroe auction features star's make-up and gowns on 100th birthday -- The auction has already brought in thousands in bids and includes intimate items from her life.

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Robodogs and helicopters: One Mexican city's approach to World Cup security -- In the shadow of cartel violence, BBC's Will Grant got a first-hand look at security plans in Monterrey.

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Watch: World Cup teams start arriving in North America -- Some wore matching suits and others carried identical green bags as they landed, just days before the tournament kicks off.

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Video shows elaborate drug-smuggling tunnel between US and Mexico -- Four people have been arrested and charged with trafficking more than $45 million in cocaine, according to federal officials.

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Watch: Men seen entering NYC sewer manholes in surveillance footage -- The individuals are believed to be "treasure hunters" and urban explorers looking for valuables in the sewer system, police say.

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The end of Trump's 'anti-weaponisation' fund is another sign Republicans are fighting back -- The $1.8bn fund would have paid people the Trump administration decided were unjustly and politically targeted.

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He was a reality show villain. Can he be the mayor of one of America's largest cities? -- Republican Spencer Pratt, known for his TV role on The Hills, appears to be in a tight race with two Democrats in Los Angeles.

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She watched a wildfire destroy her town, so she's building fire-proof bunkers -- Linda Cantey - and other US entrepreneurs - are channelling trauma into efforts to mitigate the damage of wildfires.

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Bowen: Trump needs this war to end but Iran is not backing down -- Under pressure from the polls and Gulf allies, the White House is pushing for a deal but Iran wants concessions, writes BBC's international editor.

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