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BBC News - World

The big questions in Luigi Mangione case as he returns to court -- His trial is a month away and his lawyers have yet to signal their defence, while prosecutors are in a battle over evidence.

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Trump hid in catering truck in secret plane swap over Iran threat, reports say - The US president was reportedly part of a ruse where reporters were falsely told he was with them on Air Force One leaving a Nato summit in Turkey. 2 hrs ago - World

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Russia using North Korean missiles to strike Ukraine, Zelensky says -- Ukraine's president says strikes in Zaporizhzhia - which killed at least six and injured 19 - involved ballistic missiles from Russia's ally.

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Australia PM under fire for remarks on Japanese counterpart's melon gifts -- An ex-Japanese envoy said the "sexist" comments "betrayed the close bond" between the countries.

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Canada flight cancelled after child refuses to wear seat belt -- The incident has sparked a debate over child safety and discipline on commercial planes.

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At least 132 killed in Colombia's largest earthquake in years -- More than 480 people were injured in the quakes, with more feared trapped under collapsed buildings. -- Latin America

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Libyan authorities battle big blaze at major oil refinery -- Monday's drone strike on the Zawiya refinery was the third such incident in two days. -- World

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Watch: What we know about Tupac murder suspect Duane 'Keffe D' Davis -- The trial of the 63-year-old former gang boss kicked off on Monday, and he has entered a not guilty plea.

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Trump signs order to limit childhood vaccines and split MMR shots -- The American Academy of Pediatrics calls the recommendation on measles, mumps and rubella shots "dangerous".

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World's oceans hit record-high July temperatures -- Global oceans recorded their hottest July on record, partly fuelled by developing El Niño conditions, as wildfires continue to ravage western Europe.

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Jackie, the famous California bald eagle, dies after weeks of intensive care -- Jackie and her partner, Shadow, had been watched by millions of people over the years through the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam.

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New train service connects Finland and Sweden for first time in decades -- The service will enable rail travel from Portugal to Lapland - what is believed to be the longest train journey in Europe.

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How and when to see the solar eclipse -- What you need to know about the UK and Europe's best eclipse in 25 years.

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The transgender controversy surrounding the WNBA -- After the Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham said it was "common sense" to ban transgender women from women's sports, a row has emerged in the WNBA - with former NBA players saying eligibility rules mean they can enter the 2027 Draft.

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The lonely Chinese men being conned by fake brides -- "Flash marriage" scams are an extreme symptom of a demographic crisis long in the making in China.

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Hundreds arrested over French wildfires, but who is to blame? -- The government is trying to attribute blame for the unprecedented fires which tore through the country last month.

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Australia is the planet's extinction hotspot, but one animal offers a glimmer of hope -- The country is home to some of the world's most unique species - but it is losing them at an alarming rate.

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Watch: Family escapes home during Colombia earthquake -- At least 132 people are dead and a state of emergency has been declared after Colombia was hit by one of its largest earthquakes in years.

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Watch: Moment powerful earthquake shakes Colombia and crumbles buildings -- At least 111 people have been killed and dozens more injured after the 7.4 temblor hit the western part of the country, according to local officials.

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Watch: What we know about suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan -- Suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan, one of the world's most wanted men, has spent his first night in custody in Ireland after being extradited from Dubai.

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Young girl finds whale stranded on Australian beach -- The humpback whale later successfully freed itself after the tide rose in Queensland, Australia.

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What to know about Trump's Patriot Games for high school athletes -- Two teenagers from each state are competing as part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary.

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Ousted Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia -- The ex-president is convicted of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity during the country's civil war.

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US judge drops bribery and fraud case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani -- The judge, however, criticised the way the Justice Department decided to drop the case.

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A burial row over Zambia's late president has turned its election into a hot contest -- Hakainde Hichilema was a shoo-in for a second term but the controversy following Edgar Lungu's death has dented his chances.

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Moment Chinese rocket explodes after lift-off -- The rocket failed after an in-flight anomaly while carrying a satellite, Chinese state media reported.

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Australia to roll out bird flu vaccines for most vulnerable native birds -- Vulnerable native species will be among the first in line to be protected from the deadly strain.

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