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Friday, May 08, 2026 12:19 AM ET

BBC News - World

Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship not start of pandemic, UN health agency says -- Ther World Health Organization says it is not in the same situation as with Covid-19 because hantavirus spreads differently. -- Africa

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Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity -- A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation. -- World

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Fears of renewed Gaza war as Hamas disarmament talks stall -- Israeli media reports suggest Israel is preparing to resume fighting because of the impasse in talks with Hamas. -- Middle East

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World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty -- The men's 2026 Fifa World Cup is set to hold its opening ceremony on 11 June in Mexico City.

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Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire in Strait of Hormuz - Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas. 2 hrs ago - World

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Trump's 'irresponsible war' to blame for economic slowdown, German minister says -- Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil blamed the US president's "irresponsible war in Iran" for harming the Germany economy.

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Rosenberg: Russia's Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan -- For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow.

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Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US -- Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.

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US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt -- Parents who have outstanding debt of more than $2,500 (€1,844) in child support payments could be impacted.

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Rwandan singer dies as he was being released from prison -- The former university lecturer was a vocal critic of the government and ruling Rwandan Patriotic Front party.

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Five killed in huge fire at packed Mexico fairground -- The blaze in the south-eastern city of Villahermosa erupted during a concert reportedly attended by some 135,000 people.

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US judge releases Jeffrey Epstein's purported suicide note -- Epstein's former cellmate claims he found the note, which has not been verified by the BBC.

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China announces suspended death sentences for former defence ministers -- The announcement follows recent ousting of several top officials in China's military.

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Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll -- An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.

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Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence -- Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.

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'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia' -- Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.

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One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does -- A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.

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How worried should we be about hantavirus? -- Some passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus have already taken flights to numerous countries.

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How operation to disembark passengers on virus-hit cruise will work -- The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe reports from Tenerife, where some locals fear the ship's arrival could bring health risks.

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Who is Kumanjayi Little Baby and why has her death caused outrage in Australia? -- The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger.

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Tenerife resident calls docking of hantavirus ship 'reckless' -- People on Tenerife in the Canary Islands have told the BBC they are concerned about the arrival of MV Hondius.

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US driver arrested after chasing down child on bike on footpath -- Video captures a young boy on a bike fleeing a car that mounted a footpath in Washington State.

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Watch: Passengers told virus-hit ship 'not infectious' after first death -- YouTuber Ruhi Çenet was on board the ship, and filmed the announcement made on 12 April.

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Crowds cheer China's new snooker star on return from championship win -- Wu Yize, 22, receives a rock star's welcome after becoming second-youngest player to win a world title.

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William, Catherine and children name baby kangaroo at Australia Zoo -- Conservationist Robert Irwin, son of Steve Irwin, says Cwtch - Welsh for cuddle - is the perfect name.

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Marco Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump over Iran war -- Leo, the first American pontiff, drew Trump's ire after becoming a firm critic of the war and the administration's hardline immigration policies.

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