Israel says bodies of six Hamas hostages recovered

US President Joe Biden confirms an American citizen was among them, expressing his outrage.

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Doctor bailed over Matthew Perry drugs death

Dr Mark Chavez is among five people charged over the Friends star's death in Los Angeles last year.

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Antonelli can do 'great things' as Hamilton's replacement

'Great things' expected as Mercedes announce Italian teenager Andrea Kimi Antonelli as Lewis Hamilton's replacement.

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'Some of the worst tennis I have ever played' - Djokovic crashes out of US Open

Australia's Alexei Popyrin hands defending champion Novak Djokovic his earliest US Open defeat in 18 years with victory in the third round.

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Man jailed for plot to put wife on death row with weed planted in car

The man hid cannabis in his wife's car in an attempt to frame her in the "perfect crime".

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Watch key moments from Harris and Walz's first interview

The Democratic ticket spoke to CNN about their policies and when she heard Biden was dropping out.

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Aboriginal teen dies by suicide in Perth youth prison

It is the second death of an Aboriginal boy in Western Australia in under a year.

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Watch: Police drive through flaming Montana countryside

Newly released video shows a police sergeant searching to see if any campers had got caught up in the wildfire.

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Ukraine's long-range drones using Western tech to hit Russia

Western technology and finance are helping Ukraine carry out hundreds of long-range strikes inside Russia.

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S Korea boss arrested over deadly fire at battery plant

The arrest of Aricell's chief executive follows an investigation that found multiple safety failings.

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SA billionaire overtakes Dangote as Africa’s richest man

South African Johann Rupert controls Richemont, one of the world's largest luxury goods firms.

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Why badminton has become code for teen sex in Hong Kong

The education bureau suggests teens who want to have sex could "go out to play badminton together" instead.

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Israeli military launches major West Bank operation

At least 11 Palestinians are killed in separate incidents in the north of the territory.

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What would it take to get Oasis back together? – Liam asked in 2016

At the premiere of the band's documentary, Liam is asked what it would take to bring Oasis back together.

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US soldier who fled to North Korea to plead guilty to desertion

Pvt Travis King has agreed to a plea deal that will see some of the charges against him dropped, his lawyer said.

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Australia introduces cap on international students

The policy has angered Australia's tertiary education sector, which is one of the world's biggest.

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Massive Russian strikes hit Ukraine for second day

Local officials say at least three people have been killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine overnight.

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At least 22 killed after having IDs checked in Pakistan

The attack happened in Balochistan province, where security forces are battling sectarian violence.

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Standoff as police close in on 'Son of God' pastor

Apollo Quiboloy is wanted by Manila and the FBI for child sex trafficking and other crimes.

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Matthew Perry's death reveals Hollywood's ketamine 'wild west'

Doctors say ketamine has become "super easy" to get through a network of online clinics that exploit government loopholes.

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Reuters journalist missing after strike in Ukraine

The news agency says its team was staying in a hotel in Kramatorsk, which was struck by a missile.

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Explosions over Israel as rockets fired from across Lebanon border

Tensions escalated sharply after Israel killed a Hezbollah commander in Beirut almost a month ago

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Famine hits Sudan as peace talks fall short yet again

Aid begins to trickle in but it is far too little, too late, says analyst Alex de Waal.

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Italian burglar caught after sitting down with book

The would-be thief became distracted after picking up a book about Greek mythology on a bedside table.

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Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners after Kursk offensive

The swap is the first since Ukraine first began its incursion into Russia on 6 August.

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France investigating synagogue explosion as suspected terrorism

France's Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin called the incident "an obviously criminal act".

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The Paralympic table tennis love story

Bonded by fate, thriving by purpose: Meet the power couple of African para table tennis.

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How to pronounce 'Kamala' - A lesson from her nieces

Actress Kerry Washington delighted the crowd with two of Kamala Harris’ great-nieces.

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Four takeaways from Kamala Harris's convention speech

The Vice-President hit the key notes her campaign wanted - but her vision for the future lacked detail.

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Shein reveals child labour cases at suppliers

The Chinese fast fashion giant has been tightening scrutiny of firms that make the clothes it sells.

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Oprah Winfrey alludes to JD Vance's 'childless cat lady' jibe

Oprah Winfrey spoke about racism, sexism, and income inequality as she addressed the DNC.

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'Hope is making a comeback' - Michelle Obama at DNC

Former First Lady Michelle Obama got a lengthy standing ovation as she told delegates she thought "something magical was in the air".

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Trinidad and Tobago refloats mystery oil spill tanker

Some 50,000 barrels of oil have leaked since the ship overturned off the Caribbean nation's coast in February.

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'America, I gave my best to you': Biden eyes legacy in emotional farewell

The president lauded Kamala Harris and gave a forceful defence of his own achievements in a speech that he never wanted to give.

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Bank boss among missing in Sicily yacht disaster

Jonathan Bloomer is one of the six people missing after Monday's disaster, Sicily's Civil Protection says.

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Imran Khan applies to be uni chancellor from jail

The former Prime Minister of Pakistan, who is in currently prison, plans to apply for the role.

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Watch: Meghan speaks Spanish during Colombia trip

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have been taking part in a series of events in Colombia.

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What to expect from the 2024 Democratic National Convention

Prominent party leaders, celebrities and nearly 50,000 people will gather in Chicago for the DNC.

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Russians tell BBC they are worried and angry at Ukraine invasion

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg in Aleksin meets Russians wondering how Ukraine's incursion could have happened.

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Ferris wheel blaze in Germany injures several people

Video showed two carriages on the wheel in Leipzig alight with smoke billowing into the air.

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Russians tell BBC they are worried and angry at Ukraine invasion

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg in Aleksin meets Russians wondering how Ukraine's incursion could have happened.

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French film giant Alain Delon dies aged 88

Once described as the most beautiful man in the movies, Delon had become a virtual recluse with his children trading public insults.

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Kamala Harris's positions on 10 key issues

Some of the vice-president's views have changed since she first entered politics.

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National strike held over India doctor's murder

Non-essential services are at a standstill in an escalated protest demanding greater protections.

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US judge suspended for handcuffing sleeping girl during field trip

Detroit judge condemned by mother after showing 15-year-old he was "not to be played with".

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A different kind of Trump goes on display

While still saying he is "entitled to personal attacks", Donald Trump seeks to shift his campaign focus to policy.

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Wanted Peru gang leader arrested in US

Gianfranco Torres-Navarro is believed to be the leader of Los Killers gang and is on Peru's wanted list.

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Advance into Russia continues, says Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelensky says his troops have captured 100 Russian soldiers since the morning.

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China firm claims world's fastest-charging EV battery

Zeekr says the new batteries can be charged from 10% to 80% in 10 and a half minutes using its chargers.

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Two polar bears kill Canadian worker in rare attack

The person who was killed worked at a remote radar site in Canada's Arctic region.

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Ukraine claims to control 1,000 sq km of Russian territory

Russian leader Vladimir Putin has described the cross-border offensive as a "major provocation".

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Concerns over 'dangerous gases' at closed copper mine

A legal dispute over the facility in Panama has caused new environmental fears.

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The Hollywood Olympics: All you need to know about Los Angeles 2028

The new sporting events, the venues, the stars, and the traffic - what to watch out for in four years.

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Hamas says Gaza truce talks must be based on Biden plan

The group says it wants to resume negotiations on a US-backed proposal rather than any new initiative.

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Snoop Dogg among Peaky Blinders fans, reveals creator

Creator Steven Knight told Desert Island Discs the meeting showed him Peaky Blinders is "universal".

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Man's viral sanding videos helped turn life around

Danny Stenhouse says he hopes his success will inspire others.

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In pictures: Brazil's deadly plane crash

Three days of mourning have been declared for those killed in the Voepass flight which crashed in Vinhedo.

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Aerial video shows 'horror scene' after Brazil plane crash

All 61 people on board were killed when a Voepass plane came down in São Paulo state.

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How this US Olympian pays her bills with side hustles

Daniella Ramirez is on the US women's artistic swimming team, which took home silver medals this week.

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Ex-Catalan leader ‘eludes police manhunt and flees Spain’

A top Spanish judge demands answers from Catalan police on how Carles Puigdemont was able to escape.

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Watch: Moment police officer spots Trump rally gunman

Bodycam footage is released showing the minutes before a man attempted to assassinate the former president on 13 July.

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Global stocks climb higher as market jitters ease

US stocks have their best trading day since November 2022, after new jobs data boosts sentiment.

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Venezuelan president bans X for 10 days over Musk row

Nicolás Maduro and X owner Elon Musk have traded barbs since last month's disputed presidential vote.

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Thousands of anti-racism protesters take to England's streets

Thousands of counter-protesters rallied on Wednesday against anti-immigration demonstrations in English towns and cities.

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British croc expert jailed for sexual abuse of dogs

Adam Britton pleaded guilty to 60 charges, which also included four counts of accessing child abuse material.

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Man behind iconic Australian meme dies at 82

Jack Karlson, who spurred the infamous "Succulent Chinese Meal" meme, has died of cancer.

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Moment dog sparks house fire after chewing power bank

The blaze started with a spark caused by a portable lithium-ion battery cable.

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'Squad' member Cori Bush loses congressional primary

Ms Bush was unseated in Missouri's first congressional district by St Louis prosecutor Wesley Bell.

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Black Panther actress Connie Chiume dies aged 72

The multi-award-winning actress starred in several South African TV shows and became a household name.

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The small African country with the world's highest suicide rate

A look at Lesotho, where more people take their own lives than anywhere else in the world.

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India steps up border security after Bangladesh crisis

India shares a long border with Bangladesh and is worried that tensions could spill over into India.

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Man nearly hit when small plane crashes on golf course

The pilot said complete mechanical failure led the aircraft to come down in California.

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Bangladesh's protesters want their PM to go. Can she hold on?

Calls are growing for Sheikh Hasina to resign, amid a violent crackdown on anti-government protests.

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Russian dissident Kara-Murza tells BBC he thought he would die in prison

Vladimir Kara-Murza's joy at his release in the prisoner swap is marred by thoughts of Russian detainees who remain in jail.

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Can India become rich before its population grows old?

At current rates, India needs 75 years to reach a quarter of US's per capita income, a report says.

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He lost two homes to California fires in six years. Now what?

Rick Pero can't fathom starting over again after watching his home burn down again in northern California.

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Dressing the Dragon: 'The scale of it is huge'

Costume designer Caroline McCall from Portadown plays a crucial role in bringing Westeros to life.

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Watch: Supercell tornado sweeps through eastern Spain

There was "no major damage" caused by the tornado, according to the mayor of El Toro.

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Somali beach attack kills 32, police say

Around 63 others are injured, with some in a critical condition after a suicide bombing in Mogadishu.

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Spies' children did not know they were Russian

The Dultsev children thought they were Argentinian all their lives, cannot speak Russian and did not know who was President Putin.

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Venezuelans fear for relatives after mass arrests

Hundreds of demonstrators have been detained following Venezuela's disputed presidential election.

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Americans freed in Russia prisoner swap land in US

US President Joe Biden welcomed them off the plane at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland.

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