Currency crash and visa crackdowns force Indian students to rethink studying abroad

A weaker rupee and tougher immigration rules are pushing Indian students away from popular destinations like the US and UK.

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Zelensky returns highest Polish honour after award stripped

Ukraine's president said his country was open to "engagement" about "difficult and painful chapters of our shared past".

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Bolivian president declares state of emergency

The move comes after weeks of anti-government protests that have caused a shortage of basic goods in Bolivia.

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Pétanque player, 68, dies after being 'hit in head with metal boule'

The man was allegedly struck by his 81-year-old opponent, who has since been arrested, the public prosecutor says.

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Hegseth renews Nato criticism and says US will review presence in Europe

The US defence secretary's move follows a US decision to scale back its commitments to a high readiness force within the alliance.

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Thousands killed in US-Israeli war on Iran - but experts say true total may never be known

Experts say internet, media and government restrictions have all hampered casualty reporting across the region.

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Serial killer who murdered eight women in Long Island town imprisoned for life

In fiery exchange, judge sentenced him to three life sentences plus 25 years to life on four other charges, all running consecutively.

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Gunfire heard at Niger capital's airport

Niger has been fighting a militant Islamist insurgency for a decade and in January suspected jihadists attacked the same airport.

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India: Why a country of 1.4 billion is not in the football World Cup

The world's most populous country is still missing from football's biggest stage.

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Brazil convicts Jair Bolsonaro's son of pursuing US help in father's legal battle

Eduardo Bolsonaro called the conviction "baseless and senseless".

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What did Trump do differently to Obama on Iran?

The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the contrasting approaches of the two presidents as Trump touts a new peace deal.

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Protesters clash with police ahead of G7 summit in Geneva

Swiss police deployed a water cannon and fired tear gas to disperse anti-G7 protesters after clashes.

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Married at First Sight Australia stars not told partners had drug and violence convictions

Stars of the hit TV show say they did not know their on-screen husbands had previous convictions.

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The college scam that promised students fleeing war a new life in Finland

BBC speaks to students from war-torn Myanmar who say they were cheated after paying to study abroad.

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The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup

The World Cup officially kicked off this week - but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.

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Watch: Why is Trump not at the World Cup?

All three leaders of the North America host nations have missed the tournament opening matches.

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Flip flop or deliberate? - Unpacking Trump’s strategy on Iran

The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the US president's mixed messaging over the war and the questions it raises.

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Who is the Somali referee barred from entering the US for the World Cup?

Omar Artan was set to become the first Somali to referee a game at the World Cup finals, but his place in history has been denied by US immigration authorities.

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A sneak peek inside Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium before World Cup kickoff

The BBC's Will Grant got access inside the renovated venue ahead of the first game of the tournament.

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What we learned from Bill Gates' deposition on Epstein

The billionaire testified to Congress about his relationship with the late convicted sex offender.

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Fireworks illuminate Barcelona's Sagrada Família during Pope visit

Pope Leo XIV says Barcelona's iconic Sagrada Família is a masterpiece of "stones, colours and light" during his visit to Spain.

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Israeli air strikes hit Lebanese city of Tyre despite Iranian warning to stop attacks

Iran warned Israel on Monday that it could resume hostilities if attacks on its Lebanese ally Hezbollah do not stop.

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Murder of Lyhanna, 11, enrages France and turns up heat on government

Protesters are angry that the suspect had already been reported to police last August in a separate case.

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Model who alleges Kanye West choked her tells BBC she felt 'suffocated and scared'

West claims the encounter on a music video set was part of a "provocative theatrical performance".

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SpaceX's stock market blast-off could be Musk's biggest gamble yet

SpaceX is preparing for a stock market debut that could transform the company, the wider market and Elon Musk's fortune.

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Truck carrying fireworks catches fire, sparking spectacular display

No one was harmed in the incident, which saw motorists treated to an early Fourth of July show.

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Rare footage captured of Great White shark in Mediterranean Sea

A volunteer diver has described shaking as he filmed his encounter with an endangered Great White shark between Tunisia and Sicily.

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Five people injured in stabbing at New York City's Penn Station

The city is currently heightening security measures before President Trump visits on Monday to watch the NBA finals.

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Rumours and speculation as fans forecast date of Taylor Swift's wedding

Swifties worldwide are looking for clues about the superstar's nuptials to American football star Travis Kelce.

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Ragas and symphonies: Indian maestro Ilaiyaraaja is still reshaping music 50 years on

Fifty years after his debut, Ilaiyaraaja remains one of the most celebrated composers in Indian cinema.

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Why are devastating mice plagues happening in Australia?

Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents - and it’s costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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'Extremely intelligent' bear on the run in Japan after injuring four people

Authorities said that a bear in north-east Japan has eluded capture by opening a window.

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Here's why election results in the second largest US city are so slow

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

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Germany blames Russia for 'bitter defeat' in UN Security Council bid

Johann Wadephul said it was "no secret" Russia had stirred up sentiment against Germany over its support for Ukraine.

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Robodogs and Black Hawks - How one Mexican city is preparing for the World Cup

BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security preparations in Monterrey, as the city gets ready to host four matches.

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'They'll fix the building, but not our souls': Sleepy Kyiv neighbourhood hit in Russian strike

Scenes of devastation greet residents emerging from underground shelters after a major Russian attack.

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Mayor cancels DR Congo friendly with Chile in Spain over Ebola concern

DR Congo's international friendly against Chile in Spain next week is cancelled after authorities raise health concerns over the Ebola outbreak in the African nation.

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Trump inserts himself into the centre of America's 250th birthday celebrations

Instead of a uniting event, America's Independence Day celebrations are becoming yet another partisan battleground.

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Trump seeking edits to US-Iran deal, US media report

The requested changes are related to the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of highly enriched uranium, according to US media.

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