Man arrested after crashing car into Russian consulate in Australia
Police say an officer injured their hand but no other injuries were reported.
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UK closes embassy in Cairo after security barriers removed
The removal of the barriers is widely seen as retaliation for the arrest of a pro-Egyptian government activist in London last week.
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Reeling from Trump's tariffs, India and China seek a business reboot
India's prime minister hopes to draw nearer to some of the world’s largest economies.
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Trump administration moves to fire most Voice of America journalists
Termination notices have been issued to more than 500 employees of VOA and its parent agency.
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Watch: The best looks from the Venice red carpet so far
Actor Julia Roberts makes her Venice Film Festival debut promoting her new movie After The Hunt.
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Three killed and dozens injured in train derailment in Egypt
The train had been travelling from Marsa Matruh to the Egyptian capital Cairo when it came off the tracks.
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Kim meets families of North Korea soldiers killed fighting in Ukraine
The North Korean leader met the families of soldiers killed fighting for Russia against Ukraine.
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Madeleine McCann suspect to be released in less than three weeks
Christian Brückner is still dangerous, the German prosecutor leading the investigation into the toddler's disappearance tells the BBC.
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Why has Kamala Harris' security detail been withdrawn?
The overstretched Secret Service is required to provide 6 months of protection to former vice-presidents.
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Body of Israeli hostage recovered in Gaza, IDF says
Ilan Weiss was killed during Hamas's attack in southern Israel on 7 October 2023.
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'India put us on the boat like captives - then threw us in the sea'
Rohingya refugees tell the BBC they were flown from Delhi and forced into the sea off the coast of Myanmar.
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Tourist pouring beer down elephant's trunk in Kenya sparks anger
Investigations have been launched following the footage posted to Instagram - which has since been deleted.
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Cases of flesh-eating screwworm on the rise in Mexico
The parasites mainly infest cattle but there have also been dozens of cases involving people.
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BBC reports from scene of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv
Russia launched a major attack on Ukraine's capital in the early hours of Thursday evening, killing at least 19 people, including four children.
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Watch: How the Catholic school shooting unfolded in Minneapolis
Two children, aged eight and 10, have been killed and 17 other people injured following a shooting during Mass.
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Denmark apologises to Greenland's victims of forced contraception scandal
Mette Frederiksen says sorry to to women who were fitted with devices, sometimes without their knowledge.
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German cabinet backs voluntary military service, opening door to conscription
The defence minister wants to increase soldiers in service from 182,000 to 260,000 by the early 2030s.
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South African influencer apologises over viral Russian job videos
There has been a backlash over the recruitment scheme and a government warning to young people.
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Cook to sue Trump over order to fire her from Federal Reserve
The central bank governor says the US president "has no authority to do so" in defiance of Trump's escalatory move against the Fed.
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Trump threatens to deploy troops to Baltimore to 'clean up' crime
The deployment of military for domestic law enforcement has drawn backlash from Democrats, with one governor calling it an "abuse of power".
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French helicopter crew survive crash into lake
The helicopter was attempting to collect water to fight wildfires at the time of the crash.
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Mexico cartel leader 'El Mayo' enters guilty plea
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada was arrested in July 2024, and is due to be sentenced in the coming months.
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North Korean leader oversees new missile test, state media says
Two new air defence missiles with "superior combat capability" have been fired in a test observed by Kim Jong Un.
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More than 30 jihadists killed in air strikes, Nigerian military says
Concern is mounting about "war-time levels of slaughter" in Nigeria, including a resurgence of jihadist activity.
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Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts creating lava fountain
Kilauea, on Hawaii's Big Island, started spewing fresh lava on 22 August, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said.
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What did Erik and Lyle Menendez do and when could they be released?
Lyle and Erik Menendez have been denied release by separate parole boards this week.
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Will Serena Williams's weight-loss admission help shed stigma of anti-obesity drugs?
Could her comments instil a new sense of confidence in those using the drugs and quieten the critics?
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New bodies found near site of Kenya's starvation cult burials
Nine bodies have been found in fresh graves near the site of the "Shakahola Forest Massacre".
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Three more species of giraffe than previously thought - can you spot the difference?
Giraffes have always been thought to be one species, but scientists now say there are four.
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Ukrainian held in Italy over Nord Stream gas pipelines blast mystery
German prosecutors say the man was in a group that planted explosives in the Baltic Sea.
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Why Donetsk matters so much for Ukraine's defences
For Ukraine to lose western Donetsk would mean the fall of a bulwark against any future Russian advance.
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China and India should be partners, not adversaries, says foreign minister Wang Yi
Yi's India visit comes days before PM Modi's trip to China, and signals a further thaw in relations.
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Netanyahu accuses Australian PM of 'betraying' Israel
Relations between the two countries have frayed since Australia said it planned to recognise a Palestinian state.
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Why Oval Office map has played crucial role in Trump's view of Ukraine war
Ukraine's leader has taken issue with the American map, because of the amount of control it gives Russia.
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Four key takeaways from Ukraine talks in Washington
Ukraine's President Zelensky managed to avoid another disastrous Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump.
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Watch: Destruction in Pakistan after flash floods that have killed hundreds
The majority of fatalities were recorded in the northwest Buner district, where at least 200 people were killed.
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Key takeaways so far from Ukraine talks in Washington
Ukraine's President Zelensky managed to avoid another disastrous Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump.
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'No-one was expecting this': European leaders rush to US to help Ukraine avoid 'capitulation'
The heads of state hope to stop Trump from threatening long-term European security, writes James Landale.
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Resignation and betrayal: What handing Donbas to Putin would mean for Ukraine
Donald Trump is reportedly planning to urge Ukraine to surrender the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as part of negotiations over an end to the war.
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Trump posted a photo of me sitting by my tent - then a bulldozer arrived
DC's largest homeless encampment was destroyed after the president called for a crackdown. What happened to its residents?
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Erin rapidly intensifies to category five hurricane
The "extremely powerful" storm "explosively deepened and intensified" overnight, say forecasters
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Macron condemns 'act of hatred' after tree memorial for murdered Jew is cut down
The French president said the felling of the tree honouring Ilan Halimi was "an attempt to kill him a second time".
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One dead and several injured as Danish train hits tanker and derails
Local media report crash at railway crossing in southern Jutland involved lorry transporting farm waste.
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Watch: Moment Trump and Putin meet in Alaska for Ukraine talks
This is the moment Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin exchange handshakes as they meet for a summit in Alaska.
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Suspected French spy arrested in alleged Mali coup plot
The French national is accused of working "on behalf of the French intelligence service" in Mali.
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Australia and Vanuatu agree to $328m security and business deal
Australia is trying to grow its influence in the Pacific region, to counter China's increased power.
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'It's coming home' - the undignified row over the body of Zambia's ex-president
Edgar Lungu, who died in June, is yet to be buried - the debate over what next exposes deep divisions.
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Aerial footage shows aftermath of massive train derailment in Texas
Video shows mangled train cars piled on top of each other on the tracks, as emergency crews attended the scene
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Europe expresses hope after call with Trump on Putin summit
European leaders are urging Trump to keep Ukraine and Europe's interests at the forefront when he meets Putin on Friday.
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Inside Australia's billion-dollar bid to take on China's rare earth dominance
Recent moves by Beijing have got businesses worried - and Australia is looking to offer an alternative.
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US announces criminal charges against Haitian gang leader Barbecue
He heads the group Viv Ansanm, which controls much of Haiti's capital and is accused of multiple murders, kidnappings and attacks on infrastructure.
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Watch: Europe's wildfires seen from above
Aerial video shows the extent of devastation caused by wildfires in a number of European countries.
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Zelensky rules out ceding Donbas region as Russians make fresh advance
The Ukrainian leader was speaking ahead of a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday.
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China rams own warship while chasing Philippine vessel
The crash in the disputed Scarborough Shoal rendered a Chinese warship "unseaworthy", Manila said.
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Trump deploys National Guard to Washington DC and pledges crime crackdown
The president also takes control of the city's police force, as the mayor rejects his claims of a crime wave.
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Bowen: Israeli settlers intensify campaign to drive out West Bank Palestinians
In the shadow of the Gaza war, violence is rising in the occupied territories as radical settlers seize land with the backing of the government.
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Jubilant scenes but bumpy road ahead in post-Hasina Bangladesh
Bangladesh marked a year since Sheikh Hasina fled with promises of renewal, but little mention of its problems.
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Netanyahu defends Gaza plans as Israel heavily criticised at UN Security Council
Israel's Prime Minister also claimed Israeli hostages held in Gaza were "the only ones being deliberately starved".
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Watch: Palestinian and Israeli representatives address UN meeting
Riyad Mansour, Permanent Observer of Palestine to the UN, and Jonathan Miller, Deputy Permanent Representative for Israel to the UN, address a UN Security Council meeting.
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Putin gives Trump envoy award for CIA official's son killed fighting in Ukraine
Michael Gloss, 21, who was killed in Ukraine last year, was the son of Juliane Gallina, a CIA deputy director,
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Putin gives Trump envoy award for CIA official's son killed fighting in Ukraine
Michael Gloss, 21, who was killed in Ukraine last year, was the son of Juliane Gallina, a CIA deputy director,
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Teenager arrested after three shot in New York City's Times Square
An 18-year-old woman grazed by a bullet in the neck was among the injured as gunfire rang out.
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US offers $50m reward for arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro
A reward for information leading to the capture of Maduro, who the US accuses of drug trafficking, has been doubled.
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Six dead in Kenya medical small plane crash, official says
The plane lost signal just three minutes after take off according to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority.
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United Airlines passengers in US delayed after tech glitch halts flights
The company said late on Wednesday that its flights were no longer grounded, but that disruption was ongoing.
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Russian attacks on Ukraine double since Trump inauguration
Missile and drone attacks on Ukraine are now at their highest, despite Trump's promise to end the war.
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Bear chases hockey mascot during photoshoot
The Seattle Kraken mascot, who was filming a promotional video with team forward John Hayden, safely escaped the encounter.
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How a Texas showdown could reshape Congress - and Trump's presidency
A dramatic redistricting fight could spread to other states before next year's crucial midterm elections.
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Netanyahu to propose full reoccupation of Gaza, Israeli media report
The plan will involve a complete takeover of Gaza, but reportedly faces opposition from military chiefs.
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Irish missionary and child, 3, among nine kidnapped from Haiti orphanage
Gena Heraty and a three-year-old child were taken in the middle of the night in a "planned act", officials say.
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Democrats flee Texas to block Republican redistricting map backed by Trump
The redistricting would create five new Republican-leaning seats in the US House of Representatives.
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Hackers, secret cables and security fears: The explosive fight over the UK's new Chinese embassy
It will be the biggest embassy in Europe, if approved. But its opponents fear it brings with it certain risks and dangers
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Manhunt intensifies for Montana bar shooting suspect as four victims named
Police say the suspect was "a regular" at the bar where he opened fire, and that a bartender and three patrons were among the victims.
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Ukraine officials held in military drone corruption probe
The arrests come just two days after Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies had their independence restored.
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Leaders condemn videos of emaciated hostages as Red Cross calls for access
Hamas said it would allow Red Cross access if humanitarian aid corridors were opened into Gaza.
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Trump fires lead official on economic data as tariffs cause market drop
The move comes as a weaker-than-expected jobs report stoked fears about tariffs.
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Chess grandmaster Carlsen wins at Esports World Cup
World number one Magnus Carlsen takes home $250,000 (£188,000) for winning the online competition.
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Trump's global tariffs 'victory' may well come at a high price
The US president considers it a win - but if this all triggers a foundational realignment, the results may not break in his favour
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