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News imagePresident Putin lifts his finger as if to make a point as he speaks into a microphone. He is dressed in a navy blue suit, white shirt and red patterned tie and is speaking in front of a marine blue backdrop

Putin says there is 'no point' meeting Zelensky over ending Ukraine war

The Russian president's refusal comes after his Ukrainian counterpart wrote an open letter calling for face-to-face talks.

1 hr ago
Europe

News imageThe International Space Station is seen in the centre of the image in space orbiting the Earth

Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt

Russian attempt to repair tunnel area sparks safe-haven procedure for five other astronauts onboard.

3 hrs ago
Science & Environment
News imageMedical staff wearing protective equipment at a hospital in Bunia, Ituri Provice in the Democractic Republic of Congo

Fall in official Ebola numbers appears to be good news but it's not that simple

There are now 380 confirmed cases of Ebola in DR Congo, far lower than initial estimates of suspected cases, writes Fergus Walsh.

4 hrs ago
Africa

Buffy and Ted Lasso star Anthony Head dies at 72

The British actor, who also appeared in Merlin and Little Britain, died of complications from pneumonia.

28 mins ago
Culture

Everest guide survived six-day ordeal by eating chocolate and 'chewing ice'

Dawa Sherpa was spotted alive by a cleaning crew as he slid slowly down the world's tallest mountain and spoke to the BBC from hospital.

4 hrs ago
Asia

The story of Norway's Viking World Cup photoshoot

Renowned British photographer David Yarrow tells BBC Sport what inspired his viral Norway World Cup send-off photo.

6 hrs ago
World Cup

Fifa regrets free ticket error but demands fans pay

Fifa says fans who were mistakenly given free tickets to World Cup group stage matches in Toronto must pay for them within seven days or lose the seats.

10 hrs ago
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Brutal ultramarathons and extreme adventures: the rise of 'darecations'

Forget relaxing on holiday; more travellers opting for physically punishing adventures in some of the world’s toughest places.

News imageLoreen Willemberg, a woman with long hair, stands in the middle of a warmly lit, homely decorated sitting room (Credit: Ari Michelson/ AUGUST)

The extraordinary people who can fend off HIV

Scientists are studying the few extraordinary individuals whose bodies seem able to naturally defend themselves from HIV in the hope of finding new cures.


Arts in Motion

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Cecilia Bartoli: A voice that defies time

Cecilia Bartoli has spent 40 years at the pinnacle of classical music, a feat few artists ever achieve.
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US Senate approves $70bn for Trump immigration agencies

The package to fund agencies including ICE until the end of Trump's term had face Democratic opposition over immigration agents killing two US citizens.

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The former CIA official has been charged with theft of public funds relating to timesheet claims he made.

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A man suspected of murdering an 11-year-old girl had previously been identified as a potential child molester, records show.

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Andrew was sub-letting Royal Lodge cottages, watchdog reveals

A public spending watchdog examines the property arrangements of royals including Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

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UK
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Norway's crown princess on lung transplant waiting list, palace says

Mette-Marit's condition, which stiffens the lungs, making it hard to breathe, has deteriorated, the royal household says.

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Trump to meet AI leaders to discuss US investment in their companies

The US president said on Friday he expects to meet the leaders of top AI companies next week.

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Golf pals defy 17m-to-one odds with holes-in-one

Rob Davis said it "was surreal" to see both balls in the hole after he and long-time playing partner David Lewis hit aces in the same round on the 15th hole at Royal Liverpool.

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Ukraine says it struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and in coastal waters of Russian-occupied territories.

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Guide stranded on Everest rescued after six days without food or oxygen

The BBC's Rajini Vaidyanathan pieces together how events unfolded.

Asia
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Protesters topple World Cup player statues in Mexico City

Teachers demanding higher pay have been demonstrating for several days and threaten to disrupt the tournament if their demands are not met.

Latin America
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Despite the Iran war, inflation and debt fears, US markets keep hitting record highs, fueled largely by AI. BBC's Samira Hussain looks into whether that bubble will burst.

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After weeks of renovation, water has begun refilling the historic pool, which has been coated in a colour named "American flag blue".

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Hundreds of the Hollywood icon's personal possessions have been put up for auction in California.

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A former police officer wrongly identified as being at the scene of Henry Nowak's arrest and death said she is scared for her safety.

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In the shadow of cartel violence, BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security plans in Monterrey.

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One person was killed and more than 60 injured in the Iranian drone strike on Wednesday.

Middle East

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World Cup

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A rivalry that changed football

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been at the top of the game for the past 20 years, BBC Sport looks at a rivalry that has shaped football.

Hospitality jobs boom as US prepares for World Cup


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US plans to fight flesh-eating screwworm outbreak with flies and dogs

The insect, which has been found in America for the first time since 1966, is a growing concern in the southern US.

Trump cancels concerts for America's 250th birthday - but how else is it celebrating?

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He follows the late great Papa Wemba in becoming a knight of the National Order of the Leopard.

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Business

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Moving beyond diesel to local energy has given Rwanda a buffer against rising global energy prices.

China cracks down on soft porn, violence and materialism in viral micro dramas

British Heart Foundation plans to close 150 charity shops

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Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from the Women's World Cup qualifier between Spain and England.

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Health

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Cats and dogs can be allergic to pollen, but getting a diagnosis is a lengthy process.

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Culture

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From Nescafe to Ted Lasso: Anthony Head's life in pictures

Anthony Head, who first came to public attention for his role in 1980s Nescafe ads, has died at the age of 72.

Ex-Channel 4 News host Jon Snow reveals he has Alzheimer's

Stars pay tribute to 'visionary' Mobo Awards founder Kanya King

US actor James Handy stabbed to death, with girlfriend's son arrested


Travel

News imageFishermen pull in nets from a small boat at sunrise on the Hooghly River under Kolkata's Howrah Bridge (Credit: Marco Rutten/World Food Photography Awards)

10 winning photos from the World Food Photography Awards 2026

From a Soviet-era sanatorium to a floating market in Bangladesh, this year's World Food Photography Awards capture the many ways food shapes daily life around the world.

The 14-course dinner redefining Zambian cuisine

The idyllic island you can drive around in a weekend

A 1,400km bike ride along the 'End of the World' in Patagonia


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Arts

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10 of the best books of 2026 so far

From a darkly comic tale of revenge to a beautiful contemplation on friendship, here are the year's most acclaimed works of fiction so far.

Whistler Mother is a US icon - here's why the artist would've hated its success

'I was told I had months to live. Now I've been born again'

Lord of The Flies' study of hate and division has never been more relevant


Earth

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This trafficked pangolin was destined for a grisly end. Now he's back in the wild

Stevie the pangolin was saved from the illegal wildlife trade. After months of care, he’s now back in the wild – and thriving.

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The real story of the Amazon's 'lost city'

The environmental cost when rockets go wrong


Video

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In the Great Barrier Reef, a venomous snail catches and devours its prey in a silent, lethal game of ambush.

The little-known fried dish unique to one English city

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Why Sri Lankans hand out free food to strangers on the side of the road

Rooted in Buddhist teachings, Sri Lanka's roadside dansal offer free food and drinks to strangers – and this year, the tradition feels especially relevant.

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