Obituary: Marian Robinson, Michelle Obama’s mother, dies

Described as the most popular person in the White House, she had the unique title of "first grandma".

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Americans react to Trump's guilty conviction

The ex-president was found guilty on all counts of falsifying business records. Americans have mixed opinions about the verdict.

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Biden unveils Israeli proposal to end Gaza war

It would begin with a six-week ceasefire and the withdrawal of IDF forces from populated areas.

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What Trump's conviction means for election

There is no precedence for this moment - but we will have to wait until November to know the real impact.

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Recovering Slovak PM moved to capital after shooting

Robert Fico is moved to Bratislava, more than two weeks after he was gravely wounded in a small central town.

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Watch: Trump calls trial 'a disgrace' after guilty verdict

The former US president was found guilty on all 34 counts on Thursday.

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Ukraine allowed to hit some targets in Russia with US weapons

The US give Ukraine permission to use US-supplied weapons to strike targets in Russia, but only near the Kharkiv region.

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'Curtain of fire': Iceland volcano forces evacuation

A popular tourist resort was evacuated after a 2.5km-long fissure opened up, which may be “growing”.

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Israel controls corridor on Gaza-Egypt border - military

Egypt says the claim is not true and that Israel is trying to justify its operation in Rafah.

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Watch: Rubbish-filled balloon saga explained… in 63 seconds

North Korea sends at least 260 balloons into the South, scattering suspected excrement and rubbish.

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Row over mysterious disappearance of Zambian MP

Independent MP Emmanuel "Jay Jay" Banda is in hospital after an alleged abduction over the weekend.

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Spain, Norway and Ireland recognise Palestinian state

The three European nations aim to refocus attention on finding a political solution to the Gaza war.

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What happens if Trump is convicted in hush-money trial?

The jury in Mr Trump's hush-money case will soon begin deliberations. So what could happen next?

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Netanyahu vows to continue war amid air strike condemnation

At least 45 people were killed in a strike on Rafah, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.

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Pope allegedly used derogatory term for gay people

The Pope was speaking at a meeting of bishops on whether gay men should be allowed to become priests.

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At least 16 dead as cyclone hits Bangladesh and India

Nearly a million people have been evacuated as Cyclone Remal destroys thousands of homes.

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The ex-con, illegal guns and the fear of Kenya's police

As Kenya struggles with violent crime an ex-convict tries to persuade men to turn in their weapons.

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'We saw the flight attendant just go up in the air'

People from a Dublin-bound plane from Doha describe scenes on board during severe turbulence.

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Some 160 villagers reported taken in deadly raid in Nigeria

Nigerian officials say gunmen spent hours in the village and had time to drink tea before abducting people.

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Clive Myrie: ‘Mass shootings undermined my love for the US’

The BBC star also discussed his family, who came to the UK as part of the Windrush generation.

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Nicki Minaj freed after arrest at Amsterdam airport

The rapper was due to play a concert at Manchester's Co-op Live venue.

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Alec Baldwin request to drop Rust manslaughter case denied

The actor was charged earlier this year over the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on a film set in 2021.

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US teen arrested for melee at UCLA Gaza protest

The arrest of 18-year-old Edan On marks the first arrest of a counter-protester linked to the chaos.

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CCTV reveals lion taking dog from family home

Jaci the rottweiler had been with the family for nearly two years and leaves her twin Laser behind.

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Sean Kingston's home raided after singer accused of not paying for huge TV

A company claims Sean Kingston did not fully pay for a 232-inch television and sound system.

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Two dead and at least 12 injured in Majorca building collapse

At least two people die and 12 are injured after a restaurant collapsed in Majorca, emergency services say.

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US names Kenya major ally as Russian influence grows

Kenyan President William Ruto is currently on a US state visit, the first in 16 years for an African leader.

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Hear the sound as billions of cicadas emerge in US

Two broods of periodical cicadas are coming out from underground in the same year.

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Nikki Haley says she is voting Trump for president

Ms Haley was once Mr Trump's UN ambassador and was the last of his major Republican primary rivals.

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Families of Uvalde victims reach $2m settlement with city

They are also suing 92 state police officers for "shocking and extensive" failures in the 2022 shooting.

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Scheffler arrest to be reviewed by Louisville police

Louisville police will investigate if policies were correctly followed in the arrest of world number one Scottie Scheffler at the US PGA Championship.

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Passenger describes moment turbulence hit flight

Jerry, who was flying to his son's wedding, says it was the worst day of his life.

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War and popularity keep Zelensky in power despite term expiring

Martial law and a desire for stability keeps the Ukrainian leader in power without new elections.

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Delhi sizzles as temperatures cross 45C

Parts of northern India are reeling under an intense heatwave that's set to last through the week.

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How should countries deal with falling birth rates?

As the UK and US continue to see falling birth rates, options to deal with the issue are limited.

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US security adviser urges Netanyahu to connect war to 'political strategy'

Jake Sullivan's visit comes as Israeli forces continue military operations in Gaza, including in Rafah.

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Slovakia PM Fico 'approaching a positive prognosis'

It comes as a man charged with attempting to murder Robert Fico arrived in court on Saturday.

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Tunisia says 23 people missing in Mediterranean sea

The national guard says it has informed the navy and search and rescue operations are under way.

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Iran Nobel laureate says she faces new trial

Narges Mohammadi, 52, speaks out in a message from Evin prison where she is being held.

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CCTV appears to show Diddy beating girlfriend in hotel

The clip seems to show an attack described in Casandra Ventura's lawsuit against the rapper last year.

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Vatican tightens rules on supernatural phenomena

The new guidelines are expected to tighten the criteria for what counts as a divine apparition.

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Messi's napkin contract promise sells for £762,400

The napkin on which 13-year-old Lionel Messi's first Barcelona contract was signed is sold at auction - for £762,400.

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At the scene of Slovak PM's shooting

The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from the town of Handlova, on what the attack could mean for Slovakia's divided society.

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Trump lawyer takes aim at Cohen trying to paint him as liar

"Does the outcome of this trial affect you personally?" Mr Blanche asked Cohen at one point

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Can US floating pier improve Gaza’s critical aid pipeline?

An ambitious US maritime corridor is due to start operating off Gaza's coast in the coming days.

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Why South Africa's health insurance is causing ructions

President Ramaphosa approves a law that seeks to provide universal health care for all - but not everyone is happy.

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Three killed in New Caledonia as riots escalate after Paris vote

The riots come in response to the French parliament giving French residents there more voting rights.

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Blinken shows off guitar-playing talents on Ukraine trip

The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has played a rendition of Neil Young's Rockin' in the Free World with a local band on his surprise trip to Kyiv.

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German far-right politician guilty of using Nazi slogan

Höcke has led the Alternative for Germany's (AfD) regional branch in Thuringia since the party was founded in 2013

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South Dakota governor banned from tribal land

Six Native tribes have banned Kristi Noem from their reservations as her controversies pile up.

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Proud mullet-wearers embrace their style at festival

More than 200 people attended the European mullet festival in Quievrain, Belgium

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Why has Putin removed key ally as defence minister?

Steve Rosenberg considers possible reasons behind Sergei Shoigu's replacement in the middle of a war.

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Cold lava sweeps villages near volcano, killing 37

Heavy rains washed volcanic debris and pebbles down Mount Marapi in Indonesia.

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Georgia opposition urges UK to oppose 'Russian law'

Critics say the foreign influence bill will be used to clamp down on the Tbilisi government's opponents.

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Putin set to replace defence minister Shoigu

Sergei Shoigu, a long-standing ally of the president, has played a key role in Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Children killed as bomb falls near Sudan hospital - MSF

The battle for control of the western city of El Fasher has intensified over the last few days.

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Hope for rare mountain chicken frog thanks to London-born froglets

Frantic efforts are being made to save the endangered mountain chicken frog, native to just two Caribbean islands.

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Thousands march in Georgia over foreign influence bill

Opponents fear the government's bill will silence critics ahead of parliamentary elections later this year.

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US says Israel may have breached international law using American weapons

State department says it is "reasonable to assess" that Israel used US-made weapons in ways inconsistent with its legal obligations.

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This is what it's like inside a black hole

A black hole is a region of space with such strong gravity not even light can escape.

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Unrwa closes East Jerusalem compound after attacks

The head of the UN agency says the perimeter of its building was set fire to twice on Thursday.

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California surf contest told to let trans woman compete

The California Coastal Commission says a longboarding contest must allow a transgender surfer to participate in the women's division.

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Passengers flee burning plane that skidded off runway

Footage posted to social media shows chaotic scenes in Senegal's capital, Dakar.

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Watch: US and allies sink mock enemy ship in military drill

More than 16,000 military personnel took part in the practice drills in the Philippines and South China Sea.

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Going to the extreme: Inside Germany’s far right

A BBC investigation uncovers links between opposition AfD party figures and extremist networks.

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‘Sustainable calm’ proposal splits Israel and Hamas

Israel says it has four issues with the draft ceasefire deal - including an end to war.

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Bowen: Tough choices for Netanyahu after Hamas upends expectations

Israel's working assumption was that Hamas would not accept a ceasefire proposal that the Americans called "exceptionally generous"

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Boeing faces new probe over 787 inspection doubts

Boeing told US regulators it might not have properly inspected its 787 Dreamliner jets.

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US soldier arrested in Russia accused of theft

The unnamed sergeant is accused of stealing from a woman, reports the BBC's US partner CBS.

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LA police clear out pro-Palestinian camp at university

The clear out comes as universities prepare for possible disruptions at graduation ceremonies.

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Three bodies found in Mexico had bullet wounds to heads

Authorities believe three tourists were attacked as they were trying to fend off an attempted theft.

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Eurovision hopefuls put on the style in Malmo

The world's biggest song contest reaches its finale on Saturday and contestants have arrived in style.

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Mexico authorities find three bodies in search for tourists

Bodies are found in the search for two missing Australian brothers and an American.

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Sweden prepares for Eurovision with heightened security

The celebration of pop is set to take place amid protests at Israel's involvement in the competition.

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German election candidate attacked on campaign

Matthias Ecke was seriously injured after being kicked and hit in a suspected politically-motivated attack.

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Ex-aide gets emotional during Trump hush-money trial

Former White House aide Hope Hicks testified she was "a little stunned" to hear the 2005 tape.

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Three charged over killing of Sikh activist in Canada

Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead last June, sparking a diplomatic row between India and Canada.

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Homes demolished after Kenya flood evacuation order

Residents of a slum say the destruction of their homes caught them by surprise and they have nowhere to stay.

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Alarm in Israel at reports of possible ICC legal action over Gaza

Benjamin Netanyahu has called reports of possible International Criminal Court action "an outrage".

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Face of 75,000-year-old Neanderthal woman revealed

Scientists build a 3D model of one of our evolutionary cousins from the pieces of a shattered skull.

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Crackdown or compromise? A tale of two US campus protests

One sent in the police, the other struck a deal with students. But why have responses been so wildly different?

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