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News imageA view of houses covered by snow in the Greenlandic capital, Nuuk

Trump threatens new tariffs on countries opposed to Greenland takeover

The president made the threat while a bipartisan group of US lawmakers were visiting Denmark in the hope of easing tensions over the territory.

2 hrs ago
Europe

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Exiled crown prince urges world to help protesters topple Iran's government

Reza Pahlavi, a US-based opposition figure, called on the world to target Iran's Revolutionary Guards leadership.

4 hrs ago
Middle East
News imageA montage image showing a member of the Iranian police, Iranian Supreme leader Ali Khamenei and Iranians gathering while blocking a street during a protest in Tehran

What next for Iran's Supreme Leader?

Despite the bloodbath of recent weeks, Ayatollah Khamenei might think he must plough on with an iron fist.

5 hrs ago
BBC InDepth

Zelensky says Ukraine's air defence supplies 'insufficient'

The president said several air defence systems were without missiles until a shipment on Friday morning.

2 hrs ago
Europe

Canada's deal with China signals it is serious about shift from US

Carney says Canada's relationship with China has become "more predictable" than that with the US, as his country searches for trade certainty.

2 hrs ago
World

Germany returns stolen fragments of Bayeux Tapestry to France

Two fragments of the 11th-Century fabric were stolen from Bayeux during the Nazi occupation of France in the 1940s.

10 hrs ago
Europe
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US justice department investigates Minnesota Democrats over ICE comments, CBS reports

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey are being investigated for allegedly obstructing law enforcement activities.


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How the 1950s 'Red Scare' erased 'the most famous black person in America'

Paul Robeson was a superstar of the stage and screen, a talented football player and a music hitmaker. Then came a dramatic fall from grace.

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Seven wellness traditions to borrow this year

From Indonesia's herbal tonics to Japan's towel rubdowns, these wellness traditions and habits from across the globe can invigorate your new year.


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News imageA view of the Bank of Palestine building, located in the Al-Rimal neighborhood of Gaza City and heavily damaged during the war between Hamas and Israel.

Blair and Rubio among names on Gaza 'Board of Peace'

The former UK prime minister and US secretary of state will sit on the "founding executive board", the White House says.

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US & Canada
News imageHead and shoulders portrait of popular Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie looking slightly left of camera against a grey background, taken during an interview at the 39th Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL) in Guadalajara, Mexico in December.

Tragic death of Adichie's young son pushes Nigeria to act on health sector failings

Novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie says her child's death was caused by medical negligence, which the hospital denies.

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Africa
News imageMaria Corina Machado smiles as she is guided by security through a crowd in Washington DC

Machado vows to lead Venezuela 'when right time comes'

The opposition leader says she has a mandate to lead the country after the US seized its president.

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News imageTwo policemen in red crash helmet stand in front of brick wall with old posters of Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni against a yellow background.

Uganda's president heads for victory as his main rival cries foul

President Museveni has about 75% of the vote with results in from more than half of all polling stations.

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Landscape beneath Antarctica's icy surface revealed in unprecedented detail

Scientists believe the map could shed light on how Antarctica's vast ice sheet will respond to climate change.

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Myanmar begins defence in landmark genocide case at UN court

Myanmar says The Gambia has failed to provide enough evidence of genocide against the Muslim-minority people.

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'Anger and frustration': BBC reports from Iranian-Armenian border

BBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from the Iranian-Armenian border as internet shutdown continues following deadly protests.

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In the swing state of Michigan, supporters in a northern suburb of Detroit reflect on the president’s second term

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Large crowds have gathered along parts of the 2,300 mile peace walk from Texas to Washington, DC, but the monks expressed surprise at the level of support in North Carolina.

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Ongoing floods in the north-eastern provinces of South Africa has led to the closure of the world-famous Kruger National Park.

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Troops and vessels from European Nato allies arrive in Greenland

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Science

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How to evacuate a doomed space station - quickly

Astronauts orbiting the Earth are drilled to deal with the worst possible scenarios. That includes having to leave their space station on short notice.
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Health and Wellness

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Is friendship as beneficial as love?

It's well-established that romantic relationships can improve your health and even help you to live longer. But does friendship bring the same benefits?

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BBC technology reporter Lara Lewington tests how new fitness technology can improve our life expectancy.


Travel

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Five US national parks only reached by sea or sky

Road trips to national parks are a classic US travel experience. But for truly "wild" landscapes, venture to these remote protected lands you can only reach via boat or seaplane.
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News imageMinneapolis Police Department officers face off with protesters during an anti-ICE protest outside of the Whipple Federal Building in Fort Snelling, Minnesota, USA, 15 January 2026.

Trump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act to quell anti-ICE protests in Minnesota

The rarely used law allows the president to use active-duty military personnel for law enforcement.

Actor Timothy Busfield charged with sexually abusing boys on set of TV series

Dozens charged in sports bribery scheme involving US university basketball players

Federal agent shoots man in leg after Minneapolis shovel attack, officials say


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A hotline to report vapers and caning if you're caught: Singapore's e-cigarette crackdown

The city-state wants to stamp out e-cigarettes with harsh penalties including caning and fines.

Museveni in commanding lead ahead of election announcement

Nigerian imam honoured for saving Christian lives dies aged 90

Kruger National Park shuts as deadly floods strike South Africa


Business

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China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi

Canola oil and electric cars are at the centre of the deal agreed by Mark Carney and Xi Jinping after years of strained ties.

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Tech

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ChatGPT to carry adverts for some users

OpenAI is also expanding its cheaper subscription tier, ChatGPT Go, to all countries where it operates.

Guernsey seizes almost £9m from 'cryptoqueen'

Bereaved mother hopes for TikTok 'accountability'

New office for AI to 'explore opportunities'


Science

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Astronauts splash down to Earth after medical evacuation from space station

The four members of Crew-11 beamed as they stepped out of their spacecraft after a safe landing.

Global temperatures dipped in 2025 but more heat records on way, scientists warn

The ultra-cold temperatures needed for epic nuclear science

When does the Nasa Moon mission launch and who are the Artemis II crew?


Culture

News imageA$AP Rocky performing on stage. He wears a checked jacket and has pink rollers in his hair. He is holding a microphone with 'Don't Be Dumb' on it.

Was A$AP Rocky's comeback album worth the eight-year wait?

The hip-hop star has become a father-of-three, acted in films and been up in court since his last album drop.

Heated Rivalry and the barriers to a UK ice hockey boom

Julio Iglesias denies sexual assault allegations

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Arts

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Inside Italy's forgotten art town

Sicily's forgotten town of Gibellina was envisioned as an art utopia. Four decades later, it's painting a new future as Italy's first Capital of Contemporary Art.

A rare interview with the elusive Agatha Christie

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Why Atlanta's culinary scene is getting food lovers excited

The city's food scene is redefining southern hospitality with bold and unpretentious global flavours.
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Europe's new steamy, semi-nude wellness trend

As saunas gain global popularity, a hypnotic offshoot involving theatre, music and towel-twirling known as "Aufguss" is attracting wellness-seekers across the world.

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For as long as anyone can remember, residents in Gaziantep have been harvesting wild pistachios to make a unique, nutty brew that doubles as a home remedy.

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Earth

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A severe cold snap tightens its grip, leaving millions shivering across northern India.

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