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What to know about the cyclosporiasis outbreak hitting more than half of U.S. states
A surge of cases of the intestinal illness that causes diarrhea and nausea has been detected in 31 states, according to federal health authorities, bu…
UK Christians protest for Church of England to recognise genocide in Gaza
UK Christians are urging the Church of England General Synod to pass a motion to engage with Kairos Palelestine II…
Major incident declared in Wales as firefighters tackle wildfires across UK
Residents near the Conwy fire have been evacuated, with at least 10 other fires across the UK this weekend.…
UK ambassador remembers former emir of Qatar as humble and humorous
Former UK Ambassador to Qatar Sir Graham Boyce remembers the late Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani.…
Andrew Flintoff's Top Gear crash passenger sues BBC Studios
Expert driver Paul Rees is claiming personal injury, which BBC Studios is disputing.…
Meet the Cubans stuck in Mexico under Donald Trump’s deportation campaign
Cuba has often refused to accept deportations from the US. Where does that leave Cuban deportees under Trump?…
Syrian parliament convenes for first time following al-Assad’s overthrow
President Ahmed Al-Sharaa stresses that improving the economy and strengthening public services are key priorities.…
Ryu claims second major of season at Evian Championship
South Korea's Haeran Ryu says it feels like she was in an "unreal dream" after claiming her second major title in the space of two weeks by defeating …
The architect of Qatari autonomy
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani made Qatar safe by making it relevant.…
FIFA, Infantino, to examine 64-team World Cup for 2030 tournament
FIFA President Gianni Infantino considering a proposal to add a further 16 nations ahead of the World Cup in four years.…
What made US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham a controversial figure
Graham was known for his hawkish views on US defence and foreign policies.…
Israeli forces kill five Palestinians in latest attacks on Gaza
Since a US-brokered ceasefire in October, Israeli attacks have killed at least 1,098 Palestinians in Gaza.…
David Willey, esteemed BBC foreign correspondent, dies aged 93
Willey is best known for covering the Vatican, and reported on five popes during his long career.…
Marc Marquez dominates Germany MotoGP to close in on championship lead
Reigning champion won his 10th German Grand Prix and moves to within 18 points of the riders' championship lead.…
Friends turned foes: The split reshaping Senegal
Ousmane Sonko reveals what ended his political partnership with the president, sparking a constitutional standoff.…
Driven by desperation: Yemenis resort to dangerous energy alternatives
Solar energy systems are a good alternative to help Yemenis access electricity but there are hidden dangers.…
Ukrainian drone strikes force Russia to suspend shipping in Sea of Azov
Vital maritime corridor closes after 90 vessels – including shadow fleet oil tankers – are attacked in under a weekRussia has been forced to suspend s…
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy announces cabinet reshuffle, replaces PM Svyrydenko
Yulia Svyrydenko to step down amid government shake-up aimed at prioritising foreign policy and security goals.…
US politicians and foreign leaders pay tribute to Lindsey Graham
Trump says Graham was ‘a true American patriot’ while Zelenskyy says he’s ‘deeply saddened’ by deathWashington woke up to the unexpected death of Repu…
Republican Lindsey Graham dies at 71: World leaders, US politicians react
The longtime US senator, an ally of President Trump, was an advocate for using US military force overseas.…
Declan Rice was in bed ill for nearly three days before Norway game, Tuchel reveals
England boss Thomas Tuchel says Declan Rice was in bed for most of the three days prior to the World Cup quarter-final win against Norway because of a…
Photos: Qatari Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani
Sheikh Hamad, who ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013 and stepped aside to make his son Sheikh Tamim emir, dies aged 74.…
Nothing to suggest Widdecombe killing was politically motivated, police say
Devon and Cornwall Police are not looking for anyone else in connection with her death.…
Could fish be a secret ingredient for rice farmers to avoid disease and make more money?
Farmers in Senegal are welcoming fish into their rice paddies. The hope is they'll fertilize the crop, be a source of food ... and eat the snails that…
Dog rescued from Ben Nevis suspected to have eaten discarded cannabis
Tokyo the black Labrador collapsed half way up the UK's highest mountain during a hike with her owner.…
Key moments from former Qatar Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani’s life
Sheikh Hamad's 18-year rule catapulted Qatar to prosperity and reshaped its domestic, regional and global footprint.…
IRGC releases video of retaliatory missile strikes
IRGC releases video of retaliatory missile strikes…
The spectacle and symbolism of Khamenei’s funeral
How coverage of the supreme leader's funeral exposed the limits of familiar narratives about Iran.…
'Animals', Hand of God and Beckham - Argentina and England's World Cup rivalry
As England and Argentina prepare to go head-to-head in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final, BBC Sport looks at their footballing rivalry.…
Badly burned British couple rescued from ravine during Spain wildfires
The unnamed pair were found semi-conscious with 40% burns after being trapped by the blazes raging through Almeria province.…