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Israel deports two abducted Gaza aid flotilla activists
The pair was seized by Israeli forces from the aid flotilla in late April and held in Israel.
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Passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship disembarking in Canary Islands
Hantavirus is usually spread by rodents, but in rare cases it can be transmitted from person to person.
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Virus-hit cruise ship arrives in Tenerife as medics await passengers
The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from Tenerife where the MV Hondius has arrived, after a deadly hantavirus outbreak.
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Strickland vs Chimaev – UFC 328: Strickland downs Chimaev on split decision
Sean Strickland won 48–47, 48–47 and 47–48 against Khamzat Chimaev in a fight that failed to live up to its hype.
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Dubois stops Wardley in 11th round to take WBO heavyweight boxing title
Daniel Dubois recovered from two knockdowns to win a second World Heavyweight title with a stoppage of Fabio Wardley.
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Macron tours East Africa amid push to redefine France’s role in Africa
Paris seeks to repair economic and security ties while countering rising anti-French sentiment across Africa.
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Two wins, two losses: What India, Pakistan have learned a year after war
India and Pakistan each claim strategic successes after the four-day conflict, as tensions continue to simmer.
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Person dies after being hit by plane at Denver airport
A Frontier Airlines plane has hit and killed a person at Denver’s international airport.
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Putin suggests Russia’s war on Ukraine ‘coming to an end’
Russian president also says he is willing to meet Zelenskyy in a third country if a long-term peace deal is reached.
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Suspected boat explosion injures 11 in Miami
Officials are investigating what caused the explosion at a popular marina in southern Florida.
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Buddhist monk arrested over alleged rape of teen in Sri Lanka
The Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Thero holds one of the most revered positions in the Buddhist world.
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How could extreme weather affect World Cup 2026?
With almost a month to go until the start of the World Cup, Simon King looks ahead to the weather's potential to disrupt the tournament this
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‘No Kings’ protest outside Buckingham Palace
British anti-royals have staged a ‘No Kings’ protest outside Buckingham Palace in London.
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Satellite images show likely oil slick off Iran’s Kharg Island
Satellite images have captured a suspected oil slick spanning dozens of square kilometres near Iran’s Kharg Island.
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Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'
The Russian leader sees potential for Ukraine negotiations, but condemns the West's backing for President Zelensky.
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Iran war live: IRGC warns US against attacks on ships; Israel bombs Lebanon
US-Iran ceasefire holds as Tehran warns Washington against attacks on tankers and Israel kills 24 people in Lebanon.
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WHO chief says Hantavirus outbreak ‘is not COVID’
WHO chief says Hantavirus outbreak ‘is not COVID’
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Indian model's understated Met Gala debut revives debate on cultural representation
Bhavitha Mandava’s Met Gala debut has brought a new wave of attention to her - and to her understated aesthetic.
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Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
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Why Canada is seeing its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 years
The country has seen its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 years, a major turnaround after years of falling behind on defence capabil
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Brazil judge bars law that could reduce Bolsonaro’s 27-year prison sentence
Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes suspends use of law to reduce prison sentences, pending further review.
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Lebanon says Israeli strikes killed 39
Israel and Hezbollah have continued to trade fire despite a ceasefire deal being announced last month.
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One killed in Gaza as Turkish FM talks peace efforts with Hamas official
Israel continues to violate a 'ceasefire' agreed to in October with hundreds more killed across the Strip.
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For the first time, Putin says he’s open to meeting Zelensky outside Russia
Vladimir Putin changes tone, says for first time he will meet Zelenskyy in a third nation.
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