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Trump moves nuclear submarines after Russian ex-president's comments

Trump deploys nuclear submarines Russia

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US President Donald Trump says two nuclear submarines are being deployed in the "appropriate regions".

Ghislaine Maxwell moved to women's prison in Texas

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The move comes a week after Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking, met a top Justice Department official about the Epstein case.

Trump fires lead official on economic data as tariffs cause market drop

Trump fires BLS commissioner

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The move comes as a weaker-than-expected jobs report stoked fears about tariffs.

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Chess grandmaster wins first online competition at Esports World Cup

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World number one Magnus Carlsen takes home $250,000 (£188,000) for winning the online competition.

After a blown deadline, what next for US-Canada trade?

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There are pressures on both sides to give businesses a reprieve, but the tone remains markedly downbeat.

They escaped Ukraine's frontlines. The sound of drones followed them

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As technology transforms the war in Ukraine, soldiers are experiencing a new form of trauma: "Droneophobia".

Jeremy Bowen: 'Thank you, but it's too late': Why some Palestinians aren't convinced by Starmer's promise

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Some say Britain's decision is an important first step – while others worry it won't make a real difference.

Twelve years house arrest for Colombian ex-leader Álvaro Uribe

Uribe convicted of witness tampering

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The 73-year-old is the first ex-president in Colombia's history to be convicted of a crime.

North Korea sent me abroad to be a secret IT worker. My wages funded the regime

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In a rare interview, a former North Korean IT worker reveals the secret scheme raising funds for Kim Jong Un’s regime.

Wounded soldier escapes battlefield using e-bike delivered by drone

Ukrainian soldiers rescue wounded

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The Ukraine war has seen remarkable innovations in drone technology but it’s rare to see them saving lives.

Budapest mayor questioned by police over banned pride march

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Speaking on Friday, Karacsony told supporters: "Neither freedom nor love can be banned in Budapest".

Italy plan to process migrants in Albania dealt blow by EU court

EU Court limits national migration decisions

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The court says the way Italy defines a "safe" country breaks EU law.

Putin not swayed by Trump's Ukraine war ultimatum

Trump's Ukraine concessions criticized

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The Russian president says Moscow's initial tough demands must be met, despite a looming US sanctions deadline.

France suspends Gaza evacuations after student antisemitism row

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The Palestinian student, who arrived in France in July, has had her university accreditation withdrawn.

Confusion and anger in Switzerland - hit by highest tariffs in Europe

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Trump threatened Switzerland with 31% tariffs but they ended up even higher, leaving the country asking why.

Rhino horns turned radioactive to fight poachers in South Africa

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The scheme is the latest innovation in decades of work aiming to protect South Africa’s rhinos.

Zoo worker killed by leopard in Jerusalem

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A worker has died after being attacked during a "behind-the-scenes tour" for visitors.

Trump envoy visits controversial Gaza aid distribution site

France to deliver aid Gaza

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The visit with the IDF follows near daily reports of deadly shootings in the vicinity of the sites.

Zelensky demands tougher sanctions after Russian strikes kill 31 in Kyiv

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It comes after the capital saw one of the most deadliest assaults since Russia's 2022 invasion.

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Watch: 'UFO' spotted in Australian skies identified as Chinese rocket

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Astrophysicists said that the unusual lights spotted over Brisbane were tied to a satellite launch from China.

Two girls shot in Gaza - BBC pieces together what happened and looks at dozens more child shootings

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Layan and Mira were killed in proximity to IDF soldiers - the Israeli military says intentional harm to civilians is prohibited and their cases will be examined by the authorities.

Flooded streets and subway systems as storms slam US East Coast

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New York and New Jersey have issued a state of emergency for areas hit by the strong storm system.

Shock, chaos and a hollow win: What it's like to do a tariff deal with Trump

U S tariffs reshape Southeast Asia

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It's been a fraught process for many countries - with little detail about what exactly has been agreed.

White House unveils plans for new $200m ballroom

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Donald Trump has been calling for the White House to build a new ballroom for nearly a decade.

Trump's global tariffs 'victory' may well come at a high price

US tariffs delayed and implemented

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The US president considers it a win - but if this all triggers a foundational realignment, the results may not break in his favour

Iran drives out 1.5 million Afghans, with some branded spies for Israel

Iran deporting Afghan refugees amid conflict

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Since a war with Israel in June, Iran has stepped up forcible returns. Some Afghans say they were beaten.

Radioactive wasp nest found at old US nuclear weapons site

Radioactive wasp nest discovered South Carolina

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The nest with 10 times more radiation than permitted was found at a facility that once produced parts for US nuclear weapons.

A sinkhole revives debate about migrant workers' rights in Singapore

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A group of workers who rescued a driver from a sinkhole have drawn praise - and reignited debate.

Young Ukrainians get their way as Zelensky overturns law to defuse crisis

Zelenskyy approves anti-corruption independence

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Ukraine's parliament votes to restore the independence of two anti-corruption agencies after large-scale protests.

US to deny visas to Palestinian officials

US sanctions Palestinian officials PLO

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The US says both the PLO and the Palestinian Administration continue to support "terrorism".

EU-US tariff deal not finished yet, say Europeans unhappy with Trump's terms

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Discrepancies between the two sides' version of the deal have emerged, and key details of the agreement are yet to be negotiated.

Gazan boy first to be treated in UK for war injuries

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Majd, 15, was almost killed by an Israeli tank shell last February. He has finally arrived in the UK for reconstructive surgery.

Swedish jihadist jailed for life over IS murder of Jordanian pilot in Syria

Swedish man convicted for IS killing

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The killing of Lt Moaz al-Kasasbeh by the Islamic State group was shown in a grim video circulated online in 2015.

'Like a sci-fi movie': US baby born from 30-year-old frozen embryo breaks record

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It is believed to be longest that an embryo has been frozen before resulting in a successful live birth.

US allies break with Trump to force diplomatic shift on Gaza

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As Canada joins France and the UK with plans to recognise a Palestinian state, the US stands firmly with Israel - but does Trump have a long-term plan for Gaza's future?

More than 30 killed in nursing home hit by Beijing floods

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Local officials admit "loopholes in emergency planning" and say the incident is a painful lesson that serves as "a wake-up call".

Kenya's sweeping alcohol control plan sparks anger

Kenya bans online alcohol marketing

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The proposal includes a ban on alcohol sales in supermarkets, restaurants and on public transport.

Swedish jihadist jailed for life over IS murder of Jordanian pilot in Syria

Swedish man convicted for IS killing

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The killing of Lt Moaz al-Kasasbeh by the Islamic State group was shown in a grim video circulated online in 2015.

Watch: Huge stick insect discovered in Australia

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A new "supersized" species of stick insect that is roughly as heavy as a golf ball has been discovered in Australia.

Jul 30, 2025

US envoy to visit Gaza, as hospital says dozens killed seeking food

France to deliver aid Gaza

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US special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit Gaza on Friday to inspect food distribution sites, the White House said.

Russian strikes kill 12 and hit Kyiv apartment block, officials say

Russian strikes kill and injure Kyiv

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A boy and his mother are among the dead and Kyiv says it has seen the biggest number of child casualties of the war.

Warning issued after US energy drink cans accidentally filled with vodka

Energy drinks and seltzers recalled

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The warnings impact certain varieties of High Noon vodka seltzers and Celsius energy drink cans.

Canada follows France and UK with plan to recognise Palestinian state

Canada plans Palestinian recognition September

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Mark Carney says it depends on Palestinian democratic reforms, while Donald Trump says it could stymie a US-Canada trade deal.

What does recognising a Palestinian state mean?

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel meets certain conditions.

Seven more die from malnutrition in Gaza, Hamas-run ministry says

France to deliver aid Gaza

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On Tuesday, UN-backed global food security experts warned the worst-case scenario of famine is "currently playing out" in Gaza.

Family and fans give Ozzy Osbourne emotional send-off

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A tearful Sharon Osbourne accompanies Ozzy's coffin through Birmingham, watched by a large crowd.

Tsunami alerts lifted after huge earthquake prompts evacuations across Pacific

Earthquake near Kamchatka triggers tsunami

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Alerts were issued across the Pacific following the 8.8 magnitude quake in Russia's Far East, but no deaths were reported.

More than a dozen children die because of food shortages in Sudan camp - medics

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Famine has been declared in areas of Darfur, an region particularly hard hit by the ongoing civil war.

Olympic star Dahlmeier dead after climbing accident

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Two-time Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier dies aged 31 after a mountaineering accident in Pakistan.

Why did Russian mega earthquake not cause more tsunami damage?

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The earthquake was one of the strongest ever recorded, but its tsunami was not as bad as feared.

Tanzania's ban on foreigners operating small businesses sparks Kenyan backlash

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They are barred from areas like mobile money transfers, tour guiding, small-scale mining and curio shops.

Trump deserves Open at Turnberry, says son

Trump accused of golf cheating

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Eric Trump - US President Donald Trump's son - says his father "deserves" to have his Turnberry course host The Open again.

Adidas to raise prices as US tariffs costs rise by €200m

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The German sportswear giant sources most of its products from Vietnam and Indonesia.

India and US launch 'first-of-its-kind' satellite

NASA and India launch Earth-monitoring satellite

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Nasa-Isro joint mission Nisar will record the minutest of changes in the land, sea or ice sheets.