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Romania becomes second Nato country to report Russian drone in its airspace

Romanian F-16s intercept Russian drone

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Ukraine's President Zelensky called the incursion "an obvious expansion of the war by Russia".

'My wife died giving birth after Trump cut funding to our clinic'

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The BBC hears devastating accounts of Afghan mothers and babies dying after US-backed clinics shut.

Hermeto Pascoal, 'the wizard' of Brazilian music, dies at 89

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Pascoal - famed for his blend of jazz and traditional music - wrote more than 2,000 instrumental pieces.

Today

Kirk suspect 'not co-operating' with authorities, governor says

Charlie Kirk shooter has leftist ties

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He adds that "much more evidence and information" will become available once charges are filed in the case.

Final stage of Vuelta abandoned because of protests

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The final stage of the Vuelta a Espana is abandoned after pro-Palestinian protesters enter the course in the centre of Madrid.

Zulu king challenges professor to stick fight

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Prof Musa Xulu tells the BBC he has received threats from hired assassins and has complained to the police.

Rubio in Israel as IDF destroys more Gaza City buildings

Rubio visits Israel after Qatar strike

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The US secretary of state will discuss the war in Gaza following Israel's attack on Hamas in Qatar, which has drawn widespread condemnation.

Yesterday

The Indian city that sparkles like Paris at night

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In 21 months, citizens have lit up 92 Kolkata landmarks with a simple model: your property, their lights.

Nepal's interim PM to hand over power within six months

Nepal PM vows to end corruption

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Sushila Karki said the government must heed protesters' demands for "an end to corruption, good governance and economic equality".

Huge fire rips through residential homes in Manila

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Local reports say at least 14 fire trucks were called to the fire in the residential area, resulting in an evacuation to two nearby centres.

Charlie Kirk memorial service set to take place in Arizona stadium

Charlie Kirk shot on campus

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Turning Point USA, the organisation Kirk co-founded, announced the event will be held on 21 September.

Workers taken to hospital after FBI uses furnace to burn seized meth

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Fourteen staff were hospitalised and 75 cats and dogs evacuated.

Netanyahu is only obstacle to bringing hostages home, families say

Hostage families blame Netanyahu for war

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Their intervention comes as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Israel to meet the Israeli PM.

Malawi - where the petrol queue might overshadow the queue to vote

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With long petrol queues on city roads, everyday issues dominate in the run-up to Tuesday's vote.

'We knew the family': Utah town in disbelief after local resident accused of killing Charlie Kirk

Tyler Robinson arrested for shooting

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Tyler Robinson is accused of killing Charlie Kirk during an open-air speaking event.

What to expect from the Emmys and how to watch the ceremony

Emmys 2025 nominations and highlights

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Owen Cooper and Stephen Graham from Netflix's Adolescence are among the nominees at this year's event.

After fatal crash, Sikh truck drivers in the US fear blowback

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Sikh truck drivers say they've experienced an uptick in harassment after a fatal crash thrust them into the national spotlight.

Bowling and curling among tests for tram driver world championship

World Tram Championship in Vienna

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Twenty five tram driving teams from all over the world battle it out in Vienna.

Trump 'ready' to sanction Russia if Nato nations stop buying its oil

Trump plans new sanctions on Russia

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The US president has repeatedly threatened tougher measures against Moscow, but has so far failed to take action.

Nepal's major parties say dissolved parliament must be reinstated

Sushila Karki appointed interim prime minister

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The House of Representatives was dissolved by the country's president, following deadly anti-corruption protests.

'We escaped certain death': Israel intensifies Gaza City bombardment, forcing families to flee

Israel intensifies Gaza City bombardment

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A wave of heavy aerial attacks in recent days have triggered a surge in civilian displacement.

Woman held by Taliban warns British couple 'dying' in prison

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Faye Hall was arrested with Peter and Barbie Reynolds in February, and released after two months.

Neo-Nazi Golden Dawn leader released from prison early

Nikos Michaloliakos released from prison

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Nikos Michaloliakos, 67, who gave Hitler salutes at rallies, is allowed to serve the remainder of his sentence from home.

Sep 12, 2025

Colombian court rules Meta was wrong to bar porn star's Instagram account

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The nation's highest court says the tech firm removed Esperanza Gómez's account without clear justification.

Charlie Kirk shooting throws Utah students into heart of US political divide

Charlie Kirk assassinated at event

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They tell BBC they feel a personal sense of responsibility to ensure healthy debates on campus continue.

Memphis next US city to see National Guard troops, Trump says

Memphis crime reaches historic low

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The deployment of the National Guard to Memphis comes roughly a month after he sent troops to Washington DC.

ICE agent shoots dead man who tried to drive at agents, officials say

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The driver, Silverio Villegas-Gonzales, was pronounced dead in hospital shortly after the incident.

New Nato mission to bolster eastern flank after Russia drone incursion

Russia accused of violating Polish airspace

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France, Denmark and Germany will send jets to Poland after Russian drones flew into its airspace.

Pot breaks as Nigerian chef attempts largest pot of jollof rice

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Hilda Baci and a team of assistants took several hours to complete the popular West African dish.

'I will never let your legacy die' - Charlie Kirk's widow gives tearful address after shooting

Charlie Kirk shot dead in Utah

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The organisation Kirk co-founded will host a memorial at a 60,000+ seat stadium in Arizona.

Donald Trump's UK state visit is next week - this is what we know

Trump's UK state visit special

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US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania will carry out their second UK state visit in September.

Ivory Coast's 'iron lady' - from hiding in a bunker to presidential hopeful

Gbagbo Thiam barred from election

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Feared by some, loved by others, ex-first lady Simone Gbagbo is vying to become the country's next leader.

How line dancing became cool again - from village hall to TikTok craze

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Fuelled by social media trends and country-pop in the charts, line dancing is enjoying a resurgence.

Defiant nuns flee care home for their abandoned convent in the Alps

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Sisters Bernadette, Regina and Rita needed a locksmith to get back into their convent, defying Church leaders.

BBC reports from house linked to Charlie Kirk shooting suspect

Father turns in son for murder

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Sitting outside was a grey car, similar to the model detectives said the suspect used to drive to the scene of the attack.

The Israeli army took over my home, used it like a hotel, then set it on fire

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Palestinian Nasser Faratawi found his West Bank home and business in ruins months after the IDF seized it.

Charlie Kirk's suspected killer brought into custody after confessing to father

Tyler Robinson arrested for shooting

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Tyler Robinson is accused of shooting the right-wing activist while he was speaking at a university in Utah on Wednesday.

Kashmir's young are preserving history - one post at a time

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Young Kashmiris are using social media to preserve language, heritage and identity through storytelling.

World's first AI minister will eliminate corruption, says Albania's PM

Albania appoints AI minister Diella

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Named Diella, the new minister will help Albania "leapfrog" bigger, more advanced countries, says Edi Rama.

Anti-apartheid hero's new inquest should lead to justice, Biko family tells BBC

South Africa reopens Steve Biko inquest

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Seen as a martyr in the struggle against white-minority rule, Steve Biko died in police custody in 1977.

Who is Tyler Robinson, the suspect in custody for shooting Charlie Kirk?

Tyler Robinson arrested for murder

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The FBI says a family member recognised the 22-year-old man from Utah from surveillance images released to the public.

Nepal gets first female PM after deadly unrest

Sushila Karki appointed Nepal PM

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Former Supreme Court chief justice Sushila Karki is sworn in after a deal with protest leaders.

Nigerian pilot tests positive for alcohol after plane veered off runway

Air Peace pilots test positive

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The 64-year-old has been sacked, although all the passengers were unharmed.

As Russian army inches closer, Ukrainians must decide to stay or go

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In Bilozerske, eastern Ukraine, people must make the agonising decision to flee or risk staying.

UK says 'great news' British national freed in Belarus release deal

Belarus releases 52 political prisoners

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Julia Fenner was given a long jail term after being detained while entering Belarus in March 2024.

Japan sets record of nearly 100,000 people aged over 100

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The number of Japanese centenarians rose to 99,763 in September, with women making up 88% of the total.

US joins UN Security Council condemnation of Israeli strikes on Qatar

UN Security Council condemns Qatar attack

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The US traditionally blocks actions against its close ally Israel at the United Nations.

Schools shut in two Dutch towns over youth violence and abuse videos

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All five secondary schools in Beverwijk and Heemskerk are closed in a bid to restore calm.

From political outsider to a president like no other: Bolsonaro's rise and fall

Bolsonaro trial reaches decisive phase

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The Brazilian ex-president has been sentenced to 27 years for plotting a coup, but an amnesty could be on the cards.

Dutch broadcaster says it will join Eurovision boycott over Israel

Calls to boycott Eurovision over Israel

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The Netherlands follows Ireland in saying it can "no longer justify Israel's inclusion" in the event.

South African rapist loses bid to block Netflix film about his life

Thabo Bester loses Netflix documentary bid

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Thabo Bester had argued the documentary would affect his trial for allegedly faking his death to escape prison.