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Heavy gunfire and blasts heard near airport in Niger's capital

1 hour 49 min ago
The airport houses an air force base and is about 10km (six miles) from the presidential place.
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What could happen if the US strikes Iran? Here are seven scenarios

2 hours 29 min ago
From regime change to retaliation, the BBC's Frank Gardner outlines possible outcomes of US strikes on Iran.
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China executes 11 members of Myanmar scam mafia

2 hours 42 min ago
China executes 11 members of the Ming family that ran scam centres in Myanmar, state media report.
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Trump warns Iran 'time is running out' for nuclear deal as US military builds up in Gulf

3 hours 25 min ago
Tehran says its armed forces are ready "with their fingers on the trigger" to respond to any aggression.
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Border agents involved in fatal shooting of Alex Pretti placed on leave

6 hours 55 min ago
As Trump and the Minneapolis Mayor spar over social media on immigration law enforcement, the US continues to be roiled by the killing of nurse Alex Pretti.
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Indians pay tribute after Arijit Singh retires at 38 as Bollywood singer

7 hours 18 min ago
Singh has been one of the most loved and recognisable voices of Bollywood for more than a decade.
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Watch: How Alex Pretti shooting led Trump to shift course in Minneapolis

10 hours 2 min ago
BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at why tensions have been running so high in the city - and how we got here.
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At least five killed after Storm Kristin hits Portugal

10 hours 13 min ago
The storm toppled trees, damaged homes and left more than 800,000 people without power.
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Plane crashes in Colombia, killing all 15 on board

10 hours 24 min ago
State ariline Satena says its aircraft carrying 13 passengers and two crew "suffered a fatal accident".
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At least five killed after Storm Kristin hits Portugal

10 hours 56 min ago
The storm toppled trees, damaged homes and left more than 800,000 people without power.
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Colombia launches search for missing plane carrying 15 people

11 hours 18 min ago
Contact with the aircraft was lost just minutes before it was due to land in northern Colombia, state airline Satena says.
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During heated hearing, Rubio insists US action in Venezuela will lead to prosperity and security

12 hours 7 min ago
The US Secretary of State remained robustly on message when asked about the legality of Maduro's removal, plans for oil sales, and the future of Venezuela.
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Iran's internet is returning - but not for everyone

15 hours 18 min ago
The country cut off internet access on 8 January following a government crackdown on protesters.
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Iran's internet is returning - but not for everyone

15 hours 18 min ago
The country cut off internet access on 8 January following a government crackdown on protesters.
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Deutsche Bank offices raided in money laundering probe

15 hours 41 min ago
Officials searched offices in Frankfurt and Berlin in relation to "past business relationships".
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'Don't take us to a hospital': Iran protesters treated in secret to avoid arrest

15 hours 44 min ago
Wounded demonstrators tell the BBC they are relying on medics willing to risk their own safety by treating them at their homes.
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Panic on crowded train - passenger tells BBC of moment of Russian drone strike

16 hours 13 min ago
Five people died in the attack in northeastern Ukraine when three drones targeted the train.
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Moment BA plane to London loses wheel after take-off in Vegas

17 hours 12 min ago
Dramatic footage shows wheel falling off a British Airways aircraft shortly after take-off from Harry Reid International airport.
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Is the US preparing to strike Iran?

17 hours 36 min ago
Satellite images show a steady and significant build-up of US military forces in the region.
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China trip will bring benefits to UK, Starmer insists, ahead of Xi meeting

17 hours 45 min ago
The prime minister seeks to strengthen ties with China but faces fierce criticism from opponents at home.
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