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India tells smartphone makers to put state-run cyber safety app on new devices

December 2, 2025 - 16:16
India wants all smartphone makers to pre-install new devices with a state-owned cyber security app.
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Death toll in Indonesia floods passes 600

December 2, 2025 - 16:10
Another 500 people are missing, while thousands more have been injured after a cyclone hit the region.
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Devastating toxic spill seen as test of whether African countries will stand up to China

December 2, 2025 - 15:02
Chinese companies provide jobs and much needed revenue in Zambia, where the disaster took place.
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Hong Kong leader orders investigation into deadly fire that killed 151

December 2, 2025 - 14:58
The fire is the deadliest the city has seen in more than 70 years.
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Hong Kong leader orders investigation into deadly fire that killed 151

December 2, 2025 - 14:58
The fire is the deadliest the city has seen in more than 70 years.
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Putin and Trump's envoy set for key Ukraine talks in Moscow

December 2, 2025 - 14:19
Steve Witkoff will hold talks at the Kremlin, after the White House said it was "optimistic" about a breakthrough.
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Pavarotti statue frozen knee-deep in ice rink strikes wrong note in Italy

December 2, 2025 - 14:19
The opera legend's widow said the town had made an "absurd decision" after it also encouraged skaters to high five the statue.
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Italian town freezes Pavarotti statue knee-deep in Christmas ice rink, angering widow

December 2, 2025 - 14:19
The opera legend's widow said the town had made an "absurd decision" after it also encouraged skaters to high five the statue.
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Costco sues Trump administration for 'full refund' of tariffs

December 2, 2025 - 12:40
Two lower courts have already ruled against President Trump's use of emergency powers to impose tariffs.
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US Navy commander ordered second Venezuela boat strike, White House says

December 2, 2025 - 12:18
The White House confirmed the second strikes on 2 September, but denied reports that Defence Secretary Hegseth said "kill everybody" on board the vessel.
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Watch: Melania Trump reveals White House Christmas decorations

December 2, 2025 - 11:53
This year's theme is "Home Is Where the Heart Is" and features Lego portraits of Donald Trump and George Washington, and 3D-printed ornaments.
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Drug lord El Chapo's son pleads guilty in US drug trafficking case

December 2, 2025 - 07:18
Joaquín Guzmán López's guilty plea comes after US prosecutors pledged last May to not pursue the death penalty against him.
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Mangione in court as lawyers seek to rule out notebook, gun and other key evidence

December 2, 2025 - 06:56
A legal expert explains how the defence could stand to gain even if their longshot bid fails this week.
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Mangione in court as lawyers seek to rule out notebook, gun and other key evidence

December 2, 2025 - 06:56
A legal expert explains how the defence could stand to gain even if their longshot bid fails this week.
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South African radio DJ among five charged over Russia recruitment plot

December 2, 2025 - 05:20
The group has been charged under a law which prohibits people from joining foreign armies.
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Is the US preparing for war with Venezuela?

December 2, 2025 - 05:07
BBC Verify has tracked US assets in the Caribbean Sea, after military strikes on suspected Venezuelan drug boats.
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Appeals court disqualifies ex-Trump lawyer Alina Habba as New Jersey prosecutor

December 2, 2025 - 04:15
An appeals court disqualified Alina Habba, Trump's former personal attorney, from serving as US Attorney for New Jersey.
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Dozens missing as deadly landslide hits two boats in Peru

December 2, 2025 - 04:13
Rescue efforts in Peru's central Ucayali region are being hindered by strong currents on the river, one official said.
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Australia's social media ban explained... in 60 seconds

December 2, 2025 - 04:00
Australia is banning social media for everyone under the age 16 - but will it actually work? Here's everything you need to know.
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Australia's social media ban explained... in 60 seconds

December 2, 2025 - 04:00
Australia is banning social media for everyone under the age 16 - but will it actually work? Here's everything you need to know.
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