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The price of love - the doctor who has South Africa talking about financial abuse
on 27 April 2025 at 02:27
A medic sparks a national conversation about the financial abuse some female breadwinners face.
A stunning reversal of fortunes in Canada's historic election
on 27 April 2025 at 02:05
After a campaign upended by Trump’s threats, the Liberals hope they can hold onto power.
What should Democrats do now? Everyone has a different answer
on 27 April 2025 at 01:33
One hundred days into Trump's second term, Democrats are still reckoning with an election loss and debating the fate of the party
Eighty years on, survivors and families remember horrors of Bergen Belsen
on 26 April 2025 at 23:49
180 British Jews will join groups marking the liberation of the Nazi concentration camp in Germany.
Australia's universal healthcare is crumbling. Can it be saved?
on 26 April 2025 at 22:41
More and more Australians, regardless of where they live, are delaying or going without the care they need.
Russia claims it has regained full control of Kursk from Ukraine
on 26 April 2025 at 21:41
Ukraine denies Russian claims it has been forced out of the border region.
Huge blast at key Iranian port kills 14 and injures more than 750
on 26 April 2025 at 21:19
A private security firm said it believed the affected containers had contained solid fuel destined for ballistic missiles.
Trump questions Putin's desire for peace after meeting Zelensky at the Vatican
on 26 April 2025 at 20:43
The US president says he fears the Russian leader is "tapping me along" given Moscow's strikes on Kyiv earlier this week.
Russia detains suspect in car bomb attack that killed general
on 26 April 2025 at 18:10
The FSB say they detained a "Ukrainian special services agent". Kyiv has not commented on the attack.
Thousands line streets of Rome as Pope Francis laid to rest after Vatican funeral
on 26 April 2025 at 16:12
World leaders and royalty joined 400,000 people for the funeral mass and procession.
Moment driver sees huge explosion rip through Iran port
on 26 April 2025 at 15:07
At least four people have been killed and 500 more injured in Bandar Abbas.
Virginia Giuffre's death leaves unanswered questions
on 26 April 2025 at 13:39
Her name will forever be associated with the scandals surrounding Jeffrey Epstein and his circle.
Watch: How the Vatican said goodbye to Pope Francis
on 26 April 2025 at 13:11
Hundreds of thousands of mourners gather in Rome to pay tribute to the late pontiff.
Woman who used lipstick to write on statue during Brazil unrest jailed for 14 years
on 26 April 2025 at 12:52
The Bolsonaro supporter, who drew in lipstick on a statue during riots, has been jailed for taking part in an alleged coup
'We have more in common with America than the rest of Canada'
on 26 April 2025 at 04:00
In Alberta, many voters feel alienated by the country’s elite - some are even tempted by Trump’s call to join the US.
DR Congo and Rwanda vow to agree peace plan within days
on 26 April 2025 at 03:55
The two neighbouring nations sign a US-brokered deal aimed at stopping the fighting in eastern DR Congo.
'I'm voting for the first time after fleeing a dictatorship'
on 26 April 2025 at 03:45
Ghayda and her husband Ahmad say they could never discuss politics in Syria - now, they will vote in Canada's election.
From prized artworks to bullet shells: how war devastated Sudan's museums
on 26 April 2025 at 00:51
Sudan's national museum is among the institutions that have been looted and vandalised during the war.
How much has Elon Musk's Doge cut from US government spending?
on 25 April 2025 at 23:31
BBC Verify has looked at the agency's biggest claimed savings, examining the figures and speaking to experts.
US judge arrested after allegedly obstructing immigration enforcement
on 25 April 2025 at 20:12
Judge Hannah Dugan is accused of trying to help an undocumented immigrant who appeared in her court avoid arrest.

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A stunning reversal of fortunes in Canada's historic election
on 27 April 2025 at 02:05
After a campaign upended by Trump’s threats, the Liberals hope they can hold onto power.
What should Democrats do now? Everyone has a different answer
on 27 April 2025 at 01:33
One hundred days into Trump's second term, Democrats are still reckoning with an election loss and debating the fate of the party
Home needed for two killer whales stuck in shuttered zoo
on 27 April 2025 at 00:28
An international search is under way for a suitable home for the orcas stranded in France.
Eighty years on, survivors and families remember horrors of Bergen Belsen
on 26 April 2025 at 23:49
180 British Jews will join groups marking the liberation of the Nazi concentration camp in Germany.
'Bottle kicking trampling left me unable to walk'
on 26 April 2025 at 23:14
Alexie Winship, 23, says she was knocked out during the traditional Easter Monday event.
Trying to book a driving test 'like buying a festival ticket', say learners
on 26 April 2025 at 23:11
Learner drivers have told the BBC of their desperation amid huge driving test backlogs.
'Kicking butt' or 'going too fast'? Trump voters reflect on 100 days
on 26 April 2025 at 23:10
Five Trump supporters say his first 100 days have met their expectations - with a few surprises and some warning signs.
Area burned by UK wildfires in 2025 already at annual record
on 26 April 2025 at 23:07
The prolonged dry, sunny weather in March and April created ideal conditions for wildfires to spread.
Mortgages under 4% are back but dangers lurk for borrowers
on 26 April 2025 at 23:04
There is greater competition among mortgage firms but no guarantee that rates will keep falling, brokers say.
Eubank outpoints bitter rival Benn in emotional fight
on 26 April 2025 at 22:56
Chris Eubank Jr narrowly beats bitter foe Conor Benn as one of Britain's most rancorous and long-running boxing rivalries lives up to the hype.
Eubank outpoints bitter rival Benn in emotional fight
on 26 April 2025 at 22:56
Chris Eubank Jr narrowly beats bitter foe Conor Benn as one of Britain's most rancorous and long-running boxing rivalries lives up to the hype.
'No-one expected this' - how Slot took Liverpool to brink of title
on 26 April 2025 at 22:47
As Liverpool stand on the brink of the Premier League title, BBC Sport explores the impact made by Arne Slot this season.
Counter-terror police investigate attack on two women after crossbow recovered
on 26 April 2025 at 22:45
A man, 38, who suffered a "self-inflicted injury" is arrested and a crossbow and firearm recovered.
Australia's universal healthcare is crumbling. Can it be saved?
on 26 April 2025 at 22:41
More and more Australians, regardless of where they live, are delaying or going without the care they need.
Resilient England finally get test they needed
on 26 April 2025 at 22:03
England head coach John Mitchell is glad his side got the test they needed before a home Rugby World Cup, with their 43-42 Women's Six Nations win over France to secure the Grand Slam.
Russia claims it has regained full control of Kursk from Ukraine
on 26 April 2025 at 21:41
Ukraine denies Russian claims it has been forced out of the border region.
Huge blast at key Iranian port kills 14 and injures more than 750
on 26 April 2025 at 21:19
A private security firm said it believed the affected containers had contained solid fuel destined for ballistic missiles.
'Off days don't exist' for Celtic 'mentality monsters'
on 26 April 2025 at 20:59
Celtic's domination of Scottish football should not be underestimated, say Kasper Schmeichel and Chris Sutton.
Trump questions Putin's desire for peace after meeting Zelensky at the Vatican
on 26 April 2025 at 20:43
The US president says he fears the Russian leader is "tapping me along" given Moscow's strikes on Kyiv earlier this week.
'Glasner's FA Cup heroes give Tuchel food for thought'
on 26 April 2025 at 20:28
Crystal Palace's spectacular FA Cup semi-final win over Aston Villa must give England boss Thomas Tuchel food for thought, writes Phil McNulty.