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As China’s Xi looks to Trump meeting, domestic economy weighs heavy
China’s growth is spluttering, potentially complicating Xi Jinping’s negotiating position ahead of two high-stakes meetings with President Donald Trump in 2026.
Australian state plans to ban intifada chants after Bondi shooting
New South Wales will look at passing hate speech laws after Australia's deadliest shooting in almost 30 years.
Watch: Images, cassettes and high-profile figures from Epstein files
The partial release of documents includes photos of the late sex offender's properties, audio files and redacted documents.
'Very cool': The 70s Afro-rock genre enjoying a rebirth
In 1970s Zambia, Zamrock led a musical revolution. It's now back, with some big names among its proponents.
Kebabs, biryani and much more: Indian city on Unesco culinary list
Lucknow recently joined a select list of global cities recognised for their fine food.
Make Korea great again: The right-wing group wooing disenchanted youth
Disgraced president Yoon Suk Yeol has become an unlikely poster boy for anti-government sentiment.
Steve Rosenberg: Was Putin's response to my question about war in Europe an olive branch?
Russia's leader told our Russia editor that claims an attack on Europe was planned were "rubbish".
US carries out 'massive' strike against IS in Syria
The US says it struck dozens of targets across Syria in response to last week's deadly Islamic State attack on US forces there.
U.S. strikes dozens of sites in Syria in retaliation for troops’ deaths
The expansive operation follows the killing last weekend of two U.S. soldiers and their interpreter at a military base in the city of Palmyra.
US to strip alleged Bosnian war criminal of citizenship
Kemal Mrndzic did not reveal that he had been a guard at a camp where atrocities occurred when seeking US naturalisation, officials say.
Palestinians tell BBC they were sexually abused in Israeli prisons
Two men say they experienced the kind of abuse highlighted in recent reports on Israel's treatment of prisoners, which Israel denies.
Removed Ben & Jerry's chair says Magnum aimed to 'smear' her
Anuradha Mittal was ejected from the board of the ice cream maker this week.
To stop drug boats, GOP lawmakers want to license privateers
A bill introduced Thursday looks to revive a presidential power from the age of sail, by which Trump could issue letters of marque authorizing private raids at sea.
Tourists to face €2 fee to get near Rome's Trevi Fountain
Visitors who don't live in Rome will have to pay to view the Baroque monument up close from February.
Australia was seen as a world leader in gun control - Bondi has exposed a more complicated reality
It introduced stricter gun laws after the 1996 Port Arthur massacre, but some say they now need to be tightened further.
Putin tells BBC Western leaders deceived Russia
BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg had the opportunity to ask Vladimir Putin about his plans for the future of the country.
Charlie Kirk's widow Erika endorses JD Vance for president
Conservatives traded criticims at this year's annual Turning Point USA America Fest conference.
German court jails man for drugging, raping and filming wife for years
The 61-year-old has been sentenced to eight-and-a-half years in prison after posting the videos online.
US justice department will not release all Epstein files by Friday deadline, official says
The Friday deadline was mandated by a bill that got near-unanimous support in the US Congress.
Ros Atkins on… The alleged links between the UAE and Sudan's civil war
BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins examines allegations of links between the UAE and Sudan’s RSF in the civil war, as international efforts continue to seek an end to the fighting.
Putin vows no more wars if West treats Russia with respect
Russia's leader said during a TV marathon that claims that an attack on Europe was planned were "nonsense".
Knife attacker kills three after smoke bombing Taiwan metro
The suspect's spree began at Taipei's main metro before he moved to another station nearby.
French court rejects Shein website suspension over childlike sex dolls
The fast-fashion giant welcomed the judgement and said its priority remains protecting French consumers.
Norway's crown princess likely needs lung transplant, palace says
Mette-Marit has pulmonary fibrosis, a disease that stiffens the lungs, making it hard to breathe.
H-1B workers flew to India to renew U.S. visas. Now they’re stuck.
H-1B holders who returned to India this month to renew their visas had consular appointments canceled, stranding them far from their homes and jobs, lawyers said.
Uganda prison officer sacked for 'politicking' on TikTok
Ugandan law requires public servants to remain politically neutral and bars them from active politics.
Hunger monitor says Gaza is still seeing acute malnutrition but not famine
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification said famine is no longer present but 1.6 million people still experience acute food insecurity and malnutrition.
UN-backed experts say Gaza food supplies improving but 100,000 still in 'catastrophic conditions'
Israel says the report "doesn't reflect the reality" and ignores the volume of aid entering the Gaza Strip.
A viral love story: She answered his DM, then flew to Ireland to meet him
Millions of people online have watched the intercontinental love story. “When’s the wedding?” one person wrote. “I’m getting y’all an air fryer.”
South Africa defiant after US threatens 'consequences' over refugee centre raid
South Africa has accused the US of employing Kenyans without work permits to process refugee applications.
Bangladesh newspaper staff recall 'gasping for air' as offices set ablaze
The fresh protests are sparked by the death of one of the leaders of protests that ousted ex-PM Sheikh Hasina.
