German philosopher and social critic Jürgen Habermas dies at 96
One the most influential thinkers in post-war Germany, he linked philosophy and political action throughout his life.
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Cuban protesters ransack Communist office as energy crisis deepens
Discontent is mounting over rolling blackouts and shortages of food, fuel and medicine, exacerbated by a US blockade.
Treasure hunter freed from prison after refusing to turn over shipwreck gold
Tommy Thompson spent more than a decade in prison after refusing to disclose the whereabouts of 500 missing gold coins.
Kennedy Center head steps down after tumultuous year
The Trump ally's departure comes as the centre prepares to shut down for a two-year renovation.
Gazans urged to shelter as sandstorm turns skies orange
Displaced Palestinians were told to secure their tents to prevent them being blown away as a storm swept through the enclave.
Hamas urges key ally Iran to halt attacks on Gulf states
The Palestinian group also affirms Tehran's right to defend itself from "aggression" by the US and Israel.
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Why has the US targeted Iran's Kharg Island?
The tiny island is home to one of the most critical pieces of Iran's energy infrastructure.
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Trump urged uprising, but as bombs fall, Iranians are ‘too scared to move’
Some Iranians living in Dubai say their families celebrated the death of the supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, but the war could leave Iran in a worse situation than before.
They came to build China’s EV future. Investigators found conditions akin to ‘slavery.’
Few Chinese laborers have spoken out about the abuses they allegedly suffered while toiling abroad. Until now.
How Trump suspending sanctions on Russian oil helps Putin’s war effort
The Kremlin hopes the Trump administration’s move to contain oil prices sent soaring by the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran will lead to further relief.
Explosion at Amsterdam Jewish school 'a deliberate attack' says mayor
Security had been increased at Jewish public institutions following an earlier incident in Rotterdam.
Rescuers blame weather and 'underprepared skiers' for rise in Alps avalanche deaths
The BBC joins a French Alps rescue team as the number of skiers killed this season passes 100.
'Hate-watch classic' War of the Worlds sweeps Razzie Awards
Ice Cube's alien invasion adaptation receives five Razzies, which go to the year's worst movies.
Charges dropped against teens whose teacher died during toilet paper prank
The teacher's family had asked for charges to be dropped to prevent the students' lives being ruined.
LA asks for investigation into 2028 Olympics chief over Epstein ties
The city council votes unanimously for an investigation into Casey Wasserman after he appeared in the Epstein files.
Trump says U.S. struck Kharg Island, core of Iran’s oil economy
The strikes destroyed more than 90 military targets, including missile facilities, but preserved oil infrastructure, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
Watch: Why Kharg Island is a lifeline for Iran
BBC Security Brief's Mikey Kay breaks down why Kharg Island is so strategically important for Tehran.
More US Marines and warships being moved to Middle East, reports say
The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner.
Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa's largest media house
Rostam Aziz's purchase raises questions about continued journalistic independence in the region.
In photos: Tracing India's history through its chairs
An exhibition in Mumbai displayed chairs that told the history of colonial invasions and art movements in India.
Is Dubai's glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so
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How the Iran war exposed cracks in Trump's Republican coalition
The president's most dedicated supporters are on his side - but significant numbers of Republicans have serious doubts.
'Tigers and flies': Millions of officials later, why is Xi's corruption purge still going?
Critics say Xi's purges reveal a ruthless drive for absolute loyalty and total control of the military.
Under drone fire, exiled Kurds wait to confront Iranian regime
A group of fighters based in Iraq say they are "ready to go home", as they face drone attacks from Tehran.
Pink Floyd guitar sold for record-breaking $14.6m
The guitar was used by David Gilmour on some of Pink Floyd's best-known albums, including Dark Side of the Moon.
Judge says 'no evidence' to justify Federal Reserve probe
Jeanine Pirro said she would appeal the ruling, which blocks the subpoenas she issued to the central bank.
