DR Congo president hints at extending his term and delaying polls
"If the people want me to have a third term, I will accept," Tshisekedi says, with him due to step down in 2028. DR Congo leader Félix Tshisekedi hints at extending term …
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Showing articles published from 6 May 2026 through 12 May 2026.
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship on way to Canary Islands after three evacuated
A British man is among three evacuees sent to the Netherlands after displaying symptoms while aboard the MV Hondius. Hantavirus-hit cruise ship on way to Canary Islands after three evacuated Watch: Moment …
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Shell latest oil giant to see profits surge due to Iran war impact
The energy giant's profits jump by nearly a quarter as it benefits from the recent volatility in the oil price Shell profits rise as Iran war pushes oil prices higher Copyright current_year …
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Shell latest oil giant to see profits surge due to Iran war impact
The energy giant's profits jump by nearly a quarter as it benefits from the recent volatility in the oil price Shell profits rise as Iran war pushes oil prices higher Copyright current_year …
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Driver arrested after chasing down child cyclist on footpath
Video captures young boy on bike fleeing car that mounts footpath in Washington State Copyright current_year BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read …
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Islamic State-linked women arrive home in Australia from Syria
A group of nine women and children has landed in Melbourne while another woman and her child arrived in Sydney. Islamic State-linked women arrive in Australia from Syria Copyright current_year BBC. All …
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Top BJP leader's aide shot dead in violence after Indian state election
Chandranath Rath was personal assistant to Suvendu Adhikari, front runner to become West Bengal's new chief minister. West Bengal election: Suvendu Adhikari's aide Chandranath Rath shot dead in post-poll violence Copyright current_year …
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Watch: Passengers told virus-hit ship 'not infectious' after first death
YouTuber Ruhi Çenet was on board the ship, and filmed the announcement made on 12 April. Copyright current_year BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external …
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Ukraine is a global surrogacy hub - but that could be about to end
Ukraine is considering a law that would effectively ban foreigners from accessing surrogacy in the country. Ukraine is a global surrogacy hub - but that could be about to end Copyright current_year …
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Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular charged over alleged alligator shooting
The looksmaxxing influencer allegedly livestreamed himself firing gunshots from an airboat at an alligator. Influencer Clavicular charged in US over alligator shooting Copyright current_year BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not …
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Iran considering US proposal as Trump says war will be 'over quickly'
Mediator Pakistan says it is "endeavouring to convert this ceasefire into a permanent end to this war". Trump says war will be 'over quickly' as Iran considers 14-point US proposal Copyright current_year …
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Iran considering US proposal as Trump says war will be 'over quickly'
Mediator Pakistan says it is "endeavouring to convert this ceasefire into a permanent end to this war". Trump says war will be 'over quickly' as Iran considers 14-point US proposal Copyright current_year …
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Ted Turner, media mogul who revolutionised TV news by launching CNN, dies at 87
The media mogul pioneered the modern 24-hour news culture when he launched the Cable News Network in 1980. BBC asks Ted Turner if a 24-hour news cycle is a good thing Copyright …
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German tourist wins payout after losing sun lounger race
The man sued his tour operator for allowing people to reserve sun loungers with towels despite a hotel ban on the practice. German tourist wins payout after losing sun lounger race Copyright …
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German tourist wins payout after losing sun lounger race
The man sued his tour operator for allowing people to reserve sun loungers with towels despite a hotel ban on the practice. German tourist wins payout after losing sun lounger race Copyright …
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The no-nonsense judge calling the shots in Musk v Altman trial
The feud has fuelled a costly showdown between two tech titans. 'That's not how it works' - the judge crossing swords with Musk in court Copyright current_year BBC. All rights reserved. The …
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Key bridge linking North Korea and Russia almost finished, satellite images show
The road crossing is the latest sign of the deepening relationship between Pyongyang and Moscow. New bridge linking allies North Korea and Russia nearly complete Copyright current_year BBC. All rights reserved. The …
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'Enjoy the show. Ignore the war': Venice Biennale faces backlash after including Russia
Protests have taken place at the prestigious arts fair over the inclusion of Russia for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Venice Biennale faces backlash after including Russia Copyright …
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Gas tax: How beer fuelled a debate on Australia's energy giants
Campaigners say Australia is giving away its gas 'for free' and should tax exports like Norway and Qatar. Gas tax: How beer fuelled a debate on Australia's energy giants Copyright current_year BBC. …
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Former OpenAI board member says Elon Musk offered her sperm donations
Shivon Zilis is the mother of four of Musk's children. That relationship began as she advised OpenAI. Former OpenAI board member says Elon Musk offered her sperm donations Copyright current_year BBC. All …
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