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Argentine couple to return Nazi-looted painting to rightful owner

The late-baroque Portrait of a Lady was lost for 80 years until it was spotted in photographs of a house for sale near…

US law enforcement group moves to ‘neutral’ position on CLARITY Act

Despite earlier opposition to the CLARITY Act over consumer protection, the National Sheriffs’ Association says it will…

Pentagon rescinds new testosterone screening policy without explanation

The Pentagon says the guidance is being updated after being online for one day.

Russia hits Ukrainian security headquarters in drone attack, Zelensky says

The unmanned aerial vehicle struck without warning in the heart of the Ukrainian capital.

Trump White House just tossed a grenade into international space relations

"Let me be clear: America is not only welcome—we want you there."

National Sheriffs’ Association Shifts Stance to Neutral on CLARITY Act

The CLARITY Act’s passage received a boost on Thursday, after the National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA), which previously…

'A rare moment of joy': Nepal tunnel rescues give hope for more flood survivors

Two people have been rescued more than a week after more than 1,300 people were killed in flash floods on the…

Trump's peace envoys to visit Moscow and Kyiv over weekend, reports say

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have led President Donald Trump's efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war - but talks have…

Top Pentagon Official Contracted Personal Lawyer to Handle Minerals Deal

A top Pentagon official, Stephen Feinberg, hired his personal lawyer Alan Waldenberg to represent the Department of…

'People are going to get screwed' Pennsylvania voters unite against data centres

'We expect our sons to be killed,' father of teen shot dead in West Bank tells BBC

Palestinian teenagers Omar al-Naasan and Khalil Abu Alia were shot dead when Israeli settlers and soldiers entered a…

Nepal rescuers try to reach dozens trapped in tunnel after two found alive

More than 1,300 people have died and thousands are missing, but rescuers' hopes have risen after finding survivors in a…

UK support for Falkland Islands 'unwavering', No 10 says

The comments come as Argentinian president Javier Milei says the "winds of change" favoured his country's claim on the…

Why Are Indian Traders Losing Faith in the Stock Market’s Rules?

Indian traders are increasingly worried about the current performance of the stock market, especially about expiry days…

Body of world's youngest traditional king returns home to Uganda amid succession row

King Oyo died in the US last week aged 34 after receiving treatment for an aggressive form of cancer.

US diesel prices hit a record high of $5.85 on average

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Europe targeted by spiralling campaign of sabotage and Russia is the chief suspect

Germany has blamed Russia for an attack on Leipzig airport but there has been a series of suspicious incidents elsewhere.

US diesel prices hit an all-time-high

Fuel prices have soared since the Iran conflict began at the end of February, mirroring the surge in wholesale oil…

House Cancels September Votes, Could Treasury Yields Rise on Fiscal Uncertainty?

Congress just sent itself home early, and bond traders have reason to notice.

After renewed US-Iran strikes - how could the conflict end?

Three experts give their BBC their thoughts on whether an imminent end to the conflict is likely.

'Layer upon layer of miracles': How Nepal flood survivors were rescued from tunnel

From searching for a buried tunnel entrance to blowing up rocks the size of cars, rescuers had to surmount multiple…

Hungary Moves to Abolish Regulator Behind Controversial 35-Year Casino Deal

Hungary’s new government has ordered a report on how to terminate the authority that oversees gambling, tobacco, and…

Nifty’s 24,000 Battle Could Show Whether India’s Risk Appetite Is Really Returning

India’s stock market could get a boost from Wall Street’s latest rally.

Watch: Moment workers are rescued from Nepal tunnel

Rescuers pull two people from a hydropower tunnel more than a week after a massive flash flood devastated the…

Steve Irwin's family celebrates 'superhero' dad, 20 years after shock death

The Australian icon was killed in 2006, after a stingray's barb pierced his chest during filming.

Argentine leader says oil firms working off Falklands face sanctions

Javier Milei reiterates his country's claim on the British overseas territory, saying the "winds of change" favour it.

From Hookswitch to Grave

AT&T's monopolistic control of the American telephone system was built partly on acquiring Western Electric in 1881,…

Nepal says it will need billions in funding to rebuild after flash floods

BBC South Asia correspondent Azadeh Moshiri is in Nepal where authorities are trying to begin rebuilding amid the debris.

Volkswagen board approves plan to cut another 50,000 jobs

The group - which includes Audi, Porsche, Skoda as well as the VW brand - plans to cut a total of 100,000 by 2030.