'Is she black or Indian?': Trump attacks Harris' racial identity

The Republican suggested Vice-President Kamala Harris changed her identity from Indian and "became black".

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Trump on Harris: 'Is she Indian or is she black?'

Donald Trump questioned the vice-president's racial identity while speaking at a conference for black journalists.

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The new face of homelessness in Australia

Mary is a frail pensioner who is living out of her car after losing her rental property.

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Hundreds of thousands of dragonflies swarm beachgoers

Social media videos show the harmless insects invading a beach in Rhode Island.

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'Fire devils' spotted as California fire doubles in size

Firefighters battle a growing wildfire, the largest blaze in California this year.

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Russian commander killed in sandstorm ambush in Mali

Mercenaries formerly of the Wagner group say they suffered "losses" at the hands of 1,000 rebels.

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Jasper fire chief watched as his home lost to flames

Fire crews continue to battle the inferno, the largest in a century in Canada's Jasper National Park.

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Rocket strike puts Israel-Hezbollah on brink of all-out war

Fears mount that the deadly attack on the occupied Golan Heights could trigger a major conflict.

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Neighbours star Janet Andrewartha dies

The actress joined the long running in Australian soap in 1999 as Lynn Scully.

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Wrong national anthem played for South Sudan at Olympics

South Sudan says it felt disrespected by the gaffe, which organisers said was a "human error".

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Trump courts crypto industry votes and campaign donations

Donald Trump tells cryptocurrency leaders he will fire the head of the US Securities and Exchange Commission if he's re-elected president.

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Top five stories from day one of Paris Olympics 2024

Great Britain claim their first opening day medals since 2004 as the Paris Olympics get under way on Saturday.

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Canada deducted points and coach banned over drone

Canada's Olympic women's football team are deducted six points and coach Bev Priestman is banned for a year by Fifa over a drone spying scandal.

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Nine dead in rocket attack on Israeli-occupied Golan - reports

Projectiles have been fired from Lebanon into the area of Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights in northern Israel.

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Poland's firearm bill sparks human rights concerns

The bill will allow troops to open fire on migrants crossing the border when soldiers feel under threat.

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SA mass killer dies as victims still demand justice

The 72-year-old South African was convicted for seven apartheid-era murders but was behind many more deaths.

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EU regulator rejects Alzheimer's drug lecanemab

It said the benefits of the treatment did not outweigh the risk of serious side effects.

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Satellite images and doctor testimony reveal Tigray hunger crisis

Crisis is unfolding in northern Ethiopia - driven by drought, crop failure and insecurity following war.

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How drones and the battle for Ukraine are changing the future of warfare

Drone technology has made the war more immediate and more deadly – and opened up a new battleground.

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Yellowstone blast sends visitors fleeing for cover

A hydrothermal explosion of rock and debris erupted near Old Faithful at Yellowstone National Park.

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Pilot survived Nepal crash after cockpit sheared by freight container

The plane's cockpit split from its fuselage leaving pilot as the sole survivor of crash that killed 18.

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What one Moscow square says about Russia's worsening relations with West

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin has signed an order renaming Europe Square Eurasia Square.

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Trump rally gunman used weapon with 'collapsible stock'

FBI Director Christopher Wray told a congressional committee it likely made the rifle easier to conceal.

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Ten years since the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Watch: Dancing tea cakes, a giant Nessie and Karen Dunbar - the Glasgow Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony 10 years on.

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Watch: Berliners soar over the city on Europe’s highest swing

Daredevils can now soar 120 metres (394ft) above Berlin on Europe’s highest swing.

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Netanyahu facing 'day of rage' in Washington, protesters say

Israeli prime minister cited as 'number one enemy' by pro-Palestinian groups as he prepares for speech to Congress.

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CrowdStrike shares hit again as IT disruption continues

Shares in the cybersecurity firm drop a further 13% after last week's global IT outage.

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Kamala Harris: From prosecutor to possible president

The vice-president is vying for the Democrats' presidential nomination after Joe Biden left the race.

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At least six killed in Croatia nursing home shooting

The Croatian president called for gun ownership laws to be tightened after a gunman killed six people in a care home.

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Who will replace Biden as Democratic nominee?

Mr Biden has endorsed his Vice President Kamala Harris to take his place.

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US President Joe Biden ends re-election campaign

He said it was "in the best interests of my party and the country" and endorsed Kamala Harris.

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Uganda protest organisers playing with fire, president says

Police have banned a planned march to parliament on Tuesday to protest against corruption.

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Thousands gather for Trump's first rally since shooting

Trump and running mate JD Vance are scheduled to address a crowd in Grand Rapids, Michigan on Saturday evening.

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Israel strikes Houthis in Yemen after drone hits Tel Aviv

Defence Minister Yoav Gallant says it is in response to a drone strike on Tel Aviv that killed a man.

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France recalls contaminated Olympic-branded water bottles

The consumer recall agency, Rappel Conso, says they contain a harmful chemical, Bisphenol A.

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Living in cars and motels - what it's like to work at the 'Happiest Place on Earth'

Workers at Disneyland are considering a strike because pay at the 'Happiest place on Earth' has left many unable to meet rent.

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Judge sets Harvey Weinstein retrial date for November

The ex-film mogul will be retried for rape after his conviction was overturned on appeal in April.

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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon star Cheng Pei-pei dies at 78

The China-born star died in San Francisco after suffering from a neurodegenerative brain disease since 2019.

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'Is this some kind of fantasist?' Behind the viral BBC video

Gary O'Donoghue reveals his initial disbelief when an eyewitness described seeing Trump gunman on roof.

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Super bowl winner 'wrongly handcuffed' on United flight

The airline has apologised to Terrell Davis and says it has removed the flight attendant from duty.

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Martial arts boss to promote Trump's 'fighter' image at RNC finale

The UFC chief and the ex-president have grown ever closer since their first business deal in 2001.

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Watch: Huge fire breaks out at Chinese shopping centre

Footage shows thick black smoke towering above the 14-storey building.

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Families mark 10 years of pain since MH17 flight disaster

Relatives of the 298 victims on board the plane join memorial services to mark the anniversary.

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Trump security boosted weeks ago over Iran plot to kill him

There is no known link between the plot and Saturday's attack, but the disclosure raises questions over how a gunman got so close.

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Vance choice heightens European fears over Trump presidency

Donald Trump's choice of a running mate raises concerns in European capitals.

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Senator Bob Menendez found guilty in bribery scheme

The New Jersey Democrat is convicted of accepting bribes that included gold bars and a Mercedes-Benz

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JD Vance once criticised Trump. Now he's his running mate

The junior senator from Ohio shot to fame writing about his hard upbringing and morphed from a 'never-Trumper' into a Maga champion.

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Israeli strike on central Gaza school reportedly kills 22

Israel's military says it targeted “terrorists” inside the school - the fifth hit in eight days.

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Stranger Things season five teaser excites fans

The cast and crew of the hit show are halfway through filming its highly anticipated final season.

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Zambia made education free, now classrooms are crammed

The government is boosting investment to try and ensure everyone can benefit from good schooling.

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Videos show how gunman shot at Trump despite public alerting police

BBC Verify examines footage, eyewitness testimony and satellite imagery showing how the attack unfolded.

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How conspiracy theories and hate dominated social feeds after assassination attempt on Trump

As a frenzy has gripped all sides of the political spectrum following the assassination attempt on Trump, falsehoods have taken off online.

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Pictures from Trump rally where shots fired

Donald Trump rushed off stage during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after loud bangs were heard

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Video shows moment Trump ducks and swarmed by security

The former US president and supporters around him are seen crouching after loud bangs are heard.

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Trump rushed off stage at rally as bangs heard

Sharp bangs were heard as the Republican addressed supporters in Pennsylvania.

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Hackers steal call records of 'nearly all' AT&T customers

FBI launches investigation after around 109 million customers had call and text information taken.

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Children killed in Nigeria school collapse

Emergency services say rescuers are working through the rubble of the school in central Plateau state.

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Liverpool footballer Núñez clashes with Colombia fans

Liverpool footballer Darwin Núñez clashes with Colombia fans

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Starmer meets Biden: Special relationship 'stronger now than ever'

The UK's new prime minister has met the US president for the first time on a trip to Washington DC.

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Baldwin 'played make-believe' with gun, Rust trial hears

Prosecution claims he disregarded gun safety, while defence portrays an actor who trusted his crew's competence.

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Top Democratic fundraiser Clooney calls on Biden to drop out

Hollywood star joins growing list of donors and senior Democrats questioning president's fitness.

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Biden condemns 'Russian brutality' after deadly Ukraine strikes

The US president promised boosts to Ukraine’s air defences ahead of a Nato meeting in Washington.

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Staff help clear rubble from destroyed Kyiv hospital

Footage posted on social media by Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky shows smoke rising from Ohmatdyt Children's Hospital and blown out windows.

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Liberian president cuts his salary by 40%

President Boakai says the move is intended to show "solidarity" with Liberians who are struggling financially.

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LFI supporters burst into cheers in Paris's Stalingrad Square

Preliminary results showed France's left-wing alliance, New Popular Front, led the polls.

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National Rally's Bardella: 'Dishonourable alliance' prevented victory

National Rally (RN) leader Jordan Bardella, who'd hoping to be France's next PM, reacts to the result.

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Forget Ethiopia's Spice Girls - this singer salutes the true queens

Singer Gabriella Ghermandi dismisses suggestions that Ethiopians need to be taught about empowering women.

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French far right seeks vote win but deadlock looms

France votes in one of its most crucial elections in years, with the far right hoping for victory.

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Biden's interview fails to quell Democrats' concerns about his fitness

A day after the interview, a fifth Democratic member of Congress has called on him to end his bid for re-election.

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'We've learnt to do surgery without electricity': Ukraine's power cuts worsen

Russia is pummelling Ukraine's energy grid, forcing Ukrainians to live and work by torch light.

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Watch July 4 fireworks misfire into Utah crowds

Eyewitness video shows the malfunction that led to multiple injuries and several hospitalisations.

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World media reacts to UK election

Labour's landslide victory has been followed closely by media commentators around the world.

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Pope Francis critic excommunicated by the Vatican

The ultra-conservative archbishop was found guilty of splitting with the Catholic church.

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Amazon at 30: What next for 'The Everything Company'?

Can Amazon sustain its rapid growth since 1994 - or will rivals or regulators cut it down to size?

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Violent attacks shock France ahead of crunch vote

A number of candidates are targeted in the run-up to Sunday's tense parliamentary elections.

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Hezbollah fires 200 rockets and drones into Israel

Hezbollah launched the barrage in response to Israel's killing of one of its senior commanders.

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Ecuador police free 49 people held by gang

Police seize dynamite, weapons and ammunitions during a raid of tunnels in a mining area.

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Blazing wildfires force evacuations in California

Low humidity, gusty winds, and a dangerous heatwave are exacerbating fire risks in the northern part of the state.

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Pay rise freeze for Kenyan MPs after public anger

Protesters last week forced William Ruto to scrap planned tax rises, saying public money was being wasted.

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Belarus frees five political prisoners in rare amnesty

Activists say three men and two women were released, in a move signalled by Alexander Lukashenko on Tuesday.

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Israeli strike kills senior Hezbollah commander in Lebanon

Hezbollah says it launched 100 rockets at Israel in response to the death of Mohammed Nasser.

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Hungary's Orban urges ceasefire on Kyiv visit

He is a critic of Western support for Ukraine and is seen as the European leader closest to Russia's Vladimir Putin.

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US pays Moderna $176m to develop bird-flu jab

Moderna is being given $176m to work on a bird-flu vaccine, in case there is ever a human pandemic.

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Trump says immunity ruling 'big win' for democracy

The former US president hails a Supreme Court verdict giving him partial immunity from prosecution.

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Justices 'fear for democracy' in dissent on Trump immunity

The three liberals, led by Sonia Sotomayor, painted a dark picture of absolutist power.

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Founder of Venezuela's most feared gang arrested

Police tracked down Larry Changa of the infamous Tren de Aragua gang in a small town in Colombia.

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Analysis: Trump wins as top court deals blow to Jan 6 case

The former president achieves his immediate objective of delaying the trial until after November's election.

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