Apple referred for possible criminal contempt investigation

The tech giant had been ordered in 2021 to allow greater competition and open the App Store up to outside payment options.

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Chaos on roads as residents flee rampant Israel wildfires

Buildings burn and land is scorched as wildfires spread outside of Jerusalem.

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South Africa sets up inquiry into apartheid prosecutions

Several apartheid-era atrocities, like murder, have been uncovered but few have made it to court.

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Australia's last vote was all about Indigenous people - now they say it's 'silence'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition leader Peter Dutton have had little to say on First Nations issues.

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Life inside Iraq's 'Forbidden Zone' controlled by Turkey

Turkey has been building military bases on Iraqi territory, the BBC finds, raising fears of an occupation.

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Several reported dead after suspected shooting in Sweden

The incident took place at a hair salon in the town of Uppsala, Swedish media report.

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Child damages €50m Rothko painting in Dutch museum

It is not yet clear who will be held responsible for the cost of repairing Rothko's Grey, Orange on Maroon, No. 8.

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Stand-off between PM and spy chief exposes Israel's deepening rifts

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Shin Bet head Ronen Bar accuse each other of lies or inaccuracies in sworn depositions.

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Watch: Traffic chaos as Spain and Portugal face power outages

From traffic lights turning off in Spain, to Metro stations plunged into darkness in Portugal - power outages have caused havoc.

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Watch: Crew survives after powerboat goes airborne and crashes

The race team told BBC News that both drivers were treated, released, and are recovering well, though still sore.

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Images of Pope Francis's tomb released

The late pontiff was laid to rest in a private ceremony on Saturday following a public funeral at the Vatican on Saturday.

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Qatar claims slight progress towards ceasefire in Gaza

But the Qatari PM says there was still no "answer for the ultimate question: how to end this war".

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The price of love - the doctor who has South Africa talking about financial abuse

A medic sparks a national conversation about the financial abuse some female breadwinners face.

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Australia's universal healthcare is crumbling. Can it be saved?

More and more Australians, regardless of where they live, are delaying or going without the care they need.

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Russia detains suspect in car bomb attack that killed general

The FSB say they detained a "Ukrainian special services agent". Kyiv has not commented on the attack.

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Why Pope Francis won't be buried in the Vatican

Pope Francis will be buried in Rome's church of Santa Maria Maggiore, breaking a 100-year-old tradition.

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'Something different in the air' as hushed Rome reckons with Pope's death

Visitors have noticed a unique atmosphere at the Vatican in the days before Pope Francis's funeral and the conclave.

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Putin and Trump envoy had 'constructive' meeting, Russian aide says

Vladimir Putin's aide says the two discussed the possibility of Russia and Ukraine resuming direct talks.

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Who will win the race to develop a humanoid robot?

Humanoid robots are attracting a lot of investment but will China dominate the industry?

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Thousands march through Auschwitz commemorating liberation

Holocaust survivors were part of the crowds taking part in the annual 'March of the Living', 80 years after the camp was liberated.

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Health of Brazil's ex-president Bolsonaro has worsened, doctors say

The 70-year-old, who remains in intensive care, underwent intestinal surgery earlier this month - and currently faces coup charges.

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Could this be the end of the road for Tanzania's great survivor?

Tundu Lissu has survived against the political odds over the years but has now been charged with treason.

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Africa is important to Trump, despite aid cuts, envoy tells BBC

Donald Trump "highly values Africa and African people", says his African envoy, Massad Boulos.

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Early turnout shatters record in Canada polls with 7.3m ballots cast

Elections Canada, the organisation which runs federal elections, reports a 25% jump when compared to early voting in 2021 polls.

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Main opposition leader removed from Ivory Coast electoral list

A court argued Tidjane Thiam forfeited his Ivorian nationality when he became a French citizen in 1987.

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We're orphans now, say Gaza Catholics the Pope called daily

Pope Francis had a close relationship with Gaza's tiny Christian community and used his last address to call for a ceasefire.

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New Israel-Gaza ceasefire plan proposed, Hamas source tells BBC

Egyptian and Qatari mediators suggest a truce of up to seven years and a permanent end to the war.

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Passengers evacuate Delta plane after engine fire

More than 200 people were on board the flight that was scheduled from Orlando to Atlanta, the airline said.

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Watch: The world mourns the death of Pope Francis

From mourners outside the Vatican to world leaders, tributes poured for Pope Francis who died aged 88.

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Rosenberg: Is Putin's 'Easter truce' cause for scepticism or chance for peace?

Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating a 30-hour truce, but it comes as diplomatic efforts pick up, Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg writes.

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'Operational misunderstanding' led to killing of Gaza medics, IDF inquiry says

Fourteen emergency workers and a UN worker were killed when the Israeli military opened fire on a convoy of vehicles in Gaza last month.

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South Africa politician condemned for visiting fugitive pastor

Top MK official Floyd Shivambu attended an Easter service at Shepherd Bushiri's church in Malawi.

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DHL suspends high value US deliveries over tariffs

The postal giant will stop shipping packages to American consumers after a rise in red tape at customs.

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The mother and children trapped between two conflicts

Fighting between rival forces resumes in South Sudan, while a full-scale civil war rages in neighbouring Sudan.

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Putin declares 'Easter truce', as Ukraine says he 'cannot be trusted'

The Russian president says he ordered his forces to "stop all military activity" until the end of Sunday.

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Pakistan expels tens of thousands of Afghans

Pakistan has accelerated its drive to expel Afghans who are undocumented or had temporary permission to stay.

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Anxiety at US colleges as foreign students are detained and visas revoked

High-profile detentions and visa revocations are putting students on edge, as Trump tightens his squeeze on US schools.

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Designed in US, made in China: Why Apple is stuck

China sits at the heart of Apple's supply chain - and has benefited hugely from it. Can they break up?

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Ukraine minerals deal may not buy peace after Trump threat

As Trump threatens to walk from peace talks, a mineral deal looks unlikely to offer Ukraine security.

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Trial of nearly 200 people opens after Turkey protests

Students and journalists are among the 189 people on trial in Istanbul after protests last month.

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Six injured in shooting at Florida State University

One person was taken into custody after the shooting on Thursday, according to CBS News, the BBC's US partner.

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Heavy snow blocks Alpine resorts in Switzerland and France

A Swiss ski resort is cut off and people have been told to stay indoors in the French resort of Tignes.

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US judge says he could hold Trump administration in contempt of court

The US government is accused of "wilful disregard" of a ruling blocking the deportation of 200 individuals to El Salvador.

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Viral videos claim luxury bags are made in China, is it true?

Viral TikTok videos from Chinese manufacturers claim that luxury brands are making their products in China. BBC Verify's Jake Horton looks into the truth behind the claims, and what we know about how luxury goods are made.

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Moment elephants huddle to protect calves during earthquake

The behaviour is known as an 'alert circle', a formation meant to protect elephant calves from threats.

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'A number of businesses in limbo' in China after US tariffs on imports

BBC China correspondent Laura Bicker has been speaking to companies at the world's longest running import-export fair.

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Watch from launch to landing: All-female crew travels into space

The flight, carrying celebrities like Katy Perry and Gayle King, reached a height of about 60 miles (96.6km) above Earth.

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Katy Perry kisses the ground as Blue Origin crew return to land

The all-female crew are back on Earth after reaching space on Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin rocket.

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BBC visits scene of destruction in Sumy after Russian attack

The BBC's James Waterhouse describes the scene of a Russian strike that has killed at least 34 people.

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Teen killed parents as part of Trump assassination plot, says FBI

The suspect's phone allegedly contains material about a neo-Nazi group and praise for Adolf Hitler.

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Gabon coup leader wins election by huge margin

This was the first presidential vote since the near-six-decade-long Bongo dynasty was overthrown.

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'Russians are even trying to ban our holidays' - women speak out from occupied Ukraine

Ukrainians in Russian-held land tell the BBC about the difficulties of life under occupation.

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Rourke leaves Big Brother after 'unacceptable behaviour'

The Hollywood actor was formally warned by the show earlier this week over "offensive" language he had used.

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Tanzania's main opposition party banned from election

The move comes days after its leader and presidential candidate was arrested and charged with treason.

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What is Iran's nuclear programme and what does the US want?

Donald Trump has suggested Iran could face military action if it does not agree to a new nuclear deal.

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A bitter price hike in US coffee shops after tariffs

Higher prices are worrying independent US coffee shops, which import almost all their beans.

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US pastor kidnapped during church service in South Africa

Police say four armed and masked men abducted the pastor in his car on Thursday evening.

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Red Cross chief says Gaza is 'hell on earth' as Israeli assault continues

"No state... can be exempt from the obligation not to commit war crimes, not to commit genocide, not to commit ethnic cleansing," Mirjana Spoljaric tells the BBC.

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Palestinian teen attacker freed after nine years in Israeli prison

Amnesty International says Ahmed Manasra endured "shocking ill-treatment" after he was imprisoned at the age of 13 in 2015.

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Israel to include Rafah in Gaza 'security zones' - defence minister

The Israeli defence minister says the military is leaving Gaza "smaller" and "more isolated" to press Hamas into releasing hostages.

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At least one dead in Hudson River helicopter crash

It is unclear how many people were on board the helicopter at the time of the crash.

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Watch: Pope seen without usual papal attire

Pope Francis visits St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, still with an oxygen tube, as he continues to recover from ill health.

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War has changed Zelensky - but now is the time for him to transform again

As the "coalition of the willing" meets at Nato headquarters today, pledging to support Ukraine with a peacekeeping force, how have the last three years shaped the wartime president - and where does he go from here?

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US stocks surge after White House pauses some tariffs for talks

But Trump also raises tariffs on goods from China to at least 125% "effective immediately".

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Can the US return man deported to El Salvador? Immigration lawyers think so

Lawyers and experts say the case has the potential to upend due process for immigrants in the US.

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US court orders White House to restore access for AP journalists

The AP was prevented from accessing the White House over its continued use of the term "Gulf of Mexico" in its coverage.

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South Korea's president has been removed from power: What happens now?

The constitutional court unanimously upheld the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol.

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Iran ready for nuclear deal if US stops military action threats

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran will "never accept coercion" ahead of Saturday's talks in Oman.

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US in direct nuclear talks with Iran, says Trump

The US president says negotiations have taken place at a "very high level" between the two countries.

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Trump threatens new 50% tariffs on China

The US president said he will introduce the extra tariff unless China withdraws its own 34% counter-tariff on American goods.

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Red Crescent calls for inquiry into Israel's killing of Gaza paramedics

The organisation says the attack by Israeli troops on a convoy of ambulances constitutes a "fully-fledged war crime".

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South Korea's president is out - but he leaves behind a polarised country

A pro-Yoon fringe movement, stoked by right-wing YouTubers, has become more energised and extreme.

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Le Pen calls embezzlement conviction a 'witch hunt'

The French far-right politician spoke to a rally in Paris after being found guilty of embezzling EU funds.

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A Minecraft Movie storms box office despite lukewarm reviews

The film boasts a star-studded cast including Jason Momoa, Jack Black and Jennifer Coolidge.

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Moment parachutist left dangling on stadium roof

Video shows the moment a parachutist got caught on the roof of a stadium ahead of a rugby match.

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Moment parachutist left dangling on stadium roof

Video shows the moment a parachutist got caught on the roof of a stadium ahead of a rugby match.

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Trump urges US to 'hang tough' as 10% tariffs come into effect

It comes on the largest day of protests against Trump's administration since he returned to office.

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Flooding sweeps away 9-year-old as storms slam central US

High winds and heavy rain were expected to continue into Sunday, delaying clean-up efforts.

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Iranian president sacks deputy for 'lavish' Antarctic cruise

President says trip by Shahram Dabiri, the vice-president for parliamentary affairs, was "indefensible" while Iran's economy suffers.

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Judge rules US must return man deported to El Salvador in 'error'

The judge ruled Kilmar Abergo Garcia, who was deported to an El Salvadorian prison despite his protected legal status, must be returned to the US.

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Trump extends deadline to keep TikTok running in US

US President Donald Trump has extended the TikTok ban deadline by an additional 75 days.

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Children among 14 dead in Russian attack on Ukrainian city, officials say

The head of the local defence council says a ballistic missile landed in the centre of a residential area.

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Ronin the rat sets new landmine-sniffing record

Ronin, a giant African pouched rat, is the first rat to uncover more than 100 mines in Cambodia.

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Influencers 'new' threat to uncontacted tribes, warns group after US tourist arrest

North Sentinel is home to a tribe that does not have contact with the outside world.

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Indonesia volcano eruption creates huge column of ash

Mount Marapi erupted on Thursday, sending a column of ash towering into the sky.

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Europe hopes for Trump tariffs deal but prepares for the worst

The EU's message is that it is ready to negotiate with the US but at the same time poised to hit back too.

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Gaza bakeries shut and painkillers on ration after month of Israeli blockade

Many Palestinians say they are going hungry after Israel stopped all aid deliveries to put pressure on Hamas.

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'We still have hope': Searching for quake survivors in Mandalay

The BBC speaks to people in Mandalay close to where Myanmar's deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck.

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Israel PM attacks Qatar probe as 'witch hunt' after aides arrested

Benjamin Netanyahu testified to police after two men were arrested over alleged payments from the Gulf Arab state.

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BBC finds fear, loss and hope in Sudan's ruined capital after army victory

Our correspondent enters Khartoum just days after Sudan's army recaptured it from the Rapid Support Forces after a six-month offensive.

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Body of fourth missing US soldier found in Lithuania

The soldier was part of a team of four who disappeared a week ago while conducting military drills near the border with Belarus.

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