What is the plan to give polio vaccines to children in Gaza?

Pauses to fighting will allow hundreds of thousands of Gaza children to be vaccinated against polio.

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Kamala Harris criticises Trump over Arlington Cemetery dispute

Harris said the cemetery is "not a place for politics" in her first remarks on the incident.

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UN agencies to start rollout of Gaza polio vaccines

The drive comes after the first confirmed case of the disease in 25 years was discovered in Gaza.

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Families leave Jenin camp in Israel West Bank push

Civilians trickle out of Jenin refugee camp, sealed off for almost four days by an Israeli operation.

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Brazil Supreme Court orders suspension of X

The social media giant says it refused to comply with a judge's order to appoint a legal representative.

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Trump angers abortion opponents with comments on six-week ban

Donald Trump criticised Florida's six-week ban when he was asked about a state referendum on expanding abortion rights.

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Harris unscathed after walking careful line in first interview

There was no new ammunition for Republicans, but it highlighted the challenge she faces in pitching herself as a change candidate.

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New Zealand's Māori king dies

The king died peacefully, surrounded by family, after heart surgery.

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Ukraine F-16 destroyed during Russian attack, BBC told

The incident happened just weeks after Kyiv took delivery of the supersonic aircraft.

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American Teacher Helps Myanmar Refugee Kids Build a Better Future

Civil war has ravaged Myanmar for decades. And since a 2021 coup, the UN reports more than 3 million people have been forced from their homes, most of them children.

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Germany to tighten knife laws as anger grows at mass stabbing

The German government announces weapons and asylum changes after deadly attack in Solingen.

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Supreme Court blocks Biden's latest try at student debt relief

It was another blow after the court struck down his attempt to cancel as much as $400bn in loans.

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UN says Gaza aid operations continuing after staff forced to evacuate

The UN paused deliveries on Monday after an Israeli evacuation order affected premises in Deir al-Balah.

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Self-proclaimed healer found with 24 human skulls in Uganda

Police tell the BBC he may have been using them for human sacrifice and could face life in prison.

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Why Harris campaign is fighting for unmuted debate mics

They will be muted when it's the other candidate's turn to speak - but Ms Harris's team are pushing back.

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Macron rules out leftist PM as crisis continues

The French president says the New Popular Front coalition could not win a confidence vote in parliament.

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Nostalgic Indians flock to cinemas to watch old hits

Dozens of Indian films, some made more than 20 years ago, are being released again in cinemas - why?

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Al Qaida Jihadists Kill at Least 100 People in Central Burkina Faso

At least 100 villagers and soldiers were killed in central Burkina Faso during a weekend attack on a village by al-Qaida-linked jihadis, according to videos of the violence analyzed by a regional specialist, who described the assault as one of the deadliest this year in the conflict-battered West African nation.

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Ikea trials resale website to rival eBay and Gumtree

Ikea Preowned launches in Oslo and Madrid, with a global rollout expected by the end of the year.

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Gains in Russian territory shape Ukraine independence celebrations

Ukrainians celebrated Independence Day and Ukraine's recent incursion into Russia's Kursk region.

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Two trapped after ice collapses in Iceland glacier

Two people in a tour group were also injured when ice collapsed in Breiðamerkurjökull glacier.

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Telegram says arrested CEO Durov has 'nothing to hide'

Telegram says it is "absurd" to claim a platform or its owner is responsible for abuse of that platform.

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Ingebrigtsen & Duplantis break world records

Jakob Ingebrigtsen smashes the 3,000m world record before Armand Duplantis breaks his own pole vault world record at the Diamond League event in Silesia.

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Cities on high alert as Brazil wildfires kill two

A crisis cabinet has been set up by the state government to deal with the wildfires.

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Germany deadly stabbing: Police make second arrest

A man is detained at a refugee centre near the attack site in the western city of Solingen.

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SpaceX will return stranded astronauts next year

Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore took off on what was planned to be an eight-day mission but will now spend around eight months in orbit.

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Several reported killed in Germany knife attack

A man randomly stabbed passers-by during a festival in the city of Solingen, German media report.

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Pokrovsk: Ukraine's vital eastern town in Russian sights

Pokrovsk is a major logistics hub with a railway station and lies at the intersection of important roads.

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The Gaza protests at the DNC in 50 seconds

Thousands of demonstrators marched in support of Gaza outside the Democratic National Convention this week.

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Yemen weapons dealers selling machine-guns on X

The traders operate in the capital Sana’a and other areas under control of the Houthis.

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Venezuelan court upholds Maduro’s disputed victory

The country's highest court agrees with election authorities despite the absence of full voting tallies.

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'Barbaric': Muslims Reportedly Burn Down Christian Church For Second Time, Sparking Horror in Nigeria

Muslims reportedly burned down a Christian church in Nigeria Aug. 10 in yet another assault on believers that underscores the serious nature of percolating persecution inside the African nation.

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Hezbollah rockets hit Golan Heights after Israel strikes deep in Lebanon

Fears are growing that the cross-border hostilities could escalate into an all-out war.

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Three things the Democrats have avoided so far at the DNC

What they have tried to avoid says as much about their weaknesses as what they choose to highlight, writes Anthony Zurcher.

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No foreign holidays for Gabon government officials

The interim president says he wants to "immerse" politicians in the realities of ordinary people.

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Nicaragua Closes 1,500 Non-Profits and Christian Ministries after Jailing Pastors

The government of Nicaragua has shut down 1,500 non-profit organizations, including hundreds of evangelical religious groups.

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Hulk Hogan jokes about body slamming Kamala Harris

The former wrestler, who supports Donald Trump, also made comments about the vice-president's racial identity.

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Iran hacked Trump campaign, US intelligence confirms

Federal agencies say Iran was trying "to stoke discord and undermine confidence in our democratic institutions".

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Milwaukee woman jailed for 11 years for killing her abuser

Chrystul Kizer agrees a plea deal to avoid life term for shooting dead Randall Volar, whom she said was her sex-trafficker.

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Firefighter crawls across ladder above floods to save woman

Two people are reported missing in Oxford, Connecticut, after flooding.

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'For two seconds I lost my baby in the sea' - Sicily yacht survivor

Charlotte Golunski used all her strength to hold her baby above the surface of the water after the Bayesian yacht sank.

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What to expect from the 2024 Democratic National Convention

Prominent party leaders, celebrities and nearly 50,000 people will gather in Chicago for the DNC.

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Harris arrives in Chicago for Democratic convention

The US vice-president spent Sunday campaigning in the battleground state of Pennsylvania.

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'Treated like slaves' on Scottish fishing boats

Dozens of workers from around the world may have been trafficked by a family-owned Scottish fishing firm.

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Far-right spreads false claims about Muslim attacks in Bangladesh

In the wake of Sheikh Hasina's resignation, far-right accounts spread false claims about Muslim attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh.

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Sniper shot Trump gunman's weapon and delayed him - report

A police sniper potentially saved lives by shooting the rifle of the would-be assassin, a congressional report says.

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US Republican George Santos to plead guilty in fraud case - reports

The Republican, who was expelled from the US Congress, faces multiple charges alleging fraud and misuse of campaign funds.

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Watch: Moment brawl breaks out in Turkish parliament

A debate over the status of a jailed Turkish opposition figure led to widespread fighting between opposing MPs.

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Gaza ceasefire mediators in bid to ‘narrow gaps’

The US, Qatar and Egypt say talks will resume in Cairo next week with the aim of agreeing a deal.

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Despair as the sea slowly swallows a Kenyan beauty spot

Local authorities are seeking to build a seawall to prevent further intrusion of the ocean to the village.

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Australian breakdancer Raygun opens up about 'devastating' hate online

The Australian b-girl said she "gave her best" during her performance at the Paris Olympics

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Ukraine sets up military office inside Russia

The office has been created "on the territories controlled by Ukraine", says its top military chief.

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Ukrainian TV films inside Russia as flag removed

Journalist Natalia Nahorna was reporting from the Russian town Sudzha when Ukrainian soldiers threw the flag to the ground.

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US man held in Moscow for attacking police - local media

A criminal case has been opened against the man, who could face up to five years in prison.

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Nick Vujicic Officially Launching ProLife Bank in November After He Was Debanked

Evangelist and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic has announced that his new faith-friendly online banking service will finally be opening in November after years of planning.

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Israeli minister denounced over call for Jewish prayer at Jerusalem holy site

Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the al-Aqsa Mosque compound with Israelis who defied a ban on Jewish prayer.

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Olympic flag arrives in Los Angeles

The countdown for LA 2028 has begun as the Olympic flag arrived in the city of angels.

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How Musk and Trump put aside their differences

The two businessmen have sparred in the past - but in this election seem firmly on the same side.

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Bodycam video shows police response to Uvalde shooting

Footage and 911 calls show the police response to one of the deadliest school shootings in the US.

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4.4 magnitude earthquake hits Los Angeles area

The epicentre hit near Highland Park, a neighbourhood in Los Angeles County not far from the famous Hollywood sign.

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Thousands evacuated as wildfires reach Athens

Thousands have to leave their homes as fires reach the suburbs of the Greek capital.

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'On verge of an explosion': Policeman's killing part of spiralling West Bank violence

More than 600 Palestinians and at least 17 Israelis have been killed in the West Bank since October.

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Man seen climbing Eiffel Tower above Olympic rings

Man seen climbing Eiffel Tower above Olympic rings

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Residents flee Greek wildfire as heatwave persists

Forty fires have broken out in Greece since Saturday, with firefighters still battling seven.

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Man's viral sanding videos helped turn life around

Danny Stenhouse says he hopes his success will inspire others.

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Trolling of viral Olympics breaker 'disappointing'

Rachael Gunn failed to score a single point with the judges as she lost all three of her breaking round-robin battles.

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Does Japan's megaquake alert mean the 'big one' is coming?

An alert issued this week has caught the attention of a country used to earthquake warnings.

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Five Olympic moments from Paris you won't have seen on TV

The fans have provided plenty of non-sporting highlights with their passion, patriotism - and peculiarity.

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Plane crash in Brazil's São Paulo state kills all 62 on board

The passenger plane came down in the town of Vinhedo, Brazilian airline Voepass says.

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What we know about military records of Walz and Vance

Walz's military record has been under scrutiny after a series of claims made by veterans and leading Republicans.

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Hunter Biden allegedly paid in Romanian 'influence' plot

The president's son is charged with evading taxes while spending millions on a lavish lifestyle.

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Australian hockey player 'sorry' after Paris cocaine arrest

A member of Australia's hockey team is arrested in Paris and is in custody for allegedly buying cocaine.

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Taylor Swift Vienna concerts cancelled after attack threat

The cancellations follow the arrest of two people suspected of planning attacks.

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Two held in Vienna over Taylor Swift concert threat

Security measures at the singer's gigs are tightened after the arrest of two people suspected of planning attacks.

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Florida's streets become rivers as Storm Debby moves north

At least six people have died in Florida and Georgia after the hurricane slammed Florida's Gulf Coast.

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Hamas names Yahya Sinwar as new overall leader

Hamas has named Yahya Sinwar as its new political chief, replacing Ismail Haniyeh who was killed last week.

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US personnel injured in attack on airbase in Iraq

The attack comes as the US warns the Middle East is at a critical moment after the killings of Hamas and Hezbollah senior leaders.

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Google's monopoly of online searches is illegal, US judge rules

The decision could reshape how technology giants do business in the future.

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Somali police seize hundreds of veils amid security fears

Security forces in Somalia's Jubaland state are waging a "fight" against the niqab, a police boss says.

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France's record haul & 100m fine margins - day nine in Paris

Great Britain add another four medals to their Paris 2024 tally, France break their own record, while Noah Lyles took men's 100m gold.

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'Betrayal': Detained US teacher's sister upset Russia prisoner swap left him out

Marc Fogel, 63, is serving a 14-year prison sentence in Russia and was excluded from the prisoner swap.

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Belgium out of triathlon relay as athlete falls ill

Belgium pull out of the team triathlon event after one of their athletes falls ill.

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Casualties after third Israeli strike on school in a week

Rescuers in Gaza say most of the dead were women and children, but Israel insists it targeted Hamas.

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World's biggest iceberg spins in ocean trap

A frozen block of ice far bigger than Greater London is captured in a vast pool of rotating water.

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Snoop Dogg: America's cheerleader at the Olympics

NBC hired Snoop Dogg as a special correspondent, but he has shown up for US athletes at the Olympics.

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Venezuela opposition leader emerges despite arrest threat

Maria Corina Machado appears at a protest in Caracas, defying threats of arrest from President Maduro.

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US urges citizens to leave Lebanon on 'any available ticket'

The UK also told citizens to leave “while commercial flights are running.”

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Justin Timberlake licence suspended in drink-driving case

Timberlake was in Belgium during the virtual court hearing, answering "yes" to questions from the judge.

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Greg Laurie on What Olympics, Effort to 'Mock God' Reveal About Culture: 'Everything's Upside Down'

Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, California, believes the strange events surrounding the Olympics this year have presented “a microcosm of what’s not right in the world today.”

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Kamala Harris formally chosen as Democratic nominee

The US vice-president becomes the first black woman to be nominated by a major political party.

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Toddler rescued after falling down 10-ft pipe

A 14-month-old boy has been rescued after falling down a 10-ft (3m) pipe while playing outside his home.

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Hezbollah leader says conflict with Israel in 'new phase' after killings

The killing of Hezbollah and Hamas leaders crossed "red lines", Hassan Nasrallah says, but he stops short of declaring all-out war.

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Russian prisoners arrive in Moscow following swap

The former prisoners have been greeted by President Vladimir Putin as they walk out of the plane.

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Russia TV shows freed prisoners board plane after swap

Americans Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan are shown being escorted by officers at an undisclosed location.

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