The Iranian rial hit a record low against the US dollar on Sunday, prompting shopkeepers in Tehran to stage protests,…
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French right pushes for national tribute to film star Brigitte Bardot
A petition for a national homage to Brigitte Bardot – who died on Sunday – attracts more than 23,000 signatures.
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Russia’s losses in Ukraine rise faster than ever as US pushes for peace deal
A steep rise in soldiers’ obituaries is documented by the BBC as part of its work in counting Russian war…
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Nepal to scrap ‘failed’ Mount Everest waste deposit scheme
Under the scheme, climbers paid a $4,000 deposit that was returned if they brought 8kg of waste down the mountain.
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Ukraine denies drone attack on Putin’s residence
Russia has accused Ukraine of targeting a presidential residence, which President Zelensky called “typical Russian lies”.
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US pledges $2bn for humanitarian aid, but tells UN ‘adapt or die’
The pledge was welcomed by the UN, but comes after previous major cuts to US funding for humanitarian operations.
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Thailand accuses Cambodia of breaking newly signed ceasefire deal
The ceasefire took effect at noon local time (05:00 GMT) on Saturday.
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John Simpson: ‘I’ve reported on 40 wars but I’ve never seen a year like 2025’
It has been a year of multiple major conflicts – and there are geopolitical implications of unparalleled importance
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Spaniards hurl flour, eggs and fireworks in mock battle
The annual food fight festival ”Els Enfarinats” has left the Spanish town of Ibi covered in flour and egg shells.
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French cinema actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91
The actress was a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s but became increasingly controversial after making homophobic and racist…
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