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Shock Le Pen verdict rocks French far right

The far-right figurehead has been barred from running for public office for five years, throwing her plans into disarray.

BBC Verify: What satellite images reveal about Myanmar's quake

Myanmar's military government says at least 2,000 people were killed in last week's 7.7 magnitude quake.

US deports more alleged gang members to El Salvador

Officials said 17 alleged criminals were deported despite a court order.

Roof ripped off home as severe storms and tornadoes hit central US

Several states have been hit with heavy rain, hail and damaging winds, with storms expected to continue in some areas through Thursday.

Russia still 'working with US' after Trump says he is 'angry' with Putin

In its first response to Trump's criticism of Putin, the Kremlin tried to play down the tensions between the two leaders.

Zimbabwe shuts down amid calls for protests

Many streets across Zimbabwe remained deserted and empty on the day of a planned protest.

Israel orders evacuation of southern Gaza city of Rafah

It is the biggest such order since Israel resumed its offensive in the Palestinian territory earlier this month.

Markets mixed as investors brace for Trump tariffs

The US president suggests the new import taxes he is set to announce this week will hit all countries.

Five Israeli men acquitted of rape charge in Cyprus

The woman told police she was sexually assaulted and raped by the five men in September, 2023.

Bodies of three missing US soldiers found in Lithuania

The search for a fourth soldier is ongoing in a swampy bog near PabradÄ—, where they were taking part in military drills.

At least five killed in explosion at Spanish mine

Four others were injured in the blast at the mine in Asturias, northern Spain.

Red Cross outraged over killing of medics by Israeli forces in Gaza

Six Civil Defence first responders and a UN employee were also killed in the incident in Rafah on 23 March.

Korean star Kim Soo-Hyun denies accusations by late actress' family

The South Korean star says he did not date his fellow actor when she was a minor.

Musk gives away $1m cheques ahead of Wisconsin's Supreme Court election

The state's attorney general tried to block the giveaway arguing it was an illegal bid to buy votes.

Wounded Palestinians dying over lack of supplies, US surgeon who worked in Gaza says

Dr Mark Perlmutter says doctors are working without soap, antibiotics or x-ray facilities, as Israel has resumed its offensive against Hamas.

Secret filming reveals brazen tactics of UK immigration scammers

An undercover BBC investigation exposes how rogue agents are exploiting a UK visa scheme.

Man tending grave probed for starting South Korea fires

The fire spread rapidly, killing 30 people and causing widespread damage.

'My Indian mum was willing to lose everything to support my trans identity'

A transgender woman who became the first to legally marry in India's Tamil Nadu state speaks of her mother's unwavering support.

What caused the Myanmar earthquake - and why did it make a tower in Bangkok collapse?

The size of the earthquake and the length of the fault line it occurred on contributed to the devastation.

Germany decides to leave history in the past and prepare for war

Russian aggression and US isolationism push a once hesitant Germany to invest heavily in defence.

Richard Chamberlain: Heartthrob king of the TV mini-series

Dashing American actor who was unrivalled in his ability to hold a television audience.

Trump wants India to buy US corn - but here's why it probably won't

India feeds over a billion people, yet low yields and poor infrastructure keep agriculture lagging.

In pictures: Eid celebrations around the world

Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the end of Ramadan.

Nurses cling on to newborn babies during earthquake

Friday's powerful earthquake in Myanmar was also felt in Ruili, a border city in neighbouring China.

'Nothing is left' - Myanmar's capital reels from earthquake

The BBC is in Myanmar's capital Nay Pyi Taw to see the destruction caused by the devastating earthquake.

Watch: Frozen trees snap in Ontario ice storm

Ice-coated trees and infrastructure caused hazardous conditions and left over 350,000 Canadians without power.

Rocket crashes back to Earth just moments after launch in Norway

The Spectrum rocket's first test flight lasted 30 seconds but researchers say it will still provide useful data.

Stolen truck collides with vehicles during California police chase

Ariel footage shows the stolen work truck crashing into multiple vehicles while attempting to evade police in Southern California.

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