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Thousands of Epstein documents taken down after victims identified

The US Department of Justice faces criticism from victims after names and unredacted images included in latest release.

Clintons agree to testify in House Epstein probe

The couple will appear on two separate days in late February for a deposition after coming to an agreement with the House oversight committee.

Watch: BBC joins Colombian commandos fighting 'never-ending battle' against drug gangs

As the US and Colombian presidents meet, Orla Guerin joins a police unit tasked with finding and destroying jungle cocaine labs.

'I was thinking about mum': Boy, 13, swims for hours to save family swept out to sea

Austin Applebee recounts his 'superhuman' swim which saved the lives of his mother and siblings in Australia.

US says it shot down Iranian drone flying towards aircraft carrier

A US military spokesman says the drone was shot down while approaching an American vessel in the Arabian Sea.

Seven million cancers a year are preventable, says report

Scientists say there is a powerful opportunity to save lives because nearly 40% of cancers are preventable.

'Record number of missiles' hit Ukraine leaving thousands with no heating in -20C

The attack - which reportedly consisted of more than 70 missiles and 450 drones - comes after a so-called "energy truce" expired at the weekend.

France teacher fighting for life after knife attack by pupil

A 14-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing in a classroom on Tuesday.

Restored angel fresco resembling Italian PM Meloni sparks investigation

The artist has denied modelling the fresco on the prime minister.

Bus carrying pilgrims overturns in Brazil killing 15 on board

Three children are among those who died in the accident, which happened on the return leg of their journey.

Son of Norway's crown princess hears details of rape charges in tense trial for royal family

Marius Borg Høiby is accused of 38 charges including four counts of rape in one of the biggest cases in Norway for years.

X offices raided in France as UK opens fresh investigation into Grok

Elon Musk's X and Grok platforms are facing increased scrutiny from authorities on both sides of the channel.

Two arrested over attempted sabotage of German naval vessels

Two port workers are accused of trying to damage military ships, including by dumping gravel into an engine.

Chappell Roan says revealing Grammys outfit wasn't 'that outrageous'

The US pop star drew attention for her breast-baring chiffon Mugler dress at Sunday's ceremony.

Trump says Republicans 'should take over the voting' and 'nationalise' US elections

American elections are primarily run by state law, and voting is administered by local officials across the country.

No defect found in switch of jet grounded by Air India - regulator

The Boeing 787-8 jet was grounded after a pilot reported a possible issue with the fuel control switch.

Trump seeks $1bn in damages from Harvard

The announcement is the latest development in the White House's ongoing feud with the Ivy League institution.

Shanties in a Lagos lagoon: Bulldozed and burnt

Residents suspect the demolitions are aimed at gentrifying the waterfront in Nigeria's biggest city, but officials deny this.

Hope and uncertainty as India and US strike long-delayed trade deal

Indian industry has welcomed lower tariffs, but experts caution against celebration until details are clearer.

'Enemy' insults and questioning Putin: Steve Rosenberg on tightrope of reporting from Russia

The BBC's Russia editor reflects on the difficulties of working as a British journalist in Moscow.

Syria's only female minister pushes for change: 'I'm not here for window dressing'

The BBC's Lyse Doucet follows Hind Kabawat as she confronts the challenges of fragmented, post-Assad Syria.

Starbucks bets on robots to brew a turnaround in customers

Chief executive Brian Niccol explains why he thinks AI will help the coffee giant regain its buzz.

Three West African juntas have turned to Russia. Now the US wants to engage them

The US signals that restoring democracy is no longer a priority and it is ready to work with Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger.

India's snakebite crisis is killing tens of thousands every year

A new report has found that 99% of healthcare workers in India face challenges administering antivenom.

BBC on the front line with Colombia's war on drugs

BBC Senior international correspondent Orla Guerin joined a special operation over Colombia's cocaine heartland, tasked with destroying crude cocaine labs hidden deep in the jungle.

Watch: Why is no-one being prosecuted over the Epstein files?

Gary O'Donoghue looks at why no prosecutions have yet come from the release of millions of documents.

BBC reports from Oslo court ahead of rape trial of Crown Princess's son

Norway's royal family has been embroiled in recent scandals, including Crown Princess Mette-Marit links with Epstein.

'Pay and smile' - Rome visitors face Trevi Fountain charge

Italy's capital city has introduced a €2 fee to access the viewing area of its iconic fountain, which had previously been free to visit.

Watch: Snake at train station scares Sydney commuters

People were seen running away as soon as they came across the venomous snake.

Watch: Giant rat leads floating parade to kick off 2026 Venice Carnival

The grand opening took place on Sunday, with a variety of boats and floats making their way through the city's canals.

Watch: Frozen river hosts dance party in Kyiv

Residents in the Ukrainian capital are finding joy in unusual places, despite power cuts caused by Russian attacks and freezing winter temperatures.

Watch: Batman tells city council to not assist ICE at Super Bowl

The unidentified man dressed as Batman addressed Santa Clara city officials to condemn the city's position on cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.