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Earthquake is devastating blow to Venezuela at time of uncertainty

The twin quakes come less than six months after Venezuela's then-leader Nicolás Maduro was seized by US forces.

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Venezuela earthquakes live: At least 188 dead as rescue efforts intensify

Venezuelans battle to rescue loved ones trapped alive beneath rubble of collapsed buildings after two major earthquakes.

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People flee as building collapses on Caracas outskirts

The capital and its surrounding areas have seen some of the worst damage from the 7.2 and 7.5 quakes, which hit a minute apart.

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WNBA: Alyssa Thomas suspended one game for fist into Cailtin Clark’s throat

Both players were on the floor when Thomas pushed her fist into Clark's throat before getting up and stepping over her.

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France warns even young people's health at risk as Europe's heatwave shifts east

Temperatures in Germany could hit 40C in some areas while French officials say deaths linked to the heat are being seen among young people.

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Venezuela rescue teams race to find earthquake survivors

Rescue teams raced to find survivors and recover bodies after twin earthquakes rocked Venezuela on Wednesday.

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UN pauses Strait of Hormuz evacuation plan after cargo ship attacked

The ship was reportedly struck by an "unknown projectile" near Oman but no casualties were reported.

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Economic losses mount as Venezuela earthquake death toll grows

Initial forecasts suggest damage could cost as much as 7 percent of the South American nation's GDP.

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Women alleging rape and sexual assault in France call to abolish statute of limitations

More than 50 women are calling for the abolition of the statute of limitations which they say has prevented them seeking justice.

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UN agency pauses Hormuz ship evacuation initiative after vessel attacked

Iran warns vessels to use only Tehran-approved routes as IMO halts Hormuz evacuation after ship struck.

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Supreme Court allows Trump to end protected status for Haitian and Syrian immigrants

The ruling opens the path for the Trump administration to deport hundreds of thousands of immigrants who have been living in the US for years.

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Venezuela quake leaves La Guaira in almost total devastation

La Guaira, the region hardest hit by two earthquakes in Venezuela, has been left devastated.

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Trump asks Congress for billions for Iran war, after tension with Republicans

But the budget faces an uphill battle as the president spars with some members of his own party over the issue.

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Dutch fans party in Kansas City ahead of World Cup clash with Tunisia

Netherlands supporters got the party going in Kansas City, US ahead of their final group stage game against Tunisia.

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Families lay flowers on barbed wire barricade on anniversary of deadly Kenya protests

Protesters demand justice for the dozens killed during the 2024 demonstrations and last year's anniversary protests.

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Netanyahu: ‘We will remain in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza as long as required’

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces will maintain a presence in southern Lebanon, Syria and Gaza.

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Ryanair says it will reluctantly not charge parents to sit next to children

The airline had typically charged adults a fee of £8 each way to sit with their young children.

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Ashura ceremonies intertwine faith and support for state in Iran

State-backed Ashura events showcase leaders killed by US, Israel, seen as martyrs in the mould of Imam Hussein.

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Oil price falls back to pre-Iran war levels

Signs that traffic through the key Strait of Hormuz shipping route is gradually resuming has helped to push the oil price down.

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Kenya’s Kandie gets seven-year ban for doping violations

Kibiwott Kandie initially faced an eight-year ban split evenly across two violations, but received a one-year reduction.

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Key figure in South Africa police corruption scandal pleads guilty

Prosecutors say Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala could provide evidence against "high-ranking officials".

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Has Marco Rubio’s tour of the Gulf reassured US allies?

The US secretary of state tells Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states that the Iran deal will ensure their security.

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‘Truly terrifying’: Caracas confronts the aftermath of Venezuela earthquake

Devastated residents recall the moment when they experienced the twin earthquakes that toppled buildings and killed 188.

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Philippines bans video game played by alleged high school shooter

The rare school shooting that left three students killed and 20 others injured has shocked the country.

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Kenya arrests more than 350 as people mark anniversary of deadly protests

Demonstrators mark the second anniversary of a 2024 protest where 60 people were killed by security forces.

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Bedouins protest Israel’s home demolition policy in the Negev desert

Bedouins protest Israel’s home demolition policy in the Negev desert

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Independent MPs launch new Australian centrist party

Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender say Community Strong Australia will offer citizens 'reason over rage'.

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Krieg: For Iran control of the Strait of Hormuz is about the spoils of war

Andreas Krieg said Iran possesses sufficient geographic and military leverage in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Clean sweep for Mamdani-backed candidates in New York's Democratic primary

Brad Lander unseats Dan Goldman in a race that laid bare the city's divisions over the Israel-Gaza war.

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‘Concrete breaking off walls’: Survivors describe Venezuela’s earthquakes

The Venezuelan government has loosened restrictions on social media as residents search for missing loved ones.

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Air conditioning creates political divide after France records hottest day

France is being forced to re-think its longstanding reservations about air-conditioning as temperatures soar.

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Russia set to return to FIFA competition at inaugural U-15 World Cup

FIFA's inaugural U-15 World Cup in October is opened to all of its member associates, paving way for Russia's return.

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Biggest city in Crimea without power after Ukraine strikes

Sevastopol's Moscow-installed governor warns there will be no electricity in some areas until the evening.

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US Supreme Court scales back Roundup cancer lawsuits in victory for company

More than 100,000 plaintiffs had filed cases in US state and federal courts alleging cancer link to weedkiller Roundup.

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UN nuclear chief says inspectors will visit Iran sites as part of war deal

Rafael Grossi says the IAEA is "working on modalities" but an Iranian minister says such access would only be part of a final deal with the US.

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Ukrainian attack on Crimea kills five, Russian officials say

Attacks continue on the ground as Moscow expels Romania’s consul general in a tit-for-tat move.

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Could a Madison Square Garden wedding be the love story of Taylor Swift's wildest dreams?

Officials confirmed someone applied for a permit to close the streets near Madison Square Garden on 4 July.

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Pragmatic choice: Israel’s war backfires as Gulf backs US-Iran deal

A war meant to isolate Iran instead deepened Gulf pragmatism and strengthened support for diplomacy.

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The ICE raids are over, but some Minnesotans say they still live in fear

Months after the Trump administration's immigration crackdown officially ended, Minneapolis is still feeling the impact.

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How the HPV vaccine changes how we think about cancer

Al Jazeera’s Linh Nguyen explains how the HPV vaccine changes the way we think about cancer.

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This Indian state is trying to ensure no one grows old alone

Kerala is searching for new ways to care for its ageing population as migration leaves more elderly people living alone.

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Venezuela struggles to respond to devastating twin earthquakes

Noris Soto says authorities appear to lack a clear response plan in the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes.

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How to cope in a heatwave - according to you

From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat.

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Rubio: Gulf countries don’t support Strait of Hormuz tolls

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said all Gulf countries oppose a toll in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Find out which university degrees could earn you most across your lifetime

New data suggests which university degrees have the highest and lowest financial returns over a lifetime.

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Israeli forces shoot and kill Palestinians in occupied West Bank, Gaza

The deaths come amid escalating Israeli military raids and settler attacks across the occupied territories.

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The woman who fought for Pakistan's disappeared men now faces life in jail

The Nobel Peace Prize nominee has spent years demanding answers about the missing in Balochistan province.

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US Supreme Court paves way for government to block asylum seekers at border

Liberal justices say the ruling 'circumvents' US law by allowing agents to prevent asylum seekers from filing a claim.

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Watch: Moment earthquakes hit airport and buildings in Caracas

Video filmed by BBC reporters, contributors and locals shows the aftermath, as frantic residents evacuate.

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Temperatures hit record levels in western Europe

France, Spain and Italy, have been hardest hit by the heatwave so far.

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'We're begging' - Savannah Guthrie pleads for help as details of her mother’s case emerge

Savannah Guthrie spoke on NBC's Today show about a note sent to the media in February regarding her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie, which claimed she had died.

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Why was JD Vance in a luxury Swiss resort for talks with Iran?

BBC correspondent Jessica Parker explains some key points of the direct talks between the US vice-president and Iran.

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