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'Brain injury stole my daughter'
Bella, from Ingleby Barwick, had been healthy until she contracted Covid-19 aged 17, her mum says.
School will crumble without repairs - teachers
School leaders are calling for support to make repairs to the Grade II-listed building.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,093
Here are the key developments on the 1,093rd day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Musk vows to ‘fix’ X after polls show high support for Ukraine’s Zelenskyy
Tesla and SpaceX CEO claims his social media platform's fact-checking tool is being 'gamed' by governments and media.
Israel targets occupied West Bank after bus blasts near Tel Aviv
Three empty buses exploded on Thursday evening while Israeli police found two more undetonated bombs.
VOA Mandarin: How will China help developing countries promote AI?
After China’s DeepSeek gained global recognition, some argue that the U.S.-China rivalry in AI may be upended. In addition, the Chinese Communist Party is actively offering to help developing countries strengthen their AI capacity building. Observers said that China is selling its AI software to targeted regions, which can challenge U.S. AI and serve as a strategy for Chinese companies to get more business overseas.
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US Senate confirms Kash Patel for a 10-year term to lead the FBI
Two Republicans voted against Patel, citing questions about how his 'political activities' may affect his leadership.
Three buses explode in Israel’s Bat Yam
Three explosions took place on empty buses in separate car parks near Tel Aviv in the city of Bat Yam.
Video: Red Cross buries 18 bodies in mass grave amid Bukavu clashes
After clashes in Bukavu between armed groups including the M23 Rebels, the remains of some of the victims were buried.
US official demands Zelenskyy return to talks over critical minerals deal
White House national security adviser Mike Waltz also criticises Kyiv over 'insults' to US president.
Can the relationship between the US and Ukraine be saved?
Donald Trump launches tirade against Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Canada faces lawsuit over delays in Gaza visa programme
Palestinian families are suing Canada over visa delays they say leave people at risk of life-threatening harms in Gaza.
US sanctions Rwanda minister over DRC fighting
Rwanda is facing international backlash for allegedly backing M23 rebels in DR Congo, an accusation it denies.
US switches stance on Ukraine war, seeking $500bn in payback
A war of words has broken out between Trump and Zelenskyy, while Europe feels the US is no longer a dependable ally.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India’s Gill steers nervy win against Bangladesh
Opener Shubman Gill carries his bat with a century to lead India to victory against spirited Bangladesh in Dubai.
Bulldozers and trucks carrying mobile homes seen entering Gaza
Bulldozers, building materials and housing units have been seen at the Rafah crossing.
Pope’s supporters gather outside hospital over health concerns
Supporters of Pope Francis gathered outside Rome’s Gemelli Hospital to pay tribute to the 88-year-old.
South Africa urges cooperation at G20 meeting amid tensions over Ukraine
President Cyril Ramaphosa tells grouping international law is key to solving world crises.
Malcolm X assassinated 60 years ago redux
The Nation of Islam minister was a polarising figure who advocated for Black separatism, self-defence and cultural pride
Marco Rubio: A traditionalist hawk in the age of Trump
The 'might makes right' worldview and ambitions that drive the top US diplomat spearheading Trump's foreign policy.