Trump's tariffs hit China hard before - this time, it's ready

Trump has threatened a 10% levy from 1 February - but his campaign included 60% tariffs against Chinese imports.

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Canada, Mexico and China face tariffs on Saturday, White House says

Canadian oil will be hit with a lower levy of 10%, likely by mid-February, President Trump says.

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At least 700 killed in DR Congo fighting since Sunday - UN

The UN estimates another 2,800 were injured as M23 rebels captured the eastern city of Goma.

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Ukraine says North Koreans may have pulled out of front line

Western officials say North Koreans have suffered heavy losses since being sent to fight for Russia.

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Combative Trump takes aim at diversity policies after air tragedy

The president started as "consoler-in-chief" as he addressed the nation, but quickly pivoted into political blame, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.

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Palestinian born after father was jailed hugs him for first time

There were jubilant scenes in the West Bank as more Palestinians were released on Thursday.

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Eight Israeli and Thai hostages released from Gaza

Israel freed 110 Palestinian prisoners from its jails - prompting scenes of celebration in Ramallah.

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Three military-run states leave West African bloc - what will change?

In a huge blow to Ecowas, Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger are leaving to forge ahead with their own group.

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Doomsday Clock moved closest ever to destruction

The symbolic clock is set at 89 seconds to midnight, with nuclear threats, AI misuses and climate change being the key factors.

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Israel says Netanyahu invited to meet Trump at White House next week

The 4 February meeting would come after comments from Trump on relocating Palestinians to Egypt and Jordan.

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Danish PM in whirlwind EU trip as Greenland unease grows

The Danish PM's tour of three capitals betrayed the nervousness felt in Denmark over Trump's repeated comments.

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Backlash in Kenya over livestock vaccines and belching cows

Why there is growing scepticism in Kenya over a plan to vaccinate the national herd.

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Denmark to spend billions more on Arctic security

The move comes after President Donald Trump said he wants to acquire Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory.

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Three children drown every day in India's wetlands. But mothers are fighting back

Mothers in the harsh Sundarbans delta are battling the rising tide of child drownings.

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Six hostages to be freed and Gazans to be allowed north - Israel

The hostages include Arbel Yehud - the civilian at the centre of a row which has led to Israel blocking the return of Gazans to northern Gaza.

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My opponents choose jail and exile, Lukashenko tells BBC

On election day, the unchallenged Belarus leader exchanges arguments with the BBC Russia editor.

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Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Colombia as deported migrant flights denied

It comes after Colombian President Gustavo Petro denied entry on Colombian soil of US military planes carrying deported migrants.

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200 Palestinian prisoners released to jubilant scenes in West Bank

The prisoners were released in exchange for four female hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.

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Trump fires at least a dozen government watchdogs

Democrats described Trump's late-night firing of the federal agency inspectors general as an 'attack on Democracy'.

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Palestinians' return on hold as Israel accuses Hamas of breaching truce deal

Israel says it will not open a key road until plans are in place for the release of an Israeli civilian.

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Rig disaster families welcome critical study

The families of those killed are reacting to a new report which found they were failed.

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US issues pause on foreign aid, leaked memo says

The State Department notice appears to affect everything from development assistance to military aid.

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Slovak opposition protests as PM Fico warns of coup

Tens of thousands come onto the streets, as Robert Fico threatens to deport foreigners he says are fomenting a coup.

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Bulgarian woman based in UK denies spying for Russia

Katrin Ivanova denied knowing that information she gathered would be sent to Moscow.

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Abductions spark fears of a return to Kenya's dark past

"I was scared he had come to beat me or finish me off," a government critic tells the BBC about his ordeal.

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Afghan refugees feel 'betrayed' by Trump order blocking move to US

Several Afghans tell the BBC the US has "turned its back" on them, despite years of working alongside Americans in Afghanistan.

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US government workers told to report DEI efforts or face 'consequences'

Government employees received emails threatening "consequences" if they did not report DEI work to the White House.

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Purdue and Sackler family agree $7.4bn opioid settlement

Under the terms, the opioid maker agreed to pay $900m, and the family behind it agreed to pay up to $6.5bn.

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'We have been ready for so long': Thailand legalises same-sex marriage

It means LGBT couples now have the same rights as any other couple - the culmination of a decades-long campaign.

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New fast-growing wildfire erupts near Los Angeles

The out-of-control blaze has grown to more than 5,000 acres in just two hours fuelled by strong winds.

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Trump tells Putin to end 'ridiculous war' in Ukraine or face new sanctions

The US president says he is offering Moscow a "big favour" by helping Russia and Ukraine reach a deal.

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BBC Verify: Can Donald Trump really rename the Gulf of Mexico?

The new US President wants to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. How would that work?

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Ukrainian chief army psychiatrist arrested on $1m corruption charge

The man owned several properties as well as four BMW luxury cars, the Ukrainian security service said.

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'In every street there are dead': Gaza rescuers reckon with scale of destruction

Gaza's Civil Defence agency said it feared there were more than 10,000 bodies still buried under rubble.

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Donald Trump promises 'golden age' in first speech as 47th US President

The US president spoke about his plans for the second Trump administration, as well as criticising the 'corrupt establishment'.

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Influencers, tech bros, MMA fighters: Trump's inauguration guests

The inauguration guestlist features unlikely names including MMA fighter Conor McGregor and influencer Jake Paul.

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Watch: Three freed Israeli hostages arrive in Israel

Doron Steinbrecher, 31, Emily Damari, 28, and Romi Gonen, 24, were seen getting out of a Red Cross vehicle, in footage released by the Israeli Defense Forces.

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Thousands protest in Washington DC ahead of Trump inauguration

Thousands of people joined in on demonstrations as the United States prepares to inaugurate its new president.

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Fuel tanker explosion kills dozens of people in Nigeria

People had rushed to collect fuel from the tanker after it overturned in a crash.

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Trump illegal migrant raids to start on day one

Tom Homan, the incoming "border tsar", has promised a big raid on illegal immigrants in Chicago and elsewhere.

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'Once-in-a-century' discovery reveals spectacular luxury of Pompeii

A huge private bathhouse is found after lying hidden for 2,000 years under volcanic rock and ash.

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'War will last as long as Russia does': Ukrainian talk of victory fades as Trump returns

Those fighting for Ukraine and those who have lost loved ones hope to end the war with Russia on their own terms.

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Russia and Iran move to strengthen military ties

The two countries sign a 20-year treaty covering areas ranging from defence and technology to energy and trade.

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Bowen: Long-overdue ceasefire may stop the killing but won't end the conflict

The truce should get Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners home, but the conflict remains as bitter as ever.

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Film director David Lynch dies at 78, family says

The Oscar-nominated writer and filmmaker is famous for the film Mulholland Drive and the TV series Twin Peaks.

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Ghanaian music legend who founded Afro-rock band Osibisa dies

Osibisa was one of the first African bands to gain international recognition, in the 1970s.

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Watch: Huge clouds of water and fire retardant dumped on LA wildfires

Fire crews have been dropping water and fire retardant on blazes around Los Angeles since last week.

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Why India is reaching out to the Taliban now

Last week, India’s top diplomat met a senior Taliban minister, the highest-level engagement since Kabul's fall.

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Five takeaways from Trump defence pick Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing

For more than four hours, Hegseth faced questions about his ability to run the defence department, including its three million employees and massive budget.

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Palestinians and Israelis dare to hope as Gaza deal reportedly close

Mediator Qatar says there are no major issues blocking a ceasefire and hostage release agreement.

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US to remove Cuba from state sponsors of terror list

President Biden moves to reverse the designation introduced by Donald Trump before he returns to office.

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Ghana to investigate controversial $400m cathedral project

Critics say the money could be put to better use in at a time when the country is struggling economically.

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The truth behind your £10 dress: Inside the Chinese factories fuelling Shein's success

Workers making clothes for the fast fashion giant tell the BBC they labour for up to 75 hours a week.

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Canada the 51st US state? Trudeau says 'not going to happen'

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canadians are "very, very proud of being Canadian".

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Zelensky offers exchange of North Korean soldiers

Ukraine's president adds that "for those North Korean soldiers who do not wish to return, there may be other options".

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Austrian woman kidnapped by unknown assailants in Niger

The woman has lived in Niger for over two decades and is a fixture in her community, reports say.

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'I got death threats when men thought I put feminist gesture in video game'

Young male gamers thought it resembled a gesture used by a radical feminist community to poke fun at the size of men’s penises.

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Jack Smith resigns from Justice Department

His exit comes amid a dispute over his report into Donald Trump's handling of classified documents.

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Dozens injured after Strasbourg tram collision

Two trams collide at the French city's main train station, a prefecture spokesperson says.

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The Maths Queen with a quantum mission to mentor girls

Dr Angela Tabiri wants more African girls and women from less privileged backgrounds to study maths.

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In court with the '9/11 mastermind', two decades after his arrest

Legal disputes leave Khalid Sheikh Mohammed in limbo as the population dwindles at Guantanamo Bay

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Meta axes diversity programmes joining US corporate rollback

It joins Walmart, McDonald's and other companies in a similar move regarding diversity efforts since Trump's re-election.

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Passengers evacuate plane on snowy tarmac amid storm

The Delta flight, with more than 200 passengers on board, was suspended shortly after takeoff due to engine issues.

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The '9/11 mastermind' wants to plead guilty. Why is the US trying to stop him?

The accused mastermind of the 9/11 terror attacks will no longer plead guilty on Friday, after the US government objected.

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Residents return to burned homes as LA fires rage on

Families are assessing the damage to their properties and communities as some of the fires are 0% contained.

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Danes struggle with response to Trump Greenland threat

Copenhagen's grey winter skies match the mood among politicians and business leaders in the face of a crisis.

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Jailed Belarus opposition figure seen for first time in months

Viktor Babaryko was arrested in 2020 after challenging authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenko at the polls.

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Ros Atkins on...Trump's threats to Greenland

The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins takes a look at why President-elect Donald Trump is talking about annexing Greenland.

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BBC reporter surrounded by LA fire destruction

Emma Vardy assesses the damage along Pacific Coast Highway, as winds continue to worsen the fires in the area.

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Explosive fertiliser in Ivory Coast harbour nothing to fear, officials say

Abidjan residents and environmentalists raise concerns after part of the same shipment was dumped in the UK.

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Europe leaders criticise Musk attacks

Although some of Europe's leaders have found favour with the billionaire, others are worried by his interventions.

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Trump threatens 'very high' tariffs on Denmark over Greenland

In a rambling news conference, the president-elect also repeated the idea of the US taking over Canada and the Panama Canal.

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Trump asks court to postpone sentencing ahead of inauguration

Trump's lawyers said they would appeal the decision as sentencing in his New York criminal case looms

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Apple says it will update AI feature after BBC complaint

One of Apple's new artificial intelligence feature is facing criticism for generating inaccurate news alerts.

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Why the Trudeau era has come to an end now

A self-described fighter, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ignored calls for him to step down - until he couldn't.

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Hamas lists 34 hostages it may free under ceasefire

The list is released as new Israeli air strikes kill dozens in Gaza over the weekend.

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Saving a species: The slow return of the Iberian lynx

After edging close to extinction, there are now some 2,000 Iberian lynxes in Spain and Portugal.

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Channel migrants: The real reason so many are fleeing Vietnam

More Vietnamese attempted small-boat crossings in early 2024 than any other nationality - what makes them risk this dangerous journey?

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New Orleans attacker wore Meta smart glasses - what else do we know?

He placed explosives in the area before changing clothes and driving into pedestrians.

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Austria's chancellor to quit as coalition talks collapse

Karl Nehammer says he will resign in the coming days after talks on forming a government without the far right break up.

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The year China's famous road-tripping 'auntie' found freedom

Su Min, 60, became a feminist icon after she left her abusive husband and started travelling through China.

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Watch: Michael J Fox, Bono and Anna Wintour awarded Medal of Freedom

President Joe Biden gave the US's highest civilian honour to 19 people, including Denzel Washington and Hillary Clinton.

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Washington Post cartoonist quits after Bezos satire is rejected

The newspaper decided not to run Ann Telnaes' cartoon of tycoons kneeling before Donald Trump.

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Last hope for Indian nurse on death row in Yemen: pardon from victim's family

Time is running out for Nimisha Priya, who was convicted for the murder of a Yemeni man in 2017.

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Johnson re-elected as House Speaker in razor-tight margin

Republican Mike Johnson could only lose two votes from his own party in his bid for speaker re-election, and he nearly did.

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China's overqualified youth taking jobs as drivers, labourers and film extras

With high youth unemployment rates, Chinese graduates are resorting to working as waiters, cleaners and movie extras.

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Trump to be sentenced over hush money case but judge signals no jail time

Trump had attempted to use his presidential election victory to dismiss the case against him.

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Watch: Mixed emotions as people return to street of New Orleans attack

As businesses and bars re-open, the BBC's Carl Nasman talks to people returning to Bourbon Street.

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Rosita Missoni, co-founder of Italian label, dies aged 93

Lombardy's president, who confirmed the news, says Missoni's death is "a great loss for Italy".

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Person in exploded Cybertruck believed to be elite soldier

Las Vegas police said the person found in the burned vehicle is believed to be US Green Beret Matthew Livelsberger.

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Watch: How day of deadly New Orleans attack unfolded

The FBI is investigating after a man drove a truck into a crowded party district, killing 15 and injuring dozens.

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Police probing cybertruck explosion at Trump Las Vegas hotel

The driver was killed and seven people were injured in the explosion, police said without naming any suspects.

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