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Norway's new king takes oath as mourners pay respects to his late father
Norway's new King takes the first major step of his reign as his father, the late King Harald V, lies in state at the Royal Palace.

Can Ancient Ruins Be Protected From Wildfires? Greece Is Trying.
As blazes surge across Europe, the country is making a trade-off to protect its heritage by fireproofing sites at the risk of spoiling the surrounding landscape.

Lionel Messi’s Retirement From Soccer Sparks Heartbreak Across Argentina
Lionel Messi’s retirement from the national soccer team, though widely expected, sparked fears of a diminished squad, and heartbreak over the departure of a national icon.

A Factory in Rural Ireland Is at the Center of a Dispute Over Russia
Alumina processed at a refinery in County Limerick may be feeding Russia’s war in Ukraine, an investigation suggested. There is little agreement on what to do about it.

Thai resort prepares to host USS Abraham Lincoln sailors after more than 270 days at sea
Security stepped up in Pattaya before arrival of thousands of sailors and marines whose deployment was extended due to US war in IranAuthorities in the Thai resort city of Pattaya have stepped up security as they prepare…

‘The mountains are changing’: What the floods tell us about the future of India’s Himalayas
As families await news of missing loved ones, the disaster is a stark reminder of how the climate crisis is creating a fast-growing threat. Plus, the town considered India’s ‘Jurassic Park’• Don’t get This is India deliv…

Flock's rapidly expanding AI surveillance network facing growing backlash in US
BBC Verify examines the expanding network of Flock cameras in the US and the backlash against it.

'I've never been to Afghanistan': Six million deportees forced to start over under the Taliban
As of August, the number forced to return this year from Pakistan and Iran had reached another million.

Your Iran Questions, Answered
Today, we hand the mic over to reporters covering diplomacy, the White House, the Middle East and more.

Watch: Moment Duane 'Keffe D' Davis is found guilty of Tupac Shakur's murder
The rapper's killing became one of popular culture's great mysteries, with countless theories but no arrests until 2023.

Expedia Fights Off Claim for Damages by Cuban Exile Families
A jury in Florida found that in their suit against the travel booking company, the plaintiffs had failed to prove ownership over tourism properties in Cuba.

‘The Nest of Snakes’: Warring Cartels Target Women in Mexico
A two-year war between rival Sinaloa Cartel factions is driving a surge in killings and disappearances targeting women.

Israel and Greece Reach $3.5 Billion Defense Deal
Despite the growing diplomatic isolation of the government, the agreement makes clear that the Israeli defense industry is still finding considerable demand abroad.

A Principal Saved 900 Students Before His School Was Washed Away in Nepal
Rajendra Dawadi had less than 15 minutes to act on a warning of approaching floodwaters. His swift evacuation plan saved hundreds of lives.

Ukrainian Drone Mastermind, Fired by Kyiv, Will Advise Italy’s Defense Chief
The appointment of Mykhailo Fedorov, a Ukrainian former defense minister, showed how other militaries are racing to adapt to battlefield changes accelerated by the war in Ukraine.

Spanish Leader Says 5,000 Migrants Are Still in Ceuta, Weeks After Border Surge
Their continued presence has roiled the Spanish territory in Africa and heaped pressure on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.

South African airline defends dramatic low-level flyby before rugby union clash
Cape Town stunt sparks major debate over safety risksAirlink insists flyby conducted according to regulationsA pre-game stunt involving two passenger jets flying dramatically low over a stadium in South Africa drew huge …

Man Arrested in Switzerland After Deadly Shooting at Rave
The suspect, a 43-year-old Swiss citizen, was taken into custody early on Monday, the police said.

Countries legally obliged to consider slavery reparations, says UN committee
Guidance says states must implement ‘comprehensive measures’ to address legacy of racial discriminationA UN committee has said countries are legally obliged to consider reparations for the transatlantic slave trade and t…

Morocco not to blame for Ceuta border breach, says Spanish PM
Pedro Sánchez says two countries cooperating and accuses Israel and Russia of spreading fake news about migrationSpain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, has said there is no evidence to suggest the Moroccan government was…