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BBC News • Aug 3, 2026

Massive Attack respond after Singapore ban over Palestine display

The UK band says they are "surprised and disappointed" by their treatment over shouting "free Palestine" at a concert there.

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BBC News • Aug 3, 2026

Malaysian boy on trial for allegedly murdering girl in school

The high-profile case has shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about the effect of social media on children.

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BBC News • Aug 3, 2026

Outside the Moscow restaurant where bomb killed three

The BBC's Russia editor reports from Kudrinskaya Square, where the blast took place.

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BBC News • Aug 3, 2026

'My only son was shot standing up for justice' - inside city gripped by deadly protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir

The BBC gains unique access to Rawalakot, scene of violent clashes between security forces and protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

At least 13 killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza after Hamas agree disarmament deal

Israel says it was targeting military operatives in the strikes on Gaza City, Khan Younis and Deir el-Balah.

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

Ukraine says major Russian oil refinery and airfield hit, as Moscow reports eight deaths

Russia's military says it attacked Ukraine's ports and vessels in the Black Sea overnight.

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

Two crew killed after firefighting helicopters collide in Greece, as British pilot survives

One Danish and one Greek national died in the incident, while a British pilot and another Greek crew member survived.

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

Five dead, 41 missing, after Indonesia ferry catches fire

The vessel with at least 250 people on board caught fire off Madura island.

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

Man admits killing British woman found in suitcase, Greek police say

The man was arrested on suspicion of killing 38-year-old Elisabeth-Jane Ross, as well as robbery and weapons offences.

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

Peak District's rebrand deal brings in cash - but also criticism

After the Peak District signed a brand deal with Skoda, could other national parks follow suit?

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

Russian ship defies sanctions to send military vehicles to Mali

The ship carried armoured personnel carriers and trucks through the English Channel to Africa, satellite images show.

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

How Spain's migrant crisis created a political storm - whipped up by social media

The Ceuta crossings have shaken Europe politically, exposing divisions over the sensitive issue of migration, the BBC's Sarah Rainsford writes.

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

Tourist plane crashes in Peru, killing 13

The small plane was flying over the Nazca Lines ​archaeological site when it crashed, according to local reports.

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

Three killed after bomb detonated at Moscow restaurant, state media say

Security officials said a woman tried to enter the restaurant with explosives but was stopped by a security guard.

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BBC News • Aug 2, 2026

Young guns for hire - the teenage hitmen recruited to kill across Europe

The Foxtrot Network is thought to be responsible for about 35 murders in Europe, and uses violence-as-a-service tactics.

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BBC News • Aug 1, 2026

Spain attacks 'selfish' response of some EU countries to Ceuta migrant crossings

Italy has temporarily suspended the Schengen arrangement with Spain as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called scenes in Ceuta "shocking".

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BBC News • Aug 1, 2026

Russian strikes on Kyiv kill at least four, Ukraine officials say

The attack comes as Russia escalates deadly ballistic missile attacks on the Ukrainian capital.

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BBC News • Aug 1, 2026

He bought a fitness supplement online to bulk up, but ended up losing his mind

Daniel Murphy went into psychosis after taking missold drugs which had been mixed with steroids.

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BBC News • Aug 1, 2026

The Papers: 'Spanish border crisis' and 'iron chancellor'

The crossing of 60,000 migrants into the Spanish North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco is featured prominently across Saturday's papers.

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BBC News • Aug 1, 2026

India's 'cockroach' protesters have wounds consistent with pellet-gun fire, say experts

Ballistic experts say the dozens of tiny round punctures are tell-tale signs of pellet gun injuries.

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BBC News • Jul 31, 2026

The local girls preparing to take on Liverpool and Manchester United

Players at the fifth edition of the Girls' Super Cup NI say playing top teams is only making them better.

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BBC News • Jul 31, 2026

What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta?

An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.

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BBC News • Jul 31, 2026

Infantino on the brink? Who might replace him if he goes?

Fifa president Gianni Infantino is in the eye of a storm after his attempt to sell stakes in the World Cup. If he goes, who comes in?

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BBC News • Jul 31, 2026

Police release Nancy Guthrie ransom notes in latest bid to find kidnappers

Investigators hope the notes' "distinct linguistic characteristics" may be recognised by a member of the public.

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