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Trump tariffs trigger steepest US stocks drop since 2020 as China, EU vow to hit back
on 4 April 2025 at 00:59
Nike and Apple were among brands worst hit, but Trump maintained the US economy would ultimately "boom".
Hezbollah at crossroads after blows from war weaken group
on 4 April 2025 at 00:49
The BBC's Hugo Bachega explores the future for Hezbollah in the wake of Israel's devastating attacks.
Katya Adler: How will EU respond to Donald Trump's tariffs?
on 3 April 2025 at 23:55
The EU has enormous economic clout as the biggest single market in the world, but does not want to risk a backlash.
What is live shopping and will it take off?
on 3 April 2025 at 23:13
Big in Asia, live shopping involves brands putting on live shows to sell direct to shoppers.
Denmark and Greenland show united front against US 'annexation' threats
on 3 April 2025 at 22:22
The Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says the US "cannot annex other countries".
'Grateful and honoured': Tom Cruise pays tribute to Val Kilmer
on 3 April 2025 at 21:16
At CinemaCon in Las Vegas, Cruise led the crowd in a moment of silence to honour Kilmer.
Influencers 'new' threat to uncontacted tribes, warns group after US tourist arrest
on 3 April 2025 at 19:58
North Sentinel is home to a tribe that does not have contact with the outside world.
Israeli strike on Gaza City school kills 27, health ministry says
on 3 April 2025 at 19:26
Palestinian authorities say children were among the dead, while Israel says it hit a Hamas command-and-control centre.
Hungary withdraws from International Criminal Court during Netanyahu visit
on 3 April 2025 at 17:55
The move is announced hours after Israel's PM, who is sought under an ICC arrest warrant, arrives in Budapest for a state visit.
Europe hopes for Trump tariffs deal but prepares for the worst
on 3 April 2025 at 17:01
The EU's message is that it is ready to negotiate with the US but at the same time poised to hit back too.
Indonesia volcano eruption creates huge column of ash
on 3 April 2025 at 16:36
Mount Marapi erupted on Thursday, sending a column of ash towering into the sky.
iPhones, prices and Brexit: Your questions about tariffs answered
on 3 April 2025 at 16:36
Donald Trump slaps much of the world with a 10% baseline tariff while others face even higher rates. Our correspondents answer your questions.
World leaders criticise Trump tariffs as 'major blow'
on 3 April 2025 at 16:15
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says US tariffs will see "uncertainty spiral" as world leaders react to Trump's announcement.
Zambians protest over heinous child rape reports
on 3 April 2025 at 16:13
Protesters in Zambia call for a change in the law after heinous child rape reports.
Is South Africa's coalition government about to fall apart?
on 3 April 2025 at 13:56
The pro-business DA rejects the budget leaving the ANC to rely on other parties to get it passed in parliament.
Russia not on Trump's tariff list
on 3 April 2025 at 13:34
US media quotes the White House press secretary as saying this is because of sanctions on Moscow.
UK set to host 2035 Women's World Cup
on 3 April 2025 at 12:22
The home nations England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will likely be hosting the 2035 Women's World Cup as the only 'valid' bid.
How were Donald Trump's tariffs calculated?
on 3 April 2025 at 11:48
Analysts have questioned claims that new tariffs are reciprocal and based on those charged against the US.
Myanmar leader heads to Bangkok as quake deaths climb to 3,000
on 3 April 2025 at 10:04
Min Aung Hlaing is scheduled to attend a summit of the seven countries that border the Bay of Bengal.
Deaths of British couple in France treated as murder-suicide
on 3 April 2025 at 09:46
The bodies of Andrew and Dawn Searle, who previously lived in East Lothian, were found at their home near Toulouse.

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The unravelling of Yoon Suk Yeol: South Korea's 'stubborn and hot-tempered' martial law president
on 4 April 2025 at 02:30
The BBC has spoken to people close to the president to understand what drove him to trigger an authoritarian takeover.
Brazil to host Prince William's Earthshot Prize
on 4 April 2025 at 02:18
The climate prize ceremony will come just before Brazil hosts the COP30 climate summit in November.
London 'inaccessible' to Gen Z, says film director
on 4 April 2025 at 01:56
Sasha Nathwani's debut tells the story of an ambitious British Iranian teen and her friends in the city.
'I could live 30 years - but want to die': Has assisted dying in Canada gone too far?
on 4 April 2025 at 01:24
BBC News reports on assisted dying in Canada, where some say it's now easier to choose to die than get support to live
Trump tariffs trigger steepest US stocks drop since 2020 as China, EU vow to hit back
on 4 April 2025 at 00:59
Nike and Apple were among brands worst hit, but Trump maintained the US economy would ultimately "boom".
Hezbollah at crossroads after blows from war weaken group
on 4 April 2025 at 00:49
The BBC's Hugo Bachega explores the future for Hezbollah in the wake of Israel's devastating attacks.
Katya Adler: How will EU respond to Donald Trump's tariffs?
on 3 April 2025 at 23:55
The EU has enormous economic clout as the biggest single market in the world, but does not want to risk a backlash.
The Papers: 'Tariff turmoil' and 'bland American cheese'
on 3 April 2025 at 23:46
Most the papers lead on the fallout from Trump's announcement of a raft of tariffs that has wiped trillions from global markets.
Fan jeers and a cupped ear - is Postecoglou feeling the friction?
on 3 April 2025 at 23:28
Ange Postecoglou had a torrid night as Tottenham lost at Chelsea, facing the fury of his own fans. He cupped his ear towards them when he thought they had equalised - so has that made things worse?
What is live shopping and will it take off?
on 3 April 2025 at 23:13
Big in Asia, live shopping involves brands putting on live shows to sell direct to shoppers.
Lush and Kwik Fit warn tax rise will push up prices
on 3 April 2025 at 23:11
The brands are warning of the impact of employer National Insurance Contribution rises which kick in on Sunday.
Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
on 3 April 2025 at 22:48
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?
Denmark and Greenland show united front against US 'annexation' threats
on 3 April 2025 at 22:22
The Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says the US "cannot annex other countries".
Ship owner takes legal action over North Sea crash
on 3 April 2025 at 21:36
The Solong cargo ship struck the Stena Immaculate tanker off the East Yorkshire coast on 10 March.
UK draws up list of US products it could hit with tariffs
on 3 April 2025 at 21:26
The business secretary says he wants to reach an economic deal but would take "necessary steps' if talks failed.
'Grateful and honoured': Tom Cruise pays tribute to Val Kilmer
on 3 April 2025 at 21:16
At CinemaCon in Las Vegas, Cruise led the crowd in a moment of silence to honour Kilmer.
'Nonsense to make Stokes white-ball captain'
on 3 April 2025 at 21:05
Michael Vaughan believes it would be "nonsense" and "selfish" for England to make Ben Stokes a white-ball captain.
What Trump has done - and why it matters
on 3 April 2025 at 20:12
We dig into what the US president has said, what it could mean, and why it is happening now.
Influencers 'new' threat to uncontacted tribes, warns group after US tourist arrest
on 3 April 2025 at 19:58
North Sentinel is home to a tribe that does not have contact with the outside world.
Israeli strike on Gaza City school kills 27, health ministry says
on 3 April 2025 at 19:26
Palestinian authorities say children were among the dead, while Israel says it hit a Hamas command-and-control centre.