World News Reports: July 2024

Trump on Harris: 'Is she Indian or is she black?'

Donald Trump questioned the vice-president's racial identity while speaking at a conference for black journalists.

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Did social media fan the flames of riot in Southport?

False accusations about the attacker followed a familiar pattern, the BBC's Marianna Spring finds.

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Venezuelan defence minister says protests constitute 'coup'

Anti-government protests in Venezuela which erupted after a disputed election result have been branded "a coup".

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Be at your best in the heat: Olympians' five tips

Temperatures are soaring in Paris - so we've been asking athletes how they keep performing in the heat.

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'We'll have to increase taxes', says Reeves

The chancellor admits she must raise money following her claims of a £22bn hole in the public purse.

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Rachel Reeves's spending audit at-a-glance

The chancellor has accused the Tories of hiding a £22bn overspend, as she lays out spending cuts.

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Israeli protesters enter army base after soldiers held over Gaza detainee abuse

The Sde Teiman base has been at the centre of reports of serious abuses against Palestinians from Gaza.

July 29, 2024 at 11:51PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/cmS2MEJ

Watch: Moment Robert Downey Jr revealed at San Diego Comic Con

The actor will make his comeback as Dr Victor Von Doom, a prominent villain in the comic books that spawned the popular Marvel film series.

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Murray & Evans win thrilling tie-break decider

Watch the moment GB's Andy Murray and Dan Evans beat Daniel Taro and Kei Nishikori of Japan in the first round of the men's doubles at Paris 2024.

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Obituary: Edna O'Brien, the writer whose novels created scandal and were banned

Edna O'Brien will always be known as the controversial Irish novelist who scandalised Catholic Ireland.

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Priti Patel vows to unite Tories in leadership bid

The former home secretary is the fifth MP seeking to replace Rishi Sunak as party leader.

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Thousands join Tommy Robinson march in London

Police said a major operation was in place to "keep the peace" between protesters and counter-protesters.

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Assisted dying bill introduced in Parliament

Former Justice Secretary Lord Falconer's bill would allow terminally ill adults to end their lives.

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Poland's firearm bill sparks human rights concerns

The bill will allow troops to open fire on migrants crossing the border when soldiers feel under threat.

July 26, 2024 at 11:41PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/lnUNaMH

Mercer helps inquiry but says he will not betray sources

The former minister has clashed with the Afghanistan Inquiry over information about alleged war crimes.

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How drones and the battle for Ukraine are changing the future of warfare

Drone technology has made the war more immediate and more deadly – and opened up a new battleground.

July 25, 2024 at 10:12PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/JOERXwv

Eluned Morgan hopes to 'turn new page' for Welsh Labour

The first female leader of Wales says she will "go out and listen to what the people want".

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Ten years since the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Watch: Dancing tea cakes, a giant Nessie and Karen Dunbar - the Glasgow Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony 10 years on.

July 23, 2024 at 09:32PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/LPG0JUQ

Ten years since the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Watch: Dancing tea cakes, a giant Nessie and Karen Dunbar - the Glasgow Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony 10 years on.

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Kamala Harris: From prosecutor to possible president

The vice-president is vying for the Democrats' presidential nomination after Joe Biden left the race.

July 22, 2024 at 11:13PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/SudqXsa

Kamala Harris: From prosecutor to possible president

The vice-president is vying for the Democrats' presidential nomination after Joe Biden left the race.

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Woman with ME died after begging GP for feeding help - inquest

Maeve Boothby-O’Neill had asked her GP for "help with feeding" just four months before her death.

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Who is Kamala Harris, the VP who now has Biden's endorsement?

As President Biden ends his re-election run, some see a fresh start in the US's first female vice-president.

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US President Joe Biden endorses Kamala Harris after ending re-election campaign

He said standing down was "in the best interests of my party and the country".

July 21, 2024 at 11:58PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/U8PniaH

WW2 veteran receives medals 80 years late

George Lewis is awarded his medals decades after they seemingly "got lost in the post".

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Thousands gather for Trump's first rally since shooting

Trump and running mate JD Vance are scheduled to address a crowd in Grand Rapids, Michigan on Saturday evening.

July 21, 2024 at 12:05AM from BBC News https://ift.tt/QWCdsz8

Thousands gather for Trump's first rally since shooting

Trump and running mate JD Vance are scheduled to address a crowd in Grand Rapids, Michigan on Saturday evening.

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CrowdStrike IT outage affected 8.5 million Windows devices, Microsoft says

It’s the first time that a number has been put on the glitch that is still causing problems around the world.

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Judge sets Harvey Weinstein retrial date for November

The ex-film mogul will be retried for rape after his conviction was overturned on appeal in April.

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Cooper calls Leeds disorder 'audacious criminality'

Yvette Cooper MP has said those who sparked the disturbances will face full force of the law.

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'Is this some kind of fantasist?' Behind the viral BBC video

Gary O'Donoghue reveals his initial disbelief when an eyewitness described seeing Trump gunman on roof.

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Can we make work meetings more bearable?

The providers of video meetings software are now offering AI tools that help the participants.

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'Is this some kind of fantasist?' Behind the viral BBC video

Gary O'Donoghue reveals his initial disbelief when an eyewitness described seeing Trump gunman on roof.

July 18, 2024 at 11:41PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/TwRedYq

Common blood-thinning drug neutralises cobra venom

Heparin can neutralise the necrosis-causing toxins in some spitting cobras' venom, scientists discover.

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Boys rescued in Zambia after circumcision abductions

One of those being held in the bush was on HIV medication and had not taken his drugs for two weeks.

July 17, 2024 at 09:52PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/jymNzlR

Trump security boosted weeks ago over Iran plot to kill him

There is no known link between the plot and Saturday's attack, but the disclosure raises questions over how a gunman got so close.

July 17, 2024 at 01:37AM from BBC News https://ift.tt/KbAEJlB

Trump security boosted weeks ago over Iran plot to kill him

There is no known link between the plot and Saturday's attack, but the disclosure raises questions over how a gunman got so close.

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Wales' FM Gething denies wrongdoing as he resigns

Vaughan Gething will stand down as Welsh first minister, only four months after taking the job.

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Israeli strikes in south and central Gaza reportedly kill 50

One of the deadliest attacks occurred in the designated humanitarian zone of al-Mawasi.

July 16, 2024 at 11:05PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/q53gJON

Billie Eilish to read CBeebies bedtime story

The American singer, 22, said she "loved" bedtime stories herself when she was a child.

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Stranger Things season five teaser excites fans

The cast and crew of the hit show are halfway through filming its highly anticipated final season.

July 15, 2024 at 09:34PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/QW4SciM

In pictures: England and Spain fans watch Euro 2024 final

Fans from both nations have their face-paint on and flags out as the Euro 2024 final begins.

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'We're behind you' PM tells England ahead of final

Sir Keir Starmer will be attending the Euro 2024 final when England take on Spain in Berlin on Sunday.

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Sizzling 'love trial' couples taking home the bacon

Ancient tradition tests lovers' marital bliss in a contest to win a lot of bacon... and no porky-pies.

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French rugby players charged with raping woman in Argentina

The rugby players, who deny rape, are accused of attacking a woman in a hotel room after an international match.

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Hackers steal call records of 'nearly all' AT&T customers

FBI launches investigation after around 109 million customers had call and text information taken.

July 12, 2024 at 10:55PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/cTNb3IC

US says Gaza's floating aid pier to shut down soon

The $230m pier had delivered 8,000 tonnes of aid before it was removed last month because of bad weather.

July 12, 2024 at 12:22AM from BBC News https://ift.tt/ds19XUF

US says Gaza's floating aid pier to shut down soon

The $230m pier had delivered 8,000 tonnes of aid before it was removed last month because of bad weather.

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How manhunt for crossbow triple murder suspect unfolded

The three women killed in the incident are the wife and two daughters of BBC Racing radio commentator John Hunt.

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Musk defeats ex-Twitter staff seeking $500m in severance

A US judge dismissed the case, one of several filed in the aftermath of Mr Musk's takeover of the site.

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McEnroe defends 'Darth Vader' Djokovic

After Novak Djokovic has another run-in with the Wimbledon crowd, John McEnroe compares the Serb to Darth Vader.

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Starmer proud of 'most diverse' Parliament ever

In his first Commons speech as PM, Sir Keir also calls for an end to "self-serving" politics.

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Israeli strike on Gaza camp kills 29, hospital says

The strike reportedly hit tents outside a school in the southern town of Abasan al-Kabira.

July 09, 2024 at 11:41PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/4HN9Ts7

Liberian president cuts his salary by 40%

President Boakai says the move is intended to show "solidarity" with Liberians who are struggling financially.

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Keir Starmer arriving in NI on first visit as prime minister

The overnight visit will see the Labour leader continue his tour of the UK after travelling to Scotland earlier on Sunday.

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Electioncast Results: Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer

The Labour prime minister makes his first speech in Downing Street.

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French far right seeks vote win but deadlock looms

France votes in one of its most crucial elections in years, with the far right hoping for victory.

July 06, 2024 at 11:32PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ahq6XLR

'Breakthrough' heightens hopes of Gaza ceasefire deal

Surprise resumption of talks puts warring sides closest to agreement for months.

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World media reacts to UK election

Labour's landslide victory has been followed closely by media commentators around the world.

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Raducanu dismantles Sakkari to reach Wimbledon last 16

Emma Raducanu makes a strong statement of intent by beating Greek ninth seed Maria Sakkari to reach the Wimbledon fourth round.

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World media reacts to UK election

Labour's landslide victory has been followed closely by media commentators around the world.

July 05, 2024 at 10:56PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/0VgxqNP

Violent attacks shock France ahead of crunch vote

A number of candidates are targeted in the run-up to Sunday's tense parliamentary elections.

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When will we get the result, and what is an exit poll?

Sir John Curtice answers key general election night questions.

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How to follow the election on the BBC

Online, on TV, and on Sounds and Radio - the BBC is bringing you full coverage of the 2024 UK general election and its results.

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Pay rise freeze for Kenyan MPs after public anger

Protesters last week forced William Ruto to scrap planned tax rises, saying public money was being wasted.

July 04, 2024 at 12:00AM from BBC News https://ift.tt/8BeFQJt

Pay rise freeze for Kenyan MPs after public anger

Protesters last week forced William Ruto to scrap planned tax rises, saying public money was being wasted.

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Man jailed over 39 lorry deaths to be deported

A total of 11 people have been convicted in the UK over the lorry deaths discovered in Essex.

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Belarus frees five political prisoners in rare amnesty

Activists say three men and two women were released, in a move signalled by Alexander Lukashenko on Tuesday.

July 03, 2024 at 11:37PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/IRpcKC9

Hungary's Viktor Orban urges ceasefire on Kyiv visit

He is a critic of Western support for Ukraine and is seen as the European leader closest to Russia's Vladimir Putin.

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Texas Democrat openly calls on Biden to leave presidential race

Rep. Lloyd Doggett called for Biden to make the "difficult to decision to withdraw" from the race.

July 02, 2024 at 11:14PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/NyuOXVn

'Winning ugly' - Raducanu starts with nervy victory

Emma Raducanu makes a winning return to Wimbledon, but fellow Britons Heather Watson, Charles Broom, Liam Broady and Arthur Fery lose on day one.

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Man used 'slapping therapy as diabetes cure', court hears

Hongchi Xiao was charged with manslaughter by gross negligence late last year.

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