Iran's strike on Israel suggests the regime's sense of resilience is growing

Iran's decision to risk jeopardising peace talks may reflect how its leaders view their current position, writes BBC Persian editor Amir Azimi.

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Huge crowds throng Madrid streets for Pope's open-air Mass

The pontiff waved at those gathered from his popemobile as he arrived at the Plaza de Cibeles.

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Rumours and speculation as fans forecast date of Taylor Swift's wedding

Swifties worldwide are looking for clues about the superstar's nuptials to American football star Travis Kelce.

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Fall in official Ebola numbers appears to be good news but it's not that simple

There are now 380 confirmed cases of Ebola in DR Congo, far lower than initial estimates of suspected cases, writes Fergus Walsh.

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Why are devastating mice plagues happening in Australia?

Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents - and it’s costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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Watch: Guide stranded on Everest for six days rescued

The BBC's Rajini Vaidyanathan pieces together how events unfolded.

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Director Wim Wenders withdraws 1975 film over actress's teen topless scene

Nastassja Kinski, who appeared in the film when she was 13, said the film-maker "didn't protect me".

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