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US televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies at 90

A leading Christian figure in the US, he cultivated a media empire and political influence until a sex scandal derailed his career.

Ancient Egyptian history may be rewritten by a DNA bone test

A DNA bone test on a man who lived 4,500 years ago sheds new light on the rise of Ancient Egypt.

As Dalai Lama turns 90, BBC visits heart of Tibetan resistance to China

The BBC speaks to Tibetans in Aba, which has long been at the heart of resistance to Chinese rule.

Bear kills man in Romanian mountains

The man was dragged down a steep ravine, and despite wearing a helmet and protective clothing, his injuries were "extremely severe", officials say.

French police slash inflatable migrant boat heading to UK

Such an unusual intervention in the English Channel could be a sign that French police are changing their tactics.

The illegal cigarettes trade in the UK signals a deeper problem

Some black market cigarettes, priced at as little as £3, have been found to contain human excrement, dead flies and asbestos. But the trade in them across the country nods to a deeper issue

The huge sums energy firms get to not provide power

Could the government's radical plan to change the way the UK distributes electricity really bring down bills - or just lead to a postcode lottery?

Elon Musk says he is launching new political party

The world's richest man says he is setting up a new political organisation called the America Party.

River Seine: Waters reopens to swimmers after century-long ban

For the first time in more than 100 years people will be able to swim legally in three sections of the river.

Tiny creature gorges, gets fat, and locks up planet-warming carbon

Scientists find out how the epic deep sea migration of a tiny animal is storing planet-warming carbon.

Hamas security officer says group has lost control over most of Gaza /OR/ Hamas security officer says clans filling void as group loses control of Gaza

The officer says Israeli strikes have devastated the group's leadership and structure, and that armed clans are filling the void.

Archaeologists discover 3,500-year-old city in Peru

Researchers believe Peñico served as a trading hub linking ancient Pacific coast communities with those living in the Andes and Amazon.

200 million year-old jawbone revealed as new species

The newly discovered flying reptile is the oldest pterosaur in North America.

Is the UK really any safer 20 years on from 7/7?

The British state has an evolved and sophisticated suite of powers and tools - but the shape of the threat has shifted

China rare earths: The BBC visits the world's mining capital for the metals - BBC News

The price of the rare earth metals the world buys from China

Bee attack leaves three in critical condition and dozens injured in Aurillac, France

Twenty-four people were stung when a swarm of bees attacked passersby in the town of Aurillac.

Bayeux Tapestry replica could be auctioned with £1m reserve

Mia Hansson will display her replica piece for one last time before its 2027 completion and auction.

Imposter used AI to pose as Marco Rubio and contact foreign ministers

The State Department says it is investigating the incident, in which an "unknown individual" impersonated Rubio through the app Signal.

Musk's AI firm deletes posts after Grok chatbot praises Hitler

The announcement came after the Grok AI chatbot gave controversial answers to user queries.

Rubicon rap festival in Slovakia starring Kanye West called off

Protest groups had raised a petition against West's appearance at the Rubicon festival in Slovakia.

The struggle for control of the Arctic is accelerating - and riskier than ever - BBC News

It is in no one’s interest to militarise the Arctic but thanks to something of an arms race heating up between the US, Russia and China, that is precisely what looks to be happening.

3I/Atlas: Mystery interstellar object could be the oldest known comet

Scientists have been racing to discover the origins of 3I/Atlas since it was spotted last week.

Scientists' discovery could help protect against PFAS chemicals

Cambridge University scientists say a certain species of microbe in the human gut can absorb PFAS.

Thousands turn out to celebrate Dalai Lama's 90th birthday

Earlier this week, the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader confirmed plans for a successor.

Bridgit Njoki: Kenyan mother mourns 12-year-old shot watching TV during Saba Saba protests

A stray bullet burst into Bridgit Njoki's home while police were clashing with anti-government protesters.