Trump to hit India with 25% tariffs - plus 'penalty' for trade with Russia

The US president said the measures would take effect from from 1 August, the US deadline for a trade deal.

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Who is Emil Bove, Trump's former lawyer and pick for lifetime judge?

Mr Bove represented Trump in his Manhattan criminal trial, and has been confirmed for a lifetime judicial appointment.

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New York gunman was targeting NFL but went to wrong office, mayor says

Four people were killed when a gunman stormed a skyscraper on Monday evening and opened fire.

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The US-EU trade deal in numbers - how it compares to UK deal

Donald Trump has struck an agreement with the European Union to reduce tariffs - what will that mean for the UK?

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Putin must agree Ukraine ceasefire in 10 or 12 days, says Trump

The US president says there is "no reason" for waiting amid little sign of progress towards peace.

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Trump cites Murdoch's age to seek swift deposition in Epstein case

Trump's lawyers argue that Murdoch is 94 and may not be available to testify in person due to “recent significant health scares".

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The US-EU trade deal in numbers - how it compares to UK deal

Donald Trump has struck an agreement with the European Union to reduce tariffs - what will that mean for the UK?

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US man who killed Palestinian-American boy dies in prison

Joseph Czuba had served three months of his 53-year sentence when he died in custody in Illinois.

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Suspect faces terrorism charges in stabbing of 11 at Walmart in Michigan

Investigators are yet to reveal a motive for Saturday afternoon's attack in Traverse City.

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Tee time with Trump - striking balls and deals over 18 holes

For some US presidents, golf was a break from work - but for Trump, visiting Scotland this weekend, it is anything but.

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Insurance giant says most US customer data stolen in cyber-attack

Hackers accessed "personally identifiable data" of the firm's customers, financial professionals and staff.

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Meeting over between US official and Ghislane Maxwell, who will 'welcome any relief', lawyer says

When asked about giving Maxwell clemency, the president said he was allowed to do so, but had "not thought" about it.

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Watch: Trump voters in Florida react to Epstein controversy

The president has struggled to quell anger from some of his ordinarily loyal supporters over the Epstein files.

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How Epstein case is tearing apart Maga's online conspiracy wing

In conspiratorial pro-Trump spaces online, arguments rage over the US president's approach to the long-running saga.

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Trump to fly to Scotland for golf club visits - and a meeting with UK PM

His private visit is exceptional as US presidents rarely promote their personal interests so publicly while in office.

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'Come hug it out!' - How a Canadian tourism ad went viral

The video features an embrace between a Canadian concierge and an American tourist, amid shifting US-Canada relations under President Trump.

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Blood, sweat and tears: Look back at the highs and lows of Hulk Hogan

The all-American hero of wrestling also had a Hollywood career and was one of Donald Trump's biggest fans.

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Watch: Fans in the US on what Ozzy meant to them

Fans in Los Angeles share how Osbourne’s music shaped their lives and inspired them.

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Florida officer suspended over viral traffic stop footage

A Jacksonville policeman is suspended for smashing a window and punching a driver after he refused to exit the car.

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Trump administration pulls US out of Unesco again

The US says the UN's culture and education body is promoting "divisive social and cultural causes" - a claim the agency denies.

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Obama blasts 'bizarre' Trump claim of 2016 election 'treason'

The ex-president slammed claims that he suppressed intelligence as "a weak attempt at distraction".

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Accuser says 'rollercoaster' of Epstein files saga is a 'real weight' on victims

Annie Farmer believes the case has been politicised and says the recent wave of publicity has left her feeling "used" and exhausted.

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Trump administration releases files on Martin Luther King Jr

About 230,000 pages of records are unsealed - including FBI surveillance files - despite opposition from some of the King family.

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Canadian couple recounts frightful encounter with grizzly bear

The pair was on a wedding anniversary hike in the Kananaskis Country area, where both black and grizzly bears are common.

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US court orders new trial for man convicted of killing Etan Patz

The 1979 disappearance of the six-year-old boy rattled New York City and the nation.

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Malcolm-Jamal Warner, The Cosby Show star, dies aged 54

Warner drowned on Sunday while on vacation in Costa Rica, US media reports.

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WW2 veteran and TikTok star 'Papa' Jake Larson dies aged 102

Tributes are being paid to the American D-Day veteran and social media star.

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Number of missing in deadly Texas floods drops to three

Rescue teams have worked "tirelessly" to track down those reported missing after the floods in Kerr County on 4 July.

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Ellen DeGeneres: I moved to the UK because of Trump

The TV star makes her first public appearance since moving to the UK the day after Trump's re-election.

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One person killed and two missing after six swept over Oregon waterfall

Dillon Falls, near the city of Bend, has a 15-foot (4.5-metre) drop that turns into "churning rapids".

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Mr and Mrs XCX: Brat star weds drummer of The 1975

Pop star Charli XCX tied the knot with the drummer of band The 1975 on Saturday.

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US tech CEO resigns after Coldplay concert embrace goes viral

The company said its leader had not met the expected standard of conduct and accountability.

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Why the Epstein case looms large in MAGA world

A subset of Trump supporters are passionate about the case - and angry at the president.

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US tech firm investigating after Coldplay concert embrace goes viral

Big screen footage of the two people went viral after reports they were colleagues and at least one was married to another person.

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El Salvador and US negotiate prisoner swap with Venezuela

Some 250 Venezuelans deported from the US to El Salvador were exchanged for 10 Americans held by Caracas.

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US seeks one-day prison for officer convicted in Breonna Taylor shooting

The former officer was convicted for violating Taylor's civil rights by using excessive force - a charge that carries a sentence of life in prison.

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Snoop Dogg becomes co-owner of Welsh football team

Rapper Snoop Dogg becomes a co-owner and investor at Swansea City after taking a minority stake in the Championship club.

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Watch: 'She took me back' - Obamas joke about divorce rumours

The former US president appeared on the IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson podcast and video show.

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'It's just better!' Trump says Coca-Cola to change key US ingredient

Coca-Cola said they "appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm", without confirming they plan to make the tweak.

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Trump's Epstein strategy could pit him against loyal supporters

In defending how his administration is handling supposed files on Jeffrey Epstein, he said "stupid" Republicans fell for a hoax.

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Canada curbs steel imports to shield domestic industry from Trump tariffs

The prime minister pledges to diversify its trading partners away from the US and prioritise the use of Canadian steel.

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Mike Waltz grilled over Signal leak at UN ambassador hearing

President Trump's former national security adviser was pressed on the inclusion of a journalist on a sensitive group chat discussing war plans.

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US House Speaker calls for 'transparency' on Epstein, in departure from Trump

It came as Trump said the attorney general should release "whatever she thinks is credible" on the disgraced financier.

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Trump claims tariff deal with Indonesia

Trump says the US will lower its tariffs threatened on goods from Indonesia to 19% from a planned 32%.

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Starbucks staff must work in the office four days a week

The coffees shop firm is offering one-time payments to staff who decide to leave rather than comply.

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Motorists rescued as new flash flood warnings hit Central Texas

The heavy rain has forced rescuers to halt search operations for victims of the deadly floods that occurred in the region just over a week ago.

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'Heart-breaking': Locals and visitors devastated by loss of Grand Canyon Lodge

Historians and hikers are mourning the loss of the breathtaking site, which has burned down once before.

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Trump threatens Russia with tariffs while unveiling new Ukraine weapons plan

Under the new plan, the US will sell weapons to Nato countries who will send them to Ukraine.

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Disappointment as Drake's final Wireless show ends after 40 minutes

The Canadian rapper performed to more than 150,000 people over the course of the weekend in London.

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'If I wasn't here, people could die': Trump public media cuts could hit rural America

The Senate will decide soon on whether to claw back $1.1bn (£800m) from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

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Trump will be hosted by King at Windsor during second state visit

The US president will be accompanied by his wife, Melania, when he visits the UK from 17-19 September.

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Two women killed at Kentucky church as gunman opens fire after shooting officer

Investigators believe the suspect, who was shot dead by police, had a connection to individuals at the place of worship.

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US drops charges against doctor accused of destroying Covid vaccines

US Attorney General Pam Bondi said the doctor 'gave patients a choice when the federal government refused to do so'.

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Arizona resident dies from plague, health officials say

This was the first recorded death from the disease in Coconino County since 2007.

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Judge bars Trump administration from 'indiscriminately' detaining immigrants

The lawsuit was filed in California, where the Trump administration has focused its immigration enforcement in recent weeks.

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Dozens taken to hospital after suspected mass overdose in Baltimore

At least 27 people have been admitted to hospital, some of whom are in a critical condition.

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Why is Trump targeting Brazil - and will it backfire for Bolsonaro?

The US president's threatened new tariffs are likely to have major political ramifications in the country.

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Brazil vows to match US tariffs after Trump threatens 50% levy

Trump's threat is over what he calls the "mistreatment" of his ally, ex-President Jair Bolsonaro.

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South Africans fear spike in HIV infections as US aid cuts bite

South Africa has been at the forefront of the successful battle to halt the spread of HIV/Aids - until now.

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Did US government cuts contribute to the Texas tragedy?

Following the Texas floods some Democrats have warned about the "consequences" of President Trump's cuts to the federal workforce.

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What early warnings did flood-hit Texas receive?

Questions have been raised about why people were not evacuated before the deluge.

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A girls' summer camp swept away by a 'horrific' deluge

Terrified girls at Camp Mystic swam through the broken window of one cabin into the swirling darkness of the flood.

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After Diddy: Why hip-hop is still struggling to have its own 'MeToo' moment

The Combs verdict in itself is unlikely to lead to wider changes in the industry, according to insiders

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Trump and Netanyahu meet for a second time amid Gaza ceasefire talks

The US says talks are being held on a temporary, 60-day ceasefire in Gaza that includes the release of some hostages.

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US will hike tariffs on copper to 50%, Trump says

Similar threats are looming over pharmaceuticals, lumber and semiconductors.

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US airports begin lifting shoe removal requirement at security screenings

The rule had been in place nearly two decades following a British man smuggling a bomb on a flight in one of his shoes.

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US to remove Syria's HTS from list of foreign terror groups

The Islamist group led a rebel offensive that toppled Syria's Assad regime in December.

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Trump announces 25% tariffs on South Korea and Japan

Trump plans new tariffs as the 90-day pause on some of his most aggressive tariffs is set to expire this week.

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Watch: Drone footage shows catastrophic flooding in Texas town

Video shows raging floodwaters after the San Gabriel River burst its banks, partially submerging buildings.

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At least 78 dead and dozens missing in Texas floods as more rain looms

The death toll looks certain to rise as search-and-rescue teams brace for further storms.

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A girls' summer camp cut short by deadly disaster

Camp Mystic, where young girls were having the "time of their life" just days ago, is now the site of one of the deadliest disasters.

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BBC witnesses destruction after house ripped from foundations in Texas floods

At least 32 people have been killed, including 14 children, officials said, after flash floods hit Kerr County.

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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.

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Trump's 'Shylock' comment draws outcry from Jewish groups

Trump described some bankers as "Shylocks" at a rally. He said later he did not realise it was antisemitic.

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Watch: Holiday park wiped out by Texas floods

Jason Allen, correspondent at the BBC's US partner CBS, reports from Kerrville, Texas.

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Trump signs sweeping tax and spending bill into law

A signing ceremony at the White House on Friday afternoon kicked off celebrations for 4 July.

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Several killed in severe weather in Texas and New Jersey

In New Jersey, three people died in a storm while in Texas, officials say there is "confirmed loss of life" due to "catastrophic flooding".

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Angélique Kidjo first black African to get Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Africa's "premier diva" has been honoured after more than 40 years in the industry.

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Trump calls on US central bank head to quit immediately

The president has repeatedly criticised Jerome Powell for not cutting rates but has sent mixed signals about removing him from the role.

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'Diddy' denied bail after being cleared of most serious charges

Combs will remain behind bars because of his history of violence, the judge said, setting sentencing for October.

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Trump announces trade deal with Vietnam

The US plans to charge 20% tariffs on Vietnamese goods - less than half the rate set to go into effect next week.

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Man admits murders of four Idaho students in deal to avoid death penalty

Bryan Kohberger, a former criminology student, is set to receive a life sentence for the 2022 murders in a case that shocked America.

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Facing intense pressure, House must now decide if Trump's bill is good enough

The president has said he views the legislation as an integral part of his political legacy.

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Trump visits 'Alligator Alcatraz', the next step in his immigration crackdown

A new migrant detention centre in Florida, planned to open in weeks, will cost about $450m (£332m) a year to run.

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Watch: Father and daughter rescued after fall from Disney cruise ship

The father jumped into ocean to save his daughter after she fell overboard as the ship made its way back to Florida.

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Watch: President Trump tours controversial 'Alligator Alcatraz'

The US president touted the new immigration detention centre located deep in the Florida Everglades.

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Bryan Kohberger to plead guilty in 2022 murders of Idaho students - reports

Relatives of one victim posted on Facebook that the state had failed them by allowing a plea deal.

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White House says Canada's Carney 'caved' to Trump on tech tax

White House Press Secretary says it was a mistake for Canada to try to tax Silicon Valley's tech giants.

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Woman dies from injuries suffered in Boulder antisemitic attack

Prosecutors are now adding new murder charges in addition to multiple others faced by the suspect, who remains jailed.

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Police identify 20-year-old suspect in Idaho firefighter ambush

20-year-old Wess Roley deliberately lit a fire to lure first responders to a mountainous area near Coeur d'Alene, the BBC's US partner CBS News reports.

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