When trade soured, this American liquor maker moved to Canada

Sales of the fruity liqueur popular with Canadian students had plummetted north of the border as provinces retaliated against Trump tariffs.

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US judge orders Trump's name be removed from Kennedy Center

The performing arts centre must also remain open despite Trump announcing a two-year closure for extensive renovations.

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Blue Origin rocket explodes into huge ball of flame on Florida launch pad

Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos, who founded Blue Origin, said it was a "very rough day".

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California teen wins US spelling bee - but could you compete? Take our quiz

Nine kids have battled it out in the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee finals - can you spell as well as they did?

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Jill Biden says she thought husband was having a stroke during 2024 debate

The former US first lady told CBS News that she was frightened by Joe Biden's performance against Donald Trump.

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We analysed thousands of Trump's posts - here's what we found

The BBC's Ros Atkins and BBC Verify sifted through thousands of the president's posts.

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Watch: Community gathers as workers remain missing after chemical blast

At least one person is dead and nine others missing after a chemical explosion at a paper mill in the US state of Washington, authorities said.

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Packers' Jacobs arrested on domestic abuse charges

Green Bay Packers' star running back Josh Jacobs is arrested and taken into custody on five domestic abuse charges.

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Threat of massive chemical tank explosion is 'eliminated', California officials say

A new and reduced evacuation zone has been established, with approximately 16,000 people still unable to return home.

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Watch: Nasa shows renderings for planned permanent moon base

The plans include permanent human habitation on the Earth's only natural satellite by 2032.

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Robert F Kennedy Jr grabs writhing snakes on a Florida patio

The US health secretary's serpent wrangling has gone viral, but wildlife officials warn people to avoid the reptiles.

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Rosenqvist wins Indy 500 by 0.02 seconds as drivers pay tribute to Nascar's Busch

Felix Rosenqvist wins the Indianapolis 500 from David Malukas by just 0.0233 seconds in the tightest finish in the race's history.

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Watch: Only world record broken at Enhanced Games won't be recognised

The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explains why the achievement by Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev will not be accepted by official sporting bodies.

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Carney says Alberta is 'essential' to Canada as province plans vote on separation

Alberta's decision to hold a referendum on separation has been widely criticised, including by separatists who say the question is not definitive enough.

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Trump says Iran deal 'largely negotiated' including reopening Strait of Hormuz

Tehran also signals progress on talks but says the key issue of nuclear weapons is not part of an initial framework it is working on.

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'Stupid on stilts' - Trump's investigation compensation fund draws ire of Republicans

The $1.8bn (£1.3bn) fund compensates individuals "unfairly" investigated under previous presidents.

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It's like the Olympics - except steroids are allowed

The first ever Enhanced Games are taking place this weekend in Las Vegas, with big names, big money and much controversy.

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Tulsi Gabbard to resign as US national intelligence director

Gabbard who has been largely out of public view during recent US operations says she is leaving due to her husband's illness.

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Will US invade? Three ways Cuba crisis could play out now

The Trump administration has been putting tremendous economic pressure on the island's Communist government.

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Vanessa Trump, ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr, diagnosed with breast cancer

Vanessa Trump said she underwent a medical procedure and asked the public for privacy while she focuses on her health.

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New video captures engine ripping off cargo plane in deadly Kentucky crash

As part of the ongoing investigation into the crash that killed 14 people, officials released footage showing the engine detaching during takeoff.

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Uncontrolled California wildfires seen from space

Some 750 firefighters are tackling the uncontrolled blazes supported by water-dropping helicopters.

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Deputy British ambassador to US abruptly leaves post

Until his sudden departure, James Roscoe held one the most senior, high-profile roles in the British diplomatic service

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'They feel panicked' - Community reacts to San Diego mosque shooting

Two teenagers fatally shot three men at an Islamic centre on Monday before taking their own lives, police say.

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American who contracted Ebola in DR Congo being treated in Germany

A medical group says an American doctor tested positive after being exposed while treating patients.

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Cuba accuses US of building 'fraudulent case' for military action

Havana's foreign minister says a report that it has acquired attack drones is part of justification for US "aggression".

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Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt booed by graduates at mention of AI

The reaction underscores a growing anxiety among students over AI's impact on jobs and their future careers.

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Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air at US air show

Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision.

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Republican senator who voted to convict Trump battles for re-election

Trump has thrown his full support behind Congresswoman Julia Letlow in Louisiana's high-stakes contest, branding the incumbent a "disloyal disaster".

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'Pretty miraculous' - 11 rescued after pilot ditches plane in Atlantic

The survivors spent about five hours on a life raft before being rescued by the US Air Force off Florida's coast.

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Madonna, Shakira and BTS to headline World Cup half-time show

Madonna, Shakira and K-pop boy band BTS will headline the Super Bowl-style half-time show at this summer's World Cup final.

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Trump's 'Golden Dome' will cost $1.2tn and might not stop all-out missile attack

That pricetag is nearly seven times higher than Trump's initial estimate, found an independent budget office.

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Mayor of Californian city resigns over Chinese agent charge

Eileen Wang could face up to 10 years in prison following the Department of Justice allegations.

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US passengers of hantavirus cruise ship being monitored in Nebraska

Two people are being monitored in Atlanta, 16 in Nebraska and another six passengers in Canada.

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Why Canada is seeing its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 years

The boost marks a major turnaround for Canada after years of falling behind on defence capabilities.

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Trump calls Iran response to US proposal to end war 'totally unacceptable'

Iran is reported to want lifting of the US naval blockade, recognition of Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz and compensation for war damage.

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Hovering objects and flashing lights: what we learned from UFO documents released by the Pentagon

The US has published transcripts, video clips and audio recordings about unidentified flying objects.

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Watch: Declassified footage shows 'unidentified anomalous phenomena'

The US government was unable to make a definitive determination on the alleged UFO sightings filmed around the world.

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Suspected boat explosion injures 11 in Miami

Officials are investigating what caused the incident at a popular marina in southern Florida.

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Missing hiker killed in possible bear attack in Montana

Rescue crews spotted the hiker's remains in a densely wooded area, with injuries "consistent with those sustained by a bear encounter".

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White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor's Trump grave post

The Star Wars actor apologised and deleted the post, which contained an AI image of the president in a shallow grave.

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Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension

The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.

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US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt

Parents who have outstanding debt of more than $2,500 (€1,844) in child support payments could be impacted.

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Ted Turner, media mogul who revolutionised TV news by launching CNN, dies at 87

The media mogul pioneered the modern 24-hour news culture when he launched the Cable News Network in 1980.

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US and Russia fuelling separatist debate in Canada, new report says

Researchers warn that foreign actors are meddling in the Alberta separatist movement in ways that threaten Canada’s "democratic integrity".

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Man charged with attempted Trump assassination indicted for assaulting Secret Service officer

Cole Tomas Allen is now facing charges from a grand jury indictment, which supersedes his previous charges.

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Watch: Met Gala sees Beyoncé's return and a star-studded red carpet

Anna Wintour brought the glam, Beyoncé brought the fam, and Heidi Klum was... statuesque at this year's fundraiser.

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Gap co-founder and retail pioneer dies aged 94

Doris Fisher, who was 94, opened the "pioneering" first store with her husband Don in 1969.

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Iran says US has responded to its latest peace proposal

The US is yet to formally confirm it has responded. However, Trump reportedly told Israel's Kan News it was unacceptable.

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Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing?

How much Donald Trump can do with the time he has left as president will depend massively on the cost of living.

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US Supreme Court asked to restore abortion pill access

A lower court has limited mail-order access to the abortion pill mifepristone, which the drug's maker says will cause "irreparable harm".

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Who shot a Secret Service officer at the Trump press dinner?

Court papers do not explicitly accuse the suspect of shooting the officer, even as officials say it was not "friendly fire".

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Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia, say two top US Republicans

The chairs of the House and Senate armed services committees say withdrawing 5,000 service personnel risked undermining deterrence.

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King arrives in Bermuda after ending US trip with formal farewell to Trump

On the final day of the state visit, the royal couple headed to Virginia for a more informal experience of the US.

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Three takeaways from Hegseth's clash with lawmakers over Iran war

The hours-long hearing was the first time the US defence secretary had faced questions under oath since the conflict began.

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