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Scientists work to make healthier white bread https://ift.tt/2Ty14Mv The research aimed at lovers of white bread has been funded by the government to improve the health benefits of UK food.

Crackdown or compromise? A tale of two US campus protests https://ift.tt/zbHwaC8 One sent in the police, the other struck a deal with students. But why have responses been so wildly different?

Tensions grow as China ramps up mining for green tech https://ift.tt/MT3AvkW China has taken big stakes in mines across the world extracting minerals vital to the green economy.

Three US police officers shot dead in home siege https://ift.tt/C5VJBIG At least one suspected attacker was shot dead in front of a barricaded home after a three-hour standoff in North Carolina.

Stowaway cat accidently mailed in returned package https://ift.tt/pKjy56v Galeana is back home in the US state of Utah and in good health after spending six days in a box.

'Invisible in our own country': Being Muslim in Modi's India https://ift.tt/LUdn6jB Since Narendra Modi's BJP took power in 2014, India's 200 million Muslims have faced turmoil.

Portugal debate over colonial and slavery role resurfaces https://ift.tt/1L3qnzO President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa reignited a row by suggesting making amends for past "crimes".

Why ice costs more than bread in Mali https://ift.tt/DUYhasl People are grappling with power cuts as well as extreme heat blamed on human-induced climate change.

What's behind a dramatic fall in Indian families' savings https://ift.tt/6nLeOXz Indians, traditionally known as avid savers, are now stashing away less money and borrowing more.

Royal Navy destroyer shoots down Houthi missile https://ift.tt/OwKV7ht The HMS Diamond was deployed in the Gulf of Aden when its crew used her Sea Viper missile system.

Europe risks dying and faces big decisions - Macron https://ift.tt/YHAyL91 The French president delivers a stark warning for Europe to act fast to survive in a changing world.

Russia or EU? Controversial bill draws Georgians onto streets https://ift.tt/UafdT58 Thousands of Georgians have been protesting against a new bill that they claim will crush dissent.

US secretly sends long-range missiles to Ukraine https://ift.tt/PtbLdGw Missiles delivered this month have been used to strike Russian targets in Crimea, US media say.

Arizona House votes to repeal 1864 abortion ban https://ift.tt/H0LrX2A It was the chamber's third attempt to take up repealing the near-total ban. Now the senate must vote.

Justice department to pay survivors of Nassar abuse $138m https://ift.tt/8AOGuXB The FBI's watchdog found it made errors when told of sexual abuse by US gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar.

NYC campus extends remote classes amid Gaza protests https://ift.tt/12G4fXg The hybrid learning comes amid reports of antisemitic harassment around Columbia University.

Palestinian UN agency must improve neutrality - report https://ift.tt/koJWYK4 The report adds Israel has not provided "supporting evidence" that many UNRWA staff are members of terror groups.

Dashcam video shows dramatic rescue from burning car https://ift.tt/QdcqHAl Drivers in Minnesota stopped in the middle of a highway to help pull a man out from a vehicle on fire.

What is Earth Day and what has it achieved? https://ift.tt/9Hug5Qp The worldwide event aims to raise awareness about the need to protect the environment.

BBC reporter at Trump trial as man sets himself on fire https://ift.tt/ytorsVl The BBC's Nada Tawfik was outside the New York court where Donald Trump's trial is taking place.

BBC Persian sent footage of Isfahan explosions https://ift.tt/CAL0Wl9 Video sent to the BBC shows flashes in the sky, while a large explosion can also be heard.

An audible sigh of relief in the Middle East https://ift.tt/tKYyQVM The latest round in the longstanding, dangerous rivalry between Israel and Iran seems over for now.

An attack on women that has devastated Australia https://ift.tt/en6Hs39 The stabbing rampage at a busy Sydney shopping centre has left many - particularly women - fearful.

US interest rate setter says 'no hurry' to cut https://ift.tt/HpcyJKN A key member of the US central bank, Raphael Bostic, tells the BBC rates might only ease "at the end of 2024".

Powerful Greenland women project wins photo award https://ift.tt/CrFJQv0 The winning images from this year's Sony World Photography Awards.

Full 12-person jury seated in Trump criminal case https://ift.tt/wudOje2 The trial, the first ever in which an ex-US president is the defendant, may see opening arguments in Monday.

Woman rescued 10 years after Chibok kidnapping https://ift.tt/DFRtN1W The Islamist group Boko Haram seized 276 girls from a school in Chibok in 2014

The West says China makes too much. Its workers disagree https://ift.tt/z0SiMDl Migrants are caught in China's manufacturing battles with the West, as Beijing tries to save its economy.

Stabbed Australian bishop forgives alleged attacker https://ift.tt/XH8hLFf Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel also appealed for the community to stay calm after the alleged terror attack.

Biden calls for tripling tariffs on Chinese metals https://ift.tt/kRrj9dh It is the latest protectionist policy to be embraced by the White House in an election year.

Sweden votes to lower age to change legal gender to 16 https://ift.tt/idb16sU Swedes have been able to change their legally recognised gender since 1972 - but this will make it easier.

Bowen: Iran's attack on Israel offers Netanyahu a lifeline https://ift.tt/tGg5yYQ Gaza is out of the headlines, but the pressure on Israel's PM has changed rather than disappeared.

US student's speech cancelled in Israel-Gaza hate row https://ift.tt/nZCxI2t The decision to cancel the valedictorian's speech came amid a backlash over her social media.

Adidas on front foot after exiting Kanye West deal https://ift.tt/rPZQkXd The Samba, Gazelle and Campus shoe maker expects to make €700m (£598m) operating profits in 2024.

Apple update addresses Jerusalem emoji controversy https://ift.tt/CwnpgRd A new software update stops the Palestinian flag emoji appearing when iPhone users type "Jerusalem".

How is Paris preparing for the Olympics and Paralympics? https://ift.tt/lUfzSrg France's government may change the Olympic opening ceremony in Paris because of security worries.

Protest and pain - Kenya's month-long doctors' strike https://ift.tt/F0lRxSN Patients have been left without access to crucial services at state hospitals for a month.

Watch: Georgia opposition leader punches MP during debate https://ift.tt/HLyJPzf A scuffle erupted in Georgia's parliament as the leader of the opposition punched an MP.

Iran warns Israel against 'reckless' retaliation https://ift.tt/QdtDm1N Tehran says such a move would receive a "decisive and much stronger response".

Watch: Tel Aviv residents unfazed by Iran attack threat https://ift.tt/wyhF417 People were seen drinking in the streets of Tel Aviv despite Iran confirming a drone launch.

Iranian special forces seize Israel-linked ship https://ift.tt/yzv7Q0M The MSC Aries was seized by troops descending from a helicopter early on Saturday, the ship's owner says.

Engineers in Oregon train dog robot to walk on Moon https://ift.tt/mYJuNfn The engineering team has a two-year $2 million grant to help Nasa study the Moon's surface.

Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli dies https://ift.tt/YKdqGib The designer, famed for his animal prints on leather and textiles, died at home in Florence.

Germany eases gender change rules https://ift.tt/lDJF3uN Adults can now declare a change to male, female or diverse without undergoing a psychiatric assessment.

Ukrainian MPs pass law to boost troop numbers https://ift.tt/IoN4ZG9 The conscription bill is approved as the military faces Russian advances in the east.

Alexei Navalny's memoir to be published in October https://ift.tt/uESYWm5 The anti-corruption campaigner began work on his book while recovering from his 2020 poisoning.

Floods and tornadoes cause damage in US Gulf states https://ift.tt/UXQTx2S Some regions of Louisiana and Alabama have been under tornado alert as storms hit the region.

How gang violence gripped a tourist haven https://ift.tt/xFXmTeH Ecuador used to be one of Latin America's safest countries but has struggled to cope with escalating violence.

South Korean opposition set to win election https://ift.tt/NVwWk17 The Democratic Party and its smaller ally are on course to strengthen their hold on parliament.

‘Now or never’: Congressmen say US must send Ukraine aid https://ift.tt/guV9XoW A Republican and a Democrat spoke with the BBC News after meeting with President Zelensky.

US woman sentenced for stealing Ashley Biden's diary https://ift.tt/sKGFA81 Aimee Harris received a month in prison for selling writings by President Biden's daughter to a conservative group.

Rare blind mole spotted in Australian outback https://ift.tt/64NhbCX The palm-sized creatures have silky golden locks, no eyes, a stumpy tail and flipper-like hands.

Jury questions in Trump hush money trial revealed https://ift.tt/WCV41ei Jurors will be asked how they feel about an ex-president being criminally charged, among other questions.

One dead as bridge falls on railway in Russia https://ift.tt/Lla5EFd The incident in the western city of Vyazma halts all train traffic, cutting gas supplies to many people.

Bucha's wounds still raw two years on https://ift.tt/EuVb0Wp A town known for its brutal Russian occupation is being cleaned up and rebuilt, but for many the emotional scars remain.

Russia-friendly populist elected Slovak president https://ift.tt/GCxM4JR Peter Pellegrini accused his rival of being a warmonger who would send Slovak soldiers to fight in Ukraine.

Your pictures on the theme of 'my commute' https://ift.tt/06pmuqT A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

Six months on, how close is Israel to eliminating Hamas? https://ift.tt/XoMy1Bu BBC Verify assesses the evidence behind Israel's key war aim of destroying Hamas during its military operation in the Gaza Strip.

Thousands of Israelis rally to demand hostage deal https://ift.tt/NevpRgW The massive protests come after the IDF recovered the body of an abducted Israeli.

Russian drone strikes on Kharkiv kill six - officials https://ift.tt/z45Gab7 Attacks on the closest big city to the Russian border have been intensifying in recent weeks.

Guatemala ex-general on trial accused of genocide https://ift.tt/XjxLYoE Benedicto Lucas Garcia, 91, allegedly ordered the murder of over 1,200 indigenous Ixil Maya people.

Six months on, how close is Israel to eliminating Hamas? https://ift.tt/XoMy1Bu BBC Verify assesses the evidence behind Israel's key war aim of destroying Hamas during its military operation in the Gaza Strip.

Israel urged to publish full report on aid team deaths https://ift.tt/3mqRyQp World Central Kitchen, which had seven of its staff killed in Gaza, said Israel must be transparent.

McDonald's to buy back all its Israeli restaurants https://ift.tt/g4lfsiP The deal follows a boycott of the business after franchisee Alonyal gave free food to Israeli soldiers.

Biden tells Israel it must prevent civilian harm to keep US support https://ift.tt/WH18bKx The US president is facing growing calls to rein in his country's unconditional military support for Israel.

Man sentenced to 30 years for aiding France attacker https://ift.tt/wREj1M8 Audrey Mondjehi was convicted of obtaining a gun used in a 2018 attack on a Strasbourg Christmas market.

Jeremy Bowen: The Israel-Gaza war is at a crossroads https://ift.tt/cER3OfH Will the killing of foreign aid workers exhaust the patience of Israel's allies?

Google looks to AI paywall option - report https://ift.tt/lorwa9H The search giant is reported to be considering charging for premium features in a major business shake-up.

Disney defeats critics after bruising battle https://ift.tt/qckVbid The investor boardroom battle raises difficult questions about whether the Hollywood giant lost its way.

Charity boss says Israel targeted staff 'car by car' https://ift.tt/z2JWPTN World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés says Israel's deadly strike in Gaza on Monday was not a mistake.

Will Truth Social post a financial bailout for Trump? https://ift.tt/f0PdNE6 Trump Media lost nearly $60m last year. So how is it worth billions? We explain the ex-president's windfall.

France's unique orphanage for police children https://ift.tt/Lr58Eaj Orpheopolis cares for the children of officers who have died in the line of duty or by suicide.

Bricks of cocaine wash up on Australian beaches https://ift.tt/nI4g7Xb More than 250kg of the drug has been found along the New South Wales seaboard since December.

Murder suspect loses re-election bid in Australia https://ift.tt/H8gXGzf Ryan Bayldon-Lumsden had been campaigning for a city council seat in highly unusual circumstances.

Trump posts $175m bond in New York fraud case https://ift.tt/bfPg1M7 An appeals court gave him a reprieve after he could not secure a bond for the full $464m penalty

Florida's top court ushers in six-week abortion ban https://ift.tt/p9VvcOh One of the strictest abortion bans in the US can take effect, but voters will have their say on the matter.