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Vance's Antichrist comments are a 'common belief', his friend tells BBC
The US vice-president recently mused with a Christian podcast host on whether the end of the world was nigh.
Gloria Steinem talks about her legacy in 2023 BBC interview
The writer and activist who was an icon of the US's feminist movement has died aged 92, her foundation says.
Dems demand DHS fund election security. And, journalist Gloria Steinem has died
Two Democrats are demanding that Homeland Security officials fund election security ahead of the midterms. And, trail-blazing journalist Gloria Steinem has died.
Gloria Steinem, trailblazing journalist and activist, dies at 92
At a time when women were largely limited to domestic roles, Steinem challenged gender stereotypes and championed feminist ideals like equality, sisterhood and reproductive freedo…
An epic train chase is turning 100 — and Buster Keaton fans are celebrating
100 years ago, silent film star Buster Keaton filmed The General in Cottage Grove, Ore. Fans are gathering there to celebrate the making of an epic early film.
Feminist activist and journalist Gloria Steinem dies at 92
Her foundation said she "passed away peacefully" at her home in New York City, "surrounded by many who loved her".
How Gloria Steinem changed the lives of generations of women
The trailblazing feminist spoke out for the legalisation of abortion, same-sex marriage and equal pay for women - but her activism was not without backlash.
'Beautiful, vibrant' Disney star Carla Jeffery dies at 33
Jeffery was known for playing cheerleader Bree in 2018 Disney Channel movie Zombies and two sequels.
He tried to eliminate FEMA. Now he says the Trump administration has changed course
David Richardson worked to eliminate the country's top disaster agency when he led FEMA last year. Now, he says the administration has abandoned that goal.
Democrats demand Homeland Security officials fund election security ahead of midterms
The lawmakers wrote that they share "grave concern that time is running out … to assist state and local election officials in protecting our elections from cyber and mis-and disin…
As millions of kids lose SNAP food benefits, free school meals are also at risk
Food stamps have a direct link to other critical resources, such as free breakfast and lunch at school. Now, experts say they're starting to see that link break.
Morning News Brief
Exodus of experienced military leadership continues in the Pentagon, Trump touts Venezuela oil deal as critics question legality, the jury is deadlocked in the trial of Lindsay Cl…
Why did this Canadian 'island' seemingly vanish and reappear miles away?
BBC Verify has used satellite imagery to track the mysterious phenomenon, which has surprised people around the world.
Xi visits Egypt as China seeks deeper influence across the Mideast
China's President Xi Jinping visits Egypt this week for the first time in a decade. The trip illustrates China's growing ambitions at a time when U.S. influence has been weakened …
Ex-Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and wife seek to end drug charges case on immunity grounds
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife have asked a judge to dismiss the drug trafficking indictment against them on the grounds that they have immunity as the le…
Trump $1 coin makes him first living president on US currency in a century
The US Mint special edition is stamped with a portrait of Trump alongside the words "In God we trust".
Watch: From Star Wars to Banksy, the art is with you at new Lucas Museum
The museum, founded Star Wars creator George Lucas and his wife, will feature more than 1,200 works of art.
Who is Alejandro Betancourt, colourful oil baron behind US-Venezuela oil deal?
The 46-year-old figure of international intrigue has an apparent knack for being in the right place at the right time.
Rocky Horror star Tim Curry's cause of death revealed
The British actor had significant conditions, cited on his death certificate in Los Angeles County.
Watch: What happens now after Lindsay Clancy trial jurors deadlocked again?
The BBC's Ana Faguy was in court and explains whether the case could be headed to a mistrial.
NBA suspends Clippers owner Ballmer, fines team $30M, Kawhi Leonard $700K in cap circumvention case
Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer was suspended for one year by the NBA, and the team was ordered to pay $30 million for violating salary cap circumvention rules in a case …
LA Clippers fined $30m by NBA over Leonard deal
The LA Clippers are fined $30m (£22.2m) by the NBA for violating salary rules over the acquisition of star player Kawhi Leonard.
Watch: Trump 'happy' that Prince Harry and Meghan left the US
President Donald Trump said he was not a fan of the couple and added that they treated the Royal Family with "great disrespect".
The IRS slashed its staff. One result? More taxes going uncollected
The IRS slashed its auditing staff last year — but the move may have backfired as tax collections from enforcement efforts plummeted, an Inspector General report shows.