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More than 50 kidnapped as violent gang attack in Haiti leaves 47 dead
It is believed to be one of the largest mass kidnappings in Haiti in recent years, and one gang leader is threatening to kill the hostages if authorities kill any gang members as …
How Dolly Parton told her life story through six iconic songs
A legendary singer-songwriter, her music covered themes around love, loss, female empowerment and spirituality.
'I'm heartbroken' - Fans react to Dolly Parton's death
The BBC spoke to gatherers at her Hollywood star in Los Angeles, and fans in Washington DC about the music icon's impact.
Instagram head Adam Mosseri testifies in defense of Meta in child safety trial
The social media giant is being sued by four states who allege it designed Facebook and Instagram to hook kids — and lied to the public about the risks.
South Carolina U.S. senate runoff election will test Trump's endorsement
The primary runoff in South Carolina between Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman is another test of President Trump's influence. He's backing Darline, sister of the late Sen…
A look back at Dolly Parton's life in pictures
The singer rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most beloved entertainers in the world.
Dolly Parton: The life of an iconic country singer
Iconic country musician Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, the singer's team announced on social media.
Dolly Parton, one of country music's most singular performers, has died at age 80
The artist was a star performer in country music and went on to become one of the genre's most recognizable and universally adored ambassadors to broader popular culture.
DHS acknowledges the noncitizen numbers it touted on voter rolls were inflated
The Trump administration claimed to have found 250,000 noncitizens on the voter rolls in four states. But the agency's communications with states since then indicate that data was…
Dolly Parton: The music legend who sang from the heart
The singer, songwriter and actress is known for timeless hits including Jolene and I Will Always Love You.
US to revoke visas of short-term visitors seeking asylum
The state department says the number of revocations "remains dynamic" and would be carried out on a rolling basis.
Canada announces 'dollar-for-dollar' retaliatory tariffs on US as high as 50%
The latest escalation in an ongoing trade war between the US and Canada will see new levies on goods from steel to furniture, fresh tuna and makeup.
Two unvaccinated people die of measles in Pennsylvania
Cases in the US have hit the highest point since the virus was eliminated, as vaccination rates decline.
Relief may be near for Indiana city after days without power
After nearly two-weeks without power, Gary, Indiana residents and officials call for accountability, infrastructure improvements, and customer relief measures.
Target apologises for 'offensive' children Halloween costume after backlash
The retailer says the costume is "hurtful for Black guests, team members and partners", without providing further details.
Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. as the countries' trade fight deepens
The measures come after President Trump imposed 50% tariffs on many Canadian goods and threatened more after trade talks broke down on Friday.
'Forget about going back': 9 years on, Rohingya crisis enters dangerous phase
The world largely moved on from the Rohingya crisis. But the exodus has not stopped, aid is shrinking and a generation of refugees is growing up with little prospect of going home.
Several states will decide voter ID ballot measures this year
Voters in at least six states will soon decide ballot measures related to voter ID — the largest number of voter ID measures in a single year. The tally includes three prominent s…
Andrew Tate exaggerates and did not own supercars in photos, his lawyers say
Prosecutors argue Tate and his brother Tristan are a flight risk and should not be released on bail.
Brain disease in dead NFL players 'higher than previously shown'
A new study says at least one in four ex-NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had a degenerative brain disease but the true figure could be much higher.
China hits out at 'illegal' new US sanctions on Iran and trading partners
The US has threatened to isolate nations that continue to do business with Tehran, which sells much of its oil to Beijing.
Kate Hudson to make How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days sequel, 23 years on
Hudson and Matthew McConaughey, her co-star from the 2003 rom-com, could be reunited for the sequel.
Trump calls leaders to isolate Iran. And, SCOTUS backs Trump for now on mail-in voting
President Trump is calling on world leaders to join his economic war against Iran. And, the Supreme Court is backing the president for now on his order to restrict mail-in voting.
How the AIDS crisis helped create a multibillion-dollar death-speculation market
Investors will buy your life insurance policy today — and collect the payout when you die.