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What do people in the US hope for the country's future?
As the US celebrates its 250th birthday, the BBC asked people across the country for their top aspiration.
Ukrainian woman named by Interpol as main suspect in Monaco bomb attack
Monaco's prosecutor's office says the suspect is no longer in Monaco.
Stand-up comic in court accused of insulting Islam and Erdogan in Turkey crackdown
Deniz Göktaş is regarded as one of Turkey's most popular comedians and is accused of "insulting religious values" on stage.
Can Girmay recreate past Tour de France glories with new team?
Biniam Girmay, who is now backed by a World Cup winner, is aiming to reclaim the green jersey two years after the Eritrean made history at the Tour de France.
July 4th events threatened by heat wave. And, Russia strikes on Ukraine's capital
July 4th events for America's milestone birthday are being threatened by a brutal heat wave. And, Russia has struck Ukraine's capital, killing several people in what it calls reta…
Wildfires rage in parts of France and Spain after record heatwave – video
Numerous wildfires are raging across parts of France and Spain, after record temperatures in Europe caused dry conditions and a worsening drought. Two thousand firefighters battle…
Spain’s conservatives and far-right Vox increase ties with Andalucía coalition
Deal including ‘national priority’ policy brings prospect closer of countrywide agreement between partiesThe prospect of a national coalition between Spain’s conservative People’s…
Just gave birth or are about to? Share your story and questions about costs
The costs of having a baby in the U.S. can be hard to predict and budget for. We want to hear your stories and questions about how to navigate the system.
Iran nuclear and military damage revealed after restricted satellite images released
Targets hit include ballistic missile infrastructure, nuclear sites, and naval bases.
Former USAID head grieves its closure while hoping for its future
Former USAID administrator reflects on a year since USAID's shutdown and the new direction of US foreign aid.
France records 2,025 excess deaths at peak of heatwave as Europe braces for more extreme weather
Forecasters are warning of further extreme temperatures on the continent in the next few days.
At least 32 dead after overcrowded bus plunges into ravine in Pakistan
The bus was travelling from Quetta to Peshawar, when it crashed in the Dana Sar mountain range.
Pakistan syndicate allegedly smuggled human placentas, say police
The placenta was meant to be exported to be made into anti-ageing injections, say police.
India crèche worker arrested after allegations of putting toddlers in washing machine
The arrest came after videos allegedly showing crèche workers assaulting crying children surfaced online.
Weather tracker: Heatwave breaks June temperature records across Europe
UK provisional peak of 37.7C shatters previous record by huge margin, while Germany hits all-time high of 41.7CLast week’s heatwave across western Europe shattered national June r…
How a fertilizer shortage caused by the Iran war could affect U.S. food prices
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupted shipments of fertilizer and natural gas, a key component in fertilizer manufacturing. It's unlikely to cause major price hikes for U.…
But first, coffee: The drink that energized the American Revolution
Colonial Americans were drinking coffee long before they dumped tea into Boston Harbor or fought a war for independence. The establishments that served it were already brewing rev…
A hot summer trend in the sharing economy? Rental swimming pools
The Airbnb-style company Swimply said there have been about 275,000 private pool reservations so far this year.
How young people feel about American identity, on the nation's 250th birthday
Listen to the best student podcasts about what "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness" means for young people today.
Morning news brief
Heat threatens U.S. 250th celebrations, Russian advances slow as Ukraine hits back, infighting risks derailing Democrats' House hopes.
NEWSBRIEF: USA 250, RUSSIA WAR ADVANCES SLOW, DEMOCRATIC PARTY FUTURE
Heat threatens U.S. 250th celebrations, Russian advances slow as Ukraine hits back, infighting risks derailing Democrats' House hopes.
Hakeem Jeffries addresses Democratic Party divisions, says Trump is the bigger issue
On the eve of America's 250th birthday, NPR's Michel Martin asks House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York about the Democratic Party's midterm future.
Some states rolling back worker heat protections
The heat dome encasing much of the eastern U.S. is reviving concerns about protecting workers from the heat. Many states have laws in place but some, including Florida, have rolle…
Designer of 50-star flag looks back at his high school project
The designer of today's American flag remembers the day he created it for a student project.