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'We will vote but not with our hearts': Inside the election staged by Myanmar's military rulers

This is the first election since the army's coup in early 2021 - and it is being widely condemned as a sham.

3 hrs agoAsia

Her husband's kidnapping became Malaysia's biggest mystery. Then came a stunning confession

Nine years after her husband disappeared, Susanna Liew had a stunning legal win in one of Malaysia's biggest mysteries.

3 hrs agoAsia

Beyoncé, Labubu and Sydney Sweeney's jeans: 15 viral moments that defined 2025

Dubai chocolate, Adolescence and the parodied Jet2 advert were some of the other most talked about moments.

2 hrs agoCulture

Two killed in suspected Palestinian ramming and knife attack in Israel

Police say the attacker, from the occupied West Bank, ran over at least one person before stabbing another victim several miles away.

2 hrs agoMiddle East

Zelensky plans to meet Trump on Sunday for talks on ending Russian war

The Ukrainian leader says he will see the US president in Florida and believes "a lot can be decided before the new year".

20 mins agoEurope

US launches strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria

President Trump has previously accused the Nigerian government of failing to protect Christians from jihadists.

4 hrs agoWorld

Thailand bombs Cambodian border area as ceasefire talks continue

Cambodia accuses Thailand of "indiscriminate attacks", as negotiators meet for a third day to try to end weeks of renewed fighting.

14 hrs agoAsia

Blast at Syrian mosque during Friday prayers leaves at least eight dead

The explosion in Homs targeted a predominantly Alawite area, a sect that has faced crackdowns and violence since the fall of former-President Bashar al-Assad.

11 hrs agoMiddle East

I'm watching brain surgery to see if Alzheimer's can ever be cured

Is texting behind the wheel of a self-driving Tesla crazy?

'Respect the culture' - Fifa urged to allow Pride Match

Ex-Malaysia PM Najib Razak given 15-year jail term over state funds scandal

Israel recognises Somaliland as independent state, Netanyahu says

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Habit stacking and the language to avoid - five ways to make realistic resolutions you stick to this year.

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Quiz of the Year 2025, Part 3: What Instagram caption did Taylor Swift use to announce her engagement?

Test your memory of 2025 in the third part of our quiz. What happened from July to September?

2 hrs agoUS & Canada

From a dino superhighway to origins of fire-making: The incredible discoveries in 2025

From ancient footprints to planet parades, 2025 science amazed us with discoveries on Earth and beyond.

2 hrs agoScience & Environment

Five of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits - from new royal exhibit

From fashion diplomacy in the US to a transparent raincoat, the late Queen's style was a powerful formula.

2 hrs agoUK

One general, one mathematician: The men competing for power in two African elections

The leaders of Guinea and the Central African Republic aim to consolidate power after Sunday's polls.

1 hr agoAfrica

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Born on 16 December last year in Indian-administered Kashmir, the sheep has been named Tarmeem.

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Don't rule out EU customs union, UK trade union boss tells Starmer

Trade unionist Paul Nowak says he wants to see the "closest possible" economic relationship with the EU.

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Pope Leo urges 'courage' to end Ukraine war in first Christmas address

The pope also laments the condition of Palestinians during his address to worshippers at the Vatican.

1 day agoEurope

US judge blocks detention of British social media campaigner

Imran Ahmed was among five people accused of seeking to "coerce" US firms into censoring free speech.

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Thailand bombs Cambodian border area as ceasefire talks continue

Cambodia accuses Thailand of "indiscriminate attacks", as negotiators meet for a third day to try to end weeks of renewed fighting.

14 hrs agoAsia

British-Egyptian activist arrives in UK after travel ban lifted

For Alaa Abdel Fattah and his family this is a new beginning after years of separation and suffering.

1 hr agoWorld

Ex-Malaysia PM Najib Razak given 15-year jail term over state funds scandal

Najib was convicted for his role in the billion-dollar scandal involving the country's sovereign wealth fund 1MDB.

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'We suffered together' - Amorim changes style as Man Utd win

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim was rewarded for a change in style and formation with a hard-fought win over Newcastle in the Premier League.

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Salah penalty sends 10-man Egypt through at Afcon

Mohamed Salah's penalty sends 10-man Egypt into the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations last 16 with a 1-0 victory over South Africa.

Draper to miss Australian Open with arm injury

British number one Jack Draper will not play in next month's Australian Open because of an ongoing arm injury.

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Moore double as Wrexham beat Sheff Utd 5-3 in thriller

Kieffer Moore scores twice as Wrexham come from behind to beat Sheffield United 5-3 in a Championship thriller.

Dorgu scores winner as Man Utd beat Newcastle to go fifth

Patrick Dorgu scores the winner as Manchester United beat Newcastle to move fifth in the Premier League.

Man City players 'incredibly disciplined' - Guardiola

Pep Guardiola says his players will have remained "incredibly disciplined" during the Christmas break to meet the standards Manchester City have set.

11 hrs agoMan City

Seamer Atkinson adds to England injury worries

Seamer Gus Atkinson adds to England’s injury problems by leaving the field on the second morning of the fourth Ashes Test against Australia.

40 mins agoEngland