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In Mamdani’s New York win, India’s Nehru finds an echo
At his New York victory rally, Zohran Mamdani gave a nod to Nehru’s iconic speech marking India’s independence.
Democrats hit back and a winning message – four election night takeaways
It was an encouraging night for the Democratic Party who scored some decisive wins. Here’s what we learned.
French police launch investigation into Al Fayed sex-trafficking allegations
The opulent Ritz Hotel, in the heart of Paris, is likely to be a prominent target of the investigation.
Hamas hands over another coffin containing remains to Israel
If the person’s identity is confirmed as that of a dead hostage, it will mean six others are still in Gaza.
Inside Gaza, BBC sees total devastation after two years of war
With endless rubble and destroyed streets as far as the eye can see, any plans for Gaza’s future are a far cry from where it is today, writes Lucy Williamson.
Dick Cheney’s death a loss to the nation, says George W Bush
Cheney became one of the most powerful vice-presidents in US history under Bush, and was a key architect in his “war on terror”.
Trump U-turns to renominate billionaire for Nasa chief
Jared Isaacman’s initial nomination was withdrawn by the president in May during his high-profile feud with Elon Musk.
More than 85 dead as typhoon wreaks havoc in the Philippines
Hundreds of thousands fled their homes as one of the year’s strongest typhoons ripped through the Philippines.
Cruise ship that left woman to die on island boarded by investigators
Officials from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority boarded the Coral Adventurer on Wednesday morning local time.