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They are barred from areas like mobile money transfers, tour guiding, small-scale mining and curio shops.
30-07-2025 14:22
"People are fed up, hunger is rife," activists tell the BBC as thousands join protests in Luanda.
30-07-2025 11:47
Eric Trump - US President Donald Trump's son - says his father "deserves" to have his Turnberry course host The Open again.
30-07-2025 11:15
The German sportswear giant sources most of its products from Vietnam and Indonesia.
30-07-2025 10:44
Following early warnings to evacuate coastal areas, thousands of Hawaiians head for higher ground - for many it isn't the first time.
30-07-2025 10:26
Ukraine's military says three people were killed as Russia posted video of what it said was the strike.
30-07-2025 10:15
Nasa-Isro joint mission Nisar will record the minutest of changes in the land, sea or ice sheets.
30-07-2025 09:21
Tsunami warnings have been issued in Russia, Japan, Ecuador and Hawaii.
30-07-2025 04:38
The zoo in Nuremberg said it knew many people would be "upset" or "infuriated" by the decision.
30-07-2025 00:46
Greek migration minister Thanos Plevris says his country faces a "state of emergency".
29-07-2025 23:00
A number of cases emerge of servicemen targeted for their salaries and pay-offs by government officials.
29-07-2025 23:00
A new environmental licensing law has been criticised by environmentalists as Brazil prepares for COP30.
29-07-2025 21:36
Footage shows a Spanish fighter jet narrowly missing a flock of birds during an air show in Gijon.
29-07-2025 21:27
Workers barricaded doors and sent goodbye notes as a man roamed through a skyscraper killing people.
29-07-2025 21:02
PM Sir Keir Starmer has said the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel takes "substantive steps to end the appalling situation in Gaza".
29-07-2025 18:33
The pontiff warns about emerging technologies during the Vatican's first Mass for social media influencers.
29-07-2025 16:29
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The Australian government says the world-first ban is aimed at protecting youth from online harm.
30-07-2025 01:24
Minister Peter Kyle claims that by opposing online safety laws the Reform UK leader is siding with sex offenders.
29-07-2025 11:28
UK mobile network operators are already required to ensure only adults can access adult content while using their network.
29-07-2025 10:57
Some packaging firms say aluminium could be used more widely in packaging, but cost may hold it back
28-07-2025 23:04
The new tool marks a significant change for the search giant but raises questions for advertisers.
28-07-2025 23:01
Experts say free versions of such apps or services may carry potential security and privacy risks.
28-07-2025 14:25
Experts say free versions of such apps or services may carry potential security and privacy risks.
28-07-2025 11:55
The mobile phone service provider says it carried out work overnight after customers reported problems.
26-07-2025 19:02
Despite the law some remain sceptical about the effectiveness of porn age checks.
25-07-2025 11:30
Big food firms are phasing out artificial colours, so tech firms are rushing to fill the gap.
24-07-2025 23:01
The government says "EE and BT digital voice calls to 999 have now been restored."
24-07-2025 20:40
One of the largest networks in the UK confirms it is "addressing an issue" with its services.
24-07-2025 14:41
The deal that will see the long-running comedy series move from HBO Max is reportedly worth $1.5bn.
24-07-2025 04:14
All websites hosting pornography will have to check the age of their users from Friday.
24-07-2025 02:25
The tech giants both expressed concern at the rulings, but said they will co-operate with investigations.
23-07-2025 11:11
The US tech giant is recommending some users install security updates after the data breach.
23-07-2025 02:53
ScienceJump to World news, Hi-Tech, Health
Prof Michele Dougherty is the first woman to be appointed to the influential post.
29-07-2025 23:05
Flights are getting bumpier, thanks in part to climate change. But new studies are looking into innovative potential ways to turbulence-proof wings - using AI and owls
29-07-2025 23:00
The government increases the maximum price it will guarantee wind farm developers for electricity.
24-07-2025 16:34
Testing programmes affected include those monitoring the impact of drought.
24-07-2025 03:12
The decision from the world's highest court has been welcomed by developing nations at most risk from climate change.
23-07-2025 17:33
A new system fills in missing words from ancient inscriptions carved on monuments and everyday objects.
23-07-2025 15:01
Terror birds could be taller than a human and had powerful legs and hooked, flesh-ripping beaks.
23-07-2025 03:17
Households will pay ?1 a month towards the construction of the UK's second new nuclear power plant.
22-07-2025 11:11
A major review of the water industry also suggests compulsory smart meters and scrapping the regulator Ofwat.
21-07-2025 15:37
The wide-ranging review was launched amid growing public concern about sewage spills and rising bills.
21-07-2025 10:07
Companies can release raw sewage during bad weather, but it poses risks to human health and wildlife.
20-07-2025 20:10
Environment Secretary Steve Reed says the government is preparing a "water revolution" and that the water sector is broken.
20-07-2025 10:16
The world's race to decarbonise has led to the rise of electric cars - and with it, soaring demand for lithium, which is required for the batteries
19-07-2025 23:05
Wasps are having a good year following a cooler summer in 2024 - so how can we live alongside them without a sting?
18-07-2025 23:06
Last year had the highest number of pollution events by water companies ever recorded.
18-07-2025 08:37
BBC News went inside -23C freezers to see the ice that could "revolutionise" our knowledge of climate change.
18-07-2025 00:18
HealthJump to World news, Hi-Tech, Science
NRS Healthcare, which provides wheelchairs, hoists and other equipment, is expected to run out of cash by the end of the week, the BBC understands.
30-07-2025 16:07
But the health secretary says he will not negotiate on pay, adding that the union has lost goodwill with their five-day walkout.
30-07-2025 15:00
Parents should wash their children's hands with soap and warm water before food, say health officials.
30-07-2025 13:33
The two-year project involves 70 patients recruited in north Staffordshire and Birminmgham.
30-07-2025 05:08
People with experience of compulsive buying say more NHS help is needed to tackle the issue.
30-07-2025 02:01
Tim Hull, who has a rare neurological condition, says his quality of life is "very, very low".
30-07-2025 01:13
The new group will run alongside an existing service which allows trans and non-binary people to take part
30-07-2025 00:34
With doctors returning to work after five-day walkout, is there an opportunity for talks to re-start?
29-07-2025 23:00
NHS England finds "significant'' concerns about services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
29-07-2025 13:10
The screening is part of the drive to fight superbugs that are resistant to common antibiotic drugs.
29-07-2025 10:38
An NHS spokesperson is thanking teams in the region for their hard work over the weekend.
29-07-2025 05:10
Mixed martial artist Sammy-Jo Luxton explains the difficulties of fighting with PCOS and endometriosis.
28-07-2025 16:17
Physiotherapist Nick Worth tells BBC Sport how Lucy Bronze was able to play through Euro 2025 with a fractured tibia.
28-07-2025 16:09
NHS England says 18 requests have been rejected, but the doctors' union says hospitals are stretching staff too thinly.
28-07-2025 14:50
NHS England says 18 requests have been rejected, but the doctors' union says hospitals are stretching staff too thinly.
28-07-2025 12:13
The Royal College of Nursing has been holding a consultative vote on their 3.6% pay rise.
28-07-2025 08:01