Footage shows a Spanish fighter jet narrowly missing a flock of birds during an air show in Gijon.
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US Grammy winner Ciara becomes citizen of Benin under new slavery descendants law
Benin in West Africa is trying to forge ties with the African diaspora and boost tourism.
Human dignity must be protected from rise of AI, Pope says
The pontiff warns about emerging technologies during the Vatican’s first Mass for social media influencers.
New Brazil development law risks Amazon deforestation, UN expert warns
A new environmental licensing law has been criticised by environmentalists as Brazil prepares for COP30.
Famine ‘currently playing out’ in Gaza, UN-backed experts warn
It comes as aid agencies warn Israel’s recent measures to increase aid supplies are not enough.
UK to recognise Palestinian state unless Israel meets conditions
The PM announces there will be a shift in policy in September, unless Israel takes steps including agreeing a ceasefire in Gaza.
Watch: New York in shock after fatal office shooting
A New York City police officer is among the four people killed in a shooting inside a Midtown Manhattan high-rise building.
BBC visits Beijing region hit by deadly flood
The BBC’s Stephen McDonell is in Miyun, one of the areas hardest-hit by the severe weather.
Hundreds of arrests during deadly Angola fuel protests
“People are fed up, hunger is rife,” activists tell the BBC as thousands join protests in Luanda.
Unsung hero behind hula hoop invention dies aged 101
Anderson claimed she came up with the name ‘hula hoop’ and played a crucial role in introducing the toy to the US.