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BBC News VP debates rarely matter - the Walz v Vance showdown is different

In a tight US election race, every opportunity to generate positive attention and political momentum is precious.

BBC News 'People are just scrambling' - North Carolina reels from devastating storm

Residents describe how the storm "destroyed everything in its path" and wiped out entire communities in the state.

BBC News Xi Jinping is worried about the economy - what do Chinese people think?

Two new pieces of research offer a rare glimpse into how Chinese people feel about their future.

BBC News Israel tells US it plans to launch limited ground incursion into Lebanon

A US official told the BBC's US partner CBS that the operation could start as soon as Monday.

BBC News Netanyahu in poll rebound after Hezbollah attacks

The Israeli PM's party would win the most seats if an election were held but the opposition bloc would have more overall, a poll shows.

BBC News US ports brace for shut down as dockworkers strike

The strike is set to significantly disrupt trade, creating uncertainty ahead of the US election.

BBC News Joyful welcome by stranded astronauts for SpaceX capsule crew

A capsule sent to bring back two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station has docked.

BBC News Far right in Austria 'opens new era' with election victory

The Freedom Party wins its first election, but building a coalition will be difficult.

BBC News Campaigner who ignited euthanasia debate in Hungary dies

The prominent human rights lawyer campaigned to legalise euthanasia in Hungarian and European courts.

BBC News Far right in Austria 'opens new era' with election victory

The Freedom Party wins its first election, but building a coalition will be difficult.

BBC News Man charged in Trump assassination plot pleads not guilty

Prosecutors say Ryan Routh was spotted with a rifle as he hid in the bushes near Trump’s golf course in Florida.

BBC News Gang rapists sentenced to life in Tanzania prison

Their sex attack on a girl was filmed and circulated online, sending shockwaves through the country.

BBC News A Himalayan river may be making Everest taller

River erosion at its base is helping push Mount Everest upwards, a new study says.

BBC News Far right in Austria 'opens new era' with election victory

The Freedom Party wins its first election, but building a coalition will be difficult.

BBC News Rwanda limits funeral sizes due to Marburg virus outbreak

Authorities introduce new guidelines as the death toll from the highly contagious virus reaches eight.