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Not so demure any more: The rise of 'free the nipple' fashion

Stars like Charli XCX have made see-through outfits all the rage at big events, but not everyone's a fan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UlDmqrX

Migrant deported in chains: 'No-one will go to US illegally now'

Indian deportee tells BBC about his risky journey and how Trump’s tactics are spreading fear. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OeSW5Ug

Who's doing the dishes? Bollywood film and government data have the same answer

Data from India's second Time Use Survey shows that women still do far more domestic work than men. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UEV5KsZ

Dolly Parton releases new song honouring late husband Carl Thomas Dean

The pair were married for 60 years before Dean died earlier this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4k5bhoM

Double murderer is first US inmate executed by firing squad in 15 years

Brad Sigmon, who battered his ex's parents to death, said in his last statement it was wrong to take "eye for an eye". from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Ld7gc8

Actor Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa died of natural causes one week apart

The Oscar-winning actor, 95, died from coronary artery disease, with advanced Alzheimer's disease listed as a contributing factor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hu7bGJF

Lady Gaga: My biggest fear? Being alone

As she returns to pop with her seventh album, Mayhem, Lady Gaga reflects on the loneliness of fame. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xOuUemR

As US and Canada trade barbs, it's so far so good for Mexico's Sheinbaum

Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau's clear tensions are a stark contrast to the Mexican leader's approach to the White House. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oaLpuhn

Boom to gloom: India middle-class jitters amid trillion-dollar market rout

One in five Indian households invest in the stock market, but the recent crash has left investors anxious. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tGHNiMl

China sets 5% growth target as it reels from Trump tariffs

A key meeting has begun to revive China's lagging economy, which is now facing a trade war with the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q347YvA

India's fighter jet battle: US v Russia in the skies

India faces a crucial choice in modernising its air force. But is a cutting-edge US fighter jet the answer? from BBC News https://ift.tt/BWYjKzi

Switzerland targets rich tourists but at what cost?

Switzerland's already upmarket tourism sector is trying to attract more high rollers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b9z7UTL

Crypto prices rally after Trump backs five coins for 'crypto reserve'

Trump named five cryptocurrencies he wanted in a potential national reserve so the US could become "the Crypto Capital of the World". from BBC News https://ift.tt/N43lj5p

Mineral deal 'ready to sign', says Zelensky

Speaking to reporters after a summit of European leaders in London, Ukrainian President Zelensky reflects on the public White House showdown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eXr6oFq

'They don't belong in the Med': Future of homeless orcas still uncertain

Animal rights campaigners and marine zoo official say Mediterranean is 'too warm' for killer whales. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rN7EMvC