New Year celebrations: How the world brought in 2023

As the world turns more and more countries greet 2023.

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A South Australian businessman digs into why prisoners from his region died at a far higher rate at the hands of their Japanese captors and discovers little-known tales in the process. Daring escapes, endurance and mateship: Author retraces ghastly WWII death marches to unearth POWs' stories

A South Australian businessman digs into why prisoners from his region died at a far higher rate at the hands of their Japanese captors and discovers little-known tales in the process.

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UN seeks top court opinion on Israeli occupation

The vote has been hailed a victory by Palestinians and described as "despicable" by Israel.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky tells Russians - Putin is destroying you

Ukraine's president says his country will never forgive Russians for the terror they have inflicted.

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Ukraine war: At least one dead in Russian strikes on Kyiv

The mayor of the Ukraine capital, Kyiv, says one person is dead and 20 others injured after missile strikes.

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World celebrates arrival of 2023

As the festivities get under way, here is a snapshot of some of the events happening across the globe.

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Venezuelan opposition votes to abolish parallel government

Juan Guaidó had Western support in his efforts to force President Maduro out of office.

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Afrochella: Shock at end of Ghana music festival

The festival is extremely popular with African Americans who like to see in the New Year in Africa.

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Ukraine hit by wave of Iran drones - officials

All 16 drones - of which seven were aimed at Kyiv - were destroyed, Ukrainian representatives say.

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China Covid: Spain among latest countries to announce testing

China is among the latest countries to announce controls as China prepares to reopen its borders.

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Afghanistan: Woman protests Taliban's education ban with single word of God

"Adela" staged an extraordinary solo protest in front of Kabul University while invoking words from the Quran.

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Trump's tax returns released after years-long effort

The former president had long sought to keep his records from being seen by the public.

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Travel can be difficult for people living with disabilities, but Queensland wants to change that with accessibility upgrades and awareness-raising across the state's holiday destinations. Martin was told the hotel bathroom was accessible. Then he saw the bathtub

Travel can be difficult for people living with disabilities, but Queensland wants to change that with accessibility upgrades and awareness-raising across the state's holiday destinations.

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Barbershop owner in Buffalo opens his doors and saves lives in deadly blizzard.

When people were stranded in the storm, the local shop became a refuge.

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Pele: A sporting icon who never liked his nickname

The life of the man regarded by many as the finest ever player of the "beautiful game".

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Republican George Santos facing investigations for lying about resume

George Santos, elected to Congress in November, has admitted to lies about work and education experience.

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Ex-Pope Benedict is lucid and alert - Vatican

Aged 95, he remains in a serious but stable condition, a day after Pope Francis said he was very ill.

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Netanyahu's hard-line new government to take office in Israel

There is concern about the plans of Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right and religious allies.

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Bangladesh: Densely-populated Dhaka gets first metro line

Bangladesh's PM says the metro will reduce traffic in the city with a population of 22 million.

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19-year sentence for second ringleader in Michigan governor kidnap plot

Barry Croft Jr has been given a 19-year sentence for his role in a plot to kidnap Gov Gretchen Whitmer.

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Iran protests: 100 detainees facing death penalty - rights group

Five women are among those sentenced to death or facing capital charges, a rights group says.

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Fisherman survives by clinging to ocean buoy for two days

The man fell from his boat and managed to swim to a signal buoy off the coast of Brazil.

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The Senegal man on a mission to plant five million trees

Adama Diémé was motivated after seeing once-verdant villages in Senegal without a single tree.

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Title 42: US Supreme Court keeps Trump-era border policy in place

Legislation preventing undocumented migrants crossing the border from Mexico is extended.

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Spain announces €10bn help to fight rising prices

PM Pedro Sánchez backs aid for households amid an energy crisis prompted by Russia's war in Ukraine.

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Republican George Santos admits lying on his CV

George Santos, who was recently elected, says he misrepresented his education and employment history.

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Ghana police ban harmful New Year prophecies

Predictions by some faith leaders have sometimes caused anxiety and harm, the security services say.

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Russian sausage tycoon Pavel Antov dies in Indian hotel fall

Meat millionaire Pavel Antov, who recently denied criticising the war in Ukraine, had just turned 65.

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The indie music stars knocking Bollywood off the charts

Until a few years ago, indie music competing with Bollywood would've made for an unlikely proposition - not anymore.

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When foot-and-mouth and lumpy skin disease were confirmed in Indonesia, livestock exports all but ceased, changing the shape of the industry for what some say is the long-term. Live export industry ends 'tough' year with numbers almost halved after biosecurity threats

When foot-and-mouth and lumpy skin disease were confirmed in Indonesia, livestock exports all but ceased, changing the shape of the industry for what some say is the long-term.

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Burkina Faso explosion: Minibus hits deadly landmine amid jihadist violence

A landmine kills at least 10 passengers as the West African country battles a jihadist insurgency.

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China to end Covid quarantine for foreign arrivals

The measure, to take effect from 8 January, is part of China's about-turn on its zero-Covid policy.

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Brazil's far-right faithfuls are not giving up

With only days to go until Lula is sworn in as president, some of his opponents refuse to accept defeat.

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Buffalo blizzard: Storm turns city into 'war zone'

Dozens of deaths are now linked to a fearsome winter storm blanketing much of the US and Canada.

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Army of islanders to protect gecko the size of a paperclip

Locals on Union Island are trained to ensure a diminutive reptile does not get wiped out by poachers.

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With its lifelike wax doll display, the Hood-Penn Museum is proving to be an increasingly popular — if strange — tourist attraction for the small town of Westonia. Take a walk through regional Western Australia's answer to Madame Tussauds

With its lifelike wax doll display, the Hood-Penn Museum is proving to be an increasingly popular — if strange — tourist attraction for the small town of Westonia.

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Al-Shabab: 14 Iranian fishermen freed years after abduction

Some of the 14 fishermen were abducted by al-Shabab militants off the Somali coast eight years ago.

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Captagon: Jordan seizes huge amphetamine haul at Iraq border

Six million pills of Captagon, known as "the poor man's cocaine", were being smuggled in date paste.

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Pope's Christmas plea for 'immediate end to senseless war'

Pope Francis calls for peace in his annual Christmas Day message from the Vatican.

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US winter storm: Americans and Canadians face mass outages on Christmas Day

At least 19 deaths are linked to a massive winter storm that continues to pummel the US and Canada.

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Pope condemns human 'hunger for wealth and power' at Christmas Eve Mass

His comments at Christmas Eve Mass in the Vatican follow previous remarks about the war in Ukraine.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky delivers defiant Christmas message after Russian strikes

President Zelensky urges his people to persevere as Russian attacks leave millions without power.

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Afghanistan: Taliban bans women from working for NGOs

The latest restriction from Afghanistan's Islamist rulers says women are breaking strict dress codes.

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Huge fuel tanker blast near South African hospital

A fuel tanker that apparently got stuck under a bridge explodes in a huge fireball, killing eight people.

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At least 20 dead in Russia illegal care home fire

Another six people are injured after the blaze in an unregistered property in the Siberian city of Kemerovo.

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Canada's polar bear population plummets - government report

Climate change is said to be a key factor in a 27% decline in the population over the past five years.

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While floodwaters have caused much devastation and disruption in South Australia's Riverland, commercial fisherman Garry Warrick says his preparations for the season haven't changed and the yabbies are safe to eat. A 'big year' for yabbies as Riverland farmers spread Christmas cheer ahead of flood peak

While floodwaters have caused much devastation and disruption in South Australia's Riverland, commercial fisherman Garry Warrick says his preparations for the season haven't changed and the yabbies are safe to eat.

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Megan Thee Stallion: Jury finds Tory Lanez guilty of shooting rapper

Lanez faces more than 20 years in jail for wounding the Grammy award-winning rapper in 2020.

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A trip to the mangroves can save north Queensland seafood lovers hundreds of dollars at Christmas, but it's not so easy for those new to the game. Here's how to catch and cook your own mud crab. How to catch and cook your own mud crab this Christmas

A trip to the mangroves can save north Queensland seafood lovers hundreds of dollars at Christmas, but it's not so easy for those new to the game. Here's how to catch and cook your own mud crab.

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Paris shooting: Police on the scene after gunman opens fire

Emergency services cordon off the area where a gunman opened fire in the centre of the French capital.

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FTX founder released to parents on $250m bail

Prosecutors have accused Sam Bankman-Fried of "one of the biggest financial frauds in US history".

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New South Wales farmland prices have risen despite an interest rate hike causing pain in the residential market. Corporates out, family farmers in as rural property bucks downturn

New South Wales farmland prices have risen despite an interest rate hike causing pain in the residential market.  

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Suspected Russian spy held by German intelligence

The man, named only as Carsten L, is arrested in Berlin in a possible case of treason.

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How did Salt Bae get to hold World Cup after final?

Fifa is investigating how celebrity chef Salt Bae and a number of other people gained "undue access" to the pitch at the end of the World Cup final in Qatar.

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Amazon could be blamed for fake Louboutin shoe ads - EU

Top EU court says Amazon could be held responsible for third-party sales of fake Louboutin shoes.

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Afghanistan: Taliban arrest women protesting against university ban

It is the latest policy restricting women's education since the Taliban returned to power last year.

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The days are warmer but persistent flooding, endless bogging and even feral pigs are conspiring to slow an already delayed harvest to a crawl. One disaster after another leaves western NSW farmers battling to finish harvest by Christmas

The days are warmer but persistent flooding, endless bogging and even feral pigs are conspiring to slow an already delayed harvest to a crawl.

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Trump business losses sharply reduced his tax bill

In 2020, the then US president reported negative income and paid no income tax.

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World Cup: Chaotic scenes in Buenos Aires after celebrations

Millions of people had attended a victory parade in the streets of the capital.

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Bomb cyclone: Powerful winter storm may disrupt holiday travel

Sub-zero temperatures and blizzard conditions could unleash travel chaos across the US and Canada.

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Serial killer The Serpent, Charles Sobhraj, to be freed from Nepal jail

Frenchman Charles Sobhraj, a serial killer portrayed in a hit BBC drama, will be released and deported.

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Afghanistan: Tears and protests as Taliban shut universities to women

As the Taliban shut universities and other education centres, Afghan women see their future crumble.

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Gambia coup attempt foiled - government

Four soldiers are under arrest following Tuesday's plot, President Barrow's government says.

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Elon Musk at Twitter: Who could replace him as chief executive?

We look at the runner and riders to take over as the social media firm's chief executive.

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China Covid: Five deaths under country's new counting method

China has been experiencing a surge in Covid cases after restrictions were eased earlier this month.

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Elon Musk: Only blue tick users to vote in Twitter polls on policy

The billionaire says he will change the policy on Twitter votes after users say he should step down.

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Benin Bronzes: Germany returns looted artefacts to Nigeria

The return of 20 Benin Bronzes is part of Germany's efforts to deal with a "dark colonial history".

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Pakistan hostages: 33 militants killed at police station

The siege ended with all militants killed, and all hostages freed, the defence minister said.

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Lionel Messi World Cup Instagram post is most-liked ever

The Argentine footballer has picked up more than 57 million likes for his collection of photos.

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Paraguay jail break: Inmates escape through tunnel

Eight members of the international PCC criminal gang are on the run and one has been recaptured.

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You might think salt only goes on your food, but there's more than one market for the much-loved dinner essential. So where else does salt go ... and is there enough of it? Australia's most northern salt harvest just kicked off, but the end result won't end up on your table

You might think salt only goes on your food, but there's more than one market for the much-loved dinner essential. So where else does salt go ... and is there enough of it?

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A new project has begun the next phase of restoring the "kidneys of the reef" on a historic cattle station in north Queensland. How restoring these wetlands aims to offset carbon while improving the health of the Great Barrier Reef

A new project has begun the next phase of restoring the "kidneys of the reef" on a historic cattle station in north Queensland.

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Lionel Messi named BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of the Year

Lionel Messi is named BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of the Year after inspiring Argentina to World Cup glory.

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Will Elon Musk's ultimatum cost him Twitter?

The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman looks at the future of Musk and Twitter.

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World Cup 2022: Elation in Argentina, sorrow in France - fans react

The party has only just started in Buenos Aires, but in Paris the crowds have already gone home.

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An epic and sometimes violent battle led to the end of native-forest logging in Victoria's Otway Ranges, a victory some say made the region what it is today. A tourism jewel, this forest was once the site of a bitter fight over native-forest logging

An epic and sometimes violent battle led to the end of native-forest logging in Victoria's Otway Ranges, a victory some say made the region what it is today.

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Salang tunnel: 19 killed, dozens injured in fire

Officials say an oil tanker overturned and caught fire in a tunnel linking Kabul to the north.

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Canada's polar-bear capital Churchill warms too fast for bears

The amount of time without sea-ice is becoming too long for the bears to survive, experts say.

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World Cup final: Argentina beat France on penalties in dramatic Qatar showpiece

Lionel Messi leads Argentina to World Cup glory, beating France on penalties in one of the most thrilling climaxes in final history.

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ANC conference: Mkhize rivals Ramaphosa in tight ANC party race

The South African president is in a tight race with former Health Minister Zweli Mkhize to lead party.

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Scientists have made a "game-changing" breakthrough they hope will help Queensland's oyster farming industry survive the impacts of climate change. Heat-tolerant oyster breeding breakthrough as ocean temperatures rise

Scientists have made a "game-changing" breakthrough they hope will help Queensland's oyster farming industry survive the impacts of climate change.

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World Cup 2022: Fans count down the hours to final

Supporters in Buenos Aires and Paris are preparing for an historic World Cup final clash.

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Eurovision 2023: Ukraine chooses Tvorchi from bomb shelter

A Kyiv metro station and bomb shelter is transformed into a TV studio for the selection programme.

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The Amazon reef that may be threatened by oil drilling

Scientists say a rare reef habitat near the mouth of the Amazon is at risk from oil exploration.

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Taraneh Alidoosti: Top Iran actress who supported protests arrested

Taraneh Alidoosti is accused of "spreading falsehoods" about the protest movement gripping Iran.

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Dresden Green Vault robbery jewels recovered after heist

Police say 31 objects from Dresden's Green Vault have been recovered after a €113m robbery in 2019.

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Toddler survives being swallowed by hippo

The two-year-old in Uganda was rescued by a local man, who threw stones to fight it off.

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Brittney Griner vows to play this season after prisoner swap

The basketball star speaks for the first time since her release from Russian custody last week.

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Nigerian child chess prodigy granted US asylum

Tanitoluwa Adewumi rose to national stardom after winning a major tournament at eight years old.

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Jacob Zuma sues South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of ANC conference

Rivalry between South Africa's former and current president spills over into a possible criminal case.

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US-Africa: President Joe Biden courts the continent as rivals make advances

Washington makes a renewed effort to strengthen African ties in competition with China and Russia.

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Jane Fonda: Hollywood star 'feels blessed' her cancer is in remission

The Hollywood icon says her doctor has told her she can stop her chemotherapy treatment.

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Storm Efraín: Waist-deep floodwaters in Madrid metro after heavy rain

Video shows gushing water and submerged platforms as Storm Efraín forces several stations to shut.

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Power cuts in seven states as deadly winter storm and tornadoes hit US

Thousands of people remain without power as a devastating storm system sweeps across the US.

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US sues Arizona over shipping container border wall

The government seeks a court order to stop the building of the barrier and to remove the containers.

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Sudanese woman sentenced to stoning death will go to jail instead

She was initially sentenced to death by stoning for adultery, prompting an international outcry.

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Nizar Banat: Palestinian activist's family asks ICC to probe death

Nizar Banat's family submits a case against the Palestinian Authority over his death in custody.

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Ukraine war: Deadly attack leaves retaken Kherson with no power

Heavy shelling of critical infrastructure knocks out the power supply to the entire Ukrainian port.

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Twelve children among 39 rescued from migrant boat

A teenager is confirmed to be among the four people who died, while four others are still missing.

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Four in EU-Qatar bribery inquiry to stay in custody

The arrests follow a year-long investigation into an alleged bribery affair involving Qatar.

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French police search Macron party office and consulting firm

The raids are part of inquiries into the use of consultancies by France's president in 2017 and 2021.

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Barbados scraps laws banning same-sex acts

The nation becomes the third in the Caribbean to scrap colonial-era laws that criminalise gay sex.

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Olivier Vandecasteele: Iran jails Belgian aid worker for 28 years - family

Olivier Vandecasteele's family learnt of the sentence days after a prisoner exchange deal was halted.

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Venezuela corruption: Hugo Chávez's nurse guilty of money laundering

Claudia Díaz was the nurse of the late Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez, who named her treasurer.

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China consulate clashes: Six Chinese officials removed from UK

A pro-democracy demonstration turned violent outside the Chinese consulate in Manchester in October.

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Hams are the go-to for Christmas spreads this year due to dramatic rises in beef and lamb prices, while pork remains steady. Demand for Christmas hams soars as beef and lamb too expensive for lunch

Hams are the go-to for Christmas spreads this year due to dramatic rises in beef and lamb prices, while pork remains steady.

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Nice: Eight guilty over the deadly Bastille Day lorry attack

They are given jail terms from two to 18 years over the 2016 lorry attack that left 86 people dead.

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Elon Musk no longer world's richest man

His wealth has been hit as shares in his electric car maker Tesla have more than halved.

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Iran protests: 400 people sentenced to prison over Tehran unrest

Tehran's prosecutor-general says courts have handed the "rioters" jail terms of up to 10 years.

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Ukraine energy: Zelensky calls for 50 million lightbulbs

Ensuring Ukraine's energy supply is key to ending Russian aggression, President Zelensky says.

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US scientists announce fusion energy breakthrough

Researchers have overcome a major barrier to achieving low-carbon nuclear fusion.

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US inflation rate slows as fuel costs fall

US inflation rose 7.1% over the 12 months to the end of November, dropping from 7.7% in October.

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US-Mexico border: Long queue of migrants seen near El Paso

US authorities are preparing for a rise in crossings as Covid-era laws expire.

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Peru's new leader proposes early election amid protests

Dina Boluarte says she will ask Congress to bring elections forward by two years from 2026 to 2024.

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China to de-activate national Covid tracking app

It's a further sign that Beijing is moving away from its controversial zero-Covid strategy.

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The manager of a caravan park on the River Murray in South Australia warns people to prepare for the worst after her property was suddenly flooded over the weekend. 'Just get out': Warning from Murraylands caravan park manager after property suddenly flooded

The manager of a caravan park on the River Murray in South Australia warns people to prepare for the worst after her property was suddenly flooded over the weekend.

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Zimbabwe power outages hit businesses and families

Zimbabwe is only generating one third of its energy needs, hitting businesses and families hard.

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K-pop: The rise of the virtual girl bands

They may sing and dance like other musicians but they are made with artificial intelligence.

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Peru protests: Andahuaylas airport forced to close in deadly unrest

Andahuaylas airport is forced to shut as protests continue over the impeachment of President Castillo.

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Nobel Peace Prize: Russian laureate 'told to turn down award'

Yan Rachinsky, from rights group Memorial, tells the BBC he ignored the order from the Kremlin.

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Would you consider adding extra items to the Christmas food shopping list to help Aussie farmers facing oversupplies? From pineapples to red wine, how your Christmas spread can help Aussie farmers

Would you consider adding extra items to the Christmas food shopping list to help Aussie farmers facing oversupplies?

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Rita Moreno: If I wasn't Hispanic, I'd have had a different career

West Side Story icon Rita Moreno says discrimination left her with an unfair share of rubbish film roles.

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The stop-start beginning to the grain harvest has put WA growers behind schedule in what could be another record year. WA farmers eye another record harvest, but a Christmas finish is off the table

The stop-start beginning to the grain harvest has put WA growers behind schedule in what could be another record year.

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World Cup 2022: Morocco are 'Rocky' of tournament after beating Portugal

The marvellous Moroccans have lit up this World Cup - and their fans got reward by witnessing their side becoming the first from Africa to reach the semi-finals.

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World Cup: Watch Morocco fans celebrate historic win

Morocco is the first ever African side to reach the World Cup semi-finals after a win over Portugal.

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George Floyd: Ex-officer J Alexander Kueng sentenced for manslaughter

J Alexander Kueng is already serving time for a federal sentence for violating Mr Floyd's civil rights.

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King Charles and Camilla meet Ryan Reynolds in Wrexham

King Charles III and the Queen Consort visited Wrexham to mark its new city status.

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WTO says Trump's US steel tariffs broke global trade rules

The US said it disagreed with the ruling and would not remove the border taxes.

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Ex-MEP arrested over allegations of bribery by Gulf state

Prosecutors suspect the country tried to influence European Parliament decisions through bribery.

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Penguin Random House boss resigns after Simon & Schuster deal fails

The merger of the publishing giant with rival Simon & Schuster was scuppered by competition concerns.

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Kremlin critic Yashin jailed for 8 years for 'fake news' on Russia war

Prominent opposition figure Ilya Yashin gets more than eight years for discussing alleged war crimes.

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Pope breaks down in tears over war in Ukraine

Pope Francis stops mid-prayer as he starts crying while talking about the suffering of Ukrainians.

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World Cup 2022: Qatar tournament chief criticised for migrant worker death comments

The Qatar World Cup chief is criticised for saying "death is a natural part of life" when asked about a migrant worker's death at the tournament.

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Respect for Marriage Act: Why interracial marriage is also in the bill

The bill just approved by the Congress also includes interracial marriage - not protected by federal law until now.

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Celine Dion postpones tour dates as she reveals incurable health condition

The star has Stiff Person Syndrome, a neurological disorder with features of an autoimmune disease.

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Brittney Griner: Who is the freed US basketball star?

Griner, who was freed in a prisoner swap, is arguably the greatest-ever female basketball player.

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Brittney Griner: Russia frees US basketball star in swap with arms dealer Bout

The US and Russia swap jailed basketball star Brittney Griner for notorious arms dealer Viktor Bout.

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D'banj: Nigeria Afrobeats star arrested for youth fund fraud

Investigators say millions of dollars, intended to help unemployed youths, has gone missing.

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China zero-Covid: Hope and worry in Beijing as key policies scrapped

People in Beijing see a cautious return to life after China lifts its most severe Covid restrictions.

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Top US court hears case that could reshape elections

The Supreme Court case could drastically increase the power of state lawmakers over election laws.

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Janusz Walus: Killer of South African anti-apartheid hero Chris Hani freed

Janusz Walus was stabbed last week by another inmate, delaying his release in South Africa.

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Nigerians warned of TikTok video challenge virus

Officials say a social media trend is being used to infect devices with a dangerous malware.

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Taliban conduct first public execution since return to power

The execution is carried out before a crowded sports stadium after the man confesses to murder.

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David was moving cattle across his flooded farm when he felt "massive pains" in his chest. This is what he wants you to know. Farmers relive 'fairly scary' close calls in reminder to book heart check-up

David was moving cattle across his flooded farm when he felt "massive pains" in his chest. This is what he wants you to know.

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Elon Musk's Neuralink firm facing animal testing investigation - report

Staff have complained that testing is being rushed and is causing needless deaths, Reuters reports.

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Spain's former King Juan Carlos wins partial immunity in ex-lover case

A UK judge rules Juan Carlos is immune from claims pertaining to the period before his abdication.

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Iran protests: Ex-president Khatami says rulers must heed protesters' demands

A former Iranian president makes rare public comments praising anti-government protesters.

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Cristina Fernández: Argentina awaits verdict in VP's trial

Cristina Fernández is accused of leading a conspiracy to award public work contracts to a friend.

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World Cup: Korean ambassador parties despite his team's defeat

The South Korean ambassador to Brazil hosted a party as the two countries clashed in the World Cup.

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US Supreme Court weighs clash between free speech and gay rights

A woman's refusal to create wedding websites for same-sex couples has reached the Supreme Court.

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Iranian protester subjected to mock executions in prison - source

The 27-year-old was blindfolded and told he was to be hanged while awaiting trial, the source says.

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'I was Wikileaks' back-up'

Julian Assange gave me the files before they were in the press, the Pentagon Papers whistle-blower says.

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Spain cannabis: Police arrest 30 accused of disguising drugs as Ukraine aid

The cannabis was packed in boxes and moved in "solidarity convoys" to evade police, the Guardia Civil said.

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Bob McGrath: Sesame Street icon dies aged 90

The veteran actor was one of the founding cast members on the hit children's TV show.

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Miner Glencore pays $180m in latest corruption case

The Swiss-based mining firm strikes deal with Democratic Republic of Congo to settle corruption claims.

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Russia: Bodies of 2,500 seals found along Caspian Sea coast

The seals were found on the Caspian Sea coast, but officials do not believe they died violently.

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EU must act over distortions from US climate plan - von der Leyen

Ursula von der Leyen says the EU must act amid concerns within the bloc over US climate legislation.

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World Cup 2022: Fifa's Arsene Wenger criticises performance of protesting nations

Arsene Wenger has suggested that countries that protested at the World Cup saw their on-field performances suffer as a result.

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Iran executes four men over alleged links with Israel's intelligence service

The executions come at a time of heightened tensions in Iran after more than two months of protests.

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Syria: Protesters storm governor's office in southern city of Sweida

Protesters in the Druze-majority city of Sweida reportedly call for the overthrow of President Assad.

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Trump's call for 'end' of constitution condemned by Democrats

The White House says the former president's comments are "anathema to the soul of our nation".

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Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa leader won't resign, says spokesman

Cyril Ramaphosa is accused of keeping large sums of cash on his farm then covering up its theft.

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Ukraine war: Russia says it will not accept oil price cap

The measure - due to come into force on Monday - intensifies pressure on Russia over the Ukraine invasion.

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Pele in hospital: Messages of support from across football for Brazil great

Messages of support for Brazil great Pele are sent from across the world while the three-time World Cup winner is being treated in hospital.

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Elnaz Rekabi: Family home of Iranian climber demolished

Elnaz Rekabi became a hero of the protest movement after competing abroad with her hair uncovered.

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South Korea: Former security advisor arrested over border killing 'cover-up'

Suh Hoon is accusing covering up events surrounding the killing of an official by North Korea.

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Viking Polaris: Passenger killed after 'rogue wave' hits cruise ship

Four others were injured in the incident on board a cruise ship bound for Antarctica.

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The 'life-changing' electric suit

A special body suit for people with cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis and strokes has had some remarkable results.

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Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa leader's future in doubt amid scandal

South Africans wait with baited breath as ANC leaders adjourn crisis talks.

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Alex Jones files for bankruptcy after Sandy Hook verdict

He was recently told to pay almost $1.5bn (£1.2bn) for claiming a 2012 school shooting was a hoax.

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Poland says stolen Kandinsky auctioned in Germany

The German auctioneer suspends finalisation of the sale after an angry response in Poland.

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Ukraine war: Learning to survive in a Ladyzhyn, town with no heating

Ladyzhyn's 18,000 people went without heating for a week after Russian missiles hit its power plant.

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Kanye West Twitter ban: A timeline of the rapper's downfall

He's been banned from Twitter again after two turbulent months - but how did we get here?

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Drone footage shows deadly flooding in parts of Brazil

Thousands of people have been displaced after recent heavy rains in parts of the country.

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World's most expensive cities: New York and Singapore top list

The cost of living in both cities is now the joint highest worldwide, with Tel Aviv in third.

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India remittances set to hit record $100 billion in 2022

Remittances sent to low and middle-income countries have grown by 5% this year, says the World Bank.

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Florida woman sues Kraft mac and cheese over preparation time

The lawsuit says the company's three-and-a-half minute preparation time claim is misleading.

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Spain letter bombs: Spanish PM targeted amid spate of explosive packages

A number of explosive packages have been sent to high-profile targets, including Pedro Sanchez.

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World Aids Day: Why the Middle East lags behind in fighting HIV

It is one of only three regions in the world where the virus that causes Aids is still on the rise.

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