Kai Zhuang: Police in Utah say student feared kidnapped may be 'camping'

Police in Utah initially feared that missing Chinese student Kai Zhuang, 17, had been kidnapped.

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Benjamin Kiplagat: Ugandan athlete stabbed to death in Kenya - reports

Benjamin Kiplagat, 34, reached the semi-finals of the 2012 London Olympics in the 3,000m steeplechase.

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John Pilger: Campaigning Australian journalist dies

Throughout his career, the writer was a vocal critic of Western foreign policy.

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Paula Abdul sues Nigel Lythgoe over alleged sexual assault

The American singer alleges multiple instances of assault while the pair worked together.

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Israel-Gaza war: Displaced Gazans 'living in the open', UN says

The southern city of Rafah saw an influx of 100,000 people seeking shelter in recent days, UN says.

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'Shooting star' streaks through the night sky

Videos posted on social media show what appears to be a meteor flying over England.

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Can Donald Trump still run for president after Maine and Colorado rulings?

The states' rulings could have implications for his 2024 bid, but the Supreme Court is expected to weigh in.

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Afua Asantewaa: Ghanaian media personality ends 126-hour singing marathon

Afua Asantewaa's Guinness World Record attempt, which began on Christmas Eve, had a huge following.

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South Africa's shark spotters back in action as great whites return

The measures being taken to keep holiday-makers apart from great white sharks in Cape Town.

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Mbongeni Ngema dies: Tributes paid to South African theatre legend

Best-known for the musical Sarafina!, he showed the world the lives of black people under apartheid.

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Romania and Bulgaria to join Schengen border-free zone by air and sea

The Balkan states join Europe's border-free zone by air and sea, as talks on opening land borders continue.

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Liberia fuel tanker explosion kills more than 40

People were scooping for fuel after the crash, with some of the bodies reduced to ashes, medics say.

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Gypsy Rose Blanchard freed from US prison

A woman who killed her abusive mother in a case that gripped the US is released from prison.

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Zambia's Foreign Minister Stanley Kakubo resigns over cash-on-table video

The foreign minister says in his resignation letter that he is the victims of "malicious claims".

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France: Eiffel Tower staff strike on centenary of creator's death

The date of the strike was not picked at random as 27 December was the day of Gustave Eiffel's death.

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Huge Shakira statue unveiled in her hometown of Barranquilla

The statue measures 6.5m (21.3ft) and shows Shakira dancing in her characteristic hip-swivelling style.

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Daihatsu pauses production over safety scandal

The Japanese carmaker admitted it had falsified safety tests for many of its vehicles.

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Unaccompanied boy, 6, put on wrong US flight

Casper was meant to be flying to Fort Myers, Florida, to meet his grandmother but ended up 160 miles away.

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Russia warship: Explosion as ship hit by missile

The airstrike happened in Russian-occupied Crimea early on Tuesday morning.

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Plane held over trafficking fears leaves France

The plane, carrying about 300 Indian nationals, had been grounded over suspected human trafficking.

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Ukraine war: The frontline city Russia could seize again

People in Kupiansk say they "live in fear of death" as Ukrainian troops run low on ammunition.

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Pope: Free Israeli hostages and end the Gaza war

In a Christmas Day message, the pontiff pleads for an end to suffering of Israelis and Palestinians.

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Sri Lanka: Thousands arrested in week-long anti-drug operation

Almost 15,000 suspected criminals and addicts are detained in a week-long operation, police say.

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Watch: Kate surprises young footballer and his coach at party

Rico's coach Russell Gray was also at the event and joked he was 'hoodwinked' into meeting the princess.

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Slovakia arrest over threat to copy Prague attack

The suspect said he wanted to repeat Thursday's shooting in neighbouring Czech Republic, police say.

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A waterless loo that keeps the flies away could offer a healthy solution for a tricky problem in the Australian outback. A new kind of outback toilet gets a dry run, with 'huge possibilities' for remote tourism

A waterless loo that keeps the flies away could offer a healthy solution for a tricky problem in the Australian outback.

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Farming can be tough and normally the sound of rain is welcome, but for Tasmanian cherry farmers Gene and Laura, recent downpours had them "swearing and cursing", knowing their crop was unlikely to survive. Heartbreak for family farmers as rain devastates cherry crop ahead of season peak

Farming can be tough and normally the sound of rain is welcome, but for Tasmanian cherry farmers Gene and Laura, recent downpours had them "swearing and cursing", knowing their crop was unlikely to survive.

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India drone strike: Cargo ship attacked off Gujarat coast

The tanker is reportedly linked to Israel, and the strike follows Houthi attacks on Red Sea ships.

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Russia bans anti-war candidate from challenging Putin

A former TV journalist is barred from standing by officials due to "mistakes" on her application form.

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Plane grounded in France over human trafficking fears

The aircraft carrying more than 300 Indian nationals was on its way from the UAE to Nicaragua.

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Andrew Tate denied request to visit ill mother in UK

Andrew Tate says his mother "must be alone at Christmas" after his travel request was blocked.

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Sudan war: General Burhan blames fall of Wad Madani on 'negligence'

The army chief lambasts "negligent" commanders after a rival paramilitary group captured Wad Madani.

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Prague shooting: Several dead and dozens injured in university shooting

Dozens of people have been injured, Czech police say, and the gunman has been "eliminated".

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Nicaragua arrests bishop who prayed for jailed colleague

Isidoro Mora was detained after expressing his solidarity with a bishop who was jailed for treason.

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Talks on new pause in Gaza war gain urgency as Hamas chief visits Cairo

Hamas's leader is in Egypt to discuss a potential deal that could see more Israeli hostages released.

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JN.1 Covid variant: WHO charts its rapid global spread

Covid and other infections could rise in many parts of the world this winter, the experts warn.

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Airbnb fined A$15m for misleading Australian customers

Prices on the short-term lettings site were in US dollars rather than the lower value Australian dollars.

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Iceland's Reykjanes eruption won't cause disruption of 2010 volcano

The Reykjanes eruption will not lead to the same travel disruption caused by the Eyjafjallajökull volcano.

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Storms in US northeast kill four and leave thousands without power

Deadly flooding and high winds cancelled flights and closed schools along the US East Coast.

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Elderly French couple lose rare African mask case worth millions

A dealer bought the African mask from the couple for €150, reselling it for €4.2m.

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Paraguay jail: Fighting cockerels seized in deadly raid

Eleven inmates and a police officer were killed in a prison stand-off in the Paraguayan capital.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv forced to cut military operations as foreign aid dries up

A top general says diminishing foreign military aid is already having an impact on the battlefield.

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Gerard Depardieu: Museum removes actor waxwork amid sexual assault allegations

The Oscar-nominated French actor is facing allegations of sexual assault, which he denies.

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Watch: Flames engulf Guinea oil depot after huge blast

The blast at the African country's only oil refinery blew out the windows of local houses, witnesses say.

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Mexico violence: Gunmen kill 12 people Christmas celebration

The victims were young people who had gathered at a venue for a religious pre-Christmas event.

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Chaotic scenes as people run after lorries carrying aid in Gaza

The vehicles carrying aid through the city of Rafah in Gaza are being mobbed by crowds.

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Film director Otar Iosseliani dies aged 89

The Georgian-born director is known for films such as Pastorale and Favourites of the Moon.

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Paris joins calls for durable Gaza truce

Paris goes further than the UK and Germany, who stopped short of calling for an immediate ceasefire.

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Former South Africa president Jacob Zuma 'won't vote for ANC'

Jacob Zuma says it would be a betrayal to campaign for Cyril Ramaphosa and has launched a new party.

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Cardinal Becciu: Vatican court convicts former Pope adviser of financial crimes

Italian cardinal Angelo Becciu is sentenced to five-and-a-half years in jail for financial crimes.

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Hostage shooting incident 'against rules of engagement', IDF says

Three hostages were mistakenly killed in Gaza on Friday by Israeli troops in an area of intense fighting.

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Funeral for Al Jazeera cameraman killed in Gaza drone strike

Samer Abu Daqqa died of wounds after a drone strike while working for Al Jazeera at a school.

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What has Hungary's Orban got against Ukraine?

The Hungarian leader says his position is pragmatic as he argues Ukraine cannot win the war.

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Shipping firm pauses Red Sea journeys over attacks

Maersk temporarily stops its boats using the route after multiple attacks on vessels by rebels in Yemen.

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Ukraine councillor tosses grenades into meeting

Twenty-six people were wounded when the man entered the council meeting and detonated the grenades.

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Emmanuelle Debever: Prosecutors probe death of Gerard Depardieu accuser

Emmanuelle Debever, who alleged she was sexually assaulted, died after being found in the Seine.

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Nicholas Rossi: US fugitive loses appeal over extradition

Prosecutors want Nicholas Rossi returned to his homeland to face rape charges in Utah.

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Four arrests as Denmark foils alleged terror attack plot

Police say three people were arrested in Denmark and one in the Netherlands during dawn raids on Thursday.

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Brooklyn Nine-Nine's Andre Braugher in his own words

Here's a look back at the actor talking about his training, work and love for his audience.

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Colombian EMC rebel group to stop kidnapping for ransom

Kidnappings for ransom are on the rise, but the EMC rebel group says it will now stop the practice.

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Elon Musk's Tesla recalls two million cars in US over Autopilot defect

It follows investigation into crashes which occurred when firm's Autopilot system was in use.

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BBC announces restructure to India operations

A new, wholly Indian-owned company has been set up containing the BBC's six Indian language services.

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Zulu king's official crowning by President Rampahosa invalid, court rules

A South African court rules the president failed to comply with the law when recognising the new king.

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Israel determined to finish Gaza operation despite civilian suffering

A senior military adviser tells the BBC Israel will need more than a few more weeks to destroy Hamas.

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Golden Globe nominations: Barbie and Oppenheimer lead 2024 contenders

The ceremony honouring the best in film and TV will take place on 7 January in Los Angeles.

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US anti-missile base in Poland to start operations - Polish PM

The Redzikowo Air Base will become the US's second anti-missile base in Europe, after another in southern Romania.

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Israel-Gaza war: Video shows Gaza detainees allegedly 'surrendering guns' - what we know

A man in his underwear is filmed laying down weapons - but there are questions about what happened.

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Australian swimmers approach whale 'dangerously close' to shore

The humpback whale strayed into shallow waters, which caught the attention of swimmers.

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Smile Direct Club dentistry aligners firm shuts down

Best known for selling clear aligners remotely, it has shut down months after filing for bankruptcy.

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Once the saviour of stranded sailors on the Great Barrier Reef, Percy Island's goats are facing eradication by officials. But advocates hope that promoting the heritage breed for food will help protect them. These unique island-dwelling goats need saving, so advocates hope you'll eat them

Once the saviour of stranded sailors on the Great Barrier Reef, Percy Island's goats are facing eradication by officials. But advocates hope that promoting the heritage breed for food will help protect them.

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DR Congo President Tshisekedi compares Rwanda counterpart Kagame to Hitler

Félix Tshisekedi accuses his counterpart in neighbouring Rwanda of wanting to expand.

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Al-Mawasi: Gaza humanitarian zone not humane, evacuees say

Israel has told civilians to shelter in a "safe" zone, but people say it is not fit for people to stay in.

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Google admits AI viral video was edited to look better

Instead of the AI responding to voice and video, it was fed text prompts and still images.

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North Koreans deported from Chinese jails face torture, activists warn

About 600 defectors, believed to be mostly women, have not been heard from since their deportation.

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Denmark passes law to ban Quran burnings

MPs stop the "inappropriate treatment" of religious texts after a series of burnings of Islam's holy book.

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Watch: Video shows moment of huge explosion in Seychelles

A state of emergency is declared in the country after massive blast at an industrial area.

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Kenya follows Malawi in sending farm workers to Israel amid Hamas war

Kenya follows Malawi in sending casual farm workers to fill a labour shortage on Israel's farms.

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Venezuela accuses opposition politicians of treason over Essequibo

Fourteen people are accused of trying to undermine Venezuela in its tense border dispute with Guyana.

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Norman Lear: Sitcom writer and producer dies aged 101

He was best known for his trailblazing sitcoms in the 1970s and 80s including All in the Family.

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BTS tell K-pop fans: Don't wave us off at military bases

Band members RM, Jimin, V and Jung Kook urge fans to avoid send-offs when they report for duty.

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Essequibo: Venezuela moves to claim Guyana-controlled region

Guyana's defence forces are on full alert as Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro seeks to exert control over a disputed region.

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Putin lands in UAE for rare foreign trip

The Russian leader is also expected to visit Saudi Arabia to discuss issues including the war in Gaza.

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Bowen: US sets clearer red lines for Israel as ceasefire ends

If Israel kills as many in south Gaza as in the north, Biden will face some tough questions over US support for its ally.

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Ukraine: Russian official confirms general's death in action

A regional governor confirms the death in action of Maj Gen Vladimir Zavadsky, reported last week.

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Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan cuts short COP28 trip amid deadly floods

A rescue operation is underway after at least 50 die in the northern Hanang district.

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Ukraine war: Russia accused of killing unarmed Ukrainian prisoners of war

Kyiv investigates a video said to show two surrendering Ukrainian soldiers being shot by Russians.

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Video 'shows armed police approach Paris suspect'

Video posted on social media shows a man dressed in black who appears to be carrying a knife.

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Nelson Mandela's granddaughter slams "climate apartheid" by rich nations

Social activist Ndileka Mandela says "the global north is using economic and legal power to subjugate poor nations".

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Philippines earthquake: Tsunami warning after powerful quake hits

People near the coast in parts of the island of Mindanao were told to evacuate to higher ground.

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Russia LGBT: Police raid Moscow gay clubs, media say

The reported raids come a day after the country's Supreme Court outlawed the "LGBT movement".

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COP28: Big promises on oil but environmentalists wary

Countries and companies pledge more renewables and emissions cuts but critics say the measures fall short.

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French anti-bullying bikers accused of threatening headteacher

Members of a French motorcycle group against bullying are charged with threats to headteacher.

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UN says end of ceasefire 'nightmare' for people in Gaza

The resumption of fighting between Israel and Hamas is "catastrophic", Unicef says.

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Israel Gaza: How missiles and destruction quickly returned after ceasefire

A seven-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has ended, bringing with it explosions and bloodshed.

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Eating dog meat is a centuries-old practice in South Korea but now farmers are angry that the government is banning their industry. Dog meat farmers scuffle with police in South Korea over plans to ban the practice

Eating dog meat is a centuries-old practice in South Korea but now farmers are angry that the government is banning their industry.

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Shane MacGowan: Pogues singer dies aged 65

The Irish singer-songwriter, whose hits include Fairytale of New York, was unwell for some time.

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Shannen Doherty reveals cancer has spread to her bones

The Charmed and Heathers actress says she is "not done with living" in spite of her diagnosis.

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Kayaker's 20m drop down ice waterfall in Svalbard, Norway

Aniol Serrasolses' descent down a glacial waterfall in Svalbard is the biggest ever recorded.

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US charges Indian man in alleged assassination plot

The plot targeted a US citizen in New York who was part of a Sikh separatist group, prosecutors say.

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Marvel's Jonathan Majors in court over assault charge

The actor, who had recent roles in blockbuster films, allegedly had a ”domestic dispute” with his girlfriend.

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Cobre Panamá: Panama orders controversial copper mine's closure

Environmentalists warned the mine threatened water supplies and damaged Panama's coastal area.

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Anger and despair as Palestinians queue for supplies during truce

Palestinians are filled with anger and despair as they seek basic supplies during the truce in Gaza.

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Pet tigers remain in Ghana home despite Accra court order

A year after a court ordered the removal of the animals, they are still there.

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French serial killer's ex-wife tried for UK student murder

Monique Olivier goes on trial in France 33 years after Joanna Parrish was found dead in a river.

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Japan begins trial sales of prescription-free morning-after pills

Access to emergency contraception pills s normally available only with a prescription in Japan.

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Lightning and hailstorms kill 24 in western India

Heavy storms are unusual for Gujarat in winter, and the ferocious downpour caught many off guard.

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The generational ban, which would have stopped anyone born after 2009 buying tobacco, has been ditched by New Zealand's new government. Health groups angered after New Zealand scraps world-first smoking ban

The generational ban, which would have stopped anyone born after 2009 buying tobacco, has been ditched by New Zealand's new government. 

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Ecuador police arrest alleged leader of Los Lobos gang

Los Lobos is one of Ecuador's most powerful criminal organisations with thousands of members.

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For some Israeli hostage families, the painful wait goes on

There was a mix of hope and fear this weekend for the families of hostages expected to remain in Gaza.

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Elgin Marbles in UK 'like cutting Mona Lisa in half'

The Greek prime minister calls for the reunification of the artefacts, also known as the Parthenon Sculptures.

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Mikhail Kasyanov: Russia labels ex-PM and Putin critic 'foreign agent'

A critic of the war in Ukraine, Mikhail Kasyanov was PM during President Putin's first term.

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Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Rescuers to dig by hand to rescue trapped workers

Officials in India say the rescue operation could be delayed by a further four or five days.

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Watch: Moment Israeli boy reunites with dad after hostage ordeal

Nine-year-old Ohad Munder, held by Hamas for seven weeks, ran towards his father on Friday.

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Dublin riot: 'Huge destruction' after school stabbing leads to 34 arrests

Violence in the aftermath of a stabbing outside a school destroys police vehicles, buses and shops.

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Wilders Dutch vote: Centre-right VVD rules out role in cabinet

The decision by the Dutch VVD leader is a blow for Mr Wilders' bid to form a majority government.

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Mario Balotelli: Former Manchester City and Liverpool striker 'in good health' after car accident

Former Manchester City and Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli is "in good health" after being involved in a car accident.

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Clemence Mtenga: Tanzanian student killed in Israel was a 'leader' to classmates

Clemence Mtenga should have graduated from university this week - instead his body is being flown home.

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Ethiopia drought: Fifty die of hunger in Tigray and Amhara amid aid freeze

The US and UN paused humanitarian aid in the East African country after allegations of theft.

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Indonesia anti-corruption chief Firli Bahuri suspected of extortion

Firli Bahuri, head of the Corruption Eradication Commission, has not been detained and denies he's corrupt.

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Russian authorities crack down on abortion access amid demographic crisis

Authorities in Russia are aiming to limit abortion access in an effort to boost population growth.

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Blackpink react as King Charles name-checks them in Buckingham Palace speech

The K-pop stars were at Buckingham Palace on the first day of the South Korean president's state visit

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What we know about Israel-Hamas Gaza deal on hostages

The agreement should see Hamas release 50 hostages during a four-day pause in fighting in Gaza.

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Video shows car interior mauled by a trapped bear

Wildlife officials in Colorado say the animal likely entered the vehicle searching for food.

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Nicki Minaj responds to Nigerian fan's complaint about tour venues

A fan of the rapper is overwhelmed at her responding after asking Minaj to add Nigeria to her tour.

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Israeli strikes kill two journalists in Lebanon - PM

Two journalists and two other civilians are killed as exchanges of fire intensify along the border.

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Congo-Brazzaville stampede: Dozens killed during army recruitment drive

At least 37 people have died in a crush during an army recruitment drive, Brazzaville officials say.

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Albania: Opposition politicians set off coloured smoke bombs in parliament

The smoke flares and fire were part of an attempt to try and stop the chamber voting on the 2024 budget.

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Ukraine war: The Russians snitching on colleagues and strangers

In Soviet Russia it was common for people to report others to the authorities - now the practice is back.

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Napoleon's Ridley Scott on critics and cinema 'bum ache'

The director says his response to criticism from historians about his film would "have a bleep in it".

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Inside West Bank district under harsh Israeli lockdown since Hamas attack

In the fortified H2 area of Hebron, Palestinian residents are being forced off the street at gunpoint.

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Gaza war: Premature babies evacuated from al-Shifa hospital

The 31 babies are taken to southern Gaza, as Israeli troops control the territory's largest hospital.

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Israel orders evacuation Khan Younis in southern Gaza

The area hosts hundreds of thousands of people who had sought safety there after fleeing northern Gaza.

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Joseph Boakai: Who is Liberia's next president, set to replace George Weah

Opposition candidate Joseph Boakai is set to be Liberia's next president, but what do we know about him?

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Daisaku Ikeda: Influential leader of Japan's Soka Gakkai Buddhist group dies

Daisaku Ikeda, a well-connected ex-head of the Soka Gakkai group, greatly expanded its global reach.

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Kenya police: Much-criticised security force to get big pay boost

The 40% salary rise over three years is designed to increase morale as well as tackle corruption.

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Moldovan president's dog bites hand of visiting Austrian president

The pair had been walking in the Moldovan president's grounds when the etiquette faux-pas happened.

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Netanyahu says Israel 'not successful' at minimising Gaza casualties but blames Hamas

Israel's PM says efforts to spare civilians "not successful", but says Hamas puts them in harm's way.

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Kenya's parliament back Haiti mission despite court case

Lawmakers approve the sending of police officers even though a legal challenge is being heard.

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Dog survives 10 weeks in Colorado mountains beside dead owner

Rescuers in Colorado said the Jack Russell terrier had lost half her body weight when they found her.

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Paris Mayor Hidalgo trains sights on SUVs after e-scooter rental ban

Opposition council-members in Paris City Hall scent blood over the mayor of Paris's two-week trip.

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Aria Awards: Troye Sivan wins big and Kylie Minogue wins with Padam Padam

Kylie Minogue wins with Padam Padam at the Aria Awards, whilst Troye Sivan takes home four awards.

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Al-Shifa: What we know about Israel's raid on Gaza's main hospital

Israel says it has entered Gaza's largest hospital in a "targeted operation against Hamas".

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Bowen: Al-Shifa Hospital raid comes as clock ticks on war

Allies are starting to change their tune as Israel troops enter Gaza's largest hospital.

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UK family who fled Gaza fear for those left behind

Emad Abuaassi, who left with his wife and four children, says it is the "saddest moment" of his life.

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Takarazuka Revue: Japan theatre company sorry 'overworked' actress took her life

The all-female Takarazuka Revue apologised for "loss of life" but has not offered compensation.

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Uganda attack: Man charged with terrorism over honeymoon deaths

Abdul Rashid Kyoto is accused of killing British and South African honeymooners and their Ugandan guide.

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Colombian rebels try to justify kidnapping of Luis Díaz's father

Colombians are outraged after the rebels claim they have to resort to kidnapping because they are "poor".

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Australian club cricketer takes six wickets in final over to win match

Australian club cricketer Gareth Morgan takes six wickets in the final six balls of a match to seal a dramatic victory.

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Spain's conservatives rally against deal with Catalan separatists

Protests denounce a deal with Catalan separatists aimed at securing a new term for the Socialist PM.

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French police thwart €600,000 champagne heist

Thieves steal two truckloads of expensive bubbly but the loot is recovered after a high-speed chase.

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Mein Kampf found in Hamas base - Israeli president

Isaac Herzog told the BBC that Hitler's book was found at a site used by Hamas in northern Gaza.

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The Upton tractor transformed Australian agriculture and now holds a revered place in engineering history for its innovative design and pulling power. How Upton Engineering saw potential in WWII army surplus to change farming

The Upton tractor transformed Australian agriculture and now holds a revered place in engineering history for its innovative design and pulling power. 

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Almost half of Australia's agricultural produce comes from the basin, but at what cost to the environment? We ask those on the front line. How water buybacks are draining country towns in the Murray-Darling Basin

Almost half of Australia's agricultural produce comes from the basin, but at what cost to the environment? We ask those on the front line.

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Luis Díaz's father speaks for first time since kidnap

The Liverpool FC footballer's father spoke of his plight after being held by Colombian guerrillas.

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Pope Francis fires Texan bishop after criticism of reforms

Joseph Strickland is "relieved" from governance following a Vatican investigation.

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Jared Leto climbs Empire State Building

The actor becomes the first person to legally scale the US landmark.

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Germany hiking group reported to police as illegal migrants

Someone told police the group hiking through Saxony in eastern Germany were "foreigners".

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Poland's Tusk-led pro-EU opposition signs deal and waits to govern

Days after the PiS governing party is invited to try and form a coalition, the opposition says it is ready.

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Frank Borman: Nasa astronaut who led Apollo 8 moon mission dies

Tributes are being paid to Frank Borman who was part of the first mission to leave the Earth's orbit.

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Komfo Anokye kola tree: Ghana outrage after 300-year-old tree felled

The famous tree dates back to 17th Century Ghana and was reportedly planted by a renowned priest.

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Iceland volcano: Blue Lagoon closes over eruption fears

More than 20,000 minor earthquakes have been detected by Icelandic authorities since late October.

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Colorado funeral home owners arrested after 190 corpses found

Some relatives of the 190 deceased learned they may have been given fake cremated remains.

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Spain's Sánchez secures power deal with Catalan separatists prompting anger

Pedro Sánchez's agreement is attacked by conservatives in Spain as opening a back-door to tyranny.

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Sudan conflict: Thousands flee fresh ethnic killings in Darfur

Witnesses accused the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of targeting and killing non-Arabs.

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Ukraine gets European Commission backing for talks on Ukraine membership

The EU's executive praises Kyiv's "excellent progress" and EU states will make a decision next month.

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South Africa crime: Thieves put gun to Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga's head

Even for a country where crime levels are high, an armed attack on a cabinet member is rare.

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Mr Ibu: Nigerian Nollywood actor's leg amputated, family says

Relatives say John Okafor, known as Mr Ibu, has endured seven operations to save his life.

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Israeli archaeologists help find remains of Hamas attack victims

They have so far uncovered the remains of at least 10 people killed by Hamas gunmen a month ago.

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Germany agrees to consider UK-style plan on processing asylum abroad

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has pledged to "examine" whether asylum applications could be processed abroad.

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Airstrike interrupts BBC correspondent's live report from Gaza

The BBC's Gaza correspondent Rushdi Abualouf was talking to Radio 4's World At One.

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Gaza's Christians fear for survival amid Israel-Hamas war

The dwindling community battens down, caught up in a devastating conflict between Israel and Hamas.

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Ahed Tamimi: Israeli forces arrest Palestinian activist in West Bank

Ahed Tamimi, once jailed for slapping an Israeli soldier, allegedly posted a call to kill settlers.

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Musk says his new AI chatbot has 'a little humour'

The AI tool, designed to have a cheeky tone to its writing, is not yet widely available.

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Scottish first minister's in-laws return home from Gaza

The family of Scotland's first minister is reunited after his wife's parents spent weeks trapped in Gaza.

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Hamburg Airport hostage drama is over, police say

A man has been arrested after 18 hours, with his daughter apparently unharmed, police say.

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Too many sheep is bad news for farmers but the oversupply should drive down costs for customers. Australia's sheep industry is in downturn, so when will chops get cheaper?

Too many sheep is bad news for farmers but the oversupply should drive down costs for customers.

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Israel-Gaza war: Ceasefire would allow Hamas to regroup, says Blinken

The US Secretary of State says such a step would allow Hamas to carry out further attacks.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky says Israel-Gaza conflict taking focus away from fighting

One of Russia's goals is to draw global attention away from the war in Europe, says Ukraine's president.

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Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt fails to open for foreigners

Their exit has been halted in a dispute over evacuating injured patients, Palestinian sources say.

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Israel rebuffs Blinken's call for Gaza humanitarian pause

PM Benjamin Netanyahu says there will be no temporary truce without the release of hostages.

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Palestinian workers return to Gaza after expulsion from Israel

Israel says it is cutting all ties with Gaza, while the UN voices concern for the returnees' safety.

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What is Hezbollah in Lebanon and will it go to war with Israel?

Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, has praised the Hamas attacks on Israel.

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Bowen: Five new realities after four weeks of Israel-Gaza war

There are few known quantities in the conflict but some things have become clear, says Jeremy Bowen.

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Schitt's Creek star apologises for Depp-Heard costumes

The Schitt's Creek star dressed as Johnny Depp with a friend, who posed as his ex-wife Amber Heard.

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Woman arrested in Canberra after running up to plane on tarmac

Passengers filmed the moment the woman approached the cockpit at Canberra airport in Australia.

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Tsingtao beer worker urinated into tank after argument

The worker has been detained after a video of the incident went viral last month.

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Dancing Queen! Camilla in Kenya animal sanctuary visit

The Queen joined a traditional dance in Nairobi and stopped to feed orphaned elephants.

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Matthew Perry was in a good place in recent conversation, Friends creator says

Marta Kauffman says Friends star Matthew Perry was happy and chipper when they last spoke, two weeks ago.

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Uganda court fines US couple $28,000 for child cruelty

The couple had faced life in prison on charges of torture but agreed to a plea bargain.

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Luis Díaz: Colombians march for release of footballer's father

The father of Liverpool footballer Luis Díaz was kidnapped by armed men in his hometown in Colombia.

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Israeli President Isaac Herzog defends Gaza operation

Isaac Herzog also tells the BBC Israel has seen no progress in talks on the release of Israeli hostages.

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2034 World Cup: Saudi Arabia set to host after Australia does not bid

Saudi Arabia is in line to host the men's 2034 World Cup after Australia decides against bidding hours before the deadline.

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Mexico storm: Dozens still missing after Hurricane Otis hit

Forty-five bodies have been recovered but dozens of people have still not been found.

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Alexei Kuzmichev: Sanctioned Russian tycoon detained in France

Putin-ally Alexei Kuzmichev was held as French police carried out raids on his properties.

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Tanzanian students taken hostage by Hamas in Gaza named

The two students were taken from a kibbutz where they were on an agriculture internship.

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Kenya to become visa-free to African visitors

President William Ruto decries travel restrictions on the continent saying they inhibit commerce.

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Gaza hospitals struggle amid Israeli attacks

The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf gives an update on the situation at medical facilities across Gaza.

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Edgar Lungu: Ex-Zambia president makes political comeback

Edgar Lungu is aiming to capitalise on growing discontent with his successor, Hakainde Hichilema.

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Matthew Perry: Chandler Bing's funniest moments in Friends

Many of Friends' funniest scenes relied on Chandler's quick wit or social awkwardness.

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'We will win, we will prevail', promises Israeli PM

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is launching "massive air strikes" as it expands its ground offensive in Gaza.

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Israeli hostages' families anxious over military's Gaza plans

The defence minister will meet relatives after they demanded a briefing on the military's tactics.

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Congressman Dean Phillips launches 'moon shot' primary challenge to Biden

Minnesota Rep Dean Phillips' bid comes amid flagging poll numbers for Joe Biden among Democrats.

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Bela bill: South Africans face jail if children not in school

Parliament passes the biggest education reform since the end of apartheid in 1994.

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Russia hikes interest rates to 15% as inflation soars

The Bank of Russia raises rates more than expected to try to lower inflation and boost the rouble.

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Sharone Lifschitz's mother was freed but her father is still held by Hamas

Sharone Lifschitz is calling on the Israeli government to prioritise the release of hostages held by Hamas.

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UN agencies reduce Gaza aid operations as fuel runs out

The UN says it has enough to maintain water supplies for a day, after reducing support for hospitals.

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Swedish court clears dual national Skvortsov of spying for Russia

Sergei Skvortsov exported technology to Russia and prosecutors said he was a serious security threat.

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KFC shuts Lesotho stores over South Africa bird flu

Lesotho has banned poultry imports from South Africa, leaving the fast food chain short of chicken.

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Assessing Israel's overnight raid of the Gaza Strip

Israel's manoeuvre has been described as "a tactical operation", meaning it was limited in scope.

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Israelis and Palestinians fear worst to come after Gaza violence

The grim old routines that had settled on this conflict have been swept away, says Jeremy Bowen.

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'Shameful' rise in racism against black people, says EU survey

Racism towards people of African descent is "relentless and pervasive", EU rights agency says.

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Israel demands UN chief resign over Hamas attack comments

António Guterres condemned Hamas's deadly attacks but said they "did not happen in a vacuum".

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Gold One mine 'hostage situation': South African miners tell of escape

Hundreds of workers at a mine in South Africa are caught up in a dispute between two rival unions.

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STAYC - K-pop group in Rangers top 'mix-up' at Texas gig

The band mistakenly wore vintage jerseys of the Scottish football team instead of local baseball team the Texas Rangers.

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US politician Jeff Wilson arrested on Hong Kong gun charge

The state senator appeared in court after carrying the handgun in his luggage on a flight from San Francisco.

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Li Shangfu: China ousts defence minister

The defence minister has been officially removed after not being seen in public since August.

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Jay-Z answers the question: $500k cash, or lunch with... Jay-Z

The hip-hop billionaire is asked if he'd take a large sum of money, or a chance to listen to his own pearls of wisdom.

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Brussels shooting: Gunman who killed two Swedes had escaped Tunisian prison

Abdesalem Lassoued shot dead two Swedish nationals before a Euro 2024 qualifier game last week.

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Venezuelan opposition unites behind María Corina Machado

Ms Machado plans to challenge Nicolás Maduro in next year's presidential election.

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Stolen ancient artefacts from Ukraine recovered in Spain

Authorities say the Scythian gold was smuggled out of Ukraine in 2016.

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Israel carries out air strike on West Bank city Jenin

The Israeli military says space under a mosque was being used by Hamas to prepare "imminent" attacks.

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Rushdi Abualouf reports from a Gaza camp where thousands live in tents

Around 2,000 families who've fled their homes are struggling to find water, food and medication.

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Detroit synagogue president Samantha Woll found murdered

Samantha Woll's body was found in a city park not far from her home with stab wounds.

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Cairo Summit: Arab leaders reject forced displacement of Palestinians

Egypt hosts a peace summit in Cairo as the first aid convoy enters Gaza after two weeks of war.

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Israeli Arabs arrested over Gaza social media posts

Influencer Dalal Abu Amneh is among those to be held in a crackdown on Gaza-linked content.

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Gaza neighbourhood flattened and hospital told to evacuate

Intensive Israeli air strikes continue as Hamas-run health ministry says death toll passes 4,300.

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Kenneth Chesebro: Second Trump lawyer pleads guilty to conspiracy

Kenneth Chesebro admits conspiracy charge in 2020 election interference case in Georgia.

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Gaza war: Vigil aims to pressure Israel's leaders over hostages

There is anger about the failures that allowed Hamas to kill so many people and take hostages.

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French minister Darmanin spars with footballer Karim Benzema in Gaza row

The former French international threatens to sue Gérald Darmanin for accusing him of Islamist links.

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Instagram sorry for adding 'terrorist' to some Palestinian user bios

It says it fixed a problem "that briefly caused inappropriate translations" in some Instagram profiles.

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Gaza hospital: Breaking down video of Al-Ahli Arab hospital explosion

BBC Verify’s Merlyn Thomas examines video of the explosion.

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Sidney Powell: Trump ex-lawyer pleads guilty in Georgia election case

Sidney Powell will now testify for prosecutors at the trial where Donald Trump is a defendant.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv troop build-up reported across Dnipro river

Ukraine appears to be expanding its forces on the Russian-occupied left or eastern bank of the river.

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Night-time footage of raid targeting animal traffickers

More than 400 animals, mainly cats and dogs, were seized from a trafficking network in Spain.

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Pause for thought - Israel’s calculations before going into Gaza

For days now Israel has been preparing to invade Gaza - but why hasn't it launched it yet?

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People-smuggling ringleader jailed for bringing thousands into UK in boats

Hewa Rahimpur is given 11 years for heading a gang that brought 10,000 people to the UK in small boats.

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Greta Thunberg charged following Fossil Free London protest

The climate campaigner is accused of breaching the Public Order Act at a demonstration in London.

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Venezuela crisis: Government and opposition to resume talks

The two sides are reportedly close to signing a deal on conditions under which to hold elections in 2024.

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Ukraine 'destroys Russian helicopters in Berdyansk and Luhansk'

Special forces say they hit nine aircraft at bases in occupied Berdyansk and Luhansk.

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Van Gogh Museum pulls Pokémon card over safety concerns

The Amsterdam museum has decided to stop giving out the cards after reports of overcrowding.

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Ex-wife of IS 'Beatle' speaks out for first time

Dure Ahmed was held in a Syrian camp for more than three years, but has now been repatriated to Canada.

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Joseph Czuba: No bail for suspect in killing of Muslim boy in Illinois

Six-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume will be laid to rest in Illinois on Monday, a day after he was fatally stabbed.

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Putin in China aiming to strengthen anti-West coalition

Russian President Vladimir Putin makes a rare overseas trip to visit his most important ally.

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Can Jim Jordan become the next Republican House Speaker?

Jim Jordan feels "real good" about his prospects of winning the gavel, but he faces a maths problem.

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Hong Kong: 11kg suspected cocaine found in motorised wheelchair

A 51-year-old man could face life in prison after the discovery by Hong Kong airport officials.

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Khan Younis: A Gaza city on its knees, now with a million mouths to feed

A desperate and destitute tide of humanity has washed into Khan Younis. And there is no help.

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Ecuador chooses president during wave of violence

Ecuadoreans are casting their votes in the presidential run-off overshadowed by a violent crime wave.

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Eritrean asylum seekers in Israel: 'Our second country is bleeding'

Eritrean asylum seekers in Israel relocate for a second time following Hamas's surprise attack.

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Zaka: The volunteers giving dignity to Israel's dead

Zaka volunteers are used to being called to traumatic scenes, but nothing prepared them for the past week.

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Watch: Skies darken during annular solar eclipse

Stargazers witness a spectacular celestial event in parts of the US, Central and South America.

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BBC in Khan Younis: The scene is tragic

The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf says the city is struggling to cope as refugees from northern Gaza flood in.

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The Voice: Australians vote No in historic referendum

The country has overwhelmingly voted No to a proposal aimed at elevating First Nations voices.

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Searching for my peace activist mother in Israel

Yonatan Ziegen's mother Vivian Silver texted her son to say her home had been attacked.

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Russia to build nuclear plant to meet Burkina Faso's energy needs

The deal comes after junta leader Capt Traore asked President Putin to help set up a nuclear plant.

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Gaza: Drone footage shows aftermath of Israeli airstrikes

More than 1,100 people have been killed by strikes on the Gaza Strip so far.

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Nigeria diphtheria outbreak kills 600

A health official says it is "heart-wrenching" to see children suffer from a preventable disease.

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Inside the deadly instant loan app scam that blackmails with nudes

At least 60 people have killed themselves in India after being extorted by a global racket.

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Petr Pavlensky: Six-month sentence for Russian behind Macron ally sex video

Controversial artist Petr Pavlensky's online post scuppered Benjamin Griveaux's candidacy for mayor of Paris.

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Ugandan MPs reject birth control for 15-year-old girls

The deputy speaker calls the idea "devilish", saying it is not the way to tackle teenage pregnancy.

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Paraguay jail: Rioting inmates hold guards hostage

Guards are being held against their will during a riot in the overcrowded jail in the capital, Asunción.

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Elite Israeli soldiers gain control of border areas

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen reports from Kfar Aza in southern Israel.

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Warning AI industry could use as much energy as the Netherlands

A new study looks at the environmental impact of artificial intelligence if current trends continue.

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Drone captures flock of sheep crossing US highway

Timelapse footage shows the animals moving like a murmuration of birds near the city of Othello, in Washington state, USA.

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I lost 11 members of my family - earthquake victim

Entire villages were levelled after a 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck the province of Herat in Afghanistan.

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Gaming boss quits after furious pricing backlash

Unity powers hit games including Pokemon Go, and had wanted to charge developers extra fees.

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Driving through Gaza streets hit by Israel strikes

More than 500 people have died since Israel began striking the area in response to attacks from Hamas.

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Gaza: 'I wish I could be a normal child living with no war'

Children in Gaza have been expressing their longing for an end to the air strikes.

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Hamas hostages: 'My wife and children have been taken to Gaza'

Relatives desperately try to find information on loved ones thought to be taken hostage by Hamas.

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'Nobody could help us' - Shock and anger in Israel's Ashkelon

Many people are shocked at how their powerful security forces were overwhelmed by Hamas.

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‘I feel hopeless': Living in a country on the brink

Two years into an economic crisis and unable to hold their leaders to account, young Lao see no hope.

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Bavaria election results: Scholz coalition dealt a blow

Conservative and right-wing gains in Bavaria and Hesse will be felt across Germany.

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Joe Biden sends military aid to Israel after Hamas attack

The US president says he condemns the "unprecedented and appalling assault" by Hamas militants.

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Destroyed cars line road near Israel festival in chilling video

The remains of cars can be seen after militants attacked people attending an outdoor party.

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Afghanistan earthquake: Race to rescue victims in Herat Province

Hundreds are feared dead after the 6.3-magnitude quake hit remote villages in western Afghanistan.

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How an Israel music festival turned into a nightmare after Hamas attack

Festival-goers describe mass panic as they fled and hid in bushes as a trance music party came under attack.

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Cuts to flights and a slow return of international visitors post-COVID have been blamed for a slump in tourist numbers at one of Australia's most famous landmarks. NT tourism minister says Australians have 'social responsibility' to visit NT as Uluru tourism struggles

Cuts to flights and a slow return of international visitors post-COVID have been blamed for a slump in tourist numbers at one of Australia's most famous landmarks. 

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Watch: How Hamas' shock attack on Israel unfolded

Watch the footage of unprecedented scenes in Israel and Gaza, verified and explained by the BBC.

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Farmers say modest falls in retail prices over the past 12 months are nothing compared to the collapse in livestock prices, and supermarkets should have discounted meat sooner. The cost of meat is starting to come down, but not as quickly as farmers would like

Farmers say modest falls in retail prices over the past 12 months are nothing compared to the collapse in livestock prices, and supermarkets should have discounted meat sooner.

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People hide in homes as Palestinian militants enter from Gaza

People in towns near the Gaza Strip are phoning news stations saying they are trapped in their homes.

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Afghanistan earthquake: At least 15 killed and 78 injured in 6.3 quake

The 6.3 magnitude quake struck about 40km from the western city of Herat on Saturday morning.

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Mohbad death: Nursing assistant is prime suspect after Primeboy fight - police

For the first time, Nigerian police explain how Mohbad died in a case which has gripped the nation.

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Hroza: At the scene of deadly Russian missile attack

The BBC's James Waterhouse examines the scene of the ballistic missile strike in Hroza.

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Moment Tupac's murder suspect 'Keffe D' gets arrested

The 60-year-old former gang leader was indicted on one count of murder with a deadly weapon.

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Huwara: Violence flares in flashpoint West Bank town

A Palestinian is killed, and an Israeli car with a baby is shot at by a suspected Palestinian gunman.

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Russian airstrike kills 51 at a funeral in Ukraine

The attack in the Kharkiv region is described as one of the area's "bloodiest crimes".

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New York subway gunman sentenced to life in prison

Smoke bombs were set off in a crowded carriage before 10 people were shot in the 2022 attack.

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Putin makes nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile test claim

The Russian leader says testing of a global-range missile was successful, but that is not confirmed.

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Police rescue man handcuffed by fake officer

The man claiming to be a Homeland Security officer had a handgun, badge and car with blue lights.

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South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa moves to tighten porous borders with new force

The new border force is designed to curb rising illegal immigration - a major political issue.

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Mauritius' Supreme Court decriminalises same-sex relations

The island nation's highest court says the ban on gay sex does not reflect "indigenous values".

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Nazi card proves Dutch Prince Bernhard joined Hitler's party

The Dutch government confirms the late Prince Bernhard had a Nazi party card in his belongings.

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Building collapse in Havana's old town kills three

The Cuban capital is known for its historic buildings but many are so dilapidated they pose a danger.

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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the smoking age would be raised by one year every year beginning in 2027, meaning the younger generation would grow up "smoke free". British PM announces plan to ban cigarettes for younger generations

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the smoking age would be raised by one year every year beginning in 2027, meaning the younger generation would grow up "smoke free".

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Venice bus crash: Victims still unidentified almost 24 hours on

Three children including a baby are among the 21 dead after a bus plunged off a flyover.

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Iran hijab police accused of beating girl into coma

A rights group alleges Armita Geravand, 16, was attacked on Tehran's metro for not wearing a hijab.

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Quantum dots: TV screen crystals win Chemistry Nobel Prize

The nanoparticles create more precise colours and are used in TV screens as well as medical imaging.

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Caine Prize 2023: Senegalese married couple win African writing award

Mame Diene and Woppa Diallo are the first duo to win the prestigious Caine Prize for African writing.

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Paris bedbugs: BBC correspondent goes on the hunt as infestations soar

Paris correspondent Hugh Schofield searched for the insect in the French capital as infestations soar.

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Taylor Swift/ Travis Kelce romance reaches White House

Pentagon spokesman says he can "neither confirm or deny" reports about the most-talked about NFL fling.

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Lady Gaga wins case to keep $500,000 dognapping reward

A judge says the star does not need to pay $500,000 to a woman after her dogs were stolen in 2021.

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Lampedusa shipwreck: Sirens sound to remember Eritrean victims

An emotional memorial is held for the 368 migrants, mainly from Eritrea, who died 10 years ago.

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Khaled Khalifa: 'Larger than life' famed Syrian writer mourned

The BBC's Lina Sinjab remembers her friend and internationally acclaimed novelist Khaled Khalifa.

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Florida boy, 11, shoots teenagers after row at American football practice

Two 13-year-olds are stable after the attack at an American football session in Florida.

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DR Congo colonel sentenced to death over anti-UN protest killings

More than 50 people were killed after troops opened fire on anti-UN protesters in August.

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Mexico crime: Suspect held over young men's kidnapping

Prosecutors hope the arrest will shed light on the disappearance of five friends from Lagos de Moreno.

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Can Meta’s new VR headset stop me feeling sick?

The company's new VR headset retails at $499 - but can Mark Zuckerberg stop it making me nauseous?

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Ukraine war: First underground school to be built in Kharkiv

The new school will allow pupils to study safely in Kharkiv during Russian attacks, the city mayor says.

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Grizzly bear kills couple and their dog in Canada

Experts say more people outdoors is leading to more human-bear encounters.

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Dr Denis Mukwege: Nobel Prize-winner to contest DR Congo presidency

Celebrated doctor Denis Mukwege won over the world - now his sights are set on leadership back home.

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Johnny Kitagawa: Hundreds seek compensation over J-pop agency founder's abuse

More than 300 people seek compensation for being sexually abused by the late Johnny Kitagawa.

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Seaweed, cows and cutting-edge science: This is how Sam Elsom swapped fashion for farming to spearhead a revolutionary climate change solution. But he's facing a major obstacle. How a humble seaweed inspired Sam to build an innovative solution to climate change

Seaweed, cows and cutting-edge science: This is how Sam Elsom swapped fashion for farming to spearhead a revolutionary climate change solution. But he's facing a major obstacle.

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Ten Cuban migrants hiding in truck die in Mexico accident

At least 17 others are injured after the vehicle flipped over on a motorway in Chiapas state.

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Senegal's navy intercepts boats carrying 600 would-be migrants

They were attempting the dangerous crossing to Spain's Canary Islands - a gateway to Europe.

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Biden vows to stand by Ukraine, despite budget fiasco

Joe Biden says US support cannot be interrupted after military aid was excluded from a budget deal.

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Reverse migration: Why I'm moving from France to Algeria

Journalist Maher Mezahi writes that despite his immigrant father's cynicism, he fell in love with Algeria.

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Trevor Braun was struggling to feed his family during a devastating drought, so he decided to sell the family farm to focus on selling sweet treats. Farmers walk away from drought, distress to celebrate sweet food van success

Trevor Braun was struggling to feed his family during a devastating drought, so he decided to sell the family farm to focus on selling sweet treats.

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It's bears versus robot wolves in ageing Japan

As bear attacks rise in Japan's sparsely populated villages, robot wolves have become a solution.

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Last supermoon of the year captured on camera

A space enthusiast in Kathmandu, Nepal films the spectacle with his mobile phone through a telescope.

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Yallourn was built to house workers in Victoria's State Electricity Commission. It was dug up so the coal underneath could be mined. Locals still fondly remember Yallourn, the 'garden city' dug up for coal

Yallourn was built to house workers in Victoria's State Electricity Commission. It was dug up so the coal underneath could be mined.

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US one step closer to avoiding government shutdown

The House of Representatives approves a temporary funding solution - which excludes aid for Ukraine.

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Week in pictures: 23-29 September 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

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Evergrande: The rise and fall of the property giant's billionaire founder

Hui Ka Yan, the founder of a crisis-hit Chinese property giant, is under police surveillance.

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It's the scientific equivalent of finding a needle in a haystack. Heard of Queensland's food detectives? They just cracked an important case

It's the scientific equivalent of finding a needle in a haystack.

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Watch: '27 years' for Tupac - sheriff gets emotional

Kevin McMahill recalls the lengthy investigation as he confirms an arrest over the rapper's 1996 murder.

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New York City: State of emergency declared over flash flooding

Subway systems in New York City have flooded and a terminal at LaGuardia Airport is closed.

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Pastor Daniel: Claims that a Christian preacher has the power to tame lions are false

The viral video has spread to many countries in Africa, but does not show a church pastor taming lions.

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Man arrested in connection with Tupac Shakur murder in 1996 - reports

Las Vegas police arrest man in connection with murder of rapper Tupac Shakur in 1996, US media report.

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Sweden gangs: Army to help police after surge in killings

The military will provide help with analysis, logistics and explosives handling, the PM says.

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Sweden gangs: PM summons army chief after surge in killings

Ulf Kristersson says "everything is on the table" after three people are killed in 12 hours.

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The 11km tunnel would ease transport costs, saving trucks from traffic lights, congestion and frequent crashes, farmers say. Farmers warn pausing plans for Australia's longest tunnel will affect food prices

The 11km tunnel would ease transport costs, saving trucks from traffic lights, congestion and frequent crashes, farmers say.

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Trump loses bid to delay New York civil fraud trial

Mr Trump and three of his adult children are among witnesses who are expected to be called in the case.

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Gunman kills three in twin Rotterdam shootings - Dutch police

A 14-year-old girl and her mother among victims after attacks in two locations in the Dutch city.

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Family in Ireland gymnast racism row say apology 'useless'

The mother of a black girl not given a medal at a gymnastics event said officials showed "no empathy".

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Gaza-Israel tensions spiral amid closures and clashes

Pressure builds as Israeli closures over border violence hit Palestinian workers.

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Swiss glaciers record 'catastrophic' ice loss

The alpine ice fields have lost a further 4% of their volume this year, according to new statistics.

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'It's good to be home,' after 371 days in space

Astronaut Frank Rubio now holds the record for the longest continuous space flight in US history.

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Iraq wedding fire: How the blaze unfolded

Around 100 people have died and 100 others injured after a fire broke out during a wedding in Iraq.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenians rush to help ‘brothers and sisters’

Every hour, the number of people fleeing Nagorno-Karabakh climbs even further.

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NFL's Travis Kelce breaks silence on 'amazing' Taylor Swift

The sports star says his rumoured love interest's appearance at his game on Sunday was "awesome".

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Scientists get closer to solving mystery of antimatter

The elusive substance holds the key to discovering how the Universe was formed.

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Travis King in US custody after North Korea expulsion

It comes after a North Korean news agency said the country had decided to "deport" the 23-year-old.

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Amazon: US accuses online giant of illegal monopoly

The Federal Trade Commission alleges Amazon uses "unfair" and "illegal" strategies to keep power.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: Almost 30,000 refugees have fled to Armenia

The exodus comes as the Armenian prime minister warns of ethnic cleansing in the region.

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Canada's Speaker Anthony Rota resigns after Nazi in parliament row

Anthony Rota resigns after unwittingly praising a 98-year-old Ukrainian who fought for a Nazi unit.

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JP Morgan settles Epstein lawsuits with US Virgin Islands and Jes Staley

It will pay the US Virgin Islands to resolve a lawsuit over its alleged ties with the convicted sex offender.

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Landmark Saudi and Israeli trips as normalisation talks progress

Hours after a Saudi envoy visits the West Bank, an Israeli minister attends a UN event in Riyadh.

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'France takes us for idiots' - Inside coup-hit Niger

The BBC gains access to the West African country which is among the world's most deadly for jihadist attacks.

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Russia shows video to prove top commander is alive

Ukraine is "clarifying" its recent reports that Russia's Admiral Sokolov died in a missile attack on Friday.

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The Philippine coastguard removes a floating cordon installed by Chinese vessels blocking access to a prime fishing patch which the Philippines said was in violation of international law. Philippines executes 'special operation' to remove floating barrier in South China Sea

The Philippine coastguard removes a floating cordon installed by Chinese vessels blocking access to a prime fishing patch which the Philippines said was in violation of international law.

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South China Sea: Philippines Coast Guard cuts barrier

The Philippines says it has executed a "special operation" to remove a floating barrier in the South China Sea.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: Voices of Armenians fleeing

Thousands of people are fleeing the disputed region often leaving without belongings or food.

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Faramarz Javidzad: US-Iranian dual national dies at Evin prison

Iranian authorities deny claims that Faramarz Javidzad's death was due to a lack of medical care.

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South China Sea: Philippines removes Chinese barrier in contested area

The Philippines says it has removed a floating barrier installed by Beijing in the South China Sea.

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Ukraine war: Training to clear the world's most heavily mined country

How British military bomb disposal teams are helping Ukrainian engineers clear Russian minefields.

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With black eyes, bruised arms, and threatened with a shot gun, Kate knew she had to leave a violent relationship on a farm in rural Western Australia. But she faced a big question — how? 'I'm going to bury you alive': Domestic violence survivor speaks out after ex-partner sentenced

With black eyes, bruised arms, and threatened with a shot gun, Kate knew she had to leave a violent relationship on a farm in rural Western Australia. But she faced a big question — how?

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Niger coup: Macron says France to withdraw troops and ambassador

French president says ambassador will leave and all military cooperation will end in "the months to come".

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Woman's body found in jaws of 13ft Florida alligator identified

A witness raised the alarm after seeing the large animal clutching human remains in a canal.

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Olympic winner slams black Irish girl's medal snub

The Olympic champion says "there is no room for racism in sport" after footage from Ireland went viral.

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Man gored to death by bull at Spanish festival

Friend also injured by same animal during the Pobla de Farnals festival in the Valencia region.

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Rare 'Dumbo' octopus filmed on deep sea live stream

An octopus with ear-like fins resembling the Disney character was filmed at a depth of more than 1,000 metres.

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TikTok frenzies 'putting police and schools under strain'

The warning comes after a BBC investigation into disruption driven by the social media platform's algorithms.

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Rice is agriculture's second-largest methane emitter, surpassing beef, but a small group of growers is producing a rain-fed crop, with a smaller environmental footprint. The problem is they can't export it. Farmers want to export 'climate-smart' rice — but an old law stands in their way

Rice is agriculture's second-largest methane emitter, surpassing beef, but a small group of growers is producing a rain-fed crop, with a smaller environmental footprint. The problem is they can't export it.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: BBC reporter gets rare access inside conflict-hit region

Journalists' access to the region has been tightly controlled since the Azerbaijan's military recent assault.

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Video shows car rolling over and narrowly missing officer

A regular car chase became a near-death experience when a suspect’s car swerved off the road.

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Ukraine war: Moment missile hits Russia's Black Sea fleet HQ

Video verified by the BBC shows a Ukrainian missile hitting Russia's Black Sea fleet HQ in Crimea.

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Dimethoate is already banned in Europe, and now Australia's chemical regulator has suspended its post-harvest use on the popular fruits, so what's the risk if you've been eating them for years? This neurotoxin is now suspended from use on mangoes and avocados after harvest, so why not oranges?

Dimethoate is already banned in Europe, and now Australia's chemical regulator has suspended its post-harvest use on the popular fruits, so what's the risk if you've been eating them for years?

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Ukraine hits HQ of Russia's symbolic Black Sea navy

The attack comes as Ukraine's president made an unannounced visit to meet Canada's PM in Ottawa.

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Chandrayaan-3: Indian space agency Isro says no signal yet from Moon lander

Chandrayaan-3 was dormant during lunar night, but the extreme cold could have harmed its batteries.

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Russian TV teases launch of Tucker Carlson show

The ex-Fox News anchor appears in a trailer on state-run Rossiya 24 but exact details are not clear.

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Arunachal Pradesh: India-China border row flares over athlete visas

Beijing denies claims three Indian fighters are unable to enter China for the Asian Games.

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MohBad mourners teargassed at Nigeria's Lekki toll gate after Lagos concert

It happened after a memorial concert in Lagos for MohBad, who died last week aged 27.

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Where Ukraine’s army of amputees go to repair their lives

Orla Guerin visits a hospital and clinic in Ukraine, where 15,000 lost limbs in the first half of 2023.

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Brand exposed himself then laughed about it on air, says woman

The incident, which happened in Los Angeles in 2008, is the first time Brand has been heard publicly admitting sexual misconduct.

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Who is Rupert Murdoch?

Revered and feared, the tycoon has built a global media empire on four continents.

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Rupert Murdoch's media empire through the years

He built one of the world's most powerful media empires - here are some of his biggest acquisitions.

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Queen Camilla and Brigitte Macron play table tennis

King Charles and Queen Camilla are in France for the second day of a three-day state visit

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South Africa to clear Covid lockdown criminal records

More than 400,000 people were arrested for breaking some of the world's toughest lockdown restrictions.

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Research into varroa mite is expected to surge after Australia waved the white flag in its fight to eradicate the pest from New South Wales, a decision that is also expected to increase beekeeping costs. Will living with varroa mite make Australian honey and food more expensive?

Research into varroa mite is expected to surge after Australia waved the white flag in its fight to eradicate the pest from New South Wales, a decision that is also expected to increase beekeeping costs.

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Armenia protests follow Nagorno-Karabakh ceasefire

Thousands of people take to the capital's streets, angry at how Armenia handled the crisis.

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Tasmanian beekeepers are on alert after the mainland gave up on eradicating the varroa mite — but one local apiarist sees the march of the deadly parasitic pest as an "opportunity" for the island's industry. Will the 'moat' of Bass Strait keep varroa mite at bay and save Tasmania's bees?

Tasmanian beekeepers are on alert after the mainland gave up on eradicating the varroa mite — but one local apiarist sees the march of the deadly parasitic pest as an "opportunity" for the island's industry.

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EU demands answers about Poland visa scandal

The Polish government is embroiled in allegations that migrants were illegally sold visas.

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Donald Trump: Hackers claim ex-President dead on son's X account

A post claiming the ex-president had died is among a string of now-deleted messages posted on his son's account.

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MohBad: Nigerian fans demand justice after Afrobeat star's death

Demonstrators want to know how popular 27-year-old singer Mohbad died last week.

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Quobna Cugoano: London church honours Ghanaian-born freed slave and abolitionist

Quobna Cugoano was captured by slavers aged 13 but later played a big part in the UK abolition movement.

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A Tasmanian company developing seaweed supplements to reduce cow farts and burps is recognised by a prestigious environmental prize set-up by Prince William and Sir David Attenborough. Plan to tackle cow farts and burps catches attention of Prince William-backed prize

A Tasmanian company developing seaweed supplements to reduce cow farts and burps is recognised by a prestigious environmental prize set-up by Prince William and Sir David Attenborough.

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How India-Canada ties descended into a public feud

The rift between two strategic partners erupted over a Sikh separatist leader's murder in Canada.

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The WA government directs the Department of Mines Industry Regulation and Safety to introduce legislative amendments and develop a new code of practice after a report finds the incident was largely preventable. Driver used 'all three onboard fire extinguishers with little success' before truck explosion, report says

The WA government directs the Department of Mines Industry Regulation and Safety to introduce legislative amendments and develop a new code of practice after a report finds the incident was largely preventable.

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As Australia experiences "bigger … hotter fires", experts say buffel grass — which is now found in every state and territory — poses a growing bushfire risk. Invasive grass with role in deadly Maui blaze 'absolutely a threat' to Australian lives

As Australia experiences "bigger … hotter fires", experts say buffel grass — which is now found in every state and territory — poses a growing bushfire risk.

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After her husband and daughter died in a car crash, Kris McMillan's son bought her a Labrador-cross for company. Max will never go without — but as the cost-of-living crisis worsens, not all pets are so lucky. When money is tight, Kris will go without food before letting her dog's bowl go empty

After her husband and daughter died in a car crash, Kris McMillan's son bought her a Labrador-cross for company. Max will never go without — but as the cost-of-living crisis worsens, not all pets are so lucky.

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It's not so easy to tinker under the bonnet of the family car anymore so the next generation is gaining skills in electronics in new-look careers. Mechanical apprentices pivot to keep up with electric vehicles, autonomous tractors

It's not so easy to tinker under the bonnet of the family car anymore so the next generation is gaining skills in electronics in new-look careers.

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India could be behind killing of Canadian Sikh - Trudeau

Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead outside of a Sikh temple on 18 June in British Columbia.

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It's barely detectable to the human eye, but a microscopic parasite has decimated wombat populations across south-east Australia. Now, researchers have a better idea of how outbreaks occur, as they continue working to find ways to rescue the iconic marsupial from a "horrible, slow death". Wombat researchers' new theory in ongoing fight against the mite

It's barely detectable to the human eye, but a microscopic parasite has decimated wombat populations across south-east Australia. Now, researchers have a better idea of how outbreaks occur, as they continue working to find ways to rescue the iconic marsupial from a "horrible, slow death".

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Ukraine sues EU neighbours over food imports ban

Kyiv says Slovakia, Poland and Hungary act illegally - but they say they need to protect their farmers.

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Danish artist told to repay museum €67,000 after turning in blank canvasses

Jens Haaning was given about €67,000 by a Danish museum to create art, but sent it blank canvasses.

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War in Ukraine: Is the counter-offensive making progress?

Ukraine's generals say they have broken through Russia's first line of defence in the south.

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Brexit: Labour will seek re-write of deal, Starmer says

The agreement is due for review in 2025, which the Labour leader says is a key moment to reset relations.

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Inside South Africa's Operation Dudula vigilantes: 'Why we hate foreigners'

BBC Africa Eye gains rare access to Operation Dudula, South Africa's prominent anti-migrant movement.

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Libya: Greek rescuers among those killed in road collision

Members of a Libyan family also died in the crash and several other people were seriously injured.

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Libya floods: The bodies left unrecognisable by disaster

Doctors are struggling to identify the remains which have been found as the death toll rises.

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Drew Barrymore apology: Star halts talk show until writers strike ends

She issued a tearful apology for continuing her talk show while her unionised writers were on strike.

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Morocco earthquake: The scars, the rubble and the spirit to rebuild

Morocco's earthquake destroyed lives but survivors are picking themselves up, James Copnall finds.

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Sudan conflict: Risking lives to bury the dead in Omdurman

Zeinab Mohamed Salih writes about how dangerous it was to bury her grandmother in war-hit Sudan.

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After swapping their demanding jobs and cosmopolitan life in inner Melbourne for a bush block in Queensland, Jennifer Nini and Ben McGuire haven't looked back. Leaving city crowds behind, this couple has found contentment by flower farming in country Queensland

After swapping their demanding jobs and cosmopolitan life in inner Melbourne for a bush block in Queensland, Jennifer Nini and Ben McGuire haven't looked back.

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Turin: Girl, 5, killed after Italian military jet crash

Video footage appears to show he pilot ejecting from the plane as it starts to fall from the sky.

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Mahsa Amini: Protesters mark one year since death of Iranian student

Thousands of people around the world have taken to the streets to mark the anniversary of her death

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Libya floods: A barren wasteland with a lingering smell of death

With lives in Libya washed away, anger mounts as people ask why they were told to stay at home.

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Libya flood: 'There's a smell of decay and death in the air'

The BBC's Anna Foster is in Libya, a week on from devastating floods in the region.

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The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 87 seconds

Spain's Women's World Cup success has been overshadowed by the actions of Luis Rubiales during celebrations.

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Trevor Noah jumps into fan's car to beat traffic in Johannesburg

The ex-Daily Show host's ordeal played out live on air as he ran late for an interview in Johannesburg.

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Morocco earthquake: The teacher who lost all 32 of her pupils

A teacher tells the BBC all 32 of her pupils died after tremors struck a mountain village.

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September's devastating floods - in 66 seconds

A look back at some of the calamitous floods that have occurred around the world in just the first half of this month.

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Wagner group formally banned as terror organisation in the UK

The move comes just weeks after the death of the group's founder Yevgeny Prigozhin.

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Mexican police officers convicted over 2021 migrant killings

The officers are convicted of killing 17 migrants found in a burnt truck near the US border in 2021.

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Libya flooding: CCTV shows cars swept away in Derna

Large parts of the city of Derna were destroyed after two dams burst, with thousands killed.

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France's Carrefour puts up 'shrinkflation' warning signs

Carrefour is telling its customers which products are smaller than they used to be.

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Nasa's UFO report: What we learned from UAP study

Nasa's long-awaited report aims to demystify how it investigates unexplained phenomena.

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Danelo Cavalcante: Captured US jail fugitive planned to flee to Canada

Danelo Cavalcante also reportedly said officers came so close at times they almost stepped on him.

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North Korea's Kim Jong Un to stay in Russia for several days

Meanwhile Vladimir Putin has "gratefully" accepted an invitation to visit North Korea, Kremlin says.

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'Worse than death itself': Survivors describe Libya floods

Residents of Derna tell the BBC how they got out alive as floodwaters smashed through the city.

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Drug lord El Chapo's wife released from prison

Coronel, 34, had admitted helping Guzmán run the Sinaloa drugs cartel and aiding his prison escape.

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Libya floods: 5,300 dead amid calls for humanitarian support

As victims in Derna are buried in mass graves, rescuers say they are desperate for more help.

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Police dog catches crawling US fugitive

Danelo Cavalcante, 34, resisted arrest in a wooded area after an aircraft picked up his heat signal.

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Watch the arrest of US fugitive Danelo Cavalcante

Heavily armed officers cut fugitive's shirt off and handcuffed him - then lined up for a group shot.

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Morocco earthquake: Before and after pictures show devastation

Satellite images of mountain villages reveal large numbers of collapsed buildings following the quake.

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Libya floods: Why damage to Derna was so catastrophic

A visual guide to why heavy rain caused such devastation and killed so many people in the city of Derna.

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A northern Victorian abattoir makes a decision to stop its organic service kills, leaving farmers struggling to process their animals to a certified standard. Organic meat sales 'will basically stop' as abattoir stops processing certified animals, farmers warn

A northern Victorian abattoir makes a decision to stop its organic service kills, leaving farmers struggling to process their animals to a certified standard.

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Kim Jong Un receives red carpet welcome into Russia

The North Korean leader is expected to meet President Vladimir Putin in Russia.

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Three reasons Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin might want to be friends

From shared enemies to a reliance on China, Russia and North Korea have a few things in common.

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Morocco earthquake: 'The destruction is complete, vast'

Hassan Ghani Sheikh from Islamic Relief Worldwide says people in the earthquake zone are traumatised and helpless.

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House of Representatives to open Biden impeachment inquiry, Kevin McCarthy says

Senior Republican Kevin McCarthy says the inquiry will investigate allegations of abuse of power.

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River of red wine floods Portuguese village after distillery mishap

More than 2.2 million litres of wine flowed through the streets of a Portuguese village after an accident.

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Kim Jong Un crosses Russian border for talks with Putin

The two leaders could meet at the Vostochny space centre in Russia's far east, according to reports.

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Russia targeted civilian cargo ship with cruise missile - UK

UK officials say Moscow fired at the ship in Odesa port, with the attack stopped by air defences.

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Ein el-Hilweh: Deadly clashes resume in Palestinian camp in Lebanon

At least 10 people have reportedly killed in intense fighting between rival groups at Ein el-Hilweh.

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Mark Dickey: US man trapped in Turkey cave nears surface

Rescuers hope he will reach the surface sometime on Monday evening or on Tuesday local time.

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Danelo Cavalcante: Escaped US killer shaves beard as search widens

More sightings of Danelo Cavalcante, including one of him clean shaven, are made outside police perimeter.

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Sara Sharif death: Pakistan police take children from grandfather's house

The five children were taken by police in an afternoon raid, Sara Sharif's grandfather tells the BBC.

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Spanish FA president Rubiales to resign over kiss

Luis Rubiales resigns as president of the Spanish Football Federation after widespread criticism for kissing forward Jenni Hermoso at the Women's World Cup.

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Hansi Flick sacked by Germany as Euro 2024 hosts lose patience

Hansi Flick is dismissed as manager of Euro 2024 hosts Germany following a poor run of results.

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Morocco earthquake: Race against time to save survivors buried in rubble

Villagers dig by hand to find those still trapped, with few signs of an official response in some areas.

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Morocco: Inside village with 90 people dead after quake

The BBC's Nick Beake is on the ground in Tafeghaghte after a powerful earthquake hit Morocco's High Atlas Mountains.

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Sudan conflict: Dozens killed in attack on Khartoum market, medics say

The attack in Khartoum killed at least 35 as fighting between factions continues, a charity says.

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Morocco earthquake: CCTV footage shows man narrowly avoiding building collapse

CCTV shows the moment rubble begins to fall from a building onto the street where a man is standing.

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Michelle Leonard, the NSW AgriFutures Rural Woman of the Year, has devoted her career to inspiring young people in regional areas to explore music. Travelling thousands of kilometres every year to inspire regional children with music

Michelle Leonard, the NSW AgriFutures Rural Woman of the Year, has devoted her career to inspiring young people in regional areas to explore music.

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Ruby Franke and 8 passengers: The rise and fall of a parenting influencer

A woman who shot to fame giving parenting advice has been charged with six counts of child abuse

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With just under 80,000 head of cattle at any one time, this company is left to manage 100,000 tonnes of manure a year. This feedlot has one of the largest piles of manure to remove. Now it is being turned into a commodity

With just under 80,000 head of cattle at any one time, this company is left to manage 100,000 tonnes of manure a year.

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Johannesburg fire: Inside a 'hijacked' South African building

A resident describes her life inside one of South Africa's 'hijacked' buildings.

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Kim Jong Un marks North Korea's anniversary with parade

Russia congratulates Kim Jong Un amid rumours of a possible meeting between him and Vladimir Putin.

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Australia is still hoping to eradicate the pest but some beekeepers say it is time to manage its presence instead of destroying established hives. Varroa mite is common in most parts of the world. This is how they've learned to live with the deadly bee parasite

Australia is still hoping to eradicate the pest but some beekeepers say it is time to manage its presence instead of destroying established hives.

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Gabon coup: New PM tells BBC country should hold elections within two years

Raymond Ndong Sima, newly installed after a military coup, says it will take time to transition.

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G Marimuthu: Indian film industry mourns popular actor

G Marimuthu, who died of a heart attack, acted in more than 50 Tamil films and starred in a TV drama.

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Sylvester Stallone shadow boxes with the Pope

The Rocky actor threw some air punches with the pontiff during a meeting at the Vatican.

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Georgia grand jury recommended charging three US senators

But prosecutors ultimately did not indict Lindsey Graham and other Trump allies on election charges.

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Elon Musk says he withheld Starlink over Crimea to avoid escalation

A senior Ukrainian official says this enabled Russian attacks and accuses him of "committing evil".

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Thodex cryptocurrency boss jailed for 11,196 years in Turkey for fraud

Faruk Fatih Ozer was found guilty of defrauding millions of dollars from investors in his collapsed Thodex platform.

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Greek floods: PM Mitsotakis warns of very unequal battle with nature

Rescuers try to reach hundreds of people trapped by floods in Greece where seven people have died.

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Vincent Van Quickenborne: Belgian justice minister apologises for 'Pipigate' scandal

Vincent Van Quickenborne has received criticism after guests at his birthday urinated on a police van.

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G20 summit: What do the people of Delhi think about the event?

India's capital Delhi has undergone a makeover as it prepares to host world leaders.

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George Santos: Internal campaign research raised red flags before his election

An internal "vulnerability report" with multiple concerns about his CV was sent to top Republicans.

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Danelo Cavalcante: Escaped inmate has history of abuse and violence

The killer was wanted for shooting a man in Brazil before he murdered his girlfriend in the US.

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Mark Dickey: Huge rescue mission for US man deep in Turkey cave

Mark Dickey has been stuck in the Morca Cave since Saturday after suffering gastrointestinal bleeding.

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Trump suffers loss in second E Jean Carroll defamation case

A judge has ruled that Donald Trump is liable for defaming the writer who accused him of rape.

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Scientists grow whole model of human embryo, without sperm or egg

The research helps understanding of the earliest moments of life and the reasons behind infertility.

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Florida man arrested after trying to cross Atlantic in hamster wheel vessel

Reza Baluchi tried to "run" from Florida to London in a homemade vessel during hurricane season.

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DNA exonerates man 47 years after rape conviction

It is believed to be the longest standing wrongful conviction to be overturned in the US.

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Ukraine war: Romania reveals Russian drone parts hit its territory

Russian drones have been hitting Ukrainian port facilities on the border with Nato member Romania.

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Luis Rubiales: Jenni Hermoso files legal complaint over Women's World Cup final kiss

Jenni Hermoso has filed a legal complaint over the kiss by Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales after the Women's World Cup final.

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Ukraine: At least 17 dead in missile attack on market

Officials in Russia have not yet claimed responsibility for the strike in the eastern city of Kostyantynivka.

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Deezer and Universal to launch 'artist-centric' streaming model

The new streaming model will generate bigger royalties for artists that people choose to listen to.

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Sand dredging devastating ocean floor, UN warns

Around six billion tonnes of sand is dredged from the world's oceans every year, a new report says.

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Australia's most ambitious environmental reform is about to get a shake-up, so here's your guide to why we have a Murray-Darling Basin Plan and how it might change. What is the Murray-Darling Basin Plan and why does the federal government want to change it?

Australia's most ambitious environmental reform is about to get a shake-up, so here's your guide to why we have a Murray-Darling Basin Plan and how it might change.

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Mitch McConnell: Doctor says no evidence of stroke or seizures in freezing spell

The 81-year-old Republican has frozen twice in as many months, prompting concerns about his health.

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Video shows police officer escape from raging fire

Brittan Morgan was helping to evacuate an area when both sides of the road were engulfed in flames.

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Jorge Vilda: Spanish federation sacks World Cup-winning coach amid Luis Rubiales kiss row

Jorge Vilda, Spain's Women's World Cup-winning head coach, has been sacked amid the ongoing Luis Rubiales kiss row.

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Rédoine Faïd trial: Top security for French 'jailbreak king'

Rédoine Faïd was one of France's most notorious gangsters when he escaped from prison in 2018.

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New tech boosts Dutch drive for sustainable farming

In the Netherlands, experiments are underway to ensure future food supply and cut carbon emissions.

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Ukraine says Russian drones crashed in Romania

But the Romanian foreign ministry rejects Kyiv's version of events, saying it didn't happen.

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Smash Mouth frontman Steve Harwell dies at 56

The US band's singer had been receiving end of life care for liver failure, his manager said.

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Dogs perform Mozart with orchestra in Denmark

Three dogs participated in a performance of the Hunting Symphony, a piece by Mozart's father Leopold.

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A warmer-than-average winter will see fewer Queensland mangoes on supermarket shelves this Christmas, with producers warning a lower yield will lead to a reduced supply of the tropical fruit. Hold the pav. North Queensland mangoes set to be in short supply at Christmas after warm winter

A warmer-than-average winter will see fewer Queensland mangoes on supermarket shelves this Christmas, with producers warning a lower yield will lead to a reduced supply of the tropical fruit.

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Ukraine's defence minister Oleksii Reznikov dismissed

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Oleksii Reznikov, saying "new approaches" were needed.

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Torrential rain in Spain causes major flooding

Atletico Madrid and Seville's football match was called off as a red alert was issued in the capital.

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A mining company wants to explore Nick's farm for rare earth elements — but he's worried about what would happen to his farm if exploration turns into actual digging. A mining company wants to explore Nick's farm, but he's worried — what happens if they find something?

A mining company wants to explore Nick's farm for rare earth elements — but he's worried about what would happen to his farm if exploration turns into actual digging.

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Sudan conflict: Air strike on Khartoum kills at least 20

Hundreds have died and millions have been forced from their homes since fighting began in April.

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Italian Grand Prix: Max Verstappen in record-breaking 10th consecutive F1 win

Red Bull's Max Verstappen sets an all-time record for consecutive wins with victory in the Italian Grand Prix.

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Spectacular meteor streaks across night sky in Turkey

Green shafts of light from a meteor were caught on camera as it passed over the city of Erzurum.

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Minerals mined deep under Canadian soil are turned into fertilisers that are used on Australian farms to produce the food that feeds the world. But as some countries take steps to curb fertiliser use, farmers fear they too could be faced with restrictions. For Sally it's a simple prospect yet governments globally are taking steps to curb what she's doing

Minerals mined deep under Canadian soil are turned into fertilisers that are used on Australian farms to produce the food that feeds the world. But as some countries take steps to curb fertiliser use, farmers fear they too could be faced with restrictions. 

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Torrential rain turns Burning Man festival into mud bath

People at the event in the US state of Nevada have been told to conserve their food and water.

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Burning Man festival-goers told to conserve food and water

Festival-goers are told to conserve their food as access in and out of the Nevada event is shut down.

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Gabon coup will not end rule by Bongo clan - presidential source

A source close to the deposed president says those celebrating the coup should not expect much change.

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Israel: Police clash with Eritrean asylum seekers

Dozens of people are reported injured in Tel Aviv as demonstrations turn violent.

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Bodycam video shows Ohio police fatally shooting pregnant black woman

Ta'Kiya Young, 21, appears to advance the car towards an Ohio officer before a single shot is fired.

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Woman sets record for world's longest mullet

Tami Manis' hair is 172.72cm (5ft 8in) long. She says she has to braid it to keep it safe.

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Typhoon Saola rips ups trees as Hong Kong braces for storm

The highest level of storm alert is in effect in Hong Kong, with people being warned to stay indoors.

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YouTube parenting advice mum arrested on child abuse suspicion

The Utah vlogger's malnourished son escaped to her neighbour's home to seek help, police say.

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New Zealand: Lord of the Rings creators stop divisive land development

Sir Peter Jackson and his partner say they want to restore Shelly Bay's natural beauty.

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Gen Brice Oligui Nguema: Who is Gabon's coup leader?

Who is Gen Brice Nguema, the man who overthrew the president he was supposed to protect?

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Fishing with fear as Philippines stands up to China

Fishermen are on the frontline of a worsening territorial standoff as Manila asserts itself against China.

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'Others jumped too, but they didn't make it'

One survivor tells of his escape, another says she was powerless with her children trapped inside.

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Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia election fraud case

Donald Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia election fraud case, waiving the right to appear in court next week

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