UN seeks top court opinion on Israeli occupation

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

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Ukraine war: Zelensky tells Russians - Putin is destroying you

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

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

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

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World celebrates arrival of 2023

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

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Ukraine war: Explosions heard in Ukraine capital Kyiv

Mayor Vitaly Klitschko confirms a series of blasts in the city, as air raid sirens are heard nationwide.

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Venezuelan opposition votes to abolish parallel government

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

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New Year: Auckland welcomes in 2023 with fireworks display

Fireworks light up the sky in Auckland - one of the first countries in the world to mark the new year.

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Former Pope Benedict XVI dies at 95

Benedict, who has died at his Vatican residence, became the first pope to resign for 600 years in 2013.

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Pope Benedict XVI through the years

A look back at the former leader of the Catholic Church's life after his death at the age of 95.

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

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

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Hershey sued in US over metal in dark chocolate claim

The lawsuit alleges that three Hershey products contain harmful levels of lead and cadmium.

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Twitter in data-protection probe after '400 million' user details up for sale

Politicians and celebrities are said to be affected but the scale of the data breach is unverified.

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Dogecoin dog makes miraculous recovery

Kabosu, a Japanese shiba inu, inspired the viral "doge" meme and became the face of Dogecoin.

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Andrew Tate: Police release raid video after influencer arrested

A raid is carried out on what appears to be the controversial influencer Andrew Tate’s villa in Bucharest.

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Republican George Santos facing investigations for lying about resume

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

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EU calls screening of travellers from China 'unjustified'

Italy is responding to China's Covid surge with mandatory testing - but the EU will not follow suit.

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Ex-Pope Benedict is lucid and alert - Vatican

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

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Kosovo: Serbs agree to dismantle barricades after talks

The barricades were erected earlier this month in response to the arrest of a former police officer.

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

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

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US storms: Ice surrounds Niagara Falls in winter spectacle

Chunks of ice and snow-capped rocks surround the gushing falls after a winter storm sweeps over the US.

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Avatar: The Way Of Water passes $1bn at the global box office

James Cameron's long-delayed sequel is only the third movie to hit the milestone globally in 2022.

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

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

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US winter storm death toll rises as bad weather drags on

Clean-up is underway in Erie County, which was one of the hardest hit regions in the US.

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Iran protests: 100 detainees facing death penalty - rights group

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

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Andeans use fighting tradition to resolve conflict

An annual event in Peru aimed at settling old issues for the new year involves people fighting to music.

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Russian troops able to freeze sperm for free - lawyer

When Russia called up 300,000 reservists for Ukraine, men asked clinics to freeze their sperm.

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Dog rescued on Christmas Day from Utah mountains

Nala was separated from her owner after a Christmas Eve hike in the mountains.

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Spain announces €10bn help to fight rising prices

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

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Gretchen Whitmer kidnap ringleader, Adam Fox, sentenced to 16 years

Adam Fox hoped to start a "revolution" but was sentenced to 16 years for targeting Gretchen Whitmer.

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Seven die in coach plunge horror in Spain

The body of a woman is found two days after a bus falls from a bridge into a river in the Galicia region.

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Iran protests: Family of football legend Ali Daei stopped from leaving

The wife and daughter of Ali Daei, who has backed protesters, are taken off a flight out of Iran.

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Burkina Faso explosion: Minibus hits deadly landmine amid jihadist violence

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

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China to end Covid quarantine for foreign arrivals

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

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Buffalo blizzard: Storm turns city into 'war zone'

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

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Brazil's far-right faithfuls are not giving up

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

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North Korean drone reaches north of Seoul

"Unmanned aerial vehicles" violated South Korean airspace, say the country's joint chiefs of staff.

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Brazil man held over alleged bomb plot to stop inauguration

Police say the man was planning to "create chaos" ahead of the swearing-in of President-elect Lula.

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US winter storm: Severe weather continues to cause disruption

Strong winds and freezing temperatures cause power cuts and travel chaos across North America.

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Austria avalanche buries at least 10 people at ski resort

Helicopters and rescue teams with dogs are searching for survivors at a ski resort in western Austria.

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Al-Shabab: 14 Iranian fishermen freed years after abduction

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

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Captagon: Jordan seizes huge amphetamine haul at Iraq border

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

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

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

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Paris shooting: Aftermath of violent unrest following deadly attack on Kurds

Protesters in the French capital overturned cars, setting some on fire, and hurled objects at police.

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A powerful winter bomb cyclone continues to pummel North America

Nick Miller has the latest forecast.

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Afghanistan: Taliban bans women from working for NGOs

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

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Paris shooting: Protests after deadly attack on Kurds

Protesters clash with police following Friday's shootings, which killed three people.

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Scuba diving Santa makes waves in Florida

Father Christmas had an 'elfin hand from one of his festive team as he took part in a charity fundraiser.

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Afghanistan protests: Taliban use water cannon on women opposing university ban

Women in Afghanistan are protesting against the Taliban's ban on female students attending university.

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Canada's polar bear population plummets - government report

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

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

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

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Meta settles Cambridge Analytica scandal case for $725m

The proposed deal by Facebook's owner is the largest in a US data privacy class action, say lawyers.

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Myanmar: 'If I get the first shot, I will kill you son’

Myanmar's civil war is pitting a father, fighting in the resistance, against his sons in the army.

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Mariupol theatre demolished 'to hide Russian crimes', aide says

An aide to the Ukrainian city's exiled mayor says Russia is trying to cover up its crimes.

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Paris shooting: Police on the scene after gunman opens fire

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

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Serial killer The Serpent, Charles Sobhraj, leaves jail in police car

Charles Sobhraj is freed after serving 19 years for several tourist murders in Asia in the 1970s.

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How did President Zelensky get to Washington?

How Ukraine's president travelled out of his country for the first time since the war began.

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Uffizi gallery's German director Schmidt lays down email rules in Italy

After seven years at Italy's flagship museum, Eike Schmidt has clearly had enough of bad punctuation.

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Afghanistan: Taliban arrest women protesting against university ban

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

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Mario Sandoval: Notorious Argentine torturer jailed

Mario Sandoval was found guilty of abducting and torturing a student during Argentina's military rule.

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Train derailed after smashing into truck in Collegedale, Tennessee

Another driver, who says he ran to see if everyone was OK, caught the moment on camera.

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Arizona-Mexico border: Makeshift container wall to be dismantled

The US government sued the state's governor last week for allegedly trespassing on federal lands.

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Afghanistan: Tears and protests as Taliban shut universities to women

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

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Gambia coup attempt foiled - government

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

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Donki discount store mascot survives axe after Japanese uproar

The Donki discount chain reverses its decision to replace Donpen, a penguin that wears a Santa hat.

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Baby pink iguanas spotted for first time in Galapagos Islands

There are only thought to be a few hundred of the critically endangered species left in the world.

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Ancient South Australia cave art destroyed by vandals

The vandals scrawled "don't look now, but this is a death cave" at the site in South Australia.

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India steps up Covid surveillance after China surge

The government has instructed states to ensure genome sequencing of all positive cases in the country.

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Lionel Messi World Cup Instagram post is most-liked ever

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

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Benin Bronzes: Germany returns looted artefacts to Nigeria

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

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Paraguay jail break: Inmates escape through tunnel

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

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Kerala: Indian woman asks for £5 help, gets £54,000 in donations

Subhadra's life changed after she asked her son's teacher for money to buy food for her children.

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Fiji election: PM Bainimarama out as opposition reaches coalition deal

The result marks an end to Frank Bainimarama's nearly 16-year rule of the Pacific Island nation.

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FTX boss Sam Bankman-Fried agrees to be extradited

The cryptocurrency exchange boss is expected to travel to the US to face fraud charges, the BBC understands.

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A-League - Melbourne City-Melbourne Victory abandonment: Three charged after pitch invasion

Police charge and bail three men after a pitch invasion forced the Melbourne derby in the A-League to be abandoned.

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Fortnite firm penalised after claims it tricked users

Epic Games pays $520m over claims it violated child privacy laws and tricked players into making purchases.

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World Cup 2022: Choose your best tournament XI

Who caught your eye the most at the 2022 World Cup? We reveal the XI with the best average ratings, who the stats say was best and ask you to choose your team of the tournament.

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World Cup 2022: How the world reacted to Argentina's win

One newspaper suggests a destiny has been fulfilled for Lionel Messi, while another says it is "spring once again in Argentina" - BBC Sport looks at how the world reacted to the World Cup final.

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COP15: Summit agrees on 'pact with nature'

A global deal to stop the destruction of nature is hailed as a historic moment.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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ANC conference: Mkhize rivals Ramaphosa in tight ANC party race

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

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China Covid: Health expert predicts three winter waves

The country is currently facing a spike in cases after restrictions were eased earlier this month.

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Iraq: At least seven police killed in bomb and gun attack

No group has said it carried out the attack, but Iraqi officials blamed IS militants.

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Dresden Green Vault robbery jewels recovered after heist

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

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Poland grenade incident: Police chief confirms unusual Ukrainian gift

Jaroslaw Szymczyk says he accidentally set off a grenade launcher given to him as a gift by Ukraine.

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Guns confiscated at US airports hit record levels

More than 6,000 firearms were found on passengers so far this year - most were still loaded.

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Shanghai schools to go online as Covid spreads in China

The easing of strict lockdown measures has led to growing concerns over the spread of Covid in China.

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A-League: Melbourne City-Melbourne Victory game abandoned after spectator injures player

Saturday's A-League match between Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory is abandoned after a player is injured by a spectator.

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Ukraine missile struck as mum sat with child to do homework

Several people die after an attack on a residential building in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih.

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A third of US executions botched in 2022 - report

Seven of 20 execution attempts were visibly problematic or took an inordinate amount of time.

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

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

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Japan defence: China threat prompts plan to double military spending

It is the most dramatic change to Japan's security strategy since adopting a pacifist constitution.

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Wagner Group: Burkina Faso anger over Russian mercenary link

Ghana's president says the presence of Wagner fighters in its neighbour is distressing.

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Twitter bans some journalists who cover Elon Musk

Some reporters for the New York Times, CNN and Washington Post have had their accounts suspended.

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Berlin's giant AquaDom aquarium containing 1,500 fish explodes

Two people are injured as the aquarium, containing a million litres of water, bursts open.

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US sues Arizona over shipping container border wall

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

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Polish police chief in hospital after gift from Ukrainian officials explodes

A gift the officer received from a senior Ukrainian official explodes at police headquarters in Warsaw.

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Sudanese woman sentenced to stoning death will go to jail instead

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

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

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

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Twelve children among 39 rescued from migrant boat

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

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Four in EU-Qatar bribery inquiry to stay in custody

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

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Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu jailed for insulting public officials

Ekrem Imamoglu's conviction could disqualify him from standing in Turkey's presidential election next year.

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Barbados scraps laws banning same-sex acts

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

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Grant Wahl: 'Nothing nefarious' in journalist's death during World Cup

The wife of Grant Wahl, the American journalist who died after collapsing in a World Cup press box, says there was nothing untoward in his death.

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China consulate clashes: Six Chinese officials removed from UK

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

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World Cup 2022: Morocco fans' heartbreak as Doha flights cancelled

The last-minute cancellations sees many fans unable to travel to Wednesday's World Cup semi-final.

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Brazil protests: Bolsonaro supporters attack police HQ

Supporters of outgoing far-right President Jair Bolsonaro clash with police in the capital Brasilia.

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Anger as Roma teen shot by Greek police dies

The 16-year-old was shot in the head in the city of Thessaloniki after allegedly stealing €20 of petrol.

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Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa president faces MP vote over cash-in-sofa scandal

South African MPs are due to debate a report which said Cyril Ramaphosa may have broken the law.

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Tropical vineyards put India on the wine map

With little history of wine-drinking and unfavourable weather, developing vineyards in India is tough work.

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New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern caught on mic insulting MP in parliament

Jacinda Ardern had just finished answering a question by David Seymour, the leader of a minor opposition partner.

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New Zealand: Jacinda Ardern apologises for MP insult caught on mic

In a parliamentary debate, the New Zealand prime minister used the insult after sitting down.

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Palestinian girl shot dead on roof of West Bank home

The 16-year-old's body was found after Israeli forces and Palestinian gunmen clashed in Jenin.

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China to de-activate national Covid tracking app

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

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Queensland shooting: Two police officers, and member of public, killed at remote property

The officers were responding to reports of a missing person in Wieambilla - 270km west of Brisbane.

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EU corruption charges 'very very worrisome', says foreign policy chief

Watchdogs say it could be one of the biggest corruption scandals in European Parliament history.

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One of Central America's most active volcanoes erupts again

Guatemala's Fuego forces authorities to close the country's largest airport and a major highway.

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The secret diaries of women protesting in Iran

Hidden diaries sent to the BBC show the everyday risks and dangers that women face, as they continue to protest in Iran.

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Zimbabwe power outages hit businesses and families

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

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K-pop: The rise of the virtual girl bands

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

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Peru protests: Andahuaylas airport forced to close in deadly unrest

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

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Lockerbie bombing suspect in US custody

The Libyan man is accused of making the bomb which destroyed Pan Am flight 103 over Lockerbie.

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Twenty seven bodies dumped by the roadside in Zambia

Residents alerted police after spotting the bodies of the men in Ngwerere near the capital Lusaka.

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South Korea: Parliament calls for minister to be dismissed over Halloween crush

Lee Sang-min has been facing mounting pressure following the Halloween crush that killed 156 people.

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

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

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World Cup 2022: 'We witnessed history as Morocco won'

Moroccan fans tell of pride and tears as their team makes it to the World Cup semi-finals.

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Kenya Maasai Olympics: Hundreds gather for lion hunt alternative

The event was set up to replace an annual lion hunt due to waning numbers of the animal in Kenya.

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

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

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

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

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World Cup: Fans in Morocco and around world erupt with joy

Supporters cheer as the North African side beats Portugal, defying expectations.

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World Cup 2022: Croatia 1-1 Brazil (4-2 pens): Tite's men knocked out

Tournament favourites Brazil are knocked out of the World Cup on penalties as Croatia keep their nerve to edge through to the semi-finals.

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Ex-MEP arrested over allegations of bribery by Gulf state

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

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Penguin Random House boss resigns after Simon & Schuster deal fails

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

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

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

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Backstreet Boys Christmas TV show pulled after Nick Carter rape allegation

ABC drops a Christmas TV special after a woman alleges pop singer Nick Carter raped her in 2001.

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France makes condoms free for 18 to 25 year olds

The new health measure follows an increase in sexually transmitted infections in France.

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Brittney Griner lands in US after prisoner swap with Russia

The basketball star returns home 10 months after she left the US to play the game in Russia.

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Huge fire engulfs Russian shopping mall Mega Khimki near Moscow

Video of the blaze shows explosions at the massive Mega Khimki complex outside Moscow.

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Viktor Bout: Who is the Merchant of Death?

The Russian has been freed by the US, in a prisoner swap with basketball star Brittney Griner.

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Dina Boluarte: Peru's first female president

The 60-year-old ex-lawyer was sworn in as Peru's president after her predecessor was impeached.

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Celine Dion postpones tour dates as she reveals incurable health condition

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

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Brittney Griner: Who is the freed US basketball star?

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

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

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

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South Korea: Age system to be standardised from 2023

South Korea’s parliament has voted to standardise the country's age system to the international method.

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World Cup 2022: Spain boss Luis Enrique leaves role after last-16 exit

Luis Enrique leaves his role as Spain manager following their shock last-16 defeat by Morocco in the World Cup.

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DR Congo conflict: M23 rebels executed over 130 civilians - UN

Investigators say the civilians - including 12 children - were "arbitrarily executed" by M23 rebels.

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Risk of Russia using nuclear weapons has lessened, says Germany's Scholz

The German chancellor said Western pressure had contributed to making Russia tone down its nuclear rhetoric.

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Nigerians warned of TikTok video challenge virus

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

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Volodymyr Zelensky is Time Magazine's 2022 Person of the Year

The nomination of Ukraine's president is "the most clear-cut in memory", the magazine's editor says.

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Mozambique 'tuna bond' scandal: Ex-President Guebuza's son jailed for 12 years

Ndambi Guebuza is among 11 defendants found guilty of corruption for a $2bn failed fishing project.

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Plesiosaur fossil: Rare find in Australian outback excites scientists

The 100-million-year-old fossil is the first such find in Australia to have a complete head and body.

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Big cats: US Senate unanimously passes bill to curb private ownership

The Big Cat Public Safety Act seeks to stop people exploiting animals such as lions and tigers for profit.

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Spanish train collision outside Barcelona injures scores

Two trains collide near Barcelona on Wednesday morning, leaving at least 155 people injured.

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

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

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Cristina Fernández: Argentina awaits verdict in VP's trial

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

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

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

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Shireen Abu Aqla: Al Jazeera files case at ICC over journalist's killing

The network says it has evidence that Shireen Abu Aqla was shot by an Israeli soldier "deliberately".

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TV Rain: Latvia shuts down Russian broadcaster over Ukraine war coverage

The channel has been accused of showing content that supports Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

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Kerala: Indian men jailed for rape and murder of Latvian tourist

Two men have been sent to jail for life for the rape and murder of a Latvian tourist in Kerala in 2018.

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Mount Semeru: Indonesian volcano spews ash 15km into sky

Nearly 2,000 people have been evacuated from the area around Mount Semeru.

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Miner Glencore pays $180m in latest corruption case

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

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Colombia mudslide: Search for buried bus passengers

At least 20 people are still missing after a landslide engulfed a bus and several other vehicles.

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Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa president's fate in hands of the ANC

Leaders of South Africa's governing party are deciding whether to sack President Cyril Ramaphosa.

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

Arsene Wenger suggests that countries that protested at the World Cup have seen their on-field performances suffer as a result.

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Cyril Ramaphosa: South African leader leaves future in ANC hands

Cyril Ramaphosa, under pressure following a critical report, says the ANC will decide his next move.

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

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

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

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

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Iran to disband morality police amid ongoing protests, says attorney general

The move would mark a concession to protesters but it has not been confirmed by other authorities.

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

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

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Elnaz Rekabi: Family home of Iranian climber demolished

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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The 'life-changing' electric suit

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

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Cyril Ramaphosa: A quick guide to South Africa's 'Farmgate' scandal

President Cyril Ramaphosa's career hangs in the balance over allegations he covered up a theft at his farm.

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Dozens of child migrants go missing from UK care

Of 197 children taken in by Kent County Council this year, 39 are missing, figures show.

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US Air Force unveils new B-21 Raider nuclear stealth bomber

The first new bomber in three decades could cost nearly $700m (£569m) per plane.

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Takeoff: Police arrest man in fatal shooting of rapper

Takeoff, youngest of the rap group Migos, was killed last month outside a Houston bowling alley.

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Poland says stolen Kandinsky auctioned in Germany

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

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

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

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

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

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Ukraine war: Animal eye packages sent to six embassies across Europe

Ukraine's foreign ministry said a false bomb threat was made to another embassy in Kazakhstan.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv displays dud nuclear-capable missile fired by Russia

Kyiv says the missiles were fired with non-explosive warheads to deplete Ukrainian air defences.

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Florida woman sues mac and cheese maker over preparation time

The Florida woman's $5m lawsuit says the company's three-and-a-half minute claim is misleading.

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

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

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

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

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Escape of Taronga Zoo lions in Sydney caught on camera

Taronga Zoo, in Australia, has released footage of the incident, which happened last month.

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Spectacular scenes as Hawaii volcano erupts

Aerial footage shows Mauna Loa, the world's largest active volcano, spewing lava into the air.

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EU Commission calls for freeze on €13bn funding for Hungary

The EU's executive says Hungary needs to enact reforms before receiving EU budget and Covid funding.

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Alzheimer's drug lecanemab hailed as momentous breakthrough

Lecanemab is the first drug to remove damage, but there are questions around its impact, side effects and use.

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Mauna Loa: World's largest active volcano erupts in Hawaii

Mauna Loa, in the US state of Hawaii, lights up the sky as it erupts for the first time since 1984.

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Peru bird flu: Thousands of pelicans found dead

An avian influenza outbreak is to blame for the deaths of more than 13,000 birds, many of them pelicans.

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Students killed as bomb blast hits Afghan school

At least 10 students are killed after an explosion at a religious school in northern Aghanistan, officials say.

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Janusz Walus stabbed in South African prison

Janusz Walus is stabbed and wounded days before he was due to be released on parole.

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Malawi rolls out world's first malaria vaccine

RTS,S jab will be given to five to 17-month-olds across the southern African nation.

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South Africa hero Chris Hani's monument vandalised

The incident occurred days after a court ordered the release of the far-right killer of Chris Hani.

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Mexico's planned GM corn ban 'deep concern' for US

The US has warned it will take legal action if Mexico presses ahead with an import ban on GM corn.

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Three Palestinians killed in clashes with Israeli forces in West Bank

The men were reportedly shot by Israeli troops in two incidents, amid an upsurge in violence.

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Japan death row prisoners sue government to stop hangings

The prisoners are also seeking financial compensation for the 'mental agony' of living in fear of death.

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Cotopaxi: Plume of gas rises from Ecuador volcano

A huge plume of gas is rising from the stratovolcano located near Ecuador's capital, Quito.

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Plane crashes into Maryland high-voltage power lines

The crash caused a mass power outage in the area.

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Bob Dylan apologises for machine-printed 'signatures'

The star charged $600 for "hand-signed" editions of his latest book, but all was not as it seemed.

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New York: Man rescued seconds before incoming train

It was reported the man had accidentally fallen onto the tracks in Harlem, New York.

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Russian attacks on energy grid amount to genocide, says Ukraine

The prosecutor-general tells the BBC Russian attacks aimed at "the full Ukrainian nation".

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China Covid: Shocking protests are huge challenge for China's leaders

China's rulers appear to have drastically underestimated growing discontent at Xi Jinping's zero-Covid policy.

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World Cup 2022: Belgium 0-2 Morocco - Abdelhamid Sabiri and Zakaria Aboukhlal seal late win

Morocco cause the latest shock at a World Cup that has been full of surprises by beating Belgium.

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Italy landslide: Rescuers search for missing people on Ischia island

Eleven people are unaccounted for after mud swept away homes and cars on the island of Ischia.

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At the scene of deadly Ischia mudslide

The BBC's Mark Lowen surveys the damage to homes and cars after a mudslide on the Italian island.

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Mudslide sweeps across Italian island of Ischia

Those missing are believed to be trapped under the mud.

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World Cup 2022: Fifa opens disciplinary against Serbia over controversial Kosovo flag

Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against Serbia's football association after its team hung a controversial flag depicting Kosovo in their dressing room.

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World Cup 2022: Poland 2-0 Saudi Arabia - Robert Lewandowski scores first World Cup goal in crucial victory

Robert Lewandowski scores his first World Cup goal as Poland earn a crucial victory over Saudi Arabia that leaves Group C wide open.

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Ex-'street general' Charles Blé Goudé returns to Ivory Coast

Charles Blé Goudé, once seen as a divisive figure, flies back after being acquitted by the ICC.

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Irene Cara: Fame singer and actress dies aged 63

The American singer and actress won an Oscar for Best Original Song in 1984.

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Imran Khan: Fist rally by former Pakistan PM since being shot at

The former Pakistani prime minister was shot at during a similar gathering three weeks ago.

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Kiburi the gorilla finds new home at London Zoo

The 18-year-old silverback was moved from Tenerife as part of an international breeding programme.

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Iran players sing national anthem before game

Jeers could be heard from Iran fans in the stadium, while some showed their support for protests back home.

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Kanye West announces 2024 presidential bid

The rapper confirms he intends to run for office, while fighting several scandals over his behaviour.

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Malawi's Vice-President Saulos Chilima arrested for corruption

Saulos Chilima is due in court after being detained for accepting money in exchange for contracts.

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Iran scores in injury times to beat Wales

Wales' first World Cup for 64 years looks set to end at the first hurdle after they suffer a heartbreaking - but deserved - last-ditch defeat against Iran in Qatar.

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Kris Wu: Chinese-Canadian singer jailed to 13 years for sex crimes

Singer Kris Wu is convicted of sex crimes and given a 13-year prison term by a Beijing court.

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Kanye West: Adidas investigates after claims of 'toxic' behaviour

Rolling Stone has reported that staff have complained about West's "problematic behaviour".

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Russia: From 2018 World Cup host to global pariah

Isolation from sport is one of the many consequences of Russia's war in Ukraine, says Steve Rosenberg.

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Russia passes 'Answer to Blinken' gay propaganda law

Extending its controversial law, any mention of LGBT people in books, films and online will be banned.

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Slovakia central bank governor Kazimir faces renewed bribery charges

Prosecutors had previously dropped charges against Peter Kazimir when he was a finance minister.

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Chaotic scenes as Sierra Leone lawmakers brawl

The fight came during a parliamentary debate about proposed electoral reforms.

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Asim Munir: Pakistan's former spy chief named as army head

It ends months of speculation over who would land what is arguably the country's most powerful job.

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Malawi ex-leader's stepson held over mass graves of suspected migrants

Police discovered 30 bodies, believed to be of migrants who were being trafficked, in October.

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Ukraine war: Mourning newborn baby killed in Russian missile strike

The newborn baby's grandmother speaks of her death in an attack on a maternity hospital in Ukraine.

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Russia revives Soviet-era car brand Moskvich

It is reviving the Soviet-era Moskvich brand, though the car's design has been updated.

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Namibia pulls down German colonial officer's statue in Windhoek

A crowd applauds as German military officer Curt von François's figure is removed from a plinth.

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World Cup 2022: Morocco 0-0 Croatia - 2018 runners-up held in Qatar opener

Croatia, runners-up four years ago, start their World Cup campaign with a goalless draw against a well-drilled Morocco at Al Bayt Stadium.

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Ukraine war: Fresh strikes reported in capital Kyiv

The city's mayor Vitali Klitschko said an infrastructure facility was hit, without giving details.

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Indonesia earthquake: Children killed after Cianjur school collapses

Twenty pupils were killed when one school in Cianjur collapsed, their teacher says.

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Twins born from embryos frozen 30 years ago

It is believed to be a new record for the longest-frozen embryos ever to result in a successful live birth.

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Nigeria: Teens upcycle rubbish in modern fashion show

A "trashion" show in Lagos raises awareness about the widespread plastic pollution issue in Nigeria.

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Kenya bans 'biopiracy' export of lucrative baobabs

Farmers in the coastal county of Kilifi reportedly sold eight trees to a company based in Georgia.

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World Cup 2022: Superb Saudi Arabia beat Argentina 2-1 in Group C opener

Saudi Arabia, ranked 51st in the world, pull off one of the World Cup's biggest shocks as they beat two-time winners Argentina in Lusail.

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Cuban musician Pablo Milanés dies aged 79

The guitarist and singer was a key member of Cuba's Nuevo Trova movement after the revolution.

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Formula 1: Chinese GP to be cancelled because of the country's Covid policies

Formula 1 is set to cancel the 2023 Chinese Grand Prix because of the country's Covid policies, BBC Sport has learned.

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Indonesia earthquake: Many schoolchildren killed in building collapses

Rescuers are scrambling to find survivors amid the rubble of collapsed schools and homes.

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T. rex auction cancelled after skeleton doubts raised

Christie's auction house says the seller has decided to loan it to a museum instead.

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A 5.6 magnitude earthquake has struck the main Indonesian island of Java

An earthquake has struck the main Indonesian island of Java, leaving scores dead.

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Israel PM-designate Netanyahu wins libel case against ex-PM Olmert

Benjamin Netanyahu and his family sued Ehud Olmert for claiming that they were mentally ill.

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Chris Hemsworth: Alzheimer’s risk prompts actor to take acting break

The Thor star has revealed he has a significantly heightened risk of developing the disease.

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Jason David Frank: Power Rangers star dies aged 49

The actor, who died in Texas on Saturday, was described by his manager as a "wonderful human being".

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Indonesia: Java quake kills 14 and injures hundreds

The tremor could also be felt in the capital Jakarta where offices were evacuated.

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Chinese ship accused of seizing suspected rocket debris from Philippines

The Chinese vessel blocked a Philippine boat twice before seizing the suspected rocket debris.

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FTX crypto exchange owes biggest creditors $3.1bn

FTX owes about $1.45bn to its top 10 creditors, according to its US bankruptcy court filings.

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World Cup 2022: Qatar 0-2 Ecuador: Enner Valencia double gives South Americans win

Hosts Qatar open the 2022 Fifa World Cup in calamitous fashion, easily beaten by Ecuador in a humbling defeat at Al Bayt.

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Malaysia elects first ever hung parliament

The country is left in political limbo after no coalition gains enough seats to form a government.

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Ukraine war: We will rebuild, vows mayor of flattened Mariupol

The key city is occupied by Russia - but the exiled Ukrainian mayor is still making plans.

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Club Q Colorado shooting: Five dead after attack at nightclub

The Club Q nightclub in Colorado Springs thanked customers who subdued the gunman on Saturday.

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COP27: UN climate talks go into the night amid tense negotiations

Representatives at COP27 in Egypt have been locked in negotiations for far longer than expected.

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Artemis: Nasa expects humans to live on Moon this decade

A senior official tells the BBC the Artemis missions will lead to astronauts living on the Moon.

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Ukraine war: Rishi Sunak meets Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv

The British prime minister has reiterated the UK's support for Ukraine on a visit to the country.

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UK PM Rishi Sunak visits President Zelensky in Kyiv

The UK prime minister is making his first visit to Ukraine since taking office.

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Giant panda gifted to Taiwan by China dies

Tuan Tuan was given to Taipei zoo in 2008 before relations between China and Taiwan deteriorated.

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Tears as first Kyiv train arrives in freed Kherson

Crowds gathered on a bridge to welcome the train as families reunited after months apart.

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Ukraine war: Almost half Ukraine's energy system disabled, PM says

As temperatures drop below freezing, Russian missiles have crippled parts of the country's energy system.

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Taylor Swift tour: Excruciating to watch Ticketmaster ticket chaos, says pop star

The US pop star says she had been told Ticketmaster could handle demand, despite the chaos this week.

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Wear turtlenecks to cut energy bills - Tokyo governor

Yuriko Koike says wearing turtleneck jumpers this winter will help reduce energy consumption.

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Iranian protesters set fire to Ayatollah Khomeini's house

Social media images show crowds cheering as fire engulfs the Islamic Republic founder's ancestral home.

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A journey to the site of the Nord Stream explosions

As Sweden says the gas lines were blown up deliberately, our Europe editor reports from the scene.

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Theranos: Silicon Valley holds breath for Elizabeth Holmes sentencing

The case is seen as a test. Does corporate fraud in tech end with a slap on the wrist, or prison time?

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Priscilla Sitienei: Primary school pupil aged 99 dies in Kenya

Priscilla Sitienei was set to sit her final exams next week, along with her 12-year-old classmates.

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French mystery over Normandy murder without victim's body

Police are convinced a woman has been murdered: the problem is no-one has been reported missing.

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Alaa Abdel Fattah badly affected by hunger strike - family

Activist Alaa Abdel Fattah's sister says his health deteriorated when he stopped eating and drinking.

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Spain's new sex abuse law sparks jail terms row

A law brought in after a gang rape case prompts lawyers to get some sex abusers' jail terms cut.

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Ukraine war: Dashcam footage shows near-miss blast in Dnipro

Video shared on social media shows a driver narrowly avoiding being hit by an explosion in Dnipro.

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Charlize Theron condemned for saying Afrikaans is dying language

The Hollywood star grew up speaking Afrikaans - many fellow South Africans are outraged by her comments.

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Haiti cholera outbreak worsens as cases rise

There are now more than 700 confirmed cases and health officials are investigating another 7,000.

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Neighbours: Amazon to revive TV soap, four months after finale

Residents will move back into Ramsay Street for a new series that will start filming next year.

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Malta moves to ease EU's last total ban on abortion

The reform would allow doctors to terminate a pregnancy if a mother's life or health were at risk.

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Ukraine war: What happened in Poland missile blast?

Last night, a missile landed in Poland, killing two people - here's what we know so far.

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Five protesters receive death sentences in Iran

The verdicts were handed down by courts in Tehran amid a fresh wave of anti-government unrest.

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How missiles in Europe dominated a Bali summit

The best efforts of the G20 organisers were no match for news from a war half a world away.

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Nasa Artemis I rocket blasts off in historic launch

Artemis I is Nasa's most powerful rocket ever and is part of a plan to return humans to the Moon.

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Mariah Carey is officially not the 'Queen of Christmas'

The US star's application to trademark the moniker has been denied for administration reasons.

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Seoul crush: K-pop star Lee Ji Han's mother shares her grief

Lee Ji Han was one of 158 people killed in the Itaewon crush on 29 October.

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Baby elephant interrupts Kenyan TV report

Watch as Kenyan journalist Alvin Kaunda's reporting is interrupted by an inquisitive trunk.

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Nigeria's President Buhari vows to punish killers of local chief in Imo state

President Muhammadu Buhari says the gunmen in Imo state will face the "full wrath of the law".

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Zero-Covid curbs spark unrest in Guangzhou, China

Protesters overturn a police car and tear down Covid control barriers.

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Alaa Abdel Fattah: Jailed British-Egyptian activist ends hunger strike - letter

Alaa Abdel Fattah tells his family in a letter from prison he has broken a seven-month hunger strike.

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Mondrian painting sells for record $51m at auction

A 1930s painting by the Dutch artist has sold for $51m (£43m) in New York - a record for his work.

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China zero Covid: Violent protests in Guangzhou put curbs under strain

Anger boils over in the industrial city of Guangzhou, exposing cracks in Xi Jinping's signature policy.

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Can the UK-France crackdown on Channel smugglers work?

There is no silver bullet, the UK says - but resources on the French coastline are having some effect.

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Xi Biden meeting: US leader promises 'no new Cold War' with China

The leaders of the US and China strike a conciliatory tone in their first in-person talks for years.

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Footballers die in University of Virginia shooting

The shooting occurred on a bus filled with students returning from a field trip.

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Ukraine war: Wagner chief Prigozhin defends brutal killing video

Putin ally Yevgeny Prigozhin says a defector to Ukraine died "a dog's death for a dog".

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Istiklal Street: Istanbul's beating heart reels from deadly blast

Locals are returning to Istiklal Street, the busy thoroughfare where six were killed on Sunday.

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Afghanistan: Taliban leader orders Sharia law punishments

Afghan judges are told to enforce Islamic law that may include public executions and stoning.

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Natasa Pirc Musar: Slovenia elects lawyer as first female president

Natasa Pirc Musar was once a lawyer for former US first lady Melania Trump.

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Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell: Republican anger over midterms

Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell get heat from colleagues after the Democrats keep control of the Senate.

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Ukraine war: Kherson curfew and river ban in security crackdown

Ukraine moves quickly to maintain order in Kherson, facing Russian troops across the Dnipro river.

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Remembrance Sunday: The King leads Cenotaph ceremony

A two-minute silence across the UK at 11:00 GMT honoured servicemen and women lost in past conflicts.

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Kherson: Inside the city liberated from the Russians

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen reports from the city newly liberated from Russian control.

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Ros Atkins on… How Qatar got to host the World Cup

BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at the years of corruption allegations around Fifa awarding the 2022 World Cup to Qatar.

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Iranian who made Paris airport home for 18 years dies

Mehran Karimi Nasseri, who inspired a Hollywood film, died in Charles de Gaulle airport on Saturday.

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Ethiopia and Tigray rebels ready to speed up aid

After two years of war, millions are hungry in Tigray - and finally a deal may ease their suffering.

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Ukraine war: Celebration in Kherson - but war 'far from over'

Jubilant scenes are continuing after Ukraine took back the city of Kherson from Russia.

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Ros Atkins on... Is the 1.5C climate target still possible?

The BBC's analysis editor looks at whether the UN's target to limit global warming can still be reached.

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Ukraine war: Soldiers receive rapturous welcome in liberated Kherson

Footage from social media shows a Ukrainian soldier shouting "Greetings from Kherson".

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Banksy unveils Ukraine gymnast mural on building shelled by Russia

The anonymous graffiti artist paints murals on buildings destroyed by Russian artillery attacks.

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Gaming in Africa: Developers making mobile games for African players

The growth of the video gaming market is an opportunity for African developers to create games for the African audience.

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US midterms: Local Kentucky races decided by coin toss

Local elections were also held across the country on Tuesday, some with unusual tiebreaker methods.

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Putin can’t escape fallout from Russian retreat in Ukraine

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg on the mood in Russia following its army's withdrawal from Kherson.

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Construction halted at Obama Center after noose found

The Obama Foundation called the incident a "shameless act of cowardice and hate".

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Palestinian mayor backtracks after dead dog bounty outrage

Animal lovers were aghast after Hebron's top official offered cash to anyone who killed stray dogs.

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Kherson: As Russia retreats, Ukrainians still fear a trap

"I learnt not to believe a word the Russians say," one resident tells the BBC's Jeremy Bowen.

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Afghanistan: Taliban ban women from Kabul parks

A spokesman claims Islamic laws were being flouted as women are further excluded from public life.

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Salto de Castro: Spanish village on sale for €260,000

With 44 homes, a hotel and a church, an uninhabited town on the Portuguese border is on the market.

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KFC apologises after German Kristallnacht promotion

The fast-food chain urged German customers to commemorate the Nazi pogrom with cheesy chicken.

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Hurricane Nicole makes landfall in Florida

Nicole has been downgraded to a tropical storm after hitting Florida on Thursday.

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Hurricane Nicole: Rare November tropical storm hits land in Florida

Evacuation orders in place as Hurricane Nicole makes landfall before weakening to a tropical storm.

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Twitter lays off staff at its only Africa office in Ghana

The staff tell the BBC they are insulted after receiving an email about the need for cost cutting.

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Brittney Griner: Jailed US basketball star moved to Russian penal colony

While the use of cannabis is illegal in Russia, Moscow has been accused of using the WNBA star "as a political pawn".

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Kherson Russian-appointed deputy governor Stremousov 'killed in car crash'

Russian-installed deputy governor Kirill Stremousov has died in a car crash, Russian media report.

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Alaa Abdel Fattah: British-Egyptian activist's family demand proof of life

Alaa Abdel Fattah's family have not heard from him since Sunday, when he started refusing water.

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US midterms: Misleading election claims fact-checked

Several false and unsubstantiated rumours have circulated online during the US midterm elections.

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Facebook-owner Meta to cut 13% of its workforce

Chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said it was one of the most difficult changes in Meta's history.

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Italy earthquake felt in several countries

A 5.5-magnitude earthquake off Italy's east coast is felt in Rome and parts of the Balkans.

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Bulgarian policeman shot dead patrolling Turkish border for migrants

A Bulgarian officer was shot by suspected migrant traffickers on the Turkish border, officials say.

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Alaa Abdel Fattah: British-Egyptian activist's life at acute risk - UN

The UN rights chief urges Egypt to release Alaa Abdel Fattah, who stopped drinking water on Sunday.

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Juan Carlos: Spain's ex-king appeals in row with former lover

Juan Carlos's lawyers say he should be granted legal immunity, as his former mistress seeks damages.

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Mexico prosecutors accused of covering up woman's murder

An investigation is under way into how a 27-year-old woman died after conflicting post-mortems.

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COP27: Barbados PM Mia Mottley's plea to rich nations

Prime Minister Mia Mottley calls for more funding to help poorer nations fight climate change.

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Nigerian TikTokers sentenced to whipping for mocking official

The social media users are part of a growing trend of young Nigerians using the platform for comedy.

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COP27 shines spotlight on Egypt's political prisoners

Human rights activists are highlighting the plight of Alaa Abdel Fattah and thousands of others.

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Powerball: Lotto rises to $1.9bn world record prize with no jackpot winner

The odds of winning the jackpot are one in 292.2 million, with no winner in more than three months.

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Syria war: White Helmets accuse Russia over deadly strikes on camps

First responders say nine civilians were killed when rockets hit three camps in opposition-held Idlib.

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Dominican Republic floods: At least six killed in rains

The capital, Santo Domingo, and its surroundings are the areas worst affected by the torrential rain.

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Imran Khan: Pakistan's top court orders police to investigate shooting

Pakistan's government denies claims by the former PM that it was behind the shooting.

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Twitter users jump to Mastodon - but what is it?

The little-known social network's user base has swelled after Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter.

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COP27: Jailed activist Alaa Abdel Fattah begins 'water strike'

Alaa Abdel Fattah's family have urged Rishi Sunak to secure his release at the COP27 climate summit.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv Mayor Klitschko warns of evacuations if power lost

Millions of Ukrainians have intermittently lost electricity and water after Russian air strikes.

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Powerball: Lotto rises to $1.9bn world record prize with no jackpot winner

The odds of winning Monday's jackpot are one in 292.2 million, with no winner in more than three months.

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Tanzania Precision Air crash: Rescuers search Lake Victoria site

The passenger plane is almost completely submerged after it landed in Lake Victoria.

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Climate change: Expert says just saying no to fossil fuel doesn't work

Prof Myles Allen uses a lump of coal to explain how burning fossil fuels results in global warming.

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Tanzanian plane crash-lands into Lake Victoria off Bukoba

The plane was carrying 43 people, 26 of whom have been rescued and sent to hospital, a local official told the BBC.

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Spain cannabis: Police claim largest ever seizure

The weight of the seized plants is roughly equivalent to more than five adult African elephants.

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Afghan female student injured in suicide attack passes university entrance exams

Fatemeh Amiri lost an eye and suffered severe injuries when a bomber struck a tuition centre in Kabul.

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Shyam Saran Negi: Man dubbed 'India's first voter' dies aged 105

Shyam Saran Negi has voted in every election and did so again just three days before his death.

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Jordan Bardella: French National Rally has new leader to replace Le Pen

Jordan Bardella, 27, is the first National Rally leader not to come from the Le Pen family.

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Russian nightclub fire: At the scene of blaze that left at least 13 dead

At least 13 people died in the blaze which investigators believe started after a man fired a flare gun.

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Peru: Tourists detained on river boat in oil protests

"Conditions are starting to deteriorate," one British passenger tells the BBC.

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Berlin climate protesters condemned after death of cyclist

Berlin's fire service says a protest delayed a rescue vehicle sent to treat a 44-year-old woman.

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Tigray: Rare view inside a hidden war

There has been a communications blackout in Ethiopa's Tigray region since the start of the conflict.

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David Icke: Conspiracy theorist banned from Netherlands

The conspiracy theorist will be denied entry for two years, as officials say he could threaten public order.

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Iran security forces and state media cover up protester's death - source

They falsely claim the man was killed by rioters, in the latest such cover-up, BBC Persian finds.

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Midterms: Donald Trump will 'very probably' run again in 2024

The former US president hints at a return at a midterm campaign rally in Iowa.

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World Cup 2022: Fifa tells all competing nations to 'focus on football' in Qatar

Fifa writes to all 32 teams competing at the controversial World Cup in Qatar to tell them the time has come to "focus on the football".

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Ethiopia civil war: Tigray truce a triumph PM Abiy Ahmed

Huge concessions have been made by Tigray leaders to end a two-year conflict in northern Ethiopia.

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Paintballs to be shot at Dutch wolves in bid to make them less tame

The decision comes after a video showed a wolf strolling past a family in a park.

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Trump sues NY Attorney General Letitia James for 'intimidation'

New York Attorney General Letitia James started a fraud case against the former president in September.

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Glencore ordered to pay millions over Africa oil bribes

A court heard a subsidiary of mining firm Glencore bribed officials with cash flown in on private jets.

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Itaewon crush: 'It could have been me'

Jessica says her dream two-week holiday with friends turned into a scary experience in South Korea.

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Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan carried to car after shooting

Pakistan's former prime minister was wounded in the leg during a march in Wazirabad.

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Lena Horne first black actress to have Broadway theatre named in her honour

Civil rights campaigner Lena Horne battled racial segregation to win a major Hollywood film contract .

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Morbi bridge collapse: Why so many children died in India tragedy

More than 40% of the victims were under 18 - some of them were as young as two years old.

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Ex-heavyweight boxer Goran Gogic charged with cocaine trafficking

Montenegrin Goran Gogic is alleged to have arranged the transport of more than $1bn of cocaine to Europe.

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CVS and Walgreens agree to pay $10bn to settle opioids lawsuits

Local governments and others who had brought more than 3,000 lawsuits must now decide whether to accept the deals.

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China Covid: Lockdown delayed potentially lifesaving treatment for sick boy, father says

A Chinese father tells the BBC how Covid measures prevented his son from being seen in time.

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The 'superheroes' catching drug dealers in Peru

Peruvian police arrest four suspects in Lima, with officers masquerading as Marvel characters.

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Migos rapper Takeoff killed by 'stray bullet', record label claims

The star, who was 28, died on Tuesday night after an altercation at a bowling alley in Houston.

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Kenya's famous matriarch elephant dies

Known for her long tusks, Dida was aged between 60 and 65 years and a major tourist attraction.

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Alaa Abdel Fattah: Jailed British-Egyptian activist escalates hunger strike

Alaa Abdel Fattah's family fear for his life after he starts consuming only water in prison in Egypt.

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Mink cull and TV drama: Five things to watch in Danish election

Mette Frederiksen is fighting to stay in power as a new party emerges as possible kingmaker.

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Ghosts, monsters and teddies attend New York Halloween parade

Thousands of New Yorkers attend the 49th annual Village Halloween Parade.

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Man to appear in court charged with attempted murder of Nancy Pelosi husband

The man is charged with attempted murder and assault after an attack on US politician Nancy Pelosi's husband.

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Elon Musk dissolves Twitter's board of directors

It means he cements his control over the company by becoming its sole director.

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Ukraine war: Grain ships leave Ukraine ports despite Russian pull-out

Ukraine says 12 vessels sail from its ports but Russia warns this is too risky after leaving a key deal.

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Iran protests: Authorities charge 1,000 people over Tehran unrest

A prosecutor announces plans for mass trials, as two teenage protesters are buried in the east.

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Trump Organization: Criminal tax fraud trial begins in New York

An executive who worked for Mr Trump for 50 years will testify that he was paid off books by the firm.

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US Supreme Court to weigh end to race-based college admissions

The Supreme Court's decision could radically alter how universities manage admissions.

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Morbi bridge collapse: Hopes fade for survivors in Gujarat tragedy

At least 141 people have died after a bridge in Gujarat state collapsed on Sunday.

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Shanghai Disney: Visitors unable to leave without negative Covid test as park shuts

Rides are continuing to operate for those trapped inside The Happiest Place on Earth.

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Switzerland sets record with world's longest passenger train

The 1.9km (1.2 mile) long train, which is composed of 100 coaches, has completed a 25km journey.

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People climb up collapsed Gujarat bridge to escape river

Footage shows people clinging onto the partially submerged suspension bridge in Gujarat.

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Apple: Chinese workers flee Covid lockdown at iPhone factory

Video shared online shows people jumping a fence to escape the plant, owned by Foxconn, in Zhengzhou.

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Hundreds plunge into river after India bridge collapses

The suspension bridge collapse in Gujarat kills at least 32 people as hundreds are thrown into a river.

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S Korea Halloween crush: 'I was trapped on ledge, watching people die'

Survivors have been speaking of their horror at watching friends and strangers suffocate.

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Somalia Mogadishu bombings: Twin blasts kill 100 in capital

The president blames al-Shabab militants for being behind what he describes as a cowardly attack.

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South Korea Halloween crush: Video shows panic as crowd surges

Halloween revellers are seen struggling in huge crowds as emergency services attend the scene.

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Ukraine war: Russia halts grain deal after 'massive' Black Sea Fleet attack

The UN says it is vital not to imperil the deal, as Ukraine accuses Russia of "using a false pretext".

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Dozens in cardiac arrest in Halloween crowds in South Korea

Videos show a number of people being treated on the street by emergency services, surrounded by large crowds.

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'Massive' drone attack on Black Sea Fleet - Russia

Russia accuses Ukraine of a major drone attack on its Black Sea Fleet in the Crimean port of Sevastopol.

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Guantanamo Bay: US releases oldest detainee Saif Ullah Paracha

Saif Ullah Paracha, 75, returns to Pakistan amid a US push to release uncharged detainees.

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Australian families of IS fighters repatriated from Syrian camp

The UN says women and children living in the camps are enduring conditions amounting to torture.

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Gisele Bundchen and Tom Brady announce divorce

The pair confirm their separation and say they "arrived at this decision amicably".

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Elon Musk clears out Twitter bosses in $44bn deal

The social media platform's management begins to exit as the billionaire seals his takeover of the firm.

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Nancy Pelosi's husband 'violently assaulted' after break-in

An assailant broke into the couple's California home on Friday morning, a statement says.

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The crash dummy aimed at protecting women drivers

Researchers in Sweden are close to completing an industry-first average female crash test dummy.

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Russia ends civilian pull-out before Kherson battle

An eight-day operation ends in Kherson city as Russian officials prepare for a Ukrainian attack.

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Taiwan invites Chinese vets to treat beloved panda

Tuan Tuan was gifted to Taiwan by Beijing in 2008, but relations have soured between the neighbours.

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Unusually warm weather for France and Spain

Bathers enjoy water temperatures of up to 21C on the French Riviera as October ends with a mild spell.

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Italy stabbing: One dead and Arsenal player among several injured

Among those injured in the attack near Milan was Pablo Mari, a footballer on loan from Arsenal.

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World faces most dangerous decade since WW2 - Putin

Russia's president says the West is unable to stay in charge, but is "desperately trying" to cling on.

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Clashes in Iran: Mourning Nika Shakarami

Widespread unrest continues across Iran as security forces reportedly opened fire on protesters.

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Poland demolishes Soviet-era monuments

The statues were torn down in response to a law that prohibits totalitarian regimes.

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Israel-Lebanon gas field deal staves off war threat

They sign an historic agreement on gas fields, ending a dispute which risked triggering a conflict.

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Russia toughens anti-LGBT 'propaganda' ban to apply to all adults

A controversial law preventing sharing information about LGBT people with children is set to apply to all.

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China Covid: Videos emerge of rare protests in Tibet

Clips on social media show hundreds protesting in one of the most tightly-guarded places in China.

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Iran protests escalate as crackdown continues

Iran sees one of the biggest scales of demonstrations yet, as authorities struggle to contain them.

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Even nuns watch porn, Pope says, warning of risks

Pope Francis was answering a question about how best to navigate the digital world.

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Kanye West: What's next for Yeezy and trainer fans?

With big brands including Adidas cutting ties with the rapper, Newsbeat explores what happens next.

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Germany plans to legalise recreational cannabis

In the EU only Malta has legalised recreational cannabis, while the Dutch tolerate limited use.

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Turkey arrests doctors' chief for 'terror propaganda'

Sebnem Fincanci is held after calling for an inquiry into claims that the army used chemical weapons.

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Paraguay rebel: Anger as body taken into jail for farewell

The body of a Paraguayan rebel leader was taken into prison for his jailed sister to bid farewell.

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Eric Weinberg: Scrubs producer and writer pleads not guilty to 18 counts of sexual assault

The 62-year-old is denied bail after appearing in court in Los Angeles on Tuesday.

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Qatar officials stop LGBT activist Peter Tatchell protest

The UK campaigner says it is the first public LGBT protest to take place in a Gulf state.

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Texas synagogue siege: US gun supplier jailed for almost eight years

Henry "Michael" Dwight Williams sold the gun to Faisal Akram just days before a siege at a synagogue.

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Ethiopia civil war: Warring sides begin peace talks

These are the first formal negotiations since the devastating conflict began nearly two years ago.

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Russian court rejects Brittney Griner appeal over jail term

The US basketball star argued her nine-year jail term was disproportionate, but the court upheld the sentence.

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Fire kills 11 at Uganda school for visually impaired children

Such incidents are not uncommon in Uganda where boarding school dormitories can be overcrowded.

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The sand doodler who conquered her Somali Islamic critics

Nujuum Hashi has overcome traditional prejudice to become a respected artist in Somalia.

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Krasovsky: Russia bans 'burn Ukrainian kids' TV presenter

Russian state TV suspends a famous presenter - but its anti-Ukrainian rhetoric continues.

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Michigan school shooting: Teenager pleads guilty to killing classmates

The gunman killed four students last year and faces charges, including terrorism - which is unusual.

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Erfan Rezaei: Iran protester shot dead after removing poster - source

Security forces allegedly killed Erfan Rezaei, 21, after he tore down a photo of the supreme leader.

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Myanmar crisis: 50 killed in air raid on Kachin rebels, reports say

Villagers said there was no warning before the air force dropped bombs on a concert in Kachin state.

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Ukraine war: Russian spy chief blames West for nuclear tension

The head of Russia's foreign intelligence service falsely accuses the West of nuclear war threats.

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Arshad Sharif killing: Prominent Pakistani journalist shot dead in Kenya

Arhsad Sharif was killed by Kenyan police officers in what they say was a case of mistaken identity.

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Paraguay rebel leader Villalba killed in clash with army

Osvaldo Villalba was the main leader of the Paraguayan People's Army (EPP), a Marxist rebel group.

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New ground as tech aims to help boost soil health

As much of the world's earth has been degraded, efforts are being made to improve matters.

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Salman Rushdie has lost sight in one eye, agent Andrew Wylie says

Literary agent Andrew Wylie gives an update on the novelist's health two months after his stabbing.

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China congress: What do people say about China's new leadership team?

It's considered sensitive to talk about China's party leaders in public, but not impossible.

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China congress: Xi cements power by packing top team with loyalists

The Chinese leader moves into a historic third term in power in a break from decades-long tradition.

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Ukraine war: The cost of occupation in Kherson region

As Ukraine retakes territory, villagers tell the BBC about their precarious survival under Russian rule.

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Russian fighter plane crashes in Siberian city of Irkutsk

The Sukhoi Su-30 military jet was on a test flight when it came down in Irkutsk, authorities say.

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Hurricane Roslyn: Mexico braces for powerful storm

Meteorologists warn of dangerous storm surge and flooding in towns on Mexico's Pacific coast.

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Iran protests: Huge rally in Berlin in support

About 80,000 people march in Germany's capital, in the biggest rally held so far by the Iranian diaspora.

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Cost of living: Why more Australians are giving up their pets

The cost of pet food has soared in Australia due to the pandemic and the Ukraine war.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'empty spaces'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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Who's building pipelines to steal Nigeria's oil?

The discovery of a 4km-long pipeline built by thieves to steal Nigeria's crude leaves many in shock.

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Dietrich Mateschitz: Red Bull co-owner & energy drink giant dies aged 78

Red Bull co-owner Dietrich Mateschitz, a major global business figure as a result of his energy drinks empire, dies aged 78.

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The mysterious exit of China's former leader

Why was Hu Jintao asked to leave the stage at the Great Hall of the People during the Party Congress?

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Ukraine war: Russia air strikes target more power facilities

Amid military reverses in the south, Russia continues its effort to cripple Ukraine's energy grid.

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Spain lifts final Covid rules for UK travellers

British holidaymakers will no longer have to provide Covid or vaccination status to get into Spain.

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Sentencing was 'my judgment day' - Bannon

The former White House adviser speaks to media after receiving a four-month jail sentence.

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Iran: Climber Elnaz Rekabi apology was forced, source says

Elnaz Rekabi had said her hijab fell off by mistake, but a source says she was threatened to say so.

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Chad protests: Overnight curfew after protests turn deadly

Around 50 people died in pro-democracy protests as the international community condemns violence.

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Steve Bannon enters court, talks of 'illegitimate regime'

The former Trump adviser walked past protestors yelling 'traitor' before speaking to media.

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Imran Khan: Former Pakistan PM barred from running for office for five years

The election commission bars the former leader for unlawfully selling gifts he received as prime minister.

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Taylor Swift: Midnights praised by critics despite lack of radio hits

Critics praise the "fantastic songs" on Midnights, but some add there is "not a smash hit in sight".

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Chess cheating row: Hans Niemann sues accusers Magnus Carlsen and Chess.com for libel

Hans Niemann is suing grandmaster Magnus Carlsen and others after they accused him of cheating.

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New York court dismisses Kevin Spacey sexual assault lawsuit

The case was brought by Anthony Rapp, who had been seeking around $40m (£36m) in damages.

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Liz Truss resignation: World politicians and media react to Truss departure

News of Liz Truss's resignation prompted quick reaction from political leaders and media commentators around the world.

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Qatar scandal: Exclusive BBC interview on trauma of invasive medical examinations

British and Australian women speak out about their trauma following invasive medical examinations by Qatari officials in 2020.

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China anger over death of girl, 14, sent to Covid quarantine

Footage of the teenager visibly ill have sparked anger online - relatives say pleas for help were ignored.

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Giraffe kills toddler in South Africa game park

Giraffes are not usually aggressive except when females are protecting their calves.

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Argentina celebrates return of Maradona's World Cup final shirt

It was donated by Germany's Lothar Matthäus, who swapped shirts with Maradona during the 1986 final.

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Israel’s balancing act over Ukraine grows trickier after drone strikes

Israel has refrained from providing Ukraine with weapons in a bid to maintain relations with Russia.

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Ukrainian troops under close gunfire

War in eastern Ukraine involves not only artillery strikes, but close combat, as the BBC's Jonathan Beale finds.

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Sweden ditches 'feminist foreign policy'

The new foreign minister said the label had become more important than its content.

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Asra Panahi: Iran schoolgirl died after being beaten by security forces, teachers say

Security forces allegedly attacked Asra Panahi, 15, after she refused to sing a pro-establishment song.

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Anna May Wong: Actress becomes first Asian American on US currency

She will appear as part of an effort to feature notable women on American quarters.

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Silvio Berlusconi boasts of closeness to Vladimir Putin

A leaked audio recording of the former PM threatens to cause another headache for Italy's Giorgia Meloni.

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Liz Truss: What the world is saying about UK turmoil

BBC reporters around the globe explain how the political and economic upheaval is being viewed.

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Japan heritage worker backs car into oldest toilet at Kyoto temple

The man, whose job is to help preserve cultural heritage, mistakenly reversed into the toilet, police say.

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Saudi court jails US citizen for 16 years over critical tweets - family

Saad Ibrahim Almadi, 72, was arrested after travelling to Riyadh to see his family, his son says.

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Colombia drugs: Kingpin Don Mario sentenced to 35 years

Daniel Rendón Herrera led a paramilitary army and smuggled 80 tonnes of cocaine to the US.

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Nord Stream blast 'blew away 50 metres of pipe'

Danish police say explosions damaged two underwater pipelines built to bring Russian gas to Germany.

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East Africa hit by drought, yet Kenya's Lake Turkana is flooding

Kenya's Lake Turkana is expanding rapidly despite four failed rainy seasons, devastating livelihoods.

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Iran rock climber Elnaz Rekabi competes without hijab

Elnaz Rekabi defied Iranian law by not wearing a hijab when she took part in an event in South Korea.

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Paris shocked by murder of Lola, 12, found in box

The schoolgirl's body was found in a container in the courtyard of her apartment building.

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Russian tower block in flames as aircraft crashes

A military plane went down on or near a multi-storey building in the southern town of Yeysk.

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Ulf Kristersson: Swedish parliament elects new PM backed by far right

Ulf Kristersson forms a centre-right coalition, but with a far-right party wielding significant influence.

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Kanye West to buy right-wing platform Parler

Ye "will never have to fear being removed from social media again", Parler boss George Farmer posts.

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Ukraine war: Multiple explosions in Kyiv as Ukraine reports kamikaze drone strikes

Several explosions were heard in the city on Monday, one week after a barrage of Russian strikes on Ukraine.

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Nigeria floods: 'Overwhelming' disaster leaves more than 600 people dead

Nigeria is used to seasonal flooding, but this year has been significantly worse than usual.

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Families reunite on the Mexico-US border

More than 200 people gathered at the Rio Grand River on the Mexico-US border to reunite with their family members.

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Turkey mine deaths: President Erdogan criticised over 'destiny' comments

The coal mine explosion in northern Turkey on Friday night left 41 dead and 28 others injured.

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Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: Civilian bloodbath warning as offensive escalates

Cities in Tigray are reportedly being carpet bombed as food and medical supplies are running out.

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UN condemns 'deeply distressing' discovery of 92 naked migrants at Greece-Turkey border

The men were found alive on the Greek-Turkish border, but exactly what happened is not clear.

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China Communist Party Congress: What matters to people in Beijing?

As China's Communist Party Congress kicks off in Beijing, people tell the BBC what they want from the event.

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Greece: Vehicles dragged into the sea as flash floods hit Crete

At least one person is killed as heavy rains hit the Greek island.

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BioNTech: Could Covid vaccine technology crack cancer?

BioNTech's mRNA cancer trials started long before the pandemic, and have shown some early encouraging signals.

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'I saved for 30 years to see the Titanic'

Since she was a child, Renata has longed to see the wreck of the famous ocean liner which sank in 1912.

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The Ikea-style flat-pack home for refugees

A shelter for displaced people that comes in a flat-pack and takes a few hours to assemble.

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Kyiv told to save electricity after Russian missile strike

A power installation near Ukraine's capital was heavily damaged by another Russian missile strike.

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Funeral for girl and father after Irish explosion

The funeral of Creeslough victims Robert Garwe and his daughter Shauna Flanagan-Garwe has taken place.

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Nigeria floods: Braving the rising waters in Kogi state

More than a million people are now homeless in the worst flooding the nation has seen in a decade.

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Iran protests: Fury over Iran police sex assault video

Footage appearing to show police assaulting a woman in broad daylight sparks anger on social media.

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Ukraine war: Putin says no more massive strike - for now

The Russian president says it is not his aim to destroy Ukraine, despite recent heavy bombardments.

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Haiti: People will die as country nears breaking point - UN

The country is paralysed by a gang violence crisis crippling its basic food and water supplies.

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Beyond Meat executive exits after biting incident

Douglas Ramsey was suspended from his post last month after he was accused of biting a man's nose.

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Zanzibar swimming crabs deaths being investigated

Thousands of dead swimming crabs have washed up on the beaches of the Tanzanian islands.

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Study links coronavirus lockdowns to birth rate drop in Europe

January 2021 saw a 14% birth rate drop in Europe in comparison with previous years, research suggests.

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Iran: Video shows forces shooting fleeing people from truck

Footage shows a gun-mounted pick-up truck chasing people running away, as mass protests continue.

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France sends Germany first gas amid Russia energy crisis

The new flow was sent in "European solidarity" after Russia cut energy supplies to Europe.

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Malala Yousafzai visits Pakistan after deadly floods

The activist travelled to the country for the second time, since she was shot by the Taliban in 2012.

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US inflation rises more than expected in September

Efforts to tame inflation in the US have pushed up the dollar and global borrowing costs.

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Syrian soldiers killed in army bus bombing near Damascus

At least 18 soldiers are reported dead in one of the deadliest attacks in months near the capital.

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Mexico Congress votes to keep military on streets

The vote means that the army looks set to continue carrying out public security duties until 2028.

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'Rare' Roman mosaic found in Rastan, Syria

Officials say the 1,600-year-old panel depicting classical myths is the most complete of its kind.

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Is religious freedom under attack in Nigeria?

Religious freedom is protected under the Nigeria's constitution but religious bodies have increasingly been under attack.

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Gas taps can be still turned on to EU, says Vladimir Putin

The Russian president says the "ball is in the EU's court", but Germany quickly rejects the offer.

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Lab-grown brain cells play video game Pong

Australian and UK researchers grow brain cells in a lab that have learned to play a 1970s video game.

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What is Vladimir Putin thinking and planning?

Getting in his mind is a thankless task - but we should try, writes the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.

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Parkland shooting: Jury to begin deliberations on sentencing

Nikolas Cruz, 24, pleaded guilty in October last year to 17 counts of murder and attempted murder.

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