Ukraine war: 'Most Russian troops' leaving Chernobyl, Ukraine says

Ukraine's state nuclear company says just a few soldiers are left at the former nuclear power plant.

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Kenya's BBI blocked in blow to President Uhuru Kenyatta

Supreme Court judges say President Kenyatta acted unlawfully in his pursuit of constitutional changes.

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Two Palestinians killed during Israeli raid in West Bank

The operation in Jenin follows a recent series of attacks in Israel that have left 11 people dead.

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Will Smith: Chris Rock's first comments since Oscars slap

The comedian says he is "still processing what happened" and denies reports he has spoken to Smith.

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French intelligence chief Vidaud fired over Russian war failings

Gen Eric Vidaud loses his job as military intelligence boss for not predicting Russia's invasion.

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Jamal Khashoggi: Call for Turkey murder trial to be halted

A Turkish prosecutor says the murder trial in Istanbul should be transferred to Saudi Arabia.

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Ukraine war: The Syrians signing up to fight for Russia

Recruits are being offered thousands of dollars to be deployed on the front line in Ukraine.

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Opening statements in IS Beatle jihadist trial

El Shafee Elsheikh is the last of a group of IS militants - known as the Beatles - to be brought to justice.

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Australia floods: Severe flooding strikes Australian east coast again

Home and business have been swamped, with residents forced to evacuate.

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Hong Kong: Top UK judges resign from highest court

The judges say China's new national security law has made their role on highest court untenable.

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Mexico missing students: Parents angry at military's obstruction

A new report says Mexico's armed forces hid evidence that could have helped locate the 43 students.

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Ukraine War: Putin demands Mariupol surrender to end shelling

Comments come as satellite images show the devastation unleashed by Russia's bombardment.

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Germany warns on gas supply over Russia payment row

Germany takes the first step towards gas rationing as a payments row with Russia escalates.

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China: Panic buying in divided Shanghai under lockdown

Residents are scrambling for essentials and quarantining in offices in China's financial capital.

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Donald Trump's 6 January call logs show seven-hour gap

The committee investigating the Capitol riots had sought to obtain the presidential records.

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Seven dead in strike on government office in Ukrainian city of Mykolaiv

Russian forces destroyed an entire section of a local government building in the Tuesday morning strike.

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Does video show Russian prisoners being shot?

Ukrainian authorities investigate a video apparently showing Russian PoWs being shot in the legs.

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Ukraine calls for Nepal to ban Russian climbers from Himalayas

Nepal has issued permits to nine Russian climbers despite a Ukrainian call for them to be banned.

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French elections: Eric Zemmour criticised over 'Killer Macron' rally chants

Emmanuel Macron criticises challenger Eric Zemmour after his supporters chanted "Killer Macron" at a rally.

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Russia-Ukraine war: Abramovich spotted in Istanbul peace talks

The Russian billionaire was seen as the talks began, following reports that he suffered poisoning symptoms.

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Oscars condemns Will Smith slap and launches review

The Oscars film academy says it "condemns" the slapping of Chris Rock and launches a formal review.

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Roman Abramovich suffered suspected poisoning at talks

The billionaire suffered suspected poisoning at talks in Ukraine this month, sources close to him say.

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Kenya to receive millions seized in Jersey to help fight Covid

In a novel scheme, Jersey will send millions of dollars back to Kenya to buy life-saving equipment.

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Mexico shooting: At least 19 killed at cockfighting pit

Sixteen men and three women are dead after the shooting in the state of Michoacán, officials say.

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Why Biden's off-script remarks about Putin are so dangerous

The US President has made a series of unscripted remarks this week, souring US-Russia relations.

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Afghanistan: Taliban bars BBC TV programmes from schedules

Radio and online are unaffected as the regime stops local TV showing international partner content.

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El Salvador: State of emergency after 62 gang killings in a day

The 62 deaths recorded on Saturday make it the country's most violent 24-hour period for 30 years.

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Shanghai Covid: China announces largest city-wide lockdown

The financial hub will be locked down in two phases, in China's biggest city-wide lockdown yet.

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Ukraine: No Russia regime change plans, says Blinken

The US secretary of state spoke after President Biden said Vladimir Putin should not remain in power.

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Nigeria - where President Buhari had to say sorry for a power cut

The lights went out across Nigeria when fuel shortages coincided with the collapse of the power grid.

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Soldiers on patrol outside Kyiv confront Russian drone threat

On patrol with a Ukrainian defence unit carrying out aerial reconnaissance around Kyiv.

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Sidney Poitier's daughter on his Oscars legacy

Sidney Poitier's daughter discusses the late Oscar winner's influence on civil rights and cinema.

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War in Ukraine: Vladimir Putin cannot remain in power - Biden

A White House official says the US president was not calling for a regime change.

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Ukraine war: Five wounded after explosions hit western city of Lviv

Lviv has become a hub for thousands of refugees fleeing other parts of Ukraine since Russia's invasion.

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War in Ukraine: Musicians perform emotional concert in Kharkiv metro station

Musicians performed the concert at a metro station in Kharkiv, being used as a makeshift shelter.

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China plane crash: All 132 passengers and crew dead, officials confirm

Rescue teams are still searching for the second black box at the site of the plane crash in Guangxi.

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Taylor Hawkins: Bogota festival crowd reacts to Foo Fighters drummer's death

The band had been due to perform at the Estereo Picnic festival in Bogota, Colombia, on Friday night.

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Boyfriend ordered pregnant woman's murder

Tshegofatso Pule was found hanging from a tree, provoking outrage across South Africa.

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Royal tour: Kate smiles through the rain in the Bahamas as trip ends

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited a primary school in the Bahamas on the last day of their trip.

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World freedoms at stake, President Biden tells US troops

President Joe Biden tells US troops in Poland that global democracy is at risk amid Ukraine war.

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Ukraine war: JK Rowling hits back at Putin after 'cancel culture' comment

Mr Putin referenced the Harry Potter author during a speech condemning "cancel culture" in the West.

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Ukraine war: Smoke rises from Kyiv fuel depot Russia claims it has destroyed

Moscow says it targeted the largest remaining military fuel storage facility in Ukraine.

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Ukraine war: A dangerous escape on the 'Rescue Express'

A risky night-time race to safety lies ahead for exhausted families fleeing Kyiv each day.

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EU signs US gas deal to curb reliance on Russia

The liquefied natural gas deal with US is part of EU attempts to reduce reliance on Russian energy.

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Texts reveal wife of Supreme Court judge urged for 2020 election overturn

Text messages reveal Virginia Thomas pushed ex-President Trump's staff not to concede the election.

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Ukraine-Russia: The 76-year-old artist taking on Putin

"What's happening is a disgrace," says Elena, who was carried away by police for anti-war protests.

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Australia floods: 'We're resilient, but how about helping us?'

Locals tell dramatic stories of survival and recovery, but accuse politicians of ignoring them.

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Ethiopia's Tigray war: Government declares humanitarian truce

The civil war has left millions in need of food aid and none has been delivered to Tigray for months.

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Russian warship destroyed in occupied port of Berdyansk, says Ukraine

Ukraine's navy says the Orsk, which was used to ferry Russian troops, was hit in Berdyansk.

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War in Ukraine: Explosion seen in Berdyansk as navy claims to destroy Russian ship

The Ukrainian navy says it has destroyed a Russian landing ship named the Orsk in the port city of Berdyansk.

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LGBT people in Iraq live in fear of lives - HRW

A new report describes "routine" attacks on members of the community, including torture and murder.

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Ash Barty: Australians react to world tennis number one's shock retirement

The BBC hears from tennis players in Brisbane, where the world number one Ashleigh Barty regular trained.

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Russian veteran reformer Chubais quits job as Putin envoy

Anatoly Chubais, who was a special international envoy of the president, is said to have left Russia.

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Afghanistan girls' tears over chaotic Taliban schools U-turn

Girls were in shock after high schools were abruptly shut after re-opening for the first time in months.

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Nestle pulls KitKat and Nesquik out of Russia

The Swiss food giant drops some popular brands, but will still sell baby food and medical nutrition.

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Amanda Bynes: Judge ends former actress's nine-year conservatorship

The former child star was placed under the legal guardianship after drug and mental health problems.

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Ukraine war: Ukrainian fightback gains ground west of Kyiv

Authorities in the town of Makariv, near the capital, say Ukrainian flags are flying there again.

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War in Ukraine: 'Pets are getting left at train stations'

A photographer from the UK travels to western Ukraine to rescue pets displaced by war.

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China plane crash: Search teams find flight's black box

Crews had struggled against rain and flooded terrain to find key clues to the plane’s sudden fall.

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Ketanji Brown Jackson: Key moments as Biden's Supreme Court pick quizzed

Lawmakers on a key Senate panel are grilling Ketanji Brown Jackson about her record as a judge.

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Rafael Nadal out for up to six weeks with rib injury

Rafael Nadal will be out of action for between four and six weeks with a stress fracture of the rib, with the French Open starting on 22 May.

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Cristiana Chamorro: Nicaragua opposition leader sentenced

Cristiana Chamorro is the latest rival of President Daniel Ortega to be handed a long sentence.

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Australian-Iranian Shokrollah Jebeli, 83, dies in Tehran prison

Amnesty International said Shokrollah Jebeli's treatment was tantamount to torture.

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WATCH: Ukrainian sailing club protest super yacht linked to Abramovich in Turkey

A Ukrainian sailing team protested the arrival of a super yacht linked to Roman Abramovich in Turkey.

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Ukraine war: Terror of African students in Russian-occupied Kherson

Nigerian students in Ukraine plead for help leaving Kherson as food, medicine and water run low.

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Maharashtra: Rubber penis in family planning kit sparks row

Some lawmakers in Maharashtra state say female health workers will be embarrassed but others disagree.

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Russia Navalny: Jailed opposition leader found guilty in trial branded 'sham'

Alexei Navalny, already in a Russian penal colony, could now be transferred to a top security jail.

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Afghanistan: Girls return to school in amidst hope and fear

The Taliban ban on secondary school education for girls is due to be lifted on Wednesday.

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Oscars 2022: Five ways the Academy is trying to stay relevant

The Academy Awards return this Sunday, but they face a battle to raise their viewing figures.

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Not smart but clever? The return of 'dumbphones'

Why sales of very basic mobile phones, without apps and internet connection, are increasing.

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Ukraine conflict: The wounded children of Putin's war

Survivors from the bombardment of Mariupol are bearing the physical and mental scars of the conflict.

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Inside a children's hospital and pressure on Russian artists - Ukraine war round-up

Ukrainian children suffer in hospital, and musicians are banned from Russian radio for opposing the war.

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War in Ukraine: Backlash in Russia against anti-war musicians

Banned from radio stations and rumoured black lists, artists against the war face a difficult moment.

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In Mariupol, children bear the brunt of Vladimir Putin's war

At a children's hospital near the besieged city, the true impact of Russia's tactics are on display.

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Saudi Aramco ramps up investment to boost production

The state energy firm Saudi Aramco said it would increase investment after profits more than doubled in 2021.

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Belgium carnival 'turned into a tragedy'

At least six people are killed after a car drives into a crowd of carnival-goers in southern Belgium.

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Four killed after car rams into crowd in Belgium

At least 12 others are reported to be seriously injured following the crash, which happened early on Sunday.

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Ukraine war: 'Tanks in streets' as fighting hits Mariupol centre

Street fighting hampers efforts to rescue civilians trapped in a bombed theatre, the mayor says.

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War in Ukraine: Ballet dancer refugees shelter in Polish opera house

The Polish National Ballet is offering shelter to about 30 Ukrainian dancers in its opera house.

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Ukraine conflict: Scores feared dead after Russia attack on Mykolaiv barracks

A source tells the BBC's Andrew Harding in Mykolaiv that up to 200 soldiers were in when missiles struck.

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Russia claims first use of hypersonic Kinzhal missile in Ukraine

Russia says it fired a Kinzhal missile at a Ukrainian arms depot, in an apparent change of strategy.

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Ukraine war: Man rescued from Kharkiv rubble after shelling

A man is pulled alive from the rubble of a teaching building in Ukraine, after Russian shelling.

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Russians board International Space Station in Ukrainian colours

Three cosmonauts ditch the standard-issue Russian uniforms in an apparent show of solidarity.

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How Poland's business community is helping Ukrainians

Small and medium sized firms, including recruiters, are organising support for arriving refugees.

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Russia, Canada diplomats spar over 'edited' letter

Russian accuses Canada of 'kindergarten' diplomacy in spat over a Russian letter sent to UN members.

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Tiny town opening its arms to Ukrainian refugees

People living in the town of Aberfeldy in Scotland are opening their homes to Ukrainian refugees.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger's anti-Ukraine war video trends on Russian social media

In the Twitter video, he warns Russians they are being fed misinformation over the Ukraine war.

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Russia Today: Amol Rajan explains Ofcom's licence decision

Regulator Ofcom said Russia Today was not "fit and proper to hold a UK broadcasting licence".

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Airline giant Delta warns oil increases mean higher ticket prices

The jump in oil prices since Russia invaded Ukraine is set to lead to higher airfares.

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P&O Ferries sacks 800 workers but crew refuse to leave ships

Ferry services are cancelled as staff are told via Zoom that they are being made redundant immediately.

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Iran rescues dozens as UAE-flagged cargo ship sinks in Gulf

All but one of the 30 crew of the UAE-flagged vessel have been pulled from the water, officials say.

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Marina Ovsyannikova: Interrogators did not believe TV protest was my idea

Marina Ovsyannikova explains why she protested against war in Ukraine on a live Russian TV news broadcast.

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Kanye West: Rapper suspended from Instagram for 24 hours

The rapper used a racial slur in reference to Trevor Noah after the comedian criticised his behaviour.

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Cuba anti-government protesters jailed for up to 30 years

They were found guilty of sedition and theft after taking part in rare anti-government demonstrations.

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What is a war crime and could Putin be prosecuted over Ukraine?

If Russia has carried out war crimes in Ukraine how could Putin or his army generals be prosecuted?

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Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and Anoosheh Ashoori return to the UK after years held in Iran

Two British-Iranian nationals detained in Iran for several years have landed at RAF Brize Norton.

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Zelensky to address Congress as US pledges $800m in military aid

Ukraine's president will address Congress by video, as the US offers greater military assistance.

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Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe on way home to UK

The British-Iranian woman, who was held in Iran for nearly six years, is at Tehran airport with dual national Anoosheh Ashoori, her MP says.

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Nigerian volunteer: 'Fighting in Ukraine is better than living here'

Hundreds of young men across Africa say they want to take up arms in Ukraine.

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War in Ukraine: Inside the Ukrainian homes destroyed by war

Residential apartment blocks in Kyiv have again been hit by Russian air strikes.

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War in Ukraine: Kyiv flats destroyed in overnight bombardment

Firefighters extinguished a blaze and evacuated residents from the residential building.

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War in Ukraine: Surrogate babies wait for parents in Kyiv bomb shelter

At least 21 babies born through surrogacy are stuck waiting for their biological parents to take them home.

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India investigates missile that landed in Pakistan

Ministers said the missile was accidentally fired into Pakistan on 3 March due to a "technical malfunction".

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Ukraine war: Protester exposes cracks in Kremlin's war message

Marina Ovsyannikova's moment of protest on TV was extraordinary - but she now faces prosecution.

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Spain skies turn orange after Saharan dust cloud sweeps over country

A large area was hit by the dust, which swept across the Mediterranean Sea.

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Jane Campion sorry to Venus and Serena Williams for 'thoughtless' remark

Film-maker Jane Campion apologises for a "thoughtless" remark about Venus and Serena Williams.

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As world watches Ukraine, Syria's war grinds on

While the world's attention is focused on Ukraine, Syria is still suffering in its long war.

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Ukraine maps: Tracking the Russian invasion

Russian troops have expanded their offensive as they continue attempts to cut off the capital Kyiv.

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Gustavo Petro: Ex-rebel wins his coalition's primary

After winning his coalition's primary, Gustavo Petro could become Colombia's first left-wing leader.

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Ukraine war: Silent streets in wiped out Donetsk town

Volnovakha, a town in Donetsk, eastern Ukraine, has been decimated by fighting.

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Ukraine war: Drone shots show Mariupol devastated by fighting

Thousands of civilians have been trapped in the Ukrainian port city for nearly two weeks

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Ukraine war: Pregnant woman and baby die after hospital shelled

The woman, seen in a widely shared image being carried out of the maternity hospital, dies along with her baby.

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Ukraine war: Residents rescued after Kyiv apartment block strike

Two people died when the residential building in the Ukrainian capital was hit.

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Poland feels the strain of Ukraine's refugees

The eastern town of Zamosc has welcomed thousands of refugees but locals wonder how long they can cope.

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Brent Renaud: Friend of US journalist killed in Ukraine speaks to BBC

Mea last spoke to Brent four days ago, and says he was excited to work on a documentary in Ukraine.

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Brent Renaud: US journalist and filmmaker killed in Ukraine

It is the first reported death of a foreign journalist covering the war in Ukraine.

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Ukraine war: 'Sky turned red' as missiles hit Lviv military base

"It doesn't matter where you live" - fear after a deadly attack on military base close to Polish border.

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War in Ukraine: Video shows destroyed buildings on fire after shelling

Footage shared by the State Emergency Service of Ukraine shows buildings in Chernihiv totally destroyed.

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War in Ukraine: Russian forces accused of abducting second mayor

The news comes as Ukraine says Russia is trying to create "pseudo-republics" to break up the country.

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Roman Abramovich: Rabbi investigated over Portuguese citizenship

Daniel Litvak helped Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich obtain Portuguese citizenship in 2021.

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War in Ukraine: People flee Irpin after key bridge destroyed

The BBC's Abdujalil Abdurasulov is in Irpin, where people are attempting to navigate a makeshift river crossing.

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Saudi Arabia executes 81 men in one day

The range of charges on which the men were convicted included terrorism and holding "deviant beliefs".

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Ukraine war: Evacuations 'extremely difficult' amid shelling

New attempts are under way to get civilians out of bombed Ukrainian cities as Russia's attack intensifies.

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Ukraine war: Pictures of war intensifying in third week

Images from Russia's invasion of Ukraine show a conflict turning deadlier nearly three weeks on.

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Watch: Otters in Singapore cross road with police escort

Why did the otters cross the road? They were outside Singapore's presidential palace, so that may be a clue.

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Mystery drone from Ukraine war crashes in Croatia

Experts believe a drone that crashed in Zagreb was a Soviet-era type used by the Ukrainian military.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky says Ukraine 'on the way to victory'

Ukraine's president says "it's not possible to say how many more days it will take", but his country will defeat Russia.

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UK visas for Ukrainian refugees: 'We don't deserve such an attitude'

Lena Kamolikova came from London to collect her Ukrainian mother Raisa, but they face a lengthy process to apply for a UK visa.

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Ukraine war: Putin seeks foreign volunteers to fight in Ukraine

"We need to give them what they want and help them get to the conflict zone," the Russian leader said.

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Abuse apology: ‘It was a nightmare in that place’

Jimmy Stewart is one thousands of survivors of abuse at children's institutions in Northern Ireland.

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Yemen: Two women freed in US-Saudi special op

They had been captive since going to visit relatives in the capital, Sanaa, a Saudi official said.

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War in Ukraine: Destruction in wake of first strikes on Dnipro

A shoe factory and a nursery are among the buildings said to have been hit.

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Ukraine war: Huge fireball lights up night sky over Lutsk

According to eyewitness accounts from the area, a nearby airfield was hit by strikes.

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Ukraine war: Roman Abramovich sanctioned by UK

Chelsea FC owner Roman Abramovich one of seven oligarchs sanctioned by the UK government.

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Russia-Ukraine war: Family drags grandmother to safety from Bucha

When his neighbour's house was hit by a tank, Dmytro decided to get out of the town of Bucha fast.

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Toddler tossed to safety from burning building

A brave father threw his son, 3, from the window of a burning building down to first responders.

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Novak Djokovic pulls out of Indian Wells and Miami Open over US coronavirus rules

Novak Djokovic withdraws from Indian Wells and the Miami Open - the first two Masters Series events of the year - because of US coronavirus rules.

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Yogi Adityanath: The Hindu hardliner in India who scripted election history

Yogi Adityanath is leading the BJP back to office in state elections - how high could he rise in India?

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Boda-Boda: The enduring menace of Kenya's motorbike taxis

A video of a woman driver being assaulted by motorbike taxi riders sparks renewed calls for action.

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Venezuela releases two jailed US citizens after talks

The two were released just days after a high-level US delegation met President Nicolás Maduro.

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Guatemala Congress bans same-sex marriage

The law also increases the length of prison sentences for women who seek an abortion.

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Ukraine: Four moments of human connection amid the war

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, moments of hope and music have emerged on social media.

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Ukraine war: Visas a shambles, Brits with Ukrainian family say

Britons with Ukrainian partners criticise the bureaucracy refugees trying to enter the UK are met with.

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Shell sorry and pledges to stop buying Russian oil

The energy giant says it will also close all its petrol stations in Russia and stop buying oil there.

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War in Ukraine: ‘We went from brewing beer to making Molotov cocktails’

We decided to use our knowledge of chemistry to help the civil defence forces, a brewery owner says.

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Ukraine conflict: How reliant is the world on Russia for oil and gas?

Russia says it may cut off gas supplies if countries decided to ban Russian oil.

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Boy of 11 flees Ukraine by himself

Hassan travelled 1,200km to Slovakia with two bags, a passport and his relatives' phone number.

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Ukraine: Russian general killed near Kharkiv, say defenders

Russia has not confirmed the claimed deaths of Maj-Gen Vitaly Gerasimov and other officers.

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War in Ukraine: What effect are US and Europe's weapon shipments to Ukraine having?

Russian has struggled to gain air supremacy as Ukrainian forces make use of missiles supplied by the West.

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A western Ukrainian city becomes a waypoint for thousands on the move

At the central train station in Lviv, many thousands arrive after fleeing bombed out cities further east.

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In pictures: 'Magical bowls' among relics seized in Jerusalem

Pottery adorned with "spells", ancient ivory and hundreds of coins are found in a raid in Jerusalem.

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Shane Warne: Australian cricket legend died from natural causes - police

Thai police say there's no sign of foul play in the cricketer's death while on holiday on Koh Samui.

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TikTok limits services as Netflix pulls out of Russia

TikTok suspends live streaming and new content from its platform, while Russians can no longer access Netflix.

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Jane Campion: Power of the Dog director thrilled with her Hollywood comeback

The award-winning director is championing women in Hollywood after a break away from the big screen.

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Protests across Russia see thousands detained

The detainments took place at 49 cities, from St Petersburg in the west to Vladivostok in the east.

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Queretaro v Atlas: At least 22 injured as fans fight at Mexican match

At least 22 people are injured as violence breaks out among the crowd at a top-flight match in Mexico.

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Ukraine war: Residents run from Russian shelling in Irpin, near Kyiv

People are seen dropping to the ground as the town, just outside Kyiv, is attacked again.

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Shell defends 'difficult' decision to buy Russian crude oil

The oil giant confirmed it made a purchase of Russian crude oil on Friday but said it had "no alternative".

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Ukraine: Russia has attacked schools and hospitals, says deputy PM

Meanwhile, the UN says more than 1.5m people have now fled Ukraine since Russia invaded on 24 February.

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Ukraine invasion: Can China do more to stop Russia's war in Ukraine?

As Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, many are looking to China's response.

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Siege of Mariupol: Fresh Russian attacks throw evacuation into chaos

Mass evacuation postponed because of continued Russian shelling.

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War in Ukraine: Russian helicopter shot down by missile

The video, shared by Ukrainian armed forces, shows the helicopter being hit by a missile.

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War in Ukraine: Thousands of pro-Russia Serbs march in Belgrade

Flags and flares are paraded through the Serbian capital, as marchers show support for Moscow.

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Ukraine: Russians still bombing Mariupol despite ceasefire - deputy mayor

Serhiy Orlov tells the BBC that attacks are still happening despite a ceasefire being agreed.

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Ukraine crisis: Kharkiv residents still sheltering underground a week on

The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from a metro station where people have been sheltering from attacks.

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How dangerous was the nuclear plant attack?

Russia's invasion of Ukraine poses serious safety concerns at its nuclear power plants.

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War in Ukraine: Families run for cover as Russian air strikes hit Chernihiv

Residents of Chernihiv and other cities say apartments, hospitals and schools are being destroyed.

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War in Ukraine: Russia restricts access to BBC in media crackdown

Restrictions are placed on several broadcasters as a law makes it an offence to spread "fake" information.

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Pakistan bombing kills dozens in Shia mosque in Peshawar

A bombing inside a Shia mosque in the city of Peshawar kills at least 30 people and wounds many more.

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WATCH: 3D model shows extent of Russian military convoy

Sections of the 40-mile convoy are modelled in 3D using satellite imagery, showing its scale from above.

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WATCH: Russian TV staff walk off set after final broadcast

Channel TV Rain stops operating after coming under pressure over its coverage of the war in Ukraine.

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Ukraine: Why so many African and Indian students were in the country

The thousands of foreign students who have fled the conflict are wondering what to do next.

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Jovenel Moïse murder: Suspect handed over to Haiti

The suspect, who was part of President Moïse's security team, was arrested in the Dominican Republic.

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Russia: Long queues of people wanting to withdraw money in Moscow

People in the Russian capital are trying to take out currency, as fears continue over financial sanctions.

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Ukraine conflict: Reporter takes cover as blast lights up Kyiv's sky

Watch the moment a huge explosion happens just as Charlie D'Agata from CBS News finishes his report.

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Ukrainian mothers resort to giving birth in hospital basements

As Russia's invasion continues, Ukrainian hospitals are forced to move their maternity wards underground.

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Ukraine: Pensioner arrested at anti-war protest in Russia

Elderly activist Yelena Osipova is detained after protesting against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Ukraine: Kharkiv university ablaze after Russian missile hit

Video shows firefighters tackling a blaze at the Karazin National University in Ukraine's second city.

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Tanzania: Ukrainian tourists stranded in Zanzibar want to return home

Around 1,000 Ukrainian tourists are stranded in Tanzania's semi-autonomous islands of Zanzibar.

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What Americans think of President Biden's Ukraine response

"This shows America is weak" - Philadelphians weigh-in on the US response to the war in Ukraine.

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Ukraine: Polish communities help people fleeing war

Communities across Poland, and particularly along the border, are rallying to help people who have fled Ukraine.

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How many nuclear weapons does Russia have?

A look at Russia's nuclear arsenal and basic guide to nuclear weapons and their destructive power

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Newly elected Honduras government to ban open-pit mining

Honduras exports gold, silver, zinc and lead but the new government says the industry is "harmful".

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Syria shopping centre blaze kills 11

The entire six-storey building went up in flames, killing security guards and staff.

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Building hit by missile in Kharkiv's Freedom Square

Video show a strike targeting government offices in central Kharkiv, Ukraine.

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