France shooting: How a teenager's death sparked riots

The 17-year-old's shooting during a traffic stop has provoked anger across the country.

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France riots: Why are police using guns during traffic stops?

Nahel M's death follows an increase in police using firearms on drivers who fail to stop.

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Finland's economy minister resigns after 10 days over Nazi references

The nationalist Finns Party member lasted just 10 days in office after the extremist remarks emerged.

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Kevin Spacey: Jurors told actor is a 'sexual bully' during sex assault trial

The actor denies 12 charges covering sex assault allegations made by four men spanning more than a decade.

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Poland charges Russian ice hockey player with spying

The suspect, a Russian national playing in Poland's major league, faces up to 10 years in prison.

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China tightens Xi Jinping's powers against the West with new law

The law underscores China's aggressive diplomacy, but does not guarantee it will take greater actions.

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Chrissy Teigen and John Legend welcome fourth child via surrogate

Teigen, who spoke about losing a baby in 2020, thanked their surrogate for an "incredible gift".

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Climate change: China's green power surge offers hope on warming

A boom in wind and solar energy in China may curb emissions faster than expected, a report says.

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Rwanda policy: Asylum charity welcomes Court of Appeal asylum decision

The government suffers a setback as judges say Rwanda is not a safe third country for asylum seekers.

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Mother of teenage boy speaks after Paris police shooting

Seventeen-year-old Nahel M was shot by police during a traffic stop in Nanterre, a suburb of Paris.

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What social media videos reveal about Paris teen's death

The BBC's Hugh Schofield looks at the questions around the police killing of 17-year-old Nahel.

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Chess player Hans Niemann's $100m lawsuit over cheating claims dismissed

Lawyers for American grandmaster Hans Niemann say they will pursue his claims in state court.

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Daniel Penny pleads not guilty in NY subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely

Daniel Penny, 24, denies second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely.

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Thai court acquits five charged with blocking Queen's convoy

The protesters were part of youth-led pro-democracy rallies in 2020 calling for royal reforms.

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Paris: Macron calls police killing of teen 'unforgivable'

His words followed the shooting of a 17-year-old who failed to obey traffic police in the Paris region.

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Hajj: Price rises making pilgrimage increasingly unaffordable

The pilgrimage to Mecca is becoming increasingly unaffordable for many Muslims across the world.

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Donald Trump countersues writer E Jean Carroll for defamation

The former president alleges the writer falsely accused him of rape after a jury found he sexually abused her.

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Angela Bassett: Black Panther actress to receive honorary Oscar

The star's honorary award comes months after she lost out on an Oscar for the Black Panther sequel.

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Ex-Audi boss Stadler avoids jail in VW emissions scandal

Rupert Stadler is given a suspended term and a fine for fraud and negligence over Dieselgate.

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Wagner group to hand over heavy weapons as FSB drops mutiny charges

Charges against members of the mercenary group are also being dropped, Russia's security forces say.

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Police hunt man filmed carving names on Colosseum

Italian police are investigating the act of vandalism at the historic Roman amphitheatre.

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Ukraine war: Russia executed 77 civilians detained by its forces UN says

The UN says more than 800 people have been arbitrarily detained, with evidence of widespread torture.

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Spanish swimming pools in Catalonia told not to ban topless bathing

Activists are celebrating a ruling by the Spanish region to enforce an equality law on going topless.

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Ukraine likely to have retaken land occupied by Russia since 2014 UK's MoD says

It comes as Ukraine's president says the country's counter-offensive is making advances on all fronts.

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Chinese millionaire fails 27th attempt at passing university entrance exams

The 56-year-old has been trying for decades to pass China's notoriously tough Gaokao exams.

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Horse airlifted to safety from deep Italian pit

The dramatic moment a horse stranded down a four metre-deep Italian pit is hauled free by helicopter.

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Tucker Carlson: Fox News names Jesse Watters to replace star anchor

Jesse Watters, who joined the network in 2002, will host the channel's primetime evening slot.

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Colorado Club Q shooting: Attacker pleads guilty to murder and attempted murder

Anderson Lee Aldrich, 23, opened fire with an assault rifle at Club Q in Colorado Springs.

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Russia still investigating Wagner boss Prigozhin for treason

The Kremlin tries to convey normality after a weekend of turmoil, but the Wagner group is still active.

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Syria war: Nine killed as Russia air strike hits Idlib market

The UN expresses deep concern about escalating hostilities after Russian jets bomb rebel-held Idlib.

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The tech flaw that lets hackers control surveillance cameras

Security flaws in two surveillance camera brands used around the world have been identified by Panorama.

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US woman shoots Uber driver she believed was kidnapping her

The Kentucky woman fatally shot the driver she thought was taking her to Mexico.

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Glastonbury: Watch the final day's acts in 93 seconds

Elton John, Lil Nas X, and Blondie among the stars to have performed on the final day.

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Fentanyl: More people injecting drugs worldwide says UN

Nearly 40 million people now suffer from drug-related disorders, says a report on the illegal trade.

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Ros Atkins on... five impacts of the Wagner mutiny

The BBC’s Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at what the consequences are of the failed Wagner mutiny.

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Julian Sands: Remains found in California area where British actor disappeared

The 65-year-old disappeared in mountains north of Los Angeles after hiking in bad weather in January.

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Wagner: Tracking the mercenary group's day of rebellion in Russia

The US secretary of state calls the actions of the mercenary group a "direct challenge to Putin's authority".

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What will Putin do next? And other key questions

What happens to Wagner? What will Putin do next? And how will it affect war in Ukraine? Key questions answered.

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Wagner chief's 24 hours of chaos in Russia

Wagner's mercenary boss threatened an armed rebellion but pulled back from marching on Moscow.

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Lewis Capaldi struggles to finish Glastonbury set

After suffering vocal problems, the Scottish star suggests he might have to take an extended break.

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The Ashes 2023: England's Tammy Beaumont hits record 208 but Australia build lead in one-off Test

Australia take control of the one-off Ashes Test at Trent Bridge despite Tammy Beaumont's record-breaking 208 for England.

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Prigozhin: The day Wagner chief went rogue in 83 seconds

Yevgeny Prigozhin has called for a rebellion against the Russian military and entered Rostov-on-Don.

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Yevgeny Prigozhin: From hot dog seller to Wagner boss

The BBC's Ros Atkins looks at Yevgeny Prigozhin's unusual rise through the military ranks.

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Putin under pressure as ally Yevgeny Prigozhin turns rebel

The Russian leader vowed to punish Yevgeny Prigozhin after his Wagner forces seized a key Russian city.

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Yevgeny Prigozhin: Wagner chief blames war on defence minister

Yevgeny Prigozhin claims Vladimir Putin and the country have been deceived by Sergei Shoigu.

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Germany passes law to attract skilled migrant workers amid fierce debate

The measure, intended to address a labour shortage, will lower hurdles for migrants to the country.

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Ukraine war: Moment missile strikes bridge to Crimea

A bridge in Ukraine connecting southern Ukraine to the Crimean peninsula has been hit by missiles.

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Victims lose 3.5m in child abuse extortion scam

The gang sent people fake court summonses, accusing them of viewing images of children being sexually abused.

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Greece boat disaster: 350 Pakistanis were on board minister says

Hundreds are feared drowned after a boat crowded with migrants capsized off Greece on 14 June.

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Victor Wembanyama chosen by San Antonio Spurs as first pick in 2023 NBA draft

Victor Wembanyama targets winning an NBA championship ring after the San Antonio Spurs choose him as the number one overall pick in the 2023 draft.

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Titanic sub: What debris has been found and what does it mean?

The BBC's Jonathan Amos evaluates what parts of the Titan submersible have been found deep at sea.

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Spate of mass brawls at German outdoor swimming pools

Fights in open-air pools have led to calls for better security at the popular summer bathing spots.

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Bolsonaro: Trial which could bar Brazil ex-leader from office starts

Brazil's ex-president faces charges of spreading false information about Brazil's electoral system.

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Firefighters rescue horse from Florida swimming pool

The horse fell into the pool in Paso County after being spooked by another horse.

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Watch: The latest on the Titanic sub

The BBC's Jon Amos looks at what we know so far about the sub that went missing in the Atlantic.

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Greece boat disaster: Two families united in grief thousands of miles apart

Up to 600 people are feared dead after the migrant boat disaster off Greece - many from Egypt and Pakistan.

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Amazon said to have 'duped' Prime customers

The US has sued Amazon for allegedly tricking customers during the Prime sign-up process.

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Belize declared free from malaria by health chiefs

Belize is the second country in Central America to eradicate malaria in the past five years.

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Titanic submersible: How tapping sounds might reach rescue teams

Jonathan Amos explains how passengers of the missing sub could try to communicate with the outside world.

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Could Russia really play nuclear roulette in Ukraine?

Steve Rosenberg looks at how discussion of the use of nuclear weapons has crept into Russian media.

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Maya civilisation: Archaeologists find ancient city in jungle

The remains of the city were found in an ecological reserve in a mostly unexplored area of jungle.

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Watch: Huge fire burns by Las Vegas highway

No injuries were reported after the fire broke out at a block of flats under construction.

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Hunter Biden to plead guilty to tax crimes and admit gun offence

President Biden's son is set to plead guilty to tax crimes and admit illegally owning a gun while a drug user.

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Four Israelis shot dead near West Bank settlement

Another four were injured when gunmen opened fire at a petrol station outside Eli, medics say.

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Japan sterilisation law victims included nine-year-olds

Parliament discloses for the first time children as young as nine were victims of an eugenics law.

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Paris 2024 Olympics: French police raid organisers' headquarters

It is unclear what prompted the search but French media links it to how contracts have been awarded.

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Women's World Cup: Players put 'at risk' at qualifiers

Football union Fifpro reveals "shocking" lack of pay and medical supervision in qualifying rounds.

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Russia renews drone and missile attacks on Ukraine

A wave of air attacks is reported on Kyiv and other cities - but no-one is injured, officials say.

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Adipurush: Indian film dialogue sparks Bollywood ban in Nepal cities

Two Nepal cities have banned screenings of Bollywood films over a line in epic film Adipurush.

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Greece boat disaster: Trafficking suspects plead not guilty

Nine men have appeared in court in connection with last week's migrant boat disaster in Greece.

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Houston rapper Big Pokey dies after collapsing during performance

He was best known as a member of the Screwed Up Click, an influential group of Houston-based artists

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Greece boat disaster: Ship tracking casts doubt on Greek Coastguard's account

The BBC finds evidence an overcrowded fishing vessel was not moving for at least seven hours before it capsized.

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Greece boat disaster: Tracking data sheds light on migrant shipwreck

BBC Europe correspondent reveals data challenging the Greek authorities' account of boat disaster.

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Iraq: displays 2800-year-old stone tablet returned by Italy

Italian authorities handed over the ancient tablet to Iraq after more than four decades.

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Woman who knocked on coffin at her funeral dies after week in hospital

The Ecuadorean woman died days after mourners at her funeral were shocked to find her alive in her coffin.

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Vienna Pride parade attack foiled Austrian police say

Police say the three people arrested - one a boy of 14 - were suspected Islamist sympathisers.

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World Cup 2022: Almost 20000 abusive social media posts - Fifa report

Almost 20,000 abusive social media posts were aimed at players, coaches and officials during last year's World Cup, says a Fifa report.

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Rare earthquake damages French homes schools and churches

Hundreds of buildings in western France are declared uninhabitable following the rare earthquake.

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South Korea: Police clash with officials over Daegu LGBT event

City workers led by the mayor tried to block the annual pride event, but police intervened.

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Sudan crisis: Five children among 17 killed in air strikes

Twenty-five homes were destroyed in the densely populated area of Yarmouk, where civilians are trapped.

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Trooping the Colour: Charles's first birthday parade as King in 57 seconds

This is Charles's first Trooping the Colour, a ceremony that marks his official birthday, as king.

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Why Spotify's big bet on Meghan fell flat

The end of the Duchess of Sussex's podcast on Spotify is a sign of wider change in the industry.

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US Open 2023: Rickie Fowler leads Rory McIlroy moves into contention as Matt Fitzpatrick hits hole-in-one

Rickie Fowler ties the lowest 36-hole score in US Open history as Rory McIlroy produces a sensational back nine to jump into contention in Los Angeles.

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South Africa's stranded presidential security team: Poland denies racism

South Africa's presidential security chief accuses Polish officials of racism after being stuck on a plane.

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Japan redefines rape and raises age of consent in landmark move

The laws redefine rape and raise the age of consent from 13, after public anger over rape acquittals.

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Hans Zimmer proposes to partner during O2 Arena live show

The Oscar-winning composer brought Dina De Luca on stage at London's O2 Arena to pop the question.

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Massive Swiss rockfall stops short of evacuated village of Brienz

Brienz was evacuated last month when geologists warned the rockface above it was due to collapse.

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Greece boat disaster: Officials deny coastguard rope led to migrant tragedy

A series of reports suggest the migrant boat went down after it was tied to a coastguard vessel.

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Watch: Rescuer swims through rough seas to save stranded dog

The dog's owner says she is doing well after she fell off a cliff and was rescued by the coastguard.

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George Orwell's 1984 returned to Portland library after 65 years

Man returns George Orwell's dystopian novel to library decades late because of its relevance today.

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Pope Francis leaves hospital after hernia surgery

The 89-year-old is discharged from the Gemelli health centre in Rome and is said to be in good spirits.

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Sudan conflict: West Darfur governor killed after genocide claim

Khamis Abakar blamed paramilitary forces for West Darfur's ethnic violence hours before his abduction.

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Anger at Israeli army probe into fatal shooting of Palestinian toddler

Mohammed Tamimi's parents condemn a report blaming a mix-up for his killing by an Israeli soldier.

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Peru archaeology: Ancient mummy found under rubbish dump

Archaeologists first spotted the hair of the 3,000-year-old mummy at the site of a rubbish dump.

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Southern Baptists expel US churches with female pastors

'This is a sad day for Southern Baptists,' says Pastor Linda Barnes Popham of a now-expelled church.

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Greece boat disaster: Capsized boat had 100 children in hold - reports

Survivors from a fishing boat that sank off Greece say as many as 750 people may have been on board.

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Rammstein: German police open sex offence investigation into Till Lindemann

A number of women have alleged they were recruited for sex with singer Till Lindemann at concerts.

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Russian embassy: Australia blocks new Canberra site over spying risk

Laws are quickly passed to halt construction, in light of an alleged spying risk.

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Ukraine in maps: Tracking the war with Russia

Ukraine's long-awaited counter-offensive to retake territory from Russia's occupying forces has started

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Ukraine war: Video shows woman pulled alive from rubble in Ukraine

Ukrainian police released footage showing the end of what it said was an hours-long rescue mission.

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Rust weapons supervisor was likely hungover on set prosecutors claim

A cinematographer was fatally shot on the set, and the expert is facing an involuntary manslaughter charge.

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Israeli troops will not face criminal charges over Palestinian-American's death

The soldiers gagged and bound 80-year-old dual US citizen Omar Asad, who then died of heart failure.

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Ukraine war: Mystery over Chechen commander reported wounded in Ukraine

Chechen commander and MP Adam Delimkhanov's whereabouts are unknown, but colleagues say he is alive.

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Ukraine war: At least three killed in Odesa strikes Kyiv says

Officials says a missile fired by a Russian warship in the Black Sea hit a food warehouse in the city.

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International drugs ring smuggled cocaine in surfboards

Police disband a gang which stashed surfboards full of cocaine and sent them from Uruguay to Europe.

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John Romita Sr: Marvel artist who contributed to Spider-Man and Wolverine dies

He helped to create Wolverine, as well as the Spider-Man characters Mary Jane Watson and Kingpin.

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Valery Zaluzhny the man behind Ukraine's counteroffensive

Gen Valery Zaluzhny is Ukraine's handpicked army boss and mastermind of the unlikely successes over Russia.

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Ukraine offensive: BBC visits village liberated from Russian control

Neskuchne in Donetsk region saw the heaviest fighting according to the battalion which liberated it.

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Ethiopia repatriates Ugandan cult members who went there to starve

Their pastor allegedly told them that they would "meet Jesus Christ" after fasting for 40 days.

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US sprinter died from complications in childbirth

American sprinter Tori Bowie, who died in May at the age of 32, died from complications in childbirth, her agent says.

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Nine injured in mass shooting after Denver Nuggets NBA win

The suspected gunman was shot and is in custody, according to Denver Police Department.

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Guinness World Records: Hilda Baci's non-stop cooking record confirmed

Hilda Baci caused a sensation last month after cooking non-stop for four days.

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Donald Trump due in court to face charges over classified files

He is expected to deny dozens of charges relating to the handling of US government secrets.

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Colombia plane crash: New video shows lost children found in Amazon

Newly released footage shows rescuers tending to the children after they spent 40 days in the Amazon.

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Netherlands and Canada ask world court to rule on Syria torture claims

The Netherlands and Canada ask the ICJ to compel the Syrian government to cease any acts of torture.

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Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's studio condemn Donald Trump campaign video

The film studio, owned by the two actors, said it does not grant consent for material to be used.

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JP Morgan agrees to settle lawsuit brought by Jeffrey Epstein victim

The largest US bank says it regrets its relationship with "monstrous" sex-trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.

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Berlusconi, the belly dancer and the bunga bunga parties

Apart from his impact as a politician, the late Italian ex-PM had a lurid and colourful personal life.

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Silvio Berlusconi: Four memorable moments from his life

The former Italian PM, well known for a colourful private life, has died at the age of 86.

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How 4 children survived 40 days in hostile Colombian jungle

The youngsters defied the odds in a part of the Amazon rainforest home to jaguars and wild dogs.

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Michael Travis Leake, US musician, detained in Russia

Michael Travis Leake has been accused of selling drugs to young people, AFP reports.

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Philadelphia Interstate 95 freeway partially collapses following underpass fire

Aerial images show the partial disintegration caused by an oil tanker fire underneath the I-95 highway.

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Ukraine floods recede but fears over disease remain

Tens of thousands have lost access to drinking water and the UK is warning of a "sanitation crisis".

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Ukraine war: Russia moves to take direct control of Wagner Group

It appears to be the latest in a public falling out between the Wagner boss and Russian officials.

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Diego Garcia: The tropical island ‘hell’ for dozens of stranded migrants

They set sail to flee persecution, they say - but ended up on an isolated island in the Indian Ocean.

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Donald Trump still headline act for Republicans, despite charges

The former US president appeared unfazed by his indictment at a party convention in North Carolina.

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Nigerian kidnap gangs drive big-time Nigerian farmers away

Some of those key to boosting agricultural output in Africa's most-populous nation have given up.

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Dragos Tigau: Romania recalls Kenya ambassador over racist monkey slur

Dragos Tigau made a racist comment at a meeting in April but has only now been disciplined.

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Pope Francis: Pontiff to miss weekly Sunday blessing after operation

Doctors say the Pope is recovering from abdominal surgery, but will remain in hospital for another week.

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Sudan ceasefire brings uneasy calm to Khartoum

People in the capital city buy food and medicine as warring generals agree a brief ceasefire.

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Watch: How Colombia children jungle rescue unfolded

Four children have been found alive, weeks after a plane crash in the Amazon jungle.

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France knife attack: 'Backpack hero' praised for facing attacker

Catholic pilgrim Henri said he simply followed his instincts when confronting the Annecy attacker.

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France stabbing: Toddlers stable after Annecy attack, Macron says

The French president has visited Annecy, where four children were wounded in a knife attack.

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Legendary Mozambican ruby sells for record price

The world's largest ruby, described it as a "once-in-a-lifetime" jewel, fetches $34.8m at auction.

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Train smashes through truck stuck on railway crossing

The truck driver got away in time and no injuries were reported.

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Canada wildfires: Smog spreads south as east coast sees relief

The smog in New York and Washington lifts a little but the US South may now see more smoke.

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Drone footage shows impact of burst Ukrainian dam

Thousands of people have been evacuated as their homes became submerged in water in south Ukraine.

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Tiny 12,000-year-old bird bone flutes found in Israel

The wing bones with holes bored in them could have been used to imitate bird sounds, experts say.

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Ros Atkins on... LIV, PGA and how Saudi Arabia bought into golf

BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins explains why a surprise deal between golf’s two main tours and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has sent shockwaves through men’s professional golf.

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Why Imran Khan has disappeared from Pakistan's media

It's hard to find mentions of the ex-PM after a blackout across networks following protests over his arrest.

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El Niño planet-warming weather phase has begun

Storms, droughts and record high temperatures lie ahead as US scientists confirm that El Niño has arrived.

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Religious US broadcaster Pat Robertson dies at 93

The evangelical Christian ran for president and helped put religion at the heart of Republican politics.

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Is climate change fuelling Canada's wildfires?

Smoke from wildfires has enveloped Toronto and New York. We look at the role of a changing climate.

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Air quality: How to protect yourself from Canada wildfire smoke

With toxic air quality in parts of North America likely to persist, here's what you can do to stay safe.

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Ukraine dam: The city of Kherson which has had enough

Many are trapped in their homes downstream from the breached dam and water levels are still rising.

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Lionel Messi to join Inter Miami

Argentina legend Lionel Messi will join MLS side Inter Miami after leaving Paris St-Germain.

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Mexico violence: Bodies found dumped in ravine are missing call centre workers

Dozens of bags containing human remains were found dumped in a ravine in Jalisco last week.

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The Ukraine dam breach rescue operation... in 61 seconds

The BBC's James Waterhouse reports from a town flooded by the recent dam breach.

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Missouri man executed for killing two in botched jailbreak

Michael Tisius, 42, was denied clemency despite several jurors in his case speaking up for him.

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Iran hails 'new era' as embassy reopens in Saudi Arabia

The Iranian deputy foreign minister hails "a new era", seven years after the rivals severed ties.

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Ukraine war: Wagner boss rubbishes Russian claims of Ukrainian casualties

Moscow says it inflicted 3,700 casualties on Kyiv on Monday, but Yevgeny Prigozhin called the claim "absurd".

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'Ducking hell' to disappear from Apple autocorrect

One of the most common swear words will no longer be automatically changed when you type out a message.

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Astrud Gilberto: The Girl from Ipanema singer dies at 83

She was only in the studio as a translator, but ended up singing on the hit song and becoming a star.

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Mother of six-year-old who shot teacher charged with federal gun crimes

Deja Taylor is charged with federal gun crimes after her six-year-old son shot his teacher in Virginia.

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Haiti floods: Residents shelter on rooftops

At least 42 people have died and more than 13,600 homes have been swamped in Haiti.

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France: Paris Champs-Élysées hosts mass spelling contest

France's most famous avenue turns into an open-air classroom for a record-breaking dictation event.

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Sonic boom as US fighter jets intercept plane that later crashed

The unresponsive aircraft later crashed in Virginia, officials say, and it is unclear what happened.

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Oil production to drop after Opec+ nations meet

The move by the oil-rich nations comes as prices fall amid accusations Opec has sided with Russia.

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India train accident: Workers remove wreckage from tracks

Rescue efforts have concluded at the site of the country's worst train crash in over two decades.

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Ukraine war: Anti-Putin fighters say two Russian soldiers 'captured'

The head of Russia's Belgorod border region agrees to meet the captors if the soldiers are still alive.

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Poland protest: Hundreds of thousands demand change in Warsaw

Politicians including main opposition leader Donald Tusk led crowds calling for a change of direction.

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Succession actor Brian Cox on why he hasn't watched finale

The actor revealed a few spoilers when he spoke to Laura Kuenssberg about the show's ending.

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Ghetto Kids: Winning Britain's Got Talent would mean a bigger house in Uganda

A group of Ugandan children is on the verge of glory after reaching the final of Britain's Got Talent.

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River Plate: Football game is abandoned in Argentina after fan falls from stand

A top-flight match in Argentina is abandoned after a fan falls to their death from a stand at the stadium.

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Ukraine war: Twenty injured after Russian strike on Dnipro

Five of those hurt are children, of whom three are in a serious condition, a Ukrainian official says.

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India train accident: 'Distress and chaos' at hospital treating injured passengers

A collision between three trains in Odisha state left at least 288 people dead and over 800 injured.

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French Open 2023: Elena Rybakina withdraws from Roland Garros through illness

Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina pulls out of the French Open shortly before her third-round match because of illness.

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India train accident: Modi vows punishments over deadly Odisha crash

At least 288 people were killed in the collision of two passenger trains and a goods train in Odisha.

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Odisha train crash: ‘I heard a loud sound and the train overturned’

The train collision in India's Odisha state on Friday evening is the country's worst this century.

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Three Israeli soldiers killed near Egypt border

The incident came after a drug smuggling operation was thwarted at the border, the army says.

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German row over jail term for woman who attacked neo-Nazis

Lina E's conviction has angered Germany's far left, but the right is furious she is free pending appeal.

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US Air Force denies AI drone attacked operator in test

A virtual experiment was described by a senior official at a conference, but he now says he "mis-spoke".

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US judge backs settlement with family of Rust cinematographer Halyna Hutchins

Alec Baldwin reaches final settlement with the family of a woman he accidentally shot on a film set.

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How referee got accosted by irate fans after Euro final... in 60 seconds

Anthony Taylor is a target of fans' frustrations after Jose Mourinho's side lose the Europa League on penalties.

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Senegal shuts social media as protesters die after Sonko sentencing

Police surround the home of the opposition leader, who faces a two-year jail term.

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Drug traffickers smuggling crystal meth past South East Asia security - UN

Gangs in South East Asia have learnt to evade authorities to sell crystal meth overseas, a report says.

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Huge sandstorm sweeps across Suez Canal in Egypt

Two of the canal's ports were closed as parts of Egypt were engulfed by dust and sand.

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Iran prisoner spends 1,000 days in solitary confinement

Amnesty International says Vahid Afkari was wrongly convicted and should be immediately released.

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Lionel Messi: PSG manager Christophe Galtier confirms forward's departure

Paris St-Germain manager Christophe Galtier says forward Lionel Messi will play his final game for the club against Clermont on Saturday.

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Sudan conflict: Rockets hit Khartoum market as talks collapse

It caused the most civilian casualties in a single incident in the capital since the war began.

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Kim Cattrall to appear in And Just Like That series finale

Samantha Jones was noticeably absent from the first series of the hit drama's spin-off show.

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Jerusalem Sbarro pizza bombing victim dies after 22 years in coma

Chana Nachenberg, a US-Israeli citizen, was 31 at the time of the deadly attack on a pizzeria.

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Armie Hammer: US actor will not be charged with sexual assault

The US actor faced an accusation of rape an allegations he sent a string of explicit messages online.

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