Watch: New Zealand and Australia new year celebrations

Celebrations are being held as countries welcome in the new year.

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Foreign fighters given senior Syrian army posts, reports say

The move will raise concerns over the role radicalised foreign militants may play in Syria's future.

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An end to the war and lower food prices - what Russians want in 2025

People in Moscow speak to BBC Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg about their wishes for the New Year.

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Five charged in connection with Liam Payne's death, reports say

The One Direction star died in October after falling from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires.

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Dozens die in Ethiopia after lorry with wedding guests falls into river

It is thought the truck, which was reportedly carrying several wedding guests, was overloaded.

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At the scene of the South Korea plane crash investigation

The BBC's Asia correspondent visited the scene, where investigators are sifting through the fuselage.

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179 people killed in deadliest plane crash in South Korea

Just two survivors were rescued after what is the country's deadliest ever air disaster.

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Rebel Wilson marries Ramona Agruma in Sydney ceremony

The couple held a service in Sardinia in September and have now made it official in Wilson's hometown.

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Putin apologises for plane crash, without saying Russia at fault

Russia's leader apologises for the downing of an Azerbaijani plane in Russian airspace - without directly taking blame.

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Azerbaijan plane survivors recall moments before crash

Three survivors of the downed Azerbaijani plane have described the moments on the flight before the crash.

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Magnus Carlsen quits chess championship after being told to change jeans

The defending champion said he quit as a "matter of principle" after being told to change his jeans.

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India mourns ex-PM Manmohan Singh with full state funeral

Mourners gathered across Delhi to pay respects to a former PM many credit for India's economic reform.

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What just happened in South Korea?

Lawmakers vote to impeach acting president Han Duck-soo, two weeks after voting to impeach the president.

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'Tears of joy' - Sudan capital gets first aid convoy since war began

In a breakthrough, trucks stacked with vital food supplies roll into war-hit Khartoum.

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Deaths reported following bus crash in Norway

Dozens of people are thought to have been caught up in the accident in the country's northwest.

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Finland investigates Russia 'shadow fleet' ship after cable damage

Finland is investigating a tanker following the rupture of a transmission cable in the Baltic Sea.

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Russia warns against 'hypotheses' after Azerbaijan Airlines crash

The Russia-bound passenger plane went down in Kazakhstan with the loss of 38 lives.

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Five Gaza journalists killed in Israeli strike

A Palestinian TV channel says they were in a marked media van, but Israel says it targeted an armed group.

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Zelensky condemns 'inhumane' Christmas Day attack

Russia has launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

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Owner and architect of Turkey quake collapse hotel jailed

They received hefty sentences after 72 people were killed when the building fell in the 2023 quake.

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Watch: ISS crew sends Christmas greetings from space

Astronauts on the International Space Station send a festive message from orbit, some 250 miles (400km) above Earth.

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Hong Kong offers rewards for arrest of six activists abroad

The police say they will give HK$1m to people who can help them find those accused of breaching security laws.

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Russian ship under US sanctions sinks after engine room blast

Ursa Major ran into trouble in the Mediterranean between Spain and Algeria, with two crew still missing.

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Ethics report into Matt Gaetz expected to be released

A draft details evidence of alleged drug use and payments for sex - which the former US congressman denies.

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Biden commutes 37 out of 40 federal death sentences

The president condemns the murderers but says the death penalty at federal level "must stop".

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Guatemala police clash with Jewish sect over 160 at-risk children

Authorities in Guatemala resist efforts by a Jewish sect to recapture 160 children rescued from its premises.

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US warplane shot down in Red Sea 'friendly fire' incident

Both pilots were rescued after ejecting safely from their F/A-18 fighter aircraft.

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Boy, 8, saves classmate with Heimlich manoeuvre

Thomas Conley was sitting next to Isaiah Rodriguez at lunch when he noticed something was wrong.

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Inside the abandoned homes of Assad's ruthless enforcers

The men who ruled Syria with an iron fist have fled - and some fear they may evade justice.

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Jogging memories: Why some Nigerians in London set up their own running club

Young Igbos in the UK meet up weekly to reconnect with their roots.

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Eight migrants drown after boat tries to evade Greek ship

So far 18 people have been rescued from the sea with many of the survivors suffering from injuries after the incident.

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Malaysia approves new search for missing flight MH370

The Boeing 777 carrying 239 people vanished 10 years ago in one of aviation's greatest mysteries.

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Watch: Crowds boo President Macron in Mayotte

The French president spoke to residents on Mayotte while touring the devastation caused by Cyclone Chido.

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Israel strikes Houthi targets in Yemen after missile attack

Houthi-run media say nine people were killed, hours after a Houthi missile was shot down over Israel.

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Rolling hills are now barren: BBC sees destruction in cyclone-hit Mayotte

Thousands are still missing after the cyclone hit the territory, with residents facing shortages of food and water.

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Children killed in crush at Nigerian funfair

The widely advertised event saw large numbers of children show up, leading to a deadly crush.

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'I never regretted decision to make trial public'

Speaking outside court, Gisèle Pelicot says she never regretted her decision to make her rape trial public.

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Five jailed for covering up murder of rapper Canserbero

The Venezuelan rapper was stabbed by his manager in 2015, who made it look like a suicide.

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Nasa astronauts Butch and Suni's homecoming delayed again

Nasa says that the astronauts stuck on the space station will have to wait even longer to get home.

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Missing India woman found in Pakistan returns home after 22 years

Hamida Banu was promised a job in Dubai, but says the recruitment agent instead took her to Pakistan.

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DR Congo accuses Apple of using conflict minerals

The tech giant says it works hard to mitigate risks and make sure its supply chain is clean.

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Married couple among 11 Indians killed in Georgia gas poisoning

A man celebrating his birthday and a married couple are among the dead, relatives tell the BBC.

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Gaza ceasefire talks in final stage, Palestinian negotiator tells BBC

The official outlines a phased plan which would see hostages freed in step with Israeli pullouts.

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Fear of a reckoning simmers in Assad's Alawite heartland

Quentin Sommerville is on patrol with HTS in Latakia, as they pledge to protect minorities.

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Israeli strikes kill 50 in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says

The Israeli military says Sunday's strikes targeted sites used by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

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Austria striker's skull is fractured during attack

Austria and Rapid Vienna striker Guido Burgstaller had his skull fractured when he was attacked in the centre of Vienna.

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West African bloc approves historic exit of military-run states

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger will leave the Ecowas group in January but have six months to return.

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Bloody siege ends Myanmar army control of western border

Insurgents seized Myanmar's border with Bangladesh in one of the bloodiest battles of the civil war.

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Niger's military rulers suspend BBC broadcasts

The move follows reports of a jihadist attack said to have killed 91 soldiers and 50 civilians.

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Two Russian oil tankers sink in Black Sea - reports

Video appears to show one of the tankers broken in half and sinking amid a heavy storm, with oil visible in the water.

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Seven tourists in Fiji hospital with suspected alcohol poisoning

Four of the tourists are Australian, according to local media reports.

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Ukraine demands Fifa apology over Crimea map

During the draw for the 2026 World Cup a map which excluded Crimea from Ukraine's territory was shown

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Skulls and body bags: Searching for Syria's disappeared

BBC's Lucy Williamson finds family members exhuming human remains in a desperate search for their lost relatives.

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South Korea parliament votes to impeach president

Thousands of protesters celebrated the vote on the streets of Seoul, with singing and fireworks.

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Three killed and dozens injured by bomb at Thai festival

Reports suggest the blast was caused by a improvised explosive device thrown into a crowd of festivalgoers.

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China jails former national football team head coach for bribery

Li Tie, who also played for Everton in the English Premier League, was handed a 20-year sentence.

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François Bayrou commands respect - but can he save France from crisis?

It is hard to see how he can avoid the same man-traps that felled his predecessor, writes Hugh Schofield.

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Macron names centrist Bayrou as French PM in bid to end political instability

François Bayrou will be the fourth prime minister this year, after Michel Barnier was ousted last week.

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'Thankless job' - why trainee Kenyan doctors are taking their own lives

A doctors' union says long hours for little or no pay is leaving trainee medics with poor mental health.

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Israeli boy killed in Palestinian gun attack on bus in West Bank

The bus was heading to Jerusalem from an Israeli settlement when a gunman opened fire.

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Ethiopia and Somalia agree to end bitter Somaliland port feud

Ethiopia's deal to build a port in Somaliland had infuriated Somalia, prompting fears of wider conflict.

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Children as young as 10 will face adult jail time in Australian state

Queensland's new laws will see children found guilty of serious crimes given harsher penalties.

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Russian ships move from Syria base amid doubts over future

Satellite images show Russian ships off the Syrian coast, as Moscow mulls its military future after Bashar al-Assad's fall.

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French actor Adèle Haenel confronts director in sexual assault trial

The actor shouted "shut up!" at Christophe Ruggia before storming out court on the second day of the trial.

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Girl, 11, rescued in Med after three days clinging to tyre tubes

The girl from Sierra Leone said all the 44 migrants on board had died in the storms and high waves.

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More than 300 Israeli strikes on Syria since fall of Assad, reports say

The strikes have reportedly targeted military facilities of the Syrian Army, including weapon warehouses.

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Relatives of missing Syrians 'suspended between hope and despair'

A woman whose grandfather, father and brothers were detained by the military tells the BBC it is "devastating" that they are still missing.

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Brazil's Lula 'well' after brain bleed surgery

The 79-year-old leader's bleed stems from an injury he sustained during a fall in October.

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NYC police travel to Georgia in search for CEO's killer

The hunt for a gunman who shot healthcare boss Brian Thompson on a New York street expands to the southern state.

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Soto set to sign reported £600m deal - biggest in history of sport

Baseball star Juan Soto is to reportedly sign the biggest contract in the sport's history after agreeing a $765m (£600m) deal over 15 years with the New York Mets.

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Women prisoners told 'you can go out now' by Syrian rebels

Watch: Women prisoners told 'you can go out now' by Syrian rebels

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Watch: The final hours of the Assad regime

After years in power, Syria's President Bashar al-Assad was toppled with surprising speed.

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Ghana vice-president accepts election defeat

Although the ruling party candidate has conceded, no official results have been declared.

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Watch: BBC reports from inside Damascus

The BBC's Barbara Plett-Usher says everyone in the Syrian capital is "waiting to see what will happen next".

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South Korean president survives impeachment vote

Lawmakers narrowly failed to pass a bill to censure Yoon Suk Yeol after he declared martial law on Tuesday.

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More than 150 people rescued from abandoned gold mine in South Africa

The final man to emerge from the disused shaft blew a whistle as he was received by army officers.

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Explosion hits block of flats in The Hague

Up to 20 people may have been in the building at the time, Dutch media say.

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Dominican Republic records largest-ever cocaine seizure

Authorities say the shipment, hidden in bananas, was destined for Europe.

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Jury awards $300m payout to family of teen who died on Orlando ride

Tyre Sampson fell 30m (98ft) from the ride at ICON Park in Orlando which had no seat belts.

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Muslim couple forced to sell house after protests by Hindu neighbours

The incident resulted in a huge outrage in India after a video from the protest went viral.

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Thousands flee Syrian city Homs as rebels advance further

Homs is the next city south on the road from Aleppo to Damascus, which the rebels have vowed to reach.

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Japanese star Miho Nakayama found dead at 54

Nakayama, best known for her role in the 1995 film Love Letter, was found dead in a bathtub at home.

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Ukraine gave up its nuclear weapons. Now it's asking why

It's 30 years since Ukraine agreed to give up its nuclear arsenal. Some now question why they did.

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Mother sues Mattel over porn site doll misprint

A South Carolina mother claims her daughter visited the adult website on the doll's packaging.

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Moment Bahamas MP throws ceremonial mace out parliament window

Throwing a mace out a window has historic significance in the country and previously happened in 1965.

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Housemate convicted of horrific murder of Kenyan LGBT activist

The body of Edwin Chiloba was found dumped in a box last year, sparking global condemnation.

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How two hours of martial law unfolded in South Korea

MPs begin impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk Yeol after thwarting his bid to impose martial law.

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Watch: How Jaguar's shifted gears with its concept car

The company has been at the centre of a media storm as a result of its radical revamp.

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Iranian rapper freed after death sentence overturned

Toomaj Salehi was arrested and later sentenced to death after supporting anti-government protests.

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Top UN court to rule on key climate questions

The significant case could clarify governments' legal responsibilities in relation to climate change.

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Three dead and dozens sick after eating sea turtle stew

At least 32 people in the Philippines were admitted to hospital after consuming the endangered species.

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Woman searching for birth parents found dad was a friend on Facebook

Woman searching for birth parents found dad was a friend on Facebook

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Counting resumes in Irish general election

After securing re-election, Irish party leaders face the challenge of trying to form the next government.

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Who are the rebels seizing control of Syria's second city?

The Islamist militant group HTS has a long and involved history in the Syrian conflict.

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Actress Cate Blanchett: 'I'm deeply concerned about AI'

"I'm worried about us as a species", she tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg.

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Counting gets under way in Irish election

An exit poll shows a three-way race between the largest parties Sinn Féin, Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil.

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Malaysia flooding forces over 120,000 from homes

There are worries in Malaysia and neighbouring Thailand that disastrous flooding could get worse as more rain comes.

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Kremlin critic jailed for three more years over Ukraine war opposition

Former Moscow councillor Alexei Gorinov had already been serving a seven-year sentence.

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Crypto entrepreneur eats banana artwork bought for $6.2m

Justin Sun described Maurizio Cattelan's infamous 2019 work as "much better than other bananas".

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Power cut hits Zimbabwe's parliament after budget speech

Zimbabwe's parliament was plunged into darkness after the finance minister's budget speech.

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Chad cuts military agreement with France

The Central African nation cites "sovereignty" as it ends a years-long deal with its former colonial ruler.

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Chinese companies apologise for 'shrunken' sanitary pads

Chinese women have taken it upon themselves to prove that the length of sanitary pads often fall short of what is advertised.

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Australian Senate approves social media ban on under-16s

The ban aims to reduce "harms" on children and will take at least a year to implement, the PM says.

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Hangman of Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann dies

Shalom Nagar was chosen to hang one of the architects of the Holocaust, in Israel's only civil execution.

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BBC on the ground as people return to southern Lebanon

The BBC's Middle East correspondent, Hugo Bachega, is at the main highway between Beirut and the south as people start to return to their homes.

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South Korean star's baby scandal sparks national debate

Revelations that the actor had a baby outside marriage have shaken up ideals of the "traditional" family.

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Russia expels British diplomat over espionage claims, media reports say

A Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman says the ministry has also summoned the British ambassador.

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Harshita Brella's husband had been previously arrested for domestic abuse

The IOPC is examining how Northamptonshire Police responded to concerns raised by Ms Brella in August.

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The 13-year-old Indian cricketer who won a $130,500 IPL deal

Vaibhav Suryavanshi is the youngest player to get a deal in the world's richest cricket competition.

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Malaysia government told to return seized LGBT watches

A court ruled the government, which said the watches had "LGBT elements", did not have authority to seize them.

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Rescue operation after Red Sea tourist boat sinks

Officials say 28 survivors have been found and 17 are missing after the vessel sank near Egypt's Marsa Alam.

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Former history teacher Yamandú Orsi wins Uruguay election

Yamandú Orsi's victory ushers in the return to power of the left-wing Broad Front coalition.

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Three ways the Menendez brothers could be freed

Ever since two young men were jailed for killing their wealthy parents in 1989, the case has gripped the US.

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Perfume boss admitted he ignored Russia sanctions

David Crisp told undercover agent he had ignored "government edicts" to sell £1.7m of his luxury Boadicea the Victorious product.

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Burning old TVs to survive: The toxic trade in electrical waste

People around the world are extracting valuable materials from e-waste despite huge health risks.

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Dozens killed in Pakistan sectarian violence

More than 80 die in a tribal area of Pakistan riven by tensions between Shia and Sunni communities.

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Kayaker's leg amputated in middle of river after 20-hour rescue

Medics made the "life or death" decision with the tourist after multiple attempts to free him from rapids failed.

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Beirut strike 'so powerful it was felt across the city'

An eight-storey building in Lebanon's capital was destroyed when it was struck without warning, the BBC's Hugo Bachega says.

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Kate Nash says OnlyFans will earn more than tour

The singer is selling photos of her bottom on the platform because "touring makes losses not profits".

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BBC visits mpox clinic as WHO says DR Congo cases 'plateauing'

Lwiro hospital was overrun when the BBC visited two months ago, now nurses say infections are easing.

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France alarmed by disappearance of writer in Algeria

President Macron joins calls for information about Franco-Algerian novelist Boualem Sansal, missing in Algiers.

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Katy Perry v Katie Perry: Singer wins right to use name in Australia

An Australian appeals court has overturned an earlier ruling that favoured designer Katie Perry.

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Chinese farmer has near miss with tiger

Surveillance footage captures the moment a Siberian tiger rams into a gate just after it was closed.

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Arrest warrants issued for Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas commander over alleged war crimes

International Criminal Court judges say there are “reasonable grounds” they bore "criminal responsibility" for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.

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Fury at climate talks over ‘backsliding’ on fossil fuels

Countries are split at UN climate summit over funding and commitments to reducing fossil fuel use.

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Milhouse voice actress retires from The Simpsons

Pamela Hayden also voiced Ned Flanders' sons Rod and Todd and school bully Jimbo Jones.

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Jihadist police chief of Timbuktu jailed for war crimes

Prosecutors say he led a "reign of terror" after the city was overrun by an al-Qaeda-linked group in 2012.

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Virtually no aid has reached besieged north Gaza in 40 days, UN says

The UN says bakeries and kitchens have shut down due to limited supplies in the region.

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Zelensky says Ukraine will lose war if US cuts funding

US President-elect Donald Trump has campaigned on a promise to end America's involvement in wars.

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Brazil arrests soldiers over 'plot to kill' President Lula in 2022

The suspects allegedly planned to poison the then-president elect before he could take office.

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Brazil arrests soldiers over 'plot to kill' President Lula in 2022

The suspects allegedly planned to poison the then-president elect before he could take office.

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Ukraine fires US-supplied long range missiles into Russia, Kremlin says

Six missiles were used in a strike on an ammunitions depot on Tuesday morning, the Kremlin claims.

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Putin approves changes to Russia's nuclear doctrine

He has rubber stamped changes that were first proposed in September.

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Ukraine vows to 'never submit’ as war reaches 1,000th day

'The Russian military will be punished,' Ukraine's foreign ministry says as it marks the milestone.

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Beyoncé to star in NFL half-time show on Christmas Day

The show will be the first time Beyoncé has performed tracks from her latest album, Cowboy Carter.

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Keep protesting, says Navalny's widow at Berlin march

The march was led by Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died in February.

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Russia launches 'massive' attack on Ukraine infrastructure

Volodymyr Zelensky says more than 120 missiles and 90 drones were launched overnight on Saturday.

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Miss Nigeria's pride after defying trolls to challenge for Miss Universe

Chidimma Adetshina faced xenophobic abuse and trolling when she competed for Miss South Africa, where she was born.

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Trump, Musk and new cabinet nominees celebrate at UFC

The President-elect was joined by Robert F Kennedy Jr, Tulsi Gabbard and Vivek Ramaswamy.

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Sixth typhoon in a month makes landfall in Philippines

Super Typhoon Man-Yi is the latest storm forecast to potentially cause further life-threatening conditions.

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Volcanoes once erupted on the far side of the moon

Volcanic rock, dating back billions of years, has been detected in the first samples collected from the mysterious "dark side".

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Paul beats Tyson, 58, on points in drab contest

Jake Paul leaves a permanent stain on two-time heavyweight champion Mike Tyson's boxing legacy with a tedious points win in Texas.

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At least 15 rescue workers killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon

It is one of the deadliest attacks of its kind involving emergency responders since the war began.

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COP29 hosts accused of detaining climate defenders

Human rights groups have called for a review of how countries are chosen to host the COP climate summits.

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S Africa's Mia le Roux pulls out of Miss Universe pageant

The 28-year-old made history as the country's first deaf representative at the beauty contest.

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Trump meets Argentina's Milei ahead of conservative summit

Argentina's president is the first foreign leader to meet Trump since his election victory on 5 November.

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Why is Kamala Harris still asking for campaign donations?

A week after losing the election, Kamala Harris's team are still appealing for funds.

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New Zealand MP disrupts parliament with haka protest

The Treaty Principles Bill seeks to redefine the principles that have been used in support of Māori.

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Paul tries to goad Tyson at baffling news conference

A news conference between a disinterested Mike Tyson and an agitated Jake Paul ended with a cordial face-off.

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Trump names Fox News host Pete Hegseth as defence secretary pick

Hegseth, who is also a former soldier without political experience, will lead the world's most powerful military.

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Málaga evacuates thousands as Spain issues more flood alerts

Spain's Civil Protection Agency sent a mass alert to phones warning of an "extreme risk of rainfall".

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Unconventional Trump brings openings and perils for Africa

Analyst Alex de Waal looks at how the US president-elect could deal with conflicts on the continent.

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Ugandan TikTokers held for insulting first family

They are accused of hate speech as rights groups say the law is being used to restrict freedoms.

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Megan Fox expecting first child with Machine Gun Kelly

Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly have announced they're expecting their first child together.

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Rembrandt's Night Watch: Major restoration begins

After several years of painstaking research, the masterpiece's most extensive restoration begins.

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World's longest detained journalist wins rights prize

Dawit Isaak has been held without trial in an Eritrean prison for 23 years.

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Russia denies Trump call urging restraint in Ukraine

The US president-elect, who is promising to end the conflict, was reported to have spoken to Vladimir Putin on Thursday.

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Mauritius prime minister accepts 'huge defeat' in election

"The population has decided to choose another team," says Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth.

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Trump appoints UN ambassador Elise Stefanik and border tsar Tom Homan

All eyes are on the president-elect's picks for his top team as his party closes in on full control of Congress.

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China roads blocked by thousands of cyclists in night quest for dumplings

It started as a social media trend but brought traffic gridlock between two cities.

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Argentine football hooligan leader shot dead in street

Andrés Bracamonte, known as Pillín, was gunned down near his club's stadium in Rosario.

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In Russia's shadow: The Baltics wait for Europe's strategic new railway

Building the link to western Europe has become more urgent as the Baltics see Russia as a threat.

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Music stars sing praises of team sweeping Ghana clean

Known as Buz Stop Boys, the group's leader says they want "a cleaner, healthier, and prouder Ghana".

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Trump adviser says Ukraine focus must be peace not retaking territory

Bryan Lanza tells the BBC there needs to be an "honest conversation" with Kyiv and returning Crimea is not a US priority.

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Melania Trump, enigmatic first lady who might do it differently this time

Described by some as an "enigma", Mrs Trump is expected to return to her White House duties "on her own terms".

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Watch: Cars washed away as new flash floods hit Spain

There were no immediate reports of casualties after heavy rain on Thursday.

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Fresh Spain floods sweep away dozens of cars near Girona

No casualties were reported in the latest round of flooding, after more than 200 people were killed last week.

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Russian anti-war teenager faces five years in jail after failed appeal

Arseny Turbin, one of Russia's youngest political prisoners, has lost an appeal to overturn his five-year jail sentence.

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Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki spews giant column of ash

New volcanic eruptions have spread fresh panic among residents on the island of Flores.

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China welcomes Myanmar's embattled leader on first visit since coup

It's not a state visit, but Beijing's invitation to Min Aung Hlaing is still significant.

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Watch: How election night unfolded

Catch up on the key moments from election night.

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Quincy Jones: From 'street rat' to music mastermind

He was in a gang as a child but became Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra's favourite collaborator.

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Netanyahu aide leaks may have harmed hostage talks, court says

A top Netanyahu aide was among those arrested and investigated over leaked and falsified documents.

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Quincy Jones on gangsters, David Bowie and Picasso

In an interview with BBC Newsnight in 2016, the legendary musician spoke about growing up in Chicago and his friendship with celebrities.

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At least 36 die after bus falls into a gorge in India

Officials said 44 people were on board when the bus went out of control and fell into a ditch.

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Schools affected by smog in parts of South Asia

Some children in Lahore in Pakistan have been told they won't be able to play outside because the air is too polluted.

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Angry crowds confront Spanish king in flood-hit Valencia

Protesters shouted "murderer" at Felipe VI, who was also asked why nothing had been done to avoid the tragedy.

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Lightning kills 14 at Uganda refugee camp

All those killed at Palabek Refugee Settlement were children, an official tells local media.

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From courtroom to candidate: What Harris's years as a prosecutor tell us about her

She dealt with grisly murder cases and then became the state attorney general - the Democratic candidate's California career offers clues about how she might govern.

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'This is my city, I have to help' - huge volunteer response in flood-hit Valencia

There has been a growing outpouring of solidarity in and around Valencia to help those affected by catastrophic flooding.

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Outpouring of unity in Spain as anger grows over slow response to floods

Hundreds of volunteers take up buckets and brooms in Valencia as the government bolsters its response to the devastating floods.

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Iran's supreme leader says enemies will receive 'crushing response'

The threat comes a week after Israel attacked Iran, raising fears that retaliation will escalate to war.

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World's largest crocodile in captivity dies

The huge saltwater crocodile Cassius was nearly 5.5m (18ft) long and lived in Australia.

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Trapped in cars and garages: Why Valencia floods proved so deadly

Various factors, including drivers becoming trapped in their cars, poor planning by officials and extreme rainfall being exacerbated by climate change are all likely to have contributed.

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Valencia floods: 'There is just mud everywhere'

The BBC's Nicky Schiller says the La Torre area of the city has been completely devastated.

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Huge fire engulfs shopping centre in Brazil

There have been no reported fatalities, according to the fire department.

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Ohtani-mania sweeps LA as Dodgers go on to win World Series

Ohtani fandom has boosted tourism in Los Angeles and more Japanese-language tours of Dodgers Stadium

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Watch: Biden playfully bites baby during White House trick or treat event

The US President was handing out sweets to children during a Halloween celebration.

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Valencia floods aftermath 'like a disaster movie'

The BBC's Nicky Schiller reports from the scene of Spanish flooding where cars are piled up.

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South Africa to strip beauty queen of ID documents

Chidimma Adetshina was forced to withdraw from Miss South Africa after a row over her eligibility.

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Biden tries to clarify 'garbage' comment after fresh US election row

The president is accused of denigrating Trump supporters - but says he was only attacking one comedian's remarks.

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Watch: Moment US ballot box found in middle of road

A sealed bin and bag of ballots fell out of an election worker's truck and were later found by a passing car.

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How this US election could change state of the world

Our chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet hears from leading experts about what's at stake ahead of the vote.

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TikTok founder becomes China's richest man

Zhang Yiming's fortune has leapt to almost $50bn, according to a newly published rich list.

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Hezbollah announces Naim Qassem as new leader

Hezbollah's leader Hassan Nasrallah and heir apparent Hashem Safieddine were killed in recent weeks.

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What a discovered lost Mayan city might have looked like

The BBC's Georgina Rannard shows a virtual rendition of Valeriana - which has been discovered centuries after it disappeared under the jungle canopy in Mexico.

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Backlash after comedian calls Puerto Rico 'island of garbage' on stage at Trump rally

Republicans join Democrats to condemn Tony Hinchliffe for his comments at the New York event.

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Nato says North Korean troops deployed to Russia's Kursk region

Mark Rutte said the deployment represented a "dangerous expansion" of Russia's war in Ukraine.

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Japan PM vows to continue ruling despite bruising loss

Japan faces an uncertain political future as LDP's coalition loses its parliamentary majority.

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Georgia PM rejects vote-rigging claims as president calls mass rally

Irakli Kobakhidze says the ruling party won the vote by a landslide, but the president says it was a fraud.

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New wave of mass killings in Sudan alarms UN

Paramilitary fighters are accused of committing "atrocious crimes" in Gezira state.

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Moment singer swears on live TV during US anthem

Loomis has apologised for the incident, calling it a "mishap" in an Instagram video.

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Dozens injured after truck hits bus stop in central Israel

Dozens of people are being treated for injuries, Israel's emergency services say.

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Israeli strikes on Iran kill four soldiers, Iran says

The IDF says it struck military sites in "precise and targeted" strikes early on Saturday.

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Strikes on Tehran another big escalation - Jeremy Bowen

Israel has launched air strikes on Iran, with blasts heard in the capital Tehran.

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Time has come for reparations dialogue, Commonwealth heads agree

Commonwealth leaders agree to "meaningful conversation" on the issue, despite the UK's desire to keep the subject off the agenda.

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Ex-rebel gets 40-year jail term in landmark Ugandan case

Thomas Kwoyelo is the first member of the feared Lord's Resistance Army to be tried for war crimes in Uganda.

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Ketchup in space: 'You gotta squirt it out'

Nasa's Matthew Dominick demonstrates how astronauts eat ketchup aboard the International Space Station.

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Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike

Israel is accused of targeting a compound housing journalists in southern Lebanon.

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How did the Turkey attack unfold?

The Turkish government saya at least five people were killed after an attack on aerospace company which manufactures drones and jets for the military.

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India evacuating more than a million people as Cyclone Dana nears

Schools in coastal Odisha and West Bengal have been shut and trains and flights have been cancelled.

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Gisèle Pelicot arrives to give evidence at French mass rape trial

Gisèle Pelicot takes the stand in the trial in which her ex-husband is accused of drugging her and inviting dozens of men to rape her.

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Ohtani's '50-50' baseball sells for record £3.39m

The ball struck by LA Dodgers hitter Shohei Ohtani when he secured a record-breaking 50th home run sells for £3.39m at auction.

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South Africans shocked by Siya and Rachel Kolisi’s divorce

National rugby captain Siya Kolisi and his wife Rachel were one of South Africa's most loved couples.

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Israel arrests second group of alleged Iran spies

The arrest of seven East Jerusalemites follows that of seven Israeli Jews allegedly acting for Iran.

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Woman reaching for phone gets stuck upside down in boulders

The woman spent seven hours upside down between the boulders, with only her feet visible to rescuers.

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BBC tours hospital Israel says sits above millions in Hezbollah gold

The BBC’s Orla Guerin is taken on a tour of Al Sahel Hospital in Beirut.

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Alexei Navalny's widow wants Putin 'to be in prison'

Vladimir Putin should live in prison in the same conditions as Alexei Navalny, says his widow.

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A million people hit by flooding in South Sudan

Around one in 12 South Sudanese are affected by one of the worst flood seasons of recent years.

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Polio cases surge in Pakistan

Prior to the latest surge in infections, Pakistan was on the verge of eradicating the disease.

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At least 87 killed in strike on northern Gaza, officials say, as UN warns 'nowhere is safe'

Israel says it is checking reports of casualties but added earlier - lower - figures from Hamas were "exaggerated".

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Mozambique opposition lawyer shot dead

Lawyer Elvino Dias and opposition party official Paulo Guambe were gunned down in broad daylight.

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Who will lead Hamas after killing of Yahya Sinwar?

Hamas officials told the BBC Khalil al-Hayya, Sinwar's deputy, is considered a strong candidate.

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British national and several Turkish citizens abducted in Kenya

Necdet Seyitoğlu, 49, said he and others were abducted in the capital city of Nairobi.

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The ever-shifting alliances that fuelled Kenya's impeachment drama

The unprecedented impeachment of his deputy leaves President Ruto holding all the cards - for now.

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Venezuela arrests five foreigners over alleged anti-government plot

Three Americans were arrested, with Venezuela accusing them of working with US spy agencies.

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N Korea to send troops to fight with Russia: Seoul

Pyongyang has decided to deploy as many as 12,000 soldiers to join the war in Ukraine.

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IDF drone footage 'shows Sinwar in final moments'

Drone footage released by the Israeli military on Thursday is said to show Sinwar in the moments before he was killed.

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Australia PM faces backlash over new A$4.3m beach pad

The purchase comes months out from an election in which the cost of living and housing are key issues.

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US Secret Service has 'deep flaws' and must overhaul leadership, report says

An independent panel reviewing the shooting at Donald Trump's rally calls for the agency to overhaul its leadership.

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France to cut prices in Martinique over cost of living unrest

However, the deal to cut food prices has been rejected by the group behind weeks of protests.

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Hoax bomb threats spark panic for Indian airlines

At least 10 Indian flights got hoax bomb threats over the past 48 hours, causing long delays and diversions.

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Man arrested after dog abandoned during Hurricane Milton

Giovanny Aldama Garcia could face prison time after the animal was found up to its chest in water.

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Witnesses to Israeli strike on Gaza hospital compound saw 'so many people burning'

The strike killed at least four people and injured dozens, mostly women and children, the Hamas-run health ministry said.

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K-pop star gives tearful testimony on harassment

The popular member of the chart-topping band spoke to South Korean lawmakers about her experiences

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Prague to ban organised night-time pub crawls

Travel agency-organised pub crawls will be banned in the Czech capital at night, the council says.

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China holds new drills to 'punish' Taiwan president's remarks

Beijing says the exercise involved all parts of the military and simulates a full-scale attack on its neighbour.

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Eight dead as violent storms sweep Brazil after worst-ever drought

Winds of up to 100km/h (60mph) have brought down trees and power lines.

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Closure for family as body found 56 years after India plane crash

In 1968, an Indian Air Force plane with 102 people went missing. For many years, their fate was a mystery.

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Mysterious 'blobs' are washing up on Newfoundland shore

The Canadian government is looking into the dough-like substance that is appearing on beaches in the province.

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What Israel's latest attacks tell us about Netanyahu's next move

A change in the political mood and a US election campaign means Israel senses change in the region.

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Trump electric vehicle attacks hit home for Michigan voters

Trump’s EV criticism is part of his broader economic message as he tries to appeal to voters in the key swing state.

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Drone footage shows Hurricane Milton damage in Florida

Video captured across the state shows the scale of destruction to homes and structures.

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Obama urges vote for Harris in 'tight' presidential race

Former President Barack Obama rallies support for Kamala Harris in Pennsylvania, a key swing state.

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The two forces at work on Biden-Netanyahu phone call

The US fears getting dragged into a war with Iran, while some Israelis want to deal it a body blow, Jeremy Bowen writes.

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Starbucks, Tetley, Jaguar Land Rover: Remembering Ratan Tata's global ambitions

The former Tata boss's audacious risk-taking saw his firm swallow up a host of iconic foreign brands.

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Brazil lifts ban on Musk's X after it pays $5m fine

The country's Supreme Court made the order after the platform also blocked certain accounts.

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'Our son died. Now we can use his sperm to have a grandchild'

An Indian court has cleared the way for a couple to use their dead son's frozen sperm.

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Kenyan MPs to vote on deputy president's impeachment

Rigathi Gachagua, 59, denies accusations of corruption and practising ethnically divisive politics.

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Save the Children offices raided in Guatemala

The charity said it was aware of activity at its Guatemalan offices, and deny any wrongdoing.

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N Korea's Kim calls Putin 'closest comrade'

Kim said relations between North Korea and Russia would be raised to a new level.

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Huge tailbacks as Florida braces for Hurricane Milton

Officials have warned of the threat to life posed by the category four storm as it heads towards the US.

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Mexican mayor murdered days after starting job

Alejandro Arcos is the second politician to be killed in a week in the city of Chilpachingo.

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Author to go on trial in France for downplaying Rwanda genocide

French-Cameroonian writer Charles Onana faces trial in Paris over a controversial book about the killings.

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Russian opposition activist killed fighting for Ukraine

Ildar Dadin was killed when his battalion came under Russian artillery fire in north-eastern Ukraine.

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Maldives to seek bailout from India despite strained ties

Mohamed Muizzu is expected to seek a bailout worth hundreds of millions of dollars during his India visit.

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Biden: 'I don't know' if Netanyahu is trying to sway US election

Some Democrats accuse Israel's PM of holding off on agreeing a Gaza ceasefire deal for political reasons.

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Floods and landslides leave 16 dead in Bosnia

Towns and villages are cut off and homes almost submerged by flash floods in central Bosnia-Herzegovina.

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Children among 70 killed in Haiti gang 'massacre'

Members of one of the country's armed groups, the Gran Grif gang, raided a small town forcing residents to run for their lives.

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Watch: Elephants escape floodwaters in Thailand

The elephants were evacuated from flash flooding at a sanctuary near Chiang Mai, Thailand.

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BBC crew run for cover after gunfire heard across Lebanon-Israel border

They were filming on the Israeli side of the border, close to where clashes had been reported.

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EU hits China with tariffs in electric car sales battle

The vote risks sparking a trade war as the EU looks to protect its own car makers.

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Hospital fire in Taiwan kills nine people

The cause of the fire - which began as Typhoon Krathon made landfall - is still under investigation.

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India's top court saves a poor student's college dream

Atul Kumar missed the deadline to pay his college fee by a few seconds - then a court stepped in to help him.

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Dominican Republic 'to deport up to 10,000 migrants a week'

Many Haitian migrants are fleeing extreme gang violence and poverty in the capital Port-au-Prince.

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UN chief banned from Israel in row over Iran

Israel bars António Guterres for failing to condemn Tuesday's missile attack by Iran.

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Mexico's first female president vows 'it's time for women'

At her inauguration, the first female president of Mexico promises to focus on improving health and education.

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Chinese woman held in Germany for spying on arms firm

A Chinese woman has been arrested on suspicion of passing on information about Leipzig/Halle airport.

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VP debates rarely matter - the Walz v Vance showdown is different

In a tight US election race, every opportunity to generate positive attention and political momentum is precious.

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'I grabbed by grandchildren and ran': Lebanon families flee Israeli strikes

People sleeping rough at a Beirut school describe fleeing Israel's bombardment with moments to spare.

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Marine Le Pen on trial for alleged EU funds misuse

If found guilty, the French presidential hopeful could be ineligible to run for office for up to 10 years.

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Largest haka breaks world record in New Zealand

Thousands took part in a Maori haka dance famously performed by the All Blacks before rugby matches.

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Far right in Austria projected to win election race

Austria's Freedom Party heads for an unprecedented poll victory under Herbert Kickl, projections say.

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Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan says 'it's good to be back' after award win

The Bollywood superstar returned to movies in 2023 after a hiatus lasting four years.

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What I found on the secretive tropical island they don't want you to see

BBC reporter gains access to the remote ocean territory despite UK and US attempts to stop her.

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What is Hezbollah and why is Israel attacking Lebanon?

Escalating cross-border hostilities have heightened fears of an all-out conflict.

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'A very dangerous and delicate moment for Lebanon'

BBC Middle East Correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from Beirut as the IDF says it has killed the Hezbollah leader.

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Who is Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah?

He played a key role in turning Hezbollah into the political and military force it is today.

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Republican governor candidate treated for burns after 'campaign incident'

Mark Robinson's campaign is mired in scandal after reports he had posted racist comments online.

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Harry Potter and Downton Abbey actress Dame Maggie Smith dies at 89

She won two Oscars and starred in the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey.

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Argentina records sharp rise in poverty

More than half of people in Argentina are now living in poverty, latest figures indicate.

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Raging waters and rescues as Hurricane Helene hits Florida

The category four storm hammered Florida's coast, bringing heavy rains and strong winds.

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Iran faces dilemma of restraint or revenge for attacks on ally Hezbollah

Iran has sought to strike an unusually conciliatory tone in the face of attacks on its ally Hezbollah.

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Watch: Building collapses into river in India

No-one was injured in the incident, which occurred during heavy rains in Bihar state.

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Storm Helene strengthens as it heads to Mexico and Florida

The tropical storm is forecast to strengthen into a category-three hurricane by Thursday.

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Strictly's Artem won't face domestic violence charges

The former Strictly Come Dancing star was booked into Napa County Jail in July.

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Paedophile swim coach dies weeks after conviction

Dick Caine was recently found guilty of sexually assaulting six female students in the 1970s and 1980s.

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Russia in satellite deal with West African military governments

They are for TV and radio, border security and responding to natural disasters, a minister says.

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Cats have more freedom than Afghan women - Meryl Streep

A cat may "feel the sun on her face" in a park but girls do not have such freedoms under the Taliban, she said.

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Murdoch family battle over media empire quietly unfolds in Reno

A succession drama has played out in a Nevada court - and the outcome is likely to be withheld from the public.

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Canadian alleges 'psychological torture' in Chinese jail

Michael Kovrig, whose arrest kicked off a diplomatic spat, says he was held in solitary confinement for months.

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Street battles in Bolivia as Evo Morales leads march to capital

Supporters of Evo Morales have clashed with followers of his rival ahead of 2025 election

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Kenya to send 600 more police officers to Haiti

This will bring the Kenyan contingent helping Haitian police fight gangs up to 1,000.

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At least 51 dead in Iran coal mine explosion

At least 51 people are reported to have been killed after a gas leak sparked a blast in eastern Iran.

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Paratroopers mark 80 years since Operation Market Garden

A commemorative parachute jump is to be held in the Netherlands to remember the 'bridge too far'.

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Pilot hostage freed by Papua rebels 'very happy' to go home

He was kidnapped by separatists in Indonesia's West Papua region and spent more than 19 months in captivity.

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Businessman extradited from UK to South Africa on fraud charges

Michael Lomas is accused of manipulating massive contracts for work on a power station in South Africa.

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Schoolboy's killing in China sparks Japanese fears

Stabbing of 10-year-old schoolboy in Shenzhen is the second attack on Japanese nationals this year.

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Nintendo sues 'Pokémon with guns' video game firm

The Japanese company alleges that the Palworld video game "infringes multiple patent rights".

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Ten-year-old Japanese boy dies after stabbing in China

Authorities say the boy was attacked outside Shenzhen Japanese School in southern China.

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Ros Atkins on Trump suspect viral conspiracy theory

The BBC's analysis editor looks at the false link between Ryan Routh and a US investment firm.

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Facebook owner bans Russian state media networks

Russian state media outlets have come under increased scrutiny in Western countries.

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Floods and mudslides kill more than 200 in Myanmar

The storm has killed more than 500 people in northern Vietnam, Laos, Thailand and Myanmar.

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Watch: Baby Reindeer steals spotlight at Emmy Awards

The hugely popular but also controversial British TV hit, wins four major awards.

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After a decade, Kashmir to vote in historic elections

This is the first assembly election since PM Modi's government revoked Kashmir's special status in 2019.

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'I tried to say no repeatedly': More men accuse ex-Abercrombie boss over sex events

New witnesses tell the BBC fresh details about the sophisticated operation they say exploited them for sex.

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'Splashdown confirmed' - SpaceX crew arrives back on Earth

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn crew returns to Earth after five days in orbit, following an historic mission.

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Trump vows mass deportations from town rocked by 'pet-eating' lies

Trump says Springfield in Ohio has been "destroyed" and repeats baseless claim that migrants are eating pets.

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US imposes new sanctions on Russian state media

Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused the outlet RT of engaging in "global covert activities".

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Myanmar hit by deadly floods after Typhoon Yagi

Myanmar's ruling junta has requested foreign aid as large areas are inundated, state-run media report.

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Israeli special forces 'raid missile site in Syria'

US media say the operation included special forces who rappelled down from helicopters.

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Watch: US freight train crashes into military vehicle

Dash cam footage shows the moment a freight train crashes into a Howitzer in South Carolina.

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Clashes outside Argentine Congress after veto of pension rise

The protesters - many of them pensioners - tore down police barriers and hurled stones at police in Buenos Aires.

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Video shows Bon Jovi helping woman to safety

"It takes all of us to help keep each other safe," Ch John Drake, of Nashville Police, said.

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Passengers stranded at main Kenya airport as staff protest

A protest against plans to lease JKIA - Kenya's main airport - to an Indian company sparks disruption.

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Dozens arrested after clashes at Melbourne anti-war protest

Police said officers were targeted by demonstrators throwing rocks, manure and bottles containing acid.

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Firefighter 'who wanted to be hero' arrested over deadly Chile blaze

The fire was Chile's deadliest, killing a total of 137 people and leaving many more homeless.

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Pope's mass in Timor-Leste draws 600,000 worshippers

Homes were recently demolished and families displaced in the area where the congregation is being held.

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Russia accused of EU and Nato cyber-attacks

The warning by Germany comes amid fears in Europe of suspected Russian interference since the war in Ukraine.

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Chinese giant Chery could build cars in UK

Chery is weighing up the possibility of building cars in the UK, according to a senior executive.

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Rise of far right in Germany’s east isn’t over yet

AfD support continues to rise in Germany, driven by anger over immigration and weapons for Ukraine.

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Girls boarding school engulfed by fire in Kenya

Three children are injured days after 21 children died in a fire at another Kenyan school.

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Three killed in attack at West Bank-Jordan border

Israeli officials say a gunman approached from the Jordanian side and opened fire.

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More than 100 protests held across France against new PM

Left-wing parties called for protests after Michel Barnier was appointed as prime minister on Thursday.

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Woodhall claims Paralympic gold month after wife's Olympic triumph

American Hunter Woodhall storms to victory in the T62 400m at the Paralympics in Paris, a month after his wife Tara Davis-Woodhall won Olympic long jump gold.

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Super typhoon Yagi makes landfall in Vietnam

Metal roof sheets and commercial sign boards were reportedly seen flying across Hai Phong city.

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Mixed jobs report adds to US economy concerns

Employers added 142,000 jobs in August, figures show, which was less than expected.

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UK to send hundreds more missiles to Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked for more aid to "drive Russian forces off our land".

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Israeli forces pull out of Jenin after major operation

More than 20 Palestinians, including civilians, were killed in over a week of battles with militants.

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Uncertainty for families as China ends foreign adoptions

Beijing has given little reason for the change, only saying it was line with international agreements.

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Girl 'killed inside home' as Israeli West Bank operation continues

The father of Lujain Musleh, 16, says she was shot by Israeli forces as she looked through a window.

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Moment small asteroid lights up night sky in Philippines

European Space Agency say the asteroid, dubbed 2024 RW1, was "harmless" but created a "spectacular fireball".

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ICC chief prosecutor defends Netanyahu arrest warrant in BBC interview

Mr Khan tells the BBC it is important to show the court will hold all nations to the same standard.

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Trump ordered to stop using Isaac Hayes' music

A judge says Trump must stop playing Hold On I'm Coming, while a permanent injunction is considered.

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Teenager charged over shooting of NFL player Ricky Pearsall

The 17-year-old is accused of attempted murder over an attack on the 49ers rookie.

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Raygun apologises to Australian breakdancing community

Rachael Gunn says sorry after her zero score at the Olympics prompted ridicule and made global headlines.

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Trump ordered to stop using Isaac Hayes' music

A judge says Trump must stop playing Hold On I'm Coming, while a permanent injunction is considered.

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Netanyahu asks 'forgiveness' over hostage deaths as protests continue

It comes as Hamas said more hostages could be "returned to their families in shrouds" if a ceasefire isn't reached.

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Scholz urges firewall against far right after election win

The German Chancellor called the results of Sunday's state elections "worrying" and "bitter".

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Watch: George Clooney praises 'selfless' Joe Biden

The actor had urged Mr Biden not to seek re-election in a opinion piece in the New York Times.

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Video shows Titanic missing large section of railing

The discovery was made during a series of dives by underwater robots this summer.

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Trump signals backing for Florida marijuana legalisation

The US presidential hopeful appeared to signal his support, placing him at odds with other Republicans.

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17 bodies found after Russian tourist helicopter crash

The helicopter was carrying 22 people, most of them tourists, when it disappeared from radar on Saturday.

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Gaza children being given polio vaccine

The aim is to vaccinate 640,000 children, weeks after the first polio case was detected in Gaza in 25 years.

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US rapper Fatman Scoop dies after collapsing on stage

The New Yorker, who has collaborated with artists like Mariah Carey, collapsed during a gig in Connecticut.

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Russia searches for missing helicopter with 22 on board

The helicopter went down while carrying tourists in Russia's far-east, officials say.

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China and Philippines trade blame as ships collide

The crash is the latest incident in an escalating row over key zones in the South China Sea.

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Doctor bailed over Matthew Perry drugs death

Dr Mark Chavez is among five people charged over the Friends star's death in Los Angeles last year.

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Fugitive Italian kidnapper arrested in Argentina

Police arrest a man wanted in Italy for decades for a kidnapping carried out by the Red Brigades.

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Israel says Hamas leader killed on third day of West Bank operation

Israeli forces say they've killed a Hamas commander on the third day of a big operation in the occupied West Bank.

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Homes bulldozed in Timor-Leste ahead of Pope visit

Government says thousands are living illegally in area where the pontiff will celebrate mass.

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Planes abort landings as Typhoon Shanshan batters Japan

The country has been hit by one of its strongest typhoons in decades, with authorities issuing highest alert.

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Argentina police pepper spray pension protesters

They were protesting the president's plan to veto measures to raise pensions in line with Argentina's triple-digit inflation.

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UN calls for de-escalation as Israeli West Bank raids continue

Israel says it killed five militants hiding in a mosque, on the second day of a major operation.

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Hiker rescued after workmates left him on mountain, says search crew

He survived stormy weather and multiple falls after reaching a Colorado mountain summit on his own.

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HK journalists found guilty in landmark sedition case

This is the first sedition case against journalists in Hong Kong since the territory's handover in 1997.

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Hostage rescued by Israel tells of 'cruel captivity'

Kaid Farhan Elkadi was rescued in a "complex operation" in Gaza, the Israeli military said.

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SpaceX delays first private spacewalk mission

Elon Musk's company said it would be delayed "due to unfavourable weather forecasted" in the capsule's splashdown areas.

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Why South Africans are flocking to a Chinese hospital ship

Cape Town residents queue for free medical care due to the poor state of the country's health sector.

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Scrutiny over claims RFK Jr cut off dead whale's head

Activists say the alleged incident decades ago may have broken conservation laws.

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Ex-Democrat Tulsi Gabbard officially endorses Trump

The move caps off Ms Gabbard's remarkable political journey that began on the American progressive left.

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Canada hits China-made electric cars with 100% tariff

The move comes after similar announcements, including in the US and European Union.

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Elderly woman's killer released for second time to fight in Ukraine

The 85-year-old grandmother's killer has been released only a week into his 22-year prison sentence.

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Qantas sells cut-price first-class fares by mistake

The airline said it will refund or rebook passengers who bought wrongly-priced tickets due to a coding error.

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US rapper Macklemore cancels Dubai show over Sudan war

Macklemore says he will not perform in the UAE until it stops "arming and funding the RSF".

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Three killed in huge Russian attack across Ukraine

Explosions ring out in several cities as more than half of the country's regions come under attack.

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Babe Ruth 'called shot' jersey sells for record £18.1m

Babe Ruth's jersey when he 'called the shot' during the 1932 World Series sells for record £18.1m at auction.

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Blake Lively's PR woes and how we talk about victims

Aggrieved viewers say the Hollywood star has promoted film like 'it's the sequel to Barbie'.

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Reuters journalist missing after strike in Ukraine

The news agency says its team was staying in a hotel in Kramatorsk, which was struck by a missile.

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Suspected burglar caught after sitting down with book

The would-be thief became distracted after picking up a book about Greek mythology on a bedside table.

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Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners after Kursk offensive

The swap is the first since Ukraine first began its incursion into Russia on 6 August.

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France investigating synagogue explosion as suspected terrorism

France's Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin called the incident "an obviously criminal act".

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Fourteen dead after Indian bus falls into river in Nepal

The bus, registered in India, was carrying around 40 passengers when it veered off a highway.

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Thailand confirms first Asian case of new Mpox strain

The European man flew into Thailand from an unnamed African country last week, officials say.

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Night three at the DNC: Oprah, 'cat ladies' and coach Walz

The Democratic National Convention's third night in Chicago featured a folksy 'coach' Tim Walz, Oprah Winfrey and a host of other big names.

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World's second-largest diamond found in Botswana

A 2,492-carat stone has been unearthed, in the biggest find since the Cullinan diamond in 1905.

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Dad hacks database to fake death and avoid child support pay

The man, from Kentucky, has been jailed for what a judge in the US called his "cynical" actions.

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South Africa's last zoo elephant freed after 40 years

Charlie the elephant has been in captivity since 1984 when it was captured at two years

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Delon's family deny his request to euthanise dog

The French actor had asked for his pet dog to be humanely killed and laid in his grave.

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Twelve killed in Israeli strike on Gaza school, civil defence says

Israel's military says it targeted a Hamas command and control centre inside the Gaza City school.

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Mpox not new Covid and can be stopped, expert says

The world must act now to ensure vaccines reach the areas most in need, the WHO's Dr Hans Kluge says.

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Watch: Rescue operations resume in Sicily for second day

A helicopter and divers were deployed at the scene where a yacht sank, as rescue operations continue.

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Tanzania police commander transferred over sex work comment

The commander was widely criticised after linking the alleged victim of a gang rape to sex work.

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Hamas claims Tel Aviv bomb explosion as suicide attack

Israeli security forces said Sunday's blast killed the suspected attacker and injured a passer-by.

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Imran Khan applies to be uni chancellor from jail

The former Prime Minister of Pakistan, who is in currently prison, plans to apply for the role.

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Zaporizhzhia nuclear safety deteriorating, says UN

It follows a drone strike near the site's perimeter in Russian-occupied Ukraine.

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Russians tell BBC they are worried and angry at Ukraine invasion

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg in Aleksin meets Russians wondering how Ukraine's incursion could have happened.

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Ferris wheel blaze in Germany injures several people

Video showed two carriages on the wheel in Leipzig alight with smoke billowing into the air.

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Russians tell BBC they are worried and angry at Ukraine invasion

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg in Aleksin meets Russians wondering how Ukraine's incursion could have happened.

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Israeli strike in Lebanon kills 10, health ministry says

Lebanon said the building was housing refugees, while Israel said it targeted a Hezbollah weapons depot.

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Grammy-winning producer seeks to dismiss rape lawsuit

The-Dream was accused of rape and sexual battery in June by a former protégé, Chanaaz Mangroe.

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Ukraine hopes its incursion into Russia changes outcome of war

Ukrainians say the foray into Kursk brings tactical advantages - and opens the door to ending the war.

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Supplies delivered to ISS as astronauts remain stranded

The crew aboard the International Space Station includes two Nasa astronauts stuck on a mission.

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Sabotage fears prompt water scare near German base

Officials have warned of possible attacks as Germany supports Ukraine in its war against Russia.

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Could Trump really deport one million immigrants?

The mass deportation of undocumented immigrants would face legal and practical challenges - and cost billions.

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Thai heiress brings back divisive dynasty - but for how long?

Ms Paetongtarn brings a fresh face, and yet another member of the powerful Shinawatra clan to the top job.

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More than half of Puerto Rico without power as Hurricane Ernesto strengthens

Almost 1m buildings do not have access to electricity after Ernesto swept across the Caribbean island.

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Columbia University president resigns after Gaza protests turmoil

Minouche Shafik's resignation comes a year after she took the position at the Ivy League university.

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Rosenberg: Ukraine's advance undermines Putin's image as 'Mr Security'

Ukraine's incursion into Kursk raises questions about Mr Putin's ability to keep Russia safe.

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Watch: Thousands of women protest about rape and murder of doctor in India

Women led a march in West Bengal state after a female doctor's brutal rape and murder last week.

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US soldier pleads guilty to selling secrets to China

Sgt Korbein Schultz was allegedly paid $42,000 in exchange for dozens of sensitive security data.

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Spain probes Katy Perry video over protected sand dunes

The singer's latest music video is alleged to have been partly filmed in an ecologically-sensitive area.

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Japan set for new PM as Kishida bows out as party leader

Support for Fumio Kishida has fallen amid a huge corruption scandal that hit his party.

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Bangladesh's ex-PM investigated for murder

Bangladesh's former premier, who fled the country in the wake of violence, is investigated for murder

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FBI probes claims Iran hacked Trump campaign

The FBI confirmed it is investigating Trump's claims his campaign was hacked by Iranian agents.

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Kenya starvation cult leader pleads not guilty

The self-proclaimed pastor allegedly encouraged his followers to starve themselves to death to get to heaven.

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Ukraine claims to control 1,000 sq km of Russian territory

Russian leader Vladimir Putin has described the cross-border offensive as a "major provocation".

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Ukraine and Russia trade blame over fire at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Both sides say there has been no detected radiation spike at the occupied Zaporizhzhia plant.

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Russia widens evacuations to second border region after Ukraine offensive

Some 11,000 people are evacuated from Russia's Belgorod region following reports of "enemy action".

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Venezuela opposition urges global protest over poll result

The opposition says it will keep up the pressure on the Maduro government, which it accuses of election fraud.

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Musk's Trump interview caps months of warming relations

The two businessmen have sparred in the past - but in this election seem firmly on the same side.

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Landslide at Uganda rubbish dump kills 12

Rescuers are continuing to dig through the waste in the hope of finding more survivors.

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US athlete stripped of bronze as online abuse condemned

American gymnast Jordan Chiles has been stripped of the bronze medal she won in the women's floor final after a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

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First deaf Miss South Africa crowned after divisive competition

Mia le Roux says she hopes to inspire those who feel excluded from South African society.

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App to reduce deaths by elephants launched in India

Conservationists say elephants are becoming more aggressive because their habitats are shrinking.

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Disney unveils Avatar 3's official title and new films

Details of new films including the third Avatar and a new Star Wars are announced at a Disney fan event.

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In pictures: Brazil's deadly plane crash

Three days of mourning have been declared for those killed in the Voepass flight which crashed in Vinhedo.

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Aerial video shows 'horror scene' after Brazil plane crash

All 61 people on board were killed when a Voepass plane came down in São Paulo state.

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Chinese port rocked by huge container ship blast

Surveillance footage captured the moment of the explosion at Ningbo-Zhoushan Port in Zhejiang.

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Rapper Travis Scott arrested in Paris over hotel violence

The US artist is accused of attacking a security guard who intervened in a fight with a bodyguard.

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New artefacts found on ‘holy grail of shipwrecks’ off Colombia

An anchor and glass bottles are among the treasures found in the "unprecedented" haul, researchers say.

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Western envoys shun Nagasaki event over Israel snub

The Japanese city's mayor says the decision to exclude Israel was not political, but will not change.

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Russia seeks 15-year sentence for US-Russian ballerina

Ksenia Karelina pleads guilty to treason charge after February arrest for donating to pro-Ukraine charity.

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Police hunt ex-Catalan separatist leader after shock return from exile

Officials say Mr Puigdemont is on the run and have ordered police to set up roadblocks around the city.

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Putin accuses Ukraine of 'provocation' amid alleged border incursion

Fighting has been taking place since Tuesday, with footage showing smoke rising in some areas.

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Last missing Israeli victim of Hamas attack declared dead

Until now, no trace had been found of Bilha Yinon, whose house was burnt down on 7 October.

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At least two people killed in German hotel collapse

Emergency services are trying to rescue several people remain trapped under the rubble in the town of Kröv.

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The Nobel winner tasked with leading a nation out of chaos

Muhammad Yumus has been chosen to lead an interim government after the ouster of Bangladesh's ex-PM.

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What could Google monopoly ruling mean for you?

The US government says it wants 'structural relief' after a judge found the search giant broke the law.

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US funeral home fined $950m in decaying bodies case

Some 190 decaying bodies were discovered at the Return to Nature home by authorities last year.

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Sheikh Hasina: The pro-democracy icon who became an autocrat

Sheikh Hasina is credited for the country's economic progress but also accused of authoritarianism.

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Watch: Bangladesh protesters storm prime minister's palace

Bengali TV aired live footage of protesters storming Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's official residence.

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Mexican journalist killed while under police protection

Alejandro Martínez had been reporting on violent crime for several years.

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Three top contenders emerge in Kamala Harris' VP hunt

The vice-president interviewed at least three of her shortlist on Sunday at her home in Washington.

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Watch: Dawn spectacle as Mount Etna erupts

Europe's tallest volcano, Mount Etna, putting on a lava and smoke show over Sicily.

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Nigerian president demands end to deadly protests

He says he has heard Nigerians' pain but the demonstrations - set to last 10 days - must stop.

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Iran says Haniyeh killed by short-range projectile

Iran provides its account of the killing of the Hamas leader in Tehran, blaming Israel.

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Watch: Supercell tornado sweeps through eastern Spain

There was "no major damage" caused by the tornado, according to the mayor of El Toro.

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Nigerians hit with 24-hour curfews amid protests

Millions in the north have been ordered to stay indoors as nationwide anti-government protests continue.

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Mourners gather as Hamas leader Haniyeh is buried in Qatar

Ismail Haniyeh’s burial caps a week of soaring tensions in the Middle East.

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Watch: How the Russia-West prisoner swap unfolded

Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva where among the Americans freed in the prisoner swap.

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‘Their brutal ordeal is over’ - Biden on prisoner swap

The US president thanked his allies, who he says played a key role in the prisoner exchange.

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How stage was set for biggest prisoner swap since Cold War

The signs were there that an East-West prisoner exchange was being discussed behind the scenes.

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Russia to free Gershkovich and Whelan in major prisoner swap

The exchange of 24 prisoners between Russia and the West will be the largest since the Cold War.

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'Slave auction' pupils to face disciplinary in South Africa

Viral footage appears to show schoolchildren in Cape Town "selling" off black classmates.

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Frustrated Nigerians vow 'days of rage' as hardships mount

Facing high living costs activists call for protests but the government says they should hold back.

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The 1975 sued over Malaysia concert with Matty Healy kiss

The British band and its members face a £1.9m lawsuit in the UK High Court.

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Harris dares Trump to debate her - 'Donald, say it to my face'

She addressed 10,000 supporters in Georgia, a key swing state that Democrats hope to win with her on the ticket.

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What does Haniyeh's killing mean for Gaza ceasefire?

As Hamas's political leader, Ismail Haniyeh was a key interlocuter in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations.

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What's the problem with swimming in the Seine?

Parisians and visitors tell the BBC whether they would take a dip in the River Seine.

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India teen is rare survivor of brain-eating amoeba

Afnan Jasim, 14, is thought to be just the ninth person in the world to survive the brain infection.

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Watch: Venezuela's Maduro declared winner in disputed vote

Both Maduro and González, the opposition candidate, have claimed victory in this presidential election.

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Anger after students drown in Delhi building basement

Three students drowned after rainwater flooded the basement of an exam coaching centre.

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France rail repairs completed after arson attacks

Full service is due to resume on Monday after the network was paralysed ahead of the opening of the Olympics.

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Nine die in DR Congo gospel concert chaos

Police and organisers face questions after reports of overcrowding at one of Africa's biggest stadiums.

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Olympian sorry to wife for losing wedding ring in Seine

The World Champion blamed "losing too many kilos" and "irrepressible enthusiasm" for the mishap.

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First images of Jasper after 100m high wildfire hit

The fierce wildfire in the Canadian town melted cars to the road and turned homes to ash.

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Three members of family gospel group die in plane crash

The youngest member of The Nelons - who was not on board - confirmed the death of her parents and sister.

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Israeli strike on Gaza school 'kills 30'

Israel said Hamas was using the school, but Gaza's health ministry said most victims were children.

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Rural sabotage plays havoc with opening of Paris Olympics

There is tight security for the opening ceremony, but saboteurs struck rail lines miles outside the city.

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S Africa police arrest Libyans at 'illegal' military camp

The camp, situated on a farm, was raided and 95 Libyans have been taken into custody, police say.

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Crew 'held each other and jumped' as typhoon sunk ship

Survivors of the Tanzania-flagged Fu Shun said they swam "with all their lives" to shore.

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Debt-ridden India labourer digs up diamond worth $95,000

Raju Gound, who has been diamond-hunting for over a decade, finally got lucky this week.

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MrBeast hires investigators over co-host grooming claims

The YouTuber's co-host Ava Kris Tyson denies claims online she groomed a teenager when she was 20.

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Netanyahu seeks to bolster US support with Congress speech

The address comes as the relationship between Israeli leaders and leading US Democrats has grown tense.

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Watch: Emergency workers pick through wreckage of Nepal plane crash

A clean-up operation is underway after a plane crashed during takeoff in Kathmandu, Nepal, killing at least 18 people.

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Graphic footage shows US officers stood over body of Trump gunman

Bodycam video shows the immediate aftermath of the Trump shooting on the rooftop where the gunman was killed.

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Six takeaways from Indian PM Modi's new budget

Indian PM Narendra Modi's new budget aims to tackle a deepening jobs crisis - but can he deliver?

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Seized Mexican cartel 'monster trucks' destroyed

The vehicles, which often feature homemade armour, are used as a show of force by cartels.

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The president's protectors are hardly noticeable - until things go wrong

The attempted assassination of Donald Trump has raised questions about the Secret Service's record.

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Secret Service chief faces grilling over Trump shooting

Senior Republican Mike Johnson says Ms Cheatle has "a lot to answer for" with regards to the attack.

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Israel orders evacuation of part of Gaza humanitarian zone

Strikes are reported around Khan Younis, after people are told to leave eastern areas in the zone.

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India alert after boy dies from Nipah virus in Kerala

The virus is transmitted from animals such as pigs and fruit bats to humans.

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Uganda protest organisers playing with fire, president says

Police have banned a planned march to parliament on Tuesday to protest against corruption.

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Prime drinks company sued by US Olympic committee

The drink is accused of using US Olympic trademarks without an agreement.

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Watch: Spire collapses as fire engulfs Texas church

A blaze at a historic church in Dallas has caused huge plumes of smoke to rise over the Texan city

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World's longest rowing boat to carry Olympic torch

The 24-seater boat will take the Olympic torch down a section of the River Marne on Sunday.

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US woman freed after 43 years in prison for murder she didn’t commit

Sandra Hemme has spent almost all of her adult life in prison for a 1980 murder in St. Joseph, Missouri.

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Scam warning as fake emails and websites target users after outage

Agencies in the UK and Australia are warning people to be vigilante to fake emails, calls and websites.

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San Diego Zoo pandas make official debut

Yun Chuan and Xin Bao are the first pandas to enter the US in 21 years.

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Ukrainian nationalist ex-MP shot dead in Lviv street

Iryna Farion caused controversy by suggesting that “true patriots” of Ukraine should not speak Russian in any situation.

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South Africa's calm opening of parliament heralds new era

President Cyril Ramaphosa outlines the government's plans after his party was forced into coalition.

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'Drill, baby, drill' - At the RNC as Trump charmed crowd

The BBC's Kayla Epstein watched on as Donald Trump addressed his supporters in Milwaukee.

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French priest accused of sexual assaults 17 years after death

The reputation of the revered anti-poverty campaigner Abbé Pierre, who died in 2007, has been tarnished by sex assault allegations.

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Kenya police ban protests in the capital

The police say it is difficult to enforce safety for protesters who have no designated leader.

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'They killed my son' - raw grief after Nigeria school collapse

Government promises to curb rogue building practices are too little, too late for grieving parents.

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Country star sorry for singing US anthem drunk

Ingrid Andress was widely derided for her erratic rendition before baseball's Home Run Derby.

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Search for crew after oil tanker capsizes off Oman coast

The vessel, with 13 Indian and three Sri Lankan crew members, capsized off the coast of Oman.

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Southgate resigns after England's Euro 2024 loss

England manager Gareth Southgate resigns after eight years in charge following defeat by Spain in the Euro 2024 final.

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Senior North Korean diplomat defects to South

The diplomat is believed to be the highest-ranked official to defect to South Korea since 2016.

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'World's rarest whale' washes up on NZ beach

Experts believe they have identified the animal but could wait weeks for DNA results to come back.

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Stars pay tribute to 'force of nature' Doherty

Co-stars remember Shannen Doherty as a "beloved" actress with "heart, courage and kindness".

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Five questions for Secret Service after Trump shooting

Former agents ask whether the event was properly resourced - and whether warnings about the gunman were passed on.

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'Serial killer' arrested after bodies found in Kenya dump

The 33-year-old confessed to having killed at least 42 women since 2022, police say.

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What we know so far about Trump shooting suspect Thomas Crooks

The man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump has been named by the FBI as Thomas Matthew Crooks.

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What we know so far about Trump shooting suspect Thomas Crooks

The man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump has been named by the FBI as Thomas Matthew Crooks.

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Watch: How chaos unfolded at Trump rally shooting

Former US President Donald Trump was rushed off stage in Pennsylvania after an apparent assassination attempt.

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Video shows Trump rally shooter on roof

The former president was shot at during a rally in Pennsylvania, and has since returned home to New Jersey.

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Video shows moment Trump ducks and swarmed by security

Video shows the moment loud bangs are heard and the former president is surrounded by security.

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Celebrity sex therapist Dr Ruth Westheimer dies at 96

Known as Dr Ruth, she advocated for open conversations about sex and intimate topics.

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