Nigeria election 2023: The oil land with no electricity

The tailors relying on generators in Nigeria's oil-rich region - a key electoral battle ground.

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Israel and the Palestinians: Blinken's Jerusalem visit offers few solutions

The US secretary of state says "concrete steps" are needed to reduce violence but does not elaborate.

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Oscars 2023: Actress Andrea Riseborough keeps nomination despite 'concerns'

The campaign for the British actress sparked a Hollywood debate after her surprise nomination.

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Migrant protest at New York hotel highlights growing issue

Some people sheltering at a Manhattan hotel refuse to move to a different facility, citing poor conditions.

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Auckland weather: Flood-hit region suffers more heavy rain

Only days after deadly floods killed four in Auckland, severe weather once again hit the region.

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Floating pirate-themed restaurant sinks off Thailand coast

Eyewitnesses reported the vessel slowly sinking in rough water in Pattaya Bay.

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Pope in DR Congo: 'Hands off Africa' says Pope Francis in Kinshasa speech

Pope Francis gave a speech where he spoke of the centuries of exploitation faced by the country.

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Organ donation: 'My daughter was shot but lives on in those she saved'

Could the shooting of a six-year-old girl spark change in India where organ donation is rare?

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Swedish flag burnt in Jakarta amid Turkey Nato row

Indonesia is the latest country to see anti-Sweden protests, after a Quran burning in Stockholm.

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Lisa Loring, the original Wednesday Addams actress, dies at 64

She was five when she starred in the first TV adaptation of The Addams Family in the 1960s.

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Nigeria cost-of-living crisis sparks exodus of doctors

A cost-of-living crisis in Nigeria is forcing thousands of young professionals to flee abroad.

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Mining giant 'sorry' over lost radioactive capsule in Australia

Rio Tinto says the object went missing while it was being transported 1,400km in Western Australia.

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Man rescued after crashing stolen police car on train tracks in Georgia

The suspect jumped into a police vehicle during a traffic stop in the US city of Atlanta.

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The new tech offering relief from the misery of period pain

Two start-up firms are making wearable technology that targets menstrual discomfort.

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Nigeria extends deadline to exchange old cash

Long queues formed at some banks as Nigerians struggled to meet the original deadline of Tuesday.

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Iran 'foils drone attack' on military facility in Isfahan

The defence ministry said three drones were involved, but there was only minor damage to the site.

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New US childhood obesity guidelines criticised by families

Some families worry that new guidelines from US paediatricians prioritise surgery and intensive therapy.

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Television frontman Tom Verlaine dies at 73

His band rose to fame in the 1970s New York punk scene, scoring UK hits including Marquee Moon.

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'Elon Musk has made me embarrassed to drive my Tesla now'

Elon Musk was once hailed as the secret to Tesla's success. Now he's one of its problems.

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Nigeria floods: Songs and testimonies from a drowning world

Portraits of communities devastated by the worst recorded floods in Nigeria.

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Unanswered questions from videos of Tyre Nichols' arrest

The footage shows a brutal beating but we still don't know why officers decided to stop his car.

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Tyre Nichols: Police unit is disbanded after death

The so-called Scorpion special unit will be disbanded after its officers were seen beating Mr Nichols.

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Pilot dies in Indian army jet mid-air collision

The planes were on a routine "operational flying training mission" when the incident happened.

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Footage shows Memphis Police brutally beating Tyre Nichols

The 29-year-old appears to cry out repeatedly for his mother during the arrest in Memphis this month.

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The Somali funk spirit that has overcome anarchy and exile

Somalia's music scene is booming once again after years of conflict and Islamist threats.

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Community reckons with police killing by black officers

All five officers involved in Tyre Nichols' death were black. Experts say that's not unusual.

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Ukraine war: UN accuses Russia of breaking child protection rules over refugees

Moscow is accused of giving refugees Russian passports and allowing them to be adopted.

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Colorado bear poses for roughly 400 'selfies' on wildlife camera

One motion-detecting camera captured roughly 400 images of the surprise selfie star.

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Ukraine war: Auschwitz anniversary marked without Russia

Moscow accuses Poland of attempting to "rewrite history" after it is not invited to the event.

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Cost of living: How onions became a luxury in the Philippines

The staple ingredient has become a symbol of the country's rising cost of living.

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Haiti police riot after crime gangs kill 14 officers

Fourteen police officers have died since the start of 2023 amid a huge surge in gang violence.

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Spain church attacks: Suspect was facing deportation

A 25-year-old Moroccan is detained after a church caretaker is killed and a priest injured.

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Truck attacker guilty of killing 8 on NYC bike path

The Uzbekistan native may face the death penalty for what was the city's deadliest terrorist attack since 9/11.

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Tennessee official 'sickened' by footage of Tyre Nichols arrest

Tyre Nichols, 29, was stopped in Memphis on 7 January for reckless driving and died three days later.

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US hacks back against Hive ransomware crew

The US Department of Justice says its operation against the cyber gang was a 21st Century stakeout.

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Man smashes vehicle into Colorado police station

The driver has been charged with several offences, including attempted murder.

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Could UK be drawn into a green trade war with US?

The future of the planet and the global economy are entwined in a potentially risky geopolitical game.

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What you need to know about the US classified documents saga

Mike Pence, Joe Biden and Donald Trump have all kept classified documents from their time in office.

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737 Max crashes: Boeing in court on fraud charge

Relatives of those who died when two Boeing 737 Max aircraft crashed are trying to reopen a prosecution.

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Texas hit by extreme weather as storms sweep the US

Houston, Texas was battered by a powerful storm on Tuesday as severe weather hit the Gulf Coast.

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Virginia school had three warnings about 6-year-old with gun, says lawyer

Teacher Abigail Zwerner was left with serious injuries after being shot in her classroom.

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JNU: India students angry after screening of BBC Modi documentary blocked

Students say power was cut to prevent them showing the film which has riled India's government.

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Andrew Tate claims case against him 'empty'

Tate says there is "no justice in Romania" as he is taken for police questioning at a special unit.

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New Zealand: Jacinda Ardern's last day as prime minister

Before handing over to Chris Hipkins, Jacinda Ardern attended an annual gathering of politicians and Maori elders in Rātana.

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China Covid: Coffins sell out as losses mount

In rural Shanxi province, the BBC found evidence of a considerable death toll from the virus.

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Justin Bieber sells rights to songs for $200m

The pop star joins a growing group of artists who have cashed out on their catalogues.

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Ukraine war: British pair killed trying 'humanitarian evacuation'

Chris Parry and Andrew Bagshaw were killed in Soledar, eastern Ukraine, the Parry family says.

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US embassy moves to cut visa wait time for Indians

Many Indian visa applicants faced a nearly three-year long wait in 2022.

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Seven dead in second California shooting in three days

The attack at Half Moon Bay comes only two days after a mass shooting in Monterey Park.

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Joshimath: What’s the future of India's sinking Himalayan town?

Experts say it will be hard to save parts of the town that are already sinking.

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Tyre Nichols: Memphis police beat man like 'human piñata' - lawyers

Memphis police fired five officers following the encounter that left black father Tyre Nichols dead.

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Erdogan tells Sweden not to expect Nato bid support

The Turkish president's warning comes after protests in Sweden, including a Quran burning.

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Swedish PM in hot water over eel fishing scandal

Ulf Kristersson is criticised after hiring an aide who had broken poaching laws and misled police.

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Pakistan power cut: Major cities without electricity after grid breakdown

It happened after power grids were turned on in the morning, the power minister said.

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Covid: Thailand tourism up but still below pre-pandemic level

The holiday destination is set to start charging overseas visitors $9.20 each from the start of June.

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The ancient trees at the heart of a case against the Crown

An indigenous community in Canada is suing for their land - and using unusual evidence in their case.

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Spain gang bust: Ukrainians exploited in illegal tobacco operation

Spanish police say Ukrainian refugees worked long hours to mass-produce counterfeit cigarettes.

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Police surround white van after Monterey Park shooting

Aerial video shows a vehicle which may hold the suspect after 10 people were shot dead in Monterey Park.

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How Ukraine war led to a new Indian beer in Poland

Two Indians turned a crisis into opportunity when they were stuck with a shipment of rice flakes.

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Lunar New Year: Chinese families meet for bittersweet reunions

China greets the Lunar New Year with hopes of returning to normality - but also grief and loss.

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How eating oysters could help protect the coast

Restaurants in New Orleans are recycling their oyster shells in an effort to protect the Louisiana coastline.

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Tennessee fires officials after damning death penalty report

The lethal injection is under increased scrutiny after a series of botched executions in several states.

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Lunar New Year: How the world celebrated

Fireworks and lanterns in the street start the 2023 celebrations for one of the world's biggest festivals.

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Dolphins seen in Bronx River for first time in five years

Authorities keep the Bronx River in south-east New York City stocked with a plentiful supply of fish.

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Japan was the future but it's stuck in the past

The so-called lost decade has now stretched to three. What went wrong, asks Rupert Wingfield-Hayes.

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Florida manatees are dying at alarming rate

A sea grass shortage has resulted in an influx of manatee deaths, who rely on the food to survive.

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US to designate Wagner Group as a transnational criminal organisation

The Wagner Group is believed to be receiving shipments of missiles and rockets from North Korea.

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Alabama man secretly helped pay strangers' prescriptions for years

Every month for 10 years, Hody Childress quietly gave $100 to a local pharmacy to help people in need.

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France's Macron proposes big rise in defence budget

France's president details plans for a seven-year budget of €413bn to transform its armed forces.

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Ukrainian soldiers receive bionic arms

After losing their hands in a landmine explosion, Andrii and Vitalii receive 3D printed prosthetics.

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Australia's 'Toadzilla': Record-breaking cane toad found in Queensland

The cane toad, weighing in at 2.7kg, is six times bigger than the average specimen.

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Africa's week in pictures: 13-19 January 2023

A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

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US rock legend David Crosby dies aged 81

Crosby, who co-founded both the Byrds and Crosby, Stills and Nash, had been ill for some time.

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The California storms were great for wine

After years of drought, vineyards got a much-needed infusion of water from weeks of torrential rain.

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Ukraine war: Serbia uproar over Wagner mercenaries recruiting for Russia

A Russian news video showing Serbians being trained to fight in Ukraine prompts fury in Belgrade.

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Jacinda Ardern: Key moments from the New Zealand PM's time in office

A look back at some memorable moments from Jacinda Ardern's six years as New Zealand prime minister.

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Ukraine: Scene of devastation after Brovary helicopter crash

Ukraine's interior minister and a child were among those killed when a helicopter came down near Kyiv.

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Snot bubbles and belly flops keep echidnas cool, research finds

Australian researchers discovered the native animal's unusual cooling methods using thermal imaging.

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Nobel Laureate Maria Ressa cleared of tax evasion

The acquittal of the journalist and Nobel Laureate has been hailed as a win for press freedom.

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FTX: Collapsed crypto exchange says $415m was hacked

Last week the company told a bankruptcy judge in Delaware that it had recovered over $5bn in assets.

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Nigeria elections 2023: How influencers are secretly paid by political parties

Nigerian politicians are hiring social media influencers to spread disinformation ahead of February's elections.

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Census in India: Baffling lack of data is hurting Indians

The government blames Covid for the delay in new data, which is now hitting crucial policy areas.

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Australian Open bans Russian and Belarusian flags from tournament

Organisers announced the flags would be banned, effective immediately, after a courtside incident.

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Putin is weaponising food, says boss of fertiliser giant Yara

The boss of Yara says Russia's invasion of Ukraine has driven up the price of fertilisers and food.

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Industrial espionage: How China sneaks out America's technology secrets

The true extent of commercial spying is unknown but experts say it is "pervasive".

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BBC Breakfast: Forty years of early morning bloopers

A look back at some of the unexpected funny moments in the history of the BBC's morning news programme.

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What does Andrew Tate promise his followers?

The controversial influencer has been detained in Romania as part of a human trafficking and rape investigation.

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Eiffel Tower lights up in support of women protesting in Iran

The Paris landmark displays the message "Femme, Vie, Liberte" in French meaning "Women, Life, Freedom".

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Mursal Nabizada: Gunmen kill former Afghan MP at home in Kabul

Ms Nabizada was an MP until the government was overthrown by the Taliban in August 2021.

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Lab-grown alternatives aim to cut palm oil dependence

Two biotech firms have developed oils made from yeast as a replacement for palm.

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Lützerath: German police oust climate activists after clashes near coal mine

Riot police remove protesters trying to stop the expansion of a coal mine in western Germany.

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Suspected jihadists abduct 50 women in northern Burkina Faso

People in Arbinda say two groups of women were taken while out gathering food because of severe shortages.

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DR Congo: Government blames rebels for church bombing which killed 10

Officials say fighters affiliated to the Islamic State group carried out the attack which killed 10 people.

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Woman rescued from rubble of Ukrainian building

A woman is rescued from the debris of a building in Dnipro, a day after it was hit by a Russian missile strike.

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How drones could be the future of Indian farming

Companies in India are encouraging farmers to switch to drones - but is that working?

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Jesus baptism site makeover aims to draw a million Christians in 2030

As pilgrims mark Epiphany, Jordan plans an ambitious project to upgrade place of Jesus's baptism.

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Mexico tightens ban on smoking in public places

The step, approved in 2021, means the country now has one of the world's strictest anti-tobacco laws.

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Thousands of Israelis hold legal reforms protest in Tel Aviv

Organisers have accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of undermining democratic rule.

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Over 80,000 Israelis protest against Supreme Court reform

Demonstrators in Tel Aviv say government plans to overhaul the judiciary would be an attack on democracy.

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California's hydro-climate whiplash explained

From droughts and wildfires to floods and landslides - why extreme weather may be the new norm.

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The Gambian man who took on a tyrant and made history

Ebrima Solo Sandeng, killed by Gambian agents nearly seven years ago, is finally honoured as a hero.

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Who can die? Canada wrestles with euthanasia for the mentally ill

Canadians with mental illness could soon qualify for assisted death. It's ignited debate in the country.

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Lisa Marie to be buried next to son at Graceland

The singer was the only child of the "King of Rock 'n' Roll", Elvis Presley.

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US renames five places that used racist slur for Native Americans

The move is part of wider efforts to remove the derogatory term from hundreds of geographic sites.

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Bursts of flames after Lithuania gas pipeline explosion

A gas pipeline connecting Lithuania and Latvia exploded outside Pasvalys in Lithuania.

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Lützerath: Greta Thunberg joins German coal mine protests

The Swedish climate activist joined coal mine protesters in the German village of Lützerath.

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Lisa Marie Presley hospitalised after heart attack, US media says

The singer, who is rock legend Elvis's only child, was reportedly found unresponsive at her LA home.

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Biden documents: Who is the special counsel in the Biden probe?

Robert K Hur is a seasoned prosecutor and trial lawyer with ties to the Donald Trump administration.

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ExxonMobil: Oil giant predicted climate change in 1970s - scientists

Researchers claim to put a number on what Exxon knew about temperature rise as early as the 1970s.

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What are the atmospheric rivers contributing to severe California flooding?

Like water flows through rivers on land, water vapour flows through atmospheric rivers in the sky.

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Green comet approaching Earth for first time in 50,000 years

Scientists say the bright green comet will be visible in the night sky for almost a month.

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Harry book: Prince William asked by reporter if he has read Spare

William and Catherine were on their first public outing since Prince Harry's tell-all book went on sale.

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Surendran Pattel: The US judge who once made cigarettes in India

Surendran K Pattel's inspiring rise from a life of grinding poverty has made headlines in India.

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Cardinal Pell: No state funeral in Victoria due to victim distress

Victoria's premier says honouring the controversial clergyman would be distressing for abuse victims.

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Nigeria's cash crunch: Hunting out savings from under mattresses

Why Africa's most-populous country is introducing new bank notes weeks before an election.

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Supermodel Tatjana Patitz dies at 56

Tatjana Patitz, one of the 1990's most prominent supermodels, died in California.

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Ukraine war: Sergei Surovikin removed as commander of Ukraine invasion force

The reshuffle comes as Russians claim to be making progress in eastern Ukraine after months of reverses.

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Why did FAA ground flights across the US?

The disruption was caused by a glitch in an air safety tool called Notice to Air Missions or Notam.

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Brazil Congress riot: Conditions of detainees come under scrutiny

About 1,000 people are still being held and questioned in connection with the 8 December riots.

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Brazil riots: Former public security chief accused of 'sabotage'

Brasília's former public security chief was blamed for leaving local forces without leadership.

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Soledar: Video shows fighting and tank fire in pounded Ukraine salt mine town

Reuters obtained footage showing the past few days in the town, which Russia looks set to capture

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Peru protests: Many dead in new clashes

At least 17 people are killed as anti-government protesters try to seize an airport, officials say.

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Disney boss calls for workers to return to office four days a week

From the start of March employees will be asked to be in the office from Monday to Thursday.

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Brazil Congress: How police failed to stop the protest

President Lula has questioned police actions in failing to prevent the storming of government buildings.

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Where is Bolsonaro? In hospital, his wife says

The former president is under observation with abdominal pain, his wife Michelle wrote on Instagram.

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Ozone layer may be restored in decades, UN report says

A global agreement in 1987 to ban chemicals harming the ozone layer is working, scientists say.

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Brazil protests: Artwork suffers damage beyond repair

Brazil mourns the loss of key parts of its artistic collection damaged by rioters.

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Lützerath: German coal mine stand off amid Ukraine war energy crunch

Activists and police are facing off in Lützerath, where diggers plan to expand a giant coal mine.

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Brazil ex-president's supporters smash top court's windows

The moment supporters of Brazil's far-right former President Jair Bolsonaro storm the Supreme Court.

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Brazilian police fire tear gas at Bolsonaro supporters

Thousands of supporters of Brazil's ex-president have stormed official buildings in Brasilia.

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Inside Brazil's stormed presidential palace

Bolsonaro supporters wearing Brazilian colours wave flags and cheer after invading the building.

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Himachal Pradesh: Thousands despair as India Adani plants shut down

Many locals in India's Himachal Pradesh state say that they have lost their only source of income.

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Damar Hamlin: Buffalo Bills make stirring pre-match display in support of safety

The Buffalo Bills make an emotional show of support for Damar Hamlin in their first NFL game since the safety suffered a cardiac arrest on the field.

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Newport News: Condition of teacher shot by child improving

Abby Zwerner suffered life-threatening injuries after being shot by a six-year-old student on Friday.

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Flight PS752: Families of victims met with harassment from Iran

Canadian intelligence is probing "hostile state actors" who are intimidating Iranian dissidents.

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Ukraine war: The ceasefire that never happened

Shellfire and attacks have taken place in the town of Bakhmut on Orthodox Christmas, despite ceasefire claims.

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Black Star Line: 50,000 descend on Ghana for diaspora festival

The Black Star Line Festival concluded on Saturday with a festival featuring international stars.

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Nigerian schools: Flogged for speaking my mother tongue

Nigeria wants local languages to replace English in primary education, but some say it's not practical.

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Sam Mendes: Gender-neutral Oscars 'inevitable'

The film director tells Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg he has "total sympathy" with the idea.

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In pictures: Orthodox Christians around the world mark Christmas

Some 200 million people are marking the holiday, one of the most important dates in the faith.

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What has Kevin McCarthy given up, and at what price?

The would-be Speaker has offered guarantees to the rebels. But every concession comes with a cost.

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Week in pictures: 31 December 2022 - 6 January 2023

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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Real Housewives star Jen Shah sentenced to over six years in prison

Jen Shah pleaded guilty in July for her role in a telemarketing fraud that targeted vulnerable people.

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Driver crashes and flips vehicle inside US drive-through car wash

The 77-year-old driver was trapped for 90 minutes before he was rescued.

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McDonald's leaves Kazakhstan over supply shortages

It is understood access to certain products has become difficult due to sanctions against Russia.

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California hit with record-breaking rain and flooding

Northern California is facing an atmospheric river bringing heavy wind, rain and flooding.

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Kevin McCarthy loses historic 11th vote for US House Speaker

The deadlock will continue into a fourth day, since no business can go ahead until a speaker is picked.

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Tunisha Sharma: The Indian actress whose death set off a storm

Tunisha Sharma's suspected suicide and the subsequent arrest of her ex have trigged a media frenzy.

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Israel and Palestinians in holy site war of words

UN envoys trade verbal shots after an Israeli minister's controversial visit to a disputed holy site.

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William and Harry: Royal brothers through the years

From birth, the royal brother's lives have been closely watched from around the world.

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President Biden's message to migrants attempting to cross US border

President Biden warns migrants as he announces a new plan to tackle the border crisis.

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Why this congressman is using Superman comic for swearing-in

When Robert Garcia is sworn in to Congress, he will have a vintage Superman comic with him.

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All The Beauty and the Bloodshed film explores Sackler scandal

A documentary about the Nan Goldin-led protests against the Sackler family aims for more award glory.

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Ros Atkins on... How Ukraine’s deadly New Year attack unfolded

A Ukrainian missile attack killed dozens of Russian conscripts in Makiivka.

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California declares emergency as massive storm slams into coast

The storm is expected to bring deadly flooding, landsides, and power outages affecting millions.

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Makiivka attack: Could mobile phones have revealed Russian location?

Russia says mobile phone signals gave their troops' position away before a Ukrainian attack.

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Ghana fishing: Abuse, corruption and death on Chinese vessels

Ghanaian fishermen have told the BBC of widespread abuse on Chinese fishing vessels.

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Jeremy Renner: Avengers actor thanks fans after being run over by snow plough

The Avengers star was run over by his own snow plough, the local sheriff said in a press conference.

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Makiivka: Russia blames missile attack on troops' phone use

Russia now says 89 soldiers were killed in the attack in Makiivka, in the occupied Donetsk region.

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Microsoft recognises first labour union in US

Quality assurance workers at the video production company ZeniMax studios agreed to form a labour union.

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Idaho suspect agrees to extradition to face murder charges - lots of questions remain

Bryan Kohberger agrees to extradition but police have not released details of how they caught him.

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Gunman who smoke bombed subway pleads guilty to terrorism

Frank James, 63, was charged with 10 counts of terrorism, one for each person shot.

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Sam Bankman-Fried pleads not guilty to fraud

'King of Crypto' Sam Bankman-Fried could face more than 100 years in prison if convicted.

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César film awards ban nominees investigated for sexual violence

The César Awards brings in the rule after fears there could be protests at the event next month.

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North Korea: What we can expect from Kim Jong-un in 2023

Tensions soared as Pyongyang tested a record number of missiles in 2022 - what comes next?

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Russia's war drains Ukraine's rich list of power

Ukraine's billionaire oligarchs have lost money and influence because of the war.

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Ancient Egyptian 'Green Coffin' returned to Cairo by US

The brightly painted wooden sarcophagus was smuggled to the US by a global art trafficking network.

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Australia helicopter collision: Four dead in mid-air incident over Gold Coast

Four people were killed and a woman and two young boys are in critical condition.

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Dozens escape Mexican jail in deadly attack

Suspected members of a drug cartel pull up in armoured vehicles and open fire on prison guards.

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Dubai scraps 30% alcohol tax and licence fee in apparent bid to boost tourism

It will also stop charging for personal alcohol licences - something anyone who intends to drink needs to carry.

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Russia-Ukraine war: Drone attacks continue on Kyiv and eastern Ukraine

Air raid sirens sounded shortly before midnight as the latest in a wave of attacks by Russia over the New Year period began.

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Surfer creates island eco-haven with ancient knowhow

How the purchase of a plot of land on Panama's coast set a surfer on a journey towards reforestation.

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Crowds celebrate in Brazil as Lula sworn in as president

Brazil's new president travelled in an open-topped car and waved to people lining the streets.

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Ukraine war: Putin should face trial this year, says top lawyer

Russia's leader is a "guilty man", says the barrister who led the case against Serbia's ex-leader Milosevic.

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Sound Of 2023: Earthquaking soul band Gabriels tipped for success

The soul-quaking sounds of Gabriels have earned the band fifth place in Radio 1's Sound Of 2023 list.

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Ukraine war: Ballerinas fight culture war against Russia

The United Ukrainian Ballet represent the country's cultural frontline against the Russian invasion.

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Love at first fight: The re-enactors who find romance

Who needs online dating apps when you can meet eligible partners at the tip of a sword?

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The sermon that became Amazing Grace

The hymn Amazing Grace started life as a sermon written by a former slave ship captain.

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Grammy-winning singer Anita Pointer dies aged 74

She was a member of the Pointer Sisters, the 70s band whose hits included Jump (For My Love) and Fire.

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