Ukraine war: 'Children die' in new missile attack on Kyiv

Officials in Ukraine's capital say two children and an adult were killed in an overnight attack.

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Nigeria's fuel subsidy: How the new president has shocked the nation

Bola Tinubu has picked his first big fight with trade unions by deciding to scrap fuel subsidies.

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AI: War crimes evidence erased by social media platforms

Footage of potential human rights abuses may be lost after platforms delete it, the BBC has found.

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US actor Danny Masterson found guilty on two rape counts

Three women said the actor sexually assaulted them at his Hollywood home between 2001-03.

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Amazon to pay $30m over Alexa and Ring privacy violations

It will also pay out after allowing employees of its Ring doorbell system access to customer recordings.

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Yugoslav war: UN increases sentence on two Serbian war criminals

Jovica Stanišic and Franko Simatovic trained death squads accused of ethnic cleansing, the Hague says.

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Using pig fat as green jet fuel will hurt planet, experts warn

Animal by-products being used for aviation fuel could increase demand for palm oil, experts fear.

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Ben Roberts-Smith: How war hero's defamation case has rocked Australia

Ben Roberts-Smith denies killing Afghan civilians, in a case that's shone a light on elite soldier units.

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Elizabeth Holmes walks into Texas prison to start sentence

The Theranos founder was convicted on four counts of fraud linked to her failed blood testing start-up.

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See how police carefully freed a bear trapped inside a car

The careful operation required a long piece of rope to open the car door from a distance.

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Foxconn: iPhone maker hikes pay ahead of new model launch

Foxconn's move comes ahead of the expected launch of Apple's iPhone 15 later this year.

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Ukraine war: Russian air strikes target Kyiv for third night running

At least one death is reported and buildings are left burning in Ukraine's capital.

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Man prises crocodile's jaws off his head at Australian resort

The 51-year-old has a narrow escape from the animal while snorkelling off a luxury island.

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After the Tree of Life synagogue shooting, can a community heal?

The trial for the alleged perpetrator of the deadliest antisemitic attack in US history is set to begin.

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Lawmakers race to secure US debt deal votes as deadline looms

President Joe Biden says he "feels good" about the prospect of Congress passing the deal by 5 June.

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German police arrest stripper over toy gun

Frankfurt police say they took action after receiving reports about a man with an assault rifle.

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Abuduwaili Abudureheman: Hong Kong denies detaining Uyghur student

Abuduwaili Abudureheman was allegedly interrogated by police on arrival at Hong Kong airport.

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FTX: Singapore state fund Temasek cuts pay after failed investment

Last year, Temasek Holdings wrote off all of the $275m (£222.8m) it had invested in FTX.

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Sudan Darfur crisis: 'Everything civilians can use has been burned or destroyed'

Large-scale destruction caused by Arab militias in western Sudan is now visible from space.

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Turkey elections: What to expect from newly emboldened Erdogan

Voters in the strategic Nato country opted for a seasoned autocrat - rather than an untested democrat.

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Erdogan hails election victory but Turkey left divided

The president's supporters celebrate long into the night after he secures five more years in power.

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New parliament: PM Modi to inaugurate building amid opposition boycott

The new building is being inaugurated under the shadow of a boycott by major opposition parties.

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China's C919 passenger plane makes maiden flight

China hopes the C919 will end the dominance of Airbus and Boeing - but it relies on Western components.

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Mozambique cholera: Why outbreaks have sparked unrest

Misinformation about measures taken to tackle cholera outbreaks has led to violent protests.

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US debt ceiling: Negotiators agree a deal in principle, McCarthy says

The White House and the Republicans are now ironing out details of a bill to avert a massive default.

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Extinction Rebellion protest in Netherlands ends with 1,500 arrested

Officers used water cannon to try to disperse the crowds at the Extinction Rebellion protest

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ChatGPT: US lawyer admits using AI for case research

The lawyer told the judge he did not know content from the artificial intelligence could be false.

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Lionel Messi: Destiny - new documentary goes inside Argentina's World Cup win

A new BBC documentary tells the story of Argentina's 2022 World Cup win from the point of view of the players and manager.

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We're ready to retake our country - Ukraine security boss Oleksiy Danilov

Oleksiy Danilov says it would be "strange" to talk dates but that this was an "historic opportunity".

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Oleksiy Danilov interview: Ukraine counter-offensive 'ready to begin'

Oleksiy Danilov tells the BBC that Kyiv has an "historic opportunity" to strike a major blow to Russia.

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Powerball lottery winner faces lawsuit alleging ticket theft

Edwin Castro won the jackpot last November - but Jose Rivera claims he is the rightful winner.

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Erdogan and rival clash over refugees in desperate race for vote

The last hours of Turkey's presidential race turn sour as the candidates argue over refugees.

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IPL 2023: Who are India's next cricketing stars?

These players and their dazzling performances at the IPL make a case for their inclusion in India's national side.

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Precious cheetah cubs die in India national park

The cubs were the first to be born in the country 70 years after the animals were declared extinct here

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Twitter engineering boss quits after DeSantis launch hit by glitches

Ron DeSantis' launch of his White House presidential campaign was hit by technical problems.

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NY woman charged over threats after Club Q shooting

Sharon Robinson, 40, allegedly told one Colorado venue it would get “shot up like Club Q”.

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Neuralink: Elon Musk's brain chip firm says US approval won for human study

The billionaire's Neuralink implant company wants to help restore people's vision and mobility.

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Venezuela: 'I'm paid to tweet state propaganda'

The Venezuelan government is paying people to tweet in support of it.

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Aderrien Murry: Mississippi boy, 11, shot by officer after calling police

Aderrien Murry has been released from hospital and is recovering from his injuries.

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Tina Turner: Tributes paid to late Queen of Rock 'n' Roll

"A star whose light will never fade" - celebrities and fans react to the singer's death at 83.

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Silicon Valley Bank: 500 jobs cut by new owner First Citizens

The move comes two months after SVB's collapse triggered fears of a banking crisis.

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Dead fraudster mystery grips Australia

After a long inquiry, a judge has concluded many questions about Melissa Caddick's fate will go unanswered.

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Ron DeSantis Elon Musk interview: Twitter Spaces hosts Florida governor's 2024 launch

The Florida governor is considered Donald Trump's chief rival for the Republican nomination.

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Why Turkey's election is being closely followed in Africa

Whoever wins Sunday's Turkish presidential run-off cannot ignore the country's growing ties with Africa.

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Tina Turner: Music legend dies at 83

Her unmistakable voice on hits like The Best and What's Love Got to Do With It made her a superstar.

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Australia: Watch jewellery store heist by disguised gunmen

CCTV has captured two thieves armed with guns robbing an Australian jewellery store wearing what appear to be burkas.

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Target removes some LGBTQ products after threats

The company says the move is to protect its employees amid "confrontational behaviour" in some stores.

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US professor fired after machete threat to New York Post reporter

Shellyne Rodriguez is seen on video wielding a large knife at a reporter from the New York Post.

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Casey DeSantis: Who is the wife of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis?

The 42-year-old is expected to play a major role in her husband's campaign for the White House.

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South Africa load-shedding: The roots of Eskom's power problem

How corruption backed by a criminal network have led to South Africa's worst-ever power cuts.

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Ron DeSantis: Who is the Florida governor and White House contender?

The Ivy League-educated former naval officer is lauded by many on the right as a political rock star.

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Ukraine war: Nato watches Russian 'Zombies' in Estonia

In Estonia, pilots respond to Russian jets acting suspiciously at the alliance's northeast border.

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Sudan conflict: Air strikes and clashes as new ceasefire begins

A fresh seven-day truce is officially under way - though more hostilities have been reported in Khartoum and other cities.

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Ray Stevenson: Thor, Star Wars and Rome actor's career in pictures

Some of the most memorable snaps of the Star Wars, Thor and Rome actor - who has died aged 58.

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India wrestlers risk Olympic dream for '#MeToo' protest

India's best wrestlers worry they won't be in peak shape to qualify for the Olympics as they hold a protest.

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TikTok sues Montana to overturn first US state ban

The western state last week became the first in the US to ban the hugely-popular video platform.

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Writers pay protest interrupts Warner Bros CEO speech

David Zaslav was speaking a graduation ceremony for students at Boston University.

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G20: India hosts tourism meet in Kashmir amid tight security

Security has been beefed up in the disputed region as India hosts a three-day G20 tourism meet.

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Watch: Green flash as meteor blazes across sky in Australia

Residents in north-east Australia caught a glimpse of what scientists believe to be a meteor on Saturday night.

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China bans major chip maker Micron from key infrastructure projects

It is China's first major move against a US chip maker, as tensions increase between Beijing and Washington.

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Thousands mass for pro-EU rally in Moldovan capital, amid tensions with Russia

Moldovan President Maia Sandu is vying for EU member status, amid fears of a Russian-backed coup.

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How jokes and ringtones spurred birth control in India

For years, India has been teaching its people family planning in a unique way - through slogans.

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Zelensky: For today, Bakhmut is only in our hearts

The Ukrainian president said the eastern city had been completely destroyed after months of fighting.

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G7: Taking a stand against China's economic coercion

Worried of being held hostage economically by China, the G7 spells out its plan to escape.

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Bakhmut: Zelensky says city is destroyed as Russia claims victory

"It's a pity, it's a tragedy, but for today Bakhmut is only in our hearts," Ukraine's president says.

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Sudan conflict: Warring factions agree seven-day ceasefire, US says

US State Department urges military leaders to uphold agreement after past failed peace attempts.

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The school in an empty department store

How one US school found a clever solution when they had to quickly find a new home.

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Ukraine war: ICC 'undeterred' by arrest warrant for chief prosecutor

Russia placed ICC boss Karim Khan on a wanted list, after he issued an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin.

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British novelist Martin Amis dies aged 73

The influential author of Money and London Fields was one of the most celebrated writers of his generation.

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Turkey election: Why the world is watching the presidential race

Democracy, EU candidacy, and the fate of millions of Syrians are all on the ballot paper next week.

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Jim Brown: Legendary NFL running back dead at 87

The record-breaking running back became a Hollywood action hero and civil rights activist.

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Week in pictures: 13-19 May 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

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US debt ceiling: Republicans hit 'pause' on negotiations for now

The lead Republican negotiator walks out of a closed-door meeting with White House representatives.

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How West Ham's night of glory turned ugly... in 85 seconds

Players confronted AZ Alkmaar fans in chaotic scenes after the friends and family area was attacked.

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Outcry as Australian police taser 95-year-old woman

The elderly care home resident is not expected to survive the incident, a family friend says.

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Chrisann Pereira: How a Bollywood actress was framed as a drug mule

Chrisann Pereira flew to Sharjah for an audition, but landed straight into a nightmare.

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El Salvador gangs: Mass arrests bring calm but at what price?

More than 66,000 people have been arrested since a state of exception was introduced a year ago.

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Pastor Mackenzie's Kenyan cult: The mother who fled Shakahola forest to save her children

A mother-of-five tells the BBC how she escaped a Kenyan doomsday cult where at least 200 people died.

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G7 summit: Why there are eight more seats at the table this year

The BBC unpacks the guest list for this year's summit - who is on it, who is missing and why?

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'We are selling a product that we hope gets discontinued'

The firms aiming to help eradicate invasive species by making commercial use of them.

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FBI charges man with stealing Dorothy's The Wizard of Oz slippers

It took more than three clicks of Dorothy's heels to solve the theft of her ruby-red shoes 18 years ago.

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Ukraine war: Boy of 5 among civilians killed in shelling

Reports say eight people died and 17 were injured in heavy shelling in the war-torn south and east.

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Ukraine: The Mariupol steel workers longing for home

Mariupol's former Azovstal workers yearn for their old lives in the now Russian-held city.

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Meghan and Prince Harry looked nervous, says New York taxi driver

"I think they were being chased the whole day or something," says New Yorker Sonny Singh.

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Serbians hand in guns and question culture of violence after two shootings

Back-to-back attacks prompt a gun amnesty and fears among some that the country is becoming more like the US.

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North Carolina upholds 12-week abortion ban

Republicans overturn the governor's veto of their bill, prompting chants of "shame" from onlookers.

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Police inquiry after used condoms sent to 65 women

The victims all attended the same private school and are part of a targeted attack, police say.

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Record inflation: Five ways Argentines try to cope

With inflation above 100%, Argentines have devised a number of strategies to deal with the crisis.

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Delhi Metro: India's uneasy relation with public gestures of love

A viral video of a couple kissing in a train has sparked a debate about public display of affection in India.

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Biden G7: President to cut short foreign trip for debt ceiling talks

Joe Biden will head home after a G7 meeting in Japan for talks with congressional leaders in the US.

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Asante King asks British Museum to return gold to Ghana

Asante King met with the British Museum's director on a recent visit to London.

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IPL: The remarkable reinvention of cricket legend MS Dhoni at 41

MS Dhoni has successfully transformed himself into a formidable lower-order batsman for his IPL team.

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Rudy Giuliani accused of sexual harassment by ex-employee

Donald Trump's former lawyer is accused of coercing an ex-employee into sex in a $10m civil case.

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Thailand elections: Move Forward looks to make history

A young, progressive party won more seats than any other. Will the senate and courts let them govern?

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Durham report finds FBI probe into Trump-Russia ties was flawed

Special Counsel John Durham was looking into alleged wrongdoing by the FBI.

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New Zealand hostel fire: At least six dead and more missing in Wellington

Wellington fire commander Nick Pyatt says the blaze is the city's "worst nightmare".

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Cambodia: Opposition Candlelight Party barred from July vote

The move means long-time leader Hun Sen will again face no real competition in July's election.

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The man who wants to radically reform Thailand's politics

Pita Limjaroenrat was surrounded by supporters who handed him gifts in front of swathes of cameras.

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China sentences 78-year-old US citizen to life in prison for spying

John Shing-Wan Leung, who is a permanent resident in Hong Kong, is given a life sentence.

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Vice and Motherboard owner files for bankruptcy

Vice Media Group, which was once valued at $5.7bn, is set to be sold but will keep operating.

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Turkey's Erdogan appears to have upper hand after tense night

Turkey's president tells crowds he will win five more years in power, but the margin is tight.

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Should social media face-altering filters be regulated?

With photo manipulation technology now extending to videos some want authorities to intervene.

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The daring riders of India's 'well of death'

The drivers defy gravity to ride their bikes and cars inside a giant wooden barrel to entertain people.

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Thailand elections: Polls open with Thaksin's daughter as frontrunner

Voting begins with Paetongtarn Shinawatra promising an end to conservative, military-backed rule.

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Ukraine war: Russians in Germany split over Putin's invasion

Many Germany-based Russians are repeating Kremlin disinformation about the invasion of Ukraine.

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Ukraine Eurovision act's city Ternopil attacked before performance

Ternopil was hit by Russian missiles before Tvorchi took to the stage in Liverpool, reports say.

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Sudan crisis: Sudanese singer Shaden Gardood killed in crossfire

Shaden Gardood, 37, died one day after Sudan's warring parties signed a deal to protect civilians.

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Israel and Gaza militants agree ceasefire - Palestinian sources

The ceasefire between Israel and PIJ militants will begin at 19:00 GMT on Saturday, reports say.

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Papua New Guinea minister quits over luxury Coronation trip controversy

Papua New Guinea's foreign minister called critics of his daughter's TikTok "primitive animals".

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Turkish opposition dares to dream of Erdogan defeat

President Erdogan, who says he has kept Turkey standing tall, faces a united opposition in Sunday's vote.

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Kenyan farmer: 'I'm afraid that elephants will kill me'

Prolonged drought in southern Kenya has led the giant mammals to encroach on farms to find food.

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Sudan conflict: Grandmother died trapped by fighting in Khartoum

Alaweya Reshwan died alone at home in Khartoum, trapped by the fighting that is tearing Sudan apart.

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Pakistan shut down the internet - but that didn't stop the protests

Millions were plunged offline after Imran Khan's arrest but the blackout hasn't stopped protests.

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17-year-old Honduran migrant dies in US custody

The Honduran foreign affairs office said Ángel Eduardo Maradiaga Espinoza died at a Florida facility

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Australia approves first new coal mine

The government came to power a year ago promising greater action on climate change.

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Thailand election: The party they can't stop winning

The opposition Pheu Thai party looks set to win most seats after nearly a decade of military-backed rule.

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Africa's week in pictures: 5-11 May 2023

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

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Russia denies advances by Ukrainian forces along front line

Pro-Russian sources say Kyiv's forces have made advances on the front line in east Ukraine.

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Elon Musk says he has appointed new Twitter boss

The billionaire has been under pressure to name someone else to lead the company and focus on his other firms.

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Jailed Dutchman Joran van der Sloot to be extradited from Peru to US

Jailed in Peru, Van der Sloot faces extortion charges related to US teen Natalee Holloway's disappearance.

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Confectionery firms try to sugar coat price rises

Makers of sweets and chocolates are aiming to shield customers from their higher costs.

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Kambo: Australia investigates suspected frog mucus deaths

Authorities believe shamanic rituals played a role in the deaths of Natasha Lechner and Jarrad Antonovich.

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Israeli air strike kills missile commander in Gaza

A pre-dawn air strike kills a top Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander and one other person.

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House Republicans release probe into Biden family finances

A congressional report lists foreign payments to the president's family. The White House calls it "innuendo".

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Texas braces for worst as migrant rule change looms

US officials say disinformation spread by smugglers is fuelling a surge of migrants on the border.

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Italian mafia: Police arrest 61 suspected 'Ndrangheta in widespread raids

The sting was part of a wider operation to crack down on crimes including fraud and drug-trafficking.

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Nigeria Benin Bronzes: Buhari declaration 'blindsides' museum officials

Nigeria's president says all Bronzes belong to the Oba of Benin throwing return deals into confusion.

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Eurovision Q&A: Who the hell are Teya and Salena?

The Austrian duo are among this year's favourites, with a song about being possessed by a dead poet.

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Cheng Lei: 1,000 days imprisoned in China for an unknown reason

Australian journalist Cheng Lei's partner tells the BBC he hopes for an end to her "awful situation".

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Briton pleads guilty in US to 2020 Twitter hack

It was probably the most high-profile hack in social media history, hitting dozens of famous accounts.

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E Jean Carroll: Jury finds Trump sexually abused writer in NY department store

It is the first time Mr Trump has been found legally responsible for a sexual assault.

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Turkey elections: Aftershocks of anger and grief in the quake-hit nation

On the ruined streets, some blame the president while others tell the BBC the disaster was unavoidable.

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Ukraine war: Jet pilots talk about the air war with Russia

Ukrainian and Russian pilots are fighting to control the skies. Could Western jets change the war?

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Deaths raise fresh fears over cow vigilantism in India

The deaths of three Muslim men within weeks brought calls for police to punish Hindu vigilantes.

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Meet Melanie and Chayse: The disabled woman and her sex worker

Aged 43, Melanie decided to book an escort and experience sex for the first time.

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Is Congress playing a high stakes game of political chicken?

The US is at the risk of actually hitting its debt limit and causing a global economic catastrophe.

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Jury hears closing remarks in Donald Trump civil rape case

Writer E Jean Carroll is accusing Donald Trump of assaulting her in the mid-90s, which he denies.

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Three children among victims of Allen mall shooting in Texas

More details are emerging about the victims of Saturday's deadly shooting at an outdoor mall in Allen.

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St Kitts and Nevis is not totally free under King Charles III, says PM

Prime Minister Terrance Drew tells the BBC he will ask the people about making the country a republic.

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India Kerala: At least 21 dead as boat capsizes

The death toll is expected to rise as rescuers pull the vessel out of shallow, muddy waters.

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Sudan crisis: Mediators over a barrel in mission to end fighting

The dilemma for those trying to bring peace to Sudan and why it will be so hard to end the fighting.

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Thailand election: The young radicals shaking up politics

A slate of young, idealistic candidates hope for a sea change in this election.

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Sudan fighting: Student engineer electrocuted fixing power in Darfur clinic

He was among volunteers who had reopened a medical facility that had shut amid clashes and looting.

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DR Congo floods: Digging through mud to find relatives

Nearly 400 bodies have been retrieved following floods and landslides that hit two villages last week.

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Texas shooting: People flee as gunshots are heard at mall

A gunman opened fire at a shopping mall in Allen, Texas, killing eight people.

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Canadian province of Alberta declares wildfire emergency

More than 100 wildfires rage in the western province of Alberta and 25,000 people are evacuated.

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At least nine injured in shooting at Allen, Texas mall

Police are so far unable to confirm how many people may have died after a gunman opened fire on shoppers.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'three colours'

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

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Habib Chaab: Iran executes Swedish-Iranian for alleged terrorism

Habib Chaab was a founder of a group calling for independence for ethnic Arabs in Khuzestan province.

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Fire rages at Shell chemical plant in Texas

Huge plumes of black smoke billowed into the sky - reports say a blast caused the fire at Deer Park.

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Mexico claims proof of Chinese fentanyl smuggling

President López Obrador says he wants China to help fight the deadly opioid ravaging the US.

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Daniel Penny: Ex-Marine defends NYC subway chokehold

Lawyers for Daniel Penny say he and other passengers acted in self-defence when they restrained Jordan Neely.

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Their plane went down - how this WW2 Canada crew survived

Eighty years after their plane crashed, the story of a Halifax bomber crew is finally being told.

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Week in pictures: 29 April - 5 May 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken in the past seven days.

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Serie A: Fans ecstatic after Napoli’s first win in 33 years

Fireworks and flares were set off across the city after Napoli’s first Serie A title in 33 years.

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The journalists imprisoned for reporting the death that shook Iran

Niloufar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi were detained after they broke the news of Mahsa Amini’s death.

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Polarised politics are tearing Pakistan apart

Amid unprecedented crisis, Pakistan's leaders are locked in a power struggle. What will happen?

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Ukraine: Drone shot down over Kyiv burns through sky

The drone was Ukrainian and downed by the country's own forces after it reportedly lost control.

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Udinese 1-1 Napoli: Southern Italian team wins Serie A title for first time in 33 years

Napoli win their first Serie A title for 33 years as they draw with Udinese at Dacia Arena to spark jubilant celebrations back in Naples.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky in The Hague as fresh blasts rock Kyiv

The Ukrainian president is in western Europe amid speculation over Wednesday's drone attack on the Kremlin.

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Why black bears love dumpster diving

Experts say garbage containers with food are an ideal spot for bears who eat just about anything.

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Katty Kay meets the would-be queen of Italy

All eyes are on Vittoria di Savoia, the first female heir to the Italian crown in a millennium.

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US regulator says Meta putting child users at risk

The Federal Trade Commission says it wants to stop Facebook's owner from making money out of children.

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Ukraine war: How old tech is helping Ukraine avoid detection

Ukrainian troops preparing for a major offensive use a wind-up phone to stop the enemy listening in.

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Ros Atkins on... the Russian videos appearing to show Kremlin drone attack

The BBC’s Analysis Editor looks at the footage circulating on Russian social media.

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Laos activist Anousa Luangsuphom killed in 'brazen' public shooting

The 25-year-old had run a popular Facebook page where people aired views critical of the authorities.

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India's Go First cancels flights after bankruptcy

The country's fourth largest carrier blames US engine maker Pratt & Whitney for its problems.

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US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy recounts bout of profound loneliness

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy tells of his struggle with isolation, likened to the danger of smoking.

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Suspect in Texas neighbour shooting arrested - reports

Francisco Oropesa, 38, is reportedly arrested in the town of Cut and Shoot, Texas, after a manhunt.

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US senator appears topless during Zoom vote

Republican lawmaker Calvin Bahr casts a vote at a legislative meeting streamed live on YouTube.

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Kosovo and Serbia agree to help find war's missing

More than 1,600 are still missing more than 20 years after the period of ethnic violence ended.

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Vanessa Hudson: Qantas appoints first female CEO as Alan Joyce steps down

Current financial chief and airline veteran Vanessa Hudson will take on the top job in November.

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Two hospitals broke law by denying abortion - US health officials

Hospitals that refused life-saving care during an emergency broke federal rules, health officials say.

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Kenya starvation cult: 'My wife and six children followed Pastor Mackenzie'

Kenyans are trying to fathom why more than 100 people starved to death in an isolated camp.

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