Kim Jong-un: North Korea to focus on economy in 2022

Kim Jong-un says the faltering economy will be the national priority as he marks 10 years in power.

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India: At least 12 dead in New Year temple stampede

Pilgrims were visiting the shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi to mark the new year when the tragedy unfolded.

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Colorado wildfires: Woman says families in her neighbourhood lost everything

A woman who had to evacuate her home in Louisville with her family speaks to the BBC.

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South Africa prepares to bury Archbishop Desmond Tutu

The funeral for Tutu, who helped end apartheid in South Africa, will take place on Saturday.

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Colorado: Residents return following devastating fire

Tens of thousands of people in Boulder County were forced to flee their homes on Thursday.

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Year in tech: The stories making headlines in 2021

From the metaverse to NFTs and everything in-between, what's made the news in tech this year?

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The Corozal: Scottish dredger that helped build the Panama Canal

Museum staff unearthed the story of a Scottish dredger involved in constructing the famous trading route.

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2021 viral videos: The social media moments India celebrated

From the 'pawri' girl to the tiny Covid warrior, here are the social media moments India celebrated.

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The 'heartbreakingly beautiful' art of Laurie Anderson

The pioneering artist speaks about her new exhibit, which blends painting, film, music and writing.

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Why Chinese stand-up comedians are turning to English

Alex Shi says her comedy comes from her Chinese heritage but she feels more comfortable performing in a foreign language.

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Cape Verde: Drone delivers medical supplies to remote islands

Computer scientist Erico Pinheiro has invented a drone system to deliver medical supplies to the remote communities of his island nation Cape Verde.

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Africa Cup of Nations: Tournament is being 'disrespected', says former England striker Ian Wright

The Africa Cup of Nations is being "disrespected" by some negative media coverage, says former England striker Ian Wright.

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Virginia Confederate monuments likely headed to black history museum

A black history museum and culture centre in Richmond may soon receive the controversial memorials.

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Tesla to recall 475,000 cars in the US

The number of cars being recalled is nearly equivalent to the firm's global deliveries last year.

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Elon Musk rejects claim he is hogging space

His comments come after China complained to the United Nations about his internet satellite project.

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What does future warfare look like? It's here already

There's one area where the West is falling dangerously behind Russia and China - hypersonic missiles.

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Who is Ghislaine Maxwell? The downfall of a favourite daughter

How Ghislaine Maxwell went from being the toast of high society to a convicted sex trafficker.

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15 films to look out for in the Oscars race

With the gong-giving season picking up steam, we look at the possible nominees for the big awards.

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What went wrong with vaccinating the world?

Why developed countries have a surplus of vaccines while low-income ones are still struggling to battle Covid.

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Syntropic agriculture: A new way of farming in dry climates?

Ernst Gotsch's method of agriculture increases, rather than decreases, biodiversity and wildlife.

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Covid: US and France report record daily case rises

However, US officials said it was possible the figures were an overestimate due to reporting delays.

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Stand News: Police arrest six from Hong Kong independent news outlet

The six staff members were arrested on charges of "conspiracy to publish a seditious publication".

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John Madden: Legendary NFL coach and commentator dies at 85

John Madden, the much-loved American football coach and commentator, has died aged 85.

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Boeing 737 Max: Indonesia lifts ban after 2018 Lion Air crash

The announcement came just a day after Ethiopian Airlines said it would resume 737 Max flights.

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Why Mauritius is losing its seashells

The beaches of the Indian Ocean island seem bereft of the beautiful shells popular with tourists.

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Biodiversity: The tale of the 'un-extinct' fish

A Mexican fish species has been "brought back from extinction" after a decades-long rescue mission.

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Music preview 2022: The biggest releases, tours and films

What will Britney do now she's free of her conservatorship, and who's releasing new music in 2022?

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The mystery of the home where the Queen was born

Where was the original site of the house where the Queen was born? And was it bombed in the war?

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Fighting to learn in Venezuela

Despite the country's continuing economic crisis, both pupils and teachers are determined to continue with schooling.

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Paing Takhon: Myanmar celebrity gets three years in jail for mass protests

Paing Takhon, who has millions of fans, took part in protests against a military coup.

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Australia: Hundreds given false Covid results in Sydney lab error

At least 886 people were told they did not have Covid, when they in fact had tested positive.

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Elon Musk criticised after China space complaint to UN

The SpaceX boss was attacked on Chinese social media after the complaint was made public.

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Covid: US halves isolation time for asymptomatic infection

The Centres for Disease Control (CDC) recommends five days isolation for asymptomatic Covid cases.

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Ashes: Australia thrash feeble England to retain Ashes at Melbourne

England surrender the Ashes on the morning of the third day of the third Test as Australia crush them by an innings and 14 runs at the MCG.

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‘The doctors came and I had to tell my father he was dying’

Is it always appropriate for relatives to interpret for deaf loved ones?

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Crocodiles turn on humans amid Iran water crisis

The creatures are attacking as their habitats shrink, a grim side-effect of Iran's water shortages.

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The African nation aiming to be a hydrogen superpower

Namibia wants to use its abundance of sunshine and wind power to make and export hydrogen.

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What a Greek tragedy teaches us about modern migration

A production of Antigone seeks to overturn prejudices about Africans arriving in Sicily.

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83 movie: Reliving India’s epic cricket triumph

A Bollywood ode to India's 1983 cricket world cup win recreates one of the greatest upsets in sports history.

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Afghanistan: Children in Kabul working for a piece of bread

More and more Afghan children are having to work to support their families, amidst an economic collapse.

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Climate change: Huge toll of extreme weather disasters in 2021

Floods and storms connected to rising temperatures have had a huge impact on people worldwide.

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Spider-Man: No Way Home becomes first pandemic-era film to top $1bn

It beat Chinese Korean War epic The Battle of Lake Changjin to be the highest grossing film of 2021.

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Roe v Wade US abortion rights lawyer Sarah Weddington dies

Sarah Weddington won the landmark 1973 US Supreme Court case that legalised abortions in the US.

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Demi Skipper plans to keep trading after hairpin-to-house swap

TikToker Demi Skipper made headlines this month when she successfully traded items until she got a house.

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Why I'm proud to be black and Jewish

Black and Jewish journalist Nadine Batchelor-Hunt travels to Israel to meet the Ethiopian community and explore this dual identity.

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Fear and loathing in South Africa where foreigners live in danger

Foreigners in South Africa tell photographer Shiraaz Mohamed how they cope with xenophobia and crime.

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Scott Marsh: Viral and controversial art of 'Australia's Banksy'

He uses quintessential Australian larrikinism to skewer politicians, climate sceptics and others.

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How this clip restored one man's dream of being a pilot

The story behind a face mask clip that restored a young man's dream of being a pilot.

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India's unwinnable battle against spitting

The pandemic briefly renewed efforts to curb an infamous Indian habit - spitting in public.

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My art channels the pain from Ethiopia's war

US-based Tigrayan artist Gabrielle Tesfaye uses her work to share her feelings over the civil war.

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Surfer killed in apparent shark attack in California

Beachgoers in Morro Bay area are ordered to stay out of the water after an accident on Christmas Eve.

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Israeli 'psychic' Uri Geller still baffling fans at 75

Now wowing visitors at his museum, the famous spoon bender recalls his rise from poverty to stardom.

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Love story sends TV fans in search of idyllic Alps

Crash Landing On You has been a big hit and now fans are travelling to the filming locations.

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Letter from Africa: Why Kenya's taxman is eyeing social media

Socialites are becoming wary of what they post online in case Kenya's revenue authority comes calling.

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The Chinese mother backing bigger families

Chen Ting is a mother of three and businesswoman who encourages other women to have more children.

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Why a former oil executive is capping abandoned wells

Around the US, an estimated three million oil wells have been abandoned. They're more dangerous than we think.

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Wife Geeta Basra's Heartwarming Post On Harbhajan Singh's Retirement

Geeta Basra, wife of former cricketer Harbhajan Singh, shared an emotional and a touching message on Twitter, where she congratulated his husband on a successful cricketing career.

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Vijay Hazare Trophy Final: Tamil Nadu Firm Favourites vs Resurgent HP

Formidable Tamil Nadu will start as overwhelming favourites against rank outsiders Himachal Pradesh, eyeing their maiden title, when the two teams lock horns in the Vijay Hazare Trophy summit clash on...

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Shahid Afridi Reveals Why Shaheen Called Him Before Ind-Pak T20 WC Clash

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi revealed that star pacer Shaheen Afridi had called him prior to the T20 World Cup game against India.

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"One Of Those Players That...": Rahul Dravid Speaks About Virat Kohli

Rahul Dravid, in a video posted on BCCI.tv, spoke candidly about Virat Kohli's growth as a cricketer, saying he's one of those players that "keeps evolving and keeps pushing himself".

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No Dull Moment When Harbhajan Singh Was Around: Mohammad Kaif

Former India batter Mohammad Kaif on Saturday congratulated Harbhajan Singh on a wonderful career, saying there was never a dull moment when the spinner was around the dressing room.

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Tendulkar, Ronaldo And Other Sports Stars Extend Christmas Greetings

As the world celebrates Christmas on Saturday, December 25, several sports personalities took to social media to wish their fans and followers.

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ICYMI: Christmas moments you may have missed from around the globe

A New York neighbourhood going all out for the holidays and other stories you may have missed this week.

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Covid: US airlines scrap hundreds of flights amid Omicron surge

Airlines say they are experiencing Covid-related staffing shortages over the busy Christmas period.

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In pictures: World celebrates Christmas

For the second year running, fewer people are attending festive events because of the Covid outbreak.

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SA urges halt to Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison cell key auction

Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first black president, spent 18 years in a tiny cell on Robben Island.

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Climate change: Lapland reindeer gone astray in search for food

Herders are struggling to find thousands of reindeer that have run away in search of food.

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No time for war: Russians see no chance of conflict

With rhetoric becoming harsh and fears of an invasion growing, Muscovites give their views on the crisis.

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Art: 'People amazed I fold paper for a living, then they see it'

Artist Polly Verity loves the look and feel of paper and has been "lost in its landscape" for years.

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Climate change: Small army of volunteers keeping deniers off Wikipedia

A group of editors is working tirelessly to keep bad climate info off the user-generated encyclopaedia.

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Murray Head: 'Unsung at home, but a hero in France'

Murray Head is all but forgotten in the UK, but in his adopted home France he ranks among the greats.

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Switzerland's wolves get too close for comfort

Alpine villages say the animals have started approaching children and they need to fend them off.

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Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 December 2021

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

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James Webb Space Telescope: How does it work?

The telescope has been 30 years in the making and is nearly ready to launch, but what makes it so special?

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Georgia: The rise of the right

LGBT activists cancelled Tbilisi Pride this year after violence from far-right protesters.

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Philadelphia congresswoman carjacked at gunpoint in broad daylight

The lawmaker's government phone and ID were among belongings that were also snatched.

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Australia settles lawsuit over welfare scheme criticised as racist

Aboriginal communities said a welfare scheme criticised as "modern-day slavery" had increased poverty.

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Gay Santa ad highlights big shift in Norwegian society

The ad showing Father Christmas kissing a man highlights 50 years of changes in Norwegian LGBT rights.

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Kashmir fury at India's plan to redraw voting map

Kashmiris fear India's draft proposal to redraw constituency lines will limit their choice of leader.

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Is this the world's largest virtual fashion show?

Asia's biggest metaverse - an intricate world populated by young women shopping for avatar outfits.

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How this iconic Manhattan newsstand survived the Covid pandemic

Since 1994, Casa Magazines in New York City has carried almost 3,000 unique magazine titles.

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McDonald's faces a French fries shortage in Japan

The firm's potato deliveries from North America are being delayed due to supply chain disruptions.

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Mother seals recognise pup's voice at two days old

Elephant seal mums can distinguish their own offspring at just two days old, research shows.

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Gaming disorder: Inside the clinic helping addicted teens

BBC News has exclusive access to the UK's only facility for video game addiction.

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Kerala school uniform: Why some Muslim groups are protesting

Muslim groups in India's Kerala state protest after a government school allows girls to wear trousers.

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The Maasai TikTokers wowing Bollywood fans

Tanzanian siblings Kili and Neema Paul lip sync perfectly in Hindi, accruing millions of followers.

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Saving Kyrgyzstan reindeer from brink of extinction

Kyrgyzstan used to be home to thousands of reindeer but now there are as few as 400 left.

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Perfectly preserved dinosaur embryo found in China

Researchers say the fossil is at least 66 million years old and was about to hatch just like a chicken.

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Hong Kong election: China rejects democracy concerns from West

The US, Britain and others had criticised the tightly-controlled vote for "eroding democracy".

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Abducted Haiti missionaries describe daring escape

The group, including children, navigated by the stars as they trekked through the bush to freedom.

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Omicron: South African scientists probe link between variants and untreated HIV

Covid variants may be mutating inside people with suppressed immunity.

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Indian Christians fear attacks or jail over conversions

Christians in Karnataka state say attacks against them have grown ahead of a new anti-conversion law.

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Berlusconi seeks comeback role as Italian president

Despite the scandals and a tax fraud conviction, Italy's most colourful ex-PM could be head of state.

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How Covid deepened America's teacher shortages

Classrooms across the US have been emptied of educators - and the pandemic has made it worse.

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WHO urges cancelling some holiday events over Omicron fears

"An event cancelled is better than a life cancelled," warns the World Health Organization's head.

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Saudi-led coalition forces target Yemeni airport in air strike

Saudi state media claimed that UN aid workers were warned to leave the airport ahead of the strike.

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Covid: An event cancelled is better than a life cancelled - WHO chief

The head of the World Health Organization calls for "difficult decisions" to be made over festive plans.

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The world’s first octopus farm - should it go ahead?

The world’s first commercial octopus farm is closer to becoming reality - but scientists are up in arms.

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The robot chefs that can cook your Christmas dinner

If you fancy not having to do the cooking on 25 December then a robotic chef might be the solution.

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Algeria and a question of identity: Who counts as African?

North Africans love the Cup of Nation but for some, their African identity is open to question.

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Covid-19: Can freebies tempt Indians to get vaccinated?

Some Indian states have offered unusual vaccine incentives, but experts say this may not be enough.

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Myanmar: BBC investigates military's mass killings

Eyewitnesses and survivors say that soldiers rounded up villagers before separating the men and killing them.

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What is the metaverse?

From virtual versions of ourselves to augmented reality, we break down what the metaverse is.

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Leftist Gabriel Boric wins Chile presidential election

His far-right rival José Antonio Kast conceded defeat less than 90 minutes after polls closed on Sunday.

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Iran execution of Heidar Ghorbani sparks rare anti-government protest

The death sentence handed to Kurdish man Heidar Ghorbani was viewed by rights groups as political.

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Wagner Group: Why the EU is alarmed by Russian mercenaries in Central Africa

The shadowy Russian mercenary group, allegedly linked to the Kremlin, has been accused of rights abuses.

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Migrant crossings: More than 900 cross Channel in two days

Nearly 28,000 people have now crossed from France to England in small boats this year.

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Covid: French ski season in disarray as UK tourists banned

Snow on the slopes of Mont Blanc is the best Chamonix has seen in years - but few Brits will enjoy it.

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Hong Kong: Why the Legco elections are so controversial

Sweeping changes put in place by China altered the way the city chooses its lawmakers this year.

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BBC Bitcoin mining report used in crypto-scam

The BBC’s Silicon Valley correspondent investigates how his report was used to steal life savings.

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Chileans divided ahead of presidential run-off

The election, set to be the most polarised in decades, pits a far-right candidate against a leftist.

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UK troops will not be deployed to Ukraine to defend against Russia

Britain's defence secretary says this is because Ukraine is not a member of the Nato military alliance.

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Lagos party plans threatened by Nigeria Covid passports

Nigeria was briefly put on the UK's travel red list but most people are indifferent to coronavirus.

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Russia-Ukraine: Can a solution be found for war in Ukraine's east?

The West fears a Russian invasion so hopes of a peaceful solution to the conflict look slim.

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Afghanistan to Wisconsin: Refugees dream of home

Some of the 13,000 Afghan refugees living at a US military base in Wisconsin reflect on new lives.

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Caroline and Martine: Picture book heroines who fought for French hearts

For nearly 70 years, Caroline and Martine have been rivals for the hearts of French schoolchildren.

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Week in pictures: 11-17 December 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

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Ros Atkins on… What 2021 taught us about Covid

A look back at how the pandemic evolved throughout 2021, and what we've learned from it.

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Biden grants Medal of Honor to first black soldier since Vietnam

Sgt Alwyn Cashe was among three US veterans to receive the highest US military award.

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US FDA permanently allows mail-order abortion pills

But the federal move will be overridden by 19 states that already have bans in place.

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US panel recommends J&J shots be sidelined after clot deaths

Nine people have died from extremely rare side effects linked to Johnson & Johnson's jab.

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Chris Noth: Two women accuse Sex And The City actor of sexual assault

The Sex And The City actor denies assaulting the women in 2004 and 2015.

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How billionaires pay less tax than you

Corporate giants use a mantra known as Buy Borrow Die to avoid paying income tax, say analysts.

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Meta bans surveillance-for-hire firms for targeting users

Facebook's owner is to alert about 50,000 people in more than 100 countries about "malicious" actions.

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US Congress passes import ban on Chinese Uyghur region

The bill overcame opposition from Coca-Cola, Nike and Apple and an initial lack of White House support.

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Africa's week in pictures: 10 - 16 December 2021

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

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How Russia tries to censor Western social media

Western social media companies face huge fines as Russia pressures them to remove content it objects to.

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Philippines typhoon Rai: Month-old baby rescued in a tub

Thousands have been evacuated as the storm brought 165km/h (103 mph) winds and heavy rain.

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Millipede with more legs than any known animal discovered in Australia

The millipede, discovered in Australia, has more than 1,300 legs and is believed to live on fungi.

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RAF Typhoon jet shoots down 'small hostile drone' in Syria

It is the first time the RAF has shot down enemy aircraft since the Falklands nearly 40 years ago.

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Haiti kidnappers release remaining missionaries

The missionaries from the US and Canada were abducted in mid-October by a powerful crime gang.

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Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Defence attorneys begin arguments

A spokesperson for Ms Maxwell said on Wednesday she is "too fragile" to testify in her own defence.

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'If you eat here, you're dining with rats'

Some New Yorkers are cooling on the craze for street-side restaurant sheds, due to noise and vermin.

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Kenyans find rural lifeline after Covid city exodus

The coronavirus pandemic has forced some city dwellers to move back to the countryside to survive.

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Afghanistan: What humanitarian aid is getting in?

Millions of people are at risk of starvation as a result of harsh winter conditions and economic collapse.

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Usain Bolt: Mario Kart helped me become Olympic champion

Usain Bolt's been talking to BBC Sounds podcast Press X to Continue

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Inside the fight for Bangladesh's independence

The author of the Bangladesh constitution on working with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman

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The teenagers and the nun trying to stop an Australian coal mine

Eight teenagers won a milestone environmental court case in Australia, but the result was appealed.

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Ethiopia civil war: How PM Abiy led fight-back against rebel advance

Abiy Ahmed has thwarted a rebel advance on the capital a year into a brutal civil war.

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James Webb: A $10bn machine in search of the end of darkness

The biggest space telescope ever built is ready to show us the first stars to light up the cosmos.

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Southern right whales: Tracking unexpected Southern Ocean migrations

New Zealand scientists have used satellite tags to follow whales around the Southern Ocean.

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Covid: Omicron probably in most countries, WHO says

The heavily mutated coronavirus variant is spreading at an unprecedented rate, the WHO's head warns.

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Billie Eilish says porn exposure while young caused nightmares

The singer-songwriter spoke about how "abusive" pornography skewed her early sexual experiences.

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Malta becomes first EU nation to legalise cannabis

The landmark move is expected to be followed by more European countries.

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Record numbers of young Guatemalans migrate north, leaving families in limbo

Chasing economic opportunity, record numbers of young Central Americans are braving the journey north.

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Nagaland killings: Anger grows after Indian army’s botched ambush

Locals in Nagaland state demand government action after troops shot dead 14 civilians.

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Saudi Arabia allows free thinkers to talk to students

Young men and women meet leading philosophers in a country criticised for intolerance of dissent.

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Tom Holland: 'There are kids who look up to Spider-Man'

Spider-Man: No Way Home is Tom Holland's third solo film and his sixth as part of the Avengers.

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Ros Atkins on... the Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen F1 title drama

Max Verstappen was crowned F1 world champion, after winning the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

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How much does the diplomatic boycott of Beijing 2022 matter?

The Winter Olympics have been hit by a flurry of protests from governments in the West.

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Baltic Sea: Cargo ships collide off Sweden's coast

A Danish vessel has capsized after colliding with a British-flagged ship in the Baltic Sea.

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Nicaragua receives China vaccines after cutting ties with Taiwan

The Central American nation cut all diplomatic ties with Taiwan last week in favour of China relations.

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Kentucky tornadoes: Residents revisits destroyed home

Kentucky residents are gathering the pieces that are left of their homes after the deadly tornadoes.

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South Korea: End to Korean War agreed to 'in principle'

But talks have yet to begin because of North Korea's demands, says President Moon Jae-in.

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Queensland border reopens to other Australian states

Families enjoy emotional reunions after a controversial five-month border closure ends.

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Kentucky tornadoes: Death toll likely to pass 100, governor says

Rescue workers have continued to scour the rubble but hopes of finding survivors are waning.

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Black Axe: Leaked documents shine spotlight on secretive Nigerian gang

Documents suggest the feared 'cult' has infiltrated Nigerian politics and launched a global fraud operation.

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Howard University: Why these students slept out in tents on campus for weeks

After reports of mould and rodents in dorms, protesters at Howard University took over a campus building.

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The ultra-violent cult that became a global mafia

A BBC investigation into Black Axe has unearthed new evidence of political infiltration, and a scamming and killing operation spanning the globe.

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France resists US challenge to its values

The government is fighting back at what it sees as imported cultural ideas from the UK and US.

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Kentucky tornadoes: 100 year-old-church destroyed in seconds

Nomia Iqbal reports from the ruins of the Mayfield First United Methodist Church in Kentucky.

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Vladimir Putin: I moonlighted as a taxi driver in the 1990s

Russia's president says he had to top up his income during economic troubles when the USSR collapsed.

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Omicron: India aims to avoid 'pandemic roulette'

A virology institute boss says India will see a third wave "depending on how warmly we invite it".

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Indian police 'foil man's attempt to fake death'

Officers say he murdered another man to try to fake his own death to avoid being returned to prison.

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What Gautam Gambhir Said About India's Split Captaincy Decision

Former opening batter Gautam Gambhir weighed in on India's decision to have different captains for white-ball and Test cricket.

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Jason Gillespie Identifies "Biggest Bowling Concern" For England In Ashes

Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie on Sunday pointed out the mistake England made in their team selection for the first Ashes Test. Gillespie said that the "biggest concern" for the visitors is...

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BBL Live: Melbourne Stars Elect To Bowl Against Sydney Thunder

Big Bash League 2021-22, THU vs STA: Melbourne Stars captain Glenn Maxwell won the toss and elected to bowl against Sydney Thunder in Match 10 of the BBL.

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"Still Staggered": Ponting Slams England's Team Selection In 1st Test

England's team selection for the first Ashes Test raised eyebrows with both veteran pacers James Anderson and Stuart Broad left out of the playing XI. Speaking about that former Australia skipper...

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The priests navigating Colombia's conflict zones

Catholic clergy are sometimes the only ones who can access areas where armed groups are active.

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Meth and heroin fuel Afghanistan drugs boom

With a collapsing economy and severe drought, Afghanistan’s drug trade is on the rise.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'misty mornings'

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

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ICYMI: Scuba-diving Santa and other festive moments

Why has Father Christmas swapped his sleigh for diving gear and skis this week?

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Kentucky hit by 'worst ever tornadoes'

More than 70 people died in Kentucky in Friday night's storms, including dozens in a candle factory, and the death toll is expected to rise above 100.

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Kentucky tornadoes: Biden reaches out to affected US states

He promises the government will do all it can to help, as the death toll is expected to pass 100.

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Alan Shepard: Bezos space company sends first US astronaut's daughter to space

Laura Shepard Churchley's father, Alan, became the first American in space in 1961.

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Covid in Austria: Mass protest in Vienna against measures

Austria has become the first in the EU to make vaccinations mandatory, from February.

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Biden: US will do whatever is needed to help Tornado victims

US president Joe Biden speaks to the country after states have been hit by deadly tornadoes.

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Week in pictures: 4-10 December 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

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Ghislaine Maxwell: Key moments in the trial so far

Ghislaine Maxwell is accused of grooming girls for abuse by late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

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Ros Atkins on… Compulsory Covid vaccinations

Ros Atkins examines the ethical arguments surrounding vaccine mandates.

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Kashmir killings: The families still waiting for bodies of loved ones

Relatives of people killed by security forces during encounters say they have little hope of justice.

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Mexico truck crash: Officials working to identify over 50 victims

More than 50 people. thought to be migrants from Central America, were killed in the crash.

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Ghislaine Maxwell prosecutors rest their case

Prosecutors have said Ms Maxwell ran "a pyramid scheme of abuse" with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

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Mothers reborn: The surprising benefits of lifelike dolls

Reborn dolls are hyper-realistic dummies, treated like real children, given a birthing ceremony and even a heartbeat.

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The country that is Europe's hub for cargo bikes

In Germany, generous subsidies are leading to more sophisticated cargo bikes.

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Mothers reborn: The surprising benefits of lifelike dolls

Reborn dolls are hyper-realistic dummies, and for some women, they serve a deeper purpose.

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Capitol riot: US appeals court rejects Trump's request to block files

A panel investigating the Capitol riot wants to see the ex-president's White House records.

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US-led coalition against IS ends combat mission in Iraq

Troops will remain to "advise, assist and enable" Iraqi security forces to stop a resurgence of IS.

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How a Russian invasion of Ukraine could spill over into Europe

A senior Western intel official warns war would have far-reaching consequences on the continent.

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Afghan women: Secret diaries of changing lives

Five women's secret diary posts, sent to the BBC, reveal how deeply the Taliban takeover has affected them.

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Covid vaccines: Why is Nigeria unable to use its supply?

It's reported that up to one million doses of Covid vaccine in Nigeria have expired and are to be destroyed.

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Growing up in Iran: Every morning we had to chant ‘Death to America’

Iranian Rana Rahimpour moved to the UK as a young journalist and is now unable to return home for fear of arrest.

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China's detention camps: Held in chains for using WhatsApp

Erbakit Otarbay, an ethnic Kazakh, was imprisoned as part of a mass incarceration programme in China.

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Goalball player Sevda Altunoluk: 'I am the world's best'

Sevda Altunoluk believes in empowering visually impaired people by encouraging them to compete in sport.

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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: ‘I want to say what I think’

The Nigerian writer shares her experience of grief and her thoughts on "cancel culture" and trans rights.

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Tiger Woods will make his return at PNC Championship alongside son Charlie

Tiger Woods will make his comeback playing alongside son Charlie at the PNC Championship in Florida next week.

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Netherlands to buy Rembrandt Standard Bearer self-portrait

The Dutch government puts aside €150m for the 1636 work, currently owned by the Rothschild family.

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Russia Ukraine: Sending US troops not on table - Biden

The US president says a Western response to a Russian invasion would not include boots on the ground.

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UK and Canada join diplomatic boycott of China Winter Olympics

The two nations say their diplomats will not attend the games, citing Chinese human rights abuses.

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Robert E Lee: Confederate general statue to be turned into art

The statue was at the centre of a white nationalist rally in 2017, which led to the death of a woman.

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Eilish, cheugy and Omicron among 2021's most mispronounced words

Billie Eilish, cheugy and Glasgow also feature on a list of the words people find trickiest to say.

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Chinese social media giant Weibo's shares fall in Hong Kong debut

Last week, Chinese ride-hailing giant Didi said it will move its listing to Hong Kong from the US.

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Google sues alleged Russian cyber criminals

Hackers behind a malicious "botnet" may have used their network to infect over a million computers.

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Chile same-sex marriage: Law overwhelmingly approved by parliament

A law allowing same-sex marriage is approved in the historically Catholic Latin American country.

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Amazon services down for thousands of users

Customers of the e-commerce giant report problems with shopping services, Prime Video and Alexa.

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Afghanistan: Foreign Office chaotic during Kabul evacuation - whistleblower

Thousands of pleas for help went unread and the foreign secretary lacked urgency, an ex-official says.

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Wasim Jaffer Trolls England After India's Series Win Over New Zealand

While highlighting New Zealand's selection mistake against the Virat Kohli-led side in two-match Test series, former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer also decided to take a dig at the English team. Jaffer...

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Peter Foster: Australian conman caught after six-month manhunt

Peter Foster was declared a fugitive six months ago after allegedly skipping bail on fraud charges.

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Western leaders urge Russia to lower Ukraine tensions

The US and its European allies urge Moscow to de-escalate, amid fears it could invade Ukraine.

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Emmett Till: US closes investigation without charges

The justice department says there is "insufficient evidence" to back a writer's claim a witness lied.

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Rohingya sue Facebook for £150bn over Myanmar hate speech

The social media giant is accused of fuelling violence against the persecuted minority in Myanmar.

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Amalia: The heir to the Dutch throne keeps it normal at 18

Princess Amalia had an ordinary childhood and wants her life to continue that way.

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Hong Kong Covid: The Cathay pilots stuck in 'perpetual quarantine'

One Cathay Pacific pilot said he had spent almost 150 days in quarantine this year alone.

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David Gulpilil: Profound legacy of a trailblazing Aboriginal actor

A trailblazing figure with a 50-year career, he helped vastly improve cultural representations.

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'I had to move across America when I became allergic to the sun'

After experiencing an unusual allergic reaction, Carrie moves across America to escape the sun.

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Juan Jose Florian: Colombia's Para-cycling 'superhero' and his dramatic life story

Juan Jose Florian was forced into armed conflict on the opposite side to family. When a bomb nearly killed him, sport helped heal.

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Helping trans people escape death in their home countries

Iman Le Caire made it her mission to help other trans people flee persecution in hostile countries.

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'I want Afghan women to be free to wear colour'

Fashion icon Halima Aden and Afghan tutor Aliya Kazimy write to each other about the importance of choice.

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Rebel Wilson on weight loss: I know what it’s like to be invisible

The actress, producer and director opens up about her weight loss, in an exclusive BBC interview.

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Mahbouba Seraj: Afghanistan is a country in trouble

Mahbouba Seraj is a prominent Afghan women’s rights activist. She has a personal message for the Taliban.

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Jussie Smollett testifies at trial: 'There was no hoax'

Jussie Smollett says a "massive" man in a ski mask attacked him after shouting slurs in Chicago.

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Ghislaine Maxwell 'gave schoolgirl outfit to Epstein victim'

An accuser says the socialite suggested she dress up to serve tea to paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

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Indonesia volcano: How I escaped the deadly Mt Semeru eruption

Watch as this survivor describes how he escaped the deadly Mt Semeru eruption in Indonesia.

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US diplomats to boycott 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

The White House says no US diplomats will attend the games in China, over human rights concerns.

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Amid shortage, Canada taps into emergency maple syrup reserves

The Canadian province of Quebec produces 70% of the world's maple syrup supply.

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US boss fires 900 employees over Zoom

"Last time I did this I cried," said the head of the online mortgage lender laying off 15% of his staff.

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Omicron: Why is Nigeria on the travel red list?

The UK has placed travel restrictions on arrivals from Nigeria and several other African countries - are they fair?

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Family of Lankan national lynched in Pak awaits his remains to be flown in

In a shocking incident on Friday last, supporters of the hardline Islamist party Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) attacked a garment factory in Sialkot in Pakistan and lynched its general manager Diyawadana, 49, before setting his body on fire over allegations of blasphemy.

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A timeline of Aung San Suu Kyi's political life

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"Clinical Performance": Virat Kohli On India's Emphatic Win Over NZ

India captain Virat Kohli dubbed the team's performance in the second Test against the visiting New Zealanders as "clinical". On Monday, India beat New Zealand by a massive 372 runs in Mumbai -- their...

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Virat Kohli Registers Yet Another Record In International Cricket

India vs New Zealand: Virat Kohli achieved yet another record in international cricket after India's mammoth 372-run win over New Zealand in the second and final Test in Mumbai.

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India's Biggest Win By Runs In Tests As They Thrash New Zealand

The 372-run win against New Zealand was India's biggest margin of victory in terms of runs in the longest format of the game.

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Eric Zemmour: Far-right French presidential candidate grabbed at rally

A man grabs Eric Zemmour by the neck at the far-right presidential candidate's first rally.

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Aung San Suu Kyi: Myanmar court sentences ousted leader to four years jail

This is the first verdict delivered for the ex-leader, who faces a total of 11 charges.

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FARC: Colombian rebel commander 'El Paisa' killed in Venezuela

The feared ex-Farc commander had become notorious for his bloody guerrilla attacks and kidnappings.

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Pakistan: Brutal mob killing of Sri Lankan sparks protests

More than 100 have been arrested over the lynching of a Sri Lankan man accused of insulting Islam.

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Dalio: Comments on China's human rights misunderstood

Last month, JP Morgan's Jamie Dimon apologised for comments he made about the Chinese Communist Party.

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Tennis governing body to keep playing in China

The ITF says it has not followed the WTA in suspending tournaments in China because it "does not want to punish a billion people".

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Climate change: Is ‘blue hydrogen’ Japan’s answer to coal?

The Fukushima disaster turned Japan away from nuclear. A new energy source may help it quit coal.

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Putin in India: What Russian president's visit means for world politics

Russia and India ties are facing challenges from fast-changing geopolitics in Asia and beyond.

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The tech helping shops - and Santa - deliver this Christmas

A number of tech solutions are out there to help retailers optimise sending out our presents.

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Covid in Uganda: The man whose children may never return to school

The 20-month school closure in Uganda could have a long-term impact on many lives there.

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Thomas Massie: US Congressman condemned for Christmas guns photo

The image shows Thomas Massie and his family holding firearms days after a deadly school shooting.

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The Palestinian jailbreak that rocked Israel

The search for six Palestinian fugitives from an Israeli prison unearths a story of dispossession, violence and bitter division in a fractured region.

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James Webb Space Telescope scientist: 'It's the future of astrophysics'

The James Webb Space Telescope is expected to be 100 times more powerful than the Hubble.

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How Lebanon's economic problems could leave Sara blind

Lebanon stopped has stopped subsidising many medical expenses, which leaves poorer patients in danger.

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Gambia elections: Adama Barrow declared presidential election winner

The electoral commission names Adama Barrow the winner despite his opponents questioning the vote.

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Bob Dole: Biden leads tributes to a 'dear friend'

Tributes have been paid across the US political divide to the late Republican leader Bob Dole.

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Indonesia volcano: Villages buried under hot ash

Rescuers are searching for survivors after Mt Semeru erupted in eastern Java on Saturday.

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Trump social media firm says it has raised $1bn

The former US president is working to launch a social media app called Truth Social early next year.

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Covid-19 curbs China's power in Indo-Pacific, risks of war 'significant': Report

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SA A v IND A: IND Fringe Players Aim For Impact In Final Unofficial Test

South Africa A vs India A: The third unofficial Test between India A and South Africa A beginning on Monday will give the fringe players another opportunity to make their case for national selection...

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Israel urges hard line against Iran at nuclear talks

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China regulator says govt policies not necessarily linked to overseas IPOs

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BAN vs PAK, 2nd Test, Day 2 Report: PAK 188 For 2 At Stumps

BAN vs PAK, 2nd Test, Day 2 Report: Rain again interrupted the second Test in Dhaka between Bangladesh and Pakistan on Sunday with only 6.2 overs played and the tourists extending their lead.

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Two explosions hit UN camps in Mali

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French police on alert as far-right Zemmour holds first rally

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'Lynched Sri Lankan's nearly all bones broken, 99% body burnt'

Nearly all bones of Sri Lankan national Priyantha Kumara Diyawadana were broken and his body was 99 per cent burnt in the horrific lynching incident in Pakistan's Punjab province, a media report on Sunday said, citing his post-mortem report. The post-mortem report of Diyawadana cited skull and jaw fractures as the cause of death, Geo News reported.

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Myanmar junta chief meets Suu Kyi party stalwart

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India to supply 20% more power to Bangladesh

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UAE says French warplanes not a substitute for US jets

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TLP expanding after release of its leader Saad Hussain Rizvi: Report

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NZ Spinner Ajaz Patel Registers Massive Test Record Against India

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel achieved a historic milestone against India after his epic bowling performance in the two innings.

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India Nagaland: Security forces kill 13 civilians amid ambush blunder

Home Minister Amit Shah expresses "anguish" after troops fire on miners in the country's north-east.

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South Korea reports 3 more Omicron cases

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Afghanistan: Taliban warned against targeting former security forces

US and allies "deeply concerned" about human rights abuses against former Afghan security forces.

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Why France faces so much anger in West Africa

Despite engaging better with the African continent recently, the ex-colonial power faces a backlash.

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Pacific Ocean garbage patch is immense plastic habitat

Researchers discover coastal species living on debris miles from their natural surroundings.

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Mandatory vaccinations: Three reasons for and against

Blanket vaccination mandates are on the agenda but do they work and what are their costs?

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Chris Cuomo: CNN fires presenter over help he gave politician brother

The star TV presenter is sacked over efforts to help his brother fight off sexual harassment claims.

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South Africa: The rape survivor who convicts rapists

Rape survivor Sgt Catherine Tladi has secured several convictions for rape in South Africa's courts.

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Biden and Putin to hold call amid Ukraine invasion fears

The US and Russian leaders will discuss Ukraine amid mounting concerns about a possible Russian invasion.

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Bus carrying choir members plunges into Kenya river

At least 23 die as a bus taking a church choir group to a wedding plunges into a flooded river.

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Stars Aligned For Me To Pick All 10 Wickets Here In Mumbai: Ajaz Patel

India vs New Zealand: Blackcaps spinner Ajaz Patel on Saturday said that the stars aligned for him to pick all 10 Test wickets in a single innings against India here at the Wankhede Stadium.

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Indonesia volcano: Residents flee as Mt Semeru spews huge ash cloud

Airlines have been warned about a plume of ash rising 15,000m from Mt Semeru in Java.

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ICYMI: Jumping into an active volcano, and other ways to spend the festive season

Jumping into an active volcano is just one way to spend the festive season, in news you missed this week.

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India's South Africa Tour Confirmed, Team's Arrival "Moved Out By A Week"

India's tour of South Africa will go ahead "as originally scheduled" despite concerns over a new COVID-19 variant, Cricket South Africa confirmed through a press release on Saturday.

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Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Key moments from the first week

The socialite is accused of grooming girls for abuse by late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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'Missing India factor dents Afghanistan's progress after Taliban takeover'

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2nd Test: Anil Kumble Reacts As Ajaz Patel Joins "Perfect 10" Club

India vs New Zealand: Anil Kumble praised Ajaz Patel and "welcomed" him to the "perfect 10" club following the New Zealand's heroics in the Mumbai Test.

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New Zealand's Ajaz Patel 3rd Bowler To Take 10 Wickets In An Innings

India vs New Zealand: Spinner Ajaz Patel became only the third player in Test cricket history to claim all 10 wickets in an innings.

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China's communists bash US democracy before Biden summit

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Rohit Sharma Set To Replace Ajinkya Rahane As Test Vice-Captain: Sources

India's T20I skipper Rohit Sharma is set to become the vice-captain of the Test team, sources told NDTV.

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Russia Ukraine: Biden warns Russia against Ukraine 'red lines'

Intelligence officials fear Russia could invade Ukraine as soon as early 2022, US media reports.

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Michigan school shooting: Reward offered to find suspect's parents

US Marshals say the Michigan couple's son killed four students with the father's handgun.

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Mali: Dozens of civilians killed after militants attack bus

More than 30 people are killed after gunmen attack a bus travelling to a market.

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MH370: Could missing Malaysian Airlines plane finally be found?

A British engineer believes he may help solve one of the world's greatest aviation mysteries.

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Bolsonaro: Brazilian Supreme Court opens investigation into vaccine comments

Brazil's president will face a Supreme Court inquiry for his falsehood about Covid-19 jabs and Aids.

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Ready for power: Team Scholz promises a new Germany

Next week will see a handover of power from the Merkel era and this is what to expect.

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Rare turtle washes up 4,000 miles from home

Tally the Turtle is recovering in a UK zoo awaiting a flight back to the warm waters of Mexico.

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Why Ugandan troops have entered DR Congo - again

Previous incursions have led to accusations of looting and abuse, so will it be different this time?

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Saudi Arabia Grand Prix: A race for equal rights

As F1 races in Saudi Arabia, can it be a positive thing for female and LGBT rights?

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Parag Agrawal: Why Indian-born CEOs dominate Silicon Valley

Parag Agrawal, Twitter's new CEO, is the latest of several Indian-Americans leading global tech firms.

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Ros Atkins on… America’s abortion divide

How abortion rights in the US look likely to be changed by a conservative majority Supreme Court.

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Covid-19: Ireland closes nightclubs and tightens Covid rules

Taoiseach Micheál Martin announces a number of new restrictions in a televised address.

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Ethiopia closes schools to boost civil war effort

The government wants secondary school students to harvest crops to help frontline fighters.

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Who Will Replace Virat Kohli As RCB Captain? Vettori Has A Suggestion

Virat Kohli had stepped down as Royal Challengers Bangalore captain after the IPL 2021 season.

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Omicron: India reports first cases of new Covid variant

Health officials say the two patients with the new strain have shown mild symptoms.

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US government shutdown averted hours before deadline

The US Congress passes a bill to fund federal agencies until 18 February, avoiding a costly shutdown.

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Alec Baldwin admits career could be over after fatal shooting

But the 63-year-old US actor says he did not pull the trigger on the set of the Rust film in October.

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The 'kind heart' who gave an Afghan family a new home

An interpreter who had to flee Afghanistan is given a new home by a woman who was moved by his plight.

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Biden blasted for reviving Trump's Remain in Mexico policy

Activists warn restoring 'Remain in Mexico' at the border will result in "torture, rape, and death".

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China app giant Didi plans US stock market exit in move to Hong Kong

The move comes after the company came under intense scrutiny from regulators in the US and China.

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Ride hailing app Grab falls in $40bn market debut

Shares start trading in ride-hailing firm Grab which has used a shell company for its flotation.

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Laverne & Shirley star Eddie Mekka dies aged 69

The US actor is best known for playing Carmine Ragusa in the 1970s-80s Laverne & Shirley TV sitcom.

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The Indian granny who became literate at 104

Kuttiyamma, from the southern Indian state of Kerala, aced a government test that measures literacy.

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NunTok: How religion is booming on TikTok and Instagram

Nuns, imams and Buddhist monks are among those sharing successful - and often fun - short-form videos on social media.

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Boxing Day: Festive film debut for Little Mix's Leigh-Anne Pinnock

Boxing Day, the first British Christmas rom-com led by an all-black cast, is released Friday 3 December.

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How to spot the software that could be spying on you

Software used to spy on someone via their phone is a growing threat and common in domestic abuse cases.

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Why Turkey's currency crash does not worry Erdogan

Turkey's national currency has plummeted 45% against the dollar this year

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Broome: Diving the remnants of a WW2 attack on Australia

A WW2 air raid on Broome killed scores of people - historians say it should be better remembered.

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Africa's week in pictures: 26 November - 2 December 2021

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

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Will Meghan's big win change public opinion?

The Duchess of Sussex has won her court case over privacy, but interest in her is not going to go away.

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The drought ravaging East African wildlife and livestock

At least 26m people are struggling for food across northern Kenya, Somalia and southern Ethiopia.

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Germany: Angela Merkel's military farewell features punk singer's hit

A ceremony has been held for the German chancellor, who is due to step down after 16 years in office.

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Omicron: Biden unveils new Covid-19 winter measures

Public health officials in Minnesota have just reported a second US case of the Omicron variant.

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How do you say 'Omicron'?

Omicron is the 13th variant of the Covid-19 virus to receive a Greek name but the pronunciation is up for debate.

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Elle to stop promoting the use of animal fur in its magazines

It is the first major fashion publication to make the pledge, citing its support for animal rights.

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Alec Baldwin on shooting incident: 'I didn't pull the trigger'

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Cambodia's Hun Sen backs son to take over leadership

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Ind vs NZ: R Ashwin Just 6 Wickets Away From Obliterating Another Record

IND vs NZ: Ashwin is currently tied with Harbhajan Singh and Anil Kumble as all three have taken 50 wickets in a calendar year thrice.

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Jaffer Names Two Players Who Could Make Way For Kohli In Playing XI vs NZ

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: Former India opener Wasim Jaffer named two players who could make way for regular skipper Virat Kohli in the playing XI for the second Test versus New Zealand in...

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IND vs NZ, 2nd Test: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Streaming

IND vs NZ, 2nd Test: After the first Test ended in a draw, India and New Zealand will face off in the second and the final Test match starting from Friday at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The...

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Queensland Floods: Second death recorded as crisis continues

The southern part of Queensland has seen widespread rain and flooding.

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Facebook uncovers Chinese network behind fake expert

It deleted 500 accounts which amplified claims that the US was meddling in the Covid origins search.

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Alan Tudge: Australia minister stood aside over 'abusive' affair allegations

Mr Tudge's ex-staffer said she had experienced bullying during their consensual affair in 2017.

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Disney elects woman as chairman for first time in 98-year history

Susan Arnold, who has been a board member for 14 years, will succeed Bob Iger at the end of the year.

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Biden puts faith in Santa Claus amid supply chain problems

The US president says only Father Christmas can ensure every gift is delivered amid supply chain woes.

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Canadian MPs vote to ban LGBT 'conversion therapy'

MPs cross the aisle to shake hands with and even hug their counterparts as the bill is passed.

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Argentina ex-President Mauricio Macri charged in sub families spying case

Mauricio Macri denies ordering the spying on relatives of the victims of a 2017 submarine disaster.

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When Jesus is used to steal from his flock

William Neil "Doc" Gallagher used Christian radio to defraud religious pensioners out of millions.

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Venezuela's hospital 'hell'

The healthcare system lacks equipment, buildings are crumbling and many healthcare workers have left in search of better lives.

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‘It’s like hell in here’: The struggle to save Afghanistan's starving babies

Doctors in Afghanistan’s crisis-hit hospitals are caring for their patients in almost impossible conditions.

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Would you give 10% of your salary to charity?

A growing number of people are deciding to give up a substantial chunk of their wages.

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'No middle ground': Chile voters face tough choice as run-off looms

Voters speak of the divisions as an ultra-conservative and a left-winger battle it out.

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Epstein accuser: Ghislaine Maxwell is a 'master manipulator'

The BBC spoke to Teresa Helm, who accused Epstein of sexually assaulting her at the age of 22.

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Michigan school shooting: Suspect, 15, charged as an adult

Ethan Crumbley, 15, allegedly killed four students and injured seven others on Tuesday.

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WTA suspends China tournaments over Peng Shuai

The WTA announces the immediate suspension of all tournaments in China amid concern for Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai.

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Covid Omicron: Time to consider mandatory jabs, EU chief says

EU countries should discuss forced vaccinations to combat the Omicron strain, says Ursula von der Leyen.

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Austria: Doctor fined for amputating wrong leg of patient

The patient's right leg was removed instead of his left, with the mistake discovered two days later.

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"See You On The Other Side": Rahul Reacts After Parting Ways With PBKS

Rahul, who decided to go in the auction pool, posted a photo on his Koo account on Wednesday with the caption: "It was a good ride, thank you for the love see you on the other side."

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Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 2nd Test, Day 3 Live Cricket Score

West Indies are looking to consolidate on Day 3 after dominatingproceedings on Day 2 of the 2nd Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.

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Facebook reverses Kyle Rittenhouse search policy

The company had blocked searches for the US teen after he was acquitted of killing two people.

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Howard Springs: Australia police arrest quarantine escapees

The trio had fled a remote camp near Darwin by scaling a fence in the middle of the night.

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Xiomara Castro: Honduras votes in first female president

Xiomara Castro's victory will bring to an end to the the 12-year rule of the right-wing National Party.

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CNN's Chris Cuomo suspended over help to governor brother

The cable host provided extensive advice to Governor Andrew Cuomo as he battled an abuse scandal.

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Survivor: I'm haunted by deadliest Channel crossing

Mohamed Isa Omar, one of two survivors of last week's disaster, tells the BBC he saw people drown.

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Yemen's Marib: The city at the heart of a dirty war

Jeremy Bowen gets rare access to Marib, where civilians are caught behind the conflict's front line.

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How Magdalena Andersson became Sweden's first female PM twice

Magdalena Andersson's rise to power has been high political drama, but the finale may be yet to come.

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Resurgence of Pakistani Islamist group TLP sows fear

The release of the TLP leader and supporters could have far-reaching implications in Pakistan and beyond.

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Multi-billion EU bid to challenge Chinese influence

The "Global Gateway" plan is seen as an attempt to counter Chinese influence in Africa and beyond.

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Lara Logan: Fox News host condemned over Fauci Nazi doctor comments

Lara Logan compared Dr Anthony Fauci to Joseph Mengele - the Auschwitz doctor known as the "Angel of Death".

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Victims of a historic flood in New York City reflect on the wreckage

Victims of a historic flood in New York City reflect on the wreckage wrought by Hurricane Ida.

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HGV shortages: Why European drivers don't want to come back to the UK

Lorry drivers say more investment is needed to make the UK industry more attractive to workers.

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Alice Sebold apologises to man cleared of her rape

Anthony Broadwater spent 16 years in prison after being wrongly convicted of raping Alice Sebold.

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Michigan school shooting: Student kills three and wounds six

The suspect, a 15-year-old student, was taken into custody five minutes after police were called.

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Covid: WHO urges those at risk from disease to delay travel over Omicron

It urges those who are unwell and the over-60s to delay international travel because of the Omicron variant.

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Ghislaine Maxwell: Epstein pilot testifies he flew Prince Andrew

The paedophile financier's pilot tells a court he also flew Bill Clinton and Donald Trump on the jet.

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Emma Coronel: Wife of kingpin El Chapo sentenced to three years

Emma Coronel Aispuro pleaded guilty to conspiracy and drug charges in June

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Four dead as storm tears through Turkey

Strong winds hit the country's western coast, destroying buildings and blowing ships ashore.

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Italian football fan banned for 'slapping' journalist live on TV

Greta Beccaglia reported the man to the police after the incident outside a stadium in Florence.

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Mike Pence asks Supreme Court to overturn abortion rights

The former vice-president speaks on the eve of the most important abortion case in years at the top US court.

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Lesotho ex-PM Thomas Thabane charged with murdering wife

Thomas Thabane denies organising the killing of his estranged wife.

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"Baby Steps": KL Rahul On Road To Recovery. See Pics

KL Rahul has established himself as one of India's top batters currently and plays all three formats.

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"India's Decision To Show Solidarity...": South Africa On Cricket Tour

IND vs SA: The Indian senior team will compete in three Tests starting December 17, followed by as many ODIs and four T20 Internationals.

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"Stuff Of Dreams": New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra On Kanpur Test Heroics

New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra said he felt "big relief" when the Kiwis managed to survive by the barest of margins on the last day of the first Test against India.

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Leaked papers link top Chinese leaders to Uyghur crackdown

They show speeches by Xi Jinping and others which led to Uyghurs' mass internment and forced labour.

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Using Harbhajan's Action In School To Surpassing Him: Mukund On Ashwin

Ashwin's long time state mate from Tamil Nadu, Abhinav Mukund, who has played Test cricket in the past, showered praise on the off spinner and revealed that Ashwin used to bowl in school cricket using...

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Abid Ali Misses Second Ton As Pakistan Win 1st Bangladesh Test

Abid Ali fell just shy of back-to-back centuries as Pakistan cruised to an eight-wicket win over Bangladesh in the first Test in Chittagong on Tuesday.

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Pentagon plans stronger US posture toward China, Russia

The move comes in the wake of the formation of a new defense alliance, dubbed AUKUS, between the United States, Britain and Australia to counter a rising China, which has been building up its own navy and testing decades of US military dominance across Asia.

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Shardul Thakur Gets Engaged To Girlfriend Mittali Parulkar. See Pics

India and Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Shardul Thakur got engaged to long-time girlfriend Mittali Parulkar in a private ceremony in Mumbai on Monday.

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Australian parliament: One in three workers sexually harassed, says report

Canberra's workplace culture has left a "trail of devastation" for women especially, a review finds.

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Barbados: Rihanna made national hero as island becomes republic

The artist and businesswoman is honoured at an event marking the nation's status as a republic.

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Caribbean island Barbados becomes world's newest republic

The Caribbean island has removed Queen Elizabeth II as its head of state.

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Barbados becomes a republic and parts ways with the Queen

The Caribbean nation parts ways with the Queen in a ceremony attended by Prince Charles and Rihanna.

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Westpac: Australia bank pays out over charging dead people

Australia's second largest bank has agreed to pay $81m in penalties and compensate customers.

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Jack Dorsey: What's next for Twitter's co-founder?

The last time the tech visionary left Twitter, he set up another company now worth $100bn.

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Video appears to show UK F-35 fighter crash after take-off

Dramatic footage of what appears to be a jet crashing off the aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth was posted on Twitter.

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Actor who played Judas charged in US Capitol riot

The Jesus Christ Superstar cast member was accused by a judge of spewing "gobbledygook" in court.

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Yemen: The children haunted by 'ghosts' of war

BBC Middle East Editor Jeremy Bowen meets terrified families running from civil war in Yemen.

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Why France is declaring Josephine Baker a national hero

Josephine Baker is the first black woman to be remembered in the resting place of France’s national heroes.

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Mark Esper: Former Pentagon chief sues Pentagon over book release

Trump's fired defence secretary opposes the Defense Department's redactions to his new memoir.

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China surveillance of journalists to use 'traffic-light' system

Documents detail how one province is making a facial-recognition system to spot "people of concern".

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Omicron: WHO warns of 'high infection risk' around globe

Omicron could lead to severe consequences in some regions, the World Health Organization has warned.

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The Simpsons: Tiananmen episode not found in Hong Kong

The episode includes jokes about China's censorship of the Tiananmen Square massacre.

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Covid: Biden urges calm over Omicron fears

No cases of the strain have been detected in the US, but Mr Biden called its arrival "inevitable".

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Food, gas prices pinch families as inflation surges globally

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New Zealand reports 182 new cases of Covid-19 Delta variant

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Ashwin Surpasses Harbhajan, Becomes India's 3rd-Highest Test Wicket-Taker

Ravichandran Ashwin on Monday became India's third-highest all-time wicket-taker in Test cricket, surpassing veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh in the elite list.

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Dinesh Karthik Draws Parallel Between Ravichandran Ashwin And Kapil Dev

Dinesh Karthik's comments came after Ashwin took three wickets in the first innings, and played impressive knocks of 38 and 32, respectively, in the ongoing first Test between India and New Zealand in...

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6 SL Players Part Of Women's World Cup Qualifiers Test Positive For Covid

Six players who were part of the Sri Lanka squad for the Women's World Cup qualifiers in Zimbabwe have tested positive for Covid-19.

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China: North Korea fugitive captured after 40-day manhunt

The defector had been on the run after staging a daring escape from a Chinese prison.

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Macau casino shares fall after 'illegal gambling' arrests

A prominent gambling industry figure in Macau is believed to be among those arrested.

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Barbados prepares to cut ties with the Queen

Watch Celestina Olulode as she travels to the island to find out what Barbadians make of the move.

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Ghislaine Maxwell's sex-trafficking trial to begin in New York City

The UK socialite denies grooming girls for convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse.

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US and Iran seek to break impasse at talks on reviving nuclear deal

Iran's nuclear advances adds air of urgency as sides meet in Vienna after months-long pause.

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Covid: Dutch police arrest quarantine hotel escapee couple

The arrests were made on a plane in Amsterdam's airport before the take-off on Sunday, police say.

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Venezuelan migrants seeking a new home in Chile

Tens of thousands of Venezuelans escaping poverty and violence at home are risking their lives to travel south to Chile.

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Joseph Kabila and DR Congo's missing millions

Millions of dollars of public funds went through bank accounts of ex-President Joseph Kabila's allies, BBC Africa Eye reveals.

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Iran nuclear deal: What key players want from talks

The competing ambitions of the countries involved make success a long shot, writes Jonathan Marcus.

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Gay and Muslim: 'My family wanted to cure me'

Asad struggled with his mental health and suicidal thoughts when he came out to his religious family.

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Coronavirus: Is India ready for a third wave?

Experts say the government needs to first fulfil its promises to boost the public health system.

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Tigray: Suspicion and sacrifice as Ethiopia fighting spreads

Ethiopians tell the BBC they are willing to give up their lives to defend their country against rebels.

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Channel disaster: A father's anguish, a missing family

Rizgar Hussein hasn't heard from his family since the Channel disaster on Tuesday.

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Channel disaster: A father's anguish over missing family since tragedy

Rizgar Hussein has not spoken to his family since they boarded a boat across the Channel on Tuesday.

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Covid: South Africa's president calls for lifting of Omicron travel bans

Cyril Ramaphosa says the action by countries including the UK and US is discriminatory and unnecessary.

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Virgil Abloh: Designer and Off-White founder dies aged 41

Abloh, who was Louis Vuitton's artistic director, had been suffering from a rare form of cancer.

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Channel migrants: France wants 'serious' talks with UK

Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin says France will not be held hostage by domestic British politics.

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New Zealand politician Julie Anne Genter cycles to hospital to give birth

Julie Anne Genter said she had not planned to cycle whilst in labour, "but it did end up happening".

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2 Pak soldiers killed in terrorist attack near Afghan border

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China forcing migration of Uyghur Muslims from Xinjiang, says report

China is forcing the migration of the Uyghurs from their homeland in Xinjiang province to other parts of the country, according to a new report, which details the poor record of human rights conditions of the minority community, which has prompted condemnation from the international community.

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Rahane's Footwork The Reason For His Poor Run, Says Ex-India Cricketer

India vs New Zealand, 1st Test: Skipper Ajinkya Rahane's form has been a cause of concern for quite some time now as he failed yet again in the ongoing Kanpur Test.

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Watch: Moeen Ali Plays Explosive Knock Of 77 Runs Off Just 23 Balls

Moeen Ali played an incredible knock of 77 runs in just 23 balls in the Abu Dhabi T10 League on Saturday.

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BAN vs PAK Live: Bangladesh On Top As Pakistan Lose Quick Wickets

Bangladesh vs Pakistan, Live Updates, 1st Test Day 3: Bangladesh bowlers dominated proceedings with quick wickets after Pakistan's good start in the first innings.

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Calais activists: Migrants are here, we can't let them die

Activists in Calais demand change after decades of people coming to the city looking to reach the UK.

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Honduras braces for trouble in presidential election

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Australia detects first Covid Omicron infections

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Singapore tracking Omicron Covid variant ‘very closely': PM Lee

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IND vs NZ: Laxman Reveals Why Dravid Was Impressed By This Indian Player

India vs New Zealand, 1st Test: Former India cricketer VVS Laxman remembered his conversation with the current head coach Rahul Dravid and how the latter talked highly of Team India's latest debutant.

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Covid: Netherlands enters partial lockdown amid surging infections

The government says the three-week curbs are critical to protect hospitals from becoming overwhelmed.

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Covid: Israel to impose travel ban for foreigners over new variant

Travellers from all countries will be banned from entering Israel for 14 days, local media report.

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Hondurans vote to replace controversial leader

A former first lady and a man convicted of corruption vie to succeed an unpopular president.

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The migrants returned to Iraqi camps from Belarus

Three specially chartered planes have now returned 1,000 migrants from Belarus to Iraq.

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‘I’m blind but technology helps me animate’

Elodie Bateson, 11, from Limavady who is blind has become an expert at making short animated movies.

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Yemen: The woman saving a crumbling heritage

Its famous architecture has been wrecked by war - now a female engineer is rebuilding amid the conflict.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'home comforts'

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

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'Why do you like Shah Rukh Khan?'

The Bollywood superstar's female fandom rests not on love but on economics, according to a new book.

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Nigerian celebrities Simi and Chigul expose sexism in music and Nollywood

Singer Simi and Nollywood's Chigul tell the BBC about the cultural hurdles female stars face.

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Covid vaccine: Can US troops be punished for refusing the jabs?

The US military has said that America's 2.1 million soldiers and sailors must all get the vaccine.

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ICYMI: Smells like Christmas, confirms US First Lady

Jill Biden's clearly feeling festive but here’s some other tree-mendous moments you may have missed this week.

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"Cheating is Cheating": Chappell Slams CA For Naming Smith Vice-captain

Chappell said Cricket Australia should have started on a clean slate after Paine stood down. Going back to Smith as vice-captain was not the right precedent to set.

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BCCI Should Consult Govt Before Sending Cricket Team to SA: Anurag Thakur

India is slated to tour South Africa next month for three Tests, three ODIs and four T20Is. The tour is slated to begin on December 17.

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Watch: Virat Kohli Quotes Denzel Washington As He Shares Workout Video

Away from the cricketing action currently, Virat Kohli shared a motivating video from his workout session.

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Covid: Dozens test positive on SA-Netherlands flights

The results are being examined for cases of the new Omicron variant emerging in southern Africa.

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Peng Shuai: WTA concerned over 'censorship or coercion'

The head of women's tennis says he is not certain Peng Shuai is free of Chinese censorship or coercion.

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UK Labour Party calls for quicker Covid booster jabs amid new variant

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Where Afghanistan’s new Taliban leaders went to school

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IND v NZ, 1st Test: Jaffer Weighs In On Kanpur Pitch With Hilarious Meme

India vs New Zealand, 1st Test: Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer posted a hilarious meme to express his feelings towards the Kanpur pitch in the ongoing opening Test between India and New Zealand.

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Covid: World races to contain new Omicron variant

Nations ban travellers from southern Africa, a day after health officials named the new Covid-19 strain.

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The gangs enticing migrants to cross the English Channel

The BBC has uncovered evidence showing that smugglers are still telling migrants it is safe to cross.

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WTO's big conference postponed due to new Covid variant

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Japan PM Kishida voices concern over human rights issues in China

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Watch: Ashwin Left Frustrated As India Give Latham A Massive Reprieve

Ravichandran Ashwin was upset after replays showed three reds for an LBW appeal against Tom Latham for which India did not use DRS on Day 3 of the first Test.

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Musical theatre icon Stephen Sondheim dies at 91

The US composer and lyricist reshaped America's musical theatre in a career spanning over 60 years.

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Russia-Ukraine border: Why Moscow is stoking tensions

The Kremlin is sending the West a message, but how big a risk is there of conflict?

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Winter Olympics 2022: Athletes get ready for Games

Just a short journey from Beijing, athletes are training for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Chongli.

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Kenya tree felling sparks anger over Nairobi's new highway

Some 4,000 young and mature trees face being cut down to make way for a Chinese-financed project.

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Covid: Conspiracy and untruths drive Europe's Covid protests

Amid some legitimate concerns, misinformation and extreme views are radicalising people to violent protest.

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NFHS: Does India really have more women than men?

An Indian government survey says so - but the numbers don't add up.

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Covid: Swiss vote on ending restrictions while cases surge

Sunday's referendum is held in a country with one of the lowest vaccination rates in Western Europe.

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Ros Atkins on... Migrants crossing English Channel to UK

This week at least 27 migrants died while trying to make the journey, the deadliest crossing on record.

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Channel disaster: Kurdish woman is first victim identified

Maryam Nuri Mohamed Amin was a 24-year-old Kurdish woman from northern Iraq.

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Omicron: Mutations prompt new coronavirus variant concern from WHO

The World Health Organization says the variant has a large number of mutations, some are concerning.

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CSK Likely To Retain Dhoni, Mumbai Indians Set To Keep Rohit: Sources

The clock is ticking for the eight existing Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises as the deadline to name the players retained by them ahead of the mega auction before IPL 2022 nears.

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Watch: Ben Stokes Gears Up For Ashes By Smashing England Bowlers In Nets

England all-rounder Ben Stokes, who had taken an indefinite break from cricket in July to focus on his mental health and recover from finger surgery, is currently gearing up for the upcoming Ashes...

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Watch: Rahul Chahar Reacts Angrily After Umpire Turns Down LBW Appeal

Seeing the umpire shaking his head, leg-spinner Rahul Chahar appealed again before throwing his sunglasses away in frustration as the umpire did not change his mind.

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Solomon Islands leader blames foreign powers for unrest

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Bangladesh vs Pakistan, 1st Test, Day 1 Live Cricket Updates

Ban vs Pak 1st Test Live Updates: It has not been a great start for the hosts though as the Pakistan bowlers have removed the entire top order with less than 100 runs on board.

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"Indians Were Scared Even Before (Pak) Match Started": Inzamam On T20 WC

Questioning the body language of Indian players, Inzamam-ul-Haq said the toss interview involving India skipper Virat Kohli and his Pakistan counterpart Babar Azam was evident that the official hosts...

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France scraps UK talks over Johnson migrants letter

France cancels high-level talks with UK in protest at letter published by PM Boris Johnson on the migrant crisis.

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Chinese tech giant Tencent told to suspend new app roll outs

It comes as China's technology industry regulator reviews compliance with new privacy rules.

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Black Friday spending set to soar despite fewer deals

Analysts say this year's sale will be the biggest ever, but retailers won't offer as many discounts.

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Tim Paine: Former Australia captain to take immediate break from the game

Former Australia Test captain Tim Paine will take a break from cricket "for the foreseeable future".

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Amazon workers plan Black Friday strikes

Strikes or protests are planned in 20 countries, on one of the busiest days of the year for retail.

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Australia missing campers: Pilot accused of murders remanded in custody

After a dramatic arrest, Greg Lynn is charged with killing a pair who disappeared 20 months ago.

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Quiz of the week: Why did Boris Johnson like Peppa Pig World so much?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

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China man claiming to know Peng Shuai says WTA head ignored her mail

The mail, tweeted out by a man claiming to be her associate, told the WTA to 'not hype up personal affairs.'

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The ‘cocaine collectors’ retrieving smuggled drugs in Rotterdam

Young criminals are risking their lives to retrieve drugs smuggled into the Netherlands amongst freight arriving from Latin America.

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Channel migrants: Why politics is dominating the debate on migrants

UK-French rivalry is making a common solution difficult, says the BBC's Europe Editor Katya Adler.

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'I don't need a new TV, but I'll probably get one'

Black Friday is back and Americans, flush with Covid cash, are going out to spend.

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Dramatic rescue of 300 from migrant boat in Italy

Some people were already in the water when the Italian coastguard reached them off Lampedusa Island.

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UK PM calls on France to take back migrants

A returns agreement would have an "immediate" impact on the number of crossings, Boris Johnson says.

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Channel tragedy: Whose lives were lost off Calais?

At least 27 people died trying to reach the UK by boat. Officials are trying to find their identities.

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Turkey: Police fire tear gas at women's rights march

It comes months after Turkey withdrew from a treaty to combat violence against women.

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Egypt: Grand opening for Luxor's 'Avenue of the Sphinxes'

The ancient walkway, connecting two of the Egyptian city's greatest temples, took decades to excavate.

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Macy's Thanksgiving Parade: Baby Yoda and Snoopy delight crowds

Thousands turn out to enjoy the annual parade with millions more watching on television.

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Interpol elects UAE official as president

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Legalised cannabis: a rarity around the world

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Pakistan Name 12-Player Squad For 1st Test Against Bangladesh

Pakistan on Thursday named a 12-player squad for the first Test against Bangladesh, which gets underway from Friday at the Ch. Zahoor Ahmed Cricket Stadium in Chittagong.

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Rachin Ravindra Becomes Youngest NZ Test Debutant Since Ish Sodhi

IND vs NZ: Wellington Firebirds all-rounder Rachin Ravindra has become the youngest New Zealand Test debutant since Ish Sodhi (Bangladesh, 2013), as New Zealand was asked to bowl in the first Test...

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Doull Explains How Gill Has "Gone Back To His U19 Days" To Find Form

Simon Doull said Shubman Gill has gone back to his 'old technique' which gave him a lot of success in the U19 World Cup. Doull feels Gill is not going back across and instead is staying beside the...

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Jimmy Neesham's Hilarious Reaction To New Zealand Losing Yet Another Toss

With New Zealand failing to win yet another toss in India, Jimmy Neesham didn't seem too pleased.

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Channel migrants: UK and France agree need for action after boat deaths

After at least 27 people die in the Channel, Boris Johnson and Emmanuel Macron say cooperation is needed.

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Solomon Islands: Australia sends peacekeeping troops amid riots

Violent riots have rocked the Pacific Island nation for a second straight day.

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JPMorgan boss 'regrets' China joke amid backlash

Jamie Dimon has apologised after saying that his Wall Street bank would outlast China's ruling party.

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US restricts trade with a dozen more Chinese technology firms

The move comes as tensions grow between the US and China over the status of Taiwan and trade issues.

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Australia: LGBTQ advocates blast religious discrimination bill

The new bill has raised concerns that it could pave the way for discriminatory hiring practices

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Parambir Singh: Missing India police officer reappears after months

Parambir Singh, the former police chief of Mumbai, is facing multiple charges of extortion.

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Outrage as India court reduces child abuse sentence

The Allahabad high court reduced the jail term of the convict from 10 years to seven years.

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What I learnt eating at 8,000 Chinese restaurants

David R Chan's decades of dining at 8,000 Chinese eateries has taught him about America and himself.

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Kavala: The case that set Turkey on collision course with the West

Osman Kavala has not been convicted but his detention has set Turkey's leader on a collision course.

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Tripura: Fear and hope after anti-Muslim violence

Weeks after mosques and Muslim properties were attacked, life is slowly getting back to normal in Tripura.

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Beatles outtakes in new Peter Jackson film

The Lord of The Rings director has restored more than 50 hours of footage.

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Russian troop build-up: View from Ukraine front line

BBC correspondent Abdujalil Abdurasulov visits eastern Ukraine as soldiers contemplate Russia's military presence at the border nearby.

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What Ahmaud Arbery's murder exposes about America

Ahmaud Arbery died in a 'modern-day lynching' - locals say the spectre of racism is always present.

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Ahmaud Arbery: Three US men guilty of murdering black jogger

The white men pursued and shot dead Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia in what some called a modern-day lynching.

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Ahmaud Arbery: Key moments in the trial over black jogger's killing

Watch the key exchanges from 13 days of testimony in the trial over Ahmaud Arbery's killing.

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Inside Dunkirk's new migrant camp

Last week French police officers evicted up to 1,500 people from a camp in Dunkirk.

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Climate change causing albatross divorce, says study

There are more bird break-ups in warmer years, a study of 15,500 breeding pairs finds.

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Explained: What is strategic petroleum reserve?

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