South Africa prepares to bury Archbishop Desmond Tutu https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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French ban on plastic packaging for fruit and vegetables begins https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Effective from New Year's day, officials hope the law will prevent a billion items of single use plastics every year.

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Betty White: Biden leads tributes for Golden Girls actress https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The long-time Hollywood star died on Friday at the age of 99 after an eight-decade film and TV career.

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Ukraine tensions: Putin tells Biden new sanctions could rupture ties https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The US and Russian presidents spoke by phone for almost an hour amid rising tensions over Ukraine.

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Colorado wildfires: Tens of thousands evacuated as blazes spread https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Some 30,000 people north of Denver are told to leave their homes and a state of emergency is declared.

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Year in tech: The stories making headlines in 2021 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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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Ghislaine Maxwell guilty of helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse girls https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

A jury in New York convicts her of recruiting and trafficking teenagers in a "pyramid of abuse".

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Australia: Protesters set Old Parliament House in Canberra on fire https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The blaze was quickly put out but marks an escalation in indigenous protests in Canberra.

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Elon Musk rejects claim he is hogging space https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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COP 26: The teenagers suing 33 countries https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

To ensure the promises of COP26 are kept, young campaigners are putting their faith in the courts.

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15 films to look out for in the Oscars race https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Cristiano Ronaldo statue divides opinion in India https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The statue of the Portuguese football star is unveiled in Goa state, a former Portuguese colony.

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Covid: US and France report record daily case rises https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Australia: Hundreds given false Covid results in Sydney lab error https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Ashes: Australia thrash feeble England to retain Ashes at Melbourne https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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’ https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Crocodiles turn on humans amid Iran water crisis https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Covid: US halves isolation time for asymptomatic infection https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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India blocks foreign funding for Mother Teresa charity https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Hindu hardliners have long accused the Catholic charity of trying to convert people to Christianity.

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Climate change: Huge toll of extreme weather disasters in 2021 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Roe v Wade US abortion rights lawyer Sarah Weddington dies https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Spider-Man: No Way Home becomes first pandemic-era film to top $1bn https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Demi Skipper plans to keep trading after hairpin-to-house swap https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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South Africa's Archbishop Desmond Tutu dies at 90 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the Nobel Peace prize laureate who helped end apartheid in South Africa, has died aged 90

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Archbishop Desmond Tutu: Looking back at his life https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

BBC South Africa correspondent Nomsa Maseko looks back at the life of Archbishop Desmond Tutu who has died aged 90.

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Covid: Travel misery continues as 1,500 more flights cancelled https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Chinese and US airlines are hardest hit amid a surge in Covid cases in many countries.

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Deadly bombing at restaurant packed for Christmas https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Six people have been killed after a suicide bomber targeted a restaurant in eastern DR Congo.

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Myanmar: Charity staff missing after deadly 'army attack' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Save the Children says troops killed 38 people and burned their bodies in eastern Kayah state.

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Letter from Africa: Why Kenya's taxman is eyeing social media https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Surfer killed in apparent shark attack in California https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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The Chinese mother backing bigger families https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Spain's La Palma volcano eruption declared over after three months https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The Cumbre Vieja volcano in Spain's Canary Islands had been spewing lava and ash since September.

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SA urges halt to Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison cell key auction https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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In pictures: World celebrates Christmas https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Climate change: Lapland reindeer gone astray in search for food https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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French zoo closed temporarily after pack of nine wolves escape https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

No people were injured during the incident, but the wolf pack was killed due to safety concerns.

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Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 December 2021 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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James Webb Space Telescope: How does it work? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Boston College student's girlfriend pleads guilty over his suicide https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Inyoung You was accused of being abusive towards Alexander Urtula, who died in May 2019.

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Daunte Wright shooting: Key moments in the trial of Kimberly Potter https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The trial saw emotional testimonies and dramatic bodycam footage of the fatal shooting.

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Covid: Ecuador makes vaccination mandatory for most citizens https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

All those from the age of five must be jabbed, although people with medical reasons are exempt.

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Philadelphia congresswoman carjacked at gunpoint in broad daylight https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Pillar of Shame: Hong Kong's Tiananmen Square statue removed https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Workers at the University of Hong Kong dismantle the sculpture commemorating the 1989 massacre.

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Myanmar: At least one dead, 70 missing in jade mine landslide https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Most of the victims are believed to be illegal jade miners prospecting for the semi-precious stone.

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Covid: Australian trial tests blood thinner as nasal spray https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The drug heparin could be used as a nasal spray protection if a trial shows promise, scientists say.

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Mother seals recognise pup's voice at two days old https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Kerala school uniform: Why some Muslim groups are protesting https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Covid Omicron: Variant will push Europe hospitals towards brink, says WHO https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The UN health body's Europe head says another storm is coming, as countries brace for a surge in cases.

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Omicron: South African scientists probe link between variants and untreated HIV https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Covid variants may be mutating inside people with suppressed immunity.

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Indian Christians fear attacks or jail over conversions https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Saudi-led coalition forces target Yemeni airport in air strike https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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The robot chefs that can cook your Christmas dinner https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Australia bouncy castle fall: Sixth child dies in hospital https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Chace Harrison, 11, died in hospital three days after falling from a castle blown into the air.

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Tortured to death: Myanmar mass killings revealed https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

A BBC investigation finds evidence Myanmar's military killed 40 villagers in July, torturing some to death.

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What is the metaverse? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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How to read your weather app https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

What you need to know about weather forecasts on your phone

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Myanmar: BBC investigates military's mass killings https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Leftist Gabriel Boric wins Chile presidential election https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Senator Joe Manchin threatens to sink signature Biden bill https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Democrat Joe Manchin throws the Build Back Better Act into jeopardy, saying he will not vote for it.

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Jake Paul: YouTube star knocks out Tyron Woodley in Florida for fifth win https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Jake Paul calls his sixth-round knockout of Tyron Woodley "the moment of my life" after he extends his perfect record to five wins.

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Highlights from the career of architect Richard Rogers https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Lord Rogers, who has died aged 88, designed the Millennium Dome and the Pompidou Centre.

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West Bank ambush suspects captured, Israel says https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The army says it has caught Palestinians suspected of a deadly attack in the occupied West Bank.

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Derek Chisora v Joseph Parker II: New Zealander beats Briton on points in Manchester https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

New Zealand heavyweight Joseph Parker secures a brilliant points win over Britain's Derek Chisora in a thrilling fight at the AO Arena in Manchester.

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Philippines Super Typhoon Rai: Death toll reaches 75 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

With communications systems down, authorities say the scale of the storm's destruction is unclear.

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Man beaten to death for 'sacrilege' attempt at Sikh Golden Temple in India https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Eyewitnesses allege the man had tried to commit a sacrilegious act at the Golden Temple in India.

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Wagner Group: Why the EU is alarmed by Russian mercenaries in Central Africa https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Covid: French ski season in disarray as UK tourists banned https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Migrant crossings: More than 900 cross Channel in two days https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Afghanistan to Wisconsin: Refugees dream of home https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Gardener Omar Raddad wins fight to re-open notorious murder case https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

A Moroccan gardener convicted of the notorious killing of a French heiress is fighting to clear his name.

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Kim Potter: 'Taser mix-up' ex-officer weeps in manslaughter testimony https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Kim Potter testified at her manslaughter trial about the "chaotic" fatal shooting of Daunte Wright.

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Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Epstein's ex testifies for the defence https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Eva Andersson-Dubin has defended her sex offender ex in the past and denies knowledge of his crimes.

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TikTok says US school shooting threats not credible https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Security around some US schools is stepped up in response to supposed violent threats going viral.

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Son's tribute to 'bawdy, fertile matriarch' goes viral https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

A son's colourful tribute to his mother, Renay Mandel Corren, has been shared widely on social media.

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Africa's week in pictures: 10 - 16 December 2021 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Philippines typhoon Rai: Month-old baby rescued in a tub https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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How Russia tries to censor Western social media https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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US panel recommends J&J shots be sidelined after clot deaths https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Tania Mendoza: Mexican actress shot dead while waiting for son https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Tania Mendoza was outside a football academy when a gunman shot her multiple times before escaping.

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Millipede with more legs than any known animal discovered in Australia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Kenyans find rural lifeline after Covid city exodus https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Inside the fight for Bangladesh's independence https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Logic's 1-800-273-8255 led to call surge to suicide line, study suggests https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Researchers found that the rapper's 1-800-273-8255 increased calls to the helpline it was named after.

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bell hooks; Author and feminist dies aged 69 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Her niece confirmed the writer died on Wednesday "surrounded by her family and friends".

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Two zebras returned to US farm after months on the lam https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Officials had been tracking the pair since they first escaped from a Maryland farm in August.

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Paris' largest taxi firm suspends Tesla Model 3 cars after fatal crash https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

One person died and 20 were injured after a cab driver lost control of their car over the weekend.

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China: The death of a man bullied for being 'effeminate' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

A young man's death sparks discussions on gender norms, even as the state targets "sissy men".

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Ethiopia civil war: How PM Abiy led fight-back against rebel advance https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Billie Eilish says porn exposure while young caused nightmares https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Covid: Omicron probably in most countries, WHO says https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Malta becomes first EU nation to legalise cannabis https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Nicaragua receives China vaccines after cutting ties with Taiwan https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Howard University: Why these students slept out in tents on campus for weeks https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Queensland border reopens to other Australian states https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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The ultra-violent cult that became a global mafia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Omicron: India aims to avoid 'pandemic roulette' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Reckya Madougou: Opposition leader jailing damages Benin democracy - lawyer https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Reckya Madougou becomes the second opposition figure to be convicted in Benin in less than a week.

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Italian church apologises after bishop tells children 'Santa does not exist' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The bishop in Sicily told children Santa's red costume had been created by Coca-Cola, Italian media say.

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Kentucky tornadoes: Biden reaches out to affected US states https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Covid: Brazil to demand proof of vaccination from foreign visitors https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Foreign travellers will need to provide a vaccination certificate in order to enter the country.

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Covid in Austria: Mass protest in Vienna against measures https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Mexico truck crash: 'I woke up 50 metres from the truck' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

A survivor of a crash that killed 54 speaks to the BBC about the people who did not survive.

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The Nigerian woman whose life changed when she visited a leprosy colony https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

A Nigerian woman living in the US never imagined that leprosy still existed in her home country.

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The priests navigating Colombia's conflict zones https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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ICYMI: Scuba-diving Santa and other festive moments https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Kentucky hit by 'worst ever tornadoes' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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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Biden: US will do whatever is needed to help Tornado victims https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Alan Shepard: Bezos space company sends first US astronaut's daughter to space https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Albert Benaiges: Ex-Barcelona academy chief faces sex abuse claims https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The allegations against Albert Benaiges date back to his time as a teacher in the 1980s and 90s.

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'Deadliest tornado system to ever run through Kentucky' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The governor of the US state of Kentucky says Friday's tornadoes were the worst the state has seen.

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Ghislaine Maxwell: Key moments in the trial so far https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Week in pictures: 4-10 December 2021 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Ros Atkins on… Compulsory Covid vaccinations https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Ros Atkins examines the ethical arguments surrounding vaccine mandates.

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Mexico truck crash: Officials working to identify over 50 victims https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Kashmir killings: The families still waiting for bodies of loved ones https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Ghislaine Maxwell prosecutors rest their case https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Indonesia volcano: Volunteers struggle to recover the dead, metres deep in ash and mud https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The effort to recover bodies is continuing in Indonesia, after the eruption of Mount Semeru last week.

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Mexico truck crash: 'There are so many dead' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

At least 54 people have been killed, and scores more injured, after a truck rolled in southern Mexico.

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Mothers reborn: The surprising benefits of lifelike dolls https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Mothers reborn: The surprising benefits of lifelike dolls https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Goalball player Sevda Altunoluk: 'I am the world's best' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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’ https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Russia Ukraine: Sending US troops not on table - Biden https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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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China is 'biggest captor of journalists', says report https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Advocacy group Reporters Without Borders said at least 127 journalists are currently detained.

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US father fired on Zoom describes 'callous' call https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Dad of five Christian was one of 900 Better.com employees laid-off on a Zoom call, weeks before Christmas.

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Bitcoin 'founder' to keep 1m Bitcoin cache https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

A jury decided Craig Wright, who says he created the cryptocurrency, can retain bitcoin worth billions of dollars.

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Google sues alleged Russian cyber criminals https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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2022 Beijing Winter Olympics: China criticises US diplomatic boycott https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

China angrily denounces a US plan not to send diplomats to the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.

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Afghanistan: Foreign Office chaotic during Kabul evacuation - whistleblower https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Peter Foster: Conman arrested after manhunt in Australia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Hong Kong Covid: The Cathay pilots stuck in 'perpetual quarantine' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Amalia: The heir to the Dutch throne keeps it normal at 18 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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David Gulpilil: Profound legacy of a trailblazing Aboriginal actor https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Helping trans people escape death in their home countries https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Juan Jose Florian: Colombia's Para-cycling 'superhero' and his dramatic life story https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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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Rebel Wilson on weight loss: I know what it’s like to be invisible https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Indonesia volcano: 'The volcano destroyed our houses - we need help' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Watch this video to see how two survivors' lives have been impacted by Mt Semeru's eruption in Indonesia.

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US diplomats to boycott 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

"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? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Sylvester Oromoni: Nigerians demand justice over Dowen College death https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The father of Sylvester Oromoni, 12, believes he was attacked for refusing to join a “cult group”.

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Covid-19: Italy tightens restrictions for unvaccinated https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

A so-called Super Green Pass will be needed to access theatres, cinemas and restaurants.

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Far-right target critics with Twitter's new media policy https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Far-right activists are using Twitter's new media policy to target anti-extremism researchers.

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Covid: UK red list criticised as 'travel apartheid' by Nigeria https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Nigeria - which was added to the red list on Monday - describes the restrictions as "selective".

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Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler pick up Kennedy Center Honors https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The legendary Canadian singer makes a rare public appearance at a ceremony hosted by Joe Biden.

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Eric Zemmour: Far-right French presidential candidate grabbed at rally https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Climate change: Is ‘blue hydrogen’ Japan’s answer to coal? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Tennis governing body to keep playing in China https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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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Putin in India: What Russian president's visit means for world politics https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Veteran Republican leader Bob Dole dies https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Long-serving senator, who recovered from terrible injuries to run for president, dies at 98

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Military truck rams into group of Myanmar protesters in Yangon https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Several people have been injured during a demonstration against the country's military rulers.

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French climber handed Mont Blanc gems after 2013 find https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The stones are believed to be from an Air India plane which crashed into the mountain in 1966.

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Pope condemns treatment of migrants in Europe https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Visiting a camp in Greece, Francis calls the neglect of migrants the "shipwreck of civilisation".

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India Nagaland: Security forces kill 13 civilians amid ambush blunder https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Afghanistan: Taliban warned against targeting former security forces https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Pacific Ocean garbage patch is immense plastic habitat https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Chris Cuomo: CNN fires presenter over help he gave politician brother https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Why France faces so much anger in West Africa https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Mandatory vaccinations: Three reasons for and against https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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South Africa: The rape survivor who convicts rapists https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Belgian zoo hippos test positive for Covid https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Officials at Antwerp zoo do not know how the pair - now in quarantine - caught the virus.

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Michigan school shooting: Suspect's parents deny involuntary manslaughter https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Bail is set at $1m for the couple arrested in Detroit after failing to attend court on Friday.

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Gambia elections: Ex-President Yahya Jammeh's shadow looms over poll https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Exiled leader Yahya Jammeh - who ruled the country for 22 years - is a key figure in the poll.

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Eitan Biran: Cable car survivor returned to Italy after custody battle https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Eitan Biran, the sole survivor of a cable car crash, is now in Italy after a custody battle.

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Afghanistan: Macron reveals plans for joint European mission https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The French president says a number of European nations are working on a joint diplomatic mission.

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ICYMI: Jumping into an active volcano, and other ways to spend the festive season https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Indonesia volcano: Residents flee as Mt Semeru spews huge ash cloud https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Airlines have been warned about a plume of ash rising 15,000m (50,000ft) from Mt Semeru in Java

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Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Key moments from the first week https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Michigan school shooting: Reward offered to find suspect's parents https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Russia Ukraine: Biden warns Russia against Ukraine 'red lines' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Mali: Dozens of civilians killed after militants attack bus https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Parag Agrawal: Why Indian-born CEOs dominate Silicon Valley https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Why Ugandan troops have entered DR Congo - again https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Ros Atkins on… America’s abortion divide https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Lamine Diack: Disgraced athletics boss dies in Senegal https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The disgraced former head of world athletics governing body Lamine Diack dies in Senegal aged 88.

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US government shutdown averted hours before deadline https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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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Omicron: India reports first cases of new Covid variant https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Two travellers who landed in India's Bangalore city tested positive for the Omicron variant.

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The 'kind heart' who gave an Afghan family a new home https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Will Meghan's big win change public opinion? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Elle to stop promoting the use of animal fur in its magazines https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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How do you say 'Omicron'? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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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Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla: My wife's vaccine death is fake news https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

In an exclusive interview, Albert Bourla hits out at the "rubbish" that has been published about him.

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Curious leopard enters classroom in India https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The five-year-old leopard attacked a student before it was captured in the northern city of Aligarh.

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Covid: South Africa new cases double in 24 hours as Omicron spreads https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The new Omicron variant has now become dominant, the country's top medical scientists say.

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Home Alone house available to book on Airbnb https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The home from the 1990 Christmas classic starring Macaulay Culkin will be available for one night only.

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Pfizer boss: Annual Covid jabs for years to come https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

In an exclusive interview, Dr Albert Bourla says jabs have saved millions of lives.

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Queensland Floods: Second death recorded as crisis continues https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Facebook uncovers Chinese network behind fake expert https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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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Canadian MPs vote to ban LGBT 'conversion therapy' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Venezuela's hospital 'hell' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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When Jesus is used to steal from his flock https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Would you give 10% of your salary to charity? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Biden puts faith in Santa Claus amid supply chain problems https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Michigan school shooting: Suspect, 15, charged as an adult https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The 15-year-old killed four students in an "absolutely premeditated" attack, say prosecutors.

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WTA suspends China tournaments over Peng Shuai https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Austria: Doctor fined for amputating wrong leg of patient https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

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

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Air quality: Delhi records worst November air in years https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Residents of the Indian capital didn't breathe "good" air even for one day in November, official data says.

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Michigan school shooting: 'Worst kind of tragedy' says sheriff https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Watch the Oakland County sheriff give details of the shooting, where three pupils were killed.

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