MasterChef Australia host Jock Zonfrillo dies https://ift.tt/OzZ7lmV

The Scottish-born chef and presenter died suddenly, aged 46, on Sunday.

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First Republic makes last ditch bid to find rescue deal https://ift.tt/OzZ7lmV

Regulators are racing to find a buyer for First Republic after the recent collapse of two US banks.

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The people turning time into a currency https://ift.tt/OzZ7lmV

So-called "time-banking" schemes are letting people get paid in time credits for the work they do.

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Pope Francis urges Hungarians to 'open doors' to migrants https://ift.tt/OzZ7lmV

The pontiff addressed up to 100,000 people, including Hungary's nationalist PM Viktor Orban.

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Bulgari store in Paris robbed in broad daylight https://ift.tt/OzZ7lmV

Video shows suspects making a getaway on motorbikes from the city's flagship Bulgari store.

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Khartoum branch of Sudan Central Bank in flames https://ift.tt/OzZ7lmV

Video shows a fire raging at a bank in the heart of the capital, Khartoum.

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Drone captures moment lost child is found https://ift.tt/H6MqGbE

The child was located in scrubland near Ellensburg, Washington, after she ran off and was reported missing.

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Ludhiana gas: Mystery leak kills 11 in Indian city https://ift.tt/H6MqGbE

Women and children are among those killed after inhaling an unknown substance in an industrial city.

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Sudan crisis: Air strikes and fighting in Khartoum as truce collapses https://ift.tt/H6MqGbE

The army says it is attacking the capital from all directions to flush out its paramilitary rivals.

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Biden jokes about his age at White House Correspondents' Dinner https://ift.tt/H6MqGbE

The US president enjoyed some banter at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner.

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Eurovision 2023: Contest inspires Ukraine's LGBT troops https://ift.tt/H6MqGbE

When Ukraine takes part in Eurovision on 13 May, its frontline LGBT troops will be taking inspiration.

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Principal forced to resign over Michelangelo's David visits sculpture https://ift.tt/3Orpx5I

"It's beautiful," said the educator, who was forced to resign after students were shown the masterpiece.

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Why US presidents skip royal coronations https://ift.tt/3Orpx5I

There will be one glaring absence among the dignitaries at King Charles' coronation: US President Joe Biden.

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Parkinson's disease: The patients finding joy through dance in India https://ift.tt/3Orpx5I

A teacher in Maharashtra state is encouraging Parkinson's patients to discover the delights of dancing.

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US Army grounds its aircraft after recent mid-air collisions https://ift.tt/3Orpx5I

The "aviation stand down" for non-critical aircraft comes after 12 soldiers killed in crashes.

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Brazil's Lula recognises six new indigenous reserves https://ift.tt/3Orpx5I

Mining is banned and logging restricted in a vast Amazon area and some other indigenous reserves.

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Sudan crisis: The football coach forced to flee Khartoum https://ift.tt/3Orpx5I

Florent Ibenge, in charge of the country's leading club, hopes to be reunited with his players soon.

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Sudan fighting: No talks until bombing stops. Hemedti tells BBC https://ift.tt/3Orpx5I

The RSF paramilitary leader says "We don't want to destroy Sudan" and denies blame for violence.

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ChatGPT accessible again in Italy https://ift.tt/3Orpx5I

The chatbot was banned in Italy at the start of April over privacy concerns.

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Ed Sheeran sings and plays guitar at copyright trial in New York https://ift.tt/82plrGK

The singer testified about his artistic process as he disputed stealing from a Marvin Gaye hit song.

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Anand Mohan Singh: Indian official’s wife distraught as his killer is freed https://ift.tt/82plrGK

Uma Krishnaiah is "heartbroken" as a politician who was convicted over his murder walks out of prison.

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E Jean Carroll and Trump lawyers spar in NY court over rape claim https://ift.tt/82plrGK

"I'm telling you he raped me whether I screamed or not," Ms Carroll said in one tense court exchange.

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Killer of Dominican Republic minister jailed for 30 years https://ift.tt/82plrGK

Miguel Cruz shot dead his friend, Environment Minister Orlando Jorge Mera, in his office last year.

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Father challenges BP at meeting after son's death https://ift.tt/82plrGK

Ali Hussein Julood's father told the BBC his son's life was sacrificed for record profits.

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Sudan crisis: Heavy fighting as ceasefire set to end https://ift.tt/82plrGK

The three-day truce ends shortly despite continuing diplomatic efforts to extend it.

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Living on the frontlines of a US-China flashpoint https://ift.tt/iAojW39

People on far-flung islands in the Philippines risk being caught in a conflict between two superpowers.

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Bhutan wants a border deal with China: Will India accept? https://ift.tt/iAojW39

Amid tensions between its giant neighbours, Bhutan finds itself increasingly vulnerable.

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Eurovision 2023: King Charles and Camilla unveil song contest stage in Liverpool https://ift.tt/iAojW39

The royal couple have been visiting Liverpool as the city prepares to host Eurovision in May.

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Biden and South Korea's Yoon sign new agreement on nuclear weapons https://ift.tt/iAojW39

The deal is an attempt to show support for South Korea amid concerns about North Korean nuclear threats.

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Jasmine Hartin: Socialite pleads guilty over death of police officer https://ift.tt/iAojW39

The former "daughter-in-law" of billionaire Lord Michel Ashcroft pleaded guilty to manslaughter.

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Nazi camp guard Josef Schütz dies at 102 https://ift.tt/iAojW39

Josef Schütz was convicted last June for his role in the killing of thousands at a concentration camp.

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Trial begins in E Jean Carroll's rape suit against Donald Trump https://ift.tt/4Ir3ZgY

Ms Carroll's case is not a "he said, she said" dispute, her lawyer said during opening statements.

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Ukraine rapidly expanding its 'Army of Drones' for front line https://ift.tt/4Ir3ZgY

The country increases its drone production after millions of pounds are raised through donations.

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Norway criticises Sweden's response after research rocket goes awry https://ift.tt/4Ir3ZgY

Oslo says it was not properly informed after a research rocket accidentally hit its territory.

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Ed Sheeran appears in NYC court for start of copyright trial https://ift.tt/4Ir3ZgY

A New York jury will decide whether Thinking Out Loud copied from Marvin Gaye's hit Let's Get it On.

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Older Americans weigh in on President Joe Biden's age https://ift.tt/4Ir3ZgY

The US president is running for re-election in 2024, do people think his age is a problem?

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British American Tobacco to pay $635m for North Korea sanctions breaches https://ift.tt/4Ir3ZgY

British American Tobacco says it regrets the misconduct that took place between 2007 and 2017.

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Sebastien Bellin: Brussels bomb survivor on Ironman feat and forgiveness https://ift.tt/QcZvEu2

Losing blood, running low on time, Sebastien Bellin knew his choices over the next hour would decide if he lived or died. Then he remembered the words of his old coach.

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Facebook work filtering posts 'cost me my humanity' https://ift.tt/QcZvEu2

Screening out extreme content left him numb to suffering, a former Kenya-based worker tells the BBC.

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Honduras gang violence at 'war-like levels' - NGO https://ift.tt/QcZvEu2

The Norwegian Refugee Council says gang violence is forcing tens of thousands to flee their homes.

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Sudan crisis: UK citizens 'abandoned' as evacuations fail to materialise https://ift.tt/QcZvEu2

UK citizens in Sudan say they have been left behind, as other nations ramp up evacuations.

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£55bn withdrawn from Credit Suisse before collapse https://ift.tt/bKyVCFn

The announcement gives an insight to the scale of the bank run that caused the 167-year-old institution to fail.

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Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy in the US https://ift.tt/bKyVCFn

The embattled retail giant is seeking buyers for its assets, and will close all its stores by 30 June.

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NBCUniversal boss Jeff Shell out after 'inappropriate relationship' https://ift.tt/bKyVCFn

Jeff Shell has left the US media giant over an "inappropriate relationship" he had with a colleague.

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Nikolai Peskov: Putin spokesman's son 'joined Wagner in Ukraine' https://ift.tt/bKyVCFn

A top member of Russia's elite says he spent nearly six months with troops fighting Ukraine's army.

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Disneyland fire-breathing dragon engulfed by flames https://ift.tt/bKyVCFn

A giant dragon in California's Disneyland Park is engulfed by fire during a show as visitors look on.

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Twitter restores blue tick to high profile accounts https://ift.tt/bKyVCFn

Twitter restores the verified blue badge to accounts that insist they did not pay for a subscription.

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Jack Teixeira: The video game players sharing secrets online https://ift.tt/bKyVCFn

Online gamers are posting classified documents online to settle arguments over military hardware.

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Reynolds gatecrashes Wrexham presser for player's shirt https://ift.tt/pLrzub1

The Wrexham co-owner demands the shirt from goalkeeper Ben Foster after their promotion win.

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Amritpal Singh: Sikh separatist arrested after weeks on the run https://ift.tt/pLrzub1

Indian police have arrested self-styled Sikh preacher Amritpal Singh, who was accused of attempted murder.

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Pakistan: Lorries crushed and buried in deadly landslide https://ift.tt/pLrzub1

At least two people died as dozens of vehicles were engulfed while en route to Afghanistan.

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Sudan fighting: Limited evacuation of foreigners begins https://ift.tt/pLrzub1

Canada tells its citizens to "shelter in a safe place” as some foreign officials are evacuated by sea.

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Sudan fighting: Khartoum violence mapped as civilians flee city https://ift.tt/pLrzub1

The BBC has verified videos of fighting and spoken to fleeing residents to map the violence in Sudan's capital.

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Kenya cult deaths: 21 bodies found in investigation into 'starvation cult' https://ift.tt/pLrzub1

A preacher in custody allegedly told followers to starve themselves in order to "meet Jesus".

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Montevideo Maru: Australia finds wreck of Japanese WW2 disaster ship https://ift.tt/S19HlER

The Japanese ship was torpedoed off the Philippines in 1942, killing nearly 1,000 Australian prisoners.

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Eid al-Fitr: UAE astronaut sends Eid greeting from space https://ift.tt/S19HlER

Muslims around the world are celebrating Eid - the festival that marks the end of Ramadan.

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Argentina dengue: Record fever outbreak kills over 40 https://ift.tt/S19HlER

Argentina steps up anti-mosquito measures, including use of radiation to reduce the disease carriers.

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Haruki Murakami: Readers drawn to enigmatic appeal of Japanese author https://ift.tt/S19HlER

Mr Murakami is one of Japan's most loved literary exports, but his work is not without criticism.

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US Supreme Court preserves abortion drug access https://ift.tt/S19HlER

In a split decision, it also rejects restrictions on mifepristone, maintaining the status quo.

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Vladimir Kara-Murza: Family's heartbreak at Putin critic's jail term https://ift.tt/S19HlER

Vladimir Kara-Murza's wife Evgenia does not know if she or their children will see him again.

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Alejandro Toledo: Peru ex-president to be extradited from US https://ift.tt/S19HlER

Alejandro Toledo's lawyers unsuccessfully attempted to stop his extradition earlier in the week.

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Russian army launches campaign encouraging men to join https://ift.tt/S19HlER

The campaign comes as Russian armed forces apparently suffer heavy losses in Ukraine.

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Africa's week in pictures: 14-20 April 2023 https://ift.tt/m4rOYgA

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

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Ukraine war: Russian warplane 'accidentally fires on own city' https://ift.tt/m4rOYgA

A huge blast which shook residents of Belgorod is being blamed by on an accidental air strike.

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Villa Aurora: US 'princess' evicted from Rome villa with Caravaggio mural https://ift.tt/m4rOYgA

Princess Rita Jenrette has been involved in an inheritance dispute with the sons of her ex-husband.

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Russian lawyer for jailed opposition activist Kara-Murza flees https://ift.tt/m4rOYgA

Vadim Prokhorov says he left before the end of his client's trial after a warning from a prosecutor.

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India population: The job crisis driving millions to big cities https://ift.tt/NV812yP

Indians are migrating to big cities in search of a better life - but are there enough jobs for them?

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Ukrainian vodka producers toast a rise in global sales https://ift.tt/NV812yP

With Russian vodkas no longer on shelves around the world, Ukrainian brands have filled the gap.

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Solar eclipse: Thousands flock to remote Australian town for rare celestial event https://ift.tt/NV812yP

Tourists and scientists swell the population of a Western Australia town to view a rare solar eclipse.

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Nasa says flash over Kyiv was not its satellite https://ift.tt/NV812yP

There is widespread speculation over a flash that lit up the skies over the Ukrainian capital.

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Elton John lauds 'American genius' in fight against Aids https://ift.tt/NV812yP

The singer testified to US lawmakers to advocate for Pepfar, a US programme that fights global Aids.

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Mystery white flash lights up skies over Kyiv https://ift.tt/NV812yP

Videos from four angles shows the flash in Ukraine's capital - although it's not known what caused it.

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Iran protests: LGBTQ community rises up https://ift.tt/n35Zvk6

In a country where homosexuality is punishable by death, the community shows unprecedented defiance.

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What Americans can learn from Denmark on handling debt ceiling crisis https://ift.tt/n35Zvk6

Only two industrialised nations have debt ceilings - how come only the US fights about it?

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Ukraine's Eurovision 2023 act Tvorchi have war on their mind https://ift.tt/n35Zvk6

Nigerian-Ukrainian duo Tvorchi met in a chance encounter on the street. Now they're coming to the UK.

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Mystery spiral captivates aurora spectators in Alaska https://ift.tt/n35Zvk6

Alaskan skywatchers were stunned by a mysterious spiral connected to SpaceX rocket launch.

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Pakistan: Lorries crushed and buried in deadly landslide https://ift.tt/n35Zvk6

At least two people have died after dozens of vehicles were engulfed waiting to travel to Afghanistan.

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Secret Service nabs toddler who squeezed through White House fence https://ift.tt/n35Zvk6

The little intruder squeezed through iron bars to lead guards on a leisurely chase.

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Ralph Yarl: Man accused of shooting black teen is in custody https://ift.tt/n35Zvk6

Andrew Lester, 84, has been charged with shooting a teenager who rang the wrong doorbell.

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Ralph Yarl: Man charged with shooting boy who knocked wrong door https://ift.tt/n35Zvk6

A prosecutor says there was a "racial component" to the white homeowner's shooting of the black teen.

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Guardsman applies to be hitman - gets arrested instead https://ift.tt/vCmxhtQ

FBI arrests US Air National Guardsman who applied to work as a hired killer on "Rent-a-Hitman".

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Vladimir Kara-Murza: Russian opposition figure jailed for 25 years https://ift.tt/vCmxhtQ

The former journalist denies the charges against him, which are linked to his anti-war comments.

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Maharashtra: Eleven die of heatstroke at Indian award event https://ift.tt/vCmxhtQ

The government-sponsored event was held in India's Maharashtra state in an open ground.

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Papua: At least one killed in hunt for kidnapped NZ pilot Philip Mehrtens https://ift.tt/vCmxhtQ

At least one Indonesian soldier has been killed while trying to find kidnapped pilot Philip Mehrtens.

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Angry Birds: Sega in talks to buy video game maker Rovio https://ift.tt/vCmxhtQ

The Japan-based entertainment giant Sega is in discussions over a deal for Rovio reportedly worth $1bn.

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Supreme Court: Is India on the cusp of legalising same-sex marriage? https://ift.tt/vCmxhtQ

All eyes are on the Supreme Court as it readies to hear cases seeking legalisation of same-sex union.

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How artificial intelligence is matching drugs to patients https://ift.tt/vCmxhtQ

Health-tech firms around the world are increasingly using AI to help tailor drugs for patients.

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Australia climate protest: Rising Tide activists shovel coal off train https://ift.tt/03kE4Sq

Some 50 protesters are arrested after halting cargo bound for the country's top coal export terminal.

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Dubai fire: Sixteen killed in blaze at Al Ras apartment building https://ift.tt/03kE4Sq

A statement from Dubai Civil Defence says safety compliance may have been a factor.

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Fumio Kishida vows G7 security boost after smoke bomb https://ift.tt/03kE4Sq

Fumio Kishida said Japan must "maximise" security for G7 officials after an object was thrown at him.

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Jack Teixeira's hometown of Dighton reacts to his arrest https://ift.tt/03kE4Sq

The BBC visits Jack Teixeira's hometown of Dighton, in rural Massachusetts.

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The fishy business of a Chinese factory in The Gambia https://ift.tt/03kE4Sq

Members of a fishing community are upset with a fishmeal plant that is disrupting life on their shores.

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Why Putin cares about Russia's athletes competing abroad https://ift.tt/03kE4Sq

A row is raging over Russians competing in the Olympics and Wimbledon. Why does Russia care so much?

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Christians celebrate Holy Fire amid Jerusalem police limits https://ift.tt/03kE4Sq

Israeli police limit attendance over safety concerns, which churches urge Christians to ignore.

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Nizar Issaoui: Protests at funeral of Tunisian footballer who set himself on fire https://ift.tt/7Q6udWX

Nizar Issaoui, 35, died from burns as a protest against "police injustice", his family said.

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Japan PM Fumio Kishida evacuated after what appears to be smoke bomb thrown https://ift.tt/7Q6udWX

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida leaves the scene unharmed after what appears to be a smoke bomb is thrown.

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How the AR-15 became 'America's national gun' and loved by the NRA https://ift.tt/7Q6udWX

A weapon that used to be banished to the back of gun shows now sits in millions of American homes.

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Notre-Dame: Renovators rush to complete refit by 2024 https://ift.tt/7Q6udWX

France vowed to restore the cathedral within five years of the fire that gutted it. It might just do it.

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Bikes on fire in Paris after Macron's pension reforms pass court hurdle https://ift.tt/7Q6udWX

The BBC's Joe Inwood speaks to people in Paris protesting against the raise in state pension age.

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North Korea tests 'most powerful' missile to date https://ift.tt/URjV9e2

It says the new solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile will improve its nuclear counterattack capability.

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Minneapolis to pay $9m for Derek Chauvin misconduct claims https://ift.tt/URjV9e2

The police department says Chauvin's badge will be destroyed and its number removed from their system.

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Why ghost guns are America's fastest-growing gun problem https://ift.tt/URjV9e2

The sale of untraceable gun parts is fuelling the illegal gun trade in America and the world.

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Twitter staff cuts leave Russian trolls unchecked https://ift.tt/URjV9e2

Troll farms are thriving after Elon Musk wiped out the team fighting them.

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The dove or the dog: China makes peace while baring teeth https://ift.tt/URjV9e2

As China tries to play peacemaker, its military actions over Taiwan threaten to undercut its goals.

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Joe Biden in Ireland: President says 'I'm at home' https://ift.tt/URjV9e2

The US president praises the strength of the Irish-US relationship and speaks of pride in Irish roots.

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Macron Taiwan: French president stands by comments on diplomacy https://ift.tt/S4LtVOq

The French president said his country should not get caught up in escalations between the US and China.

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Kenya-UK defence deal: MPs amend rule over prosecuting UK troops https://ift.tt/S4LtVOq

British troops can now be tried for murder committed against Kenyans in Kenya.

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Pentagon leaks: US thinks UN head Guterres too accommodating to Moscow, files suggest https://ift.tt/S4LtVOq

The leaked files suggest Washington has been closely monitoring Antonio Guterres.

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Ever wonder what it's like to live on Mars? https://ift.tt/Rkf3dnc

For a full year, four people will live in a simulation of the planet to help Nasa prepare for human exploration there.

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Changi Airport: Hanging out at the world's best airport https://ift.tt/Rkf3dnc

Singapore's Changi Airport is a particular point of pride in a country obsessed with rankings.

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Kalakshetra: Indian dance academy shaken by sexual harassment allegations https://ift.tt/Rkf3dnc

Police have arrested a Kalakshetra teacher and dancer Hari Padman after a former student lodged a complaint.

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Michael Jordan's trainers sell for record $2.2m https://ift.tt/Rkf3dnc

The sale seals the basketball titan's position as the most valuable athlete at sports memorabilia auctions.

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Macron heckled during speech in the Netherlands https://ift.tt/Rkf3dnc

"Where is French democracy?" cried one protester, as another held a sign reading "president of violence".

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Western special forces inside Ukraine, leak shows https://ift.tt/Rkf3dnc

The UK has the largest contingent of special forces in Ukraine, according to a leaked classified file.

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Joe Biden returns to Ireland like a hometown hero https://ift.tt/zrjiGnu

Ireland is welcoming one of the most Irish US presidents ever - one with a legacy to protect.

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78-year-old Missouri woman arrested on bank robbery charges https://ift.tt/zrjiGnu

Bonnie Gooch, found in her car with cash strewn on the floor, has two past bank robbery convictions.

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China-Taiwan: How Beijing calibrates its Taiwan response https://ift.tt/zrjiGnu

Beijing has again carried out drills but the island's upcoming election has tempered their intensity.

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Evan Gershkovich: US says journalist is wrongfully detained in Russia https://ift.tt/zrjiGnu

Russia accuses Evan Gershkovich of the Wall Street Journal of spying, but the publication denies this.

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President Joe Biden says he plans to run for second term in 2024 https://ift.tt/zrjiGnu

The US president told NBC News he plans to run but was not ready to announce the bid yet.

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Dalai Lama sorry to young boy after kissing row https://ift.tt/BmCl7j8

A video showing the Tibetan spiritual leader asking a child to suck his tongue had sparked controversy.

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XBB.1.16: India hospitals on alert as Covid-19 cases rise https://ift.tt/BmCl7j8

Experts have urged caution, but asked people not to panic as the new subvariant is not deadly.

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Elon Musk: Tesla to build new battery factory in Shanghai https://ift.tt/BmCl7j8

Elon Musk's electric car firm says the Chinese plant will initially produce 10,000 units a year.

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The Aboriginal artist seeking a donated body 'of British descent' https://ift.tt/BmCl7j8

Nathan Maynard wants non-Indigenous Australians to ask themselves an awkward question.

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Maia and Rina Dee: Funerals of sisters killed in occupied West Bank to take place https://ift.tt/BmCl7j8

Maia and Rina Dee, who used to live in Britain, were shot on their way to a family holiday.

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Yemen war: Saudi-Houthi talks bring hope of ceasefire https://ift.tt/BmCl7j8

The talks in Yemen could mean that the eight-year war is coming to an end.

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Aurélien Pradié: The rising star shaking up French politics https://ift.tt/Ig4XDH3

Aged 37, Aurélien Pradié has exploded onto France's political stage after ruining Macron's plans.

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US urges China to show 'restraint' amid Taiwan drills https://ift.tt/Ig4XDH3

The US said it is 'monitoring Beijing's actions' after a visit to California by Taiwan's president.

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From Ghana to Germany: Tracking down the owner of a lost wallet https://ift.tt/Ig4XDH3

What a driver's licence discarded on a migrant boat reveals about those crossing from Africa to Europe.

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British-Israeli sisters killed in West Bank named https://ift.tt/Ig4XDH3

Maya and Rina Dee, who were immigrants living in the settlement of Efrat, were shot dead on Friday.

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Chinese military rehearsing encirclement of Taiwan https://ift.tt/XWz0k8n

The exercises began hours after Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen returned from a trip to the US.

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Boris Becker: Six-time Grand Slam singles champion on prison, fame and the future https://ift.tt/XWz0k8n

Former Wimbledon champion Boris Becker says he is building his "third chapter" after eight months in prison.

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The young men of Mexico risking their lives to be Catholic priests https://ift.tt/XWz0k8n

Dozens of priests have been killed in recent years in an area of Mexico plagued with cartel violence.

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Clarence Thomas and Bohemian Grove: What goes on at the all-male club? https://ift.tt/XWz0k8n

The secretive club is in the news after a report that Justice Clarence Thomas visited the retreat.

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The daughter who fled North Korea to find her mother https://ift.tt/XWz0k8n

Reunited in Seoul after a decade apart, Songmi asks her mother why she left her behind in the north.

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One tourist killed and seven wounded in car ramming attack in Tel Aviv https://ift.tt/XWz0k8n

It comes after two British-Israeli sisters were killed in a shooting in the occupied West Bank.

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Expelled Tennessee lawmaker Justin Jones vows to return - but can he? https://ift.tt/XWz0k8n

Expulsion is extraordinary, but Democrat Justin Jones can see a way back to the statehouse.

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Israel strikes Lebanon and Gaza after major rocket attack https://ift.tt/Zt2d3qc

Israel's military says it has hit targets linked to Palestinian militant group Hamas.

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Coolio: Gangsta's Paradise rapper died of fentanyl overdose - manager https://ift.tt/Zt2d3qc

He says the musician's death last September was due to the effects of fentanyl and other drugs.

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Africa's week in pictures: Earth, water, leaf https://ift.tt/Zt2d3qc

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

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One Romanian family's fatal attempt to reach the US https://ift.tt/Zt2d3qc

What drove the Iordache family to make a desperate bid to reach the US from Canada?

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Tennessee Democrat expelled over gun protest https://ift.tt/Zt2d3qc

Justin Jones said the vote was "a farce of democracy". Republicans likened him to the US Capitol rioters.

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Israel blames Hamas for Lebanon rocket barrage as tensions rise https://ift.tt/Zt2d3qc

The attack, which saw 34 rockets fired into northern Israel, comes at a time of rising tension.

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Uganda's Mary Goretti Kitutu to spend Easter in jail over roofing-sheets scandal https://ift.tt/Zt2d3qc

Mary Goretti Kitutu denies involvement in the theft of roofing intended for Ugandan communities.

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Indian Railways: Why trains still kill thousands of cattle every year https://ift.tt/Zt2d3qc

More than 13,000 cattle were ran over by trains in 2022, government data shows.

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Robert F Kennedy Jr to challenge Biden for White House https://ift.tt/Zt2d3qc

JFK's nephew said his top priority would be to "end the corrupt merger between state and corporate power".

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Hugh Jackman: Wolverine star gets skin cancer all clear https://ift.tt/tuHOzyd

The Wolverine star this week revealed he had undergone tests after a recent medical check-up.

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Cat jumps on imam leading Ramadan prayers in Algeria https://ift.tt/tuHOzyd

A video shows a cat jumping on the shoulders of an imam during Taraweeh prayers inside a mosque.

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Settlers of Catan: Creator of board game dies aged 70 https://ift.tt/tuHOzyd

Klaus Teuber, the dental assistant-turned board game designer, died after a short illness aged 70.

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Cleo Smith: Terence Kelly jailed for 13 years for abducting 4-year-old girl https://ift.tt/tuHOzyd

Terence Kelly is sentenced to 13 years behind bars for kidnapping 4-year-old Cleo Smith in 2021.

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Rupert Murdoch's engagement abruptly called off - US media https://ift.tt/ZIjfATy

The media tycoon and ex-police chaplain Ann Lesley Smith abruptly call off their nuptials.

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Donald Trump's historic court appearance in 60 seconds https://ift.tt/ZIjfATy

Donald Trump had an unprecedented day in New York City, pleading not guilty to 34 felony charges.

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'I'm not selling. Am I part of the housing problem?' https://ift.tt/ZIjfATy

Tight supply as owners hold back could keep pressure on home prices in the US.

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Malyana riots: India Muslim victims despair after court order https://ift.tt/ZIjfATy

Last week, a court acquitted 41 Hindu men accused in the 1987 massacre of 72 Muslims in Malyana village.

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Analysis: What the 34 felony charges against Donald Trump reveal https://ift.tt/ZIjfATy

Now the indictment against the former US president has been unsealed, here is what you need to know.

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Trump in court: 'A day for the history books' https://ift.tt/ZIjfATy

The BBC's Nada Tawfik analyses Donald Trump's historic day in court.

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Alors On Danse singer Stromae cancels tour dates over health https://ift.tt/ZIjfATy

The Belgian singer, known for Alors On Danse, is cancelling all his European tour dates until the end of May.

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US Speaker confirms meeting with Taiwan's Tsai despite China warnings https://ift.tt/ZIjfATy

Beijing has warned Washington it views such a meeting to be a provocation.

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Virginia teacher shot by six-year-old files $40m lawsuit https://ift.tt/Smhonva

The lawsuit argues that the defendants knew the six-year-old "had a history of random violence".

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Ramadan: How to look after your skin during holy month https://ift.tt/Smhonva

TikTok's most famous dermatologist Dr Muneeb Shah is sharing his top tips for the holy month.

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McDonald's closes US offices ahead of corporate job cuts https://ift.tt/Smhonva

The fast food chain is understood to be about to announce layoffs as part of a company restructuring.

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Darya Trepova: What we know about accused in Russian blogger Vladlen Tatarsky's killing https://ift.tt/Smhonva

Darya Trepova seems to be an opponent of the invasion, but friends say she was not radical.

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Evan Gershkovich: US urges journalist's release in call with Russia https://ift.tt/Smhonva

Russia's Sergei Lavrov says the US must not “not make a fuss” or try to politicise the detention.

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Montenegro elections: Long-standing leader Milo Djukanovic suffers defeat https://ift.tt/Smhonva

Milo Djukanovic, who led the Balkan nation into Nato, was in power for over three decades.

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The other Chinese apps taking the US and UK by storm https://ift.tt/Smhonva

Four out of the top 10 most downloaded free mobile apps in the US and UK are Chinese-owned.

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Kerala: Muslim woman's Hindu children inspire an Indian film https://ift.tt/OawiptI

Thennadan Subaida's children say the movie is a tribute to their mother's extraordinary life.

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Opec oil producers announce surprise cut in output https://ift.tt/OawiptI

The cuts by the Opec+ group amount to more than one million barrels per day and could push up prices.

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Burkina Faso expels correspondents from French newspapers https://ift.tt/OawiptI

The correspondents of Le Monde and Libération were given 24 hours to leave the former French colony.

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Sarah Polley told to return Oscar in April Fools’ prank https://ift.tt/OawiptI

The film-maker, who won an Oscar for Women Talking, got a letter asking her to "mail it back".

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Drone video shows scale of US tornado wreckage https://ift.tt/OawiptI

Witnesses from the tornado that swept Arkansas and Illinois describe what they saw and how they survived.

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Drone video shows scale of US tornado wreckage https://ift.tt/OawiptI

One woman who was at a rock gig in Illinois says she narrowly avoided the roof caving in on her.

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Fentanyl - a killer drug’s trail of destruction https://ift.tt/OawiptI

Americans are dying from fentanyl overdoses at an alarming rate. But the destruction begins further south.

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US tornadoes: Death toll grows as extreme storms ravage several states https://ift.tt/UCpMit3

At least 21 people have been killed after a series of tornadoes tore through several US states.

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Andrew Tate: See luxury villa where brothers are under house arrest https://ift.tt/UCpMit3

The BBC's Lucy Williamson is outside the compound where Andrew Tate and brother Tristan are confined.

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Iowa tornadoes captured by eyewitness in car https://ift.tt/UCpMit3

Footage shows the tornadoes sweeping through Iowa - one of several states affected.

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