Shanghai Disney: Video shows crowds trapped in Covid lockdown at theme park

Authorities say visitors will not be allowed out of the theme park until they show a negative Covid test.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv locals seen queuing for water

Russian missiles struck key facilities across Ukraine cutting off water for many people in the capital.

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Trump Organization: Criminal tax fraud trial begins in New York

The company is accused of paying untaxed perks to its top executives for 15 years.

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US Supreme Court to weigh end to race-based college admissions

The Supreme Court's decision could radically alter how universities manage admissions.

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South Korea Halloween crush: Who were the victims?

The stories of some of the victims who died in Saturday's tragic Halloween crush in South Korea.

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Switzerland sets record with world's longest passenger train

The 1.9km (1.2 mile) long train, which is composed of 100 coaches, has completed a 25km journey.

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People climb up collapsed Gujarat bridge to escape river

Footage shows people clinging onto the partially submerged suspension bridge in Gujarat.

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Apple: Chinese workers flee Covid lockdown at iPhone factory

Video shared online shows people jumping a fence to escape the plant, owned by Foxconn, in Zhengzhou.

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Hundreds plunge into river after India bridge collapses

A bridge collapses in India's Gujarat state sending hundreds plunging into a river, with at least 32 people confirmed dead.

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S Korea Halloween crush: 'I was trapped on ledge, watching people die'

Survivors have been speaking of their horror at watching friends and strangers suffocate.

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Somalia Mogadishu bombings: Twin blasts kill 100 in capital

The president blames al-Shabab militants for being behind what he describes as a cowardly attack.

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Meet the designers with learning disabilities

A design agency in Barcelona has creatives with learning disabilities, autism and schizophrenia.

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South Korea: Droves of revellers leave area after deadly Seoul crush

Footage shows rescue workers at the scene in Seoul as crowds of revellers leave the bustling area.

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South Korea Halloween crush: Video shows panic as crowd surges

Halloween revellers are seen struggling in huge crowds as emergency services attend the scene.

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Ukraine war: Russia halts grain deal after 'massive' Black Sea Fleet attack

The UN says it is vital not to imperil the deal, as Ukraine accuses Russia of "inventing attacks".

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Dozens in cardiac arrest in Seoul's Halloween crowds

Some 50 people in Halloween crowds treated for cardiac arrest in nightlife area of South Korean capital, Seoul, officials say.

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Guantanamo Bay: US releases oldest detainee Saif Ullah Paracha

Saif Ullah Paracha, 75, returns to Pakistan amid a US push to release uncharged detainees.

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Aerial video shows Nancy Pelosi's home after attack

Footage shows police standing outside the home of Nancy Pelosi after her husband was attacked.

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Gisele Bundchen and Tom Brady announce divorce

The pair confirm their separation and say they "arrived at this decision amicably".

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The crash dummy aimed at protecting women drivers

Researchers in Sweden are close to completing an industry-first average female crash test dummy.

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Nancy Pelosi's husband 'violently assaulted' after break-in

An assailant broke into the couple's California home on Friday morning, a statement says.

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Russia ends civilian pull-out before Kherson battle

An eight-day operation ends in Kherson city as Russian officials prepare for a Ukrainian attack.

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Taiwan invites Chinese vets to treat beloved panda

Tuan Tuan was gifted to Taiwan by Beijing in 2008, but relations have soured between the neighbours.

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Sliding yen: What is happening to the Japanese currency?

The country's central bank is expected to keep interest rates below zero even as the currency slides.

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Rishi Sunak: How the US shaped Britain's new leader

Rishi Sunak points to his time in California studying and working as a defining part of his life.

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Unusually warm weather for France and Spain

Bathers enjoy water temperatures of up to 21C on the French Riviera as October ends with a mild spell.

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World faces most dangerous decade since WW2 - Putin

Russia's president says the West is unable to stay in charge, but is "desperately trying" to cling on.

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One dead and Arsenal player hurt in Italy stabbing

Among those injured in the attack near Milan was Pablo Mari, a footballer on loan from Arsenal.

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Clashes in Iran: Mourning Nika Shakarami

Widespread unrest continues across Iran as security forces reportedly opened fire on protesters.

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Poland demolishes Soviet-era monuments

The statues were torn down in response to a law that prohibits totalitarian regimes.

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Gunmen kill 15 in attack on Shia mausoleum in southern Iran

Three assailants opened fire at pilgrims in the Shah Cheragh mausoleum in Shiraz, state media report.

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Waukesha trial: Man convicted of deadly car-ramming at Wisconsin parade

Dozens more were injured when an SUV ploughed into a Christmas parade in Wisconsin last November.

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Kanye West: What's next for Yeezy and trainer fans?

With big brands including Adidas cutting ties with the rapper, Newsbeat explores what happens next.

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Germany plans to legalise recreational cannabis

In the EU only Malta has legalised recreational cannabis, while the Dutch tolerate limited use.

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Turkey arrests doctors' chief for 'terror propaganda'

Sebnem Fincanci is held after calling for an inquiry into claims that the army used chemical weapons.

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Paraguay rebel: Anger as body taken into jail for farewell

The body of a Paraguayan rebel leader was taken into prison for his jailed sister to bid farewell.

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Iran protests: Mourners defy police to gather at Mahsa Amini's grave

A crowd of protesters defy riot police to mark 40 days since Mahsa Amini's death in custody.

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Mercedes-Benz becomes latest Western company to pull out of Russia

The company said it did not expect the move to have a significant effect on profitability.

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Pioneering former US defence secretary dies at 68

He lifted a ban on transgender people serving in the military and opened up all roles to women.

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Texas synagogue siege: US gun supplier jailed for almost eight years

Henry "Michael" Dwight Williams sold the gun to Faisal Akram just days before a siege at a synagogue.

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Adidas cuts ties with rapper Kanye West

The fashion giant said it does "not tolerate antisemitism" after the rapper's recent remarks.

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Ethiopia civil war: Warring sides begin peace talks

These are the first formal negotiations since the devastating conflict began nearly two years ago.

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Russian court rejects Brittney Griner appeal over jail term

The US basketball star argued her nine-year jail term was disproportionate, but the court upheld the sentence.

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Fire kills 11 at Uganda school for visually impaired children

Such incidents are not uncommon in Uganda where boarding school dormitories can be overcrowded.

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Krasovsky: Russia bans 'burn Ukrainian kids' TV presenter

Russian state TV suspends a famous presenter - but its anti-Ukrainian rhetoric continues.

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Erfan Rezaei: Iran protester shot dead after removing poster - source

Security forces allegedly killed Erfan Rezaei, 21, after he tore down a photo of the supreme leader.

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Myanmar crisis: 50 killed in air raid on Kachin rebels, reports say

Villagers said there was no warning before the air force dropped bombs on a concert in Kachin state.

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Michigan school shooting: Teenager pleads guilty to killing classmates

The gunman killed four students last year and faces charges, including terrorism - which is unusual.

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Ukraine war: Russian spy chief blames West for nuclear tension

The head of Russia's foreign intelligence service falsely accuses the West of nuclear war threats.

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Paraguay rebel leader Villalba killed in clash with army

Osvaldo Villalba was the main leader of the Paraguayan People's Army (EPP), a Marxist rebel group.

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Arshad Sharif killing: Prominent Pakistani journalist shot dead in Kenya

Arhsad Sharif was killed by Kenyan police officers in what they say was a case of mistaken identity.

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Diwali 2022: India celebrates the festival with a dazzling display of lights

Millions of Indians are illuminating their surroundings with lamps and fireworks to celebrate the festival.

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Cop 27: Uganda-Tanzania oil pipeline sparks climate row

Uganda insists on exploiting its fossil-fuel riches, despite Europe's environmental concerns.

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New ground as tech aims to help boost soil health

As much of the world's earth has been degraded, efforts are being made to improve matters.

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Salman Rushdie has lost sight in one eye, agent Andrew Wylie says

Literary agent Andrew Wylie gives an update on the novelist's health two months after his stabbing.

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China congress: What do people say about China's new leadership team?

It's considered sensitive to talk about China's party leaders in public, but not impossible.

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Philippines: Student 'anti-cheating' exam hats go viral

College students were asked to create headwear to help resist the urge to peek at others' papers.

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Ukraine war: The cost of occupation in Kherson region

As Ukraine retakes territory, villagers tell the BBC about their precarious survival under Russian rule.

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Xi Jinping's party is just getting started

China did not want another Mao, but the party did little to stop the rise of a more powerful leader.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'empty spaces'

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

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Who's building pipelines to steal Nigeria's oil?

The discovery of a 4km-long pipeline built by thieves to steal Nigeria's crude leaves many in shock.

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Dietrich Mateschitz: Red Bull co-owner & energy drink giant dies aged 78

Red Bull co-owner Dietrich Mateschitz, a major global business figure as a result of his energy drinks empire, dies aged 78.

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Kilimanjaro: Firefighters tackle blaze on Tanzania mountain

The fire started on Friday night along one of the mountain's most popular climbing routes.

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Hu Jintao: The mysterious exit of China's former leader from party congress

Why was Hu Jintao asked to leave the stage at the end of China's Communist Party congress?

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Ukraine war: Russia air strikes target more power facilities

Amid military reverses in the south, Russia continues its effort to cripple Ukraine's energy grid.

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Iran: Climber Elnaz Rekabi apology was forced, source says

Elnaz Rekabi had said her hijab fell off by mistake, but a source says she was threatened to say so.

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Chad protests: Overnight curfew after protests turn deadly

Around 50 people died in pro-democracy protests as the international community condemns violence.

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Steve Bannon enters court, talks of 'illegitimate regime'

The former Trump adviser walked past protestors yelling 'traitor' before speaking to media.

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Ralph Lauren apologises after Mexico indigenous 'plagiarism' claim

The fashion giant was accused by the wife of the Mexican president of copying indigenous designs.

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Ugandan ivory trader sentenced to life in prison

The wildlife authority describes this as a landmark punishment in the protection of rare species.

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The downfall of Steve Bannon

Steve Bannon, a right-wing media personality-turned-Trump adviser, is back in court once again.

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The flying car that could turn into a biplane

An American start-up reveals a novel design, but what is the future of flying cars?

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Imran Khan: Former Pakistan PM barred from running for office for five years

The election commission bars the former leader for unlawfully selling gifts he received as prime minister.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky accuses Russia of plot to blow up dam

Ukraine's leader warns of a "large-scale disaster" if Russia targets the Kakhovka hydroelectric plant.

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Chess cheating row: Hans Niemann sues accusers Magnus Carlsen and Chess.com for libel

Hans Niemann is suing rival grandmaster Magnus Carlsen and others, after they accused him of cheating.

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Ukraine war: Iranian drone experts 'on the ground' in Crimea - US

Tehran has experts on the ground in Crimea helping with drone attacks on Ukraine, the White House says.

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Liz Truss resignation: World politicians and media react to Truss departure

News of Liz Truss's resignation prompted quick reaction from political leaders and media commentators around the world.

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Qatar scandal: Exclusive BBC interview on trauma of invasive medical examinations

British and Australian women speak out about their trauma following invasive medical examinations by Qatari officials in 2020.

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China anger over death of girl, 14, sent to Covid quarantine

Footage of the teenager visibly ill have sparked anger online - relatives say pleas for help were ignored.

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Abolfazl Adinezadeh: Teenage protester shot dead by security forces - sources

Security forces fired a shotgun at point-blank range at Abolfazl Adinezadeh, 17, sources say.

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Eurovision: Bulgaria is latest country to pull out of Liverpool song contest

Bulgaria is not on the list of 37 nations to be confirmed for next year's song contest in Liverpool.

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Giraffe kills toddler in South Africa game park

Giraffes are not usually aggressive except when females are protecting their calves.

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Argentina celebrates return of Maradona's World Cup final shirt

It was donated by Germany's Lothar Matthäus, who swapped shirts with Maradona during the 1986 final.

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Ukrainian troops under close gunfire

War in eastern Ukraine involves not only artillery strikes, but close combat, as the BBC's Jonathan Beale finds.

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Under-pressure Putin 'doubles down' with security decree

Vladimir Putin is tightening security across Russia, with the introduction of different security levels.

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Sweden ditches 'feminist foreign policy'

The new foreign minister said the label had become more important than its content.

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I was dragged into China consulate, protester Bob Chan says

A Hong Kong pro-democracy protester gives his account of violent scenes at Manchester's Chinese consulate.

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Asra Panahi: Iran schoolgirl died after being beaten by security forces, teachers say

Security forces allegedly attacked Asra Panahi, 15, after she refused to sing a pro-establishment song.

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Anna May Wong: Actress becomes first Asian American on US currency

She will appear as part of an effort to feature notable women on American quarters.

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Silvio Berlusconi boasts of closeness to Vladimir Putin

A leaked audio recording of the former PM threatens to cause another headache for Italy's Giorgia Meloni.

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Liz Truss: What the world is saying about UK turmoil

BBC reporters around the globe explain how the political and economic upheaval is being viewed.

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Comedian James Corden apologises after Balthazar restaurant ban

The manager of Balthazar in New York says "all is forgiven" after the TV host was "extremely nasty".

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Germany fires cybersecurity chief 'over Russia ties'

Arne Schönbohm is accused of being too close to Russia through an association he helped set up.

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Japan heritage worker backs car into oldest toilet at Kyoto temple

The man, whose job is to help preserve cultural heritage, mistakenly reversed into the toilet, police say.

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Kanjuruhan stadium: Indonesia to demolish site of arena disaster

More than 130 people died at the Kanjuruhan stadium after police fired tear gas, causing a stampede.

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China defends violence at Chinese consulate in Manchester

The incident saw a Hong Kong pro-democracy protester pulled into consulate grounds and beaten up.

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Colombia drugs: Kingpin Don Mario sentenced to 35 years

Daniel Rendón Herrera led a paramilitary army and smuggled 80 tonnes of cocaine to the US.

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Nord Stream blast 'blew away 50 metres of pipe'

Danish police say explosions damaged two underwater pipelines built to bring Russian gas to Germany.

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Russian tower block in flames as aircraft crashes

A military plane went down on or near a multi-storey building in the southern town of Yeysk.

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Ulf Kristersson: Swedish parliament elects new PM backed by far right

Ulf Kristersson forms a centre-right coalition, but with a far-right party wielding significant influence.

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Kanye West to buy right-wing platform Parler

Ye "will never have to fear being removed from social media again", Parler boss George Farmer posts.

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How Xi Jinping made himself unchallengeable

The speed and scale of his power grab over a decade in power took many by surprise.

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Nigeria floods: 'Overwhelming' disaster leaves more than 600 people dead

Nigeria is used to seasonal flooding, but this year has been significantly worse than usual.

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Families reunite on the Mexico-US border

More than 200 people gathered at the Rio Grand River on the Mexico-US border to reunite with their family members.

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Turkey mine deaths: President Erdogan criticised over 'destiny' comments

The coal mine explosion in northern Turkey on Friday night left 41 dead and 28 others injured.

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Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: Civilian bloodbath warning as offensive escalates

Cities in Tigray are reportedly being carpet bombed as food and medical supplies are running out.

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China Communist Party Congress: What matters to people in Beijing?

As China's Communist Party Congress kicks off in Beijing, people tell the BBC what they want from the event.

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At least 11 dead after attack on Russian army recruits training to fight in Ukraine

Two attackers opened fire on recruits who had volunteered to fight in Ukraine, local media report.

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Greece: Vehicles dragged into the sea as flash floods hit Crete

At least one person is killed as heavy rains hit the Greek island.

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BioNTech: Could Covid vaccine technology crack cancer?

BioNTech's mRNA cancer trials started long before the pandemic, and have shown some early encouraging signals.

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The Ikea-style flat-pack home for refugees

A shelter for displaced people that comes in a flat-pack and takes a few hours to assemble.

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Funeral for girl and father after Irish explosion

The funeral of Creeslough victims Robert Garwe and his daughter Shauna Flanagan-Garwe has taken place.

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Turkish mine explosion kills 22 and leaves dozens trapped

Emergency workers are desperately searching for those still trapped hundreds of metres below ground.

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Nigeria floods: Braving the rising waters in Kogi state

More than a million people are now homeless in the worst flooding the nation has seen in a decade.

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Iran protests: Fury over Iran police sex assault video

Footage appearing to show police assaulting a woman in broad daylight sparks anger on social media.

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Beyond Meat executive exits after biting incident

Douglas Ramsey was suspended from his post last month after he was accused of biting a man's nose.

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Zanzibar swimming crabs deaths being investigated

Thousands of dead swimming crabs have washed up on the beaches of the Tanzanian islands.

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Study links coronavirus lockdowns to birth rate drop in Europe

January 2021 saw a 14% birth rate drop in Europe in comparison with previous years, research suggests.

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Russian-installed Kherson leader in evacuation plea amid Ukraine advance

Civilians in the Russian-occupied region are urged to "save themselves" from Ukrainian rocket attacks.

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Alex Jones: 'Moment of reckoning' for Infowars conspiracist

The Infowars host faces huge damages - but will it make a difference to online lies?

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France sends Germany first gas amid Russia energy crisis

The new flow was sent in "European solidarity" after Russia cut energy supplies to Europe.

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West Bank pressures grow amid Israeli closures

Thousands of Palestinians have movements restricted as Israel steps up operations after killings.

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Malala Yousafzai visits Pakistan after deadly floods

The activist travelled to the country for the second time, since she was shot by the Taliban in 2012.

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US inflation rises more than expected in September

Efforts to tame inflation in the US have pushed up the dollar and global borrowing costs.

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Syrian soldiers killed in army bus bombing near Damascus

At least 18 soldiers are reported dead in one of the deadliest attacks in months near the capital.

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Slovakia: Two dead after shooting outside LGBT bar

Police say the suspect was found dead after the rare gun attack, thought to have been a hate crime.

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Kanye West interview pulled over 'more hate speech'

An appearance on talk show The Shop is pulled, days after he posted anti-Semitic messages on Twitter.

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Is religious freedom under attack in Nigeria?

Religious freedom is protected under the Nigeria's constitution but religious bodies have increasingly been under attack.

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Gas taps can be still turned on to EU, says Vladimir Putin

The Russian president says the "ball is in the EU's court", but Germany quickly rejects the offer.

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Lab-grown brain cells play video game Pong

Australian and UK researchers grow brain cells in a lab that have learned to play a 1970s video game.

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Parkland shooting: Jury to begin deliberations on sentencing

Nikolas Cruz, 24, pleaded guilty in October last year to 17 counts of murder and attempted murder.

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Pedro Castillo: Peru's embattled president faces fresh legal battle

Peru's attorney general has filed a complaint against Pedro Castillo, which could lead to his suspension.

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Irish women's team apologise over pro-IRA chants

The FAI and Republic of Ireland women's manager Vera Pauw apologise for a pro-IRA chant by the team's players after the World Cup play-off win.

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Uganda Ebola outbreak: Capital Kampala records first death

Nineteen people have now died in this outbreak but there are no other recorded cases in Kampala.

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Mahathir Mohamad: Former Malaysia PM to run for office aged 97

The veteran politician first entered parliament in 1964, and has been prime minister twice.

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Dozens in hospital after gas leak at Pennsylvania childcare centre

More than two dozen children are rushed to hospital after a carbon monoxide leak in Pennsylvania.

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Switzerland discriminating against men on pension benefits, ECHR finds

The ECHR decision relating to pensions is set to cost the government millions in backdated payouts.

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IMF warns worst is yet to come for world economy

The International Monetary Fund said 2023 will feel like a recession for many people in a new report.

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Storm Julia: Dozens killed and thousands evacuated

The storm travelled through Central America, causing thousands to evacuate their homes.

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Ukraine war: Russian hawks celebrate deadly response to Crimea setback

Missiles launched at Ukraine were the first day at work for a newly-appointed, hard line Russian general.

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Nika Shakarami: Videos show Iran teenager protesting before death

Nika Shakarami's mother confirms she is the girl seen burning her headscarf on a Tehran street.

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Harvey Weinstein to go on trial in Los Angeles

The former movie producer, serving 23 years in jail in New York, faces 11 further charges of abuse.

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Ukraine in maps: Tracking the war with Russia

Russia launches missiles at cities across Ukraine days after a blast damaged a key bridge linking Russia and Crimea.

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Venezuela landslides: Dozens killed as homes swept away

At least 25 people have died and 52 are missing as torrential rain hits the Latin American country.

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Kyiv bridge: Near miss for pedestrian in missile strike

A pedestrian on Kyiv's Klitschko bridge has a narrow escape when a Russian missile hits the walkway.

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Iker Casillas: Ex-Real Madrid and Spain keeper deletes 'I'm gay' tweet and says he was hacked

Ex-Real Madrid and Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas deletes a Tweet that announced he was gay - saying his account was hacked.

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Tiger that killed nine people in India shot dead

Elephants are used in the operation to hunt down the man-eater in Bihar state.

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Ethiopia civil war: Is the country any closer to finding peace?

Both sides in the two-year long civil war in northern Ethiopia have agreed to attend peace talks in South Africa.

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Protests in Iran: Two members of security forces killed

Two members of Iran's security forces are killed in protests sparked by the death of a young woman.

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Centaurus Mall fire: Large blaze erupts at Islamabad shopping mall

A blaze breaks out at the Centaurus Mall in the Pakistani capital but no casualties are reported.

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Names released of victims in Irish explosion

A mother and her teenage son and a 14-year-old girl also died in the explosion at a service station.

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Ukraine war: 'Russian missiles' leave Zaporizhzhia flats in ruins

Residential buildings are left in total ruin after overnight missile strikes on Zaporizhzhia.

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Crimea bridge: Russia ramps up security after blast

Moscow moves to secure the key connector and repair it as soon as possible after the explosion.

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Who wields the most power in Iran?

Iran's leaders are ordering the police and Revolutionary Guard to crack down on nationwide protests.

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Ethiopia civil war: My patients are doomed to die in Tigray blockade

Ethiopia's conflict has led to those in hospital needlessly dying, a doctor in Tigray tells the BBC.

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Protests in Iran: Three shot dead by security forces

Security forces are cracking down on the nationwide demonstrations as they enter a fourth week

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Hong Kong detains first teenagers under national security law

The national security law was introduced by Beijing in 2020 to clamp down on protesters.

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Thai nursery attack: The story of the three-year-old survivor

Three-year-old Emmy was found awake, curled up next to the bodies of her classmates.

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Crimean bridge: Excitement and fear in Ukraine after bridge blast

The sight of the crippled bridge is a morale boost - but fear remains, writes the BBC's Paul Adams.

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Ukraine war: World must act now to stop Russia nuclear threat - Zelensky

Ukraine's president tells the BBC "they are not ready to do it... But they begin to communicate."

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Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin gets a tractor for his 70th birthday

Gifts for Russia's embattled president include a tractor from Belarusian ally Alexander Lukashenko.

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Hans Zimmer: ‘I can adapt, but I don’t want to’

Blockbuster composer Hans Zimmer on making music for the digital age.

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'Raw grief' at temple after Thailand nursery attack

The BBC's Jonathan Head witnesses distressing scenes as families arrive to collect the victims.

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Nobel Peace Prize: Moment NGO told on the phone it has won award

Oleksandra Romantsova, from the Center for Civil Liberties, responds emotionally upon learning of the award.

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Europe energy crisis: Italians told to turn thermostats down

Italy becomes the latest European country to impose energy-saving rules ahead of winter.

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Complutense University: Spain investigates student 'whores' chants at women

Videos have circulated for days of male students chanting obscene misogynistic abuse in Madrid.

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Saskatchewan suspect killed 11, including brother, police say

Police say the brothers planned the rampage together, but one killed the other for reasons that remain unclear.

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Ukraine war round-up: Strikes kill seven and Russians flee to Alaska

At least seven dead after rocket strikes in Zaporizhzhia and two Russians sail to the US.

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US midterms: The country with youngest politicians in world

As part of a new series, we explore whether Norway has a solution for the US and its ageing leaders.

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EU leaders asked to agree on capping gas prices

At a summit in Prague on Friday, 27 leaders will consider how to protect consumers from soaring bills.

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Thailand: Nursery attack witness 'begged for mercy'

A survivor says the attacker shot at the door as children in the childcare centre were sleeping.

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Annie Ernaux: French writer wins Nobel Prize in Literature

The French writer wins for "the courage with which she uncovers the collective restraints of memory".

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UK's Truss joins big European club seeking 'new order without Russia'

Leaders from the UK and across Europe gather in Prague for a new political grouping.

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Ukraine war: Russia-West clash warning and World Cup bid - round-up

US aid for Ukraine may lead to a military clash between Russia and the West and Ukraine offers to host major football.

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Putin vows to 'stabilise' annexed regions as Ukraine makes gains

Ukraine continues to take back territory from Russia but Moscow says it will regain it.

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Uganda's president sorry for son Muhoozi Kainerugaba's threat to invade Kenya

Uganda's leader embarks on a damage-control exercise after a series of bizarre tweets by his son.

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World Cup: Ukraine joins Spain and Portugal's bid to host 2030 tournament

Uefa offers "unconditional support" as Ukraine joins Spain and Portugal in their bid to host the 2030 Fifa World Cup.

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Iran protests: Schoolgirls heckle paramilitary speaker

A video appears to show teenagers shouting "get lost, Basiji", as protests spread to the classroom.

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Three scientists win Nobel for 'click' chemistry

Their work on linking molecules like in living cells can be used in cancer treatment drugs.

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Queen of Country music Loretta Lynn dies aged 90

The singer's hits included Coal Miner's Daughter, Honky Tonk Girl and feminist anthem The Pill.

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Uttarakhand avalanche: At least four dead and dozens missing in Indian Himalayas

The 41-strong team were practising high-altitude navigation when they were hit on their way down.

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North Korea: What missiles does it have?

North Korea has been conducting regular missile tests as part of its weapons development programme.

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Asian Winter Games to be held in Trojena, Saudi Arabia in 2029

Saudi Arabia will host the Asian Winter Games in 2029 at a mountain resort that is currently being constructed.

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Ukraine war: Liberated town shows human cost of Russia's defeat

The BBC's Orla Guerin finds desolate scenes in Lyman, a town Ukraine recaptured from Russia.

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Four women to run post office and count penguins in Antarctica

The team will also monitor a colony of gentoo penguins on Goudier Island for five months.

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WATCH: Coyote strays into California school toilets

The animal was given the nickname "Wile E." after the Warner Brothers character.

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US women's soccer 'plagued by systemic abuse'

Abuse and misconduct "had become systemic" in the United States' top-flight National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), an independent investigation finds.

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A rare glimpse of daily life in occupied Ukraine

Post-apocalyptic is how one resident describes his city, from which many people have fled.

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Capt Ibrahim Traoré: Burkina Faso's new military ruler

Capt Ibrahim Traoré is the latest young officer to seize power in France's former colonies in Africa.

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Iran protests: Supreme leader blames unrest on US and Israel

In his first comments on the protests, Ayatollah Khamenei accuses Iran's enemies of planning "rioting".

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Chechen leader vows to send teenage sons to frontline

Ramzan Kadyrov claims his sons, aged 14,15 and 16, are well trained and ready to fight for Russia.

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Hilaree Nelson: An inspiration for women mountaineers

Fellow climbers saddened by her death in the Himalayas recall an inspirational figure to a generation of women.

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Iran protests: Reports of students trapped amid clashes in Tehran

Reports say a large number of student protesters at Sharif university have been trapped on the campus.

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NFL and NFLPA say changes to concussion protocol needed after Tua Tagovailoa incident

The NFL and its players' association say changes are needed to concussion protocol after reports the doctor who cleared Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been fired.

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After chess, cheating rows rock poker and fishing

Viral videos in the US have shown a surprising card game win - and fish stuffed with weights.

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Scores killed at Indonesia football match

At least 125 people have died in a stadium disaster at a football match in East Java in Indonesia.

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London Marathon 2022: Amos Kipruto and Yalemzerf Yehualaw win first titles in elite races

Kenya's Amos Kipruto and Ethiopia's Yalemzerf Yehualaw win their maiden London Marathon titles with breakaway victories in the elite men's and women's races.

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Liu Jingyao and Liu Qiangdong: Chinese billionaire sexual assault case settled in US

A closely-watched case where business titan Richard Liu was accused of rape was settled hours before trial.

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Formula 1 budget cap row: Mercedes and Ferrari comments 'unacceptable' - Red Bull

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner says he is "absolutely confident" his team did not breach Formula 1's budget cap in 2021.

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Ukraine war: Russian troops forced out of eastern town Lyman

The retreat came amid fears thousands of soldiers would be encircled in Lyman, and is seen as a significant blow.

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Palestinian deaths toll in West Bank hits 100 this year

The deadliest tally in years comes amid a big increase in Israeli military raids.

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Lev Tahor: Jewish sect leaders arrested in Mexico jungle raid freed

The release is the latest twist in events surrounding the group after a dramatic breakout in Mexico.

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Cyclone Ian batters South Carolina in second US landfall

After wreaking deadly havoc in Florida, Ian smashes piers in South Carolina and floods neighbourhoods.

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Tesla shows off humanoid robot prototype

CEO Elon Musk says he hopes Optimus can be mass produced once refined.

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Storm Ian: Protests as Cuba capital Havana remains in darkness

Cuba's capital lost power when Hurricane Ian hit days ago, and parts still remain in the dark.

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