Ukraine war: Tales of endurance and hardship as winter looms

Ukrainian civilians and troops paint a picture of endurance and hardship as winter approaches.

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Banker Oleg Tinkov renounces Russian citizenship over Ukraine

Billionaire oligarch Oleg Tinkov condemns "Putin fascism", furious at Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Israel election: Netanyahu seeks comeback as country votes

The controversial former prime minister could return to power, as opponents try to block him.

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US midterms: The $6bn election advert spending spree

The two parties have focused on very different issues. Katty Kay decodes their campaign messages.

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Ukraine war: Grain ships leave Ukraine ports despite Russian pull-out

Ukraine says 12 vessels sail from its ports but Russia warns this is too risky after leaving a key deal.

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Brazil election: A moment in history as Lula returns

The leftist who led Brazil in 2003-2011 makes a dramatic return - but unity may prove elusive.

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Musk Twitter takeover: Billionaire denies report he plans to fire workers to avoid payouts

The billionaire completed his takeover of the platform, bringing to an end months of legal wrangling.

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Nigeria floods: 'I have nowhere to go'

More than a million people are homeless after some of the worst flooding the country has ever seen.

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Brazil elections: Cheers and tears as Lula beats Bolsonaro

Supporters of the left-wing leader erupt with joy as Bolsonaro fails to win a second term in power.

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Indonesia syrup deaths: Parents demand accountability as toll rises

Distraught parents demand answers after at least 157 children died from acute kidney injury.

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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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Chennai: The Indian man who makes quirky bicycles from scraps

The unique bicycles designed and made by Rajendran from Tamil Nadu state can make anyone stop and stare.

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Akshata Murty: Who is Rishi Sunak's wife?

Rishi Sunak's wife is a billionaire's daughter who has divided her life between three continents.

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Seoul crush witnesses describe 'out of control' scene

Two 21-year-olds say the sight of first-aiders treating crowds was like something out of a film.

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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 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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Philippines storm Nalgae kills dozens in floods and mudslides

Tropical storm Nalgae wreaks havoc in the southern Philippines and will soon lash Manila.

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Will Donald Trump go back on to Twitter?

Donald Trump shares a love for Twitter with Elon Musk, its new owner, but times have changed.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv set for longer power cuts after air strikes

Russian strikes on energy infrastructure leave Ukrainians facing power cuts of more than four hours.

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Qatar 2022: Why are people protesting about the World Cup host?

World Cup host Qatar is receiving complaints over its human rights record and laws on homosexuality.

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Week in pictures: 22-28 October 2022

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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Norway charges man accused of being Russian spy

The man, named in Norwegian media as Mikhail Mikushin, had posed as a Brazilian academic.

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Ukraine war: Russia deploys dozens of drones in two days - Zelensky

The Ukrainian president gives his latest address standing next to the wreckage of a destroyed drone.

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Elon Musk: How the world's richest person bought Twitter

One of the most publicised and frenetic deals in Silicon Valley history has reportedly been completed.

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How Brazil's election campaign turned ugly

From disputed polls to "conspirituality", round two of Brazil's presidential election has split society.

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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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Lee Jae-yong: Samsung appoints convicted heir to top job

Lee Jae-yong was found guilty of bribery and embezzlement before being granted a presidential pardon.

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Bruce Lehrmann: Australian parliament rape trial aborted over juror 'misconduct'

A jury has been dismissed after "misconduct" during deliberations in a trial that has shocked Australia.

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Aastha Arora: Where is India's billionth baby now?

The BBC revisits Aastha Arora - "the special baby" whose birth in 2000 made global headlines.

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Kenya battles unsafe Chinese contraceptive pill a decade after ban

Susan Wamaitha was urged to take a Chinese-made contraceptive not knowing it was banned in Kenya.

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The impact of Iran's uprising beyond its borders

Tensions in Iraqi Kurdistan are high, following several missile and drone attacks in the region from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.

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Australia World Cup team hits out at hosts Qatar

Australia players have appeared in a video message highlighting the human rights record of 2022 World Cup hosts Qatar.

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Six children in same Uganda family catch Ebola

Their schools in the capital Kampala have not been closed - yet the virus is highly contagious.

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Energy bill help for all is too expensive, warns the World Bank

Some Covid help was not targeted enough and the same is happening with energy bills, its president says.

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China accused of illegal police stations in Netherlands

A Dutch media report says China is running an undeclared police operation to pressure dissidents.

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COP27: Climate change threatening global health - report

Leading medical experts call for action ahead of a major climate conference next month.

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Iran protests: How countries are punishing the morality police

The force is accused of abusing Iranian women who it thinks do not wear the hijab properly enough.

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Politics increasingly a deal-breaker on US dating scene

With US midterm elections looming, singles yearn more than ever to meet their ideological soulmate.

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Nedd Brockmann: The man who ran across Australia in 47 days

Nedd Brockmann ran 3,953 km (2,456 miles), inspired a nation and raised millions for charity.

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Democrats retract call for Biden change of course on Ukraine

The letter, calling for the US to negotiate directly with Russia, provoked backlash within the party.

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The ships full of gas waiting off Europe’s coast

In the middle of an energy crisis, giant ships full of liquefied natural gas are waiting off Europe's coast.

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Inflation: Why Canada grocers are accused of 'greedflation'

Nearly 80% of Canadians blame grocers for higher food prices, but economists say it's complicated.

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Lola: France's far right adopts murdered schoolgirl

The alleged rape and murder of 12-year-old Lola by an illegal migrant has inflamed French politics.

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World leaders welcome Rishi Sunak as UK's next PM

Leaders and commentators around the world welcomed Mr Sunak as the UK's next prime minister.

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Leslie Jordan: Will and Grace star dies aged 67

US media reported the actor was killed after being involved in a car crash on Monday.

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St Louis: Three dead, six injured after school shooting

Police "quickly stopped" a gunman in his 20s who entered a Missouri public school on Monday morning.

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Ukraine round-up: Defence of Kherson and 'dirty bomb'

Ukraine says Russia is beefing up its defence of Kherson, and Nato dismisses Russia's claim about a Ukrainian "dirty bomb".

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US charges alleged Chinese spies in telecoms probe case

US officials believe China tried to obstruct an investigation, steal technology and intimidate dissidents.

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Chad protests: How have things got to this point?

Following nationwide protests, reporter Ishaq Khalid explains how Chad has got to this point.

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What we just learned about China's economy

Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng stock index fell more than 6% on investor concerns over Xi Jinping's policies.

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Korean Air crash: Plane overruns runway in bad weather

A Korean Air plane overran on the runway while landing at Mactan-Cebu International Airport in the Philippines.

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Rugby League World Cup: Lebanon 32-14 Ireland - Five-try Cedars beat Wolfhounds

Lebanon are in pole position to make the Rugby League World Cup quarter-finals after a 32-14 win over Ireland.

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US midterms predictions: The top US Senate races to watch

In a Senate split 50-50 between two parties, every race counts. Here are the six closest ones.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv denounces Russia's 'dirty bomb' claims

Kyiv says Russia may be planning provocations with conventional explosives with radioactive material.

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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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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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Politburo Standing Committee: Who are the men that rule China now?

The Politburo Standing Committee of the Communist Party makes up the country's power centre.

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How the first report from Belsen concentration camp shocked the world

In April 1945, the BBC’s Richard Dimbleby was the first reporter to enter the liberated Belsen concentration camp. 

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Iran protests: Huge rally in Berlin in support

About 80,000 people march in Germany's capital, in the biggest rally held so far by the Iranian diaspora.

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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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Hu Jintao: ex-president escorted out of China party congress

The former president is escorted off stage during the Party Congress, with no explanation given.

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Hu Jintao: Former China leader led out of Party Congress meeting

Hu Jintao is seen being led out of the Communist Party Congress, with no official explanation why.

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China congress: How one man on a bridge marred Xi Jinping's big moment

The striking protest tapped into a vein of discontent, leaving an enduring legacy in Chinese dissent.

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The racism row engulfing Australian netball

The national team's only Aboriginal player has been "thrown under the bus" for speaking up, critics say.

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Jair Bolsonaro: Why the world is watching Brazil's election

Some say the future of the largest rainforest in the world depends on who becomes Brazil's president.

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Money rains on highway after Chile burglary

A shop burglary in Chile ended in a car chase and money showering onto a highway.

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Donald Trump subpoena: His four biggest legal problems

It can be difficult to keep track of the ex-president's legal battles - here's what you need to know.

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Trump subpoena: Former president ordered to testify to January 6 committee

If Mr Trump does not comply with the subpoena he could face criminal charges and imprisonment.

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Deepfaked: ‘They put my face on a porn video’

Campaigner Kate Isaacs describes the horror of seeing her face digitally edited into an adult film.

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Europe faces tough decisions over nuclear power

With high energy prices and disrupted gas supplies, European nations consider more nuclear power plants.

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China Covid: The politics driving the hellish lockdowns

Parts of Beijing are now being locked down as China's Communist Party holds a historic Congress.

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Italy on verge of new government despite row

Far-right Giorgia Meloni could be sworn in as PM soon, despite a row with ally Silvio Berlusconi.

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UN drugs: Colombia beats its own coca growing record

The UN says Colombia has increased its cultivation of the plant - the main ingredient in cocaine.

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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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Mashki Gate: Stunning ancient rock carvings found in Iraq

Archaeologists in Mosul made the discovery while reconstructing a site destroyed by IS militants.

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Trump questioned in court over rape accuser's defamation case

The former president's lawyer says he "set the record straight" over a writer's sex assault allegation.

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Ukrainians told to 'charge everything' as power grid hit by Russia

Ukraine's grid operator warns of many power cuts after Russian missiles damaged energy facilities.

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Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: Nasa shows how a war zone faded from space

Images of nights skies show power supplies disappearing in Ethiopia as a humanitarian crisis bites.

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Amazon's Jeff Bezos in economy warning: 'Batten down hatches'

With economic gloom on the US's horizon, the tech giant's boss points out warning signals.

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Joe Biden's unusual fight to bring down gas prices

The US president has gone to unusual lengths to try to rein in the price of fuel.

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Israel’s balancing act over Ukraine grows trickier after drone strikes

Israel has refrained from providing Ukraine with weapons in a bid to maintain relations with Russia.

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Ethiopia civil war: Hyenas scavenge on corpses as Tigray forces retreat

Horrific accounts from a brutal war in Ethiopia that has left tens of thousands dead.

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What these buzzwords say about Xi's China

Party propaganda offers clues to one of the country's most powerful leaders in decades.

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Florida flesh-eating illness cases spike after Hurricane Ian

Florida has recorded a record number of cases of the lethal bacteria that lurks in salty floodwaters.

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Ukraine war: Russia admits Kherson 'tense' under shelling

The Russian army chief in Ukraine says Ukrainian shelling is causing many supply problems.

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Ukraine round-up: Kyiv strikes and German spy chief fired

The capital Kyiv is hit again and President Zelensky says 30% of power stations have been destroyed.

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US midterms: Record turnout as early voting starts in Georgia

The state is home to some of the country's most closely-watched races ahead of November's midterms.

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Paris murder: Killing of Lola, 12, sparks immigration row in France

Grief and outrage over the killing of 12-year-old Lola turns to debate over the suspect's migrant status.

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Ukraine war: US says Iranian drones breach sanctions

Western allies accuse Iran of supplying the explosive drones to Russia for attacks on Ukraine.

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Ivory seized decades ago still turning up in raids

Elephant ivory that's supposed to be under lock and key has turned up in recent seizures, say scientists.

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Fuel protests in more than 90 countries, BBC analysis

People are protesting around the world against food and petrol price rises, BBC research finds.

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How Iran state TV tries to control story of protests

Iran's state-run media puts forward a very different narrative of the protests from what is being shared on social media.

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Ukraine war round-up: A drone attack and a fire engine delivery

Russia dive-bombs Kyiv with drones and UK firefighters deliver engines for their Ukrainian colleagues.

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Ukraine war: Moscow and Kyiv swap women prisoners for sailors

Russia frees 110 women held as prisoners of war for the same number of captives held by Ukraine.

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Kyiv drone strike: Explosions damage building

Smoke can be seen rising from a building in the central district of Ukraine's capital on Monday morning.

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Ukraine war: Multiple explosions in Kyiv as Ukraine reports kamikaze drone strikes

Several explosions were heard in the city on Monday, one week after a barrage of Russian strikes on Ukraine.

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Al Jazeera staff allege harassment and bullying went unchecked

A BBC investigation has found multiple allegations of sexual harassment and bullying at the international broadcaster.

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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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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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Ebola in Uganda: Three-week lockdown announced for two districts

There have been 19 deaths and 58 cases reported in Uganda during this outbreak.

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Maharajah Duleep Singh: Indian boy king's warm friendship with Queen Victoria

An exhibition in the UK chronicles the life of Maharajah Duleep Singh, the last Sikh king from India.

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Castrating Pablo Escobar's hippos

Vet Carlos Valderrama describes castrating Pablo Escobar's hippo in the wild.

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Iran prison fire: Gunshots and sirens heard

A fire at Evin Prison in Iran has left at least eight people injured, according to Iranian state media.

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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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Evin prison fire: Gun shots and sirens heard at notorious detention centre

Video appears to show the sky lit up orange as flames are seen behind a tower, and smoke billows.

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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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Nigeria floods: People evacuate on top of cars

Over one million people have left their homes after widespread flooding hits Nigeria.

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Afghanistan: Taliban ban women from many university subjects

Fatima missed her last year of school - now the Taliban are stopping her studying what she wants at university.

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Robert Pether: 'My Australian husband faces death in an Iraq jail'

Australian man Robert Pether was jailed arbitrarily and needs urgent medical care, his wife says.

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Nigeria's worst floods in a decade

Nigeria is being hit with some of its worst flooding in over a decade with more than 500 deaths since July.

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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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Parkland shooting: Families of victims wrestle with what justice means

Families of those killed in the Parkland school shooting told the BBC what justice should look like.

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How big are Donald Trump's legal problems?

It can be difficult to keep track of the ex-president's legal battles - here's what you need to know.

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New footage shows Nancy Pelosi during Jan 6 riots

The Speaker of the House is seen talking to Virginia governor to request additional law enforcement.

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January 6 committee issues subpoena for Trump to testify

The vote to issue Trump with a subpoena legally requires him to testify under threat of penalty.

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Watch: Turkey MP smashes phone with hammer in parliament

Burak Erbay was protesting against a proposed government-backed bill aimed to combat 'disinformation'.

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Princess Amalia: Security fears force Dutch princess from student home

Her parents gave details in an emotional encounter with the press, during a state visit to Sweden.

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Parkland school shooting: Families devastated as gunman spared death

The gunman will spend life in prison, but relatives and prosecutors had sought the death penalty.

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Nnamdi Kanu: Nigerian court drops charges against separatist Ipob leader

Nnamdi Kanu was illegally arrested and extradited, a court rules in a major blow to the government.

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Bali bombings: Australian families angered over graphic video at ceremony

Relatives of Australian victims say "traumatic" footage was played at a 20th anniversary ceremony.

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China-Taiwan: Can a tech billionaire create a civilian fighting force?

Robert Tsao, 75, has pledged a billion Taiwan dollars to train citizens to resist a Chinese invasion.

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General Sergei Surovikin: Who is Putin's hard-line new commander in Ukraine?

General Sergei Surovikin forged a brutal reputation in Syria, and is nicknamed General Armageddon.

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Alex Jones told to pay $965m damages to Sandy Hook victims' families

The conspiracy theorist is ordered to pay damages after branding the Sandy Hook school shooting a hoax.

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Ukraine war round-up: Inside Putin's head and Crimea bridge arrests

Russia continues its shelling of Ukraine as it arrests eight people over the Crimean bridge attack.

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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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Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Frenzied bee ball wins top prize

The extraordinary moment a manic scrum of male bees envelops a single female to try to mate with her.

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Oh my gourd! Mammoth pumpkin squashes US record

Weighing in at 2,560lbs, this record-breaking pumpkin just took home a cash prize.

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Reparations: The US town paying its black residents

Evanston, Illinois is in the middle of an unusual experiment to redress racial injustice.

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Cough-syrup scandal: How did it end up in The Gambia?

Deaths of children in The Gambia, linked to Indian-made cough syrups, raises concerns about regulation.

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China's Communist Party Congress: A really simple guide

The party elite is expected to hand Xi Jinping a third term as China's leader.

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Iran protests: Alarm at crackdown by security forces in Kurdish city

Rights activists say security forces are firing indiscriminately at protesters and homes in Sanandaj.

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Murder, She Wrote star Angela Lansbury dies at 96

Angela Lansbury, star of the US TV crime series Murder, She Wrote, has died at the age of 96.

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Angela Lansbury: A shining star of stage and screen

Award winning British actress whose long career included the role of Jessica Fletcher in Murder she Wrote

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Mark Zuckerberg reveals new Quest Pro VR headset

Facebook-owner Meta has revealed a new VR headset as part of its continued metaverse push.

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Air France Crash: Aviation bosses heckled as trial begins

Relatives of those who died in the Air France crash yelled "shame" as the trial started in Paris.

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‘Exploited’ foreign doctors worry about risk to UK patients

Medics working in some British hospitals face “slave-type” conditions, says a doctors’ group.

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Kenya curriculum uproar as pupils behead live chickens in school

Videos of primary school pupils learning practical skills such as cooking spark a nationwide debate.

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One of world's most active volcanoes erupts again

Video shows huge plumes of smoke and lava pouring into the sea from Italy's Stromboli island, off Sicily.

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War in Ukraine: Russia's forces are exhausted, says GCHQ head

The intelligence agency's chief will also claim the UK is at a key moment with China in his speech.

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Ukraine's day of missile strikes in a minute

Russia launches revenge attacks across several Ukrainian regions, including capital city Kyiv.

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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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Ukraine war: Liberating towns is a shot in the arm for Ukrainian troops

The BBC's defence correspondent meets the people of a retaken town - and the soldiers who freed it.

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US immigration: Why Indians are fleeing halfway around the world

Facing danger at home, a record number of Indian migrants have crossed from Mexico into the US.

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Pacific Island Fiji aims for a high-tech future

The Pacific Island is attempting to gradually move away from traditional industries to IT services.

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Nigeria boat accident kills at least 76 fleeing floodwater

President Muhammadu Buhari ordered a review of safety measures in the country's water systems.

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Deadly landslides sweep away homes in Venezuela

At least 22 people have died and 52 are missing as torrential rain hits the Latin American country.

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Crimea bridge: Putin accuses Ukraine of 'terrorism'

Vladimir Putin accuses Ukraine of attacking the bridge to Crimea, saying it was an "act of terrorism".

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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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Gambia cough syrup scandal: Police investigate deaths linked to medicine

Senior officials are called for questioning after 66 children died with acute kidney injuries.

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Zaporizhzhia attack: Russian shelling in 'annexed' city kills 17

The city is controlled by Ukrainian forces, but is in a region illegally annexed by Russia.

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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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John Simpson: Zelensky strikes all the right notes

A quiet, charming, unassuming man - and arguably the most popular leader on Earth.

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Ukraine says mass burial sites found in retaken town of Lyman

A Ukrainian official said two sites were found near Lyman, with one estimated to hold 200 dead.

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Uvalde suspends school police force after mass shooting

The move comes after parents of the victims camped outside school offices in protest.

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Ukraine round-up: Nobel peace prize and Putin's fading dreams

Activists from Belarus, Russia and Ukraine have won the Nobel Peace Prize, while Putin faces setbacks.

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Why Russia but not China faces human rights action

The UN has examined allegations of repression and human rights violations in both countries.

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Will the Biden administration overhaul US cannabis policy?

Marijuana stocks are ablaze after the president called for a rethink of US policy on the drug.

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Gambia cough syrup scandal: Mothers demand justice

Sixty-six Gambian children are thought to have died because they were given unsafe medicine.

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New York City declares state of emergency over migrant 'crisis situation'

Mayor Eric Adams said the city is on track to spend $1bn this fiscal year to care for asylum seekers.

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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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Hunter Biden: The struggles and scandals of the US president's son

President Biden has fiercely defended his son, previously saying he is "deeply proud" of him.

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Afghanistan: 'More more of us might be killed - but we will win'

Forty-five female students died in the most recent attack on an education centre in Afghanistan.

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Truss declares Macron a friend as pair forge working relationship

French president says he hopes for a "new phase" in relations after talks with UK prime minister.

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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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Biden to pardon federal marijuana convictions

The move brings Mr Biden closer to his campaign pledge to nationally decriminalise recreational cannabis.

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Two Russians sail to Alaska seeking asylum in US

Hundreds of thousands of men have fled Russia so they will not be conscripted to fight in Ukraine.

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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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North Korea carries out sixth missile launch in two weeks

Pyongyang says the launch of short-range ballistic missiles is a response to US-South Korean drills.

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Mayor among dead as gunmen launch attack in Mexico town

The Los Tequileros crime gang has been blamed for the violent attack in San Miguel Totolapan.

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Space, the unseen frontier in the war in Ukraine

It is the first war where commercial space capabilities have played a significant role, a US general says.

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Will UK royals follow the Danish downsizing?

Could the British Royal Family have its own "slimming down" in the footsteps of Denmark's queen?

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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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US midterms: 'America's elections could turn really nasty'

Amid warnings of violence, the first vote since the Capitol riot will be a huge test of US democracy.

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Mahsa Amini: How one woman's death sparked a movement

The BBC has analysed over 1,000 videos of unprecedented protests following Mahsa Amini's death in custody.

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Take a ride around San Francisco in a driverless taxi

Driverless robo-taxis are being allowed on the city's streets at night for paying members of the public.

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Ukraine war: The families who made it through the new Iron Curtain

The families fleeing Russian-occupied areas speak of their hopes and fears as the border hardens.

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Dutch town Bodegraven-Reeuwijk loses Twitter paedophilia rumour case

A conspiracy theory falsely claimed that Bodegraven near The Hague was once home to a satanic ring.

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Ukraine round-up: Inside liberated Lyman and Ukraine makes further ground against Russia

A report from a liberated town, territorial gains for Ukraine, and a beauty queen fined over a song.

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Ukraine regains Kherson villages from Russians

Russia's latest setbacks came as President Putin was due to sign into force annexation decrees.

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Confidence Man: Key revelations from new book on Donald Trump

The former president weighed bombing Mexican drug labs and nearly fired his daughter, a new book claims.

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Nick Kyrgios seeks dismissal of assault case on mental health grounds

The tennis player - who is accused of assaulting an ex-partner - cites his struggles with mental health.

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Ponniyin Selvan: Mani Ratnam's epic drama fires up India box office

Mani Ratnam's new film is based on what is widely considered to be the greatest-ever novel written in Tamil.

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Ukraine tank breakthrough in south towards Kherson

Russian officials say Ukrainian armour has made advances in the south and east.

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Danish Royal Family: Queen 'sorry' after stripping grandchildren's titles

But she did not reverse the decision to remove titles from four of her grandchildren.

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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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Fans of Sydney United 58 condemned for Nazi salutes during Australia Cup final

Supporters who displayed Nazi symbols and salutes at the Australia Cup final "should be banned for life", a senior government official says.

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Brazil election: Lula and Bolsonaro to face run-off

Neither presidential candidate got more than 50% of the overall vote, meaning they will face off on 30 October.

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Drax: UK power station owner cuts down primary forests in Canada

The owner of the UK's biggest power station, Drax, is cutting down key forests in Canada.

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One Kenyan woman's journey for the father she has never known

BBC Africa Eye goes on a journey with a woman in Kenya, searching for the father she has never known.

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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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Mark Hamill on speaking to Zelensky about Star Wars

The Star Wars legend says Ukraine's president referenced the films when he spoke to him.

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Ukraine war: Indian doctor forced to abandon beloved pet jaguar

Girikumar Patil, who lived with two big cats in war-torn Ukraine, says he is now separated from them.

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Iran: Rallies support Iran protests at woman's custody death

Protests take place in countries outside Iran, in support of opposition to the death in custody of Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini.

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Hurricane Ian: They stayed for the storm - what happens now?

Florida residents are facing tough choices about whether to stay or leave in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.

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Equatorial Guinea seeks to block sale of confiscated Paris mansion

The luxury mansion was seized after Equatorial Guinea's vice-president was convicted of embezzling money.

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King Charles will not attend COP27, says Palace

The monarch and prime minister agreed the King would not attend after he sought government advice.

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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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