How US Marines are being reshaped for China threat

A plan to reshape the Marines for a potential conflict with China in the Pacific has sparked criticism.

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Israel and the Palestinians: Blinken's Jerusalem visit offers few solutions

The US secretary of state says "concrete steps" are needed to reduce violence but does not elaborate.

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Migrant protest at New York hotel highlights growing issue

Some people sheltering at a Manhattan hotel refuse to move to a different facility, citing poor conditions.

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Pakistan mosque blast: What is behind the deadly attack?

Police on the frontline believe they were targeted to demoralise them after militants ended a truce.

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Alec Baldwin charged with involuntary manslaughter

Mr Baldwin was charged in connection to the 2021 death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

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Auckland weather: Flood-hit region suffers more heavy rain

Only days after deadly floods killed four in Auckland, severe weather once again hit the region.

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Floating pirate-themed restaurant sinks off Thailand coast

Eyewitnesses reported the vessel slowly sinking in rough water in Pattaya Bay.

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Pope in DR Congo: 'Hands off Africa' says Pope Francis in Kinshasa speech

Pope Francis gave a speech where he spoke of the centuries of exploitation faced by the country.

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LGBT people hunted by gangs and police in Egypt

A BBC News investigation reveals how violent gangs are abusing LGBT community members they meet online.

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Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro has applied for US visa

The ex-president, currently staying in Florida, wants to "enjoy being a tourist", his lawyer says.

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US shooting suspect 'killed seven after $100 bill'

A San Mateo County District Attorney has said the suspect was angered over a workplace dispute.

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Antony Blinken in Jerusalem: Urgent steps needed for calm

The US Secretary of State also calls for a two-state solution, following bloody attacks on Israelis.

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Super Bowl 57: Empire State Building trolls New York Giants and Jets

New Yorkers were not happy after the Empire State building lit up in the colours of fellow NFL side and fierce rivals the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Ukraine war: Funeral held for battleground body collector

Denys Sosnenko was was killed by an anti-tank mine while helping to recover the remains of soldiers.

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The new tech offering relief from the misery of period pain

Two start-up firms are making wearable technology that targets menstrual discomfort.

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Erdogan says Turkey may block Sweden's Nato membership bid

The president said he would not support Sweden's bid until it extradited dozens of "terrorists".

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Tyre Nichols' lawyer urges lawmakers to pass urgent police reforms

Ben Crump urged President Biden to use Nichols's death to pursue urgent police reform legislation.

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Australian Open 2023: Novak Djokovic beats Stefanos Tsitsipas in Melbourne final

Novak Djokovic wins a record-extending 10th Australian Open and a record-equalling 22nd Grand Slam men's title by seeing off Stefanos Tsitsipas.

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German chancellor says he won't send fighter jets to Ukraine

The request for the jets comes just days after Germany committed to supplying Leopard 2 tanks.

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New US childhood obesity guidelines criticised by families

Some families worry that new guidelines from US paediatricians prioritise surgery and intensive therapy.

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Nigeria floods: Songs and testimonies from a drowning world

Portraits of communities devastated by the worst recorded floods in Nigeria.

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Unanswered questions from videos of Tyre Nichols' arrest

The footage shows a brutal beating but we still don't know why officers decided to stop his car.

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Tyre Nichols: Police unit is disbanded after death

The so-called Scorpion special unit will be disbanded after its officers were seen beating Mr Nichols.

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Pilot dies in Indian army jet mid-air collision

The planes were on a routine "operational flying training mission" when the incident happened.

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Downward dog is easy in this pup-filled yoga class

An animal shelter teamed up with a gym to bring some furry friends into workout classes.

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The Somali funk spirit that has overcome anarchy and exile

Somalia's music scene is booming once again after years of conflict and Islamist threats.

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Community reckons with police killing by black officers

All five officers involved in Tyre Nichols' death were black. Experts say that's not unusual.

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Colorado bear poses for roughly 400 'selfies' on wildlife camera

One motion-detecting camera captured roughly 400 images of the surprise selfie star.

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US to make it easier for gay men to donate blood

The FDA will soon remove a three month abstinence policy for donations for men who have sex with men.

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Who is Jeff Zients, Biden's new chief of staff?

The former Covid czar returns to one of the most powerful jobs in the US government.

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Ukraine war: Auschwitz anniversary marked without Russia

Moscow accuses Poland of attempting to "rewrite history" after it is not invited to the event.

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Truck attacker guilty of killing 8 on NYC bike path

The Uzbekistan native may face the death penalty for what was the city's deadliest terrorist attack since 9/11.

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They sold a Picasso to flee the Nazis - now their heirs want it back

In 1938, Woman Ironing was sold to escape Germany. Now the heirs of the original owner want it back.

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Tennessee official 'sickened' by footage of Tyre Nichols arrest

Tyre Nichols, 29, was stopped in Memphis on 7 January for reckless driving and died three days later.

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Man smashes vehicle into Colorado police station

The driver has been charged with several offences, including attempted murder.

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Israel-Palestinian conflict: Fears of wider flare-up after deadly Jenin raid

What's behind the raid on the West Bank city, which led to nine Palestinian deaths on Thursday?

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Gaza's only all-girl boxing club finds a home

After training women on the beach and in a garage, Osama has now moved to a professional centre.

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737 Max crashes: Boeing in court on fraud charge

Relatives of those who died when two Boeing 737 Max aircraft crashed are trying to reopen a prosecution.

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Texas hit by extreme weather as storms sweep the US

Houston, Texas was battered by a powerful storm on Tuesday as severe weather hit the Gulf Coast.

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Students detained over planned screening of BBC Modi documentary

Police are deployed to the Jamia Millia gates as India's government tries to stop the documentary being shown.

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Virginia school had three warnings about 6-year-old with gun, says lawyer

Teacher Abigail Zwerner was left with serious injuries after being shot in her classroom.

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Burkina Faso unrest: France agrees to pull its troops out

Burkina Faso wants to defend itself against jihadists, who have forced two million from their homes.

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New Zealand: Jacinda Ardern's last day as prime minister

Before handing over to Chris Hipkins, Jacinda Ardern attended an annual gathering of politicians and Maori elders in Rātana.

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India and Pakistan came close to nuclear war - Pompeo

US officials helped avert a "nuclear conflagration" in 2019, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says.

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Justin Bieber sells rights to songs for $200m

The pop star joins a growing group of artists who have cashed out on their catalogues.

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Ukraine war: British pair killed trying 'humanitarian evacuation'

Chris Parry and Andrew Bagshaw were killed in Soledar, eastern Ukraine, the Parry family says.

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Tanks for Ukraine: Germany to send Leopard 2s and allow others to export - reports

Germany has been under pressure over its reluctance to send the battle tanks to Ukraine.

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Classified documents found at Mike Pence's home

Documents have been found at the former US vice-president's home in the latest secret paper discovery.

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Tyre Nichols: Memphis police beat man like 'human piñata' - lawyers

Memphis police fired five officers following the encounter that left black father Tyre Nichols dead.

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Erdogan tells Sweden not to expect Nato bid support

The Turkish president's warning comes after protests in Sweden, including a Quran burning.

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China: Northern city of Mohe reports coldest temperature

The northernmost city of Mohe has recorded temperatures of -53C, its lowest on record.

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Capitol rioter who posed with feet on Nancy Pelosi's desk found guilty

Richard Barnett carried a stun gun as he joined the crowds storming the Capitol on 6 January 2021.

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Monterey Park shooting: Who were the victims?

The 10 people killed in the Monterey Park dance hall shooting were all in their 50s, 60s or 70s.

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Swedish PM in hot water over eel fishing scandal

Ulf Kristersson is criticised after hiring an aide who had broken poaching laws and misled police.

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Pakistan power cut: Major cities without electricity after grid breakdown

It happened after power grids were turned on in the morning, the power minister said.

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The ancient trees at the heart of a case against the Crown

An indigenous community in Canada is suing for their land - and using unusual evidence in their case.

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Matteo Messina Denaro: How silence and compliance kept Mafia boss at large

Fear and the old code of silence helped shield Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro for 30 years.

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Lisa Marie was my icon, my superhero - daughter

On her behalf, Priscilla Presley read the tribute at a memorial service for her daughter Lisa Marie Presley.

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Police surround white van after Monterey Park shooting

Aerial video shows a vehicle which may hold the suspect after 10 people were shot dead in Monterey Park.

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Ukraine war: Resilient civilians return to liberated town of Lyman

Ukrainian civilians are returning to Lyman, close to the front line, despite the threat of strikes.

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Canada settles residential schools lawsuit for $2.8bn

The compulsory boarding schools were part of a policy designed to assimilate indigenous children.

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How eating oysters could help protect the coast

Restaurants in New Orleans are recycling their oyster shells in an effort to protect the Louisiana coastline.

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Brazil Congress riots: President Lula sacks army commander

General Julio Cesar de Arruda is the latest person in the military to lose their position.

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Tennessee fires officials after damning death penalty report

The lethal injection is under increased scrutiny after a series of botched executions in several states.

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Lunar New Year: How the world celebrated

Fireworks and lanterns in the street start the 2023 celebrations for one of the world's biggest festivals.

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River Drina: 'Embarrassment' of beauty spot's plastic waste

An activist calls the River Drina waste an "embarrassment" and says it's been like it for 20 years.

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Florida manatees are dying at alarming rate

A sea grass shortage has resulted in an influx of manatee deaths, who rely on the food to survive.

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Chris Hipkins set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand PM

The education and police minister will replace Jacinda Ardern following her decision to quit.

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US to designate Wagner Group as a transnational criminal organisation

The Wagner Group is believed to be receiving shipments of missiles and rockets from North Korea.

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Alabama man secretly helped pay strangers' prescriptions for years

Every month for 10 years, Hody Childress quietly gave $100 to a local pharmacy to help people in need.

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Ukrainian soldiers receive bionic arms

After losing their hands in a landmine explosion, Andrii and Vitalii receive 3D printed prosthetics.

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Ukraine war: Germany yet to make decision on sending tanks

Berlin denies it is preventing countries from donating Leopard 2s, but Poland criticises its "hesitation".

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FAA outage: US airline regulators blame contractor for travel chaos

The US airline regulator says a contractor is responsible for delaying and cancelling thousands of flights.

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Australia's 'Toadzilla': Record-breaking cane toad found in Queensland

The cane toad, weighing in at 2.7kg, is six times bigger than the average specimen.

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Africa's week in pictures: 13-19 January 2023

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

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US rock legend David Crosby dies aged 81

Crosby, who co-founded both the Byrds and Crosby, Stills and Nash, had been ill for some time.

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The California storms were great for wine

After years of drought, vineyards got a much-needed infusion of water from weeks of torrential rain.

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Ukraine war: Serbia uproar over Wagner mercenaries recruiting for Russia

A Russian news video showing Serbians being trained to fight in Ukraine prompts fury in Belgrade.

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Jacinda Ardern: Key moments from the New Zealand PM's time in office

A look back at some memorable moments from Jacinda Ardern's six years as New Zealand prime minister.

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Ukraine's president Zelensky addresses Davos forum after fatal helicopter crash

Ukraine's interior minister is among the 14 killed in the helicopter crash beside a nursery.

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Bitzlato crypto founder charged with $700m financial crimes

Bitzlato co-founder Anatoly Legkodymov is accused of helping to process $700m in illicit funds.

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JetBlue plane hits parked aircraft at JFK airport

An aircraft bound for Puerto Rico struck the tail of a parked plane as it was departing the gate.

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Dnipro missile: Son in search of his mother

Roman is unsure if his mother is alive after a Russian missile strike on 14 January on his apartment block in Dnipro.

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Germany says it is no longer reliant on Russian energy

New sources of energy mean Germany is no longer dependent on Russia, Germany's finance minister said.

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FTX: Collapsed crypto exchange says $415m was hacked

Last week the company told a bankruptcy judge in Delaware that it had recovered over $5bn in assets.

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Parents angry as Texas football practice sends students to hospital

A coach is on leave after the football players were reportedly forced to do 400 push-ups.

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Nigeria elections 2023: How influencers are secretly paid by political parties

Nigerian politicians are hiring social media influencers to spread disinformation ahead of February's elections.

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Census in India: Baffling lack of data is hurting Indians

The government blames Covid for the delay in new data, which is now hitting crucial policy areas.

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Italian held in EU-Qatargate bribery probe agrees to tell all

Pier Antonio Panzeri is an alleged leader of a criminal network suspected of taking bribes from Qatar.

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Greta Thunberg detained at German coal protest

Protesters have been trying to stop a coal mine from swallowing up an abandoned village.

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What does Andrew Tate promise his followers?

The controversial influencer has been detained in Romania as part of a human trafficking and rape investigation.

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California shooting: Baby among six others killed in Goshen

Police say six people, including the baby's 17-year-old mother, were killed in a targeted attack.

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Eiffel Tower lights up in support of women protesting in Iran

The Paris landmark displays the message "Femme, Vie, Liberte" in French meaning "Women, Life, Freedom".

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Andrew Tate: Brothers' luxury cars are seized by Romanian police

Romanian officials were seen towing vehicles away from his compound in Bucharest.

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The green trade row dividing the Davos elite

A transatlantic spat over green subsidies is casting a shadow over this year's World Economic Forum.

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Mursal Nabizada: Gunmen kill former Afghan MP at home in Kabul

Ms Nabizada was an MP until the government was overthrown by the Taliban in August 2021.

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Lab-grown alternatives aim to cut palm oil dependence

Two biotech firms have developed oils made from yeast as a replacement for palm.

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Lützerath: German police oust climate activists after clashes near coal mine

Riot police remove protesters trying to stop the expansion of a coal mine in western Germany.

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Suspected jihadists abduct 50 women in northern Burkina Faso

People in Arbinda say two groups of women were taken while out gathering food because of severe shortages.

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Woman rescued from rubble of Ukrainian building

A woman is rescued from the debris of a building in Dnipro, a day after it was hit by a Russian missile strike.

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Nepal mourns victims of worst air disaster in decades

At least 68 people died when a Yeti airlines flight crashed on its approach to the tourist town Pokhara.

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How drones could be the future of Indian farming

Companies in India are encouraging farmers to switch to drones - but is that working?

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Jesus baptism site makeover aims to draw a million Christians in 2030

As pilgrims mark Epiphany, Jordan plans an ambitious project to upgrade place of Jesus's baptism.

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Thousands of Israelis hold legal reforms protest in Tel Aviv

Organisers have accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of undermining democratic rule.

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Russia fires new waves of missiles at Ukraine and hits energy infrastructure

Several cities were struck, including Dnipro, where an apartment block was hit killing at least five.

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California's hydro-climate whiplash explained

From droughts and wildfires to floods and landslides - why extreme weather may be the new norm.

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Brazil Supreme Court includes Jair Bolsonaro in riot probe

For the first time the ex-president is put among those potentially responsible for the riots.

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Lisa Marie to be buried next to son at Graceland

The singer was the only child of the "King of Rock 'n' Roll", Elvis Presley.

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US renames five places that used racist slur for Native Americans

The move is part of wider efforts to remove the derogatory term from hundreds of geographic sites.

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Bursts of flames after Lithuania gas pipeline explosion

A gas pipeline connecting Lithuania and Latvia exploded outside Pasvalys in Lithuania.

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Lützerath: Greta Thunberg joins German coal mine protests

The Swedish climate activist joined coal mine protesters in the German village of Lützerath.

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Elvis actor Austin Butler thanks Presley family at Golden Globes

Austin Butler thanked Lisa Marie and Priscilla Presley after winning a Golden Globe for playing Elvis.

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Biden documents: Who is the special counsel in the Biden probe?

Robert K Hur is a seasoned prosecutor and trial lawyer with ties to the Donald Trump administration.

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US cancer death rate drops by 30% since 1991

After heart disease, cancer is the most common cause of death in the US.

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What are the atmospheric rivers contributing to severe California flooding?

Like water flows through rivers on land, water vapour flows through atmospheric rivers in the sky.

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Harry book: Prince William asked by reporter if he has read Spare

William and Catherine were on their first public outing since Prince Harry's tell-all book went on sale.

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Nigeria police made to scrap sacking of unmarried pregnant officers

The case was brought to court by a police officer who was dismissed in 2021 after getting pregnant.

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Nigeria's cash crunch: Hunting out savings from under mattresses

Why Africa's most-populous country is introducing new bank notes weeks before an election.

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Jill Biden: US first lady undergoes surgery to remove cancerous skin lesions

The lesions were consistent with basal cell carcinoma, the most common form of skin cancer.

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Supermodel Tatjana Patitz dies at 56

Tatjana Patitz, one of the 1990's most prominent supermodels, died in California.

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Why did FAA ground flights across the US?

The disruption was caused by a glitch in an air safety tool called Notice to Air Missions or Notam.

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Ukraine war: Sergei Surovikin removed as commander of Ukraine invasion force

The reshuffle comes as Russians claim to be making progress in eastern Ukraine after months of reverses.

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Naomi Osaka: Four-time Grand Slam champion announces pregnancy

Former world number one and four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka announces she is pregnant.

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Iran protests: Jailed activist Sepideh Qolian describes brutality in letter

Sepideh Qolian tells how confessions are extracted from detainees, in a rare letter from Evin prison.

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Cardinal George Pell dies aged 81

The cleric's convictions on child abuse charges - since quashed on appeal - shocked the Catholic Church.

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House of the Vettii: Pompeii home owned by former slaves reopens

The house, featuring erotic art and bronze statues, was the epitome of wealth in ancient times.

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Why Americans seem more pro-Harry than Brits

In the US, Harry and Meghan have found a more welcoming audience, our North America editor writes.

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Francia Márquez: Colombia VP says she escaped attempt to kill her

Francia Márquez says her security team found a 7kg explosive near her home in south-west Colombia.

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Brazil Congress riot: Conditions of detainees come under scrutiny

About 1,000 people are still being held and questioned in connection with the 8 December riots.

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Soledar: Video shows fighting and tank fire in pounded Ukraine salt mine town

Reuters obtained footage showing the past few days in the town, which Russia looks set to capture

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Disney boss calls for workers to return to office four days a week

From the start of March employees will be asked to be in the office from Monday to Thursday.

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Brazil Congress: How police failed to stop the protest

President Lula has questioned police actions in failing to prevent the storming of government buildings.

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Ros Atkins on... Why the Brazil riots happened

The BBC's Analysis editor looks at the recent history behind Sunday’s riots in the Brazilian capital.

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Where is Bolsonaro? In Florida hospital, his wife says

The former president is under observation with abdominal pain, his wife Michelle wrote on Instagram.

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Ozone layer may be restored in decades, UN report says

A global agreement in 1987 to ban chemicals harming the ozone layer is working, scientists say.

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Brazil protests: Artwork suffers damage beyond repair

Brazil mourns the loss of key parts of its artistic collection damaged by rioters.

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Brazil ex-president's supporters smash top court's windows

The moment supporters of Brazil's far-right former President Jair Bolsonaro storm the Supreme Court.

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Brazilian police fire tear gas at Bolsonaro supporters

Thousands of supporters of Brazil's ex-president have stormed official buildings in Brasilia.

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Lula says Brazil Congress invaders will be punished

The Brazilian president insists those who stormed the country's Congress will be tracked down.

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Inside Brazil's stormed presidential palace

Bolsonaro supporters wearing Brazilian colours wave flags and cheer after invading the building.

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Sri Lanka's anti-government protests have gone silent - for now

With their cash-strapped economy still adrift, Sri Lankans say their struggle has not ended.

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Himachal Pradesh: Thousands despair as India Adani plants shut down

Many locals in India's Himachal Pradesh state say that they have lost their only source of income.

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Video shows Brazil Supreme Court mass break-in

Dozens of far-right demonstrators can be seen inside the court building with large crowds outside.

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Bolsonaro supporters storm Brazilian Congress

Police use tear gas in an attempt to repel protesters storming Congress in the capital, Brasília.

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Damar Hamlin: Buffalo Bills make stirring pre-match display in support of safety

The Buffalo Bills make an emotional show of support for Damar Hamlin in their first NFL game since the safety suffered a cardiac arrest on the field.

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Fan outrage at Susan Meachen, the romance novelist accused of faking her death

The drama surrounding author Susan Meachen's alleged death hoax is stranger than fiction.

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Ukraine war: The ceasefire that never happened

Shellfire and attacks have taken place in the town of Bakhmut on Orthodox Christmas, despite ceasefire claims.

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Black Star Line: 50,000 descend on Ghana for diaspora festival

The Black Star Line Festival concluded on Saturday with a festival featuring international stars.

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Sam Mendes: Gender-neutral Oscars 'inevitable'

The film director tells Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg he has "total sympathy" with the idea.

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Protests against regime in Iran's Zahedan

Crowds take to the streets and chant "death to Khamenei", the country's supreme leader.

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Are tech job cuts a warning for the wider economy?

A question mark hangs over whether job cuts seen in the tech sector will spread further as the economy slows.

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Ukraine war: What does facial recognition software make of Putin’s backdrop crowd?

There's been speculation public meetings with President Putin have been staged.

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In photos: Severe cold wave grips north India

The drop in temperature has caused disruptions to rail, air and road transport across Indian states.

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Driver crashes and flips vehicle inside US drive-through car wash

The 77-year-old driver was trapped for 90 minutes before he was rescued.

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McDonald's leaves Kazakhstan over supply shortages

It is understood access to certain products has become difficult due to sanctions against Russia.

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Jerusalem Christian cemetery attack: Two teenagers arrested

Headstones were toppled and smashed at the historic cemetery in an "act of intentional vandalism".

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Sierra Madre: The deadly battle to save a rainforest in the Philippines

Around 90% of the Sierra Madre, which protects the Philippines from the worst of climate change, is gone.

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Flying boats and other tech for cleaner shipping

The shipping industry is experimenting with foils, sails and fuel to make itself less carbon intensive.

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Tunisha Sharma: The Indian actress whose death set off a storm

Tunisha Sharma's suspected suicide and the subsequent arrest of her ex have trigged a media frenzy.

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William and Harry: Royal brothers through the years

From birth, the royal brother's lives have been closely watched from around the world.

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US approves world’s first vaccine for declining honey bees

The vaccine targets a disease known to weaken colonies by attacking bee larvae.

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President Biden's message to migrants attempting to cross US border

President Biden warns migrants as he announces a new plan to tackle the border crisis.

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El Chapo's son, Ovidio Guzmán-López, reportedly arrested amid violence in Sinaloa

Ovidio Guzmán-López is thought to be a high-ranking member of Mexico's Sinaloa drug cartel.

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Delhi hit-and-run: The woman who was dragged to death

The horrific death of Anjali Singh, a 20-year-old with big dreams, has shocked Indians.

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Ros Atkins on... How Ukraine’s deadly New Year attack unfolded

A Ukrainian missile attack killed dozens of Russian conscripts in Makiivka.

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California declares emergency as massive storm slams into coast

The storm is expected to bring deadly flooding, landsides, and power outages affecting millions.

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Makiivka attack: Could mobile phones have revealed Russian location?

Russia says mobile phone signals gave their troops' position away before a Ukrainian attack.

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German new year riots prompt calls for firework ban

The mayor of Berlin plans a youth violence summit after police and firefighters come under attack.

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Pope Benedict had 'undeniable' presence on Francis, says archbishop

Pope Francis has been working in his predecessor's shadow, says the Vatican's most senior British official.

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Idaho suspect agrees to extradition to face murder charges - lots of questions remain

Bryan Kohberger agrees to extradition but police have not released details of how they caught him.

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Gunman who smoke bombed subway pleads guilty to terrorism

Frank James, 63, was charged with 10 counts of terrorism, one for each person shot.

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European weather: Winter heat records smashed all over continent

From Spain to Latvia, national and regional records for January are broken across the continent.

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Pele's funeral: Brazil legend given joyous send-off

The footballing legend was laid to rest after a huge procession through the streets of Santos.

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Sam Bankman-Fried pleads not guilty to fraud

'King of Crypto' Sam Bankman-Fried could face more than 100 years in prison if convicted.

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Vietnamese boy trapped in pillar has 'limited' hope for survival

The 10-year-old fell into a buried concrete pillar on a building site in Vietnam on Saturday.

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Russia plans to 'exhaust' Ukraine with prolonged attacks - Zelensky

Ukraine's president says Moscow aims to exhaust his country with a prolonged wave of drone strikes.

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Ancient Egyptian 'Green Coffin' returned to Cairo by US

The brightly painted wooden sarcophagus was smuggled to the US by a global art trafficking network.

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Senegal MPs jailed for kicking pregnant colleague Amy Ndiaye

The two male lawmakers attacked Amy Ndiaye after she criticised an opposition religious figure.

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Australia helicopter collision: Four dead in mid-air incident over Gold Coast

Four people were killed and three, a woman and two young boys, are in critical condition.

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Dubai scraps 30% alcohol tax and licence fee in apparent bid to boost tourism

It will also stop charging for personal alcohol licences - something anyone who intends to drink needs to carry.

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Dozens escape Mexican jail in deadly attack

Suspected members of a drug cartel pull up in armoured vehicles and open fire on prison guards.

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Surfer creates island eco-haven with ancient knowhow

How the purchase of a plot of land on Panama's coast set a surfer on a journey towards reforestation.

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Crowds celebrate in Brazil as Lula sworn in as president

Brazil's new president travelled in an open-topped car and waved to people lining the streets.

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Lula to be sworn in as Brazil president as Bolsonaro flies to US

The 77-year-old takes power as his predecessor Bolsonaro leaves the country to avoid the ceremony.

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The sermon that became Amazing Grace

The hymn Amazing Grace started life as a sermon written by a former slave ship captain.

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Grammy-winning singer Anita Pointer dies aged 74

She was a member of the Pointer Sisters, the 70s band whose hits included Jump (For My Love) and Fire.

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