Cost of living: £500m in new grants to help poorest households

The government announces the support as other schemes, including furlough, close.

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James Bond and MI6: Is there fact in fiction?

As the Bond film is released, some of Britain's real-life spies reveal something of life inside MI6.

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Britney Spears: Fans cry and cheer after her father is suspended as conservator

A judge removes Britney Spears' father from the legal arrangement that gave him control of her life.

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Canada indigenous children's compensation order upheld

The government had hoped to avoid compensating children discriminated against in the welfare system.

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Maria Kolesnikova: No regrets for Belarus activist jailed for coup plot

Maria Kolesnikova calls the case against her "absurd" in her first interview since her conviction.

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The Kansas case that could change how rape is charged

In a US first, a citizen-convened jury will decide whether a violent encounter warrants rape charges.

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Changing China: How Beijing's crackdowns are impacting business

Businesses are under intense scrutiny as President Xi attempts to narrow China's wealth gap.

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Zaid Ait Malek: The stowaway who became a Spanish ultra running star

Zaid Ait Malek had always been a good runner. Now it would make the difference between capture and escape.

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UK furlough scheme ends amid calls for further support

Firms still relying on the job protection scheme call for more support as it is wound up.

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Covid: What impact has the furlough scheme had?

The scheme to protect jobs is coming to an end having cost nearly £70bn.

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Changing China: How Beijing's crackdowns are impacting business

Businesses are under intense scrutiny as President Xi attempts to narrow China's wealth gap.

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Australian Covid data: Shock as teenagers reveal they're behind hit tracking site

Jack, Wesley and Darcy, who are all 14 and 15, set up CovidBaseAU anonymously to track data in Australia.

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Britney Spears' father suspended as conservator

Jamie Spears was removed after the singer alleged abuse, but another conservator remains in charge.

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Italy climate minister accepts Thunberg's 'blah, blah, blah' criticism

Roberto Cingolani tells the BBC politicians have not done enough and COP26 aims to change that.

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Afghanistan: Trump deal strengthened Taliban, US officials say

The February 2020 deal set a date for the US to pull out and strengthened the Taliban, generals say.

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YouTube to remove all anti-vaccine misinformation

Videos saying vaccines cause autism, cancer or infertility are among those banned from the platform.

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Can the US avoid another government shutdown?

Politicians have just over 24 hours to avoid a potentially disastrous government shutdown.

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Anger as France slashes visas for Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia

France has accused the north African countries of failing to co-operate over returning nationals.

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Katty Kay: Former BBC journalist quits US media firm

Ms Kay has quit Ozy Media after reports one of its executives deceived potential investors.

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Beijing 2022: Non-vaccinated athletes must serve 21-day quarantine

Athletes at the 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics who are not fully vaccinated will have to serve a 21-day quarantine on arrival in Beijing.

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Deaf man sues police in Colorado over alleged excessive use of force

Brady Mistic alleges he was slammed to the ground and tasered during a 2019 incident in Colorado.

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Amazon offers bonuses to attract 20,000 temporary staff

The retail giant will pay sign-on fees to temporary staff as it recruits 20,000 seasonal workers.

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Katty Kay: Former BBC journalist quits US media firm

Ms Kay has quit Ozy Media after reports one of its executives deceived potential investors.

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Brexit paves the way for gene-edited crops

Ministers will relax regulation of gene-edited crops to allow their commercial growing in England.

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UK risks French anger over fishing permits

The UK grants just 12 licences from 47 applications for smaller vessels to fish in its territorial sea.

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China: Big spender or loan shark?

China hands out twice as much development cash as the US - mostly high-interest loans from state banks.

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Petrol supply: Army gets ready to assist as PM reassures drivers

Boris Johnson says the fuel situation is "improving" as about 150 military tanker drivers begin training.

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Evergrande: Struggling firm to raise $1.5bn as debt payment looms

The deal comes as the cash-strapped firm faces another interest payment deadline on Wednesday.

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Australian rainforest returned to Aboriginal owners

The historic deal is for the world's oldest tropical rainforest, now a huge tourism destination.

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Wayne Jenkins from behind bars: 'I sold drugs as a dirty cop'

He led a rogue police force who were jailed for a long list of crimes. Now in a BBC exclusive he explains why.

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North Korea says it fired new 'hypersonic missile'

State media called it a "strategic weapon", which could mean it has nuclear capabilities.

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Obamas break ground on controversial Chicago presidential centre

After years of dispute and legal rows, former President Obama's major legacy project is underway.

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Peru's ex-President Alejandro Toledo cleared for extradition from US

A California judge clears the way for Alejandro Toledo to face trial in Peru on corruption charges.

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La Palma volcano: Toxic gas fears as lava reaches ocean

Clouds of white steam are seen billowing at the Playa Nueva area of Spain's La Palma island.

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Life at 50C: Mexico's struggle for water

Climate change is causing once-mighty rivers to dry up and temperatures to rise to deadly levels in Mexico.

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German coalition talks: Where Brits see a crisis, Germans find unity

Coalition governments are rare in the UK. Germany has had nothing but them since the end of the war.

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Aar Maanta - the pop star bringing Somalia to the Mississippi

How Aar Maanta is teaching children in Minneapolis to sing in Somali and learn about their heritage.

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Calais: On patrol with the troops looking for migrants

General Frantz Tavart says he will withdraw troops from the coastline if funding from the UK is withheld.

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Hathras rape case: Prisoners in their own home, lives on hold, a village divided

The BBC revisits the family of a 19-year-old who died in India last year after reporting gang rape.

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Cryptocurrency expert admits aiding North Korea

The US Department of Justice says he "jeopardised the national security of the United States".

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The race to replace persistent chemicals in our homes

Why widely-used PFAS coatings found on objects like frying pans and raincoats are in the spotlight.

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Real Madrid 1-2 Sheriff Tiraspol: Champions League debutants snatch win

Sheriff Tiraspol produce one of the great Champions League shocks by beating Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.

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Oil price rises above $80 for first time in three years

Analysts believe that oil prices will continue to rise amid surging demand and tight supplies.

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Petrol supply: Crisis starting to ease, Boris Johnson says

The situation at fuel stations is "stabilising", says the PM, after days of queues and pump closures.

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Amazon announces Astro the home robot

Astro can patrol the home when you're not there, or be remotely controlled.

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China lets US siblings return home after three years

It coincides with the high-profile release of Chinese tech executive Meng Wanzhou and two Canadians.

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Goldman Sachs cuts China growth forecast over power outages

The country has seen electricity shortages that have left some factories and homes without power.

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Female Afghan judges hunted by the murderers they convicted

Six former female judges who have gone into hiding speak to the BBC from secret locations across the country.

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Goldman Sachs cuts China growth forecast over power outages

The country has seen electricity shortages that have left some factories and homes without power.

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North Korea fires projectile, says South's military

South Korea’s military says the object landed in waters off Japan early Tuesday morning.

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Taliban: Afghanistan bank boss warns sector near collapse

The head of one of Afghanistan's biggest banks says the country's financial sector is near collapse.

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Three Polish regions scrap anti-LGBT resolutions

The move comes after the European Commission threatened to pull funding from the areas.

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Homeworking helps careers, say majority of women

Just over half of women think working from home will help advance their careers, says a survey for the BBC.

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Taliban: Afghanistan bank boss warns sector near collapse

The head of one of Afghanistan's biggest banks says the country's financial sector is near collapse.

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Ford announces $11.4bn investment in electric vehicle plants

The US carmaker vows to "lead America's shift to electric vehicles" with largest ever factory.

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John Lennon: Recording of unreleased song up for auction in Denmark

The rare audio track was made in Denmark more than 50 years ago, months before The Beatles split.

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What it's like to be a nine-year-old in a vaccine clinical trial

Twins Evan and Lizzy are enrolled in Pfizer's vaccine trial for children between ages five and 11.

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Remembering Babyn Yar and Ukraine's forgotten 'Holocaust by Bullets'

The country is still grappling with how to remember one of the worst massacres of World War Two.

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Mr Goxx, the crypto-trading hamster beating human investors

Can a hamster trading cryptocurrency beat human investors in the stock market? Mr Goxx can.

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Instagram for kids paused after backlash

Facebook delays its child-friendly Instagram version to do more work with concerned parents.

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Power cuts hit homes in north-east China

An electricity shortage affecting factories has now spread to some homes.

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Green investing: How your savings can fight climate change

Campaigners say you should see your money as a secret superpower that can help save the planet

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Can football-playing robots beat the World Cup winners by 2050?

The robot football league that is hoping to eventually beat the best human team in the world.

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Covid-19: President Joe Biden receives Pfizer booster jab

The US President and other Americans over 65 are now eligible for a third jab of the Pfizer vaccine.

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Fuel supply: Army put on standby to ease pressure on petrol stations

Military drivers are being trained so they are ready to be deployed if necessary, the government says.

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R Kelly found guilty in sex trafficking trial

After decades of abuse allegations, singer R. Kelly found guilty on all counts in sex trafficking trial

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Germany election: Coalition talks begin after close election

The election is over but months of talks are just getting started to see who will be chancellor.

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Swipe left or right? Germany's election dating game, explained

The leaders of the two biggest parties are now in a race to find partners to join a coalition.

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Aldi says it can weather the food shortage storm

Aldi’s UK boss says its deliveries are moving as normal, despite the lorry driver shortage.

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German elections usher in political change with a small 'c'

While voting patterns are changing, none of the front-running parties can be described as radical.

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COP26: Australia PM undecided on attending crucial climate summit

The coal-supporting nation has faced increasing pressure to commit to a net-zero emissions target.

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China Evergrande: What the company's debt crisis means for the world

The property giant has missed an interest payment deadline, fuelling concerns that it will collapse.

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German elections: Centre left take narrow lead in tight vote

Social Democrat leader Olaf Scholz says he has a "clear mandate" but his rival refuses to give up.

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China Evergrande: What the company's debt crisis means for the world

The property giant has missed an interest payment deadline, fuelling concerns that it will collapse.

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In rural Afghanistan, a family welcomes Taliban rule

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen travels to Helmand province, a month after the hardline Islamists took control.

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Xianzi: The #MeToo icon China is trying to silence

A court has thrown out a high-profile sexual harassment case. Can China's feminist movement survive?

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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Why are hundreds of aid trucks stranded?

The UN says hundreds of trucks have not returned from Tigray and it's affecting the flow of aid.

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India's misunderstood maharajahs

Indian princes were often stereotyped as lazy hedonists, but they were serious political figures.

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Dalai Lama backs bid to save Edinburgh cafe he inspired

Reka Gawa opened the Himalaya Cafe after a chance meeting with the spiritual leader almost 20 years ago.

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Gas price crisis: Octopus ordered to take on Avro's customers

Ofgem has ordered Octopus Energy to take on 580,000 customers from collapsed firm Avro Energy.

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Can green energy power Africa's future?

Energy access is a big issue for businesses in Africa, but can the continent go green as well?

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Interviewing the Taliban: 'Still now I am terrified'

Afghan news anchor Beheshta Arghand made history when she interviewed the Taliban.

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How climate change is making inequality worse, especially for children

Children will face up to three times as many extreme climate events as their grandparents, research suggests.

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Manta rays inspire new device to filter microplastics

Wastewater plants release microplastics into the environment, but could manta rays hold the key to a solution?

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Riskiest payments should be slowed to stop fraud, says Nationwide

Nationwide Building Society sets up a fraud checking hotline, but says wider changes are need to halt fraud.

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San Marino votes to legalise abortion in referendum

Over three quarters of voters approved changes to the total ban on abortion in the European enclave.

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Labour conference: Party to unveil plan to scrap business rates

Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves will promise a fairer property tax in a speech to Labour's conference.

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Fuel supply: UK suspends competition law to get petrol to forecourts

It comes as the Petrol Retailers Association warns that up to two-thirds of its members are out of fuel.

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Afghanistan: Taliban ban Helmand barbers from trimming beards

The hardline group says anyone cutting beards will be punished as it breaches their reading of Islamic law.

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German election: CDU leader 'not happy' with exit poll result

Armin Laschet thanks Angela Merkel for her service as chancellor - but says he is not happy with the election result so far.

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Fuel supply: Visas won't solve petrol supply issues - retailers

A trade body says filling stations are running out as ministers seek to bring in overseas lorry drivers.

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Farmers warn of Christmas turkey shortage due to lack of staff

Sales are already soaring despite fewer birds being produced for the big chains, a farming boss says.

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Sudan: Ethiopian troops 'repelled' after al-Fashaga advance

Ethiopia denies Sudan's claim of an incursion in the disputed al-Fashaga border region on Saturday.

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Iceland elects Europe's first female majority parliament

Iceland becomes the sixth country in the world with a parliament where 50% of seats are held by women.

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Switzerland same-sex marriage: Voters set to back yes

Projections suggest more than 60% have voted yes to the proposal, already law in most of western Europe.

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No fuel shortage, says transport secretary

Grant Shapps calls for drivers to be "sensible" and only fill up when they need to.

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Energy crisis not failure of regulation, says Ofgem boss

The boss of the regulator tells the BBC no one could have predicted the sharp rise in gas prices.

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Four Palestinians killed in Israeli West Bank raid against militants

Israel said it was conducting raids against Hamas militants who were planning an attack.

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Amtrak train derails in Montana, killing three and injuring dozens

Dozens of people are injured after several carriages of the Amtrak train came off the tracks.

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German elections: Voters decide who will take charge after Merkel

The election race could barely be tighter as voters decide who will run Europe's biggest economy.

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Nuclear weapons: Explained in numbers

Reality Check takes a look at the facts and figures behind the world's nuclear weapons

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Rwanda genocide 'kingpin' Théoneste Bagosora dies in prison

Bagosora was serving a 35-year sentence for his role in the massacre of 800,000 people.

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COP26: What is the Glasgow climate conference and why is it important?

A crucial climate change summit is being held in the UK- who's going and what's at stake?

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Letter from Africa: The wonders of Somali cuisine and a taste of home

Ethiopian and Eritrean food is well known globally, but this is your chance to discover Somali cooking.

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Hauliers and poultry workers to get temporary visas

Some 10,500 foreign lorry drivers and poultry workers will be able to work in the UK until Christmas Eve.

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Global Citizen Live: Billie Eilish and Ed Sheeran feature in 24-hour concert

The Global Citizen: Live festival will see performances from more than 60 artists in six continents.

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Canadians Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig freed by China arrive home

The two were released after a Huawei executive was freed in Canada, ending a three-year diplomatic row.

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Afghanistan: Taliban hang bodies as warning in city of Herat, say reports

The alleged kidnappers are reportedly hung in public, a day after a warning executions would resume.

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Seven killed in suicide attack near Somalia's presidential palace

The Islamist militant group Al-Shabab has claimed responsibility for the attack in the capital.

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Germany elections: Final rallies before Sunday's knife-edge vote

The politicians vying to replace Angela Merkel as German chancellor make final appeals ahead of Sunday's vote.

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Quad countries vow to work for freedom in region

The leaders of the US, Japan, India and Australia also launched a new climate initiative at the US summit.

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Actor Michael K Williams died of accidental drug overdose, coroner confirms

The actor died after overdosing on a combination of fentanyl, p-fluorofentanyl, heroin and cocaine.

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Music company buys NFT of 'Side-eyeing Chloe' meme

The image of two-year-old Chloe Clem making a disapproving face was auctioned in cryptocurrency.

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One of NYC's poshest buildings facing $250m lawsuit over building defects

A posh building on NYC's Billionaire Row has been facing a series of serious woes.

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Elon Musk says he and partner Grimes are semi-separated

The SpaceX founder said that their work had seen them spending significant amounts of time apart.

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Gambia's Jammeh pact bombshell: Treachery or reconciliation?

A political pact that could see the return of Gambia's exiled ex-President Jammeh proves divisive.

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Canadians Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig released from Chinese detention

Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig were released as a Chinese tech executive was freed in Canada.

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Meng Wanzhou: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row

After almost three years, Huawei's chief financial officer has had a US extradition request against her blocked.

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La Palma volcano: Visual guide to what happened

A series of maps and charts explaining what happened after an eruption in the Spanish Canary Islands.

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Climate change: Whisper it cautiously... there's been progress in run up to COP26

Pledges made at the UN have lifted hopes for the Glasgow summit, but some major questions remain.

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Sustainable fashion: From the red carpet to our wardrobes?

Hannah Peel wore a sustainable dress to the Mercury Awards - but is the fashion industry changing?

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Lorry driver shortage: Government working on temporary visa scheme

A shortage of drivers has disrupted supply chains and fuel deliveries, with vehicles queuing for petrol.

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Afghanistan: Inside the prison staffed by former inmates released by the Taliban

The BBC has been given access to Kabul's main jail, where former Taliban inmates are now caretakers.

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Ros Atkins On… Germany’s Election Explained

Ros Atkins explains how Germany’s election works, the candidates and the issues at stake.

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Attacked by a hyena: My advice for a fellow victim

Nine-year-old Rodwell Nkomazana lost an eye, his nose, and his upper lip when he was mauled by a hyena.

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Switzerland to hold referendum on same-sex marriage

Voters in Switzerland go to the polls this Sunday to decide whether to allow same-sex marriage.

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Nike and Costco warn of product shortages and delays

The sportswear giant and retailer are struggling to source products due to supply chain issues.

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R. Kelly trial: A look at the key moments as jury deliberates

The five-week trial heard harrowing details of abuse and assault. Here are the key moments.

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Huawei's Meng Wanzhou 'to be freed' in US deal

Chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou has been detained in Canada over US fraud charges since 2018.

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Hillary Clinton to be installed as university chancellor

The former US secretary of state will be formally installed as the university's new chancellor later.

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Haitian migrants at US border: 'We've been through 11 countries'

One man tells how he trekked through jungle with his young son, seeing fellow migrants' dead bodies.

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Catalan separatist Carles Puigdemont arrested in Italy

Spain accuses the former president of the Catalonia region of sedition, and wants him extradited.

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The other missing Americans: 'Where is their coverage?'

Keen public interest in the Gabby Petito case has renewed the urgency of other missing person cases.

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Capitol riot committee to investigate Trump allies

The committee investigating the 6 January riot has issued the first subpoenas of the Trump team.

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Gabby Petito case: FBI issues arrest warrant for boyfriend Brian Laundrie

The indictment says Brian Laundrie used a debit card that did not belong to him after her death.

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Little Boots says Abba's new live band is 'badass cool'

The pop star is joining Abba's live band next year, after crowd-funding her sparkling new album.

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Singapore migrant workers are still living in Covid lockdown

The workers in Singapore are enduring one of the longest Covid confinement periods in the world.

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German elections 2021: The conspiracy theories targeting voters

One wildly inaccurate claim suggests Germany does not actually exist.

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Spying concerns fuel the market for more secure tech

Revelations about spyware have spurred interest in more secure phones and software.

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Petrol station closures spark lorry driver row

Some forecourts closed on Thursday amid a driver shortage that has caused havoc with supply chains.

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Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 September 2021

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

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Migrants freezing to death on Belarus-Poland border

The BBC finds stranded migrants facing sub-zero temperatures amid a row between Poland and Belarus.

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Restaurants set to be banned from withholding staff tips

The government is set to make it illegal for hospitality bosses to withhold tips from their workers.

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The edible insects coming to a supermarket near you

A number of firms are now farming locusts and mealworms for human consumption.

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R Kelly lawyer compares him to Martin Luther King

The defence makes its final arguments in the singer's sex-abuse trial before the jury retires.

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Here’s a handful of facts about sign language

Sign language is an important way of communicating especially for the deaf community, but how much do you know about it?

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Why are so many Haitians at the US-Mexico border?

Thousands of migrants are at the Texas-Mexico border. Here's what we know about why they are coming.

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Ministers examining how to fill food sector labour shortages

The government said it is "looking at options" to deal with labour shortages ahead of Christmas.

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Canary Islands volcano: 'Miracle house' escapes lava

The volcano on La Palma has been erupting since Sunday, destroying hundreds of homes.

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Earliest definitive evidence of people in Americas

Scientists have found evidence that humans reached the Americas earlier than previously thought.

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Netherlands Covid: Boy wins court battle for right to jab

The 12-year-old can get vaccinated to visit his dying grandmother despite his father's objections.

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Thousands remain at Haitian migrant camp in Texas

Local officials have struggled to provide food and sanitation to the Haitian migrants.

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Taiwan seeks entry into key trade pact before China

Taiwan has warned that its application into the CPTPP could be affected should China join first.

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Fighter, juggler, spaceman - who is Oleksandr Usyk?

Oleksandr Usyk fights Anthony Joshua on Saturday - but who is the grinning Ukrainian who loves juggling?

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Covid debt: A baby, job loss - and now eviction

Tenants are being evicted due to rent arrears built up during the pandemic, an investigation finds.

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Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie: What do we know about the boyfriend?

A body found on Sunday is that of Gabby Petito, but her fiancé remains missing. This is what we know.

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Evergrande: Shares in crisis-hit firm jump as debt deadline looms

The debt-laden developer is due to make a $83.5m interest payment on an overseas bond on Thursday.

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Evergrande: Shares in crisis-hit firm jump as debt deadline looms

The debt-laden developer is due to make a $83.5m interest payment on an overseas bond on Thursday.

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'Giving birth left me needing a colostomy bag'

Former triathlete Kayleigh Adams endured a fourth-degree tear that led to her needing a colostomy bag.

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Extremists using video-game chats to spread hate

Campaigners say including extremist narratives among everyday conversations can be a pathway to radicalisation.

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US approves Covid booster jabs for some older and at-risk Americans

The move applies to Americans over 65 who were vaccinated with Pfizer, and those at high Covid risk.

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Time for humanity to grow up on climate, says UK PM

The world is approaching a critical turning point, Boris Johnson warns the UN's General Assembly.

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Grim echoes of history in images of Haitians at US-Mexico border

Pictures of border officers rounding up black men have drawn comparisons to US slave patrols.

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Changing China: Why Xi Jinping is leading a way back to socialism

China has not been very socialist for years, but the Communist Party looks set to change that.

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Vauxhall Motors plans Luton job losses amid chip crisis

The Unite union says it will "do everything in our power to mitigate or prevent" job losses.

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Angela Merkel: Four expert verdicts on a contested legacy

When the German chancellor steps down, how will history remember her? Four experts have their say.

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The edible insects coming to a supermarket near you

A number of firms are now farming locusts and mealworms for human consumption.

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Central African Republic war: No-go zones and Russian meddling

All sides are accused of planting landmines in a dangerous shift in the Central African Republic.

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Angela Merkel: What will Germans miss about the chancellor?

BBC Europe editor Katya Adler takes a road trip to find out how Germans will remember their chancellor.

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'Side-eying Chloe' Clem to sell iconic meme as NFT

The image of Chloe Clem could fetch her tens of thousands of dollars at auction.

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Why China's Xi Jinping looks to be pursuing a road back to socialism

China has not been very socialist for years, but the Communist Party looks set to change that.

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Energy firms' collapse hits 1.5 million customers

Several energy suppliers, such as Avro Energy and Green, have gone bust in recent weeks.

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CEO Secrets: 'In my business, you eat what you kill'

Music executive Riki Bleau shares his business advice for our CEO Secrets series.

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Aukus pact: France and US seek to mend rift

The deal caused outrage in France, which lost a contract to build submarines for Australia.

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US economy continues to strengthen despite Delta, says Fed

The central bank may start paring back its emergency support for the economy "soon" - but didn't say when.

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Trade talks on the agenda as Johnson meets Biden

The talks between the UK prime minister and US president come as a possible trade pact is considered.

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Melbourne earthquake: Tremor rattles southeast Australia

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake rattles Australia's second largest city, causing damage to buildings.

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Covid vaccine stockpiles: Are 241m doses at risk of going to waste?

Joe Biden wants more global vaccine equality but the US and other nations have not backed promises with action.

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Aukus: Australia's big gamble on the US over China

Australia has taken a central role in the Aukus defence pact - there are major benefits and risks too.

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COP 26: How much is the developing world getting to fight climate change?

Are rich countries living up to their climate promises to the developing world?

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Fifa 22 soundtrack: Why getting on it is a 'bucket list' moment

This is what it means to young artists to be featured on the playlist for the latest Fifa game.

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Major record labels could face competition inquiry

The competition watchdog has been asked whether major record labels are distorting the market.

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Boris Johnson and Joe Biden meet at White House

The talks between the UK prime minister and US president come as a possible trade pact is considered.

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Life at 50C: Heat hitting home in Australia

Cities like Sydney are already experiencing extremely hot days because of climate change.

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Taliban ask to speak at UN General Assembly in New York

The group wants to address world leaders, weeks after ousting Afghanistan's former government.

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'No clear end to HS2 cost and delays' say MPs

The Public Accounts Committee is "increasingly alarmed" about key parts of the rail project.

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Pret to hire 3,000 staff after cutting same number in 2020

The coffee and sandwich chain says it hopes to open 200 shops and double in size within five years.

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Catalogue of errors led to £1bn of state pension underpayments

The National Audit Office says 134,000 pensioners, mostly women, were affected by a preventable scandal.

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How 'nerd' culture powered through the pandemic

Meet the online content creators beating the odds to build successful careers from their passions.

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Pandemic has changed travel forever, says AirBnB boss

Boss Brian Chesky says people are increasingly combining business and leisure travel thanks to remote working.

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Gabby Petito: Body found in Wyoming is missing 'van life' blogger

A coroner says the 22-year-old's death was a homicide but gives no details as to how she died.

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Canada election: Conservative O'Toole defiant after loss to Trudeau

Canada's Conservative leader promised to stay on, adding that he has more work to do to win.

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BTS: Korean boyband open UN general debate with performance and speech

The UN general debate opened with K-pop band BTS, followed by a speech about sustainable development.

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Covid travel test change date needed to avoid losses

Airlines and airports say they need a date for when PCR tests are removed so they don't lose out on bookings.

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Canary Islands volcano: BBC reporter on the evacuation of La Palma residents

The BBC reports on the evacuation of hundreds of homes in the path of an erupting volcano on La Palma.

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Abba's Bjorn Ulvaeus launches campaign to fix £500m music royalty problem

Bjorn Ulvaeus launches a campaign to ensure musicians don't miss out on unpaid royalties.

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Record backlog of cargo ships at California ports

Some 65 container ships are stuck outside the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, amid trade bottlenecks.

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Record backlog of cargo ships at California ports

Some 65 container ships are stuck outside the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, amid trade bottlenecks.

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Russia responsible for Litvinenko killing - European court

Russia responsible for killing of Alexander Litvinenko, spy who died in London of polonium poisoning in 2006, European court finds

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Canada election: Trudeau stays in power but Liberals fall short of majority

The Canadian prime minister's Liberal Party is projected to form another minority government.

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Coup attempt fails in Sudan - state media

Intense military activity is reported in Khartoum and Omdurman and bridges across the River Nile close.

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Mundra Port: Nearly three tonnes of heroin seized at Gujarat port

The seized drugs reportedly have a street value of more than $2.7bn.

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Government borrowing falls in August

Borrowing shrinks, but was still the second-highest on record for August as Covid support continues.

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Gas crisis: Energy price cap will stay, say Kwasi Kwarteng and Ofgem

Some 15 million households will be protected from soaring gas prices, the business secretary confirms.

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Nasa selects landing site for Moon rover mission

The space agency will send a rover to look for water-ice near a crater at the Moon's South Pole.

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Evergrande: Asia stocks mixed as investors weigh China concerns

Troubled property giant Evergrande has triggered fears of potential contagion in global markets.

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The mother and son who waited 58 years for a hug

Calvin Barrett flies from the US to the UK to meet his "Ma" after tracing her through a DNA test.

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Afghan interpreters' details in UK data breach

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has launched an investigation, while the MoD has apologised for the breach.

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Wally the wandering walrus is spotted in Iceland

The 800kg mammal had not been seen for more than three weeks.

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Texas abortion: Doctor sued in first known challenges of new law

The cases against a doctor who admitted to performing an abortion are the first known lawsuits.

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How 'nerd' culture powered through the pandemic

Meet the online content creators beating the odds to build successful careers from their passions.

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Twitch hate raids: Minority streamers have 'a target on their back'

Streamers tell Newsbeat about the targeted hate they get and what they want Twitch to do about it.

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Cambodia: The autistic teenager jailed over a Telegram post

He allegedly insulted Cambodia's government, prompting heavily-armed policemen to arrest him.

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A year in Calais: One migrant’s year-long attempt to cross the Channel

The BBC followed Iranian migrant Alex, as he tried to cross from France to the UK with a smuggler.

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Can apps manage our chronic health conditions?

A Swedish tech firm has created an app to help alleviate people's joint pain.

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US stocks tumble amid fears of market correction

Wall Street follows Europe lower amid concerns about China's financial system and US growth.

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Gabby Petito: What do we know about the case so far?

A body matching Gabby Petito's description was found on Sunday, while her fiancé remains missing.

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Pimlico Plumbers sold to US firm Neighborly

The deal will see founder Charlie Mullins offload his 90% stake in the group.

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Christmas toy price rises and stock shortages warning

One toy firm says rising shipping costs and HGV driver shortages are making for "a perfect storm".

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Electricity energy costs damaging sector, says UK Steel

Some firms are being forced to temporarily pause production when the price goes "through the roof".

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Guinness World Records: Japanese sisters certified world's oldest twins

Umeno Sumiyama and Koume Kodama from Japan are presented with their awards by Guinness World Records.

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Russia shooting: Gunman kills several at Perm University

The attacker is said to have walked on to the university campus on Monday morning and started shooting.

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Endangered South African penguins killed by swarm of bees near Cape Town

More than 60 protected birds were found on the beach with multiple bee-stings but no other injuries.

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Aukus could trigger a 'nuclear arms race', says North Korea

Pyongyang said the pact would "upset the strategic balance in the Asia-Pacific region".

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Hong Kong sees patriots inducted into new election committee

Hong Kong had earlier passed a way designed to keep "unpatriotic" people from positions of power.

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Evergrande: Embattled China property giant sparks economy fears

The world's most indebted real estate developer is in crisis - is it too big to fail?

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Worker shortage: Prezzo gives staff pay rise and Boxing Day off

The Italian restaurant chain is the latest hospitality company to give its workers a pay rise.

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Canary Islands: Spanish PM arrives amid volcano eruption

Pedro Sanchez has arrived on La Palma where a volcanic eruption has forced evacuations.

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Burundi floods: Lake Tanganyika's water levels rise

Heavy rains have caused water levels to rise, forcing about 100,000 people to flee, a charity says.

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South African whistle-blower: I don't feel safe

Mosilo Mothepu has paid a heavy price for speaking out about corruption in her firm.

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Aukus: France pulls out of UK defence talks amid row

Paris is angry after Australia cancelled a submarine contract in favour of a deal with the UK and US.

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Canada election: What you need to know about the campaign

Canadians are voting on Monday and Justin Trudeau's party faces a stiff challenge to retain power.

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Giving birth under the Taliban

Pregnant women, new mothers and infants are bearing the brunt of a worsening healthcare crisis.

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Gabby Petito: Body matching missing blogger found in Wyoming

Crews searching for missing Florida woman Gabby Petito have found a body, the FBI says.

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Emmy Awards return with in-person ceremony in Los Angeles

Ted Lasso, The Crown and The Queen's Gambit are among the big nominees this year.

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Can apps manage our chronic health conditions?

A Swedish tech firm has created an app to help alleviate people's joint pain.

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Emmy Awards 2021: The red carpet looks in pictures

Kaley Cuoco, Olivia Colman and Gillian Anderson are among the stars attending the ceremony.

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Migrants in Texas: US flies Haitian migrants back home from border

Hundreds of would-be immigrants camped under a bridge on the US-Mexico border are returned to Haiti.

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Street dreams of Nairobi dance crew hoping to beat the odds

A group of street dancers in Nairobi, Kenya, struggle against the odds to become celebrities.

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My dad, held hostage in Iran

London-based baker Elika Ashoori is campaigning to bring her father home from jail in Iran.

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Gas price rise: Government considering loans for energy firms

Boris Johnson says market forces should be "very swift" in resolving issues caused by recent gas price increases.

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My husband and son fought in Afghanistan - it changed all of us

America's two decades in Afghanistan impacted those who served - and the families waiting at home.

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UK energy company seeks funds to avoid collapse

Bulb, the UK's sixth largest energy provider, is seeking funds due to price rises in wholesale gas.

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SpaceX: Inspiration4 amateur astronaut capsule splashes back to Earth

The quartet of civilian astronauts lands safely in the Atlantic off the coast of Florida.

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Aukus: Australia defends role in security pact amid French condemnation

The PM defends ending the multi-billion dollar agreement in favour of a new pact with the US and UK.

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Afghanistan: Stay home, female Kabul government workers told

It is the latest restriction imposed on Afghanistan's women by the country's new Taliban rulers.

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Gas price rise: Food firms warn increase will hit supplies

Meat producers and supermarkets fear a shortage of CO2 will hit the availability of fresh produce.

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Russia election: Opposition complaints on final day of voting

Political opponents complain of being silenced amid reports of fraud in the parliamentary vote.

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Gas prices: Are energy bills going up and what can I do?

Gas prices have soared by 250% since January but what does that mean for household bills?

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Manny Pacquiao: Boxing star to run for Philippines president

Manny Pacquiao is a senator in parliament and remains active in the ring after a successful career.

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Johannesburg mayor Jolidee Matongo killed in car crash

South Africa's President Ramaphosa pays tribute to Jolidee Matongo, who died at the age of 46.

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Israel recaptures final Palestinian escapees

The two were part of a six man group who tunnelled out of jail almost two weeks ago.

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Police outnumber protesters at right-wing Capitol rally

A rally in support of jailed rioters draws a few hundred attendees - and far more press and police.

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Emmy Awards 2021: 7 things to know ahead of the ceremony

That's one possibility at this year's event, where Ted Lasso and The Crown are among other nominees.

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Turkmenistan: Getting Covid in a land where no cases officially exist

People in Turkmenistan are struggling to get treatment in a system that denies there are any cases.

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Ethiopia: Fact-checking misleading images about hunger in Amhara

Food shortages are worsening in Ethiopia but some images online are not what they claim to be.

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SpaceX: Inspiration4 amateur astronauts return to Earth after three days

The four amateur astronauts landed safely in the Atlantic Ocean after three days orbiting Earth.

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Canada election: Why it’s easier to vote in Canada than the US

Things like advanced voting and federally-run elections make it easier for Canadians to vote.

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The link between climate change, seaweed and ice cream

Seaweed production has been affected by warming seas – this is how farmers are adapting.

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From Katrina to Ida: How US presidents react to climate change and natural disasters

Since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, US presidents have realised the impact of their reactions to extreme weather.

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Fake Paralympians boss: 'I didn't know about cheating'

The man fined for sending non-disabled athletes to the Sydney Paralympics breaks his silence.

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Afghanistan: The 'shattered dreams' of the Ariana cabin crew

The BBC's Lyse Doucet meets the female crew of Afghanistan's national airline, who are in hiding.

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Morgan Bullock makes professional debut in Riverdance

Morgan Bullock from Richmond, Virginia, joins the UK touring company of the acclaimed Irish dance show.

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Get an Eiffel of this performer walking the line in Paris

Nathan Paulin walks along a 70m (230ft) high slackline attached to an iconic French landmark.

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Aukus: French minister condemns US and Australia 'lies' over security pact

France's foreign minister accuses its allies of "duplicity" and "contempt" over a new security pact.

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Migrants in Texas: Thousands moved to processing centres

More than 10,000 people have gathered under a bridge in Del Rio, a Texas border town.

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Boxer Amir Khan removed from US flight

The Briton was asked to leave the plane at Newark airport after a reported row over face coverings.

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Afghanistan: Kabul drone strike a terrible mistake, says US

Gen Frank McKenzie says the US "takes full responsibility" for the strike in which 10 Afghan civilians died.

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Thousands of migrants gather at US-Mexico border crossing

At least 10,000 people are camped under the bridge at the US-Mexico border, in poor conditions.

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Four more small energy firms could go bust next week

Rising wholesale gas prices means some companies are unable to supply energy customers have paid for.

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Afghanistan: Girls excluded as Afghan secondary schools reopen

A schoolgirl tells the BBC that "everything looks very dark" as schools reopen for boys but not girls.

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Gabby Petito: Fiance Brian Laundrie goes missing too

Brian Laundrie, a person of interest in the disappearance of Gabby Petito, has gone missing.

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Migrants in Texas: US 'to fly thousands back to Haiti'

Thousands of migrants are camping under a Texas-Mexico border bridge, in squalid conditions.

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Abdelaziz Bouteflika: Former Algerian president dies aged 84

Bouteflika led Algeria for 20 years, but his bid for a fifth term led to huge protests in 2019.

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Hyderabad rape suspect found dead: Is it murder or suicide?

Police say the 30-year-old man raped and killed a child in the city of Hyderabad last week.

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German elections: How Angela Merkel changed her country

Young people have never known another leader, and many worry for the future as old certainties shift.

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Mexico metro collapse: 'All I ever wanted was for my son to come home'

The mother of the youngest victim of Mexico's metro crash takes on some of the country's richest people.

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Kenya's CBC education reform: How scarecrows are terrifying parents

A new school curriculum means challenging tasks end up being performed by parents not their children.

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Gas price rises prompt urgent government talks

There are concerns the high price of wholesale gas could have a far-reaching impact on the economy.

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Robert Durst convicted: US millionaire found guilty of first-degree murder

Durst was convicted of killing his best friend Susan Berman in 2000, and is likely to die in prison.

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The moment QAnon took the person I love most

People share with the BBC the moment they knew they had lost their loved one to QAnon.

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Canada election: Why it takes 30 years to buy a house in Canada

Canada's skyrocketing housing costs have become a key election issue this year.

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Bouteflika: Child prodigy to octogenarian leader

The former president, whose decades-long rule sparked massive protests, has died aged 84.

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Afghanistan: The escape of the whirling dancer

How the only female whirling dancer in Afghanistan made it out of Kabul.

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Unpaid state pension: 'I'm disgusted by delays'

Thousands of people who have turned 66 have not been paid their state pensions and they are furious.

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Pele: Brazil football legend 'recovering well' says daughter

Brazilian legend Pele is "recovering well" from a recent operation, his daughter says. after media reports he had been readmitted to intensive care.

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Police warn of threats ahead of right-wing rally at US Capitol

Fencing has been erected at the US Capitol to prevent chaos similar to the 6 January pro-Trump riot.

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France recalls envoys after security pact row

France recalls its ambassadors from the US and Australia over a new security pact it said was "a stab in the back".

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US admits Kabul drone strike killed civilians

A US inquiry has found a drone strike in Kabul in late August killed 10 innocent people, a US official says.

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The Activist: Priyanka Chopra 'sorry' for role on reality show

The show was originally pitched as a competition series but will now become a documentary.

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US immigration: Thousands gather under bridge at US-Mexico border in growing crisis

The mostly Haitian migrants are sleeping under the Del Rio bridge in squalid conditions.

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Clinton-linked lawyer charged for lying in Trump-Russia origins probe

He is accused of hiding ties to the Clinton campaign when submitting a tip about Donald Trump.

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Assam shorts: India teenager forced to cover legs with curtain at exam centre

The Indian student was stopped from entering exam centre after a teacher objected to her clothes.

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Retail sales fall as more people dine out

Sales at food stores fell last month as more people spent their money in restaurants and bars.

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Covid-19: Overhaul of international travel rules expected

Ministers are expected to announce changes to the travel traffic light system in England on Friday.

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Aukus: US and UK face global backlash over Australia defence deal

The nuclear submarine deal with Australia has angered France and raised fears of a war with China.

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China applies to join key Asia-Pacific trade pact

It comes the day after a regional security agreement between the US, UK and Australia was unveiled.

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China applies to join key Asia-Pacific trade pact

It comes the day after a regional security agreement between the US, UK and Australia was unveiled.

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California fires: Blankets wrapped around world's biggest trees

Fire-resistant blankets are being wrapped around California's famous sequoia trees as a blaze closes in.

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Why North Korea's cruise missile launch could worry other nations

Though cruise missiles are not banned by the UN, this test presents new problems for other nations.

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German police arrest four over foiled Islamist synagogue attack

A 16-year-old Syrian boy was among those detained over a suspected Islamist plot, authorities say.

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Gen Z battles to bring back unions, one Starbucks at a time

Younger Americans are reviving US labour activism amid stagnant wages and Covid hardship.

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How TikTokers took down a Texas anti-abortion site

A draconian abortion ban in Texas has Gen Z fighting its enforcement through hacktivism

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Canada federal election: The man who could topple Trudeau

The new Conservative leader has tied Justin Trudeau in the polls with a pitch to moderate voters.

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'I’m constantly worried about being evicted'

Debt charity StepChange is calling for emergency support for renters who have fallen behind on payments.

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'Looking back, it was an amazing thing I did'

Meet the founder on a 10-year mission to disrupt Japan's rigid work culture.

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Why taking up an instrument has struck a chord for so many

The pandemic led to around 1m UK adults learning an instrument and many taking music lessons.

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Dutch Foreign Minister Sigrid Kaag quits over Afghanistan chaos

Sigrid Kaag is the first senior Western official to resign over the evacuation crisis last month.

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Carbon emitters 'failing to disclose climate risks'

In a study of more than 100 company accounts, 80% of audits didn't assess climate risk.

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Sir Clive Sinclair: Computing pioneer dies aged 81

The inventor, entrepreneur and ZX Spectrum creator died at his London home following a long illness.

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US man files $1m lawsuit after Michigan teacher cuts child's hair

The US man says his daughter's rights were violated when she had her her cut without permission.

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Covid: Italy to require all workers to show 'green pass' certificate

New rules mean workers must show they are vaccinated, have tested negative, or recovered from Covid.

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Crackdown fears send Macau casino shares on a losing streak

The market value of firms operating in the world's biggest gambling hub has slumped this week.

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Gabby Petito: Police hunt woman missing from trip with fiancé

Police say the boyfriend of 22-year-old Gabby Petito is a person of interest in her disappearance.

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UK power prices soar after key cable hit by blaze

British wholesale electricity prices for the following day jumped by 19% to £475 per megawatt hour.

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Bitcoin protests in El Salvador against cryptocurrency as legal tender

The demonstrators burn Bitcoin machines, a week after the cryptocurrency became legal tender.

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Bitcoin protests in El Salvador against cryptocurrency as legal tender

The demonstrators burn Bitcoin machines, a week after the cryptocurrency became legal tender.

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French storms: Seven drown in choppy Mediterranean

The waters of the Mediterranean were stirred up by storms and high winds.

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Covid: The lives upended by Australia's sealed border

Eighteen months after Australia shut its border, people reveal tales of separation and despair.

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Canada election: Lytton fire puts village at centre of debate

A village in western Canada recorded the country's highest-ever temperature. The next day it was gone.

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How Morocco's king dealt a blow to political Islam

Shocking election results reveal how King Mohammed VI has survived the Arab Spring and its aftermath.

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Canadian prairie ranchers struggle with drought conditions

Amid a severe drought in the Prairies, some ranchers are trying to find ways to work with nature.

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On the trail of fake medicine smugglers in Benin

Since the beginning of the pandemic, there’s been an increase in counterfeit drugs around the world.

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Mangrove forests: Photography winners show beauty of ecosystems

The Mangrove Photography Award winners show unique ecosystems above and below the waterline.

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Ros Atkins on... why people are using a horse drug

Ivermectin is being used by some to treat Covid-19, despite the benefits being unproven.

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The homemakers breaking taboos on Instagram

Vasanti, Ritu and Pradnya, who have overcome huge challenges, now find joy performing on social media.

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Most office workers will never return full-time, survey says

Most people do not believe workers will return to the office full-time, according to new YouGov research.

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Five ways we think office work will change

How people think the coronavirus pandemic has affected the future of office work in five charts.

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CEO Secrets: 'You can run a business and have a baby'

Planning for a maternity leave when you're the boss of a fast-growing company.

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Alex Murdaugh: The hot shot US lawyer and the hit man

Months after his wife and son were found dead, police say a lawyer arranged a hit - on himself.

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Afghanistan: Taliban deputy denies reports of leadership row in new video

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar had disappeared from view amid reports of a row between Taliban leaders.

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Shares in Federer backed shoe firm soar on debut

Shares in On Holding jumped by almost 46% on their first day of trading in New York.

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UK, US and Australia launch landmark security pact

The three nations agree to share advanced technologies, including nuclear-powered submarine know-how.

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Covid-19: Pope puzzled about vaccine hesitancy in the Church

Pope Francis says most people at the Vatican are vaccinated except for a "small group".

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Afghanistan: Life under Taliban rule one month on

Secunder Kermani looks at life in northern Afghanistan, four weeks after the militants seized power.

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Gunmen kidnap foreign guests from Mexico hotel

Police are hunting for the victims, who are believed to be Haitian and Venezuelan migrants.

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Iranian musician risks prison for new album

Mehdi Rajabian made an album in secret in his basement despite threats from Iranian authorities.

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Apple iPhone 13 brings portrait mode for video

The portrait-mode style video setting can pull focus on its subjects automatically.

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Russian elections: How democratic are they?

Ahead of this week's elections many opposition candidates have been prevented from running.

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Canada federal election: Canadians want reconciliation. Will the election deliver?

The issue that seized Canadians for much of the summer has mostly been absent on the campaign trail.

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When the Nazis sent scientists to the Himalayas

Heinrich Himmler sent a team of five Germans to Tibet in 1938 to pursue the Aryan race myth.

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Miss Ireland 2021: First black winner 'proud' of crown

Pamela Uba moved to the country as a seven-year-old - now she's making history after taking the title.

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Pakistan: How to cool Karachi as temperatures rise

In Karachi, Pakistan, one entrepreneur is on a mission to plant urban forests to cope with rising temperatures.

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Pennies back in production as cash is hoarded during Covid

No new 1p coins were made by The Royal Mint in 2018 and 2019 but returned to production last year.

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'I learned to read again to get a new job'

New research found that low levels of literacy costs workers an extra 18 months in lost earnings.

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Why even giant ships can't solve the shipping crisis

A shortage of vessels is hampering global trade and may lead to empty shelves before Christmas.

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Dramatic body camera video shows Wichita fire rescue

Body camera video shows firefighters rushing into a burning flat complex to save trapped residents.

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Hushpuppi - the Instagram influencer and international fraudster

How Nigerian Ramon Abbas went from a romance scammer to a so-called "Billionaire Gucci Master".

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Comedian Norm MacDonald dead at 61 from cancer

The Canadian comic was best known for presenting a news parody on Saturday Night Live in the 1990s.

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Faroe Islands: Anger over killing of 1,400 dolphins in one day

Hunting is under scrutiny after more than 1,400 dolphins were killed in one day - a reported record.

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Apple iPhone 13 brings portrait mode for video

The portrait-mode style video setting can pull focus on its subjects automatically.

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Fashion house in backlash over 'racist' $1,190 sweatpants

Critics say the $1,190 pants, which come with a built-in pair of boxer shorts, rip off US hip hop culture.

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Afghanistan: Taliban leaders in bust-up at presidential palace, sources say

Taliban officials say the group's co-founder left Kabul after an argument over the interim government.

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Haiti PM Ariel Henry banned from leaving country amid murder inquiry

Charges are sought against Ariel Henry over alleged links with a suspect in the president's killing.

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Spain targets energy firms as European bills surge

Bills are spiralling in several countries and Spain agrees emergency measures to help consumers.

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Asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs shaped fortunes of snakes

Snakes owe their success in part to the asteroid impact that killed off the dinosaurs 66 million years ago.

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Fashion house in backlash over 'racist' $1,190 sweatpants

Critics say the $1,190 pants, which come with a built-in pair of boxer shorts, rip off US hip hop culture.

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Spain targets energy firms as European bills surge

Bills are spiralling in several countries and Spain agrees emergency measures to help consumers.

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What's gone wrong with the 'War on Terror' in Africa?

Twenty years after the US 'War on Terror' began, Islamist movements have spread across Africa.

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Canada federal election: A look at the key numbers driving the campaign

A visual guide to the big issues in Canada's federal election, from climate to cost of living.

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Twenty years after 9/11, will al-Qaeda rise again?

Where is al-Qaeda 20 years after the 9/11 attacks - and could it re-emerge as a terror threat?

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Covid: Which countries are vaccinating children and why?

Millions of children around the world are being offered a Covid vaccine.

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Amazon's Cape Town base: The battle to save South African culture

Some indigenous groups say the planned office in Cape Town is on culturally important land.

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Fake Walmart news release claimed it would accept cryptocurrency

A news story claiming Walmart would accept cryptocurrency Litecoin was fabricated, the retail giant says.

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German election: Hunger strikers want greater action on climate change

Six young people say they won't end their hunger strike until the leading candidates meet them.

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Why even giant ships can't solve the shipping crisis

A shortage of vessels is hampering global trade and may lead to empty shelves before Christmas.

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World War Two: The forgotten Indian soldiers of Dunkirk

Some 300 Indian soldiers were evacuated from the coast of France during a pivotal moment in World War Two.

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Life at 50C: The toxic gas flares fuelling Nigeria's climate change

Joy and her family are among 2m Nigerians living within 4km of a gas flare in Nigeria's oil-rich south.

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China's coronavirus-fuelled surfing boom

Covid travel restrictions that have limited foreign travel have led to a boom in surfing in China.

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Scrap Covid tests for most travellers, says industry

The government has "choked off" travel trade and 70% of firms plan redundancies, says Abta.

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World now sees twice as many days over 50C

BBC research finds the number of days passing 50C has doubled in the past 40 years.

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Megapod of feeding humpback whales 'so special'

A megapod of over 100 humpback whales has been filmed feeding off Australia's New South Wales coast.

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Russia election: Opposition crushed ahead of managed polls

Exiled or disqualified, opposition voices warn of a government stitch-up in this week’s elections.

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Ros Atkins on... lorry driver shortages

Ros Atkins looks at why there's a lack of drivers and how it's affecting UK businesses.

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The rare Indian swimming camels under threat

India's unique Kharai camels can swim in the sea. But their habitat is slowly disappearing.

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The pressures - and rewards - of being an influencer

Running your own popular YouTube channel can be lucrative, but it comes with downsides.

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Afghan women hit back at Taliban with #DoNotTouchMyClothes campaign

Afghan women show off their traditional dress as black burqas spread under the Taliban.

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Democrats propose partial rollback of Trump tax cuts

Under new plans, corporate and income tax would rise for the wealthiest companies and individuals.

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Fake Walmart news release claimed it would accept cryptocurrency

A news story claiming Walmart would accept cryptocurrency Litecoin was fabricated, the retail giant says.

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Man arrested with bayonet and machete near US Capitol

Police say the man claimed to be "on patrol" and talked about white supremacy when he was arrested.

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Daniil Medvedev: US Open champion finally celebrates - and says title is anniversary present for his wife

Winning his first Grand Slam at the US Open was enough for Daniil Medvedev to finally celebrate - and he pulled out a move from a video game.

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UK scraps Covid-19 vaccine deal with French firm Valneva

The French firm says the deal was cancelled over allegations of a breach of the agreement, which it denies.

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Eitan Biran: Italy investigates 'kidnap' of cable car crash survivor

Eitan Biran, 6, the only survivor of May's disaster, is taken to Israel by his grandfather.

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Why North Korea keeps launching missiles

North Korea keeps testing missiles despite international condemnation. Why does Pyongyang persist?

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British American Tobacco negotiated bribe for Mugabe, new evidence suggests

Documents reveal British American Tobacco’s role in bribery and spying in southern Africa.

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Alibaba slides on report of China plans to break up payment app

Chinese regulators have been targeting Ant Group and other technology companies operating in the country.

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North Korea tests new long-range cruise missile

It shows Pyongyang can still develop new weapons despite food shortages and an economic crisis.

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Britney Spears announces engagement to Sam Asghari

The singer, who is fighting a legal battle over her conservatorship, met fiancé Sam Asghari in 2016.

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Record number of environmental activists murdered

More than 220 environment and land rights activists were murdered last year, according to a report.

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Canada election: What is your 'ballot box' issue?

Three voters tell the BBC what issues are at stake and who they are voting for.

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Kenyan influencers paid to take 'guerrilla warfare’ online

Shadowy financiers are closing down a once democratic space on Twitter for political debate in Kenya.

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British American Tobacco negotiated bribe for Mugabe, new evidence suggests

Documents reveal British American Tobacco’s role in bribery and spying in southern Africa.

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Spain fire: Thousands flee blaze near Costa del Sol town

Almost 2,000 people have left their homes as the military joins efforts to contain the flames.

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Medvedev ends Djokovic's calendar Grand Slam dream

Russia's Daniil Medvedev wins his first Grand Slam title by shattering Novak Djokovic's hopes of completing a calendar sweep of the majors in a one-sided US Open final.

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The pressures - and rewards - of being an influencer

Running your own popular YouTube channel can be lucrative, but it comes with downsides.

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India appointed three top women judges. Is it too early to celebrate?

Appointment of three women to India's Supreme Court is being hailed as a "historic moment".

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The first hate-crime attack after 9/11

The story of the first American to be killed in the backlash - a turbaned Sikh man in Arizona.

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UK must prepare for more economic shocks, says TUC

The Covid pandemic will not be a one-off, with climate chaos already a reality, says Frances O'Grady.

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Covid: Legal action begins over quarantine hotel rules

A law firm representing travellers is taking the government to court over the UK's quarantine hotel policy.

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The epicentre of Britain's pandemic house price boom

House prices have surged in many parts of the UK - and in one district they have risen by 29% in a year.

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Could a reboot make social media a nicer place?

A Harvard University project will explore whether social media can be de-toxed

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Match crowd catches falling cat in a flag

The cat used one of its nine lives at the American football match in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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Cressida Dick: Tech giants make it impossible to stop terrorists

Pressure on tech firms intensifies as Priti Patel unveils fund for technologies to keep children safe.

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Ricciardo wins Italian GP after Hamilton & Verstappen crash

McLaren's Daniel Ricciardo won the Italian Grand Prix after a harrowing crash between title rivals Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen.

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Ryanair: Holiday prices likely to rise sharply soon

Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary says fewer flights amid spiking demand will lead to higher prices.

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Paris residents alarmed by air force drill on 9/11 anniversary

A fighter jet was escorting an Airbus A330 - with PM Jean Castex on board - at low altitude.

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ICYMI: A big week for small things

Here's a round-up of some the week's news you might have missed.

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It means everything - Raducanu on historic US Open win

Emma Raducanu says she does not want to let go of the US Open trophy as her fairytale in New York culminates in the ultimate happy ending.

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US Open: Emma Raducanu - the key facts about Britain's Grand Slam winner

Motorsport, Romania and Dina Asher-Smith - a few things you should know about Britain's teenage US Open champion Emma Raducanu.

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Emma Raducanu tells BBC she's 'ready for anything'

The new US Open champion spoke to the BBC after beating Leylah Fernandez in straight sets.

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Emma Raducanu: US Open champion 'outstanding', says the Queen

The Queen leads the congratulations to Emma Raducanu after the 18-year-old Briton clinches the US Open title with victory against Leylah Fernandez.

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Emma Raducanu's hometown celebrates US Open win

This is how people in Bromley, London – including her former tennis coach – reacted to the result.

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England vaccine passport plans ditched, Sajid Javid says

A vaccine passport scheme for nightclubs and large events in England will not go ahead, minister says.

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FBI begins declassifying documents into Saudi 9/11 links

The memo lists some contact between Saudi nationals and hijackers, but does not implicate the government.

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Yes Sir, I Can Boogie singer dies aged 69

María Mendiola, one of the members of the duo Baccara, has died in Madrid at the age of 69.

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Pope to meet Hungary's populist leader Orban

The meeting is expected to highlight differences over Mr Orban's anti-immigrant policies.

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Women's state pension: 'It is like you've lived one big lie'

How women born in the 1950s had their retirement plans upended by state pension age changes.

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TUC: Jobs at risk if UK fails to hit carbon emissions target

Trade bodies and unions say the UK is slipping behind other nations on green investment.

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British teenager Raducanu storms to US Open title

Emma Raducanu ends Britain's 44-year wait for a women's Grand Slam singles champion as she beats Leylah Fernandez to win the US Open.

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Why are there food queues in Sri Lanka?

With a weak economy and worsening Covid-19 situation, a food emergency has been declared in the country.

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Keeping up with the Californians: Recall vote 2021

A ragtag bunch of 46 challengers hope voters will remove the governor and let them run California.

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Nigeria's kidnap crisis: Letters replace phones

The latest tactic to tackle kidnapping gangs is to cut off mobiles and the internet.

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Venice Film Festival: Abortion drama wins top prize

Audrey Diwan's Happening is set in 1960s France but comes amid debate over strict new laws in Texas.

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Families and leaders mark 20th anniversary of 9/11

Commemorations have taken place on the 20th anniversary of the 11 September attacks.

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US remembers 20th anniversary of 9/11

Ceremonies are held in New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania to mark the lives lost 20 years ago.

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Air India Express: Deadly plane crash blamed on human error

Failure to follow procedures contributed to last year's crash at Calicut airport, investigators say.

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US Open: Record-chasing Novak Djokovic sets up final with Daniil Medvedev

Novak Djokovic keeps alive his hopes of a calendar Grand Slam by reaching the US Open final, where he will face Daniil Medvedev.

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9/11 anniversary: Official commemorations under way

A minute's silence will mark the exact times the hijacked planes crashed in three states.

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20 years on from 9/11 a trial like no other begins at Guantanamo Bay

After two decades, the trial of 5 men accused of involvement in the 9/11 attacks finally begins

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Escaped zebras spark double takes and denials in Maryland

They have been roaming Maryland for more than a week. A US politician says: "I did not let them loose".

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Haiti PM asked to testify in President's assassination hearing

Ariel Henry has been asked why he spoke to the main suspect in the slaying of President Moise.

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Bennifer 2.0's red carpet debut

Actor Ben Affleck and singer Jennifer Lopez arrive in Venice for the premiere of The Last Duel.

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9/11 anniversary: Biden calls for unity as US prepares to mark attacks

The president pays tribute to the 2,977 victims on the eve of the 20th anniversary of the attacks.

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Afghanistan: BBC catches up with Afghan journalist who fled Kabul

Wahida Faizi spoke to a reporter in August saying she feared the Taliban would kill her for her work.

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Pantelleria: Two killed as tornado hits Italian island

Nine others were injured as the whirlwind overturned cars on the Mediterranean island of Pantelleria.

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Fraud warnings not good enough for young adults, says charity

An anti-fraud charity says banks are not doing enough to warn young adults about the dangers of fraud.

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All of Disney's 2021 movies to debut exclusively in cinemas

All films set to come out 2021 will be released in cinemas, handing a boost to struggling venues.

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Ethiopia: The country where a year lasts 13 months

Five things you may not know about Ethiopia's unique calendar and cultural heritage.

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Ros Atkins on... lorry driver shortages

Ros Atkins looks at why there's a lack of drivers and how it's affecting UK businesses.

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9/11 anniversary: Left without a parent after that day

How the terror attacks affected those whose parents died or were injured in the attacks.

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September 11: The heroes of the forgotten maritime rescue mission

On 11 September, 2001, nearly 500,000 people were evacuated by boat from southern Manhattan.

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What is 'individual transport' and why is it important?

At the first major car sector event since Covid environmentally-friendly mobility was the hot topic.

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Delays in state pension payments 'causing anxiety'

Hundreds of new state pension claimants failed to receive payments owing to Covid and staffing problems.

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Two of six Palestinian prison escapees recaptured - Israel

A manhunt was launched after six inmates tunnelled out of a prison in northern Israel on Monday.

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Agnès Buzyn: France ex-health minister under investigation

Former health minister Agnès Buzyn is investigated for "endangering lives" after leaving her role.

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Canadian teen Leylah Fernandez fights for glory

The 19-year-old was ranked 73rd in the world, but now has a shot at winning the US Open

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Alpha Condé: Guinea's ousted president in good health, Ecowas says

West African envoys meet Alpha Condé, who was detained during a coup last week.

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Apple dealt major blow in Epic Games trial

A judge in the Apple vs Epic trial says Apple must give app developers alternative payment options.

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Twitter to label 'good' bot accounts

Twitter wants "good" bot accounts to label themselves as non-human.

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US Biden and China's Xi hold first call in seven months

This is only the second call between both leaders since President Biden took office.

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9/11 anniversary: How the world reacted to terror attacks

Two decades on, four people from around the world reflect on that day, and what's changed since.

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Africa's week in pictures: 3 - 9 September 2021

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

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11 September 2001: The conspiracy theories still spreading after 20 years

Conspiracy theories about 9/11 continue to gain traction online, two decades after the attacks.

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Crazy love: Behind China's crackdown on K-pop and other fan clubs

Chinese authorities have made it clear that they are not tolerant of overzealous celebrity fans.

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Elizabeth Holmes: Has the Theranos scandal changed Silicon Valley?

Could a Theranos scandal happen again or has Silicon Valley learnt its lesson?

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'I'll be at front of queue to change my slave name'

Descendants of African slaves welcome a Dutch city's decision to scrap fees for changing names.

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Covid: Biden orders employees of big businesses to be vaccinated or face testing

The US president is using his executive power to require that big companies vaccinate employees.

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Austria man kept dead mother in cellar for pension, police say

The suspect is said to have "mummified" the corpse in order to continue receiving her pension.

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Afghanistan: What has changed in 20 years

Women's education and independent media have been the success stories, but all this might change now.

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Afghanistan crisis: Five lessons learned (or not) since 9/11

Some fatal mistakes have undermined the fight against terror, says the BBC's Frank Gardner.

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Covid: Biden orders employees of big businesses to be vaccinated or face testing

The US president is using his executive power to require that big companies vaccinate employees.

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The rare Indian swimming camels under threat

India's unique Kharai camels can swim in the sea. But their habitat is slowly disappearing.

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Hoaxes, myths and conspiracies: How the internet distorted 9/11

Days after the attacks on 11 September 2001, the internet was rife with fake claims of what happened.

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Boden boss declares the end of formal office wear

As the British brand celebrates 30th anniversary, its founder reflects on how fashion tastes have changed.

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First UK LGBT business champion appointed

Iain Anderson says he will work to "build a bridge" between the government and LGBT community.

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Amazon offers to pay college fees for 750,000 US staff

The online shopping giant says all US frontline workers will be eligible as it fights to attract new employees.

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Biden administration sues Texas over restrictive abortion law

The Texas law effectively bans abortions from as early as six weeks into a pregnancy.

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Genesis: Tour ‘putting it to bed’ after 54 years

The singer is returning on tour with Genesis despite ongoing health problems.

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Hong Kong: Police raid Tiananmen Square museum

The raid comes a day after four members of the group that ran the venue were arrested.

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Ikea in talks to buy former Topshop flagship store

The Swedish furniture giant could gain space in the popular London shopping location.

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EasyJet rejects takeover bid and plans £1.2bn share sale

The low-cost airline said on Thursday that a recent takeover approach undervalued the business.

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888 agrees to buy William Hill European business

The online gambling firm has agreed to buy the non-US assets of betting chain William Hill for £2.2bn.

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Driver shortage will raise prices, warns Morrisons

The supermarket chain and its rivals have seen gaps on shelves due to the lorry driver shortage.

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Afghanistan: Ex-President Ashraf Ghani apologises for fleeing

Ashraf Ghani, who has sought refuge in the UAE, says he left Kabul to avoid "horrific" violence.

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Covid: Sydney reveals plan to end months-long lockdown

Australia's biggest city is likely to exit lockdown from next month, provided vaccinations continue.

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North Korea: Military parade features hazmat suits, gas masks

Their inclusion may be a sign that a special force was created to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

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UK on course to drop from Germany's top 10 trading partners

Customs rules take their toll as German companies swap UK suppliers for alternatives in the EU.

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China offers $31m in emergency aid to Afghanistan

Taliban officials had earlier described China as Afghanistan's most important partner.

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Canada federal election: Party leaders spar in first national debate

Justin Trudeau and other party leaders clashed over climate - and the election call - in the debate.

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Covid: North Macedonia hospital fire kills at least 10

Footage shows a building in flames and clouds of black smoke billowing into the air in the city of Tetovo.

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Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes 'lied and cheated', trial hears

Elizabeth Holmes pretended her blood-testing technology worked to enrich herself, prosecutors say, as trial begins.

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Lebanon: A country plunged into darkness

Lebanon’s ongoing crisis has plunged the country into darkness, with some experiencing power cuts for 20 hours a day.

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‘Havana syndrome ’ and the mystery of the microwaves

The BBC investigates a mystery illness dubbed 'Havana syndrome' that has affected American diplomats and spies.

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Why people in Eswatini are protesting

Eswatini is Africa’s last absolute monarchy, which means the king controls everything.

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The Kenyans who are helping the world to cheat

Some Kenyans try to escape poverty by helping foreign students to fake their academic work.

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Ofgem: Soaring gas prices 'will feed into customer bills'

Ofgem has said that rising prices for fossil fuels, especially gas, will feed into household bills.

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Facebook accused of allowing sexist job advertising

An investigation by Global Witness suggests its algorithm is biased in choosing who sees which ads.

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UK 'cut climate pledges' to clinch Australia trade deal

Government ministers agreed to cut climate commitments to clinch the deal it has emerged.

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Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes 'lied and cheated', trial hears

Elizabeth Holmes falsely claimed her blood testing devices worked, prosecutors say, as fraud trial begins.

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Afghanistan: A new order begins under the Taliban's governance

The Taliban's new ministers have taken office - but are they any different this time around?

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Afghanistan: Women beaten for demanding their rights

Women in Afghanistan demanding their rights say they have been beaten by the Taliban.

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Nxivm sex cult co-founder Nancy Salzman sentenced to prison

Nancy Salzman will spend 42 months in prison for her role in the "manipulative" New York sex cult.

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Competition watchdog clears Viagogo-Stubhub merger

Viagogo can go ahead with its £3bn acquisition of rival StubHub, the CMA says.

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Ai Weiwei: Credit Suisse closed bank account over China

The Chinese artist says Credit Suisse closed his foundation's bank account over his "criminal record".

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Mexico: Powerful earthquake hits Acapulco

The magnitude-seven quake was felt strongly around 370 km away in Mexico City.

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Rents outside London rising at fastest rate since 2008

Rents are increasing at their fastest pace in more than 10 years, according to property website Zoopla.

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Australia media can be sued for social media comments, court rules

A landmark court ruling finds publishers can be sued for comments posted on their social media.

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Bitcoin crashes on first day as El Salvador's legal tender

Technological glitches plagued the first day of El Salvador accepting Bitcoin as legal tender.

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Bitcoin crashes on first day as El Salvador's legal tender

Technological glitches plagued the first day of El Salvador accepting Bitcoin as legal tender.

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Afghanistan: US 'concerned' by new Taliban government

The all-male hard-line cabinet has figures linked to attacks on US troops and blacklisted by the UN.

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