Mikhail Gorbachev: The Soviet leader who helped end the Cold War

His efforts to democratise his country led to the fall of communism, the end of the Cold War and the break-up of the Eastern Bloc.

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In pictures: The life of ex-Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev

The ex-Soviet leader - who was one of the 20th century's most influential figures - dies age 91.

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Mikhail Gorbachev: Last Soviet leader aged 91

The hospital where Mikhail Gorbachev died said he had been suffering from a long and serious illness.

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Last Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev dies at 91

The former president opened up the USSR and saw it collapse in 1991.

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Ryanair will grow even faster in recession, boss says

People will still fly during a downturn but they will choose low-fare airlines, Michael O'Leary says.

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Kherson: 'Heavy fighting' as Ukraine seeks to retake Russian-held region

Military experts tell the BBC the battle for the southern region could go on for months.

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Pakistan floods: Disaster to cost more than $10bn, minister says

Unprecedented floods have killed more than 1,100 people and washed away roads, crops, homes and bridges.

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Gadchiroli: The Indian tribal families living on a highway with animals

After floods ravaged their homes, tribal families in Maharashtra have been forced to live on a highway.

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Energy bill support plea from brewers and pubs

Pub and brewery bosses warn they risk closure this winter as they struggle to cope with soaring bills.

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Undeclared pools in France uncovered by AI technology

Millions in tax revenue has been collected after more than 20,000 undeclared pools were found.

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UK looks to Sweden for a solution to nuclear waste

After decades of experimentation Sweden is ahead of the UK when dealing with nuclear waste.

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Undeclared pools in France uncovered by AI technology

Millions in tax revenue has been collected after more than 20,000 undeclared pools were found.

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Venus and Serena Williams' coach: "We changed history"

Champion tennis coach Rick Macci shares the moment he first saw the sisters play.

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Store closures at lowest level for seven years

Betting shops and banks are in decline but the restaurant sector is growing, new data suggests.

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From Maruti to Amul: Five brands that shaped India after independence

The homegrown brands that have found their way into the homes and hearts of millions of Indians.

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Bike protest takes over German motorway

The protesters are calling for more environmentally friendly transport options in the state of Hesse.

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Roland Mesnier: Former White House pastry chef dies at 78

French chef Roland Mesnier produced delicacies for five US presidents over 27 years.

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Artemis: Nasa ready to launch new era of Moon exploration

The clock is counting down to the debut flight of the rocket that will send people back to the Moon.

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Tunisia racism: 'I lost the will to leave my home'

Black Tunisians tell the BBC about racism traumas, as an MP worries about advancement of black rights.

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Australia: Scott Morrison saga casts scrutiny on Queen's representative

The governor-general has been dragged into a backlash over ex-PM Scott Morrison's secret ministries.

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Solar panel sales boom as energy bills soar

More people are turning to renewable energy as a way to cut energy costs.

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Electricity and drought killing white storks

The extreme heat this summer has exacerbated the many hazards, leading to a sudden spike in deaths in Hungary.

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Bilkis Bano: Protests in India over release of gang rapists

Protests take place over the release of 11 men who gang-raped a Muslim woman in 2002.

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Drop-off fees hiked at most busy airports - RAC

The motoring group says it appears airports are trying to recoup pandemic losses.

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Salman Rushdie: Did a ‘chance’ airport meeting lead to fatwa?

Two British imams met an Iranian minister hours before the decree calling for the author’s death, was issued in 1989.

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Jerome Powell: US stock markets down after interest rate warning

Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell says further interest rate hikes are likely in coming months.

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Ukraine war round-up: Russia burns off its excess gas and war memorial torn down

Image appears to show a plant burning unsellable gas and Latvia removes a controversial Soviet-era monument.

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FBI cite 'evidence of obstruction' in Trump Florida home search

Top secret files were kept at Mar-a-Lago along with assorted newspapers and magazines, say investigators.

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Turkish singer Gulsen arrested over religious schools joke

Critics say the high-profile arrest is a bid by President Erdogan to consolidate support ahead of elections.

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Latvia brings down World War II memorial

Riga, the capital city of Latvia, has dismantled a World War II monument in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Port of Felixstowe strike will cost us a stack of money - haulier

Companies talk of how they expect the eight-day strike at the Port of Felixstowe to affect them.

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Angola election: Ruling MPLA party looks set to hold off Unita challenge

Nearly complete results show the MPLA has won elections but Unita is likely to contest the results.

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What to do with clothes you no longer wear

New services offer convenient tailoring and repurposing of clothes in a bid to make them last longer.

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Trump: Judge orders release of redacted search court papers

A redacted version of the affidavit used to justify the Mar-a-Lago investigation will be released on Friday.

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Can a sleepy Japanese town become Asia's Silicon Valley?

A school for tech entrepreneurs will open its doors in April 2023 in the Tokushima town of Kamiyama.

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What will happen to energy bills and mortgages? Upcoming dates to be aware of

Dates to look out for over the next few months that might have an impact on your finances.

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On call with Italy's horseback doctor

Dr Roberto Anfosso and Ambra make house calls around the village of La Morra in the Piedmont region.

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Would industry plan to slash energy bills work?

Energy suppliers are in agreement about a potential plan to cap energy bills, but doubts remain.

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Ukraine war: Russia railway station strike kills 22, injures dozens

A deadly attack on passenger carriages and a warning of disaster mark six months since Russia's invasion.

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British Gas to donate 10% of profits to help cut bills

Britain's biggest energy supplier will offer more grants for those in need, amid rising prices.

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Band stuck in Calais queue perform surprise gig

Drivers were treated to a makeshift jazzy concert as they waited in lengthy queues at the French border.

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Inflation: Who is benefitting from soaring prices?

Many households are feeling the pinch of higher prices, but which sectors are benefitting from them?

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Three million households waiting for £150 energy rebate

Councils were expected to start making the payments from April but have until 30 September to do so.

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Spain: Gunman euthanised before he can stand trial

The man had begged to be euthanised after being partially paralysed in a police shootout in Spain.

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Twitter whistleblower questions firm's bot count

Ex-security chief appears to echo claims by Elon Musk over the number of fake accounts on its site.

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Twitter whistleblower questions firm's bot count

Ex-security chief appears to echo claims by Elon Musk over the number of fake accounts on its site.

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Iconic Winston Churchill photo vanishes from Canada hotel

Photographer Yousuf Karsh famously plucked a cigar from Churchill's mouth to capture the famous image.

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PwC sued by worker over 'pub golf' head injury

An auditor at one of the UK's largest accountancy firms claims a drinking game left him injured.

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Moment superyacht sinks off the coast of Italy

All passengers and crew were rescued before the 40-metre vessel disappeared into the sea.

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What is the energy price cap and how high will bills go?

A typical household bill is now predicted to reach more than £4,500 in January.

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Melting glaciers: Germany's 'could disappear' in 15 years

Glaciologist Christoph Mayer thinks Germany's five alpine glaciers could melt within 15 years.

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Wrexham AFC owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have documented their first season

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are the real-life stars of Welcome to Wrexham, a documentary series about their first season as football club owners

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Do new school uniform rules save parents money?

Schools now have to take unnecessary logos off uniforms, but so far not all parents are benefitting.

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Plans to cut energy bills if peak-time use avoided

How homes can get discounts if they use less electricity at peak times are close to being announced.

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Pondoland: South Africa's cannabis growers left behind by legalisation plans

South Africa is on the brink of legalising cannabis, but many traditional growers feel left out.

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Felixstowe: Strike set to begin at UK's biggest container port

Workers will walk out at the Port of Felixstowe which handles almost half of the UK container cargo.

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Inside Amapiano, the new sound of South Africa

In Zulu, Amapiano literally means “the pianos” and it's a blend of house, kwaito, jazz, and lounge music.

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Over-50s turn to housesharing as rental costs rise

More older people are turning to house-sharing as renting costs soar, a leading flat-sharing website says.

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Is there a green solution to the vinyl record backlog?

Green Vinyl Records is taking the vinyl out of vinyl to offer more environmentally-friendly LPs.

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Al-Shabab: Somali forces claim end to deadly 30-hour hotel siege

At least 12 people were killed after al-Shabab militants took hostages in the popular Mogadishu hotel.

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New Zulu king crowned in South Africa

Thousands gather for the traditional Zulu coronation, which saw Misuzulu ka Zwelithini become king.

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Vanessa Bryant testifies she was 'blindsided' by leaked photos

Vanessa Bryant is seeking millions for emotional distress over photos taken at the accident site.

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Covid in China: Hippo, fish and crabs get PCR tests

Officials in the city of Xiamen have ordered PCR tests for seafood after some 40 people got Covid.

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Freya the walrus: Did she have to be euthanised?

After becoming a tourist attraction in Oslo, a travelling walrus was killed. Was that right?

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Al-Shabab: Islamist militants attack hotel in Somali capital

The militant group Al-Shabab says it is "shooting everyone" at the Hayat Hotel in Mogadishu.

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Why more people are working from home on Fridays

While there are benefits to ending the week at home, Friday after work drinks could be fizzling out.

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Experts warn no easy answers to how safe self-driving cars should be

A government expert body advising on the ethics of driverless cars warns of many tricky problems.

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Bolsonaro: Brazil's president attempts to grab heckler's phone

A YouTuber films himself shouting insults at Bolsonaro before nearly losing his phone to the president.

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Ukraine war: Damage to nuclear plant would be suicide - UN chief

António Guterres makes the warning during a summit with Ukrainian President Zelensky in Lviv.

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Starbucks ordered to reinstate fired Memphis staff

The decision comes amid a tense fight between Starbucks and labour organisers.

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Europe storms: Deaths are reported in France, Austria and Italy

Deaths are reported in France, Austria and Italy in violent storms after weeks of heat and drought.

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Pope rules out sexual misconduct probe of Canadian cardinal

A complaint was filed to the Vatican last year alleging misconduct by Canadian Cardinal Marc Ouellet.

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Train strikes cause more disruption for passengers

Only 20% of services are running and some places have no trains at all, as workers walk out.

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Tory leadership race: Tax cut pledges are unrealistic, says IFS

Slashing taxes would add to pressures on public finances unless spending is also cut, the IFS warns.

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Cash use set to survive pandemic slump

Although cards remain a far more popular way to pay, cash is a preferred option for many, a report says.

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Salma al-Shehab: Concern for Saudi student jailed for 34 years over tweets

Salma al-Shehab, a Leeds University PhD student, called for reforms and the release of activists.

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Liz Cheney vs Donald Trump: Why it's not over yet

Liz Cheney just got trounced by a Trump-backed candidate - but the ex-president's critic isn't going away.

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R. Kelly trial: Singer has dark side hidden from public - prosecutor

The singer faces charges of child pornography and obstructing justice in his second federal trial.

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Ofgem director Christine Farnish resigns over price cap change

A director of the UK's energy watchdog quits over the way the energy price cap will be set.

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TikTok to teach influencers about US mid-term election rules

The platform says it is to do more to ensure influencers understand that it prohibits paid political ads.

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Inflation: Why price rises may feel even worse than they are

Your own personal inflation rate could be higher than official figures suggest.

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Biden signs tax, health and climate bill into law

The president hails the $700bn (£579bn) bill as the "final piece" of his long-stalled domestic agenda.

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Mariah Carey 'Queen of Christmas' trademark attempt prompts backlash

The singer's attempt to trademark the title causes a dispute with other Christmas-associated stars.

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UK to receive shipment of Australian gas next week

As Europe looks for alternatives to Russian energy, the UK is set to get an LNG delivery from Australia.

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Lebanese man who held bank staff hostage to access savings released

Many Lebanese praised Bassam Hussein after he took hostages in an attempt to access his savings.

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Polio vaccine in Pakistan: Two policemen guarding vaccinators shot dead

Gunmen kill police guarding a vaccination team in the latest local incident of anti-vaccine violence.

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Liz Cheney: Republican Trump critic faces election battle in Wyoming

Liz Cheney's top challenger was picked by Donald Trump, illustrating the competing sides of the party.

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German households face levy of hundreds of pounds on gas bills

The surcharge will help energy companies cover the cost of replacing Russian supplies.

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Not just hardest up that need bill help - Sir Keir Starmer

The Labour leader tells the BBC his proposal to freeze energy prices for all is a good use of public money.

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Cost of living: Government to simplify broadband access

The government says new system will give those receiving benefits better access to cheaper broadband.

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Norway bridge collapse: Drivers of two vehicles rescued

The drivers of two vehicles have been rescued after a bridge collapsed into water in the south of Norway.

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Independence Day: How Chicago Radio became the voice of India's freedom

For two decades, Mumbai-based Chicago Radio became synonymous with India's freedom struggle.

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Keir Starmer calls for extra tax on oil and gas producers

The party says this would help fund a freeze of the energy price cap through the winter.

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Nursery closures: Parents left without childcare as providers shut

A campaign group says it has been "inundated" with messages about nurseries going out of business suddenly.

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Workers going into office just 1.5 days a week, survey suggests

This compares to an average of 3.8 days a week pre-pandemic, research by a consultancy finds.

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The nine-year-old boy who fled war-torn Cyprus for London

Baz Bedrossian came to London with his family as a refugee after the second Turkish invasion of Cyprus.

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The tech aiming to prevent lost airline luggage

With millions of bags and suitcases going missing this summer, technology may offer the solution.

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Marshall Islands: Covid-19 cases surge

Cases in the Marshall Islands have surged not long after the first community spread was confirmed.

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Tropical Storm Meari leaves trail of devastation in central Japan

Aerial video shows the extent of damage after some areas saw 50% more rain than expected in a month.

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Lessons in heartbreak: I coach women to get over their ex

A shocking moment in a divorce court prompted Aronke Omame to switch careers and become a break-up coach.

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Miriam Margolyes: 'I now look up to Australian bogans'

In a new TV show, Miriam Margolyes asks whether Australia is truly the land of the fabled 'fair go'.

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Renewable energy: The 'kite' that pulls energy out of the sky

A company in Norway has developed an innovative "kite" that turns wind into electricity.

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Ukraine says it has taken out vital bridge in occupied Kherson

Ukrainian forces attacked the bridge as part of its counter-offensive in the occupied Kherson region.

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Tonnes of dead fish found in river on German-Polish border

Authorities say a toxic substance is to blame, but the cause of the mass death is still unknown.

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Evacuated twice in a summer as France's fires burn

"We've never known a summer like this," says the mayor of one town threatened by wildfires.

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Train strikes: Passengers warned of more disruption as drivers walk out

Some rail operators will run no services at all, as 6,500 train drivers walk out in a dispute over pay.

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India independence to tsunami: Meet Indians named after historic events

The BBC met six Indians who were named after landmark events that unfolded during their birth.

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Anne Heche dies: 'We have lost a bright light'

The Donnie Brasco actress is legally dead, a representative says, after a car crash in Los Angeles.

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Montenegro: Gunman kills 10 after family dispute

Three members of the same family were killed - the gunman was shot dead by a civilian.

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Trump search warrant: FBI took top secret documents from Mar-a-Lago

Trump says the documents - which included information about the "President of France" - were declassified.

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Ukraine war: Moscow's next step, nuclear plant warning and clean-up raves

More nuclear plant shelling could be "worse than Chernobyl" and young people mix cleaning and techno.

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The librarian who defied the Taliban

Wahida Amiri became one of the leading voices against the Taliban's assault on women's rights.

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Donald Trump: Justice Department seeks to unseal Mar-a-Lago search warrant

The FBI searched Mr Trump's Florida home on Monday - the unsealed warrant could reveal why.

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Disabled children abused in Ukraine's orphanages, warns UN

The statement comes after a BBC News investigation uncovered widespread abuse in orphanages.

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Japan dolphin: Two more swimmers bitten

It is the latest in a string of beach attacks this summer - all believed to involve the same creature.

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Kenya elections 2022: While Kenya waits, unfounded election claims spread

Some online users in Kenya have been sharing misleading claims about the results and the voting process.

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German army reserve officer on trial over claims of spying for Russia

The reserve officer is accused of passing information to Russia between 2014 and 2020.

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Zaporizhzhia nuclear workers: We're kept at gunpoint by Russians

"Soldiers are everywhere," says one worker at Zaporizhzhia. "Everyone is kept at gunpoint."

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The Russian billionaire daring to speak out about Putin

Boris Mints calls Putin's invasion of Ukraine "vile", adding the war is a result of his "madness".

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Uttar Pradesh: India son helping rape survivor mum fight for justice

She was raped in 1994 when she was 12. The son born out of the assault is now helping her quest for justice.

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From Dos Santos to Mugabe - the burial disputes over ex-leaders

From José Eduardo dos Santos to Robert Mugabe, disputes have broke out over burials.

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Commonwealth Games takes big step towards esports

Competitive gaming may soon be added to the Commonwealth Games programme, after a successful test event in Birmingham.

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Heatwave: When is it too hot to work?

With much of the UK enduring another period of hot weather, some workers will face very high temperatures.

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Ukraine war: Crimea airbase badly damaged, satellite images show

New pictures show extensive damage to buildings and warplanes after explosions hit the Russian base.

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Disney plans ad-funded streaming and overtakes Netflix

The media giant is gaining subscribers as it details plans to launch an ad-supported service in December.

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Panamanian politician posts SOS after crashing in jungle

Dimitri Flores posts video from the scene with the remains of his helicopter visible in the background.

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Will an FBI 'raid' supercharge Trump?

As supporters urge him to run for president again, the search on Mar-a-Lago has lit a match for Trump.

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Cuban fuel depot fire spreads to third tank

A fire which started after lighting struck a oil depot in Matanzas, Cuba, continues to spread.

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US police arrest man over murders of Muslim men

The ambush-style killings sparked fear among the Muslim community in the city of Albuquerque.

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Crimea beachgoers run after airfield explosion

Russia has played down the series of explosions at a military airfield in the area it annexed from Ukraine in 2014.

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Drought leaves boats stranded on dried-up river bed along French-Swiss border

Stretches of River Doubs on the French-Swiss border are parched after severe droughts hit western Europe.

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Restore Avanti rail services or end contract, leaders tell government

Drastically reduced rail services between Manchester and London are "unacceptable", say city mayors.

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China housing crisis: The people living in unfinished apartments

China’s massive economy is being threatened by a crisis in the real estate market. As developers spiral into debt, some people have decided to move into unfinished apartments.

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Boris Johnson rules out immediate cost-of-living measures

It comes as business boss Tony Danker warns the UK cannot "afford a summer of government inactivity".

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Olive oil prices to rise as heatwave hits production

Prices in supermarkets could increase by 20-25% later this year, one leading exporter tells the BBC.

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Russia halts US inspections of nuclear arsenal under New START treaty

Russia "temporarily" suspends nuclear warhead inspections under the New START treaty with the US.

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Ahmaud Arbery: Three sentenced for hate crimes over jogger's murder

The men - who are already serving life sentences for murder - are given additional federal sentences.

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Actress and singer Olivia Newton-John dies aged 73

Olivia Newton-John, star of Grease and multi-platinum selling singer, dies aged 73, her Facebook page says.

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Russia using Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant as army base - Ukraine

Officials say Russia has been launching artillery attacks from the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.

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Colombia: New left-wing leader wants global drugs rethink

President Gustavo Petro is demanding a new global strategy to tackle his nation's drugs industry.

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Anti-abortion Gen Zers see cause as social justice

Anti-abortion Gen-Z activists think their fight isn't at odds with the generational theme.

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Kenya election 2022: Charts that explain the nation

The BBC tracks the crucial issues facing Kenyans as the country chooses a new president on 9 August.

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Cost of living: People turning back to cash as prices rise

Post Offices handled a record £801m in personal cash withdrawals in July.

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The lockdown side-hustles that turned into full-time businesses

The pandemic turned some people into savvy entrepreneurs but how many have ditched their day job?

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Climate change: Tears of joy as US bill clears Senate hurdle

The plans - which aim to reduce US carbon emissions by 40% by 2030 - still needs House approval.

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu great Leandro Lo shot in head in Sao Paulo club

The athlete has been declared brain dead and police say the suspect is on the run.

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Uganda LGBT rights: Government shuts down key advocacy group

Sexual Minorities Uganda (Smug) decried the move as a 'witch hunt' targeting the LGBT community.

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Is there anything green about plastic grass?

More people are swapping real lawns for fake but experts are worried about its environmental impact.

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Hamida Banu: Missing India woman found in Pakistan 'can't wait to go home'

Hamida Banu had been trafficked to Pakistan 20 years ago by an agent promising her a job in Dubai.

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Macro photography: The hidden world of garden insects

Macro photographer Geraint Radford says insects have a bad reputation, but they're "funny".

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Taiwan: US hits out at 'irresponsible' China amid attack rehearsal claims

The US has accused Beijing of "provocative" actions after Taiwan said China rehearsed an attack.

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Port Talbot: Tata Steel faces crunch-time, professor warns

There are fears the Port Talbot site may shut if a deal to help cut carbon emissions is not struck.

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Biden tests negative for Covid after 'rebound' case - doctor

The US president will stay in isolation until he has a second negative test, his doctor says.

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Partition: My journey to the ‘place no-one spoke of’

Sparsh's family fled in terror 75 years ago - it wasn't spoken about until his grandfather agreed to talk.

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Uganda: I was forced to leave idyllic childhood home

Nisha Popat looks back 50 years to when dictator Idi Amin forced her family out of Uganda

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Why Australia will work harder to build ties with Indonesia

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Mariupolchanka FC: The women's football team under siege in Ukraine

As England celebrate their Euros win, the women of Mariupol FC in Ukraine simply dream of playing again.

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Alex Jones must pay $50m for Sandy Hook hoax claim

The parents of a child killed in the attack said they had endured harassment and emotional distress.

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Cost of living: Over a third cut back on essentials

More than a third of Britons are cutting back on food to cope with higher costs, a new report has shown.

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Haryana: India's 'most wanted' who acted in 28 films and hid for 30 years

The case went cold after the man disappeared following a botched robbery and murder in 1992.

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Brittney Griner: US urges Russia to accept deal to free jailed basketball star

The US says it has a "serious proposal" for Moscow that would secure the release of the basketball star.

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UK hiring slowing down as recession looms

The recruitment blitz that followed the pandemic is cooling, according to a jobs report.

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Alex Jones to pay damages for Sandy Hook hoax claim

Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones ordered to pay $4.1m after falsely claiming the school shooting was a hoax

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France mulls rescue plan for beluga whale stranded in River Seine

Experts are puzzled as to why the animal has strayed so far south from its natural habitat.

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Monkeypox: US declares outbreak a public health emergency

The decision is expected to speed up the distribution of vaccines, treatments and federal resources.

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Where does Taiwan crisis leave Biden's China policy?

Nancy Pelosi's visit was an explosive development in a brittle relationship. Many risks lie ahead.

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Alex Jones concedes Sandy Hook school shooting was '100% real'

Parents of a child who was killed are seeking millions in a defamation trial against the radio host.

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Ukraine war: UN chief Guterres slams oil and gas firms' 'grotesque greed'

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres says it is "immoral" to profit from the energy crisis.

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Ukraine war: UN chief Guterres slams oil and gas firms' 'grotesque greed'

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres says it is "immoral" to profit from the energy crisis.

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Zawahiri's victims: What it feels like to hear he's gone

The al-Qaeda leader's death hits home to those he robbed of a husband, a wife, or their eyesight.

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Cost of living: Small garages want petrol prices cut at chains

Independent fuel sellers say supermarkets are not reflecting wholesale costs at the pump.

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After Kansas defeat, what's next for abortion bans?

While the battle to ban abortion in Kansas may have been lost, the fight continues across the US.

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Space debris Australia: Piece of SpaceX capsule crashes to Earth in field

This may become more common as the number of rockets sent to space increases, an expert said.

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Football fans warned to beware of fake ticket scams

The return of the Premier League could see fraudsters trick devoted fans out of hundreds of pounds.

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Stephen King testifies against merger of publishing giants

The cult author said claims the tie-up would not hinder competition were "a little bit ridiculous".

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Stephen King testifies against merger of publishing giants

The cult author said claims the tie-up would not hinder competition were "a little bit ridiculous".

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Airbnb bookings hit record high as travel recovers

Rising prices did not deter travellers, the lodging website said.

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Abortion: Georgia offers tax credits for six-week-old embryos

Georgia residents can now claim embryos as dependents, after the state banned most abortions.

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Ukraine war: First grain ship out of Ukraine reaches Turkish waters

It is the first grain shipment to leave Ukraine by sea since Russia began blockading its ports in February.

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What could Saudi Arabia and UAE do to help lower oil prices?

The world's biggest oil producers remain reluctant to turn on the taps.

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Ayman al-Zawahiri: Al-Qaeda leader dies in US drone strike - reports

The White House says President Joe Biden will give details of the operation in the next few hours.

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China could make show of force if Pelosi visits Taiwan - US

US officials say China may fire missiles near Taiwan if top lawmaker Nancy Pelosi visits the island.

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BA suspends sales of short-haul tickets from Heathrow

The airline suspends sales for a week in response to the airport's cap on passenger numbers.

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Guy Reffitt: Capitol rioter turned in by son gets 87 months in prison

The alleged far-right militia recruiter was turned in by his teenage son after the attack on Congress.

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Nuclear annihilation just one miscalculation away, UN chief warns

Luck that has protected the world from nuclear war may not last as tensions rocket, the UN warns.

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Aliku Ogorchukwu: Wife of Nigerian killed in Italy demands justice

The wife of the 39-year-old, whose killing was filmed in broad daylight, says her heart is aching.

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Beirut: The moment part of the port grain silos collapsed caught on camera

The buildings were badly damaged in the 2020 port explosion, which killed more than 200 people.

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Trailblazing Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols dies at 89

She became one of the first black American actresses to play a figure in authority on US television.

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Cancer survivor objects to Spanish beach ad image

The 60-year-old tells the BBC she suspects the government poster used a doctored picture of her.

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Euro 2022: Fans react to England's historic win, as it happened

England's Lionesses beat Germany 2-1 at Euro 2022, bagging their first major trophy.

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Bill Russell: NBA leads tributes after Boston Celtics great dies at the age of 88

American basketball great Bill Russell has died at the age of 88.

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