Tuesday, January 31, 2023

The new tech offering relief from the misery of period pain

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

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LGBT people hunted by gangs and police in Egypt

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

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US shooting suspect 'killed seven after $100 bill'

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

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Sichuan: Couples in Chinese province allowed to have unlimited children

As part of the policy in Sichuan, unmarried individuals will also be able to raise children.

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Swedish flag burnt in Jakarta amid Turkey Nato row

Indonesia is the latest country to see anti-Sweden protests, after a Quran burning in Stockholm.

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Lisa Loring, the original Wednesday Addams actress, dies at 64

She was five when she starred in the first TV adaptation of The Addams Family in the 1960s.

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Monday, January 30, 2023

Man rescued after crashing stolen police car on train tracks in Georgia

The suspect jumped into a police vehicle during a traffic stop in the US city of Atlanta.

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Over-50s at work: 'You feel your usefulness has passed'

New research suggests applicants are right when they say employers are less open to hiring older workers.

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The new tech offering relief from the misery of period pain

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

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Erdogan says Turkey may block Sweden's Nato membership bid

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

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Tyre Nichols' lawyer urges lawmakers to pass urgent police reforms

Ben Crump urged lawmakers to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act in Nichols' memory.

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

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

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Sunday, January 29, 2023

'Elon Musk has made me embarrassed to drive my Tesla now'

Elon Musk was once hailed as the secret to Tesla's success. Now he's one of its problems.

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Nigeria floods: Songs and testimonies from a drowning world

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

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'Elon Musk has made me embarrassed to drive my Tesla now'

Elon Musk was once hailed as the secret to Tesla's success. Now he's one of its problems.

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Unanswered questions from videos of Tyre Nichols' arrest

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

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Tyre Nichols: Police unit is disbanded after death

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

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Pilot dies in Indian army jet mid-air collision

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

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Saturday, January 28, 2023

Community reckons with police killing by black officers

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

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Ukraine war: UN accuses Russia of breaking child protection rules over refugees

Moscow is accused of giving refugees Russian passports and allowing them to be adopted.

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US to make it easier for gay men to donate blood

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

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

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

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

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

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Ukraine war: Auschwitz anniversary marked without Russia

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

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Friday, January 27, 2023

Hunt to set out plan for growth as criticism mounts

It will be scrutinised by businesses who claim the government has no long-term plan for the economy.

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Truck attacker guilty of killing 8 on NYC bike path

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

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Tennessee official 'sickened' by footage of Tyre Nichols arrest

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

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US hacks back against Hive ransomware crew

The US Department of Justice says its operation against the cyber gang was a 21st Century stakeout.

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Man smashes vehicle into Colorado police station

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

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

Tesla posts record profit despite price cuts

Elon Musk's electric car company is facing questions as the economy weakens and borrowing costs rise.

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Ros Atkins on… Germany’s Ukraine tank decision

The BBC's Analysis Editor examines the background to Germany’s decision to send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine.

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Texas hit by extreme weather as storms sweep the US

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

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Students detained over planned screening of BBC Modi documentary

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

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

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

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Burkina Faso unrest: France agrees to pull its troops out

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

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Justin Bieber sells rights to songs for $200m

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

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Justin Bieber sells rights to songs for $200m

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

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Microsoft sees slowest sales growth in six years

The update follows the firm's move to eliminate about 10,000 jobs.

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US accuses Google of 'driving out' ad rivals

A federal lawsuit alleges the tech giant's anti-competitive actions mean more websites need paywalls.

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Ukraine war: British pair killed trying 'humanitarian evacuation'

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

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Online car retailer Cazoo consults with staff over site closures

Hundreds of jobs are at risk at online car retailer Cazoo, including 300 in Lincolnshire.

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Erdogan tells Sweden not to expect Nato bid support

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

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China: Northern city of Mohe reports coldest temperature

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

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

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

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M&Ms replacing spokescandies with comedian Maya Rudolph

The company said it has put a 'pause' on the mascots after a rebrand "broke the internet".

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Monterey Park shooting: Who were the victims?

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

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Swedish PM in hot water over eel fishing scandal

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

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Monday, January 23, 2023

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

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

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Technology can help the NHS, says AstraZeneca boss

AstraZeneca's Leif Johansson says AI and screening could prevent costly treatment in hospitals.

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Spain gang bust: Ukrainians exploited in illegal tobacco operation

Spanish police say Ukrainian refugees worked long hours to mass-produce counterfeit cigarettes.

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Lisa Marie Presley: Daughter's emotional tribute read out at memorial

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

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Police surround white van after Monterey Park shooting

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

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National Grid puts coal plants on standby to supply electricity

National Grid ESO orders coal-fire units to begin warming up as the UK's cold snap continues.

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Ukraine war: Resilient civilians return to liberated town of Lyman

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

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Sunday, January 22, 2023

Lunar New Year: Chinese families meet for bittersweet reunions

China greets the Lunar New Year with hopes of returning to normality - but also grief and loss.

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How eating oysters could help protect the coast

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

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Tennessee fires officials after damning death penalty report

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

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Lunar New Year: How the world celebrated

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

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Dolphins seen in Bronx River for first time in five years

Authorities keep the Bronx River in south-east New York City stocked with a plentiful supply of fish.

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Peru protests: Machu Picchu closed indefinitely and tourists stranded

Thousands of visitors to the tourist site have been stranded as violent protests rock the country.

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Saturday, January 21, 2023

Julian Sands: Police resume air search for missing British actor

Phone pings showed movement two days after he went missing while hiking in Californian mountains.

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US to designate Wagner Group as a transnational criminal organisation

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

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Elite chefs say kitchen work 'like going to war' - study finds

Michelin star chefs routinely face mental and physical abuse at work, a new study suggests.

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Alabama man secretly helped pay strangers' prescriptions for years

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

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France's Macron proposes big rise in defence budget

France's president details plans for a seven-year budget of €413bn to transform its armed forces.

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Ukrainian soldiers receive bionic arms

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

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Friday, January 20, 2023

Netflix: Reed Hastings steps down but subscribers jump

The streaming service is attracting new customers as co-founder Reed Hastings hands over the reins.

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The California storms were great for wine

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

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Starmer: UK car industry 'needs to be saved'

The Labour leader says the sector needs a strategic plan, following the collapse of Britishvolt.

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Ukraine war: Serbia uproar over Wagner mercenaries recruiting for Russia

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

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Bailey: Inflation 'likely to fall rapidly' this year

Bank of England governor says UK may have "turned the corner" on price rises, but recession remains likely.

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

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

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

JetBlue plane hits parked aircraft at JFK airport

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

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Dnipro missile: Son in search of his mother

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

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Germany says it is no longer reliant on Russian energy

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

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Germany says it is no longer reliant on Russian energy

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

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Greta Thunberg: German police deny protest detainment was staged

"We are not extras for Greta Thunberg" police say, after false claims her detainment at a protest was set up.

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Ukraine: Scene of devastation after Brovary helicopter crash

Ukraine's interior minister and a child were among those killed when a helicopter came down near Kyiv.

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

FTX: Collapsed crypto exchange says $415m was hacked

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

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UN workers' rights agency denies backing UK anti-strike laws

The US labour secretary also opposes the UK government's plans for “minimum service agreements”.

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

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

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Census in India: Baffling lack of data is hurting Indians

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

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

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

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EU biometric border system faces more delays

A new border control system, which was pushed back to May, has been delayed to the end of the year.

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Putin is weaponising food, says boss of fertiliser giant Yara

The boss of Yara says Russia's invasion of Ukraine has driven up the price of fertilisers and food.

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BBC Breakfast: Forty years of early morning bloopers

A look back at some of the unexpected funny moments in the history of the BBC's morning news programme.

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What does Andrew Tate promise his followers?

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

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Eiffel Tower lights up in support of women protesting in Iran

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

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Bank of England governor warns of Truss hangover effect

The UK still needs to rebuild its economic reputation around the world, says Andrew Bailey.

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

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

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Monday, January 16, 2023

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

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

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Lab-grown alternatives aim to cut palm oil dependence

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

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Cost of living: Charity warns Christmas debt could take years to repay

Advisers warn of pain to come as a poll for the BBC suggests many have no idea how they will repay festive spending.

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Energy boss warns higher bills are here to stay

Equinor's chief says while prices will not be as volatile, investment in renewables must be paid for.

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

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

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Suspected jihadists abduct 50 women in northern Burkina Faso

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

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Woman rescued from rubble of Ukrainian building

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

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Sunday, January 15, 2023

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

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

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Mexico tightens ban on smoking in public places

The step, approved in 2021, means the country now has one of the world's strictest anti-tobacco laws.

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Thousands of Israelis hold legal reforms protest in Tel Aviv

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

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Over 80,000 Israelis protest against Supreme Court reform

Demonstrators in Tel Aviv say government plans to overhaul the judiciary would be an attack on democracy.

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California's hydro-climate whiplash explained

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

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Romanian police seize luxury cars from Andrew Tate's property

Vehicles including a Rolls-Royce and Mercedes were taken away from the influencer's Romanian home.

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Saturday, January 14, 2023

Holidaymakers spending more as bookings rise

People planning a trip abroad for the summer are splashing out despite incomes being hit by inflation.

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India targets China's dominance in mobile phones

There's some way to go, but India hopes to build its own world-class mobile phone industry.

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US renames five places that used racist slur for Native Americans

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

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Four unanswered questions about the Biden classified documents

Pressure is mounting on the president to give further details about material found at his home and former office.

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Bursts of flames after Lithuania gas pipeline explosion

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

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Lützerath: Greta Thunberg joins German coal mine protests

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

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COP28: Why has an oil boss been chosen to head climate summit?

The UAE has named state oil company chief Sultan Al Jaber as president of the UN climate conference.

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Friday, January 13, 2023

Lisa Marie Presley hospitalised after heart attack, US media says

The singer, who is rock legend Elvis's only child, was reportedly found unresponsive at her LA home.

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

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

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Royal Mail hit by Russia-linked ransomware attack

The group is working "around the clock" to resolve severe disruption to overseas deliveries.

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What are the atmospheric rivers contributing to severe California flooding?

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

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

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

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

Sri Lanka's central bank urges China and India to reduce its debts

The crisis-hit Indian Ocean state cannot access a $2.9bn bailout until its debts to China and India are resolved.

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

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

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Supermodel Tatjana Patitz dies at 56

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

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World's richest man promotes daughter to head Dior

Bernard Arnault made his fortunes as chief executive of French fashion giant, LVMH.

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Why did FAA ground flights across the US?

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

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Afghanistan: Deadly suicide bombing outside foreign ministry

Police said at least five civilians had been killed but another Taliban official put the toll as high as 20.

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

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

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

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Why Americans seem more pro-Harry than Brits

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

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

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

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Brazil Congress riot: Conditions of detainees come under scrutiny

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

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Brazil riots: Former public security chief accused of 'sabotage'

Brasília's former public security chief was blamed for leaving local forces without leadership.

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Grant Shapps unveils new powers in strike laws

Unions say the plans for minimum service levels are "undemocratic and unworkable".

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

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

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

December sales bounce due to price rises not shopping sprees

Total retail sales jumped by almost 7% but price rises meant shoppers bought less but spent more.

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Will the metaverse be your new workplace?

Some predict that in the future we'll work in virtual worlds, but others are not convinced.

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Ros Atkins on... Why the Brazil riots happened

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

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Where is Bolsonaro? In hospital, his wife says

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

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Ozone layer may be restored in decades, UN report says

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

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California weather: State braces for more storms after 12 killed

A "parade of cyclones" is on the way giving the state no time to recover from last week's deadly storms.

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Brazil protests: Artwork suffers damage beyond repair

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

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Monday, January 9, 2023

Lula says Brazil Congress invaders will be punished

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

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Inside Brazil's stormed presidential palace

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

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Himachal Pradesh: Thousands despair as India Adani plants shut down

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

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

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

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Single-use cutlery and plates to be banned in England

Figures suggest more than four billion pieces of single-use cutlery are used in England each year.

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Fashion brands paid Bangladesh factories less than cost - report

High street retailers paid suppliers in Bangladesh less than production costs, researchers claim.

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Sunday, January 8, 2023

Flight PS752: Families of victims met with harassment from Iran

Canadian intelligence is probing "hostile state actors" who are intimidating Iranian dissidents.

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Ukraine war: The ceasefire that never happened

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

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

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

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Nigerian schools: Flogged for speaking my mother tongue

Nigeria wants local languages to replace English in primary education, but some say it's not practical.

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Sam Mendes: Gender-neutral Oscars 'inevitable'

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

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Protests against regime in Iran's Zahedan

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

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Saturday, January 7, 2023

In photos: Severe cold wave grips north India

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

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Flying boats and other tech for cleaner shipping

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

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Real Housewives star Jen Shah sentenced to over six years in prison

Jen Shah pleaded guilty in July for her role in a telemarketing fraud that targeted vulnerable people.

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McDonald's plans corporate job cuts and restructuring

The global burger chain did not confirm details about the scope of the cuts it is planning.

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

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

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McDonald's leaves Kazakhstan over supply shortages

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

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Friday, January 6, 2023

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

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

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Israel and Palestinians in holy site war of words

UN envoys trade verbal shots after an Israeli minister's controversial visit to a disputed holy site.

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Many Android phones to get satellite connectivity

When there is no mobile coverage, phones will be able to send and receive emergency texts via satellite.

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Damar Hamlin: Recovering footballer asks doctors who won the game

Doctors say the football player is still critically ill but has been communicating by writing.

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William and Harry: Royal brothers through the years

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

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Staff must be free to work for employer's rivals - US regulator

Officials say non-compete clauses unfairly limit pay and opportunities for some 30 million Americans.

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

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

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Thursday, January 5, 2023

Strikes may be stepped up, train drivers' union warns

Train drivers union Aslef’s leader says action may escalate, and members are in it for the long haul.

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UK new car sales hit 30 year low but electric vehicle demand soars

A chip shortage contributed to the drop in car registrations in 2022 - but electric cars boost market share.

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

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

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China Covid: EU officials 'strongly' urge testing for travel

Travel in and out of China gets easier from Sunday, as it moves away from its zero-Covid strategy.

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California declares emergency as massive storm slams into coast

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

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German new year riots prompt calls for firework ban

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

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Makiivka attack: Could mobile phones have revealed Russian location?

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

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Meta fined €390m over use of data for targeted ads

The EU data watchdog says the way Meta obtained permission to process users' data for ads broke data law.

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Gunman who smoke bombed subway pleads guilty to terrorism

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

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Microsoft recognises first labour union in US

Quality assurance workers at the video production company ZeniMax studios agreed to form a labour union.

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Sam Bankman-Fried pleads not guilty to fraud

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

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Energy bill help for firms expected to be halved

Gas and electricity prices have been fixed for firms until the end of March, but many want the support to continue.

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Sam Bankman-Fried pleads not guilty to fraud

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

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

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

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023

Senegal MPs jailed for kicking pregnant colleague Amy Ndiaye

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

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Monday, January 2, 2023

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

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

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

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

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Retail: Last year saw a big jump in the number of shops closing

A total of 17,145 shops shut last year across the UK's High Streets, shopping centres and parades.

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Russia-Ukraine war: Drone attacks continue on Kyiv and eastern Ukraine

Air raid sirens sounded shortly before midnight as the latest in a wave of attacks by Russia over the New Year period began.

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Third of world in recession this year, IMF head warns

Kristalina Georgieva said 2023 will be "tougher" than last year as the global economy faces challenges.

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Ukraine war: Putin should face trial this year, says top lawyer

Russia's leader is a "guilty man", says the barrister who led the case against Serbia's ex-leader Milosevic.

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Sunday, January 1, 2023

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

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

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The sermon that became Amazing Grace

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

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Shops face challenging year ahead, says industry body

The first half of 2023 will be particularly difficult, the British Retail Consortium predicts.

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Grammy-winning singer Anita Pointer dies aged 74

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

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New Year celebrations: How the world brought in 2023

As the world turns more and more countries greet 2023.

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Pope Francis and world leaders pay tribute to Benedict XVI

The head of the Catholic Church pays his respects to his predecessor Benedict, who resigned from his post in 2013.

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UN seeks top court opinion on Israeli occupation

The vote has been hailed a victory by Palestinians and described as "despicable" by Israel.

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