Is India exporting food inflation to the world?

India is keeping domestic food prices in check with export bans - but what does this mean for the world?

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BBC gets first glimpse of devastation in Cedar Key

The BBC's Helena Humphrey is on the ground in Cedar Key, a town hit hard by Hurricane Idalia.

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Nuclear weapons testing cause of radioactivity in wild boars, study says

Scientists previously believed Chernobyl was the main cause of radioactivity in Europe's wild boars.

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Rubiales' mother taken to hospital after hunger strike

The mother of Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales is hospitalised after going on hunger strike in protest at the treatment of her son, a local priest says.

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Netflix: Streamers expansion into gaming is 'natural extension'

Streaming hits such as the Queen's Gambit are being adapted as games as the streamer looks to expand.

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Rare footage of St Elmo's Fire as hurricane approaches

Pilots evacuating from a Florida military base caught the electrical storm from the cockpit.

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Scams impersonating financial regulator double

The Financial Conduct Authority says reports of scammers impersonating it have doubled.

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Ukraine war: 'Drone attack' hits airport in northwest Russia city of Pskov

An unconfirmed Russian media report says four transport planes have been damaged at Pskov airport.

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Ukraine war: Hundreds bid farewell to fighter ace Juice

Hundreds attend a wake for Andrii Pilshchykov, one of Ukraine's most celebrated fighter pilots.

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Watch: BBC gets as close as possible to Prigozhin grave

Russia editor Steve Rosenberg is at the cemetery in St Petersburg where it is believed Prigozhin is buried.

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Why empty lorries are a problem and how to fix it

With one third of lorries in the UK driving empty, some hauliers are turning to technology for help.

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India Club in London: Iconic restaurant to shut after 70 years

The India Club in London, which was set up in the 1950s, is set to close in September.

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Bears encroach on evacuated Canadian town of Yellowknife

After wildfires forced residents to leave, bears have been seen in the empty streets.

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A muddy reveal for mysterious West Point time capsule from 1820s

West Point academy unveiled the contents of a nearly 200-year-old lead box. They were unexpected.

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Jenni Hermoso: Players and fans support Spain World Cup star in kiss row

The furore over the Spanish football chief's kiss on the lips generates protests at matches.

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Zambia-Egypt plane seizure: The cash and fake gold that no-one is claiming

Mystery surrounds a plane from Egypt loaded with money, fake gold and guns that was seized in Zambia.

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How robotaxis are dividing San Francisco

The city has become the crucible of an experiment - are robotaxis ready for the streets?

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The mobile game funding a revolution in Myanmar

Resistance to the military has come in many forms, including the development of an app-based game.

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Jacksonville shooter, 21, who killed three 'wrote racist manifestos'

The man who shot dead three Black people had a "disgusting ideology of hate", Jacksonville's sheriff says.

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The indiscriminate devastation of Canada's raging wildfires

Fires in western Canada have burned homes and ripped up trees, laying them down "like toothpicks".

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Emmerson Mnangagwa: 'The Crocodile' wins second term as Zimbabwe president

Mnangagwa is only Zimbabwe's second president, after he outmanoeuvred long-time ruler Robert Mugabe in a 2017 coup.

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Huge blasts at Romania fuel station kill one and injure dozens

The injured include 26 firefighters sent to a stricken liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) station near Bucharest.

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Ukraine war: Fighter ace and two other pilots killed in mid-air crash

Andrii Pilshchykov won fame taking part in dogfights over Kyiv during the early phase of Russia's invasion.

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Jacksonville shooting: Several dead at Dollar General store in Florida

A man opened fire and barricaded himself in a store before being shot dead by police, reports say.

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Spain head coach Jorge Vilda criticises 'inappropriate' Luis Rubiales kiss

Spain's Women's World Cup-winning head coach Jorge Vilda has called the moment Luis Rubiales kissed squad member Jennifer Hermoso "inappropriate and unacceptable".

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Bob Barker, who hosted The Price Is Right for 35 years, dies aged 99

Barker was the face of The Price Is Right, the longest-running game show in the US, for 35 years.

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The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 75 seconds

The controversy concerning the head of Spanish football and a kiss at the Women's World Cup final explained.

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Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso unleashes social tsunami in Spain

The Spanish FA's president kissing player Jenni Hermoso on the lips has sparked a national conversation.

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Wagner in Africa: Precarious future after Prigozhin's reported death

Its leader followed a long line of mercenaries in Africa, but his group faces an uncertain future.

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France to spend €200m destroying wine as demand falls

A cocktail of problems has hit the wine industry, including demand falling as more people drink craft beer.

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Crystal Bar vape giant deletes TikTok after giveaway with no age verification

UK's second-biggest vape company, Chinese-owned SKE, has since deleted some social media accounts.

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Niger junta gives French envoy 48 hours to leave

France says the coup leaders have no authority to order such an expulsion, as ties deteriorate rapidly.

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Kleenex is pulling out of Canada due to 'unique complexities'

Kimberly-Clark is pulling its consumer facial tissues from Canada, citing “unique complexities".

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Kleenex is pulling out of Canada due to 'unique complexities'

Kimberly-Clark is pulling its consumer facial tissues from Canada, citing “unique complexities".

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Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment'

The Rubiales affair appears to feed into broader social changes in Spanish society over recent years.

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Africa's week in pictures: 18-24 August 2023

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

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Energy price cap to fall but bills will stay high

A new cap on the price of each unit of energy will be announced later by regulator Ofgem.

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Train strikes to hit major events like Reading and Leeds festivals

Visitors to the Reading and Leeds festivals and Notting Hill Carnival face disruption as rail workers walk out.

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Wilko: Canadian investor in last-ditch talks over chain

Final offers to save the 90-year-old retail chain must be submitted by Friday.

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Ros Atkins on... potential causes of the Prigozhin plane crash

The BBC's Analysis Editor takes a look at four different potential causes of the plane crash.

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Nepal gay marriage 'victory' hits legal roadblock

A historic court order gave Nepal's same sex couples hope, only for them to have their hopes dashed.

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How Russia reacted after Prigozhin plane crash

After his failed rebellion, most Russians were probably surprised this hadn't happened sooner.

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Rising numbers seek help for energy bill debts, warns Citizens Advice

Citizens Advice says it has seen a 17% rise the number of people asking for help with gas and electricity bills.

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Ros Atkins on... Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin

The BBC's analysis editor Ros Atkins takes a look at Yevgeny Prigozhin throughout the years.

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Post Office boss to return bonus after Horizon scandal

Nick Read says he will return all of his bonus after wrongful fraud accusations against postmasters.

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Grant Shapps visits Kyiv as UK backs Ukraine nuclear power

The government says a loan guarantee will help improve Ukraine's energy security.

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Ukraine war: Three elderly civilians killed in Russian strikes, say officials

The civilians aged 63 to 88 were 'sitting on a bench' in eastern Ukraine when shelling hit.

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Boots infant formula adverts broke rules - watchdog

Advertising watchdog found Boots promoted infant milk formula in adverts, which is prohibited.

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Near miss as car hurtles into Arizona salon

A driver in her 90s reportedly lost control of her car and ploughed into an Arizona business lobby.

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Pakistan cable car: Children brought to safety along zip line

The last two occupants of a cable car dangling over a ravine in northern Pakistan are rescued after nightfall.

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Pakistan cable car: Relief as all passengers brought to safety

They spent hours dangling above a ravine in high winds before being rescued by helicopter and zip line.

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Tropical Storm Harold makes landfall in Texas

A second tropical storm hits the US as Harold slams Texas while California cleans up after Hilary.

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Pakistan cable car: student brought to safety in zip line rescue

Pakistan student brought to safety in zip line rescue

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Virtual reality brings new vision to workplace training

Staff are being asked to put on VR goggles when they go on a course or team-building session.

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Canada wildfires: Trudeau criticises Facebook over news ban amid crisis

The prime minister accuses the company of putting profits over safety amid Canada's wildfire crisis.

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Hawaii wildfires: The red Lahaina house that survived Maui fires

The 100-year-old wood structure was recently renovated but not fireproofed, say owners.

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Maiden Pharmaceuticals: Fury in The Gambia a year after cough syrup deaths

Grieving parents say regulators in both India and The Gambia failed their young children.

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Zimbabwe election: Chicken and chips put a taste for democracy to the test

Finger-licking crowds have not distracted from concerns about the fairness of this week's elections.

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Maiden Pharmaceuticals: Fury in The Gambia a year after cough syrup deaths

Grieving parents say regulators in both India and The Gambia failed their young children.

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Holiday firms urge PM to allow watchdog to fine airlines

Travel companies would like to see extra powers given to the Civil Aviation Authority later this year.

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Niger coup leader Gen Tchiani promises to handover power in three years

Gen Tchiani said that Niger did not want a war but would defend itself against foreign intervention.

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Ecuador chooses president amid spike in violence

The campaign was overshadowed by a wave of shootings, including the assassination of a candidate.

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Baghdad advertising boards turned off over porn screening

Electronic screens were shut down after a hacker used one to run a pornographic film.

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Waitrose offers police free coffees to deter thieves

Waitrose and John Lewis are offering free hot drinks under the "Thanks a Latte" initiative.

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Crazy Rich Agents: ‘I sell houses to billionaires but live with mum and dad’

Young luxury estate agents face pressure to succeed in BBC's Crazy Rich Agents.

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Miyu Pranoto: Dance prodigy, 9, blazes trail for girls

Miyu is shattering conventions as she breakdances her way to fame.

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New shooting mars election campaign in Ecuador

Another shootout prompts a call to tackle gang violence ahead of Sunday's presidential vote.

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Canada wildfires: 'It started raining pine cones and tree bark'

Todd Ramsay filmed trees ablaze as he and his family fled wildfire in British Columbia.

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Albania: Italy pays bill for tourists' dine and dash

In a unique act of diplomacy, Italy's prime minister tells her government to settle the unpaid bill.

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Twitter, now X, to remove blocking feature

Elon Musk says the feature "makes no sense", but users are concerned about protection from abuse.

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Twitter, now X, to remove blocking feature

Elon Musk says the feature "makes no sense", but users are concerned about protection from abuse.

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Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh: More rain, less snow are turning Himalayas dangerous

Landslides and flash floods have killed dozens India's Himalayan states this month.

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Buckingham Group construction company on brink of collapse

Buckingham Group, which has worked on HS2 and at Anfield, blames "extreme inflation" for losses.

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Wildfire evacuees frustrated by Facebook news ban in Canada

Canadians are using Facebook to share information on fire updates but Meta's news ban is a hurdle.

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Abused and stalked, US election workers are bracing for 2024

Threats to blow up polling stations. Police protection. Ballot counters in hiding. A grim new reality.

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Fine threat if banks fail to provide access to cash

The Treasury sets a maximum distance of three miles, or one mile in urban areas, to reach free cash withdrawal services.

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Transgender women banned from women's chess events

The ruling by the International Chess Federation is drawing criticism from some players.

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Channel migrants: France arrests four people over fatal sinking

The suspects may face charges including manslaughter after six people died last weekend.

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Trevian Kutti: Who is ex-Kanye West publicist indicted alongside Trump?

The celebrity publicist is accused of involvement in a plot to pressure a Georgia election worker.

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Wagner cements Belarus presence as 'educational organisation'

The Russian mercenary group registered earlier this month as a limited company, it has been revealed.

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The Killers booed at Georgia concert after bringing Russian fan on stage

Brandon Flowers asked concert goers to welcome a fan from neighbouring Russia, the band later apologised.

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Afghan women escape for a chance at education

More than 450 women from Afghanistan have escaped the country to study abroad.

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Firm regrets taking Facebook moderation work

The chief executive of Sama says it will no longer take work involving moderating harmful content.

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Harrison Ford has a new Peruvian snake species named after him

Unlike his Indiana Jones character, Ford says he likes snakes and called the discovery "humbling".

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Army airlifts hundreds to safety from Canadian fires

Some people have been forced to flee twice this summer from fires in the country's north.

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Poland military parade: 'Perfect day to show our strength'

As war rages in Ukraine the Polish people get a display of military might - the country's biggest since the Cold War.

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Texas woman awarded $1.2bn in revenge porn case

The woman sued her ex-boyfriend for posting intimate photos of her online to "publicly shame" her.

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Rudy Giuliani jailed mobsters with a charge he now faces

The "Rico" Act helped earn Rudy Giuliani a reputation as a "mob buster". Now he's facing a Rico charge.

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Why fashion brands are putting celebrities in charge

Celebrities are winning jobs at the top of luxury fashion firms - but what can they really contribute?

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Five key moments in the crushing of Afghan women's rights

Over two years, the BBC has documented women's fear, grief and resolve as their lives are supressed.

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Video doorbells: Police embrace them but do they cut crime?

The smart doorbells have soared in popularity, but they may not help reduce the number of break-ins.

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When a 'fire hurricane' hit, Maui's warning sirens never sounded

Lahaina residents tell the BBC they had no official warning before "fire hurricane" engulfed their town.

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Boy survives 100ft Grand Canyon fall after dodging tourist photo

The teenager suffered serious injuries when he plunged nearly 100ft (30m).

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Maui fires: Frustration mounts over relief effort

Some residents on the Hawaiian island are questioning why there is not more official aid.

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Egypt Rabaa killings pain lingers 10 years on

Grief and anger persist, 10 years after a notorious mass killing at a protest camp in Cairo.

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Zuckerberg says Musk 'not serious' about cage fight

Doubt hangs over the billionaires' fight plans, but Musk suggests he is open to a bout on Monday.

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Cambodia: Thousands of war-era explosives found buried at high school

Thousands of unexploded munitions were discovered buried in the grounds of a high school.

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Mutanjan: The meat-and-rice dessert loved by Indian royals

For Muslims of the Indian subcontinent, mutanjan is a special dish, layered with memories and emotions.

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How did Netflix know I was gay before I did?

Tech recommendations can reveal more about us than we know ourselves - but how and why does this happen?

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E-bikes: Can this battery-swapping tech unchoke cities? We took a ride

We take a ride on an e-bike powered by the largest world's largest battery-swapping network.

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Operation Lone Star: Girl, 3, dies on Texas migrant bus

The Venezuelan girl collapsed on bus Republican governor uses to send migrants to Democrat states

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Hawaii wildfires: Drone footage shows extent devastation in Lahaina

Charred trees, burnt out cars and collapsed buildings lie among the ashes left by the wildfires.

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Niger coup: President Mohamed Bazoum 'in good spirits' despite detention

Mohamed Bazoum's doctor visits him in a basement prison amid fears for his health after military coup.

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Judge Chuktan warns Trump against 'inflammatory' remarks before trial

But former US president gets a legal win in battle over what he can say before election fraud trial.

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China floods: The families torn apart by 'huge, furious waves'

Survivors recall seeing their relatives disappear in muddy torrents spawned by incessant rains.

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Yemen: Oil salvaged from abandoned 'time bomb' tanker in Red Sea

It was feared the decaying vessel left floating in the Red Sea could explode or cause a major spill.

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What are apprenticeships and how do I choose a good one?

Going to school, college or university five days a week is not the only way to get a qualification.

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Italy could host Musk v Zuckerberg cage fight

The culture minister says he has spoken to the X boss about hosting the showdown as a charity event.

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Italy could host Musk v Zuckerberg cage fight

The culture minister says he has spoken to the X boss about hosting the showdown as a charity event.

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Ecuador politician murder suspects are Colombian, police say

Six people have been arrested over the killing of presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio.

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Jon Goodwin: I thought Parkinson's was end of space dream

Passenger Jon explains he was diagnosed with the disease several years after he bought his ticket.

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Georgia doctor decapitated baby using 'excessive force' in delivery

Dr Tracey St Julian is being sued for gross negligence and fraud by the parents.

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Prototype 'Brain-like' chip promises greener AI, says tech giant

IBM says its prototype microchip could make artificial intelligence more energy efficient.

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Yandex founder slams Russia's 'barbaric' war in Ukraine

Arkady Volozh, the ex-boss of Russia's tech giant, has previously faced criticism for not speaking out.

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Famous tree and centuries-old church hit by Hawaii fires

There are fears the rich history and culture of Lahaina, hit by Hawaii wildfires, may have been destroyed.

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Disney to expand ads on streaming as business flags

Disney is hurting in its home market, where streaming subscriptions slipped and park attendance flagged.

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US concerned for ousted Niger president Mohamed Bazoum's health

Deposed president Mohamed Bazoum's party has also claimed he is being detained under "cruel" conditions.

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US to bar and screen some tech investments in China

The move gives the government new oversight over foreign dealings by private firms.

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US to bar and screen some tech investments in China

The move gives the government new oversight over foreign dealings by private firms.

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Search warrant was issued for Donald Trump's Twitter account

Prosecutor Jack Smith requested data and records linked to the ex-president, unsealed files reveal.

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Lizzo: Lawyers reviewing at least six new allegations against singer

Lawyers representing three of Lizzo's former dancers say they are reviewing new complaints against her.

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Onlyfans, Twitch and Snapchat rules 'impenetrable'

Ofcom says popular platforms' terms of service are very long and difficult to understand.

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Colombian drug kingpin Dairo Antonio Úsuga sentenced to 45 years

Dairo Antonio Úsuga, a notorious cocaine trafficker, tells the court he is sorry for his actions.

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Five people killed in Cape Town taxi strike violence

A police officer and a British national are among those killed since the strikes began, police say.

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UPS driver pay deal in US to be worth $170,000 a year, firm says

The shipping giant warns of lower profits after it agreed a deal to avert a US drivers' strike.

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UPS driver pay deal in US to be worth $170,000 a year, firm says

The shipping giant warns of lower profits after it agreed a deal to avert a US drivers' strike.

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What is Ohio's Issue 1- and why is the vote so controversial?

A seemingly tedious constitutional amendment could have a significant impact on abortion rights.

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Will electric flying taxis live up to their promise?

Small electric aircraft will be carrying passengers soon in Europe soon, but will they catch on?

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Wet weather dampened clothing sales in July

UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.5% in July after rain put shoppers off buying summery items.

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Simon & Schuster: Publisher to be sold for $1.6bn

Finding a buyer has been a lengthy saga for the owner of the publisher, Paramount Global.

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Simon & Schuster: Publisher to be sold for $1.6bn

Finding a buyer has been a lengthy saga for the owner of the publisher, Paramount Global.

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Ukraine war: Several killed in Russian missile strike eastern Ukraine, officials say

President Zelensky said the Russian attacks had struck an "ordinary residential building".

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Higher food prices may be here to stay, says Bank economist

Chief economist Huw Pill has warned that food prices may never return to levels previously seen.

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Fines hiked for firms employing illegal migrants

Companies who repeatedly employ illegal migrants face fines up to £60,000 per breach under new rules.

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Ukraine counter-offensive against Russia yields only small gains in first 2 months

Ukrainian troops have advanced, at most, about 10 miles in two areas. Is the counter-offensive working?

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Israeli security forces kill three Palestinians in West Bank

The Israeli army said in a statement that the Palestinians were heading to carry out an attack.

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Barbie film hits $1bn mark at global box office

The pink-hued film has drawn in $1.03bn around the world, according to distributor Warner Bros.

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Barbie film hits $1bn mark at global box office

The pink-hued film has drawn in $1.03bn around the world, according to distributor Warner Bros.

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Slovenia floods 'worst-ever natural disaster'

The extreme flooding in Slovenia has caused millions of dollars worth of damage and killed at least three people.

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Chatbots: Why does White House want hackers to trick AI?

Google and Meta are among big tech companies who are letting hackers try to find flaws in their chatbots.

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Typhoon Doksuri: Alarming pictures show floods in China, Philippines

The volume of rain over the past week has broken a 140-year-old record in China.

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Inflation: Should we trust the Bank of England's forecasts?

The Bank of England says inflation could fall to around 5% by Christmas - how reliable is that?

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Italian fugitive caught in Corfu thanks to photo celebrating football win

Vincenzo La Porta has been on the run for 11 years but was tracked down to Corfu by police.

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Hun Sen: Cambodia election result confirms expected win for PM

Critics say July's election, which saw PM Hun Sen's party win 120 of 125 seats, was neither free or fair.

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UK scouts pulled out of camp after S Korea heatwave

More than 4,000 UK scouts hit by heatwave at World Jamboree to be moved into hotels.

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Armed experts re-enact Parkland school shooting for lawsuit evidence

Experts fired live bullets inside the Florida school to assess whether they could be heard outside.

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Florida deputy jumps onto a speeding runaway boat

Dramatic bodycam footage captures a Florida deputy's daring leap onto an out-of-control vessel

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Amazon online sales improve despite economy fears

The firm said more efficient deliveries helped boost sales and profits in the three months to June.

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James Webb telescope captures end stages of dying star's life

The images captured by the James Webb telescope show the star in an unprecedented level of detail.

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Two US Navy sailors charged with spying for China

The men are accused of sending sensitive photos, videos and diagrams to Chinese intelligence.

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Dancers say Lizzo 'needs to be held accountable' over harassment claims

The US pop star says harassment claims made by three of her ex-dancers are "false".

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'This is messed up': Las Vegas sphere displays massive eyeball

The venue displays different sphere-shaped images, but the blinking eye has stood out.

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Freddie Mercury: Contents of former home being sold at auction

More than 33,000 items from the former Queen lead singer's home are up for sale.

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Razzlekhan and husband guilty of $4.5bn Bitcoin launder

Heather Morgan and husband Ilya Lichtenstein plead guilty to money laundering and defrauding the US.

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Record wet weather drives shoppers away from High Street

The number of people heading out to the shops fell for the first July in 14 years, new data suggests.

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Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone: When Bollywood A-listers turn into start-up stars

Many top Indian actors are making fortunes by actively investing in start-ups and consumer brands.

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Timelapse shows rain drenching Las Vegas

Nevada was hit with heavy rain this week, which scattered debris and shut down roads.

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Atlantic orcas 'learning from adults' to target boats

Juvenile killer whales in the Atlantic are learning a dangerous game by copying adults.

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Janet Yellen: Credit downgrade 'puzzling' and 'unwarranted'

Janet Yellen defends the US, as stock markets fall after credit downgrade.

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CEO Secrets: 'We hand-ice millions of biscuits'

Biscuiteers co-founder Harriet Hastings shares her business advice for our CEO Secrets series.

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The fury in Pakistan sparked by a misogynist minister

Khawaja Asif's remarks reflect ingrained attitudes in Pakistan society, but women are pushing back.

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National Party: Irish far-right party's stolen gold bars spark funding query

The alleged theft of bars worth €400,000 prompts questions over how the National Party is funded.

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Elon Musk to be billed for unauthorised flashing X sign

X, formerly known as Twitter, has had to remove the sign on its HQ and will have to pay associated costs.

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Driver captures lightning over a rainbow in Iowa

Intense electric storms have been reported in parts of the state since the end of July.

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Uber aims to be wider travel app as it turns first profit

The company has expanded its UK app to include planes, as it reports its first-ever operating profit.

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The return of cargo-carrying sail ships

As concerns about climate change continue wind-powered shipping is making a comeback.

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Twitter accused of bullying anti-hate campaigners

A social media monitoring group says legal threats sent by X Corp are an attempt to "silence criticism".

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Gallium and germanium: What China’s new move in microchip war means for world

The world's second largest economy is putting controls on gallium and germanium exports.

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Unesco recommends adding Venice to endangered list

Italian authorities are failing to protect the city from over tourism and climate change, Unesco says.

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Paul Reubens: Pee-wee Herman actor dies age 70

Paul Reubens, who portrayed the children's TV and film character, had privately been fighting cancer.

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Canada wildfires: Border blaze forces evacuations

More than 1,000 fires are still burning across Canada - one-third of them in British Columbia.

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