US wrestling star Michael Jones dies aged 61
Jones is remembered for his various personas - including Virgil, Vincent and Soul Train Jones. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z3iXPqb
Bangs that sparked Titan sub search hope heard for first time
Noises that prompted hope in the search for the missing Titan submersible have been released to the media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Lv...
Netanyahu and Biden spar over Israel-Gaza war support
Israel's PM says Americans back the war with Hamas, despite President Biden arguing it could "lose support". from BBC News h...
Navalny lawyer reportedly arrested in Moscow
Vasily Dubkov, who represented the Russian activist, was arrested for "violating public order", reports say. from BBC News https...
Dozens killed during prayers at Burkina Faso mosque
The authorities say it happened on the same day that churchgoers were killed during morning mass. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F4yXVpG
Palestinian PM resigns over new Gaza 'reality'
Mohammed Shtayyeh's decision to step down could pave the way for a technocratic government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/akZPMsQ
Post Office victims' compensation payouts to be sped up
Legislation aimed at clearing wrongly convicted sub-postmasters is also expected to be brought forward. from BBC News - Business https://i...
Man sets himself on fire outside US Israeli embassy
An investigation into the incident under way, which happened in Washington DC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rTVLFP7
Thousands attend Bolsonaro rally in Brazil
Brazil's former president greets supporters in Sao Paulo as an investigation continues into the 2023 storming of Congress. from BBC Ne...
At least 15 dead in Burkina Faso church attack
It the latest atrocity in the country to be attributed to Islamist militants. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0FNOR5s
Bangladesh bans adopting elephants from the wild
Animal rights groups declared the move a "landmark order" that would protect against exploitation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
After 1,250 years women join Japan's (nearly) naked festival
Women take part despite some in the community suggesting it should remain a men-only event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DLRkWla
US and UK carry out new strikes on Yemen's Houthis
The US says the allies targeted 18 sites, including missile storages, drones and radars. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rOLV6zk
Zelensky insists Ukraine will win on war anniversary
Western leaders are in Kyiv in a show of solidarity as the country grapples with a range of setbacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1ujoyfR...
Early videos of Valencia fire show how flames spread
Experts say highly flammable cladding may have helped the fire spread. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vlzBtE1
Eight in hospital after smell Sweden security HQ
Hundreds of security service workers are evacuated after reports of an unusual smell in the building. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tx9MqOZ...
AI chip firm Nvidia valued at $2tn
Booming business at Nvidia sees investors bet the AI revolution will live up to its "hype". from BBC News - Business https://ift...
X admits to taking down India farmers' protest posts
The micro-blogging site says it did so after receiving orders from the Indian government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u37eo9k
Israeli report says Hamas sexual crimes 'systematic'
The Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel found "identical patterns" at 7 October attack sites. from BBC News https://ift...
Google to fix AI picture bot after 'woke' criticism
Users fault Gemini for generating diverse images in inappropriate historical contexts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/O1A0pDQ vi...
Boeing 737 Max boss out after blowout
The company says leadership changes are meant to improve the quality and safety of its planes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/j7q...
Russia 'struggling with supply of weapons' for war
Reports of Russian shortages come as concerns over the provision of Western weapons to Ukraine mount. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Qkqs6I...
Woolworths boss quits after TV interview
The Australian grocery chief walked out on a reporter when questioned over alleged price-gouging tactics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BZU...
Pakistan parties reach formal coalition agreement
It comes after a contentious election where the largest party led by former-PM Imran Khan alleged vote-rigging. from BBC News https://ift....
Parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke jailed for child abuse
The former influencer is sentenced to between four and 60 years in prison for abusing her children. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2ShIsOc
Putin denies plans to deploy nuclear weapons in space
The Russian president says Moscow has always been "categorically against" such deployments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KYat9pA...
How an asbestos scare has sent Sydney scrambling
In an escalating crisis, the toxic substance has been found at dozens of sites across the city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cfer7GV
Poland spyware inquiry to quiz former ministers
Lawmakers are set to investigate claims the former government snooped on the phones of its opponents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qGbKCRE...
Navalny's grieving widow vows to continue his work
In a video message, Yulia Navalnaya also accused the Kremlin of being behind her husband's death in a Siberian jail. from BBC News htt...
Cape Town stink blamed on cattle ship
A "nauseating" stench engulfing the South African city comes from a ship carrying 19,000 cows, officials say. from BBC News http...
Africa's 'flying presidents' under fire for foreign trips
The Kenyan and Nigerian presidents face domestic criticism for their frequent trips abroad. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HcdxDJg
Israel sets deadline for ground offensive in Rafah
A war cabinet member says unless Hamas frees all hostages by 10 March an assault will begin in Rafah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i8mWxo0...
More than 50 shot dead in Papua New Guinea ambush
The country has long struggled with tribal violence, but the killings are believed to be the worst in years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...
British Museum facing online calls to return Easter Island statue
A campaign by social media users in Chile seeks the repatriation of Hoa Hakananai'a moai to the island. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u...
A US soldier killed two at Mount Fuji. So why must Japan apologise?
The early release of Ridge Alkonis, who killed two in a car accident, stirs unease over US-Japan relations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j...
The Oscar-winning film that captured Navalny's life and possible death
The director of the 2022 Oscar-winning film speaks of his shock at the death of Alexei Navalny. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7BqFCNV
Gaza ceasefire talks not very promising, says Qatar
Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu vows to carry on the war against Hamas regardless of international pressure. from BBC News https://ift....
Navalny's team accuses Russia of 'hiding' his body
An ally of the opposition activist, who died on Friday, says officials are "trying to cover traces". from BBC News https://ift.t...
Is Russia about to win another victory in Ukraine?
With Russia on the verge of taking Avdiivka, the Ukrainians have tough choices to make. from BBC News https://ift.tt/27GmIga
Navalny's moments of defiance as Putin's fiercest critic
See key moments in Alexei Navalny's career as an outspoken critic of President Putin. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yh8vMx4
Senegal election delay ruled unlawful
The Constitutional Court annuls President Macky Sall's decree moving this month's vote to December. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q...
Seychelles drops opposition leader's witchcraft case
Patrick Herminie, who wants to run for the presidency, says the case was politically motivated. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CgR9OFf
Rafah images show huge blast craters close to camps
BBC Verify has analysed the latest satellite image from the city in southern Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F2YiyxT
Several injured in shooting at Super Bowl parade in Kansas City
Two armed people are in custody following the shooting in Kansas City, Missouri. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kBa5wMG
Top Republican warns of 'serious' national security threat
The White House said the threat is not imminent and will brief congressional leaders on Thursday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OC1...
Men's conference: How some Kenyans mark Valentine's Day
Social media is awash with events enabling men to get away from the "pressures" of Valentine's Day. from BBC News - World ht...
Afcon: Ivory Coast and Nigeria players get cash, villas and honours
Players of both winners Ivory Coast and runners-up Nigeria get handsome rewards from their presidents. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Ransomware attack hits dozens of Romanian hospitals
Over 100 facilities have been affected with some doctors resorting to pen and paper. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Fyi1DMB
Israel’s assault on Rafah looms, but no plan yet to evacuate civilians
Aid agencies say there is nowhere safe to move the 1.5 million people now sheltering in the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vY8...
Europe needs a decade to build up arms stocks, says defence firm boss
The head of Rheinmetall, Germany's biggest defence firm, says Europe's ammunition stocks are currently empty. from BBC News - Worl...
Gaza war: What we know about Israel's Rafah hostage rescue raid
Israeli commandos rescued two men in an operation that reportedly killed dozens of Palestinians. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AGr1...
Water company bosses could see bonuses stopped over sewage spills
Breaches of environmental rules should cost bosses their bonuses, the environment secretary says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/...
Israel-Gaza war: Biden tells Netanyahu plan needed for civilian safety in Rafah
The US President tells Israel's PM that the measure is needed before its planned offensive there. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Uber makes changes to Super Bowl ad after backlash
The firm has edited its advert that was criticised for making light of food allergies. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qy5oLnr vi...
Nato chief says Donald Trump comments 'undermine all of our security'
The presidential hopeful suggests the US will not protect allies failing to meet defence spending targets. from BBC News - World https://i...
Israel-Gaza war: Warnings mount as Israel plans Rafah offensive
More countries urge Israel against any military operation in the southern Gazan city crammed with refugees. from BBC News - World https://...
DR Congo violence: Panic in Goma as M23 rebels advance
The rebel M23 group is blocking the main roads into Goma as it continues to wreak havoc in the east. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Lunar New Year, from Beijing to New York
Festivities mark the end of the Year of the Rabbit and the start of the Year of the Dragon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PW3fUb5
Hungary president resigns live on TV over child abuse pardon
Katalin Novak steps down live on TV after pardoning man jailed for covering up sexual abuse at a children's home. from BBC News - Worl...
Pakistan election: Imran Khan and Nawaz Sharif each claim advantage
Independent candidates backed by jailed ex-PM Imran Khan have most seats so far, but he has no party. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
US Senator Chris Coons finds doppelganger in German Chancellor Olaf Scholz
Olaf Scholz, in the US to rally Ukraine aid, couldn't miss a chance to take a photo with his twin. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Jowie Irungu convicted of murdering Monica Kimani, as Jacque Maribe acquitted by Kenyan court
The fiance of a popular news presenter is convicted of killing a businesswoman five years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9ftVyD...
Nuclear fusion: new record brings dream of clean energy closer
Nuclear fusion still remains a long way off but brings the world one step closer to endless clean energy. from BBC News - World https://if...
What does Vladimir Putin gain from his Tucker Carlson interview?
The Russian leader's first interview with Western media since invading Ukraine comes at an opportune time. from BBC News - World https...
State of emergency declared in Iceland after volcanic eruption
Thousands of people are being urged to conserve hot water after key pipes were damaged. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jq0PzS3
Amazon staff target Valentine's Day with strike
A walkout of more than 1,000 staff is set to take place at the Coventry site from 13 to 15 February. from BBC News - Business https://ift....
French matchstick Eiffel Tower record bid ruled out over wrong matches
A French enthusiast who wanted to beat the world record is told he used the wrong matches. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lioAsS4
Could the Houthis sabotage undersea cables?
Revenge takes many forms, but threats of a deep sea attack are easier said than done, writes Frank Gardner. from BBC News - World https://...
US Marines helicopter reported missing with five on board
Rescue teams are searching for the aircraft, which was flying to California from Las Vegas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OMy0uJ6
Sebastián Piñera: Former president of Chile dies in helicopter crash
Sebastián Piñera was the Chilean president twice, and was also a billionaire businessman. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eJHp089
Boeing: Bolts missing from door, says blowout report
A door that blew away from a Boeing 737 Max may not have been properly secured, a new report says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt...
Tucker Carlson to interview Russia's Putin
The ex-Fox News host will be the first Western journalist to interview Vladimir Putin since Russia invaded Ukraine. from BBC News - World ...
Michigan school shooter's mother guilty of involuntary manslaughter
Jennifer Crumbley, 45, is the first US parent ever convicted of manslaughter over a mass shooting by their child. from BBC News - World ht...
McDonald's sales dented by Israel-Gaza boycotts
The chain said its fourth quarter sales failed to meet its target for the first time in four years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/w...
Footballer Dani Alves's rape trial begins in Spain
The ex-Brazil and Barcelona defender denies the assault, saying the sex was consensual. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IAeLsrD
Grammy Awards 2024: Red carpet and ceremony in pictures
See the most eye-catching images and outfits as stars attend the music industry's biggest party. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Parisians vote for rise in parking fees for SUVs
The vote was called by mayor Anne Hidalgo, who says SUVs are dangerous and bad for the environment. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/I...
Atmospheric river: Evacuations ahead of 'life-threatening' California storm
People in some areas are told to evacuate ahead of "one of the most dramatic weather days in recent memory". from BBC News - Wor...
eBay to pay $59m over illegal pill press sales
The government accused eBay of making it too easy to buy equipment for producing counterfeit pills. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/u...
Fed holds interest rates at a 23-year high
The bank says it wants confidence about inflation cooling before it starts cutting rates. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Mg0WtT3 ...
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