Google rejigs remote working as its reopens offices

The tech giant said it will only let staff work from home for more than 14 days a year if they apply for it.

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Germany 1-2 North Macedonia: Four-time world champions suffer shock defeat

North Macedonia stun Germany as Elif Elmas' late goal secures a shock win in World Cup qualifying.

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'Child among four dead' in shooting at office building in Orange, California

Police say the suspect was shot and wounded and the situation has now been "stabilised".

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Covid vaccine manufacturers should work with poorer countries, says WTO chief

WTO head Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala says the AstraZeneca deal with India is a good example.

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Hong Kong: Media mogul Jimmy Lai found guilty over 2019 mass protests

The Apple Daily founder is among seven people found guilty of unauthorised assembly in 2019 protests.

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Brazil: More than 60,000 people died of Covid-19 in March

Despite the rising cases, President Bolsonaro urges local governors to ease lockdown measures.

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Runway dining at $540 a meal proving hit in Japan

Japan's biggest airline is making the most of grounded planes while Australian carriers are cutting prices.

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Facebook bans 'voice of Trump' from platform

An interview with the ex-president was posted by his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, on Facebook.

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George Floyd: What witnesses have said in the Chauvin trial

Witnesses in Minneapolis have given emotional testimony about being at the scene of Mr Floyd's arrest.

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Tiger Woods crash: Los Angeles police determine the cause of golfer's car accident

The details of what caused Tiger Woods' car crash will only be released if the 15-time major winner gives permission for police to share their findings.

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Covid: Brisbane lockdown to end ahead of Easter weekend

The Australian city of two million residents has seen a low infection rate, but concerns remain.

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Private New Mexico Camp Preps to House Migrant Children

A private Christian camp in northern New Mexico is looking for volunteers and donations as it prepares for the potential arrival of immigrant children from the U.S.-Mexico border as federal holding facilities become more crowded. 

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Inside the lives of Asian massage workers: 'How can we not be scared?'

Asian female massage workers in the US speak up about the stigma surrounding their profession.

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Germany and Namibia: What's the right price to pay for genocide?

Germany is set to apologise to Namibia for a genocide more than 100 years ago - and to pay an as yet unknown amount of money.

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How satellite images are helping one country hand out cash

Togo has found a new way to send emergency cash to people struggling in the pandemic.

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Why I bought the Lil Nas X 'Satan Shoes'

With art collective MSCHF, singer Lil Nas X created a pair of pricey and controversial trainers.

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France fire: Young heroes climb building to save family in Nantes

A group of young people scale the outside of a building to rescue a family from a fire in Nantes.

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UPDATE Texas Trooper Declared Dead, Will Share 'Gift of Life' as Organ Donor

A Texas state trooper who was shot multiple times Friday evening as he answered a call to assist a disabled motorist on Highway 84 near Mexia, "no longer displays signs of viable brain activity and he remains on life-support until he can share the gift of life as an organ donor," the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is now reporting.

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Suez Canal: Egypt begins inquiry into cargo ship's grounding

Investigators will try to establish why a giant container ship, Ever Given, ran aground last week.

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Rochelle Hager: TikToker killed after tree falls on her car

Rochelle Hager was on the phone to her future wife when she was killed in the US state of Maine.

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BBC China correspondent John Sudworth moves to Taiwan after threats

The BBC's Beijing correspondent moves to Taiwan after pressure from the Chinese authorities.

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Britney Spears 'cried for two weeks' over Framing documentary

The singer says she did not watch all of Framing Britney Spears but was nonetheless "embarrassed" by it.

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Rapper reptiles: Alligators make a splash at new home

Flavor Flav and Tupac are among the new arrivals at a reptile park in New South Wales, Australia.

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New York City hunt for man who repeatedly kicked Asian American woman

The attack left the victim, 65, in hospital and police said the suspect made anti-Asian statements.

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Italian officer 'caught selling secrets to Russia'

Military police detain a navy officer and a Russian in the act of exchanging secret documents, say police.

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Why Narendra Modi's visit to Bangladesh led to 12 deaths

The Indian PM's visit to Bangladesh turned deadly last week as violent protests erupted on his arrival.

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Indonesia crash: Sriwijaya Air plane's voice recorder recovered

The "black box" could explain why the Sriwijaya Air jet crashed into the sea in January.

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Terrace House: Japan man fined $80 over Netflix star's suicide

Before she died, Hana Kimura had written social media posts implying she was cyberbullied.

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Chauvin trial: 'I called police on the police'

The prosecution called several witnesses - some becoming emotional - on day two of the proceedings.

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Nashville floods kill four people

The storms in Tennessee required 100 people to be rescued from vehicles and buildings.

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Chinese-owned Volvo takes on Sweden's family values

The carmaker will offer a generous paid parental leave scheme to its 40,000 employees globally.

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Watergate mastermind G Gordon Liddy dies aged 90

G Gordon Liddy served nearly five years in jail for his role in the scandal that toppled President Nixon.

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Google Maps to start showing eco-friendly routes

The driving app will highlight journeys with lowest emissions based on factors such as traffic.

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Covid: Australia falls 85% short of vaccine delivery goal

The slow rollout sparks concern as Brisbane faces a possible extension of a citywide lockdown.

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Biden's dog Major bites again at White House

Major had been sent to Delaware for training after nipping a White House employee earlier this month.

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A few frequent flyers 'dominate air travel'

A small minority of frequent flyers dominates air travel in countries with high aviation emissions.

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The cost of speaking up against China

Uyghurs abroad describe a pattern of harassment and intimidation they say is designed to silence them.

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Beware the return of the Iberian wolf, say Spain's farmers

A plan to ban hunting of wolves in north-west Spain worries farmers but is hailed by conservationists.

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China sets sights on Middle East with Iran co-operation deal

The strategic accord will help expand Chinese influence in the region and challenge US dominance.

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Libya's city of ghosts

The BBC's Quentin Sommerville visits Tarhuna where the victims of years of civil war are being reburied.

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New Business for Planned Parenthood: Hormone Therapy for Those Who Identify as Trans

A number of Planned Parenthood affiliates have begun to offer hormone therapy for those who identify as trans or simply want to take hormones to change their appearance.

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Restoring a 'Cherished Friend': Pre-Civil War Pipe Organ and Basilica Undergo Massive Renovation

A leaky roof repair led to a major renovation of the historic Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception in Norfolk, VA. It's the only African-American basilica in the US. Part of the project involves bringing life to a huge pipe organ. 

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Nike Sues MSCHF Company for Making 'Satan Shoes' With Lil Nas X, Cites Trademark Infringement

Nike is taking New York-based company MSCHF to court for releasing the controversial "Satan Shoes" Monday. 

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Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy in Africa: Your questions answered

Some African countries are witnessing Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy amidst the pandemic.

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Child tweets gibberish from US nuclear-agency account

The tweet “;l;;gmlxzssaw", posted to US Strategic Command's Twitter account, causes confusion.

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Captain Underpants: Children's book withdrawn over 'passive racism'

Children's author Dav Pilkey is sorry for "harmful racial stereotypes and passively racist imagery".

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Actor Armie Hammer exits Billion Dollar Spy film in wake of rape claim

The Hollywood star, who denies rape, is dropped from the last remaining film in his schedule.

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Noem Takes Executive Action After SD House Fails to Override Veto on Transgender Athletes Bill

South Dakota's Republican-led legislature failed to override GOP Gov. Kristi Noem's veto after her refusal to sign House Bill 1217, a measure banning transgender athletes from competing in women's and girl's sports. 

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Covid: Italy introduces quarantine for EU travellers

People arriving in Italy from other European countries must now also quarantine for five days.

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Japan's cherry blossom 'earliest peak since 812'

The early peak is thought to be linked to climate change as spring temperatures rise.

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Mexico police under fire after woman's death in custody

Mexico's president said the mother-of-two from El Salvador had been "brutally treated and murdered".

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Manipur: India state reverses order turning away Myanmar refugees

Officials say an earlier order issued amid reports of people fleeing the coup was "misconstrued".

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Suez Canal: Ships begin sailing through cleared waterway

Authorities hope to clear the backlog of vessels waiting to use the vital trade route within days.

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Inauguration poet Amanda Gorman: 'My life changed in six minutes'

Amanda Gorman became the youngest inaugural poet when she recited The Hill We Climb.

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Covid: Brazil ministers replaced in major cabinet reshuffle

President Bolsonaro has seen his popularity plummet amid criticism of his handling of the pandemic.

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Covid-19: World leaders call for international pandemic treaty

Boris Johnson and more than 20 other leaders say another health crisis is a matter of "not if, but when".

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Lady Gaga dog walker Ryan Fischer 'had to have part of his lung removed'

Ryan Fischer was shot in the chest as he walked the star's three French bulldogs in February.

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Nike sues over 'Satan Shoes' with human blood

Nike sues an art collective over its 'Satan Shoes', produced in collaboration with rapper Lil Nas X.

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Hong Kong: China to pass 'patriot' electoral reforms

The changes aim to only have "patriots" in office in Hong Kong but critics warn it will stifle dissent.

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George Floyd: Americans react to Day One of the Chauvin trial

A black political hopeful, a Minnesota resident and a retired officer share their thoughts.

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Photographing the "endless diversity" of America by streetlight

Photographer Daniel Freeman travelled across the US to capture striking night-time shots.

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Hong Kong: What is China's 'patriot' plan for electoral reform?

Aiming to tighten control over Hong Kong, China wants only "patriots" to run for office.

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Covid-19: Where is the virus wreaking havoc?

Key maps and charts explaining how the virus has spread around the world.

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Alabama Shakes drummer Steven Johnson arrested on child abuse charges

Steven Johnson was arrested in Alabama last Wednesday and indicted on multiple charges.

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Prayers Requested for TX State Trooper in Critical Condition, Ambushed and Shot Multiple Times

A Texas state trooper remains in critical condition after he was shot multiple times Friday as he answered a call to assist a disabled motorist on Highway 84 near Mexia.

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'I Kept Praying... and Where I Was Standing Nothing Was Touched': Tornadoes and Deadly Floods Strike U.S.

Severe weather ripped through the South over the weekend from Texas to the mid-Atlantic, leaving a trail of damage in its wake. 

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Suez Canal: Giant ship blocking Suez Canal finally freed

A giant ship blocking the Suez Canal for nearly a week is finally free, the Egyptian authorities say.

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South African Adrian Nel killed in Mozambique jihadist attack

South African Adrian Nel would have celebrated his 41st birthday on 1 April.

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Galápagos tortoises: 185 babies seized from smugglers

Officials found 185 baby Galápagos tortoises wrapped in plastic and packed into a suitcase.

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Mozambique conflict: What's behind the unrest?

Islamic militants operating in the north have been the cause of growing concern in the region.

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Spring Storm Spawns Tornadoes and Deadly Floods

Severe weather ripped through the South over the weekend from Texas to the mid-Atlantic, leaving a trail of damage in its wake. 

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French drug company fined over Mediator weight loss pill

The drug was authorised for overweight diabetics but is believed to have killed hundreds of people.

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Trump asks wedding party: 'Do you miss me yet?'

Donald Trump turned up at a wedding at Mar-a-Lago and railed against Joe Biden, China and Iran.

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Barack Obama's Kenyan grandmother dies, aged 99

Affectionately known as Granny Sarah by the former president, she defended him during his election campaign.

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George Floyd: Derek Chauvin trial begins as family demands justice

Derek Chauvin, the white policeman accused of killing George Floyd in May last year, goes on trial.

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Suez canal: Stuck Ever Given container ship partially freed from shoreline

The stranded Ever Given has been partly moved but efforts to fully refloat it will continue later.

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Floyd Family, Leaders Hold Prayer Service on Eve of Trial

National civil rights leaders appeared alongside several family members of George Floyd at a prayer service Sunday night, hours before opening statements were set to begin in the murder trial of the former Minneapolis police officer charged in his death.

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India Covid-19: PM Modi 'did not consult' before lockdown

A BBC investigation finds that key ministries and states were not consulted ahead of the Covid lockdown.

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Australia PM shifts rape-accused minister in cabinet reshuffle

Christian Porter - who denies rape - is no longer attorney general but will remain in the cabinet.

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Ever Given: Stranded Suez container ship reported freed

Huge container ship blocking Suez Canal for a week now reported to be afloat.

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Indonesia fire: Massive blaze erupts at oil refinery

Several have been injured and hundreds evacuated to safety from the blaze in West Java province.

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The Netflix show putting the spotlight on menopause

The new Netflix show Bombay Begums puts the spotlight on menopause, but why aren't we talking about it?

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Brisbane lockdown: Australian city to shut down over seven cases

The Australian city of about two million people is to enter a snap three-day lockdown.

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George Floyd: When does Derek Chauvin's trial start?

A US police officer is accused of killing a black man last year. Here's why the world is watching.

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'It is so easy to choose what voluntary work to do'

Charities are turning to technology to help them attract more volunteers.

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US police bodycam video shows officers berating child aged five

The boy's mother is suing Maryland Police, saying her son suffered emotional trauma in the incident.

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Moment Asian American army veteran shows his scars

Saying he's been accused of not looking "American enough", Lee Wong showed "what patriotism looks like".

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US Asian veteran reveals scars to call out racism

Elected official Lee Wong showed his scars in a town hall meeting discussing anti-Asian prejudice.

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Severe Storms to Threaten Swath From New York City to Atlanta Sunday

Much of the mid-Atlantic region, as well as some parts of the Southeast, are next in line to have the risk of severe weather on Sunday after yet another round of powerful storms rumbled through parts of the South.

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Covid: Barcelona hosts large gig after testing crowd

The pilot project aims to see if mass Covid testing will allow the return of big events.

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Kenyan DJs sacked after blaming woman for being pushed off building

The DJs apologise to a woman after debating if it was her fault that she was pushed off a building.

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Channel Nine cyber-attack disrupts live broadcasts in Australia

The broadcaster says it is investigating whether the hack was "the work of a foreign nation".

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ICYMI: Hotdogs, hungry horses and orange skies

See volcanic fast food and other stories in our weekly video round up: In Case You Missed It.

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Bolsonaro: Brazil's president ordered to pay damages to journalist

A judge says Bolsonaro damaged a reporter's honour by suggesting she offered sex for information.

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Coronavirus: Search after people flee Dublin hotel quarantine

Two people remain missing after leaving a quarantine hotel on Saturday, but a third has been found.

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The lost letters that found New York drag scene's secret trailblazers

The film PS Burn This Letter Please tells untold stories from the lives of 1950s drag artists.

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Makassar explosion: Worshippers wounded in Indonesian church bombing

Police say suicide bombers attacked the church during a Palm Sunday service in Makassar.

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Suez Canal: Effort to refloat wedged container ship continues

Tugboats will renew attempts to dislodge the Ever Given from the canal on Sunday.

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Earth Hour: Cities around the world turn lights off

Famous landmarks around the world have been switching off their lights to raise awareness of environmental issues.

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ORU's Cinderella Run Ends with Sweet 16 Loss - Their Tourney Put Jesus at the Forefront and Faith Under Fire

Oral Roberts University's Cinderella run in NCAA's March Madness came to an end Saturday night with a narrow loss to the #3 Arkansas Razorbacks in the Sweet 16 round in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

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Myanmar coup: US 'horrified' by deadliest day since military takeover

International leaders condemn the military after Saturday's violence - the deadliest since the coup.

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India coronavirus: The high-risk young demanding Covid jabs

Cancer patients who are under the age of 45 are struggling to get Covid jabs in India.

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Kenya's Mike Sonko: The rise and fall of Nairobi's ex-governor

Mike Sonko was elected governor of Kenya's capital despite a criminal past - and now faces more legal woes.

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Hunting rare birds in Pakistan to feed the sex drive of princes

A glimpse into the closed world of hunts for houbara bustards, thought by some to be an aphrodisiac.

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Melbourne to Cairns: Meet the Australian skateboarding an 'insane' 4,000km

Gordy says he is skating from Melbourne to Cairns but says he "didn't realise how big Australia was".

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Derek Chauvin trial: Why role of TV cameras could come into focus

Cameras will be in court, thanks to the network behind OJ Simpson’s trial. What role will they play?

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AI: Ghost workers demand to be seen and heard

Workers who label content and help computers understand language want their own voices to be heard.

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Project 17: The photograph that united a family

A photograph of a "burner boy" working on a toxic dump in Ghana helped his family to find him.

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New Arkansas Law Protects Religious Rights of Doctors

Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson signed a bill Friday protecting the right of medical practitioners to refuse to perform medical activities that would violate their religious or moral objections.

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North Carolina Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Ban Biological Males from Women's Sports

Legislators in North Carolina have introduced a bill to ensure “women are not forced to compete against men playing on women’s sports teams.”

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Facebook freezes Maduro's page over Covid claim

Venezuela's president will not be able to post for 30 days for disinformation over a herbal remedy.

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Myanmar: Bloodshed as forces open fire on protesters

Security forces opened fire on protesters as the leaders of the coup marked Armed Forces Day.

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Suez Canal: Fresh effort to refloat wedged container ship

Tugs are taking advantage of a high tide to try to dislodge the ship blocking a key shipping route.

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Apophis asteroid will not hit Earth for 100 years, Nasa says

The space agency rules out a 2068 threat to Earth from the "poster child for hazardous asteroids".

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Violence Stuns VA Oceanfront Community After Shootings Leave 2 Dead, 8 Injured

Police in the oceanfront community of Virginia Beach are investigating two shootings – one involving a police officer – that started late Friday night, leaving two dead and eight injured.

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Nebraska Gov Warns Parents About 'Inappropriate' Sex Education Standards for Kids

The Nebraska Department of Education recently released new educational standards that would give teachers the framework to begin discussing familial structures as well as “identity” and “sexuality” with kindergarteners.

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ORU's Sweet 16 Bid Shows the Excellence of Christian Colleges

We are all ORU now. In a riff on a well-known quote from economist Milton Friedman and by Richard Nixon, Christian colleges now all feel some measure of connection to ORU.

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Sachin Tendulkar: India cricket legend tests positive for Covid-19

Tendulkar, 47, shares his diagnosis as India grapples with a huge surge in coronavirus infections.

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The Talk: Sharon Osbourne leaves US show after racism row

CBS says her behaviour in an on-air row over the Duchess of Sussex "did not align with our values".

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Body-editing apps on TikTok ‘trigger eating disorders’

Technology firms have been warned to consider the impact of such apps on vulnerable people.

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Suez Canal: Wedged container ship 'could soon be refloated'

The large container vessel became wedged across the canal on Tuesday, causing a traffic jam.

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Myanmar: Coup leader Min Aung Hlaing vows to 'safeguard democracy'

Min Aung Hlaing has addresses the country on national TV to mark Armed Forces Day.

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Ivermectin: South African medics using unproven worm drug to treat Covid-19

Some South African medics are going to court to seek permission to prescribe Ivermectin to Covid patients.

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Biden: Georgia voting restriction law is 'atrocity'

The president decries new state voting restrictions that he likened to past racist laws of the US South.

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Guatemalan teenagers die on journey to US: 'I knew I shouldn’t let him go'

Fleeing poverty, 16 Guatemalans journeyed towards the US. Their bodies were returned in caskets.

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German Covid Easter U-turn shakes Merkel's cool, calm image

Chancellor Merkel takes political flak as Germany struggles to agree on lockdown measures.

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Home-schooling around the world: How have we coped?

Indigenous children have been hit hardest and the crisis has reached a "tipping point", say experts

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'Ice-cream toothache': Cold food and drinks pain explained

Scientists say they have worked out how teeth become sensitive and hurt with cold food and drinks.

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The vaccine misinformation battle raging in France

Online conspiracy theories are exacerbating existing vaccine scepticism.

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Beverly Cleary, children's author behind Ramona Quimby, dies aged 104

The beloved writer created the feisty characters of Henry Huggins and Ramona Quimby.

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The challenge facing Joe Biden at the border

Can the new president match his words on the campaign trail with action?

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Dominion Voting sues Fox News for $1.6bn over election fraud claims

Conservatives baselessly claimed that Dominion Voting System rigged the 2020 vote against Donald Trump.

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Warning Signs This Government is Rapidly Moving America to Socialism

There are many warnings that progressive policies could rapidly move America towards socialism and away from certain liberties and a free market society. These signals of socialist-like moves became louder as Democrats won the White House and majorities in both houses of Congress.

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Coronavirus: France accuses UK of 'blackmail' over vaccine exports

The row over Covid vaccination supplies escalates after France's foreign minister criticises the UK.

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Xinjiang cotton: How do I know if it's in my jeans?

It's at the centre of a row between Western brands and China over allegations of forced labour.

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'Voices of Black Mothers United': They've Lost Children to Violence, but They Don't Want to Defund Police

In the ongoing debate over calls to defund police departments, one emerging group is saying, "not so fast." The effort, Voices of Black Mothers United, underscores the need for police protection while calling for greater police accountability. They believe mothers, who have swallowed the most bitter pill, can help with that mission.

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Suez Canal: Ships stuck in 'traffic jam' as salvage efforts continue

The queue has "grown exponentially" since a container vessel ran aground, a merchant seaman says.

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Coronavirus: Germany tightens borders amid alarm over pandemic

There could be 100,000 infections a day if the third Covid wave spreads unchecked, Germans are warned.

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Rwanda genocide report to focus on French links

Rwanda has long accused France of complicity in the 1994 mass killings.

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Abiy Ahmed: Eritrea 'will withdraw' troops from Ethiopia in Tigray conflict

There is growing international pressure on Ethiopia to end fighting that has displaced thousands.

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Prince Albert II: Harry and Meghan interview 'did bother me'

Prince Albert II of Monaco has weighed in on the controversial interview that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle gave to Oprah Winfrey.

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Africa's week in pictures: 19-25 March 2021

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent.

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Turkey Erdogan: Women rise up over withdrawal from Istanbul Convention

Turkey's president appeased conservatives by quitting a treaty aimed against domestic abuse.

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Xinjiang cotton: Chinese brands championed as backlash against West grows

More Western brands have been targeted for showing concern over Uighur forced labour claims.

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Uighurs: China sanctions UK MPs over abuses response

It comes after the UK government took action over human rights abuses against the Uighur minority.

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North Korea claims 'new tactical guided' missiles launched

Pyongyang says the missiles can carry massive payloads, which could include nuclear warheads.

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Suez blockage is holding up $9.6bn of goods a day

The stranded mega-container ship is costing $400m (£292m) an hour in goods that can't be moved east or west.

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Andrew Laming: Australian MP apologises over comments to women

One woman said government MP Andrew Laming's comments online left her feeling suicidal.

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'My brother died fighting for Senegal’s youth'

Thousands of young people took to the streets earlier this month, in anti-government protests.

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US immigration: The suffocated youth unafraid of a perilous journey

Tougher policies and deaths on the road are unlikely to stop Guatemalans from trying to reach the US.

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Why my ancestral home could be lost to climate change

As Bangladesh turns 50, a UK-Bangladeshi reflects on how climate change affects his parent's country.

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Minimum wage fight: 'There's no recovery without raising it'

Can Joe Biden deliver on his promise to double America's minimum wage?

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‘Lives lost’ as tornadoes sweep Alabama

Deaths and property destruction are reported as the powerful storm batters the southern US state.

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Catholic Charity Steps Up to Help Families in Crisis at the Border

The journey to the U.S. is difficult for any migrant hoping to come into the country, but it's especially hard for those under the age of six.  

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Facial recognition beats the Covid-mask challenge

As people all over the world mask up, how has the facial-recognition industry coped?

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Jay Leno sorry for jokes about Asian-Americans

The US TV host has admitted that racial gags made for more than a decade were "a legitimate wrong".

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Extinction: Elephants driven to the brink by poaching

The ivory trade and habitat loss combine to push Africa's elephants closer to extinction.

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Former Vice President Mike Pence Tours Samaritan's Purse Facilities with Franklin Graham

In his first visit to North Carolina since leaving office, former Vice President Mike Pence and former Second Lady Karen Pence traveled to North Wilkesboro on Wednesday to learn more about Samaritan's Purse, and how the ministry responds to disasters across the U.S. and around the world. 

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Miscarriages and stillbirths: New Zealand to allow bereavement leave

Parliament backs legislation providing three days of paid leave for mothers and their partners.

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Equal pay: Megan Rapinoe was 'devalued, disrespected and dismissed'

Soccer star Megan Rapinoe says despite all her success she is still paid less than men in the same job.

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Winston Churchill, Kermit and Janet Jackson preserved for posterity

They're part of the 25 recordings being added to this year's recordings for the US Library of Congress.

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Daniel Guerini: Lazio youth-team midfielder dies aged 19

Lazio say they are "shocked by pain" following the death of 19-year-old youth-team midfielder Daniel Guerini.

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Covid-19: Merkel defends rollout as vaccine pressure grows

German Chancellor Angela Merkel defends the EU's decision to procure coronavirus vaccines jointly.

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Suez Canal: Owner of cargo ship blocking waterway apologises

Japanese firm Shoei Kisen Kaisha says dislodging the Ever Given is proving "extremely difficult".

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Covid vaccine: AstraZeneca updates US vaccine efficacy results

The vaccine-maker slightly downgrades its efficacy rate as it awaits US regulatory approval.

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Japan lights Olympic torch after one-year Covid delay

It was all supposed to happen in 2020, but Japan has finally kicked off its Olympic torch relay.

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Cured: How mental illness was used as a tool against LGBT rights

A new film recalls the fight to overturn the US labelling of gay people as having a mental illness.

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H&M faces boycott in China over Xinjiang cotton

The company has come under fire after a statement from last year on forced labour claims resurfaced.

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Coronavirus: EU leaders to discuss boosting vaccine supplies

Leaders will also review plans to curb exports of Covid vaccines, which could affect supply to the UK.

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Jack Dorsey tweet: Man who buys his first-ever post speaks out

The Malaysian buyer of Twitter founder Jack Dorsey's first ever tweet for $2.9m sees it as a wise investment.

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North Korea fires two ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan

Pyongyang is banned from testing such missiles, which were launched into the Sea of Japan.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: The mystery of the missing church

The BBC investigates the disappearance of an Armenian church that changed hands in the recent Nagorno-Karabakh war.

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'My father, the killer'

Some of the children of men who helped to "disappear" thousands of Argentines in the 1970s and 80s are now speaking out - against their fathers.

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Somalia photography: 'I want it to be normal for women to take photos'

A photography exhibition in Somalia by two women challenges the way the country is seen.

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Tigray conflict: The fake UN diplomat and other misleading stories

An information war has been raging over the Tigray conflict with both sides sharing misleading claims.

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'I have learned how to survive with a bow and arrow'

The Covid pandemic and last summer's social unrest has inspired more Americans to take up hunting.

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Lord Howe Island: Saving an Australian paradise's 'cloud forest'

A rare environment on Australia's Lord Howe Island has faced a complex battle for survival.

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'This Is a Recipe for a Permanent One-Party Swamp': Regent Conference Blasts House Election Bill

Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia held its first conference for election integrity Tuesday.  It featured big names in politics and media, as well as some of the top experts in the field of election fraud.  Regent’s new dean for the Robertson School of Government kicked off the conference.   Former congresswoman Michele Bachmann said America can’t allow national elections to be stolen.

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US gun control: Biden calls for a ban on assault weapons

The US president promises "common-sense steps" after the second mass shooting in days killed 10.

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Coronavirus: EU plans tougher controls on vaccine exports

The proposals come after AstraZeneca was accused of failing to honour its contract with the EU.

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Citigroup launches Zoom-free Fridays to ease pandemic 'fatigue'

The bank's CEO unveils new working practices to ease "the relentlessness of the pandemic workday".

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Coronavirus: 'Double mutant' Covid variant found in India

This comes as India reported 47,262 cases and 275 deaths on Wednesday, its highest tally this year.

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Tesla cars can be bought in Bitcoin

Elon Musk announced his company would accept the virtual currency as payment for a new car.

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George Segal: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? actor dies aged 87

Tributes have been paid to the star who was Oscar-nominated for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

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Official: Colorado Shooting Suspect Prone to Rage, Delusions

Law enforcement officials and former associates of a 21-year-old accused of killing 10 people at a Colorado supermarket described the suspect as someone prone to sudden rage who was suspended from high school for a sudden attack on a classmate that left the student bloodied.

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India: Delhi orders Covid tests at airports as cases surge

India's capital will test people at random in airports and railway stations amid a spike in cases.

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Uluru waterfalls: Rain brings 'unique' sight to Australian landmark

A "unique and extraordinary" sight has come to the sacred rock, after days of heavy rain.

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Covid: DoorDash delivers at-home test kits

The food delivery service is bringing test kits to homes in select US cities.

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World's biggest coal company bets on solar power

Coal India Limited's chairman predicts that solar will replace coal as India's major energy provider.

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Australian art festival cancels plan to soak UK flag in indigenous blood

A plan to soak the UK flag in indigenous people's blood drew anger from Aboriginal Australians.

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China's biggest car brand launches rival to Tesla

Geely's new upmarket electric car brand Zeekr comes as Elon Musk goes on the charm offensive in China.

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North Korea missiles: Biden says launch 'not provocation'

The short-range missile test is the first to be conducted since the US president took office.

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Fears for democracy as buoyant Bangladesh turns 50

Half a century after its birth, millions are no longer in poverty - but democratic space has shrunk.

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Australia floods: 'Kicked in the guts' by fire, drought and floods

Rob Costigan fought desperately to save his home from fires last year - now it's been destroyed by floods.

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Letter from Africa: Kente - the Ghanaian cloth that's on the catwalk

The woven fabric has long been a political symbol but Louis Vuitton has put it in a fashion show.

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Covid: The clarinettist who took on Lebanon's vaccine scandal

When Joseph al-Hajj learned politicians were jumping the queue, he took action into his owns hands.

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Indiana Governor Lifting Statewide Mask Mandate in 2 Weeks

Indiana’s governor announced Tuesday he would lift the statewide mask mandate and remaining COVID-19 business restrictions in two weeks.

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Egypt's Suez Canal blocked by large container ship

Several tug boats are deployed to shift the vessel, which is causing a build-up of shipping traffic.

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Anti-Asian hate: 'Try to be brave and stand up'

Amid nationwide rallies against anti-Asian hate crimes, we ask what it is like to be an Asian woman in the US.

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Russia's Tajik-born Eurovision star on the abuse she's received

In an interview with the BBC, Russia’s entrant for the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 has spoken of the hatred she’s received.

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Boulder shooting: Ten victims and suspect identified by police

Colorado officials have named the suspect and 10 people killed in an attack on a grocery store.

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Russia and China hit back at Western sanctions

Russia firmly backs China, which is stung by Western sanctions for cracking down on Uighurs.

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US city of Evanston to pay reparations to black residents

A Chicago suburb is to distribute money to those who suffered housing discrimination.

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Niger suffers deadliest raids by suspected jihadists

The death toll from co-ordinated attacks on three villages rises to 137 - the worst of its kind.

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Colorado shootings: 'We heard boom, boom, boom'

A gunman has killed 10 people, including a police officer, in the US state of Colorado.

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Rohingya refugee camp fire: Several dead and thousands homeless

At least seven have died while about 50,000 have been displaced from the Bangladesh settlement.

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Belize football team bus held up by armed gang in Haiti

The Belize Football Federation expresses its "disappointment and disgust" after a bus taking the national team to their hotel in Haiti is held up by an armed gang.

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Covid-19: Vaccines and vaccine passports being sold on darknet

Researchers say criminals are taking advantage of desperate people looking for a way out of lockdown

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China: 3,000-year-old gold mask sparks online meme

The recently-discovered artefact has triggered a photo-editing frenzy on Chinese social media.

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Coronavirus: How the common cold can boot out Covid

It looks like the viruses that causes colds wins in the battle to infect our cells.

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Aide fired after Parliament House 'sex videos' shock Australia

A video of the act was leaked as a spotlight falls on Australia's 'toxic' political culture.

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Jack Dorsey's first ever tweet sells for $2.9m

The Twitter founder will donate the money to charity after it was bought by a Malaysia-based businessman.

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Police: 10 People Killed in Colorado Supermarket Shooting

A shooting at a Colorado supermarket killed 10 people Monday, including a police officer who was the first to respond to the scene, authorities said.

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Polish writer Jakub Zulczyk charged for calling President Duda a 'moron'

Jakub Zulczyk could face up to three years in jail for his Facebook post criticising the president.

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Gunman kills six in Colorado market shooting

A police officer was among those confirmed dead following the Monday afternoon attack in Boulder.

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Warner Music teams up with Tencent to crack China

The US record label says the deal with China's tech giant will help make its artists "impossible to ignore".

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Erin Brockovich: California water battle 'woke me up'

She has continued to call for safe water in the decades since the major case in the town of Hinkley.

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Making honey without bees and milk without cows

Firms are using fermentation to produce honey and milk and say they can match the taste of the real thing.

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Israel's Netanyahu faces uphill battle as voters return to polls

Israel holds its fourth election in two years, with Benjamin Netanyahu fighting to stay in power.

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Dan Gertler: The man at the centre of DR Congo corruption allegations

Dan Gertler formed a close relationship with DR Congo's ex-leader, even getting a diplomatic passport.

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How Iceland clamped down to conquer coronavirus

It may be a remote island, but there is a reason why Iceland is proud of its success in tackling the pandemic.

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Child migrants: First photos emerge of Biden-era detention centres

Images show children huddled together on the floor under foil blankets at a facility in Texas.

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Afghanistan: The women killed for working at a TV station.

A television station in Afghanistan has sent all of its female employees home after four were killed by extremists.

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Trump Calls Border Crisis 'a Disaster' - Biden Will Visit but Is in No Hurry

The crisis on the southern border is worsening, with more than 15-thousand migrant children now in U.S. custody,

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Australia floods: Rainfall set to peak as weather systems collide

Two weather systems collide over inundated New South Wales, with its whole coast now on alert.

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Iceland volcano eruption: Onlookers flock to see Mount Fagradalsfjall

People have trekked to Mount Fagradalsfjall after lava started bursting out on Friday evening.

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Aretha Franklin's family protest about National Geographic's Genius biopic

The star's family say they "do not support" the TV series, starring British actress Cynthia Erivo.

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Ikea France on trial for snooping on staff and customers

Ikea France is accused of spying on staff and customers using private detectives and police.

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Trump Calls Border Crisis 'a Disaster' – Biden Will Visit But Is In No Hurry

The crisis on the southern border is worsening, with more than 15-thousand migrant children now in U.S. custody,

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Olympic surfing hopeful killed by lightning

The International Surfing Association pays tribute to El Salvador surfer Katherine Diaz, who died after being struck by lightning.

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Myanmar coup: Detained BBC journalist Aung Thura released

Aung Thura is free three days after he was detained by men in plain clothes in the capital.

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India coronavirus: Experts say sharp rise in Covid-19 cases 'alarming'

India added more than 250,000 new Covid cases last week - a record spike since the start of the year.

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Real Sociedad 1-6 Barcelona: Lionel Messi scores twice on record-breaking 768th appearance

Lionel Messi scores two goals on his record-breaking 768th appearance for Barcelona as the Spanish giants beat Real Sociedad 6-1 in La Liga.

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Michael Kovrig: China begins espionage trial behind closed doors

They were arrested for espionage days after Canada detained an executive of telecom giant Huawei.

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Jarryd Hayne: Ex-Rugby League star guilty of sexual assault in Australia

Jarryd Hayne - a high-profile Australian athlete - had denied attacking a woman in her bedroom.

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Australia floods: Cows rescued from swollen rivers and beaches

Exhausted animals have been pulled from swollen rivers, beaches and flooded suburbs.

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Covid: Brazil's Bolsonaro calls governors 'tyrants' over lockdowns

The Brazilian president says it is now time to reopen the economy, despite a surge in infections.

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Turkish lira falls 14% after bank governor sacked

The outgoing central bank chief is the third exit in under two years under Turkey's President Erdogan.

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Donald Trump plans social media comeback, says adviser

The ex-US president, banned by Twitter and Facebook, will launch "his own platform", an aide says.

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Israel election hopes and fears play out in crater town

For voters in Mitzpe Ramon, Tuesday's poll means keeping or casting out Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Covid: The countries that nailed it, and what we can learn from them

A year into the pandemic, we look at countries that have had some success in tackling the virus.

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Why India is talking about ripped jeans and knees

Thousands of women are sharing their photos in ripped jeans on social media - but why?

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Coronavirus: Covid nurses' song of hope from Italy

Simona Camosci wrote the song in the first Covid wave, and now she and her colleagues have released it.

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The former fighters embracing peace in the Philippines Mindanao region

Former fighters are embracing peace in Mindanao in the Philippines, in the hope of ending decades of killing.

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How can I stop my houseplants dying?

With houseplant sales booming, expert Giacomo Plazzotta offers tips for keeping them healthy.

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Covid in Sweden: Elderly people deserve more

More than half of those who have died with Covid-19 in Sweden have been care home residents.

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South China Sea dispute: Huge Chinese 'fishing fleet' alarms Philippines

The Philippines asks China to withdraw more than 200 ships from disputed waters in the South China Sea.

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Egyptian feminist Nawal El Saadawi dies at 89

Nawal El Saadawi, who has died at 89, drew outrage and admiration in her conservative home country.

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Julia Letlow Wins Special Election Replacing Late Husband, Becomes 1st Republican Woman From LA Elected to Congress

Republican Julia Letlow won a special election for Louisiana's 5th Congressional District on Saturday, less than four months after her husband Luke Letlow passed away due to complications from COVID-19.

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Australia floods: Couple's house swept away near Sydney

Their home was carried away by flash flooding, on what should have been their wedding day.

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Congo-Brazzaville presidential candidate in hospital with Covid-19

The main opposition presidential candidate in Congo-Brazzaville says he is "fighting death".

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Pastor Jack Graham Shares His Battle with Depression and Why the Church Must Lead in the Mental Health Fight

We live in an incredibly anxious and depressed culture here in America, and the COVID-19 pandemic, civil unrest, and divisive politics have further exacerbated this issue.

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Saudi Aramco's profits slide nearly 45% after lower oil demand

Saudi Aramco makes less than expected but will still pay returns to investors including the Saudi state.

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Nowruz: Millions celebrate Persian New Year around the world

From celebrations in Covid wards to fireworks displays, Nowruz has looked very different this year.

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Covid restrictions: Can music festivals be safely planned?

A music festival takes place as an experiment in the Netherlands, despite the rest of the country being under lockdown.

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Qantas boss: Governments 'to insist' on vaccines for flying

"Governments are going to insist" on vaccines for international travellers, Qantas' boss tells the BBC.

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More Sydney areas ordered to evacuate over major flooding risk

Officials say anyone living in low-lying areas of the city must leave as torrential rains continue.

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The website helping to sell homes with a bloody past

How homes formerly owned by fighters in Colombia's armed conflict are auctioned to benefit victims.

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Myanmar coup: Tales from the streets of sacrifice and fear

Thousands are making difficult choices to protest against military rule. What are their stories?

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Mozambique conflict: Why are US forces there?

Islamic militants operating in the north have been the cause of growing concern in the region.

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Covid vaccines: Why some Americans are choosy about their jab

There are three options in the US, and some are turning their nose up at one of them.

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North Korea’s ‘only openly gay defector’ finds love

Jang Yeong-jin fled North Korea to escape a loveless marriage. Now he is engaged to his boyfriend.

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Coronavirus: The Indian factory making 6,000 syringes a minute

One of the world's biggest syringe makers has ramped up production to meet the Covid demand.

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The 'insane' money in trading collectible cards

Prices of collectible cards are soaring and new digital products are entering the market.

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The dogs helping endangered Tasmanian devils find a mate

A world-first trial in Australia is using dogs to help the endangered species procreate.

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Discovering WW1 tunnel of death hidden in France for a century

The bodies of 270 German soldiers have lain hidden since they were buried alive by a French bombardment.

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Sea-cucumber divers off Liberia risk danger to feed a hunger in China

The starfish could represent a lucrative trade but they also play a key role on the coastal ecology.

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Infertility: 'Women need to hear ‘you are not alone’

In the US, one in eight couples experience infertility. But a culture of silence and stigma means most people suffer alone.

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China's latest online skinny fad sparks concern

Observers say the social media trends stem from an obsession among some Chinese women with being thin.

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Canadian Father Jailed for Speaking Out Against Biological Daughter’s Gender Transition

A Canadian father was arrested earlier this week after he violated a court order banning him from speaking out about his biological daughter’s gender transition.

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Bill Nelson: Former astronaut and senator nominated as Nasa chief

Bill Nelson, 78, is a former astronaut and senator with a long history of working on space issues.

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Mar-a-Lago: 'Covid outbreak' at Trump's Florida residence

Parts of the Mar-a-Lago resort, where the former US president lives, have reportedly been closed.

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No international fans allowed at Tokyo Olympics

No international fans will be permitted at the delayed 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics this summer because of the pandemic.

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Icelandic volcano erupts near Reykjavik

Aerial footage shows lava snaking its way down after the eruption.

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Domestic violence: Turkey pulls out of Istanbul convention

Human rights groups say the move is a "huge setback" to efforts to combat domestic violence.

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Covid-19: Pakistan's PM Imran Khan tests positive

He was vaccinated two days ago and is said to be isolating at home.

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Australia warned of 'life-threatening' flash floods

Dozens of people are rescued from floodwaters, as torrential rains batter the country's east coast.

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Covid: France and Poland increase lockdown measures as infections surge

Some 21 million people in France are affected, while in Poland shops and hotels are shut nationwide.

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Covid: Rich states 'block' vaccine plans for developing nations

Vaccine production proposals are being stalled, WHO documents leaked to BBC Newsnight show.

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Why is everyone fighting over the South China Sea?

China claims most of it but surrounding countries and the US disagree. The BBC's Zhaoyin Feng explains why.

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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: A rare view inside the conflict zone

A BBC team gets a glimpse of the human cost of the recent fighting in Tigray.

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Skylab: The myth of the mutiny in space

Did a crew sent to the US Skylab space station go on strike? The last surviving member says it's a myth that won't die.

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Coronavirus: How Russia glosses over its Covid death toll

The reality behind Russia's pandemic is most likely to be found in its excessive mortality rates.

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Atlanta spa shootings: How we talk about violence

Police comments about the alleged gunman's motive have sparked outrage. We asked experts to weigh in.

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China and Taiwan face off in pineapple war

Taiwan fights back against Chinese curbs on the export of their fruit - with plenty of support.

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What happened with the AstraZeneca vaccine?

Ros Atkins looks at how a vaccine hailed as a ‘game-changer’ has seen its reputation tarnished.

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'This child was alive again'

The journey from Africa to the Canary Islands is one of the deadliest migration routes in Europe.

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Bitcoin: Fake Elon Musk giveaway scam 'cost man £400,000'

A German man lost 10 Bitcoin to so-called giveaway scammers on Twitter and experts say scams are rising.

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Pickleball: The racquet sport experiencing a pandemic boom

Pickleball - a mash-up of tennis, badminton and ping-pong - saw a surge in participation last year.

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India's interfaith couples on edge after new law

A Hindu-Muslim couple, who dated secretly for 13 years, are now facing a fresh obstacle: the government.

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Atlanta shooting: Biden condemns anti-Asian racism

The president said Americans should unite against racism and asked Congress to pass a hate crime bill

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Volcano erupts near Iceland's capital Reykjavik

Officials are warning the public of the risk of falling rocks and landslides as Fagradalsfjall erupts.

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French drugs haul 'was strawberry Haribo'

Paris police this week claimed a major drugs haul - but it wasn't what it first seemed to be.

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Coach Who Was Fired for Praying Loses in Court: 'We Hope the Supreme Court Will Right This Wrong'

A high school football coach who was fired for praying with his players has suffered another courtroom loss.

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'Do Not Traumatize These Children': TX Officials Say Biden Border Policy Makes Kids Vulnerable to Sex Trafficking

An open U.S. border and encouraging migrants to come to the United States may sound humane and hopeful, but Texas officials warned this week that it is anything but.  Those most endangered when migrants flood into the country: unaccompanied minor children.  

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Covid: Germany warns of 'exponential' rise in coronavirus cases

Health Minister Jens Spahn says Europe does not have enough vaccines to prevent a third wave.

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Finland ranked happiest country in the world - again

Denmark is in second place, followed by Switzerland and Iceland in the World Happiness Report.

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Greek bull figurine unearthed after heavy downpour

A bronze statuette believed to be at least 2,500 years old is found near the ancient site of Olympia.

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Myanmar protests: BBC journalist Aung Thura held

Aung Thura was taken away by plainclothes men as Myanmar remains in turmoil after February's coup.

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E-bike suspected cause of huge Australia house fire

The bike was left on charge overnight at the three-level house in Sydney, firefighters says.

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Face editing: Japanese biker tricks internet into thinking he is a young woman

The 50-year-old biker said he thought his social media followers would not want to see an old "uncle".

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China sending children of exiled Uighur parents to orphanages, says Amnesty

Young Uighur children are taken into orphanages without parents' consent, Amnesty International says.

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Chinese granny who fought off attacker in US praised for bravery

The 76-year-old was waiting to cross the street in San Francisco when she was punched, reports say.

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Anti-Asian violence: 'He slashed me from cheek-to-cheek'

Asian Americans across the US have faced a surge in hate crimes during the pandemic.

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At least 25 tornadoes rip through southern US

Powerful storms have swept through the region, wrecking havoc in parts of Mississippi and Alabama.

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Michael Spavor: Canadian spy trial in China ends without verdict

Michael Spavor's case is part of a diplomatic spat between China and the US and Canada.

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Super Nintendo World opens in Japan after Covid delays

The theme park features iconic characters like Mario as well as rides based on games.

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Young Goldman Sachs bankers ask for 80-hour week cap

First-year analysts have reported 95-hour working weeks plus poor physical and mental health.

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Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to Be 2021 Commencement Speaker at Regent University

Regent University has announced former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo as the keynote speaker for its 41st commencement ceremony on May 8, 2021. Secretary Pompeo served as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency and as the 70th United States Secretary of State.

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US and China trade angry barbs at high-level Alaska talks

This is the first high-level face-to-face meeting between the Biden administration and Beijing.

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Lamborghini's profits soar during Covid

The supercar maker saw record profits, partly fuelled by China, set to become its second-biggest market.

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Mexico violence: Gunmen kill 13 in ambush on police convoy

At least 13 officers died in the attack by a suspected criminal gang in the State of Mexico.

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Nevada smart city: A millionaire’s plan to create a local government

Jeffrey Berns wants to build a tech oasis in the Nevada desert. Do others share his utopian vision?

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Why Australian women are saying 'enough is enough'

Australian politics is often called toxic to women - now rape allegations have ignited national fury.

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Armie Hammer: US actor accused of rape

The Call Me By Your Name star denies the allegations, saying the relationship was consensual.

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Dozens change name to 'salmon' to get sushi deal in Taiwan

Officials in Taiwan plead with people to stop changing their names to take advantage.

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AstraZeneca vaccine: EU agency says AstraZeneca is 'safe and effective'

The medicines regulator reports back after 13 EU states suspended use of the jab as a precaution.

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Death of a Zulu king: 'He is planted, not buried'

Photos of Goodwill Zwelithini's funeral - an insight into how a powerful South African monarch is mourned.

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Dozens of Twisters Slam the South, Church Endures Second Tornado Strike: 'God Is Going to Do Something Greater'

Tornado watches are up for parts of Georgia into the eastern Florida Panhandle as residents there and in the Carolinas brace for a line of severe weather.

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The cautionary tale of the president who denied Covid

His death will reenergise debate about whether the continent needs strong institutions or strongmen.

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Kobe Bryant widow sues LA police over 'graphic images' of helicopter crash

Vanessa Bryant published the names of officers she says shared photos of the site of Bryant's death.

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India coronavirus: Can its vaccine producers meet demand?

India is a big player in vaccine production - but companies are warning of supply problems.

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IRS Will Delay Tax Filing Due Date until May 17

Americans will be getting extra time to prepare their taxes. The Internal Revenue Service says it's delaying the traditional tax filing deadline from April 15 until May 17.

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Australia: Sex consent app proposal sparks backlash

Critics say the suggestion by a police commissioner is impractical, short-sighted and open to abuse.

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US ratchets up pressure on Chinese telecom firms

Three firms face a possible ban from US for being "aligned to Communist China" regulators claim.

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Atlanta shootings: 'It's scary just to be an Asian American woman.'

Inside the Washington protest against hate crimes towards Asian Americans following the Atlanta spa shootings.

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Tokyo Games creative head quits over 'Olympig' insult

Hiroshi Sasaki had proposed that plus-size entertainer Naomi Watanabe appear at the opening ceremony as a pig.

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Donald Trump's wealth takes tumble during presidency

The former US president's fortune slipped to $2.3bn according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

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Covid: From boom to bust - why lockdown hasn't led to more babies

Research shows that the US and parts of Europe are facing slumps in birth rates.

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Asia's richest man, a bomb scare and a murder in India

An explosives-laden car is found near Mukesh Ambani's home in Mumbai, and its alleged owner is killed.

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Covid: How ethnicity and wealth affect US vaccine rollout

People belonging to ethnic minorities are less likely to have been vaccinated, despite being more likely to develop Covid.

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'Stingy men' take on Nigeria's dating etiquette

Frustrations about the cost of dating have raised serious questions about romantic relationships.

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Paris Commune: The revolt dividing France 150 years on

Passions flare over how to remember the city's brief, much-romanticised experiment in power to the people.

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US-China relations: Adversary or partner?

Three young Americans and three young Chinese people spoke to the BBC about the bilateral relationship

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Canadians held in China on spying charges face trial within days

Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig were arrested two years ago in a row that soured China-Canada ties.

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Turkey moves to ban pro-Kurdish HDP opposition party

The Peoples' Democratic Party denounces a prosecutor's case against it as a "blow to democracy".

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US Border: Risking everything for an American dream

Thousands of migrants from Central America are making an arduous journey to the US border.

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Dutch election: Turnout high for election despite Covid

In an election dominated by Covid, many people have still taken to the polls.

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Airline removes boy, 4, with autism for not wearing Covid mask

The US airline removed the boy, 4, from a flight because he wasn't wearing a face mask.

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Georgia Massage Parlor Shootings Leave 8 Dead; Man Captured

Shootings at two massage parlors in Atlanta and one in the suburbs Tuesday evening left eight people dead, many of them women of Asian descent, authorities said. A 21-year-old man suspected in the shootings was taken into custody in southwest Georgia hours later after a manhunt, police said.

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St Patrick's Day: Countries celebrate Ireland's patron saint

Online events are taking the place of traditional parades due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Video captures huge Ontario, California fireworks explosion

A large amount of stored fireworks ignited and caused the explosion in a residential neighbourhood. There are no known injuries at this time.

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Iceland shaken by more than 50,000 earthquakes in three weeks

BBC Europe correspondent Jean Mackenzie met locals learning to live with the shakes.

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Covid-19 disruptions killed 228,000 children in South Asia, says UN report

A new UN report says interrupted health services caused hundreds of thousands of deaths in South Asia.

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Regent honeyeater: Endangered bird 'has forgotten its song'

The natural song of the regent honeyeater has essentially "disappeared" in 12% of the population.

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What we wish we'd known about infertility

In the US, one in eight couples experience infertility. But a culture of silence and stigma means most people suffer alone.

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Atlanta shootings: Asian women among eight killed at three spas

No motive has yet been established for the attacks in the area around Atlanta, Georgia.

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Australia to send Papua New Guinea vaccines as cases surge

With rising infection rates, Papua New Guinea's fragile healthcare system is under pressure.

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Trump tells Republican supporters to get vaccinated

Many pro-Trump Republicans have expressed reluctance to take up the offer of a Covid-19 jab.

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French bulldogs close in on Labradors as most popular US dog

Their popularity among celebrities is thought to have added to the rise of the French bulldog.

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Uighur abuse: MPs criticise companies over China forced labour

The business committee says firms should face sanctions if they cannot prove no links to labour camps.

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U.S. on Pace to Reach Highest Number of Migrants Crossing Southern Border in 20 years

The new Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas says the U.S. is on pace to reach the highest number of people apprehended crossing the Southern Border in 20 years.  

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Brazil Sao Paulo health chief urges lockdown as Covid deaths surge

President Bolsonaro and his new health chief are resisting calls for a lockdown despite record deaths.

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US-China relations: Beyond the 'Cold War' cliche

A look at the tensions between the superpowers as delegates gather for a meeting in Alaska.

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LGBT rights: New threat for Poland's 'rainbow families'

A new law aims to close a loophole that is the only remaining way for LGBT people to adopt children.

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China's latest online skinny fad sparks concern

Observers say online skinny fads stem from an obsession among some Chinese women with being thin.

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Sea-cucumber divers off Liberia risk danger to feed a hunger in China

The starfish could represent a lucrative trade but they also play a key role on the coastal ecology.

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U.S. on Pace to Reach Highest Number of Migrants Crossing Southern Border in 20 years

The new Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas says the U.S. is on pace to reach the highest number of people apprehended crossing the Southern Border in 20 years.  

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Indianapolis deadly shootings 'started after stimulus cheque row'

A man now facing murder charges had wanted some of his girlfriend's payout, according to court papers.

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Syria: The scars left by a school bombing

BBC cameraman Darren Conway has returned to Syria to meet survivors of the Iqra school bombing, the aftermath of which he filmed in 2013.

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'The Gospel Truth?' Covid-19 vaccines and the danger of religious misinformation

Many religious leaders are spreading the word that vaccines are safe and effective, but some are undermining that message.

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Covid relief bill: How does the new US child tax credit measure up?

The Covid relief bill includes an expanded child tax credit. How does the US compare to other countries?

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'Can the Government Control Human Behavior?' CDC Reveals CA's Extreme Lockdown Didn't Help

Despite their opposite approaches, California and Florida have seen almost identical outcomes in COVID-19 case rates. While Florida has worked to stay open, California has pursued strict lockdowns.

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Golden Globe awards make diversity pledge after publicists' backlash

The awards' organisers have been criticised for "discriminatory behaviour" and "ethical impropriety".

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Michelle Obama voices sympathy for Meghan on race

The former US first lady reacts to Oprah Winfrey's interview with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

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Rare ancient scroll found in Israel Cave of Horror

The verses are thought to have been written by Jewish rebels hiding in the cave from Romans.

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Nokia to cut up to 10,000 jobs worldwide

The Finnish telecoms giant is shifting investment into 5G and cloud computing research.

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Climate change: Jet fuel from waste 'dramatically lowers' emissions

A jet fuel made from food waste has the potential to reduce emissions from flying, scientists say.

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Yaphet Kotto: James Bond villain and Alien actor dies at 81

The actor played Dr Kananga in Live and Let Die, and was also an extra-terrestrial stowaway in Alien.

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What is happening with migrant children at the southern US border?

More than 4,200 migrant children are in US custody amid a surge of arrivals to the US-Mexico border.

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What is this Arctic walrus doing off the Irish coast?

The rare sighting was captured by a local man and his five-year-old daughter in County Kerry.

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Dutch head to polls as Covid crisis looms large

The election comes after a government crisis and during the country's strictest lockdown to date.

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AstraZeneca vaccine: Safety experts to review jab

Eleven European countries have suspended use of the vaccination over concerns about side effects.

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China's tech giants fall under regulator's pressure

Tencent saw $62bn wiped off its valuation while Alibaba may have to sell some of its media assets.

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Mozambique insurgency: Militants beheading children, aid agency reports

Save the Children says Islamist militants in Cabo Delgado have killed children as young as 11.

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Covid-19: Brazil to get fourth health minister since pandemic began

Marcelo Queiroga, a doctor, is to replace Eduardo Pazuello, an army officer with no medical training.

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North Korea: Kim Jong-un's sister warns US not to 'cause a stink'

Influential figure Kim Yo-jong accuses Washington of trying to "spread the smell of gunpowder".

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Facebook to pay News Corp for content in Australia

The "landmark" deal comes after Australia passed a world-first law targeting Facebook and Google.

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France to return Klimt painting sold under duress during Nazi era

A Jewish family was forced to sell Rosiers sous les Arbres after the Nazis annexed Austria in 1938.

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Myanmar coup: What protesters can learn from the '1988 generation'

Student activists fight to end a hated military government in Myanmar. 2021? Or 1988?

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Bitcoin: Fake Elon Musk giveaway scam 'cost man £400,000'

A German man lost 10 Bitcoin to so-called giveaway scammers on Twitter and experts say scams are rising.

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Pickleball: The racquet sport experiencing a pandemic boom

Pickleball - a mash-up of tennis, badminton and ping-pong - saw a surge in participation last year.

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How Meghan and Harry interview felt familiar to biracial people

The Meghan Markle and Prince Harry interview felt familiar to many people in multi-racial families.

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South Korean artist highlights gay rights in military

Artist and activist Jeram Kang was sexually harassed while serving in the South Korean military.

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Yo-Yo Ma: World-famous cellist's impromptu vaccine centre concert

Yo-Yo Ma performs in a waiting room after receiving his second dose of Covid-19 vaccine.

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Beijing sandstorm: City turns orange and transport disrupted

Hundreds of flights are disrupted as the storm sweeps across China's capital city.

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Biden Border Crisis Exploding – FEMA Ordered to Help

The surge of children and teens at the border comes after the Biden administration reversed some of the policies of the Trump administration. 

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Apocalyptic skies as Beijing hit by worst sandstorm in a decade

Strong winds blowing in from Mongolia has turned the Chinese capital to be shrouded in dust.

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Myanmar coup: Military extends martial law after protests

The military extends martial law across more of Yangon following the deadliest day of protests so far.

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Pele congratulates Ronaldo for passing goal tally

Pele congratulates Cristiano Ronaldo after the Portugal forward's hat-trick against Cagliari takes him past the Brazilian legend's tally of goals scored in official matches.

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Psychedelic therapy could 'reset' depressed brain

A powerful hallucinogen used in shamanic rituals is being trialled as a potential depression cure.

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Australia March 4 Justice: Thousands march against sexual assault

The wave of protests follow a backlash to the government's response to rape allegations.

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Grammys 2021: Five weird and wonderful moments

Harry Styles, Dua Lipa and Megan Thee Stallion all put on a spectacle. But who are Silk Sonic?

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Texas beekeeper viral videos saving bee hives

Beekeeper Erika Thompson says the video, viewed over a million times, was "just a normal Tuesday".

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US remains top arms exporter and grows market share

Chinese and Russian exports have declined while the Middle East has seen big growth in imported arms.

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Covid-19: Netherlands suspend use of AstraZeneca vaccine

It is the latest nation to act over reports of blood clotting but the WHO says it is safe.

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Covid-19 pandemic: Trump urged to encourage supporters to get jabs

It would be a "game-changer" if Donald Trump stepped in, Dr Anthony Fauci says.

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Avatar reclaims title as highest-grossing film

Disney said the blockbuster film regained top spot over the weekend knocking off Avengers: End Game.

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Andrew Cuomo: Biden declines to join calls for Cuomo to resign

The US president wants to await the outcome of a misconduct probe into NY Governor Andrew Cuomo.

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Discovering WW1 tunnel of death hidden in France for a century

The bodies of 270 German soldiers have lain hidden since they were buried alive by a French bombardment.

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We asked for your first Covid text messages. These are your stories

The US didn’t shut down until late March, but Americans were talking about the virus before that.

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What Macron doesn't get about colonialism

The French president may not be able to repair relations with Algerians, argues writer Maher Mezahi.

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India's interfaith couples on edge after new law

A Hindu-Muslim couple, who dated secretly for 13 years, are now facing a fresh obstacle: the government.

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'Interest in e-sports will only grow and grow'

The global e-sports sector is expected to see revenues of more than $1bn in 2021.

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Photos from Australia: Capturing 'flash rips' and 'the edge of the world'

Dene Bingham photographs dangerous seas and wild places from a remote coast in Western Australia.

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Tigray crisis: Why Sudan is a ‘second home’ to Ethiopian refugees

More than 60,000 people have fled the conflict in Ethiopia’s Tigray region to seek refuge in neighbouring Sudan.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: A home regained and a home lost in war

How lives on both sides of the divide in Nagorno-Karabakh were changed by the last year's fighting.

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Grammys 2021: Burna Boy and Wizkid win at music awards

Burna Boy wins Best Global Music Album, while his fellow Afrobeats star wins Best Music Video.

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Merkel's party slumps to defeat in regional polls

The Christian Democrats got a quarter of the vote in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate.

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Covid-19: Dutch police break up anti-lockdown protest

Police used water cannon and mounted officers to clear anti-government demonstrators in The Hague.

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Indian police arrest two men after assault on Muslim boy at Hindu temple

Two men are questioned over a video of a 14-year-old being beaten for "drinking water at a temple".

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Brutal crackdown continues on Myanmar protesters

At least 14 protesters were killed on Sunday by security forces in Yangon, local media's reported.

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Myanmar protests: Protesters killed in bloody Yangon crackdown

More protesters and a police officer are reported dead elsewhere as anti-coup protests continue.

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Afghanistan investigates ban on girls' singing

The education ministry is probing a Kabul directive banning older girls from singing at public events.

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Famed Psychologist Jordan Peterson Tears Up Talking About Jesus

For years, when asked if he believes in the existence of God, Dr. Jordan Peterson — a clinical psychologist who has found fame as a result of his no-holds-barred approach to personal responsibility — has responded: “I act as if God exists, and I’m terrified that he might.”

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1-Year Anniversary of Breonna Taylor's Death Marked With Protests Along West Coast

Big cities along the West Coast saw a swarm of riots Saturday night as protesters unleashed their anger on the one-year anniversary of Breonna Taylor's death during a police raid in Kentucky.

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Kenya withdraws from ICJ case over Somalia sea border at last minute

Hearings at the world court over the maritime dispute are due to start on Monday.

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Covid-19: Ireland suspends use of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine

The minister for health says it is precautionary after reports of serious blood clotting events in Norway.

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North Korea 'not responding' to US contact efforts

The Biden administration has tried several ways to get in touch with North Korea, officials say.

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US immigration: Disaster agency FEMA brought in to help with child migrant surge

US-Mexico border facilities are under pressure amid a rise in the number of unaccompanied children.

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Bitcoin surges past $60,000 for first time

The volatile cryptocurrency extends its record-breaking run to reach a new high.

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Sri Lanka adoption: The babies who were given away

Thousands of newborns were sold to families in Europe. Decades later, Sri Lankan mothers are trying to find them.

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The algorithm for the perfect biryani

A new book argues that cooking, at its heart, is chemistry. And algorithms are the key to it.

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Myanmar protests: Civilian leader in hiding vows to continue 'revolution'

Mahn Win Khaing Than leads a group of politicians seeking recognition as Myanmar's government.

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Saving one of the world’s rarest toads from extinction

The harlequin toad has been successfully bred in captivity for the first time outside Panama.

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'Marvelous' Marvin Hagler: American boxing legend dies aged 66

Former undisputed middleweight world champion 'Marvelous' Marvin Hagler dies at the age of 66.

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Live music is back... behind a New York shop window

Musicians have been able to serenade New Yorkers from the inside of empty shops.

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Sri Lanka adoption: The babies who were given away

Thousands of newborns were sold to families in Europe. Decades later, Sri Lankan mothers are trying to find them.

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Is fighting a pandemic like fighting a war?

Two Vietnam War veterans on the similarities between the struggle against Covid and fighting a war.

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Zimbabwe's 16-year-old motocross champion on 'beating the boys'

Tanya Muzinda has taken on the male-dominated world of motocross - becoming her country's off-road circuits champion.

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Argentina's President Alberto Fernández targeted in vehicle by protesters

Protesters unhappy with government mining plans in the Patagonia region smash the vehicle's windows.

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Virginia Hot Dog Shop Starts 'Franks for Friends' by Offering Free Meals to Those in Need

One Virginia restaurant owner has stepped up to help those who are hungry by offering free meals to anyone who is unable to pay.

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'Honor God, Keep His Commands:' Kirk Cameron Recalls Goal of 100-Day Plan After Hitting Halfway Mark

"American Campfire Revival," a 100-day spiritual campaign led by Kirk Cameron, has passed its halfway mark - prompting Cameron to reiterate the motive for launching the online gathering that thousands have been attending daily.

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Sarah Everard: How a woman's death sparked a nation's soul-searching

The disappearance and death of a young woman in London prompts anger and calls for change.

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Breonna Taylor: Protest to mark anniversary of police killing

The young black medic was shot dead when police raided her home in Louisville, Kentucky, a year ago.

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Russia opposition: Moscow police raid election forum

Officers raided the opposition conference only minutes after it began at a hotel on Saturday.

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Covid: Jordan's health minister quits over hospital oxygen deaths

The country's health minister has resigned after six Covid patients died due to an oxygen shortage.

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Sri Lanka to ban burka and other face coverings

The measure is needed on security grounds, officials say two years after the Easter Sunday attacks.

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Security forces fire at protesters in Myanmar

Myanmar has "all the hallmarks of a civil war... but only one side is armed", says Jonathan Head.

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Texans Celebrate Mask Mandate Independence Day as Businesses Open to 100% Capacity

Texans are having a laugh on social media today to celebrate “no mask” day, in response to Governor Greg Abbott’s announcement last week that March 10th the state would be fully open with no government mask mandates or restrictions on businesses.

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US announcer uses racist slur as basketball players kneel for anthem

Announcer Matt Rowan blamed his "horrible statements" on sugar spikes from his diabetes.

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ICYMI: Faceplanting albatross and cat rescues itself

An albatross faceplant, a cat rescuing itself after getting stuck in a tree and other stories you may have missed.

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Spanish police seize narco-submarine in Malaga raid

The vessel, able to transport up to two tonnes of drugs, was found in the city of Malaga.

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Corinne Masiero: Actress protests naked at 'French Oscars' ceremony

Corinne Masiero sheds a donkey skin and bloodstained dress at a coronavirus-dominated César Awards.

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Covid: US and allies promise one billion jabs for South East Asia

The leaders of the US, Australia, India and Japan agree to deliver the vaccines by the end of 2022.

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Hungry, angry and fleeing the horrors of war in northern Mozambique

A BBC team are the first international journalists to reach an area besieged by Islamist militants.

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Tokyo 2020: The elite athletes training at home

Jacuzzi swims and pole vaulting over bins - getting ready for the Olympics and Paralympics has been creative.

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Why the GameStop story is far from over

Huge swings in the share price show amateur investors are still taking on Wall Street.

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Covid-19 pandemic: Italy to shut shops and schools amid infection spike

Shops, restaurants and schools will be closed across most of the country on Monday.

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India: How eating online is bringing women money - and freedom

Some Indian women are taking advantage of the popularity of online eating shows to become financially independent.

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Bolivia: Prosecutors order arrest of former interim leader

Prosecutors say Jeanine Áñez and former ministers took part in a coup against leader Evo Morales.

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What are NFTs and why are they worth millions?

Artwork is being "tokenised" and sold online for millions of dollars - but will the bubble burst?

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Covid vaccinations: No reason to stop using AstraZeneca jab, says WHO

The World Health Organization reassures states after Bulgaria becomes the latest to suspend the jab.

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Covid map: Coronavirus cases, deaths, vaccinations by country

Key maps and charts explaining how the virus has spread around the world.

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Razzies: Robert Downey Jr and Anne Hathaway nominated for 'worst acting'

Robert Downey Jr and Anne Hathaway are up for Razzies, the annual alternative to the Oscars.

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Brussels bombers 'murdered elderly man as a test'

Two brothers who killed 31 people in 2016 earlier shot dead a 76-year-old, a Belgian report says.

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SA actor Cliff Simon dies after kiteboard accident

The star, who also had roles in 24, NCIS, Days of Our Lives, is killed in a kiteboarding accident.

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Nigeria student kidnapping near Kaduna army base

Residents who heard gunfire overnight thought it was a military exercise at the site in Kaduna state.

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Judge OKs 3rd-Degree Murder Charge for Ex-Cop in Floyd Death

A judge on Thursday granted prosecutors’ request to add a third-degree murder count against a former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd’s death, offering jurors an additional option for conviction and resolving an issue that might have delayed his trial for months.

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Zulu King Goodwill Zwelithini dies in South Africa aged 72

The king, one of South Africa's most influential traditional leaders, had ruled since 1968.

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Maharashtra: Nagpur becomes first major Indian city to return to lockdown

Nagpur becomes the first major Indian city to return to a complete lockdown as Covid cases rise.

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Coupang: Harvard dropout rockets into mega-billionaire's club

The "Amazon of South Korea", Coupang was founded by Bom Kim and has just listed its shares.

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Meghan Markle interview: African-American women react

Many African-American women were delighted when one of their own married a real prince - but times have changed.

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AstraZeneca: Thailand delays vaccine rollout over blood clot fears

Several countries have suspended the jab although there is no evidence that it causes blood clots.

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De Blasio: NYC mayor calls on Cuomo to quit over harassment claims

Andrew Cuomo has been accused of sexual misconduct by six women, allegations he denies.

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Covid: Does Tanzania have a hidden epidemic?

The Tanzanian authorities have not published data on coronavirus infections or deaths for many months.

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Etna: Life beneath the volcanic dust of repeated eruptions

Three weeks of spectacular blasts have amazed onlookers - but caused untold damage for Sicilians.

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Kathleen Folbigg: Could science free Australian jailed for killing babies?

Kathleen Folbigg has been called Australia's worst female murderer - now scientists doubt her guilt.

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Why has the Syrian war lasted 10 years?

What sparked the fighting - and why it is still going on after so long.

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A yak herder in the Himalayas: ‘I am the last shepherd in my family’

Phuntsog Tsering lives a tough life, herding yaks at 5,000m in the Himalayas and is one of the last shepherds left in his village.

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Covid pandemic: Biden to order all US adults be eligible for vaccine

The president is set to announce the move during a speech on Thursday evening.

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Running from terror in north-east Mozambique

A militant Islamist insurgency in north-east Mozambique has forced half a million people to flee for fear of beheadings and abductions.

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The Scottish mercenary hired to kill Pablo Escobar

How a team of British combatants travelled to Colombia to assassinate the world's most dangerous man.

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The drone's-eye view of a bowling alley that went viral

A one-shot drone tour of a Minneapolis establishment has been celebrated for its production genius.

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Amanda Gorman's Catalan translator dropped because of 'profile'

The publishers said they wanted "a woman, young, activist and preferably black" translator for the poem.

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Hunt for US murder suspect mistakenly released from jail

A paperwork error leads to a murder suspect being released from Rikers Island prison before his trial.

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Adele finalises divorce with joint custody of son

Details of the singer's split with Simon Konecki have been revealed in US court dcouments.

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Mississippi Governor Set to Sign Law Banning Transgender Athletes from Women's Sports Teams

Mississippi Republican Gov. Tate Reeves is scheduled to sign a bill Thursday to ban transgender athletes from competing on girls or women’s sports teams.

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Myanmar's military accuses Suu Kyi of taking illegal payment and gold

Myanmar's military junta alleges the overthrown leader took $600,000 and gold, but gives no evidence.

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Michelle Obama: Former US first lady says she is 'moving towards retirement'

The former US first lady has opened up about the pandemic, mental health and ambitions for the future.

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Hong Kong: China approves 'patriotic' plan to control elections

Critics say the electoral reforms will effectively wipe out any remaining opposition when enacted.

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Facebook asks judge to throw out FTC anti-trust lawsuit

The charges allege Facebook bought up its rivals to maintain a monopoly.

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Covid vaccines to top the agenda at 'Quad' meeting

The four country alliance is expected to discuss financial support for vaccine manufacturing in India.

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Warren Buffett finally joins exclusive $100bn club

The 90-year-old investor is part of an elite group of five, although he has given billions to charity.

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Malaysia High Court rules Christians can use 'Allah'

The issue of non-Muslims using the word to refer to God had previously sparked tensions and violence.

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Mexico marijuana: Lower house passes recreational cannabis bill

The lower house passes a bill allowing recreational use, with final approval now almost assured.

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Will rape allegations change Australia's 'toxic' politics?

Australian politics finds itself at a moment of cultural reckoning, writes the BBC's Shaimaa Khalil.

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The Little Things: A crime thriller but not as you know it

Denzel Washington, Rami Malek and Jared Leto on obsession, Covid-19 and getting into character.

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Fukushima disaster ten years on: The day ‘tomorrow didn’t come’

Ten years on from Japan’s Fukushima disaster, a survivor remembers the day his entire family disappeared.

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Hamed Bakayoko: Ivory Coast's PM dies in Germany

Hamed Bakayoko died of cancer, the authorities say, days after his 56th birthday.

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Covid: Texas and Mississippi lifting restrictions too soon?

Two US states are lifting compulsory coronavirus restrictions, but are they in a position to do so?

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'I went from Hollywood glamour to food donations'

The Los Angeles awards season workers who have had to find new jobs.

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Being gay in Ghana: LGBT community is ‘under attack’

Since the country’s first LGBT safe space was closed down by police, queer Ghanaians are "not safe".

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Covid: The man with "super antibodies"

John Hollis has antibodies that can kill the virus and variants but the discovery was nearly missed.

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Thirty years of BBC World News

BBC World News looks back at the last three decades as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.

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Covid-19: Brazil surge reaches new level as daily deaths pass 2,000

The country records more than 2,000 Covid-related deaths in a single day for the first time.

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Beth Moore: 'I Can No Longer Identify With Southern Baptists'

The Beth Moore brand has, for decades, been synonymous with the Southern Baptist Convention. The partnership, though, is over — at least in its official capacity.

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Ghislaine Maxwell 'does not know who accusers are', says brother

Ian Maxwell says Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend has not been able to prepare adequately for her trial.

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Myanmar coup: Envoy to UK recalled after pro-Suu Kyi remarks

Kyaw Zwar Minn had said he stood by deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi and called for her release.

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Prayuth Chan-ocha: Thai PM sprays sanitiser on reporters

Prayuth Chan-ocha was asked about a cabinet reshuffle and chose to deflect the question unusually.

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