Colorado wildfires: Woman says families in her neighbourhood lost everything

A woman who had to evacuate her home in Louisville with her family speaks to the BBC.

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South Africa prepares to bury Archbishop Desmond Tutu

The funeral for Tutu, who helped end apartheid in South Africa, will take place on Saturday.

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Colorado: Residents return following devastating fire

Tens of thousands of people in Boulder County were forced to flee their homes on Thursday.

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Hurricane Force Wind Gusts Fuel Colorado Wildfires, Scorching Hundreds of Homes

An estimated 580 homes, a hotel and a shopping center have burned and tens of thousands of people were evacuated in wind-fueled wildfires outside Denver, officials said Thursday evening.

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Year in tech: The stories making headlines in 2021

From the metaverse to NFTs and everything in-between, what's made the news in tech this year?

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The Corozal: Scottish dredger that helped build the Panama Canal

Museum staff unearthed the story of a Scottish dredger involved in constructing the famous trading route.

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2021 viral videos: The social media moments India celebrated

From the 'pawri' girl to the tiny Covid warrior, here are the social media moments India celebrated.

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The 'heartbreakingly beautiful' art of Laurie Anderson

The pioneering artist speaks about her new exhibit, which blends painting, film, music and writing.

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Cape Verde: Drone delivers medical supplies to remote islands

Computer scientist Erico Pinheiro has invented a drone system to deliver medical supplies to the remote communities of his island nation Cape Verde.

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Why Chinese stand-up comedians are turning to English

Alex Shi says her comedy comes from her Chinese heritage but she feels more comfortable performing in a foreign language.

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Omicron: South Africa ends night-time curfew

Officials relax restrictions noting lower hospital admissions from the Omicron variant than feared.

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Teva Pharmaceuticals found liable in New York opioid trial

A New York State jury has found the drug maker help fuel the state's deadly opioid epidemic.

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Russia labels Pussy Riot members foreign agents

Journalists and other prominent figures also feature on an updated justice ministry list.

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Avoid cruises even if vaccinated, CDC tells Americans

It says there has been an increase in onboard cases since the emergence of the Omicron variant.

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Why Start New Year 2022 with a Fast? 3 Pastors Explain the Life-Changing Impact

In light of a world desperately searching for hope in the midst of chaos, we asked three pastors why they look at a fast to start New Year 2022 as being critically essential for churches and personal lives.

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Funding for Faith-Based Apps Soars in 2021, Attracting $175 Million in Financial Support

Faith-based apps have increased in popularity over the past few years and are gaining millions in funding as more people turn to them for guidance and spiritual growth.

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Elon Musk rejects claim he is hogging space

His comments come after China complained to the United Nations about his internet satellite project.

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What does future warfare look like? It's here already

There's one area where the West is falling dangerously behind Russia and China - hypersonic missiles.

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Who is Ghislaine Maxwell? The downfall of a favourite daughter

How Ghislaine Maxwell went from being the toast of high society to a convicted sex trafficker.

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15 films to look out for in the Oscars race

With the gong-giving season picking up steam, we look at the possible nominees for the big awards.

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What went wrong with vaccinating the world?

Why developed countries have a surplus of vaccines while low-income ones are still struggling to battle Covid.

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Syntropic agriculture: A new way of farming in dry climates?

Ernst Gotsch's method of agriculture increases, rather than decreases, biodiversity and wildlife.

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Desmond Tutu: Religious and political leaders pay tribute in Cape Town

Politicians and leaders of different faiths gathered in Cape Town to remember the anti-apartheid leader.

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Berlin Zoo animals feast on unsold Christmas trees

The trees are seen as a way to minimise waste and support zoos during the Covid pandemic.

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Ukraine tensions: Biden and Putin phone call seeks 'diplomatic path'

The presidents of the US and Russia will speak again in a bid to de-escalate tensions over Ukraine.

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Russia orders regular health checks for foreigners

Business groups criticise a new law requiring mandatory fingerprinting, drug tests and STD checks.

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Boeing 737 Max: Indonesia lifts ban after 2018 Lion Air crash

The announcement came just a day after Ethiopian Airlines said it would resume 737 Max flights.

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Why Mauritius is losing its seashells

The beaches of the Indian Ocean island seem bereft of the beautiful shells popular with tourists.

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Biodiversity: The tale of the 'un-extinct' fish

A Mexican fish species has been "brought back from extinction" after a decades-long rescue mission.

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Music preview 2022: The biggest releases, tours and films

What will Britney do now she's free of her conservatorship, and who's releasing new music in 2022?

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The mystery of the home where the Queen was born

Where was the original site of the house where the Queen was born? And was it bombed in the war?

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Fighting to learn in Venezuela

Despite the country's continuing economic crisis, both pupils and teachers are determined to continue with schooling.

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Australia: Hundreds given false Covid results in Sydney lab error

At least 886 people were told they did not have Covid, when they in fact had tested positive.

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Paing Takhon: Myanmar celebrity gets three years jail for mass protests

Paing Takhon, who has millions of fans, took part in protests against a military coup.

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Covid: US halves isolation time for asymptomatic infection

The Centres for Disease Control (CDC) recommends five days isolation for asymptomatic Covid cases.

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Elon Musk criticised after China space complaint to UN

The SpaceX boss was attacked on Chinese social media after the complaint was made public.

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Ashes: Australia thrash feeble England to retain Ashes at Melbourne

England surrender the Ashes on the morning of the third day of the third Test as Australia crush them by an innings and 14 runs at the MCG.

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‘The doctors came and I had to tell my father he was dying’

Is it always appropriate for relatives to interpret for deaf loved ones?

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Crocodiles turn on humans amid Iran water crisis

The creatures are attacking as their habitats shrink, a grim side-effect of Iran's water shortages.

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The African nation aiming to be a hydrogen superpower

Namibia wants to use its abundance of sunshine and wind power to make and export hydrogen.

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What a Greek tragedy teaches us about modern migration

A production of Antigone seeks to overturn prejudices about Africans arriving in Sicily.

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83 movie: Reliving India’s epic cricket triumph

A Bollywood ode to India's 1983 cricket world cup win recreates one of the greatest upsets in sports history.

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Fear and loathing in South Africa where foreigners live in danger

Foreigners in South Africa tell photographer Shiraaz Mohamed how they cope with xenophobia and crime.

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Scott Marsh: Viral and controversial art of 'Australia's Banksy'

He uses quintessential Australian larrikinism to skewer politicians, climate sceptics and others.

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How this clip restored one man's dream of being a pilot

The story behind a face mask clip that restored a young man's dream of being a pilot.

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India's unwinnable battle against spitting

The pandemic briefly renewed efforts to curb an infamous Indian habit - spitting in public.

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My art channels the pain from Ethiopia's war

US-based Tigrayan artist Gabrielle Tesfaye uses her work to share her feelings over the civil war.

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'Leave it at the Cross': Former Lesbian Professor on What Changed Her Heart

A former professor of women's studies at Syracuse University recently shared her personal journey from lesbian feminist to Christ-follower.

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Oklahoma Sixth Grader Named 'Dual Hero' for Performing Brave Acts, Saved Two People in One Day

An 11-year-old Oklahoma boy was recognized by local law enforcement for helping a classmate who was choking and for rescuing a woman from a burning house - all in the same day.

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Desmond Tutu: Obama joins tributes to South Africa anti-apartheid hero

The former US president praises the churchman who helped end apartheid, after his death aged 90.

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Desmond Tutu death: South Africans remember anti-apartheid leader

The archbishop, who was a driving force in the anti-apartheid movement, has died aged 90.

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In pictures: The life of Archbishop Desmond Tutu

The first black archbishop of Cape Town, South Africa, was a much-loved figure around the world.

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Army Vet Pays Off at Least 677 People's Late Utility Bills, Bringing a Christmas Miracle to Many

A Florida man is getting attention for all the right reasons. U.S. Army veteran Mike Esmond has donated tens of thousands of dollars to help pay off at least 677 account balances this year alone.

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Israeli 'psychic' Uri Geller still baffling fans at 75

Now wowing visitors at his museum, the famous spoon bender recalls his rise from poverty to stardom.

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Love story sends TV fans in search of idyllic Alps

Crash Landing On You has been a big hit and now fans are travelling to the filming locations.

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Letter from Africa: Why Kenya's taxman is eyeing social media

Socialites are becoming wary of what they post online in case Kenya's revenue authority comes calling.

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The Chinese mother backing bigger families

Chen Ting is a mother of three and businesswoman who encourages other women to have more children.

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Why a former oil executive is capping abandoned wells

Around the US, an estimated three million oil wells have been abandoned. They're more dangerous than we think.

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Surfer killed in apparent shark attack in California

Beachgoers in Morro Bay area are ordered to stay out of the water after an accident on Christmas Eve.

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SA urges halt to Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison cell key auction

Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first black president, spent 18 years in a tiny cell on Robben Island.

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In pictures: World celebrates Christmas

For the second year running, fewer people are attending festive events because of the Covid outbreak.

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Climate change: Lapland reindeer gone astray in search for food

Herders are struggling to find thousands of reindeer that have run away in search of food.

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No time for war: Russians see no chance of conflict

With rhetoric becoming harsh and fears of an invasion growing, Muscovites give their views on the crisis.

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Art: 'People amazed I fold paper for a living, then they see it'

Artist Polly Verity loves the look and feel of paper and has been "lost in its landscape" for years.

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French zoo closed temporarily after pack of nine wolves escape

No people were injured during the incident, but the wolf pack was killed due to safety concerns.

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'Let's go, Brandon': Caller pranks Biden at White House event

A father from Oregon uttered a term that is code for an obscenity directed at the president.

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Police stray bullet kills teen in LA store's dressing room

The teenager was in a changing room with her mother trying on dresses for her 15th birthday party.

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Chris Noth: Fourth woman accuses Sex and the City actor of assault

US singer Lisa Gentile alleges the Sex and the City actor groped her in a New York apartment in 2002.

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Georgia: The rise of the right

LGBT activists cancelled Tbilisi Pride this year after violence from far-right protesters.

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Daunte Wright shooting: Key moments in the trial of Kimberly Potter

The trial saw emotional testimonies and dramatic bodycam footage of the fatal shooting.

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Covid: Ecuador makes vaccination mandatory for most citizens

All those from the age of five must be jabbed, although people with medical reasons are exempt.

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Kim Potter Guilty of Manslaughter in Daunte Wright Death

Jurors on Thursday convicted a suburban Minneapolis police officer of two manslaughter charges in the killing of Daunte Wright, a Black motorist she shot during a traffic stop after she said she confused her gun for her Taser.

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Daunte Wright death: US 'Taser mixup' ex-officer guilty of manslaughter

The April shooting led to days of demonstrations against police killings of black men.

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James Franco: I'll admit, I did sleep with students... and that was wrong

The actor speaks about his past "consensual" relationships with students from his acting school.

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Gay Santa ad highlights big shift in Norwegian society

The ad showing Father Christmas kissing a man highlights 50 years of changes in Norwegian LGBT rights.

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Kashmir fury at India's plan to redraw voting map

Kashmiris fear India's draft proposal to redraw constituency lines will limit their choice of leader.

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Is this the world's largest virtual fashion show?

Asia's biggest metaverse - an intricate world populated by young women shopping for avatar outfits.

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How this iconic Manhattan newsstand survived the Covid pandemic

Since 1994, Casa Magazines in New York City has carried almost 3,000 unique magazine titles.

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Protecting Female Abuse Victims: Federal Court Rules Anchorage Cannot Force Christian Women's Shelter to Admit Trans Males

After a lengthy court battle, a federal judge ruled that the city of Anchorage cannot force a faith-based women's shelter to accept trans-identified biological males.

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Pillar of Shame: Hong Kong's Tiananmen Square statue removed

Workers at the University of Hong Kong dismantle the sculpture commemorating the 1989 massacre.

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Spain to require masks outdoors amid Covid surge

As the Omicron variant spreads around Europe, countries tighten restrictions to brace for another wave.

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California Health Care Workers Required to Get COVID Booster Shot, Despite Low Hospitalization Rate

California is requiring health care workers to get booster shots with the goal of making sure hospitals are prepared for a forecasted surge in COVID cases.

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Roman-era 'Good Shepherd' ring found off Israel in ancient shipwreck

Israeli archaeologists discover a Roman-era gold ring bearing an early Christian depiction of Jesus.

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Covid Omicron: Variant will push Europe hospitals towards brink, says WHO

The UN health body's Europe head says another storm is coming, as countries brace for a surge in cases.

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Hungary's Viktor Orban to defy EU over immigration law

PM Viktor Orban vows to stick by an asylum law the European Union's top court deemed illegal.

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OnlyFans founder is making way for firm's marketing chief

The founder of the content subscription site is stepping aside to focus on new endeavours.

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Is Russia preparing to invade Ukraine? And other questions

What you need to know about Russia's troop build-up along Ukraine's borders.

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Franklin Graham & Samaritan's Purse Serving Christmas Eve Lunch to Kentucky Tornado Survivors

Franklin Graham and the Samaritan's Purse ministry will serve a traditional roast turkey and baked ham Christmas meal on Christmas Eve to the hurting community of Mayfield, Kentucky. 

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Malaysia hit by the worst floods in decades

At least 14 people have died and tens of thousands evacuated their homes after torrential rain.

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'I Just Decided To Do It': 86-Year-Old Woman Faces Her Fear of Water, Finally Baptized at Church

An 86-year-old Virginia woman overcame her fear of water so she could be baptized at church, showing others that it's never too late to receive the Holy Spirit. 

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Madagascar: Minister 'swims for 12 hours' after helicopter crashes at sea

The Madagascar police minister was part of a team looking for survivors after a boat accident.

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'My Steps Are Sure': Miss Florida Talks Faith, Overcoming Bullying, and Living for a Higher Purpose

Ashley Cariño may be a model and a reigning beauty pageant queen, but she tells CBN's the PrayerLink life isn't just about beauty and pageantry. It's about serving God, overcoming challenges, and living for a higher purpose.

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Saudi-led coalition forces target Yemeni airport in air strike

Saudi state media claimed that UN aid workers were warned to leave the airport ahead of the strike.

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Covid: An event cancelled is better than a life cancelled - WHO chief

The head of the World Health Organization calls for "difficult decisions" to be made over festive plans.

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'The Birthday of the Nation Is Linked with the Birthday of the Savior': Christmas and the Faith of America's First Leaders

It's hard to imagine the Christmas season without evergreen trees, decorations, lights, stockings, Santa Claus, Christmas cards, and stacks of gifts for family and friends. Today, most Americans take these traditions for granted. Even though the new nation did not celebrate Christmas as we do, the men who were the founders and early leaders of the United States celebrated Christmas with their families and also wrote extensively about their faith in God and Jesus Christ, his son. 

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Elon Musk says he'll be paying $11bn in tax this year

The Tesla founder and world's richest person has been involved in a public spat over his tax bill.

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Young pupils allegedly forced to re-enact Holocaust in Washington school

An investigation is underway regarding the alleged incident involving young pupils in Washington DC.

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Religious Groups Seek Emergency Supreme Court Relief From Biden's 'Authoritarian' Vaccine Mandate

Religious groups are petitioning the Supreme Court for relief from President Biden's COVID vaccine mandate on non-government organizations, which is now due to take effect in two weeks.

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Chile election: Laser shone at Gabriel Boric during victory speech

The bouncing green light did not seem to faze Gabriel Boric as he spoke to supporters in Santiago.

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Sudan coup: Protesters flee tear gas in Khartoum on uprising anniversary

It's three years since the overthrow of the country's long-term President Omar al-Bashir.

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Tortured to death: Myanmar mass killings revealed

A BBC investigation finds evidence Myanmar's military killed 40 villagers in July, torturing some to death.

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Iran execution of Heidar Ghorbani sparks rare anti-government protest

The death sentence handed to Kurdish man Heidar Ghorbani was viewed by rights groups as political.

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Il Divo singer Carlos Marin dies aged 53

The Spanish singer is remembered by other members of the group for his unique voice and spirit.

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Senator Joe Manchin threatens to sink signature Biden bill

Democrat Joe Manchin throws the Build Back Better Act into jeopardy, saying he will not vote for it.

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Covid: Christmas travel will fuel spread of Omicron, US expert warns

The US infectious disease expert says the Covid-19 variant will spread - even among the vaccinated.

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Liz Truss replaces Lord Frost in post-Brexit talks

The foreign secretary will become the UK's lead negotiator with the EU over the Northern Ireland Protocol.

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'I Felt the Nudge of the Holy Spirit': Pastor Camping Out in Frigid Cold for 100 Days Shows True Power of Listening to God

Pastor Corey Brooks is spending the next few months camping out atop a building on Chicago’s South Side, braving the frigid, unforgiving air and foregoing the comforts of his home — all for an incredible cause.

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Covid: Dutch go into Christmas lockdown over Omicron wave

Non-essential shops, schools, bars and other public venues have been closed until at least 14 January.

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Philippines Super Typhoon Rai: Death toll reaches 75

With communications systems down, authorities say the scale of the storm's destruction is unclear.

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BBC Bitcoin mining report used in crypto-scam

The BBC’s Silicon Valley correspondent investigates how his report was used to steal life savings.

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Chileans divided ahead of presidential run-off

The election, set to be the most polarised in decades, pits a far-right candidate against a leftist.

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Migrant crossings: More than 900 cross Channel in two days

Nearly 28,000 people have now crossed from France to England in small boats this year.

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UK troops will not be deployed to Ukraine to defend against Russia

Britain's defence secretary says this is because Ukraine is not a member of the Nato military alliance.

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'Folks Doing What They Can': KY Church Runs Out of Boxes After Receiving Abundance of Donations for Tornado Victims

Residents in Mayfield, Kentucky are still struggling with the aftermath of devastating tornadoes that tore through the area on December 10. 

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Sports Personality 2021: Simone Biles honoured with Lifetime Achievement award

American gymnast Simone Biles has been honoured with BBC Sports Personality of the Year's Lifetime Achievement award.

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A Biblical 'Wandering Star'? Christmas Comet Makes Last Appearance in Our Solar System

Thursday night, right before Christmas, set your eyes on the skies to see something that astronomers say will never pass this way again. 

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Kim Potter: 'Taser mix-up' ex-officer weeps in manslaughter testimony

Kim Potter testified at her manslaughter trial about the "chaotic" fatal shooting of Daunte Wright.

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Kentucky Church Building Destroyed in Tornado, but Special 'Last Supper' Communion Table Survives

A communion table featuring Michelangelo's "The Last Supper" was spared even though the rest of a Mayfield, Kentucky church building was badly damaged when a tornadic storm struck the community on Dec. 10, killing eight people. 

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Son's tribute to 'bawdy, fertile matriarch' goes viral

A son's colourful tribute to his mother, Renay Mandel Corren, has been shared widely on social media.

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Twitter Suspends Pro-Family Think Tank Leader for Opposing 'Surgical Mutilation of Children' with Gender Confusion

Social media giant Twitter suspended the account of a policy director at a pro-family think tank late Tuesday for calling on state governors to "prohibit the chemical castration and surgical mutilation of children with gender dysphoria."

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TikTok says US school shooting threats not credible

Security around some US schools is stepped up in response to supposed violent threats going viral.

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Sens. Cruz, Cotton, Braun Sponsor New Taylor Force Act to Target Palestinian 'Pay for Slay' Terror Payouts

U.S. Sens. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), along with 11 of their fellow senators, have introduced the Taylor Force Martyr Payment Prevention Act, legislation aimed at eliminating Palestinian "martyr payments." 

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RAF Typhoon jet shoots down 'small hostile drone' in Syria

It is the first time the RAF has shot down enemy aircraft since the Falklands nearly 40 years ago.

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'A David and Goliath Scenario': CA Church Still in Court After County Slapped Them with $2.8M in COVID Fines

Santa Clara County, California is still defying a U.S. Supreme Court ruling, targeting a San Jose church and its pastor with massive fines for holding church services in 2020 during the pandemic. 

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Haiti kidnappers release remaining missionaries

The missionaries from the US and Canada were abducted in mid-October by a powerful crime gang.

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Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Defence attorneys begin arguments

A spokesperson for Ms Maxwell said on Wednesday she is "too fragile" to testify in her own defence.

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Philadelphia School District Allows Kids to Go 'Non-binary' Without Parental Consent

A Philadelphia school district has announced it will allow students to pick their gender identity and name on virtual education platforms without needing parents' consent. 

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Australian school children injured in jumping castle fall

Police say several children fell from a 10m height after strong winds lifted the float into the air.

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'If you eat here, you're dining with rats'

Some New Yorkers are cooling on the craze for street-side restaurant sheds, due to noise and vermin.

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Kenyans find rural lifeline after Covid city exodus

The coronavirus pandemic has forced some city dwellers to move back to the countryside to survive.

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Usain Bolt: Mario Kart helped me become Olympic champion

Usain Bolt's been talking to BBC Sounds podcast Press X to Continue

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Inside the fight for Bangladesh's independence

The author of the Bangladesh constitution on working with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman

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Dutch MP ordered to delete Covid Holocaust social media posts

Thierry Baudet is ordered by a court to delete social media posts comparing the unvaccinated to Jews.

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Bird songs bump stars off Australian music chart

Debuting in the top 5, the album featuring endangered birds is above Justin Bieber and Abba.

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What's behind suicides by thousands of Indian housewives?

Indian women make up 36% of all global suicides in the 15 to 39 years age group.

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Afghanistan: What humanitarian aid is getting in?

Millions of people are at risk of starvation as a result of harsh winter conditions and economic collapse.

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The teenagers and the nun trying to stop an Australian coal mine

Eight teenagers won a milestone environmental court case in Australia, but the result was appealed.

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A Silent Night at the Museum: For KING & COUNTRY and The Chosen Join Museum of the Bible for Christmas Special

The Museum of the Bible and Grammy-award-winning Australian duo for KING & COUNTRY, led by brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone, have teamed up to share a classic Christmas story that offers viewers an exciting cinematic experience.

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Logic's 1-800-273-8255 led to call surge to suicide line, study suggests

Researchers found that the rapper's 1-800-273-8255 increased calls to the helpline it was named after.

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bell hooks; Author and feminist dies aged 69

Her niece confirmed the writer died on Wednesday "surrounded by her family and friends".

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'We Must Gather in Unity': Sean Feucht Launching 'Awaken America' Revival Tour in Miami on NYE

Praise leader Sean Feucht's "Let Us Worship" tour brought hope to so many Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic as the world struggled with restrictions, isolation, and loneliness.

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Covid: Omicron probably in most countries, WHO says

The heavily mutated coronavirus variant is spreading at an unprecedented rate, the WHO's head warns.

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Malta becomes first EU nation to legalise cannabis

The landmark move is expected to be followed by more European countries.

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Kentucky tornadoes: I spent my 40th birthday trapped under rubble

Kyanna Parsons-Perez never imagined that her 40th birthday would be spent pinned to the floor of the Mayfield candle factory.

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Russia told to pay compensation to woman whose hands were cut off

Europe's top human rights court says authorities failed to protect her against domestic violence.

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'Jesus Would Be in the Greek System': InterVarsity's Greek Life Ministry Helps Lead Students to Christ

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA, one of the largest evangelical college campus ministries in the country, is helping Greek Life students approach pledging, community and accountability from a Christian perspective.

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Phillip Adams: Ex-NFL player who shot six dead had CTE brain disease

US footballer Phillip Adams' brain showed evidence of damage linked to repeated head trauma.

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Larry Nassar abuse survivors to receive $380m settlement

Hundreds of women abused by the ex-US gymnastics team doctor reach a settlement with USA Gymnastics.

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USA Gymnastics, USOPC Reach $380M Settlement With Victims

The legal wrangling between USA Gymnastics and the victims of sexual abuse by former national team doctor Larry Nassar, among others, is over.

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Canada apologises for 'scourge' of military sexual misconduct

Eleven of Canada's top brass have been removed from their posts in connection with sexual misconduct.

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Koffi Olomidé cleared of rape but convicted of holding dancers

A French court clears Koffi Olomidé of rape but convicts him of holding four dancers against their will.

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'Such a Cloud Over Everything': Second UPenn Female Swimmer Speaks Out Against 'Lack of Fairness' with Transgender Teammate

The University of Pennsylvania's transgender swimmer Lia Thomas is continuing to break female swim records during competitions despite rising tensions among teammates.

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Harry Dunn crash: Anne Sacoolas to face Westminster magistrates

Mrs Sacoolas returned to the US after diplomatic immunity was asserted on her behalf.

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Nicaragua receives China vaccines after cutting ties with Taiwan

The Central American nation cut all diplomatic ties with Taiwan last week in favour of China relations.

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Vladimir Putin: I moonlighted as a taxi driver in the 1990s

Russia's president says he had to top up his income during economic troubles when the USSR collapsed.

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Black Axe: Leaked documents shine spotlight on secretive Nigerian gang

Documents suggest the feared 'cult' has infiltrated Nigerian politics and launched a global fraud operation.

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The ultra-violent cult that became a global mafia

A BBC investigation into Black Axe has unearthed new evidence of political infiltration, and a scamming and killing operation spanning the globe.

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France resists US challenge to its values

The government is fighting back at what it sees as imported cultural ideas from the UK and US.

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Omicron: India aims to avoid 'pandemic roulette'

A virology institute boss says India will see a third wave "depending on how warmly we invite it".

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Howard University: Why these students slept out in tents on campus for weeks

After reports of mould and rodents in dorms, protesters at Howard University took over a campus building.

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Indian police 'foil man's attempt to fake death'

Officers say he murdered another man to try to fake his own death to avoid being returned to prison.

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FL Sen. Marco Rubio Announces Bill to Stop Federal Funding to Cities Allowing Non-Citizens to Vote

Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) announced Friday that he plans to introduce legislation to withhold federal funds from cities that permit people who are not citizens to vote. His move came just one day after the New York City Council voted to give non-citizens the right to vote in local elections.

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Verstappen wins F1 world title, Mercedes protest

Red Bull's Max Verstappen wins his first Formula 1 world title in dramatic circumstances at the season finale in Abu Dhabi.

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'Seconds Matter': Nail-Biting Bodycam Video Captures Quick-Thinking Cops Rescuing Driver From Car 'Engulfed in Flames'

The New York Police Department (NYPD) released nail-biting video footage Tuesday showing officers scrambling to rescue an individual trapped in a vehicle overtaken by flames.

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Indian PM Modi's Twitter hacked with bitcoin tweet

The Indian prime minister's account had a message stating that bitcoin would be distributed to citizens.

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Kentucky tornadoes: Biden reaches out to affected US states

He promises the government will do all it can to help, as the death toll is expected to pass 100.

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Covid in Austria: Mass protest in Vienna against measures

Austria has become the first country in the EU to make vaccinations mandatory, from February.

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Mexico truck crash: 'I woke up 50 metres from the truck'

A survivor of a crash that killed 54 speaks to the BBC about the people who did not survive.

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Kentucky hit by 'worst ever tornadoes'

More than 70 people died in Kentucky in Friday night's storms, including dozens in a candle factory, and the death toll is expected to rise above 100.

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ICYMI: Scuba-diving Santa and other festive moments

Why has Father Christmas swapped his sleigh for diving gear and skis this week?

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Biden: US will do whatever is needed to help Tornado victims

US president Joe Biden speaks to the country after states have been hit by deadly tornadoes.

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Alan Shepard: Bezos space company sends first US astronaut's daughter to space

Laura Shepard Churchley's father, Alan, became the first American in space in 1961.

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Plumber Receives $20,000 Reward for Turning in Large Sum of Money Found Inside Walls of Lakewood Church

The plumber who found $600,000 inside the walls of Pastor Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston recently received a $20,000 reward for choosing to report his findings.

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The Public Is Being Primed To Feel Groovy About Psychedelic Drugs

Right now, there is a concerted effort to change the American public's attitude towards psychedelic drugs.

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Albert Benaiges: Ex-Barcelona academy chief faces sex abuse claims

The allegations against Albert Benaiges date back to his time as a teacher in the 1980s and 90s.

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Ghislaine Maxwell prosecutors rest their case

Prosecutors have said Ms Maxwell ran "a pyramid scheme of abuse" with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

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NYC Council Gives Non-Citizens Right to Vote, a 'Slap in the Face' to Immigrants Who Earned Citizenship

The New York City Council voted Thursday to give non-citizens the right to vote in local elections.

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Indonesia volcano: Volunteers struggle to recover the dead, metres deep in ash and mud

The effort to recover bodies is continuing in Indonesia, after the eruption of Mount Semeru last week.

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In Times of Deep Political Divide in D.C., One Ministry Dedicated to Bringing 'Hope to the Hill'

In this time of deep division in our country, there can be a tendency to sense there's no hope in Washington, D.C. However, one ministry is working hard to defeat that feeling. Their mission is simple – provide prayer and pastoral support for all those God has put in office.   

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Mexico truck crash: 'There are so many dead'

At least 54 people have been killed, and scores more injured, after a truck rolled in southern Mexico.

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Nobel Peace Prize: Maria Ressa attacks social media 'toxic sludge'

Philippine journalist Maria Ressa accuses internet sites of using a "God-like power" to sow division.

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Astroworld: Travis Scott says he was unaware fans were hurt

The US rapper says he only discovered the impact of a deadly crowd surge after the festival in Texas.

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US-led coalition against IS ends combat mission in Iraq

Troops will remain to "advise, assist and enable" Iraqi security forces to stop a resurgence of IS.

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Bob Dole Lying in State in Capitol Rotunda: 'America Has Lost One of Our Greatest Patriots'

America began bidding farewell to former Kansas Republican Sen. Bob Dole Thursday while his body lay in state in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda.

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How a Russian invasion of Ukraine could spill over into Europe

A senior Western intel official warns war would have far-reaching consequences on the continent.

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Iowa Pays $1.9M for Violating Religious Liberty, Free Speech Rights of University Christian Clubs

A state panel agreed Monday to spend nearly $2 million to settle two federal lawsuits brought against the University of Iowa in 2017 for kicking some Christian groups off campus.

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Reality TV’s Josh Duggar Convicted of Child Porn Possession

Former reality TV star Josh Duggar was immediately taken into custody Thursday after a federal jury convicted him of downloading and possessing child pornography.

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UK and Canada join diplomatic boycott of China Winter Olympics

The two nations say their diplomats will not attend the games, citing Chinese human rights abuses.

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Smollett Case Goes to Jury, Watchdog Notes News Media Giving Little Coverage to Story They Once Championed

A prosecutor told jurors Wednesday there is “overwhelming evidence" that former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett staged an alleged racist, anti-gay attack against himself in downtown Chicago for publicity, then lied to police about it. Meanwhile, Newsbusters reports ABC News is trying to get its viewers to forget their coverage of Smollett's claims that a MAGA-loving mob assaulted him on a frigid Chicago night.  Now at the height of his trial, the media watchdog says ABC is attempting to bury the story.

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Elizabeth Holmes testifies she 'never' misled investors

Holmes' defence team rested their case after seven days of testimony from the Theranos founder.

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Robert E Lee: Confederate general statue to be turned into art

The statue was at the centre of a white nationalist rally in 2017, which led to the death of a woman.

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'It Gives You Hope': 'Keys 2 Work' Teaches Indiana Ex-Offenders, Homeless Life-Changing Job Skills

One Indiana organization is helping the homeless and former inmates find stable employment so they can become a part of their community again.

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Church Vandalism on the Rise Nationwide as Lancaster Church Defaced with '666' Messaging

A church's property in Lancaster, PA was defaced by vandals who used chalk to write satanic messaging last Friday. 

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Will Women Be Forced into Military Draft One Day? GOP Celebrates as Dems Finally Drop Idea for Now

Women will not be required to register for the military draft after Congress finally dropped that provision from the National Defense Authorization Act on Monday. The Senate is likely to vote on this next week.  

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US father fired on Zoom describes 'callous' call

Dad of five Christian was one of 900 Better.com employees laid-off on a Zoom call, weeks before Christmas.

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Bitcoin 'founder' to keep 1m Bitcoin cache

A jury decided Craig Wright, who says he created the cryptocurrency, can retain bitcoin worth billions of dollars.

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Chile same-sex marriage: Law overwhelmingly approved by parliament

A law allowing same-sex marriage is approved in the historically Catholic Latin American country.

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Amazon services down for thousands of users

Customers of the e-commerce giant report problems with shopping services, Prime Video and Alexa.

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UPenn Transgender Athlete Dominates Women's Swimming, Sparks Outrage After Destroying Records

A transgender swimmer who previously competed as a man at the University of Pennsylvania has sparked new outrage about fairness in women's sports after destroying women's swim records at the school and the Ivy League.

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Peter Foster: Australian conman caught after six-month manhunt

Peter Foster was declared a fugitive six months ago after allegedly skipping bail on fraud charges.

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Western leaders urge Russia to lower Ukraine tensions

The US and its European allies urge Moscow to de-escalate, amid fears it could invade Ukraine.

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Emmett Till: US closes investigation without charges

The justice department says there is "insufficient evidence" to back a writer's claim a witness lied.

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Rohingya sue Facebook for £150bn over Myanmar hate speech

The social media giant is accused of fuelling violence against the persecuted minority in Myanmar.

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Amalia: The heir to the Dutch throne keeps it normal at 18

Princess Amalia had an ordinary childhood and wants her life to continue that way.

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'I had to move across America when I became allergic to the sun'

After experiencing an unusual allergic reaction, Carrie moves across America to escape the sun.

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Hong Kong Covid: The Cathay pilots stuck in 'perpetual quarantine'

One Cathay Pacific pilot said he had spent almost 150 days in quarantine this year alone.

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David Gulpilil: Profound legacy of a trailblazing Aboriginal actor

A trailblazing figure with a 50-year career, he helped vastly improve cultural representations.

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Helping trans people escape death in their home countries

Iman Le Caire made it her mission to help other trans people flee persecution in hostile countries.

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'I want Afghan women to be free to wear colour'

Fashion icon Halima Aden and Afghan tutor Aliya Kazimy write to each other about the importance of choice.

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Juan Jose Florian: Colombia's Para-cycling 'superhero' and his dramatic life story

Juan Jose Florian was forced into armed conflict on the opposite side to family. When a bomb nearly killed him, sport helped heal.

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Chicago Public Schools Banishing Sex-Specific Bathrooms to 'Increase Gender Equity'

In the name of “gender equity,” the Chicago Public Schools system is doing away with boys’ and girls’ bathrooms, opting instead for gender-neutral restrooms.

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Jussie Smollett testifies at trial: 'There was no hoax'

Jussie Smollett says a "massive" man in a ski mask attacked him after shouting slurs in Chicago.

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Rebel Wilson on weight loss: I know what it’s like to be invisible

The actress, producer and director opens up about her weight loss, in an exclusive BBC interview.

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Mahbouba Seraj: Afghanistan is a country in trouble

Mahbouba Seraj is a prominent Afghan women’s rights activist. She has a personal message for the Taliban.

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Ghislaine Maxwell 'gave schoolgirl outfit to Epstein victim'

An accuser says the socialite suggested she dress up to serve tea to paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

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'The Real Meaning of Christmas': Sisters Celebrate 5 Million Acts of Kindness with 'The Giving Manger'

Christmas is a season filled with joy, hope, and love as Christians around the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. 

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Indonesia volcano: 'The volcano destroyed our houses - we need help'

Watch this video to see how two survivors' lives have been impacted by Mt Semeru's eruption in Indonesia.

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'Job-Killing Mandate': NYC Goes Full Bore with Vax Mandate for all Private Employees and Vax Passports for Kids

Even though federal courts have put President Joe Biden's federal private employer mandate on hold, New York's outgoing mayor has announced his own mandate for private employers, along with vaccine passports that even include children. 

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US diplomats to boycott 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

The White House says no US diplomats will attend the games in China, over human rights concerns.

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Amid shortage, Canada taps into emergency maple syrup reserves

The Canadian province of Quebec produces 70% of the world's maple syrup supply.

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US boss fires 900 employees over Zoom

"Last time I did this I cried," said the head of the online mortgage lender laying off 15% of his staff.

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Major School Choice Case Comes to Supreme Court as Maine Families Fight for Religious Freedom

On Wednesday, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a potential landmark case challenging a Maine law that prohibits parents from using a state student-aid program if they choose to send their children to faith-based schools. 

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Covid: UK red list criticised as 'travel apartheid' by Nigeria

Nigeria - which was added to the red list on Monday - describes the restrictions as "selective".

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Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler pick up Kennedy Center Honors

The legendary Canadian singer makes a rare public appearance at a ceremony hosted by Joe Biden.

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Eric Zemmour: Far-right French presidential candidate grabbed at rally

A man grabs Eric Zemmour by the neck at the far-right presidential candidate's first rally.

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Aung San Suu Kyi: Myanmar court sentences ousted leader to four years jail

This is the first verdict delivered for the ex-leader, who faces a total of 11 charges.

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FARC: Colombian rebel commander 'El Paisa' killed in Venezuela

The feared ex-Farc commander had become notorious for his bloody guerrilla attacks and kidnappings.

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Pakistan: Brutal mob killing of Sri Lankan sparks protests

More than 100 have been arrested over the lynching of a Sri Lankan man accused of insulting Islam.

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Dalio: Comments on China's human rights misunderstood

Last month, JP Morgan's Jamie Dimon apologised for comments he made about the Chinese Communist Party.

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Climate change: Is ‘blue hydrogen’ Japan’s answer to coal?

The Fukushima disaster turned Japan away from nuclear. A new energy source may help it quit coal.

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Tennis governing body to keep playing in China

The ITF says it has not followed the WTA in suspending tournaments in China because it "does not want to punish a billion people".

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Putin in India: What Russian president's visit means for world politics

Russia and India ties are facing challenges from fast-changing geopolitics in Asia and beyond.

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The tech helping shops - and Santa - deliver this Christmas

A number of tech solutions are out there to help retailers optimise sending out our presents.

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Covid in Uganda: The man whose children may never return to school

The 20-month school closure in Uganda could have a long-term impact on many lives there.

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Thomas Massie: US Congressman condemned for Christmas guns photo

The image shows Thomas Massie and his family holding firearms days after a deadly school shooting.

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The Palestinian jailbreak that rocked Israel

The search for six Palestinian fugitives from an Israeli prison unearths a story of dispossession, violence and bitter division in a fractured region.

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James Webb Space Telescope scientist: 'It's the future of astrophysics'

The James Webb Space Telescope is expected to be 100 times more powerful than the Hubble.

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How Lebanon's economic problems could leave Sara blind

Lebanon stopped has stopped subsidising many medical expenses, which leaves poorer patients in danger.

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Gambia elections: Adama Barrow declared presidential election winner

The electoral commission names Adama Barrow the winner despite his opponents questioning the vote.

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Bob Dole: Biden leads tributes to a 'dear friend'

Tributes have been paid across the US political divide to the late Republican leader Bob Dole.

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Indonesia volcano: Villages buried under hot ash

Rescuers are searching for survivors after Mt Semeru erupted in eastern Java on Saturday.

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Trump social media firm says it has raised $1bn

The former US president is working to launch a social media app called Truth Social early next year.

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'I Pray Every Day': Chicago Pastor Camps Outside for 100 Days to End Violence, Raising $30 Million for Resource Center

One Chicago pastor is taking a stand against crime by participating in a 100-day camp out to end gun violence. 

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'A Really Blessed Pregnancy': 50-Year-Old Mother Gives Birth to 'Miracle Baby'

Fifty-year-old Susie Troxler is opening up about her “blessed pregnancy” after giving birth to her first child.

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Former Presidential Candidate, Longtime GOP Senator Bob Dole Dies at 98

Bob Dole, who overcame disabling war wounds to become a sharp-tongued Senate leader from Kansas, a Republican presidential candidate and then a symbol and celebrant of his dwindling generation of World War II veterans, has died. He was 98. 

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Veteran Republican leader Bob Dole dies

Long-serving senator, who recovered from terrible injuries to run for president, dies at 98

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'We're Trying to Create a Cultural Movement Around Faith': Bible App 'Glorify' Receives $40 Million in Funding

Glorify, a Bible app that makes it easier for Christians to connect with God on a daily basis, received $40 million in funding and its popularity continues to grow. 

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Military truck rams into group of Myanmar protesters in Yangon

Several people have been injured during a demonstration against the country's military rulers.

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French climber handed Mont Blanc gems after 2013 find

The stones are believed to be from an Air India plane which crashed into the mountain in 1966.

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Pope condemns treatment of migrants in Europe

Visiting a camp in Greece, Francis calls the neglect of migrants the "shipwreck of civilisation".

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India Nagaland: Security forces kill 13 civilians amid ambush blunder

Home Minister Amit Shah expresses "anguish" after troops fire on miners in the country's north-east.

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Afghanistan: Taliban warned against targeting former security forces

US and allies "deeply concerned" about human rights abuses against former Afghan security forces.

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Chris Cuomo: CNN fires presenter over help he gave politician brother

The star TV presenter is sacked over efforts to help his brother defend sexual harassment claims.

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Why France faces so much anger in West Africa

Despite engaging better with the African continent recently, the ex-colonial power faces a backlash.

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Pacific Ocean garbage patch is immense plastic habitat

Researchers discover coastal species living on debris miles from their natural surroundings.

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Mandatory vaccinations: Three reasons for and against

Blanket vaccination mandates are on the agenda but do they work and what are their costs?

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South Africa: The rape survivor who convicts rapists

Rape survivor Sgt Catherine Tladi has secured several convictions for rape in South Africa's courts.

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'I Have Never Seen Anything Like It': Cops Assumed the Worst When They Saw Insane Crash, Then a Real-Life Miracle Unfolded

It’s been said that a picture can say a thousand words, but one Washington cop found himself totally speechless when he saw images of a recent accident — photos that showed a car bent in half and completely crushed.

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Biden and Putin to hold call amid Ukraine invasion fears

The US and Russian leaders will discuss Ukraine amid mounting concerns about a possible Russian invasion.

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Indonesia volcano: Residents flee as Mt Semeru spews huge ash cloud

Airlines have been warned about a plume of ash rising 15,000m (50,000ft) from Mt Semeru in Java.

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Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Key moments from the first week

The socialite is accused of grooming girls for abuse by late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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Michigan school shooting: Reward offered to find suspect's parents

US Marshals say the Michigan couple's son killed four students with the father's handgun.

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Russia Ukraine: Biden warns Russia against Ukraine 'red lines'

Intelligence officials fear Russia could invade Ukraine as soon as early 2022, US media reports.

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Mali: Dozens of civilians killed after militants attack bus

More than 30 people are killed after gunmen attack a bus travelling to a market.

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MH370: Could missing Malaysian Airlines plane finally be found?

A British engineer believes he may help solve one of the world's greatest aviation mysteries.

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Bolsonaro: Brazilian Supreme Court opens investigation into vaccine comments

Brazil's president will face a Supreme Court inquiry for his falsehood about Covid-19 jabs and Aids.

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Ready for power: Team Scholz promises a new Germany

Next week will see a handover of power from the Merkel era and this is what to expect.

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Rare turtle washes up 4,000 miles from home

Tally the Turtle is recovering in a UK zoo awaiting a flight back to the warm waters of Mexico.

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Parag Agrawal: Why Indian-born CEOs dominate Silicon Valley

Parag Agrawal, Twitter's new CEO, is the latest of several Indian-Americans leading global tech firms.

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Why Ugandan troops have entered DR Congo - again

Previous incursions have led to accusations of looting and abuse, so will it be different this time?

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Saudi Arabia Grand Prix: A race for equal rights

As F1 races in Saudi Arabia, can it be a positive thing for female and LGBT rights?

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Ros Atkins on… America’s abortion divide

How abortion rights in the US look likely to be changed by a conservative majority Supreme Court.

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Parents of Michigan Boy Charged in Oxford School Shooting

A prosecutor filed involuntary manslaughter charges Friday against the parents of a teen accused of killing four students at a Michigan high school, saying they failed to intervene on the day of the tragedy despite being confronted with a drawing and chilling message — “blood everywhere” — that was found at the boy’s desk.

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Murky Jobs Report Conveys Mixed Signals About Economy as Holiday Season Approaches

A lackluster jobs report shows another unimpressive increase amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. 

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‘It Was Just Unbelievable!’: Plumber Discovers Hundreds of Envelopes of Money in Walls of Joel Osteen’s Church

Christmas has come early for Lakewood Church, the Houston-based congregation led by Pastor Joel Osteen.

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As U.S. Invests in Clean Energy, There's a Big Problem: China Controls the Supply Chain

America's clean energy transition is underway, bolstered by money in the new infrastructure bill. Over the next decade, consumers will start to see options to power their homes, businesses, and even vehicles through renewable resources. 

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TN Children's Charity Sues Biden Admin for Trying to Force Them to Violate Their Christian Beliefs

A Tennessee Christian children's charity has filed a federal lawsuit against the Biden administration after it took steps to force non-profits to violate their religious beliefs or lose needed funding.

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Covid-19: Ireland closes nightclubs and tightens Covid rules

Taoiseach Micheál Martin announces a number of new restrictions in a televised address.

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'Sorcery' Most Popular Search for 2021 on Bible Gateway? The Answer Is One Word and It's Not 'Witchcraft'

The content manager of the Bible Gateway, an online search engine for the entire Bible, has revealed users searched for the words "sorceries" and "sorcery" in the Scriptures more than any other term in 2021.  

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Virginia School District Tries Recruiting Teachers to Transport Students Due to Bus Driver Shortage

Public schools across the country are not only facing a staff shortage within school buildings, but school bus drivers are also harder to find.  Many say it's a problem that existed before COVID-19 but has only gotten worse. Like many districts Chesapeake is getting creative in trying to fill the driver gap, including recruiting teachers to transport students before and after class.  

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Ethiopia closes schools to boost civil war effort

The government wants secondary school students to harvest crops to help frontline fighters.

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Salvation Army Responds to 'CRT' Criticism: 'The Mission of the Salvation Army Is to Preach the Gospel of Jesus'

The Salvation Army is trying to move forward with its Christmas campaign after responding to accusations that it promoted "Critical Race Theory" in training material.

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Biden blasted for reviving Trump's Remain in Mexico policy

Activists warn restoring 'Remain in Mexico' at the border will result in "torture, rape, and death".

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China app giant Didi plans US stock market exit in move to Hong Kong

The move comes after the company came under intense scrutiny from regulators in the US and China.

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Ride hailing app Grab falls in $40bn market debut

Shares start trading in ride-hailing firm Grab which has used a shell company for its flotation.

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The Indian granny who became literate at 104

Kuttiyamma, from the southern Indian state of Kerala, aced a government test that measures literacy.

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Boxing Day: Festive film debut for Little Mix's Leigh-Anne Pinnock

Boxing Day, the first British Christmas rom-com led by an all-black cast, is released Friday 3 December.

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How to spot the software that could be spying on you

Software used to spy on someone via their phone is a growing threat and common in domestic abuse cases.

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Why Turkey's currency crash does not worry Erdogan

Turkey's national currency has plummeted 45% against the dollar this year

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Broome: Diving the remnants of a WW2 attack on Australia

A WW2 air raid on Broome killed scores of people - historians say it should be better remembered.

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Africa's week in pictures: 26 November - 2 December 2021

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

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Will Meghan's big win change public opinion?

The Duchess of Sussex has won her court case over privacy, but interest in her is not going to go away.

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The drought ravaging East African wildlife and livestock

At least 26m people are struggling for food across northern Kenya, Somalia and southern Ethiopia.

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Laverne & Shirley star Eddie Mekka dies aged 69

The US actor is best known for playing Carmine Ragusa in the 1970s-80s Laverne & Shirley TV sitcom.

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NunTok: How religion is booming on TikTok and Instagram

Nuns, imams and Buddhist monks are among those sharing successful - and often fun - short-form videos on social media.

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Germany: Angela Merkel's military farewell features punk singer's hit

A ceremony has been held for the German chancellor, who is due to step down after 16 years in office.

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Second Major Abortion Law Takes Effect in TX, This Time Targeting Abortion Pills

Just one day after the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case that could give states more power to limit abortion in the future, a second major abortion law went into effect in Texas Thursday. 

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'The Whole Reason Jesus Came': Mom Creates Christ-Centered Advent Experience for Every Family to Use

The most wonderful time of the year is often the most chaotic for many families, but one mom and grandmother is helping families maintain a peaceful, Christ-centered Christmas.

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Students Petition to Rename Michigan High School Stadium After 'Hero' Teen Who Was Killed Trying to Stop Shooter

Classmates of Tate Myre, one of the four students killed during the shooting at a Michigan high school Tuesday, are calling him a hero after the 16-year-old junior lost his life while trying to disarm the alleged gunman. 

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Omicron: Biden unveils new Covid-19 winter measures

Public health officials in Minnesota have just reported a second US case of the Omicron variant.

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What the Justices Said During Dobbs Arguments That Has Some Pro-Life Legal Experts So Optimistic

Pro-lifers are feeling optimistic after the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, which is considered by many legal experts to be the biggest challenge to Roe v. Wade in nearly 50 years. 

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Elle to stop promoting the use of animal fur in its magazines

It is the first major fashion publication to make the pledge, citing its support for animal rights.

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How do you say 'Omicron'?

Omicron is the 13th variant of the Covid-19 virus to receive a Greek name but the pronunciation is up for debate.

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Pregnancy Centers: Higher Customer Satisfaction than Chick-fil-A

As the Supreme Court considers oral arguments in the Dobbs abortion case, challenging a bipartisan Mississippi law protecting life at 15 weeks, advocates of abortion on demand are claiming that women will not have necessary support during their pregnancy should Roe be overturned.

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Home Alone house available to book on Airbnb

The home from the 1990 Christmas classic starring Macaulay Culkin will be available for one night only.

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Pfizer boss: Annual Covid jabs for years to come

In an exclusive interview, Dr Albert Bourla says jabs have saved millions of lives.

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Queensland Floods: Second death recorded as crisis continues

The southern part of Queensland has seen widespread rain and flooding.

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Facebook uncovers Chinese network behind fake expert

It deleted 500 accounts which amplified claims that the US was meddling in the Covid origins search.

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Alan Tudge: Australia minister stood aside over 'abusive' affair allegations

Mr Tudge's ex-staffer said she had experienced bullying during their consensual affair in 2017.

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Disney elects woman as chairman for first time in 98-year history

Susan Arnold, who has been a board member for 14 years, will succeed Bob Iger at the end of the year.

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Argentina ex-President Mauricio Macri charged in sub families spying case

Mauricio Macri denies ordering the spying on relatives of the victims of a 2017 submarine disaster.

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Canadian MPs vote to ban LGBT 'conversion therapy'

MPs cross the aisle to shake hands with and even hug their counterparts as the bill is passed.

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When Jesus is used to steal from his flock

William Neil "Doc" Gallagher used Christian radio to defraud religious pensioners out of millions.

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Epstein accuser: Ghislaine Maxwell is a 'master manipulator'

The BBC spoke to Teresa Helm, who accused Epstein of sexually assaulting her at the age of 22.

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Biden puts faith in Santa Claus amid supply chain problems

The US president says only Father Christmas can ensure every gift is delivered amid supply chain woes.

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Venezuela's hospital 'hell'

The healthcare system lacks equipment, buildings are crumbling and many healthcare workers have left in search of better lives.

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‘It’s like hell in here’: The struggle to save Afghanistan's starving babies

Doctors in Afghanistan’s crisis-hit hospitals are caring for their patients in almost impossible conditions.

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Would you give 10% of your salary to charity?

A growing number of people are deciding to give up a substantial chunk of their wages.

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'No middle ground': Chile voters face tough choice as run-off looms

Voters speak of the divisions as an ultra-conservative and a left-winger battle it out.

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Supreme Court Justices Appear Poised to Uphold Mississippi's Pro-Life Law and Give States More Power Over Abortion

Constitutional experts were glued to the Supreme Court's oral arguments Wednesday, looking for any clues as to how the justices might rule in a case that's considered the biggest challenge to Roe v. Wade in decades.

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'Devious Licks' TikTok Challenge Encourages Students to Commit Criminal Behavior While at School

It seems like every month there are new viral challenges on social media for kids and a current one is getting them in a lot of trouble.

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Michigan school shooting: Suspect, 15, charged as an adult

The 15-year-old killed four students in an "absolutely premeditated" attack, say prosecutors.

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WTA suspends China tournaments over Peng Shuai

The WTA announces the immediate suspension of all tournaments in China amid concern for Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai.

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Covid Omicron: Time to consider mandatory jabs, EU chief says

EU countries should discuss forced vaccinations to combat the Omicron variant, says Ursula von der Leyen.

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Austria: Doctor fined for amputating wrong leg of patient

The patient's right leg was removed instead of his left, with the mistake discovered two days later.

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Fed Chairman Powell Warns Congress Inflation May Keep Rising Well into Next Year

The COVID-19 pandemic has not only hit the American population hard, but it is also still hurting our economy as well. 

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NYPD Hate Crimes Unit Searching for 3 Suspects Who Carried Out Anti-Semitic Attacks on Jewish Children in Brooklyn

Investigators with the New York City Police Department's Hate Crime Task Force are looking for three teenage girls suspected in recent attacks on Jewish ultra-Orthodox children in the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn.

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Xiomara Castro: Honduras votes in first female president

Xiomara Castro's victory will bring to an end to the the 12-year rule of the right-wing National Party.

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Howard Springs: Australia police arrest quarantine escapees

The trio had fled a remote camp near Darwin by scaling a fence in the middle of the night.

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Survivor: I'm haunted by deadliest Channel crossing

Mohamed Isa Omar, one of two survivors of last week's disaster, tells the BBC he saw people drown.

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Lara Logan: Fox News host condemned over Fauci Nazi doctor comments

Lara Logan compared Dr Anthony Fauci to Joseph Mengele - the Auschwitz doctor known as the "Angel of Death".

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Multi-billion EU bid to challenge Chinese influence

The "Global Gateway" plan is seen as an attempt to counter Chinese influence in Africa and beyond.

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CNN's Chris Cuomo suspended over help to governor brother

The cable host provided extensive advice to Governor Andrew Cuomo as he battled an abuse scandal.

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Yemen's Marib: The city at the heart of a dirty war

Jeremy Bowen gets rare access to Marib, where civilians are caught behind the conflict's front line.

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How Magdalena Andersson became Sweden's first female PM twice

Magdalena Andersson's rise to power has been high political drama, but the finale may be yet to come.

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Resurgence of Pakistani Islamist group TLP sows fear

The release of the TLP leader and supporters could have far-reaching implications in Pakistan and beyond.

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Victims of a historic flood in New York City reflect on the wreckage

Victims of a historic flood in New York City reflect on the wreckage wrought by Hurricane Ida.

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HGV shortages: Why European drivers don't want to come back to the UK

Lorry drivers say more investment is needed to make the UK industry more attractive to workers.

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Alice Sebold apologises to man cleared of her rape

Anthony Broadwater spent 16 years in prison after being wrongly convicted of raping Alice Sebold.

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Federal Judge Issues Nationwide Ban on Biden's COVID Vaccine Mandate for Health Care Workers

A federal judge on Tuesday issued a nationwide preliminary injunction blocking the Biden administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers.

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Michigan school shooting: Student kills three and wounds six

The suspect, a 15-year-old student, was taken into custody five minutes after police were called.

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Covid: WHO urges those at risk from disease to delay travel over Omicron

It urges people who are unwell and the over-60s to delay travel because of the Omicron variant.

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Ghislaine Maxwell: Epstein pilot testifies he flew Prince Andrew

The paedophile financier's pilot tells a court he also flew Bill Clinton and Donald Trump on the jet.

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Emma Coronel: Wife of kingpin El Chapo sentenced to three years

Emma Coronel Aispuro pleaded guilty to conspiracy and drug charges in June

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Italian football fan banned for 'slapping' journalist live on TV

Greta Beccaglia reported the man to the police after the incident outside a stadium in Florence.

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Four dead as storm tears through Turkey

Strong winds hit the country's western coast, destroying buildings and blowing ships ashore.

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'Take This Matter to the Throne of Grace': Pence Predicts Huge Pro-Life Victory at Supreme Court

Former Vice President Mike Pence believes beyond a shadow of a doubt that on-demand abortion is one of the greatest injustices in America and throughout his entire political career he has staunchly advocated that a child is a "precious gift" from God. Now, on the eve of oral arguments for the Dobbs V. Jackson case, he is predicting that Roe. V. Wade will be overturned by the Supreme Court and the law will be in the "ash heap of history where it belongs."

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VA School District Reinstates Graphic Sexual Books Despite Parents' Concerns Over Pedophilia Depictions

The Fairfax County School District (FCSD) in Falls Church, Virginia, has reinstated two controversial books in its high schools.

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'Praise the Lord': On Brink of Death, Elderly Man Fully Recovers After Judge Orders Hospital to Allow Ivermectin

An elderly COVID patient made a full recovery over the Thanksgiving weekend after a court ordered his hospital to give him the potentially lifesaving medication Ivermectin. 

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Inditex: Zara founder’s daughter becomes fashion giant's chair

Marta Ortega has been with the firm for 15 years, starting out as an assistant at its High Street brand Bershka

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Leaked papers link top Chinese leaders to Uyghur crackdown

They show speeches by Xi Jinping and others which led to Uyghurs' mass internment and forced labour.

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Barbados: Rihanna made national hero as island becomes republic

The artist and businesswoman is honoured at an event marking the nation's status as a republic.

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Jews, Christians Unite to Invest in Israel

The ARISE 2021 Digital Summit is bringing together Christian and Jewish business leaders from all over the world to build partnerships and investments worth millions of dollars.

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Australian parliament: One in three workers sexually harassed, says report

Canberra's workplace culture has left a "trail of devastation" for women especially, a review finds.

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Caribbean island Barbados becomes world's newest republic

The Caribbean island has removed Queen Elizabeth II as its head of state.

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Barbados becomes a republic and parts ways with the Queen

The Caribbean nation parts ways with the Queen in a ceremony attended by Prince Charles and Rihanna.

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Westpac: Australia bank pays out over charging dead people

Australia's second largest bank Westpac has agreed to pay $81m in penalties and compensate customers.

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Jack Dorsey: What's next for Twitter's co-founder?

The last time the tech visionary left Twitter, he set up another company now worth $100bn.

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Video appears to show UK F-35 fighter crash after take-off

Dramatic footage of what appears to be a jet crashing off the aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth was posted on Twitter.

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Capitol riot: Michael Jackson imitator clashes with judge in court

Investigators say the man wore a "Bad" world tour jacket to the riot and brought a homemade shield.

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Yemen: The children haunted by 'ghosts' of war

BBC Middle East Editor Jeremy Bowen meets terrified families running from civil war in Yemen.

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Why France is declaring Josephine Baker a national hero

Josephine Baker is the first black woman to be remembered in the resting place of France’s national heroes.

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Federal Judge Blocks Biden's Vaccine Mandate for Healthcare Workers in 10 States

The Biden administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers has just been temporarily blocked for hospitals that receive federal funding within 10 states. 

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Mark Esper: Former Pentagon chief sues Pentagon over book release

Trump's fired defence secretary opposes the Defense Department's redactions to his new memoir.

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China surveillance of journalists to use 'traffic-light' system

Documents detail how one province is making a facial-recognition system to spot "people of concern".

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'I Forgive You': Widow and Congregants of Pastor Killed by Drunk Driver Shock Judge, Move Prosecutor to Tears

Family members and congregants of deceased Minnesota Pastor Verlyn Strenge openly forgave the man responsible for the late preacher’s death during a Nov. 24, hearing, shocking a judge and moving a prosecutor to tears.

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Omicron: WHO warns of 'high infection risk' around globe

Omicron could lead to severe consequences in some regions, the World Health Organization has warned.

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The Simpsons: Tiananmen episode not found in Hong Kong

The episode includes jokes about China's censorship of the Tiananmen Square massacre.

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Covid: Biden urges calm over Omicron fears

No cases of the strain have been detected in the US, but Mr Biden called its arrival "inevitable".

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After Years of Big Tech Censorship, Twitter Co-Founder Jack Dorsey Stepping Down as CEO

Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey is stepping down as CEO of the social media platform, and investors couldn't be happier. Dorsey was at the helm when Twitter banned President Trump and censored other conservatives. 

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She 'Danced Home to Jesus': Waukesha Parade Victim Laid to Rest, Restaurant Holds Fundraiser for Families of Victims

One of the victims of last week's brazen Christmas parade attack in Waukesha, Wisconsin, is being laid to rest Monday.  

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Openly Trans Man Competing for Title of Miss USA, Critics Say 'Wrong on All Levels'

For the first time a transgender person is competing for the title of Miss USA.  Kataluna Enriquez, 27, who is openly transgender, first made history after beating out 21 other candidates in Nevada to win the crown of Miss Nevada back in June.   Enriquez will now represent the Silver State at the 2021 Miss USA pageant that will be held Monday, Nov. 29 in Tulsa, Okla., for a chance to be crowned Miss USA.

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Magdalena Andersson: Sweden's first female PM returns after resignation

Magdalena Andersson is backed by MPs again, despite standing down last week hours into the job.

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Honduras election: Opposition candidate Castro in the lead

Early results give the left-wing opposition a strong lead, but the governing party has not conceded.

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Oscar Pistorius set to meet victim Reeva Steenkamp's parents

The meeting is part of a restorative justice process that has to happen before parole is considered.

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China: North Korea fugitive captured after 40-day manhunt

The defector had been on the run after staging a daring escape from a Chinese prison.

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Macau casino shares fall after 'illegal gambling' arrests

A prominent gambling industry figure in Macau is believed to be among those arrested.

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Ghislaine Maxwell's sex-trafficking trial to begin in New York City

The UK socialite denies grooming girls for convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse.

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US and Iran seek to break impasse at talks on reviving nuclear deal

Iran's nuclear advances adds air of urgency as sides meet in Vienna after months-long pause.

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Covid: Dutch police arrest quarantine hotel escapee couple

The arrests were made on a plane in Amsterdam's airport before the take-off on Sunday, police say.

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Barbados prepares to cut ties with the Queen

Watch Celestina Olulode as she travels to the island to find out what Barbadians make of the move.

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Venezuelan migrants seeking a new home in Chile

Tens of thousands of Venezuelans escaping poverty and violence at home are risking their lives to travel south to Chile.

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Joseph Kabila and DR Congo's missing millions

Millions of dollars of public funds went through bank accounts of ex-President Joseph Kabila's allies, BBC Africa Eye reveals.

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Iran nuclear deal: What key players want from talks

The competing ambitions of the countries involved make success a long shot, writes Jonathan Marcus.

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Gay and Muslim: 'My family wanted to cure me'

Asad struggled with his mental health and suicidal thoughts when he came out to his religious family.

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Coronavirus: Is India ready for a third wave?

Experts say the government needs to first fulfil its promises to boost the public health system.

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Tigray: Suspicion and sacrifice as Ethiopia fighting spreads

Ethiopians tell the BBC they are willing to give up their lives to defend their country against rebels.

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Channel disaster: A father's anguish, a missing family

Rizgar Hussein hasn't heard from his family since the Channel disaster on Tuesday.

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Covid: South Africa's president calls for lifting of Omicron travel bans

Cyril Ramaphosa says the action by countries including the UK and US is discriminatory and unnecessary.

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Channel disaster: A father's anguish over missing family since tragedy

Rizgar Hussein has not spoken to his family since they boarded a boat across the Channel on Tuesday.

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Virgil Abloh: Designer and Off-White founder dies aged 41

Abloh, who was Louis Vuitton's artistic director, had been suffering from a rare form of cancer.

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Today's Man: An Abominable Snowman

Where are men today? It seems like we're not around. The Abominable Snowman made footprints everywhere but was nowhere to be found. Most men seem like Abominable Snowmen. Leaving an imprint, but nowhere to be found.

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Salvation Army Takes Aim at White Christians, Tries to Clarify 'Racism' Guide That Appears to Push CRT

This is normally the time of year when Salvation Army Santas stand outside stores with their red kettles, hoping to inspire goodwill while ringing bells and asking for donations. But this year the aid group is under fire for accusations of wokeness because some critics say it's promoting Critical Race Theory and labeling the church and white Americans as racist.

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Channel migrants: France wants 'serious' talks with UK

Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin says France will not be held hostage by domestic British politics.

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Great Carnival of Dakar: Fire-eaters and dancers mark event

The three-day event is a celebration of Senegalese culture and features an elaborate parade.

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Kevin Strickland: Fundraiser for exonerated Missouri man tops $1.5m

Kevin Strickland was released after 42 years in jail over a triple murder he did not commit.

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Covid-positive Czech president appointed new PM from plexiglass box

Petr Fiala was appointed by a president who is in self-isolation after testing positive for coronavirus.

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Omicron Netherlands: 13 air passengers test positive for new variant

Thirteen people who travelled from South Africa to the Netherlands have tested positive for Omicron.

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'Oh, My WORD!': Pastors in Total Shock as Deer Breaks Into Church Sanctuary

Pastors at Grace Christian Fellowship in Sturgis, Michigan, were in for the surprise of a lifetime when they arrived at the house of worship earlier this month and immediately noticed something was awry.

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Omicron symptoms mild so far, says South African doctor who spotted it

The South African doctor who first spotted the new variant says patients are showing very mild symptoms so far.

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Covid: Australia woman charged after setting fire in quarantine hotel

The woman is charged with arson after allegedly lighting a fire under a bed at Pacific Hotel in Queensland.

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Calais activists: Migrants are here, we can't let them die

Activists in Calais demand change after decades of people coming to the city looking to reach the UK.

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New Zealand politician Julie Anne Genter cycles to hospital to give birth

Julie Anne Genter said she had not planned to cycle whilst in labour, "but it did end up happening".

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Covid: Netherlands enters partial lockdown amid surging infections

The government says the three-week curbs are critical to protect hospitals from becoming overwhelmed.

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Covid: Israel to impose travel ban for foreigners over new variant

Travellers from all countries will be banned from entering Israel for 14 days, local media report.

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Hondurans vote to replace controversial leader

A former first lady and a man convicted of corruption vie to succeed an unpopular president.

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The migrants returned to Iraqi camps from Belarus

Three specially chartered planes have now returned 1,000 migrants from Belarus to Iraq.

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Nigerian celebrities Simi and Chigul expose sexism in music and Nollywood

Singer Simi and Nollywood's Chigul tell the BBC about the cultural hurdles female stars face.

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Covid vaccine: Can US troops be punished for refusing the jabs?

The US military has said that America's 2.1 million soldiers and sailors must all get the vaccine.

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‘I’m blind but technology helps me animate’

Elodie Bateson, 11, from Limavady who is blind has become an expert at making short animated movies.

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Yemen: The woman saving a crumbling heritage

Its famous architecture has been wrecked by war - now a female engineer is rebuilding amid the conflict.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'home comforts'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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'Why do you like Shah Rukh Khan?'

The Bollywood superstar's female fandom rests not on love but on economics, according to a new book.

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ICYMI: Smells like Christmas, confirms US First Lady

Jill Biden's clearly feeling festive but here’s some other tree-mendous moments you may have missed this week.

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Candace Owens Raises $250,000 for VA Police Officer Who Was Fired for Donating to Rittenhouse Fund

A Virginia police officer, who was fired for anonymously donating to a fund for Kyle Rittenhouse, received a check for over $200,000 from conservative commentator Candace Owens.

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'America Is at a Defining Moment': Join Family Research Council Pro-Life Prayer Event for Big Supreme Court Case

As America's ongoing battle over abortion reaches a critical turning point, pro-life leaders from across the country will gather in Jackson, Mississippi this Sunday for a nationwide prayer event hosted by the Family Research Council (FRC). 

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Pre-Inca mummy found in Peru

Archaeologists think the mummy, found near Lima, could be up to 1,200 years old.

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Burkina Faso: Tear gas fired at protesters decrying Islamist attacks

The protest comes amid fear of an Islamist encroachment following a number of recent attacks.

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Colorado Drops 'Sex Offender' Term Because It Has 'Negative Impacts' on Those Who Commit Sexual Crimes

Colorado is doing away with the term “sex offender” because it’s stigmatizing to those who have committed sexual crimes.

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California Teachers Reportedly Urge Recruiting Kids Into LGBT Clubs

During an October meeting at a conference of the largest teachers union in California — the California Teachers Association — speakers urged teachers to recruit students into LGBT clubs, according to a report from Abigail Shrier, author of “Irreversible Damage: The Transgender Craze Seducing Our Daughters.”

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Winter Olympics 2022: Testing times in the Chongli mountains

Beijing is pushing ahead with Winter Olympics test events, despite Covid and human rights allegations.

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Covid: Dozens test positive on SA-Netherlands flights

The results are being examined for cases of the new Omicron variant emerging in southern Africa.

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Peng Shuai: WTA concerned over 'censorship or coercion'

The head of women's tennis says he is not certain Peng Shuai is free of Chinese censorship or coercion.

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Covid: World races to contain new Omicron variant

Nations ban travellers from southern Africa, a day after health officials named the new Covid-19 strain.

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The gangs enticing migrants to cross the English Channel

The BBC has uncovered evidence showing that smugglers are still telling migrants it is safe to cross.

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Covid: Swiss vote on ending restrictions while cases surge

Sunday's referendum is held in a country with one of the lowest vaccination rates in Western Europe.

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Musical theatre icon Stephen Sondheim dies at 91

The US composer and lyricist reshaped America's musical theatre in a career spanning over 60 years.

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Ros Atkins on... Migrants crossing English Channel to UK

This week at least 27 migrants died while trying to make the journey, the deadliest crossing on record.

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Russia-Ukraine border: Why Moscow is stoking tensions

The Kremlin is sending the West a message, but how big a risk is there of conflict?

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Winter Olympics 2022: Athletes get ready for Games

Just a short journey from Beijing, athletes are training for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Chongli.

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Kenya tree felling sparks anger over Nairobi's new highway

Some 4,000 young and mature trees face being cut down to make way for a Chinese-financed project.

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Covid: Conspiracy and untruths drive Europe's Covid protests

Amid some legitimate concerns, misinformation and extreme views are radicalising people to violent protest.

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NFHS: Does India really have more women than men?

An Indian government survey says so - but the numbers don't add up.

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Channel disaster: Kurdish woman is first victim identified

Maryam Nuri Mohamed Amin was a 24-year-old Kurdish woman from northern Iraq.

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Omicron: Mutations prompt new coronavirus variant concern from WHO

The World Health Organization says the variant has a large number of mutations, some are concerning.

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Stores Kick Off Black Friday But Pandemic Woes Linger

Retailers are expected to usher in the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season Friday with bigger crowds than last year in a closer step toward normalcy. But the fallout from the pandemic continues to weigh on businesses and shoppers' minds.

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New Covid variant: Pride and punishment follows South Africa discovery

South Africans feel they are paying the price for their ability to monitor new Covid variants.

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Covid variant: Reaction to new rules on travel from southern Africa

Travellers at Cape Town airport respond to new UK quarantine measures over Covid variant.

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Coronavirus: Countries shut borders over new South Africa variant

Nations ban flights as health officials hold an urgent meeting over a new variant in southern Africa.

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Why Iraqi Kurds risk their lives to reach the West

What drives people to make the perilous journey, which for many has ended in death?

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Poorest face food crisis amid fertiliser shortage

The boss of the world's largest fertiliser producer says gas prices are responsible for higher food prices.

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France scraps UK talks over Johnson migrants letter

France cancels high-level talks with UK in protest at letter published by PM Boris Johnson on the migrant crisis.

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Chinese tech giant Tencent told to suspend new app roll outs

It comes as China's technology industry regulator reviews compliance with new privacy rules.

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Black Friday spending set to soar despite fewer deals

Analysts say this year's sale will be the biggest ever, but retailers won't offer as many discounts.

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Tim Paine: Former Australia captain to take immediate break from the game

Former Australia Test captain Tim Paine will take a break from cricket "for the foreseeable future".

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Australia missing campers: Pilot accused of murders remanded in custody

After a dramatic arrest, Greg Lynn is charged with killing a pair who disappeared 20 months ago.

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Quiz of the week: Why did Boris Johnson like Peppa Pig World so much?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

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Amazon workers plan Black Friday strikes

Strikes or protests are planned in 20 countries, on one of the busiest days of the year for retail.

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China man claiming to know Peng Shuai says WTA head ignored her mail

The mail, tweeted out by a man claiming to be her associate, told the WTA to 'not hype up personal affairs.'

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The ‘cocaine collectors’ retrieving smuggled drugs in Rotterdam

Young criminals are risking their lives to retrieve drugs smuggled into the Netherlands amongst freight arriving from Latin America.

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Channel migrants: Why politics is dominating the debate on migrants

UK-French rivalry is making a common solution difficult, says the BBC's Europe Editor Katya Adler.

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'I don't need a new TV, but I'll probably get one'

Black Friday is back and Americans, flush with Covid cash, are going out to spend.

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Egypt: Grand opening for Luxor's 'Avenue of the Sphinxes'

The ancient walkway, connecting two of the Egyptian city's greatest temples, took decades to excavate.

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Dramatic rescue of 300 from migrant boat in Italy

Some people were already in the water when the Italian coastguard reached them off Lampedusa Island.

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UK PM calls on France to take back migrants

A returns agreement would have an "immediate" impact on the number of crossings, Boris Johnson says.

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Channel tragedy: Whose lives were lost off Calais?

At least 27 people died trying to reach the UK by boat. Officials are trying to find their identities.

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Turkey: Police fire tear gas at women's rights march

It comes months after Turkey withdrew from a treaty to combat violence against women.

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Macy's Thanksgiving Parade: Baby Yoda and Snoopy delight crowds

Thousands turn out to enjoy the annual parade with millions more watching on television.

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Siberia: Dozens missing after deadly Russian mine accident

Emergency services have paused the search for survivors amid concerns over possible explosions.

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UAE general accused of torture elected Interpol president

Ahmed al-Raisi was chosen despite facing claims of complicity in torture by UAE security forces.

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Frank Turner says he's reconciled with trans parent

The musician tells The Guardian his estranged father is "a lot more considerate" since transitioning.

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Channel migrants: UK and France agree need for action after boat deaths

After at least 27 people die in the Channel, Boris Johnson and Emmanuel Macron say cooperation is needed.

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Solomon Islands: Australia sends peacekeeping troops amid riots

Violent riots have rocked the Pacific Island nation for a second straight day.

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JPMorgan boss 'regrets' China joke amid backlash

Jamie Dimon has apologised after saying that his Wall Street bank would outlast China's ruling party.

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US restricts trade with a dozen more Chinese technology firms

The move comes as tensions grow between the US and China over the status of Taiwan and trade issues.

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Australia: LGBTQ advocates blast religious discrimination bill

The new bill has raised concerns that it could pave the way for discriminatory hiring practices

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Parambir Singh: Missing India police officer reappears after months

Parambir Singh, the former police chief of Mumbai, is facing multiple charges of extortion.

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Outrage as India court reduces child abuse sentence

The Allahabad high court reduced the jail term of the convict from 10 years to seven years.

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What I learnt eating at 8,000 Chinese restaurants

David R Chan's decades of dining at 8,000 Chinese eateries has taught him about America and himself.

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Kavala: The case that set Turkey on collision course with the West

Osman Kavala has not been convicted but his detention has set Turkey's leader on a collision course.

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Tripura: Fear and hope after anti-Muslim violence

Weeks after mosques and Muslim properties were attacked, life is slowly getting back to normal in Tripura.

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Beatles outtakes in new Peter Jackson film

The Lord of The Rings director has restored more than 50 hours of footage.

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Russian troop build-up: View from Ukraine front line

BBC correspondent Abdujalil Abdurasulov visits eastern Ukraine as soldiers contemplate Russia's military presence at the border nearby.

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Ahmaud Arbery: Three US men guilty of murdering black jogger

The white men pursued and shot dead Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia in what some called a modern-day lynching.

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What Ahmaud Arbery's murder exposes about America

Ahmaud Arbery died in a 'modern-day lynching' - locals say the spectre of racism is always present.

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How to be Thankful When Times are Tough

The Apostle Paul provides a solution. In essence, he tells us to stop and recognize that Jesus reigns supreme. When we do, we can be assured that regardless of what is swirling around us, God is all-powerful and is actively watching for opportunities to help us.

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Inside Dunkirk's new migrant camp

Last week French police officers evicted up to 1,500 people from a camp in Dunkirk.

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Ahmaud Arbery: Key moments in the trial over black jogger's killing

Watch the key exchanges from 13 days of testimony in the trial over Ahmaud Arbery's killing.

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'God has a Plan for These Children': 40 Days for Life Celebrates 20,000 Babies Saved From Abortion

Pro-life campaign 40 Days for Life shared a major milestone on Nov. 19 by announcing that 20,000 babies have been rescued from abortion since 2007.

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'They Wanted to Worship Jesus': Documentary Examines Pilgrims Journey to America, Pursuit of Religious Freedom

The English settlers who came to North America on the Mayflower in 1620 faced many hardships but believed that religious freedom and liberty were worth dying for. 

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All 3 Men Charged in Arbery's Death Convicted of Murder

All three white men charged in the death of Ahmaud Arbery were convicted of murder Wednesday in the fatal shooting that became part of a larger national reckoning on racial injustice.

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Australia power plant demolition sees giant chimneys tumble to ground

Huge amounts of metal and concrete will be recycled after the demolition of an old coal power plant.

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Kerala: A mother's search for her missing baby in India

A mother's search for a missing baby in India has caused outrage and whipped up a political storm.

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Ugandan militant escapee: IS forced me to fight

An ex-fighter tells the BBC how the ADF, an IS affiliate, has been able to strike at Uganda's heart.

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Fake social media profiles targeting Sikhs exposed

A total of 80 accounts have been suspended following a report into the network.

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Colombia peace deal: The families displaced five years on

Five years after a peace deal came into force in Colombia, violence by armed gangs is again on the rise.

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Covid: Europe region faces 700,000 more deaths by March - WHO

The World Health Organization says the regional death toll could exceed 2.2 million by 1 March.

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Apple sues Israeli spyware firm NSO Group

Apple is the latest in a string of firms and governments to go after the hacking tool firm.

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Dollar Tree Makes it Official: Items Will Now Cost $1.25

Faced with the rising cost of goods and freight, discount retail chain Dollar Tree said Tuesday it will be raising its prices to $1.25 for the majority of its products.

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Escaping Afghanistan: Inside Operation Soccer Balls

The mission to rescue the national Afghan girls' football team from the Taliban.

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Child is sixth fatality in Wisconsin parade car-ramming

Prosecutor say a sixth person - a child - died in the attack on a Christmas parade in Wisconsin.

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Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart fuelled opioid crisis, Ohio jury finds

A federal court finds Walgreens, CVS and Walmart helped create an oversupply of addictive painkillers.

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US jury awards $25m in damages over Unite the Right rally

Those injured in Charlottesville accused organisers of conspiring to commit racially motivated violence.

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Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: Foreigners advised to leave

Germany and France are the latest countries to advise citizens to leave, as the UN relocates staff.

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Albert Einstein relativity document sells for record €11m

The manuscript shows Einstein's attempts to formulate his theory of relativity.

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Bulgarian holiday bus tragedy hits young nation

There is little since North Macedonia's 1991 declaration of independence to compare to this.

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VA Teacher Who Battled School Board Over Transgender Policy Tells CBN News: Teachers Need to 'Voice' Their Opinion

Tanner Cross is speaking out after the school board of the Loudoun County Public Schools agreed to reinstate him.

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NASA vs. the Asteroids: How the US Space Program Plans to Defend Earth with a Kamikaze Attack

Up until now, it has mainly just been a good plot for science fiction movies. But NASA is taking the threat of asteroids more seriously than ever, so it will launch its first planetary defense test mission, the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) Tuesday night. 

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Could This be Someone's First Thanksgiving Being Thankful?

As we reflect on the ways we’ve been blessed, let’s also catch that spirit of selflessness.

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Bulgaria bus crash: Survivors broke window to flee inferno that killed 46

At least 46 people, including 12 children, died when the vehicle caught fire on a Bulgarian motorway.

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