Sunday, 31 December 2023

Ukraine war: Zelensky promises more Ukraine-made weapons in new year speech

The Ukrainian president's message comes as five people were killed in attacks early on New Year's Day.

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Crown Prince Frederik: What do we know about the next king of Denmark?

"I don't want to lock myself in a fortress. I want to be myself," Crown Prince Frederik once said.

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Queen Margrethe II: Danish monarch's 52-year reign in pictures

83-year-old Margrethe II is Europe's longest-serving living monarch, having taken the throne in 1972.

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Spanish football fan held in Tehran released, Iran says

Santiago Sánchez was detained during a trek in 2022 to the men's football World Cup in Qatar.

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Saturday, 30 December 2023

Venice to ban large tourist groups and loudspeakers

The new rules will come into effect in June and are part of an effort to ease the impact of tourism.

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Paula Abdul sues Nigel Lythgoe over alleged sexual assault

The American singer alleges multiple instances of assault while the pair worked together.

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Friday, 29 December 2023

Russian influencer Ivleeva fined for hosting 'almost naked' party

TV presenter and influencer Nastya Ivleeva organised a Moscow party that has sparked a moral backlash.

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German and Dutch authorities fear repeat of NYE firework violence

Hundreds of people have been seen buying fireworks in Germany and the Netherlands ahead of celebrations.

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Thursday, 28 December 2023

Venezuela to hold military drills after UK sends warship to Guyana

It follows tensions over the oil-rich Essequibo region, which Guayana administers but Caracas claims.

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Thousands of Palestinians flee central Gaza as Israeli troops advance

Israeli tanks reportedly reach the outskirts of Bureij refugee camp as the ground offensive expands.

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Tony Chung: Student activist flees Hong Kong to seek asylum in UK

Tony Chung told the BBC he felt he had no control over his life, with police scrutinising his every move.

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Russia reopens embassy in Burkina Faso

The move is the latest sign that the former French colony is pivoting towards Russia.

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Wednesday, 27 December 2023

What’s next for Taylor Swift in 2024?

She had a record-shattering and money-making 2023. Will the pop-cultural juggernaut dominate again next year?

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'She Did Not Have Any Sign of Life': ER Doc Reports Dead Woman Revived by Prayer in 'True Miracle'

A medical doctor is testifying that a woman was raised from the dead by the power of prayer hours after emergency room staff had done everything they could to revive her.

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DR Congo elections: Fayulu's supporters clash with police in Kinshasa

Police have cracked down on an opposition protest to demand that the presidential poll be annulled.

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Tuesday, 26 December 2023

Thousands Choose Christ as Nick Hall Rallies 200 Young Evangelists to Flood Entire State with Gospel

After more than two decades of little to no outreach in North Dakota, the global ministry called Pulse has launched an evangelism campaign to canvass the state with the Gospel. CBN News spoke with the organization's founder, Nick Hall, about the effort to reach all generations.

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Search resumes for Alaska woman swept under river ice

A weekend search found no trace of the woman, who entered the Eagle River near Anchorage in Alaska.

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'He's Pouring Out His Spirit': Revival and Mass Baptisms Not Slowing Down in Gen Z

The move of the Holy Spirit sweeping college campuses doesn't appear to be slowing down. Auburn University is one of the latest schools where revival sparked during a worship event, and eyewitnesses tell CBN News the spiritual transformation of these students is very real.   

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Israel-Gaza war will continue for months, IDF chief warns

There are no shortcuts in the fight against Hamas, the army chief insists as Israel pounds Gaza.

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Monday, 25 December 2023

Amazon drought: 'We've never seen anything like this'

This year's heat and drought in the Amazon intensify worries that it is approaching a tipping point.

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Israel Gaza war: UN says no let-up in Israeli air strikes in Gaza

A UN official speaks of "absolute carnage" after visiting a hospital with many injured in central Gaza.

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Alexei Navalny: Russian opposition leader found, says team

Mr Navalny's team had no contact with him for weeks and he failed to appear at several court hearings.

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Sunday, 24 December 2023

Nigeria’s viral ballet boy: From Lagos to elite dance school

A clip of Anthony Madu pirouetting in the Lagos rain has given him and others wider ambitions.

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Israel Gaza war: Hamas says 70 killed in Israeli air strike on camp

Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry says the death toll could rise further at the Al-Maghazi refugee camp.

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Serbia protests: Anti-government demonstrators try to storm Belgrade City Hall

The opposition demands a re-run of last week's elections which its say were marred by fraud.

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Ukraine celebrates first Christmas on 25 December

The move to Western calendar is seen as a further shift away from Moscow's influence.

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Saturday, 23 December 2023

The Ukrainian triplets born into war

Emilia, Melania and Olivia were born in Ukraine on the day Russian troops invaded in 2022.

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Zhu Ling: Woman dies decades after unsolved China poisoning

Zhu Ling, 50, was poisoned with the highly toxic thallium in 1994 but no-one was ever convicted.

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Friday, 22 December 2023

Airbus Atlantic: 700 staff sick after Christmas dinner

It is unclear what was on the menu for the festive feast turned nightmare before Christmas.

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Rare video shows killer whale teaching its baby to hunt

An adult orca is seen singling out and subduing a dolphin so that its calf orca can practice its hunting techniques.

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Charlie Sheen attacked by woman at his Malibu home - police

Police have arrested Electra Schrock for assault with a deadly weapon and residential burglary.

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Thursday, 21 December 2023

DR Congo elections: 'I have not voted and I slept here'

Some of eligible voters in DR Congo have struggled to cast their ballots in the presidential elections.

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Prague: Dramatic video from city shows people seen leaping from building ledge

A gunman entered Charles University killing 15 people in one of the country's worst fatal shootings.

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Dec. 31 Deadline for United Methodist U.S. Church Departures: Could an 'African Wave' be Next?

The fracture of the United Methodist Church (UMC) is nearly complete as a quarter of U.S. congregations in the church have received permission to leave the denomination during a five-year window, closing at the end of this month. 

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Wednesday, 20 December 2023

Police Warn of Elaborate Scheme Scammers Are Using This Holiday Season to Steal Your Gift Cards

Scammers are reportedly targeting gift cards with elaborate schemes draining customers of money and creating unwanted chaos during the holiday season.

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Israel Gaza: What Gaza's death toll says about the war

Women and children are majority of those killed in the war, according to Hamas-run health ministry.

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Nativity Scenes Takes Center Stage at 43 State Capitol Buildings for Christmas 2023

Thousands of households and churches across the country will be displaying nativity scenes that depict the birth of Jesus Christ. 

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Tuesday, 19 December 2023

Meta blocked access in Canada to news on Facebook and Instagram

Meta blocked news content on its platforms in Canada now that a law requires tech giants pay for it.

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Oklahoma Teen Gives Away 54,000 Toys to Kids in Need: 'It's About the Joy of Giving'

College freshman Reed Marcum understands the importance of giving back to those in need during the holidays. 

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Serial killer's ex-wife Monique Olivier convicted for part in murders

Monique Olivier, 75, was complicit in Michael Fourniret's murders, including of a British student.

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Monday, 18 December 2023

Woman kidnapped by Hamas says she was 'shown off like a trophy'

Yarden Roman-Gat was abducted from Kibbutz Be'eri and brought to Gaza during Hamas's 7 October attack.

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Ski Resort's Decision to Build 20-Foot Statue of Jesus' Mother Sparks Furor: 'Threatens to Alienate'

A California ski resort is under fire for plans to build a 20-foot statue of Jesus’ mother.

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Sunday, 17 December 2023

Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon's trial begins

His case has drawn international uproar and is seen as a test of Hong Kong's judicial independence.

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Watch: Crocodiles seen in Australia floodwaters

Record rainfall driven by a tropical cyclone has caused widespread flooding in the country’s north-east.

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Israel Gaza: Hostages shot by IDF put out 'SOS' sign written with leftover food

The three hostages were mistakenly killed in Gaza on Friday by Israeli troops.

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Saturday, 16 December 2023

Israel Gaza: The perils of hostage rescue

The shooting of three Israelis by IDF troops shows the risks of armed intervention in hostage situations.

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More than 60 migrants feared drowned off Libya, IOM says

An overcrowded boat is believed to have been swamped by high waves after leaving the city of Zuwara.

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Killed Gaza cameraman 'would bring joy to any place'

Al Jazeera journalist and cameraman Samer Abudaqa was killed by an Israel drone while working in Khan Younis.

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Alex Batty: British teen found in France returns to UK

Alex Batty, who was missing for six years, has returned to the UK, Greater Manchester Police says.

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Friday, 15 December 2023

Melania Trump makes rare speech at citizenship ceremony

The former first lady, originally from Slovenia, described the path to US citizenship as 'arduous'.

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Man Charged With Wrecking Satanic Temple's Iowa State Capitol Display: 'Beyond Repair'

A Mississippi man has been charged for allegedly vandalizing the Satanic Temple of Iowa's holiday display located in the state's Capitol building. 

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Thursday, 14 December 2023

Ex-FBI intel chief Charles McGonigal gets over 4 years in prison

Mr McGonigal is accused of trying to help a Russian oligarch get off a sanctions list.

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International House of Prayer Founder Admits to 'Inappropriate Behavior'

International House of Prayer Founder Mike Bickle has released a statement confessing to "inappropriate behavior" that took place nearly 20 years ago. 

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Wednesday, 13 December 2023

FL School Committee Unanimously Votes to Keep Bible in Libraries

A Florida school committee has voted to keep the Holy Bible on the shelves of the district's libraries after a local atheist activist complained the book was "too sensitive or controversial" for a typical classroom due to sexual and violent content. 

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US House to vote on formalising Biden impeachment inquiry

The Republican-led House is moving forward with a vote to formalise an inquiry into the US president.

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Moment elephant smashes van window in search of food in Sri Lanka

The driver remains remarkably calm, as the elephant pushes past him to reach food in the back seat.

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COP28: Three takeaways from the deal on fossil fuels

Climate reporter Esme Stallard breaks down the COP28 climate summit agreement - in less than a minute.

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Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Battle for Female Rights Hits Irish Dancing as Trans Performer Takes 1st Place from Girls

Parents and dance teachers involved in competitive Irish dancing are fighting to maintain fairness and equal rights for female performers after a biologically male teenager who identifies as a girl placed first in a female competition in Dallas, Texas.

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MN Families Fight School District for Right to Opt-Out of LGBTQ Curriculum

Minnesota families are asking the St. Louis Park Public School District to uphold their religious liberty and affirm their right to opt out of LGBTQ materials with sexual content being taught in elementary English classes.

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Monday, 11 December 2023

Fossil fuel backlash puts UN climate talks in jeopardy

The summit had appeared close to calling for a phase-out of fossil fuels but made last-minute changes.

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Texas Supreme Court Halts Controversial Abortion Ruling

The Texas Supreme Court paused a pregnant woman's request for an emergency abortion that doctors and her attorney argued would save her life. 

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Google: Barbie and Shakira among most searched in 2023

Barbie and Oppenheimer were the most-searched for films in 2023, and took £30m in their opening weekend.

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WWI Diaries Testify of a Legendary Christmas Day Truce

By the end of November 1914, there were over 1.5 million casualties on the Western Front. As the stalemate continued, it became clear the war would not be over by Christmas. Then something extraordinary happened.

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Sunday, 10 December 2023

Elite Afghan troops face return to Taliban after UK 'betrayal'

About 200 British-trained special forces soldiers are in danger as Pakistan expels undocumented foreigners.

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Zelensky faces key tests to re-energise West's support for Ukraine

A White House visit is on the Ukrainian leader's agenda as cracks appear among Western allies.

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Sudan war: Two people killed in attack on aid convoy in Sudan, says Red Cross

Seven others including three charity staff were injured in what the Red Cross has called a "deliberate attack".

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Spanish La Liga match abandoned after fan dies in stands

Granada's La Liga match with Athletic Bilbao is abandoned after a supporter dies in the stands at Nuevo Los Carmenes stadium.

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Saturday, 9 December 2023

Elizabeth Magill: UPenn president quits amid antisemitism row

She has faced mounting calls to resign since giving controversial Congressional testimony.

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DR Congo President Tshisekedi compares Rwanda counterpart Kagame to Hitler

Félix Tshisekedi accuses his counterpart in neighbouring Rwanda of wanting to expand.

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Friday, 8 December 2023

Sentenced to Work in Fast Food: Judge Gives Unusual Punishment to Woman in Chipotle Incident

Popularized in TV shows and movies, throwing food in someone's face has been the subject of comedy sketches ever since the Three Stooges appeared on movie screens in the mid-1930s. However, one Ohio woman recently found out that throwing hot food into someone's face in real life is no laughing matter. 

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Shane MacGowan: Tribute to 'trailblazer' at Tipperary funeral

The late Pogues singer is hailed as a poet as family, fans and famous friends mourn him in Tipperary.

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Hunter Biden Indicted on 9 New Tax Charges, Alleged 4-Year Scheme Involved Millions

A federal grand jury in California indicted Hunter Biden on nine counts Thursday, accusing him of failing to pay his taxes on millions of dollars he earned from foreign business ventures. 

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Thursday, 7 December 2023

Israel war cabinet minister's son killed in Gaza fighting

Gadi Eisenkot's son Gal, 25, died after a tunnel shaft exploded in northern Gaza, Israeli media say.

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PA Gov Calls UPenn President's Antisemitism Testimony to Congress 'Absolutely Shameful'

In an exchange with Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY), UPenn President Liz Magill would not say that genocidal chants against Jews amount to harassment.

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Gaza's food queues get longer and the hungry jump fences

As Gaza's food queues get longer, the UN says it cannot run a dependable humanitarian operation anymore.

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Young Woman Breaks Down in Tears Over Transgender Trauma, Says Psych Unit Missed 'Red Flags'

Another young woman is sharing her story of regret after she underwent medical and surgical sex procedures to transition into a trans-male.

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Wednesday, 6 December 2023

Parents Ask Appeals Court to Restore Opt-Outs for LGBTQ 'Pride' Storybooks

A group of multi-faith religious parents were in a federal appeals court Tuesday fighting for the right to opt their children out of LGBTQ storybooks that push one-sided ideology regarding gender and sexuality. The parents see it as extremist ideology, saying it's "forced inculcation."

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BBC reporter in Gaza: People here are traumatised and exhausted

People say life in Khan Younis is "indescribable" as Israel's bombardment of the south intensifies.

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'Do No Harm': Pediatricians Fight in Court as Biden HHS Tries to Force Them to Do Trans Procedures

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit is hearing oral arguments Wednesday in a case challenging a Health and Human Services (HHS) mandate that would force physicians to violate their sound medical judgment and/or their religious beliefs.

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Tuesday, 5 December 2023

What is Hamas and why is it fighting with Israel in Gaza?

Why did Hamas attack Israel, and what has happened in Gaza since the 7 October raid?

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Jewish Groups Sue CA University for 'Longstanding Unchecked Antisemitism'

The University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) is facing a lawsuit filed by two Jewish organizations over allegations that "longstanding unchecked antisemitism" has spread on the school's campus, including its law school. 

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Russia rejects offer to release jailed reporter Evan Gershkovich, US says

The Wall Street Journal reporter was arrested in Russia on espionage charges, which he has denied.

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New National Library of Israel Shines as Beacon of Hope from Israel to the USA

Despite the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attack and ongoing fighting, the newly renovated National Library of Israel (NIL) officially opened Oct. 29 in Jerusalem. While operating on a limited basis in the Holy Land, a world away in Virginia Beach, Virginia, treasures from the library are on exhibit showcasing the country's humanity in the face of inhumanity. 

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Monday, 4 December 2023

Wakeskater plunges off Dubai skyscraper pool in 'world first'

A three-time world champion combined wakeskating and base jumping in a stunt performed in Dubai.

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Rushdi Abualouf: 'It's so much harder to watch Gaza from the outside'

The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf talks about his sorrow at leaving Gaza and how he plans to go back some day.

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Ex-US ambassador Manuel Rocha charged over spying for Cuba

Manuel Rocha, a former US ambassador to Bolivia, was allegedly a secret agent for more than 40 years.

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62 Michigan Churches Leave United Methodist Church in Ongoing Exodus: 'We Move On'

The Michigan Conference of the United Methodist Church (UMC) approved the disaffiliations of 62 local churches that voted to leave the denomination during a virtual special session on Nov. 30.

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Sunday, 3 December 2023

Commonwealth Games: Gold Coast mayor scraps bid for 2026 event

The event is in doubt after the state of Victoria withdrew from hosting duties over spiralling costs.

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Beyoncé: Meet the designer who made her sparkle on tour

Hundreds of hours go into Gaurav Gupta's designs for Beyoncé, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion.

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Israeli forces reported to be pushing into southern Gaza

The head of Israel's military says the IDF is fighting "strongly and thoroughly" in south Gaza.

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Saturday, 2 December 2023

The country where Kissinger left a legacy of bombs and turmoil

Henry Kissinger died aged 100 this week. His policies caused widespread destruction in Cambodia.

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Watch moment powerful quake strikes Philippines

Videos show the violent tremors from two earthquakes in the Philippines.

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Israel-Gaza war: Residents of Khan Younis say Israeli strikes heaviest since start of war

Civilians in parts of north and south Gaza have been told to evacuate as Israel's renewed bombardment continues.

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Friday, 1 December 2023

Ethiopia pilgrims return to Aksum for festival in Ark of Covenant city

Aksum's authorities say half a million people are there for the first time since the Tigray war ended.

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Thursday, 30 November 2023

Israel recalls ambassador in war spat with Spain PM Pedro Sánchez

Pedro Sánchez deepens a row, saying he has "serious doubts" Israel is complying with humanitarian law.

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'Stunning' Surveillance Program Lets Law Enforcement Spy on Trillions of US Phone Calls

According to a recent letter sent by a U.S. senator to the Justice Department, there's a secret surveillance program tracking more than a trillion phone records within the United States each year.

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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer Warns of 'Five Alarm Fire' of Antisemitism

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) didn't mince words Wednesday on Capitol Hill where he denounced America's dramatic rise in antisemitism and the alarming rhetoric he's seen in the days following October 7th. 

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Wednesday, 29 November 2023

South African man jailed for inciting pro-Jacob Zuma riot in 2021

The former security guard is the first person to be convicted over the unrest in 2021.

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Women-Only Catholic College to Enroll Men Who Identify as Women, Furor Ensues

An all-women's Catholic college in Notre Dame, Indiana will now allow men who identify as women to enroll in their undergraduate program starting in the fall of 2024. 

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Germany teens held for alleged Christmas market attack plot

Police are said to have intervened to be on the safe side, after a specific target was identified.

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Sticky Vicky: Legendary Benidorm dancer dies aged 80

The X-rated performer had a legendary status among Brits travelling to the Spanish resort on holiday.

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Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Freed Hamas captives tell of fear, squalor and hunger

Israelis released from Gaza say they endured very little food, intimidation and no word from outside.

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Yoga sect leader Gregorian Bivolaru and followers arrested in France

Police raided the group, which is being investigated for rape, kidnapping, abuse and trafficking.

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Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Rescuers free 41 trapped workers

The workers were stuck for two weeks after a part of a tunnel they were working in collapsed.

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Monday, 27 November 2023

Ninety-eight Christmas trees and a gingerbread White House

Jill Biden unveils this year's White House holiday decorations, designed to evoke wonder and joy.

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Ancient Ukraine treasures returned after court battle

Golden helmets and precious gems are sent to Kyiv after a 10-year row with Russia over their ownership.

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Vermont Christian School Sues State After Being Punished for Biblical Views on Sexuality, Gender

A Christian school in Vermont is suing state officials for barring the school and its students from participating in the state's tuition program and sports league because of their biblical beliefs on sexuality and gender. 

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Sunday, 26 November 2023

Slick videos or more 'authentic' content? The Israel-Gaza battles raging on TikTok and X

Pro-Palestinian TikTok posts gain traction with Gen Z, while slicker Israeli content is popular on X.

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Davis Cup final 2023: Italy beat Australia to win first title for 47 years

Jannik Sinner beats Alex de Minaur in straight sets to secure Italy's first Davis Cup title for 47 years.

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Dozens kidnapped by motorcycle 'bandits' in north Nigeria

At least 100 are abducted over an unpaid "tax" the gunmen had imposed on villagers, residents say.

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Saturday, 25 November 2023

Indo-Chinese cuisine makes a splash in US dining

The cuisine, wildly popular in Indian streets and restaurants, is now finding a place on food menus in the US.

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Ukraine war: Fierce row erupts over 2024 election

Some right-wing US politicians want Ukraine to vote as scheduled next year. Ukrainians don't.

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Italy rallies to condemn violence against women draw huge crowds

Crowds gathered in major cities after a the killing of a student sent shockwaves across the country.

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Friday, 24 November 2023

Gaza hostages: 'My father wasn’t released, but I’m happy for those families'

Relatives of those held hostage by Hamas hope Friday's deal paves the way for more to be released.

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Israel-Gaza: Families' relief as hostages released

Hostages including young children and elderly women are freed from Gaza during a temporary ceasefire.

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France warns people off Black Friday clothes deals

The French government has launched a campaign encouraging people not to buy new clothes during festive sales.

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Dublin riot 'saw most riot police deployed in Irish state history'

Ireland's PM says about 500 people rioted after a knife attack outside a school in the city.

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Thursday, 23 November 2023

Japan ordered to compensate wartime 'comfort women'

A South Korean court has ordered Japan to compensate a group of women who were forced to work in wartime brothels.

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Dublin violence: Vehicles set alight and fireworks thrown at police

Other video shared on social media showed people throwing fireworks at police and setting cars of fire.

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Macy's Thanksgiving Parade: Annual event stars SpongeBob and minor protest

This year's Macy's event in Manhattan was briefly disrupted by a small pro-Palestinian demonstration.

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Wednesday, 22 November 2023

Dutch election: Anti-Islam populist Wilders ahead - exit poll

Veteran populist Geert Wilders is set to secure most seats, says an Ipsos exit poll.

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AP Source: 2 People in Vehicle that Exploded at NY/Canada Border Crossing Declared Dead at Scene

A vehicle exploded at a checkpoint on the American side of a U.S.-Canada bridge in Niagara Falls Wednesday, leaving two people dead and prompting the closing of four border crossings in the area, authorities said.

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Russia sending migrants to our border, Estonia says

Finland already says it is sealing most of its Russian border after migrants were encouraged to cross.

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George Washington's Proclamation of Thanksgiving: 'To the Great Lord and Ruler of Nations'

President Abraham Lincoln officially established Thanksgiving as a holiday during the Civil War, but did you know that decades before he did that, George Washington also called on Americans to a day of "public thanks-giving" to God. 

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Tuesday, 21 November 2023

The Pilgrims Brought the Values that Shaped Freedom-Loving America

The Pilgrims didn't just give America Thanksgiving celebrations. They believed religious freedom and liberty were worth dying for. They made the Bible America's most-read guide to life. And the Pilgrims' covenant with God and man in 1620 and the form of self-rule they pioneered would eventually shape America's Constitution and the entire government.

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Monday, 20 November 2023

Trump seeks to halt gag order in election meddling case

Mr Trump's gag order in DC 'sets a terrible precedent' for restricting speech, his attorney argues.

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261 GA Churches Leave United Methodist Church in Ongoing LGBTQ Schism

The exodus continues from the United Methodist Church (UMC) amid a schism over theological differences and the role of LGBTQ+ people in the church.

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BBC assesses footage of hostages and tunnels released by Israel

BBC Verify assesses footage of a tunnel and hostages released by Israel to prove Hamas used Gaza's al-Shifa hospital as a command centre.

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US Army Trying to Recruit Former Soldiers It Fired for Refusing COVID-19 Shot

The U.S. Army is mailing instructions to former soldiers who were summarily forced out of the service for refusing to get COVID-19 shots, hoping to convince them to rejoin as the Army continues to struggle with recruiting goals. 

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Sunday, 19 November 2023

Evacuated premature babies arrive at Gaza hospital

The babies were moved from al-Shifa hospital to receive urgent care in a neonatal intensive care unit.

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ATP Finals 2023 results: Novak Djokovic beats Jannik Sinner to win title

Novak Djokovic wins a record seventh ATP Finals title with a dominant victory over Jannik Sinner in Turin

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Yemen's Houthi rebels hijack cargo ship in Red Sea

The Iran-backed rebels say the vessel is Israeli - a claim denied by Israel which blames Iran.

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Saturday, 18 November 2023

Russia says it shot down Ukrainian drone headed towards Moscow

The claim comes after Ukraine said it destroyed 29 out of 38 drones launched by Russia on Friday night.

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Taylor Swift postpones Rio de Janeiro concert after death of fan

The US pop star says she is putting safety first after temperatures in the Brazilian city reached 39.1C.

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March reaches Jerusalem calling for release of Israeli hostages

Protesters walked from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, before demonstrating at the Israeli prime minister's residence.

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Hundreds leave Gaza's al-Shifa hospital as many feared killed at UN shelter

Israel denied forcing people out of al-Shifa on foot and did not confirm it had hit al-Fakhoura shelter.

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Friday, 17 November 2023

Israel says it will allow two trucks of fuel a day into Gaza

The UN warned yesterday it may have to suspend all of its activities in Gaza due to the lack of fuel.

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Ukraine war: Marines gain riverbank foothold but front lines barely move

Marines talk of progress on "several bridgeheads" but soldiers talk of fatigue at the front.

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2 Teen Deaths Spark Revivals in Kentucky & Florida: 'You Never Expect Him to Move This Big'

The untimely death of two Christian teenagers – one in Somerset, Kentucky, and the other in Palatka, Florida – has led to  revival movements among their separate communities. Residents say the teens' faith has been a "catalyst" to bring about a move of God. 

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Thursday, 16 November 2023

Canadian man guilty of Muslim family's murders in Ontario

Four members of the Afzaal family died after they were deliberately run over with a truck in Ontario.

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Gaza faces communications blackout due to lack of fuel

Israel defends blocking fuel deliveries, as the UN warns this could lead to a breakdown of civil order.

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Russian Carlsberg staff arrested after business seized

Two senior managers of Carlsberg's Russian subsidiary were arrested on Wednesday over allegations of fraud.

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Mayo Clinic Professor Sues College Over Free Speech

A professor at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has filed a lawsuit against the medical school after he was disciplined for telling media outlets his assessment of biological men participating in women's sports as trans athletes, and plasma treatments for COVID-19. 

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Wednesday, 15 November 2023

FBI Director Warns House Panel Threat of Terror Attack Now at Whole 'Nother Level'

The U.S. is on alert for terrorists in America in the wake of the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attacks on Israel. 

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Plane forced to return to airport after horse escapes crate

"We have a horse problem" -The jet was flying to Belgium when an equine passenger escaped its crate.

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Mobile Megachurch Among 8 Latest Churches in AL and FL to Leave the UMC

One of the largest United Methodist (UMC) congregations in Mobile, Alabama, along with seven other UMC churches officially disaffiliated from the United Methodist Church on Sunday amid the ongoing debate over ordaining gay clergy and homosexual marriage. 

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DOJ Targets 'High-End Brothel Network' Used by Politicians, Execs: 'Hundreds of Clients'

Three men have been arrested for their alleged connection in operating sophisticated high-end brothels in greater Boston and eastern Virginia.

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Tuesday, 14 November 2023

Iceland volcano: Moment house shakes after series of earthquakes

Thousands of people have been told to leave their homes over fears of a volcanic eruption.

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Tapfumaneyi Masaya: Abducted Zimbabwe opposition activist found dead

The targeting of Tapfumaneyi Masaya is part of a series of kidnappings of activists.

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Monday, 13 November 2023

The Leading Role of Faith in Ferguson, Helping to Heal and Unite

The death of Michael Brown propelled Ella Jones into politics. As the city of Ferguson's first Black and first woman mayor, the political newcomer is leaning on her longtime pastoral skills to help the city heal and unite.  

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Hungary theatre chief offers to quit after Romeo and Juliet accident

Two actors are in a serious condition following the accident during Romeo and Juliet.

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The Leading Role of Faith in Ferguson, Helping to Heal and Unite

The death of Michael Brown propelled Ella Jones into politics. As the city of Ferguson's first Black and first woman mayor, the political newcomer is leaning on her longtime pastoral skills to help the city heal and unite.  

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VA Attorney General Joins State AGs Calling for Removal of Foreign Students Who Support Terrorists

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares announced Monday he is joining a coalition of 20 state attorneys general sending a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas calling for the prompt removal of foreign student visa holders who have endorsed terror activity or provided material support to foreign terrorist organizations.

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Sunday, 12 November 2023

US Republican Senator Tim Scott pulls out of presidential campaign

The Republicans' only black senator has been trailing far behind Donald Trump in polls.

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DP World: Australia ports remain closed after cyber-attack

Operations at DP World sites in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth have been suspended since Friday.

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Five US troops die in training air crash in eastern Mediterranean

The service members died in a helicopter crash in a region where the US has boosted operations.

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Spain's conservatives rally against deal with Catalan separatists

Protests denounce a deal with Catalan separatists aimed at securing a new term for the Socialist PM.

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Saturday, 11 November 2023

Skating on a once-in-a-decade "ice window" in Alaska

Footage shows an ice rescue instructor skating on a rare window of ice in Alaska's Alpine lakes.

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French march against antisemitism shakes up far right and far left

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen plans to rally alongside major political parties but the far left refuses.

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Donald Trump: Legal experts see uphill battle in fraud case

Two weeks of testimony from Donald Trump and his family has hurt his case, say lawyers watching.

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Friday, 10 November 2023

Gucci and Moschino designer Davide Renne dies aged 46

Davide Renne, ex-head of women's wear at Gucci, joined Moschino as creative director just nine days ago.

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Operation Blessing Honors Veterans: Meet the US Vets in Charge of This Christian Aid Group

This Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, CBN's Operation Blessing (OB) is honoring all veterans who have served, supported, and protected our country. 

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Belgium detains two far-right terror suspects

Allegations against the pair include "recruiting people with the aim of committing terrorist crimes".

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Harvard President Condemns Genocidal Palestinian Slogan, Speaks Out on Antisemitism

With growing tension over antisemitic and pro-Hamas sentiment on campus, the president of Harvard University is now condemning a slogan commonly used by demonstrators. 

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Thursday, 9 November 2023

Japan volcano: Plumes of smoke as new island emerges after eruption

The island has already shrunk slightly as waves hit the "crumbly" formation.

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New Zealand: John Oliver's Bird of the Century backing ruffles feathers

US chat show host John Oliver's support of the pūteketeke is causing some controversy.

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Ecologist tracks birds of prey to find Israeli dead

Ohad Hatzofe said he is using his knowledge of bird behaviour to recover corpses after Hamas's attack.

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Wednesday, 8 November 2023

Hunter Biden and other family members subpoenaed by House committee

Republicans want to talk to the president's son and brother as part of their impeachment inquiry

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Massive 'March for Israel' Planned for DC, Nov. 14; Speaker Johnson Prays Aloud on Capitol Steps

Jewish organizations across the U.S. are calling on Jews to attend a massive pro-Israel rally in Washington, D.C. on Nov. 14. 

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Hamburg: Children detained over threats at two schools

Four children aged 12 to 14 are picked up by police in Germany along with two apparent toy guns.

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Tuesday, 7 November 2023

Hamas leader refuses to acknowledge killing of civilians in Israel

Deputy political leader Moussa Abu Marzouk says Hamas will release hostages only if Israel stops fighting.

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Hollywood Star Organizes Showing of IDF Footage of Deadly Hamas Attacks on Israelis

“Wonder Woman” star Gal Gadot — an Israeli national — is using her influence in Tinseltown to organize a screening of IDF footage of Hamas atrocities for a curated group of Hollywood elites.

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PRAY: Bishop Carlton Pearson Receiving 'Comfort Care' After 'Significant' Cancer Battle

Former megachurch pastor Bishop Carlton Pearson is now receiving "comfort care" as he battles advanced prostate cancer.

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Tuesday's 'Off-Year' Elections in Four States Could Give Insight into 2024 Presidential Battle

Off-year elections are taking place in spots across the country on Tuesday. Some of these state races could have nationwide implications, so they will be closely scrutinized for hints of what may come in the 2024 presidential election. 

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Monday, 6 November 2023

Israel-Gaza: The devastating effects of war on Gaza's children

The BBC's Fergal Keane reports on the children suffering in Gaza, and the impact the war is having on them.

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Israel Gaza war: Hamas-run health ministry says Gaza death toll passes 10,000

Israel started bombing the Palestinian territory after coming under attack from Hamas on 7 October.

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Sunday, 5 November 2023

Footballer Díaz begs father's ELN kidnappers to free him

Colombian-born Liverpool footballer Luis Díaz begs for his father's kidnappers to free him immediately.

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Foreign Gaza evacuees have 72 hours to leave Egypt

The deadline means people with non-British family who need to apply for UK visas risk overstaying.

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Musk says his new AI chatbot has 'a little humour'

The AI tool, designed to have a cheeky tone to its writing, is not yet widely available.

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Saturday, 4 November 2023

Rema, the Afrobeats star who does not intend to calm down

The meteoric rise of a Nigerian Afrobeats star prepared to hustle his way to global domination.

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Hostage situation at Germany's Hamburg airport - police

Special forces are deployed after reports that an armed man with a child drove through an airport gate.

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Israel-Gaza war: Ceasefire would allow Hamas to regroup, says Blinken

The US Secretary of State says such a step would allow Hamas to carry out further attacks.

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Friday, 3 November 2023

Tycoon Kaoru Nakajima hires iconic Palermo opera for birthday bash

Japanese businessman Kaoru Nakajima has reportedly spent a fortune renting the Sicilian city's swankiest spots.

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Gaza reporter removes protective vest after learning of colleague's death

A journalist working for Palestine TV was killed in a strike on Gaza, his network said.

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Democrats Divided as Progressives in Congress Blast Israel for Battling Hamas in Gaza

Some progressive Democrat lawmakers are criticizing the Israeli effort to battle Hamas in Gaza and they're calling for a ceasefire. Those actions are already coming with political ramifications. 

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Thursday, 2 November 2023

When they called their mother, Hamas answered the phone

Ditza Heiman, 84, is being held in Gaza and her daughter wants Israel to find a diplomatic solution.

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AZ Teacher on Leave After Wearing Devil's Horns, Declaring 'Hail Satan' Over Each Student

A Mesa, Arizona high school teacher has been placed on paid administrative leave after reportedly dressing up like the devil and saying "Hail Satan" to his students, according to KPNX-TV. 

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Many Americans Still Struggling with Inflation, Remain Worried About Economy

A majority of Americans are worried about the economy as many are still struggling to pay their bills for basic necessities like groceries. 

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US President Joe Biden calls for 'pause' in Israel-Gaza conflict

He was responding to a heckler's demand for a ceasefire in a war which has claimed thousands of lives.

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Wednesday, 1 November 2023

Why France's Emmanuel Macron is courting Central Asia

Uranium is of interest to Paris, unsure about its supply of the fuel after a coup in Niger in July.

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VA Attorney General Opens Investigation Into American Muslims for Palestine Nonprofit

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares announced Tuesday he has opened an investigation into AJP Educational Foundation, Inc., also known as American Muslims for Palestine (AMP), for potential violations of Virginia's charitable solicitation laws.

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Suspect in Custody for Posting Gruesome Death Threats Aimed at Jewish Students at Cornell

A Cornell University student was arrested Tuesday and accused of posting threatening statements online about Jewish students at the school, law enforcement officials said.

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Tuesday, 31 October 2023

King Charles speaks of 'great sorrow and regret' over British Empire 'wrongdoings'

King Charles said felt "great sorrow" for the Empire's actions during Kenya's struggle for independence.

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Anti-Israel, Anti-Jewish Tone Pushed by Isolationist Wing on Right

As Israel's war against Hamas expands into Gaza, so do concerns over the safety of Jews here in the U.S.  Antisemitism in America has been well documented on the political left, but elements of this hatred have emerged on the right-wing fringe as well.

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Legal row over 2,800,000% mark-up for African mask

A French couple cry foul after receiving only €150 for a mask that later fetched €4.2m at auction.

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'Domino Revival' Sparks Miracles, Deliverance, Baptisms - Now It's Returning to Theaters Nov. 13

A faith-based film that captures the "awe-inspiring power of Jesus Christ" through preaching, documented healings, and powerful deliverances will be back in theaters on November 13 due to popular demand.

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Monday, 30 October 2023

Ukraine war: Whole family shot dead in Russian-occupied Ukrainian town

Russian soldiers are suspected of killing nine people, including two children, in the town of Volnovakha.

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IHOP Founder Mike Bickle Accused of Sexual Abuse, Asked Not to Teach or Preach

Mike Bickle, the founder and longtime leader of the International House of Prayer in Kansas City, Missouri (IHOPKC) has been accused of sexual abuse by women spanning several decades. 

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VIRAL VIDEO Shows Hate-Filled, Suicidal Addict Finally Finds Freedom in Jail: 'Jesus Transformed Me'

For years, the non-profit ministry God Behind Bars has shared the amazing testimonies of prison inmates who have experienced transformations through giving their lives to Jesus Christ. And their latest compelling documentary about a young man who died, came back to life and encountered Jesus is now going viral. 

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Facebook and Instagram launch ad-free subscription tier in EU

The platforms' owner Meta said its new subscription was about addressing EU concerns, rather than making money.

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Sunday, 29 October 2023

Inside Al-Quds Hospital after nearby 'rocket attack', says Red Crescent

Footage shows the inside of a hospital in Gaza after what the Palestinian Red Crescent says was a nearby rocket attack.

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Matthew Perry's life in pictures

A look back at the Friends star's career

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Saturday, 28 October 2023

Israel recalls diplomats from Turkey in Gaza row

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Israel of behaving like a "war criminal" in its bombing of Gaza.

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'We will win, we will prevail', promises Israeli PM

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is launching "massive air strikes" as it expands its ground offensive in Gaza.

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Friday, 27 October 2023

Could an Israeli ground invasion of Gaza meet its aims?

Israeli forces are expanding ground operations in Gaza, and their ultimate goal is to dismantle Hamas.

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Witnesses of Maine's Mass Shootings Share Stories of Survival, Suspect Still on the Loose

The manhunt continues for the suspect in the Lewiston, Maine, mass shootings. Authorities say 40-year-old Robert Card fatally shot 18 people and wounded more than a dozen Wednesday night.

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Thursday, 26 October 2023

Africa's week in pictures: 13-19 October 2023

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

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Ukraine war: Russia executing own retreating soldiers, US says

The White House says heavy losses and poor morale are leading to mutinies in some units.

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Florida Orders State Universities to Disband Pro-Palestinian Group for Supporting Terrorism

Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration is ordering state universities to ban a pro-Palestinian student organization from campuses, saying it illegally backs Hamas terrorists who murdered Israeli civilians earlier this month.

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Wednesday, 25 October 2023

Gaza's hospitals treating emergency cases only as fuel runs low

Hospitals warn that life-saving equipment will soon stop working without fuel for their generators.

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BREAKING: Republicans Finally Pick a House Speaker - Here's Who It Is

Republicans have finally elected the next Speaker of the House of Representatives. He's being described as a staunch conservative, but he's clearly got the support of the majority of Republicans.

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Russia says it rehearsed 'massive' nuclear strike

The drills come as Moscow pulls out of a treaty banning physical nuclear weapons tests.

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Tuesday, 24 October 2023

Israel-Gaza war: The brutal impact on Gaza's children

The BBC's Fergal Keane reports on the young lives shattered by violence.

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'He's Pouring Out His Spirit': Revival and Mass Baptisms Not Slowing Down in Gen Z

The move of the Holy Spirit sweeping college campuses doesn't appear to be slowing down. Auburn University is one of the latest schools where revival sparked during a worship event, and eyewitnesses tell CBN News the spiritual transformation of these students is very real.   

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Off-duty pilot accused of trying to crash Alaska Airlines jet cites breakdown

Joseph Emerson tried to shut off fuel to the jet's engine after suffering a breakdown, court documents say.

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COGIC Bishop to CBN News: After Centuries of Enemies, There's Only 1 Reason Israel Is Still Here

Bishop Glenn Plummer of the Church of God in Christ and his wife Pauline have lived in Israel for three years. Pauline was in Israel when Hamas conducted its bloody invasion of southern Israel on Oct. 7, but she was able to leave and return to the United States. CBN News spoke with Bishop Plummer recently about why it's important to support the Jewish state, and what he sees ahead for its future.

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Monday, 23 October 2023

BBC correspondents answer your questions on the conflict between Israel and Hamas

Our correspondents answer your questions on the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

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TX High School Cross-Country Runner Collapses After Finishing Race, Dies Short Time Later

A Fort Worth, Texas teenager tragically collapsed and later died after posting his personal best time during a 5K race earlier this month. 

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'Hamas said they wouldn’t shoot, then murdered my daughter’

A daughter killed and father abducted - and Hamas filmed the family's ordeal on Facebook live.

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Pilots on Regional Passenger Jet say a 3rd Pilot in Cockpit Tried to Shut Down Engines

A pilot riding in the extra seat in the cockpit of a Horizon Air passenger jet tried to shut down the engines in midflight and had to be subdued by the two pilots.

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Sunday, 22 October 2023

Foxconn: Taiwan-based iPhone-maker investigated by China

Chinese state media reports some of the Taiwan-based firm's mainland operations are being investigated.

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Mohamed Muizzu: The Maldives' new president wants India out

In an exclusive interview, Dr Mohamed Muizzu tells the BBC he wants all Indian troops removed.

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Saturday, 21 October 2023

Pepper X: Eating world's hottest pepper was euphoric, says creator

Ed Currie describes eating peppers "all day long", and his record-breaking feat.

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Israel-Gaza war: UN agencies call for Gaza ceasefire as aid arrives

A joint statement from Unicef, the World Food Programme and the WHO calls the situation "catastrophic".

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Why Indonesia can’t stop crocodile attacks

The country sees the most crocodile attacks in the world - and the problem could get even worse.

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Ukraine war: Kharkiv postal building missile strike kills six

The regional governor Oleh Syniehubov says a further 14 people have been taken to hospital with injuries.

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Friday, 20 October 2023

DEVELOPING: Hamas Releases 2 US Hostages

Two American hostages kidnapped from Israel by Hamas terrorists were reportedly released into Israeli custody on Friday. 

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'Cards for Kids' Campaign Sends Comforting Notes to Israeli Children Enduring War

An 11-year-old boy from New York is trying to lift the spirits of children in Israel, wanting them to know we've got their back.

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US State Dept Issues Travel Alert for All US Citizens as Hamas War Raises Threat Levels

The U.S. Department of State has advised all U.S. citizens traveling overseas to "exercise increased caution" due to rising global tensions spawned by the huge Hamas terror invasion of Israel and the resulting Israel-Hamas war, the department said in a travel advisory issued Thursday. 

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Thursday, 19 October 2023

China has sharply expanded nuclear arsenal, US says

Beijing now possesses some 500 operational nuclear warheads, a new Pentagon report says.

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Israel Gaza: The world is losing its humanity, UNRWA chief says

Gaza's war could spread and the region is on the "edge of an abyss", Philippe Lazzarini tells the BBC.

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Chick-fil-A Releases Free Digital Cookbook, Puts a Spin on Classics to Reduce Food Waste

Chick-fil-A has found a new way to get us to "Eat Mor Chikin" with recipes you can try at home, inspired by the company's famous golden, crispy chicken sandwich. 

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Wednesday, 18 October 2023

Jim Jordan loses second vote in US House Speaker bid

Divided Republicans consider a stand-in as the Ohioan's bid to lead Congress's lower chamber falters.

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New Study Shows Majority of Americans Wish They Read the Bible More

A majority of Americans say they wish they read the Bible more but say they fail to do so, because they don't have enough time, a new research reveals. 

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Inside an Israeli 'war room' on the volatile Lebanon border

An all-female team of Israeli soldiers monitors cameras along Israel's volatile northern frontier.

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Tuesday, 17 October 2023

Jordan loses first round of House Speaker vote

Mr Jordan is scrambling to win over holdouts, with another vote to be held on Wednesday morning.

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Family seeks answers after Israel kidnap live-stream horror

One man is trying to piece together what happened to loved ones based on live streams made by Hamas.

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IRS Plans Limited Rollout of Free E-File Tax Return System with Invitations to Select Taxpayers

The IRS plans to invite select taxpayers across 13 states to try out the agency's pilot electronic free file tax return system beginning in January.

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Britney Spears says she had abortion when dating Justin Timberlake

The pop star was in her late teens and dating Justin Timberlake at the time, according to memoir extracts.

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Monday, 16 October 2023

'We are not leaving' - The families who won't evacuate Gaza City

Despite a looming Israeli ground assault, many families are unwilling or unable to leave northern Gaza.

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FBI Director Says Terror Threats Rising in U.S. After Hamas Attack on Israel

Government officials are warning of a rising threat of terror attacks in the United States since Hamas attacked Israel a week ago.  

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Two dead in Brussels shooting

The victims were shot close to the centre of the city and the gunman remains at large, prosecutors say.

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Sunday, 15 October 2023

Dariush Mehrjui: Iranian director and wife found dead

Authorities in Iran say the couple was found dead at home after sustaining knife wound injuries.

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Gaza doctor: We consume a month’s medical supplies a day

British Palestinian Surgeon, Prof Ghassan Abu-Sittah, describes the "overwhelming" numbers of wounded coming to Gaza’s Al-Shifa hospital.

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One week in Gaza: 'There are no safe places here'

Bombs, shortages, a life on the run. Bisan Owda, a filmmaker, has been documenting her days under siege.

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Saturday, 14 October 2023

Annular Solar eclipse 2023: Ring of fire sweeps over Americas

The annular solar eclipse crossed North, Central, and South America on Saturday.

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'I don't eat or sleep' says husband of new mother missing after Hamas attacks

New mother Celine Ben David Nagar was on a weekend away with friends - now she's thought to be in Gaza.

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Watch: Skies darken during annular solar eclipse

Stargazers witness a spectacular celestial event in parts of the US, Central and South America.

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Friday, 13 October 2023

Israel-Gaza conflict proves treacherous ground for US politicians

Turbulence caused by the fighting in the Middle East could upend the 2024 presidential race.

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Donors Push Glenn Youngkin to Take the Presidential Plunge - but Will He?

A retreat at the historic Cavalier Hotel in Virginia Beach seems like a relaxing getaway, but the one later this month will be anything but. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin will meet with wealthy GOP donors hoping to convince him to run for president. 

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France raises security level after school knife attack

France is put on its highest counter-terrorism alert, following the death of a teacher stabbed at a high school.

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Thursday, 12 October 2023

New Zealand election: Disillusioned voters eye shift away from the left

Three years on from Jacinda Ardern's sweeping victory, polls indicate voters will desert Labour.

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Christian Evangelical Leaders Declare Support for Israel's Right to Self-Defense

A group of American Christian evangelical leaders have signed a letter standing by Israel's right and duty to defend itself, for the need to protect the lives of innocent Palestinian civilians, and for all Christians to pray. 

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New York's iconic subway voice on coming out trans

The city's voice on subways and airports, Bernie Wagenblast, talks about the challenges of her transition.

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Wednesday, 11 October 2023

Madonna's Celebration Tour: Greatest hits show to feature more than 40 songs

The star's musical director Stuart Price shares some of the secrets of her long-awaited world tour.

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The Voice: Why Australia trails New Zealand on Indigenous journey

Australia will soon hold a historic vote - its neighbour is well ahead on recognising Indigenous people.

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Matt Gaetz got what he wanted in removing US Speaker. Now what?

The right-wing Republican helped orchestrate the downfall of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Why?

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GOP Nominates Steve Scalise to Be Next House Speaker, but Now What?

House Republicans have formally nominated Rep. Steve Scalise (R-LA) as the conference's pick to be the next Speaker of the House. But the nomination doesn't place the speaker's gavel in Scalise's hand. 

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Israel hostage crisis is every government's worst nightmare

Israel has to decide whether to attempt a rescue of those held in Gaza - or wait to strike a deal.

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'PRAY!' Olympic Gold Medalist Mary Lou Retton Fights for Life in ICU

Olympic gold medal-winning gymnast Mary Lou Retton is fighting for her life, and her daughter is asking people to pray as her mother battles a rare form of pneumonia. 

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Tuesday, 10 October 2023

Matty Healy defends Malaysia kiss during 1975 concert in Dallas

The 1975 frontman read a prepared speech from his phone as the Dallas crowd cheered and applauded.

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Homeschooling Asylum Seekers Receive One-Year Deportation Reprieve

A Christian family who fled Germany in 2008 to homeschool their five children and who have been seeking asylum in the United States ever since have been granted a one-year reprieve from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after being suddenly told their deferred status had been revoked and they had four weeks to leave the country.  

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Pumpkin weighing 2,749lb squashes world record

After watering his gourd 12 times a day since April, a teacher wins the world championships in California.

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Ministry Frees 40,000 Women and Children from Sex Trafficking: 'Now I Believe in Jesus'

In an alarming revelation of the rampant spread of child pornography and sex trafficking, one man has spent his career bringing hope to those who are being sold for perverted gain. CBN News visited a training center run by Victor Marx of All Things Possible Ministries and learned about a fascinating new strategy for saving women caught in sex trafficking.

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'Where do we go?' - Nowhere safe in Gaza as Israeli strikes intensify

Rimal, Gaza City's wealthiest area, was a safe haven before a wave of Israeli strikes overnight.

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Kibbutz Kfar Aza: Hamas killed whole families

The BBC's International Editor Jeremy Bowen has visited the village Kfar Aza - the site of a massacre committed by Hamas near the border with Gaza.

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Monday, 9 October 2023

How to make cars less dangerous for pedestrians

New rules and tech could make cars safer for vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists.

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Sikkim: Deadly Indian glacial lake flash flood exposes lack of warning system

After deadly flash floods in Sikkim, experts question why an early warning system was not in place.

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Thousands of US Teenage Boys Victimized as Online Sextortion Scams 'Explode'

Thousands of teenage boys across the country have become victims of financial sextortion. It happens when an adult contacts a minor over an online platform such as a game, app, or social media account. 

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Supernova festival: How massacre unfolded from verified video and social media

The footage that shows joy turning to horror at an Israeli music festival in the desert.

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Israel attack: 12 Thai nationals killed, 11 kidnapped

30,000 Thai nationals work in Israel, and Thai air force planes are on standby to fly its citizens home.

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Sunday, 8 October 2023

Kiptum shatters marathon record and moves within reach of two-hour mark

Kenyan Kelvin Kiptum shatters the men's marathon world record in Chicago as he beats compatriot Eliud Kipchoge's previous mark by more than 30 seconds.

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Five female MCs who changed hip-hop? Eve makes her choice

The history of hip-hop is dominated by men but a new BBC documentary sets out to correct the record.

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Loud explosion heard in Gaza halts BBC journalist's on air report

Rushdi Abu Alouf was speaking to the BBC News Channel when a loud explosion was heard.

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‘I feel hopeless': Living in a country on the brink

Two years into an economic crisis and unable to hold their leaders to account, young Lao see no hope.

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Bavaria election results: Scholz coalition dealt a blow

Conservative and right-wing gains in Bavaria and Hesse will be felt across Germany.

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Saturday, 7 October 2023

Mali crisis: Life in Timbuktu and Gao under siege by Islamist fighters

Al-Qaeda-linked militants have blockaded cities as government forces fight Tuareg separatist groups for control of Northern Mali.

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Israel faces 'long, difficult war' after Hamas attack from Gaza

Militants are still fighting in Israel, says the military, after an unprecedented Hamas attack.

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Watch: How Hamas' shock attack on Israel unfolded

Watch the footage of unprecedented scenes in Israel and Gaza, verified and explained by the BBC.

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People hide in homes as Palestinian militants enter from Gaza

People in towns near the Gaza Strip are phoning news stations saying they are trapped in their homes.

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Friday, 6 October 2023

Can India cricketers win World Cup for a billion fans?

They are playing at home which could be an advantage but also a pressure point, writes Suresh Menon.

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Oral Roberts University Gets Historic $2.2M Grant: 'A Game Changer for ORU'

Oral Roberts University aims to address the unique challenges faced by college students by expanding academic support for at-risk students.

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Talks after US fighter jet shoots down armed Turkish drone in Syria

Ankara vows to continue targeting Kurdish groups but the US calls for more coordination between the Nato allies.

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Retired US Army sergeant arrested for alleges attempts to spy for China

Joseph Schmidt allegedly searched for information on online spy forums and how spies are recruited.

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The Homeschooling Miracle in the Pacific Northwest: 'Nothing Is Impossible for God'

Heidi St. John and her husband Jay started The Homeschool Resource Center in Washington state twenty years ago. What began as a small, humble homeschool ministry has now outgrown two locations thanks to a booming demand. 

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Operation Blessing Sends Transitional Homes for Hawaiians Left Homeless by Maui Fires

Housing is a desperate need for victims of the fires that devastated the Hawaiian town of Lahaina on the island of Maui in August. About 2,700 people are still living in hotels. So CBN's Operation Blessing is shifting into high gear to help out.

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Thursday, 5 October 2023

Former Duluth Vineyard Church Youth Pastor Charged with Sexually Abusing 5 Girls

A former Duluth, Minnesota youth pastor at The Vineyard Church is facing criminal sexual conduct charges involving five young girls. 

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Fire breaks out at Ryder Cup venue in Rome

Video from the Italian fire brigade shows smoke at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club.

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Philly Nonprofit Founder Robert Woodson Points to City's Lenient DA After Recent Mob Looting

Philadelphia's district attorney said he'll apply "individual justice" to those responsible for last week's looting of several stores in the City of Brotherly Love.

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New York subway gunman sentenced to life in prison

Smoke bombs were set off in a crowded carriage before 10 people were shot in the 2022 attack.

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Wednesday, 4 October 2023

How China is fighting in the grey zone against Taiwan

China is flexing its military muscles short of a full-blown war - and that is part of the strategy.

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Voice referendum: Indigenous rights vote is a reckoning for Australia

A historic vote on whether to elevate First Nations voices is forcing Australia to examine its past.

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Republican Tells CBN News He Ousted McCarthy for 'Biden-Pelosi-Schumer Policies... Bankrupting Us'

One of the eight Republicans who voted to end Kevin McCarthy's term as Speaker of the House told CBN News why he was a "yes" vote. 

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Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX crypto fraud trial opens in NY

The former crypto billionaire is accused of "one of the biggest financial frauds in US history".

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Samaritan's Purse Gives 16 Kentucky Families New Homes in 'New Hope Acres' Subdivision

Samaritan's Purse is building a new 60-home subdivision for tornado survivors in Mayfield, Kentucky. Franklin Graham recently dedicated the first 16 homes to God, giving the keys to each of the families. 

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Transgender Runner in Maine Goes from 172nd Place Against Boys to 4th Place Against Girls

A transgender high school sophomore in Maine is facing backlash for dominating girls cross-country after competing just last year in the sport as a boy and only placing 172nd in the district. 

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Tuesday, 3 October 2023

CO Supreme Court to Hear Christian Baker Jack Phillips' Free Speech Case

After a graphic artist who didn't want to design wedding websites for homosexual couples won a victory at the U.S. Supreme Court this summer, Colorado's highest state court said Tuesday it will hear the case of a Christian baker who declined to make a cake celebrating a gender transition. 

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The moment McCarthy is removed as House speaker

The right wing of the Republican Party voted to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.

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Ros Atkins on... Why Hunter Biden is in trouble

The BBC's analysis editor examines the first ever criminal prosecution of a sitting US president's child.

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Illegal Migrants to Get Green Cards First as Thousands of Faith Leaders to Get Booted

Due to a procedural change in how the U.S. government processes some green cards, faith communities across the nation may lose thousands of leaders and workers when their temporary work visas expire. 

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At least 20 dead as Venice bus plunges from bridge

The bus crashed off an overpass in the Mestre district on the mainland, officials say.

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As Trump NY Trial Begins, Critics Say Weaponized Justice System Is Proof of a 'Political Revolution'

Former President Donald Trump took his seat at the defendant's table as a $250 million civil fraud trial began Monday in New York.

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Monday, 2 October 2023

Fact-checking Trump's claims about New York fraud trial

Outside court, Mr Trump raged against the prosecutor and judge. We took a closer look at what he said.

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Federal Judge Upholds State's Right to Work with Faith-Based Adoption Agencies

A federal judge has upheld South Carolina's right to partner with faith-based foster care ministries in two separate cases. 

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'They Want God': Hundreds Come Forward to Give Their Lives to Jesus at JWLKRS Conference

Thousands of young people gathered together to worship Jesus, pray, and have their faith encouraged at the JWLKRS (Jesus-Walkers) Conference in Orlando, Florida, last week. Now, hundreds are testifying that the Holy Spirit moved during that meeting and ignited a "generation on fire for God."  

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Haiti crisis: Can Kenyan police officers defeat the gangs?

The UN approves the offer to send 1,000 police officers but many question their suitability.

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'God Doing Something Unusual': Revival, Salvations, Baptisms Ongoing in Tiny Kentucky Town

The small town of Slaughters, Kentucky, (pop. 186) is experiencing what has been described as "God doing something unusual" among the area's young people after a few days of unrest occurred at the local high school just a few weeks ago. 

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Saudi football side refuse to play in Iran due to statue

Al-Ittihad's Asian Champions League match with Iran's Sepahan is called off after the Saudi team refused to leave their dressing room.

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Sunday, 1 October 2023

Why government shutdowns seem to only happen in US

Government shutdowns have become a frequent - and protracted - uniquely American problem.

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Las Vegas Sphere: Look inside the new venue for the first time

Rock band U2 headline the new ball-shaped venue as it finally opens its doors to the public.

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Ten Cuban migrants hiding in truck die in Mexico accident

At least 17 others are injured after the vehicle flipped over on a motorway in Chiapas state.

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Senegal's navy intercepts boats carrying 600 would-be migrants

They were attempting the treacherous crossing to Spain's Canary Islands - a gateway to Europe.

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Saturday, 30 September 2023

World Cup 2023: Can India shed the chokers tag in big cricket tournaments?

Since 2013, India started favourites, only to flop in the knock-out stage or finals of ICC tournaments.

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Yury Garavsky: Swiss trial acquits man who admitted abducting Belarus politicians

A Belarusian is released despite giving a detailed account of disappearing opposition members.

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It's bears versus robot wolves in ageing Japan

As bear attacks rise in Japan's sparsely populated villages, robot wolves have become a solution.

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Maldives election: Pro-China candidate Muizzu wins presidency

Mohamed Muizzu ran an "India out" campaign as the current leader favours good relations with Delhi.

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Last supermoon of the year captured on camera

A space enthusiast in Kathmandu, Nepal films the spectacle with his mobile phone through a telescope.

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US one step closer to avoiding government shutdown

The House of Representatives approves a temporary funding solution - which excludes aid for Ukraine.

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Friday, 29 September 2023

US urges Serbia to withdraw troops from Kosovo border as tensions rise

In response to the "current situation", the UK sends troops to join Nato peacekeepers Kfor in Kosovo.

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Cricket World Cup 2023: India's highs and lows in World Cup cricket

The country had some magical moments but also many heartbreaks in World Cup cricket in over 48 years.

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Evergrande: The rise and fall of the property giant's billionaire founder

Hui Ka Yan, the founder of a crisis-hit Chinese property giant, is under police surveillance.

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New York City: State of emergency declared over flash flooding

Subway systems in New York City have flooded and a terminal at LaGuardia Airport is closed.

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'Only by the Blood of Jesus': Evangelist Will Graham Reaches 23,000 with Gospel; 1,500 Choose Christ

Evangelist Will Graham is sharing the good news of the Gospel all around the globe with his latest outreaches touching more than 23,000 people in both North and South America. 

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‘We Had Nothing’: Immigrant Who Came to US With $20 Is Surprised By $10,000 Tip for Restaurant Staff

When Alfonso Brito immigrated to the U.S. from Mexico, he and his wife had just $20 to their names — but things have changed for the better since they first crossed the border.

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Thursday, 28 September 2023

Sweden gangs: PM summons army chief after surge in killings

Ulf Kristersson says "everything is on the table" after three people are killed in 12 hours.

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GOP Lawmakers Begin President Biden Impeachment Inquiry, Democrats Call for Hard Evidence

House Republicans are working to build a case for impeaching President Joe Biden. A series of inquiry hearings in the House Oversight Committee kicked off Thursday.   

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Women found in lorry in France face deportation

Six women were rescued from a lorry on Wednesday after a BBC journalist helped alert French police.

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Reclaiming Biological Fact: The Importance of Scientific Gender Definitions

How did something that is objective reality, confirmed by science, and just plain common sense become controversial or undefinable? Liberty Counsel's Mat Staver analyzes the facts and the truth about the gender debate in America.

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AZ School Board Sued by Member for Banning Bible Reading at Meetings: 'It's Just Simply Censorship'

A school board member in Arizona is suing her board because they told her she could not quote Bible verses in meetings.

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Focus on the Family Invites Kids to 'Bring Your Bible to School' on Oct. 5 - But That's Just Step 1

A small act of faith is rippling across the nation leading thousands of students to bring their Bibles to school on the first Thursday in October to pray, share the Gospel, and celebrate religious freedom.

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Gunman kills three in twin Rotterdam shootings - Dutch police

A 14-year-old girl and her mother among victims after attacks in two locations in the Dutch city.

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Trump loses bid to delay New York civil fraud trial

Mr Trump and three of his adult children are among witnesses who are expected to be called in the case.

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FBI Denies FOIA Request in 2020 Case of Faked Applications by National Voter Registration Firm

In 2020, the FBI took over an investigation into alleged voter registration fraud that happened in Muskegon, Michigan. Now that case is making headlines because the agency has denied a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request regarding the federal probe, claiming an exemption in the act protects ongoing investigations.   

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Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Franklin Graham Dedicates New Samaritan's Purse Airlift Response Center

Samaritan's Purse, the international humanitarian response ministry headquartered in Boone, North Carolina, now has a new airlift response center in Greensboro.  

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Trump and Biden woo striking workers in preview of 2024

The duelling appearances are an early skirmish in the battle for working Americans' vote next year.

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Target Closing Nine Stores Across 4 States, Citing Theft and Violence

Retail giant Target announced Tuesday it will close nine stores in several large cities across four states due to violence, theft, and organized retail crime.

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'It's good to be home,' after 371 days in space

Astronaut Frank Rubio now holds the record for the longest continuous space flight in US history.

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7 Republicans Make Their Case in Second GOP Debate as Trump Offers Counter-Programming

The second Republican presidential primary debate is happening Wednesday night at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley, California. But for the second time, the leading player won't be there. 

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Iraq wedding fire: How the blaze unfolded

Around 100 people have died and 100 others injured after a fire broke out during a wedding in Iraq.

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Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Amazon: US accuses online giant of illegal monopoly

The Federal Trade Commission alleges Amazon uses "unfair" and "illegal" strategies to keep power.

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NYC Agrees to Spend $1.365 Billion to Rent Hotels to House Migrants

New York City officials' ongoing quest for shelters to house the migrants flooding into Gotham has led them to rent the historic Roosevelt Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. And it turns out all that rental money will go to Pakistan.

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Canada's Speaker Anthony Rota resigns after Nazi in parliament row

Anthony Rota resigns after unwittingly praising a 98-year-old Ukrainian who fought for a Nazi unit.

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Monday, 25 September 2023

Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss

In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation and Harry and Meghan.

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US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms.

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Ukraine: The soldiers who can’t leave the front line until the war is over

For Ukrainian troops, life on the front line is far from easy, as the BBC's Mark Urban witnessed up close.

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Here's How a Government Shutdown Could Affect Millions of Americans

The pay for millions of federal workers could stop in a few days if a funding agreement is not passed by Congress.  

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Passengers left upside down as ride malfunctions in Canada

The park's maintenance team brought the passengers safely to the ground after 30 minutes.

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Sunday, 24 September 2023

Canada row over parliament praise for Ukrainian Nazi war veteran

The speaker of Canada's House of Commons apologises for honouring a man who served in a Nazi unit.

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Hollywood writers in deal to end US studio strike

Screenwriters hail an "exceptional" tentative deal to end a strike that has halted film and TV production.

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Electric car rules could cost carmakers billions

New Brexit trade rules could push up the price of electric cars, manufacturers warn.

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Kosovo and Serbia row over monastery gun battle

A Kosovan policeman and three ethnic Serb gunmen are dead after a siege of a monastery in Kosovo.

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The shadowy Chinese firm that owns chunks of Cambodia

It secured a deal to control a fifth of Cambodia's coastline - 15 years on, it has barely got started.

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Ukraine war: Training to clear the world's most heavily mined country

How British military bomb disposal teams are helping Ukrainian engineers clear Russian minefields.

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Niger coup: Macron says France to withdraw troops and ambassador

French president says ambassador will leave and all military cooperation will end in "the months to come".

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Saturday, 23 September 2023

Osiris-Rex: Nasa awaits fiery return of asteroid Bennu samples

A capsule carrying rocky debris from asteroid Bennu is about to streak through the sky above Utah.

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French rapper MHD gets 12 years in jail for murder

MHD, a pioneer of "Afro trap" music, was tried for the gang murder of a young man in Paris in 2018.

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Trudeau facing cold reality after lonely week on world stage

As tensions with India rise, Canada is calling its friends - but they're not answering.

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The Archies: Why an American comic book evokes nostalgia in Indians

Archie Comic fans explain why the comic was so popular in the 1990s and whether it can be reinvented.

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Rare 'Dumbo' octopus filmed on deep sea live stream

The octopus with ear-like fins resembling the Disney character was filmed at a depth of more than 1,000 metres.

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TikTok frenzies 'putting police and schools under strain'

The warning comes after a BBC investigation into disruption driven by the social media platform's algorithms.

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Friday, 22 September 2023

‘The state says our kids don’t exist’ - how LGBT life is changing in Italy

Italy is removing children from registers and stopping surrogacy abroad in new rules affecting same-sex couples.

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Bob Menendez steps down as US Senate foreign relations chairman after indictment

Top Democrats turn on Robert Menendez amid allegations of gold bars and jackets stuffed with cash.

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Ukraine war: Moment missile hits Russia's Black Sea fleet HQ

Video verified by the BBC shows a Ukrainian missile hitting Russia's Black Sea fleet HQ in Crimea.

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Ukraine hits HQ of Russia's symbolic Black Sea navy

The attack comes as Ukraine's president made an unannounced visit to meet Canada's PM in Ottawa.

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'Repent Tents' and 10-Foot Cross to Be Placed at TN Capitol for Non-Stop Prayer: 'Desperation for God'

Faith leaders in Tennessee are sending out a "clarion call" to other believers to join them next week to praise, worship, and intercede for America in hopes of not only seeing a change in the nation but to "advance God's Kingdom" to save the lost.  

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Pastor Gets Pulled Over for Speeding, Then Police Officer Gives Him an Escort Instead of a Ticket

After being pulled over for speeding, a Springfield, Illinois pastor won't soon forget the kindness of a local police officer who escorted him directly to the hospital after he explained his daughter was experiencing a life-threatening medical condition. 

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Chandrayaan-3: Indian space agency Isro says no signal yet from Moon lander

Chandrayaan-3 was dormant during lunar night, but the extreme cold could have harmed its batteries.

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Thursday, 21 September 2023

2024 Defense Budget Held Hostage in Ongoing Republican 'Civil War'

A Republican civil war -- that's the feeling over continued infighting between House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) and the more conservative wing of his own party. 

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Brazil's top court boosts indigenous rights in landmark ruling

The Supreme Court sets a precedent for land claims by restoring territory to the Xokleng people.

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Reagan Conservatism, Trump Populism and the Future of the GOP: What's Next?

The last time Republicans debated in Simi Valley California at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, participants included then-candidate Donald Trump. He won't be on the debate stage this time around, and he's also one of the main reasons the GOP is no longer considered the party of Reagan.

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Iran stops families marking anniversaries of protesters' deaths

Relatives say they are being forced to cancel anniversary memorials for those killed last year.

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Apocalyptic Scenes Abound in Darien Gap as Migrants Smash Record in Race to US Border

The migrants flooding into the U.S. are part of an unbroken chain stretching all the way to South America. The impact of thousands of people making the trek north is taking a huge toll on the communities they pass through. 

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Wednesday, 20 September 2023

Inside Tiktok's real-life frenzies - from riots to false murder accusations

Former staff and users tell the BBC the app's algorithm has encouraged harmful real-life behaviour.

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Police seek nursery owner's husband after child's fentanyl death

Video footage shows the man removing full shopping bags and fleeing before police arrived.

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House GOP Accuses Garland and DOJ of Pro-Biden Bias in Capitol Hill Hearing

With one former president charged with multiple federal crimes, the current president's son under indictment, and that same president facing a House impeachment inquiry, the U.S. Attorney General faced a lot of tough questions on Capitol Hill Wednesday. 

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'This Is Blasphemy': Dallas Church Pledges Allegiance to Drag Queens and LGBT Agenda

A Dallas, Texas church hosted a group of drag queens Sunday in order to "bless" them and to respond to a state law that would make sexually-oriented performances in front of children a criminal offense. The church then went a step further, pledging allegiance to the LGBT agenda while praying aloud, "We pledge to be allies to the drag community."

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'You Don't Have to Carry It All': Former GMA Anchor's Faith-Focused Message for Working Moms

Former top-tier news anchor Paula Faris left the news world behind to be present with her family. At the same time, she launched a business and learned some valuable lessons about life-balance along the way. Now she's out with a new book, You Don't Have to Carry It All: Ditch the Mom Guilt & Find a Better Way Forward.

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Guinean cycles across six countries for spot at Egypt's Al-Azhar University

The 25-year-old travelled for four months from Guinea to reach top university Al-Azhar in Egypt.

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Tuesday, 19 September 2023

Seal pups trapped in fishing nets cut free by beachgoers

This is the moment two baby seals tangled up in fishing nets are rescued on a South African beach.

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Ros Atkins on… the India-Canada murder row

The BBC's analysis editor looks at why India and Canada have entered a diplomatic spat over the murder of a Sikh activist.

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Netanyahu Visits Elon Musk, Asks Him Fight Antisemitism on X

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is encouraging billionaire businessman Elon Musk to push back against antisemitism on his social media platform X.

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Ukraine war: Russian 'evil cannot be trusted', Zelensky tells UN

The world must unite to end Russia's aggression, Ukraine's president tells the UN General Assembly.

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Officials Find Debris from F-35 Fighter Jet that Crashed in South Carolina After Pilot Ejected

The crash site for a stealth fighter jet that went missing during the weekend after its pilot ejected was located Monday in rural South Carolina after the military asked the public for help finding an aircraft built to elude detection.

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Monday, 18 September 2023

Chandrayaan-3: How important are India's Moon mission findings?

A former Nasa scientist decodes the significance of the discoveries made by the lunar lander and rover.

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Former KY Clerk Kim Davis to Appeal Jury's $100K Verdict in Religious Rights vs. Gay Rights Battle

Two juries announced conflicting decisions last week in separate civil trials against former Rowan County, Kentucky, Clerk Kim Davis.

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School Board Axes 'Offensive' Invocations After Atheists Dismantle Longtime Prayer Tradition

A Connecticut school board has reportedly axed prayers before board meetings following a complaint from a “concerned community member” and an atheist organization.

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India could be behind killing of Canadian Sikh - Trudeau

Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead outside of a Sikh temple on 18 June in British Columbia.

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Australian man fined for taking pet snake surfing

Wildlife officers say the man endangered Shiva the snake and breached his permit to keep her.

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Sunday, 17 September 2023

Ex-officer who put handcuffed woman in car hit by train avoids jail

Jordan Steinke will serve 30 months on probation following the 2022 incident.

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New tax divides India's booming computer games sector

The Indian government's forthcoming tax on the industry doesn't apply to all types of games.

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Brexit: Labour will seek re-write of deal, Starmer says

The agreement is due for review in 2025, which the Labour leader says is a key moment to reset relations.

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Libya floods: The bodies left unrecognisable by disaster

Doctors are struggling to identify the remains which have been found as the death toll rises.

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Drew Barrymore apology: Star halts talk show until writers strike ends

She issued a tearful apology for continuing her talk show while her unionised writers were on strike.

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Saturday, 16 September 2023

Brazil: 14 killed after plane crashes in Amazon

Officials say it appears the aircraft tried to land in bad weather but ran out of runway.

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First grain ships arrive in Ukraine using new route

Officials say the vessels will deliver 200,000 tonnes of wheat to world markets.

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How the fentanyl crisis' fourth wave has hit every corner of the US

The epidemic's staggering scale and its infiltration of communities across the nation is laid bare in a new study.

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Turin: Girl, 5, killed after Italian military jet crash

Video footage appears to show he pilot ejecting from the plane as it starts to fall from the sky.

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Greece floods: Austrian honeymooners killed after holiday home swept away

DNA tests on two bodies recovered from the floods have confirmed their identities, Austria says.

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Mahsa Amini: Protesters mark one year since death of Iranian student

Thousands of people around the world have taken to the streets to mark the anniversary of her death

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Libya floods: A barren wasteland with a lingering smell of death

With lives in Libya washed away, anger mounts as people ask why they were told to stay at home.

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Friday, 15 September 2023

Diamonds and diplomacy: How ex-envoy Robert Olson fell from grace

Career diplomat Robert Olson admits violating ethics laws while serving as US ambassador to Pakistan.

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Move of God at Texas A&M Shows 'No Signs of Slowing Down' - Hundreds Baptized in Corpus Christi

A Texas youth pastor says an outpouring of revival is taking place among college students at Texas A&M Corpus Christi and it shows "no signs of slowing down" as hundreds have already given their lives to Jesus and others are getting water baptized almost daily.

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Thursday, 14 September 2023

New Bill Pushes Govt to Track Down Unaccompanied Minors at Risk of Trafficking

Trying to stomp out modern-day slavery is an ongoing effort to keep the most vulnerable safe when they cross into the United States. Legislation proposed this week calls on the Biden administration to locate some 85,000 unaccompanied migrant children who are missing in the U.S.

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Florida Governor DeSantis defies CDC Covid boosters guidance

The DeSantis administration has advised against boosters for those under 65, countering US health experts.

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Is Belief in God on the Rise? 'You'd Be Surprised at Who's Finding Answers in Christianity

We keep reading how Americans are losing their religion, saying it is not important in their lives anymore. But one author is convinced change is on the horizon. Justin Brierley outlines the rising of a new conversation about Christianity and God.

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Brazil riots: First man tried for storming government buildings gets 17 years

Aecio Pereira is the first to be convicted over the storming of government buildings in January.

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9th Circuit Reinstates High School Access for Fellowship of Christian Athletes

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled Wednesday that a San Jose, California school district must recognize the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) and allow the group to meet and hold events on the district's high school campuses. 

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France's Carrefour puts up 'shrinkflation' warning signs

Carrefour is telling its customers which products are smaller than they used to be.

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Wednesday, 13 September 2023

Utah GOP Sen. Mitt Romney Won't Seek Reelection in 2024

Utah Republican Sen. Mitt Romney said Wednesday that he will not run for reelection in 2024, creating a wide-open contest in a state that heavily favors Republicans and is expected to attract a crowded field. 

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Princess Martha Louise: Norway's princess sets date to wed shaman

The self-proclaimed shaman and the princess are known for their controversial alternative beliefs.

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Drug lord El Chapo's wife released from prison

Coronel, 34, had admitted helping Guzmán run the Sinaloa drugs cartel and aiding his prison escape.

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'Don't Give an Inch on This': GOP Senators Read Sex Scenes from Youth Books to Make Their Point

The fight over allowing sexually explicit books in schools spilled into the halls of Congress Tuesday as a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing spotlighted so-called book "bans", an issue that has become highly partisan. 

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Tuesday, 12 September 2023

Olivia Rodrigo interview: 'God, what a crazy trajectory'

As her second album heads for number one, the star discusses the pressure of overnight fame.

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McCarthy Directs House to Open Formal Impeachment Inquiry into President Joe Biden

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) announced he has directed the House to open an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden over Biden's potential role in his son Hunter Biden's business deals, jumpstarting a busy month for lawmakers. 

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Faith-Based Group Helps More Than 6,600 Trafficking Survivors Find Healing, New Life

After three women heard about human sex trafficking 12 years ago, they decided they were going to make a difference. Since then, the nonprofit faith-based organization the trio founded has helped more than 6,600 human trafficking survivors find freedom and a new path in life. 

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Appeals Court: Biden Admin Violated Constitution by Demanding Censorship of COVID, Election Questions

A federal appeals court has ruled the Biden administration violated the First Amendment rights of social media users posting questions about COVID-19, election fraud, and other subjects when it compelled tech companies who owned the platforms to remove or censor the posts. 

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Kim Jong Un receives red carpet welcome into Russia

The North Korean leader is expected to meet President Vladimir Putin in Russia.

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Fire Chief Terminated for Attending Christian Event Takes Case to Next Level in 12-Year Battle

A non-profit legal group says they will appeal a court's decision to side with a California fire department that terminated their chief for attending a leadership conference held at a church. 

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Monday, 11 September 2023

'Hostile Territory': Praying Coach Was Ostracized When He Returned but Still Sees 'God's Hand'

The former Washington state football coach who won his case before the Supreme Court allowing him to pray openly on the field, is now sharing why he resigned just five days after his return.

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'Utter Madness!' CA Passes Bill, Parents Who Don't Support Gender Transitions Could Lose Custody

California's state assembly has passed a bill requiring judges in child custody hearings to consider whether or not parents affirm or support a child's desire to change their gender.

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Morocco: Watch moment wedding is interrupted by powerful earthquake

Friday's earthquake, the country's deadliest in 60 years, killed more than 2,000 people.

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Sunday, 10 September 2023

Srebrenica: A Serbian scientist's long quest to name the dead

A forensic anthropologist tries to put names to the last 1,000 unidentified dead of a Bosnian War genocide.

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Guyana scrambles to make the most of oil wealth

Guyana's president says the country has to hurry if it wants to maximise its recent discoveries.

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US and Vietnam get a friendship upgrade

The US and Vietnam are becoming better friends - and that's a troubling prospect for China.

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How India overcame bitter G20 divisions over Ukraine

Consensus seemed far away, but India managed to bring together nations with starkly divergent views.

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Morocco: BBC reporter at the scene of famous mosque collapsed by quake

The BBC's Anna Holligan shows what's left at the site of the Jemaa el- Fnaa mosque.

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Saturday, 9 September 2023

30 fighting days left for Ukraine’s offensive - US army chief

Gen Mark Milley tells Laura Kuenssberg the autumn weather will make Ukraine's manoeuvres much harder.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv foils big Russian drone attack, officials say

Ukraine's capital is showered in debris from intercepted Russian drones, city officials say.

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Ruby Franke and 8 passengers: The rise and fall of a parenting influencer

A woman who shot to fame giving parenting advice has been charged with six counts of child abuse

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Johannesburg fire: Inside a 'hijacked' South African building

A resident describes her life inside one of South Africa's 'hijacked' buildings.

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Biden Vietnam Visit: “Opportunity for Christians”

After meeting with the big economic leaders at the G-20 Summit in India, President Biden is making a 24-hour milestone visit to Vietnam on September 10 upon the invitation of Vietnam’s communist party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

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Friday, 8 September 2023

The Nigerians learning to speak with British accents

For some Nigerians, the English language is not perfect unless spoken with a British accent.

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What is the G20 and why does the Delhi summit matter?

India wants the G20 Delhi summit to focus on the environment, but there may be rows about Ukraine.

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Scott McAfee: the young judge on Trump's Georgia case

A 34-year-old scuba diver and cellist, Judge McAfee has soared through Atlanta's conservative legal ranks.

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Gabon coup: New PM tells BBC country should hold elections within two years

Raymond Ndong Sima, newly installed after a military coup, says it will take time to transition.

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Nancy Pelosi: Democrat and ex-Speaker, 83, to seek re-election

The first female House Speaker will seek a 19th term, reigniting debate about the age of US leaders.

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Thursday, 7 September 2023

Peter Navarro: ex-Trump adviser found guilty of contempt of Congress

Peter Navarro flouted a summons by a committee investigating efforts to reverse the 2020 election.

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'Lock the Shields': Woman Rallies Christians to Adopt Every US School in Prayer for Revival

A former teacher from Texas is taking the Biblical mandate to "pray without ceasing" to schools across the nation by kickstarting an initiative that seeks to spark revival at every school, in every city.

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Vincent Van Quickenborne: Belgian justice minister apologises for 'Pipigate' scandal

Vincent Van Quickenborne has received criticism after guests at his birthday urinated on a police van.

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Jill Duggar Dillard Shares How Reality Show and False Beliefs Nearly Destroyed Her Marriage

Jill Duggar Dillard is opening up about how her family's reality shows, "19 Kids and Counting" and its spin-off "Counting On", nearly destroyed her marriage.

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G20 summit: What do the people of Delhi think about the event?

India's capital Delhi has undergone a makeover as it prepares to host world leaders.

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Putting Jesus in Times Square? Christian Company Uses AI to Increase Kingdom-Impact for Ministries

Some tech experts at the forefront of artificial intelligence have sounded the alarm over the potential dangers it poses, however, a growing number of Christians see it as an important tool for sharing the good news of Jesus.

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Wednesday, 6 September 2023

Slums hidden as India puts on its best face for G20

Delhi is pulling out all the stops to dazzle world leaders as they prepare to gather this weekend.

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Danelo Cavalcante: Security lapse let killer 'crab walk' out of US prison

Danel Cavalcante used the same escape route taken by another inmate who fled earlier this year.

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'Moms for Liberty' Gains 120,000 Members in 2 Years in Fight for Parental Rights, and SPLC Hates It

They call themselves "Joyful Warriors" and since 2021, Moms for Liberty has enlisted more than 100,000 members from across the country with the goal of standing up for parents' rights at each level of government. In that time, the organization has become a voice in the 2024 presidential election and has also taken arrows from the Southern Poverty Law Center.  

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Rolling Stones on the red carpet after new album launch

The band confirms the release of Hackney Diamonds, their first album of original material since 2005.

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Saboteurs on US Soil: Chinese Spies Infiltrating US Military Bases

U.S. officials say a pattern of infiltration at U.S. military bases could amount to espionage. The Pentagon and the FBI report cases of Chinese nationals gaining unauthorized access to U.S. military bases and other secure areas.

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Trump suffers loss in second E Jean Carroll defamation case

A judge has ruled that Donald Trump is liable for defaming the writer who accused him of rape.

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Tuesday, 5 September 2023

Deadly cyclone in southern Brazil kills at least 21 people

The governor of Rio Grande do Sul, Eduardo Leite, said it was the state's worst ever weather disaster.

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Growing Calls from Left and Right to Block Trump from State Ballots Under 14th Amendment

As former President Donald Trump prepares for a legal fight in the four indictments against him, another storm is brewing on a constitutional level.  A growing number of voices on the left and right believe the 14th Amendment could be used to remove Trump from the 2024 ballot due to his role in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol building. 

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Getty's 'Sing!' Conference Highlights Power of Spiritual Songs in Christ's Commission

The power of worship music and its role in Jesus Christ's Great Commission as found in the Bible's New Testament is the theme of this year's Sing! The Great Commission is currently being held through Sept. 6 at the Bridgestone Arena in downtown Nashville, Tennessee.

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Sand dredging devastating ocean floor, UN warns

Around six billion tonnes of sand is dredged from the world's oceans every year, a new report says.

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Greece floods: Volos mayor warns 'stay in your homes!'

One person has died in Greece after torrential rain triggered flash flooding in parts of the country.

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Disturbing Criminalization of Christianity Underway Overseas: Is It Coming to America Next?

Several Christians are facing possible jail time in religious liberty battles unfolding across Europe and beyond. These cases are sparking fears about if — and when — these escalating struggles could come to America. 

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As Govt Shutdown Looms, McConnell, Scalise, Feinstein Face Big Health Questions

The U.S. Senate returned to work Tuesday, but the U.S. House of Representatives is still out for another week. Meanwhile, the clock is ticking on another potential government shutdown.

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Mitch McConnell: Doctor says no evidence of stroke or seizures in freezing spell

The 81-year-old Republican has frozen twice in as many months, prompting concerns about his health.

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Monday, 4 September 2023

Alan Joyce: Qantas boss exits early amid mounting scandals

The airline has been criticised for its prices and customer service, and is facing several lawsuits.

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Venice: Scuffles occur outside Woody Allen film premiere

The protesters chanted "no rape culture" as they attempted to get on to the red carpet at the Venice Film Festival.

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‘Wrong number’ couple fight India deportation

Pakistani Gulzar Khan and his wife want to stay together after he married her illegally in India.

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Kim Jong Un to visit Putin in Russia for weapons talks - US

North Korea's leader will discuss supplying weapons for Russia to use in Ukraine, a US official tells BBC's US partner CBS.

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New tech boosts Dutch drive for sustainable farming

In the Netherlands, experiments are underway to ensure future food supply and cut carbon emissions.

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Sunday, 3 September 2023

Biden disappointed Xi will not attend G20 summit

The two leaders last met on the side-lines of last year's summit in Bali, Indonesia.

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South Africa says inquiry finds no evidence of arms shipment to Russia

A national inquiry rejects US claims a Russian cargo ship was uploaded with South African weapons.

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Jammu: Long wait for justice after India cough syrup deaths

In 2020, 12 children in India's Jammu region died, allegedly after drinking a contaminated cough syrup.

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Teacher suicide exposes parent bullying in S Korea

The tragedy has unleashed a wave of anger from primary school teachers across the country.

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Minnesota jail in lockdown as 100 inmates refuse to return to cells

Prisoners are reportedly protesting conditions at the facility amid hot conditions.

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Torrential rain in Spain causes major flooding

Atletico Madrid and Seville's football match was called off as a red alert was issued in the capital.

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Saturday, 2 September 2023

Google's search for an AI future as it turns 25

The tech giant celebrates its 25th birthday this month, but faces new threats to its dominance.

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Why your burger may not always look like the advert

Burger King is facing a US lawsuit over images of its Whoppers, but advertisers are allowed to exaggerate.

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Are US politicians too old? Voters weigh in

A recent health scare for Mitch McConnell has raised concerns about the age of America's politicians.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'recycled'

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

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Former top US diplomat Bill Richardson dies aged 75

The former US envoy to the UN won praise for his work freeing detained Americans around the world.

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Spectacular meteor streaks across night sky in Turkey

Green shafts of light from a meteor were caught on camera as it passed over the city of Erzurum.

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Torrential rain turns Burning Man festival into mud bath

People at the event in the US state of Nevada have been told to conserve their food and water.

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Friday, 1 September 2023

Ukraine war: Putin influencers profiting from war propaganda

Russia's military bloggers are reaping the rewards of a growing advertising market on Telegram.

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Tharman Shanmugaratnam: Singapore picks a president who could've been much more

Voters chose Tharman Shanmugaratnam for a ceremonial role but many felt it was a waste of potential.

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Bodycam video shows Ohio police fatally shooting pregnant black woman

Ta'Kiya Young, 21, appears to advance the car towards an Ohio officer before a single shot is fired.

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Young Christian Ministry Takes Jesus to the Streets, and the Power of God Shows Up: 'Jesus Is Lord'

United Church, which birthed Jesus March and United Revival Ministries, has hosted 125 prayer and worship events, connected with 200 churches, commissioned 6,500 evangelists, and introduced thousands of people to Jesus since its formation five years ago. This year they've seen powerful response in cities like Seattke and Denver.

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Luis Rubiales: Spanish football federation president says he will continue defending himself

Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales has said he will continue defending himself "to prove the truth".

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West Point Time Capsule That Appeared to Contain Nothing More Than Silt Yields Centuries-Old Coins

A nearly 200-year-old West Point time capsule that appeared to yield little more than dust when it was opened during a disappointing livestream contained hidden treasure after all, the U.S. Military Academy said Wednesday.

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Super Bowl Champ Leans on 'the Savior' After Sudden Death of His 17-Year-Old Son

The son of former Green Bay Packers linebacker Brady Poppinga died Wednesday following a severe asthma attack, according to multiple media reports. 

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Woman sets record for world's longest mullet

Tami Manis' hair is 172.72cm (5ft 8in) long. She says she has to braid it to keep it safe.

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Thursday, 31 August 2023

McConnell Cleared After Second Health Scare, Renews Calls for 'Term Limits' for Lawmakers

There are renewed concerns for some of America's most experienced political leaders after Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) experienced another health scare. 

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Sarina Wiegman: England boss dedicates Uefa coach of the year award to Spain

England head coach Sarina Wiegman dedicates the Uefa women's coach of the year award to Spain's national team.

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Clarence Thomas: US Supreme Court judge acknowledges paid-for trips

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has been at the centre of a row over paid-for trips and gifts.

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CA Mom Settles for $100K in 'Landmark Victory' Alleging School 'Socially Transitioned' Daughter

A California school district has settled a lawsuit for $100,000 with a mother who alleged her daughter was socially transitioned to a new "gender identity" by school staff without informing or getting her permission.

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Praying Football Coach Returns to Field After Winning Case: 'Golden Age for Religious Liberty'

A Washington state high school football coach who was fired for silently praying on the field after games will return to the gridiron Friday.

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Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Is India exporting food inflation to the world?

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

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

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

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Boston Drops Sex, Gender ID on Marriage Licenses to 'Alleviate Gender Dysphoria'

Couples filling out marriage licenses in Boston, Massachusetts will no longer be required to check a box to identify their sex or gender under a new policy adopted by the city Tuesday.

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Rubiales' mother taken to hospital after hunger strike

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

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Mitch McConnell Freezes Up Again During a Live Press Conference

Concerns are mounting over the health of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell after the Kentucky Republican froze up once again during a news conference. 

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Tuesday, 29 August 2023

On patrol with Tunisia's coast guard: Nine boats in 24 hours

BBC team spends 24 hours with Tunisia's coast guard, as it finds people desperate to cross continents.

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Rare footage of St Elmo's Fire as hurricane approaches

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

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Biden Pushes for New COVID Vaccine 'That Works', Critics Warn of Lockdowns and 'Alarmist Tactics'

Recent headlines are giving off warning signs that the White House and other authorities are gearing up for another possible pandemic in the fall of 2023. 

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Ukraine war: Hundreds bid farewell to fighter ace Juice

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

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Judge Ties Trump Trial Date to Super Tuesday, Even Biden Supporters Call It Election Interference

The date has been set for President Trump's D.C. trial on charges of trying to overturn the 2020 election. The judge scheduled the trial date to begin March 4, 2024, the day before the biggest political primary day of the presidential calendar.

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'No One but Jesus': God Led EWU Guard to Stop Racist Shooter from Massacring Students

An on-campus security guard at Edward Waters University, a historically black private Christian university, first encountered the man later identified as the shooter who opened fire at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville, Florida over the weekend, killing three people and turning the gun on himself. 

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Monday, 28 August 2023

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

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

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Texas man shoots through door to fend off robbers

Burglars posing as repair men tried to break through the door when they believed nobody was home.

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