Thursday, 31 October 2024

Drone strikes on civilians suggest new Russian tactics of fear in Ukraine

Ukrainians tell of their fear as BBC Verify analyses videos appearing to show drone strikes on civilians.

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'Millions of Souls Forever Changed': Sean Feucht Finishes 'Kingdom to Capitol' Tour on National Mall

Songs of worship and praise rang out on the streets of Washington D.C. last weekend as thousands of Christians gathered on the National Mall to take part in the "One Nation Under God Revival" event hosted by worship leader Sean Feucht. 

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Spain mourns as death toll passes 150 in catastrophic floods

At least 158 people have died in Spain's worst flooding disaster in decades as rescuers race to find victims.

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Wednesday, 30 October 2024

Signs of Revival: Nearly 400 People Choose Christ at Mississippi State Fair

Thousands of people flock to the Mississippi State Fair each year to eat fun food, hear live music, and enjoy time with loved ones. This year, fairgoers also got the opportunity to hear the Gospel preached, and nearly 400 people gave their lives to the Lord as a result. 

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China declares success as its youngest astronauts reach space

The BBC’s Laura Bicker sees the Shenzhou 19 spacecraft take off in a record year of space exploration.

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South Carolina City Tells Man He Needs a Permit to Carry Sign that Says 'Trust Christ'

A South Carolina man is challenging his city officials after being told he needed a permit to hold a sign that said "Trust Christ" and share his faith while on a public sidewalk. 

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Tuesday, 29 October 2024

France backs Morocco in dispute over Western Sahara

Paris's change of heart on the question of sovereignty over Western Sahara has angered Algeria.

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Monday, 28 October 2024

Gaza aid fears as Israel bans UN Palestinian refugee agency

Israel passes two laws which Western governments fear could have devastating consequences for civilians in the Gaza Strip.

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Satanist, Wiccan Leader Among Hundreds Redeemed Through 'The Power of Jesus' This Year in Prisons

God Behind Bars is sharing more amazing stories about how God is touching hearts and changing lives to set hundreds of prisoners free, including the story of a prisoner who had turned away from worshipping Satan by giving his life to Jesus Christ.

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Smuggler selling ‘fast track’ Channel crossing speaks to BBC undercover reporter

More migrants from Vietnam than any other nation are taking small boats to the UK.

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ICC prosecutor denies sexual misconduct allegations

Karim Khan also asks for an immediate investigation into the allegations against him.

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Sunday, 27 October 2024

Georgian PM rejects claims of election fraud

There are always "irregularities" in election counts says Irakli Kobakhidze, but he denied interfering with the results.

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Japan's ruling party loses its majority after snap election

The prime minister announced a snap election despite voter apathy and low approval ratings.

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Chaos and political drama rock Japan's snap election

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba made a political gamble, and it backfired, leaving a weakened ruling party.

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Saturday, 26 October 2024

Mining giants sign $30bn settlement for 2015 Brazil dam collapse

The dam collapse released toxic waste and mud, which flooded nearby towns, rivers and forests.

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Georgia's ruling party leads pro-EU opposition in crucial vote - projection

A partial projection by Georgia's central election commission gives the ruling party almost 53% of the vote.

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Friday, 25 October 2024

Federal Jury Awards $7M to Workers Denied Religious Accommodations for COVID Vaccine

A federal jury has awarded six San Francisco transit workers more than $7 million for reportedly being denied religious accommodations for COVID-19 vaccinations during the pandemic. 

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Menendez brothers should be freed on parole, says top prosecutor

Erik and Lyle Menendez were convicted of killing their parents in a case that gained worldwide attention.

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Thursday, 24 October 2024

Gaza ceasefire talks to resume in coming days

The US believes the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar may open the door to an agreement.

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'They're Gonna Need Prayer': Megachurch Writes 11,000 Prayer Letters to Next US President

As Election Day draws near, Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, IL is on a mission to encourage the next President of the United States.  It's all part of a teaching series called "Prayers for the Next President," and includes a letter-writing campaign with congregants writing prayers in the form of letters to whoever is elected president on Nov. 5.

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Wednesday, 23 October 2024

IDF soldiers should refuse orders that may be war crimes, Israeli ex-security adviser tells BBC

A former senior security official tells Fergal Keane that Israel might be committing war crimes in northern Gaza.

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'Satanic Abortion Clinic': Satanists Fundraise to Expand Free 'Destruction Ritual' to Virginia

The Satanic Temple (TST) has started an online fundraising campaign for its second virtual "telehealth clinic" to provide free "religious abortion services" to women in Virginia.

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Liberation theology icon and champion of the poor Gutiérrez dies

Gustavo Gutiérrez founded liberation theology, both revered and reviled in the Catholic Church.

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Tuesday, 22 October 2024

McDonald's burgers linked to E. coli outbreak in the US

At least 49 people have been sickened and one person has died, according to the CDC.

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German police raid pizzeria serving side order of cocaine

The number 40 pizza was one of the Düsseldorf restaurant's most popular pizzas, police said.

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Monday, 21 October 2024

Lebanon says four dead in Israeli strike near southern Beirut hospital

Thirteen air strikes hit locations in southern Beirut on Monday evening, authorities said.

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Israel still preventing humanitarian missions to north Gaza, Unrwa says

Israeli forces are besieging hospitals and shelters, medics say. The Israeli military says Hamas has regrouped in the area.

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Operation Blessing Helping Helene Victims 25 Days in; Linemen Rally at 'Pretty Place' Cross in SC

The slow process of recovery continues for residents in the states of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee just 25 days after Hurricane Helene made landfall. 

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UN 'deeply concerned' Kenya returned Turkish refugees

The UN's statement follows reports that multiple Turkish nationals were abducted in Nairobi on Friday.

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Sunday, 20 October 2024

Liam Payne fans hold vigils around the world

Thousands of the One Direction star's followers have gathered globally in memory of the singer who died last week.

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Saturday, 19 October 2024

Mozambique opposition lawyer shot dead

Lawyer Elvino Dias and opposition party official Paulo Guambe were gunned down in broad daylight.

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Friday, 18 October 2024

Farmers seen fleeing Nebraska wildfire during harvest

Video shows tractors being overwhelmed by tall plumes of smoke as firefighters battled the blaze.

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Israelis and Palestinians react to Hamas leader Sinwar's death

Relatives of the Israeli hostages still held in Gaza say now is the time to negotiate their release.

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Thursday, 17 October 2024

How Israel found and killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar

Israel had hunted the architect of the 7 October atrocities for more than a year. A chance encounter in Rafah got him.

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Australia PM faces backlash over new A$4.3m beach pad

The purchase comes months out from an election in which the cost of living and housing are key issues.

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Wednesday, 16 October 2024

Gazans describe fresh horror in north as Israel renews offensive

Israel has told 400,000 people to evacuate the area, but many are too exhausted and fearful to leave.

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Bowen: US threat to cut Israel military aid is sign of anger at broken promises

The letter criticising Israel over Gaza aid is an attempt to redress the balance between the US and its ally, our international editor says.

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Mayor and 15 others killed in Israeli strike on Lebanon council meeting

Sixteen people are dead following air strikes on municipal buildings in the city of Nabatieh.

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Small Business Disaster Loan Program is Out of Money until Congress Approves New Funds

NEW YORK (AP) - The Small Business Administration has run out of money for the disaster assistance loans it offers small businesses, homeowners and renters, delaying much needed relief for people applying for aid in the wake of the destruction caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

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Tuesday, 15 October 2024

Actor says Trump 'should be grateful' for controversial film

The Apprentice, which focuses on Trump's early years as a real estate tycoon, is released this week.

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Over 6,000 'Ole Miss' Students Praise Jesus, Some Baptized At 'Unite US' Event: 'God Is On the Move'

Thousands of students from the University of Mississippi lifted their voices in worship and praise to Jesus and made public declarations of faith during a massive campus event, a ministry to college students reports.

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Lufthansa hit with record penalty after barring Jewish passengers

The German airline has agreed to pay $4m to resolve claims it discriminated against Jewish passengers.

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Monday, 14 October 2024

Elon Musk accused of copying designs by I, Robot director

Alex Proyas, who directed the 2004 Will Smith film, compared his film to Tesla's new vehicles.

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BBC Verify analyses footage from Gaza strikes

BBC Verify analyses video and images from Israeli strikes in Gaza over the weekend.

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Sunday, 13 October 2024

Watch: Why is the latest SpaceX rocket test a big deal?

The BBC's Pallab Ghosh explores why this world first test is a big deal for space exploration.

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Empty bars and bookshops: How Israeli strikes transformed Lebanon's buzzing capital

There's no music or dancing in central Beirut bars as fear spreads and displaced people fill the streets.

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Church Launches Effort to Help Parents Whose Children Become Entrapped by Gender Confusion

A Virginia church has launched a new ministry aimed at helping parents of gender-confused children.

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Saturday, 12 October 2024

International arrest warrant for rugby star Rocky Elsom

The ex-Wallabies captain was given a five-year sentence for embezzlement in France, local media say.

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Key moments of Alex Salmond's life and career... in 107 seconds

A look back at some of the key moments from the life and career of former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond.

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Friday, 11 October 2024

Tesla shares slide after Cybercab robotaxi revealed

Elon Musk revealed a prototype of the long-awaited robotaxi at a Hollywood film studio - but investors aren't wowed.

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He Saved Tucker from a Shelter, Then Tucker Saved This Boy from the Rubble of a Helene Mudslide

A North Carolina dog is being called a hero after rescuing his trapped owner from a mudslide triggered by Hurricane Helene.

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Watch: Northern lights over Iceland in sped-up footage

Time-lapse images show the northern lights on the outskirts of the capital Reykjavik.

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Thursday, 10 October 2024

Tennis legend Nadal to retire in November

Rafael Nadal, one of the greatest players of all time, confirms his retirement from tennis.

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22 killed in Israeli strike on Beirut, Lebanon says

Lebanese officials say 22 people have been killed and 117 injured in Israeli strikes on two busy neighbourhoods in Beirut.

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EU delays introduction of border check system again

The EU pushes back introducing new biometric border checks that were due on 10 November.

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Wednesday, 9 October 2024

Obituary: Ratan Tata, the 'modest' Indian tycoon

The businessman led a conglomerate of more than 100 companies, employing some 660,000 people.

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FBI Arrests Afghan Man Who Officials Say Planned Election Day Attack in the US

The FBI has arrested an Afghan man who officials say was inspired by the Islamic State militant organization and was plotting an Election Day attack targeting large crowds in the U.S., the Justice Department said Tuesday.

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Hospitals move patients as Israeli tanks encircle Jabalia camp

The Israeli military is carrying out its third ground offensive in the area since the Gaza war began.

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Tuesday, 8 October 2024

Five takeaways from Melania Trump's new book

The book discusses abortion rights, her first date with Trump and the first assassination attempt.

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Pro-Life Protections Upheld in Texas and Georgia - Here's What Happened

The U.S. Supreme Court has turned down the Biden administration's appeal to require emergency room abortions in Texas. 

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Schoolboy shooter testifies at parents' trial in Belgrade

A 14-year-old boy who killed nine children and a security guard gives evidence behind closed doors.

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Monday, 7 October 2024

Spacecraft launches towards knocked-off-course asteroid

The mission aims to re-visit the asteroid Nasa diverted when it crashed a probe into it.

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Will Graham Preaches Gospel to 5,500 People in Colorado, Many Turn to Jesus for Salvation

The grandson of Evangelist Billy Graham, Will Graham preached the good news to more than 5,500 people over the weekend at an emotional outreach far from the hurricane-ravaged community he left behind in North Carolina.

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‘Daily challenge to get stories out of Gaza’ - BBC's Rushdi Abualouf

The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf sheds light on the challenges of reporting the war from inside and outside of Gaza.

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Sunday, 6 October 2024

Tunisia's president seeks new term in election he's all but sure to win

President Kais Saied, accused of suppressing democracy, only has two challengers and one is in jail.

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Saturday, 5 October 2024

Time stood still, Trump says at site of assassination attempt

Donald Trump invited tech billionaire Elon Musk to the stage to join him attacking his Democratic opponent.

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Watch: Moment huge explosion shakes Beirut

Watch: Moment huge explosion shakes Beirut

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Watch: BBC reporter in the midst of rocket fire into Israel

The BBC's Nick Beake reports from northern Israel, where Hezbollah continues to fire rockets into Israel.

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Friday, 4 October 2024

Watch: View from above as Iran fires missiles towards Israel

Video footage filmed inside a plane on Tuesday night shows missiles launched from Iran.

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Paul Pogba doping ban reduced to 18 months after appeal

Paul Pogba's four-year ban for a doping offence has been reduced to 18 months after winning his appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas).

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‘An Angel’: Man Heroically Saves People Trapped Amid Hurricane Helene Using Just His Surfboard

As stories of heartache and tragedy continue to unfold in the wake of Hurricane Helene, heroism is also on full display, with individuals going out of their way to help their fellow man.

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Thursday, 3 October 2024

How India became a Test cricket powerhouse

More than 90 years after its first Test match, India boasts more victories in the format than losses.

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Helene is deadliest mainland US hurricane since Katrina

Hundreds of people are still missing and nearly a million homes are without power a week after the storm tore across the US south-east.

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Watch: Jeremy Bowen presses Hamas deputy leader on 7 October attacks

One of the most senior leaders of Hamas - a group designated a terrorist organisation by the UK and others - speaks to the BBC's Jeremy Bowen.

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Wednesday, 2 October 2024

How a mega dam has caused a mega power crisis for Zambia

A drought has caused an electricity crisis as Zambia heavily relies on the hydro-powered Kariba Dam.

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Blast from unexploded US bomb grounds flights at Japanese airport

The bomb is thought to have been dropped during World War Two to halt "kamikaze" missions.

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Tuesday, 1 October 2024

Blunt and bold - Kenya's 'truth speaker' faces the sack

Kenya's deputy president, who faces impeachment, branded himself as "the truthful man".

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces more than 100 new assault allegations

New alleged victims are to sue to the hip-hop mogul, who denies all allegations of wrongdoing.

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Video shows missiles fired towards Tel Aviv

A statement on Iranian state TV confirmed "dozens" of missiles have been launched towards Israel.

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'I'm not playing games' on port strikes, union boss says

Harold Daggett vows union is "going to win", as Joe Biden backs "meaningful" dockworker pay rise.

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