Colorado wildfires: Woman says families in her neighbourhood lost everything

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

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South Africa prepares to bury Archbishop Desmond Tutu

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

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Colorado: Residents return following devastating fire

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

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French ban on plastic packaging for fruit and vegetables begins

Effective from New Year's day, officials hope the law will prevent a billion items of single use plastics every year.

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Omicron wave may have peaked, South Africa says

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

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Teva Pharmaceuticals found liable in New York opioid trial

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

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Year in tech: The stories making headlines in 2021

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

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The Corozal: Scottish dredger that helped build the Panama Canal

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

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2021 viral videos: The social media moments India celebrated

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

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The 'heartbreakingly beautiful' art of Laurie Anderson

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

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Why Chinese stand-up comedians are turning to English

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

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Cape Verde: Drone delivers medical supplies to remote islands

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

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Russia labels Pussy Riot members foreign agents

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

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Avoid cruises even if vaccinated, CDC tells Americans

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

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Desmond Tutu's body lies in state in his old cathedral

The coffin of the archbishop who died on Sunday has arrived at St George's Cathedral in Cape Town.

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Australia: Protesters set Old Parliament House in Canberra on fire

The blaze was quickly put out but marks an escalation in indigenous protests in Canberra.

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Elon Musk rejects claim he is hogging space

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

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

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

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Ghislaine Maxwell guilty of helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse girls

A jury in New York convicts her of recruiting and trafficking teenagers in a "pyramid of abuse".

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Ghislaine Maxwell: How accusers' testimony brought her down

This was a victory for the women who fought to bring Jeffrey Epstein's co-conspirator to justice.

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COP 26: The teenagers suing 33 countries

To ensure the promises of COP26 are kept, young campaigners are putting their faith in the courts.

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Who is Ghislaine Maxwell? The downfall of a favourite daughter

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

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15 films to look out for in the Oscars race

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

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What went wrong with vaccinating the world?

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

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

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

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Covid: US and France report record daily case rises

However, US officials said it was possible the figures were an overestimate due to reporting delays.

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Stand News: Police arrest six from Hong Kong independent news outlet

Six people linked to Stand News were arrested for "conspiracy to publish a seditious publication".

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John Madden: Legendary NFL coach and commentator dies at 85

John Madden, the much-loved American football coach and commentator, has died aged 85.

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

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

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Why Mauritius is losing its seashells

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

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

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

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Music preview 2022: The biggest releases, tours and films

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

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The mystery of the home where the Queen was born

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

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Fighting to learn in Venezuela

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

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Robert E. Lee: Virginia workers open Civil War era time capsule

The 130-year-old capsule contained flags, books and bullets related to the Confederate States.

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Richard Marcinko: Seal Team Six founder dies at 81

Richard Marcinko played a vital role in boosting America's counter-terrorism capabilities but was a divisive figure.

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

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

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Australia: Hundreds given false Covid results in Sydney lab error

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

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Elon Musk criticised after China space complaint to UN

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

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Covid: France tightens restrictions amid Omicron surge

Remote working will become compulsory from 3 January but there will be no New Year's Eve curfew.

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Covid: US halves isolation time for asymptomatic infection

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

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Ashes: Australia thrash feeble England to retain Ashes at Melbourne

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

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

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

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Crocodiles turn on humans amid Iran water crisis

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

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The African nation aiming to be a hydrogen superpower

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

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What a Greek tragedy teaches us about modern migration

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

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83 movie: Reliving India’s epic cricket triumph

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

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Afghanistan: Children in Kabul working for a piece of bread

More and more Afghan children are having to work to support their families, amidst an economic collapse.

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India blocks foreign funding for Mother Teresa charity

Hindu hardliners have long accused the Catholic charity of trying to convert people to Christianity.

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US animal shelter shocked after 800 parakeets surrendered

A Detroit animal shelter said the birds were handed over in a "very unhealthy situation".

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Climate change: Huge toll of extreme weather disasters in 2021

Floods and storms connected to rising temperatures have had a huge impact on people worldwide.

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Spider-Man: No Way Home becomes first pandemic-era film to top $1bn

It beat Chinese Korean War epic The Battle of Lake Changjin to be the highest grossing film of 2021.

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Roe v Wade US abortion rights lawyer Sarah Weddington dies

Sarah Weddington won the landmark 1973 US Supreme Court case that legalised abortions in the US.

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Demi Skipper plans to keep trading after hairpin-to-house swap

TikToker Demi Skipper made headlines this month when she successfully traded items until she got a house.

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Why I'm proud to be black and Jewish

Black and Jewish journalist Nadine Batchelor-Hunt travels to Israel to meet the Ethiopian community and explore this dual identity.

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Fear and loathing in South Africa where foreigners live in danger

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

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

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

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

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

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India's unwinnable battle against spitting

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

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My art channels the pain from Ethiopia's war

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

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South Africa's Archbishop Desmond Tutu dies at 90

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the Nobel Peace prize laureate who helped end apartheid in South Africa, has died aged 90

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Archbishop Desmond Tutu: Looking back at his life

BBC South Africa correspondent Nomsa Maseko looks back at the life of Archbishop Desmond Tutu who has died aged 90.

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Israeli 'psychic' Uri Geller still baffling fans at 75

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

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Love story sends TV fans in search of idyllic Alps

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

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

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

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The Chinese mother backing bigger families

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

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Why a former oil executive is capping abandoned wells

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

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Surfer killed in apparent shark attack in California

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

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ICYMI: Christmas moments you may have missed from around the globe

A New York neighbourhood going all out for the holidays and other stories you may have missed this week.

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Covid: US airlines scrap hundreds of flights amid Omicron surge

Airlines say they are experiencing Covid-related staffing shortages over the busy Christmas period.

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In pictures: World celebrates Christmas

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

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

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

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Climate change: Lapland reindeer gone astray in search for food

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

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No time for war: Russians see no chance of conflict

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

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

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

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French zoo closed temporarily after pack of nine wolves escape

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

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Switzerland's wolves get too close for comfort

Alpine villages say the animals have started approaching children and they need to fend them off.

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Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 December 2021

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

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James Webb Space Telescope: How does it work?

The telescope has been 30 years in the making and is nearly ready to launch, but what makes it so special?

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Georgia: The rise of the right

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

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Boston College student's girlfriend pleads guilty over his suicide

Inyoung You was accused of being abusive towards Alexander Urtula, who died in May 2019.

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

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

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Kentucky tornado: Two babies pulled alive from rubble

Their grandmother tucked them in a bath with a Bible and a blanket before the Kentucky twister hit.

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Australia settles lawsuit over welfare scheme criticised as racist

Aboriginal communities said a welfare scheme criticised as "modern-day slavery" had increased poverty.

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Omicron: Biden denies failure in Omicron testing response

A shortage of tests have plagued the US while the latest variant has triggered an explosion in cases.

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Philadelphia congresswoman carjacked at gunpoint in broad daylight

The lawmaker's government phone and ID were among belongings that the two robbers also snatched.

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Gay Santa ad highlights big shift in Norwegian society

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

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Kashmir fury at India's plan to redraw voting map

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

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Is this the world's largest virtual fashion show?

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

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How this iconic Manhattan newsstand survived the Covid pandemic

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

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

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

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Gaming disorder: Inside the clinic helping addicted teens

BBC News has exclusive access to the UK's only facility for video game addiction.

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Kerala school uniform: Why some Muslim groups are protesting

Muslim groups in India's Kerala state protest after a government school allows girls to wear trousers.

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The Maasai TikTokers wowing Bollywood fans

Tanzanian siblings Kili and Neema Paul lip sync perfectly in Hindi, accruing millions of followers.

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Saving Kyrgyzstan reindeer from brink of extinction

Kyrgyzstan used to be home to thousands of reindeer but now there are as few as 400 left.

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Perfectly preserved dinosaur embryo found in China

Researchers say the fossil is at least 66 million years old and was about to hatch just like a chicken.

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

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

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WHO urges cancelling some holiday events over Omicron fears

"An event cancelled is better than a life cancelled," warns the World Health Organization's head.

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Abducted Haiti missionaries describe daring escape

The group, including children, navigated by the stars as they trekked through the bush to freedom.

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

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

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Saudi-led coalition forces target Yemeni airport in air strike

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

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Omicron: South African scientists probe link between variants and untreated HIV

Covid variants may be mutating inside people with suppressed immunity.

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Indian Christians fear attacks or jail over conversions

Christians in Karnataka state say attacks against them have grown ahead of a new anti-conversion law.

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Berlusconi seeks comeback role as Italian president

Despite the scandals and a tax fraud conviction, Italy's most colourful ex-PM could be head of state.

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How Covid deepened America's teacher shortages

Classrooms across the US have been emptied of educators - and the pandemic has made it worse.

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

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

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

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

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Pope Francis condemns domestic abuse as "almost satanic"

The pope has often spoken out against domestic violence, but Sunday's remarks are his strongest yet.

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Australia bouncy castle fall: Sixth child dies in hospital

Chace Harrison, 11, died in hospital three days after falling from a castle blown into the air.

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Leftist Gabriel Boric wins Chile presidential election

His far-right rival José Antonio Kast conceded defeat less than 90 minutes after polls closed on Sunday.

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Peng Shuai: Chinese tennis star denies making assault claim as concerns persist

The Chinese tennis star says her post was misunderstood, but the WTA continues to call for a probe.

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The world’s first octopus farm - should it go ahead?

The world’s first commercial octopus farm is closer to becoming reality - but scientists are up in arms.

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The robot chefs that can cook your Christmas dinner

If you fancy not having to do the cooking on 25 December then a robotic chef might be the solution.

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Algeria and a question of identity: Who counts as African?

North Africans love the Cup of Nation but for some, their African identity is open to question.

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Covid-19: Can freebies tempt Indians to get vaccinated?

Some Indian states have offered unusual vaccine incentives, but experts say this may not be enough.

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Myanmar: BBC investigates military's mass killings

Eyewitnesses and survivors say that soldiers rounded up villagers before separating the men and killing them.

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What is the metaverse?

From virtual versions of ourselves to augmented reality, we break down what the metaverse is.

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Iran execution of Heidar Ghorbani sparks rare anti-government protest

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

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Senator Joe Manchin threatens to sink signature Biden bill

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

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Philippines Super Typhoon Rai: Death toll reaches 75

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

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Wagner Group: Why the EU is alarmed by Russian mercenaries in Central Africa

The shadowy Russian mercenary group, allegedly linked to the Kremlin, has been accused of rights abuses.

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Covid: French ski season in disarray as UK tourists banned

Snow on the slopes of Mont Blanc is the best Chamonix has seen in years - but few Brits will enjoy it.

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Hong Kong: Why the Legco elections are so controversial

Sweeping changes put in place by China altered the way the city chooses its lawmakers this year.

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BBC Bitcoin mining report used in crypto-scam

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

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Chileans divided ahead of presidential run-off

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

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Migrant crossings: More than 900 cross Channel in two days

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

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

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

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Lagos party plans threatened by Nigeria Covid passports

Nigeria was briefly put on the UK's travel red list but most people are indifferent to coronavirus.

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Russia-Ukraine: Can a solution be found for war in Ukraine's east?

The West fears a Russian invasion so hopes of a peaceful solution to the conflict look slim.

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Afghanistan to Wisconsin: Refugees dream of home

Some of the 13,000 Afghan refugees living at a US military base in Wisconsin reflect on new lives.

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Caroline and Martine: Picture book heroines who fought for French hearts

For nearly 70 years, Caroline and Martine have been rivals for the hearts of French schoolchildren.

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Week in pictures: 11-17 December 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

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Ros Atkins on… What 2021 taught us about Covid

A look back at how the pandemic evolved throughout 2021, and what we've learned from it.

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Africa's week in pictures: 10 - 16 December 2021

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

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How Russia tries to censor Western social media

Western social media companies face huge fines as Russia pressures them to remove content it objects to.

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Philippines typhoon Rai: Month-old baby rescued in a tub

Thousands have been evacuated as the storm brought 165km/h (103 mph) winds and heavy rain.

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US panel recommends J&J shots be sidelined after clot deaths

Nine people have died from extremely rare side effects linked to Johnson & Johnson's jab.

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Tania Mendoza: Mexican actress shot dead while waiting for son

Tania Mendoza was outside a football academy when a gunman shot her multiple times before escaping.

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Millipede with more legs than any known animal discovered in Australia

The millipede, discovered in Australia, has more than 1,300 legs and is believed to live on fungi.

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Beijing 2022: Putin tells Xi he will attend Winter Olympics

The Russian president is the first major western leader to indicate his attendance at the Games.

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Tasmania bouncy castle fall: Two children killed and several others injured

Several other children are injured after they fell 10m during a "wind event" in Tasmania, police say.

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Dutch MP ordered to delete Covid Holocaust social media posts

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

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Kentucky tornado killed dad moments after phone call

Katie Fields lost her dad in the Kentucky twisters - just after urging him on a call to flee.

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What's behind suicides by thousands of Indian housewives?

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

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

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

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Kenyans find rural lifeline after Covid city exodus

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

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Usain Bolt: Mario Kart helped me become Olympic champion

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

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Inside the fight for Bangladesh's independence

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

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Bird songs bump stars off Australian music chart

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

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Afghanistan: What humanitarian aid is getting in?

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

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

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

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Paris' largest taxi firm suspends Tesla Model 3 cars after fatal crash

One person died and 20 were injured after a cab driver lost control of their car over the weekend.

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China: The death of a man bullied for being 'effeminate'

A young man's death sparks discussions on gender norms, even as the state targets "sissy men".

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Ethiopia civil war: How PM Abiy led fight-back against rebel advance

Abiy Ahmed has thwarted a rebel advance on the capital a year into a brutal civil war.

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James Webb: A $10bn machine in search of the end of darkness

The biggest space telescope ever built is ready to show us the first stars to light up the cosmos.

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Southern right whales: Tracking unexpected Southern Ocean migrations

New Zealand scientists have used satellite tags to follow whales around the Southern Ocean.

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Billie Eilish says porn exposure while young caused nightmares

The singer-songwriter spoke about how "abusive" pornography skewed her early sexual experiences.

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Record numbers of young Guatemalans migrate north, leaving families in limbo

Chasing economic opportunity, record numbers of young Central Americans are braving the journey north.

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Nagaland killings: Anger grows after Indian army’s botched ambush

Locals in Nagaland state demand government action after troops shot dead 14 civilians.

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Saudi Arabia allows free thinkers to talk to students

Young men and women meet leading philosophers in a country criticised for intolerance of dissent.

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Tom Holland: 'There are kids who look up to Spider-Man'

Spider-Man: No Way Home is Tom Holland's third solo film and his sixth as part of the Avengers.

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Ros Atkins on... the Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen F1 title drama

Max Verstappen was crowned F1 world champion, after winning the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

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How much does the diplomatic boycott of Beijing 2022 matter?

The Winter Olympics have been hit by a flurry of protests from governments in the West.

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Queensland border reopens to other Australian states

Families enjoy emotional reunions after a controversial five-month border closure ends.

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

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

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The ultra-violent cult that became a global mafia

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

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France resists US challenge to its values

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

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Omicron: India aims to avoid 'pandemic roulette'

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

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

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

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Italian church apologises after bishop tells children 'Santa does not exist'

The bishop in Sicily told children Santa's red costume had been created by Coca-Cola, Italian media say.

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Kentucky tornadoes: Biden reaches out to affected US states

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

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Covid: Brazil to demand proof of vaccination from foreign visitors

Foreign travellers will need to provide a vaccination certificate in order to enter the country.

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

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

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Covid in Austria: Mass protest in Vienna against measures

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

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

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

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The Nigerian woman whose life changed when she visited a leprosy colony

A Nigerian woman living in the US never imagined that leprosy still existed in her home country.

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The priests navigating Colombia's conflict zones

Catholic clergy are sometimes the only ones who can access areas where armed groups are active.

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Meth and heroin fuel Afghanistan drugs boom

With a collapsing economy and severe drought, Afghanistan’s drug trade is on the rise.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'misty mornings'

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

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ICYMI: Scuba-diving Santa and other festive moments

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

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Kentucky hit by 'worst ever tornadoes'

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

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

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

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Ros Atkins on… Compulsory Covid vaccinations

Ros Atkins examines the ethical arguments surrounding vaccine mandates.

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Kashmir killings: The families still waiting for bodies of loved ones

Relatives of people killed by security forces during encounters say they have little hope of justice.

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Mexico truck crash: Officials working to identify over 50 victims

More than 50 people. thought to be migrants from Central America, were killed in the crash.

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Ghislaine Maxwell prosecutors rest their case

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

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

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

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Mexico truck crash: 'There are so many dead'

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

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The country that is Europe's hub for cargo bikes

In Germany, generous subsidies are leading to more sophisticated cargo bikes.

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Mothers reborn: The surprising benefits of lifelike dolls

Reborn dolls are hyper-realistic dummies, and for some women, they serve a deeper purpose.

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Capitol riot: US appeals court rejects Trump's request to block files

A panel investigating the Capitol riot wants to see the ex-president's White House records.

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US-led coalition against IS ends combat mission in Iraq

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

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How a Russian invasion of Ukraine could spill over into Europe

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

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Astroworld: Travis Scott says he was unaware fans were hurt

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

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Goallball player Sevda Altunoluk: 'I am the world's best'

Sevda Altunoluk believes in empowering visually impaired people by encouraging them to compete in sport.

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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: ‘I want to say what I think’

The Nigerian writer shares her experience of grief and her thoughts on "cancel culture" and trans rights.

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Tiger Woods will make his return at PNC Championship alongside son Charlie

Tiger Woods will make his comeback playing alongside son Charlie at the PNC Championship in Florida next week.

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Russia Ukraine: Sending US troops not on table - Biden

The US president says a Western response to a Russian invasion would not include boots on the ground.

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UK and Canada join diplomatic boycott of China Winter Olympics

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

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

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

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Vote For The Best Metropolitan Diary Entry of 2021

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Ghislaine Maxwell: Jury sees never-before-seen photos of Epstein and defendant

FBI agents submit previously unseen photo evidence as third accuser testifies in Maxwell trial.

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Cyclone Causes Flooding in Hawaii

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Bitcoin 'founder' to keep 1m Bitcoin cache

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

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Charlottesville’s Statue of Robert E. Lee Will Be Melted Down

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French Police Arrest Man in Connection With Khashoggi Killing

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Jussie Smollett Tells Jury He Did Not Direct a Fake Attack on Himself

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Indonesia volcano: How I escaped the deadly Mt Semeru eruption

Watch as this survivor describes how he escaped the deadly Mt Semeru eruption in Indonesia.

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Hyun Sook Han, Korean Social Worker and Adoption Pioneer, Dies at 83

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Toyota will spend $1.3 billion on a N.C. electric car battery plant.

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Claude Humphrey, Pillar of N.F.L. Falcons’ ‘Grits Blitz,’ Dies at 77

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Justice Dept. Files Voting Rights Suit Against Texas Over New Map

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United States Will Not Send Government Officials to Beijing Olympics

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Gervonta Davis Bests a Rival While Burnishing His Star Power

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United States Will Not Send Government Officials to Beijing Olympics

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Storm Could Cause ‘Catastrophic Flooding’ in Hawaii, Forecasters Warn

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Chanel, TikTok and the Beauty Advent Calendar Controversy

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Carrie Mae Weems Sets the Stage and Urges Action

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US diplomats to boycott 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

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

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Amid shortage, Canada taps into emergency maple syrup reserves

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

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US boss fires 900 employees over Zoom

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

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NASA Introduces Class of 10 New Astronaut Candidates

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After 8 Wolves Are Poisoned, Oregon Police Ask for Help

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Do You Teach Science or Math Using The New York Times?

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In ‘Landscapers,’ True Crime Meets Hollywood Fantasy

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A Cold Plunge For a Mental Boost

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900 Bison at Yellowstone Are Targeted for Removal

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Gambia elections: Adama Barrow declared presidential election winner

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

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Spike in Omicron Variant Cases Puts Europe on Edge

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Viewing a Tragic Case Through the Eyes of Investigators

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Your Monday Briefing

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‘A War Hero and Patriot’: Leaders React to the Death of Bob Dole

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

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

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Indonesia volcano: Villages buried under hot ash

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

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Trump social media firm says it has raised $1bn

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

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What happened to the idea of using pandemic-emptied New York hotels for affordable housing?

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Cambodian Effort to Find Artifacts Won’t End With Informant’s Death

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Review: ‘Landscapers’ Is Not Your Typical True-Crime Love Story

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Exploring the Dimensions of Black Power at Alvin Ailey

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The Ghosts of Mississippi

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As uncertainties linger about the new variant, officials say U.S. Omicron cases are likely to rise.

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Antony Sher, Actor Acclaimed for His Versatility, Dies at 72

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Ex-Senator David Perdue to Run for Governor of Georgia

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‘The Fortune Men,’ a Novel That Remembers a Man Wrongly Sentenced to Death

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U.S. Military Has Acted Against Ransomware Groups, General Acknowledges

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U.S. Military Has Acted Against Ransomware Groups, General Acknowledges

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What’s Driving Putin’s Ukraine Brinkmanship?

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Alabama Picks Georgia Apart, Setting Course for Another Playoff

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Lawrence Weiner, Artist Whose Medium Was Language, Dies at 79

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To Counter China, Austin Vows to Shore Up Alliances With Others in Region

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Vaccine demand grows in the U.S. and so do wait times.

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

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

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South Africa: The rape survivor who convicts rapists

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

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Princess Beatrix, the former Dutch Queen, isolating after testing positive for Covid.

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Come Again?

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Signs of Sea Change at Art Basel Miami: More Galleries of Color

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Signs of Sea Change at Art Basel Miami: More Galleries of Color

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CNN Fires Chris Cuomo After New Details on Help He Gave His Brother

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Palestinian Who Stabs Israeli in East Jerusalem Is Killed by Police

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Britain, a leader in genomic testing, has detected around 160 Omicron cases and tightens restrictions.

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Merkel makes a final appeal for Germans to get vaccinated, citing the bitterness of avoidable deaths.

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Yes, It’s Snowing in Hawaii. No, It’s Not That Weird.

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