Bola Tinubu wins Nigeria's presidential election against Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi

Bola Tinubu, 70, is declared the winner of Nigeria's election despite opposition calls for a rerun.

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Covid: FBI director Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Christopher Wray says the FBI has "for quite some time" settled on a potential lab incident in Wuhan.

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India G20: Diplomatic test as Ukraine war dominates talks

Can India navigate tensions and secure any agreements as a divided G20 meets in Delhi?

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Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia

The K-pop superstars are among major acts that have returned as pandemic restrictions ease.

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Finland starts construction of Russia border fence

The Finnish government has sought to boost border security since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Ukraine war: Viral conspiracy theories falsely claim the war is fake

False claims that the war in Ukraine is a hoax have been shared online as the country marked the first anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion.

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Israeli-American killed in West Bank as unrest intensifies

The shooting happened after Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian villages on Sunday night.

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Ukraine war: Victoria Osemene, the Nigerian student who never left

Nigerian student Victoria Osemene stayed in Kharkiv when Russian troops invaded Ukraine last year.

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Storm Juliette: Cold snap leaves Barcelona covered in snow

Storm Juliette sets off a weather alert in parts of northern Spain as cold air comes in from the Arctic.

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Wizz Air to suspend Moldova flights over airspace safety

The suspension, from 14 March, comes after a Russian missile crossed Moldovan skies.

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Ukraine war: On board with Ukraine's attack helicopter crews

Ukraine pilot Roman says they need modern helicopters and explains how they evade Russia's air-defence systems.

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Ukraine war: How Russia took the south - and then got stuck

The story of Russia's rapid advance in southern Ukraine, told by the people who managed to stop it.

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Mexico protests: Huge crowds rally against electoral reform

People marched on the presidential palace in Mexico City, where organisers claim 500,000 gathered.

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Bao Fan: Missing Chinese billionaire assisting authorities, firm says

Bao Fan's disappearance this month renewed concerns of a potential crackdown on finance and tech figures.

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Ukraine war: On board low-flying helicopter with renowned airman

The BBC gets rare access to a renowned airman and his ageing helicopter during a low-flying mission.

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EU chief and UK PM to hold 'final talks' on NI deal

The EU's Ursula von der Leyen will be in the UK on Monday for face-to-face talks with PM Rishi Sunak.

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Delhi's Manish Sisodia arrested over corruption allegations

Delhi's deputy chief minister denies the allegations - his party says "dirty politics" is behind the move.

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Israel and Palestinians pledge to reduce violence

As rare talks were held in Jordan, a Palestinian gunman killed two Israelis in the occupied West Bank.

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US media drop Dilbert comics over creator's racist tirade

The comic strip's creator Scott Adams said white people should "get the hell away" from black people.

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Ukraine's Banksy stamps feature art of Putin in judo match

They reproduce a mural by the UK graffiti artist on a Ukrainian house devastated by Russian shelling.

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Mystery over lost pen pal who fled Rwandan genocide

Sophie Buchaillard lives in hope that she will one day find out what happened to her friend.

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Ghana's love affair with reggae and Jamaican Patois

Why a West African country with a rich musical scene has such strong links to Jamaica.

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Northern Ireland Protocol: Sunak wants to get job done on new Brexit deal

The prime minister says no agreement has been made but he is hopeful of a "positive outcome".

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G20 meeting deadlocked over calling out Ukraine war

Russia and China refused to condemn Moscow's invasion at a meeting of finance ministers in India.

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Rebellious Andean bear sneaks out of US zoo - twice

The South American species escaped his habitat at the St Louis Zoo for the second time this month.

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Week in pictures: 18 - 24 February 2023

A selection of powerful images from around the world, taken in the past seven days.

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Turkish journalists detained over earthquake reports

Press freedom groups criticise a new "disinformation law" used to target reporting on the disaster.

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TV show Succession to end after fourth season

The Emmy-winning show's creator Jesse Armstrong says it feels like the right time for it to end.

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Ukraine war: Russia interrupts UN minute's silence

The Russian ambassador said he wanted the UN to commemorate everyone who has died in Ukraine since 2014.

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US ex-lawyer Alex Murdaugh admits he stole millions for drugs

The former lawyer accused of murdering his wife and son had a powerful 60-pill-a-day opiate habit.

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Ukraine war: The friends who fought Russia's invasion

Jeremy Bowen catches up with two Ukrainian students who chose to fight when Russia's invasion began.

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Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 February 2023

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.

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Ukraine war: One year in 87 seconds on anniversary

On 24 February 2022, Vladimir Putin sent troops into Ukraine, hoping to take over the country in a matter of days.

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Latvian MP swears at Russia in Ukraine protest walkout

Delegates walked out of a security conference after a Russian representative began speaking.

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R. Kelly gets extra prison time after latest sex abuse conviction

The disgraced singer is sentenced to 20 years, but 19 will be served alongside an existing term.

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Florida TV journalist and girl killed near homicide scene

A nine-year-old was killed by a suspect accused of murdering a woman in the same area hours earlier.

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Nigeria elections 2023: Young people pin their hopes on presidential outsider

Some 40% of Nigeria's voters are under 35, and many want change after years of misrule.

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Ukraine war: Ten photos taken before lives changed forever

A child's art project, a driving lesson and a football match - Ukrainians reflect on their lives before war.

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Los Angeles meteorologists marvel at blizzard warnings

It's usually sunny and warm in Southern California, but area forecasters are experiencing a first

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Brazil landslides: Dozens missing, feared buried in the mud

More than 40 people have been killed in landslides which hit coastal towns in Brazil's São Paulo state.

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Russians in Putin's chokehold turn a blind eye to war

Most prefer to let the Kremlin get on with its war, but keeping their heads down means moral compromises.

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Winds lash Madagascar's coast as Cyclone Freddy makes landfall

Gusts above130km/h (81mph) cause a storm surge, ripping off roofs and killing at least one person.

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Ram Rahim: Anger over parole for Indian guru jailed for rape

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, convicted of rape and murder, has spent a third of the last year out of jail.

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Kenya to investigate 'sex for work' exposed in BBC tea documentary

Parliament orders an inquiry after dozens of women speak of abuse on British-operated tea farms.

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Uber, Ola, Rapido: Jobs at risk as Delhi bans motorbike taxis

The Delhi government has asked ride-sharing apps to halt motorbike taxi services over licensing issues.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake: Baby pulled from the rubble reunited with aunt and uncle

The newborn girl is adopted by her aunt and uncle who name her after her late mother, Afraa.

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Algeria jails journalist Ihsane el-Kadi as old guard asserts power

The "preventative detention" of a veteran journalist suggests not much has changed in Algeria.

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How ASML became Europe’s most valuable tech firm

ASML machines make computer chips - with technology so advanced the firm is caught in geopolitical rivalry.

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Aziz Abdullah: Uyghur asylum-seeker death heaps pressure on Thailand

Aziz Abdullah fled Xinjiang but got no further than Bangkok, where he died in an immigration centre.

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Justin Welby rejected as leader by conservative Anglicans over same-sex blessings

10 Archbishops criticise Justin Welby over the Church of England backing blessings for same-sex couples.

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Cambodia: Angkorian crown jewellery handed over in London

The secret collection of 77 items from the Angkorian period has stunned antiquities experts.

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Brewdog: UK craft beer giant expands into China

The firm says its Punk IPA and other beers will be brewed in the country by the end of next month.

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Footballer Christian Atsu's body returned to Ghana

The 31-year-old was found dead under the rubble of his home in Turkey two weeks after the earthquake.

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We want Russia to come, say Moldova protesters

Crowds in Chisinau voice anger at rising living costs and poverty as Moscow is accused of sending saboteurs.

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Has Putin's war failed and what does Russia want?

A year into Russia's war, he has little to show for it but there is no sign of an end.

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China may give Russia weapons for Ukraine war, Anthony Blinken warns

The US secretary of state said Beijing was considering "lethal support" for Russia in Ukraine.

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Syrian earthquake victims being sent 'home' from Turkey for burial

The bodies of some of the more than 2,300 Syrians who died in Turkey are being repatriated by their families.

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Five killed in Israeli strike on Damascus, Syria says

Syria's army says a soldier is among the dead, after rockets hit a high-security area of the capital.

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Ukraine war: Russia must be defeated but not 'crushed', Macron says

The French president reaffirms support for Kyiv but hints that talks with Russia are a final goal.

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Ghana President Nana Akufo-Addo's cathedral plan stalls amid economic crisis

Ghana is seeking a $3bn loan from the IMF but the president is pushing ahead with a huge new cathedral.

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The protesters who've gone missing as China deepens crackdown

Police have quietly gone after those who took part in the November protests that shook China.

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Former US President Jimmy Carter to receive hospice care

The former US president will "spend his remaining time at home with his family", the Carter Center said.

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Rishi Sunak: Ukraine's long-term security must be ensured now

Allies must give advanced Nato-standard equipment and long-term security assurances, Sunak says.

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Ukraine War: Over 30,000 Wagner fighters injured or killed in Ukraine, says US

Poorly trained convicts make up 90% of the Russian mercenaries killed, according to a US estimate.

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Shape-shifting robot melts itself to escape lab jail

Within minutes, the Lego-like figure is seen moving behind bars, then liquefying itself to freedom.

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Chilli crab: The woman behind Singapore's beloved dish

Cher Yam Tian, who created what is now a world-famous culinary delight, dies at 90.

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Hugh Jackman: Inevitable that Australia will become a republic

The X-Men star said the move would be "natural", but he still had respect for the UK's Royal Family.

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How MI5 caught UK embassy spy selling secrets to Russia

The BBC's Home Affairs correspondent explains what David Smith did, and how he was stopped.

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US food sanitation firm fined after children worked nights

More than 100 teenagers, ages 13-17, worked for a sanitation company, the Department of Labor says.

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The race across Europe to build green steel plants

A project is under way in northern Sweden which will drastically cut CO2 emissions in making steel.

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Why is South Africa's navy joining exercises with Russia and China?

South Africa is taking part in a naval exercise with Russia and China, to the dismay of the US.

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Bankrupt Alex Jones spends nearly $100,000 a month

The Infowars host has nearly $10m in assets, and his outgoings include childcare, alimony and home upkeep.

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Holding out against China in a row over reefs

China and the Philippines both have rival claims in the South China Sea.

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Zelensky: 'Big mistake' if Belarus gets involved in war with Russia

The Ukrainian president was asked about if Russia attacked from the Belarussian border.

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Elderly in China protest over slashed health benefits

A second round of protests in seven days place fresh pressure on leader Xi Jinping.

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Is Disney's magic spell wearing off?

Under pressure to boost profit, Disney is doing what has worked for 100 years: rebooting the classics.

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Panama migrant bus plunges off road killing 39

Migrants hoping to reach the US died when their bus fell into a ravine near Costa Rica.

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Raquel Welch: US actress and model dead at 82

Welch won a Golden Globe Award in 1974 for her performance in The Three Musketeers.

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New Barney leaves fans bemused by reimagined image

People online mock the dinosaur's reimagined image, which will appear in a new animated series.

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United flight 1722: US to investigate Boeing 777's mysterious nosedive

Passengers reportedly screamed as the flight from Hawaii plunged 1,400ft before the plane recovered.

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Ethiopia war in Tigray: Eritrean soldiers accused of rape despite peace deal

A 2022 peace deal halted Ethiopia's two-year civil war. Women say it did not stop the violence.

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Cocaine haul sparks hunt for Australian trio rescued at sea

The three men were found clinging to an esky cool box at sea two weeks ago, but are now wanted by police.

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US suspects three unidentified objects it shot down were 'benign'

The White House says the unidentified aircraft may have been "tied to commercial or research entities".

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Jovenel Moise: Four more people arrested over plot to kill Haiti's president

Suspects include the boss of a US company that hired Colombian veterans for the mission, say officials.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake: Satellite images show Jindayris devastation

More than 500 bodies have been pulled from the rubble of 200 destroyed buildings in Jindayris.

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Pierre Palmade: French comic faces charges over drug-fuelled crash

Pierre Palmade faces charges after a head-on collision led to a woman losing her unborn baby.

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Australian boy, 8, dies of suspected electrocution at Fiji resort

Police say Cairo Winitana was found "motionless" in a garden and believe he died of electrocution.

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Valentine's Day: How fake dates help Indians find love and intimacy

From dating surrogates to relationship coaches, Indians are turning to new ways to navigate love and desire.

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Cyclone Gabrielle: New Zealand declares state of emergency

It is the third time in the nation's history a state of emergency has been declared.

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White House defends decision to shoot down flying objects

Questions remain over what the three objects shot down over North America this weekend were.

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No aliens insists White House before ET joke about shot down objects

Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre reassures the US population as questions remain over the shot down objects.

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Super Bowl 57: Kansas City Chiefs fight back to beat Philadelphia Eagles 38-35 in thriller

The Kansas City Chiefs become NFL champions for the second time in four years after fighting back to claim a thrilling 38-35 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Kenyan rice farmers battle quelea birds in Kisumu

Kenya wants to kill some six million quelea birds which have invaded rice fields around the country.

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David Jolicoeur: Rapper and founding member of De La Soul dies

David Jolicoeur went by the name Trugoy the Dove and was notably absent from last week's Grammy's.

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US military shoots down another flying object over Lake Huron

Washington has been on high alert since its military destroyed a suspected Chinese spy balloon on 4 February.

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Why are BP, Shell, and other oil giants making so much money right now?

Oil and gas producers are making billions while bills soar. Should governments tax them more?

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Tiny creature unlocks life before the ice age

A cave in Canada has been declared a globally significant location to preserve a rare amphipod.

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Ukraine war: Russian soldier death rate highest since first week of war

Ukrainian data shows 824 Russians dying per day, and the UK says the trends are "likely accurate".

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Quake-hit Turkey issues 113 building arrest warrants

Before the quake, there were amnesties for contractors who swerved regulations.

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The boxer who fled Iran seeking the freedom to fight

Exiled after competing in France while failing to wear a hijab, Sadaf Khadem says it is now her home.

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Grieving a daughter's Covid death in Wuhan - while being surveilled

Yang Min has demanded "justice" for her daughter, who died of Covid in China three years ago.

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US aircraft shoots down new airborne object over Canada

It comes after the US shot down an aerial object off the coast of Alaska on Friday.

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Turkey earthquake rescue: How two sisters were saved from the rubble

The BBC witnesses the hours-long rescue of Merve and Irem from a collapsed apartment block in Turkey.

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Florida expands governor's power to move migrants

Democrats says the relocations are "human trafficking", but Republicans say it's "humanitarian".

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Canada appeals ruling to repatriate citizens in Syria

British-Canadian dual national Jack Letts is one of the four men a court ordered Canada to repatriate.

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Turkey earthquake fault lines mapped from space

The EU's Sentinel satellite system traces how the ground ruptured during Monday's big tremors.

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Marina Ovsyannikova: Anti-war Russian journalist recounts dramatic escape

Maria Ovsyannikova, who protested live on air last year, is now in France but still fears for her life.

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Fighter jets for Ukraine: The challenges of giving warplanes to Kyiv

Ukraine wants Western jets to help fight Russia, but using them effectively could be difficult.

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US congresswoman throws hot coffee at lift attacker

The shocking attack on Minnesota Democrat Angie Craig does not appear to be politically motivated.

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Africa's week in pictures: 3-9 February 2023

A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake: Freezing weather adds to despair as quake toll passes 20,000

The UN calls for aid workers to get more resources and warns the full extent of the disaster is still unfolding.

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Alec Baldwin sued by Halyna Hutchins' family over Rust film

The family of Halyna Hutchins, who died in the October 2021 shooting, have filed a civil suit.

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Donald Trump back on Facebook and Instagram

The former US president's feeds, which have tens of millions of followers, have been restored.

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Disney to cut 7,000 jobs in major shake-up of firm

The cuts come as boss Bob Iger presented his set of financial figures since his shock return to the firm.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky asks France and Germany for fighter jets

After convincing the West to supply tanks, Ukraine's president is now on a mission to get aircraft.

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Ramcharitmanas: The Hindu epic poem causing a political storm in India

The famous 16th-Century poem Ramcharitmanas has become a battle ground over claims it's discriminatory.

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Chinese balloon part of worldwide fleet, US officials say

US officials say the object is part of a wider fleet of balloons that has spanned five continents.

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How rescue videos give only glimpse into Syria quake horror

A look at how the BBC is able to cover the story with such limited access on the ground.

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Turkey earthquake: How do search and rescue teams save people?

A search and rescue operation is under way, with specialist teams arriving from around the world.

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State of the Union: How Brandon Tsay is shouldering the spotlight

Brandon Tsay disarmed a gunman. The president praised him during Tuesday's big speech.

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A secret room that saved this girl's life

Behind the sale of a masterpiece painting is the story of a Jewish girl's extraordinary escape from the Nazis.

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Relics of zero-Covid dot China as life moves on

The country amassed zero-Covid infrastructure - now much of it is being dismantled or repurposed.

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Turkey earthquake: Yeni Malatyaspor goalkeeper Ahmet Eyup Turkaslan dies

Turkish second division club Yeni Malatyaspor confirm goalkeeper Ahmet Eyup Turkaslan has died following Monday's earthquake in his home country.

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Oscars: Danielle Deadwyler claims Hollywood is 'deeply impacted by racism'

Danielle Deadwyler and Viola Davis were tipped to be nominated for best actress, but missed out.

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Russia's African footprint grows with Lavrov trip to Mali

Amid Russia's isolation, its friendship with Mali blossoms, but has it stopped jihadist violence?

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Anthony Lowe: New video released in police killing of double amputee

Police also released audio of an emergency call by a man who was allegedly stabbed by Anthony Lowe.

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Turkey quake: Heavy rain hampers rescue efforts

At least 3,500 people are confirmed dead in the quake that struck northern Syria and Turkey.

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When a Canadian weather balloon went rogue

A stray research balloon survived 1,000 rounds of ammunition from fighter jets on its travels back in 1998.

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Former aide accuses Republican George Santos of sexual misconduct

The prospective staffer has asked the House ethics panel to look into a sexual misconduct claim.

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Turkey earthquake: Video shows destroyed buildings

A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck south-east Turkey, demolishing buildings and killing scores of people.

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Grammy Awards 2023: Beyoncé becomes the biggest winner in history

With her latest award, the star becomes the most celebrated artist in the ceremony's history.

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Inside the centre dedicated to combating unseen war threats

Frank Gardner visits the Helsinki centre where a joint EU-Nato team is focused on so-called hybrid threats.

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Ukraine war: The five key cities and towns in Russia's sights

There are signs Russia is preparing a new offensive - James Waterhouse in Kyiv looks at Moscow's objectives.

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Bageshwar Dham Sarkar: The Indian guru making headlines over 'miracle' cures

Bageshwar Dham Sarkar's supporters claim he has divine powers, can heal the sick and read people's minds.

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Video appears to show China 'spy' balloon being shot down

The white balloon - which the US has confirmed bringing down - is seen falling through the sky.

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Pervez Musharraf, Pakistan's ex-president, dies aged 79

The former president, who seized power in a coup in 1999, survived numerous assassination attempts.

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Wealthy UK family to apologise in Grenada over slave-owning past

The Trevelyan family, who owned more than 1,000 African slaves in the 19th Century, will also pay reparations.

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Turkey elections: Biggest test for Erdogan amid cost of living crisis

Rampant inflation is a key issue for voters as Turkey’s President Erdogan faces elections in May.

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Giant wave overturns yacht during dramatic US rescue

Video shows the vessel capsizing in rough Pacific seas as the man on board is rescued.

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Luxury rehab centres now offer therapy for 'crypto addiction'

Luxury rehab centres address the life-consuming nature of crypto trading, but some question the huge costs.

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Canadian teen wins $48m lotto jackpot on first try

Sensible Juliette Lamour, 18, immediately turned to a financial planner, or Dad, as she calls him.

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Eurovision 2023: John Lydon fails in bid to be Ireland's act for Liverpool

Public Image Ltd, which John Lydon formed after the Sex Pistols split, had hoped to go to the song contest.

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Jafar Panahi: Prominent Iranian film director leaves jail

Award-winning film maker Jafar Panahi was seen hugging supporters after leaving Tehran's Evin prison.

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Musk found not guilty of fraud over Tesla tweet

Tesla boss Elon Musk is cleared of fraud charges over a tweet about taking the carmaker private.

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Ukraine war: US to provide long-range missiles in latest aid package

The fresh aid worth $2.2bn (£1.83bn) includes rockets capable of striking parts of occupied Crimea.

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The US-China spy balloon row in under a minute

BBC security correspondent Gordon Corera explains what it's all about.

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Andrew Tate: Influencer threatened workers with violence, victim claims

The alleged victim claims Andrew Tate forced workers to raise €10,000 a month on social media platforms.

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Africa's week in pictures: 27 January - 2 February 2023

A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

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40 countries 'could boycott 2024 Olympics'

Poland sports minister Kamil Bortniczuk says up to 40 countries could boycott the 2024 Olympics in Paris, making the Games "pointless".

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Apple sales in biggest fall since 2019

The decline came as people cut back in the face of higher living costs, said Apple's boss.

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Punxsutawney Phil is not the only furry forecaster

Punxatawney Phil may be the star of Groundhog Day, but US towns have many other predictive rodents.

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Anger and hope for change at Tyre Nichols funeral

People in Memphis said they did not need to watch the bodycam to know how police behave in their city.

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Cardinal George Pell's funeral sees mourners and protesters

He was the highest-ranking Catholic from Australia but faced accusations of child sexual abuse.

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Panchayat: The rural drama that became India's most-loved show

Panchayat centres around a young man from a city who is forced to take up a job in a remote Indian village.

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Vienna murders: Four guilty of helping jihadist in terror attack

The killer went on the rampage in November 2020, killing four and wounding many others.

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Nikki Haley poised to enter 2024 presidential race

The former UN ambassador will reportedly announce a presidential run at an event on 15 February.

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Ukraine war: Russia planning 24 February offensive, Ukrainian defence minister says

Ukraine's defence minister says Russia has amassed some 500,000 men for an attack in the coming weeks.

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