Irish President Michael D Higgins taken to hospital

He was taken to hospital for further tests as a precaution, according to broadcaster RTÉ.

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Pentagon chief grilled over secret hospital stay

Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin acknowledged a "breakdown in notifications" about his health problems.

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Bolivia floods: Homes destroyed and animals rescued

The mayor of Cobija, a city in the north, declares the area a disaster zone because of heavy rain.

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Ugandan warlord's victims awarded share of $56m

Dominic Ongwen was convicted of crimes including rape, kidnapping and murder by the ICC.

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US wrestling star Michael Jones dies aged 61

Jones is remembered for his various personas - including Virgil, Vincent and Soul Train Jones.

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Netanyahu and Biden spar over Israel-Gaza war support

Israel's PM says Americans back the war with Hamas, despite President Biden arguing it could "lose support".

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Navalny lawyer reportedly arrested in Moscow

Vasily Dubkov, who represented the Russian activist, was arrested for "violating public order", reports say.

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Boeing review finds 'disconnect' on safety

A report ordered by the government finds "gaps in Boeing's safety journey".

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US airman dies after setting himself on fire at Israeli embassy

Secret Service agents extinguished the flames during the incident on Sunday afternoon.

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Gaza children search for food to keep families alive

As aid reaching the territory dwindles, reports of widespread malnutrition are increasing.

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Man sets himself on fire outside US Israeli embassy

An investigation into the incident under way, which happened in Washington DC.

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Thousands attend Bolsonaro rally in Brazil

Brazil's former president greets supporters in Sao Paulo as an investigation continues into the 2023 storming of Congress.

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At least 15 dead in Burkina Faso church attack

It the latest atrocity in the country to be attributed to Islamist militants.

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After 1,250 years women join Japan's (nearly) naked festival

Women take part despite some in the community suggesting it should remain a men-only event.

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The blind Ukrainian amputee whose wife's voice kept him alive

Serhiy suffered catastrophic injuries - including losing both his legs - when an anti-tank mine blew up his vehicle.

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US and UK carry out new strikes on Yemen's Houthis

The US says the allies targeted 18 sites, including missile storages, drones and radars.

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Zelensky insists Ukraine will win on war anniversary

Western leaders are in Kyiv in a show of solidarity as the country grapples with a range of setbacks.

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I miss bread, says girl, as Gaza food crisis mounts

Footage shows desperation as crowds rush to aid deliveries.

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Senegal's president agrees to go but no poll date set

Macky Sall's attempt to postpone the elections has thrown Senegal into political turmoil.

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Early videos of Valencia fire show how flames spread

Experts say highly flammable cladding may have helped the fire spread.

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Wendy Williams diagnosed with aphasia and dementia

A care team for the US talk show host shared the update "to correct inaccurate and hurtful rumours".

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US teen segregated over hairstyle gets choked up

Darryl George has been in in school isolation for the length of his locs hairstyle since August.

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Biden cancels $1.2bn in student loans

The move is expected to affect more than 150,000 eligible borrowers and will be applied automatically.

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Israeli report says Hamas sexual crimes 'systematic'

The Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel found "identical patterns" at 7 October attack sites.

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Russia 'struggling with supply of weapons' for war

Reports of Russian shortages come as concerns over the provision of Western weapons to Ukraine mount.

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Ship blamed for Cape Town stink leaves for Iraq

South African authorities say conditions on board the livestock vessel from Brazil are "abhorrent".

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Woolworths boss quits after TV interview

The Australian grocery chief walked out on a reporter when questioned over alleged price-gouging tactics.

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Pakistan parties reach formal coalition agreement

It comes after a contentious election where the largest party led by former-PM Imran Khan alleged vote-rigging.

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Parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke jailed for child abuse

The former influencer is sentenced to between four and 60 years in prison for abusing her children.

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How an asbestos scare has sent Sydney scrambling

In an escalating crisis, the toxic substance has been found at dozens of sites across the city.

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US zoo extracts 70 coins from white alligator

The zoo found the coins during a routine examination and urged visitors not to throw coins into exhibits.

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Poland spyware inquiry to quiz former ministers

Lawmakers are set to investigate claims the former government snooped on the phones of its opponents.

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Africa's 'flying presidents' under fire for foreign trips

The Kenyan and Nigerian presidents face domestic criticism for their frequent trips abroad.

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Israel sets deadline for ground offensive in Rafah

A war cabinet member says unless Hamas frees all hostages by 10 March an assault will begin in Rafah.

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More than 50 shot dead in Papua New Guinea ambush

The country has long struggled with tribal violence, but the killings are believed to be the worst in years.

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British Museum facing online calls to return Easter Island statue

A campaign by social media users in Chile seeks the repatriation of Hoa Hakananai'a moai to the island.

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A US soldier killed two at Mount Fuji. So why must Japan apologise?

The early release of Ridge Alkonis, who killed two in a car accident, stirs unease over US-Japan relations.

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The Oscar-winning film that captured Navalny's life and possible death

The director of the 2022 Oscar-winning film speaks of his shock at the death of Alexei Navalny.

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Gaza ceasefire talks not very promising, says Qatar

Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu vows to carry on the war against Hamas regardless of international pressure.

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'Zombie Fires' burning at an alarming rate in Canada

Canada's wildfire season is not over, with dozens of winter fires still burning beneath the soil.

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Is Russia about to win another victory in Ukraine?

With Russia on the verge of taking Avdiivka, the Ukrainians have tough choices to make.

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Senegal election delay ruled unlawful

The Constitutional Court annuls President Macky Sall's decree moving this month's vote to December.

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Rafah images show huge blast craters close to camps

BBC Verify has analysed the latest satellite image from the city in southern Gaza.

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'Love is a beautiful thing': Australian PM gets engaged

Anthony Albanese is the first Australian prime minister to get engaged while in office.

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Top Republican warns of 'serious' national security threat

The White House said the threat is not imminent and will brief congressional leaders on Thursday.

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Russia arrests German for carrying cannabis gummy bears

The German national, 38, was arrested after six cannabis edibles were found in his rucksack.

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Afcon: Ivory Coast and Nigeria players get cash, villas and honours

Players of both winners Ivory Coast and runners-up Nigeria get handsome rewards from their presidents.

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Pakistan election: Imran Khan's rivals PML-N and PPP reach deal to form government

PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif plans to nominate his brother Shehbaz Sharif to be prime minister.

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Robert F Kennedy Jr apologises to family over Super Bowl ad

The advertisement, aired just before halftime, spliced images of the candidate into a 1960 JFK ad.

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Israel’s assault on Rafah looms, but no plan yet to evacuate civilians

Aid agencies say there is nowhere safe to move the 1.5 million people now sheltering in the city.

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Israel-Gaza war: Biden tells Netanyahu plan needed for civilian safety in Rafah

The US President tells Israel's PM that the measure is needed before its planned offensive there.

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Nato chief says Donald Trump comments 'undermine all of our security'

The presidential hopeful suggests the US will not protect allies failing to meet defence spending targets.

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Trinidad and Tobago hit by mystery ship oil spill

At least 15km (nine miles) of Tobago's coast is already affected after a mysterious ship overturned.

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Israel-Gaza war: Warnings mount as Israel plans Rafah offensive

More countries urge Israel against any military operation in the southern Gazan city crammed with refugees.

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DR Congo violence: Panic in Goma as M23 rebels advance

The rebel M23 group is blocking the main roads into Goma as it continues to wreak havoc in the east.

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Lunar New Year, from Beijing to New York

Festivities mark the end of the Year of the Rabbit and the start of the Year of the Dragon.

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World record for matchstick Eiffel Tower after U-turn

A French enthusiast who built the tower was previously told it had not qualified for the record.

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US Senator Chris Coons finds doppelganger in German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

Olaf Scholz, in the US to rally Ukraine aid, couldn't miss a chance to take a photo with his twin.

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Lava flows over roads and bursts water pipe after Iceland eruption

A key water pipe has been burst by the stream of lava, leaving 28,000 people without hot water.

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Biden 'wilfully retained' classified files but will not be charged

The investigation began more than a year ago after secret documents were found at Mr Biden's home and former office.

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What does Vladimir Putin gain from his Tucker Carlson interview?

The Russian leader's first interview with Western media since invading Ukraine comes at an opportune time.

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Dani Alves trial: Ex-Brazil and Barcelona footballer denies nightclub rape

The ex-Brazil and Barcelona defender testifies that his accuser could have left "if she wanted to".

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Afcon 2023: Nigeria 1-1 South Africa (aet, 4-2 on pens)

Stanley Nwabali saves two penalties to help Nigeria reach the Afcon 2023 final following a dramatic 1-1 draw with South Africa.

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French matchstick Eiffel Tower record bid ruled out over wrong matches

A French enthusiast who wanted to beat the world record is told he used the wrong matches.

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Donald Trump's failed immunity appeal is still a win for his delay strategy

The time it took to issue the decision has indefinitely delayed Mr Trump's election subversion trial.

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Sebastián Piñera: Former president of Chile dies in helicopter crash

Sebastián Piñera was the Chilean president twice, and was also a billionaire businessman.

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Tucker Carlson to interview Russia's Putin

The ex-Fox News host will be the first Western journalist to interview Vladimir Putin since Russia invaded Ukraine.

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McDonald's sales dented by Israel-Gaza boycotts

The chain said its fourth quarter sales failed to meet its target for the first time in four years.

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John Cage: Organ playing 639-year-long piece changes chord

Composed by avant-garde artist John Cage, the piece is expected to play in Germany until the year 2640.

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Footballer Dani Alves's rape trial begins in Spain

The ex-Brazil and Barcelona defender denies the assault, saying the sex was consensual.

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Grammy Awards 2024: Red carpet and ceremony in pictures

See the most eye-catching images and outfits as stars attend the music industry's biggest party.

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Parisians vote for rise in parking fees for SUVs

The vote was called by mayor Anne Hidalgo, who says SUVs are dangerous and bad for the environment.

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Grammys 2024: Kylie Minogue, Billie Eilish and The Beatles win early awards

Kylie wins her second ever Grammy Award, for Padam Padam, while The Beatles win best music video.

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Atmospheric river: Evacuations ahead of 'life-threatening' California storm

People in some areas are told to evacuate ahead of "one of the most dramatic weather days in recent memory".

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Tryfan: Woman scattering dad's ashes rescued on mountain

Kitty Harrison felt "proper doom" while precariously perched on a ledge on a notorious mountain.

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Chile wildfires: Nineteen killed as homes destroyed

More than two hundred residents have been reported missing in the coastal tourist city of Viña del Mar.

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Week in pictures: 27 January - 2 February 2024

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

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Fani Willis: Georgia prosecutors in Trump election case admit relationship

But Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis says conflict of interest claims are in "bad faith".

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Italian Culture Minister Vittorio Sgarbi resigns amid stolen painting allegations

Vittorio Sgarbi is accused of stealing the 17th-Century painting and altering it to conceal its provenance.

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Atmospheric river: California braces for 'life-threatening' rain storm

Forecasters predict the "largest storm of the season" just days after another storm walloped the state.

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Pressure grows on Kosovo's Serbs with currency curb

The country's decision to drop the currency used by its Serb minority sparks fears of renewed tensions.

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