Survivors of the 2015 attacks spoke to the BBC after the sentencing of Salah Abdeslam and 19 others.
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Thursday, June 30, 2022
Survivor makes tearful statement after R. Kelly sentencing
Lizzette Martinez tells reporters outside the New York court she is grateful for the 30-year sentence.
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Paris attacks: Surviving suspect Salah Abdeslam found guilty
Salah Abdeslam and 18 others are found guilty for their involvement in an attack that killed 130.
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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
Ukraine war cluster munitions: 'Everything began to explode'
A BBC investigation has gathered evidence of the repeated use of cluster munitions in the city of Chernihiv, northern Ukraine.
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Hisham al-Sayed: Hamas video claims to show captive Israeli
Hisham al-Sayed was last seen in 2015 when he is believed to have wandered into the Gaza Strip.
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Wimbledon: Rafael Nadal beats Francisco Cerundolo to reach second round
Rafael Nadal continues his bid for an improbable calendar-year Grand Slam by fighting off Francisco Cerundolo to win on his return to Wimbledon.
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Migrants die daily in lorries hot as 'gates of hell'
Eager to come to the US, migrants often ignore the fatal risks of being smuggled in vehicles
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Ghislaine Maxwell sentencing: 'We still want answers'
Annie Farmer testified in court against Jeffrey Epstein's associate in December, sharing how manipulative Maxwell was.
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Tuesday, June 28, 2022
How Afghanistan embassy in Delhi is surviving without funds
It's one of 70 such missions around the world running with little support since the Taliban takeover.
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Hong Kong: ‘We don’t know where the red line is’
China promised to protect democratic freedoms for 50 years but new laws have effectively silenced all criticism.
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Supreme Court Sides With Coach Over Prayers at the 50-Yard Line
By Adam Liptak via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/pdOwXH...
Jan. 6 Panel Abruptly Sets Tuesday Hearing on ‘Recently Obtained Evidence’
By Luke Broadwater and Maggie Haberman via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/VY97J4...
Ukraine war: Russian strike on shopping a centre a war crime - G7 leaders
Some 1,000 civilians were inside the building at the time of the strike, Ukraine's president said.
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Mohammed Zubair: Indian police arrests Modi critic over tweets
Mohammed Zubair of Alt News has reportedly been accused of insulting religious beliefs on Twitter.
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Malawi men jailed over murder of man with albinism
Five men are jailed after killing a man with albinism as part of a plot to sell his body parts.
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Monday, June 27, 2022
Ukraine war: BBC journalist Olga Malchevska returns to bombed Kyiv home
Olga Malchevska was live on air when she saw images of her childhood home in the aftermath of a Russian attack.
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Forced to Beg: Tanzania’s Trafficked Kids
A BBC undercover investigation has exposed a human trafficking network smuggling disabled children from Tanzania to Kenya.
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Why the world needs to do more to protect its oceans
A treaty to protect the world’s oceans is being discussed this week – what is at stake?
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Ukraine round-up: Conflict overshadows G7 summit
Russia pounds Ukraine with missiles for a second day, ahead of a key G7 summit of Western leaders.
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Ukraine war: What Severodonetsk's fall means for the conflict
Russian troops must still cross the Siversky Donets river to capture all of the Luhansk region.
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Colombia: Scores injured as bullfight stand collapses
Hundreds of people are injured after a wooden stand fell, local media report.
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Sunday, June 26, 2022
Russia promises Belarus Iskander-M nuclear-capable missiles
The Iskander-M systems can carry both conventional and nuclear warheads, with a range of up to 500 km.
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Russia on brink of default as debt deadline looms
The country is close to its first default since 1998 as sanctions block payments to creditors
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Nigerian Ife head: Why UK police are holding a priceless sculpture
Original Ife bronze heads, of which only some 20 survive, are thought to be about 700 years old.
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The Indians choosing not to have children
A growing number of Indians are deciding to not become parents. The BBC spoke to them to find out why.
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Ukraine war: Inside Ukraine's International Legion of foreign fighters
The BBC speaks to some of the thousands of foreign soldiers who have joined the fight against Russia.
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Roe v Wade: The world reacts to US abortion ruling
Our correspondents in Italy, El Salvador, India, Ireland and Canada explain the impact in countries across the globe.
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G7 face battle for unity as cost of Ukraine war mounts
The Russian war against Ukraine will inevitably dominate the summit of G7 nations in Bavaria.
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Saturday, June 25, 2022
Thomas’s concurring opinion raises questions about what rights might be next.
By Sheryl Gay Stolberg via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/OgsJjk...
Chess: A different Russia-Ukraine battle in India
Russia's Arkady Dvorkovich will take on Ukraine's Andrii Baryshpolets for the top post in chess administration.
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Roe v Wade: Elation and despair outside US Supreme Court
Women across the US have sharply different reactions to the decision to overturn Roe v Wade.
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Ukraine war: Families risking all to escape through Russia to Georgia
Risky escape routes have opened up for Ukrainians - including driving through Russia to Georgia.
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Kenyan elections: The woman who rallies crowds - but won't vote
Diana Mwazi is one of many young Kenyans who see elections as a way to make money, not bring change.
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Kidnap alert heightens Iran-Israel shadow war fears
The warnings for Israeli tourists join assassinations and sabotage as the foes aim at each other.
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First reactions to US Supreme Court abortion ruling
Protesters react strongly as news of the Supreme Court's decision spreads to crowds outside.
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Afghanistan earthquake: Survivors count horrific cost
Near the epicentre of the quake that struck Afghanistan this week, houses lie in ruins.
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Pompeii: Ancient pregnant tortoise surprises archaeologists
The reptile's 2,000-year-old remains are discovered by archaeologists buried in volcanic ash and rock.
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Friday, June 24, 2022
Maharashtra crisis: Why resorts often decide political fates in India
In India, politicians are often whisked away to fancy resorts at the time of a crisis - why?
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Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 June 2022
A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.
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Afghanistan earthquake: No food, no shelter and fears of cholera
Secunder Kermani reports from Paktika, Afghanistan, where one survivor says he lost 20 relatives.
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Anita Alvarez: Coach saves US swimmer who fainted during competition
Artistic swimmer Anita Alvarez was rescued from the bottom of the pool at the world championships.
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Federal Authorities Search Home of Trump Justice Dept. Official
By Alan Feuer, Adam Goldman and Maggie Haberman via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/yzO5qr...
Netflix cuts 300 more jobs after subscriptions fall
In April the streaming giant reported its first subscriber loss in more than a decade.
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Thursday, June 23, 2022
As audiences return to Glastonbury and other festivals, will they cope?
After two years of cancellations, music fans could experience a mixture of relief and anxiety.
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Ukraine war: High school students pose in prom dresses among ruins
Photographer Stanislav Senyk organised a photo shoot of students in the bombed city of Chernihiv.
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Twitter tests 'notes' feature with 2,500 word limit
The trial will allow some users to share "notes" beyond the normal 280-character limit for tweets.
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Rupert Murdoch and Jerry Hall to split - reports
Ms Hall was seen doting on the media mogul at his 90th birthday party only last year.
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Afghanistan quake: Taliban appeal for international aid
A 6.1 magnitude quake kills at least 1,000 people in the south-east, injuring hundreds more.
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Ecuador protests: Security concerns after police station attack
The country's interior minister denounces "radical" activists after the clashes in the town of Puyo.
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Wednesday, June 22, 2022
Ankur Warikoo, Rachana Ranade: The YouTubers Indians turn to for financial advice
Finance YouTubers are riding high as millions turn to them for advice and brands seek collaborations.
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Elon Musk: Billionaire's daughter cuts ties with her father
The tech billionaire's 18-year-old daughter has applied to legally change her name and gender.
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Shaye Moss: 'I don't want anyone knowing my name'
An ex-election worker tells the Capitol riot hearing she lives in fear after being targeted by Trump supporters.
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Capitol riot hearing: Poll officials detail Trump voters' death threats
An Arizona official describes how the statehouse was overwhelmed with threats and insults.
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Fans 'treated like animals' at Champions League final
Liverpool supporters accuse the French interior minister of lying about the behaviour of English fans.
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Bangladesh: Deadly floods leaves millions displaced
At least 32 people have been killed following heavy downpours that triggered flooding in the country.
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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
Supreme Court: Where would abortions be illegal in the US?
Abortion restrictions could vary widely by state if the Supreme Court overturns Roe v Wade.
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Thailand cannabis: From a war on drugs to weed curries
The country now has one of the world's most liberal marijuana regimes. How did that happen?
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Ghana's Pan African Heritage Museum seeks to reclaim Africa's history
A new museum in Ghana aims to tell the story of Africa using African voices, tools and culture.
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Could nuclear desalination plants beat water scarcity?
Engineers are developing mobile, floating nuclear desalination plants to help solve water shortages.
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Hong Kong: Iconic floating Jumbo restaurant sinks
The Jumbo restaurant capsized in the South China Sea days after it was towed out of the harbour.
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The woman who could upend US abortion rights
Lynn Fitch says she wants to empower women. Her next step is to repeal Roe v Wade.
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Monday, June 20, 2022
Gustavo Petro: Leftist ex-rebel wins Colombia's presidential election
Gustavo Petro, a former rebel fighter, will become Colombia's first left-wing leader.
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In photos: Throwback to life on Indian streets
A selection of street pictures in India by some of the country's most acclaimed photographers.
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Global inflation: Five ways US rate rise will affect you
The impact of higher interest rates in the US will cascade through the global economy.
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Bulldozers: How a machine has become a vehicle of injustice in India
Critics say India's ruling government is using bulldozers to intimidate the minority Muslim community.
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Ukraine war: Band members reunite after fleeing invasion
The four members used to speak mostly Russian but now say they cannot use the language of their oppressors.
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Eight suspects linked to Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira deaths
Three suspects have already been arrested by police in connection with the murders of the two men.
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Ukraine to ban music by some Russians in media and public spaces
Ukraine's parliament also voted to ban the import of books from Russia and Belarus.
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Emmanuel Macron a chastened and greatly weakened leader
The parliamentary elections' results confirm the French leader's second term will not be an easy ride.
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Sunday, June 19, 2022
Europe heatwave: Spanish firefighters tackle wildfires
Temperature records have been broken in Spain and France as a heatwave sweeps across Europe.
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'What are we supposed to feed our babies?'
As the US grapples with a formula crisis, parents are turning to the black market for supplies.
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Rocket man fights Russian demand to send him back
Anatoly Lazarev was at the heart of Russia's space rocket programme before he fled to Hungary.
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Why a Rwandan sports reporter fled his home
Rwandan journalists tell the BBC how oppression at home forced them to become refugees.
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Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira: Brazilians protest over murders
People in Sao Paulo took to the streets to condemn the killings and criticise the authorities.
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Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira were shot with hunting ammunition, say police
A third suspect has been arrested after the deaths of Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira.
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Vitali Klitschko: Russians are dying for Putin’s ambitions
Kyiv's mayor says Russia's leader is destroying millions of lives in both Ukraine and Russia.
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Ukraine war: Zelensky visits front-line cities of Mykolaiv and Odesa
Ukraine's president makes a rare trip outside the capital to visit bomb-damaged Mykolaiv and Odesa.
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Saturday, June 18, 2022
Watergate: Why the scandal still resonates 50 years later
A Watergate prosecutor on the similarities she sees between that scandal and last year's US Capitol riot.
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Marcelo Pecci: Killers who shot Paraguayan prosecutor on honeymoon convicted
Officials say Marcelo Pecci, a famed anti-mafia prosecutor, was likely targeted by drugs gangs.
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‘The Old Man’ Brought Jeff Bridges to TV. John Lithgow Had No Advice.
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Bangladesh floods: Torrential rain leaves millions stranded
More than two million people have been left stranded after continuous rain and floods.
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Week in pictures: 11-17 June 2022
A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.
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Putin criticises sanctions and Eurovision row - round-up
Russia's leader says sanctions are "mad and thoughtless", as the war stops Ukraine from hosting Eurovision.
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Remains of UK journalist Phillips identified in Brazil
UK journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira went missing in the Amazon on 5 June.
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Friday, June 17, 2022
Cockpit footage of Nato jet encounter with Russian reconnaissance plane
Nato footage shows extremely close encounters with Russian military aircraft in the skies of Europe.
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Quiz of the week: What replaced McDonald's in Russia?
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?
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Ukraine War: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov fact-checked
Russia's foreign minister has been speaking to the BBC about the war in Ukraine.
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Wheels and wheelchairs team up for high speed fun
Roller skating isn’t necessarily an activity a lot of wheelchair users might expect to take part in, but Wheels and Wheelchairs is helping to change that.
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January 6 hearing: Trump pressed Pence in 'illegal' bid to quash vote
The claim that Mr Pence could overturn the election directly contributed to violence, lawmakers say.
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Stock markets see big falls as economy fears grow
The Dow Jones share index closed below 30,000 at its lowest level in more than a year.
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Ukraine war: EU leaders back immediate candidate status for Kyiv
Ukraine belongs to the European family, the leaders of Germany, France, Italy and Romania say in Kyiv.
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Russian GRU spy tried to infiltrate International Criminal Court
The man used a fake name and pretended to be Brazilian, but security officials say he is a deep-cover spy.
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Thursday, June 16, 2022
January 6: Capitol tour by lawmaker 'raises concern' says select committee
January 6 committee say video shows Republican congressman with a man who later threatened lawmakers.
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Hunter Biden: The struggles and scandals of the US president's son
A memoir by the ex-wife of President Biden's son discusses her former partner's addiction struggles.
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Gazprom: Germany accuses Russian gas giant of pushing energy prices up
Russian giant Gazprom says it will cut the amount of gas it sends to Germany by more than half.
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Israel Palestinians: Court finds Gaza aid worker guilty of diverting funds to Hamas
An Israeli court finds World Vision's Gaza head Mohammed Halabi guilty of aiding the militant group.
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EU eyes Israeli natural gas in deal with Egypt
EU nations seeking to rely less on Russian gas may soon be able to source supplies from Israel instead.
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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Maharashtra: Rising sea temperatures hit India fishermen's catch
Fishing communities living along India's western coast say their once abundant catch is declining fast.
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How The Gambia’s oyster farmers are being hit by climate change
Women's livelihoods in The Gambia are under threat from rising temperatures and sea levels.
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Brittney Griner: Russia extends WNBA star's detention again
The US state department says Brittney Griner should not be held "for a single day longer".
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Canada lifts jab mandate for domestic and overseas travel
Vaccine mandates are also being lifted for federal government workers as infections rates drop.
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Pakistan tea: People urged to drink fewer cups every day
Reducing consumption by one to two cups every day would help the economy, a senior minister says.
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Ukraine war: 'Almost every family has lost someone close to them'
Traumatised families from Mariupol reveal dire living conditions under Russian occupation.
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Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Ukraine war: Every bridge leading to key city Severodonetsk destroyed
Severodonetsk is now effectively cut off from the rest of the country, the local governor says.
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Toronto van attacker sentenced to life in prison
The man killed eight women and two men after ploughing a van down a busy Toronto pavement.
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Ros Atkins on… The Rwanda asylum seekers plan
Ros Atkins looks at the government’s controversial plan to fly some illegal arrivals to Rwanda.
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Lysychansk: Russia erasing history in Ukraine's 'dead city'
The fabric of Lysychansk is being destroyed by intense Russian bombardment, writes Orla Guerin.
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January 6 hearing: Trump was 'detached from reality', says Bill Barr
Witnesses painted a picture of a chaotic and deeply divided Trump White House after the 2020 election.
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Ecuador protests: Indigenous groups burn tyres and block roads over fuel prices
Demonstrators burn tyres and block roads over conservative government's 'policies of death'.
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Monday, June 13, 2022
Dozens of White Supremacists Arrested in Idaho Had Planned to Riot, Authorities Say
By Daniel Walters via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2mjpdM...
Senators Reach Bipartisan Deal on Gun Safety
By Emily Cochrane and Annie Karni via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/W4sG12...
Ukraine war: Evidence shows widespread use of cluster munitions in Kharkiv
Russia has killed hundreds of civilians in Kharkiv with indiscriminate weapons, according to a new report.
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Dom Phillips: Family and friends demand answers
Journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira went missing in the Amazon rainforest.
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India destroys houses of several Muslim figures after religious riots
The houses of several Muslim figures are demolished after religious riots.
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Sunday, June 12, 2022
Gambia under Yahya Jammeh: Witch hunts, PTSD and veiled faces
Portraits of 11 Gambians which reveal the extent of the suffering and abuse under Yahya Jammeh.
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What a San Francisco vote says about the US left
The recall of San Francisco's top public prosecutor amid rising drug deaths exposes a rift on the left.
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Samantha Cristoforetti: The astronaut taking TikTok to new heights
Samantha Cristoforetti has developed a huge following through her TikToks from on board the ISS.
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Hopwood DePree: From Hollywood to restoring Downton Shabby
Film producer Hopwood DePree swapped LA for Rochdale to save his family's ancient ancestral home.
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Cristiano Ronaldo: US judge dismisses rape lawsuit
The case against the footballer was thrown out because the accuser's lawyer relied on stolen records.
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March For Our Lives: Thousands join gun control rallies across the US
Protesters gather in the wake of last month's mass shooting at a primary school in Uvalde, Texas.
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Saturday, June 11, 2022
Russia's war prompts regional rush to become EU candidates
While the prospects for Ukraine and Moldova look good, Georgia is accused of backsliding on democracy.
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Are attacks on Christians in Nigeria on the rise?
Concern is growing about the plight of Christians in the country after the recent attack on a church.
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Trump Hits Back at Daughter’s Account That She Accepted His Election Loss
By Maggie Haberman via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/oZa8xH...
Fanfare and fireworks to open Russia-China border bridge
Moscow is seeking to boost trade with China after global sanctions hit the Russian economy.
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Putin and Peter the Great: Russian leader likens himself to 18th Century tsar
With a nod to history, Putin now feels bold enough to admit that his operation is an occupation.
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Cholera in Mariupol: Ruined city at risk of major cholera outbreak - UK
Conditions in the city, now in Russian hands, could lead to a resurgence of the disease, authorities fear.
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Julee Cruise: Twin Peaks creator David Lynch pays tribute to 'great singer'
Director David Lynch remembers Cruise as "a great musician, a great singer and a great human being".
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Friday, June 10, 2022
Bangladesh students rescuing snakes and keeping people safe
Bangladesh's Deep Ecology and Snake Rescue Foundation has rescued more than 1,500 wild snakes since 2018.
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Spanish homes threatened by wildfire near Costa del Sol
A wildfire has spread in southern Spain, forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes.
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Patrick Lyoya: Michigan officer charged with murder of motorist
Footage shows Christopher Schurr shot Patrick Lyoya during a scuffle over a stun gun.
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A clash between mountain bears ends in deadly fall
A female bear was forced to protect her cub from a male in Spain's Cantabrian mountains.
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Putin: Russian energy embargo unlikely for years
Russian president says oil and gas profits are increasing thanks to rising energy prices.
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Thursday, June 9, 2022
Covid-19 in China: Shanghai getting used to 'new normal'
The city had been in lockdown for two months as China imposed its "zero Covid" policy on the population of 25m.
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Simone Biles and others to sue FBI for $1bn over Larry Nassar investigation
Simone Biles is among those who will sue the FBI for $1bn over failures in gymnastics team doctor sex abuse probe.
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Nuclear watchdog censures Iran over uranium traces - diplomats
Iran is accused of not fully answering questions about uranium traces found at three undeclared sites.
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Ukraine war: WTO boss warns of global food crisis
If food shipments do not restart from Ukraine, a severe food crisis will last for years, WTO boss says.
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US man charged with attempted murder of Justice Brett Kavanaugh
The man was arrested early on Wednesday morning outside the home of Justice Brett Kavanaugh.
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Is Russia exporting grain from Ukraine?
Much Ukrainian grain is stuck in silos, while Russia reportedly ships some cargoes from Crimea.
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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Ukraine war: Angela Merkel defends her record on Putin
Her approach has been criticised but she said she had "nothing to apologise for".
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Why Ukraine is furious with the UN nuclear watchdog
A row has broken out over a planned UN visit to the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia power plant.
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Kansas woman admits to training all-female IS battalion in Syria
Allison Fluke-Ekren admitted to leading an all-female IS unit in Syria and plotting attacks on the US.
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Dom Phillips: Missing journalist's wife in tearful plea to step up search
Two days after Dom Phillips disappeared, his wife appeals to Brazil to locate "the love of my life".
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If I go back to Iran, my husband will kill me
Human rights activists say the number of reported so-called 'honour killings' in Iran is rising
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Matthew McConaughey: 'This should be a nonpartisan issue'
The actor spoke at the White House to advocate for "responsible gun ownership".
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Migrant caravan heads to US as key summit begins
Thousands of migrants are headed to the US in a caravan timed to coincide with the Summit of the Americas.
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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Ukraine war: EU blames Russia for food crisis prompting walk-out
Ukraine is a major exporter of grain and cooking oil but the war has cut off supplies at ports.
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KK: Remembering the voice that touched millions of Indian love stories
The magical voice of singer KK - who died last week - gave Indians company through joy and heartbreak.
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The Ethiopians changing their names as a show of pride
A surge in ethnic pride among Ethiopia’s Oromo community is leading some to ditch their names.
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Australia climate crisis: Women call for action with photo petition
Women from across Australia will present a visual petition to MPs, calling for urgent action.
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Arizona police placed on leave after watching man drown
Three Arizona officers are placed on leave after standing by as a man in a lake pleaded for help.
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Dominican Republic minister shot dead in office
Orlando Jorge Mera, 55, was killed by a close friend as he was holding a meeting, officials say.
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South Africa: Wealthy Gupta brothers arrested in UAE
The pair are accused in South Africa of large-scale corruption and exerting unfair political influence.
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Monday, June 6, 2022
Why the Central African Republic adopted Bitcoin
Some 90% of people in the Central African Republic lack access to the internet, needed to use Bitcoin.
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There’s a New Gerber Baby and Some Parents Are Mad
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Platinum Jubilee Pageant: A huge procession marked the final day of celebrations
The procession marked the end of four days of celebration for the monarch's 70 years on the throne.
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Who really shot Bobby Kennedy?
The campaigner who was shot and wants the Robert Kennedy murder case reopened.
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Platinum Jubilee: The Queen waves from Buckingham Palace balcony for pageant
The Queen watched Friday and Saturday's Jubilee events from home after experiencing "discomfort".
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Ukraine war: Flight ban hits Russian foreign minister's visit to Serbia
Balkan countries deny Sergei Lavrov's plane use of their airspace, scuppering his Serbia visit.
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Ukraine war: Putin vows to hit new targets if West sends weapons to Ukraine
The warning came as parts of Kyiv were hit in the first assault on Ukraine's capital for weeks.
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Sunday, June 5, 2022
Arcades, Churches and Laundromats: A Trucker’s Haven on the Precipice of Change
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Ann Turner Cook Dies at 95; Her Face Sold Baby Food by the Billions
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For 2 Graffiti Artists, New York’s Subway Was Irresistible and Deadly
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Go Here, Not There: Vacation Alternatives for the Budget-Conscious
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Bangladesh: Five killed, scores injured in depot blast
The explosion happened after a fire broke out at a depot in the south-eastern town of Sitakunda.
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Nigeria clash: Abuja mob burns man to death over row with Muslim cleric
Nigerian police say a mob burnt a vigilante to death after he argued with a Muslim cleric in Abuja.
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Abbott: US baby formula plant linked to national shortage resumes production
Abbott says it is restarting its plant in Michigan after it was closed because of contamination.
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Saturday, June 4, 2022
Trump-backed celebrity doctor wins Pennsylvania Senate primary
Mehmet Oz declared himself the "presumptive Republican" nominee before the recount had even begun.
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Covid: Why do some vaccines protect you for longer than others?
Here's why you need more than one Covid jab.
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Mother of world's only nonuplets on how she cares for nine babies
Halima Cissé, who gave birth to nine babies last year, explains how she manages to look after them all.
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War in Ukraine: We are holding on, say Mykolaiv residents
Residents in the southern region of Ukraine speak of their defiance and dread as the war rages on.
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Drought-stricken US warned of looming 'dead pool'
Tens of thousands of acres of farmland lie idle because farmers can't get enough water to grow crops.
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Friday, June 3, 2022
US midterms: Would-be AOC takes on 'last pro-life Democrat'
She hopes to topple a Texas congressman, but is fighting for abortion rights a vote winner here?
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India marriage: Woman's plan to 'marry herself' sparks debate
Kshama Bindu will have all the trappings of a traditional wedding ceremony apart from an actual groom.
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Chicken rice: Why Singapore's much-loved dish is under threat
The city state is feeling the impact of Malaysia's export curbs on chicken.
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Ukraine war: How Russian TV has reported the 100 days of conflict
TV viewers in Russia see only the Kremlin’s version of events in Ukraine.
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Platinum Jubilee: Beacons light across the globe to celebrate Queen's reign
More than 3,500 beacons were lit in the UK and Commonwealth nations.
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Gay rights: Jerusalem celebrates 20 years of pride marches
Around 7,000 people take part in this year's march, the target of religious extremists in the past.
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Ukraine war round-up: City besieged and football triumph
Fighting continues in the east as authorities in occupied Zaporizhzhia move to nationalise property.
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'God save the Queen' played at Paris Jubilee celebration
The anthem was played before French President Macron rekindled the 'eternal flame' by the Arc de Triomphe.
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Thursday, June 2, 2022
As Shanghai eases restrictions, small businesses count the cost
The city has recently significantly eased coronavirus measures.
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North Korea: The mystery of its Covid outbreak
North Korea is tackling Covid cases across the country, but very little is known about the scale of the crisis.
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Have China's Pacific ambitions been thwarted?
Ten Pacific countries have declined to sign a sweeping security deal proposed by China.
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Service charge: The unsavoury row over ‘forced’ restaurant tips in India
The government says the service charge is voluntary - but restaurants continue to add it to the bill.
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Amber Heard and Johnny Depp's 'Trial by TikTok'
A jury has returned a verdict, but a parallel case in the court of public opinion continues.
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Depp v Heard defamation case concludes in court
Johnny Depp has won his defamation case against his ex-wife, Amber Heard.
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Ukraine round-up: Long-range rockets and Kherson torture claims
The US says the missiles will strengthen Kyiv's negotiating stance as the war nears its 100th day.
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Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Denmark holds referendum on dropping EU defence opt-out
Denmark is the latest Nordic country to reassess security policy after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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Texas: Supreme Court blocks state's 'de-platforming' law
The Republican-led state had banned social media companies from censoring users based on their "views".
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Clinton lawyer cleared of lying to FBI over Trump
Michael Sussman stood charged with lying to the FBI and concealing ties to Hillary Clinton's campaign.
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Michael Sussmann Is Acquitted in Case Brought by Trump-Era Prosecutor
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BTS: 'K-Wave' arrives at White House with anti-Asian hate summit
K-pop stars BTS are taking a break from music to help the White House take on anti-Asian crimes.
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