Sri Lanka: Protest at president Rajapaksa's home turns violent

Tear gas was fired on demonstrators protesting against dire food, fuel and power shortages.

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China: Peeking into the private lives of livestreamers

A photo series profiles people who have shot to fame in one of China's fastest growing industries.

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Haryana: India's ambitious child brides who dare to dream

The girls were too young to be married legally and still dream of an independent future.

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Could Ukraine 'win' the war? And other questions

BBC reporters Jenny Hill and Orla Guerin - on the ground - answer your questions about the war in Ukraine.

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World Cup 2022: How has Qatar treated stadium workers?

Qatar has used thousands of foreign workers to build its World Cup facilities. Many may have died.

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Africa's week in pictures: 25-31 March 2022

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

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UK farmers call for weedkiller ban over Parkinson’s fears

Some farmers say studies suggest Paraquat could be a factor in the onset of Parkinson's Disease.

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Chip shortage: Has Europe's plan arrived too late?

The European Union is investing billions of euros in developing a world-beating chip industry.

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Ghazipur fire: Gasping for air as Delhi landfill burns

A fire at a rubbish mountain is choking residents while firefighters work round the clock to put it out.

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In pictures: The Ukrainian religious sites ruined by fighting

In pictures: How Russia's invasion has devastated some of Ukraine's churches and synagogues.

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Pakistan's Imran Khan is fighting for his political life

Pakistan's prime minister faces a vote of no confidence and could be out of office within days.

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Comedians on when a joke goes wrong - and that Oscars slap

The BBC spoke with comedians around the world about what it's like when a gag lands really, really badly.

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Kevin Lee: The Briton who plays the bad guy in China's patriotic movies

Actor Kevin Lee has carved out his niche - playing the Western villain in China's patriotic films.

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The African migrants who Italy accuses of people smuggling

Hundreds of migrants, many of them minors, are ending up in prison in Italy charged with trafficking.

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Scott Morrison: Australian PM's own senator calls him autocrat and bully

Concetta Fierravanti-Wells says Scott Morrison "is not fit to be prime minister", a claim he rejects.

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Some Americans are going to Mexico for cheaper petrol

With US petrol prices on the rise, some Americans are looking for better deals south of the border.

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Ukraine war: What next for the African students who fled?

The thousands who left are now faced with a decision about where to continue their studies.

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China gains a foothold in Australia's backyard

A Pacific island's invitation to China's military threatens to destabilise Oceania.

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Tipu Sultan: 'Greatest picture' of Indian colonial defeat for sale

The painting of a historic Indian victory over British troops is going under the hammer at Sotheby's.

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Fast fashion: EU Europe plans fast fashion crackdown

Fast fashion could be a thing of the past under plans to make clothing worn in the EU more sustainable.

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French election: A really simple guide

Voters in France will go to the polls on 10 April to elect a new president

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Covid closures still affecting 400 million pupils - Unicef

Schools in 23 countries are still partially or fully closed because of Covid, Unicef warns.

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Oscars: What Will Smith's slap says about him - and us

A childhood ordeal that has long haunted the actor may offer an insight into his "inexcusable" attack.

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Algeria's cash crunch: 'Buying oil feels like buying drugs'

Shoppers in Algeria go to great lengths to buy basic foods as stocks dwindle and prices soar.

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Ukraine war: Odesa defies Russia and embraces signs of life

Residents of the historic city on Ukraine's coast are confident it will not fall to Russian forces.

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French election: Why the small town of Moissac is on edge

The relationship between a Bulgarian community and locals in Moissac sheds light on political issues.

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Ukraine crisis: Why India is buying more Russian oil

Imports of cheaper Russian oil by India are rising, despite calls for Russia's economic isolation.

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Biodiversity: What is it and how are we protecting it?

The planet is experiencing its sixth mass extinction event, but it is hoped action can be agreed.

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Anoosheh Ashoori: ‘I should have been freed earlier’

British-Iranian Ashoori, who was freed from prison in Iran, has spoken about his experience.

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Will Smith apologises to Chris Rock over Oscars slap

“My behaviour was unacceptable and inexcusable” - Will Smith apologises after slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars

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Shanghai Covid: Oil prices slide after city starts lockdown

The nine-day lockdown of Shanghai is China's largest since the coronavirus outbreak began.

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Will Smith hits Chris Rock on Oscars stage

The best actor winner apologises after striking the comedian, who made a joke about Smith's wife.

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War in Ukraine: Anti-war Russians intimidated on their doorsteps

The doors of Russian journalists and activists who speak out against the war are being vandalised.

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Beatings and forced abortions: Life in a North Korea prison

A new investigation sheds more light on human rights violations in North Korean prisons.

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In Chernihiv, civilians are trapped as hospitals and schools attacked

Residents and officials in Chernihiv say Russian forces are deliberately targeting civilian sites.

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Ukraine: Premature babies struggling for life in bombed cities

Doctors have begun seeing a sharp rise in the number of preterm births in some areas of Ukraine.

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Ukraine war: Medical students back in India left in the lurch

Students face an uncertain future as completing their medical degree remains a challenge.

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Russian oligarchs: Where do they hide their 'dark money'?

Russians have an estimated $1tn hidden around the world and countries are trying to find it.

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When K-pop met India: The Indian artists collaborating with Korean stars

India’s influence in K-pop is steadily growing, thanks to dedicated artists and the internet.

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Ukraine war: Chernobyl’s vodka producer remains defiant

A company that produces Chernobyl’s ‘Atomik vodka’ releases new products, donating profits to Ukraine's refugees.

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China: How is its zero-Covid strategy changing?

Its worst spike in cases since the start of the pandemic has prompted a policy rethink.

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The Palestinian cancer centre that can't take patients

Palestinians with the disease are being turned away from hospital lacking the funds to treat them.

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Nigeria - where President Buhari had to say sorry for a power cut

The lights went out across Nigeria when fuel shortages coincided with the collapse of the power grid.

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Soldiers on patrol outside Kyiv confront Russian drone threat

On patrol with a Ukrainian defence unit carrying out aerial reconnaissance around Kyiv.

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Sidney Poitier's daughter on his Oscars legacy

Sidney Poitier's daughter discusses the late Oscar winner's influence on civil rights and cinema.

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Taylor Hawkins: Foo Fighters' drummer dies aged 50

The band said they were "devastated" by the loss of Hawkins, who has drummed with them since 1997.

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Ukraine war: WHO says attacks on hospitals are increasing daily

The World Health Organization has verified more than 70 attacks on hospitals and healthcare facilities.

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Katty Kay: The danger of wishful Western thinking

With Russia still a powerful force, wide-eyed realism is what Ukraine needs from the US and Europe.

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Will Ukraine invasion push Japan to go nuclear?

Ex-PM Shinzo Abe shocked Japan by saying it should think about nuclear weapons - but he's not alone.

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Ethiopia's civil war: The women who paid the price

The BBC speaks to victims of sexual violence as rights groups say rape was used as a weapon of war.

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Is North America's Arctic vulnerable to Russia?

As tensions with Russia rise, fears mount that North America's isolated Arctic may be vulnerable

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Poland hotel becomes triage centre for cancer patients

Hundreds of children with cancer have now been evacuated from Ukraine to continue treatment abroad.

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Ukraine war: Return to Irpin, the town destroyed in the battle for Kyiv

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen returns to Irpin, where Ukrainian forces say they're pushing back Russians.

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Michael Bublé: Multi-Grammy winner on Bond themes, romantic gifts and new album

An egg poacher, a toaster and the washing up - just some ways Michael Bublé shows his romantic side.

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Sanctions: Have they worked?

Sanctions are used by countries as a diplomatic tool, but they don't always have their intended effect.

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US charges four Russians over hacking campaign on energy sector

US prosecutors say the alleged hackers placed malware in safety systems at energy plants worldwide.

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Ashleigh Barty: Retiring tennis champion says 'wait and see' on her plans

World number one Ashleigh Barty hints of plans but says "wait and see", after her shock retirement.

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Khabar Lahariya: The story of India's underdogs vying for an Oscar

Writing with Fire - the extraordinary story of a rural women-led news outlet - is vying for an Academy Award.

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Zimbabwe by-elections: New party, same fears of dirty tricks

A host of by-elections present a key test for the new opposition and the country's democratic credentials.

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Zelensky: How Ukraine's president uses addresses to set his agenda

In 10 parliaments over two weeks Ukraine's leader has used shame and national trauma to set a global agenda.

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Ukraine war: Destruction of cities shown from above

In the month since Russia's military invaded, it has laid waste to cities across Ukraine.

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The Ukrainian refugee who loves to laugh at school in Poland

Ten-year-old Yana started school in Poland three weeks ago, after fleeing the war in Ukraine.

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Evan Neumann: US Capitol riot suspect gets asylum in Belarus

Evan Neumann fled to Europe after being charged in connection with the 6 January riot.

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Uganda's Batwa people: Evicted from a forest to help save gorillas

The struggle of Uganda's Batwa people three decades after they were forced from their ancestral home.

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A month in Ukraine: 'All normal life is gone'

The BBC's Sarah Rainsford travelled around Ukraine as the war started and lives were shattered.

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Teamsters: A sleeping American giant now spoiling for a fight

Teamsters were once known for Jimmy Hoffa and ties to the mob. Their new boss wants to take on Amazon.

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The Russians trapped on a Thai island as war rages in Ukraine

Thousands of Russian and Ukrainian tourists are stuck in Phuket, unable to go home.

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Driver in pick-up truck flipped by Texas tornado

Watch the moment the vehicle is tossed in the air by the twister as storms swept across Texas.

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Florida governor rejects transgender swimmer's win

Florida governor Ron DeSantis signs a proclamation recognising runner-up Emma Weyant as the winner of the highest US national college swimming title.

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Gareth Ward: Australia state MP charged with sexual abuse

Gareth Ward - a former minister - says he denies assaulting a teenage boy in 2013 and a man in 2015.

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Malmö: Two women killed after 'violence' at Swedish school

An 18-year-old student is arrested on suspicion of murder after "deadly violence" in the city of Malmö.

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Sudan: BBC investigation shows abuse of female demonstrators

The BBC has identified a number of female protesters who have been physically and sexually assaulted by security forces in Sudan.

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Biden: Russia 'exploring' US cyber-attacks

President Joe Biden says US companies should "immediately" prepare defences.

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Evangelicalism & Brazil: The religious movement that spread through a national team

Evangelicalism within Brazil's national football team has been on the rise, mirroring a wider trend across the country.

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Asakaa: How drill music found a new home in Ghana

Asakaa, or Ghana drill, is the latest hot sound from Africa, following the global success of Afrobeats.

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Ukraine: Impossible choices for surrogate mothers and parents

Hundreds of Ukrainian women are pregnant with other people's children - creating a web of complex problems.

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Yvan Colonna: Corsican nationalist dies after jihadist jail attack

Yvan Colonna's strangling by a fellow inmate had sparked violent protests on the French island.

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Kenya’s Killer Roads: Dodgy driving licences and dangerous vehicles in Kenya

Kenya’s road accidents and deaths are on the rise, Africa Eye reveals cracks in Kenya’s road safety systems.

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The hunt for Nigerians who can change into cats

One man is challenging Nigerians' belief in magic after a wave of killings that has gripped the country.

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Omicron vs Zero-Covid: How long can China hold on?

China's worst outbreak in two years has got some questioning how long it can hang on to its strategy.

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Oscars 2022: Five ways the Academy is trying to stay relevant

The Academy Awards return this Sunday, but they face a battle to raise their viewing figures.

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Not smart but clever? The return of 'dumbphones'

Why sales of very basic mobile phones, without apps and internet connection, are increasing.

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Sydney Harbour Bridge - the story of its opening 90 years ago

On its 90th anniversary, the grandson of the iconic bridge's designer reveals what he went through to get it built.

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Canada mosque: Worshippers stop axe wielding attacker

Police have charged a 24-year-old man in what they allege was a "hate-motivated incident".

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'I'm Australian but Ukraine is part of my identity'

Despite being half a world away, Ukrainian-Australians say the war feels unbearably close.

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War in Ukraine: Anti-war opinions can cost Russians their jobs

The BBC hears from three people whose opposition to the war cost them their employment.

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Anonymous: How hackers are trying to undermine Putin

The BBC speaks to hacktivists about past and future attacks in their "cyber war" against Vladimir Putin.

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Breakdancing changed my life

A dancer from Vietnam says breaking kept him away from drugs and helped him deal with family problems.

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'I sent my brother flak jackets, helmets and boots'

The east London chef sending protective equipment to Ukraine's soldiers.

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French elections: Putin's war gives Macron boost in presidential race

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has shaken up France's presidential elections, with only three weeks to go.

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Tanzania viewpoint: What President Samia has achieved in her first year

After years of authoritarian rule, there are signs of change under the country's first female leader.

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Ukraine war: From wedding dresses to camouflage capes

A group of Ukrainian seamstresses who fled the war are helping by making camouflage capes for soldiers.

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Hong Kong: 'My employer kicked me out because I caught Covid'

'Lenlen' is one of several foreign domestic workers made homeless amid Hong Kong's Covid wave.

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Ukraine war: Jewish children airlifted to Israel

In Israel, some 90 Ukrainian children have been dressing up for the joyful Jewish holiday of Purim.

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War in Ukraine: America is learning the art of humility

Forget shock and awe, this is an era of caution for a superpower using diplomacy not military force.

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What weapons will US give Ukraine - and how much will they help?

Experts believe that while additional US aid can help Ukraine fight back, more is still needed.

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Ukraine's restaurants rally to the war effort

From chefs to suppliers, the country's food industry is pulling together to feed the population at war.

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Ukraine: Elegant Odesa is transformed by efforts to deter Russians

As Russian warships circle off the coast, Odesans face a difficult decision on whether to leave.

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Africa's week in pictures: 11-17 March 2022

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

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Covid-19: Is the world ready for a great re-opening?

We asked our journalists around the world to give us a snapshot of life two years into the pandemic.

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Covid: Why US students are staging walkouts over masks

Schools across the US are dropping mask mandates - but students are divided over the issue.

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Ukraine war: Russians grieve for fallen soldiers

Two weeks since the last official death toll, funerals of Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine continue.

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Selling sex to survive in Iran

Women and men are increasingly turning to prostitution to pay the bills, despite official denials.

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In pictures: 2022 Sony World Photography Awards

The winners of the Open category of the 2022 Sony World Photography Awards have been announced.

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Hijab verdict: What it means for religious freedom in India

A court has ruled the hijab is not "essential" to Islam, but who should make such a decision?

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Brittney Griner: How can a US basketball star just vanish?

Brittney Griner, widely considered the best female player of all time, has been detained in Russia.

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Ukraine war: Two women in Kyiv tower blocks record their new life under siege

Two Ukrainian women have kept a video diary recording their new lives while under attack from Russia.

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New Zealand border to reopen from next month, PM Ardern says

PM Jacinda Ardern says they are 'ready to welcome the world back', beginning with Australians.

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Stormzy tour review: Star praises fans who waited two years to see him

The star thanks fans who held onto tickets for two years as his Heavy Is The Head tour launches.

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The tragedy of Afghanistan's malnourished children

The country's very youngest are casualties of a hunger crisis.

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Afghans turn to cryptocurrencies amid US sanctions

US sanctions, failing banks, and the drying up of foreign aid have left Afghanistan's economy in tatters.

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NYC's Met opera house hosts concert in support of Ukraine

The Metropolitan Opera holds a concert for Ukraine, opening with the war-torn country's national anthem.

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Ukraine war: Fears Russian aggression could spill into Poland

The influx of refugees and Russian security threats leaves Poland feeling vulnerable.

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How to sponsor Ukrainian refugees and offer them a UK home

The government has announced details of the "Homes For Ukraine" scheme

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Ukraine war: Kyiv terrain will slow Russian troops, say Ukraine generals

Rivers and marshes help to protect the capital city, but it is still vulnerable to Russian missiles.

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War in Ukraine: Why Vladimir Putin couldn't have trained fighters in Africa

A misleading photo has been used by some to suggest the continent should support Russia in Ukraine.

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'Double tap' attacks in Yemen's civil war

The country has seen some of the worst violence of the conflict in the past 12 months.

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US warns China against helping Russia in Ukraine

US officials say Russia asked China for military support and help in evading sanctions.

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How to spot false posts from Ukraine

Ways to slow the spread of bad information and false posts from the war.

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Zhytomyr: Aerial attacks hit city that is corridor to Kyiv

Zhytomyr, in north-west Ukraine, is facing intense daily attacks. Why is it being bombed so heavily?

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The Syrian women replacing men as leaders

Syrian refugees in Lebanon have elected women as leaders of some camps, breaking traditional social norms.

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The innovative surfing tech making waves

The sport of surfing is modernising, using technology to offer bigger, better and safer thrills.

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Deep listening: I realised we all share the same human feelings

Hawraa was part of a project which encouraged Lebanese citizens with conflicting views to listen to each other.

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Ukraine war: Five times refugees were met with kindness

From toys to flowers, refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine are warmly greeted by strangers in Europe.

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Tom Brady: NFL great makes retirement U-turn after just six weeks

Tom Brady, one of the greatest players in the history of the NFL, is coming back for his 23rd season just a month after announcing his retirement.

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Dudula: How South African anger has focused on foreigners

Support seems to be growing for two groups who are campaigning against undocumented foreign nationals.

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War in Ukraine: 'No one wants to die' - meeting Ukraine's teenage soldiers

Young volunteers swap their studies for assault rifles as they prepare to defend Kyiv from Russian forces.

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Russia sanctions: How the measures have changed daily life

Prices are rising in Russia and some goods are harder to buy. Here are ways sanctions are affecting daily life.

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Isak Munda: The Orissa labourer who became a YouTube star

Isak Munda says the platform has changed his life since he started posting videos.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'urban landscape'

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

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Indian evacuee: The kindness of Ukrainians saved my life

From an airstrike bunker to his mum's relieved hugs, Vishnu tells how he and his dog fled Ukraine to India.

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Will Russia's attack on Ukraine help thaw US-Venezuela relations?

The ban on Russian oil exports is causing prices to surge, and leaders are revisiting some awkward friendships.

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Roman Abramovich: Rabbi investigated over Portuguese citizenship

Daniel Litvak helped Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich obtain Portuguese citizenship in 2021.

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Week in pictures: 5-11 March 2022

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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Ranveer Brar: The chef who wants coriander as India's national herb

Chef Ranveer Brar's petition to recognise "the superstar of our kitchen" has been signed by thousands.

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Ukraine: How China is censoring online discussion of the war

The authorities are struggling to keep a lid on pro- and anti-Russian views being discussed online.

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Australia floods: 'I'm angry it's happening again'

Australians are reeling from one of their worst natural disasters, but many despair at a sense of déjà vu.

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War in Ukraine: Facebook to allow calls for violence against Putin

Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, will temporarily make allowances for some violent speech.

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Ukraine war: Large Russian convoy redeploys near Kyiv - satellite images

The convoy has now largely dispersed, with artillery set up in firing positions, a US company says.

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Jussie Smollett sentenced to 150 days in jail in attack hoax case

A Chicago judge told Jussie Smollett that he has "turned his life upside down" with the hoax.

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North Korea recently tested intercontinental missile system: US

The US says the two recent tests were a 'serious escalation' and vows to further sanction N Korea.

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Ukraine conflict: Growing numbers of firms pull back from Russia

Reputational risk and practical difficulties are making it harder to do business in the country.

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Russia-Ukraine war: Foreign fighters go to join defence

Nearly 20,000 international volunteers have signed up to fight alongside Ukrainian forces, officials say.

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Ukraine war: 'I have 20 children here, please send help'

Tens of thousands of children in Ukrainian state care are in desperate need to get out of the country.

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War in Ukraine: Mariupol hospital bomb kills child - deputy mayor

Echoing the president of Ukraine, the deputy mayor of Mariupol called the hospital attack genocide.

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Black Panther Ryan Coogler director mistaken for bank robber

Ryan Coogler was arrested trying to withdraw money from his own bank account in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Use Russian money to rebuild Ukraine, says bank chief

In BBC interview Ukraine central bank boss proposes long list of extra financial sanctions on Russia

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War in Ukraine: IMF approves $1.4bn emergency funding

The country is expected to see a deep recession this year due to the impact of the Russian invasion.

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Israel's Bennett plays peacemaker in Ukraine-Russia war

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett is an unlikely mediator between Kyiv and Moscow, Tom Bateman says.

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War in Ukraine: Troops dig in near Kyiv

Ukrainians are determined to defend their capital city as Russian troops prepare for an assault.

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'We are not co-operating': Life in occupied Ukraine

Ukrainian cities are now occupied by Russian troops, and residents are not making them feel welcome.

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Russia-Ukraine: Is internet on verge of break-up?

The global internet is under threat as the conflict in Ukraine continues.

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Ukraine: The girl who wouldn’t abandon her dog in a war zone

Arya Aldrin undertook a gruelling journey to bring her Siberian husky to India.

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Zimbabwe clinics struggle for nurses after exodus to the UK

With large numbers of nurses emigrating, patient care is suffering as there are not enough staff.

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Russia-Ukraine war: US doctors teach civilians how to treat wounds

Nelya Melnitchouk is a US doctor who's helping train civilians in her homeland to treat war wounds.

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Ukraine: Family escapes Kharkiv to Poland to treat daughter's cancer

After four days on the run, three-year-old Polina and her mother have made it out of Ukraine.

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Gretchen Whitmer: Trial due to begin in US governor kidnapping plot

The four are accused of trying to kidnap Democrat Gretchen Whitmer due to her Covid rules.

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Femicide detectives: 'Counting bodies is the best place to start'

Many countries do not record femicide - the most extreme form of gender-based violence - so activists are doing it themselves.

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Why misogyny is at the heart of South Korea's presidential elections

Disgruntled young men who resent feminism are the focus of candidates vying to be president.

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Can tech help revive India's 'crumbling' health system?

Indian doctors hope big investment and smart tech will improve a fragmented healthcare sector.

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Ukraine: Documenting the war on TikTok

Valerisssh has posted videos online of her standing outside shelled buildings.

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Ukraine war: The TikToker spreading viral videos

A Ukrainian 20-year-old has had tens of millions of views on videos she's shared of fighting there.

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Ashneer Grover: Bitter BharatPe feud worries India's booming start-ups

Many entrepreneurs whose start-ups were big successes are battling with their boards for supremacy.

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War in Ukraine: Taking cover in a town under attack

Jeremy Bowen was on the frontline in Irpin, as residents came under Russian fire while trying to flee.

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Ukraine invasion: The children with cancer fleeing war at home

The NGO Herosi are trying to find places for the patients in medical care across Europe.

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Ukraine invasion: Volunteers 'working on autopilot'

Within hours of Russia’s invasion, all over Ukraine, volunteers offered their services.

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Ukraine: Russia has attacked schools and hospitals, says deputy PM

Meanwhile, the UN says more than 1.5m people have now fled Ukraine since Russia invaded on 24 February.

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Ukraine war: Don't be afraid of Putin, Kyiv residents say

This couple in Kyiv tells the BBC they are confident that Ukraine will survive Russia's invasion.

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Ukraine war: President Zelensky invites Elon Musk to visit

Ukraine's president was thanking the tech entrepreneur for supplying Starlink equipment to the country.

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War in Ukraine: Zelensky urges Ukrainians to go on the offensive

In a rallying cry, the Ukrainian President said the country had withstood the invasion "together".

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War in Ukraine: Russian invasion fuels Finnish support for Nato

President Putin's devastating attack on Ukraine leaves countries in the region worried about their future.

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BBC Ukrainian editor: 'My mother called to say she'd managed to buy bread'

In the second week of war, the BBC's Ukrainian editor says empty shelves are an increasing reality.

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The young Ukrainians battling pro-Russian trolls

Conspiracy theories and trolls are adding to the chaos of war.

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Why Indian fathers are embracing paternity leave

The pandemic and changing family structures have highlighted how young parents are struggling with childcare.

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War in Ukraine: Thousands of pro-Russia Serbs march in Belgrade

Flags and flares are paraded through the Serbian capital, as marchers show support for Moscow.

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Ukraine crisis: Kharkiv residents still sheltering underground a week on

The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from a metro station where people have been sheltering from attacks.

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Ukraine: Russians still bombing Mariupol despite ceasefire - deputy mayor

Serhiy Orlov tells the BBC that attacks are still happening despite a ceasefire being agreed.

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War in Ukraine: Zelensky slams Nato over rejection of no-fly zone

Zelensky said Nato has given Russia "a green light" to continue bombing Ukrainian towns and cities.

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Ukraine war: Ukraine can absolutely win against Russia - Blinken

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken tells the BBC the Ukrainian people's defeat is not inevitable.

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War in Ukraine: UK woman on husband barred from leaving Ukraine

Nicola's husband home was barred from returning home to London from Ukraine due to martial law.

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Ukraine conflict: Reunions and warm welcomes for refugees at Berlin train station

Crowds of volunteers were there to help the new arrivals, with many offering the refugees rooms in their houses.

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Dramatic footage captures freezing labradoodle's river rescue

A labradoodle was stuck on drifting river ice in Michigan. Rescuers pulled the dog to safety.

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Europe's largest nuclear plant shelled in Ukraine

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant is hit during shelling in Ukraine.

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Ukraine: Russian attack on nuclear power plant condemned by world leaders

A fire at Europe's largest nuclear power plant after Russian shelling endangered "all of Europe".

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Son of accused 6 January rioters testifies in court

“If you turn me in, you’re a traitor and traitors get shot,” Guy Reffitt is alleged to have told his son.

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'It is terrible': For Ukraine's Jews and Roma, war revives old traumas

As thousands flee the Russian invasion, the conflict stirs dark memories of Europe's past.

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Ukraine: The race to save the country's artistic treasures

As the Russian invasion continues, efforts to protect Ukraine's cultural heritage are stepped up.

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Ukraine: On board a Nato spy plane monitoring Russian activity

The BBC has been given rare access to a surveillance flight on the Polish border with Ukraine and Belarus.

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Ukraine crisis: What sanctions could West still impose on Russia?

The measures are tougher than anything Vladimir Putin has faced. But more could be coming.

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Brandon Lee: The model school pupil who was a 30-year-old imposter

A new documentary tells the tale of a man who posed as 17-year-old to return to his old high school.

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Ukraine conflict: Kharkiv family desperate to treat daughter's cancer

Polina and her family are trying to flee Kharkiv after spending days sheltering in their basement.

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Crab.e.cam: The underwater crab videos captivating Australia

When an Australian fisherman tied a GoPro to his crab net, he never expected the footage to go viral.

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Standing ovation for Ukrainian ambassador at Biden's State of the Union address

President Biden says the US stands with Ukraine and must send a message to the rest of the world.

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Ukraine invasion: Indian student killed as he tried to buy food

Naveen S Gyanagoudar was among thousands of Indians trapped in Ukraine by Russia's invasion.

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CEO Secrets: Mikaela Jade of Indigital shares her advice

Mikaela Jade, founder and CEO of Indigital, Australian's first Indigenous Ed-tech company, shares her advice.

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Ukraine's tech community rises to challenges of war

From an app to alert people to sirens, to organising supplies, tech firms are helping the war effort.

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Ukraine: Watching the war on Russian TV - a whole different story

The war in Ukraine has led to outrage in the West, but in Russia TV viewers see a very different story.

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Ukraine crisis: West was ready for Russian invasion, says Biden

Vladimir Putin thought Nato wouldn't respond but he was wrong, Biden will tell Congress in his annual speech.

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Apple to halt sales and limit services in Russia

Apple is the latest firm to stop selling products in Russia and will limit Apple Pay and other services.

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