Missing Cryptoqueen: FBI adds Ruja Ignatova to top ten most wanted

Ruja Ignatova is accused of defrauding victims out of $4bn (£3.2bn) through a cryptocurrency scam.

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How flowers are 'put to sleep' for long sea voyages

Kenya's flower exporters are switching to sea freight as new tech helps keep flowers fresh at sea.

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Sri Lanka fuel crisis: Waiting for days to get fuel

Even taxi drivers and car salesmen are forced into two-day mile-long queues for petrol in Sri Lanka.

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Living through Japan's hottest summer on record

Japan is experiencing record-breaking heat - and summer has hardly begun.

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Life inside the Dutch earthquake zone

Homes damaged by gas extraction are propped up with wooden beams while residents suffer health issues.

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Russia's elite 331st paras regiment fight for public support

In the thick of the Donbas battle, the paras regiment is trapped in a conflict that is costing many lives.

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Assam: 'I saw my husband die as flood water rose around us'

Millions in India’s Assam state are struggling to piece together their lives after devastating floods.

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In pictures: V&A celebrates Africa's cutting-edge fashion

The diversity and creativity of African fashion are on show in a retrospective at London's V&A museum.

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Stranger Things: I pinch myself at my luck, says actor Jamie Campbell Bower

Actor Jamie Campbell Bower on why he feels fortunate to have a key role in the hit Netflix show.

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Jan 6 hearings: Trump film-maker now has 'two armed guards'

Alex Holder, who filmed Trump after the 2020 election, has now been ordered to give evidence.

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Ukrainian troops being trained in the UK

Military personnel from Ukraine are being trained in Salisbury Plain by British and New Zealand troops.

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Paris attack: 'We still have our injuries, our traumas, our nightmares'

Survivors of the 2015 attacks spoke to the BBC after the sentencing of Salah Abdeslam and 19 others.

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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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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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Paris attacks: Survivors who found friendship in marathon terror trial

The 2015 Paris attacks left 130 people dead and some of the survivors have formed a unique bond.

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Why ex-French colonies are joining the Commonwealth

Behind the Commonwealth's allure as it welcomes Gabon and Togo into its ranks.

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How Michael Gardner helped transform Miami's nightlife

The businessman overcame racial barriers to become one of Miami’s foremost nightlife promoters.

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China and Hong Kong: The UK Hongkongers living with handover's legacy

The return of Hong Kong to China in 1997 is still a polarising topic for residents now living in the UK.

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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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El Salvador's abortion ban: 'I was sent to prison for suffering a miscarriage'

Elsy was sentenced to 30 years for aggravated homicide after losing her baby in a miscarriage in El Salvador.

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Bangladesh floods: 'I have nothing left except my life'

Khudeza survived the worst floods in north-east Bangladesh for a century but millions are homeless.

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Fertiliser shortage hits African farmers battling food crisis

The global fertiliser shortage is driving up prices and raising fears of food scarcity.

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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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The abortion clues that can hide on your phone

There are a number of concerns around data protection following the US Supreme Court's ruling on abortion.

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Why young Arab men turn to anti-impotency drugs

How sexual medication is used in the Arab world as a way of living up to ideals of masculinity.

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Will electric motorbike sales take-off across Asia?

Soaring petrol prices could speed up the transition to electric much faster than expected.

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Roe v Wade: Church that helped Jane Roe still aids abortion-seekers

A Dallas church linked to Jane Roe will keep helping women get abortions despite Supreme Court ruling.

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Why do so many devastating earthquakes happen in Afghanistan?

At least 1,000 people have died in Afghanistan's worst earthquake in two decades

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Kenyan policeman's suicide: A widow's grief

The force takes on mental health to help officers affected by stress - but for some it comes too late.

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China and Hong Kong: Five key moments in relationship since handover

From the Olympics to mass protests, here are five key moments in the 25 years since handover.

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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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At least 17 found dead in South Africa nightclub

The cause of the deaths remains unclear, and police say an investigation is ongoing.

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Ukraine war: UK joins ban on imports of Russian gold

The move by the UK, US, Canada and Japan will "strike at the heart of Putin's war machine", the UK PM says.

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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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Billie Eilish protests US abortion ruling at Glastonbury

The 20-year-old calls the decision to end the constitutional right to abortion a "dark day".

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Eighteen dead in mass break-in to Spanish enclave of Melilla

A huge crowd of migrants tries to cross into Melilla in North Africa, with many killed and injured.

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Roe v Wade: Abortion clinics start to close after Supreme Court ruling

After the Supreme Court removed the constitutional right to abortion, some states have outlawed it.

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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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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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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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Nova Scotia shooting: Trudeau denies meddling in police probe

Canada's police chief has been accused of pressuring local officers to help advance a Canada gun ban.

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Tangshan and Xuzhou: Fury and questions over China's treatment of women

Two prominent cases of abuse have ignited a debate about misogyny among the country's young women.

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Glastonbury 2022: Billie Eilish to make history as youngest-ever headliner

The pop star will be the festival's youngest-ever solo headliner when she tops the bill on Friday.

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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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US immigration: 'They'd rather die than return to Nicaragua'

A record number of Nicaraguans are heading to the US as conditions worsen at home.

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Capitol riot hearing: Trump election challenge 'a murder-suicide pact'

The Capitol riot panel hears of an explosive Oval Office showdown with Trump and justice department lawyers.

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World's lowest parachute jump attempt

Former paratrooper, John Bream, jumped from 85 ft (26m) in order to claim the title.

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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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Maradona: Medical staff to be tried for football legend's death

A judge orders a culpable homicide trial for eight people, including the footballer's family doctor.

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Refugees previously despatched to Rwanda now in Europe

As the UK presses on with its asylum deal, refugees sent from Israel to Rwanda describe their experiences.

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How Aussie farmers are hoping to win over tequila fans

Two Australia farmers are aiming rival Mexican tequila and mezcal with a similar delicious spirit.

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Brics summit: Members push for global clout amid Ukraine war

Leaders from India, Russia, China, Brazil and South Africa meet amid major shifts in geopolitics.

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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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Monkeypox: First Singapore case recorded in British flight attendant

The case is believed to be the first in south east Asia linked to the current monkeypox outbreak.

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Australia to lift electricity market suspension as prices ease

New South Wales' eight million residents were urged last week to save electricity over shortage fears.

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Heatwave: Americans face blistering temperatures

Dangerous and record heat is spreading across a large swathe of the US.

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Canada MPs given panic buttons as threats increase

Politicians say intimidation and harassment is becoming increasingly common in Canada.

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Bill Cosby assaulted teen at Playboy Mansion, jury finds

Cosby must pay Judy Huth $500,000 (£407,000) in damages after abusing her in 1975, the jury finds.

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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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Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov auctions Nobel medal for $103m

Dmitry Muratov says all the money from the auction will go to help refugees from the war in Ukraine.

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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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Could nuclear desalination plants beat water scarcity?

Engineers are developing mobile, floating nuclear desalination plants to help solve water shortages.

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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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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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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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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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How Gabon saved its forest elephants

Biologist Lee White explains how creating national parks revived Gabon’s elephant population.

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Apple store workers vote to form first US union

The move by employees in Towson, Maryland, is the latest in a string of high-profile union campaigns in the US.

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Dutch government apologises to Srebrenica veterans

PM Mark Rutte said soldiers were underequipped to stop the murder of over 8,000 Muslim men and boys.

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Trains set on fire in India military hiring protests

Demonstrations over a new government plan to hire soldiers on temporary contracts turn violent.

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Afghanistan: Explosion rocks Sikh temple in Kabul

It is believed that up to 30 people may have been in the temple when the blast happened.

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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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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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Nepal to move Everest base camp from melting glacier

Nepal is preparing to move its Everest base camp as the glacier it stands on becomes less stable.

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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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France gears up for new battle: Macron v Mélenchon

The French president could lose his majority in the National Assembly because of a left-green alliance.

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Congo peat: The 'lungs of humanity' which are under threat

Carbon-rich peatlands are under threat from development, posing a risk for future climate change.

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Why India could become a 'mushroom superpower'

Changing tastes mean mushroom entrepreneurs are only just getting started.

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Africa's week in pictures: 10-16 June 2022

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

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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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El Salvador: The country where you can buy anything with Bitcoin

The cryptocurrency crash is hurting many investors, including one country that has bet big on Bitcoin.

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How human-like are the most sophisticated chatbots?

As a Google engineer says his firm's top chatbot has feelings, just how lifelike is the technology?

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Nigeria's Falz and Teni back Inec's voter registration drive

While some Nigerians feel empowered, others need to be encouraged to register for next February's poll.

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Ayahs' Home: Remembering the abandoned Indian nannies of London

A London building that housed Indian nannies left to fend for themselves during the British Raj is being honoured.

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Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira: Suspect admits shooting missing Amazon pair, Brazil police say

Brazilian police say a suspect led investigators to a site where human remains were dug up.

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Saudi authorities seize rainbow toys they say 'promote homosexuality'

Government authorities have removed toys they say "promote homosexuality".

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Sri Lanka gives government workers extra day off a week

The announcement comes as the country faces its worst economic crisis in more than 70 years.

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Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira: Police arrest second suspect

Two brothers are being investigated in the hunt for Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira, local reports say.

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Netflix plans real-life Squid Game reality TV show with $4.56m prize

It will see 456 contestants compete in a series of challenges inspired by the dystopian drama.

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Babushka Z: The woman who became a Russian propaganda icon

A video of an elderly woman brandishing a Soviet flag went viral - but what really happened?

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Russia's economy in for a bumpy ride as sanctions bite

Four months after Russia invaded Ukraine, the economy still works but it lacks some of its parts.

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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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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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January 6 hearing: Trump slams inquiry as 'Kangaroo Court'

He says the investigation is meant to distract from the "disaster" of Democratic-led governance.

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Bipolar disorder: The group changing attitudes about the condition

BipolarIndia is India’s first online community for people living with the mental health condition.

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Amazon to begin drone deliveries in Lockeford, California this year

The shopping giant hopes to deliver parcels to shoppers by air for the first time later in 2022.

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Why is inflation in US higher than elsewhere?

A surge in government spending drove US inflation to the highest of advanced economies last year.

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Sudan alarm at return of Bashir loyalists and the NCP

Authoritarian leader Omar al-Bashir was ousted three years ago but are his allies returning to power?

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Team who escaped Taliban fight for their football future

Fati and her Afghanistan team-mates had to "fight to survive" as they escaped from the Taliban. Now they face an uncertain future.

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January 6 hearing: Trump was 'detached from reality', says Bill Barr

The former US attorney general's remarks on Trump's fraud claims were played at a hearing.

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Writing a book in a day to get more kids reading

South African charity Book Dash is creating children's books in super-fast time.

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US gun control: Cautious welcome to bipartisan deal on new safety measures

Shootings survivors say the planned reforms - although limited - are a step in the right direction.

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Africa Eye: Racism for sale

Africa Eye investigates a Chinese video-making industry which exploits children across Africa.

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Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira: Police find belongings of missing pair

UK journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira went missing on 5 June in the Amazon.

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World Cup 2022: When is it taking place and why is Qatar hosting?

Football's World Cup finals take place in Qatar in November and December. Here's a guide to the tournament.

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Why you may have a thinking digital twin within a decade

Within 10 years people may be able to have a intelligent online version of themselves.

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'What I've learnt about Africa living in Marseilles'

Journalist Maher Mezahi says he has learned more about different African cultures in France than Algeria.

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Nagaland: Indian soldiers charged over botched raid

A military operation and protests in the Indian state of Nagaland left 14 civilians dead last year.

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Ukraine war: Chemical plant hit as fighting rages in Severodonetsk

Russian shelling causes a huge fire at the Azot plant in Severodonetsk, a Ukrainian official says.

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How doctors saved a lion from going blind

A team of doctors performed cataract surgery on a lion in Gujarat state to save his vision.

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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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Canada mulls putting warnings on each cigarette

The government says the measure could further cut the number of smokers, especially among the young.

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Ukraine's prosecutors wrestle with a new role: war crimes investigators

An unprecedented real-time war crimes investigation is testing Ukraine's local prosecutors.

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Julian Assange: Does Wikileaks founder have a powerful ally in new Australian PM?

The activist's family are hoping Anthony Albanese will step in as a deportation deadline looms.

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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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Justin Bieber reveals facial paralysis after shows cancelled

The pop star posted a video to Instagram to show how only half of his face could move.

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Saxon Mullins: The woman changing Australia's rape laws

Saxon Mullins sparked a national debate after saying she felt let down after making a rape allegation.

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French elections: Left unites to threaten Macron in parliamentary vote

A five-party alliance led by Jean-Luc Mélenchon aims to deny the president control of parliament.

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Covid-19: Japan reopens to tourists - but with strict rules

The once-popular Asian destination has some of the world's toughest Covid-19 restrictions.

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Is it the end for the lush lawns of Los Angeles?

Tougher rules on watering gardens mean residents will have to consider alternatives to green grass.

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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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Widow of US Capitol riot officer on 'stigma' of his death

Nine days after he was assaulted in the 6 January 2021 attack, Jeff Smith died by suicide.

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Cost of living: The shock of rising prices in Japan

Why making Japan's favourite snack more expensive was so controversial it prompted an ad campaign.

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Top Gun betrays Hollywood's weakness in China

Some claim that the Tom Cruise flick is standing up to Beijing, but it's too early to cheer.

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Cameroon's Mankon people mourn 'missing' king and welcome successor

Cameroon's Mankon people regard it as a taboo to speak of the death of their 97-year-old monarch.

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Life at 50C: Qatar accused of under-reporting deaths in Gulf's killer heat

A BBC Arabic investigation uncovers allegations that Qatar is underreporting the number of migrant workers who have died of heat stroke.

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Ros Atkins On... Saudi Arabia’s $2 billion golf series

Ros Atkins looks at the controversy surrounding the new Saudi-funded golf tournament.

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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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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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Irpin: Russia's reign of terror in a quiet neighbourhood near Kyiv

A handful of streets in a leafy town on Kyiv's doorstep were subjected to weeks of deadly occupation.

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Tove Styrke is sick of the Spotify song formula

The Swedish star explains why she's rejected the slick, corporate Spotify sound to follow her gut.

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Kenyan mothers choose between work and their babies

Nutritionist Sophy Saronge knew she should breastfeed her baby for six months but says she had to work.

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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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Shot dead by Sri Lankan police while trying to get fuel

The UN and human rights groups have warned authorities in Sri Lanka against using excessive force.

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Proud Boys leader faces sedition charge over US Capitol riot

Prosecutors say Enrique Tarrio and his group tried to oppose by force the peaceful transfer of power.

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War in Ukraine: Wounded but eager to go back to fight

Ukrainian soldiers are returning from home with "horrendous" injuries often requiring prosthetics.

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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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Why Australia is declaring a 'new era' in the Pacific

Albanese's government is promising to restore ties with its "brothers and sisters" - is it too late?

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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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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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China fighter jet intercepts Australian plane - Canberra

Australia accuses a Chinese pilot of dangerous actions near the aircraft over the South China Sea.

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Nigeria violence: Gunmen attack Catholic church in Ondo state

The armed men entered the church during a service and killed several people.

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Party at the Palace: The Queen meets Paddington Bear for jubilee celebrations

The Queen and the animated children's character professed a shared love for marmalade sandwiches.

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Ukraine: Explosions shake Kyiv while battles rage in east

A number of blasts hit parts of Kyiv in the first assault on Ukraine's capital for several weeks.

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El Zulia mine blast: Nine miners dead and six still trapped

Rescue workers are working against the clock to rescue the surviving miners still trapped underground.

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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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Iran's Khamenei accuses 'enemy' of stirring up protests

His comments come after several weeks of demonstrations in cities over the rising cost of basic foods.

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Mariah Carey sued for copyright over 'All I want for Christmas is You'

A US singer says he co-wrote a song called 'All I want for Christmas is You' five years before Carey's 1994 hit.

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Shot dead by Sri Lankan police while trying to get fuel

The UN and human rights groups have warned authorities in Sri Lanka against using excessive force.

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Emerson Royal: Footballer unscathed after gunfight during mugging in Brazil

Emerson Royal thanks an off-duty police officer who saved him from an armed robbery in Brazil.

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Peter Navarro: Ex-Trump aide charged with contempt of Congress

Peter Navarro was arrested after refusing to co-operate with the inquiry into last year's US Capitol riot.

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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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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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Oklahoma hospital shooting: Four killed and multiple injured

Police say the suspected gunman has also died following the attack in Tulsa.

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Texas school shooting victim's parents mourn 'best friend'

The parents of Alithia Ramirez say they want the world to remember their daughter through her art.

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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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As Shanghai eases restrictions, small businesses count the cost

The city has recently significantly eased coronavirus measures.

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