Itaewon crush: Five friends went out for Halloween; only two came home

Seoul's funeral homes are now filled with the bodies of young people and their heartbroken parents.

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US court blocks Penguin merger with Simon & Schuster

US District Judge Florence Pan said the deal could "substantially" lessen competition in the market.

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Ukraine war: Tales of endurance and hardship as winter looms

Ukrainian civilians and troops paint a picture of endurance and hardship as winter approaches.

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Banker Oleg Tinkov renounces Russian citizenship over Ukraine

Billionaire oligarch Oleg Tinkov condemns "Putin fascism", furious at Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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US midterms: The $6bn election advert spending spree

The two parties have focused on very different issues. Katty Kay decodes their campaign messages.

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Sir Richard Branson declines Singapore death penalty TV debate invitation

The British billionaire has spoken out about Singapore's death penalty for crimes such as drug trafficking.

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Morbi bridge collapse: Witnesses describe scene of tragedy

People who were at the scene when the bridge in India's Gujarat state collapsed told the BBC what they saw.

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Brazil election: A moment in history as Lula returns

The leftist who led Brazil in 2003-2011 makes a dramatic return - but unity may prove elusive.

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Musk Twitter takeover: Billionaire denies report he plans to fire workers to avoid payouts

The world's richest man completed his takeover of the platform last week after months of legal wrangling.

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Nigeria floods: 'I have nowhere to go'

More than a million people are homeless after some of the worst flooding the country has ever seen.

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Brazil elections: Cheers and tears as Lula beats Bolsonaro

Supporters of the left-wing leader erupt with joy as Bolsonaro fails to win a second term in power.

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Itaewon crowd crush: 'I could not catch their pulse or breath'

Witnesses describe the horror of being jammed in a crowd who had gone to celebrate Halloween.

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Muhoozi Kainerugaba - Uganda's ambitious tweeting general

The son of Uganda's president has gained notoriety for his incendiary tweets and political ambitions.

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Nancy Pelosi: We are traumatised by hammer attack

The US House Speaker says her family is grateful for warm wishes as her husband recovers in hospital.

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Chennai: The Indian man who makes quirky bicycles from scraps

The unique bicycles designed and made by Rajendran from Tamil Nadu state can make anyone stop and stare.

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Akshata Murty: Who is Rishi Sunak's wife?

Rishi Sunak's wife is a billionaire's daughter who has divided her life between three continents.

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Seoul crush witnesses describe 'out of control' scene

Two 21-year-olds say the sight of first-aiders treating crowds was like something out of a film.

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Maurice Hastings: US man in prison for 38 years freed by new DNA evidence

Maurice Hastings was wrongfully convicted of murder and repeated requests for DNA testing were denied.

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Philippines storm Nalgae kills dozens in floods and mudslides

Tropical storm Nalgae wreaks havoc in the southern Philippines and will soon lash Manila.

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Will Donald Trump go back on to Twitter?

Donald Trump shares a love for Twitter with Elon Musk, its new owner, but times have changed.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv set for longer power cuts after air strikes

Russian strikes on energy infrastructure leave Ukrainians facing power cuts of more than four hours.

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Arshad Sharif: Mystery over killing of Pakistani journalist in Kenya

Why did Kenyan police officers shoot dead Arshad Sharif, one of Pakistan's most prominent journalists?

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Qatar 2022: Why are people protesting about the World Cup host?

World Cup host Qatar is receiving complaints over its human rights record and laws on homosexuality.

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Can you dress up for Halloween without hurting the planet?

How influencers are combatting the environmental costs of fast fashion Halloween costumes

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Ros Atkins On… Hu Jintao's China Congress exit

A look at why China's former leader was led out of Communist Party Congress.

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Spanish fan detained in Iran while hiking to World Cup

Santiago Sánchez was hiking from Madrid to Qatar, but is now believed to be in a Tehran jail.

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China Covid: Millions back in lockdown as Beijing doubles down on zero-Covid

Dozens of cities across the country have been affected by varying degrees of restrictions.

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Ukraine war: Russia deploys dozens of drones in two days - Zelensky

The Ukrainian president gives his latest address standing next to the wreckage of a destroyed drone.

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Elon Musk: How the world's richest person bought Twitter

One of the most publicised and frenetic deals in Silicon Valley history has reportedly been completed.

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Rishi Sunak: How the US shaped Britain's new leader

Rishi Sunak points to his time in California studying and working as a defining part of his life.

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Ukraine war: Russian tactics on eastern front 'crazy', says Zelensky

Russia has expended huge resources in the town of Bakhmut despite a looming battle in Kherson.

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Lee Jae-yong: Samsung appoints convicted heir to top job

Lee Jae-yong was found guilty of bribery and embezzlement before being granted a presidential pardon.

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Bruce Lehrmann: Australian parliament rape trial aborted over juror 'misconduct'

A jury has been dismissed after "misconduct" during deliberations in a trial that has shocked Australia.

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Aastha Arora: Where is India's billionth baby now?

The BBC revisits Aastha Arora - "the special baby" whose birth in 2000 made global headlines.

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Kenya battles unsafe Chinese contraceptive pill a decade after ban

Susan Wamaitha was urged to take a Chinese-made contraceptive not knowing it was banned in Kenya.

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Eric Weinberg: Scrubs producer and writer pleads not guilty to 18 counts of sexual assault

The 62-year-old is denied bail after appearing in court in Los Angeles on Tuesday.

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Indonesian woman's body found inside python, say reports

A police chief said the woman's body appeared to be largely intact when it was found.

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Energy bill help for all is too expensive, warns the World Bank

Some Covid help was not targeted enough and the same is happening with energy bills, its president says.

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China accused of illegal police stations in Netherlands

A Dutch media report says China is running an undeclared police operation to pressure dissidents.

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COP27: Climate change threatening global health - report

Leading medical experts call for action ahead of a major climate conference next month.

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Nedd Brockmann: The man who ran across Australia in 47 days

Nedd Brockmann ran 3,953 km (2,456 miles), inspired a nation and raised millions for charity.

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Ukraine war: UN nuclear watchdog to inspect Ukrainian sites

The visit comes after Russian accusations that Kyiv is planning to use so-called dirty bombs.

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'I feel less alone': The pandemic's varied effects on wellbeing

The WHO says a poll commissioned by the BBC shows the pandemic had "diverse" effects on mental health.

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Sunak's rise to PM a 'ground-breaking milestone' - Biden

US President Joe Biden says it "matters" that the UK will have its first British Asian prime minister.

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Russia accused of sabotaging Ukraine water pipe to Mykolaiv

A BBC investigation finds evidence that Russian forces deliberately destroyed a pipeline to Mykolaiv.

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Lola: France's far right adopts murdered schoolgirl

The alleged rape and murder of 12-year-old Lola by an illegal migrant has inflamed French politics.

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What is a ‘dirty bomb’ and why does Russia claim Ukraine might use one?

Russia’s defence minister has made claims that Ukraine could explode a 'dirty bomb'.

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The ships full of gas waiting off Europe’s coast

In the middle of an energy crisis, giant ships full of liquefied natural gas are waiting off Europe's coast.

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Inflation: Why Canada grocers are accused of 'greedflation'

Nearly 80% of Canadians blame grocers for higher food prices, but economists say it's complicated.

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Arshad Sharif killing: Prominent Pakistani journalist shot dead in Kenya

Arhsad Sharif was killed by Kenyan police officers in what they say was a case of mistaken identity.

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Paraguay rebel leader Villalba killed in clash with army

Osvaldo Villalba was the main leader of the Paraguayan People's Army (EPP), a Marxist rebel group.

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Brazil politician throws grenades at police in Rio de Janeiro state

Bolsonaro ally Roberto Jefferson injures two police officers who came to his house to arrest him.

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US midterms predictions: The top US Senate races to watch

In a Senate split 50-50 between two parties, every race counts. Here are the six closest ones.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv denounces Russia's 'dirty bomb' claims

Kyiv says Russia may be planning provocations with conventional explosives with radioactive material.

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New ground as tech aims to help boost soil health

As much of the world's earth has been degraded, efforts are being made to improve matters.

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Russian fighter plane crashes in Siberian city of Irkutsk

The Sukhoi Su-30 military jet was on a test flight when it came down in Irkutsk, authorities say.

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Xi Jinping's party is just getting started

China did not want another Mao, but the party did little to stop the rise of a more powerful leader.

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Iran protests: Huge rally in Berlin in support

About 80,000 people march in Germany's capital, in the biggest rally held so far by the Iranian diaspora.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'empty spaces'

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

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Who's building pipelines to steal Nigeria's oil?

The discovery of a 4km-long pipeline built by thieves to steal Nigeria's crude leaves many in shock.

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Dietrich Mateschitz: Red Bull co-owner & energy drink giant dies aged 78

Red Bull co-owner Dietrich Mateschitz, a major global business figure as a result of his energy drinks empire, dies aged 78.

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The mysterious exit of China's former leader

Why was Hu Jintao asked to leave the stage at the Great Hall of the People during the Party Congress?

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Ukraine war: Russia air strikes target more power facilities

Amid military reverses in the south, Russia continues its effort to cripple Ukraine's energy grid.

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Hu Jintao: ex-president escorted out of China party congress

The former president is escorted off stage during the Party Congress, with no explanation given.

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Hu Jintao: Former China leader led out of Party Congress meeting

Hu Jintao is seen being led out of the Communist Party Congress, with no official explanation why.

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Jair Bolsonaro: Why the world is watching Brazil's election

Some say the future of the largest rainforest in the world depends on who becomes Brazil's president.

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TikTok denies it could be used to track US citizens

In response to a media report, the firm said it does not collect precise location data from US users.

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Steve Bannon: Former Trump strategist facing jail time in contempt case

Bannon was convicted of contempt of Congress for refusing to co-operate with the January 6 committee.

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Fuel blaze engulfs Mexico railway and homes

Dramatic video on social media shows a cargo train hurtling through the flames.

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Europe faces tough decisions over nuclear power

With high energy prices and disrupted gas supplies, European nations consider more nuclear power plants.

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China Covid: The politics driving the hellish lockdowns

Parts of Beijing are now being locked down as China's Communist Party holds a historic Congress.

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UN drugs: Colombia beats its own coca growing record

The UN says Colombia has increased its cultivation of the plant - the main ingredient in cocaine.

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Deepfaked: ‘They put my face on a porn video’

Campaigner Kate Isaacs describes the horror of seeing her face digitally edited into an adult film.

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Italy on verge of new government despite row

Far-right Giorgia Meloni could be sworn in as PM soon, despite a row with ally Silvio Berlusconi.

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World Cup 2022: Amnesty urges hosts to continue worker reforms after tournament

Human rights group Amnesty tells Qatar that progress on labour reforms "must not grind to a halt" once the 2022 World Cup is over.

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Six month jail threat over Delhi fireworks

People who burst firecrackers during the Hindu festival this year will face up to six months in jail.

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Hong Kong shares hit lowest level since 2009

Shares slumped after a major speech by the city's leader and as investors fret about a global slowdown.

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Black Death 700 years ago affects your health now

Mutations that saved lives from the plague are causing auto-immune diseases today.

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Tesla sales climb but miss expectations

Elon Musk's electric car firm has ramped up production as it opens new factories in the US, China and Germany.

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Trump questioned in court over rape accuser's defamation case

The former president's lawyer says he "set the record straight" over a writer's sex assault allegation.

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Ukrainians told to 'charge everything' as power grid hit by Russia

Ukraine's grid operator warns of many power cuts after Russian missiles damaged energy facilities.

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Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: Nasa shows how a war zone faded from space

Images of nights skies show power supplies disappearing in Ethiopia as a humanitarian crisis bites.

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Russian general: Situation in Ukraine 'tense'

The commander of Russian forces in Ukraine appears to admit difficulties in occupied regions.

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Myanmar prison: Visitors among at least eight killed in blasts at Insein jail

The parcel bombs went off in the mailroom of the jail, where many political prisoners are held.

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Netflix: How did the streaming service turn its fortunes around?

The streamer has grown its subscriber base after two consecutive quarters of losses.

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BBC 100: Sir Lenny Henry on Una Marson’s forgotten legacy

Sir Lenny Henry reflects on the extraordinary life of the writer, BBC producer and presenter Una Marson.

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Netflix: Big hits help reverse subscriber losses

The company added over 2.4 million subscribers, reversing losses earlier in the year.

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Ethiopia civil war: Hyenas scavenge on corpses as Tigray forces retreat

Horrific accounts from a brutal war in Ethiopia that has left tens of thousands dead.

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Booker Prize 2022: Sri Lankan author Shehan Karunatilaka wins with supernatural satire

The prestigious book prize is won by Shehan Karunatilaka, for his novel The Seven Moons of Maali.

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Ukraine war: US says Iranian drones breach sanctions

Western allies accuse Iran of supplying the explosive drones to Russia for attacks on Ukraine.

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Fuel protests in more than 90 countries, BBC analysis

People are protesting around the world against food and petrol price rises, BBC research finds.

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Ex-UK pilots lured to help Chinese military, MoD says

Up to 30 former UK military pilots are thought to have gone to train members of China's Army.

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Thunberg: I don't want to go into politics

The teenage activist says the world of politics is toxic and she never intended being the face of a global movement.

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Germany extends nuclear power amid energy crisis

Russia's disruption of energy supplies scuppers Germany's plan to exit nuclear power this year.

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Ukraine prisoner of war: 'I ask God that he doesn't get tortured'

The family of Leonid Yevseyev, a Ukrainian prisoner of war, still hope for his safe return.

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Unification Church: Japan to investigate religious group linked to Abe killing

The ex-leader's death in July later revealed many in the ruling party had links to a religious group.

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Hong Kong protester dragged into Manchester Chinese consulate grounds and beaten up

Clashes broke out after unidentified men attacked placards at a Hong Kong pro-democracy protest.

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Al Jazeera staff allege harassment and bullying went unchecked

A BBC investigation has found multiple allegations of sexual harassment and bullying at the international broadcaster.

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Somalia drought: The moment a two-year-old dies from hunger

Andrew Harding reports on one family’s agonising loss in Somalia amid growing fears of a famine.

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How Xi Jinping made himself unchallengeable

The speed and scale of his power grab over a decade in power took many by surprise.

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UN condemns 'deeply distressing' discovery of 92 naked migrants at Greece-Turkey border

The men were found alive on the Greek-Turkish border, but exactly what happened is not clear.

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Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: Civilian bloodbath warning as offensive escalates

Cities in Tigray are reportedly being carpet bombed as food and medical supplies are running out.

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China Communist Party Congress: What matters to people in Beijing?

As China's Communist Party Congress kicks off in Beijing, people tell the BBC what they want from the event.

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Ebola in Uganda: Three-week lockdown announced for two districts

There have been 19 deaths and 58 cases reported in Uganda during this outbreak.

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Opioid crisis: US teens fastest growing group to die

Teen deaths from fentanyl overdose rose 20% last year - who is to blame and what can be done?

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Maharajah Duleep Singh: Indian boy king's warm friendship with Queen Victoria

An exhibition in the UK chronicles the life of Maharajah Duleep Singh, the last Sikh king from India.

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Castrating Pablo Escobar's hippos

Vet Carlos Valderrama describes castrating Pablo Escobar's hippo in the wild.

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The Ikea-style flat-pack home for refugees

A shelter for displaced people that comes in a flat-pack and takes a few hours to assemble.

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Kyiv told to save electricity after Russian missile strike

A power installation near Ukraine's capital was heavily damaged by another Russian missile strike.

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Funeral for girl and father after Irish explosion

The funeral of Creeslough victims Robert Garwe and his daughter Shauna Flanagan-Garwe has taken place.

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'I was shot by rebels' - when reporting gets deadly

Umaru Fofana looks back at how reporting on Sierra Leone's civil war 25 years ago got personal.

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Musk says SpaceX cannot keep funding Ukraine Starlink

The tycoon asked the US to fund the satellite internet service instead of him, according to reports.

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Slovakia LGBT attack: Thousands gather at vigil outside Bratislava bar

Thousands gathered in the Slovakian capital to remember two men killed in a suspected hate crime.

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Nigeria floods: People evacuate on top of cars

Over one million people have left their homes after widespread flooding hits Nigeria.

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Afghanistan: Taliban ban women from many university subjects

Fatima missed her last year of school - now the Taliban are stopping her studying what she wants at university.

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Is Xi Jinping’s potato miracle all that it seems?

China's leader is said to have ended poverty in one village by suggesting growing a new type of potato.

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US parents: We stormed school over shooting fears after Uvalde

A Texas high school locked down after reports of a gunman. Parents refused to leave it to police.

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E-waste: 5 billion phones to be thrown away in 2022

Billions of phones will be hoarded in drawers and cupboards or thrown away rather than recycled, studies suggest.

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Parkland school shooting: Why the gunman was spared the death penalty

A Florida jury's decision left relatives angry and upset - but was a result of the state's death penalty law.

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Parkland shooting: Families of victims wrestle with what justice means

Families of those killed in the Parkland school shooting told the BBC what justice should look like.

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Parkland parents: 'I'm as stunned as the day Luke was killed'

Families tell the BBC they believed until the last minute their children's killer would be executed.

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Singapore jails OnlyFans creator in first such conviction

Titus Low, 22, is the first person in the conservative nation to be jailed over the adults-only site.

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Top LA city leader quits over racist remarks

The ex-council president was taped making offensive comments about a colleague's son and other minorities.

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Cough syrup scandal: India production halted after Gambia child deaths

Maiden Pharmaceuticals broke rules "across its manufacturing and testing activities," regulators found.

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US and Mexico make deal to ease Venezuela migration

Thousands of Venezuelans will be allowed to enter the US by air, with the aim of easing pressure at the border.

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New push to return Elgin Marbles to Greece

Conservative parliamentarians join an organisation campaigning to return the sculptures to Greece.

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China-Taiwan: Can a tech billionaire create a civilian fighting force?

Robert Tsao, 75, has pledged a billion Taiwan dollars to train citizens to resist a Chinese invasion.

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Netflix signs up to ratings body Barb

It means the streaming giant's viewing figures will be measured by an external body for the first time.

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At least 33 killed in Nepal flooding and landslides

Torrential monsoon rains have also inundated hundreds of homes across western Nepal in the past week.

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Sir David Jason describes Covid collapse

The Only Fools and Horses legend tells BBC Breakfast he had "seriously bad" Covid this summer.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky calls for more sanctions after 'new wave of terror'

Ukraine's president calls for even tougher sanctions against Russia after heavy missile strikes.

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TikTok profits from livestreams of refugees begging

Children are among those pleading for hours for digital gifts, as the company takes a cut of up to 70%.

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Cough-syrup scandal: How did it end up in The Gambia?

Deaths of children in The Gambia, linked to Indian-made cough syrups, raises concerns about regulation.

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China's Communist Party Congress: A really simple guide

The party elite is expected to hand Xi Jinping a third term as China's leader.

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Hong Kong declines to act on sanctioned Russian superyacht in harbour

The US accuses the city of granting 'safe haven' to the yacht owned by a Russian oligarch under Western sanctions.

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US parents: We stormed school over shooting fears after Uvalde

A Texas high school locked down after reports of a gunman. Parents refused to leave it to police.

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Australians arrested over alleged Sri Lanka bribes for lucrative contracts

It follows a decade-long investigation with several countries into lucrative business contracts.

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Swiss frog numbers jump after mass pond digging

Scientists brought endangered species back from the brink by simply building more ponds.

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Officer fired after shooting teen in McDonald's car park

The teenaged boy was shot multiple times while eating a burger with a friend in San Antonio, Texas.

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Air France Crash: Aviation bosses heckled as trial begins

Relatives of those who died in the Air France crash yelled "shame" as the trial started in Paris.

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Kenya curriculum uproar as pupils behead live chickens in school

Videos of primary school pupils learning practical skills such as cooking spark a nationwide debate.

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Kyiv bridge: Near miss for pedestrian in missile strike

A pedestrian on Kyiv's Klitschko bridge has a narrow escape when a Russian missile hits the walkway.

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Elon Musk wades into China and Taiwan tensions

The billionaire wins China's praise for comments but Taipei says freedom is "not for sale".

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Thai nursery: CNN apologises for entering site of deadly attack

The news organisation had aired footage from inside the building where 23 children were killed.

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Ukraine war: BBC journalist ducks as explosions hit central Kyiv

Hugo Bachega delivers a news report as several explosions happen in the centre of Ukraine's capital.

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Ukraine war: Liberating towns is a shot in the arm for Ukrainian troops

The BBC's defence correspondent meets the people of a retaken town - and the soldiers who freed it.

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Gambia cough syrup scandal: Police investigate deaths linked to medicine

Senior officials are called for questioning after 66 children died with acute kidney injuries.

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Zaporizhzhia attack: Russian shelling in 'annexed' city kills 17

The city is controlled by Ukrainian forces, but is in a region illegally annexed by Russia.

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Crimea bridge: Russia ramps up security after blast

Moscow moves to secure the key connector and repair it as soon as possible after the explosion.

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Wildlife deserts nature reserve known as Europe's Amazon

Forest fires ignited by Russian shelling have devastated Ukraine's Drevlyansky reserve.

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Who wields the most power in Iran?

Iran's leaders are ordering the police and Revolutionary Guard to crack down on nationwide protests.

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Ethiopia civil war: My patients are doomed to die in Tigray blockade

Ethiopia's conflict has led to those in hospital needlessly dying, a doctor in Tigray tells the BBC.

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Thai nursery attack: The story of the three-year-old survivor

Three-year-old Emmy was found awake, curled up next to the bodies of her classmates.

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Crimean bridge: Excitement and fear in Ukraine after bridge blast

The sight of the crippled bridge is a morale boost - but fear remains, writes the BBC's Paul Adams.

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Letter from Africa: The Afro-punk band taking on 'whitewashed' history

The anti-colonial Kenyan musicians with a cult following who are challenging the status quo.

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Crimea bridge: Fire and smoke seen after reports of an explosion

The bridge was opened by Russian President Putin in 2018 as the only land link to Crimea from Russia.

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Haiti asks world for military help to curb chaos

The US is considering a humanitarian corridor to allow urgent supplies to enter the country.

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John Simpson: Zelensky strikes all the right notes

A quiet, charming, unassuming man - and arguably the most popular leader on Earth.

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Ukraine says mass burial sites found in retaken town of Lyman

A Ukrainian official said two sites were found near Lyman, with one estimated to hold 200 dead.

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Samsung warns of 32% hit to profits on chip slump

Meanwhile, US chip maker AMD said its third quarter revenue would be $1bn less than forecasts.

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Hunter Biden could be charged with tax crimes

Federal agents investigating the US president's son believe they have evidence of tax crimes.

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Easter Island: Sacred statues damaged by wild fire

Many of the enigmatic stone-carved statues are "totally charred" according to local authorities.

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Hunter Biden: The struggles and scandals of the US president's son

President Biden has fiercely defended his son, previously saying he is "deeply proud" of him.

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The exiled Russian journalists challenging Kremlin censorship

A punitive law has led to the mass exodus of journalists from Russia.

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Putin's dream of Russian victory slips away in Ukraine

While Russia's president annexes large areas of Ukraine, the truth on the ground looks very different.

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The LA kids who started behind and then flew ahead

A new scheme in Los Angeles is proving effective in helping teenagers with poor English.

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Zero-Covid: How Xi's flagship policy is spoiling his party

Restrictions continue for millions of Chinese and this is putting political pressure on Xi Jinping.

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Afghanistan: 'More more of us might be killed - but we will win'

Forty-five female students died in the most recent attack on an education centre in Afghanistan.

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Mayor among dead as gunmen launch attack in Mexico city

At least 18 people are killed in the shooting which is being blamed on the Los Tequileros crime gang.

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Canada: Supreme Court to hear if US is 'safe' for migrants

A 'safe third country' pact between Canada and the US has been opposed by refugee advocates for years.

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Lebanon financial crisis: The people robbing banks to get their own money

Bank customers in Lebanon cannot withdraw more than $400 a month, owing to the financial crisis.

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The generations of Iranian women fighting for freedom

The protests currently sweeping the country have their roots in changes made after the 1979 revolution.

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Vladimir Putin at 70: Seven pivotal moments that made him

As Vladimir Putin turns 70, we look back at a series of turning points that helped shape his worldview.

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Space, the unseen frontier in the war in Ukraine

It is the first war where commercial space capabilities have played a significant role, a US general says.

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Will UK royals follow the Danish downsizing?

Could the British Royal Family have its own "slimming down" in the footsteps of Denmark's queen?

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Uttarakhand: At least 25 killed as bus plunges into gorge in Pauri Garhwal district

The bus was carrying a wedding procession when it veered off the road and fell into a ravine.

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Trump seeks Supreme Court ruling in Mar-a-Lago dispute

The former president wants an outside expert to vet 103 documents with classification markings.

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COP27: Activists "baffled" that Coca-Cola will be sponsor

Climate activists say Egypt should reverse its decision because of Coca-Cola's plastic pollution.

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Angelina Jolie accuses Brad Pitt of abuse on private plane

Ms Jolie says Mr Pitt grabbed her by the head and attacked two of their children. He denies the claim.

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South Korea and US fire missiles into sea in response to North Korea

It comes hours after North Korea launched a ballistic missile over Japan, escalating tensions.

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US midterms: 'America's elections could turn really nasty'

Amid warnings of violence, the first vote since the Capitol riot will be a huge test of US democracy.

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Mahsa Amini: How one woman's death sparked a movement

The BBC has analysed over 1,000 videos of unprecedented protests following Mahsa Amini's death in custody.

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Take a ride around San Francisco in a driverless taxi

Driverless robo-taxis are being allowed on the city's streets at night for paying members of the public.

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Philippines lottery: Questions raised as hundreds win jackpot

This is the most number of winners the Philippines has seen in its history, according to local media.

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Calais migrants: Smugglers cause fresh problems for police

New Calais smuggling networks are making it even harder to stop rising numbers of Channel crossings.

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Bruce Lehrmann: Trial for man accused of Australian parliament rape begins

Bruce Lehrmann is accused of assaulting Brittany Higgins in 2019 in a government minister's office.

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Indonesia football crush: Candlelight vigil for fans who died at stadium

At least 125 people died after police fired tear gas at football fans who ran onto the pitch in Java.

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Nick Kyrgios seeks dismissal of assault case on mental health grounds

The tennis player - who is accused of assaulting an ex-partner - cites his struggles with mental health.

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Confidence Man: Key revelations from new book on Donald Trump

The former president weighed bombing Mexican drug labs and nearly fired his daughter, a new book claims.

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Ponniyin Selvan: Mani Ratnam's epic drama fires up India box office

Mani Ratnam's new film is based on what is widely considered to be the greatest-ever novel written in Tamil.

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Ex-PM Borissov set to win Bulgarian election

Boyko Borissov faces a tough task forming a coalition after Bulgaria's fourth election in two years.

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Drax: UK power station owner cuts down primary forests in Canada

The owner of the UK's biggest power station, Drax, is cutting down key forests in Canada.

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Ukraine war: Questions over France's weapons supply to Kyiv

Paris's relative absence in its supply of weapons to Ukraine leaves eastern European countries wary.

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One Kenyan woman's journey for the father she has never known

BBC Africa Eye goes on a journey with a woman in Kenya, searching for the father she has never known.

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Scores killed at Indonesia football match

At least 125 people have died in a stadium disaster at a football match in East Java in Indonesia.

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London Marathon 2022: Amos Kipruto and Yalemzerf Yehualaw win first titles in elite races

Kenya's Amos Kipruto and Ethiopia's Yalemzerf Yehualaw win their maiden London Marathon titles with breakaway victories in the elite men's and women's races.

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Liu Jingyao and Liu Qiangdong: Chinese billionaire sexual assault case settled in US

A closely-watched case where business titan Richard Liu was accused of rape was settled hours before trial.

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Mark Hamill on speaking to Zelensky about Star Wars

The Star Wars legend says Ukraine's president referenced the films when he spoke to him.

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Indonesia: More than 120 dead in football stampede

At least 127 died after police tear-gassed rioting supporters after a match on East Java.

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Bruce Willis denies selling rights to his face

It was widely reported that the actor had sold his face to a deepfake company.

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Ukraine war: Indian doctor forced to abandon beloved pet jaguar

Girikumar Patil, who lived with two big cats in war-torn Ukraine, says he is now separated from them.

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Tesla shows off humanoid robot prototype

CEO Elon Musk says he hopes Optimus can be mass produced once refined.

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Storm Ian: Protests as Cuba capital Havana remains in darkness

Cuba's capital lost power when Hurricane Ian hit days ago, and parts still remain in the dark.

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Burkina Faso coup: Ecowas condemns military takeover

An army captain has announced the removal of the country's military leader Lt Col Paul-Henri Damiba.

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