Catwalks, canes and cars: Africa's top shots

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

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Suicide poison seller tracked down by BBC

Ukrainian Leonid Zakutenko sells a type of chemical online thought to be linked to at least 130 UK deaths.

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Biden and Trump make competing trips to US border

The two likely presidential candidates make speeches in an effort to show they can tackle illegal crossings.

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Alabama lawmakers race to protect providers of IVF

It follows a ruling by the state's top court that frozen embryos are considered children.

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French readers enjoy world’s only four-year newspaper

La Bougie du Sapeur comes out once every leap year - so since 1980 only 12 copies have been published.

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Biden 'fit for duty' after medical, says doctor

The US president says "everything's great" after undergoing his annual physical examination.

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Trump and Biden projected to win Michigan primaries

The BBC's US partner CBS expects victories for the Republican and Democratic frontrunners.

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Dozens die after bus falls off bridge in Mali

Malians and citizens from other regions in West Africa are said to be among the victims.

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Apple unplugs electric car project, reports say

The firm never acknowledged the project publicly but had recruited thousands of car engineers.

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Police ban from Mardi Gras parade divides Australians

Organisers of Sydney's iconic event uninvited police after an officer allegedly murdered a gay couple.

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Paparazzo accuses Taylor Swift's father of assault

The photographer did not need medical treatment and Australian police are investigating.

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Biden hopes for Gaza ceasefire by next week

The US president says the warring sides are close to a truce but warns that "we're not done yet".

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Runaway Indian train travels 70km without driver

Videos of the train zooming past railway stations went viral on social media.

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Police search for missing Sydney couple's bodies

A policeman murdered Jesse Baird and Luke Davies last week before moving their bodies, detectives say.

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Gaza children search for food to keep families alive

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

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Trump easily wins South Carolina but Haley fights on

The former president continues his march towards the Republican nomination with a huge win in his rival's home state.

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The price of political opposition in Russia

Jailed opposition activist Vladimir Kara-Murza refuses to be cowed following the death of Alexei Navalny.

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

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

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Watch: A look back at the Ukraine war two years on

The BBC's Joe Inwood reflects on two years since Russia launched its full scale invasion of Ukraine.

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Oprah and Nigella deepfaked in influencer 'manifestation' ads

Piers Morgan and Oprah have criticised the use of AI deepfake ads used to promote a "manifestation" guide.

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Odysseus Moon lander 'tipped over on touchdown'

The history-making robot likely caught its foot on a rock and fell on its side, US operator says.

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Jury finds NRA and ex-leader liable for corruption

The jury found former CEO Wayne LaPierre cost the guns group $5.4m through lavish spending on himself.

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Man charged with murder of missing Sydney couple

Australian TV personality Jesse Baird and his boyfriend Luke Davies were last seen on Monday.

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American company makes historic Moon landing

Intuitive Machines completes the first ever lunar touchdown by a privately built spacecraft.

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Texas student loses case over dreadlocks punishment

Darryl George was suspended for refusing to cut his hair, which a school said violated dress code.

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US spacecraft completes Moon landing mission

The Odysseus has successfully touched down near the Moon's South Pole, after a nervy search for its signal.

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How AI is helping the search for extraterrestrial life

Artificial intelligence software is being used to look for signs of alien lifeforms.

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Sahil Omar: The real story behind a fake criminal

One name keeps cropping up in connection with mass shootings - but the person does not actually exist.

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Ship blamed for Cape Town stink leaves for Iraq

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

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Woolworths boss quits after TV interview

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

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Russia accused of executing prisoners of war in Avdiivka

The BBC speaks to relatives after video shows bodies of soldiers who are believed to have surrendered.

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How an asbestos scare has sent Sydney scrambling

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

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'Lose-lose' anxiety marks global security talks in Munich

The conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine underline deepening geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties.

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

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

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Israel sets deadline for ground offensive in Rafah

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

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More than 50 shot dead in Papua New Guinea ambush

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

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How an Australian stuntwoman conquered Indian action films

Known by her stage name Fearless Nadia, Mary Ann Evans ruled the Indian box office in the 1930s and 40s.

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

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

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

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

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Senegal steps back from the brink - but what next?

A court blocks the president's plan to delay elections, but this doesn't mean the political crisis is over.

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Ukraine troops pull out of key eastern town Avdiivka

Ukraine's top commander says he has acted to avoid encirclement by Russian forces in the town of Avdiivka.

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'Zombie Fires' burning at an alarming rate in Canada

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

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Cowries, cups and crafts: Africa's top shots

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

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X blue ticks went to terrorists, campaigners say

Campaigners at the Tech Transparency Project in the US found paid-for features for organisations.

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

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

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Alejandro Mayorkas: House votes to impeach homeland security secretary

The impeachment push now moves to the Democrat-controlled Senate, where it is unlikely to succeed.

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Indonesia election: What the maps don’t show about this Asian nation

The BBC’s Frances Mao explains why Indonesia's election is a big one to watch in a crucial region.

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Trump endorses daughter-in-law Lara Trump for RNC leadership

A successful co-chair bid for Lara Trump would shift the Republican committee closer to Mr Trump's campaign.

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Lakewood Church: Armed woman killed in Joel Osteen Texas megachurch shootout

The 36-year-old attacker's seven-year-old son was critically injured in the shootout in Houston.

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Kiptum's last BBC interview before fatal accident

The Kenyan athlete spoke to the BBC in 2023 about beating Eliud Kipchoge's marathon world record.

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Conservative ex-PM Alexander Stubb elected Finland president

His victory comes amid rising tensions between Finland, the newest Nato member, and neighbouring Russia.

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Afcon 2023: Nigeria 1-2 Ivory Coast - Haller wins final for Elephants

Sebastien Haller is the hero again as Ivory Coast come from behind to beat Nigeria and win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.

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Trinidad and Tobago hit by mystery ship oil spill

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

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

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

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DR Congo violence: Panic in Goma as M23 rebels advance

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

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Guarding the Middle East's most dangerous border

Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah are intensifying as the risk of a wider regional conflict grows.

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Israel-Gaza war: US says it will not back unplanned Rafah offensive

The White House says it won't support operations in the southern Gaza city without due consideration for refugees there.

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Democrats rally around Biden as report raises age concerns

Capitol Hill allies said Mr Biden is 'sharp and effective', and had been 'inappropriately' attacked.

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Ex-US government informant gets life over Haiti president's murder

Joseph Vincent is the fourth of 11 defendants in the case to be sentenced to life by a Miami court.

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'My memory is fine': Biden hits back at special counsel

The US president angrily criticises report on how he dealt with classified documents - which questioned his recollections.

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Israel-Gaza war: US will not support unplanned Rafah offensive

Officials are warning Israel over sending in troops without due consideration for refugees there.

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Pakistan elections 2024: Count under way after controversial election

Election officials are calling for results to be speeded up, after delays in announcing vote tallies.

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Super Bowl 58: How Las Vegas fell in love with big sport

The story of how a $500m gamble on an ice hockey team in a desert paved the way for Las Vegas' Super Bowl.

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Burkina Faso outcry over 'conscription used to punish junta critics'

An anaesthetist tells the BBC he was taken from his hospital for training to combat jihadists.

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Flooding rescues and mudslides after California storms

Officials say over 10in (25cm) of rain have fallen in Los Angeles since Sunday as storms hit the area.

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Super Bowl 58: Taylor Swift conspiracy theories 'nonsense' - NFL boss Roger Goodell

Super Bowl conspiracy theories involving Taylor Swift are "nonsense", says NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.

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Yandex: Owner of 'Russia's Google' pulls out of home country

Yandex has previously been accused of hiding information about the Ukraine war from the Russian public.

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Nikki Haley seeks Secret Service protection, citing 'multiple issues'

The last challenger to Donald Trump says her campaign has had "multiple issues" with security.

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Senegal on the brink after elections postponed

Senegal is seen as a bastion of democracy in West Africa, yet its polls were delayed with three weeks to go.

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Universal Studios UK: Is a theme park coming to Stewartby?

What might a major new theme park mean for a Bedfordshire village and its 1,200 inhabitants?

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Grammy Awards 2024: Red carpet and ceremony in pictures

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

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Neuralink: Can Musk's brain technology change the world?

The world's richest man is betting heavily on his brain chip, but he has ground to make up.

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Did bodybuilding bring on my early perimenopause?

Adele Johnston was 33 when she developed painful symptoms such as heart palpitations and itchy skin.

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Tryfan: Woman scattering dad's ashes rescued on mountain

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

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Somalia piracy: Are we witnessing its return off the country's coast?

Recent India Ocean hijackings are fuelling concerns that an old problem could be making a comeback.

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Pakistan: Marching for the thousands who disappeared in Balochistan

Families believe thousands of people have been picked up and forcibly disappeared by Pakistan's army.

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Week in pictures: 27 January - 2 February 2024

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

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Pressure grows on Kosovo's Serbs with currency curb

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

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