Lunar New Year: Covid thwarts travel plans for millions

An estimated 1.18 billion trips will be made across China, a far cry from pre-pandemic figures.

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Brazil rains: São Paulo floods kill 19 and destroy homes

About 500 families have been left homeless in São Paulo state after the latest deadly floods.

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Women's Ashes: England and Australia draw Test in incredible finale

England and Australia draw the one-off Women's Ashes Test in one of the most incredible finales cricket has seen.

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Ukraine-Russia tensions: British troops 'unlikely' to fight - Truss

The foreign secretary says the UK is using "deterrence and diplomacy" to avoid further conflict.

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Bloody Sunday: Irish PM lays wreath at Bloody Sunday memorial

Thirteen people were killed when British soldiers opened fire on a civil rights march in Londonderry.

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'Bombogenesis' snowstorm strikes US East Coast

The storm, known as a Nor'easter, brought heavy snowfall, coastal flooding and blizzard conditions.

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Nato's Jens Stoltenberg: No plans for combat troops in Ukraine

Nato's secretary general calls for "a balanced approach", amid heighten tensions in Eastern Europe.

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Storm Ana: Deadly Africa storm shows climate crisis reality - UN

Rescue workers in southern Africa are trying to reach thousands stranded as more are found dead.

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Hong Kong: One of city's last Tiananmen Square memorials covered up

The University of Hong Kong covers up a pavement tribute, citing only routine maintenance.

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Australian Open: Ashleigh Barty wins first Melbourne title by beating Danielle Collins

Ashleigh Barty ends the home nation's 44-year wait for a Grand Slam women's singles champion by beating Danielle Collins to win the Australian Open title.

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Chicago trains drive over flaming tracks

The tracks are set alight to prevent them from freezing over in snowy weather.

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Ukraine crisis: Biden warns Russia may invade next month

Tens of thousands of Russian troops are at Ukraine's border, sparking fears of an invasion.

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Ukraine crisis: Vladimir Putin's geopolitical jigsaw

Invasion or fear strategy: the Russian leader keeps everyone guessing on his real plans for Ukraine.

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Fujimono shooting: Japanese doctor killed in rare gun violence

Police arrest a 66-year-old man they say attacked a group of medical workers invited to his home.

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Family who died in freezing cold by US-Canada border identified

The four Indian nationals were trying to cross the Canada-US border on foot.

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Thermal waterfall freezes in Romania

The Toplița thermal waterfall is 10m high and famed in the country for its beauty.

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Ukraine: What sanctions could be imposed on Russia?

Western diplomats are refusing to be explicit about specific penalties to keep the Kremlin guessing.

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Jordanian army says it killed 27 drug smugglers from Syria

The army says the smugglers attempted to cross into the kingdom under the cover of heavy snow.

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Lithuania-China row: EU escalates trade dispute with Beijing

Brussels says China is acting illegally in a dispute with Lithuania, one of the EU's smallest states.

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Biden expected to nominate first black woman to Supreme Court

The announcement comes amid news that Justice Stephen Breyer is expected to retire in June.

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Ukraine: Biden says Russian invasion 'would change the world'

The US President says Russian troops entering Ukraine "would be the largest invasion since World War Two".

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Winter Olympics 2022: China eases Covid testing rules amid rise in cases

Organisers lower testing benchmarks while the rest of the city faces harsher Covid restrictions.

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Global chip shortage: US says firms' stocks have plunged

The shortage of semiconductors is continuing to have a major impact on industries around the world.

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Missing girl meets her rescuer again decades later

Back in 1968, toddler Kathy Wrethman went missing in Australia but was recovered safely.

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IMF urges El Salvador to remove Bitcoin as legal tender

Officials say the decision poses risks to financial stability and consumer protection in the country.

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Bataclan survivor finds NFT of her X-ray for sale online

The surgeon had put an image of a patient's X-ray on a website that sells NFTs without her consent.

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Ukraine: 'I should be ready to defend the country'

Marta is getting military training to prepare for a possible Russian invasion but says she doesn't want war.

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Guatemala convicts ex-soldiers for raping indigenous women

Five ex-paramilitary soldiers are given 30-year jail terms for raping dozens of women in the 1980s.

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Hundreds of children held by IS in besieged prison in Syria

Kurdish-led forces say they are being used as human shields in the jail they have surrounded in Syria.

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NZ PM Ardern calls off wedding amid Omicron outbreak

New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has cancelled her wedding after announcing new Covid restrictions.

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Cameroon nightclub fire: Liv's Night Club in Yaoundé hit by deadly blaze

At least 16 people have been killed and eight others seriously wounded in the blaze.

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Anoosheh Ashoori: Iranian-Briton starts hunger strike in prison

Anoosheh Ashoori from London hopes the strike will bring attention to those being held in Iran.

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Ukraine tension: US 'lethal aid' arrives in Kyiv amid border build-up

The first delivery of a security assistance package includes ammunition for "front line defenders".

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Do Ukrainians and Russians believe a full-scale war is possible?

Amid growing fears of a Russian invasion, BBC correspondents gauge the public mood in Kyiv and Moscow.

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Kiribati goes into first lockdown after Covid flight cases

Until last week, the remote island nation of Kiribati had recorded just two Covid cases.

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Meat Loaf: What exactly is it that the singer would not do for love?

How I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That) became one of rock's biggest urban myths.

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US police hunt monkeys missing after motorway crash

The monkeys were being transported to a lab in Florida but escaped after the accident in Pennsylvania.

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Gen Z marchers praying for an end to US abortion

The young activists are optimistic their movement's long-cherished goal may be within reach.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger involved in Los Angeles car crash

The actor's spokesman confirmed that he was driving the SUV involved in the crash.

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Ukraine tension: Urgent US-Russia talks in Geneva as invasion fears grow

The top US and Russian diplomats will meet in Geneva later as fears of an invasion grow.

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Samsung pulls ad with drag queen after backlash

The ad, which showed a Muslim mother expressing support for her drag queen son, was criticised online.

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Djokovic could have inspired anti-vax Australians, court says

The court said it was reasonable to think Djokovic might have inspired anti-vaccine sentiment in Australia.

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Tonga: Journalist gives firsthand account of volcano eruption

Speaking from Tonga's capital, Nuku'alofa, Marian Kupu gives a firsthand account of the moment the undersea volcano erupted.

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Peru oil spill after Tonga eruption an 'ecological disaster'

The "ecological disaster" occurred after high waves caused by the volcanic eruption in Tonga.

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Britney Spears issues cease and desist letter to sister Jamie Lynn over book

The singer accuses Jamie Lynn Spears of promoting "false or fantastical grievances" in her new book.

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Andre Leon Talley: Former Vogue creative director dies aged 73

Andre Leon Talley was credited with getting more black models into the fashion industry.

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Sania Mirza: India tennis star to retire after 2022 season

Sania Mirza, a former Wimbledon doubles champion, is one of India's most celebrated sports stars.

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Tonga undersea cable needs 'at least' four weeks to repair: NZ

Its only undersea cable was destroyed in an eruption, cutting it off from the rest of the world.

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Ukraine: Blinken flies to Europe amid Russia invasion fears

Russia denies any plan to attack Ukraine but tensions are high as troops mass near the border.

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Tonga eruption: How its impact spread so widely and violently

The impact of a massive eruption in Pacific has been felt around the world.

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Afghanistan twin quakes kill at least 22 in poorest areas

Officials say the death toll could rise from two earthquakes which hit the north-west of the nation.

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SLS: Nasa fixes glitchy megarocket equipment ahead of key test

Nasa fixes malfunctioning equipment on a new rocket designed to take astronauts to the Moon.

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Tonga volcano: Video shows eruption day before tsunami

Watch dramatic footage of the underwater volcano erupting the day before it triggered a tsunami.

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North Korea fires missiles again amid unusual flurry of tests

It has conducted four launches in two weeks - an unusual frequency for this time of the year.

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China cuts interest rates as economic growth slows

Compared to a year earlier, the economy grew 4% in the last three months of 2021, official figures show.

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Pacific volcano: Ash-covered Tonga is like a moonscape say residents

A huge underwater volcano that triggered tsunami waves has caused "significant damage" to Tonga.

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Australia tormented Djokovic - Serbian president

Aleksandar Vucic describes Australia's treatment of the tennis star as torment and torture.

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Tsunami threat over after huge Pacific volcano eruption - monitor

While further tsunamis may be unlikely, there are mounting fears over how badly Tonga has been hit.

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Prince Andrew's lawyers say accuser may have false memories

Court documents say the Duke of York wants to question Virginia Giuffre's psychologist and husband.

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Man who had pig heart transplant was guilty of 1988 stabbing

David Bennett once stabbed a man seven times leaving him paralysed, it has been revealed.

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Virat Kohli steps down as India Test captain

Virat Kohli steps down as captain of India men's Test team after a record 68 matches as skipper.

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Bipin Rawat: Bad weather caused India's top commander's chopper crash

Bad weather was behind the helicopter crash that killed General Bipin Rawat, authorities say.

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Ashling Murphy: Vigils across Ireland for murdered teacher

Ashling Murphy's family are said to be "overwhelmed by the national outpouring of support".

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Meta faces billion-pound class-action case

Facebook's 44 million UK users could share £2.3bn in damages, a competition expert intending to sue Meta says

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Channel migrants: Thirty rescued as man dies off French coast

The man fell overboard from a migrant boat in what is thought to be the first fatality this year.

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A glimpse of Jewish life before World War Two

A huge trove of artefacts that was saved from the Nazis offers a fascinating glimpse of a lost era.

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'Havana syndrome': US baffled after new cases in Europe

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says investigations continue after more diplomats fall ill.

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Covid: Half of France's schools could close as teachers strike

About 75% of primary teachers are expected to strike as they complain about confusing testing rules.

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Canada: Unvaccinated father loses right to see his child

The father is not allowed to see the 12-year-old until next month - unless he gets vaccinated.

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Rust: Armourer on Alec Baldwin film sues prop supplier over ammunition supply

Hannah Gutierrez-Reed seeks unspecified damages from ammunition supplier Seth Kenney and his company.

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Australia equals hottest day on record at 50.7C

Osnlow in Western Australia recorded 50.7C on Thursday, equalling a record set in 1962.

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Afghanistan: 'Terrified' British Council teachers still in hiding

Afghan teachers employed by the British Council say they are still in hiding from the Taliban.

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Novak Djokovic: Newsreaders caught in expletive-laden rant

A leaked video shows Australian journalists giving candid opinions on the tennis star's visa saga.

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Alps murders: French police arrest suspect over killing of British family

Three members of a British family and a French cyclist were shot dead in the French Alps.

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Greek sailing coach in rape trial over MeToo revelations

When an Olympic champion spoke out about abuse, a young woman alleged she was raped by her coach.

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Love theory in Italian man's Ivory Coast kidnap

Prosecutors say a businessman may have been duped into going to Ivory Coast by an online scammer.

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Baby found by teenagers in -20C in Siberia doing well

The parents of one of the teenagers wish to adopt the little girl if relatives cannot be found.

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Aras Amiri: British Council says jailed employee freed by Iran

Aras Amiri, an Iranian citizen, has returned to the UK after being acquitted of spying on appeal.

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Brazil rains: Minas Gerais hit by deadly landslides and floods

Landslides and flooding caused by torrential rains have killed at least 10 people in Minas Gerais.

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'He was like a lighthouse' - Sidney Poitier's daughter posts moving tribute

"I know people know he was good, but I don't think they know the depth of his goodness."

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What's at stake in the struggle over US voting laws

Democrats are readying a high-stakes battle over elections, an issue both parties want to reform.

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Novak Djokovic: Questions raised over tennis star's travel declaration

Australian officials are investigating whether inaccurate information was given, local media says.

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Second child dies after Spanish bouncy castle accident

The four-year-old girl was injured when a bouncy castle was thrown into the air by wind last week.

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Magawa, the landmine-sniffing hero rat, dies aged eight

Magawa was awarded a gold medal for heroism for clearing landmines in Cambodia.

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Fighting the darknet drug dealers who can't be stopped

BBC research finds hundreds of dealers who have survived multiple police shutdowns of darknet marketplaces.

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China: Doctor charged for treating fever patient

The medic in Henan could face a prison term because there wasn't a fever clinic at their hospital.

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Covid: Chile starts fourth vaccine dose amid rise in cases

The country is the first in Latin America to offer a fourth dose, as Omicron fuels a surge in cases.

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First pig heart to human transplant is a game-changer, say surgeons

In a world first, a pig heart has been successfully transplanted into a human by surgeons in the US.

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David Sassoli: European Parliament president dies aged 65

The Italian was admitted to hospital last month due to a serious complication with his immune system.

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Evergrande: Real estate giant moves from Shenzhen head office to cut costs

The crisis-hit property developer is still struggling to pay more than $300bn in liabilities.

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Spain: Badger thought to have found Roman treasure

Archaeologists discovered Roman coins outside the den of an animal next to a cave in northern Spain.

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Former Israeli PMs Netanyahu and Olmert face off in court in libel case

Benjamin Netanyahu and his family are suing Ehud Olmert for claiming that they were mentally ill.

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Novak Djokovic family end press conference after Covid event question

The family of the tennis star end a press conference, refusing to be drawn on his positive PCR test.

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Djokovic's brother: We fight for truth and justice

Djordje Djokovic, speaks about supporting the tennis star during his detention in Australia.

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Novak Djokovic's mother: We're here to celebrate our son's victory

Dijana Djokovic speaks at a press conference after her son Novak had his Australian visa reinstated.

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Swedish PM under fire for illegal immigrant cleaner

Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson says she was assured all company employees were working legally.

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Kazakhstan unrest was coup attempt, says president

President Tokayev says a hunt for "terrorists" is continuing and Kazakhstan will soon provide proof.

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Covid-19: Common cold may give some protection, study suggests

Researchers say immune cells made to defend the body against some colds could help stave off Covid.

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Past seven years hottest on record - EU satellite data

Analysis shows 2021 was the fifth-warmest with record-breaking temperatures in some regions.

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Uganda schools reopen after almost two years of Covid closure

Authorities warn that at least 30% of pre-pandemic pupils may never return after such a long absence.

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Man arrested for bomb threat at Doja Cat concert

The man phoned in a bomb threat in an attempt to jump the queue at a free show in Indianaopolis.

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Novak Djokovic supporters surround car in Melbourne

Crowds chanting "free Novak" surround a black car leaving the offices of the player's lawyer.

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Afcon 2021: Cameroon beat Burkina Faso 2-1 in opening game

Hosts Cameroon come from behind to beat Burkina Faso in an absorbing opening game at the Africa Cup of Nations.

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Kazakhstan unrest: At least 154 killed in crackdown on protests, reports say

Days of violent anti-government protests also saw nearly 6,000 people arrested, officials say.

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Kazakhstan: 'Growing suggestion violence linked to power struggle'

There are growing suggestions violence in Kazakhstan is linked to a power struggle within the ruling elite, the BBC's Steve Rosenberg reports from the capital.

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Afghanistan: Baby lost in Kabul evacuation is reunited with family

The infant was lost after being handed to an American soldier at Kabul airport in August.

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At least five dead after Brazil cliff collapses on boats

Another 20 are missing after the cliff fell onto boats in a lake in the south-east of the country.

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Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict: Dozens killed in airstrike at camp, say aid staff

Aid workers in northern Ethiopia say 56 people are killed in a strike on a camp for the displaced.

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Kazakhstan unrest: Ex-intelligence chief arrested for treason

Karim Massimov's arrest comes in the wake of violent, nationwide anti-government protests.

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Ahmaud Arbery: Killed jogger's murderers face life in prison

Three white men will be sentenced on Friday after they were convicted of killing the black jogger.

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Simon & Schuster employee denies he stole bestseller manuscripts

The FBI alleges Simon & Schuster employee Filippo Bernardini tried to defraud hundreds of people.

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Christine Mboma crowned BBC African Sports Personality of the Year

Christine Mboma, who became the first Namibian woman to win an Olympic medal, is the BBC African Sports Personality of the Year for 2021.

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Omicron: Huge number of Covid cases on second Italy-India flight say Indian officials

Majority of passengers on two flights from Italy to Amritsar in India test positive for Covid-19.

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Truck spends three days dangling over China cliff

The driver is said to have tried to reverse on a narrow mountain road.

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Instagram blocked hashtag in memory of Iran plane crash victims

The social media giant says it did so by mistake, as families tried to memorialise the 176 victims.

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Nelson Mandela's Robben Island cell key returning to South Africa - minister

The key, kept by a former guard, was going to be auctioned in the US until South Africa objected.

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Bitcoin prices fall to lowest in months after US Fed remarks

Bitcoin prices tumble amid rumblings from the US banking body and unrest in Kazakhstan.

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Gunfire heard as BBC visits scene of Kazakh clashes

The BBC's Abdujalil Abdurasulov reports from Almaty in the aftermath of violent protests.

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In pictures: Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas

Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas from Moscow to Cairo.

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Guatemala soldiers face rape trial after 40 years

Five former soldiers are accused of raping 36 indigenous Mayan women during the country's civil war.

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Covid-19: More than 100 test positive on an Italy-India flight

They were among 179 passengers on the flight from Milan which landed in Amritsar on Wednesday.

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Kew scientists name new tree after Leonardo DiCaprio

The tree grows only in an African rainforest the actor and conservationist helped save from logging.

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Afcon 2021: Everything you need to know about tournament in Cameroon

Dates, favourites and everything else you need to know about the Africa Cup of Nations, which kicks off in Cameroon on Sunday.

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Taiwan setting up $200m Lithuania fund amid China row

China downgraded its diplomatic relations with Lithuania after Taiwan opened a de facto embassy there.

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Kosovo bans cryptocurrency mining after blackouts

The Balkan country is enforcing blackouts amid an electricity shortage caused by high global prices.

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Dakar Rally: France opens terrorism probe into Saudi Arabia blast

The explosion in Saudi Arabia last week badly wounded French rally driver Philippe Boutron.

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Gal Gadot says Imagine video was in poor taste

The actress and fellow Hollywood stars recorded a cover of Imagine at the beginning of the pandemic.

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Djokovic at Australian Open: 'He might get booed when he gets on court'

Australians give their views on Novak Djokovic being able to play in the Australian Open.

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California twins born 15 minutes apart in two different years

Aylin Trujillo arrived exactly at midnight on 1 January 2022, 15 minutes after her brother Alfredo.

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Two arrested in Egypt after teenage girl's suicide

Basant Khaled, 17, took her own life in Egypt after allegedly being blackmailed with faked images.

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Thailand: Tropical bay from 'The Beach' reopens

Maya Bay, a huge tourist draw, was closed in 2018 amid concerns over environmental damage.

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South Africa parliament fire: Suspect 'had explosives'

A man appears in court in connection with the blaze that devastated the building.

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Yuzhou: Second Chinese city forced into Covid lockdown

Yuzhou, with its population of 1.1 million, is shut down after just three cases are found.

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US snow: Major snowfall blankets Washington DC

Snow causes fun and frustration in Washington DC.

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Covid: US reports record 1m cases with peak still to come

Omicron drives a record-breaking daily tally of new US cases, though deaths remain stable.

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Prince Andrew's lawyers to ask US court to dismiss civil sexual assault case

A newly-released settlement from 2009 shows his accuser agreed not to sue any "potential defendant".

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France's Bogdanoff TV twins die of Covid six days apart

Grichka and Igor Bogdanoff had hosted a TV science and science-fiction show in the 1980s.

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Silicon Valley's trial of the century

A look at the Theranos trial and the evidence that led to Elizabeth Holmes being found guilty of fraud.

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Nirvana's Nevermind cover art lawsuit dismissed

Spencer Elden, who was pictured as a baby on the album cover, had alleged child pornography.

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Donald Trump's children refuse to testify in fraud inquiry

Donald Jr and Ivanka are being asked to give evidence to a civil investigation into the family business.

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Djokovic gets Covid jab waiver for Australian Open

Novak Djokovic says he will defend his Australian Open title after receiving a medical exemption from having a Covid-19 vaccination.

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Newborn baby found in toilet bin of Air Mauritius plane

The mother and baby are doing well, after airport staff found the boy during a routine check.

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Richard Leakey - fossil expert, conservationist and politician

The achievements of Richard Leakey, who has died aged 77, were as remarkable as they were diverse.

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Richard Leakey: Kenyan conservationist dies aged 77

The Kenyan, who died at 77, was famous for his campaigns against poaching and work on human fossils.

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Israeli photographer captures unique bird spoon image

Wildlife photographer Albert Keshet said it was one of the most amazing pictures he had ever taken.

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Hong Kong: Pro-democracy website Citizen News is latest to close

The pro-democracy news outlet's closure comes after police raided and arrested staff from Stand News.

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Evergrande suspends shares in Hong Kong as firm tries to raise cash

The move comes as the indebted property developer struggles to raise cash to meet its obligations.

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Oxfam India says it's 'severely' hit by ban on foreign funds

The charity says a decision not to renew its licence will severely affect its humanitarian work.

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Ex-Australia teen cricketer accuses team official of rape

Police are investigating allegations around the Australian under-19s team's 1985 tour in India.

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Covid: Israel Omicron spike could bring herd immunity but with risks - health boss

Health boss says Omicron may lead to herd immunity but it would be better achieved via vaccination.

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Denmark to make domestic flights fossil fuel free by 2030

The PM wants domestic flights to go green, as part of ambitious national plans to cut emissions.

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EU flag removed from Arc de Triomphe after right-wing outrage

The French government denies bowing to far-right pressure over the flag at the Arc de Triomphe.

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EU plans to label gas and nuclear energy 'green' prompt row

A European Commission proposal says the two energy sources are key to a green transition.

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Colorado wildfire: Three people reported missing and presumed dead

A local sheriff previously said it had been a miracle no one was reported missing or dead.

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Lionel Messi: Paris St-Germain forward isolating after testing positive for Covid-19

Argentina forward Lionel Messi is one of four Paris St-Germain players to test positive for Covid-19.

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Curry breaks own NBA three-pointer record

Stephen Curry breaks his own NBA record for three-pointers in consecutive games as he leads the Golden State Warriors to a 123-116 win over the Utah Jazz.

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In the footsteps of the women who escaped a Nazi death march

When Gwen Strauss' great-aunt revealed she had led nine women in an escape from a Nazi death march in 1945, Gwen decided to retrace their steps.

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Memorial: Russia’s civil rights group uncovering an uncomfortable past

Memorial, one of the oldest civil rights groups in Russia, was uncovering uncomfortable truths for the authorities.

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Letter from Africa: Africa plays on in 2022 without its great referee

Joseph Warungu looks at what is in store for the African continent this coming year.

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2022 sporting calendar: Big events from Winter Olympics to the World Cup

The Winter Olympics, Commonwealth Games, Women's Euros and the men's World Cup are just some of the big events taking place in 2022.

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‘The doctors came and I had to tell my father he was dying’

Is it always appropriate for relatives to interpret for deaf loved ones?

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NBA: DeMar DeRozan scores buzzer-beating three-pointer as Chicago Bulls beat Indiana Pacers

DeMar DeRozan scores a buzzer-beating three-pointer to give the Chicago Bulls a 108-106 win at the Indiana Pacers in the NBA.

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Quiz: How well do you remember football in 2021?

Test your knowledge of football in 2021 by taking our quiz...

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Desmond Tutu funeral: Anti-apartheid campaigner remembered in Cape Town

The anti-apartheid campaigner and Nobel Peace Prize winner died last Sunday, aged 90.

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