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Kai Zhuang: Police in Utah say student feared kidnapped may be 'camping'

Police in Utah initially feared that missing Chinese student Kai Zhuang, 17, had been kidnapped. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WA9MlsQ

Benjamin Kiplagat: Ugandan athlete stabbed to death in Kenya - reports

Benjamin Kiplagat, 34, reached the semi-finals of the 2012 London Olympics in the 3,000m steeplechase. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hsd1LUY

John Pilger: Campaigning Australian journalist dies

Throughout his career, the writer was a vocal critic of Western foreign policy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dp4wvzn

DR Congo election: Results due with President Felix Tshisekedi leading

The full results of DR Congo's elections are expected, with President Tshisekedi enjoying a huge lead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bh4JDBS

'Shooting star' streaks through the night sky

Videos posted on social media show what appears to be a meteor flying over England. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/61aIxDO

Kai Zhuang: Police in Utah say Chinese exchange student kidnapped

Officers in Utah say they believe Kai Zhuang, 17, is being held against his will for ransom. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ybGijl4

Ukraine war: Missile and drone attack launched against Russia

Moscow says it destroyed dozens of projectiles a day after massive Russian attack on Ukrainian cities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PaRehBn

Can Donald Trump still run for president after Maine and Colorado rulings?

The states' rulings could have implications for his 2024 bid, but the Supreme Court is expected to weigh in. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gWYJzdM

Afua Asantewaa: Ghanaian media personality ends 126-hour singing marathon

Afua Asantewaa's Guinness World Record attempt, which began on Christmas Eve, had a huge following. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vGLm1UQ

South Africa's shark spotters back in action as great whites return

The measures being taken to keep holiday-makers apart from great white sharks in Cape Town. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KWOscpS

Qatar commutes India ex-navy officers' death penalty

The eight Indians were sentenced to death by a Qatar court in October. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/q9ZueIj

Moment Swat team tears open lorry to arrest driver on Texas motorway

Police had stopped the lorry, but the driver refused to get out of the vehicle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ImHnapc

Delhi: Dense fog causes travel chaos in capital, other parts of north India

Heavy fog has led to travel disruptions and road accidents in the city and other parts of northern India. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y7ZIJKm

Wolfgang Schäuble: Merkel's no-nonsense finance minister dies aged 81

Although never chancellor, Wolfgang Schäuble was one of Germany's most influential politicians. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PvlrkGM

Russia warship: Explosion as ship hit by missile

The airstrike happened in Russian-occupied Crimea early on Tuesday morning. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YKDLRnA

US hits Iran-backed militias in Iraq after attack

The US says the "necessary and proportionate" strikes came after a drone attack on a US airbase. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Wx1EQ6P

Maersk preparing to resume shipping through Red Sea

The announcement follows the deployment of an international military operation to prevent attacks on ships. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3HDz1WQ

Plane held over trafficking fears leaves France

The plane, carrying about 300 Indian nationals, had been grounded over suspected human trafficking. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sWXU3d0

Pope: Free Israeli hostages and end the Gaza war

In a Christmas Day message, the pontiff pleads for an end to suffering of Israelis and Palestinians. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ui5dDQK

Cologne Cathedral: Extra checks at German landmark after attack warning

German police are deployed near the cathedral, amid fears of attacks in several European countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ii2pnTv

Watch: Kate surprises young footballer and his coach at party

Rico's coach Russell Gray was also at the event and joked he was 'hoodwinked' into meeting the princess. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HjsOIE6

Slovakia arrest over threat to copy Prague attack

The suspect said he wanted to repeat Thursday's shooting in neighbouring Czech Republic, police say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Kz1W2rF

Explosion at Indonesia nickel plant kills 13 staff

Dozens of others were injured at the Chinese-funded facility, after a flammable liquid ignited. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pNzFT3Z

Zhu Ling: Woman dies decades after unsolved China poisoning

Zhu Ling, 50, was poisoned with the highly toxic thallium in 1994 but no-one was ever convicted. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pS8TJ5c

India drone strike: Cargo ship attacked off Gujarat coast

The tanker is reportedly linked to Israel, and the strike follows Houthi attacks on Red Sea ships. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TKy1LrF

Russia bans anti-war candidate from challenging Putin

A former TV journalist is barred from standing by officials due to "mistakes" on her application form. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6Ok50YC

Alabama mother with rare double womb gives birth to two babies in two days

An Alabama woman gives birth to a pair of girls after a "one-in-a-million" dicavitary pregnancy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IDhXzr2

Stunned Prague students mourn and no-one mentions killer

A shrine appears outside a university building for the 14 students murdered in Prague's Old Town. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uzkN2HC

Manuel Ellis: US jury clears police officers in death of unarmed black man

Drugs and a heart condition killed Manuel Ellis, not restraining officers, a jury in Washington state finds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/f3SC8uN

Bodycam footage shows police hunting Prague gunman

A gunman killed 14 people at a university in the Czech capital, before turning the gun on himself. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yPFxHiu

Gaza facing famine if fighting continues, UN says

The whole of Gaza is suffering acute shortages, a report says, as the UN looks to get more aid in. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tP1hXS0

Nicaragua arrests bishop who prayed for jailed colleague

Isidoro Mora was detained after expressing his solidarity with a bishop who was jailed for treason. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/e4OyIac

Ukraine war: Male citizens living abroad to be asked to join army

The defence minister says Kyiv is considering sanctions for those who do not comply. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XZ0BA3o

Gérard Depardieu: Feminists criticise Emmanuel Macron over defence of actor

The actor has been accused of rape, sexual assault and harassment. He denies any wrongdoing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/r5TEKPq

Italy schools that scrap nativity could face fine

The far-right government says its proposed legislation will protect the country's "cultural roots". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WQU1RTr

Can Donald Trump still run for president after Colorado ruling?

The surprise decision could have far-reaching consequences for the 2024 elections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1XMTuVH

Sydney Sweeney: Angus Cloud's death doesn't feel real

The Euphoria cast were "were constantly on the phone with each other crying" after Angus Cloud died. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XN4uTVi

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun: Narendra Modi breaks silence on US murder plot allegation

The US has accused an Indian man of conspiring to murder a Sikh separatist leader in New York. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1VrjiTY

Marvel drops Jonathan Majors after domestic assault conviction

It is unclear whether Marvel will replace the star or write his character out of the films. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/abv60FH

Kenyan minister Kipchumba Murkomen sparks concern with 'Rwanda-is-autocracy' remark

On live TV, the transport minister commented that in Rwanda what the president said was "the law". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8Tk0SlM

Kenya fines Carrefour franchise Majid al Futtaim $7m

The competition authority accuses the franchise holder forcing suppliers to accept lower prices. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/r9LsqYR

EU takes action against Elon Musk's X over disinformation

The EU says it is launching "formal enforcement proceedings" against the social media platform. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lAJ23Hx

Twitch U-turns on 'artistic nudity' policy

Days after allowing creators to stream artistic depictions of nudity, Twitch changed its policy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bTU4K51

Film director Otar Iosseliani dies aged 89

The Georgian-born director is known for films such as Pastorale and Favourites of the Moon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uB1SC3X

Paris joins calls for durable Gaza truce

Paris goes further than the UK and Germany, who stopped short of calling for an immediate ceasefire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ky5gNYS

UK MP says family trapped in church complex amid sniper fire

Layla Moran tells the BBC her relatives are trapped in a church complex as Israeli forces operate nearby. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/M3cXe4k

Queensland sees flooding after near record rainfall

Thousands of people in the north of the state have been urged to move to higher ground. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cgVtp7i

Cardinal Becciu: Vatican court convicts former Pope adviser of financial crimes

Italian cardinal Angelo Becciu is sentenced to five-and-a-half years in jail for financial crimes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/p7frc85

Hostage shooting incident 'against rules of engagement', IDF says

Three hostages were mistakenly killed in Gaza on Friday by Israeli troops in an area of intense fighting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wYfojtU

Funeral for Al Jazeera cameraman killed in Gaza drone strike

Samer Abu Daqqa died of wounds after a drone strike while working for Al Jazeera at a school. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jlkWqDs

Kuwaiti leader Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmed dies aged 86

Sheikh Emir Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah had led the country for the last three years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZlJH0oy

Watch: King Charles, Elton John pay tribute to Barry Humphries

Humphries was celebrated for his comedic “genius” but also kindness, at a state memorial in Sydney. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6Gsc7Zf

Nikhil Gupta: India man accused of US murder plot appeals to court

Nikhil Gupta has been accused by the US government of conspiring to assassinate a Sikh separatist leader. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8uVESJa

Four arrests as Denmark foils alleged terror attack plot

Police say three people were arrested in Denmark and one in the Netherlands during dawn raids on Thursday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IwG3jTe

Court suspends Italian plan to hold migrants in Albania

Albania's top court suspends a deal signed between the two countries last month pending a further hearing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Jb9Auqs

Australian woman charged with stealing van carrying 10,000 doughnuts

It is unclear if the 28-year-old knew the van she is alleged to have stolen contained 10,000 doughnuts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CJo3hPy

Turkey referee punch: Turkish leagues to resume after referee released from hospital

Turkish football will resume on Tuesday, 19 December after all leagues were suspended when a referee was punched during a top-flight match on Monday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SGIcBkT

Watch: Intruder jumps on table in Indian parliament

Lawmakers said two men jumped into the well of the house from the visitors' gallery. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hTWzN8Z

Small island states 'weren't in room' when deal agreed

Samoa says they are "a little confused" by agreement of COP 28 climate deal while they were absent from room. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AYjl5fJ

COP28 stage stormed by 12-year-old Indian activist

The girl held up a sign saying "End fossil fuel, save our planet and our future". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XH3VKez

Pakistan: 23 soldiers killed in attack on army base

An explosives-laden vehicle rams into a building, which is being used as a Pakistani army base. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OATcvCS

Zara says it regrets Gaza images misunderstanding

The fashion company says it has now pulled all pictures from an advertising campaign about a jacket. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AKiCfv2

US anti-missile base in Poland to start operations - Polish PM

The Redzikowo Air Base will become the US's second anti-missile base in Europe, after another in southern Romania. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DO8EhpN

Anna Cardwell: Honey Boo Boo pays tribute to sister who dies aged 29

Anna Cardwell, known as Chickadee, co-starred on the family reality TV show Here Comes Honey Boo Boo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/G6RXJCs

US Catholic priest dies after attack in Nebraska church

A suspect was arrested at the scene of the crime in a small Nebraska community. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LgMOm70

Paris Ritz: Missing €750k ring found in hotel vacuum bag

The owner has said she left the ring on a table in her hotel room but when she returned it was gone. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XMoBWfZ

Australian swimmers approach whale 'dangerously close' to shore

The humpback whale strayed into shallow waters, which caught the attention of swimmers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bqGS8vo

Smile Direct Club dentistry aligners firm shuts down

Best known for selling clear aligners remotely, it has shut down months after filing for bankruptcy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ioIp63g

Explosion and fireball seen as storm sweeps through Tennessee

Tornadoes battering Tennessee leave thousands of people without power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FNcQvZt

DR Congo President Tshisekedi compares Rwanda counterpart Kagame to Hitler

Félix Tshisekedi accuses his counterpart in neighbouring Rwanda of wanting to expand. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/h318vTe

Nigeria takes major step towards once again producing refined oil

A refinery that could make Nigeria self-sufficient in fuel receives its first delivery of crude oil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MmePAci

North Koreans deported from Chinese jails face torture, activists warn

About 600 defectors, believed to be mostly women, have not been heard from since their deportation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n3iAetG

Gaza: Video appears to show Palestinian men stripped and detained by IDF

Footage circulating online shows blindfolded men in their underwear being guarded by Israeli soldiers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UR2rE4a

Video shows stripped Palestinian men detained in Gaza

Pictures on social media show dozens of men in their underwear being guarded by Israeli troops in north Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TB8guOy

Unesco: Italian opera singing gets cultural heritage status

The four-centuries-old art mixing costume, drama and music joins other global customs and traditions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/C0YJcAl

Mayday: Taiwan rock stars deny breaking China's lip syncing ban

One of the biggest Chinese-language acts is in trouble over a rarely-enforced regulation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/a76wqkm

Chennai: Heavy rains from Cyclone Michaung leaves trail of destruction in city

Many parts of Chennai city are still water-logged after torrential rains ahead of a severe cyclone. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/z7twnHV

Bosnian Serb leader Dodik on trial for defying international envoy Schmidt

Milorad Dodik is accused of refusing to recognise rulings by the man overseeing peace in Bosnia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xs1Ce8L

Paris 2024: Construction at surfing venue in Tahiti paused after coral damaged

The International Surfing Association says it welcomes construction delays at the Paris 2024 Olympic surfing venue after damage to coral at the site in Tahiti. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/veAuK0W

Wieambilla shootings: US arrests man over Australian religious terror attack

The 58-year-old is being probed over a rural Queensland shooting ambush last December that left six dead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yFKRVvA

UAE extradites British trader Sanjay Shah to Denmark

The money Danish authorities are seeking to recoup over fraud charges amounts to nearly 0.5% of the country's entire GDP. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Xjt9NRx

Israel orders evacuations from city in south Gaza as offensive widens

Witnesses also report seeing tanks advancing east of Khan Younis, as the ground offensive expands. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/p39EBFj

Bowen: US sets clearer red lines for Israel as ceasefire ends

If Israel kills as many in south Gaza as in the north, Biden will face some tough questions over US support for its ally. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fZKhJg8

E-cigarettes: France backs bill to ban disposable vapes

The French parliament votes in favour but it still needs backing from the Senate and the EU Commission. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mbZvE29

New Zealand: Thousands march against new government's reversal of Indigenous policies

The new right-wing government wants to re-interpret the nation's Indigenous treaty. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SGdn90r

World War Two bomb detonated off coast of Denmark

The 130kg bomb got caught in a fisherman's net and had to be detonated by the Danish Navy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ngm7P4Q

Billie Eilish accuses Variety of 'outing' her in cover story

The singer sarcastically thanks US magazine Variety for "outing" her during a red carpet interview. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HptY956

Video 'shows armed police approach Paris suspect'

Video posted on social media shows a man dressed in black who appears to be carrying a knife. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/v6yRSBF

Nelson Mandela's granddaughter slams "climate apartheid" by rich nations

Social activist Ndileka Mandela says "the global north is using economic and legal power to subjugate poor nations". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ED65nTF

Philippines accuses China of swarming reef in South China Sea

The coast guard said the growing numbers of Chinese military boats in the area was "alarming". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6t07yuW

'A very desperate situation for the population of Gaza'

The BBC's Hugo Bachega describes the situation in the south as Israel's bombardment continues. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hCZyMRc

Russia LGBT: Police raid Moscow gay clubs, media say

The reported raids come a day after the country's Supreme Court outlawed the "LGBT movement". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JUeO9WC

COP28: Big promises on oil but environmentalists wary

Countries and companies pledge more renewables and emissions cuts but critics say the measures fall short. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3A2KtQG

French anti-bullying bikers accused of threatening headteacher

Members of a French motorcycle group against bullying are charged with threats to headteacher. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ag1PR6q

Pope Francis calls for end to fossil fuels at COP28 in Dubai

In a message to the summit in Dubai, the Pope urges the world to move away from coal, oil and gas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ksDpAEB

UN says end of ceasefire 'nightmare' for people in Gaza

The resumption of fighting between Israel and Hamas is "catastrophic", Unicef says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CnL7hek

Israel Gaza: How missiles and destruction quickly returned after ceasefire

A seven-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has ended, bringing with it explosions and bloodshed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LQYjMVK

Watch: Musk attempts Cybertruck window stunt again

The pickup truck - Tesla’s latest offering - had its windows smashed during a demonstration in 2019. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sycWNKt

Israel-Hamas truce in Gaza extended as more hostages freed

The temporary ceasefire will last another day after it was extended just before it was due to expire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WtQrSgk

Hamas hostages: Thai workers return to overjoyed families in Bangkok

After nearly 50 days in Hamas captivity, 17 workers have returned home to Thailand. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kOidMPr

Family return to wreckage of their Gaza home

Wael Qudeih has already had to rebuild his family home twice after previous conflicts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WVvy6ro

Kaunda suits, loved by Kenya's President William Ruto, banned in parliament

The so-called Kaunda suit is not part of a proper dress code, the Speaker of Parliament says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Mj5ktKa

Gazans queue for days for a limited supply of cooking gas, BBC told

Gazans are queuing for fuel, but there is no guarantee they will be able to get any. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sgAFcG4

Rare Sumatran rhino born in Indonesia

There are only around 40 of the animals left in the world, conservationists say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/f2Pv9g3

Moment transatlantic flight using 100% green fuels takes off from Heathrow

It is the first transatlantic flight powered solely by alternative fuels. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nfJVDmG

Released 12-year-old Israeli hostage hugs mum

Eitan Yahalomi and his father were taken to Gaza by Hamas on the back of motorcycles, his mother said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/M2GDzsm

Forklift chase: Ann Arbor Police chase 12-year-old boy

Police say preliminary investigations show the vehicle was unlocked with the key inside when it was taken. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YdrOSm6

US Navy seizes attackers who held Israel-linked tanker

Houthi rebels fired missiles towards the warship which chased the armed men trying to escape by boat. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Yb1s7xM

Israel-Lebanon border: The Irish troops watching Israel’s hidden conflict

As one of the region's most dangerous borders hots up, peacekeepers have an ever more perilous job. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7cNST9s

For some Israeli hostage families, the painful wait goes on

There was a mix of hope and fear this weekend for the families of hostages expected to remain in Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PptDFYn

Elgin Marbles in UK 'like cutting Mona Lisa in half'

The Greek prime minister calls for the reunification of the artefacts, also known as the Parthenon Sculptures. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gW7Ra9t

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Families face agonising wait after rescue delay

"I pray to God... please don't take this son away from me," says Chaudhary, whose son is trapped. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/o3vtrw8

Sierra Leone under curfew as prisoners on the loose

Gunmen attacked a military barracks then broke into a prison in Freetown, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wHRz7au

'I thought climate change was a hoax. Now I've changed my mind'

Sarah Ott spent years as a climate change sceptic - now she's an advocate for clean energy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bTWFnm8

Israel's Palestinian prisoner release a 'window of hope' in West Bank

The return of 39 women and teenagers is being seen by some as a symbolic victory over Israel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KVnug5q

Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by biggest drone since war began

Thousands of homes are without power after Russia bombarded the capital over six hours. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kaumG53

Mount Etna: Volcano sprays lava into Sicily's night sky

Europe's most active volcano spurts lava near Italy's city of Catania. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KWApjxZ

Clemence Mtenga: Tanzanian student killed in Israel was a 'leader' to classmates

Clemence Mtenga should have graduated from university this week - instead his body is being flown home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XbpiUKy

North Korea: Kim Jong Un celebrates 'space power' after spy satellite launch

North Korea calls its satellite launch a success - but South Korea says it is not known if it is working. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n9ljYUB

Korean true crime fan murdered stranger 'out of curiosity'

The 23-year-old woman in South Korea was obsessed with crime shows and hunted for victims on a tutoring app. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EFrwcSq

Moment flash mob ransacks Nike store in Los Angeles

The thieves stole $12,000 (around £9,500) worth of merchandise. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/O5geL7Y

Rat plague spreads to Australia's fishing towns

With more wet weather expected for Queensland, some people believe the worst is yet to come. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/W4GCH6j

What we know about Israel-Hamas Gaza deal on hostages

The agreement should see Hamas release 50 hostages during a four-day pause in fighting in Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xCUIjSp

French pilot sentenced for decapitating skydiver with wing of plane

Nicolas Galy, 40, died after being struck by the aircraft he had jumped out of seconds before. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eSBaGpm

North Korea spy satellite: South partially suspends military deal after launch

South Korea will resume surveillance flights along its border with the North. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RSLHiXf

Liberia election: Vehicle rams crowd celebrating President-elect Boakai's victory

At least three have died after a car hit people cheering Joseph Boakai's presidential election win. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Pm5WRYD

Israel recalls its ambassador from South Africa

It comes a day after South Africa called for an ICC arrest warrant against Israel's prime minister. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y5mHwqM

More than 600,000 displaced by floods in Somalia

The number of displaced people by the rains in Somalia has gone up by 100,000 in just one week, bringing the number to close to 650,000 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/O4mtq6Z

'I had to cut up old clothes to use as period pads'

Inside a project tackling period poverty, with an army of thousands of volunteers across the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xIg6VHG

Albania: Opposition politicians set off coloured smoke bombs in parliament

The smoke flares and fire were part of an attempt to try and stop the chamber voting on the 2024 budget. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vErYks4

Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse expecting first child

Singer Suki Waterhouse announces she is having a baby with the Batman actor after revealing her baby bump. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/A46hIFK

Burna Boy and Rema win inaugural Billboard Afrobeats awards

The Nigerian artists are the first winners in the new category at the Billboard Music Awards in the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Aqd8oJH

Shakira: Singer reaches deal over Spanish tax fraud case

Shakira, who has repeatedly denied wrongdoing, settled "with the best interest of my kids at heart". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BychvQz

Napoleon's Ridley Scott on critics and cinema 'bum ache'

The director says his response to criticism from historians about his film would "have a bleep in it". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NXwkxZ1

Corruption, bribery, treachery: The history of US House expulsions

George Santos could soon join a very small club when the House votes, again, on expelling him. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tv3J5UK

Rahul Dravid: The man behind India’s dream run in 2023 World Cup cricket

From a legendary batter to the head coach of the Indian cricket team, Rahul Dravid has done it all. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/64HWyw8

Sudan conflict: ‘Our lives have become a piece of hell’

Those living through the war, now in its seventh month, tell the BBC conditions are worse than ever. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5PGQ6A1

China navy used sonar pulses against divers, Australia says

Canberra says naval divers suffered injuries following a high-seas encounter with a Chinese warship. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wqmnEWN

Israel finds second hostage body near Al-Shifa hospital

The hostage's body was found as troops continue their search in and around Gaza's biggest hospital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OsPGUKR

Harry Styles haircut reveal lights up fan debate

The former One Direction star confirms his famous mop top is History - and fans have strong thoughts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bDLHw2E

Travis Scott breaks silence on Astroworld tragedy

The star says he is still "devasted" by the loss of life at his show and "thinks about it every day". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/subi0ON

BBC goes inside Al-Shifa Hospital with the Israeli army

The BBC enters hospital with Israeli forces and views small cache of weapons and other items they say were found there. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Uf3AukO

Guinness World Record: Nigerian sets record for longest wig

Helen Williams had to lay the wig out on a highway in Nigeria so it could be measured. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oRptIMD

Jammu: At least 36 die after bus falls into India gorge

More than 50 passengers were on board when a bus skidded off a road in the Himalayas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mCxqjO3

SA rugby office burglars touch but leave World Cup trophy

Burglars break into South Africa's Rugby Union HQ but decide not to steal the World Cup trophy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PMhUB3q

Dominica to create world's first sperm whale reserve

The Caribbean island will protect an area of ocean from commercial fishing to safeguard sperm whales. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Vg76uca

King Charles cuts 75th birthday cake: 'We'll have to give you doggy bags!'

The King celebrated his 75th birthday with a party at Highgrove House in Gloucestershire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Y5izPXg

Australian club cricketer takes six wickets in final over to win match

Australian club cricketer Gareth Morgan takes six wickets in the final six balls of a match to seal a dramatic victory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/X8rdOh7

Toddler among US hostages in Gaza - White House

The three-year-old hostage was raised in a Sunday call between President Biden and Qatar's Sheikh Tamim. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vsneUfq

Iceland quakes weaker but volcano warning persists

Seismic activity has been less intense but a volcanic eruption still seems imminent, scientists say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ek7A9FQ

Mein Kampf found in Hamas base - Israeli president

Isaac Herzog told the BBC that Hitler's book was found at a site used by Hamas in northern Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eFG5aQ3

Ugandan army officers sacked for cowardice in attack on Somalia's Bulo Marer Atmis base

More than 50 soldiers were killed in the attack by al-Shabab fighters in May. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BPWME58

Imo state won by Nigeria's APC, election results expected in Bayelsa and Kogi

Saturday's elections in three states were marred by reports of low turnout, violence and rigging. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ugsBrTf

In Gaza, fleeing refugees face hunger and disease: 'We are in the Dark Ages’

Hundreds of thousands who fled bombs are now washing in polluted seawater and sleeping in packed tents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0HAQXgU

Donald Trump: Legal experts see uphill battle in fraud case

Two weeks of testimony from Donald Trump and his family has hurt his case, say lawyers watching. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pTJWQEV

Luis Díaz's father speaks for first time since kidnap

The Liverpool FC footballer's father spoke of his plight after being held by Colombian guerrillas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HbgGJOc

Pope Francis fires Texan bishop after criticism of reforms

Joseph Strickland is "relieved" from governance following a Vatican investigation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tECOB1f

Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by first air attack in 52 days, say authorities

Elsewhere, near the Black Sea port of Odesa, there were reports of at least two missile attacks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ea7jRFT

Germany hiking group reported to police as illegal migrants

Someone told police the group hiking through Saxony in eastern Germany were "foreigners". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NrftKoP

Poland's Tusk-led pro-EU opposition signs deal and waits to govern

Days after the PiS governing party is invited to try and form a coalition, the opposition says it is ready. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZrTyf7i

Frank Borman: Nasa astronaut who led Apollo 8 moon mission dies

Tributes are being paid to Frank Borman who was part of the first mission to leave the Earth's orbit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rLH9M5T

US and China reach 'some agreements' on climate - John Kerry

The two nations finding common ground is a crucial part of any consensus at COP28. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ecXv3Bl

Apple should pay €13bn Irish tax, argues EU lawyer

The opinion is the latest twist in a long-running saga between the EU, Apple and the Irish government. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5K07kLH

Kenya ID cards: New charge sparks outcry

The cards used to be free - the new charge come amid a cost-of living crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vCS91rB

Top Gun: Maverick spoiler threat prompts officer to pull gun on colleague

An Australian officer is sentenced after threatening to shoot a colleague over a plot spoiler. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/a8lV9Ok

Spanish fury at Pedro Sánchez' controversial amnesty plan for power

Right-wing protests against acting prime minister Pedro Sánchez are growing increasingly violent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/04PECtI

G7 Summit: Block insists support for Ukraine 'will never waver'

G7 bloc insists that the Israel-Gaza war will not weaken its resolve to back Kyiv. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xBJlpAZ

Fire tornado sweeps through Australian outback

There was 'absolutely nothing we could do but sit back and watch', the company who shared the video said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OZ4qyWi

Hollywood strike: Actors union Sag says issues still outstanding

Now in its 117th day, US actors' union says there is still no agreement on several issues including AI. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1cKfWoy

California boat captain guilty over fire that killed 34

Jerry Boylan failed to train his crew before a fire ripped through the boat in California, a jury found. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ONn4LjK

Ukraine war: Grenade birthday gift kills army chief Zaluzhny's aide

Maj Hennadiy Chastyakov was opening presents at home near Kyiv with his son a the time of the blast. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qKYQgbU

Uganda's Yoweri Museveni hits back over expulsion from US-Africa trade pact Agoa

Joe Biden expelled Uganda from the Agoa trade deal last week after it passed a new anti-homosexuality law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/A9NovBh

Nepal earthquake: Survivors cremate the dead, face uncertain future

Homeless and sleeping in the cold outdoors, Nepal's earthquake survivors appeal for assistance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/svL7ZFh

Rescued bear arrives in UK via Eurotunnel

The Swedish zoo it has come from is closing and staff were told to "euthanise" those animals left. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/azhmYHr

BBC on scene of damage after blast at Gaza refugee camp

Hamas officials say more than 30 people were killed after an Israeli strike, the IDF says it is investigating. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lRDA6H

Bowen: Five new realities after four weeks of Israel-Gaza war

There are few known quantities in the conflict but some things have become clear, says Jeremy Bowen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LGvQpmA

Rock in a hard place: France-Spain border residents angry over road blocks

Members of a French coastal town are campaigning to reopen a road connecting it with Spain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3g057eV

What a Donald Trump second term would look like

If he returns to the White House by winning the 2024 election, here is what he has said he wants to do. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hglVKsf

Minister's awkward EU summit kiss causes controversy

Croatia's foreign minister sparked controversy by greeting his German counterpart with a kiss. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zKYQGV

Car crash leads to fireworks show on Canadian motorway

An accident involving a lorry and a pickup truck led to an impromptu, hour-long pyrotechnics show. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Eo0jHwz

Pisa floods as Storm Ciarán strikes Tuscany

At least three people were killed as the storm struck Italy, after battering several other countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/i7gdpVr

Swiss village of Aarwangen in ding-dong over challenge to cowbells

New residents in a Bernese Alpine village object to the traditional sound of rural Switzerland. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UCieba

Boko Haram kills 37 in Nigeria's Yobe state - police

Mourners attending the burial of villagers shot dead by jihadists are killed in their vehicle, police say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Y0MAa7o

Li Keqiang: Chinese leader's hometown mourns his death

Thousands gather in Li's hometown to honour the former Chinese premier who died last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BhgPC2f

Migrant caravan heading through Mexico to US grows in numbers

The size of the group of migrants which set off from Mexico's southern border on Monday is increasing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/L5aXwCA

Uganda court fines US couple $28,000 for child cruelty

The couple had faced life in prison on charges of torture but agreed to a plea bargain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WcKOiIQ

Luis Díaz: Colombians march for release of footballer's father

The father of Liverpool footballer Luis Díaz was kidnapped by armed men in his hometown in Colombia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Xf3r6v7

Florida: Pilot rescued after plane crashes into Everglades

Video shows the man sitting on the plane's wing waiting for help, before helicopter arrives to airlift him to hospital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8KoSVrE

Halloween 2023: Heidi Klum wows at her annual party as a peacock

Celebrities donned their best spooky outfits at Klum's 22nd annual party in New York. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rcqQOhf

Sth Africa rugby champions get heroes' welcome

The record-breaking team were met at the airport in Johannesburg by a huge, rapturous crowd. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fE2uePX

What China wants from Israel-Hamas war

Its top diplomat has been in Washington for talks but there are limits to what it can achieve. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YoOZ8BF

Kerala attacks: India police investigate deadly blasts targeting Jehovah's Witnesses

A 12-year-old girl was among three people killed in a series of explosions in Kerala state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E9XcWeJ

Judge reinstates Trump gag order in election subversion case

It prevents him from criticising court staff, prosecutors and possible witnesses between now and his trial. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TSbdp2R

Matthew Perry cause of death inconclusive pending toxicology tests

There were no obvious signs of trauma, LA Police said about the death of the Friends star, aged 54. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DN74B5g

Kazakhstan mine fire leaves at least 42 dead

At least 42 people have died after a fire broke out at an ArcelorMittal-owned mine in Kazakhstan from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7Um4VPc

Streets filled with rubble: See the destruction of Gaza from the sky

Children and adults can be seen standing on mounds of rubble after strikes on Deir al Balah. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jTkI5dZ

BBC reports from Gaza after heaviest Israeli bombing yet

Rushdi Abualouf reports from Khan Younis after the most intense bombing of the war so far. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5NitrLR

Israel- Gaza war: Troops clear area 'slice by slice', but is this an invasion?

The Israeli army is focusing on northern Gaza in what is proving to be a very large military operation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E2RgXhl

Taylor Swift: Artist paints the star on giant Halloween pumpkin

It took Ohio-based Jeanette Paras 10 hours to create the artwork. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/o0i1EPw

South Korea court upholds ban on gay sex in the military

The ruling is a setback in the fight for LGBT rights in the country, human rights groups say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QWnyU9O

Ukraine war: Russians likely targeted Khmelnytsky nuclear plant - Zelensky

The International Atomic Energy Agency said the plant's operations were unaffected. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pnXQByt

Insufficient evidence of racial slur by SA's Mbonambi

South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi will start against New Zealand in Saturday's Rugby World Cup final after a ruling there was "insufficient evidence" he used a racial slur towards Tom Curry. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yc8DBj

Gold One mine 'hostage situation': South African miners tell of escape

Hundreds of workers at a mine in South Africa are caught up in a dispute between two rival unions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QmcoId5

Archaeologists reveal face of Peru's 'Ice Maiden' mummy

Experts have reconstructed the face of the 'Ice Maiden', an Inca girl sacrificed in the Andes from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QGz1R73

Andrea Giambruno: Meloni's ex-partner dropped as TV host over lewd remarks

The Italian PM separated with Andrea Giambruno after sexually explicit remarks were leaked. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NeK0hp6

Brazil drought reveals ancient rock carvings of human faces

The carvings of human faces on the shore of the Amazon are thought to be at least 1,000 years old. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/X1hTuUf

Seven dead after 'super fog' causes huge pile-up in New Orleans

A dense fog caused a pile-up of more than 150 vehicles near New Orleans, killing seven and wounding 25. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KdF5gXz

Freed hostage says she was held in 'spider's web' of Gaza tunnels

Speaking after being released by Hamas, Yocheved Lifschitz said she "went through hell" while in captivity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zAxovB4

Several missing after ships collide in North Sea - officials

The British Verity has reportedly sunk after it crashed into the Bahamian Polesie on Tuesday morning. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ULqboRG

South China Sea: Why the Philippines and China are on a collision course

A new sense of urgency is pushing Manila and Beijing to greater assertiveness in the South China Sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Jp98tiu

China toddler mauling prompts crackdown on dogs

The move has been widely criticised after reports that some dogs without owners are being euthanised. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n9wPDRy

Tsingtao: Video shows Chinese beer worker urinating into tank

Tsingtao has alerted Chinese police after a video shows a worker urinating into a tank. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5kfetS3

Olympiakos-Panathinaikos: Player struck by firecracker

Panathinaikos defender Juankar is taken to hospital after being struck by a firework in the club's abandoned match with Olympiakos. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GKjD0NF

Detroit synagogue president Samantha Woll found murdered

Samantha Woll's body was found in a city park not far from her home with stab wounds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OlfqwUe

Argentina votes in election rocked by radical candidate

An outspoken anti-establishment economist has put his two main rivals on the defensive in the campaign. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TaKAfpE

Léopold Sédar Senghor: Senegal delays auction in France

Dakar wants to buy rings, watches and military decorations belonging to the nation's first president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MLHv6Vp

Venezuela opposition holds primary to pick unity candidate

Opposition groups aim to pick one figure to take on the government's candidate in the 2024 election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EfhxL4g

Cairo Summit: Arab leaders reject forced displacement of Palestinians

Egypt hosts a peace summit in Cairo as the first aid convoy enters Gaza after two weeks of war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nVAMUDS

Ukraine war: Why Kyiv's Dnipro east bank gain could be significant

Ukrainian troops believe their advance across the Dnipro River could help them launch a larger offensive. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OvWzTZ2

Gaza neighbourhood flattened and hospital told to evacuate

Intensive Israeli air strikes continue as Hamas-run health ministry says death toll passes 4,300. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GahCqFN

The forgotten Israeli hostages kept by Hamas in Gaza for years

Israel's pain over some 200 people kidnapped by Hamas overshadows the years of waiting for two hostages and soldiers' remains. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9ht5aKb

Italy PM Giorgia Meloni splits from partner after off-air lewd TV remarks

Giorgia Meloni says the relationship is over after a TV show airs her partner's off-air comments. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DJ98nkh

Mozambique burns 45,000 hens as bird flu spreads from South Africa

The egg-laying hens had been imported from South Africa, which is facing one of its worst outbreaks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fQ7Xk9u

Hundreds arrested at Israel-Gaza protest near US Capitol

At least 300 people are detained during a demonstration against the Israel-Hamas conflict. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NbQ7BaW

Mother of hostage: 'What is it that Hamas wants?'

BBC Correspondent Nomia Iqbal spoke with Rachel Goldberg, whose son is among the missing Israelis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kw2doM9

Britney Spears: Everytime video revisited by fans following abortion news

The music video for Everytime is being interpreted in new ways by some after news Spears had an abortion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PceBLxk

India Supreme Court declines to legalise same-sex marriage

The Supreme Court's refusal to legalise same-sex marriage has dashed the hopes of India's LGBTQ+ people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Vmh4Q91

Somali Cable Television's director Nur killed in suicide blast

A prominent Somali journalists' union says it is "deeply shaken" by Abdifatah Moalim Nur's death. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hs0dOM6

What is the Rafah crossing and why is it Gaza's lifeline?

The border crossing with Egypt is the only point of exit for Palestinians looking to flee Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Acz5Cgy

DR Congo boat accident: At least 40 dead, 167 missing

The overloaded boat was sailing at night, in breach of safety regulations, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9kEt7yf

Hong Kong: 11kg suspected cocaine found in motorised wheelchair

A 51-year-old man could face life in prison after the discovery by Hong Kong airport officials. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pJHzKkL

Khan Younis: A Gaza city on its knees, now with a million mouths to feed

A desperate and destitute tide of humanity has washed into Khan Younis. And there is no help. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MjkyInx

Ecuador chooses president during wave of violence

Ecuadoreans are casting their votes in the presidential run-off overshadowed by a violent crime wave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OxIQUYv

Eritrean asylum seekers in Israel: 'Our second country is bleeding'

Eritrean asylum seekers in Israel relocate for a second time following Hamas's surprise attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ud3tE4a

Watch: Skies darken during annular solar eclipse

Stargazers witness a spectacular celestial event in parts of the US, Central and South America. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HKpZRdg

BBC in Khan Younis: The scene is tragic

The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf says the city is struggling to cope as refugees from northern Gaza flood in. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/H7RoPr8

The Voice: Australians vote No in historic referendum

The country has overwhelmingly voted No to a proposal aimed at elevating First Nations voices. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Jv6nMh8

New Zealand election: National party's Chris Luxon wins

New Zealand election won by centre-right opposition as Labour PM Chris Hipkins concedes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2fW73KJ

Missing peace activist Vivian Silver - son awaits news, good or bad

My mother would say the atrocities are the result of not striving for peace, he tells Jeremy Bowen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/28EomW9

Kibbutz massacre survivor describes attack by Hamas gunmen

Neta Portal describes the horror of a Hamas attack after being shot in the legs six times. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yDELj9m

Sri Lanka crisis: Colombo reaches debt deal with China

The agreement paves the way for the South Asian nation to secure more funding from the IMF. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ViKn8Gj

Gaza: Drone footage shows aftermath of Israeli airstrikes

More than 1,100 people have been killed by strikes on the Gaza Strip so far. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/j06iJaV

French politicians put under police protection as antisemitism increases

France's interior minister says more than 100 antisemitic acts have been recorded since Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7i4G1UQ

Gaza hospitals risk turning into morgues, Red Cross says

There is no mains power and fuel for generators could run out in hours, the aid group says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q2vXjz4

Ugandan MPs reject birth control for 15-year-old girls

The deputy speaker calls the idea "devilish", saying it is not the way to tackle teenage pregnancy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qtK05Wv

Paraguay jail: Rioting inmates hold guards hostage

Guards are being held against their will during a riot in the overcrowded jail in the capital, Asunción. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4txZqhb

Bola Tinubu diploma: No evidence Nigeria's president forged college record

Allegations that Bola Tinubu's diplomas were fake went viral after the release of his school documents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OVzudsT

Lyse Doucet moves to safety during live Israel report

The BBC's chief international correspondent was told to move while broadcasting in Ashkelon, southern Israel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/t3yJvMS

Gaming boss quits after furious pricing backlash

Unity powers hit games including Pokemon Go, and had wanted to charge developers extra fees. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gvTA5sL

Hamas hostages: 'The terrorists have her and her babies'

Yossi Sneider says his cousin and her two children were taken from their home in southern Israel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/B19sbM2

Israeli soldier and militants killed in confrontation on Lebanon frontier

An Israeli soldier was killed on Monday in a clash with Palestinian gunmen who crossed from Lebanon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2fp6JDx

Poland's top army generals quit ahead of key elections

The resignations come just days before general elections, and amid the war in Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R3ms7YG

Guatemala paralysed as pro-democracy protests run into second week

Protesters are demanding the removal of the attorney-general, whom they accuse of undermining democracy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YRle7Qy

Liberia elections: Voters head to polls as George Weah faces Joseph Boakai

President George Weah is facing a strong challenge from the opposition in his bid for a second term. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jWqLpVH

Inside Israel and Gaza as rockets and gun fights hit region

Since Hamas attacked Israel on Saturday, more than 1,700 people have been killed in shootings and air strikes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SDU6oHR

Frasier: Kelsey Grammer and Nicholas Lyndhurst reboot gets mixed response

Kelsey Grammer and Nicholas Lyndhurst star in a reboot of the sitcom, which ended 19 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zZoHe9r

Gaza: 'I wish I could be a normal child living with no war'

Children in Gaza have been expressing their longing for an end to the air strikes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oc1IQYR

Hamas hostages: 'My wife and children have been taken to Gaza'

Relatives desperately try to find information on loved ones thought to be taken hostage by Hamas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/svtZ2ep

Gaza 'soon without fuel, medicine and food'

Israel has announced a "complete siege" on the Strip in response to Saturday's attacks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hNK71zM

Nobel economics prize awarded to Claudia Goldin for work on women's pay

American Claudia Goldin is only the third woman to receive the prestigious economics prize. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uCXwW8e

'Nobody could help us' - Shock and anger in Israel's Ashkelon

Many people are shocked at how their powerful security forces were overwhelmed by Hamas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0ELXOPY

Afghanistan earthquake: More than 1,000 dead as villagers dig for survivors

Villagers are searching through what is left of their homes with shovels and bare hands. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Xn4L1KC

The story from inside the Supernova festival site

More than 260 bodies have reportedly been recovered from the festival in the desert in southern Israel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4CBP5gV

Destroyed cars line road near Israel festival in chilling video

The remains of cars can be seen after militants attacked people attending an outdoor party. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4poQ6Zb

How an Israel music festival turned into a nightmare after Hamas attack

Festival-goers describe mass panic as they fled and hid in bushes as a trance music party came under attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/X1RA9eh

Afghanistan earthquake: Race to rescue victims in Herat Province

Hundreds are feared dead after the 6.3-magnitude quake hit remote villages in western Afghanistan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0eYplsO

Gazans run from Israeli missile strike

Footage shows people flee as an Israeli missile strikes a residential neighbourhood in north west Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7lxLfTN

Polish elections: When are they and why is Europe watching closely?

Poland's upcoming elections have been called the most important since the fall of communism in 1989. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/I1u4lpD

Israel faces 'long, difficult war' after Hamas attack from Gaza

Militants are still fighting in Israel, says the military, after an unprecedented Hamas attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bDwRci5

Watch: How Hamas' shock attack on Israel unfolded

Watch the footage of unprecedented scenes in Israel and Gaza, verified and explained by the BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3KyCk1Q

People hide in homes as Palestinian militants enter from Gaza

People in towns near the Gaza Strip are phoning news stations saying they are trapped in their homes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KLVwClc

Afghanistan earthquake: At least 15 killed and 78 injured in 6.3 quake

The 6.3 magnitude quake struck about 40km from the western city of Herat on Saturday morning. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0gpT2QJ

Huwara: Violence flares in flashpoint West Bank town

A Palestinian is killed, and an Israeli car with a baby is shot at by a suspected Palestinian gunman. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Gl1zqUV

Iran's activist Narges Mohammadi wins Nobel Peace Prize

The imprisoned campaigner is honoured for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pVEPu5N

South Africa's Kruger National Park study: Animals fear human voices more than lions

Scientists played recordings of both people talking and lions growling through speakers at water holes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NR9M6K4

Good decision or waste of money? US voters on Biden's border wall expansion

A mix of voters tell the BBC how they feel about the announcement that new barriers will be built. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DNFplZi

Nazi card proves Dutch Prince Bernhard joined Hitler's party

The Dutch government confirms the late Prince Bernhard had a Nazi party card in his belongings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iaG7E9L

Building collapse in Havana's old town kills three

The Cuban capital is known for its historic buildings but many are so dilapidated they pose a danger. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lFfKJZM

Warmest September on record as 'gobsmacking' data shocks scientists

This year is on track to be the warmest on record after September temperatures alarm scientists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7wL8xHj

Abkhazia: Russia to build naval base in Georgian separatist region, says local leader

The claim comes from the separatist region as Kyiv steps up attacks on Moscow's Black Sea fleet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RrQvqsd

France's highest mountain Mont Blanc is shrinking

Mont Blanc, known as "the roof of Europe", loses metres over two years from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HmnLr9i

Egypt's early presidential election campaign off to eventful start

President Sisi is facing a challenge from an outspoken critic of a kind Egypt has not seen in years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AV6cwLT

India flash floods: More than 100 missing in Sikkim state

Hundreds of search and rescue officers have been deployed across the state of Sikkim. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PL8Y31j

Paris bedbugs: BBC correspondent goes on the hunt as infestations soar

Paris correspondent Hugh Schofield searched for the insect in the French capital as infestations soar. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pPdK8uk

Taylor Swift/ Travis Kelce romance reaches White House

Pentagon spokesman says he can "neither confirm or deny" reports about the most-talked about NFL fling. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E31HPsD

Climate change: Pope Francis warns world 'may be nearing breaking point'

Pope Francis criticises attempts to deny or gloss over the issue in a new intervention. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IOlzwkq

'False positives': Colombian army apologises for killing civilians

More than 6,400 civilians were killed and falsely passed off as enemy combatants between 2002 and 2008. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DKzhOrJ

Kevin McCarthy has gone. Why was he removed and who might replace him?

Removing a House Speaker like this is uncharted territory. Here's what we know about where things go. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jP2B91A

Naira Marley: Afrobeats star taken into police custody over MohBad's death

Police take Naira Marley into custody for questioning as they investigate MohBad's death. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nPUmAcl

Jamaica: Children in hospital after eating cannabis sweets

Jamaica's education minister says some of the 60 students suffered hallucinations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wFpGJfi

DR Congo colonel sentenced to death over anti-UN protest killings

More than 50 people were killed after troops opened fire on anti-UN protesters in August. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OxP5UNt

Mexico crime: Suspect held over young men's kidnapping

Prosecutors hope the arrest will shed light on the disappearance of five friends from Lagos de Moreno. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7fYwyp8

Physics Nobel Prize rewards science on a 'tiny timescale'

This year's Nobel Prize in Physics rewards research into electrons in "flashes of light". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3O7wbh4

Abercrombie & Fitch launches investigation into ex-CEO sexual misconduct claims

It comes after a BBC investigation reported allegations that Mike Jeffries exploited men for sex at events he hosted. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JHhLEeQ

Gunshots reported in Bangkok luxury mall

Videos on social media show crowds of shoppers evacuating the Siam Paragon mall in central Bangkok. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kScXnB0

Hunter Biden due in Delaware court to face federal gun charges

The president's son faces up to 25 years in prison if convicted of three federal criminal charges. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6bO2qso

Johnny Kitagawa: Hundreds seek compensation over J-pop agency founder's abuse

More than 300 people seek compensation for being sexually abused by the late Johnny Kitagawa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fH07EiD

Ukraine war: Russia warned EU not weary over war support

Members are meeting in Kyiv in an attempt to show solidarity, after the US failed to approve more aid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ngxYo8O

Tom Hanks warns dental plan ad image is AI fake

The actor says he is the latest celebrity to fall victim to a deepfake scam, and has "nothing to do with it". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VwrDTlj

Donald Trump expected to attend civil fraud trial opening

The US ex-president is accused of inflating the value of his property empire by more than $2bn. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qusmhGk

Da'vian Kimbrough: 13-year-old sets record with debut for Sacramento Republic

Sacramento Republic forward Da'vian Kimbrough becomes the youngster person to play professional football in the USA. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hsN61vQ

Gerard Depardieu denies rape allegations in open letter

The French star breaks his silence on assault allegations, accusing "media court" of "lynching" him. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0GJE2Kx

Las Vegas Sphere: Look inside the new venue for the first time

Rock band U2 headline the new ball-shaped venue as it finally opens its doors to the public. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4UYPzVR

Ten Cuban migrants hiding in truck die in Mexico accident

At least 17 others are injured after the vehicle flipped over on a motorway in Chiapas state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Vgvx1YW

Senegal's navy intercepts boats carrying 600 would-be migrants

They were attempting the treacherous crossing to Spain's Canary Islands - a gateway to Europe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/84OHdCF

CCTV shows moment of Turkey blast

An explosion outside Turkey's interior ministry in Ankara, was a "terrorist attack", a minister said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Oy4oMSd

Top Indian diplomat blocked from Glasgow gurdwara visit

Sikh activists confronted the diplomat amid a row over the death of a separatist leader in Canada. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mZrTwID

Yury Garavsky: Swiss trial acquits man who admitted abducting Belarus politicians

A Belarusian is released despite giving a detailed account of disappearing opposition members. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/x7L6kqi

Slovakia elections: Liberals win against pro-Moscow party - exit polls

There were fears that victory for populist Robert Fico would end military support for Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xTDj5NJ

It's bears versus robot wolves in ageing Japan

As bear attacks rise in Japan's sparsely populated villages, robot wolves have become a solution. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UAxiHI4

Last supermoon of the year captured on camera

A space enthusiast in Kathmandu, Nepal films the spectacle with his mobile phone through a telescope. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KOGJ2bN

US one step closer to avoiding government shutdown

The House of Representatives approves a temporary funding solution - which excludes aid for Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QU7ENWT

Tupac Shakur: Sister calls new murder charge 'pivotal moment'

The rapper's family welcome news that a former gang leader has been charged with his murder. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2fRZOam

Driver ploughs through wall into police squad room in New Jersey

John Hargreaves has been charged following the incident in the US state of New Jersey. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tFkUxN

Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenia says 100,000 refugees flee region

Almost the entire ethnic Armenian population has fled the region since Azerbaijan seized it last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1vTJehd

Sweden gangs: Army to help police after surge in killings

The military will provide help with analysis, logistics and explosives handling, the PM says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ky2xSMv

Senator Dianne Feinstein dies aged 90

The California senator served for more than three decades and was a trailblazer for women in US politics. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5McYFiR

Niger attack: Soldiers killed by hundreds of jihadists in Kandadji

Jihadist attacks have intensified across Niger since the military seized power in July. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VEc3Wxu

South China Sea: Philippines' Marcos defends removing Chinese barrier

President says Manila's defence of its territory does not mean it is 'looking for trouble' from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/D9AmF2d

Trump loses bid to delay New York civil fraud trial

Mr Trump and three of his adult children are among witnesses who are expected to be called in the case. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pHuv2D

Family in Ireland gymnast racism row say apology 'useless'

The mother of a black girl not given a medal at a gymnastics event said officials showed "no empathy". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oRfKind

Haiti crisis: Can Kenyan police officers defeat the gangs?

The East African nation has pledged 1,000 officers but many question their suitability. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zSlDGY

Cher accused of hiring men to kidnap her son

The claims are contained in newly surfaced court documents filed by the estranged wife of Cher's son. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sUoNXGZ

Harry Potter actor Sir Michael Gambon dies aged 82

The actor, a four-time Bafta award winner, was best known for playing Dumbledore in the hit film series. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zClZcnb

Trapped in lorry: Terrifying moments as women struggle to breathe

Six women have been rescued from the back of a lorry in France, after the BBC helped track them down and alert the police. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LlZT2Fb

Travis King arrives back on US soil from North Korea

The American soldier had illegally crossed into North Korea in July and had been held there since. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OCspotw

Scientists get closer to solving mystery of antimatter

The elusive substance holds the key to discovering how the Universe was formed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6oXZFOS

Travis King in US custody after North Korea expulsion

It comes after North Korea's state-run news agency said the country had decided to "deport" the 23-year-old. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KuFNYeV

Nagorno-Karabakh: Azerbaijan arrests former Karabakh leader

Ruben Vardanyan is detained while attempting to enter Armenia after Baku's offensive last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JbeZjmg

Iraq wedding fire: What do we know?

More than 100 people have been killed by a blaze that swept through a wedding party in Qaraqosh. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/apuqld5

Monterrey gangs: Bodies dumped in Mexico's business capital

The remains of a dozen people are found strewn across the northern Mexican city of Monterrey. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tGhBWOb

Landmark Saudi and Israeli trips as normalisation talks progress

Hours after a Saudi envoy visits the West Bank, an Israeli minister attends a UN event in Riyadh. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fCvj2WT

French troops will soon leave Niger - what happens then?

Decisions made by Niger's ruling juntas will be crucial as to how Islamist extremism spreads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZU4J9xy

Russia shows video to prove top commander is alive

Ukraine is "clarifying" its recent reports that Russia's Admiral Sokolov died in a missile attack on Friday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/a0noqp7

Teenagers in stolen vehicle lead police in Florida car chase

Video posted on social media shows the two suspects leading the police in a high-speed chase on a highway. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LBxeowT

Manhunt for gang boss who controlled luxury jail in Venezuela

Héctor Guerrero Flores escaped shortly before the jail which he controlled was raided by police. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RXyEJkG

Zoleka Mandela: Nelson Mandela's granddaughter dies in South Africa at 43

She was well known for detailing her cancer treatment and being open about her past drug addiction. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0ojpMcE

South China Sea: Philippines removes Chinese barrier in contested area

The Philippines says it has removed a floating barrier installed by Beijing in the South China Sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eWX3yQh

Zambia ex-President Edgar Lungu banned from 'political' jogging

Police tell Edgar Lungu to stop his runs alongside supporters as they amount to "political activism". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2w1TNlg

French family planning agency turns to British TV show Sex Education

Le Planning Familial says it is working with Netflix to promote its free sex education phone line. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Wi2mNqR

Sophia Loren: Italian star has emergency surgery after fall

The 89-year-old Italian actress fell at her Swiss home and sustained "serious fractures". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8bjtE9e

Nagorno-Karabakh: BBC reports from Armenia border amid panic

The BBC's Nataliya Zotova reports from the border between Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/joLYO18

Niger coup: Macron says France to withdraw troops and ambassador

French president says ambassador will leave and all military cooperation will end in "the months to come". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/P3lW1sr

Woman's body found in jaws of 13ft Florida alligator identified

A witness raised the alarm after seeing the large animal clutching human remains in a canal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AXT8d5w

Asteroid Bennu: Why the return of samples are so important... in 83 seconds

It is hoped the material from Bennu could tell Nasa how life on Earth began. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6QjPbuw

Asteroid Bennu: Watch moment sample lands on Earth

Nasa scientists celebrate as the sample successfully lands in the Utah desert. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/x7EBSMC

Olympic winner slams black Irish girl's medal snub

The Olympic champion says "there is no room for racism in sport" after footage from Ireland went viral. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XGUtFDu

Man gored to death by bull at Spanish festival

Friend also injured by same animal during the Pobla de Farnals festival in the Valencia region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LtuwMiy

South China Sea: Philippines says Beijing installed floating barrier in contested area

The Philippines says the barrier prevents fishermen from entering a shoal in the South China Sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TMyRqh6

Lampedusa: Inside the camp at the heart of Europe’s migrant surge

At least 10,000 migrants arrived on Italy's Lampedusa island last week, stretching local resources. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/krlGUoP

Florida police stop 10-year-old driver on highway

Boy and 11-year-old sister found 200 miles from where they were reported missing by mother. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UueT4MC

Video shows car rolling over and narrowly missing officer

A regular car chase became a near-death experience when a suspect’s car swerved off the road. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Idw1rkQ

Wagner deserter Andrey Medvedev held over bid to return to Russia

It is the latest colourful incident involving Andrey Medvedev, who has been in Norway since January. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/p1ZeERw

China sentences Uyghur scholar to life in jail

Rahile Dawut loses appeal against a charge of endangering state security, a rights group says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/271G9hZ

Pope Francis says migration is a reality in call for action during France visit

The pontiff says people risking their lives at sea "do not invade" during a visit to Marseille. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sSWVlHA

MohBad mourners teargassed at Nigeria's Lekki toll gate after Lagos concert

It happened after a memorial concert in Lagos for MohBad, who died last week aged 27. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7k2GCnH

Ukraine war: Missile hits HQ of Russia's symbolic Black Sea navy

One soldier is missing after a missile hits navy headquarters in Crimea's Sevastopol, Moscow says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VKcxS3i

Ethiopian Prince Alemayehu's lock of hair returned after 140 years in UK

Prince Alemayehu, who was taken to the UK aged seven, died at 18 after an unhappy upbringing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tfsEqS9

Two jailed for killing French bus driver over Covid mask rule

The French driver was beaten after asking two passengers to adjust their masks during the pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IL2aeNT

9/11 defendant unfit to stand trial, US judge rules

A military judge accepts Ramzi bin al-Shibh is too psychologically damaged to defend himself. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xcpiQGl

Queen Camilla and Brigitte Macron play table tennis

King Charles and Queen Camilla are in France for the second day of a three-day state visit from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/USWVtOD

Saudi Arabia getting closer to Israel normalisation deal, prince says

An agreement creating ties between the two historical foes would mark a huge regional shift. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/B9hGRQa

Rwandan serial killer who hid bodies in kitchen pleads guilty

Rwandan police found more than 10 bodies buried under the 34-year-old man's house near Kigali. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ok0oBgy

South Africa to clear Covid lockdown criminal records

More than 400,000 people were arrested for breaking some of the world's toughest lockdown restrictions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Xqwsc2T

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: Reaction to demo as Tokyo Game Show starts

It's one of the biggest game releases of next year - and verdicts are rolling in on the first demo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lIskLCm

Police taser school band director at US football game

The Birmingham Police Department has released bodycam footage of the incident. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KEnoM49

Donald Trump: Hackers claim ex-President dead on son's X account

A post claiming the ex-president had died is among a string of now-deleted messages posted on his son's account. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AwPuabd

MohBad: Nigerian fans demand justice after Afrobeat star's death

Demonstrators want to know how popular 27-year-old singer Mohbad died last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hBRFfgI

Quobna Cugoano: London church honours Ghanaian-born freed slave and abolitionist

Quobna Cugoano was captured by slavers aged 13 but later played a big part in the UK abolition movement. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/17BsEKn

Violent tornado sends debris flying across eastern Chinese city

A tornado ripped through the city of Suqian in eastern China, sending debris flying through the air. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Te02nyS

India warns citizens in Canada to be cautious

The advisory comes a day after tensions between the countries escalated over the killing of a Sikh separatist. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nDI1ECP

Mexican railway operator suspends routes amid migrant deaths

Migrants heading to the US often hitch rides on freight trains, with many injured or killed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8DcXo9E

Indonesia: TikToker jailed two years over pork video

Lina Lutfiawati, who identifies as Muslim, said an Islamic phrase before eating crispy pork skin. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5Io2YfQ

Libya flood: Video appears to show Libya mayor's house set on fire

The mayor's home was burnt to the ground as protesters demanded answers for last week's catastrophic flood. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Cb3otsx

Beijing demands Hong Kong consulates hand over local staff data

Details including identity card numbers must be submitted to authorities in a month, authorities say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/k1O9iYc

Ovidio Guzmán: Drug lord El Chapo's son pleads not guilty

A US court has accused Ovidio Guzmán of drug-trafficking and money-laundering, which he denies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/H04pfOS

Alien autopsy: Those viral 'non-human corpses' get lab tests

There's been widespread scepticism about the 'bodies' presented to Mexican authorities by a UFO enthusiast. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7R8syXm

Danish artist told to repay museum €67,000 after turning in blank canvasses

Jens Haaning was given about €67,000 by a Danish museum to create art, but sent it blank canvasses. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZBu3MoV

Libya flood: 'There's a smell of decay and death in the air'

The BBC's Anna Foster is in Libya, a week on from devastating floods in the region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SYbwxcs

Libya flood: Drone images show extent of Derna destruction

Video footage from the city of Derna shows wide-scale destruction following Libya's deadliest storm in decades. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IgEYtsn

Moment police officer dragged away by escaping car

Dashcam footage shows a Massachusetts police officer clinging on to a car after it suddenly drives away. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eBctNZ7

Libya: BBC finds little foreign aid in flood-hit Derna

In the Libyan city of Derna, Anna Foster describes the flood devastation and lack of international aid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/23JuYoj

Libya flooding: CCTV shows cars swept away in Derna

Large parts of the city of Derna were destroyed after two dams burst, with thousands killed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MIkeZjO

Inside South Africa's Operation Dudula vigilantes: 'Why we hate foreigners'

BBC Africa Eye gains rare access to Operation Dudula, South Africa's prominent anti-migrant movement. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vE5GrPd

Libya floods: The bodies left unrecognisable by disaster

Doctors are struggling to identify the remains which have been found as the death toll rises. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ogYMEp2

Drew Barrymore apology: Star halts talk show until writers strike ends

She issued a tearful apology for continuing her talk show while her unionised writers were on strike. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/03Ny1pg

Morocco earthquake: The scars, the rubble and the spirit to rebuild

Morocco's earthquake destroyed lives but survivors are picking themselves up, James Copnall finds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8ZmIzMc

Hundreds of Eritrean opposition supporters arrested in Stuttgart

There have been a series of clashes between Eritrean regime supporters and opposition supporters abroad. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7Cn8Pm0

Lampedusa: Ursula von der Leyen and Giorgia Meloni visit island after migrant boat fears

More than 8,000 migrants have arrived on the Italian island over the past three days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NT3VM4b

Turin: Girl, 5, killed after Italian military jet crash

Video footage appears to show he pilot ejecting from the plane as it starts to fall from the sky. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7aKeAdP

Mahsa Amini: Protesters mark one year since death of Iranian student

Thousands of people around the world have taken to the streets to mark the anniversary of her death from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jlBqbiV

Libya floods: A barren wasteland with a lingering smell of death

With lives in Libya washed away, anger mounts as people ask why they were told to stay at home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IkPs4uH

Libya flood: 'There's a smell of decay and death in the air'

The BBC's Anna Foster is in Libya, a week on from devastating floods in the region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iqLYFwc

Lampedusa: Italy recovers body of newborn baby from migrant boat

The child's mother is likely to have given birth on the journey to Lampedusa, reports say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/u7ACeMO

Storm Lee heads towards New England and Canada

Around 80,000 customers are without power as the storm tracks north, bringing powerful winds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zXrnls8

Ukraine's Crimea attacks seen as key to counter-offensive against Russia

This week's attacks against Russian targets are part of increased efforts to cut supply lines. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UqkZGwR

Wagner group formally banned as terror organisation in the UK

The move comes just weeks after the death of the group's founder Yevgeny Prigozhin. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sH8Z3vW

Libya flooding: CCTV shows cars swept away in Derna

Large parts of the city of Derna were destroyed after two dams burst, with thousands killed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sBh74p2

Why is the UK banning American XL Bully dogs?

The UK's prime minister says he wants the breed outlawed by the end of the year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vRnPjE1

France: Trial opens over bus driver's death in face-mask fight

Two men in France are accused of beating a bus driver to death after refusing to wear masks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PfsheYr

Moment puma cub found and rescued by police

Brazilian authorities think the big cat was destined to be sold for more than $4,000. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eGTV78z

Danelo Cavalcante: Captured US jail fugitive planned to flee to Canada

Danelo Cavalcante also reportedly said officers came so close at times they almost stepped on him. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Utxs3N6

North Korea's Kim Jong Un to stay in Russia for several days

Meanwhile Vladimir Putin has "gratefully" accepted an invitation to visit North Korea, Kremlin says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KSxYjVM

'Worse than death itself': Survivors describe Libya floods

Residents of Derna tell the BBC how they got out alive as floodwaters smashed through the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0yQtLiI

Libya flooding: Drone footage captures submerged neighbourhoods

The flooding in Derna swept away houses, buildings and left entire neighbourhoods surrounded by water. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NqhkYsG

Libya flood: Satellite images reveal destruction in Derna

Pictures reveal washed-away streets and thousands of destroyed buildings in the city of Derna. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2fiO7Hz

Ros Atkins on... Libya’s political turmoil and the floods

The BBC's analysis editor looks at the link between the devastating floods and years of crisis in Libya. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/N6RDsBM

Body of Ecuador gangster Júnior Roldán stolen from cemetery

The body of Junior Roldán, who was shot dead in May in Colombia, has vanished from a cemetery vault. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OilmEcz

Danelo Cavalcante: Police dog 'subdued' crawling Pennsylvania fugitive

Danelo Cavalcante, 34, resisted arrest in a wooded area after an aircraft picked up his heat signal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nHMmxdP

Watch the arrest of US fugitive Danelo Cavalcante

Heavily armed officers cut fugitive's shirt off and handcuffed him - then lined up for a group shot. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/z6mgfLE

Morocco earthquake: Before and after pictures show devastation

Satellite images of mountain villages reveal large numbers of collapsed buildings following the quake. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Jtd4s7r

Libya flooding: Doctor pleads for help as body count increases

Dr Najib Tarhoni has been working at the nearest large hospital to Derna, and is assisting with the disaster. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UNFRZs1

Austrian ex-minister Karin Kneissl moves to Russia with her ponies

Karin Kneissl is known for her links to Russia, including dancing with Vladimir Putin at her wedding. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YeInSqF

Derna: Soundtrack of children's cries now engulfs Libyan city

A Libyan journalist tells the BBC that survivors in Derna have reported scenes of utter devastation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/f9jBOuG

Libya floods: Storm Daniel forces people onto streets

Much of Libya's eastern port of Derna is underwater after two dams and four bridges collapsed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/V2rxY0v

Colombia cocaine: Cultivation reaches record high

A UN report finds the area planted with coca bushes is the biggest ever registered. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uNDMiUE

Paul Simon 'beginning to accept' hearing loss

The US singer-songwriter says his new disability has changed the way he lives and works. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gNVO48W

Libyan floods: Derna city alone recovers 1,000 bodies - minister

Much of Derna is under water after two dams and four bridges collapsed in flooding after Storm Daniel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nUv703k

Mark Dickey: US man trapped in Turkey cave nears surface

Rescuers hope he will reach the surface sometime on Monday evening or on Tuesday local time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pQmkqtS

Danelo Cavalcante: Escaped US killer shaves beard as search widens

More sightings of Danelo Cavalcante, including one of him clean shaven, are made outside police perimeter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Dv9aUlZ

Sara Sharif death: Pakistan police take children from grandfather's house

The five children were taken by police in an afternoon raid, Sara Sharif's grandfather tells the BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ocBnPKq

Libya declares emergency as Storm Daniel kills 150

The storm causes severe flooding in eastern Libya after killing a dozen people in Europe last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7wXcyt4

Greek minister resigns after late ferry passenger death

The man died after allegedly being pushed off the vessel by crew members, sparking outrage in Greece. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZiVP7pe

Hansi Flick sacked by Germany as Euro 2024 hosts lose patience

Hansi Flick is dismissed as manager of Euro 2024 hosts Germany following a poor run of results. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nD6xJAl

Morocco earthquake: Race against time to save survivors buried in rubble

Villagers dig by hand to find those still trapped, with few signs of an official response in some areas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/s6kbz18

Morocco: Inside village with 90 people dead after quake

The BBC's Nick Beake is on the ground in Tafeghaghte after a powerful earthquake hit Morocco's High Atlas Mountains. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q2Ct3Zh

Sudan conflict: Dozens killed in attack on Khartoum market, medics say

The attack in Khartoum killed at least 35 as fighting between factions continues, a charity says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/j6z10mn

Morocco earthquake: CCTV footage shows man narrowly avoiding building collapse

CCTV shows the moment rubble begins to fall from a building onto the street where a man is standing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JVGqdHw

Russia hails unexpected G20 'milestone' as Ukraine fumes

The world's leading economies issue a joint statement shorn of direct criticism of Moscow's war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/clm32OR

Ukraine war: Kyiv foils big Russian drone attack, officials say

Ukraine's capital is showered in debris from intercepted Russian drones, city officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SLMtVRl

Ruby Franke and 8 passengers: The rise and fall of a parenting influencer

A woman who shot to fame giving parenting advice has been charged with six counts of child abuse from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/t8x6zcK

Morocco earthquake death toll rises above 2,000

The death toll from a huge quake nearly doubles as Morocco's king orders three days of national mourning. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mG3litb

Johannesburg fire: Inside a 'hijacked' South African building

A resident describes her life inside one of South Africa's 'hijacked' buildings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/a4OWqhQ

Kim Jong Un marks North Korea's anniversary with parade

Russia congratulates Kim Jong Un amid rumours of a possible meeting between him and Vladimir Putin. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LmhjMUn

In Pictures: Morocco earthquake hits historic Marrakesh

Large areas of the old city in Marrakesh are devastated by Friday evening's powerful quake. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0O1S26M

Four videos show extent of damage in Marrakesh

An earthquake in central Morocco has killed hundreds of people with reports some remain trapped under rubble. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zqs2RTU

Sylvester Stallone shadow boxes with the Pope

The Rocky actor threw some air punches with the pontiff during a meeting at the Vatican. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rt5d6Hw

Georgia grand jury recommended charging three US senators

But prosecutors ultimately did not indict Lindsey Graham and other Trump allies on election charges. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NWFLht1

Elon Musk says he withheld Starlink over Crimea to avoid escalation

A senior Ukrainian official says this enabled Russian attacks and accuses him of "committing evil". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/v9B1kKO

Greek floods: PM Mitsotakis warns of very unequal battle with nature

Rescuers try to reach hundreds of people trapped by floods in Greece where seven people have died. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UFAuk2L

Johnny Kitagawa's sexual abuse: Japan's worst kept secret

For decades, sexual assault accusations marred his career - and for decades, the media failed to investigate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kwnjQBr

Russia's Ukraine Danube attacks threaten Kyiv's economic lifeline

Attacks on Danube River ports have intensified recently, destroying large amounts of grain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ezh3LgI

Ukraine war: Russia holds local elections in occupied Ukraine

Many taking part in early polling have been asked to vote in the presence of armed Russian soldiers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Sv9ZkNh

Mark Dickey: Rescuers rush to save US man trapped in Turkey cave

Mark Dickey has been stuck in the Morca Cave since Saturday after suffering gastrointestinal bleeding. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xX9W5Eo

Otto Pérez Molina: Guatemalan ex-leader pleads guilty to corruption

Otto Pérez Molina, who resigned in 2015, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for fraud. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9ZacquH

Google: Political adverts must disclose use of AI

The announcement follows fears AI-generated images and audio are already infiltrating ads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NOqucl0

Bruce Springsteen postpones shows over stomach ulcer

The 73-year-old rock legend calls off eight concerts he was due to play on his US tour this month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cEqdmhU

Deezer and Universal to launch 'artist-centric' streaming model

The new streaming model will generate bigger royalties for artists that people choose to listen to. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E2vS8i9

Amazon rainforest: Deforestation rate continues to fall

For the second month in a row, there has been a huge reduction in the year-on-year deforestation rate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xhdsu1y

Dead Sea reveals four 1,900-year-old Roman swords in cave

The excellently preserved weapons are believed to have been hidden by Judean rebels 1,900 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uhF6T1K

Bulgaria and Turkey streets turn to rivers in deadly floods

Flooding caused by heavy rain leads to at least 10 deaths in Bulgaria, Turkey and Greece. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jB9LoMH

British Museum: Chinese TikTok hit amplifies calls for return of artefacts

The show about a jade teapot that busts out of the museum fuels calls for treasures to be returned. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AlpNfGZ

British Challenger 2 tank 'hit' in Ukraine

A video shared on social media appears to show a damaged British-made Challenger 2 tank. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hPcpEnL

Jill Biden: US first lady tests positive for Covid-19

She is experiencing mild symptoms, the White House says, while President Joe Biden tested negative. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rOzvwNu

How worrying is a Russia-Kim Jong Un alliance?

An arms deal between North Korea and Russia could suit both sides, and allow them to work more closely. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Vh4IXfr

Dogs perform Mozart with orchestra in Denmark

Three dogs participated in a performance of the Hunting Symphony, a piece by Mozart's father Leopold. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QMio0SH

Israelis held in Cyprus over alleged rape

Israel's foreign ministry says six citizens were arrested on suspicion of raping a British tourist. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IkNBqe8

India's Moon lander enters sleep mode as lunar night falls

It is hoped the Vikram lander and Pragyaan rover will reawaken when the next lunar day starts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ur5Dcxk

Gilberto Hernández: Panama national team footballer killed by gunmen

Gilberto Hernández's father urged young people to "stop the violence" after the death of his son. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6SC5oN2

Gabon coup leader Brice Nguema being sworn in as president

General Brice Nguema, who toppled long-time leader Ali Bongo, officially becomes Gabon's interim leader. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tiY4NK0

Minnesota jail in lockdown as 100 inmates refuse to return to cells

Prisoners are reportedly protesting conditions at the facility amid hot conditions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EoDlBMG

Torrential rain in Spain causes major flooding

Atletico Madrid and Seville's football match was called off as a red alert was issued in the capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bwEeaT7

Sudan conflict: Air strike on Khartoum kills at least 20

Hundreds have died and millions have been forced from their homes since fighting began in April. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Gd4ev2g

Hubert Aiwanger: Bavarian deputy leader keeps job after antisemitism claims

Firing Hubert Aiwanger would be a disproportionate move, says Bavaria's leader. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R0yGIr7

Italian Grand Prix: Max Verstappen in record-breaking 10th consecutive F1 win

Red Bull's Max Verstappen sets an all-time record for consecutive wins with victory in the Italian Grand Prix. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mM6cOIv

Burning Man: Torrential rain turns desert festival into mud bath

Thousands of people are stranded at Burning Man festival in the US state of Nevada after torrential rain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ahfCEWr

Israel: Netanyahu wants immediate deportation of Eritreans after Tel Aviv violence

PM Benjamin Netanyahu wants the immediate deportation of Eritreans who took part in Tel Aviv riots. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QB24oUS

Torrential rain turns Burning Man festival into mud bath

People at the event in the US state of Nevada have been told to conserve their food and water. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BXFAb0M

Burning Man festival-goers told to conserve food and water

Festival-goers are told to conserve their food as access in and out of the Nevada event is shut down. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dcAPtGz

Gabon coup will not end rule by Bongo clan - presidential source

A source close to the deposed president says those celebrating the coup should not expect much change. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RL4NJxS

Israel: Police clash with Eritrean asylum seekers

Dozens of people are reported injured in Tel Aviv as demonstrations turn violent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IJriBFa

Australia launches mission to rescue Antarctic researcher

An icebreaker is sent from Tasmania to evacuate a researcher with a "developing medical condition". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BNj0cK4

Jimmy Buffett: Margaritaville singer dies aged 76

The Grammy-nominated musician is also remembered as a successful author and entrepreneur. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/prxuXGi

Shock after popular bear shot dead in Italian town

A bear named Amarena is killed in central Italy and a man has claimed he opened fire out of fear. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AVeSGjH

Luis de la Fuente: Spain men's head coach asks for 'forgiveness' for applauding Luis Rubiales

The head coach of Spain's men's team asks for "forgiveness" after applauding the speech in which Luis Rubiales said he would not resign for kissing player Jenni Hermoso. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QuGPxKV

Danelo Cavalcante: Convicted murderer escapes from Pennsylvania prison

Danelo Cavalcante was sentenced to life last week for killing an ex-girlfriend in front of her children. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/L5l7U2t

Italy: Mother bear seen with cubs days before being shot

Villagers in San Sebastiano Dei Marsi were surprised to see a family of bears walking the streets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Oxb26v3

Paris says au revoir to rental e-scooters

The ban comes after a vote in the French capital - but is it democracy in action? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5sTRiMy

Ukraine war: Drone attack on Pskov airbase from inside Russia - Kyiv

Ukraine's military intelligence chief says two planes were damaged and two destroyed in Tuesday's attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5jfNK3q

Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia election fraud case

Donald Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia election fraud case, waiving the right to appear in court next week from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tQdvlY8

Israeli soldier killed, Palestinian teen attack suspect shot dead amid violent surge

A group of soldiers was hit during a spate of violent incidents in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gX4oEHn

Police pull over car with huge bull in passenger seat.

The car had half of it's roof cut off in order to fit the animal in. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ao16tGE

Nebraska college volleyball match sets women's sport attendance record

A crowd of 92,003 fans watch Nebraska beat Omaha at their Memorial Stadium to set a new record attendance for a women's sporting event. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/N2jidEZ

Watch as fierce winds tear through coastal towns

High winds and flooding are hitting parts of the state as a major hurricane tears through. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bg9I07h

Ukraine gains on southern front could open way to Crimea, says Kyiv

Ukraine claims to have liberated the village of Robotyne, which could lead to a push towards Crimea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cZbnNHl

Iran: Weightlifter Mostafa Rajai banned for photo with Israeli

Mostafa Rajai receives a lifetime ban after taking a photo with an Israeli competitor in Poland. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CasqJdh

Gabon coup: Ousted president Ali Bongo calls for support

Sitting in what he calls his residence, Ali Bongo called on his supporters to "make noise" after his ousting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XvFcBSz

Ana de Armas: Judge throws out legal action over Yesterday film trailer

Two fans complained after the actress was edited out of a film despite appearing in the trailer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jp6iw0E

Fukushima: Japan PM eats fish from region after waste water row

A row developed over the controversial decision to discharge treated radioactive wastewater into the sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xlLE7Cn

Coffee Meets Bagel: Dating app users rue missed connections amid outage

Those looking for love online express frustration as the popular app suffers days-long outage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NMR0dm5

Hundreds of thousands forced to scam in SE Asia: UN

The UN report is the first comprehensive study of the scale of the problem. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YDFhAxl

Live worm in woman's brain leaves surgeon shocked

The "string-like structure" was pulled from the patient's frontal lobe during surgery in Canberra last year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lfPnHsA

Eminem and Vivek Ramaswamy revive battle between pop stars and politicians

Politicians want to gain credibility by playing pop songs - but musicians don't want to lose theirs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/njb8Sz2

Paul Whelan: US ex-marine seen in Russian labour camp video

It is the first time that ex-US Marine Paul Whelan is seen on video since his conviction in Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MW6UKgX

Imran Khan: Pakistan court suspends former PM's corruption sentence

Pakistan's former PM has a sentence for corruption suspended but remains in jail on a separate charge. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vZ6Puaj

Peru: Priest of Pacopampa exhumed after 3,000 years

The tomb in northern Peru contained the remains of a man dubbed the Priest of Pacopampa, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UqNHrOL

Palestinian fears grow amid rising Israeli settler attacks

Recent months have seen some of the worst ever scenes of settler violence in the occupied West Bank. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bRMLEfK

Niger coup: France defies ultimatum for ambassador to leave Niamey

France's president praises the diplomat for staying put despite being told to go by Niger's junta. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RNSWl6q

Jacksonville shooting: DeSantis booed at vigil for victims of racist attack

Hundreds gathered on Sunday to remember the three victims of a racist shooting in the Florida city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ieP5hYZ

Children have right to clean environment - report

The UN says countries must act urgently to protect children from the harmful effects of climate change. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ny4FarX