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US rapper Fatman Scoop dies aged 53

The New Yorker, who has collaborated with artists like Mariah Carey, collapsed during a gig in Connecticut. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Xc48s1B

Russia searches for missing helicopter with 22 on board

The helicopter went down while carrying tourists in Russia's far-east, officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WUzHMCD

China and Philippines trade blame as ships collide

The crash is the latest incident in an escalating row over key zones in the South China Sea. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ib3LrJz

Doctor bailed over Matthew Perry drugs death

Dr Mark Chavez is among five people charged over the Friends star's death in Los Angeles last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vBar2GU

Nearly 40,000 people died home alone in Japan this year, report says

Of those 37,227 Japanese people who died alone in their homes in the first half of the year, some 3,939 went unnoticed for over a month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C8ql4cU

Fugitive Italian kidnapper arrested in Argentina

Police arrest a man wanted in Italy for decades for a kidnapping carried out by the Red Brigades. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5aNlnUp

Homes bulldozed in Timor-Leste ahead of Pope visit

Government says thousands are living illegally in area where the pontiff will celebrate mass. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hfM3IDV

Hiker rescued after workmates left him on mountain, says search crew

He survived stormy weather and multiple falls after reaching a Colorado mountain summit on his own. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bpLdBGu

UN calls for de-escalation as Israeli West Bank raids continue

Israel says it killed five militants hiding in a mosque, on the second day of a major operation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Yz0MOT5

Telegram repeatedly refuses to join child protection schemes

BBC learns platform does not comply with industry norms as its boss remains under arrest in Paris. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SOAbUzu

Hostage rescued by Israel tells of 'cruel captivity'

Kaid Farhan Elkadi was rescued in a "complex operation" in Gaza, the Israeli military said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sb0uxV2

SpaceX delays first private spacewalk mission

Elon Musk's company said it would be delayed "due to unfavourable weather forecasted" in the capsule's splashdown areas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pnwhkEy

Why South Africans are flocking to a Chinese hospital ship

Cape Town residents queue for free medical care due to the poor state of the country's health sector. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EdnbxX6

Canada hits China-made electric cars with 100% tariff

The move comes after similar announcements, including in the US and European Union. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cYHztC5

Zuckerberg regrets bowing to Biden 'pressure' over Covid

The billionaire says White House officials pressured Meta to remove content 'for months' in 2021. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eg7BTun

Who is Pavel Durov and what is Telegram?

Telegram is one of the world's most popular apps where groups of up to 200,000 users can exchange messages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jbyQYDM

Uber fined £246m for personal data transfer

The Dutch watchdog said the transfers were a "serious violation" of EU data protection regulation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FCjoBUA

Blake Lively's PR woes and how we talk about victims

Aggrieved viewers say the Hollywood star has promoted film like 'it's the sequel to Barbie'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HbCVKrG

Anthony Fauci recovering from West Nile virus

The former chief medical adviser is now recovering at home after suffering fever and chills. from BBC News https://ift.tt/khWEQB7

Reuters journalist missing after strike in Ukraine

The news agency says its team was staying in a hotel in Kramatorsk, which was struck by a missile. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pM14OGI

Italian burglar caught after sitting down with book

The would-be thief became distracted after picking up a book about Greek mythology on a bedside table. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F308EJZ

Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners after Kursk offensive

The swap is the first since Ukraine first began its incursion into Russia on 6 August. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K41eLCY

Fourteen dead after Indian bus falls into river in Nepal

The bus, registered in India, was carrying around 40 passengers when it veered off a highway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/glumvJb

Thailand confirms first Asian case of new Mpox strain

The European man flew into Thailand from an unnamed African country last week, officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AWXwurL

Night three at the DNC: Oprah, 'cat ladies' and coach Walz

The Democratic National Convention's third night in Chicago featured a folksy 'coach' Tim Walz, Oprah Winfrey and a host of other big names. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LPIADTU

World's second-largest diamond found in Botswana

A 2,492-carat stone has been unearthed, in the biggest find since the Cullinan diamond in 1905. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1jGdEIf

Dad hacks database to fake death and avoid child support pay

The man, from Kentucky, has been jailed for what a judge in the US called his "cynical" actions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0nJvB3z

Andrew Tate's Romania homes raided as inquiry widens

The internet personality's home was raided by Romanian police on Wednesday morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/038REsq

South Africa's last zoo elephant freed after 40 years

Charlie the elephant has been in captivity since 1984 when it was captured at two years from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZPlFC7N

Yacht tragedy leaves Sicilian port reeling as divers search wreck

Divers trained to work in small spaces are flown in but strong winds are making conditions harder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QU8Hjfx

Twelve killed in Israeli strike on Gaza school, civil defence says

Israel's military says it targeted a Hamas command and control centre inside the Gaza City school. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2lumABC

Mpox not new Covid and can be stopped, expert says

The world must act now to ensure vaccines reach the areas most in need, the WHO's Dr Hans Kluge says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z8mVoWv

Watch: Rescue operations resume in Sicily for second day

A helicopter and divers were deployed at the scene where a yacht sank, as rescue operations continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1QNeknO

Tanzania police commander transferred over sex work comment

The commander was widely criticised after linking the alleged victim of a gang rape to sex work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/spwz2Ic

Hamas claims Tel Aviv bomb explosion as suicide attack

Israeli security forces said Sunday's blast killed the suspected attacker and injured a passer-by. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lIKS5Eg

Imran Khan applies to be uni chancellor from jail

The former Prime Minister of Pakistan, who is in currently prison, plans to apply for the role. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GAY4xp1

Watch: Russian earthquake triggers volcanic eruption

Homes shook and ash covered the roads after an earthquake caused the Shiveluch volcano to erupt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ogM5l1p

Manhunt in Spain after boy killed playing football

The boy was attacked on a football pitch by a masked person with a sharp object, Spanish media report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JNdPoQF

Zaporizhzhia nuclear safety deteriorating, says UN

It follows a drone strike near the site's perimeter in Russian-occupied Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QI8Snma

Israeli strike in Lebanon kills 10, health ministry says

Lebanon said the building was housing refugees, while Israel said it targeted a Hezbollah weapons depot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KcCtfb9

Grammy-winning producer seeks to dismiss rape lawsuit

The-Dream was accused of rape and sexual battery in June by a former protégé, Chanaaz Mangroe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wW7uxFO

Ukraine hopes its incursion into Russia changes outcome of war

Ukrainians say the foray into Kursk brings tactical advantages - and opens the door to ending the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eM4yjB2

Supplies delivered to ISS as astronauts remain stranded

The crew aboard the International Space Station includes two Nasa astronauts stuck on a mission. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WsSdzBD

Sabotage fears prompt water scare near German base

Officials have warned of possible attacks as Germany supports Ukraine in its war against Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/INwpEgu

Backlash after MP asks if husbands have 'sexual rights'

Robin Padilla made the remarks during a senate probe into sexual harrassment in the media industry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7kOFXDi

Could Trump really deport one million immigrants?

The mass deportation of undocumented immigrants would face legal and practical challenges - and cost billions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1T730Sn

More than half of Puerto Rico without power as Hurricane Ernesto strengthens

Almost 1m buildings do not have access to electricity after Ernesto swept across the Caribbean island. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IfPMONJ

Columbia University president resigns after Gaza protests turmoil

Minouche Shafik's resignation comes a year after she took the position at the Ivy League university. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fcxVzMA

Argentina's ex-president accused of abusing partner

Alberto Fernández's ex-partner alleges psychological threats and physical aggression - charges he denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1xSdcHl

North Korea to reopen for tourism after five years

Two China-based tour operators say tourists will soon be allowed to visit Samjiyon city in the north. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2slLXxf

US soldier pleads guilty to selling secrets to China

Sgt Korbein Schultz was allegedly paid $42,000 in exchange for dozens of sensitive security data. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CzkHul5

Japan set for new PM as Kishida bows out as party leader

Support for Fumio Kishida has fallen amid a huge corruption scandal that hit his party. from BBC News https://ift.tt/13tKmXd

Family of mum who died saving baby in Bondi attack speaks

Ashlee Good died while saving her baby from the attack on a crowded Sydney shopping centre in April. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zxENyf5

Tanzania's opposition leaders freed on bail

About 520 people were arrested in a nationwide crackdown to prevent Chadema from holding a youth rally. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1Swe8QV

FBI probes claims Iran hacked Trump campaign

The FBI confirmed it is investigating Trump's claims his campaign was hacked by Iranian agents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eqFctk3

Ukraine and Russia trade blame over fire at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Both sides say there has been no detected radiation spike at the occupied Zaporizhzhia plant. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DH20JEK

Venezuela opposition urges global protest over poll result

The opposition says it will keep up the pressure on the Maduro government, which it accuses of election fraud. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZvemOG7

Musk's Trump interview caps months of warming relations

The two businessmen have sparred in the past - but in this election seem firmly on the same side. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nWYsR7Z

Cancer doctors and family with dog among Brazil plane crash dead

As investigations continue into the crash that killed 62 people, more details emerge about the victims. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q2uSmgU

Landslide at Uganda rubbish dump kills 12

Rescuers are continuing to dig through the waste in the hope of finding more survivors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A25rJBX

US athlete stripped of bronze as online abuse condemned

American gymnast Jordan Chiles has been stripped of the bronze medal she won in the women's floor final after a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cntLOag

First deaf Miss South Africa crowned after divisive competition

Mia le Roux says she hopes to inspire those who feel excluded from South African society. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QDzbeHy

Adam Britton: The ‘monster’ animal abuser who hid in plain sight

Even those who knew him best had no clue crocodile expert Adam Britton was torturing dozens of dogs to death. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WCRwhtA

In pictures: Brazil's deadly plane crash

Three days of mourning have been declared for those killed in the Voepass flight which crashed in Vinhedo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hUjH4es

Chinese port rocked by huge container ship blast

Surveillance footage captured the moment of the explosion at Ningbo-Zhoushan Port in Zhejiang. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZUicf5a

Rapper Travis Scott arrested in Paris over hotel violence

The US artist is accused of attacking a security guard who intervened in a fight with a bodyguard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uh8IlGb

New artefacts found on ‘holy grail of shipwrecks’ off Colombia

An anchor and glass bottles are among the treasures found in the "unprecedented" haul, researchers say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yYskr27

Western envoys shun Nagasaki event over Israel snub

The Japanese city's mayor says the decision to exclude Israel was not political, but will not change. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7VLYTsW

Russia seeks 15-year sentence for US-Russian ballerina

Ksenia Karelina pleads guilty to treason charge after February arrest for donating to pro-Ukraine charity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x4ErGvQ

Polish man jailed for four months for punching Danish PM

The man, who said he was too drunk to remember the incident, will be deported and banned from Denmark for five years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yMEkrql

Last missing Israeli victim of Hamas attack declared dead

Until now, no trace had been found of Bilha Yinon, whose house was burnt down on 7 October. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GZkroaC

What could Google monopoly ruling mean for you?

The US government says it wants 'structural relief' after a judge found the search giant broke the law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D3bWpOL

US funeral home fined $950m in decaying bodies case

Some 190 decaying bodies were discovered at the Return to Nature home by authorities last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/io3pGsu

Sheikh Hasina: The pro-democracy icon who became an autocrat

Sheikh Hasina is credited for the country's economic progress but also accused of authoritarianism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2f6akMd

Watch: Bangladesh protesters storm prime minister's palace

Bengali TV aired live footage of protesters storming Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's official residence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZrUdi9j

Three top contenders emerge in Kamala Harris' VP hunt

The vice-president interviewed at least three of her shortlist on Sunday at her home in Washington. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pv87OkR

Watch: Dawn spectacle as Mount Etna erupts

Europe's tallest volcano, Mount Etna, putting on a lava and smoke show over Sicily. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IiPULWu

Nigerian president demands end to deadly protests

He says he has heard Nigerians' pain but the demonstrations - set to last 10 days - must stop. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yV5hqYg

Ukraine says it sank Russian submarine in Crimea

Ukraine's military said it destroyed the Rostov-on-Don attack submarine in a missiles attack on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fG4qda6

Iran says Haniyeh killed by short-range projectile

Western media reports suggest Israel's secret service planted bombs inside the building Haniyeh was staying in. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9NRpgKh

Trump agrees to Fox News plan for debate with Harris

Kamala Harris agreed to a debate on ABC and it is not clear whether she accepts the new plan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9YPR6cH

Watch: Supercell tornado sweeps through eastern Spain

There was "no major damage" caused by the tornado, according to the mayor of El Toro. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G3tnc56

Why Putin thinks he's the winner in prisoner swap

Eight Russian prisoners were released in the swap, including spies, agents and a convicted assassin. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D7y9UCH

Nigerians hit with 24-hour curfews amid protests

Millions in the north have been ordered to stay indoors as nationwide anti-government protests continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4RoWVGw

Mourners gather as Hamas leader Haniyeh is buried in Qatar

Ismail Haniyeh’s burial caps a week of soaring tensions in the Middle East. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZQYeXdx

‘Their brutal ordeal is over’ - Biden on prisoner swap

The US president thanked his allies, who he says played a key role in the prisoner exchange. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8crKYJQ

How stage was set for biggest prisoner swap since Cold War

The signs were there that an East-West prisoner exchange was being discussed behind the scenes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dDY4I60

Huge prisoner exchange under way after days of speculation

The exchange of 24 prisoners between Russia and the West will be the largest since the Cold War. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RqXepBo

'Slave auction' pupils to face disciplinary in South Africa

Viral footage appears to show schoolchildren in Cape Town "selling" off black classmates. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vj8V75p