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Friday, 30 June 2023

Boost for Wagner as Mali shuns UN troops but at what cost?

As it pushes out 12,000 UN peacekeepers, Mali will be relying ever more heavily on Russian mercenaries.

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Anita Anand: Presenter interviews Canadian minister with same name

The BBC presenter and Canadian politician joke about all the times they have been mistaken for each other.

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Israel's Mossad says it abducted hitman from inside Iran

In a rare move, Israel's spy agency releases tape of suspect apparently confessing to a planned attack.

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Smoke and heat warnings affect more than 170m in US

Scorching temperatures are expected in the US west as the East Coast grapples with wildfire smoke.

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France shooting: How a teenager's death sparked riots

The 17-year-old's shooting during a traffic stop has provoked anger across the country.

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Kevin Spacey: Jurors told actor is 'sexual bully' as sex assault trial opens

The actor denies 12 charges covering sex assault allegations made by four men spanning more than a decade.

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Poland charges Russian ice hockey player with spying

The suspect, a Russian national playing in Poland's major league, faces up to 10 years in prison.

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Thursday, 29 June 2023

France shooting: Who was Nahel M shot by police in Nanterre?

He was learning to be an electrician and played rugby league but died at a police check near Paris.

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Greece: Leftist Alexis Tsipras quits as Syriza party leader

The former PM, who nearly crashed Greece out of the euro, resigns after a crushing election defeat.

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Wagner: Satellite images show activity at military base in Belarus

Tent-like structures are seen at a disused military base, amid speculation about Wagner forces relocating.

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Chrissy Teigen and John Legend welcome fourth child via surrogate

Teigen, who spoke about losing a baby in 2020, thanked their surrogate for an "incredible gift".

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Sweden Quran burning sparks anger across Muslim world

A protester set several pages of the holy Muslim text alight at a protest in Stockholm on Wednesday.

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Climate change: China's green power surge offers hope on warming

A boom in wind and solar energy in China may curb emissions faster than expected, a report says.

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Mother of teenage boy speaks after Paris police shooting

Seventeen-year-old Nahel M was shot by police during a traffic stop in Nanterre, a suburb of Paris.

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Wednesday, 28 June 2023

Chess player Hans Niemann's $100m lawsuit over cheating claims dismissed

Lawyers for American grandmaster Hans Niemann say they will pursue his claims in state court.

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What social media videos reveal about Paris teen's death

The BBC's Hugh Schofield looks at the questions around the police killing of 17-year-old Nahel.

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Daniel Penny pleads not guilty in NY subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely

Daniel Penny, 24, denies counts of second-degree manslaughter and negligent homicide.

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Thai court acquits five charged with blocking Queen's convoy

The protesters were part of youth-led pro-democracy rallies in 2020 calling for royal reforms.

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Eid al-Adha around the world: In pictures

People around the world observe Eid al-Adha, one of the most important festivals in the Muslim calendar.

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Climate change protesters disrupt Ashes cricket match

Just Stop Oil protesters briefly disrupted the first morning of the second Ashes Test, with one carried off by England player Jonny Bairstow.

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Hajj: Price rises making pilgrimage increasingly unaffordable

The pilgrimage to Mecca is becoming increasingly unaffordable for many Muslims across the world.

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Donald Trump countersues writer E Jean Carroll for defamation

The former president alleges the writer falsely accused him of rape after a jury found he sexually abused her.

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Tuesday, 27 June 2023

Wagner group to hand over heavy weapons as FSB drops mutiny charges

Charges against members of the mercenary group are also being dropped, Russia's security forces say.

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Ukraine war: Russia executed 77 civilians detained by its forces UN says

The UN says more than 800 people have been arbitrarily detained, with evidence of widespread torture.

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FBI failed 'at fundamental level' before Capitol riot Senate report claims

The FBI and other agencies failed "at a fundamental level" to assess the risk of violence, a report claims.

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Angela Bassett: Black Panther actress to receive honorary Oscar

The star's honorary award comes months after she lost out on an Oscar for the Black Panther sequel.

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Ex-Audi boss Stadler avoids jail in VW emissions scandal

Rupert Stadler is given a suspended term and a fine for fraud and negligence over Dieselgate.

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Police hunt man filmed carving names on Colosseum

Italian police are investigating the act of vandalism at the historic Roman amphitheatre.

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Spanish swimming pools in Catalonia told not to ban topless bathing

Activists are celebrating a ruling by the Spanish region to enforce an equality law on going topless.

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Chinese millionaire fails 27th attempt at passing university entrance exams

The 56-year-old has been trying for decades to pass China's notoriously tough Gaokao exams.

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Monday, 26 June 2023

Tucker Carlson: Fox News names Jesse Watters to replace star anchor

Jesse Watters, who joined the network in 2002, will host the channel's primetime evening slot.

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Colorado Club Q shooting: Attacker pleads guilty to murder and attempted murder

Anderson Lee Aldrich, 23, opened fire with an assault rifle at Club Q in Colorado Springs.

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Russia still investigating Wagner boss Prigozhin for treason

The Kremlin tries to convey normality after a weekend of turmoil, but the Wagner group is still active.

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Syria war: Nine killed as Russia air strike hits Idlib market

The UN expresses deep concern about escalating hostilities after Russian jets bomb rebel-held Idlib.

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The tech flaw that lets hackers control surveillance cameras

Security flaws in two surveillance camera brands used around the world have been identified by Panorama.

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US woman shoots Uber driver she believed was kidnapping her

The Kentucky woman fatally shot the driver she thought was taking her to Mexico.

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Sunday, 25 June 2023

Fentanyl: More people injecting drugs worldwide says UN

Nearly 40 million people now suffer from drug-related disorders, says a report on the illegal trade.

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Ros Atkins on... five impacts of the Wagner mutiny

The BBC’s Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at what the consequences are of the failed Wagner mutiny.

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Gröna Lund: Rollercoaster accident in Sweden leaves one dead

Nine others were injured when the ride at a Stockholm amusement park partly derailed, witnesses say.

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Titanic sub firm: A maverick rule-breaking founder and a tragic end

Stockton Rush wanted to be known as an innovator. It didn't seem to matter how he did it.

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Julian Sands: Remains found in California area where British actor disappeared

The 65-year-old disappeared in mountains north of Los Angeles after hiking in bad weather in January.

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Wagner: Tracking the mercenary group's day of rebellion in Russia

The US secretary of state calls the actions of the mercenary group a "direct challenge to Putin's authority".

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What will Putin do next? And other key questions

What happens to Wagner? What will Putin do next? And how will it affect war in Ukraine? Key questions answered.

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Saturday, 24 June 2023

The Ashes 2023: England's Tammy Beaumont hits record 208 but Australia build lead in one-off Test

Australia take control of the one-off Ashes Test at Trent Bridge despite Tammy Beaumont's record-breaking 208 for England.

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Glastonbury: Watch Lizzo Lewis Capaldi and Rick Astley perform

Lizzo, Lewis Capaldi and Rick Astley have all taken to the stage at Worthy Farm.

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Lewis Capaldi struggles to finish Glastonbury set

After suffering vocal problems, the Scottish star suggests he might have to take an extended break.

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Prigozhin: The day Wagner chief went rogue in 83 seconds

Yevgeny Prigozhin has called for a rebellion against the Russian military and entered Rostov-on-Don.

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Yevgeny Prigozhin: From hot dog seller to Wagner boss

The BBC's Ros Atkins looks at Yevgeny Prigozhin's unusual rise through the military ranks.

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Putin under pressure as ally Yevgeny Prigozhin turns rebel

The Russian leader vowed to punish Yevgeny Prigozhin after his Wagner forces seized a key Russian city.

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Friday, 23 June 2023

Greece ignored offer to monitor migrant boat says EU border agency

Officials are said to have ignored an offer to send a plane to monitor the boat that later sank.

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Ukraine war: Moment missile strikes bridge to Crimea

A bridge in Ukraine connecting southern Ukraine to the Crimean peninsula has been hit by missiles.

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Victims lose 3.5m in child abuse extortion scam

The gang sent people fake court summonses, accusing them of viewing images of children being sexually abused.

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Greece boat disaster: 350 Pakistanis were on board minister says

Hundreds are feared drowned after a boat crowded with migrants capsized off Greece on 14 June.

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Thailand: Exploding extinguisher kills student during fire drill

Another 21 high school students were injured when an extinguisher exploded at the campus in Bangkok.

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Thursday, 22 June 2023

Spate of mass brawls at German outdoor swimming pools

Fights in open-air pools have led to calls for better security at the popular summer bathing spots.

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Bolsonaro: Trial which could bar Brazil ex-leader from office starts

Brazil's ex-president faces charges of spreading false information about Brazil's electoral system.

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Firefighters rescue horse from Florida swimming pool

The horse fell into the pool in Paso County after being spooked by another horse.

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Watch: The latest on the Titanic sub... in 76 seconds

The BBC's Jon Amos looks at what we know so far about the sub that went missing in the Atlantic.

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Wednesday, 21 June 2023

Paris explosion: Seven critically injured after blast

Sixteen people are injured after an explosion in the capital's fifth arrondissement, police say.

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Amazon said to have 'duped' Prime customers

The US has sued Amazon for allegedly tricking customers during the Prime sign-up process.

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Belize declared free from malaria by health chiefs

Belize is the second country in Central America to eradicate malaria in the past five years.

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How tapping sounds might reach rescue teams

Jonathan Amos explains how passengers of the missing sub could try to communicate with the outside world.

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Explorer's harrowing experience of being trapped at Titanic stern in 2000

As search continues for a missing sub, Michael Guillen relives his near-death experience on a similar dive.

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Maya civilisation: Archaeologists find ancient city in jungle

The remains of the city were found in an ecological reserve in a mostly unexplored area of jungle.

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Could Russia really play nuclear roulette in Ukraine?

Steve Rosenberg looks at how discussion of the use of nuclear weapons has crept into Russian media.

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Watch: Huge fire burns by Las Vegas highway

No injuries were reported after the fire broke out at a block of flats under construction.

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Titan sub: What happens next after sounds detected in search

With oxygen supplies dwindling - under 24 hours' worth remains - the next few hours are critical.

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Tuesday, 20 June 2023

The search for the missing Titanic sub and how it might be rescued

Rescue teams are in a race against time as they battle poor visibility in a huge search area.

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Four Israelis shot dead near West Bank settlement

Another four were injured when gunmen opened fire at a petrol station outside Eli, medics say.

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Japan sterilisation law victims included nine-year-olds

Parliament discloses for the first time children as young as nine were victims of an eugenics law.

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Women's World Cup: Players put 'at risk' at qualifiers

Football union Fifpro reveals "shocking" lack of pay and medical supervision in qualifying rounds.

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Monday, 19 June 2023

Moldovan court bans pro-Russian party Sor

Moldova's president welcomed the decision, saying the party posed a 'threat to the constitutional order'.

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Adipurush: Indian film dialogue sparks Bollywood ban in Nepal cities

Two Nepal cities have banned screenings of Bollywood films over a line in epic film Adipurush.

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Greece boat disaster: Trafficking suspects plead not guilty

Nine men have appeared in court in connection with last week's migrant boat disaster in Greece.

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Graf Spee: Nazi battleship's bronze eagle saved from smelter

A plan to melt down the eagle from the Graf Spee and turn it into a statue of a dove is scrapped.

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Houston rapper Big Pokey dies after collapsing during performance

He was best known as a member of the Screwed Up Click, an influential group of Houston-based artists

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Sunday, 18 June 2023

Uganda school attack: 'Gospel songs interrupted by screaming'

Mourners of those killed by Islamist militants describe their shock about the raid's brutality.

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Greece boat disaster: Ship tracking casts doubt on Greek Coastguard's account

The BBC finds evidence an overcrowded fishing vessel was not moving for at least seven hours before it capsized.

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Greece boat disaster: Tracking data sheds light on migrant shipwreck

BBC Europe correspondent reveals data challenging the Greek authorities' account of boat disaster.

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Woman who knocked on coffin at her funeral dies after week in hospital

The Ecuadorean woman died days after mourners at her funeral were shocked to find her alive in her coffin.

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Vienna Pride parade attack foiled Austrian police say

Police say the three people arrested - one a boy of 14 - were suspected Islamist sympathisers.

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World Cup 2022: Almost 20000 abusive social media posts - Fifa report

Almost 20,000 abusive social media posts were aimed at players, coaches and officials during last year's World Cup, says a Fifa report.

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Saturday, 17 June 2023

Ukraine war must end South African President Ramaphosa tells Putin

Cyril Ramaphosa and other African leaders met the Ukrainian and Russian presidents in their peace bid.

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Rare earthquake damages French homes schools and churches

Hundreds of buildings in western France are declared uninhabitable following the rare earthquake.

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South Korea: Police remove Daegu city officials trying to stop LGBT festival

City workers, led by the mayor, clash with police after trying to stop the annual pride event.

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Trooping the Colour: Charles's first birthday parade as King in 57 seconds

This is Charles's first Trooping the Colour, a ceremony that marks his official birthday, as king.

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US Open 2023: Rickie Fowler leads Rory McIlroy moves into contention as Matt Fitzpatrick hits hole-in-one

Rickie Fowler ties the lowest 36-hole score in US Open history as Rory McIlroy produces a sensational back nine to jump into contention in Los Angeles.

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Why Spotify's big bet on Meghan fell flat

The end of the Duchess of Sussex's podcast on Spotify is a sign of wider change in the industry.

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Friday, 16 June 2023

'It makes your skin crawl': Mormon crickets invade US town

The bugs are in their migratory phase and have taken over some houses and roads in Elko.

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Minneapolis police routinely used excessive force US Justice Department finds

Systemic issues within the police made what happened to George Floyd possible, an investigation finds.

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Japan redefines rape and raises age of consent in landmark move

The laws redefine rape and raise the age of consent from 13, after public anger over rape acquittals.

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Hans Zimmer proposes to partner during O2 Arena live show

The Oscar-winning composer brought Dina De Luca on stage at London's O2 Arena to pop the question.

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Watch: Rescuer swims through rough seas to save stranded dog

The dog's owner says she is doing well after she fell off a cliff and was rescued by the coastguard.

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Thursday, 15 June 2023

Greece boat disaster: People are waiting for any piece of good news

Relatives are desperately searching for those believed to have been on a migrant boat that sank on 14 June.

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Neuschwanstein: US man held after fatal attack at German castle

The 30-year-old is suspected of killing a women by throwing her from a hill near Neuschwanstein castle.

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Kwara boat capsize: Mothers die trying to save children in Nigeria

More than 100 people drowned when the wooden boat they were using to cross the River Niger capsized.

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Peru archaeology: Ancient mummy found under rubbish dump

Archaeologists first spotted the hair of the 3,000-year-old mummy at the site of a rubbish dump.

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Sudan conflict: West Darfur governor killed after genocide claim

Khamis Abakar blamed paramilitary forces for West Darfur's ethnic violence hours before his abduction.

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Anger at Israeli army probe into fatal shooting of Palestinian toddler

Mohammed Tamimi's parents condemn a report blaming a mix-up for his killing by an Israeli soldier.

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Southern Baptists expel US churches with female pastors

'This is a sad day for Southern Baptists,' says Pastor Linda Barnes Popham of a now-expelled church.

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Greece boat disaster: Capsized boat had 100 children in hold - reports

Survivors from a fishing boat that sank off Greece say as many as 750 people may have been on board.

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Wednesday, 14 June 2023

Israeli troops will not face criminal charges over Palestinian-American's death

The soldiers gagged and bound 80-year-old dual US citizen Omar Asad, who then died of heart failure.

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Rust weapons supervisor was likely hungover on set prosecutors claim

A cinematographer was fatally shot on the set, and the expert is facing an involuntary manslaughter charge.

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Ukraine war: Mystery over Chechen commander reported wounded in Ukraine

Chechen commander and MP Adam Delimkhanov's whereabouts are unknown, but colleagues say he is alive.

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International drugs ring smuggled cocaine in surfboards

Police disband a gang which stashed surfboards full of cocaine and sent them from Uruguay to Europe.

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John Romita Sr: Marvel artist who contributed to Spider-Man and Wolverine dies

He helped to create Wolverine, as well as the Spider-Man characters Mary Jane Watson and Kingpin.

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Valery Zaluzhny the man behind Ukraine's counteroffensive

Gen Valery Zaluzhny is Ukraine's handpicked army boss and mastermind of the unlikely successes over Russia.

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Tuesday, 13 June 2023

US sprinter died from complications in childbirth

American sprinter Tori Bowie, who died in May at the age of 32, died from complications in childbirth, her agent says.

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French HR murders: Man on trial for killing three female job managers

The suspect is accused of targeting HR managers he held responsible for wrecking his career.

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Colombia plane crash: New video shows lost children found in Amazon

Footage shows rescuers tending to the children after they survived 40 days in the Amazon.

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Nine injured in mass shooting after Denver Nuggets NBA win

The suspected gunman was shot and is in custody, according to Denver Police Department.

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Hilda Baci: Guinness confirms Nigerian chef's world record

Hilda Baci caused a sensation last month after cooking non-stop for four days.

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Donald Trump due in court to face charges over classified files

He is expected to deny dozens of charges relating to the handling of US government secrets.

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Monday, 12 June 2023

How Trump's arraignment in Miami federal courthouse will unfold

Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive at a federal courthouse in Miami amid tight security on Tuesday.

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Brittany: France shooting suspect under investigation for murder

Eleven-year-old Solaine Thornton was shot dead while playing on a swing in her garden on Saturday.

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The Ukraine offensive: What will win it or lose it?

If Ukraine can split Russian troops in the south and hold the ground, its offensive will have been successful.

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Trump heads to Florida ahead of court appearance

The former president will be formally charged on Tuesday with illegally retaining classified documents.

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Netherlands and Canada ask world court to rule on Syria torture claims

The Netherlands and Canada ask the ICJ to compel the Syrian government to cease any acts of torture.

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Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's studio condemn new Donald Trump campaign video

The film studio, owned by the two actors, said it does not grant consent for material to be used.

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JP Morgan agrees to settle lawsuit brought by Jeffrey Epstein victim

The largest US bank says it regrets its relationship with "monstrous" sex-trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.

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Berlusconi, the belly dancer and the bunga bunga parties

Apart from his impact as a politician, the late Italian ex-PM had a lurid and colourful personal life.

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Silvio Berlusconi: Four memorable moments from his life

The former Italian PM, well known for a colourful private life, has died at the age of 86.

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Sunday, 11 June 2023

Ukraine counter-offensive liberates three villages in

The villages in the Donetsk region would represent the first major gains of Kyiv's new advance.

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How 4 children survived 40 days in hostile Colombian jungle

The youngsters defied the odds in a part of the Amazon rainforest home to jaguars and wild dogs.

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Michael Travis Leake, US musician, detained in Russia

Michael Travis Leake has been accused of selling drugs to young people, AFP reports.

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Philadelphia Interstate 95 freeway partially collapses following underpass fire

Aerial images show the partial disintegration caused by an oil tanker fire underneath the I-95 highway.

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Ukraine war: Russia moves to take direct control of Wagner Group

It appears to be the latest in a public falling out between the Wagner boss and Russian officials.

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Diego Garcia: The tropical island ‘hell’ for dozens of stranded migrants

They set sail to flee persecution, they say - but ended up on an isolated island in the Indian Ocean.

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Saturday, 10 June 2023

Dragos Tigau: Romania recalls Kenya ambassador over racist monkey slur

Dragos Tigau made a racist comment at a meeting in April but has only now been disciplined.

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Sudan ceasefire brings uneasy calm to Khartoum

People in the capital city buy food and medicine as warring generals agree a brief ceasefire.

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Pope Francis: Pontiff to miss weekly Sunday blessing after operation

Doctors say the Pope is recovering from abdominal surgery, but will remain in hospital for another week.

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Watch: How Colombia children jungle rescue unfolded

Four children have been found alive, weeks after a plane crash in the Amazon jungle.

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Annecy stabbings suspect held over attempted murders

Four children and two adults were attacked in a park in France's Alpine region on Thursday.

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Pearl Beach hotel: Islamists kill nine in Somalia attack

Police say they ended a six-hour siege at the site in Mogadishu, killing all seven attackers.

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Friday, 9 June 2023

France knife attack: 'Backpack hero' praised for facing attacker

Catholic pilgrim Henri said he simply followed his instincts when confronting the Annecy attacker.

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Legendary Mozambican ruby sells for record price

The world's largest ruby, described it as a "once-in-a-lifetime" jewel, fetches $34.8m at auction.

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Canada wildfires: Smog spreads south as east coast sees relief

The smog in New York and Washington lifts a little but the US South may now see more smoke.

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Train smashes through truck stuck on railway crossing

The truck driver got away in time and no injuries were reported.

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Ros Atkins on... LIV, PGA and how Saudi Arabia bought into golf

BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins explains why a surprise deal between golf’s two main tours and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has sent shockwaves through men’s professional golf.

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Drone footage shows impact of burst Ukrainian dam

Thousands of people have been evacuated as their homes became submerged in water in south Ukraine.

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Thursday, 8 June 2023

Sudan conflict: Children rescued from orphanage in Khartoum

Nearly 300 children, most of them below the age of two, have been evacuated from the capital.

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Eurozone in recession as rising prices hit spending

Revised data shows the eurozone's economy contracted at the end of last year and the start of 2023.

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Why Imran Khan has disappeared from Pakistan's media

It's hard to find mentions of the ex-PM after a blackout across networks following protests over his arrest.

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El Niño planet-warming weather phase has begun

Storms, droughts and record high temperatures lie ahead as US scientists confirm that El Niño has arrived.

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Religious US broadcaster Pat Robertson dies at 93

The evangelical Christian ran for president and helped put religion at the heart of Republican politics.

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Air quality: How to protect yourself from Canada wildfire smoke

With toxic air quality in parts of North America likely to persist, here's what you can do to stay safe.

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Is climate change fuelling Canada's wildfires?

Smoke from wildfires has enveloped Toronto and New York. We look at the role of a changing climate.

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Wednesday, 7 June 2023

Ukraine dam breach: Tears and a hug as people rescued

The BBC's James Waterhouse witnesses an evacuation in the Ukrainian city of Kherson.

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Ukraine dam: Hundreds of thousands without drinking water, says Zelensky

Ukraine's president says hundreds of thousands have no access to drinking water after the dam disaster.

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Lionel Messi to join Inter Miami

Argentina legend Lionel Messi will join MLS side Inter Miami after leaving Paris St-Germain.

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Mexico violence: Bodies found dumped in ravine are missing call centre workers

Dozens of bags containing human remains were found dumped in a ravine in Jalisco last week.

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The Ukraine dam breach rescue operation... in 61 seconds

The BBC's James Waterhouse reports from a town flooded by the recent dam breach.

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Missouri man executed for killing two in botched jailbreak

Michael Tisius, 42, was denied clemency despite several jurors in his case speaking up for him.

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Tuesday, 6 June 2023

Ukraine war: Wagner boss rubbishes Russian claims of Ukrainian casualties

Moscow says it inflicted 3,700 casualties on Kyiv on Monday, but Yevgeny Prigozhin called the claim "absurd".

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'Ducking hell' to disappear from Apple autocorrect

One of the most common swear words will no longer be automatically changed when you type out a message.

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Mother of six-year-old who shot teacher charged with federal gun crimes

Deja Taylor is charged with federal gun crimes after her six-year-old son shot his teacher in Virginia.

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Robert Hanssen: The fake job that snared FBI agent who spied for Moscow

Agents who helped to bring down one of the most notorious Cold War spies tell us how they did it.

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Haiti floods: Dozens killed as torrential rains flood Léogâne

Thousands of homes are flooded as rivers burst their banks following torrential rainfall.

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Haiti floods: Residents shelter on rooftops

At least 42 people have died and more than 13,600 homes have been swamped in Haiti.

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Monday, 5 June 2023

Ukraine war: Holy Trinity painting on display in Moscow

A fragile historic painting was moved from a museum to a church. What does it say about the war?

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Ukraine war: 'Offensive actions' under way in east, Kyiv says

Ukrainian military sources say a series of small-scale operations are under way, including in Bakhmut.

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Apple expected to launch mixed-reality headset at WWDC

The "Reality Pro" headset release is among announcements expected at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference.

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Dom Phillips: Fresh charges over murder of British journalist

The British journalist was killed along with an Brazilian indigenous expert in the Amazon last year.

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Ukraine war: Wagner detains Russian officer over 'drunk' attack

In a video posted online, the officer says he fired on a Wagner vehicle because he dislikes the group.

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France: Paris Champs-Élysées hosts mass spelling contest

France's most famous avenue turns into an open-air classroom for a record-breaking dictation event.

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Sunday, 4 June 2023

Ukraine war: Anti-Putin fighters say Russian soldiers 'captured'

They say they will hand the men over to Ukraine after a regional official apparently fails to meet them.

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India train disaster: Signal fault the likely cause, minister says

India's Railway Board says there was "some kind of signalling interference".

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India train disaster: Relatives in desperate search for missing loved ones

One man was reportedly rescued on Sunday after the official search operation had ended.

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India train accident: Workers remove wreckage from tracks

Rescue efforts have concluded at the site of the country's worst train crash in over two decades.

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Poland protest: Hundreds of thousands demand change in Warsaw

Politicians including main opposition leader Donald Tusk led crowds calling for a change of direction.

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GaaSyy: Japan YouTuber arrested over celebrity threats

Yoshikazu Higashitani, aka GaaSyy, returns to Japan months after Tokyo police issued his arrest warrant.

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War with US would be 'unbearable disaster', says China

At a defence summit, China said it was open to dialogue as tensions rise between the two superpowers.

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Tiananmen Square: Hong Kong police make arrests on anniversary of massacre

Pro-democracy activists have been detained in a crackdown on marking the 1989 massacre in Beijing.

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Succession actor Brian Cox on why he hasn't watched finale

The actor revealed a few spoilers when he spoke to Laura Kuenssberg about the show's ending.

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Saturday, 3 June 2023

Ukraine war: Twenty injured after Russian strike on Dnipro

Five of those hurt are children, of whom three are in a serious condition, a Ukrainian official says.

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India train accident: 'Distress and chaos' at hospital treating injured passengers

A collision between three trains in Odisha state left at least 288 people dead and over 800 injured.

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French Open 2023: Elena Rybakina withdraws from Roland Garros through illness

Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina pulls out of the French Open shortly before her third-round match because of illness.

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India train accident: Modi vows punishments over deadly Odisha crash

At least 288 people were killed in the collision of two passenger trains and a goods train in Odisha.

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Eyewitnesses describe pain and agony of India train crash

The train collision in India's Odisha state on Friday evening is the country's worst this century.

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Three Israeli soldiers killed near Egypt border

The incident came after a drug smuggling operation was thwarted at the border, the army says.

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Friday, 2 June 2023

Cynthia Weil dead: Legendary songwriter dies aged 82

The Grammy winner's hits included You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling and On Broadway.

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US judge backs settlement with family of Rust cinematographer Halyna Hutchins

Alec Baldwin reaches final settlement with the family of a woman he accidentally shot on a film set.

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How referee got accosted by irate fans after Euro final... in 60 seconds

Anthony Taylor is a target of fans' frustrations after Jose Mourinho's side lose the Europa League on penalties.

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Senegal shuts social media as protesters die after Sonko sentencing

Police surround the home of the opposition leader, who faces a two-year jail term.

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Huge sandstorm sweeps across Suez Canal in Egypt

Two of the canal's ports were closed as parts of Egypt were engulfed by dust and sand.

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Drug traffickers smuggling crystal meth past South East Asia security - UN

Gangs in South East Asia have learnt to evade authorities to sell crystal meth overseas, a report says.

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Belgorod: Shelling in Russian border region kills two, governor says

Two women were killed by shrapnel as they travelled in a car, officials say.

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Thursday, 1 June 2023

Lionel Messi: PSG manager Christophe Galtier confirms forward's departure

Paris St-Germain manager Christophe Galtier says forward Lionel Messi will play his final game for the club against Clermont on Saturday.

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Why soldier's defamation case loss raises next question... in 83 seconds

The BBC explains why an Australian soldier lost a war crimes defamation case - and what could happen next.

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Kosovo: Nato ready to send more troops after unrest

Pristina and Belgrade trade blame after ethnic Albanian mayors were elected in ethnic Serb areas.

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Kim Cattrall to appear in And Just Like That series finale

Samantha Jones was noticeably absent from the first series of the hit drama's spin-off show.

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Jerusalem Sbarro pizza bombing victim dies after 22 years in coma

Chana Nachenberg, a US-Israeli citizen, was 31 at the time of the deadly attack on a pizzeria.

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