Defecting online: How Myanmar’s soldiers are deserting the army

An underground network armed with Facebook and Telegram accounts is helping those who want to leave.

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Megayachts and oligarchs: ‘We’re scared of getting close to wrong money’

As the West goes after the assets of Russian oligarchs, the ripples are being felt across the industry.

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Afghan interpreters fear families 'forgotten' by Canada

Former interpreters say their families face major bureaucratic hurdles in effort to reach Canada.

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Ghana's e-levy adds 1.5% tax to electronic payments

A new e-levy of 1.5% on all electronic payments comes into force despite widespread opposition.

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Paul Rusesabagina: Hotel Rwanda hero's family files $400m US lawsuit

Paul Rusesabagina's family accuse the Rwandan government of abduction and torture.

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Ros Atkins on… China’s zero-Covid lockdowns

Ros Atkins looks at why the Chinese government remains committed to its policy of eliminating all outbreaks of coronavirus.

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Asylum in Denmark: Is the country guilty of double standards?

While Ukrainians are being welcomed in their thousands, the government is trying to reduce the number of non-European refugees.

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Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano: Charting the remarkable story of the rise of women's boxing

Women's boxing was banned in England for 116 years. This weekend, Katie Taylor will headline at Madison Square Garden. This is the story of the sport's rise - and one woman who made all the difference.

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Mariupol civilians leave besieged Azovstal steelworks

Despite an order from Vladimir Putin to completely seal off the area, 20 civilians escape Azovstal.

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Child hepatitis cases falsely linked to Covid vaccine

None of the affected children in the UK had been vaccinated because they were too young to be eligible.

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Venus and Jupiter Conjunction: Planets to almost touch in night sky

The dazzlingly bright planets will appear extremely close together in the dark sky on Saturday.

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Week in pictures: 23 - 29 April 2022

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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'Rise in Muslim families' seeking Ramadan food help

Some Muslims have been struggling to afford food to break their fasts amid the soaring cost of living.

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James Corden: How his viral success divided the internet

The host is credited with reinventing late night US TV but also courted controversy - so what's next?

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The impact of miscarriage on families around the world

The grief is universal, but the care women receive during pregnancy loss can depend on where they live.

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Dexter Jackson: How it feels to be pardoned by the US president

Dexter Jackson knew he had "a one in a million chance" of being pardoned - but "never lost faith".

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India Covid-19: 'My father did not have to die'

A year after losing her father to Covid, Indian journalist Barkha Dutt writes on coping with loss and regret.

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Who owns the Arctic and should they drill for oil and gas?

Environmental campaigners are taking Norway to court over drilling in the Arctic.

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The children surviving Ukraine’s war without their parents

Eleven-year-old Angelina is one of many children who were forced to flee hundreds of miles from their homes on Ukraine's front line.

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James Corden leaving Late Late Show after eight years

The British comedian and actor turned talk show host announced the decision on Thursday.

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Ukraine round-up: UN visit and a Russian roubles row

Blasts hit Kyiv while the UN chief is in the city, and there's a dispute over who is buying gas from Russia.

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Denial of bail is silencing Hong Kong's democrats

Pre-trial detention under China's security law aims to break the will of those accused, critics say.

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Why the West is reckoning with caste bias now

As caste discrimination gains visibility in the US, Indian-Americans grapple with their privilege.

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What Singapore's move to legalise egg freezing says about its society

Singapore is set to lift a ban on egg freezing, but only married couples will be able to access their eggs.

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Viewpoint: The privilege of being the child of immigrants

Maher Mezahi reflects on moving between his two "home countries" - Algeria and Canada.

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Do you want to find out how much your colleagues earn?

Driven by demand from their staff a growing number of companies are introducing transparency on pay.

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Ukrainians flock to get patriotic tattoos

People headed to the front line, and their supporters, are having the country's war with Russia memorialise.

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Nigeria's Kaduna train attack: New photos bring relief and pain

Pictures show 62 people allegedly being held captive after an attack on a high-speed rail link.

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Kebab seller image wins international food photo contest

A photo of a street food vendor has won Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year 2022.

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Nigeria's illegal oil refineries: Dirty, dangerous, lucrative

A look into the murky business of the stolen oil, days after a deadly refining accident.

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Unqualified Botox, filler and laser 'doctors' revealed in Egypt

A BBC News investigation has exposed serious flaws in the Egyptian beauty industry that are endangering lives and leaving women scarred for life.

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Match for Peace tour: 'I have friends in Ukraine with guns now'

Ukrainian players from Dynamo Kyiv and Borussia Dortmund speak about being away from loved ones.

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War in Ukraine: Statue of Russian and Ukrainian friendship destroyed

A statue which once represented friendship between Ukraine and Russia has been brought down in Kyiv.

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Ukraine war: Putin tells UN chief he hopes for 'positive result' in Ukraine talks

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres is in Moscow for mediation talks with the Russian president.

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Ukraine round-up: UN chief appeals to Putin while Russia cuts gas to Poland

The UN secretary general meets Russia's president as Western defence ministers discuss weapons aid.

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Viola Davis responds to critics of her Michelle Obama portrayal

The actress had been criticised by viewers for overly pursing her lips when playing Michelle Obama.

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Australia election: Why is there compulsory voting?

It is one of the only English-speaking nations to have mandatory voting, and people widely support it.

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How high-profile scientists felt tricked by group denying climate change

Politicians and scientists say they were duped by an organisation making false claims about global warming.

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Will Taiwan's banks stay stuck in a '1980s' time warp?

How the pandemic may have jolted an old-fashioned banking industry to make changes.

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Ukraine round-up: Russia hits railways as US pledges extra weapons

A chilling account of a Russian filtration camp and US hopes for Russia to be "weakened".

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Johnny Depp blames 'burn Amber' text on Monty Python

Mr Depp defends messages sent to fellow actor Paul Bettany saying he would burn his then-girlfriend.

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'You can't imagine the conditions' - Mariupol refugees share trauma of civilian camps

Those who have fled the Ukrainian city say people are being held in cramped, unclean, camps.

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Ukraine war: False TikTok videos draw millions of views

Misleading videos have been viewed by millions as it struggles to deal with so much false material.

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SpaceX: Can meat be grown in space?

An experiment to find out has just finished on the International Space Station.

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The Olympic hopeful turned bike-riding bank robber

When Tom Justice failed to make the Olympics he decided to use his cycling skills to rob banks instead.

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Ethiopia's Lalibela struggles as war and Covid-19 keep tourists away

In the historic Ethiopian town of Lalibela, civil war and Covid-19 have left many without livelihoods.

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Macron defeats Le Pen and vows to unite divided France

He triumphs over his far-right rival and becomes the first president to win re-election in 20 years.

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France election: 'Many voted to build a barricade against the far-right', says Macron

After becoming the first French president re-elected in 20 years, Emmanuel Macron told supporters he was "the president of all."

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David Nott: The war surgeon helping doctors save lives in Ukraine

David Nott worked in conflict zones around the world - now he's sharing his expertise in Ukraine.

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The bombing survivor accused of being fake

The woman caught in a Chernihiv school blast had her story on Instagram targeted by pro-Kremlin accounts.

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Rwanda genocide: 'I forgave my husband's killer - our children married'

The love story of a couple is being used to reconcile Rwandans 28 years after the genocide.

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Colombia election: How TikTok is defining the presidential race

The social media platform has become a battleground as candidates reach out to young voters.

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Cooma jail: Prison that was once 'world's only jail for gay men'

Set in one of the coldest and windiest small towns in Australia, Cooma prison holds a dark secret.

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Puducherry prison uses dance therapy to rehabilitate inmates

A prison in India's Puducherry is using dance therapy to help convicts deal with stress.

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Earl and Countess of Wessex: Why Grenada wanted to talk to royals about slavery

As the Wessexes cancel their trip, there are demands for an apology from the royals for past abuses.

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Art gets police escort out of Ukraine for exhibition

Ukraine showcases its culture at the prestigious arts festival, while protesting against the Russian invasion.

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Mount Everest: Even world's highest peak not immune to the Ukraine war

Nepal's "icefall doctors" are readying routes - but will conflict in Europe mean fewer climbers?

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French election: Macron and Le Pen trade taunts as campaigning ends

Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen make bitter attacks on each other ahead of Sunday's election.

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Carlos Ghosn: Ex-Nissan boss says he wants a trial

The former car boss says he wants to clear his name after France issued an international warrant for his arrest.

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Somalia: At least six killed in Mogadishu attack near beach

The attack reportedly happened near a beach in the capital, Mogadishu.

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Mid-day meal plan struggles to feed India's hungry students

The world's most ambitious free school food programme resumes post pandemic, but problems remain.

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Why Argentina is embracing cryptocurrency

The nation that has seen economic trauma is open to the possibility of alternative money like Bitcoin.

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France election: What far-right leader Marine Le Pen said before… and now

Has Marine Le Pen's strong views on immigration, the EU and Nato shifted since the last election?

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Ukraine round-up: Putin backs off storming of Azovstal as Mariupol 'mass graves' found

Russia's president says the Azovstal steel plant must be sealed off, and satellite images suggest mass graves.

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Juan Orlando Hernández: Honduran ex-leader extradited to US

Former President Juan Orlando Hernández is accused of involvement in a drug trafficking ring.

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KGF 2, RRR, Pushpa: The southern Indian films winning on Bollywood's turf

The recent theatrical success of movies like KGF 2 and RRR has revived a debate on the "pan-Indian" film.

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Shanghai lockdown: Whole communities relocated in anti-Covid drive

One community faces relocation to quarantine facilities more than 100 miles (160km) away.

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The young rebels fighting for democracy

The BBC gained rare access to Myanmar's jungle training camps where protesters are turned into soldiers.

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Johnny Depp faces questioning in case against ex-wife Amber Heard

The actor testified about his volatile marriage to Amber Heard ahead of cross examination by her lawyers.

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Russia releases video of intercontinental ballistic missile launch

President Putin says the new Sarmat missile is food for thought for those who try to threaten Russia.

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The Zomato and Swiggy riders risking their lives to deliver food

The BBC followed overworked delivery riders as they raced against time to take food to customers.

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Climate Change, Albinism and Me

Coco shares her experience of living with albinism in Nigeria.

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US spring snow storm leaves 300,000 in the dark

A bout of winter weather in the US north-east has brought outages and over a foot of snow.

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Emmanuel Macron: From political outsider to president

Emmanuel Macron was dismissed as an outsider five years ago. Now, he faces a new challenge: his own record.

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French election: Far-right Le Pen's long quest for power in France

Marine Le Pen has taken France's National Rally to within touching distance of the presidency.

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Why Koreans could soon become a year younger

The new government has proposed getting rid of the country's age systems, but experts are divided.

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Shark Tank: India TV show proves entrepreneurship isn't just for rich

The business show featured 67 ideas on which investors spent more than 400m rupees.

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Ukraine war: Children's lives are upended as conflict rages

As fighting rages across Ukraine, Russia's invasion has shattered the lives of millions of children.

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French elections: EU apprehensive of Le Pen ahead of French run-off vote

A Marine Le Pen victory in France would send shockwaves across the European Union, writes Jessica Parker.

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Ukraine war: Russia bombards cities as eastern offensive begins

Missile strikes were reported in Luhansk and Donetsk as Russia reorients its attack to the Donbas.

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Why women vote for India PM Narendra Modi's BJP

India's PM is an alpha male who leads a patriarchal party - so what's the appeal?

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Are there affordable ways to cut your heating bill?

Alternatives to gas and oil heating are becoming more popular but are still expensive.

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Wayne Quilliam: Photographing the diversity of Aboriginal Australia

Australia has hundreds of Indigenous groups - and Wayne Quilliam is hoping to photograph them all.

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White House hosts first Easter egg roll since pandemic

The Easter egg roll made its return to the White House's South Lawn on a rainy Monday.

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Apple staff make bid for first union at a US store

Employees must get signatures from 30% of staff at New York's Grand Central Station for a union election.

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Ukraine war: Germany's conundrum over its ties with Russia

Berlin now has some hard decisions to make following years of dialogue and co-operation with Moscow.

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Captagon: Jordan's undeclared war against Syria drug traffickers

Soldiers have a shoot-to-kill policy to stop millions of Captagon pills being smuggled from Syria.

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Sri Lanka healthcare on verge of collapse in economic crisis

Doctors warn of catastrophe in Sri Lanka where medical supplies are running out in the financial crisis.

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Mariupol ‘doesn’t exist anymore’, says Ukraine’s FM Dmytro Kuleba

Dmytro Kuleba told CBS’s Face the Nation Russian troops have “decided to raze the city to the ground".

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Ukraine round-up: Ukraine defies Mariupol deadline as Kharkiv shelled

Mariupol defenders ignore Russian calls to surrender, as Kharkiv and other cities face more shelling.

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Climate change: 'We're making wine in Norway'

Vineyards are moving further north, but new winemakers say they struggle to be taken seriously.

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Nigeria's Chibok girls: Why was this former captive treated differently?

Hassana Adamu speaks to the BBC about feeling neglected on the eighth anniversary of the kidnappings.

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Invictus Games: Prince Harry and Meghan join opening ceremony in the Netherlands

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have not been on this side of the Atlantic together since 2020.

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Angella Okutoyi: Kenya's rising tennis star

After playing in the Australian Open, could Kenyan Angella Okutoyi emulate her hero Serena Williams?

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UK's Rwanda refugee plan against nature of God, says archbishop

There are "serious ethical questions" over sending migrants to east Africa, the Archbishop of Canterbury will say.

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Week in pictures: 9-15 April 2022

A selection of striking images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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Merle Oberon: India's forgotten Hollywood star

Merle Oberon rose to stardom in the West while furtively hiding the truth of her past in India.

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Sanctioned Russian oligarchs linked to £800m worth of UK property

A dozen sanctioned Russians are linked to an estimated £800m worth of property in the UK, BBC analysis reveals.

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Chernihiv is silent, after having been under constant attack from Russian forces

The Ukrainian city of Chernihiv was under constant attack until suddenly Russian forces withdrew.

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Ukraine war: Minesweeping dog helps clear Chernihiv of Russian explosives

Patron, a Jack Russell, has so far helped to remove hundreds of explosive devices.

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Ukraine round-up: Russia sends warning to US

Russia attacks Kyiv factory and warns of consequences if US keeps arming Ukraine.

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Arizona man arrested after dogs, cats and snakes found in home freezer

Police say photos of the frozen dogs, lizards, snakes and other animals are too graphic to release.

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Ukraine's battle for control of its skies

A Ukrainian air defence officer tells the BBC: "Whoever dominates the air wins the war."

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Brazil: Wild animals take to the streets in Rio de Janeiro

Videos of caimans and other wild animals in streets and houses are frequently surfacing in the city.

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Shanghai lockdown: How Covid tests China's 'Great Firewall'

Videos appearing to show people suffering in Shanghai's lockdown have gone viral, stretching censors.

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Depp and Heard marriage ended in 'mutual abuse', says therapist

A psychotherapist tells the court of a volatile dynamic between the couple during therapy sessions.

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Ukraine round up: Flagship Russian warship sinks

Russia's flagship Black Sea missile cruiser has sunk, while President Zelensky sits down with the BBC.

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Russian warship Moskva has sunk - defence ministry

The warship is said to have sunk under tow a day after it was reported damaged by fire or a Ukrainian missile strike.

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Brazil's indigenous communities fear mining threat over war in Ukraine

President Bolsonaro says the invasion of Ukraine presents an opportunity to mine Amazon territories.

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How we verify social media posts from the war in Ukraine

How we verify social media posts from the war in Ukraine

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UK to sign deal to send asylum seekers to Rwanda for processing

The government's plan, set to be announced on Thursday, is criticised as "cruel" by a refugee charity.

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Durban floods: 'I got no house, I got nothing'

Volunteers in Durban are searching for trapped locals after the worst floods the coast has seen in decades.

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Nasa scientists spy 'largest ever comet'

It's 85 miles wide, which is larger than the US state of Rhode Island. And it's coming this way.

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How posh British schools are branching out in Asia

A growing number of leading British public schools are opening campuses in the region.

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Criminal Procedure Identification Bill raises fears of surveillance in India

Critics worry about increased surveillance by law enforcement agencies under its expanded scope.

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Why Nigeria's historic dye pits in Kano risk closure

They once dressed "the blue men of the desert", but modern tastes and insecurity could spell their end.

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27-year-old refugee Ludmyla Chyrkova is heading home

27-year-old Ludmyla Chyrkova struggled with her decision since leaving on the second day of the war.

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Biden accuses Russia of 'genocide' in Ukraine

US President Joe Biden accuses Russia's Vladimir Putin of genocide in Ukraine.

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Why Shanghai has done a U-turn on its ‘relaxed’ Covid approach

Shanghai is under strict lockdown, in contrast to the relatively relaxed approach it previously took to the pandemic.

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The Ukrainian bride who fled to India from Kyiv with a coffee machine

Anna Horodetska fled to India from Kyiv, with just a couple of T-shirts and a coffee machine.

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Brittney Griner: White House tight-lipped on missing WNBA star

Phoenix Mercury centre Brittney Griner has reportedly been detained in Russia since February.

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Ukraine conflict: 'Russian soldiers raped me and killed my husband'

The BBC has uncovered first-hand evidence of Russian soldiers raping and killing civilians in a village west of Kyiv.

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Ukraine war: Desperate mother writes details on toddler's back

Sasha Makoviy wrote the details on her daughter's skin in case her family was killed fleeing Kyiv.

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Britney Spears says she is pregnant after conservatorship ends

The singer, 40, also says she has previously suffered perinatal depression.

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Ukraine round-up: Austria pessimistic after Putin talks

Russia warns two Nordic nations against Nato membership, and the Austrian chancellor meets Putin in Moscow.

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Could Marine Le Pen win the French elections?

Marine Le Pen will go head-to-head with President Macron in an election run off in a fortnight.

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Elon Musk will now not join Twitter's board, CEO says

The Tesla boss was due to join the social media platform's board after buying a 9.2% stake in the firm.

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France election: This time it won’t be a walkover for Macron

Emmanuel Macron will face a run-off against Marine Le Pen, in what is far from a done deal.

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Falklands War: 'The UK is still usurping our land'

Argentina's president has said he will keep fighting for control of the islands, also known as the Malvinas.

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French elections: Macron and Le Pen to fight for presidency

Emmanuel Macron wins the first round but the run-off against Marine Le Pen is set to be far closer.

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French election: Macron pledges to create united France

Emmanuel Macron says he will unite "all the different convictions and beliefs" if re-elected.

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Australia election: Enter a lacklustre advert for democracy

Nick Bryant sees an election campaign that will be defined, to a large part, by what it lacks.

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Mozambique Palma terror attack: 'I can't go back'

After a brazen jihadist siege a year ago, Mozambique's fledgling gas industry remains on hold.

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López Obrador: What's behind Mexican leader's recall referendum?

The unprecedented mid-term referendum was called not by the opposition but the president himself.

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Saniya Mistri: The hijab-wearing teen rapper breaking stereotypes

Saniya Mistri's powerful rap songs call out the glaring inequalities in her city, Mumbai.

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Ukraine war: Disbelief and horror after Krematorsk train station attack

The people of Krematorsk are coming to terms with a strike on a train station that killed more than 50.

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Imran Khan ousted as Pakistan's PM after key vote

The former cricket star loses a no-confidence vote 13 hours after his party tried to delay it.

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Katty Kay: The most exciting thing about becoming Swiss

My new passport means I can vote for the first time in years - it's never been as important as now.

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Imran Khan: Pakistan PM on brink as confidence vote looms

Pakistan's prime minister warns that if he is ousted, he won't recognise an opposition government.

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Ukraine war: The school that helped fleeing musicians find safety

A group of young musicians from Kharkiv and Odesa have found new homes in Denmark.

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'Mariupol is a graveyard': Evacuees recount terror of Russian assault

Survivors from the besieged city say they wondered at times if the rest of Ukraine had fallen.

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Sri Lanka fuel crisis: Only God can help us now

Millions are having to endure daily power cuts and queue for hours to get basics like cooking gas and diesel.

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Ukraine War: Kremlin spokesman Peskov admits 'significant' Russian losses

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called the Russian casualty rate a "huge tragedy" for the country.

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French election: Far-right Le Pen closes in on Macron ahead of vote

Emmanuel Macron is now looking over his shoulder before the first round of the presidential race.

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French winemakers fan flames to save 2022 crop

Sudden and sharp frosts in France this week are threatening this year's vintage.

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Meat ban in Delhi: What the battle to define India as vegetarian misses

India’s varied and complex cuisine celebrates meat just as much as vegetables.

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'I want my film to show that queer South Asians are thriving'

Queer Parivaar explores love, sexuality and gender identity among South Asian families.

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What sanctions are being imposed on Russia over Ukraine invasion?

Western nations have imposed severe sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.

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Bafta Games Awards 2022: 'Plucky underdogs' go up against hit titles

Hit titles go up against games made by four people during the pandemic "because they were bored".

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Helmut Sonneberg: A spellbinder's story of survival, no longer kept secret

Helmut Sonneberg is a Holocaust survivor who for years did not speak of its horrors. His football club encouraged him to bear witness.

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Black Coffee - the South African DJ who made history at the Grammys

The Grammy-award winner speaks to the BBC about the joy of his win and desire to never be pigeon-holed.

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The hunt for superyachts of sanctioned Russian oligarchs

Wealthy Russians sanctioned by the US, EU and UK are having to find places they can keep their assets safe.

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Ukraine's dream of a Eurovision win

Kalush Orchestra are the bookies’ favourites to win the competition in Turin next month.

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Ed Sheeran hits out at culture of 'baseless' copyright claims after court victory

The singer says pop stars are easy targets in what has become a "really damaging" culture in music.

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Hydra: How German police dismantled Russian darknet site

German police say illegal sales on the site amounted to at least £1bn a year

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Will France's 'forgotten' workers get what they want?

Post-election the country's next leader must decide whether to re-invest in heavy industry, or not.

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South Korea: Why so many struggle to sleep

Growing numbers of South Koreans suffer from sleep deprivation, with many turning to sleeping pills.

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Brazil at work: Black and held back

Brazil has one of the world's largest black populations but black people only hold 6% of managerial posts.

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Namit Malhotra: The Indian who won a VFX Oscar for Dune

Namit Malhotra started his company from a garage in Mumbai. Now it's winning Academy Awards.

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Britney Spears: Singer confirms she is writing new memoir

The singer says the book will tackle painful past events she has "never been able to express openly."

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Ukraine war: International outrage grows over civilian killings in Bucha

Joe Biden calls for Vladimir Putin to be tried for war crimes for atrocities in Ukraine.

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Ukraine war: Rescuing vulnerable children from the front line

A BBC crew follows an ambulance team as medics evacuate 12 children from the city of Sumy.

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Timed Teaser: Who won the Grammy Awards record of the year?

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go!

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Does it matter if we know where our food comes from?

Increasingly sophisticated tech tells us more than ever about our food's journey from farm to fork.

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The Kenyan cafe that helps fight discrimination against deaf people

Most waiters at one Kenyan café are deaf, so customers use sign language, mimes or gestures.

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Village head and family killed by Russia - Ukraine

The BBC sees further evidence of alleged atrocities in areas recently occupied by Russia.

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Mansiya VP: The ‘non-Hindu’ dancer barred from a Kerala temple

Indian dancer Mansiya VP, born a Muslim, says art has no religion after a temple refused to let her perform.

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Pet cloning is getting more popular despite the cost

The controversial process of cloning your dog or cat is growing more popular, despite its high cost.

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Shanghai lockdown: Economy shaken by zero-Covid measures

Shanghai is a major financial centre and port as well as a hub for manufacturing electronics and cars.

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Rogue pastors, fake miracles and murder

Across Africa, extreme Christianity is threatening the faith of many.

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Ukraine war: The popular politician who escaped a targeted missile strike

The social media-friendly Ukrainian governor Vitaliy Kim overslept while his office was destroyed.

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EasyJet cancels 100 flights due to Covid absences

The airline cancels scores of flights as UK airports also struggle with high levels of staff sickness.

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Sarah Palin announces US Congress bid

The fiery former vice presidential candidate wants to represent Alaska in the House of Representatives.

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19 facts about the 2022 Grammy Awards

Everything you need to know about the ceremony - from who's playing to who's going to win.

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Ukraine war: Family’s bid to reach safety ends in tragedy

The father of 31-year-old Maksim Iovenko describes how his son and family ended up on a deadly stretch of highway outside Kyiv.

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War in Ukraine: Koko’s phone is your phone as she makes her way out

British-Zimbabwean student Korrine Sky documented her escape from Ukraine on her mobile phone.

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Ukrainian refugee with Royal College of Music scholarship in visa limbo

Nadiia Chaichenko and her family fled their home in Kharkiv at the start of the war.

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The handshake in space that brought hope to the world

What happened when US astronauts met USSR cosmonauts in space

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War in Ukraine: Evidence grows of civilian killings in Bucha

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen reports signs of civilian killings in Bucha, near Kyiv. His report contains distressing images.

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Liberia taxi driver: How returning $50,000 changed Emmanuel Tuloe's life

Liberian Emmanuel Tuloe decided not to keep the bundle of cash he found at the side of the road.

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Surya Kasibhatla: Actor with cerebral palsy shines in Bollywood thriller Jalsa

The 14-year-old of Indian origin has received rave reviews for his Bollywood debut.

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What we now know about long Covid

Why are so many people still living with long Covid after two years and are there any hopes for treatment?

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Ukraine: Why the cartoon Masyanya was banned in Russia

Masyanya is a YouTube cartoon star in Russia, but her episode on the Ukraine war has been banned.

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Sri Lanka imposes state of emergency amid protests

Protestors are angry because of food, fuel and power shortages across the nation.

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