BHP: Mining giant says it underpaid workers for 13 years

Australia's BHP said the leave and allowance 'errors' will cost the company up to $280m.

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Ukraine war: 'Children die' in new missile attack on Kyiv

Officials in Ukraine's capital say two children and an adult were killed in an overnight attack.

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Nigeria's fuel subsidy: How the new president has shocked the nation

Bola Tinubu has picked his first big fight with trade unions by deciding to scrap fuel subsidies.

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AI: War crimes evidence erased by social media platforms

Footage of potential human rights abuses may be lost after platforms delete it, the BBC has found.

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US actor Danny Masterson found guilty on two rape counts

Three women said the actor sexually assaulted them at his Hollywood home between 2001-03.

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Amazon to pay $30m over Alexa and Ring privacy violations

It will also pay out after allowing employees of its Ring doorbell system access to customer recordings.

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Using pig fat as green jet fuel will hurt planet, experts warn

Animal by-products being used for aviation fuel could increase demand for palm oil, experts fear.

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Ben Roberts-Smith: How war hero's defamation case has rocked Australia

Ben Roberts-Smith denies killing Afghan civilians, in a case that's shone a light on elite soldier units.

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Black bear walks into bakery and eats 60 cupcakes

Workers at Taste by Spellbound in Connecticut were shocked when they spotted the uninvited customer.

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Manhattanhenge: How to see it this year

The biannual phenomenon draws locals and tourists alike to capture the perfect photo.

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Elizabeth Holmes walks into Texas prison to start sentence

The Theranos founder was convicted on four counts of fraud linked to her failed blood testing start-up.

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Man uniting Indian families torn by colonialism

Shamshu Deen has helped more than 300 people in the Caribbean find long-lost loved ones in India.

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German police arrest stripper over toy gun

Frankfurt police say they took action after receiving reports about a man with an assault rifle.

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Erdogan victory speech: 'Today nobody has lost'

The re-elected Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, addressed supporters outside the Presidential Palace.

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Abuduwaili Abudureheman: Hong Kong denies detaining Uyghur student

Abuduwaili Abudureheman was allegedly interrogated by police on arrival at Hong Kong airport.

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FTX: Singapore state fund Temasek cuts pay after failed investment

Last year, Temasek Holdings wrote off all of the $275m (£222.8m) it had invested in FTX.

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Sudan Darfur crisis: 'Everything civilians can use has been burned or destroyed'

Large-scale destruction caused by Arab militias in western Sudan is now visible from space.

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US debt ceiling deal ready for Congress vote - President Joe Biden

President Joe Biden said he had not made too many concessions to Republicans as part of the deal.

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Lake Maggiore tourist boat overturns, with one dead and three missing

Italy's fire service said 19 people were rescued but it was still searching for some people reported to be missing.

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French Open 2023: Nadal, Murray and Raducanu missing, while Djokovic, Alcaraz and Swiatek favourites

For the first time in almost 20 years, the French Open begins this weekend with both singles draws unpredictably open.

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New parliament: PM Modi inaugurates building amid opposition boycott

The new building was inaugurated under the shadow of a boycott by major opposition parties.

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China's C919 passenger plane makes maiden flight

China hopes the C919 will end the dominance of Airbus and Boeing - but it relies on Western components.

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Mozambique cholera: Why outbreaks have sparked unrest

Misinformation about measures taken to tackle cholera outbreaks has led to violent protests.

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Extinction Rebellion protest in Netherlands ends with 1,500 arrested

Officers used water cannon to try to disperse the crowds at the Extinction Rebellion protest

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US debt ceiling: Negotiators agree a deal in principle, reports say

The White House and the Republicans are now said to be ironing out details of a bill to avert a default.

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ChatGPT: US lawyer admits using AI for case research

The lawyer told the judge he did not know content from the artificial intelligence could be false.

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US and Mexico sound alarm over cosmetic surgery-linked fungal outbreak

The US and Mexico are urging the WHO to declare a public health emergency over the outbreak.

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We're ready to retake our country - Ukraine security boss Oleksiy Danilov

Oleksiy Danilov says it would be "strange" to talk dates but that this was an "historic opportunity".

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Oleksiy Danilov interview: Ukraine counter-offensive 'ready to begin'

Oleksiy Danilov tells the BBC that Kyiv has an "historic opportunity" to strike a major blow to Russia.

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Powerball lottery winner faces lawsuit alleging ticket theft

Edwin Castro won the jackpot last November - but Jose Rivera claims he is the rightful winner.

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Erdogan and rival clash over refugees in desperate race for vote

The last hours of Turkey's presidential race turn sour as the candidates argue over refugees.

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IPL 2023: Who are India's next cricketing stars?

These players and their dazzling performances at the IPL make a case for their inclusion in India's national side.

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Twitter engineering boss quits after DeSantis launch hit by glitches

Ron DeSantis' launch of his White House presidential campaign was hit by technical problems.

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NY woman charged over threats after Club Q shooting

Sharon Robinson, 40, allegedly told one Colorado venue it would get “shot up like Club Q”.

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Neuralink: Elon Musk's brain chip firm says US approval won for human study

The billionaire's Neuralink implant company wants to help restore people's vision and mobility.

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Venezuela: 'I'm paid to tweet state propaganda'

The Venezuelan government is paying people to tweet in support of it.

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Africa's week in pictures: 19-25 May 2023

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.

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Silicon Valley Bank: 500 jobs cut by new owner First Citizens

The move comes two months after SVB's collapse triggered fears of a banking crisis.

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Dead fraudster mystery grips Australia

After a long inquiry, a judge has concluded many questions about Melissa Caddick's fate will go unanswered.

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Ron DeSantis Elon Musk interview: Twitter Spaces hosts Florida governor's 2024 launch

The Florida governor is considered Donald Trump's chief rival for the Republican nomination.

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Why Turkey's election is being closely followed in Africa

Whoever wins Sunday's Turkish presidential run-off cannot ignore the country's growing ties with Africa.

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Will these Trump voters back DeSantis this time?

Republicans tell the BBC why the Florida governor is an attractive alternative in the 2024 race.

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Belgorod: Russian paramilitary group vows more incursions

Moscow says it repelled the raid and vowed a harsh response to further infiltration of its border.

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Target removes some LGBTQ products after threats

The company says the move is to protect its employees amid "confrontational behaviour" in some stores.

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US professor fired after machete threat to New York Post reporter

Shellyne Rodriguez is seen on video wielding a large knife at a reporter from the New York Post.

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Casey DeSantis: Who is the wife of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis?

The 42-year-old is expected to play a major role in her husband's campaign for the White House.

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South Africa load-shedding: The roots of Eskom's power problem

How corruption backed by a criminal network have led to South Africa's worst-ever power cuts.

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ChatGPT: Can China overtake the US in the AI marathon?

Washington's efforts to limit China's access to crucial cutting-edge technology continue.

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Bird flu: Brazil declares animal health emergency after several cases found

The country is the world's largest exporter of chicken meat, and wants to stop the virus spreading.

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Sudan conflict: Air strikes and clashes as new ceasefire begins

A fresh seven-day truce is officially under way - though more hostilities have been reported in Khartoum and other cities.

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Ray Stevenson: Thor, Star Wars and Rome actor's career in pictures

Some of the most memorable snaps of the Star Wars, Thor and Rome actor - who has died aged 58.

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India wrestlers risk Olympic dream for '#MeToo' protest

India's best wrestlers worry they won't be in peak shape to qualify for the Olympics as they hold a protest.

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TikTok sues Montana to overturn first US state ban

The western state last week became the first in the US to ban the hugely-popular video platform.

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Guyana school fire: At least 20 children die in Mahdia blaze

A major fire breaks out at a secondary school in the central town of Mahdia, engulfing a dormitory.

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Writers pay protest interrupts Warner Bros CEO speech

David Zaslav was speaking a graduation ceremony for students at Boston University.

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G20: India hosts tourism meet in Kashmir amid tight security

Security has been beefed up in the disputed region as India hosts a three-day G20 tourism meet.

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Thousands mass for pro-EU rally in Moldovan capital, amid tensions with Russia

Moldovan President Maia Sandu is vying for EU member status, amid fears of a Russian-backed coup.

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How jokes and ringtones spurred birth control in India

For years, India has been teaching its people family planning in a unique way - through slogans.

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Watch: Japan riot police pin G7 protesters to ground in violent scuffle

Violence breaks out at the summit in Hiroshima, Japan.

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G7: Taking a stand against China's economic coercion

Worried of being held hostage economically by China, the G7 spells out its plan to escape.

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Bakhmut: Zelensky indicates Russia has control of city

Asked on Sunday whether Ukraine had control of the city, Ukraine's president said: "I think not."

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Sudan conflict: Warring factions agree seven-day ceasefire, US says

US State Department urges military leaders to uphold agreement after past failed peace attempts.

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The school in an empty department store

How one US school found a clever solution when they had to quickly find a new home.

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Ukraine war: ICC 'undeterred' by arrest warrant for chief prosecutor

Russia placed ICC boss Karim Khan on a wanted list, after he issued an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin.

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British novelist Martin Amis dies aged 73

The influential author of Money and London Fields was one of the most celebrated writers of his generation.

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Turkey election: Why the world is watching the presidential race

Democracy, EU candidacy, and the fate of millions of Syrians are all on the ballot paper next week.

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Alberta, Canada, wildfires show no sign of slowing, experts say

Experts raise the alarm as early wildfires strike the province of Alberta, prompting an emergency.

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Decorated police officer charged with tipping off Proud Boys leader

Prosecutors say Shane Lamond leaked confidential information to Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio.

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Jim Brown: Legendary NFL running back dead at 87

The record-breaking running back became a Hollywood action hero and civil rights activist.

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Week in pictures: 13-19 May 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

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US debt ceiling: Republicans hit 'pause' on negotiations for now

The lead Republican negotiator walks out of a closed-door meeting with White House representatives.

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Greek elections: Rail tragedy hangs over vote dominated by dynasties

Ahead of Sunday's election, Greece's worst rail crash is held up as proof of a broken government.

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Ken Elliott: Australian hostage, 88, freed by al-Qaeda militants

Dr Ken Elliott, 88, and his wife were captured in Burkina Faso in 2016.

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Bijnor: Leopard attacks spark fear in Uttar Pradesh district

For years, residents of Bijnor have peacefully coexisted with leopards. Now they say they are afraid.

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Outcry as Australian police taser 95-year-old care home resident

The elderly care home resident is not expected to survive the incident, a family friend says.

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Could a US debt default unleash global chaos?

The BBC examines four ways you could be affected if the US fails to reach a deal on its debt.

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Pastor Mackenzie's Kenyan cult: The mother who fled Shakahola forest to save her children

A mother-of-five tells the BBC how she escaped a Kenyan doomsday cult where at least 200 people died.

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G7 summit: Why there are eight more seats at the table this year

The BBC unpacks the guest list for this year's summit - who is on it, who is missing and why?

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'We are selling a product that we hope gets discontinued'

The firms aiming to help eradicate invasive species by making commercial use of them.

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TikTok: Montana to become first US state to ban app on personal devices

The Chinese-owned platform said the ban "infringes on the First Amendment rights of the people of Montana".

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FBI charges man with stealing Dorothy's The Wizard of Oz slippers

It took more than three clicks of Dorothy's heels to solve the theft of her ruby-red shoes 18 years ago.

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Ukraine war: Boy of 5 among civilians killed in shelling

Reports say eight people died and 17 were injured in heavy shelling in the war-torn south and east.

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Ukraine: The Mariupol steel workers longing for home

Mariupol's former Azovstal workers yearn for their old lives in the now Russian-held city.

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G7 summit: Taiwan looms large as Japan prepares to host leaders

China's rising assertiveness is reshaping Japan, as it prepares to host the G7 summit this weekend.

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Serbians hand in guns and question culture of violence after two shootings

Back-to-back attacks prompt a gun amnesty and fears among some that the country is becoming more like the US.

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Black taxpayers more likely to be audited, IRS admits

The head of the US tax-collection agency says he is "deeply concerned" by the disparity.

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Child rescued from dust devil during baseball game

A 17-year-old umpire came to the rescue of a young player during a Florida little league game.

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Police inquiry after used condoms sent to 65 women

The victims all attended the same private school and are part of a targeted attack, police say.

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Record inflation: Five ways Argentines try to cope

With inflation above 100%, Argentines have devised a number of strategies to deal with the crisis.

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Delhi Metro: India's uneasy relation with public gestures of love

A viral video of a couple kissing in a train has sparked a debate about public display of affection in India.

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Biden G7: President to cut short foreign trip for debt ceiling talks

Joe Biden will head home after a G7 meeting in Japan for talks with congressional leaders in the US.

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IPL: The remarkable reinvention of cricket legend MS Dhoni at 41

MS Dhoni has successfully transformed himself into a formidable lower-order batsman for his IPL team.

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Durham report finds FBI probe into Trump-Russia ties was flawed

Special Counsel John Durham was looking into alleged wrongdoing by the FBI.

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New Zealand hostel fire: At least six dead and more missing in Wellington

Wellington fire commander Nick Pyatt says the blaze is the city's "worst nightmare".

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Cambodia: Opposition Candlelight Party barred from July vote

The move means long-time leader Hun Sen will again face no real competition in July's election.

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The man who wants to radically reform Thailand's politics

Pita Limjaroenrat was surrounded by supporters who handed him gifts in front of swathes of cameras.

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China sentences 78-year-old US citizen to life in prison for spying

John Shing-Wan Leung, who is a permanent resident in Hong Kong, is given a life sentence.

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Vice and Motherboard owner files for bankruptcy

Vice Media Group, which was once valued at $5.7bn, is set to be sold but will keep operating.

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Turkey's Erdogan appears to have upper hand after tense night

Turkey's president tells crowds he will win five more years in power, but the margin is tight.

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Should social media face-altering filters be regulated?

With photo manipulation technology now extending to videos some want authorities to intervene.

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Why Ryan Reynolds wanted to buy this ice hockey team

Ryan Reynolds, Snoop Dogg and the Weeknd want to be the next owner of the Ottawa Senators. Why?

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Turkey decides on future with or without Erdogan

Turks are voting in the most pivotal elections in their modern history.

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The daring riders of India's 'well of death'

The drivers defy gravity to ride their bikes and cars inside a giant wooden barrel to entertain people.

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Thailand elections: Polls open with Thaksin's daughter as frontrunner

Voting begins with Paetongtarn Shinawatra promising an end to conservative, military-backed rule.

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Ukraine war: Russians in Germany split over Putin's invasion

Many Germany-based Russians are repeating Kremlin disinformation about the invasion of Ukraine.

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Ukraine Eurovision act's city Ternopil attacked before performance

Ternopil was hit by Russian missiles before Tvorchi took to the stage in Liverpool, reports say.

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Ukraine's Zelensky in Rome to meet Pope Francis

Ukraine's leader visits Rome where he will meet political leaders and have an audience with the Pope.

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Cyclone Mocha: Major evacuations as cyclone threatens Bangladesh

Half a million people have been evacuated ahead of Cyclone Mocha's predicted landfall on Sunday.

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Papua New Guinea minister quits over luxury Coronation trip controversy

Papua New Guinea's foreign minister called critics of his daughter's TikTok "primitive animals".

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Kenyan farmer: 'I'm afraid that elephants will kill me'

Prolonged drought in southern Kenya has led the giant mammals to encroach on farms to find food.

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Sudan conflict: Grandmother died trapped by fighting in Khartoum

Alaweya Reshwan died alone at home in Khartoum, trapped by the fighting that is tearing Sudan apart.

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Imran Khan's dramatic arrest saga... in under 90 seconds

Pakistan's former prime minister has faced months of legal troubles and attempts to arrest him.

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Pakistan shut down the internet - but that didn't stop the protests

Millions were plunged offline after Imran Khan's arrest but the blackout hasn't stopped protests.

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Australia approves first new coal mine

The government came to power a year ago promising greater action on climate change.

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Ten-day jail terms for US fishing tournament cheats

Two men at the centre of a scandal that rocked the world of competitive fishing get their punishment.

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Africa's week in pictures: 5-11 May 2023

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.

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Russia denies advances by Ukrainian forces along front line

Pro-Russian sources say Ukrainian soldiers have made advances on the front line in east Ukraine.

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Jordan Neely: Ex-Marine to be charged over New York subway death

Daniel Penny, 24, will be arrested for Jordan Neely's manslaughter on Friday, the district attorney says.

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Confectionery firms try to sugar coat price rises

Makers of sweets and chocolates are aiming to shield customers from their higher costs.

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Kambo: Australia investigates suspected frog mucus deaths

Authorities believe shamanic rituals played a role in the deaths of Natasha Lechner and Jarrad Antonovich.

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Heather Armstrong: 'Queen of mommy blogging' dead at 47

Armstrong found success in the 2000s documenting the ups and downs of motherhood on her "Dooce" blog.

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House Republicans release probe into Biden family finances

A congressional report lists foreign payments to the president's family. The White House calls it "innuendo".

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Texas braces for worst as migrant rule change looms

US officials say disinformation spread by smugglers is fuelling a surge of migrants on the border.

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Italian mafia: Police arrest 61 suspected 'Ndrangheta in widespread raids

The sting was part of a wider operation to crack down on crimes including fraud and drug-trafficking.

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Eurovision Q&A: Who the hell are Teya and Salena?

The Austrian duo are among this year's favourites, with a song about being possessed by a dead poet.

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Cheng Lei: 1,000 days imprisoned in China for an unknown reason

Australian journalist Cheng Lei's partner tells the BBC he hopes for an end to her "awful situation".

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Briton pleads guilty in US to 2020 Twitter hack

It was probably the most high-profile hack in social media history, hitting dozens of famous accounts.

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The most iconic Eurovision performances from night one

The first semi-final is over in Liverpool - here's what you might have missed in 60 seconds.

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New Zealand: Auckland declares flood emergency as student goes missing in cave

New Zealand's biggest city faces further chaos as police search for a missing high school student.

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Turkey elections: Aftershocks of anger and grief in the quake-hit nation

On the ruined streets, some blame the president while others tell the BBC the disaster was unavoidable.

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Ottawa declares Chinese diplomat 'persona non grata' in Canada

The expulsion of a Chinese diplomat comes after claims Beijing sought to target a Canadian lawmaker.

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Jury hears closing remarks in Donald Trump civil rape case

Writer E Jean Carroll is accusing Donald Trump of assaulting her in the mid-90s, which he denies.

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MTV awards: Hollywood stars stand with striking writers at pre-recorded ceremony

Jennifer Coolidge and Pedro Pascal show their support at the MTV Movie and TV Awards.

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Ukraine war: At least five injured in airstrikes across country

At least five people are injured in the strikes, a day before Russia celebrates Victory Day.

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Manipur: Thousands displaced as ethnic clashes grip north-eastern state

Dozens have died in the Indian state of Manipur since violence broke out last week.

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St Kitts and Nevis is not totally free under King Charles III, says PM

Prime Minister Terrance Drew tells the BBC he will ask the people about making the country a republic.

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Che Guevara: Bolivian General Gary Prado Salmón who captured revolutionary dies

Gary Prado Salmón led troops who caught the famous Cuban revolutionary in the Bolivian jungle in 1967.

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Sudan fighting: Student engineer electrocuted fixing power in Darfur clinic

He was among volunteers who had reopened a medical facility that had shut amid clashes and looting.

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Yevgeny Prigozhin: Wagner boss 'promised ammunition' after retreat threat

Yevgeny Prigozhin seemingly U-turns on his threat to withdraw from the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut.

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Zakhar Prilepin: Russian pro-war writer hit by car bomb out of coma

Investigators claim a man, who allegedly detonated the bomb remotely, was working for Ukraine.

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Watch the King's Coronation side by side with his mother's

Watch to see what's changed since 1953 and what's stayed the same.

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Texas shooting: People flee as gunshots are heard at mall

A gunman opened fire at a shopping mall in Allen, Texas, killing eight people.

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Serbia mass shootings: Country reels in the wake of deadly attacks

Questions about the country's gun laws are being asked following two separate attacks this week.

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Ukraine war: Russia accused of using phosphorus bombs in Bakhmut

Rights groups warn the chemical is "notorious for the severity of the injuries it causes".

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Habib Chaab: Iran executes Swedish-Iranian for alleged terrorism

Habib Chaab was a founder of a group calling for independence for ethnic Arabs in Khuzestan province.

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Fire rages at Shell chemical plant in Texas

Huge plumes of black smoke billowed into the sky - reports say a blast caused the fire at Deer Park.

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Mexico claims proof of Chinese fentanyl smuggling

President López Obrador says he wants China to help fight the deadly opioid ravaging the US.

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Daniel Penny: Ex-Marine defends NYC subway chokehold

Lawyers for Daniel Penny say he and other passengers acted in self-defence when they restrained Jordan Neely.

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Their plane went down - how this WW2 Canada crew survived

Eighty years after their plane crashed, the story of a Halifax bomber crew is finally being told.

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Week in pictures: 29 April - 5 May 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken in the past seven days.

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Tyre Nichols autopsy shows he died of blunt force injuries

Tyre Nichols, 28, suffered from internal bleeding and tears to his brain, as well as bruises and cuts.

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Serie A: Fans ecstatic after Napoli’s first win in 33 years

Fireworks and flares were set off across the city after Napoli’s first Serie A title in 33 years.

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Polarised politics are tearing Pakistan apart

Amid unprecedented crisis, Pakistan's leaders are locked in a power struggle. What will happen?

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Ukraine: Drone shot down over Kyiv burns through sky

The drone was Ukrainian and downed by the country's own forces after it reportedly lost control.

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Udinese 1-1 Napoli: Southern Italian team wins Serie A title for first time in 33 years

Napoli win their first Serie A title for 33 years as they draw with Udinese at Dacia Arena to spark jubilant celebrations back in Naples.

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Fed raises US interest rates to highest in 16 years

The US central bank announces its tenth rate rise, while signalling it may be the last increase for now.

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Vinesh Phogat: Protesting India wrestlers say police assaulted them

The athletes are demanding the arrest of their federation chief, alleging sexual abuse.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky in The Hague as fresh blasts rock Kyiv

The Ukrainian president is in western Europe amid speculation over Wednesday's drone attack on the Kremlin.

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Why black bears love dumpster diving

Experts say garbage containers with food are an ideal spot for bears who eat just about anything.

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Katty Kay meets the would-be queen of Italy

All eyes are on Vittoria di Savoia, the first female heir to the Italian crown in a millennium.

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US regulator says Meta putting child users at risk

The Federal Trade Commission says it wants to stop Facebook's owner from making money out of children.

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Laos activist Anousa Luangsuphom killed in 'brazen' public shooting

The 25-year-old had run a popular Facebook page where people aired views critical of the authorities.

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India's Go First cancels flights after bankruptcy

The country's fourth largest carrier blames US engine maker Pratt & Whitney for its problems.

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US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy recounts bout of profound loneliness

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy tells of his struggle with isolation, likened to the danger of smoking.

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Suspect in Texas neighbour shooting arrested - reports

Francisco Oropesa, 38, is reportedly arrested in the town of Cut and Shoot, Texas, after a manhunt.

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US senator appears topless during Zoom vote

Republican lawmaker Calvin Bahr casts a vote at a legislative meeting streamed live on YouTube.

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Kosovo conflict: Serbia agrees to help find hundreds of missing

More than 1,600 are still missing more than 20 years after the period of ethnic violence ended.

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Met Gala 2023: Doja Cat and Jared Leto deliver wildest looks

Doja Cat was among the stars paying tribute not just to Karl Lagerfeld - but also his famous feline.

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BBC World Service launches emergency pop-up radio service for Sudan

The broadcaster says the pop-up service will provide "crucial" information for people in the country.

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Vanessa Hudson: Qantas appoints first female CEO as Alan Joyce steps down

Current financial chief and airline veteran Vanessa Hudson will take on the top job in November.

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Kenya starvation cult: 'My wife and six children followed Pastor Mackenzie'

Kenyans are trying to fathom why more than 100 people starved to death in an isolated camp.

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Debt ceiling: Janet Yellen warns US could hit debt ceiling by 1 June

Treasury Secretary has warned of "serious harm" to the economy if it hits the debt ceiling.

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Ukraine war: More than 20,000 Russian fighters dead in Bakhmut, US says

Russia has suffered more than 100,000 causalities in the battle for Bakhmut, the White House says.

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