Staying neutral on Russia, Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E. show the limits of their alliance with the U.S.

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Ukraine crisis: Google Maps live traffic data turned off in country

The live service has been shut down temporarily to protect users, but navigation features still work.

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Initial talks between Russia and Ukraine yield no resolution.

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Ukraine crisis: Ukrainians prepare to go home to fight

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Ukraine conflict: Putin's war prompts dramatic German U-turn

Germany's new chancellor announces a massive increase in military spending as anti-war crowds gather.

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Glasgow's homeless given free haircuts

A barber from Bearsden has been cutting the hair of homeless people.

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U.S. deflects Putin’s nuclear alert as another effort at escalation.

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Ukraine invasion: Putin puts nuclear forces on high alert

The president blames "unfriendly" Western actions towards Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.

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Ukraine invasion: Putin puts nuclear forces on high alert

The president blames "unfriendly" Western actions towards Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.

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Ucrania accede a conversaciones con Rusia

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Zelensky: The comedian president who is rising to the moment

Ukraine's president had no experience of politics when when elected in 2019, but has emerged as a convincing war leader.

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Stranded Soccer Stars, Frantic Phone Calls and a Race to Flee Kyiv

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Swift payments crackdown on Russia edges closer

Germany, the main opponent of excluding Russia from the Swift banking system, now says it favours curbs.

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Roman Abramovich gives trustees Chelsea 'stewardship'

Chelsea's Russian owner Roman Abramovich says he is "giving trustees of Chelsea's charitable foundation the stewardship and care" of the club.

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Combate en Kiev: la resistencia ucraniana retrasa la invasión rusa

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Ukraine conflict: BP under pressure to sell stake in Russian firm

The oil giant's boss is warned of UK government concerns about its "overexposure to Russian interests".

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Ukraine conflict: President Zelensky vows to defend independence

The president filmed himself surrounded by his advisers on the streets of Kyiv.

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Ukraine: Woman confronts armed Russian soldier

The woman angrily asks the soldier, seen holding a large machine gun, why he has come to the city.

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Venus Shows Its Hot, Cloudy Side

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Thousands of Russians protest President Vladimir V. Putin’s assault on Ukraine. Some chant: ‘No to war!

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Ukraine conflict: Russian public divided over invasion

The BBC talks to Russians in Moscow and Rostov to find out what they think of the assault on Ukraine.

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Ukraine invasion: Is this a new Cold War, asks John Simpson

Vladimir Putin might turn Russia back to the days of the USSR, our world affairs editor writes.

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Ukraine crisis: Warning UK energy bills could top £3,000 a year

The conflict in Ukraine could push the energy price cap to £3,238 a year from October, a report warns.

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‘I fear for my kids.’ Ukrainians in Kyiv flee the capital.

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Supreme Court Weighs Whether States May Defend a Trump Immigration Policy

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Ukraine-Russia crisis: The soldiers on the front line

BBC International correspondent Orla Guerin met Ukrainian soldiers fighting Russian-backed separatists.

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Burnley FC football fan 'gobsmacked' by lift plea response

Burnley fan Christopher Coxhead, who has Parkinson's disease, appealed for help getting to matches.

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The Ukraine Crisis: Will Sanctions Against Russia Work?

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Lost dog survives stormy days on mountains

Molly the springer spaniel is home, thanks to some ham, after going missing during Storm Franklin.

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Ukraine: Putin tells Russia's spy chief to speak plainly

Russian president presses Sergei Naryshkin during a meeting with top security officials.

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Global Tours Were Key for Orchestras. Then the Pandemic Hit.

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Boots to sell £6 Covid tests ahead of rule change

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Gregory McMichael’s lawyer notes that he had not used racist slurs.

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Russia recognises Ukraine separatist regions

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Angel Lynn: Court to review pair's kidnap sentences

Angel Lynn suffered serious head injuries when she fell from a van after being kidnapped.

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Paul Farmer, Pioneer of Global Health, Dies at 62

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Storm Eunice: Baby born on hard shoulder near Felixstowe

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Credit Suisse denies wrongdoing after big banking data leak

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Missing dog Zoey reunited with owners after 12 years

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These vaccines have been embraced by the world. Why not in China?

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Buckingham Palace eases concerns over Queen's Covid case

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U.S. Lifts Temporary Ban on Avocados From Mexico

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Ukraine will not respond to provocations, Zelensky says

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Russia has been laying groundwork online for a ‘false flag’ operation, misinformation researchers say.

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Ukraine conflict: Russia accused of creating fake crisis in breakaway region

Tensions are escalating over a breakaway region, as rebels say they have ordered people to evacuate.

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‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ Postpones Broadway Reopening Until April

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Drivers rescue ambulance stuck in snow on 999 call

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Chasing the Yosemite National Park ‘Firefall’

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‘They’re going to corral us.’ Truckers dig in as the police close on the encampment.

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Canada protests: Police warn protesters to leave amid plans to clear blockade

Prime Minister Trudeau is defending his decision to invoke the Emergencies Act to end the protests.

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China’s Fastest Olympics Entrant? Climb Aboard.

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Canada protests: Police warn protesters to leave amid plans to clear blockade

Prime Minister Trudeau is defending his decision to invoke the Emergencies Act to end the protests.

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Rylee Foster: Liverpool goalkeeper on 'miracle' recovery after car accident

Liverpool goalkeeper Rylee Foster says she has experienced "dark" moments in her recovery from a car accident in October but has been given hope of a return to football.

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Dreamy Breakfasts for a Long Weekend

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Batman scene funeral for Only Fools and Horses fan in Essex

An Only Fools and Horses-themed funeral with its famous Batman scene is held for a fan of the show.

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Prince Andrew's statement seems to contradict answers he gave me - Emily Maitlis

The BBC Newsnight presenter compares Prince Andrew's latest statement with the defence he offered in their 2019 interview.

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A truckers’ outpost outside of Ottawa remains a mystery.

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Britain will extend Covid vaccine eligibility to all children 5 to 11.

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Beverly Ross, Teenage Songwriter in Rock ’n’ Roll’s Youth, Dies at 87

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Behind Olympic Walls, a Quest for the Great Food of China

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The Myth of the Magic Sports Beard

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Hackers attack Ukraine’s defense ministry, army and state banks, agency says.

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Rust shooting: Lawsuit alleges Baldwin 'recklessly shot' Hutchins

Halyna Hutchins died on the set of Rust after Alec Baldwin discharged a live weapon.

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Undercover footage reveals evidence of animal abuse on farm

Footage shared with BBC Panorama reveals cows being hit and kicked on a large dairy farm in Wales.

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Is a troop drawdown meaningful? It is too early to tell, analysts warn.

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Winter Olympics: What are the drugs test rules and what did Kamila Valieva do?

A 15-year-old Winter Olympic figure skater has failed a drugs test, so why can she still compete?

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Senate Republicans Move to Stall Critical Vote on Fed Nominees

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Killer murdered three people 'in campaign of crime'

Anthony Russell has admitted killing a mum and son plus a pregnant woman he is accused of raping.

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Electronic problems in curling stones show how the sport is more than granite and tradition.

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Ukraine: Social media videos show Russian military equipment on the move near border

Social media clips show military vehicles on the move - despite Russia's denials of an attack.

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Ukraine: Social media videos show Russian military equipment on the move near border

Social media clips show military vehicles on the move - despite Russia's denials of an attack.

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Satellite images and videos show the scale of Russia’s military buildup.

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Luxury Resort in Spain Must Be Demolished, Court Finds

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Von Miller joining Aaron Donald gave the Rams a potent duo against the pass.

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Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia within 48 hours to discuss build-up

Ukraine accuses Russia of ignoring requests to explain its troop build-up, and calls for a meeting.

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Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia within 48 hours to discuss build-up

Ukraine accuses Russia of ignoring requests to explain its troop build-up, and calls for a meeting.

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12 Economically Insecure Americans on What Keeps Them Up at Night

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Don’t expect this Super Bowl’s ticket prices to set records.

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Fans must show proof of vaccination or negative tests to get into SoFi Stadium.

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An old falsehood resurfaces: that Justin Trudeau is Fidel Castro’s son.

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Six Nations: France 30-24 Ireland - hosts take control of championship with heavyweight win

France cement their position as Six Nations favourites by holding off Ireland in a pulsating heavyweight encounter at the Stade de France.

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An old falsehood resurfaces: that Justin Trudeau is Fidel Castro’s son.

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Covid protests: Paris police fire tear gas at demonstrators

Police have already intercepted hundreds of vehicles trying to get into the city.

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Chelsea 2-1 Palmeiras (aet): Kai Havertz winner secures Club World Cup for Blues

Chelsea are crowned Club World Cup champions after an extra-time victory against Brazilian club Palmeiras in Abu Dhabi.

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U.S. intelligence agencies warn of another effort by Russia to create pretext for an invasion.

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Super Bowl LVI by the Numbers

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