Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia

The K-pop superstars are among major acts that have returned as pandemic restrictions ease.

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More civil servants to strike on Budget day

Some 33,000 civil servants will join 100,000 of their colleagues taking strike action on 15 March.

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Venus and Jupiter to create spectacle in the sky

People, even without a telescope, will see the astronomical phenomenon by looking west after sundown.

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Watch Kate beat William in spin class endurance race

The Princess of Wales is awarded a golden trophy after winning the race at a leisure centre.

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Finland starts construction of Russia border fence

The Finnish government has sought to boost border security since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Cut parents' benefits over school truancy, suggests Michael Gove

The cabinet minister says the measure could help restore an "ethic of responsibility".

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Monday, 27 February 2023

Ukraine war: Viral conspiracy theories falsely claim the war is fake

False claims that the war in Ukraine is a hoax have been shared online as the country marked the first anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion.

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Canada bans TikTok on government devices

The federal government says the video app is an "unacceptable" risk to privacy and security.

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Physical 100: Are K-reality shows the next Korean cultural trend?

After Squid Game comes the hit survival-of-the-fittest reality show Physical 100.

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Wizz Air to suspend Moldova flights over airspace safety

The suspension, from 14 March, comes after a Russian missile crossed Moldovan skies.

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Wizz Air to suspend Moldova flights over airspace safety

The suspension, from 14 March, comes after a Russian missile crossed Moldovan skies.

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Elon Musk defends racist tirade by Dilbert creator Scott Adams

Twitter's CEO accused US media of racism after multiple newspapers dropped the popular cartoon.

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Sunday, 26 February 2023

Ukraine war: Designing oufits for Beyoncé and Smith Smith from Kyiv

Beyoncé, Doja Cat and Sam Smith are some of the artists Ukrainian Ivan Frolov has designed for.

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Ocean plastic: How tech is being used to clean up waste problem

An organisation is scaling up its attempts to solve the world's marine plastic waste problem.

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EU chief and UK PM to hold 'final talks' on NI deal

The EU's Ursula von der Leyen will be in the UK on Monday for face-to-face talks with PM Rishi Sunak.

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Labour says UK risks falling behind Poland

Sir Keir Starmer says that without new policies, living standards will fall below those in eastern Europe.

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Delhi's Manish Sisodia arrested over corruption allegations

Delhi's deputy chief minister denies the allegations - his party says "dirty politics" is behind the move.

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Israel and Palestinians pledge to reduce violence

As rare talks were held in Jordan, a Palestinian gunman killed two Israelis in the occupied West Bank.

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Omagh police shooting: Court extends detention of 43-year-old

Police investigating attempted murder of Det Ch Insp John Caldwell given extension to question man, 43.

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Saturday, 25 February 2023

The Papers: Sunak on Brexit deal and 'Tory anger over Charles'

Many of Sunday's papers look at Rishi Sunak's negotiations with Brussels over a new Brexit deal for Northern Ireland.

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Northern Ireland Protocol: PM says he is 'giving everything' to reach agreement

The prime minister says no agreement has been made but he is hopeful of a "positive outcome".

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William and Kate support opposite sides at Six Nations

The Prince of Wales joked about a "tense drive home" before the match between England and Wales.

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G20 meeting deadlocked over calling out Ukraine war

Russia and China refused to condemn Moscow's invasion at a meeting of finance ministers in India.

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G20 meeting deadlocked over calling out Ukraine war

Russia and China refused to condemn Moscow's invasion at a meeting of finance ministers in India.

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Friday, 24 February 2023

Eurovision 2023: Government pledges £10m towards Liverpool song contest

The money will go on operational costs like security and visas for the show, being held in Liverpool.

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King had planned to meet EU chief

Saturday's meeting between the King and Ursula von der Leyen has been cancelled due to operational reasons.

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Ukraine war: Russia interrupts UN minute's silence

The Russian ambassador said he wanted the UN to commemorate everyone who has died in Ukraine since 2014.

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Bird flu: UK health officials make contingency plans

There is no evidence bird flu will start spreading between people but experts are preparing for any scenario.

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US ex-lawyer Alex Murdaugh admits he stole millions for drugs

The former lawyer accused of murdering his wife and son had a powerful 60-pill-a-day opiate habit.

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Succession: Show's creator announces show will end after fourth season

The Emmy-winning show's creator Jesse Armstrong says it feels like the right time for it to end.

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Thursday, 23 February 2023

Rihanna to perform Lift Me Up at the Oscars

The performance comes on the heels of her solo Super Bowl halftime show earlier this month.

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Latvian MP swears at Russia in Ukraine protest walkout

Delegates walked out of a security conference after a Russian representative began speaking.

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Disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein gets 16 more years in prison

The former film magnate is already serving a 23-year sentence after a similar conviction in New York.

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R. Kelly gets extra prison time after latest sex abuse conviction

The disgraced singer is sentenced to 20 years, but 19 will be served alongside an existing term.

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R. Kelly gets extra prison time after latest sex abuse conviction

The disgraced singer is sentenced to 20 years, but 19 will be served alongside an existing term.

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Wednesday, 22 February 2023

Brazil landslides: 'I knew most of the people buried'

More than 40 people have been killed in landslides which hit coastal towns in Brazil's SĂŁo Paulo state.

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Ukraine war: Big mistake for Russia to suspend nuclear arms treaty, Biden says

On Tuesday President Putin said Moscow would suspend participation in the New Start treaty.

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Rapper Nipsey Hussle's killer Eric R Holder Jr gets 60 years in prison

Eric R. Holder, Jr. receives 60 years to life for the murder of the Grammy-nominated rapper in LA.

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Donald Trump says officials 'indifferent' after Ohio train derailment

The former president says officials "changed their tune" after he announced a visit to Ohio.

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Selfie image shows US pilot flying over Chinese 'spy balloon'

The image, shot from the plane cockpit, reportedly has "legendary status" within the Pentagon

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Brazil landslides: Dozens missing, feared buried in the mud

More than 40 people have been killed in landslides which hit coastal towns in Brazil's SĂŁo Paulo state.

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Eleven Palestinians killed during Israeli raid in Nablus

More than 80 people also suffer bullet wounds after troops surround a house with militants inside.

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Suella Braverman plays down resignation talk over Brexit

But the home secretary says she won't support any protocol deal that "sells out" Northern Ireland.

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Tuesday, 21 February 2023

Plymouth shooting: Gun laws could be reformed

Home Office minister Chris Philp commits to making "any further changes needed" to licensing.

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Ukraine war: President Putin speech fact-checked

The Russian president gave a long address in Moscow - we've fact-checked of some his claims.

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Mexico's ex-security minister Genaro Garcia Luna convicted of drug trafficking

A key figure in Mexico's war on drugs is found guilty of taking bribes from a big drug cartel.

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Ukraine war: Two presidents, two speeches, two different world views

The BBC's Richard Galpin looks at Joe Biden's and Vladimir Putin's speeches, addressing the Ukraine war.

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Biden hails 'rock solid' Nato as Putin blames West for Russia's war

In separate speeches, Russia's leader targets the West but the US president says his lust for land will fail.

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Kenya to investigate 'sex for work' exposed in BBC tea documentary

Parliament orders an inquiry after dozens of women speak of abuse on British-operated tea farms.

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Plymouth shootings: Why was Jake Davison allowed a gun?

Plymouth gunman Jake Davison had a history of violent outbursts but was granted a shotgun licence.

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Monday, 20 February 2023

Alec Baldwin firearm enhancement in manslaughter charge downgraded

New Mexico prosecutors drop firearm enhancement charges, lowering a potential prison sentence.

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Twitter to charge users for text-message authentication

Elon Musk said Twitter was being "scammed" by phone companies over fake authentication-text costs

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Organ harvest victim thought he was in UK to work, court told

A Nigerian senator, his wife, their daughter and an associate are on trial charged with exploiting the 21-year-old.

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Justin Welby rejected as leader by conservative Anglicans over same-sex blessings

10 Archbishops criticise Justin Welby over the Church of England backing blessings for same-sex couples.

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UK supermarkets face tomato shortages

Harvests in Europe and Africa have been disrupted by bad weather, a retail body says.

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Sunday, 19 February 2023

The Papers: 'Heartbreak' as Nicola search brings 'family's worst fear'

The discovery in a river by walkers, three weeks after the 45-year-old vanished, dominates the papers.

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Australian man killed by shark at popular beach in New Caledonia

The attack, which took place before horrified onlookers, is the third in Noumea in as many weeks.

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We want Russia to come, say Moldova protesters

Crowds in Chisinau voice anger at rising living costs and poverty as Moscow is accused of sending saboteurs.

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Dickie Davies, host of ITV's World of Sport for nearly two decades, dies

The presenter famously anchored the five-hour live TV marathon every Saturday between 1968 and 1985.

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Bafta bits you may have missed

All Quiet On The Western Front wasn't the only winner in town at 2023's Bafta Awards.

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Has Putin's war failed and what does Russia want?

A year into Russia's war, he has little to show for it but there is no sign of an end.

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Saturday, 18 February 2023

The Papers: Johnson ready to derail PM's plan and 'eviction for Andrew'

Former PM says it is a mistake to scrap NI Protocol bill and Duke of York might lose £30m mansion after grant cut.

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Andrew Lloyd Webber piece among new coronation music

The coronation service for King Charles will feature 12 newly-commissioned pieces of music.

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Why TikTok sleuths descended on Nicola Bulley’s village

Marianna Spring goes to visits St Michael's on Wyre to try to understand the scale of the social media frenzy.

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The protesters who've gone missing as China deepens crackdown

Police have quietly gone after those who took part in the November protests that shook China.

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Former US President Jimmy Carter to receive hospice care

The former US president will "spend his remaining time at home with his family", the Carter Center said.

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Former US President Jimmy Carter to receive hospice care

The former US president will "spend his remaining time at home with his family", the Carter Center said.

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Rishi Sunak: Ukraine's long-term security must be ensured now

Allies must give advanced Nato-standard equipment and long-term security assurances, Sunak says.

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Asylum hotel disorder: Demonstrations held in Liverpool

Hundreds attend a rally in support of refugees after violence outside a hotel housing asylum seekers.

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Friday, 17 February 2023

University strikes: UCU action paused over seven days

The union said it had made "significant progress" across multiple issues during talks with employers.

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How MI5 caught UK embassy spy selling secrets to Russia

The BBC's Home Affairs correspondent explains what David Smith did, and how he was stopped.

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Manchester United: Sheikh Jassim confirms bid to buy Premier League club

Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad bin Jaber Al Thani, the chairman of one of Qatar's biggest banks, confirms a bid to buy Manchester United.

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US food sanitation firm fined after children worked nights

More than 100 teenagers, ages 13-17, worked for a sanitation company, the Department of Labor says.

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Bus £2 fare cap extended for three months

The government support comes after warnings hundreds of services could be cut if funding ended.

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Thursday, 16 February 2023

England 4-0 South Korea: Lionesses cruise to victory in Arnold Clark Cup opener

England's defence of their Arnold Clark Cup title gets off to the perfect start as they comfortably beat South Korea at Stadium MK.

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Joe Biden says he makes no apologies for downing China balloon

Mr Biden says he will speak with China's President Xi Jinping soon "to get to the bottom of this".

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Bruce Willis has dementia, family announces

He was diagnosed with aphasia in spring last year, but the condition has progressed.

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Zelensky: 'Big mistake' if Belarus gets involved in war with Russia

The Ukrainian president was asked about if Russia attacked from the Belarussian border.

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Biden says he makes no apologies for downing China balloon

Mr Biden says he will speak with China's President Xi Jinping soon "to get to the bottom of this".

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Wednesday, 15 February 2023

Panama migrant bus plunges off road killing 39

Migrants hoping to reach the US died when their bus fell into a ravine near Costa Rica.

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Raquel Welch: US actress and model dead at 82

Welch won a Golden Globe Award in 1974 for her performance in The Three Musketeers.

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Jeremy Corbyn: Starmer move flagrant attack on democracy

The former Labour leader attacks a decision to bar him from representing Labour at the next election.

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New Barney leaves fans bemused by reimagined image

People online mock the dinosaur's reimagined image, which will appear in a new animated series.

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Six times Nicola Sturgeon spoke her mind

Scotland's first minister shared her view on the Tories, Jeremy Clarkson and controversial haircuts.

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Tuesday, 14 February 2023

AC Milan 1-0 Tottenham: Antonio Conte's side fall to narrow first-leg loss in last 16

Brahim Diaz scores the only goal to give AC Milan a 1-0 win in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Tottenham.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake: Satellite images show Jindayris devastation

More than 500 bodies have been pulled from the rubble of 200 destroyed buildings in Jindayris.

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Col Paris Davis: Black Vietnam veteran to finally receive Medal of Honor

US President Joe Biden personally calls retired Col Paris Davis after a wait of almost sixty years.

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King Charles hears emotional pleas for Turkey-Syria earthquake aid

The King is told about the earthquake "catastrophe" in Turkey and Syria by those who have lost family.

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Pierre Palmade: French comic faces charges over drug-fuelled crash

Pierre Palmade faces charges after a head-on collision led to a woman losing her unborn baby.

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Footage shows how van driver rammed police cars in M1 chase

Two police officers are injured after their car is forced into a barrier during the pursuit.

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Monday, 13 February 2023

Cyclone Gabrielle: New Zealand declares state of emergency

It is the third time in the nation's history a state of emergency has been declared.

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Ashley Dale: Two more men charged over woman shot dead in garden

Ashley Dale, 28, was found with a gunshot wound in a back garden in Liverpool on 21 August.

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White House defends decision to shoot down flying objects

Questions remain over what the three objects shot down over North America this weekend were.

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Champions League final: Uefa 'responsible' for chaos before Liverpool v Real Madrid in Paris

Uefa bears "primary responsibility" for the chaotic scenes before last year's Champions League final, an independent review has found.

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No aliens insists White House before ET joke about shot down objects

Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre reassures the US population as questions remain over the shot down objects.

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Police hunt 200,000 Creme Eggs stolen in Telford

Officers bid to "save Easter" by tracking down the seasonal chocolate valued at about £40,000.

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Sunday, 12 February 2023

Brianna Ghey: Boy and girl arrested over Warrington park stabbing

A 15-year-old boy and girl are being held on suspicion of murdering a 16-year-old girl in Warrington.

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US military shoots down another flying object over Lake Huron

Washington has been on high alert since its military destroyed a suspected Chinese spy balloon on 4 February.

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New Zealand storm Gabrielle: Tense wait as ex-cyclone moves over North Island

Some people have been told to evacuate there homes and the worst weather is expected on Monday.

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Cardiff: Mosque sets up collection after earthquakes

Volunteers come together for a clothing drive, with donations to be sent to north-west Syria.

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Why are BP, Shell, and other oil giants making so much money right now?

Oil and gas producers are making billions while bills soar. Should governments tax them more?

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Nicola Bulley: Yellow ribbons left near where mother last seen

Messages are placed at bridge on the River Wyre as police search for the missing mother continues.

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Saturday, 11 February 2023

The boxer who fled Iran seeking the freedom to fight

Exiled after competing in France while failing to wear a hijab, Sadaf Khadem says it is now her home.

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Brit Awards 2023: Harry Styles steals the show with four wins

"I'm aware of my privilege tonight," Styles said, naming women who missed out on artist of the year.

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US aircraft shoots down new airborne object over Canada

It comes after the US shot down an aerial object off the coast of Alaska on Friday.

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US aircraft shoots down new airborne object over Canada

It comes after the US shot down an aerial object off the coast of Alaska on Friday.

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Bournemouth 1-1 Newcastle United: Visitors match club record unbeaten run in the league

Newcastle extend their unbeaten run to a club record-equalling 17 league games but have to settle for a point on Eddie Howe's return to Bournemouth.

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Turkey earthquake rescue: How two sisters were saved from the rubble

The BBC witnesses the hours-long rescue of Merve and Irem from a collapsed apartment block in Turkey.

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Friday, 10 February 2023

Marina Ovsyannikova: Anti-war Russian journalist recounts dramatic escape

Maria Ovsyannikova, who protested live on air last year, is now in France but still fears for her life.

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Fighter jets for Ukraine: The challenges of giving warplanes to Kyiv

Ukraine wants Western jets to help fight Russia, but using them effectively could be difficult.

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Fighter jets for Ukraine: The challenges of giving warplanes to Kyiv

Ukraine wants Western jets to help fight Russia, but using them effectively could be difficult.

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Moldovan government resigns in wake of multiple crises

The country, which neighbours Ukraine, is battling inflation, an energy crisis and Russian aggression.

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Paris Olympics 2024: Russian participation 'can't be covered up by white flag' - Ukraine president

Russian participation in the Paris 2024 Olympics "cannot be covered up with pretend neutrality or a white flag", says Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky.

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Thursday, 9 February 2023

Alec Baldwin sued by Halyna Hutchins' family over Rust film

The family of Halyna Hutchins, who died in the October 2021 shooting, have filed a civil suit.

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Burt Bacharach: 12 of the legendary composer's greatest songs

The late composer was behind classics like I Say a Little Prayer, Walk On By and The Look of Love.

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Donald Trump back on Facebook and Instagram

The former US president's feeds, which have tens of millions of followers, have been restored.

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Press watchdog investigating Jeremy Clarkson's Meghan column

Press regulator Ipso received more than 25,000 complaints about the piece published in the Sun.

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Donald Trump back on Facebook and Instagram

The former US president's feeds, which have tens of millions of followers, have been restored.

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Wednesday, 8 February 2023

How rescue videos give only glimpse into Syria quake horror

A look at how the BBC is able to cover the story with such limited access on the ground.

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Nicola Bulley: Dive team pull out as search extended

Divers say Nicola Bulley is "categorically not" in the section of river where police think she fell.

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The clues in the State of the Union that suggest Joe Biden will run for president in 2024

His address carried hints at what a re-election bid may look like, our North America editor says.

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Turkey earthquake: How do search and rescue teams save people?

A search and rescue operation is under way, with specialist teams arriving from around the world.

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Former X Factor star Katie Waissel welcomes extra support for TV contestants

Katie Waissel says she had a "horrifying" experience during and after being on The X Factor in 2010.

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Tuesday, 7 February 2023

Oscars: Danielle Deadwyler claims Hollywood is 'deeply impacted by racism'

Danielle Deadwyler and Viola Davis were tipped to be nominated for best actress, but missed out.

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Rishi Sunak's 'maths until 18' plan questioned by experts

The PM's idea won't work without big changes to the education system, experts say.

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Turkey earthquake: Mexico sends its famed search and rescue dogs

Quake-prone Mexico has expert teams of humans and canines specialised in searching through rubble.

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Russia's African footprint grows with Lavrov trip to Mali

Amid Russia's isolation, its friendship with Mali blossoms, but has it stopped jihadist violence?

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Turkey earthquake: Bodies in street after quake as anger grows over aid

The death toll in Turkey continues to rise as survivors struggle to find shelter and support.

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Monday, 6 February 2023

Chris Mason: Sunak's backseat-driving former prime ministers

Rishi Sunak has a minibus full of predecessors who could end up as backseat drivers - with Liz Truss the latest to lurch towards the wheel.

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Suspected Chinese spy balloon was 200ft tall - US defence official

An official says the size of the object informed the decision not to shoot it down before Saturday.

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Turkey earthquake: Dramatic moments from first quake on video

Verified footage on social media from the moments the earthquake struck Turkey and Syria on Sunday morning.

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Former aide accuses Republican George Santos of sexual misconduct

The prospective staffer has asked the House ethics panel to look into a sexual misconduct claim.

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Turkey earthquake: Before and after images show extent of destruction

Photos from Turkey and Syria show collapsed buildings and devastation across the region.

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Sunday, 5 February 2023

HIV testing: Free do-it-at home kit offered in England

The kit is small enough to fit through a letterbox and arrives in plain packaging through the post.

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Grammy Awards 2023: Viola Davis becomes an EGOT

The star is only the 18th person to win each of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award.

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Grammys: Viola Davis joins exclusive winners' club

The star is only the 18th person to win each of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award.

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Pope and protestant leaders denounce anti-gay laws

Pope Francis said laws which criminalise homosexuality were a sin and "an injustice".

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Pope and protestant leaders denounce anti-gay laws

Pope Francis said laws which criminalise homosexuality were a sin and "an injustice".

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China balloon: US searches in Atlantic for wreckage

The US is trying recover debris from the suspected spy balloon that fell in shallow waters off South Carolina.

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Saturday, 4 February 2023

Giant wave overturns yacht during dramatic US rescue

Video shows the vessel capsizing in rough Pacific seas as the man on board is rescued.

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Lib Dems call for higher pay for social care staff

Sir Ed Davey says a higher minimum wage for the sector would help prevent an "exodus" to better paid jobs.

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Luxury rehab centres now offer therapy for 'crypto addiction'

Luxury rehab centres address the life-consuming nature of crypto trading, but some question the huge costs.

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Nurses offer to call off strikes in England if Sunak makes fresh pay offer

The head of the UK's biggest nursing union tells the PM "meaningful offers" could avert strike action.

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Giant wave overturns yacht during dramatic US rescue

Video shows the vessel capsizing in rough Pacific seas as the man on board is rescued.

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Princess of Wales shares new baby picture of herself

Catherine urges others to share photos of early memories to encourage talk about vital childhood years.

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Friday, 3 February 2023

The US-China spy balloon row in under a minute

BBC security correspondent Gordon Corera explains what it's all about.

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Turkey's Erdogan still fighting for power after 20 years

Profile of Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who faces a strong challenge to his leadership in May elections.

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The US-China spy balloon row in under a minute

BBC security correspondent Gordon Corera explains what it's all about.

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Andrew Tate: Influencer threatened workers with violence, victim claims

The alleged victim claims Andrew Tate forced workers to raise €10,000 a month on social media platforms.

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Andrew Tate: Influencer threatened workers with violence, victim claims

The alleged victim claims Andrew Tate forced workers to raise €10,000 a month on social media platforms.

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Inside the Happy Valley house

As the final series draws to a close, the BBC gets a glimpse of the real life house of the Cawood clan.

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Thursday, 2 February 2023

Apple sales in biggest fall since 2019

The decline came as people cut back in the face of higher living costs, said Apple's boss.

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Rishi Sunak says he'll release tax return soon in Piers Morgan interview

The PM says he'll be "transparent" in a wide-ranging interview to mark his 100th day in office.

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Punxsutawney Phil is not the only furry forecaster

Punxatawney Phil may be the star of Groundhog Day, but US towns have many other predictive rodents.

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Historic deep freeze to hit US northeast as ice storm subsides in south

The weather service is warning of "once-in-a-generation" wind chills from Pennsylvania to Maine.

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Natalie McNally: Stephen McCullagh charged with murder of pregnant woman

A livestream of Stephen McCullagh playing games at the time of death was pre-recorded, a court hears.

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Wednesday, 1 February 2023

Pope Francis in DR Congo: A million celebrate Kinshasa Mass

This is said to be the second largest Mass Pope Francis has held, after one in the Philippines in 2015.

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Nikki Haley poised to enter 2024 presidential race

The former UN ambassador will reportedly announce a presidential run at an event on 15 February.

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ChatGPT firm trials $20 monthly subscription fee

The chatbot has been used millions of times since its public launch last year.

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Ukraine war: Russia planning 24 February offensive, Ukrainian defence minister says

Ukraine's defence minister says Russia has amassed some 500,000 men for an attack in the coming weeks.

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Gareth Thomas: No HIV legal action regrets - rugby star's ex

Gareth Thomas's former partner says the settlement has brought closure following his HIV diagnosis.

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HSBC staff get a uniform of jumpsuits and jeans

The shift to casual wear for the bank's UK branch staff comes after BA unveiled jumpsuits for cabin crew.

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