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The Men Who Use Instagram to Groom Child Influencers

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Carlsen to rejoin chess championship after jeans dispute resolved

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Rebel Wilson marries Ramona Agruma in Sydney ceremony

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India mourns ex-PM Manmohan Singh with full state funeral

Mourners gathered across Delhi to pay respects to a former PM many credit for India's economic reform.

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'Tears of joy' - Sudan capital gets first aid convoy since war began

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Finland investigates Russia 'shadow fleet' ship after cable damage

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Russia warns against 'hypotheses' after Azerbaijan Airlines crash

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Five Gaza journalists killed in Israeli strike

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How A.I. Could Reshape the Economic Geography of America

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Watch: ISS crew sends Christmas greetings from space

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An A.I. Boom Makes Electricians Flock to Central Washington

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Dozens killed as passenger plane crashes in Kazakhstan

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Drug lord back in Colombia after 20 years in US jail

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Biden commutes 37 out of 40 federal death sentences

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Guatemala police clash with Jewish sect over 160 at-risk children

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Japanese city to name and shame people who break trash rules

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Honda and Nissan hold merger talks

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Amazon Disregarded Internal Warnings on Injuries, Senate Investigation Claims

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Seven tourists in Fiji hospital with suspected alcohol poisoning

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Australia says 'Bali Nine' drug smugglers have returned home

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Another New Twitter? Good Luck With That.

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Andreessen Horowitz, Benchmark and the Transformation of Venture Capital

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Canada euthanasia now accounts for nearly one in 20 deaths

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Syria chemical attack victims want investigations reopened

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Relatives of missing Syrians 'suspended between hope and despair'

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Brazil's Lula 'well' after brain bleed surgery

The 79-year-old leader's bleed stems from an injury he sustained during a fall in October.

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Women prisoners told 'you can go out now' by Syrian rebels

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Jay-Z accused with Diddy in lawsuit of raping girl, 13, in 2000

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Analysis: Relief and uncertainty in Syria and region

The end of the Assad family's five-decade rule will reshape the balance of power in the region, but many uncertainties lie ahead.

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Crowds gather in Damascus after rebels declare city 'free'

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Explosion hits block of flats in The Hague

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On These Apps, the Dark Promise of Mothers Sexually Abusing Children

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The incident resulted in a huge outrage in India after a video from the protest went viral.

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Japanese star Miho Nakayama found dead at 54

Nakayama, best known for her role in the 1995 film Love Letter, was found dead in a bathtub at home.

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Moment former Syrian president's statue toppled in Hama

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How Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, Is Avoiding Billions in Taxes

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Housemate convicted of horrific murder of Kenyan LGBT activist

The body of Edwin Chiloba was found dumped in a box last year, sparking global condemnation.

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S Korean leader under pressure as impeachment vote looms

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Barnier to resign as French PM after government collapse

Barnier is likely to stay on as caretaker prime minister while Macron chooses a successor, a process which could take weeks.

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'Pickling a cucumber changed my life' says TikTok award winner

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'Deeply disturbed': South Koreans react to President Yoon's martial law order

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BBC Verify tracks week of rebel advances in Syria

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Sultan abdul hameed

Sultan Abdulhamid II: The Last Ottoman Sultan to Navigate an Era of Change Sultan Abdulhamid II, one of the most significant rulers of the Ottoman Empire, reigned from 1876 until 1909. His tenure witnessed the empire at a crossroads—struggling to maintain its former grandeur while facing mounting internal and external pressures. Often characterized as both an autocrat and a reformist, Abdulhamid's reign is a subject of intense debate. Some view him as a visionary protector of his empire, while others see him as a despotic ruler who resisted modernization and contributed to the empire's eventual decline. Early Life and Ascension to the Throne Born on September 21, 1842, in Istanbul, Abdulhamid II was the son of Sultan Mahmud II and his concubine, Tarabya. Growing up in a period of significant political change, Abdulhamid witnessed the decline of the once-powerful Ottoman Empire, particularly in the aftermath of the failed Tanzimat reforms. His education was intense and thorough, including studies in literature, languages, history, and administration, preparing him for the day he would eventually ascend the throne. Abdulhamid became sultan in 1876 following the abdication of his brother, Sultan Murad V, who was deposed due to mental instability. Upon his ascension, Abdulhamid found himself at the helm of a crumbling empire. The empire was dealing with numerous challenges, including territorial losses in Europe, the rise of nationalist movements, and the pressure to modernize while maintaining traditional Ottoman values. Abdulhamid's ability to navigate these challenges would shape the course of his reign. Reign and Policies Abdulhamid's reign was marked by his strong, centralized leadership and his ability to maintain relative stability despite the empire's decline. His most notable achievement was his ability to retain control over the empire at a time when much of it seemed on the brink of disintegration. 1. Autocracy and Authoritarian Rule Unlike his predecessors, Abdulhamid was deeply suspicious of liberal reforms and constitutionalism. His ascension came shortly after the promulgation of the first Ottoman constitution in 1876, which aimed to introduce a parliamentary system. However, within two years, Abdulhamid suspended the constitution, dissolved the parliament, and took full control over the empire, thus cementing his absolute authority. His reign thereafter became characterized by his autocratic rule, centralizing power in the sultan's hands and curbing any opposition to his reign. Abdulhamid's autocracy was often justified as a means of maintaining stability in a time of great uncertainty. By stifling dissent, he sought to avoid the kind of chaos that had led to the downfall of previous rulers. He also relied heavily on a vast surveillance network and internal policing to suppress political opposition, resulting in a climate of fear and repression. 2. Military and Administrative Reforms Although known for his despotic rule, Abdulhamid also pursued various military and administrative reforms. Aware that the Ottoman Empire was facing significant military weaknesses, he focused on modernizing the army and revamping the naval fleet. Abdulhamid made efforts to upgrade the military’s technology by acquiring modern weaponry and organizing new training programs for officers. In terms of administration, Abdulhamid centralized control over provincial governors, reducing the influence of local elites and strengthening the state's authority. He established a network of secret police and intelligence services to ensure that the central government remained in control. 3. Economic Reforms and Infrastructure Projects Economically, Abdulhamid sought to boost the empire’s flagging economy by implementing policies aimed at industrialization. One of the most important initiatives was the construction of the Hijaz Railway, which aimed to connect Istanbul to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. The railway project not only had economic and logistical importance but also symbolized Abdulhamid’s desire to strengthen his control over the empire’s Arab territories, which were increasingly slipping into the influence of European powers. While the railway project was one of Abdulhamid's most ambitious undertakings, his attempts at modernizing the economy were hindered by limited resources and increasing foreign intervention. Much of the empire’s debt was tied up with European creditors, and by the late 19th century, the empire was effectively under foreign financial control, further weakening the sultan's power. 4. Religious Conservatism Abdulhamid’s rule was also marked by a significant emphasis on Islam. Unlike many Western-leaning Ottoman reformists, Abdulhamid placed a strong emphasis on preserving the Islamic identity of the empire. He sought to portray himself as the protector of Islam, particularly after the dissolution of the caliphate's political power. Abdulhamid’s approach to Islam was intertwined with his political aims, as he sought to garner support from religious conservatives, especially in the empire's Arab provinces. He utilized Islamic institutions, such as the religious courts and the ulama (Islamic scholars), to consolidate his power. His policies were designed to reassert the centrality of the Sultan-Caliph in the Islamic world. This religious dimension was a significant aspect of his rule, as it was used to justify his autocratic actions and the consolidation of power in Istanbul. 5. Foreign Relations and Diplomacy Abdulhamid faced mounting external pressures, particularly from European powers like Britain, France, and Russia, as well as from nationalist movements within the empire's provinces. He skillfully navigated the complex geopolitical environment by maintaining a policy of neutrality during much of his reign. However, he also relied on strategic alliances with Germany, which helped counterbalance British and Russian influence in the empire. Despite his efforts, the empire continued to lose territory during Abdulhamid’s reign. The Balkan Wars (1912–1913) and the loss of the empire’s Arab territories were significant blows. Abdulhamid’s approach to foreign relations was one of pragmatism, balancing between the desire to protect Ottoman sovereignty and the reality of European dominance. The Fall of Abdulhamid II Abdulhamid's reign came to an end in 1909 after a coup orchestrated by the Young Turks, a political movement that sought to modernize the empire and restore the constitution. The Young Turks, who were inspired by liberal and nationalist ideals, had grown frustrated with Abdulhamid's autocratic style of governance and his failure to address the empire's political and social issues. In April 1909, following a revolt by the army, Abdulhamid was deposed and replaced by his brother, Mehmed V. Abdulhamid was placed under house arrest and lived out the remainder of his life in relative obscurity. He died on February 10, 1918, just a few months before the Ottoman Empire’s final collapse in the aftermath of World War I. Legacy Sultan Abdulhamid II's legacy remains complex. On one hand, he is remembered for his determination to preserve the Ottoman Empire at a time when it seemed doomed to disintegration. His authoritarian rule and his ability to maintain control over vast territories in the face of internal and external challenges were remarkable. However, his resistance to reform and modernization also contributed to the empire's decline. Abdulhamid's reign marked the end of an era for the Ottoman Empire. While he sought to preserve its traditional structures, the empire was facing fundamental changes that would lead to its eventual collapse and the establishment of the Republic of Turkey under Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in 1923. Despite his controversies, Abdulhamid's reign remains an essential chapter in the history of the Ottoman Empire and its transformation into the modern world.

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How Trump Could Upend Electric Car Sales

Fewer people will be able to afford electric cars and trucks if President-elect Donald J. Trump and Republicans in Congress eliminate a $7,500 federal tax credit.

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Three ways the Menendez brothers could be freed

Ever since two young men were jailed for killing their wealthy parents in 1989, the case has gripped the US.

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From eyesore to asset: How a smelly seaweed could fuel cars

Scientists in the Caribbean are turning algae that have been choking beaches into biofuel.

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India city tense after violence over mosque survey

Three people have died and dozens injured after clashes broke out between police and protesters on Sunday.

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Burning old TVs to survive: The toxic trade in electrical waste

People around the world are extracting valuable materials from e-waste despite huge health risks.

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Do Coding Boot Camps Make Sense in an A.I. World?

Coding boot camps once looked like the golden ticket to an economically secure future. But as that promise fades, what should you do? Keep learning, until further notice.

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Dozens killed in Pakistan sectarian violence

More than 80 die in a tribal area of Pakistan riven by tensions between Shia and Sunni communities.

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Hundreds More Nazca Lines Emerge in Peru’s Desert

With drones and A.I., researchers managed to double the number of mysterious geoglyphs in a matter of months.

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Kate Nash says OnlyFans will earn more than tour

The singer is selling photos of her bottom on the platform because "touring makes losses not profits".

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Dutch police find gnome made of MDMA during drug bust

Police say they tested the gnome after finding it among suspected narcotics.

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Trump’s Next Online Speech Cop + Doctors vs. ChatGPT + Hard Fork Crimes Division

“I feel very strongly that the First Amendment is under the most direct threat that any of us will ever really experience.”

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6 Minutes. 62 People. 1 Epic ‘Sunset Boulevard’ Sequence.

Down the stairs, out the doors and onto the sidewalk, a Broadway show hits the street. Here’s how they pull it off.

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Katy Perry v Katie Perry: Singer wins right to use name in Australia

An Australian appeals court has overturned an earlier ruling that favoured designer Katie Perry.

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Chinese farmer has near miss with tiger

Surveillance footage captures the moment a Siberian tiger rams into a gate just after it was closed.

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Milhouse voice actress retires from The Simpsons

Pamela Hayden also voiced Ned Flanders' sons Rod and Todd and school bully Jimbo Jones.

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Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work?

The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s - but the proposal is divisive.

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Virtually no aid has reached besieged north Gaza in 40 days, UN says

The UN says bakeries and kitchens have shut down due to limited supplies in the region.

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Zelensky says Ukraine will lose war if US cuts funding

US President-elect Donald Trump has campaigned on a promise to end America's involvement in wars.

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How to Add Extra Security Layers to Your Phone or Tablet

New features in Apple’s iOS 18 and Google’s Android 15 can lock up apps with sensitive information and even hide them from view.

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How Google Spent 15 Years Concealing Its Internal Conversations

Trying to avoid antitrust suits, Google systematically told employees to destroy messages, avoid certain words and copy the lawyers as often as possible.

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Ukraine vows to 'never submit’ as war reaches 1,000th day

'The Russian military will be punished,' Ukraine's foreign ministry says as it marks the milestone.

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Georgian police clear protesters challenging 'stolen' election

Opposition protesters around the capital's university demand new elections, alleging fraud in last month's poll.

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Robots Struggle to Match Warehouse Workers on ‘Really Hard’ Jobs

The machines can load and unload trucks, move goods and do other repetitive tasks but are stymied by some, like picking items from a pile.

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Turkish strikes in Syria cut water to one million people

The attacks have added to a humanitarian crisis in a region reeling from civil war and extreme drought.

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Beyoncé to star in NFL half-time show on Christmas Day

The show will be the first time Beyoncé has performed tracks from her latest album, Cowboy Carter.

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Fury in Russia at missile move but Putin so far silent

What really counts is what President Putin does next, writes the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.

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ChatGPT Defeated Doctors at Diagnosing Illness

A small study found ChatGPT outdid human physicians when assessing medical case histories, even when those doctors were using a chatbot.

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Trump, Musk and new cabinet nominees celebrate at UFC

The President-elect was joined by Robert F Kennedy Jr, Tulsi Gabbard and Vivek Ramaswamy.

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Russia targets Ukraine energy with large-scale missile attack

The nationwide strikes appear to be part of the largest such attack in months.

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Sixth typhoon in a month makes landfall in Philippines

Super Typhoon Man-Yi is the latest storm forecast to potentially cause further life-threatening conditions.

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Volcanoes once erupted on the far side of the moon

Volcanic rock, dating back billions of years, has been detected in the first samples collected from the mysterious "dark side".

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Paul beats Tyson, 58, on points in drab contest

Jake Paul leaves a permanent stain on two-time heavyweight champion Mike Tyson's boxing legacy with a tedious points win in Texas.

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S Africa's Mia le Roux pulls out of Miss Universe pageant

The 28-year-old made history as the country's first deaf representative at the beauty contest.

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Crypto Congress + HBD ChatGPT + What Social Media Platform Should I Be On?

Cryptocurrency is poised to have a huge year in 2025.

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Trump meets Argentina's Milei ahead of conservative summit

Argentina's president is the first foreign leader to meet Trump since his election victory on 5 November.

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Ten dead in fire at Spanish retirement home

The fire broke out in the town of Villafranca de Ebro in north-eastern Spain.

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Watch: Málaga flood turns street into river

Video shows people in Calle Alcazabilla struggling to cross a road as flood water surges through it.

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Stand-Up, Drama and Spambots: The Creative World Takes On A.I.

Artificial intelligence has become a subject for people in the art and theater worlds who are worried about being replaced by it.

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Unconventional Trump brings openings and perils for Africa

Analyst Alex de Waal looks at how the US president-elect could deal with conflicts on the continent.

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Saudi crown prince says Israel committing 'genocide' in Gaza

Mohamed Bin Salman was speaking at the opening of a summit of Muslim and Arab leaders in Riyadh.

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Convulsing cat in Thai TV show sparks abuse concerns

Authorities say they are investigating allegations of animal abuse after a cat was shown writhing on the ground in a television drama.

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Emergency official ordered storm crews not to help Trump voters

The director of the emergency agency says a supervisor has been fired for "reprehensible" actions.

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Argentine football hooligan leader shot dead in street

Andrés Bracamonte, known as Pillín, was gunned down near his club's stadium in Rosario.

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Starmer set for Trump and Ukraine talks with Macron

The pair are likely to discuss Donald Trump's US election win when they meet for Armistice Day events in Paris.

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She Was a Child Instagram Influencer. Her Fans Were Grown Men.

“Jacky Dejo” was introduced to social media by her parents as a snowboarding prodigy. Now 18, she has seen the dark side of the internet — and turned a profit from it.

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What's at stake in the Irish general election?

After growing speculation, the Irish prime minister has called a general election.

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Elon Musk Uses X to Promote Trump’s Incoming Administration

Since the election, Mr. Musk has used his social media company to talk up how bright the future will be under the president-elect.

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What's at stake in the Irish general election?

After growing speculation, the Irish prime minister has called a general election.

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Pictures from space show mighty smog choking Lahore

The smog covering Pakistan's second largest city has been captured in satellite images.

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Israeli bombing puts ancient ruins at risk, archaeologists warn

Roman ruins in Lebanon lie just a short distance from sites that have been hit by Israeli air strikes.

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Trump victory 'major setback' to climate action

Trump's election will hit immediate efforts to tackle climate change, experts say - but the longer-term effect is less certain.

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What Trump's win means for Ukraine, Middle East and China

Trump's promises on China as well as ending wars in Ukraine and the Middle East will soon be put to the test.

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Donald Trump: America has given us a powerful mandate

Trump addresses jubilant supporters as he claims victory in the presidential election.

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Watch: How election night unfolded

Catch up on the key moments from election night.

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Quincy Jones: From 'street rat' to music mastermind

He was in a gang as a child but became Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra's favourite collaborator.

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Whirlwind of misinformation sows distrust ahead of US election day

Crowdsourced voter fraud claims and fake videos are flooding social media, as the contest remains on a knife-edge.

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Aerial footage shows damage left by Oklahoma tornadoes

A trail of destruction was left after multiple tornadoes tore through the state.

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From courtroom to candidate: What Harris's years as a prosecutor tell us about her

She dealt with grisly murder cases and then became the state attorney general - the Democratic candidate's California career offers clues about how she might govern.

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Iran's supreme leader says enemies will receive 'crushing response'

The threat comes a week after Israel attacked Iran, raising fears that retaliation will escalate to war.

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Voter fraud claims flood social media before US election

Rumours and misinformation are sowing doubt, while Donald Trump suggests to supporters he could only lose if Democrats cheat.

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‘The energy, the vibe, it feels like family’ – the mood at an election rally

Exhausted by the US election? We take you to a Trump and Harris rally to feel the excitement on both sides.

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Andy Warhol artworks stolen in Dutch gallery heist

Two works in the Reigning Queens series were taken, according to the gallery's owner.

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Fourteen dead in Serbia railway station canopy collapse

The outdoor canopy fell on people sitting on benches below in Serbia's second city Novi Sad.

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Spain sends 500 more troops to Valencia amid anger over flood response

More than 200 people have died and communities remain cut off after heavy flooding across Spain.

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Drone strikes on civilians suggest new Russian tactics of fear in Ukraine

Ukrainians tell of their fear as BBC Verify analyses videos appearing to show drone strikes on civilians.

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Election Falsehoods Take Off on YouTube as It Looks the Other Way

The video site removed 2020 misinformation, fearing real-world harm. Now it’s amplifying and profiting from 2024 falsehoods, researchers said.

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'Why I spent my university fees on Somali TikTok battles'

Somalis gamble big money during livestream events as ancient clan fights are waged on social media.

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Biden alarmed at Georgia's disputed election and 'Russian laws'

The US president calls on Georgia's government to respond to concern at the scale of violations.

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Police recover more than 40,000 stolen Bluey coins

Sixty-three thousand of the limited edition coins were reported stolen in July.

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Harris pledges 'different path' at site of Trump 6 January rally

The Democratic presidential candidate delivers her final message a week before election day.

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Why female entrepreneurs are key to getting more women to work

A study highlights how promoting female entrepreneurship can greatly enhance women's workforce participation.

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We asked Puerto Ricans about 'island of garbage' joke. Here's what they said

Puerto Ricans have said the joke Tony Hinchcliffe made at Trump’s Sunday rally was “disrespectful” and “racist”.

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Worry over toxic Delhi air as pollution worsens

Pollution levels in the Indian capital have reached 20-25 times more than the WHO's recommended safe limit.

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Missing woman found with snake bite after six days in mountains

Lovisa Sjoberg disappeared after driving into the mountains to take photographs.

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One dead, dozens injured after truck hits Israel bus stop

Many of the injured were reportedly pensioners on a day trip to a nearby museum.

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Israeli strikes on Iran kill four soldiers, Iran says

The IDF says it struck military sites in "precise and targeted" strikes early on Saturday.

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How my investigation led to sex trafficking charges against ex-Abercrombie boss

Rianna Croxford digs into a cryptic Instagram comment, unravelling allegations of abuse - and now the multi-millionaire is in court.

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What we know about Israel’s attack on Iran

Iran’s air defence said it had “successfully intercepted” the attacks, though “some areas sustained limited damage”.

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China tried to tap telecoms of Trump and Vance, US officials believe

It is reported the Republican candidates' phones may have been among the targets of a broader cyber attack.

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Gaza war's 'darkest moment' unfolding in north, UN says

Volker Türk has called on world leaders to act, saying states had a duty to ensure respect for international humanitarian law.

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Strikes on Tehran another big escalation - Jeremy Bowen

Israel has launched air strikes on Iran, with blasts heard in the capital Tehran.

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Time has come for reparations dialogue, Commonwealth heads agree

Commonwealth leaders agree to "meaningful conversation" on the issue, despite the UK's desire to keep the subject off the agenda.

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Beyoncé urges Americans to 'sing a new song'

The singer is the latest superstar entertainer to endorse Kamala Harris.

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How an evolving and expanding Brics benefits India

Brics enables India to work with some of its closest friends and espouses principles close to Delhi's heart.

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Dust tornado and lightning captured on camera in UAE

Drivers near the city of Sharjah stopped their cars to watch the spiralling spectacle.

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How Intel Got Left Behind in the A.I. Chip Boom

Intel was for decades Silicon Valley’s dominant chip company. But missed opportunities and poor execution left it on the sidelines in tech’s latest gold rush.

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Dust tornado and lightning captured on camera in UAE

Drivers near the town of Sharjah stopped their cars to watch the spiralling spectacle.

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South Africans shocked by Siya and Rachel Kolisi’s divorce

National rugby captain Siya Kolisi and his wife Rachel were one of South Africa's most loved couples.

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Moment Obama raps Eminem's Lose Yourself at Detroit rally

The rapper himself introduced the former US president at a presidential campaign rally in Detroit.

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LeBron James and son make NBA history by playing in same game

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and his son Bronny make history after becoming the first father-son duo to share the court in an NBA game.

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China holds live-fire drills on island closest to Taiwan

The drills were held for more than four hours in Niushan, an island 105km from Taiwan.

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Why was Trump serving fries in McDonald’s?

The BBC's Lily Jamali explains the backstory behind the former president's campaign stunt.

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'He is a King of thieves': Aboriginal protester arrested in Sydney

BBC footage shows the protester shouting to crowds waiting to see King Charles outside of the Sydney Opera House.

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Moment King Charles is heckled by Australian politician

The woman shouted "you are not our King" and "this is not your land" before being escorted out.

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Turkish cleric accused of planning failed 2016 coup dead - reports

The US-based cleric was the leader of an influential Islamic movement in Turkey and worldwide.

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Not my King, Australian senator shouts at Charles

Senator interrupts ceremony in Australian capital city of Canberra on the second official day of royal engagements.

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Polio cases surge in Pakistan

Prior to the latest surge in infections, Pakistan was on the verge of eradicating the disease.

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At least 87 killed in strike on northern Gaza, officials say, as UN warns 'nowhere is safe'

Israel says it is checking reports of casualties but added earlier - lower - figures from Hamas were "exaggerated".

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Elon Musk’s Big Business and Conflicts of Interest With the U.S. Government

Mr. Musk, who holds billions in federal contracts, wants to be in charge of the regulators that oversee him if Donald Trump wins.

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Mozambique opposition lawyer shot dead

Lawyer Elvino Dias and opposition party official Paulo Guambe were gunned down in broad daylight.

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Who will lead Hamas after killing of Yahya Sinwar?

Hamas officials told the BBC Khalil al-Hayya, Sinwar's deputy, is considered a strong candidate.

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British national and several Turkish citizens abducted in Kenya

Necdet Seyitoğlu, 49, said he and others were abducted in the capital city of Nairobi.

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Drone 'launched towards' Israeli PM Netanyahu's home

The prime minister and his wife were not at the property, in the northern coastal city of Caesarea.

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IDF drone footage 'shows Sinwar in final moments'

Drone footage released by the Israeli military on Thursday is said to show Sinwar in the moments before he was killed.

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What do Australians think of the King's visit?

The BBC asks Australians about the King's visit this week and local feelings about the monarchy.

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US charges Indian national in Sikh separatist murder plot

The US Justice department has charged Vikash Yadav, a former Indian intelligence officer, in the alleged plot.

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France to cut prices in Martinique over cost of living unrest

However, the deal to cut food prices has been rejected by the group behind weeks of protests.

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This $350 Oura Ring 4 Tracks Your Sleep. Is It Worth the Splurge?

The $350 Oura Ring 4 looks sleek and cool, and it may be useful for data-hungry health enthusiasts. But it failed this sleep-deprived parent.

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Teenage guns for hire: Swedish gangs targeting Israeli interests

Gangs may be behind the recent attacks but Sweden believes Iran has had a hand in them.

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Harris calls Trump a threat, distances herself from Biden

In her first interview with FOX News, the presidential candidate was also pushed on immigration and border security.

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US judge blocks Georgia order to count votes by hand

The hand count mandate was passed by the pro-Donald Trump majority on the Georgia election board last month.

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'Only choice I got' - Early voting starts in swing state Georgia

The BBC's Nada Tawfik reports from the battleground state, where officials say record numbers turned out to cast their ballots.

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Father of girl who drew anti-war picture freed from Russia jail

A drawing by Alexei Moskalev's daughter featuring the phrase "No to war" was reported to the police.

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Al Pacino says 'it's fun' to be a new dad at 84

The Hollywood star discusses fatherhood, The Godfather and playing chess.

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Al Pacino on near-death, The Godfather and his phone case

The Hollywood actor talks about fatherhood, his film career, and a brush with death.

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What we know so far about public murder of an Indian politician

The killing of a high-profile politician in a busy Mumbai street has sent shockwaves through the country.

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Eight dead as violent storms sweep Brazil after worst-ever drought

Winds of up to 100km/h (60mph) have brought down trees and power lines.

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‘I lost £165k to fraud in an hour’ - customers say they were let down by Revolut

There were more reports of fraud naming Revolut last year than any other financial institution, BBC finds.

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Christopher Columbus probably Spanish and Jewish, study says

A new study shines light on a hotly contested centuries-old mystery.

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Mystery of Russia's secret weapon downed in Ukraine

Ukrainians watched intrigued as a Russian stealth combat drone was apparently shot down by a Russian jet.

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Trump electric vehicle attacks hit home for Michigan voters

Trump’s EV criticism is part of his broader economic message as he tries to appeal to voters in the key swing state.

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Twitter Banned Them. What Happened When Elon Musk Reinstated Them?

Many users who were reinstated by X have continued to share the kinds of false narratives and conspiracies that once got them suspended.

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Watch: Tower falls as historic church destroyed by fire

Video shows the San Francisco Church in Iquique, Chile engulfed in flames, with smoke rising above it.

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The influencers risking death for hurricane clicks

As Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton tore through Florida, some influencers ignored evacuation orders, risking their lives to post livestreams and stunts.

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Ramaphosa won't be charged over farm theft scandal - SA prosecutor

South Africa's president faced questions after $4m in cash was stolen from a sofa on his farm.

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Student finds scorpion crawling inside Shein parcel

Sofia Alonso-Mossinger found the creature in a bag of boots which she had ordered online.

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Starbucks, Tetley, Jaguar Land Rover: Remembering Ratan Tata's global ambitions

The former Tata boss's audacious risk-taking saw his firm swallow up a host of iconic foreign brands.

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Florida webcams show Hurricane Milton making landfall

Cameras in Fort Myers, Tampa and Sarasota have captured the storm making landfall.

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Watch: Moment extreme turbulence hits Hurricane Milton hunters

NOAA crew members were shaken as their plane made its way through Hurricane Milton on Tuesday.

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Osama Bin Laden's son banned from re-entering France

Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau accused him of authoring social media posts which "glorified terrorism".

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North Korea says it will cut off all roads to the South

It comes as tensions between the Koreas are at their highest point in years.

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N Korea's Kim calls Putin 'closest comrade'

Kim said relations between North Korea and Russia would be raised to a new level.

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Climbers rescued after three days missing in Himalayas

Fay Manners says she is "mentally destroyed" after a battle for survival 20,000ft up a mountain.

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Rwanda starts vaccine trials against deadly Marburg virus

The health ministry says there are at least 46 cases in the east African country.

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Israeli hostage family's fight 'not over' one year on

On the one-year anniversary of the 7 October Hamas attacks in Israel, survivor Hadas Kalderon speaks to the BBC.

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Maldives to seek bailout from India despite strained ties

Mohamed Muizzu is expected to seek a bailout worth hundreds of millions of dollars during his India visit.

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Biden: 'I don't know' if Netanyahu is trying to sway US election

Some Democrats accuse Israel's PM of holding off on agreeing a Gaza ceasefire deal for political reasons.

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8 of the Most Celebrated Awards in Science Outside of Nobel Prizes

The Nobel Foundation offers prizes in only three disciplines, but other awards have been created to honor scientists in different fields.

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Dolly Parton announces $1m donation to Hurricane Helene recovery

The singer says she was "heartbroken" by the destruction wrought in the US by the powerful storm.

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Floods and landslides leave 16 dead in Bosnia

Towns and villages are cut off and homes almost submerged by flash floods in central Bosnia-Herzegovina.

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Children among 70 killed in Haiti gang 'massacre'

Members of one of the country's armed groups, the Gran Grif gang, raided a small town forcing residents to run for their lives.

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Can California Regulate A.I.? + Silicon Valley’s Super Babies + System Update!

“In the United States, we have 50 laboratories of democracy and they’re called states.”

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India government says criminalising marital rape 'excessively harsh'

The government has opposed petitions in the country's top court that seek criminalisation of marital rape.

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How a stale $12 cookie sparked a social media storm

The doughy drama has left foodies and influencers scratching their heads in Australia.

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Dominican Republic 'to deport up to 10,000 migrants a week'

Many Haitian migrants are fleeing extreme gang violence and poverty in the capital Port-au-Prince.

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Abuse Claims Add to Telegram C.E.O. Pavel Durov’s Legal Troubles

The mother of three children with Pavel Durov has poked holes in the Russian tech titan’s carefully managed image through a criminal complaint and her account of their opulent lifestyle.

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Dozens of tigers dead after bird flu hits Vietnam zoos

Officials believe the animals caught the virus from infected chicken meat they were fed at two zoos.

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Watch key moments from the US vice-presidential debate

Vance and Walz tackled questions on immigration, abortion and democracy in the mostly civil event.

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Muted mics and politeness - six takeaways from VP debate

Vance and Walz focused their attacks on Harris and Trump's plans on the economy, immigration and abortion.

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India's iconic tramcars set to ride into Kolkata sunset

Kolkata's iconic trams are in danger of being shut down entirely. But activists are fighting back.

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Screams and chaos: Eyewitnesses describe Shanghai mall stabbing

This incident is the latest in a spate of knife attacks to hit China this year.

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Is this S Korea's most glamorous granny? Miss Universe judges think so

Choi Soon-hwa only started modelling at 72, but now has her eyes on an international career.

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TV and Broadway star Gavin Creel dies aged 48

Bette Midler and Hannah Waddingham pay tribute to the Broadway and West End star.

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Moment Russian fighter jet swoops past US aircraft

Newly released video shows a Russian fighter jet fly within feet of a US aircraft near Alaska.

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Watch: Drone footage of floods and torn-up roads in North Carolina

At least 116 people have died across the US during Hurricane Helene - with officials warning the figure could rise.

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Marine Le Pen on trial for alleged EU funds misuse

If found guilty, the French presidential hopeful could be ineligible to run for office for up to 10 years.

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Switzerland and Italy redraw border due to melting glaciers

Glacier ridgelines marking the border near the Matterhorn mountain are shifting as ice continues to melt.

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Watch: Hurricane Helene leaves lake filled with debris

Charlotte City Councilman Tariq Bokhari shared video of Lake Lure, describing it as "post apocalyptic”.

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Chemical plant fire causes huge smoke plumes in Georgia

The fire at a BioLab facility in Conyers has forced road closures and evacuation orders.

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Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan says 'it's good to be back' after award win

The Bollywood superstar returned to movies in 2023 after a hiatus lasting four years.

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Why Stellantis, Owner of Chrysler, Jeep and Ram, Is Struggling

The automaker, created by a 2021 merger, is dealing with labor unrest, slumping sales and a revolt from its dealers.

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Marburg virus outbreak kills six in Rwanda

Most of the victims are healthcare workers in the intensive care unit, the health minister says.

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'A very dangerous and delicate moment for Lebanon'

BBC Middle East Correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from Beirut as the IDF says it has killed the Hezbollah leader.

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Who is Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah?

He played a key role in turning Hezbollah into the political and military force it is today.

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Republican governor candidate treated for burns after 'campaign incident'

Mark Robinson's campaign is mired in scandal after reports he had posted racist comments online.

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Manhunt underway as 17 people killed in South Africa mass shooting

Fifteen women and two men were killed in a targeted attack on a village in Lusikisiki police say.

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Raging waters and rescues as Hurricane Helene hits Florida

The category four storm hammered Florida's coast, bringing heavy rains and strong winds.

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Elon Musk’s Week on X: Deepfakes, Falsehoods and Lots of Memes

Almost a third of 171 posts last week from the X owner were false, misleading or missing vital context.

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Japan's scandal-hit ruling party picks next PM

Shigeru Ishiba has been elected leader of the LDP, positioning him to be Japan's next prime minister.

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Hong Kong jails two journalists for sedition

Editors at a now-defunct news site published articles about the city's national security crackdown.

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Iran faces dilemma of restraint or revenge for attacks on ally Hezbollah

Iran has sought to strike an unusually conciliatory tone in the face of attacks on its ally Hezbollah.

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Watch: Building collapses into river in India

No-one was injured in the incident, which occurred during heavy rains in Bihar state.

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Strictly's Artem won't face domestic violence charges

The former Strictly Come Dancing star was booked into Napa County Jail in July.

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Will the US presidential election define the future of crypto?

Crypto currency firms are waiting to see how November's vote will impact upon them.

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Tips for Easier and Faster Typing on Your Smartphone

Shortcuts, small external keyboards and even improved (and free) dictation software can make long sessions of text input much simpler.

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Paedophile swim coach dies weeks after conviction

Dick Caine was recently found guilty of sexually assaulting six female students in the 1970s and 1980s.

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Missing American hiker found dead in South Africa

South African authorities say they are investigating the death of the 20-year-old American student.

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S Korean man admits to burying partner in cement

A man in his 50s admitted to killing his girlfriend, who had been presumed missing for 16 years.

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Could Altering Ocean Chemistry Help Slow Global Warming?

By tweaking the chemistry of rivers and oceans, humans could remove billions of tons of carbon dioxide from the air. But huge challenges loom.

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Modi meets top US tech leaders amid semiconductor push

The Indian prime minister met CEOs of top tech firms in New York a day after attending the Quad summit.

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Could Altering Ocean Chemistry Help Slow Global Warming?

By tweaking the chemistry of rivers and oceans, humans could remove billions of tons of carbon dioxide from the air. But huge challenges loom.

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Why 'Comrade Kamala' memes are spreading among Latino exiles

The Democratic presidential nominee has been the subject of numerous misleading claims that she is a communist.

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Kenya to send 600 more police officers to Haiti

This will bring the Kenyan contingent helping Haitian police fight gangs up to 1,000.

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At least 51 dead in Iran coal mine explosion

At least 51 people are reported to have been killed after a gas leak sparked a blast in eastern Iran.

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Pilot hostage freed by Papua rebels 'very happy' to go home

He was kidnapped by separatists in Indonesia's West Papua region and spent more than 19 months in captivity.

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Car Parts, Fiberglass and a Dream: How a Teacher Built a Hovercraft

Robert Tymofichuk, a teacher in Alberta, Canada, spent nearly 2,000 hours building an operational hovercraft from salvaged car parts and with no blueprint.

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Inside Jony Ive’s Life After Apple and His LoveFrom Design Business

Five years after leaving Apple, the iPhone designer is forging a new life in San Francisco, one imaginative building at a time.

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Hezbollah device explosions: The unanswered questions

The sabotage of thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies has raised many who, what and whys.

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Holy nights and stunning sunrises: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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What we know about the Hezbollah device explosions

The attacks left at least 32 dead and thousands injured, but how the blasts occurred remains unclear.

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The charges against Sean 'Diddy' Combs explained

The hip-hop mogul is accused of sex trafficking involving drug-fuelled orgies known as "freak-offs".

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Major US labour union declines to endorse either Harris or Trump

The decision is a blow to the Harris campaign's efforts to woo working-class voters in swing states.

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Moment devices explode across Lebanon

Blasts were seen across Lebanon as thousands of walkie-talkies exploded in the country.

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Scientists collect lava from Kilauea volcano eruption

The volcano, one of the world's most active, has erupted in a remote area of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

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Ros Atkins on Trump suspect viral conspiracy theory

The BBC's analysis editor looks at the false link between Ryan Routh and a US investment firm.

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Footage reveals Titan sub's tail cone on sea floor

The submersible was descending towards the Titanic wreck when it imploded in June 2023.

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Video shows Titan sub's tail cone on sea floor

The submersible was descending towards the Titanic wreck when it imploded in June 2023.

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Floods and mudslides kill more than 200 in Myanmar

The storm has killed more than 500 people in northern Vietnam, Laos, Thailand and Myanmar.

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Chased out by protesters, a political dynasty plots its comeback

The Rajapaksas had a vice-like grip on Sri Lanka until they were chased from power. Could they return?

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Secret Service 'aware' of Elon Musk post about Harris, Biden

The tech tycoon has deleted the post about assassination attempts on the president and vice-president, saying it was a joke.

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Will TikTok Be Banned in January? That Question is Headed to Court

TikTok will be in federal court on Monday, aiming to block a new law that will ban the popular video app in the United States early next year.

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How apparent assassination attempt unfolded... in 60 seconds

Donald Trump has been targeted in an alleged assassination attempt, for the second time in a matter of months.

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'Splashdown confirmed' - SpaceX crew arrives back on Earth

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn crew returns to Earth after five days in orbit, following an historic mission.

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SpaceX capsule splashes down off Florida coast

The Polaris Dawn crew is back on Earth after five days in orbit, following a mission featuring the world's first commercial spacewalk.

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Eight dead after Channel crossing attempt

Officials say 50 people were on board the boat as it went down off the French coast.

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Who was behind one of the deadliest attacks in Sudan?

Survivors recount what happened in Wad al-Nourah in June when at least 100 people died.

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US and British citizens among 37 sentenced to death in DR Congo coup trial

Christian Malanga, a US national of Congolese origin, the suspected plot leader, was killed during the attack.

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Pope urges Catholics to pick 'lesser evil' between Trump and Harris

Pontiff calls candidates "against life", criticising Trump on immigration and Harris on abortion.

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Polish, parasols and paint: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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Banana wine brings sweet taste of success to Malawi farmers

Emily Nkhana shares tips with the BBC on how to make banana wine.

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Offshore Wind Slowed by Broken Blades, Rising Costs and Angry Fishermen

Accidents involving blades made by GE Vernova have delayed projects off the coasts of Massachusetts and England and could imperil climate goals.

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Jon Bon Jovi praised for talking woman off bridge

"It takes all of us to help keep each other safe," Ch John Drake, of Nashville Police, said.

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The midwives who stopped murdering girls and started saving them

In rural India, a group of midwives routinely murdered newborn girls - and then began to resist.

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Harris and Trump accuse each other of lying on abortion

Abortion rights are back in the spotlight in the US, and the topic led to heated moments.

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Trump in the spin room on eating pets, and Taylor Swift

The former president also complained about "unfair moderators" following the debate with Kamala Harris.

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Harris and Trump to debate in pivotal campaign test

The debate - and the candidates' first face-to-face meeting - comes as polling shows the race in a dead heat.

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'I love being part of that whole Darth Vader myth'

The American actor laughed when the BBC's Steven Sackur asked him in 2012 if he resented being so closely tied with the Star Wars character.

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Boeing offers staff 25% pay hike in bid to avoid strike

The tentative deal comes just days ahead of a possible strike at the plane maker's main factories.

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Rise of far right in Germany’s east isn’t over yet

AfD support continues to rise in Germany, driven by anger over immigration and weapons for Ukraine.

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Girls boarding school engulfed by fire in Kenya

Three children are injured days after 21 children died in a fire at another Kenyan school.

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Three killed in attack at West Bank-Jordan border

Israeli officials say a gunman approached from the Jordanian side and opened fire.

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Super typhoon Yagi makes landfall in Vietnam

Metal roof sheets and commercial sign boards were reportedly seen flying across Hai Phong city.

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How Telegram Became a Playground for Criminals, Extremists and Terrorists

Drug dealers, scammers and white nationalists openly conduct business and spread toxic speech on the platform, according to a Times analysis of more than 3.2 million Telegram messages.

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Draper throws up on court before losing dramatic US Open semi-final

Britain's Jack Draper vomits on court during a dramatic US Open semi-final defeat by world number one Jannik Sinner.

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UK to send hundreds more missiles to Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked for more aid to "drive Russian forces off our land".

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Israeli forces pull out of Jenin after major operation

More than 20 Palestinians, including civilians, were killed in over a week of battles with militants.

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Uncertainty for families as China ends foreign adoptions

Beijing has given little reason for the change, only saying it was line with international agreements.

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X Gets a Brazilian Ax + Founder Mode + Listeners Respond on School Phone Bans

“This is not a normal legal dispute.”

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Haiti expands state of emergency to whole country

The US Secretary of State will visit Haiti this week to discuss its "democratic transition”.

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Volvo gives up plan to sell only EVs by 2030

The car maker's decision comes as industry faces slowing demand in some major markets for electric vehicles.

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Channel drownings fail to deter desperate migrants

The latest migrant deaths in the Channel have done nothing to deter the gangs from putting more desperate people at risk.

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'I saw a kid with a gun' - How Georgia school shooting unfolded

A 14-year-old will be charged with murder after four people were killed in a shooting at Apalachee High School.

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Waymo Turns Toward Making Money as it Expands Driverless Car Business

Now that its technology is showing it can work on city streets, Alphabet, which owns Waymo, plans to invest billions more.

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Telegram apologises for handling of deepfake porn material

It comes days after South Korean police said they had launched an investigation into Telegram.

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France sees Channel migrant deaths as a problem of Britain's making

Many in France deeply resent the way their own lives have been transformed by a crisis they see as British-made.

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Prague names street after British Holocaust hero

Sir Nicholas helped save hundreds of mostly Jewish children from the Nazis in 1939.

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Netanyahu asks 'forgiveness' over hostage deaths as protests continue

It comes as Hamas said more hostages could be "returned to their families in shrouds" if a ceasefire isn't reached.

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OpenAI, Maker of ChatGPT, Is Trying to Grow Up

The maker of ChatGPT is struggling to transform itself into a profit-driven company while satisfying worries about the safety of artificial intelligence.

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Left-Wing Conspiracy Theories Are Having a Moment

America’s right flank remains the chief purveyor of misinformation, but this summer’s political tumult created ideal conditions for falsehoods to spread among progressives.

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Clooney praises 'selfless' Biden for quitting race

The actor had urged Mr Biden not to seek re-election in a opinion piece in the New York Times.

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Video shows Titanic missing large section of railing

The discovery was made during a series of dives by underwater robots this summer.

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Japan teen jumps to death, killing pedestrian below

The high school student jumped from a building in a crowded shopping district, hitting a woman below.

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Trump signals backing for Florida marijuana legalisation

The US presidential hopeful appeared to signal his support, placing him at odds with other Republicans.

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17 bodies found after Russian tourist helicopter crash

The helicopter was carrying 22 people, most of them tourists, when it disappeared from radar on Saturday.

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NFL player shot during attempted robbery in San Francisco

NFL player Ricky Pearsall has been shot in the chest during an attempted robbery in San Francisco.

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Gaza children being given polio vaccine

The aim is to vaccinate 640,000 children, weeks after the first polio case was detected in Gaza in 25 years.

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China and Philippines trade blame as ships collide

The crash is the latest incident in an escalating row over key zones in the South China Sea.

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Doctor bailed over Matthew Perry drugs death

Dr Mark Chavez is among five people charged over the Friends star's death in Los Angeles last year.

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Typhoon Shanshan causes widespread Japan disruption

Trains and flights are cancelled as one of the strongest typhoons in decades drenches cities in its path.

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Antonelli can do 'great things' as Hamilton's replacement

'Great things' expected as Mercedes announce Italian teenager Andrea Kimi Antonelli as Lewis Hamilton's replacement.

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Planes abort landings as Typhoon Shanshan batters Japan

The country has been hit by one of its strongest typhoons in decades, with authorities issuing highest alert.

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The Telegram Problem + Gov. Kathy Hochul on School Phone Bans + Kevin’s A.I. Reputation Rehab

Tech platforms and governments are in a standoff.

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Man jailed for plot to put wife on death row with weed planted in car

The man hid cannabis in his wife's car in an attempt to frame her in the "perfect crime".

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Watch key moments from Harris and Walz's first interview

The Democratic ticket spoke to CNN about their policies and when she heard Biden was dropping out.

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Watch: Police drive through flaming Montana countryside

Newly released video shows a police sergeant searching to see if any campers had got caught up in the wildfire.

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Anger after strangers lock toddler in plane toilet

The airline said that the girl's grandmother had given the two women permission to "educate her".

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Smartphone Battery Tips: How to Stretch the Charge on Your Older Device

If your current smartphone can’t make it through the day without needing a recharge, here are a few steps to make it last a little longer.

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Why badminton has become code for teen sex in Hong Kong

The education bureau suggests teens who want to have sex could "go out to play badminton together" instead.

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South Korea faces deepfake porn 'emergency'

The president has addressed the growing epidemic after Telegram users were found exchanging doctored photos of underage girls.

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Ireland probes claims Israeli arms flown through airspace

Allegations made on The Ditch website claim a flight bound for Israel flew over Irish airspace.

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WWE icon Sid 'Vicious' Eudy dies aged 63

Sid Eudy's son called him a "man of strength, kindness, and love” who will be “greatly missed”.

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Texas judge blocks Biden plan for migrant spouses

The temporary hold comes after 16 Republican-led states sued over the programme that lets migrant spouses stay in the US.

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What would it take to get Oasis back together? – Liam asked in 2016

At the premiere of the band's documentary, Liam is asked what it would take to bring Oasis back together.

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Lonely dolphin looking for mate blamed for attacks

Japan's Fukui prefecture has seen a rise in dolphin attacks for the third straight year.

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SpaceX Polaris Dawn Mission: Why a Billionaire Is Risking a Spacewalk

Jared Isaacman is leading three other privately trained astronauts on a SpaceX vehicle for Polaris Dawn, a mission that will include a daring spacewalk.

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At least 22 killed after having IDs checked in Pakistan

The attack happened in Balochistan province, where security forces are battling sectarian violence.

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Reuters journalist missing after strike in Ukraine

The news agency says its team was staying in a hotel in Kramatorsk, which was struck by a missile.

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Telegram’s Top Executive Pavel Durov Reportedly Detained in France

The founder of Telegram, an app with more than 900 million users, was taken into custody by authorities, French media reported.

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Apple Rethinks Its Movie Strategy After a String of Misses

“Wolfs,” a new film starring George Clooney and Brad Pitt, was going to get a robust theatrical release. But the company is curtailing that plan.

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Explosions over Israel as rockets fired from across Lebanon border

Tensions escalated sharply after Israel killed a Hezbollah commander in Beirut almost a month ago

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France investigating synagogue explosion as suspected terrorism

France's Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin called the incident "an obviously criminal act".

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Inside Elon Musk’s Chaotic Revamp of Twitter Blue

Twitter Blue, a revamped subscription service that let users buy verified badges, was the first big test for the platform’s new owner. It didn’t go well.

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What Happened to the A.I. Election? + ChatGPT for Mayor + The Productivity Tools We’re Using

“It’s happening, but people don’t want it public.”

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The Paralympic table tennis love story

Bonded by fate, thriving by purpose: Meet the power couple of African para table tennis.

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How to pronounce 'Kamala' - A lesson from her nieces

Actress Kerry Washington delighted the crowd with two of Kamala Harris’ great-nieces.

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World's second-largest diamond found in Botswana

A 2,492-carat stone has been unearthed, in the biggest find since the Cullinan diamond in 1905.

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Dad hacks database to fake death and avoid child support pay

The man, from Kentucky, has been jailed for what a judge in the US called his "cynical" actions.

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'Coach Walz' rallies Democrats with personal pitch to middle America

The running mate of Kamala Harris told the Democratic convention that voters should back "the right team" and "turn the page on Donald Trump".

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Six-year-old boy found in Vietnam forest after five days

Dang Tien Lam was found by locals who heard a child's cries while they were farming near the forest.

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Hungary law could make Ukrainian refugees homeless

Thousands of Ukrainian refugees could be forced on to the streets or back to Ukraine.

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Fury as suspected China spy flees the Philippines

Former mayor Alice Guo left the country undetected last month, invoking the fury of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

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Mpox not new Covid and can be stopped, expert says

The world must act now to ensure vaccines reach the areas most in need, the WHO's Dr Hans Kluge says.

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Watch: Rescue operations resume in Sicily for second day

A helicopter and divers were deployed at the scene where a yacht sank, as rescue operations continue.

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Tears and laughter in Biden's Democratic convention speech

An emotional President Joe Biden took to the stage on opening night of the Democratic National Convention.

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Six hostages' bodies retrieved, Israel's military says

The bodies have been recovered from the Khan Younis area, Israel's military says.

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Hamas claims Tel Aviv bomb explosion as suicide attack

Israeli security forces said Sunday's blast killed the suspected attacker and injured a passer-by.

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One dead, Britons missing after yacht sinks off Italian coast

Some 22 people were on board the boat before it went down off the coast of Sicily early on Monday morning, local officials say.

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Imran Khan applies to be uni chancellor from jail

The former Prime Minister of Pakistan, who is in currently prison, plans to apply for the role.

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Watch: Meghan speaks Spanish during Colombia trip

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have been taking part in a series of events in Colombia.

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Ferris wheel fire in Germany injures several people

Video shows two carriages alight on the wheel in Leipzig, with smoke billowing into the air.

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Russians tell BBC they are worried and angry at Ukraine invasion

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg in Aleksin meets Russians wondering how Ukraine's incursion could have happened.

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A.I. Is Helping to Launch New Businesses

Entrepreneurs say use of artificial intelligence for a variety of tasks is accelerating the path to hiring and, ideally, profitability.

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French film giant Alain Delon dies aged 88

Once described as the most beautiful man in the movies, Delon had become a virtual recluse with his children trading public insults.

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