Peru president dissolves Congress but legislators defy order

After the president's decision to dissolve Congress, legislators declare him temporarily suspended.

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Trump asked Australian PM to help investigate Russia inquiry

PM Scott Morrison agreed to assist with an investigation into the Mueller inquiry, Canberra confirms.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49887733

China anniversary: Beijing celebrations mark 70 years of Communist rule

A huge military parade is taking place in Beijing, but risks being overshadowed by unrest in Hong Kong.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49808078

Hong Kong protests: 'I can't say I love China any more'

A Hong Kong protester from a pro-Beijing area talks about his complicated feelings about China.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49884287

Jessye Norman, Grammy-winning star of opera, dies at 74

Norman was one of the rare black singers to reach fame in the opera world.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49887748

Moroccan journalist Hajar Raissouni jailed on abortion charges

Activists say the charges against Hajar Raissouni are part of a crackdown on critical reporters.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49887553

US spy arrest: Tour guide charged with being China agent

The FBI snare an alleged Chinese spy in a “double agent operation” launched in 2015.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49887583

Japan delivers long-delayed consumption tax hike

The rise comes despite jitters the move will slow spending in the world's third largest economy.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49849484

Catalonia protesters: 'It feels like we're all being tried'

Fresh unrest is feared in Catalonia, as it awaits the verdicts from 12 independence leaders' trials.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49884288

Canada reveals names of 2,800 victims of residential schools

More than 3,000 indigenous children are believed to have died in Canadian state-run schools.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49884387

Jet fuel from thin air: Aviation's hope or hype?

A pilot project at Rotterdam airport plans to capture CO2 from the air and turn it into jet fuel.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49725741

Jack Charles: 'I'd rob to collect rent for stolen Aboriginal land'

He was stolen from his family, then he stole from "posh homes" - now actor Jack Charles wants closure.

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The imam who died fighting racism in South Africa

Relatives of Abdullah Haron, who died in detention 50 years ago, are still traumatised by his death.

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Tear gas fired as Indonesia sex ban protests continue

Jakarta police battle protesters angered by a new corruption law and proposed criminal code.

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The children in prison for stealing vanilla

Children are waiting up to three years for a trial when accused of stealing vanilla in Madagascar.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49885904

James Johnson: 'My struggles as an intersex footballer'

James Johnson, who was born intersex, was a star in Nigeria's women's team before transitioning.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49851991

Jet fuel from thin air: Aviation's hope or hype?

A pilot project at Rotterdam airport plans to capture CO2 from the air and turn it into jet fuel.

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Southampton internet broadband speeds to be boosted

Virgin Media will deliver internet download speeds 20 times the national average to 100,000 Southampton homes.

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Germany puts neo-Nazi 'terror cell' on trial in Dresden

Eight men based in the eastern city of Chemnitz are accused of plotting far-right terror attacks.

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Yemen war: Houthi rebels release hundreds of detainees

Among the 290 people released are the survivors of a Saudi-led air strike on a Houthi prison.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49880517

Afghanistan presidential election: Rivals declare victory after record low turnout

Preliminary data suggest a turnout of about 25% as the two frontrunners both say they have won.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49874970

Somalia: Jihadists 'attack US Baledogle training base'

Al-Shabab militants reportedly blast through the gates and send fighters inside.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49879607

In pictures: Indigenous Bolivians demand action over fires

Hundreds of people are taking part in a 500km march to demand more be done to stop fires.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49878647

Nigeria police raid Lagos ‘baby factory’

Victims were raped with the purpose of getting them pregnant and selling the children, police say.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49877287

Huge Volkswagen lawsuit begins in Germany

Germany's first mass legal action begins as 450,000 owners of diesel cars take on the company.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49878247

Jacques Chirac: Huge queues in Paris as France pays tribute

Thousands pay their respects as the former president lies in state on a day of national mourning.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49876257

Bihar and Uttar Pradesh: Floods bring chaos

More than 100 dead after heavy rains bring extreme floods to the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.

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Drones used to track down fugitive in China

Police used drones to track down a man who evaded detection for almost two decades.

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Asics blames hackers for porn on shop screens

The firm blames hackers for hours of pornography showing on the flagship's outdoor screen.

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OK hand sign added to list of hate symbols

An anti-hate group says the finger-and-thumb sign is being used as an "expression of white supremacy".

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Fugitive on run for 17 years found living in cave by a drone

Police used drones to track down a man who evaded detection for almost two decades.

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Saudi crown prince warns of 'Iran threat' to global oil

The Saudi prince says oil prices could be "unimaginably high" unless the world acts to deter Iran.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49874807

Bihar and Uttar Pradesh: More than 100 dead in fresh India flood chaos

Heavy rains in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar states have also disrupted normal life in the region.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-49875027

Asics apologises for porn playing for hours above Auckland store

The firm blames hackers for hours of pornography showing on the flagship's outdoor screen.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49874967

The Displaced: Climate change in Vietnam 'destroying family life'

Vietnam is one of the most vulnerable countries to climate change - we meet the families on the front lines.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49854753

Uganda's Solomon Serwanjja wins BBC World News Komla Dumor award

Ugandan journalist Solomon Serwanjja is this year's winner of the BBC World News Komla Dumor award.

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The day China became communist

On 1 October 1949 Chairman Mao Zedong announced the creation of the People’s Republic of China

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The secret tapes of Jamal Khashoggi's murder

The audio tapes that recorded the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49826905

A former diet cola addict built a $100m firm

Kara Goldin, the founder of US flavoured water company Hint, used to drink 10 cans of cola a day.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49811129

Will virtual clothes transform how we shop?

A smartphone app can make a detailed virtual avatar allowing you to try on a whole range of clothes.

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Egypt protests: Activist Alaa Abdel Fattah arrested amid rare unrest

Alaa Abdel Fattah, who was freed from jail in March, is reportedly accused of publishing fake news.

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Why much of the internet is closed off to blind people

Retailers are struggling to make their products accessible, and customers are taking them to court.

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Thousands demand protesters freed in Moscow rally

Police estimate 20,000 people attended the rally demanding the release of jailed protesters.

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Nigerian 'torture house': Kaduna school was 'like hellfire'

A survivor of the Nigerian "torture house" raided by police has described being there as "living in hellfire".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49871861

Elon Musk upbeat on Starship test flights

The US entrepreneur says prototype flights of his Moon-Mars rocket system will begin in months.

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Elon Musk upbeat on Starship test flights

The US entrepreneur says prototype flights of his Moon-Mars rocket system will begin in months.

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Swiss auction off supercars of Equatorial Guinea leader’s son

Luxury cars seized from Equatorial Guinea’s vice-president are expected to fetch €17m.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49871671

Nigerian 'torture house': Kaduna school was 'like hellfire'

Nearly 500 men and boys were tortured, sexually abused, chained up and starved, police said.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49869804

Zantac: CVS latest to suspend heartburn drug over cancer fears

CVS pharmacies become the latest to withdraw Zantac, a drug being investigated for cancer links.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-49868852

Sandeep Dhaliwal: Texas mourns 'trailblazing' Sikh sheriff's deputy

Tributes pour in for "trailblazer" Sandeep Dhaliwal after he was shot dead during a traffic stop.

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Saudi King Salman's bodyguard shot dead by friend

Gen Abdel Aziz al-Fagham was involved in a row with a friend who killed him at a house in Jeddah.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49869477

José José: Mexico's 'Prince of Song' dies aged 71

Tributes pour in for Mexico's beloved "Prince of Song", who had been battling pancreatic cancer.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49868924

ICYMI: Saving baby turtles to underwater hockey

From saving baby turtles to underwater hockey, some of the stories you might have missed this week.

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Austria votes in snap election after video sting scandal

Former Chancellor Sebastian Kurz's party is expected to come top, but may need a coalition partner.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49867930

Mexico rollercoaster crash leaves two dead

A rollercoaster carriage derailed in a Mexico City amusement park, officials say.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49868179

The awfulness - and awesomeness - of being short

For men, being tall is considered desirable, but one man has come to embrace his height - or lack of it.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-49567527

Why much of the internet is closed off to blind people

Retailers are struggling to make their products accessible, and customers are taking them to court.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49694453

Andrew Yang: The 'Asian math guy' trying to be next US president

Andrew Yang's pledge of $1,000-a-month for every American has piqued the interests of many US voters.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49805207

US economy under Trump: Is it the greatest in history?

Is the US economy under President Trump the best it's ever been?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-45827430

Labradoodle creator says it's his 'life's regret'

'They're crazy' - the man who created the labradoodle says it's a huge regret.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-49826945

Beijing Daxing: China's huge new 'starfish' airport opens its doors

The Beijing Daxing International Airport spans 700,000 square metres - or 98 football fields.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49750182

Indonesia haze causes sky to turn blood red

Pictures and videos of the phenomenon went viral on social media over the weekend.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49793047

Canada's Green Party edits photo of leader holding single-use cup

Elizabeth May was "shocked" to see the image, saying it was manipulated without her knowledge.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49837590

World War Two: 'I discovered my eldest sister was my mother'

Albert Gilmour learned his father was an American GI based in Northern Ireland during World War Two.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-49843381

Why Borana people don't name their children for up to three years

The Borana people are not in any rush to name their newborn babies. Here's why.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49720486

Yemen war: Houthi rebels claim mass capture of Saudi troops

Houthi insurgents say three brigades surrendered near the border, but there is no Saudi confirmation.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49866677

World Athletics Championships: Christian Coleman wins 100m gold in 9.76 seconds

Christian Coleman shrugs off the controversy of his build-up to the World Championships to win the 100m final in 9.76 seconds.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/49865452

Rodrigo Janot: Brazil ex-prosecutor admits plan to kill judge

A restraining order is issued against Rodrigo Janot after the revelation in his memoirs.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49865779

White House restricted Trump call transcripts - US media

Officials limited access to notes on the president's calls to some foreign leaders, US media report.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49865774

Mugabe funeral: Zimbabwe ex-president laid to rest in Kutama

Zimbabwe's ex-president is laid to rest in Kutama, three weeks after his death at the age of 95.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49865776

Italian chef arrested over cannabis 'was testing new flavours’

Sicilian chef Carmelo Chiaramonte tells police the drug is for researching “new flavours”.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49864973

Canada killings: Teenage fugitives confessed to murders, police say

The confessions were found in videos recorded before the pair took their own lives, police say.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49862478

Boeing 737 NG: US regulator orders inspections into cracks

The 737 Max, currently grounded worldwide following two crashes, is not affected by the move.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49864964

Austria Kurz: Why young favourite could turn to Greens

Months after a scandal brought down his government, Sebastian Kurz is expected to win a new election.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49837453

Meghan 'shows solidarity' at memorial of murdered South African student

The duchess visits a memorial to "show solidarity" with protesters against gender-based violence.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-49863351

South Korea oil tanker fire: Crew members injured

The blaze broke out on a cargo ship docked in the South Korean port city of Ulsan.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49863955

Letter from Africa: The dilemma of how to appease Mugabe's spirit

The controversial Zimbabwean leader is due to be buried, three weeks after his death.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49824596

Qatar women's marathon sees 40% withdraw

Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich wins the women's marathon at the World Championships as 28 of the 68 starters withdraw in gruelling conditions in Doha.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/49860159

Haiti unrest: Shops and police station looted as thousands protest

A police station is stripped bare in demonstrations against rising prices and corruption.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49861759

Brexit: What just happened in the UK Supreme Court?

The prime minister loses this showdown, setting the stage for another Brexit battle in parliament.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-49807212

German court rules hangovers are an 'illness'

Judges in Frankfurt said a company selling anti-hangover drinks was making illegal health claims.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49802749

Cimabue: Long-lost €6m artwork found in elderly woman's kitchen

A painting hanging above a hotplate in a home near Paris is a long-lost masterpiece, experts say.

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Ebonixsims: 'Making custom content for gamers like me'

Danielle, aka Ebonixsims, started making custom video game content after struggling to make a 'Sim-self' of herself.

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Spoofing emails: The trickery costing businesses billions

Company executives are being targeted by spoof emails requesting them to send vast sums of money.

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Showgirl Video: The last peep show in Las Vegas

The closure of Showgirl Video marks the end of an era for Sin City. But will it ever shun sex completely?

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Week in pictures: 21 - 27 September 2019

A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.

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Nigeria 'torture house': Hundreds freed after Kaduna police raid

Nearly 500 men and boys were tortured, sexually abused, chained up and starved, police say.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49850408

Brazil environment: Vast oil spill hits dozens of beaches

At least six sea turtles have been found dead as officials still investigate the source of the oil.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49837355

Russia bans smoking on apartment balconies

The move sparks anger, as most Russians live in flats and balconies are where they tend to smoke.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49850179

White students 'cut off' black girl's dreadlocks in Virginia

A 12-year-old girl says three male classmates at her Virginia school pinned her down and cut her hair.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49849722

Dakar's Massalikul Jinaan mosque: The 'biggest in West Africa'

Massalikul Jinaan mosque opens in Dakar, Senegal after seven years of work.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49842792

Stena Impero: Seized British tanker 'preparing to leave' Iran

The Stena Impero has been in custody since it was seized by Iranian troops in July.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49849718

Qandeel Baloch: Brother of murdered social media star jailed

Three years after her murder, the brother of Pakistani social media star Qandeel Baloch is jailed for life.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49848384

Microplastics: Premium teabags leak billions of particles - study

Microplastics in drinking water do not appear to pose a health risk at current levels, research suggests.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49845940

'A rainbow wave': The rise of America's transgender politicians

"I know what it's like to be marginalised" - the first National Trans Visibility March is on Saturday.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-49336529

Biden and Ukraine: What we know about corruption claims

Donald Trump asked Ukraine's president to investigate his rival Joe Biden. What are the allegations?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49847327

Trump impeachment inquiry: Whistleblower 'is CIA officer'

The complaint says White House officials concealed details of Mr Trump's call with Ukraine's leader.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49848103

Chandrayaan-2: India Moon probe made 'hard landing', says Nasa

New pictures from a Nasa spacecraft show the targeted landing site of the Vikram rover.

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US slashes refugee limit to all-time low of 18,000

The White House says Iraqis who helped the US military and persecuted minorities will get priority.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49847906

Saudi Arabia to open up to foreign tourists with new visas

The push to attract foreign visitors is part of the kingdom's efforts to cut its reliance on oil.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49848068

Stasi files: German plan to transfer files sparks concern

Critics warn files on citizens of former East Germany could be less accessible if they are archived.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49847900

Facebook tests hiding likes from Australian users

It follows a similar and controversial trial by Instagram and is designed to ease social pressure.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49847860

Trump, Ukraine and impeachment: Your questions answered

From impeachment proceedings to who listens in on a president's calls - your questions answered.

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Not just about sex: Indonesia's protests explained

The violent protests are about corruption, blasphemy and a draconian new criminal code.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49835084

Prince Harry in southern Africa: Where are the world's landmines?

Prince Harry will highlight the fact that landmines continue to take thousands of lives.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49799292

One man's 3,000km march across Russia to oust Putin

'Shaman warrior' Alexander Gabyshev walked across Russia for six months with the aim of confronting the president.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49844720

The Egyptian calling for a revolution against al-Sisi

Mohamed Ali is a former Egyptian military contractor calling for protests against Egypt's president.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49844860

Meet 'The Terminator', Zimbabwe's disabled footballer

Kuda Mapira, known as 'The Terminator', is one of the first disabled people to play football for his country.

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Fake courier ties-up family in Brooklyn robbery

CCTV footage shows three people being robbed by fake FedEx couriers in a Brooklyn home.

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Trump impeachment: Intel chief to be grilled over whistleblower

A complaint about a controversial phone call led to an impeachment probe against the US president.

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Take a hard look at 'sexist toys' - Dutch education minister

Dutch toymakers are told to think carefully, after France's toy industry agrees to end stereotypes.

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Russian trawler Bukhta Nayezdnik goes up in flames in Norway

Nearby schools in Norway's port city of Tromso have been evacuated as the smoke poses a health risk.

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New York Met museum returns stolen ancient Egyptian coffin

The 2,100-year-old coffin was sold to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York for $4m (£3.2m).

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Canada's Green Party edits photo of leader holding single-use cup

Elizabeth May was "shocked" to see the image, saying it was manipulated without her knowledge.

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The celebrity is the device's first celebrity voice

Amazon announced Samuel L Jackson as their first celebrity partner for their digital assistant device.

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Saudi Arabia says military response to Iran is possible

The kingdom maintains that Iran was behind drone attacks on two of its oil installations this month.

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Over 800,000 children to get measles vaccine

The WHO and Congolese government aim to vaccinate more than 800,000 children in just over a week.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49836280

India: Two held for killing children for 'defecating in the open'

Police in India say the two men allegedly beat two Dalit children to death for defecating in the open.

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Shuping Wang: Whistleblower who exposed HIV scandal in China dies

Shuping Wang was attacked after realising blood donors were being infected with HIV and hepatitis.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49834904

Amazon Alexa gets Samuel L Jackson and other celebrity voices

The firm has also addressed privacy concerns about its smart assistant technology.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-49829391

Prehistoric babies fed animal milk in bottles

Prehistoric babies were bottle-fed with animal milk more than 3,000 years ago, according to new evidence.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49813039

Labradoodle creator says it's his 'life's regret'

'They're crazy' - the man who created the labradoodle says it's a huge regret.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-49826945

Images capture a phone-less world

A series of photos by US photographer Eric Pickersgill shows people staring into the space where their phone usually is.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49831515

Trump impeachment: Lawmakers see 'troubling' whistleblower complaint

One Democrat describes the allegations against the president as "disturbing" and "very credible".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49834661

Australia abortion laws: Terminations now legal in New South Wales

New South Wales becomes the final state to overturn laws which had been criticised as archaic.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49834734

Trump immigration plans: US signs deal to deport migrants to Honduras

Critics say the country has one of the world's highest murder rates and is not a safe destination.

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Lisa Li: Angry landlord exposes online star's 'double life'

The Chinese star Lisa Li's life of travel, parties, and fine dining was not everything it seemed.

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Inside one of the world's largest licensed brothels

A BBC investigation has found children as young as seven are at risk of being forced into prostitution in Bangladesh.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49830565

Chile's stolen children: 'I was tricked into handing over my baby'

Chile is investigating how babies and children were sent abroad for adoption during military rule.

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South Africa's xenophobic attacks: Why migrants won't be deterred

The wave of anti-foreigner attacks are a symptom of a bigger problem, writes Andrew Harding.

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Trump impeachment: Was there quid pro quo?

The released memo confirmed US president urged a Biden inquiry, but was it in exchange for aid?

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Nuclear weapons: Explained in numbers

Reality Check takes a look at the facts and figures behind the world's nuclear weapons stockpiles

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TikTok censors references to Tiananmen and Tibet

Content regarded as politically sensitive is censored by the video-sharing app claims The Guardian.

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Boston Dynamics Atlas robot twists and somersaults

Boston Dynamics demos techniques that let its Atlas robot blend its movements together more fluidly.

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Baby Archie meets Archbishop Desmond Tutu on royal tour

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex introduced four-month-old Archie to Archbishop Desmond Tutu and his daughter Thandeka.

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Boston Dynamics robot dog Spot goes on sale

The robot could be useful in construction, the oil and gas industry and for public safety.

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Climate change severely damaging world's oceans, major new report warns

A top panel of scientists says the oceans and frozen regions are feeling the heat from rising temperatures as never before.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49817804

Thomas Cook holidaymakers and crew 'can leave' Cuba, says CAA

The Civil Aviation Authority says flights have been arranged to get Thomas Cook holidaymakers back.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49823225

Danske Bank: Ex-chief caught up in fraud probe found dead

Aivar Rehe ran Danske Bank's Estonia arm, at the centre of a €200bn money laundering investigation.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49824367

Pakistan earthquake: Hundreds injured east of country

An 5.8 magnitude earthquake has killed dozens of people and destroyed buildings in the east of the country.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49826095

Instagram ads banned for 'misleading' Kardashian link

The Instagram ads misled customers and suggested celebrities had used the treatments, the ASA found.

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Plácido Domingo leaves Met Opera over sexual harassment claims

The singer has pulled out of a production of Verdi's Macbeth the day before its opening night.

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Said Bouteflika: Brother of deposed Algerian leader sentenced to 15 years

Said Bouteflika was accused of conspiring against the state as people protested against his brother.

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Somali journalist: 'I was the only female reporter in my city'

Maryan Seylac describes life as a reporter in one of the most dangerous countries for journalists.

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Thomas Cook holidaymakers and crew 'trapped' in Cuba

Several Thomas Cook holidaymakers say their hotels are not letting them leave until they pay extra money.

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Can a computer fool you into thinking it is human?

Chatbots are increasingly common on and off line, but does it matter if their voices aren't real?

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Thomas Cook: Why did prices rise for new flights?

Travellers who want to rebook flights are accusing airlines of exploiting passengers' desperation.

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Mont Blanc: Glacier in danger of collapse, experts warn

Global warming is blamed as a huge section of glacier on the Italian side looks set to break away.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49820542

#DontMuteDC: The US city fighting gentrification with music

One noise complaint sparked a movement that wants to challenge gentrification in Washington DC.

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Fighting the Islamic State group online

How one historian living in Mosul fought the Islamic State group online

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Can baby boxes save lives in Kenya's slums?

In an effort to combat infant mortality, a health charity in Kenya borrowed a popular Finnish idea.

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Brittany Howard finds freedom after Alabama Shakes

The singer on why she left her band and how her late sister Jaime inspired her first solo record.

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Bangladesh bride walks to groom's home in stand for women's rights

Khadiza Akter Khushi broke with ancient Bangladeshi tradition to walk to her future husband's home.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49809469

Mohamed Ali: The self-exiled Egyptian sparking protests at home

Who is the man whose online anger brought Egyptians onto the streets?

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Pelosi announces impeachment inquiry

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi said that President Trump has betrayed the US constitution.

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Thomas Cook collapse: German airline Condor seeks financial help

Germany's government considers offering Condor financial aid so it can keep running.

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French chef Marc Veyrat sues Michelin guide over star rating

Celebrity chef demands answers after losing three star status due to "cheddar in our soufflé".

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Kik Messenger app to shut down

Millions of people will be cut off as the app's creator shuts down to help it fight legal action.

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Fortnite: Why you might not be playing real people anymore

For the first time, computer-controlled characters are going to be added to the battle royale game.

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Ghana halts 'elaborate plot to destabilise country'

The alleged ringleaders have been taken in for questioning, their lawyer has confirmed.

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China 70th anniversary: Pigeon ban and lockdowns as countdown begins

China wants to meticulously choreograph its birthday party - yet Hong Kong might rain on its parade.

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Google wins landmark right to be forgotten case

A privacy regulator had sought to force firm to delist links across the world and not just Europe.

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Uber gets two-month extension to London licence

The firm's temporary licence to operate was due to expire on Wednesday, but it now has a two-month extension.

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Google wins landmark right to be forgotten case

A privacy regulator had sought to force firm to delist links across the world and not just Europe.

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Greta Thunberg: What climate summit achieved after outburst

Over 60 countries promise tougher action to curb emissions - but Greta Thunberg says it's a failure.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49807745

Cimabue: Long-lost €6m artwork found in elderly woman's kitchen

A painting hanging above a hotplate in a home near Paris is a long-lost masterpiece, experts say.

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Climate change: Scientists to report on ocean 'emergency' caused by warming

Researchers from around the world meet to finalise a study on the impact of warming on oceans and icy regions.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49756260

How to charge your phone abroad with no plug adaptor

If you have forgotten to bring a travel adaptor, there still might be a way to charge your phone.

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Franco exhumation: Spain's Supreme Court to make key ruling

Judges are to decide whether to move the dictator from a state mausoleum to a less controversial site.

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Papua protests: More than 20 die after protesters start fires

Fresh violence has hit the restive Papua region in Indonesia, after weeks of unrest in August.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49806182

The Rwandan radio show which brought children back from the dead

How the BBC helped to find thousands of children who got lost during the Rwandan genocide.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-48948073

Megan Rapinoe calls on footballers to change the world at Fifa awards

US star Megan Rapinoe has called on footballers to tackle racism and sexism after winning Fifa's top award.

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Iran rejects fresh accusations over Saudi oil attack

The leaders of France, Germany and the UK backed US claims that Iran attacked oil installations.

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Trump Ukraine call: What's this story all about?

There's a new political controversy in the US - it's complex but we break it down into bite-sized chunks.

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Model stages silent protest on Gucci catwalk over 'straitjacket' designs

Ayesha Tan-Jones wrote a message on their hands to protest against 'straitjacket' designs.

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US policeman suspended for arresting two six-year-olds

A six-year-old girl was handcuffed and charged with battery, her grandmother told US media.

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Pea power: Can the humble crop save the planet?

There has been a scramble to produce protein from peas, but can it really help solve environmental problems?

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What is the United Nations and what does it do?

World leaders meet at this week's UN General Assembly, but what goes on there and will they discuss?

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Google launches Play Pass apps subscription package

It will charge $4.99 a month for access to more than 350 apps, posing a challenge to Apple Arcade.

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US soldier 'discussed bomb attack on news network'

The 24-year-old infantryman also allegedly mentioned Beto O'Rourke as a potential target.

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Egypt protests: 'Hundreds held' after rare anti-government unrest

Protests against alleged government corruption erupted in Cairo and other cities over the weekend.

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Notre-Dame plot: Five women in court over foiled car bomb attack

The French women, all converts to Islam, face terrorism charges over the incident in September 2016.

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Said Bouteflika: Brother of deposed Algerian leader goes on trial

Said Bouteflika and two former secret service chiefs are accused of conspiring against the state.

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German court rules hangovers are an 'illness'

Judges in Frankfurt said a company selling anti-hangover drinks was making illegal health claims.

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Harry and Meghan dance in South Africa

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex joined in after arriving on their first overseas tour with their son.

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Danielle Cohn: Are teen influencers being exploited?

Danielle Cohn posts provocative images and videos. She says she is 15, but her father claims she is younger.

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Security gadgets 'making people more vulnerable' from hackers

Hacking experts show a family how easily they can be spied on by technology bought for their safety.

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Google seeks permission for staff to listen to Assistant recordings

The company acknowledges it had not been clear enough that humans might listen to users' recordings.

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UN climate summit: World leaders gather to present plans

New plans to reduce climate emissions will be presented, but the US, Australia and Japan won't speak.

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Mediator: French weight-loss drug trial over ‘up to 2,000’ deaths begins

Experts believe the drug could have killed between 500 and 2,000 people before it was banned.

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Catalan separatists arrested in Spain over 'attack plot'

Nine suspects are detained and bomb-making equipment seized in dawn raids, Spanish police say.

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YouTube U-turn after protests over verified status

The video-sharing site apologised after proposing a change that drew criticism from prominent YouTubers.

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Leicester City crash victim's family sues owners for $10m

Nusara Suknamai's family says they depended on her support and have not received any compensation.

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Indonesia haze causes sky to turn blood red

Pictures and videos of the phenomenon went viral on social media over the weekend.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49793047

Trump confirms he raised Bidens in Ukraine call

The admission fuelled calls for Democrats to launch impeachment proceedings against the president.

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Kenya school collapse: Seven dead and dozens injured in Nairobi

Dozens more were injured when the wooden structure collapsed at the start of the school day.

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The Veronicas: Singers threaten legal action over flight removal

The Veronicas say they were ordered off a Qantas flight after staff "escalated" a row over luggage.

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Modi to Trump: 'My honour to introduce you to my family'

India's PM and the US president took the stage at a rare mass rally for a foreign leader in Houston.

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The Displaced: The African country that wants refugees

Uganda - with more than a million refugees - is renowned for the way it welcomes those fleeing violence.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49745896

The 'tortured' children of Kashmir

Several families allege that children are being illegally detained in Indian-administered Kashmir.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-49772269

Indonesia haze: 'I'm worried about my baby's health'

Locals in haze-hit Kalimantan, Indonesia, are seeking oxygen treatment in emergency shelters.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49769629

Batman fans celebrate 80th birthday of DC Comics superhero

The "Bat-Signal" has been beamed on buildings across the world to mark the anniversary.

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Rio violence: Protests as girl, eight, 'killed by police'

The eight-year-old Brazilian girl was with her grandmother in a van when she was hit in the back.

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Oh deer! Stag stuck in flooded ruins rescued by cyclists in Spain

The animal was pulled out by a group of cyclists in south-east Spain.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49787110

Climate change: Impacts 'accelerating' as leaders gather for UN talks

A snapshot of the latest science, published as politicians gather in New York, says climate change is speeding up.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49773869

Pizol glacier: Swiss hold funeral for ice lost to global warming

Dozens of people, some dressed in black, paid their respects to the Pizol glacier in the Swiss Alps.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49788483

Pittsburgh police probe wristband-wearer deaths

Three have died and four are in hospital after an unspecified "medical situation" in Pittsburgh.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49789117

Greece: 'Volleyball team' of migrants arrested in Athens

Greek police say the group was arrested at Athens airport after turning up in matching sports kits.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49786370

Emmy Awards 2019: Countdown to ceremony begins

Game of Thrones and Veep have a final chance of glory at Sunday's hostless ceremony in Los Angeles.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49773589

Area 51: US military sorry over bomber raid tweet

The tweet threatened to deploy a B-2 bomber against "millennials" planning to raid the base.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49786363

Hong Kong protests: China flag trampled in mall unrest

A Chinese flag was desecrated at a protest at a shopping mall on the 16th weekend of anti-government protests.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49787106

Fifa 'assured' Iranian women will be able to attend football matches

Fifa says it received assurances from Iranian authorities, after the death of a woman this month.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49787863

Egypt: Protests and clashes enter second day

Dozens are reportedly arrested in Suez as protests continue against President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49786367

Hong Kong protests: China flag desecrated as fresh unrest erupts

Bricks are thrown and tear gas fired as a shopping centre is vandalised in continued protests.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49787134

Ebola virus: Tanzania failing to provide details, WHO says

The World Health Organization says it has not been given reports on possible cases.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49786823

Queer Eye's Jonathan Van Ness says he's HIV positive

The Queer Eye star announces he's living with HIV, saying "these are issues that need to be talked about".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-49786893

Stratford vet tries to save orangutan shot 130 times

Paul Ramos was in Borneo to film the work being done to save the orangutan population.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-coventry-warwickshire-49741285

Democrat 2020 candidates turn up for Iowa Steak Fry

The Polk County Steak Fry on Saturday saw 17 of the remaining 19 Democratic candidates speak.

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Yemen: UN welcomes Houthi offer to end Saudi Arabia attacks

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels offer to end all attacks on Saudi Arabia as part of a peace plan.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49785413

'I stole a plane to get out of the Navy'

When Theo Van Eijck was kicked out of a Dutch pilot-training programme in 1964, he stole a plane and flew to Libya.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-49773399

Italians await Salvini's comeback in his Veneto heartland

Nationalist leader Matteo Salvini dramatically lost power but his supporters are awaiting his comeback.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49727511

UAE in space: Hazzaa Al Mansoori to become first Emirati astronaut

What's it like to be the first astronaut of your country?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49715269

Abuja crime: Is Nigeria's capital city 'one of the safest in the world'?

Is the country's police chief right about the low level of crime in Abuja?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49728321

Swapping traffic for a workout on Ethiopia's streets

Sunday 22 September is World Car Free Day - but in Ethiopia it happens once a month, in cities across the country.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49761770

Man drowns during underwater marriage proposal

Video shows Steven Weber proposing through the window of a submerged cabin off Tanzania.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49783851

Operation Market Garden: WW2 veteran, 97, parachutes again over Arnhem

The former paratrooper marked 75 years since the Battle of Arnhem's Operation Market Garden.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49780395

TWA Flight 847: Greek police arrest aircraft hijacking suspect

The man, 65, is suspected of involvement in the TWA Flight 847 hijacking that left one dead.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49783850

Iranian hostage freed by Somali pirates after four years

The freeing of the Iranian sailor means Somali pirates now hold only three remaining captives.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49782075

Saudi Arabia vows to respond to oil attacks with 'necessary measures'

The kingdom says it will take "necessary measures" as it reiterates that Iran is to blame.

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A look at the damage from the oil attacks

After attacks against the country's oil infrastructure, the BBC's Frank Gardner surveys the damage.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49782930

Meteor lights up parts of Australian sky

Video shows the moment the sky above Tasmania and Victoria was lit up by a meteor.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49783230

DR Congo to introduce second Ebola vaccine

The second vaccine could provide a protective wall halting the spread of the virus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49782070

Battle of Arnhem marked by 1,500 parachutists

Events are taking place to mark the 75th anniversary of Operation Market Garden in World War Two.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49779883

Several dozen attend Facebook event to storm Area 51

Only dozens turned up after millions expressed an interested in attending the Facebook event.

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Yellow vest protests: Dozens of arrests in Paris

More than 7,000 police were deployed in Paris, with tear gas used to quell the disruption.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49781640

Taylor Swift cancels concert amid animal rights criticism

Swift had been due to sing at the Melbourne Cup, a move criticised by animal rights activists.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49780732

Iran warns it will 'destroy aggressors' after US troop announcement

Iran is "ready for any scenario", an official says, after the US pledges to send troops to the Gulf.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49781350

South Africa xenophobia: Africa needs 'managed migration'

Naledi Pandor says a rise in xenophobia shows Africa needs to look at how to control migrant flows.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49780244

Egypt protests: Anti-government chants in Tahrir Square

Rare protests have taken place in Egypt, calling for the removal of President Abdul Fattah Sisi.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49780390

Jennifer Lopez revives dress behind the invention of Google Images

Photographs of the singer wearing the gown in 2000 led to the invention of Google Image search.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49780020

Battle of Arnhem: Mass parachute drop to mark WW2 assault

Prince Charles will join veterans in the Netherlands on the 75th anniversary of the WW2 assault.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-49771180

Rugby World Cup: Extreme weather warning issued as typhoon approaches Japan

Rugby World Cup organisers issue an extreme weather warning and close two fanzones as a large and powerful typhoon approaches Japan.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/49779796

Utah tourist bus crash kills at least four, injures more

The bus was carrying Chinese tourists near Bryce Canyon National Park when it veered off the road.

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Saudi Arabia oil attacks: US to send troops to Saudi Arabia

The "defensive" deployment comes after attacks on Saudi oil installations, which it blames on Iran.

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Israeli elections: What do the results reveal?

Benjamin Netanyahu's political base has fractured, leading to an uncertain future.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49768172

Modi visit to US: Trump appearance signals importance of India

Indian Prime Minister Modi will address supporters in Houston, where he will be joined by Donald Trump.

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What3words: 'Life-saving app' divides opinion

First responders have been singing the praises of what3words but some have reservations about the tech.

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Hackers get chance to target US satellite

The US Air Force will allow selected hackers try and take over an orbiting satellite.

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Climate protest student: 'I'm here to step up and say no more'

Student Gina Hale is one of the protesters taking part in the day of climate action.

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Nigeria shuts Action Against Hunger aid group 'for feeding militants'

Action Against Hunger denies accusations that it is supplying "food and drugs" to Boko Haram.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49767289

YouTuber pays compensation after 'copycat' death

The influencer has compensated the family of a dead 14-year-old girl - but denied responsibility.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/49765176

Russian actor Ustinov to be freed from jail after protest campaign

Pavel Ustinov's jail term sparked widespread anger after video suggested he was set upon by police.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49767647

Millions attend global climate strike

Protesters demand "an end to the age of fossil fuels and climate justice for everyone".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-49767747

Taiwan loses another ally as Kiribati cuts ties

Taiwan says Beijing is using "dollar diplomacy" to poach one of its last remaining allies.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49766262

Microsoft president: Don't move fast and break things

Microsoft's president urges other tech firms to accept responsibility for the effects of their work.

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Gulalai Ismail: Activist in hiding flees Pakistan for the US

Gulalai Ismail is accused of "anti-state activities" and is now in New York seeking asylum.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49765178

Colt suspends AR-15 rifle production for civilians

Colt suspends the production of sporting rifles including the AR-15, used in several US mass shootings

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49766257

Singapore Grand Prix: How will haze affect the drivers and fans?

F1 returns to Singapore this weekend - just as the city sees its worst air quality in three years.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49737216

Climate change: Firms make green energy vows as call for action grow

Amazon and Google are among global firms setting out new green energy plans as climate pressure rises.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49764957

Booking.com still duping customers, says watchdog

The consumer watchdog claims the website is still using 'pressure-selling' tactics.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-49740143

Indonesia haze: What it's like breathing in Asia's hazardous smoke

Authorities have tried to clamp down on the fires causing the annual haze - so why is it still happening?

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The man who stopped a mega-dam and saved Borneo's rainforest

Peter Kallang has been awarded a top prize for stopping a mega-dam being built in Borneo.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49753290

Donald Trump hosts Australia PM at the White House

Australian PM Scott Morrison is only the second leader to receive a state dinner under President Trump.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49730164

Muslim men blame racial profiling for flight cancellation

American Airlines say they stopped the flight over "concerns raised by a crew member and a passenger".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49764305

Climate change: Arctic expedition to drift in sea-ice for a year

Germany will embed its Polarstern research ship in sea-ice for a year-long study of the climate.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49760460

Australian brothers guilty of IS plane bomb plot

The pair tried to blow up an Eithad flight with a bomb hidden inside a meat grinder, a court finds.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49764450

Cut air pollution to fight climate change - UN

The global effort to tackle emissions will be debated at the UN Climate Action Summit in New York.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49134175

Cartels, kidnap and torture on the US border

Families are being preyed on by Mexican cartels as they wait to cross the US border.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49760161

Conservative Party targets over-45s with Facebook Brexit ads

Political parties’ Facebook ad campaigns are gearing up ahead of any election, BBC News research reveals.

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Airbnb plans to list shares next year

The home rental site's floatation is expected to be one of the highest profile market debuts of 2020.

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Interpol detects foreign terror suspects in Mediterranean

The global police agency says the suspects were using busy tourist routes between Africa and Europe.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49758650

Afghanistan conflict: The young face of a brutal war

The BBC spent a month in one of Afghanistan's busiest hospitals in the southern city of Kandahar.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49740156

Huawei Mate 30 phones launch without Google apps

Handsets will offer Facebook's apps via Huawei's own store but are not pre-loaded with Google's.

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Europe migrant crisis: Calls to redistribute migrants as arrivals rise

France and Italy want a fairer European system in place to "show solidarity" as numbers increase.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49752380

Israel election: Netanyahu urges rival Gantz to join unity government

The PM appeals to his rival Benny Gantz after no clear winner emerges from Tuesday's election.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49753221

Belgian F-16 crash pilot ejects on to power line

The Belgian jet's pilot is safe and well after being rescued from the line in north-western France.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49751536

Austria blocks EU-Mercosur trade deal with South America

MPs in Vienna deal a blow to a landmark agreement which cannot pass without all EU states backing it.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49753210

Mexico missing students: New investigation ordered

The 43 trainee teachers disappeared after a clash with police in Guerrero state in 2014.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49753880

Nabil Karoui: Tunisia candidate to stay in jail

Nabil Karoui has reached the second round in the country's dramatic presidential election.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49752870

Black panther found prowling roofs in French town

The powerful feline spent an hour walking along a second floor ledge before it was tranquilised.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49753154

South Korean serial killer 'found' after 30 years

Officers may have finally solved the case which sparked South Korea's largest-ever investigation.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49750184

Huawei: Microsoft president seeks end to US tech ban

The US company's president warns of a "digital iron curtain down the Pacific Ocean".

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American Airlines sabotage mechanic 'has possible IS links'

Prosecutors say the American Airlines worker has a brother in IS and had IS material on his phone.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49753151

Instagram clamps down on diet and cosmetic surgery posts

Some posts will now be hidden from under 18s while "miraculous" remedy posts will be banned.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-49746065

Afghanistan war: Deadly Taliban attack 'destroys' hospital

At least 10 people have been killed after a truck exploded near a hospital in southern Afghanistan.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49751370

School shootings: Sandy Hook parents' haunting video warning

The parents of children killed at Sandy Hook have put out a graphic video about mass shootings.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-49751150

The Kashmiris detained more than 700km away from home

More than 80 people from the region are being held at a jail in northern India.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-49713419

Fukushima disaster: Nuclear executives found not guilty

It was the only criminal case to arise out of the world's worst nuclear disaster since Chernobyl.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49750180

Huge explosion at Turkish chemical factory

A blast propelled a metal tank into the air during a fire at a facility in Istanbul.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49749483

Justin Trudeau 'brownface': 'I should have known better'

The Canadian PM says he's "really sorry" for wearing skin-darkening make-up at a 2001 event.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49749973

Protests in Pakistan's Kasur after boys' bodies found

Crowds demand action after the latest abductions and murders of children in Kasur district.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49745328

Booking.com still duping customers, says watchdog

The consumer watchdog claims the website is still using 'pressure-selling' tactics.

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The cheat hackers ‘ruining’ gaming for others

The use of cheats is a major problem in video games and it’s becoming increasingly lucrative as esports take off. We meet a teenage hacker’s making thousands.

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Liberia school fire leaves many children dead near Monrovia

The blaze broke out at a boarding school near the capital Monrovia, killing at least 23 children.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49743937

Robert C O'Brien: Trump names new national security adviser

Robert C O'Brien is Mr Trump's fourth national security adviser and replaces John Bolton.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49744497

Baby Pia: Almost 1m Belgians pay for life-saving drug

Phone donations are made in Belgium to help treat nine-month-old Pia's rare condition.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49739845

India e-cigarettes: Ban announced to prevent youth 'epidemic'

The government says vaping poses a health risk to the young, rather than an alternative to smoking.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-49738381

New algorithms aim to stamp abuse on Twitter

US researchers develop a tool that can detect abuse with "90% accuracy".

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Nick Carter gets restraining order against brother Aaron

The Backstreet Boys singer accuses younger sibling Aaron of "increasingly alarming behaviour".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49738053

The epic horse race across the Mongolian steppe

In 2009 the first ever Mongol Derby was raced across the vast expanse of the Mongolian Steppe.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-49676573

Live facial recognition surveillance 'must stop'

Campaigners say the technology is inaccurate, intrusive and infringes on an individual's right to privacy.

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Australian hiker rescued after 'carrying' broken leg for two days

Neil Parker began his agonising trip to safety after falling 6m (20ft) down a waterfall in Australia.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49737335

Three killed in Venice during boat race from Monte Carlo

The incident took place on Tuesday as racing champion Fabio Buzzi tried to set new race record.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49738385

World's biggest amphibian 'discovered' in museum

DNA from historical museum specimens may help save the giant salamander from extinction in the wild.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49692583

Sarah Thomas: Woman first to swim Channel four times non-stop

Sarah Thomas began the challenge on Sunday and finished after more than 54 hours.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-kent-49724851

Prostate drug may slow Parkinson's disease

A medicine for enlarged prostates may benefit brain cells damaged by Parkinson's, scientists find.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-49713407

Does fat shaming help people lose weight?

Fat chance - the evidence says fat shaming is more likely to lead people to put on weight.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-49714697

Brad Pitt speaks with astronaut from Nasa headquarters

Actor Brad Pitt questions astronaut Nick Hague about life on the International Space Station.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49734940

Saudi Arabia oil drone attack 'a blow for the world'

Attacks on Saudi Arabia’s oil facilities are an attack on the "whole world" the country says.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49736754

Menstrual blood ad complaints dismissed in Australia

The controversial adverts featured realistic depictions of blood on pads and in the shower.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49736708

Lord of the Rings returns to New Zealand with Amazon TV show

The TV series produced by the US e-commerce giant has been tipped to be the most expensive ever made.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49737115

Giant panda death in Thailand leaves China asking questions

The death of Chuang Chuang, who was famous for efforts to stimulate his sex drive, has caused anger.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49737215

Edgar Zambrano: Guaidó deputy freed from detention in Venezuela

The move comes a day after President Nicolás Maduro reached a deal with small opposition parties.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49736985

'Why I recover the bodies of drowning victims'

Keith Cornican travels far and wide recovering drowning victims' bodies, spurred by personal tragedy.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49730163

BBC launches 'digital wellbeing' Own It app for children

The Own It app watches what children type and offers advice about how to stay healthy online.

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The robot that cleans floors and tells jokes

More than 100 fully autonomous cleaning robots are coming to Singapore this year, made by local manufacturer Lionsbot. Ella's job is cleaning the floors at the National Gallery.

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Hong Kong tries and fails to hire PR firms to rebuild image

Amid ongoing protests the government contacted eight PR firms, but all of them turned down the job.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49728071

French Dunkirk camp cleared as migrants try to reach UK

Police try to move some 1,000 people from a gym and tent camp near Dunkirk.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49727513

Lilly Singh launches NBC talk show A Little Late on YouTube first

She is the only female late night host on the big four US networks.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49726027

Michael Jackson estate calls Leaving Neverland's Emmy Award a 'farce'

Michael Jackson's estate hits out over Leaving Neverland's Emmy Award for best documentary.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49725926

UK's full-fibre broadband coverage rises to 8%, says Ofcom

Ofcom's report highlights how much work must be done to provide full fibre access to all by 2025.

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Electric car owners to 'choose' engine sounds

Proposals by a US road safety body could see electric vehicle owners choose the noise their car makes.

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Why are South Korean politicians shaving their heads?

Allegations of corruption linked to a justice minister have renewed a traditional form of protest.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49723871

Novosibirsk: 'No risk' after blast and fire at Russian lethal virus lab

A major research centre says no biological agents have been released from a blast and fire at a lab.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49727101

Afghanistan war: Deadly bomb attack hits election rally

President Ashraf Ghani was due to address the meeting north of the capital, Kabul.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49726088

Apple Irish tax case appeal heard by EU court

The Republic of Ireland argues it should not have to recover €13bn of unpaid taxes from Apple.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49724786

South Africa apologises to Nigeria over xenophobic attacks

An envoy expresses the country's "sincerest apologies" following a wave of violence targeting foreigners.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49726041

Sarah Thomas on swimming English Channel four times non-stop

American woman Sarah Thomas has become the first person to swim the English Channel four times non-stop.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-49725791

Smart meter rollout delayed for four years

Suppliers now have until 2024 to fit them into homes, but it may mean higher costs for the industry.

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Elon Musk says 'pedo guy' tweet was not accusation

The Tesla CEO's lawyers say the term means "creepy old man" in South Africa where Mr Musk grew up.

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Rebellion's Sniper Elite VR game previewed

BBC Click's Marc Cieslak plays a demo of the latest version of the World War II sniping simulator.

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Cardinal Pell makes final attempt to quash sexual abuse convictions

Ex-Vatican treasurer George Pell asks Australia's top court to review his sexual abuse convictions.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49724427

Israelis vote in second general election in five months

PM Benjamin Netanyahu fights for a fifth term after failing to form a coalition during the summer.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49714279

Elon Musk says 'pedo guy' tweet was not accusation

The Tesla CEO's lawyers say the term means "creepy old man" in South Africa where Mr Musk grew up.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49724251

How one woman accidentally swallowed her engagement ring

Jenna Evans was instructed by "villains" during a dream to swallow her engagement ring.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49693036

Looking back at 100 days of protests in Hong Kong

How a controversial extradition bill with China sparked months of violent protest.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49712630

China gripped after sighting of its own 'Loch Ness Monster'

Is the creature in the Yangtze a monster, a snake - or something less animated altogether?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49719826

Tech-savvy stamp collectors energise an old hobby

Technology is helping stamp collectors to share their passion and keep rogue operators at bay.

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Algeria protests: how disinformation spread on social media

How social media became an information battleground for anti-government protesters and Algeria's rulers.

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Mexico missing students: Anger at suspects' release

A judge orders the release of 24 police officers arrested over the 2014 disappearance of 43 students.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49713837

Boy poisoned by E. coli-infected beef in 2011 dies in France

The 10-year-old was paralysed by contaminated supermarket beef in northern France.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49716578

Bob Hewitt: South Africa stops early release of rapist former tennis star

Bob Hewitt, 79, has his early release on parole suspended following a public outcry.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49714118

Thailand Tiger Temple: More than half have died since rescue

Thai authorities said the big cats died of a virus, or from genetic problems linked to inbreeding.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49712765

2019 ozone hole could be smallest in three decades

The deep thinning in Earth's protective atmospheric layer is not as extensive as it normally is.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49714987

Data on almost every Ecuadorean citizen leaked

The massive database of personal information was found on an unsecured cloud computer, researchers say.

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Faster pace of climate change is 'scary', former chief scientist says

The UK should advance its climate targets by 10 years, says the UK’s former chief scientist.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49689018

Andhra Pradesh boat capsize: At least 12 dead and several missing

The tourist boat was carrying around 70 people when it toppled over after colliding with a rock.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-49685363

Online trolls: Why they abuse celebs and how to combat it

Stars are targeted in the hope they will respond and spread the abusive message further, a report says.

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Nightmare causes sleeping California woman to swallow wedding ring

A nightmare causes the California woman to gulp down the diamond ring to "protect it from bad guys".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49712757

Israel election a referendum on Netanyahu

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen looks at the election campaign of Israel's longest-serving prime minister.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49714067

App that cancels subscriptions launches in UK

The virtual card automatically protects people from being charged at the end of a free trial period.

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How bacteria could make fashion more eco-friendly

A new process to dye clothes using bacteria could bring environmental benefits.

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The former soldier who aims to build a $50bn firm

Shachar Bialick says his special forces background drives his success in business.

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Saudi oil attacks: US intelligence 'shows Iran involved'

US officials quote intelligence and show satellite images, but Iran denies involvement.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49712417

Indonesia haze: Why do forests keep burning?

A smoky haze has blanketed the region, an annual phenomenon that affects millions of people.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-34265922

Ric Ocasek, lead singer of The Cars, dies aged 75

The Cars were one of the biggest bands of the 1980s and the front-runner of the new wave movement.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49711161

Purdue Pharma files for bankruptcy in the US

The drug maker, accused of fuelling the opioid crisis, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49711618

Casey Viner: Teenage US gamer jailed over deadly 911 hoax

Casey Viner, 19, ordered the prank call after an argument while playing Call of Duty.

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Magpie attack: Australian cyclist dies while fleeing swooping bird

The man suffered head injuries after swerving his bicycle in a bid to avoid the aggressive bird.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49711147

Casey Viner: Teenage US gamer jailed over deadly 911 hoax

Casey Viner, 19, ordered the prank call after an argument while playing Call of Duty.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49710933

Sex workers in Malawi deal with HIV, contraception and violence

Malawian sex workers share the stories of their struggles to access healthcare.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-49164356

Life-saving surgery but not by a doctor

Seida Guadu performs an emergency Caesarean to try to save the lives of a baby and his mother.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-49666419

The Displaced: When 40,000 desperate Venezuelans hit a tiny island

Four million Venezuelans have now fled their country - but can some of them build a new life in the Caribbean?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49690353

Dozens feared dead in DR Congo boat accident

The boat was carrying at least 110 passengers, 76 of whom were rescued.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49710928

Jojo Rabbit: Nazi satire wins top Toronto film award

Jojo Rabbit tells the story of a young boy in 1940s Germany whose mother is hiding a Jewish girl.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49708727

Brett Kavanaugh: Trump defends judge amid new misconduct claims

Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh is facing fresh allegations of sexual misconduct.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49708721

New Zealand: Man brings clown to redundancy meeting

Josh Thompson took a clown to a work meeting as a "support person" when he was about to lose his job.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49708570

Virginia removes requirement to declare race on marriage forms

The US state's attorney-general says couples no longer have to declare their race to get married.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49708880

Saudi oil attacks: Iran condemns US 'deceit' after accusation

The US had said that Tehran was behind drone attacks on two Saudi oil sites, not Yemeni rebels.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49707303

Hong Kong protests: Petrol bombs and water cannon used in clashes

Violence breaks out after thousands defy a police ban to march as unrest continues unabated.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49705988

Hong Kong protesters rally outside British Consulate

They want the UK to press China to maintain freedoms agreed when it handed the city over in 1997.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49705984

Robert Mugabe's death: What next for Grace Mugabe?

The grieving widow's fortunes have always revealed much about how power really works in Zimbabwe.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49702703

Thousands of foetal remains found in US abortion doctor's home

Dr Ulrich Klopfer, who died on 3 September, had his licence suspended four years ago.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49705344

Spanish floods: Family trapped in attic

"The flood has entered my house, and it's all I can see."

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49705693

Saudi oil strikes: US blames Iran for twin attacks

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo tweeted that there was no evidence the attacks came from Yemen.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49705197

Tunisia set to hold second free presidential election

It's seen as a test of one of the world's newest democracies, and two women are among those running.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49650446

Nigerian magician Babs Cardini: 'I want to be the best'

Nigerian magician Babs Cardini wows audiences on the streets of Lagos.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49681493

Mexico Jalisco: Forensics identify 44 bodies in well

The corpses were found among 119 black bags containing human remains.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49704720

Why thousands are flocking to corgi cafes

Corgi cafes are all the rage, with these dog-themed businesses popping up across Asia.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49691903

Obituary: Joan Johnson, the leader of a black hair care revolution

Joan Johnson created a business empire that used hair to champion African American identity.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49675083

Shinjiro Koizumi: A rising star in Japanese politics

Shinjiro Koizumi, 38, keeps grabbing the headlines. Does he have his eyes on the country's top job?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49675193

Which countries have banned pesticides used in suicide?

Pesticide self-poisoning is one of the leading causes of suicide in Asia.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49662340

Battling for survival on the frontier of climate change

How farmers in Jamaica are using smart technology to cope with more unpredictable weather patterns.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49661455

The Tokyo rugby club keeping elderly players healthy

Tokyo's Fuwaku rugby club has three players over the age of 90.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-49598887

Can solar power shake up the energy market?

The falling cost of solar power is helping it to disrupt the global energy market.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49344595

Ocean Viking: Italy allows migrants to disembark

It signals a change of approach to migration from the new coalition which took office on Tuesday.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49701130

Malaysia queen denounces arrest of online critics

The Raja Permaisuri Agong briefly returned to Twitter to urge police not to detain anyone else.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49700077

Kylie Moore-Gilbert named as British-Australian academic held in Iran

Kylie Moore-Gilbert, a Middle East specialist at Melbourne University, was detained "months ago".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49700070

Saudi Arabia oil facilities ablaze after drone strikes

The fires are under control, state media say, as Yemen's Houthi group says it deployed the drones.

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Online bullying: What you can do about trolling

What can you do if you're being cyber-bullied? Hannah Adams, from Jesy Nelson's new doc, tells us.

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US baby born on 9/11 at 9:11 weighs 9lb 11oz

"Christina is a little miracle during such a sad time," her mother said.

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Eddie Money, Two Tickets to Paradise singer, dies at 70

The Two Tickets to Paradise singer, who sold some 30 million records, had been diagnosed with cancer.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49699830

Saudi Arabia oil facilities ablaze after drone strikes

The fires are now under control at Abqaiq and Khurais, state media say.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49699429

The bizarre fabrics that fashion is betting on

Amid a growing backlash against fast fashion, firms are looking at new fabrics from mushrooms and pineapples.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49550263

'It will be OK': The amputees helping each other

When Lisa became an amputee, she noticed the lack of support for amputees. She decided to do something about it.

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The 'zombie fungus' and the climbing dead

Marvel at some of the highly commended images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-49615571

Letter from Africa: 'I gave up on catching the train in Ethiopia'

Ethiopia is hugely proud of its new Chinese-built railway - but it is surprisingly difficult to buy a ticket.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49580863

The hobbyists competing to make AI human

The Loebner Prize, one of the few real-life Turing Tests, comes to Swansea this weekend.

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Instagram fact-check: Can a new flagging tool stop fake news?

Users can now flag false Instagram content to fact-checkers but experts believe there is more to do to fight disinformation.

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Glory to Hong Kong: How the protestors got a new song

The man behind the pro-democracy song hopes it will re-inject energy and boost public morale.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49661135

Flash floods in south-eastern Spain kill at least five

Torrential rain has caused travel chaos and forced thousands of people to evacuate their homes.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49696760

How Paris got a taste for second-hand style from Africa

Clothes dealer Amah Ayivi finds vintage gems in Togo and sells them on to fashion lovers in Paris.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49646391

Syrian rapper battles on all fronts in war-torn Idlib

Angered by the suffering of civilians, a young student is protesting in his own way - by rapping.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-49668689

Frankfurt Motor Show: Love, hate and electric cars

The BBC's Theo Leggett reports from a cavernous display of delights at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49673933

Week in pictures: 7 - 13 September 2019

A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-49688128

Glory to Hong Kong: Singing a new protest anthem

Protesters are staging singalongs of a new protest song - and some say it should be the city's anthem.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49688548

'I fled Boko Haram and had to leave my son behind'

Nigerian mother Asibi faced an impossible choice when she was forced to flee Boko Haram.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49690154

Indian granny's 'less than a cent' breakfast wins hearts

The 80-year-old chef hasn't increased her prices in 30 years - and customers love her for it.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-49647127

Variant 31: 'Pushing the boundaries' of immersive theatre

The "live horror" theatre experience where you fight zombies under ground in central London.

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Google to pay €1bn to end French tax probe

The settlement ends a four-year investigation into Google's tax affairs.

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Why your smart meter may not be so smart after all

Nearly a third of all energy companies fitting smart meters are still installing old technology.

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9/11 attacks: US to reveal key name in Saudi lawsuit

The victims' families believe the person is likely to be a Saudi official who helped the attackers.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49686128

Tokyo 2020 Olympics organisers test snow machine to beat the heat

Japan tests spraying fake snow in 'Snowkyo' to tackle the summer heat ahead of the games next summer.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-49684810

Democratic debate: Who had the best one-liner?

From "hell yes" to "have a record player on" - the White House hopefuls' most memorable lines.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49670326

Sony shocks gamers with Playstation revelation

It turns out people have been using the wrong terminology for years.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-49662096

Tiananmen Square Tank Man photographer Charlie Cole dies

The image of one man in the way of a column of tanks has become a symbol of peaceful resistance.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49684808

Hong Kong Tennis Open postponed due to protests

Organisers said they could not guarantee "smooth running" if the tournament in light of the unrest.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49685098

Democratic debate: Biden, Warren and Sanders spar over healthcare

Joe Biden, Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders share the stage for the first time in a testy debate.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49684419

YouTube advertises big brands alongside fake cancer cure videos

The video site's algorithm promotes medical misinformation in a number of languages, the BBC finds.

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How virtual reality is helping people with dementia

Virtual reality is being used to help people with dementia revisit their past.

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Fake cancer cures: Debunking myths found in videos on YouTube

Professor Justin Stebbing, a cancer expert at Imperial College London, debunks some of the unproven “cures” for cancer.

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High-tech ways to keep employees happy

Companies offer gym deals and cycle schemes - but how do they know if these are what staff want?

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California boat fire: Safety investigators say all crew were asleep

The scuba-diving boat caught fire off the coast of California last week, killing 34 passengers.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49681130

Hurricane Dorian: Number of missing drops to 1,300

Hurricane Dorian battered the Bahamas earlier this month killing at least 50.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-49682121

Storm Area 51: The joke that became a ‘possible humanitarian disaster’

A hoax rallying cry to storm a US Air Force base in Nevada has left two towns fearing catastrophe.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49667295

'Freeze... and marry me!' - Russians who propose at gunpoint

Actors staging special forces "drug busts" are spicing up marriage proposals in Russia.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49566090