Suzi Taylor: Australia reality TV star 'extorted' Tinder date

Suzi Taylor arranged to meet the man before assaulting him and stealing money, police say.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50257903

China rolls out 'one of the world's largest' 5G networks

By the end of the year, China's will be one of the world's largest 5G deployments, state media said.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50258287

Help pours in for Chinese student on 30 cents a day

The 24-year-old ate only rice and chillies for five years in order to save money to help her brother.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50258307

All you need is mud: Japan’s new spin on rugby

If you sign up for tambo rugby in Japan, playing dirty isn’t a choice - it’s a promise.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50252393

18 Shades of Black: The Indian women using fashion to challenge tradition

The 18 Shades of Black campaign was inspired by the reaction to women gaining entry to a holy shrine.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50232031

Why Chinese farmers have crossed border into Russia's Far East

When farms in Russia's Far East collapsed with the old Soviet Union, Chinese firms saw an opportunity.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50185006

Quiz of the week: Films Prince loved... and other posers

Have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-50207811

Trump switches permanent residence from New York to Florida

He said he had been "treated very badly" by local politicians - prompting one to reply: "Good riddance".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50258078

Climate change 'making mountaineering riskier'

Thinning ice and snow cover is leading to more rock-falls and landslides.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-50237551

The African Americans discovering Ghana

Ghana has declared 2019 the 'year of return' and is encouraging the African diaspora to visit the country, but why are some deciding to make it their new home?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50256582

Five men acquitted of gang-raping teenager in Spain

A court ruled the men did not commit rape because the victim was so drunk that violence was not used.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50257922

Brazil wildfires: Blaze advances across Pantanal wetlands

The area is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, and a popular tourist destination.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50257684

Maids for sale: How Silicon Valley enables online slave markets

Domestic workers have been illegally sold via Instagram and other apps on Google and Apple's stores.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-50240012

Cat attack: Moscow man faces five years in jail

An officer in Moscow suffered a badly scratched face when the animal was allegedly thrown at him.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50247789

Brexit: All the times Britain had a deadline for leaving the EU but didn't

The UK has failed to leave the EU on 31 October - and haven't we been here before?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-50240015

North Korea fires two 'ballistic missiles' into Sea of Japan

If confirmed as a missile test, it would be North Korea's 12th this year.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50246065

Qantas grounds Boeing 737 plane due to 'cracking'

The airline is inspecting its 737 NG fleet after similar discoveries by regulators in the US.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50244699

Australia police find 400kg drugs in hot sauce bottles

Australian authorities arrest four after finding drugs hidden in imported chilli sauce bottles.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50245824

Shuri Castle: Huge fire engulfs Japan's 500-year-old site

It's a Unesco World Heritage site and has been designated a national treasure.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50244609

At least 60 dead in Pakistan train fire, police say

The fire apparently started when a gas cylinder, being used by passengers to cook food, exploded.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50245090

California wildfires: Strong winds fan flames around Los Angeles

New fires have sprung up around Los Angeles as high winds sweep across Southern California.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50244600

Karachi Biennale: Price of speaking out against police killings

Artist Adeela Suleman was inspired by the death of one young man. The authorities felt differently.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50224675

Essex lorry deaths: The deadly people smuggling trail leading to France

France is seen as a bottleneck in the smugglers' network and a springboard to London.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50236855

Why US teachers have been walking out of schools nationwide

Demands for better pay and smaller class sizes have caused the biggest US strike wave in decades.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50233474

Brazil oil spill: Where has it come from?

Oil has washed up on 200 beaches but the cause of the spill is still unknown.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50223106

Nigeria's border crisis fuelled by rice

Nigeria has closed its borders bringing checkpoints to a standstill and affecting West African trade.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50223045

CIA-backed Afghan troops 'committed war crimes': report

Human Rights Watch reports that Afghan forces committed "extrajudicial killings" and other abuses.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50236357

Jammu and Kashmir: India formally divides flashpoint state

It's part of a controversial move to tighten the Indian government's control of the region.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50233281

Jho Low: US to recover $700m from 1MDB financier

High-end real estate and a luxury hotel will be seized as part of the deal struck with financier Jho Low.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50244259

Shuri Castle: Fire engulfs world heritage site in Japan

Shuri Castle, in Okinawa, was built 500 years ago in the Ryukyu Dynasty and is a World Heritage Site.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50244169

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi: US releases first images of raid on compound

Grainy footage shows troops closing in on the compound where the fugitive IS leader was holed up.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50243895

Boeing 'doesn't understand our grief'

Zipporah Kuria's father Joseph Waithaka was one of 157 people killed when a Boeing 737 Max crashed in March.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50238141

Trump judicial nominee breaks down during Senate hearing

Lawrence VanDyke broke down when asked whether he was biased against LGBT people.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50241233

Liberia's child soldiers: 'I know I killed people'

Miatta says she was forced to fight when she was 14 and can't remember how many people she's killed.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50240013

Comedian Kevin Hart shares emotional video after crash

The US comedian shared the video of his recovery after a severe car accident in September.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50241231

Breastfeeding suites increasing in popularity in the US

Private breastfeeding spaces are increasing in the US, including in train stations and supermarkets.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50237591

Greta Thunberg rejects Nordic Council environmental award

She turned down the prize money and said "the climate movement does not need any more awards".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50232491

Facebook agrees to pay Cambridge Analytica fine to UK

The social network has dropped an appeal against a £500,000 penalty from UK's privacy watchdog.

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Netflix founder: 'Learn when to get out of the way'

You need to learn "when to get out of the way" as a start-up CEO, says Netflix founder Marc Randolph.

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'Scary' glass bridges shut in Chinese province

The glass attractions were built to attract tourists - but extra checks are now being carried out.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50230971

Turkey-Syria: 'The heart of my family has died'

Some refugees say they are being deported from Turkey back to Syria, which Ankara denies.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-50226576

Australian wildfire: Hundreds of koalas feared dead

"It's a national tragedy," says one worker from a koala hospital in New South Wales, Australia.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50230701

Australia's 'backpacker tax' ruled illegal by court

Working holiday-makers from eight nations, including the UK, may be owed compensation.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50230702

Trump impeachment: Democrats unveil resolution for next steps

A resolution lays out how the House will take the inquiry against the president into a public phase.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50230276

WhatsApp sues Israeli firm over phone hacking claims

Facebook-owned WhatsApp alleges NSO Group was behind a cyber-attack on phones and messages.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50230431

Meghan Murphy: Canadian feminist's trans talk sparks uproar

Hundreds protested as Meghan Murphy gave a controversial talk at a public library in Toronto.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50214341

US women upset by random baby congratulation cards

Outcry after women receive gift cards disguised as pregnancy announcements

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50211571

Rugby World Cup: England fined for crossing halfway line before New Zealand match

England are fined a four-figure sum for crossing the halfway line as they lined up in a V formation to face the haka before their Rugby World Cup semi-final match against New Zealand.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/50229807

Peugeot owner 'in merger talks with Fiat Chrysler'

Reports suggest the carmakers are exploring a tie-up to create a near $50bn US-Europe auto giant.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50228611

The dangers – physical and psychological – of gender reveal parties

A woman's death at a gender reveal party has prompted wider questions about the trend.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50207452

Why India wants to track WhatsApp messages

The government is trying to monitor and intercept social media messages to combat fake news.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50167569

Why motorbike apps are scrambling for Africa

Venture capitalists are getting excited by the opportunities that new transport apps are providing.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50228185

WhatsApp sues Israeli firm over phone hacking claims

Facebook-owned WhatsApp alleges NSO Group was behind a cyber-attack on phones and messages.

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Attacks and celebration as Lebanon PM says he will quit

Supporters of Shia parties attacked protesters and then PM Saad Hariri announced he would resign.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/50228800

Michelle Obama on white flight: 'Y'all were running from us'

The former US first lady says race and lack of understanding of migrants still divides the US and world.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50228183

Game of Thrones prequel starring Naomi Watts 'ditched by HBO'

Naomi Watts had been lined up to star in the spin-off to the hugely popular TV series.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50229837

George Papadopoulos: Disgraced Trump aide runs for Congress

George Papadopoulos, who served prison time for lying to the FBI, runs for Katie Hill's district.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50228487

Getty Fire: Authorities issue extreme red flag warning

Forecasters say fire conditions are "unprecedented", as they issue the first such alert of its kind.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50229657

US House votes to recognise Armenian 'genocide'

The vote on the mass killings during World War One was condemned by Turkey.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50229787

Royal Caribbean toddler death: Grandfather charged over cruise ship fall

The family blamed the cruise ship but Puerto Rican authorities say it was 'negligent homicide'.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50220945

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi: IS leader's underwear 'stolen' for DNA test

Kurdish-led forces say their spy stole the clothing from the IS chief's hideout, proving he was there.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50218637

US extends deadline for Salvadoreans to leave

The extension will give an estimated 200,000 people with protected status more time to stay in the US.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50219845

Saudi woos back heavyweights despite Khashoggi murder

The Saudi event includes some figures who stayed away in 2018 over the killing of Jamal Khashoggi.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50219035

Game of Thrones writers Benioff and Weiss leave Star Wars trilogy

David Benioff and DB Weiss were supposed to be writing the post-Skywalker era films.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50219155

Former Dulwich College Shanghai head given drugs sentence

Damien Charnock was ordained as a priest before a successful career in UK and overseas schools.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50217374

Sadako Ogata: First female UN refugee chief dies at 92

Sadako Ogata had to deal with "constant humanitarian crises" during her time in charge of UNHCR.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50217124

Indian grandpa cooks his way to YouTube glory

The 60-year-old rose to social media fame because of his unusual cooking videos.

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Aya Maasarwe: Australian jailed for student's high-profile murder

Aya Maasarwe's killing sparked a wave of anger about violence against women in Australia.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50216172

Nirmal Purja: Ex-soldier climbs 14 highest mountains in seven months

Nepal's Nirmal Purja, who served in the British Army, completed the challenge in only seven months.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50217376

Hong Kong: Joshua Wong calls his election ban 'politically driven'

The high-profile Hong Kong activist has been barred from running in district council elections.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50218525

California faces huge power cuts as wildfires rage

A further 1.5 million people are set to lose power as high winds fan flames across the state.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50216280

Hong Kong's leader issues fresh recession warning

Ms Lam says the economy is likely to have contracted as long-running protests continue.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50216964

'Game changing' tuberculosis vaccine a step closer

TB is one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide and kills 1.5 million people each year.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50205762

Queensland shark attack: Two British men injured at tourist spot

The pair suffered leg and foot wounds in the attack at a popular tourist region in Queensland.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50216173

Indian toddler stuck in borewell dies despite major rescue efforts

Two-year old Sujith fell into the well on Friday and was found dead despite a major rescue effort.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50216654

Baghdadi death: What now for IS?

Can the ultra-violent IS group survive the death of its leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50208793

REM look back on Monster: 'We did not want to become the dancing monkey'

REM look back on their most challenging and divisive record, Monster, as it turns 25.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50206491

Why passwords don't work, and what will replace them

Passwords can be insecure, easy to lose and easier to forget, so can new tech protect us?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49877317

Internet 'father' Vint Cerf on future challenges ahead for the web

As the Internet marks 50 years, its co-founder Vint Cerf, tells of his concerns for the future.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-50183326

Ethiopia's 900-year-old Shonke village on a mountain

Residents say they prefer their traditional stone-built homes to Ethiopia's "shining cities".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50186119

Internet 'father' Vint Cerf on future challenges ahead for the web

As the Internet marks 50 years, its co-founder Vint Cerf, tells of his concerns for the future.

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Why passwords don't work, and what will replace them

Passwords can be insecure, easy to lose and easier to forget, so can new tech protect us?

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EU agrees Brexit extension to 31 January

Donald Tusk says the EU has agreed to a "flextension", meaning the UK can leave early if it agrees a deal.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-50205603

Claudia López: Colombia's capital elects gay woman as mayor

Claudia López hailed the "day of the woman" to supporters as she won the key political posting.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50205591

Luxury goods firm LVMH eyes Tiffany takeover

Bernard Arnault's LVMH confirms it has held "preliminary discussions" about buying the US jeweller.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50205953

HSBC warns of 'challenging' outlook as profit falls

Europe's largest bank said the performance in some parts of its business was "not acceptable".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50204701

Streetwise: Capturing iconic moments of daily life

A selection of images from the Magnum Photos on street life throughout the world.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-50015262

A thousand needle workers volunteer to finish dead woman's quilt

Craft enthusiasts from all over the US and Canada work on a deceased woman's quilting project.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50169038

What prohibition's failure means for the legalisation of cannabis

Banning alcohol inadvertently created one of the most successful black markets in the world.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49906476

The race to build a flying electric taxi

More than a hundred companies are working on electric aircraft designed to zip in and out of cities.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50040149

Molly Russell: Instagram extends self-harm ban to drawings

The father of a teenager who killed herself after viewing graphic images says the app needs to act.

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MPs demand action over rise in online bank crashes

Report says more regulation and a levy on firms may be needed to protect customers from IT failures.

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Essex lorry deaths: Man due in court over 39 deaths

Maurice Robinson to appear at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court charged with 39 counts of manslaughter.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-50204294

Katie Hill: US congresswoman resigns amid affair allegations

Congresswoman Katie Hill denies allegations she had an affair with a Capitol Hill aide.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50203735

Rescuers fight to save toddler stuck in well

Two-year old Sujith fell into the abandoned well on Friday and rescuers are racing against time.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50204221

Nigeria's 'torture houses' masquerading as Koranic schools

Parents find their children maltreated in what they thought were Islamic rehabilitation centres.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50167453

My doctor flew off when cosmetic surgery went wrong

Surgeons who fly in from abroad are leaving patients exposed if complications arise, the BBC finds.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-49992574

Avatars: Are we ready for our digital twins?

When we think of avatars, we imagine a blue film character. But now they're being used very differently.

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Mystery of the skeleton hijacked by Nazis and Soviets

The identity of a 10th-Century skeleton fascinates experts - but was exploited by invaders.

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Avatars: Are we ready for our digital twins?

When we think of avatars, we imagine a blue film character. But now they're being used very differently.

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Why do gay apps struggle to stop catfish?

Gay dating app Hornet says it will use algorithms to tackle fake profiles and fraudsters.

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John Conyers: Longest-serving black congressman dies aged 90

John Conyers is remembered for his civil rights work, but his career ended under a cloud.

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Argentina election: Voters await results of presidential race

Centre-left candidate Alberto Fernández is tipped for victory after a vote dominated by the economy.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50203727

Essex lorry deaths: Agony builds for Vietnamese families

In rural Vietnam, families of those feared dead in Essex reflect on the cost of the tragedy.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50203096

What Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's death means for IS

The Islamic State group leader killed himself during a raid by US commandos in Syria, the US says.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50203917

Southwest Airlines pilots ‘livestreamed plane toilet on hidden camera’

The US airline denies the allegations, saying the incident was "an inappropriate attempt at humour".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50195763

Catalonia crisis: Thousands rally in Barcelona for Spanish unity

Some 80,000 people turn out in a show of support for Spain after the recent separatist unrest.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50202083

Lebanon protests: People form a human chain

The eleventh day of protests in Lebanon saw an attempt to create a human chain over 105 miles long.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50198771

John Steenhuisen to head South Africa's opposition Democratic Alliance

John Steenhuisen is chosen to head the Democratic Alliance as it struggles with a race row.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50199322

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi: IS leader 'killed in US operation' in Syria

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi detonated his suicide vest during a raid by special forces., President Trump says.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50200339

President Trump: 'Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is dead'

President Trump says the leader of the Islamic State Group has been killed during an operation by US special forces.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-50200383

Kurt Cobain cardigan sells at auction for $334,000

The olive-green button-up - complete with cigarette burn - has not been washed since Cobain wore it.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50199103

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi: US 'conducts operation against IS chief' - US media

Reports come as the White House says President Donald Trump will make a "major statement" on Sunday.

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Essex lorry deaths: Anguish in Vietnam for families of missing

Services for missing relatives, including a 19-year-old woman, are held after 39 bodies were found.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-50197691

Chile protests: president sacks whole cabinet after protests

President Piñera lifts overnight curfews after praising a huge peaceful demonstration in Santiago.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50197673

Juliet Club: 'I help answer the world's love letters'

The people who spend time writing words of comfort and advice to love-struck people.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-49904433

Argentina election: Economy main issue for voters

With Argentina deep in recession, voters are desperate for a president who can fix the economy.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50166544

Jokowi and Subianto: Why Indonesia's leader went from scorn to selfies

When Indonesia's president put his former rival in government many were left confused and concerned.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50122635

Syrian Kurds: 'The world has closed its eyes on us'

Syrian Kurds lament what they view as a betrayal over their US ally pulling out from the north.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50181855

Libya in chaos as endless war rumbles on

For years competing militias, rival governments and foreign players have been battling for control.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49971678

Jane Fonda 'inspired by Greta Thunberg'

Actress Jane Fonda was arrested alongside fellow actor Ted Danson at a climate protest.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50197420

Ivan Milat: Australia's 'backpacker killer' dies aged 74

Milat murdered seven hitchhikers between 1989 and 1992 and dumped their bodies in a state forest.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50064571

Catholic bishops back limited relaxation of celibacy rule

The Pope will consider a proposal to allow married men to become priests in the Amazon region.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50197296

Uruguay election: Rising crime top concern for voters

Voters will elect a new president and a new Congress with rising homicide figures a main worry.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50138945

'The selfie that revealed I was a stolen baby'

Aged 17, Miché Solomon discovered she had two mothers - one real, one false.

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Ivan Milat: Australia's 'backpacker killer' and unanswered questions

Ivan Milat was convicted of murdering seven people, but some suspect he committed other crimes.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-48346543

Sinéad Burke: Clothes are my armour

From a viral Ted Talk to being on the cover of British Vogue, here's why Sinéad Burke is a big deal.

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ICYMI: Virtual reality and sheep in the city

If you're broken by Brexit, rest your eyes on this week's most colourful stories.

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Iraq protests: Fresh clashes leave five people dead

Protests sweep the country again, a day after dozens of people died in clashes with security forces.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50195757

India yoga: Inspirational teacher V Nanammal dies at 99

V Nanammal, who trained more than a million students, said her health was down to daily yoga.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50194850

Vietnamese man's son feared dead in lorry incident

Nguyen Dinh Sat fears his son was among the 39 found dead inside a refrigerated trailer.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-50196096

Catalonia crisis: Barcelona braces for separatist protest

Organisers call for a peaceful march after the recent rioting in Spain's Catalonia region.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50194846

Microsoft pips Amazon for $10bn AI 'Jedi' contract

Microsoft is awarded the lucrative AI deal following a heavily-scrutinised bidding process.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-50191242

In pictures: Thousands join Pride parade in Taiwan

The event in Taipei is the first to be held since Taiwan legalised same-sex marriage in May.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50193936

Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani 'butt dials' NBC reporter

The president's personal lawyer left voicemails in which he spoke about Joe Biden and needing money.

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Japan floods: Death toll reaches 10 after heavy rain and landslides

Torrential rain and mudslides have hit parts of Japan just weeks after Typhoon Hagbis left almost 80 dead.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50193426

Maria Butina: Russian agent deported from US to Moscow

The 30-year-old pro-gun activist was greeted by her father, and journalists who gave her flowers.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50192393

US Zimbabwe sanctions: Security minister targeted

Owen Ncube is denied entry by the US as thousands march against overseas sanctions.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50192319

Chile protests: Aerial footage of protest march

An estimated one million people - over five percent of Chile's population - peacefully marched in Santiago.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50192236

Pentagon chooses Microsoft over Amazon for $10bn 'Jedi' contract

Microsoft is awarded the lucrative "Jedi" deal following a heavily-scrutinised bidding process.

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Police question four suspects over UK lorry deaths

The bodies of eight women and 31 men were found in a lorry trailer in an industrial park in Grays.

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Chile protests: One million join peaceful march for reform

The president says the government has "heard the message" after the march in the capital Santiago.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50191746

California wildfires: Millions warned of possible power cut

An electricity firm says it may have to cut power amid forecasts of a "historic wind event".

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Viewpoint: What the ancient Greeks can teach us about Greta Thunberg trolls

Online abuse of women may seem like a modern issue, but these tactics go back millennia.

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Islamic State group: Will chaos in Syria allow IS to re-emerge?

Thousands of jihadists held in Kurdish-run detention centres pose a ticking time bomb for the West.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50179735

How a social network could save democracy from deadlock

An online tool developed in Taiwan could help defuse political rows across the globe.

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Week in Pictures: 19 - 25 October 2019

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

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How a social network could save democracy from deadlock

An online tool developed in Taiwan could help defuse political rows across the globe.

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Essex lorry deaths: The Vietnamese risking it all to get to the UK

At a migrant camp in France, a group of Vietnamese await the final leg of their dangerous journey.

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Lyubov Sobol: Meet Russia's invisible influencer

The story of Lyubov Sobol who sparked some of Russia's biggest anti-government protests in a decade.

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How coastal erosion destroyed a Ghanaian village

Sea erosion continues to wreak havoc along West Africa's shoreline, threatening communities.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50159948

Facebook's counter-terrorist training

The Metropolitan Police is teaming up with the tech giant to stop the spread of terrorist videos.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-50175167

US hunter killed by deer he thought he had just shot dead

A hunter in the US state of Arkansas was gored while checking if the animal he shot was dead.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50180755

Boeing 737 Max Lion Air crash 'caused by series of failures'

Investigators found faults by Boeing, Lion Air and the pilots led to the crash, which killed 189 people.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50177788

Mobile giants unveil plan to end rural 'not-spots'

The proposed deal with the government aims to get 4G coverage to 95% of the UK by 2025.

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Amazon profits hit by rising shipping costs

Shares in the e-commerce company drop after the firm's profits fall to $2.1bn.

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Using 'stalkerware' to spy on a colleague's phone

BBC's cyber-security reporter Joe Tidy opens his phone to software commonly used by abusive partners to spy.

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Mueller report probe will be criminal investigation

US Department of Justice investigators can now issue subpoenas for witness testimony and documents.

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Isshu Sugawara: Minister quits after gifting melons and crabs to constituents

Japan's election law bans politicians from sending donations to voters in their home constituency.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50178408

Sudan revolution: Meet the 'Mother of martyrs'

Ahlam Khidir vowed to fight for her son after he was killed in an anti-government protest in 2013.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50169427

Bolivia elections: Morales officially declared winner

The US, Brazil, Argentina and Colombia call for a second round of elections, as final results come in.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50178188

Trump impeachment: The most dramatic week yet

From Republican protests to a damning testimony, the BBC's Anthony Zurcher breaks down the week.

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TikTok hits back over China influence claims

The popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app faces increasing scrutiny over claims of state censorship.

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Lion Air plane crash: 'I lost my only son, I'm not satisfied with the final report'

The parents of a Lion Air Flight 610 victim have mixed feelings about the final investigation report.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50169367

National Wildlife Property Repository: The people who take care of dead animals

There are millions of creatures, flora and fauna stored at the National Wildlife Property Repository in Colorado

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49941841

Pesticide poisoned French paradise islands in Caribbean

France has a pollution crisis in the Caribbean caused by toxic chlordecone sprayed on banana crops.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50144261

The basketball champions' rings with 640 diamonds

The Toronto Raptors received the biggest rings in championship history after winning the NBA.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50157895

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare arrives amid China controversy

The latest Call Of Duty game arrives following calls to boycott Activision Blizzard's titles.

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Transgender people treated ‘inhumanely’ online

A study identified one-and-a-half-million abusive comments posted over a three-and-a-half year period.

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Why Terminator: Dark Fate is sending a shudder through AI labs

There are genuine risks associated with AI - but the Terminator scenario isn't one of them.

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Wheels of fortune? A new age for electric motors

Better electric motors will lead to cars that can go further, faster and even sideways.

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India's facial recognition plan and other tech news

BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the week's best technology stories.

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Stalkerware: The software that spies on your partner

Experts warn of a rise in a type of software commonly used by abusive partners to spy on phones.

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US election 2020: Trump steals Biden's pitch to Latino voters

Ex-Vice-President Joe Biden sees his drive to rally Hispanics hijacked by the president's campaign.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50177590

Paris Agreement: Trump confirms US will leave climate accord

Donald Trump says Paris deal would "punish the American people" as he hails US fossil fuel boom.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50165596

Chile protests: Social reform pledges fail to quell unrest

Thousands strike in Santiago despite President Piñera's promise to increase pensions and minimum wage.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50166538

Can South Africa's Democratic Alliance bounce back?

South Africa's main opposition party is fighting over how it can appeal to the black majority.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50167447

Kartarpur corridor: India and Pakistan sign deal on Sikh temple project

The new border entry point will allow Indian Sikh pilgrims visa-free access to a shrine in Pakistan.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50138275

Car smash narrowly avoids couple with pushchair in Phoenix, Arixona

Pedestrians in narrow escape after driver jumps red light at a crossing in Phoenix, Arizona.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50165386

Nusrat Jahan Rafi: Death penalty for 16 who set student on fire

The killing shocked Bangladesh and led to a series of protests demanding justice for Nusrat.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50138990

Franco exhumation: Spanish dictator's remains set to be moved

After a legal battle, the body of the late dictator will be reburied at a less controversial site.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50164806

Lawyers for ex-Nissan boss rail at 'conspiracy'

The former Nissan boss, arrested last year, faces financial misconduct charges in Japan.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50163026

Turkey Syria offensive: Kurdish girl loses her leg to Turkish bomb

The impact of a Turkish bomb on a young Kurdish girl. The blast took her leg and also killed her brother.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50160647

Tesla shares surge after unexpected profit

The electric carmaker says its plans in China and for its next model are ahead of schedule.

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Rose McGowan sues Weinstein over 'silencing attempts'

The actress files a lawsuit alleging Harvey Weinstein and his team conspired to discredit her.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50162357

Mahjong: Police clamp down on China's most loved game

An apparent ban on mahjong to curb illegal gambling in several cities led to panic on social media.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50162766

The African-Italians who want to send migrants home

The migration of Africans to Italy has inflamed politics in the country and complicated life for black Italians.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50123207

Inside Bosnia’s 'nightmare' camp for migrants trying to enter the EU

Aid agencies are warning of a humanitarian disaster in Bosnia, with people facing a winter without proper accommodation.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50132250

Indian 'tiger poacher who ate sloth bear penises' arrested

Indian police hail the arrest of a man wanted for tiger and bear poaching after a years-long chase.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50154673

Lebanon protests: 'I feel proud to be Lebanese'

Lebanon is witnessing its biggest protests for 15 years, with huge crowds marching in anger at corruption and living costs.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50160422

The 'peasant' binge drinker who went viral - and what it says about modern China

Liu Shichao is famous for his online stunts - but what does his dangerous drinking tell us about China?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50094888

Uluru ban: What do locals think of the final rush to climb?

Tourists are scrambling to climb Australia's rock before it is closed to respect Aboriginal wishes.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50064572

Leonardo da Vinci five centuries on: Louvre in Paris opens long-awaited exhibition

An exhibition at the Louvre museum in Paris promises to expose more than meets the naked eye.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50127095

Argentina election: Voters dream of breaking cycle of crisis

The country's troubled economy is at the centre of a highly polarised election. But who can fix it?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50060089

Treating breast cancer when you can't say 'breast'

Pakistan has rising breast cancer rates but early detection is hampered by taboos over sexuality.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50103088

From the Olympics to a climate change activist

Rok Rozman competed at the 2008 Summer Olympics. Now he has kayaked across six countries to help defend rivers against dams.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50158083

Raja Meziane: Algerian unsigned singer becomes sound of revolution

In an emotional interview, Raja Meziane recounts how exile from Algeria led to unexpected success.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50160646

The murder behind the Hong Kong protests: A case where no-one wants the killer

Chan Tong-kai's alleged crime and attempted extradition sparked months of protests in Hong Kong.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50148577

Hong Kong formally scraps extradition bill that sparked protests

The extradition bill is formally withdrawn by the legislature but the move is unlikely to quell unrest.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50150853

Kim Ji-young, Born 1982: Feminist film reignites tensions in South Korea

The book was hailed as one of the most important feminist novels in Korean - but also led to outcry.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50135152

Blood pressure pills 'work better at bedtime'

Evening doses gives more protection against heart attacks and strokes, a study suggests.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-50122964

Are we ready for men to take the pill?

Blurring of traditional gender roles could finally mean that the male pill is on the horizon.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-49879667

Trapped in Tripoli: The people stuck in Libya’s civil war

Survivors of a deadly air strike on a migrant detention centre in July tell the BBC they feel abandoned by the United Nations, and are desperate to escape Libya.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50143061

Chile protests: Piñera announces welfare package

The welfare package includes an increase in the basic pension and a rise in minimum wage.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50148714

Shaquille O'Neal backs NBA executive over China dispute

The basketball legend has defended comments made by a NBA executive that prompted a backlash in China.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50148450

Hong Kong releases murder suspect who sparked protest crisis

Chan Tong-kai's case led to plans for changes to extradition law, triggering broad anti-government protests.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50148569

House Rules: 'Bullied' reality TV star wins payout in Australia

Nicole Prince said she suffered abuse after being unfairly portrayed on a hit home makeover show.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50148299

Far-right 'Proud Boys' jailed over New York City clash with anti-fascists

Two members of the group get four-year sentences for assaulting left-wing activists a year ago.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50148024

What prohibition's failure means for the legalisation of cannabis

Banning alcohol inadvertently created one of the most successful black markets in the world.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49906476

Turkey: Which countries export arms to Turkey?

Some European countries have suspended arms sales to Turkey, so where does it gets its weapons?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/50125405

Russia Africa summit: What's behind Moscow's push into the continent?

Will Russia's renewed interest in Africa make it a key player in the region?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-45035889

Letter from Africa: How not to mangle African sports stars' names

A guide to pronouncing the names of West Africa's sporting successes.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50137955

Sourav Ganguly: Can former India captain score big as cricket chief?

The former captain takes over BCCI, India's cricket board, kicking off a new chapter in its history.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50135057

Forensic anthropology students from across Africa learn to analyse bones

How forensic anthropology students from across Africa are learning to analyse human remains.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50142471

Senegal's breakdancers aiming for the Olympics

Meet the Senegalese breakdancing crew hoping to swap their practice beach for the Paris 2024 Olympics.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/africa/50020518

Katie Price, Lauren Goodger and Georgia Harrison Instagram posts banned

Advertising watchdog bans weight loss posts by Katie Price, Lauren Goodger and Georgia Harrison.

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UK cyber-centre targets payment card fraud

Banks are being told which payment cards to watch by government cyber-experts targeting online thieves.

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Amy Webb: Three things women need to know about for 2030

Amy Webb is a renowned futurist - she looks back at the past and scours data to figure out what might be round the corner.

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The founder of an over-50s dating app shares her secrets

The founder of a dating app for people over fifty shares her business advice with the BBC.

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Rover-drone combo hope to spot and destroy landmines

The system could eventually replace the need for humans to demine areas.

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Lebanon protests: A country feeling reborn

Lebanon is in the grip of an extraordinary revolt against the country's politicians.

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Thailand royal consort: How did Sineenat Wongvajirapakdi fall from grace?

Sineenat Wongvajirapakdi’s very public dressing down comes months after being named official “consort".

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Violence breaks out in Bolivia over disputed election results

Violent protests break out on the streets as President Evo Morales looks set to win re-election.

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Green number plates planned for electric cars

The plan means it will be easier to offer incentives such as cheaper parking for zero-emission cars.

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Xiaomi: The Chinese brand dominating India's smartphone market

Tech giant Xiaomi has muscled its way to the top of India's smartphone market in just a few short years.

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'Chris Brown lifted my artwork and didn't even credit me'

A Manchester-based visual artist says he isn't all that surprised to see his work reposted without credit.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-50129193

Chris the sheep: Merino with famously overgrown fleece dies

Chris the sheep's mammoth coat won him fans globally in 2015 after he was spotted in the wild.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50135160

Prince William 'worried' about brother Harry

A Kensington Palace source tells the BBC that Prince William thinks Harry is "in a fragile place".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-50128683

Chile protests: Is inequality becoming worse?

Protests at rising metro fares have widened to reflect anger over living costs and inequality.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50123494

Empress Masako and the pressure of Japan's throne

The new empress was once a promising diplomat and was known as "the career woman princess".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50094938

Bolivia election: Clashes as Morales appears set for victory

The vote appeared set for a second round but latest figures give Mr Morales the outright lead.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50134451

Canadian election: Trudeau's Liberals 'retain power'

Despite a bumpy first term, Justin Trudeau has earned a second, narrow election win, says CBC News.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50134640

China has more 'unicorn' start-ups than the US

The country now has the world's highest number of start-up companies worth more than $1bn.

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Turkey Syria offensive: Some US troops to stay, says Trump

The president's comments come despite him insisting he wants them all pulled out.

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Naruhito: Japan's emperor to ascend throne in ritual-bound ceremony

The elaborate ceremony will be conducted in the presence of an ancient sword and jewel.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50120563

The Kenyan ghostwriters doing 'lazy' Western students' work

University students in Europe and the US are paying Kenyans to do their academic work for them.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50126963

Do today's global protests have anything in common?

People are protesting around the world, from Lebanon to Chile. What do they have in common?

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Streetwise: Capturing iconic moments of daily life

A selection of images from the Magnum Photos on street life throughout the world.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-50015262

The race to build a flying electric taxi

More than a hundred companies are working on electric aircraft designed to zip in and out of cities.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50040149

How space affects women and men differently

BBC Radio 5 Live speaks to a space gynaecologist about the impact of space travel on female astronauts.

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Why Botswana's election could be decided by elephants and diamonds

The BDP has won every election in Botswana since independence in 1966, but this year there is a real chance that could change.

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Are electric cars as 'green' as you think?

The lithium powering electric vehicles is found deep beneath the salt flats of Argentina

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Herman Mashaba: Johannesburg's black mayor resigns over DA race row

Herman Mashaba hits out at his party's promotion of a colleague who had praised aspects of colonialism.

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Mitt Romney's secret Twitter account Pierre Delecto revealed

The ex-presidential candidate confirms using the account "Pierre Delecto", telling a reporter: "C'est moi".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50122183

India disability activist 'told to remove trousers' by airport security

Authorities at India's Kolkata airport apologise to disability activists Kuhu Das and Jeeja Ghosh.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50122803

Pica: Pregnancy cravings that make women eat rocks

Brenda suffers from pica, an eating disorder which leads to cravings of non-food items.

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Elton John app lets concert audiences mix his music

A device which lets the audience choose which instruments they hear at a concert has been created.

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My security software was a scam that cost me £4,000

Doug Varey was offered security software which turned out to be a frightening and costly scam.

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Russian hackers cloak attacks using Iranian group

Russian hackers used access to a rival group in Iran to hide attacks, say intelligence agencies.

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Katherine Ryan's boyfriend saves Netflix scripts during burglary

The comedian says her boyfriend "wrestled back" her laptop containing scripts for a Netflix series.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50119857

Former Philippines police chief faces drug charges

General Oscar Albayalde faces allegations he protected officers who resold confiscated drugs.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50120723

Black hole scientist Dr Katie Bouman on trolling and teamwork

Dr Katie Bouman's photo of the moment she saw her first black hole image went viral - but it wasn't all good.

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'I lost £4,000 in a call centre scam'

Indian police have shut two call centres and arrest seven people suspected of involvement in the scam.

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Russian hackers cloak attacks using Iranian group

Russian hackers used access to a rival group in Iran to hide attacks, say intelligence agencies.

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India and Pakistan blame each other over Kashmir shelling

The nuclear-armed rivals exchanged fire across the de facto border, a fresh escalation of tensions.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50120613

Australian newspapers black out front pages in 'secrecy' protest

The nation's biggest media rivals unite to protest against what they say is government secrecy.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50119559

Bolivia elections: Evo Morales to face Carlos Mesa in run-off vote

Evo Morales leads in Sunday's presidential election but not enough to avoid a run-off.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50119655

Chile protests: Five dead after looters torch garment factory

Five people die after a factory is set ablaze by looters amid days of violent protests.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50119649

Sri Lanka bombings: Forgiving and fighting to recover

Six months after one of the world's worst recent terror attacks, this town is fighting to recover.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50097068

Five things to know about Canada's general election

Will Canadians give Justin Trudeau a second chance when they head to the polls on 21 October?

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Franco exhumation: Why is Spain moving dictator's remains?

Franco's burial site has long been the subject of debate. Here's why the saga could end this week.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-46048514

In Pictures: Sudan's lost Jewish community

A recent call from Sudan that Jewish people could return shines a light on a once thriving community.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49728912

Fire chickens and sea pigs: The artist bringing Chinese words to life

Frankie Huang translates the literal names of Chinese animals into whimsical works of art.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-49766329

Romania forest murder as battle over logging turns violent

Liviu Pop died last week, the second forest ranger killed in the past month.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50094830

US troops leaving Syria will go to Iraq, says Pentagon chief

The withdrawal of US forces paved the way for a Turkish military offensive against Kurdish fighters.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50117765

Trump 'considers himself in the hospitality business' - Mick Mulvaney

The chief of staff spoke after the US president dropped plans to host next year's G7 summit at his resort.

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Madrid taken over by hundreds of sheep for annual festival

More than 2,000 animals parade through the Spanish capital for a traditional festival.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50115974

Hong Kong: Petrol bombs tossed at police in latest protest

Thousands take part in a banned march that turns violent as hardcore protesters clash with police.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50115629

Thirty mummies in wooden coffins found in Egypt

In the largest haul of its kind in over a century, thirty mummies have been unearthed in Egypt.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-50116478

Bernie Sanders hosts rally in New York following heart attack

Bernie Sanders, 78, marks his return to campaigning by hosting a rally in Queens, New York.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50115968

Rikers Island: Tales from inside New York's notorious jail

Former prisoners recount being stabbed, witnessing suicides and the horrors of solitary confinement.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50114468

Meet the student who has created African emojis

Emoji obsessed? Meet O’Plerou Grebet, who has made over 350 emojis with African cultural references.

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Trump abandons plan to host G7 summit at his Miami golf course after criticism

The plan to use one of the president's resorts in Florida sparked bipartisan criticism.

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Qantas completes test of longest non-stop passenger flight

The New York to Sydney flight is part of research on how ultra-long haul journeys affect our bodies.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50114049

Brazil environment: Clean-up on beaches affected by oil spill

Thousands of people work to remove oil and tar from beaches as source of spill remains unclear.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50113383

Bolivia elections: Will Evo Morales get a fourth term in office?

After almost 14 continuous years in office will Evo Morales get an unprecedented fourth term?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50055725

The Japanese student who knocked on the wrong door

An exchange student got lost in Louisiana at Halloween in 1992 - his parents are still processing what happened.

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Kenya's Brigid Kosgei: School dropout, mother of twins and world record-holder

Women's marathon world record holder Brigid Kosgei says her difficult childhood keeps her on track.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50096039

Are US billionaires really going to pay more tax?

For years, the assumption has been that most Americans are anti-tax, but are attitudes changing?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50006724

Does Zimbabwe have force labour in its diamond mines?

The US government has banned the import of rough diamonds, but Zimbabwe says the claims are unfounded.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49998494

Elton John: 'I still want my dad's approval'

The star lifts the curtain on his life and career, and reveals what he'll do after his farewell tour.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50003238

The rainforest under a different light

Richard Mosse's ultraviolet photography of rainforest flora.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-50055615

Eritrea - where ATMs are unknown and Sim cards are like gold dust

A BBC team gets rare access to Eritrea, often described as one of the most repressive states in Africa.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49727573

The importance of bilingualism on the campaign trail

How does speaking French or Spanish affect a candidate's chances in North American politics?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50100678

Syrians in Brazil: 'I am not a millionaire, but I will be'

Two Syrian refugee chefs hope their food businesses will make them millionaires in Brazil.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-50037334

Meet the student who has created African emojis

Emoji obsessed? Meet O’Plerou Grebet, who has made over 350 emojis with African cultural references.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50090980

Women aren't allowed to be ordained as monks in Thailand

Women aren't allowed to be ordained as monks in Thailand - but that didn't stop these women

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50099178

Apology after Indian students wear cardboard boxes for exams

School officials in the Indian state of Karnataka apologise after bizarre images from exams go viral.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-south-asia-50110514

Renamo calls for Mozambique elections to be cancelled

The poll was marred by violence and fraud, says the main opposition party, Renamo.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50108787

Turkey and Kurdish forces accuse each other of breaking ceasefire

US Vice-President Mike Pence says the pause in operations will allow Kurdish-led forces to withdraw.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50108417

Iraqi man charged over deaths of migrants heading for Australia

Police said he was part of a smuggling operation which led to the deaths of over 350 people in 2001.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50107342

North Macedonia calls snap election after EU talks setback

France led opposition to opening membership talks with North Macedonia in what many called a mistake.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50109054

Australia knocked out of Rugby World Cup

England are into the World Cup semi-finals for the first time in 12 years as they ruthlessly dispatch old rivals Australia.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/50107655

Hong Kong protests: NBA fans join anti-China display

Spectators at a US basketball match don t-shirts and masks in support of the Hong Kong protests.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50107335

Russia dam collapse at Siberia gold mine kills 13

Local officials open a criminal investigation over reports the dam was built illegally.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50108413

Horses, handshakes and bad edits: The dos and don’ts of political photo-ops

After Kim Jong-un is pictured on horseback, here's how other world leaders have utilised the cameras.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-50068185

Nigeria's Buhari saga: The fake wedding, the president and the family feud

Recent events involving Nigeria's President Buhari and his wife hint at tensions in the presidential villa.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50053285

Chile protests: Unrest in Santiago over metro fare increase

Santiago's metro will be closed for two days after protests against a fare increase turned violent.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50106743

Swiss election: Why melting Alps could create a green wave

Greens are hoping to come second in Sunday's Swiss elections, eyeing a climate change opportunity.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49926929

'A stray baseball cracked my skull'

Fans have been left permanently disabled or even killed by rogue baseballs. So what's to be done?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50017844

Bolivia election: An uncertain future for Evo Morales

Evo Morales is running for a fourth consecutive term in office but his rivals say enough is enough.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50101789

Exarchia: How Airbnb angered Greek anarchists

Home rentals site Airbnb sparked a heated debate about sustainable tourism in an Athens district known for its radical politics.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-trending-50075503

Is the Trump campaign spending $1m a week on ads?

Elizabeth Warren made the claim and accused Facebook of taking cash, "no questions asked".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50071223

After years searching, I found my sister next door

Hillary and Dawn were strangers who shared a driveway - until Hillary made a life-altering discovery.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50017560

Spikes - and other ways disabled people combat unwanted touching

When Bronwyn Berg found herself being manhandled once again, she decided to add spikes to her wheelchair to prevent a repeat.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/disability-49584591

Yikes! Fox and rodent battle is top wildlife photo

A shot of a predator-prey confrontation wins the 2019 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-50036823

Yasuke: The mysterious African samurai

Yasuke was entrusted with decapitating his Japanese lord - a huge honour 500 years ago.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-48542673

The real (and fake) sex lives of Bella Thorne

The actress Bella Thorne opens up about sexuality, pornography, depression and feminism.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-50072653

Being a swing in The Lion King

Swing Debôrah Godchaser takes us behind the scenes as the show celebrates 20 years in London's West End.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-49946698

Nasa Mars 2020 Mission's MiMi Aung on women in space

At 16, MiMi Aung travelled alone to the US for an education. Now she's a project lead on Nasa's Mars mission.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-50056159

Turkey Syria offensive: Trump likens conflict to playground fight

The US leader defends his handling of Turkey's offensive as evidence of possible war crimes grows.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50094738

El Clasico: Barcelona v Real Madrid postponed because of fears over civil unrest

This month's El Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid is postponed because of fears of civil unrest.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/50096390

Lady Gaga plummets off stage in a fan's arms during Vegas show

The star falls off stage during her Las Vegas show after jumping into a fan's arms.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50095038

Typhoon Hagibis: Japan postpones Emperor Naruhito's enthronement parade

Japan's Emperor Naruhito will formally ascend to the throne on Tuesday, as rescue efforts continue.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50082503

League of Legends boss: ‘It's not for casual players’

Newsbeat sits down with the boss of Riot Games as they celebrate 10 years of League of Legends.

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Does Huawei's future lie with India after US ban?

India's massive wireless market could make it critical for the future of the Chinese tech giant.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50080459

James Mattis mocks Donald Trump at gala dinner

The former US defence secretary hits back after the president described him as "the world's most overrated general".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50094679

Abominable: A DreamWorks movie, a map, and a huge regional row

How a brief scene in a multi-million dollar movie has sparked a regional row between countries.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50093028

China economy: Third quarter growth misses expectations

The world's second largest economy is battling a trade war with the US and slowing domestic demand.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50092788

Australian racehorse slaughter allegations prompt investigation

It will examine allegations of animal cruelty, after a television report caused widespread anger.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50092748

Fierce Australian dust storm turns day to night in seconds

Meteorologists say that as Australia's drought continues, the country will see more of such storms.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/50093368

Son of Mexican drug lord 'El Chapo' captured

The arrest in western Mexico triggers gun battles between security forces and drug cartel members.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50092641

Catalan protests: Why is Barcelona burning?

Catalonia is set for a general strike on Friday, over the jailing of pro-independence leaders.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50092731

Banning out-of-hours email 'could harm employee wellbeing'

Stopping staff accessing email outside the office could leave some feeling stressed, research suggests.

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Ghost nets: Tackling a silent killer of the seas

Ghost nets kill huge numbers of marine animals every year, but new tech might help prevent that.

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Satellites to monitor whale strandings from space

Scientists are developing the techniques to spot mass stranding events from orbit.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-50040890

Sulli: The woman who rebelled against the K-pop world

K-pop stars are expected to maintain a perfect image at all times, but one singer broke the mould.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50051575

Snowy 2.0: Australia's divisive plan for a vast underground 'battery'

The Snowy 2.0 project is hugely ambitious - will it solve national energy woes, or is it too risky?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-49202175

How publicity-shy professor Kais Saied became Tunisia's president

A former law lecturer seems an unlikely choice to win the hearts of young Tunisians voters who want jobs.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50087240

IMF: What is it and why does it matter?

The annual meeting of the IMF gets under way in Washington this week.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50069765

Ghost nets: Tackling a silent killer of the seas

Ghost nets kill huge numbers of marine animals every year, but new tech might help prevent that.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49808379

What happened this week in Trump's impeachment saga?

From quid-pro-quo to arrests, we catch you up on the latest developments.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50085952

Trump 'celebrating undoing a problem he created'

Democratic Congressman and former Marine officer Seth Moulton on Turkish ceasefire in Syria.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50092462

Leonardo da Vinci feud: The 'earlier' Mona Lisa mystery

A London family is battling an international consortium over a potentially priceless painting.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50046133

Saudi Arabia bus crash leaves 35 Arab and Asian expatriates dead

The expatriate Arabs and Asians were reportedly travelling from Medina to Mecca for a pilgrimage.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50081706

India Catholic nun to go to court over Vatican decision

Sister Lucy Kalappura was expelled after protesting against an Indian bishop accused of rape.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50079286

Microphone could diagnose 'noisy' arthritic knees

The technology is the same as that used by engineers to listen for faults in bridges.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-50071602

Ben Enwonwu: The Nigerian painter behind 'Africa's Mona Lisa'

Ben Enwonwu, the painter behind "Africa's Mona Lisa", had a complex relationship with the UK.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50071212

Three investigating loss of phone services

Three says it is experiencing "technical difficulties with voice, text and data".

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North Korea v South Korea: Match was 'like war', says South

"There was a lot of severe swearing," said South Korea's captain Son Heung-min after returning home.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50078254

Hong Kong: Hecklers dragged out in new parliament chaos

Security guards drag out opposition lawmakers in a second day of parliamentary protest.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50078248

Holocaust trial: Former Stutthof guard to go on trial in Germany

Bruno Dey, 93, will go on trial for complicity in mass murder at a Nazi death camp on Thursday.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50074422

India's on a digital sprint that is leaving millions behind

Millions have no access to the internet despite it being one of the fastest-growing markets.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-49085846

Plastic pollution: how plastic bags were supposed to help the planet

Family of inventor says they were designed to be reused to stop trees from being destroyed.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-50043369

India's on a digital sprint that is leaving millions behind

Millions have no access to the internet despite it being one of the fastest-growing markets.

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US makes Chinese diplomats say where they're going

The US state department has said it was merely trying to "level the playing field" with China.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50078056

Former Anglican dean jailed for raping boy in Australia

Graeme Lawrence is the second most senior Australian religious figure to be jailed for sexual abuse.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50077792

O2 launches 5G network in five UK cities and Slough

The operator is going head to head with rivals EE, Vodafone, Three and BT Mobile.

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Catalan protests: Region's president urges immediate halt to violence

Unrest in the Spanish region continues for a third night after the sentencing of Catalan separatists.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50077595

Rugby rehabilitation programme for Kenyan prisoners

Inmates in Kenya say playing the sport teaches them discipline and gives them hope.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/africa/50058381

Morocco pardons journalist Hajar Raissouni jailed on abortion charges

Activists said the charges against Hajar Raissouni were part of a crackdown on opposition media.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50077353

Russia's Putin: From pariah to Middle East power broker

Russia's geo-political clout has expanded and it has become the key player in the Middle East.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50068498

Why Poles want more of this man's populist message

Millions of families feel for the first time that the party ruling Poland cares about their dignity.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50068497

Letter from Africa: How this teenager risked all for a life in limbo

Meeting the family of a young Gambian who ran away to seek his fortune in Europe.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50067456

Why this woman hates to hear about 'big bad wolf'

The leashed beasts may look like large powerful dogs, but they still have the wild heart of a wolf.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49939849

Can a new apple take over the world?

Apple growers in Washington state reckon their new variety, the Cosmic Crisp, will be a global hit.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50048782

Why scientists are ‘listening’ to the Matterhorn

Sparked by an unexpected rockfall, researchers placed sensors on the mountain to monitor the site.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-49922290

Jennifer Aniston joins Instagram by posting Friends reunion photo

The actress makes a possibly record-breaking Instagram debut with a selfie with her former co-stars.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-50066697

Why scientists are ‘listening’ to the Matterhorn

Sparked by an unexpected rockfall, researchers placed sensors on the mountain to monitor the site.

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Deadly parasite 'jumped' from gorilla to humans

Discovery of mutation 50,000 years ago could help in the fight against malaria.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-50053711

Harry Dunn: Donald Trump meets with parents at the White House

Harry Dunn's mother said Mr Trump held her hand and said he would "try to push this from a different angle".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-50066645

SOS spotted on camera saves missing Australian camper

Missing for days, Deborah Pilgrim was rescued after a man performed a remote check on his property.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50064573

Fortnite Chapter 2: First glimpse of new season after map wiped out by asteroid

Season 11 or Chapter 2 is now live with a new map and updated gameplay.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-50056001

Google chief: I'd disclose smart speakers before guests enter my home

Rick Osterloh suggests house guests have the right to know smart speakers are in use before entering.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-50048144

Democratic debate: Elizabeth Warren evades question about tax rises

New front-runner Elizabeth Warren was on the defensive over how she would pay for her spending plans.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50049876

Brexit: What can the UK learn from Norway's EU border?

Norway's border with Sweden – and the EU – is a potential hotspot for smugglers. How is it policed?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50056156

Chaos as Hong Kong's Carrie Lam tries to give 'state of the union'

City leader Carrie Lam's annual address is adjourned as legislators project slogans and wave placards.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-50065292

Turkey-Syria offensive: Erdogan rejects US ceasefire call

The Turkish president says the operation will achieve its objectives, despite growing US pressure.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50064546

Kim Jong-un: North Korean leader rides horse up sacred mountain

Pictures released by state media show Kim Jong-un galloping on a white horse across Mount Paektu.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50064893

Hong Kong protests: US lawmakers pass Human Rights and Democracy Act

The House of Representatives has thrown its weight behind Hong Kong's protesters.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50064803

Elizabeth Warren under attack in Democratic debate

Contenders gang up on the surging Massachusetts senator over whether she would raise taxes.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50064723

Mexico: Army deployed after police killed in ambush

Monday's attack in the western Michoacán state is blamed on a powerful drug cartel.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50064542

Viewpoint: Syria could be beginning of end for Trump

Syria is a disaster of the president's own making and could cost him the election, says PJ Crowley.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50049421

Brexit talks: A message to UK from Central Europe

The BBC's Bethany Bell speaks to politicians about Brexit ahead of the EU summit this week.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50053563

Russia spy case: Is Paul Whelan a hostage of Russia or a spy?

The British family of a man accused of spying in Moscow has called on the UK government to do more to secure his release.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50056155

Saudi Arabia warms to Russia

Saudi Arabia rolls out the red carpet for Vladimir Putin, signalling a seismic shift in relations.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50054546

Indian skyscrapers to be brought down in controlled implosions

Thousands of people will watch their homes implode in southern India after a high court ruling.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-49996401

The world's first artificial womb for humans

Doctors in the Netherlands say they are within 10 years of creating a 'second' womb for premature babies.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-50056405

'Send nudes' Boohoo ad banned after complaint

The advert for clothes in skin tones was not socially responsible, the UK advertising watchdog rules.

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LeBron James on NBA-China row: Morey tweet was 'misinformed'

The basketball superstar said Daryl Morey was "misinformed" when he tweeted about Hong Kong.

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Men and boys chained up at Nigeria Islamic 'school'

Police say dozens of males were freed in a raid on the institution in Katsina state, Nigeria.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-50057409

Fortnite Chapter 2: First glimpse of new season after map wiped out by asteroid

Season 11 or Chapter 2 is now live with a new map and updated gameplay.

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Trump inquiry: Bolton called Giuliani a hand grenade, ex-official says

John Bolton likened the lawyer's efforts to pressure Ukraine to a “drug deal”, lawmakers hear.

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'Tortured' and shackled pupils freed from Nigerian Islamic school

Police find 67 pupils with chains on their ankles at an Islamic boarding school in the north.

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Harley-Davidson puts the brakes on electric bike

The company halts production of the LiveWire after finding a glitch in its charging system.

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Death threats for cryptocurrency 'scam' whistleblower

Jen McAdam, from Glasgow, was threatened after speaking out about the OneCoin cryptocurrency.

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Electronic devices 'need to use recycled plastic'

Consumers need to demand electronic devices that use recycled plastic, campaigners say.

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Eritrea - where ATMs are unknown and Sim cards are like gold dust

A BBC team gets rare access to Eritrea, often described as one of the most repressive states in Africa.

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Typhoon Hagibis: Homeless men denied shelter in middle of typhoon

The case has caused huge debate in Japan - and now the prime minister, Shinzo Abe, has weighed in.

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US treasury chief Mnuchin in China tariff warning

Tariffs on $156bn of Chinese goods will be imposed if a trade deal is not finalised by December, Steve Mnuchin says.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50047229

Pharrell says he's 'embarrassed' by Blurred Lines lyrics

The singer says the backlash made him realise some of his songs "catered" to a "chauvinist culture".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-50052155

US police officer charged over bedroom shooting

Aaron Dean is charged with murder over the shooting of Atatiana Jefferson in her home in Fort Worth.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50050436

Margaret Atwood and Bernardine Evaristo share Booker Prize

Margaret Atwood and Bernardine Evaristo become the first authors to jointly win the Booker Prize.

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Turkey-Syria offensive: US sanctions Turkish ministries

The US demands an immediate ceasefire from Turkey and sends Vice-President Mike Pence to the region.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-50050264

Why Romania is importing waste from abroad

Landfills in Romania are overflowing as half of the recycled waste is imported, mostly from Europe.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-50046119

British holidaymakers 'traumatised' after arrest at US border

The young couple are being held in an immigration centre with their three-month-old baby.

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Eritrea - where ATMs are unknown and Sim cards are like gold dust

A BBC team gets rare access to Eritrea, often described as one of the most repressive states in Africa.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-49727573

North v South Korea: Welcome to the world's strangest football derby

North and South Korea are set to play a World Cup qualifier just as relations are at a new low.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50038127

'Islamic State' children: How do they get home?

Returning foreign children from detention camps in Syria involves legal and political obstacles.

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Moratorium Day: The day that millions of Americans marched

On 15 October 1969, millions of people in the US marched to call for an end to the Vietnam War.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-49893239

Russian rappers battle police over protests

Several Russian musicians have released songs to denounce police actions during recent protests in Moscow.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50018019

Shooting drones out of the sky with Phasers

Cheap drones can defeat modern air defences, as shown by the attack on Saudi Arabian oil facilities.

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K-pop star Sulli found dead aged 25

The former F(x) band member was found dead by her manager

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-50041130

Vietnam pulls Abominable film over South China Sea map

The DreamWorks film features a map illustrating China's claims in the disputed sea.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50040667

Paris police killings: Five arrested over knife attack

They are said to have links to the man who killed four colleagues at the Paris police HQ on 3 October.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50040287

Kashmir conflict: Mobile services restored after 72 days

After 72 days, millions of mobiles have once again become operational in the region.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50039537

Vodafone error sees customers hit by thousands in charges

Glitch sees customers abroad hit with thousands of pounds of charges and unable to use their phones.

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How tech changed the way DreamWorks animates

Improved computer processing has allowed artists to add a great level of detail to their films.

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Fortnite: Map blown up and replaced with black hole

Fortnite's Twitter page is running a livestream of a black hole to mark the end of season 10.

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David Eastman: Australian wrongfully jailed for 19 years wins payout

David Eastman was acquitted last year of killing one of Australia’s most senior police officers.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-50038337

Cooking gas cylinder blast kills 10 in India

The blast took place in a two-storey home in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-50038517

Robotic inspectors developed to fix wind farms

Scientists develop fully autonomous robots that could end the need for workers to scale dangerously-tall wind turbines.

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Typhoon Hagibis: Japan deploys 110,000 rescuers after worst storm in decades

The typhoon - the worst to hit the country in decades - has left at least 37 dead, with 20 missing.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-50037907

Canadian PM Trudeau shrugs off security threat

The prime minister appeared at a rally in a bulletproof vest and surrounded by uniformed officers.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50037844

Ecuador repeals law ending fuel subsidies in deal to stop protests

An agreement is struck after talks in Quito between the government and indigenous leaders.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50038126

Spain braced for verdict in Catalan separatists' trial

Twelve politicians and activists face sedition charges over an independence referendum in 2017.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-49974289

The British girl who went to meet her death row pen pal

"We were the only white people on the bus - and the only people to get off at death row."

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-49814959

After years searching, I found my sister next door

Hillary and Dawn were strangers who shared a driveway - until Hillary made a life-altering discovery.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-50017560

Poland election: Governing party claims victory after exit poll

The conservative nationalist Law and Justice party is on course for a majority, an exit poll predicts.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50037654

The pink dolphins giving people their lives back

A physiotherapist working with wild dolphins in the Amazon river has helped more than 600 children.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-50020330

East Germany 1989: People power activists who toppled a state

A giant anti-communist protest in Leipzig in October 1989 doomed the East German state.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-50003305

The hungry 26-year-old who set up a £100m food firm

When Timo Boldt realised he wanted to get meal kits delivered, he decided to set up his own firm.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49988337

Yasuke: The mysterious African samurai

Yasuke was entrusted with decapitating his Japanese lord - a huge honour 500 years ago.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-48542673