Nigeria has requested the return of 97 cultural objects taken by British colonial forces in 1897.
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Saturday, July 30, 2022
Kentucky floods: 'More water than any of us have ever seen'
Children are among at least 16 people dead amid historic flooding in the US state of Kentucky.
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Iraq: Dozens injured as Iraqi parliament stormed again
At least 125 people are injured as protesters storm Iraq's parliament for the second time in a week.
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Mega Millions: Winning numbers revealed for $1.3bn jackpot
Slim odds of one in 300 million did not deter wishful Americans from snapping up tickets by the stack.
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Iraq: Muqtada al-Sadr supporters storm parliament again
At least 60 people are injured as demonstrators again break into Iraq's parliament building.
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Gazprom stops Latvia's gas in latest Russian cut to EU
Latvia is the latest EU member to have its Russian gas supplies cut off in the Ukraine crisis.
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The Pope's health: I could step down - but not yet, says pontiff
He was speaking on the way home from a trip to the Canada, where he apologised to indigenous people.
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Alexander Ionov case: US charges Russian with interfering in US politics
Alexander Ionov is accused of malign interference, including promoting the secession of California.
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Friday, July 29, 2022
Instagram U-turns on TikTok-style revamp
The social media platform pauses the rollout of new features after an online community backlash.
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Ukraine's shadow army resisting the Russians
Sarah Rainsford meets the underground partisans resisting Russian occupation in southern Ukraine.
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Kenya elections: Why farmers like William Ruto's big ambitions
The BBC visits the heartland of Deputy President William Ruto as he vies for the presidency.
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BA owner IAG reports first profit since pandemic began
IAG sees a sharp increase in the number of flights and passengers handled, despite problems at Heathrow.
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Samuel Alito: Top US judge mocks world leaders over abortion ruling
Samuel Alito dismisses Boris Johnson and others who condemned the move to restrict abortion.
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Asos, Boohoo and Asda investigated over green claims
Concerns include the use of vague language which may suggest clothes are more eco-friendly than they are.
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China signals it could miss economic growth target
It comes as Beijing is pursuing a zero-Covid policy that has put major cities in harsh lockdowns.
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Thursday, July 28, 2022
Neighbours finale: 'Goodbye to a character I've grown up with'
The actors behind Paul Robinson and Harold Bishop reflect on the TV soap coming to an emotional end.
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Cost of living: I avoid meals so my daughter can eat
As prices continue to rise, Radio 1 Newsbeat speaks to those struggling for basic meals.
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Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Train strikes: Drivers to walk out over pay on 13 August
Drivers at nine rail companies will walk out again next month, the union Aslef says.
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Lulo Rose: Angola pink diamond believed to be largest found in 300 years
The 170 carat "Lulo Rose" is the fifth largest diamond ever discovered in Angola's Lulo mine.
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Ukraine war: Officials say work at grain ports resumes after deal
Ukraine's navy will try to establish "green corridors" for ships to pass through, officials said.
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Gas prices soar as Russia cuts German supply
The Nord Stream 1 pipeline is now operating at just a fifth of its usual capacity.
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Gas prices soar as Russia cuts German supply
The Nord Stream 1 pipeline is now operating at just a fifth of its usual capacity.
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Brazilian footballer Neymar faces fraud trial in Barcelona
Nine years after he moved from Brazil, he faces trial for alleged irregularities over the transfer.
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McDonald's puts up price of cheeseburger for first time in 14 years
The fast food firm increases the price for the first time in 14 years due to growing cost pressures.
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Japan monkeys: Member of gang terrorising locals caught and killed
Officials say they have caught and killed one of a gang of monkeys responsible for injuring 50 people.
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Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Wildfire tears through homes in Texas
At least 20 properties have been destroyed by the fire in Balch Springs, as the US battles extreme heat.
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Train strikes: When are they and what are the disputes about?
Thousands of train drivers and rail workers will go on strike in July and August.
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Karnataka: India family pay $1,000 for missing parrot
The African grey parrot, which escaped through an open door, was returned to his family after five days.
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Ukraine war: Russia waging gas war with Nord Stream 1 cuts - Zelensky
Ukraine's president accuses Moscow of using gas restrictions to inflict misery on ordinary Europeans.
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Monday, July 25, 2022
Japan's police to take measures after wild monkey rampages
What started as attacks on women and children, now include the elderly and adult men, officials say.
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Train strikes: People told not to travel by rail during walkouts
Only 20% of services will run and some places will have no trains on Wednesday, Network Rail says.
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Tunisia referendum: Voters decide whether to increase president's powers
President Saied says the reforms will strengthen the country but opponents see them as a betrayal.
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Eurovision: UK to host next year's Song Contest
The UK will host Eurovision next year after organisers said the event could not take place in Ukraine.
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Myanmar's executed activists: Phyo Zeya Thaw and Ko Jimmy
Weeks before Myanmar executed four democracy activists, the BBC spoke to their family and friends.
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Ryanair boss hits out at airports: 'They had one job'
Neil Sorahan says airports had "one job to do" - to recruit enough staff to deal with higher demand.
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Eurotunnel and Dover queues: Warning of another busy weekend of Channel traffic
Traffic heading to France is flowing freely on Monday but it is expected to be very busy this weekend.
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Sunday, July 24, 2022
Kenya: Life on the front-line of severe food shortages
The BBC's Anne Soy reports from the Horn of Africa, where US officials warn of a "hunger catastrophe".
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Climate change: How to talk to a denier
Tips about how to engage with people who think climate change is a "hoax".
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Tunisia referendum: President Kais Saied seeks mandate to extend powers
The North African country is set to vote on a constitution that seeks to extend President Kais Saied's powers.
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Dover and Eurotunnel queues: Travellers warned of third day of delays
Families report sleeping in cars overnight on the approach to Eurotunnel, with waits of up to 21 hours.
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Climate protesters dragged away after attempting glue stunt with Botticelli masterpiece
The incident follows a spate of action where environmental activists have targeted famous artworks.
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