Saturday, January 13, 2024

US launches second strike on Houthis in Yemen

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The "follow-on action" comes after the first US and UK military response to Houthi attacks on shipping.

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Yemen strikes: What we've verified and know so far

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BBC Verify examines video of US and UK strikes on Houthi targets and explains the situation so far.

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Friday, January 12, 2024

Israel says South Africa distorting the truth in ICJ genocide case

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Its lawyer rebuffs South Africa's accusations while defending actions in Gaza at the UN's top court.

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Cape Verde reaches malaria-free milestone

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The island state becomes the first sub-Saharan country to get rid of the deadly disease in 50 years.

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Annapoorani: Netflix removes Nayanthara film after backlash from Hindu groups

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Members of hard-line Hindu groups had criticised the film for showing a Brahmin character eating meat.

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

Former England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson diagnosed with terminal cancer

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Former England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson says he has "best case a year" to live after being diagnosed with cancer.

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Tesco and M&S report strong Christmas sales

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Both retailers beat expectations for the key festive period as overall food prices remain high.

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Watch: Streets overrun by looters in Port Moresby

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Angry protests in the Papua New Guinean capital descended into violence after a police pay dispute.

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Lauren Boebert's ex-husband arrested after Colorado restaurant row

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Jayson Boebert had accused his ex-wife of assaulting him in a restaurant but said he would not press charges.

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Adan Canto: X-Men and Designated Survivor star dies of cancer at 42

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Kiefer Sutherland and Halle Berry lead tributes to the "wonderful spirit" of the Mexican star.

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Sainsbury's sells record pigs in blankets and mince pies

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Festive food sales helped boost the supermarket giant over the Christmas period.

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Ecuador prisoners take guards hostage after drug lord's escape

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Rioting erupted at six jails after the leader of Los Choneros prison gang escaped from his cell.

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Ethiopia-Somaliland deal makes waves in Horn of Africa

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The agreement for Somaliland to lease some coastline to Ethiopia has triggered a storm of controversy.

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Tiger Woods and Nike end 27-year partnership

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Woods became synonymous with Nike as they joined forces on his rise to the top in the late 1990s.

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China satellite launch over Taiwan triggers islandwide alert

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Mobile phone users across Taiwan got an "air raid alert" warning them to "be aware for your safety".

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Monday, January 8, 2024

Ousman Sonko: Gambian ex-minister to go on trial in Switzerland for murder

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Ousman Sonko is accused of crimes against humanity for abuses under former President Yahya Jammeh.

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Bilkis Bano: India Supreme Court cancels release of 2002 riots rapists

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The early release of 11 men who raped Bilkis Bano and murdered her family caused global outrage.

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Energy firms allowed to restart force-fitting meters

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Regulator Ofgem has given three companies permission to force-fit prepayment meters in homes.

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US Vulcan rocket launches on Moon mission

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The Vulcan rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral, with the Peregrine robotic lander onboard.

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Sunday, January 7, 2024

Al Jazeera bureau chief's son Hamza al-Dahdouh among journalists killed in Gaza

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Hamza al-Dahdouh was with other journalists when a reported strike hit a road between Khan Younis and Rafah.

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Israel-Palestinian bitterness deepened by Hamas attack and war

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Both Israelis and Palestinians believe the world does not understand their pain and suffering.

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Sunak considers measures to clear all Post Office victims

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The Justice Secretary is looking into steps to help hundreds of wrongly convicted sub-postmasters.

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Watch: Can you guess these impressions?

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At the end of Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, comedian Jon Culshaw shares impressions of two politicians.

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