Bitcoin surges past $60,000 for first time

The volatile cryptocurrency extends its record-breaking run to reach a new high.

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Bitcoin surges past $60,000 for first time

The volatile cryptocurrency extends its record-breaking run to reach a new high.

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Sri Lanka adoption: The babies who were given away

Thousands of newborns were sold to families in Europe. Decades later, Sri Lankan mothers are trying to find them.

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The algorithm for the perfect biryani

A new book argues that cooking, at its heart, is chemistry. And algorithms are the key to it.

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Myanmar protests: Civilian leader in hiding vows to continue 'revolution'

Mahn Win Khaing Than leads a group of politicians seeking recognition as Myanmar's government.

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Saving one of the world’s rarest toads from extinction

The harlequin toad has been successfully bred in captivity for the first time outside Panama.

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'Marvelous' Marvin Hagler: American boxing legend dies aged 66

Former undisputed middleweight world champion 'Marvelous' Marvin Hagler dies at the age of 66.

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Live music is back... behind a New York shop window

Musicians have been able to serenade New Yorkers from the inside of empty shops.

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Sri Lanka adoption: The babies who were given away

Thousands of newborns were sold to families in Europe. Decades later, Sri Lankan mothers are trying to find them.

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Is fighting a pandemic like fighting a war?

Two Vietnam War veterans on the similarities between the struggle against Covid and fighting a war.

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Zimbabwe's 16-year-old motocross champion on 'beating the boys'

Tanya Muzinda has taken on the male-dominated world of motocross - becoming her country's off-road circuits champion.

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Pandemic impact 'yet to be felt' on high streets

An average of 48 outlets per day closed last year, but there may be worse to come.

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Garden furniture shortage no picnic for retailers

Supply problems are due the huge rise in demand last year and rising shipping costs.

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When will I be able to see my mum?

Mother's Day is hard if your mother is overseas and you don't know when you'll be able to travel again.

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Argentina's President Alberto Fernández targeted in vehicle by protesters

Protesters unhappy with government mining plans in the Patagonia region smash the vehicle's windows.

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Breonna Taylor: Protest to mark anniversary of police killing

The young black medic was shot dead when police raided her home in Louisville, Kentucky, a year ago.

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Sarah Everard: How a woman's death sparked a nation's soul-searching

The disappearance and death of a young woman in London prompts anger and calls for change.

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Russia opposition: Moscow police raid election forum

Officers raided the opposition conference only minutes after it began at a hotel on Saturday.

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Covid: Jordan's health minister quits over hospital oxygen deaths

The country's health minister has resigned after six Covid patients died due to an oxygen shortage.

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Sri Lanka to ban burka and other face coverings

The measure is needed on security grounds, officials say two years after the Easter Sunday attacks.

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Security forces fire at protesters in Myanmar

Myanmar has "all the hallmarks of a civil war... but only one side is armed", says Jonathan Head.

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US announcer uses racist slur as basketball players kneel for anthem

Announcer Matt Rowan blamed his "horrible statements" on sugar spikes from his diabetes.

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ICYMI: Faceplanting albatross and cat rescues itself

An albatross faceplant, a cat rescuing itself after getting stuck in a tree and other stories you may have missed.

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Would you scrap your car for public transport credits?

A scheme in the Midlands is encouraging people to scrap their cars to get public transport credits.

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Spanish police seize narco-submarine in Malaga raid

The vessel, able to transport up to two tonnes of drugs, was found in the city of Malaga.

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Corinne Masiero: Actress protests naked at 'French Oscars' ceremony

Corinne Masiero sheds a donkey skin and bloodstained dress at a coronavirus-dominated César Awards.

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Covid: US and allies promise one billion jabs for South East Asia

The leaders of the US, Australia, India and Japan agree to deliver the vaccines by the end of 2022.

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Covid-19: 48,000 businesses sign up for rapid testing

All companies in England can register for workplace coronavirus testing until 31 March.

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Hungry, angry and fleeing the horrors of war in northern Mozambique

A BBC team are the first international journalists to reach an area besieged by Islamist militants.

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Tokyo 2020: The elite athletes training at home

Jacuzzi swims and pole vaulting over bins - getting ready for the Olympics and Paralympics has been creative.

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Why the GameStop story is far from over

Huge swings in the share price show amateur investors are still taking on Wall Street.

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Covid-19 pandemic: Italy to shut shops and schools amid infection spike

Shops, restaurants and schools will be closed across most of the country on Monday.

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India: How eating online is bringing women money - and freedom

Some Indian women are taking advantage of the popularity of online eating shows to become financially independent.

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House builders 'should drop appalling gagging orders'

Developers who carry out repair work should not require non-disclosure agreements, says an MP.

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Bolivia: Prosecutors order arrest of former interim leader

Prosecutors say Jeanine Áñez and former ministers took part in a coup against leader Evo Morales.

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Cumbria coal mine: 'Increased controversy' prompts public inquiry

Ministers were warned the proposal is damaging the UK's reputation ahead of a major climate summit.

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Zulu King Goodwill Zwelithini dies in South Africa aged 72

The king, one of South Africa's most influential traditional leaders, had ruled since 1968.

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UK economy shrank 2.9% in January amid lockdown

Official figures show the UK's gross domestic product is 9% smaller than before the Covid pandemic.

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Maharashtra: Nagpur becomes first major Indian city to return to lockdown

Nagpur becomes the first major Indian city to return to a complete lockdown as Covid cases rise.

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Coupang: Harvard dropout rockets into mega-billionaire's club

The "Amazon of South Korea", Coupang was founded by Bom Kim and has just listed its shares.

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Meghan Markle interview: African-American women react

Many African-American women were delighted when one of their own married a real prince - but times have changed.

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Grab seeks US listing with $40bn valuation: report

The fast-growing company operates the dominant ride-hailing app across much of South East Asia.

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Coupang: Harvard dropout rockets into mega-billionaire's club

The "Amazon of South Korea", Coupang was founded by Bom Kim and has just listed its shares.

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Covid-19: Thailand delays AstraZeneca vaccine rollout after blood clot fears

The delay comes after a number of countries, including Denmark and Norway, suspended use of the jab.

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De Blasio: NYC mayor calls on Cuomo to quit over harassment claims

Andrew Cuomo has been accused of sexual misconduct by six women, allegations he denies.

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Covid: Does Tanzania have a hidden epidemic?

The Tanzanian authorities have not published data on coronavirus infections or deaths for many months.

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Etna: Life beneath the volcanic dust of repeated eruptions

Three weeks of spectacular blasts have amazed onlookers - but caused untold damage for Sicilians.

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Kathleen Folbigg: Could science free Australian jailed for killing babies?

Kathleen Folbigg has been called Australia's worst female murderer - now scientists doubt her guilt.

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Why has the Syrian war lasted 10 years?

What sparked the fighting - and why it is still going on after so long.

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A yak herder in the Himalayas: ‘I am the last shepherd in my family’

Phuntsog Tsering lives a tough life, herding yaks at 5,000m in the Himalayas and is one of the last shepherds left in his village.

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