COP26: US and EU announce global pledge to slash methane

The Global Methane Pledge aims to cut methane emissions by 30% by 2030, compared with 2020 levels.

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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Citizens urged to defend Addis Ababa against rebels

Addis Ababa residents are told to register weapons and protect their areas as rebels advance.

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COP26: Joe Biden says methane reduction pledge will make 'huge difference'

More than 80 countries at the COP26 summit have pledged to cut methane emissions by 30% by 2030.

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COP26: Bezos pledges $2bn for restoring nature

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos tells the COP26 climate meeting he was inspired by his recent space trip.

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Yahoo pulls out of China over 'challenging' business conditions

The US giant follows other Western tech firms out of a country that is tightening its regulations.

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COP26: Bezos pledges $2bn for restoring nature

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos tells the COP26 climate meeting he was inspired by his recent space trip.

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Why Syrians face deportation from Turkey over banana jokes

Turkish authorities accuse some Syrians of "inciting hatred" for eating bananas. Here's why.

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China urges families to store basic supplies in case of emergency

The advice, amid Covid lockdowns and vegetable supply concerns, sparks some panic buying.

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Yahoo pulls out of China over 'challenging' business conditions

The US giant follows other Western tech firms out of a country that is tightening its regulations.

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Tesla opens its chargers to other electric cars

A pilot scheme in the Netherlands is intended to pave the way for large-scale global expansion.

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Brazil: Amazon parrot plays peekaboo with CCTV traffic camera

A turquoise-fronted amazon parrot was captured investigating a CCTV camera in Curitiba, Brazil.

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Explosions and gunfire heard at Kabul military hospital

Unconfirmed reports suggest at least 15 have been killed in an attack at Sardar Dawood Khan hospital.

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Morrisons sorry for 'non-EU salt and pepper' label

The supermarket says it was an "error" to put the description on one of its chickens.

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BP profits rise amid soaring energy prices

The oil giant says it expects natural gas prices to remain high during peak winter demand.

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Elon Musk says Tesla has not signed deal with Hertz

News of the rental firm's order for 100,000 electric cars pushed Tesla's market value past $1 trillion.

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COP26: US to stop methane leaks from oil and gas wells

The Biden administration plans to restore tough rules curbing one of the most potent greenhouse gases.

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COP26: UK apologises to Israeli minister for wheelchair access problems

Israeli minister Karine Elharrar waited for two hours outside the Glasgow venue but couldn't get inside.

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COP26 Bangladesh: If tidal surges destroy our house, where will we go?

How villagers in Bangladesh's coastal areas are struggling with the impact of climate change.

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Fishing row: France delays sanctions as talks over access continue

Paris has stepped back from a threat to block British fishing boats from its ports from midnight.

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Melbourne Cup: Verry Elleegant wins Australia's biggest race

The mare upsets favourite Incentivise and Britain's Spanish Mission to claim Australia's prestigious race.

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Squid Game crypto token collapses in apparent scam

Inspired by the hugely popular Netflix series Squid Game, the tokens had rocketed in value.

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Timed Teaser: Who entered the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame?

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go!

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COP26: Climate change graph 'needs more colours' as world gets hotter

The creator of the graphic representing world temperature said it will get "darker and darker".

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Day of the Dead parade returns to Mexico City after Covid

The James Bond-inspired carnival fills Mexico City with skeletons, dancers and giant sculptures.

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My day at COP26: 'I told world leaders: We're not drowning, we're fighting'

Samoan climate activist Brianna Fruean addressed world leaders at COP26 - she describes what it felt like to speak up for Pacific islanders.

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US Supreme Court hears arguments in controversial Texas abortion case

The justices will decide whether providers and the government can challenge Texas' abortion ban.

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COP26: India PM Narendra Modi pledges net zero by 2070

The pledge misses a key goal of the COP26 summit for all nations to commit to net zero by 2050.

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COP26: David Attenborough says world is looking to leaders

The naturalist urges climate summit delegates to "turn tragedy into triumph" for young people.

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Oromo Liberation Army: On the ground with Ethiopian fighters

The BBC's Catherine Byaruhanga gains special access to Ethiopia's Oromo Liberation Army.

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Bluegreen is the latest energy firm to go bust

The firm, which has 5,900 customers, says it is in an "unsustainable situation".

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Who is the outgoing Barclays boss Jes Staley?

Jes Staley resigns as Barclays chief executive after six years in charge of the British bank.

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Military officers condemn CIA torture as a stain on America

Military jury asks for clemency in case of Majid Khan and rebukes his alleged treatment by the CIA.

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People feared trapped in Nigeria high-rise collapse in Lagos

The multi-storey building in Lagos was under construction before being reduced to a pile of rubble.

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Handball federation changes uniform rules after bikini row

A campaign had pushed for an overhaul after Norway's team were fined for wearing shorts in July.

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Walkers crisp supply disruption to last for weeks

The Leicester-based crisp giant says it is prioritising production of its most popular flavours.

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Attila Hildmann: Judiciary mole suspected of leaks to conspiracist

Berlin officials say Covid lockdown sceptic Attila Hildmann was passed data about a probe into him.

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Chinese version of Fortnite to close

Epic Games has not explained the decision to end the game in China.

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Covid-19 deaths pass five million worldwide

Vaccines have slowed the death rate, but officials warn of worrying rises in some countries.

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Households to stay worse off than pre-Covid until 2023, says watchdog

The UK's independent forecaster warns household finances will not return to 2019 levels for two more years.

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Covid-19: Single case shuts down Shanghai Disneyland

The Chinese theme park closes for at lest two days after a visitor tests positive.

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Yemen war: Deadly missile attack on Marib religious school

The Yemeni government blames Houthi rebels for the attack, which killed or wounded 29 civilians.

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UK could take legal action against France over fishing row, says Liz Truss

The foreign secretary accuses France of "unfair behaviour" as it warns it could block British boats.

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Barclays boss Jes Staley steps down over Epstein inquiry

Jes Staley is leaving the bank following an investigation into his links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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Ryanair recovery continues despite more losses

Boss Michael O'Leary expects heavy ticket discounting this winter to fill the airline's aircraft.

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Barclays boss Jes Staley steps down over Epstein inquiry

Jes Staley is leaving the bank following an investigation into his links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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Covid: Emotional reunions as Australia's border reopens

International travellers hug loved ones at Sydney Airport for the first time in 20 months.

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Aukus: French president says Australian PM lied over submarine deal

Asked if Australia's leader was untruthful, France's president responds: "I don't think, I know."

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Libya: Thousands of migrants and refugees camp on UN's doorstep

Thousands of people are on the streets after fleeing overcrowded detention centres in Libya's capital.

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Bam Bus: Three women, one cheating ex and an adventure

Bekah, Abi and Morgan became friends after discovering they were all dating the same man.

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Mount Augustus: Preserving Australia's lesser-known sacred rock

Aboriginal rangers step up efforts to preserve Mount Augustus - a landmark twice the size of Uluru.

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