Monday, September 12, 2022

WATCH: Russian tanks abandoned on retaken Ukrainian territory

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Ukraine's military says it has retaken territory from Russia, making its first significant gain in months.

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Modern slavery shoots up by 10 million in five years

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More than half of forced labour happens in richer countries, with women and children most at risk.

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Discounts for cutting peak-time electricity use too low. energy firms say

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Two UK energy firms say a plan to offer discounts on bills could fail if people are not offered more.

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Ukraine war: Russians 'outnumbered 8-1' in counter-attack

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Ukraine's army makes significant territorial gains, while Russia hits back with missiles.

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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Tunisia: Eleven migrants die in latest Mediterranean accident

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Over 1,000 migrants are thought to have died this year trying to cross the central Mediterranean.

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President Biden references Queen in 9/11 remembrance speech

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The president pays tribute to the thousands of people who died 21 years after the attacks on US soil.

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Ukraine war: Shock and joy in newly liberated villages

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"They asked 'is anyone alive?' and I realised they were ours," says one woman. "They were so beautiful."

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Queen Elizabeth II: Trains to London likely to be 'extremely busy'

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Train travel in the mourning period for the Queen is likely to be "extremely busy", the rail operator warns.

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Charles III: Antigua and Barbuda plans vote on King's role as head of state

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The country's PM says the poll will be held within three years, but Australia rules out a vote.

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US Open final: Iga Swiatek beats Ons Jabeur to win New York title

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World number one Iga Swiatek caps a dominant season by beating Tunisia's Ons Jabeur at the US Open to win her second major title of 2022.

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Liz Truss and Joe Biden: The big issue that could derail UK/US relations

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Expect unity on Ukraine and China but there's one worrying point of tension between the UK and US.

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'I want to see the rainbow flag raised in Iran'

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One of two lesbians sentenced to death in Iran had spoken to the BBC about her hopes for the future.

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Saturday, September 10, 2022

Hong Kong: Five jailed in for 'seditious' children's books

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Authorities said the books, about sheep trying to hold back wolves, referred to the Beijing government.

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Queen Elizabeth II and Africa: In pictures

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Queen Elizabeth visited more than 20 African countries during her reign, as independence swept the continent.

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Charles III is proclaimed king in in TV first

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King Charles III is proclaimed king by is a historic ceremony, broadcast for the first time.

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Charles formally confirmed as king in ceremony televised for first time

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Charles III is proclaimed as monarch in the first televised Accession Council.

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New Zealand: Whale may have caused boat flip that killed five

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Mayor Craig Mackle says the whale may have surfaced beneath the boat causing it to capsize.

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Kharkiv offensive: Russia surprised as Ukraine takes several towns - UK

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President Zelensky says Ukraine has retaken 30 settlements in its eastern offensive this week.

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Friday, September 9, 2022

Bank of England delays interest rate decision after Queen's death

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The UK's central bank postpones its meeting by a week "in light of the period of national mourning".

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Queen Elizabeth II and Africa: A long-standing relationship

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The leaders of countries across the continent express their sadness at the Queen's death.

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Climate change: Six tipping points ‘likely’ to be crossed

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Current rates of warming put the Earth on a path of runaway climate change, according to a new analysis.

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Outpouring of sympathy across the Commonwealth

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From prime ministers to people on the street, the Commonwealth nations pay tribute to the Queen.

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Energy firms will contact customers over bill cuts

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Households will be told how the plan to reduce energy bills announced by Liz Truss will affect them.

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Ukraine has retaken 1,000 square kilometres in a week - Zelensky

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Kyiv says a lightning counteroffensive has recaptured vast swathes of territory in its south and east.

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Royal rebranding: What will happen to stamps, coins, banknotes and passports?

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We're used to seeing Queen Elizabeth II's portrait and coat of arms in our change and on cereal boxes.

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

Queen under medical supervision at Balmoral

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Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall have travelled there, with the Duke of Cambridge on his way.

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WATCH: The Northern Lights as seen from space

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The footage released by released by the European Space Agency shows the phenomenon from space.

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Energy bills to be capped at £2,500 for typical household

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New Prime Minister Liz Truss unveils a multi-billion pound plan to limit energy bill rises from October.

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Ukraine war: US approves $2.6bn in aid for Ukraine and allies

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Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin announces military support at a meeting with other ministers in Germany.

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Climate change: Europe's warm summer shatters records

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Heatwaves and a record drought drove record heat all over Europe this summer, according to satellite data.

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Marshall Islands: Chinese pair plotted 'mini-state' in Pacific nation

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US prosecutors say the duo bribed Marshall Island MPs to try and create a "semi-autonomous region".

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Central Vista: Delhi's iconic landmark gets a facelift

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PM Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the redeveloped version of the 3km long Central Vista avenue.

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Albania severs diplomatic ties with Iran over cyber-attack

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Albania and the US accuse Iran of hiring hackers to paralyse public services and steal state data.

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California wildfires: Two dead and mass evacuations amid heatwave

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A rapidly-spreading wildfire in southern California has killed two people and torched homes.

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New York returns $19m worth of stolen art to Italy

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The 58 pieces include a marble head of the goddess Athena dated 200 BC, worth an estimated $3m alone.

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OEUK calls on government for rapid North Sea action

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Offshore trade body says urgent government action is needed to maximise the UK's energy security.

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Cyrus Mistry: India insists on seat belts after tycoon's death in car crash

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Cyrus Mistry, who headed Tata Sons for four years, died in a car crash on Sunday.

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Ho Chi Minh: 12 people dead in karaoke bar fire

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The blaze moved quickly on the upper floors of the building trapping many customers and staff.

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Tracking Tico: Manatee rescued after frantic search

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Tico, a rescued manatee, sent experts on a 4,000km-chase after they became concerned for his welfare.

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Canada stab victim 'died helping others'

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Gloria Burns. 62, was killed as she tried to help other victims of Sunday's attacks in Saskatchewan.

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Firefighters and control room staff could strike over pay

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Union leaders say the move follows a 2% pay offer which has not risen despite rising inflation.

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Ukraine: Ben Stiller and Sean Penn latest Americans banned from Russia

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Moscow's "stop list" includes more than 1,000 names, including celebrities who have backed Ukraine.

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Frozen Planet II returns with live footage of avalanche

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The BBC sequel launches on Sunday with never before seen footage of animals in the frozen world.

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How India is building a pearl farming industry

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The Indian government is fuelling its growth, but critics say the boom is coming at a cost.

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Ukraine war: North Korea supplying Russia with weapons, say US reports

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Documents obtained by US media say Pyongyang is supplying millions of artillery shells and rockets.

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Monday, September 5, 2022

Kenya election 2022: Supreme Court confirms William Ruto's victory against Raila Odinga

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Losing candidate Raila Odinga did not provide evidence of his allegations of fraud, the judges said.

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Afghanistan: Russian embassy staff killed in Kabul bombing

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The bomber was shot dead by guards as he approached the embassy gates, officials say.

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New PM's energy bill options to include freeze plan

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Energy industry sources tell the BBC they expect an overall freeze in bills to be announced this week.

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Chile constitution: Voters overwhelmingly reject radical change

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The new progressive document was meant to replace the constitution drawn up under military rule.

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Sunday, September 4, 2022

33-day 'Smiling Pope' John Paul I beatified at the Vatican

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John Paul I led the Catholic Church for 33 days in 1978, with his death causing controversy.

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