Saturday, October 21, 2023

Ukraine war: Why Kyiv's Dnipro east bank gain could be significant

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Ukrainian troops believe their advance across the Dnipro River could help them launch a larger offensive.

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Gaza neighbourhood flattened and hospital told to evacuate

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Intensive Israeli air strikes continue as Hamas-run health ministry says death toll passes 4,300.

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The forgotten Israeli hostages kept by Hamas in Gaza for years

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Israel's pain over some 200 people kidnapped by Hamas overshadows the years of waiting for two hostages and soldiers' remains.

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Friday, October 20, 2023

Residents leave as tension grows at Israel-Lebanon border

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Fears fighting could erupt between Hezbollah and Israel are seeing communities on both sides evacuate.

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

Natalee Holloway's suspected killer, Joran van der Sloot, admits to crime, says mother

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Joran van der Sloot "brutally murdered" the Alabama teenager who went missing in Aruba, the judge said.

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Israel Gaza: Biden clinches deal with Egypt to allow aid

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In Tel Aviv, Mr Biden says Israel has a right to hit back for the Hamas attack that triggered fighting.

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

At scene of hospital blast: 'People are still collecting body parts'

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Hundreds of people were killed by an explosion at a crowded hospital in Gaza City, health officials say.

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Country Garden: China property giant default fears grow

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The housing sector accounts for a third of China's economy, whose post-pandemic recovery has been sluggish.

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Bear enters house and helps herself to frozen lasagne

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Surveillance video shows the moment a fury burglar entered a Connecticut home looking for lunch.

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Somali Cable Television's director Nur killed in suicide blast

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A prominent Somali journalists' union says it is "deeply shaken" by Abdifatah Moalim Nur's death.

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Scotland’s biggest offshore wind farm at full power

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Seagreen, off the Angus coast, can generate enough electricity to power two-thirds of Scotland's households

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HS2: Labour criticises 'back of fag packet' transport plan

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The party says the government's alternative plans after scrapping the northern leg of HS2 are an "insult".

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Police shoot man in hunt for Brussels gunman

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It follows Monday night's incident where two Swedish nationals were killed in the Belgian capital.

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Monday, October 16, 2023

Ten former Tuffnells depots reopen after rescue deal

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A total of 12 former Tuffnells delivery depots are back up and running.

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DR Congo boat accident: At least 40 dead, 167 missing

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The overloaded boat was sailing at night, in breach of safety regulations, officials say.

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Former Bank of China boss arrested on bribery charges

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He is the latest banker to be prosecuted under Chinese President Xi's anti-corruption crackdown.

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Same-sex marriage: The lesbian activist seeking equal rights in India

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Maya Sharma doesn't believe in marriage but has petitioned India's Supreme Court to legalise same-sex union.

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Sunday, October 15, 2023

US actress Piper Laurie, star of The Hustler and Carrie, dies at 91

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The three-time Oscar nominee was also known for her campaigning for the civil rights movement.

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Who's behind Israel-Gaza disinformation and hate online?

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How false claims, conspiracy theories and hateful content shapes the general public's view of the war.

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Manchester United: Qatar's Sheikh Jassim withdraws from process to buy club

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Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani withdraws from the process to buy Manchester United.

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Saturday, October 14, 2023

The Voice: Australians vote No in historic referendum

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The country has overwhelmingly voted No to a proposal aimed at elevating First Nations voices.

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China's Belt and Road Initiative: Kenya and a railway to nowhere

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A $5bn transport project, funded by Chinese loans, is in danger of becoming a white elephant.

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Gaza Strip in maps: What it's like for the people that live there

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Find out more about what it is like to live in the Gaza Strip, from the economy to education, health and water.

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Friday, October 13, 2023

China deported 'large number' of N Korean defectors - Seoul

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Sources in China said that up to 600 defectors were put on trucks and forcibly sent back on Monday.

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Sri Lanka crisis: Colombo reaches debt deal with China

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The agreement paves the way for the South Asian nation to secure more funding from the IMF.

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Germany migrants: Seven dead after vehicle crashes in Bavaria

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Authorities said the driver of a "suspected smuggling vehicle" attempted to evade police before losing control.

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Watch: Scalise bows out of Speaker’s race, citing ‘schisms’

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Republican Congressman Steve Scalise has dropped out of the race to become Speaker of the House just a day after his party nominated him.

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

Ex-Barclays boss Jes Staley banned over Epstein scandal

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Jes Staley can no longer hold senior positions in the UK and has been fined £1.8m.

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Carillion: Record fine for KPMG over 'exceptional' failure

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KPMG given £21m fine for "exceptional" failures in its accounting work for collapsed construction giant.

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Microsoft in $29bn back taxes dispute in US

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The IRS has been auditing how the firm allocates profits among countries and jurisdictions.

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California player wins $1.76bn Powerball jackpot

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A single ticket, sold north of Los Angeles, is the second-largest lottery win in history.

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This night is sparkling: Taylor Swift greets fans on red carpet

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The star greeted fans for the world premiere of the film Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour in Los Angeles.

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Poland election: Bitter campaign splits country ahead of key vote

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It's seen as the most important vote since communism's end in 1989. What direction will Poland take?

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Scalise: Five things to know about US House Speaker hopeful

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The Representative from Louisiana has quickly risen through the ranks of House Republicans.

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Timelapse captures stunning sunrise in Mauna Kea, Hawaii

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The Subaru Telescope All-Sky Camera captured the images of the morning sky over Hawaii on Tuesday.

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Paraguay jail: Rioting inmates hold guards hostage

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Guards are being held against their will during a riot in the overcrowded jail in the capital, Asunción.

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Next set to buy rival brand Fat Face in latest High Street buy

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High Street chain Next is understood to be close to buying rival fashion chain Fat Face.

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Gaza: Children screamed in street as we fled 2am air strike

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Power runs out in Gaza after another night of massive destruction by Israeli forces.

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Bola Tinubu diploma: No evidence Nigeria's president forged college record

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Allegations that Bola Tinubu's diplomas were fake went viral after the release of his school documents.

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Lyse Doucet moves to safety during live Israel report

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The BBC's chief international correspondent was told to move while broadcasting in Ashkelon, southern Israel.

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

People struggle to leave Israel after more flights cut

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BA, Virgin Atlantic and El Al are now the only airlines with direct flights from Israel to the UK.

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Warm weather delays early Christmas food sales

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The unusually mild weather has led to fewer people buying Christmas puddings and seasonal biscuits.

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Unity boss resigns after game engine pricing backlash

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The firm powers hit games including Pokemon Go, and had wanted to charge developers extra fees.

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Technology festival's sock that detect Alzheimer's signs

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The socks, which can detect the early signs of the condition, are among innovations on show in Bristol.

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Liberia elections: Voters head to polls as George Weah faces Joseph Boakai

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President George Weah is facing a strong challenge from the opposition in his bid for a second term.

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Inside Israel and Gaza as rockets and gun fights hit region

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Since Hamas attacked Israel on Saturday, more than 1,700 people have been killed in shootings and air strikes.

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Monday, October 9, 2023

'Nobody could help us' - Shock and anger in Israel's Ashkelon

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Many people are shocked at how their powerful security forces were overwhelmed by Hamas.

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Nobel economics prize awarded to Claudia Goldin for work on gender pay gap

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American Claudia Goldin is only the third woman to receive the prestigious economics prize.

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Afghanistan earthquake: More than 1,000 dead as villagers dig for survivors

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Villagers are searching through what is left of their homes with shovels and bare hands.

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My landlord wanted to put the rent up 35% despite cap

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Catherine Sheldon says she is now having to leave the property, with nowhere else to go that she can afford.

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