Saturday, July 16, 2022

Sri Lanka: 'I've spent 10 days in line for petrol'

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Drivers in the crisis-hit nation tell of their mammoth waits amid a worsening fuel emergency.

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The striking photo that will define a visit

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A photograph of Joe Biden and Mohammed bin Salman fist-bumping has gone viral - will their meeting be remembered for more?

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China heatwave: Shanghai workers swelter in 40C heat

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Shanghai is one of dozens of cities across the country to issue extreme weather warnings.

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Missile strike on Ukraine space plant in Dnipro kills three

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Russian cruise missiles hit a space rocket plant in Dnipro and the city of Nikopol is also hit.

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Ivana Trump died of blunt impact injuries to torso - NYC medical examiner

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The death of Donald Trump's first wife is ruled accidental amid reports that she fell down stairs.

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Europe heatwave: Deadly wildfires spread in Mediterranean

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A firefighting pilot dies in Portugal and a big fire spreads near Spain's Costa del Sol.

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Friday, July 15, 2022

Man acquitted of bombing 1985 Air India flight shot dead in Canada

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Ripudaman Singh Malik was accused of involvement in Canada's worst terror attack that killed 329.

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Can the right smell make you more productive?

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With more people working from home there's growing interest in making the home smell better.

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Pi Hanks learned Saving Private Ryan lines from helmet

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Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg set up camp on an Irish beach 25 years ago.

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Sri Lanka: The fake ‘invasions’ of a broadcaster and Central Bank

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After protesters breached official buildings this past week, misleading claims of other break-ins spiralled on social media.

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Kenya election: TikTok and disinformation

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How TikTok is being used by supporters of various political factions in the upcoming Kenyan elections.

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

Bill Gates vows to drop off world's rich list

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The Microsoft co-founder says he will move a further $20bn into his philanthropic foundation.

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Netflix and Microsoft team up for cheaper plan with adverts

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In April, the firm said subscriber numbers had fallen for the first time in more than a decade.

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Bill Gates vows to drop off world's rich list

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The Microsoft co-founder says he will move a further $20bn into his philanthropic foundation.

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Nazi Soldau: Ashes of 8,000 victims found in mass grave in Poland

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A mass grave containing 17.5 tonnes of ashes is unearthed in Poland, close to a former Nazi camp.

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Emirates calls Heathrow passenger limit unacceptable

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The airline accuses the airport of being "cavalier about travellers" for limiting summer departure numbers.

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BBC Travel Watchers: Share your summer travel experience

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Tell us about your journeys this summer.

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Sri Lanka protests: One dead and 84 injured, say hospital officials

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A 26-year-old man died of breathing difficulties after police forces fired tear gas to disperse the crowd.

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Summer holiday: 'We spent 15 hours on a flight to nowhere'

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Mark and Caroline Gittins ended up back where they started, after strong winds diverted their flight to Madeira.

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Battle of Waterloo skeletons uncovered in Belgium

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The remains of humans and horses from the crucial 1815 battle are found in Belgium.

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Mexico to spend $1.5bn on modernising US border

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A "bold programme" is needed to deal with the migrants crossing the border, Mexico's president says.

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Soaring energy direct debits called into question

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Energy suppliers told to review the way they charge customers after large increases in direct debits.

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Ukraine grain: Kyiv optimistic on Russia deal to reopen Black Sea

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Tough talks are needed to reopen safe cargo routes for the grain that Russia has trapped in Ukraine.

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Gambia after Yahya Jammeh: 'I'll never get justice'

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Years after the notorious leader's election defeat, his alleged victims are still searching for justice.

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Sri Lanka: Police fire tear gas at protesters marching outside PM's office

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Sri Lanka's PM Ranil Wickremesinghe has declared a state of emergency in the country.

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

What did Shinzo Abe mean to Japan?

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The former PM is known for his signature "Abenomics" economic policy, but his legacy lies in national security.

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Heathrow limits passenger numbers over summer

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The UK's biggest airport has been struggling to cope with the rebound in demand for air travel.

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Timed Teaser: Why did Elon Musk drop his Twitter buyout?

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

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Train drivers very close to going on strike, union warns

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Aslef boss Mick Whelan says a walk-out could happen within weeks if pay talks with management fail.

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French Fécamp 'precious blood' relics recovered after abbey theft

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Catholics were shocked when an artefact said to contain drops of Jesus's blood was stolen in France.

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Sir Mo Farah reveals he was trafficked to the UK as a child

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The Olympic star says the name Mohamed Farah was given to him by a stranger who flew him to the UK.

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Monday, July 11, 2022

Ukraine war: Germany fears Russia gas cut as supplies halted

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Russian pipeline operators say maintenance work is needed, but Germany suspects political motives.

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José Eduardo dos Santos: Spain approves autopsy for ex-Angola leader

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The family of 79-year-old José Eduardo dos Santos alleged there was a plot to kill him.

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Henan: Violent clashes after hundreds show up for China bank protest

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Many in China turned up in protest after their banks froze 39 billion yuan ($5.8bn; £4.9bn) in funds.

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Swiggy identifies 'mystery' horse-rider from viral video

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A viral video had showed an unknown man on a horse carrying the food delivery aggregator's bag.

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Heathrow Airport warns more flight cancellations possible

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The airport apologises for recent disruption but says it could still ask airlines to cut more flights.

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Sunday, July 10, 2022

Flights will be more expensive, says IATA's Willie Walsh

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Soaring fuel costs will be reflected in airline ticket prices, Willie Walsh warns.

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Tory leadership race: Rivals battle over tax cutting pledges

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Tax has emerged as a key battleground in the race to replace Boris Johnson as prime minister.

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Russian rockets kill 15 in Chasiv Yar housing block, Ukraine says

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Many are also feared to be trapped in the rubble of the apartment block in eastern Ukraine.

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Sajid Javid and Jeremy Hunt join Conservative Party leadership race

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Contenders to replace Boris Johnson begin to set out their stalls - with many pledging lower taxes.

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Saturday, July 9, 2022

Sri Lanka: President Rajapaksa to resign after palace stormed

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Thousands of protesters have been demanding the PM and president quit over the country's economic crisis.

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Politician Tajzadeh and two film directors arrested in Iran

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Iranian authorities arrest reformist Mostafa Tajzadeh and two film directors over protests.

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Ukraine reports heavy Russian missile strikes in east and south

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Civilian areas are hit again in several cities and police say Russia is setting crops ablaze.

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Paul Kagame to seek fourth term as president of Rwanda

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He says he will consider "running for another 20 years" after 22 years in office already.

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Shinzo Abe killing: Security was flawed, Japan police say

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Japan is in shock after former PM Shinzo Abe was assassinated during a campaign speech.

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Sri Lanka crisis: Demonstrators take over presidential residence

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Thousands of demonstrators have taken over President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's home in Colombo.

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Sri Lanka: Protesters storm President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's residence

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Thousands of protesters are demanding President Rajapaksa quit over the country's economic crisis.

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Friday, July 8, 2022

James Caan: Hollywood pays tribute to late Godfather actor

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Al Pacino, Francis Ford Coppola and Robert De Niro lead the tributes to the late Godfather actor.

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Shinzo Abe death: Shock killing that could change Japan forever

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The killing of the former PM has raised questions in a country where people don't think about violent crime.

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US economy adds more jobs than expected in June

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Employers created 372,000 new jobs last month but analysts warn a slowdown may be on the way.

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