Colorado wildfires: Woman says families in her neighbourhood lost everything
A woman who had to evacuate her home in Louisville with her family speaks to the BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Hocvyz https:...
South Africa prepares to bury Archbishop Desmond Tutu
The funeral for Tutu, who helped end apartheid in South Africa, will take place on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qX11eX ...
Colorado: Residents return following devastating fire
Tens of thousands of people in Boulder County were forced to flee their homes on Thursday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qGe1VP h...
Omicron wave may have peaked, South Africa says
Officials relax restrictions noting lower hospital admissions from the Omicron variant than feared. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Teva Pharmaceuticals found liable in New York opioid trial
A New York State jury has found the drug maker help fuel the state's deadly opioid epidemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pI2...
Russia labels Pussy Riot members foreign agents
Journalists and other prominent figures also feature on an updated justice ministry list. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eSHsih ht...
Year in tech: The stories making headlines in 2021
From the metaverse to NFTs and everything in-between, what's made the news in tech this year? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34a...
The Corozal: Scottish dredger that helped build the Panama Canal
Museum staff unearthed the story of a Scottish dredger involved in constructing the famous trading route. from BBC News - World https://if...
2021 viral videos: The social media moments India celebrated
From the 'pawri' girl to the tiny Covid warrior, here are the social media moments India celebrated. from BBC News - World https:/...
The 'heartbreakingly beautiful' art of Laurie Anderson
The pioneering artist speaks about her new exhibit, which blends painting, film, music and writing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Why Chinese stand-up comedians are turning to English
Alex Shi says her comedy comes from her Chinese heritage but she feels more comfortable performing in a foreign language. from BBC News - ...
Cape Verde: Drone delivers medical supplies to remote islands
Computer scientist Erico Pinheiro has invented a drone system to deliver medical supplies to the remote communities of his island nation Cap...
Avoid cruises even if vaccinated, CDC tells Americans
It says there has been an increase in onboard cases since the emergence of the Omicron variant. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Hq8a...
Elon Musk rejects claim he is hogging space
His comments come after China complained to the United Nations about his internet satellite project. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
What does future warfare look like? It's here already
There's one area where the West is falling dangerously behind Russia and China - hypersonic missiles. from BBC News - World https://if...
Who is Ghislaine Maxwell? The downfall of a favourite daughter
How Ghislaine Maxwell went from being the toast of high society to a convicted sex trafficker. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FzotE...
15 films to look out for in the Oscars race
With the gong-giving season picking up steam, we look at the possible nominees for the big awards. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3J...
What went wrong with vaccinating the world?
Why developed countries have a surplus of vaccines while low-income ones are still struggling to battle Covid. from BBC News - World https...
Syntropic agriculture: A new way of farming in dry climates?
Ernst Gotsch's method of agriculture increases, rather than decreases, biodiversity and wildlife. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Stand News: Police arrest six from Hong Kong independent news outlet
Six people linked to Stand News were arrested for "conspiracy to publish a seditious publication". from BBC News - World https:/...
John Madden: Legendary NFL coach and commentator dies at 85
John Madden, the much-loved American football coach and commentator, has died aged 85. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EAHOEv https...
Boeing 737 Max: Indonesia lifts ban after 2018 Lion Air crash
The announcement came just a day after Ethiopian Airlines said it would resume 737 Max flights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EAGD...
Biodiversity: The tale of the 'un-extinct' fish
A Mexican fish species has been "brought back from extinction" after a decades-long rescue mission. from BBC News - World https:...
Why Mauritius is losing its seashells
The beaches of the Indian Ocean island seem bereft of the beautiful shells popular with tourists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ze...
Music preview 2022: The biggest releases, tours and films
What will Britney do now she's free of her conservatorship, and who's releasing new music in 2022? from BBC News - World https://i...
The mystery of the home where the Queen was born
Where was the original site of the house where the Queen was born? And was it bombed in the war? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EvW...
Fighting to learn in Venezuela
Despite the country's continuing economic crisis, both pupils and teachers are determined to continue with schooling. from BBC News - ...
Ghislaine Maxwell jury faces longer hours because of Covid
The judge in Ghislaine Maxwell's sex trafficking trial asks jurors to meet for an extra hour a day. from BBC News - World https://ift....
‘The doctors came and I had to tell my father he was dying’
Is it always appropriate for relatives to interpret for deaf loved ones? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3etHv3S https://ift.tt/3etH...
Crocodiles turn on humans amid Iran water crisis
The creatures are attacking as their habitats shrink, a grim side-effect of Iran's water shortages. from BBC News - World https://ift....
The African nation aiming to be a hydrogen superpower
Namibia wants to use its abundance of sunshine and wind power to make and export hydrogen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eve952 h...
What a Greek tragedy teaches us about modern migration
A production of Antigone seeks to overturn prejudices about Africans arriving in Sicily. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/318V3i8 htt...
83 movie: Reliving India’s epic cricket triumph
A Bollywood ode to India's 1983 cricket world cup win recreates one of the greatest upsets in sports history. from BBC News - World ht...
Afghanistan: Children in Kabul working for a piece of bread
More and more Afghan children are having to work to support their families, amidst an economic collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift...
India blocks foreign funding for Mother Teresa charity
Hindu hardliners have long accused the Catholic charity of trying to convert people to Christianity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Why I'm proud to be black and Jewish
Black and Jewish journalist Nadine Batchelor-Hunt travels to Israel to meet the Ethiopian community and explore this dual identity. from B...
Fear and loathing in South Africa where foreigners live in danger
Foreigners in South Africa tell photographer Shiraaz Mohamed how they cope with xenophobia and crime. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Scott Marsh: Viral and controversial art of 'Australia's Banksy'
He uses quintessential Australian larrikinism to skewer politicians, climate sceptics and others. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Fx...
How this clip restored one man's dream of being a pilot
The story behind a face mask clip that restored a young man's dream of being a pilot. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FHDBQw ht...
India's unwinnable battle against spitting
The pandemic briefly renewed efforts to curb an infamous Indian habit - spitting in public. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EwyRfc ...
My art channels the pain from Ethiopia's war
US-based Tigrayan artist Gabrielle Tesfaye uses her work to share her feelings over the civil war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e...
Desmond Tutu: Obama joins tributes to South Africa anti-apartheid hero
The former US president praises the churchman who helped end apartheid, after his death aged 90. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qkO...
'A dark day': South Africans remember Tutu
The archbishop, who was a driving force in the anti-apartheid movement, has died aged 90. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Fx5fjd ht...
In pictures: The life of Archbishop Desmond Tutu
The first black archbishop of Cape Town, South Africa, was a much-loved figure around the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32A3...
South Africa's Archbishop Desmond Tutu dies at 90
Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the Nobel Peace prize laureate who helped end apartheid in South Africa, has died aged 90 from BBC News - World h...
Covid: Travel misery continues as 1,500 more flights cancelled
Chinese and US airlines are hardest hit amid a surge in Covid cases in many countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EmJVvy https...
Deadly bombing at restaurant packed for Christmas
Six people have been killed after a suicide bomber targeted a restaurant in eastern DR Congo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33NIU2U...
Myanmar: Charity staff missing after deadly 'army attack'
Save the Children says troops killed 38 people and burned their bodies in eastern Kayah state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yXhaE...
Israeli 'psychic' Uri Geller still baffling fans at 75
Now wowing visitors at his museum, the famous spoon bender recalls his rise from poverty to stardom. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Love story sends TV fans in search of idyllic Alps
Crash Landing On You has been a big hit and now fans are travelling to the filming locations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30X7kG7...
Letter from Africa: Why Kenya's taxman is eyeing social media
Socialites are becoming wary of what they post online in case Kenya's revenue authority comes calling. from BBC News - World https://i...
The Chinese mother backing bigger families
Chen Ting is a mother of three and businesswoman who encourages other women to have more children. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3F...
Why a former oil executive is capping abandoned wells
Around the US, an estimated three million oil wells have been abandoned. They're more dangerous than we think. from BBC News - World h...
Surfer killed in apparent shark attack in California
Beachgoers in Morro Bay area are ordered to stay out of the water after an accident on Christmas Eve. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
In pictures: World celebrates Christmas
For the second year running, fewer people are attending festive events because of the Covid outbreak. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
SA urges halt to Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison cell key auction
Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first black president, spent 18 years in a tiny cell on Robben Island. from BBC News - World https://if...
Climate change: Lapland reindeer gone astray in search for food
Herders are struggling to find thousands of reindeer that have run away in search of food. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3H7YHbl h...
No time for war: Russians see no chance of conflict
With rhetoric becoming harsh and fears of an invasion growing, Muscovites give their views on the crisis. from BBC News - World https://if...
Art: 'People amazed I fold paper for a living, then they see it'
Artist Polly Verity loves the look and feel of paper and has been "lost in its landscape" for years. from BBC News - World https...
French zoo closed temporarily after pack of nine wolves escape
No people were injured during the incident, but the wolf pack was killed due to safety concerns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Et8...
'Let's go, Brandon': Caller pranks Biden at White House event
A father from Oregon uttered a term that is code for an obscenity directed at the president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3stok2d ...
Police stray bullet kills teen in LA store's dressing room
The teenager was in a changing room with her mother trying on dresses for her 15th birthday party. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E...
Murray Head: 'Unsung at home, but a hero in France'
Murray Head is all but forgotten in the UK, but in his adopted home France he ranks among the greats. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Switzerland's wolves get too close for comfort
Alpine villages say the animals have started approaching children and they need to fend them off. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yT...
Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 December 2021
A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yRLYqk https://ift.tt/3yRLYqk...
James Webb Space Telescope: How does it work?
The telescope has been 30 years in the making and is nearly ready to launch, but what makes it so special? from BBC News - World https://i...
Georgia: The rise of the right
LGBT activists cancelled Tbilisi Pride this year after violence from far-right protesters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qppUPS h...
Boston College student's girlfriend pleads guilty over his suicide
Inyoung You was accused of being abusive towards Alexander Urtula, who died in May 2019. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3J7V9aK htt...
Daunte Wright shooting: Key moments in the trial of Kimberly Potter
The trial saw emotional testimonies and dramatic bodycam footage of the fatal shooting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ssyxf9 http...
Daunte Wright death: US 'Taser mixup' ex-officer guilty of manslaughter
The April shooting led to days of demonstrations against police killings of black men. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3JeuQjh https...
Covid: Ecuador makes vaccination mandatory for most citizens
All those from the age of five must be jabbed, although people with medical reasons are exempt. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ekPU...
Joan Didion: US literary icon dies at 87
She was known for chronicling US culture and was a screenwriter for the 1976 film A Star is Born. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Hb...
James Franco: I'll admit, I did sleep with students... and that was wrong
The actor paid $2.2m (£1.6m) after being sued over "sexually-charged behaviour towards female students". from BBC News - World h...
TikTok ousts Google to become favourite online destination
Tiktok.com overtook other US tech giants in 2021, including Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Netflix. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Fqs...
Kentucky tornado: Two babies pulled alive from rubble
Their grandmother tucked them in a bath with a Bible and a blanket before the Kentucky twister hit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Is this the world's largest virtual fashion show?
Asia's biggest metaverse - an intricate world populated by young women shopping for avatar outfits. from BBC News - World https://ift....
How this iconic Manhattan newsstand survived the Covid pandemic
Since 1994, Casa Magazines in New York City has carried almost 3,000 unique magazine titles. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3J6tqr7 ...
Pillar of Shame: Hong Kong's Tiananmen Square statue removed
Workers at the University of Hong Kong dismantle the sculpture commemorating the 1989 massacre. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EimX...
Spain to require masks outdoors amid Covid surge
As the Omicron variant spreads around Europe, countries tighten restrictions to brace for another wave. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Roman-era 'Good Shepherd' ring found off Israel in ancient shipwreck
Israeli archaeologists discover a Roman-era gold ring bearing an early Christian depiction of Jesus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Turkey arrests US diplomat over alleged passport handover
Police say the US man gave the document to a Syrian trying to travel to Germany from Istanbul airport. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Covid Omicron: Variant will push Europe hospitals towards brink, says WHO
The UN health body's Europe head says another storm is coming, as countries brace for a surge in cases. from BBC News - World https://...
Perfectly preserved dinosaur embryo found in China
Researchers say the fossil is at least 66 million years old and was about to hatch just like a chicken. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Kerala school uniform: Why some Muslim groups are protesting
Muslim groups in India's Kerala state protest after a government school allows girls to wear trousers. from BBC News - World https://i...
The Maasai TikTokers wowing Bollywood fans
Tanzanian siblings Kili and Neema Paul lip sync perfectly in Hindi, accruing millions of followers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Saving Kyrgyzstan reindeer from brink of extinction
Kyrgyzstan used to be home to thousands of reindeer but now there are as few as 400 left. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FiqiGk ht...
Hungary's Viktor Orban to defy EU over immigration law
PM Viktor Orban vows to stick by an asylum law the European Union's top court deemed illegal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Fl...
OnlyFans founder is making way for firm's marketing chief
The founder of the content subscription site is stepping aside to focus on new endeavours. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pfOFi8 h...
Is Russia preparing to invade Ukraine? And other questions
What you need to know about Russia's troop build-up along Ukraine's borders. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3IvgKtg https:/...
Malaysia hit by the worst floods in decades
At least 14 people have died and tens of thousands evacuated their homes after torrential rain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EbVd...
Madagascar: Minister 'swims for 12 hours' after helicopter crashes at sea
The Madagascar police minister was part of a team looking for survivors after a boat accident. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yLXEL...
Spain police thwart raffle of Christmas hamper stuffed with drugs
Police have arrested two men allegedly trying to raffle off a "narco-basket" stuffed with drugs. from BBC News - World https://i...
Malaysia: Death toll rises after massive floods
At least 14 are dead and tens of thousands are displaced by one of the worst floods in decades. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FgNP...
Hong Kong election: China rejects democracy concerns from West
The US, Britain and others had criticised the tightly-controlled vote for "eroding democracy". from BBC News - World https://ift...
Saudi entertainment boom raises harassment fears
As festivals become a familiar sight in the kingdom, some women say they do not feel safe to attend. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
The secret lives of Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein
Never-before-seen photos released during her trial shed new light on their private lives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EdLj3C ht...
Abducted Haiti missionaries describe daring escape
The group, including children, navigated by the stars as they trekked through the bush to freedom. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3s...
WHO urges cancelling some holiday events over Omicron fears
"An event cancelled is better than a life cancelled," warns the World Health Organization's head. from BBC News - World http...
Saudi-led coalition forces target Yemeni airport in air strike
Saudi state media claimed that UN aid workers were warned to leave the airport ahead of the strike. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Omicron: South African scientists probe link between variants and untreated HIV
Covid variants may be mutating inside people with suppressed immunity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3miq5Lx https://ift.tt/3miq5L...
Berlusconi seeks comeback role as Italian president
Despite the scandals and a tax fraud conviction, Italy's most colourful ex-PM could be head of state. from BBC News - World https://if...
How Covid deepened America's teacher shortages
Classrooms across the US have been emptied of educators - and the pandemic has made it worse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qgXCqC...
Indian Christians fear attacks or jail over conversions
Christians in Karnataka state say attacks against them have grown ahead of a new anti-conversion law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Covid: An event cancelled is better than a life cancelled - WHO chief
The head of the World Health Organization calls for "difficult decisions" to be made over festive plans. from BBC News - World h...
Elon Musk says he'll be paying $11bn in tax this year
The Tesla founder and world's richest person has been involved in a public spat over his tax bill. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Young pupils allegedly forced to re-enact Holocaust in Washington school
An investigation is underway regarding the alleged incident involving young pupils in Washington DC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Leftist Gabriel Boric wins Chile presidential election
His far-right rival José Antonio Kast conceded defeat less than 90 minutes after polls closed on Sunday. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Il Divo singer Carlos Marin dies aged 53
The Spanish singer is remembered by other members of the group for his unique voice and spirit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Eicv...
Iran execution of Heidar Ghorbani sparks rare anti-government protest
The death sentence handed to Kurdish man Heidar Ghorbani was viewed by rights groups as political. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3G...
Senator Joe Manchin threatens to sink signature Biden bill
Democrat Joe Manchin throws the Build Back Better Act into jeopardy, saying he will not vote for it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Covid: Christmas travel will fuel spread of Omicron, US expert warns
The US infectious disease expert says the Covid-19 variant will spread - even among the vaccinated. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Liz Truss replaces Lord Frost in post-Brexit talks
The foreign secretary will become the UK's lead negotiator with the EU over the Northern Ireland Protocol. from BBC News - World https...
Drakeo the Ruler dies after stabbing at LA music festival
The 28-year-old was stabbed during an altercation backstage at a Los Angeles music festival. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q8o6dV ...
BBC Bitcoin mining report used in crypto-scam
The BBC’s Silicon Valley correspondent investigates how his report was used to steal life savings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E...
Chileans divided ahead of presidential run-off
The election, set to be the most polarised in decades, pits a far-right candidate against a leftist. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Migrant crossings: More than 900 cross Channel in two days
Nearly 28,000 people have now crossed from France to England in small boats this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E73F6k https...
UK troops will not be deployed to Ukraine to defend against Russia
Britain's defence secretary says this is because Ukraine is not a member of the Nato military alliance. from BBC News - World https://...
Sports Personality 2021: Simone Biles honoured with Lifetime Achievement award
American gymnast Simone Biles has been honoured with BBC Sports Personality of the Year's Lifetime Achievement award. from BBC News - ...
Covid: Dutch go into Christmas lockdown over Omicron wave
Non-essential shops, schools, bars, restaurants and other public venues will be closed until at least mid-January. from BBC News - World h...
Covid-19: Omicron spreading at lightning speed - French PM
Restrictions are being tightened across Europe as countries battle a new wave of Covid-19 infections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
India and Pakistan: The students in jail for praising the wrong cricket team
An Indian student's family calls for his release after he was arrested for celebrating Pakistan's victory. from BBC News - World h...
Sir Rod Stewart pleads guilty to battery over Florida hotel 'punch'
The singer and his son clashed with a Florida hotel guard who refused them entry to a party. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3IZsWTz ...
Theranos trial: Jury to decide fate of Elizabeth Holmes
The prosecution says she ran a "house of cards"; the defence liken her to a brave captain of a sinking ship. from BBC News - Wor...
Lagos party plans threatened by Nigeria Covid passports
Nigeria was briefly put on the UK's travel red list but most people are indifferent to coronavirus. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Russia-Ukraine: Can a solution be found for war in Ukraine's east?
The West fears a Russian invasion so hopes of a peaceful solution to the conflict look slim. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e2JcFe ...
Afghanistan to Wisconsin: Refugees dream of home
Some of the 13,000 Afghan refugees living at a US military base in Wisconsin reflect on new lives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q...
Caroline and Martine: Picture book heroines who fought for French hearts
For nearly 70 years, Caroline and Martine have been rivals for the hearts of French schoolchildren. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Week in pictures: 11-17 December 2021
A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E0VzvS https://ift.tt/3E0V...
Ros Atkins on… What 2021 taught us about Covid
A look back at how the pandemic evolved throughout 2021, and what we've learned from it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e0zYJp ...
Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Maxwell won't testify as defence rests case
The defence struggled to produce witnesses on Friday and only nine out of a proposed 35 testified. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y...
Gardener Omar Raddad wins fight to re-open notorious murder case
A Moroccan gardener convicted of the notorious killing of a French heiress is fighting to clear his name. from BBC News - World https://if...
Kim Potter: 'Taser mix-up' ex-officer weeps in manslaughter testimony
Kim Potter testified at her manslaughter trial about the "chaotic" fatal shooting of Daunte Wright. from BBC News - World https:...
TikTok says US school shooting threats not credible
Security around some US schools is stepped up in response to supposed violent threats going viral. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y...
Son's tribute to 'bawdy, fertile matriarch' goes viral
A son's colourful tribute to his mother, Renay Mandel Corren, has been shared widely on social media. from BBC News - World https://if...
Anti-5G necklaces found to be radioactive
Conspiracy theories about 5G have fuelled a market for "anti-5G" accessories. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e3Rcpa http...
US panel recommends J&J shots be sidelined after clot deaths
Nine people have died from extremely rare side effects linked to Johnson & Johnson's jab. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/324...
Millipede with more legs than any known animal discovered in Australia
The millipede, discovered in Australia, has more than 1,300 legs and is believed to live on fungi. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3p...
Philippines typhoon Rai: Month-old baby rescued in a tub
Thousands have been evacuated as the storm brought 165km/h (103 mph) winds and heavy rain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yCdFDw h...
Chris Noth: Two women accuse Sex And The City actor of sexual assault
The Sex And The City actor denies assaulting the women in 2004 and 2015. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e0sXII https://ift.tt/3e0s...
RAF Typhoon jet shoots down 'small hostile drone' in Syria
It is the first time the RAF has shot down enemy aircraft since the Falklands nearly 40 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y...
Haiti kidnappers release remaining missionaries
The missionaries from the US and Canada were abducted in mid-October by a powerful crime gang. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q5bG6...
Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Defence attorneys begin arguments
A spokesperson for Ms Maxwell said on Wednesday she is "too fragile" to testify in her own defence. from BBC News - World https:...
Usain Bolt: Mario Kart helped me become Olympic champion
Usain Bolt's been talking to BBC Sounds podcast Press X to Continue from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30ubepM https://ift.tt/30ube...
Inside the fight for Bangladesh's independence
The author of the Bangladesh constitution on working with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ytLwhR https://ift....
The teenagers and the nun trying to stop an Australian coal mine
Eight teenagers won a milestone environmental court case in Australia, but the result was appealed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
New UK cases record as experts warn worse to come
Prof Chris Whitty says Omicron is moving at a phenomenal pace, after 78,610 people test positive in a day. from BBC News - World https://i...
Logic's 1-800-273-8255 led to call surge to suicide line, study suggests
Researchers found that the rapper's 1-800-273-8255 increased calls to the helpline it was named after. from BBC News - World https://i...
bell hooks; Author and feminist dies aged 69
Her niece confirmed the writer died on Wednesday "surrounded by her family and friends". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31...
Paris' largest taxi firm suspends Tesla Model 3 cars after fatal crash
One person died and 20 were injured after a cab driver lost control of their car over the weekend. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3D...
Southern right whales: Tracking unexpected Southern Ocean migrations
New Zealand scientists have used satellite tags to follow whales around the Southern Ocean. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E7syPn ...
Billie Eilish says porn exposure while young caused nightmares
The singer-songwriter spoke about how "abusive" pornography skewed her early sexual experiences. from BBC News - World https://i...
Covid: Omicron probably in most countries, WHO says
The heavily mutated coronavirus variant is spreading at an unprecedented rate, the WHO's head warns. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Kentucky tornadoes: I spent my 40th birthday trapped under rubble
Kyanna Parsons-Perez never imagined that her 40th birthday would be spent pinned to the floor of the Mayfield candle factory. from BBC New...
Malta becomes first EU nation to legalise cannabis
The landmark move is expected to be followed by more European countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30ujJBk https://ift.tt/30uj...
Phillip Adams: Ex-NFL player who shot six dead had CTE brain disease
US footballer Phillip Adams' brain showed evidence of damage linked to repeated head trauma. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dPz...
Russia told to pay compensation to woman whose hands were cut off
Europe's top human rights court says authorities failed to protect her against domestic violence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Channel tragedy: French authorities identify 26 victims
Sixteen Kurdish people, including two friends from Iraq, were among those who perished last month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3D...
Toronto police release video of 'suspect' in billionaires' 2017 murders
Barry and Honey Sherman were found dead at home four years ago, but police have made no arrests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dQn...
Sex and cancer: 'I was ashamed to ask for help'
Cait didn't know why it hurt to masturbate after her treatment - and didn't know who to ask. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
How much does the diplomatic boycott of Beijing 2022 matter?
The Winter Olympics have been hit by a flurry of protests from governments in the West. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dQ27my http...
Larry Nassar abuse survivors to receive $380m settlement
Hundreds of women abused by the ex-US gymnastics team doctor reach a settlement with USA Gymnastics. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Harry Dunn crash: Anne Sacoolas case to go before UK court
Magistrates in London will hear the case concerning the death of motorcyclist Harry Dunn. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dKGDHx ht...
Canada apologises for 'scourge' of military sexual misconduct
Eleven of Canada's top brass have been removed from their posts in connection with sexual misconduct. from BBC News - World https://if...
Koffi Olomidé cleared of rape but convicted of holding dancers
A French court clears Koffi Olomidé of rape but convicts him of holding four dancers against their will. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Kim Kardashian passes California 'baby bar' law exam
The reality TV star and businesswoman says "don't ever give up" after passing on her fourth attempt. from BBC News - World h...
France resists US challenge to its values
The government is fighting back at what it sees as imported cultural ideas from the UK and US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30pJJh...
Omicron: India aims to avoid 'pandemic roulette'
A virology institute boss says India will see a third wave "depending on how warmly we invite it". from BBC News - World https:/...
Indian police 'foil man's attempt to fake death'
Officers say he murdered another man to try to fake his own death to avoid being returned to prison. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Kentucky tornadoes: 100 year-old-church destroyed in seconds
Nomia Iqbal reports from the ruins of the Mayfield First United Methodist Church in Kentucky. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lXRjXT...
Verstappen wins F1 world title, Mercedes protest
Red Bull's Max Verstappen wins his first Formula 1 world title in dramatic circumstances at the season finale in Abu Dhabi. from BBC N...
Indian PM Modi's Twitter hacked with bitcoin tweet
The Indian prime minister's account had a message stating that bitcoin would be distributed to citizens. from BBC News - World https:/...
Reckya Madougou: Opposition leader jailing damages Benin democracy - lawyer
Reckya Madougou becomes the second opposition figure to be convicted in Benin in less than a week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3G...
Russia Ukraine: Massive consequences if Moscow invades, G7 says
Moscow is amassing troops on Ukraine's border, but President Putin insists they pose no threat. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Anne Rice, author of Interview with the Vampire, dies aged 80
The American author was best known for her 1976 gothic novel Interview with the Vampire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rYyjMB htt...
Italian church apologises after bishop tells children 'Santa does not exist'
The bishop in Sicily told children Santa's red costume had been created by Coca-Cola, Italian media say. from BBC News - World https:/...
Your pictures on the theme of 'misty mornings'
A selection of striking images from our readers around the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30gApfk https://ift.tt/30gApfk
Kentucky hit by 'worst ever tornadoes'
More than 70 people died in Kentucky in Friday night's storms, including dozens in a candle factory, and the death toll is expected to r...
ICYMI: Scuba-diving Santa and other festive moments
Why has Father Christmas swapped his sleigh for diving gear and skis this week? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oUvzhD https://ift....
Biden: US will do whatever is needed to help Tornado victims
US president Joe Biden speaks to the country after states have been hit by deadly tornadoes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oJmUym ...
Kentucky tornadoes: Biden reaches out to affected US states
He promises the government will do all it can to help, as the death toll is expected to pass 100. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pM...
Alan Shepard: Bezos space company sends first US astronaut's daughter to space
Laura Shepard Churchley's father, Alan, became the first American in space in 1961. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ISSj9J http...
Albert Benaiges: Ex-Barcelona academy chief faces sex abuse claims
The allegations against Albert Benaiges date back to his time as a teacher in the 1980s and 90s. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ETY...
US Olympic boycott: Uyghurs and Hong Kongers react
Protesters at the US Capitol welcomed the diplomatic boycott of the Beijing games, but say more is needed. from BBC News - World https://i...
Kashmir killings: The families still waiting for bodies of loved ones
Relatives of people killed by security forces during encounters say they have little hope of justice. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Ghislaine Maxwell prosecutors rest their case
Prosecutors have said Ms Maxwell ran "a pyramid scheme of abuse" with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. from BBC News - World https://...
Mexico truck crash: Officials working to identify over 50 victims
More than 50 people. thought to be migrants from Central America, were killed in the crash. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ynZGB6 ...
Indonesia volcano: Volunteers struggle to recover the dead, metres deep in ash and mud
The effort to recover bodies is continuing in Indonesia, after the eruption of Mount Semeru last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Mexico truck crash: 'There are so many dead'
At least 54 people have been killed, and scores more injured, after a truck rolled in southern Mexico. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Nobel Peace Prize: Maria Ressa attacks social media 'toxic sludge'
Philippine journalist Maria Ressa accuses internet sites of using a "God-like power" to sow division. from BBC News - World http...
The Monkees star Michael Nesmith dies at 78
With the group, the singer and guitarist had a string of hits and starred in a TV sitcom in the 1960s. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Mothers reborn: The surprising benefits of lifelike dolls
Reborn dolls are hyper-realistic dummies, and for some women, they serve a deeper purpose. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EGX43j h...
New York’s Met museum to remove Sackler name from exhibits
The Sackler family founded Purdue Pharma, which manufactured opioids linked to the deaths of thousands. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Astroworld: Travis Scott says he was unaware fans were hurt
The US rapper says he only discovered the impact of a deadly crowd surge after the festival in Texas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
US-led coalition against IS ends combat mission in Iraq
Troops will remain to "advise, assist and enable" Iraqi security forces to stop a resurgence of IS. from BBC News - World https:...
How a Russian invasion of Ukraine could spill over into Europe
A senior Western intel official warns war would have far-reaching consequences on the continent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30aR...
Kenya police recruits brag: 'We are the bad ones'
A video of Kenyan police recruits acting in an intimidating fashion is widely condemned. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Iydrlb htt...
Tiger Woods will make his return at PNC Championship alongside son Charlie
Tiger Woods will make his comeback playing alongside son Charlie at the PNC Championship in Florida next week. from BBC News - World https...
Russia Ukraine: Sending US troops not on table - Biden
The US president says a Western response to a Russian invasion would not include boots on the ground. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
UK and Canada join diplomatic boycott of China Winter Olympics
The two nations say their diplomats will not attend the games, citing Chinese human rights abuses. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31...
Robert E Lee: Confederate general statue to be turned into art
The statue was at the centre of a white nationalist rally in 2017, which led to the death of a woman. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Jamal Khashoggi: France releases Saudi man held over journalist's murder
A man with the same name as a suspect in the killing was arrested at a Paris airport on Tuesday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3IoP...
Capitol riot: Lawmakers to hold ex-Trump chief of staff in contempt
Donald Trump has urged his former aides to refuse cooperation with the 6 January House panel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3IsK5ox...
Google sues alleged Russian cyber criminals
Hackers behind a malicious "botnet" may have used their network to infect over a million computers. from BBC News - World https:...
Bitcoin 'founder' to keep 1m Bitcoin cache
A jury decided Craig Wright, who says he created the cryptocurrency, can retain bitcoin worth billions of dollars. from BBC News - World h...
Chile same-sex marriage: Law overwhelmingly approved by parliament
A law allowing same-sex marriage is approved in the historically Catholic Latin American country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Du...
Amazon services down for thousands of users
Customers of the e-commerce giant report problems with shopping services, Prime Video and Alexa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y32...
2022 Beijing Winter Olympics: China criticises US diplomatic boycott
China angrily denounces a US plan not to send diplomats to the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3doeZ...
Afghanistan: Foreign Office chaotic during Kabul evacuation - whistleblower
Thousands of pleas for help went unread and the foreign secretary lacked urgency, an ex-official says. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Peter Foster: Australian conman caught after six-month manhunt
Peter Foster was declared a fugitive six months ago after allegedly skipping bail on fraud charges. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Western leaders urge Russia to lower Ukraine tensions
The US and its European allies urge Moscow to de-escalate, amid fears it could invade Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DHYed...
Emmett Till: US closes investigation without charges
The justice department says there is "insufficient evidence" to back a writer's claim a witness lied. from BBC News - World ...
Rohingya sue Facebook for £150bn over Myanmar hate speech
The social media giant is accused of fuelling violence against the persecuted minority in Myanmar. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3I...
Hong Kong Covid: The Cathay pilots stuck in 'perpetual quarantine'
One Cathay Pacific pilot said he had spent almost 150 days in quarantine this year alone. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Ionk4R ht...
Amalia: The heir to the Dutch throne keeps it normal at 18
Princess Amalia had an ordinary childhood and wants her life to continue that way. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31DK8wt https://i...
David Gulpilil: Profound legacy of a trailblazing Aboriginal actor
A trailblazing figure with a 50-year career, he helped vastly improve cultural representations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y4gG...
'I had to move across America when I became allergic to the sun'
After experiencing an unusual allergic reaction, Carrie moves across America to escape the sun. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ExFA...
Helping trans people escape death in their home countries
Iman Le Caire made it her mission to help other trans people flee persecution in hostile countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
'I want Afghan women to be free to wear colour'
Fashion icon Halima Aden and Afghan tutor Aliya Kazimy write to each other about the importance of choice. from BBC News - World https://i...
Juan Jose Florian: Colombia's Para-cycling 'superhero' and his dramatic life story
Juan Jose Florian was forced into armed conflict on the opposite side to family. When a bomb nearly killed him, sport helped heal. from BB...
Jussie Smollett testifies at trial: 'There was no hoax'
Jussie Smollett says a "massive" man in a ski mask attacked him after shouting slurs in Chicago. from BBC News - World https://i...
Rebel Wilson on weight loss: I know what it’s like to be invisible
The actress, producer and director opens up about her weight loss, in an exclusive BBC interview. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xZ...
Mahbouba Seraj: Afghanistan is a country in trouble
Mahbouba Seraj is a prominent Afghan women’s rights activist. She has a personal message for the Taliban. from BBC News - World https://if...
Ghislaine Maxwell 'gave schoolgirl outfit to Epstein victim'
An accuser says the socialite suggested she dress up to serve tea to paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Gk7...
Indonesia volcano: 'The volcano destroyed our houses - we need help'
Watch this video to see how two survivors' lives have been impacted by Mt Semeru's eruption in Indonesia. from BBC News - World ht...
US boss fires 900 employees over Zoom
"Last time I did this I cried," said the head of the online mortgage lender laying off 15% of his staff. from BBC News - World h...
US diplomats to boycott 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics
The White House says no US diplomats will attend the games in China, over human rights concerns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3op8...
Amid shortage, Canada taps into emergency maple syrup reserves
The Canadian province of Quebec produces 70% of the world's maple syrup supply. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3duKOHa https://...
Omicron: Why is Nigeria on the travel red list?
The UK has placed travel restrictions on arrivals from Nigeria and several other African countries - are they fair? from BBC News - World ...
Sylvester Oromoni: Nigerians demand justice over Dowen College death
The father of Sylvester Oromoni, 12, believes he was attacked for refusing to join a “cult group”. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z...
Covid-19: Italy tightens restrictions for unvaccinated
A so-called Super Green Pass will be needed to access theatres, cinemas and restaurants. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Iiai9b htt...
Far-right target critics with Twitter's new media policy
Far-right activists are using Twitter's new media policy to target anti-extremism researchers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d...
Covid: UK red list criticised as 'travel apartheid' by Nigeria
Nigeria - which was added to the red list on Monday - describes the restrictions as "selective". from BBC News - World https://i...
Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler pick up Kennedy Center Honors
The legendary Canadian singer makes a rare public appearance at a ceremony hosted by Joe Biden. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3IqeM...
Eric Zemmour: Far-right French presidential candidate grabbed at rally
A man grabs Eric Zemmour by the neck at the far-right presidential candidate's first rally. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rEUv...
Aung San Suu Kyi: Myanmar court sentences ousted leader to four years jail
This is the first verdict delivered for the ex-leader, who faces a total of 11 charges. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xWLeQ8 http...
FARC: Colombian rebel commander 'El Paisa' killed in Venezuela
The feared ex-Farc commander had become notorious for his bloody guerrilla attacks and kidnappings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Pakistan: Brutal mob killing of Sri Lankan sparks protests
More than 100 have been arrested over the lynching of a Sri Lankan man accused of insulting Islam. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3I...
Dalio: Comments on China's human rights misunderstood
Last month, JP Morgan's Jamie Dimon apologised for comments he made about the Chinese Communist Party. from BBC News - World https://i...
Tennis governing body to keep playing in China
The ITF says it has not followed the WTA in suspending tournaments in China because it "does not want to punish a billion people"....
Thomas Massie: US Congressman condemned for Christmas guns photo
The image shows Thomas Massie and his family holding firearms days after a deadly school shooting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3l...
Climate change: Is ‘blue hydrogen’ Japan’s answer to coal?
The Fukushima disaster turned Japan away from nuclear. A new energy source may help it quit coal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xY...
Putin in India: What Russian president's visit means for world politics
Russia and India ties are facing challenges from fast-changing geopolitics in Asia and beyond. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32S0pi...
The tech helping shops - and Santa - deliver this Christmas
A number of tech solutions are out there to help retailers optimise sending out our presents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lEEUIi...
Covid in Uganda: The man whose children may never return to school
The 20-month school closure in Uganda could have a long-term impact on many lives there. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rSS5cD htt...
The Palestinian jailbreak that rocked Israel
The search for six Palestinian fugitives from an Israeli prison unearths a story of dispossession, violence and bitter division in a fractur...
James Webb Space Telescope scientist: 'It's the future of astrophysics'
The James Webb Space Telescope is expected to be 100 times more powerful than the Hubble. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DsLCHp ht...
How Lebanon's economic problems could leave Sara blind
Lebanon stopped has stopped subsidising many medical expenses, which leaves poorer patients in danger. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Gambia elections: Adama Barrow declared presidential election winner
The electoral commission names Adama Barrow the winner despite his opponents questioning the vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E...
Bob Dole: Biden leads tributes to a 'dear friend'
Tributes have been paid across the US political divide to the late Republican leader Bob Dole. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xYWIm...
Indonesia volcano: Villages buried under hot ash
Rescuers are searching for survivors after Mt Semeru erupted in eastern Java on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rCDfqd ht...
Trump social media firm says it has raised $1bn
The former US president is working to launch a social media app called Truth Social early next year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Veteran Republican leader Bob Dole dies
Long-serving senator, who recovered from terrible injuries to run for president, dies at 98 from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Dq40AD ...
Military truck rams into group of Myanmar protesters in Yangon
Several people have been injured during a demonstration against the country's military rulers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3I...
French climber handed Mont Blanc gems after 2013 find
The stones are believed to be from an Air India plane which crashed into the mountain in 1966. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3IjA1O...
Pope condemns treatment of migrants in Europe
Visiting a camp in Greece, Francis calls the neglect of migrants the "shipwreck of civilisation". from BBC News - World https://...
India Nagaland: Security forces kill 13 civilians amid ambush blunder
Home Minister Amit Shah expresses "anguish" after troops fire on miners in the country's north-east. from BBC News - World h...
Afghanistan: Taliban warned against targeting former security forces
US and allies "deeply concerned" about human rights abuses against former Afghan security forces. from BBC News - World https://...
Why France faces so much anger in West Africa
Despite engaging better with the African continent recently, the ex-colonial power faces a backlash. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Pacific Ocean garbage patch is immense plastic habitat
Researchers discover coastal species living on debris miles from their natural surroundings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3onUSrV ...
Mandatory vaccinations: Three reasons for and against
Blanket vaccination mandates are on the agenda but do they work and what are their costs? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Dnynru ht...
Chris Cuomo: CNN fires presenter over help he gave politician brother
The star TV presenter is sacked over efforts to help his brother fight off sexual harassment claims. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
South Africa: The rape survivor who convicts rapists
Rape survivor Sgt Catherine Tladi has secured several convictions for rape in South Africa's courts. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Biden and Putin to hold call amid Ukraine invasion fears
The US and Russian leaders will discuss Ukraine amid mounting concerns about a possible Russian invasion. from BBC News - World https://if...
Bus carrying choir members plunges into Kenya river
At least 23 die as a bus taking a church choir group to a wedding plunges into a flooded river. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EwaQ...
Michigan school shooting: Suspect's parents deny involuntary manslaughter
Bail is set at $1m for the couple arrested in Detroit after failing to attend court on Friday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3InwnT...
Belgian zoo hippos test positive for Covid
Officials at Antwerp zoo do not know how the pair - now in quarantine - caught the virus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3GaMGRS ht...
Gambia elections: Ex-President Yahya Jammeh's shadow looms over poll
Exiled leader Yahya Jammeh - who ruled the country for 22 years - is a key figure in the poll. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31owH3...
Eitan Biran: Cable car survivor returned to Italy after custody battle
Eitan Biran, the sole survivor of a cable car crash, is now in Italy after a custody battle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Dp1NWa ...
Afghanistan: Macron reveals plans for joint European mission
The French president says a number of European nations are working on a joint diplomatic mission. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Dn...
ICYMI: Jumping into an active volcano, and other ways to spend the festive season
Jumping into an active volcano is just one way to spend the festive season, in news you may have missed this week. from BBC News - World h...
Indonesia volcano: Residents flee as Mt Semeru spews huge ash cloud
Airlines have been warned about a plume of ash rising 15,000m from Mt Semeru in Java. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pnvLVz https:...
Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Key moments from the first week
The socialite is accused of grooming girls for abuse by late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lUpqQD h...
Russia Ukraine: Biden warns Russia against Ukraine 'red lines'
Intelligence officials fear Russia could invade Ukraine as soon as early 2022, US media reports. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DoB...
Michigan school shooting: Reward offered to find suspect's parents
US Marshals say the Michigan couple's son killed four students with the father's handgun. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Do...
Mali: Dozens of civilians killed after militants attack bus
More than 30 people are killed after gunmen attack a bus travelling to a market. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DriZu2 https://ift...
MH370: Could missing Malaysian Airlines plane finally be found?
A British engineer believes he may help solve one of the world's greatest aviation mysteries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pp...
Bolsonaro: Brazilian Supreme Court opens investigation into vaccine comments
Brazil's president will face a Supreme Court inquiry for his falsehood about Covid-19 jabs and Aids. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Ready for power: Team Scholz promises a new Germany
Next week will see a handover of power from the Merkel era and this is what to expect. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lydiEs https...
Rare turtle washes up 4,000 miles from home
Tally the Turtle is recovering in a UK zoo awaiting a flight back to the warm waters of Mexico. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lTET...
Why Ugandan troops have entered DR Congo - again
Previous incursions have led to accusations of looting and abuse, so will it be different this time? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Saudi Arabia Grand Prix: A race for equal rights
As F1 races in Saudi Arabia, can it be a positive thing for female and LGBT rights? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3IfgZsu https://...
Parag Agrawal: Why Indian-born CEOs dominate Silicon Valley
Parag Agrawal, Twitter's new CEO, is the latest of several Indian-Americans leading global tech firms. from BBC News - World https://i...
Ros Atkins on… America’s abortion divide
How abortion rights in the US look likely to be changed by a conservative majority Supreme Court. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oj...
Covid-19: Ireland closes nightclubs and tightens Covid rules
Taoiseach Micheál Martin announces a number of new restrictions in a televised address. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pmtHgA http...
Michigan school shooting: Parents of gunman charged with manslaughter
Authorities say the suspect killed four students and injured seven people with his dad's handgun. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Ethiopia closes schools to boost civil war effort
The government wants secondary school students to harvest crops to help frontline fighters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3GdyQ10 ...
Lamine Diack: Disgraced athletics boss dies in Senegal
The disgraced former head of world athletics governing body Lamine Diack dies in Senegal aged 88. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Dk...
Omicron: India reports first cases of new Covid variant
Health officials say the two patients with the new strain have shown mild symptoms. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3IfRiYU https://...
US government shutdown averted hours before deadline
The US Congress passes a bill to fund federal agencies until 18 February, avoiding a costly shutdown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Alec Baldwin admits career could be over after fatal shooting
But the 63-year-old US actor says he did not pull the trigger on the set of the Rust film in October. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
The 'kind heart' who gave an Afghan family a new home
An interpreter who had to flee Afghanistan is given a new home by a woman who was moved by his plight. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Biden blasted for reviving Trump's Remain in Mexico policy
Activists warn restoring 'Remain in Mexico' at the border will result in "torture, rape, and death". from BBC News - Wor...
China app giant Didi plans US stock market exit in move to Hong Kong
The move comes after the company came under intense scrutiny from regulators in the US and China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Dl...
Ride hailing app Grab falls in $40bn market debut
Shares start trading in ride-hailing firm Grab which has used a shell company for its flotation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ruK...
Laverne & Shirley star Eddie Mekka dies aged 69
The US actor is best known for playing Carmine Ragusa in the 1970s-80s Laverne & Shirley TV sitcom. from BBC News - World https://ift....
The Indian granny who became literate at 104
Kuttiyamma, from the southern Indian state of Kerala, aced a government test that measures literacy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
NunTok: How religion is booming on TikTok and Instagram
Nuns, imams and Buddhist monks are among those sharing successful - and often fun - short-form videos on social media. from BBC News - Wor...
Boxing Day: Festive film debut for Little Mix's Leigh-Anne Pinnock
Boxing Day, the first British Christmas rom-com led by an all-black cast, is released Friday 3 December. from BBC News - World https://ift...
How to spot the software that could be spying on you
Software used to spy on someone via their phone is a growing threat and common in domestic abuse cases. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Why Turkey's currency crash does not worry Erdogan
Turkey's national currency has plummeted 45% against the dollar this year from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lxbVpD https://ift.tt...
Broome: Diving the remnants of a WW2 attack on Australia
A WW2 air raid on Broome killed scores of people - historians say it should be better remembered. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lu...
Africa's week in pictures: 26 November - 2 December 2021
A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xQcXlJ https://ift.tt/3xQcXlJ...
Will Meghan's big win change public opinion?
The Duchess of Sussex has won her court case over privacy, but interest in her is not going to go away. from BBC News - World https://ift....
The drought ravaging East African wildlife and livestock
At least 26m people are struggling for food across northern Kenya, Somalia and southern Ethiopia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Em...
Germany: Angela Merkel's military farewell features punk singer's hit
A ceremony has been held for the German chancellor, who is due to step down after 16 years in office. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Omicron: Biden unveils new Covid-19 winter measures
Public health officials in Minnesota have just reported a second US case of the Omicron variant. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Dmt...
How do you say 'Omicron'?
Omicron is the 13th variant of the Covid-19 virus to receive a Greek name but the pronunciation is up for debate. from BBC News - World ht...
Elle to stop promoting the use of animal fur in its magazines
It is the first major fashion publication to make the pledge, citing its support for animal rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Ghislaine Maxwell: Defence lawyers seek to discredit key accuser
Ghislaine Maxwell's defence team try to poke holes in an alleged victim's testimony at her trial. from BBC News - World https://if...
Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla: My wife's vaccine death is fake news
In an exclusive interview, Albert Bourla hits out at the "rubbish" that has been published about him. from BBC News - World http...
Curious leopard enters classroom in India
The five-year-old leopard attacked a student before it was captured in the northern city of Aligarh. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Home Alone house available to book on Airbnb
The home from the 1990 Christmas classic starring Macaulay Culkin will be available for one night only. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Pfizer boss: Annual Covid jabs for years to come
In an exclusive interview, Dr Albert Bourla says jabs have saved millions of lives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ph0XWw https://...
Queensland Floods: Second death recorded as crisis continues
The southern part of Queensland has seen widespread rain and flooding. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pgXHu9 https://ift.tt/3pgXHu...
Facebook uncovers Chinese network behind fake expert
It deleted 500 accounts which amplified claims that the US was meddling in the Covid origins search. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Alan Tudge: Australia minister stood aside over 'abusive' affair allegations
Mr Tudge's ex-staffer said she had experienced bullying during their consensual affair in 2017. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Disney elects woman as chairman for first time in 98-year history
Susan Arnold, who has been a board member for 14 years, will succeed Bob Iger at the end of the year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Biden puts faith in Santa Claus amid supply chain problems
The US president says only Father Christmas can ensure every gift is delivered amid supply chain woes. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Canadian MPs vote to ban LGBT 'conversion therapy'
MPs cross the aisle to shake hands with and even hug their counterparts as the bill is passed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d9fL3...
Argentina ex-President Mauricio Macri charged in sub families spying case
Mauricio Macri denies ordering the spying on relatives of the victims of a 2017 submarine disaster. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
When Jesus is used to steal from his flock
William Neil "Doc" Gallagher used Christian radio to defraud religious pensioners out of millions. from BBC News - World https:/...
Venezuela's hospital 'hell'
The healthcare system lacks equipment, buildings are crumbling and many healthcare workers have left in search of better lives. from BBC N...
‘It’s like hell in here’: The struggle to save Afghanistan's starving babies
Doctors in Afghanistan’s crisis-hit hospitals are caring for their patients in almost impossible conditions. from BBC News - World https:/...
Would you give 10% of your salary to charity?
A growing number of people are deciding to give up a substantial chunk of their wages. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DfG3Mm https...
'No middle ground': Chile voters face tough choice as run-off looms
Voters speak of the divisions as an ultra-conservative and a left-winger battle it out. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oalcFU http...
Epstein accuser: Ghislaine Maxwell is a 'master manipulator'
The BBC spoke to Teresa Helm, who accused Epstein of sexually assaulting her at the age of 22. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Icw5P...
Michigan school shooting: Suspect, 15, charged as an adult
Ethan Crumbley, 15, allegedly killed four students and injured seven others on Tuesday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pjBYSj http...
WTA suspends China tournaments over Peng Shuai
The WTA announces the immediate suspension of all tournaments in China amid concern for Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai. from BBC News - ...
Austria: Doctor fined for amputating wrong leg of patient
The patient's right leg was removed instead of his left, with the mistake discovered two days later. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Covid Omicron: Time to consider mandatory jabs, EU chief says
EU countries should discuss forced vaccinations to combat the Omicron strain, says Ursula von der Leyen. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Michigan school shooting: Worst kind of tragedy, says sheriff
Watch the Oakland County sheriff give details of the shooting, where three pupils were killed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DbGs2...
Air quality: Delhi records worst November air in years
Residents of the Indian capital didn't breathe "good" air even for one day in November, official data says. from BBC News - ...
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