GLOBAL MEDIA

The festival's People's Choice Award is regarded as an indicator of future success at the Oscars. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZOY52QT

China Covid: Quarantine bus crash kills 27 and injures 20

The bus overturns on the way to an isolation facility, causing anger over China's zero-Covid policy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pFAcsBl

Lady Gaga forced to stop show amid lightning storm

The star was performing the last night of her Chromatica Ball tour in Miami when a storm descended. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wdszhg3

Putin failing on all his strategic military objectives, says defence chief

The Russian leader wanted to subjugate Ukraine "but that won't happen", says the UK chief of defence staff. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Uq1GDBH

Paul Pogba: Juventus midfielder's brother Mathias charged over alleged extortion plot

The brother of Juventus and France midfielder Paul Pogba is being charged and detained over an alleged plot to extort money from the former Manchester United player. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VRG19hi

'They need to apologise': Africans on the UK monarchy

Young people tell the BBC they want an apology from the British Royal Family for colonisation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oKZatr0

Haiti riots: Calls for calm after days of anti-government violence and looting

Protests rage after an end to government subsidies sends fuel prices soaring. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ezpDV8F

Mahsa Amini: Women take headscarves off in protest at funeral

Police fire tear gas after Mahsa Amini's funeral as mourners chant anti-government slogans. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qtBsL5J

French cycling flew men in business class and women in economy

The French Cycling Federation defends its decision to fly its men to the Cycling World Championships in Australia in business class while the women travelled in economy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wOX1AjP

What now for America's fascination with the royals?

The Queen's passing is driving debates over the legacy of colonialism and the British Empire in North America. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NETv7Qe

French footballer arrested over attack on teammate

Ex-Paris St-Germain player Aminata Diallo is re-arrested as police investigate an attack on a fellow player last year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xSaLkEc

Colourful songbirds could be traded to extinction

The wild bird trade is set to make tropical forests "drab", a study shows. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/i01VWUn

Fury in Iran as young woman dies following morality police arrest

Mahsa Amini, 22, died days after her arrest for allegedly not complying with rules on head coverings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QsO9zuw

Eritrea's mass mobilisation as Ethiopia tensions rise

Men are being forced to join the army, which has been aiding neighbouring Ethiopia fight rebel forces. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/52XUl6O

Aerial footage shows aftermath of deadly flash floods in Italy

Emergency services have been rescuing people in the Marche Region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RNofwF

China fire: Skyscraper engulfed in massive flames

Officials in the city of Changsha say the fire has been extinguished and reported no casualties so far. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6Er5B4x

Chrissy Teigen says she has come to realise she had an abortion, not a miscarriage

Model Chrissy Teigen has recently come to terms with the fact that losing a baby wasn't a miscarriage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XTpfhFc

Lakhimpur: India family shattered by rape and murder of Dalit sisters

Two days after the rape and murder of two sisters in India, the family speak to the BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IJUwAck

Cardi B: Rapper pleads guilty to strip club assault charges

The US star is sentenced to 15 days community service over a fight in a New York strip club in 2018. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mEYxRsv

William Ruto: New Kenya president’s bold move to scrap subsidies

In his first major speech, William Ruto takes the politically risky move of ending a petrol subsidy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9MYLHDV

First US rail strike in 30 years averted with tentative deal - Biden

A strike would have impacted millions and cost the economy an estimated $2bn (£1.7bn) a day. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WaIDhfu

Ukraine war: Who is winning?

Ukrainian forces have made rapid advances, but Russia still holds 20% of the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nE4QZyL

Sweden election: How a neo-Nazi movement became kingmakers

A long-time pariah with roots in fascism, the Sweden Democrats are now the country's second-largest party. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WGdVkyA

Putin hails China's 'balanced position' on Ukraine

Russia's leader condemned attempts to create a "unipolar world" in talks with China's President Xi. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dkuj92y

Roger Federer to retire after Laver Cup in September

Roger Federer, a 20-time Grand Slam singles champion, will retire from top-level tennis after the Laver Cup in London later this month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MegXShr

Polish pop star's blasphemy conviction quashed

Singer Doda was fined for saying the writers of the Bible had been intoxicated on wine and cannabis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qnIds8V

Wagner Group: Head of Russian mercenary group filmed recruiting in prison

Yevgeniy Prigozhin offered prisoners their freedom in exchange for six months service in Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0rtfjI2

Lebanese woman holds up bank to access frozen savings as anger boils

The second such incident in weeks comes as anger at restricted access to savings boils over. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TUl3rjP

Burkina Faso trapped miners: Director fined over disaster that left eight dead

The manager of the Perkoa zinc mine is found guilty of manslaughter and given a suspended sentence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2IM4EYR

President Zelensky visits retaken Ukrainian city of Izyum

The Ukrainian president makes a surprise appearance to thank troops. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1fav9dK

Ethereum Merge: A cryptocurrency 'going green'

The second biggest cryptocurrency is to switch to a new operating model that it says uses 99.9% less energy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wz8jIEe

Girl in Queen fancy dress among last to hear from her

Olivia Akers wrote to Queen Elizabeth II in June with photos of her dressed as Her Majesty for a competition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/P7YLwGE

Shanghai typhoon: Flights cancelled as China's biggest city braces for storm

Typhoon Muifa will be the 12th to hit mainland China this year and is expected to be the strongest. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7muXP5l

Herbert Jacobson killed during WWII attack on Pearl Harbor buried

Herbert Jacobson was laid to rest after modern forensic testing allowed his remains to be identified. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mcLHQG7

Ukraine war: EU chief sets out plans to tackle energy crisis

Ursula von der Leyen calls for EU-wide cuts to electricity use and windfall taxes on energy companies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/l1O0EFu

Don Bolduc: Republicans fret over 'too Trumpy' New Hampshire primary candidate

Republicans hoped this Senate race was a path to power. Now they're racing to head off the frontrunner. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/O3hWA8u

Syria cholera outbreak serious threat to region - UN

It is believed to be linked to people drinking unsafe water from the drought-hit River Euphrates. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XOWSHKm

Jean-Luc Godard: Visionary director's life and films in pictures

A look back at the groundbreaking films of French cinematic pioneer Jean-Luc Godard. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xFZO8hi

Rare ‘triple dip’ La Niña declared

La Niña has formed for the third consecutive year in the Pacific. Simon King explains what this might mean for global weather patterns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xqvfnL2

Armenia-Azerbaijan: Dozens dead in overnight clashes

Armenia's prime minister says 49 soldiers died in the latest fighting between the neighbouring countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/W6pzP7s

PnB Rock: Rapper shot dead in LA waffle house in suspected robbery

Tributes flood in for the 30-year-old musician after he is reportedly killed in an armed robbery. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rsK8alm

Taoiseach: Queen's death 'reminder to nurture UK-Ireland relations'

The Queen's visit to Ireland in 2011 was a "watershed moment", Taoiseach Micheál Martin tells the BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/l6wbTVI

Ukraine round-up: Counter-attack continues, Kremlin remains defiant

Monday saw Ukraine pressing a counter-offensive which has retaken swathes of territory in the north-east. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/q1AszkP

Li Yifeng: China arrests star who played Mao for soliciting prostitutes

Li Yifeng, one of China's most popular actors, was arrested by police in Beijing, state media say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n7EVXa6

Ukraine war: What will Russia's losses mean for Putin?

Questions are being asked as even state media reported the "tough" week, says the BBC's Russia editor. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/U7kgKIn

Ukraine war: A successful surprise attack - but danger still looms

The BBC's defence correspondent looks at what's behind Ukraine's potential breakthrough in the east. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/m0kn61M

WATCH: Russian tanks abandoned on retaken Ukrainian territory

Ukraine's military says it has retaken territory from Russia, making its first significant gain in months. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pLrD4wF

Modern slavery shoots up by 10 million in five years

More than half of forced labour happens in richer countries, with women and children most at risk. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4C6pXaB

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

Ukraine's army makes significant territorial gains, while Russia hits back with missiles. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gPuUEdx

Sweden election: Result could take days as vote too close to call

Anti-immigration Sweden Democrats set to become the second largest party with vote too close to call. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hwx2SjR

Uhuru Kenyatta: How will Kenya's outgoing president be remembered?

President Uhuru Kenyatta promised national cohesion and to fight corruption. He made some progress. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NdwnS8L

Ukraine war: Zelensky says blackouts in Kharkiv and Donetsk caused by targeted Russian attacks

Power cuts have affected nine million people in revenge for a successful counter-attack, Ukraine says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eZ83gOl

President Biden references Queen in 9/11 remembrance speech

The president pays tribute to the thousands of people who died 21 years after the attacks on US soil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zYaUTkp

Ukraine war: Shock and joy in newly liberated villages

"They asked 'is anyone alive?' and I realised they were ours," says one woman. "They were so beautiful." from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BZRs7CJ

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

The country's PM says the poll will be held within three years, but Australia rules out a vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pTYLz8h

Kharkiv offensive: Ukrainian army says it has tripled retaken area

On Saturday, Ukraine captured key eastern towns, as Russian forces withdrew to "regroup". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/h7RaYES

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

World number one Iga Swiatek caps a dominant season by beating Tunisia's Ons Jabeur at the US Open to win her second major title of 2022. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/U8qf6FN

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

Expect unity on Ukraine and China but there's one worrying point of tension between the UK and US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IGJkL3X

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

One of two lesbians sentenced to death in Iran had spoken to the BBC about her hopes for the future. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BOH1ZJm

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

Authorities said the books, about sheep trying to hold back wolves, referred to the Beijing government. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aS4VxcF

Queen Elizabeth II and Africa: In pictures

Queen Elizabeth visited more than 20 African countries during her reign, as independence swept the continent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OjgeCa5

Charles III is proclaimed king in TV first

King Charles III is proclaimed king by is a historic ceremony, broadcast for the first time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30jxpWf

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

Mayor Craig Mackle says the whale may have surfaced beneath the boat causing it to capsize. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/r0Z5xbf

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

President Zelensky says Ukraine has retaken 30 settlements in its eastern offensive this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nasPd3r

Ukraine war: UN says blackout threatens Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

The head of the UN nuclear agency says the situation at a Russian-held nuclear plant cannot continue. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ypNQKtk

Queen Elizabeth II and Africa: A long-standing relationship

The leaders of countries across the continent express their sadness at the Queen's death. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TzH41Dj

Outpouring of sympathy across the Commonwealth

From prime ministers to people on the street, the Commonwealth nations pay tribute to the Queen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XiCjRM8

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

Kyiv says a lightning counteroffensive has recaptured vast swathes of territory in its south and east. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uLIkc3K

Queen Elizabeth II: How the monarch charmed millions of Indians

Queen Elizabeth II visited India three times over three decades to a warm reception. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SpnGPXv

In pictures: World reacts to the Queen's death

Condolences pour in from around the globe following news of the British monarch's death. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/geFIQrR

Ukraine war: Heavily pregnant medic held in Russian prison

The family of Mariana Mamonova are calling for her release before her due date at the end September. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZPfFGWU

Queen Elizabeth II: Australians pay tribute to 'a great monarch'

People in Sydney discuss what Queen Elizabeth II meant to them. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tuqvWEn

Life sentence for Swedish teen for killing teachers with axe and knives

An 18-year-old who killed two teachers with an axe was given life imprisonment. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zeTtfqX

Queen's doctors concerned for her health - palace

Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall travel to Balmoral, with the Duke of Cambridge on his way. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/U2zJaHQ

WATCH: The Northern Lights as seen from space

The footage released by released by the European Space Agency shows the phenomenon from space. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ae2E6Cy

Ukraine war: US approves $2.6bn in new aid

Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin announces the package at a meeting with other ministers in Germany. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rRiQn4Z

Climate change: Europe's warm summer shatters records

Heatwaves and a record drought drove record heat all over Europe this summer, according to satellite data. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hN2oMCE

Central Vista: Delhi's iconic landmark gets a facelift

PM Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the redeveloped version of the 3km long Central Vista avenue. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36ku4OC

Obamas return to White House to unveil portraits

Barack and Michelle Obama returned to the White House to carry on the tradition of former US presidents revealing their official portraits. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tHD6okS

Zaporizhzhia: Ukraine suggests UN peacekeepers for nuclear plant

Inspectors who visited the Zaporizhzhia power station last week observed shelling damage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eI2E3DA

Albania severs diplomatic ties with Iran over cyber-attack

Albania and the US accuse Iran of hiring hackers to paralyse public services and steal state data. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ki5MIbO

California wildfires: Two dead and mass evacuations amid heatwave

A rapidly-spreading wildfire in southern California has killed two people and torched homes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OVZ13wu

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

The 58 pieces include a marble head of the goddess Athena dated 200 BC, worth an estimated $3m alone. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aHjhCF3

Pakistan floods: Biggest lake subsides amid race to help victims

Breaches were made to embankments on the lake but thousands of people remain stranded after floods. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/u842h3v

Ho Chi Minh: 12 people dead in karaoke bar fire

The blaze moved quickly on the upper floors of the building trapping many customers and staff. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6VjarmO

Dutch city of Haarlem may be world’s first to ban most meat ads

Haarlem is to ban most adverts for meat from public spaces because of the food's impact on climate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MzQwrZ0

PSG football coach faces backlash over 'sand yacht' response to private jet question

Christophe Galtier laughs off a question about flying rather than taking the train. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yqwz8cK

Tracking Tico: Manatee rescued after frantic search

Tico, a rescued manatee, sent experts on a 4,000km-chase after they became concerned for his welfare. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q45Wm1G

Canada stab victim 'died helping others'

Gloria Burns. 62, was killed as she tried to help other victims of Sunday's attacks in Saskatchewan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IEfOQVe

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

Moscow's "stop list" includes more than 1,000 names, including celebrities who have backed Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AMs0aDN

How India is building a pearl farming industry

The Indian government is fuelling its growth, but critics say the boom is coming at a cost. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DvjBwZr

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

Documents obtained by US media say Pyongyang is supplying millions of artillery shells and rockets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/koeDN8z

Shireen Abu Aqla: Israel says 'high probability' soldier killed reporter

An Israeli military probe concludes it is likely a soldier shot Shireen Abu Aqla "by mistake". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ckiKjoO

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

Losing candidate Raila Odinga did not provide evidence of his allegations of fraud, the judges said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5b1M0pC

Afghanistan: Russian embassy staff killed in Kabul bombing

The bomber was shot dead by guards as he approached the embassy gates, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5iw0Bf9

Chile constitution: Voters overwhelmingly reject radical change

The new progressive document was meant to replace the constitution drawn up under military rule. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/c1RECZX

Nirvana win lawsuit over 1991 Nevermind album cover

A judge's ruling prevents Spencer Elden from re-filing a case over the Nevermind sleeve from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Wpx6BFH

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

John Paul I led the Catholic Church for 33 days in 1978, with his death causing controversy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FMkVBwb

Cyrus Mistry: Billionaire former Tata chairman dies in car crash

The death of Cyrus Mistry is a big loss for the business world, the Indian prime minister says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zplNRij

Legionnaire's suspected cause of Argentina pneumonia deaths

Health officials believe the infectious pneumonia which killed four was caused by the rare lung disease. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lStMka9

Ukraine war: Russia wants to destroy Europeans' normal life, Zelensky warns

Russia is trying to attack Europe with "poverty and political chaos", President Zelensky says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CJwFvjk

WATCH: Wall of dust sweeps across Arizona

Aerial footage shows the 50-mile-wide haboob as it moved, leaving thousands without power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Mf5xiAv

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant: Link lost to main power line

The UN nuclear watchdog says the Zaporizhzhia plant is now relying on a reserve line to supply power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OhTIBco

Disease warning as Pakistan flood death toll rises

The death toll from unprecedented flooding passes 1,200, with a third of the victims said to be children. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NmWoCPc

Pilot circling US city threatens to crash on Walmart

Police in Tupelo, Mississippi say they have been in contact with the person flying the aircraft from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n6cIWkz

Ukraine's First Lady Olena Zelenska on human cost of war

Olena Zelenska says while the economic cost of war affects the world, Ukrainians are counting their casualties. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1qa8tXC

Zelenska: As Europe counts pennies we count casualties

Ukraine's first lady says it's important to keep highlighting the human cost of the war in her country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SFLAuvW

Mourners pay respects to Mikhail Gorbachev

The former Soviet leader, who took power in 1985, died on Tuesday aged 91. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3C7rsbD

What we do and don't know about the FBI search of Trump's home

Agents took classified documents from the former president's home as part of an unprecedented investigation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BRfdg7k

How Pakistan floods are linked to climate change

Pakistan's geography - and its immense glaciers - make it vulnerable to climate change. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Uldp3jt

Ukraine war: G7 agrees to impose price cap on Russian oil

Members of the Group of Seven say the move will hurt Russia's ability to finance its war on Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wlQaIB3

Gibraltar collision: Crucial hours as fuel removed from stricken ship

Salvage teams off Gibraltar rush to pump fuel from a bulk carrier as it leaks oil into the sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1bBxDHS

Teesta Setalvad: India activist gets bail in 2002 Gujarat riots case

Teesta Setalvad's arrest on charges of fabricating evidence was widely condemned by global rights groups. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/p3MqayJ

Does China believe its own propaganda on Uyghurs?

The BBC's John Sudworth, forced out of China for his reporting on Xinjiang, considers Beijing's approach. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GHIZYOP

Vicky Bowman: UK ex-envoy to Myanmar handed one-year jail term

It comes after Ms Bowman and her spouse were arrested for violating immigration laws. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cifQJxY

Canada: 12 diners sent to hospital from likely aconite poisoning

Aconite, also known as Devil's Helmet, is a common garden plant that can be lethal if ingested. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/s6K8hzq

Covid in China: Chengdu lockdown after outbreak

The country is sticking to a "zero Covid" policy, requiring lockdowns over a handful of cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zWr7pAR

Putin will not attend Gorbachev's funeral

The Kremlin says the Russian leader is too busy to attend the Soviet ex-leader's funeral on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/c2XozSj

Hackers target politicians with fake news website

The Australian government is among those targeted by the hackers, according to Proofpoint. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oAkGxFz

Palestinian prisoners held by Israel set to go on mass hunger strike

They say conditions have become harsher since a dramatic breakout from an Israeli prison. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GyAj0Xg

Spain's Tomatina food fight returns after Covid hiatus

Thousands of people have gathered in the town of Buñol to splatter each other with tomatoes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fiLTREp

Floppy disks in Japan: Minister declares war on old-fashioned technology

"Where does one even buy a floppy disk?" asks Taro Kono, as Japan finally phases out the old tech. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GXgOnMr

Russian oil chief Maganov dies in 'fall from hospital window'

The death of Lukoil boss Ravil Maganov is the latest mysterious death involving a Russian business figure. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DnbW4Lt

Giant hailstone: Toddler killed in violent Spanish storm - report

Around 50 people are injured by hailstones that measured up to 10cm in diameter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/inLpPfj

Mikhail Gorbachev: Remembering a warm-hearted and generous man

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg recalls his meetings with the late Mikhail Gorbachev over the past 20 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AH5DKR

Switzerland's vanishing glaciers threaten Europe's water supply

Ice in the Swiss Alps provides water for rivers, crops and the cooling of nuclear power stations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nqp7Hgi

Taiwan fires live rounds at drones near outlying islands

It comes as Taiwan has complained of repeated harassment by Chinese drones close to its islands. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PGMzCWl

Kerala: Why are Indian men screaming with period pain?

A campaign in Kerala state is breaking taboos by getting men to experience period cramps. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yXHix4

Trump's Truth Social barred from Google Play

Google says Truth Social violates the company's policies on prohibiting incitement to violence from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LBE57vK

Joseph Schooling: Singapore Olympic star suspended for smoking cannabis scandal

The 27-year-old athlete admitted to taking cannabis in Vietnam in May. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FpmyIHE

US Open: Emma Raducanu loses to Alize Cornet in New York

Emma Raducanu's return to the US Open - where she won the title as a qualifier last year - ends in a straight-set defeat by France's Alize Cornet in the first round. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/msAIuwo

Jharkhand: Murdered India teen's dreams snuffed out by stalker

The teenager was set on fire by an alleged stalker who is now in police custody. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VdH0AMJ

World's loneliest man: Rare footage of him in the Amazon

Footage of a tribesman, who was the last survivor of an indigenous group in Brazil, shows him cutting down trees. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ioOzbkw

Ukraine grain deal: Where are the ships going?

More than 50 ships have braved the risks to take food from Ukraine to destinations around the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rXNBf07

Ukraine grain ship with aid for Ethiopia docks in Djibouti

The shipment on board has been arranged by the UN to get wheat to a country with millions in need. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q4oYqai

Timed Teaser: Blast! What scuppered lift-off?

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go! from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HMWyNTw

Pole-dancing axe thrower wins world title

Ceola McGowan, from Sligo, cites pole dancing for improving her balance and strengthening her core. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ANsBO7H

'Man of the Hole': Last of his tribe dies in Brazil

The last member of an uncontacted indigenous group in Brazil had lived in total isolation for decades. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HTNKQSY

Man killed by lions after climbing into zoo enclosure

The authorities are trying to find out why he climbed into the lion enclosure in Accra's zoo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9Qu2vaw

Charli XCX: I was always up for getting down and dirty

Looking back at her career from illegal raves to stadium tours, the star wonders what will come next. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uFbsqAc

Two Air France pilots suspended after cockpit fistfight

The cabin crew intervened after hearing noise from the cockpit as two pilots started fighting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9eSiWsq

US Open preview: Serena Williams' goodbye & Emma Raducanu's title defence top the New York bill

Serena Williams' impending farewell and Emma Raducanu's title defence will grab most of the attention at an intriguing US Open packed with storylines. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9ex7ALU

In pictures: Floods and fear in Pakistan

Floods have killed more than 1,000 people across Pakistan since June and millions more have been affected. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nRB12b8

José Eduardo dos Santos: State funeral for Angola ex-president

Angolans mourn 38-year ruler José Eduardo dos Santos, despite a family row over where he should be buried. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YDKUsFG

Noida twin towers demolition: The moment Supertech skyscrapers imploded

The blast, which took months of careful planning, lasted just about 12 seconds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/M164AuV

Pakistan floods: Bed frames used to pull victims over rushing water

Several people are brought to safety by volunteer helpers in Swat, northern Pakistan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/H620Nie

Ukraine war: Russian recruitment drive unlikely to have impact - UK

Vladimir Putin recently pledged to increase Russia's armed forces personnel by 137,000. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UrsARO5

California freeway split in half by monsoon floods

Aerial footage shows the destroyed section of Interstate 10 near the Arizona-California border. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KqZL4im

Serbia-Kosovo ID document row settled, says EU

Tensions have been rising over disagreements including the movement of citizens across the border. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0xsc4gY

Shaquille O'Neal backs Australian Indigenous vote

The former basketball star backs Australia's bid to increase Indigenous voices in parliament. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dU28Aim

Pakistan floods: Thousands told to evacuate as rivers rise

Monsoon-induced floods continue to cause destruction in what is said to be one of the country's worst disasters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5Klrdan

EuroPride 2022: Serbia will not host event, says president

President Alexandar Vucic cancels the parade - but organisers insist they will go ahead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/skYQ75S

United States to appoint first Arctic Ambassador

On Friday, Nato chief Jens Stoltenberg warned of the Russian threat in northern polar regions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nEqper4

Hong Kong's Peak Tram reopens after 14 months

The service welcomes back passengers even as tight coronavirus restrictions remain in place. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VcdunQI

Russia blocks nuclear treaty agreement over Ukraine reference

A number of countries criticise Russia as it blocks a joint UN declaration on nuclear security. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Rq762jp

Women attend first league match in Iran for 40 years

The rare move for Iran to allow women into stadiums where men are playing followed appeals by Fifa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/twnNGa9

WHO boss: I can't help my starving Ethiopian family

Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus says he does not even know who in his family is dead or alive amid the war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ORyHfde

Chinese outcry after volleyballers wear N95 masks during match

China's Volleyball Association later apologised, saying the decision was due to "lack of experience". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ioQkmsR

Paul Allen: Largest art auction ever to sell Microsoft co-founder's $1bn collection

The proceeds of the largest art auction ever will go to charity, Christie's auctioneers said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BKwsh7F

Sonali Phogat: Arrests over India politician and former TikTok star murder

Sonali Phogat, a member of India's governing BJP party, died under suspicious circumstances a few days ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DgbCNcp

Giorgia Meloni: Far-right leader who's favourite to run Italy

Giorgia Meloni aims to be Italy's first female PM and vehemently rejects any link to fascism. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n98vaX4

Phophi Ramathuba: South African official's hospital rant at Zimbabwean goes viral

A video shows a local official chastising a Zimbabwean patient for crossing the border for treatment. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qQKbeLZ

French oil firm TotalEnergies denies link to Russian jet supplies

Transport Minister Clément Beaune calls for light to be shed on allegations surrounding TotalEnergies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AqDrXvN

Bali: Transgender student dies in police custody

Peruvian transgender rights activist Rodrigo Ventocilla, died after being arrested at the airport. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Fi8QboS

Shinzo Abe: Japan police chief resigns over ex-PM assassination

Local police have previously said there were "undeniable" flaws in security for the former PM. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ogIHFmU

Sewage in sea: French appeal to EU over UK discharges of waste

The UK is threatening health on the French coast as raw sewage is dumped in the sea, French MEPs say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4mjKhWG

Vicky Bowman: UK ex-ambassador to Myanmar arrested

Vicky Bowman and her Burmese husband run a centre which encourages businesses to respect human rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JK7p306

China heatwave: Sichuan residents flee heatwaves and power cuts underground

Residents in some of China's provinces are employing creative ways to beat a record breaking heatwave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mfgU7yj

South Korea records world's lowest fertility rate again

Figures show that just 0.81 children per woman are being born in the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vBinLFA

Elton John gives diners preview of Britney Spears' first music since 2016

Sir Elton John asks a French restaurant DJ to play his Britney Spears duet and streams the reactions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/crgqUtC

Peru to sue Repsol for $4.5bn over oil spill

The spill has been described by Peru as the worst ecological disaster around Lima in recent memory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6RMV7cT

Go-karting for French prisoners a mistake, admits Fresnes governor

It was meant as a day of fun and games at France's second largest prison, but it prompted an outcry. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dw9rIN2

No fuel imports to UK from Russia for first time

Imports of goods from Russia fell to £33m in June, the lowest level since 1997, official figures show. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/utSq7Km

Japan should consider building new nuclear plants: Kishida

Most of the country's nuclear plants were suspended after the 2011 Fukushima disaster. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uPQkh3n

Prayuth Chan-ocha: Thai court suspends PM from office

Prayuth Chan-ocha won power in a military coup in 2014 but his opponents say he has overstayed his ruling term. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hmCAXWI

Najib Razak: Malaysia's ex-PM starts jail term after final appeal fails

Najib Razak denies charges of appropriating millions of dollars from a state-owned wealth fund. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8bjdgrL

Crikey: Australian news site challenges Lachlan Murdoch to sue it

Small publisher Crikey says the media mogul has sent legal letters accusing it of defaming him. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NZR9pkO

Not so Despicable: China changes ending of Minions movie

The movie is meant to be the backstory of a villain but China's latest alteration has changed this. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/T3mogsW

Beirut: Further part of grain silos collapses 2 years after blast

Rotting grain ignited in the summer heat, leaving a fire burning in the silos for weeks, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/D6CQIYr

US Open 2022: Will Novak Djokovic be able to play?

Former world number one Novak Djokovic has his "fingers crossed" he is allowed to play in the US Open despite not being vaccinated against Covid-19. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vECZwXe

Bangladesh cuts school and office hours to save power

The country started daily two-hour power cuts last month after the Ukraine war drove up energy prices. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oh9XLc2

China mortgage rate cut as property crisis deepens

- August 22, 2022

The country's central bank lowered the five-year lending rate by 1.5 percentage points on Monday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GYfi7bU

Why are these Americans turning in (some of) their guns?

When police in Texas offered to buy back unwanted firearms, gun owners of all kinds showed up. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EVkWFfw

Wrexham AFC owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have documented their first season

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are the real-life stars of Welcome to Wrexham, a documentary series about their first season as football club owners from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lBr0zZ1

Iraq collapse: Bodies pulled from rubble after landslide hits shrine

Bodies are found after the Qattarat al-Imam Ali shrine was hit by a landslide in the Karbala region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35ErYLx

377A: Singapore to end ban on gay sex

The repeal of a colonial-era law will effectively legalise homosexuality in the conservative state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nIc8mh2

In pictures: Drought in Europe exposes sunken ships, lost villages and ominous 'hunger stones'

Nazi warships, lost villages and "hunger stones" are revealed as water levels drop across Europe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ErPDTSk

New Zulu king crowned in South Africa

Thousands gather for the traditional Zulu coronation, which saw Misuzulu ka Zwelithini become king. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9QcoePJ

Ukraine war: Drone attack targets Russian Black Sea fleet in Crimea

The attack on the Black Sea fleet in Sevastopol is the latest in a string of strikes against Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/J3mrdpU

Ukraine displays destroyed Russian tanks in Kyiv

Destroyed Russian military vehicles are on display in Kyiv, ahead of Ukraine's Independence Day. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GPxm1qZ

Turkey crash: Bus ploughs into crash scene, killing rescuers

The bus hit emergency crews and journalists at the site of an earlier road accident, killing 16. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5BrnNfb

Seized £63m Russian superyacht Axioma to be sold at Gibraltar auction

The monster boat can sleep 12 guests and boasts a swimming pool, jacuzzi, spa and 3D cinema. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1S6DbnL

Jonah Hill to stop promoting films to protect his mental health

A psychologist says the Superbad actor "should be applauded" for opening up about anxiety attacks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rSdCHRP

Xi and Putin to attend G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia's Jokowi says

All eyes will be on the November summit, with US President Joe Biden also expected to attend. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Wzep1c3

Russia Starbucks: Home-grown chain Stars replaces coffee giant

Stars Coffee replaces Starbucks after the US chain pulled out over the Russian invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iGA0pUh

Evangelista on Vogue cover after 'deforming' surgery

It's a year since the model said a botched cosmetic procedure had left her "brutally disfigured". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1u3shHU

Should parents take their babies to a comedy show?

Comedian Matt Forde says a crying infant "derailed" his performance at the Edinburgh Fringe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gLicAjY

Rohingya and CAA: What is India's refugee policy?

India is not a signatory to international laws for refugee protection and follows an ad-hoc policy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FInqf7t

Escaped bull wrecks shop in Peru

The animal had escaped from a truck transporting it to an abattoir. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jDZlWRq

Ukraine war: Russia rejects call to demilitarise Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant area

The appeal comes amid warnings of a nuclear disaster, as each side accuses the other of shelling it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7CNIivZ

Covid in China: Fish tested amid Xiamen outbreak

Footage has gone viral showing live fish and crabs being tested in China for the coronavirus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ulSK6xt

Bodies found in New Zealand auction suitcases were of two young children

The victims, thought to be aged up to 10, were found in suitcases bought at auction last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/x9onXFV

Battery power problem cuts short Russian spacewalk, Nasa says

A cosmonaut was rushed back to the International Space Station on Wednesday, the US space agency says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EYCyImp

'Madame Butterfly': Japanese fashion pioneer Hanae Mori dies

A trailblazer in her field, she was the first Asian designer to break into French haute couture. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/edNgpiZ

Patrick Reed: American golfer suing The Golf Channel for defamation in $750m lawsuit

US golfer Patrick Reed files a $750m defamation lawsuit against American television network The Golf Channel and commentator Brandel Chamblee. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qcln9Ff

Haruyuki Takahashi: Tokyo 2020 Olympic official accused of taking bribes

Haruyuki Takahashi is arrested on suspicion of taking bribes from a high street clothing retailer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7p48Mse

Liz Cheney: Trump critic blasts Republican 'personality cult' after defeat

Liz Cheney criticises the former president after losing to a Trump-backed candidate in Wyoming. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/J1wZR73

Water levels on Italy's Lake Garda at 15-year low

Parts of northern Italy are experiencing their worst drought in 70 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fBCF7zs

Spanish fires: Passengers injured fleeing train in Bejís

Ten people are injured, three seriously, as a train is caught up in a wildfire in eastern Spain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VycJFkL

Israel and Germany condemn Palestinian leader's '50 Holocausts' claim

Israeli and German leaders express outrage after Mahmoud Abbas accuses Israel of "50 Holocausts". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XYyhRpE

Elon Musk sends social media into frenzy with joke on Twitter about buying Man Utd

Elon Musk, the world's richest man, sends social media into a frenzy with a joke on Twitter that he is buying Manchester United. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/P5dnVIk

Kenya election 2022: Raila Odinga to go to court, as others celebrate

Kenya held one of its most nail-biting, and controversial, elections since one-party rule ended. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XlQ3iDW

Whales surprise two paddleboarders in Argentina

One paddleboarder was knocked into the water by a whale's fin, which clipped his board. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RXlKZhM

US 'must contest' Chinese missiles over Taiwan, says admiral

Firing missiles over Taiwan is a "gorilla in the room" that must be challenged, a top US commander says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hiHAM8w

Estonia begins removing Soviet-era war monuments

The government says it wants to remove a source of tension in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eNGPoEW

Turkey-Greece migrants: 38 people found stranded on tiny, unnamed island

The group - including a pregnant woman and seven children - have been stuck since mid-July. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MdE3xKi

Liz Cheney: Trump’s nemesis faces Republican day of reckoning

Wyoming Republicans decide on Tuesday if Liz Cheney is a defender of the constitution or a "swamp rat". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1gnQrax

New Zealand: Human remains found in suitcase bought at auction

A family in New Zealand made the grisly discovery upon unpacking their haul at their home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LQI48SN

Kenya election result: William Ruto victory hailed amid result dispute

Foreign leaders congratulate the president-elect but backers of Raila Odinga question the result. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pW0nl7K

Ukraine war: Explosions rock Russian base in Ukraine's Crimea

The base is hit by blasts a week after a Ukrainian attack on another military airbase in Crimea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WOqN7KJ

Scott Morrison: Ex-Australia PM held five additional portfolios, Albanese says

PM Albanese says Mr Morrison held five extra portfolios but the ex-PM said he acted "in good faith". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4d7cZei

Trapped Mexico miners: Setback as water levels rise

- August 15, 2022

Rescue attempts have been delayed again after the water level in the flooded shafts suddenly rose. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3WlRENo

Kenya elections 2022: Raila Odinga and William Ruto in close race

- August 15, 2022

It's anticipated that the results of the much-awaited poll will be known in the coming hours. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6bKoWpM

US Taiwan: Congress team follows Pelosi with second high-level visit in a month

The trip comes just 12 days after a controversial tour by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FUv0RXW

'We are waiting for rain, for winter, for God' - Fighting a megafire in France

On the frontline of the wildfires in France is a tactical team trying to stay ahead of the flames. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ifw7eM

Egypt fire: Dozens dead in Giza Coptic church

The blaze broke out at a Coptic Christian church in the city of Giza causing a stampede. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SlGY5fB

Walrus Freya who became attraction in Norway's Oslo Fjord put down

Freya had to be euthanised because the public went too close to her, officials said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zt76xHL

Saudi Aramco: Oil giant tops own record with $48.4bn quarterly profit

The staggering profit comes amid soaring oil prices in the aftermath of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jYPIoGl

Australia: Gunman arrested after Canberra airport shooting

A man is arrested after shots were fired at the airport in Australia’s capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Cp7tqIY

Horrifying, ghastly: Authors condemn attack on Salman Rushdie

The literary world has reacted to the attack on Salman Rushdie with shock and condemnation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Z37YFRS

Taliban break up rare protest by Afghan women in Kabul

The militants fire into the air as women call for "work and freedom" after a year of Taliban rule. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pEkOj8u

Kenya elections 2022: Live result updates

The latest results from the presidential and parliamentary races. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IloY16d

Medusa festival: One killed as strong winds cause stage collapse in Spain

At least 40 others were injured in bad weather at a popular electronic music festival near Valencia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fmP64bw

Southern Baptist abuse claims under DoJ investigation

A report this year accused the largest US Protestant denomination of covering up abuse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/b9ZVEPf

Medusa festival: High speeds winds cut Spanish festival short

A local news outlet reports wind speeds of up to 65km/h tore off part of the festival's main stage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Xfr1VOS

Drought hits Germany's Rhine River: 'We have 30cm of water left'

There are fears water levels could dip to the lowest ever recorded on the key German shipping route. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Mw2BTGY

Suspected bank robber rescued from tunnel near Vatican

Police believe the alleged gang member could have been burrowing into a bank near the Vatican. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2F6BxG7

German ex-leader Gerhard Schroeder sues parliament over lost perks

The former chancellor has faced criticism over his links to Russian energy companies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4oi6FNL

Freya the walrus could be put down unless public back off, Norway warns

Freya the walrus, a popular attraction in the Oslo Fjord, is in danger from too much attention. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zo0wuOB

Bear cub high on hallucinogenic 'mad honey' rescued by park rangers

The animal was found incapacitated after consuming hallucinogenic rhododendron plants. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KzJxksZ

Ukraine war: Crimea blasts significantly hit Russian navy - UK

The Ministry of Defence says the blasts have "significantly degraded" Moscow's Black Sea Fleet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5dcXRbL

Brazilians march in defence of democracy over Bolsonaro election fears

Thousands take part in marches amid fears the president may dispute October's election result. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jYEkOBm

France firefighters battle 'monster' wildfire near Bordeaux

The blaze in France's south-west has gutted a number of homes and forced some 10,000 people to flee. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kVsvZMH

Kenya Election 2022: Why the count is taking so long

The electoral commission tells people not to panic as media houses broadcast different tallies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GSPuN5w

Firenado rages in California

Hot temperatures and strong winds formed a 'firenado' in California on Wednesday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/56VZRlh

Indian man wins 22-year court battle over 25 cents

He was overcharged for train tickets he bought in 1999 and had been fighting to get the money back. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/o0KrkZU

Australia defence force suicides 'a national tragedy'

A royal commission inquiry interviewed hundreds of people over alarmingly high death rates. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SdBft3T

Enas Taleb: Iraqi actress to sue Economist over 'fat' picture

Enas Taleb says she is suing the newspaper over a picture of her on an article about 'fat' women. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nYfHSb3

South Africa sex crime: Authorities charge seven over gang rape

The charges are connected to an attack on eight women filming a music video at an abandoned mine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8n9IAoe

Thousands of beagles saved from drug trials in US

A rescue operation is under way to rehome the dogs from a breeding facility in Virginia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RXB31fb

China says Taiwan military drills are over after Pelosi visit

The sea and air exercises were in response to US politician Nancy Pelosi's visit to the island. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vEgr7zL

Mexico's indigenous groups celebrate their heritage

Mexico marked the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples with an exuberant parade. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ixh2p8R

Langya: New virus infects 35 people in eastern China

The patients are thought to have caught the virus from animals such as shrews, and not from humans. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5oZJecV

Trapped whale rescue under way in France

It took a team six hours to hoist the animal from the River Seine, where it had become stranded. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LkD6AwW

Kenya elections 2022: Raila Odinga and William Ruto in tight race for president

More than 90% of polling stations have reported, but the official result may not be known for days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TQW47aO

Lamont Dozier: Motown hitmaker dies aged 81

As part of the Holland, Dozier, Holland team he wrote hits for The Supremes, The Four Tops and more. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aSlWEqG

Leandro Lo: Funeral held for killed Jiu-Jitsu champion

World champion Leandro Lo, 33, was shot in the head while attending a concert at a club in São Paulo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fwYvZP5

West Bank: Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades commander Ibrahim al-Nabulsi killed in Nablus

Ibrahim al-Nabulsi, commander of al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades in Nablus, had escaped arrest before. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R1SIk2i

Issey Miyake: Japanese fashion designer dies aged 84

The revolutionary designer died of liver cancer in Tokyo aged 84, his company said in a statement. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YB8XcTC

South Korea: Eight dead as floods submerge streets of Seoul

Some of South Korea's heaviest rain in decades caused power cuts and swept cars across the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ukFhCIU

Actor Ezra Miller charged with burglary

The embattled star allegedly broke into an unoccupied home in May to steal bottles of alcohol. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mzaMdus

WhatsApp: Mark Zuckerberg reveals new privacy features

The changes will let users silently leave group chats and control who sees their online status. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mOQpcz8

Climate change: Alps glaciers melting faster as heatwaves hit

- August 08, 2022

Footage shows meltwater flowing from the glaciers, which may be set for the highest mass losses in 60 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yf590xO

Roger E. Mosley: Magnum P.I. actor dies aged 83 after car crash

- August 08, 2022

Roger E. Mosley starred opposite Tom Selleck in all eight seasons of the original Magnum P.I. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ysbY7hN

China resort lockdown: Escaping to Sanya only to face fresh curbs

- August 08, 2022

Many in Sanya had arrived hoping for relief from strict Covid-control measures in bigger cities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/J6zdaZg

Israel-Gaza: Talks under way to broker ceasefire in Gaza

Egypt tries to broker a truce between Israel and Palestinian militants, as Gazans mourn their dead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NbRO4ZC

Climate change: US takes step closer to passing 'historic' bill

The bill - which aims to help reduce US carbon emissions by 40% by 2030 - could pass next week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eVbdmQs

Horniman Museum to return 72 artefacts to Nigeria

The chair of the Horniman Museum said it was "moral" to return items taken by "force" years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HSI0PhZ

Mexican mining rescue: Ten miners trapped underground

The 10 workers are stuck underground in Coahuila after a tunnel wall collapsed in a mine shaft. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MX7Lu1v

Sanya: Covid lockdown strands tourists on 'China's Hawaii'

Over 80,000 tourists in the resort known as "China's Hawaii" face new restrictions and cancelled flights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pdrhUcf

Commonwealth Games: How climate change is changing life around the world

Climate change is here. But it is also everywhere. Three Commonwealth athletes explain how it is changing their sport and homes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HxOCRjv

Biden tests negative for Covid after 'rebound' case - doctor

The US president will stay in isolation until he has a second negative test, his doctor says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EcJ8gXd

Island trip lays bare US-China tussle in the Pacific

A speech by senior US officials to commemorate a WWII Pacific battle comes amid tensions with China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4YCojJS

John Legend on abortion rights: 'Government should not be involved'

The singer has spoken out on the issue after his partner suffered a miscarriage two years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nU2JeRs

Zaporizhzhia: Russian strikes cause damage at nuclear plant

The firm that operates Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant says there is also a risk of radioactive leaks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GBlfExn

Croatia bus crash: Twelve Polish pilgrims killed and 31 injured

All 31 surviving passengers are injured, with some fighting for their lives, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Kgr1iFM

Judith Durham: Former Seekers lead singer dies aged 79

The Australian musician found fame in The Seekers, a folk music group, before going solo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aTBL7mQ

Obituary: Gary Schroen, the CIA spy sent to get Osama bin Laden

Gary Schroen, one of the first Americans on the ground in Afghanistan after 9/11, has died aged 80. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IYGDUBy

Taiwan tensions: China halts co-operation with US on key issues

Beijing has reacted angrily after senior US Democrat Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan earlier this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ju23REl

Israel attacks Gaza targets after militant threat

The operation comes after Israel's defence minister warned Gaza's militant leaders "your time is up". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rL0IYwn

French mayor threatens €15,000 deposit to climb Mont Blanc

The deposit is meant to cover rescue and funeral costs amid increased rockfalls caused by hot weather. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mgekdNx

Covid-19: North Korea claims to have recovered from outbreak

There is widespread scepticism over North Korea's claim to have the world's lowest Covid death rate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/91B2rGu

China-Taiwan: Joseph Wu defends US Speaker Pelosi's visit

Joseph Wu tells the BBC he will continue inviting leaders to Taipei, as China sanctions Nancy Pelosi. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1ro6FaZ

Ukraine war: Russia undermining safety of Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant - UK

The UK defence ministry says Russian troops are likely operating in the areas around the plant. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iK0T79n

Thailand nightclub fire kills at least 13 and injures dozens

Video footage showed people fleeing the club screaming, some with their clothes alight. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZPEOIXs

China's missiles 'imitating North Korea' - Taiwan

China launched 11 ballistic missiles into the sea around Taiwan's coast, Taiwan says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HGsCOMj

Brittney Griner: Russian prosecutors seek nine-and-a-half year sentence

The US basketball star pleaded guilty to drugs charges but denies deliberately breaking the law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CVUHi7x

Queensland shooting: Three killed on remote Australian property

Police have locked down a rural area in Queensland while they conduct a manhunt. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wTn3yPH

Ukraine war: No sleep in Ukraine’s relentlessly bombed city

Sleep is near impossible in Mykolaiv, the southern port under almost constant Russian battack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EDHL159

Men convicted over Brazil fire that killed 242 go free

The men had been found guilty of causing the deadly blaze at the Kiss nightclub in Brazil in 2013. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2VlYKXi

Taiwan tensions: China condemns 'manic' visit as Pelosi continues tour

"Manic, irresponsible and irrational": China's foreign minister reacts to Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/omdvAtq

The view from Taiwan: 'We've had this for 70 years'

"They're a bunch of gangsters," says one man fishing on the dockside, as Chinese missiles fly nearby. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UXJ3IWV

Kenya: Wildlife trafficking suspect seized after $1m reward

Abdi Hussein Ahmed is suspected of links to a transnational wildlife and drug trafficking syndicate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FdW16VO

Taiwan: Pelosi leaves Taipei to sound of Chinese fury

"Those who play with fire will not come to a good end," warns China's foreign minister after the visit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GZmJ7BN

China-Taiwan: As China broods, Taiwan is in a 'Pelosi lovefest'

The US Speaker's visit is celebrated in Taipei, but could it spark a major US-China crisis? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/95jrctL

Dev Patel: Actor breaks up knife fight in Australia

The Slumdog Millionaire star successfully broke up an altercation in Adelaide on Monday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gu5J4qW

Pelosi visit: Taiwan puts the ball firmly in Xi Jinping's court

Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taipei has put an increasingly assertive China on the back foot. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QvGKIeT

Arizona Primary: Rusty Bowers, who defied Trump, loses re-election bid

Rusty Bowers, who testified against Donald Trump in June, loses to an ally of the ex-president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dTKharl

2030 World Cup: Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay bid to be joint hosts

Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay submit a joint bid to host the World Cup in 2030. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/J0VngOF

Watch: Nancy Pelosi lands in Taiwan amid China tensions

The US Democrat landed in Taiwan's capital Taipei, despite sharp warnings from China over the visit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WTZtbJm

China-Taiwan: Why young people in Taiwan are learning to fight

As the island's politicians prepare to meet the US house speaker, others learn warfare survival. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lbWCpI1

Ukraine war: Russia accuses US of direct role in Ukraine war

Moscow accuses the US of directly approving targets for US-made artillery used by Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/j3sDLBZ

Authorities investigate after mysterious sinkhole appears in Chile

Authorities are investigating the sinkhole which is about 25m (82 ft) wide and 200m (650ft) deep. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bytAgIo

Maya rulers' ashes turned into pelota balls - expert

Remains may have been turned into pelota balls to help rulers be immortal, an archaeologist says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vdqXYDN

BTS could perform while doing military service

The oldest member of the K-pop band turns 30 next year so the issue has come into focus in South Korea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ydDa4sY

People are being airlifted to safety to escape Kentucky floods

Dozens of people have died and hundreds remain missing in the US state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NSWEPrA

Ambani and Adani: Asia's richest men battle to dominate 5G in India

Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani are set to compete in the world's second-largest internet market. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tmP1x4E

Ukraine war: The last remaining families in Bakhmut

- August 01, 2022

Olena and her family are one of the last remaining in the Donetsk region where an evacuation order is in place. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/t0vfzhr

Iran's atomic energy chief says country could build a bomb but has no plan to

- August 01, 2022

The rare claim is likely to intensify concerns over Iran's controversial nuclear programme. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/g0lnw13

Thousands flock to ultra-Orthodox rabbi's funeral in Jerusalem

Israel sees a huge procession of black-clad mourners at the Jerusalem funeral of Rabbi Tuvia Weiss. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IxDtNWn

Algerian leader in bold move to promote English at junior school

The ex-French colony will start teaching English at junior schools this year, the president says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qUl5S3Z

Commonwealth Games: India thrash Pakistan in cricket

India cruise to an eight-wicket win over fierce rivals Pakistan in their Commonwealth Games Group A cricket match at Edgbaston. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fMEDq0m

Beach body ad edited out my prosthetic leg - model

Sian Green-Lord said the Spanish government campaign also used her photos without permission. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zHvb6fU

Arizona: Trapped woman pulled to safety from flooded car

Flash floodwaters in Arizona surround a woman's car after its tyres got stuck in mud. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wR1I04y

Nancy Pelosi begins Asia tour, with no mention of Taiwan

Nancy Pelosi will visit four East Asian countries - and China has warned her not to include Taiwan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SJ7LUlZ

Southern Ukraine city Mykolaiv heavily shelled by Russians

Ukraine says Russian rockets and missiles hit Mykolaiv, a key port city on the main route to Odesa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AKVJF0Z

Kentucky floods: 'More water than any of us have ever seen'

Children are among at least 16 people dead amid historic flooding in the US state of Kentucky. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cKozj6w

Iraq: Dozens injured as Iraqi parliament stormed again

At least 125 people are injured as protesters storm Iraq's parliament for the second time in a week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Me9NLCs

Mega Millions: Winning numbers revealed for $1.3bn jackpot

Slim odds of one in 300 million did not deter wishful Americans from snapping up tickets by the stack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TKO8R4w

Iraq: Muqtada al-Sadr supporters storm parliament again

At least 60 people are injured as demonstrators again break into Iraq's parliament building. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UxvTIBc

Russia's Gazprom halts gas supplies to Latvia

Latvia is the latest EU member to have its Russian gas supplies cut off in the Ukraine crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wAIRJgt

The Pope's health: I could step down - but not yet, says pontiff

He was speaking on the way home from a trip to the Canada, where he apologised to indigenous people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WLwiyXk

Alexander Ionov case: US charges Russian with interfering in US politics

Alexander Ionov is accused of malign interference, including promoting the secession of California. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pGyiJ93

Hopes for first grain ship to leave Ukraine after Russia deal

The ship could go on Friday if "crucial" details are agreed, says the UN aid chief. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KSD0ocs

Spanish beach body campaign used my image without asking - model

British model Nyome says she had "no idea" a Spanish body positivity campaign had used her photo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HfZKQzg

Ukraine's shadow army resisting the Russians

Sarah Rainsford meets the underground partisans resisting Russian occupation in southern Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n0cLrM5

Migrants in Mexico: Mass escape from abandoned truck after recent deaths

It comes after 53 people died in a locked lorry in stifling heat in Texas last month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sDR2gyb

Kenya elections: Why farmers like William Ruto's big ambitions

The BBC visits the heartland of Deputy President William Ruto as he vies for the presidency. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/e6uwN0s

Samuel Alito: Top US judge mocks world leaders over abortion ruling

Samuel Alito dismisses Boris Johnson and others who condemned the move to restrict abortion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Em10JeT

China signals it could miss economic growth target

It comes as Beijing is pursuing a zero-Covid policy that has put major cities in harsh lockdowns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uNnmXy7

Russia-Ukraine crisis: Lavrov shows diplomatic clout in Africa

- July 28, 2022

The red carpet was laid out for Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during his four-nation tour. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PUvORFl

Every Ukrainian living in constant stress since February - Zelenska

- July 28, 2022

Ukraine's first lady says the Russian invasion is taking its toll on civilian mental health. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OtzbnTB

Neighbours finale: 'Goodbye to a character I've grown up with'

- July 28, 2022

The actors behind Paul Robinson and Harold Bishop reflect on the TV soap coming to an emotional end. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Gam5PHe

George Floyd death: Last two ex-officers sentenced to prison

J Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao were convicted in February of violating George Floyd's civil rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6fXGPE9

Nigeria abductions: Two abducted Boko Haram victims found eight years on

The Nigerian army says it has found two hostages, who appear to have given birth during captivity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/p6Ysa4E

Lulo Rose: Angola pink diamond believed to be largest found in 300 years

The 170 carat "Lulo Rose" is the fifth largest diamond ever discovered in Angola's Lulo mine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FSGiOVD

Ukraine war: Officials say work at grain ports resumes after deal

Ukraine's navy will try to establish "green corridors" for ships to pass through, officials said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/12POyvh

Gas prices soar as Russia cuts German supply

The Nord Stream 1 pipeline is now operating at just a fifth of its usual capacity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wuiH8vC

Brazilian footballer Neymar faces fraud trial in Barcelona

Nine years after he moved from Brazil, he faces trial for alleged irregularities over the transfer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sA9bKMN

Japan monkeys: Member of gang terrorising locals caught and killed

Officials say they have caught and killed one of a gang of monkeys responsible for injuring 50 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EhVmqZc

EU agrees to cut gas use over Russia supply fears

EU members agree to voluntarily reduce gas use by 15%, but some members can seek exemptions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lwOV64L

Myanmar executions: US urges China to condemn Myanmar

However China's foreign ministry says it does not interfere in other nations' internal affairs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/B5NMuAf

Czech forest fire smoke drifts across country

People have been told to keep windows closed as the smell of smoke spreads to many areas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YcFwEaW

Freya the 600kg walrus causes a stir in Norway

The young female marine mammal has been spotted clambering onto boats to doze in the summer sun. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qfVCXwt

Wildfire tears through homes in Texas

At least 20 properties have been destroyed by the fire in Balch Springs, as the US battles extreme heat. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FOdGMXx

Karnataka: India family pay $1,000 for missing parrot

The African grey parrot, which escaped through an open door, was returned to his family after five days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n6hUoNm

Police confirm multiple victims in British Columbia shootings

Police say the victims were homeless and a lone suspect has been taken into custody. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mSO2IeC

Czech police add Ferrari taken from criminals to fleet

It will be used for cracking down on illegal road races and chasing stolen cars among other things. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/T0UtCdH

Japan's police to take measures after wild monkey rampages

What started as attacks on women and children, now include the elderly and adult men, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HlW524Y

Diana Kennedy: Doyenne of Mexican cuisine dies aged 99

The British food writer lived in Mexico for decades and became the leading authority on Mexican cuisine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oty9wEa

Tunisia referendum: Voters decide whether to increase president's powers

President Saied says the reforms will strengthen the country but opponents see them as a betrayal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dMxFpgv

Eurovision: UK to host next year's Song Contest

Ukraine welcomes decision for contest in UK after organisers said winning country could not be host. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EGM6DSz

Myanmar's executed activists: Phyo Zeya Thaw and Ko Jimmy

Weeks before Myanmar executed four democracy activists, the BBC spoke to their family and friends. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kdDlUOm

Ukraine war: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov seeks Arab world's support

- July 24, 2022

Sergei Lavrov is in Egypt as Moscow counters international anger over the war in Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Rd8uDZG

Ukraine war: Kyiv's forces moving towards occupied Kherson - Zelensky

- July 24, 2022

Kherson has been in the hands of Russian troops since the early days of the war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4upMDmk

Trump and Pence host rival rallies in Arizona

They back competing candidates in the race to be the Republican nominee for the state governorship. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fXQcsUA

Lord of the Rings: Prequel trailer wows fans as it reveals rare female dwarf

The Rings of Power, Amazon Prime's Lord of the Rings spin-off, is the costliest TV show to date. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/k5P4Awb

China women: Killer of popular vlogger Lamu executed

The woman was set on fire by her former husband while she was livestreaming from her kitchen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8YMIG0i

Ukraine war: Explosions rock Ukrainian port hours after grain deal

Six blasts hit the city on Saturday morning, with local officials blaming a Russian missile attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YOulRZI

WWE chief McMahon retires amid sexual misconduct allegations

Vince McMahon led the wrestling firm for decades but this year faced sexual misconduct allegations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lNLEZFf

Texas wind turbine catches fire after lightning strike

Footage of a wind turbine in Crowell, Texas shows the aftermath of a lightning strike. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TlXQvsw

The moment Ukraine grain deal is signed

The agreement was signed in Istanbul on Friday by Ukraine, Russia, Turkey and the UN secretary general. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JlrGtXT

Lisa Smith: Ex-soldier turned IS member gets 15 month sentence

Lisa Smith was found to have been a member of Islamic State between October 2015 and December 2019. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/d9EITCK

Man killed as sink hole opens under swimming pool in Israel

The 32-year-old was sucked to his death when the ground opened under the pool at a party in Israel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tISyXzR

Czechs demolish pig farm on Nazi concentration camp for Roma

More than 300 Roma died at the camp and the farm's demolition ends years of bitter dispute. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DkEyOhz

Cyber-attacks on Port of Los Angeles have doubled since pandemic

The threats to the Port of Los Angeles are believed to come mainly from Europe and Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qGfjHX8

Capitol riot hearings: Eight key moments

Throughout the eight hearings members have sought a window into Donald Trump's state of mind. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tU380L1

Splendour in the Grass: Rain causes chaos at Australian music festival

Festival-goers at Splendour in the Grass endure muddy campsites, hours-long queues, and cancellations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6TpFeJ4

Ukraine war has made my son want to be a soldier - Zelenska

Olena Zelenska is in the US where she raised the plight of other children in the conflict. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UGN6aLt

Spanish bull run: Three dead in 24 hours in Valencia hospitals

The men had all been wounded recently during the Valencia region's annual festival. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DIkMag8

Nord Stream: Key Russian pipeline resumes pumping gas to Europe

There had been fears Moscow would not restart flows in response to sanctions over the Ukraine war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TrGMZdD

Ranil Wickremesinghe: Sri Lanka sees new president sworn into office

The ex-prime minister is seen as unpopular but some protesters say they'll give him a chance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/unvpA0G

World's oldest male giant panda in captivity dies in Hong Kong zoo

An An was euthanized aged 35 - the equivalent of 105 years in human age. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8BnZILx

EU told to prepare for Russian gas shut-off

Countries urged to cut use by 15% until March, with the target becoming mandatory if Russia halts supplies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Pdiv76w

El Salvador gangs: State of emergency extended again

The controversial measures introduced to combat gangs have led to more than 46,000 arrests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ypBhlKi

Ranil Wickremesinghe: Can Sri Lanka's new president unity?

Ranil Wickremesinghe has the top job he's dreamed of all his life - the challenges he faces are huge. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cO6NGRz

Sri Lanka: Parliament votes for new president amid crisis

Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe is the frontrunner - but deeply unpopular with the public. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lt3q9Fx

Covid in China: Officials sorry for break-ins amid hunt for contacts

Authorities in Guangzhou broke into residents' homes in the hunt for close contacts of positive cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FmbRyGk

Netflix expands plans to charge for shared accounts

The streaming service is looking for new ways to make money as growth slows. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OiYK5bF

Ukraine war: Zelensky widens purge of security services

Zelensky has dismissed several security chiefs as he seeks to root out Russian influence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/h01L95l

Heatwave: Living at 40C in Abuja, Delhi, Madrid and Sydney

Places where temperatures are usually higher have adapted their infrastructure and lifestyle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QYCXKWV

Sri Lanka's tea farmers struggle to survive

Tea is the island's biggest export, but the industry is being hard hit by the economic crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8AzwxVL

Ecuador jail violence: Fight at Bellavista kills 13

The deadly confrontation is the latest in a string of prison fights which have killed hundreds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RGIJS9e

Ukraine war: First lady in US for high-level meetings

Olena Zelenska will address Congress in person on Wednesday, four months after her husband's virtual speech. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tv1qUEL

Iranian film director told to serve six years in jail

The arrest of acclaimed film maker Jafar Panahi had been condemned by the Cannes Film Festival. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jYThdcA

Ukraine war: Putin to visit Iran in rare international trip

Russia's leader has confined his trips to the former USSR since the invasion of Ukraine in February. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lWEz17U

Heatwave: Warnings of 'heat apocalypse' in France

Temperatures could reach a record levels in areas of the southwest as a heatwave engulfs much of Europe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8AHXiye

Ukraine war: Shelling kills six in eastern town

The attack on Toretsk comes as heavy fighting continues in the east, with Russia slowly advancing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BweqNQr

Plane flips over after crash-landing in Somalia

There are no fatalities among the 30 people on board despite dramatic scenes at Mogadishu airport. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QjUkwyO

Pakistan: Former PM Imran Khan urges election after stunning Punjab poll win

The ousted former PM calls for early elections after his party wins a stunning victory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VJzBRah

Mexico mourns marines who crashed after drug lord's capture

Fourteen marines died in a helicopter crash after a mission to capture drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6LkwhYW

Sushmita Sen: Why 'gold digger' jibe caused outrage

One of India's most-loved beauty queens has been in the eye of a social media storm recently. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RfzeNQt

British rugby player found dead in Italy hotel

The former rugby league player is named in Italian media as the Briton found dead in Florence on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2hi8lbF

Several arrests at protest over dying Iranian lake

Once the world's second largest salt lake, farming and drought have reduced Lake Urmia to a trickle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SUEAiNc

Captured Briton John Harding appears in video in Ukraine

John Harding, in his fifties and from Sunderland, says he was told he could face the death penalty. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/X7Am9G0

BBC Africa Eye expose: Chinese man extradited to Malawi over racist videos

He was filmed using Malawian children to make videos, some of which included racist content. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cNjif8F

Heatwave: More evacuations as Mediterranean wildfires spread

Wildfires force France to evacuate some 14,000 people, as Spain, Croatia and Greece are also hit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ldPXf76

German Documenta art fair chief quits in anti-Semitism row

An Indonesian mural showing anti-Semitic figures caused a scandal at a modern art show in Kassel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ivr7Bac

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

Drivers in the crisis-hit nation tell of their mammoth waits amid a worsening fuel emergency. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/O3wCMs0

The striking photo that will define a visit

A photograph of Joe Biden and Mohammed bin Salman fist-bumping has gone viral - will their meeting be remembered for more? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0SYvNLu

Missile strike on Ukraine space plant in Dnipro kills three

Russian cruise missiles hit a space rocket plant in Dnipro and the city of Nikopol is also hit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eKydLmM

China heatwave: Shanghai workers swelter in 40C heat

Shanghai is one of dozens of cities across the country to issue extreme weather warnings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/v4pPUYt

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

The death of Donald Trump's first wife is ruled accidental amid reports that she fell down stairs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/flBtpRu

Europe heatwave: Deadly wildfires spread in Mediterranean

A firefighting pilot dies in Portugal and a big fire spreads near Spain's Costa del Sol. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/upCIDmq

Heatwave: National emergency declared after first red extreme heat warning

The heatwave is being treated as a national emergency and contingency plans are in place, No 10 says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IvueZCz

Palestinian people deserve a state of their own - Biden

The US president reiterates the United States' commitment to a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KItTYNS

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

Ripudaman Singh Malik was accused of involvement in Canada's worst terror attack that killed 329. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AhDlZCb

Pi Hanks learned Saving Private Ryan lines from helmet

Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg set up camp on an Irish beach 25 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UqfGu7H

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

After protesters breached official buildings this past week, misleading claims of other break-ins spiralled on social media. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KH0qQBz

Kenya election: TikTok and disinformation

How TikTok is being used by supporters of various political factions in the upcoming Kenyan elections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sHaX3cT

Biden: US prepared to use force to stop Iran getting nuclear arms

The US president makes the declaration in Israel, with both countries taking a firm stance on Iran. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VCKuZWs

Italy's PM Draghi on brink as crisis vote looms

His government nears collapse after a populist coalition party plans to pull out of a confidence vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UGFif41

Netflix and Microsoft team up for cheaper plan with adverts

In April, the firm said subscriber numbers had fallen for the first time in more than a decade. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/i1yEo2c

Sri Lanka protests: President Rajapaksa leaves Maldives for Singapore

The president had fled to the Maldives a day earlier amid mass protests in Sri Lanka. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VQGKwgt

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

A mass grave containing 17.5 tonnes of ashes is unearthed in Poland, close to a former Nazi camp. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SjqQknP

Uefa Liverpool final: String of errors in French handling, says report

A French Senate inquiry finds Liverpool fans were unfairly blamed for the failings at the stadium. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6zR4K8N

Battle of Waterloo skeletons uncovered in Belgium

The remains of humans and horses from the crucial 1815 battle are found in Belgium. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BcoxtQj

Sri Lanka: Inside the prime minister's office stormed by protesters

The BBC's Rajini Vaidyanathan is with the protesters who flooded into the PM's office in Colombo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/amXjBIq

The Eagles: Three men charged with plot to sell stolen Hotel California lyrics

The stolen manuscripts contained the lyrics to the US rock band's hit album Hotel California. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pY3yb5A

Mexico to spend $1.5bn on modernising US border

A "bold programme" is needed to deal with the migrants crossing the border, Mexico's president says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4MWVRt8

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

Tough talks are needed to reopen safe cargo routes for the grain that Russia has trapped in Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q72cFOL

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

Years after the notorious leader's election defeat, his alleged victims are still searching for justice. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GlDo0Tn

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

Sri Lanka's PM Ranil Wickremesinghe has declared a state of emergency in the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xKen6YG

What did Shinzo Abe mean to Japan?

The former PM is known for his signature "Abenomics" economic policy, but his legacy lies in national security. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DNSsrYj

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

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go! from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ios0wJa

Hong Kong: Activist with cancer jailed for Olympic protest attempt

The 75-year-old was arrested in February for planning a peaceful protest against the Beijing Olympics from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ta5VxrK

Heathrow limits passenger numbers over summer

The UK's biggest airport has been struggling to cope with the rebound in demand for air travel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/s0qWODE

National emblem: Ferocious lions' statue on new parliament raises eyebrows

PM Narendra Modi has unveiled a bronze cast of India's national emblem on top of the new parliament building. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TrVLM3J

French Fécamp 'precious blood' relics recovered after abbey theft

Catholics were shocked when an artefact said to contain drops of Jesus's blood was stolen in France. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/79e3ShD

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

The Olympic star says the name Mohamed Farah was given to him by a stranger who flew him to the UK. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/b1ywrV8

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

- July 11, 2022

The family of 79-year-old José Eduardo dos Santos alleged there was a plot to kill him. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gKysr6l

Swiggy identifies 'mystery' horse-rider from viral video

- July 11, 2022

A viral video had showed an unknown man on a horse carrying the food delivery aggregator's bag. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CaTgYL

Faroe Islands to limit dolphin hunt after outcry

The practice has been under scrutiny after more than 1,400 dolphins were killed in one day last year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cEokAD0

Uber Files: Massive leak reveals how top politicians secretly helped Uber

Emmanuel Macron is among leaders who helped the ride-hailing company disrupt new markets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ELzHsk0

Inside the presidential house now full of Sri Lankans

Sri Lankans have been touring the luxury presidential residence in Colombo after protesters stormed it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YK1M53R

Austrian Grand Prix: Formula 1 to investigate claims of abuse

Formula 1 will investigate claims that some spectators at the Austrian Grand Prix suffered discriminatory abuse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2a7j8YR

Novak Djokovic beats Nick Kyrgios to win Wimbledon title

Novak Djokovic underlines his recent dominance at Wimbledon with a composed fightback against Nick Kyrgios to win a fourth straight title. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fRj7GW0

Sri Lanka: 'The protests have changed thinking for the better'

Sri Lankan women tell the BBC of their hopes that the protests will have a positive impact on people's lives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/M0i8kKY

Sri Lanka: Protesters 'will occupy palace until leaders go'

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa promised to resign in a few days, but protesters are sceptical. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Vx2XMN7

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

Many are also feared to be trapped in the rubble of the apartment block in eastern Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HuYsLDl

South Africa: Fifteen shot dead in Soweto township bar

The victims are believed to be between 19 and 35 years old, with several more in a critical condition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/s5Sopb6

Sri Lanka crowd breaks Rajapaksa grip on power

Sri Lanka's leaders flee from an angry crowd - extraordinary for a country tainted by political repression. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dfOJApe

Sri Lanka: President Rajapaksa to resign after palace stormed

Thousands of protesters have been demanding the PM and president quit over the country's economic crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/a2lLHwg

Politician Tajzadeh and two film directors arrested in Iran

Iranian authorities arrest reformist Mostafa Tajzadeh and two film directors over protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/V95hmej

Ukraine reports heavy Russian missile strikes in east and south

Civilian areas are hit again in several cities and police say Russia is setting crops ablaze. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HsGkdhy

Shinzo Abe killing: Security was flawed, Japan police say

Japan is in shock after former PM Shinzo Abe was assassinated during a campaign speech. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nQxl75B

Paul Kagame to seek fourth term as president of Rwanda

He says he will consider "running for another 20 years" after 22 years in office already. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/c5AdSjK

Sri Lanka crisis: Demonstrators take over presidential residence

Thousands of demonstrators have taken over President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's home in Colombo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5WSY9v3

Sri Lanka: Protesters storm President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's residence

Thousands of protesters are demanding President Rajapaksa quit over the country's economic crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sbu9G8y

Angola’s José Eduardo dos Santos: The flawed 'architect of peace'

José Eduardo dos Santos was praised for bringing peace but sullied his reputation clinging to power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TMnkDux

Shinzo Abe: How the former Japan PM's assassination unfolded

How a gunman attacked and fatally shot the former Japanese PM during a campaign rally. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GI9SqXJ

Shinzo Abe: The moment a gunshot is heard

Japan's former PM Shinzo Abe has been shot at an event in Japan's western city of Nara. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SqGNIvQ

James Caan: Hollywood pays tribute to late Godfather actor

Al Pacino, Francis Ford Coppola and Robert De Niro lead the tributes to the late Godfather actor. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bA43ZMO

Shinzo Abe death: Shock killing that could change Japan forever

The killing of the former PM has raised questions in a country where people don't think about violent crime. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iCKJDny

The legacy of Japan's longest serving PM

A contentious nationalist, he is known for his signature economic reforms and an assertive foreign policy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/H3v1KCO

Boris Johnson: World reacts as UK PM endgame unfolds

President Putin's spokesman says "he doesn't like us and we don't like him either". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wufZd9n

Genoa bridge: Hopes for new Italy as disaster trial opens

Families of the 43 people killed look for justice four years after a Genoa highway bridge collapsed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yarTkDM

Nicaragua expels Mother Teresa's nuns in latest crackdown

The Missionaries of Charity nuns left after their organisation was stripped of its legal status. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cEKjYXC

Brittney Griner: Basketball star's wife calls on US to secure her release

The US basketball star detained on drugs charges will not get justice in Russia, her wife says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LEPpVAW

Egypt arrests organisers of joke 'Helwan Real Batman Battle' event

Four people who set up a Facebook event to find "the real Batman" are charged with "planning a riot". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CHMaeUW

Nicki Minaj's husband Kenneth Petty sentenced to one-year house arrest

Kenneth Petty, who failed to update his sex offender status when the couple moved, was also fined. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LJrVUDS

Syria: Russian UN veto could threaten aid deliveries to 3m people

Russia threatens to block a Security Council resolution keeping open a key cross-border aid route. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XstgmJZ

Ukraine-Russia war: Civilians flee frontline city as Russians advance

Residents are told to leave the big Ukrainian city of Slovyansk after a deadly Russian attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1J26MYu

Rocco Morabito: Fugitive mobster handed over to Italy

Rocco Morabito, one of Italy's most wanted men, will serve 30 years after being arrested in Brazil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lCScjRV

South Africa tavern deaths: Tears for teenagers at mass funeral in East London

Thousands attend a service in South Africa for 21 children who died mysteriously at a nightclub. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sPczrG4

Friends creator says show used wrong pronouns for Chandler's trans parent

Marta Kauffman says it was a mistake not to use female pronouns for Chandler's transgender parent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HfsWXln

China suspends officials for 'ignoring' alleged baby abduction

The case of a baby who was allegedly abducted from his parents by local officials has sparked outrage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2vwpHra

Mumbai: Heavy rains bring Indian city to a standstill

Millions are battling flooding and overflowing sewers as monsoon rains lash India's financial capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FUVKcyL

Mali coup: How junta got Ecowas economic sanctions lifted

Why West African leaders agreed to drop the economic sanctions imposed on Mali after a coup. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TXyvNdf

UK economic outlook has deteriorated, Bank of England warns

- July 05, 2022

But banks are well-placed to weather even a severe economic downturn, the Bank of England says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/S0i7Cat

Shireen Abu Aqla: US report on journalist's death unacceptable, family says

- July 05, 2022

The US has concluded the journalist was likely to have been hit by unintentional Israeli gunfire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5PAqRwe

Chinese property developers accept farm produce for homes

- July 05, 2022

China's once-booming property market has been hit hard by the country's zero-Covid policies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/t2g5eY4

Ukraine war in maps: Tracking the Russian invasion

Ukrainian troops are under heavy bombardment as Russian forces inch towards key targets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kBHFAe1

Rescuers try to save stranded cargo ship near Sydney

Teams have been deployed to rescue a cargo ship that is stranded off the coast of Australia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/br8RiDp

Kellogg's loses court case over sugary cereal supermarket offers

It means products like Crunchy Nut Cornflakes will not be allowed in end of aisle promotions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qAFBszn

Copenhagen shooting: Harry Styles fans praise Danish police for attack response

People near the scene of Sunday's shooting say police did a good job in getting them to safety. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lfWx6my

China: Buyout of UK's largest microchip plant raises concerns

Welsh microchip producer has become a front-line in the tech war between the West and China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AjkW5rY

Manipur landslide: 42 dead, 20 missing as rescue operations continue

Authorities in Manipur state say heavy rain and fresh landslides are hampering rescue efforts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bwfs7hD

Ukraine war: Russia claims capture of eastern city Lysychansk

Russia's military says it controls all of Luhansk region - but Ukraine does not confirm the claim. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fZsEo1y

At least five killed in Italian Marmolada glacier collapse

Emergency officials said another eight people have been injured, with two suffering serious injuries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pcD256A

Egypt: Red Sea beaches close after deadly shark attack

Two women tourists died after being attacked while swimming near the Egyptian city of Hurghada. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1egQKfp

Wimbledon: Roger Federer and former champions celebrate 100 years of Centre Court

Wimbledon marks 100 years of its Centre Court with a musical celebration and guest appearances from a host of former champions, including Roger Federer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cChLtmy

Sydney floods: Tens of thousands told to evacuate

Tens of thousands of residents have been told to evacuate their homes in Australia's biggest city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cd2VaFP

Crew member of sinking ship airlifted to safety

Over two dozen crew are still missing after an engineering vessel split in two in the South China Sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DxWJVIM

Lysychansk: Heavy fighting rages in Ukraine-held eastern city

Ukrainian forces say they are being pounded by Russian heavy artillery as they battle to keep the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HPXglJB

Durban July: South Africa's most fashionable horse race returns

Tens of thousands of South Africans head for the Durban July after a two-year break for Covid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LDNZzIp

War in Ukraine: Can we say how many people have died?

Russia and Ukraine have different claims of how many people have died in the conflict. The BBC explores the data. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HOjiW7C

Hormozgan: Quake near southern Iran coast kills five

A strong earthquake rocks Hormozgan province, killing five and wrecking a village near the coast. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6XYGyeF

New York overhauls gun laws after Supreme Court ruling

The restrictions adopted in New York are likely to end up in another legal challenge. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/spO3doX

Gambia bans all timber exports to combat rosewood smuggling

In 2020, the BBC revealed that vast quantities of protected rosewood were being trafficked from Senegal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1Lji5qc

Jerry Hall files for divorce from Rupert Murdoch

The model cited "irreconcilable differences" with the media tycoon in court papers filed in California. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QbM1t2D

Julian Assange submits High Court appeal to fight extradition

The Wikileaks founder seeks to appeal against a decision to extradite him over leaked files. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZUYvrBP

Brittney Griner: Detained US basketball star appears in Russian court on drug charges

If convicted on drugs charges Brittney Griner faces up to 10 years in prison. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PpZHNvn

Bison attacks woman at Yellowstone National Park

It is the second such incident in three days in the US park. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/STQoys5

Watch: The moment a Landslide descends on town in Peru

No deaths or serious injures are reported, but authorities are searching for people who may be missing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/s5wviBE

Ukraine war: Russian missile strikes kill 18 in Odesa region - emergency service

The overnight strikes hit a residential building and a recreation centre in a village, Ukraine says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/V5eWUKO

John Lee: Who is Hong Kong's new hardline pro-Beijing leader?

The ex-security chief was essentially handpicked by Beijing and is set to prioritise law enforcement. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Oaqk8uV

Nupur Sharma: India court says Prophet row 'set country on fire'