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Burkina Faso's war against militant Islamists
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US energy department rebrands gas exports 'molecules of freedom'
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Hungary: Three dead after boat capsizes on the Danube
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Israel to hold fresh election as Netanyahu fails to form coalition
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'If we had confidence the President did not commit a crime, we would have said so'
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Myanmar military accused of fresh war crimes in Rakhine
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Ellen DeGeneres opens up about sexual abuse
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Malaysia orders tonnes of imported waste to be returned
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Trump supporters build US-Mexico barrier
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Georgia's Saakashvili has Ukrainian citizenship restored
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Leech smuggling: Canada fines man after 4,700 carried on plane
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North Korea: UN report says people 'trapped in cycle of corruption'
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Japan knife attack: 'I saw children screaming and crying'
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'Holy Spirit' saves German driver from speeding fine
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Japan knife attack: Children stabbed in Kawasaki park
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Man dies on plane after ingesting 246 cocaine bags
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Malawi election: President Mutharika re-elected after court battle
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Romania corruption: PSD chief Liviu Dragnea jailed
The head of the ruling PSD party, Liviu Dragnea, loses his appeal against a corruption conviction. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X...
North Korea launches its own whisky
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Albino panda spotted in China
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Cracks open up as earthquake hits Peru
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Rohingya massacre: Myanmar grants soldiers early release
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Trump in Japan: US president backs Abe-Kim talks
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Scores dead or missing as DR Congo boat sinks
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Sebastian Kurz, Austrian leader, faces removal in confidence vote
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Migrant boy who died after detention at US border buried
The two-and-a-half-year-old boy from Guatemala died after he was held in US custody at the border. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2J...
Ethiopia apologises for map that erases Somalia
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France Lyon: Police arrest suspect in parcel bomb attack which hurt 13
A suspected parcel bomb packed with shrapnel exploded on Friday, injuring 13 people. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HYfwZn
European elections: anti-EU forces and Green wave
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Fiat Chrysler proposes merger with Renault
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Fighting between inmates at Brazil prison kills 15
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Anthony Albanese: Australia's Labor opposition elects new leader
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Somalia's frightening network of Islamist spies
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Memorial Day: America's strained salute to its black veterans
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Has Narendra Modi ended dynastic politics in India?
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European elections 2019: Power blocs lose grip on Parliament
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A night shift in the hospital on the frontline of the fight against malaria. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EBttLI
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European Elections 2019: Romanians across Europe queue at polling stations
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Oklahoma tornado: Aerial footage shows the aftermath
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Ex-boss of Ethiopia's notorious Jail Ogaden arrested
The man who ran a jail where suspected separatists were reportedly tortured is captured in Somalia. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
Colorado: Boulders 'the size of a building' hit US road
A huge rock slide caused an enormous trench in the road in Colorado, making it impassable. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2whSxmw
Nepal says overcrowding not 'sole reason' for Everest death toll rise
The department of tourism said other factors such as weather conditions were involved. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Wio9qX
Oklahoma tornado: Two killed and several injured in El Reno
Rescue efforts continue as officials assess the "devastating" aftermath. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30Mwsug
Sudan rebel leader returns despite death sentence
Yasir Arman returns weeks after President al-Bashir was ousted and could take part in peace talks. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X...
Nepal explosions kill three in capital Kathmandu
The twin blasts also injured five others, police say, but the cause is not yet clear. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JERYvS
Cannes: Briton dies following yacht collision
A 29-year-old man died when two yachts collided off the coast of Cannes, France. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30MWaic
Trump presents a custom-made trophy
President Trump attended the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament as part of his trip to Japan. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EyF2DA
Islamic State: Iraq sentences French citizens to death
The three men were found guilty of joining the militant group. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HCQZdt
In Pictures: Donald Trump enjoys sumo tournament in Japan
Images from Tokyo where the US president witnessed traditional Japanese wrestling on his four-day visit. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Thailand's influential ex-PM Prem Tinsulanonda dies at 98
Prem Tinsulanonda, 98, is remembered as one of the most influential figures in modern Thai politics. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Final voting under way in European elections
First results are due on Sunday evening in a vote where nationalists seek to change the balance of power. from BBC News - World https://bb...
Venezuela crisis: Delegates to meet for Norway peace talks
Government and opposition delegates are returning to Norway to try to resolve the political crisis. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
Ali Dorani: Iranian cartoonist on the drawings that saved his life
Ali Dorani fled Iran only to find himself trapped in the controversial Manus Island detention camp. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Peter O'Neill resigns
Peter O'Neill stands down after a series of defections from his government to the opposition. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YO...
The intimacy coordinator that helps choreograph sex scenes
Ita O'Brien is the BBC's first "intimacy director" and has worked on new BBC drama Gentleman Jack. from BBC News - World...
Trump dismisses North Korean tests of 'some small weapons'
During state visit to Japan, the US president put himself at odds with his hosts and his own advisers. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
German Jews warned not to wear kippas after rise in anti-Semitism
Official urges Jews to not wear traditional skullcaps following a sharp rise in anti-Semitism. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HCgPx...
Divorce referendum: Ireland votes to liberalise laws
In a referendum, voters overwhelmingly back changes to the constitution to make divorce easier. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X8IU...
Rescued hiker: 'It came down to life and death and I had to chose'
A hiker who was found alive more than two weeks after she went missing in Hawaii speaks from hospital. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
Israel protests: Thousands rally against Netanyahu immunity
Protesters gather in Tel Aviv to rally against moves to safeguard the PM from corruption cases. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X7We...
Why my 93-year-old gran is learning to fly
WW2 veteran Mollie Macartney is still pursuing an active life - and is inspiring her granddaughter to do the same. from BBC News - World h...
Trump in Japan: Sumo, barbecue and an imperial audience
Japanese PM Shinzo Abe is pulling out all the stops for his country's closest ally. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2W49kbT
Why Huawei's Google woes worry Africa
Will Africa's governments and consumers have to choose between using US and Chinese technology? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
Beach-lovers beware: Umbrellas injure thousands a year
Improperly installed beach umbrellas have sent more than 30,000 people to US hospitals in a decade. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
How will Modi handle India's economy?
With an even bigger electoral mandate India's new government is in a position to push ahead with reforms. from BBC News - World https:...
Saudi women runners push boundaries on the streets
Jeddah Running Community is one of a growing number of mixed gender Saudi Arabian running groups. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Xc...
Is the voice assistant on your phone sexist?
BBC's Megha Mohan finds out why voice assistant technologies often have female voices. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X5FD6Y
Cannes: Palme d'Or goes to Bong Joon-ho's Parasite
The South Korean director won the prestigious award for his dark comedy thriller, Parasite. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X0UKhX
Moby-Natalie Portman row: 'Inconsiderate' DJ apologises
The actress denied dating Moby as a teenager, and called his behaviour "inappropriate". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Qn...
South Africa's President Ramaphosa sworn in
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa was inaugurated at an event which included a flypast and military parade. from BBC News - Wor...
Russia ordered to release Ukraine sailors
The chances of Moscow complying with the UN tribunal's ruling are thought to be minimal. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EvEPRm ...
South Africa's President Ramaphosa vows 'new era' at inauguration
The president promises to tackle corruption and bring about "hope and renewal". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HWHtjY
Mount Agung: Flights resume after Bali volcano disruption
Mount Agung erupted on Friday, causing some flight cancellations and delays. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2QoHwJx
Everest: British man among latest mountain deaths
Ten people have now died climbing the world's highest peak this season, amid reports of overcrowding. from BBC News - World https://bb...
Hawaii hiker found alive after two weeks missing
Amanda Eller, 35, had not been seen since 8 May but was discovered by rescuers on Friday. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2K41EPG
Austria scandal: Lawyer says he was part of Ibiza sting
The lawyer says it was a "civil society-driven project" but has not revealed who was behind it. from BBC News - World https://bb...
Why is Norway the land of electric cars?
We look at how the Scandinavian country is streets ahead of others when it comes to electric cars. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2K...
How the microscope became a million dollar idea
The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the microscope became a million dollar idea. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EuocWn
US judge blocks funds for Trump border wall plan
The move temporarily halts the use of $1bn of defence department funds in Arizona and Texas. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EzEpd0 ...
Jayme Closs case: Man gets life for murder and kidnapping
The 13-year-old was discovered 88 days after Jake Patterson killed her parents and kidnapped her. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2wh...
At least 25 dead in clashes at Venezuelan prison
Rights groups says 20 police officers were also wounded in the violent clashes. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30HI95A
Gay rights in Kenya: 'Why our fight isn't over'
A Kenyan campaigner says he won't be deterred by a court ruling that upheld a ban on gay sex. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2K3...
How Sydney's pools became the envy of the world
Sydney has more ocean swimming pools than any other city - a product of "unique" historic factors. from BBC News - World https:/...
ICYMI: Gardening goats and cute tiger cubs
Some of the stories you may have missed this week. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YOLGx7
Why Charlie Brooker says the news is copying Black Mirror
The Netflix series writer, Charlie Brooker, jokes he and executive producer Annabel Jones should sue "the news". from BBC News -...
Trump to clear $8bn Saudi weapons sale over Iran tensions
The president evokes a legal loophole to push through the arms deal without Congressional approval. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
We Are Middlesbrough: Pregnant teenagers tell their story
Robyn used to drink and smoke marijuana, but says her impending little girl changed her life. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HWS2E3...
Boston museum sorry for racist 'no watermelons' remark
A teacher accuses staff at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston of racism towards her pupils. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2K0Iiew
US groups sue Alabama over 'extreme' abortion ban
The lawsuit was expected and is part of a conservative strategy to re-examine federal abortion law. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3...
Why did a stranger break into a house to clean it?
Nate came home to the smell of cleaning products and toilet paper roses. He doesn't know who did it. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Trump: US to send 1,500 extra troops to Middle East
The Trump administration plans to send 1,500 troops to the Middle East amid tensions with Iran. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30GKZ...
India college fire kills at least 17 students
Footage shows teenagers falling and jumping from the blaze, which also left about 20 people injured. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
France Lyon: 'Parcel bomb' injures people
A suspected parcel bomb injures at least six people in the eastern French city of Lyon, reports say. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Mt Everest: Why the summit can get so crowded
A picture gives a glimpse into the conditions facing climbers at the top of the world. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VKVSER
Mona Lisa 'brought to life' with deepfake AI
Samsung makes a moving Mona Lisa from a single photo using AI technology. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2QnBbO9
Kenya upholds law criminalising gay sex
The judges reject claims that a colonial-era law violated the constitution. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HOs1GK
Lance Armstrong: I wouldn't change a thing about doping
Lance Armstrong says he "wouldn't change a thing" about the doping that helped him win and then saw him stripped of seven Tour...
Paul Whelan: Ex-US marine alleges abuse in Russia spy case
Paul Whelan claims he is "constantly subjected" to abuse and harassment in jail in Russia. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
EU 'failed' over UK's Brexit vote, says Juncker
The EU Commission chief says Brussels should have got more involved in Britain's EU membership vote. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Sinikiwe Kademaunga: 'Don't associate disability with poverty'
Blogger Sinikiwe Kademaunga was born with a condition that stopped the growth of her limbs. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WmEniG
Iran police arrest 30 at private yoga class
The mixed group was detained in Gorgan after an event, which was advertised on Instagram. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JEA4ZV
'Sabotaged' tanker in Gulf of Oman leaked oil
A satellite spotted an oil slick trailing from a tanker mysteriously attacked off the UAE on 12 May. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
European elections 2019: Dutch Labour celebrate after vote
The centre-left Labour party hails a "bizarre comeback" based on exit polls in the Netherlands. from BBC News - World https://bb...
India general election 2019: What happened?
Analysis of the results of India's 2019 general election. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YR6kNj
Three more die on Everest amid overcrowding near summit
Seven have died climbing the world's highest peak in a week - more than for the whole of last year. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
'Why can only guys make movies?'
Meet the Latino female filmmakers flying the flag in "uncomfortable" times at Cannes. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2M7h5...
Viewpoint: What Assange charges could mean for press freedom
New US charges against the Wikileaks co-founder have massive implications, a legal expert argues. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HO...
Lift off for SpaceX rocket carrying 60 satellites
A Falcon-9 rocket launches from Florida, packed with 60 satellites capable of giving users on the ground high-speed connections to the inter...
Trump orders new powers for Attorney General's surveillance probe
The move gives new authority to the attorney general, who is investigating if Mr Trump was spied on. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Harvey Weinstein 'to settle with accusers for $44m'
The film producer reached a deal with women who say he sexually abused them, his lawyers tell media. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
'Perhaps life would be easier if I shaved, but why?’
Poet and transgender activist Alok Menon is often trolled for their appearance - but is defiant. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30B4...
What happens when women lawmakers are the majority?
Nevada is the first US state with more women legislators than men. It's affecting policy-making. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
School students walk out in global climate strike
Protests are under way in Australia and New Zealand but students from 110 countries are expected to participate. from BBC News - World htt...
Zakir Musa: India's 'most wanted' militant killed in Kashmir
Zakir Musa was the leader of what he called al-Qaeda's Kashmir cell and his death has brought protests. from BBC News - World https://...
SpaceX puts up 60 internet satellites
The California firm launches the first spacecraft in its multi-billion-dollar broadband project. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Wpz...
Majority in Brazil's top court to make homophobia and transphobia crimes
Six out of 11 judges vote in favour of making homophobia and transphobia equivalent to racism. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JZI5Y...
Rahul Gandhi: Is this the end of the Gandhi dynasty?
After Narendra Modi's stunning victory, is this the end for Congress party leader Rahul Gandhi? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
Trump says Huawei could be part of trade deal
Huawei could feature in a US-China trade pact despite being "very dangerous", says the US president. from BBC News - World https...
European Elections: What to watch out for in the results
Will the traditional powers hold on to a slim majority, or will the far right make gains the gains they hope for? from BBC News - World ht...
Taiwan gay marriage: Three couples and a wedding to celebrate equality
Three couples find a special way to celebrate Taiwan becoming the first place in Asia to legalise same-sex marriage. from BBC News - World...
Brazil's Barão de Cocais waits as dam nearby likely to collapse
Residents of Barão de Cocais have been warned that a nearby dam could burst at any moment. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WnSELW
How did six migrant children die on US border?
The six - all but one from Guatemala - were detained after they crossed the US southern border. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2wdVv...
Is Facebook undermining democracy in Africa?
Critics say the social media giant has allowed its platform to be weaponised during elections on the continent. from BBC News - World http...
Italy's ghost town that became a home for the poor
Italy's ghost town that became a home for people with no where else to go. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X0yNiR
Austria scandal: Mystery of the honey-trap video
Speculation is at fever pitch after a video results in the far right pulling out of Austria's government. from BBC News - World https:...
Blackpink: Meet the K-pop superstars backstage at their first UK tour
From their Spice Girls inspiration to Coachella: here's what we learned from K-pop stars Blackpink. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
Julian Assange: US files 17 new charges against Wikileaks co-founder
US unveils 17 new charges against Wikileaks co-founder Julian Assange, who is facing extradition from the UK. from BBC News - World https:...
Trudeau exonerates Cree chief of 1885 treason charge
Chief Poundmaker is now remembered as a peacemaker who prevented violence during a time of unrest. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2V...
Taiwan gay marriage: Three couples and a wedding to celebrate equality
Three couples celebrate Taiwan becoming the first place in Asia to legalise same-sex marriage. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2M6HtD...
India election 2019: Has India's BJP government kept its promises?
How has the Modi government in India matched up to its promises? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2I6oNRI
Ugandan capital Kampala bans street children donations
Kampala's mayor says a new law will curb the commercial and sexual exploitation of children. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VLr...
Egypt releases students held after exams protests
The high school students had been demonstrating against a new electronic exam system. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Whd09P
Quentin Tarantino 'rejects hypothesis' on Margot Robbie
The Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood director rejected a question about Margot Robbie's lack of lines in the movie. from BBC News - Wo...
India election 2019: Narendra Modi thanks voters for 'historic mandate'
The prime minister hails his party's commanding success at the polls as "a victory for India". from BBC News - World https:/...
Pelosi calls for family 'intervention' with Trump
The House of Representatives speaker also says she is concerned for the president's "well-being". from BBC News - World http...
Baltimore government held hostage by hackers' ransomware
The hack has disabled government email and payments to city departments, with no end in sight. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HROYZ...
Fifty children saved as international paedophile ring busted
Interpol believes 100 more children have suffered abuse and is working to identify them. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2MfdVDY
In pictures: Brazilian inmates create fashion behind bars
Models parade clothes designed and created by inmates of a maximum security jail in Brazil. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YOmRl5
John Walker Lindh: Anger as 'American Taliban' freed
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says John Walker Lindh's early release is "unconscionable". from BBC News - World https://...
Boeing 737 Max: FAA says no fixed timetable for grounding to be lifted
US aviation regulator says he is "not tied to a timetable" over when the Boeing jet can fly again. from BBC News - World https:/...
Venice police move Banksy street stall
Banksy has released a video on social media of some new artwork in Venice, Italy. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30G3zjh
Geoffrey Rush: Actor wins biggest ever defamation payout in Australia
Oscar-winner Geoffrey Rush is awarded A$2.9M over allegations printed in an Australian newspaper. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YK...
Celebrations after Prime Minister Modi wins Indian election
Prime Minister Narendra Modi secured another five-year term in a landslide general election. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2we8TMX ...
The Tiger Who Came To Tea author Judith Kerr dies
Judith Kerr published more than 30 books over a 50-year career, dreaming up a tiger story to amuse her two children. from BBC News - World...
We're Going to Ibiza revived as protest hit in Austria scandal
The Vengaboys' 1999 Eurodance hit enjoys a new lease of life thanks to Austria's political crisis. from BBC News - World https://b...
Healthy dog put down to be buried with owner in Virginia, US
Employees of a US animal shelter tried to find an alternative after the dog owner died. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Qiol3O
Why Iraqi comedy shows are booming
Recent Iraqi shows have been gaining millions of views but face risks and obstacles in the conservative country from BBC News - World http...
Woman aged 102 suspected of care home murder
A 102-year-old is thought to have battered and strangled her 92-year-old female neighbour. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X4dmOe
Trump to Pelosi: 'I don't do cover-ups'
Mr Trump called the accusations a "takedown attempt of the president of the United States". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Tackling the world's single-use plastic problem
Tackling the world's single-use plastic problem from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2M3RilK
Clotilda wreck: 'Last US slave ship' found in Alabama
The wreck of the Clotilda, which smuggled slaves to the US, is found after a year-long search. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30FGZr...
Missouri weather: 'Violent' US tornado kills three people
Extensive damage is expected from the storm which has struck the state's capital, Jefferson City. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Manus Island: Refugee 'suicide attempts' in wake of Australia election
Migrants sent to Papua New Guinea and Nauru are facing increasing despair, refugee advocates say. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VL...
General election results 2019 live
Voters will find out if the BJP or the opposition will form the next government. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EpdWhU
Indian election 2019 on the BBC: How to follow the results
Viewing and listening guide to the Indian general election results on the BBC. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VHAIYj
US border: Sixth death of migrant child in custody
A 10-year-old girl from El Salvador died under US care in September in a previously unreported case. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Panasonic 'suspends transactions' with Huawei after US ban
US restrictions on Chinese telecoms giant Huawei are having a ripple effect across the tech industry. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Not your average police chase
A woman stole a motorhome and wreaked havoc while police gave chase for half-an-hour in Los Angeles. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
New US $20 bill with anti-slavery activist Harriet Tubman delayed
The Trump administration says the new redesign, due next year, has been postponed until 2028. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2M0dwVv...
John Walker Lindh: What happens when you release a 'traitor'?
The 'American Taliban' will leave prison after 17 years - some are concerned about what he will do now. from BBC News - World http...
Feeling the impact of Trump's foreign worker squeeze
US firms say President Trump has made it harder to hire the skilled foreign workers they need. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VEeJ4...
Homes hanging over river bank in Oklahoma
Severe flooding has hit the state of Oklahoma after tornadoes tore across the country in recent days. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Botswana lifts ban on elephant hunting
The government cites a growing conflict between humans and the animals, which at times destroy crops. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Ozone layer: Banned CFCs traced to China say scientists
Atmospheric observations pinpoint eastern China as the source of rise in ozone-destroying chemicals. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
India elections 2019: Voters to find out if Modi returns as PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has campaigned hard to retain the commanding majority he won in 2014. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Y...
Michael Avenatti: Stormy Daniels lawyer charged with defrauding her
The US lawyer is accused of misappropriating funds from the porn star he represented, prosecutors say. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
Chagos Islands dispute: UN backs end to UK control
In a non-binding vote, the General Assembly demands the UK give the islands back to Mauritius. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Hw6dR...
Russian city of Yekaterinburg rejects plan to build church in park
Residents of a city in the Urals vote against a proposal to build a cathedral in a beloved park. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HKe...
Israeli researchers brew 'ancient beer' with antique yeast
Researchers in Israel hope to make a beer brewed with ancient yeast available in shops. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WhPJV7
India’s six-week election in two minutes
If you haven’t been paying much attention, here’s what you've missed. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2M4aO1n
Trump hits back at Democratic claims of 'cover-up'
Mr Trump called the accusations a "takedown attempt of the president of the United States". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Philippines' Duterte orders rubbish sent back to Canada
A spokesman for the president says the Philippines is ready to dump the rubbish off Canada's shores. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Prada to stop using fur from next year
The Italian fashion house will no longer use fur from next year, joining the list of fur-free brands. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
US lawmaker 'punched wife for not undressing quickly enough'
A Mississippi lawmaker allegedly left his wife with a bloody nose in an argument over sex. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X8a0cI
Ralph Northam: Inquiry into racist photo inconclusive
Investigators cannot decide if Virginia's Ralph Northam was either individual in the explosive image. from BBC News - World https://bb...
Iranian singer gets summons over solo performance
Iranian female singer faces court summons over solo public performance. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JUAwTm
Tesla 'hires' witty museum sheep tweeter
Social media expert who propelled The Museum of English Rural Life to global fame is snapped up by Tesla. from BBC News - World https://bb...
Natalie Portman denies Moby's 'creepy' dating claims
The actress denies dating Moby as a teenager, and calls his behaviour "inappropriate". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HvV...
North Korea's Joe Biden 'imbecile' insult and what it tells us
Calling the former vice-president a "fool of low IQ" is part of North Korea's propaganda strategy. from BBC News - World htt...
Farishta: Outrage over Pakistan child murder
The father of a girl in Islamabad who was abducted and killed says police did little to find her. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JW...
Gabon timber scandal: How 300 containers of kevazingo went missing
Gabon's president sacks his vice-president and forestry minister amid a timber-smuggling scandal. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Ukraine's Zelensky picks TV colleagues for presidential staff
A script writer, producer, and TV company founder join Volodymyr Zelensky's staff. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X0RwuW
New Zealand parliament shocked by assault allegations
Some 14 people tell an inquiry they suffered sexual assault working in New Zealand's parliament. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
How a secret recording sparked a crisis
Austria's far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) has pulled out of the ruling coalition, days after a secret video featuring party members emerge...
Italian teen released after killing abusive father
Deborah Sciacquatori, 19, acted in self-defence in an episode of domestic abuse, say prosecutors. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YH...
Game of Thrones: How much do women speak in the show?
The show's actresses get considerably less time speaking on screen than the actors, data suggests. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
Taiwan 'Tank Man' marks Tiananmen crackdown anniversary
An inflatable installation in Taiwan marks 30 years since China's crackdown on democracy activists. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
Tear gas fired as Indonesia protest turns violent
A peaceful protest against the Indonesian election result turned violent overnight in Jakarta. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2QeeRX...
Binyavanga Wainaina: Kenyan author and gay rights activist dies
Prize-winning writer and critic Binyavanga Wainaina dies at the age of 48. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HMPcRD
Nike cancels 'Puerto Rico' shoe over Panama indigenous design
The shoe was to be a tribute to Puerto Rico but featured a design from an indigenous group in Panama. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Huawei faces break with key chip maker
Chinese company dealt "insurmountable" blow as chip designer says it must comply with US trade ban. from BBC News - World https:...
'Meteor' captured on camera over Australia
It was seen be people from South Australia to Adelaide on Tuesday night. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YN16lH
The US abortion battle explained in three minutes
Alabama banned all abortions but what does that mean for women across the US going forward? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Wi5XNV
US border: Calls for inquiry after teen dies in detention
The 16-year-old is the fifth child to die after being detained at the border since December. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X5fXrf ...
Fighting for LGBT rights in Uganda
When Ugandan MPs tried to introduce life imprisonment and the death penalty for gay sex, a small group of activists spoke out. Victor Mukasa...
Boeing 737 Max: China's top airlines seek compensation
China was the first country to ground the 737 Max in March after two fatal crashes involving the jets. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
Man Booker International Prize: Jokha Alharthi is first Arabic winner
Omani author Jokha Alharthi takes the £50,000 prize for her novel Celestial Bodies. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X6GfJi
Nipsey Hussle: Jury indicts man in rapper's fatal shooting
Nipsey Hussle was shot dead outside his Los Angeles clothes shop in March. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WgFO1V
Novak Djokovic: How 1999 Nato bombings of Belgrade shaped his career
An in-depth look at Novak Djokovic's rise, from growing up in a war-torn country to becoming the world's best male tennis player. ...
India election 2019: 'I want child marriage to end'
Saidabo Sayyad says her first vote will go to a politician who ends child marriage in India. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JSm3XV ...
US firms in China fear 'retaliation' against Huawei curbs: AmCham
A top lobby group says US firms in China are worried about Beijing's response to curbs on Huawei. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Indonesia arrests dozens after violent post-election clashes
Police fired tear gas after peaceful mass rallies against the re-election of President Joko Widodo turned violent. from BBC News - World h...
Philippine mid-terms: Duterte consolidates grip on power
A landslide for his allies gives him power to push policies such as restoring the death penalty. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HMw...
In pictures: Protests across US against abortion bans
Thousands of people protest in several cities against tough laws restricting terminations. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2wbMqQP
Virginia Uber driver was Somali war criminal - jury
Thirty-one years after he was left for dead, one of the taxi-driver's victims has his day in court. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
The mothers fighting to get their children back from Lebanon
The BBC met three mothers who have all had their children taken to Lebanon by their former partners. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Yemen war: UN appeals to Houthi rebels over aid
Vital food aid is being diverted by some corrupt officials in Houthi-held areas, a UN official says. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
REO or Oreo? Ben Carson mistakes housing term for cookie
One is a real estate term. The other is a cookie. US Housing Secretary Ben Carson got them mixed up. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
The 'personality politics' of Narendra Modi and Donald Trump
The BBC's Rajini Vaidyanathan on how the cult of personality unites the Indian PM and the US president. from BBC News - World https://...
Being black in Nazi Germany
A new film explores the little-known story of Germany's mixed-race population in the 1930s and 1940s. from BBC News - World https://bb...
I never met my daughter's dad - she was his dying wish
Liat Malka was 35 and single when she decided she wanted a child. The sperm donor she found had died five years previously. from BBC News ...
Washington becomes first US state to legalise human composting
Under the new law, people can choose to have their body turned into soil after their death. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2M3pUnQ
Shoe giants urge Trump to end trade war
Nike and Adidas are among 170 firms who claim higher tariffs are 'catastrophic' for consumers. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
More impeachment calls as ex-White House lawyer skips hearing
After a former Trump White House lawyer refuses a subpoena, more Democrats call for impeachment. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WcO...
Canada zoo owner charged with animal cruelty
Lions, tigers, zebras, bears, kangaroos and wolves are among the animals seized for relocation. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Wfsn...
China's latest weapon in the trade war: Karaoke
A patriotic song by a retired official, about the ongoing China-US trade war, goes viral. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HuWlaw
'Twin tornadoes' spotted in Oklahoma
Like giant lawnmowers, more than a dozen twisters hit Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas, including two at once. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, Argentina ex-president, goes on trial
Cristina Fernández de Kirchner has dismissed the allegations as a politically motivated "smokescreen". from BBC News - World htt...
Libya crisis: UN warns battle for Tripoli is 'start of a bloody war'
The UN envoy says that unless the flow of arms to Libya stops there could be a descent into chaos. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2J...
Female-voice AI reinforces bias, says UN report
Voice assistants need to be gender-neutral argues a UN study. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HG3d3C
Iranian threats 'put on hold', says US defence chief
Acting US defence secretary says US actions have halted potential attacks, without giving details. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2W...
Pakistani children worst affected in HIV outbreak
More than 600 people, 75% them children, have been identified as HIV positive in less than a month. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
2019 Australia election: Liberal-National coalition secures majority
The majority win for the incumbent government caps off an election which defied predictions. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2QbVnmj ...
Germany sex trafficking: Thai forced prostitution trial begins
Four Thai women and a German man face charges including trafficking, exploitation and tax evasion. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2H...
Tributes paid to F1 legend Niki Lauda
John Watson, Jackie Stewart and Nico Rosberg lead the tributes to former world champion Niki Lauda following his death at the age of 70. f...
Huge bee colony removed from Spain bedroom
A couple in Spain has discovered the reason for the buzzing noise that's kept them awake at night - a massive bee colony behind their be...
Austrian political crisis prompts no-confidence vote
Austria's chancellor faces a vote on Monday after a secret video emerged of his coalition partner. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
Arthur: Alabama Public Television bans gay wedding episode
Alabama Public Television refuses to air a cartoon that features two male rats getting married. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WjoD...
Heart scan 'could pick up signs of sudden death risk'
Researchers used detailed images of the heart to look for signs of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Em0y...
Johnny Depp accuses Amber Heard of domestic abuse
The actor denies physically abusing his ex-wife in new court documents. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VT77Qu
Vibrator prize for Spanish squash champion spurs sexism debate
Women players say the prizes in the Asturias competition highlight problems of sexism in sport. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HLTC...
Five things to know about F1's Niki Lauda
The legendary Austrian, who was one of the best-known figures in motor racing, has died aged 70. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Qgl...
The Glyndebourne opera singer who started by chance
Chorus singer Darwin Prakash never intended to sing professionally until a chance meeting five years ago. from BBC News - World https://bb...
Hungary depriving asylum seekers of food - Council of Europe
The Council of Europe's Rights Commissioner accuses Hungary of a series of human rights violations. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
Aretha Franklin: Three wills discovered
The handwritten wills have been found Queen of Soul's Detroit home, a lawyer reveals. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WhFSP4
Catalan jailed MPs attend Spain parliament opening
In an extraordinary move Spain lets jailed Catalan politicians sit in the Madrid parliament. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2wbzx9i ...
Instagram: Facebook probes breach of millions of influencer accounts
An Indian company had stored the data of 49 million Instagram users in an unguarded online database. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Sherpa climbs Everest twice in a week, setting record 24 ascents
Kami Rita Sherpa broke his own record, climbing the mountain for the second time in one week. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Qf3P4a...
Michael Slater: Former Australia cricketer removed from flight
Michael Slater, now a popular Australian commentator, apologises for his "disruptive" behaviour. from BBC News - World https://b...
Niki Lauda obituary: 'A remarkable life lived in Technicolor'
A three-time Formula 1 world champion and non-executive chairman of the Mercedes team, Niki Lauda was one of the biggest names in motorsport...
NZ mosque attacker charged with terrorism
Christchurch mosque attacker Brenton Tarrant formally charged with terrorism in addition to 51 charges of murder from BBC News - World htt...
Ren Zhengfei says US government 'underestimates' Huawei
A dispute over Huawei has escalated with implications for the firm, the tech sector and consumers. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2H...
Indonesia election: Joko Widodo re-elected as president
President Joko Widodo wins a new term in Indonesia, amid fears of unrest and street protests. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JUeMqS...
Niki Lauda: Austrian F1 legend dies at 70
Former Formula 1 champion Niki Lauda has died aged 70, his family says. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Vyz7nz
Saving lives from Swansea to Bangladesh
Swansea-based RNLI lifeguard Darren Williams is on a mission to prevent children drowning in Bangladesh. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Venezuela crisis: Maduro proposes early National Assembly vote
Venezuela's embattled leader proposes an early election for the opposition-controlled body. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WdZH...
Malawi election: Voters weigh up choice in close race
Seven million Malawians are voting for a new president in one of the country's most unpredictable polls. from BBC News - World https:/...
How a new diet for gassy cows is helping the environment
Colombian farmers are piloting a way of raising cows that's better for the environment. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JSaHTP
Are barcodes the way to protect dementia patients?
How technology and community support is keeping people with dementia in Japan safe. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2wc4ZnW
Why Israel eyes the EU with distrust
Despite Israelis' love of Eurovision, many view Europe with distrust, says James Landale. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YDsgey...
India election 2019: The looming water crisis politicians ignore
Political parties in India promise water for everyone - but that could be a tough challenge from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2w91o9V
Miami Beach: The hedonistic spirit of the early 90s
Photographer Barry Lewis discovered the colourful world of Miami Beach and documented its rejuvenation. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
Sierra Leone: What is life for the prostitutes of Freetown?
Two prostitutes who work on the streets of Freetown tell their stories. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2QfH14j
India election 2019: Echoes of Trump in Modi's border politics
Narendra Modi and Donald Trump have used anti-immigration rhetoric to divide voters on national identity. from BBC News - World https://bb...
Morehouse College student: 'I want to change the world'
Dwytt Lewis is one of the 400 Morehouse College graduates whose debt is being wiped by a US billionaire. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Rise in global sea levels could have 'profound consequences'
Researchers say global sea levels may rise by 2m by the end of this century, double the current predictions. from BBC News - World https:/...
Martin Tower, former Bethlehem Steel headquarters, demolished
The 21-storey Martin Tower, former headquarters of a US steel company, is demolished in Pennsylvania. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Portugal police convicted of attack on black youths
Eight are found guilty of attacking six black youths in an immigrant neighbourhood near Lisbon in 2015. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
Manchester City fans cheer on heroes after treble triumph
Fans partied on the streets of Manchester as an open-top bus paraded through the city. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YEDFL0
Vincent Lambert: Life support must resume after court reverses ruling
Doctors began removing Vincent Lambert's life support after an earlier ruling, but must now resume it. from BBC News - World https://b...
Don McGahn: White House directs former lawyer not to testify
Donald McGahn told Robert Mueller that Mr Trump repeatedly tried to thwart his investigation. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Qd86oE...
Ahmed Abiy hosts glitzy fundraising dinner for the elite
Ethiopian Prime Minister Ahmed Abiy hosts a $173,000-a-head dinner in the capital Addis Ababa. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2HqxKD...
North Korean women 'forced into sex slavery' in China - report
Thousands of North Korean women and girls are forced to work in China's sex trade, says a new report. from BBC News - World https://bb...
Lake Malawi: The man saving baby fish from mosquito nets
Force Ngwira is fighting the use of mosquito nets for fishing, which depletes stocks in Lake Malawi. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Who just paid off 400 students' debt?
Who is the US philanthropist who paid off 400 students’ loans in a graduation speech this weekend? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2L...
Eurovision 2019: What happened to Madonna's performance?
The performance by Madonna, criticised by some, has popped up on her YouTube - and it sounds a bit different. from BBC News - World https:...
Eiffel Tower evacuated after man spotted climbing up its side
The Paris landmark has been evacuated and the police are on the scene. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JUaeAK
Frenchman sentenced to death over Indonesia drug smuggling
Félix Dorfin is convicted of trafficking about 3kg (6.6lb) of various drugs into Indonesia. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30ucOTX
What will sway Malawi's unpredictable election?
Seven million Malawians are registered for Tuesday's election - here are seven things about the poll. from BBC News - World https://bb...
Austrian government in turmoil over video scandal
Chancellor Kurz wrestles with a coalition crisis as his far-right ally is caught in a video sting. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2E...
Brazil violence: Gunmen kill 11 people in bar in Belém
Gunmen shoot dead 11 people in a bar in apparent retaliation for the deployment of federal forces. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2J...
Huawei's Android loss: How it affects you
Google's move to end business ties with Huawei will affect current devices and future purchases. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Trump's 'genocidal taunts' will not end Iran - Zarif
Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the US president should try showing Iranians some respect. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Cambodia re-enacts Khmer Rouge killings - in pictures
Actors pretend to slit throats on 20 May, an official holiday known as the "Day of Anger". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
US billionaire clears 400 student loans
Robert F Smith made the commitment to graduates at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WS5sqU
Ecuador hands over Julian Assange's belongings to US
The Wikileaks founder is facing extradition requests from Sweden and the US over separate accusations. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
Al Jazeera suspends journalists for Holocaust denial video
The Al Jazeera video claimed that Jewish people exaggerate the extent of the Holocaust. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2EkmmXQ
Royal children play in Duchess of Cambridge's garden
George, Charlotte and Louis play in the garden designed by their mother for the Chelsea Flower Show. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Transgender woman shot, killed in US weeks after assault
Police say Muhlaysia Booker's death is unrelated to an April assault, and no arrests have been made. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Game of Thrones finale gets mixed response
No plot spoilers - but fans and critics have been weighing in on the finale of season eight. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YA4rnS ...
'Dozens' killed in riot at Tajik high-security prison
Three prison guards were among those killed during the riot, the second in the last six months. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YyM1...
Exit polls: India opposition rejects BJP exit poll lead
Exit polls suggest that PM Narendra Modi is on track to win the election for a second term. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Kh8kfe
The boy abducted to guide blind beggars in Nigeria
How a seven-year-old was stolen from his home in Nigeria and the chance encounter with his sister six years later. from BBC News - World h...
Australian finds A$100,000 gold nugget using metal detector
The 1.4kg nugget was found by a man using a metal detector in a Western Australian gold field. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Jr2VR...
Four things to expect from the week ahead
Europe heads to the polls and the fate of the Iron Throne is finally decided. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2QcvkeP
Eurovision 2019: Five lessons learned
What the final of this year's song contest can teach us about geography, politics and hubris. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Qb...
Five future 'super foods' that are good for you and the planet
If you want to stay healthy and help save the planet, how about a dish of algae followed by some cactus and ancient grains? from BBC News ...
Chiari malformation: ‘I went from travel-obsessed to bedridden'
Hailey wanted to travel the world as a doctor, until a mystery condition left her shaking uncontrollably. from BBC News - World https://bb...
Scott Morrison: How Australia's PM built a 'miracle' election win
In the chaos of his predecessor's brutal ouster, Scott Morrison built a shrewd election strategy. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Do foreign students get what they pay for in Canada?
The debate has opened after an Indian student was arrested for working to support his studies in Canada. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
The Indian Dalit man killed for eating in front of upper-caste men
A group of upper-caste Indian men beat the man so badly for his 'crime' he died nine days later. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Diego Maradona at Cannes: Touching the foot 'blessed by God'
Filmmaker Asif Kapadia gets closer to Diego Maradona than any England defender ever could. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JuitEd
Is Russia trying to sway the European elections?
EU officials say Russian disinformation could help boost the vote for anti-EU parties. Is the threat being exaggerated? from BBC News - Wo...
Volodymyr Zelensky: Comedian to be sworn in as Ukrainian president
Political novice Volodymyr Zelensky, elected by a landslide last month, will start his new job. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WOS0...
US president says war would be 'end' of Iran as tensions rise
The US president issues a stern warning as tensions rise between Washington and Tehran. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2LU41r2
The hidden lives of ‘housegirls’ in Kenya
A charity in Kenya is calling for the introduction of laws to protect domestic workers to ensure their safety. from BBC News - World https...
Emiliano Sala's father: 'They left him alone like a dog'
The parents of footballer Emiliano Sala talk of their pain after his plane crash death. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YDDsIc
2020 Election: Grading the candidates' Spanish skills
Democrats hoping to beat Donald Trump must win backing from Latino voters. Is their Spanish bueno? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2E...
What's at stake in the EU elections
Europe is preparing for a key test of democracy with elections to the European parliament this week. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
French life support fight nears end
Vincent Lambert's case has been central to a national debate about artificial life support. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30v7Z...
Bad weather forces French carrier jets to land in Indonesia
Seven jets from a French aircraft carrier make unscheduled landings in Indonesia due to bad weather. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Google 'restricts Huawei's use of Android'
New Huawei smartphones will lose access to some of Google's programmes, Reuters news agency reports. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Billionaire Robert F Smith to pay entire US class's student debt
A US billionaire shocks graduating students in Atlanta by promising to pay off their student loans. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
On-stage Stonebwoy-Shatta Wale brawl disrupts Ghana music awards
The fight broke out when musician Shatta Wale mounted the stage after rival Stonebwoy was given a prize. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Bomb targets tourist bus in Egypt
At least 16 people were hurt in the explosion near the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Q8BGf9
The rumour that led to medical researchers in Ethiopia being killed by a mob
Two scientists were killed by a mob in Ethiopia, who believed they went to a school to poison children. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
Austin Eubanks: Columbine school shooting survivor found dead
Austin Eubanks, who became an advocate for fighting addiction, died at his Colorado home aged 37. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YE...
Swiss gun control: Projections suggest voters approve EU rules
Sunday's referendum backed new gun restrictions to conform with EU rules, projections suggest. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2V...
India election 2019: Exit polls see Narendra Modi back as PM
Exit polls suggest a win for Prime Minister Narendra Modi as voting ends in the marathon election. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Y...
Explosion hits tourist bus in Egypt
The blast occurred near the Grand Egyptian Museum at the pyramids, media reports say. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VPdxQA
Dutee Chand becomes first openly gay Indian athlete
Dutee Chand says she was encouraged to speak out after India decriminalised gay sex in 2018. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2LVrGaF ...
Sudan crisis: Arrests over protesters' killings
The suspects have confessed to shooting at least five pro-democracy activists, the military says. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2w3...
Australian betting company pays out for wrong result
Australia's Sportsbet handed out A$1m to those betting on a Labor win, two days before the vote. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Mali violence: Nigerian peacekeeper killed in Timbuktu
The UN says unknown assailants carried out an attack in an area where Islamist militants are active. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Gun-loving Swiss asked to toughen laws or risk EU tension
Switzerland is full of gun clubs, but now the EU is urging tougher controls. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2LOHETO
Bodies of 'twins' found in clean-up of Kenya river
Officials believe they were dumped in a river in Nairobi after an illegal abortion was carried out. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
Trump breaks silence amid Alabama abortion ban row
He outlined "strongly pro-life" views on abortion, amid a row over strict new laws passed in several states. from BBC News - Wor...
Republican Justin Amash calls for Trump impeachment
Justin Amash is the first Republican congressman to call for the impeachment of the president. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JPu3J...
2019 Australia election: Morrison's coalition seeking shock majority
Conservative Scott Morrison's victory is a few seats from a majority as final votes are counted. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Climate change: One man's fight to save a California tree
Cody tried to replant a San Diego forest destroyed by wildfire but climate change is making it hard. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Eurovision 2019: The contest highlights from start to finish
The contest's highlights - from singing in the shower and bendy poles to the Netherlands' triumph. from BBC News - World https://b...
The Brazilian street artist who brings history to graffiti
Eduardo Kobra, aka Kobra, is a Brazilian street artist known for his colourful depictions of historical figures and places. from BBC News ...
Argentine abortion campaigners take to Cannes red carpet
Activists and the film crew of Que Sea Ley documentary wore green and chanted 'solidarity' in a pro-choice protest. from BBC News ...
European elections 2019: Political climate may boost Greens
The environment is a hot topic in Europe now - so can Green parties turn that into more votes? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Q9Ndu...
India elections 2019: Modi on ballot as polling ends
Voting takes place in the prime minister's seat at the end of a long, bruising election. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/30tdPvp ...
Netherlands wins 2019 Eurovision Song Contest
The Netherlands' Duncan Laurence wins the contest with his song Arcade, but the UK comes bottom. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Clashes as ultra-orthodox Jews protest against Eurovision
Ultra-orthodox Jews in Jerusalem are angry that the contest was scheduled on the Jewish Sabbath. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JLz...
Arnold Schwarzenegger drop-kicked at South Africa event
The actor tells fans there is "nothing to worry about" after he was attacked at a public appearance. from BBC News - World https...
Argentina ex-leader Cristina Fernandez to run for vice-president
Many had expected Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner to stand for president in elections this year. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2w7Yh...
India election 2019: PM Narendra Modi takes spiritual break
The Indian PM meditates in a cave on the eve of the final day of voting in the national election. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Wd...
Iran-US tensions: 'There will be no war', says Zarif
Amid growing concerns over US tensions, the foreign minister insists Iran does not want a conflict. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
Scandal-hit Austrian minister resigns
Austria's Vice-Chancellor Heinz-Christian Strache resigns, a day after a video mired him in a corruption scandal. from BBC News - Worl...
The Iraqi orphan: Finding mum after 30 years
Amar was brought to the UK following a napalm attack - for three decades he thought his mother was dead. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Ohio State University doctor 'abused 177 male students'
The findings of an investigation by the university says the doctor abused athletes from 1979-1997. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2W...
Kevin Mallory: Ex-CIA agent jailed for spying for China
Ex-soldier and fluent Mandarin speaker Kevin Mallory, 62, is sentenced to 20 years in prison. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WLKWrY...
Colonia Dignidad: Germany to compensate Chile commune victims
Victims of an abusive sect founded by a former Nazi soldier in southern Chile will be compensated. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2E...
Kentucky Derby: Maximum Security's owner issues $20m challenge to rivals
Racehorse owner plans legal action after request to appeal against the disqualification of Maximum Security as Kentucky Derby winner is reje...
Alabama abortion ban: Should men have a say in the debate?
Many of the US states passing abortion bans have male-majority legislatures - does that matter? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JpyC...
Sri Lanka's war 10 years on: Finding Father Francis
The priest boarded military buses with 360 people at the end of Sri Lanka's civil war - they were never seen again. from BBC News - Wo...
Why Ukraine has become ensnared in US collusion claims
A Kiev prosecutor revives allegations that Ukraine worked with Democrats to damage the Trump campaign. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
The weird, wild politics of Queensland
Disappointed voters and small parties - some with extremist views - could disrupt the Queensland poll. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
The Google city that has angered Toronto
Canada is not Google's lab rat, say those protesting plans to build a smart city in Toronto. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YwX...
Huawei: Which countries are blocking its 5G technology?
Huawei is facing opposition to its 5G expansion from the US - but which other countries allow it to operate? from BBC News - World https:/...
Heinz-Christian Strache: Vice-chancellor in damning video
The video show Mr Strache offering government contracts to a Russian in exchange for political support. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
Germany labels Israel boycott movement BDS anti-Semitic
MPs in German parliament say the BDS movement uses methods reminiscent to those used by the Nazis. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2W...
Alabama abortion ban: 'I had to give birth to my rapist's child'
Dina says Alabama's ban on abortion even in cases of rape and incest treats women as "an incubator". from BBC News - World h...
2019 Australia election: 'Generational issues' dominate vote
A record number are registered to vote in a poll that comes months after a brutal leadership tussle. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
'Shut up and drive': Uber's quiet option for silent rides
The ride-hailing firm is giving its customers the option to silence chatty drivers. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JL3qoU
European elections 2019: Why adults are giving kids their vote
Climate-conscious adults are allowing children to cast their ballots at the 2019 European election. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2...
US lifts steel and aluminium tariffs on Canada
Mexico is also expected to see levies lifted, paving the way for a new North American trade agreement. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
The farmer who cut off his own leg with a pocketknife
When Kurtis Kaser's leg got trapped he did not have a phone to call for help - but he did have a knife. from BBC News - World https://...
Sweden urged to hire Norwegian police to aid recruitment
A union says it would boost recruitment but authorities say they won't hire officers from abroad. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
The hidden world of the doctors Cuba sends overseas
Thousands of Cuban doctors work in healthcare missions around the world. Some medics say conditions can be nightmarish. from BBC News - Wo...
Dog rescues baby buried alive in field in Thailand
A dog that lost the use of one of its legs digs out a baby buried alive in a field in Thailand. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2w1sG...
Yekaterinburg church protests: Putin calls for public vote
The Russian president says plans for a church on green space in Yekaterinburg should be put to a public vote. from BBC News - World https:...
US F-16 fighter jet crashes into California warehouse
An F-16 jet slams to the ground near a base outside Los Angeles after the pilot ejects. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JNKkyC
Single mum's Nasa internship funded by strangers
A single mother almost missed out on a coveted Nasa internship until strangers stepped in to help. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2J...
I M Pei's iconic buildings across the globe
His works range from the famous Louvre Museum pyramid in Paris, to Hong Kong's Bank of China Tower. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
Cannes 2019: Mati Diop 'a little sad' to make history
Director is "moved" but "sad" to make history as the film festival's first black woman in competition. from BBC Ne...
Germany to return Portuguese Stone Cross to Namibia
The German Historical Museum agrees to return the 500-year-old monument to the former German colony. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
Spain alarmed by French bear's attacks on sheep
France released two brown bears in the Pyrenees - but one has now killed eight sheep in Spain. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YEzwa...
Kenya's ex-President Daniel arap Moi ordered to pay for land grab
Kenyan court rules that Mr Moi illegally seized 53 acres of land from a local chief 36 years ago. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Ef...
Eurovision: At home with Netta, Israel's winner from 2018
Netta, who won for Israel, reflects on the pressures to succeed since the music competition. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2YEEL9T ...
US Israel-Palestinian peace plan 'a surrender act' - Palestinian FM
Riad Malki compares Donald Trump's peace efforts to a 'reckless driver' heading for a cliff. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
Mothers speak out over Kenya femicide cases
Kenyan mothers whose daughters have been killed are joining a national conversation about femicide. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3...
Brazil's Vale warns another mining dam at risk of collapse
A mining dam could collapse as early as next week, months after a similar disaster killed 230 people. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Grumpy Cat internet legend dies
The feline star dubbed Grumpy Cat for her permanent scowl has died aged seven, her owners say. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JIpcJ...
Trump 'does not want war with Iran'
The US president reportedly tells top officials he does not want a war with Iran as tensions mount. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3...
Poland plans to double jail terms for paedophiles
Convicted paedophiles could now face 30 years in prison amid outrage over sex abuse by priests. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Ywsh...
Big Bang Theory finally bows out from TV
Fans say a [spoiler-free] goodbye to the US sitcom as its final episode airs in the US after 12 years. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
Colorado officer quits after confronting rubbish picker
Officer John Smyly confronted student Zayd Atkinson when he was picking up rubbish by his building. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3...
Ashley Massaro: WWE star dies aged 39
Fans and fellow wrestlers have been paying tribute, as Ashley died after being taken to hospital. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JL...
Taiwan legalises same-sex marriage
Taiwan's parliament becomes the first in Asia to legalise same-sex marriage in a landmark ruling. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
Israel Folau sacked by Rugby Australia for social media post
Israel Folau's contract is terminated by Rugby Australia after he said "hell awaits" gay people in a social media post. from...
Trump unveils 'merit-based' immigration policy plan
The US president outlines a new system designed to favour younger, highly skilled workers. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2w9BYcd
Spanish men get in touch with their feminist side
"We're all sexist... the first step towards changing the situation is to recognise that." from BBC News - World https://bbc....
The Chilean tycoon who is wanted by the US
Carlos Cardoen is an influential businessman in Chile, but why does the US want him extradited? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2W7RL...
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