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Children and parents share their concerns as just 40% of Ukrainian schools prepare to fully reopen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qBs5Gmj

Claims of torture of China Uyghurs credible - United Nations report

China is accused of serious human rights violations in long-awaited report that it tried to stop being published. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IXhkDGW

John Simpson: Gorbachev was a man of decency but not vision

Mikhail Gorbachev changed the world - but he was a human being first and foremost, writes the BBC's John Simpson. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1nfr0vB

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/ewHfFSh

Shantanu Deshpande: Bombay Shaving Co CEO criticised for 18-hour workday advice

Shantanu Deshpande suggested young people work 18-hour days at the start of their career. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xISovj4

Documents 'likely concealed' at Donald Trump's Florida home - officials

They alleged agents were "explicitly prohibited" from searching a storage box at Mr Trump's mansion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0Zx5WcY

Mikhail Gorbachev: The Soviet leader who helped end the Cold War

His efforts to democratise his country led to the fall of communism, the end of the Cold War and the break-up of the Eastern Bloc. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gefsZFL

In pictures: The life of ex-Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev

The ex-Soviet leader - who was one of the 20th century's most influential figures - dies age 91. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FgLEw52

Mikhail Gorbachev: Last Soviet leader dies aged 91

The hospital where Mikhail Gorbachev died said he had been suffering from a long and serious illness. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bUjxr9S

Last Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev dies at 91

The former president opened up the USSR and saw it collapse in 1991. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LCDeOUJ

UK looks to Sweden for a solution to nuclear waste

After decades of experimentation Sweden is ahead of the UK when dealing with nuclear waste. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cC6pyLF

Kenya fashion: The designers giving Nairobi a fashionable name

Upcycled fashion and high-end tailoring are thriving in the fashion scene of Kenya's capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8BXehfu

Secret deals ending Britain's control in Gulf revealed

A BBC documentary shines a light on the collusions which ended Britain's empire in the Middle East. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/v9f7oNE

Gadchiroli: The Indian tribal families living on a highway with animals

After floods ravaged their homes, tribal families in Maharashtra have been forced to live on a highway. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sZhmCDW

Undeclared pools in France uncovered by AI technology

Millions in tax revenue has been collected after more than 20,000 undeclared pools were found. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6e7SkVE

The Palestinians facing mass eviction in the West Bank

Fears mount among more than 1,000 Palestinians that Israel’s army will force them to leave their homes in the occupied West Bank. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E8P5HLa

Venus and Serena Williams' coach: "We changed history"

Champion tennis coach Rick Macci shares the moment he first saw the sisters play. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/r4gIUGd

Roland Mesnier: Former White House pastry chef dies at 78

French chef Roland Mesnier produced delicacies for five US presidents over 27 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hge3DaU

From Maruti to Amul: Five brands that shaped India after independence

The homegrown brands that have found their way into the homes and hearts of millions of Indians. from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-62645795?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Artemis: Nasa ready to launch new era of Moon exploration

The clock is counting down to the debut flight of the rocket that will send people back to the Moon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BDqcOk3

UN calls for Libya ceasefire after deadly clashes

Fighting between political factions kills 23 people including a young comedian in the capital Tripoli. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/a4367lb

Three off-duty Dutch commandos shot outside hotel in Indianapolis

Police say the soldiers, who were in the US for training, were found with gunshot wounds early on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n1m3Apa

Tunisia racism: 'I lost the will to leave my home'

Black Tunisians tell the BBC about racism traumas, as an MP worries about advancement of black rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0wReZI2

Australia: Scott Morrison saga casts scrutiny on Queen's representative

The governor-general has been dragged into a backlash over ex-PM Scott Morrison's secret ministries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/d10yUM5

Electricity and drought killing white storks

The extreme heat this summer has exacerbated the many hazards, leading to a sudden spike in deaths in Hungary. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LMqRPl6

Bilkis Bano: Protests in India over release of gang rapists

Protests take place over the release of 11 men who gang-raped a Muslim woman in 2002. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Cc3tPrl

Salman Rushdie: Did a ‘chance’ airport meeting lead to fatwa?

Two British imams met an Iranian minister hours before the decree calling for the author’s death, was issued in 1989. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Crk3cY8

Apollo Remastered: One man's mission to show us the Moon

One man's quest to present the historic Moon missions in a way that befits their importance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pVrCv8f

Turkish singer Gulsen arrested over religious schools joke

Critics say the high-profile arrest is a bid by President Erdogan to consolidate support ahead of elections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Xy9w1qn

Ukraine war round-up: Russia burns off its excess gas and war memorial torn down

Image appears to show a plant burning unsellable gas and Latvia removes a controversial Soviet-era monument. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/o6tY3CH

Australia drug bust: Largest-ever crystal meth haul found in marble

The "staggering" amount of drugs was hidden in marble and imported from the Middle East, police say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vz2En0N

Search for trapped Mexico miners could take almost a year - relatives

Relatives say they have been told it could take up to 11 months to reach 10 miners in a flooded colliery. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/odIOcN7

Climate change: Russia burning huge amounts of gas, puzzling experts

As Europe frets over energy, Russia is burning off millions of dollars worth of natural gas everyday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ph2jXkx

California to ban sales of petrol-only vehicles by 2035

The biggest state in the US has moved faster then the federal government to tighten emission rules. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RZXp6st

Nato investigates hacker sale of missile firm data

Hackers are selling classified documents online after obtaining data belonging to missile maker MBDA. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dYzbBx9

Latvia brings down World War II memorial

Riga, the capital city of Latvia, has dismantled a World War II monument in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yx846nK

Trump: Judge orders release of redacted search court papers

A redacted version of the affidavit used to justify the Mar-a-Lago investigation will be released on Friday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qGizY64

Angola election: Ruling MPLA party looks set to hold off Unita challenge

Nearly complete results show the MPLA has won elections but Unita is likely to contest the results. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Gb0An2o

Is Biden's student debt forgiveness fair?

While tens of millions will benefit from loan relief, the plan has critics on both sides of the aisle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/95uitQ6

Why India made a U-turn on free trade deals

After years of reluctance, Delhi is signing several free trade deals. But will it help local businesses? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FST3cgK

Rohingya crisis: Has the world forgotten the stateless refugees?

Five years after millions of Rohingyas fled genocide in Myanmar, they continue to live in perilous conditions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DBAxLse

Turkey's Bayraktar TB2 drone: Why African states are buying them

Togo is the latest country to buy the drones, which have proven their usefulness around the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iWMtCyP

Kobe Bryant's widow awarded $16m leaked crash photos payout

Vanessa Bryant was suing LA County for emotional distress over photos from the 2020 crash site. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5TUoh9a

Ter Apel: Dutch investigate baby death at asylum centre

Officials are investigating possible contributing factors, including available care and living conditions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eK83bla

On call with Italy's horseback doctor

Dr Roberto Anfosso and Ambra make house calls around the village of La Morra in the Piedmont region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lBRuaME

Ukraine war: Russia railway station strike kills 22, injures dozens

A deadly attack on passenger carriages and a warning of disaster mark six months since Russia's invasion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8XxQkCf

Band stuck in Calais queue perform surprise gig

Drivers were treated to a makeshift jazzy concert as they waited in lengthy queues at the French border. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VJAnC8G

Dinosaur tracks from 113m years ago exposed by severe drought

Around 60 tracks from the predator Acrocanthosaurus have been revealed for the first time in 22 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0u8mOhM

Missing baby girls: Is India’s skewed sex ratio at birth getting better?

For years, widely-held cultural beliefs have meant far more boys were born in India than girls. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zgiEPUW

Front line frontmen: Antytila, the rock band fighting Russia

Members of one of Ukraine’s top rock bands, Antytila, are among thousands of civilians fighting against Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1XfihxY

Spain: Gunman euthanised before he can stand trial

The man had begged to be euthanised after being partially paralysed in a police shootout in Spain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gfIEhDY

Twitter whistleblower questions firm's bot count

Ex-security chief appears to echo claims by Elon Musk over the number of fake accounts on its site. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/x3BSQhV

Iconic Winston Churchill photo vanishes from Canada hotel

Photographer Yousuf Karsh famously plucked a cigar from Churchill's mouth to capture the famous image. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KXLoDGj

377A: Gay marriage looms as new frontline in Singapore battle for LGBT rights

Joy over the historic decision turns to anxiety as a new frontline looms in the fight for LGBT rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TW2sClq

Kolkata St Xavier's teacher: ‘I was forced to resign over Instagram photos’

A former teacher at Kolkata's St Xavier's University says she was forced to resign over her bikini photos. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xJ2pjPl

India and Pakistan: Tales of partition trauma bringing families closer

Grandchildren of partition survivors on how stories about the traumatic event have affected them. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qfOyQxd

Trump sues justice department over Mar-a-Lago search

The lawsuit asks that "further review of seized materials" be halted until a watchdog can be appointed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FpwsYOS

Jagtar Singh Johal case: UK spy agencies accused of tip-off that led to torture

Jagtar Singh Johal, a Sikh activist from Scotland, was seized by Indian police in 2017 and remains in jail. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/H6Bzx1U

Texas flash floods leaves cars almost underwater

Parts of the Dallas, Texas area received a summer's worth of rain overnight. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9bItZBC

Hungary's weather chief sacked over wrong forecast

A mistaken forecast saw the postponement of a huge fireworks display planned to celebrate a national day. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ua2dVU1

Cameroon's Bamenda, where only the coffin trade is booming

The once thriving city of Bamenda has been destroyed by fighting between secessionists and Cameroon's government. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/huCaL39

Can a sleepy Japanese town become Asia's Silicon Valley?

A school for tech entrepreneurs will open its doors in April 2023 in the Tokushima town of Kamiyama. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qbR0hF

Melting glaciers: Germany's 'could disappear' in 15 years

Glaciologist Christoph Mayer thinks Germany's five alpine glaciers could melt within 15 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0c4zwsB

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/vDpEMni

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/6YLsyGW

Ukraine war: Allies seek more security at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Britain, France, Germany and the US stress the need for nuclear safety as fighting rages in Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1U2oRTF

Darya Dugin: Daughter of Putin ally killed in Moscow bomb - report

A car carrying Aleksandr Dugin's daughter exploded on the outskirts of Moscow, say Russian media reports. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9ZakMlN

Usyk beats Joshua to stay world heavyweight champ

Briton Anthony Joshua's bid to recapture the unified heavyweight titles ends in disappointment as Oleksandr Usyk produces a terrific performance to win by split decision in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hR7jWux

Greece promotes smaller islands over Mykonos and Corfu

Greece promotes its lesser-known holiday destinations, but do locals embrace the trend? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CVD3L5R

Pondoland: South Africa's cannabis growers left behind by legalisation plans

South Africa is on the brink of legalising cannabis, but many traditional growers feel left out. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bsajewm

Inside Amapiano, the new sound of South Africa

In Zulu, Amapiano literally means “the pianos” and it's a blend of house, kwaito, jazz, and lounge music. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iurmdtZ

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/0Oyxuth

Mogadishu hotel attack: Two car bombs and gunfire reported

Police say explosives were detonated outside the Hayat Hotel, before attackers entered and opened fire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uVgYDwF

Covid in China: Hippo, fish and crabs get PCR tests

Officials in the city of Xiamen have ordered PCR tests for seafood after some 40 people got Covid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/z8Uq4Np

Sweden: Man dies in shooting at Malmo shopping centre

Sweden is gearing up for an election in which gun violence is at the top of voters' concerns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Fk2V1M5

Freya the walrus: Did she have to be euthanised?

After becoming a tourist attraction in Oslo, a travelling walrus was killed. Was that right? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PCv7uD4

Al-Shabab: Islamist militants attack hotel in Somali capital

The militant group Al-Shabab says it is "shooting everyone" at the Hayat Hotel in Mogadishu. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/giZstMx

Russian speakers in Latvia told to pick sides in test of patriotism

The war in Ukraine has prompted Latvia to crack down on support for the Kremlin. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vy56Utg

Scott Morrison: Is this the end for 'Side Hustle Scotty'?

An extraordinary week in Australia has left even constitutional experts scratching their heads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Zrdq1hv

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/tdsmlHS

Manjula Patel: The 85-year-old India-origin chef wowing a UK town

Manjula Patel serves traditional Gujarati vegetarian dishes at her popular restaurant, Manju's. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/j8Se6xs

Africa's week in pictures: 12-18 August 2022

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sB2vNke

Bolsonaro: Brazil's president attempts to grab heckler's phone

A YouTuber films himself shouting insults at Bolsonaro before nearly losing his phone to the president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y2GmqzZ

Ukraine war: Damage to nuclear plant would be suicide - UN chief

António Guterres makes the warning during a summit with Ukrainian President Zelensky in Lviv. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hT3R2gl

Pope rules out sexual misconduct probe of Canadian cardinal

A complaint was filed to the Vatican last year alleging misconduct by Canadian Cardinal Marc Ouellet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/l5YWZJH

Europe storms: Deaths are reported in France, Austria and Italy

Deaths are reported in France, Austria and Italy in violent storms after weeks of heat and drought. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ACTo1zp

How English is becoming a popular option in Algeria

An increasing number of young people in the ex-French colony see English as a universal language. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Kr8PvmE

Accamma Cherian: The forgotten firebrand freedom fighter from south India

Accamma Cherian's contributions in India's struggle for independence have been lost to history. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jAoL1OK

Liz Cheney vs Donald Trump: Why it's not over yet

Liz Cheney just got trounced by a Trump-backed candidate - but the ex-president's critic isn't going away. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lA2W43t

Salma al-Shehab: Concern for Saudi student jailed for 34 years over tweets

Salma al-Shehab, a Leeds University PhD student, called for reforms and the release of activists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PNkrIh4

R. Kelly trial: Singer has dark side hidden from public - prosecutor

The singer faces charges of child pornography and obstructing justice in his second federal trial. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LyTCYrS

TikTok to teach influencers about US mid-term election rules

The platform says it is to do more to ensure influencers understand that it prohibits paid political ads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n8jHwv7

Cuba bids for foreign investment to tackle goods shortages

Growing shortages of basic goods have led the government to end Fidel Castro's 63-year-old legacy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jag1Y6s

Tasmanian tiger: Scientists hope to revive marsupial from extinction

Experts behind the project claim the technology for "de-extinction" already exists, but others are sceptical. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nTg45WP

Alaska primary: Sarah Palin seeks comeback backed by Trump

She largely left the spotlight before the 2016 election of Donald Trump, who has become her key ally. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/htxFiNP

Five men held in Ukraine deny being mercenaries

One of the Britons, John Harding, could be sentenced to death by the Russian-backed court. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xRJME6w

Body found in world's highest battlefield 38 years on

Chandrashekhar Harbola went missing in the Siachen glacier - the world's highest battlefield. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SHW0Mav

Afghan contractors: 'I wish I'd never worked for the UK government'

Afghan contractors left behind when the Taliban seized power tell the BBC they feel betrayed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mkbJ9yn

Trump warrant: Prosecutors oppose releasing search evidence

Prosecutors said making their affidavit public could cause "irreparable damage" to their inquiry. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UA7eVLQ

Sacheen Littlefeather: Oscars apologises to actress after 50 years

Sacheen Littlefeather rejected the award on Marlon Brando's behalf over representation in film. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bKmjPxp

Rudy Giuliani is target of Georgia election investigation

The ex-New York mayor, due to testify this week, dismissed the inquiry as politically motivated. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/we0Du3h

Egypt church fire: Triplets and twins among 15 children killed

Details are emerging about some of the 15 children who died in Sunday's blaze at a Coptic church. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lCcPIW

The tech aiming to prevent lost airline luggage

With millions of bags and suitcases going missing this summer, technology may offer the solution. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7AZ8onR

Partition: Why was British India divided 75 years ago?

Britain left India 75 years ago and the country became two separate states, India and Pakistan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y6R9cJU

Letter from Africa: How racism haunts black people in Italy

The murder of a Nigerian vendor has shaken a community in Italy, writes Ismail Einashe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fvGCpSe

Independence Day: How Chicago Radio became the voice of India's freedom

For two decades, Mumbai-based Chicago Radio became synonymous with India's freedom struggle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YSyLd56

Marshall Islands: Covid-19 cases surge

Cases in the Marshall Islands have surged not long after the first community spread was confirmed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/P3hZOSi

Tropical Storm Meari leaves trail of devastation in central Japan

Aerial video shows the extent of damage after some areas saw 50% more rain than expected in a month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ojyJHCv

Lessons in heartbreak: I coach women to get over their ex

A shocking moment in a divorce court prompted Aronke Omame to switch careers and become a break-up coach. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qFkTvOg

Miriam Margolyes: 'I now look up to Australian bogans'

In a new TV show, Miriam Margolyes asks whether Australia is truly the land of the fabled 'fair go'. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hd913An

Ukraine war: Zelensky warns Russian soldiers at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

President Zelensky says soldiers who shoot at the Zaporizhzhia plant will become "a special target". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4HReESi

Renewable energy: The 'kite' that pulls energy out of the sky

A company in Norway has developed an innovative "kite" that turns wind into electricity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LdaN6GP

Ukraine says it has taken out vital bridge in occupied Kherson

Ukrainian forces attacked the bridge as part of its counter-offensive in the occupied Kherson region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2j8GLvq

Tonnes of dead fish found in river on German-Polish border

Authorities say a toxic substance is to blame, but the cause of the mass death is still unknown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/65adfUm

Evacuated twice in a summer as France's fires burn

"We've never known a summer like this," says the mayor of one town threatened by wildfires. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YGo317A

Ibiza: The birth of the 'party island'

In June 1973, the nightclub Pacha opened in Ibiza and it changed the island forever. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uEeNZds

In pictures: Defying Mozambican jihadists to go to school

Riding motorbike taxis has become a lifeline for young men fleeing Mozambique's Islamist insurgency. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mFyXigE

India independence to tsunami: Meet Indians named after historic events

The BBC met six Indians who were named after landmark events that unfolded during their birth. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wdgAnTo

Anne Heche dies: 'We have lost a bright light'

The Donnie Brasco actress is legally dead, a representative says, after a car crash in Los Angeles. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/52xseow

Montenegro: Gunman kills 10 after family dispute

Three members of the same family were killed - the gunman was shot dead by a civilian. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YjyW7lq

Trump search warrant: FBI took top secret documents from Mar-a-Lago

Trump says the documents - which included information about the "President of France" - were declassified. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cqmKISf

Ukraine war: Moscow's next step, nuclear plant warning and clean-up raves

More nuclear plant shelling could be "worse than Chernobyl" and young people mix cleaning and techno. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BtgfOJK

The librarian who defied the Taliban

Wahida Amiri became one of the leading voices against the Taliban's assault on women's rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5E0LVRt

Darlings: Bollywood's dark comedy on domestic violence wows India

Darlings, starring Alia Bhatt, is the story of a young couple in love - and violence and revenge. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XOBjCbY

High and low-tech ways to tackle India's water crisis

India's water situation requires a big investment in tech and many small projects on the ground. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SQyEeZo

German army reserve officer on trial over claims of spying for Russia

The reserve officer is accused of passing information to Russia between 2014 and 2020. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ef6UZBC

Zaporizhzhia nuclear workers: We're kept at gunpoint by Russians

"Soldiers are everywhere," says one worker at Zaporizhzhia. "Everyone is kept at gunpoint." from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/anMtT3k

A new reality for women seeking an abortion in Texas

This is what happened when a woman considering an abortion walked into a crisis pregnancy centre. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/s63Ql5r

The Russian billionaire daring to speak out about Putin

Boris Mints calls Putin's invasion of Ukraine "vile", adding the war is a result of his "madness". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jrp7mL2

Uttar Pradesh: India son helping rape survivor mum fight for justice

She was raped in 1994 when she was 12. The son born out of the assault is now helping her quest for justice. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/znNxMgK

From Dos Santos to Mugabe - the burial disputes over ex-leaders

From José Eduardo dos Santos to Robert Mugabe, disputes have broke out over burials. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QO6CeXM

Commonwealth Games takes big step towards esports

Competitive gaming may soon be added to the Commonwealth Games programme, after a successful test event in Birmingham. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/H5xUKqf

Panamanian politician posts SOS after crashing in jungle

Dimitri Flores posts video from the scene with the remains of his helicopter visible in the background. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yEe8bVI

Laal Singh Chaddha: How Aamir Khan adapted Forrest Gump to Bollywood

The actor's remake of the Hollywood blockbuster is Bollywood's most ambitious adaptation yet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ReQtvJI

Will an FBI 'raid' supercharge Trump?

As supporters urge him to run for president again, the search on Mar-a-Lago has lit a match for Trump. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oLWIYqz

Cuban fuel depot fire spreads to third tank

A fire which started after lighting struck a oil depot in Matanzas, Cuba, continues to spread. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FbSWzjE

US police arrest man over murders of Muslim men

The ambush-style killings sparked fear among the Muslim community in the city of Albuquerque. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RPJLe60

Crimea beachgoers run after airfield explosion

Russia has played down the series of explosions at a military airfield in the area it annexed from Ukraine in 2014. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/40RyYdc

Sania Khan: She TikToked her divorce, then her husband killed her

Feeling stigmatised after her divorce, Sania Khan found community on TikTok - then her ex returned. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4oYdSIg

Bolivia's 'death road' becomes wildlife haven

Wildlife and greenery have flourished on the infamous route linking Bolivia's capital with the Amazon rainforest. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AJaVvzj

China housing crisis: The people living in unfinished apartments

China’s massive economy is being threatened by a crisis in the real estate market. As developers spiral into debt, some people have decided to move into unfinished apartments. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nMpWdix

Russia halts US inspections of nuclear arsenal under New START treaty

Russia "temporarily" suspends nuclear warhead inspections under the New START treaty with the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rpLb0Cn

Olivia Newton-John: Grease star and singer dies aged 73

The star found worldwide fame playing girl-next-door Sandy in smash-hit musical Grease. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HG4nwIt

Ahmaud Arbery: Three sentenced for hate crimes over jogger's murder

The men - who are already serving life sentences for murder - are given additional federal sentences. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iSp0ZPx

Commonwealth Games: Stories from cricket's last appearance at the Games

The behind-the-scenes story of cricket's last appearance at the Commonwealth Games, as told by the players themselves. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yJGHsuB

Extreme drought: Dried-up Italian river reveals unexploded WWII bomb

Extreme drought and historic heat have caused the River Po's water levels to drop dramatically. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0bgTGts

Colombia: New left-wing leader wants global drugs rethink

President Gustavo Petro is demanding a new global strategy to tackle his nation's drugs industry. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iY3fXnu

Anti-abortion Gen Zers see cause as social justice

Anti-abortion Gen-Z activists think their fight isn't at odds with the generational theme. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ghHlDsv

Kenya election 2022: Charts that explain the nation

The BBC tracks the crucial issues facing Kenyans as the country chooses a new president on 9 August. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WYV5Xwx

The newborns fighting for survival in Afghanistan

The BBC visits a maternity ward where mothers are forced to share beds and have no access to pain relief. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fVEz0e7

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu great Leandro Lo shot in head in Sao Paulo club

The athlete has been declared brain dead and police say the suspect is on the run. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZX78y3j

Ukraine war: Four more grain ships leave Ukraine as hopes grow for export stability

Four vessels leave Ukrainian ports via a safe maritime corridor set up under a deal with Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rlu7p4d

Flash flooding swamps California's Death Valley

Nearly 1,000 staff and visitors were unable to leave as all roads in and out were closed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WmZNSQG

France whale: Lost mammal stuck in River Seine to get vitamin boost

The visibly malnourished all-white beluga has been stuck 70km north of Paris since at least Tuesday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R9jnvBG

Hamida Banu: Missing India woman found in Pakistan 'can't wait to go home'

Hamida Banu had been trafficked to Pakistan 20 years ago by an agent promising her a job in Dubai. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6w2RAbL

Taiwan: US hits out at 'irresponsible' China amid attack rehearsal claims

The US has accused Beijing of "provocative" actions after Taiwan said China rehearsed an attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MtbfgFE

Uganda LGBT rights: Government shuts down key advocacy group

Sexual Minorities Uganda (Smug) decried the move as a 'witch hunt' targeting the LGBT community. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fXIgO5e

Macro photography: The hidden world of garden insects

Macro photographer Geraint Radford says insects have a bad reputation, but they're "funny". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cT3MkgG

US fireman finds 10 dead in house blaze are his family

The victims of the early-morning house fire in Pennsylvania ranged in age from five to 79. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dpHA2eD

Alex Jones must pay $50m for Sandy Hook hoax claim

The parents of a child killed in the attack said they had endured harassment and emotional distress. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gIkBrNs

Partition: My journey to the ‘place no-one spoke of’

Sparsh's family fled in terror 75 years ago - it wasn't spoken about until his grandfather agreed to talk. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JIOmBRe

Why Australia will work harder to build ties with Indonesia

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Uganda: I was forced to leave idyllic childhood home

Nisha Popat looks back 50 years to when dictator Idi Amin forced her family out of Uganda from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mpbN0tV

Mariupolchanka FC: The women's football team under siege in Ukraine

As England celebrate their Euros win, the women of Mariupol FC in Ukraine simply dream of playing again. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rv2mJgh

Haryana: India's 'most wanted' who acted in 28 films and hid for 30 years

The case went cold after the man disappeared following a botched robbery and murder in 1992. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VWPKi3m

Brittney Griner: US urges Russia to accept deal to free jailed basketball star

The US says it has a "serious proposal" for Moscow that would secure the release of the basketball star. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6BWPciu

Alex Jones to pay damages for Sandy Hook hoax claim

Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones ordered to pay $4.1m after falsely claiming the school shooting was a hoax from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Mjc3o5D

France mulls rescue plan for beluga whale stranded in River Seine

Experts are puzzled as to why the animal has strayed so far south from its natural habitat. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/w5o7U6m

Monkeypox: US declares outbreak a public health emergency

The decision is expected to speed up the distribution of vaccines, treatments and federal resources. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7RHlhzM

Where does Taiwan crisis leave Biden's China policy?

Nancy Pelosi's visit was an explosive development in a brittle relationship. Many risks lie ahead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EyBGLJZ

French sailor survives 16 hours in capsized boat in Atlantic

The 62-year-old French sailor survived thanks to an air bubble before being rescued by divers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Y5Agh3Z

Space debris Australia: Piece of SpaceX capsule crashes to Earth in field

This may become more common as the number of rockets sent to space increases, an expert said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qGnsLhD

Alex Jones concedes Sandy Hook school shooting was '100% real'

Parents of a child who was killed are seeking millions in a defamation trial against the radio host. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1sZIX7t

After Kansas defeat, what's next for abortion bans?

While the battle to ban abortion in Kansas may have been lost, the fight continues across the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YqkreFH

Zawahiri's victims: What it feels like to hear he's gone

The al-Qaeda leader's death hits home to those he robbed of a husband, a wife, or their eyesight. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Mdjt9Io

All-women team breaks record rowing to Hawaii

The friends, who had no prior experience of ocean rowing, beat last year's record holders from the UK. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uzyo1Tv

CEO Secrets: Hard Rock Cafe boss on the shift he'll never forget

Jim Allen, CEO of Hard Rock Cafe, shares a formative experience for our CEO Secrets series. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/f93oTa1

Kosovo: Why is trouble flaring between Serbs and the Albanian-led government?

Serbs have been demonstrating in Kosovo, raising fears of renewed ethnic hostilities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cNUT1dY

Assam: Muslims falsely accused of waging ‘flood jihad’

Why have members of Assam’s Muslim community been blamed for recent floods in the state? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tFvwuY6

The Nigerians worried about a bill to outlaw cross-dressing

LGBTQ+ Nigerians fear what might happen if a proposal to ban cross-dressing is adopted by parliament. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0kv5Smy

Ayman al-Zawahiri: How US strike could kill al-Qaeda leader - but not his family

Extremely precise missile use and study of Zawahiri's habits were key to the targeted US killing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BH4gq5Y

Stephen King testifies against merger of publishing giants

The cult author said claims the tie-up would not hinder competition were "a little bit ridiculous". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1j70nTo

Abortion: Georgia offers tax credits for six-week-old foetuses

Georgia residents can now claim embryos "with a detectable human heartbeat" as dependents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/n1wPYpo

Ukraine war: First grain ship out of Ukraine reaches Turkish waters

It is the first grain shipment to leave Ukraine by sea since Russia began blockading its ports in February. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/M2viTl7

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/ilShH9v

Ukraine: Helping children to overcome the trauma of war

Psychologists in Bucha are working to help children understand the Ukraine war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BXw1RzT

How Kenya's leader has split his people over poll

The outgoing president's decision to back his one-time rival in elections has caused huge controversy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rJKuNf7

US carries out operation on al-Qaeda target in Kabul - official

The "successful" operation took place over the weekend with no civilian casualties, a US official says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zroYdsm

China could make show of force if Pelosi visits Taiwan - US

US officials say China may fire missiles near Taiwan if top lawmaker Nancy Pelosi visits the island. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fDK8OVW

Nuclear annihilation just one miscalculation away, UN chief warns

Luck that has protected the world from nuclear war may not last as tensions rocket, the UN warns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AbMyhJr

Guy Reffitt: Capitol rioter turned in by son gets 87 months in prison

The alleged far-right militia recruiter was turned in by his teenage son after the attack on Congress. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HzcIRij

Aliku Ogorchukwu: Wife of Nigerian killed in Italy demands justice