Colorado wildfires: Woman says families in her neighbourhood lost everything
A woman who had to evacuate her home in Louisville with her family speaks to the BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Hocvyz
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Colorado: Residents return following devastating fire
Tens of thousands of people in Boulder County were forced to flee their homes on Thursday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qGe1VP
French ban on plastic packaging for fruit and vegetables begins
Effective from New Year's day, officials hope the law will prevent a billion items of single use plastics every year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zcTfRy
Betty White: Biden leads tributes for Golden Girls actress
The long-time Hollywood star died on Friday at the age of 99 after an eight-decade film and TV career. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32TkNzz
Covid booster 88% effective against hospital treatment with Omicron
UK health officials said the latest data reinforces the importance of getting a third dose. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mNDMCB
Desmond Tutu: Body of South African hero to be aquamated
In line with his eco-friendly beliefs, the water-based process uses a tenth of the energy of cremation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EN86U2
Obituary: Betty White, the Golden Girl with a heart of gold
One of America's original screen stars, Betty White enjoyed a career spanning eight decades. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eHBW1L
Bangladesh: Women-only beach scrapped after social media outcry
Critics accused the government of pandering to hardline Islamist groups in the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qzNKbL
Year in tech: The stories making headlines in 2021
From the metaverse to NFTs and everything in-between, what's made the news in tech this year? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34awNxb
The Corozal: Scottish dredger that helped build the Panama Canal
Museum staff unearthed the story of a Scottish dredger involved in constructing the famous trading route. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eEsEU4
2021 viral videos: The social media moments India celebrated
From the 'pawri' girl to the tiny Covid warrior, here are the social media moments India celebrated. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pHdwf0
The 'heartbreakingly beautiful' art of Laurie Anderson
The pioneering artist speaks about her new exhibit, which blends painting, film, music and writing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ELXAw9
Why Chinese stand-up comedians are turning to English
Alex Shi says her comedy comes from her Chinese heritage but she feels more comfortable performing in a foreign language. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mJN2b1
Cape Verde: Drone delivers medical supplies to remote islands
Computer scientist Erico Pinheiro has invented a drone system to deliver medical supplies to the remote communities of his island nation Cape Verde. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eDdoa7
Omicron: South Africa ends night-time curfew
Officials relax restrictions noting lower hospital admissions from the Omicron variant than feared. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3sMdbd8
Teva Pharmaceuticals found liable in New York opioid trial
A New York State jury has found the drug maker help fuel the state's deadly opioid epidemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pI2lmw
Russia labels Pussy Riot members foreign agents
Journalists and other prominent figures also feature on an updated justice ministry list. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eSHsih
Avoid cruises even if vaccinated, CDC tells Americans
It says there has been an increase in onboard cases since the emergence of the Omicron variant. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Hq8auy
Ashraf Ghani: Ex-Afghan president describes moment he fled the Taliban
Ashraf Ghani was criticised for leaving Afghanistan before the Taliban took over in August. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qtheYU
Australia: Protesters set Old Parliament House in Canberra on fire
The blaze was quickly put out but marks an escalation in indigenous protests in Canberra. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pFDBLG
Elon Musk rejects claim he is hogging space
His comments come after China complained to the United Nations about his internet satellite project. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3JlwwHI
What does future warfare look like? It's here already
There's one area where the West is falling dangerously behind Russia and China - hypersonic missiles. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3sHJJEV
15 films to look out for in the Oscars race
With the gong-giving season picking up steam, we look at the possible nominees for the big awards. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3JsODeY
Ghislaine Maxwell guilty of helping Jeffrey Epstein abuse girls
A jury in New York convicts her of recruiting and trafficking teenagers in a "pyramid of abuse". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EFWKB4
Djokovic withdraws amid unclear vaccine status
World number one Novak Djokovic withdraws from Serbia's ATP Cup team in Sydney amid uncertainty over his participation at the Australian Open. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33Zu75j
Hong Kong's Stand News independent website shuts down after raid
Stand News has stopped operating following the arrest of seven people with links to the outlet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EPeOsV
Cristiano Ronaldo statue divides opinion in India
The statue of the Portuguese football star is unveiled in Goa state, a former Portuguese colony. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3sGp5F3
Covid: US and France report record daily case rises
However, US officials said it was possible the figures were an overestimate due to reporting delays. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Js0j1q
Stand News: Police arrest six from Hong Kong independent news outlet
The six staff members were arrested on charges of "conspiracy to publish a seditious publication". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FxD8jY
John Madden: Legendary NFL coach and commentator dies at 85
John Madden, the much-loved American football coach and commentator, has died aged 85. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EAHOEv
Boeing 737 Max: Indonesia lifts ban after 2018 Lion Air crash
The announcement came just a day after Ethiopian Airlines said it would resume 737 Max flights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EAGDoy
Biodiversity: The tale of the 'un-extinct' fish
A Mexican fish species has been "brought back from extinction" after a decades-long rescue mission. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32ydInZ
Music preview 2022: The biggest releases, tours and films
What will Britney do now she's free of her conservatorship, and who's releasing new music in 2022? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EzkNSs
‘The doctors came and I had to tell my father he was dying’
Is it always appropriate for relatives to interpret for deaf loved ones? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3etHv3S
Crocodiles turn on humans amid Iran water crisis
The creatures are attacking as their habitats shrink, a grim side-effect of Iran's water shortages. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3HhHoo8
The African nation aiming to be a hydrogen superpower
Namibia wants to use its abundance of sunshine and wind power to make and export hydrogen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eve952
What a Greek tragedy teaches us about modern migration
A production of Antigone seeks to overturn prejudices about Africans arriving in Sicily. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/318V3i8
83 movie: Reliving India’s epic cricket triumph
A Bollywood ode to India's 1983 cricket world cup win recreates one of the greatest upsets in sports history. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32tnBDy
Afghanistan: Children in Kabul working for a piece of bread
More and more Afghan children are having to work to support their families, amidst an economic collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qmTntS
France announces tighter Covid restrictions amid Omicron surge
Remote working will become compulsory from 3 January but there will be no New Year's Eve curfew. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3JlcpJQ
US animal shelter shocked after 800 parakeets surrendered
A Detroit animal shelter said the birds were handed over in a "very unhealthy situation". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ewdy2S
Why I'm proud to be black and Jewish
Black and Jewish journalist Nadine Batchelor-Hunt travels to Israel to meet the Ethiopian community and explore this dual identity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mBFHdw
Fear and loathing in South Africa where foreigners live in danger
Foreigners in South Africa tell photographer Shiraaz Mohamed how they cope with xenophobia and crime. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Jmwi3h
Scott Marsh: Viral and controversial art of 'Australia's Banksy'
He uses quintessential Australian larrikinism to skewer politicians, climate sceptics and others. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FxXjOH
How this clip restored one man's dream of being a pilot
The story behind a face mask clip that restored a young man's dream of being a pilot. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FHDBQw
India's unwinnable battle against spitting
The pandemic briefly renewed efforts to curb an infamous Indian habit - spitting in public. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EwyRfc
My art channels the pain from Ethiopia's war
US-based Tigrayan artist Gabrielle Tesfaye uses her work to share her feelings over the civil war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3esK5ai
Covid: Travel misery continues as 1,300 more flights cancelled
Chinese and US airlines are hardest hit amid a surge in Covid cases in many countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EmJVvy
Deadly bombing at restaurant packed for Christmas
Six people have been killed after a suicide bomber targeted a restaurant in eastern DR Congo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33NIU2U
Myanmar: Charity staff missing after deadly 'army attack'
Save the Children says troops killed 38 people and burned their bodies in eastern Kayah state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yXhaEB
Israeli 'psychic' Uri Geller still baffling fans at 75
Now wowing visitors at his museum, the famous spoon bender recalls his rise from poverty to stardom. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3HdAcJE
Love story sends TV fans in search of idyllic Alps
Crash Landing On You has been a big hit and now fans are travelling to the filming locations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30X7kG7
Letter from Africa: Why Kenya's taxman is eyeing social media
Socialites are becoming wary of what they post online in case Kenya's revenue authority comes calling. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3En9exD
The Chinese mother backing bigger families
Chen Ting is a mother of three and businesswoman who encourages other women to have more children. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FwP6KA
Why a former oil executive is capping abandoned wells
Around the US, an estimated three million oil wells have been abandoned. They're more dangerous than we think. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3enbQ3I
Surfer killed in apparent shark attack in California
Beachgoers in Morro Bay area are ordered to stay out of the water after an accident on Christmas Eve. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3z5wjUn
Spain's La Palma volcano eruption declared over after three months
The Cumbre Vieja volcano in Spain's Canary Islands had been spewing lava and ash since September. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FtTMB4
Pope's Christmas Day message
Pope Francis gave his traditional Christmas message followed by his blessing, Urbi et Orbi, to the city and the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32t6SQF
James Webb Space Telescope lifts off on historic mission
The $10bn James Webb telescope has left Earth on its mission to show the first stars to light up the Universe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pqHVhx
Pope Francis Urbi et Orbi address: World ignoring huge tragedies
In his Christmas Day speech, the Pope said "immense tragedies" were being passed over in near silence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30WHSk6
Sudan coup: Military cuts internet services ahead of planned protests
Web services are restricted in the capital ahead of demonstrations against the military coup. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yXGkD4
In pictures: World celebrates Christmas
For the second year running, fewer people are attending festive events because of the Covid outbreak. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yV9xyk
SA urges halt to Nelson Mandela's Robben Island prison cell key auction
Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first black president, spent 18 years in a tiny cell on Robben Island. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3epZk3H
Climate change: Lapland reindeer gone astray in search for food
Herders are struggling to find thousands of reindeer that have run away in search of food. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3H7YHbl
No time for war: Russians see no chance of conflict
With rhetoric becoming harsh and fears of an invasion growing, Muscovites give their views on the crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Fu6XBU
Art: 'People amazed I fold paper for a living, then they see it'
Artist Polly Verity loves the look and feel of paper and has been "lost in its landscape" for years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3enjcUZ
French zoo closed temporarily after pack of nine wolves escape
No people were injured during the incident, but the wolf pack was killed due to safety concerns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Et8l6q
'Let's go, Brandon': Caller pranks Biden at White House event
A father from Oregon uttered a term that is code for an obscenity directed at the president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3stok2d
Police stray bullet kills teen in LA store's dressing room
The teenager was in a changing room with her mother trying on dresses for her 15th birthday party. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Erx4rK
James Webb Space Telescope: How does it work?
The telescope has been 30 years in the making and is nearly ready to launch, but what makes it so special? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mvpvdI
Georgia: The rise of the right
LGBT activists cancelled Tbilisi Pride this year after violence from far-right protesters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qppUPS
Daunte Wright shooting: Key moments in the trial of Kimberly Potter
The trial saw emotional testimonies and dramatic bodycam footage of the fatal shooting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ssyxf9
Covid: Ecuador makes vaccination mandatory for most citizens
All those from the age of five must be jabbed, although people with medical reasons are exempt. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ekPU9v
Daunte Wright death: US 'Taser mixup' ex-officer guilty of manslaughter
The April shooting led to days of demonstrations against police killings of black men. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3JeuQjh
James Franco: I'll admit, I did sleep with students... and that was wrong
Watch the actor speak about his past "consensual" relationships with students at his acting school. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3poddWv
Kashmir fury at India's plan to redraw voting map
Kashmiris fear India's draft proposal to redraw constituency lines will limit their choice of leader. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33HlWdI
Is this the world's largest virtual fashion show?
Asia's biggest metaverse - an intricate world populated by young women shopping for avatar outfits. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30Xhd6U
How this iconic Manhattan newsstand survived the Covid pandemic
Since 1994, Casa Magazines in New York City has carried almost 3,000 unique magazine titles. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3J6tqr7
Pillar of Shame: Hong Kong's Tiananmen Square statue removed
Workers at the University of Hong Kong dismantle the sculpture commemorating the 1989 massacre. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EimXFL
Spain to require masks outdoors amid Covid surge
As the Omicron variant spreads around Europe, countries tighten restrictions to brace for another wave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EmfoxG
Roman-era 'Good Shepherd' ring found off Israel in ancient shipwreck
Israeli archaeologists discover a Roman-era gold ring bearing an early Christian depiction of Jesus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32kwMWH
The Maasai TikTokers wowing Bollywood fans
Tanzanian siblings Kili and Neema Paul lip sync perfectly in Hindi, accruing millions of followers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32akWPa
Saving Kyrgyzstan reindeer from brink of extinction
Kyrgyzstan used to be home to thousands of reindeer but now there are as few as 400 left. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FiqiGk
Covid Omicron: Variant will push Europe hospitals towards brink, says WHO
The UN health body's Europe head says another storm is coming, as countries brace for a surge in cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EdFjaR
Hungary's Viktor Orban to defy EU over immigration law
PM Viktor Orban vows to stick by an asylum law the European Union's top court deemed illegal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Fl0t8z
OnlyFans founder is making way for firm's marketing chief
The founder of the content subscription site is stepping aside to focus on new endeavours. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pfOFi8
Is Russia preparing to invade Ukraine? And other questions
What you need to know about Russia's troop build-up along Ukraine's borders. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3IvgKtg
Malaysia hit by the worst floods in decades
At least 14 people have died and tens of thousands evacuated their homes after torrential rain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EbVdCI
Madagascar: Minister 'swims for 12 hours' after helicopter crashes at sea
The Madagascar police minister was part of a team looking for survivors after a boat accident. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yLXELg
Chris Noth: Sex and the City actresses show support for accusers
Three Sex And The City actresses issue a joint statement after co-star is accused of sexual assault. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3J7lK7X
Berlusconi seeks comeback role as Italian president
Despite the scandals and a tax fraud conviction, Italy's most colourful ex-PM could be head of state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3GYKv49
How Covid deepened America's teacher shortages
Classrooms across the US have been emptied of educators - and the pandemic has made it worse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qgXCqC
Saudi-led coalition forces target Yemeni airport in air strike
Saudi state media claimed that UN aid workers were warned to leave the airport ahead of the strike. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mlYitE
Covid: An event cancelled is better than a life cancelled - WHO chief
The head of the World Health Organization calls for "difficult decisions" to be made over festive plans. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3H1w6Eo
Elon Musk says he'll be paying $11bn in tax this year
The Tesla founder and world's richest person has been involved in a public spat over his tax bill. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3J8gyAu
Young pupils allegedly forced to re-enact Holocaust in Washington school
An investigation is underway regarding the alleged incident involving young pupils in Washington DC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EfBFNV
Myanmar: BBC investigates military's mass killings
Eyewitnesses and survivors say that soldiers rounded up villagers before separating the men and killing them. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q3BHDq
Iran execution of Heidar Ghorbani sparks rare anti-government protest
The death sentence handed to Kurdish man Heidar Ghorbani was viewed by rights groups as political. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3GWyBYD
Il Divo singer Carlos Marin dies aged 53
The Spanish singer is remembered by other members of the group for his unique voice and spirit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Eicv1e
Senator Joe Manchin threatens to sink signature Biden bill
Democrat Joe Manchin throws the Build Back Better Act into jeopardy, saying he will not vote for it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mgHQLe
Covid: Christmas travel will fuel spread of Omicron, US expert warns
The US infectious disease expert says the Covid-19 variant will spread - even among the vaccinated. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E7I6lX
Liz Truss replaces Lord Frost in post-Brexit talks
The foreign secretary will become the UK's lead negotiator with the EU over the Northern Ireland Protocol. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yHTlQZ
Hong Kong: Legco voting underway after electoral overhaul
Only candidates deemed to be "patriots" by Beijing can stand in the legislative council election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yElfgG
Covid: Germany tightens restrictions on UK travellers
Germany follows France in banning British tourists and business travellers over Omicron concerns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3paC3ci
Covid: French ski season in disarray as UK tourists banned
Snow on the slopes of Mont Blanc is the best Chamonix has seen in years - but few Brits will enjoy it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30IvnZs
Hong Kong: Why the Legco elections are so controversial
Sweeping changes put in place by China altered the way the city chooses its lawmakers this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FdZHu2
BBC Bitcoin mining report used in crypto-scam
The BBC’s Silicon Valley correspondent investigates how his report was used to steal life savings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Ebq6ae
Chileans divided ahead of presidential run-off
The election, set to be the most polarised in decades, pits a far-right candidate against a leftist. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q2bdC4
Migrant crossings: More than 900 cross Channel in two days
Nearly 28,000 people have now crossed from France to England in small boats this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E73F6k
UK troops will not be deployed to Ukraine to defend against Russia
Britain's defence secretary says this is because Ukraine is not a member of the Nato military alliance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mghR6R
Sports Personality 2021: Simone Biles honoured with Lifetime Achievement award
American gymnast Simone Biles has been honoured with BBC Sports Personality of the Year's Lifetime Achievement award. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3GVKvC5
Ros Atkins on… What 2021 taught us about Covid
A look back at how the pandemic evolved throughout 2021, and what we've learned from it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e0zYJp
India and Pakistan: The students in jail for praising the wrong cricket team
An Indian student's family calls for his release after he was arrested for celebrating Pakistan's victory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yALPHu
Gardener Omar Raddad wins fight to re-open notorious murder case
A Moroccan gardener convicted of the notorious killing of a French heiress is fighting to clear his name. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3secd93
Kim Potter: 'Taser mix-up' ex-officer weeps in manslaughter testimony
Kim Potter testified at her manslaughter trial about the "chaotic" fatal shooting of Daunte Wright. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32fpTWw
Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Epstein's ex testifies for the defence
Eva Andersson-Dubin has defended her sex offender ex in the past and denies knowledge of his crimes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yAran9
TikTok says US school shooting threats not credible
Security around some US schools is stepped up in response to supposed violent threats going viral. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yBs3vC
Son's tribute to 'bawdy, fertile matriarch' goes viral
A son's colourful tribute to his mother, Renay Mandel Corren, has been shared widely on social media. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yD8KSH
US panel recommends J&J shots be sidelined after clot deaths
Nine people have died from extremely rare side effects linked to Johnson & Johnson's jab. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/324DRun
Millipede with more legs than any known animal discovered in Australia
The millipede, discovered in Australia, has more than 1,300 legs and is believed to live on fungi. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3p00o4e
Philippines typhoon Rai: Month-old baby rescued in a tub
Thousands have been evacuated as the storm brought 165km/h (103 mph) winds and heavy rain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yCdFDw
RAF Typhoon jet shoots down 'small hostile drone' in Syria
It is the first time the RAF has shot down enemy aircraft since the Falklands nearly 40 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yAe9Ko
Haiti kidnappers release remaining missionaries
The missionaries from the US and Canada were abducted in mid-October by a powerful crime gang. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q5bG6y
Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Defence attorneys begin arguments
A spokesperson for Ms Maxwell said on Wednesday she is "too fragile" to testify in her own defence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yxVdf8
Usain Bolt: Mario Kart helped me become Olympic champion
Usain Bolt's been talking to BBC Sounds podcast Press X to Continue from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30ubepM
Inside the fight for Bangladesh's independence
The author of the Bangladesh constitution on working with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ytLwhR
The teenagers and the nun trying to stop an Australian coal mine
Eight teenagers won a milestone environmental court case in Australia, but the result was appealed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3GNPZio
Bird songs bump stars off Australian music chart
Debuting in the top 5, the album featuring endangered birds is above Justin Bieber and Abba. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EZb5tq
Logic's 1-800-273-8255 led to call surge to suicide line, study suggests
Researchers found that the rapper's 1-800-273-8255 increased calls to the helpline it was named after. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oXGl6v
bell hooks; Author and feminist dies aged 69
Her niece confirmed the writer died on Wednesday "surrounded by her family and friends". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31V2BFE
Southern right whales: Tracking unexpected Southern Ocean migrations
New Zealand scientists have used satellite tags to follow whales around the Southern Ocean. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E7syPn
Billie Eilish says porn exposure while young caused nightmares
The singer-songwriter spoke about how "abusive" pornography skewed her early sexual experiences. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ysX18Y
Kentucky tornadoes: I spent my 40th birthday trapped under rubble
Kyanna Parsons-Perez never imagined that her 40th birthday would be spent pinned to the floor of the Mayfield candle factory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/327Mswk
Malta becomes first EU nation to legalise cannabis
The landmark move is expected to be followed by more European countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30ujJBk
Russia told to pay compensation to woman whose hands were cut off
Europe's top human rights court says authorities failed to protect her against domestic violence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q0PhYl
Phillip Adams: Ex-NFL player who shot six dead had CTE brain disease
US footballer Phillip Adams' brain showed evidence of damage linked to repeated head trauma. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dPzmWO
This is how China is reshaping Hong Kong
Hong Kong's unique freedoms are being removed one by one by Beijing through a National Security Law and an Electoral 'patriots' law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31YTV0G
Ros Atkins on... the Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen F1 title drama
Max Verstappen was crowned F1 world champion, after winning the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dKnw0m
Tom Holland: 'There are kids who look up to Spider-Man'
Spider-Man: No Way Home is Tom Holland's third solo film and his sixth as part of the Avengers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3GEym4n
Larry Nassar abuse survivors to receive $380m settlement
Hundreds of women abused by the ex-US gymnastics team doctor reach a settlement with USA Gymnastics. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pWxnWz
How much does the diplomatic boycott of Beijing 2022 matter?
The Winter Olympics have been hit by a flurry of protests from governments in the West. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dQ27my
Canada apologises for 'scourge' of military sexual misconduct
Eleven of Canada's top brass have been removed from their posts in connection with sexual misconduct. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31Xlck2
Koffi Olomidé cleared of rape but convicted of holding dancers
A French court clears Koffi Olomidé of rape but convicts him of holding four dancers against their will. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31Mce9D
Harry Dunn crash: Anne Sacoolas to face Westminster magistrates
Mrs Sacoolas returned to the US after diplomatic immunity was asserted on her behalf. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dKGDHx
Queensland border reopens to other Australian states
Families enjoy emotional reunions after a controversial five-month border closure ends. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dPECcY
The ultra-violent cult that became a global mafia
A BBC investigation into Black Axe has unearthed new evidence of political infiltration, and a scamming and killing operation spanning the globe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pQ4Fqd
France resists US challenge to its values
The government is fighting back at what it sees as imported cultural ideas from the UK and US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30pJJhe
Omicron: India aims to avoid 'pandemic roulette'
A virology institute boss says India will see a third wave "depending on how warmly we invite it". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mkccNh
Indian police 'foil man's attempt to fake death'
Officers say he murdered another man to try to fake his own death to avoid being returned to prison. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oOg7mR
Verstappen wins F1 world title, Mercedes protest
Red Bull's Max Verstappen wins his first Formula 1 world title in dramatic circumstances at the season finale in Abu Dhabi. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pMW8nT
Indian PM Modi's Twitter hacked with bitcoin tweet
The Indian prime minister's account had a message stating that bitcoin would be distributed to citizens. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31NIQiY
Italian church apologises after bishop tells children 'Santa does not exist'
The bishop in Sicily told children Santa's red costume had been created by Coca-Cola, Italian media say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oKCFov
The priests navigating Colombia's conflict zones
Catholic clergy are sometimes the only ones who can access areas where armed groups are active. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33mvYB0
Mexico truck crash: 'I woke up 50 metres from the truck'
A survivor of a crash that killed 54 speaks to the BBC about the people who did not survive. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dGHwB1
Meth and heroin fuel Afghanistan drugs boom
With a collapsing economy and severe drought, Afghanistan’s drug trade is on the rise. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oMd0ft
Your pictures on the theme of 'misty mornings'
A selection of striking images from our readers around the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30gApfk
Kentucky hit by 'worst ever tornadoes'
More than 70 people died in Kentucky in Friday night's storms, including dozens in a candle factory, and the death toll is expected to rise above 100. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EN6fPP
ICYMI: Scuba-diving Santa and other festive moments
Why has Father Christmas swapped his sleigh for diving gear and skis this week? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oUvzhD
Kentucky tornadoes: Biden reaches out to affected US states
He promises the government will do all it can to help, as the death toll is expected to pass 100. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pMORVk
Covid in Austria: Mass protest in Vienna against measures
Austria has become the first country in the EU to make vaccinations mandatory, from February. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DZbvyV
Biden: US will do whatever is needed to help Tornado victims
US president Joe Biden speaks to the country after states have been hit by deadly tornadoes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oJmUym
Alan Shepard: Bezos space company sends first US astronaut's daughter to space
Laura Shepard Churchley's father, Alan, became the first American in space in 1961. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ISSj9J
Albert Benaiges: Ex-Barcelona academy chief faces sex abuse claims
The allegations against Albert Benaiges date back to his time as a teacher in the 1980s and 90s. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ETYJ64
Kentucky weather man films tornado 'ground zero'
Weather man Noah Bergren shows the BBC the "utter devastation" of the tornadoes in the town of Mayfield. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dHkwBJ
Kashmir killings: The families still waiting for bodies of loved ones
Relatives of people killed by security forces during encounters say they have little hope of justice. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oLWThX
Ghislaine Maxwell prosecutors rest their case
Prosecutors have said Ms Maxwell ran "a pyramid scheme of abuse" with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ye1mwK
Mexico truck crash: Officials working to identify over 50 victims
More than 50 people. thought to be migrants from Central America, were killed in the crash. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ynZGB6
Indonesia volcano: Volunteers struggle to recover the dead, metres deep in ash and mud
The effort to recover bodies is continuing in Indonesia, after the eruption of Mount Semeru last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31L6sow
Mexico truck crash: 'There are so many dead'
At least 54 people have been killed, and scores more injured, after a truck rolled in southern Mexico. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yelnDv
Nobel Peace Prize: Maria Ressa attacks social media 'toxic sludge'
Philippine journalist Maria Ressa accuses internet sites of using a "God-like power" to sow division. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dI9mwJ
The Nepalese children made to work in bars and clubs
Nepalese children, some as young as 11, are trapped in the worst forms of child labour. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rMNEQq
The country that is Europe's hub for cargo bikes
In Germany, generous subsidies are leading to more sophisticated cargo bikes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3s06dR0
Mothers reborn: The surprising benefits of lifelike dolls
Reborn dolls are hyper-realistic dummies, and for some women, they serve a deeper purpose. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EGX43j
Astroworld: Travis Scott says he was unaware fans were hurt
The US rapper says he only discovered the impact of a deadly crowd surge after the festival in Texas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dBK5nL
US-led coalition against IS ends combat mission in Iraq
Troops will remain to "advise, assist and enable" Iraqi security forces to stop a resurgence of IS. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3yahPSP
How a Russian invasion of Ukraine could spill over into Europe
A senior Western intel official warns war would have far-reaching consequences on the continent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30aRl70
Goallball player Sevda Altunoluk: 'I am the world's best'
Sevda Altunoluk believes in empowering visually impaired people by encouraging them to compete in sport. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EH3orU
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: ‘I want to say what I think’
The Nigerian writer shares her experience of grief and her thoughts on "cancel culture" and trans rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DDTrKv
Tiger Woods will make his return at PNC Championship alongside son Charlie
Tiger Woods will make his comeback playing alongside son Charlie at the PNC Championship in Florida next week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y5aGTy
UK and Canada join diplomatic boycott of China Winter Olympics
The two nations say their diplomats will not attend the games, citing Chinese human rights abuses. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31ElZXc
Elizabeth Holmes testifies she 'never' misled investors
Holmes' defence team rested their case after seven days of testimony from the Theranos founder. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3IxrAPH
Robert E Lee: Confederate general statue to be turned into art
The statue was at the centre of a white nationalist rally in 2017, which led to the death of a woman. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y9Xvkj
Bitcoin 'founder' to keep 1m Bitcoin cache
A jury decided Craig Wright, who says he created the cryptocurrency, can retain bitcoin worth billions of dollars. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rIBGao
One accuser spoke to her brother after testifying. Now, the defense says he should not be a witness.
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Google sues alleged Russian cyber criminals
Hackers behind a malicious "botnet" may have used their network to infect over a million computers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Grs6Nn
Charlottesville’s Statue of Robert E. Lee Will Be Melted Down
By BY EDUARDO MEDINA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3oxvno9
Amazon services down for thousands of users
Customers of the e-commerce giant report problems with shopping services, Prime Video and Alexa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y324gd
French Police Arrest Man in Connection With Khashoggi Killing
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N.Y.C. religious schools face a vaccine mandate. Will they fight it?
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Hyun Sook Han, Korean Social Worker and Adoption Pioneer, Dies at 83
By BY ALEX VADUKUL from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3DwLVkp
Toyota will spend $1.3 billion on a N.C. electric car battery plant.
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Claude Humphrey, Pillar of N.F.L. Falcons’ ‘Grits Blitz,’ Dies at 77
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Justice Dept. Files Voting Rights Suit Against Texas Over New Map
By BY KATIE BENNER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3DtQ7Bs
Gervonta Davis Bests a Rival While Burnishing His Star Power
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United States Will Not Send Government Officials to Beijing Olympics
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US diplomats to boycott 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics
The White House says no US diplomats will attend the games in China, over human rights concerns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3op8S4F
Amid shortage, Canada taps into emergency maple syrup reserves
The Canadian province of Quebec produces 70% of the world's maple syrup supply. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3duKOHa
US boss fires 900 employees over Zoom
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United States Will Not Send Government Officials to Beijing Olympics
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Storm Could Cause ‘Catastrophic Flooding’ in Hawaii, Forecasters Warn
By BY EDUARDO MEDINA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3ptTi7m
Chanel, TikTok and the Beauty Advent Calendar Controversy
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Carrie Mae Weems Sets the Stage and Urges Action
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NASA Introduces Class of 10 New Astronaut Candidates
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After 8 Wolves Are Poisoned, Oregon Police Ask for Help
By BY JOHNNY DIAZ from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3DGsupz
Do You Teach Science or Math Using The New York Times?
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In ‘Landscapers,’ True Crime Meets Hollywood Fantasy
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Stricter coronavirus testing rules take effect for travelers flying to the U.S.
By BY JUSTON JONES AND JENNY GROSS from NYT World https://ift.tt/3Dw8KEG
Gambia elections: Adama Barrow declared presidential election winner
The electoral commission names Adama Barrow the winner despite his opponents questioning the vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Ez3nWY
J.&J. booster works well for people who had Pfizer originally, study finds.
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900 Bison at Yellowstone Are Targeted for Removal
By BY EDUARDO MEDINA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3Ge00VG
Spike in Omicron Variant Cases Puts Europe on Edge
By BY MEGAN SPECIA AND ISABELLA KWAI from NYT World https://ift.tt/31tzeKc
Viewing a Tragic Case Through the Eyes of Investigators
By BY ELLEN BARRY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3rDJXMP
‘A War Hero and Patriot’: Leaders React to the Death of Bob Dole
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What happened to the idea of using pandemic-emptied New York hotels for affordable housing?
By BY STEFANOS CHEN from NYT Real Estate https://ift.tt/3om7uzL
Cambodian Effort to Find Artifacts Won’t End With Informant’s Death
By BY TOM MASHBERG from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3osJo6F
Bob Dole: Biden leads tributes to a 'dear friend'
Tributes have been paid across the US political divide to the late Republican leader Bob Dole. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xYWIm5
Indonesia volcano: Villages buried under hot ash
Rescuers are searching for survivors after Mt Semeru erupted in eastern Java on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rCDfqd
Trump social media firm says it has raised $1bn
The former US president is working to launch a social media app called Truth Social early next year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3onM4SJ
Review: ‘Landscapers’ Is Not Your Typical True-Crime Love Story
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Exploring the Dimensions of Black Power at Alvin Ailey
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As uncertainties linger about the new variant, officials say U.S. Omicron cases are likely to rise.
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Antony Sher, Actor Acclaimed for His Versatility, Dies at 72
By BY ROSLYN SULCAS from NYT Theater https://ift.tt/31DBEG0
Ex-Senator David Perdue to Run for Governor of Georgia
By BY RICHARD FAUSSET AND JONATHAN MARTIN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/31sax0J
‘The Fortune Men,’ a Novel That Remembers a Man Wrongly Sentenced to Death
By BY DWIGHT GARNER from NYT Books https://ift.tt/3IqBC5g
U.S. Military Has Acted Against Ransomware Groups, General Acknowledges
By BY JULIAN E. BARNES from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3DoMDjt
What’s Driving Putin’s Ukraine Brinkmanship?
By BY ANTON TROIANOVSKI from NYT World https://ift.tt/3Drk8lh
Pope, on Lesbos, Laments That for Migrants, ‘Little Has Changed’
By BY JASON HOROWITZ from NYT World https://ift.tt/3EuEcVf
Australia’s Parliament closes its doors after a staff member tests positive.
By BY JIN YU YOUNG from NYT World https://ift.tt/3dkpAMe
Vaccine demand grows in the U.S. and so do wait times.
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South Africa: The rape survivor who convicts rapists
Rape survivor Sgt Catherine Tladi has secured several convictions for rape in South Africa's courts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Drlyw2
Princess Beatrix, the former Dutch Queen, isolating after testing positive for Covid.
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Signs of Sea Change at Art Basel Miami: More Galleries of Color
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Signs of Sea Change at Art Basel Miami: More Galleries of Color
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CNN Fires Chris Cuomo After New Details on Help He Gave His Brother
By BY MICHAEL M. GRYNBAUM AND JOHN KOBLIN from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3EoYkIr
Palestinian Who Stabs Israeli in East Jerusalem Is Killed by Police
By BY PATRICK KINGSLEY from NYT World https://ift.tt/3lAcmjc
Britain, a leader in genomic testing, has detected around 160 Omicron cases and tightens restrictions.
By BY MEGAN SPECIA from NYT World https://ift.tt/3ooVZYp
Merkel makes a final appeal for Germans to get vaccinated, citing the bitterness of avoidable deaths.
By BY AINA J. KHAN from NYT World https://ift.tt/3G9mJ52
Yes, It’s Snowing in Hawaii. No, It’s Not That Weird.
By BY MARIA CRAMER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3DBhVUJ