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Rare tree dormouse not seen for 20 years found in Austria

Researchers hope to learn more about the species, found in a Salzburg forest, before it goes into hibernation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pwxEBy3

Nike feels squeeze from strong dollar and discounts

The sportswear giant's shares fell by more than 9% in after-hours trading in New York. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UgJ8dLX

Australia to end mandatory Covid isolation

After enforcing some of world's toughest rules, Australia will no longer force people to stay at home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RhHrq4Q

Ukraine war: US will never recognise Russia's annexation attempts, Biden vows

Within hours, Vladimir Putin is expected to declare that four Ukrainian regions are joining Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KMEPS21

Kashmir: Films return to big screen after 23 years

Theatres are set to reopen more than two decades after an armed rebellion forced their closure. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sR5EX9f

Adidas row: Morocco demands change to Algerian jersey design

Adidas says an Algerian palace inspired the design, but Morocco says it is cultural appropriation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/91GuQz0

King Charles: Will the monarchy move reconciliation forward in Canada?

The accession of King Charles could lead to greater reconciliation with indigenous people in Canada. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mHrldVe

Brazil election: Do voting machines lead to fraud?

President Bolsonaro says the voting machines used in Brazil are prone to fraud, without providing evidence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Nu8MAI2

Brazil election: How the famous yellow football shirt has become politicised

As Brazil's election - and the World Cup - approach, the famous yellow shirt is being politicised. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lfsdvme

Abortion: India Supreme Court says amended law to cover single women too

India's Supreme Court says all women, including those not married, can get an abortion up to 24 weeks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Oc2ox7F

Optus: How a massive data breach has exposed Australia

Anger rises after 40% of Australians had details stolen in possibly the nation's worst-ever breach. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sRpX7cE

Lula: Can Brazil's 'most popular president' win again?

Presidential candidate Lula is ahead in the polls, despite a legacy tainted by corruption scandals. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R9Vjte7

TikTok: Will posting salaries online close the pay gap?

Shifting views are tackling the taboo of talking salary - will this help improve pay equity? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ri98EfD

Ukraine war: On the front line with troops in Kherson region

The BBC’s Abdujalil Abdurasulov reports from Ukrainian front line positions in the Kherson region from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lG5Ijn3

Lizzo makes history playing 200-year-old crystal flute

The star became the first person to play the flute, once owned by former US President James Madison. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vDJ1x2M

World Cup 2022: Denmark to wear 'toned down' jerseys in protest at hosts Qatar

Denmark will wear "toned down" jerseys for the World Cup to protest against Qatar's human rights record and treatment of migrant workers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cImBg0A

Nord Stream leak: West shores up pipeline security, blaming Russia 'sabotage'

The EU, US and Nato say the Nord Stream pipeline leaks appear to have been caused by sabotage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cBGxkse

Ethiopia's Tigray war: Satellite images capture troop build-up near Eritrea border

Soldiers and heavy weapons are being moved in the northern Tigray region, near the border with Eritrea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y5TNR3B

Brazil election: ‘We'll vote for Bolsonaro because he is God’

Fans of Brazil's president see him as a legendary leader, and are convinced he will win re-election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iI3OFGe

Hurricane Ian: Florida fears catastrophic flooding as storm nears

Florida's vulnerable Tampa Bay area could be struck directly for the first time in a century. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kupgLyw

Wall Street firms fined $1.8bn over staff messages

Barclays, UBS and Goldman Sachs were among the 16 firms named by regulators in the probe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jhqHoTy

IMF sounds alarm on UK tax cut plans

The UK government proposals will work at "cross purposes" with the cost-of-living fight, the IMF says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tVe9rXw

Kerala dog attacks: Why the state has a fraught relationship with strays

Dog attacks are a recurring issue in Kerala, often prompting people to take extreme steps in response. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R8v51ka

Shakira to stand trial in Spain for tax evasion

The singer is accused of failing to pay €14.5m (£12.9m) in tax and could face eight years in jail. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZJjyOps

Ukraine war: The referendums shunned by Kyiv and the West

The referendums in east and south Ukraine are dismissed as a sham by Kyiv and its Western allies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1HjoQG5

Is Finland's Wood City the future of building?

New public buildings in Finland have to incorporate more wood, which is leading builders to innovate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4AUCkP2

Brazil cost of living: The food delivery riders who can't afford to eat

Delivery rider Luciano is just one of those going to extreme measures to survive Brazil's cost of living crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6KHDoYw

Hilaree Nelson: US mountaineer missing after 'skiing into crevasse'

Hilaree Nelson appeared to fall into a 2,000ft gap in the ice descending the world's eighth tallest peak. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8ouLYDj

Ukraine war round-up: Russia admits call-up mistakes after clashes

Protests against Russia's mobilisation plan continue, as Russia concedes errors have been made. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/A2Fel7N

Russia's gas pipeline leaking into Baltic Sea - Denmark

Denmark sets up a banned zone near the Bornholm island, where a Nord Stream 2 leak is reported. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0uHBEGb

Vincent Van Quickenborne: Four arrested in Belgian minister 'kidnap plot'

The minister is under tighter police surveillance after a "serious threat", federal prosecutors say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5q2C3Qn

Ukraine war: Ukraine will treat Russian deserters civilly, Zelensky vows

Ukraine says it will not force deserters to return to Russia where they would face prison. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OyPpKSa

Storm Fiona: Houses washed into sea as storm batters Canada

One person is missing after storm Fiona battered the eastern coast, leaving widespread damage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8tgvjyG

‘We demand wages for housework’

In the 1970s, an international campaign demanded that governments recognise the value of unpaid work done in the home, primarily by women. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fjsyrkt

Afrobeats: Chart show host celebrates 'beautiful year' for genre

Radio host Eddie Kadi says stars like Burna Boy have propelled the genre into the mainstream. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AP45eLQ

Qatar World Cup: Accommodation worries for football fans

Organisers of the football tournament are facing criticism over a lack of affordable accommodation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Oq92NJj

Award for Elton John after White House performance

US President Joe Biden surprised Sir Elton John by giving him a medal for his contribution to music. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pILDPf5

EU 'must take seriously' Putin nuclear threats - Borrell

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell told the BBC a dangerous moment had been reached in the Ukraine war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XDiNlQP

Week in pictures: 17 - 23 September 2022

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WME4Rxi

Undercover with Russia’s fake arms dealers

Russian media claims Ukraine is selling arms on the dark web, but the evidence suggests the ads are fake. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NMglxUh

Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann: The cheating row that's blowing up the chess world

Magnus Carlsen's apparent accusation against Hans Niemann is the biggest chess scandal in years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yGsuBNR

Iran protests: US to ease internet curbs for Iranians

The move comes after Iran tries to clamp down on internet freedom to stamp out widespread protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XRBHNhM

Letitia James: NY Attorney General's history of clashing with Trump

When she was elected, the New York attorney general warned Mr Trump: "We are not scared of you." from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CVsgR4f

In photos: Kashmir's nomadic tribe faces existential crisis

Kashmir's Bakarwals are determined to maintain their traditional lifestyle despite pressures to change. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DmPWlK5

Queen Elizabeth II leaves complex legacy for Aboriginal Australians

Some are grappling with how to celebrate her life while also acknowledging trauma from colonisation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5JcrOQW

Dozens of migrants killed as boat sinks off Syrian coast

The boats carrying more than 100 people had set off from near the Lebanese port city of Tripoli. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q1Z9hjI

Child heard crying as mobilised Russian men leave to fight

A child can be heard crying "Daddy, goodbye" in a video shared on Russian social media from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DjBArgc

Brazil election: Why it matters so much to the US

The US has been taking a keen interest in who Brazil picks as its next president. Why? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8QdcIUY

The men behind a record-breaking menstrual campaign

An Indian initiative seeking to break down taboos has been simulating period pain in men. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QPXW04C

The vloggers capturing life on India's trains

Content creators are documenting their journeys on one of the largest rail networks in the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fQ9XeMk

Ukraine war: Russian police carry away anti-war protesters

Footage showed protesters being detained after the Kremlin's announcement to mobilise reservists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fXI6GQK

Lebanese banks to remain shut indefinitely after economic crises

The Association of Banks said its branches had not been given enough security after recent raids. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NXIk3mE

Queen Elizabeth II: 16 moments from 16 tours of Australia

As Australians hold a day of mourning, we look back on memorable moments from her trips down under. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YgAli4Z

Ukraine conflict: Russia arrests hundreds at anti-war protests

Russia's partial military call-up triggers protests - and a rush for flights to foreign destinations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2GfWP5M

US interest rates hit 14-year high in inflation battle

The US unveils another sharp rate rise as it fights to bring soaring prices under control. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TcPpNqF

How a woman became a symbol of defiance in Iran

Mahsa Amin's death in police custody has sparked a wave of protest across Iran. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cUtNkup

Hurricane Fiona: Aerial video shows Puerto Rico devastation

Hurricane Fiona leaves towns in Puerto Rico flooded just five years after Hurricane Maria from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ju9fIm4

Emiliano Sala: Pilot told friend doomed plane was 'dodgy'

Pilot heard a "bang" while flying the plane, as fresh CCTV shows Emiliano Sala shortly before crash. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4xvjSWJ

US charges dozens with $250m pandemic relief fraud

Money meant for needy children was instead allegedly spent on luxury cars and property in the US and overseas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/p4D7UwP

Honduras: A mother searches for justice in a 'narco-state'

Honduran Ex-President Hernandez now sits in a US prison, but those left behind are still searching for justice from his brutal regime. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6gONDkR

Cambodia scams: Lured and trapped into slavery in South East Asia

Traffickers are forcing thousands of people from across Asia to work in online scam centres. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZWGgnPi

Ring doorbell inventor shares advice... about advice

Jamie Siminoff, inventor of the Ring wireless doorbell, shares his advice for the CEO Secrets series. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5K8CrxX

Nigeria Boko Haram crisis: The women walking miles to save their children's lives

Thousands of Nigerian children could starve following an Islamist insurgency, aid workers warn. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NyumQtd

Euro 2024: Russia banned from tournament, Uefa confirms

Uefa confirms Russia will not be included in the qualifying draws for Euro 2024 having been previously banned from the tournament. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LGoyt8H

Sperm whales die in mass stranding on Australian beach

The 14 sperm whale carcasses were found by locals in Tasmania on Monday, authorities say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EIyVGAC

Beyond Meat: Vegan food executive accused of biting man's nose

Beyond Meat's Douglas Ramsey reportedly got into a row after an American football match in Arkansas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OCyrKL3

Nanmadol: Mudslides and flooding as typhoon batters Japan

Super typhoon Nanmadol has killed at least two people and injured 90 others since Sunday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lwER3qO

Valery Polyakov: Record-breaking Russian cosmonaut dies aged 80

Valery Polyakov took the longest-ever spaceflight, clocking up 437 continuous days in the 1990s. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/N60qIA2

Ukraine war: A village celebrates Russian retreat

Russia's Ukraine retreat leaves joy, but also destruction and danger. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cK67sn3

Adnan Syed: Conviction overturned in Serial podcast murder case

Prosecutors last week asked the court to vacate the conviction and release Syed pending a retrial. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qbfjaRQ

Hurricane Fiona flood water destroys Puerto Rican bridge

Wind and rain from Hurricane Fiona has caused a state of emergency to be declared on the US island. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LWc2B9X

Biden again says US would defend Taiwan if China attacks

The US president says troops would defend the island, but the White House downplays the comments. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lxwmeXc

Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan border fighting claimed nearly 100 lives

Clashes along the two Central Asian countries' disputed border were the deadliest seen in years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ho4GqYp

Uganda's transplant revolution brings hope to thousands

Until now, anyone needing an organ transplant in Uganda had to travel abroad at huge expense. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Hh1GQnu

Gaza farmer finds Byzantine mosaic while planting tree

Experts call the mosaic one of the greatest archaeological treasures ever found in Gaza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2JFaDmd

Hurricane Fiona knocks out Puerto Rico electricity

The US island's population of 3.3 million loses electricity as Hurricane Fiona makes landfall. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LhHrp1P

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

The brother of Juventus and France midfielder Paul Pogba is being charged and detained over an alleged plot to extort money from the former Manchester United player. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4k0UsvI

Tango dancers from around the world flock to Buenos Aires

Couples have been competing in the first full world tango championship festival since Covid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SZFn6lt

French 'Spider-Man' scales skyscraper aged 60

Alain Robert says he climbed the 48-storey skyscraper without safety gear to mark his 60th birthday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/p7Snau1

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

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

Ukraine war: Power back on at huge nuclear plant in Zaporizhzhia

Electricity from the national grid is being directly received at the embattled Zaporizhzhia site. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VHmfxYn

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

Protests rage after an end to government subsidies sends fuel prices soaring. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YxIeSV0

When an American's breach of protocol amused the Queen

When the monarch visited a US housing project in 1991, a thrilled Alice Frazier gave her an authentic welcome. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EtmU5D4

French police nab first-class wig gang suspects

A group of thieves stole €300,000 worth of goods from passengers on high-speed trains, police say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XSH105o

US abortion bans leave grey areas in complicated pregnancies

Terminations because of pregnancy complications are rare - but those who want them must navigate strict laws. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/edkUsZy

China, Europe, US drought: Is 2022 the driest year recorded?

Heatwaves hit China, Europe and the US, causing lakes and rivers to dry up. Is this year the driest ever? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/c5Q3tAI

Uber investigating hack on its computer systems

A hacker was apparently able to gain access to the company's internal systems. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/b4BmTPG

Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan border: Almost 30 reported dead in clashes

Fighting regularly flares up in border disputes between the two Central Asian states. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LzPlijN

Why are migrants in the US being sent to Democrat-run areas?

Thousands of people have been sent from Republican states amid an escalating political row. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/B1n654f

Michael Jordan's 'Last Dance' jersey fetches record $10.1m

It was reminiscent of a season where Jordan won his sixth and final NBA title with the Chicago Bulls. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FMjTGhp

Raymond Dearie: Special master named to oversee Donald Trump Florida files

Raymond Dearie will be the independent overseer in the investigation into classified records. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1VRYELf

Raymond Dearie: Who is the special master reviewing seized Trump files?

Judge Raymond Dearie has been tasked with reviewing the documents taken from Mar-a-Lago in August. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q5tWgCY

Maharashtra: 'Nowhere in the world can we find rock art of this kind'

A cave in Maharashtra has been found to hold stone tools belonging to an ancient Indian civilisation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vS6NKh

Russia's Wagner boss: It's prisoners fighting in Ukraine, or your children

The head of the Russian mercenary group defends sending convicts to the Ukraine front line. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6XbDGmF

Ukraine round-up: Inside freed city and Russia's prison recruits

The aftermath of Russia's occupation described - while its prison inmates are wooed by mercenaries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xDSA140

US mortgage rates hit 14-year high as inflation soars

For families hoping to buy a home, the moves compound affordability problems. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7BiQUNo

California drought: On patrol with the celebrity 'water police'

In drought-stricken California, trouble brews for famous water hogs like Kevin Hart and the Kardashians. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wQKpXuJ

Ukraine's President Zelensky involved in car accident

A passenger car collided with the Ukrainian president's vehicle in Kyiv, a spokesman says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tBEzkHc

US midterms 2022: Tracking Trump's 'extraordinary' endorsement spree

A look at Donald Trump's endorsements - who he backed, how they did, and the races he couldn't swing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oXzc2VL

Pakistan floods: Dengue cases soaring after record monsoon

Health officials warn of a looming crisis as deaths from dengue and other diseases rise by the day. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OG0wnaj

Vikram Seth to Kamala Das: The dark, brooding world of Indian poets

A recent anthology combines appreciation of their work with some striking photographs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/L04r7aG

Queen Elizabeth II: Hong Kong's grief sends message to Beijing

The display of affection is also a way to express unhappiness at the situation in the former colony. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Z3c6w5V

Round-up: Zelensky in freed city, while Scholz says Putin remains undaunted

Ukraine's president visits Izyum - while the German chancellor says President Putin does not think the invasion was a mistake. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Wxvjcu9

Oxfam report: India women and Muslims earn less due to discrimination

A new report blames "societal and employers' prejudices" why women and Muslims earn less. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YkZm4zV

Michelin awards first stars to 13 Toronto restaurants

Thirteen Toronto restaurants get the prized accolade, but critics say the winners aren't diverse enough. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Nr8cxeI

Russia covertly spent $300m to meddle abroad - US

The US alleges that Moscow has sought to buy political influence in more than 24 countries since 2014. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/skJVruq

Queen Elizabeth II: What her death means to Malaysia

Tributes are paid to Queen Elizabeth amid calls for the Commonwealth to be reformed for a new age. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gBxVY9w

Triple talaq: Has India's divorce ruling helped Muslim women?

Five years after the Supreme Court outlawed instant Islamic divorce, how are Muslim women in India faring? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/av6FxbW

Ukraine war: Accounts of Russian torture emerge in liberated areas

The BBC hears accusations that Russian forces electrocuted prisoners and shot civilians in the Kharkiv region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Gdei2Mc

Kenneth Starr: Clinton investigator dead at 76

Kenneth Starr became a household name for his investigation into Bill Clinton in the late 1990s. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BMAlOPX

US inflation remains high despite lower petrol prices

Financial markets sink as the costs of food, housing and medical care rise more than expected. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7p6cNY1

Thailand lèse-majesté: Activist jailed for dressing like Thai queen at protest

Another activist is imprisoned under Thailand's stringent law banning criticism of the royals. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cWkLTOV

William Ruto: How Kenya's new president is influenced by religion

William Ruto is Kenya's first evangelical Christian president and is likely to put religion centre-stage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/M7VZq3f

Crimes against women: How are women faring in PM Modi's India?

The BBC mined the official record books to distil data about crimes against women over the past few years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/S0LMa5f

Australian man killed by kangaroo he kept as pet, police say

The 77-year-old man was found by relative in the first such fatal incident since 1936. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/X4bWRrO

Ukraine war: We retook 6,000 sq km from Russia in September, says Zelensky

President Volodymyr Zelensky says the gains were made in the east and south during a swift counter-offensive. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aCW0TIb

Ros Atkins on… Ukraine’s fightback

The BBC’s Analysis Editor examines the significance of Ukraine’s counter-offensive against Russian forces. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/N0cQ9Ay

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

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

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

Monday saw Ukraine pressing a counter-offensive which has retaken swathes of territory in the north-east. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Vpk7bLe

WATCH: Russian tanks abandoned on retaken Ukrainian territory

Ukraine's military says it has retaken territory from Russia, making its first significant gain in months. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bL2HikC

Modern slavery shoots up by 10 million in five years

More than half of forced labour happens in richer countries, with women and children most at risk. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/T38Idmk

Japan could lift cap on foreign tourists to lift economy

Officials are concerned at the yen's slide to its lowest level against the US dollar in 24 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YtwBFG0

President Biden references Queen in 9/11 remembrance speech

The president pays tribute to the thousands of people who died 21 years after the attacks on US soil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NQWxIK5

Tunisia: Eleven migrants die in latest Mediterranean accident

Over 1,000 migrants are thought to have died this year trying to cross the central Mediterranean. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y9uUMHI

Ukraine war: Shock and joy in newly liberated villages

"They asked 'is anyone alive?' and I realised they were ours," says one woman. "They were so beautiful." from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/i0wEBpj

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

The country's PM says the poll will be held within three years, but Australia rules out a vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7O4SghX

Kharkiv offensive: Ukrainian army says it has tripled retaken area

On Saturday, Ukraine captured key eastern towns, as Russian forces withdrew to "regroup". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0j9XFRr

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

World number one Iga Swiatek caps a dominant season by beating Tunisia's Ons Jabeur at the US Open to win her second major title of 2022. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FE3CnHj

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

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

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

One of two lesbians sentenced to death in Iran had spoken to the BBC about her hopes for the future. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IdgxR0U

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

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

Queen Elizabeth II and Africa: In pictures

Queen Elizabeth visited more than 20 African countries during her reign, as independence swept the continent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uCqpjk0

Charles III is proclaimed king in in TV first

King Charles III is proclaimed king by is a historic ceremony, broadcast for the first time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/S2o7V68

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

Mayor Craig Mackle says the whale may have surfaced beneath the boat causing it to capsize. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/S1h7Xft

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

President Zelensky says Ukraine has retaken 30 settlements in its eastern offensive this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/N3Kns5S

Three ways climate change makes adventure tourism riskier

Melting ice, intense rain, and wildfires are making adventure tourism more dangerous, experts say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ayw9Y8j

New York declares state of emergency over polio

Evidence emerges that a virus - once declared eradicated from the US - is spreading across the state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wWA07dp

Outpouring of sympathy across the Commonwealth

From prime ministers to people on the street, the Commonwealth nations pay tribute to the Queen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bWcCuL1

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

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

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

People in Sydney discuss what Queen Elizabeth II meant to them. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/C4nluLo

France clamps down on delivery depot 'dark stores'

So-called dark stores, used by delivery services, will be classified as warehouses rather than shops. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Xp9wqBb

Steve Bannon charged with fraud over border wall fundraiser

Prosecutors say the Trump ally diverted hundreds of thousands of dollars from the campaign to two associates. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zf9y2FJ

Blinken flies in to rally Western support for Ukraine war

America's top diplomat visits Kyiv to firm up European leaders' resolve as winter fuel shortages loom. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6VTRiUS

Queen Elizabeth II: World leaders remember a 'kind-hearted Queen'

Leaders from around the world are paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who "defined an era". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/z3Chmw5

John Pennycuick: The British-era colonel revered in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu state remembers John Pennycuick for the dam he built and is gifting a bust in his honour. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uxGvpF8

Apple reveals iPhone 14 Pro and Watch Ultra

The tech company presented a range of new devices at an event held at its California headquarters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/g2GYqfF

Ukraine round-up: Eastern advance and Crimea claim

President Zelensky says Ukraine has retaken settlements in the east, as Ukraine admits attacks in Crimea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5lmIs7Y

Canadian mass stabbing suspect arrested

Myles Sanderson, the Canadian mass stabbing suspect, is in custody, ending a manhunt that took in three provinces. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fDPrKsN

Zelensky hails 'good news' as settlements recaptured from Russia

Ukraine's president says his troops have recaptured several settlements from Russian forces. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hsZcK6p

Paul Urey: Captured Briton possibly suffered 'unspeakable' torture, says Ukraine

Aid worker Paul Urey's body has "signs of possible unspeakable torture", says Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y59EIWM

Canada stabbings suspect has 59 prior convictions, documents show

The decision to release Myles Sanderson in February will be reviewed by the parole board. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/anlQ3PA

Manasseh Sogavare: Solomon Islands PM accuses Australia of interference

Manasseh Sogavare reacts angrily to an offer by Australia to help fund an election he wants to delay. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/g3LHSJy

Ukraine backs UN call for nuclear plant safe zone

The UN nuclear agency said Russian military equipment at the Zaporizhzhia plant undermines security. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZtLDFVR

US bars 'advanced tech' firms from building China factories for 10 years

The US has barred chip companies that get federal funding from building advanced facilities in China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TmcPB3j

South Korea: 'They cancelled my job interviews because I'm disabled'

Dayeon's interviews were called off after recruiters discovered she had hearing loss. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TnUZ7tw

Canada stabbings: Town 'shattered' amid stabbings manhunt

People in Saskatchewan grapple with grief and anger in the wake of the tragedy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kS52fEp

Meet China's lost pet detectives

They not only help owners find lost animals, but also teach them how to look after their cats and dogs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vxirQzK

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

Documents obtained by US media say Pyongyang is supplying millions of artillery shells and rockets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nCdOLq3

Fat Leonard: Malaysian businessman linked to US Navy scandal escapes

Leonard Francis is at the heart of a massive million dollar bribery scandal involving the US Navy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0NUfSQs

Pakistan floods: Officials struggle to stop biggest lake overflowing

A prior attempt to drain the lake to stem the overflow had failed to adequately reduce water levels. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wZ7sUke

In pictures: Typhoon Hinnamnor wreaks devastation along South Korea coast

The category-5 cyclone battered South Korea's south-east coast and is heading towards Japan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GQ6aD2z

Ukraine round-up: Russian vote postpones and fresh gas fears

A "referendum" for Kherson to join Russia is delayed, while Moscow blames Europe for gas shutdown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kIN6m1p

Hermit faces eviction from beachside cave home

Nisim has spent almost 50 years building and decorating his home in the Israeli town of Herzliya. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TcGFDWw

Canada stabbings: One suspect found dead

Canada police say the body of Damien Sanderson, 31, has been found, but his brother Myles is still at large. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5hg2iwD

Saskatchewan stabbings: Suspects still at large, police say

Myles and Damien Sanderson are charged with first degree murder after 10 people were killed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/L5MHOWz

Bed Bath & Beyond finance chief falls to his death in NY

Police say Gustavo Arnal fell from a skyscraper as the retailer is struggling with sales and debt. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QwrOj1A

US Open: Nick Kyrgios beats Daniil Medvedev on entertaining New York night

Nick Kyrgios ends Daniil Medvedev's defence of the US Open title as he earns an enthralling four-set win on an entertaining night in New York. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DLykTEz

Workplace accidents: Poor workers pay price for India's economic push

India is trying to become an industrial powerhouse, but is that coming at the cost of workers' safety? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mdSONQE

Japan's female bosses mapping a course for other women

Female bosses remain a small minority in Japan, but efforts continue to increase their numbers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VxJTIoj

Chinese motorcyclists join Chongqing wildfire battle

The south-western city of Chongqing was one of the areas hit worst by the flames in August's heatwave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZoBgUQS

Mystery as private plane crashes into Baltic Sea

Nato scrambled jets to follow the aircraft on its erratic flight across Europe towards Latvia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Sw0klcn

Klyuchevskaya Sopka: Climbers killed during a fall on Russian volcano

Six people are known to have died and rescuers are unable to reach survivors, local media say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6GYcEuK

Jackson water crisis: A legacy of environmental racism?

Experts say the crisis in the US city is the result of generations of discrimination and segregation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/M4F3ahk

Antigua's traditional bread shops struggle amid food price hikes

The much loved shops using have been hit hard - but are trying to keep customers happy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1LyqvhU

Viewpoint: Why Nigeria's ban on foreign models won't work

It has wrongly been described as a prohibition on white people and foreign accents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CmWBubG

Chile: Vote on new constitution but divisions persist

The document was drafted after mass protests demanding more social inclusion and equality. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9Up2Aua

Tamil Nadu: India woman's food paintings you will want to eat

Varuna Sridhar, a 21-year-old artist from Chennai city, is winning fans with her hyper-realistic food paintings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SC5GJYI

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl opens Taylor Hawkins tribute show

The Foo Fighters have been joined by Liam Gallagher in a special tribute to the band's late drummer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MhgbsoE

WATCH: Wall of dust sweeps across Arizona

Aerial footage shows the 50-mile-wide haboob as it moved, leaving thousands without power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nzLBk0c

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant: Link lost to main power line

The UN nuclear watchdog says the Zaporizhzhia plant is now relying on a reserve line to supply power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zLjN7Uo

Inside Libya's secret jail: 'Being alive is a miracle'

A civil servant recounts his ordeal after being detained by the intelligence services in Tripoli. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HZfgjXF

Gun jams as it is pointed at Argentina's vice-president

Cristina Fernández de Kirchner was out greeting supporters when the weapon was aimed at her head. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PUI86gD

Cristina Fernández de Kirchner: Argentines rally after botched assassination attempt

Thousands of protesters denounce political violence after a man aimed a gun at the vice-president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jrwqXeV

Pakistan floods: 'We spent the whole night running from the flood'

People are sheltering on the edge of rising water in Pakistan's Sindh province, fearing further devastation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kZboHx0

The woman who taught the West how to cook Indian food

A ground-breaking Indian cookery programme was presented by the Indian actor turned food writer Madhur Jaffrey. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zBGJArk

Jane Fonda: Hollywood star having chemotherapy for cancer

The Hollywood icon revealed she is being treated for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wiQytNE

Gotabaya Rajapaksa: Sri Lanka's ousted former president returns

Gotabaya Rajapaksa is back in the country just weeks after anti-government protests drove him from office. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZQOXvBC

Japanese yen slips to 24-year low against dollar

The US dollar hit a fresh high on strong employment data and the signal of higher interest rates. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EwhxzkV

Feist quits Arcade Fire tour, citing allegations against Win Butler

The singer was supporting Arcade Fire on tour when frontman Win Butler was accused of misconduct. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CEMdbhO

Karnataka: The leopard that has put India state in a spot

Forest officials in Karnataka state have been searching for the leopard for more than 27 days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vNZCDB0

Kenya election 2022: Were results sheets altered as Odinga claims?

Raila Odinga says results were tampered with at more than 40 voting centres - we've found no evidence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/drAeiFX

Canada: Why ERs are struggling to stay open nationwide

A growing nursing shortage has put pressure on hospitals, and smaller ones are left with few options. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7lDsMur

January 6: Ex-police officer gets record 10-year sentence over Capitol riots

Thomas Webster, 56, attacked officers with a metal flagpole during the riots in January 2021. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QtYcBTK

'Brit in the bush': Backpacker who became an accidental outback cook

UK woman Ellie Daborn cooks for 41 people on an Australian property that's 400km from any shop. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4nlw1H5