Banker Oleg Tinkov renounces Russian citizenship over Ukraine

Billionaire oligarch Oleg Tinkov condemns "Putin fascism", furious at Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Correction Officer Is Stabbed in Head by Rikers Inmate

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US midterms: The $6bn election advert spending spree

The two parties have focused on very different issues. Katty Kay decodes their campaign messages.

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Justice Dept. says First Amendment may not protect self-appointed drop box monitors in Arizona.

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U.S. Extends Enforcement of Sanctions on Russian Oil Deliveries to January

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Pelosi, Vilified by Republicans for Years, Is a Top Target of Threats

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¿Qué significan las elecciones de Brasil para América Latina?

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Brazil elections: Cheers and tears as Lula beats Bolsonaro

Supporters of the left-wing leader erupt with joy as Bolsonaro fails to win a second term in power.

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What does Brazil’s election mean for the United States?

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Telangana’s ambitious palm oil strategy to help India reduce import

The Telangana state government is investing heavily in the crop, but experts remain sceptical.

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Indonesia syrup deaths: Parents demand accountability as toll rises

Distraught parents demand answers after at least 157 children died from acute kidney injury.

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‘I could hardly breathe’: A survivor of the crowd surge describes a scene of chaos.

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Seoul crush witnesses describe 'out of control' scene

Two 21-year-olds say the sight of first-aiders treating crowds was like something out of a film.

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Russia Withdraws From Grain Deal After Drone Attack on Black Sea Fleet

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Families come to a makeshift morgue, waiting for news in a predawn vigil.

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South Korea: Droves of revellers leave area after deadly Seoul crush

Footage shows rescue workers at the scene in Seoul as crowds of revellers leave the bustling area.

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Sending a Message

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Qatar 2022: Why are people protesting about the World Cup host?

World Cup host Qatar is receiving complaints over its human rights record and laws on homosexuality.

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The TikTok Emu Was Just Stressed

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Week in pictures: 22-28 October 2022

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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Elon Musk moves to form a content moderation council for Twitter.

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Playing to Western Discord, Putin Says Russia Is Battling ‘Strange’ Elites

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European Election Observers Warn of Republican Election Deniers

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Rishi Sunak: How the US shaped Britain's new leader

Rishi Sunak points to his time in California studying and working as a defining part of his life.

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Pentagon strategy document outlines more dangerous challenges posed by Russia and China.

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Your Friday Briefing: The U.S. Economy Grew, Slowly

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Democrats Raise Questions About Mnuchin’s Deals in Persian Gulf

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Reports of Looting in Kherson as Ukrainians Battle to Retake the City

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Aastha Arora: Where is India's billionth baby now?

The BBC revisits Aastha Arora - "the special baby" whose birth in 2000 made global headlines.

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Kenya battles unsafe Chinese contraceptive pill a decade after ban

Susan Wamaitha was urged to take a Chinese-made contraceptive not knowing it was banned in Kenya.

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The impact of Iran's uprising beyond its borders

Tensions in Iraqi Kurdistan are high, following several missile and drone attacks in the region from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.

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Your Thursday Briefing: Iran’s Protests Intensify

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Hochul is intent on highlighting Zeldin’s relationship with Trump.

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Politics increasingly a deal-breaker on US dating scene

With US midterm elections looming, singles yearn more than ever to meet their ideological soulmate.

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This is the only debate between Hochul and Zeldin. Here’s why.

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Nedd Brockmann: The man who ran across Australia in 47 days

Nedd Brockmann ran 3,953 km (2,456 miles), inspired a nation and raised millions for charity.

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Allow Natalia Lafourcade to Reintroduce Herself

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Inflation: Why Canada grocers are accused of 'greedflation'

Nearly 80% of Canadians blame grocers for higher food prices, but economists say it's complicated.

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State Dept. warns that ‘dirty bomb’ claims could be a pretext for Russian escalation.

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Mr. Sunak, the Multimillionaire, Goes to Downing Street

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M.T.A. Will Reopen Some Subway Bathrooms for First Time Since Pandemic

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Leslie Jordan: Will and Grace star dies aged 67

US media reported the actor was killed after being involved in a car crash on Monday.

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New ground as tech aims to help boost soil health

As much of the world's earth has been degraded, efforts are being made to improve matters.

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Their America Is Vanishing. Like Trump, They Insist They Were Cheated.

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Snap, Crackle and Pop

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Zeldin Agrees to Debate Hochul This Week in N.Y. Governor’s Race

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Rishi Sunak, Now the Front-Runner for U.K. Prime Minister, Could Say, ‘I Told You So’

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Boris Johnson’s Statement on Withdrawing From Race

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As Russia and Ukraine Seek Gains on Front Line, U.S. and Allies Warn Moscow

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Iran protests: Huge rally in Berlin in support

About 80,000 people march in Germany's capital, in the biggest rally held so far by the Iranian diaspora.

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Cost of living: Why more Australians are giving up their pets

The cost of pet food has soared in Australia due to the pandemic and the Ukraine war.

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Who's building pipelines to steal Nigeria's oil?

The discovery of a 4km-long pipeline built by thieves to steal Nigeria's crude leaves many in shock.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'empty spaces'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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To Be Continued

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Kilimanjaro: Firefighters tackle blaze on Tanzania mountain

The fire started on Friday night along one of the mountain's most popular climbing routes.

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Dietrich Mateschitz: Red Bull co-owner & energy drink giant dies aged 78

Red Bull co-owner Dietrich Mateschitz, a major global business figure as a result of his energy drinks empire, dies aged 78.

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Zelensky accuses Russia of deliberately slowing grain shipments.

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Super PAC Aligned with Senate G.O.P. Cuts Off New Hampshire TV Ads

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Why Everyone Should Make Brunswick Stew, a Southern Classic

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Twitter Tries Calming Employees as Deal With Elon Musk Looms

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In Arizona Governor’s Race, a Question Looms: ‘Where’s Katie?’

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Your Friday Evening Briefing

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Julie Kent, Renowned Former Ballerina, Will Lead Houston Ballet

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Teenager to Plead Guilty to Terrorism and Murder in Michigan School Shooting

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Money rains on highway after Chile burglary

A shop burglary in Chile ended in a car chase and money showering onto a highway.

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This Minnesota Race Will Show the Potency of Crime vs. Abortion

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Italy on verge of new government despite row

Far-right Giorgia Meloni could be sworn in as PM soon, despite a row with ally Silvio Berlusconi.

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Liz Truss is eligible for a taxpayer-funded allowance of $129,000 a year for life.

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Ex-Day Care Workers Charged After Scaring Children With ‘Scream’ Mask

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Chess cheating row: Hans Niemann sues accusers Magnus Carlsen and Chess.com for libel

Hans Niemann is suing grandmaster Magnus Carlsen and others after they accused him of cheating.

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Al Ries, Adman Who Sought a Portal Into Consumers’ Brains, Dies at 95

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The U.S. charges 5 Russians and 2 Venezuelans in a scheme to send military technology and oil to Russia.

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Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: Nasa shows how a war zone faded from space

Images of nights skies show power supplies disappearing in Ethiopia as a humanitarian crisis bites.

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Ukrainians told to 'charge everything' as power grid hit by Russia

Ukraine's grid operator warns of many power cuts after Russian missiles damaged energy facilities.

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Charley Trippi, Versatile Football Hero, Dies at 100

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Webb Telescope Captures New View of ‘Pillars of Creation’

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What these buzzwords say about Xi's China

Party propaganda offers clues to one of the country's most powerful leaders in decades.

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McCarthy Suggests a G.O.P.-Led House Would Question Aid to Ukraine

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For Broadway’s ‘1776’ Revival, the Drama Is Offstage

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Your Tuesday Evening Briefing

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