Henry Kissinger: China mourns 'a most valued old friend'

The death of the contentious former US secretary of state draws nostalgia and compliments in China.

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Elliott Erwitt: Legendary photographer dies aged 95

Magnum says he will be remembered for seeking out life's "most absurd and charming moments".

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Will Tesla's truck recover from its shattering start?

Tesla boss Elon Musk says the new cybertruck will "change the look of the roads".

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Henry Kissinger: Divisive diplomat who towered over world affairs

President Nixon's foreign affairs guru declared power to be the "ultimate aphrodisiac".

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Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger dies aged 100

Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger dies at his home in Connecticut, aged 100.

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Key Dutch party sees 'no basis' for talks with Wilders

Anti-Islam populist leader Geert Wilders needs the backing of other parties to become prime minister.

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Who are the released hostages?

Ninety-seven people captured during the 7 October attacks have been released by Hamas.

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How the Elgin Marbles scream injustice for most Greeks

After talks between UK and Greek leaders are cancelled, our Europe correspondent gauges the response in Athens.

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Thundersnow and whiteouts as winter weather hits US

Heavy snow blankets northern states creating dangerous conditions in first major snowfall of the season.

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Crowds and dignitaries gather for Rosalynn Carter memorial service

A host of former US presidents and first ladies will attend the tribute service in Georgia.

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Israel Gaza: 33 Palestinians released on fourth day of truce

It brings the total number of Palestinians released since the first swap on Friday to 150.

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Toxic gas putting millions at risk in Middle East, BBC finds

The BBC finds that the UAE, hosts of the COP28 climate summit, are breaking their own ban on gas flaring.

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Vaping: Australia to ban disposable vape products from January

The move is part of a crackdown aimed at protecting children from becoming addicted to nicotine.

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Kenya abortion: Women go to backstreet clinics amid legal ambiguity

An estimated seven Kenyan women die a day after unsafe abortions even though they are legal in some cases.

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Injured teen freed in latest Palestinian prisoner release

Abdurahman Al-Zaghal, who was shot in the head, is among the latest prisoners to be released.

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Slick videos or more 'authentic' content? The Israel-Gaza battles raging on TikTok and X

Pro-Palestinian TikTok posts gain traction with Gen Z, while slicker Israeli content is popular on X.

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Indo-Chinese cuisine makes a splash in US dining

The cuisine, wildly popular in Indian streets and restaurants, is now finding a place on food menus in the US.

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Ukraine war: Fierce row erupts over 2024 election

Some right-wing US politicians want Ukraine to vote as scheduled next year. Ukrainians don't.

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Gaza hostages: 'My father wasn’t released, but I’m happy for those families'

Relatives of those held hostage by Hamas hope Friday's deal paves the way for more to be released.

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What Geert Wilders' victory means for Dutch society

After his Dutch election win. will the anti-Islam populist leader be able to effect any of his ideas?

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France warns people off Black Friday clothes deals

The French government has launched a campaign encouraging people not to buy new clothes during festive sales.

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Davis Cup Finals 2023: Novak Djokovic seals Serbia's win over Great Britain

Novak Djokovic tells a group of British fans to "shut up" after Serbia knocked Great Britain out of the Davis Cup quarter-finals.

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Japan ordered to compensate wartime 'comfort women'

A South Korean court has ordered Japan to compensate a group of women who were forced to work in wartime brothels.

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Cameron Ortis: Canada intelligence official guilty on spy charges

Cameron Ortis, 51, a former RCMP civilian member, is convicted of leaking secrets to organised crime figures.

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Rainbow Bridge: US-Canada border blast not terror-related, says NY governor

The vehicle was speeding towards the Rainbow Bridge when it crashed and was engulfed by a fireball.

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Guns N' Roses Axl Rose accused of 1989 sexual assault in lawsuit

In a lawsuit, model Sheila Kennedy accused the rock star of violently attacking her over 30 years ago.

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Climate change: The villagers building 100ft ice towers

The people of Ladakh in the Indian Himalayas have used maths to solve a water shortage.

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Canada's QAnon 'queen' leaves town - but doesn't go far

Romana Didulo and her band of followers have left a Canadian village that wanted them out.

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A$AP Rocky must face trial on charges of firing gun at childhood friend

The rapper could face nine years in prison if convicted of opening fire in a feud with a childhood friend.

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US says Israel hostage deal 'closer than ever'

A deal to release Israeli hostages held in Gaza is "closer than ever before", a senior US official says.

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Radical political change in Argentina and an uncertain future

Javier Milei's victory sends a clear message - Argentinians wanted change and he was likely to deliver it.

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Former OpenAI boss Sam Altman pictured at firm's HQ amid reports of return

Sam Altman posts a selfie from the firm's US head office 48 hours after his shock ouster from the company.

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Liberian leader George Weah hailed for his sportsmanship after accepting defeat

Across the divide, there is relief that Liberia's leader and ex-football star conceded to his rival.

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Argentines choose between polar opposites in run-off

A left-wing economy minister and a far-right libertarian are vying to become the next president.

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Napoleon Bonaparte's hat to go on sale at Paris auction

The black bicorne felt hat was a trademark of the French emperor, and is expected to fetch up to €800,000.

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Russia says it shot down Ukrainian drone headed towards Moscow

The claim comes after Ukraine said it destroyed 29 out of 38 drones launched by Russia on Friday night.

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Taylor Swift postpones Rio de Janeiro concert after death of fan

The US pop star says she is putting safety first after temperatures in the Brazilian city reached 39.1C.

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Donald Trump to remain on Colorado primary ballot after judge dismisses lawsuit

A judge rules it is not in her power to bar the frontrunner from the state's vote to choose a candidate.

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US cancer patient's dying wish erases $16m in people's medical debt

Casey McIntyre left a heart-wrenching goodbye on social media - and multi-million dollar gift.

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Finland closes four crossing points on Russia border

Helsinki said it was trying to halt a surge in illegal crossings from Russia, mostly of third-country citizens.

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Sean Combs: Singer Cassie accuses rap mogul of rape and abuse

The rap mogul is labelled a "serial domestic abuser" in a lawsuit, which his attorney called "outrageous".

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Liberia election result: George Weah and Joseph Boakai in neck and neck race

Joseph Boakai has a tiny lead over President Weah, with results from 85% of polling stations counted.

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Haiti: Gang violence prompts hospital evacuation

More than 100 patients are safe after clashes broke out near a clinic in the capital's largest slum.

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Canadian killed family to make Muslims fearful, jury hears

Prosecutors say Nathaniel Veltman wanted to send "a brutal message" to other white nationalists.

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Iceland volcano: Moment house shakes after series of earthquakes

Thousands of people have been told to leave their homes over fears of a volcanic eruption.

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US House stalls vote to impeach Homeland Secretary Mayorkas

A small group of Republicans joined Democrats in pushing off the effort to impeach the secretary.

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US Supreme Court takes on ethics row with first-ever code of conduct

Judges have been criticised for failing to disclose gifts and holiday arrangements they received.

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Gaza hospital unable to bury dead bodies, WHO says

The World Health Organization says al-Shifa hospital is "nearly a cemetery" as fighting rages around it.

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Delhi AQI: Toxic haze in India capital after Diwali festival

Many people burst crackers to celebrate the Diwali festival despite a ban on fireworks due to high pollution.

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US Republican Senator Tim Scott pulls out of presidential campaign

The Republicans' only black senator has been trailing far behind Donald Trump in polls.

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DP World: Australia ports remain closed after cyber-attack

Operations at DP World sites in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth have been suspended since Friday.

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Skating on a once-in-a-decade "ice window" in Alaska

Footage shows an ice rescue instructor skating on a rare window of ice in Alaska's Alpine lakes.

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French march against antisemitism shakes up far right and far left

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen plans to rally alongside major political parties but the far left refuses.

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Gaza hospital crippled as fighting rages nearby

Israel agrees to help evacuate babies from Al-Shifa hospital after two die due to a lack of electricity.

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Donald Trump: Legal experts see uphill battle in fraud case

Two weeks of testimony from Donald Trump and his family has hurt his case, say lawyers watching.

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Actors' deal includes pay rises and intimacy co-ordinators, union says

The US actors' union says its national board has voted to back the agreement with Hollywood studios.

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Eric Adams: FBI seize NYC mayor's phones in fundraising investigation

His campaign says devices, believed to be two iPhones and an iPad, were taken by agents on Monday.

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Hamas hostages: The faces of those taken from Israel to Gaza

From elderly grandparents to young children, these are the people known to have been taken captive.

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First ever images prove 'lost echidna' not extinct

Expedition captures first ever footage of spiky egg-laying mammal that walked with dinosaurs.

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Hunger Games: Stars hit red carpet for world premiere of latest instalment

Rachel Zegler was among the cast at the first blockbuster launch since Hollywood actors ended their strike.

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Iran-backed Yemeni rebels shoot down US drone

Washington is on alert for activity by Iran-backed groups in the region in the wake of the Israel-Gaza war.

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Airbnb boss 'listening' to cities' housing concerns

Brian Chesky denies the platform creates housing shortages but said Airbnb was listening to concerns.

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Disney boss declares new era after job cuts

The entertainment giant has been under pressure as its traditional movie and film businesses decline.

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'We walked into a wasteland' - BBC's Jeremy Bowen in Gaza with Israeli forces

IDF soldiers showed the BBC what they called a Hamas weapons factory, under a home where children lived.

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AI: Fears hundreds of children globally used in naked images

Indecent artificial intelligence-generated pictures are believed to have swept across the globe.

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Chicago Marathon: Stoma runner's hopes after New York snub

Gayle Redman's stoma supplies vest is banned from the New York Marathon, but allowed in Chicago.

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Donald and Ivanka Trump over the years... in 90 seconds

Once her father's most trusted adviser, she has become a conspicuous absentee after the 2020 election.

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Christie's sells rare blue diamond for over $40m

The 17.61 carat, pear-shaped "Blue Royal" diamond, set in a ring, fetched $43.8 million, reports said

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Human skull found in Florida charity shop Halloween section

Investigators describe the finding in the Halloween section as a "twist of not-so-humerus events".

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Florida boy calls 911 for a hug from officer

Video shows the moment a deputy responded to the emergency call - and what he taught the boy.

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Tyson Foods recalls US nuggets after metal pieces found

Tyson Foods has taken dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets off the shelves in nine US states.

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The US is quietly arming Taiwan to the teeth

America is using its own money to send weapons to a place it officially doesn't recognise.

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Few reasons for optimism after Antony Blinken's diplomatic dash

Over three frantic days, Antony Blinken tried to find middle ground where none exists, for now.

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Irish-Israeli girl feared dead 'may be hostage'

Emily Hand's DNA is not found among the victims killed in the Kibbutz Be'eri attack last month.

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Rock in a hard place: France-Spain border residents angry over road blocks

Members of a French coastal town are campaigning to reopen a road connecting it with Spain.

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Rema, the Afrobeats star who does not intend to calm down

The meteoric rise of a Nigerian Afrobeats star prepared to hustle his way to global domination.

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Hostage situation at Germany's Hamburg airport - police

Special forces are deployed after reports that an armed man with a child drove through an airport gate.

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China and Australia: Frenemies who need each other

Australia's Anthony Albanese is in Beijing this weekend for the first such trip in seven years.

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Pentagon acknowledges flying unarmed drones over Gaza

The US military said the drones, first spotted by journalists, were searching for hostages.

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Hezbollah chief Nasrallah to break silence on Israel-Gaza war

So far its response has been contained, but fears remain its involvement may widen the conflict.

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A doctor, tailor, and bride-to-be: Stories of those killed in Gaza

From surgeons to young children, these are some of the people known to have been killed in Gaza.

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'Crypto King' Sam Bankman-Fried guilty of FTX fraud

The verdict concludes a stunning fall from grace for the 31-year-old former billionaire.

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Apple sales dip again despite iPhone boost

Apple says that sales have dropped for the fourth quarter in a row despite a boost from iPhones.

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Bangladesh: Political violence grips country as election looms

A rejuvenated main opposition has intensified protests ahead of general elections in January.

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Day of the Dead: 'It's an offering to remember my mum'

With food and marigold flowers, Mexico celebrates 'Día de los Muertos' on the first days of November.

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Disney to buy remaining 33% stake in streaming service Hulu

In a widely expected move, Disney says it will buy the remaining 33% stake from TV giant Comcast.

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