Italy Meloni: Far-right leader poised to govern despite Putin row
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-63327290?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 10:07 AM
Giorgia Meloni could soon be sworn in as PM despite a row over an ally's pro-Putin remarks.
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Ukraine war: Zelensky accuses Russia of plot to blow up dam
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-63341251?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 12:10 PM
Ukraine's leader warns of a "large-scale disaster" if Russia targets the Kakhovka hydroelectric plant.
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Imran Khan: Former Pakistan PM barred from holding public office
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-63344059?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 12:39 PM
The former cricketer is disqualified following what he says is a politically motivated case.
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Ralph Lauren apologises after Mexico indigenous 'plagiarism' claim
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-63342715?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 1:36 PM
The fashion giant was accused by the wife of the Mexican president of copying indigenous designs.
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Ugandan ivory trader sentenced to life in prison
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-63343732?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 10:44 AM
The wildlife authority describes this as a landmark punishment in the protection of rare species.
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Giant fuel fire engulfs Mexico railway and homes
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-63339888?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 3:31 AM
Dramatic video on social media shows a cargo train hurtling through flames in Aguascalientes.
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Chad protests: Overnight curfew after protests turn deadly
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-63341710?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 1:06 PM
Around 50 people died in pro-democracy protests as the international community condemns violence.
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Colombia cocaine: UN reports record coca crop
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-63339203?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 20, 2022, 11:23 PM
The UN reports an increase in the cultivation of coca - the main ingredient in the illegal drug.
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Chess cheating row: Hans Niemann sues accusers Magnus Carlsen and Chess.com for libel
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-63338375?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 20, 2022, 9:25 PM
Hans Niemann is suing grandmaster Magnus Carlsen and others after they accused him of cheating.
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New York court dismisses Kevin Spacey sexual assault lawsuit
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-63338929?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 12:27 AM
The case was brought by Anthony Rapp, who had been seeking around $40m (£36m) in damages.
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India vaccine maker destroys 100 million doses of expired Covid jab
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-63324548?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 5:51 AM
Vaccine maker Serum Institute of India said the doses had expired due to falling demand.
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The downfall of Steve Bannon
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/election-us-2016-37971742?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 20, 2022, 7:19 PM
Steve Bannon, a right-wing media personality-turned-Trump adviser, is back in court once again.
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Ukraine war: Growing Russia-Iran ties pose new dangers
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-63328274?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 7:06 AM
The conflict has driven them closer together in a way which could impact the world beyond Ukraine.
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The flying car that could turn into a biplane
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-63325341?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 11:06 AM
An American start-up reveals a novel design, but what is the future of flying cars?
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Taylor Swift: Midnights praised by critics despite lack of radio hits
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63341633?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 8:47 AM
Critics praise the "fantastic songs" on Midnights, but some add there is "not a smash hit in sight".
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Deepfaked: ‘They put my face on a porn video’
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62821117?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 20, 2022, 11:41 PM
Campaigner Kate Isaacs describes the horror of seeing her face digitally edited into an adult film.
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Liz Truss resignation: World politicians and media react to Truss departure
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-63333462?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 9:28 AM
News of Liz Truss's resignation prompted quick reaction from political leaders and media commentators around the world.
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Europe faces tough decisions over nuclear power
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63245112?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 20, 2022, 11:07 PM
With high energy prices and disrupted gas supplies, European nations consider more nuclear power plants.
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Qatar scandal: Exclusive BBC interview on trauma of invasive medical examinations
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-62072074?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 20, 2022, 11:22 AM
British and Australian women speak out about their trauma following invasive medical examinations by Qatari officials in 2020.
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Ukrainian troops under close gunfire
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-63318579?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 19, 2022, 4:12 PM
War in eastern Ukraine involves not only artillery strikes, but close combat, as the BBC's Jonathan Beale finds.
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Steve Bannon enters court, talks of 'illegitimate regime'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-63237518?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 21, 2022, 1:13 PM
The former Trump adviser walked past protestors yelling 'traitor' before speaking to media.
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Doctor's funeral in Kyiv brings home pain of Russian missile attacks
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-63288127?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 19, 2022, 8:41 AM
Dr Oksana Leontieva was going to work after leaving her son at nursery when she was killed in Kyiv.
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Russian general: Situation in Ukraine 'tense'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-63311327?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 19, 2022, 6:44 AM
The commander of Russian forces in Ukraine appears to admit difficulties in occupied regions.
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Ukraine prisoner of war: 'I ask God that he doesn't get tortured'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-63233894?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 17, 2022, 10:42 PM
The family of Leonid Yevseyev, a Ukrainian prisoner of war, still hope for his safe return.
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How Iran state TV tries to control story of protests
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-63258084?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 17, 2022, 10:42 PM
Iran's state-run media puts forward a very different narrative of the protests from what is being shared on social media.
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Watch: Hong Kong protester beaten up in China consulate grounds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63282230?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 17, 2022, 6:34 AM
The man was pulled into the Chinese consulate grounds in Manchester and beaten up.
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