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It's bears versus robot wolves in ageing Japan

As bear attacks rise in Japan's sparsely populated villages, robot wolves have become a solution. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rVQPm1 via IFTTT

Last supermoon of the year captured on camera

A space enthusiast in Kathmandu, Nepal films the spectacle with his mobile phone through a telescope. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rQb6zpo

Last supermoon of the year captured on camera

A space enthusiast in Kathmandu, Nepal films the spectacle with his mobile phone through a telescope. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rQb6zpo via IFTTT

US one step closer to avoiding government shutdown

House lawmakers approve a temporary funding solution - which excludes new aid for Ukraine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/odANrlv

US one step closer to avoiding government shutdown

The House of Representatives approves a temporary funding solution - which excludes aid for Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/odANrlv via IFTTT

Vivienne Westwood's own wardrobe part of new runway collection in Paris

Clothes Vivienne Westwood wore and made over 30 years feature on her widower's catwalk in Paris. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ka2oflu

Life of Dianne Feinstein, the senator who defied CIA and White House

The Senate's longest-serving woman broke gender barriers, but her age was an issue late in her career. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CDGfNRA

New York City: State of emergency declared over flash flooding

Subway systems in New York City have flooded and a terminal at LaGuardia Airport is closed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qHzFaAD via IFTTT

Sycamore Gap: Man in his 60s held after Hadrian's Wall tree cut down

Police make a second arrest over the cutting-down of the world-famous Hadrian's Wall tree. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/eS4dDrb

Pastor Daniel: Claims that a Christian preacher has the power to tame lions are false

The viral video has spread to many countries in Africa, but does not show a church pastor taming lions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qBjD3f6 via IFTTT

My Dad Wrote a Porno enters podcasting Hall of Fame

The "most successful podcast in British history" is the first into the British Podcast Awards' Hall of Fame. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/61pfV8U

Sweden gangs: PM summons army chief after surge in killings

Ulf Kristersson says "everything is on the table" after three people are killed in 12 hours. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AG9QKa3 via IFTTT

Trump loses bid to delay New York civil fraud trial

Mr Trump and three of his adult children are among witnesses who are expected to be called in the case. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Yl18xc4 via IFTTT

Sir Michael Gambon: A career in pictures

A look back at the work of the award-winning star of stage and screen from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lHs8mj7

Women found in lorry in France face deportation

Six women were rescued from a lorry on Wednesday after a BBC journalist helped alert French police. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/uM7aCdh

Meta announces AI chatbots with 'personality'

At Meta's first in-person event since before the pandemic, Mark Zuckerberg announced his AI plans. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wue72hv via IFTTT

ChatGPT can now access up to date information

The chatbot's knowledge previously only included data up to September 2021, but not any more. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Wdc5tuP via IFTTT

'It's good to be home,' after 371 days in space

Astronaut Frank Rubio now holds the record for the longest continuous space flight in US history. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yNBUKQW via IFTTT

'Drug consumption room will cut terrible amount of deaths'

Hugh shows the BBC where he goes to use drugs as the UK's first consumption room was approved. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4V1YGR6

Iraq wedding fire: How the blaze unfolded

Around 100 people have died and 100 others injured after a fire broke out during a wedding in Iraq. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xZgP04a via IFTTT

Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenians rush to help ‘brothers and sisters’

Every hour, the number of people fleeing Nagorno-Karabakh climbs even further. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YuPLBRs

Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenians rush to help ‘brothers and sisters’

Every hour, the number of people fleeing Nagorno-Karabakh climbs even further. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YuPLBRs via IFTTT

How was Storm Agnes named and how did we know it was coming?

The first named storm of the season, which is set to bring 80mph winds, was first spotted in the Atlantic Ocean. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ukiI5yW

Nagorno-Karabakh: Almost 30,000 refugees have fled to Armenia

The exodus comes as the Armenian prime minister warns of ethnic cleansing in the region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hyoipUH via IFTTT

Canada's Speaker Anthony Rota resigns after Nazi in parliament row

Anthony Rota resigns after unwittingly praising a 98-year-old Ukrainian who fought for a Nazi unit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pQToglV via IFTTT

Eyerolls and groans from UAW strikers at Biden and Trump visits

Mr Biden joins striking workers in Michigan, telling them they "deserve" wage raises and concessions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/PJebIEZ

JP Morgan settles Epstein lawsuits with US Virgin Islands and Jes Staley

It will pay the US Virgin Islands to resolve a lawsuit over its alleged ties with the convicted sex offender. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/z0JISNx via IFTTT

Taylor Swift attends Kansas City Chiefs game

Swift attended the game on invitation of Chiefs player Travis Kelce and watched it seated next to his mother. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/c81dRJs via IFTTT

Taylor Swift attends Kansas City Chiefs game

Swift attended the game on invitation of Chiefs player Travis Kelce and watched it seated next to his mother. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/c81dRJs

Watch elderly man air rescued after cliff fall

Authorities responded to a hiker who had fallen from a cliff next the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YCrpV7S

South China Sea: Philippines Coast Guard cuts barrier

The Philippines says it has executed a "special operation" to remove a floating barrier in the South China Sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IfNWnYL via IFTTT

Over 340 first responders have died from 9/11 illnesses

As many have now died from complications as died in the attacks, the Fire Department of New York says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Op6V9Gy

Nagorno-Karabakh: Voices of Armenians fleeing

Thousands of people are fleeing the disputed region often leaving without belongings or food. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8ubz9kr via IFTTT

UCU university strikes: When are the next walkouts?

Five days of strike action will fall in Freshers' Week for many students. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ICm3lvu

Niger coup: Macron says France to withdraw troops and ambassador

French president says ambassador will leave and all military cooperation will end in "the months to come". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CGKSmgL via IFTTT

Asteroid Bennu: Why the return of samples are so important... in 83 seconds

It is hoped the material from Bennu could tell Nasa how life on Earth began. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bJphlcs

Woman's body found in jaws of 13ft Florida alligator identified

A witness raised the alarm after seeing the large animal clutching human remains in a canal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3n9qvub via IFTTT

Rare 'Dumbo' octopus filmed on deep sea live stream

An octopus with ear-like fins resembling the Disney character was filmed at a depth of more than 1,000 metres. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DZKBjlQ via IFTTT

TikTok frenzies 'putting police and schools under strain'

The warning comes after a BBC investigation into disruption driven by the social media platform's algorithms. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NFnkC8 via IFTTT

Rugby World Cup: Wales, Australia fans ready for Lyon's den

Supporters of Wales and Australia prepare for Rugby World Cup showdown in the French city of Lyon. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UM2Jitg

Ukraine war: Moment missile hits Russia's Black Sea fleet HQ

Video verified by the BBC shows a Ukrainian missile hitting Russia's Black Sea fleet HQ in Crimea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XJmT4qP via IFTTT

Ukraine hits HQ of Russia's symbolic Black Sea navy

The attack comes as Ukraine's president made an unannounced visit to meet Canada's PM in Ottawa. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rf5uodI

Bereavement: How do you navigate grief as a child?

Two schoolboys from Belfast describe how they are dealing with the pain of losing loved ones. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/95YZXHP

Ukraine hits HQ of Russia's symbolic Black Sea navy

The attack comes as Ukraine's president made an unannounced visit to meet Canada's PM in Ottawa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rf5uodI via IFTTT

Police left man barefoot outside Iceland before hit-and-run death

Gareth Roper was killed after being dropped outside an Iceland store with no money or mobile phone. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Jy1NX5Z

Russian TV teases launch of Tucker Carlson show

The ex-Fox News anchor appears in a trailer on state-run Rossiya 24 but exact details are not clear. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BcyoK5U

Booker Prize 2023: The Bee Sting and Western Lane make short list

The short list includes writers from the UK, Ireland, US and Canada. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/23QyIXf

King Charles impresses Paris while the rest of France shrugs

The BBC's Hugh Schofield finds the French public not as interested in the royal visit as parliamentarians. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OQX9cyr

Where Ukraine’s army of amputees go to repair their lives

Orla Guerin visits a hospital and clinic in Ukraine, where 15,000 lost limbs in the first half of 2023. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ThBovWR via IFTTT

Armenia protests follow Nagorno-Karabakh ceasefire

Thousands of people take to the capital's streets, angry at how Armenia handled the crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vGW74HN via IFTTT

King's France visit mixes PR, politics and security

The royal state visit is intended to reinvigorate the relationship between France and Britain. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Saqz2yZ

Real Madrid 1-0 Union Berlin: Late Jude Bellingham winner beats Champions League debutants

Jude Bellingham scores an injury-time tap-in as Real Madrid leave it late to beat Champions League debutants Union Berlin. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gk0ZIGV

Guinean cycles across six countries for spot at Egypt's Al-Azhar University

The 25-year-old travelled for four months from Guinea to reach top university Al-Azhar in Egypt. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4FXNpC2 via IFTTT

UK interest rate rise bets slashed after inflation fall

Interest rates were widely expected to rise to 5.5%, but half of investors now think they may not change. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5MQwLPX

EU demands answers about Poland visa scandal

The Polish government is embroiled in allegations that migrants were illegally sold visas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cZIzuvd via IFTTT

Windrush: Home Office closes dedicated team

The department's response will now be dealt with as part of the Home Office's normal activities. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/uY4Wt32

Ukraine war: Russian 'evil cannot be trusted', Zelensky tells UN

The world must unite to end Russia's aggression, Ukraine's president tells the UN General Assembly. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QSwhxDZ via IFTTT

Diane Abbott attacks Labour investigation as 'fraudulent'

The MP has been suspended from the party pending an inquiry into comments she made about racism. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9jmiHbd

Why do rape and sexual assault victims find it hard to go straight to police?

Victim-blaming culture and a lack of confidence in the police can deter victims from speaking out. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AYCE0PN

Azerbaijan launches operation against Nagorno-Karabakh and demands surrender

Baku says the operation against its ethnic-Armenian enclave will stop only if it sees a white flag. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wQgH4ft

Debris found in search for F-35 jet - authorities

Debris found in search for F-35 military jet that went missing after pilot ejected over South Carolina - US officials from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1olY76s

Marilyn Manson fined for blowing nose on concert photographer

The singer will perform 20 hours of community service and pay $1,400 in fines for the "egregious" act. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vnNWMwm

India could be behind killing of Canadian Sikh - Trudeau

Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead outside of a Sikh temple on 18 June in British Columbia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/adTCl4v via IFTTT

India could be behind killing of Canadian Sikh - Trudeau

Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead outside of a Sikh temple on 18 June in British Columbia. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/adTCl4v

Ukraine sues EU neighbours over food imports ban

Kyiv says Slovakia, Poland and Hungary act illegally - but they say they need to protect their farmers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZFlQAbw via IFTTT

Roger Whittaker: Durham Town folk singer dies at 87

The folk singer, famous for his whistling, singing and guitar playing, dies in France. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BAMYJTF

Libya floods: The bodies left unrecognisable by disaster

Doctors are struggling to identify the remains which have been found as the death toll rises. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1y9VBiU

England 34-12 Japan: England run in four tries to beat Brave Blossoms

England edge closer to the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, but do little to impress in a scrappy 34-12 win over Japan in Nice. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wvM1oPy

Libya floods: The bodies left unrecognisable by disaster

Doctors are struggling to identify the remains which have been found as the death toll rises. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1y9VBiU via IFTTT

Kent woman called 999 from hospital over care concerns

Ava Stanley from Higham says she "thought she was going to die" when nurses ignored her heart monitor. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/uNxtXnE

Ronnie MacKinnon: Former Rangers and Scotland centre-half dies at 83

Former Rangers and Scotland defender Ronnie MacKinnon passes away at the age of 83. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/n8OxVfs

Drew Barrymore apology: Star halts talk show until writers strike ends

She issued a tearful apology for continuing her talk show while her unionised writers were on strike. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/T3C58Xy via IFTTT

The Papers: Russell Brand allegations and 'crisis-hit NHS'

Most of the Sunday's papers focus on allegations made against comedian and actor Russell Brand. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3Q7nVpN

Ken Paxton: Texas Attorney General acquitted of corruption charges

Ken Paxton has always denied wrongdoing and called the impeachment a 'politically motivated sham'. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eEDFv8q via IFTTT

Turin: Girl, 5, killed after Italian military jet crash

Video footage appears to show he pilot ejecting from the plane as it starts to fall from the sky. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lYr2czJ via IFTTT

Mahsa Amini: Protesters mark one year since death of Iranian student

Thousands of people around the world have taken to the streets to mark the anniversary of her death from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vbEMrxR via IFTTT

The Libyan city that's become a barren wasteland with a smell of death

With lives in Libya washed away, anger mounts as people ask why they were told to stay at home. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ChJgsGV

Libya floods: A barren wasteland with a lingering smell of death

With lives in Libya washed away, anger mounts as people ask why they were told to stay at home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ChJgsGV via IFTTT

Rugby World Cup: Wales fans treat Nice to hymn in flash mob

A flash mob of fans sing Calon Lan on the street in Nice ahead of Wales clash with Portugal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ClthFPq

The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 87 seconds

Spain's Women's World Cup success has been overshadowed by the actions of Luis Rubiales during celebrations. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4eJ1naH

Gretchen Whitmer: Three men cleared of plotting to kidnap governor

A jury acquitted the group of involvement in a plot to kidnap Michigan's Gretchen Whitmer from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oeZ6XHr via IFTTT

The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 87 seconds

Spain's Women's World Cup success has been overshadowed by the actions of Luis Rubiales during celebrations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4eJ1naH via IFTTT

Marks & Spencer scraps plastic for paper bags

Marks & Spencer said the move should cut plastics use. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/B2InWJ5

Trevor Noah jumps into fan's car to beat traffic in Johannesburg

The ex-Daily Show host's ordeal played out live on air as he ran late for an interview in Johannesburg. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QoIxhTs via IFTTT

Vogue World: British stars hit red carpet for London fashion event

Dame Anna Wintour is joined by Sienna Miller, Kate Winslet and Stormzy at the London fashion event. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5bUmW1r

Brazil riots: First man tried for storming government buildings gets 17 years

Aecio Pereira is the first to be convicted over the storming of government buildings in January. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/C3OkeLi via IFTTT

Greenland cruise ship pulled free after three days stuck in mud

The Ocean Explorer with 206 people on board had been stuck since Monday, with some catching Covid. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YObMUX8

France's Carrefour puts up 'shrinkflation' warning signs

Carrefour is telling its customers which products are smaller than they used to be. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IYyf9aX via IFTTT

Diana's jumper fetches more than $1m at auction

The jumper caused a stir - and speculation about the black sheep's symbolism - before her 1981 wedding. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FJ8X5HU

Morocco earthquake turns mountain village to field of boulders

Rescuers find that few homes remain in the devastated village of Douzrou, where 100 have died. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/P0fue8j via IFTTT

Princess Martha Louise: Norway's princess sets date to wed shaman

The self-proclaimed shaman and the princess are known for their controversial alternative beliefs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/zQAdq74

Princess Martha Louise: Norway's princess sets date to wed shaman

The self-proclaimed shaman and the princess are known for their controversial alternative beliefs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zQAdq74 via IFTTT

Sara Sharif: Three relatives arrested over her murder

The father, stepmother and uncle of Sara Sharif, 10, are arrested after returning to UK from Pakistan. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4retgM1

Drug lord El Chapo's wife released from prison

Coronel, 34, had admitted helping Guzmán run the Sinaloa drugs cartel and aiding his prison escape. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AmNxPb5 via IFTTT

Government defeated over axing pollution rules

Labour leads a Lords rebellion on removing restrictions on water pollution to build new homes. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CgAQXLp

Libya floods: 5,300 dead amid calls for humanitarian support

As victims in Derna are buried in mass graves, rescuers say they are desperate for more help. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JF3AnWO via IFTTT

Google antitrust trial: Tech giant denies abusing power to gain monopoly

In a landmark trial brought by the US government, the tech giant denies using illegal practices to gain a monopoly. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pz1xMXS

Labour set to vote against scrapping home building pollution rules

The party is preparing to vote against the government plan aimed at boosting housebuilding. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/68n9qiT

Kim Jong Un receives red carpet welcome into Russia

The North Korean leader is expected to meet President Vladimir Putin in Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aLOwKDp via IFTTT

Three reasons Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin might want to be friends

From shared enemies to a reliance on China, Russia and North Korea have a few things in common. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oJBKT5C

Three reasons Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin might want to be friends

From shared enemies to a reliance on China, Russia and North Korea have a few things in common. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oJBKT5C via IFTTT

Russia targeted civilian cargo ship with cruise missile - UK

UK officials say Moscow fired at the ship in Odesa port, with the attack stopped by air defences. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gSUONqv via IFTTT

Man charged after military truck 'driven at police'

Geoff Marshall, 41, faces multiple charges including dangerous driving and criminal damage. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QIT2bJt

Hundreds of schools in England checked for Raac, say education chiefs

Officials say a small percentage missed Friday's deadline to return questionnaires on the concrete. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2qrz7uH

Ein el-Hilweh: Deadly clashes resume in Palestinian camp in Lebanon

At least 10 people have reportedly killed in intense fighting between rival groups at Ein el-Hilweh. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GH24ruV via IFTTT

Luis Rubiales: The kiss that shook Spanish and global football

It should have been a time of great celebration for Spain but a historic Women's World Cup win has been overshadowed by a sexism scandal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2pC8Hge

Luis Rubiales resigns as president of Spanish FA over Jenni Hermoso kiss

Luis Rubiales resigns as president of the Spanish Football Federation following criticism for kissing Jenni Hermoso after the Women's World Cup final. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/aPkxVnv

Spanish FA president Rubiales to resign over kiss

Luis Rubiales resigns as president of the Spanish Football Federation after widespread criticism for kissing forward Jenni Hermoso at the Women's World Cup. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aPkxVnv via IFTTT

Hansi Flick sacked by Germany as Euro 2024 hosts lose patience

Hansi Flick is dismissed as manager of Euro 2024 hosts Germany following a poor run of results. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QOkUX4x via IFTTT

Livingstone-inspired England beat NZ to level series

Liam Livingstone's 95 sets up a series-levelling victory for England against New Zealand in Southampton. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SGnvF4u

Johannesburg fire: Inside a 'hijacked' South African building

A resident describes her life inside one of South Africa's 'hijacked' buildings. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qeZgMQj

Ruby Franke and 8 passengers: The rise and fall of a parenting influencer

A woman who shot to fame giving parenting advice has been charged with six counts of child abuse from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KNJxHAP via IFTTT

Last night of the Proms: Sweltering heat fails to dampen the audience's spirits

The audience stomp, clap and wave flags of every denomination as the eight-week Proms season ends. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nLNV0jw

Morocco earthquake death toll rises above 2,000

The death toll from a huge quake nearly doubles as Morocco's king orders three days of national mourning. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6A3bWit via IFTTT

Johannesburg fire: Inside a 'hijacked' South African building

A resident describes her life inside one of South Africa's 'hijacked' buildings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qeZgMQj via IFTTT

Two men arrested under Official Secrets Act - Met Police

One of the men is alleged to have spied for China while working as a parliamentary researcher, the Sunday Times reports. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8icwdBV

Jagtar Singh Johal: Sunak raises the detention of Scot with Indian PM

Scottish campaigner for Sikh rights Jagtar Singh Johal has been held by the Indian authorities since 2017. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/v5mRgL7

Gabon coup: New PM tells BBC country should hold elections within two years

Raymond Ndong Sima, newly installed after a military coup, says it will take time to transition. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fZuihlU

Gabon should have an election in two years, says PM

Raymond Ndong Sima, newly installed after a military coup, says it will take time to transition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fZuihlU via IFTTT

British man fighting in Ukraine found dead in water

Jordan Chadwick, 31, from Burnley, was found with his hands bound behind his back. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/olF8qJw

Andrew Flintoff: Former England captain pictured for first time since Top Gear accident

Former England captain Andrew Flintoff is pictured for the first time since he was injured in an accident while filming Top Gear in last year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4uNz7aj

Rishi Sunak makes 'historic' G20 visit to India

He will be the first British prime minister of Indian heritage to visit the country. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rBUXip0

Peter Navarro: ex-Trump adviser found guilty of contempt of Congress

Peter Navarro flouted a summons by a committee investigating efforts to reverse the 2020 election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HKVpBmX via IFTTT

Two Brewers: Man arrested over alleged homophobic attack

Detectives investigating an alleged homophobic attack in south London arrest a man on suspicion of GBH. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/jJBchWY

Vincent Van Quickenborne: Belgian justice minister apologises for 'Pipigate' scandal

Vincent Van Quickenborne has received criticism after guests at his birthday urinated on a police van. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7RKJLTb via IFTTT

G20 summit: What do the people of Delhi think about the event?

India's capital Delhi has undergone a makeover as it prepares to host world leaders. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PL4MRZB via IFTTT

Judge to sentence actor Danny Masterson to prison for two rapes

The star of That '70s Show will learn his punishment after victim impact statements are read in court. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9XdjbMl

Biden cancels Trump drilling leases in Alaska's largest wildlife refuge

But Mr Biden has not reversed his recent approval of an $8bn drilling project in the same region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vPT14JH via IFTTT

Slums hidden as India puts on its best face for G20

Delhi is pulling out all the stops to dazzle world leaders as they prepare to gather this weekend. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Qm2kbiX via IFTTT

Danelo Cavalcante: Security lapse let killer 'crab walk' out of US prison

Danel Cavalcante used the same escape route taken by another inmate who fled earlier this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/p7xAYuH via IFTTT

Rolling Stones on the red carpet after new album launch

The band confirms the release of Hackney Diamonds, their first album of original material since 2005. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cBmOZ0Q via IFTTT

Freddie Mercury: Queen star's piano and other items sold at Sotheby's

Thousands of personal items belonging to the late Queen frontman are sold at a Sotheby's auction. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ebrVsfN

Trump suffers loss in second E Jean Carroll defamation case

A judge has ruled that Donald Trump is liable for defaming the writer who accused him of rape. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zT0lRmp via IFTTT

Trump suffers loss in second E Jean Carroll defamation case

A judge has ruled that Donald Trump is liable for defaming the writer who accused him of rape. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/zT0lRmp

Experts warn RAAC concrete affects thousands of buildings

Tens of thousands of UK buildings should be safety checked because of RAAC concrete, experts warn. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/aeQMc2k

Greece: Skiathos and Volos hit by flash floods

One person has died in Greece after torrential rain triggered flash flooding in parts of the country. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/klhe6Rg

Sand dredging devastating ocean floor, UN warns

Around six billion tonnes of sand is dredged from the world's oceans every year, a new report says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/a7RgI8z

Greece floods: Volos mayor warns 'stay in your homes!'

One person has died in Greece after torrential rain triggered flash flooding in parts of the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/klhe6Rg via IFTTT

Jill Biden: US first lady tests positive for Covid-19

She is experiencing mild symptoms, the White House says, while President Joe Biden tested negative. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4AU6ZuN

Mitch McConnell: Doctor says no evidence of stroke or seizures in freezing spell

The 81-year-old Republican has frozen twice in as many months, prompting concerns about his health. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jVazkKo via IFTTT

United Airlines briefly grounds all US flights after glitch

The airline said a "systemwide technology issue" was to blame for the brief disruption. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ejcks8m

Watch: Gavin Williamson apologises over bullying

The former cabinet minister says he regrets using inappropriate language in texts sent to Wendy Morton. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ech2vVd

Ukraine says Russian drones crashed in Romania

But the Romanian foreign ministry rejects Kyiv's version of events, saying it didn't happen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qmk63sw via IFTTT

Matthew Hedges: Foreign Office apology to UAE torture academic

Matthew Hedges' ordeal sparks a review into internal guidance on torture and mistreatment cases. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/luKP64j

Crystal Palace: Man arrested after alleged racist abuse of Wolves player during match

A man in his 60s is arrested after allegedly racially abusing a Wolves player at Crystal Palace's Selhurst Park during Sunday's Premier League game. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8bQkMGi

Minnesota jail in lockdown as 100 inmates refuse to return to cells

Prisoners are reportedly protesting conditions at the facility amid hot conditions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/x1f3J9N via IFTTT

Ukraine's defence minister Oleksii Reznikov dismissed

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Oleksii Reznikov, saying "new approaches" were needed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rwBN6eg

Torrential rain in Spain causes major flooding

Atletico Madrid and Seville's football match was called off as a red alert was issued in the capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ySFekv3 via IFTTT

Torrential rain in Spain causes major flooding

Atletico Madrid and Seville's football match was called off as a red alert was issued in the capital. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ySFekv3

Cambridgeshire: Dolphin dies after inland rescue effort

The distressed animal was put down after a rescue attempt was unsuccessful. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bK12d38

Spectacular meteor streaks across night sky in Turkey

Green shafts of light from a meteor were caught on camera as it passed over the city of Erzurum. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WniZEyG via IFTTT

Spanish club hope to help Mason Greenwood find 'best level'

Getafe manager Jose Bordalas says the Spanish club are going to help England forward Mason Greenwood "recover his best level" after his season-long loan move from Manchester United. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/yBkCWE7

PSNI data breach: Two men arrested under the Terrorism Act

Two men in their 20s have been arrested under the Terrorism Act in connection with the accidental leak. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6YQAO7t

Torrential rain turns Burning Man festival into mud bath

People at the event in the US state of Nevada have been told to conserve their food and water. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/H4u2caz via IFTTT

Burning Man festival-goers told to conserve food and water

Festival-goers are told to conserve their food as access in and out of the Nevada event is shut down. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OHl7FUm

Gboyega Odubanjo: Family raise £40,000 in memory of 'beloved' poet

The money will be used to create a foundation for low-income black writers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VMqkw0Y

Burning Man festival-goers told to conserve food and water

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Tharman Shanmugaratnam: Singapore picks a president who could've been much more

Voters chose Tharman Shanmugaratnam for a ceremonial role but many felt it was a waste of potential. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BcYEWVm via IFTTT

Mohamed Al Fayed: Former Harrods owner dies at 94

The high-profile Egyptian businessman lost his son Dodi in the car crash that killed Princess Diana. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FL4tvHE

Bodycam video shows Ohio police fatally shooting pregnant black woman

Ta'Kiya Young, 21, appears to advance the car towards an Ohio officer before a single shot is fired. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nxVIjuF via IFTTT

Steve Lamacq to scale back BBC Radio 6 Music show

The DJ scales back his afternoon shows from five days a week to one, saying he's "a bit knackered". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/J6p1IB2

Woman sets record for world's longest mullet

Tami Manis' hair is 172.72cm (5ft 8in) long. She says she has to braid it to keep it safe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PhEJmD8 via IFTTT