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Russia: Mikhail Gorbachev changed history, but was wrong about ties to West

The former president opened up the Soviet Union but failed to prevent its collapse in 1991. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BYbl5C2 via IFTTT

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Nourah al-Qahtani: Saudi woman jailed for 45 years for social media posts

Nourah al-Qahtani was convicted of "violating public order using social media", activists say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZaH4rov via IFTTT

Giant hailstone: Toddler killed in violent Spanish storm - report

Around 50 people are injured by hailstones that measured up to 10cm in diameter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XNEfRVm via IFTTT

Mikhail Gorbachev: Remembering a warm-hearted and generous man

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg recalls his meetings with the late Mikhail Gorbachev over the past 20 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CW1B7Ys via IFTTT

Switzerland's vanishing glaciers threaten Europe's water supply

Ice in the Swiss Alps provides water for rivers, crops and the cooling of nuclear power stations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8TX5RmV via IFTTT

BBC business newsCo-op sells petrol stations to Asda in £600m deal

The company says the sale of its forecourts will help it balance its books and expand its chain. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/u7ITreM via IFTTT

Ukraine grain deal: Where are the ships going?

More than 50 ships have braved the risks to take food from Ukraine to destinations around the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NDLKFZ2 via IFTTT

Timed Teaser: Blast! What scuppered lift-off?

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go! from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wCBnT9Z via IFTTT

US Open tennis balls: Iga Swiatek among female players criticising 'horrible' balls

World number one Iga Swiatek is one of a number of players to complain about the different tennis balls female players use at the US Open. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GCvUM67 via IFTTT

Twin films: How two new Pinocchio movies reflect a Hollywood trend

It's the latest in a long line of two films coming out about the same subject in the same year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/v8aIk1C via IFTTT

Moqtada al-Sadr, dominant Iraqi political leader, retires from politics

The step by Moqtada al-Sadr, who supporters recently stormed parliament, is seen as a major move. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yjBDAxb via IFTTT

Man killed by lions after climbing into zoo enclosure

The authorities are trying to find out why he climbed into the lion enclosure in Accra's zoo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bPiyUkO via IFTTT

BBC business newsEnergy bills could break firms, warns ex-chancellor

Alistair Darling says the new prime minister must quickly take "bold action" to help with soaring costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/olPaAzT via IFTTT

Charli XCX: I was always up for getting down and dirty

Looking back at her career from illegal raves to stadium tours, the star wonders what will come next. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7z6yJ94 via IFTTT

Two Air France pilots suspended after cockpit fistfight

The cabin crew intervened after hearing noise from the cockpit as two pilots started fighting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/w9klS7K via IFTTT

US Open preview: Serena Williams' goodbye & Emma Raducanu's title defence top New York bill

Serena Williams' impending farewell and Emma Raducanu's title defence will grab most of the attention at an intriguing US Open packed with storylines. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/80zWvbN via IFTTT

BBC business newsEU faces awful winters without gas cap - minister

Calls mount for an EU-wide cap on the price of gas and its decoupling from electricity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/dkmtTLz via IFTTT

Noida towers demolition: The moment Supertech skyscrapers imploded

The blast, which took months of careful planning, lasted just about 12 seconds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UNLnbu3 via IFTTT

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Ukraine war: Russian recruitment drive unlikely to have impact - UK

Vladimir Putin recently pledged to increase Russia's armed forces personnel by 137,000. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KaLnwxy via IFTTT

California freeway split in half by monsoon floods

Aerial footage shows the destroyed section of Interstate 10 near the Arizona-California border. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rmIZ5VM via IFTTT

EuroPride 2022: Serbia will not host event, says president

President Alexandar Vucic cancels the parade - but organisers insist they will go ahead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/214UqHb via IFTTT

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United States to appoint first Arctic Ambassador

On Friday, Nato chief Jens Stoltenberg warned of the Russian threat in northern polar regions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pHUsDla via IFTTT

Russia blocks nuclear treaty agreement over Ukraine reference

A number of countries criticise Russia as it blocks a joint UN declaration on nuclear security. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4QCvsc9 via IFTTT

Hong Kong's Peak Tram reopens after 14 months

The service is welcoming back passengers even as tight coronavirus restrictions remain in place. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/enjxwIT via IFTTT

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Iran: Women attend first league match for 40 years

The rare move for Iran to allow women into stadiums where men are playing followed appeals by Fifa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KCspd6B via IFTTT

WHO boss: I can't help my starving Ethiopian family

Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus says he does not even know who in his family is dead or alive amid the war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BnUR5ec via IFTTT

BBC business newsFelixstowe: Port strikes could hit toy industry, say retailers

Business owners share how walk-outs at Felixstowe could affect them in the lead-up to Christmas. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/EbV43S1 via IFTTT

Chinese outcry after volleyballers wear N95 masks during match

China's Volleyball Association later apologised, saying the decision was due to "lack of experience". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/w5Zyqdb via IFTTT

Paul Allen: Largest art auction ever to sell Microsoft co-founder's $1bn collection

The proceeds of the largest art auction ever will go to charity, Christie's auctioneers said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4P36ZoW via IFTTT

Sonali Phogat: Arrests over India politician and former TikTok star murder

Sonali Phogat, a member of India's governing BJP party, died under suspicious circumstances a few days ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7w5IpOm via IFTTT

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Shinzo Abe: Japan police chief resigns over ex-PM assassination

Local police have previously said there were "undeniable" flaws in security for the former PM. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MOrRykb via IFTTT

Vicky Bowman: UK ex-ambassador to Myanmar arrested

Vicky Bowman and her Burmese husband run a centre which encourages businesses to respect human rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/84grQv2 via IFTTT

China heatwave: Sichuan residents flee heatwaves and power cuts underground

Residents in some of China's provinces are employing creative ways to beat a record breaking heatwave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KMLXBRS via IFTTT

BBC business newsLidl to sell misshapen drought-affected vegetables

The supermarket says produce such as potatoes, onions and apples will "look and feel different". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/rEIXsRv via IFTTT

Sewage in sea: French appeal to EU over UK discharges of waste

The UK is threatening health on the French coast as raw sewage is dumped in the sea, French MEPs say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QWpLsAl via IFTTT

Peru to sue Repsol for $4.5bn over oil spill

The spill has been described by Peru as the worst ecological disaster around Lima in recent memory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AkpKULV via IFTTT

BBC business newsIndia tycoon Adani in hostile bid for news channel NDTV

Gautam Adani's move has drawn attention because he is seen as being close to PM Modi. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/f3H65Gb via IFTTT

Japan should consider building new nuclear plants: Kishida

Most of the country's nuclear plants were suspended after the 2011 Fukushima disaster. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bqTANcr via IFTTT

BBC business newsJust Stop Oil protests: Activists arrested over M25 services damage

Petrol pumps are out of action after activists glued themselves to forecourts and damaged pumps. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bxu36Az via IFTTT

Prayuth Chan-ocha: Thai court suspends PM from office

Prayuth Chan-ocha won power in a military coup in 2014 but his opponents say he has overstayed his ruling term. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UDz4P1V via IFTTT

BBC business newsMinimum wage should rise to £15 for all workers, says TUC

The Trades Union Congress says this higher rate should be paid to all workers, including under-23s. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kwRjIcL via IFTTT

BBC business newsPort of Felixstowe strike: 'This pay rise makes a big difference'

As industrial action enters a third day, why are union members at the UK's busiest port walking out? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/axvUtAX via IFTTT

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US Open 2022: Will Novak Djokovic be able to play?

Former world number one Novak Djokovic has his "fingers crossed" he is allowed to play in the US Open despite not being vaccinated against Covid-19. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mFSXbBx via IFTTT

BBC business newsGatwick flights cancelled at short notice due to staff sickness

Some 26 EasyJet flights have been cancelled in and out of the London airport due to staff sickness. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/csTi45b via IFTTT

Not so Despicable: China changes ending of 'Minions' movie

The movie is meant to be the backstory of a villain but China's latest alteration has changed this. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SoMG8AD via IFTTT

Kenya's Raila Odinga challenges presidential election result

Raila Odinga narrowly lost the presidential election, with 48.8% of the vote to William Ruto's 50.5%. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rHKENe1 via IFTTT

BBC business newsSizewell C: Boris Johnson backs Suffolk nuclear power plant funding

The Sizewell C plant is expected to cost £20bn and could provide the UK with 7% of its electricity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iftXBIA via IFTTT

Iconic Shanghai sights go dark as drought hits power supply

Power cuts elsewhere in China have also hit major manufacturers of cars and smartphones. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kyEMJvl via IFTTT

Cineworld confirms it is considering bankruptcy

The cinema chain, which also owns Picturehouse, claims it has struggled with poor ticket sales. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uJGtbkS via IFTTT

BBC business newsFelixstowe: Strike continues at UK's biggest container port

A second day of strike action is under way at the Port of Felixstowe as workers want increased pay offer. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/coDHBAE via IFTTT

BBC business newsIconic Shanghai sights go dark as drought hits power supply

Power cuts elsewhere in China have also hit major manufacturers of cars and smartphones. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/kyEMJvl via IFTTT

Iraq collapse: Bodies pulled from rubble after landslide hits shrine

Bodies are found after the Qattarat al-Imam Ali shrine was hit by a landslide in the Karbala region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ns59tQ7 via IFTTT

In pictures: Drought in Europe exposes sunken ships, lost villages and ominous 'hunger stones'

Nazi warships, lost villages and "hunger stones" are revealed as water levels drop across Europe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6yVqe23 via IFTTT

377A: Singapore to end ban on gay sex

The repeal of a colonial-era law will effectively legalise homosexuality in the conservative state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QUJbioa via IFTTT

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Portugal wildfires: State of alert begins amid third heatwave

The country is bracing for its third heatwave of the summer, with temperatures of up to 38C predicted. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mkcgCx1 via IFTTT

India monsoon rains cause fatal bridge collapse

A bridge collapses in India following seasonal rains in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, killing at least two people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9hZRilJ via IFTTT

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Ukraine displays destroyed Russian tanks in Kyiv

Destroyed Russian military vehicles are on display in Kyiv, ahead of Ukraine's Independence Day. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/K5ONqC0 via IFTTT

Turkey crash: Bus ploughs into crash scene, killing rescuers

The bus hit emergency crews and journalists at the site of an earlier road accident, killing 16. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nJRpNFl via IFTTT

Seized £63m Russian superyacht Axioma to be sold at Gibraltar auction

The monster boat can sleep 12 guests and boasts a swimming pool, jacuzzi, spa and 3D cinema. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Jd8ga9 via IFTTT

Jonah Hill to stop promoting films to protect his mental health

A psychologist says the Superbad actor "should be applauded" for opening up about anxiety attacks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jZaSxU1 via IFTTT

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Rohingya and CAA: What is India's refugee policy?

India is not a signatory to international laws for refugee protection and follows an ad-hoc policy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/G1hJV7B via IFTTT

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BBC business newsRussia Starbucks: Home-grown chain Stars replaces coffee giant

Stars Coffee replaces Starbucks after the US chain pulled out over the Russian invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/S9z0FBL via IFTTT

Escaped bull wrecks shop in Peru

The animal had escaped from a truck transporting it to an abattoir. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xDLPuAV via IFTTT

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BBC business newsBuy now, pay later: Warning over influencers' adverts on social media

Financial regulator says some adverts posted by influencers fail to highlight risks of borrowing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/50XLfKO via IFTTT

Ukraine war: Russia rejects call to demilitarise Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant area

The appeal comes amid warnings of a nuclear disaster, as each side accuses the other of shelling it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zMiN2G9 via IFTTT

BBC business newsGateshead factory closure puts 430 jobs at risk

Orchard House Foods wants to relocate production from Gateshead to its base in Northamptonshire. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hAB2D0U via IFTTT

Bodies found in New Zealand auction suitcases were of two young children

The victims, thought to be aged up to 10, were found in suitcases bought at auction last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QVU85Ik via IFTTT

Patrick Reed: American golfer suing The Golf Channel for defamation in $750m lawsuit

US golfer Patrick Reed files a $750m defamation lawsuit against American television network The Golf Channel and commentator Brandel Chamblee. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vN3Dr7a via IFTTT

BBC business newsSir Jim Ratcliffe: Billionaire wants to buy Manchester United

British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to buy Manchester United if the Glazer family put the club up for sale. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5ABUNw3 via IFTTT

'Madame Butterfly': Japanese fashion pioneer Hanae Mori dies

A trailblazer in her field, she was the first Asian designer to break into French haute couture. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nqshp98 via IFTTT

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BBC business newsLadbrokes owner Entain to pay £17m for breaching rules

Entain failed to properly check possible money-laundering or offer support to struggling customers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Q7uRnAx via IFTTT

Elon Musk sends social media into frenzy with joke on Twitter about buying Man Utd

Elon Musk, the world's richest man, sends social media into a frenzy with a joke on Twitter that he is buying Manchester United. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LlA7jO via IFTTT

Kenya election 2022: Raila Odinga to go to court, as others celebrate

Kenya held one of its most nail-biting, and controversial, elections since one-party rule ended. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Gmo0AEw via IFTTT

BBC business newsUK inflation rate calculator: How much are prices rising for you?

Use our calculator to find out how much the cost of living is going up in your household. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/12eloCM via IFTTT

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BBC business newsMartin Lewis: Energy bill crisis is on scale of pandemic

Government support needs to double to make up for the huge expected rise in bills, the consumer expert says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jYtSyAX via IFTTT

Liz Cheney: Trump’s nemesis faces Republican day of reckoning

Wyoming Republicans decide on Tuesday if Liz Cheney is a defender of the constitution or a "swamp rat". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ifYAIsm via IFTTT

Kenya election result: William Ruto victory hailed amid result dispute

Foreign leaders congratulate the president-elect but backers of Raila Odinga question the result. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VdL0ZaY via IFTTT

Ukraine war: Explosions rock Russian base in Ukraine's Crimea

The base is hit by blasts a week after a Ukrainian attack on another military airbase in Crimea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3uYCgwm via IFTTT

Scott Morrison: Ex-Australia PM held five additional portfolios, Albanese says

PM Albanese says Mr Morrison held five extra portfolios but the ex-PM said he acted "in good faith". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xOJXgIM via IFTTT

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BBC business newsCost of living: Keir Starmer set to call for energy price cap freeze

The Labour leader will set out his plan on Monday - with no detail yet on how the freeze would be funded. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/12RvnoF via IFTTT

Egypt fire: Dozens dead in Giza Coptic church

The blaze broke out at a Coptic Christian church in the city of Giza causing a stampede. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/P6eFoxv via IFTTT

'We are waiting for rain, for winter, for God' - Fighting a megafire in France

On the frontline of the wildfires in France is a tactical team trying to stay ahead of the flames. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R7thVWm via IFTTT

Walrus Freya who became attraction in Norway's Oslo Fjord put down

Freya had to be euthanised because the public went too close to her, officials said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oNOClFd via IFTTT

Saudi Aramco: Oil giant tops own record with $48.4bn quarterly profit

The staggering profit comes amid soaring oil prices in the aftermath of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7zrP8Id via IFTTT

BBC business newsSaudi Aramco: Oil giant tops own record with $48.4bn quarterly profit

The staggering profit comes amid soaring oil prices in the aftermath of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7zrP8Id via IFTTT

Australia: Gunman arrested after Canberra airport shooting

A man is arrested after shots were fired at the airport in Australia’s capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nSepF4O via IFTTT

Horrifying, ghastly: Authors condemn attack on Salman Rushdie

The literary world has reacted to the attack on Salman Rushdie with shock and condemnation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/exmvtVC via IFTTT

Kenya elections 2022: Live result updates

The latest results from the presidential and parliamentary races. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kB5RJbe via IFTTT

Medusa festival: One killed as strong winds cause stage collapse in Spain

At least 40 others were injured in bad weather at a popular electronic music festival near Valencia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LeNm6x2 via IFTTT

Southern Baptist abuse claims under DoJ investigation

A report this year accused the largest US Protestant denomination of covering up abuse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OC7Wxed via IFTTT

Medusa festival: High speeds winds cut Spanish festival short

A local news outlet reports wind speeds of up to 65km/h tore off part of the festival's main stage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KcWuYTx via IFTTT

German ex-leader Gerhard Schroeder sues parliament over lost perks

The former chancellor has faced criticism over his links to Russian energy companies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MGPi5ap via IFTTT

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Freya the walrus could be put down unless public back off, Norway warns

Freya the walrus, a popular attraction in the Oslo Fjord, is in danger from too much attention. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/D4wm8NM via IFTTT

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Ukraine war: Crimea blasts significantly hit Russian navy - UK

The Ministry of Defence says the blasts have "significantly degraded" Moscow's Black Sea Fleet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SLanZAY via IFTTT

Brazilians march in defence of democracy over Bolsonaro election fears

Thousands take part in marches amid fears the president may dispute October's election result. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yhwD4W8 via IFTTT

Firenado rages in California

Hot temperatures and strong winds formed a 'firenado' in California on Wednesday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/D05dWcv via IFTTT

Indian man wins 22-year court battle over 25 cents

He was overcharged for train tickets he bought in 1999 and had been fighting to get the money back. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MVEcj5Z via IFTTT

BBC business newsBogus companies scam: 'We never knew our home was on the list'

Thousands of UK home addresses have been used by crime gangs to register bogus firms, the BBC finds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GkDprfV via IFTTT

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Australia defence force suicides 'a national tragedy'

A royal commission inquiry interviewed hundreds of people over alarmingly high death rates. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ptyIsLz via IFTTT

BBC business newsJetBlue airline boss over-hiring to beat staff exodus

Low-fare carrier JetBlue said it is a necessary policy when recruiting, as the industry re-starts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XILY5oE via IFTTT

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BBC business newsPort Talbot: Tata Steel faces crunch-time, professor warns

There are fears the Port Talbot site may shut if a deal to help cut carbon emissions is not struck. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/q3Bndf8 via IFTTT

Mexico's indigenous groups celebrate their heritage

Mexico marked the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples with an exuberant parade. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cwJ4Fp6 via IFTTT

Langya: New virus infects 35 people in eastern China

The patients are thought to have caught the virus from animals such as shrews, and not from humans. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/08L5ySQ via IFTTT

Trapped whale rescue under way in France

It took a team six hours to hoist the animal from the River Seine, where it had become stranded. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/D1F06zE via IFTTT

Kenya elections 2022: Raila Odinga and William Ruto in tight race for president

More than 90% of polling stations have reported, but the official result may not be known for days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HXtJny7 via IFTTT

BBC business newsFelixstowe port workers to strike after talks fail

The UK's biggest container port faces an eight-day walkout after staff rejected a pay offer. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/WyBsfOG via IFTTT

South Korea: Eight dead as floods submerge streets of Seoul

Some of South Korea's heaviest rain in decades caused power cuts and swept cars across the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QSGMVc4 via IFTTT

BBC business newsCost of living: The people using OnlyFans as a second job to help with bills

A campaign group says more young people are joining the site because of the rising cost of living. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VdzfwpY via IFTTT

Actor Ezra Miller charged with burglary

The embattled star allegedly broke into an unoccupied home in May to steal bottles of alcohol. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JHK2vgx via IFTTT

Mark Zuckerberg reveals new WhatsApp privacy features

The changes will let users silently leave group chats and control who sees their online status. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HimY9D1 via IFTTT

China resort lockdown: Escaping to Sanya only to face fresh curbs

Many in Sanya had arrived hoping for relief from strict Covid-control measures in bigger cities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Gx7XWal via IFTTT

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Ukraine: Any attack on a nuclear plant is 'suicidal', says UN

António Guterres says inspectors must be given access to the site, after it was shelled at the weekend. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6qptfeP via IFTTT

China-Taiwan: Beijing conducts new military drills near island

The drills were due to end on Sunday but a statement said sea and air exercises were continuing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/F7AGizL via IFTTT

Qantas asks executives to work as baggage handlers for three months

The airline's head of operations has asked for 100 volunteers to fill the roles for three months. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/C0ao8hS via IFTTT

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Mexican mining rescue: Ten miners trapped underground

The 10 workers are stuck underground in Coahuila after a tunnel wall collapsed in a mine shaft. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NJRSEPw via IFTTT

Sanya: Covid lockdown strands tourists on 'China's Hawaii'

Over 80,000 tourists in the resort known as "China's Hawaii" face new restrictions and cancelled flights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/G25ndZe via IFTTT

Commonwealth Games: How climate change is changing life around the world

Climate change is here. But it is also everywhere. Three Commonwealth athletes explain how it is changing their sport and homes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5gpwaLk via IFTTT

Ukraine war: Four more grain ships leave Ukraine as hopes grow for export stability

Four vessels leave Ukrainian ports via a safe maritime corridor set up under a deal with Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/d15iT7t via IFTTT

Flash flooding swamps California's Death Valley

Nearly 1,000 staff and visitors were unable to leave as all roads in and out were closed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OlvYCsQ via IFTTT

John Legend on abortion rights: 'Government should not be involved'

The singer has spoken out on the issue after his partner suffered a miscarriage two years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eXKv5FT via IFTTT

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Croatia bus crash: Twelve Polish pilgrims killed and 31 injured

All 31 surviving passengers are injured, with some fighting for their lives, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E8hfiI7 via IFTTT

Judith Durham: Former Seekers lead singer dies aged 79

The Australian musician found fame in The Seekers, a folk music group, before going solo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/k4VYtPh via IFTTT

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Ukraine war: Russia undermining safety of Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant - UK

The UK defence ministry says Russian troops are likely operating in the areas around the plant. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/krj9ybW via IFTTT

Thailand nightclub fire kills at least 13 and injures dozens

Video footage shows people fleeing the club screaming, some with their clothes alight. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/M7TZKtx via IFTTT

Watch: The Japanese road washed away in a flood

Flash flooding in Japan has forced people to be evacuated from their homes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qcwQJTE via IFTTT

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Men convicted over Brazil fire that killed 242 go free

The men had been found guilty of causing the deadly blaze at the Kiss nightclub in Brazil in 2013. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OXDzGSb via IFTTT

BBC business newsUK interest rates: How does a rise affect me?

Interest rates are one of the main tools used to keep the UK economy growing steadily. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZxB6uze via IFTTT

Taiwan tensions: China condemns 'manic' visit as Pelosi continues tour

"Manic, irresponsible and irrational": China's foreign minister reacts to Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ya50hgV via IFTTT

'We've been living with China's threats for 70 years'

"They're a bunch of gangsters," says one man fishing on the dockside, as Chinese missiles fly nearby. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mPbg71G via IFTTT

BBC business newsEnergy bills to change every three months to avoid price shocks

The regulator says the change means price rises and falls will be passed on to customers more quickly. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Zq2IGKM via IFTTT

BBC business newsShell staff get profits bonus as energy bills soar

The oil giant is to give its staff a bonus as households are being hit by soaring energy bills. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8FvIj4D via IFTTT

Taiwan: Pelosi leaves Taipei to sound of Chinese fury

"Those who play with fire will not come to a good end," warns China's foreign minister after the visit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/v1l5nyr via IFTTT

China-Taiwan: As China broods, Taiwan is in a 'Pelosi lovefest'

The US Speaker's visit is celebrated in Taipei, but could it spark a major US-China crisis? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Qrs9R37 via IFTTT

Dev Patel: Actor breaks up knife fight in Australia

The Slumdog Millionaire star successfully broke up an altercation in Adelaide on Monday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/czSQNuI via IFTTT

Arizona Primary: Rusty Bowers, who defied Trump, loses re-election bid

Rusty Bowers, who testified against Donald Trump in June, loses to an ally of the ex-president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xZ3arJK via IFTTT

BBC business newsRobinhood cuts nearly a quarter of staff as crypto dives

The trading platform, which is popular with amateur investors, reported a large drop in revenues. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/La85S7h via IFTTT

Pelosi visit: Taiwan puts the ball firmly in Xi Jinping's court

Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taipei has put an increasingly assertive China on the back foot. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MAYCPL2 via IFTTT

2030 World Cup: Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay bid to be joint hosts

Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay submit a joint bid to host the World Cup in 2030. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TFcNE1o via IFTTT

Authorities investigate after mysterious sinkhole appears in Chile

Authorities are investigating the sinkhole which is about 25m (82 ft) wide and 200m (650ft) deep. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SuyD06r via IFTTT

BTS could perform while doing military service

The oldest member of the K-pop band turns 30 next year so the issue has come into focus in South Korea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KmCtzlY via IFTTT

Ambani and Adani: Asia's richest men battle to dominate 5G in India

Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani are set to compete in the world's second-largest internet market. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KPa9yYF via IFTTT

BBC business newsHouse prices climb 11% despite cost of living squeeze

But the Nationwide says there are signs of a slowdown and interest rate rises could cool the market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Lya0MlP via IFTTT

People are being airlifted to safety to escape Kentucky floods

Dozens of people have died and hundreds remain missing in the US state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dnpwYoi via IFTTT

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BBC business newsHinkley B: UK's most productive nuclear power plant to close

Hinkley Point B will shut down permanently on Monday, after 46 years generating electricity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/x6teLIu via IFTTT

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Ukraine war: First grain ship leaves under Russia deal

A ship carrying grain leaves Odesa under a deal aimed at easing a global food crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cSrgDvd via IFTTT

New Zealand fully reopens borders after long pandemic closure

The country shut its borders in March 2020, a move that majorly impacted the tourism industry. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oNxFuyO via IFTTT

India water crises: Why millions in India are still without tap water

The BBC travels across India to see how the plan to bring water to millions is working. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NsUp1OM via IFTTT

Myanmar military extends emergency rule until 2023

The army has promised to hold elections but its leader says the country must be stabilised first. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KQW6g5O via IFTTT

BBC business newsJD Sports loses millions in forced Footasylum sale

The sportswear chain has sold the retailer after just three years following competition concerns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/0Z7Veqa via IFTTT