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Khartoum branch of Sudan Central Bank in flames

Video shows a fire raging at a bank in the heart of the capital, Khartoum. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GpIZc8b

Portugal: Four dead after suspected pigeon racer dispute

A man in Portugal reportedly shot three people before killing himself in a feud related to pigeons. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/P8Ok7Sn

Adidas sued by investors over Kanye West deal

Shareholders claim the sportswear giant knew about the rapper's behaviour before it cut ties in 2022. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UtN82yw

Drone spots 3-year-old girl lost in US wilderness

The child was located in scrubland after she ran off and was reported missing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0aViKTC

Biden Gets a Chance to Mock Fox News, and Gleefully Takes It

By Peter Baker and Katie Robertson from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/PyZBtOw

Who Won, and Who Lost, in the 2023 N.F.L. Draft

By Mike Tanier from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/jBJ1WHV

Ukraine war: Video shows huge flames rising from Crimea oil tank

Thick, dark smoke fills the sky above the depot after it was reportedly hit by a drone. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/r10NsVx

Gunman kills five, including child, at Texas home

Police in Cleveland, Texas are looking for the suspect, described as a Mexican man carrying a rifle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iTzVFKE

Man Resumed Date After Killing ‘Scammer’ Over $40, Police Say

By Jesus Jiménez from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/AWSrvLH

Barack Obama and friends surprise Barcelona restaurant

Bruce Springsteen and Steven Spielberg joined the ex-US president for dinner in the Catalan capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0nX67Qk

Sudan family: 'No words can describe this moment'

Muammar Ali sees his three-month old baby daughter, Wahaj, for the first time, as his family joins him in the UK from Sudan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nJrwzlU

Student stops school bus after driver passes out

Dillon Reeves is being hailed as a hero for his swift action, which saved 66 students aboard the bus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yriXgkh

Fox News Gambled, but Tucker Can Still Take Down the House

By Jason Zengerle from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/XEo2exQ

A Transgender Lawmaker Is Exiled as Montana G.O.P. Flexes New Power

By Jim Robbins, Mike Baker and Jacey Fortin from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/ROj0iUh

Vietnam arrests 65 for drug smuggling in toothpaste tubes

Vietnam is a major drug-trafficking hub despite having some of the harshest drug laws in the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/j9HxJ7e

Montana Governor’s Nonbinary Son Calls on Him to Reject Transgender Bills

By Eduardo Medina and Jacey Fortin from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/5Dsy3xZ

'Dangerous manoeuvres' in China and Philippines' cat-and-mouse sea chase

A near-collision between Chinese and Philippine vessels underscores the dangers in disputed waters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YgZGrRp

Sudan crisis: Turkish evacuation plane fired on

Paramilitary fighters deny involvement, saying they are committed to the extended truce. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eLcAJXy

BBC reporter spins out of control in zero gravity

The BBC’s Science Editor Rebecca Morelle struggles during her first experience of weightlessness. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/U7ZCySV

Who is Bryan Freedman, the lawyer said to represent Don Lemon and Tucker Carlson?

Don Lemon and Tucker Carlson reportedly have the same man on speed dial: attorney Bryan Freedman. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HZ5OFpX

Seth Meyers Speculates About Why Fox Dumped Tucker Carlson

By Trish Bendix from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/dKJ8sHj

Turkey's Erdogan falls ill on TV and cancels election rallies

Turkey's president suspends election campaign events after a TV interview abruptly comes to a halt. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TUI84v3

Facebook owner Meta’s profits exceed expectations

It said AI was "driving good results" across its business - which has slashed jobs worldwide. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MDFlVZR

Thai woman accused of murdering 12 friends in cyanide poisonings

Police say Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn is suspected to have poisoned at least 13 people since 2020. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qagzZ7B

Ted Lasso's Colin: My nan recorded my audition that got me the role

Billy Harris, who plays Colin Hughes, talks about his real-life football skills from his self-tape. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BlQTAEM

Shot UK doctor pleads for help leaving Sudan

A British doctor who was shot is desperate to get out of Sudan, but won't leave his mother. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8vkIs9R

Microsoft's deal to buy Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard blocked in UK

The ruling puts the $69bn deal for the maker of Call of Duty and Candy Crush in jeopardy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/I8AbgjF

Dennis Barnes: Teen receives more than $9m in university scholarship offers

Dennis Barnes has got into 125 schools and is hoping for more so he can reach $10m in offers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3OjbRLS

How to Claim Your Share of Facebook’s $725 Million Privacy Settlement

By Jenny Gross from NYT Business https://ift.tt/QKfBkiO

Ad Flap Leaves Bitter Aftertaste for Bud Light and Warning for Big Business

By Charles Homans from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/705fM64

Lawyers for Trump and His Accuser Clash Over Her Motives in Rape Case

By Benjamin Weiser, Lola Fadulu and Kate Christobek from NYT New York https://ift.tt/9u35pzq

Biden v Trump: The sequel few Americans want to see

A potential re-run of the 2020 US election is on the cards - that's not exciting voters for now. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/M0ZiR7F

In a Lawsuit, Tucker Carlson Is Accused of Promoting a Hostile Work Environment

By Katie Robertson from NYT Business https://ift.tt/XFYisal

ispace: Japan Moon landing would be first by private firm

Only the United States, Russia and China have successfully landed a spacecraft on the Moon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1WdXnv0

Biden Announces Re-election Bid, Defying Trump and History

By Peter Baker from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/BfLEhmI

Turkish mass arrests target Kurdish areas ahead of election

At least 126 people are held, before Turks vote in a May election that could bring down the president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rEKdwcj

WFI: India sports ministry admits to lapses as wrestlers continue protest

Wrestling Federation of India is under scrutiny after sexual harassment allegations against its chief. from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-65382707?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

‘Succession’ Season 4, Episode 5 Recap: Bleed the Swede

By Noel Murray from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/PmOkHov

Sudan fighting: Civilian death toll rising as thousands flee

Officials in South Sudan say 10,000 people have arrived at the country's border in recent days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YMPXtsw

How Democrats Learned to Cast Aside Reservations and Embrace Biden 2024

By Shane Goldmacher from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/7FYhQDg

Twitter gives fake Disney account verified status

The gold tick confirmation appeared despite the account holder saying he had not paid for it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dRqD25x

Israel arrests Jordanian MP for alleged gun-smuggling

The lawmaker is suspected of trying to smuggle hundreds of weapons into the West Bank, reports say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0rDPVE2

Rachel Weisz and the Glorious Horrors of Pregnancy

By Alexandra Kleeman from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/WHfoCMy

Goldman Prize honours indigenous woman who stopped mining giant

Alessandra Korap Munduruku's defence of her group's territory led to a U-turn from Anglo American. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FK9yNQT

Disneyland fire-breathing dragon engulfed by flames

A giant dragon in California's Disneyland Park is engulfed by fire during a show as visitors look on. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jV769XR

Maleficent: Dragon catches fire during Disneyland show in LA

Maleficent the fire-breathing dragon dramatically went up in flames during Saturday's live show. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zFZDxw

James Cleverly: British diplomats evacuated after specific threats in Sudan

UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly says the embassy in Khartoum has been closed and staff re-located. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rFWtbUM

British diplomats evacuated from Sudan

British diplomats and their families evacuated from Sudan in a "complex and rapid" operation, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirms from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/snjEXeQ

Thabo Bester: Body used in South African rapist's prison break identified

Notorious South African rapist Thabo Bester faked his own death to break out of prison last year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IsqNA0L

Twitter restores blue tick to high profile accounts

Twitter restores the verified blue badge to accounts that insist they did not pay for a subscription. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dRnE5NB

Jack Teixeira: The video game players sharing secrets online

Online gamers are posting classified documents online to settle arguments over military hardware. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Atc0nC2

Dominion’s C.E.O.: We Settled the Lawsuit Against Fox News, but We’re Not Done Yet

By John Poulos from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/s1Onk2W

Dame Edna's funniest moments in 60 seconds

A look back at some laughs from the comedian, Barry Humphries, best known for character Dame Edna Everage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JK1P0Fk

Koko Da Doll, Star of Film on Transgender Sex Workers, Is Killed in Atlanta

By Michael Levenson from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2o9RhdY

Barry Humphries: Dame Edna Everage comedian dies at 89

The Australian was known for comic creations such as Dame Edna, Sir Les Patterson and Sandy Stone. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DbwTeho

Barry Humphries: The satirist and comedian whose life was dominated by Dame Edna Everage

The talented actor, satirist and comedian whose life was dominated by his gaudy alter-ego. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ju34Y2H

Testimony Suggests Trump Was at Meeting About Accessing Voting Software

By Richard Fausset and Danny Hakim from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/py9wnT1

Hollywood Beach: Waterspout crashes onto beach full of people

Strong winds send a man flying, luckily to no harm, while sun chairs get scattered along Miami beach front. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QuWdiOK

‘Prove Mike Wrong’ for $5 Million, Lindell Pitched. Now He’s Told to Pay Up.

By Neil Vigdor from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/G3rC7Mt

Is time up for Twitter?

What Elon Musk's blue checkmark shake-up could mean for the platform's future. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iRc4es1

After 20 Years, an Arrest in the Murder of a Detective’s Daughter

By Christopher Maag from NYT New York https://ift.tt/QMTuFlE

Eid 2023: Muslims celebrate the end of Ramadan

Millions of Muslims are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, one of the biggest events in the Islamic calendar. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/54y61Zb

Twitter drops labels on major news accounts

The BBC, Russia's RT and NPR in the US were among the outlets to lose their Twitter funding labels. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QwWmGI1

Wisconsin Sheriff rescues stuck bobcat from car grill

A Sheriff's office in Wisconsin responds to an unusual call by a driver. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lGcWUmY

UK sandwich chain Pret A Manger launches in India

This week, US technology giant Apple also opened its first two retail outlets in the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9fubDnY

Sudan fighting: Why it matters to countries worldwide

Fighting in the north-east African nation is ringing alarm bells around the world. Why does it matter so much? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AGK2s5P

Tunisia: Is democracy there being destroyed?

Tunisia spent a decade building a democracy, but the current president is accused of dismantling it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zxIX4uB

Brazil Congress storming: Lula's security chief resigns

Marcos Gonçalves Dias steps down after video shows him in the presidential palace as it was stormed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KjJ0kZL

Venezuela corruption: 15-year sentence for Hugo Chávez's nurse

Claudia Díaz starts a long jail sentence in the US after being found guilty of money laundering. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gQVlAhc

Michael Schumacher: Seven-time F1 champion's family plan legal action after AI-generated 'interview'

Michael Schumacher's family are planning legal action against a magazine which published an artificial intelligence-generated 'interview' with the former Formula 1 racer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hFUTQse

Rahul Gandhi: India court dismisses Congress leader's appeal against conviction

Rahul Gandhi, who remains disqualified as a lawmaker, will challenge the decision in a higher court. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/G2C0R5W

Mifepristone: Abortion pill ruling expected from US Supreme Court within hours

Millions will lose access to mifepristone at midnight unless the conservative-dominated court acts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q2dU9FA

Italian outcry over Lollobrigida 'ethnic replacement' remarks

In a speech about birth rates, the agriculture minister uses a phrase linked to white supremacists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MplLdHD

Danish reporters see armed men on Admiral Vladimirsky

Danish TV reporters film armed men watching them as they approach a Russian ship. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KGxpcgm

People perch on aircon units as hospital burns

Harrowing video shows people trying to escape a fire in Beijing that killed 29 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0gEGpUB

New Zealand cat killing competition for children axed after backlash

Organisers said the fundraising event for a local school had been aimed at protecting native birds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uFSdp9j

Chinese man mistaken for hare dies after being shot

Wang Moujin fell into a ditch and drowned after being shot with an air gun, say Chinese police. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rmqYQHM

Ralph Yarl: Doctors cannot believe boy survived shooting, mother says

The 16-year-old who was shot after ringing the wrong doorbell in Missouri is recovering at home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9iX85pJ

Are Crumbl Cookies the Best or the Worst? It Doesn’t Matter.

By Priya Krishna from NYT Food https://ift.tt/0JZnlut

Sudan conflict: No water, no light as fighting rages on

A resident of Sudan's capital tells of running out of drinking water as battles rage for a fourth day. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IyoaDYn

Italian police find cocaine packages floating in the sea off Sicily

Italian police said it was probably "one of the largest" drug hauls ever made in the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wnuQa1D

Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin visits occupied Kherson and Luhansk regions

The Russian president spoke to military commanders in occupied areas of Ukraine, according to the Kremlin. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5IplamZ

Killing on Live TV Renews Alarm About India’s Slide Toward Extrajudicial Violence

By Mujib Mashal, Hari Kumar and Sameer Yasir from NYT World https://ift.tt/DFgLl60

Ahmad Jamal dies at 92: Acclaimed jazz pianist who influenced Miles Davis

He inspired generations of musicians including Miles Davis and was known for his sparse playing style. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HhwrZWJ

The Moral Center Is Fighting Back on Elite College Campuses

By David French from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/7s01CZx

Sudan: Fighter jets, gunfire and explosions shock Khartoum

People take cover in Sudan's capital as the army clash with paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ck9qWd8

Sudan crisis: Shock and anger in Khartoum, a city not used to war

Residents say stray bullets and threatened neighbourhood sweeps by armed forces mean nowhere is safe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KhroPBi

Atiq Ahmed: Moments before former Indian MP shot

Dramatic scenes show the moments just before former MP Atiq Ahmed was gunned down in Prayagraj. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5jTiDvo

Why DeSantis Has to Run

By Ross Douthat from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/txUgwEQ

Australia climate protest: Rising Tide activists shovel coal off train

Some 50 protesters are arrested after halting cargo bound for the country's top coal export terminal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VdePF52

Japan’s Prime Minister Safely Evacuated After Blast

By Motoko Rich, Hikari Hida and Mike Ives from NYT World https://ift.tt/QVbITJi

US savers get savvy ditching and switching banks

A wave of transfers is hitting US banks, adding another wrinkle to challenges facing the financial system. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QerTN80

The fishy business of a Chinese factory in The Gambia

Members of a fishing community are upset with a fishmeal plant that is disrupting life on their shores. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/A8TcbWR

Christians celebrate Holy Fire amid Jerusalem police limits

Israeli police limit attendance over safety concerns, which churches urge Christians to ignore. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3s84QbR

The Ethics of Nine of the Most Powerful People in America

By The Editorial Board from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/UYjk7Pe

Sudan fighting: The military rivalry behind the clashes in Khartoum

The fighting is a direct result of a vicious power struggle within the military leadership. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mFLBMy3

Japan: Kishida smoke bomb sparks memories of slain PM Abe

The incident comes as a shock, occurring only nine months after Shinzo Abe's murder. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fAhedRW

Six Takeaways From Trump’s New Financial Disclosure

By Michael C. Bender, Eric Lipton, Matthew Goldstein and Ken Bensinger from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/jvF21a5

How bionic arms are being made for Ukrainian soldiers

The BBC had access to a factory in Bristol responsible for creating bionic arms for wounded Ukrainian soldiers from the war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/B56udE3

Jack Teixeira: How damaging are US intelligence leaks?

The BBC's Frank Gardner on the impact of 21-year-old Jack Teixeira's highly classified US military leaks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ubeI0jc

Why People Are Fleeing Blue Cities for Red States

By David Brooks from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/5CzFhis

Beatriz Flamini: Athlete emerges after 500 days living in cave

Beatriz Flamini spent two birthdays in the cave, and kept busy drawing and knitting woolly hats. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6TwlOd9

The Airman Who Gave Gamers a Real Taste of War

By Aric Toler, Christiaan Triebert, Haley Willis, Malachy Browne, Michael Schwirtz and Riley Mellen from NYT World https://ift.tt/htm5wz3

Justice Thomas Failed to Report Real Estate Deal With Texas Billionaire

By Abbie VanSickle from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/VX1p2dt

Yemen war: Major prisoner swap raises hopes

Hundreds held by the warring sides are being freed, as momentum builds for an end to the conflict. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EytnIQG

Norway expels 15 Russian diplomats accused of spying

The country's foreign minister claims the intelligence officers were operating under diplomatic cover. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Tr5MpoJ

Court Says Abortion Pill Can Remain Available but Imposes Temporary Restrictions

By Pam Belluck from NYT Health https://ift.tt/7Tyex4L

Waves form on severely flooded airport runway in Florida

Flooding has impacted airports and roads across southern Florida. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LisPl7t

US court preserves access to abortion drug mifepristone for now

A federal court preserves access to a widely used abortion pill called mifepristone, but with restrictions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qJZDsEA

Feinstein, Under Pressure to Resign, Asks to Step Down From Judiciary Panel

By Annie Karni from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/UztGk37

Songkran: Hong Kong arrests two for shooting water guns at police

Authorities accuse the duo of using the event celebrating the Thai new year as a cover for dissent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/20bHVz8

Moment protester tackled during President Macron Amsterdam visit

It's the second time protests have disrupted the French president's Netherlands visit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/C0FNr6E

Why Does My Neck Look So Much Older Than My Face?

By Hannah Seo from NYT Well https://ift.tt/dFzfvPG

Gerard Depardieu: French actor faces new sexual assault allegations

The actor is accused of sexual assault or harassment by 13 women, a French news website reports. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Gys6b2X

From Red Carpet to Doghouse: Macron Returns From China to Allied Dismay

By Roger Cohen from NYT World https://ift.tt/9DBiU5r

Chichen Itza: Archaeologists discover scoreboard for ancient Maya ball game

The carved stone with hieroglyphs was found at the Chichen Itza archaeological site in Mexico. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NWzA57d

Elon Musk tells BBC that owning Twitter has been quite painful

The multi-billionaire defended his running of the company in a last-minute interview live from Twitter HQ. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R3XdHLj

Watch: Elon Musk's last-minute interview with the BBC

Musk talks about the "pain" of owning Twitter and the BBC's objection to being labelled "government funded". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pbFunqP

Democrats urge Supreme Court to investigate judge

The conservative Supreme Court justice faces a backlash for free luxury trips he did not disclose. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/o0NiGWn

Taiwan bear badge punches back after China drills

The badge depicts a Taiwanese black bear punching Winnie the Pooh, who often symbolises Xi Jinping. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EydegYM

Al Jaffee: Record-breaking US cartoonist dies at 102

Best known for his work on Mad magazine, Jaffee was still working up until 2020. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6kNgycA

Myanmar military airstrike kills at least 53 - witnesses

The military has increasingly used air strikes to crush the resistance since they seized power in 2021. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WrT0Lz9

Shiveluch volcano: Video shows Russian village under 8.5cm of ash

Footage shows streets covered in a thick layer of dust as a 10km ash plume rises from the volcano. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MXrpTRC

Pentagon leak shows S Korea torn on sending Ukraine weapons

The document, seen by the BBC, reveals a conversation between high-level South Korean officials. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/duwVgfq

Did Jesus Really Rise From the Dead?

By Tish Harrison Warren from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/wN1Ugdc

Lasse Wellander: Abba pay tribute to guitarist's 'musical brilliance'

Lasse Wellander played "an integral role in the Abba story", the Swedish superstars say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/toIgyVG

French Alps avalanche: Four hikers killed, others injured

A wall of snow hit a group near Mont Blanc in south-eastern France. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dZFRIrt

Two Federal Judges Issued Opposing Rulings on Abortion Pills. Here’s What’s Going On.

By Pam Belluck from NYT Health https://ift.tt/zglLo41

Pope Francis: Easter mass brings relief to public after pontiff's illness

The pontiff "looked in really good health", said one of the thousands of people in St Peter's Square. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RWyENI5

The Russians Took Their Children. These Mothers Went and Got Them Back.

By Carlotta Gall, Oleksandr Chubko and Daniel Berehulak from NYT Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/UjkeIiv

Maia and Rina Dee: Funerals of sisters killed in occupied West Bank to take place

Maia and Rina Dee, who used to live in Britain, were shot on their way to a family holiday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vYUeXHs

Yemen war: Saudi-Houthi talks bring hope of ceasefire

The talks in Yemen could mean that the eight-year war is coming to an end. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AQSg7NH

Thabo Bester: South African murderer who faked death arrested in Tanzania

Thabo Bester, known as the "Facebook rapist", escaped from South African prison last year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0ojeb7g

Iran installs cameras to find women not wearing hijab

Police say increased surveillance will help to combat 'resistance against the hijab law'. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AYG0xMz

Georgia Looms Next After Trump’s Indictment in New York

By Richard Fausset and Danny Hakim from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/nZkcWGA

Ukraine to export electricity again after months of Russian attacks

Russia's assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure led to blackouts throughout winter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nQpqHbB

China conducts military drills around Taiwan Island

On land, by sea and in the air - pictures released by China's state broadcaster show military drills around Taiwan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IB14HFY

Chinese military rehearsing encirclement of Taiwan

The exercises began hours after Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen returned from a trip to the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TegAzl4

Chained woman case: Five jailed in trafficking case that horrified China

The woman - a human trafficking victim - was found locked in a hut with a chain around her neck. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zui53Tv

NZ pilot's kidnappers tell Indonesia to negotiate

Philip Mehrtens was kidnapped by West Papuan separatists after his plane landed in a remote region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wrguN6p

Jeremy Renner describes snowplough accident: 'My mistake and I paid for it'

"It's my mistake and I paid for it," the actor says in his first interview since being badly injured. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WZOEPTr

Who Gets to Use a Hair Oil?

By Sandra E. Garcia from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/1xp4fhL

Bloodywood: From Indian parody band to metal music royalty

Can the Delhi-based musicians change the course of metal music in India? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VdZBzJA

Covid origins: Chinese scientists publish long-awaited data

A peer-reviewed study connects the virus with animals sold in the market linked with early cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/L2lAqvB

UK and US walk out on Russia's Lvova-Belova at UN meeting

The UK, US, Albania and Malta walked out as Russia's envoy for children's rights spoke via video. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RVJfrj4

Republicans Vowed to Grill Bragg About Trump, but It’s Not So Simple

By Luke Broadwater and Jonathan Swan from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/nvudihH

Mexico police seize dozens of exotic animals during raid

Police find 25 exotic animals at a property near Mexico City thought to belong to petrol smugglers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/S6xCU5h

Mutsugoro: Japan's beloved zoologist Masanori Hata dies at 87

He is best known for directing the 1980s classic, The Adventures of Milo and Otis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hKw4ukO

Dalaneo Martin: Bodycam video shows US officer shoot teen in back

The justice department investigates the death of a teen shot by an officer sitting behind him in a car. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4SoO6AE

Video captures tornado ripping through Iowa corn field

Several US states have been devastated by severe weather and tornadoes with more to come. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LeHa3yW

Trump charged: How the world reacted to his arrest

Mr Trump's face is stamped on front pages around the world. Read how other countries saw his arrest. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eQHBgyI

Taliban bans Afghan female staff, UN says

The UN said that while there has been no written communication, the Taliban have informed them verbally. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wSK59Vf

Ukraine war: Who are Russia's war bloggers and why are they popular?

Vladlen Tatarsky, killed in a cafe blast, was one of Russia's "war correspondents". But who are they? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GmBfdAw

The moment Finland joined Nato security alliance

The Finnish foreign minister handed over the accession document, making the country the 31st to join Nato. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QxfTycW

What Is the Ideal Retirement Age for Your Health?

By Dana G. Smith from NYT Well https://ift.tt/NxksOKY

Darya Trepova: Russia cafe bomb suspect charged with terrorism

Darya Trepova was arrested on Monday after the St Petersburg killing of pro-war blogger Vladlen Tatarsky. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xSKYHaI

Australian rugby and NFL star Jarryd Hayne guilty of rape

It is the third time the former Parramatta Eels player has faced trial on the same allegations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/b8rDNSd

Arunachal Pradesh: India rejects China's attempt to rename disputed places

Delhi's comments come amid reports that China has renamed 11 places along a disputed Himalayan border region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vxRyKeJ

‘Saturday Night Live’ Tackles the Trump Indictment

By Dave Itzkoff from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/wn7HqgG

Malaysia ends mandatory death penalty for serious crimes

More than 1,300 prisoners on death row can now seek to have their sentence reviewed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/B9nLcAu

Kosovo ex-president Hashim Thaci pleads not guilty to war crimes

The trial of ex-guerrilla commander turned politician Hashim Thaci opens in The Hague. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RKCIhe9

Lightning storm illuminates skies above Illinois

The phenomenon was seen just days series of tornadoes ripped through several US states, including Illinois. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WmQLor2

Cafe explosion in St Petersburg kills military blogger

A blast in a St Petersburg cafe kills Russian Vladlen Tatarsky, who blogged from the Ukraine frontline. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sTunNfb

Trump Prepares to Surrender in New York as Police Brace for Protests

By James C. McKinley Jr. and Jonah E. Bromwich from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2c3OGAH

Ryuichi Sakamoto: Japanese electronic music maestro dies

The award-winning composer and producer, whose fans included David Bowie, has died aged 71. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SdtNZ8T

Burkina Faso expels correspondents from French newspapers

The correspondents of Le Monde and Libération were given 24 hours to leave the former French colony. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CHvEe1Z

The Finnish Secret to Happiness? Knowing When You Have Enough.

By Penelope Colston and Jake Michaels from NYT World https://ift.tt/Gb819YH

Sarah Polley told to return Oscar in April Fools’ prank

The film-maker, who won an Oscar for Women Talking, got a letter asking her to "mail it back". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XtaBAhS

Balochistan: Four Pakistan border guards killed by militants near Iran

Pakistan's army says four of its troops were killed by "terrorists" on the border with Iran. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UMy9crK

One Dead and Dozens Hurt in Roof Collapse at Illinois Theater

By Mike Ives and Robert Chiarito from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/bWXycMP

Woah! Olympic sprinter runs in son's sports day

Triple Olympic champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce runs in her son's school sports day parents' race - with predictable results. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bXhyvdO

For Some G.O.P. Voters, Fatigue Slows the Rush to Defend Trump

By Trip Gabriel and Maya King from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/Yn7UGzK

Ukraine accuses Orthodox Church leader Pavel of pro-Russian stance

The abbot of Kyiv's main monastery appears in court and denies backing Russia's invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E5SDOP1

How Alvin Bragg Resurrected the Case Against Donald Trump

By Jonah E. Bromwich, Ben Protess and William K. Rashbaum from NYT New York https://ift.tt/imsxcQ7