UN observers wounded by shelling in southern Lebanon

It comes as tensions along the unofficial border between Israel and Lebanon intensified in recent days.

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Peru president's home raided in Rolex probe

Authorities searched for a collection of Rolex watches Dina Boluarte allegedly had not declared.

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Hugh Hefner and Marilyn Monroe property up for auction

The big sale includes cocktail dresses worn by the actress and the magazine owner's famed silk smoking jackets.

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Lost Marvin Gaye music resurfaces in Belgium

The tapes have lain hidden in Ostend for 40 years. But a legal fight is brewing over who owns them.

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Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Is Here, and It’s Much More Than Country

By Ben Sisario from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/57gPykT

Stay! Germany denies reports of sausage dog ban

The government moves to reassure dachshund fans after a petition was launched against a draft law.

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Lost power, mayday call and crash before Baltimore bridge collapse

Minutes after a container ship sent a mayday call, it crashed and caused a bridge to collapse. Six people are presumed dead.

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Trump Spreads Apparent Hoax in Attacking Judge’s Daughter

By Jesse McKinley and Ben Protess from NYT New York https://ift.tt/AXPm8Nu

Japan nappy maker shifts from babies to adults

Since 2011, sales of adult nappies have outpaced those for infants in Japan as its population ages.

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Taylor Swift's dad avoids assault charge in Australia

A paparazzo accused Scott Swift of attacking him in the hours after the megastar's final show in Sydney.

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China hits out at US and UK over cyber hack claims

Beijing tells the US and UK to stop their own cyber attacks, accusing them of "political manipulation".

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Here’s what we know.

By John Yoon, Mike Ives, Victoria Kim and Derrick Bryson Taylor from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/vuHy1ap

Baltimore bridge collapses after being hit by ship

Some 20 people are thought to be in the water after the landmark Francis Scott Key Bridge gave way.

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Stampede at Nigeria cash hand-out kills seven

Children were among the victims of the crush at the charity event that attracted a big crowd.

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ISIS Affiliate Linked to Moscow Attack Has Global Ambitions

By Eric Schmitt from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2CIYmpV

Deadline in Trump's $464m fraud case hours away

If Mr Trump does not pay a huge fine or post a bond by Monday, his assets are at risk of seizure.

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The Hotel Guest Who Wouldn’t Leave

By Matthew Haag from NYT New York https://ift.tt/vgExPip

Is now the time Palestinian politics can start afresh?

With many challenges ahead, the future of Palestinian leadership is yet to be decided, writes Lucy Williamson.

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Deadly Moscow Attack Shatters Putin’s Security Promise to Russians

By Anton Troianovski from NYT World https://ift.tt/ohz0GOB

What we know about the attack on a Moscow concert hall

More than 100 people were killed when gunmen opened fire inside a packed arena before setting it alight.

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Moscow attack: 'The first thing you notice is the smell'

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg visits the Moscow concert hall where more than 100 were people were killed.

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Catherine’s Cancer Diagnosis Puts U.K. Royals on Even More Uncertain Terrain

By Mark Landler from NYT World https://ift.tt/uBRFQG9

How Ariana Grande and Saturn collided on her album

For a 42-second track on her number one album, Ariana hands the mic to retired astrologer Diana Garland.

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What’s the Matter With Ohio?

By Paul Krugman from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/SHECpmc

Ghana cabinet nominees blocked in anti-gay bill row

The president is under pressure from Ghanaians who want him to sign the bill, and from those who condemn it.

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Who could be Ireland's next leader?

Nominations for a new Fine Gael leader open on Thursday morning following Leo Varadkar's resignation.

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NZ politician 'does not care' about Chumbawamba row

Deputy PM Winston Peters addresses the UK band's demand that he stop using their song Tubthumping.

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A Video Captures a Searing Portrait of the Subway, and of the City Above

By Michael Wilson from NYT New York https://ift.tt/djwB6gi

Entire Gaza population facing acute hunger - US

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says it is the first time this has happened and calls for more aid.

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Evergrande and its founder accused of $78bn fraud

Former billionaire Hui Ka Yan has been fined and faces being banned from the financial markets for life.

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Putin hails Crimea annexation after claiming election win

Russia's president addresses thousands in Moscow after official figures suggest he won 87% of the vote.

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Oprah Takes on Weight Stigma in the Ozempic Era

By Dani Blum from NYT Well https://ift.tt/EcHVMgA

Cubans stage rare protest over power blackouts

Hundreds of people take to the streets in Santiago after being left in the dark for 14 hours.

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Teens detained in China over classmate's death

The case in Handan city has sparked anger and furious debate on juvenile crime.

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Netanyahu vows to defy allies on Rafah invasion

The Israeli prime minister says no international pressure will stop Israel from achieving all its war aims.

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Fans thrilled as Ed Sheeran sings in Punjabi

The star teamed up with Indian singer Diljit Dosanjh at his concert in Mumbai, delighting the crowd.

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Czechs struggle to contain surge of whooping cough

Prague's elderly mayor coughs and splutters during a public meeting as authorities battle increase.

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Russia's Vladimir Putin seeks fifth term in tightly-controlled election

The vote, weeks after opposition leader Alexei Navalny's death, is expected to keep Putin in office until at least 2030.

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Woman dies after being chased by bear in Slovakia

She was walking with a male companion when they were set upon by a bear, local officials say.

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Boeing plane lands without panel in Oregon

No-one is injured after the 737-800 lands without an external panel, which went unnoticed in flight.

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This Treasure Hunter’s Latest Find? A 1,000-Year-Old Viking Sword.

By Isabella Kwai from NYT World https://ift.tt/MZECLWB

Cara Delevingne's LA mansion gutted by fire

The model and actress was not at home at the time, but two other people were injured.

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Appeals Court Denies Peter Navarro’s Motion to Remain Out of Prison

By Zach Montague from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3LaU2tV

Russians begin voting in election Putin is bound to win

Despite the guaranteed result, the Kremlin is keen to make the election appear legitimate.

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US teen Nex Benedict's death ruled a suicide

The Oklahoma non-binary teenager died in February following an altercation with other students at school.

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Man killed in Australia gold mine collapse

Another man was critically injured and remained trapped 500m underground for almost four hours.

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Boeing whistleblower remembered as 'brave man'

Lawyers for John Barnett tell the BBC they "didn't see any indication he would take his own life".

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Neil Young to rejoin Spotify after Joe Rogan row

The star had removed his music in a protest over vaccine misinformation on Joe Rogan's podcast.

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All By Myself songwriter Eric Carmen dies aged 74

The singer-songwriter's hits also included Hungry Eyes, which featured in the Dirty Dancing movie.

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The rise and fall of Haiti's Ariel Henry

Ariel Henry promised to tackle gang violence and restore the presidency. He failed to do either.

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First Gaza aid ship sets off from Cyprus

The charity ship Open Arms is to deliver 200 tonnes of food to the Strip as part of a new aid corridor.

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Best and Worst Moments From the 2024 Oscars

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Al-Qaeda's Yemen branch announces leader's death

Khalid Batarfi, a Saudi with a $5m US bounty on his head, had been leader of the branch since 2020.

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Israel reveals its rewritten Eurovision song

The lyrics have been revised, after Israel's initial entry was rejected for its perceived political overtones.

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Trump goes after Carroll and judge for defamation ruling after posting $91.6 million bond.

By Maggie Haberman and Michael Gold from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/UDtfjhF

U.S. Military Enters a New Phase With Gaza Aid Operations

By Helene Cooper and Eric Schmitt from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/7RIG6Ji

Saudi oil giant sees sharp fall in profits

Saudi Aramco is boosting its pay-out to shareholders despite a 25% fall in profits last year.

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It’s Me, Hi, I’m the Problem. I’m 33.

By Jeanna Smialek from NYT Business https://ift.tt/fyk71ed

Sweden and Canada resume aid to UN Gaza agency

The decision comes as investigators probe if some UNRWA staff were involved in the 7 October attack.

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At least 28 Nigerian schoolchildren escape captors

Nigeria continues to search for nearly 300 schoolchildren taken in the northern town of Kuriga.

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F.D.A. Delays Action on Closely Watched Alzheimer’s Drug

By Pam Belluck from NYT Health https://ift.tt/E4sLTBt

Navalny's widow urges Russians to protest against Putin

Yulia Navalnaya has encouraged voters to form long queues at polling stations on election day.

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Ronny Jackson, Former White House Physician, Was Demoted by the Navy

By Eileen Sullivan, Michael D. Shear and Eric Schmitt from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/IPXR1Nz

Sea corridor to Gaza could open at weekend - Von der Leyen

The European Commission chief said an initial delivery of aid could leave Cyprus as early as Friday.

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5 Takeaways From the State of the Union

By Michael D. Shear and Shane Goldmacher from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/jaXoePV

'Stampede' of kangaroos invade Melbourne golf course

A local golfer is left stunned after a mob of marsupials interrupted his game.

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West African juntas to form anti-jihadi joint force

Niger's army chief says it will be operational as soon as possible, without giving details of its size.

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Watch: Indian navy rescues ship crew after Houthi attack

Three crew members have been killed in the attack off southern Yemen, US officials say.

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K-pop star apologises after relationship goes public

Some fans expressed disappointment after the 23-year-old confirmed she is dating actor Lee Jae-wook.

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ChatGPT-maker OpenAI hits back at Musk criticism

OpenAI rejects claims it is focusing too much on profit, saying it is an idea Elon Musk endorsed.

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Russia ignores arrest warrants for Putin officers

Russia says it does not recognise International Criminal Court warrants issued for alleged war crimes in Ukraine.

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Chinese boats fire water at a Filipino vessel

Earlier, coast guard vessels of China and the Philippines collided in the disputed South China Sea.

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What is Super Tuesday and why is it important?

The biggest day so far in the 2024 US election calendar will be a key test of the front-runners' strength.

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O'Connor's estate asks Trump not to use her music

The late singer's estate said she would have been "disgusted and insulted" by Trump's use of her song.

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Rihanna, Gates and Zuckerberg at India wedding gala

Glimpses of the three-day event - from Rihanna's performance to Bill Gates in Indian wedding attire.

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Watch: Ploughing through California and Nevada snow

A massive blizzard sweeps across parts of California and Nevada in the western United States.

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France to enshrine abortion right in constitution

Macron's popular move is expected on Monday - but critics say he is using the issue for a political advantage.

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Girl, 7, dies in English Channel crossing attempt

A boat carrying 16 migrants capsized in French waters a few kilometres from the coast, local officials say.

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Victoria Beckham's fashion show disrupted by Peta

The 49-year-old Spice Girl was showcasing her label's autumn/winter collection at Paris Fashion Week.

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What video and eyewitness accounts tell us about Gazans killed at aid drop

BBC Verify analyses footage and Israeli statements to trace what happened when more than 100 Gazans were killed.

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Killer whale vs shark: Solo orca eats great white

A solitary killer whale, or orca, has been filmed hunting and killing a great white shark in an "astonishing" attack.

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Major Snowstorm Descends Over Mountains Around Lake Tahoe

By Jill Cowan, Julie Brown, Alex Hoeft and Megan Michelson from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/BG2ojD3

'Mr Permission' - the man who opened up Tanzania

Ali Hassan Mwinyi, who has died aged 98, allowed multiparty elections and free trade in Tanzania.

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Moroccan IS militants sentenced to death in Somalia

The men will be executed by a firing squad if their appeal against the sentence fails.

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BBC visits Iran polling station as voting begins

The BBC's Carrie Davies in Tehran says there are major concerns about "voter apathy".

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