Myanmar quake: 'I feel guilty - our people need us the most now'

They fled war - now Myanmar's diaspora feel helpless watching their country struggle after the quake.

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Korean star Kim Soo-Hyun denies accusations by late actress' family

The South Korean star says he did not date his fellow actor when she was a minor.

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At least four killed in explosion at Spanish mine

Two others are missing after the blast at the mine in Asturias, northern Spain.

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Nurses cling on to newborn babies during earthquake

Friday's powerful earthquake in Myanmar was also felt in Ruili, a border city in neighbouring China.

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Watch: Rescuers dig through pile of concrete after Bangkok tower collapse

Dozens of workers were trapped when the building collapsed after a huge earthquake hit neighbouring Myanmar.

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G.O.P. Lawmaker Faces Angry Crowds at Town Halls Outside Indianapolis

By Tim Balk from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/XcolJu5

In pictures: Eid celebrations around the world

Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the end of Ramadan.

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Amateur photographers hope to fix Wikipedia's 'terrible' pictures

The site is littered with awful photos, particularly of celebrities - but a volunteer project is trying to fix that.

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Watch: Applause as rescuers pull woman alive from rubble in Myanmar

Rescuers in Myanmar were cheered as they carried 30-year-old Phyu Lay Khaing away on a stretcher.

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Partial eclipse darkens sky over UK and abroad

The eclipse won't be total anywhere in the world, but parts of Canada will come close.

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What caused the Myanmar earthquake - and why did it make a tower in Bangkok collapse?

The size of the earthquake and the length of the fault line it occurred on contributed to the devastation.

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State of emergency declared in Myanmar after huge earthquake

The quake hit central Myanmar with strong tremors felt as far as south-west China and Thailand.

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Superfans and spiderman: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

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Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart join Avengers: Doomsday cast

The film is set for release in May 2026, with Robert Downey Jr already announced as playing Doctor Doom.

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Why have the wildfires in S Korea been so devastating?

Strong wind, dry land and pine trees are a dangerous combination for wildfires, experts say.

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Duke University Wants No Part of ‘The White Lotus’

By Scott Cacciola from NYT Style https://ift.tt/wrukQhd

French-Algerian writer jailed over Morocco comments

Boualem Sansal, 80, told a far-right news outlet that colonial France gave too much land to Algeria.

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Trump Signs Order Calling for Citizenship Proof to Vote in Federal Elections

By Erica L. Green from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/0hIcv2t

Russia says sanctions must be lifted before Ukraine maritime ceasefire can start

Moscow and Kyiv appear at odds over when and how the US-brokered deal will come into effect.

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The row that rocked K-pop: NewJeans on courage of speaking out

NewJeans talk to the BBC in their first interview since a court blocked their attempt to leave their record label.

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Grandparents arrested on suspicion of toddler's murder in French Alps

Emile Soleil mysteriously vanished in 2023, in a case that made headlines across France.

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Five takeaways from leaked US top military chat group

What was discussed in the top-secret group that a journalist was accidentally added to?

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Angelina Jolie Wants to Pick Up Where Warhol and Basquiat Left Off

By Melena Ryzik from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2MDz8BV

Car lost by Johnny Hallyday at poker sold for €132,000

The 1975 Panther De Ville given to him by his then-wife had mink seats, a gold disc on top of the grille and hubcaps carrying his initials.

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Tate brothers report to Romania police after return from US

The brothers report to Romanian police as part of an ongoing criminal investigation after returning from the US.

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Tiger Woods confirms relationship with Trump's ex daughter-in-law

The veteran golfer announces he is dating Vanessa Trump, who used to be married to Donald Trump Jr.

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With New Decree, Trump Seeks to Cow the Legal Profession

By Devlin Barrett from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/iVJzst5

More than 50,000 killed in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says

That toll equates to about 2.1% of the 2.3 million population of the territory - or around 1 in 50 people.

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The Repercussions of Trump v. United States May Finally Be Hitting Justice Roberts

By Jamelle Bouie from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/lieKrX1

Moment Pope Francis greets cheering crowds from hospital window

It's the first public appearance for the pontiff since he was admitted in February.

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How a Major Democratic Law Firm Ended Up Bowing to Trump

By Michael S. Schmidt, Matthew Goldstein, Jessica Silver-Greenberg and Ben Protess from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2vQg9A8

The New York Times News Quiz, March 21, 2025

By Unknown Author from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/vUfPDWd

Trump Revokes Security Clearances for Biden, Harris, Clinton and More

By Shawn McCreesh from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/hto1Zq7

Israel warns Lebanon after first rocket attack since ceasefire

Israel says three rockets fired from Lebanon were intercepted - the first attack since a November ceasefire with Hezbollah.

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Erdogan condemns Turkey protests as dozens arrested

Police arrested Istanbul's mayor, a key opposition figure, on Wednesday, sparking protests.

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Israel defence minister threatens to 'seize additional territories' in Gaza

The IDF will continue its ground operation in Gaza "with increasing intensity" until Hamas remaining hostages, Israel Katz says.

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Iceland minister who had a child with a teenager 30 years ago quits

Ásthildur Lóa Thórsdóttir had a relationship with a 15 year old when she was 22, she revealed.

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Tourist Detentions at the U.S. Border: What International Visitors Should Know

By Claire Fahy from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/hksytUN

What does the US education department do - and can Trump dismantle it?

The US president is expected to order a shutdown of the department, which he has already cut back.

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Menaced by Trump, Canada Prepares to Join E.U. Military Industry Buildup

By Matina Stevis-Gridneff from NYT World https://ift.tt/4ku82Ly

At least 55 killed in new Israeli Gaza strikes, says Hamas-run agency

It comes as Israel says it has resumed ground operations in Gaza alongside its air campaign.

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‘We Finally Got You.’ Immigrant-Rights Advocate Arrested in Colorado.

By Jack Healy and Jazmine Ulloa from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/8Evk309

Ex-researcher sentenced to death for spying, China says

The researcher sold classified material at a "very low price" to a foreign spy agency, authorities say.

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I Don’t Believe a Single Word Trump and Putin Say About Ukraine

By Thomas L. Friedman from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/Br1DKWI

Why the Gaza ceasefire has not held

The truce was already in trouble - now Israeli air strikes have dealt it a huge blow.

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The Tell-All Book That Facebook Doesn’t Want You to Read

By Michelle Goldberg from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/T50gGbf

At least 12 dead in Honduras plane crash

Officials who took part in the emergency operations said that five people were rescued.

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What is the 1798 law that Trump used to deport migrants?

The wartime Alien Enemies Act has been controversially used to deport Venezuelans to a mega-jail in El Salvador.

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With Deportations, Trump Steps Closer to Showdown With Judicial Branch

By Mattathias Schwartz from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/dYoygGc

Saakashvili handed further four years in jail

The former president of Georgia has been imprisoned since 2021 when he returned to the country.

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Fisherman rescued after 95 days adrift eating turtles

Maximo Napa Castro set off for what should have been a two-week trip on 7 December - but was only found on Wednesday.

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US deports hundreds of Venezuelans despite court order

Their arrival comes less than 24 hours after a federal judge blocked a law Trump planned to use for the deportations.

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Trump silences Voice of America as staff put on leave

More than 1,300 staff including journalists and producers have been put on administrative leave.

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Watch: Man films as tornado roars past his house

The roaring wind can be heard, as debris flies past the windows of the Mississippi property.

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'Do you have communist links?' US sends 36 questions to UN aid groups

UN groups fear the move is a sign the US is planning to abandon humanitarian work.

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Trump Orders Gutting of 7 Agencies, Including Voice of America’s Parent

By Tyler Pager from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/umpRNcQ

Musk says first mission to Mars will launch next year

The billionaire says an unmanned mission by his SpaceX "Starship" vehicle will be followed by human landings as early as 2029.

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US rejects 'impractical' Hamas demands as Gaza truce hangs in balance

A Palestinian official tells the BBC that Israel and Hamas disagreed over a proposal to extend the fragile ceasefire.

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Holi 2025: India comes alive with the festival of colours

The festival, celebrated in India and abroad, commemorates the victory of good over evil.

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Trump Demands Major Changes in Columbia Discipline and Admissions Rules

By Katherine Rosman from NYT New York https://ift.tt/qMKABmv

Judge Orders Musk and His Team to Turn Over Records and Answer Questions

By Zach Montague from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/Cw74981

South Africa in 'uncharted waters' as budget splits coalition government

The finance minister's decision to push ahead with tax hikes puts him at odds with coalition partners.

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India arrests crypto administrator with Russia links wanted by US

Aleksej Besciokov is wanted by the US for allegedly laundering money and violating sanctions.

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Why the White House Car Show Mattered to Musk

By Jess Bidgood from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/un9WxF2

Wombat row: See how you go with a baby crocodile - Australian PM

The Australian PM has criticised a US influencer after she stole a baby wombat from her mother.

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Moment inmates stage prison break in Indonesia

At least 53 inmates escaped a prison in Aceh, Indonesia, with officials acknowledging overcapacity issues at the facility.

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Passengers describe 'doomsday scenes' on hijacked train

More than 400 passengers were on board a train in south-west Pakistan when armed militants attacked.

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Investors Thought They Had Trump Figured Out. They Were Wrong.

By Ben Casselman and Colby Smith from NYT Business https://ift.tt/TcxoeZj

Washington Post Columnist Resigns After Paper Spiked Criticism of Jeff Bezos

By Benjamin Mullin from NYT Business https://ift.tt/jTuRQhb

Pakistan militants attack train and take passengers hostage

Police say at least three people were injured in the attack and it is unclear how many people are being held hostage.

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Sweden says Russia is greatest threat to its security

The nation's security service says there is a "tangible risk" of the security situation deteriorating further.

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Uganda deploys troops to South Sudan to secure capital - military chief

The deployment comes as tensions rise between South Sudan's president and his deputy.

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Musk's Tesla facilities in US face 'Takedown' protests

It is part of an effort to protest the role Tesla's billionaire owner, Elon Musk, has played in the Trump administration.

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Why this week is important for Ukraine's future

Donald Trump believes Kyiv is now ready to "move forward" with a ceasefire with Russia. BBC News correspondent James Waterhouse explains what it means for Ukraine.

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About That Giant Kim Kardashian in Times Square

By Rhonda Garelick from NYT Style https://ift.tt/xsZOdeE

Vanuatu revokes citizenship of fugitive Indian ex-IPL cricket boss

Lalit Modi is wanted by Indian authorities in connection with corruption allegations, which he denies.

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Secret Service shoots armed man outside White House

President Donald Trump was not in the White House at the time.

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DR Congo offers $5m bounties for rebel leaders

The M23 rebel group has seized large parts of the mineral-rich eastern DR Congo this year.

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Mass blackouts in storm-hit eastern Australia

Residents are warned power may not return for days as further heavy rainfall is forecast.

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European leaders back 'realistic' Arab plan for Gaza

The foreign ministers of France, Germany, Italy and Britain welcomed the plan, which calls for Gaza to be rebuilt over five years.

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South Korea's impeached president Yoon released from detention

Yoon Suk Yeol still faces trial on insurrection charges for his failed attempt to impose martial law.

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Afghan women who fled Taliban to study abroad face return after USAID freeze

US aid funding enabled thousands of Afghan women to study abroad or online, but many of these programmes are now suspended.

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Donald Tusk announces military training plan for all Polish men

Poland's prime minister said his government plans to have a model ready by the end of the year.

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Bourbon Is Banned, California Wine Canceled, as Canada Pulls U.S. Alcohol

By Vjosa Isai and Ian Austen from NYT World https://ift.tt/W0Rs6PC

6 Sources of Protein That Aren’t Meat

By Sophie Egan from NYT Well https://ift.tt/mGJFMIc

Olympian wanted by FBI on drug ring charges

Former Canadian snowboarder Ryan Wedding has been placed on the FBI's 10 most wanted fugitives list.

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Denmark postal service to stop delivering letters

The decision will end 400 years of the company's letter service, and postboxes will disappear from June.

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Sweden is 'no longer a country that cannot be trusted'

Sweden and Finland's defence sectors are benefiting from their countries joining Nato.

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Germany's Merz promises to do 'whatever it takes' on defence

Germany's likely chancellor-to-be announces a political deal to raise hundreds of billions of euros in extra spending.

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Fact-checking Trump's address to Congress

BBC Verify has looked into several claims made by Trump during his speech to Congress.

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Watch: Chaos as MPs throw smoke grenades in Serbian Parliament

At least three people were injured when politicians clashed with security in a show of support for anti-government protestors.

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Ukraine's shock over US military aid pause

One Ukrainian politician urged Trump "not to play with these dangerous issues because we're talking about lives".

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What pause in US military aid could mean for Ukraine

It's a bitter blow for Ukraine and Europe - but not the first time the US has withheld aid, writes BBC's Jonathan Beale.

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Watch: Stars celebrate at glitzy Oscars after party

Award winners and nominees headed for a night of partying across Los Angeles after the Oscars ceremony concluded.

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Israeli police say one killed in train station knife attack

Several others were hurt in the rare attack by a member of Israel's Druze community, in Haifa.

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Hegseth orders pause in US cyber-offensive against Russia

The reported directive from the defence secretary comes during an American push to end the war in Ukraine.

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Mother on trial over abduction of six-year-old daughter in South Africa

Joshlin Smith has been missing for over a year after she disappeared outside her home in Saldanha Bay

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Mystery of Gene Hackman’s Death Brings Grief and Bewilderment to Santa Fe

By Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs and Julia Jacobs from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/IQfD87z

Pope absent from St Peter's Square for third week

Pope Francis is unable to deliver his traditional Angelus prayer in person, with the Vatican publishing a text.

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Watch: Protesters target JD Vance in Vermont

The vice-president and his family reportedly moved to an undisclosed location from their planned ski resort as a result.

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Ukrainians back Zelensky after disastrous White House encounter

The more the country is attacked, the more unity there is, Ukrainians tell the BBC in Kyiv.

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European leaders back Zelensky after Trump clash

The Ukrainian president thanks European leaders for their support after a flurry of messages on social media.

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Behind the Collision: Trump Jettisons Ukraine on His Way to a Larger Goal

By David E. Sanger from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/0kU7WSB

Steve Rosenberg: Vladimir Putin can afford to sit back and watch events unfold

A breakdown in relations between Ukraine and the US is potentially very serious for Kyiv, but very positive for Moscow.

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