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Irish President Michael D Higgins taken to hospital

He was taken to hospital for further tests as a precaution, according to broadcaster RTÉ. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2kSJDbU via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Bolivia floods: Homes destroyed and animals rescued

The mayor of Cobija, a city in the north, declares the area a disaster zone because of heavy rain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QqBL3yx via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Strasbourg Christmas market attack trial begins

Four men are on trial in connection with the deadly attack, in which five people were killed in 2018. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rFSK7RC via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Ugandan warlord's victims awarded share of $56m

Dominic Ongwen was convicted of crimes including rape, kidnapping and murder by the ICC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v8t2wOm via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Bangs that sparked Titan sub search hope heard for first time

Noises that prompted hope in the search for the missing Titan submersible have been released to the media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8AwuUm3 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Dense fog transforms New York into a city on clouds

The fog seen on Tuesday morning was caused by easterly winds blowing over the cool waters of Long Island Sound. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H0qfOic via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Navalny lawyer reportedly arrested in Moscow

Vasily Dubkov, who represented the Russian activist, was arrested for "violating public order", reports say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nZvox1L via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Alabama's legislature pushes to protect IVF

Republicans will introduce a bill designed to protect access, after a court ruling cast doubt on its availability. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y1tEqvG via Carddesignrr Background Removal

US airman dies after setting himself on fire at Israeli embassy

Secret Service agents extinguished the flames during the incident on Sunday afternoon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l02Nznw via Carddesignrr Background Removal

23 jailed over child deaths linked to cough syrup

The Uzbekistan judgement also gives compensation to families of children who died or became disabled. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WTr6m5M via Carddesignrr Background Removal

At least 15 dead in Burkina Faso church attack

It the latest atrocity in the country to be attributed to Islamist militants. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EGqzXUg via Carddesignrr Background Removal

'Fewer children will be born': Alabama embryo ruling divides devout Christians

After Alabama rules that frozen embryos are children, some fertility patients pray that lawmakers find a solution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8QuB9f3 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

After 1,250 years women join Japan's (nearly) naked festival

Women take part despite some in the community suggesting it should remain a men-only event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mFR21yt via Carddesignrr Background Removal

US and UK carry out new strikes on Yemen's Houthis

The US says the allies targeted 18 sites, including missile storages, drones and radars. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CX27T90 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Zelensky insists Ukraine will win on war anniversary

Western leaders are in Kyiv in a show of solidarity as the country grapples with a range of setbacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ALpd7Bl via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Trump speaks to activists as South Carolina votes in election race

His rival for the nomination, Nikki Haley, is vowing not to give up and is continuing to campaign in earnest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/18WpDZA via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Early videos of Valencia fire show how flames spread

Experts say highly flammable cladding may have helped the fire spread. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BZ1R0Mp via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Suspected gas leak hurts eight at Sweden security HQ

Hundreds of security service workers are evacuated after reports of a strange smell in the building. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ROU9vte via Carddesignrr Background Removal

X admits to taking down India farmers' protest posts

The micro-blogging site says it did so after receiving orders from the Indian government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d7DmrvB via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Biden cancels $1.2bn in student loans

The move is expected to affect more than 150,000 eligible borrowers and will be applied automatically. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n4CWjhl via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Honduran ex-leader accused of leading narco-state

Juan Orlando Hernández, who is accused of protecting drug traffickers, is on trial in New York. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4dsWv7c via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Israeli report says Hamas sexual crimes 'systematic'

The Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel found "identical patterns" at 7 October attack sites. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8NmQKev via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Woolworths boss quits after TV interview

The Australian grocery chief walked out on a reporter when questioned over alleged anti-competition tactics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ngchIDN via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Pakistan parties reach formal coalition agreement

It comes after a contentious election where the largest party led by former-PM Imran Khan alleged vote-rigging. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hg1VQbl via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke jailed for child abuse

The former influencer is sentenced to between four and 60 years in prison for abusing her children. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kazyNgn via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Putin denies plans to deploy nuclear weapons in space

The Russian president says Moscow has always been "categorically against" such deployments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TC54btY via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Huge explosions as Israel strikes southern Lebanon

Israel's military says it hit weapons depots in response to a drone launched by Hezbollah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i9nNxqA via Carddesignrr Background Removal

More than 50 shot dead in Papua New Guinea ambush

The country has long struggled with tribal violence, but the killings are believed to be the worst in years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dxoqWJ5 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

British Museum facing online calls to return Easter Island statue

A campaign by social media users in Chile seeks the repatriation of Hoa Hakananai'a moai to the island. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9HobeKv via Carddesignrr Background Removal

African hero Nyerere honoured by new statue

African leaders pay tribute to Tanzania's founding father as a statue to him is unveiled in Ethiopia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8vkSebh via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A US soldier killed two at Mount Fuji. So why must Japan apologise?

The early release of Ridge Alkonis, who killed two in a car accident, stirs unease over US-Japan relations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sDY0p2J via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The Oscar-winning film that captured Navalny's life and possible death

The director of the 2022 Oscar-winning film speaks of his shock at the death of Alexei Navalny. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KY9EQAh via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Gaza ceasefire talks not very promising, says Qatar

Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu vows to carry on the war against Hamas regardless of international pressure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nW2Qd7F via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Navalny's team accuses Russia of 'hiding' his body

An ally of the opposition activist, who died on Friday, says officials are "trying to cover traces". from BBC News https://ift.tt/CmBShrl via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Is Russia about to win another victory in Ukraine?

With Russia on the verge of taking Avdiivka, the Ukrainians have tough choices to make. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8rEza4L via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Two teenagers charged over Super Bowl parade shooting

One woman died and more than 20 others were injured when gunfire erupted at the Kansas City parade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pEzUywH via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Navalny's moments of defiance as Putin's fiercest critic

See key moments in Alexei Navalny's career as an outspoken critic of President Putin. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I78dxDR via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Trump waiting to hear penalties in New York fraud case

The state of New York wants to ban Donald Trump and two of his sons from doing business there. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JAwt9Pq via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Rafah images show huge blast craters close to camps

BBC Verify has analysed the latest satellite image from the city in southern Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XAQ3MHy via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Norway mass killer Breivik loses bid to end isolation

Anders Breivik killed eight people with a car bomb in Oslo and shot dead 69 at a youth camp in 2011. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i5euDhX via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Top Republican warns of 'serious' national security threat

The White House said the threat is not imminent and will brief congressional leaders on Thursday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sPjnGoL via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Russia arrests German for carrying cannabis gummy bears

The German national, 38, was arrested after six cannabis edibles were found in his rucksack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mYC6vsL via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Men's conference: How some Kenyans mark Valentine's Day

All men are invited to this mostly imaginary conference on Valentine's Day but women are banned. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uGkjfC3 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Afcon: Ivory Coast and Nigeria players get cash, villas and honours

Players of both winners Ivory Coast and runners-up Nigeria get handsome rewards from their presidents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nhlmat0 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Ransomware attack hits dozens of Romanian hospitals

Over 100 facilities have been affected with some doctors resorting to pen and paper. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ne106Py via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Israel to act on soldier misconduct after BBC investigation

A BBC Verify investigation found videos showing detainees that legal experts say may breach international law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GdeVmti via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Trump says he would not protect Nato allies who do not pay bills

Donald Trump says he would "encourage" Russia to “do whatever the hell they want” to Nato members not paying their share. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/04gajiK via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Israel-Gaza war: Biden tells Netanyahu plan needed for civilian safety in Rafah

The US President tells Israel's PM that the measure is needed before its planned offensive there. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/svmLPQa via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Nato chief says Donald Trump comments 'undermine all of our security'

The presidential hopeful suggests the US will not protect allies failing to meet defence spending targets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GAuSvoJ via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Israel-Gaza war: Warnings mount as Israel plans Rafah offensive

More countries urge Israel against any military operation in the southern Gazan city crammed with refugees. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/idx1EcT via Carddesignrr Background Removal

DR Congo violence: Panic in Goma as M23 rebels advance

The rebel M23 group is blocking the main roads into Goma as it continues to wreak havoc in the east. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/N8QIUtv via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Lunar New Year, from Beijing to New York

Festivities mark the end of the Year of the Rabbit and the start of the Year of the Dragon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9ToqjSl via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Hungary president resigns live on TV over child abuse pardon

Katalin Novak steps down live on TV after pardoning man jailed for covering up sexual abuse at a children's home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UeIRjrt via Carddesignrr Background Removal

World record for matchstick Eiffel Tower after U-turn

A French enthusiast who built the tower was previously told it had not qualified for the record. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XpvQ5l9 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

US Senator Chris Coons finds doppelganger in German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

Olaf Scholz, in the US to rally Ukraine aid, couldn't miss a chance to take a photo with his twin. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xDoeuz via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Soldier videos from Gaza could breach international law, experts say

Experts say videos posted by Israeli soldiers showing Gaza detainees bound and blindfolded could breach international law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gFPtAzO via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Jowie Irungu convicted of murdering Monica Kimani, as Jacque Maribe acquitted by Kenyan court

The fiance of a popular news presenter is convicted of killing a businesswoman five years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JOw3DGR via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Lava flows over roads and bursts water pipe after Iceland eruption

A key water pipe has been burst by the stream of lava, leaving 28,000 people without hot water. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3XJUQtq via Carddesignrr Background Removal

What does Vladimir Putin gain from his Tucker Carlson interview?

The Russian leader's first interview with Western media since invading Ukraine comes at an opportune time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Nnb1o8a via Carddesignrr Background Removal

State of emergency declared in Iceland after volcanic eruption

Thousands of people are being urged to conserve hot water after key pipes were damaged. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9Ojonig via Carddesignrr Background Removal

French matchstick Eiffel Tower record bid ruled out over wrong matches

A French enthusiast who wanted to beat the world record is told he used the wrong matches. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zjvcMwf via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Collapsing cliffs and washed-out roads after California storms

Days of heavy rainfall in California have caused flooding and mudslides, leaving infrastructure damaged. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cCUvanD via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Tucker Carlson to interview Russia's Putin

The ex-Fox News host will be the first Western journalist to interview Vladimir Putin since Russia invaded Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/koQYBur via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Michigan school shooter's mother guilty of involuntary manslaughter

Jennifer Crumbley, 45, is the first US parent ever convicted of manslaughter over a mass shooting by their child. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Qfoagld via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Tucker Carlson: Russian state media revels in Moscow visit

The ex-Fox News host is in Moscow, as speculation grows that he may interview Vladimir Putin. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Fev5Vfc via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Footballer Dani Alves's rape trial begins in Spain

The ex-Brazil and Barcelona defender denies the assault, saying the sex was consensual. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yJVzvBM via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Israel-Gaza war: Mystery fate of six-year-old Palestinian girl trapped under fire

Six-year-old Hind was last heard from trapped in a car surrounded by bodies - then the line went dead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8ReTZlC via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Drone attack kills six Kurdish-led fighters at US base in east Syria

A Kurdish-led force blamed Iran-backed militias for the strike on a training centre in Deir al-Zour. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JDVmG6X via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Lionel Messi: Fans angered as World Cup winner fails to play in Hong Kong

Angry fans in Hong Kong boo Inter Miami during a pre-season friendly game as World Cup winner Lionel Messi is left on the bench. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2iGUv0S via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Parisians vote for rise in parking fees for SUVs

The vote was called by mayor Anne Hidalgo, who says SUVs are dangerous and bad for the environment. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mt5ZbJD via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Atmospheric river: Evacuations ahead of 'life-threatening' California storm

People in some areas are told to evacuate ahead of "one of the most dramatic weather days in recent memory". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6N4CIPO via Carddesignrr Background Removal

US strikes on Iraqi town of al-Qaim filmed

Video verified by the BBC shows US strikes on al-Qaim, Iraq. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9UYX6cE via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Senegal's President Macky Sall postpones election amid political tension

Macky Sall says the row over who has been barred from the presidential poll could harm the ballot. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/w0TV9Zo via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Suspected French thief caught after phone-drop fiasco

The suspect called his own phone to try to arrange an exchange, after he lost it during an attempted robbery. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EVYFwbe via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Watch: Italian mob boss' dramatic escape caught on camera

One of Europe's most wanted men, Marco Raduano, used knotted bed sheets to scale the prison walls in 2023. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5zYtbdI via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Pressure grows on Kosovo's Serbs with currency curb

The country's decision to drop the currency used by its Serb minority sparks fears of renewed tensions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IlNCsXh via Carddesignrr Background Removal

US and UK strikes fail to slow Houthi attacks

BBC Verify analysis shows how Houthi tactics have changed, as commercial shipping traffic in the Red Sea halves. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/560HmtJ via Carddesignrr Background Removal

German ex-spy chief investigated for right-wing extremism

Hans-Georg Maassen has said his party could work with the far right - breaking a taboo in German politics. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/L1kJug4 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

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