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Footage captures the tornado that tore through the facility and flattened buildings in North Carolina. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sfTKPbh via Carddesignrr Background Removal

More than 100 people have been killed in ethnic violence that has engulfed a small Indian state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Z7ogUvV via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Police confirm two deaths in an incident in the New Zealand city hosting the Women's World Cup. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hC6bAso via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The biggest Fifa Women's World Cup - featuring European champions England and debutants the Republic of Ireland - will finally get under way on Thursday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wI8ngmE via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Tobias Ellwood is castigated for backing engagement with the Taliban but barely mentioning human rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SMXhiRT via Carddesignrr Background Removal

German authorities say investigations are continuing into the November museum heist in Bavaria. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q0wri2l via Carddesignrr Background Removal

It comes a day after Patrick Zaki was convicted of spreading false news and jailed for three years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Hc46XD2 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Dozens of people are injured after a gas explosion in the centre of Johannesburg, local media reports. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XmDIEYF via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Wishma Sandamali lost 20kg in detention but was not taken to hospital despite her pleas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/u8gcK31 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

As the former president says he expects to be indicted, we explain what the possible counts could be. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yB9oUgV via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Americans arrested in the communist state have included tourists, a teacher and a Christian missionary. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1tcHQTR via Carddesignrr Background Removal

South Africa's president is at odds with opposition politicians weeks before Russian leader's visit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gwxykqm via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Vietnam is also bracing to evacuate people from areas forecast to be hit by the powerful storm. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ONdkwBU via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Two separate blazes are tearing through the country as it suffers the effects of a scorching Mediterranean heatwave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6XYphUs via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Novak Djokovic has been fined 8,000 US dollars (£6,117) for smashing his racquet against a net post in the Wimbledon men's final. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iV7ujMQ via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A nine-month-old boy and his two-year-old sister were swept away as their family drove to a barbecue. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jmi5FoU via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Inter Miami unveil Lionel Messi as their new number 10 in front of a sold-out crowd in Fort Lauderdale. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/P432fIx via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Under a new order, the Danone and Carslberg units have been put in "temporary management" of the state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VNKsYpH via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Russian-installed officials have told people to find other routes into the occupied Ukrainian peninsula. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iehPEkx via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Tim Shaddock and his dog Bella ate raw fish and drank rainwater during their ordeal in the Pacific. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nO7AFrR via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The tax system is opaque - and abused, with politicians and private citizens lining their pockets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eCMxTB via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The English-French star, who rose to fame alongside Serge Gainsbourg, has died in Paris, French media reports. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HSJbP3o via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The blaze on Spain's La Palma has destroyed some 4,500 hectares of land since Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NOneE49 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

It may sound like an official has leant on their keyboard - but it's an acronym we'll hear more often. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0KYo8gl via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/058Sg9l via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Taking back their remorse could land defendants with stiffer sentences. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gzX6aRo via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The two biggest economies and polluters need to work together to avert the crisis, experts say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/clwKWjI via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Ynon Kreiz, CEO of toymaker Mattel, talks about the future of the Barbie brand. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hHjoic2 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A Hong Kong official suggests those who light up in restaurants should be met with disapproving looks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vIPg73e via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/F7UVfaG via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Their own memories fading, former World War Two sex slaves seek justice in their twilight years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dvFQGBH via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A top Italian court rules a culling order for two bears should be suspended, backing activists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FmItXvl via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Police have been working for over a decade to solve the murders of at least 10 women in Long Island. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TPro57C via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The Hungarian bookseller was penalised under legislation restricting LGBT literature for under-18s. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OQFgEVa via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The Santa Cruz police said this was not an isolated incident and the otter in question has a history. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZdRqU62 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The cocaine was discovered earlier this month in a vestibule in the White House. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XOnri3W via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A handful of sharks lurked below the surface while surfers caught waves in California. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qmGwChb via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Cillian Murphy, Matt Damon and Emily Blunt are among the cast of the eagerly-awaited film. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Hbnlcxr via Carddesignrr Background Removal

This is how a mega-strike involving writers and performers may see film and TV productions put on ice. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RNHMvTq via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Thomas Kjems was one of four Europeans freed in exchange for an Iranian diplomat jailed in Belgium. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/q9ProF8 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The heatwave could potentially lead to record-breaking temperatures, forecasters say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kNbCTmX via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A senior MP says Sergei Surovikin is "not reachable", amid speculation about his fate since the June mutiny. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Aqa7KlW via Carddesignrr Background Removal

President Zelensky wants assurances Ukraine will join Nato after the war, but members chose strategic caution. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KW4YuPx via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Officials say stores may be selling the product, which has yet to launch in Canada, without approval. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Clpwm4S via Carddesignrr Background Removal

An inflatable boat sank after those on board waited 10 hours for help last month in Gran Canaria. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/AYpj9uw via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Lt Gen Oleg Tsokov's death is announced on TV and by Russian war channels on social media. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pWSzlQC via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Ukrainian Elina Svitolina says war in her homeland has made her mentally stronger after she reaches a surprise Wimbledon semi-final. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9zerOLy via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A jury rules that a hand-written document found in Aretha Franklin's couch is a valid will to her estate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fr6mTRi via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A minute's silence will be held at games in Brazil's top flight in tribute to a fan who died after she was hit by a glass bottle outside a stadium. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vGVCfA8 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The pop star was reportedly among four Americans stopped for riding e-scooters through a tunnel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EZyPRMV via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Riikka Purra admits making the comments in 2008, while Finland's PM says there is no tolerance of racism. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0mWgyod via Carddesignrr Background Removal

A report suggests birds are using the sharp metal deterrents exactly as humans planned - to keep pests away. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/z1qJZx4 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Footage captured above the state of Oklahoma shows cars struggling through the flood waters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YaV8CG5 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

He seems to be saying Sweden cannot join Nato if Turkey cannot join the EU, writes Paul Adams. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9klJAwo via Carddesignrr Background Removal

At least one person dies after a huge metal construction girder falls onto a busy road in the Thai capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cGDXVud via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Scientists are concerned about the environmental impact if commercial deep sea mining begins. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OcygIiU via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Chuck Schumer alleges the drink is being targeted at children despite its high caffeine content. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/62YQeIz via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Campaigners in the world’s largest nickel producer, Indonesia, warn mining is threatening their way of life. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4DTIEBQ via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Ghanaian children wrongly labelled as trafficked are being taken from their homes, BBC Africa Eye finds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6gaWtMq via Carddesignrr Background Removal

The 875m annual bull run through the streets of Pamplona in Spain drew big crowds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EwWAHz2 via Carddesignrr Background Removal