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New York's iconic subway voice on coming out trans

The city's voice on subways and airports, Bernie Wagenblast, talks about the challenges of her transition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0sjO6B1 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Disney 100: Animation boss Jennifer Lee says strike could halt production

The director of Frozen warns strikes may hit Disney animation production by the end of this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CKpU0hj via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Madonna's Celebration Tour: Greatest hits show to feature more than 40 songs

The star's musical director Stuart Price shares some of the secrets of her long-awaited world tour. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zLFT9RB via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Matt Gaetz got what he wanted in removing US Speaker. Now what?

The right-wing Republican helped orchestrate the downfall of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Why? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gMGymeQ via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Israel hostage crisis is every government's worst nightmare

Israel has to decide whether to attempt a rescue of those held in Gaza - or wait to strike a deal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2nQKJBE via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Haiti: Where aid delivery depends on talking to 300 gangs

The Red Cross describes how it delivers health care and aid in Haiti, where gangs hold sway. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8yN9Fig via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Iconic Michael Jackson jacket goes up for auction

A bespoke leather jacket worn for a Pepsi commercial in 1984 could fetch £400,000. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hkHvgXb via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Zimbabwe MPs lose seats because of fake letter

The losses pave the way for by-elections, which could hand a majority to ruling party Zanu-PF. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VAPnOFC via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Man who crashed car into China embassy shot dead in US

A police statement said the unidentified man was shot and killed after officers arrived at the scene. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GYHkZOS via Carddesignrr Background Removal

How to make cars less dangerous for pedestrians

New rules and tech could make cars safer for vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LCKZieM via Carddesignrr Background Removal

President Joe Biden's foreign policy upended by Hamas attack

Fears of a wider conflict and a possible distraction from the war in Ukraine could influence the White House. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7DGXe6L via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Sikkim: Deadly Indian glacial lake flash flood exposes lack of warning system

After deadly flash floods in Sikkim, experts question why an early warning system was not in place. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/I617XLm via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Did Iran support plan for attack on Israel?

A report in the Wall Street Journal claims that Iran gave the go-ahead for the attack on Israel over the weekend. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/REctun6 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Israel attack: 12 Thai nationals killed, 11 kidnapped

30,000 Thai nationals work in Israel, and Thai air force planes are on standby to fly its citizens home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Kto768h via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Kiptum shatters marathon record and moves within reach of two-hour mark

Kenyan Kelvin Kiptum shatters the men's marathon world record in Chicago as he beats compatriot Eliud Kipchoge's previous mark by more than 30 seconds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6rCK4Jv via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Five female MCs who changed hip-hop? Eve makes her choice

The history of hip-hop is dominated by men but a new BBC documentary sets out to correct the record. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JCrUZ1w via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Loud explosion heard in Gaza halts BBC journalist's on air report

Rushdi Abu Alouf was speaking to the BBC News Channel when a loud explosion was heard. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/upjPX8O via Carddesignrr Background Removal

‘I feel hopeless': Living in a country on the brink

Two years into an economic crisis and unable to hold their leaders to account, young Lao see no hope. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GIuh1Ln via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Bavaria election results: Scholz coalition dealt a blow

Conservative and right-wing gains in Bavaria and Hesse will be felt across Germany. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5pmEXSz via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Joe Biden sends military aid to Israel after Hamas attack

The US president says he condemns the "unprecedented and appalling assault" by Hamas militants. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/srl3FHM via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Mali crisis: Life in Timbuktu and Gao under siege by Islamist fighters

Al-Qaeda-linked militants have blockaded cities as government forces fight Tuareg separatist groups for control of Northern Mali. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rXc2bwh via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Israel faces 'long, difficult war' after Hamas attack from Gaza

Militants are still fighting in Israel, says the military, after an unprecedented Hamas attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bZRxgaW via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Watch: How Hamas' shock attack on Israel unfolded

Watch the footage of unprecedented scenes in Israel and Gaza, verified and explained by the BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Jt7dxUK via Carddesignrr Background Removal

People hide in homes as Palestinian militants enter from Gaza

People in towns near the Gaza Strip are phoning news stations saying they are trapped in their homes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YPJ2eKC via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Week in pictures: 30 September - 6 October 2023

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

World breaches key 1.5C warming mark for record number of days

The BBC finds that there have been a record number of days in 2023 that breached the 1.5C temperature limit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iLVlRg1 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Over 115 bodies ‘improperly’ stored at 'green' Colorado funeral home

The FBI is helping with an inquiry at the "green" funeral home in Colorado where the remains were found. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KSAG6kE via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Can India cricketers win World Cup for a billion fans?

They are playing at home which could be an advantage but also a pressure point, writes Suresh Menon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7qfYu4D via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Talks after US fighter jet shoots down armed Turkish drone in Syria

Ankara vows to continue targeting Kurdish groups but the US calls for more coordination between the Nato allies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ve1Zobk via Carddesignrr Background Removal

World Gymnastics Championships: Simone Biles makes history with women's all-around gold

American Simone Biles becomes the most decorated gymnast in history after winning her second gold medal at the World Gymnastics Championships. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gDcBPpN via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Retired US Army sergeant arrested for alleges attempts to spy for China

Joseph Schmidt allegedly searched for information on online spy forums and how spies are recruited. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wOhJyvl via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Rapper Drake taking break from music to focus on health

"I need to focus on my health first," the rapper said, adding that he suffers from stomach issues. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yNwnz9c via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Africa's week in pictures: 29 September-5 October 2023

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1ba3xut via Carddesignrr Background Removal

New York City rat takes road trip to wedding

A Brooklyn resident accidentally took a special plus one to a wedding venue three hours away. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ua4EiJg via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Canada Nazi row: Governor General apologises for honour given to man who fought in Waffen SS unit

The governor general's office says it regrets awarding Peter Savaryn the Order of Canada in 1987. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dw3YcNh via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Fire breaks out at Ryder Cup venue in Rome

Video from the Italian fire brigade shows smoke at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9nITkpu via Carddesignrr Background Removal

New York subway gunman sentenced to life in prison

Smoke bombs were set off in a crowded carriage before 10 people were shot in the 2022 attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ohcOCx9 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Police rescue man handcuffed by fake officer

The man claiming to be a Homeland Security officer had a handgun, badge and car with blue lights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ZTvmoJ via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Bears, birds and kangaroos: Comedy Wildlife Photo Awards

A selection of finalists in this year's Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2023. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bVe9sxD via Carddesignrr Background Removal

How China is fighting in the grey zone against Taiwan

China is flexing its military muscles short of a full-blown war - and that is part of the strategy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hTpHJPd via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Voice referendum: Indigenous rights vote is a reckoning for Australia

A historic vote on whether to elevate First Nations voices is forcing Australia to examine its past. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y6vhKCo via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX crypto fraud trial opens in NY

The former crypto billionaire is accused of "one of the biggest financial frauds in US history". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nAUzCqJ via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Kevin McCarthy's replacement will inherit a poisoned chalice too

The House is a broken institution - Kevin McCarthy looked almost relieved when the axe finally fell. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RSo4djG via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Donald Trump: Judge issues gag order on former president in NY fraud case

The ex-president attacked the judge's clerk in a social media post which was removed after the order. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/U0NpOIH via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Ros Atkins on... Why Hunter Biden is in trouble

The BBC's analysis editor examines the first ever criminal prosecution of a sitting US president's child. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qJBQwYb via Carddesignrr Background Removal

At least 20 dead as Venice bus plunges from bridge

The bus crashed off an overpass in the Mestre district on the mainland, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3NB8Vwc via Carddesignrr Background Removal

France: Bedbugs crawl across train seat and in sofa

Infestations of bedbugs have been found in homes and on public transport in cities across France. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nDNJAGL via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Deserted Nagorno-Karabakh reveals aftermath of lightning-fast Armenian defeat

Half-eaten food at abandoned positions reveal how fast Karabakh Armenians lost control to Azerbaijan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gXZiS9n via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Spain's Sánchez pins hopes of becoming PM on Catalan amnesty

King Felipe VI has asked caretaker Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to try to form a government, after his conservative rival was unable to. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DfRhbUA via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Social media giants eye monthly charge to avoid ads

The video sharing site is looking into charging a fee of around $4.99 to get rid of ads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32vq9fP via Carddesignrr Background Removal

North Dakota state senator and his family die in plane crash

North Dakota state senator Doug Larsen's plane crashed soon after taking off in Utah, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yMSeqv7 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Fact-checking Trump's claims about New York fraud trial

Outside court, Mr Trump raged against the prosecutor and judge. We took a closer look at what he said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RhmW1e via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Haiti crisis: Can Kenyan police officers defeat the gangs?

The UN approves the offer to send 1,000 police officers but many question their suitability. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bIljMFm via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Saudi football side refuse to play in Iran due to statue

Al-Ittihad's Asian Champions League match with Iran's Sepahan is called off after the Saudi team refused to leave their dressing room. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wzCNtg8 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Double rainbow and lightning strikes caught on camera

Stunning cell phone video captured a meteorological phenomenon: lightning beside a double rainbow. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pFIQ12U via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Mexico church: Many trapped after Tamaulipas roof collapse

The roof fell in during a baptism at an afternoon mass, local media reports say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/z9BMK1S via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Gabon's predators on the pitch: Inside a paedophile football scandal

BBC Africa Eye speaks to more than 30 witnesses about a network of abuse that continued for decades. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EvNSOHp via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Migrants trying to reach the UK cross the Alps on foot

More than 130,000 migrants have entered Italy this year. Many try to head further into Europe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WnphIb9 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Why government shutdowns seem to only happen in US

Government shutdowns have become a frequent - and protracted - uniquely American problem. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HVgY31 via Carddesignrr Background Removal

Las Vegas Sphere: Look inside the new venue for the first time

Rock band U2 headline the new ball-shaped venue as it finally opens its doors to the public. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/u0TnSPI via Carddesignrr Background Removal

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