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Reality of Ukraine war hidden from Fortress Russia

In the medieval town of Pskov, many are happy to believe the Kremlin's false portrayal of the war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0G65vVd

Afghanistan: How one TV presenter became a refugee

A year since leaving Kabul, a young refugee is trying to rebuild a new life in UK from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/o1Gn2qb

South Africa's clean President Ramaphosa faces his own scandal

Cyril Ramaphosa, who replaced corruption-tainted Jacob Zuma, is dealing with allegations against him. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/u7X8HR4

Trailblazing Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols dies at 89

She became one of the first black American actresses to play a figure in authority on US television. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/h459ARK

Cancer survivor objects to Spanish beach ad image

The 60-year-old tells the BBC she suspects the government poster used a doctored picture of her. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fZVAQuR

Euro 2022: Fans react to England's historic win, as it happened

England's Lionesses beat Germany 2-1 at Euro 2022, bagging their first major trophy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lzo0APr

Ukraine War: Zelensky orders civilians to evacuate Donetsk region

Ukraine's president warns fighting will intensify as Russia tries to continue its advance in the Donbas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YP2wThU

Kansas: The state where abortion is on the ballot

Opposing sides are in a close race to decide whether women in Kansas have the right to abortion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/haG9vnR

Kenya election: The influencers paid to push hashtags

Paying for political influence on social media in Kenya is a shadowy yet lucrative business. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RETGc8n

The woman declared stateless in India, UK and Uganda

Since 1997, Ila Popat has been attempting to get a passport recognising her citizenship to a country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/D9UrP7x

US President Joe Biden tests positive for Covid after 'rebound' infection

The US president is not experiencing symptoms, but will isolate again after a fresh positive test. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/U8j6GvQ

Italy: Outcry over killing of African migrant in town centre

The brutal assault on Nigerian trader Alika Ogorchukwu in broad daylight was captured on video. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xTjG0iW

Nancy Pelosi's long history of opposing Beijing

The US speaker is aggravating China over Taiwan - but has a long history of taking on Beijing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vAkzZwL via IFTTT

Monkeypox: First deaths outside Africa in Brazil and Spain

Brazil and Spain report fatalities from the virus, but most infections are mild and overall risk is low. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6Sh2MyN via IFTTT

Wildfire spreads to hotel in Turkey

Prosecutors have launched an investigation after the blaze broke out in Turkey's south-west. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xdpbcC4 via IFTTT

Monkeypox: First deaths outside Africa in Brazil and Spain

Brazil and Spain report fatalities from the virus, but most infections are mild and overall risk is low. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/6Sh2MyN via IFTTT

Monkeypox: First deaths outside Africa in Brazil and Spain

Brazil and Spain report fatalities from the virus, but most infections are mild and overall risk is low. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/6Sh2MyN via IFTTT

Hitler's watch sells for $1.1m in controversial sale

The timepiece along with other Nazi items were auctioned despite condemnation from Jewish groups. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MrZGadn via IFTTT

Washington DC at 'tipping point' as migrants arrive from border

Texas and Arizona have transported thousands of migrants north in protest over the Biden border policy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ADr6k2P

Xi and Biden exchange warnings on Taiwan

The pair also proposed a face-to-face meeting, which would be the first of Mr Biden's presidency. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xApaOk1 via IFTTT

Saudi Crown prince's lavish Macron visit prompts outcry

The fiancée of murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi says she is outraged by the talks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BYuOGgi via IFTTT

Mirror: Huge screen falls on dancers at Hong Kong boy band concert

Two dancers are injured in the incident at a concert by the hugely popular boy band Mirror. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/N6wty43 via IFTTT

Notre-Dame Cathedral on track to reopen in 2024

A huge restoration project has been under way after a fire destroyed much of building in 2019. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1SY2T0Z via IFTTT

Why Premier League teams are flocking back to Asia

Top football clubs have resumed pre-season Asian summer tours, after three years of Covid travel bans. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/d64rXDK via IFTTT

Climate change killing elephants, says Kenya

In the past year the country has recorded 179 elephant deaths due to the ongoing drought. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rDIiKwJ via IFTTT

Muqtada al-Sadr supporters in Baghdad storm parliament building

Supporters of cleric Muqtada al-Sadr broke into the building after months of political deadlock. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WnbwFcN via IFTTT

Facebook owner Meta sees first ever sales decline

The owner of Instagram and WhatsApp faces increased competition from the likes of TikTok. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yD0Pf47 via IFTTT

Ukraine war round-up: Rockets hit bridge and warm words for Johnson

A Russian-held bridge comes under fire and Ukraine's leader praises the outgoing British PM. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WIX6znf via IFTTT

Every woman's body is beach ready, says Spanish government campaign

The government's campaign urges women worried about their bodies to go to the beach. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7dThKwJ via IFTTT

In one of the poorest slums in Argentina, families rely on a huge landfill site for food.

In one of the poorest slums in Argentina, hundreds of families rely on a huge landfill site to feed their children. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/51gzCEm via IFTTT

DR Congo: Violence flares in anti-UN protests

Demonstrations turn violent after protesters storm a UN headquarters in Goma. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zMT8aUJ via IFTTT

UK PM debate scrapped after TV host faints

The Sun and TalkTV programme comes off air after the presenter collapses in the studio. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Vni7dq9 via IFTTT

Viktor Orban adviser Hegedus resigns over 'pure Nazi' speech

A long time adviser to the Hungarian prime minister resigns over speech criticising "race mixing". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xFwVHAW via IFTTT

Fanfare as Croatia's Chinese-built bridge finally opens

The Peljesac bridge links southern Croatia to the rest of the country and is being hailed as historic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30SMQhb via IFTTT

Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak debate scrapped after host Kate McCann faints

The Sun and TalkTV programme comes off air after the presenter collapses in the studio. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Vni7dq9 via IFTTT

Paul Sorvino: 'Goodfellas' actor dies at 83

The Tony-nominated character actor was best known for his portrayals of policemen and gangsters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/H2tyiEh via IFTTT

Locals evacuate California's largest wildfire in 2022

Thousands of people have had to evacuate the Oak Fire in California that has been spreading since Friday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JFbPxcV via IFTTT

Zimbabwe launches gold coins to tackle soaring inflation

Each coin will be priced at the international market rate for an ounce of gold plus 5% for costs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Z27zRdk via IFTTT

Ukraine war round-up: UK to host Eurovision as Moscow cuts gas exports

The song contest can't be held in Ukraine, and Russia further reducing gas supplies to the EU. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ke2aRGt via IFTTT

Tory leadership: 'Shut up' on twitter top Welsh Conservative tells colleagues

Andrew RT Davies spoke after Rishi Sunak was attacked for reportedly wearing expensive clothes. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/KuovcJa via IFTTT

David Trimble: Former Northern Ireland first minister and UUP leader dies

Lord Trimble led the Ulster Unionist Party for 10 years and won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1998. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/SG5g48b

Afghan trans woman finds new home in Brighton

Bella escaped the Taliban in a secret UK mission and is now settling into Brighton's LGBT+ community. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/H9IrDok via IFTTT

Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss: Stakes high for first head-to-head debate

The broadcast battle is vital for both candidates, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/tSeDXPp via IFTTT