Italy's Eni says Russian gas supply cut by half

Energy firm Eni says it will only receive half the gas requested from Russia after two days of shortfalls.

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Africa's week in pictures: 10-16 June 2022

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.

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Wheels and wheelchairs team up for high speed fun

Roller skating isn’t necessarily an activity a lot of wheelchair users might expect to take part in, but Wheels and Wheelchairs is helping to change that.

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January 6 hearing: Trump pressed Pence in 'illegal' bid to quash vote

The claim that Mr Pence could overturn the election directly contributed to violence, lawmakers say.

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Stock markets see big falls as economy fears grow

The Dow Jones share index closed below 30,000 at its lowest level in more than a year.

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Ukraine war: EU leaders back immediate candidate status for Kyiv

Ukraine belongs to the European family, the leaders of Germany, France, Italy and Romania say in Kyiv.

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Russian GRU spy tried to infiltrate International Criminal Court

The man used a fake name and pretended to be Brazilian, but security officials say he is a deep-cover spy.

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Saudi authorities seize rainbow toys they say 'promote homosexuality'

Government authorities have removed toys they say "promote homosexuality".

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Ukraine war: Thousands of civilians trapped in Severodonetsk

Food and water are running out for the women and children still there, a UN official tells the BBC.

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January 6: Capitol tour by lawmaker 'raises concern' says select committee

January 6 committee say video shows Republican congressman with a man who later threatened lawmakers.

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US makes biggest interest rate rise in almost 30 years

The US central bank raises rates by 0.75 percentage points as it scrambles to contain soaring prices.

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Hunter Biden: The struggles and scandals of the US president's son

A memoir by the ex-wife of President Biden's son discusses her former partner's addiction struggles.

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Gazprom: Germany accuses Russian gas giant of pushing energy prices up

Russian giant Gazprom says it will cut the amount of gas it sends to Germany by more than half.

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People in Pakistan urged to drink fewer cups of tea

Reducing consumption by one to two cups every day would help the economy, a senior minister says.

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Ukraine war: 'Almost every family has lost someone close to them'

Traumatised families from Mariupol reveal dire living conditions under Russian occupation.

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US Open: Russian and Belarusian players allowed to compete in New York

The US Open will allow Russian and Belarusian players to compete later this year after deciding not to follow Wimbledon's lead in banning them.

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European Union to unfreeze aid for Palestinians

Funds were held over concerns that Palestinian textbooks glorified violence and promoted anti-Semitism.

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Joe Biden to visit Middle East allies amid strains

The trip will include Israel, the West Bank and Saudi Arabia, once called "pariah" by the president.

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Ryanair Afrikaans test: Airline drops controversial South African quiz

Boss Michael O'Leary responds to the row by saying that the quiz "doesn't make sense anymore".

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Happy the elephant is not a person, New York court rules

An animal rights group was seeking legal means to have the elephant moved from a zoo to a sanctuary.

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Ryanair Afrikaans test: Why South Africa loves and loathes the language

Ryanair stirred emotions over South African passport holders pass a test in the language.

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Toronto van attacker sentenced to life in prison

The man killed eight women and two men after ploughing a van down a busy Toronto pavement.

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Ros Atkins on… The Rwanda asylum seekers plan

Ros Atkins looks at the government’s controversial plan to fly some illegal arrivals to Rwanda.

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Lysychansk: Russia erasing history in Ukraine's 'dead city'

The fabric of Lysychansk is being destroyed by intense Russian bombardment, writes Orla Guerin.

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January 6 hearing: Trump was 'detached from reality', says Bill Barr

Witnesses painted a picture of a chaotic and deeply divided Trump White House after the 2020 election.

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Ecuador protests: Indigenous groups burn tyres and block roads over fuel prices

Demonstrators burn tyres and block roads over conservative government's 'policies of death'.

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'How to murder your husband' writer sentenced for murdering husband

The romance novelist once wrote that anyone could commit a murder "when pushed far enough".

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World Cup 2022: When is it taking place and why is Qatar hosting?

Football's World Cup finals take place in Qatar in November and December. Here's a guide to the tournament.

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Why you may have a thinking digital twin within a decade

Within 10 years people may be able to have a intelligent online version of themselves.

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'What I've learnt about Africa living in Marseilles'

Journalist Maher Mezahi says he has learned more about different African cultures in France than Algeria.

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Ukraine war: Evidence shows widespread use of cluster munitions in Kharkiv

Russia has killed hundreds of civilians in Kharkiv with indiscriminate weapons, according to a new report.

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Dom Phillips: Family and friends demand answers

Journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira went missing in the Amazon rainforest.

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India destroys houses of several Muslim figures after religious riots

The houses of several Muslim figures are demolished after religious riots.

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Gambia under Yahya Jammeh: Witch hunts, PTSD and veiled faces

Portraits of 11 Gambians which reveal the extent of the suffering and abuse under Yahya Jammeh.

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What a San Francisco vote says about the US left

The recall of San Francisco's top public prosecutor amid rising drug deaths exposes a rift on the left.

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Samantha Cristoforetti: The astronaut taking TikTok to new heights

Samantha Cristoforetti has developed a huge following through her TikToks from on board the ISS.

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Hopwood DePree: From Hollywood to restoring Downton Shabby

Film producer Hopwood DePree swapped LA for Rochdale to save his family's ancient ancestral home.

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Cristiano Ronaldo: US judge dismisses rape lawsuit

The case against the footballer was thrown out because the accuser's lawyer relied on stolen records.

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March For Our Lives: Thousands join gun control rallies across the US

Protesters gather in the wake of last month's mass shooting at a primary school in Uvalde, Texas.

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Russia's war prompts regional rush to become EU candidates

While the prospects for Ukraine and Moldova look good, Georgia is accused of backsliding on democracy.

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Are attacks on Christians in Nigeria on the rise?

Concern is growing about the plight of Christians in the country after the recent attack on a church.

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Fanfare and fireworks to open Russia-China border bridge

Moscow is seeking to boost trade with China after global sanctions hit the Russian economy.

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Putin and Peter the Great: Russian leader likens himself to 18th Century tsar

With a nod to history, Putin now feels bold enough to admit that his operation is an occupation.

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Cholera in Mariupol: Ruined city at risk of major cholera outbreak - UK

Conditions in the city, now in Russian hands, could lead to a resurgence of the disease, authorities fear.

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Julee Cruise: Twin Peaks creator David Lynch pays tribute to 'great singer'

Director David Lynch remembers Cruise as "a great musician, a great singer and a great human being".

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Bangladesh students rescuing snakes and keeping people safe

Bangladesh's Deep Ecology and Snake Rescue Foundation has rescued more than 1,500 wild snakes since 2018.

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Widow of US Capitol riot officer on 'stigma' of his death

Nine days after he was assaulted in the 6 January 2021 attack, Jeff Smith died by suicide.

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Spanish homes threatened by wildfire near Costa del Sol

A wildfire has spread in southern Spain, forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes.

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Patrick Lyoya: Michigan officer charged with murder of motorist

Footage shows Christopher Schurr shot Patrick Lyoya during a scuffle over a stun gun.

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A clash between mountain bears ends in deadly fall

A female bear was forced to protect her cub from a male in Spain's Cantabrian mountains.

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Ros Atkins On... Saudi Arabia’s $2 billion golf series

Ros Atkins looks at the controversy surrounding the new Saudi-funded golf tournament.

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Covid-19 in China: Shanghai getting used to 'new normal'

The city had been in lockdown for two months as China imposed its "zero Covid" policy on the population of 25m.

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Simone Biles and others to sue FBI for $1bn over Larry Nassar investigation

Simone Biles is among those who will sue the FBI for $1bn over failures in gymnastics team doctor sex abuse probe.

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Nuclear watchdog censures Iran over uranium traces - diplomats

Iran is accused of not fully answering questions about uranium traces found at three undeclared sites.

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Ukraine war: WTO boss warns of global food crisis

If food shipments do not restart from Ukraine, a severe food crisis will last for years, WTO boss says.

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US man charged with attempted murder of Justice Brett Kavanaugh

The man was arrested early on Wednesday morning outside the home of Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

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Is Russia exporting grain from Ukraine?

Much Ukrainian grain is stuck in silos, while Russia reportedly ships some cargoes from Crimea.

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Kenyan mothers choose between work and their babies

Nutritionist Sophy Saronge knew she should breastfeed her baby for six months but says she had to work.

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If I go back to Iran, my husband will kill me

Human rights activists say the number of reported so-called 'honour killings' in Iran is rising

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Why Ukraine is furious with the UN nuclear watchdog

A row has broken out over a planned UN visit to the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia power plant.

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Migrant caravan heads to US as key summit begins

Thousands of migrants are headed to the US in a caravan timed to coincide with the Summit of the Americas.

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Dom Phillips: Missing journalist's wife in tearful plea to step up search

Two days after Dom Phillips disappeared, his wife appeals to Brazil to locate "the love of my life".

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Matthew McConaughey: 'This should be a nonpartisan issue'

The actor spoke at the White House to advocate for "responsible gun ownership".

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KK: Remembering the voice that touched millions of Indian love stories

The magical voice of singer KK - who died last week - gave Indians company through joy and heartbreak.

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The Ethiopians changing their names as a show of pride

A surge in ethnic pride among Ethiopia’s Oromo community is leading some to ditch their names.

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Australia climate crisis: Women call for action with photo petition

Women from across Australia will present a visual petition to MPs, calling for urgent action.

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Arizona police placed on leave after watching man drown

Three Arizona officers are placed on leave after standing by as a man in a lake pleaded for help.

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South Africa: Wealthy Gupta brothers arrested in UAE

The pair are accused in South Africa of large-scale corruption and exerting unfair political influence.

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Dominican Republic minister shot dead in office

Orlando Jorge Mera, 55, was killed by a close friend as he was holding a meeting, officials say.

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Ukraine war: Severodonetsk and Lysychansk are dead cities - Zelensky

Ukraine's president says fighting in the key cities of Severodonetsk and Lysychansk has been intense.

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Mexico's governing party captures four more states

Preliminary results suggest Morena candidates will now govern in 20 out of 32 regional governments.

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Ukraine war: Putin vows to hit new targets if West sends weapons to Ukraine

The warning came as parts of Kyiv were hit in the first assault on Ukraine's capital for weeks.

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Nigeria violence: Gunmen attack Catholic church killing worshippers in Ondo state

The armed men entered the church in south-west Nigeria during a service and killed several people.

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Party at the Palace: The Queen meets Paddington Bear for jubilee celebrations

The Queen and the animated children's character professed a shared love for marmalade sandwiches.

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Ukraine: Explosions shake Kyiv while battles rage in east

A number of blasts hit parts of Kyiv in the first assault on Ukraine's capital for several weeks.

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El Zulia mine blast: Nine miners dead and six still trapped

Rescue workers are working against the clock to rescue the surviving miners still trapped underground.

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Bangladesh: Five killed, scores injured in depot blast

The explosion happened after a fire broke out at a depot in the south-eastern town of Sitakunda.

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Nigeria clash: Abuja mob burns man to death over row with Muslim cleric

Nigerian police say a mob burnt a vigilante to death after he argued with a Muslim cleric in Abuja.

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Abbott: US baby formula plant linked to national shortage resumes production

Abbott says it is restarting its plant in Michigan after it was closed because of contamination.

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Mother of world's only nonuplets on how she cares for nine babies

Halima Cissé, who gave birth to nine babies last year, explains how she manages to look after them all.

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War in Ukraine: We are holding on, say Mykolaiv residents

Residents in the southern region of Ukraine speak of their defiance and dread as the war rages on.

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Ukraine war: Hungry Africans are victims of the conflict, Macky Sall tells Vladimir Putin

African Union head Macky Sall urges Russia's president to ease grain and fertiliser exports.

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Drought-stricken US warned of looming 'dead pool'

Tens of thousands of acres of farmland lie idle because farmers can't get enough water to grow crops.

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Ukraine war: Chernobyl scarred by Russian troops' damage and looting

Ukraine says the Russian army stole much equipment from Chernobyl but the radiation level is safe.

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Champions League Final: Harrowing accounts of post-match violence spark debate

UFC champion Paddy Pimblett tells French media men with weapons were attacking and robbing fans.

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India marriage: Woman's plan to 'marry herself' sparks debate

Kshama Bindu will have all the trappings of a traditional wedding ceremony apart from an actual groom.

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Chicken rice: Why Singapore's much-loved dish is under threat

The city state is feeling the impact of Malaysia's export curbs on chicken.

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Ukraine war: How Russian TV has reported the 100 days of conflict

TV viewers in Russia see only the Kremlin’s version of events in Ukraine.

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Platinum Jubilee: Beacons light across the globe to celebrate Queen's reign

More than 3,500 beacons were lit in the UK and Commonwealth nations.

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Gay rights: Jerusalem celebrates 20 years of pride marches

Around 7,000 people take part in this year's march, the target of religious extremists in the past.

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'God save the Queen' played at Paris Jubilee celebration

The anthem was played before French President Macron rekindled the 'eternal flame' by the Arc de Triomphe.

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Ukraine war round-up: City besieged and football triumph

Fighting continues in the east as authorities in occupied Zaporizhzhia move to nationalise property.

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As Shanghai eases restrictions, small businesses count the cost

The city has recently significantly eased coronavirus measures.

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North Korea: The mystery of its Covid outbreak

North Korea is tackling Covid cases across the country, but very little is known about the scale of the crisis.

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Have China's Pacific ambitions been thwarted?

Ten Pacific countries have declined to sign a sweeping security deal proposed by China.

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Service charge: The unsavoury row over ‘forced’ restaurant tips in India

The government says the service charge is voluntary - but restaurants continue to add it to the bill.

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Amber Heard and Johnny Depp's 'Trial by TikTok'

A jury has returned a verdict, but a parallel case in the court of public opinion continues.

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The moment verdict was read to 'heartbroken' Heard

Johnny Depp has won his defamation case against his ex-wife, Amber Heard.

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Depp-Heard trial: Jury sides mostly with Depp in defamation case

Jurors award Mr Depp $15m in compensatory and punitive damages, but also award Ms Heard $2m.

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Ukraine round-up: Long-range rockets and Kherson torture claims

The US says the missiles will strengthen Kyiv's negotiating stance as the war nears its 100th day.

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