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LIVE - Verified video shows student protests in Iran spreading to more universities - Latest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.

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Phil Collins, Pink and Shakira nominated for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

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Modi's Israel visit to test India's priorities in the Middle East

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Harry and Meghan visit refugee camp as part of Middle East trip

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Zimbabwe rejects 'lopsided' US health aid deal over data concerns

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Who is Abigail Spanberger, who gave Democrats' official response? -- The traditional rebuttal is often given by rising stars in the opposition party.

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Why scientists fear Emperor penguins' annual moult may be killing them -- Each year the birds must stay on floating ice long enough to replace their weather-beaten feathers.

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Why the Oscars peaked in 1998 - and the real reason they've slumped -- The most-watched Academy Awards ceremony ever was a lavish affair in which Titanic won 11 Oscars. Since then, viewing figures have plummeted.

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Say please? The best way to talk to an AI -- One study found a chatbot gave better answers if you pretend to be on Star Trek.

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New travel rules for UK visitors kick in - how are you affected? -- From 25 February, a new system will come into force which will affect many people, including British dual nationals.

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Drones hammer Sudan's gold and oil zone - the pivotal new front line -- Intensified attacks in the Kordofan region have led to mass casualties as peace remains elusive.

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Analysis: Trump's main themes and who he hoped to win over

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Watch: Iran, Olympics and partisan divisions among takeaways from Trump speech

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BBC sees damage in Puerto Vallarta after Mexican cartel violence

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Suspect discovered in trash bin after evading police during traffic stop

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'Anyone who runs is shot': Watch Russian soldiers describe killings of troops who refuse orders

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Senegal PM proposes tougher anti-LGBT law, doubling prison terms -- The bill seeks prison terms of five to ten years for what it describes as "acts against nature".

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German chancellor lands in Beijing for inaugural China trip -- Friedrich Merz said it would be a mistake to "decouple" Germany from China shortly before boarding a plane to Beijing.

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Gucci criticised for 'AI slop' images ahead of major fashion show - Users of social media - where the marketing campaign has been launched - say it is out of keeping with Gucci's reputation for luxury. 4 hrs ago

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Japan to deploy missiles on island near Taiwan by 2031 - The remote Yonaguni island lies on the frontlines of self-governing Taiwan's growing tensions with China. 9 hrs ago - Asia

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Don't break up NewJeans and I'll forgo $18m payout, says ex-K-pop boss -- Min Hee-jin has said she "can no longer bear to watch" the group get "torn apart".

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Seven killed in Ukrainian drone attack on Russian factory -- Russia's Investigative Committee said the plant in the Smolensk region was struck by 30 drones.

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Fact-checking Trump's longest ever State of the Union

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Martin Short's daughter Katherine dies at 42

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Trump's theatrical State of the Union address offers little hint of any change in course

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Chagos Islands deal bill paused for talks with US

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Disabled woman put in nursing home against her will says she feels 'betrayed'

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Trump's State of the Union speech - at a glance

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Threat of further violence looms after Mexican cartel rampage

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Bill Gates 'took responsibility' over Epstein ties in staff meeting, foundation says

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Tourette's campaigner says BBC 'should have worked harder' to stop his slur being aired

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LIVE - T20 World Cup: New Zealand middle order rallies towards competitive total - Follow live text, in-play video highlights and radio commentary as New Zealand face Sri Lanka in the ICC T20 World Cup in Colombo.

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Man Utd post profit but debt rises to £1.3bn -- The amount Manchester United owe increases to almost £1.3bn in outstanding transfer fees, rolling credit facility and legacy debt. -- Man Utd

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The 'rare combination' behind Britain's youngest F1 driver -- Arvid Lindblad tells BBC Sport about being shaped by his Indian and Swedish heritage and how he was fixated on reaching F1 from aged five. -- Formula 1

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World Cup security concerns over funding freeze -- US government officials are warned that there could be "catastrophic" security consequences if cities hosting World Cup matches do not receive funding that has been frozen. -- World Cup

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Courting controversy and befriending Trump - Fifa's 'unlikely saviour' -- Gianni Infantino has clashed with unions and European football, but after 10 years as Fifa president he remains in an impregnable position.

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What should England do about Jos Buttler? What are the options facing England amid Jos Buttler's struggles at the T20 World Cup. Could they really drop their former captain? 2 hrs ago

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Taylor to retire after Dublin bout later this year -- Katie Taylor confirms she will bring the curtain down on her decorated career after a farewell fight in Dublin this summer.

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